Tour ID: 10020995

Relax while enjoying a lunch-time cruise along the historic Murray River, gaining an insight into this unique river system with its magnificent landscapes and spectacular cliffs. Rejoin your coach and follow the river, stopping regularly for photos at the different lookouts. Visit Melba's Chocolate Factory and Woodside Cheese Wrights, followed by a relaxing journey through the Adelaide Hills.

Highlights & Inclusions:
• Morning pick-up and evening set-down at selected Adelaide Hotels
• Full day guided coach tour with expert commentary by local driver guide
• 2 hour cruise onboard the ‘Proud Mary’ whilst you enjoy a sumptuous lunch
• View the stunning orange cliffs, weeping willows & huge red river gums and see pelicans, galahs, cockatoos and cormorants
• Stop at picturesque lookouts for great photo opportunities, including Mannum Lookout
• Travel to Melba's Chocolate Factory and Woodside Cheese Wrights at Woodside with an opportunity for afternoon tea (own expense)
• Drive back through the picturesque Adelaide Hills

Itinerary:
Depart Adelaide and travel to the mighty Murray River. On arrival, board the ‘Proud Mary’ and relax as you cruise the historic river enjoying the wildlife and surrounding scenery. Over the next two hours, enjoy a sumptuous buffet lunch prepared by the resident chefs as you continue your journey along the river and gain insight into the river system and unique landscapes of the region. Lunch includes complimentary water, tea and coffee – Other drinks available for purchase at the bar.

Upon disembarking there will be free time to explore the historic river town, Mannum, before rejoining your coach to follow the river bank, taking in spectacular views, and stopping regularly for great photo opportunities, including the Mannum Lookout.

Travel to Melba's Chocolate Factory and Woodside Cheese Wrights at Woodside, where there will be time for afternoon tea or souvenir purchases (own expense), before returning back to Adelaide via the scenic Adelaide Hills.

Please Note:
Monday – Board at Mannum
Friday – Board at Wood Lane (Mypolonga)
Cruise duration 1.5 - 2 hours
Vessel type may vary at times of maintenance
Tour does not operate Christmas Day

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Tour Details

  • Included in price:

  • Available for purchase/hire:

  • Duration:

    Approximately 8 hours

  • Departure:

    9:15 AM Mon

  • Return:

    5.15pm

  • Departure points:

    Adelaide and Glenelg

  • Pickup/departure instructions:

    A courtesy pick-up and drop-off service is provided from selected Adelaide CBD hotels.
    A tentative timetable can be found at the following link.
    This is an indication only, transfers MUST be prebooked and you should call the tour operator on the number provided on your booking confirmation (from within Australia only), 24 hours prior to your tour commencing to reconfirm your pickup. If your hotel is not on this list, please meet at the Adelaide Central Bus Station, 85 Franklin Street Adelaide at 9:00am to check into your tour. The tour will begin at 9:15am.
     

  • What to bring:

  • Fitness level required:

    Low

  • Child policies:

    3-14 years inclusive. Children under 3 years of age are free of charge unless they require their own seat.

  • Additional Information:

    Please Note:
    * Itinerary varies depending on day travelling (boat boarding location).
    Monday – Board at Mannum
    Friday – Board at Wood Lane (Mypolonga)
    Cruise duration 1.5 - 2 hours
    Vessel type may vary at times of maintenance.
    Tour does not operate Christmas Day

  • Destinations:

    Adelaide and Murray River

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