Heart of Australia - Red Centre and Top End 2026
Immerse yourself in the true outback experience as we travel through the heart of Australia’s Red Centre to Kakadu. See the night sky, ancient landscapes and unique flora and fauna like never before.
14 Day Tour
Monday 1 June - Sunday 14 June 2026
Tour Cost (GST inclusive):
$11,595 per person twin share
$2,180 single supplement
Inclusions
- Economy flights from Brisbane to Ayers Rock Airport and Darwin to Brisbane
- Entry to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park with ranger guide
- Nibbles and drinks at Sunset Strip
- Sounds of Silence Dinner
- Light Towers at Sunset Experience at Kings Canyon Resort
- Entry to School of the Air, Alice Springs
- Entry and guided tour of Old Telegraph Station
- Entry to Standley Chasm
- Spirit of the Outback dinner and show at Earth Sanctuary World Nature Centre
- Lunch at Daly Waters Pub
- Outback lunch and show at Katherine Outback Experience
- Nabilil Dreaming Sunset Dinner tour with Nitmiluk Tours
- Entry to Kakadu National Park and Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre
- Yellow Water Sunset Cruise
- Adelaide River Queen cruise (Crocodile Adventure)
- Entry to Litchfield National Park
- Bombing of Darwin guided tour
- Entry to Darwin Military Museum and RFDS
- Dinner cruise with Spirit of Darwin Cruises
- 13 nights motel accommodation
- 13 cooked breakfasts, 13 two course dinners, 7 lunches
- Luxury Coach Travel in our Business Class Coach
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: (D)
Arrival & Uluru Sunset
Mon 1 June 26
Depart Brisbane and fly into Ayers Rock Airport and begin your journey through the Red Centre. Arriving in Yulara, gateway to Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park, you’ll witness the majesty of Uluru at Sunset Strip. As the sun dips below the horizon, the rock transforms in colour—shifting from fiery red to soft lilac. This unforgettable light show sets the tone for an extraordinary adventure through Australia’s heartland.
Day 2: (BD)
Sunrise, Culture & Sounds of Silence
Tue 2 June 26
Early risers catch the first light over Uluru before joining a ranger-guided Mala Walk to learn about Anangu culture and sacred sites. Visit Mutitjulu Waterhole and the Cultural Centre, then explore Kata Tjuta’s domes. Tonight, enjoy the award-winning Sounds of Silence Dinner—canapés, bush tucker cuisine, and stargazing atop a desert dune, accompanied by didgeridoo music and a resident star talker.
Day 3: (BD)
Kings Canyon & Light Towers
Wed 3 June 26
Travel to Kings Canyon, where towering sandstone walls and palm-filled crevices await. At sunset, enjoy drinks at Luritja Lookout as the desert glows in vivid hues. Then, wander through Bruce Munro’s Light Towers—69 glowing sculptures set to an immersive soundscape by Orlando Gough. It’s a sensory experience that blends art, nature, and the spirit of the outback.
Day 4: (BLD)
Kings Creek Walk & Alice Springs
Thu 4 June 26
Begin the day with the easy Kings Creek Walk, a 2km return trail through ancient cycads and ghost gums to a stunning canyon viewpoint. After soaking in the natural beauty, travel to Alice Springs, a vibrant outback town rich in history and culture. Settle in and prepare for the next chapter of your journey.
Day 5: (BLD)
Alice Springs
Fri 5 June 26
Explore Alice Springs with panoramic views from Anzac Hill, then visit the School of the Air to learn about remote education. At the Old Telegraph Station, discover how Alice Springs connected Australia to the world. Finally, tour the Royal Flying Doctor Service and hear how this vital organisation delivers emergency care across the vast outback.
Day 6: (BD)
MacDonnell Ranges & Earth Sanctuary
Sat 6 June 26
Visit the Western MacDonnell Ranges, stopping at Simpsons Gap and Standley Chasm to admire dramatic cliffs and glowing rock formations. Enjoy free time in Alice Springs before heading to Earth Sanctuary for a bush BBQ under the stars. With music, storytelling, and astronomy, it’s a night that celebrates the spirit and ecology of the outback.
Day 7: (BLD)
Devils Marbles & Tennant Creek
Sun 7 June 26
Depart Alice Springs and cross the Tropic of Capricorn. Stop at Central Mount Stuart, the heart of Australia, and marvel at Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles)—massive granite boulders sacred to Aboriginal people. Arrive in Tennant Creek, a modern mining town, and unwind before dinner after a day of geological and cultural wonder.
Day 8: (BLD)
Daly Waters & Mataranka
Mon 8 June 26
Travel north through Daly Waters, home to the Northern Territory’s oldest pub and a WWII air force landmark. Stop for lunch and continue to Mataranka, where you may enjoy a dip in the soothing mineral pools. Arrive in Katherine for a two-night stay, ready to explore more of the Top End.
Day 9: (BLD)
Katherine Outback & Nitmiluk Gorge
Tue 9 June 26
Enjoy the Katherine Outback Experience with Tom Curtain—horse training, working dogs, live music, and bush tales. After lunch, cruise through Nitmiluk Gorge, absorbing the spiritual stories of the Jawoyn people. As the sun sets, dine by candlelight under the stars, surrounded by towering cliffs and tranquil waters. It’s a magical day of culture and nature.
Day 10: (BD)
Kakadu & Yellow Water Cruise
Wed 10 June 26
Enter World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, famed for its biodiversity and Indigenous heritage. Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre to learn about Bininj/Mungguy traditions. Then, embark on the Yellow Water Sunset Cruise, where crocodiles, water buffalo, and vibrant birdlife thrive. As the sun reflects on the billabong, your guide shares the deep cultural ties to this spectacular land.
Day 11: (BLD)
Rock Art & Crocodiles
Thu 11 June 26
Explore Burrungkuy (Nourlangie), where ancient Aboriginal rock art reveals spiritual stories spanning millennia. Continue to the Adelaide River for the thrilling Jumping Crocodile Cruise, watching saltwater crocodiles leap from the water. Arrive in Darwin, the north’s tropical capital, for a three-night stay to round off your Top End adventure.
Day 12: (BD)
Darwin's WWII Legacy & Sunset Cruise
Fri 12 June 26
Discover Darwin’s wartime history with a guided tour and visit to the Darwin Military Museum. Learn about the city’s resilience during WWII bombings. Later, explore the RFDS and Bombing of Darwin facility. In the evening, board the Spirit of Darwin for a sunset harbour cruise and dinner, soaking in the city’s tropical charm.
Day 13: (BLD)
Litchfield National Park
Sat 13 June 26
Spend the day in Litchfield National Park, known for its waterfalls, rainforests, and magnetic termite mounds. Visit Florence Falls and swim in Wangi Falls’ plunge pool. Enjoy lunch at Litchfield Café and capture stunning photos of this natural paradise. Return to Darwin for your final night, reflecting on the journey’s wonders.
Day 14: (B)
Farewell to the Northern Territory
Sun 14 June 26
With bags packed and hearts full, transfer to Darwin Airport for your flight home. After exploring Uluru, Kings Canyon, Alice Springs, Katherine and Kakadu, you return with unforgettable memories of Australia’s most iconic landscapes and cultural treasures.