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Best of Sydney & Blue Mountains

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Best of Sydney & Blue Mountains

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Looking for the perfect couple of days away? Take a three-day trip through Sydney’s highlights, dipping into the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains for a daytrip with all the best natural scenery. Learn about First Nations history and Dreaming with a local First Nations guide and experience the connection to land, even in a city hub like bustling Sydney. See all the city sites and then head to the rolling landscape of the Blue Mountains for some fresh air – home to waterfalls, eucalyptus forest and high peaks offering sweeping views. See the mighty Katoomba Falls, take photos at Echo Point Lookout and then head back to Sydney, where you’ll explore Manly Beach and Circular Quay.

Trip Name
Best of Sydney & Blue Mountains
Last Updated
2024-08-07
Days
3
Capacity
12
Highlights
  • See all the sites of Sydney – a bustling central city along Australia’s East Coast – like the Opera House, Hyde Park and the Harbour Bridge.
  • Take a tour around the Harbour with a First Nations guide for a unique insight into the land’s history, culture and connection to the Dreaming.
  • Take a day trip to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains and walk through the gorgeous scenery of Katoomba Falls, Echo Lookout Point and the Three Sisters.
  • Take the scenic ferry from Sydney Harbour to Manly to check out Manly Beach, Shelly Beach, Manly Wharf, Circular Quay and enjoy the laidback lifestyle of this beachside area.
  • Enjoy a short getaway over a couple of days, making the most of your three days in Sydney, or choose to add this trip onto another one as you explore Australia’s highlights.

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. 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 now located. Your adventure starts today with a welcome meeting at your hotel at 1 pm. After, you’ll head out with your local leader and fellow travellers for a walkabout tour with an Aboriginal guide in and around The Rocks. Walk through Hicksons Reserve, Campbells Cove, Cumberland Walk and more as your guide teaches you about this area's history, land and water use and spiritual connection with the First Nations peoples. After your journey into the Dreaming, head out on a leader-led orientation walk to Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, the Botanical Gardens, Hyde Park and the Sydney Tower Eye. Join your group for an included welcome dinner along Darling Harbour and then settle into your hotel for the night.
Day 2 - Blue Mountains / Sydney
This morning, head out on a day trip to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains – a land of rugged peaks, waterfalls and dense eucalyptus forest. Stop at Wentworth Falls for grand valley views at Fletchers Lookout. Head to Katoomba and visit Echo Point Lookout, which overlooks the iconic Three Sisters. Walk the Three Sisters track for views of the national park below. You might like to stop for lunch at the famous Lookout Restaurant for the views overlooking Echo Point Escarpment. Or maybe head into Katoomba town to check out the shops. This afternoon, you’ll head to Scenic World – a private, family-owned tourism spot backdropped by the mountains. Hop aboard the steepest railway in the world and ride into Jamison Valley, where you can explore the many boardwalks through the rainforest, looking out for lyrebirds and ancient tree ferns. Ride the cableway, which cruises past the sandstone escarpment and Orphan Rock. See Katoomba Falls and the Three Sisters again, but from above, on the Scenic Skyway, which soars through the mountains. Tonight, return to your accommodation in Darling Harbour.
Day 3 - Manly / Sydney
This morning after breakfast, you’ll hop on the public ferry from Sydney Harbour to Manly. Departing regularly from Circular Quay, the ferry cruises past the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House before passing Kirribilli House (the Prime Minister’s official residence), Bradleys Head and South Head before arriving at Manly Wharf. From here, you’ll walk to Manly Beach where you can enjoy the cafes and laidback beach lifestyle or join your leader for a coastal walk to the nearby Shelly Beach. This afternoon, take the ferry back to Circular Quay and take a short walk back to your accommodation. Your trip will now end, and you’re free to leave any time after checkout. If you’d like to stay in Sydney longer, just speak to your booking agent.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
23-01-202525-01-2025AUD $ 1,468-
06-02-202508-02-2025AUD $ 1,560-
06-03-202508-03-2025AUD $ 1,670-
17-04-202519-04-2025AUD $ 1,670-
15-05-202517-05-2025AUD $ 1,670-
12-06-202514-06-2025AUD $ 1,670-
26-06-202528-06-2025AUD $ 1,670-
10-07-202512-07-2025AUD $ 1,670-
24-07-202526-07-2025AUD $ 1,670-
07-08-202509-08-2025AUD $ 1,755-
21-08-202523-08-2025AUD $ 1,755-
04-09-202506-09-2025AUD $ 1,755-
18-09-202520-09-2025AUD $ 1,755-
02-10-202504-10-2025AUD $ 1,835-
30-10-202501-11-2025AUD $ 1,835-
13-11-202515-11-2025AUD $ 1,835-
27-11-202529-11-2025AUD $ 1,835-
11-12-202513-12-2025AUD $ 1,835-
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-
16-04-202618-04-2026AUD $ 1,745-
14-05-202616-05-2026AUD $ 1,745-
11-06-202613-06-2026AUD $ 1,745-
25-06-202627-06-2026AUD $ 1,745-
09-07-202611-07-2026AUD $ 1,745-
23-07-202625-07-2026AUD $ 1,745-
06-08-202608-08-2026AUD $ 1,745-
20-08-202622-08-2026AUD $ 1,830-
03-09-202605-09-2026AUD $ 1,830-
17-09-202619-09-2026AUD $ 1,830-
01-10-202603-10-2026AUD $ 1,830-
29-10-202631-10-2026AUD $ 1,915-
12-11-202614-11-2026AUD $ 1,915-
26-11-202628-11-2026AUD $ 1,915-
10-12-202612-12-2026AUD $ 1,915-
24-12-202626-12-2026AUD $ 1,915-
07-01-202709-01-2027AUD $ 1,915-
21-01-202723-01-2027AUD $ 1,915-
04-02-202706-02-2027AUD $ 1,915-
18-02-202720-02-2027AUD $ 1,830-
04-03-202706-03-2027AUD $ 1,830-
18-03-202720-03-2027AUD $ 1,830-

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nights)

Transport

Private vehicle,Boat

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