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Enjoy the highlights of the Red Centre. Relax and appreciate an Uluru sunrise and sunset. Explore and connect with the natural wonders of Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon.
Departs
Daily, Alice Springs
7.00am
Returns
Day 4, Alice Springs
7.00pm (Oct-Mar)
7.30pm (Apr-Sep)
As this Short Break departs at 7.00am, accommodation will need to be pre-booked for the previous night.
Depart Alice Springs, stopping at a camel farm, and learn about the impact camels had in opening up Central Australia. There’s also the opportunity to ride one of these ‘ships of the desert’ (own expense). View Atila (Mt. Conner) before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort.
This afternoon travel to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Marvel at the unique flora and witness a magnificent outback sunset while enjoying sparkling wine.
Hotel: Outback Pioneer Hotel , Desert Gardens Hotel or Sails in the Desert Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights.
Watch the gorgeous sunrise at Uluru, then travel to Kata Tjuta and on to Walpa Gorge. Spend time exploring the gorge and its unusual rock formations. This afternoon join your Driver Guide for a drive around the base of Uluru. Continue to the Kuniya Walk, where you’ll be escorted to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. View ancient rock art and learn about the Aboriginal and European history of Uluru. Visit the Uluru– Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre.
Late afternoon witness the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset with nibbles and sparkling wine. After sunset, join us under the stars at our exclusive venue. Enjoy sparkling wine then dine on a menu of steak, lamb sausages, chicken skewers, prawns and a selection of fresh salads and a tasty dessert. There’s time for stargazing too (weather permitting).
Included Meals: Dinner
After a morning at leisure, drive through spectacular desert scenery on your way to Kings Canyon Resort. After turning off the Lasseter Highway and on to the Luritja Road your Driver Guide will provide commentary about the surrounding cattle area.
Hotel: Kings Canyon Resort, Standard Rooms or Kings Canyon Resort, Deluxe Spa Rooms, Kings Canyon.
Climb to the rim of Kings Canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park or you may wish to explore the boulder-strewn canyon creek bed, an easier, shady walk.
Travel back to Alice Springs, where your short break concludes.
As this Short Break concludes after 7.00pm, accommodation will need to be pre-booked for the night.
Choose from a range of accommodation standards below. AAT Kings has hand-picked a range of hotels in key destinations to suit all kinds of budgets and we’ve pre-negotiated amazing prices for you.
Outback Pioneer Hotel
The Outback Pioneer Hotel provides comfortable, clean accommodation for the traveller who is simply looking for somewhere to rest between their outback adventures.
Standard Rooms are comfortable and spacious and feature one queen and one single bed. All rooms have private en suite, television and movies on demand.
Kings Canyon Resort, Standard Rooms
The comfortable Standard Rooms offer spacious Kings Canyon accommodation with a separate en suite bathroom with shower/bath. Rooms feature either two double beds or one queen bed. Interconnecting rooms are also available.
Desert Gardens Hotel
Voyages Desert Gardens Hotel is centrally located to all resort and touring facilities and offers a range of accommodation, from shaded poolside rooms to deluxe rooms overlooking the desert.
Kings Canyon Resort, Standard Rooms
The comfortable Standard Rooms offer spacious Kings Canyon accommodation with a separate en suite bathroom with shower/bath. Rooms feature either two double beds or one queen bed. Interconnecting rooms are also available.
Sails in the Desert Hotel
In the heart of Australia's Red Centre, the hotel beautifully contrasts Uluru's raw natural beauty with a luxurious outback holiday experience.
Soaring white sails crown Ayers Rock Resort's Sails in the Desert Hotel, shading 228 luxury five star rooms and suites.
Please Note: There will be refurbishments between 25 Jan - 26 Jun 2019, and 4 Nov 2019 - 30 Jun 2020. Sails in the Desert will be working to ensure there is minimal disturbance and impact to its operation and guests.
Kings Canyon Resort, Deluxe Spa Rooms
Set in a prime location and nestled in amongst a rugged bush setting, these rooms offer deluxe accommodation with a spacious spa bath and feature a window providing scenic views. Each Deluxe Spa Room also features a private balcony offering a magnificent outlook onto a rocky escarpment that is tastefully lit at night.
Need accommodation before or after your tour?
Our special discounted rates make booking accommodation with us during your holiday both easy and affordable at selected AAT Kings hotels and resorts. Find out more
- Accommodation
- Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park Ticket
- Experienced Driver Guide
- Comprehensive commentary
- Travel in an air-conditioned coach
- Return airport transfers - flight details to be provided 14 days prior to tour departure date
Prices above may vary according to your departure date.
What to Bring
- Enclosed walking shoes
- Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen
- Water bottle to hold 3 litres for the Rim Walk or 1.5 litres for the Creek Bed Walk
- Warm layers in cooler months
- Flynet in summer months (optional)
- Cash if purchasing Aboriginal artwork
- Snacks for breakfast (Day 2)
Fitness Requirements
- Uluru: Low level of fitness required. Approximately 1 hour gentle walk
- Kata Tjuta: Moderate level of fitness required. Uneven surfaces to complete Walpa Gorge walk
- Guests can return to the coach at any time if needed
- Kings Canyon: Good level of fitness required for the 3 hour canyon Rim Walk
- Low to moderate level of fitness required for the canyon Creek Bed Walk
Dining
- Dinner (1)
Flight Information
- Day Prior: Flights to arrive anytime into Alice Springs Airport
- Day 4: We recommend guests to fly out the day after the tour finishes in Alice Springs
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