easy
3 hours
No special fitness required, suitable for most guests
Celebrate Boxing Day with a lively lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour, complete with stunning views, scrumptious food, and boat racing action. An unforgettable way to enjoy the holiday!
All Ages • 3 Hours • Experience the start of the iconic Sydney to Hobart yacht race
Celebrate Boxing Day on Sydney Harbour with Vagabond Cruises! Enjoy a three-hour cruise featuring a delicious seafood and carvery lunch, live commentary, and stunning views of the iconic Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. Experience the thrill of the race while indulging in tempting desserts and drinks in a vibrant atmosphere.
3 Hours
This Boxing Day, join us aboard our flagship, the MV Vagabond Spirit or our classic, timber MV Vagabond Princess and experience the excitement that is the start of the Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race with great food, fantastic service and electric atmosphere on spectacular Sydney Harbour.
Get up close to all the action whilst you dig into a delicious seafood and carvery lunch served to your table and enjoy live harbour commentary from your captain. Indulge in a selection of tempting desserts, coffee and tea and enter to win one of our lucky door prizes. Grab a cold drink at the bar and take advantage of our outdoor viewing decks as the yachts race for first place out of Sydney Heads and commence their 628 nautical mile journey to Hobart.
Over the past 75 years, the Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race has become an icon of Australia's summer sport, watched by millions all over the world and attracting people in the thousands to Sydney Harbour and its forshores on Boxing Day every year. With a range of tickets for adults, children, concessions and families, Vagabond Cruises invites you and the whole clan along to share in the tradition, innovation and excitement that is Boxing Day on spectacular Sydney Harbour.
SEAFOOD & CARVERY BUFFET
Fresh seafood selection
Hot selection
Fresh selection
DESSERT
GF | Gluten Free V | Vegetarian (Sample menu - items subject to change without notice)
Food allergy disclaimer Please be aware that our kitchens process foods containing eggs, dairy, gluten, seafood, nuts, sesame seeds and capsicum. Whist measures are taken to avoid cross contamination, we can not guarantee a total absence of these products from any of our dishes. Vagabond Cruises does not accept liability for any adverse reactions due to allergy or intolerance from food consumed on board.
Get to the dock at least 15 minutes before departure for smooth boarding.
Wear layers and sun protection to stay comfortable on deck.
Protect your skin during the outdoor cruise, especially in summer.
Bring a camera or smartphone to photograph the iconic views and yacht races.
Sydney Harbour has a rich maritime history dating back to the First Fleet in 1788, making it one of the world's most historic ports.
Vagabond Cruises prioritizes eco-friendly practices including waste reduction and responsible wildlife watching.
Protect your skin from UV rays during the outdoor cruise.
summer specific
Shield your eyes from the sun while enjoying the views.
summer specific
Stay warm during the cooler months.
winter specific
Capture memorable moments and scenic views.