QR Traveltrain in North Queensland is historically connected to the development of this diverse area of Australia. The need for the region to grow and extend itself saw the construction of rail links connecting the coastal ports to the mines, logging camps, farms and stations.

Today QR is committed to maintaining that historical connection by way of its two 'tourist' railway experiences. With quality interpretive information and dedicated staff these journeys of discovery provide an insight into the developing region of the late 1800's.region.

The Gulflander, an accredited Savannah Guides product, is the historic rail service that goes from nowhere to nowhere. Venturing from Normanton on the remote Gulf of Carpentaria the train travels to Croydon 145 km away each week.

This is old gold territory with a history to match the incredible terrain. Everyone enjoys the interpretive walks and a 'cuppa' at Blackbull along the way.

The Kuranda Scenic Railway is universally known as one of the world's great train experiences.

Built under extremely difficult and dangerous conditions over 100 years ago the line now winds its way from Cairns to Kuranda, 350m above sea level. The journey takes in 34km of breathtaking, world heritage listed, tropical rainforest in the Barron Gorge National Park.

QR Traveltrain is proud to be a significant sponsor of the Savannah Guides organisation and is committed to our team becoming qualified Savannah Guide members.

For Further Information:

QR Traveltrain
Bunda St. Cairns QLD 4870 or
PO Box 930, Cairns


Ph: 07 4036 9333  (Intl: 61 7 4036 9333)
Fax: 07 4036 9222  (Intl: 61 7 4036 9222)
Email: KSRres@qr.com.au

For Gulflander bookings:

Normanton Station
PO Box 270, Normanton QLD 4890
Ph: 07 4745 1391
Fax: 07 4745 1222

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