Located only 75 kilometres from Sydney, the Blue Mountains have been dazzling visitors for years with jaw-dropping views and wild scenery. With it’s close proximity to Sydney, locals take full advantage during the weekend to get out to the mountains and explore the wonderful region that’s practically their back garden. If you’re in Sydney and have an extra day to spare, the Blue Mountains Day Tour is your best bet to experience the area like a local without the hassle of figuring out transportation and directions.
The Blue Mountains Tour combines history, exciting information, and Australia’s natural environment in one incredible day. Learn about the region, the wildlife, and the people as you make your way from Sydney to the Blue Mountains. There are multiple stops including the magical village of Leura, where you have time to stroll down the town’s
main streets admiring its quaint shops and architecture. Take advantage and grab lunch at one of the cafes or tea house in the internationally-acclaimed Everglades Gardens. These beautiful gardens are not to be missed and make for a great stop during the tour.
After lunch, the tour continues on to Echo Point, where the stories you hear of the Aboriginal Dreamtime legends come alive. The views are breathtaking from this spot, which makes for a perfect photo opportunity.
The next stop is at the famous village of Katoomba, the biggest town in the Blue Mountains. Known for its extravagant resorts, this town is popular with anyone who visits. Itshere you get to stretch your legs and take a nice walk along the boardwalk.
If the sheer beauty of the Blue Mountains hasn’t made your mouth drop in awe, the next stop will. Scenic World is a tourist attraction that’s only for the faint-hearted. The insanely steep railway descends straight down into the Jamison Valley, coasting out to a view so vast, your eyes won’t be able to believe what they’re seeing! The fun doesn’t stop there either. After your cable ride, you have the chance to take another ride, but this time you’re above the mountains rather than below. 370 meters above the valley to be exact! The Skywalk takes you above and beyond to see the Jamison Valley and Blue Mountains from a height like no other.
After all the excitement of the Blue Mountains, you have one last stop at the Featherdale
Wildlife Park to check out local wildlife in their natural environment. You even have the chance to get your picture taken with a koala!
This full day excursion will take you to a whole new world, before you unwind with a spectacular boat ride back to Sydney down the Parramatta River. Don’t miss out on seeing one of Australia’s most incredible regions.
