Hunter Coast Seacation

There are two dedicated cruise passenger terminals - the White Bay Cruise Terminal at Rozelle and the Overseas Passenger Terminal at Circular Quay in the city centre. This is your opportunity to marvel at Australia’s famous icons, the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge as you glide past The Heads - the dramatic sandstone cliffs at the entrance of the harbour.

Set in Twofold Bay on the Sapphire Coast, Eden is known for the migrating whales that cruise through its waters between May and November. While the whales are now protected and cherished here, the town was initially founded as a whaling centre and has many fascinating stories to tell. Ships will anchor offshore and tenders are provided to the port.

Top Things to Do in Eden:

• bush walk through Ben Boyd National Park
• visit Eden Lookout for the best views of Twofold Bay
• visit the Eden Killer Whale Museum
• cruise Twofold Bay

Newcastle is a picturesque harbor city located less than 100 miles north of Sydney. Cruise ships dock at the terminal.

Top Things to Do in Newcastle:

• Newcastle Memorial Walk - a walkway dedicated to those lost in World War I
• picturesque boardwalk to Nobby’s Beach and Lighthouse
• get out on the Water at Lake Macquarie
• take a Ride on the Newcastle Tram
• tour Fort Scratchley or the Newcastle Museum

Love Sabatini’s? (Or really good Italian dinners?) You’ll be happy to hear this popular specialty restaurant has returned to its roots. Think traditional Italian comfort cuisine. Our new menu embraces the old: tried-and-true family recipes our chefs brought with them from Italy, plus exquisite Italian wines and cocktails. You can even enjoy some shareable plates exclusively at Sabatini’s Trattoria.

If you're heading home or continuing to explore more of Australia, Brisbane's Portside Cruise Terminal is just 7kms from the domestic and international airport. Brisbane's city centre is just 10-15 mins away if you're planning to explore the city.