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Journeying from Brisbane to Adelaide over four days, immerse in some of Australia’s most spectacular coastal and inland scenery while tucking in to creative menus that showcase premium local food and wine.
Summer deserves a celebration – and what better celebration than travelling the east coast of Australia by train? Departing Brisbane, the Great Southern takes you south into the rolling hills of New South Wales before stopping for a signature beachside dining experience in Coffs Harbour. You’ll have time to meander through the historic vineyards of the Hunter Valley or explore beautiful Port Stephens by land or sea, before heading towards regional Victoria and Melbourne. Enjoy a mixture of relaxing time on train and immersive Off Train Experiences, before concluding your journey in Adelaide.
Departures & Pricing
Great Southern departs on Mondays from Brisbane to Adelaide
Multiple dates available in 2026
Prices below are for Departures - 21 December 2026 & 28 December 2026
- Gold Single Cabin from $2,990 pp* solo traveller
- Gold Twin Cabin from $3,390 pp* twin share
- Gold Premium Twin Cabin from $4,090 pp* twin share
- Aurora Suite from $10,990 pp* twin share
- Australis Suite from $16,390 pp* twin share
*Please note that prices are subject to availability at the time of booking and may change without notice. Advance Purchase fares are only available until sold out.
Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.
Great Southern
Itinerary
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BRISBANE AND COFFS HARBOUR
Begin your journey in Brisbane with a warm welcome before boarding the Great Southern. Enjoy lunch onboard as the train travels south, taking in the passing landscapes. Arrive in Coffs Harbour and enjoy sunset drinks and canapés at Charlesworth Bay, followed by an outdoor dinner featuring fresh seafood, regional produce and local wines, accompanied by live music. (L, D)
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HUNTER VALLEY, PORT STEPHENS OR NEWCASTLE
Enjoy breakfast onboard before choosing your Off Train Experience. Explore the Hunter Valley’s renowned wineries and enjoy a local lunch, discover Port Stephens by 4WD or boat with the chance to spot dolphins, or take a guided walking tour of Newcastle. Return to the train in the afternoon for a relaxed evening onboard. (B, L, D)
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REGIONAL VICTORIA OR MELBOURNE
Enjoy breakfast onboard before choosing your Off Train Experience. Visit Clyde Park for cool-climate wine tasting and a leisurely lunch, or explore Melbourne’s art, sporting and historic highlights, including the NGV, MCG or Old Melbourne Gaol. Take in city views from Melbourne Skydeck before returning to the train. (B, L, D)
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Arrive in Adelaide
Enjoy a final breakfast onboard as the Great Southern travels through regional South Australia, taking in the morning scenery. Arrive in Adelaide, bringing your memorable rail journey to a close. (B)
*Please note that the itinerary is subject to change
Inclusions & exclusions
What’s included
4 days / 3 nights aboard the Great Southern from Brisbane to Adelaide
- 3 nights aboard the Great Southern, travelling from Brisbane to Adelaide
- All-inclusive meals, fine wines and beverages
- A regionally-inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines
- Off Train Experiences at Coffs Harbour, the Hunter Valley Region, regional Victoria and Melbourne
- Enjoy a unique beachside dinner at Coffs Harbour, feasting on local produce and fresh seafood matched with fine wines
- Taste wines from the Hunter Valley, explore Port Stephens’ sun-soaked beaches and beautiful waterways, or take a walk through Newcastle
- Venture into Melbourne for a day spent exploring the city, or wine and dine in the beautiful Moorabool Valley
- FREE* return flights and one night’s accommodation in Adelaide or Brisbane – Book by 31 October
Not included
- Airfares
- Travel Insurance
Accommodation
Relax with everything taken care of while onboard including fine dining, premium wines and world-class hospitality, as you’re transported from buzzing cities to diverse landscapes and natural marvels.
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 Ghan, Great Southern, and 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 ensuite 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
- Gold Premium is a new style of travel sitting between Platinum and Gold. These contemporary cabins take inspiration from the Australian Outback. Convert from a lounge by day into upper and lower sleeping bugs at night, and have a compact ensuite including a toilet, washbasin and shower.
- Platinum Twin cabins are almost twice the size of a Gold Twin and features two single beds by night. By day, this cabin is configured as a private lounge with deluxe seating, a table and two ottomans.
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Send us an enquiry and a consultant will be in touch, or call 1300 414 198 for personal help choosing a departure.
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Travel further when you're not travelling alone
Our Social Getaways are small-group holidays designed especially for over-60s Australians who want the freedom of a great trip without the work of planning every detail. A Travel at 60 host travels with the group, the operator handles the logistics, and you get to focus on the bit that matters — the people, the places, and the stories you'll bring home.
Open to solo travellers too. Many of our travellers book on their own and find their feet quickly in a friendly group of like-minded Australians. Reduced single-supplement options are available on most departures — ask one of our consultants and we'll talk you through what's offered on this trip.
- A friendly Travel at 60 host — an Australian face on the ground, looking out for the group from day one.
- Curated local guides & boutique suppliers — the same operators we'd book for our own families.
- Real itineraries, not whirlwind tours — comfortable transfers, breathing room, and the “off the beaten track” stops the big bus tours skip.
Want to talk it through? Call 1300 414 198 7 days a week, Queensland time, and one of our consultants will walk you through it.
— The team at Travel at 60
