Central Rock And Canyon
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3 days (Alice Springs)
Destinations visited: Australia, Northern Territory, Alice Springs, World
from USD$623
Description
Welcome to the Outback! Central Australia is a place of Dreamtime spirits, endless vistas and intense beauty. Our tour of the mythical Red Centre reveals the true spirit of Aboriginal history and culture. Discover the mystical history of majestic Uluru and marvel at the rugged expanse of Kings Canyon. Experience camping in the Australian Outback in spacious, permanent safari tents. The Dreamtime heritage and splendour of this ancient land will live on in your memories long after this tour has come to and end.
Highlights
- Experience Uluru's mythic beauty.
- Discover the diversity of the Alice Springs region.
- Hike through the dramatic Valley of the Winds.
- Take a 4x4 tour through the Red Centre's rolling plains.
- Watch daybreak over Kata Tjuta.
- Discover a Garden of Eden in the Outback.
- Explore the mighty Kings Canyon.
- Trek the canyon rim at Watarrka.
Itinerary
Day 1 Alice Springs/Uluru (Ayers Rock)
The outback town of Alice Springs is a travel hub for visitors setting off to the explore the sensational range of natural wonders the Red Centre has to offer. An iconic image of outback Australia and a scared site for the local Aboriginal people, Uluru's spectacular colour changes are a wonder to behold.
Day 2 Kata Tjuta (The Olgas)/Kings Canyon
The ancient rock formations of Kata Tjuta (also known as The Olgas) create an amazing landscape of spectacular domes and canyons.
Day 3 Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon)/Alice Springs
The towering sandstone walls of Kings Canyon command breathtaking views of the gorge below and the surrounding desert landscape. Located 1500km from the nearest major city, Alice Springs may be isolated but it still boasts decent restaurants, fascinating Aboriginal art galleries and a lively nightlife.
Group Size
Maximum of 24 travellers per group
Accommodation
Permanent tented camp
Transport
All Terrain vehicle
Important notes
1. The tour commences on day 1 at 6am. Please take this into consideration when booking any flights and accommodation. We recommend you book accommodation in advance for the night prior to the tour commencing. 2. This tour finishes on arrival in Alice Springs on day 3 at around 5pm. Please take this into consideration when booking any flights out of Alice Springs. We recommend you book accommodation in advance to extend your stay here.3. You can join this trip in Uluru on day 1 no later than 2 pm. Please see trip code PISRY for details.
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