Holiday Coast Rail & Sail

10 March 2027 - 11 days

from $4,690* pp twin | $6,290* solo

Travel north from Sydney along the dazzling NSW coastline in our private carriages aboard the TrainLink XPT, on a journey thoughtfully designed to balance discovery with relaxation.

Picture golden beaches, vibrant seaside towns and outstanding regional flavours as we explore this spectacular stretch of coast. Unwind as the scenery unfolds outside your window, arriving refreshed and ready to experience each destination. With two nights in Port Macquarie, Ballina and Brisbane, there’s ample time to savour every inclusion.

Enjoy a ride on the world-first Byron Solar Train, a macadamia farm visit, an exclusive sunset cruise on the Hastings River, winery visits, and distillery tastings on picturesque Mt Tamborine. A standout culinary experience is dinner at The Farm with the acclaimed Three Blue Ducks team.

In Brisbane, step aboard the elegant Grand Princess for a four-night voyage to Newcastle and Sydney, where exceptional dining, entertainment and attentive service provide the perfect finale to this seamless rail and sail escape.

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Package Inclusions

Departs 10 March 2027 - 11 days

• Daylight service from Sydney Terminal to Wauchope, then Grafton aboard the NSW TrainLink XPT*
^Travel from/to Strathfield, Hornsby, Gosford, Wyong, Fassifern, Broadmeadow, Maitland also available
• 2 nights accommodation at Rydges Port Macquarie with welcome dinner and breakfast daily
• Visit Port Macquarie Koala Hospital
• Visit Bago Maze and Winery for tastings and lunch
• Exclusive evening Hastings River cruise with dinner
• 2 nights accommodation at the Ramada Hotel & Suites Ballina with breakfast daily
• Visit Duck Creek Macadamia Farm
• Visit Zentvelds Coffee Farm with morning tea
• Scenic tour of Byron Bay
• Lunch at the North Byron Hotel
• One-way ride aboard the Byron Solar Train
• Dinner with beverages by Three Blue Ducks at ‘The Farm’
• Exclusive lunch at Hampton Estate at Mount Tamborine
• Tour and tasting at Tamborine Mountain Distillery
• 2 nights accommodation at Ibis Styles Brisbane with breakfast daily
• Dinner at the Port Office Hotel Brisbane with beverages
• 4 night cruise aboard Grand Princess including all main meals and entertainment
• Onboard farewell drinks party
• Group coach sightseeing and transfers throughout
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary
• Cruise Express Tour Managers

*All rail travel will be in carriages exclusive to Cruise Express guests

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* Some staterooms may have an obstructed view

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from: $4,990^* pp twin | $6,790^* solo

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The Cruise Express Difference

Unique and exclusive!

We have chartered two carriages on the NSW TrainLink XPT, so you’ll travel as part of an exclusive Cruise Express group – in carriages just for us! Our itinerary is unique and carefully curated to allow you more time in each destination. With our experienced team of Cruise Express Tour Managers onboard, all the little details will be taken care of. Come join us!

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Princess Plus – $79 per guest per day booked pre cruise | Save 5-10%
Includes MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, Plus beverage package, Unlimited Specialty Coffees & Teas, Casual dining meals (4 per cruise), OceanNow® & Room Service Delivery and Bottled Water (500ml)
Princess Premier – $129 per guest per day booked pre cruise | Save 5-10%
Includes Multi-Device MedallionNet® Max Wi-Fi, Unlimited Premier beverage package, Unlimited Casual dining meals, Unlimited Specialty Coffees & Teas, Unlimited Specialty Dining, Photo Package, Reserved Theatre Seating, OceanNow® & Room Service Delivery and Bottled Water (500ml)

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