Reconnect with your adventurous spirit on a 13-night women's outback slow-travel tour from Cairns to Brisbane with Once were wild travel. Enjoy premium hiking in Carnarvon Gorge, ancient Undara lava tubes, the iconic Atherton Tablelands, and Queeslands "Little Grand Canyon," along with comfortable, short driving blocks.
North to South East Queensland
13 nights | Departs: Jun 13 - 26, 2027
From $8,100 all inclusive
Welcome to the rugged heart and rich history of the Australian outback, a journey that trades the coastline for ancient wonders and country hospitality. Travelling comfortably on mainly sealed roads, we will venture inland to stand inside massive volcanic lava tubes, float through hidden sandstone chasms, and step back into the golden days of the pioneer rush. This is a tour for the curious spirit ... a slow, immersive loop through spectacular geological landscapes, filled with shared campfire stories, rich heritage, and unforgettable outback sunrises. Turn your back on the coast and step directly into the vast, ancient landscapes of the Australian outback, where time slows down and the horizons open wide. Travelling comfortably on sealed roads with all driving blocks kept to under 5-hours, this 13-night journey is an immersive plunge into the deep history of our land. Together as a tight-knit crew, we will walk through massive underground lava tubes, stand beneath the towering multi-coloured cliffs of Queensland's Little Grand Canyon, and conquer the legendary hiking tracks of Carnarvon Gorge. Supported entirely by your female guides, who handle the routes, the convoy, and the creation of nourishing meals. You will find the space to breathe deeply, challenge your physical limits, and connect with the raw, untamed spirit of the western country.
The Outback Geological & Historic Route. Cairns to Brisbane | 13 Nights | Twin Share | Maximum 8 Guests Awaken Your Inner Explorer: Trade the ocean for ancient geology, expansive savannah country, and the raw heart of the Australian outback. The 5-Hour Drive Limit: We aim to keep our driving segments to under 5 hours, ensuring the convoy travels at a relaxed, slow-travel pace. Cairns (1 Night): Arrive in Cairns Atherton Tablelands Base (2 Nights): Hike misty volcanic rims at Lake Eacham , spot wild platypuses in rock pools, and support the rescued fruit bats at the Tolga Bat Hospital . Undara Volcanic National Park (1 Nights): Sleep in restored railway carriages and take a guided walk into the largest prehistoric lava tubes on Earth . Porcupine Gorge National Park / Hughenden (2 Nights): A 4-hour, 15-minute drive down the Hann Highway, to Queensland's "Little Grand Canyon." Marvel at towering, multi-coloured sandstone cliffs, walk the canyon floor. Onwards to Hughenden, we'll pay a visit to the Flinders Discovery Centre , a world-class outback museum and a major stop on Australia's iconic Dinosaur Trail. Charters Towers Heritage Stop (2 Nights): A 3.5-hour drive eastward. Enjoy an
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