Spirit of the Outback 5 Day

Tour Features

Day 1 - Arrive Alice Springs
Day 2 - West MacDonnell Ranges
Day 3 - Alice Springs to Kings Canyon
Day 4 - King Canyon to Uluru
Day 5 - Kata Tjuta to Alice Springs

What's Included: 5 days touring,
2 breakfasts, 3 Lunches,
4 Refreshments, 4 nights Accommodation, entry fees, Airport or rail meet and greet on arrival, Departure airport transfer at Ayers Rock, Small Group (min 2), On Board Library, Naturalist Guide, Luxury Air conditioned Expedition Vehicle

Departs Monday, Wednesday & Saturday -1.00 pm approx

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Arrive Alice Springs • Day 1

Welcome to Alice Springs! On arrival, you will be met by an Alice Springs Holidays representative for a complimentary transfer to your hotel. Following check in Desert Park Transfers will take you to the Alice Springs Desert Park. Enjoy a relaxing stroll through the 3 major desert habitats, complete with walk through aviaries. The Desert Park is home to the world’s largest nocturnal house and breeding programmes for many endangered species of the Australian bush. Be enthralled by the free flying raptor display at Nature’s Theatre.

Overnight: Lasseters Hotel Alice Springs (or similar)

West MacDonnell Ranges • Day 2

Venture west for a day of panoramic mountain scenery, visiting tranquil waterholes, rocky gorges, dramatic natural gaps and clefts carved from the ranges.  Bird life abounds in the sheltered environment of the mountain valleys and the area is home to the local species of Black footed Rock Wallaby which is regularly sighted.  Swim in the cool waterholes and explore the walking trails with your informative guide on hand to cater to your curiosity.  The Ochre Pits offer a fascinating insight into the many traditional uses of this natural pigment.  Visiting the grave of Flying Doctor pioneer Rev John Flynn provides a poignant reminder of the remoteness of Central Australia and the vastness of this land.  Return to Alice Springs late afternoon.
Overnight: Lasseters Hotel Alice Springs (or similar)
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Refreshments.

Alice Springs to Kings Canyon • Day 3

As we head due west avoiding the hustle and crowds of the main highway, our outback adventure begins with a first hand insight into Aboriginal culture at Wallace Rockhole. Venture into the spirited land of the Western Arrentte people and you are exposed to an expansive living cultural landscape in the company of only a few others. Whether you spend your time learning of the ancient cultures of traditional owners, or exploring the stunning flora and fauna with a local guide, come face to face with this irresistible land, as your senses come alive. Further on, we navigate the track into the comet impact crater called Gosse Bluff to enjoy a picnic lunch beneath the torn battlements of this 140 million yo. phenomena. After our leisurely lunch we venture by outback dirt road along the Red Centre Way before arriving late afternoon at the foot of George Gill Range.
Optional: Under a desert Moon Dinner
Overnight: Kings Canyon Resort.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Refreshments.

Kings Canyon to Uluru • Day 4

We begin our day with an exploration of the majestic Kings Canyon, with a choice of activities. The energetic will find the hike around the Canyon rim a stimulating option, offering panoramic views and in parts steep climbs. Alternatively, experience a gentler stroll through the Canyon floor, amid abundant bird life and ancient cycad plants. Our next stop is Uluru, enroute we enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the expansive landscapes of changing eco systems, vast salt lakes and the mesa-like formation of Mt Connor. Arrive Ayers Rock Resort and check into your hotel. This afternoon we visit the Uluru - Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, followed by an exploratory tour with your guide, of the base of this unique monolith. The crowning touch to the day is a champagne sunset, featuring fine Australian foods and sparkling wine.
Overnight: Ayers Rock Resort.
Included: Lunch, Refreshments.

Kata Tjuta to Alice Springs • Day 5

An early departure to enjoy the morning solitude and tranquillity as the subtle colours of another day dawning, wash over Kata Tjuta (The Olgas). Your guide will take you for an informative walk around the massive domes of Kata Tjuta, a site of significance to the local Anangu people. Hear of the geology, history and ecological significance. We return to the resort in time for lunch (own expense) and your transfer to the airport for your departure and onward flight to your home port or next adventure. Alternatively you may choose to extend your stay at the Ayers Rock Resort or return to Alice Springs arriving late afternoon approx 6pm.