6 Day Red Centre Explorer

"Accommodation & Car Hire"

**Super Special**: $649.00 pp twin share (travel between Jan & June 08 )

Day 1: Arrive in Alice Springs

Arrive in Alice Springs pick up your rental vehicle and begin exploring some of the many attractions within Alice Springs.

The local Tourist Association has developed 6 discovery trails around Alice Springs centred on themes. Each has its own distinctive brochure in which you will find a map with more detailed information about the sites and attractions within that theme. Choose and explore one or more trails that interest you before settling into your accommodation.

Inclusions: Accommodation (Alice Springs Resort), Car Rental

Day 2: Alice Springs to Wattarka (Kings Canyon)

Spend part of the day driving from Alice Springs to Kings Canyon. Spend the afternoon and therefore cooler part of the day exploring the shear cliff walls of Kings Canyon. Choose from the various walks available including the 1.3 km Creek Walk through the Canyon (wheelchair accessible) or the more strenuous 6km Kings Canyon Walk across the top (spectacular).

Inclusions: Accommodation (Kings Canyon Resort), Car Rental

Day 3: Wattarka (Kings Canyon) to Uluru (Ayers Rock)

An early moring start gives you the opportunity to do the complete Kings Canyon walk during the coolest part of the day ( subject to health and fitness) Spend part of the day driving from Wattarka to Uluru along Luritja Rd and Lasseter highway. A mid morning departure allows you to arrive and settle into Ayers Rock Resort in a relaxed state. In the afternoon feel free to explore the Cultural Centre and take photos of this extraordinary landscape.

Inclusions: Accommodation (Ayers Rock Resort), Car Rental

Day 4: Exploring Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park:

A magnificent day exploring the Kata-Tjuta National Park. Spend the time driving or walking around the base of the rock exploring the many aspects of this amazing monolith . You also have the opportunity to climb the Rock (people with heart and respiratory problems or fear of heights should not attempt it).

In the afternoon visit Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) a collection of weathered red domes, located 50 km from Ayers Rock along a sealed road. There are two formal walks at Kata Tjuta and both are recommended. Many people believe Kata Tjuta is even more spectacular than the Rock.

Inclusions: Accommodation (Ayers Rock Resort), Car Rental

Day 5: Uluru - Alice Springs:

An early wake up to experience sunrise over the rock for the last time or just sleep in the choice is yours. Today you will drive the 450km drive back to Alice Springs. Your departure time will depend on the attractions you want to see from these two locations and along the Lasseter and Stuart Highways

Inclusions: Accommodation (Alice Springs Resort), Car Rental

Day 6: Free Day in Alice

A free day to relax, play golf, shop for souvenirs or explore more of Alices' highlights depending on what time and how you are leaving Alice. (Package price assumes vehicle will be returned to the depot at the same time as it was picked up on Day 1).

Inclusions: Car Rental