Brisbane to Melbourne

Departures per week

The Great Southern departs once a week from Brisbane to Melbourne.

Departs December 2024 and January and February 2025 (Only).

The Great Southern does not operate March-November.

Day of departure

The Great Southern departs Brisbane on Monday at 10.15am

Duration

3
days
/
2
 nights.
Example:

Great Southern departs Brisbane (Hanworth House 109 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane. QLD 4169). Check-in from 8.00am-9.00am on Monday and concludes in Melbourne on Wednesday after lunch.

Brisbane to Melbourne only available for Gold Service.

Brisbane to Melbourne

Inclusions

  • 2 nights aboard the Great Southern in a Gold Service Cabin, travelling from Brisbane to Melbourne
  • All-inclusive meals, fine wines and beverages
  • A regionally-inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines
  • Off Train Experiences at Coffs Harbour, the Hunter Valley Region and Melbourne

Details

Day 1


BRISBANE AND COFFS HARBOUR

After setting off from Brisbane, enjoy lunch on board and a relaxing afternoon settling into your private cabin before arriving at the coastal town of Coffs Harbour. 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.

Day 2

HUNTER VALLEY AND SURROUNDS

Start the day with a hearty breakfast on board before setting off for a full day of Off Train Excursions. Today you get to choose your own adventure with your choice of the Hunter Valley, Newcastle or Port Stephens.

1. 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 (low intensity).

2. Port Stephens by Land and Sea: Experience the Stockton Bight Sand Dunes and beach by 4WD van, stopping to hunt for pippies and driving to the top of a sand dune before travelling to Nelson Bay for a relaxing afternoon cruise and lunch (medium intensity).

3. Newcastle Explorer: Take in spectacular coastal views and discover Newcastle’s unique blend of old and new with a guided walking tour and historical site visit. After lunch, visit Strzelecki Lookout and a stroll along the Newcastle Memorial Walk (medium intensity).

In the evening, return to the train to enjoy a regionally inspired meal prepared onboard before retiring for the night.

Day 3

MELBOURNE

After enjoying your last breakfast on board as you travel through Victoria’s high country, you’ll have a choice of Off Train Experiences in Melbourne such as visiting NGV Australia, The MCG or Old Melbourne Gaol. After working up an appetite take in the soaring views from Melbourne Skydeck at Eureka 89 where you'll dine on a beautifully curated menu showcasing local and seasonal produce. After lunch, your journey on The Great Southern concludes.

Day 4
Brisbane to Melbourne
Brisbane to Melbourne

Pricing (per person)

2024

2024 Season (December only)

Gold Premium Twin Cabin

2025

2025 Season (January and February only)

Gold Premium Twin Cabin

  • Gold Twin Cabin
  • Everyday Fare $ 3,930Gold Single Cabin
Advance Purchase Fares must be booked and paid for in full a minimum of six months in advance.
Only limited number of these fares available per departure and are subject to availability.

Flexible Fare must be paid in full when booking. Fully refundable up until 24 hours before departure.
Journey Beyond reserve the right to charge Third Party Fees if you chose to cancel.

Everyday Fare requires a 25% deposit when booking and the balance two months before you depart.

Gold Premium cabins available from December 2024.

NOTE - the departure that departs Brisbane in December and concludes in Perth in January may be at a different cost  

See Terms and Conditions for full details.

Children aged 4-15 inclusive receive a 20% discount off the accompanying adult fare.
Children 0-3 free in existing bedding.
All prices in Australian dollars (AUD) and are inclusive of GST.
Terms and Conditions apply.
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