What do you think about Australia? Kangaroo, Koala, Opera House, Sydney?
But I would like to share you about more exciting travel in Australia. There are many cultural art, history and a magnificent scenery.
Travel from the southern coastal town of Adelaide, through the heart of Australia, the Red Centre and on to the lush Top End. Though it includes one full day to explore Alice Springs, you can break up your journey and stay longer in Alice Springs.
There are many travel agents, you can arrange as much you can stay in Australia(AUS). Personally, 14days tour is no so bad, cost AUS$ 2000 included:
Experienced guides
meals as indicated
accommodation transfers
7 nights camping fees & equipment, 6 nights hostel accommodation
Opal Mine tour
Aboriginal culture interpretive walk
National Park fees in South Australia
Day 1 – Adelaide to Quorn
Leaving Adelaide travel through the
Clare Valley as it way towards the stunning Flinders Ranges. On journey I enjoyed a lunch break at a local Clare Valley Winery, with some tastings thrown in. This great Aussie Atmosphere sets
locals Pub for this evening.
Day 2 – Flinders Ranges & Wilpena Pound
The National Park where adventure, spirituality and tranquillity co-exist in one majestic destination. Tour went out on a hike for some spectacular views of the
'Flinders Ranges', named one of Australia's outstanding national landscapes. Caves for a glimpse at some local Aboriginal rock paintings and the stories that go with them. This evening enjoy a casual BBQ dinner.
Day 3 – Quorn to Coober Pedy
Travel through Port Augusta, then head north into the open landscapes and join the
Stuart Highway (one of the longest highways in the world).
Passing several salt lakes, you can capture a great photo opportunity of the vastness of Central Australia before we arrive in the 'Opal Capital of the World',
Coober Pedy. A diverse township renowned for its many underground attractions! On arrival we enjoy a local town tour which includes a visit to an underground mine & museum. Our accommodation for tonight is – you guessed it –
underground.
Day 4 – Coober Pedy to Marla
Into the rugged country of Australia's inland and a visit to
'The Breakaways' with amazing views that go on and on and on!
Day 5 – Marla to UluruFrom Marla
Cross the Northern Territory border and arrive at the
Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park. Kata Tjuta (
The Olgas) will fascinate you, and you will discover some of the secrets of this ancient landform during the Valley of the Winds hike. You'll be mesmerised as the desert sun sets over Uluru, and as the night grows darker, curl up in your swag (
Aussie bedroll) under millions of stars.
Day 6 – Uluru to Kings Canyon
It's an early start this morning, but you'll be rewarded with a glorious Uluru sunrise. While the morning's fresh (and your legs are too!) enjoy an unguided walk around the base of Uluru. You will then deepen your understanding of the land and the Mala people as you take a cultural interpretive walk with an Aboriginal guide (and interpreter). Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to purchase
Aboriginal arts and crafts at the Cultural Centre before we travel to our exclusive campsite within the Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon) where we sleep for the night.
Day 7 – Kings Canyon to Alice Springs
Get your hiking shoes on today as we head out to explore the impressive formations of
Kings Canyon.
Day 8 - Alice Springs
Enjoy a FREE DAY to relax and explore
Alice Springs.
Day 9 – Alice Springs to Banka Banka
Pass by the Tropic of Capricorn then stop at the Barrow Creek Pub, home of the Telegraph station.
The Devils Marbles, a site sacred to its traditional owners.
Day 10 – Banka Banka to Katherine Gorge
Mataranka lies in the heart of the 'never-never', and you'll feel a million miles from anywhere as you soak in the steamy thermal springs. As the day draws to a close, we reach our overnight camp at stunning Katherine Gorge.
Day 11 – Katherine Gorge to Darwin
The gorge is all yours this morning, with a half day to spend canoeing or cruising (at own expense and seasonal) the spectacular waters. We'll head to Darwin after a stop at idyllic Edith Falls.
Day 12 - Darwin to Mary River
Your day checking out the waterfalls of
Litchfield National Park. The spectacular
Mary River Wetlands, where birds aren't the only wildlife abundant; keep a watch for lurking crocodiles on our private river cruise!
Day 13 - Mary River to Kakadu
Discover ancient
Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr. Clamber to the top of a rocky lookout for fabulous views over the Nardab floodplain. Next it's on to Maguk (Barramundi Gorge), where a hike is rewarded with a reviving swim in the plunge pools.
Day 14 - Kakadu to Darwin
Get ready for some 4WD action to
Jim Jim Falls! Once we get there, we'll hike to the base of the falls before continuing on to Twin Falls. Feel the beauty of the stunning gorge and powerful falls from the National Park operated boat and boardwalk experience. Stop in at the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre this afternoon to learn about local Indigenous culture.
In addition, it's a terribly opportunity adventure way of touring Australia. I'd like to suggest that you don't have to take this tour because there are heaps of travel rotes. Here is more information:
http://www.smh.com.au/travel/activity/drives/the-heartland-hop-20100211-nujq.html
