Outback Queensland
Charleville is famous for its unique outback experiences and rich history. It’s well known for the Cosmos Centre, where visitors can explore the night sky through telescopes and learn about astronomy. The town is also renowned for its historical sites, including the Royal Flying Doctor Service base and the Charleville Heritage Precinct. Additionally, Charleville is home to the Murweh Shire’s diverse wildlife, such as the endangered bilby, making it a key destination for nature enthusiasts. Known as the “Heart of Outback Queensland,” Longreach is home to the Qantas Founders Museum, showcasing the history of Australia’s famous airline.
Tour inclusions
8 days tour
28 passengers maximum
Flight to Brisbane, flight from Longreach
Airport shuttle (in pick up zones)
2 accommodation(s)
All breakfasts and dinners
All entry as per itinerary
Free home pick up & drop off
Central Coast passengers
A free home pick up and drop off is provided for most suburbs.
Sydney passengers
A free home pick up and drop off is provided for residents living in the North Shore, & Northern Beaches, North West & Hills district, Sutherland & M5 Corridor.
Passengers outside Sydney and the Central Coast
Our tours are welcome for anybody to join. If you live outside the above areas you can make your own way to Sydney Airport and we will meet you there.
Day 1
Journey from Sydney to Dalby via Brisbane
Holly and the airport shuttles will transfer you to Sydney Airport for your flight to Brisbane Airport where Scott will be waiting to take you to the Dalby Manor Motor Inn. Dalby is at the centre of one of Australia’s richest grain-growing and cotton-growing regions.
Day 2
Into the outback to Charleville
We continue westward, passing through Chinchilla, Miles Historical Museum, Roma & Morven before arriving at Charleville for 2 nights. Staying at Mulga Country Motor Inn. ( 2 nights )
Day 3
Explore Charleville and the Cosmos Centre
A visit to the Royal Flying Doctor and Historic House Museum. We’ll take a ‘Histories and Stories’ Tour at the grand Hotel Corones. After dinner, view the Great Outback Night Sky with a guided tour at The Cosmos Centre & Observatory.
Day 4
Longreach via Tambo and Blackall
Travelling north west , we’ll have a morning tea break at Tambo, with its amazing range of teddy bears made from sheepskin. Our lunch break will be at Blackall, home to the original ‘Black Stump’ and nearby Alice Downs Station where famous gun shearer Jackie Howe set his world record. We arrive at Longreach for a 4 night stay at Longreach Motor Inn.
Day 5
Explore Longreach
We start the day with a gallop along an outback track in a fully-laden Cobb & Co Stage Coach travelling on the original mail route between Longreach and Windorah. Relax on an evening sunset cruise on the Thompson River, followed by a campfire meal with outback entertainment.
Day 6
Barcaldine
It’s back to school this morning in the world’s largest classroom with a tour of The Longreach School of Distance Education. We head to historic Barcaldine which became famous as the centre of the shearers’ strike in 1891. It is home to the Australian Workers Heritage Centre which showcases the experiences of workers and the difficult conditions in which they often laboured in days gone by.
Day 7
Explore Longreach
A visit to the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame & Outback Heritage Centre including the Outback Stockman’s Show. Across the road to the Qantas Founders Museum and a Secrets of The 747 Tour.
Day 8
Journey ho
Some free time in town this morning before we fly from Longreach back to Sydney where Holly and the airport shuttles are waiting to take you home.
FAQs
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How to book a tour?
To book on one of our tours, you first need to call our office on (02) 4382 2039 and speak to Holly or Scott. To secure your booking, a non-refundable and non-transferable deposit of $200 per person is due within 7 days of booking. The balance of the tour is due 60 days before departure.
Please DO NOT send any payment until it has been confirmed by phone that we have availability.
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What are the tour destinations?
We offer a wide range of tour destinations, including scenic locations, historical landmarks, and cultural attractions. Visit our website to explore our current tour offerings.
Are meals included?
Yes, most of our tours include meals. The specific details regarding meals will be provided in the tour itinerary. Please check the tour description for more information.
What is the cancellation policy?
Please view our cancellation policy from FAQ page for more detail.