A Luxurious Cruise to Satisfy Sights and Tastes
Melbourne is renowned for its outstanding food and unique dining experiences, making it a world-class culinary city. One of the best ways to enjoy this is by taking a luxury boat cruise on the Yarra River, which offers breathtaking views and delicious food and wine.
Our three-course progressive lunch or dinner cruise starts at Docklands and includes on board drinks, gorgeous views of Melbourne and a ton of fun in between. Pair this with plush seating, a spacious deck, and first-class service from the friendly crew and this is one luxurious cruise you will never forget.
This is a must-do experience for anyone visiting Melbourne who wants to indulge in its exceptional food and stunning scenery.
Why Take This Cruise?
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Cruise Details
Progressive Dinner Cruise Details - Lady M
Price
From AUD $189.00 per person:
- 11 – 14 passengers: $280.00 p/p
- 15 – 19 passengers: $245.00 p/p
- 20 – 24 passengers: $210.00 p/p
- 25 passengers: $199.00 p/p
For groups smaller than 11 guests, please take a look at our Progressive Dinner Cruise on the Pia Mae, seating up to 10 passengers.
Departure times
Lunch cruise: departs Docklands at 1 pm sharp and returns approximately 4:30 pm
Dinner cruise: departs Docklands at 6 pm sharp and returns approximately 9:30 pm
Departure point
45 Newquay Promenade, Docklands, Victoria
Availability
All year round
Duration
Approximately 3.5 hours
Number of passengers
Suitable for groups from 11 to 35 guests.
For groups no larger than 10 guests, you may be interested in our Progressive Pia Mae Cruise, serving as a smaller vessel for a more intimate setting.
Included
- 3 course meal
- All beverages
- Private luxury boat
What to bring
Camera to take photos
Boat staff
Certified skipper & crew
Your Progressive Dinner Experience on the Lady M
Step aboard your luxurious private boat at Newquay Promenade, Docklands, and enjoy a refreshing pre-drink as you embark on your unforgettable journey. Depart from Victoria Harbour and cruise under the iconic Bolte Bridge, heading upstream along the picturesque Yarra River.
Southwharf:
Berth at Southwharf and take a short walk to our first restaurant. Indulge in an entrée of your choice, where you can select one of the following options:
- Grilled Calamari, Chorizo, haloumi, peas, romesco sauce
- Grilled Trout, Pomegranate, and mixed herb salad
- Bruschetta, Peas, broad beans, cherry tomatoes, Meredith feta cheese
Pair your chosen entrée with a glass of house wine or local beer. You’ll have approximately 45 minutes to relish this delightful dish before reboarding the boat.
Southbank:
Continue your cruise upstream to Southbank, where you disembark for the main course. Choose one of the following mouthwatering dishes:
- Sticky King Island Beef short rib, sesame, Chinese broccoli, sushi rice
- Pan roasted Huon Salmon fillet, mussels, Jerusalem artichoke, wakame
- Rotisserie chicken
- Gnudi ‘ricotta + sheep’s curd dumpling’, basil pesto, pumpkin, Grandvewe Primavera cheese (V)
Accompany your chosen main course with a glass of house wine or local beer. Take your time and enjoy the flavours to the fullest for approximately 45 minutes.
Return to Docklands:
As you sail further upstream, immerse yourself in the breathtaking views of Melbourne’s skyline and pass by renowned attractions like the Botanical Gardens, Melbourne Cricket Ground, Federation Square, and Flinders Street. Relax and relish the final course – dessert – as you head back to Docklands. Indulge in a selection of petit fours, choosing from a variety of options, including:
- Opera – Coffee buttercream
- Pistachio & Raspberry – Shortbread shell baked
- Chocolate Orange Delice – Moist flourless orange cake
- Passionfruit Meringue – Tangy passion fruit with vanilla
- Flourless Chocolate and Raspberry – Flourless chocolate cake
Relish these delectable dessert canapés while savouring the scenic beauty.
Good to Know
How To Access Lady M
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes kids are allowed onboard, our boats are very safe and ideal for kids. When booking ensure to let us know the age of children and size so we can ensure that the correct fitting lifejackets are onboard to suit.
Our boats are electric powered and have 16 batteries to provide the power for cruising continuously for 10hrs without recharging.
Yes, our boats are available by booking only. We do not accept walk-ups. Booking is easy online, click on any Book Now button on the page of your chosen cruise or contact us to arrange your booking.
Booking can be done online via our secure online booking page, alternatively you can contact us to arrange your booking.
You are welcome to bring your own food and beverages to enjoy onboard. We also offer food and beverage packages but booking for this is required 24hrs in advance.
No smoking is not allowed onboard our boats.
Have more questions? Check out our FAQ page!
See What Previous Guests Have Said About Us
We spent great two hours on Yarra. The boat is very quite, comfortable, very easy to navigate.
Our boat was nice and tidy.
Melbourne Boat Hire staff are so polite and lovely people.
I recommend " Melbourne Boat Hire"
Our vessel, Eliza J, glided her way through the CBD via the river.
She was comfortable and easy to skipper.
Went with a couple of friends for the birthday of my partner.