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Melbourne: Yarra River Dinner Cruise & 4-Course Wine PairingSpirit of Melbourne dinner cruise: 3-hour floating restaurant with 4-course gourmet dinner, premium Australian wines, and city skyline views from Southbank.★ 4.49 (1,530)3h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 210per person
Yarra River Boat Hire: Self-Drive Past Melbourne LandmarksSelf-drive boat hire on the Yarra River in Melbourne with no license required. Seat up to 10, see the Botanical Gardens and MCG from the water.★ 5.00 (29)2h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 299per group
Yarra River Rafting: Grade 2 Rapids Near MelbournePaddle grade 2 rapids on the Yarra River near Melbourne in a two-person inflatable raft with guide, safety gear and shuttle back to the start.★ 5.00 (27)3h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 110per person
Private E-Bike Tour Melbourne: Yarra River to Street ArtPrivate e-bike tour of Melbourne with local guide covering the Yarra River, Shrine of Remembrance, Rod Laver Arena.★ 5.00 (3)2h–4h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 250per person
Upper Yarra River tubing: Self-guided float with rapidsFloat the Upper Yarra River on your own tube for 2 hours through 3 km of gentle floats and playful rapids near Warburton, with shuttle and safety briefing.★ 5.00 (2)2h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 65per person
Melbourne: Yarra River Cruise & Skyline Tour 2 HoursTwo-hour narrated Yarra River cruise from Southbank with skyline views, Royal Botanic Gardens, MCG and Docklands. Includes commentary and tea/coffee.★ 3.83 (777)2h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 76per person
Melbourne: Yarra River Cruise & Gardens with CommentaryOne-hour Yarra River sightseeing cruise past Royal Botanic Gardens, MCG and Arts Centre. Complimentary tea, coffee and live commentary. Enclosed boat with panoramic windows.★ 3.64 (221)1h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 45per person
Yarra River cruise Melbourne: Early settler history and docksCruise the Yarra River in Melbourne for an hour of live commentary on the city's port history.★ 3.71 (112)1h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 45per person
Melbourne: Private Yarra River Cruise & Wine TastingPrivate 90-minute luxury river cruise on Melbourne's Yarra with local wine, cheese platter & electric boat. Departs Docklands, max 6 guests.★ 5.00 (5)1h 30m✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 440per group
Melbourne: Private Yarra River Lunch Cruise for TwoPrivate lunch cruise for two on Melbourne's Yarra River with 3-course meal, wine and beer included. Scenic views, just you and your partner, all fees covered.★ 5.00 (2)1h 30m✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 589per group
Yarra River Nature Trail Walk Melbourne: 6 stops with guideWalk the Yarra River from Federation Square through Royal Botanic Gardens to the National Gallery of Victoria with a live guide, coffee and cake included.4h✓ Free cancellationfromAU$ 2,800per group
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✓ 2026-10-16| Option | Price | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne: Yarra River Dinner Cruise & 4-Course Wine PairingOur pick | AU$ 210 per person | 3h | 4.49★ · 1,530 | free | — |
| Yarra River Rafting: Grade 2 Rapids Near MelbourneBest value | AU$ 110 per person | 3h | 5.00★ · 27 | free | — |
| Yarra River Boat Hire: Self-Drive Past Melbourne LandmarksPrivate option | AU$ 30 per personAU$ 299 per group (split by 10) | 2h | 5.00★ · 29 | free | — |
| Private E-Bike Tour Melbourne: Yarra River to Street Art | AU$ 250 per person | 2h–4h | 5.00★ only 3 reviews | free | — |
| Upper Yarra River tubing: Self-guided float with rapids | AU$ 65 per person | 2h | 5.00★ only 2 reviews | free | — |
| Melbourne: Yarra River Cruise & Skyline Tour 2 Hours | AU$ 76 per person | 2h | 3.83★ · 777 | free | — |
| Melbourne: Yarra River Cruise & Gardens with Commentary | AU$ 45 per person | 1h | 3.64★ · 221 | free | — |
| Yarra River cruise Melbourne: Early settler history and docks | AU$ 45 per person | 1h | 3.71★ · 112 | free | — |
| Melbourne: Private Yarra River Cruise & Wine Tasting | AU$ 73 per personAU$ 440 per group (split by 6) | 1h 30m | 5.00★ only 5 reviews | free | — |
| Melbourne: Private Yarra River Lunch Cruise for Two | AU$ 295 per personAU$ 589 per group (split by 2) | 1h 30m | 5.00★ only 2 reviews | free | — |
| Yarra River Nature Trail Walk Melbourne: 6 stops with guide | AU$ 350 per personAU$ 2,800 per group (split by 8) | 4h | — | free | — |
Yarra River Tours at a glance
- Our pick: Melbourne: Yarra River Dinner Cruise & 4-Course Wine Pairing, AU$ 210 (3h, 4.49★ · 1,530).
- Best value: Yarra River Rafting: Grade 2 Rapids Near Melbourne, AU$ 110 (3h, 5.00★ · 27).
- Private option: Yarra River Boat Hire: Self-Drive Past Melbourne Landmarks, AU$ 30 (2h, 5.00★ · 29).
Real price per person across the 11 options: AU$ 30–AU$ 350 (median AU$ 76). With 100+ reviews: 4 of 11.
Of the 11 options: 11 with free cancellation, 10 with instant confirmation, 10 kid-friendly, 5 private and 9 last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Real price per person: the group price divided by the seats it includes.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 11 of the 11 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last up to 2 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Melbourne: Yarra River Dinner Cruise & 4-Course Wine Pairing is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.49 out of 5 across 1,530 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 5 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
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