Adelaide River War Cemetery, Pine Creek and Edith Falls

Adelaide River War Cemetery - We start the day with a stop at the Adelaide River war cemetery, a reminder of our involvement in WW2 and the events that occurred.

Pine Creek - We arrive in Pine Creek, a town with a rich gold mining history. We will stop at the old mine lookout to learn about the miners and their work.

Edith Falls - We’ll enjoy a refreshing swim and some lunch at Edith Falls. Once we’ve cooled off we’ll visit Katherine Gorge where we will set up camp for the night.

Katherine Gorge and Mataranka Thermal Pool

Katherine - This morning we take our time to take in the sights of the magnificent Katherine Gorge. You have two options, to either board a relaxing cruise where you will be guided up stream to both the first and second gorge, or grab a paddle and explore the gorge via a canoe. If you chose the canoe option, you take a boat to the second gorge then paddle to both the second and third gorge at your own pace, while stopping for a swim or anything of interest.

Mataranka Thermal Pool - In the afternoon we’ll arrive at the thermal pools known as Mataranka Springs for refreshing dip before setting up camp in Elsey National Park.

Bitter Springs, Daly Waters and Karlu Karlu-Devils Marbles

Daly Waters - Daly Waters is surprisingly home to Australia’s first international airfield, used to refuel commercial flights in the 1920s and 1930s. We can not go to Daly Waters without a stop at the famous outback pub to have a look around and grab a drink if you wish.

Alice Springs Telegraph Station,

Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve - We make our way to Alice Springs to the historic Telegraph Station established in 1871. The site is where the first European settled when they arrived in the area and the station was set up to relay messages between Darwin and Adelaide along Australia’s Overland Telegraph Line. It not only connected Australia’s towns with the north, but it also connected Australia with the undersea telegraph network of the British Empire.

Alice Springs - We’ll check out the local lookout and stock up at the shops, ready for our next leg of the adventure. You will have time to have a look around the mall and the galleries, etc.

Ellery Creek Big Hole, Glen Helen and Palm Valley

Ellery Creek Big Hole - We begin by making our way towards the West Macdonald ranges stopping off at Ellery Creek big hole, the creek cuts through the gorge after thousands of years of flooding has carved the rock unlocking some amazing geology.

Glen Helen - Our next stop is Glen Helen Gorge; a stunning natural chasm offering an opportunity for a swim.

Palm Valley - In the afternoon, we’ll discover Palm Valley, named after the lofty tropical palms found in the area, the place is characterised by red rock, sandy riverbeds and native shrubs. It’s also home to a diversity of native wildlife, including dingoes, goannas, kangaroos, snakes, and wallabies.

Kings Canyon

Kings Canyon - We have an early start as we make our way to Kings Canyon in Watarrka National park. The main gorge plunges 270 metres/885 feet to the canyon floor and smaller gorges, such as the Garden of Eden, are also found on route. The area is home to endemic plants and animals including some unique cycads. We have most of the day to explore the gorge before continuing on to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Today we are up early to witness the majestic sunrise over Uluru before we embark on the base walk. A great opportunity to observe some of the Aboriginal rock art and cultural sites at the rock. Your guide will interpret some of these sites for you to provide an understanding of the cultural importance of this place to the Anangu people.

After our walk we take a short drive to the park’s second major landmark, Kata Tjuta. These large, domed rocks are very impressive. Your guide will pick the best walk in the conditions, a chance for you to explore the domes up close. We’ll then make our way back Uluru for sunset.

Finke and Charlotte Waters

. Witjira National Park including Dalhousie Mound Springs

Oodnadatta, Painted Desert and Coober Pedy

Oodnadatta - We make our way to the outback town of Oodnadatta which holds the record for the hottest place in Australia at 50.7 degrees.

We detour through to the painted desert and make a stop to explore the impressive escarpment; the natural colours of this place need to been seen to be believed.

Coober Pedy - We will then arrive at Coober Pedy where we will take a guided tour of a working opal mine. You’ll learn about the mining process and the techniques for finding the precious opals. After the tour you will have an opportunity to fossick for your own opals and shop in the galleries. We will also restock our supplies in the town and you’ll be given the chance to look at a few of the other opal galleries.

After our time at Coober Pedy we stop to admire the Dingo fence; it is one of the longest structures in the world as it stretches 5,614 kilometres. We will set up camp on station country.

Anna Creek Station, William Creek, Strangeway Springs, Blanche Cup, Coward Springs and Lake Eyre

William Creek - Today we make our way through Anna Creek Station, the worlds largest Cattle station at 5851000 acres before making a stop at William Creek to see one of Australia’s most remote pubs.

Marree and Flinders Ranges National Park

Brachina Gorge Geological Trail - Explore the ancient and rugged mountain landscapes of Brachina Gorge, one of the most spectacular features of Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park. Learn about the geology, wildlife and cultural heritage of this iconic destination.

Flinders Ranges National Park and Quorn

Wilpena Pound - We explore some of the southern parts of the Flinders Ranges, we pass over the steep slopes of Razorback Ridge and explore some of the walks around Wilpena Pound, a natural amphitheater surrounded by the Flinders Ranges. We make a stop at a Adnyamthanha painting and ceremonial site, to learn about the local indigenous culture.

Quorn - We continue towards Adelaide and pass through the historic town of Quorn, the original starting place of the old Ghan railway line. We then travel through the picturesque Pichi Richi Pass before making our way to Adelaide. We will finish the tour at a central meeting point in the town centre so everyone can make their way to their accommodation.

Adelaide - We will drop you off at a convenient location for everyone to make their way to their accommodation.

• Swag and tent
• South Australia Parks Pass
• guide
• Lunch
• Dinner
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Breakfast
• Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park pass

• Sleeping bag and pillow
• Flight over Lake Eyre
• NT Parks Pass