AAT Kings Short Breaks (Red Centre)

2 day Alice Springs Explorer Short Break

Stop to view Atila (Mt. Conner), often mistaken for Uluru, before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. Join your Driver Guide for a tour around the base of Uluru and to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. View ancient rock art and learn about the Aboriginal and European history of the area. Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre.

Late afternoon, travel to the Uluru sunset viewing area. Witness and photograph the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset while enjoying nibbles and sparkling wine.

Optional Experience: Add-on the Uluru Barbecue Dinner

Drive through sandhill country towards Kings Canyon, stopping for a breakfast at Kings Creek Station. Climb to the rim of the canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park on a 3 hour walk around the canyon with your guide and learn about its geology. Alternatively, enjoy a more leisurely 1.5 hour walk along the boulder-strewn canyon creek bed.

Please quote Short Break code AK20 when booking.

2 day Camels, Uluṟu & Kata Tjuṯa Short Break

Visit a camel farm and stop to view Atila en-route to Ayers Rock Resort. Explore the mystical 36 domes of Kata Tjuta. Spend some time exploring Walpa Gorge and the unusual conglomerate rock formations. The walking trail through the gorge follows the natural creek bed between two of the tallest domes of Kata Tjuta. From the Uluṟu sunset viewing area witness and photograph the striking colour changes at sunset while enjoying nibbles and complimentary wine.
Rise early to watch the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre alight while enjoying a warming cup of tea, coffee or hot chocolate. Later, join your guide for a drive around the base of Uluṟu and be escorted to the beautiful Mutiṯjulu Waterhole. View Aboriginal rock paintings and learn about the area before your experience concludes in Alice Springs.

Please quote Short Break code ARA2 when booking.

2 day Red Centre Explorer Short Break

Enjoy a guided drive around the base of Uluru. Continue to the Kuniya Walk, where you’ll be escorted to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. View ancient rock art and learn about the flora and fauna and the Aboriginal and European history of Uluru. Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre to see Aboriginal arts and crafts. Later in the afternoon, travel to the Uluru sunset viewing area. Witness the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset while enjoying nibbles and sparkling wine.
Watch the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre alight while enjoying a warming cup of tea or coffee. This afternoon travel through beautiful and rugged scenery, as your Driver Guide talks about key landmarks, while sharing some local history and stories on the many sights you’ll pass en route. You’ll be amazed at the sight of Atila (Mt. Conner).

Please quote Short Break code RA01 when booking.

2 day Uluṟu Highlights Short Break

Travel to the superb Kata Tjuta and marvel at its ancient domes while on a Walpa Gorge walk. Later, travel to the Uluṟu sunset viewing area to witness the striking colour changes of Uluṟu at sunset while enjoying complimentary wine and nibbles. The following day, watch the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre alight then join your guide for a drive around the base of Uluṟu. Take the Kuniya Walk where you will be escorted to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. Visit the Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre which houses an amazing collection of original ceramics, paintings and woodwork that provide an insight into the unique and spiritual culture of the Anangu people, the traditional custodians of Uluru.

Please quote Short Break code YY43 when booking.

2 day Uluṟu Unearthed Short Break

Travel through the West MacDonnell and James Ranges. Stop at a camel farm before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. Travel to magnificent Kata Tjuta and walk between the domes in Walpa Gorge before travelling to the Uluṟu sunset viewing area. Enjoy a spectacular sunset and the changing colours of Uluru while enjoying complimentary wine.
Watch the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre alight. and join your Driver Guide for a drive around the base of Uluṟu. Continue to the Kuniya Walk, where you will be escorted to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. This waterhole was a key source of water for the Aboriginal people in the area and had been in use for many thousands of years. See Aboriginal rock art and hear about the Aboriginal and European history of the area. Visit the Uluṟu - Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre home to an amazing collection of original paintings and punu (woodwork) that provide an insight into the unique and spiritual culture of the Anangu people, the traditional custodians of Uluṟu.

Please quote Short Break code AY74 when booking.

3 day Centre Highlights Short Break

Explore Kata Tjuta, watch the gorgeous sunrise at Uluru and take in panoramic views of the southern side of mystical Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) on your way to Walpa Gorge.

Explore Mutitjulu Waterhole and learn about Aboriginal rock art as your Driver Guide points out native flora and fauna and talks about the history of Uluru.

Witness the striking colour changes of an Uluru from the viewing platform area, while enjoying sparkling wine and nibbles. Travel to our exclusive venue to enjoy our delicious award-winning barbecue dinner and stargazing (weather permitting). Enjoy sparkling wine on arrival and dine on a meal of steak, lamb sausages, skewered chicken, garlic prawns and a selection of fresh salads and a tasty dessert. All accompanied by a selection of wines, beers and soft drinks.

Rise early for your drive through sandhill country towards Kings Canyon, stopping for a breakfast at Kings Creek Station. Climb to the rim of the canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park (for those with a good level of fitness). Alternatively, enjoy a more leisurely 1.5 hour walk along the boulderstrewn creek bed. This afternoon travel on to Alice Springs.

Please quote Short Break code YA62 when booking.

3 day Kings Canyon & Uluru Explorer Short Break

Visit a camel farm where there’s time for a ride on one of these ‘ships of the desert’ (own expense) and later stop to view majestic Atila (Mt. Conner)..

This afternoon join your Driver Guide for a tour around the base of Uluru and to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. View ancient rock art and learn about the Aboriginal and European history of the area. Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. Late afternoon witness the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset while enjoying nibbles and sparkling wine.Optional Experience: Add-on the Uluru Barbecue Dinner

Drive through sandhill country towards Kings Canyon, stopping for breakfast at Kings Creek Station. Make the rocky climb to the rim of the canyon and be rewarded with marvellous views of Watarrka National Park. Alternatively, explore the boulder-strewn canyon creek bed, an easier walk.

Watch the gorgeous sunrise at Uluru then travel to the mystical domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) arriving at the base of Walpa Gorge. Spend time exploring the gorge. or walking the trail through Walpa Gorge along the natural creek bed between two of the tallest domes of Kata Tjuta.

Please quote Short Break code AK40 when booking.

3 day Red Centre Experience Short Break

Visit a camel farm where there is time for a short camel ride (own expense). Later stop to view Atila (Mt. Conner) often mistaken for Uluru.

This afternoon, join your Driver Guide for a drive around the base of Uluru to a guided walk to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. See Aboriginal rock art and hear about the Aboriginal and European history of the area. Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. Late afternoon, travel to the Uluru sunset viewing area. Witness and photograph the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset while enjoying nibbles and sparkling wine.

Rise early and watch the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre alight. Later, continue to the mystical domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Walk through Walpa Gorge, where the trail follows the natural creek bed between two of the tallest domes of Kata Tjuta.

This evening dine under a millions stars at the Sounds of Silence Dinner. Enjoy a gourmet buffet of Australian delicacies accompanied by fine Australian wines, then sit back and relax as a startalker takes you on a tour of the southern night sky (weather conditions permitting).

Please quote Short Break code AY46 when booking.

3 day Red Centre Sights & Sounds Short Break

Spend the evening dining under a million stars at the award winning Sounds of Silence Dinner. Enjoy a gourmet buffet of Australian delicacies accompanied by fine Australian wines, then sit back and relax as a star talker takes you on a tour of the night sky (conditions permitting).
Rise early to watch the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre and Uluṟu alight. Later, join your guide for a drive around the base of Uluru and travel to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. View Aboriginal rock art and learn about the area followed by a visit to the Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre to see locally- made arts and crafts.
Explore the mystical domes of Kata Tjuta with a walk through Walpa Gorge between two of its tallest domes. Enjoy nibbles and complimentary wine while watching striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset.

Why not experience an optional scenic helicopter flight or perhaps a traditional Aboriginal dot painting lesson? In the afternoon you will be transferred from your hotel to Ayers Rock Airport for your onward flight.

Please quote Short Break code YY47 when booking / Alice Springs departure - Please quote Short Break code AY46 when booking.

3 day Uluru & Kings Canyon Discovery Short Break

Visit a camel farm where there is time for a short camel ride (own expense). Later stop to view majestic Atila (Mt. Conner). Join your Driver Guide for a tour around the base of Uluru and walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole. View ancient rock art and learn about the Aboriginal and European history of the area. Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. Late afternoon witness the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset while enjoying nibbles and sparkling wine. Optional Exerience: Add-on the Uluru Barbecue Dinner

Watch the sunrise set Uluru alight, while enjoying a warming cup of tea or coffee, then travel to the domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and spend time exploring the gorge and the unusual conglomerate rock formations.

Enjoy a guided climb to the rim of Kings Canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park (for those with a good level of fitness). An easier walk along the boulder-strewn canyon creek bed is also available.

Please quote Short Break code AK43 when booking.

3 day Uluru & Kings Canyon Explorer Short Break

Join your Driver Guide for a drive around the base of Uluru. Continue to the Kuniya Walk, where you’ll be escorted to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. View ancient rock art and learn about the Aboriginal and European history of the area. Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. Late afternoon witness the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset while enjoying nibbles and sparkling wine.

Rise early to drive through sandhill country towards Kings Canyon, stopping for a breakfast at Kings Creek Station. Make the rocky climb with your guide to the rim of the canyon to be rewarded with marvellous views over Watarrka National Park. Alternatively, you may wish to explore the boulder-strewn canyon floor, an easier walk.

Watch the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre alight while enjoying a warming cup of tea or coffee. Travel to the mystical domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and explore the base of Walpa Gorge.

Please quote Short Break code YK41 when booking.

3 day Uluṟu & Kings Canyon Unearthed Short Break

Enjoy a spectacular sunset at Uluṟu with complimentary wine and nibbles.

Enjoy an spectacular Uluṟu sunrise followed by a drive around the base of Uluṟu with your Driver Guide. View Aboriginal rock art, learn about the Anangu people and see the Mutitjulu Waterhole. Visit the Uluru - Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre to see locally-made arts and crafts. Later walk through beautiful Kata Tjuṯa to the Valley of the Winds. Afterwards, take in a stunning outback sunset over Kata Tjuta.

Please quote Short Break code YK43 when booking. Alice Springs departure option available (AK43).

4 day Alice Springs & Rock Escape Short Break

See the sights including the Alice Springs Telegraph Station, School of the Air, Royal Flying Doctor Service and Alice Springs Reptile Centre.

Travel through the West MacDonnell Ranges. Visit a camel farm, where there is time for a short camel ride (own expense)and view majestic Atila (Mt. Conner). Join your guide for a drive around the base of Uluru then travel to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. View Aboriginal rock art and learn about the native flora and fauna and history of Uluru. After a visit to the cultural centre head to the Uluru sunset viewing area. Witness the striking colour changes of Uluru, while enjoying sparkling wine and nibbles. Optional Experience: Add-on the Uluru Barbecue Dinner

Watch the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre alight. Travel to the mystical domes of Kata Tjuta. On the way enjoy panoramic views of the southern side of Kata Tjuta before arriving at the base of Walpa Gorge. Spend some time exploring the gorge and the unusual conglomerate rock formations. The walking trail through Walpa Gorge follows the natural creek between two of the tallest domes of Kata Tjuta.

Please quote Short Break code ARR6 when booking.

4 day Alice Springs to Uluṟu Discovery Short Break

Explore historical Alice Springs and the essential services delivered from Alice to the vast community region by the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the School of the Air. Visit fascinating Alice Springs Reptile Centre and finish the day with views from the top of Anzac Hill.
En-route to Ayers Rock Resort visit a camel farm and tour Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), before travelling to Uluṟu to watch the glorious sunset with nibbles and complimentary wine.
Watch the sunrise at Uluṟu, then join your Guide for a drive around the base. On the Kuniya Walk view Aboriginal rock art and see the Muṯitjulu Waterhole. Visit the Uluṟu - Kata Tjuṯa Cultural Centre to view Aboriginal arts and crafts. This afternoon travel to Alice Springs where your Short Break concludes.

Please quote Short Break codd AA42 when booking.

4 day Centre Highlights Plus Short Break

View sunset and the changing colours of Uluru while enjoying nibbles and sparkling wine. Continue on to our exclusive venue to enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner and stargazing (weather permitting). Enjoy sparkling wine on arrival and dine on steak, lamb sausages, skewered chicken, garlic prawns and a selection of fresh salads and a tasty dessert. Watch the first rays of the sun set Uluru and the Red Centre alight. After breakfast accompany your guide to commence your base walk of Uluru. Your guide will indicate the natural features of the landscape, Aboriginal rock paintings and relay more traditional stories relating to this special place.

This afternoon travel to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) for one of our favourite sunset experiences. Marvel at the unique flora and admire the view of the central valley of the domes of Kata Tjuta while you take in a magnificent outback sunset while enjoying gourmet canapés and Australian wine. Watch the spectacular sunrise over Kata Tjuta, with Uluru in the distance. Your Driver Guide will then escort you on a 2-3 hour walk at Valley of the Winds.

Please quote Short Break code YY62 when booking.

4 day Kata Tjuta, Uluru & Kings Canyon Short Break

Visit a camel farm, where there is time for a short ride (own expense). Travel to the mystical domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) to take in a magnificent sunset while enjoying gourmet canapés and Australian wine.

Watch the gorgeous sunrise at Uluru, then travel to Kata Tjuta and on to Walpa Gorge. Spend time exploring the gorge and the unusual rock formations. Join your Guide for a drive around the base of Uluru and a guided walk to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. View ancient rock art and learn about the Aboriginal history of Uluru. Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. Later witness the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset with nibbles and sparkling wine. After sunset, join us under the stars at our exclusive venue. Enjoy sparkling wine then dine on a menu of steak, lamb sausages, chicken skewers, garlic prawns and a selection of fresh salads and a tasty dessert. There’s time for stargazing too (weather permitting).

Climb to the rim of Kings Canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park or explore the boulder-strewn canyon creek bed. Travel back to Alice Springs, where your short break concludes.

Please quote Short Break code AK48 when booking.

4 day Outback Wanderer Short Break

Admire the view of the central valley of the domes of Kata Tjuta while you take in a magnificent outback sunset with gourmet canapés and Australian wine.

Rise early to watch the sunrise over Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), with Uluru in the distance. Your Driver Guide will then escort you on a 2-3 hour walk at Valley of the Winds. Discover the beautiful Mutitjulu Waterhole and later visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. Witness the striking sunset colour changes of Uluru while enjoying nibbles and sparkling wine. After sunset continue to our exclusive barbecue venue. Enjoy sparkling wine on arrival then dine on a menu of a variety of Australian meats and salads and a tasty dessert. All accompanied by a selection of wines, beers and soft drinks.

Travel through spectacular desert scenery on your way to Kings Canyon. Join a guided climb to the rim of Kings Canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park. The hike is recommended for those with a good level of fitness. Or, you may wish to take an easier, shorter walk to explore the boulder strewn canyon creek bed.

Please quote Short Break code YK48 when booking.

4 day Red Centre & Canyon Walkabout Short Break

Stop at a camel farm, where there’s the opportunity to ride one of these ‘ships of the desert’ (own expense). Marvel at the unique flora while you take in a magnificent outback sunset at Kata Tjuta (the Oglas) with gourmet canapés and Australian wine.

Watch a stunning Uluru sunrise. After breakfast, begin your guided base walk of Uluru. Walk from Kuniya Piti to the Mala Walk and a visit into Kantju Gorge. Continue along the Lungkata Walk where your guide will tell you the Tjukurpa story of the cheeky Blue Tongue Lizard! Next stop is the Mutitjulu Waterhole. In the late afternoon, witness the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset while enjoying nibbles and sparkling wine. Optional Experience: Add-on the Uluru Barbecue Dinner

Watch the spectacular sunrise over Kata Tjuta. Your Driver Guide will then escort you on a 2-3 hour walk to the Valley of the Winds lookout.

Travel to Kings Canyon and make the rocky climb to the rim of the canyon or you may wish to take an easier, shorter walk to explore the boulder strewn canyon creek bed.

Please quote Short Break code AA47 when booking.

4 day Red Centre Walkabout Short Break

Enjoy nibbles and sparkling wine as the sun sets and the evening sky brings out the many shades of colour for which Uluru is famous. After breakfast walk from Kuniya Piti, an Uluru sacred site and hear the Tjukurpa story. Next up is the Mala Walk, which includes a visit into Kantju Gorge and then the Mutitjulu Waterhole.

Rise early to travel to Kings Canyon, stopping for breakfast at Kings Creek Station along the way. Make the rocky climb to the rim of the canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park. If you wish to take an easier, shorter walk to explore the boulder strewn canyon creek bed. This afternoon enjoy a leisurely drive out to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) for one of our favourite sunset experiences. Admire the view of the central valley of the domes of Kata Tjuta while you take in an outback sunset while enjoying gourmet canapés & Australian wine. Rise early to watch the spectacular sunrise over Kata Tjuta with Uluru in the distance. Your Driver Guide will then escort you on a 2-3 hour walk to the Valley of the Winds lookout.

Please quote Short Break code YY60 when booking.

5 day Alice, Uluṟu & Kings Canyon Adventure Short Break

See the sights of Alice Springs including the School of the Air and the Royal Flying Doctors Service. Visit a camel farm en-route to Ayers Rock Resort. Explore the mystical 36 domes of Kata Tjuṯa with a walk through Walpa Gorge. Later witness the striking colour changes of Uluṟu at sunset while enjoying nibbles and complimentary wine. Watch the sunrise at Uluṟu then join your guide for a drive around the base. Discover the Mutiṯjulu Waterhole on the Kuniya Walk and marvel at Aboriginal rock art while you hear about the Aboriginal and European history of the area. Travel to Kings Canyon and make the rocky climb to the rim of the canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park or you may wish to explore the boulder-strewn creek bed, an easier walk. Later continue to Alice Springs.

Add-on the Uluṟu Barbecue Dinner (BBQ). After sunset, join us under the stars at our exclusive venue for a delicious Australian barbeque. There may be time for stargazing too (weather permitting).

Please quote Short Break code AA43 when booking.

5 day Red Centre Highlights Short Break

Spend a day at leisure in Alice Springs. Travel through the West MacDonnell Ranges and visit a camel farm for the chance to ride one of these ‘ships of the desert’ (own expense). Take in a magnificent outback Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) sunset while enjoying gourmet canapés and Australian wine.

Watch the gorgeous sunrise at Uluru, then travel to Kata Tjuta and walk through Walpa Gorge. Join your Guide for a drive around the base of Uluru. Continue to the Kuniya Walk and to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. Witness the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset with nibbles and sparkling wine. After sunset, join us under the stars at our exclusive venue. Enjoy sparkling wine then dine on a menu of steak, lamb sausages, chicken skewers, garlic prawns and a selection of fresh salads and a tasty dessert. There’s time for stargazing too (weather permitting).

Enjoy a desert sunrise en route to Kings Canyon. Make the rocky climb to the rim of the canyon for breathtaking views of Watarrka National Park or you may wish to explore the boulder-strewn creek bed.

Please quote Short Break code AA62 when booking.

5 day Ultimate Uluru & Kings Canyon Discovery Short Break

See the sights including the Royal Flying Doctor Service and Alice Springs Reptile Centre. Travel through the West MacDonnell Ranges then join your guide for a drive around the base of Uluru and walk to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. View Aboriginal rock art and learn about the area as your Driver Guide points out native flora and fauna and explains the history of Uluru.

Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre then as the sun sets, you’ll witness to the many shades of colour for which Uluru is famous. Continue to our exclusive barbecue venue. Dine on a variety meats and salads and a tasty dessert accompanied by a selection of wines, beers and soft drinks. There's even time for stargazing (conditions permitting).

Rise early to watch the first rays of the sun set Uluru alight. Travel to the mystical domes of Kata Tjuta arriving at Walpa Gorge. Spend some time exploring the gorge and the unusual conglomerate rock formations.

This morning join a guided climb to the rim of Kings Canyon or, you may wish to take an easier, shorter walk to explore the boulder strewn creek bed.

Please quote Short Break code AA44 when booking.

5 day Uluru, Watarrka National Park & The Alice Short Break

Travel around the base of Uluru in comfort as your Driver Guide provides commentary about the numerous sacred sites and features to be found at Uluru. Discover the beautiful Mutitjulu Waterhole and witness the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset while enjoying nibbles and sparkling wine.

In the early morning, watch the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre alight. Then travel to the mystical domes of Kata Tjuta before arriving at the base of Walpa Gorge. Spend some time exploring the gorge and the unusual conglomerate rock formations. Enjoy a guided climb to the rim of Kings Canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park, or you may wish to take an easier, shorter walk to explore the boulder strewn canyon creek bed.

Explore Alice Springs Desert Park at your own leisure before visiting the historic Telegraph Station, Royal Flying Doctor Service and the School of the Air.

Please quote Short Break code RKA5 when booking.

6 day Kata Tjuta, Uluru & Kings Canyon Plus Short Break

This afternoon travel to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) to take in an outback sunset with gourmet canapés and Australian wine. The following morning watch the spectacular sunrise over Kata Tjuta before your Driver Guide takes you on an escorted 2-3 hour walk to the Valley of the Winds lookout. Travel around the base of Uluru and learn about its numerous sacred sites. Continue by coach to the Kuniya Walk where your Driver Guide will escort you to the beautiful Mutitjulu Waterhole. Later visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. In the late afternoon you’ll witness the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset while enjoying nibbles and sparkling wine. After sunset continue to our exclusive barbecue venue. Dine on a variety of meats, salads and a tasty dessert all accompanied by a selection of wines, beers and soft drinks. Join a guided climb to the rim of Kings Canyon. The hike is recommended for those with a good level of fitness. Or, you may wish to take an easier, shorter walk to explore the boulder strewn canyon creek bed. Afterwards, travel to Alice Springs.

Please quote Short Break code AA46 when booking.

6 day Red Centre Discovery Short Break

Enjoy a spectacular sunset at Uluṟu with complimentary wine and nibbles. Continue to our exclusive venue for a delicious Australian barbecue dinner, including steak, lamb sausages, chicken skewers, garlic prawns, salads and wine.
Marvel at a Uluṟu sunrise where the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre alight. Then join your Driver Guide for a tour around the base of Uluṟu. Marvel at the beautiful Mutitjulu Waterhole and view ancient Aboriginal rock paintings. Explore magnificent Kata Tjuta and its giant domes with a walk to the Valley of the Winds Lookout. Take in a magnificent outback sunset at Kata Tjuta while enjoying a glass of wine. At Kings Canyon climb to the rim of the canyon, where you will be rewarded with marvellous views. Alternatively, take the more leisurely walk along the boulder-strewn creek bed. Experience the magnificent grandeur of the West MacDonnell Ranges and Standley Chasm, the mystique of Ellery Creek Big Hole, the cultural significant of the Ochre Pits. See the immense cliffs of quartzite at Simpsons Gap, a haven for a colony of black footed rock wallabies.

Please quote Short Break code YA06 when booking.

7 day National Parks Explorer Short Break

Explore fascinating Standley Chasm and Ellery Creek Big Hole. Explore the Ochre Pits and discover their cultural significance then wander into Simpsons Gap. Visit the Aboriginal community of Hermannsburg for an insight into life in a remote indigenous community. Travel down the bed of the Finke River into Palm Valley to see an awe inspiring oasis of rock pools and palm trees. Visit the mystical 36 domes of Kata Tjuṯa and take a walk through Walpa Gorge. Watch a spectacular Uluṟu sunset while enjoying nibbles and wine. Enjoy the colours of a magnificent sun rise at Uluṟu. Visit the Mutitjulu Waterhole and the Uluru - Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre before travelling to Kings Canyon Resort. Climb to the rim of Kings Canyon, with stunning views of Watarrka National Park. Or you may wish to explore the canyon creek bed, an easier shady walk before the conclusion of your tour in Alice Springs.

Please quote Short Break code AA45 when booking.