AUSTRALIA - THE SUNLANDER - QUEENSLANDER CLASS

BRISBANE TO CAIRNS

Queenslander class is the exclusive section of the Sundlander, a premium, all-inclusive style of travel, perfectly suited to the indulgent traveller. Featuring comfortable accommodation, fine dining experiences with delightful local dishes, attentive waiters and an excellent Australian wine list and exceptional service. These, combined with the Australian hospitality, and breathtaking scenery, will make your travel experience one to remember!

Relax in style and explore the beauty of Queensland from your window. This scenic coastal route between bustling Brisbane and the tropical north will show you a surprisingly diverse, tropical paradise. Discover the amazing colours from the rainforest to the reef.

Prices for the train journey start from £272 but we would weave this into a more detailed itinerary with stopovers and to include flight prices to make a memorable holiday.

This train journey is featured on our page labelled ‘The Australian Odyssey’.

Prices start from as little as 25 days for £4,345 pp.

The highlight of Queenslander class is its fine dining in the exclusive onboard Coral Cay Restaurant, with its dedicated and friendly staff and the skillful chefs onboard, who have prepared a mouth-watering menu. While you linger over the menu, with the finest local produce, complimented by some of Australian finest wines, you can catch the aroma of the culinary creations.

Relax in The Daintree Lounge, surrounded by the elegant interior which mirrors Queensland's most well known tropical paradise - the Daintree Rainforest. Or escape to The Cane-Cutters Bar. Inside, your cabin is as relaxing as the rest of the train. Each air-conditioned cabin features comfortable beds, reading lights, washbasin, linen, towels, toiletries and dressing gown for onboard use.

PLACES TO VISIT – SUNLANDER, QUEENSLAND COAST

FAR NORTH AND CAIRNS

Discover the delights of Far North Queensland and Cairns, from the magnificent Great Barrier Reef and the World Heritage listed Rainforests.

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TOWNSVILLE AND MAGNETIC ISLAND

Townsville combines the lure of the tropics with the attractions of a major city. From diving in the Great Barrier Reef, trying your luck at the Casino, rafting white water rapids or simply lazing on golden beaches, Townsville offers the best of all worlds.

Castle Hill is the best vantage point for views of the City and the idyllic Magnetic Island, which floats just off the coast. Enjoy the most succulent Queensland seafood, visit an art gallery, or experience the buzz of Flinders Street East’s bars, cafes and nightclubs.

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WHITSUNDAYS

Whitsundays is the heart of the Great Barrier Reef and Australia's most desirable holiday destination. The Whitsundays boasts 74 tropical islands, surrounded by pristine turquoise water and a coast that is full of excitement. With 70% of the regions protected National and Marine Park, it’s truly a unique destination.

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MACKAY

Welcome to the Central Queensland Coast, which includes the Mackay, Capricorn and Gladstone regions. Mackay is a friendly, unspoiled, tropical city set beside the wide, blue Pioneer River.

The Capricorn Region straddles the Tropic of Capricorn, and is home to many unique places, experiences and people. The Gladstone Region is a more relaxed, warm holiday environment, where reef islands, beaches and parklands are in harmony with its prosperous industrial economy.

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HERVEY BAY

Welcome to the Fraser Coast, which includes Bundaberg, Hervey Bay and Fraser Island.

Bundaberg is a diverse destination and departure point to one of the true wonders of the world - the Southern Great Barrier Reef. Its City boasts a beautiful heritage centre, offering a wide range of attractions, accommodation and dining options.

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BRISBANE

Famous for it's great weather, exciting events and cultural scene, Brisbane is sophisticated, warm and has a friendly charm.

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THE GOLD COAST

Welcome to The Gold Coast, one of Australia's leading holiday playground destinations.

With 42km of sun-drenched beaches, World Heritage listed rainforests, theme parks, shopping and nightlife, it's the Coast with the Most. Head to a surf school, catch a major surf lifesaving carnival or build a sandcastle at the many beaches running along the Gold Coast.

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KURANDA SCENIC RAILWAY

Whilst you are in the vicinity why not add on the Kuranda Scenic Railway to your trip?

This famous railway is an enchanting 90-minute rail adventure that takes you from Cairns through dense, tropical rainforest and past deep gorges and spectacular waterfalls to the delightful village of Kuranda, where you'll discover a variety of unique attractions. This scenic and educational journey is a must-do for any visitor to North Queensland.

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