Riverboats on the Murray Tour – Gray Line Tours
Mannum – the birthplace of the River Murray Paddlesteamers and the River Murray gateway to the harsh empty inland of Australia, still reeking with our historic past – the bawdy days of the riverboat men toiling up river in the blazing sun.
Highlights of this tour
- As you travel to the region, learn about the history and importance of paddle steamers for Adelaide
- Mannum – birthplace of the River Murray paddle steamers
- Cruise the Murray River on either the Proud Mary Riverboat or the Captain Proud Paddle Wheeler
- Enjoy coffee or tea on boarding the boat with lunch following
- Cruise past soaring cliffs, ancient river red gums, green willows and lose count of all the birdlife
- Opportunity to see the 100 year old PS Marion paddle steamer after your cruise
- Visit a scenic lookout that offer a stunning overview of Mannum
- Spectacular drive through Torrens Valley including Palmer and Tunkillo
- Return to Adelaide via Melba’s Chocolate Factory at Woodside
Adult: $160 Child: $80
Operates
Mon and Fri
Departs: 9.15am Returns: 5.15pm
Fare Includes
Coach touring, riverboat cruise, light morning tea and lunch on the riverboat
