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Canberra & the Floriade Festival by Rail

Five-day escorted rail journey from Sydney to Canberra for spring flower festival

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Railway Adventures operates this five-day escorted journey through New South Wales for travellers over 50, departing Sydney and ending in Yass with the centrepiece being Canberra's Floriade Festival, the Southern Hemisphere's largest spring flower celebration. Tour leader Adriana Swanson guides a small group through rolling green landscapes and historic country towns, with stops in Bowral, famed for gardens and literary heritage, the arts community of Bungendore, and the pastoral town of Yass. Travel occurs in first-class rail carriages, allowing you to absorb the countryside as the train progresses toward Australia's capital. The itinerary includes visits to Parliament House and the War Memorial. This pace suits those who prefer unhurried travel with structured activities and guided support throughout.

What to know before you look closer

  • Only one departure listed: September 2026.
  • The operator publishes no day-by-day itinerary for this package; confirm the route details and hotel locations with Railway Adventures before booking.
  • Designed specifically for over 50s travellers.

Questions travellers ask

Is rail travel included in the price?
Yes. The tour travels in first-class on local trains throughout New South Wales.
Is this an escorted tour?
Yes. Tour leader Adriana Swanson accompanies the group throughout the five days.
When does this tour run?
One departure is listed: September 2026. Contact Railway Adventures for future dates.
Which towns do you visit?
The tour starts in Sydney, stops in Bowral, Canberra, Bungendore, and ends in Yass, with a focus on Canberra's Floriade Festival.
What is included besides rail travel?
Visits to Parliament House and the War Memorial in Canberra, plus access to the Floriade Festival. Accommodation and other meals are not detailed in the available information.

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