For such a far-away continent, Australasia feels instantly familiar, with many of its most famous images emblazoned in popular culture. We visit a large number of these on our train holidays in Australasia, taking in a variety of classic landscapes - from the celebrated Great Barrier Reef under Australia's seas to the mighty Uluru rock in the heart of the desert.
We also take in many amazing natural wonders on our New Zealand tour, such as the idyllic Bay of Islands, the vast Franz Josef glacier, and some of the ever-popular Lord of the Rings film locations.
Of course our Australasian rail holidays also take in the main cities, such as Auckland in New Zealand or Sydney in Australia, where you can admire the iconic Opera House and the graceful Harbour Bridge.
As with any of our rail holidays, our Australasian tours include not only great hotels and the services of a professional Tour Manager, but also high quality travel on many classic rail routes.
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Classic
(70 reviews)Discover New Zealand's dazzling cities, extraordinary national parks, spectacular mountains and breathtaking Fiordland on this epic tour of the North and South Islands. This fabulous tour combines the greatest features of this wonderful country in one holiday: superb railways, glorious landscapes and the warm and welcoming Māori culture.
Classic
(36 reviews)Join us on an epic adventure into this vast, vibrant and varied land to experience Australia's spectacular natural wonders, from the rainforests of tropical Cairns and kaleidoscopic colours of the Great Barrier Reef to the burnished red tones of the ancient sacred site of Uluru. Explore laid-back Adelaide and its world-acclaimed wine region,...
Classic
Embark on a journey of a lifetime, witnessing iconic landmarks, spectacular natural wonders and discovering the indigenous culture of Australia and New Zealand. Encounter the tropical rainforests of the Great Barrier Reef and the sacred site of Uluru; experience the thermal lakes of Rotorua and an evening of Māori culture, food and dance. Visit...
Luxury
Take the journey of a lifetime on the Indian Pacific rail route from Perth to Sydney. See Australia in a unique way, aboard this plush and stylish train, experiencing the country's landscape from a privileged perspective. Then spend some time in Sydney, the iconic harbour city, where you can experience the famous beaches, the opera house, and all...
Luxury
Take the journey of a lifetime as you travel aboard The Ghan and experience the golden age of travel onboard this luxurious train whilst traversing the expanse of Australia, spanning from its southernmost tip to its northern reaches. This incredible adventure takes you through the 'red centre' of Australia, from Adalaide to Darwin, allowing you to...
Luxury
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey from Sydney to Perth aboard the iconic Indian Pacific train and travel in the style of the golden age of travel. This luxury train takes you from the famous harbour city of Sydney, home to the iconic Sydney Opera House, to Perth, a vibrant urban city with a bustling arts scene. Sit back and watch the diverse...
Luxury
Let the charms of Australia beguile and delight you on this truly epic journey from Sydney to Ayers Rock. Travel aboard the iconic The Ghan sleeper train and experience the golden age of travel as you pass by inspiring sights and diverse landscapes. You'll explore some of Australia's most famous cities and you'll discover aboriginal art, all while...
Discover the fantastic railways of Australasia. It should come as no surprise that we love railways and we know many of you do too! That's why our tours feature some of the most iconic railways and trains on the continent.
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