VIP River and Rail

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VIP River and Rail

Adventure and Outdoors Tours
Cruises, Sailing and Water Tours
Food and Wine Tours
Nature and wildlife
Sightseeing Tours
10 min guests
48 max guests

Highlights

  • Join the Drover's Sunset Cruise for stunning views and captivating stories about the river and its wildlife.
  • Embark on the Great Darr River Rail Run to experience a unique perspective of the Outback's diverse landscapes.
  • Savour traditional Smoko as the billy boils, immersing yourself in the authentic atmosphere of the Australian bush.
  • Relax under the stars at Smithy's Outback Dinner and Show, enjoying modern camp-oven cuisine and live entertainment.

Join in for both the Drover’ Sunset Cruise and Great Darr River Rail Run and get VIP 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.

Tour details

  • Adventure and Outdoors Tours
  • Cruises, Sailing and Water Tours
  • Food and Wine Tours
  • Nature and wildlife
  • Sightseeing Tours
  • Half Day or Less
  • Land – Motorised
  • Water – Motorised
  • Chauffeured Tour
  • Large Group Tour
  • Private Tour
  • Small Group Tour
  • Basic
  • Available from 15 April 2026 to 15 October 2026

Features

Service facilities

  • Carpark
  • Family Friendly
  • Non Smoking
  • Public Toilet
Accessibility

Disabled access available, contact operator for details.

Operation information

Outback Aussie Tours – Outback Rail Adventure Day Tours

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

Memberships

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

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