Top Melbourne Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours

Spend an evening on the Yarra River during this Melbourne dinner cruise. As you admire the twinkling city lights reflecting on the water, enjoy a 4-course gourmet meal of dishes like smoked lamb and pork loin. This fine dining experience includes beer, wine and spirits, as well as coffee, tea, dessert, port and a cheese plate. Cruise past attractions like Federation Square and the Royal Botanic Gardens while soaking up the elegant and relaxing atmosphere of the boat.

Cruise from Melbourne to the historic seaport city of Williamstown while soaking up the sights along the Yarra River. Spend as much time as you like in Williamstown, where you can browse art galleries, explore local seafaring history or enjoy a coffee or meal at one of the many charming cafés. Customize your cruise options and travel one-way in either direction or take a round-trip cruise for a delightful day trip.

Save big with this great-value super saver, combining three of the most popular Melbourne tours into one money-saving deal. Set sail for a scenic 1-hour cruise along the Yarra River, then explore Melbourne’s best bits on a sightseeing coach tour, visiting the Royal Botanic Gardens, The Docklands, St Kilda and the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Then, embark on Australia’s most famous road trip with a full-day tour of the Great Ocean Road, including photo opportunities at Apollo Bay and The Twelve Apostles.

Celebrate the New Year in style with a Yarra River party Cruise! Dine on appetizers and a cocktail finger food dinner and enjoy free-flowing drinks throughout the night. An onboard DJ provides dance-worthy tunes to keep the party going as the clock ticks toward midnight and beyond. Raise a glass to new beginnings and enjoy a fantastic view of downtown Melbourne’s fireworks display from the river. Choose from two different cruises tailored to a certain age group for a fun and social scene.

Enjoy a scenic cruise along the Yarra River while feasting on a delicious seafood lunch. Watch the sights of central Melbourne go by as you relax on the spacious Melbourne Showboat, a beautifully renovated vintage ferry. Sip on a welcome glass of bubbly as you cruise away from Docklands, and then dine to your appetite’s delight on a fresh seafood buffet.

Enjoy a 6-hour catamaran tour of The Prom. Sail to Wilsons Promontory National Park and marvel at humpback whales as they migrate south. See the historic lighthouse, Refuge Cove, and Waterloo Bay. This cruise includes tea, snacks, and a delicious homemade lunch. The boat features indoor and outdoor decks for passengers’ comfort.

Take in a bounty of Melbourne’s highlights along the scenic Yarra River on this narrated sightseeing cruise. Spend a delightful hour aboard a riverboat as you glide under the Princes Bridge and past beautiful river gardens, Herring Island, the Melbourne Cricket Ground and other top cultural attractions.

Enjoy a new perspective of Melbourne’s port and Docklands area as you cruise down the Yarra River toward Hobson’s Bay. Learn about Melbourne’s history as a 19th-century port town while watching the sights go by on this 1-hour, narrated tour.

Discover Melbourne’s history and highlights on this guided Yarra River cruise. Float past the city’s towering skyscrapers and lovely urban gardens while learning about the transformation of this vibrant city from 19th-century port town to a modern cultural capital. Your sightseeing cruise will take you upriver and downriver for a scenic overview of attractions on both banks.

Travel to Flemington Racecourse in style with a festive river cruise from Melbourne! You’ll be well taken care of as you make your way to and from the Spring Racing Carnival, with morning and afternoon tea, a gourmet buffet lunch and unlimited premium wine and beer. Beat the traffic and crowds and simply relax on the sundeck as you cruise along the Yarra River. Enjoy onboard entertainment on the return cruise to Melbourne’s Victoria Harbor.

Enjoy a unique, naughty night out aboard the vintage Melbourne Showboat, complete with the entertaining antics of a burlesque show. Cruise down the Yarra River while savoring delicious canapés and a complimentary glass of bubbly. The evening’s onboard entertainment comes courtesy of a professional burlesque troupe, decked out in outlandish outfits that have a way of disappearing. After the boisterous, 1-hour burlesque and cabaret show, take in the riverside scenery as you cruise all the way to the historic port of Williamstown. 

Pair a trip down Melbourne’s Yarra River with a scrumptious buffet lunch on a gourmet river cruise. Sip a welcome glass of Champagne and snack on canapés while gliding past downtown skyscrapers and historic shipyards into the open bays of St. Kilda and Williamstown. A generous buffet lunch featuring carving stations, fresh seafood, and salads offers choices for any taste, while live music keeps the onboard mood festive.

Discover the natural wonders of Phillip Island on this full-day combo tour from Melbourne. Cruise around Seal Rocks for an up-close perspective of the largest fur seal colony in Australia. At dusk, head to a local beach for the famous Penguin Parade and watch hundreds of tiny fairy penguins emerge from the ocean and waddle home to their burrows. It's a unique wildlife experience you won't forget!

Celebrate Australia Day with a 2.5-hour cruise aboard an atmospheric Melbourne Showboat. Travel through the harbor from the Yarra River to Port Phillip Bay, passing the Docklands, Williamstown, Port Melbourne and St Kilda Beach. Choose from either the daytime or sunset tour according to your preference.

Spice up your sightseeing with entertainment from a Blues Brothers tribute band on this unforgettable 4-hour evening cruise of Melbourne. Admire views of Port Philip Bay, Williamstown and St Kilda Beach; make the most of the on-board bar (own expense); and dance to iconic tunes by artists such as Aretha Franklin, James Brown, and Ray Charles.

Dine on a boat in Melbourne’s lovely Royal Botanic Gardens. Begin your excursion with a guided shopping tour of the Queen Victoria Market. Stop at the Shrine of Remembrance to learn about Australian war history. Take a tram to the gardens and spend some time exploring on foot. Board your boat at the park’s Ornamental Lake, then eat as you admire the local flora and fauna.

Immerse yourself in Melbourne's vibrant blues music scene on this 4-hour Blues Cruise. Aboard the Lady Cutler Melbourne Showboat, find a comfortable seat and settle in for an evening of music from two live acts and an onboard DJ. Watch evening settle over Melbourne and the city lights twinkle on while dancing to blues jams. Purchase drinks from two fully-stocked bars, food is also available if you get hungry. See Itinerary section for upcoming schedule.

Get the ultimate luxury boating experience on this 90-minute private cruise on the Yarra River. With a dedicated skipper to navigate and provide engaging commentary on the sights, you'll depart from the Docklands and sail past Melbourne's riverside attractions. Take great photos from your vantage point on the water, sip a bottle of wine, and dig in to the provided cheese plate featuring local products. This private tour for just you and your party ensures personalized attention and plenty of chance to ask questions.

Melbourne Showboat Presents: Retro Cruise Dress Up Boat PartyA wild night out aboard the Lady Cutler Melbourne Showboat with two dance floors spinning your favourite hits from the 60s, 70s & 80s. With an ever-changing lineup of Melbourne's finest DJs & cover bands, we've got your dancing needs covered! YOUR TICKET includes:4 HOUR CRUISE through the Docklands, Williamstown Bay, St Kilda & Port Melbourne (includes boarding/disembarking)MELBOURNE'S FINEST DJs & COVER BANDS on TWO DANCE FLOORSFOOD and DRINKS available to purchase from our fully stocked BARSPECIAL DISCOUNTS if you pre-purchase your meal at CHECKOUTOne of the top things to see and do in Melbourne and an exciting nightlife experience for locals. Find out why the iconic Lady Cutler was awarded the Trip Advisor 'Certificate of Excellence' (2016) and 'Top Ten Engagement Party Venues' (2017, Venue Mob).