AUSTRALIA

Uluru and King¡¦s Canyon Self drive Holiday

Uluru, or Ayres Rock, a single monolith of rock outcrop.

Day 1        Depart Hong Kong,

 

Day 2              Arrive Sydney, transfer to domestic flight for Uluru (Ayers Rock)

              Arrive Uluru - Pick up your rental car at the airport, drive to Hotel

                        Afternoon at leisure.

                        Hotel: SAILS IN THE DESERT or OUTBACK PIONEER

 

 Day 3             Early morning Uluru Walk:

Follow the oldest walking track on earth around the base of Ayers Rock on a 9km easy amble. Hear some of the aboriginal creation-time stories associated with the rock and view ancient Aboriginal art. Marvel at the diverse plant life and quietly watch wildlife commence their daily activities.   Examine the tracks of nocturnal animals. Experience the beauty and mystery of Uluru at dawn.  The 5 hours spent on this tour will live long in your memory...

            Afternoon at leisure

            Evening to enjoy the "Sounds of Silence":

 An awarding winning dinner under the stars. Shortly before sundown, guests are driven to a special site in the desert some seven kilometers from the Resort. As a didgeridoo weaves his magic spell, diners enjoy canapes and witness a spectacular sunset...

 

Visitors trying to play the didgeridoo

 

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 Day 3                      Morning "Valley of the Winds" Kata Tjuta (The Olgas):

Proceed by self-drive car under own arrangements, via the look-out point, to the mysterious rock domes of Kata Tjuta (The Olgas). Some consider this formation to be even more spectacular than Uluru (Ayers Rock). Arrive at Kata Tjuta and enjoy two magnificent well marked walking trails. The "Valley of the Winds" trail affords spectacular scenery and views of the vast surrounding desert. Back at the Resort there are numerous options to enjoy. There is always the swimming pool. Options include visits to the various information centres, an Aboriginal dance performance, scenic flights or Harley Davidson motorcycle rides.

Afternoon and evening at leisure.

 

 Day 4             Depart on an overnight visit to Kings Canyon. This spectacular canyon, with its wonderful walks both through the canyon and atop its precipices, was the site of the memorable conclusion to the movie "Priscilla Queen of the Desert".

                        Accommodation: KING¡¦S CANYON RESORT

 

Day 5              Return to Ayers Rock and surrender the self-drive car at the airport

 

This is a suggested itinerary only, which can be varied to suit individual requirements.

 

COSTS

The cost is based on two traveling together and sharing one hotel room and one car, as price varies with the car and class of Hotel, please call us for the cost of your choices.

 

Price includes:

Ø        3 nights accommodation at Outback Pioneer, Ayers Rock.

Ø        1 night accommodation at Kings Canyon Resort.

Ø        4 Days self-drive compact car rental fee.

Ø        The Early Morning Uluru guided walk.

Ø        One "Sounds of Silence " sunset dinner.

Remark:

Other optional sightseeing tours & activities are available. Please call us for details...

 

Price excludes:

Ø        Airfares to Australia

Ø        Tips and gratuities for guides and services

Ø        Items of a personal nature including alcoholic drinks and phone calls etc.

 

Prices are subject to change, by the airline or operator, without notice.