Lunch Cruises

 

Welcome to Connect Coaches, your go-to family-based touring company located on the breathtaking Central Coast of Australia. We are here to offer our premium services to everyone, ensuring an unforgettable experience as you explore the wonders of Sydney and other stunning locations across our great state. At Connect Coaches, we prioritize your comfort throughout your journey. Our fleet of comfortable mini-coaches can comfortably seat up to 15 people, allowing you and your loved ones to travel in style. Our day tours are scheduled throughout the week, offering you the flexibility to choose the most convenient time for your adventure. Public day tours departing from the Central Coast are available, but we also specialize in private group charters. Whether it's a corporate outing, school excursion, or a family gathering, our mini-coaches and mini-buses are the perfect transportation option for smaller groups. We offer pick-up options from Sydney and Newcastle, ensuring your convenience no matter where you are located. The founders of Connect Coaches, Liam and Alison, bring a wealth of experience in the touring industry and are dedicated to helping you plan your dream trip. Whether you're interested in exploring the iconic landmarks of Sydney or uncovering the hidden gems of regional New South Wales, our team is committed to providing you with a memorable and enriching experience. To discover more about the tours we offer and the incredible destinations we cover, simply click on the picture below to embark on an unforgettable journey with us. In addition to our usual tours, Connect Coaches specializes in offering lunch cruises to the many beautiful waterways around our state. From the tranquil Nepean River and picturesque Newcastle Harbour to the iconic Sydney Harbour and serene Parramatta River, our lunch cruises provide a unique and relaxing way to experience the beauty of New South Wales. You can also explore the scenic Georges River, Port Hacking, Lake Macquarie, and Myall Lakes onboard our comfortable vessels, adding an extra touch of luxury to your exploration. We are thrilled to be a part of your journey and are eager to introduce you to the wonders of our beautiful state. Book your adventure with Connect Coaches today and get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with stunning landscapes, rich history, and memorable moments that will stay with you long after your journey with us is complete. Get in touch with us to start planning your next excursion and let Connect Coaches be your trusted partner in creating unforgettable travel memories. Welcome aboard!

 



Upcoming Lunch Cruises

Seven Islands of the Hawkesbury Lunch Cruise - 17th April 2025 - sold out

      If you love the Riverboat Postman, then you're going to really enjoy this lunch cruise..... Learn the history of the islands of the Hawkesbury – Lion Island, Dangar Island, Spectacle Island, Long Island, Peat Island, Milson Island, and Bar Island. Cruise past the water-access-only settlements of the ...

Category: Lunch Cruises
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Date: Thursday 17th April 2025
Venue: Brooklyn
Phone Enquiries: 02 4325 4053
Email Enquiries:  admin@connectcoaches.com.au


Wangi Queen Lunch Cruise - 9th May 2025 - sold out

Join us as we head up to Lemon Tree Passage to board the Wangi Queen Showboat. Sit back, relax and enjoy the stunning scenery as we cruise along the pristine waters of Port Stephens-Great Lakes Marine Park. Whether you're interested in the rich history of the area, or simply want to unwind and take in the natural beauty, this lunch ...

Category: Lunch Cruises
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Date: Friday 9th May 2025
Venue: Port Stephens
Phone Enquiries: 43254053
Email Enquiries:  admin@connectcoaches.com.au


Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler Lunch Cruise - Friday 16th May 2025

Enjoy an afternoon onboard the beautiful Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler where you will be treated to gorgeous views from the Nepean River, a delicious lunch, interesting commentary & fabulous company........Captain Chris may even let you take control of the helm if you're lucky! INCLUDES: Home pick up & drop off service...

Category: Lunch Cruises
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Date: Friday 16th May 2025
Venue: Nepean River - Penrith
Phone Enquiries: 02 4325 4053
Email Enquiries:  admin@connectcoaches.com.au
Price: 

$140

Expression of Interest: 

 Please click here to express your interest for this tour & if we have a seat available, we'll book you in!

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Home Pick Up Service: 

Please Click here for pick up information and map of our home pick up/drop off area

 

 



Georges River Lunch Cruise - Wednesday 18th June 2025 - sold out

                  Join us at Connect Coaches as we travel down to Sans Souci for a relaxing 3 hour lunch cruise with Bass & Flinders Cruises. This cruise will follow the path of the original explorers, George Bass and Matthew Flinders. Passengers will learn about the history of...

Category: Lunch Cruises
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Date: Wednesday 18th June 2025
Venue: Sans Souci Wharf
Phone Enquiries: 0243254053
Email Enquiries:  admin@connectcoaches.com.au


High Tea Cruise on Sydney Harbour - 26th June 2025


Treat yourself to a high tea on Sydney Harbour onboard an air-conditioned super-cruiser with expansive windows throughout the vessel offering million-dollar views! DATE: Thursday 26th June 2025 *ITINERARY: 10:30 - 11:30am: Home pick up service within our advertised home pick up/drop off area. 1:00pm: Arrive at King St Wh...

Category: Lunch Cruises
Start Time: 10:30 AM
Date: Thursday 26th June 2025
Venue: Sydney Harbour
Phone Enquiries: 02 4325 4053
Email Enquiries:  admin@connectcoaches.com.au


Lunch on the Lake - Lake Macquarie Cruise: 11th July 2025 - 1 seat left

  Be captivated by the beautiful scenery surrounding the foreshore of Lake Macquarie as you meander around the bays extending as far South as the pristine waters of Swansea. Indulge in a freshly prepared BBQ buffet lunch served onboard the vessel consisting of fresh local prawns, scotch fillet minute steak, gourmet beef&nbs...

Category: Lunch Cruises
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Date: Friday 11th July 2025
Venue: Lake Macquarie
Phone Enquiries: 02 4325 4053
Email Enquiries:  admin@connectcoaches.com.au
Central Coast Pick up area: Pick Up Area Map - Please Click Here


The Riverboat Postman - Friday 12th September 2024

     Come cruising on the Hawkesbury Mail Boat, the famous Riverboat Postman, and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the lower Hawkesbury River as they deliver the mail and other essentials (the odd bottle of whiskey or rum...) to the river-access-only settlements upriver from Brooklyn. The first Riverboat Postman started ...

Category: Lunch Cruises
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Date: Friday 12th September 2025
Venue: Brooklyn
Phone Enquiries: 02 4325 4053
Email Enquiries:  admin@connectcoaches.com.au


Sunset Dinner Cruise on Lake Macquarie - 7th Nov. 2025 - sold out

  Step aboard the “Lady Mac” for a 3-hour sunset dinner cruise as you relax, dine and cruise your way around the picturesque foreshore of Lake Macquarie. Indulge in a freshly prepared BBQ buffet dinner served onboard the vessel consisting of fresh local prawns, scotch fillet minute steak, gourmet beef sausa...

Category: Lunch Cruises
Start Time: 3:00 PM
Date: Friday 7th November 2025
Venue: Lake Macquarie
Phone Enquiries: 02 4325 4053
Email Enquiries:  admin@connectcoaches.com.au


Sunset Dinner Cruise on Lake Macquarie - 14th November 2025

  Step aboard the “Lady Mac” for a 3-hour sunset dinner cruise as you relax, dine and cruise your way around the picturesque foreshore of Lake Macquarie. Indulge in a freshly prepared BBQ buffet dinner served onboard the vessel consisting of fresh local prawns, scotch fillet minute steak, gourmet beef sausa...

Category: Lunch Cruises
Start Time: 3:00 PM
Date: Friday 14th November 2025
Venue: Lake Macquarie
Phone Enquiries: 02 4325 4053
Email Enquiries:  admin@connectcoaches.com.au


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