YOUR WORLD BY IN 2020 CONTENTS WELCOME ABOARD! It’s with great excitement I offer our Welcome Aboard!...... 3 program for 2020, featuring a few of The Railway Adventures Story & What They Say...... 4 our favourites and an ever-growing list of new adventures to a variety of Why Travel With Us?...... 5 wonderful destinations far and wide. What Else We Offer & Fitness Ratings...... 6 Tour Leaders...... 7 2019 was a big year for Railway Adventures and the benefits in 2020 and beyond will be yours – a new office, operational structure and Outback Queensland...... 8 accreditation as a full-service Travel The Queensland Coast by Rail, Road, Air and Sea...... 9 Agent, new tour leaders added to Tasmania by Rail, Road and River...... 10 our stable and new partnerships with other great rail providers means Victoria by Rail and Road...... 11 our travellers now have more choice Golden West Rail Tour...... 12 than ever before. We can now look after all your travel needs Mudgee Weekend Escape...... 13 – your one-stop travel shop, from tour bookings to special Western Australia by Rail...... 14 train journeys, flights, cruises, insurance, general advice and The Complete Northern Territory...... 15 itinerary suggestions. I’d like to pay tribute to our friends at the Travel Focus Group who have been managing all this for us South Australia by Rail...... 16 these past years – your support has given us the wings to go Southern Queensland and Northern New South Wales out on our own. by Rail, Road and Special Steam Train...... 17 This year, as well as repeating our favourite tours, we’re ASIA launching a number of new journeys - Corsica and Sardinia, New Zealand, and an epic “off the beaten ” adventure Vietnam by Private Train and Boat...... 18 from the south to the north of Japan, kicking off in Seoul, South Borneo | Sabah, Sarawak and Anzac Day in Sandakan...... 19 Korea, just to highlight a few. And very special for me, is that Japan by Rail | A Cherry Blossom Spectacular...... 20 Bernadette and I will be leading a number of tours together in 2020, sharing both our love of life on the rails together and our Seoul to Sapporo...... 21 passion for both favourite places and exploring new ones with Sri Lanka on the Viceroy Special Private Train...... 22 you, so look out for the adventures we’ll be co-hosting. Himalaya 2021...... 23 I’d like to thank my team, especially Lissa and Lily who are on EUROPE deck the whole time to make sure that you, our valued clients, have everything you need, both on and off the rails. We couldn’t Swiss Alpine Adventure by Rail...... 24 deliver the quality service we’re known for without them. Scandinavia by Rail, Road and Sea...... 25 by Rail...... 26 Finally, thanks to you for embracing the spirit of Railway Icons of England and Wales...... 27 Adventures by picking up this catalogue and exploring the pages with enthusiasm for a glorious mode of travel that will stay with Southern France by Rail...... 28 you for a lifetime. Rail Wonders of Corsica and Sardinia...... 29 Hope to see you with us somewhere, sometime, down the line. REST OF THE WORLD

Mexico by Rail...... 30 Scott McGregor South America by Rail...... 31 Founder & CEO and Treasures of the Western USA...... 32 New Zealand by Rail, Road and Sea...... 33 Luxury Trains...... 34 Sneak Preview of 2021...... 36 Ruwenzori...... 38

“If, when travelling, you like to expect the unexpected, travel with a great bunch of fellow travellers, rest assured that your tour has been professionally organised and experience the surrounding scenery then travel to Victoria with Scott McGregor’s Railway Adventures”

—Walker’s, Sussex Inlet, NSW The Jacobite on the Glenfiddich Viaduct

2 3 WHY TRAVEL WITH US? THE RAILWAY ON THE RAILS WITH US ADVENTURES STORY Variety is the spice of life on the rails and that is what you’ll get in spades with Railway Adventures. Character-filled, zig- zagging railways of Sri Lanka, opulent on wheels in India and South Africa, steam heritage trains in some of the Railway Adventures, founded in 2012 by well-known most staggeringly beautiful parts of the world, dinky little carriages in outback Queensland, bullet trains in Japan— if it Australian TV personality and self-confessed rail fan, travels on a rail track, we’re there! Scott McGregor, has thrilled and delighted almost 1500 travellers on over 120 tours from to Normanton, OFF THE RAILS WITH US Transylvania to Tasmania and the Sri Lankan jungles It’s not just trains, boats and planes; it’s the warm, comfortable beds at night, the culinary delights, the history of a place, to the South Australian Outback. Scott’s belief is that the immersion in a new culture and the people we meet that makes travelling so enjoyable. the most relaxing, romantic and engaging way to see a country is from the window of a train. The Railway Adventures story actually began back Well-crafted itineraries in 1980, when Scott began building his rail-themed Our intriguing and memorable itineraries, balance train travel with other interesting modes personal retreat, Ruwenzori, a set of life-sized train of transport, walking tours with museum and gallery visits, city locations with the bush, carriages sitting on the top of the Great Dividing Range local cuisine with western menus and busy days with leisure time for activities of your near Mudgee. Fully-restored in the style, choice. Our partnerships with other speciality operators offer new destinations, with many this very special getaway is now open on an exclusive, of our tours featuring VIP access to places and events not available to other operators. single-hire basis. Scott’s successful acting and TV presenting career took an ‘on the rails’ turn with his numerous, much loved, rail-themed TV documentaries, and these, together Like-minded travellers with a long-standing involvement in rail heritage and his Over the years we’ve developed a loyal band of Railway Adventurers, some of whom extensive connections with private train owners around have travelled with us more than five times. They say the small groups, our supportive the world, inspired the creation of a specialist travel and experienced tour leaders, the distinct blend of nature, history and culture themes of company, sharing great rail adventures around the our tours, and of course our sometimes-quirky modes of transport attract like-minded world with fellow travellers. travellers and create a relaxed, convivial atmosphere.

Hand-picked hotels We choose our hotels based on location, customer feedback, value, comfort and atmosphere. Wherever possible they are 5-star, or at the very least, the best on offer in a central location. Feedback from our clients consistently tells us that staying in the heart THE RIGHT SIZED GROUP of a city or town is ideal – it makes exploring on your own in your time off so much easier!

We have four types of tours on offer at Railway Adventures: 1 Our regular tours - an average group size of 15 and capped at a maximum size of 20. We find this is large enough for travellers to find like-minded companions within the group but still small enough for us to provide personalised service and manage the travel without too many delays. Unique modes of travel A Railway Adventure isn’t limited to the regular trains – you’ll enjoy private charters of 2 Our partner tours such at PTG and Rail South America who take more passengers but never more than the tour leader can handle. a vintage steam trains and trams, luxury rail-cruising, quirky rail cars, private boats, Please check with us if you’d like to know more on a tour by tour basis. and luxury coaches where we aim to give every traveller 2 seats to themselves. 3 Our special chartered train trips such as our Mudgee Heritage Express, The Viceroy Special in Sri Lanka and Golden West Rail Tour VIP access behind the scenes or a ride up in the locomotive makes for the most where a complete train is chartered and the capacity of that train informs the final numbers. Please confirm details of these if you’re memorable travel experience. interested with our office 4 Our individual private rail tours where your itinerary is designed for you alone. It can involve being a part of another group tour or a bespoke adventure. The ‘inside’ story THE RIGHT TIME OF YEAR We’ve got strong relationships with local operators and English-speaking guides in every destination who don’t just ‘rattle off facts’ – they help us plan our itineraries and, on tour, We are mindful of the increasing popularity of tourism and choosing the right time of year and even the right time of day is essential. freely share their deep knowledge and genuine passion for their country and culture. We are keen to present tours that make the most of the season and situation but are mindful that with careful planning we can have our Additionally, we always do a detailed inspection trip prior to launching a tour. So, you’ll cake and eat it too. For example, Japan in Cherry Blossom season can be overwhelming and expensive but with careful consideration have lots of info about local restaurants, shopping, festivals and experiences! for the date and location we can realise an experience that ticks the boxes without feeling like you are just part of treadmill.

Feeling secure Our tour leaders are some of the most experienced, knowledgeable, well-resourced and highly regarded in the industry. Their job is to help make your holiday the best you’ve had – from sharing travel tips before you leave home to giving you options for your free time on tour and being the social lubricator and ‘go-to’ person along the way. WHAT THEY SAY

“Appreciated attention to detail and capacity to rejig on the run, “Overall a wonderful tour, with great travelling companions who knowledge and responding to feedback. Also generosity of added the enjoyment of the tour. Another awesome Railway spirit is a defining feature of Railway Adventures.” Adventure tour, can’t wait for the next one!” 4 —John and Joyce Turnbull —Anne Moulston www.railwayadventures.com • 1300 800 977 5 WE MAKE IT EASY FOR YOU YOUR TOUR LEADERS

DETAILED BROCHURES BOOKING PROCESS UPDATES & FINAL PAYMENTS Scott McGregor—founder and CEO of Railway Adventures, Ruwenzori Retreat and Off the Rails Productions. Scott lives his passions for travel, trains and history by leading some of our most popular adventures to About 12 months before departure we In order to hold a place on a tour you We will keep you posted about any Japan, Scandinavia, South Africa and for the first time with Railway Adventures, a Trans-Siberian odyssey. post the detailed brochure online and need to complete a booking form, changes to the program as they come hard copies will available at the office online or paper, and submit it together to hand. 2 months prior you will be to send out if requested. Call the office with a deposit. We will confirm your required to make the final payment. to register your interest and when a place and follow up with a welcome 1 month out you will receive detailed travel documents and key information tour is launched we will let you know. pack closer to departure. Bernadette Eichner—A trained actor and psychologist, a successful businesswoman and skilled presenter, about your upcoming adventure. Bernadette’s travel experiences are many and varied, from the wilds of the Kimberley to the port caves of and the treasures of Angkor Wat. Bernadette is a big part of our recce team, and will be heading up a couple of our favourite tours in 2020. • All prices quoted and itineraries are subject to change. Please confirm details with our team at the time of booking. • Detailed brochures for each tour are available at www.railwayadventures.com or by phoning 1300 800 977. • Terms and Conditions and Booking Forms are available at www.railwayadventures.com or by phoning 1300 800 977. Robert Kingsford-Smith—An intrepid traveller to some of the world’s most remote railways. Robert has co-authored several books on rail travel and history and is our resident Outback Queensland and Sri Lanka expert. He will also be expanding his horizons to South America soon.

WHAT ELSE WE CAN DO Chris Harding—Chris’ biannual adventure to is almost always a sell-out! He’s also hosted groups to Tasmania and Outback Queensland. Travel, media work and his role as president of the Australian Railway Historical Society also allow him to express his passion for travel. We’re here to do so much more than put your name to a tour. We’re a full-service agency that can help with all your travel dreams and plans.

FLIGHTS & INSURANCE PRE AND POST TOUR STAYS ADDITIONAL TRAVEL Hayley Anderson—Photo journalist, writer and professional guide Hayley has led more than 100 tours for numerous well-known travel companies. Her affinity and expertise with destinations in Asia means she’s We can book your flights and issue In order to relax and recover after the Perhaps you want to do something the perfect choice to lead our journey to Vietnam. travel insurance and will happily long flight, many travellers choose to else? We’re happy to plan and book provide quotes on request. We often arrive at the destination one or a few any of your travel wishes and can recommend a particular airline for a days before a tour starts or stay on suggest activities and accommodation tour, depending on routes, convenience somewhere after the tour ends. We that match your unique needs and can arrange flights, accommodation and times. Comprehensive insurance is interests. Bob Daniel—With decades at the helm of Guidepost Tours and volunteering with Heritage Express, Bob’s and transfers, often at competitive tour-leading credentials are well established. He’s attracted to the less-travelled destinations such as Java, a ‘must have’ for pre-paid group travel. group rates to meet your needs. where his 2017 tour attracted great feedback and the wilds of Tasmania where he has a special bond.

FITNESS David Gourlay—Born and bred in Scotland, David has lived in Lisbon, Portugal for the last 20 years and has always enjoyed travelling, especially by train. His career in Scotland was in banking, helping him to be the careful tour organiser that he is today. He speaks Portuguese and German and has a special interest in In order to get the most from your travels and keep up with the group, a reasonable level of fitness is required. Each Portugal, France, and Sri Lanka. destination makes specific requirements, so you should check carefully with us if you are in doubt about your ability to fully participate. To help guide you, we have graded our tours with how many locos will be needed to keep pace  Phillip Mackenzie—A lifelong passion for travel and history, especially rail travel, has seen Phil explore a wide variety of destinations. His 2 decades as Qantas senior flight crew opened up many opportunites for overseas exploration. Recent studies in tourism and travel and his South Australia residency have cemented his creditials as the leader of that tour and more.

Grade 1—Reasonable Fitness Grade 2—Good Fitness Grade 3—Excellent Fitness ONE LOCO TWO LOCO’S THREE LOCO’S John Medcalf—A true citizen of the World, John has a wealth of travel experience. He began at an early You will need to be able to walk for The most common grading for our These tours are fast-moving and have age as an international flight attendant with Qantas progressing eventually to cabin crew line manager. a couple of hours at a gentle pace, tours. Two loco itineraries offer many quite full days that often include a After 26 years with Qantas John logged another 25 years as a Tour Manager leading tours in Australia and remain standing in museums and activities that require a little extra lot of walking. There’s also a lot of overseas. His list of countries visited now exceeds 70 and the list continues to grow. galleries, get on and off coaches, fitness – walking on uneven ground, getting luggage on and off trains. trains and boats unassisted. These climbing hills to enter towns or historic You’ll need to have excellent mobility tours often include luggage handling sites, walks of 1-3 kilometres as well and good muscle strength to be able services, short-distance transfers, as getting on and off transport. You privately chartered trains and longer need to have good mobility and aerobic to enjoyably travel and get the best Tony Glynn—Is an experienced Travel Writer and Tour Leader has hosted tours with APT, Captain’s Choice and stays in hotels so you can more easily fitness and be able to manage your out of the experience. more recently with Scott on a Railway Adventure to Victoria. He has had a long career as a travel writer and has choose to take time out. own luggage. visited over 100 countries, Africa and the Silk Route countries being his favourites. When he’ s at home, he’s known as a rugby tragic and did play for the NSW Waratahs in the 70’s when he had a lot more hair.

6 7 OUTBACK QUEENSLAND BY RAIL, ROAD, AIR AND SEA THE QUEENSLAND • BRISBANE • GYMPIE • HERVERY BAY • BUNDABERG • COAST • LONGREACH • WINTON • MT ISA • THE GULF COUNTRY • QUEENSLAND SAVANNAH • CAIRNS AND THE TROPICS • • ROCKHAMPTON • WHITSUNDAYS • TOWNSVILLE • CAIRNS •

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28th April - 12th May 2020 4th - 15th June and 6th - 17th August 2020 23rd June - 7th July 2020 4th - 18th August 2020 TOUR LEADER 18th August - 1st September 2020 Hayley Anderson TOUR LEADERS INCLUSIONS

• 12 nights’ accommodation in comfortable, centrally located hotels • Daily breakfast, 3 lunches and 7 dinners Robert Scott Chris Welcome aboard this character-filled tour, a rare opportunity to explore Far North Queensland and the Queensland The route of the legendary ‘Sunlander’ is now the haunt of some of Australia’s most advanced • Drinks included with welcome and Kingsford-Smith, McGregor or Harding Outback by coach, boat, plane and train. Australia is indeed a lucky country to have such a captivating collection and efficient long distance passenger trains. Soak up the best the Sunshine State has to offer on farewell dinners of great train journeys in one sweeping region. Travel from Brisbane to Longreach on the legendary Spirit of the an exciting and historical tour from Brisbane, through the Wide Bay and Tropical North riding on • Queensland Rail, flight and coach, with INCLUSIONS Outback, cross the wide Savannah on the Gulflander and witness the rugged outback and high tablelands on The the modern ‘Spirit of Queensland’, all the way to Cairns in the far North. Our tour is inspired by luggage transport throughout the tour Savannahlander. Our first tour, at the end of the wet season, sees the landscape lush and green, the rivers full and the the renaissance of heritage in Queensland and the re-launch of the wonderful Mary Valley Rattler, • 14 nights accommodation in comfortable, air dry and warm. In June, while the southern states are still experiencing the chills of mid-winter, the clear, warm days Gympie’s special steam train. In addition to iconic rail trips, you will watch majestic whales in Hervey • Comprehensive sightseeing with your 3- or 4-star hotels or rail sleeper cabins in the Far North will have you reaching for those long-forgotten summer clothes. The springtime presents its own colour Bay, cruise out into the Whitsundays and Magnetic Islands and dine in style at premier eateries en- hosts and local guides (or best available) and character with longer days, subtle bush flowers and spring growth. Along the way, enjoy culinary delights, meet route. At the end of the day your well-appointed rooms and fine restaurants will be your home away • All excursions and entrance fees to • Daily breakfast, 4 lunches and 11 dinners wonderful outback characters and soak up the variety of entertaining experiences on this eclectic outback adventure. from home. Drink a toast to your health and enjoyment of this classic Queensland railway adventure. attractions, as listed in the itinerary • Complimentary drinks with welcome and • Tipping and gratuities farewell dinners HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS FITNESS REQUIREMENTS • Comprehensive sightseeing with expert “The group was fantastic, we had • Overnight journey on the Spirit of the • Take a variety of daylight trains up the Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating local guides and your host numerous good laughs. Everything Outback in first-class sleepers with dinner Queensland coast • Domestic flight from Mt Isa to Normanton went well, smoothly, travelling the in the diner • Enjoy boat journeys around Magnetic • Comfortable coach connections with trains is an unforgettable experience. • Four classic outback heritage train journeys “Board this coastal Railway Island and the Whitsundays and whale numerous local guides I have seen magnificent scenery of • Scenic mail-plane flight over the Gulf Country Adventure and witness Australia’s watching in Hervey Bay • Excursion/entrance fees, except those Far North Queensland, wild animals • Boat trip to a private sand island in the Gulf take on paradise, with character-filled • Steam train extravaganza on the Mary listed as optional in the itinerary and beautiful birds. For me it was just for a sunset soiree train journeys, sparkling waters and Valley Railway great, and I would recommend this • Fascinating Cobbold Gorge and Undara lush rainforests” • Explore historic cities, towns and villages FITNESS REQUIREMENTS trip to anyone.” Lava Tube experiences • Hinkler, Mt Morgan, Military, Rail and Reef • Two days’ gentle travel with many side trips Museum visits Three ‘Loco’ - fitness rating - Martine Carter - - recent Outback Queensland traveller - on the Savannahlander • Comfortable coach connections along the way • Characters, scenery and iconic journeys from • Behind-the-scenes look at the sugar, rum the desert to the tablelands and rainforest and rail industries • Multiple day trips in Cairns

ITINERARY ITINERARY Day 1 - 3: Travel from Brisbane to Longreach on the Spirit Day 1 - 2: Arrive in Brisbane and enjoy a celebratory welcome of the Outback, enjoying stunning views and meals along dinner and drinks the way. The famous museums in this classic outback town are a feast of stories, exhibits and local legends Day 2 - 5: Travel north from Brisbane to Gympie on Queensland Rail’s inter-city express, ride the Mary Valley Rattler, go whale 2 Cairns Mount Day 4 - 6: Continue to Winton, home to a variety of watching in Hervey Bay, visit the Rum Distillery and ride the Surprise Kuranda Dinosaur stories and Outback tales before traveling to Sugar Cane Railway in Bundaberg Port Douglas Mt Isa. Enjoy guided tours of all the best attractions in Karumba Townsville 3 Day 5 - 7: Continue up the coast to the gold-mining and around this historic town 2 Croydon 2 Cairns settlement of Rockhampton, where we’ll explore the Mount 1 Day 7 - 9: Your flight to Normanton reveals a Normanton 2 Atherton Morgan Railway Museum and the Archer Park Rail and Steam Whitsundays 2 birds-eye view of the Gulf Country. Travelling on to Tram Museum Cobbold Forsayth Karumba, explore the land and sea before returning Gorge 1 Mackay Day 7 - 8: Soak up the beauty and tranquillity of Queensland’s to Normanton, the departure point for the legendary 2 Gulflander to Croydon and onto Cobbold Gorge coast in the Whitsundays, where we’ll sail around the Great Mt Isa Barrier Reef, Whitsunday Island, Hamilton, the Hook Islands, 1 1 Rockhampton Day 10 - 12: Enjoy guided tours of the Gorge Whitehaven Beach and Airlie Beach Winton before boarding the Savannahlander to Cairns; 2 Day 8 - 10: Board the Spirit of Queensland train for the trip Bundaberg a two-day odyssey across the wild Savannah 1 1 to Townsville, where we’ll visit the Army Museum and the 1 including time at the astounding Undarra Lava Longreach 1 Aquarium and enjoy a scenic cruise and tour of Magnetic Island Hervey Bay Tubes Maryborough Gympie 1 Day 13 - 15: Explore the lush tropics with day trips Day 10 - 12: Finish off your journey in Cairns, travelling from in and around Cairns, including the luxuries of Port Townsville on the Spirit of Queensland. From Cairns, choose TOUR PRICES Douglas, the Bally Hooley Steam Train to Mossman, to either travel by coach to Port Douglas to visit the markets, Brisbane 1 TOUR PRICE GUIDE Brisbane ride the Bally Hooley Steam Train and explore Mosman Per person twin share...... $6,950 Kuranda Sky rail and the historic volcanic Atherton Per person twin share...... $4,985 - $5,450 8 Tablelands Gorge, or visit Kuranda, Lake Eacham and Lake Barrine on 9 Sole room supplement...... $985 a full day tour Sole room supplement...... $975 - $995 TASMANIA BY RAIL, ROAD AND RIVER BY RAIL AND ROAD VICTORIA • LAUNCESTON • CRADLE MOUNTAIN • STRAHAN • HOBART • • MELBOURNE • BENDIGO • ECHUCA • DAYLESFORD • BALLARAT •

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5th - 16th March AND 8th - 19th October 2020 8th – 13th May and 9th – 14th October 2020 TOUR LEADERS TOUR LEADER

Tony Glynn INCLUSIONS

Chris Bob • 5 nights accommodation in comfortable, Chris Harding or Bob Daniel centrally-located hotels • Many meals as specified in the itinerary INCLUSIONS There’s something magical about Tasmania. Its wild, unspoiled natural beauty, quirky and stimulating art The dawn of the railway age in Victoria was perfectly timed, coming hot on the heels of the greatest • Drinks included with welcome and scene, living history and eclectic collection of railway journeys form the inspiration for this engaging tour. We gold rush in Australia’s history. Our special short adventure celebrates the Golden Age of rail and farewell dinners • 11 nights accommodation in a mix of circumnavigate Australia’s ‘holiday state’ and bring together a wonderful collection of iconic sights, scenery river transport in the colony of Victoria, and culminates in a kind of re-enactment of the famous • Luxury chartered coach connections modern and boutique hotels/motels and fascinating encounters. Imagine yourself riding in the balcony coach of a hard-working steam train up the ‘meeting of the whistles’ at the Port of Echuca. Here steam train and steam boat connected in a throughout • Daily breakfast at hotels, 5 lunches and wild West Coast mountains, soaking up the wonders of modern art at the world-famous MONA gallery, sipping hail of whistles, echoing over the town and river – the sound that once reminded one and all of • Comprehensive sightseeing with your 6 dinners whiskey in a stone-clad distillery, or reveling in the sublime beauty of Cradle Mountain Lake. Along the way, the prosperity and enterprise of their great state. Join us on a journey that showcases not only tour leader as mentioned • Drinks included with welcome and you’ll enjoy the hospitality of warm and welcoming locals, gourmet foods and wines, quality accommodation and unique side trips on rail, road and river. All of this in the company of your experienced and knowledgeable Victoria’s culturally rich cities and towns, but also its unique natural beauty, iconic gold-rush • All excursions and entrance fees to farewell dinners history, sublime local gastronomy and character-filled railways. host, who’ll share with you Tassie’s unique flavours and bring to life the stories of this extraordinary island. attractions, as listed in the itinerary • Chartered private coach, with luggage transport throughout the tour FITNESS REQUIREMENTS HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • Comprehensive sightseeing with expert Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating local guides • Spend a full day at the iconic and colourful “If, when travelling, you like to • Enjoy special trips by steam train on the • All excursions and entrance fees to Sheffield SteamFest (March tour only) expect the unexpected, travel with Victorian Goldfields Railway, Steamrail • Ride the West Coast Wilderness Railway attractions, as listed in the itinerary “If you would like to be thoroughly a great bunch of fellow travellers, and the quaint DERM from Strahan to Queenstown, enjoying a spoilt and explore the history of rest assured that your tour has railway in Daylesford feast, including champagne and local wines, FITNESS REQUIREMENTS Tasmania and its railways, I can been professionally organised and • Ride the iconic PS Emmylou paddle in the train’s charming restaurant balcony car steamer on the Murray River Two ‘Loco’ - fitness rating recommend this tour.” experience the surrounding scenery, • Take a special excursion by ferry to the then travel to Victoria with Scott • Stay in the historic former Railway - Anne Bonstead, QLD - MONA gallery in the Posh Pit McGregor’s Railway Adventures.” Administration Office, now the Quest - travelled on Tasmania 2019 - • Visit multiple distilleries, wineries, museums Grand , in the heart of Melbourne and markets, as well as nature tours and walks - Myra & Brian, NSW - • Enjoy a sumptuous welcome dinner and • Savour a special gala welcome dinner - QLD, travelled on Tasmania 2019 - grand farewell dinner at Craig’s Hotel at the legendary Stillwater restaurant in • Explore Bendigo on a private charter of Launceston the city’s vintage tram and visit a gold- rush era gold mine

ITINERARY ITINERARY Day 1 - 3: In Launceston enjoy a leisurely sunset river cruise to Cataract Day 1 - 2: Arrive in Melbourne and enjoy a three-course Gorge. Our second day we step back in time at the Queen Victoria welcome dinner, then next day its an express train to the Museum and Gallery, the Tramway Museum, the colonial estate of fascinating goldfield meccas of Castlemaine and Maldon. Clarendon, and the next day at the exciting Sheffield Steamfest (March Embark on a captivating private steam-hauled tour on tour only). the Victorian Goldfields Railway along the old branchline.

Day 4 - 6: Enjoy a free day to explore picturesque Day 3 - 4: Join Victoria’s premier heritage rail operator, Cradle Mountain followed by a blast from the Steamrail, on a gentle journey north through the towns Echuca logging past at Wee Georgie Wood. Then enjoy of Elmore and Rochester to Echuca. Board the historic the delights of Strahan, ending up at View 42°, PS Emmylou paddle steamer for a sumptuous, first-class which provides a brilliant view of the town and Cradle Mountain 2 lunch as we cruise along the mighty Murray. Return to Bendigo harbour. 2 Launceston Bendigo for a guided exploration of its Tramways history 3 and a visit to the Central Deborah Gold Mine 61m below Maldon Castlemain Day 7 - 9: Relax on the Lady Jane Franklin II for Queenstown the surface, walking the labyrinth of underground tunnels a five-hour tour of the historic Macquarie Harbour 3 Strahan with your guide. and the Gordon River. Next day we steam along Grampians Daylesford the famous West Coast Wilderness Railway through Day 5 - 6: Arrive in Daylesford for a privately-chartered National Park Ballarat 1 the spectacular King River Gorge, ending up in historic Hobart trip on the historic DERM Railway, then by coach on to Queenstown to explore at your leisure. After a visit to the 4 Ballarat. Here we visit the fabulous gold rush open-air Melbourne Redlands Distillery in the Derwent Valley, we land in Hobart museum of Sovereign Hill, where we can even pan for 1 with lots of free time to explore. gold. We also get to see the brand new sound and light show, where gunfights and protests erupt under the night Day 10 - 12: Enjoy more free time to discover the delights of Hobart sky, and the gold rush is brought to life before our eyes. TOUR PRICE GUIDE but meet up for the Posh Pit experience and visit the acclaimed Museum Our last day is another step back in time at the Tramway TOUR PRICE GUIDE of Old and New Art (MONA). In the afternoon we take a tour of the Museum for a private run of the quaint 4-wheel tram. 10 Per person twin share...... $6,475 - $6,585 Tasmanian Transport Museum in Glenorchy, before returning to Hobart Per person twin share...... $2,850 - $3,250 11 Sole room supplement... $1,750 - $1,950 with ample free time to explore before our departure the next day. Sole room supplement...... $350 - $450 GOLDEN WEST RAIL TOUR TAKE OFF TO MUDGEE FOR A FABULOUS

• HAWKESBURY RIVER • HUNTER VALLEY • WERRIS CREEK • ORANGE • BATHURST • KANDOS • BLUE MOUNTAINS • WEEKEND ESCAPE

DEPARTURE DEPARTURE

1st – 5th April 2020 25th – 27th April 2020 TOUR LEADER TOUR LEADERS

The Vintage Rail Journeys team INCLUSIONS

• Sleep on the train in restored ex- Tony Glynn Lissa Sharp Southern Aurora sleeping carriages • Dinners in the dining cars and relax in the lounge cars The Southern Aurora ran from to Melbourne from the 1960s to the ‘80s and was the MUDGEE HERITAGE EXPRESS • Meals as listed in the itinerary, freshly darling of Australian rail travel. Step back in time with us and travel in style on board a fleet of restored 1960s ex-Southern Aurora sleeping carriages. This exceptional journey through some prepared by on-board chef using local FOR THE WINGS, WHEELS AND WINE AIR SHOW of Australia’s most breathtaking scenery features views of sandstone cliffs by the Hawkesbury ingredients from each region River, the stunning coastline of Newcastle, the farm regions of the Central West and the With a well-known and much-revered train at our disposal, the retro-restored Capertee Valley • Water, soft drinks and juices (local Jurassic rainforest of the Blue Mountains. Stroll around the Hunter Valley wineries, roam the Explorer (also known as The Blue Zephyr), made up of carriages and the Dining and Bar cars wines can be charged to your cabin) spectacular Mayfield Garden, take in the industrial age story in Kandos, all the while sampling from the iconic Southern Aurora, we’ll wander over the Blue Mountains, skirting the magnificent • Sightseeing in private chartered the finest local produce that the region has to offer. Capertee Valley to the rural idyll of Rylstone with a couple of stops and a sit-down lunch on board. coaches Upon arrival in the charming village of Rylstone, you’ll be transferred in comfortable coaches to • 30kg of in-cabin luggage the historic food and wine lovers’ paradise of Mudgee, where the fun begins. A warm and hearty welcome dinner then a full day at one of Australia’s great heritage air-shows. ‘Wings Wheels and FITNESS REQUIREMENTS Wine’ is a signature bi-annual event held at the Mudgee Airport that combines collections of One ‘Loco’ - fitness rating HIGHLIGHTS historic vehicles, displays, stalls and a cacophony of vintage aircraft. We cap off the day with a sunset cocktail reception at Scott’s private Rail-themed retreat, Ruwenzori. • Stunning views of the Hawkesbury River • The world-class wineries of the Hunter Valley HIGHLIGHTS “Come aboard this quintessential • Explore the culinary delights of Food week at Aussie rail adventure to the Orange • Exclusive private charter of the iconic Capertee Valley Explorer cruise train heart of the Golden West of NSW • Wander at your leisure through the spectacular • Train Travel over the Blue Mountains and scenic Mudgee line to Rylstone in restored ex-Southern Aurora surrounds of the Mayfield Garden • A rare rail trip down the spectacular Capertee Valley TOUR PRICES carriages.” • Ride the Gwabegar line and up the Capertree • Morning tea and lunch in the heritage Dining Car from the Southern Aurora Vallley to Kandos • Two nights in the charming heritage town of Mudgee Per person twin share...... From $1,685 • Visit the Australian Rail Monument and • Special entertainment and dinner in Mudgee’s premier winery venue Sole room supplement...... From $295 Railway Journeys Museum at Werris Creek • Full day at Mudgee’s popular Wings Wheels and Wine Airshow • Visit the icons of the Blue Mountains and Hunter Valley DEPARTURE ITINERARY 3rd – 5th May 2020 MUDGEE WEEKEND WINE ESCAPE Binnaway Jn Werris Creek Day 1 - 2: Our first stop is the PRIVATELY CHARTERED TRAINS TO MUDGEE A ROUND TRIP VIA THE spectacular Hawkesbury River and a TOUR LEADERS riverboat lunch, then we skirt around Dubbo BLUE MOUNTAINS AND THE HUNTER VALLEY Muswelbrook Newcastle en route to Maitand in the glorious Hunter Valley. Our Aurora Maitland Kandos In the vein of the adventure mentioned above except with a distinctly wine and fine food flavoured Explorer shuttle bus takes us to the Neath theme, here is a special weekend escape to experience the sites of the charming Central West Hunter Valley Gardens, and several Orange Newcastle town of Mudgee. To be wined and dined in true Mudgee-style in a single weekend escape is cellar door tastings. Then it’s on to Wallerawang Werris Creek to visit the Australian Rail Bathurst a treat to remember! The round trip will offer a rare opportunity to travel on both the Mudgee Scott McGregor Bernadette Eichner railway branch line and the freight only Sandy Hollow line through the Bylong Valley to Gulgong Monument and the Railway Journeys Katoomba Museum. Sydney and onto Mudgee.

Day 3 - 4: Prepare your taste buds for the delights of the Orange Food HIGHLIGHTS Week. You can also visit the beautiful 145-year-old Cook Park, which • Exclusive private charter of both the iconic Capertee Valley Explorer cruise train and the embodies the seasonal colours of Gulgong Rambler heritage, retro Rail-cars this charming country town. Then it’s on to Bathurst and the amazing Mayfield Gardens, one of the world’s • Train Travel over the Blue Mountains a nd scenic Mudgee line to Rylstone largest privately-owned cool climate gardens. Before leaving you can visit the National racing Museum at • A rare rail trip on the freight-only lines down the spectacular Bylong and Hunter Valleys Mt Panorama, or the ancient wonders at the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum. We then have the rare • Morning tea and lunch in the heritage Dining Car from the Southern Aurora opportunity to ride the Mudgee branch line up the Capertree Vallley to Kandos. • A special Hunter Valley pub lunch with drinks Day 5: Today we cross the Great Dividing Range and the Darling Causeway to board a coach exploring the • Two nights in the charming heritage town of Mudgee TOUR PRICES vibrant Blue Mountains Villages at your leisure. Walk out to the edge at Echo Point and see the majestic Three TOUR PRICES • Special entertainment and dinner in Mudgee’s premier winery venue Sisters to cap off this perfect getaway. • Full day excursion and wine tasting around the delights of the Mudgee Region 12 Per person twin share...... $3,495 Per person twin share...... From $1,685 • Exclusive sunset cocktail reception at the outlandish Ruwenzori, Scott McGregor’s private retreat 13 Sole room supplement...... $3,495 *This tour is run in association with Vintage Rail Journeys, ACT Sole room supplement...... From $295 AN NT ADVENTURE STARRING WESTERN AUSTRALIA BY RAIL THE LEGENDARY GHAN TERRITORY COMPLETE

• • KATANNING • ALBANY • PEMBERTON • BUSSELTON • • • MARLA • ALICE SPRINGS • ULURU • KATHERINE • DARWIN • KAKADU •

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5th – 15th September 2020 March to October 2020 TOUR LEADER Your tour will be led by the travel team from and their local Guides Hayley Anderson INCLUSIONS INCLUSIONS • 2 days/1 night aboard The Ghan, • 10 nights accommodation in Adelaide to Alice Springs, including comfortable, centrally-located hotels all meals, beverages and off -train • Daily breakfast, 3 lunches and 7 dinners experience in Marla • Drinks included with welcome and Australia’s wild west took an upward and progressive turn when the completion of the great It doesn’t come any better than travelling on The Ghan, exploring Uluru and Kata Tjuta, cruising • 4 nights accommodation in Alice farewell dinners Transcontinental Railway in 1917 connected the Commonwealth’s largest state with the rest of the Katherine Gorge and touring Kakadu, all in one sensational journey through the nation’s heartland. Springs including breakfast daily • Comfortable coach charter throughout nation. No longer did travellers have to undertake an arduous sea voyage – this new, comfortable The iconic Ghan, one of Australia’s most famous train journeys has a rich and colourful history. A • 4 days/3 nights Kata Tjuta, Uluru and very direct route became the foundation for a vibrant tourism industry that has gone from • All excursions and entrance fees to grand vision to link the country from South to North by rail began in the 1870s, not long after John and Kings Canyon including strength to strength. Wide open landscapes of rich grazing and wheat country, towering forests of McDowell Sturt completed his epic trek along the route. Finally completed in 2004, the world’s attractions, as listed in the itinerary accommodation and guided touring Karri and Jarrah, frontier gold-mining towns carving some of the world’s richest lodes, magnificent newest trans-continental line has been taking freight and pax to our southern and northern • 2 days/1 night aboard The Ghan, Alice FITNESS REQUIREMENTS islands, coast lines and beaches, rich vineyards and glittering, booming cities draw the curious regions. Our tour will take you to some of the most iconic places in our country, including the traveller in droves. On this railway adventure, we’ll tick all these boxes and more as we explore magnificent Uluru, one of the wonders of the natural world, and awe-inspiring Kakadu. If you Springs to Darwin, including all meals, Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating these highlights by a variety of train and coach routes, enjoying great hotels and fine food and wine have always wanted to immerse yourself in the heart of the Australian outback and its iconic beverages and off-train excursion in along the way, all in the company of your experienced tour leader and other like-minded travellers. landmarks, then this is the trip for you. Katherine • 3 nights accommodation in Darwin including breakfast daily HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • 2 days/1 night Kakadu and • Take a trip to picturesque Rottnest Island and ride • Witness the spectacular Uluru at sunrise and East Alligator River including “Western Australia is one of a the quaint Oliver Hill narrow-gauge railway sunset accommodation and guided touring kind, with world-class wineries, • Ride the Prospector Train in the outback from • Visit the mystical domes of Kata Tjuta • 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 3 dinners ancient forests, glorious Perth to Northam “Join us aboard the glorious • Stand before the soaring sandstone walls of coastlines, character-filled • Explore Albany in-depth, Western Australia’s Ghan and let us give you the Kings Canyon FITNESS REQUIREMENTS railways and vibrant cities and oldest colonial settlement full experience of the iconic • View informative displays at the Warradjan Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating towns. Explore Australia’s • Enjoy a chartered trip on the fascinating landmarks of this great country” Cultural Centre largest state on this round trip Pemberton tramway • 4 days travel aboard the legendary Ghan with by rail and road.” • Explore the intriguing Mammoth Caves and gold and platinum service options surrounding bushlands • See the ancient rock art galleries at Nourlangie • Enjoy scenic drives through multiple national • Enjoy the wonders of Kakadu, Katherine and parks, including the Stirling Ranges Arnheim Land

ITINERARY ITINERARY Northam Day 1- 3: Arrive in Perth and enjoy a day trip from Rottnest Perth Day 1 - 2: Get ready for two days aboard the Ghan traveling from Adelaide to Alice Springs. After Fremantle to Rottnest Island, where we’ll have a Island 3 boarding in Adelaide you will wake to an unforgettable sunrise at Marla before we continue on our delicious local lunch and ride the quaint Oliver Hill way to Alice Springs. Freemantle Railway. Day 3 - 6: After a day at leisure to explore Alice Springs, our Uluru experience begins. Along the Mandurah Day 3 - 4: Travel on the Prospector from Perth to Dwellingup way we visit a camel farm and see majestic Mount Conner. We first see Uluru at a sunset viewing Northam, where we’ll disembark and continue by then it’s off to the mystical domes of Kata Tjuta. Later we walk around the base of Uluru before coach to the town of Katanning. From here we’ll explore learning all about this indigenous treasure at the cultural center. the vast and stunning Stirling Ranges National Park and Day 7 - 9: Join a guided climb of King’s Canyon for Porongurup National Park before arriving in Albany. spectacular views of Watarrka National Park. Then Darwin its off to Kings Creek station before continuing to Kakadu National Park Day 4 - 6: In Albany, Western Australia’s oldest 1 Busselton Katanning 1 Alice Springs, where you can explore at leisure. Katherine 1 colonial settlement, visit the informative Whaling Day 10 - 11: Iconic outback landscapes roll past station as well as multiple historic sites, including Margaret Stirling Ranges 2 River Pemberton your windows as we head towards an awesome the Patrick Taylor Cottage and the Brig Amity, 1 National Park an 1826 convict ship that tells the tale of this off-train excursion at Katherine. Valley of the Giants 2 Alice Springs first European settlement. Continue from Albany to Porongurup Day 12 - 14: At Kakadu National Park we visit the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Treetop Walk 2 Pemberton via the Valley of the Giants Treetop Walk, and enjoy National Park fascinating Warradjan Cutural Centre, cruise Yellow King’s Canyon the Pemberton Tramways Warren River Bridge journey. Water Billabong and see the awe-inspiring ancient Marla 2 Albany rock art at Nourangie. To cap off this amazing 2 Day 6 - 9: Our coach takes us onward to Augusta, then on to Busselton journey, we join the Guluyambi Cruise and go via the spectacular Boranup Karri Forest. Enjoy free time to explore and relax in Busselton, ashore at Arnhem Land. Adelaide and savour a delicious local dinner and tasting in the nearby Margaret River Region. TOUR PRICE GUIDE TOUR PRICES Day 9 - 11: Farewell Busselton and travel to Dwellingup for a ride on the Hotham Valley Railways *the tour is offered in collaboration with Journey Per person twin share...... $5,500 - $5,950 Steam Ranger train. Following this we’ll return to Perth by local train and enjoy a free day to Beyond Rail Per person twin share...... From $6,339 14 explore this vibrant city, with a special farewell dinner topping off this round trip adventure. 15 Sole room supplement...... $850 - $950 Early bird until 30/9/2019....From $5,439 BY RAIL, ROAD AND SOUTHERN QUEENSLAND – SOUTH AUSTRALIA BY RAIL SPECIAL STEAM TRAIN NORTHERN NEW SOUTH WALES

• ADELAIDE • PETERBOROUGH • WILPENA POUND/ • • • BRISBANE • TOOWOOMBA • WARWICK • WALLANGARRA • TENTERFIELD • ARMIDALE • QUIRINDI •

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11th – 18th May 2020 May 2020 TOUR LEADER TOUR LEADER

Phillip MacKenzie Hayley Anderson INCLUSIONS INCLUSIONS

• 8 nights’ accommodation in comfortable, • 7 nights in comfortable, centrally-located centrally-located hotels accommodation • 3 Unique heritage train journeys • Daily breakfast, 4 lunches and 6 dinners • Breakfast daily, 4 lunches and 6 dinners From stunning mountain ranges and crystal coasts, to enchanting wineries and an eclectic The first railway to travel between Sydney and Brisbane via the scenic New England route has been • Drinks included with welcome and • Drinks included with welcome and collection of quaint country towns, South Australia offers some of the most varied experiences in closed for decades. However, part of this iconic line is still maintained and occasionally a special rail farewell dinners the country. Take the broken, rugged and rust-coloured landscape of the Flinders Ranges and the farewell dinners tour brings it to life. This short but sweet adventure centers on an excursion along this historic railway, • Comfortable chartered coach for rolling green hills and pristine coastline of the Fleurieu Peninsula and you have the bookends of taking you across Southern Queensland’s Granite Belt from Brisbane to Toowoomba, before continuing • Chartered coach, with luggage transport transfers and excursions this special adventure. Our journey takes in sound and light shows, industrial and rural heritage, to Warwick for a special steam train journey up the range to Wallangarra. The trip incorporates tours in throughout the tour fine dining and wine-tasting. But then, the centrepieces of your tour – very special journeys on the cities and towns along the way and features award-winning museums, grand old country mansions, • Comprehensive sightseeing with expert • Comprehensive sightseeing with your Pichi Richi ‘Afghan Explorer’ steaming on the most iconic section of the original Trans-Australian wineries and woolsheds and some of Australia’s most fascinating railway museums. Delicious meals, local guides Railway and, the next day, the ‘Southern Encounter’ Express steam train to the stunning southern hosts and local guides comfortable accommodation, a cast of interesting characters and plenty of intriguing stories complete • All excursions and entrance fees to coast. This tour to the Festival State offers a host of interesting experiences including a compact this compact adventure along the route of an icon of Australia’s rail history. • All excursions and entrance fees to collection of some of the most appealing and authentic heritage rail journeys in Australia. attractions, as listed in the itinerary attractions, as listed in the itinerary • Tipping and gratuities • Tipping and gratuities HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS FITNESS REQUIREMENTS

FITNESS REQUIREMENTS • Enjoy a classic heritage rail journey on the • Embark on special steam train journeys in Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating “Excitement, fun, learning and famous Pichi Richi Railway "A great tour for rail enthusiasts and Swanbank and Warwick companionship! Well done Scott • Explore the Flinders Ranges, the Fleurieu non-rail enthusiasts. This tour not • Visit the Workshops Rail Museum, and Railway Adventures. It’s been Peninsula, Port Augusta, Adelaide and only provides knowledge of railway Cobb+Co Museum and Sir Henry Parkes an absolute pleasure and as General beyond heritage, but scenic aspects of towns School of Arts McArthur said at Terowie (SA), ‘I • Ride the Southern Encounter steam train and the countryside. Thanks, it was • View heritage railway preservation down the hinterland of the Fleurieu Peninsula collections at Toowoomba, Warwick, shall return’. Thanks so much.” splendid!” and along the stunning coastline route of the Wallangarra, Guyra, Tenterfield and - Graeme Robertson, VIC - Cockle Train - Freda and Hans-Peter - Armidale - Travelled to South Australia in 2019 - • Take off on a tour of the exceptional Wilpena - Robina, Qld - • Enjoy special viewings of historic Pound in the Flinders Ranges homesteads in Armidale and Tenterfield • Explore multiple museums, homesteads, • Ride in a private vintage carriage on the wineries and quaint country gardens train trip from Warwick to Wallangarra

ITINERARY ITINERARY Day 1 - 3: After arrival in Adelaide Day 1 - 3: Kick off at the Queensland Pioneer Steam travel to Peterborough via the Railway for a quick tour by steam train, and afterwards magnificent Martindale Hall, we visit the award-winning Workshops Rail Museum which appeared in Picnic at in Ipswich. Then it's off to Toowoomba, to immerse Toowoomba 1 Hanging Rock. Then onto the ourselves in our iconic past at the extensive Cobb+Co 1 Brisbane quaint Burra Railway Station, and museum. Warwick 1 Burra Copper Mine and also the Day 4 - 6: Board your special steam-hauled train for a Wallangarra Steamtown Heritage Rail Museum Flinders Ranges 1 Tenterfield to see a wide range of historic leisurely run up the Great Dividing Range to Wallangarra, 1 then cross the border to Tenterfield to view the extensive rolling stock. Then we arrive at Armidale the jewels in the state’s crown, heritage collection at the Sir Henry Parkes School of Arts. 2 Quorn 3 Travel south through rolling countryside to Ben Lomond Wilpena Pound and the Flinders Ranges. Peterborough Quirindi 1 Station perched on the top of the Great Dividing Range, 1 Day 4 - 6: Embark on an excursion of the Flinders Rangers, and at Armidale we explore the grand old estates of soaking up its astounding landscapes and natural wonders. Booloominbah and Saumarez. Uralla features one of At Whyalla we’ll enjoy a guided tour of the Steelworks and see 3 Adelaide Australia’s most historic iron foundries, a grand colonial the fascinating Whyalla Maritime Museum. Later we make our woolshed and a sheep station. Sydney way back via Port Augusta to explore some of its delights and from Quorn station we ride on the heritage gem, the “Pichi Richi Victor Day 7 - 8: At the junction station at Werris Creek we Afghan Explorer.” Harbor explore the museum and displays and view the extensive National Railway Monument. There is a wonderful Day 7 - 9: Experience the historic town of Port Pirie and its fascinating collection at the Quirindi Rural Heritage Village and we museums on the way back to Adelaide and board the crack express train also get to ride their miniature railway. In the afternoon TOUR PRICE GUIDE the, ‘Southern Encounter’, for an atmospheric trip over the hills and through we take a trip out to the quaint town of Nundle and visit TOUR PRICES the rich hinterland to the coastal port of Victor Harbour, home to the oldest one of the last spinning mills still operating in Australia. 16 Per person twin share...... $4,250 - $4,650 operating railway in Australia. Per person twin share...... $3,895 17 Sole room supplement...... $695 - $745 Sole room supplement...... $675 VIETNAM BY PRIVATE TRAIN AND BOAT BY ROAD, RAIL, RIVER AND AIR BORNEO • HO CHI MINH CITY • NHA TRANG • HOI AN • HUE • HANOI • SAPA HA • HA LONG BAY • • • SANDAKAN • SEPILOK • KINABATANGAN • KINABALU PARK • SABAH, SARAWAK AND ANZAC DAY IN SANDAKAN • KOTA KINABALU • LABUAN FEDERAL TERRITORY • KUCHING •

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16th March – 2nd April 2020 22nd April - 4th May 2020 TOUR LEADER TOUR LEADER

Hayley Anderson Bernadette Eichner INCLUSIONS INCLUSIONS

• 14 nights accommodation in centrally • 12 nights’ accommodation in the highest located, 4 - 5 star hotels quality hotels available, mostly 5-star • 2 nights on a luxury Halong Bay cruise • Daily breakfast, 8 lunches and 7 dinners and 1 night on a private sleeper train Take advantage of this rare opportunity to explore Vietnam by private train on the legendary On this very special Asian adventure we explore the extraordinary beauty and tragic history of • Drinks included with welcome and • Daily breakfast, 13 lunches and 10 dinners Reunification Express—one of the world’s great train journeys. Welcomed onto your private rail North Borneo. Together we’ll ride the rails and rivers in one of the world’s most exotic locations, farewell dinners carriages in Ho Chi Minh City, you will travel in several spectacular stages, enjoying Vietnam’s experience its abundant natural wonders, explore fascinating cities and towns, and be privileged • Drinks included with welcome and • Luxury chartered coach with luggage most iconic destinations on a 3,000km odyssey north to Hanoi and on to Sapa and the astounding guests at the profoundly moving Anzac Day dawn service in Sandakan. Here, on the site of one transport throughout the tour farewell dinners Halong Bay. Our exclusive private train, running mostly in the day to maximise the views, consists of WWII’s most notorious prison camps, we’ll remember the Australian and British soldiers who • Luxury chartered coach, with luggage of a dining car and a (used as a daytime place to rest and recline) attached to the tragically perished in the Death Marches of 1945. After drinking in the wonders of Sabah, we cap • Tour Leader and English-speaking guide transport throughout the tour back of selected express trains. When our train arrives at a destination we transfer to our hotels off our adventure with a trip to Sarawak and the captivating, historic city of Kuching. Join us on for entire tour • Four separate journeys by private train for the overnight stays and our train is parked, awaiting the next part of our trip north while we this special, sometimes poignant, journey through vast, unspoiled natural beauty, vibrant modern • All Airport transfers on Vietnam Railways explore and immerse ourselves in the wonders of this fascinating land. cities, friendly people, and a wealth of rich stories interlaced with remembrance and reflection. • 4 Boat trips, 3 flights and 2 classic • Comprehensive sightseeing with expert train trips local guides HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • All excursions and entrance fees to • Internal flight from Hue to Hanoi attractions, as listed in the itinerary • Exclusive travel aboard Railway “It’s been a fantastic trip because • Anzac Day dawn service in Sandakan • All excursions and entrance fees to • All internal flights “Scott and Bernie’s tours have Adventures’ private carriages attached to there’s been so much variety, but • Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in Sepilok • Tipping and gratuities attractions, as listed in the itinerary become my preferred way to visit the Reunification and Sapa Express Trains also some very meaningful stuff for a • Mount Kinabalu Park National Park • Airport transfers on arrival and places as I know I will be constantly • Boat cruises on the Mekong and Perfume Rivers lot of us, particularly the WWII and • North Borneo Railway by steam train FITNESS REQUIREMENTS departure surprised by the unexpected and • Two-night cruise aboard a luxury junk on POW content. It’s been great fun - • Sabah jungle railway by private satisfied with every aspect of the trip. Ha Long Bay everyone seems to have a great sense chartered railcar Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating FITNESS REQUIREMENTS It’s truly travelling with family and • Luxury coach connections with luggage of humour and we all got along really • Kinabatangan Resort and River Safari One ‘Loco’ - fitness rating friends wherever we go.” transport throughout well. You couldn’t ask much more • Commonwealth War Graves on Labuan - Sally, Mt Victoria - • Comprehensive sightseeing including six from a holiday.” • Historic city of Kuching, Sarawak - travelled on Vietnam 2019 - World Heritage sites - Robin Watts, WA - - Travelled to Borneo in 2019 -

ITINERARY ITINERARY Day 1 - 4: Introduction to Vietnam with guided excursions Day 1 - 2: The gateway to our Malaysian adventure is the bustling Kuala Sapa 2 in Ho-Chi-Minh City, Mekong Delta and surrounds with capital of Kuala Lumpur. Guided tours, local cuisine and stunning Lumpur 1 lunches, dinners and ample time at leisure architecture before flying to Sabah 2 3 Hanoi 2 Day 4 - 8: Travel to Na Trang on your private chartered train Day 3 - 5: The East Coast of Sabah is home to old Sandakan and the special and continue to Hoi An, with guided tours and sightseeing ANZAC dawn service to commemorate the thousands of diggers who never Ha Long at both destinations returned. An intriguing city of historic buildings, temples, floating villages and Bay the centre for Orangutan rehabilitation and our launch point for our Kota Kinabalu Day 8 - 10: Explore the old imperial capital of Hue with Citadel, adventure up the Kinabatangan River to a unique wetlands resort Sandakan 1 river and pagoda tours 3 to further explore the natural wonders of Sabah 2 Labuan 1 Day 10 - 13: Fly north and spend time in Vietnam’s historic and Day 6 - 8: From coastal wetlands to the high mountains of 1 Kinabatangan dynamic capital, Hanoi Hue 2 Kinabalu National Park, the geographic heart of Sabah. Beaufort Danang Then it’s down to the west coast to the vibrant city of Kinabalu Day 13 - 16: Morning train journey through stunning landscapes to 3 Kota Kinabalu, capital of the state and our base for the National Park the old French Hill Station town of Sapa and explore its mountainous Hoi An next few nights. surrounds and Hill tribe culture Day 8 - 11: A short flight to the Island of Labuan, Day 16 - 18: Travel East to stunning Ha Long Bay and board our home to a rich history, both social and military, luxury junk, for island explorations, kayaking, relaxing and plenty of including the vast Commonwealth War Graves. delicious meals all with a backdrop of the most Nha Trang The next day the ferry to Beaufort links us with 2 spectacular scenery. 1 our privately chartered rail-car for a run on the Kuching in Sarawak character-filled jungle railway, before returning to TOUR PRICES 3 Ho Chi Minh City KK for more adventures. TOUR PRICES Per person twin share...... $7,865 Day 11 - 13: Saving the best for last, our flight to Kuching commences our exploration of Per person twin share...... $6,985 18 Sarawak, staying in a grand riverside hotel in this wonderfully colourful, colonial-era city. 19 Sole room supplement...... $2,295 Sole room supplement...... $1,545 A CHERRY BLOSSOM SOUTH TO NORTH OFF JAPAN BY RAIL SPECTACULAR THE BEATEN TRACK SEOUL TO SAPPORO

• TOKYO • HIROSHIMA • KYOTO • HAKONE • NIIGATA • SENDAI • AOMORI • • SEOUL • BUSAN • KAMAMOTO • KAGOSHIMA • TSUWANO • HIROSHIMA • IWAKUNI • • HIMEJI • NARA • NAGOYA • KANAZAWA • GOKOYAMA • NIKKO • SAPPORO •

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9th – 24th April 2020 29th October - 17th November 2020 TOUR LEADER TOUR LEADER

John Medcalf INCLUSIONS

• 15 nights’ accommodation in quality, Scott McGregor Bernadette Eichner centrally-located hotels, most 5-star or the best on offer, including a traditional INCLUSIONS Ryokan hotel and Onsen Travelling by train in the rail obsessed country of Japan is definitely the best way to explore this Japan is such a fascinating, ancient culture but it has also been leading the way in modern • 20 nights’ accommodation in the highest • Most meals; daily breakfasts, 5 lunches fascinating country, and in Springtime, when the landscape is alive with blossoms, it’s an absolute joy. technology in the decades since the destruction of the country in World War Two, especially Beginning in the modern, neon-lit capital of Tokyo, the famous bullet train takes us south to Hiroshima in the area of . You get to experience so much of both the ancient and modern on quality hotels available, mostly 5-star and 9 dinners and Kyoto – richly endowed with exquisite gardens, extraordinary temples and enthralling cultural this exciting railway adventure, a journey off the beaten track, taking you to some of the more • Daily breakfast, 8 lunches and 7 dinners • Drinks with welcome and farewell treasures. The mountains around Mt Fuji are captivating as are the island-hopping boat journeys and remote and less visited parts of the country. The Korean per-tour will set the scene and then, • Drinks included with welcome and dinners special steam train trips through verdant mountains, valleys and forests. This immersive journey is from the southern Island of Kyushu, at the volcanic city of Kagoshima, to the heights of Northern farewell dinners • Luxury chartered coaches, with luggage designed to showcase the huge variety Japan has to offer. It also combines legendary food, fine hotels, Hokkaido, through the entire length of the land, you will be shown a side of Japan not many get • Luxury chartered coach with luggage transport on all major legs stunning scenery and unusual events all with a backdrop of springtime beauty. This is a rare chance to to see. Visiting a vast collection of cultural hubs like Tsuwano and the famous castle at Himeji, transport throughout the tour • Sightseeing with expert local guides experience the very best of Japan as we coast around the country in all trains great and small. traditional gardens at Kanazawa and Nara, enjoying things like the Sumo, Swordsmiths, Sake • Tour Leader and English-speaking guide providing commentary and assistance brewing and the Samurai story, you’ll be intrigued by the variety in this captivating land. for entire tour • 14-day JR Rail Pass in Green Class (first HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • All Airport transfers class), where available • Extensive rail travel using your JR Green Class • Explore Japan’s bay of Naples, with its • 4 Boat trips, 3 flights and 2 classic • All excursions and entrance fees to “Yumi, our guide was excellent, “This was our 3rd tour with (first class) Rail Pass, including numerous journeys steaming volcano at Kagoshima train trips attractions as listed in the itinerary Scott. We saw Cherry Blossoms Scott McGregor was great, a font of on the iconic bullet trains • Stam train to Yamaguchi and the famous • All excursions and entrance fees to • Services of your expert Australia tour from south to north and learnt • Travel by steam train on the famous heritage knowledge and a great personality. 17th Century Kintaikyo Bridge attractions, as listed in the itinerary leader a lot about Japanese culture. railways of Yamaguchi, Oigawa, and the Paleo We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. • Visit the moving memorials in the historic Too many highlights to list. Express lines The variety of transport enhanced city of Hiroshima • All internal flights FITNESS REQUIREMENTS Thoroughly recommended.” • Ride the Sagano Forest Railway, Tozan Mountain the trip, it was wonderful to learn so • Climb some of Japan's top castles • Tipping and gratuities Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating Railway, the coastal ‘Resort’ train and a vintage much about Japan.” Jenny Lister, including the grand, Himeji - Elaine and Wayne Perry, NSW - FITNESS REQUIREMENTS travelled on tram charter in Hiroshima Eastwood NSW.” • See the gorgeous Kenrokuen Garden and Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating Japan Spring tour 2019 • Cruise around the Matsushima Islands and - Travelled with Scott in 2019 - Samurai house at Kanazawa Hiroshima Bay to Miyajima • Ride the latest Bullet Trains and see the • Marvel at the latest ultra-high-speed rail super-fast Mag-Lev train technology at the Mag Lev test track

ITINERARY ITINERARY Day 1 - 4: Immerse yourself in the delights of Tokyo – Shinto and Buddhist Day 1 - 4: At Kamamoto enjoy a locomotive ride along the beautiful Kuma River, then temples, the stylish Harajuku precinct, the former ancient village of Edo, and travel the high-speed line from Kagoshima to visit the famous Kintaikyo Bridge. At Japan’s rail history at the museum in Saitama. Then it’s on to Hiroshima to Tsuwano we explore its famous old castle town then it's a steam train journey to the explore the tragic and triumphant history of this fated city. historic city of Hiroshima. Sapporo Day 5 - 8: At Iwakuni we experience the unique five-span Kintaikyo Bridge, Day 5 - 8: At Hirosohima you can explore the Peace Park, a memorial to the victims of the atom bomb. Next call is Himeji, home to one of Japan's finest castles, and at then the living history of Tsuwano. At Miyajima we see the ‘shrine in the sea’ Hakodate and then explore the impressive Himeji Castle. Kyoto then reveals more 1 Aomori Nara we visit a sake brewery and a traditional Japanese sword-maker. fascinating aspects of Japanese life, such as the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Day 9 - 12: See the fascinating historical open-air Meiji Mura museum at Nagoya, then, afterwards at Kanazawa, visit the traditional Samurai quarters. At Gokayama Day 9 - 12: On the Oikawa steam train we slide past vast green tea Tsuruoka fields, see volcanic geysers and glorious mountain railways. Take a 1 we see some traditional Gassho-thatched houses before boarding the Bullet Train Niigata to Tokyo. relaxing vintage train ride followed by the bullet-train to Niigata. Lastly, 2 we visit Samurai cities in Honshu, medieval trading posts and other 1 Sendai Day 13 - 17: Nikko features the exquisite cultural riches of Northern Japan. Seoul Toshogu Shrine and the Tamozawa Nikko Day 13 - 17: At last we see the fabulous Cherry Imperial Villa, and afterwards you can Kanazawa 3 Blossom Festival at Hirosaki Castle with Tokyo relax in the hot springs at Kinugawa Busan Tokyo 2 Onsen. Later we take an express to Tsuwano sweeping views of the Shirakami Mountains Hiroshima 3 Sapporo and a day trip to the beautiful and the sparkling Sea of Japan. In 2 Hakone Nara Sendai we explore the 200 islands of Daisetsuzan National Park. Kyoto Hiroshima Matsushima Bay by water before taking Himeji Day 18 - 21: Enjoy a free day in Otaru, the bullet train back to Tokyo for a last perhaps visiting the Maruseppu Recreation TOUR PRICES (optional) evening in this stimulating TOUR PRICES Forest Park Railway or the Wakkanai – the Kagoshima mega-city. scenic northern Tip of Japan’s Main Islands. 20 Per person twin share...... $12,875 Per person twin share...... $6,985 21 Sole room supplement...... $3,525 Sole room supplement...... $1,545 SRI LANKA BY PRIVATE TRAIN THE HIMALAYAN MOUNTAIN RAILWAYS AND BEYOND INDIA • COLOMBO • TRINCOMALEE • BATTICALOA • DAMBULLA • NUWARA ELIYA • • • SILIGURI • TINDHARIA • KURSEONG • DARJEELING • GHUM • CHANDIGARH • ON THE VICEROY SPECIAL PRIVATE TRAIN • BADULLA • KANDY • GALLE • • SHIMLA • BAROG • DELHI •

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5th – 19th November 2020 February 2021 TOUR LEADER TOUR LEADER

Robert Kingsford-Smith Scott McGregor INCLUSIONS INCLUSIONS

• 14 nights’ accommodation in centrally • 13 nights’ accommodation in 4-5 star located 4-5 star hotels with daily breakfast iconic hotels • All meals; 14 Breakfasts, 14 Lunches, • Daily breakfast, and most meals included 14 Dinners Step aboard the famous Viceroy Special for a unique rail adventure through the mountains, coast Come aboard this grand tour of one of the world’s oldest and most fascinating cultures on a • Drinks included with welcome and • Special welcome and farewell lunch and and Cultural Triangle of Sri Lanka. On this unique tour exploring the history, nature and culture collection of world heritage listed railways that forge their way into the spectacular landscapes of farewell dinners of this stunning country, you’ll have the option to ride the extraordinary Sri Lankan rail network the Himalayan Mountains. Since its humble beginnings in 1854 the Indian Railways has become dinner with drinks • All excursions and entrance fees to in grand style, explore the wonders of the island up close and personal. Sri Lanka boasts rich one of the largest and longest in the world and with 1.6 million on the pay-roll, it’s also one of • Exclusive train travel throughout, aboard attractions, as listed in the itinerary traditions, colourful festivals, exotic cuisine and eight UNESCO World Heritage sites. The British- the world’s largest employers. For travellers in India the railway is a window to their culture and • Tipping, transfers and gratuities the comfortably appointed Viceroy Special built broad-gauge railway network reaches all main regions of the island and is itself a living character, the lifeblood of the nation that is used by almost every Indian on a regular basis in all • Comfortable air-conditioned coaches for museum. This rare travel opportunity offers a wonderful window on Sri Lanka; staying in signature manner of trains from rustic non-reserved local trains to ultra-luxury palaces on wheels and the FITNESS REQUIREMENTS road travel and transfers hotels, visiting iconic sites and incorporating some of the most scenic and dramatic sections of delightful little ‘Toy Trains’ that climb the impossibly routed railways up to the old colonial ‘hill Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating • Comprehensive sightseeing as shown railway to be found anywhere in the world. stations’ of Northern India. on the itinerary • Porterage at hotels and railway stations, HIGHLIGHTS and separate luggage handling • Seven scenic train trips through Sri Lanka’s HIGHLIGHTS • Airport transfers (on group suggested “This tour explored many of the most captivating regions on the spectacular cultural highlights of Sri Lanka, • Ride the legendary Darjeeling mail sleeper flight) mountain, jungle and coastal railways providing historical context relating train and the World Heritage-listed Himalayan • Tips and gratuities and Visa for Sri Lanka • Exclusive charter of the spacious and regal to the country. I very much enjoyed Mountain Railway to Darjeeling Viceroy Special private train “All aboard a grand tour of FITNESS REQUIREMENTS the trip and the team provided • Take the ‘Himalayan Queen’ heritage train to • Accommodation in iconic designer hotels, one of the oldest and most excellent leadership, management Shimla One ‘Loco’ - fitness rating most 5 star fascinating cultures in the and coordination, including an • Visit the monastery at Ghum, the highest • Visits to eight World Heritage sites, world and breath-taking outstanding local guide.” station in India including: Polonnaruwa, Dambulla, World Heritage sites” • Explore the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute - John Slinn, Sydney - Sigiriya, Kandy and Galle • See the sunrise over Kangchenjunga, India’s - travelled to Sri Lanka 2017 - • Experience the renowned Pinnawala highest peak Elephant Orphanage • Experience the Capitol complex with its 2000 • Steam loco hauled special down the coast sculptures at Chandigarh to Galle and the astounding colonial fort

ITINERARY ITINERARY Day 1 - 4: Our city tour of Colombo highlights its Buddhist Day 1 - 4: After a full day tour of Kolkata we board the legendary Darjeeling mail to Siliguri and the World and Hindu temples, Muslim mosques, and bustling bazaars. Heritage-listed Himalayan Mountain Railway, and visit Ghum, the highest station in India. Then the splendid Viceroy Special takes us to Avukana to see Day 5 - 8: At Darjeeling enjoy the sedate colonial opulence of the Windamere Hotel, with stunning vistas of the magnificent 12m Buddha, and the historic east coast port Kanchenjunga mountain. Experience a tea-tasting at Happy Valley Tea Estate and peel back the layers of city of Trincomalee. history at Chandigarh. Then it’s on to Kandaghat Railway Station via Delhi for a Toy Train ride to Shimla. Day 5 - 8: At Batticaloa we visit the old Dutch fort, Hindu Trincomalee 1 and Buddhist temples, then head northwest to a number of Day 9 - 11: The narrow-gauge Toy Train outstanding World Heritage sites. We also visit the legendary journey winds its way up the mountains, 183m Lion Rock, and the remains of a vast 1,500 year-old Habarana to Shimla, crossing more than 800 bridges and diving through over 100 tunnels. Visit fortress complex. The Viceroy then ascends to the hill country, 2 Pasikuda 2 Dambulla the lovely Victorian Gaiety Theatre, once one of the most spectacular sections of the entire journey. Maho Batticaloa 3 frequented by Rudyard Kipling. Stroll the Shimla Day 9 - 12: At Nuwara Eliya explore the rolling hills laced with Matale very British atmosphere of the Mall and the old Chandigarah tea plantations, interspersed with gushing streams and Viceroy Palace in this classic Hill Station 2 Kandi tumbling waterfalls. We take the train on a day trips to town. 3 the mountain terminus station of Badulla, and the ancient Colombo 3 Nuwara Badulla Day 11 - 14: At Delhi our first Delhi capital city of Kandy, rising and descending from 2,000m Eliya stop is the exquisite Sikh 2 Alwar Darjeeling to 680m, traversing numerous spirals, loops, spectacular Temple, and a stay at the pearl Kurseong viaducts, waterfalls and quaint colonial stations. of the Raj, The Imperial, Agra 2 3 1 the most iconic hotel in Day 13 - 15: The Viceroy today takes us to the world- Galle New Delhi. We also visit renowned Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, then on through 1 Siliguri the enormous Jama rich agricultural plains and into the bustling metropolis of TOUR PRICES Masjid Mosque and TOUR PRICES Colombo. From there we steam south along the coast to Galle take an exhilarating Per person twin share...... $10,875 for some relaxing time at the cliff top resort and an exploration Per person twin share...$11,985 (TBC) 22 rickshaw ride through 23 of the World Heritage-listed old Dutch fort complex. Sole room supplement...... $1,965 Old Delhi. Sole room supplement.... $2,985 (TBC) Kolkata 2 SWISS ALPINE ADVENTURE BY RAIL SCANDINAVIA BY RAIL, ROAD AND SEA

• ZURICH • MONTREUX • • BRIG • FILISUR • CHUR • ST MORITZ • LUCERNE • • • LAPLAND • LOFOTEN ISLANDS • BODØ • TRONDHEIM • ǺLESUND • BERGEN • •

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21st April - 5th May 2020 20th July – 7th August 2020 8th - 22nd September 2020 TOUR LEADER TOUR LEADER

Chris Harding INCLUSIONS Bernadette Eichner or Scott McGregor • 14 nights accommodation in quality, centrally-located hotels INCLUSIONS • Many meals included; Daily breakfast, 2 Switzerland offers some truly unique experiences that you get nowhere else in the world. There’s nothing like mid-summer in Scandinavia, when the sun shines all night and the locals • 18 nights’ accommodation in lunches, 9 dinners Its dramatic vertical landscapes have long attracted romantics and travellers. The railway come out to play. It’s an ideal time to embark on a stunning journey on a variety of trains, boats comfortable, centrally located 3-5 star • Drinks included with welcome and revolution of the nineteenth century saw little trains daring to ascend the highest peaks by and coaches through some of the most astounding landscapes on Earth. Starting in the historic capital of Stockholm, ride the unique Inlandsbanan train through the heart of Sweden to Lapland. hotels farewell dinners ingenious and inventive methods of engineering, making some of Europe’s most spectacular scenery accessible to all. Train travel is central to Swiss life, and its rail network is one of the Take the Ofoten Line further, to beyond the Arctic Circle, before descending down the northern coast • Many meals, as specified in the itinerary • Separate luggage transportation on most efficient, and easily the most patronised network per head of population in the world. of Norway, cruising the Lofoten Islands by liner. Join the dramatic Nordland Railway for a trip to the • Drinks included with welcome and major legs This finely-tuned adventure, led by your experienced Switzerland expert Chris Harding, will medieval city of Trondheim and travel the Rauma and Flam Railways on a breathtaking trip through farewell dinners • Comprehensive sightseeing with expert some of the world’s most spectacular scenery, en route to the storybook cities of Ǻlesund and Bergen. take you through the heart of the Alps to explore a wonderful mix of the country’s key historical, • Luxury chartered coach travel local guides Finally, traverse the alpine tundra on Norway’s highest railway and enjoy a fitting finale in the compact cultural and scenic destinations. throughout the tour • All excursions and entrance fees to and charismatic capital, Oslo. • Comprehensive sightseeing with expert attractions, as listed in the itinerary local guides • Tipping and gratuities HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • All excursions and entrance fees to FITNESS REQUIREMENTS “Congratulations on a • Three days in the grand city of Stockholm and three attractions • Explore a thousand years of history at “We have been very lucky to have beautifully planned and days through the heart of Northern Sweden (Lapland) Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating Chateau de Chillon had some wonderful overseas executed adventure full • A two-day journey on the unique Inlandsbanan railway FITNESS REQUIREMENTS • Ride the longest in Europe to holidays. The Swiss Railway of variety in transport • Day cruise around spectacular Arctic islands and fjords Three ‘Locos’ - fitness rating its highest station Adventure has been our best. Many through possibly the most on the famous Hurtigrutenline • Experience breathtaking views of more highlights than we have even beautiful scenery in the • Two-day stay and guided excursions of the scenic Switzerland’s largest glacier mentioned above. Chris Harding is world.” Lofoten Islands • Ride the Gornergrat rack railway to the • Iconic train journeys linking the towns and cities of a great guide and good company.” iconic Matterhorn - Sally Brezzo, NSW - Bodø, medieval Trondheim, art nouveau Alesund and - Jeanette Jain, VIC - • Climb the Albula spiral to the highest crossing - Travelled to Scandinavia in avant-garde Oslo of the Alps aboard the Bernina Express 2018 - • 12 train journeys (including two steam specials), six • Dine in style with lunch on board the boat trips and five scenic coach journeys Glacier Express

ITINERARY ITINERARY Day 1 - 4: After arrival in Zurich we take the Rigi cogwheel train from Arth Goldau, Day 1-4: The first few days in Stockholm sees you touring the city by coach, steamboat, foot, enjoying mountain views of Lake Lucerne. At charming Montreux we soak in the and vintage tram taking you to the old town, the Royal Palace of Drottningholm and the thousand years of history of the Chateau de Chillon. On our way to Interlaken Ost, famous Vasa Museum. We then head inland to Östersund, nestled on the we see stunning views of Lake Geneva and the “Teeth of the Midi” ranges. shores of beautiful Lake Storsjön.

Day 5 - 8: Enjoy the delights of beautiful Lauterbrunnen, set in a majestic Day 5-8: This morning we board the fabulous Inlandsbanan train, Svolvaer 1 travelling north towards Lapland. There’s a vintage steam train ride glacial trough valley. Ride the longest rack railway in Europe 1 Gällivare to its highest station for amazing views of the Eiger at Arvidsjaur for a BBQ on the beach at Lake Storavan. Crossing the Bodø 1 Arctic Circle on the way to Gällivare and spectacular views as we travel mountains. Scale the gorge to Zermatt at the base of 4 Zürich the awe-inspiring Matterhorn, followed by a thrilling down the Fjord to Narvik in Norway. Our cruise on the Hurtigruten reveals descent of the Rhone Valley. stunning vistas all day such as the Troll Fjord and the Lofoten Islands. 1 Arvidsjaur

Day 9 - 12: Relax on the leisurely Glacier Luzern Day 9-12: From Svolvaer we depart for a guided tour of Trondheim 4 the Viking Museum at Lofotr, before a boat journey to Express scaling the Oberalp Pass to the Chur 2 1 Ostersund alpine village of Filisur. Take in its rugged Interlaken the busy port city of Bodø. Here we take the Nordland Alesund cliffs, crystal-clear mountain lakes and 4 Jungfrau Express 720km scenic journey to Trondheim, home to 1 the world-famous Landwasser Viaduct. 800 years of Norwegian culture. Then its over the highest crossing of 1 Tirano 3 Day 13-16: The train trip to Ǻndalsnes is breathtaking the Alps before rapidly descending Montreux 1 Bergen and Ǻlesund is a magical Art Nouveau city. The coach 2 Oslo over 1600m to the city of Tirano in Brig journey to Bergen is a scenic treat and the delights of Northern Italy. 3 Stockholm Zermatt the great city deliver a day of vintage steam travel and Day 13 - 15: Take a steep-climb to the lakeside a special ‘Norway in a Nutshell’ day of adventure. resort village of Arosa over the famous Longweiss TOUR PRICES Day 17-19: A half day train trip to Oslo takes you over tundra and TOUR PRICE GUIDE Viaduct. Return to Zurich for a guided walking tour of the city’s Old Town, with an glaciated plateaus and the rich hinterland. We enjoy a few days Per person twin share...... $8,595 option to journey along the lake to Adliswil and take a to the glorious Per person twin share.....$11,500 - $12,500 24 of the best of Oslo’s vibrant cultural life, history, staying in the cities 25 Felsenegg Peak. Sole room supplement...... $850 most historic hotel. Sole room supplement...... $1,950 - $2,250 SCOTLAND BY RAIL ICONS OF ENGLAND AND WALES

• • OBAN • MULL • INVERNESS • DUNDEE • • • • PORTSMOUTH • BATH • • NORTH WALES • • YORK • CAMBRIDGE •

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8th - 25th May 2020 4th - 21st September (TBC) TOUR LEADER TOUR LEADER

Alan Coltman INCLUSIONS

Scott McGregor and Bernadette Eichner • 17 nights in centrally located quality hotels INCLUSIONS • First class rail travel (where available) Scotland is at once romantic, wild, majestic and characterised by its enterprising and fiercely On this comprehensive tour, aboard all manner of trains and boats, you’ll visit some of the • Many meals: Daily breakfasts, 3 • 17 nights in centrally located, 3 to 4 star independent people. Some of the most spectacular scenery, including the UK’s highest mountains, most famous and significant ports and railways in the world, great museums and the world- lunches, 10 dinners quality hotels are to be found in Scotland and the land abounds with romance and enchatment. Mists rolling renowned Duxford Air Show. Add to that some stunning scenery, astounding architecture and a • Comprehensive sightseeing with expert • Many meals; Daily breakfasts, 2 over cavernous Glens and Lochs, woolly mountain cattle grazing on rocky hillsides, castles of vast eclectic mix of Britain’s cultural icons. Along the way, you’ll enjoy river cruises and heritage fame and tragedy towering over their surrounds, fireside whiskeys in warm pubs, the haunting local guides lunches, 6 dinners steam train journeys, and visit country houses and castles, cathedrals and colleges – all in sounds of bagpipes drifting on the breeze and shiny black steam trains traversing impossibly • 7 rail excursions, 2 boat trips, and • Drinks included with welcome and fully managed comfort. Travel between rail stops by private luxury coach, stay in high quality, grand viaducts. On this wide loop of the land we visit some of Scotland’s most iconic sites comfortable luxury coach transport farewell dinners staying in a variety of locations from the grand cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow to the coastal centrally-located accommodation, and dine in carefully selected restaurants, so that you can throughout • Comprehensive sightseeing with expert towns of Inverness, Oban and Dundee. Your tour-leader, informed by his own Scottish heritage, experience the best Britain has to offer. • Porterage on and off the coach and local guides will guide you through this land of stunning Highland scenery, travelling as much as possible on the comfortable ‘Scotrail’ regional expresses, local trains and classic vintage steam trains. at all hotels with the exception of the • All Excursions and entrance fees to Holiday Inn Bristol attractions listed • Luggage transported separately on days • Tipping and separate luggage transport HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS 4, 11 and 12 when travelling by train on all main route • Ride the famous steam-hauled Jacobite • Ride the heritage railways of the Isle of Wight, FITNESS REQUIREMENTS FITNESS REQUIREMENTS train across Scotland’s wild north North Wales and the Yorkshire Moors • Travel the Cairngorm Mountain Railway “This fabulous grand tour • Explore Liverpool’s dockyards, Bristol’s port Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating “Join us for a fascinating tour and the historic Strathspey line through the heart of England and and Portsmouth of the bonny banks of Scotland’s • Visit some of Scotland’s most iconic Wales celebrates the UK’s three • Marvel at York Minster and the wonders of iconic lochs, its mystical isles and castles and abbeys legendary modes of transport: rail, Cambridge legendary railways.” • Travel over the famous Tay Rail Bridge and ship and aircraft.” • Take a ferry across the Mersey and glide World Heritage Forth Rail Bridge through the locks at Foxton • Cruise Loch Ness and take the ferry to the • Explore Stonehenge, the royal residence of sacred Isles of Staffa and Iona Osborne House and Castle Howard • Stay in the heart of Scotland’s two • Receive a full-day pass to experience the foremost cities—Glasgow and Edinburgh world-renowned Duxford Air Show

ITINERARY ITINERARY Day 1 - 4: Explore Glasgow on a guided tour, then onto Day 1 - 4: Today we skirt the Thames to Greenwich the port of Oban, the gateway to the beautiful Isles of to explore its attractions, including the clipper ship Mull and Iona. Iona has a magnificent abbey church, and The Cutty Sark and Brunel’s historic Thames tunnel. houses St. Columba’s shrine from the 10th century. Then its first class travel down the old London and South Western Railway from Waterloo to Day 5 - 8: At Craignure on Mull we step back in 4 Inverness Portsmouth to explore its historic dockyard. time at the 14th century Duart Castle, and The Isle Whitby of Staffa hosts the legendary Fingal’s Cave. En Kyle of Lochalsh Day 5 - 8: On the Isle of Wight we take an route to Mallaig we see the famous 21-arched Broomhill electric train to the idyllic Smallbrook Junction Malliag York 3 Glenfinnan Viaduct, featured in the Harry Potter and Havenstreet Station, and see the stunning Llandudno Aviemore films. And you will have a chance to possibly Craignure chalk cliffs of the southern coast. Back on the mainland we 2 Fort William 2 1 snap a pic of the fabled resident of Loch Ness. explore the mysterious and magical Stonehenge before Caernafon Dundee Liverpool 1 2 continuing on to Bath and Bristol, where we visit the Fleet Air 1 Day 9 - 12: The trip to the Kyle of Lochalsh Isle of Staffa Perth 1 Leicester Oban Arm Museum, crammed with naval aviation history. contains some dramatic shores and wild mountain Isle of Iona Stirling Telford Cambridge scenery, and at Scotland’s only ski resort at Day 9 - 13: Experience Thomas Telford’s iconic suspension 3 Aviemore we can ride the , the Cairngorm Mountain 4 bridge and Stevenson’s 1849 box railway bridge, and a guided Bristol 3 Edinburgh 2 Railway. We also travel the length of the Highland Main Line tour of the World Heritage-listed Conwy Castle. Enjoy a series of Stonehenge 3 from Inverness to Druimachdair Summit, the highest point on Glasgow train journeys through North Wales before we board the train to London the UK rail network. Liverpool. And at York you can visit the grand curved station, the old Yeovil 2 walled city, the Minster and the old town. Portsmouth Day 13 - 18: Journey across the Tay Road Bridge down to St. Isle of Wight Andrews and stop by the award-winning British Golf Museum. Day 14 - 18: Still at York we visit Castle Howard, a grand TOUR PRICE GUIDE At Edinburgh we enjoy a guided walk through the Palace of country home and the location for Brideshead Revisited, set TOUR PRICES Holyroodhouse and the new Scottish Parliament building. Much of within 1000 acres of breathtaking landscape. And the Duxford 26 Per person twin share...... $9,250 - $9,950 Edinburgh is a designated UNESCO World Heritage site, and there is Air Show features displays, shows, exhibits and celebrations of Per person twin share...... $9,875 TBC 27 Sole room supplement...... $1,850 - $1,950 leisure time to explore its wonders. everything from a Sopwith Camel to supersonic fighters. Sole room supplement...... $1,985 TBC SOUTHERN FRANCE BY RAIL BY RAIL, ROAD AND SEA RAIL WONDERS OF • PISA • BASTIA • AJACCIO • PALAU • SASSARI • ALGHERO • • NICE • NÎMES • AVIGNON • CARCASSONNE • TOULOUSE • BAYONNE • SAINT-JEAN-DE-LUZ • • ARBATAX • CAGLIARI • SARDINIA & CORSICA

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11th - 21st September 2020 8th – 23rd October 2020 TOUR LEADER TOUR LEADER

David Gourlay Angelina Pons INCLUSIONS INCLUSIONS

• 10 nights’ accommodation in quality, • 15 nights accommodation in a mix of centrally-located hotels modern and boutique hotels/motels • Many meals as specified in the itinerary • Daily breakfast at hotels, two lunches • Drinks included with welcome and Whether you are in search of culture and antiquity, fine architecture, intriguing history, world- In the heart of the Mediterranean lie two fascinating islands, characterised by wild and mountainous and three dinners farewell dinners class gastronomy or scenic railways that climb magnificent mountains and showcase sweeping scenery, multi-layered histories, rich cultures and a wonderful collection of extraordinary little • Drinks included with welcome and views, the south of France delivers in style. This short and very sweet adventure covers the railways. Corsica is blessed with a stunning contoured coastline, remote valleys and villages, a • Luxury chartered coach for road farewell dinners length of France from Lyon through the Pyrenees to South-West France and Basque Country. vibrant culinary scene and a captivating cross-island mountain railway. The ancient and weather- transfers • Chartered private coach The French refer to the south as “Le Midi,” and you will see first-hand why this is the most worn landscapes of Sardinia are the backdrop for the next island adventure, which uses a mix • Comprehensive sightseeing with your • Comprehensive sightseeing with expert popular tourist region in the country. Join Railway Adventures and PTG Tours on an adventure of regular and privately-chartered heritage trains. Experience its mountainous heart, emerald expert tour leader local guides that sums up the essence of France – seductive, stylish and totally unique. sea coasts, cliff-hugging forts and towns, and a fiercely independent culture. This fascinating • All excursions and entrance fees to Sardinian odyssey gives you the chance to travel over every open railway line on the island, both • All excursions and entrance fees to attractions standard and narrow-gauge, and includes the two new tramway systems. Corsica is also known attractions, as listed in the itinerary as “The island of beauty,” which perfectly encapsulates this whole tour, full of stunning scenery FITNESS REQUIREMENTS and fascinating echoes of the ancient past. Come aboard and discover what makes these central FITNESS REQUIREMENTS Mediterranean islands so unique. Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating HIGHLIGHTS • Explore Lyon, hailed as the culinary capital HIGHLIGHTS of France • Travel on the picturesque Trenino Verde, or “Little Green Train” “Let us take you to the heart of • Visit the former Papal Palace in Avignon • Fascinating guided city tours in some of the most iconic cities in Italy, including France in this captivating rail and the renowned Roman amphitheatre in Pisa and Cagliari adventure full of culture and Nîmes on guided tours • Explore Ajaccio, the birthplace of history’s great military genius, Napoleon Bonaparte history, world-class dining and • Visit the walled city of Carcassonne and • Take the option to join unique island railway excursions or a cultural odyssey such fabulous scenery.” enjoy a cruise to discover the treasures of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Canal du Midi as the ancient Roman town of Nora • Explore Toulouse, known as the “pink city” • Enjoy comfortable coach transfers and luggage transport on main legs due to its terracotta buildings • Multiple nights in 4- and 5-star, centrally-located hotels • Museum in Azpeitia, and ride a steam- • Savour delicious welcome and farewell dinners with drinks included hauled railway

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Day 1 - 4: At Lyon we explore this Day 1 - 4: Begin in Pisa for a guided tour of its iconic 2 Pisa Lyon 2 grand city on a guided walking tour then leaning tower and other historic gems, then coach and by river cruiser, then its off to Tournon for ferry to Bastia to explore its majestic ‘Citadelle’ and Livorno Governor’s Palace a full day trip on the Train de l’Ardèche. A La Bastide St. Laurent 1 Valence succession of magnificent views and Day 5 - 8: The rail journey to Calvi features amazing fine man-made structures line the scenery, stopping at quaint seaside villages en route. In Bastia route. At the walled city of Avignon St. Jean-de-Luz 3 St. Jean-du-Gard Avignon Ajaccio we walk in the footsteps of a young Napoleon, and we visit the Papal Palace, and the then onto the jewel in South Corsica’s crown, Bonifacio. Calvi Toulouse 3 famous medieval bridge, the Pont Bayonne Nimes Finish off in Palau to relax by the sea or take in its delights 2 d’Avignon. San Sebastian at leisure 2 Carcassonne Ajaccio 1 Day 5 - 8: At Nimes we see Day 9 - 12: The narrow-gauge “Trenino Verde” travels to Azpeitia the little town of Tempio Pausania, then on to the vibrant the Roman aqueduct the Pont Bonifacio du Gard, and are taken by local Sassari. Ride its tram system or take a guided trip to the ancient Romanesque site of Santissima Trinità di guide to a magnificent Roman 2 Palau amphitheatre. Enjoy a scenic train trip through the Cévennes mountains and Saint Jean-du- Sarcargia. Next is the beautiful medieval city of Alghero, Sassari Gard. The Train a Vapeur des Cévennes takes us on a lovely 13km return train journey along the before travelling along the Bosa line to Sindia, with 1 stunning views along the way to Arbatax Gardons valley, and in the afternoon we’ll enjoy a cruise on the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Alghero 2 Canal du Midi. Day 13 - 16: See the stunning scenery of the hilly Bosa Nuoro Mandas-Arbatax line to Cagliari, which features Day 9 - 11: At Bayonne we board the CF Rhune rack railway, and at the top you can look out over fascinating ruins, museums and galleries. Continue with Sorgono France in one direction, and Spain in the other. Our coach takes us to the lovely harbour town of 1 Arbatax a spectacular mountain railway journey via Sorgono to Mandas Saint-Jean-De-Luz. Train enthusiasts will enjoy the Basque Rail Museum at Azpeitia, and at San Cagliari Montserrato. Visit the rail museum or see the TOUR PRICE GUIDE Sebastián in Spain’s mountainous Basque Country, you can relax on its famous beaches. TOUR PRICES extraordinary Roman archaeological site of Nora, located 3 Cagliari on a spectacular peninsula 28 Per person twin share...... $3,450 - $4,350 *This tour is presented in association with PTG Tours (UK) Nora Per person twin share...... $5,395 29 Sole room supplement...... $695 - $750 *This tour is presented in association with PTG Tours (UK) Sole room supplement...... $985 MEXICO BY RAIL SOUTH AMERICA BY RAIL

• MEXICO CITY • GUADALAJARA • TEQUILA • LOS MOCHIS • SAN BLAS • EL FUERTE • DIVISADERO • CHIHUAHUA • • BUENOS AIRES • CAFAYATE • SALTA • HUACALERA • UYUNI • • COPACABANA • • • MACHU PICCHU • • • TEOTIHUACAN • CHOLULA • UXMAL • MERIDA •

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8th - 23rd October 2020 6th – 26th September 2020 TOUR LEADER TOUR LEADER

Ray Schofield Peter Lauffer INCLUSIONS INCLUSIONS

• 15 nights’ accommodation in quality, • 20 nights’ accommodation in centrally-located hotels comfortable, centrally-located hotels • Many meals as specified in the itinerary • Breakfast daily, lunches and dinners as • Drinks included with welcome and Mexico is included in most travellers’ bucket-lists, because it features pre-Hispanic artifacts This South American adventure will take you on a three-week trip from and through specified in the program farewell dinners from the Aztec and Maya civilizations, colonial architecture aplenty and dramatic landscapes , finishing up in . Travel from the iconic city of Buenos Aires to Tucuman and visit • Chartered coach throughout the tour in a temperate zone. We are planning our second Mexico tour for 2020 featuring its iconic the famous wine region of Cafayate. Traverse the country on the iconic ‘Tren a las Nubes’ and • Luxury chartered coach for road • Comprehensive sightseeing with expert destinations combined with awesome rail travel and many items of interest to the rail-fan. continue the journey through the incredible landscape of the Uyuni Salt Flats to La Paz in Bolivia. transfers local guides The giant pyramids at Chichen Itza and Teotihuacan are on the itinerary as are colonial city In Peru, visit the highest navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca, and the UNESCO World • All excursions and entrance fees to • Comprehensive sightseeing with expert centers including Mexico City’s Zocalo, and many other must-see sights. Our rail attractions Heritage-Listed site of Machu Picchu. This journey will bring you to many of the region’s must-see attractions, as listed in the itinerary local guides commence with the exiting train to Tequila and the distillery, then two days on the spectacular, sites, but you’ll also explore some rare and fascinating off-the-beaten-track tourist destinations. • All excursions and entrance fees to Copper Canyon Railway, followed by some scheduled train travel in the Mexico City and Puebla • Internal flights (Buenos Aires-Tucuman, attractions areas. We visit several railway museums and other locations where heritage steam and diesel Uyuni-La Paz and Cusco-Lima) locomotives are preserved. Our program will appeal to dedicated rail-fans and their partners, • • English speaking tour leader and FITNESS REQUIREMENTS together with those who wish to see the real Mexico. English-speaking local guides Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS FITNESS REQUIREMENTS • Two days of rail travel on the 400-mile • Enjoy a wine-tasting in Cafayate, one of Three ‘Locos’ - fitness rating spectacular Copper Canyon Railway Argentina’s major wine regions • Ride the Jose Cuervo Express between “From off-the-beaten-track to • Discover the incredible Purmamarca and “Join us on this spectacular Guadalajara and Tequila ancient Inca ruins, this South Quebrada de Humahuaca in northern Argentina excursion into Mexico’s fascinating • Visit the World Heritage Aztec and Maya American tour explores the • Travel on the Wara Wara Express train across past, vibrant cultural present and its civilization sites absolute best of this fascinating southern Bolivia numerous must-see rail journeys” • Visit several Colonial City centers country and culture.” • Cruise the scenic Lake Titicaca in Peru, the • Numerous railway museums and other highest navigable lake in the world rail-interest sites. • Travel by train over the High Andes from Puno • End the tour on the fabulous beaches of to Cusco Playa del Carmen, ideal for extension or • Explore the Imperial City of Cusco and the further exploration surrounding Inca ruins

ITINERARY ITINERARY Peru Day 1- 4: After a city tour of Buenos Aires we cruise Day 1 - 4: Fly from Mexico City to Guadalajara and its charming railway museum and magnificent Machu Picchu colonial center. Join the Jose Cuevero Express to Tequila and sample the wares at its distillery, then fly through one of the largest deltas in the world. Fly to Lima 1 1 Tucuman for a panoramic city tour before sampling 3 north to Los Mochis, the western end of the Copper Canyon Railroad. Cusco the famous wines in Cafayate. We follow the 1 Puno Copacabana Day 5 - 8: We begin our Copper Canyon ride at El Fuerte, alighting at Divisadero on the very edge on the breathtaking natural reserve of Rio Las Conchas 1 3 Canyon itself. The Chepe Regional spirals around and over itself to take us eastwards to Chihuahua to La Paz past the impressive Conchas River towards Salta. Bolivia visit the historical Museo Casa de Villa of revolutionary hero Pancho Villa. Then its back to Mexico City Day 5 - 8: Take the iconic Train to the Clouds to the impressive and Teotihuacan to see its awe-inspiring Aztec pyramid. Polvorilla Viaduct, at 4200m. North of Salta lies the Quebrada de 2 Uyuni Day 9 - 11: Two fascinating railway museums and the Technological Museum are our focus today, but we Humahuaca, a UNESCO listed valley, characterized by stunning, steep rock also visit the home of the Russian revolutionary Trotsky. At ancient Cholula we board a modern tram-train faces that literally change colours during the day. to deposit us in Puebla and its National Museum of Railways. Day 9 - 12: In Colchani, we’ll visit an artisanal salt processing plant and Humahuaca 1 in the middle of the world’s largest salt flat, you will see amazing giant 3 Salta Day 12 - 15: At Uxmal we explore its giant Maya pyramid, before transferring to a hacienda which cactus. At La Paz we discover the indigenous Cosmo-vision and marvel at 1 Cafayate operates a horse-drawn henequen railway. We also visit a typical Mayan House and a beautiful their mystical rituals. Tucuman underground river. At Merida, we visit the stupendous pyramid at Chichen Itza and afterwards relax on the beautiful Playa del Carmen. Day 13 - 16: Copacabana has amazing handicraft stalls and food markets, and from there we cruise around Sun Island to visit the ruins of the TOUR PRICE *This tour is presented in association with PTG Tours (UK) Pilkokaina Inca temple. Take the “Perurail Titicaca Train” through the scenic high Andean countryside, then plunge downhill to Cusco through Full 15 night holiday including flights from endless pastures and calls at remote villages. Argentina London to Mexico City and returning Day 17 - 21: At incredible Cusco we visit the Santo Domingo Convent, 3 from Cancun...... Approx $4,850 an Inca military fortress and the Inca ruins of Qenko, Puca-Pucara and Buenos Aires Tambomachay. Then comes the jewel in the tour’s crown, the fabulous TOUR PRICE GUIDE Own travel to Mexico City and from Sacred Valley of the Incas. 30 Cancun...... $695 Per person twin share...... $8,950 - $9,500 31 *This tour is operated in conjunction with Rail South America Sole room supplement...... $1,500 - $1,600 TRAINS AND TREASURES OF THE WESTERN USA NEW ZEALAND BY RAIL, ROAD AND SEA

• DENVER • CRIPPLE CREEK • FORT GARLAND • DURANGO • MESA VERDE • MONUMENT VALLEY • VIRGINIA CITY • CARSON CITY • • AUCKLAND • WELLINGTON • CHRISTCHURCH • DUNEDIN • QUEENSTOWN • • PORTOLA • SAN FRANCISCO •

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15th - 29th October 2020 TBA – November 2020 TOUR LEADER TOUR LEADER

Chris Skow Hayley Anderson INCLUSIONS INCLUSIONS

• 22 Meals • 13 nights’ accommodation in comfortable, • 21 Train Rides centrally hotels • 6 Different States • Many meals, as specified in the itinerary This unique railway adventure will present to you some of the most exciting and scenic excursion train • 14 Hotel Nights Unrivalled natural beauty, surreal scenery, century-old traditions, astounding food—these are just some • Drinks included with welcome and rides in six western states of the USA. The tour passes through Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Nevada, of New Zealand’s unique and fascinating attractions. Add to this an extensive rail network with an • 7 Railway Museums farewell dinners Arizona and California, as well as many spectacular national and state parks, as we make our way abundance of spectacular journeys, and you have all the ingredients for an unsurpassed adventure. The • 4 Railway Workshops westward. Like the Great Sand Dunes National Park where we will see the tallest sand dunes in North North Island will welcome you with its vibrant cities, rich Maori culture and geothermal wonders. The • Luxury chartered coach travel • 10 National and State Parks America (morning shadows on the sand dunes are breathtaking and perfect for photography). At Fort Northern Explorer will take you through green farmland and bush, past quaint country towns, showcasing throughout the tour Garland we board the Fall Colors excursion train on the Rio Grande Scenic Railroad to capture the great examples of iconic engineering along the way. As you cross to the South, you’ll find yourself in a • Comprehensive sightseeing with expert FITNESS REQUIREMENTS rich golden tones of the Aspen leaves contrasted against the green pines, rugged rocks and the wide world of towering mountains, blissful lakes, majestic glaciers and pristine forests, untouched by time. The local guides Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating open blue skies. And there are rail attractions like the Nevada Northern Railway yards, which has the TranzAlpine traverses the Staircase Gorge, Waimakariri River, Arthur’s Pass and the depths of the Otira Tunnel, (New Zealand’s longest tunnel), on one of the great railway journeys of the world. This tour makes • All excursions and entrance fees to best-preserved, and most complete complex remaining from the steam railroad era in the US. This the most of the offerings on both islands, with train journeys and luxury coach connections linking the attractions tour is for a small group of just 20 passengers, and was so popular in 2018 that it sold out early, so be major wine regions, heritage sites, cities and natural landscapes in one compact adventure. the first to join us aboard this amazing tour into the heartland of US rail FITNESS REQUIREMENTS

Two ‘Locos’ - fitness rating HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS • See the west's Fall Colors on an excursion • Astounding train travel on the TranzAlpine, train on the Rio Grande Scenic Railroad the Northern Explorer, the Taieri Gorge Railway and more • See the grandeur of the Monument Valley “See New Zealand come alive with “From iconic western landscapes • Visit fascinating museums, including Park sandstone masterpieces crystal lakes, mighty glaciers and and authentic old west mining Te Papa in Wellington, MOTAT in • Get an insight into the lives of the mountains as you breathe in the towns to the rich railroad history of Auckland and the Canterbury Museum in ancestral Pueblo people at Mesa Verde timeless landscapes of the Land of the the USA, this spectacular railway Christchurch National Park long white cloud.” adventure has it all.” • Explore the West's fascinating mining past • Traverse lakes and seas on the renowned at Eureka and Cripple Creek Earnslaw steamship in Queenstown and • Delve into the history of steam at the the Interislander Ferry Nevada Northern Railway yards • Enjoy guided city tours in Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington and more

ITINERARY ITINERARY Day 1 - 4: In Denver we visit the Colorado Railroad Museum, full of wonderful narrow-gauge history and Day 1 - 4: First days in Auckland feature a sightseeing tour of the city rolling stock. At Canon City we take in the spectacular Royal Gorge aboard its scenic railroad train, and and spectacular harbour, and a trip on the Glenbrook Vintage Railway. at Cripple Creek we get to explore a genuine old wild west mining town. The Northern Explorer takes us to Wellington with its captivating 25ha Auckland 2 Botanic Gardens, fascinating Te Papa Museum and much more. Day 5 - 8: At Durango we ride the steam train on the famous Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Hamilton Railroad. At the Mesa Verde National Park which offers a spectacular look into the lives of the ancestral Day 5 - 8: After a full day exploring vibrant Wellington at leisure, we Pueblo people. We continue westbound to the spectacular and iconic Navajo Nation’s Monument Valley take the Interislander to Picton. The Coastal Pacific Train then takes Park which boasts sandstone masterpieces that reach heights of 1000 feet. us to Christchurch, exploring the stunning Kaikōura Coastline. Enjoy a guided tour of the city, including the innovative Cardboard Cathedral Arches National Park has over 2000 natural stone arches, in addition to hundreds of soaring Day 9 - 11: and Canterbury Museum. This leg ends with the TranzAlpine trip to pinnacles, massive fins and giant balanced rocks. And Bryce National Park has the largest collection of Greymouth, via some awe-springing scenery. Nelson Palmerston hoodoos – odd-shaped pillars of rock left standing from the forces of erosion – in the world. North Day 9 - 11: We arrive in Dunedin via picturesque Oamaru At Eureka we explore one of the best-preserved mining cities in the American West. You 1 3 Day 12 - 15: and hop on a quick coach tour of the city, including the may also ride the Virginia & Truckee train from the Eastgate Station near Carson City up the steep hill historic Larnach Castle and Gardens. Then the Taieri to Virginia City. Then it's north through Reno and on to Portola, home to the fascinating Western Pacific Greymouth 1 Wellington Gorge Railway takes us on a scenic ride to Pukerangi Railroad Museum. via the stunning Taieri Gorge. After lunch we Christchurch *This tour is presented in association with PTG Tours (UK) continue on to Queenstown. 3 Day 12 - 14: From your base in the heart of Queensltown visit the historic gold rush era

Arrowtown. Following that is an unforgettable 2 cruise on Lake Wakatipu on the coal-fired Queenstown TOUR PRICE GUIDE steamship, the TSS Earnslaw, then a free day to 2 TOUR PRICE GUIDE Dunedin explore the rest of Queenstown. 32 Per person twin share...... $9,000 - $9,500 Per person twin share...... $7,500 - $8,500 33 Sole room supplement.....$1,000 - $1,500 Sole room supplement...... $1,250 - $1,450 Once in a lifetime Luxury – here’s a taste of what we can do

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Rekindle the romance of the rails as you travel between In a series of exquisitely opulent train journeys lasting from Europe’s most captivating cities 24 hours to a fortnight, the Pride of Africa links some of this continent’s greatest destinations from to Dar es The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is the most storied set of Salaam, and scenic splendours as diverse as the game reserves carriages in the world. It promises to take you not just across of Mpumulang a to the Victoria Falls. Travel in style in what has Europe, but to transport you back in time. With its polished wood, been dubbed by some as “the most luxurious train in the world” sumptuous upholstery and antique fixtures, the train epitomises from the desert landscapes in Namibia and the stark beauty the glamour and elegance of the Golden Age of travel. of the Karoo to the lush cane fields of KwaZulu-Natal and the magnificent garden route along the Cape South Coast. Discover Journeys of a lifetime from Venice to and beyond from all this while travelling in absolute luxury and comfort all the way. $3,850 pp Africa is said to be the cradle of civilisation and this Rovos Rail odyssey will take you to the very heart of this fascinating country.

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BELMOND ROYAL SCOTSMAN GOLDEN EAGLE EMBARK ON A GRAND HIGHLAND FLING THE TRANS-SIBERIAN EXPRESS ACROSS RUSSIA At once leisurely and luxurious, intimate and eye-opening, Undoubtedly the world’s greatest railway journey, the Trans- step aboard and rekindle the romance of travel Siberian Railway runs like a steel ribbon across mysterious Russia connecting east and west from Moscow over the Urals, Riding Belmond Royal Scotsman is one of those pinch-me across the magnificent and endless steppe and alongside the moments. Ranking among the world’s most luxurious trains, our shore of the world’s largest freshwater lake. mahogany-clad cars marry Edwardian elegance with the comforts of a country house. Ten intricately designed carriages, including • MOSCOW • KAZAN • YEKATERINBURG • NOVOSIBIRSK • • IRKUTSK • LAKE BAIKAL • ULAN UDE • ULAAN BAATAR • the sublime Bamford Spa, form a . • VLADIVOSTOK •

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SOUTHERN SOUTH AMERICA THE GREAT WINE TRAIN ADVENTURE BY RAIL, ROAD, AIR AND SEA A RAIL CRUISE OF NSW AND VICTORIAN WINE REGIONS BY PRIVATE TRAIN · Santiago · Puerto Montt · Punta Arenas · · Ushuaia · Bariloche · Buenos Aires · · Sydney · The Hunter · Mudgee · Orange · · Parkes · Griffith · Albury · Rutherglen · Late October 2021 – 17 Days · With Robert Kingsford-Smith Mid April - 8 Days Explore some of the wildest and most remote mountain regions on earth. Travel by rail, road and sea around the ‘Southern Embark on an epic adventure utilising various heritage trains to Cone’ of South America. From the Pampas of Argentina to the link the great wine regions of NSW and Northern Victoria. Indulge high mountains of Patagonia enjoy a ride on the world’s most in a feast of wine tastings, gourmet dinners, long lunches and an southerly steam train and an eye-opening ocean cruise through array of interesting excursions of history, characters and good the Straits of Magellan old country hospitality

• View the Highest mountains in the Andes • Privately chartered heritage daytime express trains • Explore the National Parks at Ushuaia, Moreno Glacier • Special de-gustation dinners and long lunches and Torres Del Paine • Drinks included with welcome and farewell dinners • Numerous unique narrow-gauge heritage railway trips • Guided town tours in Griffith, Mudgee, Orange and more • Ocean Ferry cruise along the coast • Onboard dining and lounge cars to relax and recline • Explore the very tip of Patagonia • Tour hosts and wine expert on board throughout • Journey along the stunning Lakes Route through • Comfortable coach connections and quality hotels the heart of the Andes

THE DANUBE TO THE ADRIATIC VIENNA TO THE VATICAN AND THE VATICAN TO VALLETTA BY PRIVATE TRAIN OPTIONAL EXTENSION TO SICILY & MALTA

Early October 2021 · Vienna · Innsbruck And The Austrian Alps · · Trento And The Dolomites · Padua And Venice · Florence · Ride with a small group (max 28), on the opulent private train, · Assisi · Rome And The Apennines · The Continental Classic Express on an incredible 8 day journey across the Balkans · Naples · Catania · Syracusa · Valletta · Austria and Italy: 1–18 May 2021 Travel in elegant style on the Continental Classic Express as Sicily and Malta extension: 18–26 May 2021 it winds through some of the most breathtaking scenery that the Central and Western Balkans have to offer, including the From the magical city of Vienna on the Danube River, ride the beautiful cities of , Belgrade, Sarajevo, Podgorica rails across the Austrian Alps on some of the world’s most and Dubrovnik. spectacular alpine journeys. Greet Italy from the north, travelling over the pivotal Brenner Pass, and explore the craggy peaks of the • Travel on the Continental Classic Express, private charter train Dolomites on a selection of quirky mountain railways. Italy’s great • Fine cuisine catering onboard the stately dining car northern cities and centres of culture and engrossing stories and • City tours of Belgrade, Sarajevo, Podgorica and Kotor characters from the Renaissance, lead all the way into Rome. The • Journey on board the Šargan Eight railway, tour provides an extended stay in Rome, using the eternal city as • Experience the engineering marvel of the Podgorica railway a base for all manner of explorations and side trips of the city and • Tour the Dubrovnik Old Town and enjoy your pre and post region. The take an optional extension south to Pompei, Naples, adventures in Budapest and on the Adriatic coast Sicily, and Malta in a epic end to this great European Odyssey.

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Mudgee, New South Wales

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“How amazing to stay at Ruwenzori Retreat! Our family had a beautiful weekend in superb accommodation. Magnificent views and so many little spots to sit and enjoy the serenity. Beds were OVERVIEW so comfy, the train carriages so well appointed Ruwenzori, Scott McGregor’s rail-themed bush retreat at Mudgee in Central and so cosy. We are all missing the underfloor heating after returning home! We could not West NSW, takes you on an exclusive Railway Adventure without ever really fault anything. Thank you so much for your leaving the station. An ideal getaway for friends and family, Ruwenzori is a gorgeous retreat, love to come again” truly unique place to stay. The Pullman Car —Karen Brown, Wollongong (Guest 2018) FEATURING

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