6 Day Lake Mungo Adventure
Departing Sydney
7 July
18 August
8 September
22 September
Embark on an extraordinary journey and explore the serene abundance of Outback New South Wales on this Lake Mungo tour! On this six-day Australian vacation, you’ll discover ancient sites like Lake Mungo National Park and its awe-inspiring Walls of China with 40000 year old Mungo Man. Travel in luxurious air conditioned vehicles to charming country pubs for meals each day – yum! With a maximum group size limited to 8 people, enjoy comprehensive commentary from experienced guides as well as admission fees included plus a stunning 30 minute joy flight over beautiful Lake Mungo. It’s definitely something not be missed – treat yourself today!
Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience in a small group outback tour
Visit the legendary Lake Mungo National Park and explore the Walls of China, home of the 40000 year old Mungo Man
Travel in luxury air conditioned vehicles with a small group of like minded guests (maximum 8)
Take advantage of country hospitality through amazing Outback Pubs
Indulge in three meals each day including breakfast, lunch and dinner for five days (excluding breakfast on day one & dinner on day six)
Receive comprehensive commentary from highly qualified guides and all entry fees included a scenic 30 minute joy flight over Lake Mungo
Itinerary: Day 1
Departing Sydney early this morning we cross the Blue Mountains and head Northwest
towards the township of Bathurst, Australia’s oldest inland town. We make a stop along the
way for some coffee and morning tea. Continuing west to the town of Cowra. We make a
stop to admire the stunning Japanese Peace Gardens and find out the history behind them.
You will have time to stroll through the seasonal displays and enjoy the surroundings.
Afterwards we have lunch at the Cafe overlooking the gardens before re-boarding the
vehicle.
We continue along the Mid-Western highway towards the township of West Wyalong.
In 1895 West Wyalong was developed 5 kilometres from Wyalong around the bullock track,
without the benefit of town planning, resulting in curious kinks in the road where it avoided
trees and buildings. As well as the mines, the White Tank water supply was located here. This
is now the location of McCann Park. The goldfield was declared the most productive in the
colony in 1899. We check in to the Cameo Inn for an overnight stay. After some time to
settle in, meet with your guide who will accompany you to dinner
Day 2
You will board the vehicle after an early breakfast this morning. We will continue along the
Mid-Western highway towards Hay. One of the highlights will be a tour of the historic Hay
Gaol as well as Shear, The Australian Shearers Hall of Fame. This amazing display takes visitors
through the incredible history of shearing in Australia and the significance of the wool
industry, and how it shaped Australia’s future economy. We take some time also to learn
about the rich history of Hay and admire the classic 19th Century Architecture.
Reboarding the vehicle, we now head along the Sturt Highway toward the small town of
Balranald, located in the heart of the Murrumbidgee Valley. We stop for some lunch before
continuing Northwest towards the famed Lake Mungo National Park. Lake Mungo is one of
the oldest places outside of Africa to have been occupied by modern humans since
ancient times. Scientists have discovered artifacts of this ancient culture dating back over
50000 years across the expanse of the Ice Age.
Your accommodation tonight is at the well-known Mungo Lodge in a King Deluxe Cabin.
After settling in, meet at the restaurant onsite for dinner.
Today will be spent exploring the world-renowned Mungo National Park including a visit to
the Zanci Homestead. Later just before sunset, meet with your group again and head out to
get some iconic photos of the Great Wall of China just as the sun is setting over them. A
uniquely Australian Outback Experience.
Start the day with a spectacular 30-minute scenic flight over Lake Mungo National Park,
experiencing the amazing landscape from the air. Your early morning flight departs from
right outside Lake Mungo Lodge. View the famed Walls of China as the outback slowly
comes to life in the morning light. Your scenic flight will continue to the town of Mildura
where your guide will be waiting to meet you.
Once in Mildura, you will board the Mildura Paddle Steamer and enjoy a 2hrs cruise on the
Murray Darling River. Here you will learn about Murray Darling River system and the history of
the paddle boats. Lunch will be at Brass Monkey, located in a 100yr old heritage listed
building in Mildura.
After lunch we will reboard the vehicle and head to the Australian Inland Botanic
Gardens.Here we will explore the beautiful surroundings. Afterwards, return to The Grand
Hotel Mildura where we will stay for the night. Dinner tonight is at Langtree Café. Here you
can enjoy a wide ranged menu whilst enjoying the vibe and ambience as the cooks work
the grill
Itinerary: Day 5
After an early breakfast we depart Mildura and continue
to Griffith. Griffith is located in the heart of the
Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area and is the state’s food
bowl.
On arrival in Griffith, we have organised a special wine
tasting and charcuterie board at a local family run
winery, Calabria Wines. Well-known local Italians,
Calabria is synonymous with Griffith.
Afterwards explore the Griffith Pioneer Park Museum to
learn about the amazing history of Griffith and the
construction of the revolutionary MIA.
We will stay at The Gem hotel tonight and enjoy an
Italian inspired dinner at Giuseppe’s.
Itinerary: Day 6 After breakfast, we make our way to Sydney. We pass through unique outback towns before arriving in Temora for some morning tea. Continuing on we head to the beautiful Southern Highlands town of Bowral for lunch. Afterwards you will have time to stroll the street to peruse the charming boutiques, before reboarding the vehicle and heading towards Sydney, arriving at around 6pm
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