The food was excellent and presented well. Organisation to access the buffet was managed well. Only improvement would be in the area of seating. My chair back, and that of the lady who was seated next to me was hard up against those on the table behind. I'm aware space is a premium, however I know that issue really annoyed the American lady seated next to me.
3Hr Sydney Harbour Jazz Lunch Cruise
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“The cruise and the meal was fantastic. The choice of food was perfect.”
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About
This jazz lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour is a 3-hour sightseeing and dining experience departing from King Street Wharf. The cruise includes a buffet lunch with seafood and carvery selections, salads, desserts, tea and coffee, accompanied by live jazz performances during the experience. As the vessel cruises Sydney Harbour, you can enjoy views of the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Luna Park etc. Drinks can be purchased from the bar onboard, or you can upgrade your booking with a drinks package for added convenience.
The Jazz & Lunch Experience
Your afternoon begins with boarding at King Street Wharf for a 12:30pm departure. As you settle into your reserved seats, the vessel cruises past Sydney's world-famous harbour attractions, while a live jazz band creates the perfect soundtrack for the afternoon.
A generous buffet lunch is served during the cruise, featuring fresh seafood, carved roast meats, seasonal salads and an assortment of desserts, with tea and coffee included. During the cruise, you're free to explore the viewing decks, soak up uninterrupted harbour views, or simply relax to the smooth sounds of live jazz.
Unlike all-inclusive dining cruises, this experience gives you the flexibility to choose how you'd like to enjoy your drinks onboard. You can simply purchase beverages as you go from the licensed bar, or upgrade to a Basic, Executive or Soft Drinks Package at the time of booking.
Who Is This Cruise Best Suited For
This jazz lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour is perfect for couples, friends, families and visitors looking for a relaxed afternoon of live music, great food and harbour sightseeing.
The cruise is also ideal for guests who like the flexibility of purchasing drinks individually rather than committing to an all-inclusive package, making it a practical option for those who simply want to enjoy lunch, the music and Sydney Harbour at their own pace.
The Jazz & Lunch Experience
Your afternoon begins with boarding at King Street Wharf for a 12:30pm departure. As you settle into your reserved seats, the vessel cruises past Sydney's world-famous harbour attractions, while a live jazz band creates the perfect soundtrack for the afternoon.
A generous buffet lunch is served during the cruise, featuring fresh seafood, carved roast meats, seasonal salads and an assortment of desserts, with tea and coffee included. During the cruise, you're free to explore the viewing decks, soak up uninterrupted harbour views, or simply relax to the smooth sounds of live jazz.
Unlike all-inclusive dining cruises, this experience gives you the flexibility to choose how you'd like to enjoy your drinks onboard. You can simply purchase beverages as you go from the licensed bar, or upgrade to a Basic, Executive or Soft Drinks Package at the time of booking.
Who Is This Cruise Best Suited For
This jazz lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour is perfect for couples, friends, families and visitors looking for a relaxed afternoon of live music, great food and harbour sightseeing.
The cruise is also ideal for guests who like the flexibility of purchasing drinks individually rather than committing to an all-inclusive package, making it a practical option for those who simply want to enjoy lunch, the music and Sydney Harbour at their own pace.
- 3hr jazz lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour
- Seafood & carvery lunch + salads
- Cakes, fresh fruit, coffee & tea
- Live jazz & pop classics on board
- Reserved seats for a comfortable lunch
- Picturesque views of Sydney Harbour
- Chance to win prizes and giveaways
- Drinks available for purchase from the bar onboard or as package upgrades
- All adult guests must be on the same beverage package when selecting a beverage upgrade
- Enjoy a spread of fresh seafood and hot carveries, accompanied by the soulful sounds of live jazz
- Cruise past the iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge while soaking up spectacular harbour views from spacious outdoor decks
- Participate in lucky door prizes and exciting giveaways, adding extra fun to your harbour experience
- Adult $119
- Child $79
- Family $350
- Senior $109
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BOTTOMLESS SPIRITS & LIQUEURS, PREMIUM BEER, WINE & SOFT DRINKS
Beer & Cider: Corona Extra, One Fifty Lashes, Pure Blonde, Tooheys Extra Dry, Victoria Bitter, Coopers Premium Light, Monteith's Crushed Apple Cider
Sprits & Liqueurs: Scotch, Rum, Bourbon, Jim Beam, Jack Daniels, Canadian Club, Vodka, Gin, Bacardi, Ouzo, Southern Comfort, Tequila, Tia Maria, Baileys, Kahlua, Sambucca, Midori, Malibu
White Wine: Rhythm & Rhyme Chardonnay, Studio Series Pinot Grigio, Stonegate Sauvignon Blanc, Stonegate Sparkling, Saint-Louis Blanc de Blanc Brut (France)
Red Wine: Chalk Hill Blue Shiraz Cabernet, Stonegate Cabernet Sauvignon
Rose: Rhythm & Rhyme Rose
Soft drinks: Pepsi, Lemonade, Solo, Pepsi Max, Dry Ginger Ale, Tonic, Bottled Water Juices: Orange, Pineapple, Apple, Cranberry
The following items are available on cash bar basis only: Johnny Walker Black Label, Chivas Regal, Vodka Cruizers, Aperol Spritz and any cocktails or specials on offer -
Soft drinks package- VB +$14
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BOTTOMLESS HOUSE BEER, WINE & SOFT DRINKS
Beer: Pure Blonde, Tooheys Extra Dry, Victoria Bitter, Coopers Premium
White Wine: Rhythm & Rhyme Chardonnay
Red Wine: Chalk Hill Blue Shiraz Cabernet
Rose: Rhythm & Rhyme Rose
Sparkling: Stonegate Sparkling &Pinot Noir Chardonnay
Soft Drinks: Pepsi, Lemonade, Solo, Pepsi Max, Ginger Ale, Tonic, Bottled Water
Juice: Orange, Pineapple, Apple, Cranberry
- King Street Wharf, Darling Harbour
- The exact departure wharf number and boarding information will be detailed in your booking confirmation email from the operator. If you require any assistance, please contact us.
Google Map - CLICK HERE
- 12:00pm: Check-in, King Street Wharf, Darling Harbour
- 12:30pm: Cruise leaves wharf for Sydney Harbour
- En Route: Cruise past the Harbour Bridge, Opera House and Luna Park as you enjoy live jazz music
- En Route: Seafood and carvery buffet lunch service; drinks available at the licensed bar for purchase
- En Route: Service of dessert, coffee & tea
- 3:30pm: Return to King Street Wharf
- Drinks not included in base fare (available for purchase on board)
- Beverage packages (available as upgrades
- BYO food or drinks not permitted
- Cancellation requests must be submitted via email to help@australiancruisegroup.com.au
- Refunds, where applicable, will be processed to the original payment method.
- No correspondence will be entertained for cancellations made after the free-cancellation period.
- A ‘no-show’ refers to any confirmed passenger who fails to board the vessel prior to scheduled departure. Please note, we make every effort to ensure our cruises depart on time. It is highly recommended that all passengers are ready for boarding 15 minutes prior to the stated time.
- An individual booking is defined as all bookings having less than 10 passengers on a single E-ticket. Individual bookings require full payment at time of booking.
- Up to 4 days prior: Full refund
- Within 3 days: 100% cancellation fee
- Group bookings are defined as all bookings for 10 or more passengers on a single E-ticket. Group bookings can be made with a partial payment of 20% as deposit. The balance amount must be paid 7 days before the cruise date.
- Up to 7 days prior: Full refund
- Within 6 days: 100% cancellation fee
- Not wheelchair accessible (steep stairs to on-board facilities)
Are drinks included in the $109 ticket price?
No. Drinks are available to purchase individually at the on-board bar, or you can pre-book a beverage package (Basic, Executive or soft drinks only).
Can I add a drinks package after booking or only at checkout?
Beverage packages are added as an upgrade at the time of booking; please note all adults on the same booking must select the same package.
Is there wheelchair access?
Unfortunately not; the steep stairs required to access onboard facilities mean the boat isn't wheelchair accessible.
Is there allocated seating?
Yes. Seating is allocated before boarding to ensure all guests are comfortably accommodated during the cruise.
What is included in the buffet lunch?
The buffet includes fresh seafood, hot carvery selections, seasonal salads, desserts, plus tea and coffee. Menu items may vary depending on availability.
Is the cruise suitable for children?
Yes. Families are welcome on board, although the relaxed atmosphere and live jazz entertainment make it particularly popular with adults and couples.
What happens if it rains?
The cruise operates in most weather conditions. Indoor dining areas ensure you can enjoy the experience comfortably, while outdoor decks remain available when conditions permit.
Can I celebrate a birthday or special occasion onboard?
Yes. The cruise is a popular choice for birthdays, anniversaries and other celebrations. Please mention your occasion when booking if you'd like the crew to be aware.
No. Drinks are available to purchase individually at the on-board bar, or you can pre-book a beverage package (Basic, Executive or soft drinks only).
Can I add a drinks package after booking or only at checkout?
Beverage packages are added as an upgrade at the time of booking; please note all adults on the same booking must select the same package.
Is there wheelchair access?
Unfortunately not; the steep stairs required to access onboard facilities mean the boat isn't wheelchair accessible.
Is there allocated seating?
Yes. Seating is allocated before boarding to ensure all guests are comfortably accommodated during the cruise.
What is included in the buffet lunch?
The buffet includes fresh seafood, hot carvery selections, seasonal salads, desserts, plus tea and coffee. Menu items may vary depending on availability.
Is the cruise suitable for children?
Yes. Families are welcome on board, although the relaxed atmosphere and live jazz entertainment make it particularly popular with adults and couples.
What happens if it rains?
The cruise operates in most weather conditions. Indoor dining areas ensure you can enjoy the experience comfortably, while outdoor decks remain available when conditions permit.
Can I celebrate a birthday or special occasion onboard?
Yes. The cruise is a popular choice for birthdays, anniversaries and other celebrations. Please mention your occasion when booking if you'd like the crew to be aware.
- The exact departure wharf number and boarding information will be detailed in your booking confirmation email from the operator. If you require any assistance, please contact us
- Children under 3 cruise free but must be supervised at all times by a parent or guardian
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by a paying adult
- Child ticket pricing applies to ages 4–14 at the time of the cruise
- Guests consuming alcohol must be 18 years or older and present valid photo ID
- Boarding begins 15 minutes prior to departure
- The cruise operates in all weather except extreme events such as hurricanes
- These Terms and Conditions set out the terms on which you (on behalf of yourself and any person on whose behalf you are booking, together "you" or "your") book through Australian Cruise Group Pty Ltd ABN 89 152 554 302 (referred to as, we, us and our, in these Terms and Conditions) for all bookings, reservations, products and cruises operated by us including Sydney Showboats, Magistic Cruises, Clearview Cruises Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruises, Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruises, Vivid Sydney Cruises, Sydney Christmas Party Cruises, Sydney New Year’s Eve Cruises, and any other cruises, websites, operations or entities operated by us. These Terms and Conditions constitute the agreement between you and us.
- Full payment is required at the time of booking for all scheduled and special event cruises. Click here to read the Cancellation Policies that apply to the respective cruises.
- A ‘Book with Deposit’ option is available for online group bookings (6 or more guests) on select scheduled cruises, provided the cruise date is more than 10 days from the booking date.
- For partially paid bookings, the balance payment must be settled 7 days prior to the cruise date. Bookings not settled by the due date will be automatically cancelled and the deposit forfeited.
- Online group discounts are applicable on select cruises throughout the year, excluding the periods from 1 November to 1 January and 20 May to 15 June.
- Group bookings (10 guests or more): The guest has a choice to pay 20% deposit to confirm the booking, if the cruise date is more than 21 days in advance. The customer must confirm the final number of guests 7 days prior to the cruise date and are required a full and final payment 21 days prior to the cruise. Credit will be issued for any reduction in final passenger numbers up to 7 days prior to the cruise date.
- Change cruise date (transfer your booking): Any request to transfer a booking to another date must be made 72 hours prior to the cruise date. Such transfer of bookings are subject to availability of seats at the same price for the new cruise date. If the price is higher for the new cruise date, you will be required to pay the difference in addition to the minimum transfer fee.
- Transfer fee: There is a $10 per person minimum transfer fee will apply. New Year’s Eve cruise tickets cannot be transferred to a different date.
- All passengers including the infants must be manifested for safety and security reasons. Un-manifested guests will be refused boarding.
- All cruise fares are quoted in Australian Dollars and include Australian Goods and Services Tax (GST).
- We reserve the right, if we consider necessary (for example, due to mechanical breakdown, for safety reasons or weather conditions), to substitute vessels without notice (including any vessels of a third party), deviate from a vessels advertised route, change any menu, service, schedule, program, performance or cruise fare. We will endeavour to provide a similar quality vessel, route, menu, service, schedule, program, performance or cruise fare (as the case may be) in these circumstances. In such circumstances, we will not be liable for your direct or indirect loss, or to refund any fares or portions of fares, nor will we be liable for any other damage, loss, expense, loss of time, disappointment, inconvenience, or any other consequential loss suffered by you.
- Requests from our guests for dietary requirements (gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free), substitutions and modifications of menus on board our cruises will be politely declined, as our kitchen team prepares the meals in our onboard kitchens. As we cater for large number of guests in a relatively small meal time, it is not practical for us to accommodate to such requests within the given time frame. All of our cruises have at least on vegetarian menu option for seated & served menus. Banquet/buffet menus also offer vegetarian choice. We cannot guarantee that certain products or ingredients (nuts, gluten, diary, etc.) will not be in our food, and we explicitly accept no liability in this regard. For serious food allergies you must make own decisions on selecting meals. Our staff’s comments are only to assist you in making an informed decision. In exceptional circumstances, with our prior written consent you (or one of your guests) may bring your own meal.
- Our cruises operate on busy waterways and are subject to the risks and perils of cruising on such waterways including loss, damage and injury arising out of or in connection with changing tidal and weather conditions and the navigation of other craft. To the extent permissible by law, we will not be responsible in tort, contract or otherwise for any loss or damage arising out of injury or death sustained by you or any other passenger, howsoever arising and whether or not arising as a result of our negligence or failure to render due care and skill. You enter into this agreement and book and travel on our cruises at your own risk. If however any guarantees, terms, conditions or warranties are implied into this agreement by any law of the Commonwealth or New South Wales, the exclusion of which would contravene that law or cause part or all of this clause to be void, then to the extent permissible by law:
(a) We exclude all other guarantees, terms, conditions and warranties; and
(b) Our liability for breach of such guarantee, term, condition or warranty is limited to the supply of the relevant cruise again or the cost of re-supplying the cruise. - We exclude all liability for any loss or damage to clothing or personal items/belongings howsoever arising and whether or not our liability arises in tort, contract or otherwise.
- Some of the tours, products and cruises we operate may be considered dangerous and you should be aware of the risks involved before participating, which may include injury or death. Where the tours, products and cruises include activities that could be considered dangerous, you assume all of the inherent risks which are applicable to those activities. Certain medical conditions and medications may preclude you from participating in activities and you are responsible for confirming your ability to participate. You must use caution when participating in activities and inform us of any medical or other conditions.
- It is a condition of this agreement that any claim for loss or damage must be notified to us in writing within seven (7) days from the day the cruise finishes, and any court action, suit or proceeding must be brought no later than one (1) year from the same day. If you fail to comply with either of these conditions, we will be forever discharged from all claims, suits, actions and/or proceedings relating to or arising out of or in any way connected with the cruise and we will be discharged from all liability whatsoever, including any liability for negligence.
- We may contract or arrange for third parties to provide the whole or part of the cruise and any related services to you. You must not bring any claims or actions against such third parties. If you bring such a claim or action in breach of this agreement, you agree to indemnify us and the person against whom the claim or action is made against the consequences of that claim or action. You agree that in entering into this agreement, we are acting as the agent of and trustee for each of our employees, officers, agents and subcontractors, and each of these persons is deemed to be a party to the contract for the purpose of entitling each of them to enforce, have the benefit of and rely upon these Terms and Conditions.
- We strictly do not permit any alcohol to be brought on board for consumption. Any discussions with our representatives should not be construed as an acceptance to bring alcohol of any nature on board for any event or function. In line with our Responsible Service of Alcohol policy, such requests will be refused politely.
- You must not bring any alcohol or illegal substances onto the vessel. We reserve the right to refuse you entry to the vessel, or to require you to disembark from the vessel, including due to your intoxication or for the safety of other passengers or the vessel.
- This agreement is to be governed by and is to be construed in accordance with the laws in force in New South Wales. Any action, claim, suit or proceeding arising out of or connected in any way with this agreement or the cruise will only be brought in the Courts of New South Wales.
- If any of these provisions are unenforceable, this shall not affect the enforceability of any other part of the provision or any other provision. In the event of inconsistency between these Terms and Conditions and any other terms, these Terms and Conditions will prevail to the extent of the inconsistency. No waiver or variation of this agreement will have binding effect unless such waiver or agreement is in writing and signed by us.
