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Bustling twin towns

Echuca/Moama is 222km from Melbourne by car via the Calder Highway.

It is 156km from Swan Hill on the Murray Valley Hwy and 71km from Shepparton via the Murray Valley Highway. 

The bustling, twin towns of Echuca and Moama are located on the banks of the mighty Murray River just two-and-a-half hours from Melbourne by car.

The most notable landmark is the historic Port of Echuca and Wharf which is recognised as one of Australia’s finest heritage icons.

Echuca and Moama perfectly represents a bygone era with its heritage attractions and activities but also offers all the conveniences of the modern era, with tourism offerings/infrastructure that are second to none.

The twin towns play host to an ongoing, broad program of exciting activities which incorporates historic attractions, events and festivals; sporting events and unique river experiences.

Echuca is also the home to the largest paddlesteamer fleet in the world.

The centres are tourist hubs with day trippers, tour companies, general travellers and even locals all embracing the holiday spirit of the towns.

For more details on Echuca and Moama tourism call 1800 804 446 or see www.echucamoama.com.

Wine and Dine

Echuca/Moama and district offers the very best for those who appreciate delicious food and wine.

Echuca’s wine bars will allow you to sit back and enjoy the ambience and service while in great company.

You will be spoilt for choice with more than fifty eateries gracing the twin towns.

Chinese, Italian, Indian, Greek, Thai and Western cuisine are all available.

The town’s contemporary restaurants are second to none, while a selection of unique pubs offer tasty counter meals and the expansive range of cafes ensure visitors can sample absolute delights from day-time menus.

The towns have many bakeries which will also be hard to pass up on.

You can tempt your tastebuds with unique high quality produce available from farm gates and markets around the region.

With more than 80 hectares of vine plantings and associated cellar doors across the Echuca and Moama region, those of you who enjoy wine will also be in for a treat.

Experience Echuca and Moama’s many exciting attractions and activities.

Investigate the region’s rich and diverse history at one of the many museums while taking a stroll through the famous historic Port of Echuca.

Hire a canoe or take a horse and carriage ride, go on a horse riding adventure, take an adrenaline-fuelled water ski lesson, experience laser or paintball, explore a maze or play a round of mini golf, ten pin bowling or go for a swim.

Visit the fauna park, take an eco tour through the wetlands or explore a food and wine trail to re-ignite your taste buds

Paddlesteamers, Eco tours and River cruise

Echuca/Moama has the largest operating fleet of paddlesteamers in the world.

You can choose your preferred day or overnight cruise option from a variety of famous riverboat experiences.

It’s your choice; take a relaxing lunchtime cruise or experience a unique overnight stay exploring the mighty Murray River.

Consider the accredited eco tour option of taking a personal voyage of discovery aboard the vessel, Kingfisher, taking in a unique two-hour cruise along the Barmah Choke — through the world’s largest River Red Gum Forest.

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