Adelaide to Brisbane 2026
ADELAIDE TO BRISBANE
Leaving Adelaide behind, relax, unwind, and enjoy world-class service as stunning landscapes glide by. On your three-day journey, enjoy time both on train and off, as you participate in immersive Off Train Experiences as you travel towards Brisbane. Take in the spectacular scenery passing by your window, beginning in the magical Adelaide Hills and moving on to the gorgeous Grampians region in Victoria. Delve into the art, history and culinary culture of Canberra, discovering the nation’s capital, then feel the sand between your toes in the picturesque coastal town of Coffs Harbour, before rolling through northern New South Wales and finishing in sunny Brisbane.
*Important note, due to track maintenance the Great Southern travelling from Adelaide to Brisbane on Friday 2nd and Friday 30th January 2026 will have a revised itinerary and will be arriving one day later.
The Great Southern will be diverted on a different route and unfortunately the Off Train Experience in Coffs Harbour on Sunday 4th & Sunday 1st February 2026 can not occur.
For more information, please contact us on 13 21 47.
Highlights and Inclusions
- 3 days / 2 nights aboard the Great Southern, travelling from Adelaide to Brisbane
- All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages
- A regionally-inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines
- Off Train Experiences in the Grampians, Canberra and Coffs Harbour
- Discover the Grampians, walk through the Venus Baths over Stoney Creek, or enjoy wine tastings with a view
- Explore Canberra, visiting Parliament House, Australian War Memorial, or the National Portrait Gallery
- Explore the coastal town of Coffs Harbour, or walk the Urunga Boardwalk
- Free* return flights at the beginning and end of your journey
- Free* hotel accommodation for 1 night in Adelaide or Brisbane
FOR TRAVEL DECEMBER 2025 – FEBRUARY 2026
| CABIN | FARE TYPE | Jan - Feb & Dec | Festive Departures - 25 Dec & 2 Jan^ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australis Suite | EVERYDAY | $12,990 | $10,990 |
| Aurora Suite | EVERYDAY | $8,690 | $7,390 |
| PLATINUM | EVERYDAY | $5,790 | $5,090 |
| Platinum | Flexible | $6,590 | $5,790 |
| Gold premium Twin | Advance Purchase | $2,990 | $2,590 |
| Gold Premium Twin | Everyday | $3,490 | $2,990 |
| Gold Premium Twin | Flexible | $3,890 | $3,290 |
| GOLD TWIN | ADVANCE PURCHASE | $2,490 | $2,190 |
| GOLD TWIN | EVERYDAY | $2,890 | $2,490 |
| Gold Twin | Flexible | $3,290 | $2,790 |
| GOLD SINGLE | ADVANCE PURCHASE | $2,190 | $1,890 |
| GOLD SINGLE | EVERYDAY | $2,590 | $2,190 |
| Gold Single | Flexible | $2,990 | $2,490 |
^2 January is a standard itinerary with Festival Fare pricing, 25 December itinerary is subject to change.
*Fly & Stay Free: The Great Southern Fly & Stay Free special offer is valid for new bookings made between 1 June – 31 August 2025. Offer available for travel between 1 December 2025 – 28 February 2026, from Adelaide to Brisbane or vice versa. Advertised from price is per person based on the Everyday fare in a Gold Twin cabin, travelling in January 2026. ^Special offer includes free return flights, plus one free night accommodation in Brisbane or Adelaide at a hotel of Journey Beyond’s choosing. For full Fly & Stay Free details visit https://www.journeybeyondrail.com.au/fly-free-great-southern/
Your journey of exploration along the east coast begins as the Great Southern’s bright orange locomotive leaves Adelaide on its epicurean adventure. Settle into life on the train and get familiar with your cabin and the lounge, the social hub. Enjoy morning tea and savour a relaxed lunch on board while watching the ever-changing landscape through the windows. In the afternoon, the train will arrive in regional Victoria for your first Off Train Experience.
Explore The Grampians at your own pace. Enjoy a guided coach tour through the scenic town of Halls Gap, taking in the spectacular views, including the incredible Boroka Lookout, or embrace Mother Nature and stretch your legs with a guided walk to the Venus Baths. Alternatively, spend the afternoon tasting regional wines at Pomonal Estate with a cellar door experience or Fallen Giants, where you’ll taste and learn about the winery’s 50-year history.
Return to the train and continue travelling up the east coast, with a delectable dinner on board. (L,D)
After breakfast on board, today is yours to explore Australia’s political capital, Canberra. Enjoy a coach ride to Canberra City Centre to experience a memorable lunch at Old Parliament House before an afternoon of insightful guided tours at your pick of iconic institutions, whether it’s the National War Memorial, Parliament House or the National Portrait Gallery.
As afternoon turns to evening, return to the train in time for another gourmet dinner on board. After dinner, retire to the lounge for a nightcap with your fellow travellers as the Great Southern rolls north (B,L,D)
Linger over breakfast on board before departing on your choice of Off Train Experience around Coffs Harbour. The Coffs Explorer travels up to Sealy Lookout, offering views for miles from the Forest Sky Pier, before heading to the spectacular North Coast Regional Botanical Garden. Soak in the beach side vibe at the boutique Sunday Markets, where you can explore the popular market stalls, take a leisurely walk on the historic jetty, or simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the local music. Alternatively, take a stroll from the Urunga Boardwalk to the Beach with a local Indigenous guide, who will help you spot native wildlife through the walk and teach about the history of the Gumbaynggirr people, with a demonstration of traditional tools and weaponry and the opportunity to see and taste bush tucker. If you’d prefer to take to the skies, treat yourself to an optional upgrade with a hinterland helicopter flight that soars over the Great Dividing Range and Coffs Harbour coastline.
After your Coffs Harbour morning, indulge in a final lunch on board before arriving into Brisbane, completing your coastal train journey. (B,L)