APT Luxurious Journey has introduced a brand new all-inclusive bundle for the Australian Star, Australia’s first five-star river vessel, set to launch in February 2026.
The bundle gives a saving of $384 (A$600) per couple for bookings made by 31 January 2026.
The Australian Star, a 38-guest paddlesteamer, will redefine luxurious cruising on the Murray River with its mix of heritage and trendy class.
Constructed by Murray River Paddlesteamers, the vessel is the biggest paddlesteamer within the Southern Hemisphere and the one wood-fired, five-star, accommodated paddlesteamer globally.
It encompasses a deluxe lounge, gourmand restaurant, and 19 staterooms with ensuite amenities, air-conditioning, and complimentary Wi-Fi. The vessel’s hybrid diesel/steam propulsion system features a 1907 wood-fired steam engine, including a nostalgic contact to the journey.
Onboard class
APT’s unique seven-night cruise bundle departs from Melbourne and consists of round-trip coach transport to Echuca, onboard meals and drinks, and guided excursions.
That mentioned, this bundle combines luxurious, historical past, and the tranquillity of ‘gradual journey’, making it a novel providing in Australia’s journey market.
Highlights embrace a wine tasting at Murray Gums Property winery, a lantern tour of Echuca, and a gourmand barbecue underneath the celebs.
Fares begin at $5185 (A$8095) per individual, twin-share, with a $192 (A$300) saving per individual for early bookings.
The Australian Star guarantees an immersive expertise via the Murray River’s landscapes, providing year-round cruises of as much as seven nights.
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