Your epic Indian Pacific voyage across the vast breadth of Australia from vibrant and cosmopolitan Sydney to the sunny, smiling city of Perth invokes the romance of long distance rail travel, this transcontinental adventure takes you through definitive Australia, through an ever changing landscape that both inspires and astounds. The Indian Pacific departs from East Perth Station, as you board the train your friendly Great Southern Rail attendant will lead you to your comfortable, well-equipped cabin that will be your home for the duration of your wonderful 4 day railway adventure, ahead of you lies an unforgettable experience. All food is included in your fare, so head to the elegant Queen Adelaide Restaurant and savour the delicious meals that are prepared onboard by supremely talented chefs, wash it down with a glass or two of fine wine from our wide and varied selection. The Indian Pacific rolls through the suburbs of sunny Perth and into the green and fertile land of the Avon Valley with its rolling hills and historical villages, your first off-train excursion is at historic Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Australia's largest regional town which is home to the huge open cut gold mine the Super Pit, a fascinating ending to the first leg of your Indian Pacific experience. Day two sees the vast and treeless plains of the Nullarbor pass by your scenic cabin window, a short off- train excursion to the ghost-town of Cook awaits, wander through abandoned buildings and immerse yourself in the sense of isolation that abounds in this remote and eerie town, back aboard the comfortable air-conditioned Indian Pacific your journey continues across the longest single stretch of railway in the world. Dawn's first light illuminates the rolling green hills and undulating countryside of the South Australian countryside as you approach Adelaide, leave the train and explore Adelaide's many attractions, quaint lane-side restaurants, vibrant markets and the stunning Adelaide Hills. Back aboard the train, the green hues are left behind as the view changes to arid mallee scrub as you near Broken Hill one of Australia's iconic outback towns and home to a proud mining history. The final stretch of your Indian Pacific adventure takes you through the sensational Blue Mountains and onto your final destination, Sydney, Australia's capital city home to iconic national treasures such as the Opera House and Harbour Bridge and a wealth of incredible sights and attractions, a fitting place to end your trip on one of the world's greatest railway journeys.
