4 Day Uluru & Kings Canyon, Hotel Accommodated

From Ayers Rock to Alice Springs Hotel Accommodated
Mutitjulu Waterhole

 Orange Arrow At the base of Uluru, there are found 'waterholes' which are critical sources of water for the aboriginal people and animals in the area. They form water catchment pools for rain falling and streaming down Uluru.



Kata Tjuta

 Orange Arrow Kata Tjuta, known also as The Olgas. Kata Tjuta is the Aboriginal name, which means "many heads'. It is a group of more than 30 rounded red domes rising from the desert floor. The tallest is said to be around 546 metres high. Kata Tjuta is about 30 kilometres west of Uluru.



Australia Ayers Rock Hotel Accommodated Tour 1
Tour Details
Prices in Australian Dollars
CodeAK-YK48
Duration4 Days
Tour Price
Apr 2012 - Jun 2012
Accommodation Twin Single Child Tour code
Budget $970 $1210 $755 YK48B
Standard $1144 $1619 $895 YK48R
Superior $1184 $1717 $925 YK48S
First Class $1299 $1959 $1020 YK48F
Jul 2012 - Nov 2012
Accommodation Twin Single Child Tour code
Budget $994 $1254 $775 YK48B
Standard $1299 $1924 $1020 YK48R
Superior $1334 $2017 $1045 YK48S
First Class $1450 $2233 $1140 YK48F
Dec 2012 - Mar 2013
Accommodation Twin Single Child Tour code
Budget $970 $1210 $755 YK48B
Standard $1144 $1619 $895 YK48R
Superior $1184 $1717 $925 YK48S
First Class $1299 $1959 $1020 YK48F
Frequency

Daily

StyleHotel Accommodated
TransportLuxury Coach
SuitabilityOpen Age
Additions
Upgrades

National Park Fee
Adult: $25
Child: Exempt

Start

Ayers Rock Resort

APR-OCT 2 pm
NOV-MAR 3 pm
End

Alice Springs

This 4 day journey highlights the unique natural sights and sounds of the Australian outback including Ayers Rock, The Olgas and Kings Canyon.

Itinerary

Day 1: Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)

On arrival at Ayers Rock Airport you will be transferred to your hotel (flights to arrive prior to 2.00pm). Enjoy sunset at Uluru with a complimentary glass of wine. Continue to our exclusive venue to enjoy an Australian barbecue dinner including steak, sausages, kangaroo meat, salads and bread with sparkling wine. There is time for stargazing too (weather permitting).

Accommodation: Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights. D
Outback Pioneer Budget Rooms (Budget)
Outback Pioneer Hotel (Standard)
Desert Gardens Hotel (Superior)
Sails in the Desert Hotel (First Class)

Day 2: Kata Tjuta (The Olgas)

This morning join the Uluru Sunrise, Climb or Base Tour (Y18) or the Uluru Sunrise and Guided Cultural Walk (Y41). On both tours you will rise early this morning to travel to the Uluru sunrise viewing area, Talinguru Nyakunytjaku. Watch the first rays of dawn set the Red Centre alight. The Base Tour and Guided Cultural Walk also include a visit to Mutitjulu Waterhole where you will view Aboriginal rock paintings and learn about the area as your Driver Guide points out some native flora and explains the Aboriginal and European history of Uluru. Later spend time at the Uluru - Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. This afternoon your guide will escort you on a 2-3 hour walk through the Kata Tjuta domes to the Valley of the Winds lookout. After the walk take in a magnificent outback sunset over Kata Tjuta. Refresh yourself with a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and nibbles.

Day 3: Kings Canyon

Time to relax this morning. In the afternoon travel to Kings Canyon. This evening you may wish to attend the award winning 'Sounds of Firelight' dinner (own expense), exclusive to King Canyon Resort.

Accommodation: Kings Canyon Resort
Kings Canyon Lodge (Budget)
Standard Rooms (Standard)
Deluxe Spa Rooms (Superior, First Class)

Day 4: Depart Kings Canyon

In the cool of the morning join your Driver/Guide for a 3 hour guided climb to and around the rim of Kings Canyon. Marvel at the breathtaking views of Watarrka National Park and into the canyon itself. The rim walk is rocky and steep in places and is recommended for those with a good level of fitness. Alternatively, you may wish to explore the canyon floor, an easier shady walk that follows a trail between the two sheer walls of the canyon. Travel on to Alice Springs or back to Ayers Rock Resort.

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