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A fabled journey. Follow the path of bush pioneers, gold rush prospectors, and legendary adventurers as you make an epic transcontinental crossing aboard the Indian Pacific.

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Timeless travel between two great cities, experience the tremendous beauty of the Nullarbor on this epic three day, two night journey.

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From the mountains to the sparkling coast, discover a world of wonders as you travel between these two great cities.

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The Overland Returns in time for Christmas

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THE OVERLAND RETURNS IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS & KIDS TRAVEL FREE

Thursday, 9 December 2021

After being off the tracks for several months, The Overland will once again resume its rail journeys between Adelaide and Melbourne from Sunday 12 December 2021, with free travel for children, connecting South Australia and Victoria as well as regional communities—just in time for Christmas.

Operating for more than 130 years, The Overland’s future was solidified last year with a new agreement between the Victorian Government and Journey Beyond Rail Expeditions, guaranteeing its operation for the next three years.

Journey Beyond‘s Chief Commercial Officer Peter Egglestone said The Overland’s return was much anticipated, following its suspension due to the impact COVID-19 and border closures have had on travel.

“The Overland provides a full day scenic daylight journey between South Australia and Victoria, delivering guests to Adelaide Parklands Terminal—only five minutes from the Adelaide CBD—and into the heart of the Melbourne CBD,” Mr. Egglestone stated.

“Vitally, the train also provides an important link between regional communities, including Murray Bridge, Bordertown, Dimboola, Horsham, Stawell, Nhill, Ararat and Geelong.

“We hope by resuming The Overland’s service, we will help families come together for the festive and summer holiday season, which is in keeping with our vision to ‘share special places and shape lasting memories’.

“Up until 30 January 2022, there will also be free travel for children up to age 16 in Red Service. One paying adult can bring two children for free or two paying adults can bring four children for free, which is great for families travelling over the festive season,” Mr. Egglestone concluded.

The Overland departs Adelaide for Melbourne on Sundays and Thursdays and departs Melbourne for Adelaide on Mondays and Fridays each week. Guests can travel in Red Service or upgrade to Premium Red Service, which includes breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea, reclining seats with ample leg room and an increased luggage allowance.

As an added benefit, introductory Ready Rail fares have been extended for bookings made through 31 December 2021. For more information and to book, visit www.journeybeyondrail.com.au

Media contact | Cheryl Monkhouse | [email protected]

About Journey Beyond:

Australia’s leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to own and operate 13 brands spanning the country, connecting guests to the land, and to each other.

Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond formed in 2016 and now comprises tourism brands including: iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern and The Overland; small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxe lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruising and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; and our tallest members, Eureka Skydeck and Eureka89.

Journey Beyond’s Travel Club unlocks exclusive member-only offers, priority access, special benefits and last-minute upgrade offers. With our pillars of Rail Expeditions, Touring, Cruises, Camps and Lodges and Attractions, a Journey Beyond holiday is comprehensive from start to finish. Visit journeybeyond.com and join us as we take the amazing and turn it into breathtaking.

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  1. Frequently Asked Questions

    Journey Beyond Rail Expeditions does not accept liability for any missed connections due to late train arrivals. Booking Questions. ... If a refund payment is applicable for the cancellation of a Journey Beyond Rail Expedition booking for departure by 31 December 2024, as per the booking and travel conditions, then Qantas Points will be ...

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    Journey Beyond Rail Expeditions is not offering refunds but is ensuring all guests can rebook for future travel up to 31 December 2022. If the service you were booked on has been suspended, we have placed your booking on hold and you will receive a separate email detailing your future travel credit.

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    GENERAL TRAVEL INFORMATION. Timetables subject to change. Call 1800 703 357 (Inside Australia) and +61 8 8213 4592 (Outside Australia) for current timetable information. CURRENT TERMS & CONDITIONS. 2023, 2024 & 2025 TERMS & CONDITIONS FROM 9 NOVEMBER 2023. THE GHAN & PONANT 2024 INFORMATION, TERMS & CONDITIONS.

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    There is no refund permitted on rail tickets once they have been issued. *Additional restrictions may apply for any rail vacations that include Cruises, Belmond, Rocky Mountaineer, Golden Eagle Luxury Trains, Journey Beyond Rail Expeditions, The Blue Train, El Transcantábrico, Tsars Gold, or other luxury trains. REFUNDS

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    Any refund will be payable to the person who paid for the booking or to the first person named on the booking. If a booking was made through a Travel Agent, any refund will be returned to that Travel Agent for their payment to the guest. SERVICE DISRUPTION A Service Disruption is a full or partial cancellation of your Rail Journey after your Rail

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    The company claim they did not cancel but 'suspended' the service because of Govt restrictions; have imposed a 100% cancellation penalty because of the short period between cancellation and start of journey; have offered credit of 110% of booked value valid to 31 December 2022; and have flatly refused to entertain refunds.

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    To book this package please call or email [email protected]. Call 1800 703 357. A journey aboard the iconic Indian Pacific train will whisk you between Adelaide and Perth in comfort and style. With routes between the Indian and Pacific oceans, step onboard for an all-inclusive rail holiday you'll never forget.

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    Yes, you can get a refund for your unused train ticket, with no fees, if your train is delayed or cancelled and you decide not to travel. If you want to get a refund for another reason, you may have to pay a fee. See our Ticket Types page or our Changing, Cancelling and Getting a Refund for Tickets page for more information.

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