A Festive Escape
Can you believe it’s already April?
As the leaves begin to turn and the cooler days creep in, we’re already dreaming of our next summer escape. If you’re not yet sure how you’ll spend the festive season, maybe this year is your chance to do things a little differently. Perhaps instead of travelling to see someone, you gift yourself an experience that stays with you long after the holiday lights are packed away.
Why not give yourself the gift of the Great Southern?
Forget the traffic jams, cooking marathons, and endless washing up. This year, elevate your festive celebrations aboard the all-inclusive Great Southern rail journey, where the sun shines longer, the drinks stay colder, and the memories are made effortlessly. With journeys departing over both Christmas and New Year, it’s the perfect way to spend the season—whether you’re travelling solo, with friends, or as a couple.
Escape the Christmas rush? Here’s how to do it:
Departing Brisbane on 22 December, the Great Southern will take you on a sun-soaked journey down Australia’s East Coast, arriving in Adelaide on Christmas Day. Along the way, you’ll unwind in comfort, indulge in seasonal flavours, and soak up stunning coastal views, all the while avoiding last minute Christmas shopping. With everything taken care of, it’s a chance to truly relax and enjoy a joyful, memory-making Christmas like no other.
Keep the festivities rolling – Adelaide to Brisbane, departing Boxing Day:
Swap post-Christmas cleanup for coastal views and crisp summer wines as you board the Great Southern in Adelaide on 26 December. This is your chance to stretch out the celebrations with a relaxing journey through some of Australia’s most stunning landscapes. From gourmet lunches and immersive Off Train Experiences, to warm summer evenings shared with fellow travellers, it’s the ultimate way to savour the season. Let the world slow down as you head north toward Brisbane, toasting to sunshine, scenery, and the simple joy of travel.
New Year’s Eve more your style?
Departing Brisbane on 29 December, this journey winds down the East Coast through charming towns, gourmet stops, and coastal beauty. Toast to 2025 with new friends over a regional-inspired dinner and flowing drinks as the clock strikes midnight. Wake up to a relaxing New Year’s Day and enjoy breakfast one board as the Great Southern rolls through the Adelaide Hills.
Whether you’re escaping tradition or starting a new one, the Great Southern offers a summer season like no other—full of joy, flavour, and the kind of shared experiences that the festive season is all about.
