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Murray River Cruise – Upper Murraylands 2026
Friday, 16th – Friday, 23rd October, 2026
This delightful seven-night cruise takes you from Mannum to the upper Murraylands historical township of Morgan. On the grand
paddlewheel vessel the PS Murray Princess, you will experience a great variety of the sights and sounds of river life, the beauty of its everchanging landscape and nature, including kangaroos and many of the 350 bird species that inhabit this area. Along the way you will visit
historic places and indigenous sites, enjoy a woolshed and station experience and follow the region’s wine trail. Highlights include local a
visit to well-known Renmark, guided walks around historic towns, an Aussie barbecue beside the river, a visit to a wildlife shelter, sheep
shearing demonstration and a guided walk through one of Australia’s most significant aboriginal archaeological sites at Ngaut Ngaut
Conservation Park. Your outside, river facing cabin is located on the Cadell Deck. Each cabin opens onto the outside deck area with picture
windows to view the passing scenery.
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Ph: 4382 2039
FRIDAY
A late morning flight to Adelaide before we make our way to
Mannum. Mid-afternoon the Murray Princess departs historic
Mannum, and heads upriver while you enjoy a Welcome Dinner.
As we cruise under floodlight to our overnight mooring at
Caurnamont. Our on-board entertainer provides music for the
night owls.
SATURDAY
This morning, your discovery vessel awaits for a wildlife tour.
Travelling in small, personalised groups, we explore the maze of
the river and the birdlife is amazing. We cruise upriver past
Walker Flat to Sugar Shack Conservation Park. In the
afternoon, join us in the Sturt Dining Room for a special
presentation on the bounty of food and wine produced in the
Riverland. Tonight, sit back and enjoy being entertained by our
on-board entertainer.
SUNDAY
Continue cruising upriver this morning as we enjoy breakfast and
pass through one of 13 locks which maintain the flow and levels
of water. This morning enjoy some free time and, in the afternoon,
join in the fun playing a few games of bingo. Late afternoon we
secure the vessel at Morgan and after dinner, join the ‘Morgan
By Night’ historic walk of the township
MONDAY
Today we are transferred by coach to the Riverland town of
Renmark. Visit the Renmark Paringa Community Musuem and
experience the bygone time. Enjoy a casual riverside lunch at the
heritage-listed Hotel Renmark, the first community-owned hotel
in the British Empire. Wander through the Hotel Museum and
discover the many fascinating moments from its storied past.
Finish the afternoon with a behind-the-scenes tour at 23rd Street
Distillery, with free time to enjoy one of their signature cocktails.
TUESDAY
We continue upriver to our turnaround point, picturesque
Hogwash Bend.
8 Days
- $6,590 per person twin share
$2,520 single supplement
Includes return flights to Adelaide, home pick up (within pick up zone),
Outside - River Facing Room on top deck, all breakfasts, lunches &
dinners & entries as per itinerary.
Join a guided walk of the township and the Morgan Living History
Museum, before continuing to our mooring at Blanchetown. Visit
Burk Salter Boutique Winery and enjoy wine tasting at the cellar
door. After dinner, join us for all the fun and excitement, and
participate in our “Murray River Cup”.
WEDNESDAY
Cruise to picturesque Swan Reach. The town was first settled in the
1850s. Originally the largest of five sheep and cattle stations in the
area it is now home to native flower and fruit growers. Join a walking
tour and visit the Swan Reach Museum. We arrive at Sunnydale, 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.
THURSDAY
This morning cruise 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 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 passengers for a delicious final night dinner and enjoy the
evening entertainment.
FRIDAY
We head back to Mannum and after breakfast, we reluctantly say
farewell as we arrive at the Mannum Wharf. An afternoon flight back
to Sydney where the shuttles are waiting to take you home.
