Going Places!

Monday May 18 | 6:00pm – 8:30pm

The Royal Society of Victoria – Burke and Wills Room

Slow and Sustainable Travel:

SE Asia Through “The Stans”

Join Geography Victoria for a warm and inspiring winter evening of stories, geography, and sustainable travel.

Enjoy a hearty bowl of soup, test your skills with some light-hearted GeoGuessing, and settle in for a remarkable travel presentation from Robyn and Graeme as they retrace their unforgettable six-month rail journey from Southeast Asia through Tibet, Central Asia and Europe.

Program

6:00 pm – A hearty bowl of soup and fresh sourdough on arrival

6:30 – 7:00 pm – GeoGuessing fun and geographical challenges

7:00 – 8:00 pm – Robyn and Graeme present highlights from their 2025 rail journey, followed by Q&A

8:00 – 8:30 pm – Share stories, ideas, and tips for sustainable travel adventures.

About our guest presenters: Robyn and Graeme

Inspired by Around the World in 80 Trains by Monisha Rajesh, Robyn and Graeme set off on an ambitious six-month overland journey from Southeast Asia to Europe and around, guided by a passion for slow and sustainable travel.

Travelling primarily by rail, they covered well over 20,000 kilometres by train, following an extraordinary route through Southeast Asia, China, Tibet, the fascinating "Stans", Turkey and Europe. Their adventure also included navigating more than 30 urban metro systems, adding another dimension to the logistical and geographical richness of the journey.

This is far more than a travel talk. It is a fascinating exploration of how landscapes, cultures, and human connections reveal themselves when we move more slowly through the world.

From vibrant Asian cities to the immense open spaces of Central Asia, Robyn and Graeme’s journey offers practical insights and inspiration for anyone interested in sustainable travel and geographical discovery.

Come along for an evening of stories, maps, landscapes and inspiration, and discover the magic and mystery of a truly remarkable railway odyssey.

Share your story or tips and be inspired to take the sustainable options on offer across the globe.

Bookings essential – this promises to be a popular winter event.

Cost: $15.00

Going Places!

Slow and Sustainable Travel:

SE Asia Through “The Stans”

Image: Yusuf Onuk - from Unsplash

Contact the host of Geog Vic Going Places Series | Slow Sustainable Travel | SE Asia to Europe by train