Regional Australia extends from stunning coastlines to the rugged outback and offers a wealth of natural wonders. Picturesque and ever-changing countryside, endless quaint towns and landscapes steeped in history in between, plus that always welcoming country hospitality. It brings an inviting escape from the big cities and rush of everyday life, ready to enhance our horizons and deepen our perspective of the backbone of this great nation. Regional Australia rail holidays are the perfect way to discover these must-see locations as you relax on board and watch the spectacular scenery pass by and experience your changing surroundings as you tour the towns, gardens, rivers, museums and attractions on the tailored daily off train excursions.
The difference
‘New’ train on the block, the Aurora Australis, celebrates everything that regional rail offers, albeit in lovingly restored 1960’s sleeper train carriages back to their original condition. Travelling along rail lines normally closed to the public, allows for the train to be stationed at night for a comfortable night’s sleep making all the difference by encouraging uninterrupted rest in your private onboard cabin and no spectacular scenery to be missed!
Unlike some other rail journeys, the Aurora Australis is an all-encompassing rail holiday with more time spent sightseeing each day, exploring the region’s attractions and landmarks in addition to some meals enjoyed in iconic off-train locations. From a lunch cruise along the spectacular Hawkesbury River, enjoying the very best of the Hunter Valley region and exploring the beautiful Cook Park of picturesque Orange in the ‘Golden West’ to the wonderful Canola Trail scenery, the pristine Emeri De Bortoli’s Garden and Coolamon cheese delights of the ‘Riverina’ it truly promises to be an unforgettable train holiday. Or a 'North Coast' discovery travelling through the Mid North Coast and Northern Rivers regions of New South Wales discovering beautiful beaches, tranquil rivers, rainforest and mountains along the scenic and meandering North Coast Rail Line between Sydney and Brisbane.
Onboard dining and beverages is an all-inclusive, where you’ll enjoy hearty meals in our dining carriage prepared by our onboard chef, using fresh local produce along the way. The Lounge Car has a specially developed bar menu for each tour and is perfect for a pre or post dinner drink and chat with your fellow travellers or even to make lifelong friends. Each carriage has a Galley, originally the Conductors Compartments, for self-service morning and afternoon tea and homemade biscuits to take back to your cabin and sit and relax as you watch the mesmerising scenery go by.
The benefits
Consider the Aurora Australis regional rail holidays as your wellness maintenance as more and more holidaymakers seek that slow travel experience, a detox getaway if you like, with a subsequent mindful unplug. A holiday of immersive experiences into nature, culture, history and food with a focus on supporting Australia’s important regional areas and general health and wellbeing, away from the city life. Another bonus is no single supplement with twin and single being the same price or any hidden costs along the way!
Regional rail holidays eptiomises slow travel, traversing through some of Australia’s most beautiful regions of the country via a great locomotive journey. Step onboard as you are suspended in time in a luxuriously appointed chariot carrying you through the nation’s proud history as you fall in love with its awe-inspiring regional towns and landscape.
With personalised and unique off train excursions, once-in-a-lifetime Australian experiences, first-class cuisine, private cabin accommodation and warm hospitality all included, you’ll be better for it.
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Image credit: Destination NSW, Vintage Rail
