One Night Upper Murray Experience Cruise for Two – Echuca VIC

Experience authentic cruising on the Murray River with PS Emmylou

Let PS Emmylou treat you to an unforgettable river cruise along the Murray River for a truly Australian adventure. Experience the magic and majesty of the spectacular scenery of the Murray River and follow the wake of early history when Echuca was Australia’s largest inland port. Along the way, you’ll see a great variety of Australian wildlife, including kangaroos and many of the hundreds of bird species that inhabit the river.

PS Emmylou is the only wood-fired paddlesteamer in the world offering regular overnight cruising. Catering for just 18 guests in 9 cabins Emmylou exudes old-world charm whilst offering modern comforts. Emmylou is fuelled by redgum logs and is driven by a completely restored 1906 steam engine built to the highest world classification standards. She is now an Australian icon featuring on many Australian Tourism media promotions and is perfectly at home in the historical Port of Echuca, residing with the very few remaining paddlesteamers of the past.

Dining
Dining aboard Emmylou is included in your price. Enjoy delicious la carte menus prepared by your onboard Chef. In the mornings you can can enjoy a fully cooked or continental breakfast with fresh juices and barista made coffee, the choice is yours. Special Diet? Most dietary requirements can be catered for with advance notice.

Highlights
– Chef prepared 5 course dinner under the stars at Redgums on Emmylou
– Brand New Cabins
– After dinner riverside campfire (subject to weather conditions)
– Fully cooked or continental breakfast
– Enjoy fresh seasonal local produce
– Sample a variety of locally produced wines
– See and hear the native wildlife in their natural environment in the evening and morning
– Small groups ensures personal service
– Step back in time on this heritage tour with expert Skipper commentary
– Air Conditioned Cabins

Saturday
Departing at 6.30pm from the Port of Echuca you have time for a relaxing drink from the bar or a visit to the wheelhouse to see the Skipper as the sun starts to set over the river. Listen to the river birds evening chorus, watch for kangaroos, wombats, egrets and many other species of birds as the stars begin to appear while you enjoy your chef prepared 3 course dinner. PS Emmylou powerful floodlights then light the banks of the river as nocturnal wildlife begin to appear

After turning we continue downstream back under the Echuca/Moama Bridge where we pass the imposing Echuca Wharf lit up for the evening and other Paddlesteamers moored after their day on the river. After our dinner guests disembark we cruise 12km along the river passing Morrisons Winery & Restaurant, a great lunch spot before pulling into our mooring for the evening at Layfield Lane. Here we set up a campfire (subject to weather) under the stars where you can enjoy a good yarn with your fellow passengers. Relax with a beverage from the bar or roast marshmallows before retiring for the evening at your leisure.

Sunday
Wake to an early morning bush walk or relax over breakfast as we cruise back to Echuca arriving at 9.00am where we reluctantly say farewell

About PS Emmylou
The PS Emmylou is the only wood-fired paddlesteamer in the world offering regular overnight cruising. Catering for just 18 guests in 9 cabins Emmylou exudes old-world charm whilst offering modern comforts. Emmylou is fuelled by redgum logs and is driven by a completely restored1906 steam engine built to the highest world classification standards.

Let PS Emmylou treat you to an unforgettable river cruise along the Murray River for a truly Australian adventure. The Emmylou provides sun decks, Redgums Restaurant dining and bar area, galley and a front lounge. Linen and towels are provided. The iconic PS Emmylou provides the opportunity to enjoy the natural, tranquil beauty of Australia’s greatest river first hand.

What is not included
Cruise fares exclude drinks.

Timetable
Cruise Departs Echuca Saturday at 6.30pm. Returns Sunday at 9.00am
Registration for this cruise is open from 9.00am until 5pm on the day of your departure at 57 Murray Esplanade, Echuca
Boarding is 6.00pm – River Boat Dock, Watson Street, Echuca. (View Google Map for location and directions).

Car Parking
Secure undercover warehouse parking for cars is available for all passenger whilst cruising.