{"id":183844,"date":"2025-09-10T15:01:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-10T05:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/latteluxurynews.com\/?p=183844"},"modified":"2025-09-11T18:06:54","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T08:06:54","slug":"west-coast-wilderness-railways-joins-caoa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/latteluxurynews.com\/2025\/09\/10\/west-coast-wilderness-railways-joins-caoa\/","title":{"rendered":"West Coast Wilderness Railways joins CAOA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Cultural Attractions of Australia<\/strong> has added Tasmania&#8217;s West Coast Wilderness Railway as its newest member, and third in the island state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Operating from Queenstown and Strahan, the heritage railway follows the original 1890s line once used to transport copper to the coast and is one of the few places in the world where the unique Abt rack-and-pinion system still operates.\u00a0The West Coast Wilderness Railway brings to life the stories of the region\u2019s pioneering past, its enduring communities, and the landscapes that have shaped them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The operator has created three immersive experiences, ranging from 4.5-hour journeys through ancient rainforest to a three-day hosted adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"gsbp-2027ff1\" src=\"https:\/\/latteluxurynews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WCWR_May_2025204-1132x560-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1132\" height=\"560\" loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Part of <strong>Tourism Australia\u2019s Signature Experiences of Australia<\/strong> program, CAOA brings together 18 of the nation\u2019s landmark\u00a0cultural\u00a0attractions. From galleries and museums to historic sites and performing arts, the collective showcases the diverse stories that define Australia\u2019s identity. Each member offers curated, behind-the-scenes experiences that add layers to travellers\u2019 itineraries, connecting them with the people, histories, and the stories at the heart of these remarkable places.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Among the other members are the National Gallery of Australia, Sydney Opera House, Sovereign Hill, the Australian War Memorial, and in Tasmania, MONA (Museum of Old and New Art) and the Port Arthur Historic Site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"gsbp-44ebad4\" src=\"https:\/\/latteluxurynews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/WCWR_May_2025438-1132x560-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1132\" height=\"560\" loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe addition of the West Coast Wilderness Railway comes at a time when inbound visitors are increasingly seeking\u00a0cultural\u00a0experiences, with travel trends showing a strong preference for diverse and authentic encounters,\u201d\u00a0said <strong>Sally Cope Executive General Manager Industry, Tourism Australia<\/strong><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>&#8220;The Railway offers travellers an unforgettable way to experience both Australia\u2019s heritage and natural beauty and is a powerful example of how\u00a0Cultural\u00a0Attractions of Australia continues to showcase the very best of our country\u2019s\u00a0cultural\u00a0stories to the world.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ian Robertson, General Manager of WCTR<\/strong>, said: \u201cThe West Coast Wilderness Railway winds through a land rich with history, heart, and community. 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