Art galleries
Galleries such as Mbantua, Papunya Tula and Gallery Gondwana regularly feature exhibitions from prominent and emerging Central Australian artists. Also check out the art and craft at Ngurratjuta Iltja Ntjarra Many Hands Art Centre and the Aboriginal Art and Culture Centre.
 
Hot air ballooning
A balloon flight is the perfect way to appreciate the colours of the desert at dawn. Tours include return transfers from accommodation in Alice Springs and a gourmet breakfast in a bush setting.
 
Alice Springs Desert Park
The Desert Park showcases the natural and cultural environment of the Red Centre in three desert habitats. Professional guides, including local Aboriginal people, share stories of the region.
 
Historic tours
Alice Springs owes its existence to a cross-section of pioneers, and today travelers can explore this heritage at the Overland Telegraph Station, the National Road Transport Hall of Fame, the Royal Flying Doctor Service base and the School of the Air.
 
East and West MacDonnell Ranges
Surrounding Alice Springs, the MacDonnell Ranges glow red in the evening light and hide gorges, chasms, walking trails and swimming holes.
 
Helicopter flights
For a more adventurous and exhilarating way to see the Centre, take a helicopter ride over the red landscape and rolling ranges. Perfect for those on a tight schedule, this is one of the best ways to see all that the Alice has to offer.
 
Bush tucker and camping
Sample traditional bush tucker, like witchetty grubs, bush tomato and quandong while camping out under the stars in the outback. Camping is a must-have experience in Alice Springs at any time of year.
 
Larapinta Trail
The Larapinta Trail is a 233-kilometre walking track along the backbone of the West MacDonnell Ranges, from Alice Springs to Mt Sonder. The Trail is divided into 12 sections and has been described as one of the top 10 walks in the world.
 
Red Centre Way tourism drive
Beginning in Alice Springs and stretching along the West MacDonnell Ranges, the Red Centre Way links the Territory’s world-renowned landmarks of Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park.

For more information about Central Australia which incorporates Alice Springs, Ayers Rock and the Barkly Region, visit: 

http://www.centralaustraliantourism.com

www.travelnt.com.au  

Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park Information   http://www.environment.gov.au/parks/uluru/index.html

A great site for itinerary ideas and tour bookings is  www.territorydiscoveries.com

Download a brochure containing tours from Territory Discoveries here.

Photos courtesy of Tourism NT