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Southern Explorer Rail & Sail 2026

Indian Pacific to Sydney + 3 night stay in Sydney + 6 night cruise to Adelaide

Adelaide return

11 days / 10 nights

Cruise Holiday

Rail Holiday

Departs 16 Mar 2026

Overview

Indian Pacific

From the mountains to the sparkling coast, discover a world of wonders as you travel between these two great cities.

Make your way from the Festival City of Adelaide to the renowned Harbour City of Sydney, stopping in the Silver City of Broken Hill and the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains area.

Crown Princess

Enjoy sweeping views of the world while sailing on Crown Princess. From her nearly 900 balconies to the breathtaking three-story Piazza, you'll discover a relaxing atmosphere filled with an array of world class entertainment and dining options that will greet you each day when you return from making fascinating discoveries ashore.

 

Inclusions

 

Rail Inclusions

  • 2 nights aboard the Indian Pacific, travelling from Adelaide to Sydney in a Gold Twin cabin
  • An exclusive pre-boarding event in Adelaide, including a gourmet dinner and world-class wine
  • All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages
  • A regionally-inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines
  • Off Train Experience in Broken Hill and the Blue Mountains

Upgrade to Platinum from $3,500pp

Sydney Stay

  • Enjoy 3 nights in Sydney exploring at your own pace

Cruise Inclusions

  • 6 night cruise from Sydney to Adelaide onboard Crown Princess
  • Breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner daily
  • Room Service
  • Broadway style nightly entertainment & comedy shows
  • MedallionClass Experience
  • Taxes and government fees

Cruise upgrade options

Upgrade from $65pp per day - Princess Plus 

  • Wi-Fi (1 device per guest)
  • Plus Beverage Package - including beverages up to the value of $22 per drink – includes unlimited juice bar
  • Premium desserts (2 per day)
  • Fitness classes (2 per cruise)
  • NEW OceanNow® & Room Service Delivery
  • NEW Casual dining meals (2 per cruise)

Savings of 60%!

Upgrade from $100pp per day - Princess Premier package

  • Premier Beverage Package – including beverages up to the value of $30 per drink  includes unlimited juice bar
  • Unlimited Specialty dining meals (NEW!)
  • Multi-Device Wi-Fi (4 devices per guest)
  • Premium desserts (unlimited)
  • Fitness classes (unlimited)
  • Photo Package
  • Medallion Accessory
  • Reserved Theatre Seating
  • NEW OceanNow & Room Service Delivery
  • NEW Casual dining meals (Unlimited)

Savings of 70%!

Itinerary

16-Mar-26
Celebrate the start of your journey with an exclusive "Flavours of South Australia Welcome Dinner", held at the Adelaide Parklands Terminal, showcasing fabulous food and world-class wine, this dinner promises to deliver the best bottles from around South Australia and sublime regional offerings from both land and sea.

After dinner, you'll be welcomed aboard the Indian Pacific where you will settle into your cabin, or head to the lounge for a night-cap as you begin your journey towards Sydney. (D)

17-Mar-26
Crossing the border during the night, you'll wake up in Broken Hill, New South Wales. Enjoy a hearty breakfast, ready for the day's activities in the Silver City.

You'll have a choice of Off Train

Experiences, including guided history, art and cultural experiences that showcase the highlights of Australia's first heritage-listed city.

Returning to the train for lunch, admire the scenery as the Indian Pacific travels through regional New South Wales.

Tonight, dinner is served on board as you make the most of your final night exploring Australia by train. (B,L,D)

18-Mar-26
The Blue Mountains is known for its soaring sandstone ridges wrapped in native flora. This World Heritage-listed area marks your final stop before arriving in Sydney. Say goodbye to the Indian Pacific after breakfast, to travel deep into the mountains for this afternoon's Off Train Experiences.

Scenic World includes four phenomenal mountain experiences, from the Scenic Skyway, which takes you over ancient ravines, with 360-degree vistas to the Scenic Cableway that glides over the forest to the valley floor and the Scenic Railway, the steepest passenger railway in the world. Alternatively, stretch your legs on a guided walk with spectacular views from numerous lookouts along the trail. Both experiences end at Echo Point Lookout, perched on the edge of the escarpment in Katoomba, where a light lunch is served.

Complete your journey on our chartered New South Wales rail service (fully hosted by your Indian Pacific train crew) into Sydney Central Station. (B,L)

Enjoy an overnight stay in Sydney

19-Mar-26
Enjoy an overnight stay in Sydney

20-Mar-26
Enjoy an overnight stay in Sydney

21-Mar-26       
Embark on the Crown Princess in Sydney to sail away at 6:45pm

22-Mar-26      
At Sea

23-Mar-26      
Hobart, Australia       
Arrive 9:00am Depart 7:00pm

24-Mar-26      
At Sea

25-Mar-26      
Melbourne, Australia
Arrive 7:00am Depart 10:00pm

26-Mar-26      
At Sea

27-Mar-26      
Arrive in Adelaide at 7am

Dates/Prices

Itinerary

Booking terms and conditions apply.

* Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.

Destinations featured in this deal

Australia Tasmania New South Wales South Australia

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