The Q Train - First Class Private Dining For 2

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
3 hours
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Number of Guests
2 - 2 guests
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Language
English
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Embark on a scenic culinary adventure aboard The Q Train. Savor local food and drinks as you glide along the Bellarine Railway, enjoying stunning views. Experience luxury dining like never before.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

**PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME**


All aboard The Q Train: a moving culinary adventure where heritage charm, local flavours, and unforgettable moments come together on The Bellarine.


The Q Train is an award-winning rail restaurant that travels along the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff.


We’re inviting locals and visitors alike to come aboard our restored carriages and enjoy a culinary journey through the Bellarine Peninsula.


In our Private First Class Dining Compartments, guests enjoy five courses of local produce, each perfectly paired with a local wine, beer or mocktail.


Dine, unwind, and let the scenery roll by.

What You Get

Meals
Five courses of local produce
In-vehicle air conditioning
Air-conditioned vehicle
On-board restrooms
Restroom on board
Private transportation
Guests must make own way to Drysdale Railway Station, however transport can be organised at an extra cost.

Good To Know

  • www.theqtrain.com.au/accessibility for access information
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

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The Q Train

The Q Train is a restaurant that travels along the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff. The train usually departs from, and returns to, Drysdale Station, just an easy 15-minute drive from Geelong. However, on select services The Q Train departs from, and returns to, the Queenscliff Railway Station. Never before has Australia seen a heritage rail line used for showcasing local food, wine, beer and cider. We’re inviting locals and visitors alike to come aboard our restored carriages and enjoy a gastronomical journey unlike anything else you have experienced. We are serving local produce on every journey from the comfort of our refurbished dining cars; providing every customer with a delicious rail journey, and unique views of Swan Bay and the Bellarine. Wine and dine in style with The Q Train.
Admission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

The Q Train, Station Street, Greater Geelong City Victoria, Australia, AU, 3222

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Drysdale Railway Station - Please check timetable for departure point **PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME**
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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A peaceful slow trip to complement delicious slow food
May 20, 2025
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We took the trip on a cool but sunny day. Our minds were blown when we were told the history of the train. My dining companion worked on the train when it was the Sunlander. The peaceful journey wa...read more

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Very disappointed
May 18, 2025
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Unfortunately I find it impossible to give the new degustation a high score. I really feel they are trying to go very “with it”. I am sorry they don’t continue with nice normal, tasty dishes.

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Exceptional 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
May 11, 2025
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What an exceptional outing, perfect! Wonderful staff clearly enjoying our experience too, so lovely, kind and caring, ensuring we'd be 100% satisfied with The Q Train adventure. The cuisine is some...read more

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1st Class Fine dining
May 06, 2025
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Was a great experience, a welcome drink, beautiful 5 course lunch. Scenery along the way was picturesque and serene. Staff were friendly, very welcoming and looked after us well. Wine selection was...read more

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An amazing experience!Never to be forgotten.
April 11, 2025
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The service on the train was superb. We are not wine drinkers but had amazing mock tails made up for each course. Each course was extremely tasty and just the right amount. It was for my husband’s...read more

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