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DAY 1. Sat – Board Spirit of the Outback (D)
Join us at Platform 10, Roma Street Station in Brisbane, where you’ll meet your tour host and check-in to your sleeper cabin. At 2.40pm, we embark on an unforgettable journey aboard the Spirit of the Outback, offering an authentic and immersive experience of Queensland’s captivating outback. Enjoy the comfort of the air-conditioned train, adorned with thematic touches, as we venture westward. Along the way, we pass through the charming heritage towns of the Central West. Indulge in a delightful dining experience onboard, in the themed restaurant car serving up hearty Aussie meals. 1 Night Stay: First class cabin aboard the Spirit of the Outback
DAY 2. Sun – Arrive Longreach (B,L,D)
Relax today and let the outback come to life in front of your eyes as we wind our way through ever-changing scenery and rugged terrain. This epic rail journey arrives into Barcaldine, the heart of the Queensland Outback, mid-afternoon. We then board our luxury ‘Gold Class’ coach or opulent ‘Diamond Class’ coach bound for Longreach. Travel responsibly knowing all coach emissions are 100% offset. Enroute to our accommodation we visit the famous Wellshot Hotel. 3 nights: 3 Night Stay: Longreach Motor Inn (Gold) or Mitchell Grass Retreat (Diamond)
DAY 3. Mon – Winton Day Tour (B,MT,L,D)
This morning we journey from Longreach to Winton. On arrival, we take a guided tour of the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Exhibit, the world’s largest collection of unique Australian dinosaur fossils and the most productive fossil preparation laboratory in the Southern Hemisphere. Listen and learn from dinosaur enthusiasts, and capture the fossil fever that has gripped the area since the first bones of gigantic Sauropod ‘Elliott’ were discovered. Following lunch, we visit the iconic Waltzing Matilda Centre, honouring Australia’s beloved ballad, before returning to Longreach.
DAY 4. Tue – Longreach (B,L,D)
We start the day with a guided tour of Qantas Founders Museum’s iconic aircraft including the Boeing 747 and new Super Constellation display. Learn about the history and significance of each aircraft and have access to parts of the aircraft you would normally not see as a passenger. Afterwards, as the heat of the day sets in, we spend time in air conditioned comfort, inside the Qantas Museum discovering their interactive displays. Keeping in air conditioning, we visit the famous Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame where bush history slides up close to you with tales of bushrangers, shearers, stockmen and drovers. Late this afternoon we head out to Camden Park Station to learn about life on the land with the Walker family which dates back over three generations. See the 100-year old shearing shed and historical homestead visited by the Queen in 1970. Enjoy sunset nibbles before making our way back to the hotel for dinner.
DAY 5. Wed – Longreach to Emerald (B,L,D)
Departing Longreach, we stop by the Barcaldine Tree of Knowledge enroute to Alpha seeing 27 murals that tell the story of rural life in the region. On arrival at Rubyvale in the Gemfields, we enjoy lunch and a tour of the Miners Heritage walk in Sapphire Mine. Our afternoon takes us to Emerald.. Overnight: Western Gateway Motel, Emerald, Emerald
DAY 6. Thu – Emerald to 1770 (B,L,D)
Departing Emerald we travel via Duaringa through crop and cattle before arriving at Biloela where we enjoy lunch and tour at Queensland Heritage Park. On a guided tour take in a large array of heritage displays which celebrate our nation’s glorious past, our rich heritage and the pioneering spirit of Australia. This afternoon we make our way via Miriam Vale to the Town of 1770. 2 Night Stay: 1770 Lagoons Central Apartment Resort
DAY 7. Fri – 1770 (B,L,D)
This morning we take the ideal getaway on the pink amphibious LARC. Take in the highlights of Agnes Water by land and sea onboard a unique LARC amphibious vehicle. Set out on a fullday adventure crossing tidal creeks, sandy beaches and 4WD drive trails, as you explore the Town of 1770 and Bustard Bay. Stop for lunch (included) on Middle Island, take in the views from the Bustard Head lighthouse, then get your adrenaline pumping as you try sandboarding (optional) down the dunes of Middle Island. Return to 1770 Lagoons Resort.
DAY 8. Sat – 1770 to Brisbane (B,MT)
Homeward bound this morning, we break at historic Childers. We drive past the Backpackers Memorial before making our way home via a lunch break in Gympie.
B = Full Breakfast MT = Morning Tea L = Lunch AT = Afternoon Tea D = Two Course Dinner
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