Arrive in Sydney for a three night stay in New South Wales’ iconic capital city. As well as the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, there are a host of museums, galleries, parks and gardens to explore, plus the famous Bondi and Manly beaches. Venturing out of the city, you could also take a day trip to the Blue Mountains or Hunter Valley.

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This afternoon, board the iconic Indian Pacific train in Sydney and begin your westbound journey inland to Adelaide.

As you settle in to your private cabin and get to know your fellow guests, watch as the landscape shifts around you. Leaving behind the city skyline of Sydney, you’ll begin to traverse the spectacular Blue Mountains. Dinner is served on board, with a regionally inspired menu paired with fine wines, and you can enjoy a nightcap in the lounge before you retire to your cabin.

The next morning, you will disembark the train for your choice of excursions in the remote mining town of Broken Hill. The experiences on offer include an exploration of the town’s mining history, a visit to the regional art gallery, or even a drag tour.

Head back to the train for lunch, where you can enjoy your meal as the train rolls into the towering Flinders Ranges. Your train journey will take you straight into Adelaide, so you can begin exploring the city straight away.

A picturesque haven of impressive Victorian buildings surrounded by delightful parkland, Adelaide is a wonderful city to explore and has a well earned reputation for fine food and wine. Spend a night exploring Adelaide’s delights, before boarding your luxury river cruise in the morning.

Overnight on the Indian Pacific

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Step back in time with a journey along the great Murray River on Australia’s largest and most luxurious paddlewheeler. As you cruise through spectacular sandstone gorges, past vineyards and red gum forests, look out for some of the amazing wildlife that inhabits the region. On shore excursions are included as well as all meals on board. After your Murray River Cruise, transfer back to Adelaide for an additional night in the ‘City of Churches’.

Onboard the Murray Princess Cruise

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Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Adelaide. Perhaps you’d like to visit some of the city’s many museums and galleries, or visit the Botanic Gardens. Alternatively, tour the famous Oval Cricket Ground, shop the boutiques of Rundle Mall or take the short tram journey to the beachside suburb of Glenelg. Adelaide’s Central Market is also a highlight, and it is the perfect place to be introduced to the gastronomy that the city is known for.

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Fly from Adelaide to Melbourne, where you can spend the next couple of days exploring Melbourne’s famous boutique shops, cobbled laneways and hidden rooftop bars. Experience the beachside town of St Kilda, and the Royal Botanic Gardens. With tree lined streets and a thriving café culture, it’s a fantastic colourful city to explore. Famous Phillip Island, the Great Ocean Road and picturesque Mornington Peninsula are only a short drive away from Melbourne and are well worth getting out of the city to visit.

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Bid farewell to the cosmopolitan hub of Melbourne as you make your way back to the UK.