Broken hill wanderer

Experience the real outback with Silver City Tours Broken Hill Wanderer. Take a
step back in time and explore Australia's first heritage listed city, visit the
surrounding regions of outback New South Wales and learn about the areas
history and culture all to the backdrop of mesmerising Australian landscapes.

Explore Australia's first heritage listed city's past as you visit historic buildings
from a bygone era. Immerse yourself in the city's thriving art scene and learn
about the Royal Flying Doctor service, its origins and importance to Australia.
Explore the surrounding regions of outback New South Wales, where you'll visit
lively ghost towns, picturesque national parks and iconic opal fields.

With all inclusive accommodation, tours, transfers and most meals, this is your
chance to discover the real outback.

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1 Monday: Arrive in Broken Hill
Your host from Silver City Tours will greet
and escort you to your accommodation.

Tuesday: City Sights, Heritage Tour,

2
Geo Centre and Sunset Sculptures
Symposium (Lb, d)
Take a step back in time and explore Australia's
First Heritage Listed City on our Heritage Tour,
showcasing Broken Hill's rich history. We’ll visit
the Miner’s Memorial, located at the highest
point of the Line of Lode. From there, you’ll be
able to see the city’s unique architecture. Next,
we’ll visit the Geo Centre, where you can see a
42kg silver nugget and learn about the
importance of mining to the town. After that,
we’ll take a break before heading to the famous
Sculpture Symposium to watch the sunset.

3
Wednesday: Mendindee and
Kinchega National Park (LB, L, D)
This leisurely tour takes you around the
Menindee Lakes scheme, with scenic stops along
the way at Menindee and Kinchega National
Park (roads 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.

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 t h u r sd a y : S i l v e r t o n g ho s t t own,
4 t a s t e of t he a r tb a c k ( l b , d )
After breakfast, we'll head off to Australia's liveliest ghost
town. This is a must-see destination for any movie buff or
history lover. You'll be able to explore craft centres,
galleries, and museums, as well as the iconic Silverton
Hotel, with time for a bite to eat (own expense). In the
afternoon, we'll take a tour of some of the local art
galleries. Broken Hill is famous for its vibrant art scene,
and you'll be able to see firsthand what all the fuss is
about. You'll be blown away by the talent and creativity
on display here.
F r i d a y : S u l ph i d e st r ai l w ay &
h i s to r i ca l C e n t e r , R oy a l f ly i ng d octo r
s e r vi c e , B e l l' s M i l k b a r a n d p alac e
5 h ot e l ( l b, D )
This morning we discover the importance of the cultural
diversity that helped form the foundation of Broken Hill.
We also see mineral & hospital collections and play with
trains. After lunch we visit the RFDS, where we'll learn
about the important work they do in providing medical
care to remote communities. We then step back in time
with a visit to Bell's 1950's Milk Bar where you can
explore the city's fascinating social history and
experience a rare insight into Australia’s unique milk bar
and cafe culture, then we'll finish up with a meal at the
iconic Palace Hotel, made famous by the film Priscilla,
Queen of the Desert and for those who are feeling lucky,
you will have the chance to try your luck at a game of
two-up Broken Hill is the only place where you can play
two-up legally on a regular basis. So, join the locals and
come in spinner!!

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6 Saturday: Free day (lb)
Today you'll get the opportunity to explore this
great part of Australia at your own pace. For a
glimpse into what life was like for early miners
guests can go underground in the historic Day
Dream Mine. Explore the rocky escarpments,
mineral-rich springs and Aboriginal rock art at the
Mutawintji National Park, kick back with a round
of golf or join the locals in a leisurely game of
bowls.

7 Sunday: Overnight White Cliffs

(lb, l, d)
Today we visit White Cliffs, Australia's oldest
commercial opal field. One of the only places in
the world where white opal is found, White Cliffs is
also home to Australia's first solar power station.
Visit the Red Earth Opal Underground Mine Tour &
Showroom where you will get the opportunity to
purchase opals directly from the source before
spending the night in the famous White Cliffs
Underground Motel.

8 Broken Hill (LB)

After breakfast we depart for Broken Hill.

9 Departure (LB)
You will be transferred for your departure

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 PRICING
Twin Share from $2375.00 per person
Single from $2895.00 per person
Triple Share from $2265.00 per person

INCLUSIONS
8 nights accommodation 2 x lunch
5 x dinners All tours and local transfers
8 x light breakfasts

2024 DEPARTURES
March 18th August 19th
April 1st and 22nd September 2nd, 16th and 30th
May 6th and 20th October 14th and 28th
June 17th November 11th
July 22nd

Travel options: NSW TrainLink Outback Explorer. Rex Airlines. Qantas.

Travel cost to and from Broken Hill are not included
All subject to availability. Valid to 31/12/2024
We reserve the right, without notice to alter or cancel our touring program at any time due to weather,
road conditions and unforeseen circumstances.
Please refer to our Terms & Conditions flyer.
Images courtesy of Destination NSW, Jackson Schorn, Roger Ralph

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 Experience the real outback
Discover the real outback and immerse yourself in a bygone world of historic
mines, captivating landscapes, grand old pubs and picturesque miners' cottages.
With boundless tales to tell and true-blue local characters to meet around every
corner, it’s not hard to see why Broken Hill is the first Australian city to be
included on the National Heritage List.

Silver City Tours specialise in showcasing the unique landscape of Outback New
South Wales. Our passengers travel exclusively in our fleet of four, fully
maintained luxury air-conditioned coaches and one soft adventure sixteen
person four wheel drive. With tours ranging from half day excursions to extended
adventure tours, there is something to suit everyone. All of our tours are
conducted by experienced and knowledgeable guides who are passionate about
the Outback and its history. So if you're looking for an unforgettable experience,
join us at Silver City Tours.

+1300 723 583

CONTACT US www.silvercitytours.com.au sctbhq@iinet.net.au