Indian Pacific Rail Journey – Luxury Train Only

Duration: 4/5 Days

Price: from AU$2,590

Departure From: Sydney or Perth

Departure Date: January to December

Tour Type: Fully Hosted

Meal Plan: All Inclusive

Physical Grading: 2 -

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A journey aboard the iconic Indian Pacific train will whisk you between Perth, Adelaide and Sydney in comfort and style. This is an epic transcontinental crossing between the Indian and Pacific oceans, so step onboard for an all-inclusive rail holiday you’ll never forget.

With its bold wedge-tailed eagle emblem symbolising the scope, range and significance of each epic journey, the Indian Pacific traverses mountain ranges, passes through arid deserts and goldfields, rocky valleys and subtropical savannahs on its transcontinental crossings.

Named for the two oceans the train encounters on its journey, the Indian Pacific travels between Perth, Adelaide and Sydney on a spectacular 4352km crossing.

There’s no better way to experience the spectacular interior landscape of Australia than by the romance of rail. The Indian Pacific truly is a fabled journey. Follow the path of bush pioneers, gold rush prospectors, and legendary adventurers as you make an epic transcontinental crossing aboard the Indian Pacific.

Please note: The Indian Pacific books well in advance, often 12 months before departure. Contact LOCO now to avoid disappointment.

Traversing the Blue Mountains

Indian Pacific – “Coast to Coast”, Sydney to Perth

By embarking on this transcontinental journey, you’ll be following in the footsteps of those who have dared to venture beyond the city limits – the legendary adventurers, goldrush prospectors and bush pioneers who forged their lives in Australia’s spectacular yet unforgiving interior.

The Indian Pacific has been making its epic transcontinental crossing between the two oceans that lend it its name for more than half a century. Departing Sydney you’ll journey west, passing through the Blue Mountains, and stopping in Broken Hill and Adelaide along the way. Cross the incredible Nullarbor Plain and pause at Rawlinna, a little outpost in the outback where you’ll dine under a blanket of stars (seasonal). There’s no better way to experience the spectacular interior landscape of Australia.

Sydney to Perth Highlights and Inclusions

  • Departs Wednesday, January to December
  • 4 days / 3 nights aboard the Indian Pacific, travelling from Sydney to Perth
  • All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages
  • A regionally-inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines
  • Off Train Experiences in Broken Hill, Adelaide and surrounds, Cook, Rawlinna and Perth

Included Off-Train Experiences, Syndey to Perth

Enjoy these unique off-train extra experiences which are included in your Sydney to Perth Indian Pacific journey.

Broken Hill – Take in a visit to Miners Memorial and Trade Hall dedicated to the over 800 miners who lost their lives labouring here. From October to March, guests can also take a self-guided walk around the captivating Broken Hill Living Desert Sculpture site.

Adelaide – Enjoy a scenic coach ride to one of the world’s premier wine regions, the Barossa Valley. Visit an iconic winery for tastings to savour and enjoy a sumptuous dinner.

Barossa Wine Tasting Tour
Take a moment to immerse yourself amongst the vineyards of the Barossa Valley

The Nullarbor – Hidden in the vast interior of South Australia lies a ghost town that once bustled with life. Alight and wander the Cook township, a time-worn town for a slightly eerie, unique glimpse of pioneering Australia. At Rawlinna, during the winter months, guests will be invited to disembark to partake in drinks, canapes served around a bonfire under the wide Nullarbor skies.

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Indian Pacific – “The Mighty Nullarbor”, Perth to Sydney

This incredible journey travels from city to outback to city, highlighting the diverse landscapes of this beautiful country, from urban skyscapes to arid plains.

Perth to Sydney Indian Pacific Train Journey 2025

From east to west and back again, the Indian Pacific has been crossing the Nullarbor and traversing the world’s longest stretch of straight railway track for over 50 years. Departing Perth, the first day of your journey is spent embracing life on train, and as the Indian Pacific travels overnight you’ll wake up in the outback with stops in Kalgoorlie and Cook as you travel across the Nullarbor Plain. Pass through South Australia, stopping in the Barossa Valley for an incredible dining experience, as well as Broken Hill and the Blue Mountains on your journey towards Sydney.

Perth to Sydney Highlights and Inclusions

  • 5 days / 4 nights aboard the Indian Pacific from Perth to Sydney
  • All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages
  • Off Train Experiences in Kalgoorlie, Cook, Barossa Valley, Broken Hill and the Blue Mountains
  • Enjoy a nightcap by a bonfire under the vast Nullarbor sky in the remote town of Cook
  • Visit Seppeltsfield Estate for a signature dining experience in the Barossa Valley
  • Visit Australia’s first heritage listed-city, Broken Hill
  • Explore the spectacular Blue Mountains

Included Off-Train Experiences, Perth to Sydney

Kalgoorlie – Greet sunrise in Kalgoorlie before stepping off the Indian Pacific for an immersive Super Pit experience. Visit Hannans North Tourist Mine, then tour one of Australia’s largest gold mines by mine-spec bus. Learn the Golden Mile’s story, see colossal haul trucks, and rejoin the train for brunch as your rail journey continues east.

Cook Township – Step off the Indian Pacific at remote Cook, a once-bustling railway town hidden in South Australia’s interior. Founded in 1917, its lonely buildings whisper history. Enjoy a nightcap and late-night bonfire beneath the vast Nullarbor sky, counting shooting stars and feeling Australia’s pioneering spirit on this unforgettable off-train experience stop.

Broken Hill – You’ll wake up in Broken Hill, New South Wales. Enjoy a hearty breakfast, ready for the day’s activities in the Silver City. You’ll have a choice of four Off Train Experiences, including guided history, art and cultural experiences that showcase the highlights of Australia’s first heritage-listed city.

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Broken Hill Main Street

Barossa Valley – Disembark at Long Plains and journey to the Barossa Valley for an evening at Seppeltsfield Estate. Enjoy a signature cellar dining experience, the ceremonial Firing of the Barrel, and expertly curated food and wine pairings. Platinum guests savour a rare 100-year-old Tawny before rejoining the Indian Pacific overnight, journey onward.

Blue Mountains – Disembark into the World Heritage–listed Blue Mountains for an unforgettable exploration. Experience Scenic World’s Skyway, Cableway and the world’s steepest Railway, soaring above ancient valleys. Enjoy lunch with views at Echo Point before a private charter train delivers you to Sydney, concluding your epic Indian Pacific journey.

Your Indian Pacific journeys through the heart of the stunning Blue Mountains

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Indian Pacific – Your Onboard Experience

Everything is Included.

There’s nothing like putting down your suitcase and allowing your journey to simply unfold. Once you step aboard our trains, you can relax, knowing everything has been considered and included in your fare. From world-class food and wine to a range of immersive Off Train Experiences, the hardest decision you’ll need to make is what to have for lunch and which experience to join.

In addition to the comfort of your beautifully appointed cabin onboard, you’ll find yourself indulging in sumptuous cuisine, fine wines, and camaraderie in our dining carriages.

Taking our cue from the diverse environments our trains travel through, our expert culinary team works closely with local suppliers, farmers and providores to source the best ingredients, creating an innovative, regionally-inspired menu accompanied by all-inclusive fine wines and beverages.

The Platinum Club

Indian Pacific – Platinum Service

Stylishly appointed and spacious cabins are complemented by discreet, personalised service and access to the exclusive Platinum Club carriage for meals, relaxation and socialising. As you’d expect, the food and wine is of the highest standard. Enjoy hearty breakfasts, two-course lunches and four-course dinners, all regionally inspired and paired with champagne and premium wines.

And it all begins before you’ve even stepped aboard. Platinum guests receive private transfers before and after your journey, beginning the adventure in style.

Platinum cabins offer premium extras, like a full-size en suite, expansive window views from the train, and exclusive use of the Platinum Club carriage. Add to that the luxurious linen, French Champagne, Bracegirdle’s chocolates, a nightcap at turndown and more, and you’re in for an exceptional experience.

Platinum Double Cabin

Platinum Service inclusions:

  • All-inclusive dining, beverages, and Off Train Experiences
  • Spacious Double or Twin cabin almost twice the size of a Gold Service Twin cabin
  • By day, cabins are set up lounge-style with a moveable table and two ottomans
  • By night, lounges are converted to double or twin beds
  • En suite equipped with separate shower, vanity with cupboard space, toilet and Australian bathroom amenities
  • Power outlets and in-cabin safe
  • In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary
  • Panoramic windows offering views from both sides of the train
  • Access to the exclusive Platinum Club for dining and socialising
  • Freshly prepared continental breakfasts served upon request in-cabin
  • Refreshments served in-cabin
  • Transfers at the start and end of your journey available for guests within 60 km of the terminal
  • 90 kg checked luggage allowance per guest (3 x 30 kg each).
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The Indian Pacific – Gold Premium Service

Gold Premium is a new style of travel, with contemporary cabins that take inspiration from the colours and contours of the Australian outback. Think walnut timber and polished brass details, along with Indigenous prints on the upholstery. The cabins are designed to cocoon guests in comfort and come with exclusive access to the Gold Premium Lounge and Gold Dining carriages. Whether you want to share the highlights of your day with fellow guests over an aperitif in the Lounge or relax in your cabin as you admire the colours and contours of the passing landscape, you’ll enjoy special moments throughout the journey and a range of enhanced benefits, such as all-inclusive dining, premium beverages and fascinating Off Train Experiences.

Gold Premium Inclusions:

  • Newly designed, contemporary cabins
  • Premium amenities, luxuriously soft linen and silk eye masks
  • Exclusive access to the Gold Premium Lounge and Gold Premium Dining carriage
  • Two-course, regionally inspired lunches and four-course dinners
  • All-inclusive premium Australian wines, beers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages
  • All-inclusive Off Train Experiences and preferences on tour selections
  • 75kg checked luggage allowance per guest (3 x 25 kg each)
  • Priority luggage check-in
  • Power outlets in cabin
  • In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary
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Gold Premium Twin Cabin

Indian Pacific – Gold Service

Choose between Gold Twin or Single cabins, both of which provide the perfect place to relax and recharge after a day’s journey. Spend hours deep in conversation with new friends in the shared Outback Explorer Lounge, sipping on barista made coffee, or a glass of white wine. Later make your way to the Queen Adelaide Restaurant to dine.

Gold includes hearty breakfasts, two-course lunches and three-course dinners. You may also choose to complement your meal with our selection of premium wines and beverages, all included in your fare.

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Gold Twin Cabin
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Gold Single Cabin

Gold Service Inclusions:

  • For Gold Twin, the most popular option, offers a comfortable sleeper cabin featuring private en suite and upper and lower berths that convert to a three-seater lounge by day
  • Gold Superior cabins feature a ¾ size double bed plus an additional fold down upper berth, lounge area, TV and DVD player, mini-bar and en suite.
  • For Gold Single, a compact sleeper cabin featuring a bed that converts to a seat by day and shared shower/toilet facilities located at the end of the carriage
  • Gold Access Cabins are exclusively reserved for the mobility impaired. This cabin is subject to availability and assessment of the guest’s Fitness to Travel.
  • Power outlets in cabin
  • In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary available
  • All-inclusive dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant
  • All-inclusive Australian wines, beers, base spirits and non-alcoholic beverages
  • All-inclusive Off Train Excursions and Short Stops
  • Luggage allowance is 60kg per guest
  • Complimentary Shuttle bus transfers available in Darwin to selected hotels in the city centre
Gold Service Twin Cabin The Ghan Plan
Gold Service Single Cabin The Ghan Plan

The Indian Pacific Prices & Departure Dates

2026 Indian Pacific, Coast to Coast Departures from Sydney – from AU$2,590

Sydney to Perth, 4 days, 3 nights, 9 meals. Departing Wednesday, January to December.

CABINFARE TYPEJun – JulJan – Feb, Apr – May, Aug & DecMar & Sep – Nov
Australis SuiteEveryday$14,990$16,090$17,690
Aurora SuiteEveryday$9,990$10,690$11,790
PLATINUMEveryday$5,990$7,190$7,890
PLATINUMFlexible$6,890$8,190$8,990
Gold Premium TwinAdvance Purchase$3,390$3,990$4,490
Gold Premium TwinEveryday$3,990$4,590$5,190
Gold Premium TwinFlexible$4,490$5,190$5,890
Gold TwinAdvance Purchase$2,790$3,190$3,690
Gold TwinEVERYDAY$3,390$3,790$4,290
Gold TwinFlexible$3,790$4,190$4,790
Gold SingleAdvance Purchase$2,590$2,890$3,290
Gold SingleEveryday$2,990$3,390$3,890
Gold SingleFlexible$3,390$3,790$4,390

*Advance Purchase fares are subject to availability. Prices are subject to change. Further conditions apply.

2027 Indian Pacific, Coast to Coast, Departures from Sydney – from AU$2,990

Sydney to Perth, 4 days, 3 nights, 9 meals. Departing Wednesday, January to December.

CABINFARE TYPEJun – JulJan – Feb, Apr – May, Aug & DecMar & Sep – Nov
Australis SuiteEveryday$16,090$16,790$19,090
Aurora SuiteEveryday$10,690$11,190$12,690
PlatinumEveryday$6,390$7,490$8,490
Gold Premium TwinAdvance Purchase$3,690$4,190$4,890
Gold Premium TwinEveryday$4,290$4,790$5,590
Gold TwinAdvance Purchase$2,990$3,290$3,990
Gold TwinEveryday$3,590$3,890$4,590
Gold SingleAdvance Purchase$2,790$2,990$3,590
Gold SingleEveryday$3,190$3,490$4,190

*Terms and conditions apply, fares are subject to availability. Fares are subject to change.

2026 Indian Pacific, The Mighty Nullarbor, Departures from Perth – from AU$3,390

Perth to Sydney, 5 days, 4 nights, 11 meals. Departing Saturdays.

CABINFARE TYPEJun – JulJan – May, Aug & DecSep – Nov
PlatinumEveryday$6,090$7,390$8,190
PlatinumFlexible$7,090$8,590$9,390
Gold Premium TwinAdvance Purchase$3,890$4,390$5,090
Gold Premium TwinEveryday$4,390$4,990$5,790
Gold Premium TwinFlexible$4,990$5,690$6,590
Gold TwinAdvance Purchase$3,190$3,690$4,290
Gold TwinEveryday$3,690$4,190$4,890
Gold TwinFlexible$4,190$4,690$5,490
Gold SingleAdvance Purchase$2,890$3,290$3,790
Gold SingleEveryday$3,290$3,790$4,390
Gold SingleFlexible$3,690$4,290$4,890
*Advance Purchase fares are subject to availability. Prices are subject to change. Further conditions apply.

2027 Indian Pacific, The Mighty Nullarbor, Departures from Perth- from AU$3,590

Perth to Sydney, 5 days, 4 nights, 11 meals. Departing Saturdays.

CABINFARE TYPEJun – JulJan – Feb, Apr – May, Aug & DecMar & Sep – Nov
Australis SuiteEveryday$19,490$20,090$22,990
Aurora SuiteEveryday$12,990$13,290$15,290
PlatinumEveryday$7,590$8,890$10,290
Gold Premium TwinAdvance Purchase$4,490$4,890$5,890
Gold Premium TwinEveryday$5,190$5,690$6,890
Gold TwinAdvance Purchase$3,590$4,090$5,090
Gold TwinEveryday$4,290$4,890$5,790
Gold SingleAdvance Purchase$3,290$3,690$4,490
Gold SingleEveryday$3,890$4,290$5,190

*Terms and conditions apply, fares are subject to availability. Fares are subject to change.

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Should you wish to add pre or post night accommodation, activities or international flights to your Indian Pacific rail experience, please be sure to let us know at the time of booking.

Tour Inclusions

  • 3 nights onboard accommodation Sydney to Perth
  • 4 nights onboard accommodation from Perth to Sydney
  • Meals as indicated within the itinerary
  • All sightseeing, cruises, rail travel and entrance fees as specified in the itinerary
  • The services of an experienced train staff

Pricing Notes

  • Advertised price based on per person, Single Gold Cabin
  • Price based on Advance Purchase departures and subject to availability
  • Full payment is required at the time of booking
  • Price is subject to change unless paid in full
  • Full terms and conditions will be advised at the time of booking.
  • The Indian Pacific is a no smoking environment
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Tour Itinerary

Indian Pacific, Sydney to Perth 'Coast to Coast'; Day 1 | Sydney (D)
Your trasncontinental adventure begins in Sydney where you board the Indian Pacific. Prepare for a joureny of contrasts, from luch vineyards to vast glodmines, majestic mountains to the barren expanse of the Nullarbor, from cities of fourmilliion to ghost towns of four. As the train winds through the breathtaking Blue Mountains, explore the comforts of life onbaord, get acquainted with your cabin and fellow travellers. After settling in, savour your first meal - a regionally-inspired dinner paired with all-inclusive fine wines and beverages. After dinner, join fellow guests for a late night drink or head back to your cabin for your first night onboard.
You arrive in the 'Silver City'of Broken Hill as the day begins, where you embark on a morning of experience to discover the mining history and artistic culture of this unique town where the streets are wide and there's a pub on every corner. Lunch is served onboard as the Indian PAcific enters the southern tip of the spectacular and ancient Flinders Range. Arriving in the city of Adelaide in the afternoon, you have the choice of a tour of the city, a visit to the world famous Barossa Valley or McLaren Vale wine regions (seasonal). or a trip to the beautiful Adelaide Hills Featuring the culinary delights of Hahndorf Winery.
You'll awake to the seemingly endless expanse of the Nullarbor Plain. Breakfast is served as you travel along the longest stretch of straigh railway track in the world. This evening, your sense of wonder will be ignited as you enjoy the tranquility of dinner under the brilliant desert stars in the remote and beautiful Rawlinna (seasonal).
Breakfast is served as you glide through the mild skies and cool green vales of the Avon Valley on your way to Perth, arriving after an onbaord lunch.
Your transcontinental adventure begins in Perth, where you'll gather with fellow travellers for a warm welcome and a celebratory start to your journey. As the Indian Pacific readies to depart, anticipation builds for the days ahead - crossing from ocean to ocean and along the world's longest stretch of straight railway track. Spend a relaxed afternoon getting to know your fellow travellers after you board the Indian Pacific and pull away from Perth, leaving the Indian Ocean behind and cruising toward the Pacific. Tonight a delectable dinner is served on board, featuring contemporary Australian cuisine with seasonal and regional flavours.
Awake to see the sunrise unfold across Australia's largest outback town, Kalgoorlie. This morning, we'll delve into this mining town's fascinating past and present, with a visit to the region's gold-rush era, nopw modern-day, Super Pit mine. Decide how you want to explore Kalgoorlie on your choice of Off Train Experience, including morning refreshments. Reboarding the train mid-morning for brunch, spedn the afternoon at leisure on board. Relax with fine hospitality as the endless sweep of the Nullarbor passes by. Crossing borders and time-zones, you'll arrive late evening in the near ghost town of Cook, South Australia. Once bustling, today only a handful of residents remain, yet its stories endure. Step into this outback outppost to explore the ghost-like town, and as evening falls look skyward. Here, under a conpy of stars unspoiled by light, you'll join a guided stargazing experience to spot the Southern Cross and other constellations that shine bright with dazzling clarity. Later, return to the train for a regionally inspire dinner and the gentle rythm of the rails as you continue eastward.
Spend the morning travelling through the pastoral heart of South Australia, with sweeping views of the Flinders Ranges, Spencer Gulf and the Adelaide Plains unfolding beyond your window. A leisurely breakfast and lunch are served on board, inviting you to savour the relaxed rythm of train travel. in the afternoon, disembark at Long Plains and transfer by comfortable coach to the world-renowned Barossa Valley. HEre, at the historic Seppeltsfield Estate, an evening of fine wine and dining awaits. Enjoy a signature culinary experience in the vontage cellar, created exclusively for Indian Pacific guests, complete with a spectacular 'Firing of the Barrel' and a food-and-wine pairing designed by Executive Chef Owen Andrews. After dinner, return to the train station where the Indian Pacific rolls eastward into the night.
Overnight the Indian PAcific crosses another border, arriving in Broken Hill, NEw South Wales - the famed Silver City. After a hearty breakfast, set out to explore this legendary outback town. Choose your own adventure: visit the Miner's Memorial and Suphide Street Railway and Historical Museum for a fascinating look at the regions minining heritage, or venture underground on a Daydream Mine tour for an authentic glimpse into the life of early miners. Art lovers can head to the Pro Hart Gallery for a 'paint and sip' session in the artisit's original studio, while foodies will enjoy a native ingredients mastercalss with Chef Lee Cecchin, followed by a cook-off at The Old Salt Bush restaurant. Or, see Broken Hill's vibrant personality shine with a lively main-street tour hosted by Shelita Buffet, Queen of the Outback. Returning to the triain for lunch and we continue east while admiring the changing landscapes of regions New South Wales.. Tonight, savour your final dinner on board, raising a glass to an unforgettable journey exploring Australia by train.
YOur final day begins in the majestic Blue Mountains where soaring sandstone cliffs and eucalpyt valleys create a World Heritage listed landscape unlike any other. After breakfast, farewell the Indian PAcific and step into this extraordinary bushland for your Off Train Experience. At Scenic World, choose from four iconic adventures; glide above ravines on the Scnic Skyway, descend into the forest aboard the Scenic Cableway, or die the world's steepest passenger railway. Alternatively, stretch your legs on a guided walk to soak up the views, or savour a decadent high tea at the historic Hydro Majestic Hotel, famed for sweeping mountain panoramas. To compelte your joureny, board our chartered New South Wales service, fully hosted by your Indian Pacific crew and travel direct into Sydney Central STation. For those preferring an earlier arrival, the option to remain on the Indian Pacific and reach Sydney before lunch is also available. (B,L)
Crossing another border during the night, you'll wake up in Broken Hill, New South Wales. Enjoy a hearty breakfast, ready for the day's activities in the Silver City. You'll have a choice of four off-train experiences, including guises history, art and cultural experiences that showcase the highlights of Australian's first heritage-listed city. Returning to the train for lunch, admire the scenery as the Indian Pacific travels through regional New South Wales. Tonight, dinner is served on board as you amke the most of your final night exploring Australian by train.
The Blue Mountains is known for its soaring sandstone ridges wrapped in native flora. This World Heritage-listed area marks your final stop before arriving in Sydney. Say goodbye to the Indian Pacific after breakfast, to travel deep into the mountains for this afternoon's off train experience. Scenic World includes four phenomenal mountain experiences, from the Scenic Skyway, which takes you over ancient ravines, with 360-degree vistas to the Scenic Cableway that glides over the forest to the valley floor and the Scanic Railway, the steepest passenger railway in the world. Alternatively, stretch your legs on a guided walk with spectacular views from numerous lookouts along the trail. Both experiences end at Echo Point Lookout, perched on the edge of the escarpement in Katoomba, where a light lunch is served. Complete your journey on our chartered NEw South Wales rail service (fully hosted by our crew) into Sydeny Central Station. Alternatively, if you prefer to arrive in Sydney earlier, stay on board the Indian Pacific to travel directly to Sydeny Central Station.

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