Icons of Outback Queensland

Join your tour host and depart late-afternoon on the Spirit of the Outback for an incredible view of Queensland’s captivating outback. Our journey west takes us through the heritage towns of the Central West.

This epic rail journey arrives into Alpha mid-afternoon where we are met by our Coach Captain, and visit the Tree of Knowledge before departing for Longreach. Tonight we experience a truly spectacular dinner and show, Luminescent Longreach, at the Qantas Founders Museum.

Our journey begins with a guided Museum and Airpark tour at the Qantas Founders Museum, a treasure trove of national heritage that immerses you in the inspiring narratives of one of the world’s pioneering airlines. Our next destination is the renowned Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame, where the rich tapestry of bush history unfolds before your eyes. Stories of bush-rangers, shearers, stockmen, and drovers draw you into the heart of Australia’s frontier spirit. Here, you’ll be treated to a live Outback Stockman’s Show, featuring working dogs, horses, sheep, bulls, and a charming stockman who embodies the outback larrikin spirit. As the day winds down, we enjoy a relaxing sunset cruise along the Thomson River. The evening continues with an outback dinner and show, set beside a crackling campfire under a canopy of twinkling outback stars.

Travelling to Winton we spend time at the Australian Age of Dinosaurs, the world’s largest collection of unique Australian dinosaur fossils and the most productive fossil preparation lab in the southern hemisphere. Enjoy lunch and a guided tour taking in the Fossil Preparation Laboratory and Collection Room and March of the Titanosaurs exhibition at Dinosaur Canyon. Our afternoon takes us to the Waltzing Matilda Centre.

We farewell Longreach this morning before stopping at Swanvale Lookout. Near Jundah, see The Native Well used for centuries as a valuable water source by Aboriginal people. We’ll break for lunch at Windorah’s Western Star Hotel, a classic outback pub, before traveling to Toogunna Plains Farmstay, a 4th generation sheep and cattle property. We’ll stay two nights in beautifully presented, ensuite cabins. Late afternoon, celebrate the glorious colours of the Channel Country with sunset drinks and canapés overlooking rolling, red, sandhills.

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Join our hosts on a station tour today for an insightful look into the unique challenges and joys of living on the land. This afternoon, we visit the Eromanga Natural History Museum, to meet Australia’s largest dinosaur from some 95-million years ago. Enjoy sunset drinks and canapés on the Museum’s spectacular outdoor pavilion. Then savour an exclusive ‘Taste of the Outback’ long-table dinner in their multi-million-dollar Reception Gallery.

Embark on an enriching journey as we explore Quilpie’s opal history, delving into its pioneering past, offering a captivating glimpse into the region’s heritage. Our adventure continues with a venture to Charleville, where we’ll visit the Outback Date Farm. Led by a knowledgeable farmer, we’ll tour the lush date plantation, savouring the delectable fruits. The day unfolds with a unique encounter with Australia’s endangered Bilby, as we gain insights into their crucial role in maintaining ecosystem balance. We finish in Roma, renowned for housing Australia’s largest cattle saleyards.

Today we make our way back to Brisbane, breaking at Toowoomba for lunch with a view. We arrive back into Brisbane Coach Terminal late afternoon.