Alice Springs – 4 day itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Alice Springs

Arrive in Alice Springs. If you have a rental car, check out the Alice Springs Desert Park to learn about the unique native animals and plants of Central Australia.

In the afternoon, check into your accommodation. Options include:

For dinner tonight, head to Hanuman located in the Double Tree Hilton, just a few minutes’ walk from the Crowne Plaza.

Day 2: Alice Springs 

Wake early and join the Outback Ballooning Sunrise flight – it is worth the early start! Enjoy a beautiful sunrise and once you have landed safely, help pack up the balloon, before enjoying a glass of bubbles and a light breakfast.

After returning to the hotel, enjoy a rest and lunch before exploring Alice Springs on a historical tour with Emu Run Experience or AAT Kings. The half day tour will give you a great overview of Alice Springs. 

Tonight, head to Earth Sanctuary for Dinner and Stars which includes a fascinating astronomy experience after dinner.

Day 3: West MacDonnell Ranges

Join a guided tour to the West MacDonnell Ranges to experience the best of this region.  A significant area for the local Arrernte people, visitors can learn about the Aboriginal history, swim in the multiple swimming holes, enjoy one of the many short walks and spot rare wildlife.  The area is definitely worth a visit.

Full day tours are on offer with Autopia Tours and Emu Run Experience and a half day tour is available with AAT Kings.  

Enjoy your last night in the Red Centre before your departure tomorrow.

Day 4: Depart Alice Springs

Check out of your accommodation and return your rental car before departing Alice Springs today.