1. Great Australian Trains: The Indian Pacific
Its 28 train carriages extend the length of seven football fields and it travels some 4,350 kilometres on its four-day journey from Perth in Western Australia to Sydney in New South Wales.
Traversing this vast and barren continent, The Indian Pacific is not just one of Australia’s great train journeys, but one of the world’s epic trips. After the Trans-Siberian Railway, this is the world’s second longest rail journey that crosses three time zones.
The Indian Pacific is luxuriously appointed to accommodate 202 passengers and travel packages include all-inclusive dining, beverages, and off-train excursions. Restaurant cars have adjoining lounges and bars serving complimentary beverages. Each evening, cabin seats are converted to beds for a relaxing sleep.
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