7 Day Alice Springs to Adelaide Unleashed

Itinerary: day by day

Day 1 – Alice Springs to Kings Canyon

DEFAULT PICK UP: Haven Backpacker Resort, 06:10am

Kick off your adventure with an optional camel ride at an outback camel farm (own expense) before we make our way to Kings Canyon Resort for lunch. Make sure you’ve got your hiking shoes on as we journey to Kings Canyon and explore the Amphitheatre, breathtaking North and South Walls, the Lost City, and Garden of Eden. After an outdoor dinner, enjoy sitting around the fire with new friends before star-gazing from the comfort of your swag (Aussie bedroll). (LD) 

Day 2 – Kings Canyon to Uluru

We’ll be up early today, as we hit the road make our way to Uluru. After lunch at our campground, get up close and personal with the Rock as you walk around a spectacular section of the base. You will then get an insight to the local Aboriginal culture from your guide before watching the desert sunset over Uluru. It’s time to fire up the BBQ for dinner. Overnight in a swag (Aussie bedroll). (BLD)

Day 3 – Uluru to Erldunda

Witness a magical Uluru sunrise then visit the Cultural Centre to further your insight into the amazing Anangu way of life. The 36 domes of Kata Tjuta will fascinate you, as you explore the majestic features of this ancient geological formation during a Valley of the Winds hike. We enjoy lunch before we make our way to our overnight campsite at Erldunda. (BL)

Day 4 – Erldunda to Coober Pedy

Cross the border into the South Australia, leave the Red Centre behind and travel towards Coober Pedy, known as the Opal Capital of the World. On the way we stop to take in the awe-inspiring Breakaways Scenic Reserve, with views of the natural beauty for miles around. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon with a tour of an underground house to see how locals survive living in the harsh desert environment of Coober Pedy. This is followed by a tour of the Umoona Opal Mine to learn all about the mining of precious opal, Australia’s National Gemstone. Meet some local wildlife and learn about rescued joeys at Josephine’s Gallery and Kangaroo Orphanage. Departing Coober Pedy we cross the Moon Plain, where we discover the spectacular scenery used in the filming of many Hollywood movie blockbusters such as Mad Max and Priscilla Queen of the Desert. Dine at the World famous John’s Pizza Bar and Restaurant. Tonight we sleep in underground bunkhouse. (BLD) 

Day 5 – Coober Pedy to Quorn

We head south and make a brief stop in the sheep-farming township of Glendambo. Marvel at the enormous salt flat and saltbush plains of Woomera, and learn about the area’s incredible secret history as a military weapons test site. Explore the surface of a salt lake and grab some interesting photos. Travelling through Port Augusta we turn east and leave the Stuart Highway destined for the Southern Flinders Ranges, widely considered one of the most attractive natural landscapes in Australia. Later there's time to check in at our accommodation before we relax over a friendly Aussie Pub dinner and share a drink with the locals. (BLD) 

Day 6 – Quorn to Flinders Ranges

On our way towards the national park this morning, we immerse ourselves in the fascinating history of the area with a walk to Arkaroo Rock (Aboriginal Art) and a visit to Kanyaka Ruins (European settlement). Next we take in the natural amphitheatre of Wilpena Pound, set amongst an ancient crater formed millions of years ago, before enjoying some lunch and trying to spot some emus and kangaroos. Enjoy a scenic drive through Parachilna Gorge, one of Australia’s most attractive hidden landscapes. Stop to take in the views from Stokes Hill Lookout and end the day watching a spectacular sunset over South Australia’s western plains. Enjoy a drink at the Prairie Hotel before settling in for the night. (BLD)

Day 7 – Flinders ranges to Adelaide

We set off early today, heading for Adelaide. After a short drive we stop for a walk and some lunch in the historic town of Melrose. Travel through the picturesque Clare Valley and stop for afternoon tea at Sevenhill Cellars — there is also time to sample their award-winning wines. We make a visit to the Barossa Reservoir Whispering Wall, before arriving in Adelaide, the City of Churches.  (BL)