11 Nov 2026
Twin share
£747pp
Escorted tour
Uluru & Kata Tjuta Express: Sunrise, Sunset & Walpa Gorge – 3 Days
Uluru at sunset and sunrise, Walpa Gorge at Kata Tjuta and the Mutitjulu Waterhole, in a group of up to 16.
3 days
From £747
Tour overview
This 3-day trip is a short, sharp introduction to Uluru and Kata Tjuta, the two great rock formations at the heart of Australia's Red Centre and one of the most spiritually significant places on the continent. Groups have up to 16 travellers aged 15 and over, with a leader throughout and a private vehicle. You stay two nights in a hotel in Yulara, the resort town beside Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park. Two breakfasts and a lunch are included, and there are options to start or finish in Alice Springs for travellers combining the trip with a wider journey through the Northern Territory.
Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 4pm at your hotel in Yulara, before you head straight out to Uluru, the vast sandstone monolith sacred to the Anangu people. From a prime viewing area you watch the rock glow red and orange as the sun sets over the desert.
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The next day you head out to Kata Tjuta, formerly known as the Olgas, a towering collection of 36 domed rock formations that rise from the desert. You walk into Walpa Gorge, where the sheer walls of Mount Olga tower above the track and a small stream supports pockets of plant life. Returning to Uluru, you visit the Uluru–Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre to learn about Anangu culture and the Tjukurpa creation stories, then walk to the Mutitjulu Waterhole, a permanent pool sheltered at the base of the rock and home to rock art.
On your final morning you rise early to watch the sunrise over Uluru, one of the best ways to see the changing colours of the rock, before setting out on a walk along its base to see its caves, waterholes and textures up close. You then return to Yulara, where the trip ends, with onward transfers for those flying out or continuing to Alice Springs.
The physical rating is low, with gentle walks on flat paths and early starts. This trip suits travellers short on time who want to experience Uluru and Kata Tjuta with a knowledgeable leader and a small group. Pack a hat, sunscreen and a fly net.
Trip highlights
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Sunset at Uluru (Day 1)
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Walpa Gorge at Kata Tjuta (Day 2)
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The Uluru–Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre (Day 2)
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The Mutitjulu Waterhole (Day 2)
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Sunrise over Uluru (Day 3)
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A walk around Uluru's base (Day 3)
Your route
3 stops from Yulara to Kata Tjuta
- Yulara Days 1–3
- Uluru Day 1
- Kata Tjuta Day 2
Why choose this tour
Uluru at sunset and sunrise in just three days. A small group and a leader who shares Anangu culture.
Best suited to
- Travellers short on time
- First-time visitors to the Outback
- Solo travellers looking for a small group
- Culture and landscape lovers
Day-by-day itinerary
3 days from Yulara, Australia to Yulara, Australia
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Day 1 · Yulara, Uluru Uluru sunset
A 4pm welcome meeting and sunset at Uluru.
- Hotel
- Hotel
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Day 2 · Kata Tjuta, Walpa Gorge, Mutitjulu Waterhole Kata Tjuta
A gorge walk and the Cultural Centre.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 3 · Uluru, Yulara Uluru sunrise
Sunrise and a base walk.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Yulara (2 nights) Hotel
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 2 nights in a hotel in Yulara
- Meals 2 breakfasts and 1 lunch
- Private vehicle
- Uluru sunset and sunrise
- Walpa Gorge walk at Kata Tjuta
- Cultural Centre and Mutitjulu Waterhole
- Uluru base walk
- Leader throughout
Not included
- Flights
- National park pass where not stated
- Meals not included 2 dinners
- Tips, travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You want to visit Kings Canyon
- You dislike early starts
- You want many meals included
- You want flights included — they are not
Good to know
Meals by day
Breakfast: Days 2–3 · Lunch: Day 2 · Dinner: none included
FCDO advice
UK FCDO travel advice for Australia
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Departures & prices
From £747 per person, twin share, tour only. 1 upcoming departure.
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
Where does the trip start?
In Yulara with a welcome meeting at 4pm. Options to start or finish in Alice Springs are available.
How much walking is there?
Gentle walks on mostly flat paths, including Walpa Gorge and the Uluru base walk.
Can I climb Uluru?
No, climbing Uluru is no longer permitted, out of respect for the Anangu people.
Do I need a visa?
UK visitors need an electronic travel authority for Australia.
What is the minimum age?
The minimum age is 15.
How many people travel together?
Up to 16 travellers, with a leader.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
4.7 on Trustpilot
Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary