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Odyssey River Cruises

Select your group and sit back and relax as you enjoy a holiday ofabsolute luxury and sheer indulgence. Features include – top cuisine standard meals, four staterooms with deluxe ensuites, lounge and dining areas on both levels, private two person spa room and personalised tour itinerary.

Touring Options

Magical Murray Odyssey Loxton to Mannum Seven Day One Way Cruise – ORC06

Travel through 340 kilometres of some of the most spectacular reaches of the River Murray – past towering ancient gorges, historic river towns, abundant bird life, lagoons, majestic river gums and enjoy the onshore excursions.

. Downstream cruise itinerary:

. Day One – Depart Mannum by coach transfer to Loxton at 1300 boarding Odyssey at 1530 passing through Lock Three before mooring for the evening at Moorook.

. Day Two – Depart cruising downstream to Waikerie passing Banrock Station, Akuna Station and Overland Corner – (Optional tour of Banrock Station) visiting the historic Overland Corner Hotel.

. Day Three – Cruise downstream to Morgan passing through Lock Two, Cadell and on to the historic river port of Morgan.

. Day Four – Depart for Blanchetown cruising past Murbko, Roonka and enjoy the river as it meanders through a huge flood plain before passing through Lock One.

. Day Five – Cruise to Swan Reach before mooring for the evening at Big Bend for a nocturnal wildlife tour.

. Day Six – Cruise on to Nildottie visiting the historic aboriginal site of Ngaut Ngaut then pass through the historic townships of Walker Flat and Bow Hill before mooring for the evening at Lake Carlet.

. Day Seven – Depart for Mannum arriving at 1000.

. Operates:
. By arrangement.

Magical Murray Odyssey Mannum to Loxton Seven Day One Way Cruise – ORC05

Travel 340 kilometres through some of the River Murray’s most spectacular river scenery with its ancient towering gorges, historic townships, abundant bird life, magnificent red gums and enjoy the onshore excursions.

. Upstream cruise itinerary:

. Day One – Depart Mannum at 1500 cruising upstream before mooring at Maidment Swamp for the evening.

. Day Two – Call into the historic store at Bowhill before cruising on to Walker Flat. After lunch visit the historical aboriginal Ngaut Ngaut site before continuing on for a Big Bend by Night nocturnal wildlife tour. Marvel at the spectacular floodlit night cruising as you then travel on to Swan Reach.

. Day Three – Depart at 1000 after visiting the Swan Reach museum cruising through Lock One at Blanchetown before mooring for the evening.

. Day Four – Travel on to the historic river port of Morgan cruising past Cadell, red gum forests then through Lock Two and on to Waikerie before mooring for the evening.

. Day Five – Depart Waikerie cruising upstream to Overland corner – stop for guests to stretch their legs, perhaps visit the historic Overland Hotel or take a tour of Banrock Station (optional extras). Then pass through Lock Three and on to Kingston on Murray.

. Day Six – Depart Kingston on Murray cruising upstream before mooring for the evening.

. Day Seven – Depart for Loxton arriving at 0930. Coach transfers depart from Mannum at 1000.

. Operates:
. By arrangement.

Individual Traveller Five Day Cruise – ORC04

As a guest of Odyssey, sit back and relax as the Captain takes the wheel and our chef pampers you with some of the best in South Australian food and wine. As Odyssey cruises past ancient towering cliffs, abundant birdlife and fantastic scenery, enjoy the ultimate in luxury accommodation featuring lounge, dining and bar areas on both levels, king size beds, private ensuites, large outside deck areas and private spa room on the upper level. Experience the wonder of night cruising with the riverbank and cliffs floodlit – truly spectacular.

. Suggested itinerary:
. Day One Monday – Boarding time 1500. Cruise past the township of Mannum, experience the ferry crossing and proceed upstream where you will moor for the evening at Lake Carlet. Sit back and relax, enjoy the sunset and birdlife from the sumptuous upstairs lounge and dining area while our chef prepares your wonderful dinner.

. Day Two Tuesday – After breakfast call into the historic town of Bowhill, take short stroll through the town and visit the local store. From Bowhill the scenery really starts as you cruise past the spectacular limestone cliffs, through the Purnong Ferry crossing and onto Walkers Flat before settling in for the night and enjoying a wonderful campfire on the river bank.

. Day Three Wednesday -Travel on to Devon Downs where you can stop for a tour of the historic aboriginal site at Ngaut Ngaut before cruising further upstream to find a spectacular spot for your evening stopover at Big Bend. Enjoy the Big Bend by Night tour and discover the natural wildlife that abounds near the Nildottie Cliffs.

. Day Four Thursday – Travel downstream through Nildottie, Walker Flat and Purnong, enjoy an evening dinner cruise with the river banks floodlit.

. Day Five Friday – Sit back and relax as you cruise back to Odyssey’s moorings at Mannum before disembarking at 1000.

. Operates:
. By arrangement.

Individual Traveller Four Day Cruise – ORC03

As a guest of Odyssey, sit back and relax as the Captain takes the wheel and our chef pampers you with some of the best in South Australian food and wine. As Odyssey cruises past ancient towering cliffs, abundant birdlife and fantastic scenery, enjoy the ultimate in luxury accommodation featuring lounge, dining and bar areas on both levels, king size beds, private ensuites, large outside deck areas and private spa room on the upper level. Experience the wonder of night cruising with the riverbank and cliffs floodlit – truly spectacular.

. Suggested itinerary:
. Day One Friday – boarding time 1500. Cruise past the township of Mannum, experience the ferry crossing and proceed upstream where you will moor for the evening at Lake Carlet. Sit back and relax, enjoy the sunset and birdlife from the sumptuous upstairs lounge and dining area while our chef prepares your wonderful dinner.

. Day Two Saturday – After breakfast call into Bowhill and take a short stroll to the local store and explore this historic building. From Bowhill the scenery really starts as you cruise past the spectacular limestone cliffs, through the Purnong Ferry crossing and onto Walker Flat before settling in for the night and enjoying a wonderful campfire.

. Day Three Sunday – Cruise back towards Mannum past the lagoons, birdlife, historic towns, ancient towering cliffs and ever changing scenery. Moor for lunch and stretch your legs, the Captain is happy to take you exploring the lagoons in the dinghy, or perhaps you would like to throw a line in and catch a fish. Enjoy your dinner whilst cruising at night with the riverbanks floodlit, a breathtaking experience.

. Day Four Monday – Sit back and relax as you cruise back to Odyssey’s moorings at Mannum before disembarking at 1000.

. Operates:
. By arrangement.

Odyssey River Cruises Three Night Hosted Cruise – S05

Escape to a private world of luxury. Relax and enjoy a unique wildlife experience as you cruise past miles of ancient towering gorges, abundant wildlife and fantastic scenery. Top class cuisine with expert and friendly crew to pamper you.

Odyssey River Cruises Four-Five Hour Cruise – ORC01

Cruise downstream from the township of Mannum. Take in the spectacular scenery as you relax aboard our luxury cruiser.

. Operates:
. Daily by arrangement.

Odyssey River Cruises Three Night Hosted Cruise – SH06

Escape to a private world of luxury aboard our eight-berth cruiser complete with an expert and friendly crew. Relax and enjoy a unique wildlife experience
as you cruise past miles of ancient towering cliffs, abundant wildlife and fantastic scenery.

Odyssey River Cruises Three Day Cruise – ORC02

Odyssey offers cruises to suit individual needs. Optional tours can be offered including wine tours, nocturnal tours, water sports, bird life tours and many other options.

. Operates:
. Daily, if available.

Website: www.odysseyrivercruises.com.au

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