Name: Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Afternoon Discovery Cruise
Brand: Sydney Harbour Tall Ships
Price: 28.13 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (117 reviews)

Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Afternoon Discovery Cruise
By: Sydney Harbour Tall Ships
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What you can expect during this experience

Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payment for gratuities and add-ons
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Hand sanitizer available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

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Overview

See a different side of Sydney Harbour from the deck of a traditional tall ship on a cruise ideal for visitors with limited time. This tour allows you to lend the crew a hand while sailing around Fort Denison, Sydney Opera House, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge for up-close and unobstructed photo ops. Plus, seafaring history buffs will love going deep into Sydney's maritime history through guide commentary.

Itinerary

You'll start at
Campbells Cove Jetty
The Rocks NSW 2000, Australia
The meeting point is located between Park Hyatt Hotel and the Overseas Passenger Terminal. One of the crew will be there at least 30 minutes before the cruise departure time to welcome you.
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Sydney Harbour Tall Ships
You'll end at
Campbells Cove Jetty
The Rocks NSW 2000, Australia
The meeting point is located between Park Hyatt Hotel and the Overseas Passenger Terminal. One of the crew will be there at least 30 minutes before the cruise departure time to welcome you.
See address & details

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Highlights

Imagine what early settlers experienced by traveling on a historic tall ship
Learn tons about Sydney's maritime history through a guide's commentary
Up-close views and photo ops of some of the harbor's highlights
Snacks and light refreshments provided

What to Expect

After stepping aboard your ship in the historic Rocks neighborhood, check out its detailed restoration work and learn about the 1850s-era tall ship through a guide's commentary. Besides getting out on Sydney Harbour to see the sights up close, you have the added benefit of sailing on an actual piece of history, which you learn more about as you travel. Pass under the Sydney Harbour Bridge and by the Sydney Opera House while listening to information about Sydney's history. History buffs will love delving deep into the city's rich maritime history, and adventurous travelers can help the crew steer the ship. Other highlights include Sydney Harbour National Park, Fort Denison, and Shark Island. If the sea winds wake your appetite, rest assured that light snacks and refreshments are served on board.

Important Information

Departure Point

Campbells Cove Jetty, The Rocks NSW 2000, Australia

Duration

1h 30m

Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Inclusions

1.5 hour cruise around beautiful Sydney Harbour.
(BBQ Chorizo Slices and Spinach & Cheese Triangles)
Great photo opportunity.
Sail past the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge and more from one of our historic timber ships.

Exclusions

Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Mast climb (available for purchase)
Drinks package (available for purchase)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Sydney Harbour Tall Ships reserves the right to add, withdraw, substitute and/or vary advertised routes, prices, departure times and locations without notice if considered necessary for the safety and welfare of the tall ship, its passengers and crew. However, reasonable effort will be made to maintain arrangements as advertised.
Sydney Harbour Tall Ships will not be liable for any loss or expense incurred by a passenger as a result.
Most travellers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travellers

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

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Jillian R wrote a review Feb 2020

Sydney, Australia1 contribution1 helpful vote

Birthday treat for sailor brother

Thoroughly enjoyed the Tall ship experience. All the staff involved were entertaining with a great attitude. Loved the anecdotes they told & the sincere effort they went to, to make the outing authentic. Would do it again in a heartbeat.Thanks,guys!

Date of experience: January 2020

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Brantley W wrote a review Jan 2020

4 contributions

Good way to see Sydney Harbour

The Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge look great from the water. Great picture opportunities. Drinks are available to buy on board and there are free snacks. Relax and see the view, help set the sails if you want to, and get a picture steering the ship. Tour guide…

Date of experience: January 2020

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Viktor C wrote a review Jan 2020

Boden, Sweden3 contributions1 helpful vote

Professional, great value!

Very good tour, you get the best view of the harbour. The staff where happy & there to give you the best experience. The history of the ship was interesting & you can help them to set the sail if you like! Definitely a recommendation

Date of experience: January 2020

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Shane wrote a review Dec 2019

Brisbane, Australia1 contribution1 helpful vote

Fantastic afternoon on the water!

What a brilliant way to see the sights of Sydney Harbour! Andy and Jimmy were fantastic hosts with a wealth of knowledge about the harbour and everything in it. A highlight for the kids was steering the boat and helping set the sail! The drinks and canapés were a nice touch for…

Date of experience: December 2019

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Paul B wrote a review Dec 2019

5 contributions

Nice cruise, great boat, expert crew.

Nice cruise, great boat, expert crew. The only minus (but nothing the cruise could help) was the massive fire haze over Sydney

Date of experience: December 2019

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Brilliant!

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Picturesque with a hint of history

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For the views!

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Such a great experience for any group/age

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Jeff M

Amazing experience

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Sarah M

Great experience

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Outstanding

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Duration: 1h 30m
Mobile Ticket Accepted
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Languages Offered: English

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