RIVER & CANAL CRUISES
Reviewed, compared and ranked by the people aboard.
The 6 most popular morning cruises, compared side by side. What you see from the water, how long you are aboard, what it costs and which operator to book, so you can pick your boat in a couple of minutes.
Brisbane River cruise with live narration and morning tea. See Story Bridge, South Bank and Kangaroo Point in 90 minutes from $37.49.
Most Popular“Very knowledgeable captain & crew would definitely recommend this cruise 🦁 great banter too, Go Lions . Karl & Tim”
Sail the Tagus on a luxury yacht and see Lisbon’s big monuments and hillside neighborhoods from the water for about $25.
“We had 6 people, so basically a private river tour. Ricardo and Manuel were excellent guides, spoke perfect English, and very knowledgeable about the history of the sites we visited and of Lisbon in general. There was beer and wine available, all very reasonable. Great afternoon!”
Morning small-group Amsterdam canal cruise on Captain Dave’s 1928 boat. 90 minutes with warm drinks, stories, and calm canal views for $52.
“Cozy, small group experience. Took many wonderful pictures. The captain gave us a very authentic introduction to Amsterdam.”
A 90-minute Brisbane River sightseeing cruise with morning tea, live commentary, and prime views of the Story Bridge and Kangaroo Point.
“A must do whilst in Brisbane. Thoroughly recommended.”
Half-day Port Douglas tour with a Daintree River wildlife cruise, Mossman Gorge boardwalk, pickup, and Lamington morning tea. Croc spotting.
“The reef was so beautiful first time experience it the crew all amazing friendly lunch was great the water was so beautiful”
A 90-minute Surfers Paradise canal cruise with morning tea, funny live commentary, and a real shot at seeing dolphins on the Gold Coast waterways.
“Hosts were so kind, tour was fabulous! Nice relaxing morning activity!”
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