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This four day guided cycle tour shows you the best of the South Burnett region. The South Burnett is home to a burgeoning wine region, a new rail trail, and a hinterland full of country hospitality.
The South Burnett Rail Trail is a premium cycle route following a paved trail from Kingaroy to Murgon. The Rail Trail itself is a 42km cycle passing through quaint villages and fertile farmland. We’ll spend one day on the rail trail, before continuing cycling to Moffatdale. Then we’ll spend two nights in the Moffatdale Wine Region, with time to enjoy cycling through the vineyards and tasting the wines that make this region truly memorable.
The cycle tour starts with a transfer from Brisbane, and once your guides have picked you up they will show you the best the region has to offer. Along with some fantastic cycling, the group will also visit many of the region’s art galleries and museums, and of course, the great food options along the way.
With all your logistics taken care of including transfers, bike hire, luggage transfers and accommodation, all you need to do is enjoy the cycling each day and take in everything the area has to offer as you travel through the South Burnett Rail Trail and the Moffatdale Wine Region by bike. You’ll have both a guide cycling alongside you and a backup support van in the area, so you can truly relax and enjoy the experience.
52kg of CO2-e PP per day
(157kg of CO2-e PP entire trip)
Day 1
Morning pick up from Brisbane, drive to Kingaroy via Toogoolawah and Yarraman
This morning you will be met by your guides in Brisbane for the drive to Kingaroy. We’ll stop for morning tea at Toogoolawah Condensery and its art gallery. The gallery is home to dynamic and vibrant contemporary art exhibitions, artist projects and performances by regional and national artists. After enjoying the gallery we’ll continue on to our next stop - the Heritage Centre in Yarraman. From there we continue on our scenic drive to Kingaroy. Here we will visit the Kingaroy Regional Art Gallery before checking in to our accommodation for the night. Overnight: Kingaroy.
Meals: Nil
Day 2
Cycle from Kingaroy to Murgon (48km)
The South Burnett Rail Trail starts right in the middle of town at the old train station, conveniently located close to your hotel. There are some long stretches of trail along this section with sweeping views across broad horizons. Today you’ll cycle through fertile farming areas with deep red soil. We'll stop in Wondai for lunch. Wondai is the largest town on the trail and is a quintessential inland Queensland town with a couple of grand Queensland style wooden hotels with huge balconies. After lunch we continue on our way towards the end of the rail trail in Murgon. From there you'll be transferred to Moffatdale where we'll be staying at Dusty Hill Vineyard. Overlooking the picturesque Lake Barambah, located just below the small village of Moffatdale, Dusty Hill Vineyard is one of the region's first established wineries. Overnight: Moffatdale.
Day 3
Cycle Murgon to Moffatdale, then explore the Moffatdale Wine Region by bike (35km)
There is flexibility in the plan for today, however the objective is to explore the Moffatdale Wine Region. We'll start the day with at transfer back to Murgon, where we will begin our cycle to Moffatdale and the wineries. The cycle for today is around 35km taking in different wineries, but the bus is there as a back up should people prefer to be driven around. Either way way you’ll have plenty of time to visit the cellar doors, stop by a gin distillery, sample and purchase some great local produce, and stop for lunch. And with an impressive range of wine varieties including Shiraz, Cabernet-Sauvignon, Merlot and Verdelho (to name a few) there is bound to be a wine or two to suit your palate. Overnight: Moffatdale.
Day 4
Return to Brisbane, trip concludes
This morning we'll start the drive back to Brisbane, but not before we stop in at the Goomeri Bakery for an excellent coffee and a sweet treat. The transfer back to Brisbane will be via Gympie. We'll drop you back at your hotel in Brisbane or at the airport.
What's included
What's not included
The bicycles we provide are hard tail mountain bikes. The bikes are available in a range of sizes, and a specialized bike fitting service is included. Helmet hire, a back rack with one side pannier plus water bottle holder is included.
Electric Bikes are available for hire at an additional cost. The Electric Bikes are available in a range of sizes, and a specialized bike fitting service is included. Helmet hire, a back rack with one side pannier is included.
The South Burnett Rail Trail is a well maintained paved rail trail.
The cycle journey to the Moffatdale Region is generally along low traffic rural roads. The route is well signposted along the way with bicycle images on direction signs and locals are aware of cycle traffic in this region.
You’ll spend 3 nights in clean and comfortable accommodation. The rooms are spacious, clean, double/twin rooms, which have ensuite bathrooms. The first night will be spent in a motel in Kingaroy, and the other two nights will be in cottage style accommodation in a vineyard in Moffatdale. The trip is based on the standard cottages. Supplements may apply where the standard category is not available or an upgraded room is required.
This trip involves 2 days of cycling over undulating terrain. The first day is on bitumen cycle trails for about 40km of the planned 48km route. The second day is shorter and is mostly spent cycling on country roads. This tour is easily cycled on the supplied hard tail mountain bike or you can pay a supplement for an e-bike. As the tour is guided with a support van the guides may change the cycle route due to trail surface, or interest from the group.
Per Person, Twin Share
Brisbane can be reached easily by flights from around Australia or internationally. It is also possible to get to Brisbane driving or by train.
The tour includes a return transfer to either a hotel in Brisbane or the airport. Please let us know where you would like to be dropped off at the end of the trip.
Yes, you need to be a capable cyclist. You will cover up to 60km in a day. We provide hard tail mountain bikes, or you can pay a supplement for an e-bike.
Of course! If you are electing to bring your own bike, it is important that you have a bike fit for purpose. This will be different for every person, as we all have different skills, fitness and opinions and there is no bike made for every scenario. Let us know at the time of booking and a small discount will be applied.
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As the pioneers of self guided active travel in Australia you can expect a seamless experience. Our quality tour notes and logistical expertise sets us apart and ensures a quality experience for you.
Our team is passionate about cycling and their extensive knowledge and experience means you get the very best advice - every time. We will help you tailor the right cycling itinerary for you.
Expect first-class and flexible support both on and off the trail. We've sourced the highest quality bikes and most authentic accommodations so you can enjoy a stress free cycling trip.
By joining this trip you are directly supporting positive impact projects in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
We’ve offset the carbon emitted by this trip by purchasing credits that support important projects that address the UN’s seventeen SDGs, like reducing poverty, affordable and clean energy, reducing hunger, clean water and climate action.
Proceeds from this adventure purchase carbon credits through the world’s largest and most awarded carbon project developer, South Pole, which are invested into projects accelerating the transition to renewable energy sources in developing countries.
Supported projects are based on internationally recognised standards and are third-party audited. They entail a series of positive impacts on the ground, which benefit local communities and ecosystems, that are aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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