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    Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise
    By: Melbourne River Cruises
    588 reviews

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    Overview
    What could be a more memorable way to enjoy a meal in Melbourne than a gourmet dinner cruise along the Yarra River? Watch the city light up during this 3-hour cruise and enjoy Melbourne's noted fine dining in the comfort of a floating restaurant. Sip wine, beer and spirits while you admire the changing vistas of the city skyline and pass by waterfront parks and attractions like the Royal Botanic Gardens and Federation Square. This is a great activity for those who have been to Melbourne before and are looking for a new way to enjoy the city.
    Menu
    Choice of Entree (need to be chosen at check out)
    Seafood Cocktail
    Lamb Kofta
    Ratatouille Filo Parcel(V)

    Mains(Choice of Beef,Chicken,Salmon,Lamb or Veg)

    Choice of Dessert (need to be chosen at check out)
    Sticky Date Pudding
    Apple Crumble

    Premium Victorian Wines, Sparkling, Spirits and Soft drinks.
    Highlights
    • A Melbourne luxury dinner cruise shows you a different side of the city
    • Combine sightseeing with a culinary experience
    • Admire the city of Melbourne when its illuminated by night
    • Take advantage of free-flowing beer, wine, and spirits 
    What to Expect
    Your evening excursion begins at Southbank Promenade, where you’ll board your vessel and take a seat. As you sail down the Yarra River, you’ll see top Melbourne attractions such as the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Flinders Station, Rod Laver Arena, and Riverside Park illuminated by night.  Enjoy a premium 4-course meal of Australian-inspired cuisine, including lamb, beef, and seafood, accompanied by free-flowing wine, beer, sparkling wine, and spirits. Your meal culminates with cheese, coffee, and a glass of port or liqueur. At the end of the cruise, the boat returns to Southbank Promenade.
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    Important Information
    Departure Point
    Southbank Promenade, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
    Departure Time
    7:30 PM
    Duration
    3h
    Return Details
    Returns to original departure point
    Inclusions
    • Dinner - 4-course dinner(Choose entrée and dessert at check out)
    • Beer, wine, soft drinks, premium spirits and liqueurs
    Exclusions
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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    Additional Info
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Entree and Dessert to be chosen at the time of booking, please make note in the special requirement section. Alternatively you can contact us
    • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
    • Not wheelchair access
    • If wanting to add children please contact us
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infant seats available
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
    Cancellation Policy
    If you cancel at least 4 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee. If you cancel within 3 days of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
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    Reviewed 4 days ago
    Fantastic night

    Where do I start, from booking a group of 23 was so easy and they were great to deal with. The day before we were to go one of our party had to pull out due to a family emergency I rang them and they...More

    Date of experience: October 2019
    Thank Sharon L
    Reviewed 6 days ago
    Good value....flowing wine

    Again be objective when writing reviews people! You’re you’re not gonna see anything in the dark !!! The food was good and good value...it’s about the experience not the views. Personally I enjoyed it and he staff were attentive and friendly.

    Date of experience: October 2019
    Thank Colin W
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Friendly staff, lovely view

    Very nice staff, excellent service and the food was very nice. There wasn’t much in the way of music but good atmosphere at the end of the day. Great way to see the city at night

    Thank crystalanned
    Reviewed 30 August 2019 via mobile
    Nice tour of the City lights

    Pretty evening cruise of the downtown area. Decent food and unlimited wine and aperitifs included. It would have been nice to add some commentary about the waterfront during the cruise.

    Date of experience: August 2019
    1  Thank Susan F
    Reviewed 27 August 2019 via mobile
    50th Birthday celebrations

    Extremely happy with the personal service by the lovely crew. Mary who served us was very friendly and efficient, could not have asked for a better night. Would definitely recommend this to anyone. A must do if you visit Melbourne . The food was amazing...More

    Date of experience: August 2019
    Thank dallmanns
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    Response from Karen A | Reviewed this property |
    we had to be on the boat at 7pm and off i think around 10.30pm
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    4 April 2019|
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    Response from wendhmagz | Reviewed this property |
    I'm not sure on this question. But I would imagine that if you contacted them beforehand and told them of your requirements, they would be able to oblige.
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