Stop at the Telegraph Station, established in 1872 to relay messages between Darwin and Adelaide and the Royal Flying Doctor Service, which provides a ‘mantle of safety’ to the people of the outback. Visit the School of the Air, an educational service for children living in remote areas and Alice Springs Reptile Centre. Conclude with a panoramic view of Alice Springs from Anzac Hill.

Discover the highlights of the Red Centre. Explore the interesting town of Alice Springs, Kata Tjuṯa and the physical red heart of outback Australia, Uluṟu. Witness the unforgettable outback sunrise and sunset and be immersed in the rich culture of the region.

Depart Alice Springs through the West MacDonnell and James Ranges. Visit a camel farm where there’s time to take a short camel ride (own expense). Pause to view majestic Atila (Mt. Conner), a significant sacred site, often mistaken for Uluru, before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort.

Take in the must-see sights of ‘The Alice’. Observe the breathtaking changing colours of an Uluru sunrise and sunset and explore the sacred Aboriginal culture and history of Uluru.

Be captivated by the highlights of the Red Centre. Witness the striking outback sunset at Uluru and take in marvellous views of Kings Canyon on a rim climb or canyon floor walk.

Be amazed by the sights that the Red Centre has to offer. Tour the town of Alice Springs and walk among the rock formations at Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon. Take in the beauty of the region and witness an unforgettable Uluru sunrise and sunset.

Revealing sprawling red desert landscapes, turquoise tropical waters and buzzy cosmopolitan cities, this diverse journey is one that ticks all the boxes. Wander through Melbourne’s lively cobblestoned laneways, share a gourmet barbecue with a local family in Alice Springs, and feel the heartbeat of the ancient Red Centre. Snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef and cruising on Sydney’s spectacular harbour are more of the iconic experiences you’ll enjoy.

From Melbourne, through the Red Centre, on to tropical Cairns and Sydney, you’ll see Phillip Island’s famous little penguins, discover ancient Uluru and Kata Tjuta, snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef and float high above the canopy to Kuranda on board Skyrail Cableway. All this is topped off with a visit to spectacular Sydney!

Travel through desert scenery to Alice Springs. Enjoy comprehensive commentary of your surrounds as you pass through the rugged outback. View majestic Atila (Mt. Conner) along the way. Stop at Erldunda Roadhouse where there is the opportunity to purchase afternoon tea (own expense). Travel North along the Stuart Highway before arriving at Alice Springs.

Travel through desert scenery to Kings Canyon Resort. Pass through Curtin Springs and view Atila (Mt. Conner). After turning off the Lasseter Highway and onto Luritja Road your Driver Guide will provide commentary about the history of the surrounding cattle stations. Arrive at Kings Canyon Resort before dusk. You may have time to view sunset behind Carmichaels Crag to finish off the day.