Murray Princess Cruising
7 Night Murraylands & Wildlife Cruise
7 Night Murraylands & Wildlife Cruise (Monday departures)
DURATION/OPERATES: 7 Nights (Selected Mondays – Refer 2020/21 Cruise Schedule)
DEPARTS: Day 1: Selected Mondays – Cruise Departs Mannum at 4:30pm (Boarding from 2:30pm)
Complimentary Coach Transfers depart Adelaide CBD from 1:20pm
RETURNS: Day 8: The following Monday – Cruise returns to Mannum at 9:00am
Complimentary Coach Transfers arrive back in Adelaide at approx. 11:00am – 11:30am or Adelaide
Airport 12:00pm
7 NIGHT MURRAYLANDS & WILDLIFE CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS:
• Depart historic Mannum
• Cruise through Lock #1 at Blanchetown
• Cellar door tasting at Burk Salter Boutique Winery
• Walking tour of the Swan Reach township and visit the Swan Reach Museum (gold coin donation
at entry)
• Big Bend towering sandstone cliffs
• Sunnydale Woolshed Show and Native Wildlife Shelter
• Riverside Aussie Barbecue
• Optional Nocturnal Tour at Sunnydale in a comfortable purpose-built cart (additional cost)
• Optional Bush Tucker Breakfast (additional cost)
• Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve archaeological sites
• Scenic tender boat ride
• Complimentary Barossa Wine & Heritage tour
• Free time to explore the township of Murray Bridge or take a tour of the historic Roundhouse
• Optional Monarto Safari Park Wildlife Tour on Saturday departing Murray Bridge (additional
cost)
• Guided nature walk at Salt Bush Flat & see big river gorges & towering sandstone cliffs
• Riverland food & wine tasting (A tasting of 2 Reds & 2 White wines & local produce)
• Get up close to the river birdlife on board the ‘Dragon-Fly’ flat-bottomed boat
OVERVIEW:
Discover the dramatic South Australian outback on a cruise along Australia’s great inland highway. This seven-night cruise is a
unique historic and nature-based adventure through ancient gorges and red gum forests, past towering sandstone cliffs and
exploring historic ports, local vineyards, and nature trails. Enjoy leisurely cruising 320 kilometres of the heart of the great Murray
River between Blanchetown and Murray Bridge and take in the breath-taking Riverland. This cruise also includes a complimentary
coach tour to the famous Barossa and its wineries.
SAMPLE ITINERARY: (7 Night Murraylands & Wildlife Cruise – Departing Monday)
Stay Options
Pricing Guide
3 night Cruise
Inside Cabin 2 x Single Beds $1,045 pp $1421 Single
1 x Double Bed $1,135 pp $1601 Single
Outside Cabin 2 x Single Beds $1,385 pp $1884 Single
1 x Double Bed $1,475 $2064 single
Stateroom 1 x Double Bed $1,795 pp $2441 Single
7 Nights Murraylands Cruise
Inside Cabin 2 x Single Beds $2,282.00 pp $3130 Single
1 x Double Bed $2,492 pp $3523 Single
Outside Cabin 2 x Single Beds $3,073 pp $4180 Single
1 x Double Bed $3,283.00 pp $4600 Single
Stateroom 1 x Double Bed $3,976 pp $5470 Single
Pricing subject to availability. Early bird discounts apply on some cruises please ask us. Many other extended cruising is available. Australia and Beyond Holidays can organise transport and pre and post cruise accommodation
3 Night Discovery Cruise
DEPARTS: Day 1: Selected Fridays – Cruise Departs Mannum at 4:30pm (Boarding from 2:30pm)
Complimentary Coach Transfers depart Adelaide CBD from 1:20pm
RETURNS: Day 4: The following Monday – Cruise returns to Mannum at 9:00am
Complimentary Coach Transfers arrive in Adelaide at approx. 11:00am – 11:30am or 12:00pm Adelaide
Airport or 5:30pm after optional Barossa Wine and Heritage tour or 6pm Adelaide Airport
3 NIGHT DISCOVERY CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS:
• Departs historic Mannum
• Free time to explore the township of Murray Bridge or take a tour of the historic Roundhouse
• Optional Monarto Safari Park Wildlife Tour on Saturday departing Murray Bridge (additional cost)
• Guided nature walk at Salt Bush Flat
• Riverland food & wine tasting (A tasting of 2 Reds & 2 White wines & local produce)
• Get up close to the river birdlife on board the ‘Dragon-Fly’ flat-bottomed boat
• Optional Barossa Wine and Heritage Tour at conclusion of cruise (additional cost)
OVERVIEW:
A short introduction to the beautiful historic Murray River between Walker Flat and Murray Bridge. Aboard the paddlewheeler
PS Murray Princess, you will cruise through spectacular riverlands and enjoy the great variety of flora and fauna. You’ll take a
nature walk, get up close to the river birdlife on board the ‘Dragon-Fly’ flat-bottomed boat, visit the township of Murray Bridge
and learn about the food and wine of this famous region.
Detailed Itinerary
SAMPLE ITINERARY: (3 Night Discovery Cruise)
Friday:
Mid-afternoon the PS Murray Princess departs historic Mannum, birthplace of the Murray River trade and communication, and
heads downriver while you enjoy a Welcome Dinner.
As we cruise under floodlight to our overnight mooring at Mundurra you may see nocturnal wildlife on the riverbank. Watch for
kangaroos, hairy-nosed wombats, tortoises, egrets, and many other species. Our on-board entertainer provides music for the
night owls.
Saturday:
In 1879 the first bridge to span the Murray River was built at Edwards Crossing, which quickly became the bustling township of
Murray Bridge. After a hearty breakfast, choose to join a guided tour of the town’s historic landmarks and local attractions or go
on a wildlife tour at Monarto Safari Park (additional cost).
Those who choose to experience Monarto Safari Park will arrive back on board the PS Murray Princess in time for lunch then join
us in the Sturt Dining Room for a special presentation on the bounty of food and wine produced in the Riverland.
This afternoon, we continue our journey upriver and tonight we moor at Salt Bush Flat. After dinner, enjoy being entertained by
our talented crew.
Sunday:
This morning join a guided nature walk where your guide will share the secrets of the local flora and fauna. It’s a great way to get
in a little exercise before the PS Murray Princess departs and cruises downriver.
