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1 hour
Mobile ticket
Hop on hop off all day at your own pace. Maps and walking guides are included in the Guide Book that you will be given at the booking office. Live commentary provided on the bus and the drivers will answer questions and help you wherever necessary.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Duration:1 hour
Operating Schedule:Daily departures at Stop 1 (Katoomba Street opposite the Carrington Hotel) from 9:15am. Buses run every 60 minutes from 9.45am until the last circuit finishes at 5.45pm. Timetable available at www.explorerbus.com.au/map-walking-guides/
Stop 1 - Opposite The Carrington Hotel in Katoomba Street
Extend pass free for up to 3 days if staying in the Blue Mountains
Full-Day Hop on hop off tour
Local discounts - Accommodation, entries, shopping and dining
Full colour guidebook - information, maps & bush walking guides
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Restroom on board
Ticket PLUS Scenic World Rides: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour PLUS the exciting rides at Scenic World!
Hop-On Hop-Off Tour: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour. Valid for up to three consecutive days from the first time of use.
302 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
andrewcQ9668MV,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We took the train up from Sydney and were a little late so the lady in the explorer bus office was super helpful in moving our scenic world tickets around and telling how best to spend the time we had remaining. We did some of the hikes which were stunningly beautiful. The next day we did scenic world which was well worth doing for the rides and the walks through the bottom of the canyons. All in a great couple of days.
HvdBoom,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent excursion through the blue mountains, good travel guide about the stops and walks at pick-up at booking office, very friendly drivers who give extra info and stop to take pictures. Once an hour was what little, and last bus already at 5 pm, we would have liked to have had even longer. Unforgettable walks. The scenic world rides exciting, very short and very touristy. We love to come back again for more walks. Places okay but not special, there is food for sale and some shops








Blueprimal,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Absolutely brilliant way to get to all the best places in and around Katoomba. Local knowledge from the drivers very helpful too. Just make sure you get your timings right and it won't let you down.
eugened296,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
The concept is good, but the execution is a waste of time. Because the bus only runs once an hour in a single direction, missing it by five minutes means a 55-minute wait. While some stops don't have enough to do for a full hour, others—like Scenic World—have long queues that make it impossible to guarantee you’ll catch the next bus. You are much better off using the local public buses, which run more frequently and in both directions.
KathyBBrisbane,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Wonderful day in the beautiful Blue Mountains. We did the Explorer Hop On Hop Off Bus including Scenic World. The rides and scenery were spectacular. Great commentary from the Bus Drivers. Friendly staff. The desk staff at the office in town, after we got off the train from Sydney, were so welcoming and helpful.
Dawn A,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
This is a great way to get to see the sighrs. We stayed jn Katoomba but real easy to find the bus stops. Feel its a bit misleading hop on hop off as when you get off its an hour to the next bus so any stops with not much there isnt worth it. We did the honeymoon lookout walk to echo point was a nice easy walk. The drivers are friendly, helpful and jnformative. The back seat could do with a bell button for stopping and due to engine noise can be difficult to hear the announcements but overall well worth the money.
558stevei,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a brilliant time, able to set out own pace to explore. Drivers also very personable. Fun time!
janaG6066SO,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We can not thank the staff in the office enough great customer service . We were late for our booking time rang and spoke with the office they told us no worries we can get the next bus ,when we arrived at tge office staff were wonderful they also upgraded our trip.
LonnaDa,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
While I was in Sydney, Australia, I went to the Blue Mountains in Katoomba. I rode the Blue Mountains Explorer Bus and went to Scenic World. I asked the Driver of the Blue Mountains Explorer Bus what stop should I explore first and he told me to explore Scenic World before the large crowds arrive. I got off at stop 7 and rode the Scenic Skyway. Rode the Scenic Railway to explore the Scenic Walkway then road the Scenic Cableway. The Blue Mountains Explorer Bus Guide said "warm, friendly family service and delicious meals" are at Café Lurline, stop 15. So the bus dropped me off at stop 15. I enjoyed lunch at Café Lurline. One employee frombCafé Lurline showed me the route to walk to Echo Point so I could see Three Sisters up close. I then got on the Blue Mountains Explorer Bus and got off at Katoomba Station. I experienced two drivers on the Blue Mountains Explorer Bus and I learned more about Blue Mountains. Thanks Blue Mountains Explorer Bus and Scenic World for a great day.





X3653ZImargareth,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
A great trip , fabulous views and friendly and very informative drivers we took our cousins who were visiting from UK and they were super impressed Will do again when in Sydney



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