Alice Springs is in the heart of Australia being the third largest town in the NT affectionately known as 'the Alice'. Alice Springs straddles the usually dry Todd River except for a month or so each year. Surrounded by red sand, this charming and vibrant town is a must for all Australians and overseas tourist. The Alice has many up market B and B's, restaurants, art galleries and architecture of times past by. There are many tours and great walks including one of Australia's most challenging walks, the Larapinta Trail or hire a 4 wheel drive and design your own red dust tour.