Mary Valley Rattler & Sunshine Coast Package (Brisbane roundtrip, Mar 2024)

Tour the gems of the Sunshine Coast with Travel at 60 community!
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    DURATION
    4 days, 3 nights
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    DURATION DAYS
    4 days
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    DURATION NIGHTS
    3 nights
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    DEPARTS
    20 March 2024
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    RETURNS
    23 March 2024
  • Tour the best of the coast with a dedicated over-60s group
  • Ride the historic steam train through the Mary Valley
  • PLUS a jam-packed itinerary of gourmet delights and natural wonders!

T​his exclusive Travel at 60 package jam-packed with fun and variety. Not just an easy getaway, but a great opportunity to make new friends with like-minded travellers.

H​ighlights include:

  • A​ visit to Montville in the Sunshine Coast hinterland
  • Maleny Bird World and Botanical Gardens
  • An afternoon cruise on the Noosa Everglades
  • A delectable tasting experience at the Ginger Factory
  • A sunset cruise on the beautiful Mooloolaba river
  • And the star attraction: a journey on the historic Mary Valley Rattler steam train

R​ead on for the full day-by-day itinerary...

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Maleny Bird World and Botanical Gardens

Inclusions/Exclusions

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  • F​ully hosted
  • 3​ nights' accommodation including breakfast
  • L​unch on day one
  • Welcome dinner
  • M​aleny Botanical Gardens (Gardens entry)
  • S​unshine & Sons Gin Distillery
  • N​oosa Everglades Eco Cruise
  • T​he Ginger Factory
  • S​unset Cruise on the Mooloolaba River
  • M​ary Valley Rattler
  • R​eturn transfers from Brisbane - Roma Street
Your fare excludes:
  • A​irfares & travel insurance

Itinerary

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D​ay 1 - 9:30 am - Meet your host and driver in Brisbane, our first stop today is your accommodation in Montville this stunning property is located on five acres of beautiful parklands overlooking the Sunshine Coast.

Enjoy Lunch at Secrets on the Lake, a truly special place and a great opportunity to get to know your fellow travellers.

T​ake some free time after lunch to relax or explore with your new friends.

T​his evening enjoy a wood Fired dinner.

D​ay 2 - Enjoy breakfast before departing for the Maleny Botanical Gardens - (Gardens entry) these award winning gardens is an unforgettable experience.

A​ visit to Sunshine & Sons, the Sunshine Coast distillery producing pot-distilled Gin's with carefully curated ingredients from local resources.

C​ruise into the unforgettable wilderness of Australia's most pristine and untouched regions - the Noosa Everglades.

T​here are only 2 everglades on planet earth, we are lucky to have one on our doorstep. Your vessel will glide smoothly through tranquil waters known as River of mirrors.

T​onight venture out along the Mooloolaba esplanade for dinner (own expense)

D​ay 3 - The Ginger Factor is a Sunshine Coast icon, celebrating 80 plus years from a small farming community to a ginger growers cooperative and now one of the world's largest suppliers of ginger.

T​o cap off today, sit back and relax as we once again take to the waters with a sunset cruise on the Mooloolaba river. Returning to your hotel around 5pm there is plenty of time to once again explore the many cafes and restaurants along the esplanade for dinner.

D​ay 4 - The highlight of today is a ride on the historic Mary Valley Rattler, a C17 Steam train from Gympie Station through the scenic valley and remarkable small towns of Dagun and Amamoor Heritage Station.

W​e will have you back into Brisbane around 3pm (approximately)

T​his itinerary is subject to change without notice.

Dates and Prices

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One departure only: 20 - 23 March 2024

  • T​win share from $2,585 per person
  • S​ole use from $3,099

Call today to secure you space! Call 1300 414 198

Please note that p​ricing is subject to change and minimum numbers apply.

Accommodation

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Clouds Retreat Montville
  • C​louds Retreat Montville (1 night)
  • L​andmark Hotel Mooloolaba (2 nights)

FAQs

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M​inimum numbers required for this tour to operate.

T&Cs

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