Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions | Kangaroo Route
We recreate the historic Kangaroo Route aboard our privately chartered Qantas Airbus A330-300. Following an almost identical flight path as the one Qantas first wholly operated in 1947, ours is a journey born of nostalgia, yet one enhanced by the conveniences of the modern era. We’ve answered some of the most frequently asked questions below.
WHAT IS THE KANGAROO ROUTE?
First operated wholly by Qantas in 1947, the Kangaroo Route refers to the flight path historically taken from Sydney to London. The route made stops in several cities along the way, owing to aircraft limitations, with 29 passengers and 10 staff on board. Utilising Lockheed Constellation planes, a number of other airlines operated specific sectors of the journey before Qantas became the first to fly the entire route in its own right.
WHY IS CAPTAIN’S CHOICE RECREATING THE QANTAS KANGAROO ROUTE?
An itinerary based around the Kangaroo Route is something that Captain’s Choice has wanted to offer its guests for many years. With the first-ever Captain’s Choice journey being a Qantas private charter in 1994 – and with many more having been completed since then – we thought it fitting to honour the legacy of this historic route alongside the airline that put it on the map.
WHAT TYPE OF PLANE WILL WE BE FLYING ABOARD – AND WITH HOW MANY GUESTS?
Our journey will take place aboard a privately chartered Qantas Airbus A330-300, with no more than 186 guests. Not all seats in the main cabin will be sold to allow more room to spread out.
WHAT IS THE SEATING CONFIGURATION?
The main cabin configuration is 2 seats | 4 seats | 2 seats. Only two of the middle seats will be sold to allow more room to spread out. All guests will receive an aisle or window seat for each sector.
In addition, Business Class catering will be enjoyed throughout the aircraft, regardless of seating category.
There are a limited number of Business Class seats also available.
In addition, Business Class catering will be enjoyed throughout the aircraft, regardless of seating category.
There are a limited number of Business Class seats also available.
WILL I RECEIVE QANTAS FREQUENT FLYER POINTS ON THIS JOURNEY?
Yes, Qantas Frequent Flyer points will be credited to all guests on this journey. The number of points is still being finalised and will be shared before departure.
CAN I CHOOSE MY SEAT ON THE PLANE?
Seats will be allocated by Captain’s Choice prior to departure. Throughout the journey, guests will be rotated to ensure that everyone has comparable time allocated to both window and aisle seating.
WILL WE HAVE SMALL GROUPS FOR TOURING?
We will be divided into smaller groups during our explorations of each city. All touring days will also offer an array of optional Your World experiences, allowing you to tailor your journey from a number of included experiences. Your World experiences will be selected prior to you joining the journey, with some having limited places available. Aside from our gala dinners, each day’s dining will also take place in smaller groups.
WHO WILL HOST THE GROUP?
The Captain’s Choice Tour Host Team will be comprised of 10 staff, including a Tour Manager, a Tour Doctor and several Tour Hosts. The plane will be manned by 12 Qantas staff, including Captains, cabin crew, an engineer and catering staff. Special guests will join us throughout the tour, including former Qantas pilots. All touring will be escorted by expert local guides.
HOW LONG IS EACH FLIGHT SECTOR?
Sydney to Darwin – 4 hours 30 minutes
Darwin to Singapore – 4 hours 50 minutes
Singapore to Kolkata – 4 hours 15 minutes
Kolkata to Colombo – 3 hours
Colombo to Cairo – 9 hours
Cairo to Rome – 3 hours 40 minutes
Rome to Toulouse – 2 hours
Toulouse to London – 2 hours 5 minutes
Darwin to Singapore – 4 hours 50 minutes
Singapore to Kolkata – 4 hours 15 minutes
Kolkata to Colombo – 3 hours
Colombo to Cairo – 9 hours
Cairo to Rome – 3 hours 40 minutes
Rome to Toulouse – 2 hours
Toulouse to London – 2 hours 5 minutes
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
All dining, beverages, a choice of included sightseeing and experiences, transfers and tipping, as well as stays in luxury accommodation. Porterage is also included, with your luggage being looked after throughout the journey.
HOW DO I BOOK?
To secure your place on this special journey, contact our Guest Relations team on the details found here. A non-refundable deposit of US$2,500 per person is required at the time of booking. Final payment will be due 120 days prior to departure.
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The Pioneering Spirit of the Kangaroo Route
- Sydney
- Darwin
- Singapore
- Kolkata
- Colombo
- Cairo
- Rome
- Toulouse
- London
By Private Jet
14 Days
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- 3 Feb 2026