Here comes the Oz-ient Express

Sydney - The Orient Express is to extend its journey to Australia, with luxury train trips to begin in April 1999

Sydney - The Orient Express is to extend its journey to Australia, with luxury train trips to begin in April 1999. Known in Australia as the Great South Pacific Express, the service will involve journeys up the eastern coast. There will also be fortnightly services between Sydney and Brisbane, with prices starting from £610 per person.

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