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The Q Train Private Dining Experience - First Class - For 2

Highlights

  • Dine on the iconic Q Train in a private First Class compartment
  • Savour a delicious 5-course degustation menu with matched beverages
  • View stunning landscapes of the Bellarine such as Swan Bay

Enjoy the tastes of the Bellarine, travelling between Drysdale and Queenscliff in a private First Class compartment with degustation meals and paired beverages.

What's included?

  • Three?hour return journey in a private First Class compartment
  • Five?course seasonal degustation showcasing local Bellarine and Geelong produce
  • Drink on arrival at The Q Train
  • Paired beer, wine, or mocktail with each course
  • First Class butler service throughout your experience
  • Complimentary tea and barista-made coffee
  • Stop at Queenscliff & Suma Park Stations for photos and views

All aboard The Q Train, Australia’s premiere award-winning moving restaurant. Travel along the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff where you’ll be wined and dined over the course of a three-hour degustation experience. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted with a drink before taking a seat in your beautifully restored private First Class cabin. You will be served a lavish seasonal degustation featuring produce from Geelong, Bellarine, and the greater Otways region, with thoughtfully paired beers, wines, and mocktails.

Make short stops at Queenscliff and Suma Park stations where you can stretch your legs while taking photos of the scenery. It will be hard to take your eyes off the beautiful vistas of bushland, farmland, and Swan Bay as you trundle along the tracks. This is the perfect way to enjoy regional Victoria in excellence!

Important information

  • This experience is approximately three hours in duration.
  • Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure.
  • Participants must be 18 years and over, children are not permitted.
  • Please advise of any dietary requirements or food allergies at the time of booking.
  • Please advise of any mobility or accessibility requirements (wheelchair, extra leg room, etc) at the time of booking.
  • If booking private transport, it is recommended that you select a pickup time 20 minutes after your scheduled return.
  • Smoking is strictly not permitted anywhere on The Q Train or under the station verandah canopies.
  • Responsible service of alcohol applies. The Q Train reserves the right to refuse service to intoxicated guests.
  • Change your booking up to 48 hours prior to scheduled start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

This voucher is valid for two people.

Please wear smart casual attire. No thongs or singlets.

This experience is located at Drysdale Railway Station 2-10 Station Street, Drysdale, VIC 3222.

Reviews

4.8
50 reviews
5 stars 46
4 stars 1
3 stars 1
2 stars 0
1 star 2
Recommended

Finally got around to this amazing experience

Damian 26 July 2026

True to the red balloon reputation, our experience with the Q train was amazing. This was a voucher from our kids and we finally got to use it. The Q train staff are so welcoming and friendly. Their knowledge of the food and wine was very enjoyable. And tasted fantastic. We went on a Monday and booked nearby walking from the accommodation, to throughly enjoy a great present .

Customer Experience

Hi Damian, thanks for your feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed the Q Train experience and the wonderful food, wine, and hospitality. What a special gift to finally enjoy!

27 July 2026

Recommended

Perfection at its best…

Sara 4 July 2026

The fusion of train, five star food and wine, and amazing people looking after us was just perfect. Remy showed us to our table and popped in to ensure all was cleared and wonderful. Shalia presented the wines and dishes, she was just amazing. Vincent introduced himself and spoke about the dishes and we discovered he was responsible for the delicious desert. We were met by everyone and farewelled at the end. We felt very special. There was an opportunity to buy some of the wines as we left. We will certainly return and hopefully with family next time. Peter and I had the 1st Class experience and we couldn’t recommend it highly enough. The carriage with many tables will certainly accommodate others we would like to share the experience with. Thank you so much to everyone who made its Q Train moment perfect… from Sara and Peter

Customer Experience

Hi Sara, what an incredible experience! We're so glad the food, wine and service made you feel so special, and it's wonderful to hear the team helped create such a memorable day.

6 July 2026

Recommended

Q Train was fabulous!

Ruth 3 July 2026

Had a wonderful experience on the Q Train. Service was outstanding. Every course was delicious showcasing wine and produce from the Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula. It felt special and a truly luxe experience

Customer Experience

Hi Ruth, Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear the experience felt so special, from the exceptional service to the incredible food and regional produce on offer. It sounds like a truly memorable journey, and we appreciate you sharing your experience with us.

5 July 2026

Recommended

Q-Train was amazing

Gayle 25 June 2026

Couldn’t be happier to have been gifted the experience of dining on the Q-Train. The food was amazing and the staff were so friendly. We loved it and will recommend it to everyone.

Customer Experience

Hi Gayle, Wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed the experience. We appreciate your recommendation and kind words.

29 June 2026

Recommended

Q Train Dining Experience

Barb 17 May 2026

We had an amazing trip on the QTrain in first class. The meal was delicious paired with wine to match. We were well looked after by our waiter and I would recommend this trip for a different meal experience

Customer Experience

Hi Barb, it’s great to hear about your positive experience. Thank you for your kind words and feedback!

18 May 2026

Recommended

QTrain First Class was a wonderful celebration

LESLEY 2 May 2026

The First Class QTrain was a wonderful way to celebrate our 58th Wedding Anniversary. Having delicious 5 Corses served by our personal Butlerr with all his knowledge made it more interesting trip from Drysdale to Queencliff.

Customer Experience

Hi Lesley, we’re so happy to hear about your positive experience! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us and happy 58th anniversary!

3 May 2026

Recommended

Q Train

Ken and Maxine 1 May 2026

An excellent day, arrived early and greeted by friendly staff. Given an overview of the day , provided refreshments and ushered to our first class railway compartment which was very good. The meal, refreshments, service were all excellent while the trip was interesting and enjoyable. Would recommend this trip.

Customer Experience

Thank you for the lovely review! We’re so pleased to hear you had an excellent day. It’s great to know the meal, service and overall experience made it such a memorable trip. We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back again 😊

3 May 2026

Recommended

Great train ride

Kath 28 April 2026

Has a great train ride filled with good food and wine and wonderful service.

Cassie

Hi Kath, thank you for your kind feedback. We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your experience!

28 April 2026

Recommended

Q Train - Great Experience.

Karen 4 April 2026

After boarding the train and being settled in our private compartment, the service just kept coming. Our waitress was very good at explaining each mocktail and each course of an incredible meal using/promoting, local ingredients. The short stops enabled us to get off the train and stretch our legs at places not normally accessible when touring the area. We travelled on the Dinner train and unfortunately missed out on a lot the scenery once the sun set. it has however made us want to travel on the Q Train by daylight , so we will be back again to have a daylight adventure. Thank you family for our Christmas Gift and thank you Red Balloon for providing the introduction to the Q Train.

Cassie

Hi Karen, so pleased to see you enjoyed your experience, we appreciate the time you have taken to share your feedback!

7 April 2026

Recommended

Highly recommended

Adrian 21 March 2026

The service was relaxed friendly and attentive from the moment we arrived, and the food and wine excellent. We highly recommend it!

Customer Experience

Hi Adrian, Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed the relaxed and friendly service, along with the excellent food and wine. We really appreciate the recommendation.

23 March 2026

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