Centre Highlights
Uluru
Discover the wonders of the Red Centre. Explore Uluru on a base walk, indulge in an exclusive BBQ and witness an Uluru sunrise and sunset. Walk the Valley of the Winds at Kata Tjuta and embrace the majesty of Kings Canyon.
Highlights
- Exclusive Uluru Barbecue Dinner
- Uluru sunset and sunrise
- Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) sunset
- Climb Kings Canyon
- Day 1 - Uluru (Ayers Rock) – Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Sunset
- Day 2 - Uluru Sunrise – Uluru Base Tour & Sunset – Barbecue Dinner
- Day 3 - Kings Canyon – Alice Springs
- Additional Information
On arrival at Ayers Rock Airport you will be transferred to the resort (flights to arrive prior to 3.00pm). This afternoon enjoy a leisurely drive out to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Along the way your Driver Guide will explain the geological and cultural history of the area. Take in 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 night.
Outback Pioneer
Outback Pioneer Hotel offers comfortable air-conditioned rooms, less than 15 km from Ayers Rock (Uluru). It includes a garden with a barbecue area and an outdoor swimming pool. Each room at Outback Pioneer Hotel includes tea/coffee making facilities and a private bathroom. The Bough Restaurant serves a traditional Australian breakfast each morning, featuring Australian cuisine and regional dishes.
Rise early to watch the sunrise at Uluru then travel to the mystical domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). On the way enjoy panoramic views of the southern side of Kata Tjuta before arriving at the base of Walpa Gorge. Spend time exploring the gorge and the unusual conglomerate rock formations. This afternoon travel around the base of Uluru with a local Driver Guide. Learn about the native flora, fauna and intriguing cultural traditions of traditional owners, the Anangu. Join your Driver Guide for a walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole. You’ll explore a number of caves and view Aboriginal rock paintings as your Guide interprets their meaning and significance. Later visit Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. Travel to the Uluru sunset viewing area, ‘Sunset Strip,’ and relax with sparkling wine and nibbles as the sun sets over the western horizon and the evening sky brings out the many shades of colour for which Uluru is renowned. Travel to our exclusive venue to enjoy our delicious award-winning barbecue dinner and stargazing (weather permitting). Enjoy sparkling wine on arrival and dine on a meal of steak, lamb sausages, skewered chicken, prawns and a selection of fresh salads and a tasty dessert. All accompanied by a selection of wines, beers and soft drinks.
Meals Included: DOutback Pioneer
Outback Pioneer Hotel offers comfortable air-conditioned rooms, less than 15 km from Ayers Rock (Uluru). It includes a garden with a barbecue area and an outdoor swimming pool. Each room at Outback Pioneer Hotel includes tea/coffee making facilities and a private bathroom. The Bough Restaurant serves a traditional Australian breakfast each morning, featuring Australian cuisine and regional dishes.
Rise early for your drive through sandhill country towards Kings Canyon, stopping for breakfast at Kings Creek Station. Climb to the rim of the canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park (for those with a good level of fitness). Or enjoy a more leisurely 1V hour walk along the boulderstrewn creek bed. This afternoon travel on to Alice Springs where your short break concludes.
This afternoon travel on to Alice Springs, where your short break concludes.
As this Short Break concludes after 7.00pm, accommodation will need to be pre-booked for tonight.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Departs
Daily, Ayers Rock Resort
90 minutes prior to sunset
Returns
Day 3, Alice Springs
7.00pm (Oct-Mar)
7.30pm (Apr-Sep)
Low season: 01 Apr – 31 May & 01 Dec – 31 Mar. High season: 01 Jun – 30 Nov.
Included
- 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
All prices are per person, land only.
*Single traveller must pay the single price.
Pricing surcharges may apply due to hotel availability.
Flight Information
Day 1: Flights to arrive prior to 3pm into Ayers Rock Airport
Day 3: We recommend guests to fly out the day after the tour finishes in Alice Springs
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