Uluru \u2013 Days 1-3<\/h2>\n
Capturing the hearts of Australians for decades, there\u2019s no better place to kick off your Red Centre holiday than at Uluru<\/a>. There are a tonne of activities to choose from and one that should be at the top of your list is a hike around Uluru\u2019s base.<\/p>\n\n The morning Mala Walk<\/a> is a fantastic choice, as not only will you have a ranger as a guide but it\u2019s a great way to gain an understanding of how significant this place is to the Anangu people.<\/p>\n\n You\u2019ll also get to see rock art and won\u2019t have to work up a sweat, either, as it\u2019s only a two-kilometre return. During your time at Uluru, you should also head out to Kata Tjuta<\/a>, also known as the Olgas. Only 59 kilometres away, a journey to this collection of 36 rock domes is worth a morning excursion. The 7.4-kilometre Valley of the Winds<\/a> walk is the highlight, so pack a picnic, slip on some sunscreen and hit the trail.<\/p>\n\n The activities don\u2019t stop at nightfall, and couples will love getting lost in the beauty of the Field of Light<\/a> art installation, as well as the magic of the Sounds of Silence<\/a> dinner overlooking Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park<\/a>.<\/p>\n Learning about Indigenous culture and why Uluru needs to be respected.<\/p>\n 320 kilometres<\/strong><\/p>\n Stunning Uluru.<\/p><\/div>\n Come face to face with Uluru one more time by rising early for an iconic sunrise camel tour.<\/a> As the sun and sky awaken, watch shadows dance across \u2018the rock\u2019 as you explore this ethereal desert landscape. Afterwards, have a hearty breakfast before hitting the road with Kings Canyon<\/a> in your sights.<\/p>\n\n You\u2019ll want to relax by the time you reach this Red Centre<\/a> highlight, so what better time to enjoy the pool and restaurants at Kings Canyon Resort<\/a>?<\/p>\n Watching the desert come alive while atop a camel.<\/p>\n Lace up your hiking boots and grab your water bottle for a morning of exploring the star attraction of Watarrka National Park.<\/a> Fit couples will want to tackle the six-kilometre Kings Canyon Rim Walk, with impressive views of the 100-metre-high sandstone walls that have made the canyon famous. Be sure to also check out the weathered rock formations nicknamed The Lost City.<\/p>\n Viewing the canyon from the seat of a chopper, perfect for couples celebrating special occasions or those who feel like splashing out. The scenic flights are organised by Kings Canyon Resort.<\/p>\n If you wake early, watch the sun rise over Kings Canyon before continuing your road trip north to Alice Springs<\/a>. Once you arrive in town, get the lay of the land by heading up to the Anzac Hill<\/a> lookout, the most visited landmark in Alice. In the evening, give yourself a night off cooking by booking a table at one of the handful of restaurants at Lasseters<\/a>.<\/p>\n On your final day in the Red Centre get a bird\u2019s-eye view of Alice in a hot air balloon. Float silently above the desert town with Outback Ballooning<\/a> as you soak in the dawn views of the beautiful MacDonnell Ranges.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll then want to spend some time exploring the stores and art galleries of Todd St Mall, before having lunch at the hip and cosy Page 27, hidden down a laneway. In the afternoon, make your way to The Kangaroo Sanctuary, home to rescued and orphaned roos.<\/p>\n Holding a kangaroo joey at the Kangaroo Sanctuary<\/a> in what will make the ultimate holiday snap.<\/p>\n Leave the car behind and see the Red Centre in a new light by joining an overnight Outback Cycling<\/a> adventure that goes deep into the West MacDonnell Ranges<\/a>. Soak up the solitude of the desert as you and your partner snake along tracks while making your way to a quintessential Aussie bush camp. The tours are for experienced riders, so if they sound too much then opt for one of Outback Cycling\u2019s new four-hour electric mountain-bike tours to Simpsons Gap<\/a>.<\/p>\n Feasting on damper under a million-star sky.<\/p>\n It\u2019s time to head off the beaten track again with one final Red Centre adventure \u2013 the famous Larapinta Trail<\/a>. This 223-kilometre trek, which begins on Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve<\/a> and heads into the West MacDonnell Ranges, isn\u2019t for the faint-hearted.<\/p>\n\n But don\u2019t fret, you don\u2019t need to go the whole hog (about two weeks) to experience Larapinta\u2019s magic. Australian Walking Holidays<\/a> offers three-day assisted self-guided treks, which include food drops, route maps, camping gear, emergency support and transport.<\/p>\n Larapinta Trail and West MacDonnell Ranges, Central Australia<\/p><\/div>\n Wandering through narrow canyons and around beautiful waterholes.<\/p>\n Take it easy for your final two days in the Red Centre by exploring some of Alice Springs\u2019 most popular attractions. These include Alice Springs Desert Park<\/a>, which runs a fantastic wedge-tailed eagle encounter between March and October; Alice Springs School of the Air<\/a> visitor centre, where you can learn about Australia\u2019s original home-schooling program; and eclectic Todd Mall Markets (held every second Sunday, Feb-Dec).<\/p>\nHighlight of the day:<\/h3>\n
Uluru to Kings Canyon \u2013 Day 4<\/h2>\n
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Kings Canyon \u2013 Day 5<\/h2>\n
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Kings Canyon to Alice Springs \u2013 Day 6<\/h2>\n
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Alice Springs \u2013 Day 7<\/h2>\n
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Alice Springs to West MacDonnell Ranges \u2013 Days 8 & 9<\/h2>\n
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The Larapinta Trail \u2013 Days 10-12<\/h2>\n
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Alice Springs \u2013 Days 13 & 14<\/h2>\n