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Historic Ilfracombe Excursion
Tour
About
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.
What's Available
15 featuresFull Day
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Where you'll be
Longreach Queensland 4730