Somewhere between Yarraman and Wulkuraka, as the gravel crunches beneath your tyres and the magpies call from ghost gums overhead, it happens.
That moment of peace. That moment of presence. That moment when you realise: this is what the world was supposed to feel like.
It’s not just a bike ride. It’s a passage — through time, through country, and back into yourself.
And for those of us in life’s second act — retirees, grey nomads, seekers of slower joys — the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail offers a rare kind of magic. A trail reborn from a forgotten railway line. A journey best experienced on two wheels. And a freedom that feels, well, earned.
The BVRT wasn’t always a destination. Once, it was a railway hauling timber, cattle, and coal through Queensland’s farming country. Then it was disused, overgrown, nearly forgotten. And then — like so many of us rediscovering adventure later in life — it came back stronger than ever.
Today, the BVRT is Australia’s longest continuous rail trail.
A 161-kilometre ribbon of hard-packed gravel winding through farmland, bushland, creeks and heritage towns. From Wulkuraka to Yarraman — and every stop in between — the trail delivers a kind of slow, steady joy that’s hard to find on bitumen or in built-up places.
Now, there’s a new way to experience it — without the logistics stress. The Bike Hire Company, known for their 8 years of experience running tours and shuttles on Victoria’s famous Murray to Mountains trail in Beechworth, has just launched on the BVRT. Their arrival brings the kind of rider-first service and local knowledge that takes the pressure off and puts the focus where it belongs: on the joy of the ride.
They’ll set you up with a dialled-in eBike, offer tips on distances, scenery, coffee stops — and crucially, they’ll shuttle you and your bike, so you can ride one-way without worrying about getting back to the car. Whether you're out for a half-day meander or tackling the full 161 km, you’re supported the whole way.
To celebrate their Queensland launch, TBHC is offering the Rent Love Own (RLO) program — a simple, risk-free way to explore the trail and trial the right eBike for you. Hire one of our trail-tuned Cilo eBikes through The Bike Hire Company and, if you fall in love, the cost of your hire is credited toward purchase. You ride it, love it, then own it — without guesswork.
And if you’re ready to commit, Swiss E-Mobility is also running two Rivertour eBike promotions right now:
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20% off the Rivertour CTFU-06 — a premium step-through touring eBike with integrated battery, upright comfort, and trail-ready performance
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10% off the Rivertour CTFL-06 — a slightly sportier frame with the same Swiss precision and BVRT-friendly range
These eBikes are built for exactly this kind of journey: quiet, confident, and ready for the unexpected. Hills? Handled. Corrugations? Cushioned. Long days? Invited.
And the trail itself? Packed with moments.
Linville to Benarkin is a highlight — a gentle forested climb through dappled light and bellbird calls. The old bridges over Lockyer Creek feel like stepping into railway history. Esk offers one of the best country bakeries in Queensland, and Toogoolawah might surprise you with its burst of creativity and community spirit.
Between the towns are long open stretches that invite reflection and rhythm. This is where the BVRT really works its magic. You settle into your saddle, feel the support of your eBike, and let the ride carry you into something slower and deeper.
That’s what makes The Bike Hire Company’s service so valuable. They take away the logistics — and let you focus on what matters. You don’t have to be a seasoned cyclist. You don’t need special gear. Just come as you are, bring your sense of curiosity, and the rest is handled.
Most towns along the trail are happy to help you recharge your eBike over a meal. And with TBHC’s shuttles available throughout the route, there’s no need to race the clock or ride through fatigue.
This isn’t about doing it the hard way — it’s about doing it your way.
So if the trail is calling, this might be the moment to answer. Reach out to The Bike Hire Company to plan your ideal ride. Or take advantage of the Rivertour offers and make every day feel like the BVRT — even when you're back home.
Because when you finally trade the bitumen for gravel, the rush for rhythm, the noise for birdsong — you might just find the stories you’ve been waiting to live.