Alice Springs Tours

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Wanting to find the perfect tour to do while you are at Alice Springs or in the red centre! Well you can choose from such a wide variety of tours from day tours right through to extended tours for a number of days, all depending on what you want to see and how much time you have to explore this rugged region of the Alice.

AAT Kings have a huge variety of tours, from half day tours right through to overnight stays for you to experience the Alice in style and comfort. If you don't have a lot of time to explore the Alice but still want to experience the highlights of the region then AAT Kings offer half day and full day tours where you can see breathtaking landscapes, beautiful sunsets, aboriginal culture, walks through national parklands, see amazing rock formations, and cruises along the rivers and through the spectacular gorges. You have a choice of sunrise tours to see the early morning sunlight reaching out to Uluru, or day tours that retrace the path of the Liru ancestors and track through unique bushland, or witness the spectacle of the sunsets of the red centre as you feast on delectable nibbles and complimentary wine. Do a half day tour to Kings Canyon, and stop at Kings creek for a sumptuous breakfast, or book yourself onto a full day tour to travel to the west of Alice Springs and see the MacDonnell Ranges or another full day tour where you can take a 2 hour scenic cruises through Katherine Gorge. There are also extended tours of up to 17 days, whereby you can see firsthand the amazing spectacles of this rugged country side, such as the Kimberley's, Katherine Gorge, the MacDonnell Ranges, swim in refreshing rock pools, climb Kings Canyon, travel to Uluru and so much more. Many of the extended tours with AAT Kings don't just concentrate on Alice Springs; you can also travel to many other places, such as Darwin, Broome and the Barossa Valley.

There is the Alice Camp 'n' Drive that is based in Alice Springs, where you can organise a fully equipped 4WD with the lots to go out by yourself and see the sights of Alice Springs in your own time. It has been specifically set up for anyone that loves to do independent travelling either by themself or with a group of friends. The packages include unlimited kilometres on all vehicles, all camping equipment, swags, sleeping bags, esky, water container, ground sheet, full cooking and cutlery set, table and 2 chairs, BBQ & lantern and most importantly... Maps! It is highly recommended that you have between 3-5 days to go exploring as you will have the best opportunity then to see the Olgas, Kings Canyon, the MacDonnell Ranges and beautiful water holes to go swimming in.

The Alice Highlights Gray Line Tour is a fantastic day tour to see the best spots of the Alice and the West MacDonnell Ranges. You will be picked up from your place of accommodation, as well as dropped back at the end of the day, after experiencing the majestic wonders of this region. You can take in the view from the top of Anzac Hill Lookout, travel to Todd River and Todd Mall. Learn about the history of the Stuart Town Gaol and Old Courthouse and then head west on Larapinta Drive alongside the West MacDonnell Ranges. While on the Alice Highlights tour you can also visit the John Flynn Memorial at Mount Gillen, and see the remains of the twin ghost gums that were painted by the famous painter, Albert Namatjira. Walk through the Angkale creek bed to Standley Chasm to see the sun kissed colours of the rock walls, and look for rock wallabies at the base of the rocky wall. Take a guided walk to Simpsons Gap, and view the majestic soaring eagles, kytes and falcons in the bright blue sky.

Alice Springs Town tour is a great way to take in the best spots of this town, with its fascinating culture, history and Aboriginal art there is something around every corner. It is the heart and soul of the Top End, and you can witness firsthand the real outback adventure. Visit the usually dry creek bed of the Todd River, see downtown Alice Springs - the heart of the red centre, visit Alice Springs School of the Air, travel to Alice Springs Telegraph Station and take a tour of the property. Visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the Alice Springs Reptile Centre where you can see and touch unique reptiles and then travel to Anzac Hill Lookout and witness the spectacular views of Alice Springs and the MacDonnell Ranges.

Gray Line Tours also have a Best of Alice Springs tour that expressed the heart and soul of the Red Centre in tour highlights such as a walk into Simpsons Gap, visiting the West MacDonnell Ranges, learn about the history of the Stuart Town Gaol and Old Courthouse, and stand at the foot of Mount Gillen and see the John Flynn Memorial. With so many attractions packed into just one day tour you will be privileged to see all of the main attractions that Alice Springs has to offer its visitors. You can see downtown Alice Springs; see the remains of the twin ghost gums painted by Albert Namatjira, and come face to face with native wildlife, such as birds, reptiles and rock wallabies.

Emu Run Tours are a locally owned and run company that lets you experience the heart and soul of the red centre. Their professional guided will take you to see the amazing outback, and provide you with an adventure to remember. They have many options to choose from ranging in time frames and they can also do private tours if you wish. Most people, once starting out on the Emu Run Tours always choose to stay longer to see more of this rugged country side. All meals are provided for, and accommodation it either organised at the Alice Motor Inn or the Alice Lodge Backpackers. With all of the attractions of the Top End included in a range of tours, you will find it hard to choose just one tour to embark on.

Want to see all that the Alice has to offer but you don't really want to do it in the time constrictions of a day tour? Well Gray Line Tours offer a hop on hop off tour taking in all of the main sights in and around Alice Springs, stopping at 12 different locations, giving you the flexibility to explore each destination in your own time. And then when you are ready you can board the bus for the next destination. It can take up to 70 minutes in a round trip of the hop on hop off tour, but it is all up to!

The Palm Valley Gray Line Tour lets you experience the Aboriginal homeland of the Arrernte people and get the feel for a real outback adventure. This full day tour visits places such as Finke Gorge National Park, Hermannsburg and Palm Valley where you can see a strange semi-tropical oasis in this dry desert country side. Drive to the West MacDonnell Ranges, wander through historic buildings, museums and art galleries showcasing Aboriginal artworks and paintings. Sip a cup of billy tea before heading off to the dry bed of the Finke River, followed by a walk along the riverside to Finke Gorge National Park. Lunch will be provided to you in spectacular surrounding, followed by views from the Kalarranga Lookout.

So you have a couple of days to explore the Alice and its surrounding areas, then why not book yourself on the Wildway 3 Day tour, taking in the best attractions spots including, Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Kings Canyon and all the other best attractions along the way. You will be provided with all meals, camping equipment and excellent tour guides with a love for the country to make your adventure exciting. On day one you will experience a camel farm, Mount Ebenezer, Mount Connor, visit the Cultural Centre and see Uluru. As well as take a guided walk to Mutitjulu water hole, which is at the base of Uluru where you can have the option to climb the mountain if you wish. Day two will have you visiting the Olgas, heading off to Kata Tjuta to walk through the 'Valley of the Winds', drive to kings creek station where you can go quad biking. And then for the last day of the tour you will walk around Kings Canyan, see the Amphitheatre, and swim in the Garden of Eden. Once you have feasted on a delicious lunch you will then return back to Alice Springs.

Another fantastic day tour for you to secure your seat on would have to be the Gray Line Uluru Adventure Tour. You will be overpowered by the desert sands, the enormity of Aboriginal culture and the majestic Olgas and the awe-inspiring Ayers Rock. It is a day tour jam packed full of amazing attractions such as the West MacDonnell Ranges, Erldunda and Mt Ebenezer, Curtin Springs Cattle Station, look for massive road trains, visit Yulara - a modern desert tourist resort town, see Uluru and learn of Aboriginal Tjukurpa and rock art on the Mala Walk. There are many walks and climbs included in this tour so you have the opportunity to take in the shear beauty and wonder of this region. With trips to waterholes for swimming, guided walks to see Aboriginal rock art, walking trails lead to cool valleys and secluded waterholes and more importantly the big climb of Ayers Rock, means that you should come prepared with a good pair of walking shoes for this tour.

The Uluru Highlights Gray Line Tour, is just another fantastic tour on offer for you to visit the amazing spectacles of the red centre. When you are in Alice Springs, it should be on your to do list that you visit the awesome red monolith of stone that protrudes from the desert centre to experience the wonder and awe-inspiring wonder of Uluru. Gray Lines Uluru Highlights tour will highlight the presence of Uluru, teach you about Aboriginal rock art, as well as take a complete circuit tour around the base of Uluru learning of the geology & legends of the rock, visit the cultural centre, take a guided walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole, learn about bush tucker, law and legends of the Anangu people, climb the rock and at the end of the day witness a god given sight of the sun setting over Uluru while you sip on a refreshing glass of bubbly and feast on a buffet fit for a king.

Wayoutback Tours offer a variety of tours from two to five day tours taking in the main attractions sights of Top End. They cater for small groups of around 14 people, creating a relaxed intimate atmosphere for the duration of the tour, while touring in a comfortable air-conditioned 4WD. It is the best tour to embark on, to get away from the crowds and really see what the red centre has to offer, while you enjoy driving on dirt tracks, camping, cooking over a camp-fire and sleeping out under the stars. Wayoutback Desert Safaris 2 and 3 day tour is the only safari to get off the beaten track and do some real four wheel driving over sand dunes and through river beds. The 5 day 4WD safari cuts through two major cattle stations, visit Uluru, Kings Canyon and experience the breathtaking scenery that many people ever really get to see while in the Top End. They also offer a 2 Day 4WD Safari, which is truly one of a kind, as you see the West MacDonnell Ranges, Palm Valley, camp by Finke River under the stars, and enjoy the delights of the red centre.

The last one on offer by Gray Line Tours is the West MacDonnell Day Tour. Visit dry riverbeds, gorges and waterholes, and feel the presence of the ancient Aboriginal dreamtime for yourself. The entails heading west on Laraointa Drive alongside the West MacDonnells Ranges, visit John Memorial at the foot of the Mt Gillen, see the remains of the twin ghost gums painted by Albert Namatjira, take a guided walk into Simpsons Gap, take a guided walk along the Angkale Creek bed to Standley Chasm a deep red cleft that is sun kissed with all the colours of the desert, look for rock wallabies, before enjoying some morning tea and cake. You can swim and relax in waterholes, feast on a gourmet picnic at Ormiston Gorge, visit the Ochre Pits and learn about the history of the Aboriginal people. It is great day tour for the whole family, to experience the true wonder of the West MacDonnell Ranges and surrounding attractions.