Outback Queensland - August 2025

Day 1: Tuesday, 12 August — Brisbane

You will be collected from your home and transferred to Launceston Airport where you will meet your guide for your tour as we make our way to Brisbane. On arrival we make our way to our Brisbane accommodation where we check in for one night. After freshening up from our day of travels we meet for our tour briefing followed by our welcome dinner onsite at our hotel.

Dinner Included

Day 2: Wednesday, 13 August — Longreach

This morning, after breakfast we begin our journey to the heart of the Queensland Outback. We will fly directly into Longreach and transfer to your accommodation and enjoy a pleasant meal at our hotel.

Breakfast & Lunch Included

Day 3: Thursday, 14 August — Longreach

Cobb & Co Stagecoach Experience, Starlight’s Cruise Experience

Start the day with the Cobb and Co Stagecoach Experience including the stagecoach ride on the old Longreach to Windorah mail route, home-baked scones and tea at our cafe, followed by a vintage Aussie movie. At 12pm watch the Old Time Tent Show with a billy-can lunch. Transfer back to your accommodation. At around 4.30pm, we’ll pick you up and take you to the banks of the Thomson River for our Starlight’s Cruise Experience. It includes a hearty stockman’s dinner around the campfire with bush poetry and the Starlight’s Spectacular Sound & Light Picture Show featuring an exclusive movie that celebrates legendary local hero Harry Redford.

Breakfast, Morning Tea, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 4: Friday, 15 August — Longreach

Nogo Station Experience, Qantas Founders Museum, Stonegrill® Dining Experience

The first day takes you from your accommodation to the real heart of outback life at Kinnon’s historic Nogo Station. Be inspired and entertained by stories of pioneering life and working station reality with your Outback Pioneers host. Marvel at the merino story in the historic shearing sheds. Experience the incredible station safari in an open-top, double-decker bus. Visit Captain Starlight’s stockyards and have a traditional saddlebag lunch under the gum trees. Transfer to the Qantas Founders Museum (entry included). Take your time to enjoy the museum and 90-minute Jet Tour. Time to freshen up before your Stonegrill® dining experience at The Welcome Home restaurant for the evening.

Breakfast & Dinner Included

Day 5: Saturday, 16 August — Winton

Winton Discovery Day Tour

It’s a 6.35am start for a full-day tour to Winton. Visit the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum, Dinosaur Canyon and March of the Titanosaurs exhibition plus the Waltzing Matilda Centre. Enjoy lunch at the historic North Gregory Hotel and take a stroll down the Main Street before returning to Longreach. Dine at The Welcome Home restaurant in the evening.

Breakfast, Morning Tea, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 6: Sunday, 17 August — Longreach

Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame

Visit the iconic Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame. You’ll have plenty of time to explore the five galleries before lunch at the museum café (at your own cost). Return to your accommodation and decide on dinner. Try a local restaurant or order takeaway...

Breakfast Included

Day 7: Monday, 18 August — Longreach

Depart for Brisbane - Spirit of the Outback departs 10am

This morning, after breakfast, we embark on our train journey from Longreach to Brisbane aboard the "Spirit of the Outback." This captivating experience offers a deep dive into Queensland's diverse landscapes. Spanning approximately 1,325 kilometres, the journey takes about 26 hours and traverses some of the state's most iconic and contrasting scenery.

As the train departs Longreach, you'll witness the vast open plains of the outback stretching to the horizon, with golden grasses and sparse vegetation under an expansive sky. For the first part of the journey, the train travels through the heart of the Queensland outback, making several stops at small country towns such as Blackwater, Emerald, and Barcaldine. Each stop provides a glimpse into life in rural Queensland, offering passengers a chance to stretch their legs and soak in the atmosphere of these charming outback communities.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 8: Tuesday, 19 August — Brisbane

Train - Spirit of the Outback arrives in Brisbane 11.50am
This morning, we continue our extraordinary train journey toward the eastern coast. As we approach Brisbane, the landscape transforms into lush rolling hills, rivers, and denser vegetation. The train travels through the fertile farming regions of Central Queensland, where fields of sugar cane, wheat, and other crops dominate the scenery. The transition from outback to coast is striking, showcasing the diversity of Queensland's geography.

The final leg of the journey brings us into the bustling metropolis of Brisbane, Queensland's capital. As we near the city, the landscape becomes increasingly urbanized, with suburbs and industrial areas giving way to the iconic skyline. The train rolls into Brisbane's Roma Street Station, marking the end of a journey that encapsulates the essence of Queensland—from its remote outback to its vibrant urban heart.

Throughout the journey, the Spirit of the Outback provides comfortable seating and sleeper accommodations, along with dining options that highlight local produce. It’s a memorable way to experience the vastness and beauty of Queensland in a single, unforgettable trip. After disembarking, we will make our way to a nearby hotel to freshen up. In the afternoon, you’ll have some free time to explore the vibrant hustle and bustle of Brisbane, known as the River City. Later, we’ll gather for our final dinner of this unforgettable adventure.

Breakfast & Dinner Included