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Albury Wodonga - the gateway of the Murray Yarrawonga - Mulwala This picturesque piece of regional Victoria and New South Wales is an "Inland Aquatic Paradise" for visitors to take some time to enjoy some stunning scenery, lose yourself in the serene surrounds of the forest, Lake Mulwala and of course the mighty Murray River. If you love life by the water you’ll love
Yarrawonga/Mulwala. There’s plenty here for water sport enthusiasts, fishing for the
famous Murray Cod, water skiing, sailing, kayaking or take a leisurely lake cruise. There
are some great camping spots along the river with numerous stretches of sandy beaches, and
the great part is they are easily accessible.
Echuca Moama Echuca - Moama, the paddlesteamer capital of Australia is an ideal holiday destination. Just two and a half hours from Melbourne, it offers a host of things to enjoy. Visit the Port of Echuca to discover the early history of the region when Echuca-Moama was a bustling riverport. Experience the Murray River, the centrepiece of the towns. Travel in a paddlesteamer, hire a houseboat, go fishing, swimming, canoeing or waterskiing. You can also use Echuca-Moama as your base to explore nearby towns, magnificent red gum forests, wetlands and fauna parks. You'll be delighted with the variety of shops, restaurants, cafes and accommodation available. Echuca-Moama enjoys a wonderful climate, perfect for holidays - whatever the season. See Echuca Moama Tourism and the The Port of Echuca Swan Hill A great way to discover the diversity of the
region is by taking a drive. Whether it's winding through the heart of their stonefruit,
vegetable or vine plantations or past some of the most interesting historical points and
buildings in the district you're sure to be impressed. A highlight during late winter and
early spring is the blossoming of thousands of stonefruit trees and summer brings the
start to the picking season promising plenty of activity along your route. Sunraysia & Mildura Mildura is the capital of the Mildura Murray Outback Region, an extraordinary mix of abundance and stunning vast spaces. It's climate, often described as Mediterranean, is perfect for all pastimes. See Wentworth, the junction of Australia's two biggest rivers, the Darling and the Murray. The Chaffey Brothers from Canada began the Mildura Irrigation Colony in 1887 after their successful irrigation achievements in California. The influence of the Chaffeys is significant with the layout of Mildura based on the Californian cities of Ontario and Upland. Many of the names of Mildura's streets are those of Upland, Mildura's American Sister City. This irrigation settlement is home to Australia's biggest dried fruit industry, as well as a producer of olives, oranges, grapefruit and many other fruits of the vine and tree. Go golfing, stay on a Murray River houseboat or make the drive to Broken Hill to see the centre of Australia. See Mildura - The Edge of the Outback Murray River South Australia - See Riverland Murray River Golf - Victorian & NSW Murray River Golf Clubs and house-boats. Moor your 2 - 12 berth houseboat by the Golf Clubhouse - Golf all day - Play the "pokies" (slot machines) at night - Fish from your houseboat - cruise the Murray River. Many extraordinary Memorial Clubs sport excellent golf courses where you can stay and play to your heart's delight at a very reasonable cost. Most are member clubs and weekends give way to member competitions. International and interstate visitors are welcome and can get on most times excepting times reserved for golf club member competitions unless you have a letter of introduction from your golf club and an official handicap. If you have a verifiable club handicap, you may be able to play in club competitions by member or Manager invitation. You can enjoy golf amongst the tall river gums or you can make an outback tour, visit the Victorian Alps, explore river beaches and walking tracks or take a trip to sample local wines, visit museums, see the animal farm, amusement park, and so much more. Play all year round. Golf these 36 holes resort
complexes at Rich River, Cobram Barooga, Tocumwal and the 18 hole Club Barham. In Sunraysia, golf the Mildura, Coomealla and Wentworth Golf Clubs Getting There For self drive, contact us about our self drive rental cars or self drive 4wd Toyota Landcruiser/Troop Carrier Safaris. Flights from all capital cities. Train to Albury from Sydney and Melbourne. Overnight train with car carrier from Melbourne to Mildura. Local Murray River coach tours and paddlesteamer cruises available. Murray River "self contained" houseboats available most regions.
Climate: Warm hot summers, warm to cool spring/autumn, cool to shilly winters through June/July. Vacation Australia provides custom planned, competitively priced tours & packages Vacation Australia's "Kangaroo Kelly" has comprehensively golf and travelled all States in Australia over a period of 44 years. He not only knows the popular tourist regions but also knows the favourite places of the crafty locals. Groups 8 or more persons His assistant, "Wallaby Wendy," is an experienced travel buyer who individually negotiates the lowest possible price for your group. We assure you that your itinerary price will be the most competitive possible. Go to Enquiries & Quotations for your custom planned, competitively priced itinerary |
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