South Australian Steam Safari
6 September 2025 - 10 days
Kicking off in Adelaide and heading north, this journey offers an interesting mix of experiences, including heritage rail museums, sound and light shows, magnificent nature and of course train rides, including a private group journey on the ‘Pichi Richi Explorer’ heritage train, the Cockle Train in Goolwa, the New Highlander steam train in Mount Barker and the Mines Tourist Train in Moonta.
Highlights
- Enjoy an exclusive journey on the famous Pichi Richi Railway from Quorn to Woolshed Flat and back by heritage train and take part in a railway workshop tour
- Ride a heritage tram at the Tram Museum and tour the National Railway Museum in Adelaide
- Ride the New Highlander steam train through the Mt Lofty Ranges
- Tour Steamtown Heritage Rail Museum and take in the Light and Sound Show at Peterborough
- Take a ride on the only horse-drawn tramway in Australia at Victor Harbor
- Enjoy a 4WD journey near Wilpena Pound and book an optional scenic flight over Wilpena Pound
- Take in panoramic views of Wilpena Pound over sunset drinks at Stokes Hill Lookout
- Ride the Moonta Mines Tourist Railway and learn about the copper mines of the 1860s
- Travel along the scenic Encounter Bay coast on The Cockle Train
Inclusions
- 9 nights accommodation in comfortable, centrally located hotels with breakfast daily
- 6 lunches and 6 dinners
- Drinks included with Welcome and Farewell dinners
- Private coach travel with luggage transport throughout the tour
- Comprehensive sightseeing with your hosts and local guides
- All excursions and entrance fees to attractions, as listed in the itinerary
- Tipping and gratuities
- Fully escorted
Holiday Fares
6 September 2025 - 10 days
from $5,985* pp twin
from $6,920* solo
Call 1300 766 537 or complete the form below to enquire
South Australian Steam Safari 2025
*This tour is operated and escorted by Scott McGregor's Railway Adventures. Prices are advertised in Australian dollars and are per person based on twin share or solo occupancy. Offer is subject to limited availability or until sold out. All fares are subject to the terms and conditions as set out by Cruise Express and its suppliers which may be obtained at the time of booking. Cruise Express reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions and to cancel any product or service offered in the event of such error or omission. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance as soon as possible after paying your deposit. A $500pp non refundable deposit is required at the time of booking. Full payment is due 65 days prior to departure. Full payment and cancellation fees available from your Travel Specialist.
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