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Outback Icons - 12 May 2026 to 01 Sep 2026
Operated by Trafalgar
Tripcode: NSAADM26
Overview
Destination:
Australia,
Duration:15 days
Type:Group tour (max 45)
Travel Period
June 2026 - September 2026
Discover Australia’s rugged heartland on a breathtaking journey from Adelaide to Darwin, with a Small Group of no more than 24 travellers. From the vineyards of South Australia and the ancient landscapes of the Flinders Ranges to the spiritual presence of Uluru and the wetlands of Kakadu, this is an adventure through some of the country’s most extraordinary scenery. Along the way, connect with local stories, explore remote communities and encounter the wildlife, culture and wide-open beauty of the Outback with your Travel Director and Driver leading the way.
Sightseeing highlights
- Explore Adelaide Central Market and Quorn on Guided tours, Flinders Ranges & Wilpena Pound
- Discover Opals in Coober Pedy, stories of Indigenous culture and Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles)
- Visit Wadlata Outback Centre in Flinders Ranges, Uluru-Kata Tjuta, Kakadu and Watarrka National Parks, Mataranka Thermal Springs, Kings Canyon & Ubirr Rock Art Site
- View Sunset at Uluru
- Scenic Cruise on Nitmiluk Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park & Yellow Water Billabong in Kakadu
Highlights:
Standard inclusions
- 14 Breakfast (B)
- 3 Dinner (D)
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- Porterage where hotels provide this service
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing
- All land transport shown. All transfers shown
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- This trip is operated by our Australia and New Zealand Specialists at AAT Kings.
Itinerary
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Collapse allWelcome to Adelaide
Adelaide sets the tone with its elegant blend of culture, cuisine and creativity. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers over a drink before heading out to discover the city’s highlights. At the legendary Adelaide Central Market, join a local gourmand for a behind-the-scenes exploration, tasting your way from stall to stall as you uncover the flavours that make this city such a favourite for food lovers.
Discover Clare Valley and Flinders Ranges
Leave the city behind and travel into South Australia’s celebrated wine country. In the Clare Valley, visit Knappstein Enterprise Winery, where rolling vineyards and crisp country air frame a tasting of fragrant Rieslings and rich red wines. Continue north to Hawker, where Jeff Morgan’s larger-than-life artworks capture the scale and spirit of the Outback. Later, arrive at Wilpena Pound Resort for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, set beneath the dramatic natural amphitheatre of the Flinders Ranges. It is a striking introduction to a region of ancient landscapes and untamed beauty.
Journey to Port Augusta
The scenery around Wilpena Pound reveals a world shaped by time, from towering river red gums to rocky ridgelines and peaceful creeks. Walk along Wilpena Creek to Wangarra Hill Lookout, where sweeping views reveal the curves and peaks of this extraordinary natural basin. Continue through the rugged beauty of Pichi Richi Pass to Quorn, a town with deep ANZAC ties. With a Local Guide, uncover Quorn’s role in the Gallipoli campaign before travelling on to Port Augusta.
Port Augusta onto Coober Pedy
Trace the edge of the Outback to Woomera, once a major rocket-testing site and now home to a fascinating aerospace park that reflects Australia’s spirit of innovation. The landscapes grow more surreal as you continue north, with sunbaked plains and lunar-like scenery leading the way to Coober Pedy, the opal capital of the world. With a Local Guide, delve into the town’s underground life, exploring subterranean homes, churches and mines where precious opals are still unearthed today.
Discover Uluru
Leave Coober Pedy behind as you cross into the Northern Territory and journey towards one of Australia’s most iconic landmarks. Uluru rises from the desert with a presence that is impossible to forget. As the sun begins to set, watch the colours of the monolith shift and deepen beneath the vast Red Centre sky. Raise a glass and enjoy delicious bites as you take in this remarkable moment with your fellow travellers. This evening, you may also choose to pre-book the Uluru Barbecue Dinner as an Optional Experience.
An Uluru Sunrise and Kata Tjuta
The Red Centre reveals a different kind of magic at dawn. Watch the first light spread across the desert as Uluru glows with changing colour and quiet majesty. On a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, discover more about this sacred landscape and the traditions of the Anangu people. Walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole, an important and deeply spiritual site, before continuing to Kata Tjuta. Here, giant domes rise from the earth as you explore the paths of Walpa Gorge. The rest of the day is yours to relax or continue experiencing Uluru at your own pace.
Onwards Kings Canyon
Before sunrise, you may choose to see the acclaimed Field of Light installation, where 50,000 glowing stems illuminate the desert in a mesmerising display. Later, continue through the Outback, passing the striking form of Atila (Mt. Conner), its flat-topped silhouette standing proudly above the plains. Stop at Kings Creek Station for a unique outback lunch and the chance to try a camel burger before arriving at Kings Canyon. Here, lace up for the Rim Walk, where soaring sandstone walls, weathered domes and hidden rock pools reveal one of the region’s most dramatic natural wonders.
Kings Canyon onto Alice Springs
Travel through landscapes defined by scale and silence as you make your way towards Alice Springs. Vast cattle stations and the rugged MacDonnell Ranges frame your journey into this historic Outback town. On arrival, visit the Telegraph Station, established in 1872 as one of the links connecting Adelaide and Darwin along the Overland Telegraph Line. Later, take in far-reaching views from Anzac Hill, where the surrounding ranges and desert light help explain why this region has inspired generations of artists.
Explore Alice Springs
Begin with a drive into the West MacDonnell Ranges, where rugged escarpments and ochre-red rock formations create a striking natural backdrop. At Simpsons Gap, discover a tranquil waterhole set between steep cliffs, a place of both beauty and significance. Back in Alice Springs, visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service Visitor Centre to learn how vital medical care is delivered across remote parts of the country. The rest of the day is yours to spend as you wish, whether that means relaxing at your hotel or discovering more of the town’s galleries, shops and local character.
Onwards Tennant Creek
Visit the remarkable School of the Air, where lessons are broadcast across 1.3 million square kilometres to children living in remote communities. If school is in session, you may see a class taking place. Continue north to Karlu Karlu, also known as the Devils Marbles, where giant granite boulders appear balanced across the landscape in incredible formations shaped over millions of years. Later, arrive in Tennant Creek, a town with a rich gold mining heritage and a true frontier spirit.
Discover the Land of the Never Never
Call in at Daly Waters Pub, an Outback institution known as much for its character as its hearty meals. Since the 1930s, travellers have left behind their mark here, from boots to bras, creating a collection of mementos that tells its own story. In Mataranka, step into the world of We of the Never Never with a visit to the replica Elsey Homestead, or wander palm-lined paths to warm thermal springs for a rejuvenating soak. Later, continue on to Katherine.
From Katherine to Kakadu
Cruise through Nitmiluk Gorge on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and discover a place of immense natural beauty and cultural significance. Framed by ancient sandstone cliffs, this powerful landscape has been home to the Jawoyn people for millennia. Continue into Kakadu National Park, where a second MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience takes you onto the Yellow Water Billabong. Glide through wetlands rich with life as local guides share insights into the region’s plants, wildlife and cultural importance. Keep watch for crocodiles, sea eagles, brolgas and kingfishers as you immerse yourself in the magic of the Top End.
Kakadu onto Darwin
Kakadu’s immense scale can be appreciated from the ground or, if you choose, from the air on an Optional Experience scenic flight over this extraordinary wilderness. Back on land, visit Ubirr, where ancient Aboriginal rock art offers a powerful connection to the region’s cultural heritage. Climb to the lookout for sweeping views across floodplains and escarpments before travelling on to Darwin. This evening, you may wish to soak up the tropical atmosphere at the Mindil Beach Sunset Market, where global street food and seaside sunsets create a memorable end to the day.
Darwin, All Yours to Discover
Embrace the laid-back rhythm of the Top End on your final full day in the Northern Territory. Spend the day your way, whether that means a slow morning and tropical breakfast or heading out on an Optional Experience. You might explore Litchfield National Park, home to magnetic termite mounds, waterfalls and seasonal swimming spots, or journey to the Tiwi Islands for a deeper insight into First Nations history, art and culture with local guides. This evening, gather with your fellow travellers for a memorable dinner and celebrate the experiences you have shared across Australia’s heartland.
Farewell Darwin
Your journey comes to an end in Darwin. As you head home, take with you more than photographs. Carry the memories of red desert sunsets, ancient stories, remote communities and the wild beauty of the Outback that made this journey unforgettable.
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