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FLINDERS RANGES and RED CENTRE

Sydney to Alice Springs (via Uluru): 11 days / 10 nights

Fully Escorted Quality Touring - not operating from 2012 onwards
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HIGHLIGHTS:
* Sample local wines in the Clare Valley
* Explore the Flinders Ranges including Wilpena Pound
* See opals at Coober Pedy
* Watch sunset over Uluru (Ayers Rock) with wine and nibbles
* Guided Uluru (Ayers Rock) base walking tour 
* Explore mysterious Kata Tjuta (Olgas)
* Climb Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park 
* Sightseeing tour of Alice Springs
* Desert Discovery Tour with Aboriginal guide
* Standley Chasm, Simpsons Gap, West MacDonnell Ranges
* See unique Australian animals at Alice Springs Desert Park
* Learn about Aboriginal culture
* Many included meals + complimentary airport transfers		 Flinders Ranges vista © SATC

Departures: 

2011:
10 Jan
07 Feb
07 Mar**
04 Apr**
02 May, 30 May**
20 June
11 July**
01 Aug, 29 Aug**
19 Sep, 26 Sep**
31 Oct**
28 Nov
26 Dec 		2012:
 

 

THIS TOUR WILL NO LONGER BE OPERATING FROM 2112 ONWARDS

 

 


 

** indicates a 'Guaranteed Departure'
 

ITINERARY: Sydney - Alice Springs via Uluru ('Flinders Ranges and Red Centre')
Truly Ref. 1436
This escorted holiday has been meticulously planned and incorporates superior accommodation, unique sightseeing experiences, many meals and the services of a professional Tour Director and Tour Driver.   It offers unrivalled value for money plus optional sightseeing opportunities at extra cost to allow you to tailor your own holiday experience.
 
Day 1: Sydney – Hay
Depart Sydney and travel along the Hume Highway via Goulburn  the Riverina district to Hay.  Two of the main towns in the Riverina, Griffith and Leeton, were planned by Walter Burley Griffin who also planned the national capital, Canberra.  Enjoy a welcome drink this evening with your Tour Director and travelling companions..
Accommodation: Comfort Inn, Hay (D) 

Day 2: Hay – Adelaide Today leave Hay for Adelaide, travelling via vast hay plains (pictured below, left) and the large provincial centre of Mildura, located on the Murray River in Victoria (see picture below, right). Cross the South Australian state border and travel to Adelaide.  Accommodation: Stamford Plaza, Adelaide. (BD)  

Hay plains in western New South Wales © Tourism NSW

Murray River scene at Mildura © Tourism Victoria

Day 3: Adelaide – Flinders Ranges 
See some sights of Adelaide on an orientation tour before you make your way north. Sample some local wines at Sevenhill Cellars, the oldest existing winery in the Clare Valley. Later visit pioneering Quorn before travelling on to the picturesque Flinders Ranges and dramatic Wilpena Pound.
Accommodation: Wilpena Pound Resort, Flinders Ranges. (BD) 

Day 4: Flinders Ranges
Aeial view of Wilpena Pound © SATCThere is time to walk into Wilpena Pound this morning, a remarkable natural amphitheatre. 
This afternoon travel through Pitchi Richi Pass to Port Augusta and visit the Wadlata Outback Centre. 
Accommodation: Majestic Oasis Apartments, Port Augusta. (BD)
 
Day 5: Coober Pedy
Visit Woomera, established in 1947 as an experimental rocket launching site, before travelling to isolated Coober Pedy, arguably the opal mining capital of the world. Visit an underground church and home, and discover how the locals live underground. See an opal cutter at work and browse through the opal displays.
Accommodation: Desert Cave Hotel, Coober Pedy. (BD) 

Couple at Uluru (Ayers Rock) © Tourism Northern TerritoryDay 6: Coober Pedy – Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Leaving Coober Pedy behind, cross the state border into Northern Territory and continue to Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park. This evening enjoy a glass of wine and nibbles as you watch sunset over Uluru. There is the option to join the Sounds of Silence dinner tonight (extra cost) - ask your Tour Director for details.
Accommodation: Desert Gardens Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights. (B)

Day 7: Uluru (Ayers Rock) – Kata Tjuta (Olgas)
Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cutural Centre © Tourism Northern Territory This morning you may wish to join an early tour to view sunrise at Uluru. Afterwards travel by coach to Kuniya Piti, an Aboriginal sacred site at the base of Uluru. Your guide will escort you on a walk to the Mutitjulu Waterhole, pointing out the natural features of the landscape, Aboriginal rock paintings and traditional Aboriginal stories relating to the special place. Experience the sheer size of Uluru as your guide explains the geological formation, Aboriginal history and the flora and fauna unique to this area. Visit the informative Uluru- Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre (pictured).
This afternoon see the massive series of domes known as Kata Tjuta. The walking trail through Walpa Gorge follows the natural creek between two domes. Enjoy sunset with a complimentary glass of sparkling wine followed by a barbecue dinner under the stars. (BD)
 
Kings Canyon, Watarrka National Park © Tourism Northern Territory Day 8: Kings Canyon
Travel to Kings Canyon today. For the energetic, a guided climb to the Canyon rim will be rewarded with magnificent views of Watarrka National Park. Alternatively you may prefer to explore the boulder-strewn Canyon floor for an easier shady walk. From a lookout at your hotel enjoy another colourful desert sunset, across Carmichael Crag.
Accommodation: Kings Canyon Resort, Kings Canyon. (BD) 

Day 9: Alice Springs
Leaving Watarrka National Park behind, travel through to Alice Springs. See the sights of Alice Springs, including the Royal Flying Doctor Service, School of the Air and the Telegraph Station. Stop for panoramic views from Anzac Hill (see picture above Price Panel, below).
Accommodation: Alice Springs Resort, 2 nights. (BD)

Day 10: Aboriginal Culture – Alice Springs Desert Park
This morning spend time with a local Aboriginal guide on a Desert Discovery Tour to gain an understanding of their unique culture. In the afternoon travel to Standley Chasm, Simpsons Gap, and the Alice Springs Desert Park. (B)

Day 11: Depart Alice Springs
Tour concludes after breakfast. Your airport transfer is included (flights can depart any time). (B)
 

INCLUDED IN YOUR Flinders Ranges and the Red Centre COACH TOUR - Sydney to Alice
Transportation. Tour by luxury coach, air-conditioned,2-door access, restroom equipped, reclining seats with seatbelts and large panoramic tinted windows
Professionally Escorted. Discover Australia with your experienced professional Tour Director and Tour Driver
Accommodation. Rooms with private facilities in centrally located hotels, on a Twin Share basis
Dining Inclusions - as shown in itinerary
• Full Buffet Breakfasts  • Lunch   • Dinner
Plus
• Welcome Drink
• All purpose travel bag and map
• Airport transfers included (subject to flight timings)
• Hotel porterage included		 Map of Flinders Ranges and Red Centre coach tour - Sydney to Alice Springs


Air fares are NOT included
 

WEATHER
Australia's climate is characterized by its diversity, as temperature and precipitation differ from region to region and from season to season.

Adelaide - here the climate is pleasantly warm with mild winters and warm to hot summers. The warmest months (December - February ) will captivate you with carefree outdoor dining, perfect days on the beach or just alfresco cafe hopping. Spring and autumn bring pleasant, mild days and nights to enjoy. The average maximum summer temperature is 28Ί Celsius, while in winter it drops to about 15Ί Celsius. Summer temperatures in the Outback regularly reach 40Ί Celsius.

Views from Anzac Hill Lookout, Alice Springs © Tourism Northern Territory The Red Centre has a desert climate - mostly dry, with brilliant blue skies all year. Autumn and spring will give you sunny days with cloudless skies and crisp, cool nights. Great weather for exploring the sights by foot or in the comfort of a vehicle. Summer is the time when Central Australia is at it's most vivid, with hot days and balmy nights. December to February are the hottest months - usually more that 35Ί Celsius - so take a hat and sunscreen.  
 
PRICES: Flinders Ranges and Red Centre (via Uluru) coach tour
Per person per tour		 01 Apr - 30 Nov 2011 1 Dec'11 - 31 Mar'12 01 Apr - 30 Nov 2012 Truly
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Share Twin Single Share Twin Single Share Twin Single
11 days/10 nights Sydney to Alice Springs A$3603 A$4646 Request Request Request Request 1436
* Triple share prices available on request
** A same gender room share can be requested to save paying the single room supplement (all room shares will be in non-smoking rooms)
Reductions for children 15 years and under and sharing a room with 2 adults are available on request
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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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