Ride the historic Great Southern Rail Trail in beautiful South Gippsland.
Enjoy the best parts of this wonderful rail trail on this self guided, fully supported 3 day, 2 night getaway -- the perfect weekend getaway or mid-week escape. The cycling is easy, especially with your included E-Assist bikes. With on call support, drop off transfers enable you to cycle the entire rail trail one way, meaning you can enjoy this great ride stress free!
The Great Southern Rail Trail is a true hidden gem in Australia. Enjoy views of the peaks of Wilsons Promontory and "Quiet Corner". Spot wildlife throughout your ride including koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, abundant birdlife and more, as you glide through the dense forest sections. Ride age old (refurbished) trestle bridges and admire the views down below. Laze at the many cafes in the towns along the way, or relive your riding at a classic Aussie Pub or local restaurant. Visit quirky Fish Creek with its street art, seaside Port Welshpool with the famous long jetty, and other smaller towns dotting the trail.
The Great Southern Rail Trail is also being extended, with the new section of the rail trail now starting at Nyora and running to Leongatha, adding another 16 kms to this already wonderful ride. This addition makes for a total of 108 kms of fantastic cycling, scenery, charming country towns and great food.
Get away from it all, breath the clean country air, and enjoy the outdoors on this fun, easy e-bike escape!
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Great Southern Rail Trail Cycling Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive at Meeniyan
Make your way to Meeniyan, located in Gippsland's famous dairy country and in the foothills of the Strzelecki Range. Check in to your booked accommodation and explore this gorgeous small town.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Meeniyan
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Cycle Port Welshpool to Meeniyan
Enjoy breakfast this morning and then a transfer service is provided to Port Welshpool. Your ride is approx 57 kms back to Meeniyan, filled with easy cycling and stunning views.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Meeniyan
Distance: 57km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Cycle Nyora to Meeniyan
After breakfast, another morning transfer to Nyora for your stunning ride back to Meeniyan.
On arrival, celebrate having ridden the length of this fantastic Rail Trail!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: 52km
Meals: Breakfast
Great Southern Rail Trail Cycling Tour Price and Dates
Have a tour for your group only! Please note that the prices below might depend on your travelling dates, as well as your group size. The departures are available between Tuesdays and Fridays.
- Self-guided group of 2: from $550 USD per person*
* - Price might change based on your travelling dates.
Book NowAccommodation on Great Southern Rail Trail Cycling Tour
This tour is based in a 3-star hotel in Meeniyan. The standard rooms are double occupancy (with private bathroom) and include most modern conveniences.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hotel in Meeniyan
Stay in a comfortable hotel or inn in a convenient location for your trip. The rooms are clean and comfortable.
What’s Included in the Great Southern Rail Trail Cycling Tour?
Meals
2 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 2 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
This tour includes two transfers required for the itinerary’s logistics, Meeniyan to Port Welshpool on day 2 and Meeniyan to Nyora on day 3. Any other transfers are not included.
Also Included
- Quality E-bike rental
- On call support throughout
- Printed itinerary and maps for reference
- An environmentally friendly water bottle AND lightweight cycling t-shirt
Not included
- Getting to and from Meeniyan
- Any flights
- Meals not mentioned as included
- Travel insurance
- Visas if required
- Personal equipment
- Fees not mentioned as included
- Guide services
Optional Extras
- Bike rental:
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- Mountain Bike (Trek hard tail)
- E-Mountain Bike (Trek)
- Single room upgrades
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