Save with this package - do the full trip and see all the sights!


This package offers all the tours, but staying in accommodation in Forsayth and Mt Surprise, rather ... read more


2 or 3 day packages

Many people simply do not have four days spare to do the whole trip on the Savannahlander. However, there are a range of options where you can do a part of the experience in a shorter time frame. Many of the packages listed below have been put together by the owners of businesses in the gulf savannah regions which highlight their own attractions and include the train and coach to get there.



Package 6 - Mount Surprise to Forsayth (First Class) | Print |
Forsayth
Forsayth
This is ideal for self drive passengers that want to start their trip from the “bush”, or caravaners who don’t want to leave the black top . This is arguably the most rugged and scenic part of the track.

Includes overnight at Cobbold Gorge, boat tour, dinner and breakfast.

Cost: (per person twin Share) - 2008 Prices

 


Adult $280.70
Conc $272.00
Child $140.35
Single Supp +$20

Cobbold Gorge can often be booked out during the peak season. If we cannot get you accommodation out there, as an alternative, we can accommodate you in Forsayth, and still do a tour of Cobbold Gorge the following Morning. The alternative option may be requested if you want to save a couple of dollars! Costs for the alternatives are:

Stay at Forsayth Tourist Park:

 

Adult
$265.00
Conc $255.00
Child $132.50
Single Supp
 +$15.00

Stay at Goldfields Tavern

Adult $240.00
Conc $230.00
Child $120.00
Single Supp
 $15.00

 

Accommodation and tours at Cobbold Gorge are only available between Easter and October 31st .

 
Package 7 - Mount Surprise to Forsayth (Economy) | Print |

Mount Surprise
Mount Surprise
For the more budget conscious, this trip on the Savannahlander includes overnight accommodation in an ensuite cabin at the Forsayth Tourist Park, dinner and breakfast.

Cost: (per person twin Share) - 2008 Prices

 

 

Forsayth Tourist Park
Adult $180.50
Conc $170.50
Child

$90.25

Single Supp +$15.00

Alternative: Goldfields Tavern


Adult $154.00
Conc $144.00
Child

$78.20

Single Supp +$7.00
 
Package 10 - 2 day Undara with Rail | Print |
Stoney Creek Bridge
Stoney Creek Bridge
Departs Cairns on Friday and arrives at Undara in time for lunch. In the afternoon you do a two hour tour of the tubes and is followed by the wildlife at sunset tour. On Saturday morning, after breakfast, you are transferred to Mt Surprise where you join the Savannahlander for the journey to Cairns.

Includes carriage accommodation, tours indicated, 1 lunch, 1 dinner and 1 breakfast.

Cost: (per person twin Share) - 2008 Prices

 


Adult $510.00
Conc $496.20
Child $255.50
Single Supp +$50.00

 

 
Package 11 & 12 - Chillagoe Explorer Tours | Print |

Mutchilba
Mutchilba
These packages are hosted and operated by the team at Chillagoe Cabins. There is a three day and a two day option with these. You can arrange these packages throught the Savannahlander or by contacting the Chillagoe cabins direct. Click the read more link below for inclusions and prices for these trips


 

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Mount Surprise to Einasleigh Half Day Trip | Print |
Savannahlander on the Copperfield Bridge
Copperfield River Bridge
Joe and Jo, from Bedrock Village Caravan Park in Mount Surprise, operate a day tour from Mount Surprise that includes a trip on the Savannahlander. Board the Savannahlander in Mount Surprise on Thursday afternoon and sit back and relax for your 2 hour rail journey as you wind your way through the heart of cattle country to the quaint outback town of Einasleigh. After a refreshment stop at the newly restored characteristic hotel, your guide will take you to the fascinating Copperfield Gorge and explain the history and geology of the region. On your return journey, “boil the billy” amongst the trees on the banks of the river. Tour includes transfers, train fare and afternoon tea. Contact Bedrock Village for departure details and bookings.
 
Forsayth to Einasleigh Half Day Trip | Print |
Eiansleigh Hotel
Eiansleigh Hotel
Thanks to Carmel and Max, from the Forsayth Tourist Park, you can experience the picturesque Delaney Gorge while leaving your vehicle in Forsayth. In one direction you'll hop on board the Savannahlander while in the other you'll travel in the (almost) luxurious comfort of the Tourist Park's bus. On Thursday you can catch the bus over to Einasleigh and spend a bit of time exploring before catching the Savannahlander back to Forsayth. On Friday you join the Savannahlander in Forsayth and get picked up in Einasleigh. For more information contact the Forsayth Tourist Park.     
 
Mareeba Half Day Trip | Print |

Stoney Creek Station
Stoney Creek Station
Join the Savannahlander in Cairns for a leisurely trip up the beautiful Kuranda Scenic Railway. Enjoy a brief stop in Kuranda before continuing along the banks of the Barron River to Mareeba. In Mareeba there's a short wait for the bus which will get you back to Cairns at 11.15am. The same bus also stops in at Kuranda on the way to Cairns, so you can get off there if you'd prefer and head down the Kuranda range by Skyrail after having a good look around Kuranda.

The current  adult fare for The Savannahlander from Cairns to Mareeba is $56. The bus fare from Mareeba to Cairns is $16.80 and Mareeba to Kuranda is $11. Bus fares can be paid when boarding the bus.

 
Chillagoe Nightlife | Print |

Enjoy the 'bright lights' of Chillagoe on this overnight trip. Depart Cairns by bus on Friday morning and after a short stop over in Mareeba arrive in Chillagoe early in the afternoon. Spend the afternon exploring the old smelters or the limestone caves and after sunset head out for some star-gazing.

 On Saturday join the Savannahlander for the return trip to Cairns.