Blue Mountains Tour with Scenic World, Featherdale Wildlife Park & River Cruise

Cute koalas at Featherdale Wildlife Park

Immerse yourself in the wilderness of the Blue Mountains with this all-inclusive full-day tour. Start your day with a convenient hotel transfer from Sydney and let our expert guide transport you to Featherdale Wildlife Park. Here, get up close and personal with native Australian animals like koalas and wallabies. Post this unique wildlife rendezvous, head to the quaint Leura Village, where you can savor a lip-smacking lunch at a local cafe or bakery. Remember, Leura's Aussie meat pies are not to be missed!

Descend into Australia’s Dream Time

The adventure continues with three thrilling rides at Scenic World - the Cableway, Skyway, and Railway. Hold your breath as you hop on the Railway, the steepest passenger train in the world that plunges into a cliff-side tunnel before emerging into a rainforest. Take in the spectacular views of Katoomba Falls, the Three Sisters, and Jamison Valley from the Skyway and Cableway. Following the breathtaking views, we head to Echo Point. Here, be awed by the majestic Three Sisters, a significant Aboriginal legend. Finally, escape the peak Sydney traffic with a serene ferry ride to Circular Quay along the Parramatta River, known in Aboriginal as "the place where eels lie down." Witness the stunning Australian landscape which will become a part of its rich Aboriginal heritage, making it an unforgettable experience.

Blue Mountains Tour with Scenic World, Featherdale Wildlife Park & River Cruise

This comprehensive sightseeing tour of Sydney's Blue Mountains includes guided visits to Leura Village, Wentworth Falls, Katoomba Falls, and Echo Point over the course of a full day. The tour departs from your hotel in air-conditioned comfort and provides unlimited rides on Scenic World’s cable cars and steep railway, plus access to rainforest trails and skyways for up to 2 hours. At Featherdale Wildlife Park, you can feed kangaroos and meet koalas during a close-up encounter lasting around an hour. The tour concludes with a scenic ferry ride back to Circular Quay along the Parramatta River, known in Aboriginal language as the place where eels lie down. This 9-hour guided tour features audio guides available in English, Spanish, French, and German, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the landmarks and natural beauty of the Blue Mountains.

Explore Leura Village

Your tour stops at Leura Village, a charming historic town built in 1879. Spanning approximately 0.5 square kilometers, this picturesque village is renowned for its colonial architecture and vibrant gardens. Visitors spend around an hour exploring the quaint shops, cafes, and art galleries that line the main street. Notable features include the Leura Mall, a pedestrian-only thoroughfare lined with historic buildings like the Leura Hotel and the Leura Post Office. The town’s unique blend of English charm and Australian wilderness makes it stand out from other tourist destinations in the Blue Mountains.

Discover Wentworth Falls

Your tour continues to Wentworth Falls, a stunning waterfall located within the Blue Mountains National Park, established in 1959. The falls consist of three tiers cascading down over 400 meters into deep gorges surrounded by lush rainforest and eucalyptus trees. Visitors can hike along the scenic trails that lead to viewing platforms overlooking the waterfall’s upper tier, which drops approximately 200 meters in height. Wentworth Falls is unique for its combination of natural beauty and accessibility, offering a variety of walking tracks suitable for all skill levels. The falls were named after William Charles Wentworth, an influential figure in early Australian history.

Marvel at Katoomba Falls

Your tour takes you to Katoomba Falls, one of the most iconic waterfalls in the Blue Mountains, located within the Greater Blue Mountains Area World Heritage Site. The falls are part of a larger network of cascades that form the Kedumba River and drop approximately 20 meters into a lush rainforest gully. Visitors spend around an hour hiking along the Falls Track to view the waterfall from multiple vantage points, including a suspension bridge that offers panoramic views of the surrounding bushland. The area was first explored by Europeans in 1813 and has since become a popular destination for nature lovers.

Admire Echo Point

Your tour concludes at Echo Point, a scenic overlook on the edge of Katoomba offering breathtaking views of the Jamison Valley. The lookout was established in 1907 and is part of the larger Blue Mountains National Park. From here, visitors can see the Three Sisters rock formation rising over 1,000 feet above the valley floor. Echo Point is also home to a series of walking trails that wind through eucalyptus forests and provide opportunities for birdwatching and photography. The area’s unique geology and cultural significance make it stand out from other scenic overlooks in the region.

Tour Highlights

• Scenic AC bus ride to Blue Mountains
• Unlimited rides at Scenic World with Skyway cruise
• Audio guides available in English, Spanish, French & German
• Close-up koala encounters and kangaroo feeding sessions
• 2-hour rainforest trail access including cable car rides
• Guided walk through Leura Village’s historic architecture
• Ferry ride back to Circular Quay along the Parramatta River
• Scenic views of Jamison Valley from Echo Point lookout

Perfect for travelers, nature enthusiasts, and history buffs, this guided tour provides an immersive experience of Sydney's Blue Mountains. The 9-hour format allows you to explore Leura Village’s charming shops, marvel at Wentworth Falls’ cascades, and admire the Three Sisters rock formation from Echo Point, giving you a comprehensive overview of the area’s natural beauty and cultural significance while enjoying unique activities like feeding kangaroos and meeting koalas.