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Private Charter on the MV BEL
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Private Charter on the MV BEL. Itinerary should be discussed with your Sydney Harbour Expert by calling 1300 476 247
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Had an amazing 1-hour private cruise during Sydney Vivid. The captain was very professional, friendly, and took great care of all the guests throughout the trip. He made sure everyone was comfortable and gave us a wonderful experience while enjoying the beautiful Vivid lights. The cruise was smooth, relaxing, and memorable. Thank you for your excellent service and hospitality. Highly recommended!"
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Navi
14 Jun 2026
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erin
07 May 2026
Huge thank you to the team at Sydney Luxury Cruises for helping my wedding day be as perfect as I had hoped. The entire process from start to finish was so simple and Sharni was an absolute pleasure to deal with. One of the best things was being able to be picked up from a preferred wharf ! It helped so much with the logistics on the day and really added a lovely element to our day. I can’t remember the name of our captain for the day on the beautiful MV Bel but he was such a gentleman. Sharing stories and facts really added some calm to the day. I will definitely be using them again in the future. Super affordable and such a great way to see the beautiful place we call home !
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Brendan
24 Apr 2026
Could not recommend this tour enough! We booked the 90 minute aboard the MV Aquamajestic tour and it was better than we could have imagined. The captain was fantastic and the views were EPIC. Do not hesitate! Book it!
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Matt
13 Feb 2026
My husband and I had a lovely 90 minutes on the harbor with Sydney Luxury Cruise. Our charming captain was young and yet knew the area well. He was very prompt and customized it a bit for us.
If you are not familiar with Sydney Harbor, know that it is a very busy harbor. There will be wakes that make boats bob around even in the calmest days. You can't expect it to be smooth in a small boat. For us, that was part of the delight.
The only criticism is that the boat was not lux at all. It was a small (6 guests would be crowded), wooden motorboat with old appointments. If there was a bathroom, it couldn't have been more than a small head under the bow. For nearly $800AU for 90 minutes we expected a much better boat.
If you are not familiar with Sydney Harbor, know that it is a very busy harbor. There will be wakes that make boats bob around even in the calmest days. You can't expect it to be smooth in a small boat. For us, that was part of the delight.
The only criticism is that the boat was not lux at all. It was a small (6 guests would be crowded), wooden motorboat with old appointments. If there was a bathroom, it couldn't have been more than a small head under the bow. For nearly $800AU for 90 minutes we expected a much better boat.
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Laurie
22 Jan 2026
My husband and I had a lovely 90 minutes on the harbor with Sydney Luxury Cruise. Our charming captain was young and yet knew the area well. He was very prompt and customized it a bit for us.
If you are not familiar with Sydney Harbor, know that it is a very busy harbor. There will be wakes that make boats bob around even in the calmest days. You can't expect it to be smooth in a small boat. For us, that was part of the delight.
The only criticism is that the boat was not lux at all. It was a small (6 guests would be crowded), wooden motorboat with old appointments. If there was a bathroom, it couldn't have been more than a small head under the bow. For nearly $800AU for 90 minutes we expected a much better boat.
If you are not familiar with Sydney Harbor, know that it is a very busy harbor. There will be wakes that make boats bob around even in the calmest days. You can't expect it to be smooth in a small boat. For us, that was part of the delight.
The only criticism is that the boat was not lux at all. It was a small (6 guests would be crowded), wooden motorboat with old appointments. If there was a bathroom, it couldn't have been more than a small head under the bow. For nearly $800AU for 90 minutes we expected a much better boat.
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Laurie
22 Jan 2026
We wanted to experience Sydney Harbour without the crowds, and this private luxury yacht tour was absolutely perfect. The MV Bel was beautiful, the views were incredible, and the entire experience felt relaxed. Our captain was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the day so enjoyable. Highly recommend if you want a more personal way to see the harbour.
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Jennifer
06 Jan 2026
We wanted to experience Sydney Harbour without the crowds, and this private luxury yacht tour was absolutely perfect. The MV Bel was beautiful, the views were incredible, and the entire experience felt relaxed. Our captain was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the day so enjoyable. Highly recommend if you want a more personal way to see the harbour.
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Jennifer
06 Jan 2026
Private charter ran with smooth coordination from start to finish. The captain was skilled and offered genuine hospitality. They were open to helping with photos, providing complimentary drinks, and doing whatever was needed to make the moment perfect.
A polished, well-run experience that felt personal from the outset
A polished, well-run experience that felt personal from the outset
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Brian
26 Nov 2025
It was a very nice experience.
The boat is very nice and comfortable, definately recommended
The boat is very nice and comfortable, definately recommended
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Wildan
10 Nov 2025
We've done a number of similar private cruises when vacationing and they are usually a highlight of the trip. However, our feel was just that this particular cruise was just not designed well and needed one more person to deliver a service we'd recommend.
As I noted, our skipper was nice enough, but was on his own and didn't seem to have done this many times. He arrived a bit late, perhaps 5-10 minutes, but we were told to be there 15 minutes ahead of our sail time. There was no one at the dock, so we were checking our confirmation to ensure we booked the correct day & time. When he did arrive, the water was a little choppy and he struggled a bit to get the boat secured on his own. When asked what the best way to board was, he seemed to think about it for a while and responded, "good question." It wasn't particularly reassuring. While I'll reiterate that he was nice enough, the rest of the cruise went much the same way.
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Matt
06 Oct 2025
It really was an amazing experience
Thankyou so much
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Mo
20 Sep 2025
Sydney luxury cruises made this an unforgettable experience. The MV Bel luxury yacht was gorgeous (luckily as was the weather), our driver Charlie was very hospitable and was such a positive and amazing person through the whole tour.
Thankyou Sydney luxury cruises for making it a night to remember.
Thankyou Sydney luxury cruises for making it a night to remember.
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Denis
14 Jul 2025
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glenntanoko1238, Sales and Reservations Coordinator at Sydney Luxury Cruise, responded to this review - 2025-06-24
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the cruise and your dining experience at China Doll. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on board again soon.
Sincerely,
Sydney Luxury Cruise
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kayleigh
22 Jun 2025
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glenntanoko1238, Sales and Reservations Coordinator at Sydney Luxury Cruise, responded to this review - 2025-06-22
Hi Allen,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear your family had such a memorable experience on the water. It’s wonderful to know the cruise was a highlight of your time in Sydney — that means a lot to us.
We hope to welcome you back again on your next visit!
Sincerely,
Sydney Luxury Cruise
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Allen
20 Jun 2025
WOW! What an AMAZING way to see Sydney harbour! Booking was super easy. Mickey our skipper was great - lovely guy, very good skipper, knowledgeable and happy to tailor the tour to things we wanted to see. Tour ran to time, boat was extremely comfortable, knee blankets were great, and went fab with a glass of bubbles. Couldn't recommend Sydney Harbour Cruise highly enough! We'll definitely be back!
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Jenna
11 Apr 2025
We had such a fantastic experience on the 90 minutes Sydney highlights cruises on MV Bel. We had booked the trip for a birthday celebration and I'm so glad we did. Very memorable, MV Bel was beautiful and very well kept, and with a very friendly captain. Nice tour around the harbour to see all the main sights including a couple of places we haven't been before. Highly recommend - thanks again!
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Scott
30 Mar 2025
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30 Mar 2025
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glenntanoko1238, Sales and Reservations Coordinator at Sydney Luxury Cruise, responded to this review - 2025-03-11
Hi Vivien,
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted that you enjoyed the sunset cruise. It's great to hear that we were able to resolve the initial misunderstanding and ensure you had a memorable experience. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again soon!
Best regards,
Sydney Luxury Cruise
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RonnebeckV
09 Mar 2025
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glenntanoko1238, Sales and Reservations Coordinator at Sydney Luxury Cruise, responded to this review - 2025-03-11
Hi Vivien,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your sunset cruise. We always strive to deliver a five-star experience, and we're glad we could make things right for you. We look forward to welcoming you aboard again soon!
Best regards,
Sydney Luxury Cruise
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RonnebeckV
09 Mar 2025
We opted to spend our last morning in Sydney aboard the gorgeous MV Bel boat for a morning breakfast cruise around the harbor. Best decision!! The light around the harbor was beautiful, the harbor was calm and not crowded with party boats, and the weather couldn’t have been better.
Our captain (Stephan) was lovely. He gave us a nice gentle ride and chatted us up about the various sights and their back stories. We even learned some new things, which is saying something since we’ve had so many guides whilst in Sydney!!
The breakfast box was fantastic, and way more food than 2 people could possibly eat. A nice assortment of fruits, meats, cheeses, jams, pastries and a bottle of bubbly. The music playlist was excellent, perfect for a sunny day.
It was really wonderful to get to see all the beautiful monuments of Sydney from the other side. Stephan even stopped the boat so he could take great photos of us. Truly a unique and quality experience that was worth every penny. If you have a flight that leaves mid-day (our flight to the US left at 2pm), this is an excellent way to spend your last day in Sydney. Thank you Sydney Luxury Cruises!
Our captain (Stephan) was lovely. He gave us a nice gentle ride and chatted us up about the various sights and their back stories. We even learned some new things, which is saying something since we’ve had so many guides whilst in Sydney!!
The breakfast box was fantastic, and way more food than 2 people could possibly eat. A nice assortment of fruits, meats, cheeses, jams, pastries and a bottle of bubbly. The music playlist was excellent, perfect for a sunny day.
It was really wonderful to get to see all the beautiful monuments of Sydney from the other side. Stephan even stopped the boat so he could take great photos of us. Truly a unique and quality experience that was worth every penny. If you have a flight that leaves mid-day (our flight to the US left at 2pm), this is an excellent way to spend your last day in Sydney. Thank you Sydney Luxury Cruises!
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Jasmine
18 Feb 2025
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glenntanoko1238, Sales and Reservations Coordinator at Sydney Luxury Cruise, responded to this review - 2025-02-23
Hi Sara,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are glad to hear you had a great time on board and hope we get the chance to host you again in the future.
Kind regards
Sydney Luxury Cruise
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saragrose
10 Feb 2025
We had the most amazing experience with Stephan on our wedding anniversary aboard the Sydney Luxury Cruise. Stephan was incredibly professional, friendly, and went above and beyond to make our special day truly memorable. His attention to detail and warm hospitality made the entire journey so enjoyable. The boat was pristine, and the stunning views of Sydney from the water were absolutely breathtaking. Stephan’s service added a personal touch that made the experience unforgettable. We couldn’t have asked for a better way to celebrate our anniversary. Highly recommend Stephan and Sydney Luxury Cruise for any special occasion!
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Valentina
28 Jan 2025
Personal & definitely feels luxurious!
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glenntanoko1238, Sales and Reservations Coordinator at Sydney Luxury Cruise, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an incredible experience with us.
We always strive to provide a personal and luxurious touch, and it’s fantastic to know we hit the mark for you. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable adventure soon!
Kind regards,
Shani
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VS69_11
14 Oct 2024
We hired the beautiful MV BEL boat for a special proposal from Sydney Luxury Cruise & they did not disappoint. They were super helpful and responsive. Abraham was our captain for the day & he was wonderful. Thanks so much for a memorable day & would recommend the company & service to anyone!
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Olivia
11 Sep 2024
The best cruise through Sydney Habour!
We were cruising through Sydney Harbour with our excellent skipper Abe on board MV Bell. The sunset view of the skyline with the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge was amazing and we were also lucky to see the start of the Vivid Festival light show.
We were cruising through Sydney Harbour with our excellent skipper Abe on board MV Bell. The sunset view of the skyline with the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge was amazing and we were also lucky to see the start of the Vivid Festival light show.
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Clemens
13 Jun 2024
Great experience if you are looking for something private and luxury boat tour of iconic Sydney harbour. Our skipper was amazing and friendly.
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R
17 Mar 2024
Would definitely do it again.
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glenntanoko1238, Guest Relations Manager at Sydney Luxury Cruise, responded to this review - 2024-03-20
Hi,
Thank you so much for your review! We're thrilled to hear that you had the best time on our harbor cruise with Skipper Mark aboard the beautiful MV Salute. We're delighted that you enjoyed your time with us so much that you'd do it again, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable journey on the water. Until then, safe travels and warm regards from all of us here!
Kind regards,
Lise
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Sharmila
22 Feb 2024
Jack was a knowledgeable friendly and entertaining Captain. We thoroughly enjoyed the cruise experience and the lovely dinner at 6Head. Wholeheartedly recommend!
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Jeffrey
05 Feb 2024
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glenntanoko1238, Guest Relations Manager at Sydney Luxury Cruise, responded to this review - 2024-03-20
Thank you for choosing our Sunset Cruise and for taking the time to share your feedback with us.
We're delighted to hear that you found the experience relaxing and enjoyable, and we're glad that Captain Stephan provided accommodating and friendly service throughout your journey.
We appreciate your suggestion regarding commentary on the sights around the harbor. Providing informative commentary is something we take seriously, and we'll definitely take your feedback into consideration as we strive to enhance our guests' experiences.
Thank you again for your valuable feedback, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you aboard again soon for another wonderful cruise.
Kind regards,
Lise
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Candace
28 Jan 2024
We’re from the Netherlands and visited my son in Sydney. We decided to go on a harbour cruise together to see more from Sydney in a private way. Our skipper, Stephan, also from the Netherlands, was really nice and accomodating. He was also able to tell us so much about the harbour, the history, the different beaches or areas. Stephan was very friendly and took good care of us.
It was a very special day on the water. We will remember this cruise forever because it was so beautiful and an amazing way to experience Sydney.
It was a very special day on the water. We will remember this cruise forever because it was so beautiful and an amazing way to experience Sydney.
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Marika
13 Jan 2024
MV Bel was a beautiful way to experience the iconic Sydney Harbour to travel to our Christmas lunch. It was easy to book the cruise online. The Captain was amazing. Highly recommend this vessel . We will see you soon
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Martina
08 Dec 2023
Best way to spend a milestone birthday. Booked MV Felix and everything from the booking of the boat to the actual day was seamless, easy and fun! We had Cameron and the crew to help with the food, drinks and everything else to keep us comfortable, hydrated and safe. Everyone enjoyed the beautiful afternoon and had so much fun made possible by the crew.
I’m always hesitant about catering especially on a boat as you normally get pretty ordinary food but we were all surprised at how delicious those food were and all prepared by the chef onboard. Everyone was raving about the delicious food, the beautiful boat and wonderful crew that help made the day special for not only the birthday boy but everyone too.
I’m always hesitant about catering especially on a boat as you normally get pretty ordinary food but we were all surprised at how delicious those food were and all prepared by the chef onboard. Everyone was raving about the delicious food, the beautiful boat and wonderful crew that help made the day special for not only the birthday boy but everyone too.
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E
02 Dec 2023
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Tracey
01 Dec 2023
This was a great afternoon on Sydney Harbour. I booked in advance and the service from Glen and the team was efficient . They accommodated an early pickup due to weather conditions and picked us up from our hotel at Cowper bay wharf. Glen the skipper was good fun and friendly. We booked the dinner package at 6Head and that was a memorable way to finish.
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David
19 Nov 2023
We were very glad for this as it was a much more comfort trip and a lovely boat. James was our captain and was good fun.
This was a great experience which we all enjoyed. Well done!
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Linda
26 Oct 2023
If you're looking for an intimate cruise around Sydney Harbour, you have to book Sydney Luxury Cruise.
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James
17 Jul 2023
We had an amazing time on our mid-day cruise with Sydney Luxury Cruises! The skipper was kind and knowledgeable, but also didn't talk the whole time and overwhelm us with information. A day we will remember forever (and the best pictures from the trip!)
If we ever make it back to Sydney, this is an experience we will most definitely be doing again!
If we ever make it back to Sydney, this is an experience we will most definitely be doing again!
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Summer
30 Apr 2023
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Steve_Amy
13 Apr 2023
Our family of 5 had a fantastic time on our 2 hour sunset cruise. Dave was a wonderful captain, lots of interesting information but not too much talking. Would highly recommend booking a cruise with this company. Their communication after booking was excellent. Will be back for another cruise the next time we’re in Sydney as it’s a great way to see the sights.
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Natalie
11 Apr 2023
We booked the Deluxe Sunset Cruise for our family’s trip to Sydney. Had a most wonderful experience. Martin the skipper was warm, friendly and professional. Took lots of photos against the backdrop of the city’s iconic spots. Fabulous that we were able to bring our own food hamper. A must-do if you are ever in town!
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Cheryl
07 Mar 2023
We had a beautiful cruise around Sydney Harbor. The boat was comfortable and beautiful, and our captain Glen was knowledgeable, friendly and professional. Highly recommended!
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Satara
13 Feb 2023
My partner and I had a wonderful experience doing the sunset cruise, our captain Martin was excellent in taking care of us, would definitely recommend as a date night or surprise for your significant other!
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Ross
12 Feb 2023
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bigw709
04 Jan 2023
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JohnAudrey
15 Dec 2022
The MV Bel - Wow! What a boat and what an experience!! Our Skipper, Simone was phenomenal and gave us a proposal experience that we will remember for the rest of our lives!! Can not recommend this more!!
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EWheatley91
12 Dec 2022
I just want to start off by saying thankyou so much to Glenn for all your help with organising my proposal.
Privacy wow what a gorgeous/luxurious yatch for such a special moment. My fiancé and I will cherish the memory forever.
The crew were absolutely amazing! They were all so welcoming! Great food and awesome vibe.
I’m very grateful for all your help Glenn and looking forward to another cruise in the future.
Privacy wow what a gorgeous/luxurious yatch for such a special moment. My fiancé and I will cherish the memory forever.
The crew were absolutely amazing! They were all so welcoming! Great food and awesome vibe.
I’m very grateful for all your help Glenn and looking forward to another cruise in the future.
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Adrit
27 Apr 2022
An Amazing Experience. We got engaged on our private tour of the harbour and Glenn the host was fantastic in arranging hiding the ring onboard and preparing a special evening for us! The boat was stunning and clean, nice Champagne, on time and great communication leading up to the night. Highly recommended if your in Sydney! Will definitely go again!
Thanks Glenn,
Troy.
Thanks Glenn,
Troy.
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Jessie
27 Nov 2021
Had a great time on board the Deluxe Sunset Cruise with Glenn! With the weather potentially looking bad for the time of our cruise, Glenn was very flexible on the day and happy to accomodate changes to the cruise time. This definitely made our cruise that extra bit better. Thank you to the Sydney Luxury Cruise team for a great cruise celebrating a special family occasion!
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Brian
01 Aug 2021
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glenntanoko1238, Manager at Sydney Luxury Cruise, responded to this review - 2021-06-09
Hi Matt
Thank you so much for leaving me a great review. I really appreciate it and I'm glad to hear you had an amazing experience
Hope to have you on board again!
Thanks
Glenn
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bott23
07 Jun 2021
You just can't beat the personalised service and experience you will receive from Glenn. This was my second time cruising on the Harbour with Sydney Luxury Cruise and it won't be the last. For me, there is nothing better than not having to share the experience with 60-100 other people. So welcoming to have a small boat for 4-6 persons to make the afternoon special. Glenn is attentive and never intrusive. Take the time to book and experience with him and you won't be sorry. It is really nice to have a choice of pick-up and drop off locations to suit your individual needs.
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Adam
15 Mar 2021
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Gtanoko, General Manager at Sydney Luxury Cruise, responded to this review - 2020-12-09
Hi Dustin,
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review! It was great having you on board!
Kind regards,
Glenn
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R4145EHdustinm
21 Sep 2020
*2/20/20 = Booked the event and paid.
*3/2/20 = Glenn the operator promised to provide a refund and would process it this day.
*3/18/20 = Refund not received so I contacted Glenn, Glenn stated he processed the refund but will check into it and get back to me.
*3/20/20 = I contacted Glenn because he never got back to me from the 3/18 text. Glenn stated the refund bounced and would process it again.
*4/19/20 = I contacted Glenn because the refund was still not received.
*4/20/20 = I contacted Glenn again because of no response from me reaching out on 4/19.
*4/26/20 = I contacted Glenn again because of no response from the 4/19 and 4/20 texts.
*4/28/20 = Glenn responds and states the refund keeps bouncing and that he no longer has my credit card information. Glenn then asks if I could receive a refund by PayPal which I said yes and I provided my PayPal information.
*5/17/20 = We still have not received a refund so my wife files a claim with Chase to dispute the transaction. Chase contacts the vendor/operator to resolve.
*5/28/20 = Chase resolves the dispute and credits the entire amount.
*6/9/20 = I wrote a negative review on the experience because I was not aware my wife filed the dispute on 5/17 and it was resolved on 5/28.
*6/10/20 = The operator Glenn texts me, is not happy about the review I wrote and will confirm the refund. Glenn provides an update and screenshot of the refund issued on 5/26/20.
*6/11/20 = Brad confirms, deletes original review and writes this one.
In summary, we weren't able to receive a refund until our bank pressed the vendor/operator. Glenn was always nice when he communicated but this ordeal was never a priority.
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Gtanoko, General Manager at Sydney Luxury Cruise, responded to this review - 2020-12-09
Hi Brad,
Glenn here, I am sorry to hear you are not satisfied with our customer service and I'm saddened to read this review.
We tried refunding you numerous times however the payment kept bouncing from your end. The reason why it took so long is because each attempt took up to ten business days before it bounced back.
After many failed attempts, I contacted the support team of our Reservation software provider, who said they would facilitate the refund from their end.
From this point onwards, the matter was out of my hands and I had done all I could to rectify the situation.
Again, my sincerest apologies for your bad experience. I'm glad it was finally resolved
Kind regards,
Glenn
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bradfreshour
11 Jun 2020
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Gtanoko, General Manager at Sydney Luxury Cruise, responded to this review - 2020-12-09
Thank you so much for your review! it was great having you on board.
Glenn
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dgg64
26 Feb 2020
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Gtanoko, Skipper at Sydney Luxury Cruise, responded to this review - 2020-12-09
Merci Beaucoup.
It was a pleasure meeting you
Tom
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drewc1033
08 Jan 2020
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Gtanoko, General Manager at Sydney Luxury Cruise, responded to this review - 2020-12-09
It was great having you on board!
Glenn
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drosay
05 Jan 2020
Ultimate first class experience! We were looking for a more intimate cruise for 4 adults to enjoy the sunset on a warm summers evening on the harbour. Thanks to Captain Marty for making our private Sydney Harbour cruise the most memorable experience for us. The cheese platter was delicious and the bubbles were fantastic. We'd recommend to anyone! The boat itself is amazing...timber 'Italian' style and a dream to relax on. We were picked up from Mosman Bay half an hour before sunset and dropped off at Woolloomooloo just in time for dinner. Perfect in every way!
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