Situated close to the very centre of the vast Australian continent, Alice Springs is the country's best known 'Outback' town. Originally settled as a post along the Overland Telegraph route, Alice Springs today is a lively town full of things to see and places to go. On your informative town tour, you'll find the locals to be relaxed and friendly, and always keen for a chat.
Visit the base of the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the School of the Air, two uniquely Australian organizations that provide medical care and education respectively to people in remote areas of central Australia. Enjoy panoramic views of the town and the rugged West MacDonnell Ranges from Anzac Hill. See the old Telegraph Station. Be transferred back to your hotel.
Schedule details
School of the Air, Alice Springs
Departure Dates:
Daily
Unavailable Dates:
- December 25 (Christmas Day)
- December 26 (Boxing Day)
- January 01 (New Years Day)
- March 21, 2008 (Good Friday)
Departure Point:
Tour departs from Alice Springs hotels.Departure Time:
- 2:00pm, hotel pick-ups start at 1:10pm
Return Details:
Tour concludes in Alice Springs at approximately 5:30pmHotel Pickup:
Hotel pick up is available from all centrally located Alice Springs hotels (below). Please advise your full hotel name and address at time of booking. If you are not staying at one of the hotels listed - the tour operator will advise the most convenient pick up location upon reconfirming your booking 24 hours prior to travel. Contact details provided on confirmation voucher.
Aurora Red Centre Resort, Mt Nancy Motel, Wintersun Van Park, Alice Motor Inn, Desert Rose Inn, Ossies Homestead, Annies Place, Aurora Alice Springs, Elkira Motel, Melanka Lodge, Mercure Inn Diplomat, Alice Springs Resort, Elkes Backpackers, Alice Springs Airport Motel, Mercure Inn Oasis, Toddys Resort, Lassiters Hotel Casino, Novotel Outback, Crowne Plaza, Desert Palms and McDonnell Range Tourist Park.
Pricing information
- Prices are listed as a guide only. For an exact price quote, select a date.
- Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge, providing they do not utilize a coach seat. If a seat is required the Child price will apply.
- Child prices are applicable for children aged 3 - 14 years inclusive
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- Currency is set to AUD.
- Our pricing is updated constantly to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.
Additional information
Explore the desert town of Alice Springs, Northern Territory
Inclusions:
- Commentary by driver
- Entrance fees
- Touring by luxury, air-conditioned coach
- Visit Australia's Royal Flying Doctor Service Base, School of The Air, Old Telegraph Station and Anzac Hill
- Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Exclusions:
- Meals and beverages
- Items of a personal nature
Additional information
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking.
- Tour operated in conjunction with Tailor-made Tours
- Vehicle used is 21 seated coach
- The School of the Air in Alice Springs is only open Monday to Friday (excluding Public Holidays)
- Please advise the name of your hotel in the 'Hotel Pick-up' box at time of booking
Wheelchair Accessibility:
All passengers with limited mobility will require a companion to assist with boarding and alighting from the touring vehicle, pushing a collapsible wheelchair and all other assistance required. The driver is not permitted to lift or push wheelchairs due to health and safety regulations.
Booking Details:
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking.
Local Operator Information:
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
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