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
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
Day Tour+Scenic World +Cruise
Scenic World Katoomba 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
1,660 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful Experience
O4365YTpaulv,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour. Our guide Mr Bruce planned everything to the tee. Just walked us through the scenic world with ample time everywhere for spending time. Highly recommended trip
Value for money and great day
Kristin B,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent experience. Our tour guide Bruce was fantastic! He was friendly, knowledgeable and happy to answer any questions. Highly recommend!
Fantastic day out
H2993XKnikkil,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This day trip was a fantastic day out. Amazing views & lots of activities packed in a day. Great itinerary as well. Bruce, our guide, was top notch. He was very informative & friendly. 10/10, would highly recommend.
Day trip to blue Mountain
sami,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Excursion was OK, too rushed at “blue Mountain” scenic world, , no free time,rushed through like cattle through the event. Also, the bus was small, a screaming, one year-old most of the day, the bus driver. Bruce kept the music very loud in the bus.
Good trip
Passenger52068028321,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip, Bruce our guide was excellent. He got us back to late (it was dark) to fully enjoy the river cruise
Amazing trip!
Cecil P,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The trip to Blue Mountain was spectacular. It was more than I expected. Viator delivers!. The Driver / Guide Bruce did and an excellent narration of the stops for the trip to and from Blue Mountain. He was knowledgeable about the tour and he was very entertaining throughout the journey.
Nice guide
V6008XRkevinm,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice guide and very beautiful trip
Better way to explore Blue Mountains
Kalana W,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well organised tour! I felt a much better way to visit Blue mountains and the surrounding without stressing on renting car, driving, finding parking, getting admission tickets. Specially loved the commentary by our bus driver.. very detailed and comprehensive
The Blue Mountains in all their glory.
Paul v,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great way to see the expanse of the Blue Mountains with a fantastic guide who was a walking encyclopedia of knowledge.
Blue Mountain experience
nigelbD9852UO,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great day with Les, he was was full of a wide spectrum of information and also ensured the whole day ran smoothly. If you’re in Sydney I’d thoroughly recommend this tour with this company .. Thank you for a great day out 🤩
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