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Roll out of Warwick
We set off from the restored 1880s Warwick Railway Station precinct and head out along the rail corridor, leaving the sealed roads behind.
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Southern Downs Steam Railway
Ride the historic line no road can reach
A guided 4WD expedition along the old Southern Downs railway corridor, out of Warwick and into the Granite Belt.
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Not a tour. A journey down a line the trains have run for over a century.
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Cross the trestle bridges
Heritage timber trestle bridges and creek crossings carry the line over country you simply cannot drive to any other way.
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Into open country
River flats and open grazing land open up around you, with your guide sharing the history of the line as it rolls by.
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The Granite Belt
The hills of the Granite Belt rise up on the horizon, the kind of view that has rolled past these carriages for more than a hundred years.
What's included
The whole day, sorted
Everything that makes the expedition what it is, included from the moment you climb aboard.
- A guided 4WDA window seat the whole way, in a vehicle built for the line.
- A local guideThe story of the line and the district, told as you travel.
- Morning teaA cuppa and a stretch at a stop along the way.
- Trestle bridges & viewsHeritage timber bridges and country with no road in sight.
- Small groupsLow numbers, so the day stays relaxed and unhurried.
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Bookings
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Good to know
Before you climb aboard
How long is the expedition? +
About 6 hours. The exact start time is shown on the booking calendar when you pick your date.
Where do we meet? +
At the Warwick Railway Station precinct, 1-17 Hamilton Street, Warwick. There is parking on site.
Who can come along? +
Everyone aged twelve and over, and it is a favourite with all ages. If you have any mobility needs, get in touch before you book and we will talk you through what to expect.
What should I bring? +
A hat, sunscreen, a water bottle and a camera. Mornings can be cool in the Southern Downs, so a light jacket is a good idea.
Get in touch
Ask us anything
Planning a group, after a gift, or just want to know more about the day? Send us a note and we'll get back to you.
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Where we meetWarwick Railway Station, 1-17 Hamilton Street, Warwick QLD
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