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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Embark on classic all-inclusive rail journey or curated holiday package deep into the heart of Australia onboard the legendary Ghan.
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.
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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3 Days Adelaide to Darwin
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5 Days Perth to Sydney
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15 Days Adelaide to Darwin
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Journey overnight from Adelaide was a bit rocky due to the tracks otherwise the journey was very pleasant. Was a wonderful journey through varying scenery across Australia. Thank you Tracey & Global Journeys for another great holiday.
The customer service manager for our 4 carriages arranged for the musician to perform an unscheduled set for us and she raided the Platinum bar and provided many bottles of Bollinger champagne. They well and truly created a party atmosphere - we didn't go hungry and the champagne flowed! All carriages were very clean and tidy, the food was fabulous - great variety, very good quality and great service. The bed was comfortable but I found the noise of the train made it difficult to sleep. I think as well as the chocolate that's placed on your bed each night they should also provide ear plugs.
A quick stop in Adelaide where I enjoyed the opportunity to visit Adelaide Central Markets. The Blue Mountains off train experience was great - skyway, cable car, the world's steepest passenger train and lunch. The evening stop in Kalgoorlie was a waste of time as we couldn't see anything in the dark. We got off the train some time after 9pm and didn't re-board till 12.50am! I hope to do another train journey in the future but will definitely source ear plugs!
The Journey Beyond Experience Choose to travel with Journey Beyond on your next adventure!
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.
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.
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.
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.
FAQ's
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 All the boring small print. We recommend you read them, as no one likes surprises!
- Please read Journey Beyond Terms & Conditions
- Please also read Global Journeys' Terms & Conditions if you haven't already.
