Circle Australia by Rail & Sail
23 night Cruise, Stay & Double Rail from $9,999
Journey:
Brisbane to Fremantle Cruise (Princess Cruises)
Perth to Adelaide Indian Pacific Rail
Adelaide to Brisbane Great Southern Rail
Departure: 26 November 2027
Traverse the length and breadth of Australia on board not just one, but two legendary rail journeys – enhanced by an immersive Princess Cruises Top End discovery.
From coastal discoveries to outback adventures, your fascinating duet of rail experiences invites you to uncover the heart of Australia – where rolling vineyards give way to sparkling waves and ochre expanses seem to stretch for an eternity.
Complementing your ultimate rail odyssey, Sapphire Princess® will transport you through cerulean seas from Brisbane to Perth.
Itinerary Map
Inclusions
- 15 night ‘Northern Explorer’ cruise on board Sapphire Princess®
- 2 night all-inclusive Indian Pacific Rail journey from Perth to Adelaide with all meals, fine wines, and beverages
- 4 night four-star hotel stay in Adelaide at the Crowne Plaza Adelaide with breakfast
- 2 night all-inclusive Great Southern Rail journey from Adelaide to Brisbane
- Off train experiences in Kalgoorlie, Cook, the Grampians, Canberra and Coffs Harbour
- All meals, fine wines, and beverages during rail journeys
- All meals aboard the 15 night cruise
- Half day Perth and Fremantle explorer tour with two course lunch
- Barossa Valley and Hahndorf tour with two-course lunch and wine tasting
Upgrade Available
Princess Plus® from $79pp per day
MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, Plus Beverage Package, four casual dining meals per guest, OceanNow® delivery and room service delivery.
Rail Upgrade
Upgrade to Gold Premium cabin on board the Indian Pacific and Great Southern trains from $1,700pp.
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1 – Brisbane – Embark Sapphire Princess®
Board Sapphire Princess® in Brisbane and settle into your stateroom as your 15-night Top End voyage begins.
Day 2 – At Sea
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea with access to the ship’s restaurants, entertainment, pools and onboard activities.
Day 3 – Willis Island (Scenic Cruising)
Cruise past remote Willis Island, located in the Coral Sea and home to an important Australian weather monitoring station.
Day 4 – Cairns
Arrive into tropical Cairns. Explore the vibrant waterfront, nearby rainforest regions or optional tours to the Great Barrier Reef.
Day 5 – At Sea
Relax on board as Sapphire Princess® continues north toward the Top End.
Day 6 – At Sea
Another day to enjoy the ship’s facilities, entertainment and dining experiences.
Day 7 – At Sea
Cruise through northern Australian waters while enjoying life on board.
Day 8 – Darwin
Discover Darwin, Australia’s tropical northern capital. Explore the waterfront precinct, Mindil Beach area or learn about the city’s wartime history.
Day 9 – At Sea
Spend the day at sea cruising westward toward the Kimberley region.
Day 10 – Kimberley Coast (Scenic Cruising)
Experience the rugged beauty of the Kimberley Coast with scenic cruising past dramatic cliffs, waterfalls and ancient landscapes.
Day 11 – Yampi Sound (Scenic Cruising)
Cruise through Yampi Sound, known for its striking red cliffs and untouched wilderness scenery.
Day 12 – Broome
Arrive into Broome, famous for Cable Beach, pearling history and laidback atmosphere.
Day 13 – At Sea
Enjoy another relaxing day on board Sapphire Princess®.
Day 14 – Exmouth
Visit Exmouth, gateway to the Ningaloo Reef and one of Western Australia’s most spectacular coastal regions.
Day 15 – At Sea
Final full day at sea before arriving into Western Australia.
Day 16 – Perth – Disembark Cruise & Board the Indian Pacific
Disembark Sapphire Princess® in Perth.
Enjoy a Perth and Fremantle explorer tour featuring Western Australian Cricket Ground, Optus Stadium, Kings Park Botanical Gardens, Millionaire’s Row, Cottesloe Beach and a two-course lunch.
Later, board the iconic Indian Pacific rail journey for your all-inclusive rail experience from Perth to Adelaide.
Day 17 – Indian Pacific
Continue your journey aboard the Indian Pacific.
Included off-train experiences: Kalgoorlie and Cook.
Enjoy all-inclusive dining, fine wines and beverages while travelling across the Nullarbor Plain.
Day 18 – Adelaide – Disembark Indian Pacific & Hotel Stay
Arrive into Adelaide and transfer to your four-star hotel, Crowne Plaza Adelaide. Remainder of the day at leisure.
Day 19 – Adelaide – Hotel Stay
Enjoy a free day in Adelaide to explore the city, laneways, markets and riverfront precinct.
Day 20 – Barossa Valley & Hahndorf Tour
Enjoy a full-day touring experience including Seppeltsfield Winery tasting, Lambert Estate two-course lunch and wine tasting, Adelaide Hills touring and a visit to Hahndorf, Australia’s oldest German settlement.
Return to Adelaide for overnight stay.
Day 21 – Adelaide – Leisure Day
Final day at leisure in Adelaide before your next rail adventure.
Day 22 – Board the Great Southern
Board the Great Southern rail journey from Adelaide to Brisbane.
Enjoy all-inclusive meals, beverages and onboard hospitality as your journey begins.
Day 23 – Great Southern Rail Journey
Continue aboard the Great Southern.
Included off-train experiences: Grampians, Canberra and Coffs Harbour.
Day 24 – Coffs Harbour to Brisbane
Complete your Great Southern rail experience and arrive back into Brisbane.
Price
| Departure City |
Suite |
Balcony |
Outside |
Inside |
| Brisbane |
$15,499 |
$14,499 |
$10,999 |
$9,999 |
| Sydney |
$16,199 |
$15,199 |
$11,699 |
$10,699 |
| Melbourne |
$16,199 |
$15,199 |
$11,699 |
$10,699 |
*Prices shown include discount and savings based on two passengers sharing a Balcony cabin, booking directly with Imagine Cruising.
*Prices based on a Gold Single cabin on board the Indian Pacific and Great Southern.