NORTHERN TERRITORY

Tour	Days	Operator	Code	Full Itinerary
4WD Alice & Wonderland	5	Contiki	WDAAA
4WD Gold'N Outback	7	Contiki	WDBAA
4WD Rocks & Rivers	5	Contiki	WDDDA
4WD Wet & Wilderness	7	Contiki	WDDBA
Alice and Ayers Rock	7	Contiki	AEADA
Alice and Kakadu	6	Contiki	AKADA
Territory and Outback	12	Contiki	TEADA

4WD Alice & Wonderland - 5 Days
Alice Springs to Alice Springs

Tour Code: WDAAA

What's included?

Departure Dates

2001: Apr 23, 30 / May 21 / Jun 4 / Jul 7, 16, 21, 30 / Aug 3 / Sep 1, 10, 15, 24 / Oct 27 / Nov 12 / Dec 3, 10, 31

2002: Jan 7, 28 / Feb 4, 25 / Mar 4, 25

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1. Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock).
This morning we’ll take in the sights of Alice Springs, including Anzac Hill, the Old Telegraph Station and the Royal Flying Doctor’s Service. Then we’re on our way to Yulara and Uluru National Park. We’ll set up camp and enjoy a ‘get to know you’ drink. (D)

Day 2. Uluru National Park.
Today we’ll explore one of the ancient icons of the world - Ayers Rock! We’ll rise early to watch the sun rise over the rock and the changing colours of the desert. Then we’ll consider climbing the rock if you’re game. After the climb, we’ll visit the Cultural Centre to get a better understanding of why this area is so significant to the indigenous people. A base walk will give you great views of Aboriginal rock art and an optional helicopter, plane or harley davidson ride will round off the day quite nicely. The day ends as it began, with the glowing sunburnt colours of Uluru. (B)

Day 3. Uluru National Park to Kings Canyon.
An early morning walk around Kata Tjuta will complete our visit to Uluru National Park. We’ll then travel to Kings Creek Station next to Watarrka National Park and Kings Canyon. In the afternoon you’ll have the chance to explore the vast station on quad bikes, or perhaps by camel! (B,D)

Day 4. Kings Canyon to Palm Valley.
This morning we’ll hike through Kings Canyon. We’ll make our way to the top of the Canyons ridge and discover the ‘Lost City’ and the ‘Garden of Eden’. We’ll then travel along the remote Mereenie Loop Road, which passes through Aboriginal land. We then head along the rocky, sandy bed of the Finke River to Palm Valley for our overnight bush camp. (B,L,D)

Day 5. Palm Valley to Alice Springs.
A morning walk will take us through Palm Valley named because of the colonies of red cabbage palms found no where else in the world. We’ll explore the amphitheatre before heading through Hermannsburg. We’ll pass Gosse Bluff on our way to Ormiston Gorge where we’ll stop to stretch our legs and take some photographs. We’ll wind our way through the Western Macdonnell Ranges and into Alice Springs where our tour will end late afternoon. (B,L)

Note: A sleeping bag is needed for this tour.

Prices Per Person 2001/2002

$ 545

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4WD Gold'N Outback - 7 Days
Broome to Alice Springs or v.v.

Tour Code: WDBAA / WDABA

What's included?

Departure Dates WDBAA

2001: Jun 30 / Jul 14 / Aug 25 / Sep 8 / Oct 20

Departure Dates WDABA

2001: May 26 / Jun 9 / Jul 21 / Aug 4 / Sep 15, 29

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1. Broome to Fitzroy Crossing.
Our tour departs Broome heading east along the Great Northern Highway. In the afternoon we’ll cruise along Geike Gorge where you’ll have the chance to take some great photographs. Geike Gorge offers a vista of outback sights, from crocodiles sunning themselves on the banks to the ancient coral reef beds. (L,D)

Day 2. Fitzroy Crossing to the Bungle Bungles.
A long drive is ahead of us today but there is always a pot of gold at the end of an outback rainbow. By afternoon we will have reached Purnululu National Park, home to the Bungle Bungle ranges. Spectacular views surround us as we make up camp with the setting sun changing the colours of the rugged country. (B,D)

Day 3. The Bungle Bungles.
In the morning you can view the Bungle Bungles from the air on an optional helicopter tour. We’ll spend the entire day exploring the natural beauty of the Bungle Bungles and the 500 square kilometres of the Purnululu National Park. We’ll trek through the sheer-walled deep gorges, view the amazing beehive shaped dome formations, catch our breath at Piccaninny Creek, then visit Cathedral Gorge and Echnida Chasm. (B,L,D)

Day 4. The Bungle Bungles to Tanami Bush Camp.
Today, we’ll visit Halls Creek, site of the first Western Australian gold rush in 1885. We’ll visit the China Wall and historic Old Halls Creek where visitors still pick up nuggets of gold! We then head off down the Tanami Track winding our way through the Tanami Desert. We’ll stop at the Wolfe Creek Meteorite Crater, the second largest remains of a meteorite strike in the world. We set up camp next to the Tanami Track. Bushcamp (B,D)

Day 5. Tanami Bush Camp.
Today, trek along the track crossing the border into the Northern Territory. We visit Rabbit Flat, Australia’s most remote roadhouse. This afternoon we’ll make camp amongst the spinifex of the Tanami Desert. Tonight we’ll relax around the camp fire. Bushcamp (B,L,D)

Day 6. Tanami Bush Camp to Outback Cattle Station.
Today we’ll rise early and journey south to Alice Springs. We’ll pass through the Yuendumu Aboriginal Community, the Granite’s and Tanami Gold fields before reaching Alice Springs. We have a little time to explore Alice then we head back to our Outback Cattle Station camp. Why not explore the station on an optional horse ride before dinner? (B,D)

Day 7. Outback Cattle Station to Alice Springs.
This morning offers an excellent opportunity to take a ride in a hot air balloon. We then head to the remote Chambers Pillar. On the way we’ll get terrific views of desert oaks and red sand hill country. Also a great picture opportunity - a 30 metre high column of coloured sandstone at the edge of the Simpson Desert. Parched explorers used the column as a landmark. Our journey through some of Australia’s remotest country ends in Alice Springs. (B)

Note: A sleeping bag is needed for this tour.

Prices Per Person 2001

$ 930

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4WD Rocks & Rivers - 5 Days
Darwin to Darwin

Tour Code: WDDDA

What's included?

Departure Dates

2001: May 26 / Jun 9, 18, 23 / Jul 2 / Aug 4, 13, 18, 27 / Sep 29 / Oct 8, 13

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1. Darwin to Ubirr.
The first stop of the day is at the informative Windows on the Wetlands Interpretive Centre. Then it’s on to the rugged beauty of Kakadu National Park. We’ll stop at the Bowali Visitors centre to learn more about this amazing World Heritage Listed Park. We’ll set up our first nights campsite next to the Ubirr Art site. An easy walk takes us past the ancient Aboriginal rock art and up to the lookout with superb views over the wetlands. Enjoy the sunset before returning to camp and our included dinner. (D).

Day 2. Ubirr to Jabiru.
Today presents the opportunity to visit a unique area, inaccessible to most people, where aboriginal history dates back thousands of years. Book the Arnhemland Option* and you’ll travel by 4WD deep into Aboriginal land to view spectacular scenery and ancient rock art. You’ll also learn essential outback skills such as hunting, food gathering and bush tucker preparation. This has proven to be a very popular option but for those not wishing to visit Arnhemland, some great alternative activities can be arranged. Hotel (B,D)

Day 3. Jabiru to Gunlom.
Our early start is rewarded with a sunrise cruise on Home Billabong, then a hearty breakfast. We’ll visit Nourlangie Rock, another exceptional Rock Art site, dating back some 20,000 years! Then we take to the road and travel south to the natural wonders of Gunlom Falls. Ensure you have your swimming gear as Waterfall Creek, a 100m free-falling waterfall, allows the perfect opportunity for a refreshing swim and fantastic views of the southern parts of Kakadu. (B,L,D)

Day 4. Gunlom to Katherine.
After breakfast we leave Kakadu National Park and head towards the town of Katherine. In the afternoon we’ll visit Nitmiluk National Park and famous Katherine Gorge, which is actually made up of 13 gorges, carved naturally out of the earth and separated by rapids of varying lengths. Maybe cruise along some of the gorges, hire a canoe, take a scenic helicopter flight or just take a walk along the escarpment. Any of these choices will give you breathtaking views and memorable photos. As the sun sets we’ll set up camp for the night. (B,D)

Day 5. Katherine to Darwin.
Today we leave Katherine, travelling along the Territory’s lifeline - the Stuart Highway. Nearing Darwin, we’ll take a slight detour into Litchfield National Park. First stop is to view the amazing magnetic termite Mounds. These mysteries of nature unerringly point north/south. Then maybe a refreshing dip in the water holes of Florence Falls and Wangi Falls. We’ll travel past the ruins of Bamboo Creek Tin Mine and onto Darwin. Our tour ends in Darwin late this afternoon. (B)

Note: A sleeping bag is needed for this tour.
* Arnhemland Option: $ 135, payable to your driver/guide

Prices Per Person 2001

$545

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4WD Wet & Wilderness - 7 Days
Darwin to Broome or v.v.

Tour Code: WDDBA / WDBDA

What's included?

Departure Dates WDDBA

2001: Jun 23 / Jul 7 / Aug 18 / Sep 1 / Oct 13

Departure Dates WDBDA

2001: Jun 2, 16 / Jul 28 / Aug 11 / Sep 22 / Oct 6

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1. Darwin to Mataranka.
The first stop of the day is the Territory Wildlife Park. The park is home to an excellent array of Northern Territory wildlife including reptiles and the Birds of Prey Free Flight display. We’ll briefly stop at Katherine to stock up on supplies before we head for the small township of Mataranka. Just south is the Mataranka Homestead with its famous thermal pool, hidden in a pocket of rainforest and the perfect place to set up camp and relax for the evening. (D)

Day 2. Mataranka to Timber Creek.
Leaving Mataranka, we double back heading north through Katherine, then west towards the Western Australia border. First stop is at the Cutta Cutta Caves to explore the Limestone caverns, home to the rare Orange Horseshoe Bats. We’ll pay a brief visit to Gregory National Park before setting up camp in Timber Creek. (B,L,D)

Day 3. Timber Creek to El Questro.
Today, we’ll leave the Northern Territory and head into Western Australia. Our first stop will be at the Keep River National Park, another area full of fine examples of Aboriginal Rock Art. We cross the border and head towards Lake Argyle - nine times the size of Sydney Harbour! We’ll stop at Kununurra, known for its locally produced Zebra rocks. Then onto El Questro, an oasis in the million acres of Kimberley wilderness. Native palms and pandanus surround our camp on the banks of the Pentecost River. (B,D)

Day 4. El Questro.
The day is free to do as you please. Maybe take a hike through Emma Gorge, then cool off with a swim in the huge waterhole. Maybe cruise the towering cliffs of Chamberlain Gorge. You might like to hire a mountain bike or try horseback riding and for further exhilaration try a helicopter tour of the station. Or, why not take to a waterhole for a spot of Barramundi fishing? (B)

Day 5. El Questro to Manning Gorge.
We leave the El Questro Station on the remote Gibb River Road. This track, opened by the pioneer cattle drovers, was once the only way of traversing the Kimberley’s. After crossing rivers and passing through outback cattle stations, some as large as a small country, we’ll stop for the evening, making camp near the Manning River. Bushcamp (B,L,D)

Day 6. Manning Gorge to Windjana Gorge.
Start your day with an early morning swim before our drive takes us through the King Leopold and Napier Ranges with stops at Adcock Gorge and Bells Creek. The Kimberley gorges rate among the best in the world, so have your camera ready. We’ll camp later in the afternoon at Windjana Gorge National Park. (B,L,D)

Day 7. Windjana Gorge to Broome. This morning we’ll take a walk along the river for a view of the fresh water crocodiles and the many birds that call the gorge home. We then head on to Tunnel Creek National Park where you can wade through waist deep water and see the remains of an ancient coral reef. In the afternoon we’ll leave the Gibb River Road and stop in Derby to view the famous prison boab tree. Our next stop will be Broome - once the Pearling capital of the world. Our tour comes to an end this afternoon. (B)

Note: A sleeping bag is needed for this tour.

Prices Per Person 2001

$ 910

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Alice and Ayers Rock - 7 Days
Alice Springs to Alice Springs or v.v.

Tour Code: AEADA / AEDAA

What's included?

Departure Dates AEADA

2001: Apr 15 / May 13 / Jun 10 / Jul 8 / Aug 5, 12 / Sep 2, 9, 30 / Oct 7, 28 / Nov 4, 25 / Dec 23 (with 2002 pricing)

2002: Jan 20 / Feb 17 / Mar 17

Departure Dates AEDAA

2001: Apr 8 / May 6 / Jun 3 / Jul 1, 29 / Aug 5, 26 / Sep 2, 23, 30 / Oct 21, 28 / Nov 18 / Dec 16 (with 2002 pricing)

2002: Jan 13 / Feb 10 / Mar 10

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1. Alice Springs to Ross River.
Before leaving Alice Springs we pay a visit to Anzac Hill and the Old Telegraph Station. We then head out to the Ross River Homestead where we’ll cook Billy Tea and Damper - the stockman’s traditional afternoon tea. Learn how to crack a whip and throw a boomerang with one of the station hands before an evening in the Homestead Bar. Cabin (D)

Day 2. Ross River to Glen Helen.
After a visit to the Alice Springs Desert Wildlife Park we travel along the majestic MacDonnell Ranges to the Glen Helen Homestead. There will be time for a swim in the gorge before dinner. Bunkhouse (B,D)

Day 3. Glen Helen to Kings Canyon.
This morning we head for Kings Creek Station situated next to Watarrka National Park. Why not explore this working cattle and camel station on 4-wheel ‘Quad Bikes’? Enjoy a meal in true outback style before rolling out your ‘swag’ for a night under the stars. Outback Bush Camp(B,D)

Day 4. Kings Canyon to Uluru - Ayers Rock.
An early start as we head off to explore Kings Canyon. Our walk will take us to the top of the canyon and along the ridge to discover the ‘Garden of Eden’ and the ‘Lost City’. This afternoon we’ll travel to Yulara and Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park. The evening is free to take in the desert atmosphere. Lodge (B)

Day 5. Uluru - Ayers Rock at Leisure.
This morning we’ll take breakfast with us as we enjoy the sunrise over Uluru. This afternoon why not take in the area with a scenic flight or you could attempt the climb to the top! Lodge (B)

Day 6. Uluru to Alice Springs.
We return to Alice Springs and pay a visit to the Frontier Camel Farm. Here you can ‘cruise’ along the banks of the Todd River aboard these famous ‘ships of the desert’. Tonight you can enjoy outback delicacies like emu, crocodile and kangaroo at the Drovers Blow Out. Hotel (B)

Day 7. Tour ends Alice Springs.
The chance this morning to watch dawn break over the MacDonnell Ranges from a hot air balloon before our tour ends mid-morning in Alice Springs.

This tour also runs in reverse with a slightly different itinerary:

Day 1: Alice Springs to Ross River
Day 2: Ross River to Glen Helen
Day 3: Glen Helen to Uluru
Day 4: Uluru at Leisure
Day 5: Uluru to Kings Canyon
Day 6: Kings Canyon to Alice Springs
Day 7: Tour ends in Alice Springs

Prices Per Person

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Alice and Kakadu - 6 Days
Alice Springs to Darwin or v.v.

Tour Code: AKADA / AKDAA

What's included?

Departure Dates AKADA

2001: Apr 21 / May 19 / Jun 16 / Jul 14 / Aug 11, 18 / Sep 8, 15 / Oct 6, 13 / Nov 3, 10 / Dec 1, 29 (both dates with 2002 pricing)

2002: Jan 26 / Feb 23 / Mar 23

Departure Dates AKDAA

2001: Apr 3 / May 1, 29 / Jun 26 / Jul 24, 31 / Aug 21, 28 / Sep 18, 25 / Oct 16, 23 / Nov 13 / Dec 11 (with 2002 pricing)

2002: Jan 8 / Feb 5 / Mar 5

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1. Alice Springs to Tennant Creek.
We cross the Tropic of Capricorn on our way to the Devil’s Marbles. We then head north to the old gold mining town of Tennant Creek. Hotel (D)

Day 2. Tennant Creek to Katherine.
Visit one of Australia’s most unusual pubs in Daly Waters. There'll also be a chance this afternoon for a refreshing swim in a thermal pool at Mataranka or the opportunity to look around the Elsey Homestead. Tonight we stay in Katherine. Hotel (B)

Day 3. Katherine to Kakadu.
This morning we head into Nitmiluk National Park and the sensational Katherine Gorge. Here you can take an optional helicopter flight over the ancient landscape or a leisurely boat trip through two of the gorges. This afternoon we’ll head for Kakadu National Park and Jabiru. Our accommodation is in the middle of the park. Fantastic views are on offer as the setting sun at Ubirr Aboriginal rock art site provides the backdrop. Lodge (B,D)

Day 4. Kakadu National Park at Leisure. This morning why not rise early for the optional scenic flight over Kakadu National Park and the Arnhem escarpment. After breakfast we explore these World Heritage Regions, significant in both Aboriginal and natural history. The afternoon is spent on a superb wildlife cruise through the Wetlands. Tonight take the opportunity to dine out and enjoy a real territorial banquet in the spectacular Gagudju Crocodile Hotel. Lodge (B)

Day 5. Kakadu National Park to Darwin.
On arrival in Darwin we’ll visit the Northern Territory Museum before enjoying some free time to shop, sightsee or just relax in our accommodation. Hotel (B)

Day 6. Darwin to Litchfield National Park.
This 650 square km National Park encloses much of the Table Top Range. This is a wide sandstone plateau, mostly surrounded by cliffs, waterfalls, and patches of rainforest. We’ll stop at Florence Falls where you’ll have the chance to swim. Our tour ends this evening back in Darwin. (B)

Prices Per Person

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Territory and Outback - 12 Days
Alice Springs to Darwin or v.v.

Tour Code: TEADA / TEDAA

What's included?

Departure Dates TEADA

2001: Apr 15 / May 13 / Jun 10 / Jul 8 / Aug 5, 12 / Sep 2, 9, 30 / Oct 7, 28 / Nov 4, 25 / Dec 23 (with 2002 pricing)

2002: Jan 20 / Feb 17 / Mar 17

Departure Dates TEDAA

2001: Apr 3 / May 1, 29 / Jun 26 / Jul 24, 31 / Aug 21, 28 / Sep 18, 25 / Oct 16, 23 / Nov 13 / Dec 11 (with 2002 pricing)

2002: Jan 8 / Feb 5 / Mar 5

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1. Alice Springs to Ross River.
Before leaving Alice Springs we pay a visit to Anzac Hill and the Old Telegraph Station. We then head out to the Ross River Homestead where we’ll cook Billy Tea and Damper - the stockman’s traditional afternoon tea. Learn how to crack a whip and throw a boomerang with one of the station hands before an evening in the Homestead Bar. Cabin (D)

Day 2. Ross River to Glen Helen.
After a visit to the Alice Springs Desert Wildlife Park we travel along the majestic MacDonnell Ranges to the Glen Helen Homestead. There will be time for a swim before dinner. Bunkhouse (B,D)

Day 3. Glen Helen to Kings Canyon.
This morning we head for Kings Creek Station situated next to Watarrka National Park. Why not explore this working cattle and camel station on 4-wheel ‘Quad Bikes’? Enjoy a meal in true outback style before rolling out your ‘swag’ for a night under the stars. Outback Bush Camp (B,D)

Day 4. Kings Canyon to Uluru - Ayers Rock.
An early start as we head off to explore Kings Canyon. Our walk will take us to the top of the canyon and along the ridge to discover the ‘Garden of Eden’ and the ‘Lost City’. This afternoon we’ll travel to Yulara and Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park. The evening is free to take in the desert atmosphere. Lodge (B)

Day 5. Uluru - Ayers Rock at Leisure.
We’ll take breakfast with us this morning as we enjoy the sunrise over Uluru. There are plenty of ways to explore this amazing area - you can fly over Uluru on a scenic flight, you can ride around the base on a Harley Davidson or why not try the climb to the top? Lodge (B,D)

Day 6. Uluru to Alice Springs.
This morning we visit the mysterious and majestic Kata Tjuta - The Olgas. We return to Alice Springs and pay a visit to the Frontier Camel Farm. Here you can ‘cruise’ along the banks of the famous Todd River aboard these amazing ‘ships of the desert’. Tonight you can enjoy outback delicacies like emu, crocodile and kangaroo at the Drovers Blow Out. Hotel (B)

Day 7. Alice Springs to Tennant Creek.
This morning there is the chance to watch dawn break over the MacDonnell Ranges from a hot air balloon. Later we’ll cross the Tropic of Capricorn and head on to the Devil’s Marbles before arriving in the gold mining town of Tennant Creek. Hotel (D)

Day 8. Tennant Creek to Katherine.
Visit one of Australia’s most unusual pubs in Daly Waters. There'll also be a chance this afternoon for a refreshing swim in a thermal pool at Mataranka. Tonight we stay in Katherine. Hotel (B)

Day 9. Katherine to Kakadu.
This morning we head into Nitmiluk National Park and the sensational Katherine Gorge. Here you can take an optional helicopter flight over the ancient landscape or a leisurely boat trip through two of the gorges. This afternoon we’ll head for Kakadu National Park and Jabiru. Our accommodation is in the middle of the park. Fantastic views are on offer as the setting sun at Ubirr Aboriginal rock art site provides the backdrop. Lodge (B,D)

Day 10. Kakadu National Park at Leisure.
This morning why not rise early for the optional scenic flight over Kakadu National Park and the Arnhem escarpment. After breakfast we explore these World Heritage Regions, significant in both Aboriginal and natural history. The afternoon is spent on a superb wildlife cruise through the Wetlands. Tonight take the opportunity to dine out and enjoy a real territorial banquet in the spectacular Gagudju Hotel. Lodge (B)

Day 11. Kakadu National Park to Darwin.
On arrival in Darwin we’ll visit the Northern Territory Museum before enjoying some free time to shop, sightsee or just relax in our accommodation. Hotel (B)

Day 12. Darwin to Litchfield National Park.
This 650 square km National Park encloses much of the Table Top Range. This is a wide sandstone plateau, mostly surrounded by cliffs, waterfalls, and patches of rainforest. We’ll stop at Florence Falls where you’ll have the chance to swim. Our tour ends this evening back in Darwin. (B)

Prices Per Person

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