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Red Centre Journey Tour

4 hours to 1 day

Overview

This is a half-day sightseeing tour around the Alice Springs region that keeps things easy, with accommodation pick-up and drop-off included. It covers a mix of Central Australian history, landscapes and outback character, including Ewaninga Aboriginal Rock Carvings, Ooraminna Station Homestead, the Drover’s Boy film set, the Old Ghan Museum and the Red Dune Desert Lookout. Entry fees are included, but you will need to buy an NT Parks Pass before the tour.

Why backpackers love it

If you want to see a few different sides of Central Australia without organising a car or committing to a full-day trip, this is a straightforward option. The included transfers and entry fees make planning simpler, and the shorter morning format works well if you’ve only got limited time in Alice Springs. It is not a cheap budget tour, but it does cover a good spread of sights in one go. It also suits travellers who want an easier pace, as long as they can get in and out of the vehicle unassisted.

What to expect

The tour runs in the morning and is designed as a relaxed introduction to the Red Centre rather than a strenuous day out. After pick-up, you’ll travel between several stops with an experienced guide, with around 45 minutes of the total tour time spent on the road across the full outing. Along the way, you’ll visit the ancient rock carvings at Ewaninga, spend time at Ooraminna Station Homestead, see the Drover’s Boy film set, and stop at the Old Ghan Museum. There’s also a visit to the Red Dune Desert Lookout for wider views over the landscape. At the end, you’ll be dropped back at your accommodation.

What's included

  • Attraction Entry fees
  • Experienced, Friendly Guide
  • Accommodation pick-up and drop-off

Features

  • Covers rock art, outback history, station country and desert views in one morning
  • Accommodation pick-up and drop-off included, so there’s no need to sort your own transport
  • Visit Ewaninga Aboriginal Rock Carvings and learn more from an experienced local guide

Details

Additional details

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Approximately 45 minutes of the tour duration is allocated for the travel from pickup, to all the sites, until drop off.
  • Tour is not wheelchair accessible as passengers should be able to step in and out of the vehicles on their own as our vehicles aren't equipped with a ramp
  • Please purchase your NT Parks Pass prior to travel date, and bring a copy on tour (digital copy accepted)

Prices, availability, and cancellation policies are managed by the tour provider and may change. Please confirm all details on the booking page before purchasing.

From A$178.68

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