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Travel the land 'Down Under'. Sleep under the stars in a bush camp, take a hot air balloon ride, then grab a cold beer with all your new friends at one of the oldest Territory pubs. Gorgeous gorges & national parks leave you breathless as you get to know the backyard of Australia, plus Darwin offers the draw of the big city with shopping & nightlife not to be missed.

Outback Adventure (Start Darwin) (Start Darwin, end Alice Springs)

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Tour Duration:	11 Days
Depart From:	Uluru
Arrive in:	Darwin
Tour Style:	In-Depth Explorer
Tour Type:	Escorted
Tour Supplier:	Contiki Holidays
Meal Description:	14 meals: 10 breakfasts 4 dinners

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Prices and Dates (Save up to 10% OFF these Published Rates)

Departure Date	Return Date	Price(CAD)

2017-01-18	2017-01-28	3104.00
2017-01-18	2017-01-28	2460.00
2017-01-18	2017-01-28	2135.00
2017-01-18	2017-01-28	2135.00
2017-02-15	2017-02-25	3104.00
2017-02-15	2017-02-25	2460.00
2017-02-15	2017-02-25	2135.00
2017-02-15	2017-02-25	2135.00
2017-03-15	2017-03-25	3104.00
2017-03-15	2017-03-25	2460.00
2017-03-15	2017-03-25	2135.00
2017-03-15	2017-03-25	2135.00
2017-04-12	2017-04-22	3264.00
2017-04-12	2017-04-22	2620.00
2017-04-12	2017-04-22	2295.00
2017-04-12	2017-04-22	2295.00
2017-05-10	2017-05-20	3264.00
2017-05-10	2017-05-20	2620.00
2017-05-10	2017-05-20	2295.00
2017-05-10	2017-05-20	2295.00
2017-06-07	2017-06-17	3264.00
2017-06-07	2017-06-17	2620.00
2017-06-07	2017-06-17	2295.00
2017-06-07	2017-06-17	2295.00
2017-07-05	2017-07-15	3224.00
2017-07-05	2017-07-15	2580.00
2017-07-05	2017-07-15	2255.00
2017-07-05	2017-07-15	2255.00
2017-08-02	2017-08-12	3224.00
2017-08-02	2017-08-12	2580.00
2017-08-02	2017-08-12	2255.00
2017-08-02	2017-08-12	2255.00
2017-08-30	2017-09-09	3224.00
2017-08-30	2017-09-09	2580.00
2017-08-30	2017-09-09	2255.00
2017-08-30	2017-09-09	2255.00

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Australia

Overview
Itinerary
Other Inclusions
Trip Highlights
Trip Summary

Day : 1

Darwin

Number of Days : 1

Meet up with your fellow travellers and Contiki team before heading out on a Darwin City orientation tour. You’ll visit the East Point Military Reserve and Darwin Museum to find out about the history of the Northern Territory’s capital. Later you have the chance to come face to face with a 5m crocodile. This is Australia’s only crocodile dive where you are safely housed in a perspex cage while a crocodile lazes, swims and even feeds just inches away. Get ready for a night out on the town as you get to know your group.

Day : 2

Darwin to Kakadu National Park

Number of Days : 1

Today you’ll head out to stunning Litchfield National Park. On the way, we stop by the termite mounds, a local natural curiosity. These mounds are up to 4 metres (13ft) high and are literally magnetic – your Trip Manager will fill you in on the details. Then we hit the famous falls that make up the park - four waterfalls pour over a wide plateau into deep, picture-perfect waterholes surrounded by thick rainforest. Experience this natural playground and take a dip in the transparent waters. Later, we travel to Australia’s largest national park, Kakadu, known for its ancient rock art, some of which is up to 20,000 years old.

Day : 3

Kakadu National Park

Number of Days : 1

We spend the day exploring some of this 20,000 sq km World Heritage-listed site. It’s packed with swamps, rainforest, wetlands, woodlands, plants, insects and 75 different types of reptiles. First up it’s Nourlangie Rock with impressive rock art dating back thousands of years. Next we get the background on local indigenous culture at the Warradjan Cultural Centre before our included wildlife boat cruise takes us out to spot crocs & learn about the native birdlife in the area. There may be time to explore the “rock galleries” of Ubirr, where time-old paintings line the cave walls before we head back to the hotel for dinner.

Day : 4

Kakadu National Park to Katherine

Number of Days : 1

Kick start the day by cooling off in the swimming hole at Edith Falls, deep in the heart of the national park. In the afternoon, we arrive in riverside Katherine. There’s an optional cruise through the gorgeous Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge. This National Park serves up vivid orange cliffs and rock formations that have been carved out by the river over hundreds’ of years. Keep an eye open for fresh water crocs and learn about local wildlife and folklore from our Local Guide. Back in Katherine, your Trip Manager will organise an optional dinner tonight, so you can relax by the pool.

Day : 5

Tennant Creek to Alice Springs

Number of Days : 1

As we leave the site of Australia's last gold rush, we're on to Karlu Karlu (the Devils Marbles) - a strange grouping of enormous boulders. This afternoon we arrive in Alice Springs. We kick of the afternoon with a trip out to Simpson’s Gap & West MacDonnell National Park where you’ll start to appreciate the remoteness of Central Australia. Next we’ll visit ANZAC Hill lookout and Alice Springs Telegraph Station. Finish the afternoon with a hands on experience at the Alice Springs Reptile Centre where you’ll hear about some of Australia’s unique outback reptiles, and, if you're brave enough, hold a python!

Day : 6

Katherine to Tennant Creek

Number of Days : 1

This morning, we pull into Mataranka Thermal Springs where you can have a swim in the thermal pools at a bush resort, where the mineral waters are a comfortable 34°C/93°F. Next up: the oldest pub in the Northern Territory, Daly Waters, licensed since 1893. Check out the knick-knacks and memorabilia that cover the walls of this Australian institution. Grab a bite to eat here and maybe meet a local character or two. We overnight in Tennant Creek, a “true blue” Aussie outback town, where you’ll get a feel for the size of Australia. In the middle of nowhere, this town is the only point of contact for the million acre cattle stations of the surrounding area.

Day : 7

Alice Springs to Kings Creek Station

Number of Days : 1

Jump start the day by learning about surviving in the bush with our included Aboriginal 'Bushtucker' tour. Our expert Aboriginal Guide will fill you in on the dos and don’ts of life in the bush, and you’ll even get to taste insects and plants if you’re adventurous. Next we head to Kings Canyon where you’ll go on an amazing guided hike to places such as the 'Garden of Eden' waterhole and the 'Lost City'! Finish the day at Kings Creek Station. This working camel & cattle station serves up a real outback experience. Tonight, 'go bush' and sleep under the open sky at our overnight bush camp where you’ll see the desert sky light up with thousands of stars.

Day : 8

Kings Creek Station to Uluru

Number of Days : 1

Today we make tracks to Uluru! But not before you have an opportunity to Race around the station and appreciate it’s size on an optional Quad Bike excursion! We drive by ancient (700 million years old!) Mt. Connor for 360° views over the red desert and take a walk through Uluṟu's neighbour - Kata Tju��a, or 'The Olgas' - before arriving at Yulara Resort. This environmentally designed resort is all about the outback and has a pool for you to cool off in after the drive.

Day : 9

Uluru

Number of Days : 1

Start off the morning nice and early and watch the sun rise over this iconic natural wonder from the viewing area. Get familiar with Uluṟu when your Trip Manager takes you around its base and gives you the background of the spiritual significance of this site for Aboriginal people. For something different, this afternoon you can choose an optional Harley Davidson ride or scenic flight. Tonight, catch the sun set over the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Uluṟu (Ayers Rock), and grab some nibbles and bubbly to toast this amazing view.

Day : 10

Uluru to Alice Springs

Number of Days : 1

It’s an easy-going start to the day today. Your Trip Manager will cook up a storm for breakfast, so load up on bacon & eggs! We swing by a traditional Australian roadhouse, and then pull back into Alice Springs. Tonight, join the group for an optional dinner at the Overlander Steakhouse, where you can try out kangaroo, crocodile, camel & steak while listening to Aussie folk songs.

Day : 11

Alice Springs

Number of Days : 1

Start your last day on tour with an unforgettable experience. Get above it all in an optional hot air balloon ride over the red MacDonnell Ranges at dawn. Enjoy a bird’s eye view over these stunning, massive rock formations. Our tour ends after breakfast and it’s time to say goodbye to your new friends and Contiki crew.

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