ON SALE: The Best of Broken Hill & Outback NSW (2026)

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Day 1 Monday

Arrival at Broken Hill

Make your own way to Broken Hill. On arrival, you will be met by your Host and escorted to your accommodation. Hotel: Old Willyama Motor Inn or Silver Haven Motor Inn (or similar)

Day 2 Tuesday

City Sights, Heritage Tour, Sunset Sculptures Symposium

Take a step back in time and explore Australia's first heritage-listed city, showcasing Broken Hill's rich history. Visit the Miner’s Memorial, located at the highest point of the Line of Lode offering panoramic views of the city's architecture. Next, we’ll take a break before heading to the famous Sculpture Symposium to watch the breathtaking sunset. Meals included: light breakfast & dinner.

Day 3 Wednesday

Menindee & Kinchega National Park

This leisurely tour takes you around the Menindee Lakes scheme, with scenic stops along the way at Menindee and Kinchega National Park (weather permitting). The highlight of the trip is a wetlands cruise on the River Lady, where you'll get up close and personal with the abundant wildlife that calls this area home. Meals included: light breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Day 4 Thursday

Silverton Ghost Town & Taste of the Artback & Tipsy Camel

After breakfast, we’ll set off for Australia’s most vibrant ghost town—a must-see for movie buffs and history enthusiasts alike. You’ll have the opportunity to explore craft centers, galleries, and museums, as well as the iconic Silverton Hotel, with time to grab a bite to eat (at your own expense). In the afternoon, we’ll tour some of the local art galleries. Broken Hill is renowned for its dynamic art scene, and you’ll witness firsthand the extraordinary talent and creativity that make this place so special, then finish the day with a meal at the Tipsy camel, housed in Broken Hill’s historic Waverly Brewery. Once one of several thriving breweries in the early 1900s, it now blends rustic charm with hearty outback hospitality. Meals included: light breakfast & dinner.

Day 5 Friday

Royal Flying Doctor Service, Whites Mineral Art Gallery & Mining Museum & Palace Hotel tour

We begin our day with a visit to the Royal Flying Doctor Service, where we’ll explore the vital role they play in delivering medical care to remote communities. Next, we’ll head to White’s Mineral Art and Mining Museum. You will be treated to hundreds of mining scenes depicting the way mining was done in the past and present, as well as mining memorabilia throughout the museum, which features over 400 mineral artworks, extensive mining history, and one of the region's largest doll collections We’ll wrap up the day with a tour and meal at the iconic Palace Hotel, famously featured in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. For those feeling lucky, you can try your hand at a game of two-up—Broken Hill is the only place where you can legally play this game on a regular basis. So, join the locals and give it a spin! Meals included: light breakfast & dinner.

Day 6 Saturday

Free Day

Today, you’ll have the freedom to explore this remarkable part of Australia at your own pace. For a glimpse into the lives of early miners, venture underground at the historic Day Dream Mine. Discover the rugged escarpments, mineral-rich springs, and ancient Aboriginal rock art at Mutawintji National Park. Or, if you prefer a more relaxed day, enjoy a round of golf, join the locals for a leisurely game of bowls, or catch the local bus to the iconic Bells Milk Bar for a delicious, nostalgic milkshake. Meals included: light breakfast.

Day 7 Sunday

Overnight White Cliffs

Today, we’ll visit White Cliffs, Australia’s oldest commercial opal field and one of the few places in the world where white opal is found. White Cliffs is also home to Australia’s first solar power station. You’ll have the chance to explore the Red Earth Opal Underground Mine Tour & Showroom, where you can purchase opals directly from the source. We’ll then spend the night at the renowned White Cliffs Underground Motel, offering a truly unique and unforgettable experience. Meals included: light breakfast, lunch & dinner. Hotel: White Cliffs Underground Motel.

Day 8 Monday

Broken Hill

After breakfast we make our way back to Broken Hill for the night. Meals included: light breakfast.

Day 9 Tuesday

Departure

After breakfast bid farewell to your fellow travellers as your holiday to Outback NSW comes to an end. You will be transferred to your departure point. Meals included: light breakfast.

Please note: this itinerary is subject to change without notice due to weather, adverse road conditions and unforseen circumstances.

Our experienced consultants can also happily help with flights and/or rail to and from Broken Hill. Call 1300 414 198 to learn more.

2026 Travel Dates

• 20-28 July 2026
• 17-25 August 2026
• 14-22 September 2026
• 12-20 October 2026

2026 P​rices from

• $2,395 $2,295 per person twin share
• $2,995 $2,895 solo traveller

Please Note

- Minimum numbers may be required for this tour to operate.

- If looking shorter 6 Days tour without White Cliffs ask our consultant for the pricing

- Prices are subject to availability at time of booking and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.

Call our team on 1300 414 198 and book your Broken Hill Holiday today!

Broken Hill

7 nights of comfortable motel-style accommodation at either Silver Haven Motor Inn or Old Willyama Motor Inn

W​hite Cliffs

1 night at White Cliffs Underground Motel

Please note that due to soil preservation, White Cliffs Underground Motel does not have ensuite bathrooms. Instead it has private, lockable bathrooms situated in a common area. It is recommended to bring slippers and dressing gown as you may be passing others along the way.

GETTING TO BROKEN HILL

By Air

Rex airlines operates from Sydney and Adelaide.

By Train

NSW TrainLink operates from Sydney every Monday.

Daily XPT train services to Dubbo with coach connections to Broken Hill.

By Coach

NSW Trainlink operates coaches from Adelaide and Mildura multiple times per week.

By Road

from Sydney the most direct route is via Blue Mountains to Mudgee, Dubbo, Nyngan, Cobar and Wilcannia. Drive time is approx 13 hours (1,134km).

from Melbourne take the Calder Highway to Mildura then continue through to Wentworth onto Broken Hill. Drive time is approx 9 hours (840km).

from Adelaide follow the M2 onto the Barrier Highway A32 which will take you through Gawler and Burra. Drive time is approx 6 hours (517km).

W​HAT'S THE WEATHER LIKE?

B​roken Hill has an arid desert climate.

Summer is mostly hot and dry averaging maximum 33°C climbing to over 38°C (approx 10 days a year).

Winter is relatively cool averaging maximum 16°C during the day with cold, frosty nights.

Rainfall averages approx 20mm per month.

MOBILITY & ACCESS

For the most part, this tour is accessible to all clients. However, guests will encounter uneven, rocky grounds or dirt tracks when visiting some attractions.

- The longest distance covered on this tour is approximately 400 metres.

- The path leading to the Lady River Cruise is a steep decline.

- The Underground Mine tour is not suitable for wheelie walkers or mobility scooters.

- Wheelie walkers and mobility scooters can be accommodated in the undercarriage of the coach, provided it folds.  

- Coaches operating these tours do not have disabled access. Drivers may be able to assist, at their own discretion (not guaranteed).

WILLING TO SHARE?

One of the advantages of taking a dedicated Travel at 60 group is that we have the ability to match solo travellers who wish to avoid the single supplement. Please let us know if you would prefer to share.

NOTE: this option is subject to availability of another traveller of the same gender willing to share. We require all guests sharing to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Please call for more information on 1300 414 198.