The Australian Opal Centre has announced the return of its premier Australian Opal Tour for September 2026, offering a nine-day expedition that covers over 3,800 kilometers across four iconic opal-producing regions. Departing from Sydney on September 22, the journey utilizes a charter aircraft to efficiently connect Lightning Ridge, Winton, Coober Pedy, and the newly included historic field of Andamooka, providing participants with both aerial perspectives and significant time on the ground. Specially curated for collectors, gemmologists, and jewelry professionals, the tour provides an immersive look at Australia’s natural heritage by facilitating direct encounters with local miners and traders within active mining communities. This comprehensive itinerary allows guests to witness opal production at its source while gaining a deep understanding of the unique geological and cultural characteristics that define each destination.
