$3999—7-night Murray River cruise & Kangaroo Island Tour
Wine, wildlife and heritage river cruising across South Australia’s most celebrated landscapes.
Why We Love This Deal
This South Australian escape blends gourmet indulgence, wildlife encounters and slow river cruising into one memorable journey. Begin in Adelaide, one of the world’s most liveable cities, known for leafy streets and relaxed cultural charm. A full-day Barossa Valley tour introduces world-class wineries, chocolate tastings and vineyard landscapes rolling to distant hills. From there, ferry to Kangaroo Island for immersive nature experiences in one of Australia’s great wildlife sanctuaries. Encounter sea lions at Seal Bay, birds of prey in flight and native animals across rugged coastal parks. The pace shifts beautifully aboard the PS Murray Princess, Australia’s largest operating paddle steamer. Cruise gently along the Murray River, winding between quiet riverbanks and ever-changing riverland scenery. Spot birdlife, join guided nature walks and savour regional flavours prepared onboard. Panoramic upper-deck views create a front-row seat to one of Australia’s most enchanting waterways. With four-star stays, fully escorted touring, meals, flights and transfers included, this is a rare chance to experience South Australia’s icons, from fine wines and wildlife to heritage river cruising.
Starting at just $3999 per person, our research shows you cannot put together this incredible escape for less. Booking directly with Imagine Cruising will save you up to $175 per person.
What's included
- Return flights from Melbourne* to Adelaide
- 2-night four-star hotel stay in Adelaide at the Crowne Plaza Adelaide with breakfast
- Full day Barossa Valley tour with lunch and wine tastings, including:
- Saltram wine estate
- Lunch and wine tasting at Lambert Estate
- Visit to Barossa Valley Chocolate Company
- Photo stop at Menglers Hill Lookout
- Vineyard tour & wine tasting at Jacob’s Creek visitor centre
- Stop at Beerenberg Farm
- Free time in Hahndorf to explore the historic German settlement
- 1 night four-star hotel stay in Kangaroo Island at the Aurora Ozone Hotel with breakfast, lunch and dinner
- 2-day Kangaroo Island tour including:
- Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery
- Clifford’s Honey Farm
- In-Flight Birds of Prey Display at Raptor Domain
- Seal Bay Conservation Park guided beach walk
- Lunch at Emu Bay Lavender Farm
- Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park
- Flinders Chase National Park
- 1-night four-star hotel stay in Adelaide at the Crowne Plaza Adelaide with breakfast
- 3-night Murray River cruise onboard PS Murray Princess with all meals and sightseeing
- Tour of Murray River Bridge and historic Roundhouse
- Take a guided nature walk of Salt Bush Flat
- Taste Riverland food and wine
- Dragon-Fly flat-bottomed boat wildlife tour
- Transfers throughout
When
This itinerary begins on 1 March 2027.
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Holiday snapshot
Melbourne* - Adelaide - Barossa Valley - Adelaide - Kangaroo Island - Adelaide - Murray Bridge - Piggy Flat - Adelaide -Melbourne*
Itinerary highlights
Begin in Adelaide, the City of Churches, where leafy boulevards, cultural precincts and a relaxed lifestyle set the tone for your South Australian journey.
Venture into the Barossa Valley on a full-day escorted tour, sampling premium wines at Saltram and Jacob’s Creek, enjoying lunch at Lambert Estate and stopping at Menglers Hill, Beerenberg Farm and the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company.
Return to Adelaide with time to soak up its café culture, historic architecture and vibrant dining scene before continuing your adventure.
Cross to Kangaroo Island by ferry and immerse yourself in nature across two days, encountering koalas, kangaroos and birds of prey, exploring Flinders Chase National Park and strolling Seal Bay’s beach with a local guide.
Come back to Adelaide before transferring to Mannum, where you’ll board the historic PS Murray Princess for a three-night cruise along the Murray River.
Cruise through the tranquil riverlands between Mannum and Murray Bridge, gliding past Piggy Flat and Walker Flat as birdlife, wetlands and ever-changing scenery unfold.
Enjoy guided nature walks at Salt Bush Flat, a Dragon-Fly flat-bottomed boat wildlife tour, a visit to the historic Murray Bridge Roundhouse, and tastings of regional Riverland food and wine.
Return to Adelaide to meet your flight back home, reflecting on vineyard landscapes, island wildlife and the timeless beauty of Australia’s longest river before your journey concludes.