Blue Mountains Day Tour Including Parramatta River Cruise
Overview
10 hours
Mobile ticket
The Blue Mountains now World-Heritage listed, has deep gorges, steep cliffs, spectacular lookouts, excellent bushwalks and rich flora and fauna. On this tour, you'll discover the meaning of the name the Blue Mountains. You'll travel by clean, modern and air-conditioned buses on a personalized tour with friendly service. Your tour includes a pick up from pre scheduled locations in the city centre, . Travel with passionate, friendly and qualified guides with local knowledge and extensive commentary as you visit the famous places and “get off the beaten track”.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Sydney Zoo
Sydney Zoo – Sydney’s newest zoo is located on our way to the Blue Mountains. This is a great opportunity to meet Australian wildlife such as Kangaroo, Koala, Dingo, Wombat, Tasmanian Devil, Echidna and more. You can also meet African and Asian animals! (Cheetah, lion, Red Panda, Elephant, Sumatran Tiger and more).
The best place to view the wilderness of the Blue Mountains (away from the large buses – big Coaches DO NOT have access at Kings Tableland)
What‘s Included
Entrance fees to Sydney Zoo & Scenic World can be paid in advance or on day of the tour
Harbour Cruise (on a Sydney Ferry)
Experienced Tour Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick up from pre-scheduled pickup points
Personal Expenses
Pickup points
Holiday Inn Sydney - Potts Point By IHG
203 Victoria Street, Potts Point Sydney Australia
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour
150 Day Street, Sydney Sydney Australia
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
199 George Street, Sydney Australia
Furama Darling Harbour
68 Harbour Street, Darling Harbour Sydney Australia
ibis Sydney Darling Harbour
70 Murray Street, Darling Harbour Sydney Australia
Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection
11 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay, Walsh Bay Sydney Australia
Ovolo Sydney, Woolloomooloo
6 Cowper Wharf Rdwy Sydney Australia
Vibe Hotel Sydney
111 Goulburn Street, Sydney Australia
Options
Day Tour+Scenic World +Cruise
Scenic World Katoomba
Pickup included
Blue Mountains tour + Cruise
Pickup included
Day tour+Sydney Zoo+Cruise
Sydney Zoo: On way to the Blue Mountains visit Sydney's newest zoo before it opens to the public. Walkin and open space enclosures.
Pickup included
Tour+Zoo+Scenic World+Cruise
Fully inclusive day tour : Blue Mountains day tour inclusive of Sydney Zoo, Scenci World Katoomba, River Cruise. SMALL GROUPS - 28 people max.
Pickup included
Reviews
1,633 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Compact
Rochelle U,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Given the distance from Sydney you will see as much as can be packed into one day. Our tour guide was friendly and very helpful. Interesting facts were shared, without overwhellming us.
A Must-Do Sydney Day Trip!
JohnPhilip C,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00If you are looking for the perfect way to see the Blue Mountains in a day, look no further. This tour is a full, action-packed itinerary that covers a lot of ground—it is definitely a tiring day, but every moment is absolutely worth your time. The real highlight of the experience, however, was our guide, Les Goldsworthy. He is truly top-tier and makes the long drive feel like a breeze with his endless supply of local trivia and storytelling. The standout moment was hearing about his firsthand experience of being struck by lightning—it’s not every day you get a tour guided by a literal force of nature! Between the breathtaking views of the Three Sisters and the wealth of knowledge Les shares, this trip is a 10/10. Highly recommending this to anyone visiting Sydney!
Blue Mountains, Zoo, and river ride
Linda S,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative and fun! Exceeded our expectations. Our guide was , friendly and knowledgeable, keeping us on time with all questions answered.
Definitely do this!
Shannon I,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely fantastic day!! Saw the amazing mountains with multiple stops and talks. The zoo was okay, early entry meant we missed the crowds. Scenic world is 10000% worth it especially if you enjoy thrills. Les our guide was brilliant and welcoming and knowledgeable about the Blue mountains,
Bad tour
W19EZheathere,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Bad experience! We were promised hiking and swimming . Les, our guide did not include history of the Aboriginals, he gave a colonial history and highlighted the greatness of their achievements. When asked about Aboriginal history he shut down. The tour stopped at an optional zoo visit (extra charge) that turned out to be owned by an acquaintance of his; when we declined to go in on our ethical views, Les responded with snide remarks. The hiking consisted of 5-10 minute walks to lookout. The waterfall hike which consists of 250 steep stairs was squeezed into 30 minutes. We lost our group and had to rush back. Les didn't keep the group together resulting in other participants getting lost. Rush, rush, rush!
Excursion
Sandra N,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very knowledgable tour guide “Les”! Had a great time and Les made sure the tour ran smooth. We would recommend this small group excursion.
I had a wonderful tour...
Bipin A,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I had a wonderful tour and travel experience in Sydney! 🌏✨ Everything was very well organized, smooth, and comfortable from start to finish. The guides were friendly, professional, and explained each place clearly, which made the trip more enjoyable and stress-free. We visited beautiful locations and had enough time to explore and take photos 📸. The transport was clean and on time, and the overall service was excellent. It was a memorable experience for me and my family.
Brilliant trip with great driver and guide.
garytM836NN,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent trip, organised very well, coach driver Les was very funny, knowledgeable and pleasant , couldn’t have asked for more, a great trip and amazing views, a great day all round.
Highly recommend for a day trip in Sydney
Aspen P,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fabulous combination adventure for a day in Sydney - starting off at the Zoo (before it’s even open to the public!) is great, Lurnea is a perfect lunch spot, the blue mountains and array of stops to view them are incredible, finishing off on the iconic harbour. Only advice would be to not pre purchase zoo tix like we did through the zoo website, as the tour guide gets 1/2 price tickets upon arrival.
Excellent trip
Adilia R,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We truly enjoyed our tour of blue mountains. Visit to the zoo was perfect for my group parents (68yrs old) and kids (teenagers), the waterfall hikes were beautiful and the overlooks amazing. Les was our tour guide with oz tours thru Viator and we highly recommend them.
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