Adelaide to Alice Springs
Day 1 – Adelaide to Quorn
Departing Adelaide the tour travels through the Clare Valley as we make our way towards the scenic Flinders Ranges. On the way you will enjoy lunch at a local Clare Valley Winery, with some wine tastings for you to try some local wine. You then have the chance to get a bird's eye view from the top of Mt Remarkable as you look out over this beautiful region. We check into our private accommodation at the historical 'Mill' before enjoying a classic pub dinner & drink with the locals. This is where you will spend the night.
(Dinner)
Adelaide to Alice Springs
Day 2 – Flinders Ranges & Wilpena Pound
This morning you enter the National Park where adventure and tranquillity co-exist in one fabulous location. You will set out on a trek to spectacular views of the 'Flinders Ranges', named one of Australia's outstanding national landscapes. See the natural amphitheatre of Wilpena Pound - a lost world, located inside a giant stone crater. Returning to Quorn we visit the Yourambulla Caves to view some local Aboriginal rock paintings and the stories that go with them. This evening enjoy a casual BBQ dinner. Overnight at the Quorn "Mill".
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Adelaide to Alice Springs
Day 3 – Quorn to Coober Pedy
Departing Quorn the tour travels through Port Augusta, then heads north into the open landscapes and joins the Stuart Highway which runs from Adelaide to Darwin. Passing several salt lakes, you can capture some great photo opportunities of Central Australia before we arrive in the 'Opal Capital of the World', Coober Pedy. A unique township renowned for its many underground houses, hotels and opal mines. On arrival we enjoy a local town tour which includes a visit to an underground mine & museum. Our accommodation for tonight is underground.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Adelaide to Alice Springs
Day 4 – Coober Pedy to Marla
Before departing Coober Pedy you are taken on a town tour by a local guide, before visiting an outdoor public opal fossicking site, with the opportunity to try your luck searching for opals. From here we go north up the Stuart Highway and into the rugged country of Australia's inland and a visit to 'The Breakaways' with amazing views that go on and on and on. Tonight our remote base is a little further up at Marla.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Adelaide to Alice Springs
Day 5 – Marla to Uluru
Departing Marla, we cross the Northern Territory border and arrive at the Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park. Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) will mesmerise you, and you will discover some of the secrets of this ancient landform during the Valley of the Winds hike. You'll be amazed as the desert sun sets over Uluru, and as the night grows darker, snuggle up in your aussie swag under millions of stars.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Adelaide to Alice Springs
Day 6 – Uluru to Kings Canyon
You rise early this morning, but you'll be rewarded with the fabulous Uluru sunrise. While the morning's fresh (and your legs are too!) enjoy an unguided walk around the base of Uluru. You will then add to your understanding of the land and the Mala people as you take a cultural interpretive walk with an Aboriginal guide (and interpreter). After your walk, you will have the opportunity to purchase Aboriginal arts and crafts at the Cultural Centre before we travel to our exclusive campsite within the Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon) where we sleep for the night.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Adelaide to Alice Springs
Day 7 – Kings Canyon to Alice Springs
Time to put your hiking shoes on today as you head out to explore the impressive formations of Kings Canyon. You'll be left breathless by the sheer beauty of the canyon as we trek through the Amphitheatre, the Lost City, the ancient Garden of Eden and the North and South Walls. Lunch is a welcome prospect, before we make our way to Alice Springs.
(Breakfast, Lunch)
Included
Experienced guides, meals as indicated, accommodation transfers, camping fees & equipment, hostel dorm accommodation or upgrade
Note
Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4.00pm the day before travel. Itineraries may vary and/or attractions may be substituted due to seasonal conditions, Traditional Owner and National Park requirements. 15 kilos luggage maximum on tour (about the same as the airlines). If you have more luggage than this you must talk to the operator about freighting the excess ahead to the tours end. You must do this when reconfirming your tour.
Departures from Adelaide
Departs all year early in the morning on Thursday and Sunday. A central location in Adelaide for boarding this tour will be given when we confirm your booking. Please include your Adelaide accommodation details when booking.
Reconfirming
This operator requires you to phone and reconfirm at least 24 hours prior to departure. This is a condition of booking and something you must not forget to do.
On Tour Accommodation
Accommodation while on tour is at permanent and bush campsites as well as hostel accommodation in a share dormitory with other travelers or with upgrade to private ensuited motel or lodge rooms for 3 nights and 1 night 3 star accommodation in Cooberpedy underground.
What to Bring
Refillable water bottle, Pillow for camping if required, towel, toiletries, insect repellent, sun block cream, hat, torch, warm clothes in winter months, good hiking shoes (preferably ankle high) no open toed sandals or flip flops (thongs). Any snacks you can’t live without.
Passenger Fitness
This tour is ideally for fit active people who have a degree of fitness aged between 18 to 39, you should be able to undertake a return hike of up to 8 kilometres with no problems. This tour is not suitable for children 7 years of age or under..
Passenger Participation
Passengers are required to assist the guide in the preparation and cleaning up of meals. This also helps you to get to know everyone.
Itineraries are subject to change in accordance with the weather (seasonal) and the wishes of the traditional Aboriginal owners wishes. Alternate locations are used if required.
If we can assist further please don’t hesitate to email. If you wish to book this tour please use our secure booking page to send your information to us safely.
Price from April 2013 to March 2014
Departs Thursday and Sunday from Adelaide
Tour Code AASU7 - Unleashed
Adult: $955.00 includes local fees
Extra Costs
Sleeping bags can be hired at a cost of $30.00 per person which covers the cost of cleaning after every use. 1.5% transaction fee on credit card payments
Accommodation Upgrades 3 Nights budget motel/lodge
Including 1 night at the 4 star Desert Cave Cooberpedy
Includes trip price
Twin/Double = $1280.00
Single sole use = $1555.00
Maximum People 24
Hiking Difficulty
Hikes of up to 6-8 kilometres per day reasonable fitness required.
Transport Mini Bus
Age Restriction
You must be aged between 18-55 to participate in this tour
Compulsory Travel Insurance
This tour operator requires all passengers to have travel insurance and your policy details must be provided before boarding the tour
Itinerary
(tour is also available in reverse from Alice Springs to Adelaide)