Great trip on board. Took our grandchild who loved it. Scones were great. The captain and staff member on board were very helpful and provided a quality service. Loved it once again.
Adelaide River Torrens Devonshire Tea Cruise





At a glance
- Duration
- 45 min
- Price from
- $31 / person
- Location
- Adelaide, Australia
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 13 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 40
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- AT and LB Shuman PTY LTD
- Meeting point
- The Popeye's meeting point is the dock in Elder Park. We are in front of the gazebo on the south side of the river.
Description
Cruise along the picturesque Torrens River while savouring delightful Devonshire tea on this 45-minute Adelaide river tour. Enjoy freshly baked scones with whipped cream and jam, complemented by a hot beverage as you take in the scenic views of Adelaide's landmarks. Listen to live commentary from your Captain, who shares the rich history of the area. For those looking to elevate their experience, a licensed bar is available for purchasing local bubbly. - Duration: 45-minute scenic cruise on the Torrens River - Indulge in fresh scones with whipped cream and jam, plus hot beverages - Learn about Adelaide’s history from live commentary by the Captain - Optional local beverages and snacks available for purchase on board
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9 times a day, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $31
- Child (ages 3–17)
- $25
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
In demand: 155 of the next 270 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The Popeye will cruise the River Torrens.
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
How it compares in Adelaide
- Starting price $31 is 48% below the typical $59 for tours of similar length in Adelaide
Excurgo comparison of 350 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Adelaide River Torrens Devonshire Tea Cruise take?
Adelaide River Torrens Devonshire Tea Cruise lasts about 45 min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Adelaide River Torrens Devonshire Tea Cruise cost?
Prices start at $31 per person for this Adelaide experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Adelaide River Torrens Devonshire Tea Cruise run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 9 departures a day between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
How much does Adelaide River Torrens Devonshire Tea Cruise cost for children?
Children aged 3–17 pay from $25, adults from $31. Infants go free.
Does Adelaide River Torrens Devonshire Tea Cruise sell out?
It can: 155 of the next 270 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Adelaide River Torrens Devonshire Tea Cruise for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The Popeye's meeting point is the dock in Elder Park. We are in front of the gazebo on the south side of the river. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Adelaide River Torrens Devonshire Tea Cruise offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 40 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(13)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
We hired Popeye for my Grandma’s 90th Birthday. She wanted a cruise around Port river with a morning tea however the one she wanted doesn’t exist anymore and we then found Popeye on our search. They were so attentive and happy to respond to all our questions. On the day they made her feel so special giving her a shout out on the microphone, let her her sit in the captains seat with the captains hat she even felt so comfortable she was roaming around the boat chatting to everyone. The tea, coffee and scones were delicious, the whole experience was a solid 10/10 she had the most wonderful day. Massive thank you to the Popeye crew❤️
Found the directions to the venue a bit confusing. Google maps sending me to the wrong place. Luckily bumped into people doing the same cruise.
We booked the cruise for the first day of our holiday in Adelaide. It was a great way to kick off our trip, as the cruise is very relaxing and the boat driver (sorry I have forgotten his name) was very knowledgeable about the history of Adelaide. The Devonshire morning tea was very generous with 2 large scones each, we ended up sharing a serve between us & keeping the other one for later. It was lovely to just cruise along the river and ease into our holiday. Would highly recommend it to anyone thinking about doing it. There were a couple of younger children on board & the boat driver got them to come up & blow the horn, they were smiling from ear to ear & their grandmother got some very happy pics.
We had a lovely cruise, the captain shared so much of the local river history verbally but also through great old snapshots which were passed around the group as we cruised. Our Devonshire tea was beaut too as tge young captains mate. We would rate this a must do cruise while in Adelaide city area. 🌷🌷🌷
Nice leisurely cruise. On time snd organised. Assistant was very helpful however the commentary was a little boring.
A beautiful cruise on the River Torrens. Excellent skipper in Tom and and Anastasia did and equally excellent job being deckhand. The commentary was insightful and entertaining. The morning tea was delicious and they catered to our gluten free diet. Couldn't fault the weather, we were very lucky. Value for money.
We had a lovely afternoon on board Popeye thankyou! Excellent service, very helpful and informative tour guide and crew and the scones were just delicious.
The narrative was really good, good sense of humour and very informative. We booked in advance and had tea and scones, which were very nice. The weather cooperated, not raining, lovely day if a bit windy.
It was a pleasant way to spend an hour, though I thought that it might have gone further down the river. The scones were large and yummy one box between two was more than enough.
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