• Explore the domes of Kata Tjuta

• Hike through Walpa Gorge

• Toast an Uluru sunset with sparkling wine

• Experience a spectacular Red Centre sunrise

• Discover Aboriginal rock art at Uluru

• Take part in a papermaking workshop

• Dine ‘ Under a Desert Moon ’ at Kings Canyon Resort

• Hike to the top of Kings Canyon for magnificent views

• Visit Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve

• Taste traditional bush foods in Alice Springs

• Spend time at Ellery Creek Big Hole

• Explore fascinating Angkerle ( Standley Chasm )

• Wander into Simpsons Gap

• Visit School of the Air & the Royal Flying Doctor Service

• Luxury small group experience

• Small vehicle with no more than 20 guests

• Experienced Driver Guide

Day 1 : Welcome to Ayers Rock On arrival in Ayers Rock you ’ ll be transferred to your hotel . This afternoon you ’ ll meet your Driver Guide and fellow travelers then take a drive to Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park . Having lived in the region for tens of thousands of years , Traditional Owners , the Anangu , have a strong connection with this land . You ’ ll learn about Tjukurpa , the history , knowledge , religion , morality and law of the local Aboriginal people and their ancestors . Traveling to the spectacular domes of Kata Tjuta , you ’ ll take a guided walk through Walpa Gorge , following the natural creek bed between two of the largest domes . Kata Tjuta has great cultural significance for the Anangu people , specifically for Anangu men . Later enjoy sparkling wine at the Uluru sunset viewing area , ‘ Sunset Strip ’. As the sun sets over the western horizon , the evening sky brings out

the many shades of color for which Uluru is renowned . This evening get to know your fellow travelers over a delicious meal at Ilkari Restaurant at your hotel . Hotel : Sails in the Desert Hotel , Ayers Rock Resort . DW

Day 2 : Ayers Rock – Kings Canyon You ’ ll start the day with an impressive sunrise over Kata Tjuta ( the Olgas ) and Uluru ( Ayers Rock ) from the fantastic Kata Tjuta dune viewing area . From here it ’ s off to the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre for breakfast and an insight into the history of the local Anangu people . Take a walk at the base of Uluru and hear timeless stories , see rock art , and visit Mutitjulu Waterhole , once an important water source for the Aboriginal people and animals in the area . Visit Curtin Springs Station at lunch time . Curtin Springs has been home to the Severin family since 1956 when Peter Severin arrived with his

young wife Dawn , their toddler son Ashley and 1,500 head of cattle . Join a unique paper-making workshop , then sit down to a BBQ lunch and meet one of the locals as you hear about the Severin family and the logistics of running a million acre cattle property . Next , view the ‘ forgotten wonder ’ of Central Australia – Atila ( Mt . Conner ), then head up the Luritja Road towards Kings Canyon for a quick stop at Kings Creek Station . Established in 1982 by Lyn and Ian Conway , the station is the largest exporter of wild camels in Australia . Travel a short distance to Kings Canyon Resort . This evening you ’ re treated to the unique dining experience , Under a Desert Moon , set in the wilderness under a canopy of the southern night sky ( weather permitting ). The only light comes from the moon and the flickering glow of the fire and the only sound is soft music intertwined with the

Dining

• Full buffet breakfasts ( 4 ) B

• Lunches ( 3 ) L

• Highlight dinners ( 2 ) HD

• Dinners with wine ( 2 ) DW

Kings Canyon