The German cruise liner Astor pulled into Mackay this morning to take on supplies as part of a four month around the world voyage.

The Cruise Ship Astor enters Mackay Harbour

The 20 000 ton vessel carrying about 350 passengers berthed at Mackay Harbour just after 11 a.m.

Mackay Tourism Limited general manager David Phillips said passengers would enjoy a number of sight-seeing tours today, including an excursion to the Upper Pioneer Valley

Mr Phillips said the visit had the potential to inject up to $100 000 into the local economy.

The Astor is due to leave Mackay tonight.