Central Australia Escape

Departures & Pricing

Cabin grades, balcony upgrades and pre-cruise hotel options are quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Itinerary

1. 1

   Arrive Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

   Welcome to the Outback. Be met on arrival in Uluru and transfer to your hotel, Sails in the Desert. Spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure. You might like to make use of your hotel’s amenities and take a dip in the pool. Tonight, you will meet your fellow travellers during a relaxed welcome dinner.

2. 2

   Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

   Rise early to explore the base of Uluru before the crowds arrive. It’s cooler this time of morning, with the Outback’s scorching heat yet to settle in. As you walk around the base of Uluru with a guide, hear stories from the Dreamtime, as well as the history behind this ancient landmark. Afterwards, visit the Cultural Centre and learn about the Anangu people, the traditional landowners of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. This evening, enjoy a special Signature Experience.

   Signature Experience - Sounds of Silence Dinner

   Dine under the stars at a memorable Sounds of Silence dinner. With Uluru visible in the distance, toast the scene with a glass of sparkling and feast on a delicious bush tucker-inspired buffet, while the music from a didgeridoo sets the scene. As night falls, watch the land around Uluru light up with thousands of coloured lights as far as the eye can see. The Field of Light is world-renowned and guaranteed to be a highlight of your trip.

3. 3

   Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Kings Canyon

   Enjoy more time to explore Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Visit Kata Tjuta, also known as The Olgas, an area of over 20 square kilometres consisting of 36 domes. These domes soar up to 546 metres, forming deep valleys and steep-sided gorges. An important Anangu cultural site, Kata Tjuta translates to ‘many heads’. Later this afternoon, step aboard your 4WD and make the journey to Kings Canyon.

4. 4

   Kings Canyon

   Journey into the heart of Watarrka National Park today, where unspoiled bush and red rock canyons create an amazing experience. The Luritja people have called Watarrka National Park home for more than 20,000 years. You might like to join an optional scenic flight over Kings Canyon to take in a different perspective of the towering red rock cliffs (own expense).

   Signature Experience - Kings Canyon Rim Walk

   Embark on the Kings Canyon Rim Walk. On this challenging hike, venture around the rim of the canyon’s incredible sandstone walls, then after reaching the lookout, marvel at the canyon itself. About halfway along is the Garden of Eden, featuring a waterhole and riverine vegetation.

   Signature Experience - See Kings Canyon Light Towers

   Light-Towers, located at Discovery Resorts – Kings Canyon, presents an enchanting fusion of sound and light crafted by renowned British artist Bruce Munro. Widely celebrated for his iconic Field of Light art installation at Uluru, Munro's latest creation brings magical illumination to Kings Canyon

5. 5

   Kings Canyon, Alice Springs

   It’s back aboard your trusty 4WD to travel from Kings Canyon along the Mereenie Loop Road to Alice Springs. En route, stop at at Gosses Bluff Crater for lunch. You’ll arrive in Alice Springs this afternoon. Upon arrival, take a tour of the remote township.

6. 6

   Alice Springs, West MacDonnell Ranges

   Today, journey to the West MacDonnell Ranges (Tjoritja). Visit Simpsons Gap, a scenic area and a sacred spiritual site to the Arrernte people, where several legendary Dreamtime stories are said to have taken place. Here, a watering hole is nestled among the towering cliffs, ideal for wildlife viewing including black-footed rock wallabies.

   Continue to Angkerle and follow a creek, where spring-fed pools attract a variety of unique birdlife. Visit Standley Chasm and walk among soaring red cliffs, before travelling to Ormiston Gorge to soak in superb views of the MacDonnell Ranges while admiring the unique flora of the area. The remainder of the afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure. This evening, an authentic Outback Signature Experience awaits.

   Signature Experience – Outback Bush Barbecue

   Delight in an evening of exceptional entertainment and outback dining, set against the dramatic backdrop of the remote East MacDonnell Ranges. Savour a gourmet two-course bush barbecue paired with premium beverages, as a talented bush balladeer brings Australia’s rich heritage to life through timeless song.

7. 7

   Depart Alice Springs

   Your outback journey comes to an end today. After breakfast, be transferred to Alice Springs Airport for your onward flight.

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