Historical Alice Tour | Alice Spring Departure
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
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[Start & End in Alice Springs] Historical Alice Tour
What's included in Historical Alice Tour | Alice Spring Departure
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
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.
— 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.
Inclusions
- Experienced, Friendly Guide
- Accommodation pick-up & drop-off
- Afternoon Tea
- Air-conditioned transport
- Attraction Entry Fees
- Personal expenses
- Insurance
- Other expenses not mentioned above
- 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
Meet
Venues
- Stay At Alice Springs Formerly AuroraAt00:00View on Map
- MecureAt00:00View on Map
- Gapview HotelAt00:00View on Map
Meeting / End Points
- Palm Valley
Policies
Purchase Summary
- Kindly refer to your voucher for final confirmation of pick-up location/time
- All travellers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who will be responsible for their care
- Upon booking with Over The Planet, customer agrees to the T&C outlines here
— What To Bring —
- Proof of booking (can include the e-version delivered to your email)
- Water bottle (at least 1 litre)
- Strong, non-slip walking shoes
- Hat (wide-brimmed is best)
- Flynet
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Camera
- Casual and comfortable clothing (cool, light clothing is best in summer and warm clothing for winter)
- Travel pillow (we will be driving after nightfall)
