Holiday Overview
See the epic continent of Australia from all points of the compass on this comprehensive tour. The highlight for many will be crossing the arid outback on the Ghan train, but there are still wonderful experiences to savour in Sydney and the Blue Mountains and Perth, awaiting on the inviting Indian Ocean.
12 nights 13 days
Starts Sydney, Ends Perth
Sates visited: New South Wales, South Australia, Northern Territory, Western Australia.
Highlights;
Traversing Australia from South to North on the Ghan Train.
Exciting Sydney, with the beautiful Blue Mountains at hand.
The foodie city of Adelaide
Cruising down the Swan river in Perth.
North, South, East & West featuring the Ghan Train includes:
- Flights from the UK
- 3 Nights accommodation in Sydney
- Blue Mountains Tour
- 2 Nights accommodation in Adelaide
- The Ghan Rail Journey from Adelaide to Darwin
- 2 Nights accommodation in Darwin
- 3 Nights accommodation in Perth
- Swan River Cruise
- Transfer - Adeaide hotel to train station
Day 1 - Sydney
Check into your chosen hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Featured accommodation
Parkroyal Darling Harbour Hotel
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Kimpton Margot Sydney
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
Day 2 - Sydney & the Blue Mountains
Spend the day on a tour of the Blue Mountains National Park. This wonderland of sandstone outcrops, deep ravines and hazy blue eucalypt forests boasts luxury retreats and stunning views. Your guide will take you off the beaten track to visit remote lookout locations and discuss the history, flora and fauna of this magnificent region.
Featured accommodation
Parkroyal Darling Harbour Hotel
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Kimpton Margot Sydney
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
Unmissable Experiences
AEA Blue Mountains Deluxe Day
Day 3 - Sydney
A full day at leisure to enjoy the sights of Sydney at your own pace.
Featured accommodation
Parkroyal Darling Harbour Hotel
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Kimpton Margot Sydney
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
Unmissable Experiences
Sydney Experiences
Day 4 - Sydney to Adelaide
Board a domestic flight to the South Australia capital of Adelaide. Check into your chosen hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Featured accommodation
Playford Hotel
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Mayfair Hotel
Majestic Roof Garden
Day 5 - Adelaide
A day at leisure to explore the galleries, cafes and museums of vibrant Adelaide. Optional day tours to the Barossa Valley can easily be arranged.
Featured accommodation
Playford Hotel
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Mayfair Hotel
Majestic Roof Garden
Day 6 - Board the Ghan in Adelaide
Departing Adelaide, what lies ahead is rugged, beautiful and spectacular – through the Red Centre to the tropical north of Australia. Settle into your cabin and watch the rolling pastoral lands of South Australia from your window or meet your fellow travellers in the lounge car. Before long some of the oldest rock formations in the world, the Flinders Ranges, come into view. As darkness envelops the rugged outback, it’s time to indulge in a regionally-inspired dinner and all-inclusive fine wines and beverages.
Day 7 - Alice Springs on the Ghan
Begin with a freshly brewed coffee or juice as the day dawns at Marla, an outback outpost in the remote reaches of South Australia. It is here, deep inland, that you will enjoy a one of a kind experience, as you watch the desert come to life at sunrise. All aboard for brunch as you make your way through the MacDonnell Ranges to Alice Springs where a choice of Off Train Excursions awaits. Alice is an iconic Red Centre outpost. 1,500 kilometres from the nearest major city, it may be remote, but offers plenty to explore – home to doctors who fly, rivers that run dry, and a cast of colourful characters. Your time in the ‘capital out of the outback’ offers numerous opportunities to explore its historic legacy and unique environment.
Day 8 - Katherine & arrive in Darwin on The Ghan
Your day dawns in the tropical north. The pristine wilderness of Katherine is stirring and powerful, and you’ll have the chance to explore it from the water or land with your choice of off train experiences. Cruise the jaw-dropping Nitmiluk Gorge, learn more about its ancient Indigenous rock paintings and gain insight into the culture of the traditional owners of Nitmiluk, the Jawoyn people, or discover authentic outback life on a cattle station. As evening falls, arrive in Darwin to complete your epic Australian journey, where you can spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Featured accommodation
Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront
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Adina Apartment Darwin Waterfront
Day 9 - Darwin
A full day at leisure to reflect on your epic trans continental journey and explore Darwin at your own pace. Speak to your consultant regarding the various optional excursions available.
Featured accommodation
Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront
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Adina Apartment Darwin Waterfront
Unmissable Experiences
Darwin Experiences
Day 10 - Darwin to Perth
By this stage you will have been in the East, South and North of Australia, its now time to head West. Fly to Perth, check into your chosen hotel in Perth and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Featured accommodation
Pan Pacific Perth
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COMO The Treasury
Duxton Hotel
Day 11 - Perth
Enjoy a morning cruise along the Swan River. A wonderful way to acquaint yourself with the laid back city of Perth.
Featured accommodation
Pan Pacific Perth
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COMO The Treasury
Duxton Hotel
Unmissable Experiences
Perth Experiences
Day 12 - Perth
Spend a full day at leisure in Perth to explore this sun-soaked city at your own pace.
Featured accommodation
Pan Pacific Perth
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COMO The Treasury
Duxton Hotel
Day 13 - Perth
The itinerary concludes today in Perth
PARKROYAL Darling Hotel, Sydney Holidays
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour offers views of Darling Harbour and the city skyline and features a restaurant, a fully equipped fitness centre and free cable TV. It is located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District) just a 5 minutes’ walk to Chinatown and Town Hall Station
Kimpton Margot Sydney, Sydney Holidays
The Kimpton Margot Sydney is located between Hyde Park and Darling Harbour and welcomes guests with a restaurant, fitness centre and outdoor swimming pool. Free Wi-Fi is also available in all rooms.
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney Holidays
Wake up to breath-taking views of the iconic Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge or Darling Harbour each morning. You will be spoiled for choice at the Shangri-La Hotel, with a day spa, fitness centre and indoor pool at your disposal.
Playford Hotel, Adelaide Holidays
The award-winning 5-star hotel, The Playford Adelaide - MGallery by Sofitel, is a boutique hotel in the heart of Adelaide on vibrant North Terrace. The hotel features a 24-hour fitness centre with a heated pool and sauna. The restaurant offers an extensive buffet breakfast.
Mayfair Hotel, Adelaide Holidays
The luxurious 5-star Mayfair Hotel can be found at the intersection of King William and Hindley Streets. The boutique hotel boasts an unmatched location, adjacent to Rundle Mall and a short walk to Adelaide’s Riverbank and entertainment precincts.
Nestled within the Heritage Listed Colonial Mutual Life (CML) Building, the Mayfair Hotel breathes new life into one of Adelaide’s iconic landmark buildings.
Majestic Roof Garden, Adelaide
The Majestic Roof Garden Hotel, located in the lively East End of Adelaide, is a chic and stylish accommodation choice for visitors looking to explore South Australia’s capital. This four-and-a-half-star hotel combines modern design with comfortable luxury, offering spacious rooms that feature plush bedding, elegant decor, and contemporary amenities to make guests feel right at home. Its central location places guests within walking distance of Rundle Street's vibrant dining and shopping scene, as well as nearby cultural attractions like the Art Gallery of South Australia and Adelaide Botanic Garden, making it a perfect base for city exploration.
Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront Holidays
If you want to be in the middle of the action and close to the Darwin CBD, Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront is the place for you. Choose to stay in one of the hotel's 121 well-appointed guest rooms.
Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront Holidays
The Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront provides the perfect base for an unforgettable adventure. Positioned amongst waterside restaurants and the family friendly wave pool with a lagoon on Darwin’s seafront promenade. It is only a stone’s throw away from the Darwin Convention Centre and within walking distance of Darwin’s CBD
Pan Pacific Perth
Whether you travel for business or leisure, you will find refreshing comfort in the heart of Perth's CBD at Pan Pacific Perth. Experience the best of Western Australia, at one of the finest Perth hotels with a host of retail, dining and entertainment options all within easy reach for your convenience.
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