Wonders of the Murray River & Kangaroo Island Tour

Adelaide, South Australia’s cosmopolitan capital, is a delightful cultural city which hosts international arts festivals with spin-offs including fringe and film festivals. Compact in size and with a number of major cultural and entertainment venues as well as 29 large public parks, it regularly ranks among the world’s most liveable cities. Discover the Anglican Holy Trinity Church and the Parliament House. Explore the collection of Aboriginal, colonial, and Melanesian art at the South Australian Museum. Stroll the historic Adelaide Central Market, or simply relax beneath a fig tree canopy in the Botanic Gardens.

Today you’ll embark on a tour to South Australia’s premium wine region to sample some of the Barossa’ Valley’s finest wines. Soak up the breathtaking sights of sprawling vineyards with a stop at the multi award-winning Jacob’s Creek Visitor Centre, where you’ll sample delicious wines and enjoy a walking tour. Next, you’ll travel to Mengler Hill Lookout for beguiling views of the valley before continuing on to Saltram Wine Estate for a further wine-tasting tour.

Leaving Adelaide behind, you’ll embark on a ferry journey to Kangaroo Island to begin your two-day tour. Kangaroo Island offers stunning scenery, crystal-clear waters and beautiful wilderness inhabited by native Australian animals. First, you’ll visit Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery where you’ll take a guided walk before lunch. Next, you’ll enjoy a guided beach walk amongst Australian sea lions at the Seal Bay Conservation Park before reaching Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park. Make unforgettable memories as you spend time with Koalas, hand feed Kangaroos and Wallabies, interact with snakes and learn more about endangered species.

Enjoy more of the attractions of this captivating island beginning with a visit to Clifford’s Honey Farm where you’ll enjoy an informative talk and sample homemade honey ice cream. Next, you’ll travel to Emu Bay Lavender Farm for a delectable lunch and a walk through the vibrant lavender fields. Explore highlights with stops at Reeves Point, Pennington Bay and Kingscote, before finishing the day with a wine tasting at Dudley Wines Clifftop Cellar Door. Indulge in the flavours of their boutique wines and relish the panoramic vistas of the sapphire blue ocean and lush green hillsides.

Spend some time at leisure this morning before you transfer to Mannum Wharf port where you’ll embark the PS Murray Princess for a unique cruise experience along the Murray River. Embrace the character and charm of yesteryear as you savour your elegant surroundings. This remarkable vessel was built specifically for the Murray River and offers a true taste of a bygone era to anyone who cruises with her. You’ll head downriver as you tuck into a delicious Welcome Dinner. As you cruise under floodlight, you may spot nocturnal wildlife grazing at the riverbank before mooring at Mundurra.

In 1879, the first bridge to span the mighty Murray River was built at Edwards Crossing, which quickly became the bustling township of Murray Bridge. Following a hearty breakfast, you’ll embark on a guided tour of Murray Bridge and explore the town’s historic Roundhouse. The unusual hexagonal shaped historical residence captures the history of this remarkable region and enhances magnificent views of the river. Back on board, you’ll enjoy a special presentation of the bounty of food and wine produced in the Riverland and continue your journey upriver where you’ll moor at Salt Bush Flat.

This morning, you’ll enjoy a spot of exercise as you join your guide for a nature walk around the spectacular scenery of Salt Bush Flat, learning the secrets of the local flora and fauna. Back on board, you’ll head downriver to River View Lodge where you’ll embark on a wildlife tour. In small groups, you’ll wind through the maze of river and observe the majestic views of river birdlife, including darters, herons and egrets before enjoying an afternoon of bocce or fishing challenges. Savour a final night celebration of the farewell Captain’s Dinner and Dance.

Arriving back in Mannum after breakfast, you’ll disembark at the Mannum Wharf and transfer to the airport for your flight back home.