Mungo National Park Tours from Sydney to Broken Hill - Sydney 

Options to depart tour at Broken Hill on day 4 and or take a day tour Mutawintji National Park (if operating) for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history.

Mungo National Park Tours Discover Outback NSW and this ancient landscape, travel the Darling River Run and explore Bourke & Wills camp and wetlands at Menindee Lakes and Kinchega National Park on this Mungo National Park Tour from Sydney to Broken Hill - return via Dubbo Taronga Western Plains Zoo to Sydney (overnight with the wildlife except in school holidays)

Day 1 – Depart from Sydney – travelling via the famous “Dog on the Tucker Box” (Canberra pickup available) over the Great Dividing Range to Wagga Wagga, and on past Narrandera in the Heart of Australia's food bowl, the Murray Darling Basin and Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, then Hay to see the Shearers Hall of Fame at Shear Outback and learn of the rich life in the wool industry in early NSW. Overnight Hay for a hearty local meal and overnight stop.

Day 2 – Into the desert and Mungo National Park to explore this ancient lakebed environment. Here the stories of the regions from Aboriginal guide (when available), and learn of the oldest known ritual burial in the world. Discover the Walls of China and megafauna history of the area, explore the ancient Willandra Lakes and the historic sheep station and large and impressive shearing shed that served the area for around 100 years. Overnight Mungo Lodge, Mungo National Park.

Days 3 – Travel the Darling River via Pooncarie, Menindee and Kinchega National Park. Explore the memorial to Burke & Wills camp on the lakeshore and a haven for wetland birds. Dinner at famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of murals from Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame) Overnight Broken Hill.

Day 4 – Explore Broken Hill highlights (your choice) including Pro Hart Gallery, The Line of Lode Lookout and Miners Memorial plus Desert Sculptures or Mutawintji National Park (optional extra cost for day tour) for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history. Overnight Broken Hill

Day 5 - Depart Broken Hill via Wilcannia - once a rich and thriving port for the paddle steamers transporting wool and check out the spectacular sandstone architecture. We then cross the Darling River again and head for Cobar with its history of copper mining, and now gold. On via Narromine (gliding capital of Australia with a massive new solar farm) to arrive Dubbo Zoo for dinner and overnight with the Big 5 beasties.  Overnight Dubbo Zoo (No zoo stay rather nearby stay during school holidays)

Day 6 - Enjoy a morning zoo tour, then on to Mudgee for lunch at a vineyard and optional winetasting at Poets Corner, before the home run via Lithgow (check out the Zig Zag railway), and Bells Line of Road viewing the spectacular Grose Valley and a stop at the Mt Tomah Botanic Gardens with spectacular seasonal blooms and numerous Wollomi Pines, then Bilpin to Sydney

6-day tour – Cost includes 5 nights motel accommodation, all meals, 4WD travel, twin share or double.

Inclusions –

• 6 days 5 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation - twin share or single supplement available - see booking link
• Genuine small group tour vehicle - usually 4WD GXL Landcruisers - 4 people per 4WD
• Professional Driver Guide
• All meals
• Darling River Run via Pooncarie, Menindee Lakes
• Hay – Shear Outback Centre
• Mungo National Park & China Walls sunset tour
• Menindee – Lakes & Burke & Wills Camp
• Broken Hill & Silverton - Pro Hart Gallery, mine tour, history, Mining & railway museums
• Return optional tours or meets rail to Sydney or Adelaide
• Darling River Run via Pooncarie, Menindee Lakes, Wilcannia  
• Mudgee wine tasting
• Blue Mountains
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.
• Tour price supports Outback Kids & Nature Care projects.
• COVID-19 safe compliance
• Sydney city or en route pickup

• BOOK HERE

• Or Call 0417 244 600 or 1300 763 188

Darling River Run, Macquarie Marshes, Brewarrina, Bourke & Broken Hill Tours

From Sydney to Broken Hill

Connect with the wonder of up to 35,000 birds breeding in Macquarie Marshes. Tour from Sydney (or reverse from Broken Hill or Adelaide), via Macquarie Marshes NP, Back O’ Bourke, Gundabooka National Park, and the banks of Australia’s longest, the Darling River, plus Kinchega National Park and Menindee Lakes. Sydney to Broken Hill. Return by train or plane, or continue to Adelaide for Lake Eyre.

From Adelaide Lake Eyre tour options

Join us to explore these unique wetlands with now 35,000 water birds breeding

MACQUARIE MARSHES

The Macquarie Marshes are an extensive wetland system covering an area of 220,000 hectares in north-west New South Wales, representing one of the largest semi-permanent wetlands in south-eastern Australia. Macquarie Marshes are a well known habitat of many water birds with over 60 species sighted here with a reported 42 of the species using the ideal conditions for a breeding place.

Darling River, Macquarie Marshes, Bourke & Broken Hill Tour

7 or 8 days (6 or 7 nights) – Explore these Outback NSW Rivers and Wetland highlights. Now teaming with life after rejuvenation floods. Includes 2 nights at the Willie Retreat to explore Macquarie Marshes NP, Back O’ Bourke, Gundabooka National Park, and the banks of Australia’s longest river, the Darling River, before Kinchega National Park and Menindee Lakes and 2 nights in Broken Hill. Return by train or plane, or optionally continue with us to Adelaide for optional Womadelaide Festival Connection options to Sydney, Broken Hill or Melbourne and Lake Eyre tours & flights.

DATES TBC – Darling River, Macquarie Marshes, Bourke & Broken Hill – from Adelaide or Broken Hill to Sydney. (Reverse of above) Explore Outback NSW Rivers and Wetland highlights. Now teaming with life after rejuvenation floods. Includes 2 nights at the Willie Retreat to explore Macquarie Marshes NP, Back O’ Bourke, Gundabooka National Park, and the banks of Australia’s longest, the Darling River, with Kinchega National Park and Menindee Lakes and 1 night in Broken Hill. Connection options to Sydney, Broken Hill or Melbourne. Do 3 or 4 day Lake Eyre Tour & Flight prior, travel overland to Broken Hill & SAVE. Reverse of the following itinerary.

Corner Country, Wilpena Pound, Flinders Ranges, Birdsville, Arkaroola & Lake Eyre –From Broken Hill or Adelaide to Birdsville, Cooper Creek, Lake Eyre via Coongie Lake wetlands & Sturt National Parks, Outback NSW, Moomba, Innamincka, Birdsville, Burke & Wills Dig Tree, Lake Eyre Tour & Flight, Flinders Ranges to Adelaide.Connection options to Sydney, Broken Hill, Adelaide or Melbourne.

Darling River, Macquarie Marshes, Brewarrina, Bourke & Broken Hill Tours

Details for Westbound tour – Sydney to Broken Hill & Adelaide option

Day 1 – Depart Sydney 8am via Blue Mountains and Katoomba with a brief stop at Echo Point and the Three Sisters. We visit the Silo Art, part of the Silo Art Trail phenomena helping revitalize communities across Australia at the old cement works at Portland  Travelling via the Great Western Highway we pass through Bathurst, where the NSW gold rush started, and was base for the worlds largest transport network at the time, the Cobb & Co coach company operating 30,000 horses. We stop for lunch by the Macquarie River at Wellington, after visiting the Wellington caves where Bush Ranger Ben Hall used to hide out. Passing through Dubbo, we are following the Macquarie River and heading for the marshlands. The soil & climate are getting dryer as we pass through Narromine (cotton growing), Trangie and Warren were we follow the river valley to our overnight at Willie Retreat in the marsh lands. BLD

Day 2 – We have all day to explore this lush lively area. Ibis, Egrets, Cormorants, Spoonbills and Herons are but a few of the breeding species found at the Macquarie Marshes. The Marshes include native plant species of Common Reed (Phragmites australis) and River Red Gum (Eucalyptus camaldulenis). Enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch in the marshlands, tour to “Sandy Camp” and experience the nature reserve section of the Northern Marshes visiting the ‘outback’ towns of Carinda (and outback pub) and Quambone. Overnight Willie Retreat. BLD

Day 3 – Travel the outback desert roads to Brewarrina, and see the Barwon River Aboriginal stone fish traps, over 6000 years old estimated to be the oldest man-made structures on Earth! We lunch in Bourke, with time to view the new Back O’Bourke Exhibition centre for some local history, including SR Kidman’s story as we are on the “Kidman Way”, the great droving route of Australia/’s famous cattle king. In the afternoon we take a Darling River cruise on the paddle boat PV Jandra. Paddleboats ran the Darling until 1931. The Darling River is over 1000 Km long and its headwaters stretch from central NSW to South East Queensland. We relax on the river, as the Jandra holds takes us on a one hour cruise that will give an insight into the paddleboat days and modern life on the river. The Jandra leaves from Kidman’s Camp at North Bourke. Overnight Bourke. BLD

PV Jandra

Day 4 – This morning we head south with the Darling River to explore Gundabooka National Park. The park has open plains, a beautiful creek-fed gorge, and significant rock art and of course the magnificent Mt Gundabooka. There are 3 access points to the horse shoe shaped mountain ie the Mulgowan (Yapa) Art Site Walk – A wonderful easy trail which crosses a small rocky bluff into the Mulareenya Creek full of rock pools river gums and rock art on some of the overhangs. The Dry Tank walk, providing a wonderful setting for camping, the Dry Tank area is also an ideal picnic spot as it is here that the Little Mountain trail provides a wonderful view of Mt Gundabooka via a well marked interpretive walk.

The Ngama Malyan (Valley of the Eagle) walk via Bennett’s Gorge is an easy 1 km walk leads to a wonderful picnic spot at the base of Mt Gundabooka. The area of Gundabooka is the country of the Ngemba and Barkinji people. In addition to the area being vital for stone, water, food and medicine; it also holds major significance in terms of ceremony and creation. It is a major site on a great western songline. We travel down the river now meandering with the shady river gums, to the small river town of Louth were we overnight. Louth is a tiny and insignificant settlement on the banks of the Darling River which was established in 1859 when T.A. Matthews built a pub to cater for the passing river paddle boats carrying wool and wheat, and land-based trade. Louth was also a stopover on the Cobb & Co run. BLD

Tilpa Pub

Day 5 – We have an easy start to the day and travel the eastern side of the river, passing some of the grand old sheep stations that brought great wealth to this country over 100 years ago. At Tilpa, we cross the river to check out the pub and town, and enjoy some refreshments. Tilpa was once a thriving port and a ‘crossroad’ for people and trade moving along and across the Darling. The town has a monument to Breaker Morant, and is a popular place for fishing, bush walking and bird-watching ! We overnight here or optionally, depending on road conditions, at White Cliffs, NSW opal mining country. BLD

Day 6 – White Cliffs has a last-frontier kind of appeal. Its quirky, laconic residents have many stories to tell of wealth won and lost. Opals were found in the area as early as 1884 and the first store and hotel opened in 1892 as miners arrived to dig their fortune. By 1900, the population had risen to 1,000 people. To beat the summer heat, miners turned disused shafts into homes, stores and even hotels, a tradition that continues today. Here we will view the White Cliffs Solar Power Station and take a heritage town tour & opal mine tour. Heading through Wilcannia, a once important river port, we travel the western side of the Darling River to Menindee Lakes and Kinchega National Park with afternoon tea here and time to view the plentiful bird life before arrival in Broken Hill for overnight. BLD

Day 7 – Broken Hill was one of NSW wealthiest cities in its heyday when silver, lead and zinc were discovered, and where Australia’s biggest company BHP, built its wealth. The mine is past its use by date, but the town has revitalized, partly thnaks to the creative spirit of artists like Pro Hart. There is much to experience here, so the day is flexible enabling you to focus on things you want to see. Consider also a day tour to Mootwingee National Park. You can visit Pro Hart gallery or numerous others. An optional mine tour is a highlight of Broken Hill, as you descend into the once great mine on the ore lode operated by BHP. A Silverton tour is on the agenda late afternoon. Silverton has starred in countless films, television shows and commercials as a rustic original outback mining town. Once a bustling home to 3,000 people, residents began to leave in the 1880s when the nearby mines of Broken Hill commenced. Silverton offers a thriving art scene, a beautiful landscape and rustic old buildings of the rich heritage of the region. BLD

Day 8 – Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before tour ends at 10am, or join us to travel to Adelaide for lake Eyre, the Womadelaide festival or your preferred activities. Transport connections include rail from Broken Hill to Sydney or daily flights, Mildura or Melbourne options.

Darling River, Macquarie Marshes, Bourke & Broken Hill 7 days Darling River Run –Connect with the wonder of 35,000 birds breeding in the revitalized Macquarie Marshes. Tour from Sydney (or reverse from Broken Hill or Adelaide), via Macquarie Marshes NP, Back O’ Bourke, Gundabooka National Park, and the banks of Australia’s longest, the Darling River, plus Kinchega National Park and Menindee Lakes. Sydney to Broken Hill. Return by train or plane, or continue for Lake Eyre or other destinations.

Lake Eyre tour options

Includes all meals, entry & park fees, professional guide, Darling River boat cruise, luxury 4WD transport.

8 days/7 nights – Darling River Run from Sydney to Broken Hill includes 2 night in Broken Hill.

Follows on from above tour – NSW / QLD Cameron Corner Country Tour from Broken Hill, via Tibooburra, Milparinka, Cameron Corner, Moomba, Innamincka – See Details https://spiritsafaris.rezdy.com/265487/cameron-corner-country-tour-from-broken-hill-to-broken-hill-4-days

 

Return by train or plane, or continue to Lake Eyre or Cameron Corner Country & Tibooburra or Adelaide - with connecting tours.

From Sydney to Broken Hill or Adelaide options.  Extend to Adelaide available $165

All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure.  Should you require a booking for 1 person please call us direct to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.

Inclusions –

• 7 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation - twin share or single supplement available - see booking link
• Genuine small group tour vehicle - usually 4WD Landcruisers
• Professional Driver Guide
• All meals
• Paddleboat cruise at Bourke
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.
• Tour price supports Outback Kids & Nature Care projects.

BOOK HERE Or Call 0417 244 600 or 1300 763 188

Departs Sydney to Nyngan, Bourke, Louth, Tilpa, White Cliffs, Broken Hill. Then meet optional tours to Lake Eyre, Innamincka, Dig Tree, Cameron Corner Country

Travel down the mighty Darling River Run from Bourke to Wilcannia then Broken Hill, with a visit to White Cliffs opals fields & miners stores.

Join this small group 4WD tour from Sydney (or reverse from Broken Hill or Adelaide to Sydney) via the Blue Mountains, Bathurst, Mudgee wine country, Dubbo (the Hub of the West), Narromine (soaring capital of Aust.) and Nyngan (1990 flood town) to overnight in Bourke (with paddle boat cruise).

Day 1 - Sydney to Dubbo via Katoomba, Charles Darwin monument, Portland silo art, bushranger Ben Halls cave at Wellington to Dubbo overnight

Day 2 - Dubbo is the Hub of the West on the great western plains of NSW with its big history of sheep and wool production. A stop at the flood rescued town of Nyngan then Bourke with Paddle Boast cruise, via Macquarie Marshes. Overnight Bourke

Day 3 - Paddle Boat cruise, explore Bourke then enjoy Gundabooka National Park (scenic walks & Aboriginal rock art), and travel the banks of Australia’s longest, the Darling River via historic Louth, and Tilpa \plus Dunlop Station, a 45 stand and first mechanical woolshed owned by Sir Samuel McCaughey (Riverina irrigation pioneer) to Wilcannia and White Cliffs opal fields, then on to Overnight White Cliffs and sleep underground.

Day 4 - Explore White Cliffs settlement and opal fields, with at source opal buying opportunites, then back to the Darling River Run to Menindee & Menindee Lakes with Bourke & Wills camp, and Kinchega National Park before arriving Broken Hill for the evening and dinner at the famous Mario's Palace Hotel. Ibis or Desert Sands Hotel or similar for Overnight Broken Hill

Day 5 - Tour completes after breakfast and hotel checkout at 10am

Return by train or plane, or continue to Lake Eyre or Cameron Corner Country & Tibooburra or Adelaide - or return to Sydney via Lake Mungo with connecting tours.eg Mungo National Park Tours to Sydney

From Sydney to Broken Hill or Adelaide options. 

All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure.  Should you require a booking for 1 person please call us direct to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.

Inclusions –

• 4 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation - twin share or single supplement available - see booking link
  
• Genuine small group tour vehicle - usually 4WD Landcruisers
  
• Professional Driver Guide
  
• All meals
  
• Paddleboat cruise at Bourke
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.
• Tour price supports Outback Kids & Nature Care projects.

BOOK HERE Or Call 0417 244 600 or 1300 763 188

Cameron Corner Country 4WD Tour -NSW / QLD  / SA Corner -4 Day Corner Country from Broken Hill return to Broken Hill via Tibooburra, Milparinka, Moomba, Innaminka, Dig Tree, Cameron Corner – Explore in the footsteps of Burke & Wills (visit the Dig Tree) this remote and fascinating area around the junction of the NSW, QLD & SA borders. 4 days from Broken Hill (or Sydney Adelaide or Melbourne by rail, fly or coach options available) -

Details below  ...

Explore in the footsteps of Burke & Wills (visit the famous Dig Tree & historic reserve) this remote and fascinating area around the junction of the NSW, QLD & SA borders, known as Cameron Corner. Travel through giant sheep stations from over 100 years ago, witness the Moomba oil fields & mighty Cooper Creek at Innamincka. Travelling in our luxury 4WD Landcruisers, you can stand at the famous Cameron Corner, and stay overnight at the "corner store". Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art sites and hear the tales of the great Cattle drives as we travel the Strzelecki Track - pioneered by Captain Starlight as he stole 1000 cattle from Queensland QLD in 1870. Later, Sidney Kidman & Co and many others made their fortunes on the track pioneered by Starlight.

Cameron Corner Country Tour Details ...

Day 1 - Depart Broken Hill (or Adelaide day prior) through the Barrier Ranges on the Silver City Highway via Packsaddle for Milparinka and the Albert Hotel. Appreciate this once thriving gold mining town at the restored Milparinka Heritage Precinct. We check out the Tibooburra pub and considerable town before heading into the Sturt Desert & crossing the Grey Range with a stop at Fort Grey. The park protects an enormous arid landscape of space and solitude. The rolling red-sand dunes of the Strzelecki desert ripple through the western section, graduating past surprising wetlands surrounded by white sands. After some great opportunities for photos, and to explore we arrive at Cameron Corner on the 3 states corner (NSW, SA & QLD) for a welcome meal and overnight at the "Corner Store" and hotel.

Day 2 - Travel via Bollards Lagoon, the Yellow Bus and Merty Merty station, crossing the sand hills of the Strzelecki Desert, and Creek as we head for the Strzelecki Track and the uncanny Moomba oil & gas fields. We pass the geothermal power plant / hot rocks project of Geodynamics where Australia has the hottest rocks on Earth, outside of volcanic areas.

Geologists think that 10 million years ago, the granites in the Cooper Basin, South Australia, were exposed at the surface. Since that time they have been covered by a sedimentary layer, four kilometres thick, that acts as an overlying blanket; trapping the heat and preventing it from escaping to the atmosphere.

The heat is created by naturally occurring radiogenic decay that heats the granite to more than 250 degrees Celsius. The granite temperatures in Europe are only 180 degrees Celsius. The granite belt in the Cooper Basin is fractured in horizontal layers and these fractures naturally contain water at very high pressures – up to 5, 000 pounds per square inch. Check out the birdlife at sunset on the flooding Cooper Creek before a delicious meal at the Innamincka Hotel, adjacent the Australian Inland Mission hospital, restored as National Parks offices.

Day 3 - A chance for an early walks and look at creek side birdlife - and quirky Innamincka - before we head for the S/ QLD border and Nappa Merrie Station (once owned by S. Kidman & Co) to the Burke & Wills Dig Tree. Here Burke & Wills support team waited 4 months and 5 days and provisions were buried for the northern explorers. The support left in the morning of the same day before Burke & Wills returned, but they were too weak to follow. Lots of history, and birdlife here on the infamous Cooper Creek. Heading south we travel through picturesque desert then sand hill country via Orientos, Santos and Sullivans Tank before crossing the border into NSW at the Warri Gate on the Dingo fence, and once again into the Sturt Desert. Taking in vast stony plains, the towering red-sand hills of the great Strzelecki Desert and the unusual flat-topped mesas around the Olive Downs, this park covers 340,000 hectares of classic outback terrain. Thanks to the protection of the dingo-proof fence, there are large populations of western grey and red kangaroos. We arrive Tibooburra for dinner & overnight at the local hotel in this most remote NSW desert town.

Day 4 - Time to explore Tibooburra, and the Outdoor Pastoral Museum.  Flat-topped mesas and fantastic views characterise the central Jump-Up country. Remnant gidgee woodland, the catchment system of the ephemeral Twelve-Mile Creek and gibber and grass-covered plains dominate the east, while 450 million year old granite tors surrounding Tibooburra form part of the southern boundary of the park. We leave town and  head for Pooles Grave & Depot Glen where in 1845 Charles Sturts men were stranded and lay camp. Travelling south via salt lakes and vast plains we arrive Broken Hill late afternoon wth manay a tale to share.

Fully inclusive luxury 4WD tour includes luxury small group 4WD travel, 4 days with 3 nights accommodation, all meals, professional guide.

Inclusions –

• 4 days with 3 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation – twin share or single supplement available – see booking link
• Genuine small group tour vehicle – usually 4WD Landcruisers with a maximum of 4 people per car.
  
• Professional Driver Guide
• All meals
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.
• Tour price supports Outback Kids &Nature Care projects.

Call Now: 1300 763 188

Mungo National Park Tours from Sydney to Broken Hill & Adelaide

Possible to Meet Lake Eyre to Alice Springs tour from Adelaide or Broken Hill OR Meet Cameron Corner Country tours

Options to depart tour at Broken Hill on day 4 and or take a day tour Mutawintji National Park for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history.

Mungo National Park Tours Discover Outback NSW and this ancient landscape, travel the Darling River Run and explore Bourke & Wills camp and wetlands at Menindee Lakes on this Mungo National Park Tours from Sydney to Broken Hill (or reverse option)

Day 1 – Depart from Sydney – travelling via the famous “Dog on the Tucker Box” (Canberra pickup available) over the Great Dividing Range to Wagga Wagga, and on to Narranderra in the Heart of Australia food bowl, the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, then Hay. Overnight Hay for a hearty local meal and overnight stop.

Day 2 – Visit the Shearers Hall of Fame at Shear Outback and learn of the rich life in the wool industry in early NSW. Then to Balranald and Into the desert and Mungo National Park to explore this ancient lake bed environment. Here the stories of the regions from local Aboriginal guide, and learn of the oldest known ritual burial in the world. Discover the Walls of China and megafauna history of the area, explore the ancient Willandra Lakes and the historic sheep station and large and impressive shearing shed that served the area for around 100 years. Overnight Mungo Lodge, Mungo National Park.

Days 3 – Travel the Darling River via Pooncarie, Menindee and Kinchega National Park. Explore the memorial to Burke & Wills camp on the lake shore, and haven for wetland birds. Dinner at famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of murals from Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame) Overnight Broken Hill.

Day 4 – Explore Broken Hill highlights (your choice) including Pro Hart Gallery, The Line of Lode Lookout and Miners Memorial plus Desert Sculptures or stay longer for Mutawintji National Park for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history. Then travel to Adelaide via Peterborough (railway history) Burra (old Copper mine tour) and tour completion  

Alternatively depart tour in Broken Hill and return by rail or stay a while and enjoy the fascinating history and culture of Broken Hill

Day 5 – Option - Explore Broken Hill in morning then travel to Adelaide or Sydney with us or by rail or fly. OR a few more days in fascinating Broken Hill.OR Lake Eyre from Adelaide or Broken Hill

4 day tour – Cost includes 3 nights motel accommodation, all meals, 4WD travel, twin share or double. Excludes Mutawintji National Park tour cost if chosen

Call Now: 1300 763 188

Mungo National Park and Silo Art Trail Tour from Sydney to Broken Hill & Adelaide

Possible to Meet Lake Eyre to Alice Springs tour from Adelaide or Broken Hill OR Meet Cameron Corner Country tours

Options to depart at Broken Hill on day 4 and or take a day tour of Mutawintji National Park for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history.

Mungo National Park Tours Discover Outback NSW and this ancient landscape, travel the Darling River Run, and explore Bourke & Wills camp and wetlands at Menindee Lakes on this Mungo National Park Tours from Sydney to Broken

Hill (or reverse option)

Day 1 – Depart from Sydney – travelling via the famous “Dog on the Tucker Box” (Canberra pickup available) over the Great Dividing Range to Wagga Wagga, and on to Narrandera in the Heart of Australia food bowl, the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, then Hay to see the Shearers Hall of Fame at Shear Outback and learn of the rich life in the wool industry in early NSW. Overnight Balranald for a hearty local meal and overnight stop.

Day 2 – Into the desert and Mungo National Park to explore this ancient lake bed environment. Here the stories of the regions from local Aboriginal guide, and learn of the oldest known ritual burial in the world. Discover the Walls of China and the megafauna history of the area, explore the ancient Willandra Lakes and the historic sheep station and large and impressive shearing shed that served the area for around 100 years. Overnight Mungo Lodge, Mungo National Park.

Days 3 – Travel the Darling River via Pooncarie, Menindee and Kinchega National Park. Explore the memorial to Burke & Wills camp on the lakeshore, and a haven for wetland birds. Dinner at famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of murals from Priscilla fame) Overnight Broken Hill.

Day 4 – Explore Broken Hill highlights (your choice) including Pro Hart Gallery, The Line of Lode Lookout and Miners Memorial plus Desert Sculptures or Mutawintji National Park for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history.

Day 5 – Explore Broken Hill in the morning then travel to Adelaide via Peterborough (railway history) Burra (historic Copper mine town) and tour via rural South Australia to Adelaide and tour completion this eve.

4 day tour – Cost including 3 nights motel accommodation, all meals, 4WD travel, twin share or double. Single supplement $480. Excludes Mutawintji National Park tour cost

5 day tour – Cost including 4 nights motel accommodation, all meals, 4WD travel, twin share or double. Single supplement $580. Excludes Mutawintji National Park tour cost

REVERSE OF BELOW ITINERARY

Mungo National Park Tours from Sydney to Broken Hill & Adelaide

Possible to Meet Lake Eyre to Alice Springs tour from Adelaide or Broken Hill OR Meet Cameron Corner Country tours

Options to depart at Broken Hill on day 4 and or take a day tour Mutawintji National Park for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history.

Mungo National Park Tours Discover Outback NSW and this ancient landscape, travel the Darling River Run and explore Bourke & Wills camp and wetlands at Menindee Lakes on this Mungo National Park Tours from Sydney to Broken

Hill (or reverse option)

Day 1 – Depart from Sydney – travelling via the famous “Dog on the Tucker Box” (Canberra pickup available) over the Great Dividing Range to Wagga Wagga, and on to Narranderra in the Heart of Australia food bowl, the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, then Hay to see the Shearers Hall of Fame at Shear Outback and learn of the rich life in the wool industry in early NSW. Overnight Balranald for a hearty local meal and overnight stop.

Day 2 – Into the desert and Mungo National Park to explore this ancient lake bed environment. Here the stories of the regions from local Aboriginal guide, and learn of the oldest known ritual burial in the world. Discover the Walls of China and megafauna history of the area, explore the ancient Willandra Lakes and the historic sheep station and large and impressive shearing shed that served the area for around 100 years. Overnight Mungo Lodge, Mungo National Park.

Days 3 – Travel the Darling River via Pooncarie, Menindee and Kinchega National Park. Explore the memorial to Burke & Wills camp on the lake shore, and haven for wetland birds.Dinner at famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of murals fromPriscilla fame) Overnight Broken Hill.

Day 4 – Explore Broken Hill highlights (your choice) including Pro Hart Gallery, The Line of Lode Lookout and Miners Memorial plus Desert Sculptures or Mutawintji National Park for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history.

Call Now: 1300 763 188

Channel and Corner Country Adelaide Broken Hill Innaminka Birdsville Alice Springs 12 Day Tour

• Join tour in Adelaide, Mildura or Broken Hill (rail option from Sydney)
  
• Fully accommodated hotel rooms
  
• Genuine small group - 2-4 per 4WD
• NOT a Bus
• 27 years tours operation
• Pick up available Adelaide, Midura or Broken Hill - please ASK
• Combined tour and past passenger discounts apply - please ask
  

This Small group luxury 4WD travel via Channel and Corner Country Adelaide Broken Hill Innaminka Birdsville Alice Springs 12 Day Tour runs from Adelaide to Alice Springs and beyond to Darwin and Kununurra, via Mungo National Park, Darling River Run via Pooncarie and Menindee Lakes, Burke and Wills camp, Broken Hill, Silverton, Milparinka, Tibooburra, Cameron Corner, Moomba, Innamincka, Dig Tree, Coongie Lakes (access allowing) Mungerannie, Birdsville, Bedourie, Boulia, Tobermorey, Plenty Highway to Alice Springs.

Explore in the footsteps of Burke & Wills (visit the Dig Tree) in this remote and fascinating area around the junction of the NSW, QLD & SA borders and beyond. This tour includes Big Red sandhill viewing the Simpson Desert, Cooper Creek cruise, Boulia, Min Min lights encounter and Plenty Highway desert travel and Gemtree minerals visit.

Fully inclusive luxury 4WD vehicles in small group 4WD travel, 12 days from Adelaide or 11 from Broken Hill (meets arrival by rail option), with 8 nights hotel  / motel / cabin accommodation, all meals, professional guides.

Pick up available Adelaide, Mildura or Broken Hill - please ASK

Includes 2 hour Cooper Creek cruise at Innamincka (seasonal)

Visit the famous Dig Tree & historic reserve, plus Burke's Grave on the banks of Cooper Creek. this remote and fascinating area around the junction of the NSW, QLD & SA borders, known as Cameron Corner. Travel through giant sheep stations from over 100 years ago, witness the Moomba oil fields & mighty Cooper Creek at Innamincka. Travelling in our luxury 4WD Landcruisers, you can stand at the famous Cameron Corner adjacent the Dog Fence. Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art sites and hear the tales of the great Cattle drives as we travel the Strzelecki Track - pioneered by Captain Starlight as he stole 1000 cattle from Queensland QLD in 1870. Later, Sidney Kidman & Co and many others made their fortunes on the track pioneered by Starlight.

ITINERARY DETAILS

Day 1 - Depart Adelaide via scenic Barossa Valley wine country, Berri and Renmark with a wine tasting opportunity for the Mungo Lodge at Mungo National Park. You can choose to meet us this day in Mildura if preferred approximately 2pm. Overnight at Mungo Lodge in Mungo National Park  L,D

Day 2 - Explore Mungo National Park, a World Heritage listed site thanks to Mungo Man man & woman being discovered here, after their 60,000 year old ritual burial. Explore the walls of China, and more history including National Parks display, and the restored woolshed. Next we meet the Darling River at Pooncarie and follow the river to Menindee, Menindee Lakes, and Burke and Wills campsite on the banks of the river. Arrive Broken Hill for overnight.  Enjoy viewing Mario's famous artworks and a well deserved dinner at the famous Palace Hotel from Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame. In Broken Hill we can meet passengers from the Sydney train. 2 nights at Desert Sands Motel or similar, Broken Hill BLD

Day 3 - From Broken Hill, we visit Silverton, where films including Mad Max, and Mission Impossible were made. We visit the Living Desert sculptures, Pro Harts Gallery, the Railway & Historical Museum and Miners Memorial on top of the Broken Hill Line of Lode where the mine was located. Alternatively, you may wish to take an Aboriginal guided tour to Mootwingee National Park (extra cost) Overnight Broken Hill Desert Sands Motel or similarB.L.D

Day 4 - Depart Broken Hill through the Barrier Range on the Silver City Highway via Packsaddle for Milparinka and Depot Glen, where explorer Charles Sturt spent 6 months in 1845 with a team of men, waiting for rain or cooler conditions. This area has been extensively mined for tin, lead and gold and operated large sheep stations. Appreciate this once thriving gold mining town at the restored Milparinka Heritage Precinct. Time to explore Tibooburra, and the Outdoor Pastoral Museum.  Flat-topped mesas and fantastic views characterise the central Jump-Up country. Remnant gidgee woodland, the catchment system of the ephemeral Twelve-Mile Creek and gibber and grass-covered plains dominate the east, while 450 million year old granite tors surrounding Tibooburra form part of the southern boundary of the park. We check out the Tibooburra pubs and considerable town and mining history before overnight here at Family Hotel or Granites Motel BLD

Day 5 - Today we are heading into the Sturt Desert & Sturt National park, crossing the Grey Range with a stop at Fort Grey. The park protects an enormous arid landscape of space and solitude. The rolling red-sand dunes of the Strzelecki desert ripple through the western section, graduating past surprising wetlands surrounded by white sands. After some great opportunities for photos, we pass through the Dog Fence and arrive at Cameron Corner on the 3 states corner (NSW, SA & QLD) for a thirst quencher and souvenirs, and check out the "Corner Store". It is said by the local Queensland residents that the flies come in from NSW, and the dust from South Australia. We travel via Bollards Lagoon, the Yellow Bus site (now buried) and Merty Merty station, crossing the sand hills of the Strzelecki Desert, and Creek as we head for the Strzelecki Track and the uncanny Moomba oil & gas fields. We pass the location of the geothermal power plant / hot rocks project of Geodynamics where Australia has the hottest rocks on Earth, outside of volcanic areas.

Geologists think that 10 million years ago, the granites in the Cooper Basin, South Australia, were exposed at the surface. Since that time they have been covered by a sedimentary layer, four kilometres thick, that acts as an overlying blanket; trapping the heat and preventing it from escaping to the atmosphere.

The heat is created by naturally occurring radiogenic decay that heats the granite to more than 250 degrees Celsius. The granite temperatures in Europe are only 180 degrees Celsius. The granite belt in the Cooper Basin is fractured in horizontal layers and these fractures naturally contain water at very high pressures – up to 5, 000 pounds per square inch. Check out the birdlife at sunset on the flooding Cooper Creek before a delicious meal at the Innamincka Hotel, adjacent the famous old Mission station, restored as National Parks offices. Overnight Innaminka Hotel 2 nights

Day 6 - A chance for an early walk and look at creekside birdlife - the old hospital building (now museum & NP office) and quirky Innamincka - before we head for the S/ QLD border and Nappa Merrie Station (was owned by S Kidman & Co, now Gina Reinhart) to the Burke & Wills Dig Tree. Here Burke & Wills support team lead by Brahe had waited 4 months and 4 days (a month longer than agreed) and had buried provisions for the possibility of the returning northern explorers. The support team left only a few hours before Burke & Wills return, and the supplies were possibly not found, contributing to their demise. Lots of history, and birdlife here on the infamous Cooper Creek. There's time for a cruise on Cooper Creek, and providing the access route is open, we can visit Coongie Lakes, a haven for bird life in the region. Overnight Innaminka Hotel 2 nights.

Day 7 - Travel via Moomba and remote Walkers Crossing through the Stony Desert to the Birdsville Track and Mungerannie Hotel, site of their popular Artesian bore fed wetlands. Overnight Mungerannie Hotel - cabin accommodation with shared bathrooms BLD

Day 8 - Today we visit Cowarie Station on the Warburton River, the major inlow to lake Eyre from the Diamantina River and Goyder Lagoon before a visit to  Kalamurina Wildlife Sanctuary operated by Australian Wildlife Conservancy.  Here we larn of the important local and wiedespread work of AWC with its over 24 sanctuary properties in unique and diverse Australian landscapes. We later travel north on the Birdsville Track to cross the Queensland border and overnight in Birdsville, at the Birdsville Pub BLD

Day 9 - Today we will travel through the sandhills to visit and climb Big Red, the Simpson Desert’s biggest sand hill. We do a Birdsville tour with its fascinating history, visit Burke & Wills marked tree by the Diamantina River, and site of Australias most famous thermal power station. After lunch we depart and travel due north through Channel Country and the Diamantina Shire HQ at Bedourie, crossing several creeks and water holes often hosting wetland birds including Brolgas. Arrive Boulia for overnight at Australia Hotel or Boulia Desert Sands Motel. BLD

Day 10 - The Min Min Encounter is a theatre presentions at the visitors centre, where we learn of the fascinating story of the Min Min lights phenomena -  a mystery of strange red lights appearing and following people in this remote desert region. We depart after the exhibition and town tour for Tobermorey via the Plenty Highway and the northern boundary of the Simpson Desert. The Tobermorey camping area which is set on the Tobermorey Station is a lovely grassed area under trees. It has hot showers, flushing toilets and a shop with some basic goods. We can enjoy an open campfire under the stars tonight. Accommodation is available here in basic cabins with shared bathroom for early bookers. Alternatively or camping option. as we overnight at Tobermorey Station in basic cabin accommodation. BLD

Day 11 - Our journey onward takes us via Jervois, which is our last fuel stop. Jervois is a cattle station, formed in 1960, and one of the last stations to be taken up in the area. We pass by giant termite nests and nearby the rugged Harts Range. Enjoy a stop at the remote Atitjere community Aboriginal Arts centre, nestled at the base of the Harts Ranges, Atitjere is home to around 400 people. Time permitting, a stopover at Gemtree and check out the gems, crystals and mineral specimens as well as local Aboriginal Art and artefacts at this popular gem fossicking region. Arrive Alice Springs for overnight and a celebratory meal together. BLD

Day 12 - After a tasty breakfast tour completes at 10 am. You are free to enjoy the many options available in Alice Springs including the Araluen Cultural Centre & Museum, Old Telegraph Station, or Royal Flying Doctor Base, Desert Wildlife Park, Aboriginal Art galleries, or extended tours to Uluru via MacDonnell Ranges or to Darwin or beyond. B

Day 13 - Depart Alice Springs at 8am and travel via Wycliffe Wells, Barrow Creek, the old Overland Telegraph stations, Mt Stirling and Ti-tree are significant landmarks before we arrive at the Devils Marbles for great photo opportunities at sunset. The day includes visiting the Aileron Outback Art Gallery where we can see artists at work.  Connect with the gold mining history of Tennant Creek, and more of the amazing boulder formations. Aboriginal legend refers to stones like the Devils Marbles as the “Eggs of the Rainbow Serpent”.  We travel via Three Ways where the road from Mt Isa and Townsville join the Stuart Highway. Here we see the John Flynn memorial (father of  the Royal Flying Doctor Service). We cross the Ashburton and Whittington Ranges as we travel via famous outback town of Renner Springs, Lake Woods & Newcastle Waters. Overnight Dunmarra famous outback rest stop.

Day 14 –  Travel via Threes Ways, the John Flynn Memorial and Daly Waters Pub, Matarranka then Katherine, and on to Darwin or Kununurra or Lake Argyle  for overnight.

This fully inclusive tour is by small group luxury 4WD travel.

Inclusions

• Genuine small group 2- 4 per car, in 4WD Landcruisers up to 3 cars
• Professional and experienced driver / guides
• Long established relationships with local Aboriginal people enriches experiences
• Access to remote areas and rock art sites unreachable by most tour vehicles
• Ensuite hotel/motel accommodation except 1 night shared bathroom at Mungerannie, and possible 1 night camping at Tobermorey if booked out.
• All Delicious meals on tour, including vegetarian options.
• All World Heritage and National Park entry and accommodation fees
• Aboriginal Art community visits for “direct from artist” purchases
• Contributions of tour price support Outback Kids and nature care programs.
• You – and Your involvement in a creation much bigger than most can imagine

Exclusions

• Alcohol
• Flights to and from departure points

HIGHLIGHTS

• Pick up available Adelaide, Midura or Broken Hill - please ASK
• Join tour in Adelaide, Mildura or Broken Hill (rail option from Sydney)
  
• Fully accommodated hotel rooms if booked early
  
• Genuine small group - 2-4 per 4WD
• 27 years tours operation
• Combined tour and past passenger discounts apply - please ask

 Please Book Early as departure fast approaches

Broken Hill overnight Peterborough for Steamtown Heritage Tour and experience the Railway Heritage Trail & Tesla Battery Bank to Adelaide for optional National Railway Museum, Steamranger tour and PS Oscar steam paddle wheeler at Goolwa - 2 or 3 days option

This tour intended as an add on to tours completing in Broken Hill to complete in Adelaide - 2 days including entry to locations, all meals and 2 nights accommodation -. Extra days available

Tour Highlights

• Broken Hill - Including the Sulphide Street Railway & Historical Museum with Silverton Tramway locomotives & memorabilia in the original 1905 station building and grounds.
• Silverton - enjoy a beer in the crazy "Mad Max" pub and view a copy of the BHP incorporation document.
• Sculptures on the Hill
• Heritage Rail Trail - Broken Hill, Olary, Manna Hill, Yunta, Peterborough
• Steamtown rail museum and Sound and Light Show at Peterborough
• Tesla battery and wind turbine site near Jamestown
• R.M.Williams memorial and hear his story near Jamestown
• Burra historic town and historic Copper Mine tour
• Arrive at Adelaide approx 6 pm to your hotel
• Optional time at the South Australian National Railway Museum at Port Adelaide  - nearby to the South Australian Aviation Museum
• Optional day trip to Victor Harbour for Steamranger Steam Train – Goolwa to Victor Harbor PLUS heritage Paddle Steamer Oscar W

Peterborough Steamtown Railway

Peterborough was a hero of the 20th century – a hissing, steaming hub of mighty locomotives sitting at the crossroads of a growing nation.

Each night, beneath the stars of the Southern Flinders, a light begins to glow beneath a mighty steam train. There’s a hiss of piston, a rush of steam, the cry of a guardsman – and an incredible industrial legacy slowly comes to life.

Peterborough’s Steamtown was once a vast rail operation where over 100 steam locomotives passed through each day before heading to all corners of Australia.

Today, that legacy is preserved – and you’re invited to experience it for yourself.

In daylight hours, you’ll tour the sheds and the extraordinary heritage-listed ‘Roundhouse’ before getting hands-on with heroic locos and luxury carriages. And at night, you’ll thrill to the award-winning ‘Sound and Light Show’, when this powerful story plays out on a stage like no other.

Heritage Rail Trail

 From Broken Hill to Port Pirie

The Heritage Rail Trail helped transform Australia from an agricultural outpost to an industrial economy in the late 1800s and early 1900s. The railway line transported silver, lead and zinc from the newly established BHP mining operation in Broken Hill to ships in Port Pirie, in South Australia's mid north.

In September 1883, seven ordinary working men pooled their cash to peg seven mineral leases on a remote, ragged-looking hill. They set to work on the Broken Hill with pick and shovel, unaware that within two years their endeavours would give rise to BHP and open up the largest deposit of lead, zinc and silver ever found.

The world was hungry for these commodities but there was a problem: how to get them out of the middle of the driest continent on the planet?

The new Heritage Rail Trail offers an outback journey like no other. We follow the remains of the Broken Hill to Port Pirie railway line, a relic of the steam age, a 400km piece of history that descends from the red dusts of New South Wales to the shimmering gulf waters of South Australia.

The little line was only 3 feet 6 inches wide but it overcame droughts, floods, locust plagues, derailments and political ill-will to become one of the busiest stretches of railway in the world. It helped to transform Australia from an agricultural outpost to an industrial economy.

This barely-known chapter of our nation's history comes to life as you journey through the 14 Heritage Rail Trail townships. Some are thriving, others are mere shadows of their past glory. All look forward to welcoming you and sharing their tales.

Download the Heritage Rail Trail brochure, providing more information about the journey, an Historic Timeline detailing the development of the Rail-line, as well as a Scavenger Hunt to entertain you along the way.

National Railway Museum

Consider to share an extra day with your fellow travellers and visit the extensive displays at the South Australian National Railway Museum at Port Adelaide  - nearby to the South Australian Aviation Museum

Optional extra day - Steamranger Steam Train – Goolwa to Victor Harbor

One of the most unique train rides in Australia, on the oldest steel railed railway in Australia, with some of the best views in Australia, is the enchanting ‘Cockle Train’.

The Cockle Train is run by Steamranger Heritage Railway and operates between the historic river port of Goolwa and the seaside resort of Victor Harbor.

Take a ride on PS Oscar W

Enjoy a unique river experience from the decks of the heritage Paddle Steamer Oscar W, a wood fired, steam powered vessel built in 1908 and still operating from Goolwa Wharf Precinct.

Celebrating over 100 years life on the river, passengers can watch the stokers fire the boiler, see the wheel house, and take in the sights of the Lower River Murray.

This tour intended as an add on to tours completing in Broken Hill to complete in Adelaide - 2 days including entry to locations, all meals and 2 nights accommodation -. Extra days available

Please ask for details

Call Now: 1300 763 188

Sydney to Wollongong & NSW South Coast Tours

1 Day Tour via Bulli Lookout, Stanwell Tops, Royal National Park and Grand Pacific Drive – the NSW South Coast Tour. Extended options available – please ask.

Grand Pacific DriveHidden National Park Beaches

Explore the NSW South Coast Tours by coast from Sydney via Botany Bay, viewing La Perouse (French connection) and Kurnell (Captain Cooks landing place) to scenic Bulli Lookout with spectacular views over Wollongong and the NSW South Coast.

After a delicious morning tea at Bulli Lookout, arrive in Wollongong (or optionally the spectacular Nan Tien Temple) for free time to explore and / or swim Wollongong beach or explore the Nan Tien Temple (largest Buddhist Temple in Southern Hemisphere).

After a delicious lunch, explore some of the famous local sites. Wollongong is a thriving multicultural city, home to Australia largeststeelworks, with a rich natural and local history.

Return via the GRAND PACIFIC DRIVE which encompasses 70 kms of some of NSW’s most spectacular scenery and coastline. Heading south from the Royal National Park (world’s second oldest), the route takes you through beautiful coastal rainforests, spectacular driving scenery with close proximity to sheer cliffs and the ocean, the impressive 665 metre newly opened sea bridge and quaint coastal villages boasting some of the state’s most beautiful beaches and rock pools.

Grand Pacific Drive takes you into Wollongong, which is a bustling coastal city with a vast array of attractions and activities for any visitor. NSW South Coast Tours then travel from Wollongong you can head south to Shellharbour, Kiama, Shoalhaven or beyond, or head west and travel over the escarpment to the Southern Highlands and then south to Canberra.

A great option for a day visit, short stay or as a great appetiser to the ‘Sydney to Melbourne Coastal Drive’. Just 1 hour from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra, Grand Pacific Drive is a must for all those want to experience some of the state’s finest assets on these NSW South Coast Tours

NSW South Coast Tours can pick you up from City Hotels, Manly or Milson’s Point/North Sydney or as arranged.

After a delicious morning tea at Bulli Lookout, arrive in Wollongong (or optionally the Nan Tien Temple) for free time to explore and / or swim Wollongong beach or explore the Nan Tien Temple (largest Buddhist Temple in Southern Hemisphere).

After a delicious lunch, explore some of the famous local sites. Wollongong is a thriving multicultural city, home to Australia largest steelworks, with a rich natural and local history.

Includes – Small group luxury transport, Local & professional driver guide, morning and afternoon tea, Option lunch at the temple or Wollongong Beach, National Park.

Departs: 9 am – return 5 pm.  Cost: $387 per person   Pick up from your CBD hotel by arrangement

Hunter Valley Wine & Wildlife Tours Hunter Valley Tour  – 1 Day Hunter Valley Wine & WildlifeTours  for Sydney Visitors Wine tasting, Spectacular Scenic Circleroute, Wildlife, Convict and Pioneer Village and History, Cheese,Chocolate and Champagne tasting

You can join a small private group in on a luxury 4WD tour and explore the Hunter Valley, Watagan Forests, Wollombi, Broke, Aboriginal and pioneer history of the region. Your tour includes Wine tasting, Spectacular Scenic Circle route, Wildlife, Convict and Pioneer Village and History, Cheese, Chocolate and Champagne tasting.

Travel in your private group or a small group of like minded explorers and visit major and boutique wineries in historic Wollombi village and the famous Hunter Valley. Travel the land pioneered by the O’Neill family, early wine and tobacco growers from the 1860s.

• Travel the Aboriginal trading route and song line via scenic bush and the convict built Old Northern Road.
• Learn of Aboriginal tribes of the region and there way of life
• Visit historic villages of the 1830’s and savour the life of the early settlers and convicts.
• Includes wine tastings at 3-4 (or more) wineries
• Enjoy tea/coffee in the beautiful Wollombi Valley … and share the history of the “locals”.
• Fine Australian wines and delicious lunch
• Lunch in the vineyards – Add a 2 course gourmet lunch ($40 ), purchase own from cafe $5-30 or  bring a picnic.
• Hunter Valley Gardens as an option from wine tasting
• Cheese and Chocolate tastings included – Champagne tasting option.

Call 1300 763 188  or 02 8213 3225

1/2 day tour – (4 hours or 2 or more days available - Please ask

Hotel pick-up and return.

Overnight options available … a great escape in this beautiful and rich river country by Wollomi / Yengo National Parks

Tour Code: HVW1  – Depart Sydney city approximately 8:00 am return approx 6:00pm. Lunch own purchase (many options) includes morning tea and wine tasting stops

Hunter Valley Wollombi Broke Wine Tasting & Wilderness Tours from Sydney or Hunter Valley – 2 day Tour Balloon Flight option

Private & personalized small private group in a luxury 4WD tour to explore the Hunter Valley & Watagan Forests, Wollombi, Broke & Aboriginal and pioneer history of the region. Your tour includes Wine tasting, Spectacular Scenic Circle route, Wildlife, Convict and Pioneer Village and History, Cheese, Chocolate and Champagne tasting.

Travel in a small group and visit major and boutique wineries in historic Wollombi village in the famous Hunter Valley. Travel the land pioneered by the O’Neill family, early wine and tobacco growers from the 1860s.  Visit the famous PJ O’Neill’s wine saloon, and key stopping and resting place on the Old Northern Road from Sydney to Newcastle.

Travel the Aboriginal trading route and songlines via scenic bush and the convict built Old Northern Road.

• Learn of Aboriginal tribes of the region and their way of life
• Visit the Biamme Cave with ancient artwork showing the great Aboriginal creator spirit Biamme blessing the land.
• Visit historic villages of the 1830’s and savour the life of the early settlers and convicts.
• Includes wine tastings at 5-8 (or more) wineries
• Enjoy tea/coffee in the beautiful Wollombi Valley … and share the history of the “locals”.
• Fine Australian wines and an outdoor gourmet picnic lunch
• Hunter Valley Gardens as an option from wine tasting
• Cheese, Champagne and Chocolate tastings available.
• Wild kangaroos at sunset

 Sydney CBD Hotel pick-up and return.

2 Day Overnight option … a great escape in this beautiful and rich river country by Wollomi / Yengo National Parks – Tour Code: HVW2

Depart to suit you from 8:30 -10:00 am return approx 4:30 – 6 pm the next day. Includes wild kangaroos, delicious country-style dinner, delicious lunches, morning and afternoon teas and 3 to up to 10 (depending on your preferences) special and boutique vineyards for wine tasting.

If a group of 4 or more, $980 per person. Double or twin share rooms. Single supplement $880

Call 1300 763 188  or  +61 417 244 600  

Channel and Corner Country Adelaide Broken Hill Innaminka Birdsville Alice Springs 12 Day Tour

Channel and Corner Country  Alice Springs to Birdsville Innaminka Broken Hill Mungo Adelaide 12 Day Tour

• Join tour from Alice Springs or Uluru, to Adelaide, Mildura or Broken Hill (rail option to Sydney)
  
• Fully accommodated hotel rooms
  
• Genuine small group - 2-4 per 4WD
• NOT a Bus
• 27 years tours operation

REVERSE OF BELOW ITINERARY

This Small group luxury 4WD travel via Channel and Corner Country Adelaide Broken Hill Innaminka Birdsville Alice Springs 12 Day Tour runs from Adelaide to Alice Springs via Mungo National Park, Darling River Run via Pooncarie and Menindee Lakes, Burke and Wills camp, Broken Hill, Silverton, Milparinka, Tibooburra, Cameron Corner, Moomba, Innamincka, Dig Tree, Coongie Lakes (access allowing) Mungerannie, Birdsville, Bedourie, Boulia, Tobermorey, Plenty Highway to Alice Springs.

Explore in the footsteps of Burke & Wills (visit the Dig Tree) in this remote and fascinating area around the junction of the NSW, QLD & SA borders and beyond. This tour includes Big Red sandhill viewing the Simpson Desert, Cooper Creek cruise, Boulia, Min Min lights encounter and Plenty Highway desert travel and Gemtree minerals visit.

Fully inclusive luxury 4WD vehicles in small group 4WD travel, 12 days from Adelaide or 11 from Broken Hill (meets arrival by rail option), with 8 nights hotel  / motel / cabin accommodation, all meals, professional guides.

Pick up available Adelaide, Mildura or Broken Hill - please ASK

Includes 2 hour Cooper Creek cruise at Innamincka (seasonal)

Visit the famous Dig Tree & historic reserve, plus Burke's Grave on the banks of Cooper Creek. this remote and fascinating area around the junction of the NSW, QLD & SA borders, known as Cameron Corner. Travel through giant sheep stations from over 100 years ago, witness the Moomba oil fields & mighty Cooper Creek at Innamincka. Travelling in our luxury 4WD Landcruisers, you can stand at the famous Cameron Corner adjacent the Dog Fence. Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art sites and hear the tales of the great Cattle drives as we travel the Strzelecki Track - pioneered by Captain Starlight as he stole 1000 cattle from Queensland QLD in 1870. Later, Sidney Kidman & Co and many others made their fortunes on the track pioneered by Starlight.

ITINERARY DETAILS  - FROM ALICE OR ULURU SOUTH BOUND IS REVERSE OF BELOW ITINERARY

Day 1 - Depart Adelaide via scenic Barossa Valley wine country, Berri and Renmark with a wine tasting opportunity for the Mungo Lodge at Mungo National Park. You can choose to meet us this day in Mildura if preferred approximately 2pm. Overnight at Mungo Lodge in Mungo National Park  L,D

Day 2 - Explore Mungo National Park, a World Heritage listed site thanks to Mungo Man man & woman being discovered here, after their 60,000 year old ritual burial. Explore the walls of China, and more history including National Parks display, and the restored woolshed. Next we meet the Darling River at Pooncarie and follow the river to Menindee, Menindee Lakes, and Burke and Wills campsite on the banks of the river. Arrive Broken Hill for overnight.  Enjoy viewing Mario's famous artworks and a well deserved dinner at the famous Palace Hotel from Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame. In Broken Hill we can meet passengers from the Sydney train. 2 nights at Desert Sands Motel or similar, Broken Hill BLD

Day 3 - From Broken Hill, we visit Silverton, where films including Mad Max, and Mission Impossible were made. We visit the Living Desert sculptures, Pro Harts Gallery, the Railway & Historical Museum and Miners Memorial on top of the Broken Hill Line of Lode where the mine was located. Alternatively, you may wish to take an Aboriginal guided tour to Mootwingee National Park (extra cost) Overnight Broken Hill Desert Sands Motel or similarB.L.D

Day 4 - Depart Broken Hill through the Barrier Range on the Silver City Highway via Packsaddle for Milparinka and Depot Glen, where explorer Charles Sturt spent 6 months in 1845 with a team of men, waiting for rain or cooler conditions. This area has been extensively mined for tin, lead and gold and operated large sheep stations. Appreciate this once thriving gold mining town at the restored Milparinka Heritage Precinct. Time to explore Tibooburra, and the Outdoor Pastoral Museum.  Flat-topped mesas and fantastic views characterise the central Jump-Up country. Remnant gidgee woodland, the catchment system of the ephemeral Twelve-Mile Creek and gibber and grass-covered plains dominate the east, while 450 million year old granite tors surrounding Tibooburra form part of the southern boundary of the park. We check out the Tibooburra pubs and considerable town and mining history before overnight here at Family Hotel or Granites Motel BLD

Day 5 - Today we are heading into the Sturt Desert & Sturt National park, crossing the Grey Range with a stop at Fort Grey. The park protects an enormous arid landscape of space and solitude. The rolling red-sand dunes of the Strzelecki desert ripple through the western section, graduating past surprising wetlands surrounded by white sands. After some great opportunities for photos, we pass through the Dog Fence and arrive at Cameron Corner on the 3 states corner (NSW, SA & QLD) for a thirst quencher and souvenirs, and check out the "Corner Store". It is said by the local Queensland residents that the flies come in from NSW, and the dust from South Australia. We travel via Bollards Lagoon, the Yellow Bus site (now buried) and Merty Merty station, crossing the sand hills of the Strzelecki Desert, and Creek as we head for the Strzelecki Track and the uncanny Moomba oil & gas fields. We pass the location of the geothermal power plant / hot rocks project of Geodynamics where Australia has the hottest rocks on Earth, outside of volcanic areas.

Geologists think that 10 million years ago, the granites in the Cooper Basin, South Australia, were exposed at the surface. Since that time they have been covered by a sedimentary layer, four kilometres thick, that acts as an overlying blanket; trapping the heat and preventing it from escaping to the atmosphere.

The heat is created by naturally occurring radiogenic decay that heats the granite to more than 250 degrees Celsius. The granite temperatures in Europe are only 180 degrees Celsius. The granite belt in the Cooper Basin is fractured in horizontal layers and these fractures naturally contain water at very high pressures – up to 5, 000 pounds per square inch. Check out the birdlife at sunset on the flooding Cooper Creek before a delicious meal at the Innamincka Hotel, adjacent the famous old Mission station, restored as National Parks offices. Overnight Innaminka Hotel 2 nights

Day 6 - A chance for an early walk and look at creekside birdlife - the old hospital building (now museum & NP office) and quirky Innamincka - before we head for the S/ QLD border and Nappa Merrie Station (was owned by S Kidman & Co, now Gina Reinhart) to the Burke & Wills Dig Tree. Here Burke & Wills support team lead by Brahe had waited 4 months and 4 days (a month longer than agreed) and had buried provisions for the possibility of the returning northern explorers. The support team left only a few hours before Burke & Wills return, and the supplies were possibly not found, contributing to their demise. Lots of history, and birdlife here on the infamous Cooper Creek. There's time for a cruise on Cooper Creek, and providing the access route is open, we can visit Coongie Lakes, a haven for bird life in the region. Overnight Innaminka Hotel 2 nights.

Day 7 - Travel via Moomba and remote Walkers Crossing through the Stony Desert to the Birdsville Track and Mungerannie Hotel, site of their popular Artesian bore fed wetlands. Overnight Mungerannie Hotel - cabin accommodation with shared bathrooms BLD

Day 8 - Today we visit Cowarie Station on the Warburton River, the major inlow to lake Eyre from the Diamantina River and Goyder Lagoon before a visit to  Kalamurina Wildlife Sanctuary operated by Australian Wildlife Conservancy.  Here we larn of the important local and wiedespread work of AWC with its over 24 sanctuary properties in unique and diverse Australian landscapes. We later travel north on the Birdsville Track to cross the Queensland border and overnight in Birdsville, at the Birdsville Pub BLD

Day 9 - Today we will travel through the sandhills to visit and climb Big Red, the Simpson Desert’s biggest sand hill. We do a Birdsville tour with its fascinating history, visit Burke & Wills marked tree by the Diamantina River, and site of Australias most famous thermal power station. After lunch we depart and travel due north through Channel Country and the Diamantina Shire HQ at Bedourie, crossing several creeks and water holes often hosting wetland birds including Brolgas. Arrive Boulia for overnight at Australia Hotel or Boulia Desert Sands Motel. BLD

Day 10 - The Min Min Encounter is a theatre presentions at the visitors centre, where we learn of the fascinating story of the Min Min lights phenomena -  a mystery of strange red lights appearing and following people in this remote desert region. We depart after the exhibition and town tour for Tobermorey via the Plenty Highway and the northern boundary of the Simpson Desert. The Tobermorey camping area which is set on the Tobermorey Station is a lovely grassed area under trees. It has hot showers, flushing toilets and a shop with some basic goods. We can enjoy an open campfire under the stars tonight. Accommodation is available here in basic cabins with shared bathroom for early bookers. Alternatively or camping option. as we overnight at Tobermorey Station in basic cabin accommodation. BLD

Day 11 - Our journey onward takes us via Jervois, which is our last fuel stop. Jervois is a cattle station, formed in 1960, and one of the last stations to be taken up in the area. We pass by giant termite nests and nearby the rugged Harts Range. Enjoy a stop at the remote Atitjere community Aboriginal Arts centre, nestled at the base of the Harts Ranges, Atitjere is home to around 400 people. Time permitting, a stopover at Gemtree and check out the gems, crystals and mineral specimens as well as local Aboriginal Art and artefacts at this popular gem fossicking region. Arrive Alice Springs for overnight and a celebratory meal together. BLD

Day 12 - After a tasty breakfast tour completes at 10 am. You are free to enjoy the many options available in Alice Springs including the Araluen Cultural Centre & Museum, Old Telegraph Station, or Royal Flying Doctor Base, Desert Wildlife Park, Aboriginal Art galleries, or extended tours to Uluru via MacDonnell Ranges or to Darwin or beyond. B

This fully inclusive tour is by small group luxury 4WD travel.

Inclusions

• Genuine small group 2- 4 per car, in 4WD Landcruisers up to 3 cars
• Professional and experienced driver / guides
• Long established relationships with local Aboriginal people enriches experiences
• Access to remote areas and rock art sites unreachable by most tour vehicles
• Ensuite hotel/motel accommodation except 1 night shared bathroom at Mungerannie, and possible 1 night camping at Tobermorey if booked out.
• All Delicious meals on tour, including vegetarian options.
• All World Heritage and National Park entry and accommodation fees
• Aboriginal Art community visits for “direct from artist” purchases
• Contributions of tour price support Outback Kids and nature care programs.
• You – and Your involvement in a creation much bigger than most can imagine

Exclusions

• Alcohol
• Flights to and from departure points

HIGHLIGHTS

• Pick up available Adelaide, Midura or Broken Hill - please ASK
• Join tour in Adelaide, Mildura or Broken Hill (rail option from Sydney)
  
• Fully accommodated hotel rooms if booked early
  
• Genuine small group - 2-4 per 4WD
• NOT a Bus
• 27 years tours operation

Join tour from Alice Springs or Uluru, to Adelaide, Mildura or Broken Hill (rail option to Sydney)

5 days Small group (max. 4 per 4WD) tour to explore the Far West of NSW with Broken Hill, Darling River from Wilcannia Menindee Lakes to Broken Hill Flinders Ranges, Marree Lake Eyre Coober Pedy, Alice Springs

Highlights

• Sydney to Alice Springs via Lake Eyre, Coober Pedy and Broken Hill
  
• Parkes Radio Telescope  – The Dish
• Lake Cargellico
  
• Menindee Lakes
  
• Burke & Wills Campsite
• Broken Hill - see the Desert Sculptures and dine at The Palace Hotel
  
• Return optional tours or meets rail to Sydney or Adelaide
• Flinders Ranges
• Marree
• Lake Eyre / Painted Hills flights options
  
• Coober Pedy
  
• The Breakaways 
• Alice Springs or Uluru option
  

Itinerary

Day 1 – Depart Sydney for the Blue Mountains with morning tea at stunning views from Govetts Leap over the Grose Valley. Moving on via Lithgow to Bathurst and the fascinating history of the gold rush and Cobb & Co coaches. We travel via Orange to near Parkes to visit The Dish Exhibition Centre at the giant CSIRO operated radiotelescope that brought the 1st moon landing images to Earth. Back in Parkes, and less famous is the King's Castle, Australia's very own Elvis Presley museum created by the original yellow Wiggle Greg Page.

Heading west we travel beside the Indian Pacific railway route and visit Manildra, Bogan Gate and Condobolin, in extensive Murray Darling Basin wheat, grain, sheep, and cattle producing areas with a taste of the far west of NSW. Arrive for overnight at Lake Cargellico.

Day 2 - We depart for Hillston, once an important stop for the stage coaches of Cobb and Co. then on via Ivanhoe on the Cobb Highway, part of the Kidman Way. Arriving in Menindee we visit Kinchega National Park, to view the birdlife of Menindee Lakes then to nearby Burke and Wills camp on the banks of the Darling River. It's now a short hop to Broken Hill for dinner at the famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of the original murals from Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame) Overnight Broken Hill.

Explore Broken Hill highlights options include The Line of Lode Lookout, and Miners Memorial plus Desert Sculptures or Lake Mungo or Mutawintji National Parks (optional extra day tour) for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history. Please ask if wanting this option.

Day 3 – From Broken Hill we cross the NSW / SA border travelling through saltbush country, via remote outback towns of Yunta, Oodla Wirra, Cradock, and Orrooroo, and the 3 gauge steam railway town of Peterborough. From Hawker, we skirt Wilpena Pound, and the awesome mountain scenery of the  Heyson Range & Flinders Ranges. We cross the Goyder Line, view the Elder & Heyson Ranges, Wilpena Pound & Lake Torrens and visit the historic and award-winning Prairie Hotel at Parachilna with great outback art before arrival at our cosy overnight stop at Leigh Creek or Marree on some tours.  L, D

Day 4 – At Marree we check out the ancient mosque, Old Ghan railway history and Lake Eyre Yacht Club. From Marree we follow the Old Ghan Railway Line and Oodnadatta Track to William Creek. From here we can take an optional 1 or 2 hour (or longer options) scenic flight over Lake Eyre. (Optional extensions at extra cost). We visit the shores of Lake Eyre South and unique Mound Springs, which are permanent water flows from the Great Artesian Basin.

We connect with the wonder of the bird and plant life revitalized by recent flooding rains. We visit a favourite spot for birds (including brolgas) and birdwatchers. we traverse the moon plains to Coober Pedy for the night with a sleep underground option.  Overnight Coober Pedy and a chance to buy opals or see some of the highlights of this unique place in Australian history and culture. . B L Dinner own purchase in local restaurant

Day 5 -  From Coober Pedy our onward journey via the SA / NT Border to Alice Springs (or Uluru option is available) to arrive at your accommodation around 5 pm.(B L ).

All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure. If you require a booking for 1 person please call us direct to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.

Inclusions –

• 4 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation - twin share or single supplement available - see booking link
• Lake Eyre flight options
  
• Genuine small group tour vehicle - usually max. 4 per 4WD Landcruisers
• Professional Driver Guide
• All meals as shown - 1 own purchase
  
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.
• Tour price supports Outback Kids & Nature Care projects.

BOOK HERE Or Call 0417 244 600 or 1300 763 188

Lake Eyre Tours Flights with Wilpena Pound 4 DAYS from and return to Adelaide Flinders Ranges, Bunyeroo & Brachina Gorges,  Includes time to fly over Lake Eyre Warburton Groove Jackboot Halligan Level Post Bay and latest floods. 

2 Lake Eyre Flight Options -

1. Two Hour Flight  - Lake Eyre South & North + Warburton River Dingo Fence | Muloorina Station | Top Of Lake Eyre North | Madigan Gulf | Warburton River | Cooper Creek | Neales River | Warburton Groove |Jackboot Bay | Belt Bay | Lake Eyre South | Marree Man And So Much More.
2. Full Day to Birdsville including Lake Eyre Birdsville Goyder Lagoon & Cooper Creek Floods plus all above - Full Day with Lunch at Birdsville Pub

Select Your flight preference when booking.

If 2 hour flight is chosen, there is time for lake shore visit and walk, Birdwatching and Lake Shore drive by 4WD transport. If full day flight is chosen these ground activities not available.

Ground activities include  - Follow the Overland Telegraph Line & Old Ghan Railway Track and visit historic Coward Springs & Curdimurka Railway Sidings and history plus much more. Includes all fees, flight, meals, ensuite accommodated at Wilpena Pound, Marree (or William Creek)  Consider also the Wilpena Pound Flinders Ranges flight option. Connection options to Sydney, Broken Hill or Melbourne 

Our tours aim to show you the best this unique region has to offer, including the amazing mound springs, iconic landmarks and Ghan and pioneer history. Lately our travellers have been impressed with their Lake Eyre flight also incorporating the Painted Hills, a nearby desert region with awesome multi colored ochre hills. This opportunity will be offered to your group on the tour and availability depends on a consensus to spend approximately half the flight time on Lake Eyre, and half on the Painted Hills.Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns

4 Day Lake Eyre Tours Flights - itinerary

Day 1 - From Adelaide city or airport we depart via spectacular mountain scenery adjacent the Southern Flinders Ranges. Travel via the rich wine producing region of the Clare Valley (wine tasting optional) and through the rich countryside of rural South Australia. Enjoy picturesque scenery, and rural town stops with lunch and morning tea. We have a picnic lunch in scenic Melrose at the base of Mt Remarkable and cross the Goyder Line before Quorn and Hawker, the gateway to the Flinders Ranges. Enjoy Scenic views of the Elder, Druid & Heyson Ranges. We visit and walk amongst the River Red Gums and emus and kangaroos at the old Wilpena Homestead (sheep station) amongst the Cypress Pines.   Moving to our accommodation we check in for the night for a cosy dinner. L,D

Day 2 - Enjoy an optional scenic flight over Wilpena Pound and the Heyson and Flinders Ranges, before a 3 hours (or less) return walk with the kangaroos and spectacular River Red Gums into Wilpena Pound, viewing unique flora, Old Hills Homestead. with an optional hike up to Wangarra Hill lookout offering panoramic views of Wilpena Pound. Depart Wilpena Pound Resort and travel the fascinating Geological Trail through 800 million years of time via Brachina Gorge and Bunyeroo Gorge in the Flinders Ranges, viewing fossils including ancient stromatolites. Arrive at the old Ghan railway town of Parachilna and the famous Prairie Hotel, with tasty treats and exceptional Aboriginal art and jewellery for sale. We travel north here following the Heyson Range via Leigh Creek (viewing the massive open cut mine now closed) via Copley and Lindhurst past the Strzelecki Track and into the desert to Marree at the junction of the Oodnadatta and Birdsville Tracks.  Arrive Marree for overnight. B,L,D

Day 3 – From Marree we usually opt for an early morning flight, for best light and still air conditions. Alternatively flights may be from William Creek, depending on availability at time of booking and the duration of your flight chosen. If an extended flight is chosen, less time is available for ground viewing on the Oodnadatta Track or travel to William Creek.. While in Marree check out the ancient mosque and Old Ghan Railway history. Also the Lake Eyre Yacht Club and Birdsville Track. We follow the Oodnadatta Track Overland Telegraph Line & Old Ghan Railway Track and visit historic Coward Springs & Curdimurka Railway Sidings and the lookout at Lake Eyre South then the Mound Springs, natural springs bubbling up from the Artesian Basin. Visit the shores of Lake Eyre south and connect with the wonder of the bird and plant life revitalised by flooding rains. We visit the shore of Lake Eyre south to really appreciate the scale of these vast waterways, and stop at creeks and water holes along the route which are favourite spots for birds (including brolgas, egrets, swans, ducks, waders,  Herons and many more) and birdwatchers. If choosing the Birdsville extended flight (see extras when booking, your flight will return you to Marree for overnight).  B,L,D

Day 4 –Today we visit the Old Ghan ghost town of Farina, view the giant Leigh Creek coal mine, the fascinating and colourful Ochre Pits and travel via old Ghan railway towns including Wilson, Woolshed Flat via the Flinders Ranges to Hawker and stunning mountain landscapes.  We visit the impressive Kanyaka Station & view stone woolshed ruins (time permitting) as we follow the Old Ghan Line via Quorn, (possibly see the Pitchie Ritchie steam train if Sunday) through the Pitchi Ritchie Pass and the breathtaking view of Spencers Gulf & Port Augusta to arrive Adelaide around 6pm, delivered to your CBD accommodation or Adelaide airport. B, L

 Lake Eyre Tours Flights with Wilpena Pound Tour

Inclusions-

• Fully accommodated (ensuites) and all meals included
• Small group luxury 4WD travel (usually 2-4 / 4WD vehicle) with professional and experienced driver / guide
• Time for Optional Scenic Flights over Lake Eyre options - 2 Hours or Full Day to Birdsville  - Select Your preference when booking.
• All delicious meals, including vegetarian options
• Comfortable hotel / motel  style ensuite accommodation
• All National Park entry and accommodation fees, airport or hotel pickup & return
• Contributions of tour price supports Outback Kids and Australian Wildlife Conservancy nature care programs.

Exclusions

• Flights over Lake Eyre - choose 2 Hour or Full Day to Birdsville - Select when booking. 
• Alcohol 
• Travel to and from start point

Corner Country Bourke Darling River Macquarie Marshes Broken Hill to Broken Hill Outback NSW 12 days

Explore the Far West of NSW with Silo Art, Corner Country,  Mungo National Park, Broken Hill, Darling River Run from Wilcannia to Bourke with a visit to White Cliffs opals fields & miners stores, Bourke, Brewarrina Start and Return Broken Hill  12 days or join from Sydney option

Highlights

• Broken Hill to Broken hill and return
• Mootwingee National Park - rock art and Aboriginal guided history
• Broken Hill & Silverton - Pro Hart Gallery, mine tour option, history, Mining & railway museums
• Packsaddle & Milparinka historic sites
• Depot Glen & Pooles Grave
• Tibooburra granites, pastoral, art and mining history
• Dog Fence & NSW State border
• White Cliffs Opal fields (sleep underground)
• Darling River Run via Pooncarie, Menindee Lakes, Wilcannia Tilpa & Louth
• Gundabooka National Park & Aboriginal rock art
• Bourke - river cruise and Back O'Bourke centre / history
• Brewarrinna - ancient Aboriginal fish traps 40,000 years old
• Macquarie Marshes - great bird spotting
• Warrmbungles Ranges - with bushwalk
• Siding Springs Observatory
• Gulgong - $10 note, Gold and pioneer history, Holtermann Photographic Museum 
• Mudgee wine tasting
• Portland Silo Art
• Parkes Radio Telescope  – The Dish
• Canowindra – Age of Fishes Fossil Museum
• Grenfell Silo Art
• Weethalle Silo Art
• Hay – Shear Outback Centre
• Wentworth – Junction of the Darling & Murray Rivers + Megafauna Museum
• Mungo National Park & China Walls tour
• Menindee – Lakes & Burke & Wills Camp

Our tours are small group adventures for people who love to connect with regional Australia and particularly regional and outback New South Wales. Our small group tours travel in Land Cruiser vehicles

This tour takes us via some of the NSW Silo Art Trail through lovely country towns and regional areas. The Silo At Trail is transforming Australian regional towns. Join us on an adventure through rural Australia to witness these great masterpieces and the local hospitality.

Itinerary

Day 1  - An early start (730 departure) today for a day tour to explore Mutawintji National Park for an exceptional rock art and cave art experience rich in Aboriginal history, with local Aboriginal guide when available. Meals:LD 

Day 2  - Explore Broken Hill highlights (your choice) including Pro Hart Gallery, The Line of Lode Lookout and Miners Memorial plus Desert Sculptures or extra cost for Mutawintji National Park for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history with local Aboriginal guide.. Dinner at the famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of murals from Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame) Meals:BLD

Day 3 - Depart Broken Hill through the Barrier Range on the Silver City Highway via Packsaddle for Milparinka and Depot Glen, where explorer Charles Sturt spent 6 months in 1845 with a team of men, waiting for rain and cooler conditions. This area has been extensively mined for tin, lead and gold and operated large sheep stations. Appreciate this once thriving gold mining town at the restored Milparinka Heritage Precinct.

After refuelling at Tibooburra, we are heading into the Sturt Desert & Sturt National Park, towards Cameron Corner,  crossing the Grey Range with a stop at Fort Grey. The park protects an enormous arid landscape of space and solitude. The rolling red sand dunes of the Strzelecki desert ripple through the western section, graduating past surprising wetlands surrounded by white sands. After some great opportunities for photos, we pass through the Dog Fence and arrive at Cameron Corner on the 3 states corner (NSW, SA & QLD) for a thirst quencher and souvenirs, and check out the "Corner Store".  We return this evening to check out the Tibooburra pubs and considerable town and mining history before overnight here at Family Hotel or Granites Motel  Meals BLD

Day 4 - Time to explore Tibooburra, and the Outdoor Pastoral Museum.  Flat-topped mesas and fantastic views characterise the central Jump-Up country. Remnant gidgee woodland, the catchment system of the ephemeral Twelve-Mile Creek and gibber and grass-covered plains dominate the east, while 450 million-year-old granite tors surrounding Tibooburra form part of the southern boundary of the park.

Travel to White Cliffs and explore the opal mines history, and maybe find some local opal bargains. Then to our overnight accommodation in the Underground Motel- Meals BLD

Day 5 - Now to the Darling River Run via Wilcannia, once a bustling port for the wool laden paddle steamers, now with its beautiful and historic sandstone public architecture. On up the Darling River Run to river towns of Louth & Tilpa - with a cuppa and tour at the famous Dunlop Station. Dunlop Station is an historic sheep station property located on the Darling River. Once a million acres it has a 45 stand shearing shed which was the first shed to have mechanical shears. with the check out the paddle boat and big wool and sheep station history of this region. Gundabooka National Park surrounds Mt Gundabooka and has unique Aboriginal Rock art to explore, including a pleasant and easy walk through this isolated National Park.  Overnight Bourke BLD

Day 6 - BOURKE - The impressive ‘Back O’Bourke’ centre showcases the early days of Bourke and beyond. Discover the ‘Outback’ life of Henry Lawson, the search for an inland sea. Marvel at the stories of the ‘women of the west’ including Nancy Bird Walton, who flew an air ambulance here in the 1930’s. Stop by the 110 year old Morrall’s bakery for a pie or pastry, follow the Heritage Trail through town, or visit the grave of Fred Hollows. Cruise along the Darling on the Jandra, an historic paddle boat to recall the river boat history. In recent years Bourke has undergone a remarkable revitalisation and is now a shining light in positive indigenous opportunities. Take a cultural walk to learn about the history of Aboriginal people in Bourke and the personal connection formed with the land and it’s richness. Tonight we’ll join a campfire dinner under a coolabah tree, (if available) under a starlit sky, with plenty of music, poetry, and storytelling all about outback of Australia. Overnight Bourke. Meals: BL

Day 7 - We head for Brewarrina on the Barwon River, and the 40,000-year-old Aboriginal Fish Traps - still working. The Brewarrina fish traps are one of the oldest man-made structures on earth. This elaborate network of rock weirs and pools stretches for around half a kilometre along the riverbed and was built by ancient tribes, to catch fish as they swam upstream. Heading south to Macquarie Marshes a UNESCO registered site of outstanding value as one of the most important wetland areas in the world. It is one of the most crucial breeding sites for waterbirds in Australia, with 77 species, along with over 150 other birds, as well as fish, turtles, frogs, snakes and mammals. We travel on to our final art silo in Coonamble then take the scenic road to the beautiful Warrumbungles for a delightful bush walk with wonderful views of The Breadknife. We have a tour of Siding Springs Observatory, home to Australia’s largest telescope. The Warrumbungles is Australia’s only Dark Sky Park, meaning it is our only Internationally recognised park with an exceptional quality of starry nights and an environment specifically protected for its scientific, natural, educational, cultural heritage, and public enjoyment. Overnight. Coonabarabran Meals: BLD

Day 8 - GULGONG, MUDGEE, PARKES 

Drive through Dunedoo, known for its poetry, hospitality, and name (meaning black swan), on the way to Gulgong - the town that was on the way to Gulgong - the town that was on the $10 note. This small village from the gold rush days is a delight to take in the regional history and historic buildings. We are now a short drive to Mudgee where we’ll taste some local wines and have lunch in a vineyard.Now we visit the Portland silos at the old Cement Factory – beautiful artwork there on the cement works and symbolic of the restoration of the community in Portland exemplified by their site work and the wonderful annual art exhibition.

Moving on via Bathurst and the fascinating history of the gold rush and Cobb & Co coaches, then The Dish Exhibition centre at the giant CSIRO operated radiotelescope that brought the 1st moon landing images to Earth. Back in Parkes, and less famous is the King's Castle, Australia's very own Elvis Presley museum created by the original yellow Wiggle Greg Page. Overnight Parkes Meals: BLD

Day 9 – We visit  Canowindra, ballooning capital of Australia and the Museum of Fishes – viewing ancient fish fossils from this area that was once an inland sea. Then Cowra (and railway roundhouse for the keen). Onwards we travel via Weddin Mountains National Park, visiting the popular Grenfell Wheat silos completed in 2019 and then through West Wyalong to the well-known Weethalle Silos. Driving West via Rankin Springs the country spreads and the sky seems to get bigger we know the perfect place to see our first Big Sky sunset with the full spectrum of colours as the sun sets over the Hay Plains. Overnight Hay Meals: BLD

Day 10 – SHEAR OUTBACK, WENTWORTH

Hay was one of Australia’s major wool growing areas, and a visit to the Shear Outback centre takes to you into the rich life in the wool industry in early NSW. We’ll take the backroad through seemingly endless saltbush plains, that are home to over 50 farming families. Tiny villages are the social hub for many of the large outback stations, where life can often be lonely. Follow the Murray River to Trentham Estate, a family-owned winery on the banks of the Murray River. Enjoy an afternoon wine tasting by the river before we head to Wentworth. In the late 1800’s Wentworth was the largest river port in Australia with over 400 boats plying the Murray and the Darling Rivers, which meet here. Overnight Wentworth Meals: BL

Day 11 – Wentworth visit the junction of the Murray and Darling Rivers, Australia’s biggest river system and also visit Wentworth Pioneer Museum with life-size megafauna replicas from the local area including the cuddly 2-metre high Diprotodons. Into the desert and Mungo National Park to explore this ancient lake bed environment. Hear the stories of the region from a local guide, and learn of the oldest known ritual burial in the world. Discover the Walls of China and megafauna history of the area, explore the ancient Willandra Lakes and the historic sheep station and large and impressive shearing shed that served the area for around 100 years. Overnight Mungo Lodge, Mungo National Park.  Meals: BLD

Day 12 – Travel the Darling River via Pooncarie, Menindee and Kinchega National Park. Explore the memorial to Burke & Wills camp on the lakeshore, and a haven for wetland birds. Into Broken Hill and dinner at local restaurant. Tour completes in Broken Hill Accommodation own arrangements or add extra night from extras when booking. Meals: BL Dinner own purchase at local restaurant to celebrate tour end.

We recommend to stay another day to explore much more of Broken Hill

All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure. If you require a booking for 1 person please call us direct to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.

Inclusions –

• 11 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation - twin share or single supplement available - see booking link
• Genuine small group tour vehicle - usually 4WD GXL Landcruisers
• Professional Driver Guide
• 11 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 7 x 2 course dinners
• Paddleboat cruise at Bourke
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.
• Tour price supports Outback Kids & Nature Care projects.

5 Day NSW Outback Mungo Silo Art Wentworth Menindee Darling River Run Sydney to Broken Hill

Explore the Far West of NSW with Silo Art, Corner Country,  Mungo National Park, Broken Hill, Darling River Run from Pooncarie to Menindee

Highlights

• Sydney to Broken Hill - return by train, plane or coach (ASK) or extend to Lake Eyre or Corner Country & Dig Tree Innamincka
  
• Canowindra – Age of Fishes Fossil Museum
• Grenfell Silo Art
• Weethalle Silo Art
• Hay – Shear Outback Centre
• Wentworth – Junction of the Darling & Murray Rivers + Megafauna Museum
• Mungo National Park & China Walls sunset tour
• Menindee – Lakes & Burke & Wills Camp
• Broken Hill & Silverton - Pro Hart Gallery, mine tour, history, Mining & railway museums
• Return optional tours or meets rail to Sydney or Adelaide

Our tours are small group adventures for people who love to connect with regional Australia and particularly regional and outback New South Wales. Our small group tours travel in Land Cruiser vehicles with 4 adult seats

The Silo Art Trail is transforming Australian regional towns. Join us on an adventure through rural Australia to witness these great masterpieces and the local hospitality.

Options include a day tour to Mutawintji National Park for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history.

Day 1 – NSW Silo Art Trail tours take us through some lovely country towns and regional areas, and our tour from Sydney to Broken Hill includes Canowindra, ballooning capital of Australia and the Museum of Fishes – viewing ancient fish fossils from this area that was once an inland sea. Then Cowra (and railway roundhouse for the keen). Onwards we travel via Weddin Mountains National Park, visiting the popular Grenfell Wheat silos completed in 2019 and then through West Wyalong to the well-known Weethalle Silos. Driving West via Rankin Springs the country spreads and the sky seems to get bigger we know the perfect place to see our first Big Sky sunset with the full spectrum of colours as the sun sets over the Hay Plains. Overnight Goolgowi LD

Day 2 – SHEAR OUTBACK, OUTBACK VILLAGES, WENTWORTH

Today we travel to Hay, one of Australia’s major wool growing areas, and a visit to the Shear Outback centre takes to you into the rich life in the wool industry in early NSW. We’ll take the backroad through saltbush plains, that are home to over 50 farming families. Tiny villages are the social hub for many of the large outback stations, where life can often be lonely. . Follow the Murray River to Trentham Estate, a family-owned winery on the banks of the Murray River. Enjoy an afternoon wine tasting by the river before we head to Wentworth. In the late 1800’s Wentworth was the largest river port in Australia with over 400 boats plying the Murray and the Darling Rivers, which meet here. Overnight Wentworth Meals: BLD

Day 3 – At Wentworth visit the junction of the Murray and Darling Rivers, Australia’s biggest river system and also visit Wentworth Pioneer Museum with life-size megafauna replicas from the local area including the cuddly 2-metre high Diprotodons. Into the desert and Mungo National Park to explore this ancient lakebed environment. Hear the stories of the regions from a local guide, and learn of the oldest known ritual burial of Mungo Man and Mungo woman.  Discover the Walls of China and megafauna history of the area, explore the ancient Willandra Lakes and the historic sheep station and large and impressive shearing shed that served the area for around 100 years. Overnight Mungo Lodge, Mungo National Park. BLD

Days 4 – Travel the Darling River Run via Pooncarie, Menindee and Kinchega National Park. Explore the memorial to Burke & Wills camp on the lakeshore, and a haven for wetland birds. Into Broken Hill and dinner at the famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of murals from Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame) Overnight Broken Hill.BL dinner own cost

Day 5 – After breakfast, tour completes at 10am with hotel checkout. You can optionally Explore Broken Hill highlights including Pro Hart Gallery, The Line of Lode Lookout and Miners Memorial plus Desert Sculptures or Mutawintji National Park for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history.

Options – LAKE EYRE TOURS AND FLIGHTS  or our Cameron Corner Country to Innamincka and the Bourke and Wills Dig Tree -  Explore Broken Hill for a few days or Corner Country tour and more . Option to travel to Adelaide via Peterborough (railway history) Burra (old Copper mine tour) and tour completion

Inclusions –

• 4 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation - twin share or single supplement available - see booking link
• Genuine small group tour vehicle - usually 4WD GXL Landcruisers
• Professional Driver Guide
• All meals except 1 as noted
  
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.
  
• Tour price supports Outback Kids & Nature Care projects.

• BOOK HERE Or Call 0417 244 600 or 1300 763 188

REVERSE OF BELOW ITINERARY

Mungo National Park Tours from Sydney to Broken Hill & Adelaide

Possible to Meet Lake Eyre to Alice Springs tour from Adelaide or Broken Hill OR Meet Cameron Corner Country tours

Options to depart at Broken Hill on day 4 and or take a day tour Mutawintji National Park for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history.

Mungo National Park Tours Discover Outback NSW and this ancient landscape, travel the Darling River Run and explore Bourke & Wills camp and wetlands at Menindee Lakes on this Mungo National Park Tours from Sydney to Broken

Hill (or reverse option)

Day 1 – Depart from Sydney – travelling via the famous “Dog on the Tucker Box” (Canberra pickup available) over the Great Dividing Range to Wagga Wagga, and on to Narranderra in the Heart of Australia food bowl, the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, then Hay to see the Shearers Hall of Fame at Shear Outback and learn of the rich life in the wool industry in early NSW. Overnight Balranald for a hearty local meal and overnight stop.

Day 2 – Into the desert and Mungo National Park to explore this ancient lake bed environment. Here the stories of the regions from local Aboriginal guide, and learn of the oldest known ritual burial in the world. Discover the Walls of China and megafauna history of the area, explore the ancient Willandra Lakes and the historic sheep station and large and impressive shearing shed that served the area for around 100 years. Overnight Mungo Lodge, Mungo National Park.

Days 3 – Travel the Darling River via Pooncarie, Menindee and Kinchega National Park. Explore the memorial to Burke & Wills camp on the lake shore, and haven for wetland birds.Dinner at famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of murals from Priscilla fame) Overnight Broken Hill.

Call Now: 1300 763 188

5 days Small group (max. 4 per 4WD) tour to explore the Far West of NSW with Mungo National Park, Menindee Lakes, Broken Hill, Darling River from Wilcannia Menindee Lakes to Broken Hill Flinders Ranges, Marree, Lake Eyre, Coober Pedy, Alice Springs

Highlights

• Sydney to Alice Springs via with Mungo National Park, Menindee Lakes, Lake Eyre, Coober Pedy and Broken Hill
• Burke & Wills Campsite
• Broken Hill - see the Desert Sculptures and dine at The Palace Hotel
• Return optional tours or meets rail to Sydney or Adelaide
• Flinders Ranges
• Marree
• Lake Eyre / Painted Hills flights options
• Coober Pedy
• Alice Springs or Uluru option

Itinerary

Day 1 – Depart from Sydney – travelling via the famous “Dog on the Tucker Box” (Canberra pickup available) over the Great Dividing Range to Wagga Wagga, and on to Narrandera in the Heart of Australia food bowl, the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, then Overnight Hay for a hearty local meal and overnight stop. L, D

Day 2 – Into the desert and Mungo National Park to explore this ancient lake bed environment. Learn of Mungo Man and Mungo woman, and the oldest known ritual burials in the world. Discover the Walls of China and the megafauna history of the area, explore the ancient Willandra Lakes and the historic sheep station and large and impressive shearing shed that served the area for around 100 years. Now onto the Pooncarie and the Darling River run to picturesque scenes of Menindee Lakes. We visit Kinchega National Park, to view the birdlife of Menindee Lakes then to nearby Burke and Wills camp on the banks of the Darling River. It's now a short hop to Broken Hill for dinner at the famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of the original murals from Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame) Overnight Broken Hill. Explore Broken Hill highlights options include The Line of Lode Lookout, a mine tour, and Miners Memorial plus Desert Sculptures. Overnight Broken Hill B, L, D

Day 3 – From Broken Hill we cross the NSW / SA border travelling through saltbush country, via remote outback towns of Yunta, Oodla Wirra, Cradock, and Orrooroo, and the 3 gauge steam railway town of Peterborough. From Hawker, we skirt Wilpena Pound, and the awesome mountain scenery of the  Heyson Range & Flinders Ranges. We cross the Goyder Line, view the Elder & Heyson Ranges, Wilpena Pound & Lake Torrens and visit the historic and award-winning Prairie Hotel at Parachilna with great outback art before arrival at our cosy overnight stop at Leigh Creek or Marree on some tours.  B, L, D

Day 4 – At Marree we check out the ancient mosque, Old Ghan railway history and Lake Eyre Yacht Club. From Marree we follow the Old Ghan Railway Line and Oodnadatta Track to William Creek. From here we can take an optional 1 hour scenic flight over Lake Eyre. (Optional extensions at extra cost). We visit the shores of Lake Eyre South and unique Mound Springs, which are permanent water flows from the Great Artesian Basin. We connect with the wonder of the bird and plant life revitalized by recent flooding rains. We visit a favourite spot for birds (including brolgas) and birdwatchers. we traverse the moon plains to Coober Pedy for the night with a sleep underground option.  Overnight Coober Pedy and a chance to buy opals or see some of the highlights of this unique place in Australian history and culture. . B L Dinner own purchase in local restaurant

Day 5 -  From Coober Pedy we take a break at the spectacular colourful Breakaways - Desert Mesas where Mad Max movies were made. Then our onward journey via the SA / NT Border to Alice Springs (or Uluru option is available) to arrive at your accommodation around 5 pm.(B L ).

Extend to Darwin option - please ask

Join our 5 day Aboriginal Art Centre tour to Darwin  - see https://spiritsafaris.rezdy.com/342222/alice-springs-to-darwin-via-utopia-devils-marbles-mataranka-daly-waters-katherine-gorge-tour-5-days

OR Explore Alice Springs or Uluru or fly home

All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure. If you require a booking for 1 person please call us direct to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.

Inclusions –

• 4 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation - twin share or single supplement available - see booking link
• Lake Eyre flights options
• Genuine small group tour vehicle - usually max. 4 per 4WD Landcruisers
• Professional Driver Guide
• All meals as shown - 1 own purchase
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.
• Tour price supports Outback Kids & Nature Care projects.

BOOK HERE Or Call 0417 244 600 or 1300 763 188

Explore Outback NSW on the far side of the Great Dividing Range with spectacular mountains, Silo Art, Sydney Return

Highlights

• Sydney to Sydney (or Central Coast)
• Hunter Valley - Aboriginal art & ceremony site
• Goulburn River National Park - stone monuments
• Warrmbungles Ranges - with bushwalks
• Macquarie Marshes - Ramsar and wetland birds
  
• Siding Springs Observatory and Anglo-Australian Telescope
• Dubbo - Hub of the West- outback city
  
• Peak Hill  - old Gold Mine tour
• Parkes Radio Telescope  – The Dish & Father of Federation museum
• Canowindra – Age of Fishes Fossil Museum
• Macquarie Marshes - optional - Ramsar site & great wetland bird spotting - requires 1 day
• Cowra - Japanese Gardens and Peace pole
• Blue Mountains

Our tours are small group adventures for people who love to connect with regional Australia and particularly regional and outback New South Wales. Our small group tours travel in Land Cruiser vehicles or minibus available for groups.

The Silo At Trail is transforming Australian regional towns. Join us on an adventure through rural Australia to witness these great masterpieces and the local hospitality.

Day 1 – Depart 8 am and travel via Hunter Valley to view the magnificent Aboriginal cave and artwork showing Biamme (the creator spirit of much of eastern Australia). This area was a major ceremonial ground for the Wonnarua Aboriginal people.

We travel on through the Goulburn River Valley and National Park, viewing unusual stone outcrops. Travel via Silo art at Dunedoo and street art at Mendoran to Coonabarabran. Here we view the mother with baby Diprotodon fossils extracted from Tambar Springs. Also the Crystal Kingdom Minerals and Fossils Museum from the Warrumbungle Range. We are close to the Warrumbungles which is Australia’s only Dark Sky Park, meaning it
is our only Internationally recognised area with an exceptional quality
of starry nights and low surrounding lights and an environment specifically protected for its
scientific, natural, educational, cultural heritage, and public
enjoyment. An optional guided tour of the night sky this evening.is available at a local observatory at extra cost. Dinner own expense at restaurant Overnight Coonabarabran

Day 2  - We take the scenic road to the beautiful Warrumbungle Range for a delightful bush walk with wonderful views of The Breadknife. We have a tour of Siding Springs Observatory, home to Australia’s largest optical telescope.Heading west we visit more silo art at Conamble before the Macquarie Marshes - a Ramsar site and meeting place for migratory and local wetland birds including egrets, spoonbills, Magpie Geese, A total of 77 waterbird species can be found in the Macquarie Marshes, including the threatened brolga, Australasian bittern and painted snipe.  Overnight Warren

Day 3 - Travel through scenic cattle and grain growing country to Gulargambone. Here view quirky street art depicting Galahs and bullock drays and local history, plus silo art with a message on the local water tank. Travelling down the Newell Highway to Gilgandra. Here we learn of the Coo-ee march and the men who answered the call of “Coo-ee! Come and join us!”, and fell into line in the towns and villages along the route of the  320 miles (515 km) march, that left Gilgandra with 25 men in 10 October 1915, and arrived in Sydney on 12th November 1915 with 263 recruits.

Next to Dubbo, the Hub of the West and tour of near 40000 people then on to Peak Hill Open Cut Gold Mine Experience (on the songline)  Gold was discovered at Peak Hill in 1889. Peak Hill was described as a high hill of felspathic rock containing large masses of iron, ferruginous quartz and quartzite. The mine ceased production and was closed 2002. A tour of the mine reveals eye-opening original gold working dating back to 1890s, several walking trails, easy and difficult with well-constructed viewing areas to the open-cut mining areas.

We travel further south to The Dish Exhibition centre at the giant CSIRO operated radio telescope that brought the 1st moon landing images to Earth. Learns of current astronomical research and a deeper appreciation of your place in the Universe. Overnight Parkes Dinner own expense at restaurant

Day 4  - In Parkes, visit The Henry Parkes Centre and museum..Henry Parkes was the father of the Australian Federation due to his efforts advocating for the federation of the six individual colonies of Australia (New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania, and Western Australia) culminating in Federation of Australia in 1901. Less famous here is the King's Castle, Australia's very own Elvis Presley museum created by the original yellow Wiggle Greg Page. Annually in January Parkes hosts the Elvis Festival attracting near 10,000 people

Next, we visit Canowindra, the hot air ballooning capital of Australia and the Museum of Fishes – viewing ancient fish fossils from this area that was once an inland sea.

Then through scenic rural countryside to Cowra and the Japanese Gardens optional). In World War II there was a Japanese prisoner of war camp in Cowra, and a breakout. The gardens and Peace Pole commemorate this time. Also in Cowra is nearby Wyangala Dam (recently flooding)  and the Lachlan Valley Railway Roundhouse for the keen. Now heading for Sydney, and options for a stopover at a winery, the Three Sisters or Mt Tomah Botanical Gardens. Arrive approx 6 pm.

All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure. If you require a booking for 1 person please call us direct to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.

Inclusions –

• 3 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation - twin share or single supplement available - see booking link
• Genuine small group tour vehicle - usually 4WD GXL Landcruisersor minibus for groups
• Professional Driver Guide
• Entry to Siding Springs observatory and exhibition centre
• 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, morning teas 
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.

Exclusions

• Alcohol
• Entry fees to night sky viewing experience (c.$40) Japanese Garden (c.$15) or Henry Parkes Centre (c.$15)
  

8 DAY Corner Country, with Birdsville Track, Strzelecki Track, Oodnadatta Track & Lake Eyre Tour - From Adelaide or Broken Hill option to Birdsville, Cooper Creek, Lake Eyre via Coober Pedy, Arkaroola (2 nights, includes Ridge Top Tour, optional heli flight), Wilpena Pound (walk & flight options), Moomba, Innamincka (incl Burke & Wills Dig Tree & Burkes Grave), Lake Eyre (Optional Lake Eyre flight available), Mound Springs, Old Ghan Railway, Brachina Gorge, Parachilna Gorge, Flinders Ranges to Adelaide.  Cameron Corner - Broken Hill options - please Ask. Completes around 6pm

Day 1 – From Adelaide pickup (or Broken Hill option) approximately 8 am from airport or your accommodation for departure via spectacular mountain scenery as we travel via Clare Valley wine country, then the Flinders Ranges to Wilpena Pound. Our journey takes us through rural SA to enjoy picturesque roadside stops for lunch and morning tea. Visit historic Quorn & Hawker before arrival at Wilpena Pound resort for our comfy overnight stop. Enjoy a sunset walk with the kangaroos amongst the ancient Red River Gums and a relax at the bar before dinner. L, D

Day 2 – This morning we recommend the spectacular optional scenic flight over the pound. There’s time also to enjoy the Wangarra Lookout & Hills Homestead walk into the Pound. We leave Wilpena and pass by traditional sheep stations and plains stretching to Lake Frome, and through into the Gammon Ranges National Park to Arkaroola. Overnight Arkaroola Resort. B,L,D

Day 3 – There’s plenty to do here in this remote,  rugged area, including scenic flights or relaxing walks in the paths by nearby creeks, but the highlight is the Ridge Top Tour.  The 4.5 hour Ridge Top Tour showcases the magic of the Northern Flinders Ranges timeless terrain and unique natural beauty of the Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary. Witness some of the most spectacularly rugged country on earth as you travel through Arkaroola’s 1600-million year geological history, as the inspiring images of red granite mountains and golden spinifex hillsides give way to a breath-taking view across the Freeling Heights, Lake Frome and the desert beyond. After a spectacular day, relax by the fireside and share your experiences. Overnight Arkaroola BLD

Day 4 – Today we pass by desert sand dunes, gibber plains and hot springs as we heading north to Innamincka. We pass by Lake Callabonna, where Diprotodon and numerous Australian megafauna roamed in swampy terrain when this was the eastern most shore of Australia. There are many remains of ancient beasties here, and the country makes it easy to imagine this other world of many millions of years ago. At Mt Hopeless (aptly named) we join the Strzelecki Track, we pass Merty Merty homestead and on via the vast oil and gas fields of Moomba and the Delta gas fields to enter the Innamincka Regional Reserve area, and famous Innamincka township on the banks of the notorious Cooper Creek.  An optional Cooper Creek cruise (if running and time permits) is in order before dinner at the Innamincka pub.

Day 5 – Today we visit the Burke & Wills dig tree, were the ill fated explorers arrived too late for their support party, and did not respond to the message on the tree to dig, where supplies were buried that could have saved their lives. We do though enjoy the prolific birdlife near here and unique flora before heading up the track, passing the largest shearing shed in Australia and the ruins of Cadelga Downs station, (alternatively via Haddon Corner, depending on road conditions) over the Queensland border to arrive Birdsville for overnight. BLD

Day 6 – Birdsville is an icon of the outback, attracting outback travellers to connect with the frontier history of this landmark town. Birdsville used to be the customs post for goods and cattle travelling to and from South Australia before Federation. It was the route used by the great cattle drovers, including S. Kidman & Co, and there’s plenty of this history to experience in Birdsville, especially at the local museum, adjacent the tasty treats of the Hard Road Cafe. Today we visit Big Red, the Simpson Desert’s biggest sand hill, and see Burke & Wills marked tree on the  Diamantina River. An optional flight over the Simpson Desert and Goyder Lagoon is available here. We head off south on the Birdsville Track following the spectacular Diamantina River past Pandie Pandie station and Goyder Lagoon. Time and track conditions willing, we visit Kalamurina Wildlife Sanctuary & Station, part of the Australian Wildlife Conservancy for overnight, or alternatively overnight at Mungeranie Roadhouse on the Birdsville Track. BLD

Day 7 – Arriving in Marree, explore this once thriving railway town that helped save Darwin during WWII with 56 trains per week! Marree is at the junction of the Birdsville and Oodnadatta Tracks, and the path of the Great Northern  Railway / Old Ghan for over 100 years, so lots of history here including Aboriginal museum and history, Tom Kruse (Outback Mailman from “Back of Beyond”) and Donald Campbells Bluebird story. Take an optional 1 or 2 hour scenic flight over Lake Eyre to see the Warburton Groove, the main inflow channel to Lake Eyre, Elliot Price Conservation Park, Halligan Bay, Lake Eyre South and the Marree Man (a 4 km long, giant engraving in the landscape). On return to base, we see some of the sights of Marree, this once thriving Ghan Railway town. Marree is caretaker for some interesting railway relics, plus the old mail truck used by legendary outback mailman Tom Kruse on the run from Marree to Birdsville. We visit the shores of Lake Eyre south and connect with the wonder of the bird and plant life which becomes revitalised after flooding rains. We also see the fascinating Mound Springs bringing water up from the Great Artesian Basin. Overnight in Marree with a few yarns around the campfire or at the local pub. BLD

Day 8 – Today we visit the restored ruins of the old Ghan railway town of Farina, which once supported 300 people. We view the giant Leigh Creek coal mine, enjoy a break at the Quandong cafe at Copley and travel via old Ghan railway towns to Parachilna, and in the foothills of the Flinders Ranges to Hawker and picturesque mountain landscapes to arrive in Adelaide around 6pm, delivered to your accommodation or airport connection. BL

Inclusions –

• 7 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation - twin share or single supplement available - see booking link
• Genuine small group tour vehicle - usually 2-4 per 4WD Landcruisers
• Professional Driver Guide
• All meals
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.
• Tour price supports Outback Kids & Nature Care projects.

Exclusions

• Transport to and from departure / return points
• Alcohol
• Items of personal nature
• Optional Flights or flight extensions - eg Lake Eyre, Wilpena Pound 
• Cooper Creek cruise (available at extra cost if operating)
  

BOOK HERE Or Call 0417 244 600 or 1300 763 188

Cameron Corner Country with Dig Tree Innamincka Cooper Creek Eromanga Dinosaurs Macquarie Marshes, Lake Cargellico, Darling River  Tibooburra  Bourke Darling River cruise Brewarrina Fish Traps Silo Art Outback NSW Tour 10 days from Sydney return Outback NSW Tour 10 days.

Small group (max. 4 per 4WD) to explore the Far West of NSW, South Australia and South Western Queensland.

Highlights

• Sydney to Broken Hill and return to Sydney
• Follow the Indian Pacific Rail route
• Parkes Radio Telescope  – The Dish
• Lake Cargelligo central NSW
• Menindee Lakes & Burke & Wills Campsite
• Packsaddle & Milparinka historic sites
• Tibooburra granites, pastoral, art and mining history
• Sturt National Park
• Cameron Corner Country - NSW SA QLD borders
• Cooper Creek and Innamincka overnight
• Burke and Wills Dig Tree and grave sites and Cooper Creek walks
• Dog Fence & SA/QLD/NSW State border
• Darling River via Menindee Lakes
• Macquarie Marshes - great bird spotting and special extra time here
• Gulgong historic village
• Mudgee winetasting
• Silo Art Trail
  
• Blue Mountains

Itinerary - may run in reverse order

Day 1 – Depart Sydney for the Blue Mountains with morning tea at stunning views from Govetts Leap over the Grose Valley. Moving on via Lithgow to Bathurst and the fascinating history of the gold rush and Cobb & Co coaches. We travel via Orange to near Parkes to visit The Dish Exhibition Centre at the giant CSIRO operated radiotelescope that brought the 1st moon landing images to Earth. Back in Parkes, and less famous is the King's Castle, Australia's very own Elvis Presley museum created by the original yellow Wiggle Greg Page.

Heading west we travel beside the Indian Pacific railway route and visit Manildra, Bogan Gate and Condobolin, in extensive Murray Darling Basin wheat, grain, sheep and cattle producing areas with a taste of the far west of NSW. Arrive for overnight at Lake Cargelligo.

Day 2 - We depart for Hillston, once an important stop for the stagecoaches of Cobb and Co. then on via Ivanhoe on the Cobb Highway, part of the Kidman Way. Arriving in Menindee we visit Kinchega National Park, to view the birdlife of Menindee Lakes then to nearby Burke and Wills camp on the banks of the Darling River. It's now a short hop to Broken Hill for dinner at the famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of the original murals from Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame) Overnight Broken Hill.

Day 3 – Explore Broken Hill highlights (your choice) options include Pro Hart Gallery, The Line of Lode Lookout, a mine tour, and Miners Memorial plus Desert Sculptures or Lake Mungo or Mutawintji National Parks (optional extra day tour) for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history. Overnight Broken Hill.

Day 4  -  Depart Broken Hill through the Barrier Range on the Silver City Highway via Packsaddle for Milparinka Appreciate this once thriving gold mining town at the restored Milparinka Heritage Precinct withh impressive new displays of early life and Sturts expedition. This area has been extensively mined for tin, lead and gold and operated large sheep stations. 

We can also visit Poole's Grave and Depot Glen, where explorer Charles Sturt spent 6 months in 1845 with a team of men, waiting for rain and cooler conditions. T. Time to explore Tibooburra, and the Outdoor Pastoral Museum. Flat-topped mesas and fantastic views characterise the central Jump-Up country while 450 million-year-old granite tors surrounding Tibooburra form part of the southern boundary of the Sturt National Park. We check out the impressive National Parks display and explore the nearby Granites walking track at the Dead Horse campground, and considerable town and mining history before overnight here at the Family Hotel or Granites Motel BLD

Day 5 - Heading into the Sturt Desert we cross the Grey Range with a stop and walk to the lake at Fort Grey. The park protects an enormous arid landscape of space and solitude. The rolling red-sand dunes of the Strzelecki desert ripple through the western section, graduating past surprising wetlands surrounded by white sands. After some great opportunities for photos, and to explore the work of the Wild Deserts project reintroducing locally extinct mammals to Sturt National Park in the far corner of outback NSW.

We cross through the dingo fence (Earths largest man made structure) to arrive at Cameron Corner on the 3 states corner (NSW, SA & QLD). After some refreshments at the "Corner Store" we travel via Bollards Lagoon, the Yellow Bus and Merty Merty station, crossing the sand hills of the Strzelecki Desert, and Strzelecki Creek as we head up the Strzelecki Track through the uncanny Moomba oil & gas fields. We pass the location of the now decommissioned geothermal power plant / hot rocks project of Geodynamics where Australia has the hottest rocks on Earth, outside of volcanic areas.

Geologists think that 10 million years ago, the granites in the Cooper Basin, South Australia, were exposed at the surface. Since that time they have been covered by a sedimentary layer, four kilometres thick, that acts as an overlying blanket; trapping the heat and preventing it from escaping to the atmosphere.

The heat is created by naturally occurring radiogenic decay that heats the granite to more than 250 degrees Celsius. The granite temperatures in Europe are only 180 degrees Celsius. The granite belt in the Cooper Basin is fractured in horizontal layers and these fractures naturally contain water at very high pressures – up to 5, 000 pounds per square inch.

Check out the birdlife at sunset on the flooding Cooper Creek before dinner at the Innamincka Hotel, adjacent the famous old Mission station, restored as National Parks offices.Overnight in Innamincka by the Cooper Creek

Day 6 - A chance for an early walk and look at creek side birdlife - and quirky Innamincka - before we visit Burke's Grave site.   We then drive approximately 70km further upstream crossing the SA/ QLD border and Nappa Merrie Station (once owned by S Kidman & Co) to the Burke & Wills Dig Tree.

Here Burke & Wills support team waited 4 months before departing, even though intsructed by Burke to wait 3 months. Provisions were buried for the northern explorers before the support group left only hours before Burke & Wills return, who were so weak they chose not to pursue. Lots of history, and birdlife here on the infamous Cooper Creek.

After a reflective look around here, we head for Eromanga and the Eromanga Natural History Museum where nearby Australia’s largest dinosaur was carefully excavated from the dirt and a raft of other dinosaurs followed, all species that had never been seen before. The discoveries made southwest Queensland the country’s newest palaeontology frontier. We take a museum tour and meet the discovered remains of dinosaurs "Cooper" and "Zac" and many other species. Overnight Eromanga

Day 7 -  Today our destination is Bourke, back in NSW via Thargomindah, Lake Bindegolly National Park which conserves one of the most important wetland systems in south-west Queensland and is often home to prolific birdlife. Then on via Yowah and Eulo with unique Boulder opals. Cunnamulla is next where we learn of the Cunnamulla Fella (a song of a drover written by Slim Dusty) We cross the border to NSW and follow the Warrego River south for our overnight and dinner in Bourke.

Day 8 - In Bourke we take a cruise along the Darling River on the Jandra, a rebuilt historic paddleboat to recall the river boat history. In recent years Bourke has undergone a remarkable revitalisation and is now a shining light in the remote west of NSW. The impressive ‘Back O’Bourke’ centre showcases the early days of Bourke and beyond. Discover the Outback life of Henry Lawson, and the search for an inland sea. Hear the stories of the ‘women of the west’ including Nancy Bird Walton, who flew an air ambulance here in the 1930’s. Stop by the 110 year old Morrall’s bakery for a pie or pastry, follow the Heritage Trail through town, or visit the grave of Fred Hollows.  Overnight Bourke.

Day 9 - We head for Brewarrina on the Barwon River, and the 40,000-year-old Aboriginal Fish Traps - still working. The Brewarrina fish traps are one of the oldest man-made structures on earth. This elaborate network of rock weirs and pools stretches for around half a kilometre along the riverbed and was built by ancient tribes, to catch fish as they swam upstream. Heading south to Macquarie Marshes a UNESCO registered site of outstanding value as one of the most important wetland areas in the world. It is one of the most crucial breeding sites for waterbirds in Australia, with 77 species, along with over 150 other birds, as well as fish, turtles, frogs, snakes and mammals. We travel on via silo art in Coonamble then take the scenic road to the beautiful Warrumbungles for a delightful bush walk with wonderful views of The Breadknife.

The Warrumbungles is Australia’s only Dark Sky Park, meaning it is our only Internationally recognised park with an exceptional quality of starry nights and an environment specifically protected for its scientific, natural, educational, cultural heritage, and public enjoyment. Tonight you can book a Star gazing session with local expert and high powered telescopes Overnight Coonabarabran

Day 10 - In Coonabarabran  view the Diprotodon fossil remains discovered at nearby Tambar Springs. Back in the 'bungles take a tour of Siding Springs Observatory, home to Australia’s largest optical telescope. Since opening in 1964, The Australian National University has operated the observatory site hosting research telescopes from the ANU's Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA), Las Cumbres Observatory (LCO) and many other institutions from around the world. Research is varied, from probing the depths of the cosmos in search of "Dark Energy" to searching the Milky Way for other planets and signs of life. We tour inside the dome of the largest telescope and learn of its workings plus visist the adjacent astronomy exhibition centre.

We depart the region mid morning and drive through Dunedoo, known for its poetry, hospitality, and name, or alternatively via Coolah, one of several towns to claim bragging rights as the home of the legendary Black Stump. It was here that the colloquial saying ‘Beyond the Black Stump’, meaning ‘beyond the limits of civilisation,’ is said to have originated.

On the way to Gulgong - the town that was on the way to Gulgong - the town that was on the $10 note. This small village from the gold rush days is a delight to take in the regional history and historic buildings. We are now a short drive to Mudgee where we’ll taste some local wines and have lunch in a vineyard. Travel via Lithgow and the Zig Zag railway and back to Sydney via spectacular Grose Valley views and Mt Tomah on Bells Line fo Road to Sydney and tour completion.

All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure. If you require a booking for 1 person please call us direct to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.

Inclusions –

• 9 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation - twin share or single supplement available - see booking link
• Genuine small group tour vehicle - usually 2-4 per 4WD Landcruisers
• Professional Driver Guide
• All meals except 3 meals 1 day in Broken Hill
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.
• Eromanga Museum entry with tour
• Dig Tree Entry fees
• Tour price supports Outback Kids & Nature Care projects.

BOOK HERE Or Call 0417 244 600 or 1300 763 188

Lightning Ridge Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Outback NSW Tour

This 3 day Lightning Ridge Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Outback NSW Tour from Sydney gives you the real outback and country NSW experience plus Blue Mountains with Katoomba, Echo Point and Govetts Leap, wine tasting in Hunter Valley, and Mudgee wine and gold country.

Lightning Ridge Opals Tour

Sydney to Outback New South Wales ( NSW ) tour via Blue Mountains, Mudgee wines, Wollomi National Park, Warrumbungle Mountains, Lightning Ridge opals, hot springs, Mt Kaputar, Hunter Valley 

• Wildlife in the wild. See emus, kangaroos, reptiles, wallabies, stunning native birds and much more
• Buy opal at traders prices from the source at Lightning Ridge
• Meet real Australian’s and local Aboriginal people in communities
• Silo Art Trail art includes Dunedoo, Gulargambone, Coonamble, Walgett, Gunnedah, Quirindi 
• John Murray Art Gallery at Lightning Ridge
  
• Other tour options include Broken Hill, Lake Mungo NP, Gundabooka National Park, Bourke

 3 day Lightning Ridge Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Outback NSW Tour

– itinerary

Day 1 – Depart your Sydney hotel or accommodation at 730 am and enjoy the fresh early light and air of the spectacular Blue Mountains. Visit Katoomba, Leura, Echo Point, Three Sisters, Jamieson Valley (Grand Canyon) and Cliff Drive over Megalong Valley before a morning tea at Govett’s Leap near Blackheath, overlooking the Grosse Valley and spectacular Blue Gum Forest in the Blue Mountains.

Descent the 1500 metres of the Great Dividing Range and from Pearson’s Lookout view the Blue Mountains region and Wollomi National Park in this World Heritage area. Enjoy a tasty lunch at a Winery in Mudgee and enjoy wine  tasting. Travel on through old gold mining towns, and historic Gulgong – the town on the $10 note. Travel via Dunedoo to Coonabarabran for overnight.. Dine at own expense in town (numerous options) and consider a visit to the Sky Watch Observatory to view the night sky through their giant telescope. This area experiences some of the clearest skies in the world, hence the nearby Siding Springs Observatory. Enjoy motel style accommodation this evening.

Day 2: After a healthy breakfast see wild kangaroos and emus as we travel through Warrumbungle National Park. We take a short bushwalk to see the spectacular view of the Breadknife and surrounding mountains in this unique volcanic region. Consider a close-up visit to the large 3.9-metre diameter optical telescope at the Anglo-Australian Telescope facility at Siding Springs in the Warrumbungles. Siding Spring Observatory houses over 60 telescopes from institutions across the world including, Korea, America, the UK, Poland, Hungary, Germany and Russia. Travel through rural grain producing towns, and see the innovative and large water tower and silo artworks Arrive Lightning Ridge, home to Australia’s beautiful black opal. Visit an underground mine and see how the mining community lives. Buy your opals direct from the Opal Cutters and Wholesalers at huge discounts to City  prices.

Day 3: Depart Lightning Ridge for the 800 km return journey to Sydney via huge sheep stations and some of the largest fields of wheat and cotton in the world. Witness the majestic 1520 m high Mt Kaputar dominating this ancient volcanic landscape.  Lunch in a “Country Pub”. Travel on through the Liverpool Ranges, and Scone, the heart of horse breeding country in Australia. Time permitting enjoy some wine tasting in the Hunter Valley before arrival in Sydney approximately 7:00 pm

Inclusions –

• Motel style en-suite accommodation
• All meals except 2 dinners own cost in restaurants
• Silo Art Trail art includes Dunedoo, Gulargambone, Coonamble, Walgett, Gunnedah, Quirindi 
• John Murray Art Gallery at Lightning Ridge
• Wine tastings
• Wild wildlife!!
• Discount opal buying
• Aboriginal art and real Aussie county folk
• National Parks entry fees.
• Tour price supports Outback Kids Fund & Nature Care projects.

For full itinerary details, images and travel information, visit the Spirit Safaris tour page HERE >  View details & images

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Or Call 0417 244 600 or 1300 763 188

Lightning Ridge Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Outback NSW Tour

This 4 day Lightning Ridge Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Outback NSW Tour from Sydney gives you the real outback and country NSW experience plus the Blue Mountains with Katoomba, Echo Point and Govetts Leap, wine tasting in Hunter Valley, and Mudgee wine and gold country.

The 4 day tour is more relaxed than the 3-day tour and has an extra night allowed on return from Lightning Ridge giving an extra 1/2 day for opal shopping and a mine tour, plus overnight in rural NSW New England region or Port Stephens by the sea (and dolphins) at Nelson Bay

There is also the option to add an extra 1 or 2 days and travel more slowly for more walks or swims or just relaxing  - You can add these as extras in the booking process.

Lightning Ridge Opals Tours

Sydney to Outback New South Wales ( NSW )  tour via the Blue Mountains, Mudgee wines, Wollomi National Park, Warrumbungle Mountains, Lightning Ridge opals, hot springs, Mt Kaputar, Hunter Valley 

• Wildlife in the wild. See emus, kangaroos, reptiles, wallabies, stunning native birds and much more
• Buy opal at traders prices from the source at Lightning Ridge
• Meet real Australian’s and local Aboriginal people in communities
• Other tour options include Broken Hill, Lake Mungo NP, Gundabooka National Park, Bourke

 4 day Lightning Ridge Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Outback NSW Tour

– itinerary

Day 1 – Depart your Sydney hotel or accommodation at 730 am and enjoy the fresh early light and air of the spectacular Blue Mountains. Visit Katoomba, Leura, Echo Point, Three Sisters, Jamieson Valley (Grand Canyon) and Cliff Drive over Megalong Valley before a morning tea at Govett’s Leap near Blackheath, overlooking the Grose Valley and spectacular Blue Gum Forest in the Blue Mountains. OPTIONAL EXTRA NIGHT IN BLUE MOUNTAINS

Descent the 1500 metres of the Great Dividing Range and from Pearson’s Lookout view the Blue Mountains region and Wollomi National Park in this World Heritage area. Enjoy a tasty lunch at a Winery in Mudgee and enjoy wine tasting. Travel on through old gold mining towns, and historic Gulgong – the town that was on the $10 note. Dine at own expense in town (numerous options) and consider a visit to the Sky Watch Observatory to view the night sky through their giant telescope. This area experiences some of the clearest skies in the world, hence the nearby Siding Springs Observatory. Enjoy motel accommodation this evening in Coonabarabran

Day 2: After a healthy breakfast see wild kangaroos and emus as we travel through Warrumbungle National Park. On the 4 day tour we have time to take a short bushwalk to see the spectacular view of the Breadknife and surrounding mountains in this unique volcanic region. Also available is a close-up visit to the large 3.9-metre diameter optical telescope at the Anglo-Australian Telescope facility at Siding Springs in the Warrumbungles. Siding Spring Observatory houses over 60 telescopes from institutions across the world including, Korea, America, the UK, Poland, Hungary, Germany and Russia. Travel through rural grain producing towns, and see the innovative and large water tower and silo artworks Arrive Lightning Ridge, home to Australia’s beautiful black opal. Visit an underground opal mine and see how the mining community lives. Buy your opals direct from the Opal Cutters and Wholesalers at huge discounts to City prices. Enjoy a swim in the healing waters of the hot Artesian spring baths. Overnight Lightning Ridge motel.

Day 3: Depart Lightning Ridge for the 650 km return journey to the Hunter Valley, via huge sheep stations and some of the largest fields of wheat and cotton in the world. Witness the majestic 1520 m high Mt Kaputar dominating this ancient volcanic landscape.  Lunch in a “Country Pub”. Travel on through the Liverpool Ranges, and Scone, the heart of horse breeding country in Australia. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon wine tasting before overnight in Hunter Valley OR PORT STEPHENS

Day 4: Enjoy a relaxed breakfast in the Hunter Valley - or consider a dawn hot air Balloon Flight over the Hunter Valley (see details in booking process) Then options include more wine tasting, or visit the Hunter Valley Wildlife Park to see Koalas, Kangaroos, Wombats and many more Aussie wildlife favourites. Then  travel the 2 hours via freeway and scenic Hawkesbury River crossing to Sydney arriving at a time that suits you before 6pm

Inclusions –

• Sydney CBD or CBD hotel or airport pickup and return
• 3 nights Motel style accommodation
• Optional extra 1 or 2 nights for more reaxed hikes or sightseeing
• All meals except 3 dinners own cost in restaurants
• Wine tastings
• Wild wildlife!!
• Discount opal buying
• Aboriginal art and real Aussie county folk
• National Parks entry fees.
• Tour price supports Outback Kids Fund & Nature Care projects.

BOOK HERE Or Call 0417 244 600 or 1300 763 188

8 Day NSW Outback Lightning Ridge Bourke Broken Hill Mungo Silo Art

Explore the Far West of NSW with Silo Art, Mungo National Park, Gundabooka Rock Art, Mootwingee NP option, Broken Hill, Darling River Run from Wilcannia to Bourke with a visit to White Cliffs opals fields, Bourke river cruise, Lightning Ridge, Brewarrina Sydney to Broken Hill timed with rail return option. 8 days

Our tours are small group adventures for people who love to connect with regional Australia and particularly regional and outback New South Wales. Our small group tours travel in Land Cruiser vehicles

Highlights

• Sydney to Mungo & Gundabooka National Parks & Aboriginal rock art,  Broken Hill, Bourke, Lightning Ridge
• Return by Rail from Broken Hill or on to Innaminka and the Burke & Wills Dig Tree, Cameron Corner or Wilpena Pound & Lake Eyre
  
• Blue Mountains & Three Sisters
  
• Portland Silo Art
• Mungo National Park & China Walls sunset tour
• Menindee – Lakes & Burke & Wills Campsite
  
• Broken Hill & Silverton - Pro Hart Gallery, mine tour, history, Mining & railway museums
• Return optional tours - Meets rail to Sydney or Adelaide
• White Cliffs Opal fields
• Darling River Run via Pooncarie, Menindee Lakes, Wilcannia Tilpa & Louth
• Gundabooka National Park & Aboriginal rock art
• Bourke - river cruise and history
• Brewarrinna - ancient fish traps 40,000 years old
• Siding Springs Telescope
  
• Warrumbungle Ranges NP
• Optional day tour to Mutawintji National Park for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history.

Day 1 —- SYDNEY, MUDGEE GULGONG, COONABARABRAN

Depart Sydney via Bells Line of Road, via Mt Tomah with spectacular views of the Grose Valley, and look at the Zig Zag Railway at Clarence. From Lithgow we are now a short drive to Mudgee where we'll taste some local wines and have lunch in a vineyard. BL

Check out Poets Corner, on the way to Gulgong - the town that was on the $10 note. This small village from the gold rush days is a delight to take in the regional history and historic buildings. We travel via Dunedoo, known for its poetry, hospitality, and name, then check out the murals of Mendooran before overnight Coonabarabran LD

Day 2 — Warrumbungle Bushwalk, Macquarie Marshes,

The Warrumbungles are calling and we take an approximate 1 hour walk with views of the spectacular breadknife from Camp Blackman. Burbie Canyon walking track is a gentle 2km stroll through a sandstone gorge and is particularly popular for birdwatching. On return we have a tour of Siding Springs Observatory, home to Australia’s largest optical telescope.

Heading west now via silo art in Coonamble then to Macquarie Marshes a UNESCO registered site of outstanding value as one of the most important wetland areas in the world. It is one of the most crucial breeding sites for waterbirds in Australia, with 77 species, along with over 150 other birds, as well as fish, turtles, frogs, snakes and mammals. Travel on via Walgett, and visit the local museum with its wool industry heritage, then to Lightning Ridge for an afternoon experience of the Chambers of the Black Hand Opal Mine Art Carving Tour and a tour of the region and opal traders in this fascinating outback town. Overnight Lightning Ridge  Meals: BLD

Day 3 - Lightning Ridge, Brewarrina fish traps, Bourke

Discover more of Lightning Ridge, check out the opal dealers and famous bore baths. We head for Brewarrina on the Barwon River, and the 40,000-year-old Aboriginal Fish Traps - still working. The Brewarrina fish traps are one of the oldest man-made structures on earth. This elaborate network of rock weirs and pools stretches for around half a kilometre along the riverbed and was built by ancient tribes, to catch fish as they swam upstream. Overnight Bourke. Meals: BLD

Day 4— BOURKE, Cruise on The Darling On The Jandra paddleboat, Gundabooka National Park

The impressive ‘Back O’Bourke’ centre showcases the early days of Bourke and beyond. Discover the ‘Outback’ life of Henry Lawson, the search for an inland sea. Marvel at the stories of the ‘women of the west’ including Nancy Bird Walton, who flew an air ambulance here in the 1930’s. Stop by the 110 year old Morrall’s bakery for a pie or pastry, follow the Heritage Trail through town, or visit the grave of Fred Hollows. Cruise along the Darling on the Jandra, an historic paddle boat to recall the river boat history. In recent years Bourke has undergone a remarkable revitalisation and is now a shining light in positive indigenous opportunities. Take a cultural walk to learn about the history of Aboriginal people in Bourke and the personal connection formed with the land and it’s richness. Now to Gundabooka National Park which surrounds Mt Gundabooka and has unique Aboriginal Rock art to explore, including a pleasant and easy walk through this isolated National Park.Overnight Bourke. Meals: BLD

Day 5 — Darling River Run to White Cliffs

From here to the Darling River Run to Wilcannia, once a bustling port for the wool-laden paddle steamers, now with its beautiful and historic sandstone public architecture. Follow the Darling River Run down stream via river towns of Louth & Tilpa - with a cuppa and tour at the famous Dunlop Station if operating. Dunlop Station is an historic sheep station property located on the Darling River. Once a million acres it has a 45 stand shearing shed which was the first shed to have mechanical shears. with the check out the paddle boat and big wool and sheep station history of this region. Travel to White Cliffs and explore the opal mines history, and maybe find some local opal bargains. overnight White Cliffs. BLD

Day 6 -  White Cliffs, Burke & Wills camp, Kinchega National Park, Mungo National Park, Wilcannia, Menindee Lakes

Explore White Cliffs opal fields and maybe pick up a few bargains from the numerous opal dealers in town. We then head for Wilcannia and Menindee Lakes via the 2nd leg of the Darling River Run to Menindee. Explore the memorial to Burke & Wills camp on the lakeshore and a haven for wetland birds. We visit the picturesque lakes and the grand and restored Kinchega  Woolshed in Kinchega National Park with beautiful sweeping river bends. We follow the river further south to Pooncarie and Mungo National Park. Optional Sunset tour overlooking the Mungo lunar landscape Overnight Mungo Lodge, Mungo National Park. Meals: BLD

Day 7 - Mungo National Park, Broken Hill 

Explore Mungo National Park including the Walls of China and this ancient lakebed that was home to megafauna of the area. Learn of Mungo man and Mungo Woman, known as the oldest known ritual burial in the world. We travel the Mungo circuit to explore the ancient Willandra Lakes and the historic sheep station and large and impressive shearing shed that served the area for around 100 years. After lunch, we travel to Broken Hill for a view from The Line of Lode Lookout and Miners Memorial above Broken Hill, before dinner at the famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of murals from Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame) Overnight Broken Hill. Meals: BL Dinner own purchase at Mario's Palace Hotel restaurant.

Day 8 – Broken Hill highlights

Tour completes after breakfast with hotel checkout at 10am. Join a Lake Eyre Tour with flights or free time to explore Broken Hill highlights (your choice) including Pro Hart Gallery, plus Desert Sculptures or extra cost for an optional tour to Mutawintji National Park for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history. Meals: B

Train to Sydney departs weekly on Tuesday or daily flights or coach services to capital cities

This tour often Links with our Cameron Corner Country tour on to Innaminka and the Burke & Wills Dig Tree, Cameron Corner or Wilpena Pound & Lake Eyre.

All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure. If you require a booking for 1 person please call us directly to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.

Inclusions –

• 7 nights Motel Accommodation - twin share or single supplement available - see booking link details
  
• Genuine small group tour vehicle - usually 2-4 people in 4WD GXL Landcruisers
• Professional Driver Guide
• All meals
• Jandra Paddleboat cruise at Bourke
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.
  
• Tour price supports Outback Kids & Nature Care projects.

• BOOK HERE Or Call 0417 244 600 or 1300 763 188

Note video on this page may show some locations from 12 day tour not included in this tour

Cameron Corner Country with Mungo Lightning Ridge Dig Tree Innamincka Cooper Creek Eromanga Dinosaurs Macquarie Marshes, Hay, Darling River  Tibooburra  Bourke Darling River cruise Brewarrina Fish Traps Silo Art Outback NSW Tour 10 days from Sydney return Outback NSW Tour 12 days.

This is our poular 10 day tour with Mungo National park and Lightning Ridge overnights added

Note tour runs reverse of below

Small group (max. 4 per 4WD) to explore the Far West of NSW, South Australia and South Western Queensland.

Highlights

• Sydney to Broken Hill and return to Sydney
• Follow the Indian Pacific Rail route
• Parkes Radio Telescope  – The Dish
• Lake Cargelligo central NSW
• Menindee Lakes & Burke & Wills Campsite
• Packsaddle & Milparinka historic sites
• Tibooburra granites, pastoral, art and mining history
• Sturt National Park
• Cameron Corner Country - NSW SA QLD borders
• Innamincka overnight
• Burke and Wills Dig Tree and grave sites and Cooper Creek walks
• Dog Fence & SA/QLD/NSW State border
• Darling River via Menindee Lakes, Wilcannia
• Macquarie Marshes - great bird spotting and special extra time here
• Gulgong historic village
• Mudgee winetasting
• Silo Art Trail
  
• Blue Mountains

Itinerary -

add Mungo NP and Lightning Ridge2 nights + in reverse

Day 1 – Depart Sydney for the Blue Mountains with morning tea at stunning views from Govetts Leap over the Grose Valley. Moving on via Lithgow to Bathurst and the fascinating history of the gold rush and Cobb & Co coaches. We travel via Orange to near Parkes to visit The Dish Exhibition Centre at the giant CSIRO operated radiotelescope that brought the 1st moon landing images to Earth. Back in Parkes, and less famous is the King's Castle, Australia's very own Elvis Presley museum created by the original yellow Wiggle Greg Page.

Heading west we travel beside the Indian Pacific railway route and visit Manildra, Bogan Gate and Condobolin, in extensive Murray Darling Basin wheat, grain, sheep and cattle producing areas with a taste of the far west of NSW. Arrive for overnight at Lake Cargelligo.

Day 2 - We depart for Hillston, once an important stop for the stagecoaches of Cobb and Co. then on via Ivanhoe on the Cobb Highway, part of the Kidman Way. Arriving in Menindee we visit Kinchega National Park, to view the birdlife of Menindee Lakes then to nearby Burke and Wills camp on the banks of the Darling River. It's now a short hop to Broken Hill for dinner at the famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of the original murals from Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame) Overnight Broken Hill.

Day 3 – Explore Broken Hill highlights (your choice) options include Pro Hart Gallery, The Line of Lode Lookout, a mine tour, and Miners Memorial plus Desert Sculptures or Lake Mungo or Mutawintji National Parks (optional extra day tour) for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history.

Day 4  -  Depart Broken Hill through the Barrier Range on the Silver City Highway via Packsaddle for Milparinka Appreciate this once thriving gold mining town at the restored Milparinka Heritage Precinct withh impressive new displays of early life and Sturts expedition. This area has been extensively mined for tin, lead and gold and operated large sheep stations. 

We can also visit Poole's Grave and Depot Glen, where explorer Charles Sturt spent 6 months in 1845 with a team of men, waiting for rain and cooler conditions. T. Time to explore Tibooburra, and the Outdoor Pastoral Museum. Flat-topped mesas and fantastic views characterise the central Jump-Up country while 450 million-year-old granite tors surrounding Tibooburra form part of the southern boundary of the Sturt National Park. We check out the impressive National Parks display and explore the nearby Granites walking track at the Dead Horse campground, and considerable town and mining history before overnight here at the Family Hotel or Granites Motel BLD

Day 5 - Heading into the Sturt Desert we cross the Grey Range with a stop and walk to the lake at Fort Grey. The park protects an enormous arid landscape of space and solitude. The rolling red-sand dunes of the Strzelecki desert ripple through the western section, graduating past surprising wetlands surrounded by white sands. After some great opportunities for photos, and to explore the work of the Wild Deserts project reintroducing locally extinct mammals to Sturt National Park in the far corner of outback NSW.

We cross through the dingo fence (Earths largest man made structure) to arrive at Cameron Corner on the 3 states corner (NSW, SA & QLD). After some refreshments at the "Corner Store" we travel via Bollards Lagoon, the Yellow Bus and Merty Merty station, crossing the sand hills of the Strzelecki Desert, and Strzelecki Creek as we head up the Strzelecki Track through the uncanny Moomba oil & gas fields. We pass the location of the now decommissioned geothermal power plant / hot rocks project of Geodynamics where Australia has the hottest rocks on Earth, outside of volcanic areas.

Geologists think that 10 million years ago, the granites in the Cooper Basin, South Australia, were exposed at the surface. Since that time they have been covered by a sedimentary layer, four kilometres thick, that acts as an overlying blanket; trapping the heat and preventing it from escaping to the atmosphere.

The heat is created by naturally occurring radiogenic decay that heats the granite to more than 250 degrees Celsius. The granite temperatures in Europe are only 180 degrees Celsius. The granite belt in the Cooper Basin is fractured in horizontal layers and these fractures naturally contain water at very high pressures – up to 5, 000 pounds per square inch.

Check out the birdlife at sunset on the flooding Cooper Creek before dinner at the Innamincka Hotel, adjacent the famous old Mission station, restored as National Parks offices.Overnight in Innamincka by the Cooper Creek

Day 6 - A chance for an early walk and look at creek side birdlife - and quirky Innamincka - before we visit Burke's Grave site.   We then drive approximately 70km further upstream crossing the SA/ QLD border and Nappa Merrie Station (once owned by S Kidman & Co) to the Burke & Wills Dig Tree.

Here Burke & Wills support team waited 4 months before departing, even though intsructed by Burke to wait 3 months. Provisions were buried for the northern explorers before the support group left only hours before Burke & Wills return, who were so weak they chose not to pursue. Lots of history, and birdlife here on the infamous Cooper Creek.

After a reflective look around here, we head for Eromanga and the Eromanga Natural History Museum where nearby Australia’s largest dinosaur was carefully excavated from the dirt and a raft of other dinosaurs followed, all species that had never been seen before. The discoveries made southwest Queensland the country’s newest palaeontology frontier. We take a museum tour and meet the discovered remains of dinosaurs "Cooper" and "Zac" and many other species.

Day 7 -  Today our destination is Bourke, back in NSW via Thargomindah, Lake Bindegolly National Park which conserves one of the most important wetland systems in south-west Queensland and is often home to prolific birdlife. Then on via Yowah and Eulo with unique Boulder opals. Cunnamulla is next where we learn of the Cunnamulla Fella (a song of a drover written by Slim Dusty) We cross the border to NSW and follow the Warrego River south for our overnight and dinner in Bourke.

Day 8 - In Bourke we take a cruise along the Darling River on the Jandra, a rebuilt historic paddleboat to recall the river boat history. In recent years Bourke has undergone a remarkable revitalisation and is now a shining light in the remote west of NSW. The impressive ‘Back O’Bourke’ centre showcases the early days of Bourke and beyond. Discover the Outback life of Henry Lawson, and the search for an inland sea. Hear the stories of the ‘women of the west’ including Nancy Bird Walton, who flew an air ambulance here in the 1930’s. Stop by the 110 year old Morrall’s bakery for a pie or pastry, follow the Heritage Trail through town, or visit the grave of Fred Hollows.  Overnight Bourke.

Day 9 - We head for Brewarrina on the Barwon River, and the 40,000-year-old Aboriginal Fish Traps - still working. The Brewarrina fish traps are one of the oldest man-made structures on earth. This elaborate network of rock weirs and pools stretches for around half a kilometre along the riverbed and was built by ancient tribes, to catch fish as they swam upstream. Heading south to Macquarie Marshes a UNESCO registered site of outstanding value as one of the most important wetland areas in the world. It is one of the most crucial breeding sites for waterbirds in Australia, with 77 species, along with over 150 other birds, as well as fish, turtles, frogs, snakes and mammals. We travel on via silo art in Coonamble then take the scenic road to the beautiful Warrumbungles for a delightful bush walk with wonderful views of The Breadknife.

The Warrumbungles is Australia’s only Dark Sky Park, meaning it is our only Internationally recognised park with an exceptional quality of starry nights and an environment specifically protected for its scientific, natural, educational, cultural heritage, and public enjoyment. Tonight you can book a Star gazing session with local expert and high powered telescopes Overnight Coonabarabran

Day 10 - In Coonabarabran  view the Diprotodon fossil remains discovered at nearby Tambar Springs. Back in the 'bungles take a tour of Siding Springs Observatory, home to Australia’s largest optical telescope. Since opening in 1964, The Australian National University has operated the observatory site hosting research telescopes from the ANU's Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA), Las Cumbres Observatory (LCO) and many other institutions from around the world. Research is varied, from probing the depths of the cosmos in search of "Dark Energy" to searching the Milky Way for other planets and signs of life. We tour inside the dome of the largest telescope and learn of its workings plus visist the adjacent astronomy exhibition centre.

We depart the region mid morning and drive through Dunedoo, known for its poetry, hospitality, and name, or alternatively via Coolah, one of several towns to claim bragging rights as the home of the legendary Black Stump. It was here that the colloquial saying ‘Beyond the Black Stump’, meaning ‘beyond the limits of civilisation,’ is said to have originated.

On the way to Gulgong - the town that was on the way to Gulgong - the town that was on the $10 note. This small village from the gold rush days is a delight to take in the regional history and historic buildings. We are now a short drive to Mudgee where we’ll taste some local wines and have lunch in a vineyard. Travel via Lithgow and the Zig Zag railway and back to Sydney via spectacular Grose Valley views and Mt Tomah on Bells Line fo Road to Sydney and tour completion.

All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure. If you require a booking for 1 person please call us direct to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.

Inclusions –

• 11 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation - twin share or single supplement available - see booking link
• Genuine small group tour vehicle - usually 2-4 per 4WD Landcruisers
• Professional Driver Guide
• All meals except 3 meals 1 day in Broken Hill
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.
• Eromanga Museum entry
• Dig Tree Entry fees
• Tour price supports Outback Kids & Nature Care projects.

BOOK HERE Or Call 0417 244 600 or 1300 763 188

Channel and Corner Country Adelaide Mungo Broken Hill Tibooburra Cameron Corner Innamincka Birdsville Boulia Alice Springs 10 Day Tour

• Join tour from Alice Springs or Uluru, to Adelaide, Mildura or Broken Hill (rail option to Sydney)
• Fully accommodated hotel rooms or outback cabins at Tobermorey
• Genuine small group - 2-4 per 4WD
• NOT a Bus
• Tour Operation since 1993
  

Overnights Stops are - Tobermorey, Boulia, Birdsville 2N, Innamincka, Tibooburra, Broken Hill 2N Mungo NP, Adelaide

This Small group luxury 4WD travel via Channel and Corner Country Adelaide Broken Hill Innamincka Birdsville Alice Springs 10 Day Tour runs from Adelaide to Alice Springs via Mungo National Park, Darling River Run via Pooncarie and Menindee Lakes, Burke and Wills camp, Broken Hill, Silverton, Milparinka, Tibooburra, Cameron Corner, Moomba, Innamincka, Dig Tree, Coongie Lakes (access allowing) Mungerannie, Birdsville, Bedourie, Boulia, Tobermorey, Plenty Highway to Alice Springs.

Explore in the footsteps of Burke & Wills (visit the Dig Tree) in this remote and fascinating area around the junction of the NSW, QLD & SA borders and beyond. This tour includes Big Red sandhill viewing the Simpson Desert, Cooper Creek cruise, Boulia, Min Min lights encounter and Plenty Highway desert travel and Gemtree minerals visit.

Visit the famous Dig Tree & historic reserve, plus Burke's Grave on the banks of Cooper Creek. this remote and fascinating area around the junction of the NSW, QLD & SA borders, known as Cameron Corner. Travel through giant sheep stations from over 100 years ago, witness the Moomba oil fields & mighty Cooper Creek at Innamincka. Travelling in our luxury 4WD Landcruisers, you can stand at the famous Cameron Corner adjacent the Dog Fence. Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art sites and hear the tales of the great Cattle drives as we travel the Strzelecki Track - pioneered by Captain Starlight as he stole 1000 cattle from Queensland QLD in 1870. Later, Sidney Kidman & Co and many others made their fortunes on the track pioneered by Starlight.

Includes 2 hour Cooper Creek cruise at Innamincka if operating

ITINERARY DETAILS  - FROM ALICE OR ULURU SOUTH BOUND 

Day 1 - Depart Alice Springs and travel via Gemtree (mineral fossicking) and the Plenty Highway to Tobermorey, a remote cattle station nestled in the stunning Outback landscape. As you journey through the vast expanses, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of the rugged terrain, with giant termite nests dotting the horizon. Arrive at Tobermorey and settle into your accommodation, surrounded by the peacefulness of the Outback. Take a moment to enjoy the serene beauty of the surroundings before an evening under the star-filled sky. LD

Day 2 - Continue your adventure as you make your way to Boulia, a charming Outback town with a rich pioneering history. Explore the town's historic landmarks, such as the Stonehouse Museum, which offers insights into the early days of settlement. Visit the Min Min Encounter, a captivating theatre presentation that delves into the mysterious phenomenon of the Min Min lights, a phenomenon that has intrigued and baffled locals and visitors for decades. The exhibition sheds light on the stories and legends surrounding these strange lights, adding an air of intrigue to your journey.  Continue south via Channel Country lakes and rivers with rich birdlife to Overnight Bedourie BLD

Day 3 - Your journey takes you to the iconic Birdsville, a remote outpost renowned for its connection to Outback exploration and adventure. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this remote town, which comes alive during the annual Birdsville Races, a legendary horse racing event. Visit the Birdsville Hotel, an iconic Outback pub steeped in history, and listen to the stories of the old drovers and explorers who once passed through this rugged region. You'll have the opportunity to climb Big Red, the tallest sand dune in the Simpson Desert. As you conquer its sandy slopes, be rewarded with panoramic views of the vast desert landscape stretching out as far as the eye can see. Explore the local attractions, such as the Burke & Wills marked tree, a significant historical site marking the ill-fated expedition of these explorers. Discover the remnants of Australia's most famous thermal power station, a testament to the ingenuity and challenges faced in this harsh environment. Take a moment to soak in the stunning views of the vast red dunes that surround the town, offering a glimpse of the awe-inspiring Simpson Desert. Overnight Birdsville  BLD

Day 4 - Depart Birdsville and make your way to the historic town of Innamincka, located on the banks of the legendary Cooper Creek. Immerse yourself in the rich history of this region, where explorers such as Burke and Wills ventured into the unknown. Visit the Dig Tree, a poignant memorial to the ill-fated expedition, and learn about the challenges and triumphs faced by these early pioneers. Take a leisurely cruise along Cooper Creek, marvelling at the tranquil beauty of the waterway and the diverse birdlife that calls it home. Overnight Innamincka BLD

Day 5 - Spend another day in Innamincka, exploring the captivating landscapes and engaging with the local community. Discover the stunning Coongie Lakes if the access route is open, a haven for birdlife and a sanctuary of natural beauty. Delve deeper into the history of Innamincka, with its connections to early European settlement and the Indigenous cultures that have thrived in this region for thousands of years. Enjoy the warm hospitality of the Innaminka Hotel and immerse yourself in the stories and legends that have shaped this unique Outback town. Cooper Creek cruise option if running Overnight Innamincka BLD

Day 6 - Depart Innamincka and venture toward Tibooburra, a historic Outback town nestled amidst the rugged Jump-Up country. Travel via Moomba oil and gas fields, the Strzelecki Track and Cameron Corner then via Sturt National Park and the Wild Deserts wildlife restoration project. In Tibooburra, explore the National Park Museum, which showcases the region's rich  heritage and the resilience of those who lived and worked in this harsh environment. Admire the unique geological formations of the Jump-Up country, characterized by flat-topped mesas and sweeping views that stretch out as far as the eye can see. Take a moment to appreciate the serenity of this remote region, where time seems to stand still. Overnight Tibooburra BLD

Day 7 - Today, your journey takes you to Milparinka, an old gold mining town south of Tibooburra. From there to Broken Hill, a vibrant city with a fascinating mining history and a thriving artistic community. Discover the famous Silverton, a small town that has captured the imaginations of filmmakers and artists alike. Visit the Living Desert sculptures, an impressive outdoor gallery that showcases the artistic talents of local and international artists against the backdrop of the Outback landscape. Explore the Pro Hart Gallery, dedicated to the works of one of Australia's most renowned artists, and gain insights into the region's artistic heritage. Overnight Broken Hill  BLD

Day 8 - Enjoy another day in Broken Hill, where you can delve deeper into the city's rich history and cultural offerings. Explore the Railway & Historical Museum, which sheds light on the importance of the railway in connecting remote Outback communities. Visit Menindee Lakes, a series of interconnected waterways that provide a vital lifeline to the region's flora and fauna. Learn about the rich biodiversity and the significance of these lakes to the local ecosystem. In the evening, enjoy a well-deserved dinner at one of Broken Hill's iconic establishments, where you can savour delicious cuisine while reflecting on the experiences of your Outback journey.  Overnight Broken Hill

Day 9 - Depart Broken Hill and make your way to the stunning Mungo National Park, a World Heritage-listed site of immense cultural and natural significance. Explore the Walls of China, a striking formation of ancient lunettes that bear witness to the region's Aboriginal heritage and the stories of its traditional custodians, including Mungo Man and Mungo Woman. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the park, including the restored woolshed, which offers insights into the region's pastoral heritage. As you explore the park, take in the sweeping views of the vast Mungo landscape, shaped by millennia of natural processes. Overnight Mungo National Park

Day 10 - Today marks the final leg of your journey as you make your way to Adelaide, the vibrant capital of South Australia. Travel through the scenic Barossa Valley wine country, renowned for its world-class vineyards and picturesque landscapes. Sample the region's renowned wines and indulge in delectable gourmet experiences along the way. As you approach Adelaide, take a moment to reflect on the incredible landscapes, rich history, and unique experiences that have defined your Outback adventure. Tour completes Adelaide. Accommodation own arrangements.

This fully inclusive tour is by small group luxury 4WD travel.

Inclusions

• Genuine small group 2- 4 per car, in 4WD Landcruisers up to 3 cars
• Professional and experienced driver / guides
• Long established relationships with local Aboriginal people enriches experiences
• Access to remote areas and rock art sites unreachable by most tour vehicles
• Ensuite hotel/motel accommodation except possible 1 night camping at Tobermorey if booked out.
• All Delicious meals on tour, including vegetarian options.
• All World Heritage and National Park entry and accommodation fees
• Contributions of tour price support Outback Kids and nature care programs.
• You – and Your involvement in a creation much bigger than most can imagine

Exclusions

• Alcohol
• Flights to and from departure points

HIGHLIGHTS

• Start Uluru or Alice Springs - Complete Adelaide, Mildura or Broken Hill - please ASK
• Fully accommodated hotel rooms if booked early
• Genuine small group - 2-4 per 4WD
• NOT a Bus
• Tours operation since 1993
  

Join tour from Alice Springs or Uluru, to Adelaide, Mildura or Broken Hill (fly or rail options to Sydney or other cities)

Mungo National Park Tours from Sydney to Broken Hill & Adelaide

REVERSE OF BELOW ITINERARY

Possible to Meet Lake Eyre to Alice Springs tour from Adelaide or Broken Hill OR Meet Cameron Corner Country tours

Options to depart tour at Broken Hill on day 4 and or take a day tour Mutawintji National Park for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history.

Mungo National Park Tours Discover Outback NSW and this ancient landscape, travel the Darling River Run and explore Bourke & Wills camp and wetlands at Menindee Lakes on this Mungo National Park Tours from Sydney to Broken Hill (or reverse option)

Day 1 – Depart from Sydney – travelling via the famous “Dog on the Tucker Box” (Canberra pickup available) over the Great Dividing Range to Wagga Wagga, and on to Narranderra in the Heart of Australia food bowl, the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, then Hay. Overnight Hay for a hearty local meal and overnight stop.

Day 2 – Visit the Shearers Hall of Fame at Shear Outback and learn of the rich life in the wool industry in early NSW. Then to Balranald and Into the desert and Mungo National Park to explore this ancient lake bed environment. Here the stories of the regions from local Aboriginal guide, and learn of the oldest known ritual burial in the world. Discover the Walls of China and megafauna history of the area, explore the ancient Willandra Lakes and the historic sheep station and large and impressive shearing shed that served the area for around 100 years. Overnight Mungo Lodge, Mungo National Park.

Days 3 – Travel the Darling River via Pooncarie, Menindee and Kinchega National Park. Explore the memorial to Burke & Wills camp on the lake shore, and haven for wetland birds. Dinner at famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of murals from Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame) Overnight Broken Hill.

Day 4 – Explore Broken Hill highlights (your choice) including Pro Hart Gallery, The Line of Lode Lookout and Miners Memorial plus Desert Sculptures or stay longer for Mutawintji National Park for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history. Then travel to Adelaide via Peterborough (railway history) Burra (old Copper mine tour) and tour completion

Alternatively depart tour in Broken Hill and return by rail or stay a while and enjoy the fascinating history and culture of Broken Hill

Day 5 – Option - Explore Broken Hill in morning then travel to Adelaide or Sydney with us or by rail or fly. OR a few more days in fascinating Broken Hill.OR Lake Eyre from Adelaide or Broken Hill

4 day tour – Cost includes 3 nights motel accommodation, all meals, 4WD travel, twin share or double. Single supplement $380. Excludes Mutawintji National Park tour cost if chosen

Call Now: 1300 763 188

SILO ART TRAIL TOUR

Have you seen the fabulous Silo Art Trail tours – The Silo At Trail is transforming Australian regional towns

Our Silo Art Trail tours are small group adventures for people who love to connect with regional Australia and particularly regional and outback New South Wales, country Victoria and South Australia. Our small group tours travel in Land Cruiser vehicles.

Following is a 5 day tour in outback regional New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia supporting regional communities.

Join us on an adventure through rural Australia to witness these great masterpieces and the local hospitality.

Silo Art Trail Tours - 5 Day Tour Details

Day 1: Adelaide to Horsham - Discovering Art in the Rural Landscape

• Morning: Set off from Adelaide's vibrant cityscape, embarking on a journey to the heart of South Australia's rural art scene. Your first stop, Coonalpyn, introduces you to silos that canvas the sky, each mural telling stories of the land and its people. Wander beneath these colossal canvases, absorbing the artistry that captures the spirit of the region.
• Travel on via the Limestone Coast wine producing region, including Padthaway to the Naracoorte Caves National Park for lunch and optional cave tour.
• Travel through rural Victoria with views of the Grampian Ranges to our Overnight stop in Horsham Victoria.

Day 2: Horsham to Echuca - A Journey Through Victoria's Open-Air Gallery

• Morning:  the Silo Art Trail awaits. The silos emerge as beacons of culture across the vast landscape, each stop a chapter in the region's visual anthology. Today sights include Rupanyup, Sheep Hills, Brim, Rosebery, Nullawil, Lascelles, Sea Lake and Nullawil
  We visit Lake Bogan and Explore the Historic site of the Catalina Seaplanes and WWII aircraft memorabilia.
• We then follow the Murray River to Echuca for overnight
  
•  This historic town, nestled by the Murray River, invites you to step back in time aboard its iconic paddle steamers.
• Overnight: Echuca's charming accommodations provide a picturesque setting to unwind, surrounded by echoes of Australia's riverboat past.

Day 3: Echuca to Wagga Wagga - Exploring Heritage and Artistic Endeavors

• Morning: Begin with a leisurely cruise on the Murray, immersing yourself in Echuca's storied past. As the paddle steamers glide on the river, history unfolds in the gentle currents.
• Afternoon: The journey continues into NSW, with stops at Rochester, St. James, and Tungamah's vibrant silos, each a masterpiece of rural artistry. These communities share their stories through bold strokes and vivid colors.
• Overnight: Wagga Wagga, a hub of culture and agriculture, offers a warm welcome with its blend of modern amenities and country hospitality.

Day 4: Wagga Wagga to Bathurst - From Riverina's Plains to Gold Rush Towns

• Morning: Depart Wagga Wagga for the Riverina region, where Narrandera, Grenfell, and Weethalle Silos stand as monuments to the area's agricultural heritage and artistic flair.
• Afternoon: The route meanders through Canowindra, home to the fascinating Museum of Fishes, before reaching Bathurst. Here, delve into Australia's gold rush era, exploring the legacy of pioneers and the allure of historic Cobb & Co coaches.
• Overnight: Bathurst's blend of history and hospitality offers a perfect backdrop for reflection and relaxation, nestled within the scenic beauty of the Central Tablelands.

Day 5: Bathurst to Sydney - Concluding with Cultural Landmarks

• Morning: Your final leg begins with a visit to the Portland silos, where art and industry merge at the old Cement Factory, showcasing community revitalization through creativity.
• We take a break at Wallarawang and iew the memorial to Charles Darwin who was here in 1836.
  
• Afternoon: As you approach Sydney, the journey transitions from rural tranquility back to urban dynamism, concluding your exploration of Australia's artistic and historical tapestry.
• Tour ends this evening approx 5 - 6 pm with drop offs available at CBD hotels or airport.
  

This itinerary not only guides you through some of the most picturesque and culturally rich parts of Australia but also offers an immersive experience into the heart and soul of its communities, landscapes, and artistic expressions.

All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure.  Should you require a booking for 1 person please call us direct to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.Inclusions –

• 4 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation - twin share or single supplement available - see booking link 
• Paddle boat cruise on Murray River at Echuca
• Genuine small group tour vehicle - usually 4WD Landcruisers
• Professional Driver Guide
• All meals
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.
• Tour price supports Outback Kids & Nature Care projects.

BOOK HERE Or Call 0417 244 600 or 1300 763 188

Hunter Valley Wollombi Broke Wine Tasting & Wilderness Tours from Sydney or Hunter Valley – 3 day tour with Balloon Flight option

Private & personalized small private group in a luxury 4WD tour to explore the Hunter Valley & Watagan Forests, Wollombi, Broke & Aboriginal and pioneer history of the region. Your tour includes Wine tasting, Spectacular Scenic Circle route, Wildlife, Convict and Pioneer Village and History, Cheese, Chocolate and Champagne tasting.

Day 1 - Travel in a small group and visit major and boutique wineries in historic Wollombi village in the famous Hunter Valley. Travel the land pioneered by the O’Neill family, early wine and tobacco growers from the 1860s.  Visit the famous PJ O’Neill’s wine saloon, and key stopping and resting place on the Old Northern Road from Sydney to Newcastle. Overnight Nelson Bay

Travel the Aboriginal trading route and songlines via scenic bush and the convict built Old Northern Road.

• Learn of Aboriginal tribes of the region and their way of life
• Visit the Biamme Cave with ancient artwork showing the great Aboriginal creator spirit Biamme blessing the land.
• Visit historic villages of the 1830’s and savour the life of the early settlers and convicts.
• Includes wine tastings at 3-6 (or more) wineries
• Enjoy tea/coffee in the beautiful Wollombi Valley … and share the history of the “locals”.
• Fine Australian wines and an outdoor gourmet picnic lunch
• Hunter Valley Gardens as an option from wine tasting - with crazy creatures and rides for kids
  
• Cheese, Champagne and Chocolate tastings available.
• Kangaroos Koalas Camels and many more exotic and native animals at Oakvale Wildlife Park
• Optional Dolphins cruise, Koala Sanctuary & Hospital, Kids holiday activities at Hunter Valley Gardens inc. Easter egg hunt

 Sydney CBD Hotel pick-up and return.

Day  2 – Enjoy the sun, surf, and sailing (optional extra) in Port Stephens Resort on Nelson Bay north of Newcastle with optional swim/surf or whale or dolphin watch cruise (extra cost). Enjoy a scenic walk through the bushland to Nelson Bay Headland in Tomaree National Park.  Relax overnight at Port Stephens or Hunter
Valley if Balloon flight booked. Alternatively try a Balloon Flight over
the Hunter Valley.

Day  3 – Relax overnight at Port Stephens ( Other options include 4WD to the Moss Wall and walks
in Watagan Mountains - your choice.After a full day we travel back to Sydney crossing the mighty & scenic Hawkesbury River, travelling back into the city via the leafy north shore suburbs, arriving approximately 6pm..

Includes

• Comfortable motel or holiday style accommodation 
• Small group (max 4-6) 4WD transport 
• Professional Guide
• National Park Entry fees

Optional extra costs for -

• Hunter Valley Gardens - with crazy creatures and rides for kids
  
• Kangaroos Koalas Camels and many more exotic and native animals at Oakvale Wildlife Park
• Optional Dolphins cruise, Koala Sanctuary & Hospital, 
• Kids holiday activities at Hunter Valley Gardens inc. Easter egg hunt

Call 1300 763 188  or  +61 417 244 600  

Cameron Corner Country 4WD Tour -NSW / QLD  / SA Corner - 6 Day Corner Country from Adelaide via Broken Hill return to Broken Hill and Adelaide via Tibooburra, Milparinka, Moomba, Innaminka, Dig Tree, Cameron Corner – Explore in the footsteps of Burke & Wills (visit the Dig Tree) this remote and fascinating area around the junction of the NSW, QLD & SA borders. 6 days from Adelaide

Details below  ...

Explore in the footsteps of Burke & Wills (visit the famous Dig Tree & historic reserve) this remote and fascinating area around the junction of the NSW, QLD & SA borders, known as Cameron Corner. Travel through giant sheep stations from over 100 years ago, witness the Moomba oil fields & mighty Cooper Creek at Innamincka. Travelling in our luxury 4WD Landcruisers, you can stand at the famous Cameron Corner, and stay overnight at the "corner store". Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art sites and hear the tales of the great Cattle drives as we travel the Strzelecki Track - pioneered by Captain Starlight as he stole 1000 cattle from Queensland QLD in 1870. Later, Sidney Kidman & Co and many others made their fortunes on the track pioneered by Starlight.

Cameron Corner Country Tour Details ...

Day 1 - Depart at 9 am from Adelaide, and as you leave the city, the scenery
transitions from urban landscapes through quaint rural villages to the vast,
open roads that symbolize the Australian Outback. This journey is not just a
drive but a scenic expedition that showcases the dramatic changes in
Australia's topography and vegetation. Stops at Burra to view the old copper mine, and small towns like Mana Hill and
Yunta, offer glimpses into the rural life and history of South Australia.   Overnight Broken Hill

Day 2  - Depart Broken Hill (or Adelaide day prior) through the Barrier Ranges on the Silver City Highway via Packsaddle for Milparinka and the Albert Hotel. Appreciate this once thriving gold mining town at the restored Milparinka Heritage Precinct. We check out the Tibooburra pub and considerable town before heading into the Sturt Desert & crossing the Grey Range with a stop at Fort Grey. The park protects an enormous arid landscape of space and solitude. The rolling red-sand dunes of the Strzelecki desert ripple through the western section, graduating past surprising wetlands surrounded by white sands. After some great opportunities for photos, and to explore we arrive at Cameron Corner on the 3 states corner (NSW, SA & QLD) for a welcome meal and overnight at the "Corner Store" and hotel.

Day 3 - Travel via Bollards Lagoon, the Yellow Bus and Merty Merty station, crossing the sand hills of the Strzelecki Desert, and Creek as we head for the Strzelecki Track and the uncanny Moomba oil & gas fields. We pass the geothermal power plant / hot rocks project of Geodynamics where Australia has the hottest rocks on Earth, outside of volcanic areas.

Geologists think that 10 million years ago, the granites in the Cooper Basin, South Australia, were exposed at the surface. Since that time they have been covered by a sedimentary layer, four kilometres thick, that acts as an overlying blanket; trapping the heat and preventing it from escaping to the atmosphere.

The heat is created by naturally occurring radiogenic decay that heats the granite to more than 250 degrees Celsius. The granite temperatures in Europe are only 180 degrees Celsius. The granite belt in the Cooper Basin is fractured in horizontal layers and these fractures naturally contain water at very high pressures – up to 5, 000 pounds per square inch. Check out the birdlife at sunset on the flooding Cooper Creek before a delicious meal at the Innamincka Hotel, adjacent the Australian Inland Mission hospital, restored as National Parks offices.

Day 4 - A chance for an early walks and look at creek side birdlife - and quirky Innamincka - before we head for the S/ QLD border and Nappa Merrie Station (once owned by S. Kidman & Co) to the Burke & Wills Dig Tree. Here Burke & Wills support team waited 4 months and 5 days and provisions were buried for the northern explorers. The support left in the morning of the same day before Burke & Wills returned, but they were too weak to follow. Lots of history, and birdlife here on the infamous Cooper Creek. Heading south we travel through picturesque desert then sand hill country via Orientos, Santos and Sullivans Tank before crossing the border into NSW at the Warri Gate on the Dingo fence, and once again into the Sturt Desert. Taking in vast stony plains, the towering red-sand hills of the great Strzelecki Desert and the unusual flat-topped mesas around the Olive Downs, this park covers 340,000 hectares of classic outback terrain. Thanks to the protection of the dingo-proof fence, there are large populations of western grey and red kangaroos. We arrive Tibooburra for dinner & overnight at the local hotel in this most remote NSW desert town.

Day 5 - Time to explore Tibooburra, and the Outdoor Pastoral Museum.  Flat-topped mesas and fantastic views characterise the central Jump-Up country. Remnant gidgee woodland, the catchment system of the ephemeral Twelve-Mile Creek and gibber and grass-covered plains dominate the east, while 450 million year old granite tors surrounding Tibooburra form part of the southern boundary of the park. We leave town and  head for Pooles Grave & Depot Glen where in 1845 Charles Sturts men were stranded and lay camp. Travelling south via salt lakes and vast plains we arrive Broken Hill late afternoon wih many a tale to share.

Day 6 - Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the Silly Goat Cafe in Broken Hill, a vibrant and welcoming cafe known for its quirky atmosphere, delicious food and coffee, and friendly service. We depart and travel via the historic railway route that was from Broken Hill to Port Augusta, carrying the silver lead and zinc from BHPs mine to smelters and export in Port Augusta. We stop into historic Peterborough, with extensive railway history, infiormation centre and the fascinating 3 guage turntable and engine sheds from the early steam days, and critical transport link during WWII. .Next we visit Jamestown, where RM Williams was born and view the wide open streets and historic buidings of this once wealth rural town, and now neighbour to Elon Musk's Tesla battery facility that supports the SA power grid. Arrive Adelaide approximately 5pm.

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Fully inclusive luxury 4WD tour includes luxury small group 4WD travel, 6 days with 5 nights accommodation, all meals, professional guide.

Inclusions –

• 6 days with 3 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation – twin share or single supplement available – see booking link
• Genuine small group tour vehicle – usually 4WD Landcruisers with a maximum of 4 people per car.
  
• Professional Driver Guide
• All meals
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.
• Tour price supports Outback Kids &Nature Care projects.

Call Now: 1300 763 188

Dinosaur Adventure Tour: Cairns to Adelaide in Style 5-Day

Highlights include - 

• Flinders Discovery Centre,Hughenden with Muttaburrasaurus, 
• Kronosaurus Korner, Richmond 
• Larks Quarry Dinosaur stampede, 
• Eromanga with the largest dinosaur fossils found in Australia. 
• Fully accommodated Cairns to Adelaide

Itinerary

Day 1: Cairns to Hughenden – A Journey Back in Time

Depart from Cairns in a luxurious 4WD Landcruiser, designed for comfort and adventure. Enjoy the scenic drive through Queensland’s lush landscapes as you head towards Hughenden. Arrive in Hughenden, a town renowned for its rich prehistoric past. Visit the Flinders Discovery Centre to see impressive fossil displays, including a life-size replica of the Muttaburrasaurus. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around town, soaking in the charming outback atmosphere.

Dinner at a local eatery, featuring hearty Australian cuisine. Overnight stay at a comfortable local motel, ensuring a restful night for the adventures ahead.

Day 2: Hughenden to Jundah – The Outback Awaits

 After a hearty breakfast, continue our journey to Richmond and visit Kronosaurus Korner, home to some of the world’s best-preserved marine fossils. Explore the fascinating exhibits, including the skeleton of a Kronosaurus, one of the largest marine reptiles to have ever lived.

From Richmond we travel to Winton, then Larks Quarry to view the dinosaur stampede. This occurred some 95 million years ago, when herds of small two-legged dinosaurs came to drink at the lake. There were at least150 dinosaurs of two different kinds - carnivorous coelurosaurs about the size of chickens, and slightly larger plant-eating ornithopods, some of them as large as emus. They were attacked by a meat-eating theropod – and the stampedes preserved at Larks Quarry

From here we then travel towards Jundah.Marvel at the changing landscapes as you traverse through the heart of Queensland’s outback. Dinner at a local pub, where you can mingle with locals and share stories. Overnight accommodation in a cozy outback lodge.

Day 3: Jundah to Eromanga – Dinosaur Capital

 Set off for Eromanga, home to some of Australia’s most significant dinosaur discoveries. The drive offers breathtaking views and a true sense of adventure.

 Explore the Eromanga Natural History Museum, where you’ll see the largest dinosaur fossils ever found in Australia.Engage in interactive exhibits and gain insights from expert palaeontologists.

 Enjoy a delicious dinner at the museum’s café, featuring local produce. Relax overnight in well-appointed accommodations, offering modern comforts in an outback setting.

Day 4: Eromanga to Tibooburra – Crossing Borders

 Depart Eromanga and head towards the historic town of Tibooburra. The journey takes you through remote and picturesque landscapes, perfect for photography enthusiasts.

 Arrive in Tibooburra, known for its striking granite outcrops and rich gold mining history. Visit the Tibooburra Pioneer Park and the Courthouse Museum to learn about the town’s fascinating past.

Dinner at the local pub and overnight

Day 5: Tibooburra to Adelaide – The GrandFinale

 Embark on the final leg of your journey towards Adelaide. Enjoy the varied landscapes as you travel from the outback to the city.

Arrive in Adelaide, known for its vibrant culture and beautiful parks. Visit the South Australian Museum to see more incredible dinosaur exhibits and fossils.

 Conclude your adventure with a farewell dinner at one of Adelaide’s fine dining restaurants, celebrating your unforgettable journey. Overnight in a luxurious city hotel, reflecting on the incredible experiences and memories made.

Highlights Include

• Comfortable Travel: Journey in a GXL 4WD Landcruiser,ensuring a smooth and enjoyable ride.
• All-Inclusive Meals: Savor delicious meals throughout the tour, from hearty breakfasts to exquisite dinners.
• Unique Accommodations: Stay in comfortable motels and lodges, offering a perfect blend of outback charm and modern amenities.
• Expert Guides: Learn from knowledgeable guides who bring the prehistoric past to life with fascinating stories and insights.
• Diverse Landscapes: Experience the breathtaking beauty of Queensland’s outback, from lush rainforests to rugged deserts.
• Exclusive Access: Enjoy special access to museums and attractions, providing an intimate and enriching experience.

Book your seat on this extraordinary dinosaur adventure today and embark on a journey through time and landscapes, tailored
for the discerning traveller who seeks both comfort and adventure.

Call Now: 1300 763 188

Lake Eyre Tours Flights with Wilpena Pound 4 DAYS from and return to Broken Hill. Tour includes Flinders Ranges, Bunyeroo & Brachina Gorges,  Includes time to fly over Lake Eyre Warburton Groove Jackboot Halligan Level Post Bay and latest floods. 

2 Lake Eyre Flight Options -

1. Two Hour Flight  - Lake Eyre South & North + Warburton River Dingo Fence | Muloorina Station | Top Of Lake Eyre North | Madigan Gulf | Warburton River | Cooper Creek | Neales River | Warburton Groove |Jackboot Bay | Belt Bay | Lake Eyre South | Marree Man And So Much More.
2. Full Day to Birdsville including Lake Eyre Birdsville Goyder Lagoon & Cooper Creek Floods plus all above - Full Day with Lunch at Birdsville Pub

Select Your flight preference when booking.

If 2 hour flight is chosen, there is time for lake shore visit and walk, Birdwatching and Lake Shore drive by 4WD transport. If full day flight is chosen these ground activities not available.

Ground activities include  - Follow the Overland Telegraph Line & Old Ghan Railway Track and visit historic Coward Springs & Curdimurka Railway Sidings and history plus much more.

Includes all fees, meals, ensuite accommodated at Wilpena Pound, Marree (or William Creek)  Consider also the Wilpena Pound Flinders Ranges flight option. Connection options to Sydney, Broken Hill or Melbourne 

Our tours aim to show you the best this unique region has to offer, including the amazing mound springs, iconic landmarks and Ghan and pioneer history.

4 Day Lake Eyre Tours Flights - itinerary

Depart from Broken Hill return to Broken Hill via Lake Eyre – Optional flights over Lake Eyre, lake shore by 4WD, wetlands birds areas, see the Old Ghan Railway, Tom Kruse Outback Mailman from “Back of Beyond” truck & history, Oodnadatta Track, Birdsville Track, Marree, Leigh Creek, Copley, Lake Eyre National Park, Flinders Ranges. Connection options to Sydney, Adelaide or Melbourne

Day 1 – From Broken Hill we cross the NSW / SA border travelling through saltbush country, via remote outback towns of Yunta, Oodla Wirra, Craddock, and Orrooroo, and the 3 gauge steam railway town of Peterborough with a look in at the railway history. Enjoy picturesque scenery, and rural town stops with lunch and morning tea. We have a picnic lunch near Orooroo and cross the Goyder Line before Hawker and the the gateway to the Flinders Ranges. Enjoy Scenic views of the Elder, Druid & Heyson Ranges, then to Wilpena Pound Homestead for an easy walk around this old sheep station. We check in for the night for a cosy dinner with open fire place at Wilpena Pounfd Resort. L,D

Day 2 – Enjoy an optional scenic flight over Wilpena Pound before an easy walk with the kangaroos, EMUS, and spectacular River Red Gums into Wilpena Pound, viewing unique flora, creek crossings and the Old Hills Homestead. Then an optional hike up to Wangarra Hill lookout offering panoramic views of Wilpena Pound. Depart Wilpena Pound Resort and travel the fascinating Geological Trail through 800 million years of time via Brachina Gorge and Bunyeroo Gorge in the Flinders Ranges, viewing fossils including ancient stromatalites. Arrive at the old Ghan railway town of Parachilna and the famous Prairie Hotel, with tasty treats and exceptional Aboriginal art and jewellery for sale. We travel north here following the Heyson Range via Leigh Creek (viewing the massive open cut mine ow closed) via Copley and Lindhurst past the Strzelecki and Birdsville Tracks and into the desert. Arrive Marree for overnight. B,L,D

Day 3 – From Marree we usually opt for an early morning flight, for best light and still air conditions. Alternatively flights may be from William Creek, depending on availability at time of booking and the duration of your flight chosen. If an extended flight is chosen, less time is available for ground viewing on the Oodnadatta Track or travel to William Creek.. While in Marree check out the ancient mosque and Old Ghan Railway history. Also the Lake Eyre Yacht Club and Birdsville Track. We follow the Oodnadatta Track Overland Telegraph Line & Old Ghan Railway Track and visit historic Coward Springs & Curdimurka Railway Sidings and the lookout at Lake Eyre South then the Mound Springs, natural springs bubbling up from the Artesian Basin. Visit the shores of Lake Eyre south and connect with the wonder of the bird and plant life revitalised by flooding rains. We visit the shore of Lake Eyre south to really appreciate the scale of these vast waterways, and stop at creeks and water holes along the route which are favourite spots for birds (including brolgas, egrets, swans, ducks, waders,  Herons and many more) and birdwatchers. If choosing the Birdsville extended flight (see extras when booking, your flight will return you to Marree for overnight).  B,L,D

Day 4 –Today we visit the Old Ghan ghost town of Farina, view the giant Leigh Creek coal mine, the fascinating and colourful Ochre Pits and travel via old Ghan railway towns including Wilson, Woolshed Flat via the Flinders Ranges to Hawker and stunning mountain landscapes.  We visit the impressive Kanyaka Station & view stone woolshed ruins (time permitting) as we follow the Old Ghan Line via Hawker.   We return to Broken Hill with fond memories of this vast country, and new friendships to arrive around 6pm, delivered to your accommodation. B, L

Lake Eyre Tours Flights with Wilpena Pound Tour

Inclusions -

• Fully accommodated (ensuites) and all meals included
• Small group luxury 4WD travel (usually 2-4 / 4WD vehicle) with professional and experienced driver / guide
• Optional Scenic Flights over Lake Eyre options - 2 Hour Flight - or Full Day to Birdsville  - Select Your preference when booking.
• All delicious meals, including vegetarian options
• Comfortable hotel / motel style ensuite accommodation
• All National Park entry and accommodation fees, airport or hotel pickup & return
• Contributions of tour price supports Outback Kids and Australian Wildlife Conservancy nature care programs.

Exclusions

• Flights over Lake Eyre - choose 2 Hour or Full Day flight to Birdsville with lunch then return - Select when booking.
• Alcohol
• Travel to and from start point

Outback SA and QLD Dinosaur Adventure Adelaide to Cairns Tour 5 Days

REVERSE OF BELOW ITINERARY

Highlights include - 

• Flinders Discovery Centre, Hughenden with Muttaburrasaurus, 
• Kronosaurus Korner, Richmond 
• Larks Quarry Dinosaur stampede, 
• Eromanga with the largest dinosaur fossils found in Australia. 
• Fully accommodated Cairns to Adelaide

Itinerary

Day 1: Cairns to Hughenden – A Journey Back in Time

Depart from Cairns in a luxurious 4WD Landcruiser, designed for comfort and adventure. Enjoy the scenic drive through Queensland’s lush landscapes as you head towards Hughenden. Arrive in Hughenden, a town renowned for its rich prehistoric past. Visit the Flinders Discovery Centre to see impressive fossil displays, including a life-size replica of the Muttaburrasaurus. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around town, soaking in the charming outback atmosphere.

Dinner at a local eatery, featuring hearty Australian cuisine. Overnight stay at a comfortable local motel, ensuring a restful night for the adventures ahead.

Day 2: Hughenden to Jundah – The Outback Awaits

 After a hearty breakfast, continue our journey to Richmond and visit Kronosaurus Korner, home to some of the world’s best-preserved marine fossils. Explore the fascinating exhibits, including the skeleton of a Kronosaurus, one of the largest marine reptiles to have ever lived.

From Richmond we travel to Winton, then Larks Quarry to view the dinosaur stampede. This occurred some 95 million years ago, when herds of small two-legged dinosaurs came to drink at the lake. There were at least150 dinosaurs of two different kinds - carnivorous coelurosaurs about the size of chickens, and slightly larger plant-eating ornithopods, some of them as large as emus. They were attacked by a meat-eating theropod – and the stampedes preserved at Larks Quarry

From here we then travel towards Jundah.Marvel at the changing landscapes as you traverse through the heart of Queensland’s outback. Dinner at a local pub, where you can mingle with locals and share stories. Overnight accommodation in a cozy outback lodge.

Day 3: Jundah to Eromanga – Dinosaur Capital

 Set off for Eromanga, home to some of Australia’s most significant dinosaur discoveries. The drive offers breathtaking views and a true sense of adventure.

 Explore the Eromanga Natural History Museum, where you’ll see the largest dinosaur fossils ever found in Australia.Engage in interactive exhibits and gain insights from expert palaeontologists.

 Enjoy a delicious dinner at the museum’s café, featuring local produce. Relax overnight in well-appointed accommodations, offering modern comforts in an outback setting.

Day 4: Eromanga to Tibooburra – Crossing Borders

 Depart Eromanga and head towards the historic town of Tibooburra. The journey takes you through remote and picturesque landscapes, perfect for photography enthusiasts.

 Arrive in Tibooburra, known for its striking granite outcrops and rich gold mining history. Visit the Tibooburra Pioneer Park and the Courthouse Museum to learn about the town’s fascinating past.

Dinner at the local pub and overnight

Day 5: Tibooburra to Adelaide – The GrandFinale

 Embark on the final leg of your journey towards Adelaide. Enjoy the varied landscapes as you travel from the outback to the city.

Arrive in Adelaide, known for its vibrant culture and beautiful parks. Visit the South Australian Museum to see more incredible dinosaur exhibits and fossils.

 Conclude your adventure with a farewell dinner at one of Adelaide’s fine dining restaurants, celebrating your unforgettable journey. Overnight in a luxurious city hotel, reflecting on the incredible experiences and memories made.

Highlights Include

• Comfortable Travel: Journey in a GXL 4WD Landcruiser,ensuring a smooth and enjoyable ride.
• All-Inclusive Meals: Savor delicious meals throughout the tour, from hearty breakfasts to exquisite dinners.
• Unique Accommodations: Stay in comfortable motels and lodges, offering a perfect blend of outback charm and modern amenities.
• Expert Guides: Learn from knowledgeable guides who bring the prehistoric past to life with fascinating stories and insights.
• Diverse Landscapes: Experience the breathtaking beauty of Queensland’s outback, from lush rainforests to rugged deserts.
• Exclusive Access: Enjoy special access to museums and attractions, providing an intimate and enriching experience.

Book your seat on this extraordinary dinosaur adventure today and embark on a journey through time and landscapes, tailored
for the discerning traveller who seeks both comfort and adventure.

Call Now: 1300 763 188

Dinosaurs & Dreamtime: Where Ancient Meets Eternal

A Seven-Day Journey Through Australia's Timeless Heart

Step into a land where prehistoric giants once roamed and dreaming stories echo across endless horizons. Our signature seven-day expedition from tropical Cairns to spectacular Sydney weaves together 95 million years of history with the world's oldest living culture, creating an unforgettable Australian odyssey.

Day One: From Reef to Red Earth
Your journey begins in the tropical paradise of Cairns, where the Great Barrier Reef meets ancient rainforest. As we venture westward, watch the landscape transform from emerald rainforest to golden savannah. The morning light plays across the changing terrain as we make our way to historic Herberton. In Hughenden, prepare to be amazed as you come face-to-face with 'Hughie', a magnificent Muttaburrasaurus skeleton. By afternoon, Richmond welcomes us with the world-class Kronosaurus Korner, where marine fossils tell tales of an inland sea. As sunset paints the sky, raise a glass to your first night under the vast outback stars.

Day Two: Following Dinosaur Footsteps
Dawn breaks over Lake Fred Tritton, offering photographers a symphony of light and color. Our journey to Muttaburra takes us to the very spot where the first Muttaburrasaurus was unearthed. The historic Muttaburra Hotel serves up both lunch and legends. Winton beckons with its crown jewel - the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum. The day's crescendo comes at Lark Quarry Conservation Park, where you'll witness the world's only known dinosaur stampede site. Tonight, rest at the iconic North Gregory Hotel, birthplace of "Waltzing Matilda."

Day Three: Legends Take Flight
Longreach greets us with the proud legacy of Australian aviation at the Qantas Founders Museum. The Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame brings to life the legends of the outback's most remarkable characters. Traditional billy tea and damper fuel our spirits before we continue to Blackall, home of the legendary Black Stump. Here, authentic outback hospitality awaits at the historic Barcoo Hotel, where local graziers share tales over hearty country fare.

Day Four: Workers' Heritage to Prehistoric Wonders
Morning finds us in Barcaldine, where the Tree of Knowledge stands as a silent sentinel to Australia's labor movement. The Workers Heritage Centre paints a vivid picture of the struggles and triumphs that shaped our nation. By afternoon, Eromanga reveals its prehistoric treasures, including 'Cooper', Australia's largest dinosaur. As night falls, join our resident astronomer for an unforgettable stargazing experience at Cooper's Country Lodge.

Day Five: Ancient Waters, Timeless Culture
Our journey through Channel Country leads us to Bourke, where the mighty Darling River has carved stories in the land for millennia. In Brewarrina, witness one of humanity's oldest engineering feats - the ancient Aboriginal fish traps, a testament to over 40,000 years of indigenous ingenuity. Tonight, immerse yourself in living culture with a traditional smoking ceremony and dreamtime stories at the Brewarrina Aboriginal Cultural Museum.

Day Six: From Wetland Wonders to Celestial Secrets
The Macquarie Marshes await with their symphony of birdlife and rich ecosystem. Learn the secrets of bush tucker from traditional owners before capturing the perfect shot during our photography masterclass. As day turns to night in Coonabarabran, the Warrumbungle National Park and Siding Spring Observatory invite you to explore the southern sky's celestial wonders.

Day Seven: Mountains, Memories, and Metropolis
Our final day dawns with a spectacular sunrise over the Warrumbungles before we wind our way through the majestic Blue Mountains. Toast your journey with new friends over lunch at Echo Point, gazing across the iconic Three Sisters, before arriving in Sydney, where ancient songlines meet modern dreams.

Highlights Include

• Comfortable Travel: Journey in a GXL 4WD Landcruiser,ensuring a smooth and enjoyable ride.
• All-Inclusive Meals: Savor delicious meals throughout the tour, from hearty breakfasts to exquisite dinners.
• Unique Accommodations: Stay in comfortable motels and lodges, offering a perfect blend of outback charm and modern amenities.
• Expert Guides: Learn from knowledgeable guides who bring the prehistoric past to life with fascinating stories and insights.
• Diverse Landscapes: Experience the breathtaking beauty of Queensland’s outback, from lush rainforests to rugged deserts.
• Exclusive Access: Enjoy special access to museums and attractions, providing an intimate and enriching experience.

• Indigenous cultural experiences
• All entry fees and activities

Limited to 8 passengers per departure, this intimate expedition
operates from March to October, when the outback weather is at its
finest. Moderate fitness required for short walks and fossil site
visits.

Join us on a journey where every sunset tells a story, every meal
shares a memory, and every moment brings you closer to the heart of
ancient Australia.

Book your seat on this extraordinary dinosaur adventure today and embark on a journey through time and landscapes, tailored
for the discerning traveller who seeks both comfort and adventure.

Call Now: 1300 763 188

Dinosaurs Discovery & Dreamtime: Where Ancient Meets Eternal

A Seven-Day Journey Through Australia's Timeless Heart

Step into a land where prehistoric giants once roamed and dreaming stories echo across endless horizons. Our signature seven-day expedition from tropical Cairns to spectacular Sydney weaves together 95 million years of history with the world's oldest living culture, creating an unforgettable Australian odyssey.

TOUR RUNS REVERSE DIRECTION

Day One: From Reef to Red Earth
Your journey begins in the tropical paradise of Cairns, where the Great Barrier Reef meets ancient rainforest. As we venture westward, watch the landscape transform from emerald rainforest to golden savannah. The morning light plays across the changing terrain as we make our way to historic Herberton. In Hughenden, prepare to be amazed as you come face-to-face with 'Hughie', a magnificent Muttaburrasaurus skeleton. By afternoon, Richmond welcomes us with the world-class Kronosaurus Korner, where marine fossils tell tales of an inland sea. As sunset paints the sky, raise a glass to your first night under the vast outback stars.

Day Two: Following Dinosaur Footsteps
Dawn breaks over Lake Fred Tritton, offering photographers a symphony of light and color. Our journey to Muttaburra takes us to the very spot where the first Muttaburrasaurus was unearthed. The historic Muttaburra Hotel serves up both lunch and legends. Winton beckons with its crown jewel - the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum. The day's crescendo comes at Lark Quarry Conservation Park, where you'll witness the world's only known dinosaur stampede site. Tonight, rest at the iconic North Gregory Hotel, birthplace of "Waltzing Matilda."

Day Three: Legends Take Flight
Longreach greets us with the proud legacy of Australian aviation at the Qantas Founders Museum. The Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame brings to life the legends of the outback's most remarkable characters. Traditional billy tea and damper fuel our spirits before we continue to Blackall, home of the legendary Black Stump. Here, authentic outback hospitality awaits at the historic Barcoo Hotel, where local graziers share tales over hearty country fare.

Day Four: Workers' Heritage to Prehistoric Wonders
Morning finds us in Barcaldine, where the Tree of Knowledge stands as a silent sentinel to Australia's labor movement. The Workers Heritage Centre paints a vivid picture of the struggles and triumphs that shaped our nation. By afternoon, Eromanga reveals its prehistoric treasures, including 'Cooper', Australia's largest dinosaur. As night falls, join our resident astronomer for an unforgettable stargazing experience at Cooper's Country Lodge.

Day Five: Ancient Waters, Timeless Culture
Our journey through Channel Country leads us to Bourke, where the mighty Darling River has carved stories in the land for millennia. In Brewarrina, witness one of humanity's oldest engineering feats - the ancient Aboriginal fish traps, a testament to over 40,000 years of indigenous ingenuity. Tonight, immerse yourself in living culture with a traditional smoking ceremony and dreamtime stories at the Brewarrina Aboriginal Cultural Museum.

Day Six: From Wetland Wonders to Celestial Secrets
The Macquarie Marshes await with their symphony of birdlife and rich ecosystem. Learn the secrets of bush tucker from traditional owners before capturing the perfect shot during our photography masterclass. As day turns to night in Coonabarabran, the Warrumbungle National Park and Siding Spring Observatory invite you to explore the southern sky's celestial wonders.

Day Seven: Mountains, Memories, and Metropolis
Our final day dawns with a spectacular sunrise over the Warrumbungles before we wind our way through the majestic Blue Mountains. Toast your journey with new friends over lunch at Echo Point, gazing across the iconic Three Sisters, before arriving in Sydney, where ancient songlines meet modern dreams.

Highlights Include

• Comfortable Travel: Journey in a GXL 4WD Landcruiser,ensuring a smooth and enjoyable ride.
• All-Inclusive Meals: Savor delicious meals throughout the tour, from hearty breakfasts to exquisite dinners.
• Unique Accommodations: Stay in comfortable motels and lodges, offering a perfect blend of outback charm and modern amenities.
• Expert Guides: Learn from knowledgeable guides who bring the prehistoric past to life with fascinating stories and insights.
• Diverse Landscapes: Experience the breathtaking beauty of Queensland’s outback, from lush rainforests to rugged deserts.
• Exclusive Access: Enjoy special access to museums and attractions, providing an intimate and enriching experience.

• Indigenous cultural experiences
• All entry fees and activities

Limited to 8 passengers per departure, this intimate expedition operates from March to October, when the outback weather is at its
finest. Moderate fitness required for short walks and fossil site visits.

Join us on a journey where every sunset tells a story, every meal shares a memory, and every moment brings you closer to the heart of
ancient Australia.

Book your seat on this extraordinary dinosaur adventure today and embark on a journey through time and landscapes, tailored
for the discerning traveller who seeks both comfort and adventure.

Call Now: 1300 763 188

Explore Outback NSW on the far side of the Great Dividing Range with spectacular mountains, Silo Art, Sydney Return

Highlights

• Sydney to Sydney (or Central Coast)
• Hunter Valley - Aboriginal art & ceremony site
• Goulburn River National Park - stone monuments
• Warrumbungles Ranges - with bushwalks
• Siding Springs Observatory and Anglo-Australian Telescope
• Macquarie Marshes - Ramsar and wetland birds
  
• Narromine Aviation Museum
  
• Dubbo - Hub of the West- outback city
  
• Peak Hill  - old Gold Mine tour
• Parkes Radio Telescope  – The Dish & Father of Federation museum
• Canowindra – Age of Fishes Fossil Museum
• Macquarie Marshes - optional - Ramsar site & great wetland bird spotting - requires 1 day
• Cowra - Japanese Gardens and Peace pole
• Blue Mountains

Our tours are small group adventures for people who love to connect with regional Australia and particularly regional and outback New South Wales. Our small group tours travel in Land Cruiser vehicles or minibus available for groups.

The Silo At Trail is transforming Australian regional towns. Join us on an adventure through rural Australia to witness these great masterpieces and the local hospitality.

Day 1 – Depart 8 am and travel via Hunter Valley to view the magnificent Aboriginal cave and artwork showing Biamme (the creator spirit of much of eastern Australia). This area was a major ceremonial ground for the Wonnarua Aboriginal people.

We travel on through the Goulburn River Valley and National Park, viewing unusual stone outcrops. Travel via Silo art at Dunedoo and street art at Mendoran to Coonabarabran. Here we view the mother with baby Diprotodon fossils extracted from Tambar Springs. Also the Crystal Kingdom Minerals and Fossils Museum from the Warrumbungle Range. We are close to the Warrumbungles which is Australia’s only Dark Sky Park, meaning it
is our only Internationally recognised area with an exceptional quality
of starry nights and low surrounding lights and an environment specifically protected for its
scientific, natural, educational, cultural heritage, and public
enjoyment. An optional guided tour of the night sky this evening.is available at a local observatory at extra cost. Dinner own expense at restaurant Overnight Coonabarabran

Day 2  - We take the scenic road to the beautiful Warrumbungle Range for a delightful bush walk with wonderful views of The Breadknife. We have a tour of Siding Springs Observatory, home to Australia’s largest optical telescope.Heading west we visit more silo art at Conamble before the Macquarie Marshes - a Ramsar site and meeting place for migratory and local wetland birds including egrets, spoonbills, Magpie Geese, A total of 77 waterbird species can be found in the Macquarie Marshes, including the threatened brolga, Australasian bittern and painted snipe.  Overnight Warren

Day 3 - Travel through scenic cattle and grain growing country to Narromine Aviation Museum, where a real twin engined DH Mosquito bomber from WWII is displayed. A Mosquito squadron was based and trained here in WWII. Also see a replica of the Wright Brothers biplane, plus much more.

Next to Dubbo, the Hub of the West and tour of near 40000 people then on to Peak Hill Open Cut Gold Mine Experience (on the songline)  Gold was discovered at Peak Hill in 1889. Peak Hill was described as a high hill of felspathic rock containing large masses of iron, ferruginous quartz and quartzite. The mine ceased production and was closed 2002. A tour of the mine reveals eye-opening original gold working dating back to 1890s, several walking trails, easy and difficult with well-constructed viewing areas to the open-cut mining areas.

We travel further south to The Dish Exhibition centre at the giant CSIRO operated radio telescope that brought the 1st moon landing images to Earth. Learns of current astronomical research and a deeper appreciation of your place in the Universe. Overnight Parkes Dinner own expense at restaurant

Day 4  - In Parkes, visit The Henry Parkes Centre and museum..Henry Parkes was the father of the Australian Federation due to his efforts advocating for the federation of the six individual colonies of Australia (New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania, and Western Australia) culminating in Federation of Australia in 1901. Less famous here is the King's Castle, Australia's very own Elvis Presley museum created by the original yellow Wiggle Greg Page. Annually in January Parkes hosts the Elvis Festival attracting near 10,000 people

Next, we visit Canowindra, the hot air ballooning capital of Australia and the Museum of Fishes – viewing ancient fish fossils from this area that was once an inland sea.

Then through scenic rural countryside to Cowra and the Japanese Gardens optional). In World War II there was a Japanese prisoner of war camp in Cowra, and a breakout. The gardens and Peace Pole commemorate this time. Also in Cowra is nearby Wyangala Dam (recently flooding)  and the Lachlan Valley Railway Roundhouse for the keen. Now heading for Sydney, and options for a stopover at a winery, the Three Sisters or Mt Tomah Botanical Gardens. Arrive approx 6 pm.

All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure. If you require a booking for 1 person please call us direct to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.

Inclusions –

• 3 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation - twin share or single supplement available - see booking link
• Genuine small group tour vehicle - usually 4WD GXL Landcruisersor minibus for groups
• Professional Driver Guide
• Entry to Siding Springs observatory and exhibition centre
• 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, morning teas 
• Wild wildlife!!
• National Parks entry fees.

Exclusions

• Alcohol
• Entry fees to night sky viewing experience (c.$40) Japanese Garden (c.$15) or Henry Parkes Centre (c.$15)
  

6-DayOutback Queensland Dinosaur & History Adventure Tour

Explore the Dinosaur Trail and Dinosaur and Fossil Wonders of Outback Queensland

Via Cairns → Hughenden → Richmond → Winton → Longreach → Charleville → Eromanga →Tibooburra →  Broken Hill →  Adelaide optionl

Day 1:Cairns → Hughenden (589 km, 6 hr 45 min)

Highlights:

• Depart from Cairns 8 am via the Atherton Tablelads, enjoying the scenic drive through tropical the savannah landscapes transitioning to the Outback.
• Arrive in Hughenden, home to the Flinders Discovery Centre, where you can see the life-size replica of the famous Muttaburrasaurus, one of Australia's first dinosaur discoveries.
• Visit the Porcupine Gorge National Park, known as "Australia’s Little Grand Canyon."
• Overnight in Hughenden – Stay at a local outback motel or caravan park.

Day 2:Hughenden → Richmond → Winton (278 km, 4 hr 15 min)

Highlights:

• Depart Hughenden and head to Richmond, the Dinosaur Capital of Australia!
• Visit the Kronosaurus Korner fossil museum, showcasing marine dinosaur fossils from when this region was an ancient inland sea.
• Travel towards Winton, stopping at Stamford and Marathon along the way, enjoying the vast open landscapes.
• Arrive in Winton, the birthplace of Waltzing Matilda and celebrated at the Waltzing Matilda Centre. Winton is  home to Australia’s Dinosaur Stampede.
• Overnight in Winton – Stay at the North Gregory Hotel or an Outback lodge.

Day 3:Winton → Lark Quarry Dinosaur Trackways → Muttaburra → Longreach

Highlights:

• Drive to Lark Quarry Conservation Park (1 hr 20 min) to witness the world’s only known dinosaur stampede footprints! drive to Muttaburra, home of the famous Muttaburrasaurus fossil discovery site.

• Travel to the Muttaburrasaurus Interpretation Centre an impressive and fascinating display of the origins and discovery of our first bi dinosaur.
• Continue the journey to Longreach, the heart of Outback Queensland.
• Overnight in Longreach – Stay at a heritage hotel or outback lodge.

Day 4:Longreach → Barcaldine  > Blackall  > Eromanga

Highlights:

• Visit the Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame in Longreach
• Visit the Qantas Founders Museum to learn about the history of aviation in the Outback.
• Enjoy an outback sunset cruise on the Thomson River with dinner and entertainment.
• Depart Longreach and continue to Barcaldine with the 1891 Shearers Strike history and where the labor party was formed at the Tree of Knowledge.

• On to Blackall where Jackie Howe set the shearing record of 321 sheep in a day with hand shears.
• Travel towards Eromanga, home to Australia’s largest dinosaur fossils!
•  Overnight in Eromanga
  

Day 5:Eromanga → Noccundra  > Tibooburra

Highlights:

• Visit the Eromanga Natural History Museum and meet Cooper, the largest dinosaur ever found in Australia and as large as Brontosaurus
• Take a guided tour of the paleontology labs, where new fossils are constantly being discovered.
• Learn about Eromanga’s fascinating opal mining history and the unique outback landscapes.
• Depart for a remote outback drive to Tibooburra, crossing into New South Wales.
• Enjoy breathtaking desert landscapes, red sand dunes, and vast open plains.
• Stop at Noccundra Hotel, one of the most isolated pubs in Queensland.
• Arrive in Tibooburra, the gateway to Sturt National Park, where you can see the remains of ancient landscapes and Aboriginal rock art.
• Visit Granite Rocks, a surreal outcrop of giant boulders in the middle of the desert.
• Final overnight stay in Tibooburra, experiencing true Outback hospitality before your journey home.

 

Day 6:Tibooburra → Milparinka → Broken Hill (330 km, 5 hr)

Highlights:

• Explore Milparinka, an historic gold rush town, where you can visit: The Albert Hotel – one of the last standing original gold rush pubs. Milparinka Heritage Centre – showcasing the town’s rich mining history. Sturts Steps -– learn about Sturts heroic journeys.

Continue to Broken Hill, Australia’s famous silver mining town and art capital.

In Broken Hill Options to visit –

• The Living Desert Sculptures, stunning sandstone carvings overlooking the Outback. Pro Hart Gallery, featuring iconic Australian Outback paintings. Silver City Mint & Art Centre, home to the Big Picture, the world's largest acrylic painting. Line of Lode Memorial, honoring Broken Hill’s mining heritage.
• Final overnight in Broken Hill, accommodation own arrangements. Dinner at Marios famous Palace Hotel 

Highlights Include

• Comfortable Travel: Journey in a GXL 4WD Landcruiser,ensuring a smooth and enjoyable ride.
• All-Inclusive Meals: Savor delicious meals throughout the tour, from hearty breakfasts to exquisite dinners.
• Unique Accommodations: Stay in comfortable motels and lodges, offering a perfect blend of outback charm and modern amenities.
• Expert Guides: Learn from knowledgeable guides who bring the prehistoric past to life with fascinating stories and insights.
• Diverse Landscapes: Experience the breathtaking beauty of Queensland’s outback, from lush rainforests to rugged deserts.
• Exclusive Access: Enjoy special access to museums and attractions, providing an intimate and enriching experience.

This 6-day Dinosaur & Outback Adventure is perfect for explorers, adventure seekers, and dinosaur or fossil enthusiasts! ???

Adelaide option available next day - $299 - choose in booking

Book your seat on this extraordinary dinosaur adventure today and embark on a journey through time and landscapes, tailored for the discerning traveller who seeks both comfort and adventure.

Call Now: 1300 763 188