The Great Australian Outback Cattle Drive is on the move again. Five hundred head of cattle and a swag of adventure stories on one of the most evocative desert trails in Australia, the Oodnadatta Track.

You'll be riding with some of Australia's finest horsemen to re-live a very real part of Australian history, the droving of cattle through the Outback. And whether you're an experienced rider, a happy hacker or someone who has never been in a saddle, you'll be matched with a horse to suit your abilities.

You can join one (or more) of six tours. Each lasts four nights and five days and each has its own distinct highlights. Each evening you'll return to a village of superior tent accommodation. Enjoy excellent facilities including a bar, a library, hot showers and flushing toilets, superb catering and most importantly the roaring campfire beneath a canopy of desert stars.

Saddle up for 2010 and be part of the ultimate outback experience!

4 NIGHT/5 DAY TOURS - OVERVIEW

1. Dawn of the Cattle Drive Fri 30 July - Tues 3 Aug
2. Drovers Crossing Wed 4 Aug - Sun 8 Aug
3. Kidman Country Mon 9 Aug - Fri 13 Aug
4. Cattle Kings Sun 15 Aug - Thurs 19 Aug
5. Ringers Run Fri 20 Aug - Tues 24 Aug
6. Cattle Drive Round Up Wed 25 Aug - Sun 29 Aug

Tour 1 - Dawn of the Cattle Drive

The beginning of an historic journey, a unique journey - your journey. Get ready to sit back and be apart of an historical reenactment, moving a real herd through real outback wilderness.

Located on Anna Creek Station, you have the rare opportunity to enter the world's largest cattle station, measuring some 26,000 square kilometres (5.5million acres), which is roughly the size of Belgium. The station has been continuously occupied since it was located in 1872, resisting the effects of drought, flood and adverse economic conditions - the only property in the region to have done so.

On your first afternoon, you'll be a part of the 'handover and counting of cattle', the official start of the Drive. Next morning it's down to business. The scenery is spectacular with sandy dunes & wide flat corridors covered with native plants such as hopbush and horse mulga. You will follow the remains of the original Ghan railway track as well as what?s left of the Overland Telegraph line - critical in the settling of Australia's interior. Hear stories of the settlers, their successes and failures along with historical accounts by descendants from original inhabitants, the indigenous people.

You'll do as much or as little of this cattle drive as you wish; optional coach tours on Days 3 and 4 are available to show you further regional highlights and histories. Experience the Outback from a unique vantage point and join a scenic flight at an additional cost.

Your village of superior tented accommodation is Anna Creek Campsite, located 26km from William Creek.

Tour 2 - Drovers Crossing

Located on Anna Creek Station, you have the rare opportunity to enter the world's largest cattle station, measuring some 26,000 square kilometres (5.5million acres), which is roughly the size of Belgium. The station has been continuously occupied since it was located in 1872, resisting the effects of drought, flood and adverse economic conditions - the only property in the region to have done so.

Cattle droving is thirsty business. So the outpost of William Creek - complete with roadhouse, campsite, racetrack, airport and 'rocket park' will make for a very special stop. With a population of less than 10, it's often claimed to be Australia's smallest town.
What's beyond dispute is the fact it's home to one of Australia's most isolated pubs. What can we say about the William Creek Hotel? It?s probably best left as a surprise - but suffice to say, it?s like no other!

Over your 50-odd-kilometre journey you will experience diverse landscapes. Watch as the scenery changes from gravely clays with scattered river red gum and coolibah above lemon scented grass to undulating stony tableland and then into deep red to yellow sand dunes with sandy clay swales.

You can do as much or as little of this cattle drive as you wish; optional coach tours on Days 3 and 4 are available to show you further regional highlights and histories. Experience the Outback from a unique vantage point and join a scenic flight at an additional
cost.

Your village of superior tented accommodation is Anna Creek Campsite, located 26km from William Creek.

Tour 3 - Kidman Country

Located on Anna Creek Station, you have the rare opportunity to enter the world's largest cattle station, measuring some 26,000 square kilometres (5.5million acres), which is roughly the size of Belgium. The station has been continuously occupied since it was located in 1872, resisting the effects of drought, flood and adverse economic conditions - the only property in the region to have done so.

Begin your tour in a town home to one of Australia's most isolated pubs- William Creek. With a population of less than 10 it is often claimed to be Australia's smallest town. Departing from William Creek you will have an opportunity to explore the land that makes
up the world's largest cattle station, Anna Creek. As you travel across deep red sandy dunes keep you eyes out for historic farm relics left by the drovers of the past. Although the creeks are dry, seasonal rains often leave the desert vibrant with plants and
animals.

You will be crossing the historical Oodnadatta Track following the remains of the original Ghan railway track as well as what's left of the Overland Telegraph line - both critical in the settling of Australia's interior.

You'll hear the stories of the settlers, their successes
and failures along with historical accounts by descendants from original inhabitants, the indigenous people. Their stories will be told - stories of survival, stories of trade and stories of the sacred Dreaming.
You'll do as much or as little of this cattle drive as you wish; optional coach tours on Days 3 and 4 are available to show you further regional highlights and histories. Experience the Outback from a unique vantage point and join a scenic flight at an additional cost.

Your village of superior tented accommodation is Anna Creek Campsite, located 26km from William Creek.

Tour 4 - Cattle Kings

Located on Anna Creek Station, you have the rare opportunity to enter the world's largest cattle station, measuring some 26,000 square kilometres (5.5million acres), which is roughly the size of Belgium. The station has been continuously occupied since it was located in 1872, resisting the effects of drought, flood and adverse economic conditions - the only property in the region to have
done so.

The scenery is spectacular with sandy dunes & wide flat corridors covered with native plants such as hopbush and horse mulga. You will follow the remains of the original Ghan railway track as well as what's left of the Overland Telegraph line - critical in the
settling of Australia's interior. Hear stories of the settlers, their successes and failures along with historical accounts by descendants from original inhabitants, the indigenous people.

You'll do as much or as little of this cattle drive as you wish; optional coach tours on Days 3 and 4 are available to show you further regional highlights and histories. Experience the Outback from a unique vantage point and join a scenic flight at an additional cost.

Your village of superior tented accommodation is Anna Creek Campsite, located 26km from William Creek.

Tour 5 - Ringers Run

Located on Anna Creek Station, you have the rare opportunity to enter the world's largest cattle station, measuring some 26,000 square kilometres (5.5million acres), which is roughly the size of Belgium. The station has been continuously occupied since it was located in 1872, resisting the effects of drought, flood and adverse economic conditions - the only property in the region to have done so.

Cattle droving is thirsty business. So the outpost of William Creek - complete with roadhouse, campsite, racetrack, airport and 'rocket park' will make for a very special stop. With a population of less than 10, it's often claimed to be Australia's smallest town.
What's beyond dispute is the fact it's home to one of Australia's most isolated pubs. What can we say about the William Creek Hotel? It's probably best left as a surprise - but suffice to say, it's like no other!

Over your 50-odd-kilometre journey you will experience diverse landscapes. Watch as the scenery changes from gravely clays with scattered river red gum and coolibah above lemon scented grass to undulating stony tableland and then into deep red to yellow sand dunes with sandy clay swales.

You can do as much or as little of this cattle drive as you wish; optional coach tours on Days 3 and 4 are available to show you further regional highlights and histories. Experience the Outback from a unique vantage point and join a scenic flight at an additional
cost.

Your village of superior tented accommodation is Anna Creek Campsite, located 26km from William Creek.

Tour 6 - Cattle Drive Round Up

Located on Anna Creek Station, you have the rare opportunity to enter the world's largest cattle station, measuring some 26,000 square kilometres (5.5million acres), which is roughly the size of Belgium. The station has been continuously occupied since it was located in 1872, resisting the effects of drought, flood and adverse economic conditions - the only property in the region to have done so.

You will begin the final tour of the Cattle Drive in a town home to one of Australia's most isolated pubs- William Creek. With a population of less than 10 it is often claimed to be Australia's smallest town. Departing from William Creek you will have an
opportunity to explore the land that makes up the world's largest cattle station, Anna Creek. As you travel across deep red sandy dunes keep you eyes out for historic farm relics left by the drovers of the past.

You will be crossing the historical Oodnadatta Track following the remains of the original Ghan railway track as well as what's left of the Overland Telegraph line - both critical in the settling of Australia's interior. You'll hear the stories of the settlers, their successes
and failures along with historical accounts by descendants from original inhabitants, the indigenous people.

You'll do as much or as little of this cattle drive as you wish; optional coach tours on Days 3 and 4 are available to show you further regional highlights and histories. Experience the Outback from a unique vantage point and join a scenic flight at an additional cost.

This marks the official end of the Great Australian Outback Cattle Drive 2010 and there will no doubt be some rejoicing in the nearby town of William Creek. You will be welcome to join in the celebration, which will almost certainly be a spirited affair in fine
Outback tradition.

Your village of superior tented accommodation is Anna Creek Campsite, located 26km from William Creek.

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