Vagabond Cruises

Sydney New South Wales, Australia · 633 reviews · 4.2★ · Boats

Vagabond Cruises — Sydney Harbour Australia Day Lunch and Ferrython in Sydney New South Wales
4.2★ rating · 633 reviews · $52.52–$786.03 per person · 3.4 hours avg

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Rating4.2★4.9★4.9★5★4.7★
Reviews633662483361324
Price$107$148$1199$40$148
Duration3.4 hours8.9 hours2.1 hours2.5 hours2.5 hours
Best forFriendsCouplesFamilySoloCouples
Guide styleStorytellerStorytellerStorytellerStoryteller
Booking ease★☆☆☆☆★★★★★
ValueGood value
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About

With over 3 decades experience, Vagabond Cruises is one of Sydney Harbour's longest established cruise companies! Make the most of your visit to Sydney Harbour with Vagabond Cruises. We are a boutique cruise company specialising in all types of events and celebration cruises. We offer flexible cruising options and guarantee to beat any comparable quote! As a family run business, we deliver a wide range of convenient and all inclusive packages including live entertainment lunch and dinner cruises, private functions for any personal or formal occasion such as Weddings, corporate events, harbour transfers, school formals, uni parties, birthdays, hens/bucks and much more! Our dedicated events team aims to make your event memorable for all the right reasons - choose your package and vessel and settle in for a great experience on Sydney Habour. We boast a fleet of fully equipped vessels to accommodate 20 to 350 guests day or night!

Tours by Vagabond Cruises

Sydney Harbour Australia Day Lunch and Ferrython Cruise$100.04 · 240 minutes · 4.13★ · 15 reviews

Experience the Ferrython and Australia Day parades on Sydney Harbour aboard the MV Vagabond Spirit!\n\nHop aboard our flagship, the MV Vagabond Spirit and join us as we celebrate our wonderful nation! Enjoy 3.5 hours of cruising on Sydney Harbour, accompanied by delicious food, fantastic service ...

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  1. Australia Day Flag Hoisting, tall ship race, Navy Salute

Meeting point: Directions: Please refer to your boarding pass for accurate details. Please arrive 15 mins prior to the cruise departure time. Unfortunately, we cannot wait for late arrivals and if you miss the boat there will be no refunds or transfers permitted. \n · Cancellation: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. · Languages: [object Object] · Group size: up to 15

Valentine's Day Dinner Cruise with live Brazilian show on Sydney Harbour$86.42 · 3h · 5★ · 12 reviews

The trip was amazingly scenic and food fantastic and plenty of it, with seconds available. On boarding one is greeted with beautifully laid white tables cloths, and tasteful birthday balloons at some tables. Nothing was too much for the staff. We went for a 3 hour luncheon cruise and highly recom...

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  1. Sydney Harbour (Stop: 3 hours - Admission included)

Meeting point: King Street Wharf Darling Harbour · Languages: English

Latino Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour$78.6 · 255 minutes · 4.25★ · 59 reviews

Planning a night out or a special occasion? You will be sure to enjoy the exciting beat of this entertaining Latino dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour.

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  1. Meet at king street wharf. The number will be confirm in the boarding pass

Cancellation: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. · Group size: up to 15

Mother's Day Lunch Cruise$86.42 · 3h · 5★ · 83 reviews

Celebrate your mother or the mothers in your life with a memorable Mother’s Day lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour. Enjoy a lunch with fresh seafood and carvery meats while you and your mother admire the beautiful views of the harbor and listen to live entertainment. Get up and dance to the live jazz...

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Meeting point: King Street Wharf Darling Harbour · Cancellation: Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time). · Languages: English

Valentine's Day Dinner Cruise with live Brazilian show on Sydney Harbour$100.04 · 180 minutes · 5★ · 2 reviews

Spoil your loved one on Sydney Harbour this Valentine's Day!\n\nWhat says 'I love you' more than a cruise on Sydney Harbour complemented by a delicious 3 course seated dinner, restaurant style dining, allocated seating, tables for two, a single rose for every lady and Valentine's chocolates for a...

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  1. Cruise past the infamous Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Fort Denison, Double Bay, Point Piper and Rose Bay as well as Vaucluse, Taronga Park Zoo, Luna Park and more (180)

Meeting point: Wharf is in-front of the Cargo Bar Directions: Please refer to your boarding pass for accurate details. Please arrive 15 mins prior to the cruise departure time. Unfortunately we cannot wait for late arrivals and if you miss the boat there will be no refunds or transfers permitted. · Cancellation: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. · Languages: [object Object] · Group size: up to 12

Father's Day Lunch Cruise$73.13 · 3h · 3★ · 83 reviews

The trip was amazingly scenic and food fantastic and plenty of it, with seconds available. On boarding one is greeted with beautifully laid white tables cloths, and tasteful birthday balloons at some tables. Nothing was too much for the staff. We went for a 3 hour luncheon cruise and highly recom...

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Meeting point: King Street Wharf Darling Harbour · Cancellation: Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time). · Languages: English

Christmas in July Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour$64.31 · 180 minutes · 5★ · 1 reviews

Aboard this three-hour cruise, you will enjoy the beautiful sights of Sydney Harbour, a delicious seafood and carvery Christmas buffet with roast turkey, pudding, coffee, tea and desserts, and a range of live music performed on board to set the scene.

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  1. 3-hour lunch cruise\nLive music\nSeafood and carvery buffet \nDelicious dessert\nFully licensed bar - packages available\nUgly sweater comp - prizes & giveaways!\nDiscounts for large group bookings (180)

Meeting point: Please refer to boarding pass. King street wharf 6 - 9 · Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. · Group size: up to 15

Boxing Day Lunch Cruise - MV Spirit$100.04 · 180 minutes

Be a part of the action this year and join us as we venture into the midst of the start of one of the world’s most arduous yacht races and share the excitement of the start and see who achieves the honours of first through the heads.

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  1. Enjoy beautiful Sydney Harbour from our outdoor and indoor decks with a 360 degree view.
  2. All main attractions of Sydney Harbour, city skyline, Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Luna Park, Double Bay, Rose Bay, Fort Denison & Harbour islands, infamous Point Piper and more

Meeting point: Wharf is on the Eastern side of Circular Quay. Directions: Please refer to your boarding pass for accurate details. Please arrive 15 mins prior to the cruise departure time. Unfortunately we cannot wait for late arrivals and if you miss the boat there will be no refunds or transfers permitted. · Cancellation: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. · Group size: up to 15

Jazz Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour$66.48 · 3h · 4.5★ · 68 reviews

Depart from King Street Wharf on a jazz cruise on Sydney Harbour, and soak up the live entertainment. Savor a 3-course lunch while relaxing to the tunes-with-a-view—it’s a great way to honor any occasion. Boasting the longest duration of any harbor cruise in Sydney, this lunchtime tour includes p...

Highlights

  • Jazz lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour: a great way to entertain; Seafood and carvery set menu accompanied by a selection of fresh fruit and dessert; Snap photos of the Sydney Opera House and Luna Park; Relaxing atmosphere with spectacular views and live band

Cancellation: Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time). · Languages: English

Halloween Party Cruise on Sydney Harbour$56.45 · 240 minutes

Get out your best halloween costume and join us aboard the ghouliest Halloween party boat on Sydney Harbour this year! Enjoy 4 hours of bloodcurdling fun inclusive of a gruesomely delicious canape dinner, licensed bar, all night DJ and hair-raising party atmosphere!\n\nOur vessels boast large ind...

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  1. Cruise along the beautiful harbour and take in the beautiful scenery and major landmarks. Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Fort Denison, Double Bay, Rose Bay, Point Piper, Taronga Park Zoo, Luna Park and Darling Harbour and more

Cancellation: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. · Languages: [object Object] · Group size: up to 15

Christmas Day Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour$103.04 · 3h · 4.8★ · 22 reviews

Make Christmas Day one to remember on a lunchtime cruise of Sydney Harbour, during which you’ll escape the crowds on land and enjoy unobstructed views of the harborside city. To get you in the holiday spirit, live Christmas tunes are played onboard while a luxury buffet meal featuring roasted mea...

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  • Celebrate Christmas in style during a cruise of Sydney Harbour; Enjoy unobstructed views of the iconic Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge; Get into the holiday spirit with live music and a buffet; Drinks are available to purchase from an onboard bar

Itinerary

  1. Sydney Harbour (Stop: 3 hours - Admission included)

Meeting point: Walsh Bay · Languages: English

Sydney Harbour Australia Day Lunch and Ferrython Cruise$93.07 · 3h 30m · 4.9★ · 11 reviews

Experience Australia day in its full glory with this Sydney Harbor tour including lunch and a Ferrython cruise. Take in the ferry race and the parade of boats, from tall ships to tiny dinghys, in celebration of the nation's holiday. Lunch includes seafood, a carvery buffet, and a selection of dri...

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Meeting point: King Street Wharf Darling Harbour · Cancellation: The free cancellation window has closed for the date selected. · Languages: English

Christmas Eve Dinner Cruise$86.42 · 3h · 4.5★ · 168 reviews

With a delicious, freshly prepared buffet meal with traditional roasts, a variety of fresh salads, and tempting desserts, stunning harbour views and live entertainment, this is the perfect way to get into the festive spirit!

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Meeting point: King Street Wharf, King St · Cancellation: The free cancellation window has closed for the date selected.

4-hour Vivid Latin Fiesta Dinner Cruise Shared Experience$78.6 · 240 minutes · 4.2★ · 10 reviews

Experience the Light festival 'Vivid' on Sydney Harbour with delicious food and dazzling entertainment!

Cancellation: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. · Group size: up to 15

Christmas in July Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour$59.83 · 3h · 3.9★ · 104 reviews

Celebrate Christmas in July on board a 3-hour Sydney harbor cruise. Enjoy live entertainment, win prizes for the most ridiculous Christmas sweater, sit down for a full Christmas buffet feast with roast turkey, seafood, pudding, coffee, tea and desserts, and capture it all with a photographer on b...

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  1. King Street Wharf (Stop: 3 hours - Admission included)

Meeting point: King Street Wharf Darling Harbour · Cancellation: Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time).

Sydney Harbour Melbourne Cup Cruise$83.1 · 3h 30m · 3★ · 104 reviews

The Melbourne Cup horse race is one of the most eagerly anticipated events in the Australian sporting calendar, but if you happen to be in Sydney on the day, this cruise is a fun way to enjoy the festivities. During the three-hour lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour you can watch the race live on larg...

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Meeting point: King Street Wharf Darling Harbour · Cancellation: The free cancellation window has closed for the date selected. · Languages: English

Navy Fleet Review Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour with Live Music$78.6 · 180 minutes

Celebrate the Royal Australian Navy’s 125th Anniversary with a delightful lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour. Enjoy prime waterfront views as you witness the International Fleet Review, aerial displays, and ceremonial gun salutes while savoring a delicious seafood and carvery buffet. A live jazz band...

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  1. NAVAL FLEET REVIEW SCHEDULE\n2:00pm – 4:00pm | Review of International Navy Fleet\n•Dignitaries and naval officials conduct a formal inspection and review of the assembled international fleet, highlighting maritime cooperation and naval strength.\n2:45pm – 3:15pm | Combined Navy and Royal Australian Air Force aerial display\n•Enjoy an exhilarating display of precision flying, coordination, and aerial maneuvers by both Navy and Air Force aircraft.\n3:45pm – Ceremonial Gun Salute\n•A traditional salute honoring visiting dignitaries and naval heritage, featuring coordinated artillery firing from the fleet.\n4:00pm – Public boating and commercial vessel sail past\nSee the ships parade past in a grand display, giving the public a close-up view of naval engineering, discipline, and international camaraderie.\n\n

Cancellation: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Easter Weekend 3-Hour Sydney Harbour Cruise Including Seafood & Carvery Lunch$71.46 · 180 minutes · 3.67★ · 3 reviews

If you’re stuck for ideas this Easter, there is no better way to spend an afternoon than relaxing on Sydney Harbour enjoying a delicious seafood and carvery lunch to the back drop of live musicians performing on deck.\n\n

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  1. Easter Weekend 3-Hour Sydney Harbour Cruise Including Buffet Lunch (180)

Meeting point: Departure Point: King Street Wharf, Darling Harbour.\nType of vessel is subject to charter schedule. · Cancellation: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. · Group size: up to 15

Boxing Day Lunch Cruise - MV Spirit$93.07 · 3h · 5★ · 22 reviews

The trip was amazingly scenic and food fantastic and plenty of it, with seconds available. On boarding one is greeted with beautifully laid white tables cloths, and tasteful birthday balloons at some tables. Nothing was too much for the staff. We went for a 3 hour luncheon cruise and highly recom...

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Meeting point: View by Sydney · Cancellation: Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time).

Christmas Eve Dinner Cruise$92.89 · 180 minutes

With a delicious, freshly prepared buffet meal with traditional roasts, a variety of fresh salads, and tempting desserts, stunning harbour views and live entertainment, this is the perfect way to get into the festive spirit!

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  1. Enjoy beautiful Sydney Harbour from our outdoor and indoor decks with a 360 degree view.

Cancellation: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. · Group size: up to 10

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