Top Melbourne Cruises & Sailing

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 inclusive of beverages. 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.

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.

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.

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 narrated tour.

Ideal for first-time visitors to Melbourne, let a private guide help you get your bearings in the city on this sightseeing tour. From must-see attractions, such as Federation Square and Queen Victoria Market, to hidden gems that are all too easy to miss, your guide has the itinerary all planned out so all you have to do is enjoy the tour.

A fully private, guided tour to Phillip Island and the Penguin Parade. Visit breathtaking beaches as Cape Woolamai, see wildlife and visit the Nobbies, sight wildlife at dusk. We customize your day to ensure your visit to Phillip Island is memorable. Tour includes: • Local Melbourne Tour Guide • Luxury vehicle • Complimentary bottled water • Custom and private tour for up to 6 passengers • See the penguins stroll in off the beach! General Penguin Viewing Tickets are included.

This tour of Melbourne's Cricket Ground (MCG) must-do for sports buffs who want to know more about Australia's sporting history. Go behind the scenes at the cricket ground with access to the players' changing rooms and more, while hearing stories about its history from your expert guide. Upgrade to include admission to the Australian Sports Museum.

Travel the Great Ocean Road while avoiding the crowds, when you book this small-group reverse itinerary tour. Drive straight from Melbourne to the famous Twelve Apostles, then slowly make your way back to the city. Stop at sites such as Teddy’s Lookout, Gibsons Steps, Apollo Bay, and more while also keeping an eye out for wildlife like kangaroos and koalas. Enjoy incredible views over the sea while you learn all about the road and its storied past.

When your cruise ship docks in Melbourne's port, make the most of your time ashore by booking this comprehensive tour in advance. Highlights include the Mornington Peninsula wine region and a wildlife experience at an animal sanctuary. Booking each of these experiences separately would be challenging; this tour rolls them all into one with a guide providing insightful commentary 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.

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.

Enjoy a more relaxed experience of Melbourne than you’d get in a traditional tour vehicle on a walking tour that provides the ultimate introduction if you're visiting for the first time. You’ll stop to hear tales and trivia that you’re unlikely to find in the guidebook about top Melbourne attractions such as Federation Square, Hosier Lane, Old Melbourne Gaol, and much more.

Experience the scenic Yarra Valley on the Puffing Billy train. This full-day trip takes you through the Dandenong Ranges to Emerald Lake, the Healesville Sanctuary Zoo, and the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery. At the last stop you can enjoy free samples and chocolate shopping. This trip starts and ends at The Hotel Windsor in Melbourne.

Experience the Ice Bar Melbourne, a winter wonderland of a bar made from more than 50 tons of ice. Your admission ticket includes one complimentary Arctic-themed cocktail at a bar with sub-zero temperatures and interiors carved entirely from ice. Chill out in the provided Arctic gear, which ensures that you remain toasty warm as you join the cool crowd for a drink in Melbourne.

Travelers short on time in the Melbourne area don't need to miss out on one of Australia's greatest coastal road trips. This Great Ocean Road day tour includes many of the route's highlights, including the Twelve Apostles, Apollo Bay, and London Bridge. And, because this itinerary is the reverse of what many travelers take, you'll be skipping the worst of the crowds.

Two of Victoria's biggest icons, two unhurried days — the Twelve Apostles and the penguins, done properly. Enjoy the two most popular day tours from Melbourne in a small group of up to 11 passengers and package these two day trips together to get extra value and make the most of your time in Melbourne. On one day, you will travel to the iconic Great Ocean Road where your guide will take you to the best hiding spots for koalas and kangaroos and give you time to take in the incredible scenery. On your Phillip Island day trip, the famous penguin parade will lure you to the island but the Phillip Island Tour with Oceania Tours will allow you to discover so much more, including: Moonlit Sanctuary, the Nobbies, Woolamai Surf beach (time permitting) and of course, the island’s black tie gala event: the Penguin Parade. Pick up and drop off to your Melbourne hotel is included for both days, accommodation is not included.

Tour the best of the Mornington Peninsula with a guide and your private group on this private excursion from Melbourne. Enjoy walks on the coastline, explore historic fishing villages, take in views from the highest peaks, explore vineyard country, and spend time enjoying the beautiful scenery and taking photos. This tour is yours to customize and can include additional sights or more time allotted at particular sights.

Designed for private groups of 2-6 guests. Ideal for travellers with limited time who are wanting to see the highlights of Melbourne. The tour is a combination of walking and driving guests to Melbourne landmark attractions, some outside the CBD. The tour can be customized, allowing guests to extend the tour, or add a requested location! Times are flexible for cruise ship travellers.

Dive into the watery world of Australia’s native marine creatures at the SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium. Get an up-close view of penguins, sharks, stingrays, seahorses, and more as you explore the distinct ecosystems at the beautifully designed aquarium. Ensure your admission with this ticket so you don’t risk missing out on watching the playful penguins and other residents.

Soak up spectacular aerial views of Melbourne with a visit to Melbourne Skydeck—the highest viewing platform in the Southern Hemisphere. Look out toward Port Phillip Bay and the rolling Dandenong Ranges in the distance. Thrill-seekers can upgrade to experience "The Edge"—a moving, glass-bottomed cube that hovers over the city streets 88 floors below, or opt for dinner and drinks packages for a special visit.

Phillip Island hosts more than just its world-famous Penguin Parade, it is home to an impressive array of wildlife (koalas, wallabies & various birdlife), rugged coastline, stunning vistas and sandy beaches. Your time on Phillip Island will see you visit one of its beaches, walk amongst the treetops of the Koala Conversation Centre with a bird’s eye view of Australia’s most loved marsupial, wander the clifftop boardwalk taking in the wild, rugged coastline, before travelling to the Penguin Parade spotting various wildlife. Taking your seats at the parade, you will thrilled to see so many penguins waddle up the beach to their burrows right alongside the boardwalk and viewing points, merely a hands length away from you. Dinner can be included in Cowes, Phillip Island’s main township. Throughout the day, your guide will share the history, adventures & stories of Phillip Island, adding those unique touches that Your Exclusive Tours pride themselves on including with every experience.

Melbourne is Australia’s culinary capital, but to discover the city’s foodie hotspots, you need a local guide. On this food walking tour, explore Melbourne’s atmospheric laneways and arcades; visit the city’s coolest bars, cafés, and street food stalls; and sample everything from Chinese dumplings to sweet pastries. This small-group tour is limited to 10 people for an authentic local experience.