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Overview

This 8‑day tour explores the high­lights of Ade­laide with Mur­ray Riv­er Princess Cruise. We arrive in Ade­laide and enjoy a dri­ving tour of the City of Church­es and a vis­it to the Botan­ic Gardens. 
We take in many of the local sights the fol­low­ing days before board­ing the PS Mur­ray Princess for our 4‑night Mur­ray Riv­er Out­back Her­itage Cruise. This cruise high­lights the his­to­ry of the riv­er and its oper­a­tions, past and present, the wildlife and sur­round­ing fau­na while pro­vid­ing meals, enter­tain­ment and guid­ed on shore walks through­out. High­lights include a vis­it to a vine­yard and wine tast­ing at a cel­lar door, vis­it a typ­i­cal Aus­tralian farm, wool­shed and wildlife shel­ter, enjoy an Aussie bar­be­cue beside the riv­er and vis­it an abo­rig­i­nal archae­o­log­i­cal site. 
On con­clu­sion of the tour we make our way back to Ade­laide, sam­pling the delights of the Barossa val­ley. We check in for our final night in Ade­laide before fly­ing home the fol­low­ing morning. 

Detailed Itinerary

Please note that the itinerary is subject to change without notice.

  • Day 1: Saturday, 30 August — Launceston to Adelaide

    We collect our group and transfer to Launceston Airport to meet with the rest of the group and your

    host who you will be spending the next 8 days with, we check in and board our flight. On arrival in Adelaide, we

    meet with our coach and driver to make our way to the hotel for check in. We briefly refresh after our travel and

    reconvene to tour briefing ahead of our welcome dinner

  • Day 2: Sunday, 31 August — Adelaide

    We check out of our accommodation and make our way to Mannum with a stop at Hahndorf along the way. A

    charming town located in the Adelaide Hills region its history, picturesque setting, and preserved German heritage

    make it a popular destination. We visit The Cedars, and step back in time to the 1920’s, enjoy a guided tour before

    treating ourselves to high tea and exploring the gardens. We continue our travel and arrive for check in mid

    afternoon and board the Murray Princess, setting sail from the historic Mannum, the birthplace of the Murray River

    trade and communication, and head upriver as we settle in and enjoy a cruise Welcome Dinner. As we cruise

    under floodlight to our overnight mooring at Caurnamont, you may see nocturnal wildlife on the riverbank

  • Day 3: Monday, 1 September — Murray River Cruise

    Enjoy a leisurely morning and lunch cruising upriver to Blanchetown through one of the 13 locks which maintain

    the flow and levels of the rivers water. This afternoon we moor opposite to the township of Blanchetown for our

    overnight anchorage. As the last rays of the sun fade, we visit Burk Salter Boutique Winery and enjoy wine tasting

    at the cellar door which is fitted out with beautiful red gum bars. After dinner, join us all for the fun and excitement,

    and participate in our “Murray River Cup”

  • Day 4: Tuesday, 2 September — Murray River Cruise

    After breakfast we cruise downriver to picturesque Swan Reach. The town was first settled in the 1850s, was

    originally the largest of five sheep and cattle stations in the area and is now home to native flower and fruit

    growers. The original Swan Reach homestead is now the Swan Reach Hotel where you can purchase an ale or

    cappuccino to enjoy while overlooking the Murray River. Join a walking tour and visit the Swan Reach Museum

    (gold coin donation at entry). Cruise downriver after lunch and take in the tranquility as the landscape slides by.

    When we arrive at Sunnydale, it’s all ashore for the Woolshed Show as we recreate typical Australian woolshed

    history. Later we visit the Native Wildlife Shelter where some of South Australia’s most interesting native animals

    are cared for. And then of course, there is the great Aussie Barbecue – cooked and served in a bush setting on the

    banks of the mighty Murray River.

  • Day 5: Thursday, 4 September — Murray River Cruise

    This morning you have the option of enjoying a Bush Tucker Breakfast, or bush walk with the captain, the vessel

    cruises slowly downriver past magnificent cliffs scoured by the river over millions of years. We reach Ngaut Ngaut

    Aboriginal Reserve, one of Australia’s most significant archaeological sites, for a step back in time – tens of

    thousands of years – for a guided boardwalk tour to view ancient rock carvings and to learn about Aboriginal

    history in the area. We will return to the vessel to cruise downriver to Younghusband. Along the way, adventure

    seekers can also take a scenic tender boat ride. Tonight, join your fellow guests for a delicious final night dinner

    and enjoy the evening entertainment.

  • Day 6: Friday, 5 September — Adelaide

    We leave Younghusband and head back to Mannum and after breakfast, we reluctantly say farewell as we return

    to Mannum Wharf. We then reunite with our Coach and continue our tour through the Barossa Valley. Here we

    explore the region, known for its stunning vineyards, award-winning wineries and rich German heritage. We visit

    the Anlaby Homestead, and heritage listed gardens, enjoying guided tour and a delicious lunch in the Clydesdale

    Pavilion. After our Barossa experience we return to Adelaide where we will check into our hotel and enjoy a final

    group dinner together.

  • Day 7: Saturday, 6 September — Adelaide to Launceston

    We have a quick breakfast and early check out before making our way to Adelaide Airport for our flight home.

    Arriving back to Launceston this morning and returning you home after 7 days of travelling and sailing with a

    greater understanding of the history of Adelaide, South Australia & the Murray River.
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Key Details

Departs

Saturday 30th August 2025

Returns

Saturday 6th September 2025

Inclusions

  • Door to door transfers across Launceston
  • Return flights to/from Adelaide
  • 4 nights on Murray River Princess Cruise

Not Included

  • Travel Insurance
  • Alcohol and aerated drinks

Cost

  • $5995.00 Twin Share
  • $1150.00 Single Supplement

Payment Terms

  • $250 nonrefundable deposit is required on booking

A good level of fitness and health is required to participate in Murray Princess Cruises, please contact our office for further information.

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