Wonders of Central Australia

Short Breaks from Alice Springs

Tour Code ARSK
Itinerary Valid 1 Apr. 2012 - 31 Mar. 2013
Trip Duration 7 days
Accommodation Select from one of the packages
Meals 2 meals included

Prices per person from


$1,789 USD


Day 1. Alice Springs Town Tour

Arrive in Alice Springs by midday and transfer to your hotel. Take an afternoon tour of the town before an evening at your leisure.

Stay: Two Nights: Alice Springs - Aurora Alice Springs (Standard), Crowne Plaza (First-Class), The Chifley Alice Springs Resort (Deluxe)

Day 2. West MacDonnell Ranges, Simpsons Gap, Angkerle (Standley Chasm), Desert Park

Tour the West MacDonnell Ranges with a visit to Simpsons Gap. Walk through the narrow cleft at Angkerle. This afternoon visit the Alice Springs Desert Park and learn about Australia’s desert plants and animals. The evening is free to explore Alice Springs. Perhaps join an optional activity.

Daily Meal Included:  • Lunch

Day 3. Mutitjulu, Mala Walk, Uluru (Ayers Rock) Sunset

Depart Alice Springs and enjoy a short stop at the Camel Farm before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. This afternoon visit the Cultural Centre, before joining a guided walk to the waterhole of Mutitjulu then taking the Mala Walk. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine while watching the sunset at Uluru.

Stay: Two Nights: Ayers Rock Resort - Outback Pioneer Hotel (Standard), Desert Gardens Hotel (First-Class), Sails in the Desert (Deluxe)

Day 4. Uluru at Sunrise, Kata Tjuta (Olgas), Sounds of Silence Dinner

Rise early to view Uluru in the first light of day. Drive out to Kata Tjuta. Take a guided walk through Walpa Gorge. This evening enjoy the Sounds of Silence dinner.

Daily Meal Included:  • Dinner

Day 5. Kings Canyon

Enjoy a leisurely morning. Perhaps undertake some of our exciting optional activities. This afternoon travel to Kings Canyon.

Stay: Kings Canyon Wilderness Lodge (DB) or Kings Canyon Resort, Lodge Rooms (Budget, shared facilities), Standard Rooms (Standard/First-Class), Spa Rooms (Deluxe)

Day 6. Kings Canyon Guided Walk, Alice Springs

This morning choose between two guided walks at Kings Canyon. The rim walk takes you up to the canyon rim. Or take the easier canyon floor walk. Travel to Kings Creek Station before continuing to Alice Springs.

Stay: Alice Springs - Aurora Alice Springs (Standard), Crowne Plaza (First-Class), The Chifley Alice Springs Resort (Deluxe)

Day 7. Alice Springs at Leisure

This morning relax or undertake an optional activity (own expense). Transfer to the airport or railway station.

All prices are displayed in US Dollars (USD)

Walk through the 5 metre gap at Angkerle (Stadley Chasm) The impressive Uluru in the heart of Australia APT Australia, Northern Territory Map AKA5 / ARSK 1213

Sightseeing Highlights

  • Take the Alice Springs town tour
  • Admire Uluru (Ayers Rock) at sunset and sunrise
  • Take the Walpa (Olga) Gorge walk
  • Enjoy the Sounds of Silence dinner in the desert
  • Choose from two walks at Kings Canyon

Tour Notes

  • Extra night rates available
  • Includes National Park Fees
  • Land content only
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