Historic Echuca and Bendigo Tour including Murray River Paddle Steamer Cruise

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Want to escape Melbourne and head for the tranquil Victorian countryside? Then this tour is for you. Visit Bendigo, known for its opulent heritage and considered one of the most impressive examples of 19th century 'boom town' architecture in Australia, then climb aboard the P.V. Canberra, an authentic paddle steamer for a cruise along the 'Mighty Murray' River to the historic town of Echuca.

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