Historical Alice Tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Emu Run Experience

Ages: Children (3–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Experienced, friendly guide
Included: Entrance fees: All entry fees are included
Included: Accommodation pick-up and drop-off
Included: Tea and coffee: Afternoon Tea Provided
Included: Air-conditioned transport

Itinerary

Alice Springs School Of The Air Visitor Centre

1 h 10 min Admission included

Provides education to primary school children living on remote properties throughout the Northern Territory.
Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve

1 h 10 min Admission included

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 Museum

1 h 10 min Admission included

Delivers medical services and emergency evacuation flights to those who live and work in remote rural Australia.
Anzac Hill

one hour

Anzac Hill - an amazing view of Alice Springs with the Spectacular backdrop of the MacDonnell Ranges.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

greet Hotel Alice Springs
Elkira Court Motel
Red Rock Hostel
Mantra Alice Springs
Wintersun Caravan Park
The Desert Rose Inn
A Good Rest B&B
Alice On Todd Apartments
Jump Inn Alice Budget Accommodation
Quest Alice Springs
Alice Lodge
Alice's Secret Travellers Inn

and 9 more pickup points

Please call to confirm pickup time prior to tour date. Kindly allow 15 mins for the bus to

arrive.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.