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13/04/2026

🚆✨ Sri Lanka Discovery by Rail ✨🚆
📅 Departs 5 February 2027 | 🕒 13 Nights
Discover the Pearl of the Indian Ocean on an unforgettable rail and cultural adventure through Sri Lanka 🇱🇰

From ancient cities and lush tea plantations to wildlife safaris and scenic train journeys, this journey captures the very best of old Ceylon. Travel in comfort aboard privately chartered heritage railcars, explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, and enjoy the reassurance of an Australian‑friendly tour manager plus expert local guides – with support vehicles so you travel light and relaxed.

Learn more at https://railoffers.com.au/tour/sri-lanka-discovery-by-rail-5-feb-2027/

🌴 Destinations include:
Colombo • Anuradhapura • Polonnaruwa • Sigiriya • Kandy • Nuwara Eliya • Ella • Yala National Park • Galle • Negombo
🌟 Trip Highlights:
🐆 4WD safari spotting leopards, elephants & crocodiles in Yala
🏛️ Explore Sri Lanka’s famed Cultural Triangle
🚞 Ride the Demodara Loop train over the iconic Nine Arch Bridge
🍛 Taste fragrant curries, fresh seafood & local favourites
🏨 Stay in four atmospheric 19th‑century colonial hotels
🚂 Travel on a privately chartered 1930s heritage rail carriage
✅ Includes:
Accommodation • Guided sightseeing • Selected meals & entertainment • Tour manager

💰 From $8,250 per person (twin share)

This carefully curated rail journey blends history, nature, culture, and unforgettable scenery — a true bucket‑list experience.

📩 Enquire now to secure your place on this unique small‑group journey of Sri Lanka by rail!

27/03/2026

🚆🇻🇳 Vietnam by Private Rail – Saigon to Hanoi 🇻🇳🚆
Discover Vietnam in a truly unique way—by rail! Travel from the vibrant south to the cultural north aboard privately chartered train carriages on this unforgettable journey.

🗓 12 November 2026
🌙 16 Nights
🚆 Reunification Express (Private Rail Carriages)
✅ Definite Departure
💰 From $9,995 pp twin fare

Experience the very best of Vietnam as you journey through a fascinating mix of bustling cities, ancient towns, lush countryside and stunning coastlines. Begin in Saigon before exploring the Mekong Delta and its famous floating markets, then board your private train and travel north via Nha Trang and Quy Nhon.

Wander the historic streets of Hoi An and Hue, visit the Danang Railway Workshops, and discover the incredible caves and jungle scenery of Phong Nha National Park. In Ninh Binh, enjoy a peaceful boat ride through limestone landscapes before arriving in Hanoi to explore the Old Quarter and key landmarks.

Your journey concludes with a breathtaking overnight cruise on Halong Bay.

With an Australian Tour Leader and expert local guides throughout, this rail and cultural adventure offers a relaxed, immersive way to experience Vietnam.

✨ Highlights:
• Overnight Halong Bay cruise
• World Heritage-listed Hoi An & Hue
• Private rail journey on the Reunification Express
• Mekong Delta floating market experience
• Visit Hanoi’s famous Train Street
• Two nights in a beach resort in Quy Nhon

From south to north, Vietnam is a wonderful kaleidoscope of fascinating sights, diverse landscapes and exciting rail adventures. Step aboard privately chartered rail carriages for a memorable 17-day rail tour that explores world heritage listed old towns, ancient citadels, jungle retreats and rural....

19/03/2026

🚂 South Australia & Victoria’s Nostalgic Railways
📅 14 October 2026 | 14 Nights
💰 From $7,990 pp twin share

Step back in time and experience the golden age of rail travel on this unforgettable journey through South Australia and Victoria. From Adelaide to Melbourne and beyond, enjoy iconic train journeys, stunning coastal scenery, and charming country towns.

Travel in comfort aboard The Overland in Red Premium, dine in style on the unique Q Train, and relive history on the legendary Puffing Billy steam railway. Journey along the breathtaking Great Ocean Road, unwind in the seaside charm of Port Fairy, and explore fascinating rail heritage museums.

A highlight of the tour is six incredible days aboard the Vinelander heritage diesel-hauled train to Mildura, combined with a Murray River cruise, silo art trails, wine tastings, and the spectacular Trail of Lights experience.

Tour Highlights:
✨ Six days aboard the Vinelander heritage train to Mildura
✨ Ride the iconic Puffing Billy steam train
✨ Dine on the unique Q Train rail restaurant
✨ Cruise the Murray River & enjoy wine tasting at Trentham Estate
✨ Drive the spectacular Great Ocean Road
✨ First class Red Premium travel on The Overland

Seats will be in high demand for this unique rail journey—secure your place today! 🚆

Experience historic railways, the scenic Great Ocean Road, six days on the Vinelander, a diesel hauled heritage charter train and fascinating country towns on this tour of eastern South Australia and parts of Victoria. Start in Adelaide and take The Overland, travelling in first class Red Premium ca...

06/03/2026

🚂🌷 Rail, Cruise and Coach Exploration of Tasmania for the Wynyard Tulip Festival
📅 5 October 2026
🕒 12 Nights
💰 From $6,840 pp twin fare

Discover the magic of Tasmania on this unforgettable rail and sightseeing journey across the Apple Isle. Beginning in the historic harbour city of Hobart, this fully escorted tour showcases spectacular scenery, heritage railways, wildlife encounters and some of Tasmania’s most iconic destinations. Travel to the wild west coast to experience a spectacular steam train journey on the West Coast Wilderness Railway and cruise the pristine waters of the Gordon River. Ride the charming narrow-gauge Wee Georgie Wood Steam Railway, visit the majestic Cradle Mountain, and admire the dramatic coastal landmark known as The Nut in Stanley.

Celebrate spring at the colourful Wynyard and Table Cape Tulip Festival before continuing to Devonport to ride the historic Don River Railway and enjoy tastings at the renowned House of Anvers Chocolatier. Explore Launceston and the Tamar Valley, cruise the spectacular Cataract Gorge, and travel the scenic east coast to the dazzling beaches of the Bay of Fires and Wineglass Bay in Freycinet National Park. The tour concludes with a visit to the historic Georgian village of Richmond and the famous Salamanca Market back in Hobart.

This relaxing 12-night journey combines heritage railways, scenic cruises, wildlife encounters and Tasmania’s most spectacular landscapes for an unforgettable travel experience.

Tour Highlights:
🌷 Visit the vibrant Wynyard Tulip Festival
🚂 Ride heritage railways including the West Coast Wilderness Railway, Wee Georgie Wood Steam Railway and Don River Railway
🐾 Meet Tasmanian devils and visit the Australian Axeman’s Hall of Fame
🏔 See Cradle Mountain and the dramatic coastal landmark The Nut at Stanley
🚢 Enjoy three scenic cruises – Gordon River, Wineglass Bay and Cataract Gorge
🏛 Explore historic towns including Richmond, St Marys and Queenstown

✨ Flights, accommodation, guided sightseeing, selected meals, entertainment and a tour manager included.

Tasmania is the only place in Australia that doesn't have any public transport passenger trains... however, there's plenty of fascinating heritage trains in the Apple Isle to experience! Our tour starts in Hobart, before travelling to Strahan where you'll take a steam train journey on the West Coast...

27/02/2026

🌼🚂 Western Australia’s Railways & Wildflowers Tour 🚂🌼
📅 12 September 2026 | 14 Nights
💰 From $7,995 per person twin share
Experience the very best of Western Australia on this unforgettable 15-day journey combining heritage railways, spectacular spring wildflowers, and breathtaking coastal landscapes. From steam train rides and iconic rail journeys to pristine beaches, world-class food and wine, and vibrant wildflower displays, this fully escorted tour showcases the highlights of Australia’s largest state.

Travel from Perth through the beautiful southwest, enjoying heritage rail experiences including the Bennett Brook Steam Railway, the Hotham Valley SteamRanger, the Pemberton Tramway, the Ruby Tram in Kalgoorlie, the Prospector Train and the Captain Hussey Train on Rottnest Island. Discover the renowned Margaret River wine region, explore the historic towns of Albany and Esperance, marvel at the limestone spires of the Pinnacles, and see carpets of colourful wildflowers across the region.

🌟 Tour Highlights:
• Ride historic steam and heritage trains across Western Australia
• See stunning spring wildflowers including orchids, banksias and bottlebrush
• Enjoy a food and wine experience in the famous Margaret River region
• Visit Cape Le Grand National Park and spot kangaroos at Lucky Bay
• Experience the Valley of the Giants Tree-Top Walk among towering forests
• Ride the Ruby Tram and view Kalgoorlie’s famous Super Pit Mine
• Discover the Pinnacles Desert and Lesueur National Park wildflowers
• Explore Rottnest Island and travel on the Captain Hussey heritage train
• See incredible marine life at Busselton’s Underwater Observatory

This unique rail and wildflower adventure offers the perfect combination of scenic rail journeys, natural beauty and fascinating heritage, all fully escorted by an expert Travelrite Tour Leader.

Take part in a memorable 15-day tour of Western Australia to experience the best food and wine, historic railways and spring wildflowers the state has to offer. Start by riding the Bennett Brook Steam Railway, the Hotham Valley SteamRanger in Dwellingup and the electric train along Busselton Jetty.....

19/02/2026

🚆 A Taste of Scandinavia by Rail, Ship and Coach
📅 3 July 2026 | 🕓 19 Nights
💰 From $12,990 pp twin fare
Discover the best of Scandinavia by rail and sea, travelling from elegant Stockholm through Swedish Lapland into Norway. Ride heritage railways, visit the famous Icehotel, and enjoy a spectacular Hurtigruten coastal cruise past the stunning Lofoten Islands.

Explore colourful Trondheim, Art Nouveau Ålesund, and beautiful Bergen, cruise the breathtaking Geirangerfjord, and finish in vibrant Oslo.

Tour highlights include:
• Three-day Hurtigruten coastal cruise
• Retro rail journey into the Arctic Circle
• Ride the spectacular Flåm, Rauma and Bergensbanen railways
• Cruise Norway’s breathtaking western fjords
• Visit the famous Ice Hotel and meet the Sámi people
• Explore Stockholm, Bergen, Trondheim and Ålesund

This fully escorted journey combines iconic railways, scenic cruising, rich culture and unforgettable Nordic landscapes.

Uppsala, tour the Swedish rail museum in Gävle, relax in the pretty town of Tällberg on the Swedish Lakes and travel on the Inlandsbanan retro diesel railcar from Mora to Jokkmokk in the Arctic Circle. While in Lapland, you will learn about the Sámi people, visit the year-round Ice Hotel in Jukka...

06/02/2026

Visited Japan in recent times? You've probably heard more than a few Aussie accents then!

The Australian Bureau of Statistics has stated that Japan is Australia's third-favourite holiday spot, with the number of Aussies travelling there in 2025 (939,000) being over three times higher than a decade ago and 14% higher than in 2024.

From the historic sights of Kyoto to the vibrant backstreets of Tokyo, the relatively cheap and somewhat short flights, coupled with an excellent exchange rate, means that The Land of the Rising Sun is the hottest destination for Australians right now.

Our Cherry Blossoms and Rail tour of Japan is in full bloom, is a guaranteed departure and is now at final seats.

🚄 Railways, Cherry Blossoms and Temples of Japan 🚄
🗓 15 Nights | Departs 24 March 2026
🚂 Includes accommodation, sightseeing tours, first class bullet trains and heritage trains, luggage transport, some meals, an expert tour leader, local guides
💰 From $12,990 pp twin fare
🎯 Definite Departure

Tokyo, Hakone, Mt Fuji, Oigawa Steam Train, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Hiroshima, Kanazawa, Takayama, Niigata, Banetsu Steam Train, Aizu-Wakamatsu, Taigu Steam Train, Nikko, Tokyo

Tour highlights include:

✨ Explore Tokyo’s suburbs: full of high-tech gadgetry, funky fashions and temples
✨ Travel on the heritage steam railways of Taigu, Banetsu and Oigawa
✨ Ride a bullet train to see Mt Fuji and cruise on Lake Ashi in Hakone
✨ See Kyoto’s Kinkaku-ji temple and the red Torii gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine
✨ Enjoy a ride on the Tozan Mountain and Sagano Forest Railways
✨ Ride a heritage tram in Hiroshima and reflect on the city’s tragic history

The Sakura, or cherry blossom is Japan’s national flower and the blooming seasonal spectacle in springtime is celebrated with hanami, the traditional custom of enjoying the beauty of flowers. Your rail and cultural tour of Japan will experience the best of the country when the landscape is alive w...

20/01/2026

🚆🇮🇹 Rail & Coach Exploration of Italy
Departing 1 September 2026 | 18 Nights

Discover Italy’s spectacular landscapes and rich heritage through its most iconic rail journeys, seamlessly combined with comfortable coach touring. From Alpine heights to sun-drenched coastlines, this is Italy seen the slow, scenic and unforgettable way.

✨ Tour Highlights
• Ride the legendary Bernina Red Train through the Swiss Alps, with jaw-dropping alpine scenery
• Circle Mount Etna on Sicily’s historic Circumetnea Railway
• Enjoy coastal rail views from Reggio Calabria to Scilla
• Travel the scenic Rome to Villa San Giovanni route via Naples and the Tyrrhenian Sea
• Follow the sparkling Adriatic coast from Bari to Rimini
• Journey through Tuscany from Florence to Milan, passing vineyards and medieval towns

📍 Destinations
Rome • Sicily (Taormina & Syracuse) • Puglia (Bari) • Rimini • Florence • Milan • Lake Como

✔ Flights, rail travel, accommodation, sightseeing & meals included
💺 From $10,770 pp
👉 Book Now – limited availability

Discover Italy’s beauty on iconic rail journeys, including the Bernina Red Train, Circumetnea, and scenic coastal routes from Reggio Calabria, Rome, Bari and Rimini.

16/12/2025

Our South Australia’s Heritage Railways tour for May 2026 is now a guaranteed departure and is selling fast!

🚂 Heritage Railways of South Australia 🚂
🗓 11 Nights | Departs 21 May 2026
🚂 Includes accommodation, sightseeing and entry fees, local and heritage trains, coach transport, Travelrite tour leader, some meals
💰 From $6,650 pp twin share

Join Rail Offers and Travelrite for a nostalgic railway adventure through South Australia’s most scenic landscapes and historic towns. Ride iconic heritage trains including the Afghan Express steam train, Pichi Richi Railway, HighLander steam train, and the Cockle Train along the stunning Encounter Bay coast.

Tour highlights include:

🚂 The Afghan Express steam train from Port Augusta to Quorn
🏞 Spend two days at Wilpena Pound in the Flinders Ranges
🚂 The privately chartered Pichi Richi Railway to enjoy High Tea
🍷 A food and wine tour of the spectacular Barossa Valley
🚂 The HighLander steam train, the Cockle Train and a Clydesdale horse drawn tram
🌷 The German influenced Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills

The tour includes over $2,000 per person value in rail journeys, sightseeing tours and entrances.

Please contact our office to learn more or to book.

https://railoffers.com.au/tour/heritage-railways-of-south-australia-may-2026/

16/12/2025

Our South Australia’s Heritage Railways tour for May 2026 is now a guaranteed departure and is selling fast!

Please contact our office to learn more or to book.

Departs 21 May 2026 – 11 Nights
$6,650 pp twin share
$7,930 pp single fare