Top Sydney Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours

Enjoy a trip to Australia's North Coast, traveling to Port Stephens and the Stockton Bight Sand Dunes, on a full-day guided tour from Sydney. Check out the wildlife at the Australian Reptile Park, take a dolphin-watching cruise from Nelson Bay, experience 4-wheeling and sandboarding at the sand dunes, and soak up gorgeous scenery all along the route. Accompanied by a guide, enjoy views of kangaroos, koalas, Tasmanian devils, bottlenose dolphins, and other marine life for a memorable outdoors experience on Sydney's doorstep.

See the best of Sydney when you book this combination of best-selling tours at a great savings. that includes a full day of sightseeing in Sydney followed by a day trip to the Blue Mountains. In Sydney, get to know the city and Bondi Beach on a coach tour, then take a Sydney Harbour lunch cruise to get out on the water. Visit the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains, including Scenic World, Featherdale Wildlife Park, Echo Point, Three Sisters, Katoomba and Leura, then return via a Parramatta River cruise.

Cruise through Sydney Harbour in style on board a spacious flagship vessel that departs from Circular Quay and King Street Wharf. Glide by landmarks, including the floodlit Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, and watch the city change colors with the sunset. Then sit down for a 3-course dinner with an array of international dishes including fresh seafood. Enjoy the views from your table or the viewing deck, and live entertainment on this 2.5-hour dinner cruise.

Spend a day exploring Sydney with an expert guide, and take in iconic highlights around the famous harbor-side city on this 9-hour tour. Admire the swoop of Sydney Harbour Bridge and the sails of the Sydney Opera House. Tickle your toes in the sands of Manly Beach, and then head over to Bondi Beach later that day. Take in the sights of downtown Sydney, and wrap up with a scenic drive to The Gap and Watson’s Bay. You can also upgrade to add a lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour if you'd like.

Enjoy a deluxe sunset cruise on Sydney Harbour accompanied by a delicious two-course dinner with unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. From the water, admire iconic sights such as Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Fort Denison, Luna Park and more. Snap photos as the sky shimmers at sunset and the city skyline lights up for the night as you cruise through Sydney in the evening.

Customize your sightseeing in Sydney with a hop-on hop-off coach tour and harbor cruise. The ferry pass is valid for 2 days and the explorer pass is valid for 24 hours, giving you two full days to explore Sydney. The Sydney Harbour ferry cruise stops include Darling Harbour, Circular Quay, Luna Park, Manly, Taronga Zoo, Barrangaroo and more. The double-decker bus tour travels between iconic sites including The Rocks, Sydney Opera House, Royal Botanic Gardens and Bondi Beach. Choose to hop off and visit places of interest, or simply remain on board for a comprehensive overview with recorded commentary.

Choose a 2-hour dinner cruise during the VIVID Sydney festival included as one of your attractions on the Sydney Attraction Flexi 5 and Flexi 7 Pass that allows you to sightsee at your own pace. Cruise Sydney Harbour for excellent views of iconic city landmarks that glow in VIVID's colorful light displays, and enjoy dinner at the standing buffet. Then, take up to three months to use your attractions pass, which provides entrance to top attractions in and around Sydney. Visit favorites such as Sydney Tower Eye, Taronga Zoo and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, or even venture out to Bondi Beach and the Blue Mountains.

Step aboard an authentic tall ship for an unforgettable 2-hour cruise around Sydney Harbour during the VIVID festival. Soak in sweeping views of the light-drenched harbor as your tall ship sails around the calm waters. You'll see light art displays illuminate landmarks including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. Along with an excellent perspective on the vibrant lights of VIVID, your cruise includes a delicious dinner and live music.

Take in panoramic views of top Sydney landmarks as you cruise through Sydney Harbour en route to Taronga Zoo. Your package includes round-trip cruise from Darling Harbour or Circular Quay to the zoo, and a ride on the Sky Safari Gondola, which whisks you uphill from the boat dock to the main entrance of Taronga Zoo. From the gondola, get an early peek at some of the zoo's inhabitants, such as giraffes, big apes, and native animals like kangaroos and koalas.

Experience a close encounter with humpback whales without having to leave the city on this thrilling 2-hour speedboat tour from Sydney. Hop on-board the city’s fastest commercial ship and blast off across Sydney Harbour, past iconic landmarks like Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House. Leave the city behind and speed out into the Pacific Ocean, where you’ll have chance to spot majestic whales swimming and playing in their natural environment.

Cruise the ocean waters off of Sydney to look for humpback and southern right whales as they migrate between Antarctica and the Great Barrier Reef from May to November. Your whale-watching experience starts out of Sydney Harbour and heads to the open ocean on a custom-built catamaran with large viewing windows and spacious decks that provide excellent sightlines. Often, dolphins, sea birds and other marine animals make an appearance during the nearly 2.5-hour whale-watching tour.

Take in panoramic views of lovely Sydney on a Sydney Harbour sightseeing cruise that lasts up to two hours. Choose from two options a morning or afternoon tour that takes you close to the majestic Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison and other top sights. Listen to live commentary as you snack on tea, coffee and snacks and light refreshments during the 2-hour tour that includes all of the above plus sparkling wine, cakes and cheeses, with stories focused on Sydney's fascinating heritage.

Enjoy a four-hour whale-watching cruise that begins with a barbecue lunch or breakfast onboard the boat while in the calm waters of Sydney Harbour.  After lunch or breakfast, your boat glides past Sydney Head into the Pacific Ocean in search of the humpback and southern right whales that migrate along this coast from May to November. Keep an eye out for whales and dolphins as you learn about them from your naturalist guide, who provides fascinating commentary about Australian marine life during your tour.

Visit Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park for a day full of fun in the great outdoors just north of Sydney. Learn about indigenous traditions, and see ancient Aboriginal rock carvings and sacred sites. Join a 3-hour catamaran cruise through scenic waterways that lead to remote beaches and hidden waterfalls. Then visit West Head lookout and learn about the park's diverse plant and animal life. This small-group tour is limited to 22 people, ensuring an in-depth experience with your guides.

Soak up spectacular views of Sydney while enjoying a seafood lunch buffet during a 2.5-hour sightseeing cruise on a deluxe cruise boat. Get great photo ops of Sydney Harbour’s landmarks including Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and Fort Denison and hear informative commentary from your captain. Fresh seafood options may include prawns, crab, fish, rock oysters along with meats, salads and other local favorites. Upgrade for guaranteed window seats and drink options such as premium white and red wines, draught beer and soft drinks.

Book a table for a 3-hour lunch and sightseeing cruise on Sydney Harbour. Pass top landmarks including the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge as your boat glides along the water. Your sit-down dining experience includes attentive service and the choice of a 2- or 3-course lunch. A variety of fresh seafood, meat, and vegetable dishes are served as you take in the sights. Upgrade when booking to guarantee a window seat.

Experience the magic of sailing Sydney Harbour during a twilight cruise aboard an exquisitely restored historic tall ship. Enjoy seeing the city at sunset and get photo ops of iconic sights like the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge as they light up for the night. Snack on refreshments and dinner dishes (if option chosen) and have the choice to include unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. The entertaining crew provide commentary on Australia's maritime history, making for an unforgettable sail on Sydney Harbour.

Enjoy an evening of fine dining and spectacular views on a dinner cruise that takes place on the waters of Sydney Harbour. Indulge your tastebuds with a meal that includes six superb courses accompanied by Penfolds gold selection of bin and vintage wines and a full open bar. Listen to live music from the lounge singer and pianist while soaking in iconic sights of Sydney such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. It’s a great way to celebrate a special occasion while in Sydney.

Explore Sydney aboard a hop-on hop-off Sydney Harbour cruise that stops at top destinations including Darling Harbour, Circular Quay, Watsons Bay, Manly and Luna Park. Get a great vantage point for photo ops of icons such as the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Simply jump on and off at as many stops as you like; when you're ready to move on to your next destination, just catch the next boat. Upgrade to include an entrance ticket to Taronga Zoo, another fantastic attraction located on the harbor shores.

Spot majestic humpback whales swimming and playing in their natural environment on this 2hr or 2hr 45min whale-watching cruise from Sydney. Sail across Sydney Harbour, past the iconic Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, to the open waters of the Pacific and get up close to the gentle giants. This seasonal tour runs between May and October, and cruises pick up from either Circular Quay or Darling Harbour.

Discover Sydney’s glorious beaches and iconic landmarks on this half-day city tour – ideal for first-time visitors to get their bearings. Get a feel for local life as you stroll around the Rocks and lively Chinatown, then visit Mrs Macquarie’s Chair to enjoy magnificent views over Sydney Harbour, the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. Finally, pay a visit to the glamorous Bondi Beach, with its famous lifeguards, golden sands and legendary surf.

Celebrate the arrival of 2018 with a festive New Year’s Eve dinner cruise on Sydney Harbor. Ring in the new year in style aboard a traditional square-rigged tall ship with a cruise that includes dinner, drinks, music, and front-row views of Sydney’s famous fireworks display. Enjoy watching the procession of colorfully illuminated vessels on Sydney Harbour while dining on fresh seafood, meat, and vegetable dishes accompanied by unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks during this 5.5-hour cruise from Darling Harbour.

Hop on board a 1.5-hour Sydney Harbour sightseeing cruise for a comprehensive yet speedy introduction to all of Sydney's waterfront landmarks. Keep your camera handy for great photo ops of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, and admire pretty harborside suburbs such as Point Piper and Balmain. It’s the perfect sightseeing tour for first-timers and those short on time, plus you’ll enjoy being out on the water instead of inside a tour bus. With a central departure point at Circular Quay, you are perfectly positioned for sightseeing nearby.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve Sydney style during an evening Sydney Harbour cruise including a buffet dinner. After boarding the spacious Wangi Queen ferry, you’ll participate in the exclusive Harbour of Light parade; watch the 9pm family fireworks and the midnight extravaganza; and feast on a buffet of fulfilling finger food. Wine, beer, and soft drinks, and live entertainment are included.