BCL Travel - Bay and Harbour Cruises Australia

See our cities from the water on these cruises on Brisbane's Moreton Bay, Sydney Harbour, Melbourne's Yarra River and Port Phillip Bay, Perth's Swan River, Hobart harbour and Derwent River.

Tours - Bay and Harbour Cruises Australia 

• Brisbane Sights Tour and Cruise with Shopping, 9 hours (from Viator)
  Day Tour : Commences at Gold Coast, Australia
  Learn about the history of Queensland's capital city are you tour the city and cruise the Brisbane River. The tour includes morning tea and a visit to historic Newstead House, Brisbane's oldest surviving residence. You are also given the opportunity to shop, or visit Brisbane's Cultural Centre, Museum or Treasury Casino. more info and booking details from Viator...

• River Cruise and Cadbury Chocolate Factory in Hobart, 4 hours (from Viator)
  Sightseeing : Commences at Hobart, Australia
  Cruise the Derwent River from Cadbury’s chocolate factory after an insight into chocolate. Opportunities to purchase tantalizing chocolates are available just before your relaxing and picturesque cruise back along the picturesque Derwent River to Hobart. more info and booking details from Viator...

• Melbourne City and Williamstown Ferry Cruise, 1 - 2 hours (from Viator)
  Sightseeing Cruise : Commences at Melbourne, Victoria
  The City and Williamstown Ferry offers visitors an historic coastal village experience. Cruise past Melbourne's shipping channels on your journey to the old maritime seaport of Williamstown. Spend the day sipping coffee at a sidewalk café or discovering quaint shops and galleries, before taking a leisurely cruise back to the city. You can choose to go one-way or return! Just select which option suits you and your day is set! more info and booking details from Viator...

• CruiseSmart on Sydney Harbour, 1 hour (from Viator)
  Sightseeing Cruise : Commences at Sydney, Australia
  Cruise Sydney Harbour in an hour. With frequent departures, seven days a week, come aboard and enjoy cruising past famous Sydney Harbour icons such as the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Fort Denison. This one hour cruise is suitable for families of all ages. more info and booking details from Viator...

• Hobart Deluxe Tour including Cadbury Cruise, 7.75 hours (from Viator)
  Day Tour : Commences at Hobart, Australia
  Cadbury Tour, Tasmanian Devils and Richmond! Begin with chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate at the Cadbury Chocolate factory. Travel to Bonorong Wildlife Park to meet some of Australia's native animals and explore the history and charm of Richmond. A day capturing the essence of all things Tasmania! more info and booking details from Viator...

• Sydney Harbour Luncheon Cruise aboard luxury catamaran, 2 hours (from Viator)
  Sightseeing Cruise : Commences at Sydney, Australia
  Cruise Sydney Harbour for 2 hours and enjoy a seafood buffet lunch. This luxury catamaran is one of the most prestigious vessels in Sydney. Relax and enjoy an outstanding seafood lunch whilst admiring the Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and other famous landmarks as you cruise the beautiful Sydney Harbour. more info and booking details from Viator...

• Highlights of Melbourne Cruise, 2 - 2 .5 hours (from Viator)
  Sightseeing Cruise : Commences at Melbourne, Victoria
  See the whole Melbourne City region by taking this complete river cruise. This fabulous 2 hour sightseeing cruise on the Yarra River gives you the opportunity to see two totally different perspectives of Melbourne. Experience the contrasting moods and witness the spectacular city views. more info and booking details from Viator...

• Moreton Bay Whale Watching, 8.5 or 11.5 hours (from Viator)
  Wildlife : Commences at Brisbane or Gold Coast, Australia
  Spend a day out with the magnificent humpback whales of Moreton Bay. Watch them as they play in the crystal clear turquoise waters off Moreton Island. They frequent this area between the months of June and October, as they migrate between the Antarctic wilderness and the Great Barrier Reef. This is a great day out for everyone and don't forget to take your camera.
  This tour is seasonal and only operates from 29 June, 2008 to October 31, 2008. more info and booking details from Viator...

• Port of Melbourne and Docklands Sightseeing Cruise, 1 - 1.5 hours (from Viator)
  Sightseeing Cruise : Commences at Melbourne, Victoria
  For a stunning view of Melbourne (with a difference!), come aboard and cruise down river on the famous Yarra! Spend a leisurely hour or so just cruising past the sights and sounds of this great city. See the Port of Melbourne and the Docklands area, the 19th century sailing ship - Polly Woodside, the Crown Casino Complex, Westgate Bridge and much more. Book now and discover Melbourne on the Yarra River! more info and booking details from Viator...

• Port Stephens and Nelson Bay 4WD Adventure Tour including Dolphin Cruise, 11 hours (from Viator)
  Activity Tour : Commences at Sydney, Australia
  Discover an unspoiled and diverse blue water paradise at Port Stephens! Relax and wander through the coastal township and enjoy the famous dolphin cruise!. Watch as the bottlenose dolphins play on the bow waves or why not ride the Boom Net and get close to the friendly visitors! Also experience Stockton Bright by 4WD and try your hand at sandboarding. This will be a day you won't forget! more info and booking details from Viator...

• Riverboats on the Murray River departs Adelaide, 8 hours (from Viator)
  Day Tour : Commences at Adelaide, Australia
  Discover the River Murray at its best! Travel through rolling hills and Mallee outback to the mighty Murray River bringing watered life to a thirsty land - a land now rich in green vineyards, golden citrus orchards and prosperous rural communities. Book now for this amazing experience. more info and booking details from Viator...

• River Gardens Melbourne Sightseeing Cruise, 1 - 1.5 hours (from Viator)
  Sightseeing Cruise : Commences at Melbourne, Victoria
  A lazy day up the Yarra! Cruising up river is a rare chance to view wonderful, scenic river gardens of Melbourne and Herring Island. The river passes one of the world's great Botanic Gardens, as well as the landscaped river banks and Melbourne's famous Sporting Precinct. Listen closely for sporting sounds from the hallowed grounds of the Melbourne Cricket Ground? Pass by the National Tennis Center where every year in January, tennis professional slog it out in the heat of Melbourne for the Australian Open. Enjoy all this and more on your cruise up the Yarra River. more info and booking details from Viator...

• Sydney Harbour Weekend Cruise, 2 days / 2 nights (from Viator)
  Extended Cruise : Commences at Sydney, Australia
  Spend 2 days and 2 nights on an all-inclusive weekend cruise on Sydney Harbour. Explore over 250 kilometers of hidden bays, coves and beaches, cruise the upper reaches of the western river systems and enjoy spectacular views of Sydney. Every comfort will be catered for including guided harbor foreshore walks, entertainment and meals. more info and booking details from Viator...

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Check What's on around Australia 

Check our What's On page for each city to see major events and school holidays. You may need to book earlier if you are travelling in a peak holiday season. You can also see all Australian school holiday dates here. Each Australian state sets its own school terms and holidays. Go direct to the What's On section for Adelaide | Brisbane | Canberra | Darwin | Hobart | Melbourne | Sydney | Perth | Gold Coast | Sunshine Coast