Begin your adventure by flying into Alice Springs. Explore the stunning Ormiston Gorge and West MacDonnell Ranges before enjoying a bush-style BBQ and a visit to the remarkable Standley Chasm. Next, visit the Royal Flying Doctors Service and Kings Creek Station on your way to Kings Canyon, where you'll immerse yourself in cultural experiences. From there, head to Yulara (Uluru) to experience the awe-inspiring sunset and sunrise over Kata Tjuta (The Olgas). Trek with camels around Uluru and take in breathtaking aerial views before indulging in a once-in-a-lifetime dining experience at the Sounds of Silence under the Southern night skies. Conclude your journey in the heart of the nation before flying home.
13 May 2025 3 June 2025 15 July 2025
18 Meals 5 Eco Experiences 5 Cultural/Heritage & Indigenous Experiences
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13 May 2025
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Flights are arranged to suit the tour as a group in advance, therefore we cannot book individual preferences or guarantee direct flights.
Economy class flights are included at time of brochure release and are subject to price increase/availability.
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Deposit of $1300pp required within 14 days of making booking to secure your reservation.
Flights are arranged to suit the tour as a group in advance, therefore we cannot book individual preferences or guarantee direct flights.
Economy class flights are included at time of brochure release and are subject to price increase/availability.
Select the GGP option to help reduce pressures on our natural environment and get a reduced price off your tour.
SAVE: $20PP TWIN SHARE OR $40 SOLE USE
Our Carbon Neutral flights arrive into Alice Springs where we board a third-party coach, travelling responsibly knowing all coach emissions are 100% offset. Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure.
We start our day with stunning panoramic views of Alice Springs and the surrounding outback landscape from Anzac Hill Lookout, followed by a visit to the historic Outback Telegraph Station, the birthplace of Alice Springs. We then head to the Women’s Museum of Australia and Old Gaol Alice Springs to explore the exhibits showcasing stories of women in Australian history and culture, continuing then to the Royal Flying Doctor Service Museum. Our afternoon finishes with an authentic bush BBQ experience. Enjoy traditional Australian BBQ dishes amidst the outback scenery while listening to a local bush balladeer sing songs and tell stories that celebrate the spirit of life and survival in this harsh land.
Today we discover the West MacDonnell Ranges. We begin our day with a guided stroll through Ormiston Gorge, where you will experience the rugged beauty of the landscape. Next we have opportunity to cool off with a swim at the picturesque waterhole Ellery Creek Big Hole. Enjoy lunch at Standley Chasm with a self-guided walk through this striking geological formation, known for its dramatic rock walls. Afterward we embark on a guided walk at Simpson Gap and finally, capturing a memorable photo at Flynn’s Grave.
Departing Alice Springs, our journey takes us to Erldunda Roadhouse for an early lunch. Following this we delve into an enriching Aboriginal Cultural Experience. This evening we settle into Kings Canyon Resort, and immerse in the Light Towers by Night, a sound and light installation enhancing the natural beauty of our surroundings.
This morning we embark on a scenic walk along the canyon that follows Kings Creek. Afterward, we make our way to Kings Creek Station for morning tea, continuing our journey through Central Australia to Curtain Springs for lunch before arriving for our stay in Yulara.
Start the morning with a once-in-a-lifetime experience by witnessing the Field of Light, followed by the magnificent colours of sunrise over Uluru. Next, we take a guided walk to the Mutitjulu Waterhole and continue along to the Mala Walk. We then travel around the base of Uluru as our local guide tells stories about the numerous sacred sites. Next, our adventure has us climbing into the saddle for a camel trek adventure which offers another unique way to take in the sights of Uluru and Kata Tjuta (the Olgas).
**Lunch is at your own expense today.
This morning we enjoy the thrill of taking an aerial tour of Australia’s Red Centre during a scenic helicopter flight showcasing the famous landmarks of Uluru and Kata Tjuta. This afternoon, we make our way to Maruku Arts for a dot painting workshop under the expert guidance of local Indigenous artists. Learn about the symbols and painting styles used to create beautiful works of art depicting the Creation time (Tjukurpa) stories. Tonight, toast the beauty of Uluru as you watch the sun’s dwindling rays light the rock up one final time before dining under a million stars. At the Sounds of Silence specialty dinner, we indulge with a gourmet dinner of Australian delicacies washed down with fine Australian wines, then sit back and relax and learn about the Southern Night Skies.
**Lunch is at your own expense today.
After a leisurely breakfast this morning, we make our way to Ayers Rock Airport for our respective Carbon Neutral flights home.
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Australia's Top End and the Kimberley await with adventures to be had, dreamtime culture to enlighten and glorious nature to explore. Marvel at the termite mounds of Litchfield National Park, see Rock Art and cruise the Yellow Water wetlands in Kakadu, discover Katherine Gorge and the Ord River, soar above the Bungle Bungles, see the Derby Boab Tree for yourself, then finish with a camel ride on stunning Cable Beach.
This epic adventure into the heart of the Red Centre starts with 2 nights in Darwin visiting Litchfield National Park, Florence Falls and Wangi Falls. We then board the legendary Ghan for a unique and epic experience exploring the wonders of Australia’s vast interior. Spending 3 nights in Gold Service we start with a spectacular outback sunrise as we arrive into Alice Springs. Then stopping 'in the middle of nowhere' at Manguri then on to the sunscorched opal mining capital of the world - Coober Pedy. We then discover a dramatic change in landscape as we make our way for the beautiful green fields and pastoral lands of South Australia into Adelaide.
This epic adventure heads into the heart of the Red Centre starts with 1 night in Adelaide before travelling overnight in Gold Service onboard the mighty Ghan. Enjoy a night in Alice Springs visiting the West MacDonnell Ranges, then see the wonders of Uluru with 3 nights at Yulara including the stunning Sounds of Silence dinner. Re-board the Ghan for another night before finishing with 1 night in Darwin.
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Our coach tours have a baggage restriction of 17kg per person (regardless of flight and rail allowances) due to our Occupational Health & Safety standards. You can also bring one small, soft carry-on bag not exceeding 30cm wide, 30cm high, and 15cm thick that may be stowed in the overhead compartment.
Each of our tours has a fitness rating which describes the level of physical activity involved with the tour. These ratings are very important when choosing your tour to ensure it's right for you. Our fitness ratings are:
Our Gold Class coaches have a seat capacity of between 44 and 46, but we cap Gold Class tours at 40 guests per tour. Our Diamond Class tours have a capacity of just 26 guests. Other tour types may have different capacities depending on the transport and destination. Please get in touch with our team if you have any questions about a specific tour.
In most cases, yes we can. We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and can assist with diabetic, gluten-free and other medically-recommended diets. Please advise us at time of booking, and we can confirm with our suppliers and restaurants.
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