Located in the historic Port of Echuca, Victoria, we operate 2 beautiful Steamers ~ PS Emmylou & PS Canberra.
Launching mid 2025, our third Steamer, PS Australian Star ~ the Southern Hemispheres first luxury riverboat. Located on the banks of the Murray River, in the bustling riverport of Echuca, Murray River Paddlesteamers proudly operate 3 beautifully restored paddlesteamers. With a combined age of over 230 years our fleet, the PS Canberra, Pride of the Murray and PS Emmylou, have a proud history workin
g along the rivers. These days, with each of the boats offering a unique tourism experience the future is as exciting as the past, and our crew can't wait to show you what it's all about! With a huge range of experiences on offer, and operating every day of the year except Christmas Day, there is something for everyone at Murray River Paddlesteamers. Throughout the year we offer daily short cruises, and morning & afternoon tea cruises, or if you're looking for something more, Wharf-To-Winery, lunch and dinner cruises. During the warmer months (September - May) PS Emmylou departs on relaxing 1 and 2 night heritage cruises - there's no better way to soak up the atmosphere of river life! PS Emmylou also offers dockside accommodation, year round, with our 'Boatel' package - if you would like a night, or more, in Echuca's most unique and waterfront hotel. PS Emmylou (b. 1980) is our fully licensed restaurant paddlesteamer, seating over 40 guests for morning tea, afternoon tea, lunch or dinner, and comfortably accommodating 18 guests overnight. Our chefs prepare all meals freshly onboard, and the menus are changed seasonally complimented with a fine selection of wines and beers. Why not indulge, take some time out, and enjoy some delicious food whilst watching the beautiful scenery slide past onboard Echuca's Finest Paddlesteamer, PS Emmylou. PS Canberra (b. 1913) and Pride of the Murray (b. 1924) are the perfect way to see the old Port of Echuca from the river. Listen to the Captain as they recall the colourful history of the riverboat trade; whilst you cruise past the towering redgum wharves in the area. If you'd like to make a day of it, you can join us for our famous Wharf - To - Winery package. Arrive at the award winning Morrison's Winery in style, by paddlesteamer of course, to enjoy an afternoon of decadent food and fine wine before enjoying a leisurely cruise back to the Port of Echuca. For something a bit different, why not experience Riverlights: The Story of Echuca. Set off onboard Pride of the Murray for a 2-course dinner whilst cruising under darkness, before the story of Echuca and the paddlesteamers is revealed before your eyes. We won't say too much, it'll give the surprise away! Of course, if you would like to experience any of this privately, or create a tailor-made package to suit your needs, all of our paddlesteamers are available for exclusive charter. Our crew look forward to welcoming you onboard one of Echuca's favourite paddlesteamers!!
04/12/2024
🎁 This Christmas, Give the Gift of Adventure on the Murray River!
This Christmas, why not gift your loved ones a truly unforgettable experience? Imagine the joy of cruising down the serene Murray River, surrounded by stunning scenery, enjoying delicious meals, and creating memories that last a lifetime.
Our Murray River Gift Cards are the perfect way to share the magic of the holidays. Whether it’s a relaxing sightseeing cruise aboard the 110-year-old PS Canberra, our popular Wharf to Winery or Port to Plate lunch Cruises or even a luxurious multi-day getaway aboard PS Emmylou, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
You can even buy a set dollar amount gift card and let your special someone choose their own cruise.
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02/12/2024
As we move into the 'silly season' with Christmas Day fast approaching, we wish all of our followers, new and old guests who have enjoyed PS Emmylou or PS Canberra and continue to do so, a very special message.
We appreciate you enormously!
Cheers to you!
02/12/2024
*** JUST RELEASED ***
PS EMMYLOU 10% SAVINGS
Book by 31 December 2024, using promo code Emmylou25
Welcome to December... a very pretty Kingfisher had us captivated this morning, flying about Emmylou.
27/11/2024
7 NIGHT KOONDROOK EXPEDITION CRUISE | Offering a rare opportunity to explore over 200km of rarely seen waterways onboard the majestic PS Emmylou, an authentic paddle steamer.
DISCOVERY, EXPLORER, ALL THE RIVERS RUN | Our 3 beautifully curated, niche and bespoke itineraries are selling fast.
If you would like to join us on the Southern Hemisphere's first luxury river boat, PS Australian Star, debuting mid 2025, we welcome you onboard to an experience unparalleled offering an unforgettable holiday!
Unlock incredible savings as we currently offer 20% off PS Australian Star and our beloved PS Emmylou (sailing until June 2025) for our 'Black Friday deal'.
See our website, www.murrayriverpaddlesteamers.com.au for further details using promo code BLACKF. Valid for direct bookings only via our website until Friday 29th November at midnight. Book and pay for your cruise fare in full within 7 days.
19/11/2024
Black Friday Only: Save 20% on PS Emmylou & PS Australian Star Cruises!
For one day only, take advantage of an exclusive 20% discount on any PS Emmylou or PS Australian Star Cruise departing in 2025 or 2026! This once-a-year offer is available only on Friday, 22nd November, so don’t miss out.
Simply use promo code BlackF at checkout to unlock your special savings. Book on Friday only and pay for your cruise in full within 7 days. Valid for direct website bookings only.
14/11/2024
PS Emmylou | For those who adore our beautiful lady, PS Emmylou and to those who will adore her soon once having taken an overnight itinerary, or day trip (day trips only over Jan 2026), below is a wonderful read of our darling lady via Wikipedia.
Enjoy 📖!
PS Emmylou is a paddle steamer operated by Murray River Paddlesteamers in Echuca, used for both day and overnight accommodation cruises.[2]
10/11/2024
Lest we forget.
07/11/2024
The Christmas 🤶 🎄 🎅 holiday season is fast approaching.
Don’t forget to book your unforgettable experience on the beautiful Murray River, named as the world’s 🌍 best 25 places to visit in 2025 by National Geographic!
Link below. 👇
🌞 Summer on the Murray with PS Emmylou! 🌞
We're excited to announce our brand-new summer season cruises departing from Echuca! Whether you're looking for a relaxing hour on the water or a luxurious evening experience, we’ve got you covered:
✨ NEW Adults-Only 2.5-Hour Dinner Cruise: Enjoy a stunning sunset as you dine on a delicious three-course meal, with the golden light filtering through the river redgum trees. A perfect way to spend a summer evening on the Murray! Plus a new VIP package is available 🌅🍽️
🌿 Daily 1-Hour Scenic Cruises: Hop aboard for a relaxing daytime journey through the heart of the Murray River. Ideal for soaking in the beauty of the river and surrounding nature as you enjoy a beverage or snack from the bar🌳
Don't miss out on these unforgettable river experiences! Book your cruise today and make this summer one to remember. ✨
A wonderful Sunday read in The Age ‘Traveller’ of our new luxury vessel debuting in June 2025, PS Australian Star ⭐️ . Exciting times ahead for cruisers and the Murray River region.
The stunningly and captivating mighty Murray River has been named the 'best of the best global 2025' places to visit by National Geographic, as we announced yesterday.
To be chosen amongst other wonderful and enchanting places on our planet is something!!
Along with this, singling out our new vessel to debut mid next year, PS Australian Star as the shining lead of the future and continuation of the history of paddle steamers along the Murray River.
PS Australian Star will provide a luxury river boat experience for the first time in the Southern Hemisphere. Our company is an Australian owned and run company and to be acknowledged and spotlighted by National Geographic is something we are so proud of!
PS Australian Star will sit alongside our queen of day tours, PS Canberra and charming, PS Emmylou who will be chartered by Travelmarvel on 4 night cruises from August 2025.
Below is a great editorial piece (one of many) to read and enjoy of our wonderful and breathtaking area of the world, The Murray River.
Many Aussie places that have achieved international renown. But Nat Geo has named a surprising destination as the country's best for 2025.
22/10/2024
*** NEWS *** BEST OF THE WORLD 🌍
The Murray River has made National Geographics Best of the World Destinations for 2025!
Curated by National Geographic's team of experts and editors around the globe, is a true reflection of the beauty, uniqueness and magic which unfolds at every breathtaking corner of The Murray River.
To have our new luxury vessel, PS Australian Star, launching mid 2025 also featured is a stellar proud moment!
*** We are selling fast coming into the silly season and January *** ~ secure your booking now for an unforgettable experience onboard a traditional wood powered steam engine!
Choice of:~
Dinner Cruise ~ 1hr historical cruise ~ Wharf to Winery Lunch ~ Port to Plate Cruise
We're excited to announce our brand-new summer season cruises departing from Echuca! Whether you're looking for a relaxing hour on the water or a luxurious evening experience, we’ve got you covered:
✨ NEW Adults-Only 2.5-Hour Dinner Cruise: Enjoy a stunning sunset as you dine on a delicious three-course meal, with the golden light filtering through the river redgum trees. A perfect way to spend a summer evening on the Murray! Plus a new VIP package is available 🌅🍽️
🌿 Daily 1-Hour Scenic Cruises: Hop aboard for a relaxing daytime journey through the heart of the Murray River. Ideal for soaking in the beauty of the river and surrounding nature as you enjoy a beverage or snack from the bar🌳
Don't miss out on these unforgettable river experiences! Book your cruise today and make this summer one to remember. ✨
We are moving closer to the launch of our new vessel, PS Australian Star!!!
Visit www.murrayriverpaddlesteamers.com.au to secure your Stateroom and be one of the first to experience the Southern Hemispheres’s first luxury river boat 💙
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Don't miss your opportunity to cruise aboard PS Emmylou in 2024 before she retires from accommodation cruises!! (ps she'll be back doing daily cruises in Echuca)
Don't miss the Emmylou Experience in 2024 before she retires!!
Located on the banks of the Murray River, in the bustling riverport of Echuca, Murray River Paddlesteamers proudly operate 3 beautifully restored paddlesteamers.
With a combined age of over 235 years our fleet, the PS Canberra, Pride of the Murray and PS Emmylou, have a proud history working along the rivers. These days, with each of the boats offering a unique tourism experience the future is as exciting as the past, and our crew can't wait to show you what it's all about!
PS Emmylou (b. 1980) is our fully licensed restaurant paddlesteamer, seating over 40 guests for morning tea, afternoon tea, lunch or dinner, and comfortably accommodating 18 guests overnight. Our chefs prepare all meals freshly onboard, and the menus are changed seasonally complimented with a fine selection of wines and beers. Why not indulge, take some time out, and enjoy some delicious food whilst watching the beautiful scenery slide past onboard Echuca's Finest Paddlesteamer, PS Emmylou.
PS Canberra, the oldest paddlesteamer still operating in our fleet, was built at Goolwa, SA, in 1913 for David Connor of Boundary Bend. He, and his brother, operated the largest fleet of fishing vessels in inland Australia, comprising of up to 11 paddlesteamers. PS Canberra was their flagship from 1913 to 1944, working along the waters of the Murray, Darling, Murrumbidgee and Lachlan Rivers.
It was in 1944, under ownership of the Collins Bros, that PS Canberra had the promenade deck added and started operating regular tourist excursion cruises.
With a huge range of experiences on offer, and operating every day of the year except Christmas Day, there is something for everyone at Murray River Paddlesteamers.
Throughout the year we offer daily short cruises, and morning & afternoon tea cruises, or if you're looking for something more, Wharf-To-Winery, lunch and dinner cruises.
During the warmer months (September - May) PS Emmylou departs on relaxing 1, 2, 3 & 4 night River Journeys - there's no better way to soak up the atmosphere of river life! With newly refurbished, luxuriously appointed ensuite cabins PS Emmylou is the ultimate Murray River Experience.
PS Emmylou also offers dockside accommodation, year round, with our 'Boatel' package - if you would like a night, or more, in Echuca's most unique and waterfront hotel.
PS Canberra (b. 1913) and Pride of the Murray (b. 1924) are the perfect way to see the old Port of Echuca from the river. Listen to the Captain as they recall the colourful history of the riverboat trade; whilst you cruise past the towering redgum wharves in the area.
If you'd like to make a day of it, you can join us for our famous Wharf - To - Winery package. Arrive at the award winning Morrison's Winery in style, by paddlesteamer of course, to enjoy an afternoon of decadent food and fine wine before enjoying a leisurely cruise back to the Port of Echuca.
For something a bit different, why not experience Riverlights: The Story of Echuca. Set off onboard Pride of the Murray for a 2-course dinner whilst cruising under darkness, before the story of Echuca and the paddlesteamers is revealed before your eyes. We won't say too much, it'll give the surprise away!
Of course, if you would like to experience any of this privately, or create a tailor-made package to suit your needs, all of our paddlesteamers are available for exclusive charter.
Our crew look forward to welcoming you onboard one of Echuca's favourite paddlesteamers!!
