2 Night Sydney Harbour Weekend Cruises

MV Captain Cook's Explorer gives you an extraordinary experience onboard your own small cruise ship on beautiful Sydney Harbour. MV Captain Cook's Explorer is Sydney's only overnight cruise ship and takes you off the beaten track to places only the locals know.

You can be right up close to some of Sydney's most famous and beautiful areas. Enjoy a breathtaking sunset over the sails of the Sydney Opera House, a sparkling dawn on the cliffs of North Shore and explore the historic area of The Rocks.

Evenings on board MV Captain Cook's Explorer include a blend of first class food and wine, viewing spectacular harbour sights and enjoying great entertainment - all this while cruise Sydney Harbour. Included in the cruise are hearty buffet breakfasts, al fresco lunches and contemporary a la carte dinners.

The crew of the Explorer provide inside stories of the colourful residents, folklore and history of Sydney. What better way to spend a weekend than combining accommodation and tours aboard MV Captain Cook's Explorer 2 Night Weekend Cruise - the ideal Sydney Harbour Cruise.

Accommodation

The MV Captain Cook's Explorer has 61 cabins including 43 Outside Cabins and 18 Inside Cabins. Most cabins have twin beds, surcharge applies to cabins with double beds.

All Cabins Feature: Private bathroom ensuite on/off air-conditioning Serviced daily

Outside Cabins: Located on B & C Deck open onto outside walkways and have picture windows.

Inside Cabins: Located on D Deck open to an inside passageway and have portholes facing the outside.

Dining

Fresh local produce, is a highlight of your weekend experience aboard MV Captain Cook's Explorer. You will enjoy hearty buffet beakfasts, al fresco luncheons that feature fresh local seafood and a la carte dinners in contemporary Australian style.

Itinerary

Friday: Be welcomed by the friendly crew at Number 1 King Street Wharf, Darling Harbour. As the city lights begin to shine, you depart for the cruise. Tonight, anchor in Farm Cove by the shores of the Botanic Gardens, close to the sails of the Sydney Opera House.

Saturday: Active types can board the tender for a quick trip to Man o' War Steps beside the Opera House and a cool morning stroll through the Botanic Gardens. Once back on board, healthy appetites tuck-in to a hot buffet breakfast before heading for the upper reaches of the Parramatta and Lane Cove Rivers. See foreshores and bay sides packed with historic sites, trophy homes and prestige residential developments while your on-board commentator shares stories galore from the past and present.

The afternoon brings you back to town for an on-shore exploration of Sydney's historic Rocks district. Among immaculately preserved colonial architecture, you will find fabulous market and retail shopping, corner pubs, top art galleries and plenty of busking talent. Then set sail across the harbour and anchor off the northern foreshore for the Captain's Dinner and an evening of live music and dancing.

Sunday: The early morning crew is out again, this time for a walk through the bush and the old artillery emplacements on Bradley's Head. The hike is well worth it for the glorious harbour views from the headland. The mid-morning's cruise takes you into the territory of Sydney's rich and famous - the eastern suburbs. Your commentator lays out their history and relates intriguing anecdotes as you sail past huge homes and glamorous yachts bobbing at closely-packed moorings.

At beachside Watson's Bay, head ashore to explore the charming old fishing village and historic naval establishments which make up this exclusive suburb. You can take a guided walk to The Gap, an optional sea kayak tour around the picturesque bays, or relax in the waterside pub. Once again on board, lunch is served al fresco on the top deck and then cruise back to Darling Harbour.

* itineraries subject to change due to weather and other operational requirements.

Inclusions

2 nights cabin accommodation
All meals
Use of all onboard facilities
24 hour self service coffee bar
Guided headland walk
Entertainment

Vessel Details

MV Captain Cook's Explorer is Sydney's only overnight cruise ship and accommodates 116 passengers in 61 ensuite cabins.

Details: Tonnes 1160, Length 53 metres, Accommodated passengers 116, Cabins 61 (43 Outside and 18 Inside).

Facilities: 3 passenger accommodation decks, Dining room and cocktail bar with panoramic harbour views, Covered 'Observation Deck' for al fresco dining, sightseeing and relaxation, Lounge and library, Games chest and video

Departures

Departs: 6.00 pm every Friday (Summer) and once a month during Winter (29Jun : 27Jul : 31Aug). Departs from No. 1 King Street Wharf, Darling Harbour (boarding at 5.00pm)

Returns: 3.00pm on Sunday

Note: Excludes public holidays and special event weekends.

Additional Information

Children: Adult rates apply for children over 3 years. Infants to 2 years free of charge when using existing bedding however not recommended
Excludes: Personal purchases, drinks, any optional tours
Fit to travel: A Certificate of Fitness to travel by the clients doctor is required for passengers over 75 years of age and/or passengers with limited mobility
Operated By: Captain Cook Cruises