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Reservations made by Infinity Holidays, booked exclusively through these retail travel outlets:
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2010
For exciting holiday options visit www.infinityholidays.com.au Infinity Holidays Rail 2010 First edition. Valid 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2010.
Terms & ConditionsREGARDING OUR BROCHURES:
Please read these terms and conditions carefully as they incorporate the basis upon which bookings are accepted by Flight Centre Limited (ABN 25 003 377 188) trading as Infinity Holidays (‘Infinity Holidays’, ‘we’ or ‘us’).
EURAIl PASS, EURAIl SElECt PASS, All OtHER EUROPEAN RAIl PASSES & BRItRAIl PASS:
Passes cannot be issued, purchased or used by residents of Europe, the United Kingdom, the Russian Federation, Turkey, Morocco, Algeria or Tunisia.
HOw tO vAlIDAtE & USE yOUR PASS:
(i) Passes are to be validated within six months from the date of issue and prior to the first day of use. To validate your pass, present your passport and your pass to a railway official in a railway ticket office (not the conductor) in the country in which it is valid. The railway official will enter the first and last date of validity on the pass. This must be done before boarding a train, bus or boat or when renting a car for the first time. In most cases validity runs from midnight to midnight for the period shown on the pass but check individual passes/countries for variations. All services, rail, rental car, air travel and travel bonuses must be used within the validity of the accompanying rail pass.
(ii) All persons listed on control vouchers/passes must be present when validating a Saverpass, Twin pass or BritRail Party Pass.
(iii) Under no circumstances is the holder allowed to validate his or her own pass, nor should pass holders enter their own passport number. Tampering with or altering a pass renders the pass void and authorises train staff to confiscate the pass and subjects passenger to a fine payable in local currency.
(iv) Passes are strictly non-transferable and are only valid for those whose name appears on the pass. Use by anyone other than those named will invalidate the pass and will result in a heavy fine in local currency and confiscation of the pass. It is compulsory to present passports to railway officials on request.
(v) Passes are not valid on hotel trains, private or specialty trains unless otherwise stated.
(vi) On Flexi passes, before boarding the first train or ship of the day, you must enter the date in ink, in the appropriate calendar box on your pass. Failure to comply with validation and date of use regulations is considered travelling without a ticket and will result in a fine collected on board the train. Train personnel are authorised to confiscate the pass in addition to levying the fine.
(vii) Passes are available in first and second class unless stated otherwise. Passengers holding first class passes are also permitted to travel in standard/second class. Passengers holding standard/second class passes are permitted to travel in first class only if they pay the difference between the two fares as applicable locally.
(viii) Travellers are responsible for ensuring that they have all necessary visas and appropriate travel documents prior to their departure from Australia.
(ix) Travel documents must remain in their official ticket cover to be eligible for travel.
(x) Refunds – Lost or stolen passes and tickets are neither refundable nor replaceable. Passes may only be refunded if none of the components of the pass or package have been used and the pass or the package is not validated. Refunds when applicable, will only be paid if a pass or ticket is returned to the issuing office, totally unused, prior to validation and in its original jacket. All Eurail, Eurail Selectpass and National European passes* may be presented for application for a refund up to one year from
the date of issuance. (*Some regional passes can only be refunded up to six months from the date of issuance – refer to ticket cover at time of issue). Refunds for unused Eurail and BritRail sector tickets or sleeper reservations may only be considered if the ticket is returned prior to the commencement validity date on the tickets or otherwise endorsed by a European or British railway office as ‘unused’, prior to last day of ticket validity. This may be arranged at any respective European or UK railway station. Tickets not so endorsed cannot be refunded after the validity commencement date. Refunds for BritRail passes will be granted if an unvalidated pass is returned to the office from which it was purchased within six months from the date of issue and bears no evidence of having been tampered with. No refund can be made in Britain or if the pass cannot be produced or if lost or stolen. No refund will be made on a validated unused pass. A 100% cancellation fee will be applied for couchettes and sleepers if space is not cancelled and the vouchers were not endorsed with a railway official stamp. Handling fees and seat reservations are non-refundable.
RESERvAtIONS FOR SEAtS, SlEEPERS AND COUCHEttES:
A pass does not guarantee a seat on a train, bus, plane or boat. Seat reservations should be made in advance and are compulsory on Premier trains, some buses and boats. Reservations are also compulsory for all sleepers and couchettes and should be made in advance.
ADDItIONAl CHARGES:
(i) All rail passes are issued as open dated. A Pass Issuance Fee will apply.
(ii) Seat reservations, sleepers and couchettes, travel on Premier trains, luggage checking and port taxes, are all subject to additional charges that are not covered by the passes. These, including meals and refreshments, are all to be paid separately.
Luggage checking, port taxes, meals and refreshments as well as seat reservations, sleepers and couchettes reserved locally must be paid abroad in local currency.
(iii) Rail passes do not include the cost of admission fees to sightseeing venues/tourist attractions unless they are listed as a Bonus Travel Offer included with the pass.
GOvERNING RUlES:
All transportation covered by those passes where use is intended for more than one country is subject to the Uniform Rules concerning the Contract for International Carriage of Passengers and Luggage by Rail (CIV). National and/or single-country passes are subject to rules and regulations of their specific countries. Neither the British or European railroads nor Infinity Rail assume any responsibility for damages resulting from a strike.
JAPAN RAIl PASS & AmtRAk USA PASS PRODUCtS:
(i) For Japan and USA rail tickets, the passenger name on the ticket must correspond directly with the name in the passenger’s passport.
(ii) Detailed conditions for each specific product offered by Infinity Rail are detailed in the accompanying transportation company documentation at time of ticket issue. Copy of such conditions may be requested prior to purchase. It is the responsibility of the customer to read all documentation prior to commencement of travel.
(iii) Payments must be made strictly in accordance with the requirements stipulated for each product at the time of booking.
(iv) Refund applications must be submitted to the office where the pass or ticket was purchased, with appropriate, original documentation, such as all components of the
original pass. Any refundable amount is subject to a minimum 15% cancellation charge.
(v) There is no refund on lost, stolen or partially used passes. No refund is available on a Japan Rail Pass once the Exchange Order has been presented for the official travel pass to be issued.
A 100% cancellation fee will be applied for couchettes and sleepers if space is not cancelled and the vouchers were not endorsed with a railway official stamp.
(vi) Fares quoted in AUD or foreign currencies are subject to change without prior notice. Additional local processing and amendment fees may apply to any change, cancellation or refund. Cancellation fees in Australia are subject to 10% GST.
(vii) Travellers are responsible for ensuring they have all necessary visas and appropriate travel documents prior to their departure from Australia.
RESPONSIBIlIty & lIABIlIty:
(i) Infinity Rail acts only as a booking agent. Infinity Rail has no control over, and is not responsible for, any of the tours, passes, attractions, hotels and other travel components listed in that site. All bookings are accepted and all passes are issued on the express condition that Infinity Rail is not responsible or liable for any loss (consequential or otherwise); damage (including but not limited to loss of, or damage to passengers’ clothes, baggage, inconvenience or irregularity caused by, or arising out of, or in connection with, any defect in any vehicle or other, air, land or sea conveyance used, or travelled in); or through the negligence, wilful misconduct, strikes or other acts, defaults or omissions of any carrier, hotel, restaurant or any other provider of goods or services.
(ii) Every booking is accepted subject to the conditions, tariffs and regulations imposed by the air, rail, shipping, bus, car rental, hotel or other companies, firms or persons concerned.
(iii) Infinity Rail reserves the right to alter, cancel or substitute any component of the package.
(iv) All items of a personal nature not specifically mentioned in the tour description, such as phone calls, tips, taxis, etc., are the responsibility of each passenger.
(v) All prices and product information indicated in this brochure are effective from 1 January 2010 and subject to availability and can be changed or withdrawn without notice. All prices are exclusive of any goods and services tax (if applicable). All rail passes are issued open dated. A Pass Issuance Fee will apply. Infinity Rail offers all tickets for sale in Australia or New Zealand dollars at recommended market prices, however, makes no undertaking that the prices paid for this ticket is the best applicable for the services provided. International sales conditions and distribution costs, fluctuating exchange rates, availability restrictions or other factors may reflect variance to domestic prices available in the country of travel commencement or elsewhere quoted by or on behalf of the operating railway company. Infinity Rail will not accept any claim in respect of such price variance. For avoidance of doubt, Infinity Rail make no representation or warranty as regards to the accuracy or correctness of any of the information contained in this brochure, or as given by its employees, staff, servants or agents from time to time, whether orally or in writing. Infinity Rail shall not be liable for any loss, damage or claim whatsoever arising out of, or in connection with, any reliance on such information.
(vi) All bookings are accepted subject to the conditions, tariffs and regulations as detailed in the passenger documentation and/or subsequently imposed by the rail companies, firms or persons concerned.
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About Rail 2 Britain & Europe 3
BritRail 3
Eurostar 6
Eurail 7
Eurail Italy 11
Scenic Swiss Rail Tours 12
USA 14
Amtrak 14
Canada 15
Rocky Mountaineer & Whistler Mountaineer 15
VIA Rail 17
Australia 18
The Sunlander 18
The Ghan & Indian Pacific 19
New Zealand 21
Tranz Scenic Rail 21
Asia 22
China Railways 22
Japan Rail 23
Vietnam 26
Luxury 27
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, Europe 27
Eastern & Oriental-Express, Asia 28
Luxury trains of India 29
Luxury trains of South Africa 30
Terms & Conditions 31
Cover images: The Ghan Train, Australia.
Welcome to the Infinity Holidays Rail brochure, where we make it easy for you to plan your ideal holiday on the greatest train journeys of the world.
Our brochure invites you to consider all the best rail options for Europe and Britain, the USA and Canada, Australia and Asia. We offer you our ‘Top 5 rail journeys’ of the world, plus an assortment of maps, suggested itineraries, accommodation packages plus helpful tips for choosing the right rail pass or ticket for you. There are a lot of choices out there, so we want to make sure you purchase the most suitable and cost-effective option, whether it be a two-month flexible travel pass in Europe, or a point-to-point ticket in China, or a world-class luxury rail journey across the Australian outback. Whatever you need, Infinity Rail has you covered.
There’s nothing quite like the freedom of travelling by rail. This is the kind of holiday where you can sit back, relax with friends and family and watch stunning scenery, age-old cultures and scenes of local life slide by your window. From stunning landscapes, such as those of the Swiss Alps and Canada’s Rocky Mountains, to the exotic worlds of Laos and Vietnam, rail travel can take you to worlds you never thought you would see.
If you’re hoping to experience a holiday of diversity, freedom and ease all in one, train travel could be just what you’re looking for. So let Infinity Holidays help you take to the tracks ... then never look back.
Yours sincerely,
Joell Ogilvie General Manager Infinity Holidays Rail
ContentsWelcome
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Sub heading hereWith the ultimate in comfort, safety and convenience, train travel is now experiencing a strong resurgence in popularity. And there are some very good reasons why.
Firstly, trains allow you to travel in safety and comfort. Restaurant and bar cars on day trains, and sleeping accommodation on night trains mean that no matter how long or short your trip, you will travel in comfort and convenience from city centre to city centre, without traffic hassles or airport delays. As an extra bonus, old-worldly charm sets train travel apart from more mundane forms of transport.
Scenic and luxury trains offer full service and catering, and the likes of the Rocky Mountaineer, the legendary Orient-Express, The Ghan, the Indian Pacific and many Swiss scenic trains will take you on memorable journeys through some of the world’s most spectacular landscapes in unparalleled luxury.
Enjoy the freedom of train travel: chat with your travel companions, meet new people, read a book or just sit back and take in the incredible scenery rolling past. Train travel can be an excellent choice for families: children are generally fascinated by trains, and you’ll enjoy the additional space train travel can provide. Very importantly, train travel is recognised as an environmentally friendly travel option.
When purchasing tickets, many countries, such as Europe, Japan, Canada and the USA, offer a great range of rail passes for travellers who need flexible travel options, whether for business or pleasure. The other option is a point-to-point ticket – generally more suitable for shorter trips and often representing excellent value for money.
Many rail tickets and passes offer significant discounts for seniors and students or persons under 26 years, making your dollar go even further.
Europe & BritainTake the Eurostar from London and you can be in another country in less than two hours! Or enjoy the freedom, flexibility and great value of the large selection of BritRail and Eurail passes: select your pass based on the huge network of train systems available throughout Western and Eastern Europe. At Infinity Rail, we can also help you book separate European rail sectors, so you can leave home knowing for certain that you’ve got a seat on the train you want!
USA & CanadaTake advantage of a great number of passes or point-to-point tickets in both the USA and Canada and explore these vast and exciting countries in reliable comfort. If you’re visiting Canada, a trip on the Rocky Mountaineer through the Rockies is not to be missed.
Australia & New ZealandCloser to home, you can experience rail journeys of complete contrast. Take in the vast space of the Australian outback on the luxury of The Ghan or the Indian Pacific. Explore the tropical Queensland coast from Brisbane to Cairns on The Sunlander. Or marvel at the Southern Alps’ soaring peaks on the TranzAlpine.
AsiaTrain travel through Asia provides the opportunity to gain a unique insight into countries that may otherwise be relatively inaccessible. Meet the locals, experience ancient cultures and get off the beaten track on the railways of China, Tibet, Vietnam, Laos and Japan.
Enjoy the freedom of rail travel Top 5 rail journeysAbitibi, VIA Rail Canada
1. Rocky Mountaineer, Canada
One of the most amazing luxury rail journeys in the world, enjoying the spectacular natural scenery of the Rocky Mountains. Operating between April and October, passengers can choose their perfect itinerary in either the GoldLeaf or RedLeaf carriages.
2. Eastern and Oriental-Express
Journey through Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia and Laos in ultimate luxury on board the E&O. Relax while the panoramic views glide by your window. Enjoy delicious cuisine, superb service and experience Asia like you never imagined possible.
3. Glacier Express, Switzerland
Take the famous panoramic 7.5 hour rail journey across 291 bridges and through 91 tunnels through the Alps in the very heart of Switzerland. Scenery doesn’t get much more stunning than this!
4. Reunification Express and Beijing-Lhasa Express
These rail journeys encapsulate all the best sights in China, Tibet and Vietnam. Travel in comfort on the Reunification Express in Vietnam from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi. Or take the Lhasa Express on the world’s highest tracks (oxygen tanks for each passenger included!), from Beijing to enchanting Tibet, unearthing ancient treasures and civilisations along the way.
5. The Ghan, Adelaide to Darwin
The legendary journey through the heart of the continent. Marvel at the spectacular Australian landscapes, from fertile countryside surrounding Adelaide to the rusty hues of the Red Centre, onto the tropical splendour of the Top End. Enjoy two nights on board this great train in either direction.
knowˇ Get in the know ...There’s a wide range of rail options out there, too many to fit into one brochure. If you’re seeking popular rail routes, such as Bangkok to Singapore, or St Petersburg to Helsinki, or iconic journeys, such as the Trans-Mongolian and Trans-Siberian, simply ask your consultant for details.
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Cambridge
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Stratford-upon-AvonOxford
CanterburyWindsor
Bournemouth
SalisburyWinchester
BathSwansea
PenzancePlymouth
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Channel Tunnel
Irish Sea
English Channel
North Sea
BritRail London Plus PassBritRail Euro England PassBritRail Euro PassBritRail Pass & IrelandBritRail Scottish Freedom PassRail linesFerry linesHigh Speed Rail lines
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ClactonTo Hook of Holland
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BritRail England Pass
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BritRail Scottish Freedom Pass
BritRail Central Scotland Pass
Rail Lines
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Eurostar
High Speed Lines
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Manchester
Nottingham
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BritRailVisiting Britain? Whatever your age, interests or background, there is a BritRail Pass to help you get the most out of your trip.Explore England, Scotland and Wales and discover the charms of the countryside, historic towns and cities, with the convenience of rail travel. Visit ancient castles, old pubs and quaint villages at your own pace, in a very affordable and flexible fashion with one of the many BritRail options. Each country offers a magical cultural experience, and your ticket will present you with an unforgettable and hassle-free adventure – with tailor-made passes to match any itinerary. These passes are not available for sale in the UK, so purchase them before you leave to enjoy huge savings.
BritRail passesBritRail’s most popular passes include unlimited travel throughout England, Scotland and Wales. Select from either the FlexiPass or the Consecutive Pass to best match your travel needs.
BritRail FlexiPass gives you the freedom to travel throughout England, Scotland and Wales for four, eight, or 15 days within a two-month period. Linger in your favourite part of the UK, or travel further around this historical nation. These passes are a totally flexible option allowing passengers to hop on and off as they please.
BritRail Consecutive Pass offers continuous travel throughout England, Scotland and Wales with the option of four, eight, 15, 22 days or one month validity. These are a great choice for the avid traveller who has limited time and wants to experience as much of Britain as possible. Choose between travelling in first or standard class and relax as the countryside, cities and towns roll past your window.
If your focus falls on the heart of Britain, BritRail FlexiPasses and Consecutive Passes are available just for travel within England, providing endless options at great value.
BritRail England FlexiPass is for a traveller who likes to stop and smell the roses and explore cities, such as Liverpool, York, Chester, Oxford, Bath and Brighton at their leisure. The England FlexiPass is perfect for a flexible itinerary; offering a choice of four, eight or 15 days travel within a two-month period, you’ll have ample time to leave no stone unturned.
BritRail England Consecutive Pass is perfect if you plan to be on the move so that you don’t miss out on any major attractions in England, from Big Ben to Salisbury Castle to the Beatles home of Liverpool to York Minster. Offering unlimited travel over a choice of four, eight, 15, 22 days or one month, you can explore every corner of England.
BritRail London Plus Pass is the newest addition to the BritRail Pass family. Centre your travel around London and fan out to visit your choice of vibrant cities, while getting the best of both coastal and countryside life in the following city selection: Oxford, Windsor, Cambridge, Canterbury, Brighton, Portsmouth, Winchester, Bournemouth, Salisbury, Bath, Bristol, Stratford-upon-Avon and more. This pass is perfect for day trips in the south-east of England and provides for two or four days of unlimited rail travel within eight days, or seven days travel within 15 days. Ask us more about group, family and guest pass discounts.
If you are continuing your journey onto Europe, ask us about the discounts available when you purchase your BritRail and Eurail passes together.
BritRail FlexiPassDays in 2 months Adult
2nd ClassAdult
1st Class
4 days $429 $575
8 days $619 $839
15 days $939 $1259
BritRail Consecutive PassDays of travel Adult
2nd ClassAdult
1st Class
4 days $339 $459
8 days $485 $659
15 days $729 $989
22 days $875 $1249
1 month $1035 $1479
BritRail England FlexiPassDays in 2 months Adult
2nd ClassAdult
1st Class
4 days $345 $459
8 days $499 $675
15 days $749 $1009
BritRail England Consecutive PassDays of travel Adult
2nd ClassAdult
1st Class
4 days $275 $369
8 days $389 $529
15 days $585 $789
22 days $699 $995
1 month $829 $1179
BritRail London Plus PassDays of travel Adult
2nd ClassAdult
1st Class
2 days travel within 8 days $189 $259
4 days travel within 8 days $305 $359
7 days travel within 15 days $365 $449
Note Senior discount available – 15% off 1st class only, Youth discount available – 20% off 1st or 2nd class, Child discount available – 50% off 1st or 2nd class.
Prices shown are per person. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons. Youth: 0–25 years. Senior: 60 years & above. Children: 0–4 years FREE; 5–15 years child price applies. Pass price does not include seat reservation fees.
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London Skyline
Prices shown are per person. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons.
London Sightseeing
Orient-Express day tours from London
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Day Trip to Paris – one way 1360
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Board the British Pullman at London Victoria Station, sit back and enjoy brunch & a champagne cocktail as you travel to the Kentish coast. Cross to France and join the Continental Wagons-Lits, in a reserved day cabin. Enjoy a four-course dinner, prepared by our skilled French chefs. Arrive in Paris in the evening.
DEPARtS: Thurs & Sat – various (Mar–Oct)
DuRAtIon: Full day
Note Dress standards apply. Children not recommended.
Day Trip to Paris
Original London Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Tour 50 24
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See London’s most famous attractions from an open-top bus, with more than 90 stops on over six routes. Your ticket gives you the freedom to leave and rejoin the bus as often as you like over a 24-hour period.
oPERAtES: Daily – every 5–15 minutes
VALID: 24 hours
Note Children 0–4 years FREE; 5–15 years child price applies.
Original London Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
The London Eye 39 21
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The London Eye is the world’s largest observation wheel, offering views across London, and is a spectacular way to take in more than 55 of the city’s famous landmarks. Entry also includes the 4D pre-flight show, and a four minute, multi-sensory film, capturing the capital from a birds-eye perspective.
oPERAtES: Daily – from 10am
DuRAtIon: 40 minutes
Note Children 0–3 years FREE; 4–15 years child price applies.
The London Eye
London Showboat 146 73
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Enjoy the splendour of the River Thames at night on board a City Cruises Riverliner. Cruise the Thames from Westminster Pier to the Thames Barrier. Includes a welcome drink, full cabaret with live singer and dancing, a 4-course meal, including a half bottle of wine, tea and coffee.
DEPARtS: Various
DuRAtIon: 3.5 hours
Note Minimum age is 13 years; 13–16 years child price applies.
London Showboat
Bath Day Trip 629
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Journey to historic Bath on a luxurious British Pullman train. After a delicious brunch on board, including a ‘Bellini’ champagne cocktail, you’ll be met by guides for a coach tour of this fascinating city. There will be a little free time to explore on your own, before your return journey, where you’ll be served a four-course dinner with wine and champagne.
DEPARtS: Various – (May–Nov)
DuRAtIon: Full day
Note Dress standards apply. Children not recommended.
Bath Day Trip
‘The Dinner’ & The Ritz 999
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Combine the elegant luxury of The Ritz with a gourmet tasting menu on board the Orient-Express’ British Pullman. Relax to smooth live jazz before returning to London and over nighting at The Ritz. Includes accommodation and breakfast for two.
DEPARtS: Various – (Mar–Dec)
DuRAtIon: 3.5 hours on board
Note Dress standards apply for dinner. Prices based on twin share. Children not recommended.
‘The Dinner’ & The Ritz
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Prices shown are per person, based on twin share accommodation. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons. An AUD20 booking fee applies to all Eurostar bookings. Pass price does not include seat reservation fees.
Alexander III Bridge, Paris
London or Ashford to Paris, Brussels or Disneyland (Marne-La-Valle)
Leisure Select (1st Class) One way Return
Flexi 2 $309 $546
Value 2 $209 $370
Pass 3 $184 $368
Child $136 $242
Standard Class (2nd Class) One way Return
Flexi 2 $277 $491
Value 6 $77 $134
Youth 6 $75 $127
Senior 6 $75 $127
Pass 3 $104 $207
Child 7 $57 $98
Eurostar
Paris Standard package 289 450 Upgrade package 569 837
Tour oNe Way reTurN
disneyland resort Paris Standard package 332 493 Upgrade package 526 698
Tour oNe Way reTurN
amsterdam Standard package 493 794 Upgrade package 859 1343
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StAnDARD PACKAGE:
2nd class • Eurostar travel London – Paris1 night 3 star accommodation in Paris•Buffet breakfast•
uPGRADE PACKAGE:
1st class • Eurostar travel London – Paris 1 night 4 star accommodation in Paris•Buffet breakfast•
Note Prices based on twin share, valid for travel 1 Apr–1 June 2010.
Paris
StAnDARD PACKAGE:
2nd class travel London – • Disneyland Resort Paris1 night 2 star accommodation including breakfast •1-Day Park entry ticket to • Disneyland Resort Paris
uPGRADE PACKAGE:
1st class travel London – • Disneyland Resort Paris 1 night 4 star accommodation including breakfast• 1-Day Park entry ticket to • Disneyland Resort Paris
Note Prices based on twin share, valid for travel 1 Apr–1 June 2010.
Disneyland Resort Paris
StAnDARD PACKAGE:
2nd class travel London – Brussels – Amsterdam• 1 night 3 star accommodation in Brussels •& Amsterdam
uPGRADE PACKAGE:
1st class travel London – Brussels – Amsterdam • 1 night 4 star accommodation in Brussels •& Amsterdam
Note Prices based on twin share, valid for travel 1 Apr–1 June 2010.
Note Ask us about the flexible Business Premier Class fares.
Amsterdam
Within two hours, you’re in another countryWhether you’re travelling from London (St Pancras station) to Brussels or Paris, the Eurostar is the easiest way to cross the English Channel. With state-of-the-art trains, quick transfers and no crowded airport check-in areas, you can relax and enjoy your journey. Take a day trip, a long weekend or a holiday and start your European experience in the best possible way.
Travelling on Eurostar is different because your journey takes you right from the heart of one great European city directly to another. Sit back, relax in comfort and enjoy the stylish surroundings of the recently refitted, high-speed trains. Enjoy high quality drinks and snacks in the Standard Class Bar-Buffet carriages, or fine food and champagne served at your seat in Leisure Select and Business Premier classes.
Key destinations and ticket optionsFrom London you have the choice of five destinations; Paris (2 hours 15 minutes), Avignon (6 hours, July-Sept), Lille (1 hour 20 minutes), Brussels (1 hour 51 minutes) or take the Ski train and go directly to the heart of the French Alps, running from December to April (7 hours 20 minutes).
Whether you are travelling by yourself, with your partner or with the family, there is a ticket option right for you. Choose from either Leisure Select (1st Class) or Standard Class (2nd Class) or take advantage of the specialty passes for children, youths, seniors or Eurail/BritRail pass holders. Prices for travel from London or Ashford to Paris, Brussels or Disneyland (Marne-La-Valle) are listed here, but ask your consultant for other itineraries.
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LISBON
NORWAYSWEDEN
OSLOSTOCKHOLM
HELSINKI
WARSAW
BUDAPESTBRATISLAVA
VIENNA
ZAGREBLJUBLJANA
BELGRADE
BUCHAREST
SOFIA
FYROM
ATHENS
ROME
BERN
PARIS
BRUSSELS
AMSTERDAMBERLIN
LONDON
BELFAST
DUBLIN
LUXEMBOURG
PRAGUE
COPENHAGEN
FINLAND
DENMARK
POLAND
CZECH REPUBLIC SLOVAKIA
ROMANIA
BULGARIA
GREECE
ALBANIA
SERBIA &MONTENEGRO
BOSNIA
HUNGARY
ITALYCROATIA
SLOVENIA
AUSTRIA
GERMANY
SWITZERLANDFRANCE
SPAIN
PORTUGAL
GREAT BRITAIN
IRELAND
NORTHERN IRELAND
LUXEMBOURGBELGIUM
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Eurail NetworkSwiss Alps train Station
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Eurail Global Pass
Consecutive daysYouth 2nd
Class
Saver 1st
Class
1st Class
15 days $590 $770 $908
21 days $763 $999 $1177
1 month $951 $1241 $1461
2 months $1342 $1753 $2064
3 months $1659 $2171 $2546
Eurail Global Pass Flexi
Days in 2 monthsYouth 2nd
Class
Saver 1st
Class
1st Class
10 days $699 $910 $1072
15 days $916 $1200 $1408
Eurail Select PassDays in 2 months 3 Countries 4 Countries 5 Countries
5 days $576 $644 $709
6 days $635 $704 $770
8 days $754 $821 $889
10 days $873 $939 $1003
15 days n/a n/a $1271
Note First class travel.
Eurail Select Pass YouthDays in 2 months 3 Countries 4 Countries 5 Countries
5 days $375 $418 $462
6 days $416 $457 $500
8 days $489 $533 $576
10 days $565 $608 $649
15 days n/a n/a $827
Note Second class travel.
Prices shown are per person, based on twin share accommodation. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons. Eurail Global/Global Flexi/Select Pass: Children 0–3 years FREE: 4–11 years are 50% of adult fare. Youth 2nd class: 12–25 years. Pass price does not include seat reservation fees.
EurailTravelling by train is one of the most romantic and relaxing ways to explore Europe.Rail travel allows the traveller to experience the contrasting landscapes and the beauty of different regions and countries in Europe. Passengers can relax and enjoy the services on board the train, while avoiding the hassle and costs associated with air or road transportation.
Eurail passes are designed to offer maximum flexibility across this historic continent. No matter what your age, the Eurail is a travelling adventure you don’t want to miss! Choose between the Global, Flexi or Select passes in either first or second class carriages.
Each Eurail pass offers three rate structures: First class (adult), Saver (two or more adults travelling together) or Youth discount (under 26 years).
These passes are exclusively for passengers who reside outside Europe.
Eurail European passesEurail Global Pass offers the most extensive travel possibilities, with practically unlimited travel across 21 countries. With a Eurail Global Pass, you can enjoy unlimited travel within the validity period of the pass. It is available for 15 days, 21 days, one month, two months or three months and is perfect for travel within a set itinerary. The 21 countries are: Austria (including Liechtenstein), Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France (including Monaco), Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.
Eurail Global Pass Flexi offers all the benefits of unlimited travel within 20 countries with a choice of 10 or 15 days travel within two months – the perfect option for those wanting to stay longer in each destination. The Eurail Global passes also entitle passengers to benefit from bonus discounts, such as reductions on the fares of some hotels, buses and shipping lines.
Eurail Select Pass lets you choose any three, four or five Eurail countries that are directly connected by rail. This allows you to save money and only pay for the countries you need. Adjoining countries are defined as being connected by either rail or ship. For example, France, Switzerland and Germany would be a possible three-country combination, as would Greece, Italy and Austria. The Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg are considered one country called Benelux; Slovenia and Croatia are also considered one country, as are Bulgaria, Serbia and Montenegro. Options include five, six, eight or 10 days of unlimited travel within a two-month period, from the first time you use your pass. If you choose five countries, there is an extra option of 15 days of travel.
Greece Austria
Copenhagen, Denmark
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National Pass OptionsAustria Bulgaria
Croatia Czech Republic
Denmark Finland
France Germany
Greece Hungary
Ireland Italy
Norway Poland
Portugal Romania
Slovenia Spain
Sweden Swiss Transfer Ticket
Swiss Card Swiss Consecutive
Swiss FlexipassSwiss Glacier Express Eurail Passholder
Regional Pass OptionsAustria – Croatia/Slovenia Austria – Czech Republic
Austria – Germany Austria – Hungary
Austria – Switzerland Benelux – France
Benelux – Germany Benelux
Croatia/Slovenia – Hungary
Czech Republic – Germany
Denmark – Germany Denmark – Sweden
Finland – Sweden France – Germany
France – Italy France – Spain
France – Switzerland Germany – Poland
Germany – Switzerland Greece – Italy
Hungary – Romania Italy – Spain
Scandinavia Pass Norway – Sweden
Portugal – Spain
Note For pricing on our most popular regional & national passes, see page 10.
Eurail National & Regional PassesBergen, norway
Eurail national passesEurail national passes allow unlimited train travel in one European country, allowing flexible exploration. There is currently a wide selection of Eurail national passes. See the list of pass options and pricing, which you will find on page 10. These passes also entitle you to numerous bonuses, varying from free or discounted transportation on the tracks of private railroad companies, national ferry crossings and buses, as well as reductions on car rental, hotels, museums and bicycle rental. Each country has its specific bonuses, all offering great value to the international traveller.
For travel through Switzerland, there are several different pass options available:
Swiss transfer ticket For a quick visit to Switzerland, this pass includes one inbound and one outbound rail journey from any Swiss airport or border to a single destination.
Swiss Card Same inclusions as the Swiss Transfer Ticket, but also includes a 50% discount on additional trains, bus and boat travel.
Swiss Consecutive Pass is valid for specific periods, from four days to one month, and unlimited travel is permitted over the duration of your pass. Perfect for a short stay where you want to see as much as possible.
Swiss Flexipass Valid for one month, this pass allows between three–six days travel within the month. This pass will suit the more relaxed traveller who wishes to take their time exploring.
Swiss Glacier Express Eurail Passholder Available only to those holding a valid Eurail pass that includes Switzerland, this is a discounted ticket that allows travel on the amazing Swiss Glacier Express – travelling through the ‘Grand Canyon of Switzerland’ and the heart of the Alps.
Eurail regional passes Regional passes allow you to travel within two countries. These passes are ideal for those who are on a short stay in Europe or who only want to visit a couple of countries. Options range from four to 10 days of unlimited travel within a two month period.
The regional pass is so simple and easy to use and there are so many possible combinations, you really can tailor-make to suit your own individual needs.
Two countries are combined as long as they share a border. There are some additional ‘rules’ when combining some counties which allow you to experience even more on your regional pass. They are:
The Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg are considered the same country and are referred •to as ‘Benelux’.
Croatia and Slovenia are also considered the same country.•
Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden can be combined into one Scandinavia Pass.•
Italy and Spain can be combined using a ferry service between the two countries.•
Greece and Italy can also be combined using a ferry service.•
European East – combines Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia.•
Balkan Flexipass – allows travel to Bulgaria, Greece, Macedonia, Serbia and Montenegro, •Romania and Turkey.
If you need more than two countries, simply use a Select Pass, as found on page eight.
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Prices shown are per person. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons. Pass price does not include seat reservations fees. National passes: prices also available for the following countries: Greece & Romania. Prices also available for Switzerland Consecutive passes, Swiss Cards, Swiss Transfer Tickets & Swiss Glacier Express Pass.
National Passes
Country Days in 1 month (unless otherwise specified)
Youth 2nd
Class
2ndClass
1st Class
Austria3 days $132 $199 $286
Extra days – price per day(maximum 8 days in total permitted)
$14 $23 $32
Bulgaria3 days $69 $103 $139
Extra days – price per day(pass available in 4, 6 or 8 days)
$27 $43 $57
Croatia3 days $110 $153 $192
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 4, 6 or 8 days)
$21 $43 $68
Czech Republic3 days $96 $144 $192
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 4, 6 or 8 days)
$37 $55 $75
Denmark3 days $119 $158 $242
7 days $187 $247 $379
Finland 3 days (5 & 10 day pass also available)
n/a $233 $343
France3 days $267 $308 $361
Extra days – price per day (maximum 9 days in total permitted)
$41 $48 $55
Germany4 days $249 $311 $409
Extra days – price per day (maximum 10 days in total permitted)
$18 $23 $27
Hungary5 days in 15 days $101 n/a $135
10 days in 1 month $126 n/a $187
Ireland 5 days $338 $395 $494
Norway3 days $258 $341 n/a
Extra days – price per day (maximum 8 days in total permitted)
$21 $28 n/a
Poland 5 days (8, 10 & 15 day pass also available)
$114 $162 $210
Portugal3 days n/a n/a $183
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 4 & 6 days)
n/a n/a $26
Slovenia3 days $59 $87 $116
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 4, 6 & 8 days)
$23 $36 $48
Spain3 days in 2 months n/a $279 $350
Extra days – price per day (maximum 10 days in total permitted)
n/a $43 $50
Sweden3 days $258 $341 $444
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 4, 6 & 8 days)
$20 $27 $34
Switzerland Flexi 3 days n/a $286 $430
Regional Passes
Countries Days in 2 month (unless otherwise specified)
Youth 2nd
Class
1st Class Saver
1st Class
Austria – Croatia/Slovenia
4 days $245 $297 $340
Extra days – price per day (maximum 10 days in total permitted)
$36 $43 $50
Austria – Czech & Austria – Hungary
4 days $210 $274 $322
Extra days – price per day (maximum 10 days in total permitted)
$28 $37 $43
Austria – Germany5 days $377 $439 $516
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 6, 8 & 10 days)
$39 $43 $52
Austria – Switzerland
4 days $340 $412 $484
Extra days – price per day (maximum 10 days in total permitted)
$37 $44 $55
Countries Days in 2 month (unless otherwise specified)
Youth 2nd
Class
1st Class Saver
1st Class
Balkan Flexipass
5 days in 1 month $185 n/a $309
10 days in 1 month $324 n/a $540
15 days in 1 month $391 n/a $651
Benelux – France4 days $297 $404 $475
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 5, 6, 8 & 10 days)
$37 $37 $43
Benelux – Germany
5 days $327 $404 $535
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 6, 8 & 10 days)
$30 $43 $59
Benelux 5 days in 1 month $208 $388 $455
Croatia/Slovenia – Hungary
5 days $217 $265 $311
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 6, 8 & 10 days)
$25 $27 $32
Czech Rep – Germany
5 days $352 $411 $500
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 6, 8 & 10 days)
$39 $44 $55
Denmark – Germany
4 days $276 $357 $437
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 5, 6, 8 & 10 days)
$36 $46 $53
Denmark – Sweden4 days $279 $412 $484
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 5, 6, 8 & 10 days)
$32 $44 $55
European East
5 days in 1 month n/a n/a $364
Extra days – price per day (maximum 10 days in total permitted in 1 month)
n/a n/a $43
Finland – Sweden4 days $286 $418 $491
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 5, 6, 8 & 10 days)
$30 $46 $53
France – Germany4 days $363 $462 $517
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 5, 6, 8 & 10 days)
$39 $53 $55
France – Italy, France – Spain & Italy – Spain
4 days $313 $405 $475
Extra days – price per day (maximum 10 days in total permitted)
$37 $46 $55
France – Switzerland
4 days $361 $432 $508
Extra days – price per day (maximum 10 days in total permitted)
$39 $50 $59
Germany – Poland 5 days $386 $453 $528
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 6, 8 & 10 days)
$41 $48 $53
Germany – Switzerland
5 days $382 $464 $544
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 6, 8 & 10 days)
$41 $48 $57
Greece – Italy 4 days $293 $382 $452
Extra days – price per day (maximum 10 days in total permitted)
$30 $41 $44
Hungary – Romania
5 days $236 $288 $338
Extra days – price per day(pass available in 6, 8 & 10 days)
$25 $27 $32
Portugal – Spain 3 days n/a $341 $402
Extra days – price per day (maximum 10 days in total permitted)
n/a $44 $52
Scandinavia, 2nd class only
4 days $315 $356 $418
Extra days – price per day (6, 8 & 10 day pass also available)
$36 $39 $48
Sweden – Norway4 days $299 $338 $398
Extra days – price per day (pass available in 5, 6, 8 & 10 days)
$37 $41 $46
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Discover the beauty and history of Italy with Eurail’s flexible rail passes. Visit Roman ruins and relics, see extraordinary Renaissance art, explore the canals of Venice, go skiing in the Alps or enjoy the delights of Tuscany – all by rail! The Trenitalia network covers more than 5630 kilometres of track and runs close to 360,000 train journeys each year, linking big cities and small towns inside Italy and connecting to all the major cities throughout Europe.
Italy’s picturesque wineries and unspoilt coastlines are a must-see on any traveller’s itinerary, and best explored by rail. Comfortable and modern trains will take you to the architectural wonders of ancient Rome, Florence, Venice and Pisa. See the unforgettable Tuscan scenery, spectacular Pompeii, Naples and its magical islands, breathtaking Amalfi Coast, or explore the stunning Cinque Terre region. You can do it all with the Italy Pass. Why not upgrade to first class for a true luxurious rail experience?
PassesPasses offer three to 10 days travel within a 2 month period in either a first or second-class carriage. Travel on board the high-speed network trains or on the regional services and venture to the heart of Italy. Italy may be a small country, but it has a lot to offer, and these passes will maximise your Italian experience.
Point-to-point faresIf your time in Italy is limited, a point-to-point fare may suit you perfectly. Whether you’re taking a short journey to the next city, or travelling the length of the boot, there’s a ticket for you, available in both first and second-class travel options, for your comfort and budget preference. Avoid disappointment and pre-purchase and book your seat prior to departure. A selection of point-to-point fares are featured; however, there are many more options available. Infinity Rail has the biggest range of sector fares available for pre-booking in Australia. Please ask your travel consultant for more information.
essential italy Standard package 499 Upgrade package 699
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StAnDARD PACKAGE:
2nd class rail travel Rome – Venice – Florence• 1 night 3 star accommodation in Rome, Venice •& Florence including breakfast daily
uPGRADE PACKAGE:
1st class rail travel as above•4 star accommodation as above•
Note Prices based on twin share, valid for travel 1 Apr–30 June 10.
Essential Italy
cinque Terre Magic Standard package 429 Upgrade package 629
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StAnDARD PACKAGE:
2nd class rail travel Milan – Genova – Monterosso• 1 night 3 star accommodation in Milan •& Monterosso1 night 4 star accommodation in Genova•
uPGRADE PACKAGE:
1st class rail travel as above•4-star accommodation in Milan & Genova•
Note Prices based on twin share, valid for travel 1 Apr–30 June 10.
Cinque Terre Magic
Eurail Italy PassesDays in 2 months 2nd Class 1st Class
3 days $263 $324
4 days $292 $361
5 days $325 $402
6 days $356 $439
7 days $388 $478
8 days $420 $517
9 days $452 $556
10 days $482 $596
Note Senior discount available – 15% off 1st class only for persons aged 60 years & over; Youth discount available – 20% off 1st or 2nd class for persons aged 25 years & under; Child discount available – 50% off 1st or 2nd class for children 4–11 years. Children 0–3 years FREE.
Point-to-Point FaresOne way Duration 2nd Class 1st Class
Rome – Florence
1 hour 40 minutes
$90 $127
Rome – Naples1 hour 50 minutes
$90 $114
Rome – Milan 5 hours $138 $198
Rome – Pisa3 hours 30 minutes
$66 $90
Rome – Venice4 hours 30 minutes
$139 $198
Florence – Venice
2 hours 30 minutes
$78 $120
Milan – Como 40 minutes $18 $24
Venice – Verona1 hour 11 minutes
$42 $60
Milan – Venice2 hours 30 minutes
$72 $102
Rome – Palermo
11 hours 30 minutes
$121 $166
Note Prices are per person one way & includes seat reservation.
Prices shown are per person, based on twin share accommodation. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons. Pass price does not include seat reservation fees.
Eurail ItalyCinque terre, Italy
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Prices are per person based on twin share. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons.
Swiss Alps
Scenic Swiss Rail Tours
Glacier express 3 star accommodation with 2nd class rail 563 4 star accommodation with 1st class rail 679
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Enjoy this attractive package that includes the adventurous day ride in the Glacier Express train. You will cross 291 bridges, 91 tunnels and the 2045 metre-high Oberalp Pass which connects the two world-class resorts: Zermatt and St. Moritz! This is an unaccompanied tour, allowing you the flexibility to spend time where you please.
DEPARtS: Daily
DuRAtIon: 4 days/3 nights
Note Winter supplement applies 1 Jan–14 Apr 10. Seat reservations not included. This is a flexible, unaccompanied tour.
Glacier Express
Tops of Switzerland 3 star accommodation with 2nd class rail 848 4 star accommodation with 1st class rail 1048
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Feel like you’re on top of the world. Start your journey in Interlaken and discover the Top of Europe – Jungfraujoch. Travel from Interlarken to Luzern via the panoramic Golden Pass line, offering spectacular views. Take an excursion to Mt Pilatus, then by train or boat to Alpnachstad or ‘Dragon Mountain’ and visit the steepest cogwheel railway in the world.
DEPARtS: Daily
DuRAtIon: 5 days/4 nights
Note Seat reservations not included. This is a flexible, unaccompanied tour.
Tops of Switzerland
Grand Tour of lake Geneva & Matterhorn 3 star accommodation with 2nd class rail 720 4 star accommodation with 1st class rail 1003
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Discover the famous Matterhorn region your way, on this easy, flexible rail tour. Start in Geneva and travel by rail to either Lausanne or Montreux, where you’ll overnight. Then onwards to your choice of the Matterhorn giants. Choose from Zermatt, Saas-Fee, Leukerbad or Crans-Montana for a 2 night stay and free time to discover as you please.
DEPARtS: Daily
DuRAtIon: 5 days/4 nights
Note Seat reservations not included. This is a flexible, unaccompanied tour.
Grand Tour of Lake Geneva & Matterhorn
Golden Pass 3 star accommodation with 2nd class rail 898 4 star accommodation with 1st class rail 1202
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The large panoramic windows of the Golden Pass line mean you won’t miss a second of the magical scenery changes as you travel from the Alps to the Swiss Riviera. Explore all that Luzern has to offer with optional trips to Mt Rigi, Mt Titlis and Mt Pilatus. Travel by train to Interlaken and explore the Jungfraujoch, Top of Europe, before continuing to Montreux.
DEPARtS: Daily
DuRAtIon: 6 days/5 nights
Note Seat reservations not included. This is a flexible, unaccompanied tour.
Golden Pass
Wilhelm Tell express 3 star accommodation with 1st class rail 516 4 star accommodation with 1st class rail 630
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Discover a unique Swiss travel experience on this flexible tour. After spending the first night in beautiful Lucerne, board the historic paddlesteamer – the Wilhelm Tell Express – and take a leisurely cruise across the majestic Lake Lucerne to Fluelen. Continue by panorama car to Lugano.
DEPARtS: Daily
DuRAtIon: 3 days/2 nights
Note Seat reservations not included. This is a flexible, unaccompanied tour.
Wilhelm Tell Express
Swiss Mountain Peaks 3 star accommodation with 2nd class rail 779 4 star accommodation with 1st class rail 835
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The Swiss Mountain Peaks package is a scenic journey through Switzerland. This independent tour allows you freedom and flexibility to spend time where you please. Enjoy spectacular views from Schilthorn/Piz Gloria with its unique revolving restaurant, a boat cruise from Interlaken to Brienz (during summer only), and a visit to the Glacier of Mount Titlis, the Kingdom of Ice.
DEPARtS: Daily
DuRAtIon: 4 days/3 nights
Note Prices based on twin share. More accommodation options available.
Swiss Mountain Peaks
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Prices are per person based on twin share. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons.
Budapest, Hungary
Europe Rail Packages & Tours
Budapest to Venice via Vienna Standard package 659 Upgrade package 799
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StAnDARD PACKAGE:
2nd class rail travel Budapest – Vienna – Venice•1 night 3 star accommodation in Budapest, •
Vienna & Venice, including breakfast daily
uPGRADE PACKAGE:
1st class rail travel as above•4 star accommodation as above•
Note Prices based on twin share, valid 1 Apr–30 June 10.
Budapest to Venice via Vienna
Norway in a Nutshell 225
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From Oslo, Bergen or Voss, this tour takes you across Norway’s rooftop. Ride the Bergen Railway, voted as one of the world’s most beautiful train journeys. Join the Flam Railway for a 20 kilometre trip, taking in mountain scenery and impressive waterfalls. Board a Fjord cruise to the Naeroyfjord, the narrowest fjord in Europe, before returning to Oslo, Bergen or Voss. Options are available to break the journey overnight.
DEPARtS: Daily
DuRAtIon: Full day
Norway in a Nutshell
Paris to Milan via Zurich Standard package 999 Upgrade package 1099
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StAnDARD PACKAGE:
2nd class rail travel Paris – Zurich – Milan• 1 night 3 star accommodation in Paris, •Zurich & Milan, including breakfast daily
uPGRADE PACKAGE:
1st class rail travel as above•4 star accommodation as above•
Note Prices based on twin share, valid 1 Apr–30 June 10.
Paris to Milan via Zurich
Flam railway Standard class 50 Family Card – 2 adults & 2 children 177
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Discover the Flam Railway, an incredible train journey through some of Norway’s wildest and most magnificent scenery. On the 20 kilometre journey, you can see rivers, deep ravines and waterfalls cascading down steep, snow-covered mountains. The Flam Railway is one of the world’s steepest railway lines, and is a daring piece of railway engineering history.
DEPARtS: Daily
DuRAtIon: Full day
Note Children 0–3 years FREE; 4–15 years child price applies.
Flam Railway
Prague to Munich via Vienna Standard package 699 Upgrade package 779
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StAnDARD PACKAGE:
2nd class rail travel Prague – Vienna – Munich• 1 night 3 star accommodation in Prague, •Vienna & Munich, including breakfast daily
uPGRADE PACKAGE:
1st class rail travel as above•4 star accommodation as above•
Note Prices based on twin share, valid 1 Apr–30 June 10.
Prague to Munich via Vienna
czech adventure Standard package 624 Upgrade package 1048
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StAnDARD PACKAGE:
2nd class rail travel Berlin – Prague – Berlin•2 nights 3 star accommodation in Berlin •1 night 3 star accommodation in Prague •
uPGRADE PACKAGE:
1st class rail travel as above•4 star accommodation as above•
Note Prices based on twin share, valid 1 Apr–30 June 10.
Czech Adventure
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USA Rail PassSegments Standard Class
8 segments in 15 days $464
12 segments in 30 days $691
18 segments in 45 days $894
Regional Tickets
One way Standard Class
BusinessClass
Los Angeles – San Diego $36 $51
Los Angeles – San Francisco
$122 n/a
New York City – Niagara Falls
$66 $99
New York City – Toronto $115 $149
Seattle – Vancouver $35 $51
Chicago – New York City $43 n/a
Acela Express Tickets
One way BusinessClass 1st Class
Philadelphia – Washington $39 $155
New York City – Boston $59 $111
New York City – Washington
$59 $159
New York City – Philadelphia
$41 $119
Sleeper TicketsOne way Roomette Bedroom
Seattle – Chicago $437 $639
San Francisco – Chicago $486 $835
Chicago – New York City $320 $541
Chicago – Buffalo $367 $376
Chicago – New Orleans $239 $388
Prices shown are per person. All point-to-point prices include compulsory seat reservation. First class includes a meal. Sleeper prices based on two people travelling together, surcharges apply for single travellers. Other destinations are available, please ask your travel consultant for details. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons.
AmtrakUSAEnjoy the best seat in the house as the Wild West unfoldsAppreciate the vastness and spectacular natural beauty of the USA from the luxury of your comfortable seat with Amtrak’s fantastic rail passes. Experience the excitement of New York City, the power of Niagara Falls or the New England charm of Boston.
Amtrak is the largest rail operator in the USA, providing intercity passengers with rail services to more than 500 destinations across 46 states on a 35,406 kilometres route system. You can take advantage of this huge network and travel on either a point-to-point ticket or a rail pass, offering you the flexibility to choose the cities you want to visit and explore at your own pace.
Amtrak USA Rail PassTravel the length and breadth of the USA on one of three pass options. Choose from eight segments in 15 days, 12 segments in 30 days and 18 segments in 45 days. Amtrak considers a segment to be any single journey. So as soon as you change trains, you start a new segment.
For example, if there’s no direct service between Washington DC and Kansas City, and you need to change trains in Chicago, you would be using two segments on the one way journey. There are some restrictions on which trains you can use, so check with your travel consultant.
Amtrak point-to-point faresRegional Tickets Perfect for those wanting to visit one or two cities. Choose between standard or business class seating and pre-book your seat before you leave to guarantee your place on the train and avoid disappointment.
Acela Express Tickets Enjoy superior comfort and service at speeds up to 240 kilometres per hour. The Acela Express services Boston to Washington DC, via New York City and Philadelphia with first and business class carriages. First Class service also includes a meal and beverage service, newspaper and lounge access.
Sleeper Tickets For longer journeys, arrive refreshed by booking yourself a sleeper. Both bedroom and roomette options include bedding for two passengers, the only difference being a bedroom has the added benefit of private ensuite facilities.
New York to Washington Package 892
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Note Prices based on twin share, valid 1 Apr–30 June 10.
StAnDARD PACKAGE:
2nd class rail travel New York – Washington DC•2 nights 3 star accommodation in New York•2 nights 3.5 star accommodation in Washington •
DC including breakfast daily
New York to Washington Package
New England Tea Party 711
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Note Prices based on twin share, valid 1 Apr–30 June 10.
StAnDARD PACKAGE:
2nd class rail travel New York – Boston•2 nights 3 star accommodation in New York•2 nights 3.5 star accommodation in Boston•
including breakfast daily
New England Tea Party
Mt Rushmore
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Exshaw, Rocky MountaineerCanada Rocky Mountaineer & Whistler MountaineerTravelling on board the Rocky Mountaineer is an unforgettable experience, considered by many to be a trip of a lifetime.Join more than 1,000,000 people who have experienced the acclaimed two-day, all-daylight Rocky Mountaineer rail journey. This journey recaptures the romance of rail travel as it follows the historic train route, constructed more than 100 years ago, through Canada’s West and the Canadian Rockies. The entire train ride takes place during daylight hours to ensure you enjoy every minute of the breathtaking scenery of glacier-fed lakes, majestic mountain ranges and ferocious rivers.
The rail journeys between Vancouver and Jasper, Banff and Calgary are world-renowned for stunningly rugged scenery and their unparalleled hospitality.
There are more than 50 different tours available, from the best-selling Classic Rail Vacation and Western Explorer, to the spectacular Northern Explorer. Ask your travel consultant for more details of these and more classic adventures.
Rocky Mountaineer offers three class options for you to choose from:
RedLeaf Rocky Mountaineer’s RedLeaf service is a very civilised way to experience a great all-daylight adventure. Settle back in your roomy, reclining seat and enjoy the commentary and service provided by your on-board attendant. Enjoy friendly service and delicious meals as you travel in total luxury and comfort.
GoldLeaf The custom-designed GoldLeaf Dome Coach puts you right in the middle of the awe-inspiring scenery of the Canadian Rockies. Combined with the attentive service of your on-board attendants, this is truly one of the world’s premier travel experiences. From the moment you are welcomed on board, and from your first taste of the gourmet meals prepared by talented chefs, you can be assured of luxury and comfort.
Deluxe Fairmont For those who wish to experience Canada’s Rocky Mountains in ultimate luxury. This option combines travel during the day in the superior GoldLeaf carriages on board the Rocky Mountaineer and staying overnight in 5 star Fairmont hotels and resorts.
Whistler MountaineerJoin us on board the Whistler Mountaineer train and experience the British Columbia coast like never before! These Canadian train tours will treat you to spectacular scenery and impeccable service from a unique perspective. This exceptional and inspiring three hour rail journey takes you from Vancouver to Whistler. Coast Classic class features scenic views through large picture windows, or choose Glacier Dome class, featuring custom-built dome glass carriages.
Whistler MountaineerFrom Vancouver to Whistler or reverse 3.5 hours
Welcome on board Canada’s most exciting new travel experience on this 3 hour journey, offering breathtaking scenery between Vancouver and Whistler, British Columbia, hosts of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games.
InCLuDES: Classic Coach Assigned seating in classic rail coach, breakfast or light meal served at your seat, access to the Heritage Observation Car, rail station transfers in Vancouver & Whistler.
Glacier Dome Assigned seating in single-level custom-built Glacier Dome coach, breakfast or afternoon tea served at your seat, access to the Heritage Observation Car, rail station transfers in Vancouver & Whistler.
CreekPrince
Lake Louise
Calgary
Vancouver
WhistlerBanff
Jasper
Kamloops
RedLeaf Whistler MountaineerGoldLeaf
Whistler Mountaineer Coast Classic
Glacier Dome
One way $145 $245
Return $245 $365
Note Valid for travel 14 May–29 Sept 10.
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Prices shown are per person based on twin share. Triple share prices available on application. Sleeper upgrades are available (subject to availability & additional costs apply). Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons.
Stoney Creek, Rocky Mountaineer
Classic Rail VacationFrom Vancouver to Jasper, Banff or Calgary or reverse 3 nights/4 days
A spectacular two day, all-daylight journey on board the Rocky Mountaineer with an additional night’s accommodation in both Vancouver and your choice of Jasper, Banff or Calgary.
InCLuDES:• 2 days on board the Rocky Mountaineer • 3 nights accommodation • 2 breakfasts & 2 lunches • Rail station transfers between Vancouver Kamloops, Jasper, Banff or Calgary • National Parks Pass valid for 1 day • Exclusive Attractions Pass
Western ExplorerFrom Vancouver to Banff or Calgary or reverse 7 nights/8 days
A seven night/eight day independent tour from Vancouver to Calgary or vice versa.
InCLuDES: • 2 days on board the Rocky Mountaineer • 7 nights accommodation • 2 breakfasts & 2 lunches • Jasper tour • Icefields Parkway tour, including the Ice Explorer • Yoho Park tour, including transfer to Banff • Banff tour, including Banff Gondola and transfer to Calgary • Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Kamloops & Jasper • Guided lakeshore stroll at Chateau Lake Louise • Luggage handling • National Parks Pass • Exclusive Attractions Pass
Northern ExplorerFrom Vancouver to Calgary 8 nights/9 days
A variation of the most popular tour, including the Fraser Discovery Route and Whistler Mountaineer, and all the most memorable attractions of the stunning Canadian Rockies.
InCLuDES:• 2 days on board the Rocky Mountaineer • 8 nights accommodation • 2 breakfasts & 2 lunches • A Whistler Mountaineer rail excursion • Jasper tour • Icefields Parkway tour, including a trip on the Ice Explorer • Yoho Park tour, including transfer to Banff • Banff tour, including Banff Gondola and transfer to Calgary • Rail station transfers in Vancouver, Whistler, Quesnel & Jasper • Guided lakeshore stroll at Chateau Lake Louise • Luggage handling • National Parks Pass • Exclusive Attractions Pass
CreekPrince
Lake Louise
Calgary
Vancouver
Banff
Jasper
Kamloops
CreekPrince
Lake Louise
Columbia Icefield
Calgary
Vancouver
Whistler
Quesnel
Banff
Jasper
Kamloops
Classic Rail Vacation Western Explorer northern Explorer
Travel Dates RedLeaf GoldLeaf DeluxeFairmont
22 Apr 10 $921 $1699 $1754
29 Apr–27 May 10 $1099 $2221 $2377
31 May–16 Sept 10 $1377 $2599 $2554
30 Sept–4 Oct 10 $1099 $2221 $2377
Travel Dates RedLeaf GoldLeaf DeluxeFairmont
22 Apr 10 $2177 $3177 $3443
29 Apr–27 May 10 $2666 $4332 $4866
31 May–16 Sept 10 $3199 $5099 $5554
30 Sept–4 Oct 1 $2666 $4332 $4866
Travel Dates RedLeaf GoldLeaf DeluxeFairmont
15–22 May 10 $2866 $4699 $5288
29 May–11 Sept 10 $3332 $5443 $6054
28 Sept 10 $2843 $4521 $5077
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Prices shown are per person. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons.
CanRail PassDays within 30 days Off-peak Peak
12 days $736 $1175
13 days $797 $1275
14 days $858 $1375
15 days $921 $1475
Note Off-peak 1 Jan–31 May & 16 Oct–31 Dec 10. Senior discount available for persons ages 60 years and above – 10%, child discount available for children 2–11 years – 10%, children 0–1 years FREE.
Corridor Pass
10-day pass Comfort Class 1st Class
Adult $422 $1005
Senior/Youth/Child $380 $905
Note Senior: 60 years and above, youth: 18–25 years, children: 0–1 year FREE, 2–11 child price applies.
Point-to-Point Fares
One way Comfort Class 1st Class
Montreal – New York City $84 n/a
Montreal – Toronto $200 $316
Montreal – Quebec City $112 $200
Niagara Falls – New York City
$98 n/a
Toronto – Niagara Falls $74 $112
Toronto – New York City $51 n/a
Toronto – Ottawa $130 $172
Vancouver – Seattle $37 n/a
Note Prices include compulsory seat reservation fee.
VIA Rail
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Explore Canada with its leading rail operator, VIA RailDiscover Canada, a land of contrasts, from the icy terrains of the north to the busy urban centres of the east. No other country in the world can match the wonder, the thrills and the majesty of Canada.
As Canada’s leading rail operator, VIA Rail is the most efficient way for both leisure and business travellers to connect to great cities, such as Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and Quebec City, as well as charming towns along the Great Lakes and the St Lawrence River. It is also the most dynamic form of transportation, thanks to its new faster Euro-style renaissance cars and services.
You can choose from two VIA Rail pass options or purchase point-to-point fares. Consider spoiling yourself and choose to upgrade to VIA Rail first class, where you are guaranteed an opulent experience. Depending on the route, first class carriages offer panoramic viewing lounges or exclusive service cars, scrumptious meals, comfortable sleeping accommodation and superior seating.
VIA Rail passesCanRail Pass gives you unlimited travel thoughout Canada on VIA Rail trains. This is the perfect choice for people who want to go a long way on a limited budget, as the pass can be used on the entire VIA Rail network and you can make as many stops as you like during your journey. The standard pass offers 12 to 15 days of unlimited travel during a 30-day period.
Corridor Pass offers 10 days of travel on the VIA Rail network within southern Quebec and southern Ontario. Destinations include Quebec, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Kingston, Niagara Falls and more.
Point-to-point fares are perfect for shorter journeys, offering convenience and great value. Ask your travel consultant for more options.
east coast cities Standard package 676Upgrade package 1223
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StAnDARD PACKAGE:
2nd class rail travel Toronto – Niagara Falls •– Montreal – Quebec – Toronto 1 night 3 star accommodation in Niagara Falls, •Montreal, Quebec & Toronto
uPGRADE PACKAGE:
1st class rail travel as above•4 star accommodation as above•
Note Prices based on twin share, low season travel.
East Coast Cities
Toronto to New york via Niagara Standard package 376Upgrade package 463
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StAnDARD PACKAGE:
2nd class rail travel Toronto – Niagara Falls •– New York 1 night 3 star accommodation in Toronto, •Niagara Falls & New York
uPGRADE PACKAGE:
1st class rail travel as above•4 star accommodation as above•
Note Prices based on twin share, low season travel.
Toronto to New York via Niagara
Quebec
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the Sunlander
The Sunlander travels over 1680 kilometres of Queensland’s coastline, from Brisbane to Cairns. This iconic rail journey takes you to some of the most idyllic Queensland holiday destinations. Explore Hervey Bay, not only the playground for whales during their annual migration, but also the gateway to the Fraser Coast and World Heritage-listed Fraser Island. Stop at Proserpine, gateway to the Whitsunday islands, with 74 tropical islands in the Whitsunday group – you’ll be spoilt for choice. Discover the laid-back city feel of Townsville, with beautiful Magnetic Island on her doorstep. Final destination – Cairns, where the reef meets the rainforest.
Departing three times a week, The Sunlander offers a comfortable and affordable way to explore Queensland’s coastline, with a range of accommodation offerings to suit the needs of every traveller.
General Seating is perfect for a short journey or the budget-conscious traveller. Every seat faces the direction of travel and can be reclined for comfort.
Economy Berth cabins consist of three bunk-style beds, which can be sold individually to same-gender passengers, or booked for a travelling party or family. Cabins have a washbasin and mirror. Sheets and towels are provided.
1st Class Berths are available in either single or twin cabins and are fitted with a washbasin and mirror. Sheets and towels are also provided.
Queenslander Class is perfect for the astute, indulgent traveller. Queenslander Class is the ideal way to experience the picturesque coastal stretch between Brisbane and Cairns. Sumptuous meals are presented in the fine dining atmosphere of the Dining Car, or while away the hours with a cool drink and live entertainment in the Lounge Car. This premium class travel is guaranteed to exceed expectations.
All Queenslander Class sleeping berths are fitted with overhead reading lights, washbasins, fresh crisp linen, stationery packs, toiletries and bathrobes.
Point-to-Point Fares
Brisbane to/from Seat EconomyBerth
Rockhampton $105 $163
Mackay $154 $213
Whitsunday Coast $164 $223
Townsville $184 $242
Cairns $213 $271
Brisbane to/from First Class Berth
Q’lander Class
Rockhampton $253 n/a
Mackay $329 $631
Whitsunday Coast $344 $637
Townsville $374 $695
Cairns $417 $762
The Sunlander
Prices shown are per person, based on twin share. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons.
Australia
Whitsunday coast Standard package 443 Upgrade package 545
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StAnDARD PACKAGE:
One way rail travel Brisbane – Proserpine (overnight, •seat only) 2 nights 3 star accommodation in Airlie Beach•One way transfer Proserpine to Airlie Beach•
uPGRADE PACKAGE:
Economy berth travel as above•4 star accommodation as above•
Note Valid for travel 1 Apr–24 Dec 10.
Whitsunday Coast
cairns Standard package 335 Upgrade package 565
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StAnDARD PACKAGE:
One way rail travel Brisbane – Cairns •(overnight, seat only)2 nights 3 star accommodation in Cairns•
uPGRADE PACKAGE:
Economy berth travel as above• 4 star accommodation as above•
Note Valid for travel 1 Apr–24 Dec 10.
Cairns
Townsville Standard package 378 Upgrade package 518
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StAnDARD PACKAGE:
One way rail travel Brisbane – Townsville •(overnight, seat only)2 nights 3 star accommodation in Townsville•
uPGRADE PACKAGE:
Economy berth travel as above•4 star accommodation as above•
Note Valid for travel 1 Apr–24 Dec 10.
Townsville
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The Ghan Red & Gold Service
One wayDay/ Night Seat
Sleeper Cabin
Gold Service
Adelaide – Alice Springs or reverse
$358 $656 $1019
Alice Springs – Darwin or reverse
$358 $656 $1019
Adelaide – Darwin/Katherine or reverse
$716 $1312 $1973
Note Valid for travel from 1 Apr 10–31 Mar 11.
The Ghan Platinum Service
One way PlatinumService
Adelaide – Alice Springs or reverse $2365
Alice Springs – Darwin or reverse $2365
Adelaide – Darwin/Katherine or reverse
$2987
Note Valid for travel from 1 Apr 10–31 Mar 11.
Indian Pacific Red & Gold Service
One wayDay/ Night Seat
Sleeper Cabin
Gold Service
Sydney – Adelaide or reverse
$308 $501 $694
Adelaide – Perth or reverse
$458 $1036 $1514
Sydney – Perth or reverse
$716 $1362 $2008
Note Valid for travel from 1 Apr 10–31 Mar 11.
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Prices shown are per person, based on twin share. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons.
The Ghan & Indian PacificThe GhanExperience one of the most fascinating, great train journeys of the world. When The Ghan first departed Adelaide for Alice Springs, it was always intended that it would one day travel through to Darwin. More than 70 years on, in 2004, that dream became a reality, making it possible to enjoy two nights on board this great train in either direction. Marvel at the spectacular Australian landscapes, from fertile countryside surrounding Adelaide to the rusty hues of the Red Centre, onto the tropical splendour of the Top End. The Ghan is the ultimate journey through the heart of the continent.
Indian PacificCruise across the vast continent of Australia on one of the world’s longest and greatest train journeys, from the spectacular Blue Mountains to the treeless plains of The Nullarbor desert, where the train travels the world’s longest straight stretch of railway track, 478 kilometres. See the sights of some of Australia’s most famous outback towns on an optional off-train sightseeing tour offered during scheduled stops at Broken Hill, Adelaide and gold-rich Kalgoorlie. Cook, a remote outpost on the Nullarbor Plain, presents a further opportunity to stretch your legs.
All along the Indian Pacific route, keep an eye out for the magnificent Australian wedge-tailed eagle, the symbol of this great train. With a wingspan of up to two metres, it’s easy to spot in a clear desert sky.
Service features and inclusionsThe Ghan and the Indian Pacific have two levels of service, Red and Gold service. In September 2008, The Ghan introduced the new luxury Platinum service.
Red Service Daynighter Seat With a comfortable recliner lounge chair and generous leg room, the Red Service Daynighter Seat is perfect for a shorter journey or the budget-conscious traveller. Video entertainment and complimentary on-board magazines will help pass the time. Toilet and shower facilities are at the end of each carriage, and towels and soap are provided.
Red Service Sleeper Cabin During the day, the cabin consists of two lounge chairs facing each other, which convert to an upper and lower sleeping berth at night. The cabin also has private washing facilities, as well as a fold-away table, wardrobe, reading light and mirror. Please note: guests travelling alone may be required to share a sleeper cabin.
Gold Service Sleeper Cabin Choose from an elegant twin or single sleeper cabin. Twin cabins feature a three-seater lounge chair converting to a lower and upper sleeping berth and private ensuite. Single cabins feature a lounge chair converting to a single sleeping berth. Shower and toilet facilities are located at the end of each carriage. All Gold Service guests receive a complimentary toiletry bag, certificate of travel and a collector stick pin.
Platinum Service Sleeper Cabin – available on the Ghan only Platinum Service is a new luxury level of train travel, like no other Australian train accommodation. Platinum Cabins are approximately twice the size of our standard Gold Twin Cabins, with each room offering deluxe accommodation, including double beds, a spacious ensuite with full size shower and extended room service. They have all the modern comforts, in a classic style, with a distinctly Australian character. You will receive a welcome drink and appetiser on arrival in your cabin, complimentary nightcap and turndown service, freshly brewed tea and coffee delivered to your cabin each morning and for afternoon tea. There’s also an option to dine in-cabin if you wish. Priority restaurant seating, check-in and a complimentary hotel transfer to or from The Ghan in Darwin is also available.
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Prices shown are per person, based on twin share. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons. All prices available for travel in either direction. Packages available year round, ask your travel consultant for details.
the Ghan, Elizabeth River, northern territory
Darwin to Alice Springs 1365
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Discover the tropical Top End and our Red Centre on The Ghan.
InCLuDES:
2 nights 4 star accommodation in Darwin •& Alice Springs One way gold service sleeper cabin on •The Ghan (overnight) All meals on board • The Ghan
Note Valid for travel 1 Apr–31 May 10.
Darwin to Alice Springs
Alice Springs to Sydney 2151
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Travel from the red heart to the harbour city, via Adelaide on The Ghan.
InCLuDES:
1 night 4 star accommodation in Alice Springs• 1 night 4.5 star accommodation in Adelaide• 2 nights 4.5 star accommodation in Sydney• One way gold service sleeper cabin from Alice •Springs to Adelaide on The Ghan (overnight) One way gold service sleeper cabin from •Adelaide to Sydney on the Indian Pacific (overnight) All meals on board • The Ghan & the Indian Pacific
Note Valid for travel 1 Apr–31 May 10.
Alice Springs to Sydney
Darwin to Adelaide 2352
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The Ghan’s iconic voyage from the tropical Top End to the lush Adelaide surrounds.
InCLuDES:
2 nights 4 star accommodation in Darwin• 2 nights 4.5 star accommodation in Adelaide• One way gold service sleeper cabin on • The Ghan (2-night journey) All meals on board • The Ghan
Note Valid for travel 1 Apr–31 May 10.
Darwin to Adelaide
Darwin to Adelaide with Stopover 2948
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Take a break in the Red Centre on The Ghan.
InCLuDES:
1 night 4 star accommodation in Alice Springs• 2 nights 3.5 star accommodation in Ayers Rock• Uluru Sunrise & Base Morning Tour• Voyages Sounds of Silence Dinner• Return coach transfers from Alice Springs to •Ayers Rock One way gold service sleeper cabin on • The Ghan (2-night journey) All meals on board • The Ghan
Note Valid for travel 1 Apr–31 May 10.
Darwin to Adelaide with Stopover
Perth to Sydney 2268
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Take the long route – spending three nights on board the Indian Pacific from coast to coast.
InCLuDES:
2 nights 4 star accommodation in Perth• One way gold service sleeper cabin from Adelaide •to Sydney on the Indian Pacific (3-night journey) All meals on board the • Indian Pacific
Note Valid for travel 1 Apr–31 May 10.
Perth to Sydney
Perth to Darwin 4064
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Explore more of this vast country, travelling from Perth to Darwin via Adelaide and Alice Springs.
InCLuDES:
2 nights 4.5 star accommodation in Adelaide• 3 nights 4 star accommodation in Alice Springs• 2 nights 4 star accommodation in Darwin• One way gold service sleeper cabin from Perth to •Adelaide on the Indian Pacific (2-night journey) One way gold service sleeper cabin from Adelaide •to Darwin on The Ghan (2-night journey) All meals on board • The Ghan & the Indian Pacific
Note Valid for travel 1 Apr–31 May 10.
Perth to Darwin
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Prices shown are per person, based on twin share. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons.
Canterbury Plains, South Island
Tranz Scenic RailNew ZealandScenic Rail PassThe Scenic Rail Pass is an easy to use, great value pass allowing you to travel around New Zealand on the Tranz Scenic rail network at your own pace.
Designed for independent travellers who want to experience the true beauty and benefits of train travel, you can choose your own route, stop when you like and travel as many times as you wish within the validity of this flexible pass. The Scenic Rail Pass provides you with genuine savings off the standard adult fare, so the more you travel, the better the value.
TranzAlpine – Christchurch to GreymouthThe TranzAlpine scenic train journey travels between Christchurch and Greymouth, from one coast of New Zealand to the other, offering one of the world’s great scenic rail journeys. See the fields of the Canterbury Plains and farmland, spectacular gorges and river valleys of the Waimakariri River. Climb into the Southern Alps before descending through lush beech rainforest to the West Coast town of Greymouth – a great base for visits to Fox and Franz Joseph glaciers and Punakaiki.
All carriages include one way seating and tabled group seating, and an open-air viewing carriage allows you to get even closer to the stunning scenery.
The TranzAlpine departs Christchurch and Greymouth daily and takes four and a half hours in each direction.
TranzCoastal – Picton to Christchurch Travel between the delightful port of Picton and Christchurch, the South Island’s largest city. The journey is a scenic feast of New Zealand, with the Kaikoura mountain ranges on one side of your train and the rugged Pacific Ocean coastline on the other. The TranzCoastal includes an open-air viewing carriage and departs Christchurch and Picton daily.
The Overlander – Auckland to Wellington or reverseTake a journey through the heart of the North Island, travelling between Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city, to Wellington, New Zealand’s arts and culture capital.
Pass the Central North Island ski towns of National Park and Ohakune, see Mount Ruapehu, the Raurimu Spiral, and stunning river gorges – all from panoramic windows or open-air viewing decks.
Scenic Rail Passes7-Day South Island Pass
TranzAlpine & TransCoastal $290
TranzAlpine & TransCoastal, including ferry $360
Passes – all services
7-day pass without ferry $340
7-day pass with ferry $405
14-day pass with ferry $499
Note Valid for travel 1 Feb–31 Dec 10.
Point-to-Point FaresThe Overlander
Auckland – Wellington or reverse $135
TranzCoastal
Picton – Christchurch or reverse $145
Wellington – Christchurch or reverse $165
Wellington – Kaikoura or reverse, including ferry
$115
TranzAlpine
Christchurch – Greymouth or reverse $195
Auckland – Christchurch or reverse $300
Note Valid for travel 1 Feb–30 Sept 10.
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Note Prices based on twin share. Valid for travel 1 Apr–30 Sept 10.
Take the coastal route, and experience the rugged Pacific coastline.InCLuDES:
One way seat on the • TranzCoastal1 night 3 star accommodation in Picton•1 night 4 star accommodation in Christchurch•
TranzCoastal
The Overlander 269
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Note Prices based on twin share. Valid for travel 1 Apr–30 Sept 10.
Travel from Auckland to Wellington through the heart of the North Island.InCLuDES:
One way seat on • The Overlander1 night 4 star accommodation in Auckland•1 night 4 star accommodation in Wellington•
The Overlander
TranzAlpine 319
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Note Prices based on twin share. Valid for travel 1 Apr–30 Sept 10.
The famous TranzAlpine takes you through the magical Southern Alps.InCLuDES:
One way seat on the • TranzAlpine1 night 3 star accommodation in Picton•1 night 4 star accommodation in Christchurch•
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Prices shown are per person. Child rates available on application. Tickets must be issued in China & can either be delivered to your hotel (additional fee AUD35) or be made available for collection at Hong Kong Airport (additional fee AUD65). China rail packages: Visas for Tibet must be organised in advance; ask your travel consultant for details. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons.
Sub heading hereBaoMo Garden, Guangzhou
China RailwaysCrossing China’s vast and ancient lands may seem a daunting task; however, it has never been easier. China Railways have links to all major cities, and provide a safe, comfortable and reliable way to travel.
With bustling cities, relics and temples, China is like no other place on earth – it isn’t just a different country, it’s a different world. Take the train to Beijing, the capital of China and one of the most historical and cultural cities in the world. From Beijing you can easily access incredible wonders, such as the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, the Ming Tombs, the stunning Summer Palace and more. Or travel by rail to Shanghai: once called the ‘Paris of the Orient’, this riverside city boasts remnants of its decadent French colonial past, as well as temples, gardens and bazaars.
Venture outside China’s major cities into regional areas and discover another side to this fascinating country. Xi’an, the eternal city, offers you the Museum of Terracotta Warriors and Horses, lauded as ‘the eighth major miracle of the world’, along with the Mausoleum of Emperor Qin Shi Huang and the City Wall of the Ming Dynasty, the largest and most intact Ming Dynasty castle anywhere in the world. Southern China’s Guangzhou is one of the 24 cities that are the first to have been announced as famous cities of historic and cultural interest in China. Only 125 kilometres south-east of Guangzhou is Hong Kong, a city that takes you from east to west, past to present, city to nature.
Travel optionsThere are three options for seating on China Railway services: Seats are suitable for short rail journeys. Soft sleepers are comfortable four-berth compartments with full bedding provided. Deluxe sleepers are available on some major train routes and consist of a comfortable two-berth compartment with private ensuite.
Point-to-Point Fares
One way Seat Soft Sleeper
Sleeper Deluxe
Hong Kong – Shanghai n/a $378 $473
Hong Kong – Beijing n/a $430 $494
Hong Kong – Guangzhou
$126 n/a n/a
Guangzhou – Shanghai
$168 $410 $473
Shanghai – Beijing $147 $305 $515
Shanghai – Hangzhou
$105 n/a n/a
Shanghai – Guilin $168 $315 n/a
Shanghai – Suzhou $105 n/a n/a
Shanghai – Xi’an $157 $315 n/a
Xi’an – Beijing $126 $252 $410
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China Express 2177
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From the modern metropolis of Shanghai to ancient Beijing; meet the terracotta warriors on the way.
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4-berth soft sleeper class rail travel Beijing – Xi’an •– Shanghai – Beijing 2 nights 4 star accommodation in Beijing• 1 night 4 star accommodation in Xi’an & Shanghai• All transfers from airport to hotel & rail stations •to hotels
Note Prices based on twin share, low season travel.
China Express
Hong Kong to Beijing 1746
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Travel the length of this beautiful country, taking inHong Kong, Shanghai, Xi’an and Beijing.
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4-berth soft sleeper class rail travel Hong Kong •– Shanghai – Xi’an – Beijing 1 night 4 star accommodation in Hong Kong, •Shanghai, Xi’an & Beijing All transfers from airport to hotel & rail stations •to hotels
Note Prices based on twin share, low season travel.
Hong Kong to Beijing
Top of the World 1600
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Welcome to Lhasa, the heart and soul of Tibet. Explore the sights and sounds of the old quarter.
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4-berth soft sleeper class rail travel Beijing •– Lhasa one way 1 night 4 star accommodation in Beijing• 3 nights 4 star accommodation in Lhasa• All transfers from airport to hotel & rail stations •to hotels
Note Prices based on twin share, low season travel.
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Prices shown are per person, based on twin share. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons. Children: 0–5 years FREE; 6–11 years child rate applies. Unlimited travel: Unlimited consecutive travel days for the number of days specified. Flexi: Travel on any 4 days within a 1 month period.
Japan RailUltra-modern, slick, fast and reliable … step into the future and experience Japan by rail. Travel through awe-inspiring landscapes, to thriving modern metropolises or traditional rural villages. Discover hot springs, volcanoes or cool mountain regions. Japan Rail passes are the most economical way to see this beautiful and diverse country, and are only available for purchase outside of Japan. There are two classes of travel to choose from: Ordinary (second class) and Green (first class).
Japan Rail PassThe most popular accompaniment to any holiday to Japan, the Japan Rail Pass gives you unlimited travel over the entire Japan network, as well as limited bus and ferry services (excludes Nozomi super-express Shinkansen bullet trains). Purchase a pass for seven, 14 or 21 days of unlimited travel.
If you’re intending to focus your holiday on a specific region of Japan, choose one of the following regional train passes.
Japan Rail East PassThe East Pass is an economical and flexible way to discover eastern Japan. The pass is available for unlimited travel over five or 10 days, or choose a four-day flexi pass that allows you to travel on any four days within one month. The Japan Rail East covers metropolitan Tokyo and many popular destinations in Eastern Japan, including: Nagano, Niigata, Sendai, Morioka, Misawa and Akita.
Japan Rail West PassKansai Area Pass Discover the Kansai region, the cultural and historical heart of Japan. Major attractions include Kyoto, the first imperial city and Kobe, one of Japan’s most beautiful cities. The Kansai Area covers Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, Nara and Himeji. This pass cannot be used for Shinkansen trains (bullet trains).
Sanyo Area Pass Facing the inland sea, the Sanyo region is known as the ‘sunny’ region due to its mild climate. Visit the inspiring city of Hiroshima or the beautiful gardens of Okayama. The Sanyo Area covers the western area of Japan, stretching roughly from Sasebo to Osaka, including famous sightseeing areas, such as: Hiroshima, Okayama and Hakata. The pass is only available in Ordinary Class travelling on the 500-Series ONozomi and other Sanyo Shinkansen trains (reserved and non-reserved seats).
Japan Rail Hokkaido PassJapan’s northern most main island, the Hokkaido Area, is known for its untamed wilderness and excellent skiing throughout winter. Enjoy natural hot springs and a myriad of outdoor adventures, including kayaking, hiking and fishing. Ask your travel consultant for pass options and prices. Japan Rail Hokkaido covers all lines on Hokkaido Island, including the cities of Sapporo, Kushiro and Asahikawa. This pass is also valid on the bus lines of JR Hokkaido Bus Co.
Japan Rail Kyushu PassKyushu is the most southern of the four main islands and is known as the ‘Land of Fire’, due to its abundance of hot springs and volcanoes. Photographers will love the surreal and eerie volcanic landscapes. Ask your travel consultant for pass options and prices. Japan Rail Kyushu covers Nagasaki, Suizenji Park, Kagoshima and Obi Castle. It also includes travel on the new Kyushu Shinkansen train.
Japan Rail PassesOrdinary Class (2nd Class) Adult Child
7 days $354 $177
14 days $564 $282
21 days $722 $361
Green Class (1st Class) Adult Child
7 days $473 $237
14 days $765 $383
21 days $995 $498
Japan Rail East PassOrdinary Class (2nd Class) Adult Child
4 days (flexi) $286 $143
5 days (unlimited) $286 $143
10 days (unlimited) $458 $229
Green Class (1st Class) Adult Child
4 days (flexi) $401 $201
5 days (unlimited) $401 $201
10 days (unlimited) $641 $321
Japan Rail West PassKansai Area Pass Adult Child
1 day $25 $13
2 days $50 $25
3 days $63 $32
4 days $75 $38
Sanyo Area Pass Adult Child
4 days $250 $125
8 days $375 $188
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Prices shown are per person, based on twin share accommodation. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons. Pass price does not include seat reservation fees.
Japan Sightseeing
Tokyo Morning Tour 80 60
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Spend the morning exploring one of the world’s most modern and exciting cities.
See the Tokyo Tower, Imperial Palace Plaza, Tasaki Pearl Gallery, Asakusa Temple and Nakamise Shopping Arcade.
DEPARtS: Daily
DuRAtIon: 4 hours
Note Children 0–3 years FREE, 4–11 years child price applies.
Tokyo Morning Tour
Tokyo disneyland Pass 1-day passport 148 115 2-day passport 226 170 3-day passport 281 211
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There’s so much to see and do at Tokyo Disney Resort. Besides the two Disney theme parks – Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea – you’ll find fun places to shop, eat and be entertained.
A 1-day passport will allow you to visit either Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo DisneySea, where a 2 or 3-day pass will allow you to fully enjoy both parks.
Note Children 0–3 years FREE, 4–11 years child price applies.
Tokyo Disneyland Pass
universal Studios Japan 1-day passport 89 60 2-day passport 153 105
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A little taste of Hollywood, right here in Osaka. Enjoy a variety of exciting theme rides and shows inspired by world-famous movies, animations and comic series. For children and grown-ups alike, the entire park is filled with wonder and allows you to experience the thrill and excitement of the imaginative worlds of famous blockbuster movies.
Note Children 0–3 years FREE, 4–11 years child price applies.
Universal Studios Japan
Kyoto Walking Tour 218 99
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Kyoto is renowned as the cultural heart of Japan; with over 17 UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites, this is definitely a must-see city on any Japanese itinerary. This walking tour is fully guided by an English speaker and takes you to such sites as the Mikimoto Pearl Island, Ise-Jingu Grand Shrine and Okage Yokocho.
DEPARtS: Daily
DuRAtIon: Full day
Note Children 0–3 years FREE, 4–11 years child price applies.
Kyoto Walking Tour
Mt Fuji & Hakone Day Tour 289 143
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Discover the natural beauty of Japan on this tour to Mt Fuji and Hakone. Explore the Mt Fuji Visitor Centre and the Mt Fuji 5th Station, cruise on Lake Ashi, stroll thorugh the small town of Hakone-en, before riding the Mt Komagatake Arial Cableway. Includes an English-speaking guide and lunch.
DEPARtS: Daily – from Tokyo
DuRAtIon: Full day
Note Children 0–3 years FREE, 4–11 years child price applies.
Mt Fuji & Hakone Day Tour
Hiroshima Day Tour 324 278
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Experience the amazing survival and re-build story of Hiroshima. This quiet city was placed on the world map on August 6 1945, when the first atomic bomb was dropped. Visit the Peace Memorial Park, Itsukushima Shrine, A-bomb dome and Miyajima Island. Includes an English-speaking guide.
DEPARtS: Daily – from Osaka
DuRAtIon: Full day
Note Children 0–3 years FREE, 4–11 years child price applies.
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Prices shown are per person, based on twin share accommodation. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons. Pass price does not include seat reservation fees.
Matsumoto Castle
Japan Packages
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Cultural Highlights 3424
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This independent and fully flexible tour takes you to the heart of Japan’s cultural regions. Travel by train, stay in 4 star accommodation, and enjoy the flexibility of travelling on your own, with the knowledge of daily guided tours. Spend four nights discovering Tokyo, two nights in Osaka and two nights in Kyoto.
Guided tours include: Half day & Nightlife Tour of Tokyo, day tour to Mt Fuji & Hakone. Entry to Himeji Castle, day tour to Hiroshima, day & walking tour of Kyoto.
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8 nights 4 star accommodation•7-day Japan Rail Pass & 5 day tours•
DuRAtIon: 9 days/8 nights
Note Prices based on twin share, low season travel.
Cultural Highlights
Short Stay Japan 1199
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2 nights accommodation Osaka & 3 nights accommodation Tokyo•Airport to hotel transfer in Osaka & one way train to airport in Tokyo•Half day guided Afternoon Walking Tour Osaka•One way bullet train from Osaka to Tokyo•Full day Mt Fuji & Hakone guided tour, including lunch•Full day Nikko Kogen Waterfall guided tour, including lunch•Tokyo Evening Tour, including dinner•
DuRAtIon: 6 days/5 nights
Note Prices based on twin share, low season travel.
Short Stay Japan
Kinki – Cradle of Modern Japan 3535
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Explore the modern side of Japan. Staying in 4 star accommodation and utilising the most efficient rail system in the world, combine the independence of travelling on your own with the local knowledge of guided tours.
Spend three nights discovering the buzz of Tokyo and three nights exploring Kyoto’s 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites. Guided tours include: Half day Morning Tour and a Nightlife Tour of Tokyo, full day tour to the Pearl Island and Ise Shinto Shrine.
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9 nights 4 star accommodation•Japan Rail Pass & 2 day tours•
DuRAtIon: 10 days/9 nights (4 nights Tokyo & 5 nights Kyoto)
Note Prices based on twin share, low season travel.
Kinki – Cradle of Modern Japan
Japan Ski 999
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Shiga Kogen is by far the largest ski resort in Japan, with 21 interlinked resorts all on one lift ticket! Shiga covers a huge area, offers a great diversity of natural terrain, and was host to some events during the 1998 Winter Olympics. This package provides accommodation at the Okushiga Kogen Hotel, right at the base of the Shiga Kogen ski resort and a five day lift pass.
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7 nights accommodation at The Okushiga Kogen Hotel, including breakfast•5-day lift pass Shiga Kogen ski resort•
DuRAtIon: 8 days/7 nights
Note Prices based on twin share, low season travel.
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Prices shown are per person, based on twin share. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons.
VietnamPoint-to-Point Fares
One way Duration Adult One way
Hanoi – Saigon 29 hours $148
Hanoi – Lao Cai 8 hours $56
Hanoi – Hue 12 hours $75
Hanoi – Danang 11–16 hours $80
Hue – Nha Trang 11–13 hours $56
Danang – Phan Thiet 11 hours $53
Danang – Nha Trang 8 hours $62
Nha Trang – Saigon 7 hours $43
Phan Thiet – Saigon 3 hours $35
Note Standard soft-sleeper class.
Vietnam demands to be experienced, not just seen! This country offers the traveller a wonderful variety of natural beauty: from the charm of the Mekong Delta to its stunning central coastline, the soaring mountains of Sapa in the north, awe-inspiring Halong Bay, emerald-green rice paddies and traditional cuisine to tantalise the tastebuds.
Vietnamese trains are the ideal way for independent travellers see Vietnam at ground level. The trains are safe, comfortable and inexpensive. Your train journey will be an experience in itself and become an integral part of your visit to Vietnam.
Air-conditioned trains link Hanoi, Hue, Danang, Nha Trang and Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City). Hoi An has no station, but it’s just 30 kilometres by bus or taxi from Danang. There are also trains from Hanoi to Haiphong (for Halong Bay) and Hanoi to Lao Cai (for Sapa).
Reunification Express Trains between Hanoi and Saigon are sometimes referred to as the ‘Reunification Express’ by guide books or tourist agencies. However, there are now many trains on this route and no single train officially carries this name.
Travel optionsWhile there are no pass options available in Vietnam, there are a myriad of point-to-point fares to take you to almost any destination.
Soft-class sleepers are the recommended way to travel. The four-berth compartments with air-conditioning are perfect for any journey involving overnight travel. Soft-class sleepers have western-style toilets at the end of the corridor.
There is also the option of having a hard-sleeper or seat, which aren’t recommended for most western travellers or long journeys, but are available for the budget-conscious traveller.
hanoi to Saigon Standard package 559 Upgrade package 678
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StAnDARD PACKAGE:
Soft-sleeper rail travel Hanoi – Hue – Nha Trang •– Saigon 1 night 4 star accommodation in Hanoi, Hue, •Nha Trang & Saigon
uPGRADE PACKAGE:
5 star accommodation as above•
Note Prices based on twin share, valid for travel 1 Jan–31 Oct 10.
Hanoi to Saigon
Sapa Mini-break 538
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Take a train high into the hills and discover Sapa. Enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery and immerse yourself in the culture of the many hilltribes people.
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Rail travel Hanoi – Lao Cai return in a 4-berth •soft-sleeper 1 night 5 star accommodation in Sapa• Transfers from Lao Cai to Sapa return•
Note Prices based on twin share, valid for travel 1 Jan–31 Oct 10.
Sapa Mini-break
Mui Ne Mini-break 202
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Escape the buzz of Saigon to the beautiful quiet town of Mui Ne. Famous for its sand dunes, it also offers a lovely beach and an abundance of fresh seafood.
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Travel Saigon – Phan Thiet & then private transfers •Phan Thiet to Mui Ne & return 2 nights 3 star accommodation in Mui Ne• Breakfast daily•
Note Prices based on twin share, valid for travel 1 Jan–31 Oct 10.
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Venice Simplon-orient-Express
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, Europe
Price shown is per person one way. Child rates available on application. Venice Simplon-Orient-Express: Not included in the tour – transfers to the VSOE in Paris & from the VSOE in Istanbul, unless booked separately, personal insurance, drinks on board VSOE, visas where required. Venice Simplon-Orient-Express will require, in advance, full passport & travel details of passengers in order to prepare border crossing formalities. Itinerary may be subject to change due to local conditions. Most meals are included in the price. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons.
Romance, adventure and pleasure are all intimately bound up in journeys that criss-cross Europe between some of the world’s most alluring cities. Step on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and you step back into a more gracious, elegant age.
DiningYour meals on board will be unforgettable. Set the tone with a visit to the Bar Car, famous for its delicious cocktails and welcoming atmosphere. Lunch, dinner and brunch are served in one of the three dining cars; softly muted lighting enhances the mood while fine linen, French silverware and heavy crystal invite you to prepare for a meal to remember. Breakfast and afternoon tea are served in your compartment. Table d’hote meals are included in the fare, while an a la carte menu and 24 hour compartment service is available additionally.
ItinerariesIn 1889, the legendary Orient-Express travelled from Paris to Istanbul, then known as Constantinople, travelling via Vienna and Budapest. Now there are many options available for the discerning traveller.
London – Paris (day trip) Sit back and enjoy a three-course lunch with wine and champagne as you travel to the Kentish coast from London Victoria station. Cross to France and join your reserved day car and enjoy a delicious four-course dinner, prepared by skilled French chefs. Arrive in Paris in the evening. Journey available in reverse.
Venice – Rome (day trip) Board in Venice Santa Lucia station in the morning. Visit the Bar Car for an aperitif, before your delicious three-course lunch is served in one of the beautiful restaurant cars. Relax as the Italian scenery provides an ever-changing view before the train pulls into Rome in the afternoon. Travel is available in reverse; however, journey is overnight.
London or Paris – Venice (2 days/1 night) Embark on the British Pullman from London and cross the Channel, or start in Paris and board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Enjoy your next day on board as the train travels through the towering Swiss Mountains and Austrian Alps before arriving in Venice.
Prague – Paris or London (2 days/1 night) Join the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in the fascinating city of Prague for your journey through the Czech Republic and into Germany. Enjoy your night on board as the train travels on into France and arrives in Paris the following morning.
London or Paris – Venice – Rome (4 days/3 nights) Embark on the British Pullman from London, before crossing the Channel, or start in Paris. Board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express for a journey through France and into Switzerland. Travel through the towering Swiss Mountains and Austrian Alps before your arrival in the magnificent city of Venice, for a two-night stay. Re-join the train for your onward journey to Rome, the ancient capital of Italy.
Krakow – Dresden – London or Paris (4 days/3 nights) Travel from Krakow, the architectural gem of Poland, via Dresden, the ‘Florence of the North’ where culture and adventure await you.
Paris – Budapest – Bucharest – Istanbul (6 days/5 nights) Depart from Paris and journey through France, Switzerland and Austria towards Budapest, where you’ll stop overnight. Continue through Hungary and into Romania. Enjoy the next day and night in Bucharest. On rejoining the train, explore Bulgaria, before spending your last night and day on board as you travel to your destination, Istanbul.
Istanbul – Bucharest – Budapest – Venice (6 days/5 nights) Embark in Istanbul and travel through Turkey and Bulgaria. Arrive the next day in Bucharest for a night, and continue towards Hungary, before arriving in Budapest, the next morning. Re-join the train and travel into Austria, stopping for a short city tour in Vienna. Enjoy your last night on board as the train crosses into Italy and on to Venice.
Routes can be combined to make longer journeys, or single sections can be purchased separately. Ask your travel consultant for more information.
Day Car TravelRail Sectors Adult
London – Paris $1360
Paris – London $1140
Rome – Venice $1560
Extended Journeys2 days/1 night Adult
London – Venice $3700
Paris – Venice $3100
Prague – Paris $2840
Budapest – Paris $2840
4 days/3 nights Adult
London – Venice – Rome $4420
Paris – Venice – Rome $3820
Krakow – Dresden – London $4520
6 days/5 nights Adult
Paris – Istanbul $10920
Istanbul – Venice $9320
Note Prices based on twin share, travel in Double Compartment.
Luxury
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Prices shown are per person, based on twin share. Child rates available on application. Most meals, tea & coffee are included in the price. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons.
the Eastern & oriental-Express
Eastern & Oriental-Express, AsiaExperience a panoramic view of the mystical landscapes of Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia and Laos. The majesty and splendour of the E&O, with its elegant compartments, delicious cuisine and superb service, is a truly unique way to experience the full wonder of this remarkable region.
DiningOur chefs are internationally renowned for their ability to create a tantalising variety of Eastern and European dishes, using the finest fresh seasonal ingredients.
Lunch and dinner are served in the two restaurant cars. A continental breakfast is delivered to your compartment, and tea and coffee are available in the Observation Car from 7am onwards. Afternoon tea will be served in your compartment. Most meals, tea and coffee are included.
Compartments & SuitesThe Eastern & Oriental-Express offers three grades of beautifully appointed compartments: Pullman Superiors, State Cabins and Presidential Suites. All options have a separate ensuite with shower.
Pullman Superior Cabin During the daytime, the compartment is a private lounge provided by a banquette style sofa. At night, the seating converts to an upper and lower bed.
State Compartment A private lounge during the day with a banquette style sofa and fixed chair, and one moveable chair. Fixed daytime seating converts to two single beds at night.
Presidential Suite Styled as a private lounge during the day with a sofa, fixed chair and two moveable chairs. Daytime seating converts to two single beds at night. Enjoy a complimentary bar in the cabin.
ItinerariesFollowing the success of the famous Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, the Eastern & Oriental-Express made history as the first train to transport passengers directly from Singapore and Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok. Now there are many journeys available through Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Laos.
Bangkok – Chiang Mai (2 days/1 night) Travel through the magnificent landscapes of Thailand at a leisurely pace, before arriving in Chiang Mai the following day. Journey available in the reverse direction.
Kuala Lumpur – Bangkok (3 days/2 nights) Journey from Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok through the heart of South-East Asia, with visits to colonial Georgetown and the River Kwai. Available in reverse.
Bangkok – Vientiane (3 days/2 nights) A thrilling journey through north-east Thailand to the ravishing Angkor-style temple of Phimai, and on across the Mekong to the fascinating capital city of Vientiane. This journey is available in the reverse direction and as a return journey over three nights and four days.
Bangkok – Singapore (4 days/3 nights) Travel from Bangkok through the beauty of Thailand, to the infamous River Kwai and onwards to Malaysia, see colonial Georgetown and Fort Cornwallis, before crossing over the Straits of Johor to the elegant city of Singapore. Also available in reverse.
the thai Explorer: Bangkok – Chiang Mai – Bangkok (4 days/3 nights) Depart from Bangkok and travel north to Chiang Mai. Enjoy visits to Si Satchanalai, part of the ancient Khmer Empire, revered 13th century Buddhist temples and Lampang en route, before returning to Bangkok.
Bangkok – Chiang Mai – Bangkok – Singapore (9 days/8 nights) Depart from Bangkok. with visits to Chiang Mai, Lampang and the infamous River Kwai. Stop over in Bangkok, before continuing down the Malay Peninsula to Singapore with a visit to Georgetown and Penang en route. Option to start from Chiang Mai to Singapore, which takes seven nights and eight days.
Extended Journeys1 night Bangkok – Chiang Mai Adult
Pullman Superior Compartment $1810
State Compartment $2440
Presidential Suite $3230
2 nights Kuala Lumpur – Bangkok or reverse Adult
Pullman Superior Compartment $2430
State Compartment $3450
Presidential Suite $4850
2 nights Bangkok – Vientiane Adult
Pullman Superior Compartment $2200
State Compartment $2780
Presidential Suite $3600
3 nights Bangkok – Singapore Adult
Pullman Superior Compartment $2860
State Compartment $4060
Presidential Suite $5710
3 nights Bangkok – Chiang Mai – Bangkok Adult
Pullman Superior Compartment $2390
State Compartment $3310
Presidential Suite $4650
8 nights Bangkok – Chiang Mai – Bangkok – Singapore Adult
Pullman Superior Compartment $4465
State Compartment $6265
Presidential Suite $8810
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With the first major civilisation flourishing on Indian soil almost five thousand years ago, it’s no wonder that India has the utmost respect for tradition, culture and ancient history.
Even the mere mention of the word India provokes thoughts of spice-scented air, colourful festivals, deeply mystical and spiritual people, ornate temples and grand palaces.
Modern-day India is a land of contrasts, from bustling cities, housing millions of people, to sleepy beachside resorts. In 2010, Delhi will host the Commonwealth Games and the world’s attention will be well and truly focused on this amazing country. India is a modern culture that manages to maintain the ethereal quality of its past.
There is no better way to travel this vast and contrasting land than by train. Relax in the cool comfort of your luxury coach while the exotic scenes slide by your window, from the aridity and striking beauty of the desert state of Rajasthan, to the long stretches of beautiful beaches lining the west coast.
You may feel humbled as you step into the shadows of some of India’s most famous sights, such as the Taj Mahal and Pink City of Jaipur, or amazed as you stumble across new and exciting discoveries, but one thing is for sure; India will stamp its passion, vibrancy and energy in your memory for a long time after you’ve left. This is one destination that will reward you for your sense of adventure and will have you coming back for more.
The Royal Palace on WheelsThe Palace on Wheels has been rated as one of the ten most luxurious train journeys in the world. Once on board you will feel like royalty, as your personal attendant, or Khidmatgar will be on hand to take care of all your travel needs. As a special touch, all the passengers are greeted with a traditional royal welcome at every station.
Relax in the lounge and take in a game of chess or bridge. Enjoy a refreshing aperitif in the well-stocked bar and dine at one of two lavish restaurants, ‘The Maharaja’ and ‘The Maharani’ with a Rajasthani ambience serving mouth-watering Continental, Chinese, Indian and Rajasthani cuisines.
There are 14 coaches in the train, each coach is provided with four bedded chambers with plush Rajasthani interiors. The coaches provide facilities to make your voyage comfortable, including channel music, intercom, ensuites with shower and running hot and cold water.
Palace on Wheels takes you on an amazing eight-day journey, starting in Delhi and taking you to the majestic state of Rajasthan. The route continues to the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur; Jaisalmer; ‘Sun City’ of Jodhpur, Sawai Madhopur; Chittaurgarh and Udaipur or ‘Venice of the East’, then finally to Bharatpur and Agra, ‘City of the Taj’.
iTiNerary: Delhi – Jaipur – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur – Sawai Madhopur – Chittaurgarh – Udaipur – Bharatpur – Agra – Delhi
Delhi to Delhi 8 days/7 nights starts at $2200 per person twin share.
Deccan OdysseyTravel across the heart of India through the land of the brave Marathas on a Deccan Odyssey. Surrounded in luxury, you’ll be transported on an unforgettable sojourn to serene beaches, magnificent forts and palaces, and historic sites.
Enjoy the luxurious opulence of the Deccan Odyssey as the exotic landscapes of India slide by your window. Pick up a novel from the library and relax in the lounge bar, enjoy a rejuvenating massage in the Spa Car, or for the more active, work out in the gym, followed by a soothing steam bath. Sumptuous Indian, Continental and Chinese cuisine is served in your choice of two restaurants.
Sleep well in the air-conditioned comfort of your deluxe saloon. Each room has an ensuite with shower, hot and cold running water plus CD and MP3 player.
Travel to the beautiful beaches of Goa and the Konkan coast, see the grand forts and palaces, such as the Jaigad Fort, Sindhudurg Sea Fort and Osho Ashram. Tour the historic sites of Ajanta, Ellora and visit the Ellora Caves of Aurangabad. Your luxury train ride brings you back to the modern city of Mumbai, at the end of your magical Deccan Odyssey luxury train journey.
iTiNerary: Mumbai – Jaigad, Ganapatipule, Ratnagiri – Sindhudurg, Tarkarli, Sawantwadi – Goa – Kolhapur, Pune – Aurangabad – Ajanta & Nashik – Mumbai
Mumbai to Mumbai 8 days/7 nights starts at $3010 per person twin share.
taj Mahal
Prices shown are per person, based on twin share. Child rates available on application. Conditions apply. Prices are a guide only, please ask your travel consultant for exact pricing & seasons.
Luxury Trains of India
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Palace on WheelsIndia GoA, Royal Deccan
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the Blue train
Luxury Trains of South AfricaRovos Rail, South AfricaStep on board the Pride of Africa. The Rovos Rail has earned an international reputation for its truly world-class travel experiences. Once on board the wood panelled coaches, enjoy fine cuisine in five-star luxury as some of the most varied scenery imaginable unfolds beyond the windows. Recapture the romance and atmosphere of a bygone era.
The Rovos Rail journeys 1600 kilometres from Cape Town to Pretoria along the old Karoo pioneering trail. Travel the grasslands of the gold-rich Highveld to the haunting barrenness of the Great Karoo. Trundle through the spectacular mountain ranges and scenic wine lands of the Cape.
There are three levels of suites available on the Rovos.
the Royal Suite, each of which takes up half a carriage, is spacious and elegant. Each has its own private lounge area and full bathroom with Victorian bath and separate shower.
the Deluxe Suite also accommodates two passengers in either twin or double beds and has a lounge area and ensuite bathroom with shower.
the Pullman Suite includes an identical bathroom to that of the deluxe suites, however the bedroom is smaller with a one-up, one-down bunk for twin requirements, or a double bed for couples. During the day, this can be converted into a comfortable couch.
Cape town to Pretoria 3 days/2 nights in a Pullman suite starts at $1699 per person twin share.
The Blue Train, South AfricaThe Blue Train is unique – it is not merely a train but combines the luxury of the world’s leading hotels with the charm of train travel. Think of it as an all-inclusive luxury rail cruise with an opportunity to view South Africa’s spectacular landscapes along the way.
On the regular journey between Pretoria and Cape Town, The Blue Train covers 1600 kilometres as she glides past South Africa’s goldfields of the Witwatersrand, the farms of the northern Cape, and on to Kimberley, home of the original diamond rush. The journey continues to the heart of the winelands and to one of the fairest cities on earth: Cape Town.
There are two levels of suites available on The Blue Train.
the Luxury Suite extends your personal domain by more than a metre and the twin or double-bedded suite offers a deep, long bath for slow, luxuriant soaking. The Luxury Suite has a private digital entertainment centre and an inviting selection of music CDs and big-screen movies.
the De Luxe Suite also accommodates two passengers in either twin bed with shower or double beds with bathtub and hand-held shower.
All of The Blue Train suites have private bathrooms with marble floors, gold fittings and a choice of bath or shower. Plush white towels, soft cotton kimonos and an array of luxury bath oils and soaps are provided.
Cape town to Pretoria 2 days/1 night in a De Luxe suite starts at $1399 per person twin share.
Premier Classe, South AfricaThe moment you board the air-conditioned Premier Classe train, you’ll step into a world that recaptures the long lost elegance of luxury train travel and the personalised service of a bygone era. At the same time, you’ll enjoy the technology and sophistication of the fast-paced, modern world around you.
While we accommodate 126 passengers in sheer luxury, you’ll enjoy the attention to detail of our spacious compartments and lavishly appointed bathrooms.
As a Premier Classe guest, you have the luxury of choice. Choose between a room that comfortably accommodates two, three or four guests, and a room for a single traveller. An internal telephone is available in the rooms should guests want to order refreshments or beverages
Pamper your senses with the pleasure of an African Armani Spa treatment – in the first spa on a train in Africa. It’s sheer luxury and the ultimate route to relaxation that’s certain to put your spirit back on track.
The Premier Classe departs from Johannesburg to Cape Town every Thursday and Sunday, returning from Cape Town to Johannesburg every Tuesday and Saturday. Fare includes all meals, including morning tea and coffee in the Departure Lounge and afternoon high tea or coffee.
Johannesburg to Cape town starts at $399 per person twin share one way.
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2010
For exciting holiday options visit www.infinityholidays.com.au Infinity Holidays Rail 2010 First edition. Valid 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2010.
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EURAIl PASS, EURAIl SElECt PASS, All OtHER EUROPEAN RAIl PASSES & BRItRAIl PASS:
Passes cannot be issued, purchased or used by residents of Europe, the United Kingdom, the Russian Federation, Turkey, Morocco, Algeria or Tunisia.
HOw tO vAlIDAtE & USE yOUR PASS:
(i) Passes are to be validated within six months from the date of issue and prior to the first day of use. To validate your pass, present your passport and your pass to a railway official in a railway ticket office (not the conductor) in the country in which it is valid. The railway official will enter the first and last date of validity on the pass. This must be done before boarding a train, bus or boat or when renting a car for the first time. In most cases validity runs from midnight to midnight for the period shown on the pass but check individual passes/countries for variations. All services, rail, rental car, air travel and travel bonuses must be used within the validity of the accompanying rail pass.
(ii) All persons listed on control vouchers/passes must be present when validating a Saverpass, Twin pass or BritRail Party Pass.
(iii) Under no circumstances is the holder allowed to validate his or her own pass, nor should pass holders enter their own passport number. Tampering with or altering a pass renders the pass void and authorises train staff to confiscate the pass and subjects passenger to a fine payable in local currency.
(iv) Passes are strictly non-transferable and are only valid for those whose name appears on the pass. Use by anyone other than those named will invalidate the pass and will result in a heavy fine in local currency and confiscation of the pass. It is compulsory to present passports to railway officials on request.
(v) Passes are not valid on hotel trains, private or specialty trains unless otherwise stated.
(vi) On Flexi passes, before boarding the first train or ship of the day, you must enter the date in ink, in the appropriate calendar box on your pass. Failure to comply with validation and date of use regulations is considered travelling without a ticket and will result in a fine collected on board the train. Train personnel are authorised to confiscate the pass in addition to levying the fine.
(vii) Passes are available in first and second class unless stated otherwise. Passengers holding first class passes are also permitted to travel in standard/second class. Passengers holding standard/second class passes are permitted to travel in first class only if they pay the difference between the two fares as applicable locally.
(viii) Travellers are responsible for ensuring that they have all necessary visas and appropriate travel documents prior to their departure from Australia.
(ix) Travel documents must remain in their official ticket cover to be eligible for travel.
(x) Refunds – Lost or stolen passes and tickets are neither refundable nor replaceable. Passes may only be refunded if none of the components of the pass or package have been used and the pass or the package is not validated. Refunds when applicable, will only be paid if a pass or ticket is returned to the issuing office, totally unused, prior to validation and in its original jacket. All Eurail, Eurail Selectpass and National European passes* may be presented for application for a refund up to one year from
the date of issuance. (*Some regional passes can only be refunded up to six months from the date of issuance – refer to ticket cover at time of issue). Refunds for unused Eurail and BritRail sector tickets or sleeper reservations may only be considered if the ticket is returned prior to the commencement validity date on the tickets or otherwise endorsed by a European or British railway office as ‘unused’, prior to last day of ticket validity. This may be arranged at any respective European or UK railway station. Tickets not so endorsed cannot be refunded after the validity commencement date. Refunds for BritRail passes will be granted if an unvalidated pass is returned to the office from which it was purchased within six months from the date of issue and bears no evidence of having been tampered with. No refund can be made in Britain or if the pass cannot be produced or if lost or stolen. No refund will be made on a validated unused pass. A 100% cancellation fee will be applied for couchettes and sleepers if space is not cancelled and the vouchers were not endorsed with a railway official stamp. Handling fees and seat reservations are non-refundable.
RESERvAtIONS FOR SEAtS, SlEEPERS AND COUCHEttES:
A pass does not guarantee a seat on a train, bus, plane or boat. Seat reservations should be made in advance and are compulsory on Premier trains, some buses and boats. Reservations are also compulsory for all sleepers and couchettes and should be made in advance.
ADDItIONAl CHARGES:
(i) All rail passes are issued as open dated. A Pass Issuance Fee will apply.
(ii) Seat reservations, sleepers and couchettes, travel on Premier trains, luggage checking and port taxes, are all subject to additional charges that are not covered by the passes. These, including meals and refreshments, are all to be paid separately.
Luggage checking, port taxes, meals and refreshments as well as seat reservations, sleepers and couchettes reserved locally must be paid abroad in local currency.
(iii) Rail passes do not include the cost of admission fees to sightseeing venues/tourist attractions unless they are listed as a Bonus Travel Offer included with the pass.
GOvERNING RUlES:
All transportation covered by those passes where use is intended for more than one country is subject to the Uniform Rules concerning the Contract for International Carriage of Passengers and Luggage by Rail (CIV). National and/or single-country passes are subject to rules and regulations of their specific countries. Neither the British or European railroads nor Infinity Rail assume any responsibility for damages resulting from a strike.
JAPAN RAIl PASS & AmtRAk USA PASS PRODUCtS:
(i) For Japan and USA rail tickets, the passenger name on the ticket must correspond directly with the name in the passenger’s passport.
(ii) Detailed conditions for each specific product offered by Infinity Rail are detailed in the accompanying transportation company documentation at time of ticket issue. Copy of such conditions may be requested prior to purchase. It is the responsibility of the customer to read all documentation prior to commencement of travel.
(iii) Payments must be made strictly in accordance with the requirements stipulated for each product at the time of booking.
(iv) Refund applications must be submitted to the office where the pass or ticket was purchased, with appropriate, original documentation, such as all components of the
original pass. Any refundable amount is subject to a minimum 15% cancellation charge.
(v) There is no refund on lost, stolen or partially used passes. No refund is available on a Japan Rail Pass once the Exchange Order has been presented for the official travel pass to be issued.
A 100% cancellation fee will be applied for couchettes and sleepers if space is not cancelled and the vouchers were not endorsed with a railway official stamp.
(vi) Fares quoted in AUD or foreign currencies are subject to change without prior notice. Additional local processing and amendment fees may apply to any change, cancellation or refund. Cancellation fees in Australia are subject to 10% GST.
(vii) Travellers are responsible for ensuring they have all necessary visas and appropriate travel documents prior to their departure from Australia.
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