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There's nothing quite like a dining cruise in Brisbane! A dining cruise along Brisbane River is a unique way to take in the beauty of the city. Enjoy stunning views of the cityscape while savoring delicious cuisines onboard. So why not take your next dining experience to the water and explore Brisbane in style? These are also perfect for Valentine's Day gifts for couples , birthday gifts or Father's Day gifts .

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Best Brisbane River Cruise Experiences

Looking for a unique way to discover Brisbane? Searching for fun things to do in Brisbane that you can share with family or friends? A Brisbane cruise is just the ticket. Set sail and explore some of the city’s top sights, all while you meander along the Brisbane River. With various cruises to choose from, from simple scenic cruises to river cruises, you’ll find plenty of ways to discover Brisbane with RedBalloon.

What can I expect on a Brisbane River cruise?

With plenty of great packages to choose from, each Brisbane River cruise offers its own unique experiences. Enjoy an afternoon out on the water with a scenic Brisbane River cruise, discovering some of the city’s top sights, or set the mood for a romantic date with a night out on the water. Brisbane is a beautiful city at any time of the day, so embrace the opportunity to discover what makes it such a memorable destination. You might choose to go on a cruise that includes morning tea, dinner or a drink or two, or you may opt for a cruise that takes you between several of Brisbane’s must-see spots. Whichever cruise you decide to go on, you will have a fantastic time.

How much does a Brisbane River cruise cost?

As with any activity or experience, the cost of a Brisbane River cruise will vary depending on what’s included and its duration. Brisbane dinner cruises and those offering unique experiences such as riverfront bar hopping will typically cost more than standard sightseeing outings. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly river cruise, you can secure tickets for a 90-minute cruise for around $49 per adult, while cruises with meal inclusions are generally more expensive.

Using the Price Range filter allows you to discover an assortment of experiences to suit your budget.

Where do Brisbane River cruises leave from?

The location from which your Brisbane River cruise will depart will vary depending on the operator. Some cruises may leave from the Cultural Centre Public Pontoon in South Bank, while others will depart from other locations along the river. When you book your river cruise, you’ll be provided with all the information you’ll need to plan your day or evening on the water, including your departure time and location.

What should I wear on a Brisbane dining cruise?

While it’s generally acceptable to wear casual clothing, such as activewear or beachwear, when enjoying a daytime sightseeing cruise around the city and its surrounds, if you plan to set out on a Brisbane dinner cruise, you might choose to don a smart casual outfit. While definitions of smart casual vary, an outfit would generally consist of dress jeans or long pants and a collared shirt for men. For women, look to wear an outfit that would be suited to dinner at a nice restaurant. Contact your cruise operator for more information if you’re unsure what is appropriate for your Brisbane dinner cruise.

If you’ve ever spent time on the water after dark, you’d know that the temperature can drop quite quickly once the sun has set. Although this may not be an issue on a Brisbane cruise at the height of summer, consider taking a jacket or coat if you plan to enjoy a cruise during the cooler months.

Cruises offer a fantastic opportunity to discover the beauty of Australia’s waterways from a brand-new perspective. If you’re ready to see more of our beautiful country from the comfort of a scenic or dining cruise , explore the fantastic range of experiences available at RedBalloon. Enjoy an outing with friends and family, or treat a special someone to a date with a difference.

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Experience a romantic dinner whilst relaxing in Beautiful Brisbane River Cruise.

Our Gondolas provide an ambience rarely available in today’s busy world. The atmosphere of old world charm guarantees to kindle romance and stroke the heart strings of all that are fortunate enough to experience this world class adventure first hand from the privacy of your very own chauffeured gondola.

“A very special romantic evening or day cruise is always assured”.

So step aboard, be chauffeured in sumptuous surrounds upon the Brisbane River and enjoy fabulous city views and superb hospitality. A romantic gondola cruise on the Brisbane River is more than a boat cruise it’s a treasured memory that you won’t forget.

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Brisbane River Cruises

This might be perfect for your next party....or just relax and explore your city's river.

Enjoy a beautiful sunset on board a three or four hour cruise along the ever-changing Meanjin (Brisbane River).

Lady Brisbane is a perfect venue for group outings, corporate functions or any other celebration requiring a small to medium vessel, either exclusive-hire or shared with other revellers.*

3 HOUR EXPLORE SUNSET DINNER RIVER CRUISE 

Cost:  $69 Adults, $39 Children (4 - 14 years). 

Includes:  Delicious Buffet Dinner and Cruise 

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3 Hour Explore Sunset Dinner Cruise  |  Saturday 18 May

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Brisbane River Dinner Cruise

• Cruise on a traditional paddlewheel boat constructed of Queensland timber
• Contemporary buffet dinner of meat, salads, desserts, and drinks
• Unobstructed views and photo ops of the Brisbane skyline at night
• Enjoy an evening of live music and dancing
• Seasonal Contempoary Buffet (with seafood on sundays)
• Live entertainment
• Dance floor
• Classic cocktails (Mojito, Margarita, Fruit Tingle, Strawberry Daquiri & Aperol Spritz), Basic Spirits, Australian wines, Selected Beers, Soft drink, Juice, tea and coffee
• Restroom on board
• Explore the decks, meet the Captain in tne Bridge and steer the vessel
• Brisbane river view and city night light
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• All other alcoholic drinks (available to purchase on board)
• Kookaburra River Queens, Eagle Street Pier, 1 Eagle St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia Departure Point: Eagle Street Pier, Brisbane Address: Eagle Street Pier, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane Directions: Please exchange voucher for boarding pass at the ticket office Dates: Thursday, Friday and Saturday Return point: Returns to original departure point
• Wheelchair accessible
• Pushchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Infant seats available
• Limited Wheelchair access - if assistance is required, passenger must provide their own carer.
• Mobility issues: The stairs on each of our vessels can be an issue for some people with mobility issues. We can accommodate wheelchairs up to 63cm only. Motorised scooters are prohibited on board any cruise. Please contact our office and advise of any mobility issues prior to your cruise i.e walking frames, cannot navigate stairs, wheelchairs or guide dogs and we will do our best to accommodate you.
• Please advise our office of any dietary requirements prior to your cruise. We can accommodate for Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Halal, Vegetarian and vegan on request. Please advise of any dietary requirements prior to your cruise and we will do our best to accommodate you.
• Most travellers can participate
• Minimum age is 18 years to consume alcohol
• We can cater to Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free and Dairy Free only
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Please note that no refunds are available
• Changes to your booking:
• 14 days or greater: Date changes or changes in passenger numbers to your booking can be made 14 days or more prior to your travel date (so if you are booked in on Thursday October 1st 2020, changes to your booking can be made up until close of business Thursday September 17th 2020). Should you wish to cancel your booking, we can only offer you a date transfer or credit voucher.
• Less than 14 days: within 14 days of your cruise departure no changes can be made to your booking.
• Missed Departures:
• Unfortunately refunds, transfers or credit vouchers are not permitted due to a missed departure. We strongly recommend that you check travel/traffic conditions on the day of your departure, in particular when there are special events (e.g. public holidays, Marathon, Anzac Day parade) as these can often cause traffic delays.
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travellers
• All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

• C6662QTmarinak 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Total disappointment My experience dates back to June 2021 when my husband and I booked a Cucubarra cruise with dinner for my birthday. It was a gift from my husband for my birthday. It was my 60th birthday. We live in South Australia and were supposed to fly to Brisbane to celebrate. But unfortunately there was a pandemic and a few days before the flight, the interstate borders were closed. I wrote to Cucabarra Cruises for a refund, but they sent me an open-ended voucher that we wanted to use after a year. But then the flooding happened and Cucabarra closed due to flood losses. We again could not get our service (dinner cruise). We asked for a refund again, but were told we could not get a refund and the voucher was perpetual. Since then it has been another 2 years and we only have the voucher and total disappointment. Read more Written 17 March 2024
• chilvers59 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles The worst company I have dealt with. 18th January 2022 I booked and paid in full for 9 adults and 2 children to celebrate a mile stone birthday for my wife (60th), who was having her birthday early March. We had a number of interstate friends and family coming up for the day and the cruise was a surprise to my wife. Unfortunately, the floods hit and we were left without a cruise or venue. I had to try to make urgent alternate plans for the group two days out. I then had to rebook and pay in full for the new venue. I am now thousands out of pocket. So I emailed the Kookaburra cruises expecting a refund as they were unable to provide the service I had booked and paid for. (Afterall, we were not at fault, and we did not cancel). They stated that their refunds policy clearly states no refunds. So I copied their policy and stated we did not cancel you did and we were still willing to attend ? 1.2.2. Refunds Please note that this experience is non-refundable so prior to making a booking, please ensure that all parties are willing to proceed. Please check that the date selected is correct prior to making your booking. Deposits/final balances paid are non-refundable To which they stated they were not allowed on the river due to the floods. So they refused to offer a refund and gave me coupons, which half the guests are unable to use as they are interstate. Now Feb 23, these also appear to be useless as they have gone into receivership ? I have now heard the boss is in court for indecent assault... So if anybody hears of a class action, can they please add me to the list. Thank you. The worst company I have ever dealt with for fair play or empathy. Read more Written 24 February 2023
• DFandLR 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles TOTAL THIEVERY Utterly shameful and appalling treatment by Kookaburra Queen. April 2022. Won't ever book with this company and strongly advise all others not to either. We also had a dinner cruise booked & paid for which was cancelled due to the floods, and although they would be insured, Kookaburra Queen obviously feel that it's ok for their well-intentioned customers to be left out of pocket while they profiteer from the circumstances. Disgraceful behaviour and absolute theft. Going off other reviews this is clearly a common practice by them. (Refer to the Office of Fair Trading Queensland for information regarding ‘no refund policies’. Attempting to use this statement within ‘terms & conditions’ is illegal as Consumer Rights apply.) Read more Written 5 May 2022
• natalie c 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Kookaburra cruises, Brisbane, shameful service, non refund policy is theft We had a cruise booked for Saturday 5 March, which we were expected to pay up front for and were asked to accept a no refund clause aimed at people not turning up, fair enough.Unfortunately, a storm resulted in the river being closed and the cruise being called off by the company. For some reason, their no refund policy appears to still apply despite us being in Brisbane at that time and available for the cruise. We are not from Brisbane and it is incredibly difficult for us to accept and use a credit voucher. Despite putting this forward to the Kookaburra Cruise management team, we have been given an adamant no, you will not get your money back and if you have a problem with that please complain through ACCC. This us very stressful and feels like being robbed, imagine being asked to pay up front for your meal in a restaurant and then told sorry, chef is not available, not our fault but come back another time and we are prepared to serve you. In the meantime we will keep your money even though we cannot provide you with the promised service, we commented on Facebook, all comments have been removed, shame on you, Kookaburra cruises .😔😔😔 Read more Written 6 March 2022
• Jacqueline L 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Total rip-off from Kookaburra Queen We were booked for a dinner cruise on the Kookaburra Queen, unfortunately it was cancelled because of flooding. When we asked for a refund we were given a categorical no as they had a no refund policy. This would be understandable if we had cancelled but surely not when they cancel. As this was a one off trip of 4 friends the offer of a credit was not acceptable. When asked for management contacts were asked for we were refused and told to go through ACCC. I can't believe the arrogance of this company. The hotel we are staying in had problems with the lifts and immediately offered a full refund if we wanted to go elsewhere. Total difference in attitude. Read more Written 5 March 2022
• noelanic2014 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Theft by refusing a refund when also refusing to give the service paid for. I would NEVER encourage my family or friends to book with these people. They refused a refund for a service they also couldn't honor. We were only given an option of "credit" after they cancelled the cruise, then they told us to take it up with senior management, then refused to give us their details saying "go straight to ACCC. THIS is called Theft. We will be taking this further, what a disgusting way to treat out of town people. Also inferred they" lost everything ", meaning that they wouldn't be able to" honor "the future so called credit, however they will be claiming insurance not like us small people, we just get robbed by them. Read more Written 5 March 2022
• tangimetuam 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Beautiful lunch with amazing views Was a beautiful day and cruise was very relaxing. Food was great and the service by the staff was exceptional. Read more Written 8 February 2022
• W3615VDrayc 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles Not acceptable Whilst the cruise was enjoyable and the lunch nice the desserts were terrible. All the cakes were as dry as a desert. They tasted like they were left overs from a week before. Read more Written 23 January 2022
• debgE3411WG 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A delightfully delicious afternoon. I love high teas and have been to several. The food today was exceptional. So much nicer than the finger sandwiches traditionally served and the cinnamon butter was a high tea highlight. Read more Written 21 January 2022
• AngelaS111 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Must do in Brisbane even for locals Fantastic way to see Brisbane - the service was above & beyond from moment checked in to the merry Christmas when we stepped off. Food was plentiful & fresh so much choice & if buffet not what you wanted other options to order & pay are available. Great selection of mocktails for those who aren’t drinking. Couldn’t recommend enough this is great for tourists & locals Read more Written 19 December 2021
• jewest61 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Thoroughly enjoyable cruise and highly recommend the experience We are from SA visiting our daughter in Brisbane. We had a wonderful time on the river cruise. Our daughter booked online. The website was easy to navigate. We took advantage of the discounted parking, which made the journey worry free. From the time we arrived to wait for boarding, our time on the boat and to disembarking, customer service and interactions with all the staff was excellent. They were happy & friendly and this definitely contributed to our experience. The entertainment was great, the boat was decorated beautifully with Christmas tree, decorations and fairy lights etc. The boat was spacious, which made it easy to move about. The facilities were clean. The food was delicious, lots of choice to cater to different tastes and there was plenty to eat. We had a window seat on the 2nd level, perfect spot to observe the scenery along the cruise route, including city views, bridges, parks etc, which also presented great photo opportunities, it was lovely. The roof top deck provided another option of enjoying the scenic views. The cruise was definitely one of the highlights of our visit. When we visit again, we would like to try the dinner cruise. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and thought it was a lovely way to spend an afternoon and enjoy the Brisbane sights on the water. We would highly recommend the experience. Read more Written 3 December 2021
• ronaldkW7514NQ 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Kookaburra Queen lunch cruise We had a lovely time. The food/buffet was very tasteful. There were a huge variety of food to choose from. Everything was very well organised. We enjoyed it a lot and will recommend any kookaburra cruise to anybody. It is the most relaxing way to enjoy a meal with a loved one. We felt save at all times too. While the music is playing you can enjoy the lunch as the moving Kookaburra made no noisy sound while going up and down the Brisbane river. We also felt safe at all times. Read more Written 28 November 2021
• L9167GEsuzannec 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great Day Out Superb. We all enjoyed it. The staff were very efficient but really friendly, the food was great and there was enough variety that all palates were satisfied. The music was good and not too loud. Read more Written 28 November 2021
• manuelaP9754TW 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles The lived expirience enjoyed to the fullest. On this occasion we were celebrating my fife Gloria's birthday, we had a wonderful time, what a competent staff, all very kind and very, very helpful and attentive, the trip was very pleasant and well organized, we have already traveled with you several times., and there is no doubt that we will do it again, I will gladly recommend it to my family and friends, I wish you many successes, a hug to all staff. Read more Written 28 November 2021
• Julie H 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A wonderful lunch with beautiful views. Went on the lunch cruise (table of 9) & had the best time. Food was great & lots of it. Entertainment enjoyable. Beautiful views of the river. Definitely would go again. Special mention to Curtis, Vladimir & Vonnie who went above & beyond with their wonderful service, a credit to the Kookaburra Queen. Read more Written 21 November 2021

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BRISBANE'S BEST RIVER CRUISE

Brisbane's Best party Venue

Brisvegas Cruises provides Brisbane’s best river cruise and party venue for many reasons. Where else can you go and have the view of the river changing every second. The whole boat is yours, you can have from 30 to 130 of your best friends and family all together with no other groups to interrupt your event. We specialise in birthdays, corporate events and Xmas parties, but our super friendly and experienced crew can make any party one to remember on The amazing Brisbane river.

All you need to do is call 1300 791180 and let us know what type of event you are planning and we can take all the worries away. We will offer the best boat hire fee we can and make suggestions from the thousands of parties we have hosted.

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21st Birthdays with a difference.

Let Brisvegas Cruises host your special 21st birthday celebration. Your booking with us is an “Exclusive Boat Charter” so you have the entire boat to yourself – no unwelcome gatecrashers. You can also choose your own times and location for guest pick up and departure. As it is your exclusive night, you are welcome to decorate the boat to suit your party theme. And remember … nothing to clean up afterwards.

When it comes to entertainment you are welcome to bring on board your own band or DJ or ask us about our special entertainment packages suitable for all occasions. The “Lady in Red” or the “James Cavill” have a capacity for 130 guests with a fantastic chill out area, best views in Brisbane, easy to access bar, full size toilets and smoking permitted on the rear deck.

We cater for all budgets you can select from our range of delicious menus or keep things very simple. Bar tabs or pay as you go, its up-to you but no BYO is allowed as we are fully licensed.

30th Birthdays With Brisvegas Cruises”

Let Brisvegas Cruises host your special 30th birthday celebration. Your booking with us is an “Exclusive Boat Charter” so you have the entire boat to yourself.

You can also choose your own times and location for guest pick up and departure. As it is your exclusive night, you are welcome to decorate the boat to suit your party theme.

And remember … nothing to clean up afterwards.

When it comes to entertainment you are welcome to bring on board your own band or DJ or ask us about our special entertainment packages suitable for all occasions. Both our boats have a capacity for 130 guests, a fully stocked bar, great sound and lighting system with smoking permitted on the rear deck.

We cater for all budgets, you can select from our range of delicious menus and drink packages. Or it ken be kept very simple and guest can pay for their drinks with cash or card. As we are a fully licensed venue no BYO is allowed.

Let Brisvegas Cruises take care of your Bucks or Hens party

Imagine cruising down the Brisbane river with your best friends for your bucks or hens party. We can offer a private cruise for 3 hours with 2 hot platters and a $1000 bar tab for $2750

This can be a very affordable way to have a special private river cruise.

You can choose our great package deal or we can customise one to suite your needs. Please call our friendly staff or make an enquiry through contact us.

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CITY LIGHTS DINNER CRUISE

• Duration: 90 Minutes (approx.)
• Location : South Brisbane, QLD
• Product code: CITYLIGHTS2023

Cancellations within 72 hours of cruise day will incur a 100% cancellation fee due to crew and catering requirements.

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UPCOMING Riverfire 2025!

Be part of brisbane’s most anticipated event.

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Riverfire 2025

• Saturday 30th of August
• boarding 5:45 pm

Get the best seat in the house to watch the 2025 Riverfire!

Be part of Brisbane’s most anticipated event – Riverfire!

Join us on this evening cruise on the stunning Brisbane river taking in the spectacular night views and lights that Brisbane offers up. View the fireworks from a great advantage point on MV Neptune.

Boarding the MV Neptune at 5:45pm for a 6.00pm departure and receive a complimentary welcome drink of your selection. Additional drinks are available for purchase at the bar on board.

During the evening you will be served a hot/cold buffet with dessert.

The river is spectacular at night. View the 8:30pm fireworks at Southbank from the Brisbane River. We will return for disembarking at 9.30pm.

Numbers are limited so get in quick! Lets get the party started!

Please note, this is an over 18yrs event and passengers may be subject to ID checks. Times are subject to Council confirming the time of the fireworks.

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perfectly located to see the Riverfire display

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3.5hrs Cruise

Drink on arrival

Selection of delicious hot and cold food

Fully Licenced bar

Reasonably priced drinks

Great Music

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Brisbane’s Best Tour

Hop on board the MV Neptune for a magnificent tour of Brisbane by water. This remains Brisbane’s best value tour. During the cruise you will be entertained by an informative commentary that provides insight into the history of Brisbane and the River today. Enjoy an ice cold beer or wine from bar as you marvel at the historical landmarks and the homes of the rich and famous. Perfect for both locals and visitors!

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Cultural centre public pontoon at southbank on the river in front of the cultural centre., [email protected].

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As the licensee, the Operator is bound by the QLD Liquor Act and must abide by the guidelines for the responsible service of alcohol. Please note that it is an offence for individuals to either carry liquor onto the vessel on arrival or from the vessel on disembarkation

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DEPOSITS & PAYMENT – Confirmation of a booking is not until a deposit has been paid. A deposit of $500 is payable upon booking, with the balance to be paid 3 weeks prior to travel. If a booking is made less than 21 days from cruise date, full payment is required on confirmation.

The MV Neptune

Crafted in 1966, the m v neptune is a classic timber cruiser that embodies a timeless charm..

With a capacity to accommodate up to 65 guests, this boutique-style vessel is a local gem, proudly owned and operated within the community. The Neptune boasts not only inviting indoor spaces but also expansive outdoor deck areas that provide ample room for relaxation and enjoyment.

Today the Neptune continues to gracefully navigate the waters of the Brisbane River

Its spacious fully sheltered upper deck, you'll discover an expansive space offering uninterrupted vistas of the breath-taking surroundings, presenting excellent vantage points for absorbing the scenery. on the upper level, inside, the galley provides comfortable seating for up to 30 guests. on the enclosed lower deck, you'll find excellent viewing spots and convenient accessibility. complete with necessary amenities such as restrooms and a licensed bar offering reasonably priced drinks, the boat ensures your comfort throughout the voyage..

• the MV Neptune, can host up to 80 guests .
• unobstructed views of the passing scenery
• The indoor area provides seating for 42 guests
• a comfortable and spacious experience.
• coffee shop serving light lunches and refreshments
• fully licensed bar  
• well-maintained bathroom facilities.

Experience the allure of the M V Neptune – where classic elegance meets modern comfort, and each journey becomes a cherished memory.

To keep our passangers and staff safe we follow strict COVID-19 Guidelines Currently we are operating under our COVID-SAFE PLAN. We have limited our capacity to 50 passengers to allow safe distancing as well as integrating the no dancing rule for all bars and vessels in QLD.

Island Princess is the ideal Vessel for your event. Designed with comfort and style we have a strict no plastic chair policy. Our upper deck allows you to sit back and relax on leather couches while enjoying the vibrant views of our beautiful city.

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Designed with safety, comfort and style in mind - the MV Island Princess is the perfect choice for your next Brisbane River or Moreton Bay cruise!

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We are the party specialists.

Three hour cruises from $3,500!

Birthdays, Corporate Events, Team Celebrations, Family Reunions, Hen’s & Buck’s Nights, Riverfire & NYE – we do them all!

Designed from the waterline up, the MV Island Princess is making waves in the Brisbane market. She was purposefully designed as a premium party and function vessel and features a state of the art CrowdDJ system, powered by a partnership between industry giants Spotify and Nightlife Music. Our fully licensed bar caters to all tastes and budgets – and if you’re after a cocktail or two, we’ve got you covered!

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Moscow Boat Tour

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See all the gems of historical and cultural center of the capital in short time and without traffic jams or tiresome walking.

Depending on the itinerary and duration of the Moscow River boat trip, the tour can be 3 or 5 hours.

Highlights of the tour

• St Basil’s Cathedral;
• Stalin skyscraper on Kotelnicheskaya (Tinkers) embankment;
• The Kremlin;
• “House on the Embankment” Stalin skyscraper;
• Monument to Peter I;
• The Central House of Artists;
• Christ the Savior Cathedral;
• Gorky Park;
• Moscow State University;
• Russian Academy of Sciences;
• Luzhniki stadium;
• Novodevichy Monastery;
• Kiev railway station;
• Europe Square;
• Moscow City Hall;
• Government House;
• Expocentre Exhibition Complex;
• and other famous sights.

You will learn about the different epochs of the city from the foundation in 1147 till Soviet times of 20 th  century.

Moscow River

Moskva river has the form of a snake and is the main waterway of Moscow, consisting of a cascade of reservoirs. Within the city, Moskva river is 80 km long, 120 m - 200 m wide and up to 14 m deep. The narrowest part of the river is the Kremlin area in the city center, and the most extensive is around the Luzhniki Stadium in the south. 

Bridges in Moscow

Undoubtedly, bridges and embankments are among the most scenic spots and main attractions of Moscow. Plus, they are so romantic.

• Bolshoy Kamenny Bridge –  Great Stone Bridge –  is the main bridge of Moscow . The first stone bridge was constructed here in the 17th century.
• Patriarshy Bridge  is one of the youngest pedestrian bridges, built in 2004. The bridge connects the iconic Christ the Saviour Cathedral with funky Bersenevskaya embankment, extremely popular place among locals for its trendy art galleries, cafes and panoramic views. Patriarshy Bridge used to be a shooting location for ex-Russian President Dmitry Medvedev's New Year speech to the nation.
• Borodinsky Bridge,  erected in honor of the 100th anniversary of the glorious victory in the Battle of Borodino (which every Russian kid knows about), a fierce legendary battle during the Russo-French war of 1812.
• Bagration Bridge  one of the  pedestrian bridges with most picturesque views of the Moskva River with its numerous upper-level observation platforms. The bridge was erected to celebrate the 850th anniversary of Moscow city in 1997.
• Krymsky Bridge  used to be in Top 5 Europe’s longest bridges some 100 years ago. The bridge got its name after the ancient Krymsky ford which Crimean Tartars used to invade Moscow in the 16 th  century.

Embankments of Moscow

Moscow river boats 37 embankments, the most popular being Kremlevskaya, Sofiyskaya, Pushkinskaya, Vorobyovskaya and Kolomenskaya.

You can get the most spectacular views of the Kremlin from  Kremlevskaya and Sofiyskaya embankments.

• Pushkinkaya embankment  is the most romantic in Moscow. It meanders along Gorky Park and Neskuchnyi garden and is rich for all kinds of entertainment as well as cozy nooks, including Olivkovy beach, the famous Zeleny theater as well as a pier for river cruisers.
• Vorobyevskaya embankment  is part of Sparrow Hills nature reserve. This place opens a beautiful panorama of the river and city from the observation deck and is considered to be the place for taking serious decisions in life.
• Embankment in Kolomenskoye  Museum-Reserve has a special charm due to its peculiar geographical relief. The boat trip around Kolomenskoye would be the most peaceful in your life.
• Taras Shevchenko embankment  is popular among photographers for its modern Moscow City skyscrapers. Highly recommended for your night boat trip.
• Embankments of Moscow are the pride of the capital. A distinctive feature of each of the promenades is its architecture and beautiful views. In addition, almost all the embankments of Moscow have a rich history and a lot of notable buildings.

Different epochs

Taking a walk along the Moskva River by boat, you will witness the architecture of Moscow from different eras and styles. Archaeological studies indicate that already in the XI century there stood a fortified settlement on Borovitsky hill, which is now called the Kremlin. Little fortress could not accommodate all the residents of the rapidly growing city, and the Grand Duke ordered the construction of a new Kremlin, larger than the former.

Boat trip around Kolomenskoe Park

Moscow river boat trip starts from the pier Klenovy (Maple) Boulevard and provides reat views of Nicholas Perervinsky monastery.

Nicholas Perervinsky monastery was founded at the time of the Battle of Kulikov (1380). The monastery, got its name from the surrounding area – “Pererva”, which can be translated like “tear off” and because of the location –  here it abruptly changed its course, turning to Kolomna, standing on the opposite bank.

Nowadays Kolomenskoye is State Art, Historical, Architectural and Natural Landscape Museum-Reserve, which doors are open to everyone who wants to get in touch with the ancient history of Russia.

Take a break from the big city hustle in the shady parks and gardens of the Kolomenskoe Museum-Reserve. Don’t miss a wonderful Church of the Ascension and Tsar Alexey’s Palace in Kolomenskoye!

Monasteries and temples

• Novospassky Monastery
• Founded in the 13th century on the site where now is located the Danilovsky monastery. After a few decades, in 1330, Ivan Kalita moved the monastery onto the Borovitskii hill of the Kremlin. However, in the 15th century, Spassky Monastery again moved, this time to a more spacious place on Krasnoholmskaya waterfront.
• Church of St. Nicholas in Zayaitskom
• Erected in the middle of the XVIII century in baroque style. The building survived after the 1812 fire, but the utensils were destoyed. Parishioners collected donations and restored the temple on their own. In Soviet times, it was closed and re-opened only in 1992.
• Cathedral of Christ the Savior
• The church was originally erected in honor of the victory over Napoleon and was being under construction for long 44 years. Notoriously demolished in 1937 to be a giant swimming pool under open sky. The current building was constructed in 1990s. It is the tallest and one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world.
• The temple was built in 1679-82, during the reign of Tsar Fedor Alekseevich, in late Muscovite Baroque style and can be characterized as bonfire temple. Each gable is a symbol of a heavenly fire.
• Novodevichy Convent
• The most famous concent and monastery in Moscow, presumably founded in 1524. Novodevichy’s status has always been high among other monasteries, it was in this monastery where the women of the royal blood, the wives of Tsars and local rulers of Moscow were kept in prison as nuns.
• St. Andrew’s church  (male acts as Compound Patriarch of Moscow)
• St. Andrew’s church stands right on the slopes of the Sparrow Hills, on the way down to the Moskva River, on the territory of the Nature Reserve “Sparrow Hills”. The monastery is small in size but is very cozy. It’s situated in a quiet courtyard surrounded by temples, fruit trees and flowers.

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By shuguley , February 15, 2014 in Regent Seven Seas Cruises

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Sure would appreciate someone who has taken "Best of Moscow by high speed train" from St. Petersburg could please share their impressions of this shore excursion. From the description this sounds like a very long day.

Wondering how the 4 hour train trip was in terms of accommodations, etc. Also what time did you leave the ship and what time at night did you return? Were both legs of the trip on the high speed rail (I read that slower trains also travel the same tracks)?

My wife and I are considering this excursion. We thought that if we are making all the effort to go to Russia then how could we pass up going to Moscow, walking in Red Square, seeing St. Basil, etc.

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If you are considering this on the 2015 June Baltic cruise on Voyager; my suggestion is don't. There is so much to do in St. Petersburg and although a train is one of my favorite ways to travel the time would be far better spent in St. P.

Thanks for the advice. Yes, this would be on the Voyager during the 2015 season but not yet sure exactly which cruise.

We did the Moscow excursion "on a different luxury line", but from your brief description it sounds very much like the same trip, so I will operate on that assumption. It is a VERY long day! We left the ship at 5:30 AM and returned at 12:30 AM. The highspeed train trip is comfortable, and while they call it "Business Class" it does not compare well to the equivalent class on say Rail Europe. When we did it in 2011, we did have highspeed both ways, and the trip back seemed much longer as the adrenaline and excitement had worn off!:D

Moscow itself is not that terribly different from any other big city in the world, but this Cold War kid never thought he would ever stand in Red Square, never mind walk the grounds of The Kremlin, or tour The Kremlin Palace, or see (but not visit) Lenin's Tomb, or visit The Armoury. But he did, and he loved every minute of it! Yes, it is a long day, and you barely scratch a scratch on the surface, but it is worth it. There is a tremendous amount to see in St. Petersburg, but every Baltic cruise goes to St. Petersburg, so you can go back if you choose to. Not every cruiseline offers you the chance to see Moscow.

I have not personally done this tour, but our last time in St Petersburg, the private guide that we hired for a day was leading the regent tour to Moscow on the high speed train the next day. He said it was way better than the previous alternative, which was flying to Moscow and back. He said that you actually got to Moscow faster because you didn't have to deal with airline checkin etc. it did seem like a very long day to me, and there is so much to see and do in st. Petersburg that I didn't consider doing it.

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We toured to Moscow from St. Petersburg via the hi-speed SAPSAN train last September, from a Baltic cruise on the Oceania Marina. You need to have a two-night, three day port call in St. Petersburg to take this tour because the tour typically leaves the ship around 5:00 - 5:30 AM and doesn't return until after midnight the next day. We didn't take the ship's tour; we made private arrangements with TravelAllRussia for three days of touring, the first and third days in St. Petersburg and the second day the tour to Moscow by train. Our cost for the private tour for three days was about the same as what the ship charged for the excursion to Moscow alone. There are a number of private tour agencies that operate in St. Petersburg and offer the Moscow train tours; we would strongly recommend them over the ship's tours.

All three days had private guides with car and driver. The second day, the driver picked us up at the ship and took us to the train, but we were alone on the train, and met in Moscow by the guide on the station platform. After our tour and dinner, we were brought back to the train and after the return train trip met by the driver and taken back to the ship. Because you are alone on the train you must have your own Russian visas.

If this is your first visit to St. Petersburg, I would agree there is much more to see there. We found Moscow somewhat a disappointment, particularly Red Square. The Kremlin and the cathedral in Red Square were also worth seeing. But the best thing we saw was the Moscow subway! I worked for the Washington Metro system back in the 1980s as it grew from 40 to 80 miles and although I was in the computer area, I learned a lot about the challenges of running a subway system. We used the Moscow system to get across the city from where we had dinner to the train station, and I was amazed at the cleanliness', speed of operation, the short headways maintained, and the courtesy of everyone involved. A very impressive experience!

We had been to St. Petersburg before, and so had the time to take a day and go to Moscow. Also, I really like trains, and the SAPSAN is a German train set running on Russian rails. Seats are like first class domestic air, spacious but not too plush or comfortable, but with enough room. Not too much recline, and almost 8 hours on the train in two shots is a lot for an old man. They come through and sell drinks, candy, etc. but the sellers don't speak English and no one around us helped, so we had just poor coffee once coming, and brought stuff with us for the trip back. Not too much to see from the train either, particularly on the return when it is night the whole way.

If you decide to go, take a private tour and avoid the overly expensive ship's tour. I'm glad we did it, but wouldn't bother to repeat the tour; we've seen Moscow.

Thanks so much to all of you for the thorough and thought insight. Yhe information you have provided is most helpful.

countflorida: Your detailed post is very helpful. We are not quite ready for a Baltic cruise but should do so within a year. Time enough to do our pre travel research, bookings and visa gathering.:) Thank you!

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Sure would appreciate someone who has taken "Best of Moscow by high speed train" from St. Petersburg could please share their impressions of this shore excursion. From the description this sounds like a very long day.   Wondering how the 4 hour train trip was in terms of accommodations, etc. Also what time did you leave the ship and what time at night did you return? Were both legs of the trip on the high speed rail (I read that slower trains also travel the same tracks)?   My wife and I are considering this excursion. We thought that if we are making all the effort to go to Russia then how could we pass up going to Moscow, walking in Red Square, seeing St. Basil, etc.

I did this on Seabourn. IMO DONT. Take Aeroflop (er Aeroflot). The train has non folding seats where you are literally knee to knee with your fellow passenger (facing each other). Further they don't believe in air conditioning. It's also the worlds slowed bullet train. I think I would have found more enjoyment wandering around the St. Petersburg and Moscow airports.

Countflorida,

This is a little off topic,, however we had planned a river cruise in Russia but decided we would rather stay on land and have booked about two weeks with Travel-All-Russia using the private guide and driver. I'm curious as to how you found them as a tour company.

The guides they provided were fine. We had a different guide each of the days in St. Petersburg, but both were flexible, pleasant, knowledgeable and spoke English very well, as did the guide in Moscow, incidentally. She was a bit aloof, distant, not too friendly, but otherwise fine. In fact, she was the one who suggested taking the Metro, which unexpectedly became one of the highlights of the Moscow excursion. If I have a complaint with AllTravelRussia, it is with their plan and its execution (more later).

I had requested emphasis on World War II (in Russia, the Great Patriotic War) sites and info. In scheduling us, they weren't careful about dates and a couple of the sites we wanted to see were scheduled on the third day, after we'd been to Moscow. But both sites were closed that day of the week, and that info was readily available, right on web sites describing them. Also, the included meals (lunches in St. Pete, dinner in Moscow) were not what we asked for: light meals with some choices, so we could avoid things we didn't like and choose things we did like. My request was ignored; we were given full Russian meals with a fixed menu, no choice. On the first day, a fish dish was the entre, but I am allergic to fish. Fortunately, I had the e-mail I'd sent with me and showed it to the guide, and she was able to change my entre to chicken, which was very good actually. But we didn't want a 3-4 course lunches or dinner (in Moscow). We had the guide drop the lunch the third day, although we never got any credit or refund. But, particularly in contrast to the ship's tours, the prices were so reasonable we didn't worry too much about it.

The people who were on the ship's tour to Moscow saw us boarding the same train for which they were forced to queue up and wait on the way back, and asked us what we had done. I was candid and open so they were not happy when I explained what we had arranged and particularly what it had cost. Also, when we returned to the ship, we found they had laid on a late supper for those who had gone to Moscow, so up we went and had something. Well, it turns out the late supper was supposed to be just for those on the ship's tour, but we and others on 'independent' tours, there were a dozen or more of us, crashed the party, actually got there first, and they didn't realize it until the larger group arrived and there weren't enough tables/places set. By that time, the 'independents' had all gotten served and were eating; what could they do?

A couple from the larger group sat down with us and asked us about our tour, and they were the ones I told about our arrangement and its cost. They turned to others who’d been with them and announced the details, loudly enough so the whole room heard, which started a lot of bitching and complaining. I gathered they weren't very happy with the ship's tour to begin with, and this was the straw that broke the camel's back. We finished up and beat it out of there, but overheard later that one of the excursion staff came to check on something and ran into a real mess. I caught a cold on the trip, which forced me to bed the second day following in Tallinn, so by the time we reappeared we heard about the contretemps' but apparently no one recalled who started it, thankfully.

Because of what happened to us, I would probably not use AllTravelRussia if I were to go again, or if I did, I would be sure to get confirmation of every detail of the tour. They do have good reviews generally, and we were certainly helped by their visa department and liked the guides and drivers. Their weakness, I say now with full 20:20 hindsight, is that once the sales person who plans the tour, sells it to you and collects your money, he (or she) transfers the plan to their Russia office for implementation; there is no follow-up to make sure it gets done right. And that is where our problems arose; we paid for a custom tour but got a standard package with a few destinations switched, and no one checked them out, even to see when they were open the day we were scheduled to go. If you check every detail that’s important to you, it should be OK, but that’s a hell of a way to have to do business, in my opinion.

Thank you for the 20/20 hindsight observation on your Russian tour operator, and better priced than the ship's excursion cost.

Thanks very much for the feedback.

We had the same experience as you so far as price. We originally booked a Viking Cruise but, hearing some things about the river cruises that made us unhappy, looked into other options. T-A-R cost the same or less than a cruise and had us in hotels for 11 days. We opted for the private tour. They have three tour levels, based on hotels. We originally opted for the four star as it did not cost much more than the three star hotels. Finally we decided to throw it all in and upgraded to five star. In Moscow we will be at the newly opened Kempinsky which is two blocks from Red Square. In St. Petersburg it is the Grand Hotel Europe, one of the most vaunted luxury hotels in Russia. Location is important for us as the tours use up only part of the day so being in the center of everything for our independent touring is important. As with many other cities, the less you pay, the farther out of the center of town you are.

We have been working with our salesman in D.C. and he seems to get back to us with the changes we want. He recently returned from Russia so is up on everything. When I asked they said they paid the full TA commission if I wanted so I got my usual TA on board so he is watching our back and giving us that extra level of comfort. He also set up our air, which I know pays him little or nothing, and got us business class for much less than T-A-R wanted for economy, though it took working for a while with a consolidator. He's happy to get his 10 percent on this trip without having booked it. He also took care of the trip insurance. We've been doing a lot of research on the CC sister site Trip Advisor and will write a report there. We will, I guess, become a source of info for CC members after having spent 5 days in Moscow and 6 in SP.

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Anybody considering a day trip to Moscow from St. Petersburg on the Sapsan may want to look at our travelogue filled with pictures.

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1927687

Very informative. Thanks dor sharing. Jeff

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Brisbane River Dinner Cruise

Experience the city lights, under the stars, from the iconic Kookaburra Queen paddle wheelers.

Departing  from Brisbane City, once onboard, you will be taken to your allocated table and will be surrounded by the most stunning sights of Brisbane. Stroll the outdoor deck on our Kookaburra River Cruises, enjoy a drink on the rooftop and experience Brisbane's best Dinner Cruise.

Sailing  every week of the year all our cruises showcase the best of Brisbane, sailing both up and downstream from our city departure point.

Sights  include the beautiful Botanic Gardens, Kangaroo Point Cliffs, the Maritime Museum, Brisbane's Southbank precinct including the Brisbane Wheel, the iconic Story Bridge, the city's finest modern and heritage architecture, homes of the rich and famous and many more f Brisbane's spectacular attractions.

Cruise your way  with or without drinks included. Choose a River Cruise + Dinner with no drinks OR an Ultimate Cruise + Dinner which includes all your beverages. 

So  join us  onboard the Kookaburra River Queens for the most memorable Brisbane Dinner Cruise with onboard entertainment, this will be an evening in Brisbane you will cherish forever.

• Brisbane River cruise
• Seasonal buffet with seafood   https://kookaburrariverqueens.com/menus
• Ultimate Drinks Package includes: classic cocktails, spirits, beers, Australian wines & non-alcoholic beverages for the duration of your cruise
• Live entertainment 
• The most sensational views of Brisbane                                                                         

NEED TO KNOW: Unfortunately, it is not possible for your table to have some guests with the Ultimate drinks package and some guests without. We do understand that there may be circumstances where one person in your group cannot drink (i.e. pregnant, or does not drink etc.). If this is the case, all guests can choose the cruise only option and purchase drinks throughout the cruise from our bar.  

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