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Captain Cook Cruises Sydney

Discover the magic of Sydney Harbour with Captain Cook Cruises. Whether you're indulging in a delicious meal, capturing Insta-worthy shots of iconic landmarks, or soaking up the stunning views from a cozy spot on deck, there's something for everyone. Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Sydney's skyline, day or night.
Captain Cook Cruises 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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  • This Captain Cook Sydney 2000 cruise offers a stunning, moonlit view of Sydney Harbour, paired with delicious dinner – all in just 2 hours.

  • Choose between a 3 or 4-course meal full of Australian favorites like canapes, mushroom ravioli, fresh salmon, tender beef cheek, and crispy salads.

  • Watch the sun set over Sydney Harbour with your favorite drink from the menu (available for purchase). It’s truly a sight to behold!

  • For the best views, choose a window seat on the Captain Cook cruise and see the Opera House shine as the city lights come on.

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

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  • This Captain Cook Sydney 2000 cruise offers a stunning, moonlit view of Sydney Harbour, paired with delicious dinner – all in just 2 hours.

  • Choose between a 3 or 4-course meal full of Australian favorites like canapes, mushroom ravioli, fresh salmon, tender beef cheek, and crispy salads.

  • Watch the sun set over Sydney Harbour with your favorite drink from the menu (available for purchase). It’s truly a sight to behold!

  • For the best views, choose a window seat on the Captain Cook cruise and see the Opera House shine as the city lights come on.

  • 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$115
Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise with view of Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
Passengers enjoying views of Sydney Opera House on Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise
Sydney Harbour cruise boat passing by the iconic Sydney Opera House.
Sydney Harbour cruise boat passing by the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise with view of Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
Sydney Harbour cruise boat passing by the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
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1 hr 19 min
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  • Sydney looks different from the deck of a Captain Cook catamaran. Perfect for those insta-worthy shots of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House.

  • Grab your crew or come solo – there’s a cozy spot for everyone, inside or out. Plus, learn cool facts about the sights you sail by on the audio guide app.

  • Want to cruise in style? Upgrade to the Sydney 2000 AC super-cruiser. It’s got comfy lounge seats, a bar, a stage, and even a dance floor for extra fun.

  • The super-cruiser upgrade also includes a drink and an Australian Cheese & Charcuterie board. It’s the perfect cherry on top of your day at sea!

  • Fun fact: The Sydney Harbour Bridge can stretch up to 18cm depending on the weather!

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  • Sydney looks different from the deck of a Captain Cook catamaran. Perfect for those insta-worthy shots of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House.

  • Grab your crew or come solo – there’s a cozy spot for everyone, inside or out. Plus, learn cool facts about the sights you sail by on the audio guide app.

  • Want to cruise in style? Upgrade to the Sydney 2000 AC super-cruiser. It’s got comfy lounge seats, a bar, a stage, and even a dance floor for extra fun.

  • The super-cruiser upgrade also includes a drink and an Australian Cheese & Charcuterie board. It’s the perfect cherry on top of your day at sea!

  • Fun fact: The Sydney Harbour Bridge can stretch up to 18cm depending on the weather!

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AU$32
Sydney Harbour lunch cruise with view of Opera House and city skyline.
Server attending to a couple on a lunch cruise with Sydney Harbour Bridge in the background.
Group dining on Sydney Harbour cruise with city skyline in background.
People enjoying lunch on a cruise of Sydney harbour
Tourist enjoying Australian Beef Cheek on a Sydney evening starlight dinner cruise.
Plated dish on a Sydney Harbour lunch cruise with city skyline in background.
Couple dining on a Sydney Harbour cruise with city skyline in the background.
Sydney Harbour lunch cruise with view of Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
Sydney Harbour cruise ship docked with city skyline in the background.
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  • Paired with sun-kissed harbor views, this Captain Cook lunch cruise on the Sydney 2000 is perfect for a special date, family outing, or just some me-time.

  • Enjoy a 2 or 3-course menu – canapes, fresh salmon, mushroom ravioli, tender Australian beef, and fresh, crisp salads.

  • As you dine, soak up the gorgeous views of Sydney Harbour. Fancy a drink? There’s a great selection available for purchase.

  • For the best seat in the house, upgrade to a window spot. The views, especially of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge are truly jaw-dropping!

  • Fun fact: The Harbour Bridge appears curved, but it's actually an illusion! Every piece that comes together to make up the bridge is straight.

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  • Paired with sun-kissed harbor views, this Captain Cook lunch cruise on the Sydney 2000 is perfect for a special date, family outing, or just some me-time.

  • Enjoy a 2 or 3-course menu – canapes, fresh salmon, mushroom ravioli, tender Australian beef, and fresh, crisp salads.

  • As you dine, soak up the gorgeous views of Sydney Harbour. Fancy a drink? There’s a great selection available for purchase.

  • For the best seat in the house, upgrade to a window spot. The views, especially of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge are truly jaw-dropping!

  • Fun fact: The Harbour Bridge appears curved, but it's actually an illusion! Every piece that comes together to make up the bridge is straight.

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AU$99
Whale watching from a catamaran cruise in Sydney, Australia, with city skyline in the background.
Tourists on a catamaran cruise in Sydney, Australia, watching a whale breach.
Whale breaching near catamaran during Sydney whale watching cruise.
Whale watching Sydney Boat near Sydney Opera house
Group on catamaran whale watching cruise in Sydney Harbour with Harbour Bridge in background
Whale breaching near Sydney Harbour during a catamaran whale watching tour.
Catamaran on Sydney Harbour with tourists watching whales.
Big Whale jumping from the ocean
Whales breaching near a catamaran on a Sydney Whale Watching Cruise.
Giraffes at Taronga Zoo with Sydney skyline in the background.
Cruise ship near Sydney Opera House on Hop-On-Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Cruise.
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  • Sail into the open ocean from Sydney Harbor aboard a customized high-speed catamaran for a mesmerizing whale-watching experience on the Pacific Ocean.

  • Enjoy the serene blue views from all the vessel decks as a crew delves into the significance of the humpback whale migration to the Pacific.

  • Sail past Opera House and Harbor Bridge while trying to spot breach humpbacks and spy playful whale calves in this Captain Cook operated cruise.

  • Elevate your Sydney experience: upgrade your ticket to include Taronga Zoo entry or a 2-day hop-on hop-off pass for leisurely harbor exploration.

  • Fun fact: Humpback whales migrate the longest at 8,000 kilometers — from New Zealand in winters, to Antarctica at the end of the season

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  • Sail into the open ocean from Sydney Harbor aboard a customized high-speed catamaran for a mesmerizing whale-watching experience on the Pacific Ocean.

  • Enjoy the serene blue views from all the vessel decks as a crew delves into the significance of the humpback whale migration to the Pacific.

  • Sail past Opera House and Harbor Bridge while trying to spot breach humpbacks and spy playful whale calves in this Captain Cook operated cruise.

  • Elevate your Sydney experience: upgrade your ticket to include Taronga Zoo entry or a 2-day hop-on hop-off pass for leisurely harbor exploration.

  • Fun fact: Humpback whales migrate the longest at 8,000 kilometers — from New Zealand in winters, to Antarctica at the end of the season

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AU$95
Cruise ship near Sydney Opera House on Hop-On-Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Cruise.
Cruise ship sailing under Sydney Harbour Bridge in Australia.
Family on a Seine River cruise in Paris with Eiffel Tower in the background.
Ships docked at Circular Quay, Sydney with the Sydney Opera House in the background.
Watson's Bay ferry with Sydney Harbour Bridge in background.
Manly Wharf, Sydney
Sydney's Darling Harbour with ferris wheel and waterfront buildings.
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  • Explore the best of Sydney with maximum convenience as you hop on and off unlimited times with your 1 or 2-day hop-on hop-off cruise pass.

  • This Captain Cook-operated cruise has 6 distinct stops at Sydney Harbour with regular daily departures, allowing you to board and disembark as you please.

  • Opt for Taronga Zoo tickets, experience the remarkable diversity of Australian fauna, and see animals such as koalas, kangaroos, and Tasmanian devils.

  • Get to know more about the locations you pass by through audio commentary available onboard and free Wi-Fi.

  • The most popular stops along your cruise route include Taronga Zoo, Shark Island, and Darling Harbour.

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  • Explore the best of Sydney with maximum convenience as you hop on and off unlimited times with your 1 or 2-day hop-on hop-off cruise pass.

  • This Captain Cook-operated cruise has 6 distinct stops at Sydney Harbour with regular daily departures, allowing you to board and disembark as you please.

  • Opt for Taronga Zoo tickets, experience the remarkable diversity of Australian fauna, and see animals such as koalas, kangaroos, and Tasmanian devils.

  • Get to know more about the locations you pass by through audio commentary available onboard and free Wi-Fi.

  • The most popular stops along your cruise route include Taronga Zoo, Shark Island, and Darling Harbour.

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AU$42
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$279
Tiger resting in enclosure at Taronga Zoo, Sydney.
Taronga Zoo entrance with express ferry docked, Sydney Harbour in background.
Taronga Zoo entrance with express ferry docked, Sydney, Australia.
Capybaras resting near water at Taronga Zoo, Sydney with city skyline in background.
Giraffes at Taronga Zoo with Sydney skyline in the background.
Koala resting on a tree branch at Taronga Zoo, Sydney.
Fishing cat resting on a rock at Taronga Zoo, Sydney.
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  • Travel the fun way to Australia’s most famous zoo with the Zoo Express.

  • This ticket includes a ferry ticket, a return rocket ferry, both operated by Captain Cook, and an entrance to the zoo.

  • Take your time and work your way down the hill as you cover 9 different trails including the Australian Walkabout, Kids' Trail, Reptile World, and Big Cats' Trail.

  • Fun Fact: Taronga Zoo houses over 4,000 animals from over 300 species.

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  • Travel the fun way to Australia’s most famous zoo with the Zoo Express.

  • This ticket includes a ferry ticket, a return rocket ferry, both operated by Captain Cook, and an entrance to the zoo.

  • Take your time and work your way down the hill as you cover 9 different trails including the Australian Walkabout, Kids' Trail, Reptile World, and Big Cats' Trail.

  • Fun Fact: Taronga Zoo houses over 4,000 animals from over 300 species.

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AU$75
Whale breaching near catamaran during Sydney whale watching cruise.
Whale breaching near a boat on a Sydney whale watching cruise.
Cruise ship sailing under Sydney Harbour Bridge in Australia.
Tourists on a catamaran cruise in Sydney, Australia, watching a whale breach.
Couple with Captain Cook staff on Sydney Harbour Hop-On-Hop-Off Cruise boat.
Cruise ship near Sydney Opera House on Hop-On-Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Cruise.
Whale breaching near Sydney Harbour with city skyline in the background.
Whale breaching near Sydney Harbour during a whale watching cruise.
Ships docked at Circular Quay, Sydney with the Sydney Opera House in the background.
Taronga Zoo entrance with visitors in Sydney, Australia.
Watsons Bay coastline with boats and Sydney skyline in the background.
Shark Island view from Captain Cook Sydney Harbour cruise with city skyline in background.
Cruise ship departing Darling Harbour, Sydney, with city skyline in the background.
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  • Explore Sydney like a local with a flexible two-day hop-on hop-off pass, visiting six iconic harbourside attractions at your own pace and leisure.

  • Take advantage of expert commentary and a printed map as you visit Circular Quay, Taronga Zoo, Watsons Bay, Shark Island, Manly, and Darling Harbour.

  • Don't miss out on your morning whale-watching cruise by Captain Cook and witness these gentle giants play and splash from a catamaran with indoor and outdoor seating.

  • Get whale wisdom from your expert guide, who shares engaging facts about them, all while the Opera House and Harbour Bridge create a scenic backdrop.

  • Fun fact: Sydney's whale-watching season sees over 20,000 Humpback whales migrating 3,500 km from sub-Antarctic waters to the Great Barrier Reef.

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  • Explore Sydney like a local with a flexible two-day hop-on hop-off pass, visiting six iconic harbourside attractions at your own pace and leisure.

  • Take advantage of expert commentary and a printed map as you visit Circular Quay, Taronga Zoo, Watsons Bay, Shark Island, Manly, and Darling Harbour.

  • Don't miss out on your morning whale-watching cruise by Captain Cook and witness these gentle giants play and splash from a catamaran with indoor and outdoor seating.

  • Get whale wisdom from your expert guide, who shares engaging facts about them, all while the Opera House and Harbour Bridge create a scenic backdrop.

  • Fun fact: Sydney's whale-watching season sees over 20,000 Humpback whales migrating 3,500 km from sub-Antarctic waters to the Great Barrier Reef.

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AU$119

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