This small group adventure takes you to the heart of the Red Centre.
Australia's Outback is desolate and arid, yet flora and fauna, including humans, still survive in these trying conditions. With rock formations that are over millions of years old, the Aboriginal people and traditional owners of this land have lived here for over 50,000 years.
Over 5 days, you'll go on walks of varying difficulties to discover the deep gorges and rich hue of the Red Centre. Watching the landscape turn from green to yellow to orange to red is spectacular, particularly over sunset and sunrise, a dramatic performance that you will be sure to catch every day of your Outback tour.This small group adventure takes you to the heart of the Red Centre.
Australia's Outback is desolate and arid, yet flora and fauna, including humans, still survive in these trying conditions. With rock formations that are over millions of years old, the Aboriginal people and traditional owners of this land have lived here for over 50,000 years.
Over 5 days, you'll go on walks of varying difficulties to discover the deep gorges and rich hue of the Red Centre. Watching the landscape turn from green to yellow to orange to red is spectacular, particularly over sunset and sunrise, a dramatic performance that you will be sure to catch every day of your Outback tour.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Alice Springs
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Once you have arrived in Alice Springs for the start of your Outback tour, you will be taken to you hotel to check in. You'll have the remainder of the day to relax and explore Alice Springs, the gateway to the Red Centre.
Accommodation
Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters★4 star
Transportations
Private Driver from Alice Springs Airport to Alice Springs
Destinations
Desert Springs
Day 2
Private Tour of Alice Springs
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Spend a delightful morning in “A Town Like Alice” in the heart of Central Australia, starting with panoramic views from Anzac Hill overlooking the township and surrounding mountain ranges. You'll then learn more about the region and how it is to live here by visiting the Royal Flying Doctor Service, the School of the Air, and the Alice Springs Telegraph Station, Heritage-listed by the National Trust and National Estate. In the evening, you'll have the option to head out for a sunset Bush dinner.
Accommodation
Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters★4 star
Activities
Alice Springs 4-Hour Private TourOptional Activity
Alice Springs Reptile CentreOptional Activity
Restaurants
Evening Mbantua Starlight Bush DinnerOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Desert Springs
Flynn
Alice Springs
Hugh
Day 3
Drive to King's Canyon
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Departing Alice Springs at 2 pm, we travel directly to Kings Canyon in a four-wheel-drive on Ernst Giles Road, visiting varying sights along the way. On arrival at Kings Canyon Resort, you'll check in to the hotel room and, time permitting, we will enjoy a sparkling wine with a selection of canapés whilst watching the amazing sunset on Carmichael Crag at the western end of Kings Canyon. Tonight, enjoy a sumptuous dinner at the resort’s restaurant and witness the stars of this region.
Accommodation
Kings Canyon Resort★3 star
Transportations
Private Driver from Alice Springs to Kings Canyon
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Desert Springs
Petermann
Notes
Sunset Drinks and Canapés
Day 4
Kings Canyon and Uluru-Kata Tjuta
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Take a short drive to Kings Canyon for an early walk. The Rim Walk is botanically and spiritually rich, combined with astounding scenery like the buttressed domes that surround the Amphitheatre, the Lost City and Garden of Eden. Then, we make our way to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, stopping at Willonga Well for lunch in the shade with a glass or two of wine. On arrival, you can stretch the legs on the Walpa Gorge ‘Windy Gully’ walk. Return to the hotel after for a beautiful 3-course dinner.
Accommodation
Desert Gardens Hotel at Ayers Rock Resort★4.5 star
Activities
Kings Canyon Rim Walk
Walpa Gorge Walk
Transportations
Private Driver from Kings Canyon to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Petermann
Yulara
Day 5
Uluru Sunrise
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We depart the resort under darkness to a remote location to witness the sunrise over the mighty monolith of Uluru and the domes of Kata Tjuta. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will show you the majesty of Uluru as the colours of the great monolith begin to change. This concludes your wonderful Outback tour. You will be departing from the Ayers Rock Airport, your guide will deliver you there by 12.30 pm.
Activities
Uluru Sunrise
Transportations
Private Driver from Desert Gardens Hotel - Ayers Rock Resort to Ayers Rock Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Yulara
Petermann
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What’s included?
4 nights accommodation
3 activities
4 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners
Airport transfer
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 4,932/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Australia in 5 days
4.5-star, 3-star accommodation
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