How much does it cost?

From A$6,875 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $4,931 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.

Is the train travel included?

Yes, transport is by rail throughout, including the Sunlander route, the Kuranda Scenic Railway in Gold Class, the Sugar Cane Railway and the Mary Ann steam locomotive.

Is this an escorted tour?

Yes, a fully escorted small-group tour for over 50s, led by Tour Leader Danielle Munro.

What are the highlights?

Riding the restored Mary Ann steam locomotive and the Sugar Cane Railway, Gold Class on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, a Burnett River cruise, a tour of the Bundaberg Rum Distillery, Mount Morgan, Magnetic Island and whale watching in Hervey Bay.

One departure is listed, for July 2026, at AUD 6,875 per person.

Railway Adventures · Escorted tour

Rails, Reefs and Rainforests

13-day escorted rail tour from Brisbane to Cairns along Queensland's coast

Railway Adventures' Rails, Reefs and Rainforests is a 13-day, fully escorted small-group tour for travellers over 50, led by Tour Leader Danielle Munro. The journey follows the route of the historic Sunlander line north from Brisbane to Cairns along Queensland's coast. L. Travers, Hervey Bay for whale watching, and Bundaberg, home to a historic rum distillery. The tour continues through Rockhampton, Townsville, the gold-mining town of Mount Morgan, Magnetic Island and Charters Towers before reaching Kuranda, where the group rides the Kuranda Scenic Railway in Gold Class. Along the way, travellers also ride the restored Mary Ann steam locomotive and the historic Sugar Cane Railway. The tour ends in Cairns, gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. This trip suits history-minded travellers over 50 who want a fully guided rail journey with a mix of heritage rail rides and coastal stops.

What to know before you look closer

Railway Adventures publishes no day-by-day itinerary for this package; confirm how the 13 days divide among the listed stops before booking.
Only one departure is listed, for July 2026; confirm current availability with Railway Adventures.

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?: From A$6,875 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $4,931 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
Is the train travel included?: Yes, transport is by rail throughout, including the Sunlander route, the Kuranda Scenic Railway in Gold Class, the Sugar Cane Railway and the Mary Ann steam locomotive.
Is this an escorted tour?: Yes, a fully escorted small-group tour for over 50s, led by Tour Leader Danielle Munro.
What are the highlights?: Riding the restored Mary Ann steam locomotive and the Sugar Cane Railway, Gold Class on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, a Burnett River cruise, a tour of the Bundaberg Rum Distillery, Mount Morgan, Magnetic Island and whale watching in Hervey Bay.
When does it run?: One departure is listed, for July 2026, at AUD 6,875 per person.