Board the Indian Pacific from Sydney to Adelaide and cruise from Adelaide to Fremantle aboard the Vasco da Gama (ports of call in Esperance, Albany and Busselton). Experience the ultimate luxury cruise and train package from Sydney. Travel from Sydney to Adelaide on the Indian Pacific, spending 4 nights in Adelaide followed by 7 nights aboard the Vasco da Gama from Adelaide to Fremantle, stopping in Esperance, Albany and Busselton. The ex Perth package is 17 days travelling Perth to Adelaide on the Indian Pacific. Themes include: Rail and Sail, New South Wales, South Australia, Western Australia, Departs from Sydney, Indian Pacific, Ocean Cruise, Returns from Perth. + Show more
Adelaide to Fremantle Vasco da Gama Cruise with Indian Pacific
13 Day Train + Cruise Package
13 Day Train + Cruise Package
$2192*
Package Includes
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Indian Pacific Train Sydney to Adelaide (or Perth to Adelaide)
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8 Day Vasco da Gama Cruise Adelaide to Fremantle
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All Airfares (e.g home to Sydney and Perth to home)
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7 Nights Accommodation aboard Vasco da Gama (Twin Inner Cabin, upgrades available)
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1 Night Gold Cabin Accommodation on the Indian Pacific Sydney to Adelaide (Gold Service or Platinum Service) (2 nights Adelaide to Perth)
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4 Nights Accommodation in Adelaide (7 Nights for ex Perth packages)
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All meals onboard the Vasco da Gama, FREE afternoon tea and late night snacks, Captain’s Cocktail Party (selected sailings), self service tea and coffee, FREE big show entertainment, cabarets and classical interludes, a range of FREE daytime activities and leisure facilities, FREE guest speaker and arts & crafts (selected sailings), FREE porterage of luggage to your cabin, Cabin Steward service, FREE flexible dining at the Waterfront Restaurant, Waterfront Mediterranean and Waterfront Eurasia restaurants FREE use of library and card room, FREE use of sports courts and gymnasium, FREE use of spa amenities.
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All meals onboard Indian Pacific, FREE beverages throughout your journey, FREE toiletries kit, Cabin Steward service, in-cabin music and commentary, use of ‘Outback Explorer Lounge’
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All Indian Pacific Off-Train Excursions & Activities (e.g. Broken Hill, Blue Mountains, Rawlinna, Cook)
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Adelaide City Tour
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Meet and Greet Personalised Return Transfers (Train Station, Port, Hotel and Airport)
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FREE DISCOVER AUSTRALIA Bonus Voucher Book ($500 Value discounts and bonuses in South Australia)
Highlights
Indian Pacific
Vasco da Gama Cruise the Bight Cruise
Sydney
Adelaide
Esperance
Busselton
Albany
Fremantle
Broken Hill (Sydney to Adelaide)
Historic Churches
Rundle Mall
Montefiore Hill
Gouger Street
North Adelaide
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Departing January 2020
DAYS 1 - 2 Indian Pacific to Adelaide
Fly into Sydney and be personally met at the airport by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the airport to the Indian Pacific railway station to begin your journey to Adelaide.
Embark on the legendary Indian Pacific as you travel from the harbour city of Sydney to the 'City of Churches' Adelaide, marvel at the beauty passing by your cabin window, the magnificent Blue Mountains, rural countryside, tough mallee scrub home to the outback town of Broken Hill and onto the fertile green surrounds of beautiful Adelaide.
See below for full details on your Indian Pacific journey. Note: passengers embarking in Perth enjoy 1 extra night on the Indian Pacific.
As you arrive into Adelaide you can feel the history and culture of 'The City of Churches'. You will be personally met by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the Indian Pacific railway station on arrival in Adelaide to your Adelaide hotel. You can relax and use the rest of the day to explore your hotel and its facilities, perhaps take a stroll around the neighbourhood and central Adelaide.
Meet and Greet Personalised Arrival Transfer, 1 Breakfast,1 Lunch, 1 Dinner, Overnight Gold Service Cabin on the Indian Pacific, Luxury Broken Hill Coach Tour, Luxury Kalgoorlie Coach Tour (Perth to Adelaide customers only), Meet and Greet Personalised Rail Transfer, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation.
Day 3 Adelaide Coach Tour
Adelaide is famous for stylish architecture, beautiful parklands, boutique shopping, cafe strips, sandy swimming beaches, fabulous arts events, festivals, nightlife, and sandstone cottages with sweeping gardens. The diverse cultural mix of its one million population guarantees that the food is sensational. Adelaide is Australia's wine capital and lies between rolling hills to the east and beautiful sandy beaches to the west, with world class vineyards within easy reach.
Your friendly driver will pick you up in the comfortable air-conditioned coach before sharing experiences, fascinating facts and enchanting stories in the on-board full commentary throughout the morning. Today see Victoria Square (heart of Adelaide city), Gouger Street (restaurant cafe strip), King William Street's famous boulevard, The Terraces (4 terraces that separate the city from its greenbelts) and Adelaide's magnificent parks, gardens and greenbelts.
See River Torrens with its delightful garden banks, Parliament House, State Library, Trinity Church (Adelaide's oldest church), fashionable Hutt Street and stop at Haigh's Chocolates to enjoy complimentary tea or coffee accompanied by fine Haigh's chocolates (Haigh's unavailable on Sundays. See Beehive Corner at Rundle Mall, Adelaide Oval (one of Australia's most notable cricket grounds and houses the Bradman collection), the quaint suburbs of North Adelaide; O'Connell Street (restaurants and trendy shops), St Peter's Cathedral, Colonel Light's Lookout on Montefiore Hill (spectacular views over Adelaide).
Coach Tour with Hotel Pick Ups, Tea, Haigh's Chocolates, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation.
Day 4 - 5 Explore Adelaide
Adelaide is the vibrant capital city of South Australia, Adelaide’s city centre is home to beautiful historic buildings, parklands, wide streets and cafes and restaurants, the city combines sensational cuisine, art, shopping and cultural opportunities, Adelaide is the gateway to the world-renowned Barossa and McLaren Vale wine regions and the beautiful Adelaide Hills.
The beautiful city of Adelaide offers a seductive mix of sensational food and wine with fantastic cultural, art and shopping opportunities, the city is the gateway to some of Australia's premier wine regions and the vibrant city centre is abuzz with lively cafes, bars and restaurants, historic buildings, wide streets and manicured parklands add to the city's wonderful aesthetic appearance.
Spend the days exploring Adelaide at your own leisure.
2 Nights Accommodation Adelaide
DAY 6 Board the Vasco da Gamma
Cruise from Adelaide to Fremantle aboard the luxurious Vasco da Gama ocean liner via the remarkable Great Australian Bight. Enjoy the traditional and stylish cruising experience featuring an endless array of activities and a great selection of impressive entertainment options.
You have ports of call in Esperance and Albany; along with a visit to Busselton in the Margaret River Region anchored in spectacular Geographe Bay. Choose from a range of optional excursions in Albany and Esperance or wonder around the towns to explore yourself. Enjoy the on board entertainment and day time activities of the Vasco da Gama. The Vasco da Gama’s attentive staff will ensure your every need is taken care of on this westerly voyage to cosmopolitan Fremantle.
See below for full details on your Vasco da Gama cruise.
Today you will be personally met at your hotel by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from your central Adelaide hotel to Port Adelaide Passenger Cruise Terminal, board the Vasco da Gama and begin your cruise West.
Meet and Greet Personalised Port Transfer, Dinner, Late Night Snacks, Overnight Accommodation on board the Vasco da Gama.
DAY 7 - 8 At Sea – Cruise the Bight
The Great Australian Bight lies on the coast of Southern and Western Australia and is a pristine wilderness of incredible natural beauty, dramatic sea cliffs rise majestically from the ocean, an ocean that teems with an incredible wealth of marine life including great white sharks, humpback whales and sea lions. Bird life here includes the white-bellied sea eagle and albatross.
Sail across one of the most remarkable "Bights" or open bays in the world aboard the Vasco da Gama. Look out for a wealth of marine and bird life while you sail this vast aquatic expanse.
Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner, Late Night Snacks, Overnight Accommodation on board the Vasco da Gama.
DAY 9 Explore Esperance
Esperance offers the kind of natural beauty that borders on overwhelming, and a slow simplicity that will remind you that sometimes, the Earth’s treasures are all you need. Esperance is blessed with squeaky-clean white sand and turquoise waters. The Recherche Archipelago dots the seascape as far as the eye can see, lining the Esperance coast with more than 100 smooth, rock islands that are scattered in the vibrant blue ocean. Indeed, scientific tests have ruled that Esperance has some of the world’s whitest sand.
Check out the arts centre and galleries, drop into the museum to view what's left of the NASA Skylab after it slammed back down to Earth near Balladonia.
Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner, Late Night Snacks, Overnight Accommodation on board the Vasco da Gama.
DAY 10 Explore Albany
The historic town of Albany is located on the massive Princess Royal Harbour on spectacular King George Sound. It is blessed by a by a wealth of stunning surrounding natural beauty, the majestic Stirling Ranges, the Mt Barker Wine Region and the dramatic and rugged Southern Ocean coastline with it’s beautiful beaches. The town’s main street, York Street, is lined with vibrant cafes, restaurants and speciality stores.
Albany is where the massive first Anzac fleet gathered from around Australia and New Zealand before departing in 1914 for World War I and is regarded as the birthplace of Australia's Anzac Day dawn service tradition. Visit the National Anzac Centre, one of Australia’s most important cultural pilgrimages, overlooking the actual harbour from which over 41,000 men and woman departed for the Great War. Immerse yourself in the Anzac Legend and follow personal stories through state of the art technology, multimedia and historic artefacts.
Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner, Late Night Snacks, Overnight Accommodation on board the Vasco da Gama.
DAY 11 – 12 Explore Busselton and Geographe Bay
The bustling seaside city of Busselton is renowned for its bays and beaches. The region’s coastline is diverse; from the long, curving, wide beaches and calm waters of to the secluded white sandy coves with rocky headlands - some regarded by many as some of Western Australia’s premier surfing beaches. Set on the edge of the Indian Ocean, this pretty city has plenty to offer - both in natural beauty and man made attractions. The world famous Busselton Jetty captures your attention and imagination and provides an exquisite backdrop to the white sandy beaches.
Arrive in Busselton and choose from a range of optional shore excursions or explore Busselton on your own at your own pace. Alternatively, you can stay on board the Astor and make use of the range of facilities available.
Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner, Late Night Snacks, 2 Nights Accommodation on board the Vasco da Gama.
DAY 13 Arrive in Fremantle and Fly Home
Fremantle's historic streets are abuzz with vibrant bars, cafes, restaurants and clubs, head to the famous 'Cappuccino Strip' which is the city's hub for eating and drinking, elegant streets lined with colonial architecture are home to markets and boutique shopping, historic attractions abound, picturesque Fishing Boat Harbour is a must-see.
Cruise back to Fremantle this morning and when you arrive you will be personally met at the Victoria Quay Passenger Cruise Terminal by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred to the airport to meet your flight home.
Meet and Greet Personalised Departure Transfer.
Package ex Perth
For customers travelling from Perth, the package is 17 days in duration, travelling Adelaide to Perth on the Indian Pacific and staying 3 nights more in Adelaide.
Inclusions on board the Indian Pacific
Relax in your private Gold Service Cabin and watch the passing landscapes of Australia pass by through your large window. Enjoy all meals onboard the Indian Pacific in the stylish Queen Adelaide Restaurant Car (flexible times, hearty breakfasts, two course lunches, three course dinners). Your package includes FREE soft drinks, beers, high-quality standard wines, base spirits, tea and coffee throughout your journey on board. You will also receive a FREE toiletries kit. You have Cabin Steward service, in-cabin music and detailed journey commentary (available from your cabin sound system) and you will love the cosy but exclusive atmosphere of the Outback Explorer Lounge. Your package includes Gold Service but can be upgrade to Platinum Service.
Upgrade to Platinum Service: Experience the luxury of larger cabin space (twice the size of a Gold Service Twin Cabin) along with private Platinum Transfers, in-cabin breakfasts and access to the exclusive new Platinum Lounge and Restaurant. See Upgrade Options below for details.
Inclusions on board the Vasco da Gama
Relax in your private cabin on board the Vasco da Gama while you sail and enjoy FREE full board cuisine with a selection of international cuisine, afternoon teas and late night snacks, self-service tea and coffee and Captain’s Cocktail Party (selected sailings). Experience FREE big show entertainment, cabarets and classical interludes, a range of FREE daytime activities and leisure facilities. Choose from a range of FREE daytime activities, leisure facilities, FREE guest speaker and arts & crafts (selected sailings) and use of the onboard library and card room. Enjoy FREE use of sports courts and gymnasium, FREE use of spa amenities. Enjoy meals and FREE flexible dining at the Waterfront Restaurant, Waterfront Mediterranean and Waterfront Eurasia restaurants. Your package includes an inner cabin but can be upgraded to a range of cabins.
Upgrade to a Superior Twin Inner: Upgrade to a Superior Twin Inner cabin and benefit from a cabin on the higher Atlantic Deck. See Upgrade Options below for details.
Upgrade to an Ocean View Cabin: Enjoy rich ocean views and a converted double bed in cabins located in the forward and aft areas of the Baltic Deck and the higher Atlantic Deck. See Upgrade Options below for details.
Upgrade to a Standard Plus Twin Ocean View: These ocean view cabins are located on the Baltic deck and feature a converted double bed which converts to a sofa for daytime use. See Upgrade Options below for details.
Upgrade to a Premium Suite Ocean View: Benefit from the space of a larger cabin (twice the size of the standard cabins). Premium suites are located on the Atlantic Deck and offer stylish interior design, double beds, a sitting area and floor-to-ceiling windows. See Upgrade Options below for details.
Adelaide Accommodation Included
You have 3 choices of accommodation in Adelaide. Our "Good Standard" central Adelaide hotel has great facilities, a comfortable room and friendly service (typically 3.5 stars). Alternatively, why not treat yourself? The "Deluxe" hotel has superior facilities, stylish room and first class service (typically 4 stars). The “Luxury” hotel is upscale with a more luxurious feel for the discerning traveller and great for celebrating an anniversary (typically 5 stars).
The package is priced on the "Good Standard" option. See Optional Upgrades below for more details, or simply ask.
Airport, Rail and Port Transfers Included
You will be personally met by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from Sydney airport to the Indian Pacific railway station to begin your journey to Adelaide. On arrival in Adelaide you will be transferred to your Adelaide hotel. You will be met at your hotel by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from your hotel to the Vasco da Gama and from the Vasco da Gama to the Perth airport for your flight home.
DISCOVER AUSTRALIA Bonus Voucher Book
You’ll receive the FREE DISCOVER AUSTRALIA Bonus Voucher Book that includes $500 value of discounts and bonuses throughout Adelaide and SA at shops, restaurants attractions, wineries etc. It’s a great way to save even more on your South Australia holiday.
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Adelaide to Fremantle Vasco da Gama Cruise with Indian Pacific
13 Day Train + Cruise Package
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2192
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*Starting holiday costs per person, two share, for low seasons (A$). Seasonal surcharges apply outside of low season. Early Bird Specials require travel outside of the next 6 months (i.e travel in more than 6 months time). As prices vary based on travel dates, be flexible with dates to get the best deals! Itinerary and vehicle types subject to change without notice. Subject to limited availability at these prices, after which higher prices apply, book now. Ex Adelaide / Sydney prices include only flights back to Adelaide / Sydney. See Important Information before booking. © DISCOVER AUSTRALIA Booking Code: mp388
Departures Departs: Specific Date: 06/01/2020
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