Tour: 3-Day Tour from Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Alice Springs via Kings Canyon
Duration: 3 days
Commences: Yulara, Australia
Price: AUD $660.00
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3-Day Tour from Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Alice Springs via Kings Canyon
Discover Uluru, Kings Canyon and Alice Springs on this 3-day tour starting at Ayers Rock and ending in Alice Springs. Explore Australia’s great Central Desert – watch the sunrise over Uluru (Ayers Rock), visit the magnificent Olga Gorge and Kings Canyon, with their beautiful waterholes and dazzling views. Stop off at a huge cattle station and the remote, early telegraph town of Alice Springs.
Itinerary
Day 1: Uluru
Stop At: Ayers Rock Airport, Yulara NT 0872, Australia
On arrival at Ayers Rock Airport you will be transferred to your hotel.
Stop At: Uluru Rd, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory 0872 Australia
This afternoon travel around the base of Uluru in comfort as your Driver Guide provides informative commentary about the numerous sacred sites and geographical features to be found at Uluru.
Stop At: Kuniya Walk, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory Australia
Continue by coach to the Kuniya Walk.
Stop At: Mutitjulu Waterhole, Kuniya Car Park, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory 0872 Australia
Your Driver Guide will escort you to the beautiful Mutitjulu Waterhole. View Aboriginal rock paintings and learn about the area as your Driver Guide points out native flora and explains the Aboriginal and European history of Uluru.
Stop At: Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, Lasseter Highway, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory Australia
Later visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, where you can learn about Aboriginal culture and purchase Aboriginal arts and crafts.
Stop At: Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Red Centre, Northern Territory
In the late afternoon, travel to the Uluru sunset viewing area. Witness the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset while enjoying canapés and a complimentary glass of wine.
Optional Aussie BBQ Dinner:
After sunset, a guide will transfer you to the exclusive barbecue site. The site is within the Uluru National Park, outside the Uluru & Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre set amongst red sand dunes and desert oak trees providing a peaceful desert setting. The site is located far enough away from the resort lights so that there is a clear view of the stars in the southern sky. Once at the site, you will be served a variety of Australian meats and salads, accompanied by a glass of sparkling wine, beer or orange juice (menus are subject to change). After dinner, you will be served tea, coffee and dessert and your guide will conduct a tour of the night sky, describing and pointing out some of the visible constellations with the assistance of a high beam spotlight (weather permitting). Your guide will also explain some Aboriginal stories that relate to the stars before you return to Ayers Rock Resort.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Outback Pioneer Hotel, Desert Gardens Hotel or Sails in the Desert Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort
Day 2: Uluru – Kata Tjuta – Kings Canyon
Stop At: Uluru Rd, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory 0872 Australia
Rise early this morning to travel to the Uluru sunrise viewing area. Watch the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre alight while enjoying a warming cup of tea, coffee or hot chocolate.
Stop At: Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Red Centre, Northern Territory
Then travel to the mystical 36 domes of Kata Tjuta.
Stop At: Walpa Gorge, Kata Tjuta Rd Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory 0872 Australia
On the way enjoy panoramic views of the southern side of Kata Tjuta before arriving at the base of Walpa Gorge. Spend some time exploring the gorge and the unusual conglomerate rock formations. The walking trail through Walpa Gorge follows the natural creek between two of the tallest domes of Kata Tjuta. Time may be available for an optional helicopter flight (own expense).
Pass By: Curtin Springs, Lasseter Highway, Alice Springs, Northern Territory 0872 Australia
Pass through Curtin Springs cattle station.
Pass By: Mount Conner, Petermann NT 0872, Australia
Viewing Atila (Mt. Conner) from the coach.
Pass By: Luritja Road, Luritja Rd, Petermann NT 0872, Australia
After turning off the Lasseter Highway and onto the Luritja Road your Driver/Guide will provide informative commentary about the history of the surrounding cattle stations.
Stop At: Kings Canyon Resort, Luritja Rd, Petermann NT 0872, Australia
In the early afternoon, travel by luxury coach through spectacular desert scenery on your way to Kings Canyon Resort.
After you arrive at Kings Canyon Resort there may be time to view the sun set behind Carmichaels Crag, or attend the award winning ‘Under the Desert Moon’ dinner, exclusive to Kings Canyon Resort (own expense).
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Kings Canyon Resort, Standard Rooms or Kings Canyon Resort, Deluxe Spa Rooms.
Day 3: Kings Canyon – Alice Springs
Stop At: Watarrka National Park, Via Luritja Road Or Via Larapinta Drive, Northern Territory Australia
This morning join a guided climb to the rim of the canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park. Follow the rim of the canyon stopping to look down into the canyon gorge at look-out points.
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Stop At: Kings Canyon, Kings Canyon, Red Centre, Northern Territory
Time permitting, you may choose to descend into the green oasis of the ‘Garden of Eden’. The rim walk takes approximately 3 hours to complete and is rocky and steep in parts. It is recommended for those with a good level of fitness. Alternatively, you may wish to take an easier, shorter walk to explore the boulder strewn canyon floor.
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Stop At: Kings Creek Station, Stuart Highway NT, Kings Canyon, Northern Territory 0872 Australia
Stop at Kings Creek Station to purchase lunch (own expense) and take some time to explore this working cattle station. Travel through beautiful desert landscapes on your way to Alice Springs.
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Stop At: Erldunda Roadhouse, Stuart Hwy & Lasseter Hwy, Erldunda NT 0872, Australia
Stop at Erldunda Roadhouse for the opportunity to purchase afternoon tea (own expense).
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Stop At: Alice Springs, Alice Springs, Red Centre, Northern Territory
Continue on to Alice Springs along the Stuart Highway, as the sun sets in the west over the rugged plains.
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No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
