8-Day Uluru to Adelaide Tour

Your adventure starts at 2 pm when you meet your Storyteller Guide in front of the Desert Gardens Hotel. You’ll visit the Cultural Centre in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, where you’ll appreciate the natural beauty and rich culture. Uluru and Kata Tjuta have great spiritual significance due to their role in many creation stories. While some stories are kept secret, you’ll learn a little about the local Anangu culture and appreciate the beauty of their land through exhibits and free presentations with Anangu and park rangers.

Tonight, you can set up camp and go watch the sunset at a viewing platform in Uluru. Use this chance for introspection while you view the expansive desert. You can also have a shared campfire dinner with other travellers and sleep outside under the stars in your Australian swag.

The estimated travel distance for today is around 60 kilometres.

Passengers seeking to arrange a bus transfer from Alice Springs to Yulara are advised to review the Know Before You Go details below.

One possible accommodation option at Ayers Rock Resort is camping at the Campground.

Meals Included: Dinner

Wake up early to watch the sunrise over Uluru. The rock formations change colour as the sunlight hits them. Uluru is a natural wonder, standing at 348 metres high and 550 million years old. Take a guided 10km walk around the base of Uluru to connect with the rock and learn its stories. Relax at waterholes, take a break under a Sheoak tree, and explore hidden caves.
Following lunch, camp attendees will have leisure time. They can opt to unwind near the pool or participate in the various activities offered at Ayers Rock Resort, such as a didgeridoo performance, a guided walk in the gardens, or a visit to the museum. Dinner will be provided at camp.
The itinerary for today involves driving 50km and offers the possibility of walking up to 10km on the Uluru base-walk, as well as shorter walks.
The provided meals will consist of breakfast, lunch, and dinner (B | L | D).
Following lunch, make your way back to camp for some leisure time. Unwind by the pool or participate in various activities available at Ayers Rock Resort, such as a performance featuring the didgeridoo, a guided stroll through the garden, or a chance to explore the museum’s artifacts. Indulge in a flavorful dinner at camp this evening.
Today’s itinerary includes a 50km drive and the option of a full Uluru base walk, which spans up to 10km. Shorter Uluru walks are also available.
The recommended accommodation option is camping at Ayers Rock Resort Campground.
The package includes meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

We’re leaving Yulara and going towards Watarrka National Park and Kings Canyon. Kata Tjuta is in front of us, rising 546 metres above the ground. This sacred site is important in Indigenous creation-time stories and means ‘Many Heads’. We’ll take the Valley of the Winds guided walk, surrounded by wildlife and wildflowers. We’ll walk through a narrow creek valley between two of Kata Tjuta’s largest domes.

After lunch, head to Kings Creek. Visitors can take part in the Karrke Aboriginal Cultural Experience, which lasts an hour and offers insight into the cultural significance of certain areas for the Luritja and Pertame people. The experience includes stories about bush tucker and art. Afterward, arrive at the Kings Creek Station campsite and relax before dinner.
The estimated travel distance for today is 325 kilometers.

Kings Creek Station offers swag camping as a potential lodging choice.

The provided meals consist of breakfast and lunch, without dinner being included.

The Kings Canyon Rim Walk starts early in the morning. Watarrka National Park has 300-metre-high sandstone walls, hidden waterholes, fern forests, chasms, canyons, and caverns. It’s like an oasis in central Australia. You can enjoy a 360-degree view and see Priscilla’s Crack, which was made famous by the classic Australian movie Priscilla Queen of the Desert. You can also see the Lost City’s sandstone domes and the Garden of Eden’s lush greenery and watering hole. It’s guaranteed to be a magical experience.
Today’s journey will take us across the Northern Territory and South Australian border, with several stops along the way. Our destination is Coober Pedy, known as the ‘Opal Capital of the World’. The town’s unique architecture is due in part because of the hot weather, with many of the residences built underground into the hillsides.
Tonight’s accommodations will be in an underground bunkhouse, with free time available for exploration and dining at nearby eateries. The distance covered today is approximately 760km.
The Umoona Opal Mine offers underground bunk accommodation with multiple sharing options.
The meal plan includes breakfast only.

Visit Josephine’s Gallery and Kangaroo Orphanage after breakfast. The orphanage was established in 2008 to care for orphaned kangaroos from the north of South Australia. The gallery is a world-class Aboriginal Art Gallery with an extensive range of Aboriginal artefacts and significant works by many of Australia’s best-known Indigenous artists. Take some time to browse before heading to the Umoona Opel Mine and Museum. Here you can learn about Aboriginal and European settlement, see how early miners lived, and try your hand at ‘noodeling’ for opals.

We’ll drive on unsealed roads instead of the sealed Stuart Highway. During our trip, we’ll stop at William Creek, which is considered one of the most remote towns globally. We’ll also pass by Anna Creek, the world’s largest cattle station. Additionally, we’ll see Lake Cadibarrawirracanna, which has the world’s longest name. After reaching our destination, we’ll set up camp and enjoy a counter meal at the heritage-listed William Creek Hotel.

Today’s journey covers a distance of around 170km. Stargazing from the comfort of your swag is a memorable activity at night.

The available accommodation option is swag camping at William Creek.

The package includes breakfast, no designated meal, and dinner.

Explore the Oodnadatta Track in Australia, an iconic unsealed road known for its eerie lunar-like landscapes. Along the way, visit highlights such as the Mutonia Sculpture Park and Lake Eyre, Australia’s largest salt lake. Take a break in one of the outback towns for lunch before arriving at your destination.

Skytrek Willow Springs Station is a sheep station situated in the Flinders Ranges. It provides bush camping, walking trails, natural springs, and Aboriginal rock etchings on its 70,000-acre property.

The Flinders Ranges is recognized for its clear skies, which offer an excellent chance to observe a spectacular celestial exhibition. Visitors can relish a campfire dinner and spend the night observing stars under the Milky Way.

The itinerary for today involves driving 500km. Please refer to the Know Before You Go information for any disclaimers regarding road conditions and inclement weather.

The accommodation offered at Skytrek Willow Springs Station is camping with meals included for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Visit the Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park today. See over 540 million years of geological grandeur. Explore ancient gorges and stunning beauty at every turn. Hike through tall river red gums and pines, past waterholes and a historic ruined homestead. End your journey with breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness.

Visitors to Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park can learn about conservation efforts by meeting with a Park Ranger and participating in seasonal conservation work to support regeneration.

After lunch at a picnic, visitors can take a scenic drive at Brachina Gorge. The day’s driving distance is approximately 160km, and guests can return to camp for relaxation and the final dinner.

The suggested lodging option is to camp at Skytrek Willow Springs Station.

Visitors to Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park can speak with a Park Ranger to learn about conservation efforts and participate in conservation work based on the season.

After enjoying a picnic lunch, travellers can embark on a picturesque drive at Brachina Gorge. The day can conclude with relaxation and a final dinner at the campsite. The total driving distance for the day is estimated to be around 160 kilometres.

Accommodation option includes swag camping at Skytrek Willow Springs Station.

The Arkaroo Rock Trail provides scenic views of the Chace Range and is a significant cultural location for the Adnyamathanha community. It also displays Adnyamathanha rock art that portrays the Yura Muda tale of Ikara’s creation. Following breakfast, it’s time to start the trail and discover the area.

Prior to visiting Alligator Gorge at Mount Remarkable National Park in the Southern Flinders Ranges, it is advised to enjoy a picnic lunch. Alligator Gorge serves as a satisfying conclusion to the tour.

Our route will pass through the Clare Valley wine region, which is a picturesque area. We expect to arrive in Adelaide around 6 pm.

The distance covered on today’s journey is approximately 450km.

The provided meals consist of breakfast and lunch.