SAINTS players have touched down in Australia after flying out for their World Club Challenge trip. 

The squad set off on Tuesday (January 31) for their venture Down Under.

The team is seeking to win the club a third World Club Challenge title, to emulate the victories of 2001 and 2007.

Saints take on Penrith Panthers in the World Club showpiece in western Sydney on Saturday, February 18.

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Meanwhile, seven days earlier (February 11) the Red Vee have a clash against their fellow 'Saints' from Down Under, St George-Illawarra-Dragons at WIN Stadium in Wollongong. 

Some of the squad have been sharing photos and videos on their Instagram accounts as they acclimatise in the Australian summer. 

St Helens Star: Alex Walmsley shared a photo from ManlyAlex Walmsley shared a photo from Manly (Image: Instagram)

Prop forward Alex Walmsley posted: "Good morning Manly".

Meanwhile, videos featuring Tommy Makinson, Matty Lees and Mark Percival are also among those shared.

St Helens Star: Matty LeesMatty Lees (Image: Instagram)