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From $1655pp 7 Days Carnarvon Gorge Cattle & CoalEnquire NowFully Escorted Coach and Rail Tour from Brisbane to Rockhampton returnFive Star Wilderness Safari Lodge - Coalfields - Gemfields 
Tour Highlights & Inclusions
  Day 1. Tue: Tilt Train to GladstoneBoard the Tilt Train for a relaxing journey along the scenic Queensland coast to the prosperous harbour city of Gladstone. You will arrive late afternoon where you will be greeted by your Hostess & Coach Captain. See the pretty display of lights on the ‘City Sights By Night’ tour of this lovely seaboard city. Arrive & check-in at Rydges Hotel. (LD) Day 2. Wed: Biloela, Moura, Carnarvon GorgeThis morning we make our way out of Gladstone, to the agricultural and mineral rich Callide Valley. On reaching Biloela we take a scenic tour to a look-out which offers excellent views overlooking the operation of the open cut Callide Coal Mine. Enjoy morning tea and an informative tour of Greycliffe Homestead before touring the Silo. We move on through the broad-acre farming areas and the large coal mines around Moura, past the foothills of the Expedition and Shot-Over Ranges to the majestic Carnarvon National Park for the next two nights, staying at the 5 star Carnarvon Gorge Wilderness Lodge (BMTLD) Day 3. Thu: Carnarvon GorgeToday we have organised a range of tours with different fitness levels for you to choose from. Take in the natural wonders of Carnarvon Gorge NP, offering an oasis feel in the gorges, springs and creeks which are surrounded by pockets of lush rainforest, ancient rock-art galleries & abundant wildlife of birds, platypus and kangaroos. Overnight at the 5 star Carnarvon Gorge Wilderness Lodge. (BLD) Day 4. Fri: Rainworth Station, Rubyvale, EmeraldThis morning we head north through some of the best cattle and farming country in the Central Highlands, to the historical Rainworth Station, now a working cattle station. Leaving here we head through Springsure viewing the `Virgin Mary Rock’ and Mt Zamia, heading for the Gemfields. At Rubyvale we take a guided underground mine tour before fossicking for some beautiful gems. After a full day we move on to Emerald for our overnight stay at the Emerald Motor Inn. (BMTLD) Day 5. Sat: Blackwater, Rockhampton, YeppoonThis morning we take a fascinating on-site tour at a real working coal mine, where we experience the scale of the operations and the massive equipment used in the coal mining industry. Enjoy lunch at the Blackwater International Coal Centre before we continue on into the beef Capital of Australia, Rockhampton. Tonight we enjoy a fabulous comedy variety show at Footlights Theatre Restaurant. Overnight Rydges Capricorn resort at Yeppoon (BLD) Day 6. Sun: Koorana Crocodile Farm, Rockhampton, GladstoneSleep in this morning and enjoy a leisurely hot buffet breakfast at your own pace. We depart mid-morning for Koorana Crocodile Farm, a commercial farm and home to over 3000 saltwater crocodiles. After lunch we travel on to Rockhampton for a quick town tour then past the heritage listed Botanic Gardens on our way to Gladstone for our last night together. Overnight Rydges Hotel (BLD) Day 7. Mon: Tilt Train to BrisbaneAfter breakfast we depart for Gladstone Railway Station for our return journey on the Tilt Train. (BL) N.B. Due to inclement weather conditions and road access in this isolated area, it is necessary that travel insurance is taken out to cover travel delay expenses in the event of unforeseen circumstances. B = Hot Breakfast Prices and Dates
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Terms and ConditionsTRAVEL INSURANCE; is NOT included but strongly recommended. TOUR CONDITIONS; Fun over 50 arrange tours on the conditions that they are not liable for any damage, injury or loss which may occur due to accident, delay, irregularity or defect of any vehicle, vessel or accommodation. TOUR ITINERARY; Is a guide only and although Fun over 50 will make every reasonable effort to adhere to the program, we reserve the right LUGGAGE; Should not exceed one medium suitcase per person not exceeding 20kg. We also recommend a day bag for use aboard the coach. DEPOSITS; Applicable deposits per person are required to secure booking and are non-refundable. FULL PAYMENT to confirm price and booking is required 60 Days Prior to Departure CANCELLATION conditions apply to Land Content and Rail Fares (pensioner admin fees are non-refundable once ticketed) as below. |
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Tour Operator: Fun Over Fifty 7 Days Carnarvon Gorge Cattle & CoalTour Code: FO50-Carnarvon Tour Categories: Outback Queensland Coach Tours | Coastal Queensland Coach Tours | Tilt Train |  Send to friend |
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