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Outback Aussie Tours – Extended Tours

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Highlights

  • Explore Outback Queensland's rich heritage with expert guides sharing captivating stories of legendary characters.
  • Savour exclusive dining experiences under the stars, connecting you with the heart of the Outback's culture.
  • Travel comfortably in air-conditioned vehicles designed for rugged Outback conditions, ensuring a smooth journey.
  • Discover breathtaking landscapes from Longreach to Cape York, immersing yourself in Australia's stunning natural beauty.
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Explore Outback Queensland and beyond with Outback Aussie Tours, a multi-award winning touring company and Savannah Guides accredited operator. They will take you on a journey to discover Outback Queensland’s natural and cultural heritage. Choose for a range of guided holidays to Longreach, Winton, Birdsville, Corner Country, Gulf Savannah, Cape York and Torres Strait. Experience their unique brand of hospitality, local knowledge and absolute connection with this land – their home – and its people.

The legends of Australia’s Outback are brought alive by their guides’ storytelling and interpretation. Discover inspiring stories of unforgettable characters; meet multi-generational families on sheep and cattle stations; enjoy exclusive dining experiences; and travel on private bush tracks through stunning country.

Stay in comfortable accommodation and travel in air-conditioned, custom-built vehicles designed to meet Outback conditions. All tours conveniently connect with rail or air transfers and their team will be there to greet you when you arrive. With over 36 years experience operating in the region, Outback Aussie Tours must be your first choice for Outback touring and charters. Come and experience the Outback with a local specialist and turn their stories into your next adventure.

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2026 Journey of the Gulf Savannah

2026 Journey of the Gulf Savannah

Discover 10-11 days of contrasting landscapes – Longreach to Cairns with incredible rail & overland 4WD touring.

Experience the top Longreach attractions including Qantas Founders Museum, Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and Silvertails Rail Sunset with Smithy’s Outback Dinner and Show.

Travel to Karumba and tour the Barramundi Discovery Centre and take a special cruise to toast the sunset in the Gulf of Carpentaria. Board the Gulflander and take a scenic rail journey through the Gulf Savannah Bushland. Arrive at Cobbold Gorge for a relaxing two-night stay including a tour and cruise of Cobbold Gorge.

Explore the fascinating Undara Lava Tubes. Gain a close-up view of one of the most amazing rainforest ecosystems in the world as you cruise the enchanting Lake Barrine. Travel the iconic Savannahlander rail for a scenic rail journey. Arrive in Cairns for a farewell dinner.

2026 Corner Country Explorer

2026 Corner Country Explorer

Explore 14-15 days of majestic desert landscapes and remote outback towns with legendary outback characters.

Fly Rex Airlines from Brisbane to Charleville. Meet Charleville’s endangered Bilby, take the WWII Secrets Tour, visit Royal Flying Doctor Service Museum and discover Cosmos Centre’s night sky wonders. Relax at Toogunna Farm Stay for 2nights taking in an exclusive sunset tour to nearby rolling red sandhills. Visit Eromanga, home to Australia’s largest dinosaur.

Cross the board into Outback New South Wales and the Sturt National Park en route to Tibooburra. Travel to Cameron Corner where the boundary lines of the states of Queensland, South Australia, and New South Wales meet. Explore the restored Australian Inland Mission building, then enjoy a toast to Innamincka’s outback sunset. Visit the site of Burke and Wills Depot Camp and see the iconic Dig Tree, a reminder of Australia’s pioneering spirit.

Follow the Strzelecki Desert to Birdsville. Toast the magnificent Outback sunset from Big Red sand dune on the edge of the Simpson Desert and meet the Birdsville Hotel locals. Tour the Min Min Encounter & Boulia Heritage Complex. Visit Waltzing Matilda Centre and Australian Age of Dinosaurs in Winton. Travel to Longreach, where we visit Longreach’s top attractions.

2026 Cape York and Torres Strait

2026 Cape York and Torres Strait

Discover 11 days of unspoiled beauty on Cape York Peninsula and Two Torres Strait Islands.

Travel north along one of Australia’s most scenic coastal drives towards the World Heritage-Listed Daintree National Park, then follow the famous Bloomfield Track on an amazing journey hugging the scenic Daintree Coast to Cooktown. Visit the James Cook Museum and take a guided tour of an award-winning Aboriginal rock art site.

Join a fascinating tour of the world’s largest bauxite mine in Weipa. Cruise the mouth of the Gulf of Carpentaria on an Eco Tour and witness a stunning sunset over the ocean to the west. Drive on some of the original sections of the Old Telegraph Track and take a cool swim in the lush Fruit Bat Falls with its crystal clear water (croc free).

Tick off a bucket list destination and stand at the very tip of the continent, the most northerly point of Australia. Cruise the turquoise waters to Thursday Island to discover its hidden past. Enjoy a guided tour of Horn Island World War II sites and learn about the Kaurareg People, traditional owners of Horn Island.

2026 Legendary Longreach and Winton Tour ®

2026 Legendary Longreach and Winton Tour ®

Our best-selling, fully comprehensive 6-7 day tour featuring top Longreach and Winton attractions and hospitality.

The five-night package includes three nights in Longreach, two nights in Winton . In Longreach, experience the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and Outback Stockman’s Show; Camden Park Station Sunset Tour & Dinner; Rosebank Station Tour & Smoko; Qantas Founders Museum and guided Airpark Tour. A highlight will be the Drover’s Sunset Cruise on the Thomson River followed by Smithy’s Outback Dinner and Show. You will also get to travel in heritage rail motors on the Great Darr River Run. New in 2025, enjoy an exclusive tour to Darr River Downs Station and lunch.

Winton includes a Town Tour; Waltzing Matilda Centre; a guided interpretive tour and Deluxe Sunset Barbecue at Australian Age of Dinosaurs, home to the world’s largest collection of Australian dinosaur fossils. Go behind the scenes in Longreach and Winton. This tour package is fully inclusive of all meals, touring and entry fees with some exclusive dinners in incredible locations.

2026 Outback Whistle-Stop Longreach

2026 Outback Whistle-Stop Longreach

This is your unforgettable Outback 5-6 day tour with one-of-a-kind hospitality, Longreach icons and the romance of rail. Tour highlights include Qantas Founders Museum, Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame, Drover’s Sunset Cruise including Smithy’s Outback Dinner & Show and our famous Outback Rail Adventures Experiences: The Great Darr River Run; The Silver-Tails Rail Sunset; and The Historic Ilfracombe Excursion.

Summer 2025/26 Saltbush Longreach Retreat

Summer 2025/26 Saltbush Longreach Retreat

Travel off-peak and experience the Saltbush Longreach Retreat tour featuring top Longreach attractions and hospitality. Take advantage of Qld Rail Travel’s 2 for 1 Return First Class Sleeper Rail deal!!

Explore themed galleries at Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame, paying tribute to the Aussie Stockman and Outback heroes. Step inside the 747 and 707 jets at Qantas Founders Museum on a guided interpretive Airpark tour. Board the Longreach Explorer for Smithy’s Sunset Cruise on the mighty Thomson River. Take your seat on the top deck ready to capture 360-degree sweeping river and floodplain views as the colours of the outback come alive at sunset.

Join an exclusive half-day Longreach and Ilfracombe secrets tour, including morning tea and lunch, where you will be immersed in the life of locals and get a peek behind the curtain of life in the outback.

2026 Outback Longreach Weekender

2026 Outback Longreach Weekender

A classic outback escape in style… Four incredible guest experiences and one unforgettable weekend.

This is a 3-day package that includes Longreach cabin accommodation at Saltbush Retreat as well as many other Longreach highlights, including:
– Qantas Founders Museum
– Stockman’s Hall of Fame
– Drovers Sunset Cruise with Smithy’s Outback Dinner & Show Experience
– Silver-Tails Rail Sunset Adventure

This package runs each Saturday between 15th April – 15th October. The package is subject to accommodation and tour availability.

Current offers

Save $200pp on Outback Longreach Weekender
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Save $200pp on Outback Longreach Weekender

Save $200 per person on our Outback Queensland Weekender. Travel between 15 April and 15 June 2026 and experience the best of Longreach with iconic river cruises, heritage rail journeys and unforgettable outback dining. A relaxed escape designed for comfort, connection and authentic Queensland adventure. Limited time offer.

Accessibility

Disabled access available, contact operator for details.

Accreditations

  • ECO Certified (Nature Tourism) by Ecotourism Australia
  • Quality Tourism Accreditation
  • Savannah Guides

Memberships

  • Australian Tourism Export Council
  • Queensland Tourism Industry Council
  • Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
  • QLD – Outback Queensland Tourism

Activities

  • Birdwatching
  • Boating
  • Four Wheel Driving
  • Swimming
  • Walks

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