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Australia: The Southern Spirit

The new spirit of rail travel awaits. Enjoy a journey of discovery as The Southern Spirit wends its way through the rural heartlands of four states.

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The Southern Spirit

The facts

The Journey: Adelaide/ Melbourne to Brisbane or return, 5 nights and 6 days one way ex Adelaide or 4 nights and 5 days ex Melbourne.

Length of Journey: 6 days and 5 nights

Service: November 2011 until February 2012

Avergage speed of train: 53mph (max speed 70 mph)

Whistle Stop Tours

Whistle Stop Touring is included on selected locations en-route. The Southern Spirit highlights the essence of Australias southeast including The Grampians National Park, Ned Kelly Country, and the majestic Murray River. Visit the Western Plains then cross the awe inspiring Blue Mountains and descend to the Hunter Valley for an extended tour. Enjoy a taste of the pristine mid- north coast of New South Wales, with visits to Port Macquarie and Byron Bay.

THE SOUTHERN SPIRIT TIMETABLE 2012

ADELAIDE / MELBOURNE TO BRISBANE

Departs Adelaide 14/01/12 - 11/02/12 - 19/03/2012 - 07/05/12 - 04/06/12

Departs Melbourne 15/01/12 - 12/02/12 - 20/03/2012 - 08/05/12 - 05/06/12

Departs Brisbane 19/01/12 - 16/02/12 - 24/03/12 - 12/05/12 - 09/06/12

BRISBANE TO MELBOURNE /ADELAIDE

Departs Brisbane  21/01/2012 - 18/02/12 - 25/03/12 - 13/05/12 - 10/06/12

Departs Melbourne 25/01/12 - 22/01/12 - 29/03/12 - 17/05/12 - 14/06/12

Arrives Adelaide  26/01/12 - 23/02/12 - 30/03/12 - 18/05/12 - 15/06/12