Tours - 2017

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Sunday 5 February 2017 – Otway Explorer. (D) Train, explore and dine at the wineries and breweries of the Otway, tree top walk or explore Camperdown and its market and lakes then dance your way back to Melbourne. Download a Brochure \| Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Saturday 18 March 2017 – Goulburn Valley Explorer. (D) ^^ Train, Wine, Dine, Cruise & Dance to the Goulburn Valley Wineries or travel through and lunch at Shepparton or Tocumwal. Download a Brochure \| Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Sunday 9 April 2017 – Suburban Shuttle. (S) Join Steamrail Victoria for some school holiday fun as we operate 2 steam trains with Melbourne's iconic "Red Rattlers" departing Flinders Street Station. Download a Brochure \| Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Sunday 16 April 2017 – Bendigo Maldon Easter Festival. (D) Travel to Bendigo for the Easter Parade, relive branch line travel on a steam train through to historic Maldon. Due to a lack of bookings, this tour has been cancelled.
Saturday 6 May 2017 – Swan Hill ~~Echuca~~ Overlander. (S) Travel from Castlemaine to Swan Hill ~~Echuca~~ by steam train in the luxurious Macedon and Tambo carriages (First Class) or in 1920’s vintage carriages (Excursion Class). Due to V/Line track works on the Echuca line, this tour has been changed to Swan Hill. Prices remain the same for the longer journey with tour options revised. Download a Brochure \| Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Saturday 13 May 2017 – A2 986 Returns to Warragul. (S) ** Join Steamrail and the Warragul community to celebrate the return of A2 986 to Warragul on its official first revenue run since restoration. More Information
Sunday 21 May 2017 – Day Rail and Sail. (S) Steam train to Geelong and return by the Victoria Star ferry. (or vice versa) Download a Brochure \| Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Friday 26 May 2017 – Melbourne to Ballarat in an Afternoon. (S) A relaxing afternoon reliving 1920’s steam train travel to Ballarat, return to Melbourne by a V/Line service. Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 May 2017 – Ballarat Shuttles. (S) Steam train rides as part of the Ballarat Heritage Weekend from Ballarat to near Lal Lal and return. Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Sunday 28 May 2017 – Ballarat to Melbourne in an Afternoon. (S) V/Line to Ballarat and return to Melbourne 1920’s style by steam train. Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Friday 9 to Monday 12 June 2017 – Northern Weekender. (S) Enjoy overnight steam train travel sleeping in 1910’s and 1950’s interstate sleeper carriages. Explore Swan Hill and Echuca by day. Download a Brochure \| Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Saturday 10 June 2017 – Northern Weekender - Kerang to Swan Hill (S) One way shuttle trip from Kerang to Swan Hill, departing at 8:30am Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Monday 12 June 2017 – Northern Weekender - Bendigo to Melbourne (S) One way transfer trip from Bendigo to Melbourne, departing at 1:55pm. Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Saturday 24 June 2017 – Steamrail’s Steam Spectacular. (S) The might of steam on show in Steamrail’s Steam Spectacular. Not to be missed! Download a Brochure \| Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Saturday 8 July 2017 – Echuca Explorer. (S) Steam train to Echuca. Wine & Dine, paddle boat cruise & dine or explore historic Echuca. Download a Brochure \| Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Saturday 29 July 2017 – Snow Train 1. (S) Sunday 6 August 2017 – Snow Train 2. (S) Double header steam engines. Wine & Dine, snow play, visit historic Walhalla or travel through to Traralgon. Sample the best of Gippsland’s produce in the Tastes of Gippsland carriage. Download a Brochure \| Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook Saturday 29 July 2017 – Moe to Traralgon. (S) For more information contact: LATROBE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 1800 621 409 or visitorcentre@latrobe.vic.gov.au Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook Sunday 6 August – Moe to Traralgon. (S) For more information contact: LATROBE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 1800 621 409 or visitorcentre@latrobe.vic.gov.au Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Friday 18 to Sunday 20 August 2017 – Maldon Weekender. (S) Overnight travel in 1910 interstate sleeping cars to Maldon. Explore Maldon and Castlemaine. Travel in the luxurious Macedon and Tambo carriages on the VGR branch line. Download a Brochure \| Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Sunday 27 August 2017 – Hurstbridge Wattle Festival Shuttle. (S) Steam train rides through the beautiful Diamond Valley as part of the Hurstbridge Wattle Festival. See website for more info - www.wattlefestival.org.au
Saturday 9 September 2017 – Maldon - Bendigo Experience. (S) Relive branch line travel. Travel to Castlemaine by steam train and change to the VGR’s steam train for the trip to Maldon or travel on to historic Bendigo. Download a Brochure \| Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook Saturday 9 September 2017 – Castlemaine to Bendigo and return (S) An opportunity exists for Castlemaine locals to board the Steamrail Maldon Experience in Castlemaine for a day out in Bendigo. Limited seats are available between Castlemaine and Bendigo. Book Now
Saturday 16 September 2017 – Castlemaine Charter. (S) Private Charter to Castlemaine for the Diamond Valley Railway.
Saturday 23 September 2017 – Echuca Overlander. (S) Travel from Castlemaine / Bendigo to Echuca by steam train in the luxurious Macedon and Tambo carriages (First Class) or in 1920’s vintage carriages (Excursion Class). Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Saturday 7 October 2017 – Farewell Broadway - Wycheproof. (S) (D) Join Steamrail Victoria as we farewell the Broad Gauge line which currently runs to Sea Lake with a day trip to Wycheproof and return. 2 x diesel locomotives will haul the tour to Maryborough where A2 986 will be attached to the train to be hauled to Wycheproof. A2 986 will lead the train return to Melbourne. Download a Brochure \| Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Sunday 22 October 2017 – Rail and Sail. (S) Steam train to Geelong and return by the Victoria Star ferry. (or vice versa) Download a Brochure \| Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Saturday 11 November 2017 – Essendon Steam Shuttles. (S) Join Steamrail Victoria for a 45 minute return journey aboard Melbourne's red rattler Tait trains hauled by two steam locomotives, A2 986 and K153. Book Now \| RSVP on Facebook
Friday 17 November 2017 – Dreamscape Tours (Charter) (D) Exciting function train tours around Melbourne for your end of year Christmas party needs. More Info \| Facebook Page
Friday 24 November 2017 – Dreamscape Tours (Charter) (D) Exciting function train tours around Melbourne for your end of year Christmas party needs. More Info \| Facebook Page
Saturday 25 November 2017 – Dreamscape Tours (Charter) (D) Exciting function train tours around Melbourne for your end of year Christmas party needs. More Info \| Facebook Page
Friday 1 December 2017 – Dreamscape Tours (Charter) (D) Exciting function train tours around Melbourne for your end of year Christmas party needs. More Info \| Facebook Page
Saturday 2 December 2017 – Dreamscape Tours (Charter) (D) Exciting function train tours around Melbourne for your end of year Christmas party needs. More Info \| Facebook Page
Sunday 17 December 2017 – Santa Special. (D) ## Relax & celebrate Christmas on the Santa Special to a mystery destination. Dine in one of the many fine eateries or picnic and BBQ in the park. Tour cancelled due to operational reasons.
Thursday 7 December 2017 – Dreamscape Tours (Charter) (D) Exciting function train tours around Melbourne for your end of year Christmas party needs. More Info \| Facebook Page
Friday 8 December 2017 – Dreamscape Tours (Charter) (D) Exciting function train tours around Melbourne for your end of year Christmas party needs. More Info \| Facebook Page
Saturday 9 December 2017 – Dreamscape Tours (Charter) (D) Exciting function train tours around Melbourne for your end of year Christmas party needs. More Info \| Facebook Page
Saturday 16 December 2017 – Dreamscape Tours (Charter) (D) Exciting function train tours around Melbourne for your end of year Christmas party needs. More Info \| Facebook Page
Sunday 17 December 2017 – Members Christmas Train (S or D) Steamrail Members and Friends - Christmas Train. Refer to Volunteers Facebook group for booking information, Steamrail Newsletter and Steamrail Email List to Members.
Sunday 17 December 2017 – Santa Special. (D) ## Relax & celebrate Christmas on the Santa Special to a mystery destination. Dine in one of the many fine eateries or picnic and BBQ in the park. Tour cancelled due to operational reasons.

Conditions of Travel

Conditions

Travelers on Steamrail trains are bound by Steamrail's standard conditions of travel. Acceptance of a ticket is deemed an acceptance of these regulations. While we endeavour to operate this tour as advertised, it may be necessary to alter or cancel all or part of the tour due to circumstances beyond our control. On days declared to be of high fire danger and/or Total Fire Ban, the train will be hauled by one of Steamrail's heritage diesel locomotives. We cannot be liable for any cost incurred by you arising from any late running of this tour.

Adults must take responsibility at all times for infants and other persons in their care.

Payments

All payments made to Steamrail Victoria Inc. are in Australian Dollars only. (AUD).

Rail and Sail conditions

In particular, the Rail and Sail may be subject to extreme weather conditions. Due to high fire danger the train will be hauled by one of Steamrail's heritage diesel locomotives. In the event of very rough conditions forecast on Port Phillip Bay, the Victoria Star may be unable to cruise. In this case the train will be increased in size and all patrons conveyed in both directions by rail, and a partial refund, or discount on the next Rail and Sail, offered.

Refunds

Steamrail will offer refunds if you are unable to travel due to illness or other serious cause, providing that tickets are returned and you notify us 7 days prior to day of travel. A cancellation fee will be charged to cover our costs.

Group Discounts

We offer group discounts for parties of 16 or more on most tours. If you have a group of 50 or more, a special private carriage may be available, while for larger groups your own chartered Vintage Train may be an option.

Seniors

We welcome holders of Seniors card. On request, during the tour, the valid card must be produced for each seat booked at the reduced rate.

Under 16

Children under 16 travel at a reduced rate. If you are bringing small children, please let us know.

Smoking

On board smoking is not permitted.

Alcohol

Strictly no BYO alcohol is to be consumed onboard. The train has a licensed bar, with a range of wines, ales and mixed drinks at reasonable prices.

Important Information

Regional Fast Rail

Due to circumstances beyond Steamrail's control, all Steamrail trains operating on the Regional Fast Rail Network (Geelong, Traralgon, Bendigo and Ballarat) are restricted to 80km/h running. This can from time to time have an impact on operating tours along these lines. V/Line Network Access operational needs can from time to time affect the operation of various Steamrail tours.

Fire Restrictions

Fire Restrictions can be applied across most areas of Victoria by CFA, when fire danger is high. Typically this is over the summer period of November through to April. Restrictions are applied in small areas at a time. View a map of current restrictions across Victorian municipalities.

Elecrail

Elecrail still has no trips planned at this stage, but talks are progressing with the goal of getting Elecrail operational again. Hopefully it will not be long until Elecrail is back on the rails.

Cross Posting of Proposed Tour Dates

This is a quick note for the editors of some other websites. Please feel free to cross post the information listed in the main section of this page but please refrain from referring to trips listed solely on the Tour Calendar. Trip information listed on the Calendar are subject to change pending operational needs. Trips are not confirmed as running until they are listed on the main page. Thank you.

Departure Information and Enquiries

The train departs and arrives at Southern Cross Station, also picking up and setting down at selected suburban stations. It is advised to contact Steamrail's Information Line on (03) 9397 1953 at least two days prior to departure to confirm any timetabling arrangements.