Journey Beyond Rail

Venture further with curated, powerfully enriching holiday packages and rail journeys that capture Australia in all its guises. Journey Beyond offers much more than just seamless rail transit, including a huge range of expertly-crafted, all-inclusive experiences to create your own rich and rewarding personal journey, and fully immerse yourself in the unique environments their trains travel through.

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Journey Beyond at a glance...

Rail Journeys

Departures

2,944

Reviews

Budget

Premium

Trip Types

Rail Journeys

Accommodation

Private train cabins and premium hotels

Activity Level

Leisurely to moderate

Meals

All onboard meals; selected meals off train

Sightseeing

Included off-train excursions and regional experiences

Free Time

Some free time within a structured journey

Transport

Luxury trains and touring coaches

Age Range

0-99 Years

Airport Transfers

Included on selected itineraries

Gratuities

Not included

Guiding Style

Guest Mix

Mostly Australians, with international guests, generally aged 50+

Destinations Explored

Australia

Featured rail journeys

Showcasing our exclusive packages and Journey Beyond's most popular rail journeys

The Ghan Expedition

4 Days Darwin to Adelaide

Trip Style: Rail Journey

From 4,106pp

Save 135pp

The Indian Pacific - Perth To Sydney

5 Days Perth to Sydney

Trip Style: Rail Journey

From 3,812pp

Save 450pp

The Indian Pacific - Sydney To Perth

4 Days Sydney to Perth

Trip Style: Rail Journey

From 3,126pp

Save 360pp

Monarto Safari Stay

6 Days Darwin to Adelaide

Trip Style: Rail Packages

From 4,988pp

Save 150pp

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Popular ways to travel with Journey Beyond

Journey Beyond The Ghan — The Ghan

Embark on classic all-inclusive rail journey or curated holiday package deep into the heart of Australia onboard the legendary Ghan.

Journey Beyond Indian Pacific — Indian Pacific

A journey aboard the iconic Indian Pacific will whisk you between Perth, Adelaide and Sydney in comfort and style. Step onboard read more for an all-inclusive rail holiday you'll never forget.

Journey Beyond Great Southern — Great Southern

Step aboard the newest rail experience in Australia – an inspiring journey across Australia’s sublime south-east on board the Great Southern.

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Most recent Journey Beyond reviews

Reviews 15 Reviews

Average Rating 4.5 out of 5

5 Star

80%

4 Star

3 Star

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Ghan train 0 The Ghan Expedition Gwen, QLD, Australia, Mar 2026

Our holiday on the Ghan was wonderful. The staff on the train were fantastic and I would give them 10 out of 10. My family and I were in carriage C1 and C2. Hannah is lovely and nothing is too much trouble for her to deal with. I have booked through her before, and definitely will again.

Beautiful landscape 0 The Indian Pacific - Perth To Sydney Debbie and Warwick, NSW, Australia, Dec 2025

Once again Tracey helped us greatly with our booking. Prior to boarding the Indian Pacific at East Perth terminal, canapés and drinks were served on the platform. As it was a hot day it would have been preferred inside the terminal (air conditioned ). Once onboard the staff were excellent - friendly and helpful. Platinum cabin and service was great! read more

Relaxing trip on the Indian-Pacific 0 The Indian Pacific - Perth To Sydney Lynn, NSW, Australia, Jul 2025

This was a great way to unwind after a physically demanding trip around the Kimberley. The single cabin is small but comfortable and well-designed. The food was outstanding, the off-train excursions were fun, and there was plenty of time to sit and watch the scenery go by. Tracey was great with the booking and always answered any queries in a timely read more

Excellent trip so pleased we did it! 0 The Ghan - Adelaide To Alice Springs Bea and Bob, United Kingdom, Jul 2025

A brilliant journey across Australia. We went as far as Alice Springs (which was enough for us as we didn't sleep particularly well on the train), food, drinks and service were excellent. We would highly recommend this.

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What's it like travelling with Journey Beyond?

The Ghan Experience

Regarded as one of the world’s greatest rail journeys, The Ghan delivers so much more than an extended train ride. It promises access to parts of Australia no other holiday can come close to – the perfect balance of comfort and adventure, culminating in an experience that will move you in every sense of the word.

Onboard you will find sumptuous dining, elegant private cabins, attentive service, and the camaraderie of your fellow travellers. And when the train stops, the adventures begin. Choose from a range of included Off Train Experiences to create a rewarding personal journey through Australia’s outback and beyond. Travel on The Ghan or book a Ghan Expedition – an extended journey – as the foundation for your next adventure.

Indian Pacific

A journey aboard the iconic Indian Pacific will whisk you between Perth, Adelaide and Sydney in comfort and style. With epic transcontinental crossings between the Indian and Pacific oceans, step onboard for an all-inclusive rail holiday you'll never forget.

The Indian Pacific traverses mountain ranges, passes through arid deserts and goldfields, rocky valleys and subtropical savannahs on its transcontinental crossings. Named for the two oceans the train encounters on its journey, the Indian Pacific travels between Perth, Adelaide and Sydney on a spectacular 4352km crossing.

The Great Southern

With its rugged coastline, sun-kissed beaches, forested peaks, and exhilarating capital cities, Great Southern's journey between Brisbane and Adelaide feels like nowhere else in Australia.

Relax with everything taken care of on board including fine dining, premium wines and world-class hospitality, as you’re transported from buzzing cities to diverse landscapes and natural marvels.

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Journey Beyond Australia by Train (2027)

It’s north to south, east to west of ever-changing landscapes, culture and people. While there are many ways to see it, there’s only one way to do it with ease and in comfort. That’s the fabulous fun of rail travel, where everything comes together in a theatre-like performance. On board, the stage is set as your backdrop whistles by. Familiar and friendly service leads the way, with every moment another more

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FAQs

Can I fly out the same day as the train arrives?

We want you to enjoy your journey without concerns over flight times. We therefore would recommend you allow for an overnight stop before connecting to domestic or international flights. Journey Beyond does not accept liability for any missed connections due to late train arrivals.

Can I pre-book my Off-Train Experiences?

On the lead up to your journey on the Great Southern and Indian Pacific, you will receive an email advising that Off Train Experiences can be booked online within the two weeks prior to your departure. Ghan Expedition's – Uluru scenic flight upgrade - can be pre-booked by contacting us. Space is limited. All other Off Train Experiences can only be booked on train.

Can I request a forward-facing seat?

Yes, you are able to request forward facing-cabins aboard The Ghan, Indian Pacific and Great Southern at the time of booking; however, as approximately half of our cabins face forward, we are unable to guarantee a forward facing cabin depending on the number of requests we receive for any given departure.

Can I add my accommodation and touring to my rail journey?

The Global Journeys team would be happy to assist you with booking additional accommodation and touring either side of your rail journey.

When will I receive my final travel itinerary?

Your travel itinerary is emailed approximately 45 days prior to departure. You will receive final travel documents with any updates to your journey 14 days before your departure. You'll receive your cabin and carriage number upon check in. While cabin and seat numbers are assigned as a behind-the-scenes process in the weeks leading up to departure, this allocation can occasionally change in the lead up to your departure due to operational reasons.

Do I need any cash or credit cards onboard?

As our journeys are all-inclusive you will not need to buy anything unless you choose to purchase an Off Train Experience upgrade or souvenirs, which you can do onboard utilising our EFTPOS or credit card facilities. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide any cash out on our trains.

How much luggage can I take?

Luggage limits apply for both carry on and checked luggage. These limits vary depending on the level of service you are travelling in and by train. While on board The Ghan, Indian Pacific or Great Southern, you can access one piece of hand luggage plus a garment bag, cabin bag or briefcase per person, and store this within your cabin.

Is there a standard of dress on board?

It’s your holiday and we want you to be comfortable so smart casual attire is recommended. We also recommend warm clothes for Outback Experiences as mornings and evenings in the Outback can be cool, and hat, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes for your Off Train Experiences.

Terms & conditions

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