Red Centre

Days: 7 Days

Activity: Active Moderate

$5,295.00

Tour description

Experience the heart of Australia in all its grandeur on this unforgettable journey through the Red Centre. Few sights are as moving as Uluru rising from the desert at dawn and dusk, its colours shifting from deep ochre to brilliant red as the light changes across the vast landscape. During our stay, you’ll also witness the world-renowned Field of Light installation — an extraordinary creation by artist Bruce Munro. As darkness settles and Uluru becomes a striking silhouette, a field of 50,000 illuminated stems blooms across the desert floor, creating a magical, immersive display unlike anything else on earth. From the ancient rock art to the gentle stories shared by local guides, Uluru is a place that stays with you long after you’ve returned home.

Our exploration continues at Kings Canyon, where towering sandstone walls plunge 300 metres to the valley floor and a lush garden oasis contrasts beautifully with the surrounding desert. A guided walk — whether the spectacular rim hike or the shorter canyon trail — reveals sweeping views and ancient landscapes shaped over millions of years. In Alice Springs, our experienced local guide brings the outback to life, sharing insights into Aboriginal culture, pioneering history and the natural forces that define this remarkable region. With visits to the Desert Park, Standley Chasm, the Royal Flying Doctor Service, Telegraph Station and more, each day offers a new perspective on the land and its people. Thoughtfully planned with comfortable accommodation, memorable dining (including the iconic Sounds of Silence Dinner) and optional scenic flights, this tour showcases the true spirit, beauty and wonder of Australia’s Red Centre.

Testimonials

Dear On Course Tours and Travel, Thank you so much for a wonderful trip to King Island. I have been on a great many coach trips but can honestly say that yours are the best by far (I was also on the Christmas in July trip to Nelson Bay with you guys), I hope to join some more of your tours next year.

Kind regards, Marlene

(Sung to Advance Australia Fair) Hooray for our Great On Course Tours For we are old and grey With John to drive us all around We’ve travelled a helluva long way We’ve had a ball at Moby Dicks We ate and drank all day But now it’s time to say goodbye To the pelicans in the bay And so until we meet again Thanks John!! Hip hip, hooray. We have so enjoyed being part of the On Course family over the many years and have beautiful memories and photos to prove it!

Pete and Clare