INDIAN-PACIFIC Sydney-Adelaide-Perth

Journey duration: Three days and three nights (65 hours) one way.
This transcontinental hotel on wheels operates twice a week throughout the year and provides a smooth, comfortable journey across the continent. The 4,350 kilometre (2,704-mile) journey bridges the distance between the two oceans that give the Indian-Pacific its name.

From Sydney, the train crosses the Blue Mountains to Lithgow, then passes through the rural centres of Bathurst, Orange and Parkes. The next stop is Broken Hill, a mining town near the South Australian border. Dipping south-west, the Indian-Pacific travels on to Adelaide, capital of South Australia. From Adelaide, the route lies northerly through wheat country to Port Augusta on the Spencer Gulf.

Here the journey swings westward into the unique and fascinating Nullarbor Plain and the famous "Long Straight", 478.4 km of unbending track between Ooldea and Nurina. The next stop is Cook, then it's across the border into Western Australia to the goldfields town of Kalgoorlie. The final stretch takes in the wheatbelt and the Darling Ranges, and finally Perth, on the Swan River.

Optional off-train excursions in Broken Hill, Adelaide, Cook, Kalgoolie and Perth are now available and can be purchased on the train.

Accommodation Aboard:
Coach Class (economy class) Seat:	Adjustable, roomy easy-chair with foot support. There is a separate area for smokers. Beverages, snacks and meals can be purchased in the buffet-carriage. Showers and lavatories are at the end of every carriage.
Holiday Class (economy class) 2 Persons Compartment:	During the day there are two easy-chairs opposite each other, and at night these are transformed into two made-up bunk beds. There are no single compartments in economy class, and 2 persons compartments shall be shared by independent travellers. At the end of each carriage there are lavatories and showers. For meals, you can make use of the restaurant and drinks are served in the lounge carriage.
First Class 2 Persons Compartment:	During the day there are three seats next to each other, and at night this changes into two made-up bunk beds. There is a lavatory, shower and washbasin in your compartment. All meals (included in the price), are reserved in the first class restaurant. The stylish lounge has separate areas for smokers and non-smokers.
First Class Single Person Compartment;	has one seat which is converted into a bed at night. There is a lavatory and washbasin in the compartment and the shower can be found at the end of the carriage.
First Class Deluxe Compartment:	is an extra spacious compartment with a full size double bed and a fold away single bed above, two large windows and comfortable chairs. Price on request.

TIMETABLE

Sydney - Adelaide - Perth				Perth - Adelaide - Sydney
		Monday	Thursday			Monday	Friday
Sydney	departure	14.55	14.55	Perth	departure	10.55	10.55
		Tuesday	Friday	Kalgoorlie	departure	22.30	23.30
Broken Hill	Departure	10.00	10.00			Wednesday	Sunday
Adelaide	arrival	16.50	16.50	Port Augusta	departure	00.20	01.45
Adelaide	departure	18.30	18.30	Adelaide	arrival	06.05	06.05
Port Augusta	departure	23.15	23.49	Adelaide	departure	07.45	07.45
		Wednesday	Saturday	Broken Hill	departure	16.30	16.30
Kalgoorlie	departure	22.30	22.30			Thursday	Monday
		Thursday	Sunday	Sydney	arrival	09.15	09.15
Perth	arrival	09.30	09.30

Times are subject to change

 

Prices:	Coach Seats	Sleeper Compartments
Per Person in AU$	Economy	Economy	First
Adelaide - Perth	283.00	879.00	1099.00
Sydney - Adelaide	176.00	439.00	549.00
Sydney - Perth v.v.	459.00	1199.00	1499.00

** First Class Sleeper rates include all meals aboard the Indian Pacific.
Children 4-15 years - price on application. Children under 4 years are free of charge - no seating and/or bed.

Special Note:- Reservation Fee & Administration Costs-
For a Sleeper Compartment or Seat Coach there is a A$10.00 reservation fee per party of travellers.
With partial or complete cancellation of ordered tickets the following cancellation costs will apply.
More than 30 days before departure:- 10% + A$25.00
30 - 7 days including before departure:- 20% + A$25.00
7 - 1 days including before departure:- 50% + A$25.00
After commencement or "no show" :- 100% + A$25.00

All prices include GST and are valid to 31/3/2002.