Discover yesteryear today and experience the magic of the mighty Murray River with Echuca Paddle steamers.

Once the main transport of cargo and passengers during the 1800s, the fully restored paddle steamers now offer daily one-hour cruises and are a must-do experience when visiting Australia's paddle steamer capital. They also offer 90-minute sunset cruises during summer months or alternatively can organise a chartered cruise tailored to suit the individuals or groups.

The Fleet includes the PS Adelaide( the oldest wooden-hulled paddle steamer still operating anywhere in the world) PS Pevensey, and PS Alexander Arbuthnot.

Explore the cabins, chat with the engineer or join the skipper for a steer in the wheelhouse.

Whether you are a history buff, steam buff, or simply looking for a fun day out, step back in time with and discover what riverboat life was all about.

Be sure to check out the Port of Echuca Museum before or after your cruise - Free entry . With all the History of the Paddle steamers, wharf and river trade it is an attraction not to be missed.

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74 Murray EsplanadeEchuca VIC 3564

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Tours

One-hour Paddlesteamer cruise

Take a one-hour cruise aboard the PS Pevensey Paddlesteamer for a memorable river cruise on the Mighty Murray River.

Their large fleet includes three authentic Paddlesteamers; PS Pevensey, PS Adelaide and the PS Alexander Arbuthnot.

Witness the steam engines in operation and have a yarn with their friendly crew and skipper- they're bound to share a tale or two.

The commentary along the journey will highlight many aspects of early river life and the Paddlesteamer trade.

Sit back, relax and watch the scenery go by with a hot or cold drink from the licensed bar onboard.

Paddlesteamer and guided walking tour combination ticket

This tour is a combined Paddlesteamer cruise on the Mighty Murray River and then a one-hour walking tour around the Port of Echuca precinct including the Indoor Museum , Evans brothers sawmill site stream shed and railway siding adjacent to the Historic Echuca wharf.