6 Days Red Centre Experience - Free Airport Transfer

Highlights   • Palm Valley • Learn about Aboriginal Culture

Day 1: Alice Springs

On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel (flights into Alice Springs prior to 1.00pm). This afternoon enjoy a tour of Alice Springs including the historic Telegraph Station, Royal Flying Doctor Service, School of the Air and the Alice Springs Reptile Centre. The final stop is Anzac Hill lookout to take in the panorama of Alice Springs. Accommodation: Alice Springs Resort, 2 nights.

Day 2: West MacDonnell Ranges - Alice Springs Desert Park

Today travel west following the spectacular West MacDonnell Ranges to Simpsons Gap and Standley Chasm. Continue to Ellery Creek Big Hole, before arriving at Ormiston Gorge for a delicious picnic lunch (opportunity for swimming in the hotter months). Travel to the Alice Springs Desert Park, where you will see unique Australian wildlife including the 'Birds of Prey' Display. (L)

Day 3: Ayers Rock - The Olgas

Travel through the West MacDonnell Ranges and stop at a camel farm for morning tea. Later stop to view majestic Mt. Conner, before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. This afternoon tour the Olgas (Kata Tjuta), then off to watch sunset over Ayers Rock (Uluru) while enjoying a complimentary glass of wine. Accommodation: Outback Pioneer Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort.

Day 4: Ayers Rock - Alice Springs

An optional tour to view sunrise over Ayers Rock is available at no extra charge (tea and coffee included). An early start also, for those wishing to climb Ayers Rock. Tour the monolith's base, visit the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre and perhaps, take an optional scenic flight (own expense). Depart for Alice Springs this afternoon to arrive early evening. Accommodation: Alice Springs Resort, 2 nights.

Day 5: Palm Valley

Today's 4WD Safari travels to Hermannsburg, then down the bed of the Finke River, one of the oldest watercourses in the world, into Palm Valley. See spectacular rock formations and relic plants that are unique to Central Australia. On the return journey relax and enjoy watching the changing colours of the magnificent West MacDonnell Ranges. (L)

Day 6: Desert Discovery Tour

This morning spend time with a local Aboriginal guide as we travel to a site of significance to the Arrernte people, on a Desert Discovery Tour. See demonstrations of boomerang and spear throwing, and after a morning tea of billy tea and damper, learn about tribal life, languages, art, dance and music. Touring concludes with a transfer to your hotel or to the airport. Flights must be booked to depart after 11.45am (Note: Airfare not included with this tour).

Departs:   Daily (1 Jun - 28 Oct) Wed, Thu, Sat and Sun (31 Oct - 31 May) from Alice Springs

Returns:   12.00pm to Alice Springs

   Tour Code: AA50

PRICES	Adult	Child	Single Supp †
Per person in AUD$	$ 1120	$976	$495

Concession discount: Deduct $30 from Adult price.

†Single traveller will be required to pay the single supplement.

Join in Ayers Rock 

You can join this tour in Ayers Rock. Flights to arrive prior to 1.00pm, transfers included. Full itinerary and departure details at time of booking.

Code: YA50

7 Days National Parks Explorer - Free Airport Transfer

Highlights   • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park • Learn about Aboriginal Culture

Day 1: Alice Springs

On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel (flights into Alice Springs prior to 1.00pm). Your afternoon Alice Springs town tour includes a visit to the historic Telegraph Station, Royal Flying Doctor Service, School of the Air, the Alice Springs Reptile Centre and panoramic views from Anzac Hill. Accommodation: Alice Springs Resort, 3 nights.

Day 2: West MacDonnell Ranges - Alice Springs Desert Park

Travel through the spectacular West MacDonnell Ranges. Visit Simpsons Gap, Standley Chasm, Ormiston Gorge for swimming (conditions permitting) and a picnic lunch. Later we spend time at the Alice Springs Desert Park. (L)

Day 3: Palm Valley

Today travel by 4WD through rugged countryside to the historical township of Hermannsburg. Continue along the rocky and sandy course of the Finke River into Palm Valley, where you will see a unique desert oasis. (L)

Day 4: Ayers Rock - The Olgas

Travelling south, stop at a camel farm and later view Mt. Conner before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. Afternoon visit to the Olgas (Kata Tjuta) before witnessing sunset over Ayers Rock (Uluru) while enjoying a complimentary glass of wine. Accommodation: Sails in the Desert Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort.

Day 5: Ayers Rock - Kings Canyon

Early start for those who wish to view sunrise over Ayers Rock (tea and coffee included). The climb to the summit is available for the energetic. After exploring the base, stop at the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. Time at leisure before travelling to Kings Canyon Resort. Accommodation: Kings Canyon Resort - Rangeview Rooms.

Day 6: Kings Canyon - Alice Springs

The rocky climb to the rim of the Canyon is for the energetic. Alternatively, you may wish to explore the boulder-strewn Canyon floor. Return to Alice Springs in the early evening. Accommodation: Alice Springs Resort.

Day 7: Desert Discovery Tour

This morning spend time with a local Aboriginal guide as we travel to a site of significance to the Arrernte people, on a Desert Discovery Tour. Morning tea is included (refer to page 37 for details). Touring concludes with a transfer to your hotel or to the airport. Flights must be booked to depart after 11.45am (Note: Airfare not included with this tour).

Departs:   Daily (1 Jun - 30 Oct) Mon, Thu & Sat (1 Nov - 31 May) from Alice Springs

Returns:   12.00pm to Alice Springs

   Tour Code: AA45

Concession discount: Deduct $35 from Adult price.

†Single traveller will be required to pay the single supplement.

Join in Ayers Rock

You can join this tour in Ayers Rock (Alice Springs touring will follow the Desert Discovery Tour on Day 7). Flights to arrive prior to 1.00pm, transfers included. Full itinerary details at time of booking.

Code: YA45