Day 1
BOARD THE INDIAN PACIFIC IN ADELAIDE
Start your journey with a delicious welcome dinner at the Adelaide Parklands Terminal before joining the Indian Pacific, where you can settle into your cabin or mingle with fellow travellers in the Outback Explorer Lounge.
OVERNIGHT: 2 nights Indian Pacific (D)
Day 2
NULLARBOR PLAIN
Today, wake up and marvel at the raw beauty of the Nullarbor. Taking its name from the Latin meaning‘no trees’, the ancient Nullarbor conjures the sense of limitless space and time, and this journey is all about those amazing outback views as you cross this famous stretch of the Australian interior. Finish the day with an unforgettable experience, dining under an outback sky on the edge of the country’s largest sheep station at Rawlinna (seasonal). (B,L,D)
Day 3
PERTH
Your breakfast treat this morning is watching the delightful Avon Valley pass by as the final stage of your rail journey unfolds, heading into Perth where your connection with the Indian Ocean begins. Check in to your accommodation and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
OVERNIGHT: 3 nights at Quay Perth (or similar) (B,L)
Day 4
ROTTNEST ISLAND
Make your way to Barrack Street Jetty and board Rottnest Express bound for Rottnest Island, 22 kms offshore. A 90-minute air-conditioned bus tour around ‘Rotto’ takes youto some spectacular locations, including Wadjemup Lighthouse and the boardwalk lookout at the rugged west end. Feast on a delicious lunch before exploring the island at your leisure – make sure you meet a quokka. Return to Perth by ferry in the afternoon.
OVERNIGHT: Discovery Rottnest (B,L)
Day 5
PERTH
Today is yours to explore the city of Perth at your leisure. Take a stroll to the new Elizabeth Quay, visit Kings Park or simply relax in the comfort of your accommodation. (B)
Day 6
PERTH
This morning after breakfast, check out of your hotel. (B)