6 day Ultimate Adventure

Day 1: Alice Springs and Desert Park
Upon your arrival into Alice Springs you will be met by an Alice Springs Holidays representative who will introduce you to Alice Springs and your itinerary for the next 6 days, while enroute to your accommodation. Following check in you will be transferred to the Alice Springs Desert Park. Here, be introduced at your own pace to the many interesting facets of some of the world’s oldest deserts. The informative film depicts the evolution of Central Australia - an apt introduction to the many displays representing some 70% of the Australian mainland. Stroll through the 3 major desert habitats, complete with walk through aviaries. The Desert Park is home to the world’s largest nocturnal house and breeding programmes for many endangered species of the Australian bush. Be enthralled by the free flying raptor display’s aerial supremacy and on ground antics at Nature’s Theatre.
Overnight: Alice Springs Resort - Deluxe

Day 2: Gosse Bluff/Mereenie
As we head due west avoiding the hustle and crowds of the main highway, our outback adventure begins with a first hand insight into Aboriginal culture and their relationship to the land at Wallace Rock hole. Further on, we navigate the track into the comet impact crater called Gosse Bluff to enjoy a picnic lunch beneath the torn battlements of this 140 million yo. phenomena. After our leisurely lunch we venture by outback dirt road into the Mereenie Wilderness Area before arriving late afternoon at the foot of George Gill Range.
Optional: Sounds of Firelight Dinner
Overnight: Kings Canyon Resort - Deluxe
Included: Lunch

Day 3: Palm Valley
Your guide will introduce you to the many wonders and options of the Kings Canyon area. For the energetic a climb to the rim encompassing vast horizons and unusual sandstone formations. Alternatively experience at close quarters the flora and fauna of the most bio diverse park in the region on the Canyon floor. Enroute to Uluru enjoy a picnic lunch in the Australian Outback. This afternoon visit the Uluru Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre before exploring the base of Uluru, inspiring and yet intimidating by it’s very size. Feel the ambience of the world’s largest monolith; it’s rock art, shapes and colours. Enjoy a champagne sunset of tantalising Australian cuisine and sparkling wine overlooking Uluru.
Overnight: Ayers Rock Resort Sails in the Desert Hotel - Standard
Included: Lunch

Day 4: Kata Tjuta
Rise early this morning to catch the first rays of light on Kata Tjuta (The Olgas). A chance to escape the crowds, and enjoy the peace and quiet as the day dawns. Explore on foot with your guide, learning the fascinating story of this intriguing formation before returning to the resort for and being transferred to Longitude 131 for the next 2 nights.
Overnight: Ayers Rock Resort Longitude 131 (2 nights)
Included: Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 & 6: Longitude 131
Join the optional scheduled touring programme of morning Kata Tjuta and afternoon Uluru base tours which are included with your tariff. These tours offer a slightly different perspective to our usual touring itineraries, or you may choose to just relax and enjoy the peace and comfort of your surroundings while the other guests are out and about. Luxurious, ecosensitive and romantic, Voyages Longitude 131° offers immersion in the World Heritage listed wilderness of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, complete with 5-star luxury and private views of the sun rising and setting over Uluru (Ayers Rock). Venture into the spirited land of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and you are exposed to an expansive living cultural landscape in the company of only a few others. Whether you spend your time learning of the ancient cultures of traditional owners, or exploring the stunning flora and fauna with expert guides, face to face with this irresistible land, your senses come alive. On arrival at Longitude 131 please confirm departure details with reception.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Departs:  1.00pm Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday from Alice Springs
Concludes:   12.00pm in Ayers Rock.

Tour Code: 6UE

Minimum of 2 passengers are required to confirm a departure.
Single traveller will be required to pay a single supplement.

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