NOVA Cruises – Historic Morpeth Cruise
Highlights
- Relive the historic paddle steam route along the Hunter River, enjoying modern comforts like air conditioning and a licensed bar.
- Explore Morpeth's authentic historic village for 1-1.5 hours, sampling local shops and eateries at your leisure.
- Watch for whales and dolphins during your scenic cruise, adding a touch of wildlife magic to your journey.
- Start your adventure from Newcastle Harbour, where the rich maritime history sets the stage for an unforgettable experience.
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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NOVA Cruises – Historic Morpeth Cruise
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.
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