Wednesday – Longreach

Arrive at Longreach by QantasLink flight or Spirit of the Outback train where you will be met by your Savannah Guides Operator driver-guide and transferred to your accommodation. 2 nights Longreach Motor Inn, Longreach. (Guests travelling by rail will depart on the Spirit of the Outback on Tuesday evening).

Thursday – Longreach (B,L,D)

This morning start the day with a leisurely breakfast cruise aboard the M.V Longreach Explorer. Discover the sacred Scar Trees and the magic of being on the water in the middle of the Outback. Explore the fascinating themed galleries at the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and discover inspiring stories of our pioneering heroes. Take your seat at the exciting Stockman’s Life Live Show to see amazing horsemanship and the action of a live muster. Late afternoon, join the Silver-Tails Rail S...

Friday – Winton (B,L,D)

Follow the spectacularly scenic drive between Boulia and Winton. Call in at Cawnpore Lookout to view the stark flat-topped beauty of the surrounding Lillyvale Hills. Visit the historic Middleton Hotel, built during the Cobb & Co. era. It was originally a changing station where tired horses were replaced with fresh horses on the Winton to Boulia route. Uncover the story behind the song that lives in the heart of all Australians at Winton’s Waltzing Matilda Centre. This afternoon, we visit...

Saturday – Winton (B,L,D)

Today we are doing all things local in Winton! Learn how Australian transport pioneers carved our transport network at the Heritage Truck and Machinery Museum. Enjoy a town tour discovering the quirky Arno’s Wall and play a tune on what is believed to be the world’s only musical fence. We will visit the Waltzing Matilda Centre, a museum that tells the story of Waltzing Matilda, Australia’s unofficial national anthem, the Winton region and the Outback. Mid-afternoon, we take a short drive ...

Sunday – Longreach (B,L,D)

The morning begins with ‘Sing, Sing, Sing’ at The Drovers Place – a joyful community sing-along event. Enjoy lunch before taking the chance to relax and get ready for this evening’s event. This evening, we begin with a serene sunset cruise along the Thomson River with the M.V. Explorer showcasing 360 degree views, where the sky turns gold and the water reflects the fading light. Then step into the glamour of the ‘Opera Ball’ at Smithy’s River stage – this relaxed, yet stylish, gathering embod...

Monday - Longreach

Meals: Full Breakfast

Your outback adventure comes to an end when following breakfast, we transfer you to the airport or railway station.

Tuesday – Arrive Brisbane (B)

For guests returning by rail, the Spirit of the Outback is scheduled to arrive into Brisbane at 11.50am. B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner dates & pricing