Depart Melbourne for Alice Springs with our first day to enjoy all the sights and sounds

Day 2 Alice Springs to YularaDeparting Alice Springs, we head south, stopping for a short visit at the Outback Camel Farm and then heading straight to our Yulara permanent campsite. The afternoon is spent exploring Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), before travelling to Uluru (Ayers Rock) to take in a spectacular sunset. Later we return to camp for a traditional Aussie meal. After dinner, relax around the camp, under starry desert skies.

Day 3 Yulara to Kings CanyonEarly rise for an exciting morning with breathtaking views of sunrise at Uluru (Ayers Rock), a World Heritage listed area. Join your knowledgeable guide for a base tour of Uluru, exploring ancient caves where Aboriginal paintings can be seen. A fascinating time learning about the oldest culture in the world. For those who really must tackle the 1.6km climb, you will also have the chance*. This afternoon, travel through red sand dune & desert oak country to Kings Creek Cattle Station where optional activities are abundant. Tonight, try a traditional "camp oven" dinner, cooked in the coals of the fire.

Day 4 Kings Creek to Glen Helen  This morning we visit breathtaking Kings Canyon. There’s no rush, as we hike around the canyon rim viewing sites like the "Lost City" and the "Garden of Eden", as well as the striking North and South Walls. There are plenty of opportunities for photos. After a picnic lunch, we head off on the Mereenie Loop Road towards the MacDonnell Rages. We camp tonight close to a freshwater swimming hole, at picturesque Glen Helen Gorge.

Day 5 Glen Helen to Wallace Rockhole An exciting day spent exploring many of the gorges & waterholes in this area. See Ormiston Gorge, Glen Helen Gorge, Ellery Creek, Standley Chasm and more! There are great walks to explore and in summer you can take a swim to cool off. Late afternoon, we end up at Wallace Rockhole Aboriginal Community, our overnight camp. Before dinner, visit the rockhole to view Aboriginal rock art and to learn about Aboriginal culture.

Day 6 Wallace Rockhole to Alice Springs Real 4WD touring today as we drive through Finke Gorge National Park into Palm Valley. Dry riverbeds and uneven tracks make the journey an adventure in itself. The effort is worth it when you see the park’s rough red gorges and view ancient stands of palm trees and cycads. We’ll have a picnic and do some hiking here before returning to Alice Springs later in the day.

Day 7 Alice Springs Day Tour

Today you will be picked up from Heavitree Gap Lodge in the morning and our Alice Springs town tour will includes visit to Alice Springs Telegraph Station, Anzac Hill & Royal Flying Doctor Services and School of the Air. The afternoon is free day for lunch and shopping at Todd Mall before arriving at the Resort to enjoy farewell BBQ dinner cooked by your Tour Guide.

This is a fantastic 4WD camping safari is for those who want to experience the colours and nature of Australia's real outback. Over 8 days we went beyond the famous icons and have an experience never to forget.

This is THE trip to do in the Northern Territory - make the time.