QUEENSLAND TRAIN JOURNEYS INFO

Economy compartments consist of three berths (upper, middle and lower) with a wash basin and reading lights. A pillow, linen, towel and blanket is provided for each berth. Toilets and showers are located at the end of each carriage. 

Economy seats are located in open saloon cars with reclining seats, reading lights and shade control.

DID YOU KNOW? 
BREAK OF JOURNEY 
Is permitted for journeys over 120km at any nominated station, but sector fares will apply when the break of journey is more than 4 hours. Other conditions may apply. 

MEDICAL CONDITIONS 
If you have any pre-existing medical condition that may need special attention during your holiday please advise your travel consultant prior to booking. 

CREDIT CARDS 
QR accepts Mastercard, Bankcard and Visa onboard The Queenslander, Spirit of the Outback and Spirit of the Tropics. Cash will be required on all other services. 

PENSIONER FARES 
QR offers discounted fares to Queensland Pensioners using their ‘free rail travel vouchers' Discounts are also offered to Queensland Senior Card Holders, Australian Pensioners and Australian Senior Card Holders. Ask your travel consultant for details. 

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS 
Traveltrain carries a collapsible wheelchair on all long distance passenger services to aid persons with restricted mobility to get to and from their seat or sleeping berth when joining or leaving the train. A specially designed toilet and carriage sitting area for passengers in wheel chairs is provided on the Tilt Train. 

SMOKING 
Smoking is not permitted on any Traveltrain service. Provision is made at certain stations. 

PAY PHONES 
On most Traveltrain Services pay phones are fitted. These accept Paytel Phone Cards which are available for purchase onboard. Mastercard, Visa and Bankcard are also accepted. 

GUIDE and ASSISTANCE DOGS 
Guide and Assistance dogs accompanying blind or deaf persons are permitted on all Traveltrain services. 

ENJOY THE DINING EXPERIENCE
For passengers travelling in First Class accommodation on The Queenslander, or in Business Class on the Tilt Train meals are included in the fare. On other services, meals and snacks are available for purchase as required from various food and beverage carriages on each service. QR is committed to making the dining experience very much an enjoyable part of your journey so we offer an ever changing menu focused on providing nutritious, fresh food. 

Arrangements can be made for passengers who have special dietary requirements providing 48 hours notice is given (including Diabetic, Low Fat, Vegetarian, Vegan, Kosher, Gluten Free, Low Cholesterol, Coeliac, Lactose Intolerant and many others). Be sure to tell us of your requirements at the time of booking.  

Alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks are not included In the fare prices,  but may be purchased on all long distance services

WHAT CAN I TAKE ON BOARD? 
At Traveltrain, safety is important. Passengers travelling on QR Traveltrain services are allowed two items of luggage (each not exceeding 25kg in weight and 180 lineal cm in size), plus one piece of hand luggage. Any single item exceeding 25kg is not acceptable as passenger’s luggage. All luggage should be clearly labelled with name and address. 

Where check in facilities must be presented at least 45 minutes prior to the schedules departure time. Liability for loss or damage is limited to a maximum of $200. Occupational Health and Safety Legislation provides guidelines outlining the safe weight that can be lifted by our staff. We appreciate your co-operation. 

WHAT WILL THE KIDS DO ON BOARD? 
Children are well catered for onboard Traveltrain services, every child travelling will receive a complimentary activity pack, upon request filled with colouring fun, puzzles and crayons to help keep them entertained on the journey. A selection of board games are also available for passengers on most Traveltrain services. 

YOU CAN TAKE YOUR CAR! 
MOTOR RAIL FACILITY 
The Spirit of the Outback and The Sunlander (Thursday and Sunday services)allow you the opportunity to take your own car or 4WD with you on holidays. You can simply combine a Spirit of the Outback or Sunlander package tour with the motor rail service for a rail / self drive holiday. Travel one way by train, and have the convenience of your own car at your destination. This gives you the opportunity to self drive on the return journey. Your Travel Consultant can even recommend a detailed itinerary, outlining places of interest and accommodation options along the way. You don’t even have to choose a package tour. You have the flexibility to simply use the motorail service as a one—way means to your destination, where you can explore the many tourist attractions and unique, diverse landscape that the Oueensland has to offer at your own pace. 

The Motorail service can be reserved up to 325 days in advance and is intended to cater for sleeping berth passenger’s vehicles, restrictions apply for sitting class passengers.

• Trailers and collapsible camper trailers must be attached to a motor vehicle. 
• Caravans, boat trailers, roof loaded boats or canoes will not be accepted. 
• Vehicle and luggage left in the vehicle is conveyed at owners risk. 

Other conditions apply, ask your consultant for details. 

WHAT SHOULD I PACK FOR MY TRAVELTRAIN HOLIDAY? 
• Light comfortable clothing 
• Something warm for winter nights 
• Wide brim hat 
• Sunglasses 
• Sunscreen 
• Moisturiser as wind can dry your skin 
• Sand shoes or walking shoes 
• Smart casual clothes are suitable for on board dining and club cars 
• Credit cards or extra cash for onboard purchases it 
• Camera and plenty of film 

For more information please contact: 
Ozhorizons, 
Phone: 07 41249943, Fax 07 41256833 
International +61 7 41249943, Fax +61 7 41256833 
Bookings freecall 1800 252668

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