About The Tour
Travel from the Top End of Australia right down to the bottom, through the spectacular Red Centre and arriving in the magnificent city of Adelaide on our Darwin to Adelaide Tour. On the way you will take in iconic landmarks, stunning scenery and breathtaking sunsets!
We leave from Darwin and travel through the Red Centre, visiting Mataranka Hot Springs to enjoy a dip in the sandy-bottomed thermal pool on our way to Alice Springs. Visit unique rock formations including the granite boulders of the Devils Marbles, Kata-Tjuta and of course the famous Uluru, before crossing the border to South Australia. Making our way through South Australia we’ll visit Flinders Ranges and Eyre Peninsular before arriving in the vibrant city of Adelaide. Accommodation for our Darwin to Adelaide Overland is mostly camping under the star-studded desert sky in swags and with dormitory accommodation in Daly Waters and Coober Pedy.
Tour Details
Our Darwin to Adelaide Overland tour will offer you the best flexibility for your next adventure. Our Darwin to Adelaide tour is split into bite-sized journeys, so you can enjoy spending little or more time in Alice Springs on the way. This means you can relax an extra couple of days, explore new destinations or just head straight onto your next journey to Adelaide. Just select the dates of each journey when making the booking. Your accommodation is included on each part of the tour, however we leave the accommodation in between the tours completely up to you!
Darwin to Alice Springs Tour Details
Operates: Wednesdays (May – August)
Departs Darwin: 6:00am
Arrives Alice Springs: 6:00pm
Alice Springs to Adelaide Tour Details
Operates: Wednesday & Sunday (April- November) & Wednesday, Friday & Sunday (December- March)
Departs Alice Springs: 6:30am
Arrives Adelaide: 6:30pm
Additional Information
This this package is only suitable for those 18 – 60 year old. We do not recommend this tour for travelers over 60 years, however contact us if you consider yourself young at heart and still wish to join the tour.
Some hikes involve steep climbs in extreme heat during summer. A reasonable level of fitness is therefore required for this tour.
Sleeping bags can be hired for $50 (paid in cash on the morning of the tour before departure).
Accommodation Upgrades
Double/Twin – $800 per room (minimum of 2 passengers)
Single – $695
Night 1 & 2: Dome tent, single swag and sleeping bag
Night 3: Safari tent and linen
Night 4: Private room with en-suite bathroom
Night 5: Cabin with en-suite bathroom
Please note: accommodation upgrades must be booked and paid for at the time of booking. Please contact us to check availability.
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes, 1 litre water bottle, insect repellent, sunscreen, weather appropriate clothing (including a rain jacket and a long sleeved cotton shirt), swimmers, towel hat and sleeping bag.
Itinerary
Jump aboard our Darwin to Adelaide Overland Tour to explore Australia’s stunning central region. Discover prominent landmarks including Karlu Karlu, Uluru, Mataranka Thermal Springs, Coober Pedy and the magnificent Flinders Ranges.
The Darwin to Adelaide tour includes our 2 Day Darwin to Alice Springs Tour and 6 Day Alice Springs to Adelaide with Uluru, giving you the best package to experience Australia’s rugged outback!
Tour Highlights
- Guided tour of the Opal Mine and Museum
- Learn about the local Aboriginal history and culture
- Explore Canyon Rim Walk
- Kata Tjuta Aboriginal Cultural Centre
- Experience the magic of Uluru at sunset
- Visits to Josephine’s Orphanage
Day 1: Darwin to Daly Waters
We kick start our Darwin to Adelaide tour by heading down the Stuart Highway, cutting through the middle of the Red Centre. We stop off to enjoy the warm waters of Mataranka Hot Springs and cascading waters of Edith Falls, before continuing our journey to Daly Waters. Here you can enjoy a classic Aussie pub meal before settling in your accommodation.
Accommodation: Dormitory accommodation
Meals included: Dinner
Day 2: Daly Waters to Alice Springs
Starting our morning we begin the journey towards Alice Springs, we will stop by to discover the iconic Karlu Karlu also known as the Devils Marbles. The gigantic granite boulders are a site of unforgettable natural beauty! Shortly after, we will be arriving in Alice Springs.
Accommodation: Not included. Please arrange your own accommodation in Alice Springs
Meals: Not included
Day 3: Alice Springs to Uluru
Departing Alice Springs, we take you on a journey to the rugged Australian Outback and Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock. Have your camera’s ready to snap pictures at the breathtaking sights of Uluru! A visit to the Uluru Kata Tjuta Aboriginal Cultural Centre will fill you in on the fascinating history of the region’s indigenous heritage, before we take a relaxing stroll around the base of. To end your day, view the breathtaking sunset overlookin Uluru before nestling inside your swag under the stars.
Accommodation: Swag camping
Meals included: Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Uluru
Day 4 we start our morning early with breakfast before our journey to Kata Tjuta, also known as the Olgas, to witness the awe-inspiring sunrise. Nothing will prepare you for the views you will see of the incredible formation of Kata Tjuta, and its rugged and wild landscapes. To end our day, we’ll head to the campground at Kings Canyon!
Accommodation: Swag camping
Optional activities: Helicopter flights, Segway tour, camel safari and skydiving in Uluru.
Please note the above tours will need to be booked on the day and cannot be pre-booked.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Uluru and Kings Canyon
After an early breakfast, we journey to Watarrka National Park, also known as Kings Canyon. Be sure to have your cameras ready to capture the astonishing views and soaring sandstone walls of Kings Canyon. The Canyon Rim Walk takes 3-4 hours to explore the spectacular Garden of Eden and witness the vast sandstone landscapes with many of its surreal gorges that are unlike anywhere else in the country. Learn about the significant history as you stroll through the rising sandstones.
Accommodation: Swag camping
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Kings Canyon to Coober Pedy
We start bright and early to journey to the Opal Capital of the World, Coober Pedy and breathe in the incredible vast changing landscape of this region. Get the opportunity to explore the Opal Mine and Museum where you can learn about the fascinating history of this unique town. We visit Josephine’s Kangaroo Orphanage, to meet some of the rescued kangaroos and baby joeys or maybe even buy a piece of Aboriginal art or didgeridoo to take home with you. To end the day, we experience how the locals sleep and curl up inside our underground bunkhouse!
Accommodation: Dormitory accommodation
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Flinders Ranges
Getting up bright and early we venture further south into the rugged and rocky gorges of the Flinders Ranges. On the way, we’ll get the opportunity to view the salt water lakes in Pimba before arriving in Wilmington to settle inside our swags amongst the red gum trees.
Accommodation: Swag camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8: Flinders Ranges to Adelaide
Before your Darwin to Adelaide Tour ends, we go for a stroll to see the magnificent Alligator Gorge, which is overflowing with wild flowers and array of unique wildlife. If you’re lucky enough, you might even get a chance to get a close encounter some wild wallabies or kangaroos. Before traveling along the last leg to Adelaide, we enjoy our last lunch together as a group.
Your journey to Adelaide, doesn’t have to end here though! You can check out our amazing day tours from Adelaide to see the spectacular Kangaroo Island and lush vineyards of the Barossa Valley.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Pickup Locations
Darwin to Alice Springs Pickup List
| Location |
Address |
Time |
| Banyan View Lodge |
119 Mitchell Street, Darwin |
6:00am |
| Chilli’s Backpackers |
69 Mitchell Street, Darwin |
6:00am |
| Dingo Moon Lodge |
88 Mitchell, Darwin |
6:00am |
| Elke’s Backpackers Resort |
112 Mitchell Street, Darwin |
6:00am |
| Gecko Lodge |
Mitchell Street, Darwin |
6:00am |
| Poinciana Inn |
Mitchell Street, Darwin |
6:00am |
| Value Inn |
50 Mitchell Street, Darwin |
6:00am |
| YHA Darwin-Melaleuca on Mitchell |
52 Mitchell Street, Darwin |
6:00am |
| Youth Shack |
69 Mitchell Street, Darwin |
6:00am |
Alice Springs to Adelaide Pickup List
| Location |
Address |
Time |
| Alice’s Secret |
6 Khalick Street, Alice Springs |
5:45am |
| Alice in Territory |
46 Stephens Rd, Alice Springs |
6:00am |
| Alice Lodge Backpackers |
4 Mueller Street, Alice Springs |
5:45am |
| Alice Motor Inn |
25-27 Undoolya Road, East Side |
5:45am |
| Alice on Todd Apartment |
Cnr South Terrace and Strehlow Street, The Gap |
6:00am |
| Alice Springs Tourist Park |
70 Larapinta Drive, Araluen |
5:30am |
| Aurora Hotel |
11 Leichhardt Terrace, Alice Springs |
5:45am |
| Ayers Rock Camping Ground |
173 Yulara Drive, Yulara |
11:30pm |
| Best Western Elkira |
65 Bath Street, Alice Springs |
5:30am |
| Big 4 Caravan Park Alice Springs |
Palm Pl, Ross NT |
6:00am |
| Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters |
93 Barrett Drive, Alice Springs |
6:00am |
| Desert Palms |
74 Barrett Drive, Alice Springs |
6:00am |
| Desert Rose Inn |
15 Railway Terrace, Alice Springs |
5:30am |
| Diplomat Motel |
20 Gregory Terrace, Alice Springs |
5:30am |
| DoubleTree by the Hilton |
82 Barrett Drive, Alice Springs |
6:00am |
| Elkira Court Motel |
65 Bath Street, Alice Springs |
5:30am |
| Gapview Hotel |
123 Gap Road, Alice Springs |
6:00am |
| Haven Backpackers Resort |
3 Larapinta Drive, Alice Springs |
5:30am |
| Heavitree Gap Resort |
1 Palm Circuit, Alice Springs |
6:00am |
| Ibis styles |
10 Gap Road, Alice Springs |
6:00am |
| Jump Inn Hostel |
4 Traeger Avenue, The Gap |
6:00am |
| Kathys Place |
4 Cassia Ct, Alice Springs |
5:45am |
| Mercure Resort |
34 Scott Terrace, Alice Springs |
5:45am |
| White Gum Motel |
17 Gap Road, Alice Springs |
6:00am |
| Wilmots on Dixon |
111 Dixon Road, Alice Springs |
5:15am |
| YHA Alice Springs |
26 Parsons Street, Alice Springs |
5:45am |
