Overview

What you'll do

Join us on the Mary Valley Tour, which includes a ride on the Mary Valley Rattler, lunch, and a visit to Kenilworth.

Tour Highlight

Enjoy a private tour of the best spots in Mary Valley. Take in the breathtaking natural landscapes, indulge in a delicious local lunch, and sample local wines at Dingo Creek Vineyard. You'll also experience a chocolate tasting in the charming town of Kenilworth. Along the way, your local guide will provide informative commentary about this special region.

What is included?

Allinclusive tour with award-winning Joel's Journeys Noosa, Queensland and Australia Top Tour Guide
Oneway ride on the Mary Valley Rattler Classic Steam Locomotive (ticket included)
Lunch with a drink in the heart of the Mary Valley, Kenilworth
Free time to explore the donuts, chocolates and cheeses in Kenilworth
Panoramic view of the Mary Valley from hidden lookout in Imbil
Guided Fig Tree Walk with giant figs and birdlife
Sightseeing and stunning scenic country drives
Door to door pickup and drop-off from your home or accommodation
Commentary throughout the day from experienced local guide
Comfort of a luxury vehicle with reclining seats and USB port for each seat

What is not included?

Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Traveller Restriction

N.A

Prohibited Items

Itinerary

Noosa Heads Nature & Scenic Tour Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do

Explore the full itinerary for Mary Valley Tour with Mary Valley Rattler in Noosa Heads, Australia. This nature & scenic tour experience includes 5 stops over 1 day. Duration: 7 hours. Activity level: Light.

No meal included on this day.

No accommodation included on this day.

Here is the starting point

Gympie

Stop: 105 minutes

You’ll be picked up to start the day with a beautiful scenic drive to the historical Gympie Station for your one-way journey on the Mary Valley Rattler classic steam locomotive. You will have time to explore the historical station and its museum, get a close look at the classic steam engine, buy a souvenir, and grab a drink from the station cafe if you wish. You will then depart on your train for a one-way, one-hour experience on the Mary Valley Rattler classic steam locomotive to the historical Amamoor station.

Amamoor

Stop: 30 minutes

Once you have arrived at Amamoor station, you will have time to appreciate this small country town and watch the steam engine get turned around on a historical turntable.

Imbil

Stop: 30 minutes

Next we take a nice country drive to a picturesque little town called Imbil, previously nominated as one of Queensland’s top tiny tourist towns. Here we’ll explore the corners of this pretty little town, including the town lookout with a panoramic views of the Mary Valley.

Kenilworth

Stop: 100 minutes

We then continue our scenic country drive to the heart of the Mary Valley, Kenilworth, where you will be treated to a delicious lunch and drink of your choosing. Don’t eat too much for lunch, because you will want to save room for the delicious donuts, chocolates and cheeses on offer in the main street of Kenilworth, that you will have free time to explore after lunch.

Mary Valley

Stop: 45 minutes

Your final experience on this tour will be a 1.2km guided fig tree walk through giant figs and a forest alive with birdsongs. This walk is paved and flat and optional. Alternatively, guest who don't feel comfortable doing this walk can enjoy the creekside park nearby the conjunction of the creek and the Mary River.

We will then complete our journey with another country drive towards the coast to drop you at your accommodation by no later than 4:30pm, in time for sunset and dinner.

This concludes the tour.

You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.

What travelers say about this tour

43 reviews

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Erika M
Apr 2026
Beyond expectations
Right from the start, Joel went above and beyond, making us feel completely relaxed and welcome for a full day of touring, fun, and discovery. We loved learning about the local landscapes, charming townships, and delicious food! We thoroughly enjoyed every moment and will absolutely be booking another tour on our next visit to the Sunshine Coast!... Read more
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Jeanette T
Feb 2026
Amazing Day
We had an absolutely wonderful day! Joel was attentive, warm, and brimming with knowledge about the countryside. If you're looking for an unforgettable outing, we can't recommend Joel's Journey enough!... Read more
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Christine
Jan 2026
Superlative
Joel personally guided our Mary Valley Tour today, delivering an entertaining, informative, and thoroughly engaging experience. It's a wonderfully relaxing way to take in the beautiful hinterland of the Sunshine Coast. First class and highly recommended — thank you, Joel!... Read more

Mary Valley Tour with Mary Valley Rattler

Overview

What you'll do

Tour Highlight

What is included?

What is not included?

Traveller Restriction

Prohibited Items

Meet your host

Itinerary

Noosa Heads Nature & Scenic Tour Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do

Here is the starting point

Gympie

Amamoor

Imbil

Kenilworth

Mary Valley

This concludes the tour.

What travelers say about this tour

Beyond expectations

Amazing Day

Superlative

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