17 Days Ultimate Rail Adventure

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DAY 1: WEDNESDAY – Indian Pacific

Join the mighty Indian Pacific in Sydney. Enjoy a delicious dinner along with the panoramic views of the Blue Mountains. (D)

DAY 2: THURSDAY – Broken Hill and Adelaide

Explore the unique outback of Broken Hill on a Whistle Stop Tour†, before reboarding the Indian Pacific to Adelaide. In Adelaide there’s time for another Whistle Stop Tour†, then rejoin the train and head west towards Perth. (BLD). With the option to start your holiday in Adelaide, board the mighty Indian Pacific at Adelaide Parklands Terminal. (D)

DAY 3: FRIDAY – The Nullarbor, Cook and Kalgoorlie

Salt lake gives way to the desolate Nullarbor Plain, stop at one of the world’s most isolated outposts, Cook. Stretch your legs and then it’s onto Kalgoorlie where you can explore on an optional Whistle Stop Tour (BLD)

DAY 4: SATURDAY – Perth

Arrive in Perth and transfer to your accommodation for the next three nights at the Travelodge Perth Hotel. The rest of the day is free to enjoy at your leisure. (B)

DAY 5: SUNDAY – Swan River and Fremantle

Enjoy a full day discovering Perth’s major tourist attractions on board ‘The City Explorer Tour’, a replica 1899 Perth tram. Cruise along the Swan River on your way to Fremantle. Enjoy a scenic tour before some free time to explore at your own pace.

DAY 6: MONDAY – Perth

Today is free to relax and enjoy at your own pace.

DAY 7: TUESDAY – Perth to Darwin by Air

Today you will fly from Perth to Darwin (additional cost) and check in to SKYCITY Darwin ready for the next stage of this ultimate adventure.

DAY 8: WEDNESDAY – Kakadu, Nourlangie Rock and Yellow Water Billabong

Heading deep into Kakadu National Park you’ll visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre, the famous Yellow Water Billabong where you’ll enjoy a fantastic wildlife cruise, and the impressive rock art site at Nourlangie. Stay overnight at Kakadu’s Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn. (BL)

DAY 9: THURSDAY – Ubirr Art Site and East Alligator River

This morning you have the option to take a scenic flight over the Arnhem Land escarpment (additional cost) before visiting the superb rock art site at Ubirr. You also join an Aboriginal guided cruise on the East Alligator River and take in the stunning views across the Kakadu Wetlands. Return to Darwin early evening where you’ll stay at SKYCITY Darwin for two nights. (L)

Note: The East Alligator River area is subject to seasonal conditions and occasionally it is necessary to alter touring to suit.

DAY 10: FRIDAY – Darwin

With the whole day free, you can relax, shop or explore. (B)

DAY 11: SATURDAY – The Ghan

Join The Ghan in Darwin and travel south to Katherine past lush, tropical scenery. Enjoy a spectacular Whistle Stop Tour†at Katherine Gorge, then hop back onboard for your overnight journey to Alice Springs. (BLD)

DAY 12: SUNDAY – Alice Springs

Awake to the lovely desert scenery of Central Australia before arriving in Alice Springs and transferring to The Chifley Alice Springs Resort. This afternoon is free to explore Alice Springs at your leisure. (B)

DAY 13: MONDAY – Uluru

Travel through Uluru, the West MacDonnell and James Ranges. Visit the Outback Camel Farm, pass Attila (Mt Conner) before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. This afternoon, enjoy a guided walk to the waterhole of Mutitjulu. See cave paintings and hear the legends. Tour the base of Uluru on the Mala Walk before returning to Ayers Rock Resort, Desert Gardens Hotel. (B)

DAY 14: TUESDAY – Uluru, Kata Tjuta & Kings Canyon

Rise early to watch the sun casts its first rays on Uluru. Travel to the immense 36 rock domes of Kata Tjuta. Enjoy a guided walk into Walpa Gorge. Marvel at the sheer walls that flank you. This afternoon travel to Kings Canyon and your overnight acommodation at Kings Canyon Resort. This evening dine in a wilderness setting under a canopy of the southern night sky at the sensational Under a Desert Moond dinner. (D)

DAY 15: WEDNESDAY – Kings Canyon & Alice Springs

Enjoy a guided walk to the rim of Kings Canyon or alternatively, join an easier walk along the canyon floor. Continue on to Alice Springs, stopping en route at the Kings Creek Cattle Station. Overnight, The Chifley Alice Springs Resort.

DAY 16: THURSDAY – The Ghan

Take in any last minute sights before joining The Ghan to head south overnight to Port Augusta. (BLD)

DAY 17: FRIDAY – Arrive Adelaide

Enjoy one last breakfast on board before ending your holiday in Adelaide. (B)

Note: The traditional owners would prefer that visitors do not climb Uluru.

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