The Gympie Rattler Historic Rail Tour

What to Expect

Travel back in time for a full day of inspiring scenery and old-time adventure aboard a lovingly-restored heritage train through the historic and beautiful Mary Valley.

It’s a perfect day out for families, groups of friends, clubs and anyone who wants to experience the richness of the Sunshine Coast’s historic hinterland by classic train.

Love a steam train (and who doesn’t)? Climb aboard the Mary Valley Rattler on Wednesdays, Saturdays or Sundays. For the full rail motor experience, book Thursdays. There’s a whole fleet to explore. And because we do all the planning, booking and driving, all you have to do is turn up and enjoy the experience!

• Three-hour tour on a working historic steam or rail locomotive.
• Get up close and personal with a fully-renovated “Brown Bomber” C17 class 4-8-0, built in the early 1950s by Walkers Ltd at Maryborough (Wednesday, Saturday and Sundays) or the
• Railmotor RM76 Experience locomotive. (Thursday)
• Gorgeous Mary Valley scenery
• Experience rail travel how it used to be.
• Excellent lunch at heritage eateries.

Price Includes

• Tickets for the Mary Valley Rattler steam or railmotor trip Gympie - Amamoor return.
• Delicious 2-course gourmet lunch: vegan and vegetarian options always available
• Air-conditioned return transport to Gympie and all transport between stops
• Comfortable air-conditioned minibus with Bluetooth connectivity for your choice of music
• Qualified, experienced driver
• COVID-safe transport and practices
• Your choice of pick-up and drop-off points.
• Door-to-door pick-up and drop-off