Travelrite International invites you to join them on the 2026 Heritage Railways of South Australia. Experience the best historic railways, picturesque scenery and fascinating sights that South Australia has to offer. Your adventure starts in Adelaide before heading to Port Augusta for a ride on the Afghan Express steam train and north to Quorn for a journey on the privately chartered Pichi Richi Railway. Spend two days at the magnificent Wilpena Pound in the Flinders Ranges, see a memorable railway lightshow at the Steamtown Heritage Rail Centre, unwind in the German influenced Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills and take part in a food and wine tour of the Barossa Valley. Finish by riding the HighLander steam train, the famous Cockle Train along the Encounter Bay coast to Victor Harbour where you will ride a Clydesdale horse drawn tram. There's simply so much to see in South Australia, and Travelrite's in-depth escorted tours are the best way to do it.
DAY 1 Thursday 21 May 2026 Adelaide
Arrive in Adelaide, meet your tour leader and group and ride the historic Glenelg tram, the only tram line to survive in the city to Glenelg Beach for your welcome dinner at a seafood restaurant. Overnight: Adina Apartments, Adelaide (D)
DAY 2 Friday 22 May 2026 Port Augusta
This morning, head north through scenic countryside to the Georgian-style Martindale Hall. Built in 1879, this grand country mansion, coach house and stables were constructed by wealthy pastoralists and represents the baronial lifestyle achieved by them. Tour the hall, before arriving in the Clare Valley wine region where you will enjoy a sumptuous lunch. Pause for a photo stop at the 'Midnight Oil House', an old homestead near Burra, famous for being on the cover of Midnight Oil's 1987 hit album "Diesel and Dust" and arrive at Port Augusta in the late afternoon. Overnight: Standpipe Motor Inn, Port Augusta (B,L)
DAY 3 Saturday 23 May 2026 Afghan Express Steam Train - Port Augusta
This morning, you will see the rugged Flinders Ranges landscape unfold before you on a full-day Afghan Express return train journey from Port Augusta to the historic railway town of Quorn. Travelling on the original Ghan steam locomotive NM25 and genuine timber bodied carriages built in the late 1920s, you will traverse the old Ghan route past red earth and bluebush plains and over the Pichi Richi Pass with its rocky outcrops, dry riverbeds and beautiful hilly scenery. Enjoy two hours of free time for lunch at Quorn and return to Port Augusta via rail. Overnight: Standpipe Motor Inn, Port Augusta (B)
DAY 4 Sunday 24 May 2026 Pichi Richi Railway - Quorn
Enjoy some free time this morning before touring the Wadlata Outback Centre which has unique exhibits offering a journey through the history of the Outback. Drive to Quorn where you'll enjoy lunch. Later, take a ride on the privately chartered Pichi Richi Railway heritage train and travel on the original Ghan route, stopping for photos, sampling High Tea served in a bush setting and finish with a railway workshop tour. In the evening, you'll visit the railway precinct to experience the Quorn Silo Light Show, a starlit audiovisual celebration of the Flinders Ranges and the Pichi Richi Railway. Overnight: Great Northern Lodge, Quorn (B,L)
DAY 5 Monday 25 May 2026 Hawker - Wilpena Pound
This morning after breakfast, travel by coach to Hawker and visit the old Hawker Railway Station, which was completed in 1885 and was used on the Ghan train line to Marree, tour the Jeff Morgan Gallery to see painted panoramas of the Flinders Ranges, model cars, rock collections and memorabilia, and enjoy free time for lunch. Continue onto Wilpena Pound in the heart of the Flinders Ranges, arriving in the late afternoon. Check in and enjoy dinner in the grounds of your resort. Overnight: Wilpena Pound Resort, Wilpena Pound (B,D)
DAY 6 Tuesday 26 May 2026 Wilpena Pound
After breakfast, you'll explore the area's big-ticket drawcard, the enormous natural amphitheatre of mountains the spectacular Wilpena Pound. Start by visiting the heritage listed Old Wilpena Station Historic Precinct, visit a few scenic lookouts before returning to your resort for lunch and some free time. Laze by the pool or take a scenic flight over Wilpena Pound, at your own cost before taking a sunset trip to Stokes Hill which offers 360-degree views of the surrounding Flinders Ranges with panoramic views of Wilpena Pound. Enjoy some sunset drinks and return to your resort for dinner. Overnight: Wilpena Pound Resort, Wilpena Pound (B,L,D)
DAY 7 Wednesday 27 May 2026 Peterborough
This morning, travel in 4WDs through the stunning Bunyeroo and Brachina Gorges, full of natural beauty and home to rock wallabies, kangaroos and emus. Travel to Hawker and enjoy lunch in the Old Ghan Restaurant and Gallery and arrive in Peterborough. On arrival, tour the Steamtown Heritage Rail Museum to get an insight into historic steam and diesel locomotives. Later, enjoy a Sound & Light Show while sitting in a restored 1916 historic rail carriage which is placed on a turntable, while you move through the tunnels of time, to learn about the railways in South Australia. Overnight: Roundhouse Motel, Peterborough (B, L)
DAY 8 Thursday 28 May 2026 Moonta Mines Railway - Barossa Valley
This morning, travel south west to the former mining town of Moonta for a ride on the Mines Railway where passengers are taken past many historic landmarks of the former mining operations, including the reservoir, ore sorting floors, and through a tunnel in Ryans Tailings Heap. Enjoy free time for lunch, and travel to the Barossa Valley, renowned by many as one of the world's greatest wine regions. Check into your hotel in Tanunda and enjoy free time for dinner. Overnight: Tanunda Hotel Apartments, Barossa Valley (B)
DAY 9 Friday 29 May 2026 Barossa Valley
Enjoy a free morning, before embarking on a half day food and wine tour of the Barossa Valley. Start your tour at the elegant grounds of Château Tanunda to try their acclaimed Chardonnay and enjoy lunch, visit the iconic Henschke winery, which is known for their world-class Shiraz and finish at the historic Seppeltsfield Winery. Return to your hotel where your evening is free to wander the historic town of Tanunda to explore heritage buildings or wine and dine at a local restaurant. Overnight: Tanunda Hotel Apartments, Barossa Valley (B,L)
DAY 10 Saturday 30 May 2026 Heritage tram ride - Railway Museum - Hahndorf
This morning, travel to the St Kilda Tram Museum and take a privately chartered ride on their heritage trams to learn about the history of Adelaide's tram network. Enjoy free time at lunch and arrive at Australia's largest railway museum in Port Adelaide where you will tour the museum to see locomotives and railway carriages. Reach Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills in the late afternoon and learn about Australia's oldest surviving German settlement. Wander the bustling main street to see German influenced bakeries, pubs, restaurants, cafes and smallgoods shops. Overnight: The Studios by Manna, Hahndorf (B)
DAY 11 Sunday 31 May 2026 HighLander Steam Train - Cockle Train Horse Drawn Tram - Hahndorf
This morning, we travel to the depot of the SteamRanger Heritage Railway in Mt Barker to enjoy a ride on the New Highlander steam locomotive through the Mt Lofty Ranges to the historic township of Strathalbyn. Later, reach Goolwa and board the famous Cockle Train and travel along the Encounter Bay coast to Victor Harbor. Upon arrival, enjoy free time for lunch and take a ride on one of very few horse-drawn tram routes remaining in public transit service in the world. We return to Hahndorf for a memorable farewell dinner. Overnight: The Studios by Manna, Hahndorf (B)
DAY 12 Monday 1 June 2026 Hahndorf
Our tour comes to an end this morning after breakfast and hotel check-out. An airport transfer from the Hahndorf hotel to the Adelaide airport departs at around 9AM and is included in your tour package. The journey takes approximately 1 hour. (В)
| Per person twin-share | Single supplement |
|---|---|
| $6,650 | $7,930 |
It is important that all tour participants have a basic level of physical fitness that allows them to take part in this activity without the need of assistance from others.
Tour Operator:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd. A.C.N. 005 817 0781 (Travelrite International) is the tour operator.
Tour Costs:
The tours costs are based on transport, accommodation costs and entrance costs at 20 June 2025. Travelrite reserves the right to alter the costs if any of these factors change, giving any passenger that has booked the right to withdraw with full refund of monies paid or modify arrangements. No alterations to costings will be made within 60 days of departure.
Deposit and Payment:
A non-refundable deposit of $900 per passenger is required at the time of booking. Full payment will be required 60 days before departure. A 1.5% administration charge will be added to payment by Visa, Mastercard and America Express.
Cancellations:
Cancellations within 60 days prior to departure will result in the loss of all monies paid. Cancellations outside of 60 days prior to departure will result in the loss of the deposit paid per person. Travel insurance is recommended to cover the costs of cancellation fees due to illness, death in family, etc.
Changes To The Tour Itinerary:
Travelrite International reserves the right to make changes to the tour itinerary to fit in with operational requirements. Any changes to the itinerary will be replaced with similar arrangements with an equal or greater value.
Minimum Tour Numbers and Conditions:
The tour has been costed on the basis of a minimum number of passengers having booked 60 days prior to departure. Travelrite reserves the right to cancel the tour, giving a full refund of all monies paid or offer arrangements to proceed with the tour at a modified cost if the minimum number is not achieved.
Refunds:
The tour is based on arrangements which do not allow for any refunds in respect to sightseeing, accommodation, meals or other services not utilised after the tour has commenced.
Baggage:
All passengers qualify for 1 piece free baggage allowance.
TOUR PARTICIPATION:
Children under 5 years of age are ineligible on coach & cruise tours. Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Passengers with disabilities are welcome on Travelrite & Cruise Offers tours provided they are accompanied by a companion capable of providing all necessary assistance, and do not require special assistance from Travelrite & Cruise Offers personnel. Travelrite and Cruise Offers reserves the right to refuse to carry anyone if it is felt the individual cannot cope with the requirements of coach & cruise tour travel and who may require services and facilities that Travelrite & Cruise Offers cannot guarantee will be available. You agree to not hold the Travelrite & Cruise Offers responsible for any decision made by any of them or any service provider to refuse to carry you, provide any facilities or accommodation to you or to provide any service to you.
Responsibility:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd. is the tour organiser. Travelrite International acts only as agents in making of arrangements with carriers, hoteliers and others for the tour. As a result, we cannot accept liability for any act or omission whatsoever, whether negligent or otherwise of those carriers, hoteliers or other persons providing services in connection with the tour over whom we have no direct or exclusive control. We do not accept responsibility for any injury, damage, loss, delay, change of schedule or any other events which are beyond our direct control, such as, but not limited to, war, flood, fire, civil disturbance, acts of God, acts of government, or any other authorities, terrorism, accidents to or failure of machinery or equipment, or industrial action. The passage contract in use by the carriers concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the transportation companies or firms and the purchasers of these tours and the passengers. Baggage is at own risk throughout the tour. The contract shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Victoria and any legal action must be undertaken in the State of Victoria.
DELAYS AND UNFORESEEN EVENTS:
You engage Travelrite International to book this tour on your behalf and you acknowledge that Travelrite International acts as your agent for the purpose of making contracts between you and the various providers of accommodation, transportation and other services that comprise the tour. Travelrite International may without reference to you provide or make available to you, or may as your agent engage any third party to provide or make available to you, any good or service which Travelrite International reasonably believes is necessary for your benefit to maintain the tour itinerary, repatriate you or otherwise accommodate, transport or sustain you in circumstances in which the tour itinerary fails wholly or partly for any reason. You appoint Travelrite International your attorney for this purpose. You agree to pay Travelrite International any cost thereof and you indemnify Travelrite International in respect of any cost it incurs in this regard. Travelrite International advises you to obtain travel insurance generally including in respect of the risk that any such good or service may become required.
How to Book:
Bookings can be made by completing a booking form and sending it with a non-refundable deposit of $900 per person to:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd
423 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn, Victoria 3103
Further information can be obtained by telephoning
Toll Free: 1800 630 343
Telephone (03) 9836 2522
Email sales@travelrite.com.au
https://www.travelrite.com.au/
About Travelrite International:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd (ABN 64 005 817 078) is a well-established travel company which has been marketing throughout Australia for over 40 years. It has a fully ATAS accredited (No. A10538) office at Balwyn. As such it directly represents the major airlines of the world and all major domestic and international hotel, tour and transport operators. Travelrite International Pty Ltd is a full member of the Australian Travel Industry Association –ATIA
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