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Cultural Elegance: Murray Princess River Cruise, Aida Opera & Adelaide Retreat

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Holiday Overview

  • Ship: PS Murray Princess
  • Duration: 8 NIGHTS
  • Departure: 05 February 2026
  • Holiday Type: Cruise & Event
  • Holiday code: AUS7549

Limited Availability

Includes Tickets to AIDA at Adelaide Oval

4-Night Outback Heritage Murray River Cruise

Limited Availability

Includes Tickets to AIDA at Adelaide Oval

4-Night Outback Heritage Murray River Cruise

EVENT EXPERIENCE

An Unprecedented Experience Across Stage and Stream

Raise the curtain on four nights of elegance as you glide along the Murray River, highlighted by coveted seats for Aida – the largest opera ever performed in Australia.

Relish a rare opportunity to witness Aida, a masterpiece of opulence and timeless music. Take your seat in the Adelaide Oval for the second night of Franco Zeffirelli’s legendary production as it makes its historic Australian debut. A 100-piece orchestra resounds in perfect harmony with 150 chorus members, and a star-studded cast transports you back in time. You’ll be immersed in the spectacle as some of opera’s most renowned stars bring the arena to life, transforming it into ancient Egypt before your eyes.

This bucket-list experience is elevated with four nights in Adelaide and a cruise along the Murray River – complete with onshore excursions and sumptuous local dishes served against the breathtaking backdrop of the Australian bush.

Raise the curtain on four nights of elegance as you glide along the Murray River, highlighted by coveted seats for Aida – the largest opera ever performed in Australia.

Relish a rare opportunity to witness Aida, a masterpiece of opulence and timeless music. Take your seat in the Adelaide Oval for the second night of Franco Zeffirelli’s legendary production as it makes its historic Australian debut. A 100-piece orchestra resounds in perfect harmony with 150 chorus members, and a star-studded cast transports you back in time. You’ll be immersed in the spectacle as some of opera’s most renowned stars bring the arena to life, transforming it into ancient Egypt before your eyes.

This bucket-list experience is elevated with four nights in Adelaide and a cruise along the Murray River – complete with onshore excursions and sumptuous local dishes served against the breathtaking backdrop of the Australian bush.

Aida Opera
Direct from Arena di Verona, Franco Zeffirelli’s legendary production of Verdi’s Aida will make its Australian debut – a truly once-in-a-generation performance. With a 100-piece orchestra, 150-member chorus, and 400 international artists, it'll be the largest opera performed in Australia, recreating the splendour of ancient Egypt to the timeless music of Verdi.
Barossa Valley Tour
Explore Barossa Valley’s renowned wines on a full-day tour from Adelaide. Enjoy tastings at Jacobs Creek Visitor Centre and Lambert Estate, complemented by a winery tour and lunch. Venture into the scenic Adelaide Hills and historic Hahndorf, Adelaide’s oldest German settlement, for additional superb wine experiences.
Ngaut Ngaut Conservation Park Tour
Relish a tour of Ngaut Ngaut Conservation Park, one of Australia’s most significant archaeological and cultural sites. Step back tens of thousands of years during an escorted boardwalk excursion, where a guide will show you around ancient rock carvings and teach you about Aboriginal history in the area.

Your Imagine Holiday Includes

Full-Board River Cruise

4 night Murray River cruise on board PS Murray Princess with all meals and sightseeing

Burke Salter Boutique Winery tasting
“Murray River Cup”
Walking tour of Swan River
Swan Reach Museum (gold coin donation on entry)
Sunnydale Woolshed Show
Sunnydale Native Wildlife Shelter
Aussie Barbecue – cooked and served in a bush setting on the banks of the Murray River
Ngaut Ngaut Conservation Park tour
Scenic tender boat ride

Hotel Stay

4 night four-star stay in Adelaide at the Stamford Plaza Adelaide with breakfast

Event Experience

Ticket to Franco Zeffirelli’s legendary production of Aida at the Adelaide Oval

Fully Escorted Barossa Valley Tours

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

All Flights, Taxes & Transfers

Your Voyage

Your Itinerary

Day 1
Adelaide: Hotel Stay

Arriving in Adelaide, you’ll check in to your hotel for a four-night hotel stay in South Australia’s cosmopolitan capital. Compact in size and with several major arts and entertainment venues, Adelaide regularly ranks among the world’s most liveable cities.

Overnight: Stamford Plaza Adelaide

Day 2
Adelaide: Event & Hotel Stay

Delight in a rare performance of Aida at the Adelaide Oval. Franco Zeffirelli’s legendary production of Verdi’s iconic opera will bring a 100-piece orchestra, 150-member chorus, and 400 international artists from Arena di Verona to Australia for the first time.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight: Stamford Plaza Adelaide

Day 3
Adelaide: Tour & Hotel Stay

Embark on a tour of the Barossa Valley, South Australia’s premium wine region. Soak up the sprawling vineyards of Jacob’s Creek Visitor Centre and discover Hahndorf, Adelaide’s oldest German settlement.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight: Stamford Plaza Adelaide

Day 4
Adelaide: Hotel Stay

Adelaide is a treasure trove of culture, flavours, and entertainment. On a final day at leisure, immerse yourself in Australia’s natural and artistic heritage at the Art Gallery of South Australia, or venture to the beach at Glenelg.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight: Stamford Plaza Adelaide

Day 5
Mannum: Embark Ship & Caurnamont

Transfer to Mannum Wharf to embark the PS Murray Princess for a unique cruise experience along the Murray River. Embrace the character and charm of yesteryear as you savour your surroundings on this elegant paddle wheeler.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: PS Murray Princess

Day 6
Blanchetown

Blanchetown is known for housing the first lock to be built on the Murray to control water flow and aid navigation. Following your cruise, you’ll explore Burk Salter Boutique Winery and enjoy wine tasting at the cellar.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: PS Murray Princess

Day 7
Swan Reach & Sunnydale

After cruising to Swan Reach, you’ll join a walking tour to the Swan Reach Museum, before arriving in Sunnydale. Delight in the Woolshed Show and visit the Native Wildlife Shelter, where some of South Australia’s most interesting animals reside.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: PS Murray Princess

Day 8
Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve & Younghusband

An important archaeological and cultural site for the Nganguraku people, Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve features ancient rock carvings dating back thousands of years. Sailing on to Younghusband, you’ll appreciate its peaceful bushland and wildlife.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: PS Murray Princess

Day 9
Mannum: Disembark Ship & Fly Home

Your holiday complete, today you’ll disembark your ship and head to the airport for your flight home.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Life on Board PS Murray Princess

Daily life on the Murray Princess can be exactly what you want it to be, whether it’s relaxation you crave or something a bit more active.

Overview

PS Murray Princess

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Launched in 1988, this vessel offers three decks of accommodation for 120 passengers in 60 cabins and travels at six knots. The ship offers a wonderful array of amenities and cabins spread across five spacious decks.

At 67 metres long, the Murray Princess is the largest operational paddle steamer that sails on the Murray.

Accommodation includes a multi-roomed upper deck with panoramic views of the river as you cruise. On board activities include live music and entertainment, dinner cruises, fishing excursions, nature walks, bird-watching tours, and more.

With an eventful history, the PS Murray Princess continues to serve as a sustainable heritage attraction while providing quality on board experiences.

For those who want to explore more ashore, there are plenty of excursions available. The PS Murray Princess is your gateway to a magical journey down one of Australia’s most enchanting waterways.

  • Occupancy 120
  • Tonnage 1,500 tons
Dining

Dining

There is a great variety of food available on board the Murray Princess, and you’ll enjoy seasonal produce cooked by the skilled onboard chef. They also cater for different dietary requirements.

  • The Stuart Dining Room
  • The Bar
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Facilities

Facilities

There are plenty of amenities to enjoy on board Murray Princess. Get active in the mini gym or relax with your favourite cocktail on the sun deck.

  • Bar and two lounges
  • Sun deck
  • Free wifi
  • Single-sitting dining room
  • Gift shop
  • Tender boat
  • Mini gym
  • Library, video and DVD collection
  • Lift
  • Sauna
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Entertainment

Entertainment

To keep you entertained during the tranquil days on the water there’s a variety of events and activities such as lectures, wine tasting, and evening dinner and dance events.

  • Captains’ dinner and dance
  • Onshore BBQ
  • Theme Cruises
  • Wine tasting
  • Nature Walks
  • Enrichment lectures
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PS Murray Princess

Murray Princess Logo White

Launched in 1988, this vessel offers three decks of accommodation for 120 passengers in 60 cabins and travels at six knots. The ship offers a wonderful array of amenities and cabins spread across five spacious decks.

At 67 metres long, the Murray Princess is the largest operational paddle steamer that sails on the Murray.

Accommodation includes a multi-roomed upper deck with panoramic views of the river as you cruise. On board activities include live music and entertainment, dinner cruises, fishing excursions, nature walks, bird-watching tours, and more.

With an eventful history, the PS Murray Princess continues to serve as a sustainable heritage attraction while providing quality on board experiences.

For those who want to explore more ashore, there are plenty of excursions available. The PS Murray Princess is your gateway to a magical journey down one of Australia’s most enchanting waterways.

  • Occupancy 120
  • Tonnage 1,500 tons

Dining

There is a great variety of food available on board the Murray Princess, and you’ll enjoy seasonal produce cooked by the skilled onboard chef. They also cater for different dietary requirements.

  • The Stuart Dining Room
  • The Bar
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Facilities

There are plenty of amenities to enjoy on board Murray Princess. Get active in the mini gym or relax with your favourite cocktail on the sun deck.

  • Bar and two lounges
  • Sun deck
  • Free wifi
  • Single-sitting dining room
  • Gift shop
  • Tender boat
  • Mini gym
  • Library, video and DVD collection
  • Lift
  • Sauna
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Entertainment

To keep you entertained during the tranquil days on the water there’s a variety of events and activities such as lectures, wine tasting, and evening dinner and dance events.

  • Captains’ dinner and dance
  • Onshore BBQ
  • Theme Cruises
  • Wine tasting
  • Nature Walks
  • Enrichment lectures
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Departure Airports

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Cabins and Suites

The accommodation on the Murray Princess is comfortable with all the amenities you would expect from a river cruiser.

Inside
from $ 3,999 pp
Solo price from $ 5,999 pp

Inside

Inside from $ 3,999 pp Solo price from $ 5,999 pp

Located on the lower deck the inside cabins are cosy and compact with a traditional porthole and offer double or twin bed options.

  • En suite bathrooms
  • Daily servicing
  • Electric blankets
  • Hair Dryers
  • Toiletries
Outside
from $ 4,699 pp
Solo price from $ 6,699 pp

Outside

Outside from $ 4,699 pp Solo price from $ 6,699 pp

The outside cabins are mostly twin-bedded rooms, with large windows creating a light and interesting space. Some are wheelchair accessible.

  • En suite bathrooms
  • Daily servicing
  • Electric blankets
  • Hair Dryers
  • Toiletries
  • Twin beds (a few double bed options, too)
  • Access to outside deck
  • Picture windows
Balcony Sold Out

Balcony

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The staterooms are spacious, light and airy, and have some added extras such as a mini bar and fridge.

  • En suite bathrooms
  • Daily servicing
  • Electric blankets
  • Hair Dryers
  • Toiletries
  • Queen size bed (extra bed in some rooms)
  • Access to outside deck
  • Mini bar
  • Fridge
  • Tea/coffee facilities

Your Hotel Stay

Adelaide

Included Hotel

Stamford Plaza Adelaide (Or Similar)

The five-star Stamford Plaza Adelaide hotel embodies luxury and sophistication in South Australia. Nestled along North Terrace, it offers 335 opulent rooms and suites, each blending modern elegance with comfort. With breathtaking views of the city skyline or Adelaide Oval, guests indulge in unparalleled luxury. The hotel boasts exquisite dining options, a rooftop pool, and state-of-the-art conference facilities. Its central location ensures easy access to Adelaide’s cultural attractions and business hubs, making Stamford Plaza Adelaide a premier choice for discerning travellers seeking world-class accommodations in the heart of the city.

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