Moss Vale Picnic Train – Tulip Festival

Step back in time and experience the golden age of rail travel on an unforgettable steam-powered journey behind historic steam locomotive 5917. Departing first from Sydenham Station, this full-day adventure winds through scenic countryside on the way to the charming towns of Bowral or Moss Vale.

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Perfect for families, friends, and group outings, this is more than just a train ride — it’s a day of nostalgia, exploration, and old-world charm. Watch in awe as plumes of steam billow into the sky, hear the whistle echo through the valleys, and feel the thrill of travelling as generations once did.

Disembark to enjoy free time in either Bowral or Moss Vale, with plenty of cafés, gardens, shops, and sights to discover. Whether you’re sipping hot chocolate in a cosy café or browsing boutique stores, there’s something for everyone.

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The annual Tulip Time Flower Festival will be in full swing at the Corbett Gardens in Bowral. Tickets can be purchased for entry to the event here: Tulip Festival Click Here

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​Gin Distillery Off-Train Experience – Alight at Bowral for an exclusive visit to the Millsheds local gin distillery & bar, including a welcome drink and discounts on bottles to take home, see below for pricing.

Fares

Please Note: All fares are for same-day return travel.

Private Compartment – $550 per group

Enjoy the benefit of an entire compartment to yourselves in a heritage ‘FS’ type non air-conditioned carriage – great for families and social groups! One booking is good for up to a maximum of eight (8) people, including children. Compartments are fitted with tables.

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Four Seater Booth – $360 per group

Spacious four seat booth with table in a ‘N’ type classic non air-conditioned heritage saloon carriage. Booths are fitted with tables.

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​Single Ticket — $110 per person

Travel for a single person in a ‘N’ type classic non air-conditioned heritage saloon carriage, sharing a booth with up to 3 other passengers.

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First Class High Tea ** – $320 per group of 2, $600 per group of 4

Travel in our Dining car including a Morning High Tea Serving on the way to Moss Vale, and Afternoon Tea, Cheese and Fruit Platter on the way home. Includes Tea and Coffee all day.​​​​

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Group of 4 Seating – Air Conditioned Lounge Car*- $360 per group

Four Seats together in an Air Conditioned Lounge Car

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Gin Distillery Tour at Bowral – extra $30 per person

Gin Distillery Off-Train Experience – Alight at Bowral for an exclusive visit to the Millsheds local gin distillery & bar.

Saturday 27th September  2025

(Sydenham Station to Bowral or Moss Vale return, picking up and setting down at the below stations)

Indicative times, Final times will be sent out via email in advance

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• Sydenham Station- dep 8.15am 
• Lidcombe- dep 8.50am 
• Granville – dep 9.00am 
• Glenfield – dep 9.45am 
• Bowral – arr 11.55am 
• Moss Vale – arr 12.10pm | dep 3.20pm 
• Bowral – dep 3.35pm 
• Glenfield – arr 5.00pm 
• Granville – arr 5.44pm 
• Lidcombe- arr 6.05pm 
• Sydenham Station – arr. 6.40pm

Monday 6th October 2025

(Sydenham Station to Bowral or Moss Vale return, picking up and setting down at the below stations)

Indicative times, Final times will be sent out via email in advance

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• Sydenham Station- dep 8.30am 
• Glenfield – dep 9.45am 
• Bowral – arr 11.55am 
• Moss Vale – arr 12.10pm | dep 3.20pm 
• Bowral – dep 3.35pm 
• Glenfield – arr 5.00pm 
• Sydenham Station – arr. 6.30pm

Option available when booking tickets on the train.

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