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8 days, 17 meals. Discover the best of Outback Queensland on this eight-day adventure with the Spirit of the Outback. Experience the heritage of Longreach, the natural wonders of Toogunna Plains, and the unique charm of Roma. Enjoy luxury glamping, historic tours, and gourmet dining under the stars.
- Six nights in premium accommodation and one night on the Spirit of the Outback
- Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director
- 15 meals – 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 6 dinners
- Visit Stockman’s Hall of Fame and Qantas Founders Museum
- Enjoy a five-course degustation at the Eromanga Natural History Museum
This Tour Also Features
- Five-course degustation dinner at the Eromanga Natural History Museum
- Guided tour of a family run Outback Date Farms including lunch
- Travel to Longreach on the Spirit of the Outback Train
- Visit to the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and Outback Heritage Centre
- Visit to the Qantas Founders Outback Museum
- Visit Western Queensland Spirit for a guided tour and farewell dinner
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive Brisbane, Embark Spirit of the Outback
Arrive in Brisbane and join the Spirit of the Outback in the afternoon to embark on your outback adventure. Tonight, enjoy a Welcome Dinner on board your train.
Staying Spirit of the Outback
Day 2 - Longreach
Sit back and relax as your train traverses ever-changing landscapes en route to Longreach. Enjoy breakfast and lunch on board and learn about the unique history and culture of this special outback region. Later this afternoon, arrive in Longreach and be transferred to Mitchell Grass Retreat, your glamping accommodation for the next two nights. With an enviable location in the heart of Outback Queensland, Mitchell Grass offers the best of both worlds: spectacular views of the surrounding bushland and a number of activities to make the most of your stay, as well as all the comforts of home including a luxury canvas tent with a private ensuite, air conditioning and an outdoor deck. This evening, savour a sumptuous dinner.
Staying Two Nights, Mitchell Grass Retreat
Day 3 - Longreach
After breakfast, visit Stockman’s Hall of Fame. This must-visit museum pays tribute to Australia’s pioneers and early pioneer days. Join a tour of the museum and gallery and learn about Australia’s heritage and history through the interactive exhibitions. Later, head to the Qantas Founders Museum. Did you know this global airline began in Outback Queensland? Learn about the evolution of Qantas through an immersive tour. This evening, a special dining experience awaits.
Day 4 - Longreach, Toogunna Plains
Hit the road this morning for Toogunna Plains, stopping en route in the red-dirt outback town of Windorah for lunch. Continue to Toogunna Plains, a fourth-generation family-owned sheep and cattle property doubling up as a farm stay. After you check in to your accommodation, enjoy sunset canapes overlooking the rolling, red Kyra Sandhills before savouring a delicious Paddock-to-Plate dinner in your farm stay’s garden.
Staying Two Nights, Toogunna Plains Farm Stay
Day 5 - Toogunna Plains
Start your day with a bespoke station tour, following your guide to the must-see highlights of this sheep and cattle station. After lunch, visit the Eromanga Natural History Museum for an exciting Dinosaur Giants Tour. Here, you’ll meet Cooper, the largest dinosaur to have ever been found in Australia. Listen as expert guides share their in-depth knowledge of fossil hunting and what species of dinosaurs roamed the area. Cap off your visit with an Insider Experience.
Day 6 - Toogunna Plains, Roma
Travel to the outback town of Quilpie, home to ‘The Jewel of the Outback’, the boulder opal. Here, you’ll join a guided tour. Continue to Charleville and drop in at The Charleville Bilby Experience. Here, take a tour of the nocturnal house and observe adorable bilbies during their night-time activities. Listen to an engaging talk by a keeper and learn why these endangered species are worth saving from extinction. For lunch, stop at the family run Outback Date Farms for a delicious meal and an insight into how dates are farmed at this environmentally friendly project. Later, arrive in Roma, home to the southern hemisphere’s largest sale yards. Check in to your hotel where you’ll enjoy dinner tonight.
Staying Two Nights, Roma Explorers Inn
Day 7 - Roma
Discover the secrets of southwest Outback Queensland on an optional experience. Tonight, visit Western Queensland Spirit, the region’s first craft distillery. Take a tour of the distillery before a memorable Farewell Dinner.
Day 8 - Roma, Depart Brisbane
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