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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.
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
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
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.
288 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lisa M,
Oct 20, 2025
- Viator
Easy to book - viator sent me email with QR code. Bus driver writes date on booklet which becomes your ticket. And then called the office to get my booking code for the included Scenic World rides. Stops at convenient locations around Katoomba, Scenic World and Leura. Get off one stop, walk along the Prince Henry Cliff walk and get back on at the next stop. Runs every hour but doesnt sit waiting for the exact departure time at each stop, so best to get to your stop 5min early. Drivers are friendly and helpful. And the booklet you get is so comprehensive to make the most of your stay, inluding hiking trail information. Very impressed with this service.
Cathy M,
Oct 18, 2025
- Viator
Very convenient, drivers were extremely friendly and knowledgeable and other staff very helpful. It was a positive experience and we extended for three days which was very good.
Claire S,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
We had Damien as our bus driver most of the day he was excellent at his job, gave plenty of information regarding stops. The booklet was very thorough and plenty of things to see and do. Would recommend extending pass if staying a few days.
Marie C,
Jun 20, 2025
- Viator
Great way to see the town. Missed the "5" mark for me as the office staff appeared too rushed and answers given to questions were not clear. The bus drivers were nice, but some directions to hiking paths were vague. Example: "At honeymoon lookout, just take the easy 20 min walk to Echo Point" When we got off, there appeared to be a path to our left so off we went. After 45+ min walk which was not easy with multiple stairs, we realized we should have taken a path that was to the right of where we got dropped off. We missed it because of the trees. It appears this maybe an issue the bus company may have been aware of because the next day we got on the bus, the driver announced "No stop at Honeymoon Lookout because the town is finally doing tree cutting as tge trees were too over grown." We had 6 unhappy people after that hike which sadly set the tone for the rest of the day.
Cherie S,
Mar 21, 2025
- Viator
The staff and drivers are so very friendly and helpful! I would highly recommend this, as it makes walks/hikes easier and quicker.
Operated by Blue Mountains Explorer Bus