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DEPARTS
Sunday 5 April 2020
15
DAYS
17
DAYS
N E W T O U R
DAY 8
This morning we enjoy a scenic train
ride into the
Blue Mountains
for a visit
to the 3’6” gauge
Zig Zag Railway
. This
bush fire devastated railway re-opens
in 2019 and during our visit we enjoy a
return steam journey over the original
main line with its switchback and
viaducts to Clarence. (B)
DAY 9
By train to Albion Park for a
private
steam charter
on the 2ft gauge
Illawarra Light Railway
and we view
the steam and diesel collection that
were used on industrial and sugar cane
lines. (B,L)
DAY 10
A fascinating and unique rail
experience awaits us today! Firstly,
we travel by rail to via Campbeltown
to Picton where we have a
private
vintage 1920’s railmotor ride
from
the main line station over the branch
to the
New South Wales Railway
Museum
at Thirlmere. After a guided
tour of the huge collection of
38 steam
locomotives
, we view the operating
roundhouse and enjoy a group lunch.
We then enjoy an
exclusive steam
charter
over the 14 km old main line
to Buxton and return with a
photo
run-by
included. We are part of a
very elite club today as this line only
sees steam four or five times a year!
Following our very memorable day we
return, in style by vintage railmotor to
Picton before boarding our return train
back to Sydney Central. (B,L)
DAY 11
Today we enjoy a day at leisure to
explore the many famous attractions
stunning Sydney has to offer. Using our
included
“Opal” transport pass
we can
travel on the local trains, tramway and
ferries from Circular Quay with great
views of the famous
Harbour Bridge
and
Opera House
. Why not visit the
Tramway Museum at Loftus. (B)
DAY 12
By train to
Valley Heights Locomotive
Depot Heritage Museum
located on
the site of a 1914 railway roundhouse.
The museum exhibits the fascinating
history of the main western line and
is also home to the Steam Tramway
& Preservation Society including an
exclusive charter of the
1891 Sydney
Steam Tram
. (B,L)
DAY 13
Our great Australian rail journey
continues with another scenic rail route
from Sydney to
Newcastle
for three
nights at the Ibis Hotel, a 10-minute
walk from the Interchange station. (B)
DAY 14 & 15
We enjoy two full days at the
incredible
Maitland Steam Festival
featuring mainline steam with two
or three engines in action over three
different routes, the Great Train Race
HOTELS
Holiday Inn, Melbourne on Flinders
Rendezvous Studio Hotel, Sydney Central
Ibis Hotel, Newcastle
FARE
From London Heathrow Airport:
Standard Economy seats on Singapore Airlines
Upgraded flight seats on Singapore Airlines
Ex Melbourne / Sydney (i.e. Ground Only Fare)
Single Traveller Supplement
Return flights from London Heathrow to Australia with Singapore Airlines
14 nights hotel accommodation with private facilities
Breakfast each day plus 3 lunches
All excursions and admissions as detailed
Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager
GUARANTEED FARE
To be announced
To be announced
£3250
£950
with steam trains chasing each other,
traction engine rally, stationary engines,
street market and coach trips to the
nearby Hunter Valley steam railway.
During the steam festival we have
tickets included for a steam ride each
day, including one of the race trains. (B)
DAY 16
Following our fortnight of amazing
Australian steam adventures, we
depart mid-morning by rail to Sydney,
onwards by train to Sydney Airport for
the late afternoon flight via Singapore
to Heathrow. (B)
DAY 17
Arriving Heathrow in the morning
to conclude a truly phenomenal and
unique tour.
Please note: Optional unescorted
tour extensions by rail from Sydney to
Brisbane, Queensland or on the famous
‘Indian-Pacific’ train to Perth are available
on request.
GROUND
ONLY
BY AIR