The 4 Sydney Christmas Tours That Sell Out First

1.New Years Eve Sydney Harbour Cruise 2026-2027

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · from $1,219Our pick

Board the Sydney Sundancer at King Street Wharf at 5 pm for an eight-hour cruise with a seafood feast, Bollinger Champagne, wine, and beer. John may position the yacht for strong views of the Harbour Bridge fireworks, while Lynne takes photos during the evening. The boat carries no more than 50 people.

“From the Sydney Sundancer yacht you have the best view of the fireworks at the Harbour Bridge and Opera House. The fireworks were great.Auto-translated”

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2.Christmas Day Cruise on Sydney Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $121Top rated

Meet at Wharf 1, Eastern Pontoon Circular Quay for a three-hour Christmas lunch cruise aboard Sydney Princess Cruises. Enjoy a buffet of seafood, roasted meats, salads, and Christmas pudding, with Australian beers, wine, sparkling wine, soft drinks, and juice included. Shared seating, indoor and outdoor areas, and classic harbour views make this a relaxed Christmas option.

“This Christmas lunch cruise was great. The food was lovely. A traditional Christmas lunch was served. Staff were helpful and friendly. The tables were decorated fir Christmas. Very scenic trip around Sydney harbour.”

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3.Christmas Day Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $105Best value

Join Vagabond Cruises aboard the MV Vagabond Spirit for a three-hour Christmas lunch cruise from Walsh Bay. You’ll enjoy a seated seafood and carvery buffet, Christmas pudding, music, bon-bons, outdoor viewing decks, and a possible visit from Santa. Drinks are available to buy at the licensed bar.

“Our 1st trip from UK to Aus - prebooked this lunch in the Summer. We were concerned when looking at recent reviews about the Star that indicated a very poor rating - but needn't have worried as all was brilliant; staff (friendly and helpful), fRead more”

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4.Luxury Sydney Harbor New Years Eve Fireworks Dinner Cruise 2026-7

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews · from $1,219

Board Sydney Sundancer at King Street Wharf at 5pm for an eight-hour New Year’s Eve dinner cruise. Captain John anchors near a fireworks barge, while you enjoy lobster, salmon, French and Australian cheeses, Bollinger Champagne, wine, and beer. The boat returns after midnight, with space for up to 50 people.

“Ambiance sympathique mais ce n'est pas vraiment une croisière, le bateau ne navigue pas dans la baie de Sydney, il va juste à son point d'ancrage et y reste. Et on est un peu loin du pont de Sydney pour bien voir le feu d'artifice. On ne peut Read more”

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