A visit to the 'red centre' of Australia is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, so why not do it in style staying in some of the best hotels in the region. Starting in Alice Springs, the major centre of this region and a hub for indigenous arts and culture, you will then continue on to Kings Canyon and Uluru (Ayers Rock). Explore the majestic natural wonders of the area and marvel at the amazing colours of the desert.
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Day 1: Arrive in Alice Springs
Arrive at Alice Springs airport and make your way to the Avis counter to pick up your rental car to drive into Alice Springs through “the Gap”, the road that goes directly through the McDonnell Ranges, an awesome rock formation. Start exploring - Anzac Hill, Olive Grove Botanical Gardens, Alice Springs Desert Park, home to more than 400 animals and 120 species of plants and is a must see. Visit Alice Springs School of Air Visitor Centre – the largest classroom in the world. Alice Springs Telegraph Station – the birth place of Alice Springs. Or, Araluen Centre for the art, culture and history of Central Australia in one place.
There’s more! Heading further afield today, running along the awesome MacDonnell Ranges to visit Standley Chasm, Ellery Creek Big Hole, Ormiston Gorge and Hermannsburg – birthplace of Albert Namitjira and Aboriginal fine art. Glen Helen Resort is nestled in the stunning West MacDonnell Ranges, a great place to enjoy lunch overlooking the ranges. At times there is water for you to enjoy a swim in a number of water holes.
Today you head towards Kings Canyon, located in the Watarrka National Park, a huge canyon 270m high. Relax and enjoy the drive, the scenery and the aura of the Australian Outback. Enjoy the Canyon Walk, looking up to the towering Gorge above you – or alternatively, take a helicopter ride. Enjoy a traditional Aussie BBQ dining at Kings Canyon Outback Bar & Grill.
Feeling energetic? The walk around the rim of the canyon is definitely worth the effort. Early morning is best, and it takes approximately 3-4 hours. The views from the rim are spectacular, the canyon walk is just as amazing although a little less strenuous.
Depart Kings Canyon for Uluru. On arrival pick up your National Parks entry ticket (you will need this each entry into the park), visit the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre for a great introduction to Tjukurpa (law, knowledge, religion) and the Anangu way of life including their amazing art. Be sure to leave yourself plenty of time to get to the Uluru viewing area for sunset, one of the best times to experience the light mystique of Uluru.
Sunrise is a must in Central Australia – enjoy it at Uluru, or perhaps this morning at Kata Tjuta, also known as The Olgas, a massive pile of weathered rock domes, 200m higher than Uluru and estimated to be as old as 500 million years. If you like an easy hike, visit Valley of the Winds. Lunch and a swim is a great idea for a break in the middle of the day – right before you head out on your scenic flight for another spectacular view of Uluru and Kata Tjuta. Dinner tonight is Sounds of Silence, sunset at Uluru, followed by an evening of dining under the sparkling outback sky.
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