About this tour
Celebrate Australia Day aboard the MV Vagabond Spirit with a three-course seated lunch whilst watching Sydney Harbour's Ferrython and parade unfold around you. Spend 3.5 hours on the water catching the 21-gun salute, the tug and yacht ballet, and hundreds of decorated vessels competing under the bridge. The captain provides live commentary as you eat, drink from the bar, and claim a spot on the outdoor decks to take in the full spectacle of the day's events.
Highlights
- Three-course seated lunch during active harbour parade
- 21-gun salute to Australia fired from the shore
- Ferrython racing under Sydney Harbour Bridge
- Tug and yacht ballet with decorated vessels
- Outdoor deck views of the entire Australia Day celebration
- Live captain commentary throughout the cruise
- Bar access for non-alcoholic and paid beverages
What to expect
You'll board the MV Vagabond Spirit and settle into a seated position as lunch service begins. The three-course meal arrives whilst the harbour fills with activity—ferries racing each other, tugs performing synchronized manoeuvres, and yachts dressed in flags and inflatables. The captain narrates key moments from the bridge. Around midday, the 21-gun salute fires and the full Australia Day Harbour Parade rolls past: hundreds of boats in costume, competing for spectators' attention. You can move between indoor and outdoor decks throughout; bring sunscreen and a hat.
Good to know
Tea and coffee included; alcoholic drinks available for purchase at the bar. Public transport gets you to the wharf—check the operator's meeting point. Prams and specialized infant seats are available. The cruise runs rain or shine. Book ahead as Australia Day attracts crowds.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.