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Trip Length
8 Days
Trip Starts
Alice Springs
Trip Ends
Uluru
Departures
Mar 2026 to Oct 2026
Countries Visited:
Operator
Outback Spirit
Trip Style
4WD Adventure
Accommodation
4 Star
Budget
Premium
Age Range
18-99 Years
Max. Group Size
26
Guiding Style
Fully Guided
Tour Code
RCE
Itinerary
Welcome to Alice Springs, the heart of Australia, in more ways than one. Today, you'll meet our passionate Outback Spirit crew, who will be looking after you for the next eight days. Check-in at Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters, where we'll stay for the first two nights. Meet your fellow travellers for welcome drinks and a short briefing on what you can expect during the Red Centre Explorer tour, before dinner at the hotel. Stay: Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters (D)
Today, we explore Alice Springs and surrounds and see natural rock formations that are truly spectacular. After breakfast, we'll venture to the West MacDonnell Ranges and enjoy a walk to Simpsons Gap. Known as 'Rungutjirpa' by the Arrernte people, Simpsons Gap is an important spiritual site and home to dozens of rare plants and native wildlife.
We'll then visit Standley Chasm-Angkerle Atwatye, a cultural icon of Central Australia and 100% owned and operated by the Arrernte community. We'll break for morning tea and depart the West MacDonnell Ranges to visit the Alice Springs Desert Park. Here we'll enjoy lunch and immerse ourselves in the stories of the desert that will help us to appreciate and enjoy the beautiful landscape that we are travelling through. T
his evening, we enjoy a classic-style outdoor BBQ and show under the incredible night sky. Stay: Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters (B/L/D)
We'll then visit Standley Chasm-Angkerle Atwatye, a cultural icon of Central Australia and 100% owned and operated by the Arrernte community. We'll break for morning tea and depart the West MacDonnell Ranges to visit the Alice Springs Desert Park. Here we'll enjoy lunch and immerse ourselves in the stories of the desert that will help us to appreciate and enjoy the beautiful landscape that we are travelling through. T
his evening, we enjoy a classic-style outdoor BBQ and show under the incredible night sky. Stay: Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters (B/L/D)
Today, we say goodbye to Alice Springs and go deeper into the outback. First up is a visit to Ellery Creek for a short walk and morning tea, then we travel to Ormiston Gorge to see its towering red cliffs. We'll stop for lunch at Glen Helen, a haven of outback hospitality, before our journey to the mighty Kings Canyon and Watarrka National Park.
As we drive through the outback, we'll take the scenic Mereenie Loop 4WD track through the West MacDonnell Ranges and arrive at Kings Canyon Resort, where we'll spend the next two nights.
Tonight, we dine at Carmichael's, a relaxed space situated in Kings Canyon Resort surrounded by native trees and bushlands. Stay: Kings Canyon Resort (B/L/D)
As we drive through the outback, we'll take the scenic Mereenie Loop 4WD track through the West MacDonnell Ranges and arrive at Kings Canyon Resort, where we'll spend the next two nights.
Tonight, we dine at Carmichael's, a relaxed space situated in Kings Canyon Resort surrounded by native trees and bushlands. Stay: Kings Canyon Resort (B/L/D)
This morning, we depart early to experience the beauty of Kings Canyon. Two walks are available, including the spectacular 6km rim walk, which features breathtaking views of the Watarrka National Park before descending into the 'Garden of Eden'. For those who wish to save energy, a more relaxed walk is also available along the creek on the canyon floor (2.6km).
After the morning's activities, we return to Kings Canyon Resort for lunch and to rest and refresh. The afternoon is spent learning about Aboriginal culture with Karrke Aboriginal Cultural Experience and Tours. In the Aranda language, Karrke is the Aboriginal name for the western Bowerbird, which is native to Central Australia, and our guide will teach us about bush tucker and bush medicines used for spiritual and physical healing.
For those wishing to take the optional helicopter flight over Kings Canyon, today is the day. (at own expense.)
As afternoon turns to evening, we'll enjoy sunset drinks and canapes at Light-Towers, an immersive sound and light installation by the acclaimed artist Bruce Munro. Tonight, we'll enjoy dinner at the newly renovated Kings Canyon Bar & Grill and gather to recall the day's adventures. Stay: Kings Canyon Resort (B/L/D)
After the morning's activities, we return to Kings Canyon Resort for lunch and to rest and refresh. The afternoon is spent learning about Aboriginal culture with Karrke Aboriginal Cultural Experience and Tours. In the Aranda language, Karrke is the Aboriginal name for the western Bowerbird, which is native to Central Australia, and our guide will teach us about bush tucker and bush medicines used for spiritual and physical healing.
For those wishing to take the optional helicopter flight over Kings Canyon, today is the day. (at own expense.)
As afternoon turns to evening, we'll enjoy sunset drinks and canapes at Light-Towers, an immersive sound and light installation by the acclaimed artist Bruce Munro. Tonight, we'll enjoy dinner at the newly renovated Kings Canyon Bar & Grill and gather to recall the day's adventures. Stay: Kings Canyon Resort (B/L/D)
Today is special. We depart Kings Canyon for Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, passing through Kings Creek Station to enjoy an informative paper talk and lunch at Curtin Springs, a million-acre cattle station. In the early afternoon, we arrive at the award-winning Sails in the Desert Hotel, part of the Ayers Rock Resort.
This evening, we are transferred to the Wintjiri Wiru Sunset Dinner. A breathtaking cultural storytelling experience through choreographed drones, lasers and projections illuminating the night sky.
After a short journey from the resort, we venture to an open-air theatre set upon a dune top. Enjoy cocktails infused with native ingredients while taking in the incredible views of Uluru. As darkness descends, enjoy a gourmet dinner hamper where native ingredients are combined with modern techniques to create a balanced and flavourful palette as the night sky lights up before our eyes. Witness the ancient Mala story re-told and feel a powerful connection to country listening to a traditional Inma soundtrack and narration in the local Pitjantjatjara language. Stay: Sails in the Desert Hotel (B/L/D)
This evening, we are transferred to the Wintjiri Wiru Sunset Dinner. A breathtaking cultural storytelling experience through choreographed drones, lasers and projections illuminating the night sky.
After a short journey from the resort, we venture to an open-air theatre set upon a dune top. Enjoy cocktails infused with native ingredients while taking in the incredible views of Uluru. As darkness descends, enjoy a gourmet dinner hamper where native ingredients are combined with modern techniques to create a balanced and flavourful palette as the night sky lights up before our eyes. Witness the ancient Mala story re-told and feel a powerful connection to country listening to a traditional Inma soundtrack and narration in the local Pitjantjatjara language. Stay: Sails in the Desert Hotel (B/L/D)
After breakfast, we depart to discover Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and admire the stunning rock formations on a guided walk into Walpa Gorge, an ancient temple crafted by nature.
We take in the cultural centre and enjoy a guided drive around the base of Uluru, which stands 348 metres above the desert plains. Learn about traditional Anangu culture and why Uluru, one of the largest monoliths in the world, is such a sacred site.
We let our creativity shine this afternoon during the Maruku Arts dot painting workshop. A local Anangu artist will teach us about traditional art, symbols, tools, and more. Through the workshop, you'll have the opportunity to create something to share with your family.
We freshen up back at the resort and prepare for our visit to artist Bruce Munro's global phenomenon 'Field of Light'. Aptly named Tili Wiru Tjuta Nyakutjaku (looking at lots of beautiful lights), 'Field of Light' features 50,000 slender stems crowned with radiant frosted spheres spread across an area the size of 7 football fields.
Departing the hotel before sunset, we head to an exclusive dune top location with majestic views of Uluru. Enjoy drinks and canapes as Field of Light gently illuminates and the 50,000 glass spheres come to life. After your host provides some insights into this remarkable installation, you'll explore the stunning display via the dedicated pathways. This evening, we return to the hotel for dinner. Please note that dinner this evening will be at approximately 9 pm. Stay: Sails in the Desert Hotel (B/L/D)
We take in the cultural centre and enjoy a guided drive around the base of Uluru, which stands 348 metres above the desert plains. Learn about traditional Anangu culture and why Uluru, one of the largest monoliths in the world, is such a sacred site.
We let our creativity shine this afternoon during the Maruku Arts dot painting workshop. A local Anangu artist will teach us about traditional art, symbols, tools, and more. Through the workshop, you'll have the opportunity to create something to share with your family.
We freshen up back at the resort and prepare for our visit to artist Bruce Munro's global phenomenon 'Field of Light'. Aptly named Tili Wiru Tjuta Nyakutjaku (looking at lots of beautiful lights), 'Field of Light' features 50,000 slender stems crowned with radiant frosted spheres spread across an area the size of 7 football fields.
Departing the hotel before sunset, we head to an exclusive dune top location with majestic views of Uluru. Enjoy drinks and canapes as Field of Light gently illuminates and the 50,000 glass spheres come to life. After your host provides some insights into this remarkable installation, you'll explore the stunning display via the dedicated pathways. This evening, we return to the hotel for dinner. Please note that dinner this evening will be at approximately 9 pm. Stay: Sails in the Desert Hotel (B/L/D)
Early risers will experience the sun rising over Uluru this morning and the colours of dawn spreading across the landscape. Breakfast is at the hotel before we depart for the Mala Walk. Admire the fine examples of rock art along this walk before arriving at Kantju Gorge, a place of profound peacefulness surrounded by sheer vertical walls.
We return to the hotel for lunch with a free afternoon ahead of us, which you can spend at your leisure or participate in additional touring of the area, including a visit to the Gallery of Central Australia and a Bush Tucker Experience.
This evening, we'll enjoy the unique 'Sounds of Silence' dining experience under the stars. Offering the best of the Red Centre distilled into four magical hours, the evening begins with canapes and chilled sparkling wine served on a viewing platform overlooking the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. As the sun sets and darkness falls, listen to the sound of the didgeridoo and enjoy a premium bush tucker-inspired buffet incorporating native bush ingredients. Afterwards, settle back and listen to the resident star talker decode the southern night sky.
After this incredible experience, we return to Sails in the Desert for our final night. Stay: Sails in the Desert Hotel (B/L/D)
We return to the hotel for lunch with a free afternoon ahead of us, which you can spend at your leisure or participate in additional touring of the area, including a visit to the Gallery of Central Australia and a Bush Tucker Experience.
This evening, we'll enjoy the unique 'Sounds of Silence' dining experience under the stars. Offering the best of the Red Centre distilled into four magical hours, the evening begins with canapes and chilled sparkling wine served on a viewing platform overlooking the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. As the sun sets and darkness falls, listen to the sound of the didgeridoo and enjoy a premium bush tucker-inspired buffet incorporating native bush ingredients. Afterwards, settle back and listen to the resident star talker decode the southern night sky.
After this incredible experience, we return to Sails in the Desert for our final night. Stay: Sails in the Desert Hotel (B/L/D)
Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel before we drive to the Yulara township just outside Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. If your flight home is out of Ayers Rock Airport we will say farewell, otherwise we will journey back to Alice Springs where the Red Centre Explorer tour comes to an end. (B)
Trip Inclusions
Moments of Magic
- Uluru - Stand in awe of the second largest monolith in the world. Rising from the outback desert, the impressive rock formation carries great spiritual and cultural significance. Watch the sun set over this breathtaking spectacle.
- Field of Light - This spectacular exhibition by acclaimed international artist Bruce Munro is a must-see attraction. As darkness falls over Uluru, be amazed as more than 50,000 stems crowned with frosted-glass spheres fill the landscape with colour and light.
Tour Highlights
- Admire the internationally acclaimed 'Field of Light' display at Uluru and watch as it illuminates the desert night with dazzling effect
- Discover the incredible rugged beauty of Australia's red centre
- Visit World Heritage Listed Uluru and enjoy a guided base tour
- Explore the rock formations of Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) and Walpa Gorge
- Early risers will experience the magic and beauty of the sun rising over Uluru
- Visit Kings Canyon for a guided scenic walk and journey through the West MacDonnell Ranges, visiting Standley Chasm and Ormiston Gorge
- Dine under the stars at the 'Sounds of Silence' dining experience
- Stay at the 5-star Sails in the Desert Hotel
- All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) included. Complimentary beverages from a selected list included at lunch and dinner (when dining at licensed venues only).
- Hotel and resort accommodation
- All park and entry fees, including the Field of Light installation at Uluru
- Travel aboard a 5-star 4WD Mercedes Benz tour vehicle
- Outback Spirit Explorer Pack (for first-time travellers only)
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change
- Prices are for land tour only, flights not included unless specified
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Choosing Outback Spirit means choosing an award-winning tour operator. We’re proud to have been acknowledged for consistently delivering professional and authentic adventures to remote destinations of Australia. From the very beginning, Outback Spirit has focused on offering a more personal, intimate and rewarding experience more on its adventure tours. Of course, that can only be achieved by travelling in a small group of like-minded travellers.
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Dates & Pricing
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Monday
16 Mar 2026
16 Mar 26
Alice Springs
Monday
23 Mar 2026
23 Mar 26
Uluru
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Definite Departure
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Was: $5,316
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Thursday
19 Mar 2026
19 Mar 26
Alice Springs
Thursday
26 Mar 2026
26 Mar 26
Uluru
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Definite Departure
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Was: $5,316
US$4,784
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Monday
23 Mar 2026
23 Mar 26
Alice Springs
Monday
30 Mar 2026
30 Mar 26
Uluru
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Thursday
26 Mar 2026
26 Mar 26
Alice Springs
Thursday
02 Apr 2026
02 Apr 26
Uluru
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Monday
30 Mar 2026
30 Mar 26
Alice Springs
Monday
06 Apr 2026
06 Apr 26
Uluru
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Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Outback Spirit. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Outback Spirit. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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