Experience the new Great Southern train journey between Brisbane and Adelaide with 4 nights accommodation in Adelaide including a city tour, a Hahndorf, Mt Lofty Ranges & Adelaide Hills Tour, river cruise and flights. Discover this unforgettable luxury railway adventure with your amazing off-train adventures included in this 7 day package from Adelaide to Brisbane (or Brisbane to Adelaide). Enjoy 4 nights in Adelaide with amazing tours and 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 a day aboard the train with guided touring in Northern NSW Coast, Hunter Valley and Regional Victoria and Twelve Apostles. Themes include: South Australia, Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, 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
4 Nights Adelaide Hotel (superior 4 star)
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)
Upgrade option to 3 night Brisbane to Adelaide direction (experience Northern NSW Coast, Hunter Valley and Regional Victoria & Twelve Apostles) with 1 Night Brisbane Hotel (superior 4 star) [except departing Brisbane]
Adelaide Coach Tour
Hahndorf, Mt Lofty Ranges & Adelaide Hills Tour
Torrens River Cruise
Meet and Greet Personalised Return Transfers (Train Stations, Hotel and Airports)

Highlights

Great Southern Adelaide The Grampians (Adelaide to Brisbane) Canberra (Adelaide to Brisbane) Northern NSW Coast Hunter Valley (Brisbane to Adelaide) Regional Victoria & The Twelve Apostles (Brisbane to Adelaide) Brisbane Wildflowers (in season) Grampians National Park Historic Churches Rundle Mall Beehive Corner Adelaide Oval Victoria Square King William Street Boulevard The Terraces Gardens and Greenbelts River Torrens Colonel Light's Lookout Montefiore Hill Gouger Street Parliament House North Adelaide

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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. The Great Southern is different in each direction.

You have the option to take the Great Southern in either direction:

Adelaide to Brisbane (2 nights, 3 days) - Monday departures

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).

Brisbane to Adelaide (3 nights, 4 days) - Sunday departures

The extended Brisbane-Adelaide journey gives you an extra night aboard the train and features a beachside dining experience on the Northern NSW Coast, as well as time spent in the stunning Hunter Valley wine region, regional Victoria and the incredible Twelve Apostles.

Brisbane & Northern NSW Coast

Watch the sun dip into the horizon as you dine to the sounds of the waves lapping on the shore. The Northern NSW Coast stretches across 90km of incredible sandy beaches and some of the best surfing breaks in the world.

Hunter Valley & Surrounds

Pass the Semillon and Shiraz! Take the time to meander through the picturesque Hunter Valley vineyards, home to world-renowned brands and family-run boutique cellar doors alike.

Regional Victoria & Twelve Apostles

Embrace the pastoral perfection of regional Victoria and its paddock-to-plate dining ethos. Ascend the dramatic cliff faces along which the famous Great Ocean Road passes and marvel at the Twelve Apostles – a majestic collection of crumbling pillars rising from the Southern Ocean.

Note: includes an extra night on the train, plus enjoy an extra night in Brisbane (except ex Brisbane passengers). Ex Brisbane passengers join on day 2 at the Brisbane train station (without the hotel or transfers in Brisbane) but with the inclusions on all other days.

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 City Tour

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 coach before sharing experiences, fascinating facts and enchanting stories in the on-board 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 North Adelaide; O'Connell Street (restaurants and trendy shops), St Peter's Cathedral, Colonel Light's Lookout on Montefiore Hill (spectacular views over Adelaide).

Enjoy free time this afternoon to explore the sights of Adelaide at your own leisure.

Coach Tour with Hotel Pick Ups, Overnight Accommodation.

DAY 3 Explore Adelaide

The beautiful city of Adelaide offers a seductive mix of sensational food and wine with fantastic cultural, art and shopping opportunities, the city is the gateway to some of Australia's premier wine regions and the vibrant city centre is abuzz with lively cafes, bars and restaurants, historic buildings, wide streets and manicured parklands add to the city's wonderful aesthetic appearance.

Spend the day exploring Adelaide at your own leisure.

Overnight Adelaide Accommodation.

DAY 4 Hahndorf, Mt Lofty Ranges & Adelaide Hills Tour

See Adelaide from the best seat in the house, by cruising along The Torrens River in the heart of the city in a heritage icon. The Torrens River is the most significant river and was one of the reasons for the siting of the city of Adelaide. Board the famous ‘Popeye’ for a truly memorable scenic cruise on the Torrens River. Take in the picturesque scenery and prolific birdlife as you cruise through the heart of this wonderful city.

Then your friendly driver will pick you up in the comfortable air-conditioned luxury coach before sharing experiences throughout Hahndorf, Mt Lofty Ranges & Adelaide Hills Tour. Today go to Trendy Hutt Street where Adelaide loves to eat, drink and relax, climb Mt Lofty Ranges for spectacular views over Adelaide from Glenelg to the Gulf of St Vincent, see villages of Crafers, Stirling and Aldgate set amongst the lush greenness of the Adelaide Hills, stop at famous Beerenberg Strawberry Farm, a household name throughout Australia and beyond, visit Australia's oldest German settlement – Hahndorf, stroll under the Elm trees along Hahndorf's main street and discover Quaint cottages, historic inns, artisan food producers, craft shops and tea rooms.

Torrens River Cruise, Luxury Coach Tour, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation .

DAY 5 – 7 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 in Brisbane by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred to the airport for your flight home.

Meet and Greet Personalised Arrival Transfer, 2 Breakfast, 2 Lunch, 2 Dinner, Gold Service Cabin on the Great Southern, Off Train Experience The Grampians, Off Train Experience Canberra, Brunch in Northern NSW Coast, Meet and Greet Personalised Rail Transfer.

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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*Holiday costs per person, for 2 people sharing, travelling on indicated dates. Subject to limited availability at these prices, after which higher prices normally apply, book now. Prices are subject to change without notice. Select “Single” for solo traveller prices. Booking requests are made subject to availability. Ex Brisbane package finishes at the Brisbane station (without the transfers or flights in Brisbane). Sun departures operate reversed itinerary, with Brisbane to Adelaide train direction, with 1 extra night onboard; with 1 night in Brisbane (except ex Brisbane package which starts at the Brisbane station). Itinerary and vehicle types subject to change without notice. Some governments and service operators have Covid vaccination requirements. Your included flights advised via email with 24 hours to select alternative flights, routing or airline (alternatives may be at a higher price). Included flights may not be the most direct routing. Arrive earlier/stay longer for specified airports only. Stop-overs are not possible. Subject to Booking Conditions, see Important Information before booking. © DISCOVER AUSTRALIA Booking Code: mp394