Queensland Rail - Gulf Savannah Experience
6 nights from
$2,996
Independent Rail Journey in Far North Queensland
INCLUSIONS:
- Rail, accommodation and sightseeing as specified
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- International flights and domestic flights within Australia are not included, please enquire for best available flights.
pp share twin
Valid for sales 11 Nov 24 to 31 Jul 25
unless otherwise specified
Valid for travel commenced
13 Apr 25 & completed 12 Oct 25
(unless otherwise specified)
Blackouts: 26 May - 31 May 25 & 29 Sep - 4 Oct 25
unless otherwise specified
Valid for travel commenced
(unless otherwise specified)
Blackouts: 26 May - 31 May 25 & 29 Sep - 4 Oct 25
Gulf Savannah Experience
7 Day/6 Night Gulf Savannah Experience
Discover the incredible Gulf Savannah country aboard the Gulflander, a legendary rail journey unlike any other. The Heritage-listed Normanton to Croydon line is an icon of the Outback, an isolated railway line affectionately said to go from ‘nowhere to nowhere’ and to this day, retains its patented steel sleepers, laid between 1888 and 1891. Our 6 night itinerary conveniently starts and finishes in Cairns and incorporates travel on the Gulflander with coach transfers, touring and accommodation to experience this amazing region.
ITINERARY:
Day 1: depart Cairns
Day 2: Cairns to Karumba
Day 3: Karumba
Day 4: Karumba to Forsayth
Day 5: Cobbold Gorge
Day 6: Forsayth to Undara
Day 7: Undara to Cairns
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Travel aboard the iconic Gulflander and Savannahlander trains
• Enjoy a magnificent Gulf sunset in Karumba
• Wander through Croydon’s heritage precinct
• Tour the old goldfield town of Forsayth
• Cruise through Cobbold Gorge on a solar powered boat
• See the rugged sandstone formations of Cobbold Gorge
as you walk across the glass bridge
• Explore the oldest standing lava tubes on earth at Undara
• Learn the rich history of Aboriginal culture
ITINERARY:
Day 1: depart Cairns
Day 2: Cairns to Karumba
Day 3: Karumba
Day 4: Karumba to Forsayth
Day 5: Cobbold Gorge
Day 6: Forsayth to Undara
Day 7: Undara to Cairns
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Travel aboard the iconic Gulflander and Savannahlander trains
• Enjoy a magnificent Gulf sunset in Karumba
• Wander through Croydon’s heritage precinct
• Tour the old goldfield town of Forsayth
• Cruise through Cobbold Gorge on a solar powered boat
• See the rugged sandstone formations of Cobbold Gorge
as you walk across the glass bridge
• Explore the oldest standing lava tubes on earth at Undara
• Learn the rich history of Aboriginal culture
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Includes: 7 Day/6 Night Gulf Savannah Experience^ including-
- One way travel on the Gulflander from Normanton to Croydon.
- One way travel on the Savannahlander from Forsayth to Cairns.
- 1 night accommodation in Cairns.
- 2 nights accommodation in Karumba.
- 2 nights accommodation to Forsayth.
- 1 night accommodation at Undara.
Breakfast daily, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
- Karumba Hatchery Behind the Scenes Tour and Hand Feeding Experience.
- 1 hour Forsayth by Night Tour
- 3 hour Cobbold Gorge Boat Cruise.
- Afternoon Undara Lava Tubes Tour.
- One way coach transfer from Cairns to Karumba.
- One way coach transfer from Karumba to Normanton.
- One way coach transfer from Croydon to Forsayth.
- Return coach transfer from Forsayth to Cobbold Gorge.
- Return coach transfers from Cobbold Gorge and Mount Surprise to Undara.
- One way travel on the Gulflander from Normanton to Croydon.
- One way travel on the Savannahlander from Forsayth to Cairns.
- 1 night accommodation in Cairns.
- 2 nights accommodation in Karumba.
- 2 nights accommodation to Forsayth.
- 1 night accommodation at Undara.
Breakfast daily, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
- Karumba Hatchery Behind the Scenes Tour and Hand Feeding Experience.
- 1 hour Forsayth by Night Tour
- 3 hour Cobbold Gorge Boat Cruise.
- Afternoon Undara Lava Tubes Tour.
- One way coach transfer from Cairns to Karumba.
- One way coach transfer from Karumba to Normanton.
- One way coach transfer from Croydon to Forsayth.
- Return coach transfer from Forsayth to Cobbold Gorge.
- Return coach transfers from Cobbold Gorge and Mount Surprise to Undara.
PACKAGE TERMS & CONDITIONS: It is our policy to present the cost of our holidays inclusive of all airport and government charges. Please accept however that these charges are not within our control, therefore we reserve the right to pass on any increase. Travel agent professional service fees where charged, will be additional to the advertised prices. Closeout and blackout periods apply over school holidays and peak holiday periods & availability of seats & rooms is likely to be very limited over this time . Valid for sales to 31 Jul 2025. Valid for travel commenced and completed within the period 13 Apr 2025 to 12 Oct 2025 (unless otherwise specified).Subject to availability. Land only, airfares are additional.
Please note there is limited availability on the advertised room types and all pricing is subject to change until a reservation is confirmed.
Inventory & availability can change on a daily basis. All components are strictly subject to availability. Prices shown are based on per person costs in New Zealand Dollars, for payment by cash, cheque or eftpos only. Credit card sales not permitted unless Travel Agent acts as a merchant. Capacity limitations apply and may not be available on all services. Travel requiring an overnight stay in New Zealand will be at passengers own expense. Events beyond our control such as currency fluctuations and changes to the price of aviation fuel may result in prices variations . Strict cancellation fees apply. Packages are based on consecutive nights. For full terms and conditions and cancellation fees please contact your local travel agent for more information. Trade enquiries via GO Holidays. ISSUE DATE: 11NOV24.
Your Travel AgentTHE TRAVEL BROKERS - CHRISTINE CRAFAR
Bell Block, New Plymouth 4313
Phone: 06 755 4866
Email: christinecrafar@thetravelbrokers.co.nz
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Christine Crafar
New Plymouth
- 06 755 4866
- 027 696 0104
- christinecrafar@thetravelbrokers.co.nz
