Murray River Highlights

From $191.00 per adult

Relax on this lunch-time cruise along the historic Murray River aboard the Proud Mary. Gain an insight into this unique river system with its magnificent landscapes, birdlife and river views.

Itinerary

The Murray River Highlights tour departs Adelaide and travels to the mighty Murray River. On your arrival in Mannum, board the Proud Mary and relax as you cruise the historic river enjoying the wildlife and surrounding scenery.

Over the 1 hour 45 minute cruise you will enjoy a delicious 2 course lunch on board the Proud Mary as you sit back and take in the stunning scenery. Learn about the history of the river and gain an insight into the river's ecological system from informative commentary as you cruise.

Upon disembarking, enjoy a tour along the riverbank of the Murray River taking in spectacular views and stopping regularly for great photo opportunities, including the Mannum Lookout.

Travel back to Adelaide via the delightful Adelaide Hills, stopping in Woodside at Melba’s Chocolate Factory where you can purchase afternoon tea (at own expense), or you may wish to make a shop visit to Woodside Cheese Wrights to pick up some souvenir treats to take home.

  • Morning pick-up and evening set-down at selected Adelaide hotels
  • Full day coach tour with expert commentary by local driver/guide
  • 2 hour cruise on-board the ‘Proud Mary’ whilst you enjoy a sumptuous 2-course lunch including complimentary water, tea & coffee (other drinks available for purchase at the bar)
  • 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
  • Drive back through the picturesque Adelaide Hills
  • Stop for afternoon tea at Melba’s Chocolate Factory (own expense) or shop visit at Woodside Cheese Wrights
Please Note
    • If you have any special dietary requirements please contact us and let us know.
    • Cruise times and vessel type may vary during times of maintenance and an alternate vessel is used.
        • The Proud Mary lunch cruise will be replaced by Captain Proud on Mondays 8 & 15 July 2024, 23 & 30 December 2024, and 6, 13 & 20 January 2025.
    • Itinerary subject to change and some of the inclusions may be replaced temporarily without notice.

    1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025
    Adult
    $191
    Concession
    $186
    Child
    $93
    1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026
    Adult
    $199
    Concession
    $194
    Child
    $97

    Tour Code
    AS23

      OperatesMonday (excluding Christmas Day and Australia Day)
      DurationFull Day Tour
      Departs9:15am from Adelaide Central Bus Station or earlier from selected Adelaide CBD hotels
      Returns5:15pm at Adelaide Central Bus Station or selected Adelaide CBD hotel set downs
      • Prices are valid for travel 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2026, for other dates please enquire.
      • A child is between 3 and 14 years of age, however this tour is not recommended for children.
      • Australian Concession Card holders only.
      • This tour is subject to a minimum of 10 passengers to operate. If minimum numbers are not met an alternate date will be offered or a full refund given.

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