MAKE AMAZING MEMORIES ON THE
MIGHTY MURRAY ON BOARD THE PS MURRAY PRINCESS
RIVER CRUISING AND HOLIDAYS 2020/2021
MIGHTY SCENERY… AND MUCH MORE! Find your authentic Australia on the PS Murray Princess. Rivers have long defined the heart and soul of Australia – for native peoples, settlers, and travellers alike – and no river is more important than the Murray. From its source in the Kosciusko National Park, through to its outlet into the Southern Ocean, the mighty Murray River has shaped our land as it carves its way to the sea.
Image courtesy of Murray River Walk
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If you’ve ever wanted to explore this special part of the world, now’s the time to step onto the PS Murray Princess for a truly memorable trip. From historic settlements and native wildlife, to spectacular scenery and lots more, you’ll experience our country at its most genuine – and all from the elegance of the southern hemisphere’s largest inland paddlewheeler. Discover your own authentic Australia on the PS Murray Princess – we’re looking forward to welcoming you aboard!
Adelaide
Murray River
Barossa
Cape Je
Pennesha
Kangaroo Adelaide Island
South Australia
Adelaide Hills
Mannum
Cape Jervis
South Australia
Kangaroo Island
Penneshaw
CONTENTS Life on the Murray River
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The paddlewheeler PS Murray Princess
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In good company 3 Night Discovery Cruise
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4 Night Outback Heritage Cruise
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7 Night Murraylands and Wildlife Cruise
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7 Night Upper Murraylands Cruise
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Event cruises, group cruising and charters
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3 Night ‘Hot August Night’ Music Cruise
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7 Night Loxton Cruises
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7 Night Christmas Cruise
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5 Night New Year’s Eve Cruise
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Onshore Tours
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Explore more of South Australia
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Fall in love with Adelaide and Kangaroo Island
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Before you cruise
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Our cruises at a glance
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Cruise Calendar
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Booking Terms and Conditions
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LIFE ON THE MURRAY RIVER Set sail from Mannum, and you’ll feel life’s stresses begin to give way to the river’s soothing calmness as it flows towards the sea. Pelicans glide across the water, spoonbills peer down from the treetops, and parrots skip from branch to branch as the scenery slips by. Gaze out from the sun deck and take in the billabongs, woodlands and pastures, and imagine a distant age of riverboat trade.
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If you’re keen to see more, take a nature walk, exploring ancient forests where Aboriginal people once carved canoes from the eucalypts, or join us on one of our excursions into this special part of South Australia. Then, once the sun sets, a new part of the river becomes home as the PS Murray Princess finds a quiet moorage. Swap stories with your fellow guests over dinner or a drink before a peaceful night’s sleep. There’s no better way to experience the tranquility and timelessness of Australia’s mightiest river than aboard our paddlewheeler, the PS Murray Princess.
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THE PS MURRAY PRINCESS
The timeless elegance of the PS Murray Princess.
Hosting just 120 guests, the PS Murray Princess offers relaxed, informal small ship cruising through this special outback river landscape.
With all the character and charm of yesteryear, the PS Murray Princess is an authentic paddlewheeler built to cruise the mighty Murray River. The southern hemisphere’s largest inland paddlewheeler is propelled by a stern wheel that you can view through the double storey lounge window. It’s a real taste of bygone days, with the elegance and convenience you’d expect today.
We provide complimentary coach transfers between Adelaide and Mannum, as well as secure car parking in Mannum. See page 28 for more details. FACTS AND FIGURES Passenger capacity: 120
Beam: 15 metres
Registry: Mannum, Australia
Draft: 1.2 metres
Tonnage: 1,500 tonnes
Speed: 6 knots
Length: 67 metres
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ON BOARD FACILITIES
EARLY BOOKING SAVER FARES
SAVE UP TO
20%
Sun deck
Gift shop and café
Bar
Mini-gym
Two passenger lounges
Small library and free wi-fi
Dining room
Lift facilities
Tea and coffee facilities
Guest laundry
FOR BOOKINGS MADE 90 DAYS IN ADVANCE
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IN GOOD COMPANY Whether you’re travelling as a couple, going solo, in a group, or with family, you can be sure that a cruise on the PS Murray Princess is a friendly one.
And don’t worry if you want some quiet ‘me-time’, there are plenty of places inside and out where you can read, relax, or just watch the world go by.
From the moment you join us, our team members will make you feel right at home – and within a few minutes, you may well find yourself chatting to fellow passengers who are ready to strike up new friendships. Dinner each evening is a real opportunity to bond with guests on your table, while breakfast and lunch – and not forgetting the bar! – are a great chance to socialise with different people.
SUN DECK
STURT DECK
When it’s time to retreat to your own space, you’ll find just the right accommodation for you. Each of our cabins and staterooms, which are serviced daily, are equipped with an ensuite bathroom featuring complimentary toiletries, and there are electric blankets if you’re with us in the colder part of the year. If you need a little more help getting around, don’t worry. Four of our outside cabins are wheelchair accessible, as are their ensuite bathrooms – and for maximum convenience, two cabins on the Randell Deck are located opposite the lift for an easy trip to the dining and lounge decks.
CADELL DECK
RANDELL DECK
CHAFFEY DECK
FORWARD DECK
BAR
DANCE FLOOR DINING ROOM
AWNING
SERVERY
GALLEY
LIFT
LIFT
UPPER LOUNGE
W/C
GYM
W/C SHOP / CAFE
Stateroom Double Bed
Outside Cabin Extra Bed
Inside Cabin
Disabled Facilities
Lift available between Sturt Deck and Randell Deck only.
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LIFT
LAUNDRY
STATEROOMS Our 6 spacious staterooms can be found on the Randell and Cadell decks. Each stateroom offers a queen size bed – some have an extra single bed – and open onto the outside deck walkway. Mini-bar, fridge and tea and coffee making facilities are also included.
OUTSIDE CABINS Our 45 outside cabins are located on the Randell and Cadell Decks. The majority of these cabins have twin beds; a limited number of double bed cabins are also available. Each outside cabin opens onto the outside deck walkway, and feature picture windows to view the passing scenery.
INSIDE CABINS Our 9 inside cabins are located on the lower Chaffey Deck and open onto a wide inside passageway. Inside cabins offer twin beds; a limited number of double bed cabins are also available. Each inside cabin has a small window high in the ensuite facing the outside. Note: inside cabins are only accessible by stairs.
READY TO SAIL? FIND OUT MORE!
Turn the page to learn more about our range of fabulous cruises on board the PS Murray Princess…
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3 NIGHT DISCOVERY CRUISE Indulge in a long weekend on the beautiful Murray River between Walker Flat and Murray Bridge to cruise through spectacular riverlands that feature an amazing variety of flora and fauna. Join us for a nature walk, get up close to river wildlife by small boat, visit the historic township of Murray Bridge and learn about the food and wine of this famous region. HIGHLIGHTS Explore the township of Murray Bridge, tour of the historic Roundhouse Take the Monarto Wildlife Tour around one of the world’s largest open-range zoos (optional – see page 25) Join the Captain for a guided nature walk at Salt Bush Flat Enjoy a structured Riverland food and wine tasting experience Get up close to the river birdlife on board the ‘Dragon-Fly’ flat-bottomed boat Dance the night away at the Captain’s Dinner and Dance Experience one of the world’s most popular wine regions on the Barossa Wine and Heritage Tour (optional – see page 25)
PRICES Per person from:
Twin Share Early Booking Standard Saver
Inside Cabin
$836
Single Early Booking Standard Saver
$1045
$1137
$1421
Outside Cabin
$1108
$1385
$1507
$1884
Stateroom
$1436
$1795
$1953
$2441
Book an Early Booking Saver fare at least 90 days in advance. Conditions apply.
DEPARTURE DETAILS Departs selected Fridays at 4.30pm Boarding from 2.30pm Mannum (Mary Ann Reserve) Returns to Mannum the following Monday at 9.00am 2020 Departure Dates
2021 Departure Dates
April 3, 10*, 17, 24*
January 8, 15, 29
May 1, 15, 22, 29
February 5, 19, 26
June 12
March 5, 19, 26
July 3*, 10*, 24*, 31 August 14, 21*, 28 September 4, 18 October 2, 9, 23, 30 November 6, 13
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* S pecial Event Cruise – see page 30 for details
Swan Reach Punyelroo
N
Big Bend W
E
Devon Downs
Sunnydale Nildottie Ngaut Ngaut
S
Walker Flat Fromms Landing Caurnamont Purnong 2 Salt Bush Flat
Mannum
Bow Hill
Younghusband 3
Piggy Flat/ Coolcha Wood Lane
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Mundurra
Monarto Zoo Murray Bridge
DEPARTS FRIDAYS 1 Mundurra Murray Bridge / Monarto Zoo Turnaround Point (Murray Bridge)
2 Salt Bush Flat Turnaround Point (Fromms Landing)
3 Piggy Flat / Coolcha
LEGEND Start / Finish Route
1 Overnight Stay Onshore Tour Turnaround Point
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4 NIGHT OUTBACK HERITAGE CRUISE Spend a little longer with us on the Murray River as we sail from the historic river port of Mannum, through Lock #1 to Blanchetown. You’ll follow the course of great Australian pioneers as we experience captivating wildlife and majestic scenery, tour the Burk Salter Boutique Winery, take a trip to the Sunnydale Woolshed Show... and lots, lots more. HIGHLIGHTS Cruise through Lock #1 at Blanchetown Visit the cellar door at Burk Salter Boutique Winery Explore the Swan Reach Museum (gold coin donation at entry) See the towering sandstone cliffs at Big Bend Watch the Sunnydale Woolshed Show and visit the Native Wildlife Shelter Enjoy a delicious riverside Aussie BBQ feast with live entertainment Go spotlighting on a Nocturnal Tour at Sunnydale (optional – see page 25) Enjoy a Bush Tucker Breakfast (optional – see page 25) Explore the Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve with an expert local guide Delight in a scenic tender boat ride Enjoy the Barossa Wine and Heritage Tour (optional – see page 25)
PRICES Per person from:
Twin Share Early Booking Standard Saver
Single Early Booking Standard Saver
Inside Cabin
$1148
$1435
$1561
$1952
Outside Cabin
$1480
$1850
$2013
$2516
Stateroom
$1912
$2390
$2600
$3250
Book an Early Booking Saver fare at least 90 days in advance. Conditions apply.
DEPARTURE DETAILS Departs selected Mondays at 4.30pm Boarding from 2.30pm Mannum (Mary Ann Reserve) Returns to Mannum the following Friday at 9.00am 2020 Departure Dates
2021 Departure Dates
April 6, 13, 20, 27
January 4, 11, 18
May 4, 18, 25
February 1, 8, 22
June 1, 15
March 1, 8, 22, 29
July 6*, 13*, 27* August 3, 17, 24, 31 September 7, 21 October 5, 12, 26 November 2, 9, 16
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* Special Event Cruise – see page 30 for details
DEPARTS MONDAYS
Blanchetown
1 Caurnamont
Moorundie
2 Blanchetown Burk Salter Boutique Winery
Burk Salter Boutique Winery
2 Lock 1
N
Turnaround Point (Burk Salter) Swan Reach
W
E
3 Sunnydale
Swan Reach Punyelroo
S
Ngaut Ngaut
4 Younghusband
Big Bend
Sunnydale
3
Nildottie
Devon Downs
Ngaut Ngaut Walker Flat
LEGEND
Fromms Landing
Start / Finish Route
1 Overnight Stay Onshore Tour Turnaround Point
1 Caurnamont Purnong Salt Bush Flat
Mannum
4
Younghusband
Bow Hill Piggy Flat/ Coolcha
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7 NIGHT MURRAYLANDS & WILDLIFE CRUISE Take a week to discover the South Australian outback as we journey along the world’s third longest navigable river. This seven night cruise brings to life the unique history and nature of the people and places that lie between Blanchetown and Murray Bridge. Follow the region’s food and wine trail, get up close to native wildlife and the Big Bend sandstone cliffs, and find out more about how first Australians lived. HIGHLIGHTS Explore the township of Murray Bridge, and tour the historic Roundhouse Take the Monarto Wildlife Tour (optional – see page 25) Get up close to the river birdlife on board the ‘Dragon-Fly’ flat-bottomed boat FREE Barossa Wine and Heritage Tour (see page 25) Be in awe as the Captain navigates through Lock #1 at Blanchetown Visit the cellar door at Burk Salter Boutique Winery See the towering sandstone cliffs at Big Bend Watch the Sunnydale Woolshed Show and visit the Native Wildlife Shelter Enjoy a delicious riverside Aussie BBQ with live entertainment Go spotlighting on a Nocturnal Tour at Sunnydale (optional – see page 25) Enjoy a Bush Tucker Breakfast (optional – see page 25) Explore the Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve with a local expert guide
PRICES Per person from:
Twin Share Early Booking Standard Saver
Single Early Booking Standard Saver
Inside Cabin
$1825
$2282
$2482
$3103
Outside Cabin
$2459
$3073
$3344
$4180
Stateroom
$3181
$3976
$4326
$5407
Book an Early Booking Saver fare at least 90 days in advance. Conditions apply.
DEPARTURE DETAILS Departs selected Mondays and Fridays at 4.30pm Boarding from 2.30pm Mannum (Mary Ann Reserve) Returns to Mannum the following Monday or Friday at 9.00am 2020 Departure Dates
2021 Departure Dates
April 3, 6*, 10*, 13, 17, 20*, 24*, 27
January 4, 8, 11, 15, 29
May 1, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29
February 1, 5, 19, 22, 26
June 12
March 1, 5, 19, 22, 26, 29
July 3*, 6*, 10*, 24*, 27*, 31 August 14, 17*, 21*, 24, 28, 31 September 4, 18 October 2, 5, 9, 23, 26, 30 November 2, 6, 9, 13
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* Special Event Cruise – see page 30 for details
DEPARTS MONDAYS & FRIDAYS (Friday departure shown)
1 Mundurra Murray Bridge / Monarto Zoo Turnaround Point (Murray Bridge)
2 Salt Bush Flat Turnaround Point (Fromms Landing)
3 Piggy Flat / Coolcha Mannum – Barossa Tour
4 Caurnamont
Burk Salter Boutique Winery
Blanchetown
5 Lock 1
5 Blanchetown Moorundie
Burk Salter Boutique Winery Turnaround Point (Burk Salter) Swan Reach
6 Sunnydale
Swan Reach
Ngaut Ngaut
Punyelroo
7 Younghusband
Sunnydale
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Big Bend
Nildottie
Devon Downs
Ngaut Ngaut Walker Flat Fromms Landing
LEGEND
4 Caurnamont Purnong
Start / Finish
2 Salt Bush Flat
Route
1 Overnight Stay
Mannum
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Bow Hill
Younghusband 3
Onshore Tour
Piggy Flat/ Coolcha
Turnaround Point
Wood Lane N
W
E
1 Mundurra S
Monarto Zoo Murray Bridge
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7 NIGHT UPPER MURRAYLANDS CRUISE This week long cruise takes us through the Murraylands’ ancient gorges and red gum forests, past towering sandstone cliffs and historic ports, local vineyards and nature trails to Morgan and beyond. You’ll visit the picturesque towns of Waikerie, Morgan and Swan Reach, and lunch at the Banrock Station Wine and Wetland Centre. It’s an unmissable way to experience the sights, sounds and tastes of inland river life. HIGHLIGHTS See the towering sandstone cliffs at Big Bend Get up close to the river birdlife on board the ‘Dragon-Fly’ flat-bottomed boat Be in awe as the Captain navigates through Lock #1 at Blanchetown Take a scenic coach transfer from Morgan and visit the town of Waikerie Enjoy lunch and wine tastings at Banrock Station Wine and Wetland Centre Explore the gardens and orchards, and visit the cellar door at Caudo Vineyard Discover the Morgan and Swan Reach townships, and visit their historical museums (gold coin donation at entry) Watch the Sunnydale Woolshed Show and visit the Native Wildlife Shelter Enjoy a delicious riverside Aussie BBQ and live entertainment Go spotlighting on a Nocturnal Tour at Sunnydale (optional – see page 25) Enjoy a Bush Tucker Breakfast (optional – see page 25) Learn about the Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve with an expert local guide Riverland food and wine tasting
PRICES Per person from:
Twin Share Early Booking Standard Saver
Inside Cabin
$1984
Outside Cabin Stateroom
Single Early Booking Standard Saver
$2480
$2698
$3373
$2588
$3235
$3520
$4400
$3348
$4185
$4553
$5692
Book an Early Booking Saver fare at least 90 days in advance. Conditions apply.
DEPARTURE DETAILS Departs selected Fridays at 4.30pm Boarding from 2.30pm Mannum (Mary Ann Reserve) Returns to Mannum the following Friday at 9.00am 2020 Departure Dates
2021 Departure Dates
May 8
January 22*
June 5
February 12
July 17*
March 12
August 7 September 11 October 16
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* Special Event Cruise – see page 30 for details
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3
326km mark
Morgan Lock 2
Cadell
DEPARTS SELECTED FRIDAYS
Caudo Vineyard
1 Caurnamont
Donald Flat Lagoon 5
2 Sugar Shack 3 Morgan
Lock 3
Waikerie
Banrock Station Wine & Wetland Centre
Roonka Conservation Park
Waikerie Banrock Station Wine & Wetland Centre
Moorook
4 326km Mark Caudo Vineyard
Lock 1
Moorundie
Turnaround Point Morgan
N
5 Donald Flat Lagoon
2 Sugar Shack W
Swan Reach
6 Sunnydale
Swan Reach
S
Punyelroo
Ngaut Ngaut
7 Younghusband
Sunnydale
6
Big Bend
E
Nildottie
Devon Downs
Ngaut Ngaut
LEGEND Start / Finish
Walker Flat Fromms Landing
Route
1 Caurnamont Purnong Salt Bush Flat
Mannum
7
Bow Hill
Younghusband Piggy Flat/ Coolcha
Coach Transfer (Day 3)
1 Overnight Stay Onshore Tour Turnaround Point
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SPECIAL EVENTS, GROUP CRUISING AND CHARTERS SPECIAL EVENT CRUISES
GROUP CRUISING
From ‘Christmas in July’, to our ‘Hot August Night’ Music Cruise, and more, our themed event cruises add that extra difference! We have a range of ways for you to make your trip on the PS Murray Princess even more special.
Family celebrations... mates’ reunions... Probus Groups... Lifestyle Villages...a Group Cruise onboard the PS Murray Princess is the ideal way to experience a truly memorable time together. There’s no problems getting you to and from to the PS Murray Princess either – we have our own fleet of modern, air conditioned coaches!
The following pages feature four of our signature event cruises in detail, but for dates on our full range of event cruises, please refer to page 30 or visit murrayprincess.com.au/event-cruises.
CHARTERS If you want to charter the entire ‘Princess’ and choose your own course, or select from our popular charter itineraries, we’d be happy to help you out. Contact us to explore how we can make it happen.
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Our Sales Consultants can even arrange air or rail travel to get you to Adelaide with pre or post cruise accommodation. Contact us now for more information about group discounts and availability or visit murrayprincess.com.au/ps-murrayprincess/private-charters.
3 NIGHT ‘HOT AUGUST NIGHT’ MUSIC CRUISE This cruise is a sell out each year, so get in quick! Enjoy great music and dancing with friends on the beautiful Murray River while being entertained by our special guest entertainers with their “Oh My God, Neil Diamond Sounds Like Me Show”, Dave Freeman and Paul Gill. HIGHLIGHTS Friday night – Dinner Dance with music performed by Paul Gill Saturday night – “OMG Neil Diamond Sounds Like Me” Hot August Night Show, featuring Dave Freeman, including storytelling, dancing and music from Neil Diamond’s famous Hot August Night Album Music Quiz with Paul Gill (with great prizes to win) Game of Bocce on the riverbank with Dave Freeman Sunday night – Captain’s Dinner and Dance with music by Dave Freeman and Paul Gill Explore Murray Bridge and tour this historic Roundhouse
DEPARTS 21 AUGUST 2020 1 Mundurra
Take the Monarto Wildlife Tour around one of the world’s largest open range zoos (optional – see page 25)
Murray Bridge / Monarto Zoo
Enjoy a guided nature walk at Salt Bush Flat
Turnaround Point (Murray Bridge)
2 Salt Bush Flat
Taste Riverland food and wine Get up close to the river birdlife on board the ‘Dragon-fly’ flat bottomed boat cruise Experience one of the world’s most popular wine regions on the Barossa Wine and Heritage Tour (optional – see page 25)
Turnaround Point (Fromms Landing)
N
3 Piggy Flat / Coolcha W
E
PRICES Per person from:
S
Twin Share Early Booking Standard Saver
Single Early Booking Standard Saver
Inside Cabin
$931
$1140
$1232
$1516
Outside Cabin
$1203
$1480
$1602
$1979
Stateroom
$1531
$1890
Walker Flat
$2048
$2536
Fromms Landing Caurnamont Purnong 2 Salt Bush
Mannum
3
Wood Lane
Departs Friday 21 August 2020 Boarding from 2.30pm Mannum (Mary Ann Reserve) Returns to Mannum the following Monday at 9.00am Return coach transfers to/from Adelaide available Available as a 7 night cruise, departing on the 17th and 21st of August 2020. Please enquire for full details.
Bow Hill
Piggy Flat / Coolcha
Book an Early Booking Saver fare at least 90 days in advance. Conditions apply.
DEPARTURE DETAILS
Flat
Younghusband
1 Mundurra
Monarto Zoo Murray Bridge
LEGEND Start / Finish Route
1 Overnight Stay Onshore Tour Turnaround Point
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7 NIGHT LOXTON CRUISES Join us aboard the PS Murray Princess as we follow in the wake of great 19th Century Pioneers on a unique journey through three Locks. This 339km voyage between Mannum and Loxton operates every second year when the conditions are right. Over seven nights, you can choose to cruise upriver to Loxton, or enjoy the itinerary in reverse, returning to Mannum. HIGHLIGHTS Explore the Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve with an expert local guide Watch the Sunnydale Woolshed Show and visit the Native Wildlife Shelter Enjoy a delicious riverside Aussie BBQ Go spotlighting on a Nocturnal Tour (optional – see page 25) Delight in a scenic tender boat ride Free time in Morgan and Waikerie to explore their townships and local museums Tour the gardens and orchards, and enjoy wine tasting at the cellar door at Caudo Vineyard Cruise through Locks 1 (Blanchetown), 2 (Waikerie) and 3 (Overland Corner) Enjoy a guided tour of the historic Overland Corner Hotel Visit the Cobdogla Irrigation and Steam Museum Visit The Village in historic Loxton
PRICES Per person from:
Twin Share Early Booking Standard Saver
Single Early Booking Standard Saver
Inside Cabin
$2452
$2700
$3256
$3593
Outside Cabin
$3132
$3455
$4180
$4620
Stateroom
N/A
$4405
N/A
$5912
Book an Early Booking Saver fare at least 90 days in advance. Conditions apply.
DEPARTURE DETAILS Departs Friday 20 November 2020 (Mannum to Loxton) Departs Friday 27 November 2020 (Loxton to Mannum) Return coach transfers to/from Adelaide available Complimentary parking in Mannum with transfers to/from Loxton available
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MANNUM TO LOXTON DEPARTS 20 NOVEMBER 2020 LOXTON TO MANNUM DEPARTS 27 NOVEMBER 2020*
1 Piggy Flat / Coolcha
Waikerie
5 Overland Corner
Ngaut Ngaut
2 Sunnydale
Cobdogla
6 Nynes Island
3 Morgan
Loxton
Caudo Vineyard
7 Katarapko Creek
4 Old Distillery
Morgan
3
Cadell
Caudo Vineyard
Lock 2 4
Old Distillery 5
Murbko
Overland Corner
Waikerie
Lock 3
Roonka Conservation Park
Blanchetown
Moorook
Salter’s Station
N
W
Swan Reach Punyelroo
Devon Downs
2
Sunnydale Nildottie
Ngaut Ngaut
Berri
Bruno Bay Lock 4
Nynes Island 6
Lock 1
Moorundie
Big Bend
Cobdogla
Kingston on Murray
Katarapko Creek E
7
Loxton
S
LEGEND Start / Finish Route
Walker Flat
1 Overnight Stay
Fromms Landing Caurnamont Purnong
Lake Carlet
Mannum
Younghusband
1
Salt Bush Flat Bow Hill
Onshore Tour * NOTE: Map is based on the Mannum to Loxton Cruise. Overnight moorings may vary on the reverse itinerary
Piggy Flat / Coolcha Wood Lane
Mundurra
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7 NIGHT CHRISTMAS CRUISE Experience the magic and serenity of the Mighty Murray River as you cruise on this delightful 7 night Christmas Cruise on board the majestic ‘Princess’. Enjoy a traditional Christmas Lunch with your new found friends. There’s a Mystery Day Tour on this cruise too! HIGHLIGHTS Explore the township of Murray Bridge or take a tour of the historic Roundhouse Take the Monarto Zoo Wildlife Tour (optional – see page 25) Traditional South Australian Christmas Lunch and a visit by Santa on Christmas Day Mystery Day Tour departing Mannum Cruise through Lock #1 at Blanchetown Visit the cellar door at Burk Salter Boutique Winery Explore the Swan Reach township and visit the Swan Reach Museum (gold coin donation at entry) Watch the Sunnydale Woolshed Show and visit the Native Wildlife Shelter Enjoy a delicious riverside Aussie BBQ with live entertainment Go spotlighting on a Nocturnal Tour at Sunnydale (optional – see page 25) Explore the Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve with a local expert guide Christmas themed activities, festivities and carols
PRICES Per person from:
Twin Share Early Booking Standard Saver
Single Early Booking Standard Saver
Inside Cabin
$2270
$2499
$3010
Outside Cabin
$2983
$3290
$3979
$4397
N/A
$4193
N/A
$5624
Stateroom
$3320
Book an Early Booking Saver fare at least 90 days in advance. Conditions apply.
DEPARTURE DETAILS Departs Wednesday 23 December 2020 Boarding from 2.30pm Mannum (Mary Ann Reserve) Returns to Mannum the following Wednesday at 9.00am Return coach transfers to/from Adelaide available
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DEPARTS 23RD DECEMBER 2020 1 Mundurra Murray Bridge / Monarto Zoo Turnaround Point (Murray Bridge)
2 Salt Bush Flat Turnaround Point (Fromms Landing)
LEGEND Blanchetown
Start / Finish
Burk Salter Boutique Winery
5
Lock 1
Route
Moorundie
1 Overnight Stay Onshore Tour Turnaround Point
Swan Reach
3 Piggy Flat / Coolcha Punyelroo
Mannum – Mystery Day Tour
6
Big Bend
4 Caurnamont
Sunnydale Nildottie
Devon Downs
5 Blanchetown
Ngaut Ngaut
Burk Salter Boutique Winery Walker Flat
Turnaround Point (Burk Salter)
Fromms Landing
Swan Reach
Purnong
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Ngaut Ngaut
7 Younghusband
4 Caurnamont
Lake Carlet
6 Sunnydale
Mannum
Younghusband 3 Piggy Flat / Coolcha
2 Salt Bush Flat Bow Hill
Wood Lane
N
W
E
1 Mundurra S
Monarto Zoo
Murray Bridge
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5 NIGHT NEW YEAR’S EVE CRUISE Celebrate New Year’s Eve on board the PS Murray Princess on what will be a very special 5 night cruise from Mannum to Blanchetown. Experience the magic and majesty of the spectacular scenery, while celebrating and welcoming in the New Year!
DEPARTS 30TH DECEMBER 2020
LEGEND
1 Caurnamont
Start / Finish
2 Blanchetown
Route
1 Overnight Stay
Burk Salter Boutique Winery
HIGHLIGHTS Cruise through Lock #1 at Blanchetown Visit the cellar door at Burk Salter Boutique Winery Spectacular New Year’s Eve Party including Buffet Dinner and Entertainment Discover the Roonka Conservation Park and take a tender boat ride around the protected area Explore the Swan Reach township and visit the Swan Reach Museum (gold coin donation at entry) See the Big Bend towering sandstone cliffs
Roonka Conservation Park
Onshore Tour
Turnaround Point (Pelican Point)
Turnaround Point
3 Donald Flat Lagoon Swan Reach
4 Sunnydale Ngaut Ngaut
5 Younghusband
Watch the Sunnydale Woolshed Show, visit the Native Wildlife Shelter and enjoy a delicious riverside Aussie BBQ Pelican Point
Go spotlighting on a Nocturnal Tour at Sunnydale (optional – see page 25) Enjoy a Bush Tucker Breakfast (optional – see page 25)
Donald Flat Lagoon 3
Explore the Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve with a local expert guide
Roonka Conservation Park
PRICES Per person from:
Twin Share Early Booking Standard Saver
Single Early Booking Standard Saver
Inside Cabin
$1622
$1785
$2150
$2371
Outside Cabin
$2131
$2350
$2842
$3141
Stateroom
N/A
$2995
N/A
$4017
Book an Early Booking Saver fare at least 90 days in advance. Conditions apply.
Blanchetown
2
Burk Salter Boutique Winery
Lock 1 Moorundie
N
W
E Swan Reach Punyelroo
S
DEPARTURE DETAILS
Big Bend
Departs Wednesday 30 December 2020 Boarding from 2.30pm Mannum (Mary Ann Reserve) Returns to Mannum the following Monday at 9.00am Return coach transfers to/from Adelaide available
Devon Downs
4
Sunnydale Nildottie
Ngaut Ngaut Walker Flat Fromms Landing
1 Caurnamont
Lake Carlet
Mannum
Purnong
Salt Bush Flat Bow Hill
5 Younghusband Piggy Flat / Coolcha
Wood Lane
Mundurra
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ONSHORE TOURS If you want to get out and about to experience more of what this part of South Australia has to offer, we’d be delighted to host you on one of our optional onshore tours. Our tours are available to all passengers, depending on which cruise you decide to do. Whilst most of them can be booked once you’re onboard, both the Monarto Zoo and Barossa tours require pre-booking to avoid disappointment.
MONARTO ZOO WILDLIFE TOUR
BAROSSA WINE AND HERITAGE TOUR
$63pp (pre-bookings required)
$170pp (pre-bookings required)
Take a snapshot tour of one of the largest open-range zoos in the world, spanning more than 1,500 hectares and home to more than 50 species of exotic and native mammals, birds and reptiles.
Travel into the famous Barossa for wine tasting and morning tea at Jacob’s Creek Visitor Centre, Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop with a cooking demonstration and lunch and tastings at Lambert Estate.
Monarto Zoo Wildlife Tour – available on the 3 and 7 Night Murraylands and Wildlife Cruises.
Barossa Wine and Heritage Tour – available on conclusion of the 3 and 4 Night Cruises. Included FREE in 7 Night Murraylands and Wildlife Cruise.
BUSH TUCKER BREAKFAST
NOCTURNAL TOUR
$38pp (bookable onboard through your Cruise Director)
$20pp (bookable onboard through your Cruise Director)
Enjoy a traditional breakfast on the shores of the river. From kangaroo sausages and scrambled eggs to wattleseed pancakes and billy tea, the early morning sounds of the river will be a great way to start the day.
Enjoy a fun cart ride after sunset spotlighting for nocturnal animals including kangaroos, wombats, foxes and the many night birds found in this region. Warm blankets are provided on chilly nights!
Bush Tucker Breakfast – available on the 4 and 7 Night Cruises.
Nocturnal Tour – available on the 4 and 7 Night Cruises.
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VISITING SOUTH AUSTRALIA? EXPLORE MORE! From the award winning events and festival to the world famous wine regions of the Barossa and McLaren Vale. From the rugged outback of the Flinders Ranges, to the beautiful beaches, and the majestic Kangaroo Island... South Australia is here for you to discover, so why not consider extending your visit before or after your PS Murray Princess cruise? We’d be delighted to help you plan and book your trip! Here are a few suggestions, but this is just a taste. Visit murrayprincess.com.au or call us on 1300 729 938.
PRE OR POST CRUISE TOURING
Adelaide City Highlights – $70pp
Barossa Food and Wine Experience – $159pp
Adelaide is a cosmopolitan city offering a wealth of experiences including great food and wine, arts and culture, and world class sporting events. See the best of Adelaide and learn about its history on a friendly and relaxed tour.
Travel in a small group and enjoy a food and wine journey to South Australia’s premium wine region, the Barossa. Take time to sample some of the Barossa’s finest wines and gourmet food.
Kangaroo Island Experience – $310pp
Victor Harbor and McLaren Vale – $147pp
A popular tour for visitors who may only have one day for touring, this tour will ensure that you experience many of the main highlights of Kangaroo Island, including Seal Bay, Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch with 2-course lunch.
Adelaide’s Southern Vales and beaches. Visit Strathalbyn, Goolwa, with free time in Victor Harbor, before returning to Adelaide via the popular wine region, McLaren Vale. Includes a 3-course lunch.
PRE OR POST CRUISE ACCOMMODATION
Mercure Grosvenor Hotel Adelaide
Majestic Roof Garden Hotel
Stamford Plaza Adelaide
The 4-star Mercure Grosvenor Hotel Adelaide is the perfect base to explore the city and its surrounds. 181 modern designed rooms and suites feature comfortable furnishings, elegant colour palettes and state-of-the art amenities.
The award-winning 4.5-star Majestic Roof Garden Hotel is only a 2 minute walk from the bars, restaurants and shopping of Rundle Street and guests have access to the rooftop garden with panoramic views of the Adelaide Hills and East End.
Situated in the heart of the city on Adelaide’s key cultural boulevard, North Terrace, the 5-star Stamford Plaza Adelaide offers 334 elegantly furnished, spacious guest rooms and suites, with views of the Adelaide parklands, Adelaide Oval or city.
Air-conditioning
R/C Air-conditioning
R/C Air-conditioning
Disabled facilities
On-demand movies, free Wi-Fi and Foxtel
Disabled facilities
On-demand movies, free Wi-Fi and Foxtel
Mini gymnasium
Free Wi-Fi in public areas and Foxtel
Laundry service, dry cleaning and luggage storage
Guest laundry and luggage storage
Outdoor rooftop heated pool and spa, gymnasium
Restaurant and bar facilities
Restaurant and bar facilities
3 restaurants, cocktail lounge and bar facilities
Car parking (fees apply)
Car parking (fees apply)
Car parking (fees apply)
24 hour room service and reception
24 hour room service and reception
24 hour room service and reception
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FALL IN LOVE WITH ADELAIDE AND KANGAROO ISLAND WHILE YOU’RE HERE! Adelaide and South Australia is our back yard – and, while you’re here on the PS Murray Princess, we’d love to show you around! Captain Cook Cruises is part of the SeaLink Travel Group, a proud local travel expert ready to help you experience the very best of our city and nearby attractions as part of your holiday! On one of our packages, you can stay in our delightful home city for a few nights. Fall in love with our German village in the hills, Hahndorf. Head for Kangaroo Island for an experience like no other and finish with a cruise of your choice on the mighty Murray.
8, 9 OR 12 DAY PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS 3 nights accommodation in Adelaide Enjoy a full day Ultimate Adelaide and Hahndorf tour. Highlights include Haigh’s Chocolates factory tour and tastings, St Peter’s Cathedral, Adelaide Oval, Mt Lofty Summit and free time to explore beautiful Hahndorf Experience the fascinating wildlife, spectacular coastal scenery, stunning landscapes and the unique local produce of Kangaroo Island on a two day tour. Highlights include Seal Bay, Raptor Domain, Clifford’s Honey Farm and Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch in Flinders Chase National Park. Overnight accommodation, breakfast and lunch on both days also included. A 3, 4 or 7 night cruise aboard the PS Murray Princess (see pages 10-17 for full details)
PRICES Prices per person:
Departs
Twin Share
Single
8 Days / 7 Nights (ADL3KIMR3)
Monday
$1917
$2616
9 Days / 8 Nights (ADL3KIMR4)
Thursday
$2268
$3093
12 Days / 11 Nights (ADL3KIMR7)
Monday / Thursday
$3029
$4130
Prices are per person based on a twin share and single room basis including an Inside Cabin with 2 single beds on the PS Murray Princess, a Superior Room at the Mercure Grosvenor Hotel Adelaide and the 2 Day Best of Kangaroo Island tour staying at the Ozone Hotel in an Executive Room. Please refer to www.murrayprincess.com.au for package departure dates and further details.
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BEFORE YOUR CRUISE JOINING YOUR CRUISE IN MANNUM Set on the broad reaches of the Lower Murray, Mannum is around 90 minutes from Adelaide via the South Eastern Freeway or the scenic route through Gumeracha, Birdwood and Palmer. The PS Murray Princess departs from Mary Ann Reserve in Mannum, and coach transfers from Adelaide or secure car parking are available to suit your holiday plans. PRIVATE CAR TRANSFERS Private car transfers are available from Adelaide and return to Adelaide City or Airport. Additional charges apply and pre-bookings are essential. Prices are available on request.
MANNUM CAR PARKING Complimentary car parking is available at Mannum and is subject to availability – pre-bookings are essential.
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ADELAIDE COACH TRANSFERS Complimentary coach transfers are available from Adelaide to Mannum , every Monday and Friday, and return to Adelaide City or Airport. Transfers must be booked in advance and are subject to availability. Coach transfers will depart from and return to the following locations: Adelaide Central Bus Station (85 Franklin Street) – Pick up at 1.20pm Majestic Roof Garden Hotel (55 Frome Street) – Pick-up at 1.30pm Stamford Plaza Adelaide (150 North Terrace) – Pick-up at 1.45pm Mercure Grosvenor Hotel Adelaide (125 North Terrace) – Pick-up at 2.00pm Sage Hotel Adelaide (208 South Terrace) – Pick-up at 2.10pm The return arrival time into Adelaide City from the 3, 4 and 7 night cruises will be approximately 11.30am followed by an Adelaide Airport drop off. Pre-bookings are essential. Please note that the coach transfer times for the Special Event Loxton Cruises are different to the above. Please refer to our website for further details.
PS MURRAY PRINCESS CRUISING – OUR CRUISES AT A GLANCE The PS Murray Princess has four main cruises available throughout the year. This comparison chart below makes it easy to see at a glance the different inclusions and experiences each cruise offers. 3 Night Discovery Cruise
4 Night Outback Heritage Cruise
7 Night Murraylands & Wildlife Cruise
7 Night Upper Murraylands Cruise
Complimentary return coach transfers from Adelaide
Complimentary car parking in Mannum
All meals (buffet and a la carte)
Guided nature walks and eco excursions
Onboard presentations
Use of gym
Captain’s Dinner and Dance
Live entertainment
24 hour self service tea and coffee bar
Big river gorges and sandstone cliffs
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INCLUSIONS
Cruise fares do not include drinks, optional tours and services.
PLACES VISITED Mannum (all cruises depart and return to Mannum)
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Murray Bridge
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Salt Bush Flat
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Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve
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Blanchetown
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Morgan
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Waikerie
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‘Dragon-Fly’ flat-bottomed boat ride
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Historic Roundhouse tour at Murray Bridge
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Wine tasting at Burk Salter Boutique Winery
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Riverside Aussie BBQ at Sunnydale
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Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve guided walking tour
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Sunnydale Woolshed Show and Native Wildlife Shelter
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Lock #1 at Blanchetown
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Big Bend towering sandstone cliffs
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Scenic tender boat ride
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Nocturnal Tour at Sunnydale
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Bush Tucker Breakfast at Sunnydale
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Swan Reach Museum Tour
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Banrock Station Wine and Wetland Centre
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Caudo Vineyard Cellar Door, Gardens and Orchard
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HIGHLIGHTS AND ONSHORE TOURS
Monarto Zoo Wildlife Tour
Barossa Wine and Heritage Tour
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CRUISE CALENDAR 2020 – 2021 Besides our four standard cruises, the PS Murray Princess offers a selection of cruises with themes to celebrate various festivities. They may have a different itinerary or may just have some added bonus experiences to enhance our normal cruises.
SPECIAL EVENT CRUISE DEPARTURE DATES
The following calendar allows you to see at a glance which cruise is operating on a certain date, making your cruise holiday planning easier.
10 April 2020
3 or 7 Nights*
Easter Cruise
24 April 2020
3 or 7 Nights*
ANZAC Cruise
3, 10, 24 July 2020
3 or 7 Nights*
Christmas in July
6, 13, 27 July 2020
4 or 7 Nights* Christmas in July
17 July 2020
7 Nights
Christmas in July#
21 August 2020
3 or 7 Nights*
‘Hot August Night’ Music Cruise (page 19)
20 November 2020
7 Nights
Mannum to Loxton (page 20)
27 November 2020
7 Nights
Loxton to Mannum (page 20)
23 December 2020
7 Nights
Christmas Cruise (page 22)
30 December 2020
5 Nights
NYE Cruise (page 24)
22 January 2021
7 Nights
Australia Day Cruise#
* The 7 Night Special Event Cruises are a combination of the 3 or 4 night Event Cruise plus the 4 or 3 night standard cruise These 7 night cruises are based on a 7 Night Upper Murraylands Cruise
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For further details on special event cruises please refer to www.murrayprincess.com.au/event-cruises
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APRIL 2020 M T W T F S S 6
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LEGEND 3 Night Discovery Cruise 4 Night Outback Heritage Cruise
NOTE: The 7 Night Murraylands and Wildlife Cruise is a combination of the 3 Night Discovery and 4 Night Outback Heritage Cruises, and can depart on either a Monday or Friday (page 14).
7 Night Upper Murraylands Cruise Special Event Cruise – refer to the cruise itinerary for details Not available
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PS MURRAY PRINCESS RIVER CRUISING AND HOLIDAYS – ABOUT YOUR BOOKING General information
Booking and Final Payment
All costs, itinerary details, cruise dates, package inclusions and accommodation information are correct at the time of publishing, but they can be subject to change, sometimes without notice. All services and reservations are subject to the conditions of the providers and no responsibility is accepted by Captain Cook Cruises (SeaLink Travel Group) for misrepresentation, unforeseen omissions or additional costs incurred, including those arising from adverse weather conditions or any situations beyond our control. Refunds may not be available for unused services. All cruises and packages featuring the PS Murray Princess are subject to the terms and conditions of your passenger cruise contract, which is provided when booking a PS Murray Princess cruise or package. Travel insurance is highly recommended.
To make a booking, a deposit of AU$200 per person is required within 48 hours of booking. The Passenger Cruise Contract and Special Dietary and Allergy Information form must be returned within 48 hours of booking confirmation or together with your deposit. Final payment is required 60 days prior to travel. If booking is made within 60 days of travel, full payment must be made when you book. For all bookings made online, full payment must be made at time of booking.
The PS Murray Princess goes in for maintenance twice a year, which means cruises won’t operate between 19th June to 2nd July 2020 and 4th to 22nd December 2020. The PS Murray Princess is also unavailable to the public between 25th September to 1st October 2020 due to a private charter. Pricing All fares and prices are in Australian Dollars and are valid from 1st April 2020 to 31st March 2021. Prices don’t include onboard charges, including optional tours, services and drinks. All prices are subject to availability, surcharges, blackout periods, minimum night stays and seasonal variations. Please check your travel documents for final prices. Early Booking Saver Fares Early Booking Saver fares must be booked more than 90 days in advance and are subject to availability. A limited number of cabins have been set aside for this special fare, and once these cabins have been sold, prices revert to standard fares. Travel in June, July, August, January or February and your saving will be 20% off the standard fare, or save 10% if you travel in April, May, September, October, November, December or March. Children Twin share pricing applies to children aged four years and over. Children under three years of age travel free provided they use existing beds, however we don’t recommend our cruises for children below the age of four. Rooms Twin share prices are based on a twin cabin with two single beds. A surcharge of $60 per room per night applies to all inside and outside cabins with a double bed, and these are limited and subject to availability. No surcharge applies for Staterooms. Outside cabins and Staterooms can accommodate an extra person based on one double bed and one single bed, but availability is limited. Extra person prices are based on three people sharing one room with existing bed arrangements – double/queen and single. Outside cabin extra person prices are available on enquiry.
Credit Card Fees All payments made by credit card and PayPal will incur a surcharge. Please refer to www.murrayprincess.com.au/terms-and-conditions for details. Surcharge free payment options include Masterpass, POLi Pay, Direct Deposit, EFTPOS (Savings or Cheque) and Cash. Travel Insurance Holiday plans can be disrupted and cancellation fees can be costly. Travel insurance is inexpensive and highly recommended, and is available when you book your cruise online. Please note that travel insurance may not cover disruptions caused by mechanical breakdowns or adverse weather conditions, so please check your insurance policy. Cancellation Fees For PS Murray Princess Cruises including South Australia packages featuring the PS Murray Princess, any booking cancellations incur the following fees: • More than 60 days before departure – $50 per person • Between 30 and 60 days before departure – Loss of deposit • Between 15 and 30 days before departure – 50% of total cost • Less than 14 days before departure – 100% of total cost Cancellation fees up to 50% of the cruise fare, less an administration fee of $50 per person, may be applied to another cruise if completed within 12 months of your original booking. Special payment and cancellation conditions apply for groups of 15 or more and Special Event Cruises, which are available on application. No refunds will be made for services not taken once travel has commenced. All refund claims must be made in writing. Please note operators (other than SeaLink Travel Group) reserve the right to charge cancellation fees in addition to the above. Amendment Fees Due to the complexity, staff time and communication costs of the booking process, a charge of AU$22 may apply to each modification made after the original booking. Please note that online bookings cannot be modified online and must be made through our Sales Centre by calling 1300 729 938 (within Australia) or +61 8 8202 8698 (from outside Australia) or by emailing murrayprincess@sealink.com.au Photography We would like to thank the South Australian Tourism Commission, Tourism Australia, Ben McPherson (Firsthand) and Heidi Who Photography.
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