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Simply one of the
best value 6 day accommodated tours in the Red
Centre. Explore Uluru (Ayers Rock) see the great
itinerary with Mutitjulu and Kantju Gorge and
enjoying a champagne
sunset overlooking Uluru.
Also to Kata Tjuta (Olgas) and Kings Canyon -
The lost city a exploring 3 hrs walk.
Our itinerary includes
Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Ayers Rock Resort
at Yulara. A highlight (permitting) is to Wallace
Rockhole aboriginal community and then to Gosse
Bluff (Tnorala). Days 5 and 6 see us exploring
Finke Gorge
National Park,
Palm Valley, Cycad Gorge, Hermannsburg,
Standley
Chasm, the Ochre Pits, Ellery Creek, Ormiston
Gorge and all in
a sSmall group with our informative guide.
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| Tour
Name: |
6
Days - Red Centre Getaway |
| Tour
Code: |
CHASP-CH6S
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| Departs: |
Alice
Springs |
| Finishes: |
Alice
Springs |
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Departure
Dates:
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Departs:
Daily upon arrival in Alice Springs |
| Return
Time: |
Concludes: Alice
Springs 5.30pm
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Tour
Prices: Aud $
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Class
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Adult
Twin
Share
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Adult
Sole
Use
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Child
(8-12
yrs)
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Type
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Low
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High
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Low
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High
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Low
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High
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CH6S
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$1645
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$1754
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$2086
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$2251
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$1316
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$1403
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| Season:
01st
April till 31st March 2010 |
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Hotel
- Standard Hotel Rooms
Voyages
Alice Springs Resort Standard: Lost
Camel or similar (Outback Pioneer Hotel)
Alice Springs:
Voyages Alice Springs Resort Standard
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| Low
Season: 1 April 2009 - 30 June 2009 &
1 December 2009 - 31 March 2010. |
| High
Season: 1 July 2009 - 30 November 2009
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| Note:
Please nominate accommodation Hotel or Lodge
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| Note:
All prices are in Australian Dollars (includes
10% GST) |
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| Rates: |
NB: Persons travelling alone must pay
the sole use rate.
All persons travelling
alone must pay sole use price - Child prices applicable
when sharing with 2 full fare adults.
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| Discounts: |
Specials:
Book here and-
receive a 5% earlybird discount. |
| Tour
Vehicle: |
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2WD
or 4WD - Toyota Coaster mini-bus -
(max 22 seats) front facing air-conditioned
vehicle.
All touring
vehicles are customised for outback travel
and are fully air-conditioned with satellite
communication, enabling comfortable and
rewarding access to all corners of Central
Australia. Other suitable vehicles may be
used from time to time when appropriate.
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| Min
Numbers: |
4 |
| Max
Numbers: |
22 |
| Suitability: |
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Maximum
Walks: Hikes up to 6-8kms per day. A reasonable
level of fitness is required as there will
be some walking to view places of interest.
Suitable
for soft adventures with a passion for bushwalking
and exploring. Resonably fit and active
people - predominantly 25-65 years of age.
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| Other
Information: |
Not recommended for children under 8 or adults over
75 years.
Please contact us for further information. |
| Staying: |
See itinerary for options |
| To
Bring: |
Ticket
Tour E-Ticket
Touring
Casual comfortable clothing is recommended for
day wear,
Camera and film
Hat
Closed walking shoes (essential), open footwear
(optional),
Sunscreen, mosquito repellent,
Personal Toiletries,
Towel, swimming gear,
Water bottle (1.5 litre), alcohol(cheaper from
town),
Warm layered clothing for winter, light loose
clothing for summer.
Several changes including warm clothes for early
morning and evenings are recommended
Maximum weight of all luggage is 20kg (44lbs)
- recommended 20kg bag and small day pack minimal
luggage please. See further notes below.
Night
Time
Neat casual dress and shoes is required
for some restaurants.
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Included: |
Hotel pickups
6 days, 5 nights
accommodation
5 days touring as
indicated
4 lunches
Uluru
Champagne Sunset
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| Not
Included: |
Entry Fees Day 2 as per itinerary
Park fees additional $25 for Adult
Wallace Rockhole entry fee $16 for Adult
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Places
Of Interest |
| Day
1 |
Free afternoon to explore Alice and the town many
attractions |
| Day
2 |
Wallace Rockhole, an aboriginal community and join
the rock art tour.
Explore Gosse Bluff (Tnorala), a comet impact crater
130 million years old.
Mereenie Wilderness
Area |
| Day
3 |
Kings Canyon, with time to explore the Garden of
Eden
Uluru - Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre
Informative base
tour of Ayers Rock (Uluru)
Mutitjulu and Kantju
Gorge
Enjoying
a champagne sunset overlooking Uluru.
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4 |
The Olgas (Kata Tjuta) -
Sunrise at
the Sand Dune Lookout (Kata Tjuta Viewing Area).
The impressive
southern aspect of the formation.
Walpa Walk - Mt
Olga and Mt Walpa at The Olgas (Kata Tjuta)
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Finke Gorge National Park
Palm Valley
Cycad Gorge
Hermannsburg
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| Day
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The Twin Gums painted by Albert Namatjira a famous
aboriginal artist.
Standley Chasm
Ochre Pits
Ellery Creek
Ormiston
Gorge
Flynns Grave
Small
group with guide
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Itinerary - 6 Day Red Centre
Getaway
Day 1 Arrive Alice Springs
Free afternoon to explore Alice (optional touring available)
Accom: Voyages Alice Springs Resort Standard
Day 2 Alice to Kings Canyon
( L - Lunch)
Avoiding the crowds, we travel along Larapinta Drive to Wallace
Rockhole, an aboriginal community and join the rock art tour.
Explore Gosse Bluff (Tnorala), a comet impact crater 130 million
years old. Learn of its aboriginal significance in this unique
natural environment. Further to the south we cross through
Katapata Gap and the Mereenie Wilderness Area to the top of
the jump-up, where we have an uninterrupted view of the George
Gill Range and Carmichaels Crag (pay
own entry fees - Wallace Rochole)
Accom: Voyages Kings Canyon Resort Standard
Day 3 Kings Canyon Ayers
Rock (Uluru) ( L - Lunch)
This morning a climb to the rim of Kings Canyon, with time
to explore the Garden of Eden, wonder at the exquisite environment
of the George Gill Range. Enroute through vast cattle stations
to Yulara we stop at Mt Connor Lookout (often mistaken for
Ayers Rock). This afternoon we visit the Uluru - Kata Tjuta
Cultural Centre, before an informative base tour of Ayers
Rock (Uluru), including Mutitjulu and Kantju Gorge before
enjoying a champagne sunset overlooking Uluru. (pay
own entry fees - Uluru National park adult entyr fee)
Accom: Voyages Ayers Rock Resort The Lost Camel
Day 4 The Olgas (Kata Tjuta)
to Alice
Early morning we head off to the west to explore The Olgas
(Kata Tjuta). In the serenity of the cool morning air, we
view Kata Tjuta from the top of the sand dune lookout before
exploring some of the deep canyon like valleys which are full
of life and colour upon returning to Yulara in time to investigate
the Visitor Centre prior to our afternoon journey to Alice
Springs.
Accom: Voyages Alice Springs Resort Standard (2 nights)
Day 5 Palm Valley ( L -
Lunch)
Explore the Finke Gorge National Park and Palm Valley. Enjoy
a leisurely stroll along Palm Creek absorbing the ambience
of this desert oasis. A more vigorous option is a climb to
the top of the valley walls. Cycad Gorge offers an impressive
cliff display of these rare plants, Kalarranga Lookout affords
an impressive view of the amphitheatre, a site of significance
for the local Aranda people. Hermannsburg is our next stop,
time to explore this historical mission and stroll amongst
the buildings in awe at the achievements in a hostile environment.
Tour the gallery of the famous water colour artists of Hermannsburg.
View the works of the father of this water colour art style
Albert Namatjira. Purchase genuine works of art and artifacts
of the sons and daughters of Hermannsburg.
Return to Alice Springs late afternoon.
Day 6 West MacDonnell Ranges
( L - Lunch)
A day of spectacular mountain scenery, wildlife and waterholes.
Visit Flynns Grave, view The Twin Gums painted by Albert
Namatjira a famous aboriginal water colour artist. Explore
Standley Chasm a rare geological formation of two opposing
red rock faces. The Ochre Pits are a significant traditional
source of ochre for ceremonies as we gain a panoramic view
of the beginning of one of the oldest rivers in the world
at the Finke River Lookout. Swim in an outback waterhole at
Ellery Creek and explore Ormiston Gorge a permanent waterhole
set amongst deep ravines and peaked mountains before returning
to the Alice via Simpsons Gap.
Tour concludes: approx 5.30pm.
General Area Information
Reference site: http://www.macdonnellranges.com/
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Please
Note: Child
Policy
Persons
under the age of 5 years are considered to be infants and will
require a seat of their own on extended tours.
A
nominal charge will be made - please contact Centre Highlights
with details.
Persons
5 years to 12 years are considered to be children when sharing
with a minimum of two adults.
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Please Note:
Program
This
package is made up of 3 individual tours; therefore you may
travel with a different guide and passengers during each section.
The above program should only
be used as a guideline and tour guides may change programs
at their discretion to suit the specific interests of their
group.
Tour programs may vary due to seasonal closures.
Itinerary
may vary and/or attractions be substituted due to seasonal
conditions, weather extremes, Tradtional owner and national
park requirements.
The above program should only be used as a guideline and
tour guides may change programs at their discretion to suit
the specific interests of their group.
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Please
Note: Luggage
Maximum weight of all luggage is 20kg (44lbs). Alternative
arrangements can be made for excess luggage and all luggage
is carried at 'owners risk'. Centre Highlights accepts no responsibility
for loss, damage or otherwise of luggage. |
Please
Note: Images
© Inhouse Graphics Goholi Copyright Protected - copy, alteration
or reproduction is strictly prohited
© Photo's Courtesy NTTC
© Photo's Courtesy - private collections including the RAB
© Collection - copy, alteration or reproduction is strictly
prohited
© Photo's Courtesy Alice Springs Holidays Group |
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