Luxury East Coast Rail & Sail

Day 1 | Melbourne | Embark Silver Moon

Depart 7.00pm

Melbourne blends vibrant culture, world‑class food, dynamic coffee and bar scenes, striking art, and passionate sporting events, creating a lively, multicultural city with something for every taste.

Day 2 | At Sea

Days at sea are the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and catch up with what you've been meaning to do. Whether that is going to the gym, visiting the spa, whale-watching, catching up on your reading, or simply topping up your tan, these blue sea days are the perfect balance to busy days spent exploring shoreside.

Day 3 | Eden

Arrive 7.00am | Depart 3.00pm

Eden, on scenic Twofold Bay, offers rich whaling history, unique orca lore, stunning national parks, dramatic coastal cliffs, and prime whale‑watching from May to November.

Day 4 | Newcastle 

Arrive 9.00am | Depart 4.00pm

Once known as the “Steel City”, today Newcastle is one of Australia's hippest cities. It's flanked by the Pacific Ocean and six beaches on its eastern side and a harbor on its west side. Gentrification began when the steel mills closed in 1999. Nowadays the old wharves and warehouses form part of the lively Honeysuckle precinct, which buzzes with hotels, cafes, and restaurants.

Day 5 | At Sea

Days at sea are the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and catch up with what you've been meaning to do. Whether that is going to the gym, visiting the spa, whale-watching, catching up on your reading, or simply topping up your tan, these blue sea days are the perfect balance to busy days spent exploring shoreside.

Day 6 | K'Gari (Formerly Fraser Island)

Arrive 9.30am | Depart 6.00pm

Fraser Island, a World Heritage gem, features shifting sand dunes, crystal lakes, rich birdlife, Butchulla culture, rainforest walks, and 4WD or kayak adventures in stunning natural landscapes.

Day 7 | At Sea

Days at sea are the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and catch up with what you've been meaning to do. Whether that is going to the gym, visiting the spa, whale-watching, catching up on your reading, or simply topping up your tan, these blue sea days are the perfect balance to busy days spent exploring shoreside.

Day 8 | Townsville

Arrive 8.00am | Depart 5.00pm

Townsville offers sunny coastal beauty, Magnetic Island adventures, rich Indigenous culture, vibrant wildlife encounters, reef experiences, and relaxed waterfront living—making this tropical Queensland city a warm, welcoming escape.

Day 9 | Willis Island

Arrive 11.30am | Depart 2.00pm

Remote Willis Island, deep in the Coral Sea, shelters immense bird and marine life, hosting rare species, fragile ecosystems, and Australia’s isolated weather station amid pristine, protected nature.

Day 10 | Cairns

Arrive 8.00am | Depart 10.00pm

Cairns, gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, blends vibrant marine life, lush rainforests, cultural experiences, golden beaches, and tropical flavors—offering unforgettable adventures above and below the water.

Days 11-12 | At Sea

Days at sea are the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and catch up with what you've been meaning to do. Whether that is going to the gym, visiting the spa, whale-watching, catching up on your reading, or simply topping up your tan, these blue sea days are the perfect balance to busy days spent exploring shoreside.

Day 13 | Mooloolaba

Arrive 8.00am | Depart 7.00pm

Mooloolaba blends world‑class beaches, surfing, waterfront dining, boutique shopping, and wildlife cruises, offering a vibrant Sunshine Coast getaway famed for fresh seafood, stunning views, and relaxed coastal charm.

Day 14 | At Sea

Days at sea are the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and catch up with what you've been meaning to do. Whether that is going to the gym, visiting the spa, whale-watching, catching up on your reading, or simply topping up your tan, these blue sea days are the perfect balance to busy days spent exploring shoreside.

Day 15 | Sydney | Disembark Silver Moon

Arrive 7.00am

Arrive in Sydney this morning and disembark Silver Moon. Make your way to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Explore its sparkling harbour, starting with views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge from Circular Quay. 

Days 16 - 17 | Sydney

Enjoy time at leisure, exploring all that Sydney has to offer. Dazzling you with its iconic golden beaches, world‑class cuisine, Indigenous culture, and outdoor adventures, offering unforgettable views, coastal walks, and vibrant city life in Australia’s most famous city.

Day 18 | Sydney - Board the Indian Pacific

Check out of your hotel this morning and make your way to Sydney’s Central Station, where the iconic Indian Pacific waits to carry you across the continent. As the train eases away from the platform and city skylines fall away, you’ll soon be surrounded by the soaring sandstone cliffs and deep valleys of the Blue Mountains. Settle into your cabin or join fellow travellers in the lounge for a drink as the journey unfolds. 

This evening, take your seat in the dining car for your first regionally inspired dinner, thoughtfully paired with fine Australian wines and beverages. Afterward, return to the lounge for a nightcap or retreat to your cabin as the train rolls westward. (D) 

Day 19 | Broken Hill, McLaren Vale, Adelaide and Surrounds

Your morning begins in Broken Hill, the fabled Silver City. Step off the train for your first Off Train Experience – explore the outback towns mining legacy, taking time to reflect at the Miners’ Memorial, or for those interested in the curiosities of Broken Hill, join Shelita Buffet, Broken Hill’s famous Drag Queen for a morning of fun, creativity and food. Refreshments are included before reboarding the Indian Pacific.

Back on board, enjoy breakfast and lunch as the train sweeps past the southern tip of the Flinders Ranges, South Australia. By late afternoon, you’ll arrive in Adelaide for a choice of curated experiences. Savour McLaren Vale wines before dining at the cliffside Star of Greece, or sample gin and cheese in the Adelaide Hills followed by a feast at Haus, a German restaurant showcasing the best of local produce. In the city, Icons of Adelaide includes a behind-the-scenes tour and tasting at Coopers Brewery, a scenic drive, and a teppanyaki dinner at Shiki capped by a twilight stroll to Adelaide Oval. Alternatively, take a guided tour of the Adelaide Central Market, finishing with an exclusive sit-down dinner, in the markets and all to yourself.  

After a memorable evening, return to the train to continue your westward journey. (B,L,D) 

Day 20 | Nullabor Plain

Today is all about the vast, unforgettable views of the Nullarbor Plain. You’ll journey across this legendary expanse on the world’s longest stretch of straight railway track, with endless horizons unfolding outside your window. Along the way, the train pauses at Cook – once a bustling railway town, now a near-ghost outpost with stories etched into its weathered buildings. 

By evening, you’ll reach Rawlinna, on the edge of Australia’s largest sheep station. Here, the outback comes alive as you dine beneath a canopy of stars at a spectacular signature long-table dinner (Sept–May). In the cooler months, gather around a roaring bonfire with drinks and canapés, soaking up the atmosphere of this remarkable setting. (B,L,D) 

Day 15 | Perth

Wake to the soft light over Western Australia’s Avon Valley, its rolling green hills a fitting finale to your transcontinental adventure. Savour a leisurely brunch on board as the train makes its final approach into Perth. Soon, you’ll step off the Indian Pacific, farewelling fellow travellers and crew after sharing 4,352 unforgettable kilometres between Australia’s coastlines. (B)

*Itinerary based on 2027 season and subject to change.