Alice Springs Highlights Half Day Tour

🌄 Alice Springs Highlights Half-Day Tour — A Journey into the Outback’s Soul

Uncover the essence of Australia’s Red Centre on this immersive half-day tour through Alice Springs. Perfect for curious travelers and culture seekers, this experience blends history, wildlife, and sweeping landscapes into one unforgettable afternoon.

🗺️ What You’ll Explore

• Overland Telegraph Station Step into the past at this historic site that once connected Australia to the world. Learn how it shaped communication and settlement in the Outback.
• Royal Flying Doctor Service Discover how this vital medical service reaches remote communities across vast desert landscapes. The visitor center offers interactive exhibits and inspiring stories.
• School of the Air Witness how education thrives in isolation. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how lessons are delivered to children living hundreds of kilometers apart.
• Alice Springs Reptile Park Meet the desert’s most formidable residents—from slithering snakes to sun-loving lizards. A hands-on encounter that’s both thrilling and educational.
• Anzac Hill Lookout End your tour with panoramic views of Alice Springs and the majestic West MacDonnell Ranges. It’s also a touching tribute to ANZAC soldiers.

What’s Included

• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Experienced Driver Guide
• Comprehensive commentary
• Travel in an air-conditioned coach
• Entry to the Telegraph Station, site of the first European settlement in Alice Springs
• Entry at Alice Springs Reptile Centre, home to the largest reptile display in Central Australia
• Entry to School of the Air, the world’s largest classroom (Mon-Fri only)

Departure and Pickup

• Pickup from Alice Spring Motels

Hotel pick-ups commence prior to the tour start time. You will be collected from the hotel you have selected in the drop down list during the booking process. Your hotel pick-up time will be displayed on your voucher. If you wish to change your pick-up location from the one selected, please call AAT Kings at least 24 hrs prior to travel. IMPORTANT NOTE FOR THE DESERT PARK OPTION If you’ve chosen to include the Alice Spring Desert Park Option, you will have the morning free to visit the park at your leisure. Pick up will start from 7.05am depending on your hotel. 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.

Additional Info

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Infants must sit on laps

• Most travelers can participate
• 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
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

By AAT King Travel

Cancellation Policy

• You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.