Christmas in Cunnamulla
Christmas Outback Escape
Leave the cooking and the organising to your outback hosts. Eight hosted days of spa time, artesian waters, regional food and a traditional Christmas shared with new friends at Club Boutique Hotel Cunnamulla.
2026
Your Christmas week
Thursday 24 December
Christmas Eve, country style
A guided walk along the Warrego River, riverside morning tea and the Christmas Mailbox Decoration Trail, then a Bush Tucker Dinner with a festive sing-along, bush poetry and tall tales from local storytellers.
Friday 25 December
Christmas Day, together
A relaxed Christmas morning at the hotel, then a generous traditional lunch with fellow guests, your hosts and invited Cunnamulla locals, with a little gift giving, a free afternoon and a light festive supper.
All week
Rest, on outback time
A signature treatment at the Outback Day Spa, an evening soak at Cunnamulla Hot Springs, access to the town pool and unhurried afternoons at the hotel between outings.
- Departs Brisbane Sunday 20 December
- Seven nights at Club Boutique Hotel
- Flights, meals and touring included
24 and 25 December
Christmas, with your outback hosts
Christmas Day lunch · 25 December
Christmas Eve has a distinctly country feel. After a morning on the river and the Mailbox Decoration Trail, settle in at the hotel for a Bush Tucker Dinner, then a festive sing-along, bush poetry and tall tales shared by local storytellers.
Christmas morning is slow: a relaxed breakfast and time to exchange greetings. Then gather with fellow guests, your hotel hosts and invited Cunnamulla locals for a traditional Christmas lunch of seasonal favourites and regional produce, with a little gift giving along the way. The afternoon is yours, and everyone comes back together in the evening for a light festive supper.
Enter as strangers, leave as friends.
Regional flavours and shared tables
Long summer evenings
Dinners vary through the week: a degustation of regional flavours, a campfire-style dinner of yellowbelly and yabbies with stories beneath the outback sky, and a Progressive Dinner with beverage pairings that moves between specially selected settings. An Outback High Tea fills one slow afternoon, and the welcome dinner on your first night introduces your hosts and fellow travellers.
Rest, on outback time
Mornings start early while the light is soft. The middle of the day belongs to the spa, the pool and the verandah. A signature treatment with Australian botanical skincare at Club Boutique’s Outback Day Spa, an evening soak in the mineral-rich artesian waters of Cunnamulla Hot Springs beside the Warrego River, and access to the Cunnamulla Town Pool are all included.
Cunnamulla Hot Springs
An evening soak in the artesian pools beside the river, with entry included.
Outback Day Spa
A signature treatment using Australian botanical skincare, inspired by the outback.
The verandah
Shade, ceiling fans and a slow afternoon between the day’s outings.
Local guides and hosts
Out and about
Hosted local touring, with transport, entries and guides included.
- A guided heritage and art tour: the stories of James Tyson and Alan Tannock, Guido van Helten’s water tower mural and the Cunnamulla Fella statue.
- Sunrise at the Cunnamulla Sand Dunes, then the six-hectare Cunnamulla Bushlands Gardens.
- A day in Charleville: the WWII Secret Base Museum, the Cosmos Centre and lunch at a country pub.
- Cobb & Co coaching heritage and a sunset outing.
- The If the Walls Could Talk hotel heritage tour, a local town and industry tour, and lunch and a visit with the locals at Cunnamulla Bowls Club.
Day by day
Departs Brisbane Sunday 20 December. Home Sunday 27 December.
8-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive and meet your hosts
Sunday 20 December
Fly from Brisbane to Cunnamulla with Rex Airlines, travelling via Toowoomba and St George. On arrival, enjoy a welcome brunch before settling into your accommodation at Club Boutique Hotel. Later in the afternoon, discover Cunnamulla's colourful history on a guided heritage and art tour. Hear the stories of James Tyson and Alan Tannock, and visit local landmarks including Guido van Helten's water tower mural and the Cunnamulla Fella statue. Return to the hotel with time to freshen up for our welcome dinner, with an introduction to your hosts and fellow travellers.
Day 2: Gardens, spa and artesian waters
Monday 21 December
Start the day with an early morning visit to the Cunnamulla Sand Dunes, where the rising sun casts a warm glow across the red sand. Continue to Cunnamulla Bushlands Gardens, exploring the six-hectare site featuring Mulga Lands, Sandhills and Wetlands, with interpretive signage introducing the region's native plants and landscapes. Return to the hotel for lunch and a relaxing afternoon of indulgence at Club Boutique's Outback Day Spa. Unwind with a signature spa treatment featuring Australian botanical skincare products, inspired by the natural ingredients and earthy aromas of the outback. As the sun goes down, visit the Cunnamulla Hot Springs for a soak in the mineral-rich artesian waters beside the Warrego River. Tonight, enjoy a degustation dinner showcasing regional flavours.
Day 3: A day in Charleville
Tuesday 22 December
An early departure takes you north through Queensland's Mulga Country to Charleville. Discover the region's wartime history at the WWII Secret Base Museum, followed by a visit to the Charleville Cosmos Centre to learn about the night sky and the stars above the outback. Enjoy lunch at a local country pub before returning to Cunnamulla for a restful afternoon. This evening, gather for a relaxed campfire-style dinner featuring local favourites, including yellowbelly and yabbies, accompanied by stories and conversation beneath the outback sky.
Day 4: Outback stories and regional flavours
Wednesday 23 December
Enjoy a leisurely morning exploring Cunnamulla's Cobb & Co heritage, following part of the historic coaching route and hearing stories of the people, mail coaches and river crossings that helped shape the district. Return to Club Boutique Hotel for an Outback High Tea and a relaxing afternoon. As the day cools, enjoy a sunset outing before returning for a Progressive Dinner with beverage pairings. Move between specially selected settings, enjoying a curated journey of regional flavours, outback stories and hospitality.
Day 5: Christmas Eve, country style
Thursday 24 December
Rise early for a leisurely guided walk along the Warrego River, keeping an eye out for birdlife and enjoying the peaceful river setting as Cunnamulla comes to life. Afterwards, enjoy a relaxed riverside morning tea. Board our air- conditioned bus to follow the Christmas Mailbox Decoration Trail experiencing the creativity and festive spirit of local property owners. Back at the hotel, settle in for a Christmas Eve Bush Tucker Dinner, followed by a festive sing-along, bush poetry and tall tales shared by local storytellers. With plenty of laughter, music and outback hospitality, it's a Christmas Eve with a distinctly country feel.
Day 6: Christmas with your outback hosts
Friday 25 December
Enjoy a leisurely Christmas morning at Club Boutique Hotel, with a relaxed breakfast and time to exchange Christmas greetings. Gather with your fellow guests, hotel hosts and invited Cunnamulla locals for a traditional Christmas celebration. Enjoy a little gift giving, festive cheer and a generous Christmas lunch featuring seasonal favourites and regional produce. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure, whether relaxing at the hotel, calling family and friends or simply enjoying the slower pace of Christmas in the outback. Come together again in the evening for a light festive supper and good company.
Day 7: Hotel stories and local hospitality
Saturday 26 December
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before discovering the hotel’s stories on the If the Walls Could Talk heritage tour. Explore Cunnamulla’s local town and industry stories, enjoy lunch and a visit with the locals at Cunnamulla Bowls Club, and enjoy time to relax at the hotel.
Day 8: Home to Brisbane
Sunday 27 December
Enjoy your final breakfast at Club Boutique Hotel, with time for a leisurely morning before transferring to Cunnamulla Airport. Board your Rex Airlines flight home to Brisbane, travelling via St George and Toowoomba.
What’s Included
Travel, stay and wellbeing
- Return Rex Airlines flights between Brisbane and Cunnamulla
- Seven nights at Club Boutique Hotel Cunnamulla
- Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus the special dining experiences listed in the itinerary
- Scheduled touring, attraction entries and activities
- A signature treatment at Club Boutique's Outback Day Spa
- Cunnamulla Hot Springs entry and scheduled wellness facilities
- Airport transfers and transport for included touring
- Local guides and hosts
- Cunnamulla Town Pool access
Christmas celebrations and experiences
- Christmas Eve Bush Tucker Dinner, festive sing-along, bush poetry and local stories
- Christmas Day lunch and festive gatherings
- Charleville day tour including the WWII Secret Base Museum and Cosmos Centre
- Outback High Tea and a Progressive Dinner with beverage pairings
- Christmas Mailbox Decoration Trail
- Hosted visit to Cunnamulla Bowls Club
Payment & cancellation terms
Deposits & final balance
- A $650 per person deposit is required to secure your booking. The deposit is non-refundable due to non-refundable airfares.
- No name or date changes are permitted for air tickets.
- The final balance is due 90 days prior to travel.
Cancellation fees
- Deposit: $650 per person, non-refundable.
- 30–60 days prior to travel: 50% of the final balance.
- Under 30 days prior to travel: 100% of the final balance.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Out The Back Australia Tours may modify or cancel itinerary inclusions.
Enquire about Christmas
Ask our team about pricing, room options and availability for this departure. Fill in the form below or call 0418 607 169 or (07) 4655 1679.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the tour run?
Christmas Outback Escape runs from 20 to 27 December 2026, for eight days and seven nights.
Are flights and transfers included?
Yes. Return Rex Airlines flights between Brisbane and Cunnamulla are included, travelling via Toowoomba and St George. Airport transfers and transport for included touring are also included.
Where do we stay?
You will spend seven nights at Club Boutique Hotel Cunnamulla.
Are meals included?
Yes. Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner are included, along with the special dining experiences listed in the itinerary.
Are spa treatments and Hot Springs included?
The package includes a signature treatment at Club Boutique’s Outback Day Spa and entry to Cunnamulla Hot Springs.
What is planned for Christmas?
Christmas Eve includes a Bush Tucker Dinner, festive singing, bush poetry and local storytelling. Christmas Day brings a traditional lunch, gift giving and time with fellow guests, hosts and invited locals.
What should I bring?
Bring a sense of fun and adventure, comfortable walking shoes, a hat and sunscreen, layers for cooler evenings, a camera and any personal medications. Pack lightly: washing facilities are available.