Adelaide to Darwin Tour
Travel from Adelaide at the bottom of South Australia to Darwin in the Top End by cutting right through the middle of Australia’s Outback on our Adelaide to Darwin Tour. View firsthand the Southern Flinders Ranges and be rewarded with the awe-inspiring sunset over Uluru. The tour will take you on a transcontinental journey to uncover many iconic highlights including Flinders Ranges, Kings Canyon, Devils Marbles and Mataranka Thermal Springs - just to name a few. Your accommodation is mostly camping underneath the stars inside a swag, with some nights sleeping in a dormitory accommodation.
Tour Details
Operates: Wednesday
Departs: 6:30am
Returns: 5:00pm
Available Fares
Important Information
Our Adelaide to Darwin tour combines our Adelaide to Alice Springs and Alice Springs to Darwin tours to offer you the best flexibility in one great value package. You select your travel dates for each tour, meaning you can spend extra time in Alice Springs or keep travelling straight to Darwin. Accommodation is included while on tour, but we leave the accommodation in Alice Springs between tours up to you.
Minimum age for travel is 8 years, but please consider whether this style of travel is suitable for your child.
This tour requires a reasonable level of fitness.
Luggage is restricted to a maximum of 7kgs per person. If you are travelling with more than 7kgs, please notify us when you book.
Adelaide to Darwin Tour Itinerary
Join us on an epic journey from the glorious city of Adelaide and uncover the pit-stops along the way to Darwin in Australia’s Top End.
This Adelaide to Darwin Overland Tour combines our 6 Days Adelaide to Alice Springs with Uluru and 3 Day Alice Springs to Darwin
Tour Highlights
- Visit the majestic Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon) and hike the magnificent Rim Walk
- Enjoy a dip in the Mataranka Thermal Springs
- Visit the historic Daly Waters Pub
- Explore the incredible rock formations of the Red Centre including Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Karlu Karlu
- Experience the magic of Uluru at sunset
- Meet baby kangaroos at Josephine’s Kangaroo Orphanage
- Spend a night sleeping underground in Coober Pedy
Day 1: Adelaide to Flinders Ranges
The first day of your Adelaide to Darwin Tour will start off travelling through the green hills of the Clare Valley wine region. Shortly after arriving in the outback region of the Flinders Ranges, enjoy a nice stroll through the Alligator Gorge. While there you will see an array of wildflowers surrounding the region. At night, settle in your swag in the very heart of the Flinders Ranges.
Accommodation: Dormitory Accommodation
Meals included: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Flinders Ranges to Coober Pedy
We kick start our morning early to uncover the Opal City of the World, Coober Pedy. You will discover the ever-changing landscapes and the abundance of wildlife such as kangaroos, emus and eagles. We’ll take you on a guided tour to the Opal Mine and Museum to learn about the significant history and culture behind this unique underground city. Next, we will take you on an eye-opening journey to meet the injured and rescued Australian kangaroos and baby joeys at Josephine’s Kangaroo Orphanage. You’ll be entertained by the stories about their unique personalities and histories. Tonight, we sleep in an underground bunkhouse – just like the locals!
Accommodation: Dormitory accommodation
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Kings Canyon
Day three is a big day, travelling along the Stuart Highway with several pit stops along the way. In the evening we arrive at the breathtaking Watarrka National Park, also known as the Kings Canyon, where we will set up for camp.
Accommodation: Swag camping
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Kings Canyon and Uluru
Start your morning with an early breakfast as we start our journey to explore Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon) and be amazed by the sandstone walls and plateau of rocky domes. The 3 – 4 hour King Canyon Rim Walk is one of Australia’s most magnificent walks, and you will be rewarded with the breathtaking scenery of the Garden of Eden and the marvellous birds-eye view of the Watarrka National Park. Following a well-deserved lunch, we make our way to Uluru. At Uluru, we’ll learn about the cultural and significant history of the local Indigenous population. In the evening, observe the sky change colours before your very eyes as the sun sets over Uluru.
Accommodation: Swag Camping
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Uluru
Wake early to embark on a 3 ½ hour walk around the base of Uluru. As we hike through the acacia woodlands and grassy clay pans, you’ll get the chance to spot some amazing wildlife. Be astounded by the geological wonders of the Rock and immerse yourself in the culture and history of the local Aborigines. Finish the day with optional activities around Uluru or simply enjoy relaxing in the campground.
Accommodation: Swag Camping
Optional activities: Camel Safaris, Helicopter Flights, Segway Tours and Skydiving at Uluru.
These upgrades are available for purchase from the driver on the morning of your tour, and cannot be pre-booked
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Kata Tjuta to Alice Springs
Our day sixth of our Adelaide to Darwin Tour will take you to experience a marvellous sunrise over Kata Tjuta. We visit Kata Tjuta to walk the Valley of the Winds with its ancient rock formation and breathtaking views. A well deserved lunch is served as we hit the road to Alice Springs.
Accommodation: Not included. Please arrange your own accommodation in Alice Springs.
Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch
Alice Springs
Depending on your travel date, you may have some free days in Alice Springs between the two tour legs. Explore the town or check out our one day tour to the West MacDonnell Ranges.
Accommodation: Not included. Please arrange your own accommodation in Alice Springs
Meals: Not included
Day 7: Alice Springs to Banka Banka Station
We start our morning bright and early to depart Alice Springs and journey along the Stuart Highway to our first stop for the day, the impressive granite boulders of Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles). Learn about the ancient Dreamtime stories of the area and take in the picturesque ancient landscape. The journey continues to the historic Banka Banka Cattle Station where we will be camping for the night.
Accommodation: Swag camping
Meals included: Lunch & Dinner
Day 8: Banka Banka Station to Katherine
After another early wake up, we enjoy a delicious breakfast before making our way to the famous Daly Waters Pub. This location is historically known as a popular stop for drovers and explorers many years ago. After an ice-cold beer, we then journey on to the Mataranka Hot Springs. Take a long soak in these thermal waters before we continue on to Katherine for our second and final night.
Accommodation: Swag camping
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9: Alice Springs to Darwin
The last day of your journey from Adelaide to Darwin, starts off early travelling north, to enjoy a relaxing swim in the Katherine Gorge at Nitmiluk National Park. Admire how the powerful Katherine river has sculpted the enormous gorge before we make tracks and arrive in Darwin to conclude this adventure-filled tour.
Meals included: Lunch & Dinner
Your Adelaide to Darwin journey doesn’t need to end here, check out our tours from Darwin to Kakadu.
What's Included?
- Meals as indicated and water*
- Accommodation (2 nights dormitory accommodation & 5 nights swag camping)
- Camping equipment
- National park and camping fees
- Travel in airconditioned vehicle
- Friendly and informative guide/driver
- All activities (unless stated as optional)
*Please include any dietary requirements in the notes when you book.
Pickup Locations
6 Day Adelaide to Alice Springs Tour with Uluru
Location |
Address |
Time |
Adelaide Central Bus Station |
91 Franklin Street, Adelaide |
06:30 AM |
Adelaide Riviera Hotel |
31 - 34 North Terrace, Adelaide |
06:55 AM |
Adelaide Travellers Inn |
220 Hutt Street, Adelaide |
06:45 AM |
Back Pack Oz |
144 Wakefield Street, Adelaide |
06:45 AM |
BreakFree Adelaide |
255 Hindley Street, Adelaide |
06:55 AM |
BreakFree Directors Studios |
259 Gouger Street, Adelaide |
06:30 AM |
Bus Stop 5 |
O'Connell Street (West Side - Opp Quality Hotel), Adelaide |
06:55 AM |
Bus Stop W2 |
Pulteney Street (West side), Adelaide |
06:45 AM |
Bus Stop Z1 |
King William Street (West side), Adelaide |
06:55 AM |
Cnr Brougham Place and O'Connell St |
Cnr Brougham Place and O'Connell St (West side), Adelaide |
06:55 AM |
Coopers Alehouse |
316 Pulteney St, Adelaide |
07:30 AM |
Grand Chancellor (Hindley) |
65 Hindley Street, Adelaide |
06:55 AM |
Grosvenor Hotel Adelaide |
125 North Terrace, Adelaide |
06:55 AM |
Hostel 109 |
109 Carrington Street, Adelaide |
06:45 AM |
Majestic Minima Hotel |
146 Melbourne Street, North Adelaide |
07:00 AM |
Majestic Roof Garden |
55 Frome Street, Adelaide |
06:45 AM |
My Place Adelaide Hostel |
257 Waymouth St, Adelaide |
06:30 AM |
Rydges South Park |
1 South Terrace, Adelaide |
06:45 AM |
Sunny's Backpackers |
139 Franklin St, Adelaide |
06:30 AM |
Tequila Sunrise |
123 Waymouth St, Adelaide |
06:30 AM |
The Terrace Hotel |
208 South Terrace, Adelaide |
06:45 AM |
Umoona Opal Mine Bunkhouse |
14 Hutchison St, Coober Pedy |
13:00 PM |
YHA Adelaide Central |
135 Waymouth Street, Adelaide |
06:30 AM |
3 Day Alice Springs to Darwin Tour
Location |
Address |
Time |
A Good Rest B and B |
51 Dixon Rd, Alice Springs |
05:45 AM |
Alice Lodge |
4 Mueller Street, Alice Springs |
06:00 AM |
Alice Motor Inn |
27 Undoolya Road, East Side |
06:00 AM |
Alice on Todd |
Cnr South Terrace and Strehlow St, The Gap |
06:10 AM |
Alice's Secret |
6 Khalick Street, Alice Springs |
06:00 AM |
Desert Palms Resort |
74 Barrett Drive, Alice Springs |
05:45 AM |
Desert Rose Inn |
15 Railway Terrace, Alice Springs |
06:00 AM |
Diplomat |
20 Gregory Terrace, Alice Springs |
06:00 AM |
Discovery Parks - NT |
25 Palm Pl Ross, Ross |
06:15 AM |
Discovery Parks - NT |
25 Palm Pl Ross, Ross |
06:15 AM |
DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs |
82 Barrett Drive, Alice Springs |
05:45 AM |
Elkira Court Motel |
65 Bath Street, Alice Springs |
06:00 AM |
G'Day Mate Caravan Park |
23 Palm Circuit, Alice Springs |
06:15 AM |
Heavitree Gap Resort |
1 Palm Circuit, Alice Springs |
06:15 AM |
Hillsview Tourist Apartment |
16 Bradshaw Dr, Gillen |
06:00 AM |
Jump Inn |
4 Traeger Ave, The Gap |
06:10 AM |
Kathys Place |
4 Cassia Ct, Alice Springs |
05:45 AM |
Mercure Resort |
34 Stott Terrace, Alice Springs |
06:00 AM |
Quest |
10 South Terrace, Alice Springs |
06:10 AM |
Stay at Alice Springs |
11 Leichardt Terrace, Alice Springs |
06:00 AM |
Stuart Caravan Park |
70 Larapinta Drive, Alice Springs |
05:45 AM |
Swagman's Rest |
67 - 69 Gap Road, The Gap |
06:10 AM |
Todd Tavern |
1/1 Todd Street, Alice Springs |
06:00 AM |
Vatu Sanctuary |
18 Knuckey Ave, Braitling |
06:10 AM |
White Gum Apartments |
17 Gap Road, The Gap |
05:45 AM |
Wintersun Caravan Park |
Nth Stuart Hwy and Head St Alice S, Alice Springs |
05:45 AM |
YHA Alice Springs |
26 Parsons St, Alice Springs |
06:00 AM |
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