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Parrtjima Cultural Light Journey

Indulge in a Red Centre escape centred around Parrtjima, where art, culture and the desert landscape are elevated to an unforgettable evening experience. Set in Alice Springs beneath the illuminated MacDonnell Ranges, enjoy world-class light installations, curated performances and immersive storytelling that honour the world’s oldest living cultures.

Relax in premium accommodation, savour fine dining inspired by native ingredients, and explore Central Australia with expertly guided experiences with the backdrop of iconic outback scenery. By night, experience Parrtjima, as the desert transforms into a glowing open-air gallery. This is a Northern Territory holiday designed for travellers seeking culture and comfort in the heart of Australia.

Tour Inclusions

  • 6 night stay at Doubletree by Hilton Alice Springs in a Guest room with daily breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking, cookie on arrival & late checkout to 1pm. 

  • General admission to Parrtjima free activities, including a series of light installations and interactive experiences.

  • Merne Mwerre Bushfood Experience- Sat 11/4/26 - includes Tasting platters, bush food canapes and cold beverages

  • Many Hands Watercolour Masterclass- Fri 10/4/26 & Friday 17/4/26 -create your own landscape artwork, guided and encouraged to by artists from the Hermannsburg School of Art, following in Albert Namatjira’s footsteps.

  • Desert at Dusk experience - Tues 14/4/26 & Thurs 16/4/26 -guided tour of the Desert Park, followed by a Gourmet Bush dinner and Nocturnal Encounters tour

Crowd enjoying a nighttime outdoor event, with "PARRTJIMA" illuminated in the background and decorative lights overhead.
Two people sit on a decorative, illuminated ground projection with a vibrant, circular pattern in a nighttime outdoor setting.

Parrtjima 2026

Located within the natural wonders of the Alice Springs Desert Park in the iconic Red Centre, Parrtjima is set to astound with its mesmerizing use of light merged with creative Aboriginal designs and the newest technology. From immersive Aboriginal artworks to interactive creations, and the magical illumination of the MacDonnell Ranges, Parrtjima is set to blow Australia’s minds. While in the heart of our great country you’ll also find yourself exploring the incredible West MacDonnell Ranges, including Simpsons Gap and Ellery Creek Big Hole, all while based at the luxurious DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs.

Tour Inclusions

  • 5 night stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs in a Guest Room. 

  • Daily breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking, cookie on arrival & late checkout to 1pm.

  • Free access to Parrtjima

  • 1 day Premium Uluru & Kata Tjuta Day Tour including lunch & sunset BBQ dinner.

  • Entry to Alice Springs Desert Park including return transfers from your hotel. 

  • 1 day Premium West MacDonnell Ranges Tour including entry into Standley Chasm with morning tea & lunch, accommodation pick up and drop off, experienced guide & air-conditioned vehicle. 

Light Trails of the Red Centre with Parrtjima

Follow the Light Trail through the Red Centre, with this self drive holiday and experience the magic of the Light Installations along the way. Experience the magic of the Red Centre at Parrtjima, set against the spectacular backdrop of Alice Springs, travelling to stunning Kings Canyon to experience Bruce Munro's Light Towers display. Then move on to Uluru where you will be immersed in the Field of Lights, another Bruce Munro work, where the Desert comes to life in breathtaking colours, as well as Wintjiri Wiru, Uluru's unique cultural storytelling experience with a spectacular light and drone experience.

Tour Inclusions

  • 3 night stay in Alice Springs at the DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs in a guest room including daily buffet breakfast, DoubleTree cookie per person, free Wi-Fi, free parking & late checkout to 1pm. 

  • 2 night stay in Kings Canyon at Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon in a standard room including daily breakfast & FREE parking. 

  • 3 night stay in Uluru at the Outback Hotel, Desert Gardens or Sails in the Desert at Ayers Rock Resort including a FREE Indigenous Activities Program, FREE use of the Ayers Rock Resort Shuttle bus service, FREE in-room Wi-Fi & FREE parking.

  • 9 day car hire with unlimited kilometres^ and a Standard Damage Recovery Fee†.

  • Light Towers at Sunset Experience at Discovery Resort Kings Canyon

  • Uluru Audio Guide for Self-Guided Touring around Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

  • 3 Day Uluru & Kata Tjuta National Park Entry.

  • Field of Light Star Pass

  • Wintjiri Wiru twilight :Uluru Drone Show

Colorful field of lights at dusk with Uluru in the background, set among sparse trees and desert landscape.

* Package terms and conditions apply. More details available via the NT Now website.

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