Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comHistoric Echuca and Bendigo Tour including Murray River Paddle Steamer Cruise
based on 4 reviews
Duration: 10.5 hours (approx.)
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Product code: 2230M16
Discover the Victorian countryside and its bygone era of paddleboats on a once bustling river highway as you wind along the Murray River to historic Echuca. Cruise under majestic rivergums and explore the restored port before heading to Bendigo to discover the town's grand old buildings.
Your tour to Ecucha includes the following highlights:
- Journey through the impressive Macedon Ranges and visit charming country towns and classic farming landscapes along the way
- Visit Bendigo and her grand historic buildings, meticulously preserved to retain the city's opulence and splendor. Built on gold, Bendigo continues to flourish 100 years after the gold rush era that brought immense wealth to the town
- Climb aboard the Talking Tram, to discover Bendigo's fascinating history whilst touring the local heritage sights
- Cruise the mighty Murray River aboard an authentic paddle steamer, the P.V. Canberra
- Take a guided tour of the original Port of Echuca and Wharf Museum, once a thriving center of inland trade and see traditional Australian craftsmen at work
The tranquil Murray River
Friday (from October 1 only) and Sunday
Unavailable Dates:
- December 25 (Christmas Day)
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- Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge, providing they do not utilize a coach seat. If a seat is required the Child price will apply.
- Child prices are applicable for children aged 3 - 14 years inclusive
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
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- Coach touring of Bendigo and Echuca
- Talking Tram Tour
- River Cruise
- Port Tour
- Complimentary hotel pick up and drop off
- Commentary by driver
- Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Meals and beverages
- Items of a personal nature
- Fuel surcharge of AUD $5.00 per person per day payable direct for departures after October 1
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking.
- Please advise the name of your hotel in the 'Hotel Pick-up' box at time of booking
- Please note, a fuel surcharge of $5.00 per person per day applies for departures after October 1 and is payable direct
Wheelchair Accessibility:
All passengers with limited mobility will require a companion to assist with boarding and alighting from the touring vehicle, pushing a collapsible wheelchair and all other assistance required. The driver is not permitted to lift or push wheelchairs due to health and safety regulations.
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Air conditioned bus and commentary quite good. Well organised and on time. Read more ›
Anonymous, Australia, January 2007
We had a fabulous trip--a big day, but worth it. The driver was very good, our stop at Bendigo was good. ... Read more ›
Dennis R, Australia, April 2008
