XPT Rail Journey and Incredible Lake Hume Dam
7 Days
13 to 19 April 2026

Active
$4,310pptw
86 villabucks
XPT Rail Journey and Incredible Lake Hume Dam

Travel to the foothills of the Snowy Mountains for an unforgettable celebration of bush heritage in Corryong. Ride the XPT Rail through classic Victorian landscapes, trace migrant stories at Bonegilla, and wander Albury’s gracious streets and botanic gardens. Discover the Holbrook Submarine Museum, stroll the mighty Lake Hume Dam wall, and pop into character-filled country pubs and museums. Across two festival days, feel the spirit of Banjo Paterson’s legend come alive with horsemanship, poetry, music and the thrilling re-enactment of The Man from Snowy River.
Itinerary
Day 1. Perth to Melbourne (D)
We collect you from home and transfer you to the airport for your journey to Melbourne. Settle into your centrally located hotel and enjoy a welcome dinner this evening.
1 night: Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne
Day 2. XPT rail to Albury, Lake Hume & Botanic Gardens (BD)
Transfer to Southern Cross Station and board the XPT for a smooth run to Albury. On arrival, admire the historic station precinct, then enjoy time for lunch at your leisure. Walk the Lake Hume Dam wall for sweeping views and join a guided tour of the Albury Botanic Gardens. Check in and dine locally.
5 nights: Comfort Inn Blazing Stump, Wodonga
Day 3. Jindera, Holbrook Submarine & Ettamogah Pub (BLD)
Step into pioneer life at Jindera Pioneer Museum with talk and morning tea. Continue to Holbrook for an included pub lunch, then explore the Holbrook Submarine Museum’s engaging exhibits. Later, call in at the iconic Ettamogah Pub before returning to Wodonga for dinner.
Day 4. Bonegilla Migrant Experience & Albury at leisure (BD)
At Bonegilla, stories of post-war arrivals come to life on a guided visit of historic Block 19. After lunch at your leisure in Albury, enjoy free time to browse Dean Street boutiques, riverside walks or local galleries. Dinner is included this evening.
Day 5. Man from Snowy River Bush Festival – Re-enactment (BD)
Travel to Corryong and take your seat for the stirring re-enactment of Banjo Paterson’s classic. Hear the poem as riders thunder across the arena and soak up festival colour through the afternoon. Return to Wodonga for dinner.
Day 6. Festival day two, Pioneer Women’s Hut & Corryong (BL)
Return to Corryong for a pub lunch before visiting the festival for the second day of bush poetry, market stalls, music and arena events at your own pace. Visit the Pioneer Women’s Hut Museum to explore remarkable domestic history collections, then enjoy time in Corryong township before our late afternoon return. Dinner is at leisure today.
Day 7. Albury to Perth (B)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your journey home. On arrival in Perth, we will see you safely home.
Itinerary is subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. Call 08 9754 2026 for details.
Guide: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
eg. BLD indicates three meals included on that day of the itinerary.
PPTW is per person twinshare accommodation.

Dates & Pricing
$4,310pptw
$455 single option
Highlights
• XPT rail from Melbourne to Albury with wide open country views
• Pioneering Albury brought to life in streets, stories and museums
• Lake Hume dam wall for sweeping water and mountain vistas
• Guided wander under towering trees in Albury Botanic Gardens
• Holbrook Submarine Museum with hands-on immersive naval history
• Bonegilla Migrant Experience sharing powerful stories of new beginnings
• Pioneer Women’s Hut Museum celebrating ingenuity on the land
• The Man from Snowy River Bush Festival, two days with the re-enactment
Inclusions
• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)
• Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA)
• 13 meals
• 6 nights’ accommodation
• Tours & attractions
• Professional Villa Tour Leader
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Dates & Pricing
Duration: 7 Days
Dates: 13 to 19 April 2026
Activity Level: Active
$4,310pptw
$455 single option
Earn: 86 villabucks
Highlights
• XPT rail from Melbourne to Albury with wide open country views
• Pioneering Albury brought to life in streets, stories and museums
• Lake Hume dam wall for sweeping water and mountain vistas
• Guided wander under towering trees in Albury Botanic Gardens
• Holbrook Submarine Museum with hands-on immersive naval history
• Bonegilla Migrant Experience sharing powerful stories of new beginnings
• Pioneer Women’s Hut Museum celebrating ingenuity on the land
• The Man from Snowy River Bush Festival, two days with the re-enactment
Inclusions
• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)
• Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA)
• 13 meals
• 6 nights’ accommodation
• Tours & attractions
• Professional Villa Tour Leader
Itinerary
Day 1. Perth to Melbourne (D)
We collect you from home and transfer you to the airport for your journey to Melbourne. Settle into your centrally located hotel and enjoy a welcome dinner this evening.
1 night: Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne
Day 2. XPT rail to Albury, Lake Hume & Botanic Gardens (BD)
Transfer to Southern Cross Station and board the XPT for a smooth run to Albury. On arrival, admire the historic station precinct, then enjoy time for lunch at your leisure. Walk the Lake Hume Dam wall for sweeping views and join a guided tour of the Albury Botanic Gardens. Check in and dine locally.
5 nights: Comfort Inn Blazing Stump, Wodonga
Day 3. Jindera, Holbrook Submarine & Ettamogah Pub (BLD)
Step into pioneer life at Jindera Pioneer Museum with talk and morning tea. Continue to Holbrook for an included pub lunch, then explore the Holbrook Submarine Museum’s engaging exhibits. Later, call in at the iconic Ettamogah Pub before returning to Wodonga for dinner.
Day 4. Bonegilla Migrant Experience & Albury at leisure (BD)
At Bonegilla, stories of post-war arrivals come to life on a guided visit of historic Block 19. After lunch at your leisure in Albury, enjoy free time to browse Dean Street boutiques, riverside walks or local galleries. Dinner is included this evening.
Day 5. Man from Snowy River Bush Festival – Re-enactment (BD)
Travel to Corryong and take your seat for the stirring re-enactment of Banjo Paterson’s classic. Hear the poem as riders thunder across the arena and soak up festival colour through the afternoon. Return to Wodonga for dinner.
Day 6. Festival day two, Pioneer Women’s Hut & Corryong (BL)
Return to Corryong for a pub lunch before visiting the festival for the second day of bush poetry, market stalls, music and arena events at your own pace. Visit the Pioneer Women’s Hut Museum to explore remarkable domestic history collections, then enjoy time in Corryong township before our late afternoon return. Dinner is at leisure today.
Day 7. Albury to Perth (B)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your journey home. On arrival in Perth, we will see you safely home.
Itinerary is subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. Call 08 9754 2026 for details.
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Guide:
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
eg. BLD indicates three meals included on that day of the itinerary.
PPTW is per person twinshare accommodation.
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You will be required to embark/disembark coaches, trains and other transport via steps unaided. You must be able to carry your own luggage and walk short distances. Stairs may need to be negotiated at times. Travellers with walking aids (sticks and walkers) are welcome and those requiring accompanying assistance and/or carer may consider these holidays.
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Required to walk confidently and unaided.
Expect guided walking tours of attractions with occasional inclines and stair climbs, some long days and multiple hotel changes during the holiday. Your accommodation may require access via stairs, a short walk to reach hotel facilities and have showers over baths. Travellers with walking sticks are welcome unless there is overnight rail or overnight cruising - please check with staff.
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Requires some fitness. Involves longer days filled with activities, excursions requiring standing and walking for extended periods of time and nature-based activities. You will be required to walk confidently over uneven ground and surfactant at a timely pace.
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