Darwin, Katherine, Alice Springs, Uluru, Kings Canyon. 8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS! Cost: from $3250.00 per person Valid for travel 1/4/08 to 31/3/09     Includes: • Gold Service • All meals as specified in your itinerary (B) breakfast, (L) lunch & (D) dinner. • Touring in the Northern Territory by luxury coach.  • Walking at Walpa Gorge at Kata Tjuta (Olgas). • Walking at Uluru and Kings Canyon. • Entry fees to National Parks. • Quality accommodation. • Station transfers in Darwin and Alice Springs.   Note: The traditional owners would prefer that visitors do not climb Uluru.

Day 1: Friday

Darwin. After making your own way to Darwin it’s time to check in to the Darwin Central Hotel for your overnight stay.

Day 2: Saturday

Darwin to Katherine This morning it’s time to join The Ghan where you’ll travel South to Katherine and stop for around 4 hours giving you enough time to look around town or enjoy a spectacular Whistle Stop Tour† at Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park. (BLD)

Day 3: Sunday

Alice Springs On arrival in Alice Springs, check in to the Voyages Alice Springs Resort. This afternoon is at your leisure. (B)

Day 4: Friday

Uluru (Ayers Rock) & Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) Board your coach and travel to Uluru through the West MacDonnell and James Ranges. Visit the Outback Camel Farm, pass Atila (Mt Conner) before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. This afternoon, drive out to the magnificent domes of Kata Tjuta and walk deep into Walpa (Olga) Gorge. Travel to sunset strip to view Uluru at sunset. Admire the magnificent light display before returning to Ayers Rock Resort, Desert Gardens Hotel. (B)   Optional Add On: Include an Uluru (Ayers Rock) Aussie Barbecue $115 pp extra. Enjoy the taste of a true Aussie- style barbecue dinner near the mighty Australian icon of Uluru (Ayers Rock). Relax in the heart of the rugged Red Centre and savour the mouth-watering flavours of beef, kangaroo and sizzling sausages. Admire the sight of the sun sinking below the desert plain, gradually revealing a magnificent Outback night sky.

Day 5: Tuesday

Uluru (Ayers Rock) & Kings Canyon Rise early and enjoy a tea or coffee as the sun casts its first rays on Uluru. Take a guided walk to Mutitjulu waterhole. Tour the base of Uluru and learn about the geology and flora of the region on the guided Mala Walk, or you can climb Uluru. Visit the Cultural Centre and the Maruku Arts and Craft Cooperative. This afternoon travel to Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park. Overnight at the Kings Canyon Resort.   Optional Add On: Include a Sounds of Firelight dinner $143 pp extra. Dine at a table for two in a wilderness setting under a canopy of the Southern Night sky where the only light comes from the moon and the flickering glow of the fire. Enjoy a superb six course set menu accompanied by some of Australia’s finest wines. A fantastic way to unwind.

Day 6: Wednesday

Kings Canyon and Alice Springs Today you can enjoy a guided walk to the rim of Kings Canyon (requires a good degree of fitness). Alternatively, join an easier walk along the canyon floor. Continue on to Alice Springs, stopping en route at Kings Creek Cattle Station, before returning to Alice Springs and the Voyages Alice Springs Resort.

Day 7: Thursday

Rejoin The Ghan to Adelaide Your morning is free to relax or take in one of the fantastic tours listed on page 32 before you transfer to the station. Enjoy Gold Service as you head South overnight to Port Augusta. (BD - light lunch served on train)

Day 8: Friday

Arrive Adelaide Enjoy one last breakfast on board before ending your holiday at Adelaide Parklands Rail Terminal. (B)Reverse Itineraries Adelaide departs on Wednesday.

 

FARES - Total Package Per Person Twin Share from ($) (CODE P34)
	Days	Adult $	Single Supp	Pens. / CSHC $	Single Supp
DARWIN TO ADELAIDE OR VV Code 834DA Red Sleeper Service ($2770 pp)	8	3250	600	2600	620