3-Day Ayers Rock Tour From Alice Springs

On the huge Australian territory are plenty of landmarks and points to interest to visit, one of the most impressive of all being Ayers Rock, named Uluru by the Yankunytjatjara and Pitjantjatjara, the Aboriginal people living in the region. In fact, this site has a significant religious importance to these peoples, being connected with the Aboriginal stories and legends of the area; however, the majority of "Dreamtime" mythology surrounding the place is kept secret. Actually, there are two sacred places, Uluru and Kata Tjuta (known also as Mount Olga, located at 16 miles (25 kilometers) west to Ayers Rock. Both tourist attractions are situated within the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Uluru being also listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site. The park is situated at about 208 miles (335 kilometers) to Alice Springs, in the southern part of the Northern Territory, in the central zone of Australia.

To Uluru are organized various tours like day trips from Alice Springs to Ayers Rock, but also excursions in length of several days or even weeks, one of the most popular vacation deals being the "3-Day Alice Springs To Uluru (Ayers Rock) Tour". It departs also from Alice Springs, the closest large town and main gateway to the area through the airport located in its outskirts. Tourists who book this sightseeing tour have the opportunity to admire some of the most beautiful places in Central Australia such as Uluru and Kata Tjuta, vast spaces of the Outback, a camel farm, several water holes (at Kata Tjuta, Mala, and Mutitjulu), and the Kings Canyon. During the trip the participants have also chance to learn about the Aboriginal Tjukurpa (Dreaming) and rock art, and benefit on cozy accommodation in three variants – budget, first class, or deluxe, depending on the chosen lodging arrangement.

In the first day travelers are picked up at hotels in Alice Springs and start the drive by an air-conditioned coach to Kata Tjuta with stopover on the way at a camel farm (riding is available against a small extra fee) and in a place from where can be admired splendid views of Mt Conner. In Kata Tjuta, voyagers take a local tour and a walk in Olga Gorge, where have chance to see stunning stone carvings. The day ends by watching a breathtaking sunset over Uluru at Ayers Rock Resort with a complimentary glass of wine in hand. In the second bay sightseer have the opportunity to see the sun rising over the vast Australian Outback and join to a guided walk to Mutitjulu water hole, a site where can be seen cave paintings and heard the legends of "Python Dreaming" (part of Aboriginal mythology). The excursion continues with a circuit of Uluru's base, a walk in the Mala region, exploration of Kantju Gorge, and a visit at the Cultural Center and Maruku Arts and Craft Cooperative, where are displayed samples of Aboriginal handicraft.

The last day of the tour from Alice Springs to Ayers Rock begins with a guided walk to the rim of Kings Canyon and through the "Lost City" and "Garden of Eden", this part of the jaunt being recommended only to people in good physical condition. Those who prefer an easier walk can admire the sights from the canyon's floor. In the afternoon starts the run back to Alice Springs (arrival after 6 PM), but there are also several things to enjoy on the way such as views of huge cattle properties that characterize the central zone of Australia and a stop at Kings Creek Station. The price of this rewarding 3-day tour is very convenient – AUD $765 with budget lodging, AUD $926 with first-class lodging, and AUD $1,007 with deluxe lodging. In the holiday package are included accommodations (2 nights), beverages, transport by air-conditioned motorcoach, entrance fees to parks, services of professional guides, and all taxes, so vacationers have the opportunity to taste local foods and drinks by wish.