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Wilpena Pound, Coober Pedy & Uluru
Wilpena Pound, Coober Pedy & Uluru
Land Tour
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Adelaide to Uluru
7 day, 13 meals. Head into the outback from Adelaide, bound for Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre and Coober Pedy. See Wilpena Pound, take a scenic flight over Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre, and explore the underground life at opal-rich Coober Pedy. Then discover majestic Uluru.Trip notes
- Weather events may cause disruption to itineraries, especially in remote locations
- Travelmarvel highly recommends travel insurance
- References to lake water levels cannot be guaranteed and are intended as a guide only
- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Prices are for land and flights as specified only
Tour details
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| Tour Provider | Travel Marvel |
| Number Of Days | 7 |
| Price From | $4,595 |
| Start Location | Adelaide, Australia |
| End Location | Adelaide, Australia |
| Age Range | Avg. 45+ |
| Group Size | 10 to 45 |
| Tour Style | Comfort |
| Tour Themes | No specific theme |
| Physical Rating | Easy to Moderate |
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Itinerary
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Day 1 - Arrive Adelaide, Wilpena Pound
Arrive in Adelaide and journey north via the Clare Valley wine region to Wilpena Pound, a natural amphitheatre of mountains in the heart of the Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park. Enjoy dinner and a drink tonight with your fellow travellers.
Day 2 - Wilpena Pound
Today explore the national park's Indigenous culture, unique rock structures dating back millions of years, spectacular gorge and abundant wildlife. Perhaps take a guided walk along Wilpena Creek to the Hills Homestead or a scenic flight over Wilpena Pound (own expense).
Day 3 - Wilpena Pound, Coober Pedy
This morning travel via Port Augusta and Woomera to 'the opal capital of the world', Coober Pedy. The town is renowned for its underground residences, built to cope with the scorching daytime heat.
Day 4 - Coober Pedy, Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre Flight
Today enjoy the amazing experience of seeing Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre. Take a scenic flight to view the incredible colours and patterns of the stunning Lake Eyre North, and stop at the famous William Creek Hotel for morning tea. After exploring William Creek, visit one of Australia's best kept secrets, the Anna Creek Painted Hills, where you will be in awe by the level of detail in what seems an empty landscape. This afternoon learn how opal is found and mined with a visit to Umoona Opal Mine Museum.
Day 5 - Coober Pedy, Uluru (Ayers Rock), Field of Light
Travel on the Stuart Highway and view the vast arid lands on the way to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. First seen European explorers in 1872, Uluru is one of Australia's most famous and sacred sites. This evening enjoy the Field of Light art installation, which sees more than 50,000 stems crowned with frosted-glass spheres 'bloom' in the desert as darkness falls.
Day 6 - Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Rise early to view sunrise over Uluru - it's an awe-inspiring experience seeing the massive sandstone monolith's colours change at dawn. Then take a base walk around this iconic sight. Visit the rock domes and peaks of Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) and walk to Walpa Gorge. Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Dinner and drink with your fellow travellers.
Day 7 - Depart Uluru (Ayers Rock)
After breakfast, visit the Uluru Cultural Centre and enjoy the remainder of the morning at leisure. Then, be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.
Inclusions
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- 6 nights premium accommodation
- A total of 13 meals - 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 5 dinners
- Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and an experienced Driver
- All sightseeing, tours, scenic flights and entrance fees as specified, plus airport transfers and porterage
- Explore Wilpena Pound in the heart of Ikara-Flinders Rangers National Park
- Enjoy a two-night stay in Coober Pedy
- Marvel at Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre with a scenic flight
- Visit Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in the heart of the Red Centre
