Chinchilla Melon Festival

Day 1

Brisbane - Chinchilla
Your early morning transfers have been arranged for you to join your fellow travellers as we set off for a time of fun and frivolity. Travel north on the Bruce Highway stopping for a guided tour and morning tea at the Gympie Woodworks Museum. Our tour then takes us into the South Burnett town of Murgon for lunch at a local club. Continue on via Wondai, Tingoora, Durong South and Canaga before arriving in Chinchilla for the next three nights.

Day 2

Chinchilla Historical Museum and Melon Day
Today, after breakfast we learn more about Chinchilla from a local's perspective. Chinchilla produces 25% of Australia's melons, which is evident by the iconic Big Melon, that you might like to take a photo beside. At the Chinchilla Historical Museum, dedicated to the history of transportation, we'll see working steam engines, a rare three cycle cylinder engine and extensive displays of dairy equipment. Tonight, enjoy the excitement of the rodeo, with bulls, broncos, saddleback and barrel racing in a big night of country entertainment. Dinner this evening is at your own expense.

Day 3

Melon Festival Day
Today is non-stop melon action all day. With over 20 tonnes of watermelon smashed, eaten and celebrated, prepare yourself for a juicy 2027. There will be markets, arts and crafts, street music and displays of melon-eating skill. Some serious and hilarious highlights include the street procession and floats, pip spitting contests, melon skiing and melon bungy, melon tossing, melon smashing and an afternoon of country music; ending with a brilliant fireworks display to complete a fantastic and fun filled day.

Day 4

Chinchilla - Brisbane
As we journey homeward bound today, the conversation is sure to reflect a memorable time away. Enjoy a self guided tour of the Bell Catholic Church and relax over morning tea. Next, travel to Highfields for lunch, before making our way back to Brisbane, where your crew will have your transfers arranged.

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner