Tours/Sydney/High Tea Cruise on Sydney Harbour
Viator · group up to 150 pax

High Tea Cruise on Sydney Harbour

4.4(95)Sydney1 hour
VIATOR4.6(71)TRIPADVISOR3.8(24)

Description

Ladies and gentlemen: All aboard for High Tea at sea! Start your Sydney Harbour cruise in style with a glass of sparkling wine. Your tea is served with a delicious assortment of hot and cold treats that will tempt both your sweet tooth and savoury tastes.

Tour Options

2pm Circular Quay
  • High Tea & wine: Sweet & savoury high tea platter plus a glass of sparkling wine Cruise departs: Circular Quay Wharf 6

Highlights

Glass of sparkling wine
Sweet and savory High Tea selection

What's included

Included
Glass of sparkling wine
Sweet and savory High Tea selection
Not included
Drinks (available to purchase onboard)

Traveller Ratings

4.4
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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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

Reviews(95)

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Adriaan_V
June 3, 2026
The Harbour High Tea...

The Harbour High Tea Cruise is truly a standout experience and an absolute must do. The selection of treats is exquisite, beautifully presented and just as delicious as they look, making every bite feel indulgent. What really sets this cruise apart is the warm and welcoming service onboard. The staff are attentive, friendly, and go out of their way to ensure a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. The cruise itself offers an extended tour of the harbour and surrounding areas, giving you plenty of time to take in the iconic views from every angle. A perfect blend of luxury, scenery, and hospitality. Highly recommended.

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William_S
May 13, 2026
Great trip for an afternoon

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

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Allison_M
April 17, 2026
Overall this was a lovely...

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.

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Kara_B
February 6, 2026
A Relaxing Cruise with Beautiful Harbour Views

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.

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Resort28101471571
January 7, 2026
Unreasonable admission prices

I reached out to the team as I tried booking for high tea for my family however I noticed that the prices for adults and kids were the same. The team confirmed that the price was the same for adults and kids and I was told that this was a set menu. Which does not provide any sensible explanation to how a child’s food type and quantity would be the same. The standard menu had bubbles and tea and no child would be utilising that option so therefore a complete waste of money to be paying an adults price and not utilising the menu. If people booking need an adult option for their older kids then they would do that but it makes no sense for a 4,5,6,7 etc years old to be getting an adults menu. I did provide this as a feedback to the team hopefully they consider as many other high teas in Sydney have kids and adults prices as separate.

Operator response

Hi Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We would like to respectfully clarify that the High Tea experience itself was not purchased or attended, so the one-star rating does not reflect the quality of the product, service or onboard experience delivered to our guests. We take all feedback seriously, however we do believe ratings are most meaningful when based on first-hand experience. That said, we do genuinely appreciate you raising the point regarding the absence of a dedicated child price. This is helpful feedback, and we thank you for bringing it to our attention. It is something that has not previously been flagged and we agree that greater clarity in this area is important for families considering the experience. We are now reviewing our pricing structure and will be updating this accordingly. Thank you again for taking the time to share your perspective. Best Regards, Captain Cook Cruises

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Carolina_A
January 2, 2026
Lovely experience, highly recommend

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

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Candace_B
December 15, 2025
Great food and service....

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

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Dholakia2014
November 23, 2025
Beautiful views

Very spacious cruise with warm welcome and timely distribution of juices, coffee, biscuits etc. The scenic beauty of Sydney harbour captivated us. Majestic Darling harbour and Symbolic Sydney Opera House in one frame is a delight for visitors like us. As weather was moderate we enjoyed view from the deck too!

Operator response

Hi Dholakia, Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful experience with us. It’s always our goal to provide memorable moments on Sydney Harbour, and we’re delighted we could deliver that for you. 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

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X9121LEdianem
November 21, 2025
Disappointment

The service was very poor. We waited 35 minutes before we were offered any beverage as the cruise was only one and a half hours also on the website it was stated that all the food was made fresh on board and it definitely was not all fresh. The food was very limited with hardly any savouring food and my friend who had a nut allergy was handed one piece of cake and was not told if anything else on the platter was okay for her to eat. The girl that served just made us feel like we were an inconvenience to her. I would definitely not recommend this cruise as it wasn’t cheap and i’ve definitely been on better. I was embarrassed as it was my suggestion to go on this high tea and unfortunately we were all very disappointed.

Operator response

Hi Diane, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are truly sorry that we did not uphold the standards that most of our guests enjoy. We take all comments seriously, especially regarding food quality and guest service, and we will be raising your feedback to our management team for further investigation. Your experience does not reflect the level of hospitality we aim to deliver, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We take great pride in delivering exceptional service andYour feedback is truly appreciated, and we hope to welcome you back on board again soon for an improved experience. Best regards, Captain Cook Cruises

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Karen_Q
October 24, 2025
Amazing cruise, on a stunning yacht.

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.

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