Murray River Explorer - 5 Days

From AU$2,995*
per person, twin share

Echuca to Echuca – Small Group

Experience the charm of the Murray River on a five-day cruise aboard the PS Emmylou, a replica vintage paddle steamer. Stop to enjoy a barbecue under the stars, a guided tour of Perricoota Station, and visits to rural towns like Echuca. While on board, savour gourmet meals and serene river views.

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Package Pricing

Payment options: The use of part payment using your vacation credits is available with the Travelflex benefit, currently available to Owners who are Lifestyle Gold, Platinum and 100 Club Members.>
Prices are Per Person, Twin Share .
Dates From Price
2 June 2026 AU$2,995*
7 July 2026 AU$2,995*
18 August 2026 AU$2,995*
15 September 2026 AU$3,295*
13 October 2026 AU$3,295*
24 November 2026 AU$2,995*
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Bookings subject to availability. Valid for sale until 31 March 2026, unless sold out prior. Featured prices include discount, available for a limited time only. Prices based on lead in cabins. 

Itinerary & Inclusions

  • Four nights aboard the PS Emmylou, the world’s sole wood-fired paddle steamer offering overnight cruises
  • Experiences in three destinations
  • Locally inspired dining – a total of 11 meals
  • Selected wines and beer included with dinner service on board
  • Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director
  • Train journey from Melbourne to Echuca
  • Enjoy riverside BBQ dining under the stars, complete with live entertainment and a crackling campfire
Itinerary

DAY 1 Arrive Melbourne, Echuca, Embark PS Emmylou

Arrive in Melbourne, board your train at Southern Cross station and travel to the rural town of Echuca in northern Victoria. This is where you’ll board the PS Emmylou, your floating home for the next four nights. The moment you step aboard, be transported to the golden age of paddle steamer travel, where life moved at a slower pace and travel wasn’t simply about the destination, but the journey itself. Tonight, you’ll enjoy a special Insider Experience

A perfect replica of a vintage paddle steamer, Emmylou is powered by its original 1906 Marshall, Sons and Co steam engine. Its gleaming timber cladding and authentic wheelhouse evoke a bygone era, and guests are welcome to step inside and chat with the skipper. The eight elegant onboard cabins feature fine linens, private en suites, and direct deck access — perfect for pausing to watch serene river scenes drift by. Set off at 4pm this afternoon for Layfield Lane, where you’ll spend your time on board unwinding with a good book or simply soaking in the ever-changing scenery of the Upper Murray River. Upon arrival, enjoy a gourmet Australian barbecue under the stars, followed by a live music performance.

Insider Experience – Riverside Barbecue Experience – Dine under the Southern constellations with a riverside barbecue at Layfield Lane. This gourmet feast sets the mood for an evening of casual conversation and live entertainment by a crackling campfire (weather dependent). Insider Experiences: These are carefully crafted experiences designed to take your holiday from amazing to extraordinary. Stay: Four Nights, PS Emmylou Daily: Dinner

DAY 2 History, River Cruising and Perricoota Station

Start your morning with a delicious breakfast on the deck of the PS Emmylou, then hop aboard our coach for the ‘Henry Hopwood Town Tour’. This engaging guided experience leads you through the historic centre of Echuca, where you’ll uncover the fascinating stories behind local landmarks, explore the differences between the steam era and modern times, and gain a deeper appreciation for the unique character that defines this river town today. We then re-join Emmylou to make a leisurely cruise downstream to your next stop, the historic Perricoota Station. Watch as scenes along the Murray unfold as you cruise, the majestic river red gums, the sunlight bouncing off the river’s surface, and the hopeful glimpse of a kangaroo hopping beyond the tree line. Listen out for the laugh of a kookaburra over the rhythmic splashing of the paddle steamer. At Perricoota Station, join your skipper for a guided tour of the historic farm and homestead and its pristine gardens. Later, return to PS Emmylou to enjoy a gourmet dinner with your fellow travellers, prepared by your onboard chef. Cap off your day with a documentary screening of the Murray River’s local communities and its famous paddle steamers throughout history. Before retiring to your cabin for the night, admire the starry night sky and the calming quiet of the Australian bush. Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

DAY 3 River Cruising, Deep Creek

This morning, wake to the sound of native bird song as your paddle steamer gently rumbles to life. Enjoy breakfast on board before a half-day exploration of Echuca, a charming rural town. After, enjoy a cruise aboard the iconic PS Canberra, a vessel with over a century of history, followed by a visit to St Anne’s Winery for lunch and tastings. Back aboard the PS Emmylou, this afternoon it’s time to relax as PS Emmylou cruises upstream, listen to the river birds’ evening chorus and watch for kangaroos along the riverbanks as the stars begin to appear. Dinner is a celebration of local flavours and produce, served on board this evening at Deep Creek Marina, where your vessel will moor overnight. Daily: Breakfast Dinner Lunch

DAY 4 River Cruising, Echuca

By this point in your journey, you will have well and truly adjusted to the unhurried, relaxed pace of life along the Murray River. Your paddle steamer spends the day travelling back upriver towards Echuca. Sit out on deck enjoying the views while swapping tales with your fellow cruisers, reading a book, or sipping a barista-made coffee and settling into one of the many cosy nooks hidden throughout the vessel. Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

DAY 5 Echuca, Depart Melbourne

If an early rise appeals to you, enjoy a riverside stroll before breakfast. After one last delicious meal on board, farewell the PS Emmylou for the final time and board a train for your return journey to Melbourne Airport, where your unforgettable holiday comes to an end. Daily: Breakfast

 

 

 

 

 

 

Important Information

  • Bookings subject to availability.
  • Prices are per person twin share, in Australian Dollars.
  • Pricing corrects as of 3 March 2026 and may fluctuate due to changes in availability, surcharges, fees or taxes and currency fluctuation.
  • Standard Travel Club Terms and Conditions apply.
  • This tour is offered and managed by TravelMarvel and their terms and conditions apply. This offer is valid on select trips and departure dates until 31 March 2026 or until sold out (whichever is earlier).
  • Cancellation and change fees apply. Bookings are non-transferable.
  • Travel insurance is not included in the package. Please ensure you have valid Travel Insurance, or request a quotation.
  •  The prices displayed on our website are based on information provided by our suppliers and are accurate at the time of publishing, but are subject to change without notice due to fluctuations in taxes, currency exchange rates, or availability. The prices quoted represent the best available at the time of publication. We do not assume responsibility for changes made by suppliers, as many departures are subject to capacity controls. Any updates to pricing will be provided at the time of your enquiry

Travel Flex ^ guidelines

These offers are provided by Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific Pty Ltd ACN 090 083 613 (Developer) via the TravelFlex benefit as part of Lifestyle by Wyndham membership and are subject to availability at time of booking.  TravelFlex is available to all Lifestyle Gold members and above.

You can use up to maximum number of credits as listed below of your Lifestyle Qualified credits toward TravelFlex:
60,000 credits  for Gold, 90,000 credits  for Platinum, 150,000 credits for 100 Club
It is a limited offer which can only be used once before the expiry date.Lifestyle Platinum and 100 Club members can make up to two transactions per promotion period (provided the total amount of exchanged credits does not exceed the above cap)
Your credits must have a minimum of 6 months / 180 days validity for use with TravelFlex
You must provide a Housekeeping Token for the first 19,999 credits and for each additional 10,000 Lifestyle Qualified Credits exchanged for Travel Flex
If you do not have enough allocated tokens per above, a fee of AU$139 is payable per 10,000 credits (or part thereof) exchanged
If you prefer to use less credits and more cash, we can adjust the pricing accordingly