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Captain Cook Cruises - Murray Princess Riverboat - 4 Nights Outback Heritage Cruise 2010 - 2011

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Murray Princess Riverboat

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Daily Rates shown below are in AUD Per Person
Valid 01 April 2010 - 31 March 2011

Inside Cabin Outside Cabin Stateroom
Twin Share $1,039 $1,319 $1,639
Sole Occupancy $1,299 $1,649 $2,049
Triple Share N/A $1,049 $1,299
Barossa Valley Tour $140 $140 $140

•Special prices, itineraries and conditions apply on selected special event cruises.
• Infants: Children 0-2 years free of charge in existing bedding however not recommended.
Cancellation Policy: 59-30 days prior to sailing: $200 per person.
Cancellation from 29-15 days prior to sailing: 50%.
Cancellation Under 15 days prior to sailing: 100%.
Double Bed: a surcharge of $50.00 per room per night applies to all Inside Cabins and Outside Cabins with a double bed (Note a double bed is standard in all Staterooms).
Prices exclude onboard charges including but not fuel surcharges. $10.00 per person,per night ( under 3 years free of charge ) payable on board
Note: All rates are inclusive of Goods & Services Tax (GST) at the current legislated rate (July 2007) of 10% and may be subject to variation by the Government of the day. Captain Cook Cruises reserves the right to increase fares without prior notice, however fully paid guests will be protected at their booked rate, except for fuel surcharges, government taxes or other surcharges.

Speed boat ride, Optional post-cruise Barossa Valley Tour (additional cost)

Rates, additional charges and conditions are subject to change, and to currency fluctuation, without notice - Errors and Omissions Excepted


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4 Night Outback Heritage Cruise

All Cruises Include:

  • The Murraylands spectacular landscape of cliffs, gorges and bio-diverse wetlands.
  • Most Tours
  • Complimentary scenic coach transfers from Adelaide or car-parking in Mannum.
  • Guided nature walks & eco-tours
  • Onboard presentations on a variety of themes from the flora and fauna to the Murray's food & wine trail, from the river's paddlesteamer heritage to lifestyle themes.
  • Daybreak photography.
  • Aboriginal Cultural Tour.
  • Captain's Dinner.
  • Shipboard accommodation, dining, all onboard 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.

4-Night Bonus Inclusions: Upriver focus including Lock 1, Vineyard & cellar door tasting, Woolshed Sound & Light Show & Riverside BBQ, Native Wildlife Shelter & Nocturnal Eco-tour,

Adelaide Coach Transfers & Mannum Car Parking:
Complimentary return coach transfers are available from/to the Quality Rockford Hotel Adelaide if booked in advance. Complimentary car parking is also available at Mannum subject to availability – bookings essential.

Mannum South Australia Departs Returns
Boarding from 2:30pm 4:30pm Monday 9:00am Friday
Special cruise timetables operate on selected dates
Coach transfer departs Quality Rockford Hotel Adelaide (164 Hindley St) Monday 2.00pm.
Returns Quality Rockford Hotel Adelaide Friday 12.00 noon.
Optional post-cruise Barossa Valley tour returns Adelaide 5.30pm

 

 

 


Cruise Highlights:
Upriver focus including Lock 1
• Vineyard & cellar door tasting
• Woolshed Sound & Light Show & Riverside BBQ
• Native Wildlife Shelter & Nocturnal Eco-tour
• Speed boat ride
• Optional post-cruise Barossa Valley Tour (additional cost)


This cruise takes you north on the great Murray River from the historic riverport of Mannum to Blanchetown. Experience the magic and majesty of the spectacular scenery, from towering cliffs to expansive wetlands.

Day 1 ~ Monday:
Mid-afternoon the PS Murray Princess departs historic Mannum, birthplace of the Murray River trade and communication, and heads upriver while you enjoy pre-dinner drinks and a Welcome Dinner.
As we cruise under floodlight to our overnight mooring at Caurnamont you may see nocturnal wildlife on the riverbank. Watch for grey kangaroos, hair-nosed wombats, Murray longnecked tortoises, spoon-beaked echidnas and many other species. (Our on-board entertainer provides music for the night owls.)

Day 2 ~ Tuesday:
Daybreak and time for the keen photographers to be out to capture the special light and the morning movement of wildlife. Prolific birdlife includes pelicans, blue wrens and black swans. We cruise upstream to Blanchetown, through one of 13 locks which maintain the flow and levels of water. Shortly we reach Salters Station for our overnight anchorage. This evening, as the last rays of the sun fade, we join a guided tour of Burk Salter’s vineyard on the banks of the river and enjoy wine tasting at his cellar door. Tonight is fancy dress night on board. (Bring your own or hire one.) We also have our famous musical quiz.

Day 3 ~ Wednesday:
After breakfast join a guided walk along the eco-sensitive wetlands of Salters Station. While we cruise downriver after lunch you can enjoy an afternoon nap, watch the landscape slide by, or enjoy a lifestyle and info-cruising presentation. We arrive at Sunnydale.
All ashore for the Woolshed Sound & Light 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. After dinner, join us on a nocturnal eco-tour by tractor and cart.

Day 4 ~ Thursday:
After breakfast the ship cruises slowly downstream 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 to view ancient rock carvings and to learn about aboriginal history in the area. We return to the ship to cruise downriver to Younghusband.
Along the way, adventure seekers can also take a speed boat ride. We pass large billabongs, open expanses of water, surrounded by cliffs and reeds. Tonight the Captain and his officers host a spectacular Farewell Captain’s Buffet. Dress up and dance, if you wish.

Day 5 ~ Friday:

After breakfast, PS Murray Princess arrives at Mannum where we reluctantly say farewell.

Optional Barossa Valley Tour (additional cost)
Discover Australia’s richest and best known wine making region – the Barossa Valley. Depart Mannum by coach where you will be transferred directly to your Barossa Valley tour at Williamstown. The tour includes three premium wineries, lunch and free time in Tanunda before returning to Adelaide at 5.30pm.

 



 

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