OPERATES: Daily

DEPARTS: 10:00am (winter Apr-Oct) / 12:00pm (summer Oct-Apr)

RETURNS: 8:30pm (winter Apr-Oct) / 10:30pm (summer Oct-Apr)

TOUR DURATION: 10:30 Hours

MAIN PICKUP LOCATION & TIME: Mercure Central - 818-820 George St Cnr Lt Regent Entrance @ 10:00am (winter) / *12:00pm (summer).

IMPORTANT: Guests are to be ready and waiting on the Little Regent St laneway entrance into the Mercure Sydney around the corner from George St.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Late morning tour departure - Avoid the crowds!

Enjoy the twilight magic and mystery of the Blue Mountains National Park at sunset

Escape to the wilderness of a World Heritage LIsted area, located in New South Wales

See the iconic and spectacular Three Sisters rock formation, overlooking picturesque landscapes

Guided bush walks along secret trails of a World Heritage Listed area where you can smell the eucalyptus and tea tree

Amazing lookout views across Jamison Valley

Hear the sounds of cascading water at a rugged waterfall

Australian wildlife sightings in their natural habitat

ITINERARY:

Avoid the crowds on this relaxed exploration of the Blue Mountains! Explore the changing moods of the Blue Mountains in the late afternoon sunlight and capture the sunset over the rugged ranges and valleys. This tour is designed to avoid the peak hour traffic of Sydney with later departures and returns to maximise our time enjoying the stunning scenery and native forests.

With a late morning departure, you will have extra time to explore Sydney before joining this tour to one of the world's most spectacular World Heritage-listed national parks. Located 50 kilometres from Sydney CBD, the Blue Mountains is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, and is rich in Aboriginal heritage. A rugged mountain range of unique sandstone formations and steep cliffs, the Blue Mountains is known for its dramatic landscape. Surrounded by giant eucalyptus trees which creates a blue haze that lives up to its name.

We travel onwards to explore the amazing Jamison Valley with magnificent valley and canyon views, a major scenic attraction. Get up close to the storied sandstone formation, the iconic Three Sisters. Hike along some impressive bush trails toward one of the most breath-taking waterfalls in New South Wales then settle in to watch the sun sink behind the distant mountains casting shadows over the rock formations and eucalyptus forests. On the journey home, take a quick break to grab some dinner before we go kangaroo spotting! Many of Australia’s native animals are much more active in the dusk hours and we’ll explore some of the secret spots where we are most likely to find wildlife. Meals: N/A. Driving Distance: 250km. Walking distance: 2-4 km (subject to fitness).

*A moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks. The minimum age to join this tour is 6 years old, due to the level of fitness required and walking involved.

INCLUSIONS:

• National Park entry fees

• World Heritage-Listed area

• Guided bush walks* (~2-4km, subject to fitness levels)

• Australian flora and fauna sightings

• Hosted by an experienced driver-guide

• Air-conditioned mini-coach travel

• Comprehensive local tour commentary

• Selected Sydney inner-city pick-up/drop-off points

EXCLUSIONS:

• Any meals not indicated within the itinerary - at the guest’s own expense. We provide plenty of opportunities for guests to support locals and buy lunch/dinner along the way.

• Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point

• Personal travel insurance is highly recommended

• Personal expenses