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Highlights * Uluru
- Kata Tjuta National Park * Kings
Canyon * The Ghan * Kakadu National Park
* Litchfield National Park
Day 1: Uluru (Ayers Rock)
On arrival at Ayers Rock Airport you will be
transferred to your hotel (flight into Ayers
Rock Airport prior to 1.00pm). This afternoon
join your Driver/Guide for a tour of the base
of Uluru and a guided walk into Mutitjulu
Waterhole. Visit the Uluru - Kata Tjuta
Cultural Centre. View sunset at Uluru
and enjoy nibbles and a glass of wine.
Accommodation: Outback Pioneer Budget Rooms
(YRD9L), Outback Pioneer Hotel (YRD9R), Desert
Gardens Hotel (YRD9F), Ayers Rock Resort.
Day 2: Kata Tjuta (Olgas) -
Kings Canyon
This morning enjoy sunrise at Uluru
(tea, coffee and biscuits included). Travel
out to Kata Tjuta for a guided 2-3 hour
walk through its spectacular domes. The path
is rocky and is for those with a good level
of fitness. The trail leads to a lookout point
with spectacular views deep into the Valley
of the Winds. This afternoon travel to Kings
Canyon Resort.
Accommodation: Kings Canyon Resort - Standard
& First Class (YRD9F, YRD9R) or Kings Canyon
Lodge (YRD9L).
Day 3: Kings Canyon - Alice Springs
This morning join your Guide for the rocky
climb to the rim of magnificent Kings Canyon
which is located in Watarrka National Park (this
is a 3 hour walk and is for those with a good
level of fitness, sturdy footwear required).
Alternatively, you may wish to explore the boulder-strewn
canyon floor, an easier shady walk. There is
time to purchase lunch at Kings Canyon Resort
(own expense) before travelling to Alice Springs
, arriving at approximately 6.30pm.
Accommodation: Alice Springs Resort (YRD9F),
Aurora Alice Springs (YRD9R) or Alice Springs
Plaza Hotel (YRD9L), Alice Springs .
Note: During the hotter months,
the Kings Canyon rim climb may not be available.
Alternative touring including guided walks at
Kathleen Springs and along the Kings Canyon
creek-bed floor may apply.
Day 4: Alice Springs - The Ghan
 Meet members of the local Aboriginal community and learn
about their culture through a wide range of
historic photographs and exhibits. Enjoy demonstrations
of boomerang throwing and learn about traditional
sources for food and medicine. At certain times
of the year there is the opportunity to sample
seasonal bush foods. Following morning tea,
learn about Aboriginal life, languages, art,
and music and enjoy an Aboriginal dance performance.
In the early afternoon you will be transferred
to the Alice Springs railway station to join
The Ghan to Darwin . Sit back and relax from
the comfort of the train as the 'outback' scenery
passes by.
Day 5: The Ghan - Darwin
On arrival at Darwin railway station you will
be transferred to your hotel. The remainder
of the afternoon is at your leisure.
Accommodation: Darwin Central Hotel (YRD9F),
Mirambeena Resort (YRD9R) or Melaleuca On Mitchell
(YRD9L), Darwin.
Day 6: Darwin - Kakadu
Travel deep into Kakadu National Park . Take
a guided walk to view Aboriginal rock art at
Nourlangie Rock. After lunch join the famous
Yellow Water Billabong Cruise to observe saltwater
crocodiles and prolific bird life. Visit the
Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre and view
the informative displays and exhibits.
Accommodation: Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn
(YRD9F), Aurora Kakadu (YRD9R) or Kakadu Lodge
(YRD9L). (L)
Day 7: Kakadu - Darwin
This morning stop at Ubirr with a short walk
to view ancient Aboriginal rock art.
Join the Guluyambi Cruise along the East Alligator River
in search of saltwater crocodiles. We have an
Aboriginal guide with us and with the special
permission of the local people, we will be able
to go ashore in Arnhem Land . Visit the Bowali
Visitor Centre. Take an optional scenic flight
(own expense) over the Arnhem Land Escarpment.
Return to Darwin Accommodation: Darwin Central
Hotel (YRD9F), Mirambeena Resort (YRD9R) or
Melaleuca On Mitchell (YRD9L), Darwin, 2 nights.
(L)
Note: During the months November
to April, access to Ubirr and East Alligator
River is not always possible. Alternative touring
will be arranged.
Day 8: Litchfield National Park - Darwin
Travel from Darwin to Litchfield National Park
. View Florence Falls before walking down the
stairs to the plunge pool below (opportunity
for a swim). We travel to Buley Rockhole (when
accessible) where you can swim in the many rock
pools and also visit Tolmer Falls for a magnificent
view of the water cascading down to the deep
waterhole below. We venture to Wangi Falls for
another opportunity for a swim in the large
crystal clear pool and an optional steady climb
through the monsoon vine forest to the top of
the falls. Stop at the amazing Termite Mounds
before returning to Darwin . (L)
Note: A good level of fitness
is required to access some of the waterfalls.
Seasonal conditions may affect inclusions from
time to time, in which case alternative touring
will be arranged.
Day 9: Darwin
You will be transferred to Darwin airport for
your flight (airfare not included in tour price).
Departs: Fri & Wed at
2.45pm (Apr - 29 Oct) and 3.30pm (30 Oct - Mar,
except 22 & 29 Dec) from Ayers Rock Resort
Concludes: At Darwin Airport
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