River Cruise
7 day Murray River Cruise
Victoria’s Heritage, Autumn Gardens and a Murray River Cruise
Explore the famous Murray River during four nights aboard the newly built paddle steamer, Australian Star. This privately chartered cruise is available to just 36 Botanica guests. Australia’s longest river is populated by majestic river red gums, while its waters are vital to the country’s agriculture. Visit Perricoota Station, which featured in the TV mini-series All the Rivers Run. And admire the autumnal foliage of Central Victoria’s private gardens.
This journey departs:
17 May 2027
Highlights
The following highlights provide an overview of some of the captivating encounters awaiting you on tour.
Paddle Steamer Private Charter
Cruise one of the longest navigable rivers in the world, the magnificent Murray River, for four nights aboard PS Australian Star, exclusive to Botanica guests.
Towns of Victoria’s Gold Rush
Get to know the historic towns of Central Victoria, including Maldon, Kyneton and Macedon.
Victorian Goldfields Railway
Board a heritage steam train and travel between the goldmining towns of Castlemaine and Maldon.
Echuca’s Historic Wharf
Our river cruise concludes at Echuca’s wharf, the historic centrepiece of what became the country’s largest inland port.
Inclusions
See below for an overview of your tour’s inclusions and featured sightseeing.
Travel with a small group of up to 36 guests, escorted by an expert Botanical Guide and Cruise Director
Privately chartered four-night cruise aboard PS Australian Star, and two nights’ accommodation in a boutique hotel, return private airport-to-hotel transfers, plus 17 meals and select beverages
Relax aboard a spacious coach with an experienced and informative Coach Captain
All sightseeing, shore excursions and entrance fees as per the itinerary
Sail the Murray River aboard a beautiful new paddle steamer and learn about the history of this important river
Explore Echuca and visit Perricoota Station, from the TV mini-series All the Rivers Run
Visit the townships of Maldon, Macedon and Kyneton
Visit private gardens and award-winning wineries, meet their owners and sample some of the local produce
Itinerary
Your day-by-day itinerary details the gardens and other sights that make up your journey.
Trip Notes
Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
Fitness rating: Low
Exclusive charter of the PS Australian Star for up to 36 guests. View the deck plans here
Our experience of gardens, their flora, and other aspects of nature, is subject to weather conditions and seasonality, which may vary