Melbourne River, Laneways & Coffee Tour Itinerary

Welcome to Australia’s cafe capital, sporting hub & and world-famous metropolitan city. Experience Melbourne like a local and get to know this fascinating city from the comfort of a relaxing river cruise. No need to do any research yourself when you’ve got a friendly and informative tour guide on board, who will give you the lowdown on Melbourne’s fascinating culture! Our iconic Royal Barge, Elizabeth Anne, was once visited by Queen Elizabeth herself. Stand in the footsteps of royalty as you enjoy the city views! 

We’ll kick things off in the Melbourne CBD, then head straight to the boat. Enjoy beautiful sweeping views of the Yarra River as we weave through Melbourne in the morning. Learn about Melbourne’s coffee culture, as well as its iconic art & music scene. 

Learn about Melbourne’s Gold Rush beginnings, its sporting legacy and status as the coffee capital. We’ll cruise past the iconic MCG, Melbourne’s sporting hub! 

Our first stop will be the Melbourne Botanic Gardens, where you’ll get to explore a peaceful green space amongst the urban jungle. This 45-minute walking trail explores Melbourne’s carefully maintained gardens. Then it’s time to enjoy some street art! We’ll wander through Melbourne’s incredible, inspiring arty laneways like the AC/DC laneway and Hosier Lane. 

Then we’ll head over to Degraves Lane and enjoy a delicious cup of barista-brewed coffee. You’ll see why Melbourne’s coffee is so world-famous! Enjoy your coffee with a handpicked sweet treat. 

Then we’ll head back to the boat, where we will learn about Melbourne’s maritime history. We’ll wrap up the tour with a journey back through the city, where your tour guide will tell you all about Melbourne’s maritime history. 

Then you’ll be able to enjoy Melbourne however you please!