Top Victoria Day Cruises

The City Highlights Express Cruise offers a swift and scenic way to experience Melbourne's iconic landmarks from the Yarra River. Whether you're a first-time visitor aiming to get your bearings or a local seeking a fresh perspective of the city, the City Highlights Express Cruise provides a quick, informative, and enjoyable experience on the Yarra River.

Discover a hidden gem on Phillip Island, with this cruise around the cliffs, caves, and historic sites of Cape Woolamai. Listen to informative commentary from the captain as you keep your eyes peeled for sightings of marine life such as dolphins, Australian fur seals, and seabirds. Snap photos of the dramatic coastal scenery and turquoise waters during this family-friendly cruise, which includes light refreshments and activities for children.

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.

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.

Seeing whales off Wilsons Promontory means getting out onto open water at the right time of year, which is hard to arrange yourself. Sail into the national park by catamaran instead, along the route humpbacks follow as they migrate south with their calves. Watch for whales offshore, and take in the historic lighthouse, Refuge Cove, and Waterloo Bay along the way.

Embark on a captivating 1-hour sightseeing expedition along the Yarra River, discovering Melbourne's most iconic landmarks with expertly guided commentary. Sail past renowned sites like Flinders Street Station, Federation Square, and the Arts Centre, while enjoying complimentary tea and coffee. Marvel at the panoramic views of Melbourne's skyline, capturing the beauty of the Eureka Tower, Royal Botanic Gardens, and the cultural precinct of Southbank. Book now for an unforgettable experience of Melbourne's waterfront wonders.

Spotting whales off Phillip Island means getting out onto the open water at the right time of year, which is hard to arrange yourself. Head out on a winter cruise along the migration route past Cape Woolamai, where humpback and southern right whales pass through. Watch for whales breaching offshore, and keep an eye out for dolphins, seals, and seabirds along the way.

Explore the Bellarine and Mornington peninsulas on a full-day tour from Melbourne that includes a boat cruise and gondola ride. Take in highlights including the Geelong Waterfront, Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre, and the Bathing Boxes and have time to admire the views from Murrays Lookout and stop at a beachside brewery. Your tour includes a picnic lunch, bay cruise and round-trip transportation from Melbourne and stop at a beachside brewery. Your tour includes a picnic lunch, bay cruise and round-trip transportation from Melbourne.

Explore the coastal wilderness of the Wilsons Promontory National Park on this full-day cruise by catamaran. While looking out for wildlife such as eagles and dolphins, cruise by landmarks like Skull Rock, Wilsons Promontory Lighthouse, Glennie Island, and the Kanowna Island seal sanctuary. Anchor at Refuge Cove for a delicious on-board lunch and cool off with a swim and snorkel or relax on a white-sand beach.

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 narrated tour.

While visiting the Mornington Peninsula, take a half-day dolphin-watching cruise on Port Phillip bay to look for bottlenose dolphins, Australian fur seals, and other marine life. Ride in comfort on a luxury boat that has room to walk around, provides complimentary light refreshments, and has other food available for purchase. This tour is combined with a swimming tour, making it a great option for the whole family.

Experience the Aussie outback on this full-day tour from Melbourne, uncovering local silo art, riverside heritage, native animals, and wine. Journey through regional Victoria on an exclusive paddle steamer cruise and wildlife adventure combining Murray River heritage, wildlife observation, and wine tasting. Start with a complimentary coffee at the Arts Centre before heading to Nagambie. Learn about koalas during a ranger-led talk at Kyabram Fauna Park, then step back in time in Echuca aboard the PS Canberra paddle steamer for a cruise on Australia's largest river. Enjoy changing scenery from eucalypt forests to farmland to vineyards, as you travel through Victoria's heartland. Discover Rochester's painted silos showcasing artistic heritage, and end with premium wine tasting featuring wines grown in ancient Cambrian soil at a renowned Heathcote winery. Limited to 15 travelers for intimate experience with comfortable transport, expert guidance, and guaranteed window seating.