Experience Guide Join Us on an Unforgettable Journey… One That Will Take You Beyond to New Places… to New Experiences That Will Ignite Your Imagination
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EXPERIENCE GUIDE JOIN US ON AN UNFORGETTABLE JOURNEY… ONE THAT WILL TAKE YOU BEYOND TO NEW PLACES… TO NEW EXPERIENCES THAT WILL IGNITE YOUR IMAGINATION AT JOURNEY BEYOND WE KNOW THIS LAND AND WE BRING THE BEST OF IT TO LIFE FROM VOYAGES ACROSS OCEANS TO EXPEDITIONS INTO OUR VERY CORE WE TRANSFORM AMAZING INTO BREATHTAKING WE UNEARTH THE UNEXPECTED TO TOUCH, TO TASTE AND TO DISCOVER THE BEST OF LIFE’S EXPERIENCES ARE SHARED… SO, JOIN US… AND TOGETHER LET’S JOURNEY BEYOND JOURNEY BEYOND GROUP 3 SEVEN SPIRIT BAY BARRAMUNDI LODGE MORETON WILDERNESS LODGE DARWIN MURWANGI SAFARI CAMP 200KM NGAUWUDU SAFARI CAMP KATHERINE HORIZONTAL FALLS BUNGLE BUNGLE CAIRNS SAVANNAH LODGE BROOME AIRLIE BEACH MACKAY NINGALOO REEF ALICE SPRINGS ULURU MARLA SHARK BAY BRISBANE MANGURI COOBER PEDY COOK RAWLINNA GOLDEN OUTBACK COFFS HARBOUR BROKEN HILL ROTTNEST ISLAND HUNTER VALLEY PORT STEPHENS PERTH NEWCASTLE BLUE MOUNTAINS ADELAIDE SYDNEY ALBURY CANBERRA THE GHAN THE GHAN THE GRAMPIANS OFF TRAIN EXCURSIONS OFF TRAIN EXPERIENCE OUTBACK SPIRIT LODGES MULTIPLE OPTIONS AVAILABLE THE GHAN THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD MELBOURNE INDIAN PACIFIC INDIAN PACIFIC OFF TRAIN EXCURSIONS OFF TRAIN EXPERIENCE ADVENTURE TOURS GEELONG MULTIPLE OPTIONS AVAILABLE INDIAN PACIFIC GREAT SOUTHERN GREAT SOUTHERN OFF TRAIN EXCURSIONS DESERT SAFARIS OFF TRAIN EXPERIENCE MULTIPLE OPTIONS AVAILABLE GREAT SOUTHERN THE GHAN EXPEDITION JOURNEY BEYOND GROUP POINTS OF INTEREST OPTIONAL UPGRADE EXPERIENCES HOBART CONTENTS 10—11 12—13 30—35 36—39 THE GHAN THE GHAN EXPEDITION CRUISE WHITSUNDAYS ROTTNEST EXPRESS 14—15 16—17 40—41 42—43 INDIAN PACIFIC GREAT SOUTHERN DARWIN HARBOUR CRUISES SAL SALIS NINGALOO REEF 18—19 22—29 44—45 46—47 RAIL EXPEDITION SERVICE LEVELS OUTBACK SPIRIT EUREKA SKYDECK & EUREKA 89 HORIZONTAL FALLS SEAPLANE ADVENTURES RAIL EXPEDITIONS EVERY MOMENT A JOURNEY BY RAIL IS NO EVERYDAY JOURNEY. IS CONSIDERED. FROM THE MOMENT GUESTS STEP ABOARD, THE FRANTIC PACE OF DAY-TO-DAY LIFE FADES AWAY EVERYTHING IS AND A NEW KIND OF WORLD OPENS UP, ONE THAT ALLOWS YOU TO ESCAPE QUICKLY. AS THE TRAIN INCLUDED. GENTLY ROLLS THROUGH ANCIENT LANDSCAPES, GUESTS’ SENSES ARE REAWAKENED AND THEY’LL THERE’S NOTHING LIKE GUESTS PUTTING DOWN UNCOVER FLAVOURS, COLOURS AND DETAILS THAT THEIR SUITCASE AND ALLOWING THEIR JOURNEY FAR EXCEED THEIR EXPECTATIONS. TO SIMPLY UNFOLD. EVERY DETAIL AT EVERY MINUTE OF THEIR RAIL EXPEDITION HAS BEEN For more than 90 years, guests from around the world have had CONSIDERED AND INCLUDED IN THEIR FARE. THE the privilege of taking their time and embracing the wonders of MOMENT GUESTS EMBARK, THEY CAN ALLOW these incredible rail expeditions. By stepping aboard The Ghan, THEMSELVES TIME TO RELAX AND FULLY EMBRACE Indian Pacific or Great Southern they become a part of this truly EACH NEW EXPERIENCE AND ADVENTURE. unique Australian legacy. On each journey, guests can enjoy regionally-inspired meals, curated by on board chefs, matched to premium wines and beverages. And, with a range of carefully curated off train experiences also included, immersing themselves in a world of wonder couldn’t be easier. For more than 90 yeas The Ghan has taken guests from all over OFF TRAIN EXCURSIONS the world through Australia’s red centre. This incredible journey Enjoy extended touring options at key destinations between Adelaide and Darwin is an Australian icon, and rightly along the rail journey. so. Take the time to reawaken senses and discover the wonders of an ancient landscape. MANGURI, SA MANGURI, OFF TRAIN EXPERIENCES Step off the train for immersion in some of Australia’s most remote settings. Two oceans, one of the world’s most incredible rail journeys. For 50 years, the Indian Pacific has wound its way through mountains, traversed deserts and crossed plains on its way from Perth to Sydney and back. Every guest who steps aboard is taken on the adventure of a lifetime. Explore Australia’s unique south-eastern corner in laid-back comfort on Australia's newest rail journey. Watch as landscapes glide by, lap up the wild and spectacular scenery and enjoy premium culinary experiences. PLATINUM SERVICE PLATINUM 8 9 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS THE GHAN TRAVERSES THE HEART OF OFF TRAIN EXPERIENCES AUSTRALIA, RETRACING THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE AFGHAN CAMELEERS THAT IT’S NAMED AFTER. OFF TRAIN EXCURSIONS Travel in air-conditioned comfort of either Platinum or Gold Katherine: Choose from either the Nitmiluk Gorge Cruise, Service on this immersive journey through Australia’s Outback. viewing both Gorges or the Nitmiluk First Gorge Rock Art Cruise, This all-inclusive experience allows guests to taste regionally gaining an insight into the culture of the Jawoyn people. From inspired cuisine such as crocodile or barramundi as well as May through October an alternative excursion is offered, the quality Australian wines and beers. Katherine Outback Experience showcasing the inner working life The journey showcases the diversity of this island continent, on an Australian cattle station. The Nitmiluk Gorge excursion with inclusive Off Train Experiences in Manguri (southbound), to can be upgraded with a helicopter flight or a scenic flight over gaze at the Outback stars, in Marla (northbound), to witness an Kakadu and Nitmiluk National Parks (additional fee applies). Outback sunrise, Alice Springs in the Red Centre and Katherine Alice Springs: A morning or afternoon in The Alice gives guests for its spectacular ancient gorge system and Outback lifestyle. a glimpse into the history of yesterday. Visit the local landmarks, or take a front row seat to a spectacular bird show at the KEY FACTS Desert Park or view the permanent waterhole at Simpsons Gap. o The Ghan departs Darwin on Wednesday, Alice Springs Upgrade options in Alice Springs include Pyndan Camel Tracks, on Thursday (southbound^), Adelaide on Sunday and Alice the Spirit of Mount Gillen Helicopter Flight or the sensational Springs on Monday (northbound). Alice Springs and Surrounds Fixed Wing Scenic flight (additional fee applies). o The Ghan second service (operating June – August only) departs Adelaide Wednesday and Alice Springs on Monday. o The Ghan will not operate during the months of December OFF TRAIN EXPERIENCES 2020 and January 2021. Marla (northbound): Set foot in the remote reaches of South o The Journey is 2979km or 1851miles, one way. Australia to witness an unforgettable Outback sunrise for this o To undertake most Off Train Experiences a good level of early morning stop. fitness is required - ability to walk and balance on uneven Manguri (southbound): Cast your eyes skyward for an amazing ground. Sensible walking shoes required. NT GORGE), (KATHERINE NITMILUK showcase of Outback stars when guests disembark for this ^Southbound service operates in Novmber 2020 and Feburary and March 2021. evening stop after dinner. Visit journeybeyondrail.com for further details on Off Train Experiences. Experiences are subject to seasonality and may change without notice. DARWIN KATHERINE ALICE SPRINGS MARLA MANGURI ADELAIDE OFF TRAIN EXCURSION OFF TRAIN EXPERIENCE SIMPSONS GAP, NT GAP, SIMPSONS 10 11 4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS FOR GUESTS SEEKING A TRULY AUTHENTIC OFF TRAIN EXPERIENCES AUSTRALIAN ADVENTURE FOLLOWING THE FOOTSTEPS AND CAMEL TRACKS OF AUSTRALIA’S OFF TRAIN EXCURSIONS FLEDGLING PIONEERS, THE GHAN EXPEDITION IS HERALDED AS ONE OF THE WORLDS GREAT RAIL Katherine: Choose from either the Nitmiluk Gorge Cruise, JOURNEYS. viewing both Gorges or the Nitmiluk First Gorge Rock Art Cruise, gaining an insight into the culture of the Jawoyn people. From All guests travel in the comfort of Platinum or Gold Service May through October an alternative excursion is offered, the by night and by day travel off train. Starting with Katherine Katherine Outback Experience showcasing the inner working life Gorge then in Alice Springs enjoy a day of touring the Red on an Australian cattle station. The Nitmiluk excursion can be Centre (optional upgrade to a scenic flight of Uluru) followed upgraded with a helicopter flight or a scenic flight over Kakadu by an evening Aussie BBQ under the stars where guests can and Nitmiluk National Parks (additional fee applies). even ride a camel! Next stop Coober Pedy and a guided tour of this famous opal mining town where 70% of the world’s opals Alice Springs: This morning guests will be greeted by a view originate. of the spectacular Red Centre. A full day of excursions awaits ALICE SPRINGS, NT ALICE SPRINGS, them in the iconic outback town of Alice Springs, which provides The Ghan Expedition is more than just seeing the best of Australia. ample opportunity to visit the town landmarks, and get close The experience of this remarkable train journey will stay with with Australia’s incredible flora and fauna. An optional upgrade guests forever. is a scenic flight to Uluru, where guests get to see the famous region by air before landing to enjoy a guided base tour and lunch; KEY FACTS returning in time to meet the rest of the guests at a spectacular o The Ghan Expedition departs Darwin on Wednesday from dinner under the stars at the historic Telegraph Station. March through October Coober Pedy: Venture into the weird and wonderful opal mining o The Ghan Expedition Second Service departs Darwin on town of Coober Pedy, where more than half of the residents live Saturday from June through August underground. Explore the tunnels and caves of this underground town, where guests will enjoy a gourmet lunch in the most o The Journey is 2979km or 1851 miles, one way. unique of locations before setting off to the stunning outback o To undertake most Off Train Experiences a good level of moonscape that is the Breakaways. Dinner is served back on the fitness is required - ability to walk and balance on uneven train where guests can enjoy a nightcap as their journey continues. ground. Sensible walking shoes required. Visit journeybeyondrail.com for further details on Off Train Experiences.