While the winter winds howl throughout the northern hemisphere, summer is just getting started in the land down under. Now is the perfect time to book your warm weather getaway to the beautiful Australian outback. With thousands of miles of railway to explore, we focus in on one particularly stunning adventure: The Indian Pacific.
This rail trip along the Great Southern Railway spans the entire continent, with service running from the Indian to the Pacific Ocean. The sparkling waters and enticing beaches on each end of your trip are reason enough to select the Indian Pacific; the stunning scenery and gorgeous accommodations along the 4,352 miles of railway will leave no traveler disappointed.
During your three night journey, you will explore terrifically diverse terrain, including the beautiful Blue Mountains and the treeless plains of the Nullarbor. A glance out the window might afford a view of the magnificent Australian Wedge Tailed Eagle. This incredible bird, with a wingspan of up to two meters, is the symbol of this great train. Adventure awaits in each of the optional off-train sightseeing tours in Broken Hill, Adelaide, and Kalgoorlie. The scheduled stop in Adelaide allows travelers to customize trips to Darwin or Melbourne.
Each time the Indian Pacific departs from either Sydney or Perth, a unique trip is undoubtedly underway. The Great Southern Railway is dedicated to service, with unparalleled food, hospitality, and creativity in providing one-of-a-kind vacations. The Indian Outback Christmas 2005 featured Guy Sebastian, Australia 's first Idol, who sang Christmas carols with local school children at each scheduled stop. RailsNW can help you book your own special, personalized rail tour along the Great Southern Railway.
