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Outback Aussie Tours - Outback Rail Adventure Day Tours
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The Outback Rail Adventure is Outback Aussie Tours' newest tourism experience reconnecting visitors with the romance of rail.
Outback Aussie Tours is a family-owned local operator with over 35 years of experience and unrivalled local Outback Queensland knowledge, passion and connections.
The Outback Rail Adventure has four experiences to offer:
Historic Ilfracombe Excursion - This 4.5hr journey takes you to the historic town of Ilfracombe, where you will explore the town and have lunch at the famous Wellshot Hotel before returning home.
Great Darr River Rail Run - A 3hr experience travelling west to the Darr River, where you will enjoy a homemade smoko and billy tea before heading home.
Silver-Tails Rail Sunset - This 4.5hr experience is a unique way to enjoy the sun setting while indulging in signature canapes.
Silver-Tails Rail Sunset with Smithy's Dinner and Show - Enjoy the Silver-Tails Rail Sunset experience before disembarking from the train to enjoy Smithy's Outback Dinner an Show under the stars by the Thomson River.
Contact the friendly reservations team about booking a VIP Package! Combine tours and save
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Great Darr River Run
All aboard the unforgettable 2000 class rail motors. Fall in love and feel the rhythm on the rails. Take a different perspective of the country as you encounter wildlife and bring alive the numerous waterholes, passing scrub and grasslands with it’s incredible natural and cultural heritage. Step off the rail motors for a guided Mulga walk, learn of bush medicines and Leander sand ridge secrets. On arrival at Darr River, soak up the atmosphere of one of the major tributaries of the Thomson River and Cooper Creek Catchment as you savour the experience and they boil the billy for Smoko. After an incredible Outback Rail Adventure on the Great Darr River Rail Run, re-board the train for the journey back to Longreach Railway Station.
VIP 2-Up River and Rail!
Join in for both the Drover' Sunset Cruise and Great Darr River Rail Run and get 2-Up perks! Combine tours and save 10%. All aboard the unforgettable 2000 class rail motors. Fall in love and feel the rhythm on the rails. Take a different perspective of the country as you encounter wildlife. Step off the rail motors for a guided Mulga walk, learn of bush medicines and Leander sand ridge secrets. On arrival at Darr River, soak up the atmosphere as you savour the experience and they boil the billy for Smoko. After an incredible Outback Rail Adventure, re-board the train for the journey back to Longreach Railway Station. Take your seat on the top deck of the Longreach Explorer ready to capture 360-degree sweeping river and floodplain views. The Skipper will enthral you with captivating stories about the river, its wildlife and Indigenous heritage. See the curious Emmott's short-necked turtles at sunset bend. Purchase a cold drink from the bar to pair with complementary nibbles. As the vibrant sunset colours fade into starlight, dock at Smithy's Outback Dinner and Show. Relax under the stars with table-service dining featuring camp-oven themed modern cuisine, and enjoy live entertainment.
Historic Ilfracombe Excursion
Experience the heritage Rail Motor en route to the one pub town of Ilfracombe, with stories of nostalgia to tell your mates about for years to come. Feel the freedom of the vast open plains to Ilfracombe before disembarking in Ilfracombe to explore the unique attractions in "the Hub of the West" like the Wellshot centre, the Machinery Mile and enjoy lunch at the Famous Wellshot Hotel - lunch voucher included in the price! After a great break exploring this historic town, re-board the train for the journey back to Longreach Railway Station.
Silver-Tails Rail Sunset
In the light of the late afternoon, journey through the spectacular changing colours and diverse landscapes on the heritage 2000 class rail motors. Enjoy the pleasure of a drink and savour the moment with signature canapes that can be paired with your selection of drinks available for purchase from the licenced bar. Relax and soak-up the Romance of Rail. Traveling as the sun slowly sets in the west, the afterglow forms on the secret lagoon; an incredibly relaxing way to finish the day.
Silver-Tails Rail Sunset and Smithy’s Dinner Package
This ultimate dinner experience starts with the late afternoon Silver-Tails Sunset rail experience where you watch the sun set over the floodplains, whilst savouring signature canapes, champagne, and quality Outback Hospitality on the heritage Rail Motor. For dinner, connect with the incredible Smithy’s Outback Dinner & Show experience under the stars. Enjoy a delicious two-course camp oven themed dinner, followed up with freshly baked damper and billy tea. A good selection of wine, cold beer, soft drinks and select pre-mixes is available for purchase from the licensed bar. Live on stage the talented outback performer will entertain you with their songs and stories. This night out will be a highlight of your Outback holiday.
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Where you'll be
Longreach Railway Station
Longreach QLD 4730