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Highlights of Melbourne Cruise

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Southbank, Australia
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icon2 hours  (approx.)
iconOffered in: English

Overview

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 takes you upriver and downriver for a scenic overview of attractions on both banks.
  • Cruises downriver to the port and upriver away from the city
  • Opportunities to photograph Melbourne's skyline and port from the water
  • Onboard commentary with insights into Melbourne's history
  • Panoramic windows provide unparalleled views plus protection from wind or rain
  • Sun deck for outdoor river cruising
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Commentary
Drinks (tea and coffee)
Yarra River Cruise
No food or drinks are sold on board
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Melbourne River Cruises , Berth 2, Southbank Promenade, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
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Berth No 2, Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct Landing

This activity will end right where it started.
Take in Melbourne’s highlights from a unique vantage point on the scenic Yarra River. Learn about the history of this modern metropolis on a narrated tour as you glide past beautiful gardens, historic buildings, and ultramodern skyscrapers.

Enjoy the sights from your boat’s sundeck or through panoramic windows from the inside cabin, where you can enjoy complimentary coffee or tea. At the end of the round-trip journey, you have a wonderful overview of Melbourne’s history and layout to help you plan the rest of your time in Victoria’s welcoming capital.

Downriver Highlights:
• Docklands
• Crown Entertainment Complex
• West Gate Bridge
• 19th-century sailing ship Polly Woodside
• World Congress Center and Trade Center
• Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct
• Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Center

Upriver Highlights:
• Princes Bridge
• Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
• The Governor's residence
• Olympic Park
• Herring Island
• Royal Botanic Gardens
• Victorian Arts Center spire
• National Tennis Center
Itinerary
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Melbourne River Cruises
Embark your cruise from lively Southbank
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Yarra River
Cruise along Melbourne's iconic river and learn of the history and culture of one of the world's most livable cities.
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Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
MCG part of the Melbourne sports precinct that also includes AAMI Park, Olympic Park, Tennis Centre, Rod Laver Arena
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Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
Royal Botanic Gardens
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Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
Cruise past the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and nearby Crown Entertainment Complex
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Docklands
See stunning views of the city before travelling to the Docklands and Docklands Stadium
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  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Please note the travel date is only required as an indication within 3 months from booking confirmation date
  • Note: Passengers may bring a small amount of snacks and drinks on board
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 78 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Melbourne River Cruises
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Highlights of Melbourne Cruise?
A:The policy on face masks and attendee health is:

  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
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Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Highlights of Melbourne Cruise?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Highlights of Melbourne Cruise?
A:The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
See all safety measures taken by Highlights of Melbourne Cruise.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Highlights of Melbourne Cruise?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
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Traveler Tips

  • "We did feel a bit hard done by - a one hour cruise for the price of a two hour cruise." See review

Reviews

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star-4
Melbourne is always wonderful place to 👍
Loan_P
, May 2022
Ít was wary good tour that I would like to recommend to tourists ... I agree That we can discover the best views of what Melbourne has to offer on the tour All the best & Thank you for looking after us. See you next time Best regards Pkl
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star-4
Great trip
Imelda_C
, May 2022
Meeting Pam from Gavin & Stacy The guy driving the boat aka tour guide.. the fab scenery on the Yara River estuary.. nite bout the coffee though
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star-5
Very pleasant happy experience
Lyndall_M
, May 2022
Very relaxing and informative with pleasant staff Passengers seem to be happy and enjoying the experience
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star-3
2 hours a bit much , otherwise pleasant
Madhuri_K
, Apr 2022
Travelled with a toddler , picked the 11.00 am slot for a 2 hr cruise. Though we started at 11 sharp it was around 1.20 by the time we were done and honestly it was a bit much… toddler, partner, parents were all kinda done with the novelty of it all and it kinda made us all restless to get off more than anything else. And overwrote the otherwise pleasant experience. There was only so much commentary as only so much to talk about. If we were to do it again would restrict it to 1 hour cruise and only the dockland side.
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star-1
Boat broke down
Barry_C
, Apr 2022
Boat broke down - boarding was 15 minutes late and then cruise cut short for an hour - 1 hour trip instead of 2 hours - no apology
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star-5
Great
Jenifer_D
, Apr 2022
The cruise was great. However, whilst booking in Melb. thru this site I didnt realise it was in USA $
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star-4
Great attraction
Peter_K
, Apr 2022
Weather was beautiful, commentary was excellent - just right up and down river. Captain sounded knowledgeable and professional. However, booking stipulates "coffe and tea available" included in the price - this was neither seen, mentioned nor available 😔 should not be advertised if it's not part of the deal.
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star-2
Not what we paid for
liz_c
, Apr 2022
We booked a 2 hour down river cruise. We got a one hour up river cruise. With a " hop off for half an hour then come back and we will tell you if we are going downriver" Disappointing
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star-5
The crew were friendly...
Jacqueline_C
, Mar 2022
The crew were friendly witty and informative, which made a pleasant experience on board. They made you feel safe and is a great way to see parts of melbourne
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star-4
It was amazing to see and...
Helena_S
, Mar 2022
It was amazing to see and hear information of the details of iconic bridges, and buildings in Melbourne. It make everything much more serial than just to see it in books or photo's. Great experience, Thank you
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