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Best of Sydney & Blue Mountains

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Best of Sydney & Blue Mountains

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Short on time? This bite-sized trip dives into the best bits of Sydney. Kick off along the buzzing Darling Harbour, then wander the historic laneways of The Rocks, see famous sites like the Sydney Opera House and experience the Sydney Harbour area through a First Nations lens on the Tribal Warrior Harbour Cruise. Continue to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains to walk through eucalyptus-scented forests, take in views of the iconic Three Sisters rock formations and visit Jenolan Caves – the world’s oldest open cave system. Wrap up with a gourmet tasting experience at a truffle farm in Oberon before heading back to Sydney.

Trip Name
Best of Sydney & Blue Mountains
Last Updated
1970-01-01
Days
4
Capacity
12
Highlights
  • Deepen your understanding of Sydney Harbour on the Tribal Warrior Harbour Cruise. Join First Nations hosts to listen to cultural stories, learn about ancient food gathering techniques and watch a traditional dance performance.
  • Enjoy a short getaway over a couple of days, making the most of your four days in Sydney and the Blue Mountains, or choose to add this trip onto another one to discover more of Australia’s highlights.
  • Explore the Blue Mountains and walk through the gorgeous scenery of Katoomba Falls, Echo Point Lookout and the Three Sisters.
  • Taste gourmet truffle treats, learn about aroma profiles and discover how grading works at a truffle farm in the alpine region of Oberon.
  • Visit the ancient Jenolan Caves – an impressive network of karst chambers filled with stalactites and stalagmites. You’ll also learn about the caves’ cultural significance to the Gundungurra people.

Itinerary

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk. ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway and has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if deemed necessary due to safety concerns. ABORIGINAL & TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CULTURAL EXPERIENCES & COMMUNITIES First Nations people have complex community obligations, and at times activities or experiences may be cancelled at late notice due to cultural commitments. In the case that we are unable to include planned activities with First Nations communities, we will endeavour to find a suitable alternative in the same or another destination on your trip.

Day 1 - Sydney
Welcome to Sydney, Australia – or Warrane, in the language of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which Sydney is located. Your adventure starts with a welcome meeting at your hotel at 6 pm. After, join your local leader and fellow travellers for an included welcome dinner along Darling Harbour. Maybe take a post-dinner stroll to take in the views of the waterfront, then head back to your hotel to settle in for the night.
Day 2 - Sydney / Blue Mountains
This morning, join your leader for an orientation walk of The Rocks and Circular Quay. Walk through Hickson’s Reserve, Campbells Cove and Cumberland Walk, and see Sydney’s famous Harbour Bridge, Opera House and the Botanical Gardens. Then, it’s time to board the Mari Nawi, meaning ‘big canoe’, for the Tribal Warrior Cruise. You’ll develop a richer appreciation of the area and the deep and continuing connection the Traditional Custodians have to the land and waters surrounding Sydney. Listen to stories and learn about ancient First Nations wisdom – including fishing and foraging techniques that have supported First Nations peoples for tens of thousands of years. End the cruise with a traditional dance and music performance. In the afternoon, drive to Katoomba in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains – a land of rugged peaks, dense forests and waterfalls – where you’ll stay for the next two nights.
Day 3 - Blue Mountains
Start your day with a walk to Wentworth Falls and Fletchers Lookout for dramatic views over the valley. You then have the option to visit Scenic World – a family-owned attraction backdropped by the mountains. Here, you could board the world’s steepest railway and ride into Jamison Valley, look out for lyrebirds as you explore rainforest boardwalks, ride the cableway past sandstone escarpments and Orphan Rock, or see Katoomba Falls and the Three Sisters on the Scenic Skyway. Alternatively, tackle the Prince Henry Cliff Walk – a 7 km hike that takes you past hanging swamps and waterfalls. Then, head to Echo Point Lookout – the main viewpoint for the legendary Three Sisters rock formations – and do the Three Sisters Walk for more views of the national park below. You might like to stop at Lookout Restaurant for lunch overlooking Echo Point before returning to Katoomba to relax.
Day 4 - Jenolan Caves / Blue Mountains / Sydney
This morning you'll visit Jenolan Caves. Estimated to be over 340 million years old, many scientists consider this the oldest open cave system in the world. It's an incredible sight, with huge stalactites and stalagmites hanging from the ceiling and large crystal speleothems decorating the chambers. Jenolan Caves – or Binoomeal, meaning ‘Dark places’ in the Gundungurra language – is also a sacred place for the Traditional Owners. While you’re here, learn about the Gundungurra people’s history, culture and continuing connection to the caves and their ecosystems. After, visit a truffle farm in Oberon for an immersive tasting experience with expert truffle growers, then drive back to Sydney where your trip comes to an end.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
10-07-202512-07-2025AUD $ 1,252-
21-08-202523-08-2025AUD $ 1,755-
02-10-202504-10-2025AUD $ 1,835-
30-10-202501-11-2025AUD $ 1,835-
13-11-202515-11-2025AUD $ 1,743-
25-12-202527-12-2025AUD $ 1,835-
08-01-202610-01-2026AUD $ 1,835-
22-01-202624-01-2026AUD $ 1,835-
05-02-202607-02-2026AUD $ 1,755-
19-02-202621-02-2026AUD $ 1,755-
05-03-202607-03-2026AUD $ 1,755-
19-03-202621-03-2026AUD $ 1,670-
15-04-202618-04-2026AUD $ 2,490-
13-05-202616-05-2026AUD $ 2,490-
10-06-202613-06-2026AUD $ 2,395-
24-06-202627-06-2026AUD $ 2,395-
08-07-202611-07-2026AUD $ 2,395-
22-07-202625-07-2026AUD $ 2,395-
05-08-202608-08-2026AUD $ 2,395-
19-08-202622-08-2026AUD $ 2,395-
02-09-202605-09-2026AUD $ 2,395-
16-09-202619-09-2026AUD $ 2,395-
07-10-202610-10-2026AUD $ 2,490-
21-10-202624-10-2026AUD $ 2,490-
04-11-202607-11-2026AUD $ 2,490-
18-11-202621-11-2026AUD $ 2,490-
02-12-202605-12-2026AUD $ 2,585-
16-12-202619-12-2026AUD $ 2,585-
06-01-202709-01-2027AUD $ 2,585-
20-01-202723-01-2027AUD $ 2,585-
03-02-202706-02-2027AUD $ 2,585-
17-02-202720-02-2027AUD $ 2,585-
03-03-202706-03-2027AUD $ 2,585-
17-03-202720-03-2027AUD $ 2,490-

Accommodation

Hotel (3 nights)

Transport

Private vehicle,Boat

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