Kiama Picnic Train (SOLD OUT)
AUTUMN & WINTER 2022 DATES:
- Saturday, 30 April 2022 (departing from Tempe)
- Sunday, 1 May 2022 (departing from Tempe)
- Saturday, 14 May 2022 (departing from Tempe)
- Sunday, 15 May 2022 (departing from Tempe)
- Saturday, 4 June 2022 (departing from Tempe)
- Sunday, 5 June 2022 (departing from Tempe)
Your journey starts at from a choice of railway stations in the Sydney metropolitan area and traverses the beautiful South Coast line, heading through the Royal National Park along the way and on to the seaside town of Kiama.
Hauling The Kiama Picnic Train will be locomotive 5917, built by Baldwin (USA) in the 1950s for the NSW Government Railways.
After arrival at Kiama, you will have plenty of time to enjoy the many charms of this picturesque coastal town. Take a walk up to the famous Kiama Blowhole, relax at the Surf Beach or browse the Historic Terrace Houses.
If lunching in Kiama, please book beforehand to avoid disappointment.
Fares:
Please Note: All fares are for same-day return travel.
Private Compartment — $500 per group
Enjoy the benefit of an entire compartment to yourselves — great for families and social groups!
One booking is good for up to six (6) adults or a maximum of eight (8) including children.
Classic Duo — $240 for two people
Window seating for two people in a classic heritage carriage in a spacious booth with table.
Full Carriage Hire — Call for Quote
Buffet Car:
The Buffet car will not be added to these trips at this time. We encourage passengers to bring their own picnic hampers.
BYO alcohol is allowed, however, large eskys will not be permitted.
Toilets:
Toilets are available in all carriages.
Mobile Phones:
There are no charging points on the heritage equipment. It is recommended that you bring an external battery charger for your mobile devices.
COVID-19 Condition of Travel:
- All passengers aged 16 or over will need to be fully COVID-19 vaccinated (or have an exemption) by the date of this tour. COVID-Safe check-ins using the QR code provided and proof of vaccination will be required for all staff and customers. Passengers will be refused boarding if evidence can not be supplied.
- Face masks must be worn while boarding/alighting and moving around the train.
- Passengers are asked to remain in their allocated seats as far as practical
- If a passenger is experiencing COVID symptoms prior to travel, they must not travel, even if fully vaccinated.
- Other COVID-19 restrictions may be implemented on the day depending on current alert level.
- Passengers are required to follow all instructions from their carriage attendant.
Preliminary Timetable:
PLEASE NOTE: Autumn and Winter dates do not depart from Sydney Central Station
The Kiama Picnic Train picks up and drops off at the following destinations
Outboard Journey (First pickup location is Tempe)
- Tempe dep9.40am
- Hurstville dep10.00am
- Sutherland dep10.15am
- Wollongong dep11.30am
- Kiama arr12.30pm
Return Journey (last set-down location is Tempe)
- Kiama dep4.15pm
- Wollongong arr5.10pm
- Sutherland arr6.45pm
- Hurstville arr7.00pm
- Tempe arr7.15pm
*Preliminary times only. Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to departure. An update email will be sent to the ticket booking via emai a couple of days prior to the event with final trip details.
Location
Tempe, Hurstville, Sutherland, Wollongong
Tempe Station, Sydney NSW