Your Great Southern journey includes a choice of Off Train Experiences, allowing you to explore some of the incredible destinations along the way. These experiences are included in your fare.
Your preferences for the Off Train Experiences can now be added prior to your journey.
Please use the following information as a guide, some details of these experiences may vary.
Travelling Adelaide to Brisbane on Great Southern (December to February inclusive), your journey stops at The Grampians, Canberra and the North NSW Coast .
Choose your Off Train Experiences from the following options:
After settling into life on the train, it’s time to alight for your first Off Train Experience. Enjoy a guided coach tour through the scenic town of Halls Gap, positioned in the Grampians National Park and a great base from which to explore this spectacular corner of Australia. From Halls Gap, continue to Boroka Lookout to gaze across panoramic vistas over the east of the Grampians and over the town of Halls Gap.
It’s a short five-minute walk to two viewing platforms and from here, you’ll also be able to spot nearby Lake Bellfield.
Take in the breathtaking views in the late afternoon sunlight before returning to the train for a late supper. This experience is ideal for guests who would like a leisurely taste of the Grampians’ beauty and delightful Halls Gap.
Guest Requirements: Guests are required to bring enclosed shoes, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and water. The Grampians can also be extremely hot in summer.
Fitness Level: Low – coach tour with minimal walking, must be able to navigate coach stairs .
Excursion Duration (including travel time): Approx 2 1/2 hours
As the afternoon cools in the foothills of Grampians National Park (Gariwerd), discover the wild side of the region at Halls Gap Zoo. Set across 52 acres of landscaped grounds, the zoo is home to more than 500 animals and 120 species, from tiny marmosets to towering giraffes.Wander through the enclosures as the day begins to soften, meeting some of the zoo’s much-loved residents along the way.
Keepers share stories about the animals in their care, introducing you to favourites including playful red pandas and larger primates. There’s also the chance to get closer to the dingoes during a special keeper-led experience. Beyond the animal encounters, discover the important conservation work taking place at the zoo, including endangered species breeding programs and initiatives helping protect wildlife for generations to come. With knowledgeable keepers bringing each encounter to life, experience a different side of Gariwerd and the remarkable creatures in its care.
Recommended Fitness Level: Low to Moderate - Guests are required to walk approximately 1–2 km along a hard gravel path.
Step into the quieter side of the Grampians with a guided walk to the enchanting Venus Baths, where Stoney Creek winds through the sandstone landscape, cascading over smooth rock shelves and gathering in deep, clear pools.
Follow the 2.5-kilometre Venus Baths Loop Walk through the surrounding bushland, crossing Stoney Creek and taking in the changing scenery of Grampians National Park (Gariwerd) along the way. Even in the warmer months, water remains in the deeper pools, creating a peaceful oasis among the rugged sandstone walls.
Your local guide brings the landscape to life, sharing stories and insights into Gariwerd’s natural environment, history and culture. As you walk, gain a deeper appreciation for this remarkable place and the enduring connection between its people and Country.
Recommended Fitness Level: High – Guests are required to walk for approximately 60 minutes along bushwalking paths, uneven terrain and over large steps.
PLEASE NOTE: Guests are required to bring enclosed shoes, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and water. The Grampians can also be extremely hot in summer.
Discover the flavours of the Grampians with a tasting that brings together two of the region’s much-loved small producers, served within the rustic surrounds of a converted shearing shed. Begin with a selection of handmade wines from Black & Ginger, a certified organic vineyard lovingly named after Hadyn and Lucy Black’s cherished hounds, Paddy and Hunter. As you taste the small-batch wines, hear the stories behind them, including Lily’s Block Shiraz, named in honour of Hadyn’s late mother, who worked among the vines but never had the chance to taste the wine they produced.
Then settle in at Barney’s Bar & Bistro in Pomonal, a former working shearing shed where original timber beams and corrugated iron meet a relaxed bistro and beer garden. With the dramatic backdrop of Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park, enjoy a selection of curated canapés alongside your tasting, celebrating the produce, people and character of this remarkable corner of western Victoria.
Recommended Fitness Level: Low - Guests are required to climb coach stairs with walking and standing for short periods.
Visit the Australian War Memorial, one of the country’s most significant places of remembrance, where stories of service, sacrifice and courage are preserved for generations to come.
With a guide to lead the way, explore galleries spanning the First and Second World Wars and the Cold War, discovering the people and events behind some of the defining moments in Australia’s history. Continue to the Hall of Valour, where the stories of Australia’s Victoria Cross recipients offer a moving insight into extraordinary acts of bravery under fire.
Conclude your visit in the cloisters at the Roll of Honour, where the names of those who lost their lives in service are inscribed in bronze. Take a moment to place a red poppy among the thousands already laid in remembrance, and pause in quiet reflection on the lives behind the names and the enduring legacy of their service.
Recommended Fitness Level: Moderate - Guests are required to walk and stand for approximately 60 minutes.
Step into the National Portrait Gallery and discover the people behind the faces that have shaped Australia. Housed in an award-winning, light-filled building, the gallery offers an intimate glimpse into the many people and stories that have helped define the nation.
An expert presenter guides you through the world-class collection, from historical pioneers and artists to sporting legends and contemporary Australian icons. Look beyond each portrait to uncover the stories of the people depicted, as well as the artists and ideas behind their creation.
Take your time exploring the elegant galleries, with plenty of opportunity to pause, reflect and appreciate the portraits at your own pace. It’s a thoughtful introduction to Australian identity, told through the people who have helped shape it.
Recommended Fitness level: Low – Guests are required to walk and stand for approximately 45 minutes.
Step inside the working heart of Australian democracy at Parliament House, where architecture, art and the landscape come together in one of Canberra’s most remarkable landmarks. Explore the Senate and House of Representatives with a guide who brings the building and its stories to life, from the eucalyptus greens of the Senate to the ochre reds of the House, colours inspired by the Australian landscape. These are the chambers where national debates unfold and decisions shaping the country are made.
Continue into the Great Hall, where Arthur Boyd’s monumental tapestry stretches the full height of the wall, before discovering Michael Nelson Jagamara’s striking granite mosaic in the forecourt. Along the way, take in the sweeping marble staircase and geometric roofline, and discover how the building’s design was carefully considered to connect it with the landscape beyond. From the grand interiors to the smallest architectural details, uncover the ideas and artistry that make Parliament House as much a celebration of Australia as it is a place of government.
Recommended Fitness Level: Moderate - Guests are required to walk and stand for approximately 45 minutes.
Step into a lush coastal oasis at the North Coast Regional Botanic Garden, where the diverse plant life of Australia unfolds across 20 hectares of gardens, rainforest and native bushland.Join a guided walk through the collections and landscapes, from towering eucalypts and vibrant wildflowers to coastal shrubs shaped by the salt-laden sea air.
Continue into the rainforest, where moss-covered trees and delicate ferns create a cool, leafy canopy, offering a striking contrast to the open coastal landscape.
For a more leisurely experience, follow the ‘Journey of the Subtropics’ self-guided trail at your own pace, taking time to pause among the gardens and soak up the peaceful surrounds. You can also settle in with a coffee at the local café and simply enjoy the garden at a slower pace.
Recommended Fitness level: Moderate – Guests are required to walk and stand for approximately 90 minutes.
Travel south of Coffs Harbour to the seaside town of Urunga, where the Kalang and Bellinger rivers meet the sea. Here, a coastal boardwalk offers a beautiful introduction to the landscape and the culture of the Gumbaynggirr people.
Meet your Gumbaynggirr guide and follow the boardwalk through the mangroves, looking out for graceful stingrays, herons and other wildlife along the water’s edge. As you walk, hear stories and insights into the ecosystem, native plants and traditional bush tucker, gaining a deeper understanding of the connection between the Gumbaynggirr people and Country.
Continue with a hands-on demonstration of traditional tools and weaponry, learning how they were crafted and used, before experiencing the distinctive flavours of bush tucker from the region. It’s an immersive way to discover Urunga, where the natural environment and enduring culture of the Gumbaynggirr people are deeply intertwined.
Recommended Fitness level: High – Guests are required to walk up to 2 km along a boardwalk, with periods of standing.
Spend a leisurely morning beside the Pacific at Aanuka Beach House, a waterfront retreat surrounded by 15 acres of lush subtropical gardens.
Settle into a shaded spot on the terrace and take in sweeping coastal views, with the gardens providing a tranquil backdrop. From here, it’s just a short stroll across the lawns to the beach, where you can take a refreshing swim, dip your toes in the Pacific or simply settle back on the sand with a good book.
With beach towels provided, there’s nothing to organise but how you’d like to spend the morning. Sip a chilled mimosa and enjoy a platter of fresh seasonal fruit as the sound of the waves and rustling palms set the pace.
With nowhere else to be, ease into the slower side of Coffs Harbour and savour a morning of sun, sea and simple pleasures.
Recommended Fitness level: Low to Moderate – Guests have the option to walk to the beach.
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From Stawell Station, enjoy a coach ride through picturesque countryside to your dining destination, where you’ll be wined and dined by the best local producers. The Grampians wine region zeroes-in on late-ripening reds, notably spicy shiraz and cabernet sauvignon. Sparkling reds also feature, notably from the Great Western sub-region, a geological area riddled with seams of gold. Feel like exploring further? Take a guided walk into the heart of Gariwerd, following Stony Creek upstream to the spectacular Venus Baths, where the creek flows over a sandstone shelf into a series of deep rockpools. You can also choose to take a shuttle bus up to Boroka Lookout, from where you can survey the Grampians’ magical peaks, hazy valleys and forested slopes. After a lavish dinner, your coach will spirit you back to Ararat Station, where you’ll reboard the Great Southern for your journey into the night.–
Guest Requirements: Hat, sunscreen and enclosed shoes
Fitness levels: Low – dining experience Moderate – optional walks
Duration (Approximately 5 hours)
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AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL
Enjoy a coach ride through the countryside on the way to the Nation’s capital where you will enjoy a visit to Parliament House and lunch before a guided tour of the Australian War Memorial before traveling back to the train for dinner.
Guest Requirements: Photo ID, comfortable shoes, hat, sunscreen, water. Parliament House Security and Australian War Memorial Security Terms and Conditions apply.
Fitness Level: Low Mobility and Fitness: Guided walking tour that can accommodate most fitness abilities.Approximate Excursion
Duration (including travel time): 8 hours
NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA
Enjoy a coach ride through the countryside on the way to the Nation’s capital where you will enjoy a visit to Parliament House and lunch before a guided tour of the National Gallery of Australia before traveling back to the train for dinner.
Guest Requirements: Photo ID, comfortable shoes, hat, sunscreen, water. Parliament House Security Terms and Conditions apply.
Fitness Level: LowMobility and Fitness: Guided walking tour that can accommodate most fitness abilities.
Approximate Excursion Duration (including travel time): 8 hours
NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA & MATESSE PICASSO EXHIBITION
As above plus a visit to the Matisse Picasso Exhibition.
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIA
Enjoy a coach ride through the countryside on the way to the Nation’s capital where you will enjoy a visit to Parliament House and lunch before a guided tour of the National Museum of Australia before traveling back to the train for dinner.
Guest Requirements: Photo ID, comfortable shoes, hat, sunscreen, water. Parliament House Security Terms and Conditions apply.
Fitness Level: Low Mobility and Fitness: Guided walking tour that can accommodate most fitness abilities.Approximate Excursion
Duration (including travel time): 8 hours
PARLIAMENT HOUSE EXPERIENCE
Enjoy a coach ride through the countryside on the way to the Nation’s capital where you will enjoy a visit to Parliament House and lunch before staying on for an extended guided tour of Parliament House before traveling back to the train for dinner.
Guest Requirements: Photo ID, comfortable shoes, hat, sunscreen, water. Parliament House Security Terms and Conditions apply.
Fitness Level: Low Mobility and Fitness: Guided walking tour that can accommodate most fitness abilities.
Approximate Excursion Duration(including travel time): 8 hours
MURRUMBATEMAN FOOD AND WINE TRAIL
Enjoy a relaxing day of wine tasting and lunch in the Murrumbateman wine region before returning to the train for dinner.
Guest Requirements: Comfortable walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, water.
Fitness Level: Low
Approximate Excursion Duration (including travel time): 8 hours
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COFFS EXPLORER
Travel up to Sealy Lookout offering views for miles from the Forest Sky Pier before travelling back to Coffs Harbour for free time to explore the Harbourside Markets, historic jetty or relax by the beach.
Guest Requirements: Comfortable walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, water.
Fitness Level: Low
Approximate Excursion Duration (including travel time): 4 hours
BOARDWALK TO BEACH
Stopping at the small station of Urunga, enjoy a guided stroll along the Urunga Boardwalk with views of the coastline before travelling to Coffs Harbour for free time to explore the Harbourside Markets, historic jetty or relax by the beach.
Guest Requirements: Comfortable walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, water.
Fitness Level: Moderate Mobility and Fitness: Approximate 2km walk on a narrow boardwalk with stops along the way to spot wildlife. Optional shuttle bus to Sealey Lookout available from Coffs Harbour.
Approximate Excursion Duration (including travel time): 4.5 hours
BEACHSIDE MORNING
Make the most of Coffs Harbour’s beautiful beaches with an entire morning of free time spent seaside. Wander along the coast, have a dip in the ocean, explore the Harbourside Markets and historic jetty or simply sit back and relax.
Guest Requirements: Guests to bring swimwear if they intend to swim. Towels will be provided. Comfortable walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, water.
Fitness Level: Low
Approximate Excursion Duration (including travel time): 4 hours
or further details see PDF below
(please use the following information as a guide only as some details of these excursions may vary)
Travelling Brisbane to Adelaide, The Great Southern stops at the North NSW Coast, the Hunter Valley and Melbourne / regional Victoria.
Choose your Off Train Experiences from the following options :
After crossing from Queensland into northern New South Wales, enjoy a unique dining experience on the beach at the sublime coastal town of Coffs Harbour.
On arrival at Coffs Harbour Station in the early evening, you’ll be met by coaches to transport you to your dinner location just a short drive away. As the sun dips beneath the horizon, enjoy a unique beachside dinner where you’ll feast on local produce and fresh seafood matched with fine wines. After a few leisurely hours, you’ll reboard the train and set off for the night.
Guest Requirements: Guests are strongly encouraged to wear flat, comfortable shoes as the experience will be held outdoors on varying surfaces including sand, grass and some uneven walkways. In the event of poor weather, the dinner will be moved indoors.
Fitness level: Low Mobility and Fitness: Guests will be dining on a beach with sand and pebbles underfoot.
Approximate Excursion Duration (including travel time): Approx 3 1/2 Hours
Begin high above Newcastle Harbour at Fort Scratchley, where historic gun emplacements look out across the coastline and the mouth of the Hunter River. Explore the tunnels beneath the headland as your guide brings to life the night in 1942 when the fort returned fire on a Japanese submarine that had shelled the city.From the fort, follow the Memorial Walk along Strzelecki Headland, crossing the dramatic steel bridge suspended above the cliffs. Look out across the Pacific on one side and Newcastle’s working harbour on the other, while the silhouettes of soldiers along the balustrade honour local families who served in the First World War.
Continue to Newcastle Museum, where the city’s story unfolds through its industrial past, from coal mining and the BHP steelworks to the earthquake that reshaped Newcastle in 1989. Discover the enduring history and culture of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples, before exploring the museum’s hands-on science exhibits and working steam engine.Then settle in for lunch at the Roundhouse, where the harbour and breakwater stretch out below you. Take in the view, reflect on the stories of the morning and enjoy a relaxed lunch overlooking the city and sea.
Recommended Fitness Level: Moderate – Guests are required to get on and off the coach multiple times, with periods of walking and standing.
Climb aboard a 4WD and venture onto the vast sands of Stockton Beach, where towering dunes stretch between the Pacific Ocean and the bush. Rising up to 30 metres high, these shifting dunes create a landscape that is constantly changing, shaped by the wind and the sea. As you travel deeper into the dunes, your guide brings the landscape to life, sharing stories of the people and places that have shaped this remarkable stretch of coast. Discover Tin City, a collection of weathered shacks built from salvaged materials during the Great Depression, still standing among the dunes today.
Then it’s time to experience the dunes for yourself. Take a board to the top of a towering sand slope and launch into a thrilling ride down the face, or simply take in the view and watch the action from above. After a morning exploring the coast, settle in for lunch at Atmos in Shoal Bay. With its whitewashed interiors and relaxed Mediterranean feel, it’s the perfect place to unwind over shared plates and a refreshing drink.
Recommended Fitness Level: Moderate – The 4WD tour may involve bumpy and steep terrain and may not be suitable for guests with injuries or mobility restrictions. Wheelchairs and walkers cannot be accommodated on this experience.
Step aboard a 78-foot catamaran at Nelson Bay Marina and cruise into the sheltered waters of Port Stephens, where volcanic headlands frame a vast blue expanse and secluded beaches reveal themselves along the shoreline. Settle onto the deck and watch the coastline unfold as you glide across the bay. Keep your eyes on the water for one of Port Stephens’ most memorable residents, the bottlenose dolphin. Around 150 dolphins call these waters home year-round, and if you’re lucky, they’ll appear alongside the boat, riding the bow wave just metres away.
Your skipper shares stories of the resident pods and the natural world around them, bringing the character of Port Stephens to life as you explore its waterways. Along the way, look out across oyster leases, historic fishing grounds and the point where the sheltered harbour meets the open Tasman Sea.Back on shore, settle in for a relaxed lunch at Atmos in Shoal Bay. With whitewashed interiors, an open, breezy feel and a menu of generous shared plates, it’s the perfect spot to unwind after a morning on the water.
Recommended Fitness Level: Moderate – Guests are required to climb steep steps to board the vessel and access the top deck. Wheelchairs and walkers cannot be accommodated on this experience.
Set out into the Hunter Valley, Australia’s oldest wine region, where vineyards roll towards the blue peaks of the Brokenback Range and the pace of the day slows among the vines.Begin at Audrey Wilkinson, one of the valley’s oldest vineyards, where rows of vines stretch towards the mountains and every sip comes with a view.
Continue to Brokenwood, where a contemporary cellar door and celebrated wines offer a different perspective on the region. Along the way, taste your way through the Hunter’s signature styles, from bright, citrusy semillon to rich, earthy reds.Then settle in for a long, relaxed lunch at Iron Gate Estate. Surrounded by vines and framed by a Spanish-inspired setting, take your time over a menu celebrating local produce, paired with more of the region’s wines.
With rolling vineyards, good food and exceptional wines at every turn, spend the day discovering the Hunter Valley at its most inviting.
Recommended Fitness level: Low – Guests are required to climb coach stairs with walking and standing for short periods.
Step into the world of Australian art at the National Gallery of Victoria, where the story of the country is told through more than 75,000 works spanning thousands of years of creativity.Explore galleries filled with works by Indigenous Australian artists, masters of Australian modernism and contemporary artists pushing the boundaries of design and visual culture. From ancient traditions to bold new ideas, discover the many ways Australia’s landscapes, people and stories have shaped its artistic identity.
After exploring the gallery, continue into the heart of Melbourne and make your way to Eureka 89, high above the city on the 89th floor of the iconic Eureka Tower. Settle in for lunch surrounded by sweeping views across Melbourne, the Yarra River and beyond.With art, culture and the city laid out before you, enjoy a memorable taste of Melbourne from above.
Recommended Fitness Level: Low – Guests are required to climb stairs, with short periods of walking and standing. Lunch is served on the 89th floor of Eureka Tower, accessed via a high-speed lift.
Victoria is well-known for its excellent food and wine scene, and Moorabool Valley hits that brief with the region known for their fresh produce, farm gates, markets and provedore.
A little over an hour from Melbourne, Clyde Park is a beautiful vineyard, cellar door and bistro set among rolling hills. Here, you’ll enjoy the best the valley has to offer, a sumptuous lunch and cool climate wines while being entertained with live music on the glorious lawns. Tour duration (including travel time) is approximately 5 hours.
Recommended Fitness Level: Low – guests are required to climb coach stairs with walking and standing for short periods.
PLEASE NOTE: It is recommended to bring comfortable walking shoes, hat and sunscreen.
*Guests disembarking in Melbourne are unable to take part in the Moorabool Valley Tour*
Step inside one of Australia’s most iconic sporting venues and discover the stories behind the Melbourne Cricket Ground, affectionately known as ‘The G’. Go behind the scenes on a guided tour of the MCG, exploring the spaces where more than 150 years of sporting history have unfolded.
Walk through the stadium and discover the inner workings of a venue that has hosted legendary cricket matches, AFL games, major concerts and some of Melbourne’s most memorable moments.As you explore, hear stories of the athletes, events and characters that have helped shape the MCG and its place in Australian sporting culture. Take in the scale of the stadium from perspectives usually reserved for players and officials, and imagine the roar of the crowd on match day.
After your MCG experience, continue into Melbourne for lunch at Eureka 89, high above the city on the 89th floor of the iconic Eureka Tower. Settle in for a relaxed meal as floor-to-ceiling views stretch across Melbourne, the Yarra River and beyond.From one of Melbourne’s most celebrated landmarks to its highest dining experiences, discover the city from two very different perspectives.
Recommended Fitness Level: Moderate – Guests are required to climb stairs, with moderate periods of walking and standing. Lunch is served on the 89th floor of Eureka Tower, accessed via a high-speed lift.
Step through the doors of the Old Melbourne Gaol and back into a darker chapter of Melbourne’s history. Towering bluestone walls, iron walkways and narrow cells reveal what life was like inside the prison, which operated from 1842 until 1929. Explore the cells and corridors as stories of the people who passed through these walls come to life. Discover the death masks once used in attempts to understand criminal behaviour, hear the stories of prisoners jailed for offences such as vagrancy and theft, and learn about the lives of those who faced the harsh realities of the justice system.
Ned Kelly’s story is also woven into the gaol’s history. Visit the site of his execution in 1880 and stand beneath the original beam, still in place today. As you move through the gaol, gain a deeper understanding of the people, circumstances and ideas that shaped Melbourne’s early justice system.
After a thought-provoking morning, leave the gaol behind and rise high above the city for lunch at Eureka 89, on the 89th floor of Eureka Tower. Look out across the Yarra River, Melbourne’s cityscape and towards the Dandenong Ranges, with the city unfolding in every direction.From the shadows of one of Melbourne’s most significant historic sites to sweeping views from above, experience two very different perspectives on the city.
Recommended Fitness Level: moderate – Guests are required to climb stairs, with moderate periods of walking and standing. Lunch is served on the 89th floor of Eureka Tower, accessed via a high-speed lift.
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As the sun dips beneath the horizon, enjoy a unique beachside dinner where you’ll feast on local produce and fresh seafood matched with fine wines, while the waves lap at the shore nearby. After a few leisurely hours, you’ll reboard the train and set off for the night.Guest Requirements: As this is an outdoor experience guests are strongly encouraged to dress according to the weather and to wear comfortable shoes, hat, sunscreen, water.
Fitness level: Low Mobility and Fitness: Guests will be dining on a beach with sand and pebbles underfoot. Guests will walk along an uneven boardwalk to enter the beach.
Approximate Excursion Duration (including travel time): 4 Hours
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NEWCASTLE EXPLORER
Take in spectacular coastal views and discover Newcastle’s unique blend of old and new with a guided walking tour, lunch and a historical Fort Scratchley site visit. Finish the day with a visit to Strzelecki Lookout and stroll along the Newcastle Memorial Walk.Guest Requirements: Comfortable walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, water.
Fitness Level: Moderate to High Mobility and Fitness: The excursion includes a lot of walking though the pace can be altered to accommodate most abilities; guests should consider their fitness levels in relation to the the length of time they will be on their feet.
Approximate Excursion Duration (including traveL time): 10 Hours
PORT STEPHENS BY LAND AND SEA
Travel to Nelson Bay for a relaxing cruise spotting dolphins and taking in the beauty of the Bay before lunch at the Marina. Next stop is the Stockton Bight Sand Dunes where you’ll explore the beach by 4WD van, stopping to hunt for pippies and driving to the top of a sand dune before returning to the train for dinner.Guest Requirements: Comfortable shoes, hat, sunscreen, water.
Fitness Level: Low Mobility and Fitness: The cruise vessel has steep steps to board and steep steps to use the bathrooms on board. The 4WD tour can be bumpy and may not be suitable for people with some injuries or mobility restrictions. If guests are unable to take part in the 4WD tour they can take a seat at nearby Crest Café or enjoy a wander along the beach.
Approximate Excursion Duration (including travel time): 10 Hours
HUNTER VALLEY WINE REGION
Meander through the picturesque and historic vineyards of the Hunter Valley where you can sample wines from both world-renowned brands and boutique cellar doors. Your day will include cellar door experiences, winery tours and a sumptuous lunch.Guest Requirements: Comfortable shoes, hat, sunscreen, water.
Fitness Level: LowMobility and Fitness: Up to four locations will be visited. Guests will climb on and off coaches for each and walk short distances to enter the venues.
Approximate Excursion Duration (including travel time): 10 Hours
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WONDERS OF THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD
After brunch on board, set off on a road trip by coach through regional Victoria to the Great Ocean Road to see unforgettable highlights such as the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge or London Bridge, majestic collections of crumbling pillars rising from the Southern Ocean. On the return journey to Inverleigh Station, enjoy dinner and drinks at a heritage homestead in regional Victoria.Guest Requirements: Comfortable walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, water.Fitness Level: Moderate Lengthy coach travel, approximately 2 hours each way. Walking required at most locations including stairs and boardwalks.
Approximate Excursion Duration (including travel time): 8.5 Hours
Optional Upgrade: 12 Apostles Scenic Flight (subject to availability).Enjoy a 25 minute scenic helicopter flight over unforgettable highlights such as the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge, majestic collections of crumbling pillars rising from the Southern Ocean. The remainder of the excursion is as detailed in the standard excursion.
Cost: $235.00 per person
WINE AND WATERFRONT
After brunch on board, set off to enjoy wine tasting and stunning views at a regional Victorian vineyard before heading to the Geelong Waterfront. Set your own pace by wandering along the foreshore discovering public art and history such as the Pier, Eastern Beach and Baywalk Bollards or just sit and soak up the sights and sounds of the foreshore. Finish the day with dinner and wine tasting before returning to the train that night.
Guest Requirements: Comfortable walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, water.
Fitness Level: Low Mobility and Fitness: Free time to walk in Geelong.
Approximate Excursion Duration (including travel time): 8.5 Hour
EUREKA SKYDECK AND WALKING TOUR
Take in the breathtaking views of Melbourne from Eureka Skydeck, the highest public observation tower in the Southern Hemisphere, and lunch at Eureka 89. Then get to know Melbourne city with a two-hour guided laneway walking tour. As the day ends, the coach will transport you to a sumptuous dinner and wine tasting before returning to the train that night.
Guest Requirements: Comfortable walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, water.
Fitness Level: Moderate Mobility and Fitness: Very fast elevator ride. Two hour walking tour at a moderate pace.
Approximate Excursion Duration (including travel time): 10.5 Hours
EUREKA SKYDECK AND NGV AUSTRALIA
Take in the breathtaking views of Melbourne from Eureka Skydeck, the highest public observation tower in the Southern Hemisphere, and lunch at Eureka 89. Then enjoy a guided tour of the National Gallery of Victoria, Australia as well as your own free time to wander through the collections. As the day ends, the coach will transport you to a sumptuous dinner and wine tasting before returning to the train that night.
Guest Requirements: Comfortable walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, water.
Fitness Level: Low Mobility and Fitness: Very fast elevator ride. One hour gallery tour at an easy pace.
Approximate Excursion Duration (including travel time): 10.5 hours
EUREKA SKYDECK AND FREE TIME
Take in the breathtaking views of Melbourne from Eureka Skydeck, the highest public observation tower in the Southern Hemisphere, and lunch at Eureka 89. Then enjoy Melbourne your way with approximately two hours of free time. As the day ends, the coach will transport you to a sumptuous dinner and wine tasting before returning to the train that night.Comfortable walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, water.
Fitness Level: Low to ModerateMobility and Fitness: Very fast elevator ride. Guests choose their own activities in free time and are not escorted.
Approximate Excursion Duration (including travel time): 10.5 Hours
For further details see PDF below
(please use the following information as a guide only as some details of these excursions may vary)
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