Day 1: Sydney - Hay
Depart Sydney and travel along the hume highway via Goulburn and the riverina to hay. enjoy a welcome drink this evening with your Tour director.
Hotel: Comfort inn, Hay. D

Day 2: Hay - Adelaide
Travel via vast hay Plains and Mildura. We cross the South Australian border and on to the city of Adelaide. Clients joining this afternoon (Tour Code: NZDR) will be transferred from Adelaide Airport (flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm).
Hotel: Stamford Plaza, Adelaide. B

Day 3: Flinders Ranges
See the sights of Adelaide on an orientation tour before we make our way north and sample some local wines at Sevenhill cellars, the oldest existing winery in the beautiful clare valley. later, travel through the spectacular Flinders ranges and into Wilpena Pound.
Hotel: Wilpena Pound Resort, Flinders Ranges. B D

Day 4: Port Augusta
Enjoy time to explore Wilpena Pound, before we travel through picturesque Pitchi richi Pass to Port Augusta where we will visit the Wadlata outback centre. Hotel: Majestic Oasis Apartments, Port Augusta. B D

Day 5: Coober Pedy
Visit Woomera, before travelling to coober Pedy, the opal capital! visit an underground church and home.
Hotel: Desert Cave Hotel, Coober Pedy. B D

Day 6: Uluru (Ayers rock)
We cross the border into the Northern Territory and continue to Uluru - Kata Tjuúa National Park. This evening enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and nibbles as you watch sunset at Uluru.
Hotel: Desert Gardens Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights. B

Day 7: Kata Tjuta (The Olgas)
This morning you may wish to join an early tour to view sunrise at Uluru. enjoy a walk into Muúitjulu Waterhole and stop at the Uluru - Kata Tjuta cultural centre. This afternoon visit Kata Tjuta. enjoy sunset with a complimentary glass of sparkling wine, followed by a barbecue dinner under the stars. B HD

Day 8: Kings Canyon
Travel to Kings canyon today. For the energetic, a guided climb to the canyon rim will be rewarded with magnificent views of Watarrka National Park.
Hotel: Kings Canyon Resort, Kings Canyon. B D

Day 9: Alice Springs
We travel through to Alice Springs. See the royal Flying doctor Service, School of the Air and the Telegraph Station.
Hotel: Chifley Alice Springs Resort, Alice Springs, 2 nights. B D

Day 10: Aboriginal Culture
This morning spend time with a local Aboriginal guide. you will learn of life and survival of the Arrente People, including bush food, the search for water and kinship. This will be followed by a visit to the Alice Springs desert Park. learn about Australia's unique desert marsupials and reptiles. visit the Nocturnal house and Nature Theatre. This afternoon we travel to Simpsons Gap, one of the most prominent waterholes in the West Macdonnell ranges, with its striking gorges and lovely river red-gum scenery. B

Day 11: Tennant Creek
Travelling north we arrive at Karlu Karlu (devils Marbles). There is time to walk around these precariously balanced boulders. In Tennant creek we join a guided tour of the historic Battery hill Precinct. Tour an underground mine
and experience the life of an early miner. enjoy a barbecue dinner at the Battery Mine centre.
Hotel: Eldorado Motor Inn, Tennant Creek. B HD

Day 12: Mataranka - Katherine
Visit the historic daly Waters hotel, before continuing into 'Never Never' country. Stop at the tropical oasis of Mataranka for a relaxing swim.
Hotel: Paraway motel, Katherine. B D

Day 13: Katherine Gorge - Kakadu
Join our local guide on an early morning cruise through Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park then continue into Kakadu National Park. cruise on the famous yellow Water Billabong.
Hotel: Gagudju Crocodile Holiday inn, jabiru. B D

Day 14: Kakadu - Darwin
We stop at Bowali visitor centre. The displays here will take you on a journey through Kakadu's varied habitats and landscapes. Travel to Ubirr and climb to the top of this rocky outcrop for rewarding views. This afternoon travel to Darwin and enjoy a sightseeing tour. Hotel: mantra Pandanas, Darwin, 3 nights. B

Day 15: Litchfield National Park
We travel to litchfield National Park to see Florence Falls and the Magnetic Termite Mounds. dine out this evening at crocosaurus cove. enter the world of the awesome Northern Territory saltwater crocodile. See the largest display in the world of Australian reptiles, a two storey fresh water aquarium, a turtle sanctuary, as well as local Aboriginal art and culture displays. B HD

INDEPENDENT TOURING DAYS 16-19

Day 16: Darwin 'Free Time'
enjoy a full day at leisure in the tropical city of Darwin. Take a stroll along the esplanade or relax by the hotel pool. B

Day 17: Darwin - The Ghan
Board The legendary Ghan this morning in Darwin. Upon arrival in Katherine you may like to join an optional town tour including the School of the Air and the Springvale homestead. return to The Ghan for the journey to Alice Springs.
Train: Gold Service, The Ghan, 2 nights. B D

Day 18: The Ghan - Alice Springs
Arrive in Alice Springs this morning before continuing on to Adelaide. B D

Day 19: Depart Adelaide
Enjoy breakfast on The Ghan before arriving at Keswick Station. you will be transferred to Adelaide Airport to connect with your onward flight. B