Itinerary
Where to stay:
Nestled under the MacDonnell Ranges The Crowne Plaza Alice Springs is just a few minutes from Alice Springs CBD and 10 minutes from the Alice Springs Airport. Adjacent to key Alice Springs visitor attractions such as Alice Springs Convention Centre and the casino, Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters is one of the town’s largest hotel, offering guests quality, convenient accommodation.
Experience the wonder of the Red Centre at Discovery Kings Canyon Resort, halfway between Uluru and Alice Springs in Australia's Northern Territory. Just 7 kilometres from the entrance to Watarrka National Park, unforgettable outback landscapes and a variety of accommodation will make your stay with us a lifelong memory. As a sacred site of the Lurijta and Arrente peoples for more than 30,000 years, we encourage you to engage your full set of senses whenever you explore Watarrka. Walking the Kings Canyon Rim is one of Central Australia's must-do activities. Inside Discovery Kings Canyon Resort a range of facilities are there for your comfort and convenience. Enjoy the swimming pool, tennis court, BBQ, laundry room and petrol station before you continue your journey. Dining options range from all-day casual to breakfast buffets and a moonlit serenade under the stars.
In the heart of Australia's Red Centre, Sails in the Desert hotel beautifully contrasts Uluru's raw natural beauty with a decidedly premium outback holiday experience. Soaring white sails crown Ayers Rock Resort's Sails in the Desert hotel, shading the beautifully appointed rooms and suites. In a destination where one of the world's oldest cultures still thrives, the mystery, colour and wisdom of the local Anangu people is interwoven into every facet of Sails in the Desert's modern design. This hotel features an expansive gumtree lined swimming pool and a diversity of modern dining, bar and lounge options. Relax and feast in the brasserie-style Ilkari Restaurant or let time tick by as you enjoy cocktails, music and Indigenous-inspired cuisine in the Walpa Lobby Bar, or curl up on one of the daybeds and enjoy a casual lunch and cocktail by the pool.
What to do:
To really appreciate the amazing landscape over Alice Springs is to see it from above. Experience the breathtaking feeling of floating silently above the Outback in a hot air balloon as the morning light begins to illuminate the MacDonnell Ranges.
Light Towers at Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon is an immersive sound and light installation by acclaimed British artist Bruce Munro. Internationally recognised for his Field of Light at Uluru, Light-Towers is now lighting up Kings Canyon. Experience the wonder of Light-Towers when you stay at our iconic property at Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon in the heart of the Red Centre. This experience takes place in the golden glow of sunset. Enjoy canapes and drinks with a native influence before the towers transform in front of Kings Canyon.
Experience a magical evening at A Night at the Field of Lights, seamlessly combining the award-winning 'Sounds of Silence' dinner with Bruce Munro's breathtaking installation. Begin with sunset canapés and sparkling wine overlooking Uluru, accompanied by the sounds of a didgeridoo. Savor a bush tucker-inspired buffet dinner under the stars, followed by an astronomer's guide to the southern night sky. Then, immerse yourself in the 'Field of Light,' where thousands of illuminated glass spheres create a mesmerizing spectacle across the desert, offering a truly unforgettable sensory experience.
Drones, lights, music - Wintjiri Wiru is an immersive storytelling experience that brings to life a chapter of the Mala story. Experience through choreographed drones and laser projections that illuminate the sky.
Package terms
On sale until 31 August 2026. Blackout dates may apply and some inclusions may be closed over public holidays. Prices and inclusions are correct as of 1 Jan 2026 and may be subject to change due to availability, surcharges, fees or taxes without notice. Offer may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices are based on per person twin share. Please contact us on 1800 854 897 or deals@ntnow.com.au to enquire. Airfares and transfers are additional unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions and details on our refund policy, view our booking conditions. E&OE.
