Australia's Red Centre

Australia Trip Highlights in the Red Centre:

• Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) sunset
• Kings Canyon
• Uluru (Ayers Rock) sunset
• Uluru sunrise Field of Light

Sample itinerary for departures after 1 April 2025 (Subject to change).

Day 1: Arrive Uluru (Ayers Rock)

On arrival at Ayers Rock Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel (must arrive prior to 1.30pm, flights not included). This afternoon, visit the Uluru- Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. Later, travel around the base of Uluru in comfort as your Driver Guide provides commentary about the numerous sacred sites and features to be found at Uluru. Learn about the native flora, fauna and intriguing culture of the traditional owners, the Anangu, and discover an array of fascinating sites. Continue by coach to the Kuniya Walk where your Driver Guide will escort you to the beautiful Mutitjulu Waterhole. In the late afternoon witness the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset while enjoying sparkling wine.

Stay in Ayers Rock for 3 nights, your choice of Budget, Standard or Superior Accommodation.

Day 2: Kings Canyon & Watarrka National Park

Travel to Kings Canyon and make the rocky climb to the rim of the canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park. Time permitting, you may choose to descend into the green oasis of the ‘Garden of Eden’. Or, you may wish to take an easier, shorter walk to explore the boulder-strewn canyon creek bed. Return to Ayers Rock Resort. Meals included: Breakfast

Day 3: Uluru (Ayers Rock) & Kata Tjuta (The Olgas)

Rise early this morning to travel to Talinguru Nyakunytjaku, the sunrise viewing Area. Watch the first rays of sun light up the desert while enjoying a warming cup of tea or coffee. After sunrise travel to the mystical 36 domes of Kata Tjuta. On the way, enjoy panoramic views of the southern side of Kata Tjuta at a dune viewing platform before arriving at Walpa Gorge. Spend time exploring the gorge and the unusual conglomerate rock formations. The 1.3km walking trail through Walpa Gorge follows the natural creek between two of the tallest domes of Kata Tjuta. Return to the resort for some free time before later in the day embarking on a dinner under the stars.

The afternoon begins with another magical Uluru Sunset before moving to our exclusive BBQ dining site at the base of Uluru inside the National Park. Enjoy a native flavour focused dinner menu along with all wine, beer or non alcoholic beverages. Enjoy these in the unique setting under the stars and the powerful landscape of Uluru looming nearby. There is even time for stargazing. Your guide will conduct a tour of the night sky, pointing out some of the visible constellations and will also explain some Aboriginal stories that relate to the stars.

Day 4: Depart Ayers Rock

This morning you experience the wonderful desert landscape combined with an art installation by acclaimed artist Bruce Munro called Field of Light. Under cover of darkness, walk through 50,000 magical hand-crafted frosted glass spheres of light, in colours of ochre, deep violet, blue and gentle white. Make your way to the top of the dune for a warm drink and watch in awe as the sun pops up in the distance behind Uluru flooding the landscape with light, including Kata Tjuta behind you.

Later in the day you will be transferred to Ayers Rock Airport for your onward flight (flights not included, must depart after 9.30am).