Sunlander

Region: Brisbane (QLD) | Duration: | Commences: Brisbane
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Comfort, flexibility and a great social atmosphere has made The Sunlander one of Australia's great journeys and a firm favourite with travellers between Brisbane and Cairns.

This superb journey, which snakes its way along Queensland's eastern coastline several times a week, offers travel options to suit every traveller – from the budget conscious through to the most discerning.

This premium Queenslander Class is an all-inclusive style of travel features first-class accommodation, fine dining in an exclusive restaurant car, entertainment and local commentary, exceptional services, and a host of extra special touches to make the journey a memorable one.

For those who prefer a simpler style of travel, The Sunlander offers single, twin and triple berth sleeping compartments and seats, all with access to appetising meals and refreshing drinks.

Whatever the choice of travel, the same wonderful view and Sunlander-style of hospitality is guaranteed.

Sleeping Compartments

First Class:
Two types of First Class sleeping accommodation are available in single and twin berth compartments. All berths feature washbasin, wardrobe, reading lights and power point (240v AC). Twin berths offer full-length mirrors. Full bedding and towels provided.
Economy:
Economy sleeping accommodation consists of a three berth compartment and feature washbasin, reading lights and power point (240v AC). A blanket, lower sheet, pillow and pillowslip are provided for each economy berth.

Sitting Cars
Economy:
Economy seating are in open saloon cars with overhead luggage racks and individual reading lights. Each seat may be reclined to the desired position by pressing a button in the arm of the seat.
Club Car
The perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy a social drink in the comfortable surrounds. A restricted liquor service is also available for consumption in the Club Car.
Buffet Car
Offers a variety of meals and light refreshments, bar service, tea and coffee.
Motorail
The Sunlander offers passengers travelling from selected stations the convenience of taking your own car or 4WD with you on your holidays. Restrictions apply.

Luggage: All passsengers may have conveyed free of charge two items of luggage not exceeding 25 kilograms (55 pounds) each, plus one piece of hand luggage. Where "Check in" facilities are available, luggage must be presented at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time and liability for loss of damage is limited. Unchecked luggage is carried at the owner's risk.

Rates and Bookings

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PLEASE NOTE: The rates quoted below are only available for pre-paid reservations through The Travelmall. Bookings for these rates need to be at least 3 days in advance.

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 Tour Rates (per person in in AUD)
  Tour Type Single Twin Child Family Rates valid
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 Note: Rates may at certain times be subject to change due to local events or holidays.

Address Details

Rail Australia
PO Box 445, Marleston Business Centre
Marleston, SA, 5033

Booking Fax: 61 2 9999 4332
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Transfers and other details

Disclaimer/Important Note: Itineraries, departure dates and inclusions are correct at time of publishing however subject to change without notice. For specific inclusions to itinerary please reconfirm at time of booking.
Tour Departure MonthsOct Nov Dec Sep Aug Jul Apr May Jun Mar Feb Jan
Tour Departure DaysTue Thu Sat
Tour Departure DatesThe train departs from Brisbane at 0825 on Tues, Thur and Sat and arrives in Townsville at 0820 the following morning and in Cairns at 1620 the following afternoon.
Departure/Arrival DetailsThe train departs from Brisbane at 0825 on Tues, Thur and Sat and arrives in Townsville at 0820 the following morning and in Cairns at 1620 the following afternoon.
Hotel PickupNot Provided
ExclusionsMeals are included when travelling in First Class Sleeping Berths.

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