Therea's no better way to see the Murray River and a slice of the hauntingly beautiful and dramatic Australian outback, its unique flora and fauna, and the rich legacy of old riverside ports and indigenous culture close up than to drift unhurried and quietly under the power of the paddle-wheeler PS Murray Princess. Captain Cook Cruises offers a unique historic and nature-based adventure, through some of the driest parts of the driest continent, past mallee scrub and ancient red gum forests, through towering gorges and ochre-coloured limestone cliffs. Along the way visit historic ports and lush vineyards as we navigate the Murraya's locks and big river bends. You can hike around a boardwalk trail or take a guided nature walk. Take a small boat safari of the pristine wetlands, visit a riverside village, or take a nocturnal eco-tour after riverside barbeque. Sample some of the local produce at the cellar door, or take a camera and catch some memorable scenes of the abundant birdlife. You can also choose to extend your cruise with an optional full day tour of Australiaa's richest and best known wine making regions - the Barossa Valley additional cost. Inclusions: Shipboard accommodation, dining, all on-board facilities including the use of spas, saunas and exercise deck, entertainment and 24 hour self-service coffee bar. Prices exclude drinks, personal purchases, any optional tours and fuel surcharges. Prices are per cabin minimum 2 passengers per room, in Outside Cabins. Sample itinerary listed below.

Attractions:
Sample Itinerary: 4 night cruise Monday: Cruise upriver under floodlight to Caurnamont while you enjoy a Welcome Dinner. Tuesday: Cruise to Blanchetown, through lock 1. Join a guided tour of Burk Saltera's vineyard and enjoy wine. Tonight is fancy dress and musical quiz night. Wednesday: Join a walk along Salters Station. At Sunnydale join the Woolshed Sound and and Light Show and visit the Native Wildlife Shelter. This evening is the great Aussie Barbecue. After dinner, join a nocturnal eco-tour by tractor and cart. Thursday: Cruise past magnificent cliffs scoured over millions of years. Visit Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve, one of Australiaa's most significant archaeological sites. Cruise to Younghusband. Adventure seekers can take a speed boat ride. Tonight the Captain and his officers host a spectacular Farewell Buffet. Friday: PS Murray Princess arrives at Mannum where we say farewell.

Parking:
Bookings Essential: Limited complimentary car parking at Maryann Reserve, Mannum SA is available. Bookings Essential: Complimentary return scenic coach transfers from Adelaide are available. Transfers depart from the Quality Rockford Hotel, 164 Hindley St Adelaide, Friday and Monday at 2pm, returning Monday and Friday 12 noon. Enter request in booking comments

Child Care Information:
Children under 2 travel free in existing bedding, however, not recommended.