R
Worth the investment
Good value even though pricey. Food and wine were plentiful and cruise allows you to get good pics of all the harbor’s sights.
Sydney Harbour Degustation Dinner Cruise with Penfolds Wines
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $219 / person
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 · 173 reviews
- Group
- Small group, up to 80
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Please check in at least 30 minutes prior to departure to collect tickets from the ticket office located opposite King Street Wharf 1, Darling Harbour.
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Treat yourself to a premium dining experience on Sydney Harbour. Cruise in luxury while dining on a five-course degustation dinner complimented by Penfolds gold selection of bin and vintage wines accompanying each course. All this to the backdrop of world-famous Sydney Harbour.
Tour Options
Highlights
Live music Sat-Sun
Unlimited beer, wine, house spirits and soft drinks
5-course degustation dining complimented by Penfolds wines
What's included
Included
Live music Sat-Sun
Unlimited beer, wine, house spirits and soft drinks
5-course degustation dining complimented by Penfolds wines
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
4.4
173 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is smart
- This is a specialty menu and we regret there are no variations available for special diets
- Access to upper decks is via stairs only - please request accessibility information at time of booking if required.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sydney Harbour Degustation Dinner Cruise with Penfolds Wines take?
Sydney Harbour Degustation Dinner Cruise with Penfolds Wines lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Sydney Harbour Degustation Dinner Cruise with Penfolds Wines cost?
Prices start at $219 per person for this Sydney experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Sydney Harbour Degustation Dinner Cruise with Penfolds Wines for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please check in at least 30 minutes prior to departure to collect tickets from the ticket office located opposite King Street Wharf 1, Darling Harbour.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 80 participants.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Access to upper decks is via stairs only - please request accessibility information at time of booking if required.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Sydney Harbour Degustation Dinner Cruise with Penfolds Wines worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 173 verified reviews; it is run by Captain Cook Cruises. Most-mentioned highlights: Live music Sat-Sun; Unlimited beer, wine, house spirits and soft drinks; 5-course degustation dining complimented by Penfolds wines.
Reviews(173)
M
Best Dinner Cruise
Fabulous dinner cruise with amazing views of Darling Harbor and the Opera House. The service and cuisine is outstanding and very elegant plus the live music made for a very romantic evening. Highly recommend the Penfolds wine pairing!!
S
Nice night out on a harbour cruise
Lovely dinner with matching wines. Beautiful views of Sydney harbour from the boat including the bridge and Opera House. Went on a Saturday night so also got to enjoy the fireworks up close.
Operator response
Dear samfromsydney2018 Thank you for the lovely review. Our team puts real thought into matching wines to each course, so it is good to know it landed well. The Bridge and the Opera House never lose their appeal from the water, and catching the fireworks on the same evening is a fine bonus when the calendar lines up. We hope to welcome you back on board. Kind regards, Customer Care Team Captain Cook Cruises
K
A lovely anniversary dinner :)
We did the Penfolds wine and food pairing degustation dinner to celebrate our anniversary and were very happy with the experience. -The pick up location was easy to find/get to - The staff were friendly and helpful - The food and wine were excellent - The experience of eating your dinner while floating around the Harbour provided a lovely atmosphere.
D
Everything about this...
Everything about this experience was top notch. The service was wonderful, the views amazing and the foods and wines were excellent. Can’t recommend enough for an evening in Sydney.
I
A must do!
The staff was incredible. All the food was superb and the wain pairings were phenomenal. The ship was well appointed and very clean. The tour of sites was perfect. The onboard entertainment was an added bonus.
Operator response
Hi Brenda, Thank you for the 5-star review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed a lovely evening with wonderful food and great service on board. It’s always a pleasure to know we’ve helped create a memorable experience along Sydney Harbour. We take great pride in delivering exceptional service and are pleased to know that we have upheld our standards. Your feedback is truly appreciated, and we hope to welcome you back on board again soon. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises
C
Totally worth the money!
This was definitely worth the money! Book the guaranteed window seat and the Penfolds wine dinner. They kept the wine flowing and the food was fabulous! Mindy was our server and she was a gem! She was very attentive and friendly. We loved it!
T
Food was fabulous, ...
Food was fabulous, service was excellent. We upgraded to window gold. It was well worth the little extra.
J
Fabulous food. Disappointing shortening of experience.
Booked for a 3 hour experience which ended up being cut short to 2 hours! Disappointed, especially as there was a refusal for a partial refund - dispute still ongoing. Since this experience the operator has now changed their advertisement to show 2 hours rather than the 3 it was a few days ago. The food was absolutely delicious and our waitress was lovely.
Operator response
Hi Jayne, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, and please accept our sincere apologies for the confusion regarding the cruise duration. We would like to clarify that our Gold Penfolds Dinner Cruise operates for 3 hours on Fridays and Sundays, while on other days it is scheduled as a 2-hour experience. This has been our standard operating schedule, and we are sorry that this was not communicated clearly at the time of your booking. We understand how disappointing this would have been and apologise for the miscommunication. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the food and that our waitress provided lovely service, and we truly appreciate you highlighting these positives. We take great pride in delivering exceptional service and are pleased to know that we have upheld our standards in these areas. Your feedback is truly appreciated, and we will continue to use it to improve our communication and overall guest experience. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back on board again soon for a more seamless and enjoyable experience. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises
T
Great time
The food and drink was excellent however, it was only a two hour roundctrip not 3 as paid for . The operator stated that it is always two hours.
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