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View of Sydney Harbour Christmas Party Cruises at Night
Christmas Party entrée platter served on the Sydney Showboat Christmas Party Cruises
Guests Enjoying Christmas Party on the Sydney Showboat Christmas Party Cruises
Cabaret Show on Sydney Showboats Christmas Party Cruises
Cabaret dancers performing on Sydney Showboat Christmas Party Cruise| New-York USA
View of Sydney Harbour Christmas Party Cruises at Night
View of Sydney Harbour Christmas Party Cruises at Night
Christmas Party entrée platter served on the Sydney Showboat Christmas Party Cruises
Guests Enjoying Christmas Party on the Sydney Showboat Christmas Party Cruises
Cabaret Show on Sydney Showboats Christmas Party Cruises
Cabaret dancers performing on Sydney Showboat Christmas Party Cruise| New-York USA
View of Sydney Harbour Christmas Party Cruises at Night
Christmas Party entrée platter served on the Sydney Showboat Christmas Party Cruises
Guests Enjoying Christmas Party on the Sydney Showboat Christmas Party Cruises
Cabaret Show on Sydney Showboats Christmas Party Cruises
Cabaret dancers performing on Sydney Showboat Christmas Party Cruise| New-York USA

Sydney Showboat Christmas Party Cruises

Location King Street Wharf - 5

Planning the ultimate Christmas party? Our Christmas Party Cruises aboard the glamorous Sydney Showboat paddlewheeler offer the perfect mix of elegance, entertainment and excitement on Sydney Harbour. Perfect for work parties and end-of-year celebrations with friends and family, our cruises provide a stunning venue with gourmet meals prepared onboard and free-flowing drinks, ticking all the boxes for an unforgettable Christmas event!

When you book one of our signature dinner cruises, your evening comes to life with the spectacular "Voyage of Love" cabaret show! This dazzling one-hour production, performed by a talented Australian ensemble, takes you on a whirlwind journey through iconic cities like Paris, New York, and Rio. With vibrant costumes, captivating choreography, powerful vocals, and exhilarating music, the show beautifully captures the culture, passion, and romance of love in its many forms. It's a truly unforgettable experience that will leave you mesmerized from start to finish.

Showboat Christmas Party Dinner Cruise with Drinks - Our all-inclusive Christmas package delivers an unforgettable celebration on Sydney Harbour, featuring a divine dinner, drinks and world-class entertainment – the complete party package! Guests will be wowed by our iconic cabaret show, ‘Voyage of Love,’ now in its 9th sensational season. The high-energy production has captivated audiences for over 30 years, with dazzling dancers, talented singers and enchanting music, brought to life by a stellar Australian cast.

Showboat Christmas Party Lunch Cruise with Drinks - If you are looking for a more informal daytime option, our Lunch Cruise packages are a wonderful option. Enjoy a delicious, freshly prepared multi-cuisine buffet with an array of festive dishes while indulging in unlimited beers, wines and soft drinks throughout the cruise. With reserved seating and attentive waiter service, your group will experience a hassle-free, relaxing afternoon on Sydney Harbour.

Our special Christmas gift to you…
All Christmas Party Cruises booked include complimentary bonbons & bottomless Christmas sangria for the table!

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Christmas Party Cruise Packages

Showboat 3Hr Christmas Party Dinner Cruise With Drinks – $175 pp

Festive Showboat dinner cruise perfect for end-of-year parties
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Boards 19:00
Departs 19:30
Returns 22:00
Cruise Inclusions
  • 3-hour Christmas party dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour
  • 3-course menu – entrée platter, mains and dessert
  • Unlimited beers, wines, sangria and soft drinks during the cruise
  • Christmas bonbons to add to the festive charm
  • 1-hour ‘Voyage of Love’ cabaret show
  • Reserved seating & waiter service

Beverage service on the Sydney Showboats is in accordance with responsible service of alcohol guidelines.

Optional Upgrades
  • Showboat VIP Seating – $30
  • Cheese Platter to share – $38
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Showboat 3Hr Christmas Party Dinner Cruise – $145 pp

Ideal choice to celebrate the season on Sydney Harbour.
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Boards 19:00
Departs 19:30
Returns 22:00
Cruise Inclusions
  • 3-hour Christmas party dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour
  • 3-course menu – entrée platter, mains and dessert
  • Christmas bonbons to add to the festive charm
  • 1-hour ‘Voyage of Love’ cabaret show
  • Reserved seating & waiter service

Beverage service on the Sydney Showboats is in accordance with responsible service of alcohol guidelines.

Optional Upgrades
  • Showboat VIP Seating – $30
  • Beer, Wine & Soft Drink Package – $48
  • Juice & Soft Drink Package – $30
  • ½ Cuban Lobster Thermidor – $42
  • Cheese Platter to share – $38
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Showboat Christmas Party Lunch Cruise With Drinks – $125 pp

A casual and fresh way to celebrate Christmas on Sydney Harbour.
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Boards 12:15
Departs 12:30
Returns 15:15
Cruise Inclusions
  • 3hr Christmas party lunch cruise
  • Multi-cuisine buffet freshly prepared on board
  • Unlimited beers, wines, sangria and soft drinks during the cruise
  • Christmas bonbons to add to the festive charm
  • Reserved seating & waiter service

Beverage service on the Sydney Showboats is in accordance with responsible service of alcohol guidelines.

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Showboat Christmas Party Lunch Cruise – $99 pp

Perfect for office Christmas parties on Sydney Harbour.
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Banner of Showboat Christmas Party Lunch Cruise Package
Boards 12:00
Departs 12:30
Returns 15:15
Cruise Inclusions
  • 3hr Christmas party lunch cruise
  • Multi-cuisine buffet freshly prepared on board
  • Christmas bonbons to add to the festive charm
  • Reserved seating & waiter service

Beverage service on the Sydney Showboats is in accordance with responsible service of alcohol guidelines.

Optional Upgrades
  • Beer, Wine & Soft Drink Package – $42
  • Juice & Soft Drink Package – $27
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Showboat Charters & Private Deck Hire

Charter the Sydney Showboat or hire one of its private event spaces to celebrate on Sydney Harbour. Tailor you package with the help of our cruise consultant.
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Lunch Menu

Showboat Contemporary Buffet Lunch Menu

Fresh, healthy, wholesome

Salads & Entrée
  • Apple and chicory salad with walnuts + blue cheese dressing (D,N,V)
  • Vegetarian Caesar salad (V)
  • Beetroot, feta and orange salad with cayenne + orange blossom vinaigrette (D,V)
  • Potato salad + sour cream (D,V)
  • Fattoush salad + crispy pita (N,G,V,VE)
  • Roasted Japanese pumpkin and pearl barley salad + honey mustard dressing (D,G)
  • Bread rolls & butter (D,N,V)
Buffet Hot Selection
  • Mediterranean Fish Bake (SF)
    Grilled fish fillets baked with tomatoes & Kalamata black olives
  • Beef-Loaded Wedges (D,G)
    Savoury beef mince on crispy skin potatoes with tomato salsa & cheese
  • Murgh Makhni (D,N)
    Tender chicken fillets simmered in classic butter chicken sauce
  • Orecchiette Pasta Basilico (D,N,G,V)
    Shell-shaped pasta with rocket & tomato in basil pesto sauce
  • Root Vegetable Roast (V,VE)
    Medley of roasted seasonal root vegetables with Italian herbs
  • Oriental Vegetable Fried Rice (V,VE)
    Fried jasmine rice, diced vegetables & edamame beans
Dessert
  • Tiramisu (D,G,N,V)
    Espresso , mascarpone , ladyfinger cake

Dietary & Dietary & Allergen Information:
Dairy (D), Vegetarian (V), Vegan (VE), Gluten (G), Tree Nuts (N), and Seafood (SF)

*Indicative menu only. Menu may be subject to minor changes
Note: Requests for dietary substitutions and modifications of menus will be politely declined, as our kitchen is not allergen free. We cannot guarantee that certain products or ingredients will not be in our food, and we explicitly accept no liability in this regard.

Dinner Menu

Showboat Dinner - Popular 3-Course Set Menu

Entrée Sharing Platter
  • Shaved fennel and smoked salmon (SF)
  • Carpaccio of tomato and bocconcini with basil dressing (D,N,SF)
  • Delhi Chaat (V, D, G)
Main Course
  • Oat and quinoa crumbed roasted chicken breast on a bed of mashed potato and pea puree with broccolini and sauce vierge (D, G, N)
Dessert - Alternative Serve
  • Salted Caramel Popcorn (D, N, GF)
  • OR
  • Passionfruit Raspberry Kiss (D, GF)
Vegetarian Menu
Entrée
  • Assorted Vegetarian Delhi Chaat (D,V)
  • Smashed samosas, yoghurt, tamarind chutney & chickpea salsa
  • Flaky cottage cheese & spinach pocket
Main Course
  • Beetroot ravioli with beurre blanc, muscatels, edamame beans, red vine sorrel & parmesan (D,G,V)
Dessert - Alternative Serve
  • Salted Caramel Popcorn (D, N, GF)
  • OR
  • Passionfruit Raspberry Kiss (D, GF)

Dietary & Allergen Information:
Dairy (D), Vegetarian (V), Gluten (G), Gluten Free (GF), Tree Nuts (N), and Seafood (SF)

*Indicative menu only. Menu may be subject to minor changes
Note: Requests for dietary substitutions and modifications of menus will be politely declined, as our kitchen is not allergen free. We cannot guarantee that certain products or ingredients will not be in our food, and we explicitly accept no liability in this regard.

Beverage Packages

House Beverage Package

Beer
  • Sydney Beer
  • Kosciuszko Pale Ale
  • Grifter Mid Strength
Wines and Sparkling
  • The Riddle Brut Reserve
  • Angas Sparkling Moscato
  • The Riddle Sauvignon Blanc
  • The Riddle Shiraz Cabernet
Mineral Water
  • San Pellegrino Sparkling Mineral Water
Soft Drinks and Juices
  • Fruit Juices - Orange & Apple
  • Soft Drinks - Coke, Coke No Sugar, Ginger Ale, Lemonade

Responsible Service Of Alchohol Policy
(The captain has complete discretion to refuse boarding if you are deemed to be intoxicated).
The purpose of the beverage package is for you and your guests to enjoy beverages at your convenience. These packages are not designed to promote excessive consumption resulting in intoxication. All guests must use personal discretion not to become intoxicated. If a guest is deemed intoxicated by our crew they will be removed from the vessel and dropped off at the nearest wharf (at Captain’s discretion). If it is a group booking, and the group does not comply with the direction of the Cruise Director, the entire group will be required to leave the vessel. You will not receive any part payment, either for the cruise or the beverage package if you or the group are removed from the vessel due to intoxication. If you fail to comply with our directive, the Captain or Cruise Director will report the matter to the NSW Water Police. We would like to advise you that the NSW Water Police can access our vessels whilst they are underway, or at the nearest wharf, at their discretion.

FAQs
Can we customise our Christmas party package?

We offer a selection of optional upgrades for your Christmas Party dinner cruise at the time of booking. The most popular upgrades are VIP seating and the Cheese Platter.

Are photography & filming permitted during the cruise & cabaret show?

We encourage guests to take photos & videos throughout their Christmas cruise experience, including the cabaret show on the dinner cruise! Don’t forget to share on social media and tag us at @sydneyshowboats / Sydney Showboats on Instagram & Facebook.

Is there a dress code?

We recommend smart & stylish attire for our cruises, and encourage guests to dress up on their night out on the Showboat! No thongs, singlets or beachwear please.

Can we bring our own decorations or party favours?

All Showboat Christmas party packages include Christmas bonbons, which will be placed on your table. Guests are welcome to bring small table decorations or party favours to set up once you are seated. We are unable to offer a bump in time to set up decorations on cruises. Please avoid items that might cause a mess or disturb other guests on board. If you are planning to bring decorations, please advise our reservations team & let the cruise director know on board prior to setting up.

Are beverages included in the Christmas party packages?

All Showboat Christmas party packages include house beers, wines, soft drinks. Christmas cocktail jugs of Sangria to be shared by the table is also included. Once guests are on board, they are also welcome to purchase additional beverages from our full wine list.

Guest Reviews
  • 02 December 2023
    Hi there, On behalf of NEPEAN Conveyors I would like to thank all the staff involved in the 2nd December Cruise. Service and food was amazing and everyone enjoyed themselves.
    - Nepean - A
  • 25 November 2023
    We had a great night, the show was spectacular, the service crews were attentive and good service, most of my colleagues are first timer and I'm proud that they complimented me for choosing the best one. Really awesome entertainment. More power guys .
    - Mechelle R
  • 25 November 2023
    Great night - thank you.
    - Tom P