AAT Kings 7 Days Red Centre to Top End Rail Break

Red Centre to Top End Rail Break See the very best of the Northern Territory on the AAT Kings 7 Day Red Centre to Top End Rail Break, travelling on The Ghan discover the sites of Uluru, Kata Tjuta & Kakadu National Park

Itinerary

Day 1: Uluru (Ayers Rock)
On arrival at Ayers Rock Airport you will be transferred to your hotel (flights into Ayers Rock Airport prior to 1.00pm). This afternoon travel to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and Walpa Gorge. Spend time exploring the gorge and the unusual red conglomerate rock formations. View sunset at Uluru and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine.
Accommodation: Outback Pioneer Budget Rooms (L), Outback Pioneer Hotel (R) or Desert Gardens Hotel (F), Ayers Rock Resort.

Day 2: Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
Enjoy sunrise at Uluru (tea, coffee and biscuits included). Tour the base of Uluru including a guided walk into the Mutitjulu Waterhole. View Aboriginal rock paintings and learn about the Aboriginal and European history of Uluru. Drive around the base then visit the Uluru - Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. Later we travel to Alice Springs.
Accommodation: Heavitree Gap Outback Lodge (L), Aurora Alice Springs (R) or Crowne Plaza (F), Alice Springs.

Day 3: Alice Springs - The Ghan
Travel west from Alice Springs following the spectacular West MacDonnell Ranges. Pass the John Flynn Memorial (founder of the Royal Flying Doctor Service). Our first stop is Simpsons Gap, where you will be served morning tea among the beautiful Red Gums. Continue to Angkerle (Standley Chasm). Walk along the stony watercourse lined with cycads, ghost gums, cypress pines and acacias. A light lunch will be provided before you depart for Alice Springs Desert Park. Explore the desert rivers, sand country and woodland habitats and discover many of the secrets of the Central Australian deserts. Visit the Nocturnal House and witness free-flying birds of prey in the nature theatre at the Birds of Prey presentation. This afternoon you will be transferred to Alice Springs Railway Station to join The Ghan. Sit back and relax from the comfort of the train as the outback scenery passes by.
Rail: Red Service Daynighter Seat (L), Red Service Sleeper Cabin (R) or Gold Service (F).

Day 4: The Ghan - Darwin
On arrival at Darwin railway station you will be transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure.
Accommodation: Value Inn (L), Travelodge Mirambeena Resort (R) or Holiday Inn Esplanade (F), Darwin.

Day 5: Darwin - Kakadu
Travel deep into Kakadu National Park. Take a guided walk to view Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock. After lunch join the famous Yellow Water Billabong cruise to observe saltwater crocodiles and prolific birdlife. Visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre and view the informative displays and exhibits.
Accommodation: Aurora Kakadu (L), Aurora Kakadu (R) or Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn (F), Kakadu. L

Day 6: Kakadu - Darwin
This morning stop at Ubirr with a short walk to view rock art. Join the Guluyambi Cruise along the East Alligator River in search of saltwater crocodiles. We have an Aboriginal guide with us and with the special permission of the local people, we will be able to go ashore in Arnhem Land. Visit the Bowali Visitor Centre. There is the opportunity for an optional scenic flight over the Arnhem Land Escarpment. Return to Darwin.
Accommodation: Value Inn (L), Travelodge Mirambeena Resort (R) or Holiday Inn Esplanade (F), Darwin. L

Day 7: Darwin
You will be transferred to Darwin airport for your flight (airfare not included in tour price).

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