Tassie Seacation Rail & Sail

Day 1 | Sydney

Begin your journey in Sydney. Make your way to the cruise terminal ready to embark Royal Princess. As your ship passes Harbour Heads, you are presented with the shimmering skyline of Sydney - hailed by many seafarers as "the most beautiful harbor in the world." Two prominent landmarks, Harbour Bridge and the sail-like curves of the Sydney Opera House, grace the backdrop of this picturesque harbor. 

Day 2 | Day at Sea

Indulge in the timeless favorites you've cherished, alongside thrilling new experiences. Delight in exquisite dining, live entertainment and so much more.

Day 3 | Hobart

Tasmania's capital has much in common with Sydney. Founded but a few years later, Hobart also owes its origins to the establishment of a penal colony - and its natural setting is just as impressive. Seen from its fine deep-water harbor, Hobart spills over the lower reaches of the Derwent Valley as Mt. Wellington towers in the background. Much of the city's heritage is centered on the historic waterfront. North of the city stretches the vast parkland of the Queen's Domain. Many of Tasmania's other attractions are within easy reach of Hobart.With more than 90 National Trust buildings, Hobart, founded in 1804, combines colonial character with a sophisticated metropolitan lifestyle.

Day 4 | Port Arthur

Port Arthur is named for George Arthur, the Lieutenant Governor of Tasmania from 1823 to 1837. It was Arthur who converted a small convict lumber station on the Tasman Peninsula into the most feared penal colony in Australia. Preserved today as the Port Arthur Historical Site, the then state-of-the-art prison was designed to hold repeat offenders in isolation and hard labor. When it closed in 1877, it marked the end of a dark chapter in English and Australian history. Both Port Arthur is also your gateway to the wild and scenic Tasman Peninsula. Its wave-lashed coast is the site of spectacular rock formations such as Tasman Arch, the Tessellated Pavement and the Devil's Kitchen. 

Day 5 | Day at Sea

Indulge in the timeless favorites you've cherished, alongside thrilling new experiences. Delight in exquisite dining, live entertainment and so much more.

Day 6 | Melbourne

Victoria may be Australia's smallest continental state, but Melbourne, its capital, is big on everything. With a population of 4.25 million people living in 59 separately named communities within 715 square miles, Melbourne is a sprawling city offering culture, art, fashion and friendly, sports-minded Australians. It is also an easy city to explore. At the heart of the city is the Golden Mile, the city's governmental and commercial center, home to hotels, shops, restaurants and theaters. 

Day 7 | Day at Sea

Indulge in the timeless favorites you've cherished, alongside thrilling new experiences. Delight in exquisite dining, live entertainment and so much more.

Day 8 | Sydney

After breakfast, disembark Royal Princess and make your way to your hotel, the rest of the day is at leisure.

Days 9-10 | Sydney

Today is yours to enjoy Sydney at leisure. Perhaps visit the Royal Botanic Gardens, swim at Bondi Beach or embark on a Darling Harbour sunset cruise.

Day 11 | Sydney

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and make your way to the 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)