Highlights: Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and Walpa Gorge, Uluru (Ayers Rock) Sunset, Kings Canyon and Watarrka National Park
Day 1 Uluru (Ayer Rock)
Welcome to Ayers Rock! You will be transferred from Ayers Rock Airport to your hotel by AAT Kings.
Please proceed to the AAT Kings coaches located directly in front of the airport. Visit Uluṟu - Kata Tjuṯa Cultural Centre where there is time to purchase some locally made Aboriginal art and learn more about the Western Desert region.
Later 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, and discover an array of fascinating sacred sites. 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.
Travel to the Uluru sunset viewing area, 'Sunset Strip' and relax with a glass of wine and Nibbles as the sun sets over the western horizon and the evening sky brings out the many shades of colour for which Uluṟu is renowned.
Please Note: If you are arriving via a Red Centre Connection or Flight, you may not have time to check into your hotel room before your afternoon tour departure time. Please have a Day Pack ready to go which includes the following items - Appropriate walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, warm jacket during the cooler months & a minimum of 1 litre of water.
Please ensure you have a minimum of 1 litre of water with you for your walk.
Day 2 Kings Canyon
Today you’ll travel from Ayers Rock Resort to Kings Canyon, stopping for breakfast at Kings Creek Station along the way. Originally vacant crown land, the station now runs cattle and is the largest exporter of wild camels in Australia. Learn the intriguing story of owners, Ian and Lynn Conway and their dedication to Aboriginal children in the region’s remote communities. Now get ready for hike to remember! Make the steep rocky climb to the rim of the Kings Canyon for spectacular views of Watarrka National Park. Follow the rim of the canyon stopping to look down into the canyon gorge from a series of look-out points along the way. Time permitting, your Guide may take you to the green oasis of the'Garden of Eden' waterhole. The rim walk takes approximately 3 hours to complete and is rocky and steep in parts. It is recommended for those with a good level of fitness. If you wish to take an easier, shorter walk instead, you will explore the boulder strewn canyon floor, getting up close to the native plants and birdlife that call this part of the world home. After lunch (own expense), return to Ayers Rock Resort.
Please ensure you have a minimum of 3 litres of water with you for the Rim Walk.
Day 3 Uluru (Ayers Rock) & Kata Tjuta (Olgas)
Rise early this morning to travel to the Uluru sunrise viewing area. Watch the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre alight while enjoying a warming cup of tea, coffee or hot chocolate. After sunrise travel to the mystical domes of Kata Tjuta. On the way enjoy panoramic views of the southern side of Kata Tjuta before arriving at Walpa Gorge to take a walk that follows the natural creek-bed between two of the main domes.
This afternoon you will be transferred from your hotel to Ayers Rock Airport for your onward flight by AAT Kings. Please proceed to the front of the hotel to meet the AAT Kings coach.
Please reconfirm the pick-up time with your Hotel Concierge 24 Hours prior.
Inclusions:
- Accommodation
- Experienced Driver Guide
- Comprehensive commentary
- Travel in an air-conditioned coach
- Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park Ticket
- Wine and canapés (Day 1)
- Breakfast (Day 2)
- Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and biscuits (Day 3)
- Return airport transfers
Cancellation policy:
Period of notice and Cancellation Fee
- 15 days or more : No cancellation fees apply
- Within 15 days : 100% cancellation fees apply
Outback Pioneer Hotel (Budget Accommodation)
The Outback Pioneer Hotel provides comfortable, clean accommodation for the traveller who is simply looking for somewhere to rest between their outback adventures.
Standard Rooms are comfortable and spacious and feature one queen and one single bed. All rooms have private en suite, television and movies on demand.
Desert Gardens Hotel (Standard Accommodation)
Voyages Desert Gardens Hotel is centrally located to all resort and touring facilities and offers a range of accommodation, from shaded poolside rooms to deluxe rooms overlooking the desert.
Sails in the Desert Hotel (Superior Accommodation)
In the heart of Australia's Red Centre, the hotel beautifully contrasts Uluru's raw natural beauty with a luxurious outback holiday experience.
Soaring white sails crown Ayers Rock Resort's Sails in the Desert Hotel, shading 228 luxury five star rooms and suites.
