Vivid Sydney cruises

A Vivid Sydney sightseeing cruise with live commentary, harbour views & bonus drone show.

• Starting point: Board at Circular Quay or Darling Harbour and step onto a Captain Cook Cruises vessel for your Vivid Sydney cruise experience.
• Everything you get: A 1.5-hour Vivid Sydney sightseeing cruise on a modern vessel with spacious indoor lounges and open-air decks. Enjoy onboard commentary as you cruise past the city’s illuminated landmarks, with comfortable seating and panoramic viewing throughout.
• Sights covered: Vivid Sydney light installations across the harbour, including the Opera House projections, Harbour Bridge displays, Circular Quay, and the illuminated city skyline.
• Why choose this: A simple, great-value way to experience Vivid Sydney from the water, combining informative commentary with uninterrupted harbour views for a relaxed sightseeing cruise.
• Upgrades: Choose between a BYO sightseeing cruise for a more casual, social experience with the flexibility to bring your own drinks, or choose a premium sightseeing cruise that includes a complimentary drink and enhanced onboard comfort.

Inclusions

Sightseeing cruise

• 1.5-hour Vivid Sydney sightseeing cruise
• Onboard commentary
• Access to inner & outer decks
• Bonus drone show (on selected nights)

BYO sightseeing cruise (as per option selected)

• 1.5-hour Vivid Sydney sightseeing cruise
• Experiences skipper & deck hand/ host
• Light refreshments: Italian-inspired antipasto spread with bread rolls & 1 beverage (soft drink, juice, or water)
• BYO alcohol allowed on onboard

Premium sightseeing cruise (as per option selected)

• 1.5-hour Vivid Sydney sightseeing cruise
• 1 complimentary drink on arrival: House beer, wine or soft drink
• Spacious outer decks & wide windows
• BYO snacks allowed onboard

• Your boarding point is at Darling Harbour King St Wharf No.2 or No.4
• Get directions to the boarding point
• Cruise timings: 5:30pm & 7:30pm
• Please arrive 15 to 20 minutes early.

What to bring

• Bring your camera, binoculars, jacket and seasickness medications.

Additional information

• Facilities: toilets
• Plan to arrive at the wharf 15-20 minutes prior to departure time.
• Cruise duration includes boarding and disembarking.
• Cruise schedules are dependent on minimum passenger numbers of 8. Smaller group bookings will be at the discretion of the operator team.
• Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

A Vivid Sydney dinner cruise with flexible dining options, live entertainment, & harbour views.

• Starting point: Board at King Street Wharf (Darling Harbour) and step onto a Captain Cook Cruises vessel for your Vivid Sydney cruise experience.
• Everything you get: A 2 or 3-hour Vivid Sydney cruise with individual restaurant-style seating and freshly prepared dishes served at your table. Enjoy a seamless dining experience on the harbour, with select cruises featuring live music and a bonus drone show to enhance the atmosphere.
• Sights covered: Vivid Sydney light installations across the harbour, including the Opera House projections, Harbour Bridge displays, and the illuminated city skyline.
• Why choose this: A flexible Vivid Sydney dining experience that lets you choose your preferred cruise duration and menu, combining great food, entertainment, and front-row harbour views.
• Upgrades: Choose between 2, 4, or 6-course dinner options to match your preferred dining experience, with live music and a bonus drone show.

Inclusions

3-course dinner cruise

• 2-hour Vivid Sydney cruise
• 3-course dinner [Menu here]
• Individual restaurant seating

2-course dinner cruise (as per option selected)

• 2-hour Vivid Sydney cruise
• 2-course dinner [Menu here]
• Individual restaurant seating

4-course dinner cruise (as per option selected)

• 3-hour Vivid Sydney cruise
• 4-course dinner [Menu here]
• Live music & bonus drone show
• Individual restaurant seating

6-course dinner cruise (as per option selected)

• 3-hour Vivid Sydney cruise
• 6-course dinner [Menu here]
• Live music & bonus drone show
• Individual restaurant seating

2-Hour Cruise

• Your boarding point is at King St Wharf No.2 or No.4.
• Get directions to the boarding point
• Cruise timings: 5pm
• Please arrive 15 to 20 minutes early.

3-Hour Cruise

• Your boarding point is at Darling Harbour King St Wharf 1
• Get directions to the boarding point
• Cruise timings: 7pm
• Please arrive 15 to 20 minutes early.

What to bring

• Bring your camera, binoculars, jacket and seasickness medications.

Additional information

• Facilities: toilets
• Please note that all the meals are freshly prepared onboard by the professional culinary team using quality Australian ingredients.
• Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

A Vivid Sydney sunset dinner cruise with a miulti-course dining menu & early light views.

• Starting point: Board at King Street Wharf 1 and step aboard the flagship Sydney 2000 for your Vivid Sydney sunset cruise experience.
• Everything you get: A 2-hour Vivid Sydney cruise with multi-course dining. Enjoy live music on most nights, restaurant-style seating, and freshly prepared meals onboard.
• Sights covered: Watch the sunset over Sydney Harbour before seeing Vivid lights switch on at 6pm, including the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and harbour skyline.
• Why choose this: A perfectly timed early evening cruise combining sunset views, quality dining, and the magical moment Vivid lights illuminate the harbour. Ideal for a relaxed, crowd-free experience.
• Upgrades: Choose between 2, 3, or 4-course dinner cruises based on your preference, with select variants including live music on most nights for an enhanced onboard atmosphere.

Inclusions

• 2-hour Vivid Sydney sunset cruise
• 2-course, 3-course, or 4-course dinner (as per option selected)
• Live music on most nights (as per option selected)
• See the Vivid lights turn on at 6pm
• Individual restaurant seating

What to bring

• Bring your camera, binoculars, jacket and seasickness medications.

Accessibility

• The ship’s ocean deck is wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• Facilities: toilets
• Please note that all the meals are freshly prepared onboard by the professional culinary team using quality Australian ingredients.
• Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 19 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

A Vivid Sydney dinner cruise on a glass boat with floor-to-ceiling harbour views.

• Starting point: Board at King Street Wharf (Darling Harbour) and step onto the Clearview glass boat for your Vivid Sydney cruise experience.
• Everything you get: A 3-hour Vivid Sydney cruise aboard a glass-wrapped vessel with floor-to-ceiling windows and an open Sky Deck for 360° views. Indulge in a chef’s signature 4-course dinner with reserved seating and waiter service, while soaking in the illuminated harbour atmosphere. Drinks can be purchased onboard.
• Sights covered: Vivid Sydney light installations across the harbour, including the Opera House projections, Harbour Bridge displays, and the illuminated city skyline.
• Why choose this: A front-row, on-water Vivid experience that combines fine dining with uninterrupted views of Sydney’s biggest light festival, perfect for a relaxed, crowd-free night with stunning photo opportunities.
• Upgrades: Choose the 2-hour cruise where you can enjoy a cocktail-style buffet with access to an open bar.

Inclusions

3-Hour Dinner Cruise

• 3-hour Vivid Sydney glass boat dinner cruise
• Chef’s signature multi-course dinner [menu here]
• Reserved seats & waiter service

2-Hour Dinner Cruise with Open Bar (as per option selected)

• 2-hour Vivid Sydney dinner cruise
• Cocktail-style buffet dinner
• Access to open cocktail bar

What to bring

• Bring your camera, binoculars, and seasickness medications.

Accessibility

• The boat is not wheelchair accessible. The crew may assist guests with limited mobility during boarding, with guest or carer consent.
• Storage for motorised wheelchairs or heavy/non-collapsible mobility devices is not available onboard or at the wharf.
• Registered guide dogs are welcome and permitted to assist guests who require them.
• Infants who require their own seat or meals must be booked under a child ticket, as infant tickets do not include seating or catering.

Additional information

• All passengers, including infants, must be manifested for safety and security reasons. If you are cruising with an infant, please mention it in the additional comments when completing your booking.
• Beverage service (selection of beer, wine, soft drinks and juices) begins on boarding and concludes 15 minutes prior to the return time listed on your e-ticket.
• Guests with severe allergies or dietary sensitivities should use their own discretion when booking. The operator cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment and accepts no liability for allergen exposure.
• Smoking is permitted only in designated areas.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 4 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

A Vivid Sydney Gold dinner cruise with 6-course degustation, paired wines, & harbour views.

• Starting point: Board at Darling Harbour, King Street Wharf No.1, and step aboard the elegant dining vessel for your Vivid Sydney cruise experience.
• Everything you get: A 3-hour Vivid Sydney cruise featuring a 6-course gourmet degustation menu. Enjoy Penfolds premium beverages, live music, Gold personalised service, and a bonus Vivid Sydney Drone Show on selected nights.
• Sights covered: Vivid Sydney light installations across the harbour, including the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Luna Park, and other illuminated landmarks. Expansive windows and outdoor leisure decks offer unobstructed photo opportunities.
• Why choose this: Celebrate Vivid Sydney in style with exquisite dining, matched wines, live music, and either unobstructed harbour views from window seating or a relaxed, elegant interior experience, perfect for special occasions or corporate entertaining.
• Upgrade: Choose between window seating for guaranteed premium harbour views or non-window seating for a comfortable interior dining experience with equally attentive service.

Inclusions

• 3-hour Vivid Sydney dinner cruise
• 6-course degustation menu with a new Penfold wine selection [menu here]
• Gold personalised service
• Live music
• Bonus drone show (on selected nights)
• Window or non-window seat (as per option selected)

What to bring

• Bring your camera, binoculars, jacket and seasickness medications.

Additional information

• Facilities: toilets
• Please note that all the meals are freshly prepared onboard by the professional culinary team using quality Australian ingredients.
• This cruise offers a premium Gold beverage selection featuring Penfolds private bin and vintage wines to pair with each course, plus house spirits, liqueurs, beers, and soft drinks.
• Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 19 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

An intimate Vivid Sydney catamaran cruise with canapés, drinks, & harbour views.

• Starting point: Board at Pier 2, Walsh Bay, near The Rocks, and step onto the luxury multi-story catamaran Heaven for your Vivid Sydney cruise experience.
• Everything you get: A 1.5-hour Vivid Sydney cruise aboard a premium catamaran with indoor, outdoor, and covered viewing areas. Enjoy roaming canapés including dolmades, beef meatballs, fried rice cups, pulled pork sliders, and dessert treats, along with one complimentary beverage (beer, wine, juice, or soft drink). A licensed bar is also available for additional drinks.
• Sights covered: Vivid Sydney light installations across the harbour, including the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Luna Park, and other illuminated landmarks, with multiple deck areas offering unobstructed photo opportunities.
• Why choose this: Skip the crowds and experience Vivid Sydney from a small, intimate catamaran with a maximum of 40–45 guests, combining luxury, great food, drinks, and amazing night views for an unforgettable harbour experience.

Inclusions

• 1.5-hour Vivid Sydney cruise
• Experienced skipper & deck hand/host
• Roaming canapés & 1 complimentary beverage (beer, wine, soft drink, or juice)
• Access to a licensed bar

What to bring

• Bring your ID, camera, binoculars, jacket and seasickness medications.

Additional information

• This vessel can accommodate up to a maximum of 40 passengers.
• Cruise duration includes boarding and disembarking.
• Cruise schedules are dependent on minimum passenger numbers of 15.
• Some variations to food and beverage selections may occur from time to time due to availability.
• Please note that pick up & drop off is at Pier 2, Walsh Bay, which is located along the official Vivid lights walkway.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 7 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

A relaxed Vivid Sydney BYO cruise on a catamaran with open harbour views & light refreshments.

• Starting point: Board at King Street Wharf (Darling Harbour) and step onto the Kirralee catamaran for your Vivid Sydney cruise experience.
• Everything you get: A 1.5-hour Vivid Sydney sightseeing cruise on a spacious catamaran with indoor and outdoor viewing areas. Enjoy light refreshments, including an Italian-inspired antipasto spread with bread rolls and one non-alcoholic drink. You can also bring your own alcohol onboard for a flexible, social experience.
• Sights covered: Vivid Sydney light installations across the harbour, including the Opera House projections, Harbour Bridge displays, and the illuminated city skyline.
• Why choose this: A laid-back and budget-friendly way to experience Vivid Sydney on the water, perfect for groups who want the freedom to bring their own drinks while enjoying great views in a casual setting.

Inclusions

• 1.5-hour Vivid Sydney sightseeing cruise
• Experiences skipper & deck hand/ host
• Light refreshments: Italian-inspired antipasto spread with bread rolls & 1 beverage (soft drink, juice, or water)
• BYO alcohol allowed on onboard

What to bring

• Bring your camera, binoculars, jacket and seasickness medications.

Additional information

• Facilities: toilets
• Plan to arrive at the wharf 15-20 minutes prior to departure time.
• Cruise duration includes boarding and disembarking.
• Cruise schedules are dependent on minimum passenger numbers of 8. Smaller group bookings will be at the discretion of the operator team.
• Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 7 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

A private Vivid Sydney cruise with light refreshments, expert host & intimate catamaran views.

• Starting point: Board at Pier 2, Walsh Bay (or your preferred wharf) and step aboard the Kirralee catamaran for your private Vivid Sydney cruise experience.
• Everything you get: A 1.5-hour private harbour cruise for up to 25 guests with an experienced skipper and host. Enjoy light refreshments including an antipasto spread and one non-alcoholic drink, with the option to BYO alcohol (no corkage). The vessel features indoor and outdoor viewing areas, a sound system, and onboard facilities.
• Sights covered: Cruise past Vivid Sydney light displays across the harbour, including the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Luna Park, and other illuminated landmarks, with uninterrupted photo opportunities.
• Why choose this: See Vivid Sydney from the best vantage point, the water, on a private, crowd-free cruise with BYO drinks, flexible cruising, and unbeatable harbour views.

Inclusions

• 1.5-hour Vivid Sydney sightseeing cruise
• Experiences skipper & deck hand/ host
• A small group of up to 25 people
• Light refreshments: Italian-inspired antipasto spread with bread rolls & 1 beverage (soft drink, juice, or water)
• BYO alcohol allowed on onboard

What to bring

• Bring your camera, binoculars, jacket and seasickness medications.

What’s not allowed

• Outside food and beverages are not allowed onboard the cruise.
• Children below 4 are not allowed on this cruise.

Accessibility

• This cruise is not suitable for guests with neck, back and limb injury and pregnant women.

Additional information

• Facilities: Toilets
• Times may vary on the night of your cruise due to harbour traffic.
• Your cruise times include boarding and disembarking for all guests
• If the light show is cancelled the cruise will continue to operate.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 7 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

A Vivid Sydney showboat cruise with 3-course dining, live cabaret, & stunning harbour views.

• Starting point: Board at King Street Wharf 5 and step aboard the iconic Showboat II for your Vivid Sydney cruise experience.
• Everything you get: A 3-hour Vivid Sydney cruise featuring a 3-course dinner with entrée, main, and dessert. Enjoy live cabaret entertainment with The Voyage of Love show, restaurant-quality dining with reserved seating, and waiter service. Drinks are available for purchase onboard.
• Sights covered: Vivid Sydney light displays, including the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and illuminated vessels. Capture the magic from expansive windows or the paddlewheeler’s open decks.
• Why choose this: Experience Vivid Sydney like never before with dazzling lights, world-class cabaret, and fine dining aboard a historic paddlewheeler. Perfect for celebrations, date nights, or unforgettable festival evenings.

Inclusions

• 3-hour Vivid Sydney dinner cruise
• 3-course dinner
• Live cabaret show: ‘Voyage of Love’
• Reserved seats & waiter service
• Bonus drone show (on selected nights)

What to bring

• Bring your camera, binoculars, jacket and seasickness medications.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair and pram/ stroller accessible. The crew may assist guests with limited mobility during boarding, with guest or carer consent.
• Some onboard amenities are accessible by stairs only. This is not recommended for guests unable to use stairs.
• Prams are not permitted on board. Guests travelling with children in prams may request the crew to safely store the pram during boarding.

Additional information

• Guests should arrive at the wharf at least 15 minutes prior to boarding time stated on the ticket.
• All passengers, including infants, must be manifested for safety and security reasons. Guests with an infant, please mention it in the additional comments

• You can cancel these tickets up to 19 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.