Passengers wishing to join one of our Murray River Cruises can either fly into Adelaide, and then take the prearranged coach transfer from Adelaide to the departure point of the cruise boats. There is also access to garaging a vehicle at the departure point.

Coach transfers for the Murray Princess pick-up from CBD locations in Adelaide. The coach transfers for the Proud Mary cruise departs from the central business district and is a short walk from most hotels in Adelaide.

If you would like to stay before or after your cruise we can book you in at the hotels where the coach transfers will pick you up and drop you off. Any accommodation needs can be booked at the same time you are booking your Murray River Cruise on the Murray Princess or Proud Mary.

For passengers who are travelling long distances to start their Murray River Cruises, they may want to consider adding on a 2-day and 1-night tour to the famous Kangaroo Island, either before or after their Murray River Cruise. This fully guided coach tour includes extra accommodation in Adelaide before or after your Murray River Cruise plus all ferry, accommodation, meals, and guiding whilst on Kangaroo Island.

This 2-day tour visits stunning places like Seal Bay, and Remarkable Rocks and visits Honey Farms, Eucalyptus Distilleries, and a Bird of Prey Park just to name just a few. You can see packages that include Murray River Cruises on both Murray Princess & Proud Mary, Kangaroo Island Touring & Accommodation plus Adelaide accommodation on our website.

Another option is to visit Flinder Ranges on smaller and off-the-beaten tracks.

Travelling by paddle steamers is an amazing experience. If you are enjoying an Emmylou cruise then you may choose to self-drive and park at Echuca. Fly to Melbourne and arrange a shuttle bus to pick up or catch the train. Transfers from Melbourne and Bendigo can be booked. Pickups from the train station can also be arranged.

If you would like to stay before or after your cruise we can book you in at the hotels in Melbourne where the shuttle bus will pick you up or Echuca if you want a few extra days to explore this beautiful town.

There are lots of options with a cruise along the Upper Murray River – combine your PS Emmylou cruise with a few rounds of golf. There are beautiful courses in the area. This is a great trip from Melbourne, Canberra or Sydney, or anywhere.

This small boat cruising, with only 16 guests at any one time, lovely food and local produce, and lots of variety of things to do in the area – a perfect getaway!

Be one of the first to cruise on the all-new Australian Star, replacing the Emmylou in 2025.