Your holiday itinerary (ex Perth, Western Australia)

Day 1. Perth to Sydney (D)
We collect you from home and transfer you to Perth Airport for your flight to Sydney. Upon arrival, your coach will transfer you to your accommodation overlooking Darling Harbour. Settle into your room and enjoy a delicious dinner at the hotel.
2 Nights: Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour, Sydney

Day 2. Sydney Highlights and Harbour Cruise (BLD)
Begin the day with a guided walking tour of the Sydney Opera House, followed by visit to the scenic Mrs Macquarie’s Chair. Visit Hyde Park Barracks and St Mary’s Cathedral before enjoying lunch at your leisure in the elegant Queen Victoria Building. After some afternoon free time, the group reunites in the evening to board a spectacular Sydney Showboat Dinner Cruise. Enjoy a delicious meal and dazzling cabaret performance, all with sparkling night views of Sydney Harbour.

Day 3. Board the Indian Pacific in Sydney (BLD)
In the morning, transfer to Sydney Central Station to board the Indian Pacific. Settle into your private cabin as the journey begins. Watch the scenery shift as the train winds through the Blue Mountains. Enjoy a regionally inspired dinner and unwind in the lounge before your first night onboard.
3 Nights: Onboard Indian Pacific

Day 4. Broken Hill to Adelaide (BLD)
Prior to breakfast, prepare for your first Off Train Experience in Broken Hill, the Silver City. Explore mining heritage through visiting the Broken Hill Trades Hall and the striking Miners Memorial that stands over the town or for a different take on Broken Hill, go on a tour of the main drag with fabulous local Drag Queen sensation, Shelita Buffet. Art aficionados may opt to take in the exhibitions at the oldest regional art gallery in New South. Alternatively, ignite a sense of nostalgia at Bells Milk Bar, an icon of Broken Hill, sipping on malted milk while a performance by Cindy and Johnny takes you back to the 50's. Breakfast is served back on board as the Indian Pacific departs the Silver City. Travel southwest through Ngadjuri country for lunch onboard as the Indian Pacific enters the southern tip of the ancient Flinders Ranges. Arriving in Adelaide in the late afternoon, you'll have the opportunity for an Off Train Experience, exploring the South Australian Museum or indulging in an epicurean experience. Visit the Barossa Valley or McLaren Vale to sample fine South Australian wines before an indulgent meal or try a cheese or gin tasting in the charming Adelaide Hills village of Hahndorf before feasting at Haus, a German restaurant showcasing the best in local produce. Alternatively, visit Adelaide Central Markets for a tour and exclusive sit-down dinner. After dinner, return to the train to continue your journey west.

Day 5. The Nullarbor Plain and Rawlinna (BLD)
Awaken to sweeping views of the Nullarbor Plain and enjoy breakfast on the longest stretch of straight railway in the world. Step off at the remote outpost of Cook to stretch your legs and snap some photos of this now-ghost town. Tonight (subject to weather) enjoy an extraordinary outdoor dinner experience under the stars at Rawlinna Station, Australia’s largest sheep property. With canapés, drinks, live music and starlight above, it is a highlight of the journey. 

Day 6. Arrival to Perth (B)
Wake with views of impressive salt lakes as the Indian Pacific follows the golden pipeline to Perth. As the final stage of your transcontinental crossing unfolds, enjoy a final brunch onboard, passing by the delightful undulations of the Avon Valley. A light afternoon tea is served before arriving in Perth, concluding your epic adventure. Disembark at East Perth Terminal, where your courtesy transfer will see you safely home.

Itinerary is subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. Call 08 9754 2026 for details.

Please note: Direct flights to Syndey now available from Busselton. If you want to know more, please speak to our friendly Villa staff. Additional costs may apply.