Territory and Outback Australian
Trips for 18 - 35 Year - Young Professionals and College
Students
Overview
Travel the land 'Down Under'. Sleep under
the stars in a bush camp, take a hot air balloon ride that will leave you in
awe, then grab a cold beer with all your friends at one of the oldest Territory
pubs. Gorgeous gorges and national parks leave you breathless as Aboriginal art
abounds while you get to know the backyard of Australia. Darwin offers the draw
of the big city with shopping and nightlife not to be missed. Why stop there?
Take your new found love of 'Down Under' and set out exploring the rest of this
island continent with a Beaches and Reefs or Rainforest
Adventure.
Itinerary
Day 1 and 2 Depart for Australia Fly over the international date line on your way to
Australia.
Day 3 Arrive Alice
Springs Check into the Alice Springs All Seasons Oasis Hotel after
2:00pm, the rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore.
Day 4 Alice
Springs Meet your crew and start your tour with visits to Alice
Springs Desert Park to see unique Outback animals, then its on to
Simpson's Gap for a group photo. Later we see ANZAC Hill and the Old
Telegraph Station. Tonight you'll be get to know your fellow travellers.
Hotel (D)
Day 5 Alice Springs to
Kings Creek Station Cross the Finke River, the oldest river in the world, to
Kings Creek Station to experience a working camel station. Tonight, sleep
under the stars in true outback style. Outback bush camp (B,D)
Day 6 Kings
Creek Station to Uluru Up early to take in the stunning sights as we wander along
the ridge of Kings Canyon and discover the Garden of Eden and the Lost
City.Then we'll drive past amazing Mt Connor, to reach the modern Yulara
Resort, our accommodation for the next two nights. Watch the sun set and
rise over Uluru and explore this world-famous monolith. Lodge (B)
Day 7 Uluru Up early to see the mixed colours of Uluru's sunrise. The
adventurous will have time to walk around or climb the famous Rock. Later
we visit Kata Tjuta (The Olgas). Lodge (B)
Day 8 Uluru to
Alice Springs Today we visit a traditional roadhouse on our way to Alice
Springs. Maybe join us for dinner tonight to try outback delicacies like
crocodile and emu. Hotel (B)
Day 9 Alice Springs to
Tennant Creek Why not take the opportunity of a lifetime and see the dawn
break over the MacDonnell Ranges from a hot air balloon, and upon
returning to terra firma feast on chicken and champagne? We'll cross the
Tropic of Capricorn on our way to the Devils Marbles. Then north to
Tennant Creek which is the site of the last gold rush in Australia. Hotel
(D)
Day 10 Tenant
Creek to Katherine
Heading north, we stop by Renner Springs, which serves as a
border between the lush tropics of the north and the red desert of
Australia’s centre.Next up: the oldest pub in the Northern Territory, Daly
Waters, licensed since 1893. Check out the knick-knacks and memorabilia
that cover the walls of this Australian institution. Grab a bite to eat
here and maybe meet a local character or two. Hotel.(B)
Day 11 Katherine to
Kakadu National Park to
Darwin Kick start the day with our optional cruise through the
gorgeous Nitmiluk Gorge. This National Park serves up vivid orange cliffs
and rock formations that have been carved out by the river over hundreds’
of years. Keep an eye open for fresh water crocs and learn about local
wildlife and folklore from our Local Guide. Hotel (B) (D)
Day 12 Kakadu National
Park Rise early and you have the chance to see the wonders of
Kakadu from the air. This scenic flight will leave you breathless and it's
not the altitude. You really will understand why this is a world heritage
region. Then on to Nourlangie Rock, famous for its Aboriginal art. View
the wetlands and spend the afternoon on a wildlife cruise. Hotel (B)
Day 13 Kakadu
National Park to Darwin
Today, we head to Darwin. After free time for lunch, we hit
the Darwin Museum and find out about the unlucky past of the Northern
Territory’s capital. Hotel (B)
Day 14 Darwin
and Litchfield National Park
On the way to stunning Litchfield National Park, we stop by
the termite mounds, a local natural curiosity. These mounds are up to 4
metres high and are literally magnetic – your Tour Manager will fill you
in on the details.Then we hit the famous falls that make up the park – 4
waterfalls pour over a wide plateau into deep, picture-perfect waterholes
surrounded by thick rainforest. Experience this natural playground and
take a dip in the transparent waters.(B)
Dates &
Prices
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| June 24 |
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| October 14 |
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*Prices are not guaranteed until time of
booking
Important Trip
Details
- Tour starts in Alice Springs and ends in
Darwin
- Depart 9:00 am and finish 6pm
- Prices are based on Twin room
- Single supplement: $480
- Quad share reduction: $235
- Tour starts in Cairns and ends in
Sydney
- Depart 7:30 am and finish 8am
- Prices are based on Twin room
- Single supplement: $955
- Quad share reduction: $469
- All tour prices are land only. Air is available on
request
Highlights
All these highlights along
with city sightseeing are included in your tour price!
Included
- Alice Springs: City sightseeing tour; Visit ANZAC Hill
lookout; See Alice Springs Telegraph Station; Visit Alice Springs Desert
Park to see the unique Outback animals; Visit the West MacDonnell
National Park
- Simpson's Gap: Visit the important Aboriginal cultural
site, home to the blackfooted wallaby
- Erldunda & Mt. Ebenezer: Visit a traditional Outback
Roadhouse; Spot kangaroos in their natural habitat; See the unusually
shaped Mt. Connor
- Uluru: Uluru National Park entrance fee; Visit Uluru at
sunset and sunrise; Hike the base of Uluru; Visit the Uluru Cultural
Centre; Relax in the Yularu Resort; Visit Kata Tjuta (The Olga's) &
hike the Valley of the Winds
- Kings Creek Station: Visit the cattle & camel station;
Enjoy an evening bush camp; See the desert night sky &
stars
- Kings Canyon: Visit Kings Canyon in Watarrka National
Park; Hike along the canyon ridge; Visit the 'Garden of Eden' waterhole
and the 'Lost City'
- Ti Tree: Visit the Red Sands Art Gallery to see Aboriginal
art & didgeridoos
- Wycliffe Well: Visit the town known for its UFO
sightings
- Devil's Marbles: Visit the rock formation
- Tennant Creek: Visit the site of Australia's last gold
rush
- Daly Waters: Visit the famous Outback pub
- Mataranka: Swim in the thermal pools; Visit Elsey, the
historic "We of the Never Never" homestead
- Katherine: Visit Katherine Gorge & see the sheer rock
walls and wildlife
- Kakadu National Park: Stay in Kakadu National Park; Hike
to see the Aboriginal rock art; Visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural
Centre; Cruise to see crocodiles & native bird life
- Darwin: City sightseeing tour; See the harbour & East
Point Military Reserve; Visit the Darwin Museum to see the Cyclone Tracy
display
- Litchfield National Park: See the termite mounds; See the
rainforests & sandstone formations; Enjoy a swim at Florence
Falls
Accommodations
- 11 nights twin share accommodation
- Breakfasts (B) and Dinners (D) – as per
itinerary
- Free ‘Travellers Guide’ information book
Optional Excursions
Alice Springs
- Aboriginal Dreamtime Bushtucker Tour
- Aboriginal people introduce you to their lifestyle and
beliefs. The men will demonstrate the use of their hunting weapons
and you'll be tempted by a variety of bush foods prepared by the
women.
- Overlanders Steakhouse 'Drovers Blowout'
Meal
- Choose from what must be considered the world's most
unique banquet. Perhaps kangaroo, crocodile, or camel takes your
fancy, or maybe buffalo or emu? They are all available for you to
try. After dinner join in the fun and entertainment.
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Put your alarm on for an early start! This adventure
begins at dawn and with your help the balloon is filled and made
ready for lift off! The next half hour is peacefully spent mid-air,
gazing at the unique desert colours that make up the MacDonnell
Range. Price includes insurance levy.
- Group Photograph
- Smile please! A group photograph is a great souvenir
of your Outback tour. Not only does this photograph capture you and
your tour friends, but also the superb colours and landforms that are
typical of Central Australia.
Kings Canyon
- Scenic Helicopter Flight
- Appreciate the scale and grandeur of this rugged
Canyon from the air. The best way to fly!
- Quad Bike Excursion
- Explore Kings Creek Station on a 4-wheeled 'Quad
bike'. A fun way to go 'Out Back'.
- Camel Ride
- Travel the Outback the way the early explorers did!
Ride with a friend on one of these magnificent desert beasts as they
wander through this outback station.
Uluru
- Uluru & the Olgas Scenic Flights
- Only in the air is it possible to realise the beauty
and spectacular shape of Uluru (Ayers Rock) and the huge rock
formations that make up Kata Tjuta (The Olgas). Fixed-wing or
helicopter flights provide passengers with a fascinating commentary
plus the best photo opportunities of these two Australian
icons.
- Harley Davidson Motorcycle Tour
- Take a 'wild' ride on the back of a famed Harley
Davidson motorcycle around the base of Uluru. A classic ride on an
iconic vehicle.
- Uluru Champagne Sunset
- See the amazing colors of the Outback at sunset, and
raise a toast to your fellow travellers! What better place in the
world to enjoy the sunset.
Katherine
- Katherine Gorge Cruise
- What better way to experience the beauty of Nitmiluk
(Katherine) Gorge than by a cruise? Travel past the sheer walls
carved from centuries of erosion. See freshwater crocodiles basking
in the sun and hear the tales of the gorge from a local expert
guide.
Kakadu National Park
- Kakadu Scenic Flight
- The best way to appreciate the features of the Arnhem
escarpment and the environment that is so special for the Northern
Territory Aboriginals is by air. Fly over the vast contrasting
landscape of this inspiring World Heritage National Park and keep
your eyes open for crocodiles and wild horses.
Darwin
- Group photograph
- A great souvenir of your trip and an excellent way to
remember the new friends you have made on tour.
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