Day 1 Wed: Arrive Darwin
On arrival in Darwin you will be transferred to your hotel. This afternoon join a city orientation tour of Darwin. Visit the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory and enjoy views across Darwin Harbour. Enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director and travelling companions this evening.
Accommodation: Saville Park Suites, Darwin.

Day 2 Thu: Kakadu National Park
We visit the Window on the Wetlands Visitor Centre, before travelling deep into the World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park. Stop at the Bowali Visitor Centre and see displays of the varied landscapes of Kakadu. Late in the afternoon visit Ubirr and view Aboriginal rock art dating back some 20,000 years. A climb to the top of Ubirr is rewarded with superb views of the surrounding wetlands and escarpment country. There is also time for an optional scenic flight.
Accommodation: Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn, Jabiru. (B)

Day 3 Fri: Kakadu – Katherine
Yellow Water Billabong is home to a number of estuarine crocodiles, with luck we may see some on our cruise this morning. Our local and well informed guide will also point out many species of birds that inhabit the wetlands. Departing Kakadu we travel south to Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park. Our cruise features the gorge at its finest, as the walls reflect the colours of the late afternoon sun. Accommodation: All Seasons, Katherine. (B)

Day 4 Sat: Ord River Cruise – Kununurra
This morning travel across vast cattle stations into Western Australia. Visit the Durack Homestead and join a spectacular cruise along the Ord River, from Lake Argyle to Kununurra. Our guide has a vast knowledge of the Ord River ecosystems. Accommodation: Lakeside Resort, Kununurra, 2 nights. (BL)

Day 5 Sun: El Questro – Kimberley Dreamtime
Visit El Questro Station and cruise through Chamberlain Gorge. This afternoon we travel to Parry Lagoon Nature Reserve where we will participate in a traditional ceremony welcoming us to the local area. Parry Lagoon Nature Reserve is a haven for the birdlife in the region. Our Aboriginal guide will interpret some of the surrounding areas, before travelling to Wyndham. Enjoy spectacular views of the Kimberley from the 5 Rivers Lookout, whilst hearing about both the cultural and contemporary history of the area. (B)

Day 6 Mon: Kununurra – Katherine
This morning there is time for an optional scenic flight over the Bungle Bungle Range. Farewell the Kimberley this morning as we retrace our steps to the Northern Territory. See the mighty Victoria River and pass through the Gregory River National Park, en route to the town of Katherine. Accommodation: All Seasons, Katherine. (B)

Day 7 Tue: Mataranka Thermal Springs – Tennant Creek
We stop at Mataranka where there is time for a dip in the thermal springs, which maintain a constant temperature of 34-35°C. Learn a little of the life on an outback station by visiting the Elsey Homestead replica, home of Jeannie Gunn, author of 'We of the Never Never'. This afternoon we travel to Tennant Creek.
Accommodation: Bluestone Motor Inn, Tennant Creek. (B)

Day 8 Wed: Devils Marbles – Alice Springs
This morning enjoy a tour of the historic gold mining precinct of Battery Hill. Join a local guide on an underground mine tour and experience the life of an early miner. As we travel south there is time for a walk around the precariously balanced Karlwekarlwe (Devils Marbles) that have been worn smooth by the harsh elements of nature over many thousands of years. Later this afternoon we cross the Tropic of Capricorn and arrive in 'The Alice', a unique outback town. This evening there is the opportunity to join an optional Red Centre Dreaming Dinner and Show, an evening of entertainment by traditional and contemporary Aboriginal artists and a three-course dinner in a bushland setting. Ask your Tour Director for details. Accommodation: Alice Springs Resort. (B)

Day 9 Thu: Uluru (Ayers Rock) – Kata Tjuta (Olgas)
Stop to view majestic Mt.Conner before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. This afternoon visit Kata Tjuta. We walk into Walpa Gorge to appreciate the sheer size of these unusual domes. Enjoy wine and nibbles as we watch the sunset change the colours of Uluru. Accommodation: Desert Gardens Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort. (B)

Day 10 Fri: Uluru (Ayers Rock) – Kings Canyon
This morning you may wish to join an early tour to view sunrise over Uluru (no extra charge - ask your Tour Director for details). Afterwards, travel by coach to Kuniya Piti, an Aboriginal sacred site at the base of Uluru. Your guide will escort you on a walk to the Mutitjulu Waterhole, pointing out the natural features of the landscape, Aboriginal rock paintings and traditional Aboriginal stories relating to this special place. Experience the sheer size of Uluru as your guide explains the geological formation, Aboriginal history and the flora and fauna unique to this area.Visit the informative Uluru - Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. This afternoon depart Ayers Rock Resort to travel to Kings Canyon Resort. Accommodation: Kings Canyon Resort . (B)

Day 11 Sat: Kings Canyon
There is time for the fit and energetic to make the climb to the rim of the Canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park. Alternatively you may wish to explore the boulder-strewn Canyon floor. This afternoon we travel to the town of Alice Springs. Accommodation: Alice Springs Resort, Alice Springs. (B)

Day 12 Sun: Depart Alice Springs
Your tour concludes this morning after breakfast. You will be transferred to Alice Springs Airport to connect with your onward flight. (B)

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