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Vivid Sydney

Get your tickets to Vivid Sydney cruise and witness colors and music fill the city with vibrance and celebration during the annual Vivid festival. Sail across the Sydney harbor and catch sight of prominent landmarks like the Sydney Opera House clad in festive colors.
Vivid Sydney
Couple dining on a Sydney Harbour cruise with city skyline in the background.
Sydney Harbour view from Captain Cook Cruise at sunset with city skyline and Sydney Opera House.
Couple dining on a Sydney Harbour cruise with city skyline in the background.
Chef preparing a dish on Vivid Sydney dinner cruise with city lights in background.
Tourist enjoying Australian Beef Cheek on a Sydney evening starlight dinner cruise.
Sydney Harbour dinner cruise with live music, featuring Gold Penfolds wine and a six-course meal.
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  • Escape the ordinary with a 2-hour dinner cruise on one of the finest vessels. Perfect choice for a date night, families, and solo travelers.

  • Choose between 3 or 4-course meal showcasing the finest Australian cuisine such as canapes, mushroom ravioli, salmon, Australian beef cheek, crisp salads, and more.

  • Watch the sun go down from your Captain Cook cruise over the beautiful Sydney Harbour while you sip on drinks, available for purchase.

  • Upgrade your experience: Snag a window seat and get ready for front-row access to this sunset spectacular. The Opera House views are guaranteed to leave you speechless!

  • Fun fact: Sydney Harbour is one of the world's largest natural harbours and hosts numerous events throughout the year!

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  • Escape the ordinary with a 2-hour dinner cruise on one of the finest vessels. Perfect choice for a date night, families, and solo travelers.

  • Choose between 3 or 4-course meal showcasing the finest Australian cuisine such as canapes, mushroom ravioli, salmon, Australian beef cheek, crisp salads, and more.

  • Watch the sun go down from your Captain Cook cruise over the beautiful Sydney Harbour while you sip on drinks, available for purchase.

  • Upgrade your experience: Snag a window seat and get ready for front-row access to this sunset spectacular. The Opera House views are guaranteed to leave you speechless!

  • Fun fact: Sydney Harbour is one of the world's largest natural harbours and hosts numerous events throughout the year!

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AU$125
Couple dining on a luxury cruise with Sydney Harbour Bridge in the background.
Couple dining on a boat during Vivid Sydney festival with city skyline in background.
Sydney Harbour evening cruise with Gold Penfolds dinner and drinks, city skyline in background.
Sydney Harbour dinner cruise with live music, featuring Gold Penfolds wine and a six-course meal.
Sydney Harbour evening cruise with dining setup on Gold Penfolds Dinner & Drinks Cruise.
Sydney Harbour dinner cruise with Luxury Gold Penfolds wine and six-course meal.
Sydney Harbour cruise with Gold Penfolds dinner, showcasing city skyline and waterfront views.
Sydney Harbour cruise with Gold Penfolds dinner, showcasing a 6-course meal on a luxury boat.
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  • Ditch the boring dinner plans and set sail on Captain Cook's luxury cruise that'll make you feel like royalty. We're talking top-deck dining fit for a foodie king or queen along with sightseeing.

  • This ain't your average dinner spread. We're serving up a 6-course meal that'll leave you wanting more. Bonus points for live music (dancing shoes highly encouraged).

  • The resident sommelier will pair your meal with hidden gems from Penfolds' collection, in true Captain Cook style, with all that class.

  • Sydney by night? More like Sydney by WOW! Picture this: you're digging into delicious food with the iconic Sydney skyline as your backdrop, all lit up like a million-dollar party.

  • Fun fact: The cruise sails you past the iconic Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and more!

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  • Ditch the boring dinner plans and set sail on Captain Cook's luxury cruise that'll make you feel like royalty. We're talking top-deck dining fit for a foodie king or queen along with sightseeing.

  • This ain't your average dinner spread. We're serving up a 6-course meal that'll leave you wanting more. Bonus points for live music (dancing shoes highly encouraged).

  • The resident sommelier will pair your meal with hidden gems from Penfolds' collection, in true Captain Cook style, with all that class.

  • Sydney by night? More like Sydney by WOW! Picture this: you're digging into delicious food with the iconic Sydney skyline as your backdrop, all lit up like a million-dollar party.

  • Fun fact: The cruise sails you past the iconic Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and more!

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AU$289
 Captain Cook Cruise near Harbour Bridge Sydney
 Couples enjoying drinks in the evening cruise
Tourist enjoying Australian Beef Cheek on a Sydney evening starlight dinner cruise.
Couples enjoying drinks in the evening cruise
Group of friends enjoying dinner in evening cruise
Dinner at Starlight Dinner Cruise in Sydney
Sydney Harbour view from Captain Cook Cruise at sunset with city skyline and Sydney Opera House.
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2 hr 30 min
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  • Choose the perfect spot for a romantic dinner or a casual family celebration on the water.

  • Have an exclusive dining experience that combines all your needs, for an illuminating Sydney night.

  • Get panoramic views of the city under the twinkling stars through the cruise’s expansive windows.

  • Feast on local Australian produce with an international and local wine list, and live music on the weekend.

  • Capture your Instagram or a photographer-worthy shot of Syndey Opera House and Harbour Bridge on the boat’s open, leisure deck.

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  • Choose the perfect spot for a romantic dinner or a casual family celebration on the water.

  • Have an exclusive dining experience that combines all your needs, for an illuminating Sydney night.

  • Get panoramic views of the city under the twinkling stars through the cruise’s expansive windows.

  • Feast on local Australian produce with an international and local wine list, and live music on the weekend.

  • Capture your Instagram or a photographer-worthy shot of Syndey Opera House and Harbour Bridge on the boat’s open, leisure deck.

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AU$155
Couple dining on a boat during Vivid Sydney festival with city skyline in background.
Sydney Harbour evening cruise with dining setup on Gold Penfolds Dinner & Drinks Cruise.
Sydney Harbour cruise with Gold Penfolds dinner, showcasing a 6-course meal on a luxury boat.
Couple dining on a luxury cruise with Sydney Harbour Bridge in the background.
Sydney Harbour dinner cruise with live music, featuring Gold Penfolds wine and a six-course meal.
Sydney Harbour cruise with Gold Penfolds dinner, showcasing city skyline and waterfront views.
Sydney Harbour evening cruise with Gold Penfolds dinner and drinks, city skyline in background.
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Dinner Cruise
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2 hr 30 min
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  • Have a luxurious dining experience on one of the finest cruise ships out on the waters off Sydney Harbour.

  • Relish the 6-course contemporary Australian menu on the upper deck of the vessel.

  • Admire unparalleled nighttime views of Sydney and the Harbour from the deck

  • Dance away the night to the contemporary live music onboard on weekends.

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  • Have a luxurious dining experience on one of the finest cruise ships out on the waters off Sydney Harbour.

  • Relish the 6-course contemporary Australian menu on the upper deck of the vessel.

  • Admire unparalleled nighttime views of Sydney and the Harbour from the deck

  • Dance away the night to the contemporary live music onboard on weekends.

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AU$215
Sydney Harbour Bridge illuminated at night with city skyline in the background.
The Sydney Tower Eye at dusk
Sydney A view from the Observatory Hill in Sydney, Australia
 Harbor bridge at dusk
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  • Experience Sydney like a local on this 3-hour night tour. The tour packs in all the must-sees, with luxury AC coach transfers.
  • Enjoy views of the stunning Sydney skyline, the harbour, and more from Observatory Hill!
  • Stroll beneath majestic Moreton Bay fig trees in Observatory Park while your guide regales you with fascinating stories of Sydney in English or Mandarin.
  • Fun fact: Luna Park Sydney, one of the oldest amusement parks in the world, sits right on Sydney Harbour and has been illuminating Sydney since 1935!

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  • Experience Sydney like a local on this 3-hour night tour. The tour packs in all the must-sees, with luxury AC coach transfers.
  • Enjoy views of the stunning Sydney skyline, the harbour, and more from Observatory Hill!
  • Stroll beneath majestic Moreton Bay fig trees in Observatory Park while your guide regales you with fascinating stories of Sydney in English or Mandarin.
  • Fun fact: Luna Park Sydney, one of the oldest amusement parks in the world, sits right on Sydney Harbour and has been illuminating Sydney since 1935!
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AU$79

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Sean Bainbridge
AU

Sean

4/5
Australia
My wife and I really enjoyed our Vivid Sydney Glass Boat Dinner Cruise. Our cruise was not fully booked, which meant that we were able to enjoy the experience without it being too crowded. Staff we friendly; food available for dinner was very nice; and the actual cruise experience to see the Vivid lights was wonderful. I am in awe of the captain being able to bring Bella Vista into a dock not much wider that the ship itself. Our only 'negative' feedback would be that when passengers are asked to arrive 15 minutes before departure, we shouldn't still be sitting at the dock 20 minutes after departure time waiting to leave - if guests can't be on time, leave them behind. I was so disappointed to see people arriving at 6.15 and still being allowed to board.
Ann Armstrong
AU

Ann

4/5
Australia
The Glass boat was fabulous, food good, the biggest problem was finding the location. Where to board, my directions were King St Wharf, the problem was there were 26 piers over around a 2klm stretch. It would have been very handy to get a pier number. Needed to ring Headout and even then seemed to have problems sourcing the correct pier. Very frustrating and luckily I arrived early, and the boat left around 15min late.
Sylvia Joe
AU

Sylvia

5/5
Australia
The Gold Penfolds Luxury 6-Course Dinner Cruise was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. The ambience was elegant, with stunning views that set the perfect backdrop for an evening of indulgence. The staff provided exceptional service, ensuring every moment felt special. The highlight for me was the exquisite pairing of food and wine, with each course thoughtfully designed to complement the next. Every dish was a masterpiece, and the wines elevated the flavors beautifully. We absolutely loved the entire experience and will definitely recommend this cruise to our friends. It’s a must-do for anyone looking to celebrate a special occasion or simply enjoy a luxurious evening out!
Kymberley Warren
AU

Kymberley

4/5
Australia
Lovely evening! Was great to see the lights turn in for Vivid. Service was good, food was delicious and generous. Pity it was a 'quick' trip!
David Graham McDonald
AU

David

4/5
Australia
Meal and service very good, cruise was good, probably the later cruise would have been better to view more of the light show. Very satisified.
Graham McKellar
AU

Graham

5/5
Australia
The Vivid harbour cruise met our expectations. The boat had plenty of room for all the passengers and we were right in the centre of the Vivid displays. The 1.5 hour duration was perfect. The boarding and disembarking of the boat were very streamlined and easy.
Margaret Cruickshank
AU

Margaret

4/5
Australia
Crew were so friendly. It was a nice night out on the water. Well run cruise. Very comfortable on board. Lovely charter experience.
Nicholas Crous
AU

Nicholas

4/5
Australia
Really good value for money. Food was enjoyable and plentiful. Service was good. Communication was excellent. Trip was most enjoyable.
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