Visit Uluru: sunrise, sunset & base walk

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    Learn about indigenous culture in the Outback | Photo credit: Tourism NT & James Fisher
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    Watch the ever-changing colours of Uluru at sunset | Sydney to Uluru

    Uluru (Ayers Rock) is one of the world's great natural wonders

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    Enjoy a fascinating Uluru base walk with a local guide | Photo credit: Tourism NT

    Enjoy a fascinating Uluru base walk with a local guide | Photo credit: Tourism NT

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    Uluru (Ayers Rock) is one of the world's great natural wonders

    Uluru (Ayers Rock) fait partie des merveilles naturelles de ce monde

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    Spot wild kangaroos as you travel to Uluru | Travel Nation

    Spot wild kangaroos in the Australian Outback

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    Stand on the cracked earth of Australia's Red Centre | Travel Nation

    Stand on the cracked earth of the Australian Red Centre

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    Learn about the indigenous history through the stories of the Anangu people Photo credit: Tourism Australia/James Fisher

    Understand what makes this one of the most important cultural sites in Australia | Photo credit: Tourism Australia/James Fisher

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    Soak up the Australia scenery in the Outback | Travel Nation

    Explore Australia's remote Red Centre

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Duration(in days): 4

From: Uluru (Ayers Rock)

To: Uluru (Ayers Rock)

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    Visit Uluru, one of the most important cultural sites in the whole of Australia. Spend a few days exploring this fascinating region with our 4-day stopover package inclusive of accommodation, transfers and touring. Learn more about Aboriginal history from local tribes still residing in the area and take a walk around the base of this iconic landmark as part of your Red Centre adventure!

    Uluru is Australia’s most famous natural landmark, the rock itself is enormous reaching a height of some 348 meters above the surrounding plain. A stopover here is a truly amazing and an unforgettable experience.

    This itinerary can be tailored to suit your requirements please contact one of our consultants to start planning your dream trip.

    You'll remember...

    • Watching the sun rise over the iconic Australian landmark, Uluru
    • Gazing up at the incredible drone show Wintjiri Wiru, telling Dreamtime stories
    • Hiking the 12 kilometre base trek around Uluru
    • Tucking into dinner whilst watching the Field of Light in the twilight
    • Exploring the mighty rocks of Kata Tjuta

    Day 1: Arrive Uluru (Ayers Rock)

    On arrival into Ayers Rock Airport you will be met and taken to your hotel on the shuttle transfer, checking into your hotel for three nights. This evening, you'll head out to enjoy the spectacular Wintjiri Wiru sunset dinner in the heart of the desert. 

    Tuck into a gourmet dinner hamper with native ingredients combined with modern recipes to make some delicious snacks and a glass of Penfold wine. With the vast Uluru next to you, the dreamtime stories from thousands of years of Aboriginal history are now played out before you - choreographed drones, lasers and projections take flight, lighting up the night sky in a vast expression of the ancient Anangu story. It's a magical start your time in the Red Centre. 

    Included: Transfers, Wintiji Wiru Sunset dinner, 4* hotel 

    Day 2: Uluru

    Wake up early for a sunrise trek around the base of Uluru, where you'll soak up the culture and geology of this incredible monolith. You'll learn the Dreamtime stories of creation from your guide, stories of Liru the poisonous snake and other tales associated with the iconic rock. Watch the sun rise as you walk, admiring waterholes, ancient rock art and learning about the culture as you go. If you'd rather head out for a tour without the walk, we can easily swap this - just ask! 

    The day is yours to relax or head to the pool before heading out again this evening. Tonight you'll enjoy another delicious dinner under the stars as you watch the Field of Light come alive as the sun sets. This incredible art installation is made of thousands of tiny lights, gradually coming to life as night falls - it's a magical place to experience. Add in some delicious canapés, sparkling wine and a three course dinner and you've got a wonderful night ahead of you. 

    Included: Uluru base trek, Field of Light dinner, 4* hotel    

    Day 3: Uluru & Kata Tjuta

    Another early start will see you heading out to learn about local artwork and the natural environment from three local Anangu women. Feel the connection with the land as you chat to artists about the native landscape and indigenous experience. 

    In the afternoon you'll head out to visit Kata Tjuta, where you'll walking the windy Walpa Gorge to the Olgas. This incredible soft rock has been eroded over millions of years, leaving behind the remarkable Kata Tjuta rocks that you can now explore as you learn about their history and meaning to the Aboriginal people. 

    Included: Sunrise tour, Kata Tjuta tour, 4* hotel           

    Day 4: Depart Uluru (Ayers Rock)

    This morning you will be collected from your hotel and taken to the airport for your onward flight.

    Included: Transfers

    This trip can operate year round, however, please note that it will be very hot in the Red Centre during December. The Red Centre has a semi-arid climate; between December and February, temperatures range between 20c and 35c and in winter temperatures range between 3c and 20c. Autumn is a good time to visit the Red Centre with warm days and cool nights.

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    We’re experts in planning tailor-made holidays, so whether you’re looking for a luxury Australia holiday, ideas for a road trip or a Great Barrier Reef holiday - let us help you with the planning. Our experts can tailor-make precisely the trip you’re looking for - this itinerary is purely a suggestion, so please contact us with your dates and requests, and we’ll put together a bespoke quotation for you.

    This itinerary is purely a suggestion and can be tailor-made to your requirements, so please contact us with your dates and requests, and we’ll put together a bespoke quotation for you.           

    What's included
    • Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary   
    • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
    • Excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
    Not included
    • Any meals not mentioned
    • Personal expenses
    • Tips & gratuities