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Explore the highlights and mind-blowing hidden treasures of the Red Centre on our small group journey . Immerse yourself in local culture and ancient traditions and come away with a deeper understanding of what makes the Red Centre so unique and inspiring . Get all of this and first class dining experiences along the way .

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West MacDonnell Ranges

whispering of the breeze through the Desert Oak trees and the crackling flames . Enjoy a glass of sparkling wine and canapés followed by a four course dinner , prepared from fresh produce . Hotel : Kings Canyon Resort , Deluxe Spa Rooms . B L HD

Day 3 : Kings Canyon – Alice Springs Perfect for observing the changing colors of the landscape , today you ’ re off on a sunrise 6km rim walk exploration of spectacular Kings Canyon . As you venture around the rim , highlights include the domed ‘ Lost City ’, a stop at Cotterill ’ s Lookout , and the luscious ‘ Garden of Eden ’. If you ’ d prefer a more relaxed walk you can opt for a walk along the creek bed . Afterwards we ’ re off the beaten track , traveling to the Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve . The 12 fascinating craters were formed when a meteor hit the earth ’ s surface

Angkerle ( Standley Chasm )

KINGS CANYON AYERS ROCK

Kata Tjuta ( the Olgas )

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4,700 years ago . Continue to Alice Springs and enjoy dinner at your hotel . Hotel : Lasseters Hotel , 2 nights . B L DW

Day 4 : West MacDonnell Ranges The West MacDonnell Ranges are the ideal place to experience the geology , land forms and variety of native flora and fauna . You ’ ll take a walk to dramatic Angkerle ( Standley Chasm ). Created over millions of years , the deep red sandstone formation contrasts with the carpet of lush , green ferns and gum trees on the valley floor . There ’ ll be time to cool off and relax at Ellery Creek Big Hole . This afternoon you ’ ll also visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service to see how this facility provides medical assistance to those living in remote outback Australia . Tonight you ’ ll enjoy an incredible dinner experience in a bush setting . Have a drink and walk around before dinner enjoying a scenic

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Simpsons Gap

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Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

ALICE SPRINGS

Henbury Meteorites site Uluru ( Ayers Rock )

setting sun . You ’ ll witness sunset ’ s influence on the changing colors of the rock . A great photographic opportunity ! Dinner will be cooked in a bush oven with the burning Mulga wood giving extra flavor to the meal . It will be a delicious 3 course meal and features some traditional bush food . Your host , Bob , will share some tips on his cooking style and his knowledge of Aboriginal bush foods while you dine under the Milky Way . B L HD

Day 5 : Farewell from Alice Springs Before your trip comes to an end , visit the School of the Air to learn how children living in the far reaches of the Outback receive an education over the air waves . Also visit the Overland Telegraph Station , once a school for Aboriginal children and was known as ‘ The Bungalow ’. Your Colour of Red Inspiring Journey concludes in the late morning . B

5 days from

USD 2125 CAD 2650

Per Person Twin Share Land Only

Ayers Rock to Alice Springs

5 days Code : CRUA All dates are Definite Departures

USD 2195 | CAD 2725 Per Person Twin Share

USD 2745 | CAD 3410 Single *

2018

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End Apr 17 Apr 21 May 01 May 05 May 15 May 19 May 29 Jun 02 Jun 12 Jun 16 Jun 26 Jun 30

Alice Springs to Ayers Rock

5 days Code : CRAU All dates are Definite Departures

USD 2125 | CAD 2650 Per Person Twin Share

USD 2665 | CAD 3320 Single *

2017

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End May 12 May 16 May 26 May 30 Jun 09 Jun 13 Jun 23 Jun 27

USD 2195 | CAD 2725 Per Person Twin Share

USD 2745 | CAD 3410 Single *

2018

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End May 11 May 15 May 25 May 29 Jun 08 Jun 12 Jun 22 Jun 26

* Single traveler must pay the single price . Note : Itinerary , departure dates & prices may change from 01 / 04 / 18 . For additional departure dates visit : aatkings . com / crua or crau

Ways to Save

Early payment discount Pay by 14 Apr 2017 Save up to USD220 | CAD275 Pay by 2 Jun 2017 Save up to USD165 | CAD205 Pay by 31 Jul 2017 Save up to USD110 | CAD140

Kings Club early payment discount Pay by 14 Apr 2017 Save up to USD330 | CAD415 Pay by 2 Jun 2017 Save up to USD275 | CAD345 Pay by 31 Jul 2017 Save up to USD220 | CAD280

Kings Club

Save up to USD110 | CAD140

All savings are per person . For discounts see page 19 .

Kata Tjuta

Flight information

Ayers Rock to Alice Springs ( CRUA )

Day 1 – Flights to arrive prior to 12.30pm into Ayers Rock Airport

Day 5 – Flights to depart after 2.00pm from Alice Springs Airport

Alice Springs to Ayers Rock ( CRAU )

Day 1 – Flights to arrive prior to 12.30pm into Alice Springs Airport

Day 5 – Flights to depart after 1.00pm from Ayers Rocks Airport

Flights are not included in the holiday price .