Experience History onboard The Mary Valley Rattler
Overview
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3 hours
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The Mary Valley Rattler is one of Queensland’s most iconic heritage steam train experiences, capturing the Gympie region’s rich history while offering visitors a contemporary tourism attraction and the beauty of the spectacular Mary Valley landscape.
This 3 hour, 40km journey, in a beautifully restored C17 steam train, is an iconic experience like no other. Departing from the Historic Gympie Station, you travel through rich agricultural farmland right into the heart of the picturesque Mary Valley.
On arrival in the quaint town of Amamoor, here you can disembark your carriage and make your way to a viewing area to watch the train engine as it turns on the turntable. Enjoy a short stay to explore the Amamoor Village Green before reboarding your assigned carriage for your return journey to the Gympie Station.
On board, volunteer guides provide a wealth of historical detail about the trains and the region as you enjoy the views and the nostalgia of travel from times past.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Mary Valley Rattler
Rusty Rails Cafe & Heritage Museum.
What‘s Included
Mary Valley Rattler train ticket
Food and drinks, unless specified
Options
Classic Rattler Run
Departures: Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday.
Reviews
958 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
My train experience
Victorio A,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00You will experience how the trains ran before electric and diesel. The trains are run by volunteers who have a passion.
Deceiving
Luigi C,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00Experience advertised as From Hervey Bay, the thing is the meeting point is 100 minutes drive away so I couldn't join the tour
A lovely day out steaming down the tracks
Cal259,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great way to experience some Australian history and countryside all whilst relaxing on a lovely steam train. The day was a pleasant enjoyable day for adults/Couples families and friends. The Volunteers were knowledgeable about the train, tracks and area history. Also they were a lot of fun. We took the Sunday journey which also had a wee liqueur and wine tasting on the way home with some lovely cheeses too just for an extra $5AUD, well worth it. Lots of stops to get some nibbles and a coffee too.
A really fun and interesting experience.
T4679KGlindag,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A really fun experience, listening to the clatter of the engine and the steam whistle, having steam stream past the windows! The scenery was lovely, the stops at Amamoor and Dagun were great to stop and have a drink and something to eat. All the staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend this for a morning activity.
Excellent
Christine P,,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Take water with you. Very good experience. Friendly staff and crew. 5 star rating thanks to everyone
Murder Mystery tour Mary River Rattler
822glynism,,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic evening aboard the Mary River Rattler for a Murder Mystery set in the 1920’s everyone dressed up and joined in the fun. We saw the body and heard and saw the clues. To find out who did it you will need to go 🥰
Mother daughter annual holiday
Z1453IIpatriciak,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mother daughter annual holiday saw us taking a trip down memory lane. From the minute we arrived at Gympie station we felt welcome & excited about our day ahead. The volunteers were soo friendly, helpful & full of knowledge. The train ride was so nostalgic - the smells & sounds. The views were exceptional - such a relaxing time. I can’t thank everybody enough for a wonderful time.
Relaxing and great historical experience
LLOYDY1926,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The old train is just beautiful, and they are so well looked after. The trip through the Mary valley is stunning. The staff members in both the booking desk and on the train very knowledgeable. Not the mention the warm date scones which you can add to your ticket. Yummo!
A great trip down memory lane or a brilliant experience for the younger generation
alanbJ5668JS,,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nostalgic trip through beautiful countryside Excellent value for money Very friendly volunteers and also at the stations
Mary valley steam train
Craig B,,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience from start to finish. Excellent service from all the volunteers. Wonderful scenery and informative commentary. Would rate this to anybody
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