BLUE  MOUNTAINS  PRIVATE  TOURS 

Heading towards the West of Sydney at 7.30 am after picking travellers from their accommodation, our first stop is Lincoln’s Rock. In the past known as the Flat Rock and officially named Lincoln’s Rock in 2013. This spectacular lookout is one of the favourites of our travellers for an Instagram-worthy selfie.

The UNESCO heritage-listed Three Sisters in Katoomba is the next stop on this private sightseeing tour to the Blue Mountains. Three Sisters Lookout at Echo Point is the most visited lookout by travellers and it is a natural wonder. As per Aboriginal culture, its rock formation with many legends behind it and on the north escarpment of the Jamison Valley. The Giant Stairway bushwalk at Echo Point is another favourite of our travellers, that gives fabulous views and excitement.

Scenic World, popular for the Blue Mountains cable car is our next stop. An amusement park for an ultimate Blue Mountains adventure. The park has four popular attractions namely the world’s steepest incline scenic railway, glass-floored Skyway, Blue Mountains cable car, and a scenic walk.

Entry fees – $49.90 per adult 

Depends on the time, the next stops for this private tour to Blue Mountains could be one of these options – bushwalk to Katoomba or Leura cascades, stop at Cahill’s lookout for sweeping views of the valley, visit Everglades Historic house to see the European landscape and inter-war period garden Or a hike at the Wentworth Falls.

Leaving the Blue Mountains region in the early afternoon, the next destination of this tour is Featherdale Wildlife Park. A wildlife park situated Doonside, west of Sydney. It is a house of the most comprehensive collection of native species of Australia. If you are looking for an interactive wildlife experience with Koalas and Kangaroos you need to add this to your must-visit list when are in Sydney, New South Wales.

Entry fees – $38.00 per adult 

Leaving the Featherdale Wildlife Park around 4.00 pm, your private tour to Blue Mountains ends at around 5.00 pm Sydney CBD by dropping off you at your hotel. 

Our (Sydney Top Tours) Blue Mountains day trip itinerary is fully customizable and if you wish to catch a river cruise to Sydney, please inform the guide.

How far the Blue Mountains is from Sydney?

The Blue Mountains are around 83.2 km away from Sydney. A bus or a private tour to Blue Mountains would take approximately 90 minutes via the highway.

What is the Three Sisters’ rock formation?

The Three Sisters Rock Formation is one of the iconic destinations in the Blue Mountains, New South Wales, Australia. This UNESCO-listed heritage site is a formation of rocks unusually due to land erosion of the sandstone, surrounding Jamison Valley like a wall. The Three Sisters are a rock formation and display three facets of Indigenous culture and foodways. It is like a holy trinity of the Aboriginal culture.  

Why Blue Mountains is a must to visit if I am in Sydney?

The Blue Mountains is a heritage site located on the west of Sydney. Surrounded by mountains and many historical places, the site is perfect for spending a weekend. The mountains would not only refresh you but give you a pleasure that nothing can give. Here, you can get immersed in the beauty of nature and explore around 400 different types of species of fauna. The Blue Mountains have ensured the integrity of the ecosystem. Many national parks, adventurous activities, and many other things to do would satiate your craving for a great weekend.  

Can I see kangaroos and koalas on a Blue Mountains private tour?

Yes, you would get the chance to explore a wide range of wildlife with private tours, including kangaroos and koalas. If you want to meet and pat a koala, you can opt for a private visit package to the Featherdale wildlife park. Opting for the Aussie Animal Encounters at the Featherdale Park can be a great way for an interactive wildlife experience with Koalas and Kangaroos in reserve. However, if you want to see kangaroos in the wild, Euroka campground is the nearest location in the Blue Mountains national park. Here, you can unwind a relaxing afternoon in the company of greenery, kangaroos, and cockatoos.

What is the Blue Mountains cable car and Scenic World?

The Scenic World, a family-owned tourist attraction, is located in Katoomba in Australia’s World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains. This place is popular for the Blue Mountains cable car. This place is the ultimate destination if you want to adventure in this region. There are four attractions in the Scenic World- the Scenic Railway, the Scenic Skyway, the Scenic Cableway, and the Scenic Walkway. If you are looking forward to enjoying a panoramic view of the Blue Mountains, visiting the Scenic World is a must. You will get the best views of the Three Sisters, Katoomba Falls, Mt Solitary, and Jamison Valley. 

What are the must-see lookouts in the Blue Mountains?

It is entirely subjective to which lookouts are best for you in the Blue Mountains. Yet, the following are three of the best and must-see lookouts you should not miss when in the Blue Mountains:

• Echo point: Located on the boundaries of the Blue Mountains national park, the points give you a scenic lookout along the cliff edge.

• Cahill’s lookout: This lookout is most famous for viewing the sunset. It is one of the most splendid lookouts in the Blue Mountains. 

• Lincoln’s Rock: It is a famous cliff-edge overlook that offers sweeping vistas of the mountains and valleys. 

Do I have to be physically fit to visit the Blue Mountains?

You can do many activities in the Blue Mountains, such as hiking, abseiling, mountain biking, canyoning, and bushwalks. Therefore, if you plan to take such adventures, you need to be physically fit. Otherwise, you can prefer bush walks that are suitable for all fitness levels. On the other hand, many neutral sightseeing activities require absolutely no such fitness ability. If you have any problem related to your back, knees, or undertaking any medicine for minor problems, you can do some research before choosing any activity in the Blue Mountains.