6 Day Alice Springs to Darwin "Up the Track"

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What's Included

  • 6 Breakfasts
  • 5 Lunches
  • 6 Dinners
  • 1 Night Hotel
  • 1 Night Lodge
  • 2 Nights camping
  • 2 Nights camping in permanent tents
  • Modern Air-Conditioned Coach
  • Springbrook National Park
  • National Park Fees
  • Canoeing in Katherine Gorge
  • Crocodile spotting cruise on Yellow Water River
  • Escorted Services of a fully trained Trip Leader and Driver

Baggage

  • Soft bags, suitcases or frameless backpacks are best, plus a small day pack or carry bag.
  • No external framed packs please, as they damage other bags on the coach.
  • Please limit your baggage allowance to a max of 20kgs.
From
$1005
From Alice Springs to Darwin Road Trip
CodeTD-JNT6
Duration6 Days
Tour Price
Apr 2012 - Mar 2013		From: $1005
Frequency
JUL 11 7th
AUG 11 4th, 11th
SEP 11 1st, 29th
OCT 11 6th, 27th
NOV 11 3rd, 24th
DEC 11 1st, 22nd, 29th
JAN 12 19th, 26th
FEB 12 16th, 23rd
MAR 12 15th, 22nd
StyleRoad Trip
Transport4WD
SuitabilityOpen Age
StartHeavitree Outback Lodge
Palm Circuit, Alice Springs
EndDarwin
“Equivalent in size to France, Italy and Spain combined, it's not surprising the Northern Territory is blessed with an abundance of natural environments - some of which you'll be exploring over this 6 days trip!”

Day 1: Alice Springs to Renner Springs

We begin in Alice Springs before heading north. We'll start by visiting the Devil's Marbles and learn more about the local Aboriginal people, before finishing our day in Renner Springs

Accommodation: Motel Accommodation (Quad share)
Meals:  L, D

Day 2: Renner Springs to Katherine

Our first stop is at the Northern Territory's most famous outback pub, Daly Waters. After this why not refresh with a dip in the crystal waters of the Mataranka Oasis before arriving in Katherine.

Accommodation: Springvale Lodge - shared facilities
Meals:  B, L, D

Day 3:    Katherine to Kakadu

This morning we visit the Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) for a canoeing adventure, glide between 60m tall cliffs or upgrade to a cruise! Then to Edith Falls for a bit of a swim before entering Kakadu National Park.

Camping: Shared facilities
Meals:  B, L, D

Day 4:   Kakadu

Today we will see some authentic rock paintings at Nourlangie Rock. This afternoon we'll go to Ubirr to learn more about Aboriginal history. Then back to Kakadu to watch the beautiful sun set.

Camping: Shared facilities
Meals: B, L, D

Day 5: Kakadu to Mt Bundy

A morning wildlife cruise is a great start to the day! See some salt water crocs up close and personal! Then onwards to our homestead at Mt Bundy.

Accommodation: Lodge – Shared facilities
Meals:  B, L, D

Day 6: Mt Bundy to Darwin via Litchfield National Park

This morning we're off to Litchfield National Park - famous for its scenic beauty, waterfalls and swimming! Next stop, Darwin - capital of the North. Tonight we'll hit the town to say farewell to our new friends.

Meals:  B, L

Accommodation

Our accommodation on tour is a mix of camping, motels & lodges which are 2* and 3* properties. Please remember that the standard of accommodation and the ratings are not always the same as in your home country. To keep costs down, accommodation is based on 4-share basis. If you are travelling with a friend and require twin or double accommodation, this is available at small extra charge.Following is a list of the properties we use on our Northern Territory tours.

Please note: under certain circumstances, these properties may be substituted for similar accommodation.

Eldorado Motor Inn

195 Paterson St
Tennant Creek
Ph: (08) 8962 2402

Springvale Homestead

Shadforth Road
Katherine
Ph: (08) 8972 1355

Cooinda Resort

Kakadu Highway
Kakadu
Ph: (08) 8979 0145

Renner Springs Roadhouse

Stuart Highway
Renner Springs
Ph: (08) 8964 4505

Mt Bundy Homestead

Haynes Road
Adelaide River
Ph: (08) 8976 7009