Culture & Comedy: Murray Princess & Adelaide Fringe Festival
8 night Fly, Cruise & Stay from $4,199pp
Holiday Overview
- Ship: PS Murray Princess
- Duration: 8 NIGHTS
- Departure: 15 February 2026
- Holiday Type: Cruise & Event
- Holiday code: UCGAUS7559
Includes tickets to 2 Adelaide Fringe comedy performances... Tom Gleeson & The Umbilical Brothers.
Prices
- Inside from: $4,199pp
- Outside from: $4,899pp
- Stateroom from: $5,899pp
Summary
Laugh, relax, and explore with hand picked hotel stays, a serene Murray River cruise, and tickets to two spectacular Adelaide Fringe Festival performances.
Experience the perfect blend of culture and spectacle at Adelaide’s renowned Fringe Festival, a world class celebration of South Australia’s creativity, comedy, and innovation. With tickets to two unforgettable days, you will relish side splitting performances by acclaimed comedians Tom Gleeson and the Umbilical Brothers. Become immersed in the magic of the festival as incredible talent unfolds around you, from lively music and whimsical theatre to art installations and interactive displays. With fragrant aromas and a vibrant festival atmosphere, you will be swept up in the excitement and energy of the event.
This laugh out loud encounter is elevated by four nights in Adelaide and an intimate cruise along the Murray River, complete with onshore excursions and sumptuous local dishes served against the awe inspiring backdrop of the Australian bush.
Inclusions
- Return flights ex Brisbane
- 4 night Murray River cruise on board PS Murray Princess with all meals and sightseeing
- Cruise through Lock #1 at Blanchetown
- Visit the cellar door at Burk Salter Boutique Winery
- Take a walking tour of the Swan Reach township and visit the Swan Reach Museum (gold coin donation at entry)
- See the towering sandstone cliffs at the Big Bend
- Watch the Sunnydale Woolshed Show and go to the Native Wildlife Shelter
- Enjoy a riverside Aussie Barbecue
- Explore the Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve archaeological sites with an expert local guide
- Delight in a scenic tender boat ride
- 4 nights four star hotel stay in Adelaide at the Stamford Plaza Adelaide with breakfast
- Tickets to the Adelaide Fringe Festival with comedy shows including Tom Gleeson and the Umbilical Brothers
- 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 and 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 and transfers included
Highlights
Adelaide Fringe Festival
The 2026 Adelaide Fringe Festival delivers big laughs with performances by Tom Gleeson and the Umbilical Brothers. Gleeson’s trademark sharp wit and fearless humour captivate audiences, while the Umbilical Brothers’ high energy blend of physical comedy and clever sound effects brings pure inventive chaos to the stage.
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 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 ancient rock carvings and share Aboriginal history.
Hahndorf Tour
Nestled in the Adelaide Hills, Hahndorf is Australia’s oldest surviving German settlement. Discover timber cottages, bakeries, and artisanal shops surrounded by beautiful country scenery.
Itinerary
Day 1 Adelaide: Hotel Stay
Arrive in Adelaide and check in for an overnight stay.
Overnight: Stamford Plaza Adelaide
Day 2 Adelaide, Embark Ship and Caurnamont
Transfer to Mannum Wharf to embark PS Murray Princess for your Murray River cruise.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: PS Murray Princess
Day 3 Blanchetown
Visit the historic lock and enjoy wine tasting at Burk Salter Boutique Winery.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: PS Murray Princess
Day 4 Swan Reach and Sunnydale
Walk through Swan Reach Museum, then enjoy the Woolshed Show and wildlife visit in Sunnydale.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: PS Murray Princess
Day 5 Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve and Younghusband
See ancient rock carvings and sail to peaceful Younghusband.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: PS Murray Princess
Day 6 Mannum, Disembark and Adelaide Event and Hotel Stay
Return to Adelaide for a three night hotel stay and attend Tom Gleeson’s Fringe Festival show.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Stamford Plaza Adelaide
Day 7 Adelaide: Tour and Hotel Stay
Full day Barossa Valley tour including Jacob’s Creek and Hahndorf.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Stamford Plaza Adelaide
Day 8 Adelaide: Event and Hotel Stay
Enjoy another Fringe Festival performance featuring the Umbilical Brothers.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Stamford Plaza Adelaide
Day 9 Adelaide: Fly Home
Transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Meals Included: Breakfast