Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comAlice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (Olgas) 2-Day Tour
Duration: 2 days / 1 night (approx.)
Location: Alice Springs, Australia
Product code: 2230ARA2
Experience the wonder and mystery of Uluru and Kata Tjuta on a two-day tour from Alice Springs. You’ll see all the highlights of Uluru (Ayers Rock), including the unforgettable sights of an Uluru sunset and sunrise. You’ll also travel by luxury coach and stay at your choice of standard, first-class or deluxe accommodation.
Highlights of your two-day trip to Uluru from Alice Springs include:
- Visiting an Outback camel farm to learn a little about these animals which have played such an important role in the development of central Australia
- Taking a tour to the 36 giant rocky domes of Kata Tjuta
- Walking into Olga Gorge to see ancient petroglyphs (stone carvings) in the rock floor
- Watching the sun set over Uluru while sipping a glass of wine
- Seeing the sun rise over Uluru and the Outback colors spring to life
- Taking a guided walk to Mutitjulu waterhole to see cave paintings and hear the legends of Kuniya Tjukurpa (Python Dreaming)
- Touring the base of Uluru before joining your guide to learn about the geology and flora of the region on the Mala Walk
- Exploring Kantju Gorge and visiting the Cultural Centre and Maruku Arts and Craft Cooperative to see Aboriginal artists at work or climbing Uluru itself to stand 1140 feet (348 meters) above the desert floor
Ayers Rock Resort
Daily
Unavailable Dates:
- December 25 (Christmas Day)
Hotel pick up is available from all centrally located Alice Springs hotels (below). Please advise your full hotel name and address at time of booking. If you are not staying at one of the hotels listed - the tour operator will advise the most convenient pick up location upon reconfirming your booking 24 hours prior to travel. Contact details provided on confirmation voucher.
Hotel Pick up List:
Aurora Red Centre Resort, Mt Nancy Motel, Wintersun Van Park, Alice Motor Inn, Desert Rose Inn, Ossies Homestead, Annies Place, Aurora Alice Springs, Elkira Motel, Melanka Lodge, Mercure Inn Diplomat, Alice Springs Resort, Elkes Backpackers, Alice Springs Airport Motel, Mercure Inn Oasis, Toddys Resort, Lassiters Hotel Casino, Novotel Outback, Crowne Plaza, Desert Palms and McDonnell Range Tourist Park.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), Olga Gorge, Sunset Drinks, Ayers Rock Resort
Depart Alice Springs and travel through rugged Outback landscapes by the West MacDonnell Ranges. This ancient, twisted range is thought to be the oldest in Australia, and one of the oldest still standing anywhere in the world. Stop to visit the Outback Camel Farm to learn a little about these animals which have played such an important role in the development of central Australia. You also have the opportunity to try riding one (own expense). Back aboard the coach, continue through the red sands, stopping to view the intriguing flat-topped Mt Conner before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. Early in the afternoon, join a tour to the 36 giant rocky domes of Kata Tjuta. Walk into Olga Gorge and keep an eye out for ancient petroglyphs (stone carvings) in the rock floor. As the sun starts to sink in the desert sky, enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and watch the play of light and colour as the golden rays of the setting sun strike Uluru.
Overnight Accommodation:
Standard Hotel - Outback Pioneer
First Class Hotel - Desert Gardens
Deluxe Hotel - Sails in the Desert
Rise early and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee as the days 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 and Mala walks to climb Uluru and stand 348 metres above the desert floor. Depart Ayers Rock for the return journey to Alice Springs, arriving around 6.30pm.
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- Maximum of 3 passengers per room. If you are traveling with a party of 4 travelers or more, you must make 2 separate bookings.
- Children between 3 and 14 years inclusive qualify for child rate, providing they share a room with 2 or more adults and utilize existing bedding
- Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge, providing they are not occupying a coach seat. Please advise infant details at time of booking in the "Special Requirements" box
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- Touring by luxury, air-conditioned coach
- One nights accommodation at the Ayers Rock Resort at your choice of hotel
- Uluru Cultural Centre
- Touring of Ayers Rock and The Olgas
- Sunset Drinks
- Sunrise viewing over Ayers Rock
- Guided Mala Walk
- Visit a Camel farm
- Walk to Kantju Gorge
- National Park fees
- Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Meals and beverages
- Items of a personal nature
AYERS ROCK:
You have a choice of accommodation on this tour at Ayers Rock. Either the:
Outback Pioneer Hotel (Standard)
Ayers Rock Resort
Yulara Drive, Yulara
NT, 0872
Description: The Outback Pioneer Hotel has a true outback, pioneering atmosphere that gives our 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.
Or the:
Desert Gardens Hotel (First Class)Ayers Rock Resort
Yulara Drive, Yulara
NT, 0872
Description: Set amidst magnificent ghost gums and flowering native shrubs, the recently refurbished Desert Gardens 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.
Or the:
Sails In The Desert (Deluxe)Ayers Rock Resort
Yulara Drive, Yulara
NT, 0872
Description: 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.
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
- Please ensure that the hotel pick up point is entered in the relevant space provided
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.
- Bookings canceled within 28 days of travel date incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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