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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
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Hop-On Hop-Off Tour: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour. Valid for up to three consecutive days from the first time of use.
Ticket PLUS Scenic World Rides: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour PLUS the exciting rides at Scenic World!
307 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
R7442RGkarenf,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We got on at Leura, although the QR code information only told us we had to be in Katoomba. Luckily the bus showed up before we tried to get to Katoomba. The guide was amazing, but he kept telling us we only had a pass for the round trip, but the QR CODE said, hop on hop off..... so not sure what that was about. all a little confusing, but doesn't detract from a good day. Great information by driver.
hanna1434,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Brilliant way to see Katoomba and excellent value for money. Included scenic world pass which was great and also allowed multiple day use if needed. I did some walks and used this for in between if I went off track! Bus drivers were great for making suggestions of which areas to skip or get off at.







KBJLeicester,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Loads of stops to take you around the nature resrverne, informative drivers. Great fun.
Sian1957,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Absolutely excellent. All wonderful drivers, friendly, polite, kind and all exeptionally knoweldgeable. So refreshing not to be given a handset with pre-recorded information. Each had in addition to the information their own individual stories which made the whole experience very enjoyable.
JodiB371,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Fantastic way to see the attractions In Katoomba and Leura. Great guides. Comfortable bus. Highly recommend.


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.
Operated by Blue Mountains Explorer Bus