State: Western Train
Operator: Adventure Express
Minimum Price: AUD $ 5,410

Journey on the Indian Pacific, sample wines, explore the Valley of the Giants, see Wave Rock & The Pinnicles on AAT Kings’ escorted 18 day Indian Pacific Escape

Highlights:

• Travel on the Indian Pacific
• Margaret River Caves
• Fossils at Mammoth Cave
• Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse
• Voyager Estate Winery
• Valley of the Giants
• Tour Albany and Whaleworld
• Mining Hall of Fame
• Royal Flying Doctor Service
• Spectacular Wave Rock
• Walking tour of Fremantle
• See Wildflowers (Aug - Nov)
• Visit Kalbarri National Park
• Cruise the Swan River to Perth
• Meet Monkey Mia's dolphins
• Explore The Pinnacles
• Balga Mia Aboriginal Dreaming
• Included Aboriginal Cultural Experience
• Wildflower viewing

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Itinerary:

Day 1 Wed: Arrive Sydney - Indian Pacific Train
On arrival in Sydney you will be transferred to Central Station to board the Indian Pacific train.
Hotel: Gold Kangaroo Service, Indian Pacific, 3 nights D

Day 2 Thu: Indian Pacific
Travel via Broken Hill to Adelaide today. There is the opportunity to join an optional city sightseeing tour in Adelaide, before the Indian Pacific departs early evening and begins the journey west to Perth. BLD

Day 3 Fri: Indian Pacific
Today you cross the vast Nullarbor Plain, where the train travels the world's longest straight stretch of railway track. See unique landscapes unfold and spot a fascinating array of wildlife. BLD

Day 4 Sat: Indian Pacific - Perth
On arrival in Perth make your own way to the hotel. Enjoy a city tour of Perth including beautiful Kings Park where you can see the broad expanse of the Swan River. Enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director and travelling companions.
Hotel: Seasons of Perth, Perth. B

Day 5 Sun: Margaret River
This morning travel to the Forest Heritage Centre. Travel south through Busselton. Visit the Margaret River Caves and explore awe-inspiring Mammoth Cave. Continue to Margaret River, one of Australia's premier wine growing regions.
Hotel: All Seasons Margaret River, Margaret River, 2 nights. B

Day 6 Mon: Margaret River
This morning enjoy a scenic journey through the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park and see Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse. Later enjoy a tour, tastings and delicious lunch at Voyager Estate. You will have time to explore Margaret River. BL

Day 7 Tue: Margaret River - Albany
View the enormous Gloucester Tree. Journey through the spectacular Valley of the Giants and enjoy a walk along the Tree Top Walk. Continue to Torndirrup National Park, home to the Natural Bridge and The Gap. Later visit the Whaleworld Museum.
Hotel: Metro Inn, Albany. B

Day 8 Wed: Albany - Esperance
This morning enjoy the views from the Anzac Memorial. Travel to Bluff Knoll Lookout to witness the rugged beauty of the Stirling Ranges. Continue to Esperance and see the Pink Lake.
Hotel: Comfort Inn Bay of Isles, Esperance. B

Day 9 Thu: Cape Le Grand
This morning travel into Cape Le Grand National Park for coastal views. Travel north through Norseman to the historic gold mining township of Kalgoorlie. Stop at the Golden Superpit Lookout for an amazing view of Australia's largest open cut gold mine. Enjoy an orientation tour of Kalgoorlie.
Hotel: Quality Inn Railway Hotel, Kalgoorlie, 2 nights.B

Day 10 Fri: Kalgoorlie
Spend this morning at the Mining Hall of Fame. Try panning for gold, witness gold bullion being poured and go underground for a tour of the Mining Reserve. Visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service for an insight into the work of this Australian icon. B

Day 11 Sat: Wave Rock
Travel through the former ghost town of Coolgardie, recently rejuvenated following new ore discoveries. Journey to Wave Rock. This striking rock formation, resembling a gigantic wave, was formed from granite over three million years ago. Continue to York, Western Australia's most historic inland town, before travelling on to Fremantle, recognised as the best preserved example of a 19th century port streetscape in the world.
Hotel: Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle. B

Day 12 Sun: Fremantle - Perth
Time this morning is at leisure to explore the Fremantle markets and busy harbour. Discover the heritage of Fremantle. Enjoy a walking tour including The Round House. Learn how the Swan River is part of the Dreaming Trail of the area. This afternoon enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Swan River to Perth.
Hotel: Seasons of Perth, Perth. B

Day 13 Mon: Perth - Geraldton
Travel to New Norcia, a small settlement revolving around the Benedictine Monastery, where we will visit the Museum and Art Gallery. We then visit a wildflower farm with a unique collection of flowers, before continuing on to Geraldton.
Hotel: All Seasons Geraldton, Geraldton. B

Day 14 Tue: Kalbarri National Park
This morning venture to Kalbarri National Park to view the spectacular scenery of Murchison River Gorge from the vantage point of Hawks Head Lookout. Visit Shell Beach, one of only two in the world, formed from billions of shells up to ten metres deep. Visit Red Bluff Lookout before continuing to Monkey Mia.
Hotel: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, 2 nights. B

Day 15 Wed: Monkey Mia
Early this morning watch for the famous dolphins that swim into shore. (Note: As dolphins are wild their appearance cannot be guaranteed.) The rest of the day is at leisure. Perhaps take an optional sailing cruise to spot dugong and dolphins. B

Day 16 Thu: Geraldton
Travel to Hamelin Pool to see the world's best known colony of Stromatolites, dating back to the beginning of life on earth. Continue south along the North West Coastal Highway to Geraldton.
Hotel: All Seasons Geraldton, Geraldton. B

Day 17 Fri: The Pinnacles - Perth
Today travel into Nambung National Park, home of the mystical Pinnacles. Heading south to Yanchep National Park, you will enjoy an Aboriginal cultural experience in an authentic bush setting. Meet Aboriginal guides who will share with you their way of life and treat you to the enchanting sounds of the didjeridu. Continue to Perth this afternoon.
Hotel: Seasons of Perth, Perth. B

Day 18 Sat: Depart Perth
You will be transferred to Perth Airport to connect with your onward flight. B

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What's Included?

• Tour by luxury air-conditioned coach with 2-door access, restroom, seatbelts, reclining seats, panoramic windows
  
• Tour with an experienced, professional Tour Director and Tour Driver on Days 5 - 18
• Full Breakfasts (17) B
• Lunches (3) L
• Dinners on the Indian Pacific (3) D
• Hotel Dinners (10) Your Choice
• Gold Kangaroo Service private sleeping berth on the Indian Pacific
• Twin share rooms with private facilities in centrally located hotels
• Welcome drink
• All purpose travel bag and map
• Airport transfers (Day 1 from Sydney Airport - flights to arrive prior to 1.00pm; Day 18 to Perth Airport - flights anytime)
• Hotel porterage included

 

Notes:

Tour Code: WRMP
Special Departure Dates: 09 May 26 May* 13 Jun 30 Jun 25 Jul 11 Aug 01 Aug 18 Aug* 22 Aug 08 Sep 29 Aug 15 Sep* 05 Sep 22 Sep 12 Sep 29 Sep* 19 Sep 06 Oct 26 Sep 13 Oct* 03 Oct 20 Oct 17 Oct 03 Nov* 31 Oct 17 Nov 26 Dec 12 Jan
Trip Duration: 18 days
Departs from: Sydney
Tour Ends: Perth
All Prices: $5410 per adult. Savings available for Concession car holders, Frequent Traveller, Groups and Children.