Vintage Rail Journeys presents an exciting new series of slow rail tours on-board our newly restored, iconic 1960’s ex-Southern Aurora Sleeping Train. You’ll see amazing scenery, taste local produce and experience regional culture & events.

Our original and most popular rail tour - we enjoy the dramatic sandstone cliffs of the great dividing range at the beginning and end of our journey, the vineyards of the Hunter Valley and Orange, and we have the rare opportunity to travel on freight lines only across the Liverpool Plains from Werris Creek on the way to Orange. A real treat is the spectacular scenery in the Capertee Valley on the way to Rylstone.

Tour Dates

25-29 February 2024

24-28 March 2024

21-25 April 2024

8-12 September 2024

6-10 October 2024

3-7 November 2024

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The second adventure that we designed is our Riverina Rail Tour heading south from Sydney into the heart of Australia’s ‘food bowl’. You’ll receive a warm welcome from the communities of the Riverina, and learn a lot about the produce that they grow, some of their challenges and innovations. You will also travel on some rail lines which don’t have scheduled passenger services, making this a real adventure.

Tour Dates

10-14 March 2024

7-11 April 2024

25-29 August 2024

22-26 September 2024

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The newest of our tours, the North Coast Rail Tour is fast becoming one of our favourites. Every day there is a different view of the NSW coastline. Our guests have told us that they saw the North Coast in a way they never have before. You’ll discover the beautiful Hastings River at Port Macquarie, the breathtaking hinterland rainforest and eclectic community of the Northern Rivers region, the crystal clear creeks and uncrowded surf beaches of the Macleay Valley Coast, and the history and heritage of Maitland & Morpeth.

Tour Dates

20-24 October 2024

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Experience a four-day rock ‘n’ rail extravaganza, cruising through the scenic heartland of Central West NSW to the iconic Parkes Elvis Festival, offered in conjunction with Railway Adventures.

Tour Dates

11-14 January 2024

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Cancellation Policy – If we are unable to run the tour due to COVID-19, or you are subject to Government ‘stay at home orders’, we will provide a full credit for payment made by you, for one of our later tours