• Escorted Tour

Perth to Sydney

On The Iconic Indian Pacific Train

This itinerary includes seven days to explore the South-West corner, one of Western Australia’s most popular areas. Following a day tour of Perth and the Port of Fremantle we travel south for the next four days. Highlights include the renowned Margaret River wine region, a forest of the famed Karri trees and a cross country visit to the southern coast amongst the sand dunes.  All this before a five-day, four-night crossing of Australia’s Nullarbor Plains from Perth to Sydney on the iconic Indian Pacific Train. Here you experience a journey full of contrasts that includes ‘off train’ excursions which add real value to a memorable cross continent experience. 

Why not join us on another of our Australian adventures. 

Your travel itinerary

Saturday 28 August

Auckland-Perth

Depart on Air New Zealand mid-day to arrive in Perth late afternoon. Transfer to inner-city hotel with remainder of afternoon free.

Sunday 29 August

Perth

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Today’s city tour of Perth includes the famous port of Fremantle, a walk in Kings Park and a beachfront drive.  Remainder of the day free to explore at your leisure. Welcome dinner tonight.

Monday 30 August

Perth – Margaret River

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Travel south from Perth to the coastal city of Busselton with its 1.8km jetty jutting out into the Indian Ocean, with time here for lunch. Later arrive in Margaret River for a two night stay. 

Tuesday 31 August

Margaret River ( Sightseeing )

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Begin the day with a drive to Cape Leeuwin, the most south / westerly point of Australia where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet. Visit the lighthouse and later the Mammoth Caves, a large limestone cavern where a guided tour is included. Continue to a winery for tasting and lunch. Return to Margaret River.

Located in Western Australia’s far southwest, Margaret River is one of the world’s most isolated wine regions, renowned for its elegant, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon. With over 150 wine producers and 5,000 hectares of vines, the region produces around 20% of Australia’s premium wine. We visit one of its boutique wineries.

Wednesday 01 September

Margaret River – Pemberton

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Today travel inland to the town of Nannup, the home of Cambray Cheese. Lunch in a truffle growing area and onto the former sawmilling town of Pemberton. Spend the next two nights in a lakeside resort in a Karri Forest.

Pemberton, set amongst rich agricultural land and Karri forests won the Top Tourism Town for populations less than 5000.

Thursday 02 September

Sightseeing

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Today drive through the tall Karri and Jarrah (eucalyptus) trees to enjoy a 4WD experience into the coastal sand dunes and later a peaceful river cruise to the ocean.  Return to our lakeside accommodation.

Friday 03 September

Pemberton – Perth

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After a leisurely start we travel north to Perth with an afternoon and evening at your leisure to explore the Western Australian Capital.

Saturday 04 September

Perth – Board the ‘Indian Pacific’

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Morning free before we transfer to the railway station to board ‘Indian Pacific’ train. Depart Perth, travelling in ‘Gold Class’ with time to settle into your comfortable cabin – home for the next five days / four nights.

Sunday 05 September

On board ‘Indian Pacific’

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Wake up in Kalgoorlie and delve into this mining town’s fascinating past and present, with a visit to ‘super pit’ mine. We travel across the Nullarbor Plain before arriving into the almost ghost town of Cook for a late night bonfire and star gazing. 

Monday 06 September

On Board ‘Indian Pacific’

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Spend the morning travelling through pastoral lands and communities of remote South Australia before arriving into ‘Two Wells’ where we will transfer to world renowed, wine-producing region of Barossa Valley. 

Tuesday 07 September

On Board ‘Indian Pacific’

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Today we stop at Broken Hill known as Australia’s silver capital. This once-thriving mining town is set to a backdrop of mining tailings, a colourful main street and historic buildings.

Wednesday 08 September

On Board ‘Indian Pacific’ - Sydney

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Wake up to the iconic Blue Mountains and see the majestic Three Sisters at Echo Point and the breathtaking views at Jamison Valley before arriving in Sydney. Transfer to your hotel for a one-night stay. Enjoy a Farewell Dinner tonight.

Thursday 09 September

Sydney – Auckland

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After breakfast transfer to the airport for a midday flight, arriving in Auckland early evening.

Please ask us if you would like to extend your stay in Sydney.

Inclusions

  • Air Zealand economy flights Auckland – Perth // Sydney - Auckland
  • Airline and airport taxes ($295)
  • Three nights’ accommodation in Perth, two nights at Karri Resort in Pemberton, two nights in Margaret River and one night in Sydney.
  • Perth City Sights Tour
  • Guided Tour of the Mammoth Caves
  • Cambray Cheese Tasting
  • Margaret River Vineyard Lunch
  • Pemberton Coastal Experience Tour
  • Rail journey Perth to Sydney on board Indian Pacific Train in Gold Class including all meals and drinks
  • Off-train experiences included in Kalgoorlie, Barossa Valley, Broken Hill and the Blue Mountains
  • Transfers as specified
  • Meals as specified
  • Welcome Dinner Perth
  • Farewell Dinner in Sydney
  • Pukekohe Travel escort - subject to minimum 15 passengers travelling

Cost

Cost Per Person *
Auckland - Auckland
Twin ShareSingle
   $14,395

$15,130

Business Class Upgrade (limited space)

+$2050

Premium Economy Class Upgrade  (limited space)

+$680

Early Booking Discount ( 15 March 2027) $150
Previous International Pukekohe Travel Tour Discount $100

*This is a cash price. Credit cards will incur a 1.5% fee
*Itinerary and costs subject to change, airline and fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment

Exclusions

  • Items of a personal nature
  • Travel Insurance (please ask us for a quote)
  • Items not specified

Booking Conditions

  • A non-refundable deposit of $1,200 per person will secure a place on the tour
  • Full payment is due no later than 28 June 2027

Cancellations

  • From the date of booking to  28June 2027– loss of deposit
  • After  28June 2027 – no refund

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend all clients purchase travel insurance to protect against emergencies, cancellations, lost items, and delays that could lead to unexpected costs. Please ask us for a quote.

General Information

Documentation

  • A current passport is required, valid six months beyond date of travel
  • No visa is required for New Zealand Passport holders
  • All other passport holders – please ask.

Currency - The Australian Dollar – ATMs available in major towns

Luggage - Checked-in luggage is not accessible during the train journey. Pack your soft cabin bag with the essentials for the foour nights. Smart casual is recommended for the Queen Adelaide Restaurant on board the train.

Clothing - Daytime – comfortable touring clothes, good walking shoes. Evening – smart casual for hotels and on board the train. 

Temperatures   Max                 Min 

  • Perth      20˚c                 9 ˚c    
  • Adealide 18 ˚c                8 ˚c
  • Sydney  19 ˚c                11 ˚c

 

Health and Mobility

To ensure the tour is enjoyable for you and others in the group, a high standard of fitness and mobility is required. The train is unstable while travelling, therefore you need to be firm of foot. The ability to walk unaided for 500 metres and negotiate steps and uneven surfaces is essential. Mobility frames and wheelchairs are not practical or permitted. It is expected you will arrive on tour fit, healthy and ready to travel. 

Indian Pacific

By embarking on this transcontinental journey, you’ll be following in the footsteps of those who have dared to venture beyond the city limits – the legendary adventurers, goldrush prospectors and bush pioneers who forged their lives in Australia’s spectacular yet unforgiving interior.

  • The Outback Explorer Lounge is the train’s centre of activity
  • Gold Service Guests dine in the classically-appointed Queen Adelaide Restaurant
  • Gold Twin - a comfortable   sleeper cabin features private en-   suite and upper and lower berths that convert to a threeseater lounge by day
  • Gold Single - a compact sleeper cabin features a bed that converts to a seat by day and shared shower/toilet facilities located at the end of the carriage

Gold Class Service Features

  • All-inclusive dining. A regionally- inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines
  • All-inclusive Australian wines, beers, base spirits and non-alcoholic beverages
  • All-inclusive off-train excursions in Kalgoorlie, Barossa Valley, Broken Hill and the Blue Mountains

 

Terms and Conditions

For full terms and conditions please visit our website Terms and Conditions or please ask our tour consultant for a copy.


Note: Pukekohe Travel reserves the right to correct errors and omissions on our website without recourse.
* Itinerary subject to change

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