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Discover the ancient landscapes of the Red Centre on this 4-night short break based at Ayers Rock Resort in Yulara. Join a small-group sunset tour to Uluru, watching the monolith's colours shift as the sun sets, before an open-air barbecue dinner beneath the stars, with stops at Mutitjulu Waterhole and the Talinguru Nyakunytjaku viewing area to hear ancient Creation stories. This continues with a half-day guided excursion to Kata Tjuta, tracing the 5.4-kilometre Valley of the Winds trail as the sun sets over the domes, before returning to Yulara.
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Tour Overview
Duration
5 daysHotel Rating
3 star hotelStarts
YularaEnds
YularaMinimum Age
5 years oldMaximum Age
Maximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Australia that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
NoDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Local guide included for some of the excursionsCountry
AustraliaMeals Included
None ProvidedTour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max Private Tour
Min 2 / Max Private Tour
Trip Type
Private Tours
Travel Style
Private Tours
Private Tours
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
Partially Guided
Partially Guided
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour pace
Medium
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical rating
Easy
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
These ratings are a general guide and may vary from tour to tour.
Tour Guide
Local guide included for some of the excursionsGroup Size
Min 2 / Max Private TourRange
Private Tours
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
Partially Guided
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
Medium
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
Easy
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Private ToursPassengers
$1,930.00
$965.00
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Tour Highlights
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Welcome to Yulara
Once you have arrived in Yulara, transfer to Ayers Rock Resort where the rest of the day is yours to spend as you wish. With Uluru close by, you might visit the Cultural Centre to learn about the area's Aboriginal history and significance, or spend time relaxing around the resort.
Day 2 - Uluru Sunset Tour
Enjoy a free day in Yulara. Between 5:15 pm and 6:30 pm, depending on the time of year, you are collected from your accommodation for a two-hour hosted sunset tour of Uluru. Your host takes you into Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to watch the sun go down over the rock, with light refreshments including sparkling wine. This is an easy outing with little walking, leaving plenty of time to simply take in the landscape. Afterwards, you are returned to your accommodation.
Please note: Northern Territory regulations require children aged 0-7 to travel in a car seat. Car seats are supplied and fitted for infants aged 0-4 and are included in the child rate for children aged 5-7.
Day 3 - Free Day in Yulara
With no activities scheduled today, you have a free day to enjoy as you wish. You might consider a scenic flight over Uluru and Kata Tjuta for a different perspective, or spend time relaxing around the resort.
Day 4 - Explore Kata Tjuta & The Valley of the Winds
This afternoon, you set out for Kata Tjuta on a small-group tour timed to finish at sunset. Guided by an experienced local driver-guide, you travel by air-conditioned coach into the ancient rock domes, hearing stories that trace their formation over half a billion years.
You then follow a 5.4-kilometre trail into the Valley of the Winds, walking amongst the towering red domes as the creek beds guide your route through this striking, otherworldly landscape.
As the walk concludes, you make your way to a dune viewing platform for sweeping views over Kata Tjuta as the sun sets, before returning to Yulara after dark.
Please note: This walk is rated a more demanding level of fitness, with sturdy enclosed walking shoes, sun protection and at least 2 litres of water recommended.
Please note: Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park entry is required for this tour, at an additional cost and not included in the touring price.
Please note: This activity doesn't operate between October and April.
Day 5 - Farewell Yulara
This morning, the tour comes to an end. Make your own way to Ayers Rock Airport for your onward flight.
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Extras and add-ons
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Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers wanting the privacy of their own room or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.
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