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15 Harbour Lunch Cruises Worth Flying For

36 tours  ·  from $26 a head

Lunch afloat is the cheaper half of the dinner-cruise idea and the views are better in daylight. The 15 below cover the buffets, the sit-down brunches and the long island lunches, priced per head.

Toronto: Premium Harbor Cruise with Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner - The route past Harbourfront Centre and the CN Tower
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Toronto: Premium Harbor Cruise with Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner

1.Premium Harbor Cruise with Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,091 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $60Our pick

Spend 2 to 2.5 hours aboard the renovated Toronto Odyssey, pairing a plated lunch or dinner, or weekend buffet brunch, with Toronto Harbour views. You’ll pass the CN Tower, Sugar Beach, Harbourfront Centre, and Gibraltar Point Lighthouse. Expect reserved communal seating, a cash bar, climate-controlled interiors, outdoor decks, and a DJ during dinner.

“Well organised. Food was excellent with very friendly staff. Lovely views of Toronto skyline . Would definitely recommend”

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Sydney: Harbour Cruise with Buffet Lunch - Meeting at Circular Quay on the Opera House side
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Sydney: Harbour Cruise with Buffet Lunch

2.Harbour Cruise with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 804 reviews · 2h 15m · from $53

Depart Circular Quay for a 135-minute Sydney Harbour cruise with a 13-option buffet lunch, tea, coffee, and live English commentary. Guides such as Ron and Ellen add local stories as you pass the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Royal Botanic Garden, Darling Harbour, and waterfront landmarks. Expect open decks, photo stops, and a few stairs onboard.

“Ron our tour guide was amazing. kind and thoughtful and extremely informative. made everyone laugh aswell. Great team from the ticket booth to crew on board. Highly recommend 😘👌👍🌟”

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From Coles Bay: Wineglass Bay Cruise with Lunch - Following Freycinet’s granite coast
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From Coles Bay: Wineglass Bay Cruise with Lunch

3.From Coles Bay: Wineglass Bay Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 539 reviews · 4h 30m · from $141

Join Pennicott Wilderness Journeys at Coles Bay for a 270-minute cruise aboard Schouten Passage II. Expect granite cliffs, sea caves, wildlife, and time near Wineglass Bay, with commentary from the crew and a Tasmanian-style Ploughman’s lunch. Captain Noah and his team are known for warm service and sharp wildlife spotting.

“Loved the whole experience The misty, rainy day just added to the experience The waterfalls were really special as were the seals”

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Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch - Boarding at the Eastern Pontoon
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Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch

4.Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 511 reviews · from $53

Spend about 2 hours and 15 minutes cruising Sydney Harbour aboard Sydney Princess Cruises. You’ll pass beneath the Harbour Bridge, photograph the Opera House, spot secluded beaches and sandstone cliffs, and enjoy a buffet lunch with tea or coffee. Commentary from hosts such as Ron and Bruce adds local history and stories.

“Ron our coach speaker delivered a great experience for everyone. He showed us parts of Sydney and their features. Lunch was great too we enjoy the atmosphere!”

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Peppermint Bay Cruise & Lunch - Peppermint Bay and the Woodbridge stop
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Peppermint Bay Cruise & Lunch

5.Peppermint Bay Cruise & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 328 reviews · from $161

Leave Hobart at 10:30am aboard a comfortable catamaran and cruise the Derwent River into the D’Entrecasteaux Channel. Look for seals, sea eagles, dolphins, or whales, then enjoy a seasonal three-course lunch at the Peppermint Bay Hotel in Woodbridge. The five to five-and-a-half-hour outing returns you to Hobart.

“Loved every moment of this cruise. Staff attentive and the cruise seats large and comfortable. Lunch was amazing, huge servings and a delightful setting.”

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City Cruises Boston: Harbor Buffet Lunch or Dinner Cruise - What you will see from the water
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City Cruises Boston: Harbor Buffet Lunch or Dinner Cruise

6.City Cruises Boston: Harbor Buffet Lunch or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 306 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $77

Spend 2 to 3 hours aboard the Spirit of Boston with a chef-prepared buffet, table service, city views, outdoor decks, and a live DJ. From Commonwealth Pier, you pass the USS Constitution, Zakim Bridge, North End, and Castle Island. Boarding begins an hour early, and the cruise works best for couples, families, and groups who want dinner with music.

“Excellent views of Boston while on the water! Good food and fun activities!”

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Sydney: Harbour Dinner Cruise with Buffet - What the two-hour route gives you
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Sydney: Harbour Dinner Cruise with Buffet

7.Harbour Dinner Cruise with Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 300 reviews · 2 hours · from $53

Board Sydney Princess Cruises at Circular Quay for a two-hour buffet dinner cruise past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Royal Botanic Gardens, and surrounding bays. You get hot and cold dishes, indoor seating, outdoor photo spots, and sunset views that turn into sparkling night scenes. Commentary is not provided.

“The huge prawns and the friendly and helpful staff.”

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Sydney: Harbour View Lunch Cruise from Darling Harbour - Picking between the 1.5-hour and three-hour cruises
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Sydney: Harbour View Lunch Cruise from Darling Harbour

8.Harbour View Lunch Cruise from Darling Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 294 reviews · from $75

Set sail from King Street Wharf at noon for a 1.5-hour, two-course or 3-hour, three-course lunch cruise. You will dine aboard a motor yacht with large windows, an atrium, an outdoor viewing deck, and views of the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, Shark Island, and waterfront homes. Window seats are available as an upgrade.

“A bit of a rip off, our 90 minute cruise spent 20 minutes talking on more passengers at circular quay”

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Bay of Islands: Discover the Bay Cruise with Island Lunch - Paihia to the outer islands
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Bay of Islands: Discover the Bay Cruise with Island Lunch

9.Bay of Islands: Discover the Bay Cruise with Island Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 265 reviews · 4h 30m · from $107

Spend 4.5 hours cruising from Paihia among the Bay of Islands’ 144 islands, with live English commentary, wildlife spotting, and a weather-dependent passage through the Hole in the Rock. You’ll stop at Otehei Bay on Urupukapuka Island for lunch and 1.5 hours of free time. Summer brings optional kayaks, paddleboards, and a later return.

“Such a fun tour! Everyone was so knowledgeable and the conditions were perfect”

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Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney all-inclusive Harbour Lunch Cruise - From King Street Wharf to the Harbour Bridge
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Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney all-inclusive Harbour Lunch Cruise

10.Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney all-inclusive Harbour Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 257 reviews · from $204Top rated

Set sail from Darling Harbour on a comfortable 24-meter catamaran for a seated gourmet lunch with à la carte choices, local wines, beer, and stunning harbour views. You’ll pass the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Taronga Zoo, and Luna Park, with time to step outside for photos. The cruise returns to King Street Wharf.

“The food, service and views were amazing. We had the all inclusive package and the drinks flowed. The boat was very clean and tidy and the staff were very friendly and attentive. We have had other harbour cruises, however this one took us to places we hadn't been before.”

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Sydney Harbour Unique Cruise Including Lunch - The Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Fort Denison
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Sydney Harbour Unique Cruise Including Lunch

11.Sydney Harbour Unique Cruise Including Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 226 reviews · from $251

Board at Circular Quay for a four-hour yacht cruise past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, and quiet harbour bays. Your captain and host share local stories while lunch is served with Australian beer and wine. Some outings include time to swim or kayak, so bring a swimsuit if conditions allow.

“What a fun experience! A great way to see Sydney and Darling Harbors from a different point of view. Our guide Maggie was energetic, knowledgeable and fun! She gave us interesting details about various houses and landmarks along the coast. She pointed out the HogsRead more”

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Darwin: Darwin Harbor Sunset Cruise with Buffet Dinner - A Territory-style buffet with Australian seafood
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Darwin: Darwin Harbor Sunset Cruise with Buffet Dinner

12.Darwin Harbor Sunset Cruise with Buffet Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 221 reviews · 2 hours · from $105

Board the Charles Darwin at Stokes Hill Wharf for a two-hour Darwin Harbor cruise, timed for sunset. You’ll dine on a Territory-style buffet with seafood and local produce, use the top deck for photographs, and buy drinks from the licensed bar. Assigned seating keeps boarding orderly, though commentary is limited.

“An excellent excursion. The barramundi was outstanding. Highly recommend.”

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Luxury Sailing Cruise on Sydney Harbour with Lunch - The Opera House, The Rocks, and Sydney’s Colonial Past
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Luxury Sailing Cruise on Sydney Harbour with Lunch

13.Luxury Sailing Cruise on Sydney Harbour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 171 reviews · from $251

Join Captain David aboard the 40-foot yacht Emma Mei for a five-hour Sydney Harbour cruise. You’ll pass the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Watsons Bay, and Sydney Heads, then stop at Store Beach for swimming, snorkeling, and a gourmet lunch with Australian beer and wine. The group is limited to eight.

“We had a great time sailing with David! He was knowledgeable the Sydney area and his commentary was informative and entertaining. He served an amazing lunch which far exceeded my expectations! I highly recommend this tour!”

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Sydney: 2-Course All Inclusive Lunch Harbour Cruise - Leaving Darling Harbour with the skyline ahead
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Sydney: 2-Course All Inclusive Lunch Harbour Cruise

14.2-Course All Inclusive Lunch Harbour Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 146 reviews · 2 hours · from $112

Board a 78-foot vessel at Darling Harbour for a relaxed two-hour lunch cruise past the Opera House, Taronga Zoo, and Luna Park. You’ll have a premium two-course meal, regional New South Wales wines, beer, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. The boat is wheelchair accessible, but commentary can be hard to hear.

“We were 15 minutes late arriving at the boat and the staff greeted us with smiles and made us feel comfortable immediately. The cruise went smoothly and we were updated with landmarks around the ship and got some brilliant photos. The service from the cabin crew was excellent and we were never without a drink and/or refill. The food was superb - my wife had the barramundi and the coffee dessert and I had the chicken and the rose frangipanni dessert. My wife isn't a dessert person but she cleaned her plate on Tuesday. I booked the cruise to celebrate my wife's birthday and you have created a memory we…”

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Boston Harbor Brunch Cruise - Boarding at Rowes Wharf
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Boston Harbor Brunch Cruise

15.Boston Harbor Brunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 143 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $106

Spend about two hours aboard the Northern Lights, a 1920s-style yacht, enjoying brunch and Boston Harbor views. You’ll see sights including USS Constitution, USS Cassin Young, Bunker Hill Monument, Old North Church, and the inner harbor islands. Captain Jessica has led some departures, with light narration rather than a full sightseeing lecture.

“The boat cruise for a group of Floridians reminded them of home! The food and staff was great! The people we shared the cruise with were extremely nice as well.”

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New in Harbour Lunch & Brunch Cruises

★ 4.0Montenegro Bay Cruise with Lunch on the Boat day tripFrom $11821 reviews
★ 5.0Sydney Harbor Lunch Cruise with Welcome DrinkFrom $815 reviews
★ 4.3Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise: 360° Glass Boat Views & Buffet3 reviews
★ 4.9Harbour Cruise with Gourmet BBQ Lunch, Beer and WineFrom $2864 reviews
★ 4.03 Hour Abba Tribute Show Harbour Cruise with BuffetFrom $5510 reviews
★ 3.8Christmas Eve Buffet Lunch or Dinner Harbor CruiseFrom $19926 reviews
★ 4.4Christmas Day Buffet Brunch or Dinner Harbor CruiseFrom $14629 reviews
★ 5.0Thanksgiving Gourmet Lunch or Dinner Harbor CruiseFrom $13013 reviews
★ 5.0Newcastle: Harbour Cruise with Buffet LunchFrom $492 reviews
★ 3.3Rio From The Sea: Guanabara Bay Cruise with Optional LunchFrom $7636 reviews
★ 4.3New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner Fireworks Harbor CruiseFrom $55237 reviews
★ 4.6Christmas Eve Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Harbor CruiseFrom $15831 reviews
★ 4.5New England Fall Lunch Cruise in Boston HarborFrom $8244 reviews
★ 4.5Sydney Combo: Morning Sightseeing to Bondi & Harbour Lunch CruiseFrom $17661 reviews
★ 4.3Downtown Boston Harbor Weekend Cruise with BrunchFrom $10669 reviews

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