CRUISE holiday specialists ecruising.travel have just released its 2016 range of 'Rail and Sail' packages combining some of the world's finest cruise ships with rail travel on Australian's iconic Indian Pacific.

These packages give travellers the advantage of viewing the Australian outback via rail and the stunning Australian coastline and neighbouring islands from by sea all in one inclusive holiday package. Ranging from 13 to 24 nights these holidays include Gold Service rail accommodation, meals and beverages, rail stop excursions, cruise accommodation and meals, hotel accommodation in Perth, all transfers and some domestic flights- making them great value.

The 13-night 'Emerald Southern Explorer Rail and Sale' departs Sydney on November 2, 2016 aboard the Indian Pacific for three nights in Gold Class Once in Perth enjoy three nights with a Hop-On-Hop-Off pass to explore the city. On November 8 embark the Emerald Princess for eight days to wine, dine and relax- with port visits at the Margaret River and in Melbourne before returning to Sydney.

This package is priced from $4119 per person twin share and comes with up to $150 on board credit for selected cabins.

For the full range of 'Rail and Sail' packages visit http://www.ecruising.travel/results.aspx?cl=&shipid=&d=1328&dm=&embark=&frompage=quicksearch or call 1300-369-848 to speak with an ecruising.travel holiday specialist.