Step aboard for a fully-escorted unforgettable mini-escape through the heart of New South Wales, where rolling green landscapes, historic country towns, and a burst of spring colour await. This unique rail tour from Sydney to Canberra offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, floral celebration, and regional charm. Travel in first class on local trains, soaking in the serenity of the countryside as you make your way to Australia’s capital for the iconic Floriade Festival—the Southern Hemisphere’s biggest celebration of flowers, art, and light. Along the way, you’ll enjoy leisurely stops in Bowral, famed for its gardens and literary charm, the vibrant arts community of Bungendore, and Yass, a picturesque town with deep pastoral roots and a welcoming local spirit.
4 nights of accommodation in Canberra
4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners (including drinks at 2 of them)
Separate luggage transport allowing you to travel unencumbered
All transport fares and costs provided for in the itinerary
All meals, drinks excursions provided for in the itinerary
Full-time Railway Adventures Tour Leader throughout
Knowledgeable guides
Tipping and gratuities where applicable
Accommodation taxes where applicable
Travel to tour departure point and from tour end point
Travel insurance (Not mandatory for domestic travel)
Meals and drinks not provided for in the itinerary
Things of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, room service, etc
The best train trips possible, private luxury coach for off-train travel, guided walking where suitable, and other appropriate and appealing options to make exploration easy
Hand-picked hotels and resorts based on location, customer feedback, value and atmosphere. Please Note: Hotels of a similar standard may be substituted.
The walk from our hotel to the Floriade Festival in Commonwealth Park is 1.5 kilometres. Due to street closures, road transport is not possible.
Hear from some of our adventurers that have already ridden the rails with us.
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Reserve your place on this exciting exploration of Canberra & the Floriade Festival by Rail.
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