Inside Quorn train station is the Pichi Richi Railway Museum and also the Flinders Ranges Visitor Information Centre. Twilight Explorer: runs March and November, relax aboard the Barwell Bull and watch the evening sun paint the ranges in sunset colours. The day includes a welcome drink, canapes and a 3 course lunch and is an unique experience for only 22 passengers. The Coffee Pot: unique Steam Motor Coach No.1, the last operating example of its type worldwide. Quorn to Woolshed Flat, return two hours. Travel through the Pichi Richi Pass, a scenic section of the original Ghan Railway, between Quorn and Port Augusta, in South Australias beautiful Flinders. The Pichi Richi Explorer: steam train using South Australian railways carriages, some dating from the 19th century. Port Augusta to Quorn (return), six hours including a two hour stop for lunch in historic Quorn, SA Tourism Tiny Tourism Town winner 2022. The Afghan Express: steam-hauled train using timber-bodied carriages built in the late 1920s.
Offering full or half-day trips between Quorn and Port Augusta, this is the last remaining operating portion of the “Old Ghan” railway line. This historic railway line has been progressively restored and operated as a working museum since 1973 by our dedicated volunteers of the Pichi Richi Railway Preservation Society.
Tickets may be available on the day from Quorn or Port Augusta railway stations (at the station where the service is originating), however to avoid disappointment we recommended you book in advance.Experience the timeless Flinders Ranges aboard the SATourism – Award Winning – Pichi Richi Railway. Monday-Friday 9am–5pm, Saturday & Sunday 9am–4pm. Originally it was developed as a bird sanctuary and place to which he welcomed locals and visitors to. Situated immediately south-east of the Heavitree Gap causeway over the Todd River, Pitchi-Richi was established by the late Leo Corbet around 1955. Booking agents Flinders Ranges Visitor Information Centre The Pitchi Richi Sanctuary was the first popular, man-made tourist attraction in Alice Springs. Please note that the steps on our historic vehicles are narrow and relatively steep. Wheelchair patrons can be accommodated if the wheelchair can be folded and the patron assisted up the steps into their carriage and to a seat by his/her companions. Note: does not apply to dinner trains, Coffee Pot, or special events. Please do not e-mail credit card details.)Ī discount of 10% applies to group bookings for 15 or more people on normal Pichi Richi Railway train services. (Note: for advance booking enquiries only. Telephone (freecall): 1800 PRRAIL (1800 777 245)īooking enquiries by email: This email address is being protected from spambots. Mail, fax and group bookingsĬ/- Flinders Ranges Visitor Information Centre In 1878, construction commenced on the Port Augusta and Government Gums (now known as Farina, which is north of the Flinders Ranges). If you have difficulty booking online please call 1800 PRRAIL (1800 777 245). The narrow gauge railway through the Pichi Richi Pass between Port Augusta and Quorn ( Photo : the author ) Quorn railway station, old Central Australia. The Pichi Richi Railway Preservation Society is a non-profit railway preservation society and operating museum formed in 1973. Book online using our secure booking facility.
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