Travel through rolling hills and Mallee outback to the mighty Murray River bringing watered life to a thirsty land - a land now rich in green vineyards, golden citrus orchards and prosperous rural communities. Mannum - the birthplace of the River Murray Paddlesteamers. Mannum - the Murray River 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:

• Travel through Verdun and the undulating green Adelaide Hills
• The mill town of Bridgewater
• Arid pasture region of the Murraylands
• Mannum - birthplace of the River Murray Paddlesteamers
• Cruise the wide waters of the Murray on a riverboat
• Enjoy a delightful morning tea of scones, jam and cream with tea or coffee on board
• Stark cliffs and River Red Gums
• Willows that burden the waters of the Mighty Murray
• Look for galahs, cockatoos and pelicans
• Enjoy lunch at Mannum and sample local hospitality
• An opportunity to board the fully restored 100 year old PS Marion Paddlesteamer
• Take in the view over Mannum and the Murray from a scenic lookout
• Follow the Onkaparinga Valley to Gumeracha
• Torrens Valley olive groves and grape growing
• Skirt the Chain of Ponds Reservoir and travel through Tea Tree Gully.