Margaret River and Rottnest Discovery

Departing Sydney’s Central Station mid-afternoon, leave
city skylines and the fast-paced urban lifestyle behind. Get
acquainted with your cabin and fellow travellers as the
Indian Pacific heads west winding through the Blue
Mountains. Relax in your cabin or socialise in the lounge,
enjoying an afternoon tipple on request. Tonight, you will
enjoy your first meal on board – a regionally inspired
dinner paired with fine wine and beverages. After dinner,
consider a nightcap in the lounge before you retire to your
cabin. (D)
OVERNIGHT: 3 nights Indian Pacific

Prior to breakfast, prepare for your first Off Train
Experience in Broken Hill, the Silver City. Explore mining
heritage through visiting the Broken Hill Trades Hall and
the striking Miners Memorial that stands over the town or
for a different take on Broken Hill, go on a tour of the main
drag with fabulous local Drag Queen sensation, Shelita
Buffet.
Art aficionados may opt to visit the captivating Living
Desert Sculpture site or take in the exhibitions at the oldest
regional art gallery in New South Wales. Alternatively,
ignite a sense of nostalgia at Bells Milk Bar, an icon of
Broken Hill, sipping on malted milk while a performance by
Cindy and Johnny takes you back to the 50’s.
Breakfast is served back on board as the Indian Pacific
departs the Silver City. Travel south west through Ngadjuri
country for lunch onboard as the Indian Pacific enters the
southern tips of the ancient Flinders Ranges.
Arriving in Adelaide in the late afternoon, you’ll have the
opportunity to explore Adelaide and its surroundings.
Choose to enjoy a taste of McLaren Vale with a guided
wine tasting and indulgent meal at the iconic Star of
Greece restaurant overlooking Gulf St Vincent. Opt for a
cheese or gin tasting in the charming Adelaide Hills village
of Hahndorf before feasting at Haus, a German restaurant
showcasing the best in local produce. Immerse yourself in
the heart of the city with Icons of Adelaide, featuring a
behind-the-scenes tour and tasting at Coopers Brewery, a
scenic city drive, and a teppanyaki dinner at Shiki followed
by a twilight stroll to Adelaide Oval. Alternatively, visit the
Adelaide Central Market for a tour and exclusive sit-down
dinner

After dinner, return to the train to continue your journey
west. (B,L,D)

Today is all about those amazing outback views as you
cross this famous stretch of the Australian interior, the
ancient Nullarbor Plain, on the longest stretch of straight
railway track in the world. En route, the Indian Pacific calls
in to Cook, once-bustling, now almost-ghost town that was
originally built as a support town for the railway.
Travelling further west, the next stop is at Rawlinna on the
fringe of Australia’s largest sheep station for a signature
dinner under a thousand stars (seasonal). (B,L,D)

Admire the delightful undulations of the Avon Valley and
enjoy a final breakfast on board as the final stage of your
transcontinental crossing unfolds, heading into Perth.
Transfer to your accommodation, where your 6 day
Margaret River and Rottnest Island Explorer tour begins.
This afternoon, enjoy an introduction to the city of Perth
as we take an informative tour of the city, including Kings
Park, with the opportunity to take a walk through the
Botanical Gardens. This evening, share a special welcome
dinner at Reel Restaurant overlooking the Swan River.
(B,D)

OVERNIGHT: 1 night DoubleTree by Hilton Perth
Waterfront

This morning, we leave the city and head south to the
picturesque Margaret River Region. Renowned for its world
class wines and unspoilt coastline, stunning inland rivers,
tall timber forests and ancient underground caves, making
it one of the most unique destinations on earth. With a
short stop enroute, we head to Leeuwin Estate winery for
lunch, where we experience a combination of fine wines,
food, art and music. Later we head to the tall timber Karri
forests of Boranyup and marvel at the sight of these
enormous trees, some over 60 metres in height. After a
feast of the senses with the forest floor tumbling with
wildflowers and ferns, together with the sounds of native
birds and the fresh smell of eucalypt, we head to our hotel.
Dine tonight at the Margaret River Brewhouse. (B,L,D)
OVERNIGHT: 2 nights Margarets in Town

We spend some free time this morning enjoying the
Margaret River township before heading to Gabriel
Chocolate, Western Australia’s first bean to bar chocolate
maker. Taste the latest range of chocolate bars being
made, hear the techniques used to create this delicious
chocolate and take a sample with you. Next, we head to
Mammoth Cave for a self-guided tour that offers a
unique window into the past, over 10,000 fossils once
accumulated inside the cave. When exploring this
incredible cave system, you will come face to face with a
50,000-year-old “zygomaturus” jawbone Embedded in
the cave wall. From here, we make our way to Yallingup
and take in the majestic coastal views out to the Indian
Ocean. There is time to wander along the sandy beach
and take in the breathtaking scenery. Tonight, dine at a
local Margaret River restaurant. (B,L,D)

Leaving the Margaret River Region, we travel to Busselton
on Geographe Bay and walk the famous 1.7-kilometre jetty
– the longest in Australia. We travel north passing the port
city of Bunbury, Australind to Mandurah. Enjoy a fish and
chip lunch on the beach at Mandurah before heading to
Fremantle. Undertake a sights tour before joining the
Rottnest Express ferry to Wadjemup, Rottnest Island. Here,
we experience and learn all that Rottnest Island has to
offer from ancient history, nature and wildlife, spectacular
scenery, walking trails and around 10,000 adorable
quokkas. We check-in to our hotel for a 2-night stay. (B,L,D)
OVERNIGHT: 2 nights Rottnest Island

Today we spend the day exploring Rottnest Island,
renowned for its 63 stunning beaches and home to the
ever-smiling quokka. After a leisurely start, we’ll take an
informative bus tour around the island’s most spectacular
locations, with insightful commentary. You might even
meet a quokka or two along the way. Enjoy a delicious
picnic lunch (with bubbles!), before spending the afternoon
at your leisure back at the resort. Enjoy dinner tonight at
the hotel with fellow travellers and reminisce about your
amazing trip. (B,L,D)

This morning after breakfast at the hotel, we board the
Rottnest Express ferry back to Fremantle. Rejoin our coach
before being transferred to Perth where you exploration of
Perth, Margaret River and Rottnest Island comes to an end.
(B