Ariston boat's luxury appointments will add elegance for your Australia Day cruise.
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The newly refurbished and renamed Ariston is an impeccable choice for Luxury Sydney Harbour Cruises. Displaying a timeless elegance, Ariston boat has been custom fitted to appeal to the most discerning tastes. Despite its timeless feel, it is equipped with state of the art features including an audio visual system, internet connectivity, the latest LED screens and data for laptops for presentations. Classically and uniquely appointed, Ariston boat is a unique and elegant luxury boat, now available for private charters on Sydney Harbour.
Australia Day $1140 per hour Minimum 4 hour hire $4560 Includes public holiday surcharge Staffing Fees $300 per wait staff for a 4 hour charter 1 x wait staff per 10 guests Includes public holiday surcharge BYO Beverage Surcharge $20 surcharge per person applies to BYO Beverages Includes cups, eskies and ice Catering Chef charge of $600 applies to all catering orders Includes public holiday surcharge Pick up and drop off wharf fees apply
• 3 levels including indoor/outdoor upper deck • Full walk around layout with wide, side walkways and handrails • Reverse cycle air conditioning on all levels for all seasons comfort • Karaoke machine available – No additional charge • Handcrafted Southern Myrtle timberwork and soft leather trims • State of the art 46" and 40" LED digital TV monitors • Karaoke, Foxtel, free-to-air and DVD replay • Wi-Fi connectivity for wireless replay of laptop presentations • Remote controlled, Bose surround sound system with iPod input • Fully equipped galley, fridge, freezer and icemaker • Sleeps 10 in 5 twin cabins, each with their own private bathroom with full sized showers and toilets
Choose from a wide range of gourmet catering options. Ariston is also available for overnight accommodation
All prices in $AUS. and include GST Prices are subject to change without notice 50% deposit required to confirm your booking To protect our hand laid teak decks, soft soled shoes only permitted on board, wedge heels are fine but no stiletto heels
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Ariston Canapé Menus Canapé menu 1 $38 per person Suitable for 2 hour charters Caprese skewer with cherry bocconcini, baby roma tomatoes and pesto drizzle (v, gf) Peking duck pancake with spring onion, cucumber and hoisin Blue swimmer crab salad on creamed leek and persian feta tartlet Lamb and rosemary pie with piquant tomato chutney Hand made indian vegetable samosa with coriander and mint raita (v) Oregano, garlic and lemon zest marinated chicken skewers with tatziki (gf) Canapé menu 2 $55 per person Tart of spicy avocado, red onion marmalade and crème fraiche (v) Fijian kokoda cured fish with lime juice, coconut cream, eschalot, chilli and coriander (gf) Fresh pacific oysters with shallot dressing and black sesame dressing (gf) Forest mushroom, parmesan and rosemary flan (v) Rare roast beef and yorkshire pudding, horseradish cream and chives Chimichurri prawn and grilled zucchini pizzetta with chilli mayo Warm chicken and leek pie with flaky pastry Chilli and rosemary marinated lamb skewers (gf) Sweet Canape Dark chocolate mousse shot with candied orange (v,gf) Canapé menu 3 $66 per person Sautéed wild mushroom and fresh herbed ricotta in a crisp cone (v) Poached scallop salad with jalapeno spiced salsa fresca (gf) Peking duck pancake with spring onion, cucumber and hoisin sauce Asparagus and persian fetta cheese flan (v) Crab salad with cucumber, chilli, tomato salsa in a rice paper wrap (gf) Roasted tomato arancini filled with mozzarella with garlic aioli (v) Chunky beef and mushroom pie with minted mushy peas Sesame crusted salmon skewers with orange miso sauce (gf) Greek pulled lamb slider with garlic tatziki and butter lettuce Served in a small bowl or noodle box Thai chicken curry with fragrant rice and fresh coconut sambal (gf) Sweet Canape Petite lemon meringue pie (v) Additional items served in a small bowl or noodle box $9.80 per item King prawn salad avocado and macadamia nuts, lemon pepper dressing (gf) Beer battered flathead gougons with tartare sauce and chips Sri lankan fish curry with fragrant rice and fresh coconut sambal (gf) Thai green chicken curry with fragrant rice and fresh chilli salsa (gf) Slow poached chicken salad celeriac, pink lady potatoes, mustard dressing (gf) Slow cooked pork with wild mushrooms, garlic mash, spring asparagus (gf) Roast duck salad with udon noodle, shitake, crisp asparagus, tatsoi leaves and ponzu dressing Braised beef bourguignon with root vegetables and parisienne mash (gf) Roast pumpkin and asparagus risotto with piquant chermoula (v,gf) Steamed blue eye cod with ginger and shallot and fragrant steamed jasmine rice Thai red salmon curry with jasmine rice and lychee, kaffir lime and chilli salsa (gf) Grilled chorizo sausage with vine ripened tomato and orecchiette pasta Slow cooked chickpea dahl with basmati rice and coriander, mint and lime salsa (v)
Ariston Buffet Menus Buffet Menu 1 $105 per person Canapés Peking duck pancake with spring onion, cucumber and hoisin sauce Sautéed wild mushroom and fresh herbed ricotta in a crisp cone (v) Lime marinated tuna logs with wasabi mayonnaise and shizu cress Buffet Assorted boutique bread rolls with butter Chilled pacific oysters with cucumber lime and mirin [2 per person] Ocean cooked king prawns with dill aioli [3 per person] Fresh mesclun, pear, caramelised walnuts and goats cheese salad with balsamic dressing Roasted root vegetable salad with roasted garlic and rosemary [no beetroot] Crisp baby cos salad, shaved parmesan and anchovy dressing Grilled salmon fillet on rustic crushed kipfler potatoes and chive and horseradish mash with salsa verde Pan fried chicken saltimbocca with watercress and crisp lardons Slow roast lamb shoulder with caramelised shallots and button mushrooms Dessert Seasonal fresh fruit platter Devils chocolate mud cake with double cream Buffet Menu 2 $125 per person Canapés Crab salad with cucumber, chilli, tomato salsa in a rice paper wrap Rare roast beef and yorkshire pudding, horseradish cream and chives Asparagus and persian fetta cheese flan Buffet Assorted boutique bread rolls with butter Ocean cooked king prawns with dill aioli [3 per person] Fresh pacific oysters with shallot dressing and black sesame dressing [2 per person] Smoked tasmanian salmon with fine eshallots, chives, lemon and baby capers Vine ripened tomato, bocconcini and fresh basil salad with reduced balsamic Orecchiette pasta salad with artichoke, wilted baby spinach and lemon caper vinaigrette Kipfler potato salad with crisp watercress and light mustard dressing Seared south coast blue eye cod with crisp thai salad Pan seared chicken breast with puy lentils, chorizo and capsicum ragout Slow baked lamb racks with grilled portabella mushroom and rosemary jus Dessert Baked lemon cheese cake with cinnamon berry compote Individual pavlovas with fresh chantilly cream and berries
Ariston Formal Dining Menu Please select 1 x entrée, 1 x main meal + 1 x dessert Entrée $30 per person Smoked Tasmanian salmon with toasted Turkish crisp, rocket and chervil vinaigrette Warm grilled tuna steak, green bean, Kalamata olive, kipfler potato, lemon, pepper and balsamic dressing Citrus poached chicken fillets with miso mayonnaise and wasabi pea crush Green asparagus, fresh goats curd and fine herb salad with crisp shallots and caramelised walnuts Ocean king prawns with avocado, roma tomato and caper berry salsa Main meal $42 per person Steamed blue eye cod in a miso sake sauce with soba noodles and steamed snake beans Char grilled salmon, rocket, shaved fennel and herbed polenta salad with citrus and basil dressing Breast of chicken on potato frittata with artichoke, pine nuts, crisp lardon and saffron vinaigrette Pan seared pork cutlet with fresh peas and potato fondant Grain fed fillet of beef on grilled portabello mushroom with asparagus, parmesan mash and light thyme jus Spiced vegetable tagine with Moroccan cous cous and mint and coriander yoghurt Dessert $22 per person Coconut crème brûlée with papaya and pomegranate salad Apple tarte tatin with double cream and strawberry and mint salad Brioche bread and butter pudding with rum macerated muscatels Lime and lemon tart with double cream and fresh berries Selection of local cheese, dried fruits and assorted crackers All three course meals include, bread rolls, coffee, selection of teas and petit fours
Ariston Platter Menus Antipasto platter – serves 10pax $128 per platter Rustic italian breads, grissini and flatbreads Oven baked semi dried tomatoes, marinated green olives, Grilled eggplant, zucchini and bell peppers, marinated artichokes, persian fetta, Honey glazed double smoked ham, hot sopressa salami and san danielle prosciutto Cheese platter – serves 10pax $128 per platter Selection of local cheese, dried fruits and assorted crackers Ham buffet, served on a side buffet $325 Whole Guinness and honey baked ham with condiments and boutique bread rolls Seafood platter – serves 10pax $485 per platter Ocean cooked king prawns with dill aioli Fresh pacific oysters with shallot dressing and salmon roe Blue swimmer crab Balmain bugs BBQ salmon fillets with grilled baby eggplants, toasted pine nuts and basil pesto
Ariston Beverage Packages Deluxe Beverage Package $14.50 per person per hour Beer Cascade Premium Light Peroni Corona Red Wine Penfolds Koonunga Hill Seventy Six Shiraz Cabernet 2014 Stoneleigh Pinot Noir 2015 White Wine Wither Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2014 Kudos by Any Moore Pinot Gris 2014 NZ Sparkling Chandon Brut NV Selection of soft drinks, juices, mineral water, tea and coffee. Exclusive Beverage Package $30 per person per hour Beer Cascade Premium Light Peroni Corona Red Wine Banjo's Run Pinot Noir 2013 St Hallett The Reward Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 Banjo's Run Merlot 2013 White Wine Coldstream Hills Chardonnay 2015 Banjo's Run Sauvignon Blanc 2011 Kudos by Ant Moore Pinot Gris 2014 NZ Champagne Veuve Cliquot Yellow Label Brut Selection of soft drinks, juices, mineral water, tea and coffee. Alternative quality beers and wines will be served if the selection is unavailable.
Safety and Equipment Is the boat safe and in good condition? Yes, the vessel is currently in survey with the NSW Roads and Maritime, which requires comprehensive safety equipment standards and regular safety checks. A safety briefing is given to the charter passengers before embarkation and safety gear will be provided if required. All vessels in our fleet are selected for safety, comfort, quality and cleanliness. We are proud to keep them this way. What is the maximum capacity of the boat? 58 passengers is the maximum surveyed number allowed on this vessel. Note: An infant, regardless of age is considered a passenger. Is the boat suitable for children? Yes, the vessel has safety rails all the way around the boat and children's lifejackets are available on request. Children must be under adult supervision at all times. What toilet facilities are on board? Ariston is equipped with 4 modern, spacious marine toilets with easy access for charter. On Tour Can we have music on board? Yes, the vessel is equipped with a BOSE sound system which is iPod and mp3 compatible. Please ensure your mp3 player is fully charged. Ariston is equipped with both indoor and outdoor speakers. Where can we go during our charter? Your skipper can take you most places within Sydney Harbour, providing it is within the surveyed boundaries. Should your guests wish to go to a specific location within Sydney Harbour please let us know at time of briefing. Can we extend our charter time during the charter? Yes, although this is subject to availability and up to the skippers discretion. Please note payment will charged to the authorised bond post charter. Booking and Payment How do I secure my booking? A minimum 50% deposit is required to confirm booking, with the balance payable 14 days prior to commencement of the charter. Upon payment of your deposit, a Skippered Charter Contract will be faxed or emailed to you, confirming details relevant to your charter, which must be signed and returned. Payment can be made by MasterCard, Visa, EFTPOS, Electronic Funds Transfer or Cash. Diners Card, Bankcard and Cheques are not accepted. Is there any paperwork to complete before we go on our Charter? Yes, we require your signed contract and authorised bond form prior to your charter. Cancellation If I cancel the charter, can I get a refund? See General Booking Information button below for details. Wet Weather What happens in the event of rain? Ariston provides excellent protection from the elements because of its covered coach house area. We cannot offer a 'Blue Sky Guarantee'. If boating conditions are unsafe, as determined by the management of Sydney Harbour Escapes, we will offer a six month voucher where you can reschedule your charter based on availability. Preparations and Arrival What do you advise we bring along for our charter? As conditions can vary on the water, it is suggested that you bring along a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, swimmers, and seasonal jumper or jacket. Please wear white-soled shoes or non-marking boating shoes. Strictly no black soled shoes or stiletto-heeled shoes, as this will damage the decking. Does our party need to get there before the set time of the charter? All your party should be at the designated pick up point at least 15 minutes prior to your charter time to allow loading of passengers and gear and to enable enough time for the skipper's safety briefing. Please note - your charter will start and finish at the times on your contract. Can one of our guests be picked up late and dropped off early from another wharf? Multiple pick up and drop off points are not recommended as this will shorten your charter time significantly. We suggest that guests wishing to join the charter late or leave early should arrange alternative transportation via water taxi at their own cost. Please ask one of the Sydney Harbour Escapes team members for a Water Taxi contact.
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