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Sydney Harbour Gold Dinner Cruise
The Sydney Gold Dinner Cruise by Captain Cook Cruises offers a luxurious dining experience on the harbour. Savor a 6-course gourmet menu while taking in breathtaking views of Sydney’s iconic skyline. With the option to add Penfold's wine pairing, this cruise blends culinary excellence with stunning scenery for an unforgettable evening on the water.
Step aboard a Captain Cook Cruises vessel and prepare for an unforgettable dining adventure on Sydney Harbour. Perfect for special occasions or simply a night of indulgence, the Gold Dinner Cruise delivers a luxurious 6-course degustation menu paired with breathtaking waterfront views of Sydney’s most iconic landmarks.
While drinks aren’t included in your ticket, you can elevate your experience by upgrading to the Penfolds Wine Package. This exclusive option includes carefully selected Penfolds wines, including the iconic St Henri Shiraz, paired with each course to bring out the full flavours of your gourmet meal.
Since 1844, Penfolds has been at the forefront of winemaking excellence, capturing the essence of celebration in every bottle. Whether you're marking a milestone or just savouring a memorable evening, this Gold Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour promises an experience of elegance, flavour and unforgettable moments.
The Sydney Harbour Gold Dinner Cruise departs from Darling Harbour and Circular Quay, making a circuit of the harbour. There are two embarkation points:
No. 1 Jetty, King Street Wharf (Darling Harbour)
- 7:00pm on Friday & Saturday
- 5:00pm on Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday
No. 6 Jetty, Circular Quay
- 5:30pm on Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday
Please note that these times may vary. Be sure to re-confirm your departure point and time when you confirm your booking locally.
Sample 6-Course Menu with Matched Penfolds wines (subject to change):
- Canapés served with Sparkling Wine on arrival
- Seared scallops lime foam served with Penfolds Max's Rosé
- Fresh & fragrant herb salad served with Penfolds Max's Chardonnay
- Casarecce Pasta with rocket pesto and aged Italian parmesan served with Penfolds Max's Shiraz Cabernet
- Angus centre cut Tenderloin with sautéed mushrooms and rich jus served with Penfolds St. Henri Shiraz
- Black violet cheesecake served with Penfolds Father 10YO Tawny Port
Option to Exclude Drinks:
This gives you the flexibility to enjoy the stunning views and gourmet meal on your terms. Choose the Gold Dinner Cruise ticket alone for a world-class dining experience without drinks included—drinks are still available for purchase onboard.
Experience Includes
- Evening dinner cruise aboard the luxurious Sydney 2000 super-cruiser
- 6-course degustation menu, featuring Seared Scallops and Beef Tenderloin
- Optional Penfolds private bin and vintage wines, including St Henri Shiraz
- Guaranteed window seating
- Live music on Saturday and Sunday
- Breathtaking views of Sydney Harbour and city lights by night
- 1 to 2 circuits of the harbour (approx. 3 ½ hours, 2 circuits recommended)
- Gold personalised service
- Access to the outdoor open deck
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flexible Booking: Cancel with a full refund or amend for free!*
Experience Excludes
- Hotel transfers, you must make your own way to the departure location
- Optional gratuities
- Drinks if option not selected
Departure location
Duration
Terms & Conditions
- We highly recommend joining the cruise from Darling Harbour King St Wharf 1 at 7.00pm on Friday and Saturday nights, to enjoy the full 3-hour Gold Dining and Cruise experience. Other nights there is a choice of departures at 5:00pm from Darling Harbour or 5:30pm from Circular Quay for a 2-hour experience.
- The passenger warrants that they are physically fit and capable of undertaking the cruise.
- Purchase drinks onboard as you go, if the drinks option is not selected.
- A certificate of fitness of travel issued by a doctor is required for passengers over 79 years of age and/or passengers with limited mobility.
- Captain Cook Cruises reserves the right to change the timetable and vessels and increase fares without prior notice.
- Please note children under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult on all dining cruises.
- Children aged 4-15 years old are welcome on board at an adult rate.
- Sydney 2000 operates on dining cruises most days however the tour operator always reserves the right to amend vessels at any time.
- The crew will assist passengers who require wheelchair access, wherever necessary, up and down gangways to ensure their safety. The crew will ensure that all passengers who require wheelchair access understand that the company is responsible for safety board and unloading them but cannot ensure their safety up or down a Step Wharf arrangement.
- In keeping with the ambiance of the cruise, a smarter dress is required. No jeans or trainers are allowed. Men may wish to wear a jacket.
- A minimum of 2 passengers is required to book this excursion.
- Please note that there is no child rate for this excursion.
- Passengers must arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure to collect tickets from ticket box (located at No.6 Jetty Road Circular Quay or No.1 Jetty King Street Wharf).
- The vessel picks up from Darling Harbour, then Circular Quay before making a circuit of the Harbour.
- As this is a specialty menu we regret there are no special diet variations available.
- *Cancellation Policy: Free cancellations and amendments are allowed for bookings cancelled with the tour operator up to 24 hours before your chosen activity date. Please keep in mind that there is a significant time difference between Australia and the UK, so be sure to allow for this when making your cancellation. After the 24-hour window, no amendments or refunds will be provided.
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