Great Southern: Adelaide to Brisbane

Overview

Departing Adelaide, settle in and enjoy world-class service as spectacular landscapes unfold beyond your window. Over three days, balance relaxing time on board with immersive Off Train Experiences. Journey through the Adelaide Hills and ancient Grampians region before discovering Canberra’s art, history and culinary culture. Feel the sand between your toes in picturesque Coffs Harbour, then admire the beautiful landscapes of northern New South Wales as you continue towards your final destination, Brisbane.

Inclusions

2 nights aboard the Great Southern, travelling from Adelaide to Brisbane

All-inclusive meal, fine wines and beverages

A regionally-inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines

Exciting Off Train Experiences – Grampians, Canberra and Coffs Harbour

Itinerary

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Day 1 Adelaide & The Grampians

Your East Coast rail adventure begins in Adelaide as you board the Great Southern and settle into life on board. Relax in the comfort of your cabin, enjoy the welcoming atmosphere of the lounge, and watch the changing landscapes unfold while savouring delicious meals and premium hospitality throughout the day.

By afternoon, you'll arrive in Victoria's stunning Grampians region for your first Off Train Experience. Choose how you'd like to explore this spectacular destination, from a scenic tour through Halls Gap and visits to breathtaking lookouts, to a guided walk through the natural beauty of Venus Baths. Wine lovers can enjoy tastings at renowned local wineries, while those seeking a cultural experience may prefer to visit WAMA Environmental Arts & Garden, where art and nature combine in a unique setting. Later, return to the train and continue your journey north while enjoying an expertly prepared dinner on board.

Return to the train and continue travelling up the east coast, with a delectable dinner on board.

Overnight stay aboard The Great Southern.

Lunch, Dinner

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Day 2 Canberra and surrounds

Start the day with breakfast on board before arriving in Canberra, Australia's capital city. A short transfer into the city introduces you to a range of carefully selected Off Train Experiences that showcase the nation's political, cultural and historical heritage.

Choose to explore Parliament House, reflect on Australia's military history at the Australian War Memorial, or discover the inspiring collection of portraits at the National Portrait Gallery. Each experience offers a unique insight into the people, stories and institutions that have shaped the country. Midday, enjoy an exclusive lunch at the historic Old Parliament House before returning to the train.

Back on board, relax as the Great Southern continues its journey north. Spend the evening enjoying a gourmet dinner, premium wines and the company of fellow travellers while taking in the ever-changing scenery outside your window.

Overnight stay aboard The Great Southern.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Canberra

Day 3 Arrive into Brisbane via Coffs Harbour

After breakfast, arrive in the coastal city of Coffs Harbour and enjoy your final Off Train Experience of the journey. Discover the region's natural beauty and relaxed seaside lifestyle through a choice of guided excursions.

The Coffs Explorer experience visits Sealy Lookout and the Forest Sky Pier for spectacular panoramic views before continuing to the North Coast Regional Botanical Garden. Guests can also enjoy time at the local Sunday Markets and the historic jetty precinct. Alternatively, join an Indigenous-guided walk along the Urunga Boardwalk to the beach, learning about the culture, traditions and history of the Gumbaynggirr people while discovering native wildlife and bush tucker along the way.

Following your morning excursion, return to the train for a final lunch on board as the Great Southern makes its way into Brisbane, bringing your memorable East Coast rail journey to a close.

_{Note that all Off Train Experiences are subject to change and minimum and maximum capacity limits apply.}

Breakfast, Lunch

Coffs Harbour

Accommodation

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GOLD

Immerse yourself in the world of romance that epitomises rail travel with 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.

Gold Twin Cabins

Gold Twin offers a comfortable sleeper cabin featuring private ensuite and upper and lower berths that convert to a three-seater lounge by day.

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
Luggage allowance is 60kg per guest
Complimentary Shuttle bus transfers available in Darwin to selected hotels in the city centre

Room Upgrades

Gold Single Cabin

Your stylish and ultra-modern cabin cleverly accommodates your belongings with a series of compartments and shelving options incorporated into the compact design. Your comfortable seat with full leg extension bench seat by day converts to a cosy bed by night.

The soulful, reflective and contemplative nature of moving across the continent by train is ideally suited to travelling solo but you can be as quiet or as social as you wish and with your included choice of Off Train Experiences allows you to join fellow guests as you experience the amazing places you visit together.

Inside your cabin, choose from six music and journey commentary channels to add background ambience to your travels, and you have numerous power supply outlets to keep your devices charged. Complimentary shuttle bus transfers are available between Darwin Terminal and the city centre, with a checked luggage allowance of 60 kg per guest (2 pieces at 30 kg each).

Prices are dynamic based on travel dates. Please proceed to Book Now or Contact Us for details.

Gold Premium

For travellers who want that little bit more, Gold Premium delivers an enhanced journey experience. Accommodated in newly designed, contemporary cabins, guests have exclusive access to the Gold Premium Lounge and Gold Premium Restaurant for meals and socialising. Enjoy delicious breakfasts, two-course, regionally inspired lunches and delectable four-course dinners in beautiful surrounds, accompanied by a selection of premium beverages.

Gold Premium offers some special touches to make the journey special, like priority check-in and an increased luggage allowance, a private ensuite, LaGaia amenities, tour preferencing and more.

Choose between a Gold Premium Twin cabin or Gold Premium Suite, which has a little more space. Whichever cabin you choose, Gold Premium offers a step up to a whole new style of train travel.

Gold Premium Twin cabin

A newly designed, contemporary cabin that converts from a lounge by day into sleeping berths at night.

Gold Premium Suite

The Gold Premium Suite has a three-quarter-size double bed plus a fold-down upper berth and a lounge area, with extra room to relax.

Gold Premium (Twin & Suite) service includes:

Private en suite with LaGaia amenities, luxuriously soft linen and satin 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
Complimentary shuttle bus transfers available in Darwin and Brisbane to selected hotels in the city centre

Prices are dynamic based on travel dates. Please proceed to Book Now or Contact Us for details.

Platinum

Tailored for the discerning traveller, Platinum sets a refined and elegant tone throughout your journey. Stylishly appointed and spacious cabins provide comfort after a day’s exploring, while the Platinum Club carriage offers a sophisticated setting 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 five-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 luxe extras, such as a full-size ensuite, expansive window views from the train. Add to that the luxurious linen, Champagne Bollinger, premium Jurlique amenities, Bracegirdle’s chocolates, a nightcap at turndown and more, and you’re in for an exceptional experience.

Platinum service includes:

Spacious Double or Twin cabin almost twice the size of a Gold Premium Twin or Gold Twin cabin
All-inclusive dining, beverages and Off Train Experiences
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
Luxuriously soft linen and satin eye masks
Ensuite equipped with separate shower, vanity with cupboard space, and toilet
Premium Jurlique 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 (Platinum transfers in Alice Springs, Darwin and Brisbane are provided in shared vehicles)
90 kg checked luggage allowance per guest (3 x 30 kg each)
Priority luggage check-in

Prices are dynamic based on travel dates. Please proceed to Book Now or Contact Us for details.

Aurora Suite

The Aurora & Australis Suite, the first of their kind in Australia, a moving luxury stay like no other, inspired by the residential qualities of contemporary architectural movements. A rich and layered design is expressed through bespoke detailing, decorative timber accents, stone masonry, iron filigree, and coved ceilings that reference traditional cornices. There is no finer way to see, taste and experience Australia.

Sophisticated Australian hospitality leads the way with a dedicated butler offering personalised service. In-Suite you’ll enjoy an exclusive unpacking service, pillow menu, a private bar curated according to your preferences and in room dining. When off train, you’ll be immersed in exclusive and intimate experiences connecting you to a sense of place, and when you return to the train, you’ll be greeted with a chilled flute of Champagne Bollinger La Grande Année.

The Aurora Suite is double the size of a Platinum cabin and features a fixed queen-sized bed, lounge set and ensuite with premium Jurlique amenities. You’ll also have a wardrobe and plenty of room to move throughout the Suite allowing for a luxurious stay. Additional features include:

Champagne Bollinger La Grande Année
Premium Australian wine selection
Personalised in-suite bar
In-room dining available
Butler service
Luxurious bed linen and pillow menu
A range of exclusive Off Train Experiences
Platinum Club lounge and dining carriage access
Private chauffeur for your arrival and departure of the train
Unlimited luggage allowance

Prices are dynamic based on travel dates. Please proceed to Book Now or Contact Us for details.

Additional information

Important Journey Update

Please note that due to scheduled track works, the following Great Southern departures will be diverted and will not include the Off Train Experience in Coffs Harbour:

Friday 4 December 2026, Friday 8 January 2027 and Friday 19 February 2027

Excluded

International airfares and taxes
Domestic airfares and taxes, unless otherwise specified in our holiday package
Visa expenses, processing and issuance fees
Meals other than as specified in the holiday package
Travel Insurance or expenses of a personal nature (mini-bar, phone call, laundry, etc.)
Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurant or boat staff, etc.
Or any other travel expense that has not been included or mentioned in our holiday package

FAQs

Can I request a forward-facing seat?

Yes, you are able to request forward facing-cabins aboard Great Southern at the time of booking; however, as approximately half the cabins face forward, we are unable to guarantee a forward facing cabin depending on the number of requests received for any given departure.

Can someone with mobility limitations travel on the Great Southern?

The Great Southern has a Gold Access Cabin available for wheelchair bound/physically impaired guests travelling in Gold Service. This cabin is subject to availability and assessment of the guest’s Fitness to Travel. Please ask us for more information.

What are the meal times onboard the train?

In your cabin when you first board the train, you will find a card with the breakfast, lunch and dinner meal times for your journey. Your On-Board Attendant will advise you of the process. If you have any special requests regarding meal times, please speak with a member of the On-Board team when travelling.

Does the train have Wi-Fi?

Limited Wi-Fi is available in the Outback Explorer Lounges and Platinum Club carriages.

Please note that Wi-Fi availability is dependent on mobile network coverage, and as we travel through some remote locations it may not always be available.

What special dietary requirements can be accommodated on board the train?

Most special dietary requirements can be accommodated – including vegetarian, gluten free, lactose free and vegan. Please ensure this is advised at the time of booking.

Is there a dress code when onboard Great Southern?

It’s your holiday and we want you to be comfortable so smart casual attire is recommended.

We also recommend:

Warm clothes for Outback Experiences as mornings and evenings in the Outback can be cool
Hat, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes for your Off Train Experiences.

Can I smoke onboard?

No, smoking is not permitted onboard Great Southern.

Do I need to check-in prior to arrival?

Check in opens approximately 2 hours prior to your scheduled departure time.

We ask all guests to check in at least 60 minutes prior to departure to be welcomed onboard. Please bring your travel itinerary and Photo I.D.

Are there luggage restrictions?

Luggage limits apply for both carry on and checked luggage. These limits vary depending on the level of service you are travelling in and by train.

While on board Great Southern, you can access one piece of hand luggage plus a garment bag, cabin bag or briefcase per person, and store this within your cabin.

Checked luggage cannot be accessed during your rail journey, and will be stored on a separate part of the train.

Will I need travel insurance?

As with all holidays and trips abroad, we strongly recommend that you have travel insurance. Please consult with our agents at time of booking and we can assist you with this.

Great Southern: Adelaide to Brisbane (Tour code: 12878)

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