6 Days Grassroots Opera Trail
Day-by-Day Itinerary
6 Days Grassroots Opera Trail
Day-by-Day Itinerary
6
Days
POA
From Price
Coach Tours
Tour Type
RNO-6DGOT
Tour Code
Brisbane (D)
Your Festival of Outback Opera adventure begins today. Check in at Roma Street Station and board the Spirit of the Outback for a legendary rail journey. The train makes its way north to Rockhampton before turning west through the Central Highlands and across the Great Dividing Range into Outback Queensland. Relax to the gentle rhythm of the rails and enjoy warm onboard hospitality, highlighted by talented opera singers who set the tone for the week ahead. Travel in your reserved economy seat ...
Longreach (B,L,S)
Wake to the romance of rail as the train winds through the dramatic Drummond Range, Bogantungan, and Hannon’s Gap. Pass through the charming townships of Alpha, Jericho, Barcaldine, and Ilfracombe, journeying across desert uplands, eucalypt and gidgee scrublands, and into the vast plains of Mitchell grass downs. Arrive in Longreach where your Outback Aussie Tours driver will be waiting to greet you. Settle into your accommodation at Longreach Station (formerly the Longreach Pastoral College) ...
Longreach (B,L,S)
Wake to the romance of rail as the train winds through the dramatic Drummond Range, Bogantungan, and Hannon’s Gap. Pass through the charming townships of Alpha, Jericho, Barcaldine, and Ilfracombe, journeying across desert uplands, eucalypt and gidgee scrublands, and into the vast plains of Mitchell grass downs. Arrive in Longreach where your Outback Aussie Tours driver will be waiting to greet you. Settle into your accommodation at Longreach Station (formerly the Longreach Pastoral College) ...
Longreach (B)
This morning, step aboard the historic 2000-class rail motor at Longreach Railway Station. Feel the rhythm of the rails as the journey reveals wildlife, waterholes, and landscapes rich with natural and cultural heritage. Pause for a short Mulga Walk to learn about bush medicines and sand ridge secrets, before continuing to the Darr River waterhole to boil the billy for smoko. Later, join the festivities at the Longreach Show, a vibrant showcase of rural life with livestock displays, exhibitio...
Longreach (B,S)
Spend a leisurely morning exploring downtown Longreach—browse local shops or enjoy a coffee. Later, visit the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame, discovering themed galleries that celebrate our pioneering spirit. Witness traditional stockman skills and horsemanship at the Stockman’s Live Show. (Lunch today at own expense.) In the evening, experience another Festival highlight: Singing in the Night at historic Camden Park Station. This working cattle property, famously visited by Queen Elizabe...
Longreach (B,L)
Enjoy a relaxed morning before joining Sing, Sing, Sing at The Drover’s Place Cottage. Led by Opera Queensland artists, this uplifting event invites singers of all experience levels to come together for a morning of music, laughter, and connection—a fitting finale to your Festival of Outback Opera journey. After lunch, explore the Qantas Founders Museum and uncover the inspiring story of Australia’s iconic airline. Enjoy a guided interpretive tour, stepping aboard the 747 City of Bunbury for ...
Prices and itinerary subject to change.
Inclusions
- Scenic Spirit of the Outback overnight rail journey from Brisbane to Longreach (economy seat)
- Visits to the Waltzing Matilda Centre and the Australian Age of Dinosaurs
- Dark Sky Serenade open-air concert under the stars
- Ride the 2000-class heritage rail motors on the Great Darr River Rail Run
- Experience the annual Longreach Show and pop-up festival performances
- Explore the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and Stockman’s Live Show
- Evening performance of Singing in the Night at Camden Park Station
- Finale Sing, Sing, Sing community event at The Drover’s Place
- Guided Airpark Tour and exhibits at the Qantas Founders Museum
- 4 nights accommodation at Longreach Station Quarters with shared facilities (formally the Longreach Pastoral College)
- Touring with Savannah Guides Operator Driver/Guide
- All meals as per itinerary – Breakfast included is light continental
- All entries /activities as per itinerary
- Economy seat on QantasLink from Longreach to Brisbane
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