High Tea Cruise on Sydney Harbour

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Sydney, Australia

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Why travelers loved this

4.4

· Karen_Q ·

Oct 2025

This cruise with high tea was fabulous!!! The boat was a large, cruising yacht with plenty of room for everybody. They assigned you to a beautiful table near the window and start you off with glass of champagne, from there tea and coffee, sweets and treats are delivered to your table. This cruise is extremely enjoyable and relaxing. I highly recommend and would do it again in a minute.

· Candace_B ·

Dec 2025

Great food and service. The entertainment was also good. The entire staff created a safe and enjoyable environment.

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Overview

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon cruise around Sydney Harbour accompanied by high tea and sparkling wine. Admire clear views of iconic landmarks such as Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison and the city skyline during your 1.5-hour scenic sightseeing cruise while savoring an assortment of sweet and savory items, including finger sandwiches, blinis, scones, and petit fours.

Enjoy a Sydney Harbour High Tea sightseeing cruise
Soak up the fantastic views of harbor landmarks
Delight in a variety of sweet and savory high tea items
Sip on a glass of complimentary sparkling wine

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

Sip a glass of bubbly with high tea while admiring the sights of the harbor on this short cruise.

Sample Menu

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Queensland Prawns on Blini

will dill crème fraiche

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Assorted Finger Sandwiches

of chicken & avocado, turkey & brie, smoked salmon

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Mini Sweet & Savoury Tarlets

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Mini Quiches & Savoury Pastries

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Classic Scones

with strawberry preserve & and vanilla cream

Starter

Assorted Petit Fours & Macarons

What's Included

Sweet and savory High Tea selection
Glass of sparkling wine

Drinks (available to purchase onboard)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Circular Quay Wharf 6
Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Check in at the ticket office located on Wharf 6 Circular Quay at least 20 minutes prior to your 2pm departure.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.2:00 pm

What To Expect

After making your own way in the afternoon to the dock at Circular Quay, set sail aboard your deluxe motor yacht. Upon boarding your vessel, receive a glass of sparkling wine. You can also snack on a high tea that offers a choice of delicious nibbles such as finger sandwiches, scones with jam and cream, delicate desserts and hot tea and coffee.

Multiple exterior decks and spacious cabin interiors with large viewing windows offer great views of iconic Sydney landmarks as you slowly cruise past them. As your sturdy boat glides smoothly around the harbor, have time to snap photos of classic sights including Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge.

At the end of your 90-minute cruise, your captain returns you to the dock to end your tour.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney Harbour

Circular Quay

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney Opera House

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available

Most travelers can participate
Seating on upper decks is via stairs only (no elevator) - please request accessibility information at time of booking if required.
Dress code is smart casual
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking and we will aim to accommodate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Karen_Q

Reviews

4.4

based on 94 reviews

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Great trip for an afternoon

William_S, May 2026

Fantastic afternoon tea, it was delicious. Complemented by great views of the harbour, Opera house and bridge.

Overall this was a lovely...

Allison_M, Apr 2026

Overall this was a lovely experience and one I would recommend to anyone wanting a nice high tea experience in beautiful Sydney harbour. The cruise shows you many of the wonderful sights of Sydney and we were fortunate to see dolphins as well on our trip. The food was delicious and plentiful. The tea options were very limited, and nothing special. We had to ask a couple of times for normal black tea, by the time it arrived the hot water provided to us had gone lukewarm. Unfortunately our table was one of the last to be served so by the time our food arrived we were already well into the cruise time and the hot items were cold. We understand not everyone can be served immediately but would still aspect items to be warm at least. We were doing this experience with our baby and unlucky timing for us meant he woke up when our food was finally served, of course this was to no fault of the cruise company as this is our decision to bring a small child onto this experience. However when we asked if we may take our high tea with us (as I was unable to finish my high tea due to our baby), we were flat out refused to do so, with very little to no understanding provided to our circumstances. My husband is also in a wheelchair and needs assistance with eating so managing this and our baby is of course our challenge, but we were simply hoping we could take our food with us given we were unable to have most of it on the cruise due to the time taken for it to arrive at our table. Nonetheless our unique circumstances aside we would have appreciated some understanding here. The cruise itself was wonderful and very picturesque. The staff helping to board the guests onto the boat were wonderful and very helpful with our pram and wheelchair.

A Relaxing Cruise with Beautiful Harbour Views

Kara_B, Feb 2026

We enjoyed a pleasant afternoon on the Sydney Harbour high tea cruise. The views of the Harbour were beautiful and, of course, being out on the water is always special. It’s a lovely way to take in the scenery and enjoy some time relaxing. The atmosphere was nice and comfortable, and the service was smooth. The food and drinks were enjoyable, though fairly standard for a high tea experience. Overall, it was a nice outing with beautiful views — a good option if you’re looking for a relaxed way to see the Harbour.

Lovely experience, highly recommend

Carolina_A, Jan 2026

Absolutely, food was beautiful..relaxing and I would do it again, maybe we some company as I didn't get through it all

Great food and service....

Candace_B, Dec 2025

Great food and service. The entertainment was also good. The entire staff created a safe and enjoyable environment.

Amazing cruise, on a stunning yacht.

Karen_Q, Oct 2025

Enjoyable Day cruise

Andrew_G, Oct 2025

Delightful trip even with the rain. We boarded the boat, they sat us at our reserved a table, brought a glass of champagne, tea pot (about 5 different tea packs were on the table) and 3-tier tray of finger foods. All delicious. You do have the option to order wines, hard liqueurs, non-alcoholic drinks, side snacks and other options while onboard for a fee. No narration of the scenery you’re passing, just light music playing in the background. It was relaxing and enjoyable.

Cute and sweet harbor cruise

Emma_W, Jun 2025

We loved our experience on the harbor cruise!! They gave us plentiful and yummy treats! We had pretty great views with window seats. However my husband kept getting caught in the sun and was unbearably hot at least 90% of the time. So he didn’t enjoy it too much. But I love the ambience and luxury this cruise showcased

High Tea

Christina_V, Apr 2025

The ferry ride was beautiful. The food for the high tea was very good. It was a pleasant way to see the Harbour .

We had such a lovely...

Alysia_C, Apr 2025

We had such a lovely afternoon! The staff were friendly and went above and beyond to give us the best High tea experience. The food was beautifully presented, freshly made and delicious. Topped by stunning views through large paned windows, this was a perfect day to spend with loved ones!

Relaxing, beautiful...

Diana_S, Mar 2025

Relaxing, beautiful views, educational and an overall wonderful experience. I highly recommend this tour!

Lovely afternoon.

Stephanie_D, Jan 2025

What a lovely experience. We had a couple of hours to fill before a wedding and this was perfect. The food was delish and the views amazing.

Scrumptious!

Eoin_K, Jan 2025

This was an incredible culinary experience! The sights of the Harbour are beautiful but secondary to the delicious food offered! Delicious sandwiches, scones with preserves and clotted cream, and a wide assortment of small desserts, this high tea was well worth the money. The staff is so friendly and helpful, from the boat crew to all the waitstaff.

High Tea on Scenic Cruise

Susanne_A, Jan 2025

Tea time food and tea was delicious and varied service was excellent. Very relaxing cruise Highly Recommend for British visitors

High Tea Cruise- Sydney Harbour

Grace_K, Dec 2024

I highly recommend this event. The boat is fine, food and service is lovely. A nice tour of the Harbour as well.

Great views of Opera...

Judith_Y, Dec 2024

Great views of Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge whilst enjoying a glass of bubbly and lovely cakes. Would have liked some sort of commentary, even if pre-recorded.

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We're pleased that you enjoyed the views of the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge along with the bubbly and cakes. We appreciate your suggestion and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for an even better experience in the future. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises

Not what I’d expect from this company

Teresa_T, Nov 2024

Not overly rapt with this experience! The food was very ordinary - sandwiches were a little stale the pastries a little dry and the selection of sweets were horrible! One was dripping syrup and looks very old! The strawberries with chocolate were good - the scones were great! Probably the only thing on the 3 trays that was great! Service was good but I noticed a lot of people left a lot of the food on the plates! Selection of tea was good also! There was no commentary as to where on the harbour we were or pointing out Andy points of interest! Thanks but I don’t think I’d do this again, unfortunately!

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We regret that your experience did not meet your expectations and appreciate you bringing these points to our attention. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed some elements, such as the scones, strawberries, and tea selection. We hope you might consider giving us another opportunity to provide a better experience in the future. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises

Friends

CarolTawhiti_C, Nov 2024

The veiws. The high tea was lovely second time taking this cruise. Will return to try a new cruise next year

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the views and the high tea on your second cruise with us. We look forward to welcoming you back next year to try a new experience. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises

Amazing experience

Narelle_H, Nov 2024

An amazing afternoon of beautiful food and wonderful sights. Perfect amount of food and the staff were so lovely

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had an amazing afternoon with beautiful food, wonderful sights, and great service from our lovely staff. We look forward to welcoming you aboard again soon for another fantastic experience. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises

High Tea and Happy People

Alicia_W, Sep 2024

It was a fabulous experience with great food and amazing staff. They catered so well to our food allergies and never made us feel like it was a bother. I would definitely recommend Captain Cook Cruises for any water excursions. The seating along the windows of the vessel gave unmatched views of the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. It was also one of the best high teas I have ever had. Come hungry because there is a lot of food! I would definitely recommend. It as a must do in your Sydney itinerary.

Response from Host, Sep 2024

Hi Alicia, Thank you for sharing such a wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a fabulous experience and that our team was able to accommodate your food allergies with care. It’s great to know you enjoyed the amazing views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House, as well as our high tea offerings. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re glad we could be a memorable part of your Sydney itinerary. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable experience! Best Regards, Captain Cook Sydney Team

Excellent way to see the harbour!

Rebekah_N, Jul 2024

This was a great afternoon on the harbour. There was a lot of delicious food including sandwiches, quiches, scones and cakes. I strongly recommend after you finish eating you go to the top deck of the boat for the glorious harbour views.

Great time but could’ve been better!

Christina_F, May 2024

The views from this harbor cruise were absolutely wonderful, the high tea was a fun experience, and the atmosphere was romantic for my husband and I. The only things I would’ve liked differently: we were not seated by the window, which we thought was guaranteed but apparently you have to pay extra for that. 90% of the seats had their high tea platters at the start of the cruise, but ours took 30 min to come. We also didn’t have a full set of tea options at our table (some packs were even already opened and empty). By the time the live music started, we were also 30 min into the cruise (the entire thing is 1 and a half hours). They didn’t let us know that we could go out the the top deck for outside photos and experience at all, and we didn’t get to go out until the last 10 min when we heard other tables going out back. All in all a beautiful time but if they made more of an effort to show care for their guests onboard, it would have been a 10/10. Still fun and worth a trip!

Best high tea ever. ...

Barbara_D, Apr 2024

Best high tea ever. Staff were great and food was amazing. My only complaint is that when booking the cost is in US dollars which is not shown until payment made. In saying this was well worth the money, would just like it to be clear on booking.

Enjoyable day on Sydney Harbor

Erin_G, Apr 2024

We enjoyed a nice tea with plenty of tasty choices and nice English Breakfast tea with milk. From our window we were able to experience the beautiful neighborhoods that dot the harbor and the spectacular architecture that has given Sydney such fame. That being said, I don't think the trip would be enjoyable on a dark or rainy day. So plan accordingly for a special day, hopefully with someone to share all those pastries. Oh and since they refused to provide a take out sack or box, do plan ahead and bring one along. I hate to waste.

Afternoon tea with class

Jeanine_J, Mar 2024

The wonderful ship ride around Sydney Harbor that was offset by a beautiful and delicious tea. The food was thoughtful and creative. The service was excellent and we are talking about doing it again. Loved it.

Excellent experience

Jeannie_B, Mar 2024

Although the tea was just regular bagged tea, the food was absolutely delicious and plentiful. The presentation was gorgeous and everything tasted so good. The staff were also very nice. We were blessed with a gorgeous sunny day so our cruise down the river was perfect. Highly recommend this!