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Katoomba: Blue Mountains Full-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

1. Katoomba: Blue Mountains Full-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

See more of the Blue Mountains aboard the Blue Mountains Explorer Bus. Visit sparkling cascades and waterfalls, stunning cliff tops and valleys, and much more. Stroll through ancient rainforest or take a cliff-top walk without having to backtrack, simply hop on the bus at the next stop. Consult your guidebook with maps and walking guides to help you to explore. Enjoy live commentary from your driver-guide and receive helpful tips and advice on how to get the most out of your journey. Hop on at Stop 1 in Katoomba and within minutes you'll be at the cliff top edge with stunning views and some amazing walks. Hop off first at Stop 6 - Honeymoon Lookout and take the Prince Henry Cliff Walk to Echo Point and the Three Sisters. From here, head to Katoomba Cascades and Katoomba Falls, walk the Furber Steps deep into the Jamison Valley, enjoy stunning views from Narrow Neck Lookout and Cahill's Lookout, and visit Leura Village. Explore Gordon Falls and the Olympian Rock Lookout, swim under the waterfall at the Pool of Siloam, or rest and relax at the gorgeous Leura Cascades.

From Sydney: Blue Mountains, Scenic World, Zoo, & Ferry Tour

2. From Sydney: Blue Mountains, Scenic World, Zoo, & Ferry Tour

Embark on a guided trip to the Blue Mountains on a full-day minivan tour from Sydney. Visit multiple lookouts and take in the views of Jamison Valley. Ride the world's steepest railway and visit Sydney Zoo. First, after pickup, stop off at Echo Point, where you will have the closest and best view of the Three Sisters. Witness the blue haze and the vast expanse of the Jamison Valley, and experience the Blue Mountains' beauty. Next, visit Scenic World and dare yourself to ride the steepest railway in the world. The trains drive down with an incline of 52-64 degrees, with views from the top of the Three Sisters and the Valley. After, visit the quaint village in the Blue Mountains. Explore the boutique store and enjoy lunch at one of the cafes or restaurants. Then, on the way back to Sydney, venture to the Western Plains to visit Sydney Zoo — Sydney’s ultimate wildlife experience. See a koala or a wallaby with an amazing nocturnal enclosure of Australian mammals and reptiles, and other animals from around the globe. Conclude your day with a ferry ride on the Parramatta River to Circular Quay. Travel under the Harbour Bridge and past the Opera House before disembarking at Circular Quay.

From Sydney: Blue Mountains, Scenic World All Inclusive Tour

3. From Sydney: Blue Mountains, Scenic World All Inclusive Tour

Join a small group on this all-inclusive day trip from Sydney to the Blue Mountains with a local guide. Gaze at the rainforest on a guided walk in Scenic World, see the iconic Three Sisters from Echo Point, and meet endemic animals at the Featherdale Wildlife Park or Western Sydney Zoo. Begin your tour early at one of the meeting points, then set off on your adventure ahead of large groups. Arrive at Scenic World in the Blue Mountains and experience all the rides with your local guide. Ride the Scenic Railway into the rainforest, take the Skyway across the valley and see magnificent views of the waterfall and enjoy the Cableway. Skip some of the general queues and head straight to the rides. Take a stroll on a boardwalk through the rainforest and hear all about its ecosystem. Then, follow your guide to a cliff lookout and soak in panoramic views of the Jamison Valley, with its pink sandstone cliffs and eucalyptus-bound forests. Next, walk down the road to Echo Point and admire sweeping views of the Three Sisters rock formation from the lookout. Learn about its cultural significance from your guide. Then, time permitting, enjoy some time on your own to wander around and take photos. After working up an appetite, tuck into lunch in the Blue Mountains. After your meal, continue to Featherdale Wildlife Park or Western Sydney Zoo to spend some time close to some of Australia's natives. Get a hands-on experience with native animals, including hand-feeding a kangaroo. After spending the day connecting with nature in the World Heritage-listed area of the Blue Mountains, Take a ferry back to Sydney along the Parramatta River. See landmarks such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge and end the trip at Barangaroo. 

Sydney: Blue Mountains Featherdale and Wentworth Falls Tour

4. Sydney: Blue Mountains Featherdale and Wentworth Falls Tour

Explore the Blue Mountains region on a tour from Sydney. Discover the Featherdale Wildlife Park, a guided bushwalk, or a hike to the waterfalls at Wentworth Falls. Spend the afternoon at Echo Point and Cahill’s Lookout. Start with pickup from your hotel in Sydney. See koalas, kangaroos, dingoes, cassowaries, and other native Australian birds and animals in the morning at Featherdale Wildlife Park. At Wentworth Falls hike through tea-tree forests, fern gullies, cave overhangs, and past a variety of panoramic views of the Jamison Valley. The falls themselves are a delicate misty flow of water tumbling over three tiers of rocky outcrops. Your guide will be able to organize some alternative routes and shortcuts for those taking it easy. For lunch visit Katoomba or Leura Village which offers charming cafes, restaurants, and bakeries. Purchase lunch at one of these, and enjoy some time shopping for gifts at the streetside shops. Head on down to the Blue Mountains' most famous lookout at Echo Point. Enjoy the views at the perfect time of day, with the sun shining down the valley. See the Three Sisters illuminated and a Blue Haze in the background. Exit the Blue Mountains via Cliff Drive with its views over Narrow Neck Plateau and the Magalong Valley. Stretch your legs one more time to discover Cahills Lookout and Boars Head, before heading back to Sydney.

Sydney: Blue Mountains, Bushwalks, Waterfalls, and Koalas

5. Sydney: Blue Mountains, Bushwalks, Waterfalls, and Koalas

Enjoy an epic tour of the Blue Mountains including the late afternoon at Echo Point. Experience a perfectly crafted tour that has the very best of this World Heritage listed region plus getting up close with our Australian animals. Sleep in with a later departure time and avoid Sydney’s rush hour traffic without the theme park, cafes, or ferry ride. Stop at a working farm so you can get up close with kangaroos and native animals. Gain exclusive backstage access to learn about koalas, give them a back scratch, and get the perfect photo opportunity which is also included. Listen to the sounds of nature, the birds, and rushing water on a longer walk to some majestic waterfalls. Keen nature lovers will enjoy the 90-minute adventure bush walk into Wentworth Falls with a cliff edge walk to views across the Jamieson Valley. Savour a quick bush picnic lunch and witness a remote lookout that allows you to immerse yourself in the beauty of this region. Those who would rather not join in the longer walks can choose to take a shorter walk, gaze across the valley, and spot birdlife. You'll view the Three Sisters as the late afternoon sun caresses the sandstone structure and valleys below. The yellows and reds bring the Three Sisters to life and make for the very best photos and views without all the crowds. A last remote lookout across Megalong Valley before we relax at a local restaurant, enjoy a main course dinner before you are returned near your city hotel.

Blue Mountains: Private Scenic Tour with Optional Stops

6. Blue Mountains: Private Scenic Tour with Optional Stops

Experience the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area on this guided day trip. Behold panoramic views of Jamison Valley, take a bushwalk to Echo Point, and explore Katoomba and Leura. Add an optional stop at Featherdale Wildlife Park or Scenic World. After pickup in Sydney, continue westward into the Blue Mountains. Soak in the sheer sandstone cliffs and lush rainforests of Jamison Valley. Take a bushwalk up to Echo Point for stunning views of the famous Three Sisters sandstone rock formation. Stop for lunch at a local spot in the quaint town of Katoomba which borders the Blue Mountains National Park. Experience the charming village of Leura with its tree-lined main street, antique shops, art galleries, and artisan chocolate makers.  Add a stop at the award-winning Featherdale Wildlife Park. Get up close and personal with some of Australia’s cutest native animals. Choose to stop at Scenic World, home to the Scenic Railway, Skyway, Cableway, and Rainforest Walkway. 

Sydney: Blue Mountains Tour & Sydney Zoo Visit

7. Sydney: Blue Mountains Tour & Sydney Zoo Visit

Sit back and relax in the comfort of the air-conditioned coach as you travel towards the amazing Blue Mountains from Sydney. Stop at the Sydney Zoo along the way, an impressive wildlife sanctuary passionate about animal conservation. Admire the array of native Australian animals as well as some of their more exotic friends. Have lunch at a funky award-winning restaurant in Leura. Enjoy local seasonal options to suit the whole family. After lunch, stroll the pretty tree-lined main street great for browsing through antique shops, art galleries, and bookstores. Take in the views at Scenic World, in the heart of the Blue Mountains, on your next stop. Ride the Scenic Skyway and Scenic Railway. Plunge into the rainforest on the world's steepest passenger railway.

Sydney: Blue Mountains & Featherdale Wildlife Park Day Trip

8. Sydney: Blue Mountains & Featherdale Wildlife Park Day Trip

A visit to Sydney is not complete without a tour of the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains. This private tour full-day tour incorporates both the majestic Blue Mountains and a unique experience with Australian wildlife. Informative commentary throughout the day will focus on the flora and fauna of the Blue Mountains, its unique formation and the local culture of the area. As a general itinerary, after pick up from hotel, we make our first stop at Featherdale Wildlife Park when the animals are often at their most active. Your guide will lead you through this mostly indigenous animal attraction. There will be the opportunity to feed a range of wallabies and kangaroos as well as have a photo taken with a koala (own expense). We then make our way into the scenic Blue Mountains and be immersed in their unique beauty and formation at a series of popular as well as lesser-known lookouts. Depending on the group's preference, lunch is taken at either the small town of Leura or Echo Point. The afternoon offers a range of activities including further photo opportunities at waterfalls and cascades, easy bushwalks or shopping at Leura before we venture back down the mountain. The day concludes with guests being returned to their hotel at around 4 pm. Experienced local tour guide provides informative narration throughout the day offering a deeper understanding of Australia's Aboriginal heritage, colonial history & modern culture. All tours are private so no wasting time picking up other passengers from around the city as well as the option to customize the day's activities to best suit your group.

Army Truck Adventures - 3 Hours

9. Army Truck Adventures - 3 Hours

Explore the World Heritage Blue Mountains like never before. Discover Katoomba, Medlow Bath, and Blackheath in an open air Ex-Australian Army Land Rover. This is a unique opportunity for you to experience the amazing Blue Mountains. Smell the eucalypts and feel the fresh air around you. Elevated seating and no windows gives an unparalleled view of the spectacular landscape. Travel along Narrow Neck Plateau, the dividing range between the two most popular valleys in the Blue Mountains, and take short walks along some of the dirt tracks to see the views. In Medlow Bath and Blackheath, see more beautiful views that are catered to each individual group.

Sydney: Private Day Trip to the Blue Mountains with Transfer

10. Sydney: Private Day Trip to the Blue Mountains with Transfer

You will get picked up at your hotel by your professional driver-guide in our luxurious vehicle with air conditioning and individual seats with arm chairs. Drive through the historic towns of Windsor and Richmond where you will gaze at the beautiful skyline of Sydney before arriving at the Blue Mountains. The Blue Mountains are a UNESCO World Heritage Site – it joined the register in 2000. Your first stop will be at Hydro Majestic Hotel for a coffee stop where you have the magnificent views of Megalong Valley. After your coffee break you will visit Cahill's Lookout and have time to walk around and explore. After, there will be a short drive to Echo Point Lookout. The lookout offers a view of the Three Sisters, Mount Solitary and the rock formation known as the Ruined Castle. You will have many opportunities to take that perfect picture as you drive around the area. Scenic World is the home of the iconic Skyway, World’s Steepest Railway, the steepest Aerial Cable Car and elevated rainforest boardwalks. The entrance fees to Scenic World are excluded from the tour-price. After your morning activities and building up a healthy appetite, your driver will take you to your lunch break in the quaint town of Leura. You get to choose your own lunch venue from the many boutique restaurants Leura has to offer. After lunch, you will have the opportunity to stroll through the little alleys and high streets of Leura exploring all of Leura's unique shops. NOTE: This itinerary is subject to change depending on unforeseen circumstances on the day / Added photo opportunities may happen on this tour time permitting.

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Terry is a dedicated professional with a passion for the outdoors that comes across on this tour. He is a longtime resident of Sydney and shares the wealth of his local knowledge freely. He said s punctual and strategic in the pacing of this adventure with snacks, a picnic-style lunch and evening dinner. The splendor and history of the Blue Mountains come through with his commentary and choices of viewing stations. He is also a professional photographer, to boot, and will take memorable photos of you with your own equipment. The limitation on group size makes for a more intimate and individual experience for participants. Don’t miss this opportunity if you’re in or plan on being in Sydney.

The trip was was excellent. Packed in so much for one day. The company Anderson’s where brilliant and our driver/courier was first class gave us so much information about what we were going to see, you couldn’t have seen places on your own. Highly recommended would advise anyone to book this trip, money well spent.

Spectacular views. Fun rides in scenic world. Up close view of Australia animals at Sydney Zoo Our guide Lloyd was very knowledgeable and entertaining

Excellent itinerary with time to visit each site and commentary by our tour guide. Nice lunch stop and ample free time.

Tour guide is friendly and the view that he bring us is fantastic