DownsSteam's South-West Rails: End of the line Tour to Thallon
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Embark on an unforgettable three-day heritage rail journey as DownsSteam invites you aboard a long-distance overnight tour to the far south-west of Queensland. This is our best value for money rail adventure on offer! This trip celebrates the south western line and the Thallon Rail Heritage Centre in partnership with the Thallon Progress Society – marking the return of heritage passenger rail to Thallon after a decade.
Relax in vintage comfort as you journey across the Darling Downs, through cotton and grain country, past the iconic Yelarbon Silos, and into the heart of outback Queensland. With all meals, accommodation, transfers, and touring included, this is a rare chance to experience the romance of overnight heritage rail in country style.
🚉 Your Itinerary
Day 1 –: Toowoomba → Goondiwindi
• 7:00am – Guest check-in at Toowoomba Railway Station (luggage loaded by crew)
• 8:00am – Departure south through Warwick and the Southern Downs
• Morning tea served onboard
• Comfort stop at Warwick Station
• Lunch served onboard during the run west across grain and cotton country, including a viewing of the famous Yelarbon Silos en-route.
• 5:00pm – Arrive Goondiwindi, transfer to accommodation
• Evening Dinner included, followed by time to explore Goondiwindi’s relaxed country hospitality
Day 2 –: Goondiwindi → Thallon → Goondiwindi
• Breakfast at your hotel
• 8:00am – Depart Goondiwindi by Commissioner Railmotors
• Travel west across the vast plains to Thallon,
• Visit of the Thallon Rail Heritage Centre at 12 midday - 12:15pm
• Pub BBQ Lunch included in Thallon township at the Francais Pub
• Bus tour around Thallon to Rogues Gallery/Silo Art/Info Station/Sculptures (lead by local guide)
• Tour the Rail Centre/Thallon Park (Giant Wombat Sculpture & War Memorial) . (lead by local guide)
• Afternoon return journey to Goondiwindi
• Dinner included at a local venue with DownsSteam hosts
Day 3 –: Goondiwindi → Toowoomba
• Breakfast at your hotel
• Morning departure eastbound through cotton and grain country
• Morning tea and lunch served onboard
• Comfort stop at Warwick
• 6:00pm – Return to Toowoomba Railway Station
🍷 Your Ticket Includes:
Return rail travel aboard DownsSteam’s heritage M Class carriages
Two nights’ accommodation in Goondiwindi (twin share or single)
All meals: daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, and morning/afternoon teas
Exclusive entry and tour of the Thallon Rail Heritage Centre
Sightseeing: Yelarbon Silos, Warwick highlights, Thallon township tour
All ground transfers, luggage handling, and guest service
Dedicated DownsSteam hosts throughout the journey
💰 Pricing (All-Inclusive, includes GST and booking fees)
Ticket Type Price per Person
Couple (Shared bed) $1,898.18
Twin Share (one room, two single bed) $1,898.18
Single Traveler: $1,160.00
🎟️ Limited Seats Available – Don’t Miss the Train!
This is a only opportunity to travel to Thallon by heritage rail for its Rail Heritage. With just 44 seats available, demand will be extremely high – secure your booking early.
Please Note:.
• Passengers are strongly encouraged to wear flat, comfortable shoes as the experience will be held outdoors on varying surfaces including gravel, grass and some uneven walkways.
Additional Info
Guests should arrive at Toowoomba Railway Station by 7:30am for luggage check-in. Train departs promptly at 8:00am.
Onboard toilets are available.
Concession fares are not available for this trip.
Light refreshments and snacks are also available for purchase from onboard the Railmotors.
We will endeavour to honour advance seating requests, however, we cannot guarantee any particular seat. We reserve the right to assign or reassign seats at any time, even after boarding the train. This may be necessary for operational, safety, security or other reasonable reasons.
Accessibility
Unfortunately, due to the era of the carriages wheelchair access is not available. Access requires using steps into the carriages.
#downssteam #railtravel #outback #overnighttraintrip #thisisqueensland
Relax in vintage comfort as you journey across the Darling Downs, through cotton and grain country, past the iconic Yelarbon Silos, and into the heart of outback Queensland. With all meals, accommodation, transfers, and touring included, this is a rare chance to experience the romance of overnight heritage rail in country style.
🚉 Your Itinerary
Day 1 –: Toowoomba → Goondiwindi
• 7:00am – Guest check-in at Toowoomba Railway Station (luggage loaded by crew)
• 8:00am – Departure south through Warwick and the Southern Downs
• Morning tea served onboard
• Comfort stop at Warwick Station
• Lunch served onboard during the run west across grain and cotton country, including a viewing of the famous Yelarbon Silos en-route.
• 5:00pm – Arrive Goondiwindi, transfer to accommodation
• Evening Dinner included, followed by time to explore Goondiwindi’s relaxed country hospitality
Day 2 –: Goondiwindi → Thallon → Goondiwindi
• Breakfast at your hotel
• 8:00am – Depart Goondiwindi by Commissioner Railmotors
• Travel west across the vast plains to Thallon,
• Visit of the Thallon Rail Heritage Centre at 12 midday - 12:15pm
• Pub BBQ Lunch included in Thallon township at the Francais Pub
• Bus tour around Thallon to Rogues Gallery/Silo Art/Info Station/Sculptures (lead by local guide)
• Tour the Rail Centre/Thallon Park (Giant Wombat Sculpture & War Memorial) . (lead by local guide)
• Afternoon return journey to Goondiwindi
• Dinner included at a local venue with DownsSteam hosts
Day 3 –: Goondiwindi → Toowoomba
• Breakfast at your hotel
• Morning departure eastbound through cotton and grain country
• Morning tea and lunch served onboard
• Comfort stop at Warwick
• 6:00pm – Return to Toowoomba Railway Station
🍷 Your Ticket Includes:
Return rail travel aboard DownsSteam’s heritage M Class carriages
Two nights’ accommodation in Goondiwindi (twin share or single)
All meals: daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, and morning/afternoon teas
Exclusive entry and tour of the Thallon Rail Heritage Centre
Sightseeing: Yelarbon Silos, Warwick highlights, Thallon township tour
All ground transfers, luggage handling, and guest service
Dedicated DownsSteam hosts throughout the journey
💰 Pricing (All-Inclusive, includes GST and booking fees)
Ticket Type Price per Person
Couple (Shared bed) $1,898.18
Twin Share (one room, two single bed) $1,898.18
Single Traveler: $1,160.00
🎟️ Limited Seats Available – Don’t Miss the Train!
This is a only opportunity to travel to Thallon by heritage rail for its Rail Heritage. With just 44 seats available, demand will be extremely high – secure your booking early.
Please Note:.
• Passengers are strongly encouraged to wear flat, comfortable shoes as the experience will be held outdoors on varying surfaces including gravel, grass and some uneven walkways.
Additional Info
Guests should arrive at Toowoomba Railway Station by 7:30am for luggage check-in. Train departs promptly at 8:00am.
Onboard toilets are available.
Concession fares are not available for this trip.
Light refreshments and snacks are also available for purchase from onboard the Railmotors.
We will endeavour to honour advance seating requests, however, we cannot guarantee any particular seat. We reserve the right to assign or reassign seats at any time, even after boarding the train. This may be necessary for operational, safety, security or other reasonable reasons.
Accessibility
Unfortunately, due to the era of the carriages wheelchair access is not available. Access requires using steps into the carriages.
#downssteam #railtravel #outback #overnighttraintrip #thisisqueensland
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