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All aboard the Indian Pacific, one of world’s great rail journeys and an unforgettable cross-country adventure from Sydney to Perth, with a grand finale of a retreat at Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef and your chance to swim with the gentle giants of the sea – whale sharks or humpback whales.
Begin your 10-day journey with four magical days onboard the Indian Pacific from Sydney to Perth, the Pacific Ocean to the Indian. With a history built on the lives of bush pioneers, gold rush prospectors and near-mythical adventurers, this legendary train evokes a frontier spirit, a romantic connection to the land, and travelling on it creates a moving and unforgettable life experience.
Over 4,352 kilometres, including the longest stretch of straight railway track in the world, you’ll discover a world of contrasts: ...
Over 4,352 kilometres, including the longest stretch of straight railway track in the world, you’ll discover a world of contrasts: the towering majesty of the Blue Mountains to the barren expanse of the Nullarbor, from cities of four million to ghost towns of four. To help you make the most of each stop, you’ll have access to unique Off Train Excursions to suit every fitness level. Discover the artistic culture and mining history of Broken Hill, ‘the silver city’. Embark a guided tour of Adelaide CBD or venture out to the Adelaide Hills or to the world-famous Barossa Valley or McLaren Vale wine regions (seasonal). Immerse yourself in pure jackaroo country in the outback outposts of Cook and Rawlinna, where you’ll enjoy the tranquillity of dinner under the brilliant desert stars (seasonal). You’ll arrive into Perth having completed one of the world’s great travel experiences.
You’ll stay in a private cabin onboard the Indian Pacific, either a Gold Single or Gold Twin. The Gold Single features a bed that converts to a seat by day with shared shower/toilet facilities located at the end of the carriage, while the Gold Twin features a upper and lower berths that convert to a three seater lounge by day with a private ensuite. Your cabin is the perfect place to relax and recharge before heading to the lounge or dining carriage.
Upon arrival in Perth, you’ll have time to explore the city at your leisure before travel by air to Exmouth. Your accommodation for the next three nights is Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef, Western Australia’s most famous beachside safari camp. Here, you’ll have the lifechanging opportunity to swim with humpback whales or whale sharks on the breathtaking Ningaloo Reef!
This once-in-a-lifetime journey includes 9-nights’ accommodation: 3-nights’ onboard the Indian Pacific (all-inclusive), 3-nights at the Duxton Perth (daily breakfast) and 3-nights at Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef (chef-prepared meals, snacks and beverages, National Park entrance fees and guided wilderness activities). At Sal Salis, one day humpback whale swim (August – October) or one day whale shark swim (March – July) is included. Return economy flights from Perth to Exmouth also included.
Follow the path of Australia’s most famous adventurers onboard the Indian Pacific, with this all-inclusive 10-day package that also includes Ningaloo Reef. The adventure and romance of this incredible journey will take your breath away.
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Departing from Sydney, begin your cross-country journey onboard the Indian Pacific. Settle into your private cabin and immerse yourself in the comforts and romance of luxury rail travel. Look out the window at breathtaking Blue Mountains, mingle with your fellow travellers in the Outback Explorer Lounge and savour your first meal – a regionally-inspired dinner paired with all-inclusive fine wines and beverages. After dinner, join fellow travellers for a late night drink or head back to your cabin for your first night onboard.
As the day begins, disembark at Broken Hill, Australia’s ‘Silver City', for a morning of Off Train Excursions. Discover the artistic culture and mining history of this unique town where the streets are wide and there’s a pub on every corner. Watch the sunrise from the the Miner’s Memorial and Trade Hall and be entertained with a live performance by local actors. Or, visit London, Paris and New York all in one place at the iconic Pro Hart Gallery, where you’ll find a selection of the late artists’ most famous works.
After, continue your journey aboard the Indian Pacific and enjoy lunch overlooking the timeless beauty of the Flinders Ranges.
Rise with the sun to watch the sky turn red, pink and purple across the endless expanse of the Nullarbor Plain. Taking its name from the Latin for ‘no trees’, this seemingly endless expanse of rusty earth and hardy outback shrubs is only broken by the world’s longest stretch of straight railway and the odd mob of kangaroos.
In the evening, stop in the remote outback outpost of Rawlinna, one of Australia’s biggest sheep stations with over 80,000 sheep spread across 2.5 million acres. In cooler months, disembark to partake in drinks and canapes under the brilliant desert stars (seasonal).
Breakfast is served as you glide through the mild skies and cool green vales of the Avon Valley on your way to Perth, arriving after an onboard lunch.
Upon arrival at East Perth Terminal, a private chauffeur will meet and transfer you to your accommodation for the next two nights: The Duxton.
The rest of the day is yours to explore Perth at your leisure.
Averaging 3,000 hours of sunshine each year, Perth is home to 19 beautiful metropolitan beaches, botanical gardens, bush walking trails, wine regions, marine parks and a vibrant city life. Enjoy a sleep in and explore the city at your leisure. Take a stroll through the vibrant waterfront precinct of Elizabeth Quay. Catch the train down to bohemian Freemantle for a fabulous artisanal food, handcrafted beers and great coffee. Spend the afternoon in Kings Park, one of the largest inner-city parks. Catch an Indian Ocean Beach sunset. The choice is yours!
Today your flight to Exmouth transports you to another world.
You’ll stay the next three nights at Western Australia’s most famous beach camp Sal Salis, where the outback meets the reef. Spend the rest of the afternoon getting acquainted with this magical place. Settle into one of just 16 eco-luxe wilderness tents. Laze about in a hammock. Swim in the turquoise waters. Stroll along the pristine white sand beaches. The spectacular Cape Range National Park is yours to uncover!
Prepare for a lifechanging experience. Depending on the time of year, you have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to swim with whale sharks (March – July) or humpback whales (August to October) on the world-famous Ningaloo Reef. This unforgettable opportunity is restricted to small groups, and you will be escorted the entire way travelling aboard a luxury vessel guided by a spotter plane from above.
Morning tea is served to you as you motor out into the Indian Ocean to begin to search for these breathtaking creatures. The crew will help you get kitted out in wetsuits and snorkel gear; they will also provide a thorough briefing.
During the course of the day, your crew will also keep an eye out for dolphins, dugongs, turtles, rays and sea birds and there is usually time for a snorkel at the back of the reef. A gourmet lunch featuring fresh Western Australian produce is provided, along with a glass of bubbly to celebrate an encounter with nature you will never forget.
Today is yours to do as much or as little as you please. Snorkel among 500 species of fish, 250 species of coral and 600 species of mollusc on the coral reef. Kayak over turquoise waters to the deeper lagoons. Uncover over 30,000 years of human history on a Mandu Mandu Gorge walk. Hunt for black footed rock wallabies, honey eaters and emus on a Yardie Creek Gorge walk. Or, simply hang around the camp and bask in the incomparable serenity of this special part of the world.
Your morning flight back to Perth leaves the afternoon free to enjoy more of the Western Australian capital. Why not venture out on a cruise of the Swan River? Soak up the sun at Cottesloe? Or, eat your way through the city’s burgeoning culinary scene? The choice is yours!
All good things must come to an end! After breakfast, check out of your accommodation to commence your onward journey.
NOTE: This itinerary is provided as an example only – prevailing conditions and local arrangements may cause variation.
Departing Wednesday (Mar to Oct). Single Supplement is available. Surcharge applies to festival/holiday season. Please contact us to check availablity, cabin type and price.
The departure point is Sydney, New South Wales.
The finish point is Perth, Western Australia.
Major commercial flights provide convenient access to Perth and Sydney.
The southern areas of Australia including Perth, Adelaide and Sydney, are generally temperate to warm, with summer daytime temperatures between 25 to 35 degrees Celsius. That being said, extreme summer temperatures reaching about 40 degrees Celsius are also possible. Winter temperatures are mild, around 15 degrees Celsius.
Onlyluxe Travel acts as travel agency and work with different tour operators.Payment DetailAll pricing is in Australian dollars and are quoted on a per person twin share basis. A supplementary price is available (see below). Bookings are not confirmed until full payment and the signed Booking Form has been received by Onlyluxe Travel.A non-refundable 30% deposit is payable within 7 days of your booking, with the final balance due 60 days prior to departure. If a booking is made 60 days or less before departure, the full payment is payable immediately. Last minute bookings are payable before arrival. Failure to pay on time may result in automatic cancellation of a booking with cancellation penalties payable to Onlyluxe Travel. If you pay by credit card or PayPal a surcharge will be added to the total price.Single SupplementAll accommodation is twin share. Single guests will share with someone of the same gender. If a single room is demanded, a supplementary price of will apply. The supplementary price refers to our quotation and needs to be stipulated at the time of booking.General Cancellation Policies- Outside of 60 days monies will be refunded less 30% of full fee- Within 60 days prior to arrival all monies will be forfeited- No refunds will be given in the event of non-arrival, any unused services or unused nights due to flight or weather disruption- We strongly recommend guests protect themselves with travel insurance and medical insurancePlease Note: Cancellations must be advised in email and will take effect from the date they are received.LiabilityThe participant agrees to indemnify Onlyluxe Travel, and its servant, tour operator and agents, in relation to any liability, loss and damage which the tour operator, or its servants and/or agents may incur as a result of the participants, negligence or misconduct during the tour.Smoking is not permitted on the bus, or in tents or in other accommodation being used by tour operator at the time that a trip is being conducted.Child PolicyPlease consult travel consultant on age limit.Changes to ItinerariesLocal conditions may necessitate changes to sightseeing, walking and driving routes, camping and accommodation locations. While every effort will be made to provide the services and experiences as offered in our brochure, on our website, and in our trip letters, we reserve the right to vary your itinerary. In the event that we are forced to change your arrangements, substitute arrangements of a similar standard will be provided. The tour operator will not be liable where interruptions to itineraries are caused by weather conditions, technical problems to transport used by the tour operator, industrial action, political or civil commotion or other circumstances beyond our control. We refer you to the conditions regarding travel insurance.Changes in PricesWhile we will do its utmost to honour its pricing unforeseen circumstances may mean that prices may be subject to change without notice.Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Age LimitsYou need to advise Onlyluxe travel and the tour operator on any pre-existing medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your requiring medical attention, or that might affect the normal conduct of a trip and the enjoyment of other trip members. Onlyluxe Travel and the tour operator may require an assessment of your medical condition from a qualified medical practitioner. If you fail to adequately notify the tour operator of any pre-existing medical conditions and/or disability, the tour operator reserves the right, at its reasonable discretion, to cancel your participation in a trip at any time, including after the commencement of your trip, with no right of refund if your medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability could be reasonably expected to affect the normal conduct of the trip and the enjoyment of other trip members.Cancellation by The Tour OperatorThe walks take place in very special wilderness settings. The tour operator is at the mercy of nature in all her beauty and all her fury. The tour operator will under no circumstance knowingly place at risk the health and well-being of our guests and guides. In the case of natural threats, acts of God and the like (e.g. bushfires, impassable snow, etc) the tour operator may need to cancel a walk with very little notice. In some cases, this can occur after the walk has commenced. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel any walk up to 60 days prior to departure if a minimum of 4 walkers are unable to meet for a tour. If the tour operator needs to cancel for any reason, the cost of the walk or any other costs associated with travel to the designated pick up point, overnight accommodation, meals, etc will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore we strongly recommend travel insurance be taken out prior to travel.Force Majeure'Force Majeure' means (without restriction) any event which Onlyluxe Travel or its third party providers could not, even with due care, foresee or avoid. Force Majeure covers events such as, but not limited to, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events beyond our control. In the case of Force Majeure Onlyluxe Travel will not accept liability, and reserves the right to change and cancel trips.EvacuationsIn rare circumstances, due to injury or unforeseen illness, the tour operator may need to evacuate you from a remote part of the walk. Helicopter evacuations are expensive and in most cases will be at a cost to the customer.For Australian residents, under the Australian Government Medicare Act, it is prohibited for any domestic travel insurance product to provide any financial reimbursement with regard to ambulance or air ambulance services. We therefore strongly advise our customers to take specific ambulance cover through their health insurance provider. Evacuation cost will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore it is also strongly recommended that our customers take out travel insurance to cover (amongst other things) the costs associated with evacuation.Travel InsuranceIn view of the heavy cancellation penalties applied to cancelled reservations in certain circumstances, we strongly recommends suitable travel insurance be purchased at the time the holding deposit is paid. We recommend insurance cover that covers any loss which may be suffered due to cancellation. We also strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance against loss of baggage and medical expenses.