Historical Alice Tour
- 4h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Immerse yourself into the history of Mparntwe (pronounced m’barn-twa), the Arrernte name of Alice Springs. Learn how it came to be the central hub of the Australian outback by visiting the historical sites that played a big part in the evolution of a town originally called Stuart and its progression to what Alice Springs is today. Led by an experienced local tour guide who will share history and interesting information about the town as you move between the key attractions including the School of Air, Royal Flying Doctors Tourist Facility, Telegraph Station and Anzac Hill Lookout.
Inclusions
What's included
- Experienced, friendly guide
- All entry fees are included
- Accommodation pick-up and drop-off
- Afternoon Tea Provided
- Air-conditioned transport
Itinerary
Provides education to primary school children living on remote properties throughout the Northern Territory.
The first European settlement in Alice Springs (originally Stuart). Learn how it relayed messages between Darwin and Adelaide for 150 years.
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.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- Emu Run Experience
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Alice Springs
- Its from-price is 48% below the median of the 50 experiences we list in Alice Springs.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 22 of 50.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Alice Springs
Alice Springs is a small desert town in Australia's Red Centre, set among the red ridges of the MacDonnell Ranges beside the usually dry Todd River.
Alice Springs grew from a telegraph station built in 1872 beside a waterhole on the Todd River, which is usually a wide bed of dry sand. The town, called Mparntwe by the Arrernte people, lies in a gap in the MacDonnell Ranges, and Anzac Hill gives a view over its grid of streets. Aboriginal art galleries, the Desert Park and the restored Telegraph Station are among the main sights.
Top-ranked sights in Alice Springs: Standley Chasm (Angkerle Atwatye), MacDonnell Ranges, Simpsons Gap.
