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Day 6
Activity Note: Direct flights to Alice Springs are not always available—when this is the case, we will begin our transfer earlier and depart for the airport around 5am. As we journey into the Australian Outback, be prepared for extreme temperatures, which can exceed 100°F during the day and drop dramatically at night, sometimes reaching as low as 40°F. Breakfast: At the hotel. Morning: Around 7:45am, we'll board our coach for the 30-minute transfer to the airport where we'll catch a nearly 3-hour flight to Alice Springs, located in the Outback. As we fly over Australia's "red centre," we'll see a sprinkling of remote towns, and an arid expanse of red dirt and desert flora from above. During our time in the Outback, our local Trip Experience Leader will provide their expertise on the region to help us see how the geography and culture differ from that of Australia's big cities. We arrive around noon and then begin our transfer to Telegraph Hill. Lunch: We’ll enjoy an included lunch around 12:15pm at Telegraph Station, which offers a selection of sandwiches, coffee, desserts, and other café staples that are made daily on-site. Afternoon: Afterwards, we set off on a tour of the Telegraph Station. Our tour will begin around 1pm and last about 30 minutes. The station marks the European settlement of Alice Springs at the inception of the Overland Telegraph Line, which was established in 1872 to relay messages between Adelaide and Darwin, its neighboring town. Following our tour, we depart for our hotel. Along the way, we will stop at the Todd Mall shopping district for the opportunity to stop and buy any last-minute provisions for our overnight stay in the Outback. At about 3:30pm, we’ll check in to our hotel where you will have some time to relax for a little over an hour. Typically, each of the air-conditioned rooms has a balcony, refrigerator, minibar, and private bath. Amenities may include a 24-hour fitness center, pool, sauna, tennis court, and three on-site eateries. Dinner: On your own—you may try one of the hotel’s restaurants or venture into the town center for a local dining experience. Ask your Trip Experience Leader for suggestions. Evening: You’ll continue enjoying your free time into the evening. Perhaps you’ll take a dip in the hotel pool or enjoy a drink with your small group. |
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Fly to Alice Springs
Meals
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