*POSTPONED DUE TO TRAINS REPLACED BY BUSES* Rail Trail Cycling - Warrnambool to Port Fairy & Overnight at Port Fairy
About this event
** This event is fully booked, but has been postponed due to V/Line being unable to transport bikes on these dates, unless transport via car can be arranged. **
With your bicycle, explore South West Victoria with a return cycle on the Warrnambool to Port Fairy Rail Trail. Travel from Melbourne by train with ample time to explore Koroit, Port Fairy and Warrnambool. Enjoy group accommodation in the historic building that now contains the Port Fairy YHA.
GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Medium, 38 km one way on sealed and gravel paths that are mainly flat.
ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION:
With daylight saving in operation and warmer weather in play, it's a good time to explore the stunning natural environment in South West Victoria at a leisurely pace on our bicycles. The cycling will take place on the trail that opened in May 2012 replacing the former branch train line from Warrnambool to Port Fairy after the rail service closed in 1977. The trail is noted for spectacular scenery on the section from Koroit to Port Fairy.
Equally, Port Fairy has a variety of attractions to explore given its position on the Moyne River and Bass Strait.
BOOKING: ASAP and no later than Tuesday 7th December. To register, click on Get Tickets.
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FURTHER INFORMATION: portfairyaustralia.com.au/plan-your-trip/visitor-information-centres-2
MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 6:40am at Southern Cross Station for departure on the Warrnambool train at 6:55am.
TRAVEL FROM/TO MELBOURNE: Saturday departure is at 6:55am - allow an extra 15 minutes to ensure your bicycle is loaded into the luggage compartment at the rear of the first class carriage. The train arrives at Warrnambool at 10:45am (3 hours and 50 minutes).
- Return trip from Warrnambool on Sunday starts at 5:32pm and arrives back at Southern Cross at 9:09pm (3 hours and 37 minutes).
- Return Fares are $78.40 Full and $39.20 Concession and Seniors. Free Travel Vouchers can be "cashed in" for this trip.
- Another option is to drive to Warrnambool, park the car near the station and cycle with the train group.
MEAL OPTIONS:
- Saturday Breakfast - BYO onto the train with multiple purchase options at Southern Cross Station including a Woolworths Metro Store that opens at 5:30am.
- Saturday and Sunday Lunch - at Koroit with multiple options including pubs, bakery, etc.
- Saturday Dinner - (1) pool funds to purchase food for a BBQ on site at the YHA (plus BYO your beverages of choice) or (2) a pub meal at one of the local venues (NOTE - dress codes may apply which impacts the amount of gear you pack into your panniers).
- Sunday Breakfast - local eateries plus there is a large communal kitchen at the YHA to prepare your BYO food.
- Sunday Dinner - purchase supplies in Warrnambool for eating on the train or trust the limited train buffet options.
ACCOMODATION: The overnight stay will be at the Port Fairy YHA, 8 Cox Street. A reservation has been made for two bunk rooms; this can be increased. Plus, alternative rooms are available such as 2-person occupation. Linen and towls ($2 surchage for the latter) are provided. Expect to pay between $30 to $35 per person for your overnight stay. Check-in is from 4pm on Saturday and Checkout is before 10am on Sunday.
APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Cycling layers to cater for any eventuality - be sure to bring some rain protection. A spare bike tube(s) is imperative if your bike wheel size is non-standard.
LEADER: Garry Oliver | Email LeaderGarryO.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions.
Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.
Image: RailTrails.org.au
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