2009 Melbourne New Year's Eve Party Cruise

Countdown 2009 on Melbourne's Yarra River. This is your ticket to the center stage of Melbourne's New Year's Eve celebrations with fabulous food, drinks and non-stop entertainment on board a decorated cruiser. Enjoy spectacular views of the fireworks at midnight - get closer than anyone else. Seats are limited so BOOK NOW!

Make this coming New Year's Eve one to remember.  With the vibrant city of Melbourne as your backdrop, cruise the Yarra River while feasting on a delicious and extensive stand up buffet.  Drinks are included for the duration of the cruise and you will be able to dance your way into 2010 to the sounds of your DJ.  At midnight, enjoy a prime position to watch Melbourne's New Year's Eve firework spectacular. 

New Year's Eve Party Cruise - Gold Package:

• Savories upon boarding
• Extensive Gourmet Stand Up Fork Buffet, including an assortment of white and red meats and seafood platters
• Premium Red and White Wines, Heavy and Light Beer, Sparkling Wine, Soft Drinks and Orange Juice
• Selection of basic spirits
• 4.5 hour cruise along the Yarra River (8:30pm - 1:00am)
• Superior views of New Year fireworks at midnight
• Enjoy the decorated cruiser and dance on water to the sounds of your DJ
• Convenient central Melbourne departure and return from Southgate

 New Year's Eve Party Cruise - Silver Package:

• Savories upon boarding
• Extensive Gourmet Stand Up Fork Buffet, including an assortment of white and red meats
• Australian Red and White Wines, Heavy and Light Beer, Sparkling Wine, Soft Drinks and Orange Juice
• Selection of basic spirits
• 4.5 hour cruise along the Yarra River (8:30pm - 1:00am)
• Superior views of New Year fireworks at midnight (we'll get you as close as we can!)
• Enjoy the decorated cruiser and dance on water to the sounds of your DJ
• Convenient central Melbourne departure and return from Federation Wharf
  

Schedule details

Departure Point:

• The "Gold Package" cruise departs from Southgate. You must meet the cruise Southbank Promenade. Go to Southgate Arts and Leisure precinct landing Berth 5 the blue Melbourne River Cruises ticket booth.
• The "Silver Package" cruise departs from Federation Wharf located below Federation Square.

Departure Time:

Board at 8:10pm for an 8:30pm departure

Return Details:

Returns to original departure point at approximately1am

Pricing information

Click the link below for a price quote on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Tour options:

Additional information

Inclusions:

• 2009 New Year's Eve Party Cruise on the Yarra River
• Savories upon boarding
• Gourmet Stand Up Fork Buffet i
• Red and White Wines, Beer, Champagne, soft drinks and orange juice
• Superior views of fireworks at midnight
• Dance on water to the sounds of your DJ

Exclusions:

• Hotel pick up and drop off
• Sit down table service dinner

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 21 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• Dress Code: Dress to Impress!
• Wheelchair: The vessel is not wheelchair accessible, however passengers in a wheelchair can be accommodated only if they can get on and off the vessel on their own and if the wheelchair is collapsible. The staff are not permitted to assist handicapped persons due to insurance restrictions.
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers

Itinerary:

Selection of Savories upon boarding

Decorated Cold Platters

• Seafood platter (Gold Package only)
• Selection of specialty smoked meats with melon
• Chicken fillets served with French mayonnaise
• Roasted porterhouse served with a seeded mustard sauce
• Decorated ham on the bone
• Mediterranean antipasto platter
• Whole baked decorated fish served with dill mayonnaise
• Japanese sushi platter with wasabi mustard

Salads

• Seasonal selection of freshly made salads

Bread

• A basket of freshly baked crusty bread

Dessert

• A selection of home made cakes

Freshly brewed Coffee and Tea

Extracts from sample menu subject to change without notice and depending on tour chosen.

Local Operator Information:

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