Murray River Day Trip from Adelaide Including Lunch Cruise aboard the Proud Mary
Overview
Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and spectacular vistas on this unforgettable day trip. Relax and indulge in a delightful lunch cruise along the picturesque and historic Murray River. Gain an insight into this unique river system with its magnificent landscapes and cliffs. Afterward, travel alongside the Murray River in your coach, taking in the panoramic views and stopping regularly for great photo opportunities. On the return journey, visit Melba’s Chocolate Factory and satisfy your sweet tooth or Woodside Cheese Wrights and savor artisanal cheeses.
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What's Included
- Lunch 2 course Lunch
- $5 per person
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Afternoon tea at Melba's is at own expense
Meeting Location
83 Franklin Street
Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Mannum
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Mannum
1 hour 50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Melba's Chocolate & Confectionery
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Cruise varies slightly depending on river boarding poing - Monday: board at Mannum, Friday: board at Woodland Reserve
- Proud Mary Cruise duration is 2 hours
- Vessel type and times may vary at times of maintenance
- There is no lift on the Proud Mary - you will need to be able to get up the steep steps with hand rails on both sides to the lunch room area. Staff can assist if needed.
- Tour does not operate on Christmas Day
- Selected Adelaide CBD Hotels pick up & drop off available on request
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (ACDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lunch. 2 course Lunch.
- $5 per person.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase).
- Afternoon tea at Melba's is at own expense.
The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Murray River Day Trip from Adelaide Including Lunch Cruise aboard the Proud Mary is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Murray River Day Trip from Adelaide Including Lunch Cruise aboard the Proud Mary will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lunch2 course Lunch
- $5 per person
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Afternoon tea at Melba's is at own expense
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Cruise varies slightly depending on river boarding poing - Monday: board at Mannum, Friday: board at Woodland Reserve
- Proud Mary Cruise duration is 2 hours
- Vessel type and times may vary at times of maintenance
- There is no lift on the Proud Mary - you will need to be able to get up the steep steps with hand rails on both sides to the lunch room area. Staff can assist if needed.
- Tour does not operate on Christmas Day
- Selected Adelaide CBD Hotels pick up & drop off available on request
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers
