Uluru Adventure from Alice Springs (884)

Location(s):

Ayers Rock (Uluru).

Description:

Rising from the desert sands, this massive creation from the dawn of time will overwhelm you. The richness of
colour changing by the hour, the powerful presence of the Aboriginal Tjukurpa (dreaming) and the enormity of this symbol of the Australian Outback. Traverse the Walpa Gorge at Kata Tjuta (Olgas), a tumbled mass of protruding
rock domes. Nothing will prepare you for your first close up of Uluru (Ayers Rock); its ancient mystery, its spirit and its wonder. Visit this monolith of Uluru...... and stand in awe!

HIGHLIGHTS:

Head out South Road and on to the Stuart Highway passing the West MacDonnell Ranges
Take a break at Jim's Place, Stuart's Well - a typical outback roadside stop - there's time for breakfast, light or cooked (own expense)
Cross remote endless plains and experience the vast openness of Outback Australia
Erldunda and Mt Ebenezer
Stunning sand ridges clad with desert oaks
Enjoy a complimentary Billy Tea or a cool drink with a lamington cake while taking in superb views of Mt Conner mesa
Look for massive road trains
Yulara - a modern desert tourist resort town
Experience the presence of Uluru - the massive stone heart of Australia
Learn of Aboriginal Tjukurpa and rock art on the Mala Walk
Take a complete circuit tour around the base of Uluru learning of the geology and legends of the rock
Take a guided walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole and see Aboriginal rock art
Learn of the law, legends and bush tucker of the Anangu people
Visit the Uluru and Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre and learn about Aboriginal culture and art
Uluru base - see it, touch it perhaps even climb it#
Visit Kata Tjuta - walking trails lead to cool valleys and secluded waterholes
Witness an Uluru sunset while sipping sparkling wine or juice followed by a sunset buffet consisting of cold meats, garden salad and bread
Return to Alice Springs stopping for a snack stop (own expense) and enjoy an on-board Australian movie.

Operator Name:

Gray Line Sightseeing Day Tours

Operator Description:

If you want to see some of the best destinations Australia has to offer, Grey Line Sightseeing day tours can take you there. Gray Line is one of the biggest day tour providers in Australia with coach tours departing from and showcasing destinations like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Hobart, Darwin and Adelaide. Grey Line can also take you to explore the beautiful destinations surrounding the capital cities like The Great Ocean Road, Blue Mountains, Phillip Island, Kangaroo Island, Rottnest Island, The Gold Coast and even as far north as Cairns, the Daintree Rainforest and Kakadu. The red centre is also a hit with Ayers Rock and Alice spring tours on their list of amazing and inspiring sightseeing day tours. With almost all tours offering door to door pickup services Grey Line make touring your must see destinations a breeze and the service and comfort offered make for an experience you will never forget. We look forward to welcoming you aboard one of our fleet of 85 vehicles throughout Australia and hope we can be a part of making your Australian holiday that little bit more special.

Additional Info:

# The Uluru climb may be closed at anytime due to Aboriginal cultural requirements or extreme weather conditions.

* Park entry not included. The Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park entry fee is a government charge payable directly to the Park and is not included in the fare. The entry fee of $25 is valid 3 days and was correct at the time of printing. It is subject to change without notice. Children no Charge.