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PS EMMYLOU Authentic Australian River Cruises ECHUCA VI CTORIA AUSTRALIA SEASON 2022/23 Luxury Boutique Australian River Cruising Optional Melbourne Hotel Stay Begins Your Journey Optional Melbourne Return Transfers Multi-Course Dining Prepared By Our Onboard Chef Complimentary Wine & Beer with Dinner Riverside Dining & Campfires Premium Onshore Guided Tours Authentic Woodfired Paddlesteamer Daily Historical Commentary Complimentary Wifi Internet Maximum 16 Guests Only Book With $400 Per Person Contents PS EMMYLOU STORY 2 REGIONALLY INSPIRED DINING 3 MELBOURNE HOTEL PARTNERS 3 CABINS 4 2 NIGHT MURRAY RIVER ESCAPE CRUISE 5 3 NIGHT MURRAY RIVER DISCOVER CRUISE 6 4 NIGHT MURRAY RIVER EXPLORER CRUISE 7 6 NIGHT ALL THE RIVERS RUN 8 CRUISE 2022-2023 CRUISE DEPARTURES 9 48 HOURS IN ECHUCA MOAMA 10 DRIVING TOURS 11 ECHUCA MOAMA SILO ART TRAIL 13 TERMS & CONDITIONS 15 SYDNEY Murray River ECHUCA BENDIGO MELBOURNE Turn Pont Nght ruse Torrumbarry Wer Norrs Bend Restdown Kngfisher Wnery ruses PERRIOOTA RD Perroota Staton BARMAH RD TORRUMBARRY WEIR RD BARMAH Deep reek Marna HEADWORKS RD HEADWORKS OB HWY TORRUMBARRY THYRA RD B400 ST Anne’s B75 Wnery M U Pa don Park RR MOAMA AY Layfield Ln VA EY HW Y Horseshoe Lagoon Turn Pont DEPART EHUA B75 B400 MURRAY RIVER PADDLESTEAMERS - PS EMMYLOU 1 Murray River PS Emmylou Story & The side wheel paddlesteamers are distinctly Australian having During 2018 PS Emmylou underwent a specially designed luxury first plied the Murray river in 1853, they established a thriving upgrade and fit out. The new contemporary cabins and ensuites industry which survived until rail and roads began to service the include fine linens topped with silky duvets, with the boats’ region near the turn of the century. By 1873 there were 240 boats premier cabin, the Emmylou Suite located on the front Upper trading along the Murray River. The inland prospered as trade and Deck, with French Doors opening to a deck and 180 degree views commence developed, and previously out of the way settlements of the river. were kept in touch with the cities. Guests can enjoy small boat boutique cruising at it's finest with With the introduction of the railway, the paddlesteamers and just 16 guests comfortably accommodated in 8 deluxe cabins as their industrious crews progressively lost work until the riverboat PS Emmylou visits places of geographic, historic and Aboriginal industry was but a shadow of it’s illustrious past. cultural significance. Guests will also enjoy onshore tours visiting The Murray River which includes the Darling and Murrumbidgee outstanding local wineries, dropping into local producers and rivers is one of the longest river systems in the world. Although accessing ancient world heritage Murray river tributaries aboard weirs have cut down the navigability of the river, the Murray MV Kingfisher with an environmental specialist. alone still claims 2508 kilometres of meandering waters. Onboard dining, prepared by the Emmylou’s Chef, features local PS Emmylou, the world’s only wood-fired cruising paddlesteamer produce and wines from across the Heathcote and Perricoota wine reminds us of the romantic days of the paddlesteamers and is regions. Riverside campfires are offered in the evenings, with now an Australian Icon of the River. Built locally during 1980-82 in stunning night skies to complete this unique experience. the style of the 19th century paddlesteamers, she is perfectly at We are proud to continue the tradition of overnight cruising on home at the Port of Echuca, residing with the last few remaining Australia’s greatest waterway with our trademark level of country paddlesteamers of the past. She is 30 metres long and 10 metres hospitality aboard an authentic paddlesteamer. We hope you can wide, steel hulled and timber decked. join us to connect you with Australia’s inland history, geography, culture and cuisine. OPTION WINE & BEER ONSHORE TOURS FREE INTERNET DELICIOUS COFFEE, TEA PRE/POST WITH DINNER REGIONAL CUISINE & SNACKS HOTEL STAYS CONNECT WITH US @MURRAYRIVERPADDLESTEAMERS @MURRAYRIVERPS @MURRAYRIVERPS MURRAYPADDLESTEAMERS 2 MURRAY RIVER PADDLESTEAMERS - PS EMMYLOU Regionally Inspired Dining Inspired by Australia’s heartland, our menus Dinner is the highlight of the day with a take full advantage of our region’s diverse choice of regionally inspired main meals bounty of fresh, local ingredients to fashion always offered. On 3, 4 & 6 night cruises you authentic dishes. will experience our signature Riverside BBQ. Your Chef takes great care in ensuring all Dining under the stars is a special experience guests dietary requirements are catered for as your chef and crew serve you a delicious whilst our onboard staff will charm you with classic Australian BBQ. After dinner relax DINING ABOARD EMMYLOU traditional Australian country hospitality and at the riverside campfire with your fellow • Tantalising multi course dinners passengers toasting marshmallow. attentive service. • Bountiful continental and full breakfast A typical day cruising starts with an delightful Choose to sit with fellow passengers or with options range of continental choices, including fresh your partner, the choice is yours on all PS • Traditional morning and afternoon teas Emmylou cruises. fruit, cereals and pastries or full English • Vegetarian and gluten-free menu options breakfast. Your Chef can also cook your A wide variety of drinks is available including • Fabulous choice of local and Australian wines favourite omelette or combination to order. spirits, aperitifs and premium wines. and beverages Tea, coffee and a range of juices are always On all cruises selected wines and beers • Complimentary selected wine & beer with included with breakfast. are complimentary with dinner service. Dinner service Complimentary Coffee, Premium Teas, Soft Lunches range from riverside picnics following • Free seat dining onshore tours to extensive multi course dining drinks and Bottled Water are available throughout your cruise. • Seasonal alfresco dining with idyllic river featuring a choice of mains, salads, pastas, cold views meats and desserts. • Riverside BBQ dining under the stars on all 3, 4 & 6 night cruises Melbourne Hotel Partners We are delighted to be partnering with the Pan Pacific Group with over 40 Hotels across Oceania, Asia& North America. PAN PACIFIC SOUTH WHARF PARKROYAL MELBOURNE AIRPORT Discover city of Melbourne along the Yarra River. Why rush when your hotel is located so close to the airport. Arrive Enjoy waterfront living at Pan Pacific in style at Parkroyal Melbourne Airport. With direct access to Melbourne as you explore the South Wharf international and domestic terminals you will enjoy convenience precinct with fabulous outlet shopping like no other. and bustling Melbourne just across the river. $80 per night surcharge applies for weekday stays at Parkroyal Hotel, Melbourne Airport. MURRAY RIVER PADDLESTEAMERS - PS EMMYLOU 3 MAIN DECK Stairs Paddle Cabins Wheel Bathroom Kitchen Life /Bar Saloon Jackets Outdoor Dining Dining Room Queen Cabin DELUXE CABINS Steam Engine Paddle Staff WITH PRIVATE Wheel Stairs Boarding ENSUITES UPPER DECK Welcome to your home aboard Paddlesteamer Emmylou. We invite you Twin Double Queen to relax in a warm inviting atmosphere Cabin Cabin Cabin of mid 1800’s riverboat charm without sacrificing modern conveniences. Emmylou features contemporary deluxe Emmylou Queen cabins with fine linens and plush new Suite Twin Double Queen bedding which will ensure you are well Cabin Cabin Cabin rested to fully enjoy your time aboard with us. Complimentary Wifi is available throughout the boat. MAIN DECK CABIN UPPER DECK CABINS EMMYLOU SUITE This private Queen Cabin boasts a plush Guests enjoying Upper Deck Cabins can PS Emmylou's premier and most spacious queen bed and private ensuite. The cabin is choose from Queen, Double & Twin Single Cabin. This elegant suite provides a warm conveniently situated on the Main Deck with Cabins all with private ensuites, with ambiance located on the Upper Deck at the close proximity to the dining Saloon. doors opening to the outside affording front of the boat with French Door opening neighbouring guests the unique opportunity to the deck. Featuring a seating area, ensuite to enjoy a social atmosphere, swapping and plush queen bedding guests can relax stories and forming lasting friendships with with a drink and watch the river banks of the fellow travellers. Upper Murray drift by. Twin Double Queen Emmylou Queen Cabin Cabin Cabin Suite 5.8sqm 6.0sqm 6.5sqm 12sqm 4 MURRAY RIVER PADDLESTEAMERS - PS EMMYLOU PS EMMYLOU OPTIONAL EXTRAS Melbourne Hotel $900 Per Couple 2 Night Murray River Pre Stay & Return $800 Solo Traveller Transfers - Optional Escape Cruise Ex Melbourne Melbourne Return $650 Per Couple Transfers $550 Solo Traveller Cruises depart Port of Echuca, Riverboat DAY 2 Pre & Post Cruise Stay $195 Per Night Dock, Echuca at 2.30 pm and return at Early rises and keen photographers are sure to Deluxe King Room Echuca Mercure Hotel 9.30 am. See Calendar for Departure Days. see the morning mist rolling along the river. Self Drive Car Parking $25 Per Night After breakfast join the Skipper for a walk past DAY 1 the buildings and vast gardens of Perricoota Station to the impressive homestead and THURSDAY/FRIDAY DEPARTURES Departing Echuca and steaming downriver, learn about the rich history of the property enjoy afternoon tea with freshly made scones which was once the area’s largest sheep served with jam & cream and your choice of farm and fruit orchard. We then embark on tea or coffee. Immerse yourself in the sights a full day cruising the mighty Murray River and sounds of the river or take the opportunity towards Layfield Lane. You are welcome to to chat with the Engineer and Skipper in the join the Skipper in the Wheelhouse to learn wheelhouse about the rich history of the river how to steer Emmylou along the winding and PS Emmylou. As the sun starts to set it’s river. Later you can learn how the 1906 Steam time for ‘Happy Hour’ in the saloon before Engine works with an informative chat from sitting down to a welcome dinner.