Attributes

States: NT
Regions: Central Australia
Themes: History & Heritage, Aboriginal Culture
Days: 7

AUSTRALIA'S RED CENTRE

CENTRAL AUSTRALIA

Central Australia, as we call it, is a vast ancient area of semi desert, grasslands, mountain ranges and spinifex slopes, divided down the middle by the mighty Stuart Highway. It is at the heart of our continent and has been of great interest to visitors since the first European explorers, Charles Sturt and John McDouall Stuart. Our tour takes us through Port Augusta to Coober Pedy, Ayers Rock/Uluru, Kings Canyon, Alice Springs and many other outback centres. To most people the highlight will... [view more] Central Australia, as we call it, is a vast ancient area of semi desert, grasslands, mountain ranges and spinifex slopes, divided down the middle by the mighty Stuart Highway. It is at the heart of our continent and has been of great interest to visitors since the first European explorers, Charles Sturt and John McDouall Stuart. Our tour takes us through Port Augusta to Coober Pedy, Ayers Rock/Uluru, Kings Canyon, Alice Springs and many other outback centres. To most people the highlight will be “the Rock”. Rising 348 meters from the red desert sands and with a girth of 9.4ks, Ayers Rock is the world’s largest monolith (single stone). Daily, thousands of visitors from all over the world are drawn to experience its mystical impact, to see the changing colours from red to orange to lilac and to learn about its role in the Tjukurpa (the Creation stories and Laws) of the ancient Aboriginal culture.
Overview
Days:

Day 1

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Arrive Alice Springs


On arrival in Alice Springs we check into our hotel read more...

Accommodation
Lasseters Hotel Casino Aurora Alice Springs
 Meals
Dinner

Day 2

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Alice Springs


Breakfast followed by a tour of "the Alice". We start with a visit to ANZAC Hill for panoramic views of the town and the surrounding area. Next is a visit to the Old Telegraph... read more...

Accommodation
Lasseters Hotel Casino Aurora Alice Springs
 Tourist Attractions
 Meals
Breakfast
Dinner

Day 3

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Western MacDonnell Ranges


This morning we follow Namatjira Drive as we travel into the Western McDonnell Ranges on our way to Glen Helen. The views are spectacular especially on a sunny day as the early... read more...

Accommodation
Lasseters Hotel Casino Aurora Alice Springs
 Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Day 4

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Alice Springs to Kings Canyon


This morning we travel along one of the most scenic desert roads in the country – the Mereenie Loop Road that connect the old Hermannsburg Mission, located beyond the Western... read more...

Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Day 5

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Kings Canyon to Uluru National Park


An early start this morning so we can have as much time as possible at Ayers Rock, Uluru National Park and Yulara. As we travel south and then west through the desert country... read more...

Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Day 6

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Uluru National Park


For the very early risers, the coach will make an early departure to the Sunrise Viewing Area to experience the first glimpse of the day. For the adventurous, the coach will... read more...

Meals
Breakfast
Dinner

Day 7

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Heading Home


After breakfast we transfer to the airport for our flight home to complete what should be a memorable week, or continue our tour by coach. read more...

Meals
Breakfast

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