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Adelaide, Australia
Ends
Darwin, Australia
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Be My Guest The Falzon Family in the Northern Territory
Alice Springs: Meet the Falzon family, who have entertained and informed visitors for over 20 years in the outback of Australia, for a Be My Guest Outback Dinner and Show. You will hear stories of ecology, culture and astronomy and learn about the sustainable lifestyle the family has created.
Alice Springs: Join a local Aboriginal guide to learn about the culture and traditions of the Arrernte People at the Alice Springs Desert Park.
Kakadu National Park: Get up close to Aboriginal rock art dating some 20,000 years in Kakadu National Park.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Jawoyn Aboriginal Cultural Experience
Flinders Ranges: Your stay at Wilpena Pound Resort directly assists the future of the local Aboriginal people as well as the environment.
Explore Adelaide Central Market, Coober Pedy Opal Centre, Alice Springs Desert Park, Quorn, Royal Flying Doctor Service, Earth Sanctuary, School of the Air, Nitmiluk and Kakadu National Parks
Discover Adelaide, and Alice Springs
Visit Uluru, Walpa Gorge at Kata Tjuta, and Kings Canyon
View An opal demonstration in Coober Pedy, sunset and sunrise at Uluru, crocodiles and birdlife, and Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr
See Vast cattle properties, and Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles)
Scenic Cruise On Nitmiluk Gorge, and Yellow Water Billabong
Coober Pedy: A family owned property that brings Coober Pedy dugout living to life, the Desert Cave Hotel offers guests an opportunity to gain insights into the town's opal mining heritage and the unique opportunity to experience life underground.
Uluru: Discover the stunning heart of the Red Centre at Ayers Rock Resort. Revealing natural beauty of this unique landscape, the accommodation offer incredible views of towering gums, flowering native shrubs and flowing red dunes.
Flinders Ranges: Your stay at Wilpena Pound Resort directly assists the future of the local Aboriginal people as well as the environment.
Explore Adelaide Central Market, Coober Pedy Opal Centre, Alice Springs Desert Park, Quorn, Royal Flying Doctor Service, Earth Sanctuary, School of the Air, Nitmiluk and Kakadu National Parks
Discover Adelaide, and Alice Springs
Visit Uluru, Walpa Gorge at Kata Tjuta, and Kings Canyon
View An opal demonstration in Coober Pedy, sunset and sunrise at Uluru, crocodiles and birdlife, and Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr
See Vast cattle properties, and Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles)
Scenic Cruise On Nitmiluk Gorge, and Yellow Water Billabong
Coober Pedy: A family owned property that brings Coober Pedy dugout living to life, the Desert Cave Hotel offers guests an opportunity to gain insights into the town's opal mining heritage and the unique opportunity to experience life underground.
Uluru: Discover the stunning heart of the Red Centre at Ayers Rock Resort. Revealing natural beauty of this unique landscape, the accommodation offer incredible views of towering gums, flowering native shrubs and flowing red dunes.
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Ready to experience the heart of Australia’s rugged wilderness? The Outback Adventure is a 15-day, moderate-paced wildlife safari that takes you from Adelaide to Darwin, traversing dazzling landscapes from the Red Centre to the lush Top End.
Immerse yourself in Aboriginal culture, meet classic local characters, and witness some of the country’s most breathtaking scenery, including Kata Tjuta and Kakadu National Park. With expertly guided game drives, comfortable accommodations, and seamless transport, this journey ticks every box for experienced travelers seeking a comprehensive outback experience.
What sets this tour package apart is its breadth—uniting cultural immersion, wildlife encounters, and iconic landscapes into one unforgettable trip across Australia’s legendary interior.
day 1 - Welcome to Adelaide
Hello, adventurers! Kick off your 15-day Outback adventure in Adelaide (flights to arrive prior to 12.30pm). This beautiful city is known for its festivals, sporting events, colonial churches and architecture, amazing food, and as the gateway to renowned wine regions in the Clare Valley and McLaren Vale. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Drink before exploring the city sights, passing the Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide Botanic Garden, Parliament House, and Adelaide Oval. Once you've worked up an appetite, enjoy a guided tour of Adelaide Central Market with a Local Specialist. Lucky you, you'll visit your guide's favourite stalls in this massive fresh produce market of more than 80 traders - browsing right where the chefs and locals shop. Try Artisan cheeses, quirky Australian native foods, and fresh fruits and nuts with a focus on what's in season. Tonight is yours to enjoy!
Location Visited:Adelaide
Accommodation:Crowne Plaza
day 2 - Heart of the Flinders Ranges
Rise and shine for a big day of art, culture, and wine. You'll begin travelling to the Clare Valley, one of Australia's oldest and undiscovered wine regions, to join a Local Specialist at Knappstein Enterprise Winery. Sip on the award-winning wines like the area's celebrated Rieslings and world-class reds and tour the heritage-listed property. Then it's time for an exclusive look at the world-renowned panoramic landscapes at the Jeff Morgan Gallery. Jeff himself will greet you for a tour of his panoramic paintings of the Flinders Ranges, one measuring 33 metres long. Be amazed at the dramatic scenery of the rugged Australian outback before exploring it for yourself. You're headed into the heart of the Flinders Ranges for your stay at Wilpena Pound Resort - tucked in South Australia's largest mountain range and owned by the Aboriginal people who have lived here for thousands of years. You'll be welcomed by an Aboriginal Elder or member of the local community, learn about the area, and, with your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience, contributes to the future of the adnyamathanha people, the original owners of this land.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Adelaide, Flinders Ranges
Accommodation:Wilpena Pound Resort
day 3 - Port Augusta on the Spencer Gulf
Start a full day of history with epic views of Wilpena Pound at Wangara Lookout. Enjoy a walk along a creek through bush and pines arriving at Hills Homestead - eyes peeled for kangaroos along the way. At the cottage, learn about the original settlers who struggled to survive in this harsh environment. Then head through Pichi Richi Pass, part of the first stage of the Great Northern Railway in 1879 linking Port Augusta and Darwin, to Quorn. Soak in Quorn's history as a vital railway junction during WWII on a guided walking tour before arriving in Spencer Gulf's Port Augusta. Here you'll visit the Wadlata Outback Centre, travelling through their 'Tunnel of Time' to the days of the dinosaurs learning how the Flinders Ranges and Outback evolved, the people who once owned the land, and those who live there today. Well acquainted with stories of this rugged and history-rich landscape, end the day relaxing over dinner at a local Aussie pub.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Flinders Ranges, Port Augusta
Accommodation:Majestic Oasis Apartments
day 4 - The World Opal Capital Coober Pedy
Continue your deep dive into the history of the land with a visit to Woomera, an isolated, former rocket-testing site of the 1960s. Hear its storied history at the Woomera Heritage Centre and Missile Park. Then its mining time as you journey through salt-lake country to the opal capital of the world in Coober Pedy, founded in 1920. A fascinating stop, you'll be amazed to learn that over half the population of this town live underground in opal mining caves to escape the heat. Meet a Local Specialist who will explain different types of opals and their quality and take you down and through a labyrinth of the town's head-scratching subterranean facilities. showcasing the different types of early and modern dugout homes. Pop into the shop to browse opal jewellery before your unforgettable Stays With Stories accommodation with a chance to experience dugout' living. Explore their underground shopping arcade, underground bar, and historic display on mining, opals and what it's really like to live in Outback Australia.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Port Augusta, Coober Pedy
Accommodation:Desert Cave
day 5 - To Uluru in Central Australia
Journey to the heart of the Red Centre today to World Heritage listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. You'll experience the true beauty of mesmerizing Uluru over a classic sundowner of appetizers and sparkling wine. Sit back as the surrounding grasses blow and the sky lights up in red and orange illuminating Uluru rising 348 metres. Gazing up at its massive structure, you'll feel a deep appreciation for and connection to this vast land. After an unforgettable sunset, head to your Stays With Stories experience and home for the next two nights at the Desert Gardens Hotel. This indigenous owned hotel is surrounded by the red dirt and desert trees you've explored and the perfect spot to immerse yourself in nature. Stay in or join an optional Uluru Barbecue Dinner complete with a stargazing tour of the vast Southern sky (please pre-book).
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Coober Pedy, Uluru
Accommodation:Desert Gardens
day 6 - Uluru Sunrise and Kata Tjuta
Rise and shine early today to witness a once in a lifetime sunrise at Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Hot cocoa in hand, sit back as the sun lights up Uluru and its desert surroundings. Get more acquainted with the park on a drive with your Travel Director before putting boots to the ground on a guided walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole. At the base of Uluru, learn from your Travel Director about its ancient rock art that has been preserved for hundreds of years, putting history in the words and pictures of those who've lived it. You have some free time to sit by the pool or visit the art galleries and Town Square shopping village before capping off the day with a guided walk through Kata Tjuta's red-hued sedimentary rock through Walpa (wind) Gorge to a lookout. You're fortunate to experience another magnificent Red Centre sunset paired with sparkling wine and light refreshments in this more secluded spot. Cheers to grandeur and grand history of Uluru and cheers to adventure.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Uluru
Accommodation:Desert Gardens
day 7 - Journey to Kings Canyon
If you loved yesterday's sunrise, you could take it to another level with a private Optional Experience at the Field of Light installation of artist Bruce Munro. Against the desert backdrop, you'll watch 50,000 glass spheres light up Uluru in violet, blue, and white like a field of flowers. It's a unique and dazzling start to your morning that will make you see this land you've come to love in a whole new way. You'll continue your desert adventure on an epic drive from Uluru to Watarrka National Park (named for an Indigenous word meaning umbrella bush) exploring the ancient walls of Kings Canyon that rise 100 metres above Kings Creek. Now, lace up your hiking boots and, accompanied by your Travel Director, climb to top of the canyon for a walk around its semi-circular edge. After your ascent, leave the sandstone formations behind to drop into the Garden of Eden's shaded, lush oasis of greenery. Or take it easier on the creek bed walk. After a day in the desert, your home for the night is Kings Canyon Resort, where you'll enjoy a dinner surrounded by desert-scapes and a sunset over Carmichael Crag.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Uluru, Kings Canyon
Accommodation:Kings Canyon Resort
day 8 - To A Town Like Alice
This morning you're on your way through the Outback to central Australia's Alice Springs. Learn all about the history of the town at the circa 1871 Telegraph Station. This important site which has a deep history of sending messages between Darwin and Adelaide with a single wire, not only connected Australia's north and south, but also the first communication link between Australia and England. After a day of rich land and rich history, it's off to Anzac Hill for panoramic views over Alice Springs. Pay a visit to the hilltop Anzac Memorial basking in the views of the Western and Eastern MacDonnell ranges.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Kings Canyon, Alice Springs
Accommodation:DoubleTree by Hilton
day 9 - Sights of The Alice
Dive Into Culture at Alice Springs Desert Park as an Aboriginal guide Local Specialist shares the culture and traditions of the local Arrernte People. Learn about the desert birds like the Barn Owl, emu, and Princess Parrot and animals including the dingo, red kangaroo, and Western Quoll. Next, meet the magnificent Royal Flying Doctor Service with a Local Specialist learning how they provide emergency medical assistance in the Outback. Visit their centre packed with history and even peak inside a replica of one of their small planes. Continue your day of culture at the Earth Sanctuary World Nature Centre. You'll Connect With Locals, the Falzon family, learning about their sustainable, wind and solar powered lifestyle in the rugged Outback. You're treated to a home-cooked Be My Guest Aussie BBQ as you hear stories of ecology, culture, and life on the farm. To top it all off, sit back and soak it all in as they treat you to a star talk, complete with telescopes, and lead you in guitar accompanied sing-along.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Alice Springs
Accommodation:DoubleTree by Hilton
day 10 - Mysterious Sightings near Tennant Creek
Kick off your morning in Alice Springs with a fascinating visit to the School of the Air, the world's largest classroom, and if you are lucky enough to be there during school term you might see a live session with kids in some of Australia's most remote reaches. From schools to natural wonders, your next stop is Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles), an amazing outcrop of precariously balanced granite boulders. Stroll among these massive rocks of up to six metres high that continue to crack and change shape, believed by the Warmungu Aboriginal people to be the fossilised eggs of the Rainbow Serpent. Immerse yourself in the area's history at your overnight in the former 1930s gold-mining town of Tennant Creek, the Territory's heart of gold. Feast on a hearty meal before resting up before another big day in the Outback.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Alice Springs, Tennant Creek
Accommodation:Bluestone Motor Inn
day 11 - Katherine Via Thermal Springs
See another side of the Outback wetting your whistle at the historic Daly Waters Pub. This quirky pub has seen its cast of characters from the days when Qantas' pilots used to stop to refuel on the nearby dirt runway to today's patrons who follow the leave something behind motto sticking a collection of memorabilia to the walls. Grab a cold schooner and leave one of your own treasures behind before continuing to Mataranka's hot springs. From one watering hole to another, here you'll enjoy a refreshing swim in its crystal-clear, thermal springs or grab a seat on its stairs and seating areas and soak in the healing waters. Journey to where the Outback meets the Tropics arriving in your centrally located hotel in Katherine for dinner.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Tennant Creek, Katherine
Accommodation:Contour
day 12 - To Australia's Largest National Park
Our first stop is Nitmiluk National Park, where, accompanied by a Local Specialist, you'll embark on an Indigenous-owned two-hour boat cruise along the ancient waterway of Nitmiluk Gorge. After admiring the steep cliff walls, and maybe a freshwater crocodile or two on the banks, take to the trails admiring fascinating indigenous rock art. To continue your exploration, a second boat is waiting to take you to the even bigger cliffs of the deep river gorge. Along the way, your guide will share their knowledge of the traditional Jawoyn landowners and their stories of how the gorge was formed. Continue your national park adventures deep into Kakadu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. At this cultural jewel, you'll join a Local Specialist to cruise Yellow Water Billabong, famous for its diverse species of birdlife including magpie geese and, yes, crocodiles. After a big day in the outdoors, you'll stay in the heart of Kakadu at the indigenous owned and totally unique hotel - in the shape of a crocodile.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Katherine, Jabiru
Accommodation:Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Jabiru
day 13 - Top End Capital, Darwin
Dive Into Culture at Ubirr, one of Kakadu's, and Australia's, renowned Aboriginal rock art sites. Your Travel Director is accredited and well versed to share the history and the stories behind the images in this rocky landscape rich with history. Go for a wander on the loop trail past caves and overhangs before another stunning sight. You'll stop at Nadab lookout at Ubirr for the most amazing view over the wetlands of Kakadu. And, fun fact for movie buffs, Crocodile Dundee was filmed here! From rock art to modern cityscapes, you're headed to the multicultural city of Darwin. After settling into your ideally located hotel on the Darwin Esplanade, you might choose to watch a movie under the stars at the Deckchair Cinema or soak up the atmosphere and flavours of the Mindil Beach Sunset Market, to watch the iconic sunset. In a city known for its Asian influenced food, this famous food market has plenty of tempting options for you to choose from.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Jabiru, Darwin
Accommodation:Hilton Garden Inn
day 14 - The Top End - Yours to Explore
Australia brings new sights and traditions with every step of your journey. Today is yours to unlock the best of the Top End with your choice of two Optional Experiences. Head to Litchfield National Park to take in thundering waterfalls, a rainforest, and historic sacred sites. Or join a Tiwi Islands Day Tour to visit a modern-day Aboriginal community. After soaking up the sun on your last big day, return to Darwin for a celebratory evening over dinner with your travel companions. It's a magnificent final full day of your Outback adventure.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Darwin
Accommodation:Hilton Garden Inn
day 15 - Farewell Darwin
It's a been two weeks of sun, fun, and adventure in the outback, but all good things must come to an end. Say farewell to your fellow travellers this morning over breakfast before your transfer to Darwin Airport for your onward flight (flights anytime).
