A great value tour to Longreach and surrounds including Winton, Australian Age of Dinosaurs, Stockman's Hall of Fame, Qantas Founders Museum, Camden Park Station, Thomson River Sunset Cruise, Outback Dinner and Movie
Depart on the Spirit of the Outback (scheduled to depart at 1.55pm) for your journey to Longreach. Relax and enjoy the views of the rugged mountain ranges and farming areas of the Queensland coast before making our way inland on our Outback Adventure. Overnight Spirit of the Outback (All meals included in First Class Sleepers)
Upon waking this morning on the train, the green hills of the coast have given way to the color of rustic reds and sunburnt plains. We pass through historical towns of the outback on our way into Longreach. Arriving in Longreach, we then transfer to our motel before making our way to the amazing new Luminescent Longreach show which is a 20 minute spectacular night time light and sound experience designed to delight, entertain, inform and move. Stand amongst iconic aircraft as world class projection mapping and 360 degree immersive sound brings the 100 year story of Qantas to life with the mighty Boeing 747 serving as a primary canvas, told through 3D animation, traditional animation and illustration. Overnight Longreach Motor Inn (D)
Following breakfast this morning, we make our way to the Stockman’s Hall of Fame. First the Cinema: A Story of the Australian Stockman – a fully immersive cinematic experience showcasing virtual and real footage across a 16m screen – featuring the birth of a nation through the eyes of the Australian stockman. We then explore the museum with an audio self walking guide on a journey retracing the footsteps of the men and women who built our nation. Next we experience the Stockman’s Life – Live Show with undercover grandstand seating in the Outback Stockman Arena, up close and personal experience with the stars of the show – human and four legged, live sheep muster, working dogs, horsemanship and stockman activities. After our morning at Stockman’s Hall of Fame, we make our way into town and enjoy some time to wander the historical streets and grab a bite to eat if you wish. Then we will depart for a Sunset Cruise on the Thomson River, followed by an Outback Campfire Dinner and Movie. Overnight Longreach Motor Inn (B,D)
This morning following breakfast we depart for Winton and make our way to the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum of Natural History. We have a guided tour of the museum which houses the largest collection of unique Australian dinosaur fossils and learn about the bone and fossil extraction process. Next we make our way to Winton for lunch followed by a tour of this fascinating town, including Arnos Wall the Musical Fence, the new Waltzing Matilda Centre and Banjo Patterson’s Musical Wall which is a dedication to the man who first performed this ballad in Winton. We return back to Longreach in time for dinner. Overnight Longreach Motor Inn (B,D)
This morning we the Qantas Museum for a tour of the 747, Original Hangar and museum, learning about the QANTAS story. This afternoon, we visit historic Camden Park Station and visit the Unknown Swagman’s Grave, Longreach’s highest lookout and 125 acre solar farm, recently built on the property. We then enjoy our farewell dinner in the 100yr old wool shed which is the quintessential Outback Experience. Overnight Longreach Motor Inn (B,D)
We board the Spirit of the Outback this morning departing at 10am for a magical journey home. Relax and enjoy the sun burnt plains and historical towns of the Outback. Overnight Spirit of the Outback (All meals included in First Class Sleepers) (B)
Today you will arrive into Brisbane (noon) after enjoying a charming rail journey from Queensland Outback with lots of fond memories of incredible Longreach, Winton and the Big Sky Country.
*Itinerary valid for 2023. 2022 operates to a different itinerary.
B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner
| 2023 Departure Dates: |
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| 15 April, 20 May, 24 June, 26 Aug, 2 Sep |
| Twin Share | Sole Use | Rail Fares | First Class Sleeper | Seat Only |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2120 + rail | $2480 + rail | QLD Pensioner | $480pp | $50pp |
| Aust. State Senior | $720pp | $235pp | ||
| Adult BQuick | $860pp | $285pp |
| 2022 Departure Dates: |
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| 9 July (SOLD OUT), 10 Sep (SOLD OUT), 29 Oct |
| Twin Share | Sole Use | Rail Fares | First Class Sleeper | Seat Only |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1990 + rail | $2310 + rail | QLD Pensioner | $480pp | $50pp |
| Aust. State Senior | $720pp | $235pp | ||
| Adult BQuick | $860pp | $285pp |
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