The Ultimate Australian Rail, Tour & Cruise Experience

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D​ay 1 - 21 August 2024 - Board the Indian Pacific in Sydney
Departing Sydney’s Central Station, the anticipation builds for the trip ahead as you settle into your first evening on the Indian Pacific, enjoying the fabulous food, wine and service and the social atmosphere of this much-loved rail journey.

Overnight: 3 nights Indian Pacific

Day 2 - 22 August 2024 - Indian Pacific, Broken Hill & Adelaide
After breakfast, prepare for your first Off Train Experience in Broken Hill, exploring the beauty of the Silver City and discovering its mining history or the artistic culture that abounds in the area. Back on board, after approaching the southern tip of the Flinders Ranges, the train weaves its way into Adelaide. You’ll have more afternoon Off Train Experiences to choose from before returning to the train.

Day 3 - 23 August 2024 - Indian Pacific, Nullarbor Plain
Today, wake up and marvel at the barren beauty of the Nullarbor Plain. Taking its name from the Latin meaning ‘no trees’, the ancient plain conjures a sense of limitless space and time, making this journey all about those amazing outback views as you cross this famous stretch of the Australian interior. Canapes and drinks will be served this evening under an outback sky on the edge of the country’s greatest sheep station at Rawlinna.

Day 4 - 24 August 2024 - Indian Pacific, Perth
Watch the delightful Avon Valley pass by as the final stage of your transcontinental crossing unfolds, heading into Perth, where your connection with the Indian Ocean begins. Transfer from the East Perth Rail Terminal to your overnight accommodation. Check in to The Westin Perth, are juvenating haven with luxury accommodation, 5-staramenities and world-class food and beverage outlets. Take a stroll through the colourful streets of Perth city or simply relax in the comforts of your accommodation in preparation for your journey aboard Silver Cloud tomorrow. (B)OVERNIGHT: 1 night The Westin Perth

Day 5 - 25 August 2024 - Board Silver Cloud in Perth
Today you will transfer from your Perth accommodation to the Port of Fremantle, here you can explore all that Fremantle has to offer - the coastal city has undergone a complete revamp since the America's Cup thrust Fremantle into the spotlight in 1987. The arts has brought Fremantle to the fore of thriving urban culture, with groovy live-music rooms, hipster bars, boutique hotels, left-field bookshops, craft-beer breweries, Indian Ocean seafood shacks amid the buskers and beaches. If that doesn’t sound like your glass of beer, we guarantee a stroll along the wooden riverside walkway will change your mind. The city also enjoys another, rather different status. Fremantle was one of Australia’s penal cities, vestiges of which can still be found in Fremantle Prison. Almost 10,000 convicts were condemned to life imprisonment here between 1850 and1868, but the prison remained in use until 1991. Today, the memorable sandstone building is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and at just 15 minutes from port is well worth a visit. Just don’t forget your get out of jail free card. Board Silver Cloud for your coastal cruising and settle into your elegant cabin, make yourself comfortable, enjoy dinner and perhaps have a nightcap at Dolce Vita.

Overnight: 17 nights Silver Cloud

Day 6 - 26 August 2024 - Silver Cloud, Abrolhos Islands
Arrive in the Abrolhos Islands early afternoon where you will spend the next two days. Human drama and nature rival each other to be the most fascinating drawcards of the Houtman Abrolhos or Abrolhos Islands. In 1629 the Dutch ship Batavia was wrecked, with most crew and passengers reaching dryin hospitable Beacon Island. Thus, began a horror story of mutiny, betrayal, and survival. On one island, soldiers built a stone stockade which is the first European structure in Australia. Eventually the remaining survivors were rescued, and the murderers were hung on one island or marooned on the mainland (Australia’s first European settlers). Acentury later, desperate survivors of another wrecked Dutch ship Zeewijk lived (or died) for ten months on the islands.

Day 7 - 27 August 2024 - Silver Cloud, Abrolhos Islands
Life in the sea is an unusual mix. The warm south ward flowing Leeuwin Current meets cool southern waters at Abrolhos creating homes for both tropical and temperate marine life. A diverse coral reef grows beside cool water algae. Two thirds of the 400 fish species are tropical, while cool water-favouring Australian Sea-lions and Western Rock Lobsters (Australia’s most valuable fishery) are close to their northern limit. Seabirds, like the cooler climate Pacific Gulls, mix with tropical species like Bridled and Roseate Terns. The only colony of the Australian Lesser Noddy breeds here, along with two million Wedge-tailed Shear waters. On land, amongst the Nitre shrubs and Saltbushes, are Abrolhos Painted Quails and Dwarf Bearded Dragons and shy Tammar Wallabies. Their ancestors survived the hungry castaways.

D​ay 8 - 28 August 2024 - Silver Cloud, Cape Peron, Shark Bay
Shark Bay is Australia’s largest bay, with a beach stretching over 1,000 kilometres. François Peron National Park lies within the Shark Bay World Heritage area and adjacent to the Shark Bay Marine Park. This is where the rust-red desert sand meets the dazzling white-sand beach and the azure waters of the sea. At the northerly tip of the national park is Cape Peron, sitting at the confluence of two major currents, the cape attracts an impressive array of marine life. Take a hike with the expedition team from Cape Peronto the Skipjack Point viewing platforms, perched on the cliffedge with views out across the marine park. Alternatively, join the expedition team for an interpretive nature walkthrough the impressive landscape of acacia-cloaked red dunes and arid shrublands surrounded by turquoise water with views over the coastline.

D​ay 9 - 29 August 2024 - Silver Cloud, North Muiron Island
A spectacular collision of colour spills across the seabed around North Muiron Island - which has to be one of the best spots in the world for snorkelling and scuba diving. Immerse yourself in this underwater universe as tiny fish flit between the corals, and elegant rays sweep gracefully past. Sitting off the North West Cape, the two utterly unspoiled Muiron Islands are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site listed Ningaloo Coast. Warm Indian Oceanwaters collide with the cooler waters of the West Australian Current here, forming a remarkable biological hot spot that thrives with rich life and incredible diversity. These unique conditions form masses of plankton forgentle giants of the ocean to graze upon - even luring groups of the ocean’s biggest fish - colossal whale sharks. From March to July, the cows of the sea carefully vacuum the seabed for their food. Other massive mammals, like dugongs, dolphins, and pilot whales, also drop in throughout the year. Snorkel to look into the riot of activity below the undulating waves. Spot turtles, parrotfish, and butterfly fish among the thousands of species at home in these balmy waters. A true Gem of Western Australia’s Coral Coast, the remarkable reefs of North Muiron Island serve up a brilliant banquet of colour and curiosity.

D​ay 10 - 30 August 2024, Silver Cloud, Montebello Islands
Montebello is Italian for ‘beautiful mountain’. What a misnomer! The islands are low, flat, and arid. They were named by French Explorer Nicolas Baud in in 1801 after a battle in Italy. The war-like name may suit, as the British used the islands for three nuclear bomb tests in the 1950s.Today visitors must avoid two radioactive islands. Other islands are okay to explore. Two endangered mammals—the Mala (Rufous Hare-Wallaby) and the Djoongari (Shark Bay Mouse)— thrive here. They were almost wiped out by introduced cats and foxes on the mainland and were brought to this island ark for safety. The 170 islands are120 kilometres (75 miles) off mainland Australia. Aboriginal people visited until eight thousand years ago, when rising sea levels after the last ice age made them too far offshore to reach. The next visitors were in 1622 when survivors of the wrecked British ship Try all reached the arid islands. Porcupine Grass or Spinifex grows on rocky areas while wattle shrubs favours and. The islands are an important seabird breeding colony. Look for Roseate and Greater Crested Terns. Sooty Oystercatchers forage on the rocks while Beach Stone-curlews roam beaches. Coral reefs and lagoons surround the islands in the Montebello Marine Park. One hundred and fifty species of hard coral, 450species of fish and 170 species of echinoderms (sea stars, sea urchins and sea cucumbers) keep snorkellers happy. Green, Hawksbill and Flatback Turtles nest on beaches and provide highlights when seen in the water.

D​ay 11 - 31 August 2024 - Silver Cloud, Rowley Shoals
Some 300 kilometres northwest of Broome, the Rowley shoals consists of the three reefs Imperieuse, Clerke and Mermaid. The first two reefs form the Rowley Shoals Marine Park and have sandy cays that will still be visible at high tide. Bedwell Island, a small sandy cay inside Clerke Reef, is home to one of Western Australia’s two colonies of Red-tailed Tropicbirds. Other birds nesting on the island are Wedge-tailed Shearwaters, White-bellied Sea-Eagles, Eastern Reef-Egrets, and terns. The Mermaid Reef Commonwealth Marine Reserve is slightly further northeast and is the closest to land.

D​ay 12 - 1 September 2024 - Silver Cloud, Lacepedes Islands
Declared an A-class nature reserve in 1970, the Lacapede Islands are a little paradise for bird lovers. Its brown booby colony, possibly the largest on the planet, awaits you with a joyful cacophony. Even if located just off the impressive Kimberley Coast, an expedition to the Lacepedes feels like discovering a wild and remote place. If some might call them ‘Australia’s Galapagos’, they were actually named after French naturalist Bernard Germain de Lacépède, who studied many Australian fish species. Before becoming a protected natural reserve, the Lacepedes also witnessed bleak moments - the islands used to be the place where kidnapped Aborigines were held before being sent to work in the pearl industry. Their unique location makes the Lacepedes an important breeding centre for many birds and marine life species. Masked Boobies, Australian Pelicans, Lesser Frigate Birds but also the endangered Green Turtle populate the islands. Our Zodiac excursions are the most ideal way to admire the ballet of birds flying in this stunning West Australian scenery. Nature lovers or not, prepare to be amazed.

D​ay 13 - 2 September 2024 - Silver Cloud, Adele Island, Kimberley
Appearing like a charmed apparition, Adele Island is an oasis of tranquility peeking out of the Indian Ocean. It’s hard to capture the sense of quiet perfection as you stand on this sandy paradise, 65 miles away from Kimberley’s rugged coast. The changeable sands of the island expand and contract with the contented sighs of the tides, and wide sandbanks ebb and flow with the whims of the water. At the core of Adele Island is a gorgeous tidal lagoon, rich in biodiversity. The island is a thriving ocean outpost for breeding birds and turtles, and the hospitable waters forma lively nursery for young humpback whales and bottlenose dolphins. Keep an eye out for large silhouettes sliding just below the shallow surface. The knee-deep sea here means you can easily spot wonderful sea creatures swimming agilely past. Keep your wits about you though, there may also be beady-eyed crocodiles, slaloming menacingly. Encounter beautiful sea turtles, diverse fish life, and remarkable birds like the lesser frigate bird and brown booby, all while exploring this pristine island gem. Stand in awe as plumes of seabirds rotate around you like a gentle whirlwind. Endless fields of immaculate coral reefs coat the seabed, alive like underwater cities, bustling with life and characters. With only the sounds of rhythmic waves sloshing, sandy footsteps crunching and vocal bird life singing out, melodic Adele Island hits all the right notes.

D​ay 14 - 3 September 2024 - Silver Cloud, Buccaneer Archipelago Region
Set off the coast of Western Australia, the Buccaneer Archipelago is one of the Kimberley’s finest secrets. The Archipelago, 50 k2 (19 sq. mi), is made up of around 800islands and protect the mainland from the huge 12 metretides and astonishing speed of the Yampi (or, in traditional Aborigine, “Yampee”) Sound. The speed and power of the water may not make for pleasant bathing but do however result in fantastic natural phenomena. One fine example is the horizontal reversible waterfall in Talbot Bay. The tidal pull is responsible for the “reversible” nature of the falls; however, this also hides narrow gaps between the islands, making for treacherous sailing conditions. Isolated graves of sailors and divers are testimony to the danger. William Dampier sighted the Archipelago in 1688 but it would not be until 1821 that the Archipelago would become known as Buccaneer (a term coined by Captain Phillip Parker King) "in commemoration of William Dampier’s visit to this part of the coast ". Commander John Lort Stokes also noted the area in his 1838 record. Enterprising individuals were initially attracted to the Buccaneer Archipelago in the1800s due to the superior pearling as well as the rich iron ore deposits. Pearling conducted by luggers in the 1880swas concentrated in Cygnet Bay, Cascade Bay, Cone Bay and Strickland Bay. More recently, mining operators established open-cut mines on Koolan Island on the eastside of the Sound. Some of the richest iron ore in the world is extracted here to this day.

D​ay 15 - 4 September 2024 - Silver Cloud, Hunter River Region
Arrive in the Hunter River Region where you will spend the next two days. The Hunter River is home to an immense mangrove system surrounded by soaring red sandstone cliffs. Narrow mangrove channels shelter numerous bird species, mudskippers, fiddler crabs and the infamous saltwater crocodile; the most aggressive crocodile species known toman. Naturalist Island at the mouth of the river has a stunning stretch of sandy beach that makes a perfect landing site for small helicopters that can pick up visitors wishing to explore some of the Kimberley’s vast interior.

D​ay 16 - 5 September 2024 - Silver Cloud, Hunter River Region
The highlight inland is the famous Mitchell Falls where fourtiers of waterfalls plunge into deep pools that flow out into the mighty Mitchell River. The headwaters of the falls are cool and a dip in the fresh water is a welcome reprieve from the heat of the heartland.

D​ay 17 - 6 September 2024 - Silver Cloud, King George River
The King George Falls is one of the Kimberley’s most magnificent natural wonders. At 80 meters (260 feet), the thundering spectacle of twin cascades are among the highest in Australia. The river weaves through an amazing land scape of near vertical red rock formations and a parade of wildlife — carnivorous saltwater crocodiles and amazing birdlife, including giant raptors and the Brahminy Kite.

D​ay 18 - 7 September 2024 - Silver Cloud, Wyndham
Wyndham is a small settlement with the spirit of a Kimberley outback township. It was established in 1886with the Halls Creek gold rush and sits on the Cambridge Gulf where several rivers converge. Today Wyndham has a population of roughly 900 people and operates largely as a port exporting cattle, servicing the mining industry, and hosting a few small ships. For these vessels Wyndham is a gateway to the nearby Ord River. Conversely, cruising the peaceful and tree-lined Ord River is a chance to look for fresh water crocodiles, fruit bats, short-eared rock wallabies and a variety of birds, including Mangrove Herons and Mangrove Gerygones. Please note: All destinations on voyages in the Kimberley region, and the order in which they are visited, are subject to tidal variations and weather conditions.

D​ay 19 - 8 September 2024 - Silver Cloud, at sea
Days at sea are the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind and catch up with what you’ve been meaning to do. So, whether that is going to the gym, visiting the spa, whale watching, catching up on your reading or simply topping upyour tan, these blue sea days are the perfect balance to busy days spent exploring shore side.

D​ay 20 - 9 September 2024 - Silver Cloud, Matakus Island
The eastern part of Indonesia is a true paradise on Earth. Home to countless beautiful, unexplored destinations that have not enjoyed the tourism boom that many other parts of the country have. Matakus Island is one such destination. This makes it a perfect place for those who have a sense of adventure and truly want to explore off the beaten path. Matakus is a small island and part of the Tanimbar archipelago. At just over two miles in length and less than a mile across, it is one of the smaller islands but, despite its small size, its proximity to the regional capital city of Saumlaki just to the north ensures that the island is inhabited (current population 100). The tourism infrastructure is practically inexistent, so don’t expect to be souvenir shopping here – ordering a lunch of delicious freshly caught and grilled fish from one of the local fishermen that line the shore is about the maximum! Birds including the Tanimbar starling, Moluccan masked owl, Fawn-breasted thrush, and Blue-streaked lorry all call the island home.

D​ay 21 - 10 September 2024 - Silver Cloud, at sea
Enjoy a leisurely day at sea and take advantage of the luxurious onboard services. Visit the Observation Lounge with exceptional views overlooking the ocean as it stretches out below you while you take in the views or simply relax with a book.

D​ay 22 - 11 September 2024 - Disembark Silver Cloud in Darwin
Australia's capital of the north is a uniquely tropical city, and a historically isolated outpost of this vast, diverse country. Reaching up towards the equator, a full 2,000miles from Sydney and Melbourne, the city was named in honour of Charles Darwin by the British settlers who established a frontier outpost here. With a unique history, beautiful islands nearby, and a palette of sizzling Pacific flavours, colourful Darwin is an enchanting and exotic Australian destination. This morning, Silver Cloud will dock in the Port of Darwin, where you will disembark and be transferred to the Hilton Darwin, an ideal location in the heart of the city.

Overnight: 3 nights Hilton Darwin

D​ay 23 - 12 September 2024 - Darwin, Leisure Day
Your Silversea Cruises experience concludes at Hilton Darwin this morning. Relax in the comforts of your accommodation or perhaps make your way down to the waterfront and enjoy the tropical Darwin weather. Much of Darwin’s action happens along this revitalised waterfront, which is lined with restaurants, shops, sandy lagoons, and parklands.

D​ay 24 - 13 September 2024 - Darwin, Leisure Day, Darwin Harbour Dinner Cruise
Today is yours to explore Darwin at your leisure. This evening enjoy a dinner cruise on Darwin Harbour aboard a modern and spacious catamaran in air-conditioned comfort. View the spectacular Darwin sunset while enjoying a delicious Territory-style dinner.

D​ay 25 - 14 September 2024 - Board The Ghan Expedition in Darwin
This morning, it’s time to board The Ghan. Settle in as your relax in your cabin or mingle with fellow travellers. Enjoy lunch on board before you arrive in Katherine for your first Off Train Experience. In a region renowned for jaw dropping natural assets, Katherine boasts one of the Top End’s best – the incredible Nitmiluk Gorge.

Overnight: 3 nights The Ghan Expedition

D​ay 26 - 15 September 2024 - The Ghan Expedition, Alice Springs
After breakfast you’ll arrive into Alice Springs, with plenty of time to explore the iconic town in the red heart of Australia. Prepare for a day of fascinating experiences and in the evening, dine under a million stars at the Alice Springs Telegraph Station.

D​ay 27 - 16 September 2024 - The Ghan Expedition, Coober Pedy
After a morning stop at the outback outpost of Manguri, you’ll venture into the weird and wonderful opal mining township of Coober Pedy, where more than half of the residents live underground. Here, you’ll enjoy a day of discovery, and a gourmet lunch in the most unique of locations: underground. Discover the diversity of Coober Pedy’s spectacular Breakaways on your guided walking tour, taking in the colourful low hills that from a distance look as if they have ‘broken away’ from the higher ground of the reserve. This area was once an inland sea and overtime, has transformed into a dramatic landscape that changes colour with the passing of the sun, creating an almost surreal panorama. Dinner is served back on the train, where you can enjoy a nightcap as your journey continues.

D​ay 28 - 17 September 2024 - The Ghan Expedition, Adelaide
After completing the famous north-south crossing of Australia’s interior, you will arrive into Adelaide, where your adventure comes to an end, leaving you with memories of awe-inspiring landscapes and unique experiences that will last a lifetime.

**Please note the above itinerary is subject to change without notice.

One Departure Only

• Wednesday 21 August – 17 September 2024:

• Gold Twin cabin - from $35,295 per person*
• Gold Single cabin - from $61,995 per person*

Call our Brisbane based travel team on 1300 414 198 to secure your place now! We can also assist with booking your flights, airport transfers and arranging travel insurance.

*Pricing based on a Vista Suite aboard Silver Cloud. Cabin upgrades to a Veranda Suite and Deluxe Veranda Suite aboard Silver Cloud are available at an additional cost. Rail pricing based on Advance Saver Holiday fares are subject to availability. Prices are subject to change without notice. Further conditions apply.

The Indian Pacific - Gold Class cabin:

Spend hours deep in conversation with a travelling partner or lose yourself in a lifetime of thoughts. And after a day of off-train activities, your cabin provides the perfect place to relax and recharge before heading for the lounge or dining carriage. With room to stretch out and all the comforts of home, Gold Service is the most popular level of service aboard The Indian Pacific. You’ll enjoy private cabin accommodation together with all-inclusive dining, beverages and a range of fascinating Off Train Excursions at key stops.

• Gold Twin - a comfortable sleeper cabin featuring private en suite and upper and lower berths that convert to a three-seater lounge by day
• Gold Single - a compact sleeper cabin featuring a bed that converts to a seat by day and shared shower/toilet facilities located at the end of the carriage

Silver Cloud Cruise:

Silver Cloud is the first hybrid ship in our fleet and brings the remote and remarkable to you in ultra-luxurious comfort. Her large suites, destination itineraries and unparalleled service make her truly special. Four dining options will tantalise your taste buds, and as 80% of her suites include a veranda, watching a breaching whale from the comfort of your balcony never been so personal. A limited number of guests in polar waters (240 vs. 254) and in the Kimberley (200 vs. 254), mean that Silver Cloud has one of the highest crew to guest and space to guest ratios in expedition cruising. With her 20 zodiacs, 10 kayaks, possibilities are almost limitless with ship-wide simultaneous explorations.

The Ghan:

Platinum Service (twin and double share):

Boasting deluxe extras such as Platinum Transfers, in-cabin breakfasts and access to the Platinum Lounge and Restaurant, Platinum Service promises and delivers a journey beyond expectations. The first thing you'll notice about your Platinum cabin is the abundance of space, almost twice the size of a Gold Twin Cabin. By day your cabin is configured as a private lounge with deluxe lounge seating, a table and two ottomans. By night you'll sleep easy as the lounges convert to a comfortable bedroom with either a double bed or twin beds.

Gold Superior (double share): Limited cabins available

A Superior cabin in Gold Service is a unique way to travel. You'll enjoy private accommodation together with all-inclusive dining, beverages and a range of fascinating off-train excursions.

Gold Superior cabins feature a ¾ size double bed plus an additional fold down upper berth, lounge area, TV and DVD player, mini-bar and en suite. In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary are available and power outlets can be found in cabins.

Gold Service (Single and twin share):

You'll enjoy private cabin accommodation together with all-inclusive dining, beverages and a range of fascinating Off Train Excursions at key stops. Gold Service accommodation is available in both single and twin-share so you can choose to travel with your partner, friends or roll solo.

During the day, the compact Twin Berth Sleeper Cabins offer a comfortable three seater lounge, converting to an upper and lower sleeping berth at night. And with top notch service from our hospitality attendant, you'll enjoy fresh sheets, bath towels, pillows, doonas and complimentary toiletries. Twin Berth Sleeper Cabins have private en suite facilities with a hide-away compact toilet, wash basin and shower. 

*A valid passport is required to travel onboard Silver Cloud Shore Excursions are subject to change and may have capacity limits. Some shore excursions incur an additional cost.

Standard of dress onboard the train:
It is your holiday and we want you to be comfortable, so smart casual attire is recommended. Warm clothes are recommended for evenings onboard the train, as the air-conditioning can be cool. It is recommended that guests pack a hat, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes for off-train touring. Sensible shoes are advisable for walking between carriages. 

Cabins onboard the train:
Single Gold Cabins - compact sleeper cabin featuring a bed that converts to a seat by day, private vanity, with shared shower/toilet facilities located at the end of the carriage.

Twin Gold Cabins - comfortable sleeper cabin featuring upper and lower sleeping berths that convert to a three-seater lounge by day. Private compact en-suite featuring a shower and toilet.

Luggage Allowance:
Guests should bring an overnight bag to their cabin containing everything needed for the journey. Each guest travelling is entitled to checked in luggage, however checked in luggage cannot be accessed during the journey. In Gold Service, guests are allowed 2 bags x 30kg and guests travelling in Platinum Service are allowed 3 bags x 30kg.