The Great Southern

Discover Australia’s South Coast Corner

Embrace the wonders of Australia’s south-east and enjoy the unique experiences of the Great Southern. Taking in the incredible sights of Brisbane, Canberra, and Adelaide, The Great Southern really lives up to its name. Choose to travel from either Brisbane to Adelaide or Adelaide to Brisbane, taking in the spectacular scenery of Australia’s Southern Coast.

 

About this journey

Choose from two journey options:

Brisbane to Adelaide – 4 days and 3 nights

Australians know their unique summer deserves to be celebrated – and that’s just what a Great Southern journey is all about. Departing Brisbane, you’ll travel south into the rolling hills of New South Wales before indulging in an incredible beachside dining experience in Coffs Harbour. 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, as you journey toward your final destination of Adelaide.

Adelaide to Brisbane – 3 days and 2 nights

Leaving Adelaide behind, you can relax, unwind and enjoy world-class service as the stunning landscapes glide by. On your three day journey, enjoy a mixture of time on train and the opportunity to immerse yourself in Off Train Experiences as you journey towards Brisbane. Lap up the spectacular scenery passing by your window, beginning in the magical Adelaide Hills and onto the ancient Grampians region in Victoria. Delve into the art, history and culinary culture of Canberra, and discover the nation’s capital. Feel the sand between your toes in the picturesque coastal town of Coffs Harbour. Then enjoy stunning views of northern New South Wales as you roll into the final destination of Brisbane.

Accommodation

  • Choose from Platinum, Gold Premium or Gold Service
  • Enjoy traditional Australian surroundings
  • Double or Twin cabins
  • By night each cabin is a private retreat for slumber
  • By day, each cabin becomes a quiet retreat for lounging
  • Power outlets
  • In-cabin audio commentary

Meals

  • All-inclusive dining
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Australian wines, beers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages

Other Services

  • All off-train excursions  and experiences
  • Luggage allowance (90kg for Platinum customers, 60kg for Gold)
  • Transfers available
  • Lounge Access
  • In-cabin safe
  • Smart-Casual dress code

Route: Brisbane to Adelaide

Brisbane – Canberra – Adelaide

 HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS

  • 4Days / 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

Bookings now available for 2025

 

Route: Adelaide to Brisbane

Adelaide – Canberra – Brisbane

HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS

  • 3 days / 2 nights aboard the Great Southern, travelling from Adelaide to Brisbane
  • All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages
  • A regionally-inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines
  • Off Train Experiences in the Grampians, Canberra and Coffs Harbour
  • Discover the Grampians, walk through the Venus Baths over Stoney Creek, or enjoy wine tastings with a view
  • Explore Canberra, visiting Parliament House, Australian War Memorial, or the National Portrait Gallery
  • Explore the coastal town of Coffs Harbour, or walk the Urunga Boardwalk

Bookings now available for 2025

Platinum Service

  • Spacious Double or Twin cabin almost twice the size of a Gold Premium Twin or Gold Twin cabin
  • All-inclusive dining, beverages, and Off Train Experiences
  • By day, cabins are set up lounge-style with a moveable table and two ottomans
  • By night, lounges are converted to double or twin beds
  • En suite equipped with separate shower, vanity with cupboard space, and toilet
  • Premium amenities, luxuriously soft linen and silk eye masks
  • Power outlets and in-cabin safe
  • In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary
  • Panoramic windows offering views from both sides of the train
  • Access to the exclusive Platinum Club for dining and socialising
  • Freshly prepared continental breakfasts served upon request in-cabin
  • Refreshments served in-cabin
  • Transfers at the start and end of your journey available for guests within 60 km of the terminal (Platinum transfers in Darwin are provided in multi-passenger vehicles)
  • 90 kg checked luggage allowance per guest (3 x 30 kg each)
  • Priority luggage check-in

 

Gold Premium Service

  • Choose between a Gold Premium Twin cabin or Gold Premium Suite
  • Newly designed, contemporary cabins
  • Premium amenities, luxuriously soft linen and silk eye masks
  • Exclusive access to the Gold Premium Lounge and Gold Premium Dining carriage
  • Two-course, regionally inspired lunches and four-course dinners
  • All-inclusive premium Australian wines, beers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages
  • All-inclusive Off Train Experiences and preferences on tour selections
  • 75kg checked luggage allowance per guest (3 x 25 kg each)
  • Priority luggage check-in
  • Power outlets in cabin
  • In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary
  • Complimentary shuttle bus transfers available in Darwin and Brisbane to selected hotels in the city centre

 

 

Gold Service

  • For Gold Twin, a comfortable sleeper cabin featuring private en suite and upper and lower berths that convert to a three-seater lounge by day
  • For 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
  • Power outlets in cabin
  • In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary available
  • All-inclusive dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant
  • All-inclusive Australian wines, beers, base spirits and non-alcoholic beverages
  • All-inclusive Off Train Experiences
  • Luggage allowance is 60kg per guest
  • Complimentary Shuttle bus transfers available in Darwin to selected hotels in the city centre