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Embark on an eight-day luxury cruise aboard the PS Australian Star. Enjoy stunning Murray River views, gourmet dining, and exclusive experiences like wine tastings, historic site visits, and local art tours. Relax during evening campfires and enjoy live entertainment as you explore Echuca and beyond with just 38 guests.
These exclusive or unique experiences are thoughtfully curated to take you on an inspiring journey beneath the surface of local history, culture and traditions. What’s more, these once-in-a-lifetime moments are often not available to a regular traveller. The following highlights are just a taste of what we have prepared, especially for you.
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 ambiance while immersing yourself in the history and beauty of Victoria’s historic river country.
Onboard Wine Tasting
As your ship cruises along the Murray, revel in a unique wine-tasting experience on board with a partnering winery. Savour the nuanced notes of exceptional wines against the scenic backdrop of the Murray, creating a perfect harmony of relaxation and indulgence
Guide Lantern Tour
Journey back in time and discover Echuca’s dark secrets of the past on a one-hour guided lantern tour. Echuca Wharf and its surrounding area have long been associated with ghost stories and unexplained happenings.
St Anne’s Winery Lunch and Tour
Explore the intricate art of winemaking at St Anne’s Winery in Echuca. Witness the meticulous process from vine to bottle, gaining insights into the cultivation of grapes, fermentation, and barrel aging. After the enlightening tour, indulge in a delectable lunch featuring exquisite grazing boards, perfectly paired with the winery’s finest selections.
Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.
Save up to $300 per person*:Â This offer is valid on select trips and departure dates 30 November 2026 or until sold out (whichever is earlier). The amounts saved will vary whether the booking is per couple or per person. Any available credit is not transferrable or redeemable for cash. To obtain this offer, a non-refundable deposit per person is due within seven (7) days of booking and final payment will be due 100 days prior to the tour’s departure date. If any of these payment dates are not complied with, then the offer may be revoked. Our standard terms and conditions will also apply.
General Information & Conditions: Offers are available for travellers departing from select countries. All pricing and save amounts are in Australian Dollars. Information is correct as at the time of publishing, but may fluctuate due to changes in surcharges, taxes or currency. A strictly limited number of offers are available on selected itineraries and departure dates in selected suites/staterooms/cabins/room categories. Offers are subject to availability, not combinable unless specified, available on new bookings only and may be withdrawn at any time. A non-refundable deposit per person is due within seven days (7) of booking. Final payment is due 100 days prior to the tour’s departure date. Your booking contract is with Australian Pacific Touring Pty Ltd (APT), and incorporates all of the terms and conditions. APT recommends that you read and understand your contract, and ask APT or your travel agent if you require any clarification. Our standard terms and conditions will also apply.
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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 paddle steamer 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 paddle steamer sets off upstream. You can soak in the scenery from your room’s own private verandah, 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 ambiance while immersing yourself in the history and beauty of Victoria’s historic river country.
Stay:Â Seven Nights, PS Australian Star
Daily:·  Lunch·  Dinner
Signature Experience
These all-inclusive, once-in-a-lifetime moments allow you to experience an unforgettable world of exclusive moments, incredible cultures and charming surprises.
Following breakfast on board, cruise to the iconic Perricoota Station then board a coach for a visit to Murray Gums Estate. Here you’ll join the property’s owners for a guided tour along a beautiful walking trail, learning about significant Indigenous heritage sites, before savouring a gourmet lunch and wine tasting featuring the region’s local produce. After lunch, return to Perricoota Station to tour its historic buildings and pristine gardens before returning to your paddle steamer for dinner on the deck. A documentary on the famous paddle steamers and communities of the Murray River provides the perfect way to close out another sensational day on the river.
Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner
Enjoy full day of cruising today after the morning mist settles around wildlife-rich Perricoota. The pleasant and relaxing journey to Layfield Lane reveals the beauty of the special environment, which can be admired in its full glory from the many panoramic viewing points of the PS Australian Star. Enjoy lunch in the onboard space of your choice, whether you’d like to soak in the rays on the outdoor deck or relax in Randell’s Dining Room. Tonight, delight in a delectable Australian BBQ on the riverbank followed by live entertainment and time to relax around the campfire (weather dependent).
Signature Experience – Onboard Wine Tasting
As your ship cruises along the Murray, revel in a unique wine-tasting experience on board with a partnering winery. Savour the nuanced notes of exceptional wines against the scenic backdrop of the Murray, creating a perfect harmony of relaxation and indulgence.
Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner
Signature Experience
These all-inclusive, once-in-a-lifetime moments allow you to experience an unforgettable world of exclusive moments, incredible cultures and charming surprises.
Following another delicious onboard breakfast, depart your floating home for a half-day exploration of the fascinating town of Echuca. Embark on the Henry Hopwood Town Tour, discovering Echuca’s icons including Hopwood’s Punt and the pontoon bridge, which was the region’s original Murray River crossing. Next is a brilliant morning tea aboard the PS Canberra, which was constructed in 1912, before free time to further explore Echuca. Return to the PS Australian Star for lunch before setting sail upstream again, passing the historic port of Echuca Wharf.
Signature Experience – Guided Lantern Tour
Journey back in time and discover Echuca’s dark secrets of the past on a one-hour guided lantern tour. Echuca Wharf and its surrounding area have long been associated with ghost stories and unexplained happenings.
Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner
Signature Experience
These all-inclusive, once-in-a-lifetime moments allow you to experience an unforgettable world of exclusive moments, incredible cultures and charming surprises.
Spectacular silo art awaits on a half-day discovery today. Journey to Rochester and Colbinabbin to admire the vast, vibrant murals which adorn still-working grain silos and depict the region’s enthralling heritage and magnificent wildlife. Delve further into the region’s culture with an authentic pub lunch with the welcoming owners and locals of the Colbinabbin Hotel. Soak in the serenity back on board this afternoon as the PS Australian Star swings back downstream. Marvel at the riverside scenery with a cup of tea or enjoy free flowing drinks in the saloon as you glide along the Murray. Tonight, return to the riverbanks of Layfield Lane for another mouth-watering BBQ dinner and evening of entertainment and conversation by the campfire.
Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner
Following breakfast on board, return to land for a delightful visit to the Great Aussie Beer Shed & Heritage Farm Museum on the outskirts of Echuca, where you’ll immerse yourself in the history of the region.  After a brief return to your paddle steamer, stop off for a wonderful wine tasting at St Anne’s Vineyards’ Echuca Cellar Door before reboarding for an afternoon tea service as you cruise in luxury towards Deep Creek Marina.
Signature Experience – St Anne’s Winery Lunch and Tour
Explore the intricate art of winemaking at St Anne’s Winery in Echuca. Witness the meticulous process from vine to bottle, gaining insights into the cultivation of grapes, fermentation, and barrel aging. After the enlightening tour, indulge in a delectable lunch featuring exquisite grazing boards, perfectly paired with the winery’s finest selections.
Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner
Signature Experience
These all-inclusive, once-in-a-lifetime moments allow you to experience an unforgettable world of exclusive moments, incredible cultures and charming surprises.
Continue downstream early this morning en route to the Torrumbarry Weir. Upon arrival, take a guided walk across the historic weir before visiting the Interpretive Centre to learn more about the incredible Murray-Darling Basin and the weir and lock system, which is over a century old. Tonight, savour pre-dinner canapés and drinks as the sun sets over the weir before indulging in your last dinner on board, hosted by your friendly Captain. Admire the dazzling star-studded skies and native wildlife as you bask in the beauty of the region for the final night of your adventure.
Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner
Enjoy a riverside stroll before breakfast if an early rise appeals to you, then farewell the PS Australian Star for the last time and board a coach for your return journey via Echuca to Melbourne, where your unforgettable holiday comes to an end.
Daily:·  Breakfast
From AUD $7,795 per person, twin share
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Cancellation and change policies vary by cruise line and fare type. Refundable fares offer more flexibility, while non-refundable fares may incur penalties.
Yes, you can request an upgrade, and some cruise lines offer upgrade bidding programs. Availability depends on demand.
Booking early (12–18 months in advance) or during wave season (January to March) often provides the best deals and perks.
Cabin choices depend on your preferences: Interior: No windows, budget-friendly. Oceanview: Window or porthole for natural light. Balcony: Private outdoor space. Suite: Luxurious amenities and more space.
Yes, it’s recommended to book popular shore excursions early to secure a spot. Many cruise lines and third-party operators offer online bookings.
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