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Red Centre Discovery

Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock) - or Uluru to Alice

Small Group Escorted Touring: 6 days / 5 nights
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HIGHLIGHTS:
* Small group - maximum 21 travellers
* Alice Springs Telegraph Station
* Royal Flying Doctor Service
* Panoramic view of Alice Springs from Anzac Hill
* Mbantua Aboriginal Art Gallery and Cultural Museum
* Hermannsburg, West MacDonnell Ranges
* Palm Valley (see photo) and the Finke Rive
* Climb Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park
* Sunset barbeque at Uluru
* Watch the sun rise at Uluru
* Visit Mutitjulu Waterhole
* View the massive domes of Kata Tjuta (Olgas)
* Many included meals plus airport transfers

Couple in Palm Valley

Departures: 
2011: ALICE SPRINGS to ULURU
 04 June**
02 July**, 30 July**
11 Aug
03 Sep, 15 Sep**
01 Oct
05 Nov
03 Dec		 2011: ULURU to ALICE SPRINGS
09 June**
07 July, 19 July
04 Aug**, 16 Aug
08 Sep, 20 Sep**
06 Oct
10 Nov
08 Dec
2012: ALICE SPRINGS to ULURU
 07 Jan
04 Feb
03 Mar, 31 Mar
28 Apr

02 June**, 30 June
12 July, 28 July**
09 Aug
01 Sep, 13 Sep**, 29 Sep
03 Nov
01 Dec		 2012: ULURU to ALICE SPRINGS
12 Jan
09 Feb
08 Mar
05 Apr
03 May
07 June**
05 July, 17 July
02 Aug**, 14 Aug
06 Sep, 18 Sep**
04 Oct
08 Nov

  ** These departures are guaranteed to operate
  

ITINERARY: Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock) - 'Red Centre Discovery' 

NOTE: Uluru to Alice Springs is effectively the reverse of this itinerary
Truly Ref. 1414 (Alice to Uluru)      Truly Ref. 1415 (Uluru to Alice)
This Small Group coach tour offers travellers a way to experience the vast, landscapes Central Australia - designed for the young or young at heart who want to actively explore the best of the great outdoors off the beaten track while still enjoying the benefits of an escorted holiday.  Your Small Group adventure is led by an experienced driver/guide who will be on hand to share their extensive knowledge of the local flora, fauna and attractions. Travelling in a small group provides the opportunity for informal questions and discussions with your guide.
 
Day 1: Arrive Alice Springs
Long distance view from Anzac Hill, Alice Springs
Tour the sights of 'The Alice' including a visit to the historic Telegraph Station. At the Royal Flying Doctor Service you will see how medical aid reaches those who live in the remote outback. Enjoy a panoramic view of Alice Springs from Anzac Hill (see photo) and then visit the largest Aboriginal art gallery in Australia, Mbantua Aboriginal Art Gallery and Cultural Museum.
Accommodation: Chifley Alice Springs Resort, 2 nights. (D)
 
Day 2: West MacDonnell Ranges
Travel west from Alice Springs following the spectacular West MacDonnell Ranges. Pass the John Flynn Memorial. Stop at Simpsons Gap with its lovely river red gum scenery. Continue on to magical Angkerle (Standley Chasm) for morning tea. Walk into the Chasm along the stony watercourse lined with cycads, ghost gums, acacias and cypress pines. Travel to Ellery Creek Big Hole before arriving at Ormiston Gorge. We travel on to Glen Helen Gorge, a semi permanent waterhole. Enjoy a Ploughman's lunch with fresh damper. Depending on the time of the year a refreshing swim may be possible at one of the waterholes. Nearby is the Mt. Sonder lookout. This beautiful mountain was the subject of many paintings by the famed Aboriginal artist and Arrernte tribesman, the late Albert Namatjira (BL)

Day 3: Kings Canyon
Viewing Kings Canyon Travel through the Red Centre to Kings Canyon. For the energetic a guided climb to the canyon rim will be rewarded with magnificent views of Watarrka National Park. Or you may prefer to explore the boulder-strewn canyon floor, an easier walk. The sheer red rock face of the canyon soars over 100 metres above lush palm forests, sheltering them from the surrounding desert conditions. The park is a conservation area whose rock holes and gorges provide refuge for over 600 species of plants and many native animals. While the Luritja Aboriginal people have called the area their home for over 20,000 years, it was little known to Europeans until recently.
Accommodation: Kings Canyon Resort. (BD)
Day 4: Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Leaving Watarrka National Park behind you travel through to Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park. Be awe-struck as you glimpse sight of one of the natural wonders of the world. Uluru stands 348 metres high. This evening enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and nibbles as you watch the spectacular colours of the sunset at Uluru (Ayers Rock) and afterwards an Aussie barbecue under the stars.
Accommodation: Desert Gardens Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights. (BD)

Day 5: Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
Watch sunrise at Uluru. You will be introduced to the natural and cultural landscapes of this remarkable region.
Then visit the Uluru - Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre before travelling on to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. This afternoon view the massive series of domes known as Kata Tjuta. (B)
Kata Tjuta (Olgas) - Valley of the Winds

Day 6: Depart Ayers Rock
You will be transferred to Ayers Rock Airport for your onward flight. (B)
 

INCLUDED IN YOUR Small Group COACH TOUR - Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Transportation. Small group tour in a luxury air conditioned mini coach with reclining seats, extra legroom and tinted windows
Professionally Escorted. Explore the Red Cent with your experienced and professional Tour Driver/Guide
Accommodation. Rooms with private facilities on a Twin Share basis
Dining Inclusions - as shown in itinerary
• Full Buffet Breakfasts  • Lunch   • Dinner
Plus
• All purpose travel bag and map
• Airport transfers included (subject to flight timings)
• Hotel porterage included

Air fares are NOT included

 Map Red Centre Explorer Small Group coach tour
 
PRICES: Red Centre Discovery Small Group coach tour
Per person per tour		 Until 30 June 2011
1 Dec'11 - 31 Mar'12		 1 July'11 - 30 Nov'11
 		 1 Apr'12 - 30 June'12
 		 Truly
Ref
Twin Share Single** Twin Share Single** Twin Share Single**
6 days/5 nights Alice Springs to Uluru A$1828 A$2472 A$1921 A$2696 A$1901 A$2545 1414
6 days/5 nights Uluru to Alice Springs             1415
** A same gender room share can be requested to save paying the single room supplement (all room shares will be in non-smoking rooms)
Triple share prices are available on request
Reductions for children 15 years and under and sharing a room with 2 adults are available on request
For Pre and Post tour accommodation see City Hotels and Stopovers...
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NOTE: Other than for '** Guaranteed Departures', our local Australian coach operator partner reserves the right to cancel a tour up to 42 days before departure and offer an alternative tour or your money back.  Please bear this in mind if you are organising complex touring arrangements within Australia.   The itinerary shown may also be modified without notice.  
  
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