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Mary Valley Rattler Train Experience from Gympie
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Highlights

  • Hop on the Rattler Steam Train and enjoy the serene, delightful view across Mary Valley with optional lunch.
  • Experience the restored vintage engines and carriages of the steam train and enjoy a unique rail journey as you meet some of the local volunteers.
  • Opt for the Silver Bullet for an elegant high tea experience with unlimited tea, coffee, and bubbles, perfect for making your trip extra special!
  • Upgrade to a VIP Booth to enjoy priority preboarding, a host, artisanal cheeses, a drink, unlimited bar, verandah access, and a 2-course lunch.
  • Fun fact: Closed in 2012, local volunteers restored the line in 2018, turning it into a tourist attraction and preserving its historical significance.

Your Experience

Get ready for a historical experience traveling across the Mary Valley in a train with a restored vintage steam engine and carriages. This journey will transport you back in time to the countryside, offering a rare glimpse of the rural community around the Mary Valley region, located behind the famous Sunshine Coast. Volunteers will guide you to your seats as you set foot on the steam train. While marveling at the old-school carriages, the train will commence its journey around the valley.

As you travel from Gympie to Amamoor, you'll encounter grazing cattle in vast farms and charming villages along the way. The lush forest will serve as the perfect backdrop for your videos of the countryside. Upon arriving at Amamoor, you'll have the chance to settle down and experience the fresh air of rural Queensland. After spending some time here, you will head back to Gympie. Don't forget to visit the Rusty Rails Cafe once your train ride is over.

Make it special

Upgrade to the Silver Bullet High Tea for a refined journey that includes a glass of bubbles and an elegant high tea filled with locally-made sweet and savory treats, served as you glide through the stunning Mary Valley. If you prefer exclusivity, opt for the VIP Booth upgrade, where you and your group will enjoy a private booth, a personalized meet-and-greet with the train driver, and a delicious regional tasting platter, making your experience extra special with a touch of comfort and luxury.

Inclusions

  • 40km Mary Valley Rattler Train experience
  • Round-trip train ride from Gympie to Amamoor
  • English-speaking guide onboard the train
  • Free time at Amamoor
  • **Scenic Silver Shared Experience** (if option selected)
  • Round-trip train ride from Gympie to Dagun
  • Free time at Dagun
  • Station-made sweet treat
  • Cup of tea/coffee
  • Souvenir
  • **Mary Valley Rattler VIP Booth Experience** (if option selected)
  • Access to private VIP booth for groups of 4 to 6
  • Choice of 2-course lunch and beverage at Rusty Rails Cafe
  • Local cheese-tasting plate
  • Souvenir
  • Access to bar onboard the train
  • Priority preboarding
  • Meet and greet with train driver
  • Attendant
  • **Silver Bullet High Tea Experience** (if option selected)
  • Glass of bubbles
  • Station-made sweet and savory treats
  • Unlimited tea and coffee
  • Attendant

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid delays.

  • Students must carry a valid student ID.

Ticket redemption point

  • Show your ticket at Mary Valley Rattler.

  • Address: Tozer St, Gympie QLD 4570, Australia.

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

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Booking FAQs

You can bring your own food onboard. Gympie Station offers various dining options and snacks. Bring or purchase water from the Rusty Rails Cafe before departure, especially during the summer months.

Taking alcoholic beverages purchased outside the station onboard the train is not permitted. You can buy at the station on the day of the travel.

The VIP Booth experience is not accessible by wheelchair. The Classic and Silver Bullet High Tea experiences are accessible by wheelchair. If you should need ramp access, please mention it during the booking process. This experience is not accessible by stroller/pram. The historic stations of Gympie and Amamoor are accessible by wheelchair. Coal dust exposure is possible at stations and on the train. If you have a lung condition that could be aggravated by this, caution is advised.

Children aged under 16 years must be supervised by an accompanying adult. Children aged under 2 years can travel for free if they don't need their own seat. However, if you want to ensure a seat for your child who is under 2, you should book a ticket at the child fare rate. For VIP Booth Experience bookings of 3 or fewer guests, you may be seated together with other VIP Experience guests. The schedule is subject to change depending on traffic and weather conditions on your activity date. Based on the train's direction, passengers may face backward for one-half of the total journey. Steam engine operation is dependent on weather, total fire ban, volunteer availability, and other factors beyond control. The scheduled engine may be changed due to operational requirements. The Sunday Service arrives back at Gympie Station at 1:30 PM, 30 minutes later than the Wednesday and Saturday services. This schedule includes a stop at Dagun Station, where you can enjoy outdoor games and optional wine and cheese tasting (available for purchase on-site).

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