Alice Springs to Melbourne Overland

Company : G Adventures
Activities: Rail Passes & Tours / Tours
Duration: 1 week to 2 weeks
Approx Costs: 750 to 1000 £ Pound (UK)

It’s a wide-open space between the aptly named Red Centre and Adelaide, and we intend to make the most of it on this 10-day trek full of good company and good times.

From touring national parks to wine tastings in the Clare Valley to hitting up the iconic Great Ocean Road, you’ll get a feel for the Outback that can only come from travelling in a close-knit group. Plus, our expert CEOs will make sure everything goes smoothly, leaving more time for you to enjoy yourself.

Itinerary

Day 1 Alice Springs
Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Kings Canyon/Uluru
Leave early in the morning to travel to the Red Centre. Hike the awe-inspiring Kings Canyon before continuing to Uluru.

Day 3 Uluru
Visit an Aboriginal cultural centre. Do the informative Mala Walk to learn about the importantce of Uluru to the Aborigines, and catch the sunset over Uluru. Camp under the stars—the only way to really experience the Outback.

Day 4 Coober Pedy
Travel along a rugged track to Coober Pedy, the world's opal mining capital. After a guided tour of a mine, escape the heat by spending the night underground.

Day 5 William Creek
Travel along the Old Ghan Railway route. Cross the dingo fence and stop to explore a number of historic settler sites along the way.

Day 6 Beltana
Continue along the Oodnadatta track. Opt for a scenic flight over the great salt lake of Lake Eyre. Experience a one-of-a-kind overnight stay at a historic sheep station.

Day 7 Adelaide
Drive through the Flinders Ranges before a wine tasting in the Clare Valley.

Day 8 Grampians National Park
Trek through the forest of Grampians NP, lush with vegetation and wildlife.

Day 9 Port Campbell
Early morning walk and visit to an Aboriginal cultural centre, then travel along the Great Ocean Road, visiting the Arch and the 12 Apostles.

Day 10 Great Ocean Road/Melbourne
Visit Loch Ard Gorge and travel past world-famous surf beaches along the Great Ocean Road. Walk through the rainforest in Great Otway NP. Tour ends upon arrival to Melbourne in the evening; please book ongoing travel after 8pm.

What's Included

Rainforest walk in Great Otway National Park
Visit to the 12 Apostles
Clare Valley wine tasting
Underground mine tour
Champagne sunset viewing of Uluru
Mala Walk and cultural centre visit (Uluru)
Hike at Kings Canyon and Grampians National Park
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
8 breakfasts, 3 dinners (Allow AUD180-220 for meals that are not included.)
Private bus, walking.
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Small group experience; Max 20, avg 16
Hostels (6 nts), camping in 'swag' or tent (2 nts), underground hostel (1 nt). All nights multi-share.