Savannahlander
Rail Runner
Four-day train journey inland from Cairns through Queensland outback on the Savannahlander.
4 daysfrom $851
65% rail
No longer offered
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Savannahlander · Tour package
Savannah Rail Runner
Four-day rail journey on the Savannahlander from Cairns through outback Queensland
Savannahlander runs the Savannah Rail Runner, a four-day, three-night journey on the Savannahlander regional train through inland Queensland. The trip departs Cairns and travels to Forsayth and Mount Surprise, with overnight stays and full board included at small regional hotels along the way. The pace is relaxed; the itinerary emphasises the journey itself rather than scheduled excursions, making it ideal for travellers who want to experience a working regional railway without rushing. Savannahlander includes return rail travel, en-suite accommodation, three dinners, three breakfasts, four lunches, and two morning tea stops on the train with a souvenir cup. The Savannahlander is particularly suited to repeat rail travellers seeking authentic regional rail experiences, couples looking for a quiet getaway, and budget-conscious travellers who value all-in packages. Optional add-ons such as the Chillagoe Caves and Undara Lava Tubes tours can extend your experience.
What to know before you look closer
- Only one departure is listed: July 2026. Confirm availability and other dates directly with Savannahlander.
- The operator publishes no detailed day-by-day itinerary; verify the train schedule and stop durations with them before booking.
- Cancellations made 14 days or less before departure are non-refundable; only earlier cancellations receive a refund less deposit.
Included
- Cairns to Forsayth* return travel on the Savannahlander.
- En-suite rooms at the Railway Hotel (Almaden), Finnigans Rest (Forsayth) and Discovery Parks (Mt Surprise).
- 3 dinners and 3 breakfasts and 4 lunches.
- 2 line-side morning tea stops with Savannahlander branded cup to keep.
Questions travellers ask
- Is train travel included?
- Yes. Return travel on the Savannahlander from Cairns to Forsayth is included, with stops at Almaden and Forsayth.
- What meals are included?
- Three dinners, three breakfasts, four lunches, and two line-side morning tea stops with a Savannahlander branded cup to keep.
- Where do I stay?
- One night each at Railway Hotel in Almaden, Finnigans Rest in Forsayth, and Discovery Parks in Mount Surprise, all with en-suite bathrooms.
- When does it run?
- One departure is listed: July 2026. Contact Savannahlander to confirm other dates and availability.
- Are there optional activities?
- Yes. Chillagoe Caves and Undara Lava Tubes side-tours are available as paid extras, though the package itself skips side tours.
