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Vivid Sydney Dinner Cruise 2013
From May 24 to June 10, 2013, Sydney goes vivid with lights, music, theatre, design, fashion and everything else that can make a city come alive!

Watch the city skyline as Sydney lights up like never before. In 2011 “Lighting the Sails” was masterminded by the French based digital projection artists Superbien. The sails of Sydney Opera House were transformed into a beautiful canvas where creative minds painted their visions in light!

In 2010, Vivid Sydney saw the amazing handiwork of the curator duo, Lou Reed and Laurie Anderson, transforming the iconic sails into a series of breathtaking colourful images!

In 2011, Campbell's Cove in the Rocks held the world’s biggest and most incredible campfire, Fire Dance, with flames choreographed to music. The Cove burst into dancing flames five times every night of Vivid Sydney, with flames rising higher than a three-storey house. It was an incredible spectacle from the water.

In previous year, there were also more than 40 spectacular light installations throughout Circular Quay – amazing works of art by various local and international artists.

Don’t miss out on Vivid Sydney 2013– A creative celebration not to be missed!


CRUISE INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS
From
$99
  • Spectacular views of the Vivid Sydney Festival from the water
  • 3 hour dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour
  • Deluxe 3 course menu
  • 1 hour dazzling performing arts show
  • Magician & table magic

Cruise Timing :- Boarding : 7:00pm / Departs : 7:30pm / Returns : 10:00pm
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  • SARAH

    The whole day was a wonderful experience which I will have no hesitation in recommending to others. Thank you & your wonderful staff for a truly unforgettable day.
  • Kara Lee

    We went on the Showboat Dinner cruise and had a fantastic night!!! Everything was lovely, the food, the staff, the entertainment and the city lights.
  • Angela

    The magician was great and loved the comedy side. As he was entertaining, I would have loved to see more magic and comedy from him.
  • Dianne

    I have been on the Showboat before. The new show and costumes were amazing, much faster pace and an overall fantastic experience.
  • Sharon

    Thank you!! It was an extremely enjoyable experience and my partner and I thoroughly enjoyed it. My compliments to all staff.

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  Showboat 3 Course Dinner Menu
  • Entree Platter - served chilled
    Chef's platter of smoked salmon rolls, Tandoori spiced chicken drumettes & chilli garlic prawns - shared between two guests.
  • Main Flavours - Alternate Serve
    Northern rivers prime veal cutlet with mushroom and ricotta tart (Premium Australian Beef).
    Oven roasted chicken breast with asparagus, porcini mushrooms, mash & champagne cream.
    Chef's vegetarian dish of the day (on request)
  • Dessert Platter
    Platter of vanilla bean panacotta, rich chocolate cake and heavenly tiramisu – shared between two guests.
**Indicative menu only, items subject to change without notice.
   Azure Deck Drinks Menu
    Beverage Package Upgrade - $30 Per Person
    Enjoy unlimited beverages for the duration of the cruise.

    The beverage package includes:

  • Pure Blonde
  • Carlton Draught
  • Cascade Light
  • Hardy's Brut Reserve – Reynella, South Australia
    Stylish, matured Australian sparkling wine displaying rich fruit, soft full flavours, ideal for any occasion.
  • Hardy's Sauvignon Blanc – Reynella, South Australia
    A lovely wine displaying crisp fruit flavours. An ideal wine to accompany most meals.
  • Hardy's Shiraz Cabernet – Reynella, South Australia
    This wine combined the spicy warmth of shiraz with the rich fruity characters of cabernet.
    An ideal wine with beef and pasta.
  • Fruit Juices
  • Soft Drinks
  Showboat Cruise Program

The famous Sydney Showboat Dinner Cruise commences boarding at 7pm from King Street Wharf 5.

A night to truly remember…

  • 07:00pm -- You will be greeted by our glamorous Australian showgirls and seated at your reserved table.
                       Your entrée is served.
  • 07:30pm -- As the Showboat departs Mr. Showboat will bring magic to your table.
  • 08:00pm -- Stroll the spacious outdoor decks and savour the world famous views of Sydney Harbour before
                       enjoying your main course.
  • 08:30pm -- Anniversary celebrations and magic show on stage while your dessert platter is being served.
  • 09:00pm --It’s Showtime! Our spectacular show begins ‘The Voyage Of Love’.
  • 10:00pm -- Showboat returns to King Street Wharf. Farewell from the cast and crew!
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  Lunch Buffet Menu
  • Fresh prawns with tomato mayonnaise
  • Hungarian Beef
  • Butter Chicken
  • Platter of honey glazed leg ham
  • Traditional roast turkey



  • Thai green fish curry
  • Roasted chat potatoes and brussel sprouts tossed in olive oil and rosemary (v)
  • Cauliflower gratin (v)
  • Hokkien noodles with ginger & shallot(v)
  • Seafood paella, mussels with tomato and Spanish onion
  • Penne tossed with baby spinach and toasted pine nuts (v)
  • Steamed rice



  • Homemade linguini with smoked salmon and ricotta
  • Waldorf salad (v)
  • Tomato, bocconcini, chick peas and chopped olives (v)
  • ‘Create your own’ Caesar salad
  • Seeded mustard and potato salad (v)
  • Bread Rolls



  • Fresh fruit (v)
  • Selection of desserts including fruit mince pies with custard
    • **Indicative menu only, items are subject to change without notice.
   Showboat Drinks Menu
  • Beverage Package Upgrade
    • This beverage package includes all the beverages listed below for the duration of the cruise (Approximately 3 hours including boarding).

    The beverage package includes:

  • Pure Blonde
  • Carlton Draught
  • Cascade Light
  • Hardy's Brut Reserve – Reynella, South Australia
    Stylish, matured Australian sparkling wine displaying rich fruit, soft full flavours, ideal for any occasion.
  • Hardy's Sauvignon Blanc – Reynella, South Australia
    A lovely wine displaying crisp fruit flavours. An ideal wine to accompany most meals.
  • Hardy's Shiraz Cabernet – Reynella, South Australia
    This wine combined the spicy warmth of shiraz with the rich fruity characters of cabernet.
    An ideal wine with beef and pasta.
  • Fruit Juices
  • Soft Drinks
    • Only $30 per adult

    We strictly adhere to N.S.W Responsible Service of Alcohol Legislation
    * Indicative menu only. Items may be subject to change at any time without notice.
  Cruise Timing
  • Boarding : 11:45am
  • Departure Time :12:30pm
  • Return Time : 3:30pm
  Cruise Timing
  • Boarding Time :- 10:45am
  • Departure Time :- 11:30am
  • Return Time :- 2:30pm
  • Departure Location :- King St Wharf 5
  Cruise Timing
  • Boarding Time :6:15pm
  • Departure Time : 7:00pm
  • Return Time : 1:15am
  • Departure Location :- King Street Wharf 5
  5 Course Deluxe Menu
  • First Flavours
    • Salad of Blue Swimmer Crab, Roulade of Smoked Salmon and Rocket, Tartlet of Quail with Caramelised Onions with Proscuitto and Fresh Figs, Stack of Artichoke Hearts and Asparagus

  • Second Flavours
    • Butterfly king prawns with pink grapefruit and pomegranate salsa

  • Main Flavours*
    • Angus Prime Fillet of Beef (served medium) on Truffle Oil Kipfler Potatoes with Wood Ear Mushroom and Ricotta Stuffed Zucchini Flower
    or
    Steamed Tasmanian Lobster favoured with Saffron on Mango and Roasted Vine Ripened Tomato Salsa

  • Sweet Platter
    • Ecuadorian trio with chocolate sticks and almond tuille

  • Finale Flavours
    • Willow Grove Brie, Shadows of Blue (Victoria) and Wine Glass Bay Cheddar with Bega Freeze Dried Fruit, plus Water Thins

    European Petit Fours
    Tea & Coffee

    *Main Flavours dish served alternately

    * This menu may be subject to some changes without notice.
Premium Beverages Included in Cruise Package
  • Crown Lager
  • Pure Blonde
  • Cascade Light
  • Jansz Premium Non Vintage Cuvee - Tasmania
    • From the House of Jansz in the Tasmanian Piper Region, elegant and crisp in style.

  • Dalrymple Estate Sauvignon Blanc - Tasmania
    • From the picturesque Pipers River region in Tasmania, this wine is a perfect match to seafood.

  • Jim Barry Lodge Hill Shiraz - South Australia
    • From the highest vineyard in the Clare Valley, comes wine with flavour and elegance.

  • Juices
    • Apple, Orange, Tomato, Pineapple and Red Grapefruit.

  • Soft Drinks
    • Cola, Diet Cola, Ginger Ale, Lemonade and Lemon Squash

  • Mineral Water (Bottled)
    • San Pelligrino Sparkling Italian Water
    Aqua Panna Still Italian Water

    * This menu may be subject to some changes without notice.
Showboat Buffet Menu
  • Fresh prawns with tomato mayonnaise
  • Hungarian Beef
  • Butter Chicken
  • Thai green fish curry
  • Roasted chat potatoes and brussel sprouts tossed in olive oil and rosemary (v)
  • Cauliflower gratin (v)
  • Hokkien noodles with ginger & shallot (v)
  • Seafood paella, mussels with tomato and Spanish onion
  • Penne tossed with baby spinach and toasted pine nuts (v)
  • Steamed rice
  • Homemade linguini with smoked salmon and ricotta
  • Waldorf salad (v)
  • Tomato, bocconcini, chick peas and chopped olives (v)
  • ‘Create your own’ Caesar salad
  • Seeded mustard and potato salad (v)
  • Bread Rolls
  • Selection of desserts (v)
  • Fresh fruit (v)

    • * Indicative menu only. Items may be subject to change at any time without notice.
  Cruise Timing
  • Boarding :- 9:45am
  • Departure Time :- 10:30am
  • Return Time :- 2:00pm
  • Departure Location:-
    • King St Wharf 5
  Australia Day Snack Pack
  • Salted Mixed Nuts
  • Baguette roll lled with roast beef, gherkins & tomato onion relish
  • Tortilla wrap with avocado, chicken and chutney
  • Fusilli pasta salad with roasted vegetables & basil pesto
  • Cheddar cheese pack with water crackers
  • Seasonal fresh fruit
  • Mars Bar
  • Menu subject to change without notice
  Cruise Timing
  • Boarding : 12:30pm
  • Departure Time :12:45pm
  • Return Time : 3:30pm
   Showboat Drinks Menu
  • Beverage Package Upgrade - Included in Cruise Package -
    • This beverage package includes all the beverages listed below for the duration of the cruise (Approximately 3 hours including boarding).

    The beverage package includes:

  • Pure Blonde
  • Carlton Draught
  • Cascade Light
  • Hardy's Brut Reserve – Reynella, South Australia
    Stylish, matured Australian sparkling wine displaying rich fruit, soft full flavours, ideal for any occasion.
  • Hardy's Sauvignon Blanc – Reynella, South Australia
    A lovely wine displaying crisp fruit flavours. An ideal wine to accompany most meals.
  • Hardy's Shiraz Cabernet – Reynella, South Australia
    This wine combined the spicy warmth of shiraz with the rich fruity characters of cabernet.
    An ideal wine with beef and pasta.
  • Fruit Juices
  • Soft Drinks
    • We strictly adhere to N.S.W Responsible Service of Alcohol Legislation
    * Indicative menu only. Items may be subject to change at any time without notice.
  Showboat Cruise Program

The famous Sydney Showboat Dinner Cruise commences boarding at 7pm from King Street Wharf 5.

A night to truly remember…

  • 07:00pm -- You will be greeted by our glamorous Australian showgirls and seated at your reserved table.
                       Your entrée is served.
  • 07:30pm -- As the Showboat departs Mr. Showboat will bring magic to your table.
  • 08:00pm -- Stroll the spacious outdoor decks and savour the world famous views of Sydney Harbour before
                       enjoying your main course.
  • 08:30pm -- Anniversary celebrations and magic show on stage while your dessert platter is being served.
  • 10:00pm -- Showboat returns to King Street Wharf. Farewell from the cast and crew!
Azure Deck Dinner Menu
  • Canape's and beverages served upon arrival
  • Main Flavours - Alternate Serve
    Northern rivers prime veal cutlet with mushroom and ricotta tart (Premium Australian Beef).
    Oven roasted chicken breast with asparagus, porcini mushrooms, mash & champagne cream.
    Chef's vegetarian dish of the day (on request)
  • Dessert Platter
    Platter of vanilla bean panacotta, rich chocolate cake and heavenly tiramisu – shared between two guests.
**Indicative menu only, items subject to change without notice.