About This Experience

In Perricoota: The PS Canberra, an authentic paddle steamer, anchors this full-day journey from Melbourne into Victoria's river country — a relaxing one-hour cruise along the Murray River, complete with captain's commentary, from the historic port of Echuca. The day starts with a complimentary barista coffee at the Melbourne Arts Centre before the 7.30am departure north, with a leg-stretch in lakeside Nagambie. At Kyabram Fauna Park, a local ranger delivers a guided koala talk before free time among the bushland-style enclosures — kangaroos, emus, koalas and more in a natural setting. Then it's Echuca: 19th-century wharf, preserved heritage buildings, and time to explore the port and grab lunch before boarding the paddle steamer. Rolling home through Victoria's agricultural heartland — eucalypt forests giving way to farmland and rows of vines — the route stops for the iconic painted silos of Rochester before the finale: a guided tasting at a favourite Heathcote winery, where vineyard views and award-winning wines close the day. Back in Melbourne around 6.30pm. • One-hour PS Canberra paddle steamer cruise with captain's commentary • Kyabram Fauna Park entry with koala keeper talk • Free time in Echuca's historic port precinct (lunch own expense) • Photo stop at the painted silos of Rochester • Guided wine tasting at a Heathcote winery • Return to the Melbourne Arts Centre, with optional city and Southbank hotel drop-offs Groups are capped at 15 with a guaranteed window seat, onboard WiFi and charging ports. Food and drink beyond what is stated is not included.

Highlights

• ✓One-hour PS Canberra paddle steamer cruise with captain's commentary
• ✓Kyabram Fauna Park entry with koala keeper talk
• ✓Guided tasting at an award-winning Heathcote winery
• ✓Echuca's historic port and the painted silos of Rochester

Meeting Point

100R St Kilda Road

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