You won’t be left alone – A Travelrite International tour manager will be looking after you and there will be sightseeing excursions or classes every day.
Outside Cabins open onto the outside deck and have picture windows. Each cabin has a private ensuite, air-conditioning, electric blankets, soaps, shampoo and towels and are serviced daily. Each cabin is approximately 12 sq metres. Most rooms have twin beds. A $60 per cabin per night surcharge applies for cabins with a double bed, subject to availability. A limited number of cabins are available for single occupancy. Single Occupancy cabins may be smaller than standard twin rooms. All cabins are subject to availability. Please call for details on 1800 630 343.
Michelle has always had a love affair with textiles. She has been a part of the Australian quilting industry for the last 28 years. She started as a sample quilt maker for a fabric importer and her work was seen by magazine staff. This was the start of a long career working with Australian patchwork magazines. She writes regular columns for Quilters Companion even acting as Creative Director of the title for one year. She has presented eight DVDs’ on a wide variety of techniques and has published five books. She has designed five fabric ranges, with Cidade being the current range available in store. Michelle enjoys imparting her knowledge to students and has a busy teaching schedule. Her work has won several awards at the NSW Quilt Guild Show. She has been leading the Travelrite International patchwork tours since 2008, enjoying exploring America, Canada, Japan, Vietnam, Singapore and Europe with her fellow quilters.
VIEW ITINERARYDAY 1 Saturday 6 January, 2024 Victor Harbor
Tour members will depart from Adelaide airport at 12.30am. We will
have time for a stop in the quaint town of Hahndorf – “Australia’s
Oldest German Town”, settled in 1839 by Lutherans fleeing religious
persecution in Prussia. Hahndorf was named after the ship’s
captain Hahn, whilst dorf is German for village. We continue to our
accommodation at Victor Harbor for a 2 night stay. This evening we
will enjoy a welcome dinner.
DAY 2 Sunday 7 January, 2024 Victor Harbor
This morning we will visit Penny Lane Patchwork shop. They stock
a large range of kits and fabrics including some fabulous children’s
fabrics. Early afternoon we catch the Cockle Train to Goolwa, a
gorgeous riverside town at the mouth of the Murray. In the early
days of settlement locals would take the horse drawn train to
Goolwa to collect cockles for bait. On our return to Victor Harbor we
will set up our project under Michelle Marvig’s instruction.
DAY 3 Monday 8 January, 2024 Embarkation
Today we travel to Mannum arriving at lunch time. We have free time
before boarding the PS Murray Princess mid-afternoon and sailing
upriver while we enjoy a Welcome Aboard dinner. As we cruise under
floodlight to our overnight mooring at Caurnamont, you may see
nocturnal wildlife on the riverbank. Watch for kangaroos, hairynosed
wombats, tortoises, egrets and many other species.
DAY 4 Tuesday 9 January, 2024 Blanchetown
Enjoy a leisurely morning, with time to work on our projects, then
enjoy lunch while cruising upriver to Blanchetown through one of
13 locks which maintain the flow and levels of water. This afternoon
we moor opposite the township of Blanchetown for our overnight
anchorage. As the last rays of the sun fade, we visit Burk Salter
Boutique Winery and enjoy wine tasting at the cellar door, which is
fitted out with beautiful red gum bars. After dinner, join us for all the
fun and excitement, and participate in our “Murray River Cup” – the
local version of the Melbourne Cup.
DAY 5 Wednesday 10 January, 2024 Swan Reach/
Sunnydale
After breakfast cruise to picturesque Swan Reach. The town was first
settled in the 1850s and was originally the largest of five sheep and
cattle stations in the area and is now home to native flower and fruit
growers. The original Swan Reach homestead is now the Swan Reach
Hotel where you can enjoy an ale or cappuccino overlooking the
Murray River. Join a walking tour and visit the Swan Reach Museum.
After lunch as we cruise downriver we can take in the tranquillity as
the landscape slides by or work on your project. When we arrive at
Sunnydale, it’s all ashore for the Woolshed Show where we take in
some typical Australian woolshed history. Later we visit the Native
Wildlife Shelter where some of South Australia’s most interesting
native animals are cared for. And then of course, there is the great
Aussie Barbecue – cooked and served in a bush setting on the banks
of the mighty Murray River. After dinner, there are two optional onshore tours to choose from (additional cost). A Nocturnal Tour in
a comfortable purpose-built cart where you may see kangaroos,
wombats, foxes, bats and owls and the Dark Sky Night Tour where
you will be taken to an internationally recognised Dark Sky Reserve
to observe the stars of the Milky Way.
DAY 6 Thursday 11 January, 2024 Younghusband
After breakfast, we slowly cruise downriver past magnificent cliffs
scoured by the river over millions of years. Tour members will have
time to work on their projects. We reach Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal
Reserve, one of Australia’s most significant archaeological sites,
for a step back in time – tens of thousands of years – for a guided
boardwalk tour to view ancient rock carvings and to learn about
aboriginal history in the area. We return to the vessel to cruise
downriver to Younghusband.
DAY 7 Friday 12 January, 2024 Disembarkation/
Kangaroo Island
We leave Younghusband and head back to Mannum. After breakfast
we reluctantly say farewell to the PS Murray Princess as we arrive
at the Mannum Wharf. We board our coach to transfer to the ferry,
which sails to Kangaroo Island. After landing at Penneshaw we
continue to Kingscote the largest town on the island. This is South
Australia’s oldest European settlement. We will have time to explore
that main street and visit Patchwork at the Bay Window, which
stocks a large range of cottage garden embroidery, Batiks and wide
backing fabric. Michelle will meet those wishing to dine with the
group for dinner.
DAY 8 Saturday 13 January, 2024 Adelaide
This morning brings us to the Southern Coast of the island, where
we will have a tour of Seal Bay, viewing the Sea Lion colony and
learning about their habitats. On our drive around the island we will
be able to spot wallabies, koalas, kangaroos and fur seals. We travel
to Adelaide our home for three nights. Adelaide is a gracious city,
where the early settlers built attractive stone buildings. The city has
a superb setting surrounded by green parkland.
DAY 9 Sunday 14 January, 2024 Adelaide
In the morning we travel to the Adelaide Hills to visit Quiltaholics,
which stocks lots of different fabrics and gives great service. We
continue to Carrick Hill a house built 62 years ago, where we enjoy
lunch, before a guided tour of the 400 years old interior, which
was shipped from England. The house contains some wonderful
antiques. The garden has a large collection of roses including
important collections of old fashioned and Australian roses.
DAY 10 Monday 15 January, 2024 Adelaide
Today we will visit the Art Gallery of South Australia. Housed within
jewel-like 19th and 20th century buildings in the heart of the city’s
cultural precinct, the gallery has one of the largest collections in
Australia, with around 47,000 works of art from across the globe.
We will enjoy a guided tour of the gallery. The tour will focus on the
gorgeous William Morris & Co exhibition which includes furniture,
ceramics and textiles. After time for lunch we travel Hattie’s
Patchwork shop, which stocks a huge range of beautifully chosen
fabric, patterns and wadding in the afternoon. This evening we will
enjoy a farewell dinner.
DAY 11 Tuesday 16 January, 2024 Depart
This morning we travel to Riverlea Quilts. With 4,000 bolts of fabric
this shop can cater to many different tastes from traditional to
contemporary. In the afternoon we are transferred to Adelaide
Airport for flights back home. We plan to arrive at the airport at
1.00pm.
TWIN FARE PER PERSON | SINGLE FARE |
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$4,995 | $6,495 |
Tour Operator
Travelrite International Pty Ltd, (ABN 64 005 817
078) is the tour operator. The PS Murray Princess is operated by
Captain Cook Cruises.
Tour Costs
The tour costs are based on general transport, entry, and
accommodation costs. Travelrite reserves the right to alter the costs
if any of these factors change, giving any passenger that has booked
the right to withdraw with full refund of monies paid or modify
arrangements. No alterations to price will be made within 90 days of
departure from Australia.
Deposit and Payment
A non refundable deposit of $900 per passenger for is
required at the time of booking. Full payment will be required 90 days
before departure for the Murray River Cruise tour. Cancellation under
90 days before tour departs will result in a loss of all monies paid.
Payment may be made by cheque or cash a 1.5% administration fee
will be charged on payments made by credit cards.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is recommended to cover the
costs of cancellation fees due to illness, death in family, etc.
Minimum Tour Numbers and conditions
The tour has been
priced on the basis of a minimum number of passengers having
booked 90 days prior to departure. Travelrite reserves the right
to cancel the tour, giving a full refund of all monies paid or offer
arrangements to proceed with the tour at a modified cost.
Tour Organisation
Travelrite reserves the right to change
advertised entrances if necessary for the smooth operation of the tour.
Refunds
The tour is based on arrangements that do not allow for any
refunds in respect to sightseeing, accommodation, meals, airfare or
other services not utilized after the tour has commenced.
Baggage
Due to coach restrictions, tour members can only bring one
large suitcase.
Tour Participation
Children under 5 years of age are ineligible on coach & cruise tours. Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Passengers with disabilities are welcome on Travelrite & Cruise Offers tours provided they are accompanied by a companion capable of providing all necessary assistance, and do not require special assistance from Travelrite & Cruise Offers personnel. Travelrite and Cruise Offers reserves the right to refuse to carry anyone if it is felt the individual cannot cope with the requirements of coach & cruise tour travel and who may require services and facilities that Travelrite & Cruise Offers cannot guarantee will be available. You agree to not hold the Travelrite & Cruise Offers responsible for any decision made by any of them or any service provider to refuse to carry you, provide any facilities or accommodation to you or to provide any service to you.
Responsibility
Travelrite International Pty Ltd. (ABN 64 005 817
078) is the tour organizer. Travelrite acts only as an agent in the making of arrangements for hotels, transportation, restaurants or any other
service and does not assume any liability whatsoever for any injury,
damage, death, loss, accident or delay to person or property due to an
act of negligence or a default of any hotel, carrier restaurant company
or person rendering any services included in the tour, or by act of
God. Further no responsibilities are accepted for any damage or delay
due to sickness, pilferage, labour disputes, machinery break-down,
quarantine, government restraints, weather, terrorism or other causes
beyond their control. No responsibility is accepted for any additional
expense, omission, delays, re-routing or acts of any government
authority. The passage contract between the carriers concerned, when
issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the
purchasers of this tour and/or the passengers. The right is reserved to
withdraw any tour and/or make such changes in the tour as may be
found desirable or necessary for the convenience of the parties and
the proper carrying out of the tour. This contract shall be construed in
accordance of the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia and any legal
action must be undertaken in the State of Victoria. Attention is also
directed to the terms and conditions of the cruise passage contract with
Captain Cook Cruises, detailed on their website.
Delays and Unforeseen Events
You engage Travelrite International to book this tour on your behalf and you acknowledge that Travelrite Inter-national acts as your agent for the purpose of making contracts between you and the various providers of accommodation, transportation and other services that comprise the tour. Travelrite International may without reference to you provide or make available to you, or may as your agent engage any third party to provide or make available to you, any good or service which Travelrite International reasonably believes is necessary for your benefit to maintain the tour itinerary, repatriate you or otherwise accommodate, transport or sustain you in circumstances in which the tour itinerary fails wholly or partly for any reason. You appoint Travelrite International your attorney for this purpose. You agree to pay Travelrite International any cost thereof and you indemnify Travelrite International in respect of any cost it incurs in this regard. Travelrite advises you to obtain travel insurance generally including in respect of the risk that any such good or service may become required.
Vaccination Policy
While highly recommended, COVID-19
vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling
with us. It is your responsibility to comply with specific vaccine and/
or booster requirements imposed by airlines, cruise lines and/or
authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for
accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than
the above. No refunds will be given if you are unable to undertake
some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these
requirements.
How to Book:
Bookings can be made by completing a booking form
and sending it with a deposit of $900 per person to:
Travelrite International Pty. Ltd.
423 Whitehorse Road
Balwyn, Victoria 3103
Further information can be obtained by phoning
Toll Free 1800 630 343
Phone: (03) 8803 6868
Email: balwyn@travelrite.com.au
ABOUT TRAVELRITE INTERNATIONAL:
Travelrite International
Pty Ltd (ABN 64 005 817 078) is a well-established travel company
which has been marketing throughout Australia for over 36 years
and operating in Victoria for more than 40 years. It has an ATAS
accredited offices at Balwyn, which is also accredited with IATA. As
such they directly represent the major airlines of the world and all
major domestic and international hotel, tour and transport operators.
Travelrite International Pty Ltd is a full member of the Australian
Federation of Travel Agents – AFTA.
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