"Return to the 'golden era' of train travel on-board the legendary Ghan. Journey through the heart of outback Australia in comfort and style, discovering the Red Centre's famous icons including Ayers Rock (Uluru), the Olgas (Kata Tjuta), kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park and Alice Springs".      

Spectacular Sightseeing Experiences
•   Travel on the legendary Ghan train
•   Visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service and School of the Air
•   Enjoy the Aboriginal guided Desert Discovery Tour 
•   See spectacular Standley Chasm, Simpsons Gap and the West MacDonnell Ranges
•   View unique Australian animals at the Alice Springs Desert Park
•   Climb to the rim of mighty Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park
•   Walk between the red domes of Kata Tjuta (The Olgas)
•   Enjoy a glass of wine while watching sunset over Uluru (Ayers Rock)

Aboriginal Cultural Experience

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First Class Vacation Inclusions
Accommodation
•   Travel in first class comfort in a sleeping berth on the legendary Ghan train
•   Rooms with private facilities in first class, centrally located hotels

Dining Inclusions
•   Dinner and breakfast on-board the Ghan
•   Picnic lunch in the West MacDonnell Ranges

Plus
•   Your Driver/Guides are the local experts, with vast knowledge of the regions they call home.
.  Complimentary airport transfer on arrival in Adelaide and departure in Alice Springs.

Day 1: Adelaide - Alice Springs
You will be met on arrival at Adelaide Airport (flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm) and transferred to Keswick Railway Station to join the Ghan. This afternoon begin the 1,559 km journey in first class comfort to Alice Springs. (D) 

Day 2: Alice Springs
Enjoy a continental breakfast before arriving mid morning . You will be met at the station and transferred to your hotel. This afternoon tour the points of interest around Alice Springs including the Telegraph Station, Alice Springs Reptile Centre, Royal Flying Doctor Service, School of the Air and views of Alice Springs from Anzac Hill. (CB)

Overnight: Alice Springs Resort , 4 nights. 

Day 3: Desert Discovery Tour
a   This morning spend time with a local Aboriginal guide as we travel to a site of significance to the Arrente people, on a Desert Discovery Tour. Enjoy demonstrations of boomerang and spear throwing, and learn about traditional sources for food and medicine. There will be an opportunity to sample bush foods. Following a morning tea of damper and billy tea, learn about tribal life, languages, art, music and enjoy a dance performance.      

Day 4: Alice Springs at leisure
Enjoy a full day at leisure in this unique outback town. There are a number of optional tours available today including a 4WD Safari into Palm Valley, an oasis in the desert.

Day 5: West MacDonnell Ranges - Alice Springs Desert Park
Travel through the West MacDonnell Ranges, renowned throughout the world for its spectacular scenery. We stop at Simpsons Gap and also explore Standley Chasm, a narrow crevice in the ranges. This afternoon visit the informative Alice Springs Desert Park. See the handlers demonstrating the hunting skills of Australia's ' Birds of Prey ' and see many other unique animals. (L)

Day 6: Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) – Uluru (Ayers Rock)
An early start for Ayers Rock Resort. Stop at a camel farm for a morning tea and later stop to view Mt. Conner, before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. This afternoon visit Kata Tjuta, before watching the spectacle of the sun setting on Uluru and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine.

Overnight: Desert Gardens Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort.

Day 7: Uluru (Ayers Rock) Kings Canyon
Rise early to view sunrise over Uluru. You may wish to make the climb to the top of this monolith. Later tour around its base. There is time to take an optional scenic flight and visit the Uluru - Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. Depart Ayers Rock Resort for Kings Canyon Resort.

Overnight: Kings Canyon Resort - Rangeview Rooms. 

Day 8: Kings Canyon - Alice Springs
This morning join the rocky climb to the rim of Kings Canyon and enjoy the marvellous views of Watarrka National Park. Alternatively, you may wish to explore the boulder-strewn Canyon floor. This afternoon make the return journey to Alice Springs.

Overnight: Alice Springs Resort.

Day 9: Depart Alice Springs
You will be transferred to Alice Springs Airport to connect with your onward flight (flight anytime) 

Flight Information:
Day 1- Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Adelaide
Day 9-Flights anytime ex Alice Springs

Departs: Friday and Sunday 

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