Captain Cook Cruises - PS Murray Princess

A short introduction to the beautiful and historic Murray River between Walkers 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 will take a nature walk, a backwater wildlife tour by small vessel, visit a local Aboriginal community, as well as learn about the food and wine of this famous region.

Operates: Cruise departs Mannum Friday at 4.30pm. Cruise returns Mannum Monday at 9am. Coach transfer departs Mercure Grosvenor Hotel Adelaide Friday at 2pm and returns Mercure Grosvenor Hotel Adelaide Monday at 12pm. Optional post cruise Barossa tour returns Adelaide at 5.30pm.

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This cruise takes you north on the great Murray River from the historic riverport of Mannum to Blanchetown. Experience the magic and majesty of the spectacular scenery, from towering cliffs to expansive lowlands. Along the way you'll see a great variety of Australian wildlife, including kangaroos and many of about 350 bird species that inhabit the riverlands. Highlights include a visit to a vineyard and wine-tasting at the cellar door, visit a typical Australian farm, woolshed and wildlife shelter, enjoy an Aussie barbecue beside the river and an Aboriginal archaeological site.

Operates: Cruise departs Mannum Monday at 4.30pm. Cruise returns Mannum Friday at 9am. Coach transfer departs Mercure Grosvenor Adelaide Monday at 2pm and returns Mercure Grosvenor Hotel Adelaide Friday at 12pm. Optional post cruise Barossa tour returns Adelaide at 5.30pm.

Book early and save 10 percent on brochure fares, please visit website for details on Early Booking Saver (EBS) fares.

Enjoy leisurely cruising 320 kilometres of the heart of the great Murray River, between Blanchetown and Murray Bridge, and the breathtaking riverlands of South Australia. On the grand paddlewheel vessel, PS Murray Princess, you will experience the great variety of sights and sounds of river life, the majesty of its ever-changing landscape, visit historic places and indigenous sites, enjoy a woolshed and station experience, and follow the region's food and wine trail, including a visit to the famed Barossa Valley and its wineries.

Operates: Cruise departs Mannum Monday and Friday at 4.30pm. Cruise returns Mannum Monday and Friday at 9am. Coach transfer departs Mercure Grosvenor Hotel Adelaide Monday and Friday at 2pm and returns Mercure Grosvenor Hotel Adelaide Monday and Friday at 12pm.

Book early and save 10 percent on brochure fares, please visit website for details on Early Booking Saver (EBS) fares.

Combine Kangaroo Island with your Murray Princess Cruise for the ultimate South Australian experience.

The tour begins with a three or four night cruise aboard the authentic paddlewheeler 'Murray Princess'. It includes all meals and an exciting selection of shore-side tours and guided eco-excursions. Return transfers from the Mercure Grosvenor Hotel in Adelaide are also included.

After a night in the luxurious Mercure Grosvenor Hotel there is an early start to catch the ferry over to Kangaroo Island where you can spend two days enjoying one of Australia's last unspoilt refuges. The trip comprises two full day tours, the Seal Bay Discovery Tour and the Remarkably Wild tour, both include lunch and showcase some of the highlights of the Island. An evening penguin tour rounds off your first day and you get a choice of accommodation. You return to Adelaide by ferry or plane depending on your personal preference.

For an additional AUD145.00 per person you can also choose to add on a full day Barossa Valley Tour departing from the end of your cruise at Mannum and returning to Adelaide at approximately 5.30pm.