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From iconic harbours to awe-inspiring landscapes, this remarkable journey blends a 14-night cruise, six nights in Sydney and a thrilling rail adventure.
Embark on the adventure of a lifetime starting in Sydney. After two nights, you’ll board the Discovery Princess® for a 14-night cruise. Sail through the Bay of Islands, with its crystal-clear waters and charming towns, before stopping in Tauranga and Auckland, where lush landscapes meet vibrant city life. Continue to Wellington and Dunedin, offering natural beauty and rich culture, before reaching the awe-inspiring Fiordland National Park.
Disembarking in Sydney, enjoy four more nights exploring the city’s iconic sights, bustling markets and waterfront spots. Then, board the legendary Indian Pacific for an unforgettable rail journey to Perth. Cross the vast Nullarbor Plain and stop at historic Cook before reaching Perth for a final one-night hotel stay.
Your Imagine Holiday Includes
14 night full-board cruise on board Discovery Princess®
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 Adelaide and surrounds, Nullarbor Plain, Cook and Perth
Upgrade to gold premium from just £395pp!
6 nights four-star hotel stay in Sydney at the Mercure Sydney
London departure – regional flights available
Overnight flights
Your Voyage
Discovery Princess®
Discovery Princess® incorporates a sleek and sophisticated design with state-of-the-art amenities. With 1,830 cabins spread across 19 decks, this Royal-class cruise ship is guaranteed to provide almost any and every accommodation type you could conceivably desire, including larger suites with balconies.
Revel in the on board facilities, including four swimming pools and a full-service spa that provides nurturing and soothing treatments. On top of this, you’ll enjoy a multitude of dining options to choose from, and bars to unwind in. There will never be a dull evening on board Discovery Princess®, with an array of daily shows and live entertainment to absorb yourself in.
With a diverse range of on board activities on offer, Discovery Princess® will captivate you along your journey to the many different destinations to which it sails.
Life on Board Discovery Princess®
A day on board this immense vessel never ceases to stimulate and reward. With available activities ranging from pampering and swimming to sipping a favourite cocktail, your cruise will be memorable for all the finest reasons.
dining
Enjoy a seemingly infinite range of dining options from five-star restaurants to chilled bars and cafes; there really is an eatery and a dish to satisfy every taste and aesthetic on board Discovery Princess®.
Restaurants & Cafes
- Juneau Dining Room
- Skagway Dining Room
- Ketchikan Dining Room
- Gigi’s Pizzeria
- The International Café
- World Fresh Marketplace
- Slice
- Swirls Ice Cream Bar
- Chef’s Table Lumiere
- Crown Grill
- Sabatini’s
- Bistro Sur La Mer
- Ocean Terrace
- Salty Dog Gastropub
- Gelato
Bars & Lounges
- Bellini’s Bar
- Churchill’s Cigar Lounge
- Crooners
- Good Spirits at Sea
- SeaView Bar
- The Mix
- Wake View Bar
- Princess Live! & Café
- Take Five
- Vista Lounge
Facilities
There is an excellent choice of activities and facilities for passengers to enjoy while on board.
- Swimming pools and hot tubs
- Spa
- Fitness Centre
- Shops
- The Piazza
- Art gallery
- Sports court
entertainment
From live music with friends to blockbuster movies, there will always be plenty to do after nightfall on board Discovery Princess®.
- Broadway-style musical shows
- Live music
- Princess Theatre
- Movies Under the Stars®
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 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.
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.
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. A limited number of Superior Double cabins are available, with a third upper bunk, a three-quarter size bed and lounge area.
- 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
Discerning travellers who enjoy the finest things in life will appreciate an upgrade to Platinum Service, where discreet, personalised touches ensure your whole journey is world class from start to finish, including unparalleled dining and accompanying wines, plus Bollinger champagne. Also included is Australian-made bath amenities, a nightcap at turndown, and access to the Platinum Club, where you can relax amid quartzite tables, leather banquette seating and brass fittings. Depending on where you’re headed, private transfers are also included.
Platinum Service cabins have double beds, which can be arranged as a double or twin, and are set up as a lounge with a moveable table and two armchairs during the day. 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).
Off-Train Experiences
Experience the diverse landscapes and cultures of Australia aboard the Indian Pacific, which operates a range of itineraries primarily between Sydney and Perth. Along the way, embark on unforgettable off-train adventures in vibrant Australian locations. Explore the cultural richness and culinary delights of the Adelaide area, and witness the stark beauty of the outback in Cook.
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.
Cabins and Suites
All rooms, suites and cabins on board Discovery Princess® offer supreme comfort and provide everything you could need for your downtime after a day enjoying the sea breeze.
Interior Prices from £6,499pp
Interior cabins are cosy and compact, which makes them perfect for enjoying a fabulous night’s rest. As the most affordable option available to travellers on board Discovery Princess®, Interior cabins still offer everything you are likely to desire from your luxury cruise break, including:
- Television
- Refrigerator
- Desk and chair
- Queen bed or twin beds
- Digital safe
- Bathroom with shower
- 24-hour room service
Oceanview Prices from £7,799pp
These more recently introduced Discovery Princess® staterooms certainly live up to their name; with their approximately 172 square feet of space, they have an airy and open quality, with plentiful natural light. That’s the perfect combination for taking captivating snapshots of the sea – or the latest city the ship is approaching – from the comfort of your room.
Expect such further perks as:
● Flat-panel television
● Refrigerator
● Desk and chair
● Comfortable queen or two twin beds
● Digital security safe
● Private bathroom with shower
● 24-hour room service
balcony Prices from £7,799pp
Balcony cabins offer some extra space and gorgeous floor-to-ceiling sliding doors for a bigger view of the wonderful ocean. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view.
- 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 Sold Out
For families or groups who desire a little extra space in which to stretch their legs while still enjoying the privacy of their own room, the Mini-Suite is the perfect option. It includes:
- 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)
Your Hotel Stays
Sydney
Mercure Sydney (Or Similar)
The Mercure Sydney is a stylish and contemporary hotel in the heart of Sydney. With its prime location, it offers easy access to major attractions like Darling Harbour, the Sydney Opera House, and the iconic Harbour Bridge. The hotel features modern rooms, equipped with all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. Enjoy delicious dining options at the on-site restaurant, relax at the rooftop pool, and stay fit at the fitness centre.
Perth
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.
