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Discovering Australia’s breathtaking wilderness and sheer scale is a spellbinding experience by rail. The Great Southern travels from Adelaide to Brisbane through four Australian States taking in the Grampians National Park, premium wine regions and the stunning New South Wales coastline.
Enjoy world class service, stylish décor and complete comfort as you travel between Adelaide and Brisbane on the Great Southern. From one buzzing city to another and crossing four states and one territory, this journey covers a variety of landscapes including rugged coastlines, forested peaks, premium wine regions and the sun-kissed beaches of northern New South Wales.
Departs: Frequent departures, Jan, Feb & Dec
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With all meals, local wine and spirits included, travelling on board a Great Southern Rail route is an all inclusive experience. Choose from four levels of service and accommodation for your journey:
Aurora Australis Service – New for 2026, Aurora and Australis suites are beautifully designed with contemporary flair and ample space to stretch your legs. The elegant interior is met with an outstanding personalised service and luxury amenities to provide an indulgent experience.Platinum Service - Platinum Cabins are sure to provide a memorable experience. Relax in your spacious lounge by day or mingle in the Platinum Club, perfect for whiling away an afternoon. Providing plenty of space and privacy, Platinum Service is a wonderful way to travel across Australia.
Gold Premium Service - Gold Premium Twin Cabins are contemporary in design and convert from a lounge by day into sleeping berths at night. Together with premium amenities and luxuriously soft linen this is an elevated experience with exclusive access to the Gold Premium Lounge and dining carriage.
Gold Service - Compact and comfortable, Gold Service Twin Cabins offer an enjoyable way to experience a journey across this vast country. During the day, the cabins offer a three-seater lounge, converting to upper and lower sleeping berths at night. Relax in the Outback Explorer Lounge and mingle with your fellow guests then dine in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant. With its emphasis on fresh regional produce, this is sure to be a highlight of the journey.
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