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About Your Journey
Cruise the Murray, ride the rails and discover two of Australia’s great cities.
Enjoy a wonderfully relaxed journey combining Adelaide and Melbourne with two very different ways to travel. Cruise the Murray River for three nights aboard the Murray Princess, explore the Barossa, Hahndorf and McLaren Vale, then settle into Red Premium class aboard The Overland for the daylight rail journey to Melbourne. Finish with time to enjoy the city and a nostalgic ride aboard Puffing Billy through the beautiful Dandenong Ranges.
Itinerary
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Fly to Adelaide and settle into your hotel before heading to seaside Glenelg for a welcome dinner at the Pier.
Included: D
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Travel to historic Mannum and board the Murray Princess for your three night Discovery Cruise. Settle in and enjoy a welcome dinner as you cruise to your overnight mooring.
Included: B D
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Choose a guided tour of historic Murray Bridge or an optional visit to Monarto Safari Park. Return onboard for lunch and an afternoon cruising upriver before mooring at Salt Bush Flat.
Included: B L D
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Join a guided nature walk before cruising downriver and heading out by discovery vessel on a wildlife tour through the river environment. Relax onboard this afternoon before your final dinner aboard the Murray Princess.
Included: B L D
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Disembark in Mannum and travel into the famous Barossa wine region. Enjoy a tasting at Chateau Tanunda followed by lunch at Jacob’s Creek Winery before returning to Adelaide for three nights.
Included: B L
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Discover Adelaide on a morning sightseeing tour, including its city squares, the historic City of Adelaide clipper ship, Adelaide Oval, River Torrens and Mt Lofty Summit. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure before dinner at a local restaurant.
Included: B D
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Enjoy time in charming Hahndorf before lunch in Port Willunga. Continue to McLaren Vale to visit the striking d’Arenberg Cube, enjoy a wine tasting and explore its impressive Salvador Dalí exhibition.
Included: B L
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Board The Overland for a relaxing daylight rail journey to Melbourne in Red Premium class, with all inclusive dining, generous legroom and dedicated onboard service. Settle into your Melbourne hotel for three nights.
Included: B L
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A full day at leisure to enjoy Melbourne your way. Perhaps explore the Royal Botanic Gardens, ride the City Circle Tram, browse Queen Victoria Market or settle into one of the city’s famous laneways for lunch.
Included: B
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Ride the historic Puffing Billy steam train through the beautiful Dandenong Ranges. Later, enjoy a vineyard lunch in the Yarra Valley followed by a visit to a local chocolatier.
Included: B L
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Transfer to Melbourne Airport for your flight home to Auckland.
Included: B
River cruising, rail travel and two great Australian cities.
Reserve your place on this unforgettable tour. Numbers are limited, so don’t delay.
Why you’ll love this trip
Travelwise’s exceptional planning takes care of every detail – flights, quality accommodation, transfers, sightseeing, river cruising and premium rail travel – so you can simply relax and enjoy the journey. A three night cruise aboard the Murray Princess offers an unhurried way to experience the Murray River, while Red Premium travel aboard The Overland makes the journey from Adelaide to Melbourne part of the adventure. Add the Barossa, Hahndorf, McLaren Vale, Puffing Billy and plenty of time to enjoy both cities, and you have a wonderfully varied Australian escape.
Inclusions & Activities
Airfares: Return Economy class airfares Auckland to Adelaide and Melbourne to Auckland
Cruise: 3 night river cruise onboard the Murray Princess Mannum return including all meals, shore excursions and activities
Rail: Red Premium class travel onboard The Overland rail journey from Adelaide to Melbourne including meals
Accommodation: 7 nights quality accommodation throughout
Sightseeing: All sightseeing and attractions as shown, including Barossa Valley, Puffing Billy train ride and more
Meals: Daily breakfasts plus lunches and dinners as specified
Transfers: Home pick up and drop off in Auckland Metro area
Tour Leader: Travelwise Tour Leader throughout, plus local guides
Unna West, Tour Leader
Your Tour Leader
Unna West
Unna is a warm, adventurous Tour Leader at Travelwise Holidays who brings energy, calm expertise, and a genuine love for discovery to every journey. Her easy-going nature and deep knowledge make her the perfect companion for travellers seeking both adventure and heartfelt connection.
Before you book, you should know
Activity Level 1: A gentle pace with relaxed sightseeing and regular breaks. Suitable for travellers comfortable with short walks, light touring, a few stairs, and independently boarding coaches, trains and boats. A good choice if you prefer: A slower pace, regular breaks and minimal physical demand.
Departure: 08 April 2027
Other Notes:
Deposit: $1,000 pp
Balance Payment Date: 04 February 2027
Bookings may still be available after this date. Please contact us for availability.
Insurance: Not mandatory for this tour but recommended for peace of mind.
