Cruise behind vintage diesels to the Goulburn Valley where you can visit the picturesque lakeside town of Nagambie.
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Picking up at Southern Cross Station at 9:30am, travel in Steamrail’s heritage carriages behind classic 1960's vintage EMD diesel locomotives.
The locomotives will perform a fast run direct to Seymour in the morning, reminiscent of the golden age of the Victorian Railways and famous express trains like the Spirit of Progress and Albury Express. After the train departs Melbourne, settle into your compartment and listen to the engines work hard as we climb the infamous Glenroy Bank, through the northern suburbs and into regional Victoria. After passing through the volcanic plains surrounding Wallan, our train will climb to the summit of the Great Dividing Range at Heathcote Junction and pass through the familiar bushland of the North-East.
On arrival into the historic railway town of Seymour at 11:14am, we will have a quick stop on the platform before the next leg of the journey. Anyone wishing to disembark the train here may do so, and are reminded to be back on the platform by 3:55pm for a 4:10pm departure.
After departing Seymour we will head onto the plains of the Goulburn Valley, known for its world-class wineries. Arriving at the lakeside town of Nagambie at 11:51am or Murchison East at 12:25pm. You will have time to explore Nagambie at your leisure or dine at the Murchison East Railway Hotel. Please ensure you make lunch reservations in advance, as there may be limited availability at local venues.
After a pleasant lunch, the train will depart Murchison East at 3:15pm and pick up at Nagambie at 3:45pm, followed by Seymour at 4:10pm, before the express run back to Melbourne, arriving back into Southern Cross Station at 5:57pm.
EXPLORE NAGAMBIE AT YOUR LEISURE
Arriving into Nagambie at 11:51am, take time to explore the town and the banks of Lake Nagambie.
There are a number of dining options, including restaurants, cafes, the Nagambie Rowing Club, Nagambie Brewery and Distillery, and the Royal Mail Hotel.
Please ensure you make lunch reservations in advance as there may be limited availability at local venues.
Passengers will rejoin the train at 3:45pm. The main street is a 10-minute walk from the station platform.
MURCHISON EAST RAILWAY HOTEL
Arriving at Murchison East at 12:25pm, where you can wander over to The Railway Hotel, known locally as 'The East'.
Meals will be available for purchase at your own expense from the bistro menu.
Please ensure you book in advance if you plan on having lunch at Murchison East
Passengers will rejoin the train at 3:15pm. The Railway Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the station platform.
PREMIUM COMPARTMENT
Upgrade to one of our Premium Private Compartments! Travel in style in one of our 1920's Sleeping Carriages, air-conditioned for your comfort and including a complimentary drink on either leg of your journey.
With the compartment in day configuration, it will comfortably seat 1 - 3 passengers for a more intimate heritage train travel experience.
FIRST CLASS
Go first class! Relax in your comfortable air-conditioned and heated 1930s-vintage compartment. All seating is reserved.
EXCURSION CLASS
Experience our 'E Type' Carriages dating back to 1906 with beautiful timber work and pressed-tin ceilings, walk-through corridors and comfortable compartment-style seating. Featuring 'old-school air-con', with the windows wide open to listen to the engine working hard up the hills. All seating is reserved.
THE VINTAGE TRAIN
Ride with us onboard 'The Vintage Train’, fully restored by Steamrail as an important part of Victoria’s rail heritage. Our diesel locomotives date from 1953 to 1968, while the carriages range from as early as 1906. The train features beautiful timber work and pressed-tin ceilings, walk-through corridors, comfortable compartment-style seating, a licensed bar and kiosk, and toilets with washrooms. All rail seating is reserved.
ON-TRAIN SERVICES
Our on-train facilities include Club Car 'Moorabool', with a kiosk which stocks a wide range of light refreshments, snacks, and hot and cold drinks. A licensed bar will also be operating, serving a range of beers, wines and spirits. A range of souvenirs will also be available for purchase from our onboard store.
TIMETABLE
<< SUBJECT TO CHANGE >> Please check the final times as shown on your seating allocation, which will be emailed 2 days prior to the tour operating.
9:30am dep. SOUTHERN CROSS
11:14am arr. SEYMOUR
11:51am arr. NAGAMBIE
12:25pm arr. MURCHISON EAST
3:15pm dep. MURCHISON EAST
3:45pm dep. NAGAMBIE
4:10pm dep. SEYMOUR
5:57pm arr SOUTHERN CROSS
Please ensure you are on the platform no later than 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time.
- FARES -
Non-Air Conditioned Seating
Adult $131
SRV Member $100 - Become a Steamrail Member to save - www.steamrail.com.au/membership
Under 17 $73
Under 3 $0
Air Conditioned Seating
Adult $142
SRV Member $110 - Become a Steamrail Member to save - www.steamrail.com.au/membership
Under 17 $84
Under 3 $0
Premium Private Compartment
Compartment for up to 3 - $534
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