Christmas Starlight Dinner

The best work Christmas Party Dinner Cruise without having to charter your own vessel!

🎄Christmas Party Month aboard Sydney 2000- Fridays - Saturday & select Thursdays
12 November – 24 December 2025

Step aboard Sydney’s flagship vessel, Sydney 2000, for a magical Christmas celebration like no other. Throughout Christmas Party Month, the vessel is transformed into a floating festive wonderland, with twinkling decorations on every deck and live entertainment bringing the Christmas cheer to life.

What’s Included:

  • A four-course Christmas dinner in our elegant onboard restaurant

  • Panoramic views of Sydney Harbour’s glittering skyline

  • Festive décor and entertainment across all decks

Perfect for team gatherings, client celebrations, or end-of-year parties that leave a lasting impression.

Key Dates

Select Thursdays: 20 Nov, 4 & 11 Dec 2025
Every Friday & Saturday: 12 Nov – 24 Dec 2025

Spaces fill fast — book now to secure your preferred date! Online Group bookings with only 30% deposit.

Inclusions & Features

  • 4-course à la carte menu with traditional Christmas Pudding
  • Up to 3-hours leisurely cruising on Sydney Harbour
  • Live entertainment and Christmas cheer!
  • Save 10% on groups of 10 or more*
  • Selected Thu $135pp | Groups of 10+ guests $116.10pp*
  • Fri & Sat $155pp | Groups of 10+ guests-$121.50pp*
  • 3-Hour 7:00pm-10:00pm Darling Harbour
  • Optional early drop off available 9:30pm at Circular Quay
  • Note - group discounts does not apply to Private Dining Rooms or Beverage Packages

Optional Extras

  • 3-Hour Beverage Package 7pm-10pm $45 pp - minimum 10 guests
  • Guaranteed window seating $19 pp

Sample Menus - subject to change

Starlight Dinner Menu Christmas (PDF)

Child Menu (PDF)

Beverage List

Celebration Desserts & Cakes (PDF)

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.

Sample House Beverage Package

Young Henry’s Lager (NSW)
James Boag’s Premium Light (TAS)
Young Henry's Pale Ale (NSW)
Non-Alcoholic beer also available
Tyrrell’s Moore’s Creek – Semillon Sauvignon Blanc (NSW)
Tyrrell’s Moore’s Creek – Shiraz (NSW)
Tyrrell’s Moore’s Creek – Sparkling Brut (NSW)
Assorted Soft Drinks & Fruit Juices

    Prices

    Christmas Party Month Aboard Sydney 2000

    12 Nov to 24 Dec 2025

    Selected Thu

    Fri & Sat
    Adult Retail
    Adult Online Specials from
    Special Groups 10 or more from

    *Group Discount not applied to Beverage Package or Private Dining Rooms

    $155
    $135
    $121.50
    $155
    n/a
    $139.50

    Selected Thursdays also available - check dates and prices on the booking box

    Optional Extras

    • Guaranteed Window Seating
    • Beverage Packages (minimum 10 guests)

    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.

    Guaranteed Window Seating$19 per person

    Beverage Packages

    • House Beer, wine and soft drinks
    • Minimum 10 guests
    From King St Wharf3hr Package$45 adult, $29 child (4-15yrs)

    Children

    All children 4-15 years automatically receive the Child Menu at discounted Child Fares

    Child 4-15 (Child Menu)$59

    Please note the following variations

    • Infants 0-3yrs may travel free of charge with no food/beverage provided OR purchase a Child Fare and receive the Child Menu. In the comments section please advise number of infants travelling
    • Children under 16 years can receive the Adult Menu by booking an Adult Fare
    • Discounted Child Fare is only valid with a minimum of one (1) Adult per four (4) Children

    All prices are per person. Specials subject to change.

      The vessel picks up from Darling Harbour, then Circular Quay before making a circuit of the Harbour. View the full timetable.

      Darling Harbour King St Wharf 1 Depart 7:00pm
      Disembark 10:00pm
      Early disembarkation available at Circular Quay 9:30pm

      Please recheck this webpage closer to departure and any email updates for the latest information.

        How to Book Your Christmas Party Cruise

        Whether it’s a small group or a full office party, we make it easy to book your festive celebration onboard Sydney 2000.

        Groups of 1–9 Guests

        • Book and pay in full instantly online – quick and easy!

        • Prefer to speak to someone? Call our friendly Reservations Team 7 days a week, 9am–5pm: +61 2 9206 1111

        Groups of 10+ Guests – Enjoy Group Rates

        • Lock in your seats with just a 30% deposit online

        • At checkout, select “Pay Deposit” – your group discount will be applied automatically (on eligible cruises)

        • Final balance is due 7 days before your cruise

        • We'll send you a handy reminder to finalise payment

        Please Note: If your cruise nears capacity and full payment hasn't been made, we may contact you to confirm numbers. If your group holds limited seats, final payment may be required within 7 days of notification.

        Group Paying Separately? No Problem

        Even if your group is paying individually, we can still seat you together!

        To access this option:

        1. Organiser books a ticket online for themselves

          • In “First Name,” enter a group name (e.g. Wilson-30th)

          • In “Last Name,” write: Split-Group

          • Add a comment: Organiser: David Jones

        2. Invitees book their own tickets online

          • Use the same group name format (e.g. Wilson-30th Split-Group)

          • Enter their own email and phone

          • In comments, include their full names (e.g. Zac & Zoe Smith)

        3. At least 48 hours before the cruise, the organiser contacts our team to finalise details

        4. Our Cruise Director will ensure your group is seated together

        ⚠️ Please note: Group rates do not apply to split bookings unless 10+ guests are booked in one transaction.

        Save on Parking

        Wilson 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

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