Slow Rail Journeys

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Tour
Visiting the Sea Lake silo art installation
Nullawil Silo Art by Train
Enjoy a day of Slow Rail Travel through spectacular Victoria
Sea Lake silo art
Visit Lake Tyrrell - Victoria’s pink crusted inland sea
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About

Experience Victoria by Private Train. Slow Rail Journeys allows guests to experience the romance of rail travel reliving the elegance of a bygone era on upscale weekend tours by train from Melbourne to some of the most spectacular destinations in regional Victoria.

Guests are accommodated in their fleet of ex-Overland and Southern Aurora sleeping carriages, hauled when possible by steam locomotive R707.

Every Slow Rail Journey includes overnight travel from Melbourne, a bespoke program of off-train experiences, six meals and daylight travel back to Melbourne.

Monthly departures focus on visiting the Mallee Silo Art Trail, Outback Victoria and the Murray region.

Their itineraries showcase the best of three fascinating corners of Victoria from world-class attractions to stunning artworks and gourmet cuisine. Tailored to complement the train’s itinerary are several Off-Train Experiences that showcase regional Victoria.

Slow Rail Journeys has a strong commitment to re-investing in the regions visited.

They work closely with local businesses to provide catering, tours, and other supplies choosing to source locally to benefit the communities they visit.

Local venues are used to source catering to ensure guests experience the finest of country dining and hospitality - iconic venues such as the Woomelang Hotel, the Kangaroo Hotel in Maldon and Wycheproof’s Terminus Hotel feature on the itinerary. They travel with local coach operators and more supporting the communities they visit.

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Available Tours

The Vinelander private train pauses in Ouyen for a fresh air break

Sunset onboard the Vinelander Private Train

Following its triumphant return in June, The Vinelander will again venture to Mildura, taking the path less travelled to the Murray-Sunset, Murrayville and the Sunraysia. Relax on your private train, The Vinelander, as it travels between Melbourne, the Goldfields, and Mildura (and return), enjoying spacious seating, picture windows, and Slow Rail Journey’s signature service. Enjoy three nights at the Grand Hotel or equivalent in Mildura and two at the exquisite RACV Goldfields Resort. Visit Murrayville and the Murray-Sunset by train (with a visit to the Pink Lakes and the silo art in Walpeup) or tour the moonscapes of Mungo National Park on a private coach. Experience a private river cruise to the stunning Trentham Estate and exclusive access to Mildura’s best attractions and more.

From $2395 to $2990 per person

Reviews & Ratings

vickstar1992

vickstar1992

Google review

My partner and I just travelled onboard 707 Operations (aka Slow Rail Journeys) "The Grainlander" to Wycheproof and Sea Lake this weekend. This was our first time travelling on a Slow Rail Journey of this length and scale. The whole experience was run to a world class standard of travel. All staff operating these trains are volunteers, and they are all so helpful and professional in what they do. These trips include all meals cooked and served onboard the train (the quality of the food is exceptional and delicious), side tours to local attractions, such as silo art tours, paddleboat rides, hotel dining, etc. As ours was in the wheat belt Mallee region, our side tours were to the silo art and Lake Tyrell in Sea Lake. The team also communicates every day of the tour via text messages, keeping guests in the loop about arrival and departure times, side tour information, etc. A variety of different accommodation options are available onboard the train, depending on your level of comfort and needs. Showers and toilets are also located in the carriages, either in the cabin, or at the end of the carriage. Overall just a brilliant experience if you love train travel and exploring regional Victoria. We will definitely be back on one of their tours again. Highly recommend them.

Get in touch

Phone

1800 707 677

Email

matt@slowrailjourneys.com.au

Website

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Where you'll be

Spencer Street

Melbourne VIC 3004

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