Rail journeys, made for you
Australia
About Rail journeys
Long-distance trains across the outback.
Rail journeys is in Australia. Our designers can tell you how it fits into a wider journey.
Experiences
Experiences picked by our Rail journeys specialists
Great Barrier Reef
snorkel and dive
Uluru
sunrise over the red centre
Kangaroo Island
wildlife up close
A word from one of our experts
“We enjoyed our first trip with Jacada…”
We enjoyed our first trip with Jacada and it surely won't be our last! Every detail and moment of our trip was perfectly planned. We were met every step of the way with courteous and knowledgeable drivers and guides. We really appreciated the local guides and the commitment they had to make every day special. Thank you Jacada for the…
Where to stay in Rail journeys
Lodges, camps and hotels our designers return to.
Why plan with us
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Designed around you
Every itinerary starts from a conversation, not a brochure, and is shaped by your pace, interests and budget.
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Specialists who have been there
Our designers plan the places they know first-hand, down to the right room and the best guide.
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Travel that gives back
We favour stays and guides that support local people, wildlife and the places you visit.
Trip inspiration
Ideas to start from; every one is changed to suit you.
Sydney, Uluru and the Great Barrier Reef
Discover three of Australia’s must-sees in style on this nine-day Australia highlights tour. Begin in the fabulous city of Sydney before heading to the Red Cen…
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Exploring the Northern Territories
This northern Australia itinerary immerses you in the vast wilderness of Australia’s Northern Territory. Starting in the Outback, explore the Uluru-Kata Tjuta…
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Ultimate Australia
Set off on an 18-night journey, exploring Australia’s most captivating corners. Begin your ultimate Australia tour in Sydney with private boat cruises and Blue…
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Brisbane
Founded on the banks of its eponymous river, the old city of Brisbane is located between the famous Sunshine and Gold Coast, each a magnet…
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Great Barrier Reef and Tropical North
The northern reaches of Queensland are incredible sites for those who enjoy vast wilderness. The area plays host to over an incredible 36 n…
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Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island is a deceptively large island off the southern coast of Australia, not far from Adelaide. Kangaroo Island tours will enable…
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Lord Howe Island
A wild, remote and naturally beautiful island, rising out of the Pacific Ocean around 350 miles to the east of Australia’s New South…
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Melbourne and Victoria
One of the most densely-populated regions in Australia, the south-eastern state of Victoria is centred around its capital, the cosmopolitan…
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New South Wales
New South Wales is found on the east coast of Australia, boasting the beautiful city of Sydney at its heart. Called the Premier State, it i…
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Perth and Margaret River
Perth can be found on the far west coast of the country, the capital city of Western Australia state, and while it may appear to be isolate…
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South Australia
South Australia is a vast state and contains a portion of almost everything that makes Australia so unique and recognisable. From the great…
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Sydney
Wrapped around a harbour on the eastern coast of Australia, Sydney is a picturesque city that’s at once lively and laidback. Staying here g…
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Tasmania
The island of Tasmania lies off the southern coast of Australia, the state encompassing the central island as well as 334 smaller landmasse…
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Top End
Australia’s Top End contains some of the few remaining expanses of genuinely untouched wilderness in the world, a remote haven that a…
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Uluru and the Red Centre
The Australian Outback is much more than a vast, arid hinterland within the inner regions of the country down under. There is both an extra…
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Western Australia
Western Australia is vast – it covers a third of the entire country – yet its population is disproportionately small. Unsurprising for a st…
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Whitsundays
A chain of 74 islands, four of which boast renowned luxury resorts, the Whitsunday Islands are found in the middle of the incomparable Grea…
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Meet your Australasia team
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Cathy Jocubeit
Senior Concierge – Asia Pacific
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David D Arcy
Senior Travel Designer
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Ellie Khoury
Senior Travel Designer
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Georgina Bainbridge
Travel Designer
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Gilda Tang
Client Experience Manager for Asia Pacific
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Gita Widyasari
Asia Pacific Concierge
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Jessica Wijesinghe
Senior Asia Pacific Concierge
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Keith Jarman
Senior Travel Designer
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Kit Wong
Senior Travel Designer
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Leanne Anglo
Travel Designer
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Lucy Clarke
Travel Designer
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Rachel O Leary
Senior Travel Designer
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Rachel Rose
Travel Designer
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Rahma Adiningtyas
Asia Pacific Concierge
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Rosanna Convey
Travel Designer
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Taylor Williamson
Travel Designer
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Yvonne Green
Travel Designer
When to visit Rail journeys
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable times for a wide-ranging trip. The tropical north is best in the dry season, from May to October.
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Spring
September - November
Wildflowers and mild weather.
Autumn
March - May
Warm days and harvest season.
The best time to visit Rail journeys
Australia travel guides
The Best Things to Do in Australia
Explore the wonders of Australia, from diving around the coral reefs of North Queensland to exploring and hiking the striking natural landscapes of Tasmania an…
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The Best Beaches in Australia
White sands, wildlife rich coves, city beaches and remote islands. Read on to discover Australia's best beaches
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The Best Remote Luxury Lodges in Australia
Places where you'll feel cut off from the real world...
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Ask our experts
When is the best time to visit Rail journeys?
The favourite months are March to May and September to November. Each season has something to offer, so tell us when you can travel.
How long should I spend in Rail journeys?
Two or three nights suit most trips; longer if you want a slower pace or more time outdoors.
What can I combine Rail journeys with?
It pairs well with Brisbane, Great Barrier Reef and Tropical North and Kangaroo Island, elsewhere in Australia.
Don't take our word for it
“We enjoyed our first trip with Jacada…”
We enjoyed our first trip with Jacada and it surely won't be our last! Every detail and moment of our trip was perfectly planned. We were met every step of the way with courteous and knowledgeable drivers and guides. We really appreciated the local guides and the commitment they had to make every day special. Thank you Jacada for the…
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My wife and I used Jacada to plan our honeymoon to French Polynesia. Working with the Jacada team was fantastic and effortless. Every question was quickly answered. Every hiccup was quickly addressed. We felt like we were in the hands of experts who are equally passionate about travel, and who were committed to helping us have the trip of a…
“Jacada Travel has been outstanding”
We enjoy traveling and we have used Jacada Travel for some wonderful trips over several years. We have never been disappointed. In 2024 we took a Safari in Botswana Africa and walked with the gorillas in Rwanda planned by Jacada and the itinerary was amazing. In 2025 we had planned a trip to Antartica ( with another company ) but…
Rail journeys in motion
A short film from our travels. Add a video link to this section to play it here.
Your trip, your story
Every itinerary starts with a conversation and is shaped around you.
A dedicated team looks after the details before, during and after your trip.