The Tailor Destinations

Murray River & Riverland

Discover the adventure, excellent food and wine, and abundant wildlife

As the river ebbs and flows, so do the worries of the world

The Murray River is the spiritual centre of South Australia’s Riverland. The figurative beating heart, breathing life into this incredible region. As the river ebbs and flows, so do the worries of the world. Feel the relaxation take over your senses as you unwind atop a balcony overlooking the winding river below.

The Riverland is more than just the Murray River, with exquisite produce and a number of upcoming boutique wine and spirit producers, there is much to be explored.

For those with adventurous spirits, there is also a magnificent multi-day walk experiences which take you across the magnificent country to be found in the Riverland. Walk across clifftops, and spot plentiful wildlife on this incredible journey.

Murray River and Riverland

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Murray River and Riverland
Highlights

Destination Highlights

  • Discover the Murray River on foot, via a multi-day journey trekking through the glorious Riverland landscape.
  • Relax and unwind with a stay at The Frames. A collection of private suites set atop a clifftop overlooking the Murray River below.
  • Journey around the region, discovering the incredible boutique wine and spirit producers.
Travel Seasons

Seasons in Murray River & Riverland

  • Summer December - February
  • Winter June - August
  • Spring and Autumn September - November, March - May
Our Experts

What do our experts say about Murray River & Riverland?

One of the highlights is definitely visiting the Woolshed Brewery at Wilkadene or the 23rd Street distillery for a taste of great local craft beers and boutique gin. They aren’t very far from The Frames luxury accommodation, so it makes for a great day out.

Kylie Damen
Senior Travel Designer AT THE TAILOR

With two decades of experience crafting journeys at The Tailor, Kylie is one of our most knowledgeable and trusted designers. She is known for creating seamless, stress-free itineraries – for couples, families or travelling parties alike – and excels at thoughtful planning and honest guidance. Her goal is always the same: a journey that fits the client perfectly, down to the finest detail.

What do I love about working at The Tailor?

I love that not every trip is the same – we get to create amazing journeys that are customised for every client’s needs and interests. It’s also about helping create great memories for our clients. Plus the team are great and there is never a dull moment!

Top travel tip

Take the time to stop and really enjoy the location you are in … these days everyone is constantly on the go! Even better, if possible, turn off your phone – take a break!

Kylie Damen
What We Offer

Accommodation and Experiences in Murray River & Riverland

  • A collection of finely curated retreats cantilevered over the Murray River in the South Australian Riverland, The Frames offers the ultimate romantic getaway where the river meets the Australian outback. Each of the three private retreats provide a five-star outback luxury experiences. Montage boasts an outdoor freestanding bath for stellar stargazing, two-bedroom Collage is perfect for two couples, and Pastiche comes equipped with a sauna, sunken spa, and river-facing bedroom. Each retreat’s balcony overlooks the river, making it the perfect spot for a breakfast with locally roasted coffee and pots of homemade marmalade.

    The Frames
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Our Awards and Recognition

Don’t just take our word for it

As pioneers in Australian five-star luxury and experiential travel, we have the accolades to prove our expertise. The Tailor and our Founder and Managing Director, Drew Kluska, have been recognised with prestigious awards, showcasing our dedication to crafting exceptional journeys across Australia.

The Frames is a luxury clifftop retreat overlooking the Murray River with three private suites: Montage (with an outdoor freestanding bath for stargazing), Collage (a two-bedroom option for couples), and Pastiche (with a sauna, sunken spa, and river-facing bedroom).

The region is home to boutique wine and spirit producers including the Woolshed Brewery at Wilkadene and 23rd Street distillery. The Tailor's travel designer Kylie Damen particularly recommends the local craft beer and boutique gin scene.

Spring and autumn (Sept–Nov and Mar–May) offer the mildest conditions at around 19.7–26.8°C, while summer (Dec–Feb) is hot at 27.2–29.4°C and winter (Jun–Aug) is cooler at 16.2–17.6°C.