Step back in time aboard our heritage diesel-hauled train and beautifully restored SX carriages for a memorable rail journey across the Darling Downs and into outback Queensland. Settle into classic railway comfort as our heritage diesel locomotive leads you through sweeping cotton and grain country, past the iconic Yelarbon Silos, and along historic railway lines rich with Queensland character. With meals, accommodation, transfers and touring included, this is a rare opportunity to experience the atmosphere and adventure of overnight heritage rail travel, combining classic Queensland railway history with relaxed country hospitality.

🚉 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
• Travel west across the vast plains to Thallon, • Bus Tour of Old Bullamon Homestead
• Visit of the Thallon Rail Heritage Centre • 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 Goondiwindi 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
• 6:30pm – Return to Toowoomba Railway Station

🍷 Your Ticket Includes:

Return rail travel aboard DownsSteam’s train.
Two nights’ accommodation in Goondiwindi (twin share or single)
All meals: daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, and morning/afternoon teas
Exclusive entry & 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) $1,845.45
Twin Share (one room, two single bed) $1,845.45
Single Traveler: $1,107.27

🎟️ 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 60 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 7:00am for luggage check-in. Train departs promptly at 8:00am.

Onboard toilets are available on the SX Carriages.

Concession fares are not available for this trip.

Light refreshments and snacks are also available for purchase from onboard the train.

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 train limited wheelchair access is available. Please contact DownsSteam for more information.

What's not included

• Alcoholic Beverages (Sold Separately)