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Paddle steamer Emmylou cruising into the sunset along the Murray River, surrounded by native bushland and peaceful reflections.

Emmylou Cruises

17 June 2026

Experience the PS Emmylou: A Boutique Murray River Paddle-Steamer Cruise from Echuca

Step aboard one of Australia’s most iconic paddle steamers and experience the romance of a bygone era on the PS Emmylou, a beautifully restored wood-fired paddle steamer cruising the Murray River from historic Echuca. Recognised as the world’s only wood-fired paddle steamer offering overnight cruises, PS Emmylou combines authentic riverboat heritage with modern boutique comfort. […]

Murray River Cruises

15 June 2026

Murray River Special Event Cruises: Celebrate in Style on the PS Murray Princess

Looking for a unique way to celebrate Easter, ANZAC Day, Christmas in July, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve or a special themed music event? A Murray River Special Event Cruise aboard the iconic PS Murray Princess is one of the most memorable ways to experience South Australia’s beautiful Murray River. These limited-release cruises combine the […]

The Proud Mary riverboat cruising along the Murray River in front of sunlit ochre cliffs and a wide blue sky.

Murray River Cruises

11 June 2026

Where Do I Book a Proud Mary Cruise?

Where Do I Book a Proud Mary Cruise on the Murray River? Looking for the best place to book a Proud Mary cruise? If you want a relaxing Murray River escape with small-group cruising, river-view accommodation and local Australian support, you can book Proud Mary cruises through MurrayRiverCruises.com.au. Proud Mary is one of South Australia’s […]

View from the deck of the PS Emmylou as it cruises along the calm Murray River with bushland reflections.

Emmylou Cruises

1 May 2026

Why a 3 Night PS Emmylou Cruise Might Be the Murray River Escape You’ve Been Looking For

Some holidays ask a lot from you. Flights, queues, early starts, hire cars, dinner bookings, and a fair bit of “where are we meant to be next?” A 3 night PS Emmylou Cruise feels rather different. You arrive in Echuca, step aboard a beautifully restored paddlesteamer, unpack once, and let the Murray River set the […]

gum tree reflections and calm water on the Murray River

Murray River Cruises

12 March 2026

What Is So Special About the Murray River?

There are places in Australia that impress you straight away, and then there are places that take a little longer. The Murray River feels more like the second kind. At first glance, it might seem quiet. Slower than the coast. Less showy than the outback. But spend a little time near it — really near […]

Murray River Cruises

11 March 2026

Where Does the Murray River Start and Finish?

If you’ve ever wondered where the Murray River actually begins and where it ends, you’re in good company. It sounds like a straightforward question, though the answer opens the door to something much bigger: one of Australia’s most remarkable travel experiences. The Murray River starts in the Australian Alps, near Mount Kosciuszko in New South […]

Popeye boat cruising along the River Torrens with Adelaide’s cityscape in the background

Adelaide / Murray River Cruises

5 March 2026

Things to Do in Adelaide That Might Just Lead You to a Murray River Cruise

If you’re searching for things to do in Adelaide, you’re probably looking for more than a standard city itinerary. Adelaide has plenty to offer, from food and wine to culture and easy day trips, but some of the most memorable things to do in Adelaide can begin in the city and lead you somewhere altogether […]

Murray River Cruises

3 March 2026

Which is the Best Murray River Cruise for Seniors?

If you’re asking, “which is the best Murray River cruise for seniors?”, I get it. You don’t want a trip that feels rushed, awkward to get around, or noisy for the sake of it. You probably want calm water, good food, interesting stops, and a crew who quietly handles things. Here’s the honest answer: the […]

Historic paddlewheeler on the Murray River, Australia

Murray River Cruises

20 February 2026

Why now is a great time to book a Murray River cruise

If you’ve been half-thinking about a Murray River cruise—the kind of “maybe later” idea that keeps popping up when you’re tired of airports—this might be the moment to turn it into a real plan. Not because you “deserve it” (you do, but that’s not the point). More because booking now tends to give you the […]

Murray River Cruises

7 February 2026

Why Now Might Be the Smartest Time to Book Your Next Holiday

You know that feeling when you’re halfway through the year and realise you’ve been “meaning to book something” since… January? Same. And look, I’m not saying a holiday fixes everything. But I am saying that booking one can quietly change the texture of your weeks. You get something to look forward to, you stop doom-scrolling […]

Murray River Cruises

2 February 2026

Why travelling is good for you (and why a Murray River cruise makes it easy)

Let me guess — you’ve been “meaning to take a break” for a while. Not the dramatic, drop-everything kind. Just… a proper pause that doesn’t involve reorganising the garage. Travel can be that pause. Not because it magically fixes life, but because it nudges your brain and body into a different setting. A new rhythm. […]

“Paddle steamer cruising the Murray River at golden hour with river red gums and calm reflections”

Murray River Cruises

12 January 2026

Your shortcut to choosing the right Murray River cruise (without the endless tabs)

I’m going to guess you’ve done the thing where you open five different cruise pages, promise yourself you’ll “compare properly later”, then… forget. Fair. So here’s a friend-to-friend way to use www.murrayrivercruises.com.au to land on a cruise you’ll actually book — and feel good about. If you only read one sentence: start with the boat, […]

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