AUSTRALIA’S FIRST FIVE-STAR, OVERNIGHT RIVERBOAT, PS AUSTRALIAN STAR IS OFFERING CRUISES OF THREE TO SEVEN NIGHTS YEAR-ROUND ON THE ICONIC MURRAY RIVER FROM ECHUCA.
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Replicating and celebrating the graceful charm of paddlesteamers which graced the Murray River in the 19th century, the industry-changing, 38-guest vessel, will be the first five-star river vessel in Australia, the largest paddlesteamer in the Southern Hemisphere and the only wood-fired, five-star, accommodated paddlesteamer in the world.
The striking 220-tonne riverboat boasts a deluxe lounge offering sweeping river vistas, a gourmet restaurant, expansive outdoor relaxation areas and a passenger lift to all decks.
It features 19 sleek staterooms, all opening to a deck and offering an ensuite, air-conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, luxury linen and ever-changing river views.
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The modern-day paddlesteamer will also sport a modern, energy-efficient, hybrid diesel/steam propulsion system featuring a 1907 wood-fired steam engine, adding a touch of nostalgia and authenticity to the journey.
“PS Australian Star represents a new era of luxury river travel in Australia, combining traditional paddlesteamer elegance with contemporary comfort, fine dining and immersive regional experiences,” Murray River Paddlesteamers director Craig Burgess said.
“Australians love cruising and they love the Murray River.
“It's an icon.
“But there has been a clear demand for a world-class, five-star experience that matches the standards of Europe’s great waterways.
“PS Australian Star will deliver exactly that.
“She will usher in a new era of luxury river cruising and reimagine what's possible on the Murray.”
“We’ve seen incredibly strong demand for PS Australian Star, with heavy bookings for 2026, and 2027 already filling fast, confirming the appetite for premium overnight cruising.”
To book, call Murray River Paddlesteamers on 5482 5244 or visit mrps.com.au
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