Ultimate Rail Adventure

Australia's best train holiday highlights including travel
on both the Indian Pacific & The Ghan.

17 DAYS / 16 NIGHTS

Valid for travel 1/4/08 to 31/3/09

Note: The traditional owners would prefer that visitors do not climb Uluru.

DAY 1: Wednesday
Sydney, Indian Pacific, Blue Mountains
(Interstate guests fly to Sydney this morning - airfare additional cost).You’ll board the Indian Pacific in the afternoon at Sydney Central Station. Enjoy dinner as you head towards the far West of New South Wales. (D)

DAY 2: Thursday
Broken Hill and Adelaide
Your first stop is Broken Hill where you can explore this unique outback city on a Whistle Stop Tour† before reboarding for the rest of the journey to Adelaide. Although you arrive in Adelaide in the afternoon there’s still time for another Whistle Stop Tour† before you resume your transcontinental journey. (BLD)
If you’re starting your holiday in Adelaide, board the Indian Pacific. (D)

DAY 3: Friday
Indian Pacific across the Nullarbor Plain
Throughout the day, your views will gradually change from the salt lake country to the vast Nullarbor Plain before you stop at one of the world’s most isolated outposts, Cook. Feel free to stretch your legs and meet the locals - all four of them! You then stop this evening in gold rich Kalgoorlie where you can take a Whistle Stop Tour†. (BLD)

DAY 4: Saturday
Avon Valley, arrive Perth
Take in the scenery of the Avon Valley over breakfast before you arrive in Perth and transfer to the Crowne Plaza Perth - your home for the next 3 nights. Once you’ve checked in, the day is all yours to explore this beautiful city. (B)

DAY 5: Sunday
Perth, River Cruise, Fremantle
Spend a full day discovering Perth's major tourist attractions on board 'The City Explorer Tour', a replica 1899 Perth Tram. Cruise along the magnificent Swan River on your way to Fremantle. Enjoy a scenic tour of the historic Port City before some free time to explore at your own pace. Cruise back to Perth, enjoy afternoon tea or Western Australian wine tasting. (B)

DAY 6: Monday
Perth
Relax, explore at your own pace,
or to make the most of your time here, take one of our Optional Tours on page 59. (B)

DAY 7: Tuesday
Perth to Darwin by Air
Today you’ll fly from Perth to Darwin (airfare additional cost) and check in to the Crowne Plaza Darwin ready for the next stage of this ultimate adventure. (B)

DAY 8: Wednesday
Kakadu, Nourlangie Rock, Yellow Water Billabong Cruise
Heading deep into Kakadu National Park you’ll visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre, the famous Yellow Water Billabong where you’ll enjoy a fantastic wildlife cruise and the impressive rock art site at Nourlangie. Stay overnight at Kakadu’s Gagudju Crocodile
Holiday Inn. (BL)

DAY 9: Thursday
Ubirr Art Site, East Alligator River Cruise
This morning you have the option to take a scenic flight over the Arnhem Land escarpment (additional cost) before visiting the superb rock art site at Ubirr. You also join an Aboriginal guided cruise on the East Alligator River and take in the stunning views across the Kakadu Wetlands. Return to Darwin early evening where you’ll stay at the Crowne Plaza Darwin for 2 nights. (L)
Note: The East Alligator River area is subject to seasonal conditions and occasionally it is necessary to alter touring to suit.

DAY 10: Friday
Darwin
With the whole day free, you can relax, shop, explore or take one
of our fantastic Optional Tours on pages 23-24. (B)

DAY 11: Saturday
The Ghan to Katherine
Join The Ghan as you travel South past lush, tropical scenery to Katherine and stop for around 4 hours giving you enough time to look around town or enjoy a spectacular Whistle Stop Tour† at Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park. (BLD)

DAY 12: Sunday
Alice Springs
Awake to the lovely desert scenery of Central Australia before arriving in Alice Springs and transferring to the Voyages Alice Springs Resort. This afternoon is free to explore Alice Springs at your leisure. (B)

DAY 13: Monday
Uluru (Ayers Rock), Kata Tjuta (The Olgas)
Board your coach and travel to Uluru through the West MacDonnell and James Ranges. Visit the Outback Camel Farm, pass Atila (Mt Conner) before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. This afternoon, drive out to the magnificent domes of Kata Tjuta and walk deep into Walpa (Olga) Gorge. Travel to sunset strip to view Uluru
at sunset. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and admire the magnificent light display before returning to Ayers Rock Resort, Desert Gardens Hotel. (B)

DAY 14: Tuesday
Uluru (Ayers Rock) & Kings Canyon
Rise early and enjoy a tea or coffee as the sun casts its first rays on Uluru. Take a guided walk to Mutitjulu waterhole. Tour the base of Uluru and learn about the geology and flora of the region on the guided Mala Walk, or you can climb Uluru. Visit the Cultural Centre and the Maruku Arts and Craft Cooperative. This afternoon travel to Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park. Overnight at the Kings Canyon Resort. This evening dine in a wilderness setting under a canopy of the southern night sky at the sensational Sounds of Firelight dinner. (D)

DAY 15: Wednesday
Kings Canyon & Alice Springs
Today you can enjoy a guided walk to the rim of Kings Canyon (requires a good degree of fitness). Alternatively, join an easier walk along the canyon floor. Continue on to Alice Springs, stopping en route at the Kings Creek Cattle Station, before returning to the Voyages Alice Springs Resort.

DAY 16: Thursday
Rejoin The Ghan to Adelaide
Your morning is free to relax or take in one of the fantastic morning tours listed on page 32 before your transfer to the station. Once aboard you’ll enjoy Gold Service and the timeless outback scenery as you head south overnight to Port Augusta. (BD-light lunch served on train)

DAY 17: Friday
Arrive Adelaide
Enjoy one last breakfast on board before ending your holiday at Adelaide Parklands Rail Terminal. (B)

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