[Small Group] Historical Alice Tour | Alice Spring Departure

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Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Uluru
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Duration

4 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

About this tour

See Some of Our Nation’s Most Memorable Landscapes

  • Visit the renowned School of the Air, educating remote area children
  • Explore the historic Telegraph Station, Alice Springs’ first European settlement
  • Learn about the life-saving services of the Royal Flying Doctor Service
  • Enjoy stunning panoramic views from Anzac Hill
  • A maximum of 21 people on each tour. You will travel in a comfortable, purpose-built, air-conditioned bus

— What You Can Expect —

Immerse yourself in the rich history of Mparntwe, the Arrernte name for Alice Springs, with the Historical Alice Tour. 

This insightful journey uncovers how Alice Springs evolved from its humble beginnings as the settlement of Stuart to the central hub of the Australian outback. The tour visits key historical sites that played pivotal roles in shaping the town’s development. Explore the School of the Air, which continues to provide education to children living in remote areas of the Northern Territory, and visit the iconic Telegraph Station, the first European settlement in the region, which served as a critical communication link for 150 years. You’ll also stop at the Royal Flying Doctor Service to learn about its essential medical services to outback communities and end the tour with breathtaking views from Anzac Hill, where the vast expanse of Alice Springs and the stunning MacDonnell Ranges unfold before you.

This tour is perfect for visitors of all ages, providing a safe and easy-paced way to explore Alice Springs’ cultural and historical heritage.

Included/Excluded

  • Experienced, Friendly Guide
  • Accommodation pick-up & drop-off
  • Afternoon Tea
  • Air-conditioned transport
  • Attraction Entry Fees
  • Personal expenses
  • Insurance
  • Other expenses not mentioned above

Itinerary

<span class='tour-time'><strong>1 Day</strong></span>

  • School of the Air – Provides education to primary school children living on remote properties throughout the Northern Territory.

  Telegraph Station – The first European settlement in Alice Springs(originally Stuart). Learn how it relayed messages between Darwin and Adelaide for 150 years.

  Royal Flying Doctor Service – Delivers medical services and emergency evacuation flights to those who live and work in remote rural Australia

  Anzac Hill – An amazing view of Alice Springs with the Spectacular backdrop of the MacDonnell Ranges.

Durations

4 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

Languages

English

Cities

Alice Springs
Northern Territory
Uluru

Countries

Australia

Categories

Half-Day & Full-Day Tours

Product Category Codes

Day Trip

Frequently asked questions

The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration

Please present the e-voucher on-site

  • Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
  • Emu Run Experience reserves the right to cancel a Tour, Transfer or Private Charter at any time before departure and may cancel a trip due to terrorism, natural disasters, weather concerns, political instability, pandemic/epidemic or other external events it is not viable to operate the Tour, Transfer or Private Charter in discretion
  • In circumstances where the cancellation is due to external events outside reasonable control, refunds will be less any unrecoverable costs already incurred for the customer
  • Emu Run Experience is not responsible for any incidental expenses incurred as a result of cancellation of a Tour
  • A Tour, Transfer or Private Charter will not proceed unless the minimum number of quests required by Emu Run Experience is confirmed. Customers will be notified as soon as possible or at least 24 hours prior to the tour
  • Smoking is not permitted on the vehicle or throughout the Tour/Transfer/Private Charter at any location where smoking is prohibited
  • Anti-social behaviour and intoxication creating disturbance to other guests or the Emu Run Experience driver/guide will not be tolerated and the Customer may be evicted at the discretion of the driver/guide
  • If guest choose to leave the Tour/Transfer/Private Charter at any time before arriving at the final drop off point, guest must inform the Emu Run Experience driver/guide before departing. Transport and other costs from an early departure are at a cost to guest, not Emu Run Experience
  • No changes can be made to the itinerary once the Tour, Transfer or Private Charter has departed
  • Emu Run Experience reserves the right to change the departure point or time, up until 24 hours before the departure time. Emu Run Experience will notify guest via email of the changes and specify the new location and time to meet

Tour's Location

Finke Gorge National Park, Palm Valley, Namatjira NT 0872, Australia

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