Tour Code: ASKA
Tour Duration: 5 Days
Itinerary
Welcomed on arrival in Alice Springs by midday for transfer to your hotel. This afternoon, enjoy a town tour of 'The Alice', including the historic Telegraph Station. See the generally dry Todd River 'running' through town. Take in panoramic views over the township and of the West MacDonnell Ranges from atop Anzac Hill. Visit the School of the Air and the base of the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Accommodation: Alice Springs, choice of hotel.
Day 2. Camel Farm, Mt Conner, Ayers Rock Resort,
Departing 'The Alice' for Uluru (Ayers Rock), stop at the Outback Camel Farm
and perhaps ride on a camel (own expense). View the Mt Conner mesa in the
distance before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. Tonight, experience the
'Sounds of Silence' as you dine on the finest cuisine in the solitude of the
desert. Watching the sunset, listen to the haunting tones of the didgeridoo
and later, enjoy a guided astronomy tour of the spectacular night sky.
Two Night Stay: Ayers Rock Resort, choice of hotel. (D)
Day 3. Uluru, Kata Tjuta (Olgas)
Witness Uluru at sunrise while enjoying a revitalising tea or coffee. Walk
to the waterhole of Mutitjulu, a former hunting ground and sacred site. Join
the fascinating Mala Walk, your guide explaining the ancient rock art and
significance of features in the landscape. Journey to Kata Tjuta and a walk
into Olga Gorge. Return to Uluru for complimentary drinks at sunset.
Day 4. Ayers Rock Resort, Kings Canyon
The morning is at leisure to enjoy the resort's facilities or perhaps
undertake an exciting optional activity. Travel through the vast desertscape
to Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park.
Accommodation: Kings Canyon, choice of hotel.
Day 5. Kings Canyon Rim Walk, Alice Springs
Enjoy a guided walk to the rim of Kings Canyon for spectacular views or
perhaps take an easier walk along the canyon floor. This afternoon visit an
Outback cattle station and see kangaroos. Arrive in Alice Springs at
approximately 6.30 p.m.
Departures
Itinerary valid 1 April 2004 to 31 March 2005
1 April 2004 to 31 March 2005
Every Day
Highlights
• Choice of walks at Kings Canyon
• Admire the magnificent colours of Uluru (Ayers Rock) at sunset and sunrise
• Join an Olga Gorge walk, Kata Tjuta (Olgas)
• Enjoy the 'Sounds of Silence' desert dinner
• Visit a camel farm and the operating cattle property of Kings Creek Station
• Take the Alice Springs town tour
• Join the guided Mala Walk
Additional Information
• Deluxe; Sails in the Desert Hotel
• First-Class; Desert Gardens Hotel
• Standard; Outback Pioneer Hotel or The Lost Camel or Emu Walk Apartments
• Budget; Outback Pioneer Lodge
Ayers Rock Options:
• Sounds of Silence Dinner VERY POPULAR
• Motorcycle Tours Around Uluru (Ayers Rock)
• Camel to Sunrise/Camel to Sunset
• Helicopter Uluru (Ayers Rock)
• Uluru (Ayers Rock) Aussie Barbecue
Choice of Accommodation Kings Canyon:
• Deluxe; Kings Canyon Resort - Deluxe Spa Rooms
• First-Class & Standard; Kings Canyon Resort
• Budget; Kings Canyon Lodge
Kings Canyon Options: Sounds of Firelight Dinner
Choice of Accommodation Alice Springs:
• Deluxe; Alice Springs Resort - Rivergum Rooms Desert Gardens Hotel
• First-Class; Crowne Plaza Alice Springs
• Standard; Novotel Outback Alice Springs or Alice Springs Resort - Palm Court Rooms
• Budget; Aurora Alice Springs