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Highlights
A taste of your adventure…
Welcome to Perth
Rottnest Island
Gold Service dining
Swan River cruise
Barossa Valley
Gold Class cabin
Off train experiences
Mine tour Broken Hill
Winding through New South Wales
About Your Journey
Across Australia on One Legendary Rail Journey
Experience one of Australia’s great rail journeys as you travel from Perth to Sydney aboard the Indian Pacific. Begin with time to explore Perth, Fremantle, Rottnest Island and the Swan Valley before boarding for four memorable nights crossing the continent, with Off Train Experiences in Kalgoorlie, Cook, the Barossa Valley and Broken Hill. Finish with two nights overlooking the heart of Sydney.
Itinerary
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Depart Auckland on Air New Zealand flight NZ175 at 12.35pm, arrive Perth 4.00pm. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy dinner. Stay Holiday Inn Perth, 4 nights.
Included: D
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Discover Perth’s highlights including Kings Park and the Botanic Gardens before continuing to Cottesloe Beach and historic Fremantle. Enjoy free time before returning to Perth.
Included: B
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Cruise to Rottnest Island, home of the famous quokka. Explore the island on a private Bayseeker Tour and enjoy a guided Gun & Tunnel Tour before returning to Perth.
Included: B, L, D
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Cruise the Swan River with an onboard wine tasting before exploring the Swan Valley, including wineries, local produce and a brewery.
Included: B, D
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Enjoy a leisurely morning before boarding the Indian Pacific. Settle into your Gold Class cabin for your four night journey across Australia.
Included: B, D
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Explore Kalgoorlie with your choice of Off Train Experience before continuing across the Nullarbor. This evening, visit the remote outback town of Cook and enjoy guided stargazing.
Included: B, L, D
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Travel through South Australia before heading into the Barossa Valley for a special evening at historic Seppeltsfield Estate, including a signature food and wine experience.
Included: B, L, D
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Discover Broken Hill with a choice of Off Train Experiences showcasing the Silver City’s mining heritage, art, food and colourful local character.
Included: B, L, D
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Experience the spectacular Blue Mountains before arriving Sydney 12.25pm. Transfer to your hotel with the remainder of the day at leisure. Stay Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel, 2 nights.
Included: B
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Enjoy a half day tour showcasing Sydney’s famous harbour, city sights and Bondi Beach. This afternoon is at leisure before a farewell dinner.
Included: B, L, D
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Depart Sydney on Air New Zealand flight NZ104 at 11.50am, arrive Auckland 4.50pm. Transfer home (if applicable).
Included: B
Cross Australia in unforgettable style.
Reserve your place on this unforgettable tour. Numbers are limited, so don’t delay.
Why you’ll love this trip
There’s something special about crossing an entire continent by rail. From Perth, Rottnest Island and the Swan Valley to the vast Nullarbor, outback towns, Barossa Valley and Blue Mountains, this journey combines remarkable landscapes with the relaxed rhythm of life aboard the Indian Pacific. Add memorable Off Train Experiences, Gold Class rail travel and time in Sydney for an unforgettable Australian journey.
Inclusions & Activities
Airfares: Return Economy class airfares Auckland to Perth and Sydney to Auckland
Rail: 4 nights onboard the Indian Pacific train from Perth to Sydney in a Gold class cabin. Includes all onboard meals, wines, beers, soft drinks with lunch and dinner, and off train excursions
Accommodation: 4 nights in Perth and 2 nights in Sydney at quality accommodation
Sightseeing: All sightseeing and attractions as shown, including Rottnest Island, Swan Valley and off shore train experiences on your Indian Pacific journey
Meals: Daily breakfasts plus lunches and dinners as specified
Transfers: Home pick up and drop off in Auckland Metro area
Tour Leader: Travelwise Tour Leader throughout, plus local guides
David Libeau, Tour Leader
Your Tour Leader
David Libeau
David is an experienced and highly regarded Tour Leader with Travelwise Holidays and he has an extensive background in the travel industry. He is known for his warm personality, sense of humour and caring approach.He creates a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere where guests feel well looked after.
Before you book, you should know
Activity Level 2: A balanced pace with more time exploring throughout the day. Suitable for travellers comfortable with longer walks, standing during sightseeing, independently boarding coaches, trains and boats, and walking over some uneven surfaces. A good choice if you prefer: Getting out and about, with a steady but manageable pace.
Departure: 15 June 2027
Other Notes:
Deposit: $3,000 pp. Please note deposit is non refundable, non transferrable
Balance Payment Date: 15 April 2027
Bookings may still be available after this date. Please contact us for availability.
Insurance:
Not mandatory for this tour, however we recommend this for peace of mind.
