The 4 Best Sydney Christmas Tours

1.New Years Eve Sydney Harbour Cruise 2026-2027

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · from $1,219Our pick

Board Sydney Sundancer at King Street Wharf at 5:00 pm for an eight-hour New Year’s Eve cruise. Expect a seafood-heavy feast, Bollinger Champagne, wine, beer, Opera House photos, Harbour Bridge views, and a prime fireworks anchorage for up to 50 people.

“This truly checked off a top item on my bucket list. John maneuvered the boat so that we had a front row view of the New Years fireworks over the Harbor Bridge. In addition, the food was abundant and tasty, and there was champagne, wine, and beer flowing freely for those who wanted it. It was an experience I will never forget!”

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2.Christmas Day Cruise on Sydney Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $121Top rated

Meet at Circular Quay for a three-hour Christmas lunch cruise aboard Sydney Princess Cruises. Enjoy seafood, roasted meats, salads, Christmas pudding, beer, wine, sparkling wine, soft drinks, and juice while passing the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Point Piper, Rose Bay, and the Sydney skyline.

“Try and get a seat upstairs to get a better view. Our view was obstructed by a couple of palm trees pretending to be Xmas trees. Staff were friendly and helpful. Pity about the weather but at least it was not too choppy. The food was quite Read more”

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3.Christmas Day Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $105Best value

Join Vagabond Cruises at noon in Walsh Bay for a three-hour Christmas lunch aboard the MV Vagabond Spirit. You get a seated seafood and carvery buffet, dessert, music, bon-bons, Santa, and harbour views from outdoor decks. Drinks cost extra, and the cruise returns to its starting point.

“Last year my family didn't make it on our booked Christmas cruise due to Covid so it was credited for this year. I rang up Vagabond in early November to rebook on the Princess. They were very busy, I think short staffed so the communication Read more”

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4.Sydney Opera House New Year’s Eve Opera Gala

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $495

You’ll attend a 2-hour-45-minute Opera Australia gala at Sydney Opera House, hearing Verdi, Bizet, and Puccini with premium or reserve seating. During intermission, step outside for Sydney Harbour fireworks. Entry to the Opera House site is guaranteed, but clear bridge and fireworks views are not.

“Mind blowing...Lovely performance...The staff members of Opera house were very warm and welcoming as well:...Paashin :”

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