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Step aboard a true icon of Australia’s rich riverboat heritage, the southern hemisphere’s largest inland paddlewheeler. With all the charm of yesteryear including onshore excursions, onboard entertainment and incredible food and drinks all delivered with a smile, begin your timeless Murray River adventure with the Murray Princess.
3 Night Discovery Cruise
From $1,529 per person twin share
Multiple Departures between February - December 2026 & January - March 2027
Indulge in a long weekend where you'll discover the beautiful lower riverlands, between Walker Flat and Murray Bridge aboard the paddlewheeler Murray Princess. You'll cruise through spectacular riverlands and enjoy the great variety of flora and fauna. You'll take a nature walk, get up close to the river birdlife on board the ‘Dragon-Fly’ flat-bottomed boat, visit the township of Murray Bridge and learn about the food and wine of this famous region.
About The Cruise
While on the 3 Night Discovery Cruise, you'll have the opportunity to...
Depart historic Mannum
Explore the township of Murray Bridge or take a self-guided tour of the historic Roundhouse
Optional Monarto Safari Park Wildlife Tour on Saturday departing Murray Bridge (additional cost)
Take a guided nature walk at Salt Bush Flat
Taste Riverland food & wine (a tasting of 2 reds & 2 white wines plus local produce)
Get up close to the river birdlife on board the ‘Dragon-Fly’ flat-bottomed boat
Optional Highlights of the Murray 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
Breakfast each morning
Delicious a la carte lunches
Dining each evening with fellow passengers
Onboard entertainment
*Advertised pricing based on this cruise in low season in May, June, July & December 2026.
4 Night Murray River Outback Heritage Cruise
From $1,999 per person twin share
Multiple Departures between February - December 2026 & January - March 2027
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
Visit the cellar door at Burk Salter Boutique Winery
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
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*
Delight in a scenic tender boat ride
Optional Highlights of the Murray 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
Breakfast each morning
Delicious a la carte lunches
Dining each evening with fellow passengers
Onboard entertainment
*Advertised pricing based in low season in May, June, July & December 2026.
7 Night Murraylands & Wildlife Cruise
From $3,239 per person twin share
Multiple Departures between February - December 2026 & January - March 2027
Discover the dramatic South Australian outback on a cruise along Australia’s great inland highway. This seven night cruise is a unique historic and nature based adventure through ancient gorges and red gum forests, past towering sandstone cliffs and exploring historic ports, local vineyards and nature trails. Enjoy leisurely cruising 320 kilometres of the heart of the great Murray River between Blanchetown and Murray Bridge and take in the breathtaking Riverland. On the grand paddlewheel vessel the Murray Princess, you will experience a great variety of sights and sounds of river life, the beauty of its ever-changing landscape, visit historic places and indigenous sites, enjoy a woolshed and station experience and follow the region’s food and wine trail.
This cruise also includes a complimentary Highlights of the Murray coach tour.
About The Cruise
On the 7 Night Murraylands & Wildlife Cruise , you'll have the opportunity to...
Explore the township of Murray Bridge or take a self-guided tour of the historic Roundhouse
Optional Monarto Safari Park Wildlife Tour on Saturday departing Murray Bridge (optional - extra cost)
Enjoy a guided nature walk with expert local guides
Get up close to the river birdlife on board the ‘Dragon-Fly’ flat-bottomed boat
Cruise through Lock #1 at Blanchetown
Visit the cellar door at Burk Salter Boutique Winery
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
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*
Delight in a tender boat ride
PLUS
FREE Highlights of the Murray Tour
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
Breakfast each morning
Delicious a la carte lunches
Dining each evening with fellow passengers
Onboard entertainment
*Advertised pricing based in low season in May, June, July & December 2026.
Booking terms and conditions apply.
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Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
