Alice Springs Half Day Tour (*498)

Alice Springs Tours » Alice Springs Half Day Tour (*498)

Type: Tours and Attractions - 1/2 Day Afternoon or Evening tours

En Route

This afternoon you’ll learn how the town of Alice Springs has evolved into the central hub of the Australian outback. Your Driver Guide will provide details along the way as you visit historical sites and some of the essential services delivered from Alice to the community of this vast region.

Alice Springs

Established by the early explorers, Alice Springs began as a repeater station along the Overland Telegraph Line. Overflowing with history and heritage, Australia’s most famous outback town is now the central headquarters to a range of services and a thriving tourism industry. The traditional custodians, the Arrernte people, refer to Alice as ‘Mpwante’ and a wander through the centre of the town will introduce you to their traditions and stories.

School of the Air

Established in 1951, the Alice Springs School of the Air provides education to primary aged school children living on remote properties throughout the Northern Territory. You’ll learn how this essential service is delivered via satellite across more than one million square kilometres.

Historic Telegraph Station

Built in 1872 to relay messages between Darwin and Adelaide, the Telegraph Station is the site of the first European settlement in Alice Springs. After 60 years of operation, the premises then served as a school for the local Aboriginal children. Now a historical reserve, featuring the original stone buildings and furnishings from the early 1900s, the Telegraph Station is a must to visit and learn more of the history of the Alice.

Royal Flying Doctor Service

Now you’ll visit the home and headquarters of the highly respected Royal Flying Doctor Service. Delivering medical services to people who live, work and travel in remote and rural Australia, the RFDS is a critical resource for this community. Learn of its remarkable history through stories, images and their wonderful interactive museum.

Alice Springs Reptile Centre

Home to the largest reptile display in Central Australia, the Alice Springs Reptile Centre will introduce you to Terry the saltwater crocodile and let you get very close to enormous goannas and frill-neck lizards. The Gecko Cave features a large collection of gecko species from all over the Northern Territory. You’ll have lots of fun here, particularly during the afternoon show and if you’re game, try the supervised handling session.

Anzac Hill

Last stop – Anzac Hill. Originally dedicated to the many men and women who lost their lives during WWI, it now honours all those who have served in wars that Australia has played a role.

Departs: Daily 2.00pm from Alice Springs. Pick ups from most Alice Springs accommodation is included.

Returns: 6.00pm approx. to Alice Springs.

How to book: Payment in full is required at time of booking. You can book online via the rates table below or call + 61 7 4044 9792 from overseas or 1800 681 685 from within Australia. (8am - 6pm, 7 days a week)

Features & Inclusions

Alice Springs Telegraph Station.
Alice Springs Reptile Centre.
Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Anzac Hill
School of the Air
Entry Fees
Return transfers from Alice Springs accommodation

Rates and Tariffs

2015-16 Season

1^st Apr 2015 to 31^st Mar 2016

Tour Code: A3

$99.00 adult
$50.00 per child

* Booking terms and conditions may apply, please details below.

Booking Information

Departs: Daily 2.00pm from Alice Springs. Pick ups from most Alice Springs accommodation is included.

Returns: 6.00pm approx. to Alice Springs.

How to book: Payment in full is required at time of booking. You can book online via the rates table above or call + 61 7 4044 9792 from overseas or 1800 681 685 from within Australia. (8am - 6pm, 7 days a week)

Children Rates: 2 -15yrs old.

Booking Policy

A $36 per person admin fee applies to any cancellations/ refunds.
Less than 6 days but over 24 hrs notice given = 50% cancellation fee.
Within 24 hours or no notice given = 100% cancellation charge.

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