Depart Syd: Blue Mountains Best All Inclusive with Local Guide
Recommended by 98% of travelers
Sydney, Australia
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- 10 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Getting from Sydney to the Blue Mountains can be time-consuming if you’re relying on trains and local transport. This day tour connects the region’s highlights without wasting a second of your vacation time. Take in sweeping views of the Three Sisters and Jamison Valley, experience the rides at Scenic World, and see native wildlife at either Featherdale Wildlife Park or Sydney Zoo before returning with a relaxing cruise along the Parramatta River.
- Visit the Three Sisters, and use secluded lookouts to look for wildlife and snap photos
- Sit-down lunch that caters to dietary requirements including vegan, halal, vegetarian, and gluten-free
- No hidden fees: Entry to Featherdale Wildlife Park or Sydney Zoo is included
- Enjoy a relaxing, scenic cruise to Sydney Harbour along the Parramatta River
Why Travelers Choose This Tour
Perks of this tour include Scenic World rides, lunch, a river cruise, and a limit of 20 people.
What's Included
- Operated by Australia's most awarded and highest-reviewed Blue Mountains tour company
- Licensed Blue Mountains National Park Eco Pass operator with greater park access
- Professional local expert guide with engaging commentary throughout the day
- Scenic World Pass including Railway, Skyway, Cableway and rainforest boardwalk
- LunchAll Inclusive option includes 1 course lunch with vegetarian, vegan, halal and gluten-free options. If you have selected the NO Lunch Option, lunch will be at own expense.
- Choose between: Featherdale or Sydney Zoo on the All Inclusive Option (24hrs notice required)
- Admission to Sydney Zoo on the No Lunch option
- Local Ferry return on the Parramatta River to Circular Quay
- Small Group Touring for a more personal experience
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Due to limited onboard storage, wheelchairs, walkers, prams and luggage are not permitted.
- Wildlife preference not available on the NO Lunch option.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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Pickup details
Please meet at your selected meeting point below at the correct time. Important: If you are travelling during our peak period: 23rd Dec - 4th Jan 2027, please refer to the peak meeting times below, as buses will be departing earlier for this period. No changes to meeting point can be made within 24 hours of travel date. 150 Day St, Darling Harbour. Park Royal Hotel, Outside. Departs at 6.45am & Check in at 6:40am Peak Travel dates: 23rd Dec - 4th Jan 2027: Check in 6:30am / Depart 6:35am 255 Pitt Street, Sydney. Hilton Hotel, Back Entrance, Outside Departs at 6.55am & Check in at 6:50am Peak Travel dates: 23rd Dec - 4th Jan 2027: Check in 6:40am / Depart 6:45am 98 Harrington St, The Rocks. Four Seasons, Back Entrance, Outside Departs at 7.05am & Check in at 7:00am Peak Travel dates: 23rd Dec - 4th Jan 2027: Check in 6:50am / Depart 6:55am
Drop-off point
- Circular Quay WharfSydney NSW 2000, Australia
At approx 5:00pm
Itinerary
Meet your guide at a central meeting point in Sydney and travel to Blue Mountains National Park. Start with sweeping views of the Three Sisters—a rock formation with deep Aboriginal cultural significance—before continuing to Scenic World. Here, ride the famous Scenic Railway and stroll through ancient rainforest along the Scenic Walkway.
After a gourmet lunch, visit either Featherdale Wildlife Park or Sydney Zoo to see native wildlife such as koalas and kangaroos. End the day with a relaxing cruise along the Parramatta River, passing Sydney landmarks before arriving at Barangaroo.
After a gourmet lunch, visit either Featherdale Wildlife Park or Sydney Zoo to see native wildlife such as koalas and kangaroos. End the day with a relaxing cruise along the Parramatta River, passing Sydney landmarks before arriving at Barangaroo.
1
Sydney
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Echo Point Lookout (Three Sisters)
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Scenic World Blue Mountains
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
Katoomba Cascades
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Katoomba
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Blue Mountains National Park
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
7
Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Sydney Olympic Park (Pass By)
8
Parramatta River
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
9
Circular Quay
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Weather policy: Please check the forecast before joining. A rain forecast does not change daily departures. Cancellations/rescheduling may be accepted if requested outside the 24-hour policy, and we’re not responsible for views in these conditions.
- Travelling together (family/friends) if you have separate bookings, please advise us at least 24hrs prior to departure so we can seat you on the same bus.
- No Storage for Prams or wheelchairs
- Meeting points: No changes can be made on the day of travel. Please arrive at your confirmed meeting point, as different buses are assigned to different locations. Changes to meeting points are not permitted within 24 hours of your travel date.
- Dress code: By request, no singlets or flip-flops are permitted.
- Late arrival: if you don’t check in on time, you may miss the tour and no refunds will be issued. Please arrive at your confirmed meeting point 5 minutes early.
- Australian Animal Experience: Admission varies between Featherdale and Sydney Zoo. If you have selected the All Inclusive Option, please advise your preferred option at least 24 hours prior to travel date. Late requests cannot be accommodated.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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4.9
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Travelers praise this Blue Mountains and Sydney tour for its well-balanced itinerary combining scenic views, wildlife encounters, and diverse activities. Guides are noted for their engaging knowledge and personable approach, enhancing cultural and ecological understanding. Highlights include majestic landscapes, iconic landmarks, and interactive animal experiences. Food quality and meal timing receive positive remarks, as do the tour’s meticulous organization and adaptive scheduling. While most find the pacing comfortable, a few feel some segments are rushed.
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Probably the best day trip I have had in a long time. Extremely organized and we got to do so many things all in the span of 10 hours. Our tour guide Juan was the main attraction.
We had an excellent experience with Juan as our tour guide! He was very knowledgeable, friendly, professional, and attentive throughout the tour. Everything was well organized, and Juan made the experience enjoyable and memorable. We truly appreciated his hospitality, patience, and the interesting information he shared along the way. We highly recommend Juan to anyone visiting! Thank you, Juan, for a wonderful experience!
If you have a full day and want to see some really cool place, take this tour. Jaime our tour guide was so much fun and very available for questions and keeping track of our group. So glad we did this tour before heading back to the US.
Was an amazing day worth every penny. We saw so much, from beautiful views of the blue mountains and the three sisters to the wildlife at park. Highly recommended. Our guide Jake was informative, personable and provided great commentary. A must trip to do.
Rin was an amazing tour guide- made everyone comfortable and entertained. I would highly recommend this tour whether you are solo or with a companion.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Absolutely AMAZING Blue Mountains Tour – Highly Recommend Rin!
We had an absolutely fantastic experience on our Blue Mountains tour, and a huge part of that was our incredible tour guide, Rin!
From beginning to end, Rin was wonderful! Knowledgeable, personable, friendly, and genuinely passionate about making sure everyone had an unforgettable experience. Rin made the tour enjoyable, informative, and fun, while ensuring we got to take in the breathtaking beauty of the Blue Mountains.
I also want to give a special shout-out to the company for their outstanding customer service. We accidentally booked the wrong date due to an error on our end, and they were gracious enough to accommodate us and change our booking. Their understanding and willingness to work with us meant so much and made an already wonderful experience even better.
Between the stunning scenery, the memorable experience, and Rin’s exceptional hospitality, this tour exceeded our expectations!
If you’re visiting Sydney and considering a trip to the Blue Mountains, do yourself a favor and book this tour. And if you’re lucky enough to have Rin as your guide, you’re in for an extra-special treat!
Five stars aren’t enough! Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This is an excellent tour, with just the right amount of time at each location. Our guide Steve was brilliant, very knowledgeable and really looked after us on each stage of the trip. The lunch was also excellent. I would highly recommend this trip.
What an excellent time we had on our tour yesterday with Kat. She shared Australian history on our ride up to the mountains, stopped at great viewing spots and was great at answering questions. Featherdale was the highlight for me, wish we could have had more time there.
Excellent day at the Blue Mountains. Our guide Mark from Andersons was so friendly & knowledgeable.
A massive shout out to Viator for making everything so smooth. Definitely use again
Great full day tour with multiple experiences. Knowledgable guide and excellent service. Highly recommend.
The guide/driver Mark was excellent. Informative, friendly and helpful. The itinerary was full of activities all day which was tiring but exhilarating.
Would definitely recommend.
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Rob! We’re delighted Mark’s friendly approach and expert local knowledge helped make your Blue Mountains adventure so memorable, and we truly appreciate your recommendation.
If this is your first time to Sydney you must do this tour! It was a perfect way to see the beautiful awesomeness of the blue mountains. Our tour guide Tony was very knowledgeable and informative
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Susanna! We’re thrilled Tony’s expert local knowledge and passion for guiding helped make your first Blue Mountains experience so memorable.
Really enjoyed this tour! Our guide Joan went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience. He showed us some hidden lookouts, recommended great places to eat and shop, and made sure we got to try the best rides at Scenic World.
The highlight for me was definitely Featherdale Wildlife Park, especially the koala experience where you actually get to pat a koala! Also loved seeing all the amazing native birds.
The whole trip was surprisingly relaxing despite how much we managed to see and do. No particular fitness level required, which is a nice bonus!
Overall, a fantastic experience and a great way to explore the Blue Mountains. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Aysa! We’re delighted Joan’s thoughtful planning and local insights helped you discover some special hidden spots and enjoy the very best of Scenic World and Featherdale Wildlife Park.
An excellent tour and Jamie was a great host and very knowledgeable and good fun. Tour well thought out with enough time in each location
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you for the lovely review! We’re delighted Jamie’s knowledge, humour and thoughtful itinerary planning helped make your Blue Mountains adventure such an enjoyable experience.
It was a great experience
Jamie was a great driver and guide. He was very knowledgeable about the places we visited. Loved him!
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Linda! We’re thrilled Jamie’s passion and expert local knowledge made such a wonderful impression, and we’re lucky to have dedicated guides like him on our team.
We had the all inclusive trip which included a very nice lunch and a visit to Featherdale Wildlife Park. The whole trip was excellent and Cat was a fantastic guide. Really recommend this trip
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Valerie! We’re delighted Kat’s passion and professionalism helped make your day so enjoyable, and that you loved the value and convenience of our all-inclusive experience.
Fabulous tour. Kat was our guide. She provided great information and had a nice sense of humor. I have a medical condition that makes travel painful and challenging. The company arranged for me to select my seat which made it possible for me to enjoy the tour. I highly recommend this tour company.
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Kimberly! We’re delighted Kat helped make your day so enjoyable, and we’re especially pleased our team could accommodate your seating request to ensure you could experience our premium small-group tour comfortably.
This was a great tour. Highly recommend. Kat was very knowledgeable about the sites and Sydney history. She was also very funny which made the longer drives entertaining. If you’re looking to explore outside city limits this is a great tour.
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Kristen! We’re delighted Kat’s expert local knowledge and great sense of humour made your Blue Mountains adventure so enjoyable.
Awesome experience with an outstanding guide. Mark is knowledgeable, accomodating, and friendly. We book the tour with Anderson’s Tour through Vistor. Seems like a good, solid and well founded company. Blue Mountains is a must see! Short visit to Sydney Zoo to observed the aussoe animals only is a clever idea!
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Jose! We’re thrilled Mark’s friendly approach and professionalism helped make your day special, and we truly appreciate your confidence in Anderson’s Tours.
Full experience packed with different items. We got to see beautiful mountains, animals at the zoo, and enjoy several different rides at Scenic World and the ferry. It was a great way to get a little bit of everything for our trip. Jamie was our guide and super knowledgeable, friendly and made the experience even better!
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Matthew! We’re delighted Jamie’s passion and expert local knowledge helped make your day so enjoyable, and that you loved the variety of experiences included in our all-inclusive adventure.
What a phenomal itinerary. While there are many Sydney tours, you can’t say you’ve see the sites until you’ve seen the Blue Mountains - truly majestic, expansive - complete with a mini-Jurassic park (random but fun). From bus to cable car to steep funicular to a ferry through the harbors around Sydney, you experience all types of scenery and ways to travel.
I felt after this tour, I understood why Sydney harbor is so special on a larger scale. The geography of the area is spectacular and interesting.
Note that if it’s misty on the day you go, you may not be able to see the Blue Mountains valley and the eucalyptus forests that make the mountains misty blue.
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Yen! We’re delighted you enjoyed the variety of experiences our all-inclusive itinerary brings together, showcasing the very best of the Blue Mountains and Sydney Harbour in one unforgettable day.
My boyfriend and I booked this excursion on our first full day in Australia in October, and it was amazing! Our tour guide, Jamie, was so kind and knowledgeable. He gave a great history of Sydney and Australia on the ride to the Blue Mountains, which was perfect to get us acclimated. The tour has a packed itinerary, but we never felt rushed. We got to experience enough time at each place! Even when our group was running a little behind, Jamie was able to push our lunch back a little bit, so we didn’t feel rushed. The views are beautiful, and the cable car was so fun. Going to Featherdale Wildlife Park was also amazing to check seeing native Australian animals off our list. I would 100% recommend this trip to anyone visiting Sydney as it was a quick day trip. The pick up was early at 6:45 am but super easy. We did stop at a coffee shop once we got closer to the blue mountains and you can’t bring food or drinks on the bus, so keep that in mind before pick up. 100% recommend this tour!
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Teagan! We’re delighted Jamie’s flexibility and thoughtful planning helped make your first Australian adventure so special, and that you enjoyed our all-inclusive experience.
A stunning day, helped by the fantastic weather… but the day was really made by Tony, our guide, who was so knowledgeable and so friendly… thank you!
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Richard! We’re thrilled Tony’s passion for guiding and expert local knowledge helped make your Blue Mountains day so memorable.
It covers a lot with different type of transportation. However, it seems to be rushed. Not enough time to spend on lookout spots
You get a good overview of the Blue Mts. There are walks to lookout points but no time for hikes. Some of the walks involve steep inclines and stairs. Would have loved a bit more time to have a coffee/shop, but with all the sites covered, there's no extra time! Our guide was informative and personable and added to the interesting day. I like how it ended in a zoo visit and ferry ride. My only negative is that it's overpriced.
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Susan! We’re glad you enjoyed the variety of experiences and our all-inclusive itinerary, and we appreciate your feedback regarding the time available at each stop and the tour’s value.
We had a really good day we enjoyed all the rides our guide was excellent the walk through the Forrest was interesting ,the trip to zoo was good .the meal was also good
It was really great! Our guide Jay was amazing. Super knowledgeable, friendly, and funny. He knew the area intimately and timed out trip around the weather perfectly. Better than I even imagined and you honestly get so much value out of this. The cost of the activities itself is easily over half the cost!
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Sebastian! We’re thrilled Jay’s expert local knowledge and thoughtful planning helped you get the most out of your day, and we’re proud to deliver an award-winning experience that offers such great value.
Guide was good, but itinerary / Blue Mountains was not that interesting. All the views were more or less similar, and the pace was a bit slow. Featherdale was okay but a bit sad because all the animals didn't seem that happy (compared to a sanctuary, like Lone Pine in Brisbane). None of this is really negative on the guide or company -- I would just do something other than this itinerary (Blue Mountains / Featherdale).
Our guide Jay was great and very informative! The blue mountains part of the tour was a bit of a bummer because of the weather but obviously that can’t be avoided! Jay still made it a fun time! Scenic world was cool. Featherdale wildlife park was incredible and would 100% go back there!
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Leona! We’re delighted Jay’s flexibility and positive approach helped make the most of a challenging weather day, and that you loved your Featherdale Wildlife Park experience!
Enjoyable as well as it’s a learning experience.
The tour was not boring . Our tourist guide managed the time well .
Response from Host, Nov 2026
Thank you, Myrna! We’re delighted you enjoyed such an engaging day, and we’re proud of our expert local guides who make every moment count through their knowledge and thoughtful planning.
Fun packed day trip of the blue mountains. The guide was knowledgeable and entertaining which made for an great day.
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