Outback Aussie Tours - 2013

Multi Award-Winning Outback Specialists

2013-2014 Journeys of a lifetime

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Contents

03 - Our Welcome 04 - Explore Our Backyard 05 - Plan Ahead and Save 06 - The Outback Aussie Tours Experience 07 - Stay Longer in the Outback 08 - Longreach Outback Getaway 09 - Legendary Longreach & Winton 10 - Birdsville Desert Escape 11 - Cairns – Longreach Outback Overlander 12 - Corner Country Highlights 14 - Our Community Focus 15 - Terms and Conditions

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LEGEND The Westlander Spirit of the Outback The Sunlander Air Routes

QantasLink has daily return flights from Brisbane to Longreach or Brisbane to Charleville.

Rex Airlines has return flights twice weekly from Townsville to Longreach.

Cairns

RAIL “Spirit Of The Outback” fully themed rail journey travels twice weekly return Brisbane to Longreach via Rockhampton.

“Westlander” travels twice weekly return Brisbane to Charleville.

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“Sunlander” travels three times weekly return Brisbane to Cairns.

Spirit of the Outback Rail Journey

Testimonials

The best measure of success for our team is the wealth of stories and special experiences that are shared by past passengers. We receive endless letters and cards with heartfelt appreciation of the people who really make it happen.

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The Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame is a spectacular tribute to the people of Outback Australia. Five themed galleries proudly tell the stories of some of Australia's greatest and bravest explorers, stock workers, pastoralists, and Aborigines.

The Outback Stockman’s show is a visitor highlight.

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Explore Our Backyard

Our region is famous for its characters, culture, history and ancient landscapes.

Visitors feel the genuine Aussie embrace of a vast network of welcoming communities. Outback Aussie Tours are proud to call this region our home.

The historic town of Winton inspire d the lyrics to Banj o Paterson's iconi c ballad, Waltzing Matilda, which resonates with al l Australians.

Discover the an cient world of di nosaurs in Australia's dino saur capital.

The Gulf Savannah region is a country of golden grasslands abounding with wildlife, mining heritage, great rivers and stunning Outback landscapes. Visit the Undara Lava Tubes, the largest and longest on the planet, explore the deep cool chasms of Copperfield Gorge and marvel at the rugged sandstone cliffs of Cobbold Gorge.

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In Charleville, the stars almost touch the end of your nose at the Cosmos Centre and Observatory. Visit the National Parks Research Station, home of the Save the Bilby Fund.

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The Outback Aussie Tours experience

More and more visitors are discovering Outback Queensland, famous for its characters, culture, history and ancient landscapes. Outback Aussie Tours, a pioneer of Outback Queensland touring, continues to welcome new and repeat travellers and it’s easy to understand why.

Expert local guides

Our driver guides are trained to Savannah Guides standards with an in-depth local knowledge, having a natural passion for sharing their Outback hospitality and experiences, often a highlight of our travellers’ journey.

Meet Ian, one of our friendly driver/guides

seats will ensure a secure and relaxed journey for our travellers. Features include:

n Television, CD, DVD entertainment

Due to the remote locations of many of our destinations, our touring itineraries are packed with inclusions and unique Outback Aussie Tours experiences. Our travellers benefit from our close working relationships with Outback communities and specially negotiated group entry deals. On-board traditions of home-baked treats, drinking water, fresh fruit and bottomless lolly tins are included bonuses on all of our tours.

Our Sunset Happy hours go down a real treat!

nR oad Cam forward-facing video coverage

Solo Travellers

nR eclining seats with generous leg room, footrests and lap-sash seat belts nV elour, carpeted interior for a sound-proofed comfortable ride n F ully ducted air-conditioning designed for our Outback conditions nO n-board rest room in 4WD Vehicles and Coaches

n S atellite phone communication & UHF radio nA dvanced safety features nC omprehensive first aid kit.

98% Customer Satisfaction

Outback Aussie Tours is committed to delivering and maintaining high quality tours. We are extremely proud of the high customer satisfaction rate and welcome feedback at all levels.

Inside ‘Neville the Devil’

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Custom-built vehicles

Our touring vehicles have been specially modified and custom-built to meet the specific operational conditions in the Outback.

Designed for maximum comfort and safety, our fleet of 5 vehicles ranging from 11 seats to 48

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Value for money & special touches

Our vehicles - Toyota Coaster 'Andy', MAN 4WD Coach ‘Neville the Devil’ and Mercedes Benz Coach – ‘Scotty’

...as you travel in style...

If you are travelling alone and are happy to share a room with another traveller of the same gender, you won’t pay a single supplement.

Special Interest Groups & Charters

Do you have a special interest group of 10 or more travellers? Outback Aussie Tours is a leader in small to large group charters in Outback Queensland. Design your own itinerary or let us tailor-make a tour to suit your needs and budget. Fancy an Outback Races Weekend or maybe a quirky Outback Event like Winton’s Outback Festival, Jundah’s Oktoberfest or the iconic Birdsville Races. Make our team your first stop for planning an Outback adventure.

Stay Longer in the Outback Pre & Post Tour accommodation

You may prefer to add a few more days to your Outback Queensland holiday at either the start or end of your tour. Simply choose the number of extra nights you wish to spend, and advise your booking agent when you make your tour reservation.

Longreach

Cairns (Per Person)

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Abajaz Motor Inn

Albert Park Motor Inn

Jumbuck Motel

Longreach Tourist Park (ensuite cabins)

Rydges Tradewinds

Twin Share from $62.50 Sole Use from $125

Twin Share from $75 Sole Use from $130

Twin Share from $70 Sole Use from $140

Twin Share from $50 Sole Use from $100

Twin Share from $61 Sole Use from $122

Day Tours - ex Longreach

If you would like to explore Longreach at your own pace, here are some popular day tours.

You will receive a 10% discount off day tours when booked in conjunction with any Outback Aussie Tour of three nights or more.

All tours include complimentary transfers to/from your accommodation unless specified. Minimum tour numbers apply.

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Afternoon Cruise All aboard the M.V. Explorer to discover the Thomson River story.

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Heartland Theatre Dinner & Show Table service themed cuisine, 3 course drover’s dinner under the stars, with the Heartland Theatre show.

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Swaggies Cruise Afternoon Cruise, camp fire savouries at sunset, 3 course drover’s dinner, with the Heartland Theatre show.

Drover's Sunset Cruise Savouries at Sunset Cruise, 3 course drover’s dinner, with the Heartland Theatre show.

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Camden Park Station Sunset Tour Meet the local landowners, station tour, sunset drink and nibbles.

Strathmore Station Smoko Tour Meet the local landowners, station tour, hosted morning tea.

Dinosaur Matilda Winton Tour Australian Age of Dinosaurs, Waltzing Matilda Centre, morning tea, lunch, coach transfers.

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Longreach Outback Getaway

Day 1: Longreach

Your Outback Getaway begins with a warm welcome at Longreach Airport by our Outback Aussie Tours representative. Enjoy a welcome tour of Longreach before being transferred to your accommodation for the next two nights.

This afternoon visit Qantas Founders Museum where you will hear inspirational stories of Australia’s pioneering airline. Tonight, kick back and relax on the Drover’s Sunset Cruise and be entertained with the Heartland Theatre Larrikins & Legends campfire dinner and show.

Overnight Abajaz Motor Inn or Longreach Tourist Park Cabins, Longreach. (D)

DAY 2: Longreach

Meet some local graziers today. Experience wide open spaces and Coolabah lined creeks on our visit to a local Sheep & Cattle Station. Tour the property and hear first hand what it's like to live on the land while sharing their warm Outback hospitality. Wander the five themed galleries of the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and discover the stories behind some of Australia’s greatest and bravest explorers, stock workers, pastoralists and Aborigines. Enjoy your afternoon at leisure with time to explore downtown Explore the Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame precinct

Longreach – maybe share a cool ale and yarn with the locals! Overnight Abajaz Motor Inn or Longreach Tourist Park Cabins, Longreach. (B)

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3 Day Tour: Longreach – Longreach. Departs twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays (ideal weekender/short break). Cost per person Twin Share

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5 Day Tour: Longreach – Longreach. Departs weekly on Sunday. (ideal for rail travellers). Cost per person

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5 day tour includes the above itinerary, plus 2 additional nights in Longreach and 1 free day.

6 day tour is also available, departing Wednesdays.

Tours may be subject to availability, conditions and change. Minimum of 2 passengers required to operate.

Child rates applicable when sharing with twin share adults or sole use adult.

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Legendary Longreach & Winton Day 1: Longreach

Arrive in Longreach via QantasLink or Spirit of the Outback rail journey. Enjoy real Outback hospitality with the Camden Park Sunset Cattle Station Tour followed by Cattleman’s Bar and Grill dinner. Overnight Abajaz Motor Inn, Longreach. (D)

Day 2: Longreach, Winton

Learn the challenges of teaching over the airwaves at the Longreach School of the Air. Arriving into Winton we visit the multi-award winning Waltzing Matilda Centre - the only museum to be dedicated to a song. After lunch we check into our accommodation with time to relax before ‘The Ultimate Dinner & Winton Welcome’. Take a short drive into the majestic mesa country to the Australian Age of Dinosaurs where we toast the glorious Outback sunset then savour a delicious barbeque dinner. Overnight Boulder Opal Motor Inn, Winton. (B, L, D)

Day 3: Winton, Longreach

Be amazed at the prehistoric discoveries of the Dinosaur Stampede at Lark Quarry Conservation Park. Tour Carisbrooke Station and explore the property’s stunning Cory's Range scenic drive. After lunch at the homestead, travel on to Longreach with time to refresh in the afternoon.

Exclusive Qantas Founders Dinner

Tonight enjoy the magic of an exclusive dining experience in the Qantas Founders Museum, and learn the stories of our aviation pioneers.

Overnight Abajaz Motor Inn, Longreach. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Longreach

Learn about the challenges of working and living on the land first hand from local graziers Bevan and Maree Pearce at Strathmore Station. Explore the 5 themed galleries of the Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame and watch the live Outback Stockman’s Show. Enjoy some afternoon leisure time before joining our Drover's Sunset Cruise and our entertaining Heartland Theatre, Larrikins and Legends Show.

Savour the traditional Outback flavours of our Drover's campfire cuisine. Overnight Abajaz Motor Inn, Longreach. (B, L, D)

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Day 5: Longreach

Depart via rail or air after a journey of a lifetime in Outback Queensland.* *Please note breakfast is not included on this day.

Lark Quarry Dinosaur Trackways

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Birdsville Desert Escape The picturesque South West Outback region is a fusion of stunning red sand hills, abundant wildlife and magnificent flora and fauna.

Meet the characters and feel the genuine embrace of the far west communities.

Day 1: Longreach, Birdsville

This morning depart for the famous Outback town of Birdsville. Heading southwest, follow the mighty Thomson River floodplain and Mitchell grasslands to Stonehenge and Jundah where the red mulga country begins. Explore Cooper Creek catchment, following the footprints of the pioneers. Travel on to Deon’s Lookout for picnic refreshments and amazing views of the Diamantina Shire and Betoota. Overnight Birdsville Hotel, Birdsville. (L, D)

Day 2: Birdsville

Today visit the Burke and Wills Tree on the Diamantina River and the well known Birdsville Racetrack. Explore the Wirrari Centre, Wolfgang’s Art House, Birdsville Billabong and the Inland Hospital ruins. A tour highlight is our Simpson Desert sunset happy hour atop the stunning red dunes. Feel the very soul of Australia as the sun goes down over the heart of the Outback.

Dinner tonight is at the iconic Birdsville Hotel.

Overnight Birdsville Hotel, Birdsville. (B, L, D)

in 1870, set amongst some of the toughest country in the heart of the Lake Eyre Basin. Cross the vast Cuttaburra floodplain to Bedourie for lunch before travelling north from Eyre Creek; where the Channel Country meets the desert. A mid afternoon arrival in Boulia; explore the historic Stone House and impressive Min Min Encounter where we uncover the myth of the mysterious Min Min Light. Overnight Boulia Desert Sands Motel or Australian Hotel, Boulia. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Boulia, Longreach

Take in the majestic mesas at Cawnpore Lookout, set amongst the open pebbly plains - a landscape found in only two places on earth. Catch up with the locals at the Middleton Hotel for morning tea and entertaining yarns. Take a scenic drive into Winton for a pub lunch at the Tattersall Hotel; a classic two-storey timber pub with memorabilia and stories to last a lifetime. Mid afternoon travel back to Longreach to conclude your journey of a lifetime in the desert and Channel Country of Outback Queensland.* (B, L) *Please note accommodation is not included on this night.

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Sole Use

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Tours may be subject to availability, conditions and change. Minimum of 10 passengers required to operate.

Ground content only. Child rates applicable when sharing with twin share adults or sole use adult.

Please enquire about additional accommodation to fit your travel timetable.

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Day 3: Birdsville, Boulia

Iconic Birdville Hotel, enjoy the atmosphere and well appointed rooms

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Cairns – Longreach Outback Overlander Explore the highlights of the incredibly diverse Gulf Savannah region. A country of open and timbered grasslands abounding with wildlife, mining heritage, great rivers and stunning Outback landscapes.

Day 1: Cairns, Mount Surprise

Departing Cairns we travel via Atherton Tableland to the cattle country of the Tropical Savannahs. Explore the Undara Lava Tubes, claimed to be the largest and longest on the planet. Overnight Bedrock Village, Mount Surprise. (L, D)

Day 2: Mount Surprise, Cobbold Gorge

Join the Savannahlander for the most scenic section en route to the quaint copper town of Einasleigh. Explore the majestic Copperfield Gorge and Fosayth. Arrive at the mysterious Cobbold Gorge, located on a working cattle property.

Overnight Cobbold Gorge. (B, L, D)

Day 3: Cobbold Gorge, Karumba

seafood at an awe-inspiring sunset overlooking the Gulf of Carpentaria. Overnight End of the Road Motel, Karumba. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Karumba, Cloncurry

Discover the mysteries of the famous barramundi and experience feeding these giant fish at the Barramundi Discovery Centre. In Normanton we visit the historic Railway Station, home of the 'Gulflander'. We see the famous Purple Pub and the life-size model of the largest crocodile ever captured. We cross the mighty Flinders River heading south to Cloncurry.

Overnight Gidgee Inn Motel, Cloncurry. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Cloncurry, Longreach

Travel south out of the Selwyn Ranges and enjoy local yarns at the watering holes of the Matilda Highway – The Walkabout Creek Hotel, Blue Heeler Hotel, Tatts Hotel and North Gregory Hotel. Arrive in Longreach late afternoon to conclude your journey of a lifetime.* (B, L) *Please note accommodation is not included on this night.

A big day of contrasts, experience Cobbold Gorge with its spectacular 30 metre sandstone cliffs on a delightful guided tour and cruise.

Travel via the gold mining communities of Georgetown and Croydon to Karumba, the centre of the Gulf's prawn industry. Enjoy

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Corner Country highlights This journey will leave you breathless with its contrasts, from open gibber plains to sandy undulating land. Discover the history of the early explorers and pioneers, abundant wildlife and discover the ever-changing desert environments of the Channel Country.

Day 1: Charleville

Arrive Charleville, enjoy a welcome tour including lunch, then meet the rare and endangered Bilby.

Visit Charleville Airport precinct with the Royal Flying Doctor hangar and remnant reminders of our World War II involvement. This evening experience the spectacular Cosmos Centre Night Show followed by dinner. Overnight Mulga Country Motor Inn, Charleville. (L, D)

Day 2: Charleville, Thargomindah

Depart Charleville and follow the Warrego River to Cunnamulla to meet the Cunnamulla Fella. Then travel on to discover the quaint township of Eulo, visiting the Date Farm Gift Shop. Enjoy the tales of Isabel ‘The Eulo Queen’

and see the Eulo mud springs. Travel on to Thargomindah and learn its historic electrical street lighting story. Overnight Oasis Motel or Explorer Cabins, Thargomindah. (B, L, D)

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Day 3: Thargomindah, Tibooburra

Travel southwest across the Dingo Barrier Fence to the Noccundra Hotel and the border crossing at the Warri Gate. Now in Outback NSW view the eastern sections of the Sturt National Park en route. Traverse gibber country and spectacular 'jump up' country as we arrive into Tibooburra. Explore the National Parks Interpretive Centre and Court House Museum.

At sunset, reflect on the significance of Sturt the explorer's survival in harsh conditions.

Overnight Tibooburra Cabins & Cottages (cottages have shared facilities). (B, L, D)

Day 4: Tibooburra, Innamincka

Journey through diverse landscapes of Sturt National Park to Cameron Corner, where three states of Australia meet. Experience the red sand dunes of the famous Strzelecki Desert and pass large cattle stations operating in tough Outback conditions. Evidence of the region’s natural wealth can be seen as we travel through the heart of the oil and gas fields and isolated installations. Learn about Geo Dynamics Hot Rock Installation harnessing the energy from the earth's natural hot granites deep beneath the surface. Retrace the last days of Burke and Wills and hear about the town with two lives. Explore the restored Australian Inland Mission building, the Innamincka Trading Post or just relax around Cooper Creek. Overnight Innamincka Hotel. (B, L, D)

changing desert environments before reaching Birdsville where the Channel Country meets the Simpson and Strzelecki Desert. Overnight Birdsville Hotel, Birdsville. (B, L, D)

Day 6: Birdsville

Visit the Birdsville Burke and Wills Tree on the Diamantina River and the well-known Birdsville Racetrack. Enjoy some free time after lunch to explore the Wirrari Centre, Wolfgang’s Art House, Birdsville Billabong and the Inland Hospital and Royal Hotel ruins. A tour highlight is our sunset happy hour atop the stunning red dunes on the edge of the Simpson Desert National Park. Feel the very soul of Australia as the sun goes down over the heart of the Outback. Dinner tonight is at the iconic Birdsville Hotel featuring a Flying Doctor Auction.

Overnight Birdsville Hotel, Birdsville. (B, L, D) Cosmos Centre, Charleville

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Travel to the ghost town of Betoota and then visit Deon’s Lookout for amazing views of the Diamantina Shire. Travelling on to Windorah we meet Cooper Creek, making our way up one of its major tributaries, the mighty Thomson River, to visit the watering holes of Jundah and Stonehenge.

Delight in spectacular scenery of rugged beauty and vast open plains as we cross the coolabahlined creeks en route to Longreach. 7 Day tour concludes here

7 Day tour concludes here Overnight Albert Park or Longreach Motor Inn, Longreach (B, L, D)

Day 8: Longreach

Learn of the legends and the unsung heroes at the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame, a fascinating tribute to the pioneering men and women of Australia. Uncover national treasures such as the historic 1922 Qantas hangar at the Qantas Founders Museum. The historic photographs, memorabilia and multi-media displays bring alive the inspirational stories of one of the world’s pioneering airlines.

This evening enjoy the Drover's Sunset Cruise and Heartland Theatre Dinner and Show.

Overnight Albert Park or Longreach Motor Inn, Longreach. (B, L, D)

Day 9: Longreach

Depart Longreach via rail or air after an amazing journey of a lifetime.* *Please note breakfast is not included on this day.

Charleville Welcome Tour Meet the Bilby Experience Royal Flying Doctor hangar Cosmos Centre Night Show Cunnamulla Fella monument Eulo Date Farm Gift Shop Tales of Isabel ‘The Eulo Queen’ Eulo Mud Springs Thargomindah stories Cross the Dingo Barrier Fence Sturt National Park & Tibooburra Stunning Gibber country Spectacular ‘Jump up’ country National Parks & Court House Museum n Cameron Corner where three states meet in the Strzelecki Desert dunes n n n n n n n n n n n n n n

Geo Dynamics Hot Rock Project Australian Inland Mission Building Innamincka Trading Post Explore Cooper Creek Burke and Wills Dig Tree Birdsville Racetrack & Billabong Wolfgang’s Art House, Wirrari Centre Inland Hospital and Royal Hotel ruins Simpson Desert sunset happy hour Ghost town of Betoota Outback towns of Windorah, Jundah Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame & Qantas Founders Museum n 8 nights accommodation with private facilities (unless specified) n Buffet breakfast (7); Dinner (8); Lunch (8) n Savannah Guides Master Operator n n n n n n n n n n n n

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Outback Aussie Tours may, if in the opinion of any representative of Outback Aussie Tours or carrier, either refuse to allow persons on the tour or expel persons from the tour if their mental or physical condition is such as to render them: incapable of caring for themself; likely to become objectionable to other passengers; or a hazard to themself or other passengers. Outback Aussie Tours will not be liable for any expenses arising from such persons being precluded from completing the tour for any such reason.

Each booking is conditional on Outback Aussie Tours securing the minimum number of bookings required to operate the tour and to ensure an enjoyable group atmosphere. Where sufficient numbers cannot be achieved, Outback Aussie Tours reserves the right to cancel or suspend a scheduled departure.

2. SPECIAL DIETS

Passengers requiring special diets such as vegetarian or gluten free must inform Outback Aussie Tours at time of reservation and reconfirm their request with the Outback Aussie Tours' Driver/ Host upon arrival. Outback Aussie Tours cannot guarantee special requests will be met in all instances.

3. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Outback Aussie Tours welcomes passengers with disabilities or special needs provided they are accompanied by a companion capable of providing all necessar y assistance. Any special requirements must be advised at time of booking. Outback Aussie Tours reserves the right to refuse to carry any person who it deems cannot fully care for themselves on tour without assistance.

Wheelchairs and walkers cannot be carried on motorcoaches due to space limitation. Wheelchair passengers should be aware of these limitations. We regret that we cannot provide individual assistance to a passenger for walking, dining, getting on and off motorcoaches or other transportation vehicles, or other personal needs. Passengers who need such assistance must be accompanied by a qualified companion.

4. HEALTH and FITNESS

Tours include walks ranging from short to long distances of up to 1.5 kilometres. These walks are often over uneven ground and may include steps. For safety and enjoyment passengers should be in good physical condition to participate in all tours. Some walks vary in degree of difficulty from moderate to difficult. Passengers need to be aware of the high temperatures which may be experienced in the Outback. Medical Equipment: Please note that in some remote Outback locations electric power may not be available 24 hours per day. Passengers are advised to bring adequate medication (and spare prescriptions for essential medication) for remote travel and emergencies.

5. PRICING and CONDITIONS

All prices in this brochure are quoted in Australian currency and include tour preparation, operation costs and GST where applicable. Prices include

all on-tour coach travel, all railway station and some airpor t transfers at arrival and depar ture point of each tour, meals, accommodation, sightseeing and admissions as per the itinerary.

Prices do not include airfares, rail tickets, meals not specified in the itinerary, drinks, laundry, optional activities and items of a personal nature. Changes to rail/flight schedules may require additional overnight accommodation at either commencement or completion of the tour, which is at passenger's own expense.

Additional Optional Activities are not included in the tour cost and incur additional charges. Tours are subject to availability, operational and seasonal factors. A minimum number of people are required for some activities to operate and you are encouraged to prebook these prior to arrival to avoid disappointment. These terms and conditions may be subject to further changes by Outback Aussie Tours from time to time and are shown on Outback Aussie Tours' website

6. CHANGES TO THE ITINERARY

Outback Aussie Tours is often not the provider of attractions, excursions and/or optional tours. Accordingly, Outback Aussie Tours may, where it is required to do so, suspend or cancel any tour inclusion where that tour inclusion is not available or in the opinion of Outback Aussie Tours, unadvisable, unsafe or unsuitable. During local or national holidays, certain facilities such as museums and restaurants, sightseeing tours and shopping may be limited or not available. Outback Aussie Tours reserves the right to alter or change the accommodation, carriers or vessels at any time for any reason; and cancel or alter the itinerary and/or tour at any time without notice as Outback Aussie Tours considers necessary for any reason whatsoever including road, weather or traffic conditions, nonperformance of suppliers, industrial action, operational conditions and requirements. Where a tour is cancelled prior to the departure date, Outback Aussie Tours will use all reasonable endeavours to offer the nearest possible alternative tour (subject to a refund or payment to cover any tour price difference) or, if this is not acceptable, refund the tour price or such portion of it as Outback Aussie Tours considers appropriate.

7. CANCELLATION FEES Days of Notice

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confirmation. Bookings will be automatically cancelled if a deposit is not received by Outback Aussie Tours within 7 days of the booking.

Final payment for tour costs must be paid no later than 60 days prior to travel. For bookings made less than 60 days prior to departure, full payment is required within 48 hours for confirmation. It is the passenger's responsibility to pay the tour price by the due date.

Please ensure payments are made within the specified time limits to ensure that bookings are not automatically cancelled.

9. TRAVEL INSURANCE

Passengers are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance to cover against unforeseen circumstances. Ask your travel agent for details.

10. BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE

Due to limited space available on the vehicle and in accordance with the airlines, passengers are entitled to carry one suitcase per person with the total sum of not exceeding 60cm length, 40cm width and 60cm height and weight 15kg. Personal items such as make-up, cameras etc. should be carried in a travel bag which is not to exceed 4kg per person. Where possible use soft bags not cases. Passengers are to ensure that luggage meets the weight requirements as overweight items will be left behind.

11. YOUNG TRAVELLERS

A child is classified as 12 years and younger and children under 7 years of age are not recommended. Child prices are subject to sharing with sole use or twin sharing adults only. Persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Please note: Some tours are not suitable for children.

12. RESPONSIBILITY

Passenger participation in tours operated by the carrier companies and Outback Aussie Tours may incur certain risks and dangers which are beyond the operators’ control including, but not limited to, the hazards of travelling in remote areas, travel by boat, train, automobile, aircraft or other means of transportation, the forces of nature and accident or illness in remote regions without means of rapid evacuation or medical facilities. The carrier companies and Outback Aussie Tours will not have any liability regarding provision of medical care or the adequacy of any care that may be rendered.

It is understood that Outback Aussie Tours will use their best efforts to ensure that adequate measures are taken. Passengers must make their own enquiries regarding safety warnings in relation to the destination they are travelling to.

13. SEAT ROTATION and SMOKING

Please note: transferring to another date is treated as a cancellation and cancellation fees apply.

To ensure all clients have the oppor tunity to enjoy front and window seats, a daily seat rotation system is employed. Government regulations prohibit smoking on tour coaches.

8. DEPOSITS AND FINAL PAYMENTS

A non-refundable/non-transferable deposit of $200 per person is payable within 7 days for booking

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