Ask about AAT Kings savings 2019-2020 Exceptional EXPERIENCES Uluru, Alice Springs & Surrounds The AAT Kings Difference: Fully Guided Undisputed Experts Luxury Coaches Unique Experiences Specialist Guides & dedicated Drivers Over 100 years knowledge & passion Air-conditioned, restrooms, free WiFi & USB charging The must-see sights & sounds of Central Australia
EXPLORE CONNECT Smile Discover the extraordinary landscapes of the Northern Territory with AAT Kings, the Day Tours experts. Let us help you make the most of your time in the Red Centre. AAT Kings offers one day and half day sightseeing tours in and around Uluru and Alice Springs. Leave the stress of exploring an unknown area to a friendly expert. We ll show you all the must-see sights of the Red Centre plus share local stories and knowledge of their history and culture. We also offer free hotel pick-ups so all you need to do is relax and enjoy your day. Amazing destinations. Amazing experiences. We ll take you there. Tour Code Page Piti & Ochre Passes Red Centre Connections 4 Uluru Sunrise & Field of Light FOL 5 Uluru Sacred Sites & Sunset Y17 6 Uluru Sunset Y11 7 Uluru Barbecue Dinner Under the Stars Y17B Y11B 7 Kata Tjuta Sunset Y8 8 Kata Tjuta Walpa Pit Stop Y12 8 Uluru Morning Guided Base Walk Y40 9 Tour Code Page Uluru Sunrise & Kata Tjuta Y14 10 Kata Tjuta Sunrise & Valley of the Winds Y50 11 Kings Canyon & Outback Panoramas Y19 Y20 Y28 12 A Town Like Alice A3 13 West MacDonnell Ranges A8 14 Palm Valley Outback Safari by 4WD A5 15 Hotel Pick-ups & Booking Conditions Back Cover
Meet the AAT Kings Red Centre Teams 12 DAY TOURS - available - When you re away from home, you need someone with all the answers; someone who ll look after all your needs. Our fantastic team of AAT Kings Driver Guides, local guides and operations experts work together to make your trip run smoothly from start to end. Come and meet the team they ll put a smile on your face! In addition, all our Driver Guides have received accreditation to guide within Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park. Uluru Team Alice Springs Team DISCOVER THE RED CENTRE AAT Kings luxury coach fleet With modern luxurious coaches joining the fleet every year, our vehicles are the newest in Australia. Fully air-conditioned, our coaches are equipped with reclining seats with seat belts and footrests, panoramic windows, an on-board restroom and two-door access. They also feature state-of-the-art technology including DVD player, GPS and PA system. All of our coaches are equipped with WiFi* and most with USB charging ports. Most importantly, they are driven by the finest operators in the Northern Territory. *WiFi speed and connectivity can be intermittent outside major cities and towns. Uluru sunrise Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park Entry Fee The entry fee for Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park is $25 per adult & $12.50 per child and is valid for 3 consecutive days. Child age is 5 to 15 years. When taking multiple Day Tours over 3 consecutive days in the National Park you only need to pay the fee once. This is an additional compulsory government charge and is subject to change without notice. You must carry your entry ticket with you every time you enter the National Park or you will be required to purchase another.
4 PITI & OCHRE Sightseeing PASSES Book multiple tours and save! Instead of booking individual tours, why not buy an AAT Kings Sightseeing Pass and save yourself 10%. You can start on the day of your choice and the pass is valid for three consecutive days from the start of your first tour. Plus, your Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park Entry Fee ticket is included in the price of the Pass. You could even add on a day tour to Kings Canyon. Ask us for details. Piti Pass Includes: Uluru Sunrise & Kata Tjuta, Uluru Sacred Sites & Sunset Ochre Pass Includes: Uluru Sunrise & Guided Full Base Walk, Kata Tjuta Sunrise & Valley of the Winds, Uluru Sunset, Kata Tjuta Sunset $279 adult $ 140 child Y3 $445 adult $ 223 child Y5 Red Centre CONNECTIONS Travel between Ayers Rock, Alice Springs or Kings Canyon on one of our luxury coach transfers with informative commentary from your Driver Guide along the way. Ayers Rock to Alice Springs Y6 Ayers Rock to Kings Canyon Y23 Kings Canyon to Ayers Rock Y22 Kings Canyon to Alice Springs A39 Alice Springs to Ayers Rock A6 Daily 12.30pm (Oct-Mar) Daily 1.00pm (Apr-Sep) ARRIVES 7.00pm approximately (Oct-Mar) 7.30pm approximately (Apr-Sep) Daily 12.30pm (Oct-Mar) Daily 1.00pm (Apr-Sep) ARRIVES 5.00pm approximately (Oct-Mar) 5.30pm approximately (Apr-Sep) Daily 11.45am (Oct-Mar) Daily 11.15am (Apr-Sep) ARRIVES 5.00pm approximately (Oct-Mar) 5.30pm approximately (Apr-Sep) Daily 11.45am (Oct-Mar) Daily 11.15am (Apr-Sep) ARRIVES 7.00pm approximately (Oct-Mar) 7.30pm approximately (Apr-Sep) Daily 7.00am ARRIVES 1.00pm approximately $180 adult $ 90 child $150 adult $ 75 child $150 adult $ 75 child $180 adult $ 90 child $180 adult $ 90 child
EXCLUSIVE TO AAT KINGS 5 Uluru Sunrise & Field of Light EARLY MORNING FOL Internationally acclaimed artist Bruce Munro is noted for his immersive site-specific installations that employ light to evoke emotional response, often in an outdoor context and on a monumental scale. His Field of Light, inspired by a trip to Uluru over 27 years ago, is installed in a remote desert area within sight of majestic Uluru. It is his largest installation to date, with Munro and his team installing more than 50,000 slender stems crowned with radiant frosted glass spheres. It is truly a magical sight to behold. Depart the resort in total darkness for the short drive to Bruce Munro s renowned Field of Light installation Take it all in from a private dune-top as your host provides details of the artist and his incredible undertaking Wander through the paths surrounding the 50,000 hand-crafted frosted glass spheres of light, in colours of ochre, deep violet, blue and gentle white Why not find a quiet corner, covered under a blanket of stars, to immerse yourself in the silence? Return to the dune-top, where you'll be served a warming tea, coffee or hot chocolate. Watch as the dawn creeps across the desert plain and lights up Uluru don t forget to look out for Kata Tjuta behind you! Return to the resort in time for breakfast, all flight transfers or further activities. Enclosed walking shoes, fly-net in summer months, warm layers in cooler months $75 adult $38 child Daily 105 minutes prior to sunrise from Ayers Rock Resort 30 minutes after sunrise INCLUSIONS Tea, coffee or hot chocolate at sunrise Sunrise from the dune-top For more information, visit aatkings.com/fol Field of Light, Uluru, Bruce Munro 2019
6 BEST SELLER Enjoy sparkling wine Kuniya Walk Kuniya Walk Uluru Sacred Sites & Sunset HALF DAY Y17 Travel in the comfort of your coach around the base of Uluru with your Driver Guide who will provide details on its incredible history. You ll be fascinated by the Aboriginal stories that go back many thousands of years. Learn the significance of ancient Aboriginal rock art, about the area s flora and fauna, and culture of its traditional owners, the Anangu. Your day concludes with a spectacular sunset at Uluru. Depart the resort mid-afternoon for Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park Join your Driver Guide for a short walk to the Mutitjulu Waterhole at the base of Uluru View ancient rock art and hear stories of traditional Anangu life Learn the Tjukurpa (creation) story of Kuniya and Liru Visit the Uluru Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre explore the Tjukurpa tunnel and read about the history, and flora and fauna of the park Enjoy sparkling wine and nibbles as you view the iconic Uluru sunset if you take a photo every few minutes you'll capture the famous colour change Return to the resort after sunset or add on our award-winning Barbecue Dinner to top off this highlight evening (see Y17B next page). Water bottle to hold 1 litre, hat, sunscreen, fly-net in summer months, enclosed walking shoes, warm layers in cooler months, cash if purchasing Aboriginal artwork Indigenous cave painting Mutitjulu Waterhole $135* adult $68* child Daily 2.30pm (Apr-Oct) and 3.00pm (Nov-Mar) from Ayers Rock Resort 30 minutes after sunset (approximately) Uluru sunset For more information, visit aatkings.com/y17 *Price does not include National Park entry fee. See page 3 for details.
7 Enjoy sparkling wine Uluru sunset Uluru Sunset EARLY EVENING Y11 Create social media moments Sit back and relax as you travel into the amazing Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park. Your Driver Guide will provide expert commentary while you enjoy the amazing surroundings and the sight of Uluru in the distance. This fascinating icon stands 348 metres high, however, most of its mass is below ground level. You ll be overwhelmed by its incredible size, presence and inherent spirituality. Depart the resort late afternoon for Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park Enjoy sparkling wine and nibbles as you begin to absorb the enormity and beauty of your surroundings You can just relax or stroll around the Sunset Viewing Area to discover your own personal space to watch the amazing Uluru sunset Don t forget to take a photo every few minutes to capture the famous colour change Have your Driver Guide take a photo of you with Uluru in the background although they say the memory will stay with you forever! Return to the resort after sunset or add on our award-winning Barbecue Dinner to top off this highlight evening (see Y11B below). $75* adult $38* child Daily 60 minutes prior to sunset from Ayers Rock Resort 30 minutes after sunset (approximately) Enclosed walking shoes, fly-net in summer months, warm layers in cooler months, cash if purchasing Aboriginal artwork For more information, visit aatkings.com/y11 *Price does not include National Park entry fee. See page 3 for details. EXCLUSIVE TO AAT KINGS Friendly Staff Uluru Barbecue Uluru Barbecue Dinner Under the Stars EARLY EVENING Y17B Y11B Stargazing After sunset, continue to AAT Kings exclusive venue for a traditional Aussie Barbecue Dinner, with Uluru as your stunning backdrop. It s the only evening dining experience inside Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. The site is set amongst red sand dunes and desert oak trees, providing a peaceful desert setting. At the sunset viewing area witness the striking colour changes of Uluru, while enjoying sparkling wine and nibbles Continue to our exclusive venue inside the National Park for a delicious barbecue dinner Relax in the company of friends and fellow travellers and enjoy sparkling wine on arrival, while watching the stars light up the night sky Dine on a buffet menu of steak, kangaroo meat, lamb sausages, chicken skewers, garlic prawns, salads, and a tasty dessert All accompanied by a selection of red and white wines, beer and soft drinks There s time for stargazing too, with a local guide, in one of the best places on earth to view the southern night sky (weather permitting) AAT Kings award-winning barbecue is available as an add-on to Uluru Sacred Sites & Sunset (Y17) and Uluru Sunset (Y11). $285* adult $143* child Y17B $225* adult $113* child Y11B Y17B: Daily 2.30pm (Apr-Oct) and 3.00pm (Nov-Mar) from Ayers Rock Resort Y11B: Daily 60 minutes prior to sunset from Ayers Rock Resort Y17B & Y11B: 2½ hours after sunset (approximately) For more information, visit aatkings.com/y17 or Y11 *Price does not include National Park entry fee. See page 3 for details.
8 Mulla Mulla Kata Tjuta sunset Kata Tjuta Sunset EARLY EVENING Y8 Kata Tjuta This tour takes you to the inspiring red-hued sedimentary rock domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) to watch the sunset. They are thought to have originally been one huge piece of rock, much like Uluru, that has weathered over millions of years to become an intriguing series of individual formations. As evening approaches, each passing minute brings something new as the domes continue to change colour with the setting sun. Leave the resort and travel out to the 36 steep-sided domes of Kata Tjuta the hidden gem of Central Australia Along the way on this scenic outback drive your Driver Guide will provide an overview of the area's history, and flora and fauna Enjoy sparkling wine and nibbles as you view the magnificent sunset at Kata Tjuta Return to the resort in time for dinner. Enclosed walking shoes, fly-net in summer months, warm layers in cooler months $105* adult $53* child Daily 90 minutes prior to sunset from Ayers Rock Resort 60 minutes approximately after sunset For more information, visit aatkings.com/y8 *Price does not include National Park entry fee. See page 3 for details. Walpa Gorge Kata Tjuta Kata Tjuta Walpa Pit Stop HALF DAY Y12 Spearwood trees On this tour you ll visit Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and explore Walpa Gorge. A 45 kms drive east of Uluru, the 36 domes of conglomerate rock of Kata Tjuta cover an area of over 21 kms², and with Uluru, the two form the major landmarks within Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park. Walk through the sheer walls of Walpa Gorge with your Driver Guide and experience this amazing landscape, a desert refuge for plants and animals. Travel to Kata Tjuta with commentary provided by your Driver Guide On arrival at Kata Tjuta explore scenic Walpa Gorge Follow the path between the sheer walls between two of the tallest domes of Kata Tjuta Take time to admire rare plants, and a grove of Spearwood trees at the end of the gorge Return to the resort in time for the Sounds of Silence or A Night at Field of Light Dinners. Water bottle to hold 1 litre, hat, sunscreen, fly-net in summer months, enclosed walking shoes, warm layers in cooler months $70* adult $35* child Daily 1.00pm (Apr-Oct) from Ayers Rock Resort 4.00pm (approximately) For more information, visit aatkings.com/y12 *Price does not include National Park entry fee. See page 3 for details.
9 Uluru sunrise Mala Walk Kantju Gorge Uluru Morning Guided Base Walk HALF DAY SMALL GROUP Y40 In the intimacy of a small group, join your Driver Guide on a 10½ kms walk around the entire base of Uluru. Before you commence your journey of discovery, enjoy a light breakfast as you begin to absorb the enormity and beauty of your surroundings. Visit sacred sites, view Aboriginal rock art, and the vision of a waterfall in a desert setting is really something to see, especially after rain when the water flows from the side of Uluru and plunges into Kantju Gorge. Enjoy tea, coffee or hot chocolate with your light breakfast Travel to Kuniya Piti at the base of Uluru, a sacred site for the Anangu, to begin your 10½ kms walk Immerse yourself in the sounds of the desert awakening as the sun begins to rise Learn the sacred Tjukurpa (creation) story of the Mala people Visit the tallest waterfall in Central Australia at Kantju Gorge Hear the Tjukurpa story of the cheeky Blue-tongue Lizard View ancient rock art and hear the story of Kuniya and Liru at the Mutitjulu Waterhole Return to Kuniya Piti and receive a souvenir certificate celebrating completion of the Uluru Base Walk! Water bottle to hold 1½ litres, hat, sunscreen, fly-net in summer months, enclosed walking shoes, warm layers in cooler months Kitchen Cave Kulpi Watiku $139* adult $70* child April-October November-March Daily (Apr-Oct) and Tue, Thu & Sat (Nov-Mar) 60 minutes prior to sunrise from Ayers Rock Resort 11.00am (Oct-Mar) and 11.30am (Apr-Sep) (times approximate) INCLUSIONS Light breakfast Kuniya Walk For more information, visit aatkings.com/y40 *Price does not include National Park entry fee. See page 3 for details.
10 Kata Tjuta Sunrise viewing platform Kata Tjuta Uluru Sunrise & Kata Tjuta HALF DAY Y14 The early rise is well worth it as you experience the two major landmarks in Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park. Start with an amazing sunrise at Talinguru Nyakunytaku, the Uluru (Ayers Rock) sunrise viewing area. Afterwards, on the 45 kms drive to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) your Driver Guide will provide you with an historical overview of the National Park. The walk through the sheer walls of Walpa Gorge won t disappoint as you re led into a world of rare plant species and lush evergreen scrubs. Walpa Gorge Rise early and travel into Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park Enjoy a warming tea, coffee or hot chocolate as the dawn creeps across the desert plain and lights up Uluru Return to the coach for the scenic drive to the 36 domes of conglomerate rock that forms Kata Tjuta Enjoy a panoramic view of the southern side of Kata Tjuta from the Dune Viewing platform. Uluru can also be easily seen on the distant horizon from this lookout Your Driver Guide will provide insight into the history and geology of this ancient land On arrival at Kata Tjuta, spend time exploring Walpa Gorge, following the path between two of the tallest domes, to a lush oasis in the desert Water bottle to hold 1 litre, hat, sunscreen, fly-net in summer months, enclosed walking shoes, warm layers in cooler months Kata Tjuta Viewing platform $145* adult $73* child Daily 90 minutes prior to sunrise from Ayers Rock Resort 10.30am (Oct-Mar) and 11.00am (Apr-Sep) (times approximate) Uluru For more information, visit aatkings.com/y14 *Price does not include National Park entry fee. See page 3 for details.
11 Kata Tjuta Viewing platform Valley of the Winds Expert Guides Kata Tjuta Sunrise & Valley of the Winds HALF DAY SMALL GROUP Y50 Enjoy the intimacy of a small group to view sunrise at Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and a walk with your Guide to the Valley of the Winds. Hear fascinating stories of the geology, history and culture of Kata Tjuta. This incredible formation of rock domes extends six kilometres into the ground and is the remains of erosion that began more than 500 million years ago. The walk to Valley of the Winds takes you down into a timeless haven within the domes through trickling creek beds. Departing the resort you ll be one of the first to enter Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park today Travel to the Kata Tjuta Dune Viewing platform and enjoy a warming tea, coffee or hot chocolate with your light breakfast Watch the dawn creep across the desert plain and light up the domes of Kata Tjuta Join your Driver Guide and Guide for the walk to the first lookout, Karu your Guide will point out interesting rare plants along the way If you re feeling adventurous, take the challenging walk with your Guide to the second lookout, Karingana, and enjoy the spectacular views into the heart of this sacred men s area For something more sedate, join your Driver Guide for the walk through Walpa Gorge, following the path between two of the towering domes of Kata Tjuta Water bottle to hold 1½ litres, hat, sunscreen, fly-net in summer months, enclosed walking shoes, warm layers in cooler months Walpa Gorge entrance Emus $155* adult $78* child April-October November-March Daily (Apr-Oct) and Sun, Mon, Wed & Fri (Nov-Mar) 95 minutes prior to sunrise from Ayers Rock Resort 11.30am (Oct-Mar) and 12 noon (Apr-Sep) (times approximate) INCLUSIONS Light breakfast Kata Tjuta For more information, visit aatkings.com/y50 *Price does not include National Park entry fee. See page 3 for details.
12 BEST SELLER Watarrka National Park Kings Canyon Rim Walk Creek Bed Walk Kings Canyon & Outback Panoramas FULL DAY Y19 Y20 Y28 You ll get a sense of the remoteness of outback Australia as you travel to Kings Canyon. Located in the heart of Watarrka National Park, it lies in an ancient Australian landscape that is sacred ground for the Ulpanyali and Lilla people. The Rim Walk is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The climb up a 100-metre cliff face reveals views of sandstone walls, grottos, chasms and cliffs. Or, for something more relaxing, set off on a two-kilometre stroll along the creek bed that leads to impressive views of the canyon rim. Depart early this morning for the drive to Kings Canyon Stop for a cooked breakfast at Kings Creek Station For the more adventurous, join your Guide for a hike to the top of Kings Canyon and 6 kms walk along the Rim learn about the history and geology of the region as well as the flora and fauna found in the area Visit the Garden of Eden a permanent water source in the George Gill Range (swimming not permitted) and enjoy spectacular views across Watarrka National Park and into the Canyon itself Or take the leisurely Creek Bed Walk with your Driver Guide. Learn about the history and geology of the area, and the local flora and fauna including the MacDonnell Ranges Cycad If choosing the Creek Bed Walk there s time for a scenic helicopter flight (own expense) or a cool off in the pool at Kings Canyon Resort Time out for lunch at Kings Canyon Resort (own expense) TOUR ALTERNATIVES Tour Continues to Alice Springs Y20 Need to get to Alice Springs? It s easy. When you book the Y20 Day Tour you ll travel on to Alice Springs after your tour of Kings Canyon, rather than return to Ayers Rock Resort. Kings Canyon Scenic Climb Y28 Already in Kings Canyon? If so, you can book the Y28 Day Tour of Kings Canyon. You ll start and end the tour in Kings Canyon. On the return journey, your Driver Guide will explain the history of the surrounding cattle stations and other points of interest Water bottle to hold 3 litres for the Rim Walk or 1½ litres for the Creek Bed Walk, hat, sunscreen, fly-net in summer months, enclosed walking shoes, warm layers in cooler months Garden of Eden $235 adult $118 child Y19 $299 adult $150 child Y20 $79 adult $40 child Y28 Y19 & Y20: Daily 4.00am (Oct-Mar) and 4.30am (Apr-Sep) from Ayers Rock Resort Y28: Daily 30 minutes prior to sunrise from Kings Canyon Resort Y19: 5.00pm (Oct-Mar) and 5.30pm (Apr-Sep) to Ayers Rock Resort Y20: 7.00pm (Oct-Mar) and 7.30pm (Apr-Sep) in Alice Springs Y28: 3 hours after sunrise to Kings Canyon Resort (times approximate) INCLUSIONS Breakfast (Y19 & Y20 only) For more information, visit aatkings.com/y19 or Y20 or Y28
BEST SELLER 13 Alice Springs Reptile Centre Alice Springs Telegraph Station Alice Springs A Town Like Alice HALF DAY A3 Learn how the town of Alice Springs has evolved into the central hub of the Australian outback. Visit historical sites and some of the essential services delivered from Alice to the community of this vast region. The traditional custodians of the land are the Arrernte people, who refer to Alice as Mpwante. Visit Alice Springs Reptile Centre, home to the largest reptile display in Central Australia, where you'll have lots of fun, particularly during the show and if you re game, try the supervised handling session. Anzac Hill Hear from your Driver Guide how Alice Springs began as a radio repeater station along the Overland Telegraph Line Call into the School of the Air, which provides education to primary school aged children living on remote properties in the Northern Territory Explore the Telegraph Station, site of the first European settlement in Alice Springs, and learn how it relayed messages between Darwin and Adelaide for 60 years Visit the headquarters of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, which delivers medical services to those who live and work in remote rural Australia At the Alice Springs Reptile Centre, encounter goannas, frill-neck lizards, and meet Terry the saltwater crocodile! Top off your afternoon with a panoramic view over Alice and the surrounding West MacDonnell Ranges, from the top of Anzac Hill Water bottle to hold 1 litre, hat, sunscreen, enclosed walking shoes, warm layers in cooler months OPTIONAL ADD-ON Tour + Alice Springs Desert Park A3D Before your tour of the town, why not immerse yourself in the beauty of the Central Australian desert at the Alice Springs Desert Park? It s home to a vast range of plants and wildlife native to the area. You can really experience the beauty and diversity of this incredible landscape. The Arrernte people, traditional owners of the park, are also on hand to share their local wisdom and knowledge. Before leaving the park, be sure to visit the Nocturnal House and Birds of Prey presentation. Royal Flying Doctor Service $110 adult $55 child A3 $185 adult $95 child A3D April-November & March December-February Daily (Apr-Nov & Mar) and Mon, Thu & Sat (Dec-Feb) 1.50pm from Alice Springs (earlier from your hotel see back cover) 6.00pm approximately For more information, visit aatkings.com/a3
14 BEST SELLER Simpsons Gap Angkerle Ormiston Gorge West MacDonnell Ranges FULL DAY A8 Today you re headed for the beautiful West MacDonnell Ranges. Along the way your Driver Guide will point out significant landmarks and share details of the region's history and rich culture. In this scenery-packed itinerary, visit iconic sights of Angkerle (Standley Chasm), Ellery Creek Big Hole, Ormiston and Glen Helen Gorges and Simpsons Gap, and learn all about the use of ochre in ancient times at the Ochre Pits. The West MacDonnell Ranges stretch over 600 kms east and west of Alice Springs and feature some of the most iconic sights in the Northern Territory Explore Simpsons Gap and walk through to the waterhole, keeping an eye out for black-footed rock wallabies Take a walk along the stony watercourse at Angkerle (Standley Chasm), where you may see some bird and wildlife that inhabit the area At the Ochre Pits, see natural ochres in the cliff face that have provided a source of materials for indigenous people for thousands of years Enjoy a fresh bushman's lunch at Glen Helen Gorge, where the permanent waterhole is home to a variety of water birds and fish At Ormiston Gorge, see spectacular geology and landforms reminiscent of the paintings of Albert Namatjira See some amazing geology at Ellery Creek Big Hole, where thousands of years of massive floods have carved out a beautiful waterhole in Ellery Creek. Don't forget your swimmers in the warmer months Return to Alice Springs with the late afternoon sun reflecting on the MacDonnell Ranges along the way Water bottle to hold 1 litre, hat, swimmers and towel, sunscreen, enclosed walking shoes, warm layers in cooler months Ellery Creek Big Hole West MacDonnell Ranges $135 adult $68 child Daily 8.00am from Alice Springs (earlier from your hotel see back cover) 5.30pm approximately INCLUSIONS Lunch West MacDonnell Ranges For more information, visit aatkings.com/a8 Tour operated by our partners at Emu Run Experience.
15 Palm Valley Amphitheatre Finke Gorge National Park Creek bed Palm Valley Outback Safari by 4WD FULL DAY A5 Go off-road in a custom-designed 4WD vehicle and reach destinations that are otherwise difficult to access. Through the Central Australian landscape, we ll take you down the very edge of the Finke River and into the amazing Palm Valley. You ll see the important sights and visit an Aboriginal community, Hermannsburg, known to the local Arrernte people as Ntaria. You ll arrive at the best time of the day to see the Amphitheatre. Also known as Kalaranga, this group of red sandstone formations is particularly striking as the early morning sun leaves a glow of amazing light and colour across the landscape Arrive in the oasis of Palm Valley, the only area in Central Australia where red cabbage palms survive From your 4WD and on foot, you ll be amazed by the enormous rock formations, pinnacles, gorges and endless palm trees Enjoy a picnic lunch in Finke Gorge National Park and hear about the park s cultural significance for the Arrernte people Visit Hermannsburg Aboriginal Community, the birthplace of artist Albert Namatjira. View amazing artworks at the gallery and explore the historic buildings Water bottle to hold 1 litre, hat, sunscreen, enclosed walking shoes, warm layers in cooler months Cabbage palms Hermannsburg $169 adult $85 child Sun, Mon, Wed & Fri 7.30am (Apr-Sep) from Alice Springs (earlier from your hotel see back cover) 6.00pm approximately INCLUSIONS Lunch Palm Valley For more information, visit aatkings.com/a5
Free Hotel Pick-ups Please be outside the hotel 5 minutes prior to pick-up time Uluru (Ayers Rock) Sails in the Desert Ayers Rock Campground Outback Pioneer Desert Gardens Kings Canyon (Apr-Sep) 4.30am 4.35am 4.35am 4.45am Kings Canyon (Oct-Mar) 4.00am 4.05am 4.05am 4.15am Uluru Sunrise & Field of Light Uluru Sunrise & Kata Tjuta Kata Tjuta Sunrise & Valley of the Winds Uluru Morning Guided Base Walk 105 minutes prior to sunrise 90 minutes prior to sunrise 95 minutes prior to sunrise 60 minutes prior to sunrise Kata Tjuta Walpa Pit Stop (Apr-Oct) 12.45pm 12.50pm 12.50pm 1.00pm Kata Tjuta Walpa Pit Stop (Nov-Mar) 1.45pm 1.50pm 1.50pm 2.00pm Uluru Sacred Sites & Sunset (Apr-Oct) 2.30pm 2.35pm 2.35pm 2.45pm Uluru Sacred Sites & Sunset (Nov-Mar) 3.00pm 3.05pm 3.05pm 3.15pm Kata Tjuta Sunset Uluru Sunset Ayers Rock to Kings Canyon or Alice Springs (Apr-Sep) Ayers Rock to Kings Canyon or Alice Springs (Oct-Mar) 90 minutes prior to sunset 60 minutes prior to sunset 1.00pm 1.05pm 1.05pm 1.15pm 12.30pm 12.35pm 12.35pm 12.45pm Note: Emu Walk Apartments guests join at Desert Gardens & Lost Camel Hotel guests join at Sails in the Desert. Uluru Free WiFi & USB Stay connected and charged during your holiday as all of our coaches are equipped with WiFi* and most with USB charging ports. *Speed and reception may vary in remote areas. Booking Conditions PRICES & ITINERARIES This brochure is effective from 01 April 2019 to 31 March 2020. Prices shown are in Australian currency, include GST and supersede all prices previously advertised. The operator reserves the right to cancel tours and amend prices, itineraries and days of operation as required. At times it may be necessary to provide alternative transport. Any personal expenses incurred by a client as a result of any delay, alteration or curtailment of any tour, whether caused by flooding or any other causes are the responsibility of the client. Refunds are not available for wet weather or changing weather conditions. Clients are strongly advised to take out travel insurance. All prices are valid subject to Government, hotel and fuel surcharges. CHILD PRICES Children 2 to 15 years of age are entitled to the child price on ½ Day and 1 Day Tours. Infants up to and including 1 year old are free of charge. CONCESSION PRICES Australian Senior Card Holders, Australian and New Zealand pensioners and full-time Australian Students travel on concessional prices where applicable. Please have your card with you. Some tours not operated by AAT Kings are excluded from this discount. CANCELLATIONS Cancellation fees will be levied relative to the amount of notice given: less than 6 days 50% of tour price, within 24 hours or no show 100% of tour price. TOUR PARTICIPATION On an AAT Kings tour, children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Clients with disabilities are welcome on AAT Kings tours providing they are accompanied by an able-bodied companion and do not require special assistance from AAT Kings personnel. AAT Kings reserves the right to refuse to carry anyone if it is felt the individual cannot cope with the requirements of coach tour travel and who may require services and facilities that AAT Kings cannot guarantee will be available. You agree to not hold AAT Kings responsible for any decision made by AAT Kings or any service provider to refuse to carry you, provide any facilities or accommodation to you or to provide any service to you. SMOKING Government regulations prohibit smoking inside tourist coaches within Australia. Please restrict smoking to the ample stops en route. OPTIONAL TOURS & SELECTED INCLUDED TOURS INCLUDING CRUISES These tours are not operated by AAT Kings, or by persons or companies associated with AAT Kings. Therefore we cannot and do not take any responsibility whatsoever for any injury or loss of any type arising in any manner including whether as a result of negligence or otherwise. 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For full booking conditions visit: aatkings.com Alice Springs A8 AM A5 AM A6 AM A3 PM Alice in the Territory 7.40 6.55 6.55 1.25 Alice Lodge Backpackers 7.50 Join at Mercure Alice Springs Resort Alice Motor Inn 7.50 6.35 6.35 1.05 Alice on Todd 7.45 6.45 6.40 1.15 Alice s Secret 7.50 Join at Mercure Alice Springs Resort Alice Springs Tourist Park 7.30 6.35 6.15 1.05 Aurora Alice Springs 7.55 7.10 6.35 1.40 Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters 7.40 6.55 6.55 1.25 Desert Palms Resort 7.40 6.55 6.45 1.25 Desert Rose Inn 7.55 6.35 6.35 1.05 Diplomat Motel 7.55 7.15 6.30 1.45 DoubleTree by Hilton 7.40 6.55 6.50 1.25 Elkira Motel 7.55 6.35 6.30 1.05 G Day Mate Caravan Park 7.35 6.40 6.55 1.10 Haven Backpackers 7.30 7.15 6.15 1.05 Heritage Caravan Park 7.35 6.40 6.55 1.10 ibis Styles Oasis 7.45 6.50 6.40 1.20 Jump Inn 7.45 6.50 6.40 1.20 Kathy s B&B Join at Alice Motor Inn MacDonnell Ranges Caravan Park 7.35 6.40 6.55 1.10 Mercure Alice Springs Resort 7.50 7.05 6.25 1.35 Pioneer YHA Join at Aurora Alice Springs Quest Apartments 7.45 7.00 6.40 1.30 Swagman's Rest 7.45 6.45 6.40 1.15 Todd Tavern 7.55 7.10 6.35 1.40 Wintersun Caravan Park 7.25 6.35 6.15 1.45 How to Book Telephone 1300 228 546 Online aatkings.com Email daytoursres@aatkings.com.au AAT Kings Tours Pty Ltd 82-86 Bourke Road, Alexandria NSW 2015 T 02 9028 5180 ABN 97 079 722 464 a family of brands ttc.com In Store Tour Information Centre Ayers Rock Resort, Yulara, Northern Territory or book with your hotel concierge 13006b