Ultimate Uluru

Ultimate Uluru

Your first glimpse of Ayers Rock will literally take your breath away. Rising from the broad desert plain in the deep centre of Australia, it is arguably the country’s most recognisable natural icon. The famous “Rock” stands 348 metres high and, like an iceberg, has most of its bulk below the surface. Its stunning Aboriginal rock art sites can be viewed on guided walks and tours around the base. Forty kilometres to the west of Ayers Rock is Kata Tjuta, also known as The Olgas. The spectacular changing colours of both Ayers Rock and the Olgas at sunrise and sunset are visions not to be missed.

This ruggedly beautiful and culturally significant destination offers a wealth of options for exploring and adventure. See Uluru through the eyes of its traditional Aboriginal owners, the Anangu, by joining a cultural tour and watch the amazing transformation of colours and life as the sun sets with Uluru and Kata Tjuta as your backdrop.

Come and talk to one of our Australia Specialists about how you can weave a stay at Ayers Rock into your ideal holiday down under. Alternatively come and see us about one of our spectacular escorted tours to the region.

What's Included:

• 3 nights' accommodation at the 4* Desert Gardens Hotel.
• The Rising Sun - Anangu Aboriginal Experience.
• Sounds of Silence Dinner.
• Return airport transfers.

Day 1: Arrive into Uluru

Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to the desert Gardens Hotel for your three-night stay. Magnificent ghost gums and flowering native shrubs are the setting for this hotel. Desert Gardens Hotel is centrally located to all resort and touring facilities and offers a range of accommodation options. It’s only a short stroll to the Resort’s numerous lookouts, where you can view what is arguably Australia’s best sunset, with the spectacular play of colours across the face of Uluru and the surrounding desert.
Overnight - Desert Gardens Hotel

Day 2: The Rising Sun - Anangu Aboriginal Experience.

This morning experience the majestic beauty and rich culture of Uluru led by a member of the local Anangu people. Watch the beginnings of the day by seeing a sun rise over the ochre surrounds of Uluru, before enjoying breakfast at the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre and meeting your indigenous guide for a two-hour tour. You will gather round a campfire and learn ancient bush skills while the guide recites stories of cultural significance. You arrive back at your hotel early afternoon.
Overnight - Desert Gardens Hotel Meals - Breakfast

Day 3: Day at Leisure & Sounds of Silence Dinner

Today is free to enjoy the wide range of complimentary activities, including guided or self guided garden walks through local native flora, sit down for a bush yarn in the Circle of Sand with a local Anangu storyteller, learn how to throw a spear or boomerang with an Indigenous guide, listen to the enchanting sounds of the didgeridoo, support local artists and browse the many art pieces at the Indigenous art markets or marvel at the traditional Indigenous dance performance where audience participation is encouraged and rare photo opportunities with the performers will ensure you will never forget this unique experience.

Tonight enjoy an unforgettable evening, eating beautifully prepared food under the sparkling outback sky. The journey begins on a lone sand dune with Ayers Rock and the Olgas in the distance and possibly the most spectacular sunset you will ever seen. As the sun sets in a blaze of reds and oranges, and well into the starlit night, feast on a gourmet barbecue buffet of authentic Australian delicacies complemented by some of Australia’s finest wines. Attention then turns to some of the world’s best stargazing, as the resident astronomer takes diners on an unforgettable tour of the spectacular southern night sky.
Overnight - Desert Gardens Hotel Meals - Dinner

Day 4: Depart Uluru

Transfer the airport for your onward arrangements, extend your stay or venture further into the Red Centre with a visit to Alice Springs or King's Canyon.