Overview

The information in this presentation has been designed to increase your knowledge of Rail Travel, and its train journeys. Whether your customers are a first time train traveller or an experienced train enthusiast, a Queensland Rail journey is the perfect way to create unforgettable memories. Network Map

Step on board and travel in comfort to a range of destinations. Each journey will have you discovering Queensland from the rainforest to the reef and the city to the outback.

Queensland Rail Travel is Australia’s most comprehensive rail network with five long distance services and two tourist trains. The perfect Outback Queensland experience begins on board the , a journey through ever-changing scenery and rugged terrain between and Longreach, with two weekly return services.

The Spirit of the Outback travels across an array of landscapes and the towns rich in pioneering history. Pass through the heritage towns of Blackwater, Emerald and Barcaldine, before arriving in the heart of the Queensland Outback, Longreach. From Longreach, venture further into the outback and delve into the prehistoric age of the dinosaurs at Winton or discover the vast sunburnt desert surrounding Birdsville.

A RailBus Coach Connection is available from Longreach to Winton. Frequency and Timetable

Route: Brisbane to Longreach

Distance: 1325kms Departs Brisbane: Tuesday at 6:10pm and Saturday at 1:55pm

Departs Longreach: Duration: 24hrs Monday and Thursday at 10:00am Sleeper Accommodation

First Class Sleeper • A private cabin with a seat by day • Single lower bed at night with pillow, linen, blanket and towel • Amenity pack with Queensland organic and sustainable products • Wash basin and vanity unit, reading light, wardrobe and 240 volt power adapter • Showers and toilets located at the end of each carriage • Drinking fountains in each carriage • Personal entertainment tablets with Movies, TV programs, music and commentary Sleeper by Night Tuckerbox Restaurant

First Class all-inclusive meals • Traditional dining car experience • Chef prepared meals • Hot or Continental Breakfast • 2 course lunch • 3 course dinner • High Tea • Gluten free and vegetarian options available Dining Experience

Sample Dinner Menu

~ Starter ~ Home-made damper with a trio of dips

~ Main ~ Kilcoy Beef Striploin Roast Served with roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetables finished with a Sirromet Red Wine Gravy

Pork Tenderloin Served with a Sweet Potato Mash, seasonal vegetables and a grain Mustard Sauce

Roast Chicken Served with roast potato, seasonal Vegetables and a traditional gravy

Cous Cous With a Spiced Vegetable & Chick pea casserole

~ Dessert ~

Yandina Brandy Snap Crunch ginger brandy snap served with a rich Crème Brûlée

Anzac Apple and Blackberry Crumble Served with a creamy custard Shearers Rest

Shearers Rest • An exclusive lounge area for First Class customers to sit back, relax with a cool beverage and just watch the scenery go by. • A range of light refreshments and beverages can be purchased throughout the journey. Economy Seat

Economy Seat

• Reclinable travel seat facing the direction of travel • Double configuration seating • Reading light, fold down table and foot rest • Overhead lockers and luggage racks available ▪ Showers and toilets located at the end of each carriage ▪ Drinking fountain located in each carriage

Shearers Rest Servery

A seasonal menu provides a selection of hot meals, light refreshments and beverages for Economy customers to purchase along the way. Gluten free and vegetarian options available. Carriage Layout

First Class Sleeper Carriage 6 First Class Twin Sleepers 2 First Class Single Sleepers

Economy Seat Carriage 48 Economy Seats

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NB. From 13 January 2018 - Carriage E - Economy Single Sleepers will be removed from aboard the Spirit of the Outback for scheduled maintenance. Destinations

Longreach

Soak up the history and heritage in the legendary township of Longreach.

• Visit the local attractions including the Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame, Qantas Founders Museum, Powerhouse Museum and a wealth of entertainment and friendly hospitality.

• Discover unique flora and fauna and marvel at the diversity of landscapes in all seasons.

• Hop aboard a Cobb & Co. stagecoach for a town tour

• Take a sunset cruise along the mighty Thomson River, some of which are on historic paddle steamers with a camp oven dinner under the stars.

• Visit a historic homestead and enjoy a ‘cuppa’ at one of the local working sheep or cattle stations. Destinations

Winton

Winton is the Dinosaur Capital of Australia, home of Waltzing Matilda and Queensland’s Boulder Opal; abundant in nature, culture and heritage.

• Tour the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum to see a real dinosaur laboratory in action and meet our prehistoric giants.

• Visit the Dinosaur Stampede at Lark Quarry Conservation Park , theworld’s only recorded evidence of a dinosaur stampede.

• The Waltzing Matilda Centre is the only museum in the world dedicated to a song.

• The historic open-air Royal Theatre offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the movies the old-fashioned way – laid back in canvas seats under the stars.

• Bladensburg National Park offers stunning examples of the landscapes of Winton Shire, from sweeping mitchell grass downs to breath-taking gorges and jump-ups.

• Visit the Qantilda Museum which is dedicated to the pioneering history of Winton. Destinations

Barcaldine

Filled with history, colour and a strong representation of aboriginal culture. It is often referred to as the Garden City of the West, due to its beautiful gardens and wide tree-lined streets.

The town is well known for the Tree of Knowledge memorial, located outside the railway station in Barcaldine, a historic reminder of the 1891 Shearers Strike.

Emerald

Emerald is a large, modern country town that was established in 1879 as a base for the building of the western railway. It is the gateway to the Sapphire Gemfields.

Go exploring from Emerald to Carnarvon Gorge, with spectacular gorge systems of towering white cliffs and lush forests. Our Customers

Train travellers are

✓ Wanting to see more of Australia. ✓ Taking the time to relax and explore ✓ Including a rail journey as part of a holiday to , Whitsundays, Longreach and Fraser Coast. ✓ Travelling to see family, friends or to an event across Queensland.

Rail travellers include: • Adults • Groups • Families • Seniors • Students • International Travellers Fare Types

Adult 16 years and over

Child​ 4-15 years

Infant Under 4 years

Senior State or Territory Government Senior Card Holder

Queensland Queensland Pension Card Holder utilising state entitlements Pensioner

Australian Pensioner Interstate Pension Concession cards accepted.

16 years and over enrolled in accredited secondary or tertiary education Students with approved identification.

International International Passport and Backpacker entitlement card Backpacker

For further information please refer to Concessions Quick Link on the Trade Toolbox Accessibility

Due to narrow doors and aisle ways the service has limited accessible provisions. A small wheelchair is available for onboard use.

For more information please contact our team or visit queenslandrailtravel.com.au Luggage

Spirit of the Outback Luggage allowed per person

Sleeper Two (2) 20 kilogram items

Economy Seat One (1) 20 kilogram item

• Checked luggage up to 20 kilograms (max) • Must measure 180 linear centimetres (max) • Plus one (1) small hand held luggage per customer (7 kilograms max.) • Checked luggage closes 30 minutes prior to departure. • At unattended stations, onboard staff will check luggage in. How to book ✓ Via your preferred Wholesaler | Inbound operator ✓ Direct with Queensland Rail Travel

Domestic Travel Agents [email protected] phone 1800 806 468 International Agents [email protected]

phone +61 (7) 3606 6630

Sales and Marketing Department

[email protected] phone + 61 (7) 3072 0790 Visit us at www.queenslandrailtravel.com.au