Combine the new Great Southern train journey between Brisbane and Adelaide with 6 days of all-inclusive Adelaide touring, featuring Barossa, Murray River paddlesteamer cruise, McLaren Vale, Victor Harbor and more. Enjoy a special winery lunch and a special lunch cruise along the Murray River in a restored Paddle-Steamer. Explore the seaside towns of Victor Harbor and McLaren Vale, as well as the Fleurieu Peninsula. Discover the world famous wine making region of the Barossa Valley and the Germanic Lutheran township of Hahndorf. Then board the Great Southern to explore some of Australia’s most beautiful and remarkable destinations, including guided touring in the Grampians and Canberra with a memorable Northern NSW Coast brunch. Upgrade to the extended 3 night Brisbane to Adelaide direction journey for extra an day aboard the train with guided touring in Northern NSW Coast, Hunter Valley and Regional Victoria and Twelve Apostles. Discover this unforgettable luxury railway adventure in this 8 day package from Adelaide to Brisbane (or Brisbane to Adelaide). Themes include: South Australia, Australian Capital Territory, Queensland, Departs from Adelaide, Great Southern, Luxury Coach, Returns from Brisbane. + Show more

Package Includes

Great Southern Train Adelaide to Brisbane (Gold Class)
All Airfares (e.g. Home to Adelaide & Brisbane to Home)
2 Nights Great Southern private Gold Class cabin
5 Nights Adelaide Hotel (superior 4 star)
Hotel Breakfast Daily, Morning Tea, Special Winery Lunch, Special Cruise Lunch
All meals onboard Great Southern, FREE beverages throughout your journey, FREE toiletries kit, Cabin Steward service, in-cabin music and commentary, use of "Outback Explorer Lounge"
All Great Southern Off-Train Excursions & Activities (The Grampians, Canberra, Northern NSW Coast)
7 Luxury Tours: Barossa Valley (Day Tour), River Murray Riverboat (Day Tour), Victor Harbor with McLaren Vale (Coach Tour), Adelaide Coach Tour with River Cruise, Paddle-steamer Cruise, Haigh’s Chocolates*, Bakery Sampler Plate, behind The Scenes Tour Winery Tour, Wine Education & Tastings
Meet and Greet Personalised Return Transfers (Train Stations, Hotel and Airports)

Highlights

Great Southern Adelaide The Grampians (Adelaide to Brisbane) Canberra (Adelaide to Brisbane) Hunter Valley (Brisbane to Adelaide) Regional Victoria & The Twelve Apostles (Brisbane to Adelaide) Northern NSW Coast Brisbane Wildflowers (in season) Grampians National Park Barossa Valley Special Brewery Lunch River Murray Riverboat Cruise Special Cruise Lunch Murray River Fleurieu Peninsula Victor Harbor McLaren Vale Adelaide Hills Hahndorf Mount Lofty Ranges River Torrens Torrens Gorge Mannum Goolwa Port Elliot Horseshoe Bay Encounter Bay Glenelg Historic Churches Rundle Mall Beehive Corner Adelaide Oval Victoria Square King William Street Boulevard The Terraces Gardens and Greenbelts

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Great Southern Train – Summer Each Year

The new Great Southern train has become as iconic as its sister train journeys The Ghan and Indian Pacific, but only operates during summer each year. Enjoy the same private cabins, dining experiences and friendly crew aboard this completely new railway journey, that uses the same rollingstock as the long-established and popular Ghan and Indian Pacific. Experience the same hallmark quality of off-train activities and escorted touring across these new spectacular locations.

Adelaide to Brisbane (2 nights, 3 days)

The Adelaide-Brisbane journey includes touring in The Grampians, Canberra and a special beachside dining experience on the Northern NSW Coast.

The Grampians

Explore one of Australia’s most stunning wilderness regions, boasting sandstone mountains, wildflowers, waterfalls and native fauna such as echidnas and wallabies.

Canberra

There’s more than just politics in our nation’s capital. While the jewel in Canberra’s crown is Parliament House, it is also home to landmarks such as the National Portrait Gallery, Australian War Memorial and the National Arboretum. There are plenty of opportunities to delve into this city’s art, history and culinary culture.

Northern NSW Coast & Brisbane

Enjoy brunch with stunning seaside views on the northern NSW coast - a stone’s throw from Coffs Harbour.

Note: Ex Brisbane passengers finishes in Brisbane at the Brisbane train station (without transfers or flights).

See below for full details on your Great Southern journey.

DAY 1 Fly to Adelaide

As you arrive into Adelaide you can feel the history and culture of 'The City of Churches'. You will be personally met at the airport by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the airport to your hotel. You can relax and use the rest of the day to explore your hotel and its facilities, perhaps take a stroll around the neighbourhood and central Adelaide.

Meet and Greet Personalised Arrival Transfer, Overnight Accommodation.

DAY 2 Adelaide Luxury Coach Tour & River Cruise

Adelaide is famous for stylish architecture, beautiful parklands, boutique shopping, cafe strips, sandy swimming beaches, fabulous arts events, festivals, nightlife, and sandstone cottages with sweeping gardens. The diverse cultural mix of its one million population guarantees that the food is sensational. Adelaide is Australia's wine capital and lies between rolling hills to the east and beautiful sandy beaches to the west, with world class vineyards within easy reach.

Your friendly driver will pick you up in the comfortable air-conditioned luxury coach before sharing experiences, fascinating facts and enchanting stories in the onboard full commentary throughout the morning. Today see Victoria Square (heart of Adelaide City), Gouger Street (restaurant cafe strip), King William Street's famous boulevard, The Terraces (4 terraces that separate the city from its greenbelts) and Adelaide's magnificent parks, gardens and greenbelts. See River Torrens with its delightful garden banks, Parliament House, State Library, Trinity Church (Adelaide's oldest church), and fashionable Hutt Street. See Beehive Corner at Rundle Mall, Adelaide Oval (one of Australia's most notable cricket grounds and houses the Bradman collection), the quaint suburbs of historic North Adelaide and St Peter's Cathedral. See the National Wine Centre of Australia and Adelaide’s Cultural Boulevard of North Terrace - drive by the University, Library, Art Gallery & Museum.

Following your tour of Adelaide, embark on a leisurely scenic cruise along the Torrens River on board the famous Adelaide icon, “The Popeye”. Take in the picturesque scenery and prolific birdlife as you cruise through the heart of this wonderful city past the Torrens Weir to the Adelaide Zoo. Be regaled with a fascinating commentary from your captain highlighting all major points of interest along your magical journey. Finish your cruise at Elder Park and spend some time taking in this beautiful oasis in the heart of Adelaide.

Enjoy some free-time this afternoon to explore Adelaide and some of its treasures.

Breakfast, Luxury Coach Tour with Hotel Pick Ups, Torrens River Cruise, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation.

DAY 3 Barossa Valley with Special Lunch

Head to the Adelaide Hills to explore one of Australia’s best and most famous wine-producing regions – the Barossa Valley. Regarded as one of the finest wine regions in the world, the Barossa is home to Australia's most expensive wine, Penfolds Grange. Enjoy your delicious Special Lunch at a renowned winery restaurant, including tastings, winemaking tour and wine education. Explore some of the quaint and charming villages in the Adelaide Hills, part of the Mount Lofty Ranges. See the heavy influence of the original German settlers, such as buildings with steeply sloping roofs, Lutheran stone churches and try the local versions of Germanic cuisine. Visit Hahndorf, the beautiful Lutheran settlement dating back to 1838, with its arts, crafts, cottage industry shops, pubs, traditional small goods and bakeries that evoke the tastes and smells of Bavaria.

Leaving Adelaide, we begin our enchanting journey northwards to the world-renowned Barossa wine region. Watch as the scenery transforms before your eyes as we meander our way through the bucolic vineyards of South Australia’s premium wine district. Discover the art of great winemaking on your 'Behind the Scenes' guided tour of Jacob’s Creek Wines, housed in a charming historic chateau. Enjoy a tutored wine tasting incorporating introductory wine education, view the original winery built in 1897 with traditional winemaking equipment, be taken on a tour of the surrounding vines and cellar door, and then enjoy morning tea as you overlook the postcard perfect vineyards.

Experience the panoramic views over the Barossa Valley from Mengler's Hill lookout, before enjoying a fascinating wine tasting followed by a delicious two-course lunch at Lambert Estate in Angaston. After lunch, we leave the Barossa behind, as our path leads us through the historic Adelaide Hills, a region brimming with country charm. Along the way, we encounter the Herbig Family Tree in Springton, whose hollowed trunk provided a ‘home’ for Friedrich and Caroline Herbig, along with their 16 children, until 1860. Next, we visit Beerenberg Farm Shop, where history and tradition thrive. Explore the shop, overflowing with Beerenberg's products and local treasures, each one carrying a piece of the region's heritage.

From here, the coach will deliver you to whimsical Hahndorf (Australia's oldest German settlement), where you will enjoy free time to stroll under the Elm trees along Hahndorf's main street, see quaint cottages, craft shops, galleries and tea rooms and perhaps visit one of the historic pubs where you can sample some German beers. Head back to Adelaide with a deep appreciation of the Australian wine industry and the beauty of the Adelaide Hills.

Breakfast, Luxury Day Tour with Hotel Pick-Up, Morning Tea, Winemaking Tour, Wine Education, Special Two Course Lunch, Wine Tastings, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation.

DAY 4 Murray Riverboat with Special Lunch

Cruise along the mighty Murray River in a purpose-built boutique riverboat and enjoy a Special Two Course Lunch onboard. Discover the magic of the Murray aboard this intimate vessel, evoking the style of the legendary Mississippi river cruisers and the original paddle steamers that shaped the successful development of this part of the Murray. Learn the rich history of one of the world's greatest river systems and the key town of Mannum. This historic Lower Murray town is the birthplace of Australia's paddle-steamers, hear the stories from the river-folk and learn how the river breathes life into this rugged region.

Travel by luxury coach through rolling hills and rural land now rich in green vineyards and golden citrus orchards thanks to the Murray, the arid pasture region of the Murraylands. Arrive at Mannum (birthplace of the River Murray paddle-steamers), cruise the broad waters of the Murray onboard your elegant heritage-style riverboat, whilst marvelling at the stark cliffs, river red gums and willows that grace the waters of the mighty Murray. Spot for galahs, cockatoos and pelicans. Delight in your Special Lunch, a delicious two course lunch served onboard as you cruise the majestic Murray. As you step off the boat and onto the riverbank, prepare to be swept away by the sheer beauty that surrounds you. Take a leisurely tour along the riverbank, pausing for stunning photo ops, including the Mannum Lookout, offering magnificent scenic views over Mannum and the Murray.

As we journey back to Adelaide, let the enchanting Adelaide Hills embrace your senses. Stop at Melba's Chocolate Factory, where you have the opportunity to indulge in a delightful afternoon tea. Alternatively, you can explore Woodside Cheese Wrights - a haven of artisanal creations.

Breakfast, Luxury Coach Tour with Hotel Pick-Up, Riverboat Cruise, Special Two Course Lunch, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation.

DAY 5 Victor Harbor & Southern Highlights

The Fleurieu Peninsula is a holiday playground of wineries, seaside towns and lakes whose population trebles during holiday periods. The splendid seaside resort township of Victor Harbor is where the mouth of the massive Murray River finally meets the ocean. The old paddle-steamer port of Goolwa is on Lake Alexandrina, near the Murray Mouth and is joined by a bridge to Hindmarsh Island.

Tour through the Mt Lofty Ranges with its many quaint villages and panoramic views. Stop at historic Strathalbyn on the Angas River – a delightful town adorned with antique stores, markets, bakeries, and cafes – the perfect place to find some indulgent morning tea. Pass through the Currency Creek wine region on route to the river Port of Goolwa (where the Murray River meets the lakes and sea) to enjoy a brief tour around the wharf, barrage and beach areas, before travelling on to Port Elliot, Horseshoe Bay and Victor Harbor. Enjoy some free time in Victor Harbour to explore this seaside gem. Perhaps grab some lunch, explore the town, ride a horse drawn tram across the causeway to Granite Island or take a Seal Island Cruise.

Next, surrender to the enchantment of spellbinding Encounter Bay and Rosetta Head. Keep your eyes peeled for The Bluff, a majestic sentinel that watches over the charming township of Victor Harbor. Our path then leads us through the renowned wine country of McLaren Vale where vineyards stretch as far as the eye can see. Before we return to Adelaide, we'll be graced by some of the most picturesque southern metropolitan beaches - Port Noarlunga and Moana, each a haven of natural beauty and tranquillity, where the waves kiss the shore and the sun paints the sky in hues of gold and crimson.

Breakfast, Luxury Coach Tour with Hotel Pick Ups, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation.

DAY 6 – 8 Great Southern Adelaide to Brisbane

You will be personally met at your hotel by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred to the Great Southern railway station to begin your journey to Brisbane.

Embark on the new Great Southern as you travel from Adelaide the 'City of Churches' to the vibrant city of Brisbane, marvel at the beauty passing by your cabin window, the rugged wilderness of the Grampians and rural Victorian countryside, the modern Capital of Australia and political hub Canberra, the stunning seaside vistas of the Northern NSW Coast and onto the youthful and vibrant cosmopolitan city of Brisbane.

See below for full details on your Great Southern journey.

Feel the youthful vibrancy of this modern forward-looking city as you arrive into Brisbane. You will be personally met at the train station by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred to the airport for your flight home.

Meet and Greet Personalised Arrival Transfer, 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners, Gold Service Cabin on the Great Southern, Off Train Experience The Grampians, Luxury Canberra Coach Tour, Brunch in Northern NSW Coast, Meet and Greet Personalised Rail Transfer.

Travel Before 30 June

Due to limited operation of some local services up to 30 June 2020, a visit to Victor Harbour and the Torrens River cruise is not included for travel up to the end of June. These are scheduled to be included from July onwards travel.

Inclusions onboard the Great Southern

Relax in your private Gold Class Cabin and watch the passing landscapes of Australia pass by through your large window. Enjoy all meals onboard the Great Southern in the stylish Queen Adelaide Restaurant Car (flexible times, hearty breakfasts, two course lunches, three course dinners). Your package includes FREE soft drinks, beers, high-quality standard wines, base spirits, tea and coffee throughout your journey on board. You will also receive a FREE toiletries kit. You have your own en suite, Cabin Steward service, in-cabin music and detailed journey commentary (available from your cabin sound system) and you will love the cosy but exclusive atmosphere of the Outback Explorer Lounge. Your package includes Gold Class but can be upgraded to Platinum Class.

Upgrade to Platinum Class: Experience the luxury of larger cabin space (twice the size of a Gold Class Twin Cabin) along with private Platinum Transfers, in-cabin breakfasts and access to the exclusive new Platinum Lounge and Restaurant. See Upgrade Options below for details.

Flights Included

This package includes all flights as detailed below in the price section (including all fees, levies and taxes). However, we can tailor this package to include our special discounted 'package only' airfares from anywhere. Simply let us know.

Rail and Airport Transfers Included

You will be personally met by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the Adelaide airport to your hotel, from your hotel to the railway station and from the railway station on arrival in Brisbane to the airport to meet your flight home.

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Explore Australia's south-east in laidback luxury with Australia’s newest rail journey.

With its rugged coastline, sun-kissed beaches, forested peaks, and exhilarating capital cities, the stunning journey between Brisbane and Adelaide feels like nowhere else in Australia.

Relax with everything taken care of on board including fine dining, premium wines and world-class hospitality, as you’re transported from buzzing cities to diverse landscapes and natural marvels.

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