Featuring The Golden Quest Discovery Trail and the ‘Ghost Town’ of Gwalia
5 Days
22 to 26 June 2026
Moderate
$1,910 Free Pass; $2,020 Pension/Seniors Card; $2,135 Adult
43 villabucks
Featuring The Golden Quest Discovery Trail and the ‘Ghost Town’ of Gwalia
Step aboard The Prospector and journey deep into the heart of Western Australia’s Goldfields, where history and legend come to life. This five-day adventure combines the excitement of rail travel with the fascinating stories of the gold rush era. Explore the sheer scale of Kalgoorlie’s mighty Super Pit, wander the heritage streets of Coolgardie and discover the colourful past of Questa Casa and Kalgoorlie’s grand Town Hall. Travel along the Golden Quest Discovery Trail to the ghost town of Gwalia, where time seems frozen in the days of boom and bust. From mining marvels to outback townships, this immersive holiday offers a rare glimpse into the region’s pioneering spirit and rugged beauty, leaving you with a lasting connection to Western Australia’s living history.
Itinerary
Day 1. The Prospector rail journey to Kalgoorlie (D)
Your holiday begins with a courtesy home collection to the East Perth Terminal to board The Prospector. Watch the forests of the Darling Escarpment give way to the Wheatbelt and vast Goldfields. On arrival in Kalgoorlie you will be transferred to your central accommodation to settle in before dinner.
Overnight for 4 nights: Quality Inn Railway Motel, Kalgoorlie*
Day 2. Golden Mile and the Super Pit (BD)
Gain insight into the region’s mining story at Hannans North Tourist Mine. Enjoy lunch at leisure in town before an afternoon of exploration. Visit Hammond Park, then take a guided Super Pit experience to witness the scale of Australia’s largest open-cut gold mine. A town orientation completes the day.
Day 3. Coolgardie and Kalgoorlie heritage (BD)
Begin your day by stepping back into the gold rush era with a visit to the Museum of the Goldfields in Kalgoorlie, where fascinating exhibits bring the region’s rich mining history and stories of the people who built the Goldfields to life. After lunch at a classic local hotel before exploring Questa Casa, one of the world’s oldest operating brothels, on a guided tour. Then, discover the grandeur and heritage of the Kalgoorlie Town Hall with an insightful guided visit.
Day 4. Golden Quest Discovery Trail to Gwalia (BLD)
Travel part of the famed Golden Quest Discovery Trail. Pause in Menzies for morning tea, then continue to Gwalia. Tour the historic precinct, museum and Hoover House to relive the boom-and-bust stories of the northern Goldfields. Time permitting, call in to a character-filled Goldfields pub before returning to Kalgoorlie for dinner.
Day 5. The Prospector return to Perth (B)
Awaken for an early breakfast and transfer to the station to board The Prospector for the journey back to Perth. On arrival at East Perth Terminal you will be met by a courtesy vehicle and taken safely home.
Please note: Quality Inn Railway Motel is a two-storey property with showers over the bath; ground-floor rooms cannot be guaranteed.
Itinerary is subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. Call 08 9754 2026 for details.
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Guide: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
eg. BLD indicates three meals included on that day of the itinerary.
PPTW is per person twinshare accommodation.
Dates & Pricing
$1,910 Free Pass; $2,020 Pension/Seniors Card; $2,135 Adult
$380 single option
Highlights
• Aboard high-speed train The Prospector (return)
• View Kalgoorlie’s Super Pit
• Discover rich history at the Goldfields Museum
• Visit the intriguing Questa Casa for a step back into Kalgoorlie history
• Embark on the Golden Quest Discovery Trail
• Tour the historic ‘ghost town’ of Gwalia
• Walk through the Gold Rush era in Coolgardie
Inclusions
• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)
• 9 meals
• 4 nights’ accommodation
• Tours and attractions
• Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain
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Dates & Pricing
Duration: 5 Days
Dates: 22 to 26 June 2026
Activity Level: Moderate
$1,910 Free Pass; $2,020 Pension/Seniors Card; $2,135 Adult
$380 single option
Earn: 43 villabucks
Highlights
• Aboard high-speed train The Prospector (return)
• View Kalgoorlie’s Super Pit
• Discover rich history at the Goldfields Museum
• Visit the intriguing Questa Casa for a step back into Kalgoorlie history
• Embark on the Golden Quest Discovery Trail
• Tour the historic ‘ghost town’ of Gwalia
• Walk through the Gold Rush era in Coolgardie
Inclusions
• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)
• 9 meals
• 4 nights’ accommodation
• Tours and attractions
• Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain
Itinerary
Day 1. The Prospector rail journey to Kalgoorlie (D)
Your holiday begins with a courtesy home collection to the East Perth Terminal to board The Prospector. Watch the forests of the Darling Escarpment give way to the Wheatbelt and vast Goldfields. On arrival in Kalgoorlie you will be transferred to your central accommodation to settle in before dinner.
Overnight for 4 nights: Quality Inn Railway Motel, Kalgoorlie*
Day 2. Golden Mile and the Super Pit (BD)
Gain insight into the region’s mining story at Hannans North Tourist Mine. Enjoy lunch at leisure in town before an afternoon of exploration. Visit Hammond Park, then take a guided Super Pit experience to witness the scale of Australia’s largest open-cut gold mine. A town orientation completes the day.
Day 3. Coolgardie and Kalgoorlie heritage (BD)
Begin your day by stepping back into the gold rush era with a visit to the Museum of the Goldfields in Kalgoorlie, where fascinating exhibits bring the region’s rich mining history and stories of the people who built the Goldfields to life. After lunch at a classic local hotel before exploring Questa Casa, one of the world’s oldest operating brothels, on a guided tour. Then, discover the grandeur and heritage of the Kalgoorlie Town Hall with an insightful guided visit.
Day 4. Golden Quest Discovery Trail to Gwalia (BLD)
Travel part of the famed Golden Quest Discovery Trail. Pause in Menzies for morning tea, then continue to Gwalia. Tour the historic precinct, museum and Hoover House to relive the boom-and-bust stories of the northern Goldfields. Time permitting, call in to a character-filled Goldfields pub before returning to Kalgoorlie for dinner.
Day 5. The Prospector return to Perth (B)
Awaken for an early breakfast and transfer to the station to board The Prospector for the journey back to Perth. On arrival at East Perth Terminal you will be met by a courtesy vehicle and taken safely home.
Please note: Quality Inn Railway Motel is a two-storey property with showers over the bath; ground-floor rooms cannot be guaranteed.
Itinerary is subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. Call 08 9754 2026 for details.
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Guide:
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
eg. BLD indicates three meals included on that day of the itinerary.
PPTW is per person twinshare accommodation.
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Relaxed
Suitable for travellers with lower mobility.
You will be required to embark/disembark coaches, trains and other transport via steps unaided. You must be able to carry your own luggage and walk short distances. Stairs may need to be negotiated at times. Travellers with walking aids (sticks and walkers) are welcome and those requiring accompanying assistance and/or carer may consider these holidays.
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Moderate
Required to walk confidently and unaided.
Expect guided walking tours of attractions with occasional inclines and stair climbs, some long days and multiple hotel changes during the holiday. Your accommodation may require access via stairs, a short walk to reach hotel facilities and have showers over baths. Travellers with walking sticks are welcome unless there is overnight rail or overnight cruising - please check with staff.
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Active
Requires some fitness. Involves longer days filled with activities, excursions requiring standing and walking for extended periods of time and nature-based activities. You will be required to walk confidently over uneven ground and surfactant at a timely pace.
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Highly Active
Requires good general fitness. Excursions will be over more difficult terrain and require a certain level of agility. You will be required to walk confidently for up to 3 hours over uneven surfaces including soft sand, rocky surfaces and creek crossing. Some itineraries will explore remote locations. No walkers allowed.
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Challenging
A high level of fitness is required. Tours have an emphasis on active pursuits and often explore remote locations which are challenging to access. You will be required to walk confidently for up to 6 or more hours per day and have experience in outdoor pursuits. No walkers allowed.
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