Australia by Train

It’s north to south, east to west of ever-changing landscapes, culture and people. While there are many ways to see it, there’s only one way to do it with ease and in comfort. That’s the fabulous fun of rail travel, where everything comes together in a theatre-like performance.

Onboard, the stage is set as your backdrop whistles by. Familiar and friendly service leads the way, with every moment another glorious memory in this spectacular show – the food, the cabins, the Outback Explorer Lounge, the friends you make, the Off Train Experiences, the sunrises and sunsets, did we mention the food?

It’s a journey of truly epic proportions and it’s made easy with Journey Beyond.

Packages

Venture further with curated, powerfully enriching holiday packages that capture the nation in all its guises. Journey Beyond Rail journeys offer much more than just seamless transit, choose from a huge range of expertly-crafted, all-inclusive experiences to create your own rich and rewarding personal journey, and fully immerse yourself in the unique environments our trains travel through.

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Whether your loved one is hard to buy for or you just want to spoil them with an incredible gift, a Journey Beyond Gift Voucher will give them something to cherish.

Redeemable across our rail journeys and valid for three years, our gift vouchers will help your loved one experience something they’ll never forget.

From embracing Australia’s sensational coastal lifestyle and experiences to the thrill of waking up somewhere new each day, the memories made mean the journey continues long after the holiday has ended.

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We love seeing your photos and videos from our incredible train journeys! This gorgeous sunset shot from Rawlinna was shared with us on Facebook by Tracey – make sure to tag us in all your shots on Instagram, or share in the comments on Facebook 🚂🌅  📷 Tracey Thomas on Facebook  #AustraliabyTrain #IndianPacific #JourneyBeyondRail #Rawlinna #WATheDreamState #Sunset
As distinctive as the Australian desert itself is the Alice Springs Desert Park. The Desert Park is closely connected to the local Arrernte people. The stories and history of the Arrernte people, together with the plants and animals they are responsible for, are told through the interpretation and creation of three distinct desert habitats – Desert Rivers, Sand Country and Woodland. 🐍🦉  You will have the opportunity to visit the Alice Springs Desert Park during your 4-day Ghan Expedition journey from Darwin to Adelaide. Get on board in 2025 – book now via the link in bio.  #AustraliabyTrain #JourneyBeyondRail #TheGhan #TheGhanExpedition #AliceSprings #AliceSpringsDesertPark
We think you’d be hard-pressed to find somewhere better to watch the sunrise whilst enjoying a contemporary Australian breakfast! ☕️🍳  Book your 2025 train journey today at www.journeybeyondrail.com.au  🎥 @toripix86  #AustraliabyTrain #TheGhan #TheGhanExpedition #JourneyBeyondRail #Breakfastviews
All aboard! – you might hear Journey Manager Nitin call out as you travel between Melbourne and Adelaide on The Overland. Anyone who has travelled in either direction will have experienced the exceptional service, not only from Nitin, but the entire Overland crew 💙🚂  Book your Overland journey today at the link in bio.  📷 @_lloydpaul  #JourneyBeyondRail #TheOverland #SeeSouthAustralia #VisitMelbourne #Adelaide #RegionalSouthAustralia #RegionalVictoria
We're excited our new Gold Premium carriages join The Ghan for the first time in April! Guests travelling in our newly designed carriages, enjoy an enhanced journey experience 🚂  Hospitality Attendant Alice gives us a little sneak peak of the new Gold Premium carriages.  Book today at the link in bio.  #AustraliabyTrain #JourneyBeyondRail #TheGhan #GoldPremium #TheGhanExpedition #RailJourney #TrainTravel
A true summer journey of discovery, the Great Southern will take you from the rugged eastern coastline to buzzing cities and everything in-between 🧡  Book your 2024/2025 journey on the Great Southern today at the link in bio.  #AustraliabyTrain #JourneyBeyondRail #GreatSouthern #Summertime #EastCoast #VisitBrisbane #SeeSouthAustralia
The Overland is on its way from Melbourne with a train full of AFL fans, headed to South Australia for a big weekend of football! Who are we cheering for this weekend? 🏉🏟️  Now that the footy season has kicked off, ride the rails between Adelaide and Melbourne to support your team. Book today at the link in bio.  #JourneyBeyondRail #AFL #GatherRound #GatherRound #AFLFans #SeeSouthAustralia #Adelaide
The first Ghan Expedition departs today headed towards Adelaide from Darwin! This 4 day journey sees guests enjoy Off Train Experiences in Katherine, Alice Springs and Coober Pedy. We look forward to welcoming you on board this season!  Find out more about this journey at the link in bio.  #AustraliabyTrain #JourneyBeyondRail #TheGhan #GoldPremium #TheGhanExpedition #RailJourney #TrainTravel
Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Easter ❤️ And to those guests travelling with us this weekend – never fear, the Easter Bunny has not forgotten about you! Some special @bracegirdles Easter treats have been hand delivered for guests in Platinum, Gold Premium and Gold service 🐇  #AustraliabyTrain #JourneyBeyondRail #HappyEaster #EasterSunday #IndianPacific #TheGhan
A visual representation of Australia, a sunburnt country coloured with red ochre earth, and an iconic train that travels through its heartland. Camel tracks frame the rail tracks The Ghan travels across as it moves between Adelaide and Darwin. The shapes represent the unique experiences guests can choose on their journey and no two circles (or experiences) are alike. Jordan Lovegrove, an Adelaide-based Ngarrindjeri man, and talented artist created the bespoke artwork that features on our fabulous coaches used to transport guests to and from Off Train Experiences in Coober Pedy during The Ghan season, and Inverleigh and Melbourne during the Great Southern season 🚌  📷 @exploreshaw  #AustraliabyTrain #JourneyBeyondRail #TheGhan #GreatSouthern #IndigenousArt #SeeAustralia
Get your friends together, and travel Australia by train. 🚂  Our Gold Single cabins are the perfect way to share your experiences with your travel companions, and then enjoy the privacy of your own space. Find out more about travelling in Gold Single via the link in bio.  #AustraliabyTrain #TheGhan #GreatSouthern #IndianPacific #JourneyBeyondRail #SoloTravel #GoldSingle
What better vantage point to catch sight of kangaroos and other native wildlife than from atop a camel? Go off the beaten track and experience Australia like never before on a guided camel tour through the heart of the outback with @pyndan_camel_tracks. The Ghan guests can enjoy this optional upgrade experience when you visit Alice Springs 🐪  #AustraliabyTrain #TheGhan #JourneyBeyondRail #PyndanCamelTracks #Camel #CamelRide #AliceSprings #RedCentre
It’s not often we see our iconic red Ghan locomotive from this perspective – but we love it! Thanks for sharing this great shot @madsmoss_film ❤️  Get on board The Ghan in 2024 and save up to $2,000 with our Ghan 95th Birthday Sale 🎂 Find out more information at the link in bio.  #AustraliabyTrain #TheGhan #TheGhanExpedition #Locomotive #GhanLocomotive #JourneyBeyondRail #TrainTravel #Ghan95Years