The 4 day cruise along the Murray River aboard the Emmylou was amazing. The sunset was gorgeous The food was excellent and the crew were wonderful. The off boat excursions were great - full of interesting history of times gone by. Thoroughly recommend this cruise it was a fantastic experience.

The whole experience was excellent. All the crew learnt everyone's name by dinner the first night. Nothing was a problem. The chef,Greg, prepared exceptional food the whole tour, and Amy at front of house ensured impeccable service of food and beverages. Scotty the skipper was a wealth of information regarding Paddle Steamers and the Murray River in general. Anthony the engineer was only too happy to explain the working of the engine and pitch in whenever something needed to be done. The tour was a good balance of organised excursions and down time on board to appreciate the beauty and tranquillity of the River. If you are thinking of doing a Murray River cruise then this one

Amazing experience, exceptional staff who were so attentive and frìendly. Fabulous food. Relaxing and thoroughly enjoyable. Five stars

What an incredible experience on the PS Emmylou for 4 nights! From the moment we stepped aboard, we were made to feel so welcome, and the entire cruise was a luxurious, relaxing getaway. We didn’t have to lift a finger – just sit back, unwind, and enjoy the chilled-out atmosphere along the Murray River. Whether it was with a good book or jotting down some poetry, the vibe was perfect. Amy, our fantastic hostess, made sure we never had to ask for anything. She pre-empted our requests for food or drinks, ensuring we were always comfortable, and her warmth made us feel right at home. The food was equally amazing, with Chef Greg serving up delicious meals that kept us well-fed throughout. The all-inclusive nature of the cruise, including meals and alcoholic drinks with dinner, added to the carefree experience. Our cabin was comfortable, equipped with its own air conditioning and a wonderful rain shower with excellent water pressure. The bed was cosy, but I recommend bringing only carry-on-sized luggage to maximise cabin space. The cruise itself was packed with delightful experiences. Our first night, spent at a tranquil bush mooring, was magical. Watching the PS Emmylou bathed in the glow of the sunset was unforgettable. We also enjoyed a fantastic walk at Restdown Winery, where we had lunch in a cool underground wine cellar and sampled some excellent organic wines. The third day’s long, seven-hour cruise was blissfully relaxing, and we learned so much about steam engines during a fascinating session with our talented Captain/Engineer, Scotty. The entire crew, including Ross and Warren, wore multiple hats, acting as tour guides, bus drivers, skippers, and entertainers, and they did so with passion and joy. Their love for their work shone through in everything they did. One highlight was the stunning evening BBQ by candlelight, held by the river with the PS Emmylou as a backdrop. The food was delicious, and the fireside entertainment was such a delightful, unexpected surprise. On our final day, we enjoyed a tour of Echuca, led by the entertaining and knowledgeable Beth, whose family ties to the area made the experience even more special. She’s also one of the few female skippers and engineers in Australia, which was inspiring to learn. We opted for the 4-night cruise, and it was the perfect choice for a fully immersive, relaxing trip. I highly recommend booking one of the multiple-night cruises with Murray River Paddle Steamers. I’m excited to hear that a new boat, the Australian Star, is launching in 2025 and will surely continue the high-quality, personal service that this team offers. Thank you to the entire crew for an amazing, unforgettable experience!

love ,l ove ,loved it! staff were amazing food was fabulous cruise was wonderful highly reccommend taking a cruise on the Emmylou

What a great experience! The food was wonderful. All the other passengers were so friendly. Three full meals plus morning and afternoon tea each day! And the crew was awesome! Shout out to Amy for taking such good care of us!! We've done river cruising in Europe and the USA and this is by far the best experience. We saw kangaroo, wallaby, wombats and dozens of birds that you only see in the pet stores back in the states. The accomodations are not luxurious but adequate. With everything to see, you won't spend much time in your room. They have a new paddle steamer, PS Star, coming on line in 2025. We will be coming back in a few years to try that one.

Cruising on the Emmy Lou is the most amazing experience. The crew are absolutlely fantastic and the the food is outstanding. To Warren, Richard, Anthony, and especially Greg and Julie, THANK YOU for one of the best holidays that we have ever experienced.

I have just returned from the 3-day discovery tour. Great time. Staff and fantastic and the food wonderful. No rush, plenty of time to relax and enjoy. Thank you to all the staff, especially Amy, front of house, and thank you to Management for employing them. 5 stars.

At 80 years of age, I enjoy travelling solo. This was my second cruise on the EmmyLou, my first six months ago, which probably speaks for my pleasure in this holiday. My fellow guests were very compatible company. The peaceful hours of cruising were probably the best, as I enjoyed the trees, the prolific bird activity, the rhythmic thrum of the engine and the skill of the skipper navigating the river. I loved every onshore excursion, - wineries, museums, historical and indigenous sites - all accompanied by very knowledgeable guides. Another highlight came from three campfire nights with music and yarning, laughter - and warm blankets! The white tablecloth dining was exceptional with choices from a superb A+ Chef, and local wines. Underpinning all this was the passion which each member of the crew had for the Murray and the EmmyLou, and their willingness to share their love. I'll be back, guys (dv)

How serene to cruise along the majestic Murray on the grand old PS Emmylou, to the rhythm of the steam engine, paddles turning gently in the water, and plumes of steam streaming behind. The onshore tours provided another delightful dimension, with much to see and learn. It was a glorious cruise, beginning on the first night with songs around the campfire, under a starry, starry sky, after a fabulous onboard dinner. The superb food and wine continued to flow over the entire time, as did the warm hospitality of the whole crew who, in various ways, help to make it a most memorable adventure.

From start to finish a really well run, well fed experience. Enough off boat tours and visits, barbecue on river banks snd entertainment was fantastic. Crew all had pleasant and fun personalities

We loved the personal attention nothing was to much trouble we also loved the small number of cruising couples on the Emmylou We loved the white table cloths for dinner and the little extras (wild flowers from the shore line ) that made our dining experience more pleasurable The off shore excursions where very informative but still allowing enough time to enjoy cruising up the Murray River.

An amazing 7 nights aboard PS Emmylou for a 70 birthday celebration. Our thanks to 1st crew; Scott, Julie, Greg & Caleb, followed by 2nd crew Richard, Chris, Anthony & Andrew. We enjoyed nothing less than 5 star service, cruising with a group of likeminded people and friendships formed. Amazing meals from breakfast through to dinner with morning & afternoon tea between. Perfect weather conditions for relaxing between off shore excursions, all enjoyable especially the incredible silo murals. Out thanks also to Ross our informative bus driver, Waza who entertained us with songs and stories & Beth tour guide & skipper of PS Canberra. To everyone who made our cruise an unforgettable trip we thank you! Paul & Pauline ACT

There's nothing quite like steaming along the Murray River to the rhythmic background of a real steam engine! All the cares of the world seem to evaporate as the gum trees pass gently by. Enjoy excellent food and good company and it really is the ultimate adventure. How many other holidays can you go on that revolve around technology that is a couple of centuries old? There really is nothing like it. On our trip we also discovered a lot about wetlands and the water issues of today as well

Our 7 day trip was wonderful !!! We visited many different places including beautiful Perricoota Station homestead, took cruising trips on the Murray River from Echuca on the 110 year old P.S.Canberra and the Murray Explorer, went to the amazing Beer Shed, which is not just a beer shed and of course the Australian BBQ around the campfire on the riverbank with Wazza singing and playing his guitar.All the staff you could see loved their jobs and gave us a wonderful time. The Emmylou was a peaceful and relaxing trip on the Murray River. So Please have a trip on the Emmylou you will definitely enjoy yourself.