3-Day Tour from Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Alice Springs via Kings Canyon
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- Location:Ayers Rock, concludes Alice Springs, Australia
- Duration:3 days / 2 nights
- TOUR Code:2230RKA3
Discover Uluru, Kings Canyon and Alice Springs on this 3-day tour starting at Ayers Rock and ending in Alice Springs. Explore Australia's great Central Desert - watch the sunrise over Uluru (Ayers Rock), visit the magnificent Olga Gorge and Kings Canyon, with their beautiful waterholes and dazzling views. Stop off at a huge cattle station and the remote, early telegraph town of Alice Springs.
Highlights
- Explore Australia's great central desert as you travel across Ayers Rock to Alice Springs via Kings Canyon on this 3-day tour
- Driving through the vast open spaces of Outback Australia
- Witness Uluru (Ayers Rock) at sunrise
- Complete circuit tour around the base of Uluru
- Guided walks at Mala and Mutitjulu Waterhole
- Learning about the Aboriginal Tjukurpa (Dreaming) and rock art
- Exploring Kantju Gorge and visit the Cultural Centre and Maruku Arts and Craft
- Walk through the awe-inspiring Kings Canyon
- Choice of standard, first-class or deluxe accommodation
- Entertaining and informed commentary from your driver/guide
Day 1. Uluru (Ayers Rock) Base Tour, Sunset
Arrive at Ayers Rock Airport before 1pm and be transferred to your hotel. This afternoon you'll visit the Cultural Centre and Maruku Arts and Craft Cooperative. Join a guided walk to the waterhole of Mutitjulu, followed by the guided Mala Walk. Learn about the legends, geology and flora of the region and explore Kantju Gorge. Late this afternoon, stop and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine as you watch Uluru at sunset. Admire the changing colors of Uluru as the sun sinks beneath the desert plain. Tonight perhaps enjoy the Uluru Aussie Barbecue (at own expense, payable direct). You have a choice of accommodation, select between budget, standard, first class or deluxe accommodation categories.
Day 2. Sunrise, Kata Tjuta (Olgas), Kings Canyon
Rise early to see Uluru at sunrise. Drive out to Kata Tjuta, a magnificent cluster of 36 rocky domes that dominate the western skyline of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. 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 formations. This afternoon, journey to Watarrka National Park, the home of Kings Canyon. Accommodation is only available at the Kings Canyon Resort.
Day 3. Kings Canyon Walk, Alice Springs
This morning enjoy a guided walk up to the rim of awe-inspiring Kings Canyon for spectacular views of the canyon's walls. Then walk through the ancient Lost City and the lush Garden of Eden to a waterhole (requires a good degree of fitness). Another less strenuous walk along the canyon floor is also available. This gentler alternative takes you deep into the canyon between the towering orange walls. This afternoon travel to Kings Creek Station. After lunch (own expense) continue on to Alice Springs, arriving at 6.30 p.m.
Schedule Details
Uluru (Ayers Rock), Kings Canyon and Alice Springs 3-Day Tour
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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
Duration:
3 days / 2 nights
Return details:Concludes at Alice Springs at approximately 6:15pm on Day 3.
IMPORTANT: Please advise your drop off location in Alice Springs at the time of booking.
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Additional Information
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Airport pickup
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Touring of Ayers Rock and The Olgas
- Sunset Drinks
- Sunrise viewing over Ayers Rock
- Kings Canyon Rim Walk
- National Park Entry fees
- Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Info:
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Please advise at time of booking if you require a disabled room
- At time of booking, you must include your flight details (flight number and arrival time). Flights must arrive by 1:00pm on Day 1.
- 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.
- Maximum of 3 passengers per room. If you are traveling with a party of 4 travelers or more, you must make 2 separate bookings
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Infant are free provided they do not occupy a seat
- Luggage must not exceed 20kg per person
BUDGET HOTELS
Ayers Rock: Outback Pioneer - Comfortable lodge and cabin-style accommodation with shared bathroom facilities
Kings Canyon: Kings Canyon Resort Lodge: - Shared budget rooms with communal kitchen. Rooms are fully air-conditions and feature twin or quad bunks. Bathroom facilities are shared
STANDARD HOTELS
Ayers Rock: Outback Pioneer or the Lost Camel - Standard rooms with private bathroom facilities
Kings Canyon: Kings Canyon Resort - Spacious, well appointed standard rooms with private bathroom facilities
FIRST CLASS HOTELS
Ayers Rock: Desert Gardens Hotel/ Emu Walk Apartments - spacious well-appointed rooms with private bathroom facilities
Kings Canyon: Kings Canyon - Spacious, well appointed standard rooms with private bathroom facilities
DELUXE HOTELS
Ayers Rock: Sails In The Desert (Standard Room) - The premier hotel at Ayers Rock featuring spacious, airy and exquisitely furnished rooms, all with private balconies or verandahs 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.
Please note: Sails In The Desert hotel is undertaking public area renovations and refurbishment (including hotel entry foyer, Mulgara Art Gallery, Winkiku Restaurant, Kuniya Restaurant and Tali Bar) from January 30 to July 31, 2012. During this phase, food and beverage outlets will be closed.
Kings Canyon: Kings Canyon Resort (Deluxe Spa Room) - Spacious, fully-appointed and stylishly furnished roomfeaturing private spa facilities and private balconies
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