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Victoria’s historic coastal town of Queenscliff is home to the world’s one and only Blues Train. It is a unique experience that combines four of Australia’s best live blues acts and the beautiful scenery of the Bellarine Peninsula on the Drysdale railway line while aboard a real moving vintage steam train. It is one of Australia’s most spectacular entertainment experiences. <span> </span>The Blues Train leaves Queenscliff Railway Station after guests have enjoyed a delicious meal complemented by fine Australian and local wines. The steam train then makes its way along 16 kilometres of track, gently rocking from side to side, seemingly in beat with the music. It’s a music festival in one night and a progressive party you’ll never forget. Suggested by: Desiree.

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183 sherrill carta
Aug 4th, 2008 at 11:59 am

Starts off at Queenscliff and travels the peninsula. 4 carriages of great australian blues music, whilst wining and dining
182 valerie a cremen
Aug 4th, 2008 at 11:52 am

best blues music experence had in forever, rockin the night away while the train transports you to drysdale and back, fantabulous
181 Jess
Aug 3rd, 2008 at 4:27 pm

The blues train is the ultimate experience: yummy food, fantastic music, and the best company you’ll find in Victoria. Not only did the musicians and kitchen staff live up to all the hype I had heard but all the staff on the train, including Hugo himself, ensured that my mates and I had a great time… I’m addicted. The blues train has now become my home away from home.
180 warren selby-jones
Aug 1st, 2008 at 12:27 pm

A wonderful experience of fantastic music, great musicians and a nice meal with excellent organistion by Hugo and his team. Will go back again very soon, recommend it to anybody.
179 Lu
Aug 1st, 2008 at 9:20 am

Best Girls Night Out in a long time! Great music and great crowd!
178 Paula
Jul 31st, 2008 at 9:52 pm

loved the experience, great bands, great atmosphere what more do you want on a night out
177 Arthur Terry Middleton
Jul 31st, 2008 at 2:46 pm

A great concept, even better when the Arthur T is pulling the Blues Train
176 di mitchell
Jul 31st, 2008 at 2:33 pm

What fabulous fun !!!!!!!
175 Ken
Jul 31st, 2008 at 2:02 pm

A fantastic experience !
174 Hally
Jul 31st, 2008 at 12:00 pm

What a great night. Was singing along all the way.
173 Anji Evans
Jul 31st, 2008 at 11:54 am

From the time you arrive to the time you leave the Blues Train is an extraordinary experience.The atmosphere is party party party!
Even if you don’t think you like Blues music - you will change your mind! The acts are of the highest calibre, full of passion and enthusiasm and certainly know how to gain audience participation.They were dancing in the aisles on the seats and in the carriage!
There is a meal included before you leave Queenscliffe, and plenty to drink form the Bar carriage - just right to get you into the party mood!

This most unique experience is the brainchild of Hugo who is a larger than life Host and knows how to gwt the party going!

If I were to give this points out of 10 - it would be 101 points! Victoria- THE place to be!!!!!
172 Susie
Jul 30th, 2008 at 3:41 pm

Music fantastic, concept of moving from carriage to carriage and groovin’ to the different artist, awesome. Highly recommend this to anyone, even if you’re not a Blues fan. Fantastic night out.
171 Tracey G Johnson
Jul 30th, 2008 at 1:50 pm

I would have to say that The Blues Train is one of the funnest things I have done. Apart from the gentle swaying of the train itself and the great scenery,the way you can get a bunch of musicians, a crowd and a whole lot of dancing in a train carriage is a wonder to behold!
I will go back every year!
170 JENNY GARBY
Jul 30th, 2008 at 11:24 am

The Blues Train is sooooooo much fun, would recommend it to anyone at any age. Something unique about rocking along the Bellarine Railway bobbing away to Blue Music. The atmosphere is purely one of fun. Swapping carriages gives you the opportuntiy to see all those performing in an intimate atmosphere that just makes you want to come back for more. A must do in my books.
169 Maryanne
Jul 30th, 2008 at 10:16 am

It was a really great fun night, you just go to do it!
168 Sam Bellofiore
Jul 29th, 2008 at 9:07 pm

You have not experienced a good dance until you do it on a moving carriage. We ( 4 of us ) had one of the best night we could have hoped for

Thank you H.T.A.
167 Jeremy Wilson
Jul 29th, 2008 at 3:36 pm

I just love the laid back atmosphere, the great music and great people I encounter each time I ‘ride the train’. I love it and keep going back for more. Try it for yourself.
166 Tanya O'Sullivan
Jul 29th, 2008 at 9:35 am

Best Time, Best Fun, Best Bands, Best Train… Will be on it again…
165 Pam
Jul 28th, 2008 at 1:52 pm

Blues and a train ride….fantastic
164 Craig
Jul 28th, 2008 at 10:21 am

The Blues Train rocks! Choo choo
163 chris
Jul 28th, 2008 at 9:28 am

Always a brilliant line-up. Many of our best blues and roots acts start out on the train and return as stars.
162 June Macrae
Jul 28th, 2008 at 9:18 am

Since accidentally coming across the Blues train on holiday many years ago and now living in Victoria I make sure all my friends from the UK take the trip when they come over. It is such a great experience - great food, atmosphere, scenery and music - all everyone could wish for in Autralian Hospitality.
161 mARIAN hEENAN
Jul 28th, 2008 at 8:12 am

Best entertainment and great food - very good value for money. Great weekend away.
160 Ron Mays
Jul 28th, 2008 at 7:39 am

Great night of variety, music and entertainment.
159 Janine O'Connor
Jul 27th, 2008 at 8:23 pm

The most fantastic night out for a group and the bands are A1 - definite party animal stuff.
158 Natalie
Jul 27th, 2008 at 10:36 am

I have been on the Blues Train twice and are heading back in October for another ride. I love it and promote it to all my friends. Queenscliff is a beautiful place to visit and an experience not to be missed..
157 Jeannie Lushes
Jul 27th, 2008 at 9:38 am

…because it is the kool thing to do!!!!!!!!!!
156 James B
Jul 26th, 2008 at 2:32 pm

This is the best entertainment for value that you will find anywhere, My altime favourite would have to be Stringy Bark McDowell - what a legend !
If you don’t go and participate in this you haven’t lived …
155 Annette
Jul 26th, 2008 at 2:05 pm

Great food. Excellent entertainment. A really first rate experience. Will go again next time I’m in Victoria.
154 maureen leverett
Jul 24th, 2008 at 10:43 am

A fantastic experience. Great music, beautiful steam train, good food and wine. What more could one ask for. It certainly is a night out you will not forget! Get a group of friends together and try something really different!
153 Andrew
Jul 23rd, 2008 at 3:05 pm

The train rocks. I’ve been along for the ride three times and love it for the atmosphere, music, beer, beer and beer! Always an awesome night, I only wish there were a few more stops. Host Hugo does a great job. A must do!
152 Ann Millar
Jul 21st, 2008 at 9:05 pm

It is a unique experience that combines four of Australia’s best live blues performers and the beautiful scenery of the Bellarine Peninsula on the Drysdale railway line whilst aboard a real moving vintage steam train. It is one of Australia’s most spectacular entertainment experiences.We had a ball and as locals to Queenscliff invite anyone to come and enjoy the fun that is The Legendary Blues Train
151 isabelle alexander
Jul 19th, 2008 at 1:41 pm

I think the Blues Train is a unique experience. To get to the station you travel through some of Victoria’s most beautiful countryside. Then, you experience food, wine, good local blues musicians on a heritage train. The journey the train takes is a visual treat. The whole thing is also good value. What more could you ask of a good day out?
150 Julie
Jul 17th, 2008 at 7:53 pm

Because the Blues train is the best.
149 joe baranwski
Jul 17th, 2008 at 7:49 pm

Hi. The blues train was one of the best tourist gigs I have been on. the food was great, the music was fantastic, and having the 4 changes sampling 4 different musicial experieces was fantastic. Travelling on a steam train and drinking alcohol and enjoying music…what more could you want..Joe Bara
148 loretta willmot
Jul 17th, 2008 at 7:28 pm

I took a friend with me on the blues train to celabrate my 50th birthday. We are both great fans of the blues and totaly enjoyed the entertainment immensely. The food was glorious with a wonderfull smorgasbord laid out to suit all tastes. We chose the accommodation pakage and we were very welcomed and well looked after. I would recomend this trip to anyone who is looking for something with a difference. You will have a hoot just as my friend and I did.
147 Noel
Jul 17th, 2008 at 1:34 pm

An experience not to be missed
146 Elaine R
Jul 17th, 2008 at 12:31 pm

We just had the best time on the Blues Train and they were so helpful when we had to cancel and reschedule as my partner had to have major surgery

Well done guys looking forward to doing it all over again (minus the surgery)
145 Daamon
Jul 17th, 2008 at 12:23 pm

The Blues Train at Queenscliff is in a great location in general. The train itself is staffed by very friendly people, and the entertainers are simply fantastic!!!

Great music, great atmosphere, unique setting and soooooooo much fun!
144 Gary - Bell Post Hill Vic
Jul 17th, 2008 at 8:36 am

Wicked fun…can’t wait to go again!
143 Michael Walters
Jul 15th, 2008 at 7:44 pm

When getting there is half the fun, this journey is all fun. To be taken on a ride to nowhere accompanied by 4 great blues artists and bands aboard this historic railway. It is a great way to celebrate an aniversary, birthday, weekend away, or just to enjoy the atmosphere, this a number one tourist or music fan MUST DO !
142 Lisa E
Jul 15th, 2008 at 12:11 pm

Great concept and a great way to support local musicians. Get down and keep on rockin’. Toot toot!
141 adrienne
Jul 14th, 2008 at 3:09 pm

What a way to spend a Saturday night boppin to some great music with friends. Can’t wait to go again!
140 Lesley Bell
Jul 11th, 2008 at 12:30 am

I just love trains. Ever since l was l was a little girl l have always love trains. My mum and l would often go on train rides togehter and they were one of the most times that l have enjoyed.
139 Col
Jul 9th, 2008 at 1:34 pm

Have been on this magnificent venue twice in 2 years. Great food, cold beer and, of course, fantastic blues acts. A “MUST DO” for those who haven’t !!
138 Rooster McBlurter
Jul 9th, 2008 at 12:52 pm

We have world class blues musicians in Australia and the Blues Train showcases many of them, which is great for the punters and great for the artists. It is a unique “venue”, has been running for a long time and we all know that it is harder and harder for musicians to get gigs and for punters to see great music.
137 vanessa
Jul 8th, 2008 at 2:33 pm

I bought ticked for my parents anniversary, raved about it so much saying it was a night to remember, great food, fantastic music and good company, the best gift they ever received! Topping it next year is going to be hard! I might have to buy them each another ticket and tag along too!!
136 lynne pilkington
Jul 7th, 2008 at 1:53 pm

Get a few mates onboard and this is a great night to listen to music and have fun
135 Suzanne
Jul 6th, 2008 at 5:37 pm

We had such a great time with good friends, great music and lots of laughs and more laughs Everyone should do it at least once maybe twice or why not make it a regular thing.
134 kathy
Jul 6th, 2008 at 10:46 am

The blues train was fun! it’s an experience…something you just don’t do everyday, which makes it even more enjoyable. Some would walk away from it and say hey, that was really good…others , just want to go back for more.
We are going back for more, because we want to have another taste of that experience.
The food was great, the music good for the soul, the train ride a bit of fun and the ambience fantastic.
133 Shelley
Jul 4th, 2008 at 12:35 pm

I have been on the Blues train twice and we have decided to make it an annual event! We had so much fun…my stomach muscles still hurt from the laughing I did.
The bands are great, and Hugh is such a good host!
Well done!
See you next year!
Shelley
132 Anni Smart,
Jul 4th, 2008 at 1:43 am

We have been on the Blues Train twice and on both occassions we had diifferent musicians. Each time we travelled on the train we met some fantastic people and had a really great time. I highly recommend it, whether you are travelling as a group, a couple or by yourself. The food is wholesome, the music suits all tastes, the staff are friendly and helpful, and the experience is one that can be repeated again and again, as it is different every time….We will be back!!
131 Colin Edmondstone
Jul 3rd, 2008 at 4:12 pm

I have travelled with friends on the train 3 times now and looking forward to the 4th. A great night out.
130 Carry
Jul 3rd, 2008 at 3:42 pm

Wow- what a night! Yummy food, friendly staff, great music and a progressive party you won’t forget. 4 carriages with an excellent blues act on each one. We’ll be going again for sure!! 5 stars
129 Dr Marian Quigley
Jul 3rd, 2008 at 2:42 pm

I celebrated my 60th birthday on the Blues Train together with 17 friends. EVERYONE said how much they enjoyed it. I’d say it was probably the best birthday I’ve ever had. Can’t wait to do it again!
128 Rosalie Darby
Jul 3rd, 2008 at 10:16 am

The Blues Train - a great experience.
The noise, the smell, the atmosphere, the scenery, the tastes and the MUSIC.
What a fantastic combination for a great night out.
127 Brenda
Jun 28th, 2008 at 2:04 pm

The Blues Train combines the best of tourism, it supports blues music, historical significance, fantastic views, friendly staff and is easy to access. Having traveled overseas often and been to some of the best music venues in the world, the Blues Train equals those.
126 Noelene
Jun 26th, 2008 at 1:17 pm

10 out of 10. We were a group of 12 from Bendigo, and all agreed that it was the best fun we have had at such an event. The organisation was fantastic with so many people being served, fed etc. The meal was great, music was fabulous and all the staff friendly. We danced, sang and drank to our hearts’ content. Have recommended it to everyone.
125 Ian Sutherland
Jun 26th, 2008 at 12:09 pm

the combination of great music, great scenery & a magnificent steam train make this a must do experience. the most fun i’ve had standing up.
124 Ray Weymes
Jun 25th, 2008 at 2:26 pm

After a few drinks and a meal at Queenscliffe Station the train gently rolls off to begin the journey. The ocean views at the start of the trip are magic, and the fantastic music is backed up by the clickety- clack of the train.
The views change from dusk to night.
Every one on the carriage seems to be of one mind. To have fun.
Lookingt forward to the next trip
Ray Weymes
123 Ruth Spiegel
Jun 25th, 2008 at 7:47 am

Although I have never travelled the Blues Train my son is a regular performer and tells me of the wonderful people he meets. It is a unique Blues /music venue for people who never knew what `Blues’ was about and a unique tourist attraction.
Good to see that the old rattlers are being used and cared for after 100 plus years of service!
122 Pat Eastwood & john Nelson
Jun 23rd, 2008 at 5:47 pm

Went on the train with ticket purchased by kids for christmas, great gift, food was good, we were lucky & ended up in the dance carriage, what a terrific way to enjoy the blues. (The only thing that was a bit iffy was the toilet facilities, they could be vastly improved, ok for the blokes). Good company and great music
121 Liz
Jun 23rd, 2008 at 1:34 pm

If you love trains, love music and are looking for something different this is the thing for you to try next. Fantastic!
120 Leesa R
Jun 19th, 2008 at 2:51 pm

I have been on the Blues Train at least five times over the past few years - and had the BEST time each and every time! How could you not enjoy this charming and fun journey? From the finest Blues Musicians (my favourite Jimi Hocking!), a great concept (four carriages, four bands), yummy food and plenty to drink if you choose (most people find they enjoy a glass or two by the end of the ride!!), and all organised with flare and fun (what more could you expect from the Fabulous Hugo T. Armstrong!!). It is the sort of night where people of all ages and music taste have fun - I have yet to hear anyone say at the end of the night that they didn’t have a great time. So go on - go on the fabulous Blues Train and have the night of your life!!
119 Linda Dal Castello
Jun 17th, 2008 at 3:36 pm

I think its a fantastic idea to combine train travel and blues music, you get to see more the one band/performer and changing carriages also makes for meeting more people.
118 Jaimi Faulkner
Jun 15th, 2008 at 2:51 pm

The Blues Train is not only set in a distinctive Victorian location, but it utilises the stunningly beautiful Ballarine Penninsula Railway and also supports world class, Independant Australian Musicians!!!
The Blues train is one of the best nights out you’ll experience!!
117 will
Jun 12th, 2008 at 3:36 pm

After a sensational trip with SeaAll Dolphin swims where we discovered the best kept secrets of Pt Phillip Bay we boarded the Blues Train for one of the best nights of our lives. We stayed the night at the Queenscliffe Inn so we could party in to the night and had a late breakie before heading home to Melbourne
116 Peter Catherall
Jun 10th, 2008 at 10:32 pm

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