Spirit of Uluru & Outback Mid Cruise Journey (Double)
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port
Cairns, Australia
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activityLevel
Strenuous Activity
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excursionType
All
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wheelchairAccessible
No
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startingAtPrice
$6999
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minimumAge
Information Not Currently Available
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duration
Approximately 120 Hours
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mealsIncluded
Meals included
DAY 1 (D)
Upon disembarking the ship in Cairns, you will be met by the Tour Director who will accompany you to Cairns Aquarium for the Aquarium by Twilight Guided Nocturnal Tour.
As the sun sets on Tropical North Queensland’s Mountain. reptiles, amphibians, insects, and nocturnal fish sense the onset of dusk and emerge from their daytime lairs. Brightly colored reef fish seek shelter in coral caves as predatory nocturnal sharks, rays, and grouper awaken.
‘Aquarium by Twilight’ takes you on an exclusive guided tour to witness this remarkable transition as day slides into sunset while enjoying a three-course dinner experience.
Take a short walk along the iconic Cairns Esplanade. Overnight at Riley, A Crystalbrook Collection Resort – Sea Room (or similar).
DAY 2 (B/L/D)
Transfer to Cairns Airport for your flight to Uluru. Breakfast will be served on-board flight.
Upon arrival in Uluru, you will transfer to Sails in the Desert Hotel. Check in to the resort and enjoy some time at leisure before lunch. Please note that your room will not be available until standard check in time at 3pm.
Enjoy the afternoon Kata Tjuta tour.
Treasured as Australia’s spiritual heart, the dual World Heritage-listed wilderness of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is an ancient desert landscape widely known as the ‘Red Centre’. Spanning a vast expanse of the Northern Territory, the outback’s rugged beauty is heightened by the living presence of one of the world’s largest monoliths, Uluru (Ayers Rock) and the sacred red domes of Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) which stand nearby. It’s a land of stark contrasts, playing spiritual home to the world’s oldest living culture, the indigenous Australians, whilst revealing a more modern history with the folklore of the early western explorers.
Travel to the mystical domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Your experienced guide will deliver an historical overview of Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park. The Aboriginal people have lived in this region for 22,000 years. Kata Tjuta is one of the most sacred of sites through-out the region, used to perform many of the traditional men’s ceremonies.
Walk into the Walpa Gorge toward the heart of the site, where the trail follows the natural creek bed between two of the tallest domes. The walk includes commentary on local stories, flora, fauna and geology. Your guide will return you to your hotel in time for the Wintjiri Wiru Sunset Dinner.
Wintjiri Wiru, meaning "beautiful view out to the horizon" is a breathtaking cultural storytelling experience that brings to life a chapter of the ancestral Mala story through choreographed drones, lasers and projections that illuminate the night sky. A story passed on for thousands of generations.
Here you will embark on a culinary adventure with a gourmet dinner hamper.
Overnight at Sails in the Desert Superior Room (or similar).
DAY 3 (B/D)
After breakfast, your Field of Light Sunrise Experience begins a short transfer to the exclusive desert location with majestic views of Uluru. Your guide will provide commentary on the artist and installation en route.
In the silence of the pre-dawn land, covered under a blanket of stars, immerse yourself in the Field of Light. Its paths, glistening softly with rhythms of colored light, beckon you to explore.
Just before the sun breaches the horizon and floods the land with warm yellow light. Tea, coffee, and hot chocolate will be served.
You will return to the hotel where you will enjoy a day at leisure. Meeting in the afternoon for the Sounds of Silence – Outback dinner and drinks under the stars.
Enjoy a dinner served under the stars with the opportunity to see the night sky like never before. Sounds of Silence experience begins with canapés and chilled sparkling wine served on a viewing platform overlooking the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. As the sun sets and darkness falls, listen to the sound of a didgeridoo and join your table of fellow travelers for an unforgettable dining experience. As the night sky twinkles to life, delight in a bush tucker inspired buffet that incorporates native bush ingredients. Beer, wine and soft drinks are included.
Settle back and listen to the resident star talker decode the southern night sky and witness the beauty and sheer volume of stars that can be seen in this iconic location. The absence of city lights creates an opportunity for the brilliance of the night sky to be revealed in all its glory.
Overnight at Sails in the Desert Superior Room (or similar)
DAY 4 (B/L/D)
Enjoy breakfast in the morning before departing Ayers Rock Resort and travel to Alice Springs. Discover Mt Conner along the way and a stop at Curtin Springs Station. Enjoy a break at the spectacular Finke River and a picnic lunch along the way.
Explore Alice Springs Desert Park where the desert comes alive.
Take an easy walking trail through desert habitats and discover Desert Rivers, Sand Country, and the Woodland habitat, witness free flying birds of prey, see rare and endangered animals in the spectacular nocturnal house and take a cinematic journey through 4 billion years of desert evolution.
Transfer to Alice Springs airport where you will board your flight to Darwin. Dinner will be served on-board flight. Upon arrival in Darwin, transfer to Hotel for check in.
Overnight at Hilton Darwin (Deluxe room) (or similar)
DAY 5 (B/L)
Embark on a full day Indigenous Litchfield Spectacular Tour after breakfast.
Take the road less travelled on an intimate tour from Darwin to Litchfield National Park and beyond. Your guide will introduce you to magnificent scenery, fascinating pioneer heritage and a rich Aboriginal culture. You will visit spiritually important waterfalls and stone country, ancient rainforest and unspoiled woodland, and their places in Aboriginal culture. Lunch will also be served.
Overnight at Hilton Darwin (Deluxe room) (or similar)
DAY 6 (B/L)
This morning you will be transferred to Kakadu Air Terminal where you will enjoy Kakadu in a day Tour.
Kakadu is dual listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List for its outstanding natural and cultural values. No trip to the Northern Territory is complete without a visit to this iconic National Park.is dual listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List for its outstanding natural and cultural values. No trip to the Northern Territory is complete without a visit to this iconic National Park.
Kakadu in a day is the ideal tour for the time-poor looking to include all the "must-do's" of Australia's largest National Park, Kakadu. Enjoy 1.5hours of spectacular scenic flying followed by a cruise on the Yellow Water billabong. Lunch is served at the Cooinda Lodge. A visit to the Warradjan Cultural Centre before heading back to Darwin and transfer back to the ship.
Please note: Tour operates subject to meeting a minimum number of participants. Due to this tour's popularity, exclusivity and strict booking conditions, tour bookings must be confirmed 45 days prior to the voyage start date, with no cancellations or refunds permitted thereafter. There is considerable walking on uneven ground. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Shade is limited; please dress accordingly. Bring a hat; wear sunscreen and insect repellent.
Important:
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