Join us for our excursion to the snow – by steam train, of course. Forget the car for an exciting day out with family and friends aboard The Vintage Train.

Settle back in your compartment and before long, Melbourne will be lost in a trail of steam and smoke as we journey into the fertile farming district of the Latrobe Valley.
The locomotives will work hard as we climb through the green Gippsland hills around Bunyip, Longwarry and Warragul before we make our first stop at Moe. Here passengers can choose from the following options…

MOUNT BAW BAW
Enjoy the journey through to Moe, where you will disembark for travel by comfortable coach through scenic mountain forest to the snow. Explore the alpine forests with their unique fauna and crisp mountain air as you wander through the snow. As this is a full resort, you are able to separately hire toboggans, skis and clothing, to use in the snow. Click here for more info on equipment hire.
You will enjoy a little over 3 hours on the mountain before returning to the train at Moe Station.

Lunch is not included in this option. Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort has food and drink options available, with more information on their website. Otherwise BYO picnic to accompany your fun day out on the slopes.

WALHALLAFor those preferring *slightly* warmer surroundings, travel by comfortable coach through scenic mountain forests to the historic Goldfields town of Walhalla, where you will partake of a two-course lunch at the Walhalla Hotel. There is time to explore the historic treasures of Walhalla. Visit the many historic buildings and climb to the cricket ground carved high in the surrounding hills. The cemetery, full of history, has graves carved into the side of a mountain, all within walking distance of this unique mountain township.We have chartered a return journey to Thomson and return on the Walhalla Goldfields Railway at 3:00pm. Make your way to Walhalla Station where you will board the open-air train, travelling through the spectacular Stringers Creek Gorge and over the Thompson River.Warm clothing and comfortable footwear is recommended, as you wander the valley in the fresh mountain air.

RAIL ONLY - TRARALGON
Continue to relax onboard the train as the locos work hard to tackle the steep grades of the mysterious Haunted Hills. After topping the climb at Hernes Oak we will fly through Morwell before arriving in Traralgon, where you will spend a leisurely afternoon. Enjoy a meal in a local hotel or café. Then relax back on the train as our locomotives begin their sprint westward on a course for home. More things to do in the heart of Traralgon can be found at Visit Gippsland.

Lunch is not included in this option.

FIRST CLASS 
Go first class! Relax in your comfortable air-conditioned and heated 1930s-vintage compartment. All seating is reserved.

EXCURSION CLASS
Experience our 'E Type' Carriages dating back to 1906 with beautiful timber work and pressed-metal ceilings, walk-through corridors and comfortable compartment-style seating. Featuring 'old-school air-con', with the windows wide open to listen to the engine working hard up the hills. All seating is reserved.

THE VINTAGE TRAIN
Ride with us onboard 'The Vintage Train’, fully restored by Steamrail as an important part of Victoria’s rail heritage.  Our steam locomotives are coal or oil fired and date from 1889 to 1952, while the carriages range from as early as 1906.  The train features beautiful timber work & pressed-tin ceilings, walk-through corridors, comfortable compartment style seating, a licensed bar and kiosk, and toilets with washrooms.  All rail seating is reserved.

ON-TRAIN SERVICES
Our on-train facilities include a kiosk which stocks a wide range of light refreshments, snacks and hot & cold drinks. A licensed bar will also be operating, serving a range of beers, wines and spirits. A range of souvenirs will also be available for purchase on board.
 

- TIMETABLE -
<< SUBJECT TO CHANGE >>  PLEASE CHECK THE FINAL TIMES AS SHOWN ON YOUR SEATING ALLOCATION WHICH WILL BE EMAILED 2 DAYS PRIOR TO THE TOUR OPERATING.

SATURDAY 1st August 2026
6:37am dep. NEWPORT (Plat. 1)
6:57am dep. SOUTHERN CROSS (Plat. 13)
7:05am dep. FLINDERS STREET (Plat. 10)
7:30am dep. CAULFIELD (Plat. 4)
8:00am dep. DANDENONG (Plat. 3)
8:28am dep. PAKENHAM (Plat. 2)
10:14am arr. MOE - Disembark here for Snow & Walhalla Options
11:37am arr. TRARALGON

4:48pm dep. TRARALGON (Plat. 1)
5:37pm dep. MOE - Snow & Walhalla Options re-board here
7:18pm arr. PAKENHAM
7:47pm arr. DANDENONG
8:11pm arr. CAULFIELD
8:30pm arr. FLINDERS STREET
8:37pm arr. SOUTHERN CROSS
8:58pm arr. NEWPORT
Please ensure you are on the platform no later than 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time.
Please note that the Ticket(s) that you will be sent will say 'Melbourne' as the originating location, but you may choose to join the Snow Train at either: Newport, Southern Cross, Flinders Street, Caulfield, Dandenong or Pakenham.

- FARES -

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Snow (Melbourne to Mount Baw Baw & return)

(Children to Mount Baw Baw under 3 years must still hold a valid ticket. They are provided with a bus seat only and are not provided with a rail seat.)

Walhalla (Melbourne to Walhalla & return)

(Children to Walhalla under 3 years must still hold a valid ticket. They are provided with a bus seat only and are not provided with a rail seat or lunch.)

Rail Only (Melbourne to Traralgon & return)

(Children to Traralgon under 3 years must still hold a valid ticket. They are not provided with a rail seat.)

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
TryBooking Terms and Conditions.
Steamrail's Conditions of Travel are located on the Steamrail Website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.    Are the Fares for a Return Journey?
A.    Yes.

Q.  Are the Fares for a One Way Journey?     
A.   No

Q.    What is the price for Seniors?
A.    Steamrail Victoria does not currently provide seniors discounts on all tours. As Steamrail is a volunteer run, not-for-profit organisation, all funds are returned to the maintenance and restoration of our heritage train fleet. We encourage anyone who travels regularly to apply for Steamrail membership, which provides discounts on most day tours. - www.steamrail.com.au/membership

Q.    Do you accept companion cards?
A.    Steamrail Victoria is a not-for-profit volunteer organisation. All proceeds from tours, go into the restoration and maintenance of our rollingstock and other associated costs. As such Steamrail Victoria is not subscribed to the Companion Card program. However, we do provide Companion Card bookings on our Shuttle trips in accordance with our Conditions of Travel, which can be booked via www.steamrail.com.au/tours 

Q.  What stations may we join this tour from?
A.  A brief stop will be made to pick up passengers at the following stations: Newport, Southern Cross, Flinders Street, Caulfield, Dandenong or Pakenham

Q.  Are Children Under 3 Years Allocated a Seat on the Road Coaches that go to Mt Baw Baw and Walhalla?
A.  Yes, Children Under 3 Years are allocated a seat on all road coach journeys.

Q.  Can I bring my own snow equipment?
A.  Yes, you may bring your own clothing and equipment to use in the snow. Please be mindful that there is limited luggage space in your compartment, which is shared between six passengers.We will be unable to store your equipment elsewhere in the train, so to not restrict the comfort of other passengers.

Q.  Can you hire equipment at Mt Baw Baw?
A.  Yes, you are able to hire, toboggans, skis and clothing, to use in the snow. Click here for more info on equipment hire.

Q.  Are meals provided as part of the Rail Fare?
A.  Yes, for the Walhalla option only.

Q.  Will all persons covered by my booking be seated together?
A.  Yes, All rail seats are in compartments of six (6). Please note that your seating numbers may not be in order.

Location

Newport, Southern Cross, Flinders Street, Caulfield, Dandenong or Pakenham Stns

Contact Details

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