Stagelights And Sydney Sights 2024
Inclusions
- 3 nights aboard the Indian Pacific, Perth to Sydney, including all meals, beverages and Off Train Experiences in Kalgoorlie, Cook, Adelaide and the Blue Mountains
- Transfer from Sydney Central Station to hotel
- 3 nights’ accommodation in Sydney, including breakfast daily
- Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise
- Premium Reserve seat at Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour, with musical masterpiece, West Side Story
- Transfer from Opera Australia performance to Hotel
- Sydney Opera House Guided Tour
- 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 3 dinners
Highlights
- Ponder the vastness of the Australian continent as you cross the Nullarbor Plain
- Enjoy sightseeing and fine food and wine around cosmopolitan Adelaide
- Travel through the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains to Sydney
- Cruise Sydney Harbour on a 78ft luxury vessel and enjoy a premium lunch
- Sail past Sydney Opera House and the Iconic Sydney cityscape, Taronga Zoo, Luna Park and more
- A night at ‘Opera on the Harbour’ – a spectacular outdoor Opera Australia performance with dazzling Sydney views
- Take a guided tour of Sydney Opera House
A Night at the Opera
Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour (Warrane) is one of the world’s most unique theatre experiences
From outback to opera, pair two iconic experiences in one journey. Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour is an annual event that’s not to be missed. It’s music and lights, fireworks, and fanfare along Sydney’s Domain.
In 2024, Opera Australia will perform the beloved West Side Story musical. The original 1957 Broadway production has been revived and is coming to you now in 2024 on one of Australia’s most spectacular stages with unrivalled views, Sydney Harbour.
| Cabin | Fare Type | March 31, April 7, April 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Gold Twin | Advance Saver Holiday* | $4,325 |
| Everyday Holiday | $4,575 | |
| Gold Single | Advance Saver Holiday* | $4,560 |
| Everyday Holiday | $4,770 | |
| Platinum | Everyday Holiday | $6,945 |
This morning, board the Indian Pacific and before long, you’ll be heading through the delightful Avon Valley. Take time out and relax into the rhythm of this iconic train and its creature comforts. Enjoy a pre-dinner drink in the Outback Explorer Lounge with fellow travellers in anticipation of your late-night arrival into the gold-mining township of Kalgoorlie, where you’ll participate in your first Off Train Experience. (L, D)
OVERNIGHT: 3 nights Indian Pacific
Wake to a spectacular Nullarbor morning. Relax throughout the day, taking in the outback vistas before visiting the extraordinary and slightly eerie ghost town of Cook, home to a thriving population of four. (B, L, D)
As the landscape changes in the morning and rich ochre sands make way for forests and farmlands, you will arrive into Adelaide, where a range of Off Train Experiences are on offer. You can take a behind-the-scenes tour of Adelaide Oval or see the highlights of the city on foot or by coach. After taking in some of the highlights of the South Australian capital, return to the Indian Pacific to continue your journey toward Sydney. (B, L, D)
Wake this morning to take in the full spectacle of the Blue Mountains on Sydney’s doorstep. After your arrival into Katoomba, select from numerous mountain experiences to explore the World-Heritage listed area. See the majestic Three Sisters at Echo Point and the take in the views at Jamison Valley before the culmination of your epic transcontinental crossing. Pulling into Sydney Central Station, you will be transferred to your hotel to check in and make the most of this beautiful harbourside city. (B, L)
OVERNIGHT: 3 nights Intercontinental Sydney
Experience one of the world’s most iconic cities from a different perspective, on an all-inclusive 2.5-hour lunch cruise on our exclusive 78ft luxury vessel. Enjoy a premium two-course menu featuring regionally sourced ingredients. Departing Darling Harbour, we cruise towards Sydney Harbour Bridge and pass the iconic Sydney cityscape and Sydney Opera House. We believe lunch should be a long, lavish affair, so we serve generous al la carte meals inspired by local and regional produce, paired with a selection of beers, wines from some of the finest wine-producing regions in NSW, soft drinks and tea or coffee.
Tonight may very well be the highlight of your stay in Sydney. With an outdoor stage set on Sydney Harbour forming part of the incredible vista that includes the city skyline, Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, the setting for this evening is one to remember. Whether you are a first timer or an opera buff, this unique Sydney experience will captivate the senses. The open-air floating stage comes to life when the sun goes down and the spectacular performance begins.
The Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour 2024 features the beloved West Side Story musical. Described as a modern-day Romeo and Juliet set in New York city, West Side Story follows idealistic lovers who find themselves caught between warring street gangs – the “American” Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. The score by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim are widely regarded as among the best ever written. Enjoy the captivating performance and stunning views from your premium, harbourside seats to the world’s greatest love story. (B, L)
Today is yours to explore the Harbour City from the CBD to Chinatown, Manly to Newtown, or Barangaroo to Darling Harbour. There are plenty of diverse sights, flavours and experiences to enjoy, including museums, galleries, aquariums, gardens and more.
Make your way to the Sydney Opera House for a midday tour*of this oft-photographed venue, giving you insight into the history and architecture of the site. Discover the magic beneath the sails via an immersive digital experience and visit to selected venues and theatres within the centre. (B)
*Tour time or day changes are permitted, depending on availability
After breakfast, check out of your accommodation. This signals the end of your epic journey across Australia. (B)
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