Reconnect with your adventurous spirit on a 14-night women's outback slow-travel tour from Maleny to Cairns 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.
South East to North Queensland
14 nights | Dates:: 23 May - 6 June, 2027
From $7,950 all inclusive
At Once Were Wild Travel , we believe all-inclusive means never having to reach for your wallet. From the moment you arrive in Maleny to our final farewell in Cairns, every single detail, meal, and boutique experience is completely taken care of. The Intimate Crew : Group sizes are capped at just 8 like-minded women , ensuring an exclusive, spacious, and deeply supportive sisterhood experience. Expert Female Guides : Two professional, dedicated female tour leaders who handle all the driving, logistics, and coordination from start to finish. 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 most driving blocks kept to 5 hours, this 14-night journey offers 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, a
The Outback Geological & Historic Route. 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. Maleny - Cairns | 14 Nights | Twin Share | Maximum 8 Guests Day 1: Maleny (1 Night): Mountain Air & Welcome to Maleny The Journey : Arrive in the breathtaking Sunshine Coast Hinterland and meet your expert female guides and tight-knit crew of fellow travellers. We will check into our luxury mountain retreat nestled among the rolling green ridges of Maleny . The Magic : As evening settles, we gather for an intimate welcome dinner filled with local artisan produce, raising a glass to the incredible 14-night outback expedition ahead. Day 2: Miles (1 Night): Pioneer Heritage & Outback Pubs The Journey : This morning our adventure starts in earnest as we travel inland along smooth, sealed country highways, keeping our driving blocks easy. The Magic : Step straight back into the late 19th century at the Miles Historical Village Museum , wandering along a completely recreated h
Watch: Taking in Carnarvon Gorge