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Highlights * Kakadu National
Park * Litchfield National Park * The Ghan
* Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park * Kings
Canyon
Day 1: Darwin
On arrival at Darwin you will be transferred
to your hotel. The afternoon is at your leisure.
You may like to book a sunset cruise on Darwin
Harbour (own expense, see page 44).
Accommodation: Darwin Central Hotel (DRY9F),
Mirambeena Resort (DRY9R) or Melaleuca On Mitchell
(DRY9L), Darwin.
Day 2: 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.
Accommodation: Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn
(DRY9F), Aurora Kakadu (DRY9R) or Kakadu Lodge
(DRY9L). (L)
Day 3: Kakadu - Darwin
This morning stop at Ubirr with a short walk
to view 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. There is time for an optional
scenic flight (own expense) before returning
to Darwin .
Accommodation: Darwin Central Hotel (DRY9F),
Mirambeena Resort (DRY9R) or Melaleuca On Mitchell
(DRY9L), 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 4: Litchfield National Park - Darwin
Leaving Darwin , we follow the Stuart Highway
via the township of Batchelor to Litchfield
National Park . View Florence Falls from a high
vantage point before making your way down to
the plunge pool below with an opportunity to
swim. Travel to Buley Rockhole (when accessible)
where you can take this opportunity to 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 and an optional steady climb through the
monsoon vine forest to the top of the falls.
During the day we stop for a picnic lunch. Stop
to photograph the amazing Termite Mounds. (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 may be arranged.
Day 5: Darwin - The Ghan
You will be transferred to the Darwin railway
station to join The Ghan to Alice Springs .
Sit back and relax from the comfort of the train
as the 'outback' scenery passes by.
Day 6: The Ghan - Alice Springs
On arrival at Alice Springs railway station
you will be transferred to your hotel. In the
afternoon tour the sights of 'The Alice' including
the historic Telegraph Station. Visit the Royal
Flying Doctor Service and learn how this facility
operates to provide a 'Mantle of Safety' to
the people of the 'outback'. Visit the School
of the Air where we may be able to listen to
the children take lessons on air. At the Alice
Springs Reptile Park you will see unique central
Australian reptiles, such as the Perentie Lizard
and Thorny Devil. Finish the day with views
of Alice Springs from the top of Anzac Hill.
Accommodation: Alice Springs Resort (DRY9F),
Aurora Alice Springs (DRY9R) or Alice Springs
Plaza Hotel (DRY9L), Alice Springs .
Day 7: Alice Springs - Uluru (Ayers
Rock)
Travel through the West MacDonnell and James
Ranges . Visit a camel farm where there is time
to take a camel ride (own expense). Stop at
Mt. Ebenezer roadhouse for morning tea (own
expense). Later stop to view majestic Atila
( Mt. Conner ), before arriving at Ayers Rock
Resort. This afternoon tour to Kata Tjuta where
there is time to walk to the Valley of the Winds
Lookout. View a majestic 'outback' sunset and
enjoy a glass of sparkling wine and nibbles.
Travel on to enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner
and stargazing (weather permitting).
Accommodation: Outback Pioneer Budget Rooms
(DRY9L), Outback Pioneer Hotel (DRY9R), Desert
Gardens Hotel (DRY9F), Ayers Rock Resort, 2
nights. (D - Day 7 only)
Day 8: Kings Canyon
An early start this morning to drive through
sand hill country to Kings Canyon stopping for
breakfast at Kings Creek Station (own expense)
along the way. Make the rocky climb to the rim
of the canyon to be rewarded with marvellous
views of Watarrka National Park . The climb
may take up to 3 hours and is for those with
a good level of fitness. Alternatively you may
wish to explore the boulder strewn canyon floor,
an easier walk. After lunch
(own expense) we make our way back to Ayers
Rock Resort.
Note: During the hotter months, part of the
Valley of the Winds walk and the Kings Canyon
rim climb may not be available. Alternative
touring on Day 7 and/or Day 8 may apply.
Day 9: Uluru (Ayers Rock)
This morning there is the option to do the
Uluru Sunrise, Climb and Base Tour (Y18) or
for the non-climbers, the Uluru Sunrise and
Guided Cultural Base Walk (Y41). Both tours
include watching sunrise at Uluru and a visit
to Mutitjulu Waterhole and the Uluru - Kata
Tjuta Cultural Centre. See page 15 for more
itinerary details. In the afternoon you will
be transferred to Ayers Rock Airport for your
flight. Flight (not included) to depart after
1.30pm.
Departs: Sat & Thu (except
21 & 23 Dec) from Darwin
Concludes: At Ayers Rock Airport
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