About this tour
This six-hour private tour explores the Blue Mountains west of Sydney, combining dramatic natural landscapes with engineering feats. You'll start at Wentworth Falls to absorb the cascading water and cliff views, then descend via the Scenic Railway—one of the world's steepest—to reach the valley floor. After lunch, a cable car traverse opens up ravine perspectives before visiting the iconic Three Sisters rock formation. The return journey winds through Leura's mountain village charm. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.
Highlights
- Wentworth Falls waterfall and surrounding escarpment views
- Steep Scenic Railway descent into Katoomba Valley
- Cable car crossing above the forested ravine
- Three Sisters geological formation at Echo Point
- Browse local galleries and cafés in mountain village Leura
What to expect
Expect a mix of short walks between transport options—nothing strenuous, but you'll be on your feet during lookout stops. The Scenic Railway is genuinely steep; the descent takes around ten minutes and feels more thrilling than terrifying. The cable car ride is smooth and brief. Lunch is self-catered (bring cash or order ahead), so budget time at a café or picnic spot. Weather changes rapidly in the mountains; bring layers even on clear days. The drive itself covers winding roads with excellent commentary from your guide about local ecology and geology.
Good to know
Children under eight require a legal car seat—confirm this when booking. All visitors sign a liability waiver before departure (standard insurance requirement). The tour is suitable for most fitness levels, though there are some stairs at lookouts. Bring water and sun protection; mobile coverage varies in the valley.
Frequently asked
- How long does Blue Mountains Tour - Highlights take?
- Blue Mountains Tour - Highlights runs for approximately 6 hours.
- How much does Blue Mountains Tour - Highlights cost?
- Prices start from AUD $806 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Blue Mountains Tour - Highlights run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Blue Mountains Tour - Highlights?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. AU & NZ Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original AU & NZ Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.