Alice Springs & The Red Centre
Direct flights into Alice Springs and out of Yulara on this 9 day tour to one of the most unique places on earth. Alice Springs, a remote desert town 1,028 road miles (1,654 km) north of Adelaide and 954 miles (1,535 km) south of Darwin. The town originated in 1871 as a station on the Overland Telegraph Line. We visit the Telegraph station, now a national park. Alice Springs is also regional headquarters for the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the School of the Air. Other highlights of the area include Desert Garden Park, Hermansberg and the spectacular West MacDonnell Ranges. Forming part of the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Uluru is sacred to indigenous Australians and is thought to have started forming during the Ediacaran Period over half a million years ago. We learn how it was inhabited 30,000 years ago and the wonderful history of the rocks and it’s traditional people and custodians along with the flora and fauna of the area.
Tour inclusions
Free home pick up & drop off
Central Coast passengers
A free home pick up and drop off is provided for most suburbs.
Sydney passengers
A free home pick up and drop off is provided for residents living in the North Shore, & Northern Beaches, North West & Hills district, Sutherland & M5 Corridor.
Passengers outside Sydney and the Central Coast
Our tours are welcome for anybody to join. If you live outside the above areas you can make your own way to Sydney Airport and we will meet you there.
Day 1
Journey to Alice Springs
Scott and the airport shuttles will transfer you to Sydney Airport for your flight to Alice Springs where our coach will be waiting to take you to Lasseters Hotel for a 4 night stay.
Day 2
Explore Alice Springs
Today we explore Alice Springs. Our first stop is Anzac Hill
Lookout for views across the city. Next a stop at Alice Springs
Desert Park for a Bird of Prey Show and a guided Cultural Tour.
Visits to the School of the Air and the Overland Telegraph Station.
Day 3
Hermannsburg & the Original Outback Bush BBQ
A stop at Hermannsburg Aboriginal community, known for
its historic precinct and as the birthplace of Albert Namatjira. A visit
to the Araluen Cultural Precinct with over 1,100 artworks that
reflect the vitality and variety of works of art from the region. Tonight
we become immersed in the spirit and grandeur that is the Australian
Outback for a truly unique and authentic experience. The Original
Outback Bush BBQ Dinner & Show is set in the remote and
isolated East MacDonnell Ranges and takes place under the great
expanse of the Northern Territory sky
Day 4
West MacDonnell Ranges
We explore the scenic beauty of the Tjorita West
MacDonnell Ranges, the tallest mountains in the Northern Territory.
The park encompasses an ancient landscape sculpted over time by
climatic elements. We’ll visit Simpson’s Gap, Stanley Chasm and
Ormiston Gorge keeping our eye out for rare and threatened plants
as well as wildlife, including uncommon bird species such as the
Peregrine Falcon. Features of the landscape are significant to the
Arrernte people, including the Ochre Pits that have long been a
quarry for important ochre pigments.
Day 5
Journey to Ayers Rock Resort
Leaving Alice Springs, we travel through Stuarts Well and Erldunda before arriving at Yulara and Ayers Rock Resort. We are staying at the Desert Garden Hotel for the next 3 nights.
Day 6
Uluru and Kata Tjuta
During our time at Uluru and Kata Tjuta, we will have
both sunrise and sunset opportunities. These 350 million year
old rock formations are one of Australia’s most iconic landmarks
hiding ancient wisdom and diverse plant and animal life. This
awe inspiring and sacred rock has a special place in many peoples
hearts and culture. Our local guide will take us on a journey of
discovery into the Dreamtime stories of the area and we will see
physical evidence of the feats performed during the creation
period. Short walks at Uluru and Kata Tjuta and a visit to the
Cultural Centre and the Maruka Arts & Craft Cooperative.
Day 7
Free Day
Today is a free day. The resort has many free activities
throughout the day including Bush Yarns, Guided Garden Walks,
Spear & Boomerang Throwing and Cultural Dancers. Other
options include Scenic Flights and Camel Rides. Now in its 31st
year, tonight we dine under the stars in an isolated desert setting
with the incredible Sounds of Silence experience.
Day 8
Journey back to Sydney
A direct flight from Ayers Rock to Sydney where the airport shuttles will be waiting to take you home.
FAQs
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To book on one of our tours, you first need to call our office on (02) 4382 2039 and speak to Holly or Scott. To secure your booking, a non-refundable and non-transferable deposit of $200 per person is due within 7 days of booking. The balance of the tour is due 60 days before departure.
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