10 Day Outback – Horizons (Across the Land)

Leave Mildura behind and cross into New South Wales, travelling west towards the outback. Stop at Varapodio Estate in Buronga for a guided visit to the family-run olive and citrus property, with time to discover its local produce. Continue through the changing scenery as farmland gives way to the vast outback landscape, enjoying a packed lunch along the way. Arrive in Broken Hill during the afternoon and settle into the Desert Sand Motor Inn for your stay.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start with a visit to the Living Desert Sculptures, where striking artworks stand among the rugged Barrier Ranges and expansive outback scenery. Continue to historic Silverton for a self-guided visit to the Mad Max 2 Museum, showcasing memorabilia from the iconic film. Return to Broken Hill for lunch at The Broken Hill Pub before travelling east across the outback plains. Stop briefly in Wilcannia before continuing to Cobar, arriving at the Copper City Motel for overnight accommodation and dinner.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, leave Cobar and visit Fort Bourke Hill Lookout and Cobar Miners Heritage Park, discovering more about the town’s mining past. Continue north through the changing outback scenery and cross into Queensland, arriving in Charleville later in the day. Check in to the Charleville Motel for a relaxing two-night stay.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today begins with the Bilby Experience, offering an opportunity to see these unique Australian animals and learn about the work being done to protect them. Enjoy some free time in Charleville before spending the afternoon at the Cosmos Centre. Discover fascinating space exhibits, safely observe the sun through specialised telescopes and finish with an immersive Planetarium experience.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Spend the morning exploring Charleville’s history with a self-guided visit to the WWII Secret Base Museum, followed by the Royal Flying Doctor Service Visitor Centre and its insight into remote healthcare. Continue to the Outback Date Farm for a behind-the-scenes tour and lunch. This afternoon, travel towards Roma with an afternoon tea stop en route. Arrive at the Best Western Bungil Creek Motel for your overnight stay.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Visit the Roma Saleyards this morning and explore the Val Harms Interactive Centre to learn about the region’s cattle industry. After morning tea, continue to St George for lunch before discovering the area’s agricultural heritage on a guided Cotton Farm and Vineyard Tour. Learn about local cotton production and winemaking, then visit the colourful Thallon Silo Art before arriving in St George. Check in to the Riverland Motor Inn for the night.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Depart St George and travel through the open countryside, stopping for morning tea before reaching the famous opal town of Lightning Ridge. After lunch, discover the region’s mining heritage with Outback Opal Tours, including an opal cutting demonstration and stories of life in the local opal fields. Continue through the changing landscapes to Coonamble, arriving later in the afternoon. Settle in at the Coonamble Motel for the evening.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Travel to Dubbo for a full day exploring Taronga Western Plains Zoo, home to a diverse collection of animals across its open-range grounds. Later, continue to Parkes and check in at the North Parkes Motel for your overnight stay.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, visit the Henry Parkes Centre and discover more about the region’s history and heritage. Continue to West Wyalong for lunch at the West Wyalong Pub before beginning the journey home. On arrival, transfer back to your original pickup locations, bringing your outback adventure to a close.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch