Blue Mountains Scenic World & Wildlife Day Tour from Sydney

Explore the UNESCO-listed Blue Mountains on a shared guided day trip from Sydney. Combine native Australian wildlife with rainforest scenery and rides through a landscape of cliffs and valleys.

• Discover First Nations traditions and stories through a cultural talk at Sydney Zoo

Itinerary

1. Start with a shared pickup in central Sydney.
2. Explore Sydney Zoo on a guided visit to see kangaroos, koalas, and reptile displays. Enjoy an Indigenous show and a quick coffee break.
3. Visit Echo Point Lookout for views of the Three Sisters and across the Blue Mountains to Mount Gibraltar. Browse local opal souvenirs.
4. Stop at Leura Garden Village for lunch. Try a kangaroo burger or pastry pie, or enjoy your own packed lunch in the park.
5. Explore Scenic World with 3 rides: the world's steepest railway, the Skyway, and a cable car descent. Walk through the rainforest and discover Katoomba's mining heritage.
6. Continue to Sydney Olympic Park Station.
7. At 18:30, take a 45-minute ferry ride from Homebush Bay Ferry Terminal back to Sydney Harbour, ending at Circular Quay or Darling Harbour. Cruise along the Parramatta River, passing under Sydney Harbour Bridge with views of the Opera House. The AUD 9 ferry fare is at your own cost and is not included in the listed price.

What's Included

• Sydney Zoo admission
• Scenic World Skyway, Cableway and Railway admission
• English-speaking guide and live onboard commentary
• Aboriginal cultural talk
• National park fees
• Air-conditioned transport

Important details

• Ages 3+ only. Children aged 3–15 require an accompanying paying adult
• This activity is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible
• This activity is not recommended if you have a serious medical condition
• The return ferry fare is not included in the listed price. You'll pay AUD 9 on the day
• You may be refused service without a refund if you appear intoxicated
• Arrive at your pickup location 10 minutes before departure. Shared pickup may run early or late