Opening Match Perth Coast to Coast Experience

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Begin your Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 journey in Perth and continue it across Australia on one of the world’s great rail adventures.

The Opening Match Perth Coast to Coast Experience combines the excitement of the tournament’s opening match with the romance and intimacy of transcontinental rail travel, creating a truly unforgettable way to experience both rugby and Australia.

Your journey begins in Perth with a 4-night stay from Wednesday to Saturday at The Westin Perth, a refined 5-star hotel in the heart of the city. Enjoy time to settle in, explore Perth and soak up the atmosphere as the city prepares to host the opening match of Rugby World Cup 2027. Optional local activities and RWCE Curated Experiences are available to personalise your lead-up to the opening match. Enjoy a day tour to Fremantle Prison, including transport, and step back in time to 1850 when the prison was a convict outpost. Discover the history, stories and explore the underground tunnels by kayak on a guided tunnels tour.

On the eve of the tournament, join fellow travellers for our exclusive RWC Kick-Off Cocktails, an opening eve function featuring complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks, canapés and bowl food, and a guest speaker. It’s the perfect way to set the tone for the journey ahead and connect with like-minded rugby fans before the first whistle.

On Friday, 1 October 2027, take your seat at Perth Stadium for the opening match of the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027, as the Wallabies take on Hong Kong China in front of a home crowd. Official Category 4 reserved seat match tickets are included, with optional ticket upgrades and hospitality experiences available on request.

Following check-out on Saturday morning, your journey continues in earnest. Transfer by private coach to the East Perth Terminal, where you will board the legendary Indian Pacific for a once-in-a-lifetime rail journey across the Nullarbor Plain. From the moment you step onboard, the pace slows and the experience shifts, trading match-day energy for the comfort, elegance and nostalgia of classic rail travel.

Choose between two iconic rail journeys:

  • Perth to Adelaide – a 3 day / 2 night journey across Western Australia and South Australia
  • Perth to Sydney – an extended 5 day / 4 night transcontinental crossing

Accommodation is offered in private cabins, with a choice of service levels. Gold Service cabins provide a comfortable and welcoming base for the journey, while Platinum Service offers a more spacious suite, personalised service and an elevated onboard experience for discerning travellers.

Your rail journey is fully inclusive, featuring regionally inspired dining, premium Australian food and wine, social lounge spaces and a series of Off Train Experiences that bring the landscapes to life. Stops along the way include Kalgoorlie, Cook, the Nullarbor Plain, the Barossa Valley, Broken Hill and the Blue Mountains, depending on your chosen route, offering rare access to some of Australia’s most remote and storied regions. Top off your experience with official RWC 2027 souvenir merchandise including a cap and jersey.

Enjoy official match tickets, accommodation, booking fees and taxes, plus the flexibility to tailor your experience further. Personalise your trip include ticket upgrades and hospitality experiences, RWCE Curated Experiences, extra nights, flights, airport transfers, sightseeing and travel insurance, all arranged in-house by our expert travel team.

Book with Events Travel, an Official Travel Agent for Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027, and enjoy a secure, flexible and stress-free way to experience Rugby World Cup.

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  • 4 nights accommodation at The Westin Perth (5-star):
    • Check-in: Tuesday, 28 September 2027
    • Check-out: Saturday, 2 October 2027
    • Daily breakfast included
  • Fremantle Prison day tour with return transport — Thursday, 30 September 2027
    • Discover the prison’s history and convicts stories before exploring the underground tunnels by kayak on a guided tunnels tour
  • Official Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 tickets:
    • Opening match at Perth Stadium, Perth
    • Match 1: Australia v Hong Kong China, Category 4 reserved seating — Friday, 1 October 2027
    • Optional ticket and hospitality experience upgrades on request
  • RWC Kick-Off Cocktails:
    • Thursday, 30 September 2027
    • An exclusive opening eve function featuring complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks, canapés and bowl food, and a guest speaker. Spirits available at a cash bar. Venue to be confirmed
  • One way private coach transfer from The Westin Perth to East Perth Terminal:
    • Afternoon of Saturday, 2 October 2027
  • 2 or 4 night Indian Pacific train journey from Perth to Adelaide or Sydney:
    • Depart: 5:55 PM on Saturday, 2 October 2027
    • Arrive: 5:25 PM on Monday, 4 October 2027 in Adelaide, or 12:25 PM on Wednesday 6 October 2027 in Sydney (if extending)
    • All-inclusive on board experience including:
    • Gold Cabin with optional Cabin upgrades and associated in-cabin benefits
    • 3 days 2 nights to Adelaide or 5 days 4 nights to Sydney
    • All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages
    • Off Train Experiences in Kalgoorlie, Cook, Barossa Valley, Broken Hill and the Blue Mountains (route dependent)
    • Visit Kalgoorlie, a gold rush-era town on the outskirts of the Nullarbor
    • Enjoy a nightcap by a bonfire under the vast Nullarbor sky in the remote town of Cook
    • Visit Seppeltsfield Estate for a signature dining experience in the Barossa Valley
    • Visit Australia’s first heritage listed-city, Broken Hill (if extending to Sydney)
    • Explore the spectacular Blue Mountains (if extending to Sydney)
  • Official Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 souvenir merchandise:
    • Events Travel RWC 2027 Supporters Cap
    • Events Travel RWC 2027 Supporters Jersey
    • Pick-up from Welcome Desk in Perth
  • Events Travel Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 Travel Guide PDF
  • Personalised booking support from our expert reservations team
  • Dedicated onsite assistance from the Events Travel team
  • All booking fees and taxes (GST) included

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WHY EVENTS TRAVEL
  • Official Travel Agent
  • Guaranteed official tickets
  • Optional ticket upgrades and hospitality experiences
  • Hand-picked accommodation
  • Personalised support and expert service
  • Low deposits and secure bookings
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