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Dinosaur Odyssey
- Journey on Spirit of the Outback in a first class sleeper from Brisbane to Longreach
- 1 night in Longreach
- 2 nights in Winton
- 1 night in Richmond
- 2 nights at Adel’s Grove
- 2 nights in Mount Isa
- 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 8 dinners
- Touring as per itinerary
- Fully guided small group touring with accredited Savannah Guides
- Overnight travel from Mount Isa to Townsville on The Inlander in a first class sleeper
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Depature Dates: Saturday 7 June, 6 September 2008
Let the Spirit of the Outback transport you back in time on a journey of discovery. Witness the preservation of these awe-inspiring creatures who once roamed the earth millions of years ago.
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Brisbane on Spirit of the Outback for an unforgettable journey through Queensland’s outback.
Day 2
Arrive in Longreach, where you will be met by your local guide. Join a Sunset Spectacular Thomson River Dinner Cruise. (L,D)
Day 3
Explore the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Display in Winton, visit the multi-award winning Waltzing Matilda Museum and spend the afternoon at Belmont Station, where you will see the bones of Elliot the Sauropod – Australia’s largest dinosaur. (B,L,D)
Day 4
Visit Carisbrooke Station on the way to Lark Quarry with over 3,000 prehistoric dinosaur footprints. Step back in time to the land of dinosaurs and temperate forests. See the only recorded evidence of a dinosaur stampede on the planet. (B,L,D)
Day 5
Continue along the Dinosaur Trail to the Flinders Discovery Centre in Hughenden where the remnants of the Inland Sea reveal many secrets. From here, head to Kronosaurus Korner, one of the premier marine fossil museums in the world. (B,L,D)
Day 6
Today, we head northwest via Julia Creek, the Burke & Wills three ways and Gregory Downs, arriving into Adel’s Grove for two nights. (B,L,D)
Day 7
Explore the rich diversity of Lawn Hill National Park. Admire spectacular views, paddle through the picturesque gorge, go swimming in Inadarri Falls and picnic amongst towering red pillars. (B,L,D)
Day 8
Discover the World Heritage listed Riversleigh Fossil Fields, where the bones of fossilised animals of 20 million years ago have been unearthed. Travel on to Mount Isa for two nights. (B,L,D)
Day 9
Visit the Underground Hospital and Historic Tent House, before exploring the ‘must see’ Outback at Isa Complex. Watch the sun set over the rugged landscape and the encircling Selwyn Ranges. (B,L,D)
Day 10
Take a Mount Isa surface mine tour, then enjoy some leisure time shopping, prior to boarding The Inlander for a colourful journey across to Townsville. (B)
Day 11
Your tour ends as you pull into Townsville Station.
Price per person from
Twin share
Standard: $3299
Queensland Pension and Senior Card Holders: #$3058
Interstate Pension and Senior Card Holders: ##$3179
Single
Standard: $3573
Queensland Pension and Senior Card Holders: #$3331
Interstate Pension and Senior Card Holders: ##$3452
Conditions
Subject to minimum numbers for tour to operate. Accommodatio at Adel’s Grove has shared facilities. Be advised that you need to be able to get in a canoe with assistance if required and/or climb the island stack, which is a well-defined track with steps to see Lawn Hill Gorge.
# Queensland rates apply to Queensland Pension and Senior Card Holders. To qualify for Concession Fares, Australian Pensioner and Senior Cards must be presented at the time of booking, must be valid as at the time of travel and must be carried at all times during travel.
## Interstate rates apply to Interstate Pension and Senior Card Holders from NSW, Vic, Tas, SA, ACT and NT. To qualify for Concession Fares, Australian Pensioner and Senior Cards must be presented at all times during travel.
How to Book
To book or enquire on this package, simply submit your details via our Package Request Form or call our Traveltrain Holidays consultants on 1300 131 722.
Validity Period
01 April 2008 - 31 March 2009
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