Why choose this tour ?
Learn how the town of Alice Springs has evolved into the central hub of the Australian outback. Visit historical sites and some of the essential services delivered from Alice to the community of this vast region. The traditional custodians of the land are the Arrernte people, who refer to Alice as ‘Mpwante’. Visit Alice Springs Reptile Centre, home to the largest reptile display in Central Australia, where you'll have lots of fun, particularly during the show.
Make the most of your adventure
What makes Alice Springs Highlights Tour a unique experience ?
Hear from your Driver Guide how Alice Springs began as a radio repeater station along the Overland Telegraph Line • Call into the School of the Air, which provides education to primary school aged children living on remote properties in the Northern Territory
Explore the Telegraph Station, site of the first European settlement in Alice Springs, and learn how it relayed messages between Darwin and Adelaide for 60 years
Visit the headquarters of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, which delivers medical services to those who live and work in remote rural Australia.
At the Alice Springs Reptile Centre, encounter goannas, frill-neck lizards, and meet Terry the saltwater crocodile!
• Top off your afternoon with a panoramic view over Alice and the surrounding West MacDonnell Ranges, from the top of Anzac Hill
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: School of the Air is only open Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)
- What to Bring: Flynet in summer months (optional), warm layers in cooler months, enclosed walking shoes
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Alice Springs Highlights Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Entry at Alice Springs Reptile Centre, home to the largest reptile display in Central Australia
- Experienced Driver Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Entry to School of the Air, the world's largest classroom (Mon-Fri only)
- Entry to the Telegraph Station, site of the first European settlement in Alice Springs
- Travel in an air-conditioned coach
- Comprehensive commentary
Not Included
- Food and drinks
Trending Nearby Tours Likely To Sell Out
Special Instructions:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION * Please contact AAT Kings under 1300 228 546 for any questions and advise specific dietary requirements at the time of booking. * AAT Kings will send you a confirmation via email shortly after the booking. If you have provided your mobile phone number you will also receive a text message approx. 72hrs before your tour confirming your pick up location and time. DESERT PARK OPTION ONLY Hotel Pick ups are starting from 7.05am. You will explore the park in your own time at leisure. The return transfer to your hotel will leave the Desert Park at 12:00pm. You should then have time to for lunch at your own expense, before you are picked up from your hotel for the ‘A Town like Alice’ Tour. HOTEL PICK-UP TIMES 'A TOWN LIKE ALICE TOUR' A Good Rest B&B - Pick-up at Wintersun 13:45am Alice Motor Inn - Front of Hotel 13:35am Alice on Todd Apartments - Front of Hotel 13:20am Alice Springs Railway Station 14:15am Alice Springs Tourist Park (Stuart Caravan Park) - Front of Hotel 13:05am Alice Springs Hotel 13:30am Aurora Alice Springs - Front of Hotel 13:30am Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters - Front of Hotel 13:15am Desert Palms Alice Springs - Front of Hotel 13:15am Diplomat Motel - Front of Hotel 13:30am DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs - Front of Hotel 13:15am Elkira Court Motel - Front of Hotel 13:20am G'Day Mate Tourist Park - Pick-up at Alice Springs Brewing Co 13:10am Heritage Caravan Park - Pick-up at Alice Springs Brewing Co 13:10am Jump Inn - Pick-up at Erika Court Motel 13:20am MacDonnell Ranges Holiday Park BIG4 - Pick-up at Alice Springs Brewing Co 13:10am Mercure Alice Springs Resort - Front of Hotel 13:25am Quest Alice Springs - Front of Hotel 13:20am Swagmans Rest Apartments - Pick-up at Alice on Todd 13:20am Todd Tavern - Front of Hotel 13:30am Vatu Sanctuary - Pick-up at Wintersun 13:45am Wilmots on Dixon - Pick-up at Wintersun 13:45am Wintersun Caravan and Tourist Park - Front of Hotel 13:45am
Please be advised..
- This Tour is Provided by AAT Kings.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Australia/Darwin.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.6 Stars based on 116 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Add to wishlist.
Give this as a gift: Give the ones you love unforgettable travel experiences and make memories to last a lifetime.
Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time).
