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CHARLEVILLE & ROMA TOURING

Courtesy of Tourism and Events Queensland From 418 per person twin share
$
* ^
3 DAYS | CHARLEVILLE TO CHARLEVILLE
TRAVEL TYPE: Independent
DEPARTS: Daily except Fridays (Apr – Mar)

HIGHLIGHTS
• Go stargazing at the Cosmos Centre observatory
• Join a WWII tour of Charleville’s wartime history
• Enjoy a self-guided tour around the town
INCLUDES
• 2 nights accommodation at The Rocks Motel
• Meals as specified
• Full day Outback Stars & Secrets tour
^Price valid 1 Apr 21 – 31 Mar 22.

Cosmos Centre, Charleville, Queensland
CHARLEVILLE STARS & SECRETS 3 DAYS
Day 1: Charleville The tour visits the centre twice in one day. The first visit
Arrive into Charleville and make your own way to The is in the morning to view the sun through a specially
Rocks Motel. If time permits, take a self-guided tour designed telescope to see sunspots, solar flares and Longreach
around the town. Stay the next two nights in Charleville. learn more about the only star visible during the day, the
Day 2: Charleville (L) sun. During the evening, marvel at the clear night skies
Charleville is historically famous for Cobb and Co, the to where distant stars, nebulae, galaxies and planets
Vortex Gun rainmaking experiment, a secret WWII shine brightly.
base and is also home to the world-class astronomy Day 3: Charleville
observatory ‘Cosmos Centre’. The tour concludes upon check-out from the hotel.
With an expert guide, join the Top Secret WWII tour of (L = lunch)
Charleville’s wartime history and discover the secrets
of this vital airbase. Later, travel thousands of light
years into space through powerful telescopes at the 2 Charleville
Cosmos Centre and learn from passionate guides Roma
who deliver astronomical information using easy to
understand terminology. START/FINISH * ^

Courtesy of Tourism and Events Queensland From 633 per person twin share
$
3 DAYS | ROMA TO ROMA
TRAVEL TYPE: Independent
DEPARTS: Tue, Thu (1 May – 16 Dec 21)

HIGHLIGHTS
• Spend the day exploring the Carnarvon Ranges
• Visit a working cattle property
• Enjoy an evening light and sound show
INCLUDES
• 2 nights accommodation at Roma Central Motel
• Meals as specified
• Roma Town tour
• Big Rig by Day and Night tour
Roma, Queensland • Discover Carnarvon Ranges tour
• Return Transfers from Roma Airport
ROMA EXPERIENCE 3 DAYS
^Price valid 1 May – 16 Dec 21.
Day 1: Roma Be taken on a 35 minute sound and light journey to
This morning, embark upon a half day guided Roma learn of the entertaining triumphs of the men and
Town Tour. Share a few hours with a Roma local for women of Roma. Stay the next two nights in Roma.
an insight into the colourful history and present-day Day 2: Roma (L)
activities in and around town. Uncover how the town Today, head to the Carnarvon Range for a full day
evolved. Learn about the industries it supports, while guided tour. With exclusive access to a large privately
keeping an eye out for some of the notable characters. owned cattle property nestled in the range, this is a
Visit hidden treasures like Heroes Avenue, spectacular great introduction to Outback Queensland. Explore Roma 2
stain glass windows, the Biggest Bottle Tree and the secluded gorges, amazing rock formations and see
Roma Bush Gardens. unique Aboriginal rock art, Australian wildlife and
After lunch, you’ll be picked up for the Big Rig by Day rare plants. Learn about inland Queensland’s natural Dalby
and Night. During this tour, learn about the hardships ecosystems, pioneering history and see first-hand how Toowoomba
endured by early pioneers who dreamt of striking nature and farming coexist in this rugged, yet beautiful
it rich. The Big Rig takes visitors on an entertaining landscape.
journey through time. From Australia’s first discovery of Day 3: Roma
petroleum, through the boom and bust years of oil and Transfer from your hotel to the airport or station.
gas exploration, to the creation of today’s multi-billion
dollar industry. When the sun goes down, enjoy a glass (L = lunch)
of port and listen to stories of yesteryear. START/FINISH

* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for accommodation are per room per night for 2 people, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for
travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure. 145