Highlights of Melbourne Cruise
About this activity
Highlights
- Stunning views of Melbourne's skyline
- Pass under historic bridges
- Learn about Melbourne's rich history
- Relaxing 2-hour river journey
- Comfortable indoor seating
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Commentary
- Drinks (tea and coffee)
- Yarra River Cruise
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Important information
Know before you book
- Cruise operates in all weather conditions; cancellations are rare.
- Food and drinks are available for purchase on board; no outside food allowed.
- Wheelchair accessibility is limited; please contact in advance for specific needs.
Know before you go
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for the cruise.
- Arrive at the departure point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled time.
- Parking is available near the departure point; consider arriving early to secure a spot.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please note the travel date is only required as an indication within 3 months from booking confirmation date
- Unfortunately the vessel is NOT wheelchair accessible. However, passengers in a wheelchair can be accommodated only if they can get on and off the vessel on their own and if the wheelchair is collapsible. The staff are not permitted to assist handicapped persons due to insurance restrictions
- The Melbourne Highlights Cruise may include a pause between the two tours and may require switching to a different boat.
Traveler reviews
Mediocre at bezt
It was ok. Pre-recorded is not as good as a real Person giving it. Volume low. Hard to hear with everyone talking on the boat. Not very engaging. Short one way and then return.
Loved it. Nice ride and good views in the cabin or on the deck.
I did the two hour cruise. One hour down one side of the river. Comes back to the Dock. One more hour down the other side of the river. PROS: - We had great weather. There is a small observation deck on the back of the boat with a bench. - Most people sit inside the boat and the views are still great. - Tea and coffee included and other snacks for purchase. - Audio details about the city is really nice. (Though on a full boat, might be too loud to hear.) - Meeting spot easy to find - Many shops and restaurants around to attend before or after the cruise. CONS: - It wasn’t clear that there would be a stop half way through the tour. Only that our tickets read “cruise 1” and “cruise 2.” Not a deal breaker but it was confusing for those of us doing the 2 hour tour. Overall: I do a lot of city boat tour and this was one of my favorite. I even went to the SkyDeck afterwards specifically called out on the tour.
Very slow and boring river cruise
I found it very boring and expensive for what it was. We were due to stay on for 2 hours but got off after a hour.
Must Do The Yara Cruise on Both Sides; Upstream + Downstream
Seeing city from River Side gives you a very unique perspective. We were glad that we did the trip on both side of Yara River - upstream and downstream.
It was very basic & rough...
It was very basic & rough inside the boat. Chairs wernt that comfortable & there was a leak from the roof onto them The commentry would have been good if we could hear it but the man behind us talked until he got off half way.. Lovely if like us, u like being on the water