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Wednesday 16 April 2008

Winter bargain on Murray River cruises

Forget the on-board spas and saunas; Captain Cook Cruises is letting your partner keep you extra warm this winter with partners cruising half price on all three, four and seven night Murray River cruises from June 1 to August 31, 2008. This offer is valid for sale until August 31, 2008.

With plenty of water in the Murray River there is no better way to explore the big river gorges, the bio-diverse Murray wetlands, the unique flora and fauna of the outback and the rich legacy of old riverside ports, this winter than on the romantic paddle-wheeler PS Murray Princess.

The three-night Wetlands Discovery Cruise is a mini weekend escape where passengers will discover the vast variety of flora and fauna, join a backwater boat tour, visit the Port of Murray Bridge and sample the food and wine of this famous region. The cruise departs Mannum every Friday at 4.30pm and returns Monday at 9.00am. Prices for the first person start from $775 twin share and from only $388 for the second person twin share.

The four-night Outback Heritage Cruise departs Mannum every Monday at 4.30pm and return Fridays at 9.00am. Cruise highlights include a visit to a vineyard and wine-tasting at the cellar door, a wildlife shelter and an aboriginal archaeological reserve plus a woolshed riverside barbeque & campfire. Prices start at $999 twin share for the first person and from $500 twin share for the second person.

The seven-night Murraylands & Wildlife Cruise includes a free Barossa Valley tour and combines the 3 and 4 night cruises for a total Murraylands and wildlife experience. Prices start from $1596 twin share for the first person and from only $798 twin share for the second person. The seven night cruise departs Mannum every Friday and Monday at 4.30pm and returns Friday and Mondays at 9.00am.

All cruises include meals, accommodation, complimentary scenic coach transfers from Adelaide or car parking in Mannum, guided walks, presentations and all onboard facilities including use of two spas, two saunas, sun deck, two bars, two lounges, single sitting dining saloon and entertainment.

For reservations and enquiries contact Captain Cook Cruises toll free on 1800 804 843,
Int +61-2-9206 111 or email: murray@captaincook.com.au or visit www.captaincook.com.au

1 comment:

  1. Cruising the Murray River is a standout amongst the most astonishing and amazing encounters you'll have. The Murray is considerably more than a stream, it is quintessentially Australian experience. Inside a generally short separation from Melbourne and Adelaide boat tours, you can encounter stunning excellence, various history and extravagance all encompassed by a feeling of peace that must be experienced to get it. As the Murray cuts its way through our sun-copied and differentiating scene you'll find another piece of the world that is not overwhelmed with sightseers and will permit you an opportunity to reconnect with yourself, family and companions.

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