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Exterior render of the luxury PS Australian Star paddle steamer docked at the timber Echuca Wharf. Credit: Murray River Paddlesteamers / Shane Strudwick
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Travelmarvel: Retreat to the Murray 2027

Melbourne

Melbourne

8 days, 7 nights

Small Luxury Cruise

From: $10,172 pp

Tour overview

Experience the timeless beauty of the Murray River on an indulgent cruise aboard the luxurious PS Australian Star. Glide through tranquil river landscapes while enjoying gourmet dining, local wines and immersive experiences. From historic Echuca and riverside campfires to winery visits and heritage discoveries, this is slow travel at its finest.

Tour highlights & inclusions

8 days / 7 nights
7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners

Melbourne

Melbourne

Unique Stays
Rental car included

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Trip itinerary

Be met in Melbourne and transferred by coach to Torrumbarry on the banks of the mighty Murray River, where you’ll board your marvellous home for the next seven nights, the five-star PS Australian Star. The brand-new wood-fired paddlesteamer is the largest in the southern hemisphere and boasts modern and spacious rooms, hosting a maximum of just 38 guests. Settle in and meet your fellow travellers as your paddlesteamer sets off upstream. You can soak in the scenery from your room’s own private deck, or you might like to relax in the Hopwood Lounge or share a drink in the outdoor seating area as you sail in unrivalled luxury en route to Norris Bend. A riverside campfire and chef-prepared welcome dinner awaits in the bush surrounds, before you retire to your stylish room for your first night aboard.

Signature Experience – Junction Moama

Founded by James Maiden in 1847, Junction Moama reflects the rich heritage of Echuca, blending the rustic charm of colonial days with the sophistication of modern culture. Located at the confluence of the Murray and Campaspe rivers, this iconic venue offers a unique riverside setting. Indulge in a curated dining experience featuring seasonal dishes crafted from locally sourced produce. Relax in the contemporary ambience while immersing yourself in the history and beauty of Victoria’s historic river country.

Staying Seven Nights, PS Australian Star

A wooden entry sign reading "WELCOME TO THE PORT OF ECHUCA" with two cyclists with bicycles standing in the background on a dirt street.

Inclusions

Journey back in time and discover Echuca’s dark secrets of the past on a one-hour guided lantern tour

Owner-led guided tour of Murray Gums Estate, followed by lunch and a wine tasting

Riverside BBQ dining under the stars, complete with live entertainment and a crackling campfire

Stay aboard the PS Australian Star

Train journey between Melbourne & Echuca

Visit the historic Perricoota Station

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