New Year's Eve Cruise

Cruise departs Wednesday 30 December 2026

As the Admiral says, "Always start the way you plan to finish". What better way to bring in the new year than aboard the Murray Princess.

Celebrate a unique Australian New Year's Eve on the mighty Murray River. As the sun sets on another year, we celebrate with a spectacular New Year's Eve Dinner aboard Murray Princess.

The 5 Night New Year's Eve Special Event Cruise includes:

  • Depart historic Mannum
  • Cruise through Lock #1 at Blanchetown
  • Visit the cellar door at Burk Salter Boutique Winery
  • New Year's Eve celebrations
  • Delight in a scenic tender boat ride
  • Take a 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
  • Optional Bush Tucker Breakfast, or enjoy a bush walk with the Captain
  • Go on a Nocturnal Tour in a comfortable purpose built cart where you may see kangaroos, wombats, foxes, bats and owls (optional - additional cost)
  • Enjoy a Bush Tucker Breakfast (optional - additional cost)
  • Explore the Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve archaeological sites with an expert local guide
  • All meals (table d’hote and a la carte menus)
  • An exciting selection of onshore tours
  • Guided nature walks & eco-excursions
  • Onboard presentations
  • Live entertainment
  • Lift access from Randell Deck to Sturt Deck
  • Paddlewheel Lounge
  • Sturt Bar
  • Sturt Dining Room
  • Sun Deck
  • Onboard Souvenir Shop
  • Public Amenities
  • Mini Gym

5 Night New Year's Eve Cruise departs Wednesday 30 December 2026

Twin Share (pp)Extra Person (pp)Single (pp)
Inside Cabin$2,499n/a$3,998
Outside Cabin$2,999n/a^$4,798
Stateroom$3,999$1,559$6,398

Note: This is a special event cruise and special event fares apply to the above prices.

How to Get There - Additional CostPrice
Coach Transfers from Adelaide to Mannum and return$135 per person
Secure car parking in Mannum (4 days)$110 per vehicle

5 Night New Year's Eve Cruise

  • Wednesday 30 December 2026

Cruise depart Mannum on Wednesday at 4:30 pm. Returns to Mannum on Monday at 9:00 am.

  • Above fares are based on cabins with 2 x single beds. Inside and Outside Cabins with a double bed incur a surcharge of $80 per room per night (no surcharge applies for Staterooms).
  • Prices exclude onboard drinks, optional tours and services and any personal purchases aboard the Murray Princess.
  • The Fitness to Travel Declaration and acceptance of the Standard Fares and Travel Terms and Conditions must be completed at least 60 days prior to travel or with final payment, whichever occurs first.
  • Travel insurance is highly recommended.

An option to be transferred to Adelaide Airport at the end of the cruise is available – please note pre-bookings are essential, and flights after 2.30pm are recommended - Find out more.

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