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From Fiordlands to Flowers: New Zealand Voyage & All-Inclusive Indian Pacific Rail with Australia in Bloom

Holiday Includes:

Full-Board Cruise
All-Inclusive Rail Journey
Hotels
Tours
Transfers
All Flights

From £5,299pp

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Holiday Overview

Ship : Royal Princess®
Duration: 23 NIGHTS
Departure: 12 March 2028
Holiday Type: Cruise & Rail
Holiday code: AUS7583

Available Date Range: Jan & Mar 2028

Duration: 23 - 26 NIGHTS

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Journey across New Zealand and Australia on an extraordinary cruise, rail, and botanical adventure, enriched by the expertise and insight of knowledgeable local guides.

Travel on board the legendary Indian Pacific from Sydney to Perth as you embark on a refined exploration of Australasia’s remarkable botanical and natural landscapes. Discover the ancient eucalyptus forests, sandstone escarpments, and mist-filled valleys of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Blue Mountains, before exploring the cultural and botanical significance of native flora at Adelaide Botanic Garden. In Western Australia, experience the pristine biodiversity of Rottnest Island and the exceptional plant collections of Kings Park and Botanic Garden, with expert botanical interpretation and insights throughout.

Perfectly complementing the rail journey, your holiday also includes a cruise through New Zealand’s spectacular coastlines, where dramatic fjords, vibrant cities, and breathtaking scenery set the tone.

INCLUDES AN EXPERT-LED BOTANICAL TOUR

VISIT THE BLUE MOUNTAINS, Adelaide Botanic Garden & ROTTNEST ISLAND

EXCLUSIVE TO IMAGINE CRUISING

Journey across New Zealand and Australia on an extraordinary cruise, rail, and botanical adventure, enriched by the expertise and insight of knowledgeable local guides.

Your Imagine Holiday Includes

INCLUDES AN EXPERT-LED BOTANICAL TOUR

VISIT THE BLUE MOUNTAINS, Adelaide Botanic Garden & ROTTNEST ISLAND

EXCLUSIVE TO IMAGINE CRUISING

Rail Journey

3 night all-inclusive Gold Service rail journey on board the Indian Pacific from Sydney to Perth with all meals, fine wines, and beverages

Off Train Experiences and short stops in Kalgoorlie, Nullarbor Plain and Broken Hill

Full-Board Cruise

13 night full-board cruise on board Royal Princess®

Escorted Tours

Blue Mountains day tour

Adelaide Botanic Garden tour

Rottnest Island Day tour

Perth Kings Park & Botanic Garden tour

Hotel Stays

3 nights four-star hotel stay in Sydney at the PARKROYAL Darling Harbour

2 night four-star hotel stay in Perth at the Four Points by Sheraton Perth

All hotel stays include breakfast

All Flights & Transfers

London departure – regional flights available

Overnight flights

Holiday duration includes overnight flights when applicable and is subject to change.

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Your Voyage

Your Itinerary

Day 1

Fly Overnight to Sydney

Your holiday begins as you fly from the UK to your destination.

Day 2

Sydney: Hotel Stay

Arriving in Sydney, your holiday begins with a relaxing one-night hotel stay.

Overnight: PARKROYAL Darling Harbour

Day 3

Sydney: Embark Ship 

Today you’ll embark the elegant Royal Princess^® and begin your captivating New Zealand voyage. Designed with contemporary sophistication, this sleek ship offers an exceptional array of dining, immersive entertainment, and refined spaces in which to unwind.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Royal Princess^®

Days 4 - 6

Relax At Sea

Day 7

Bay of Islands

The Bay of Islands is a breathtaking destination renowned for its crystal-clear waters, secluded beaches, and idyllic islands. Rich in Māori culture and early colonial history it offers an array of meaning experiences in places like Waitangi Treaty Grounds.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Royal Princess^®

Day 8

Auckland

Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city, is a lively metropolis full of beautiful harbours, cultural sites, and a bustling food and bar scene. Discover its diverse neighbourhoods, iconic landmarks, and scenic beauty for an unforgettable visit.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Royal Princess^®

Day 9

Relax At Sea

Day 10

Picton

Situated on the north coast of the South Island, Picton is known as the gateway to the islands of the Marlborough Sounds, a region renowned for its wine.  Here, tranquil harbours and forested hillsides create a picture-perfect haven.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Royal Princess^®

Day 11

Christchurch

Christchurch is a city of revival. Its rejuvenated downtown showcases modern architecture, bustling markets, and an enthralling arts scene. Explore the tranquil Botanic Gardens, punt along the Avon River, or admire the street art in the Central Business District.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Royal Princess^®

Day 12

Dunedin

Dunedin blends Scottish heritage with natural beauty. Wander its streets, admire Victorian and Edwardian architecture, and take in the vibrant arts scene. Nearby, the wildlife-rich Otago Peninsula boasts rugged coastlines and abundant seabirds, creating exceptional memories.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Royal Princess^®

Day 13

Fiordland National Park: Scenic Cruising

Scenic cruising through Fiordland National Park is a mesmerising insight into New Zealand’s wilderness. Towering granite cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and tranquil fiords create a rugged backdrop.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Royal Princess^®

Days 14 - 15

Relax At Sea

Day 16

Sydney: Disembark Ship & Hotel Stay

Disembarking in Sydney, your holiday continues with a two-night hotel stay in Australia’s iconic harbour city. Discover the architectural splendour of the Sydney Opera House and take in breathtaking harbour views from the world-famous Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight: PARKROYAL Darling Harbour

Day 17

Sydney: Tour & Hotel Stay

Accompanied by an expert local guide, immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Blue Mountains, where dramatic sandstone escarpments, ancient rainforest, iconic lookouts, Scenic World adventures, and the legendary Three Sisters await.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight: PARKROYAL Darling Harbour

Day 18

Sydney: Board the Indian Pacific

Your transcontinental quest on board the Indian Pacific begins. Prepare for a journey of contrasts – from the heights of the Blue Mountains to the barren Nullarbor Plain, and from cities of four million to ghost towns of just four.

Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis

Overnight: Indian Pacific

Day 19

Adelaide: Tour

Discover the beauty of Adelaide Botanic Garden alongside local guides. Enjoy an immersive First Nations cultural experience exploring native plants and their traditional uses on Kaurna Yerta, before concluding with a three-course dinner paired with local wines.

Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis

Overnight: Indian Pacific

Day 20

Nullarbor Plain

Awaken to the seemingly endless expanse of the sweeping Nullarbor Plain. Breakfast is served as you travel along the longest stretch of straight railway track in the world, followed by a short stop in Cook.

Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis

Overnight: Indian Pacific

Day 21

Perth: Alight Indian Pacific & Hotel Stay

Admire the rolling landscapes of the Avon Valley as you enjoy a final breakfast on board before arriving in Perth for a two-night stay. Upon disembarking the Indian Pacific, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight: Four Points by Sheraton Perth

Day 22

Perth: Tour & Hotel Stay

Hop on a ferry to Rottnest Island and experience its ecology, culture, and history with an expert commentary and a guided tour. Explore Cape Vlamingh, spot whales and bottlenose dolphins, and pass the famous salt lakes.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight: Four Points by Sheraton Perth

Days 23 - 24

Perth: Tour & Fly Home

Explore Kings Park and Botanic Garden, one of the world’s largest inner-city parks, renowned for native flora, landscaped gardens, and bushland trails. Enjoy expert botanical insight from a local guide before your journey home.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your Holiday Highlights

Blue Mountains
Experience the stunning Blue Mountains on a private coach trip from Sydney. Marvel at the dramatic landscape and the famous blue haze. Ride the world's steepest railway, explore the Jamison Valley, and enjoy breathtaking views from Echo Point lookout.

Rottnest Island Tour
Rottnest Island offers many unique and diverse experiences. A 90-minute tour around the island takes you to some of Rottnest’s most spectacular locations including the Wadjemup Lighthouse and the rugged West End. You’ll also get to see the famous quokkas, a small marsupial only found in a few places in Western Australia.

Adelaide Botanic Garden
Adelaide Botanic Garden is one of Australia’s celebrated botanical destinations, renowned for diverse plant collections, heritage architecture, and curated landscapes. The garden spans more than 50 hectares and showcases native Australian flora alongside exotic species from around the world. Highlights include the Bicentennial Conservatory and Palm House.

Kings Park & Botanic Garden
Kings Park and Botanic Garden is one of the world’s largest inner-city parks, celebrated for its sweeping views of Perth and the Swan River alongside exceptional native flora collections. Spanning more than 400 hectares, the park showcases Western Australia’s unique biodiversity through landscaped gardens, bushland trails, and vibrant seasonal wildflowers.

Life on Board Royal Princess^®

As a guest on board Royal Princess^®, you can expect an unmatched international cruise experience, with amenities, activities, and attractions to suit your every whim and preference.

Overview

Royal Princess®

This stunning cruise ship will journey you across the ocean in style to a variety of captivating, must-not-miss destinations around the world.

From the moment you step on board, you’ll receive a warm and inviting welcome from the friendly and attentive crew, providing you with an experience that truly is your home away from home.

With an array of accommodation options to choose from, you can travel with comfort, ease, and wonder. Speaking of the latter, breathtaking views are available from the glass walkway extending over the edge of the ship, known as the SeaWalk.

With enthralling entertainment to absorb yourself in, Royal Princess^® offers Broadway-style shows in the Princess Theatre, as well as movies quite literally under the stars. Royal Princess provides a variety of attractions and leisure facilities to delight in at every stage of your voyage.

Occupancy 3560
Tonnage 142,229 tons
Length 1,083 ft (330.00 m)

Dining

The vast and tastefully selected range of dining options on board Royal Princess^®, means there will be something to satisfy your taste buds at every stage of your cruise.

Restaurants:

Allegro Dining Room
Concerto Dining Room
Symphony Dining Room
Alfredo’s Pizzeria
Crown Grill
Gelato
Horizon Court
International Café
Ocean Terrace Seafood Bar
Prego Pizzeria
Sabatini’s
The Pastry Shop
Trident Grill

Bars & Lounges:

Good Spirits at Sea
Vines
Bellini’s
Churchill’s Cigar Lounge
Crooners
Wheelhouse Pub
Princess Live
SeaView Bar
Mermaid’s Tail
Outrigger Bar
Retreat Pool Bar
Vista Lounge
Club 6
Concierge Lounge for Suite passengers

Facilities

Life on board Royal Princess^® means never running out of captivating and stimulating things to do. Facilities available for discerning travellers’ enjoyment on this Royal-class ship include:

Shops
Swimming pools and hot tubs
Lotus Spa
Fitness Centre

Entertainment

Royal Princess^® is a cruise ship with very few equals, whether with regard to sheer luxury, or the wealth of entertainment options on offer to guests.

Watercolor Fantasy Show
Broadway-style musical shows
Live music
Princess Theatre
Movies Under the Stars®

Royal Princess®

This stunning cruise ship will journey you across the ocean in style to a variety of captivating, must-not-miss destinations around the world.

From the moment you step on board, you’ll receive a warm and inviting welcome from the friendly and attentive crew, providing you with an experience that truly is your home away from home.

Occupancy 3560
Tonnage 142,229 tons
Length 1,083 ft (330.00 m)

Dining

The vast and tastefully selected range of dining options on board Royal Princess^®, means there will be something to satisfy your taste buds at every stage of your cruise.

Restaurants:

Allegro Dining Room
Concerto Dining Room
Symphony Dining Room
Alfredo’s Pizzeria
Crown Grill
Gelato
Horizon Court
International Café
Ocean Terrace Seafood Bar
Prego Pizzeria
Sabatini’s
The Pastry Shop
Trident Grill

Bars & Lounges:

Good Spirits at Sea
Vines
Bellini’s
Churchill’s Cigar Lounge
Crooners
Wheelhouse Pub
Princess Live
SeaView Bar
Mermaid’s Tail
Outrigger Bar
Retreat Pool Bar
Vista Lounge
Club 6
Concierge Lounge for Suite passengers

Facilities

Life on board Royal Princess^® means never running out of captivating and stimulating things to do. Facilities available for discerning travellers’ enjoyment on this Royal-class ship include:

Shops
Swimming pools and hot tubs
Lotus Spa
Fitness Centre

Entertainment

Royal Princess^® is a cruise ship with very few equals, whether with regard to sheer luxury, or the wealth of entertainment options on offer to guests.

Watercolor Fantasy Show
Broadway-style musical shows
Live music
Princess Theatre
Movies Under the Stars®

Life on board the Indian Pacific

From exquisite fine dining to cosy cabins and sophisticated lounges, spend your days on board doing as much or as little as you like.

Overview

Indian Pacific

Part of Journey Beyond, the Indian Pacific travels across the breadth of southern Australia in incomparable style. Its storied journey follows in the footsteps of bush pioneers, gold rush greed, and famous adventurers who forged to discover the barren natural beauty of Australia’s famously unforgiving outback. Throughout, there are a variety Off-Train Experiences to enjoy depending on which route you choose, including visits to Adelaide and her surroundings, the Blue Mountains, and Kalgoorlie so you can stretch your legs and explore the most remote corners of this inhospitable yet intensely welcoming land.

Off-Train Experiences are specific to your individual itinerary and will vary depending on the direction and duration of travel. Each stop offers a unique glimpse into the heart and soul of this vast and diverse continent, for specific details on your journey, please consult your holiday itinerary.

Gold Service

Each Indian Pacific Gold Service carriage houses nine Twin cabins or 16 Single cabins. During the day, Twin cabins offer a three-seater lounge with space to relax, which is transformed into upper and lower berths at night. Your attendant will provide you with crisp sheets, bath towels, pillows, and complimentary bath amenities. Single cabins have a lounge chair and footrest, which is converted to a level sleeping berth at night, a wash basin, and use of shared toilets and showers located at either end of the carriage.

For Gold Single, a compact sleeper cabin featuring a bed that converts to a seat by day and shared shower/toilet facilities
For Gold Twin, a comfortable sleeper cabin featuring private en suite and upper and lower berths that convert to a three-seater lounge by day
Power outlets
In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary available
All-inclusive dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant
All-inclusive Australian wines, beers, base spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages
All-inclusive Off-Train Experiences
Luggage allowance is 60kg per guest

Platinum Service

Please amend Platinum Service to: Discerning travellers who enjoy the finest things in life will appreciate an upgrade to Platinum Service, where personalised touches ensure your whole journey is world class, including unparalleled dining and accompanying wines, plus Champagne Bollinger. Also included are Bracegirdle’s chocolates, a nightcap at turndown, premium Jurlique amenities, and access to the Platinum Club carriage. The Platinum cabins are either double or twin. The double during the day is set up as a two-seater sofa and the twin during the day is set up as two lounge seats. There is a full en suite bathroom with shower, and the décor is distinctly Australian in style.

All-inclusive dining, beverages, and Off-Train Experiences
Spacious cabin almost twice the size of a Gold Service Twin cabin
By day, cabins are set up lounge-style
By night, lounges are converted to double or twin beds
En suite with separate shower, vanity with cupboard space, toilet, and Australian bathroom amenities
Power outlets and safe

In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary
Panoramic windows
Access to the exclusive Platinum Club
Freshly prepared continental breakfasts served upon request in-cabin
Refreshments served in-cabin
90 kg checked luggage allowance per guest (3 x 30 kg each).

Gold Premium

Gold Premium is a new style of travel, with contemporary cabins that take inspiration from the colours and contours of the Australian Outback. Think walnut timber and polished brass details, along with Indigenous prints on the upholstery. The cabins are designed to cocoon guests in comfort and come with exclusive access to the Gold Premium Lounge and Gold Dining carriages. Whether you want to share the highlights of your day with fellow guests over an aperitif in the Lounge or relax in your cabin as you admire the colours and contours of the passing landscape, you’ll enjoy special moments throughout the journey and a range of enhanced benefits, such as premium beverages and fascinating Off Train Experiences.

Newly designed, contemporary cabins
Private compact en suite with LaGaia amenities, luxuriously soft linen and satin eye masks
Exclusive access to the Gold Premium Lounge and Gold Premium Dining carriage
Two-course, regionally inspired lunches and four-course dinners
All-inclusive premium Australian wines, beers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages
All-inclusive Off Train Experiences and preferences on tour selections
75kg checked luggage allowance per guest (3 x 25 kg each)
Priority luggage check-in
Power outlets in cabin
In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary

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Indian Pacific

Gold Service

For Gold Single, a compact sleeper cabin featuring a bed that converts to a seat by day and shared shower/toilet facilities
For Gold Twin, a comfortable sleeper cabin featuring private en suite and upper and lower berths that convert to a three-seater lounge by day
Power outlets
In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary available
All-inclusive dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant
All-inclusive Australian wines, beers, base spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages
All-inclusive Off-Train Experiences
Luggage allowance is 60kg per guest

Platinum Service

All-inclusive dining, beverages, and Off-Train Experiences
Spacious cabin almost twice the size of a Gold Service Twin cabin
By day, cabins are set up lounge-style
By night, lounges are converted to double or twin beds
En suite with separate shower, vanity with cupboard space, toilet, and Australian bathroom amenities
Power outlets and safe

In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary
Panoramic windows
Access to the exclusive Platinum Club
Freshly prepared continental breakfasts served upon request in-cabin
Refreshments served in-cabin
90 kg checked luggage allowance per guest (3 x 30 kg each).

Gold Premium

Newly designed, contemporary cabins
Private compact en suite with LaGaia amenities, luxuriously soft linen and satin eye masks
Exclusive access to the Gold Premium Lounge and Gold Premium Dining carriage
Two-course, regionally inspired lunches and four-course dinners
All-inclusive premium Australian wines, beers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages
All-inclusive Off Train Experiences and preferences on tour selections
75kg checked luggage allowance per guest (3 x 25 kg each)
Priority luggage check-in
Power outlets in cabin
In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary

Cabins & Suites

Unsurprisingly, Royal Princess^® presents an abundance of luxurious accommodation options – but even by this ship’s remarkable standards, many of those options have spare capacity to delight and surprise.

Interior

from £ 5,299 pp

Interior from £ 5,299 pp

Interior cabins are the most affordable stateroom available for Royal Princess^®. However, this doesn’t prevent them from representing an excellent option for a luxury cruise ship holiday, with perks such as the below:

Television
Refrigerator
Desk and chair
Queen bed or twin beds
Digital safe
Bathroom with shower
24-hour room service

Balcony

from £ 6,299 pp

Balcony from £ 6,299 pp

The sleekly styled Balcony cabin presents you with the indulgence of a balcony, and superior space to an Interior room. You will have your very own private outdoor space to enjoy, complete with a table, two chairs, and a view like no other.

Television
Refrigerator
Desk and chair
Queen bed or twin beds
Digital safe
Bathroom with shower
Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
Balcony with two chairs and a table
24-hour room service

Mini-Suite

from £ 6,999 pp

Mini-Suite from £ 6,999 pp

A Mini-Suite offers continually captivating ocean views, plus extra space compared to a Balcony stateroom. These qualities could make this stateroom just the thing if you’re on holiday with your family or as part of a group.

Two televisions
Refrigerator
Desk and chair
Queen bed or twin beds
Digital safe
Bathroom with bathtub and shower head
Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
Balcony with two to four chairs, an ottoman, and a table*
Separate sitting area
Sofa bed
24-hour room service

*Some suites have windows rather than balconies (labelled Mini-Suite No Balcony)

Holiday Code: AUS7583

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Your Hotel Stays

Sydney

Included Hotel

PARKROYAL Darling Harbour (Or Similar)

In the heart of Sydney’s vibrant Darling Harbour, this hotel harmonises contemporary style with urban allure. Its prime location offers easy access to iconic attractions like the Sydney Opera House and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. Rooms exude modern elegance, some featuring stunning harbour views and plush amenities for a comfortable stay. The hotel boasts a serene rooftop pool, a haven amidst the city bustle. Guests can indulge in a delectable breakfast at the stylish on-site restaurant. Offering a fitness centre and polished service, this hotel ensures a seamless blend of comfort and convenience.

Perth

Included Hotel

Four Points by Sheraton Perth (Or Similar)

Contemporary, stylish and in a sublime location, Four Points by Sheraton Perth offers modern amenities and stunning views of the capital of Western Australia. Unwind at the rooftop bar and take in the tranquil scene of life on the Swan River. Conveniently situated near the central business district, it’s also close to popular attractions like Kings Park and the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Available Departure Dates

Prices, itineraries and ships can vary by departure date. Please choose a date below to see the specific details for that date/ship.

Interior

Balcony

Mini-Suite

27th Jan 2028 26 Nights

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12th Mar 2028 23 Nights

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Now Only £6,299pp

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From Fiordlands to Flowers: New Zealand Voyage & All-Inclusive Indian Pacific Rail with Australia in Bloom

Holiday Overview

INCLUDES AN EXPERT-LED BOTANICAL TOUR

VISIT THE BLUE MOUNTAINS, Adelaide Botanic Garden & ROTTNEST ISLAND

EXCLUSIVE TO IMAGINE CRUISING

Your Imagine Holiday Includes

INCLUDES AN EXPERT-LED BOTANICAL TOUR

VISIT THE BLUE MOUNTAINS, Adelaide Botanic Garden & ROTTNEST ISLAND

EXCLUSIVE TO IMAGINE CRUISING

Upgrade Available

Enhance your experience onboard Royal Princess® with Princess Plus® From £50pp Per Day

Your Voyage

Your Itinerary

Relax At Sea

Relax At Sea

Relax At Sea

Your Holiday Highlights

Life on Board Royal Princess®

Royal Princess®

Dining

Facilities

Entertainment

Royal Princess®

Dining

Facilities

Entertainment

Life on board the Indian Pacific

Indian Pacific

Gold Service

Platinum Service

Gold Premium

Indian Pacific

Gold Service

Platinum Service

Gold Premium

Cabins & Suites

Your Hotel Stays

Sydney

PARKROYAL Darling Harbour (Or Similar)

Perth

Four Points by Sheraton Perth (Or Similar)

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