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 Campfire Dinner.
Depart on the Spirit of the Outback scheduled to depart at 2.40pm departure 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 colour of rustic reds and sunburnt plains. We pass through historical towns of the Outback on our way into Longreach arriving late afternoon when we will transfer to our motel with time to freshen up for our group Welcome Dinner. 4 Nights: Longreach Motor Inn (D)
Today we make our way to the Stockman’s Hall of Fame. First the Cinema story of the Australian Stockman – a fully immersive cinematic experience showcasing virtual and real footage across a 16m screen. We then explore the museum and the Live Show – A Stockman’s Life, in the Outback Stockman Arena. Get an up close and personal experience with the stars of the show, human and four legged, live sheep muster, working dogs, horsemanship and stockman activities. This afternoon, we make our way into town and enjoy some time to wander the historical streets or join the Optional Extra: Cobb & Co Stagecoach Experience. Then we will depart for a Sunset Cruise on the Thomson River, followed by a Riverside Outback Campfire Dinner. (B,D)
Optional Extra: Cobb & Co Stagecoach Experience
Today is spent at Winton, starting with the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum. We take a guided tour of the museum housing the largest collection of unique Australian dinosaur fossils and learn about the bone and fossil extraction process. This afternoon we visit the Waltzing Matilda Centre followed by a tour of this fascinating town, including Arno’s Wall and Musical Fence. Next, we make our way back to Longreach for a special Stonegrill Dining Experience. (B,D)
This morning, we board Longreach’s only Heritage Rail Motor for an experience like no other. Travelling through the Mulga, arriving at Darr River we enjoy billy tea and smoko. This afternoon we visit the Qantas Museum enjoying the many Qantas stories and a tour of the 747, Original Hangar and Museum. We finish the day with a special Farewell Dinner and Paddock to Plate Sunset Tour. Starting this landmark historical tour, we explore the rich history and workings of an ex-sheep station, the iconic Camdem Park Station. We enjoy nibbles and sunset drinks before transferring to Longreach Station for our Paddock to Plate dinner experience, capping of a wonderful experience in the outback. (B,D)
We board the Spirit of the Outback this morning 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 at 11.50am after enjoying a charming rail journey from Queensland Outback with lots of fond memories of incredible Longreach, Winton and the Big Sky Country.
B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner
| 2025 Departure Dates: |
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| 26 April, 14 June, 12 Jul, 4 Oct, 25 Oct |
| Twin Share | Sole Use | Rail Fares | First Class Sleeper |
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| $2600 + rail | $3000 + rail | QLD Pensioner | $480pp |
| Aust. State Senior | $720pp | ||
| Adult BQuick | $850pp |
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