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Sydney Harbour Cruises & Experiences

Discover the world’s most beautiful Harbour in a unique and refreshingly local way. We create more than great dinner cruises, long lunch gatherings, day trips and exclusive private charters.

What's On Sydney Harbour

Discover What's On Sydney Harbour from Australia Day to New Year’s Eve, from high tea to whale watching.

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    Sydney Harbour Specials

    Everyday is Magic on Sydney Harbour

    Save up to $24 on your next premium Dining or Sightseeing experience on Sydney Harbour with these super specials

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    From $32.00 per person

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    Sydney New Years Eve 2023

    Sunday, 31 December 2023

    Sydney leads the world on New Year’s Eve, not only because our time zone makes us the first major fireworks and laser display, but because it’s one of the world's best. And the best vantage point is from a Sydney NYE cruise.

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    From $950 per person

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    Christmas Parties aboard Sydney 2000

    17 November - 24 December 2023

    Celebrate your End-Of-Year Christmas Party aboard flagship Sydney 2000. Book a table in the restaurant, a private dining room or an entire deck and cruise in style!

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    From $99 per person

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    Christmas Day Lunch 2023

    Monday, 25 December 2023

    You'll love Christmas Day Lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour. We take the hard work out of preparing the Christmas Day feast and replace it with relaxation, fun, spectacular scenery, great food and wine, and brilliant memories.

    $229.00 Per adult

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    Boxing Day Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race 2023

    Tuesday, 26 December 2023

    Boxing Day is the day millions of eyes turn to Sydney Harbour for the start of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race - one of the world’s greatest ocean races. See all the action as the fleet jockeys for starting position on our Boxing Day cruises.

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    From $99.00 per person

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    Australia Day 2024

    Friday, 26 January 2024

    Sydney Harbour takes centre-stage on Australia Day for the Ferrython, Australia Day Live, Australia Day Parade, Tall Ships Race, Australia Day Regatta, Tug and Boat Ballet, flyovers, fireworks and more! Discover our range of Australia Day cruises.

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    From $129 per person

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We design breath-taking experiences that complement the natural beauty of our Harbour city in a way that identifies with our vibrant outdoor lifestyle.

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    How to make your Christmas Office Party one to remember

    We've got your Christmas all wrapped up at Captain Cook Cruises! Book a Table, a Private Dining Room, a Deck or your own Boat and take your Christmas Office Party to the next level!

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    10 reasons Sydney Harbour is the most beautiful in the world

    Adored the world over, ‘on the list’ for international travellers, loved by the locals and gasp worthy for all who visit. Here are 10 reasons why Sydney Harbour can stake its claim as the best harbour in the world.

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    Celebrate your special occasion on Sydney Harbour

    Wondering what to do for your next birthday? Planning your next anniversary? Looking for a venue to bring the family together to celebrate being family?

    A Sydney Harbour Cruise is the answer!

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    Which cruise ship is in Sydney Harbour today?

    Sydney Harbour is a busy working harbour for all its natural beauty, iconic man-made attractions, pretty harbour beaches and harbour-hugging mansions with exclusive addresses.

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    Cruise and Dine Sydney Harbour with Penfolds

    There is no finer dining experience on Sydney Harbour. This signature experience offers guests a six-course degustation paired with wines from Penfold’s private bin and vintage wines, served onboard the air-conditioned super-cruiser Sydney 2000.

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    Connect with Aboriginal history and culture on Sydney Harbour

    Before the British settlement in 1788, the area now known as Sydney Harbour was inhabited by people of the Eora Nation, upon whose Country the penal settlement was built.

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    Marine Life in Sydney Harbour

    You will be surprised how much marine life exists in Sydney Harbour, on the doorstep of Australia’s most populous city. This natural Harbour has as much diverse topography and marine life under the water as the landscapes and foreshore above.

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    9 secret spots to look out for on a Sydney Harbour Cruise

    Sydney Harbour is known as the jewel in Sydney’s crown. Its stunning natural vistas and iconic man-made attractions are visible for all to see from vantage points from the north and south sides of the foreshore (and beyond).

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    Local life on Sydney Harbour, Sydney’s aquatic playground

    Imagine waking up on a warm Sydney morning and having a swim in the sparkling waters of Sydney Harbour before you start your day. Or taking a walk along a coastal track with views of the most beautiful Harbour in the world.

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    Houses of the rich and famous on Sydney Harbour

    Why wouldn’t you want to live on Sydney Harbour if you could? Unfortunately, the views are exclusively multi-million dollar only attainable to the rich and famous.

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