This three day independent coach tour includes the highlights of the Red Centre. Travel by luxury coach from Ayers Rock to Kings Canyon and Alice Springs.

Experience the majesty of Ayers Rock and The Olgas and have the opportunity to walk around rim of the magnificent Kings Canyon. Includes a choice of accommodation at the Ayers Rock Resort.

Schedule Details

Departure Dates:

Daily

Unavailable Dates:

• December 25 (Christmas Day)

Departure Point:

You are met on arrival at Ayers Rock Airport on Day 1 and transferred to your accommodation

Departure Time:

Tour starts on your arrival at Ayers Rock on Day 1
Flights must arrive by 1:00pm

Return details:

Tour concludes in Alice Springs at approximately 6:15pm on Day 3

Hotel Pickup:

Hotel pick up is available from centrally located hotels. Please advise your full hotel name and address at time of booking.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Kata Tjuta - Uluru

Welcomed on arrival at Ayers Rock Airport prior to 1.00pm and transfer to your hotel. This afternoon drive out to Kata Tjuta, a magnificent cluster of 36 domes which dominates the western skyline of the park. Enjoy the opportunity to join a walk into Walpa (Olga) Gorge, where some of the plants are so rare that they are only found in and around these distinct sandstone monoliths. Tales of the Tjukurpa (Dreamtime) period are closely linked to the domes of Kata Tjuta. Stop and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine with our compliments as you watch the ever changing colours of Uluru.

Overnight Accommodation:

Standard Hotel - Outback Pioneer OR The Lost Camel
First Class Hotel - Desert Gardens OR Emu Walk Apartments
Deluxe Hotel - Sails in the Desert

Day 2: Uluru - Uluru Base Tour - Kings Canyon

Rise early and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee as the day's first light strikes Uluru. With the sun still climbing, take a guided walk to Mutitjulu waterhole. See cave paintings and hear the legends of Kuniya Tjukurpa (Python Dreaming). Tour the base of Uluru before joining your guide and learn about the geology and flora of the region on the Mala Walk. Explore Kantju Gorge before visiting the Cultural Centre and Maruku Arts and Craft Cooperative to see Aboriginal artists at work. Alternatively, you can forgo the Guided Mutitjulu & Mala walks to climb Uluru and stand 348 metres above the desert floor. This afternoon journey to Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park.

Overnight Accommodation: Kings Canyon Resort

Day 3: Kings Canyon Walk, Alice Springs

Enjoy a guided walk to the rim of Kings Canyon and through the 'Lost City' and 'Garden of Eden' (requires a good degree of fitness). An alternative walk along the canyon floor is available. This afternoon travel via Kings Creek Station to Alice Springs, returning approximately 6:30pm.

Additional Information

Inclusions:

• Touring by luxury, air-conditioned coach
• One nights accommodation at the Ayers Rock Resort at your choice of hotel
• One nights accommodation in Kings Canyon
• Touring of Ayers Rock and The Olgas
• Sunset Drinks
• Sunrise viewing over Ayers Rock
• Kings Canyon Rim Walk
• National Park fees
• Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)

Exclusions:

• Meals and beverages
• Items of a personal nature

Hotel list:

Please note for STANDARD accommodation, you may select either the Outback Pioneer Hotel or The Lost Camel and for FIRST CLASS accommodation, you have a choice of the Emu Walk Apartments or Desert Gardens Hotel. Please note that if your first choice is not available, the other hotel in that particular class will be assigned to your booking, depending on availability.

AYERS ROCK:

STANDARD ACCOMMODATION:

Outback Pioneer Hotel
Ayers Rock Resort
Yulara Drive, Yulara NT 0872

The Outback Pioneer Hotel has a true outback, pioneering atmosphere that gives guests a real taste of traditional Australian hospitality. Cook up some outback delights on the barbecue or come and share a few yarns about your adventures in the Red Centre over a beer and some hearty bush tucker in the Bough House Restaurant.

The Lost Camel
Ayers Rock Resort
Yulara Drive, Yulara NT 0872

Conveniently located near Resort Shopping Centre, the Lost Camel is a contemporary boutique hotel with a distinctive village feel. The stylish studio rooms are built around lush courtyards and a swimming pool, and the hotel combines an interesting mix of Aboriginal and modern urban theme. All rooms feature a queen size bed, making them ideal for single travelers or couples.

FIRST CLASS ACCOMMODATION

Desert Gardens Hotel
Ayers Rock Resort
Yulara Drive, Yulara NT 0872

Enjoy the charm of the Desert Gardens Hotel where magnificent ghost gums and flowering native shrubs provide a distinct botanical theme. Set amidst the landscaped gardens, the hotel features a swimming pool and is close to the resort's shops and Visitors Centre. The hotel offers a range of stylish accommodation. Desert Gardens is the superior hotel at Ayers Rock Resort and is centrally located to all resort and touring facilities.

Emu Walk Apartments
Ayers Rock Resort
Yulara Drive, Yulara NT 0872

Sheltered behind native trees and forming a walkway through the heart of the resort lies the Emu Walk avenue of terraced apartments. Light and spacious, these one bedroom, fully serviced apartments feature separate kitchen, living and bedroom areas, and come complete with washing machine, dryer and a full size refrigerator. The apartments are also situated close to the shopping Centre which includes a supermarket.

DELUXE ACCOMMODATION

Sails In The Desert
Ayers Rock Resort
Yulara Drive, Yulara NT 0872

Sails in the Desert is the premier hotel at Ayers Rock Resort, with spacious, airy and exquisitely furnished rooms set in lush park-like grounds. Deriving its name from the distinctive sail-like structures, which provide shade and a touch of elegance to its design, Sails in the Desert is the ultimate in luxury in the Red Centre. Rooms are spacious and exquisitely furnished, all with private balcony or verandah. The hotel features a swimming pool, tennis court, mini golf and three restaurants.

KINGS CANYON:

Kings Canyon Resort
Luritja Rd
Kings Canyon
Watarrka National Park, NT 0872

Kings Canyon Resort is located just seven kilometers from Watarrka National Park, the home of the extraordinary sandstone formation of Kings Canyon. Designed with the utmost sensitivity to the environment, the Resort is a single-story construction that blends in quietly with the surrounding area while providing a range of quality accommodation. There is a restaurant for fine dining, a cafe for affordable light meals and an outdoor BBQ area.

Please note: Due to operational requirements, Hotel Lists are subject to change by the tour operator without notice.

Additional Info:

• This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
• Confirmation for this product will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• Accommodation is scarce in this remote region of Australia, therefore booking as far in advance as possible is recommended
• At time of booking, YOU MUST include your flight details (flight number and arrival time). Flights must arrive by 1:00pm on Day 1. The tour operator requires these details in case there are changes to tour departure times.

Tour Documentation:


• Additional documentation for this tour will be made available to you upon check in at your hotel in Ayers Rock. Your document package will include extra vouchers for your tour, any transfers details that may be included, as well as a full tour itinerary and hotel contact lists.
Clothing:


You will find that casual clothing of all types is the most comfortable. Lightweight drip-dry clothing is ideal, although some warmer clothing for evenings will be handy. Most hotels provide washing and drying facilities. Comfortable shoes are essential on all tours and we suggest that you also pack a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, a torch and insect repellent.

Smoking:


Government regulations forbid smoking inside coaches and aircraft within Australia. Smokers will find that the frequent stops we make provide opportunities to smoke. Requests for smoking/non-smoking rooms will be passed on to hotels but cannot be guaranteed.

Luggage Limits:


Each passenger may take one suitcase, the sum of its width, length and depth not to exceed 160cm (63inches) and a weight limit of 20 kilograms (44 pounds). Airlines generally permit 1 cabin bag per person to be carried on aircraft. Baggage is entirely at owners risk during the tour and the operator strongly recommends travel insurance to be taken out by the passenger to cover baggage and any unforeseen circumstances.

Please Note:


If any passenger requires special assistance, due to their disabilities or conditions, the operator requests that suitable written notice be given to allow for appropriate planning. Requests for disabled rooms will be passed on to hotels, but cannot be guaranteed.

Independent Vacations combine a high degree of flexibility and freedom, with the security of pre-planned arrangements, including sightseeing, transfers and a choice of accommodation standards to suit your travel needs. As tours depart generally every day, with a high degree of flexibility and freedom, each day of your tour may have new travelers on board, rather than the same group of travelers from day one.

Terms and Conditions:

• Bookings cancelled of amneded between 3 and 15 calendar days in advance of the scheduled departure or commencement time will be charged a 50% cancellation fee: Bookings cancelled or amended within 2 calendar days of the scheduled departure or commencement time will be charged a 100% cancellation fee.

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

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