4 Night Murray River Outback Heritage Cruise

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4 Night Murray River Outback Heritage Cruise

This cruise takes you north on the great Murray River from the historic river port of Mannum to Blanchetown. Follow in the wake of great Australian pioneers on a 4 night cruise along the outback river highway. Experience the magic and majesty of the spectacular scenery from towering cliffs to expansive farmlands. Along the way, you’ll see a great variety of Australian wildlife, including kangaroos and many of the 350 bird species that inhabit the riverlands. 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.

About The Cruise

While on the 4 Night Outback Heritage Cruise, you'll have the opportunity to...

Depart historic Mannum
Cruise through Lock #1 at Blanchetown
Tour the vineyard and visit the cellar door at Burk Salter Boutique Winery
Take a guided walking tour of the Swan Reach township and visit the Swan Reach Museum (Gold coin donation at entry)
See the towering sandstone cliffs at the Big Bend
Watch the Sunnydale Woolshed Show & go to the Native Wildlife Shelter
Enjoy a riverside Aussie Barbecue
Go on a Nocturnal Tour in a comfortable purpose built cart where you may see kangaroos, wombats, foxes, bats and owls (optional - extra cost)
Enjoy a Bush Tucker Breakfast (optional - extra cost)
Explore the Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve archaeological sites with an expert local guide
Delight in a scenic tender boat ride
Optional Barossa Wine and Heritage Tour at conclusion of cruise (additional cost)

While on board, you'll enjoy...

Relaxing in one of the two lounges, with spectacular scenery views
Hanging out on the Sun Deck at the top of the vessel
Buffet breakfasts each morning
Delicious buffet and a la carte lunches
Dining each evening with fellow passengers
The Captain's Dinner and Dance

Download Itinerary and Map DOWNLOAD CRUISING GUIDE Map of 4 Night Cruise Itinerary

Pricing

For travel between 1st April 2019 to 31st March 2020.

	Twin Share (per person)		Extra Person		Single
	EBS from*	Standard	EBS from*	Standard	EBS from*	Standard
Inside Cabin	$1165	$1370	n/a	n/a	$1577	$1855
Outside Cabin	$1556	$1830	n/a^	n/a^	$2112	$2485
Stateroom	$1942	$2285	$786^	$925^	$2635	$3100
Barossa Wine and Heritage Tour	$165

*Early Booking Saver (EBS) fares shown are based on Off Peak Early Booking Saver (EBS) Fares which is a 15% discount on standard brochure fares valid for bookings that are made up to 60 days prior to departure, subject to availability.

For travel between 1st April 2020 to 31st March 2021.

	Twin Share (per person)		Extra Person		Single
	EBS from*	Standard	EBS from*	Standard	EBS from*	Standard
Inside Cabin	$1148	$1435	n/a	n/a	$1561	$1952
Outside Cabin	$1480	$1850	n/a^	n/a^	$2013	$2516
Stateroom	$1912	$2390	$740^	$925^	$2600	$3250
Barossa Wine and Heritage Tour	$165

*Early Booking Saver (EBS) fares shown are based on Off Peak Early Booking Saver (EBS) Fares which is a 20% discount on standard brochure fares valid for bookings that are made up to 90 days prior to departure, subject to availability. 10% discount applies in peak travel periods (March, April, May and September to December).
^Outside Cabins and Staterooms can accommodate an extra person based on 1 double bed and 1 single bed, but availability is limited. Outside Cabin Extra Person prices available on enquiry.
Standard Cruise Fare Conditions apply, refer to the Terms and Conditions for full details.

Additional Information

We offer complimentary return coach transfers to Mannum from selected Adelaide CBD hotels as well as a return to the Adelaide Airport or secure car parking at Mannum (bookings essential).
Private car transfers are available from and to Adelaide CBD as well as return to the Adelaide Airport. Additional charges apply and pre-bookings are essential - Find out more.

Optional post-cruise Barossa Wine and Heritage Tour. This Tour returns to Adelaide at approximately 5.30pm.

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Inside cabins are located on the lower decks and open onto a wide inside passageway. Inside cabins offer twin bedding with limited double bedded cabins available and have portholes facing the outside. Inside Cabins are accessed via stairs, there is no lift access to this deck.

Outside cabins are located on the upper decks and the majority of these cabins have twin bedding with limited double bedded cabins available. Each outside cabin opens onto the outside deck walkway with picture windows to view the passing scenery.

Our spacious Staterooms are located on the upper decks. Each stateroom offers a double bed (some have an extra single bed) and open onto the outside deck walkway. Mini-bars, fridges and tea and coffee making facilities are also included.

Reviews

Rated 4.7/5 based on 21 reviews

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Times

Cruise departs Mannum on selected Mondays at 4.30pm. Returns to Mannum Fridays at 9.00am.
Departure Dates 2019
8*, 15*, 22*, 29 July
5, 12, 26 August
2, 9, 23 September
7, 21, 28 October
4, 11, 25 November
2, 9, 16 December
Departure Dates 2020
10, 24 February
2, 9, 23, 30 March
6, 13, 20, 27 April 2020
4, 18, 25 May 2020
1, 15 June 2020
6*, 13*, 27* July 2020
3, 17, 24, 31 August 2020
7, 21 September 2020
5, 12, 26 October 2020
2, 9, 16 November 2020
Departure Dates 2021
4, 11, 18 January 2021
1, 8, 22 February 2021
1, 8, 22, 29 March 2021
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