3.5Hr Brisbane River Cruise & Lunch Tour

From $89

Start Time 10:30

Duration 3hr 45min

  • 3.5hr (approx) Brisbane River cruise & lunch
  • Views of the Story Bridge, Customs House, Powerhouse Museum etc.
  • Lunch at the iconic Breakfast Creek Hotel
  • Captain’s informative commentary
  • Complimentary Devonshire tea, scones, coffee
  • Free souvenir map with discount vouchers
  • Bar on board with snacks and drinks for purchase

About This Experience

Perfect for those short on time and looking for a quick getaway – this cruise & lunch combo takes you on an epic journey along the iconic Brisbane River. This scenic voyage is followed by a delicious lunch at Breakfast Creek Hotel, which is only a short walk from Newstead Jetty.

Relax on the MV Neptune as it navigates along Brisbane River, taking you past the city’s major landmarks including Story Bridge, Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Powerhouse Museum, and other more. See the original Customs House, sitting proudly amongst the many high rises of Brisbane.

MV Neptune, with its timber-built architecture, an open upper deck, and an enclosed lower deck is perfect for sightseeing and relaxation. You can also check out the licensed bar on board to purchase snacks and drinks!

Discover the new developments lined along the riverfront and the transformation of historic architectures into modern day apartments and complexes. Click stunning photos of the million-dollar mansions! Your sightseeing tour will be complemented with an informative commentary to give you a much deeper insight into Brisbane and its many attractions. 

Get an exclusive chance to participate in the traditional ‘Spiking of the Keg’ and treat yourself to a sampling session of the popular ‘Beer of the wood’!

After cruising Brisbane River for about an hour, you will disembark at Newstead Jetty for an idyllic walk to Breakfast Creek Hotel. Enjoy your lunch here, surrounded by the rich heritage of the hotel which was built back in 1889. Board the MV Neptune one last time and cruise to South Bank.

Book this 5-star rated experience today!

Cruise Details

Location Cultural Centre Pontoon, South Bank Parklands

Departure Boards Departs Returns Duration
1 10:15 10:30 14:00 3hr 45min
 

  • 3.5hr (approx) Brisbane River cruise & lunch
  • Views of the Story Bridge, Customs House, Powerhouse Museum etc.
  • Lunch at the iconic Breakfast Creek Hotel
  • Captain’s informative commentary
  • Complimentary Devonshire tea, scones, coffee
  • Free souvenir map with discount vouchers
  • Bar on board with snacks and drinks for purchase

  • Cruise on the ‘MV Neptune’ for an authentic Brisbane river sightseeing experience
  • Delicious lunch at the Breakfast Creek Hotel - popular hotspot for locals and tourists
  • Guests invited to participate in ‘Spiking of the Keg’ and to sample ‘Beer off the wood’

  • Adult Price

    from $89

  • Child 5 - 14 years

    from $55

Kindly note that the cruise involves a short walk from the pontoon to Breakfast Creek Hotel

This experience is not wheelchair-accessible; guests should be able to board and navigate the vessel independently

The tour may be subject to cancellation in the event of poor weather or unforeseen circumstances

Confirmation of Booking 
A booking is confirmed when payment has been made in full, by confirming the booking the person making the Booking acknowledges these Terms and Conditions. 

Cancellations & Reschedule
No cancellations & rescheduling within 24 hours of travel. Forfeiture of full payment will apply. 
No Shows: refunds, reschedules, vouchers or credits are not permitted. Missed cruises or late arrivals are automatically considered no shows and are subject to above terms and conditions. 

Unexpected, unforeseeable events & Bad Weather
River City Cruises reserves the right to cancel or reschedule bookings as a result of unexpected, unforeseeable events and bad weather that prevents the purchased service from being delivered. 

Responsible Service of Alcohol  
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. 

All persons under the age of 25, as per liquor license requirements, will be asked to show photo ID.

The number of passengers aged under 18 years of age are to be disclosed to River City Cruises, by the person making the Booking, at the time of booking. The person making the Booking agrees that no passengers will supply persons under 18 with alcohol. If this occurs the cruise will cease immediately, and the person making the Booking automatically forfeits all monies. 

Prices & Payment  
When you make a Booking, you agree to pay the cost of the cruise, including any charges and taxes that may apply.
The Operator only accepts card payments when making a Booking and when purchasing Products aboard the vessel. 

Cruise Course  
The course to be undertaken during the Cruise is pre-disclosed, however, the Master always has the sole discretion to take whatever action is necessary to protect and maintain the safety, welfare and good order of the vessel, its passengers, and crew. 

Boarding & Disembarkation 
Guests are given a 15 Minute window in which to board and disembark the vessel.

Responsibility of Person making the booking  
The main Attendee is at all times responsible for the conduct of the Attendee’s group.  The Attendee shall indemnify the Operator in respect of any loss or damage to the vessel or its equipment or fittings howsoever caused by a member of the Attendee’s group. Fair wear and tear excepted.

Conduct 
Passengers arriving intoxicated will not be allowed to board and a refund will not be issued. Passengers are expected to follow crews’ directions and vessel signage regarding passenger and boat safety. There is a strict no drugs and no smoking policy. If passengers become aggressive or overly intoxicated, this could lead to the boat returning to its berth and passengers asked to disembark. If this happens, there will be no refund.

Accessibility
Passengers must be able to navigate the vessel independently, without the help of assisting devices such as walkers and wheelchairs, due to the restricted space on the boat, gangway, and ladder-style stairs. 

Personal Belongings
There is limited space for stowage of walkers and prams and is only available if passengers are expected to continue their journey from a location other than where the cruise started. River City Cruises is not liable for any personal belongings onboard or on the pontoon.

Please refer to our full passengers terms and conditions on the following link;

https://www.australiancruisegroup.com.au/national-terms-of-services

From $89

Start Time 10:30

Duration 3hr 45min

  • 3.5hr (approx) Brisbane River cruise & lunch
  • Views of the Story Bridge, Customs House, Powerhouse Museum etc.
  • Lunch at the iconic Breakfast Creek Hotel
  • Captain’s informative commentary
  • Complimentary Devonshire tea, scones, coffee
  • Free souvenir map with discount vouchers
  • Bar on board with snacks and drinks for purchase

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