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There are few travel experiences in Australia that really give you an idea of just how big and majestic the country really is, but the 4,652km journey from Sydney to Perth on the Indian Pacific railway journey is just that. One of just a handful of transcontinental trains in the world, the first Indian Pacific railway journey was completed in 1970 and originally took 75 hours, one way. Now it takes 65 hours, but after you get an idea of what there is to see and do along the way, you’ll be hoping it’s much longer. Here are just a few of the things travellers over 60 can look forward to on the Indian Pacific railway journey.
Views like this stretch on for kilometres, and you won’t easily forget them. Sit back, relax, set up the camera, and get ready for quite the show as you chug along.
What a romantic end to the day, watching the sun cast its shadows on the open plains of the country.
At some stages of the journey, through the twists and turns, you’ll get the opportunity to see the who train in the distance if you’re right at the end or the beginning of the train.
The train visits some of the most remote areas of the country and you’ll get some insight into where people live in the area.
And don’t forget to order an afternoon cocktail, too!
You’ll feel like you’ve wandered back in time.
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And learn about Australia’s local mining history.
Although, that stunning scenery is going to be competing for your attention
From bright greens to deep reds, all right before your eyes.
That’s a telephone box that’s been converted into a swing.
An adventure on the Indian Pacific awaits.