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NOVA Cruises – Historic Morpeth Cruise
Highlights
- Experience the historic charm of Morpeth, once a bustling trade port, on a scenic cruise along the Hunter River.
- Savour the modern comforts of air conditioning and a licensed bar as you glide upstream from Newcastle Harbour.
- Explore Morpeth's authentic ambiance for 1-1.5 hours, perfect for shopping and enjoying a bite to eat.
- Witness the Hexham bridge lift, a unique spectacle that enhances your journey along this historic paddle steam route.
Morpeth, situated on the banks of the Hunter River, was once the gateway to inland Australia and one of the busiest trade ports in NSW. Today you can re-live the historic paddle steam route with the modern day comforts of air conditioning and a licensed bar. Starting in Newcastle Harbour, heading upstream on the Hunter River, the Hexham bridge is lifted for our passage before continuing to Morpeth. Spend 1-1.5 hrs in Morpeth’s authentic historic ambiance before heading home. Whilst in Morpeth, shop and grab a bite to eat before reboarding for your journey home.
Tour details
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Operation information
NOVA Cruises – Historic Morpeth Cruise
Welcome aboard the Historic Morpeth Cruise – Bay Connections 1 with NOVA Cruises.
Morpeth, situated on the banks of the Hunter River, was once the gateway to inland Australia and one of the busiest trade ports in NSW. Today you can re-live the historic paddle steam route with the modern day comforts of air conditioning and a licensed bar.
Starting in Newcastle Harbour, heading upstream on the Hunter River, the Hexham bridge is lifted for passage before continuing to Morpeth. Spend 1-1.5 hours in Morpeth’s authentic historic village, shop and grab a bite to eat before reboarding for your return journey.
Keep a lookout for whales or dolphins on your cruise, you might spot one or two.
You only need to read some of the reviews to know this one is a winner.
Various times and dates may alter, depending on the tide.
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