7 Days Alice Springs to Adelaide Explorer
Highlights
- Aboriginal Art
- Aboriginal Guided Interpretive Walk
- Clare Valley
- Coober Pedy
- Flinders Ranges
- Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
- Kings Canyon
- Uluru (Ayers Rock)
- Yourambulla Caves
Departures
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Itinerary: day by day
Day 1 – Alice Springs to Kata Tjuta & Uluru
Kick off your adventure on top of a camel! Our first stop is the Outback Camel Farm where you can choose to ride atop one of these desert giants (at own expense). From here it's off to Uluru (Ayers Rock) for lunch. Kata Tjuta will fascinate you, and you will get up close to the majestic features of this ancient geological formation during the Valley of the Winds hike. You'll be mesmerised as the desert sun sets over Uluru, and as the night grows darker, curl up in your swag (Aussie bedroll) under millions of stars. (LD)
Day 2 – Uluru to Kings Canyon
It's an early start this morning, but you'll be rewarded with a glorious Uluru sunrise. While the morning's fresh (and your legs are too!) enjoy an unguided walk around the base of Uluru. You will then deepen your understanding of the land and the Mala people as you take a cultural interpretive walk with an Aboriginal guide (and interpreter). Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to purchase Aboriginal arts and crafts at the Cultural Centre before we travel to our exclusive campsite within the Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon) where we sleep for the night. (BLD)
Day 3 – Kings Canyon to Marla
Get your hiking shoes on today as we head out to explore the impressive formations which make up Kings Canyon. You'll be left breathless by the sheer beauty of the canyon as we trek through the Amphitheatre, the Lost City, the lush and ancient Garden of Eden and the North and South Walls. After lunch, we head south through the rugged desert country into South Australia to our overnight destination of Marla, a small outback town. (BLD)
Day 4 - Marla to Coober Pedy
We leave the Red Centre behind and travel across the vast outback plains – destination Coober Pedy. On the way we'll stop at the Breakaways, with views of the natural beauty for miles around. This region is rightly known as the Opal Capital of the World, as you will soon discover. Upon arrival we'll get a tour of the town with a local, before visiting the Underground Mine & Museum. Our bunkhouse for tonight is – you guessed it – underground. (BLD)
Day 5 - Coober Pedy to Quorn
Before leaving this unique town, we have the opportunity to visit an outdoor public opal fossicking site – you never know your luck! Heading Southbound on the Stuart Highway we come across the Salt lakes of Central Australia that will make some awesome Facebook photos (and turn your friends green with envy). A quick stop in Port Augusta then inland towards the Southern Flinders Ranges widely considered one of the most attractive natural landscapes in Australia; the Ranges combine adventure, spirituality and tranquillity. Later there's time to check in at our accommodation before we relax over a friendly Aussie BBQ dinner. (BLD)
Day 6 – Flinders Ranges & Wilpena Pound
We enter the National Park proper, a place where majestic scenery meets tranquil vibes. The group will take a hike through the Flinders Ranges, one of Australia's most stately and imposing landscapes. Take in the natural amphitheatre of Wilpena Pound, set amongst an ancient crater formed millions of years ago, or just soak up the stillness. Heading back to Quorn we'll pay a visit to the Yourambulla Caves, home to some early Indigenous rock paintings – our guide will show us around. Enjoy a pub meal and drinks with the locals. (BLD)
Day 7 - Quorn to Adelaide
It's not far from our starting point this morning, where we'll we take in a spectacular view from the top of Mt Remarkable. As we travel into the more fertile farming areas the landscape changes from what we have seen over the past few days. We venture through the Clare Valley, the hidden wine region of the state. We'll stop for lunch at a local winery in the Clare Valley, with a few tastings thrown in if the mood strikes you. Once through the valley we are bound for the City of Churches – Adelaide. Tonight enjoy live music at one of the many local venues. (BL)
B = Breakfast | L = Lunch | D = Dinner
Valid: 01 April 2012 - 31 March 2013
Travel Insurance is compulsory for all travellers on all tours and details must be presented to tour guide before departure. Please refer to terms and conditions for more details.
This tour runs as a code share with Topdeck Travel.
This tour is for 18-39 year old. Requests however, will be considered on a case by case basis.
Tour upgrades
2 nights camping and 4 nights ensuite accommodation
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Notes
Itineraries may vary and/or attractions be substituted far any cause including seasonal conditions, weather extremes, Traditional Owner and national park requirements. Please see terms and conditions of travel for full details.
*Where Aboriginal guide is unavailable an Adventure Tours guide will lead the interpretive cultural walk.
Package is made up of two individual tours; therefore you may travel with a different guide and passengers during each section.
Tour is operated in partnership with our touring partner TopdeckTravel
Insurance is compulsory and must be shown to the guide on day one.
Tour is not suitable for children; however special considerations may be made for clients aged 17 years with a travelling companion over the age of 18.
A STRICT luggage limit of 15KG applies
Please note upgrade accommodation budget style (except the Desert Cave which is 4 star), is located on different premises to dorm accommodation and may not be underground.
Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park entry fee of AUD$25 is non-commissionable and collected by agents on our behalf.
Safaris must be reconfirmed 48 hours prior to departure by phone
Included
- Experienced guide
- meals as indicated
- accommodation transfers
- nights camping including fees & equipment
- 3 nights hostel accommodation (or upgrade to: 2 nights camping and 4 nights ensuite accommodation)
- Aboriginal culture interpretive walk*
- South Australian park fees
Optional Activities
- Camel Ride
- Helicopter Ride at Kings Creek Station
- Harley Davidson Ride at Uluru
- Helicopter Flight at Uluru
What to bring
Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, water bottle, towel & toiletries, torch, warm clothing in winter, insect repellent, camera, pillow and sleeping bag (can be hired for $25).
