12 D A Y | R O C K ' N ' T O P DARWIN
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MEALS
1
TERRITORY
EXPLORER
ALICE SPRINGS
31
WI-FI
YOUR ROUTE
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Darwin 2 Litchfield National Park 1
Kakadu
2 National Park
1 Katherine NORTHERN TERRITORY
West MacDonnell Ranges Kings Canyon 1 Kata Tjuta
2
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Alice Springs
ALICE SPRINGS TO DARWIN TRIP CODE: OXDIUD
2 Uluru
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DARWIN TO ALICE SPRINGS TRIP CODE: OXDIDU S TA R T
DAY 1 ALICE SPRINGS TO ULURU-KATA TJUTA NATIONAL PARK. After lunch in Yulara (the gateway resort to Uluru) there’s a guided tour of the big red rock itself. Snap away at the gorgeous sunset and tuck into a BBQ for dinner. (D) DAY 2 ULURU-KATA TJUTA NATIONAL PARK. Forgive the early hour, but this is a sunrise you’ll want to see. Trust us. Then, get a sense of the immense scale of Uluru with a base walk. Gear up for the optional activities today – we’re talking skydiving, camel rides and scenic flights. (B) DAY 3 ULURU-KATA TJUTA NATIONAL PARK TO KINGS CANYON. Stroll amongst the 36 red sandstone giants through the Valley of the Winds. Tonight: we experience the true outback with a sleep under the stars in custom swags. (B,D) DAY 4 KINGS CANYON TO ALICE SPRINGS. Kings Canyon starts with a serious set of 500 steps before we get to the Garden of Eden. It’ll be worth the climb. Promise. (B) DAY 5 ALICE SPRINGS. Today, we head out on an excursion to the West MacDonnell Ranges. Optionals include a visit to the Kangaroo Sanctuary (cute!). (B) DAY 6 ALICE SPRINGS TO DARWIN. Cheerio, Alice. We’re flying to Darwin today, the capital of the Northern Territory. (B) DAY 7 DARWIN. You’ve got a day in Darwin to explore. Get your urban fix before Kakadu tomorrow. (B) DAY 8 DARWIN TO KAKADU NATIONAL PARK. For the next two nights you’ll call Kakadu home. Expect phenomenal wildlife, Instagram-worthy scenery and of course local Indigenous culture. (B,D) DAY 9 KAKADU NATIONAL PARK. When will you get to see Aboriginal rock art and wildlife up close? Oh right, today. Bonus: keep your eyes peeled for crocs as we cruise along the East Alligator River (dry season). This evening, soak up a breathtaking sunset at Ubirr. (B)
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27
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JAN
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2018
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: KAKADU NP, LITCHFIELD NP, ULURU
ON THE BUCKET LIST (INCLUDED) ++ Experience sunset at Ubirr ++ Visit Aboriginal rock art sites in Kakadu National Park ++ Visit Litchfield National Park
MORE INCLUSIONS ++ 11 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 4 dinners (D) ++ 4 nights in hostels, 5 nights in hotels, 1 night in a motel, 1 night in a swag ++ Entrance fees to national parks ++ Modern air-conditioned vehicle with free Wi-Fi ++ Awesome Topdeck Crew ++ Internal flight as marked on trip map
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JUL
13
JUL
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MAR
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JUL
10
AUG
16
APR
27
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27
AUG
7
SEP
14
MAY
25
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24
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5
OCT
11
JUN
22
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9
JUL
20
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6
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AUG
3
SEP
14
SEP
1
OCT
12
OCT
29
OCT
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NOV
26
NOV
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DEC
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JAN
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MAR
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2019 G G
14
JAN
25
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11
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22
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MAR
22
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2019 G
2017/18 TRIP PRICE OF $2649 2018/19 TRIP PRICE OF $2799
TOP OPTIONALS
G= Guaranteed Departure
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Price based on AUD Per Person multi-share Supplements from an extra - Twin/Double: $300 Single: $840
Skydiving over Uluru Camel ride in the outback Cruise the Katherine Gorge Visit The Kangaroo Sanctuary in Alice Springs Yellow Waters Billabong Cruise (wet season)
START
MEET AT 7AM IN ALICE SPRINGS (OXDIUD) OR 8AM IN DARWIN (OXDIDU)
FINISH
APPROXIMATELY 5PM IN DARWIN (OXDIUD) OR 4PM IN ALICE SPRINGS (OXDIDU)
DAY 10 KAKADU NATIONAL PARK TO KATHERINE. Make a splash with a swim stop at the idyllic Edith Falls (new cover photo alert). Tonight, we’re off to play lawn bowls. (B,D) DAY 11 KATHERINE TO LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK. Enjoy an optional cruise along the Katherine Gorge today. Then, it’s up and onwards to the beautiful Litchfield National Park. Prepare to be wowed. (B) DAY 12 LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK TO DARWIN. Waterfalls, rainforest and sparkling pools, oh my! After lunch outdoors, we’ll take on the short drive back to Darwin, where this trip ends. (B,L)
12 DAYS FROM
2649
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AUD PER PERSON All items listed within the ‘Bucket List’ and ‘More Inclusions’ are included within the price of your trip. Other activities mentioned are optional (and so may cost extra) but are always highly recommended.
FLIGHTS Internal flights are included. Prices may vary within 42 days of departure, subject to airline availability.
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