Murray Princess Discovery Cruise, Barossa & Riverland Explorer

Our day today we will explore the beautiful Barossa Valley, with visits to Maggie Beers Farm Shop and also the Penfolds Barossa Cellar Door, home of the famous Grange, arguably Australia’s most celebrated wine and a heritage icon of South Australia. At Maggie Beers we enjoy a brief talk on the history of the property and Maggie’s culinary career plus spend some time in the gourmet gift shop. Then up at Penfolds Cellar Door we get to experience a piece of Penfolds history. We then visit the historic Seppeltsfield Estate for a delicious ‘Barossa Style Lunch’ followed by a ‘Grand Insight Tour and Tastings’, which includes a behind the scenes look through the estate’s treasure trove of historical buildings. We then return to Tanunda where we have the option of relaxing back at the resort or enjoying some leisure time in Tanunda with a must visit to the Barossa Tourist Information Centre which is also home to the Barossa Made Wares and Food Pantry featuring bespoke, artisan and unique products and produce all handmade in the Barossa. After a delightful day out we gather back at Angus and Co for a social drink at own cost before dinner.

Overnight Tanunda: Barossa Weintal Resort

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

This morning after a leisurely breakfast and checkout we depart the Barossa Valley and head across South Australia’s Riverland as we travel via Waikerie, home to some delightful silo art promoting “Healthy River - Healthy Community” and also the Rain Moth Gallery where we take a look through the exhibition rooms and gift shop. We also take in the views from the Holder Bend Lookout before heading across to the unique Banrock Station Wine and Wetland Centre for amazing views along with a wine, food and nature experience. We then loop Lake Bonny, stopping by Nappers Ruins and Lake Bonny Reserve before pulling up alongside the lakes ANZAC Centenary Memorial in Barmera to enjoy a stroll along the shoreline. From Barmera we head across through Glossop to Berri where we check into our riverside accommodation at the Berri Hotel Motel for our two night stay. After check in there will be time for a stroll alongside the banks of the Murray River before gathering for dinner in the hotel Riverview Bistro.

Overnight Berri: Berri Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast we set off for our day in the Riverland with our first stop, Olivewood Historic Homestead and Museum, original home of Canadian Charles Chaffey, who with his brothers George and William established the Renmark and Mildura Irrigation Colonies. Our next stop we visit the Frank Harding Collection, which features two galleries of Frank Harding’s own paintings and illustrations. The first gallery features a 3,000 square metre ceiling mural of Bushrangers and their exploits, many paintings showing the diversity of Frank’s ability and a large collection of Australian memorabilia. The second gallery houses the unique “They Flew For The King” collection of aircraft paintings. Each painting depicts an actual event and has been authenticated and signed by the pilots. 23rd Street Distillery historic site provides the perfect setting for relaxing lunch. We have a tasting of the single malt whiskey that has been carefully hand-crafted and distilled in the on-site distillery. Across the river in Paringa we check out the Silo Art and also the famous 8 tonne, 600 year old ‘Black Stump” and Renmark/Paringa Community Museum. Our last stop for the day is at the Almondco Almond Hut showcasing a fantastic bespoke range of almond products in store. We then return to our accommodation to relax and freshen up before dinner.

Overnight Berri: Berri Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast and checkout, we make our way across to the Murray River Port of Mannum, birthplace of the Murray River trade and communication. We travel via Loxton where we take in a tour of The Pines and learn about Ella Kingdon’s family history and why she gifted her home to the community she loved so much. Across in Karoonda we take a break to purchase lunch before arriving down in Mannum. It’s here we board the PS Murray Princess, after settling into our cabins we cruise downriver, while we enjoying our Welcome Dinner. As we cruise under floodlight to our overnight mooring at Mundurra, we may see nocturnal wildlife on the riverbank such as kangaroos, hairynosed wombats, tortoises, egrets and many other species. The on-board entertainer provides music for the night owls.

Overnight Murray Princess: Outside Cabins

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

In 1879 the first bridge to span the Murray River was built at Edwards Crossing, which quickly became the bustling township of Murray Bridge. After a hearty breakfast, choose to join a guided tour of the town’s historic landmarks and local attractions or go on a wildlife tour at Monarto Safari Park (additional cost). Those who choose to experience Monarto Safari Park will arrive back on board the Murray Princess in time for lunch then join us in the Sturt Dining Room for a special presentation on the bounty of food and wine produced in the Riverland. This afternoon, we continue our journey upriver mooring tonight at Salt Bush Flat. After dinner, enjoy being entertained by the talented

crew

Overnight Murray Princess: Outside Cabins

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

This morning, join a guided nature walk where our guide will share the secrets of the local flora and fauna. It’s a great way to get in a little exercise before the PS Murray Princess departs and cruises downriver. Near Fromms Landing, we turn and head downriver to River View Lodge (near Piggy Flat / Coolcha) where our discovery vessel awaits for a wildlife cruise. Travelling in small, personalised groups, we explore the maze of the river where the birdlife is amazing. Watch for darters, herons and egrets feeding along the river’s muddy edges. The afternoon offers a choice of bocce or fishing challenges before a delicious final night dinner in the Sturt Dining Room.

Overnight Murray Princess: Outside Cabins

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, the PS Murray Princess arrives in Mannum, where we farewell the crew before enjoying some free time in the historic port township. Take time to check out the historic PS Marion, an original steamer of the paddle boat era, the new Mannum Dock Discovery Centre and then take time to browse the shops and cafés along the main street. From Mannum we head up to into the Adelaide Hills to the Cedars, home and grounds of famed 20th-century landscape painter Hans Heysen. The Mt Lofty Summit Lookout then provides us with amazing panoramic views across the city of Adelaide and its seaside suburbs. We then make our way back across to the Adelaide Airport for our late afternoon flight back home after enjoying a wonderful few days away exploring the Barossa Valley and Riverland regions and cruising the Murray River with Trade Travel.

Flight Details: Adelaide - Brisbane/Sydney/Melbourne/Canberra

Meals: Breakfast