Embark on an unforgettable journey through Longreach and Winton, where you’ll visit the birthplace of QANTAS and the Stockman’s Hall of Fame. Learn about the pioneers and bush legends who left their mark on this fascinating region. But the adventure doesn’t end there – travel back in time at the award-winning “Age of Dinosaurs” Museum in Winton. You don’t want to miss out on this epic tour, starting and ending in Brisbane by rail or Longreach on your own arrangements. Book now and experience the best of Australia’s history and nature. Join us for an adventure that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime!
Today you will depart on the Spirit of the Outback Train departing Roma St Station for your journey to Longreach in your Economy Seat or upgrade to the Sleeper Cabin with all meals. Relax and enjoy the views of the rugged mountain ranges and farming areas of the coast before making our way inland to the Queensland Outback. Overnight Spirit of the Outback Train (All meals on the train for Passengers in Sleeper Cabins) Note: Passengers note using the rail service, please see Day 2 for details QANTAS have daily flights Ex BNE
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 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, Meals (D) Longreach Motor Inn OR Longreach Deluxe Cabins Note: Passengers arriving under own arrangements, please arrive today and meet at the accommodation.
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 waking guide on a journey retracing the footsteps of the men and women who built our nation. Then we enjoy A Stockman’s Life –Live Show: Undercover grandstand seating in the Outback Stockman Arena, up close and personal experience with the stars of the show –human and four legged. Following our morning at SHOF, we make our way into Town and enjoy some time to wonder 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 a Riverside Outback Campfire Dinner Meals (B, D)
The NEW Waltzing Matilda Center, This morning following breakfast we depart for Winton and make our way to the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum of Natural History. We will 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. We then make our way into Winton for lunch followed by a tour of this fascinating town, including Arnos Wall the Musical Fence, Tour of the New Waltzing Matilda Museum and Banjo Patterson’s Musical Wall which is a dedication to the man who first to perform this ballad in Winton. Meals (B, D)
This morning we board Longreach’s only Heritage Rail Motor. 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. Then we head off for a tour of the 747, Original Hangar and Museum (B,D)
Following breakfast this morning we will board the Spirit of the Outback departing at 10am for a magical journey home. Relax and enjoy the sun burnt plains and historical towns of the Outback. Meals (B) Overnight Spirit of the Outback Train (All meals on the train for customers in Sleeper Cabins Passengers) Note: Passengers not using the rail service, please check out by 10am and enjoy the remainder of your time in Longreach (Extra nights upon request)
Today you will arrive in to Brisbane Roma St Station at 12 Midday after enjoying a charming rail journey from Queensland Outback with lots of fond memories of incredible Longreach, Winton and the Big Sky Country.
Return Rail on the Spirit of the Outback Train Note: Flights EX Brisbane to Longreach are available under own arrangements if you do not want to use the rail service.
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