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Duration: 7d
Location: Murray River, Australia | Murray River, Australia
Category: Cruises & Water Tour
Highlights:
7-night cruise along Murray River, the longest in Australia
Historic town of Mannum, Murray River's birthplace
Backwater wildlife tour at the River View Lodge
Guided bush tour & visit to the region's top wineries
Aboriginal cultural history at Ngaut Ngaut site
Inclusions:
7-night cruise on Murray River
Guided nature walks & eco-tours
Breakfast on day 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, & 8
Lunch on day 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, & 7
Dinner on day 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, & 7
Live tour commentary provided in English
Description:
Board the PS Murray Princess and travel over 200 miles (320 km) down the great Murray River. Experience majestic landscapes and sites as you cruise for 7 nights along Australia's longest river.
Day 1
Begin at Mannum, the historic birthplace of the Murray River. While cruising under a floodlight, keep an eye out for nocturnal wildlife along Mundarra's riverbank.
Day 2
Visit Murray Bridge and see the first bridge erected at the Edwards Crossing. In the afternoon, cruise upriver and moor at Craignook, watching for kangaroos, echidnas, and wombats.
Day 3
Discover local flora and fauna on a guided nature walk. Depart for the big river gorges of River View Lodge, where a explorey vessel takes you on a backwater wildlife tour. Join the stewards for the Captain's Dinner and Dance in the evening.
Day 4
Arrive at Mannum and head to the charming Barossa Valley for a visit to 2 premium wineries.
Day 5
Enjoy a leisurely morning cruise to Blanchetown. Arrive at Salters Station and visit the Burk Salter vineyard for wine tasting.
Day 6
Cruise down to Swan Reach, home to many native flower and fruit growers, and visit the Native Wildlife Shelter at Sunnydale. Enjoy an Aussie barbeque in the evening.
Day 7
Stop at Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve, view ancient rock carvings, and learn about aboriginal history. Cruise downriver to Younghusband for your last overnight stay and enjoy the Farewell Captain's Buffet.
Day 8
Your cruise concludes at Mannum.
Cancellation Policy: 61 days
Know before you book:
Children 2 and younger are complimentary.,
Check-in is 120 minutes prior to the booked cruise start time.
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