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Day 1: Sydney - Griffith
Depart Sydney and travel along the Hume Highway,
via Goulburn and Wagga Wagga to Griffith. Enjoy
a welcome drink this evening with your Tour
Director and travelling companions. Accommodation:
Griffith Motor Inn, Griffith. 
Day 2: Griffith - Adelaide
Travel via vast Hay Plains and Mildura, located
on the mighty Murray River. We cross the South
Australian border and continue on to the city
of Adelaide.
Accommodation: Stamford Plaza, Adelaide. (B)
Day 3: Flinders Ranges
See the sights of Adelaide on an orientation
tour, before we make our way north and sample
some local wines at Sevenhill Cellars. Later,
travel through the picturesque Flinders Ranges
and into Wilpena Pound. Accommodation: Wilpena
Pound Resort, Flinders Ranges. (B)
Day 4: Port Augusta
Enjoy time to explore Wilpena Pound. This afternoon
travel through Pitchi Richi Pass to Port Augusta
and visit the Wadlata Outback Centre. Accommodation:
Majestic Oasis Apartments, Port Augusta. (B)
Day 5: Coober Pedy
Visit Woomera, before travelling to Coober Pedy.
Visit an underground church and home. Accommodation:
Desert Cave Hotel, Coober Pedy. (B)
Day 6: Coober Pedy -“ Uluru (Ayers
Rock)
We cross the border into the Northern Territory
and continue to Uluru – Kata Tjuta National
Park. This evening enjoy a glass of wine and
nibbles as you watch sunset over Uluru. There
is the option to join the fabulous Sounds of
Silence dinner tonight. Accommodation: Sails
in the Desert Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights.
(B)
Day 7: Uluru (Ayers Rock) - Kata Tjuta
(the Olgas)
This morning you may wish to join an early tour
to view sunrise over Uluru. Enjoy a walk into
Mutitjulu Waterhole and stop at the Uluru -
Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. This afternoon visit
Kata Tjuta. Enjoy sunset with a glass of sparkling
wine, followed by a barbecue dinner under the
stars. (B) (HD)
Day 8: Kings Canyon
Travel to Kings Canyon today. For the energetic,
a guided climb to the Canyon rim will be rewarded
with magnificent views of Watarrka National
Park. Alternatively, you may prefer to explore
the Canyon floor. Accommodation: Kings Canyon
Resort, Kings Canyon. (B)
Day 9: Alice Springs
Leaving Watarrka National Park behind, we travel
through to Alice Springs. See the sights of
Alice Springs, including the Royal Flying Doctor
Service, School of the Air and the Telegraph
Station. We stop for panoramic views of Alice
Springs from Anzac Hill. Accommodation: Alice
Springs Resort, 2 nights. (B)
Day 10: Aboriginal Culture - Alice
Springs Desert Park
This morning spend time with a local Aboriginal
guide on an Aboriginal Cultural Tour. This afternoon
we travel to Standley Chasm, Simpsons Gap and
visit the Alice Springs Desert Park. (B)
Day 11: Tennant Creek
Travelling north we arrive at Karlu Karlu (Devils
Marbles). There is time to walk around these
precariously balanced boulders. On arrival in
Tennant Creek we join a local guide for a tour
of the historic Battery Hill Precinct. Tour
an underground mine and experience the life
of an early miner. Enjoy a barbecue dinner at
the Battery Mine Centre. Accommodation: Eldorado
Motor Inn, Tennant Creek. (B) (HD)
Day 12: Mataranka - Katherine
Travel across vast outback stations. Visit the
historic Daly Waters Hotel, before continuing
into 'Never Never' country. Stop at the tropical
oasis of Mataranka for a swim. Accommodation:
Paraway Motel, Katherine. (B)
Day 13: Katherine Gorge -“ Kakadu
We join our local guide on an early morning
cruise through Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National
Park. Visit the Nitmiluk Visitor Centre and
then continue deep into Kakadu National Park.
Join an afternoon cruise on the famous Yellow
Water Billabong. Accommodation: Gagudju Crocodile
Holiday Inn, Jabiru. (B)
Day 14: Kakadu - Darwin
Travel to Ubirr and climb to the top of this
rocky outcrop for rewarding views. We stop at
Bowali Visitor Centre. The displays here will
take you on a journey through Kakadu's varied
habitats and landscapes. This afternoon travel
to Darwin and enjoy a sightseeing tour.
Accommodation: Saville Park Suites, Darwin,
3 nights. (B)
Day 15: Litchfield National Park
This morning we travel to Litchfield National
Park to see beautiful Florence Falls and the
Magnetic Termite Mounds. (B)
INDEPENDENT TOURING DAYS 16-19
Day 16: Darwin at leisure
Enjoy a full day at leisure in the tropical
city of Darwin. Take a stroll along the Esplanade
or simply sit back and relax by the hotel pool.
(B)
Day 17: Darwin - The Ghan
Board The Legendary Ghan this morning in Darwin.
Upon arrival in Katherine you may like to join
an optional town tour including the School of
the Air, Katherine Museum and historic Springvale
Homestead. Return to The Ghan. Accommodation:
Gold Kangaroo Service, The Ghan, 2 nights. (BD)
Day 18: The Ghan
Arrive in Alice Springs this morning and enjoy
a guided tour of the Alice Springs Desert Park.
Continue to Adelaide. (BLD)
Day 19: Depart Adelaide
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast on The Ghan, before
arriving at Keswick Station in Adelaide. You
will be transferred to Adelaide Airport to connect
with your onward flight. (B)
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