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Starting in Sydney aboard the beautiful Indian Pacific, you'll embark on a journey of contrasts, from lush vineyards to vast goldmines, majestic mountains to the barren expanse of the Nullarbor, from cities of four million to ghost towns of four. Arriving at your Perth destination, you’ll disembark for a five-night resort or hotel stay, experiencing the highlights of Perth and its beautiful surrounds.
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In the style of most Global Escapes Independent Traveler itineraries, this is a perfect blend of self-guided adventure and forward-planning to ensure that the main elements are organised in advance allowing for plenty of time to relax and take in each place you visit.
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This is a great opportunity for you to experience this exquisite part of Australia in all its splendour with a combination of a luxurious all-inclusive rail journey, off-train excursions as well as guided and self-guided tours in Perth. Your included Lonely Planet guide provides you with lots of additional information to help plan your free time.
This is a first-class travel itinerary that's fully flexible. Want more or fewer days or you want to include a special destination or activity? No problem, we’ll customise a travel plan for you.
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This itinerary is fully customisable to suit your requirements. Your personal travel consultant is available to discuss changes and additions that will enhance your travel experience.
Lonely Planet is renowned for its first-hand approach, up-to-date maps and commitment to providing the best information for travelers. Lonely Planet authors are experienced, insightful travel experts. They personally research the places they write about - both in the first and in subsequent editions - and provide essential travel details along with a wealth of insider information and first-hand tips.
You will receive this guide to help you gain the most out of your holiday. Recommendation: Take the time to read suggestions for things to see and do before you leave home. Take your Lonely Planet guide with you in your luggage.
* All prices are per-person on a twin-share basis and bookings are subject to availability. Price and deposit amount varies according to travel date. If flights are shown as included then a flight cost provision (allowance) applies. Total price after Getaway Cash credits and Australian Escapes Free Flights Vouchers if applicable, is generally payable as follows: Deposit on booking, balance 120 days prior to departure. Packages can be priced for families and groups on request. All prices shown are estimates only. A firm quote (travel plan) with payment terms will be submitted for consideration prior to agreement to proceed. Standard (retail) price comparisons are with similar packages offered elsewhere or what would be payable by a non-member for the same package. Flight pricing included in packages or other estimates is based on travel from Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane. Travel can be arranged from any other major centre and for any number of people. Travel insurance included (if any) is a provision only. We will supply factual, comparitive information on request. Valid for 2019 and 2020 travel subject to availability. Travel Directions Pty Ltd (t/as Australian Escapes Holiday & Travel Club) standard booking terms and conditions apply to all booking enquiries and bookings and are available here to view (or visit our website and go to either the "Booking Enquiry" or "About Us" menu item.)
By embarking on this journey, you’ll be following in the footsteps of those who have dared to venture beyond the city limits - the legendary adventurers, goldrush prospectors and bush pioneers who forged their lives in Australia’s spectacular yet unforgiving interior. This once in a lifetime experience allows you to really immerse yourself in outback Australia and everything it has to offer. From spectacular mountain ranges, inspiring desert plains and remote towns to picturesque beaches and coastlines.
This holiday has been meticulously prepared from first-hand experience to make sure you take in all of the highlights. A part self-guided, part tour-guided travel itinerary that's fully flexible. Want more or fewer days or you want to include a special activity? No problem, we’ll customise a travel plan for you.
"Better to see something once than hear about it a thousand times" - Anonymous
Today is the first day of an incredible journey as you make your way to Sydney Central Station. With a 3pm departure, there’s no need to rush. After settling in, savour your first meal, a regionally inspired dinner paired with all-inclusive fine wines and beverages. After dinner, join fellow guests for a late-night drink or head back to your cabin for your first night onboard.
Wake up on board the Indian Pacific. Arriving in the 'Silver City' of Broken Hill as the day begins, where you embark on a morning of Off Train Excursions to discover the mining history and artistic culture of this unique town where the streets are wide and there's a pub on every corner. Lunch is served onboard as we enter the southern tip of the spectacular and ancient Flinders Ranges.
Continuing on into the city of Adelaide in the afternoon, you have the choice of the following off-train excursions: tour of the city, a visit to the world famous Barossa Valley or McLaren Vale wine regions (seasonal), or a trip to the beautiful Adelaide Hills featuring the culinary delights of Hahndorf.
Today you'll awake to the inspiring and seemingly endless expanse of the Nullarbor Plain. As breakfast is served as you travel along the longest stretch of straight railway track in the world. If travelling in winter your sense of wonder will be ignited as you enjoy the tranquillity of dinner under the brilliant desert stars in the remote and beautiful Rawlinna Station. During summer you'll enjoy a regionally inspired fine-dining experience.
Enjoy your last breakfast onboard as you glide through the mild skies and marvel at the cool green vales of the Avon Valley on your way to Perth, arriving after an onboard lunch. The end to an unforgettable rail journey and the start to adventure in Perth & it's stunning surrounds.
Start your Perth experience with a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus pass. Giving you the freedom to explore the city at your own pace. Admire the sights atop a double-decker bus.
This hop-on hop-off adventure hits the city's top attractions, giving you plenty of time to visit sights like The Bell Tower, Kings Park, and Water Town.
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Start your day with a cruise over the Swan River to Rottnest Island - affectionately dubbed Rotto by locals - to tour this idyllic paradise by bus and on foot. Gaze out at dolphins from the West End lookout, learn about the island's stint as a penal colony, and get up close to its tiny, native kangaroo - the quokka.
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Today you will have a fantastic day of self-guided and guided touring around Perth and Fremantle. Experience everything from the rich history of the area giving you a great insight into the city to the alfresco lifestyle Perth people enjoy today.
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Venture out of the city after being collected from your central Perth hotel for a delightful day discovering the small-town charm and fine wines of the Margaret River region. On this relaxing tour, soak up Western Australia's quaint landscapes, stop for delectable tastings, and round out your excursion with a visit to the famous Busselton Jetty.
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Today you will be collected by your private airport transfer service for your return flight from Perth to Sydney after a unique holiday and lifelong memories!
After checking out of your Perth hotel, you will collect your hire car and start the leisurely 3-hour drive to the beautiful Margaret River Region, full of pristine natural wonders, premium wineries and relaxed microbreweries, gourmet food and sensational dining, inspirational artisans and boutique shopping, and a laid-back persona all of its own.
The Margaret River Region is an area of magnificent beauty on the South West Coast of the beautiful state of Western Australia. Stretching from Busselton on the shores of Geographe Bay down to Augusta the most south westerly point in Australia.
The area abounds with spectacular beaches, exquisite caves, adventurous walks and trails, world class surfing spots, welcoming locals, divine cuisine and award-winning wine in nearly every direction! With two full days to explore, consult your included lonely planet guide to find out the best things to see and do as well as restaurant and winery recommendations.
Today we say goodbye to Margaret River & Perth after an exceptional holiday. We recommend that you get an early start today to ensure you have plenty of time to return your hire car at the airport before your afternoon flight back to Sydney.
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"Just to let you know what a wonderful holiday we had in Canada/Alaska thanks to Ben. He did a great job with our Travel Itinerary everything went to plan I would recommend Australian Escapes and this holiday to my friends and family we are definitely going to do this holiday again. I did give Ben a ring and thanked him and told him what a great job he did. We are looking forward to our next holiday with Australian Escapes." Rosanna M.
"I was one of the ladies who went with Cherrie to Norfolk. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and thought you did a marvellous job organising it all for us. The accommodation in both Sydney and Norfolk was outstanding - I had never been to either places before and could have stayed much longer in Sydney, as the view from our hotel windows was wonderful. Everyone on Norfolk was so friendly and nothing was ever too much trouble. Thank you so much for making our holiday so enjoyable." Jan W.
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"My life has been like a whirlwind since I got back. I am now on holidays and catching up with people that I have not had time to contact since coming back. Thank you so much for organising my trip to The States and Canada for me. I had a great time and everything went really well. All flights went well. The hotel you booked me into in Champaign was a really old home with beautiful gardens, all done up and run by two gay guys. It was really quaint and I loved it. I had a great time, everything went without a hitch, I loved all the accommodation that you organized for me and I would like to wish you a happy Christmas and all the best." Marlene S.
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"We are back and rested after a hectic few weeks (away), but everything worked out extremely well. Thanks so much for all your organisation – once you get used to the trains and buses, life becomes easy. Once again, thanks to you and the team for all the organisation from both Lorraine and I – we really enjoyed the holiday. All the best." Bob C.
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