4-Night Murray River Cruise on the classic Murray Princess

About this tour

Spend four nights aboard the Murray Princess, a historic paddle wheeler tracing the Murray River through inland Australia. This cruise combines riverside heritage with outback culture—visit Aboriginal archaeological sites, working sheep stations, and local wineries whilst spotting native wildlife from the water. You'll settle into an outside cabin, enjoy daily meals and wine tastings, and choose from optional shore excursions at each port. The journey moves at a relaxed pace, letting you absorb the river's natural rhythms and colonial history.

Highlights

• Sleep aboard an authentic paddle wheeler with Outside Cabin views
• Aboriginal archaeological site visit and cultural insights
• Working sheep farm tour with rural station experience
• Vineyard wine tasting and local cellar education
• Native wildlife spotting from deck and tender boats
• Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
• Return coach transfers from Adelaide with parking option

What to expect

Four days moving steadily downstream at a contemplative pace. Mornings bring wildlife sightings from the upper decks—native birds, river creatures, eucalyptus shorelines. Port stops (typically afternoons) open onto towns and attractions: you'll walk through an archaeological site, spend a few hours on a working farm, taste wines direct from a cellar. Evenings centre on the dining room—three-course dinners with fellow passengers, then deck time as the sun drops over the water. Tender boat rides take you where the main vessel can't reach. Cabins are modest but comfortable; the ship has lift access and suitable for most fitness levels.

Good to know

Included meals cover breakfast, lunch, and dinner; alcoholic drinks are extra. Gratuities aren't included in the fare. Optional shore excursions cost separately. The coach departs Adelaide early; parking is available on request. Service animals are welcome.