Monday 26 January 2026
Take centre-stage on an Australia Day Lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour for front row seats to the Ferrython, Tall Ships Race, Harbour Parade, RAAF Flypast and more! Select your Australia Day Lunch experience from our range of premium packages over three decks. All decks include a choice of menus and bar packages and stunning views of all the daytime action on Australia Day.
** MINIMUM 2 passengers per booking **
From $149.00 per adult
Normally $165.00. Save $16.00.
We’re celebrating 55 incredible years on Sydney Harbour, and you could WIN BIG just by cruising with us in 2025!
*Specials available on selected dates only and subject to limited availability. T&C's apply.
Date
Mon, 26 Jan 2026
Australia Day Harbourfest Celebration
Choose your deck
Sydney 2000 is the flagship of the Captain Cook Cruises fleet. The super-cruiser features three dining decks and a spacious open-air Star deck on the top of the vessel. The large windows throughout the vessel offer fabulous viewing from every deck and table.
All options feature
Optional Extras & Cruise Format
Sky Deck Australian Spectacular
- Aussie Lamington on arrival plus a 4-course premium a la carte menu
- Cellarman’s selection of Premium beverages and House spirits
- Reserved table seating on our most elevated level - Sky Deck
$239.00
Club Deck Australian Classic
- Aussie Lamington on arrival plus a 3-course premium a la carte menu
- Cellarman’s selection of Premium beverages
- Reserved table seating on our second highest dining level - Club Deck
$199.00 - $185.00
Ocean Deck Australian Chilled
- Aussie Lamington on arrival plus a 3-course premium a la carte menu
- Cellarman’s selection of Premium beverages
- Table seating on our water level – Ocean Deck
- Fully accessible same level wheelchair bathrooms – stair access to outdoor deck
$165.00 - $149.00
Sample Australia Day Program
Sydney Harbour Harbourfest 2025
11:45am - 12:05pm Midday Salute
12:00pm - 12:10pm Royal Australian Air Force Roulettes
12:10pm - 12:30pm Ferrython
12:15pm - 12:25pm Maritime Mayhem
12:30pm - 1:30pm Navy Helicopter flag display
12:45pm - 2:00pm Harbour Parade
1:00pm - 1:30pm Tall Ships Race
From 1:30pm 189th Australia Day Regatta
2026 program to be released and subject to change
Australia Day Lunch Menu
- 2026 menu to be confirmed - see below sample menus as a guide
Sky Deck | Club Deck | Ocean Deck
Special Menus and Dietary Requests: Most à la carte menus in our public restaurant contain vegetarian and gluten free options. Requests made for specialty diets, substitutions and modifications of menus for our public cruises will be politely declined.
View our menus for full details.
Australia Day 26 January 2026
| Sky Deck | Adult Retail Child 4-15 Retail Window surcharge pp | $239 $199 $39 |
| Club Deck | Adult Retail Adult Online Special from Child 4-15 Retail Window surcharge pp | $199 $185 $125 $39 |
| Ocean Deck | Adult Retail Adult Online Special from Child 4-15 Retail Window surcharge pp | $165 $149 $105 $39 |
Please note there is a minimum of 2 people per table.
Guaranteed Window Seating
Expansive windows throughout our vessels offer superb viewing no matter where you are seated. For those who wish to guarantee window seating, surcharges apply. Please note surcharges apply to all guests on the same table/booking and minimum numbers apply to window seats.
All prices are per person. Specials subject to change.
Australia Day 26 January 2026
| Boarding 10:30am Depart 11:00am Disembark 2:30pm |
Please recheck this webpage the day before departure for any changes
Available 48 hours prior to departure
Private Room
Book a private room with your own private cocktail deck. Private rooms are suitable for 2 to 60 guests. Private decks are available for larger groups. Contact our Events Team
Save on City Parking
Captain Cook Cruises' guests receive special rates at selected parking stations when you pre-book your car park online with Wilson Parking.
Remember to check with local authorities for special event road closures.
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- Frequently Asked Questions
- Dress Code: Smart Casual
- Children under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult
- Wheelchair access - The entrance level deck on Sydney 2000 (Ocean Deck), Captain Cook 3 (Main Deck) and The Jackson (Main Deck) are wheelchair accessible with wheelchair accessible bathroom. Starship Sydney and Starship Aqua are not suitable for wheelchairs. Please check the Accessibility page for further details and wharf access.
- Responsible Service of Alcohol Policy
- Our Fleet
- Terms & Conditions
- Credit card fraud - At check-in you will be required to present the credit card used to purchase your cruise online
Map & Directions
Wharf Check-in Offices
- Darling Harbour King Street Wharf 1 - Click here for Google Maps directions
Please ensure you check which of these locations your cruise departs from, this information can be found on your booking documentation.
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Australia Day Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour
Celebrate Australia Day in style aboard our MV Sydney 2000. Select your Dinner experience on Australia Day from our range of premium packages over three decks. All decks include a choice of menus and bar packages.
From $159.00 per adult
Normally $175.00. Save $16.00.
