Blue Mountains tours: Compare experiences and activities

Offering everything from adventure to relaxation, the Blue Mountains is an adventurer's paradise as well as a romantic background for couples wanting a cosy weekend away.

Wine tasting in the beautiful Megalong Valley, hiking to stunning waterfalls, and abseiling down impressive cliffs are just some of the activities on offer in the region. Whichever you choose, you’re assured a memorable time in this UNESCO World Heritage area.

Whether you only have a day or a weekend or longer, keep reading to find the perfect way to spend your time.

Blue Mountains tours compared

Top things to do in the Blue Mountains

See the Three Sisters

The Three Sisters is an unusual rock formation situated in the main upper Blue Mountains area of Katoomba. Aboriginal legend has it that three sisters from the Katoomba tribe fell in love with men from a neighbouring tribe, which was forbidden. When these two clans clashed in the valley below the rocks, the girls were turned to stone to protect them from harm.

The site has become an icon within the national park and is a picturesque viewpoint, as well as a starting point for several scenic hiking trails.

Top pick: Blue Mountains Small Group Tour and Cruise from Get Your Guide

Highlights:

• Stop within the UNESCO World Heritage site to see the Three Sisters rock formation and valley views
• Have lunch in the national park at Wentworth Falls
• Meet Australian wildlife
• Return to Sydney on a boat cruise

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Visit Scenic World

Scenic World offers a range of exciting experiences for visitors to Katoomba, each one showcasing the stunning vistas of the Blue Mountains National Park.

Test your nerves on the Scenic Railway, the steepest passenger railway in the world, as you descend down a 52° incline. At the bottom, stroll along the Scenic Walkway through ancient rainforest, and maybe spot a lyrebird. Take the Scenic Cableway back up the cliff face for panoramic views, and finish off with a ride on the Scenic Skyway to view the valley through a glass floor.

Top pick: Blue Mountains “3 Rides, No Lunch” Day Tour from finder.com.au

Highlights:

• Panoramic views from the Scenic World Cableway, Skyway and Railway
• Includes admission to Featherdale Wildlife Park
• Enjoy a river cruise
• Visit the famous Three Sisters lookout point

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Go abseiling or canyoning

The Blue Mountains is an adventure lover’s paradise, with an abundance of challenging activities available for visitors. Abseiling and canyoning are just two of the adventure activities that are widely popular in the area.

Take the chance to see the UNESCO World Heritage site from a unique perspective. Whether you’re abseiling an adrenaline-pumping 18 storeys of overhanging rock, or navigating tunnel swims, waterfall scrambles and rock slides, you’re guaranteed a trip to remember.

Top pick: Blue Mountains Abseiling Adventure at Boar’s Head from RedBalloon

Highlights:

• Valley views from vertical rock formations
• Nationally certified instructors
• Multiple abseils down different areas of Boar’s Head
• Lunch, equipment and national park fees included

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Visit Wentworth Falls

Wentworth Falls is a scenic town in the Blue Mountains famous for its bushwalks, stunning views and, of course, its namesake waterfall. The most popular activity is to walk along the Wentworth Falls track where bushwalkers are rewarded with views from the top of the cascade.

After your hike, take a stroll through the main street and drop in to one of the coffee shops. Eat or drink in, or take away a snack and enjoy it amid the tranquil setting of Wentworth Falls Lake. Alternatively, enjoy a drink on the deck of the clubhouse overlooking the greens of the local golf course.

Top pick: Blue Mountains Sunset Tour with Mid-Morning Departure from Sydney from Viator

Highlights:

• Scenic views of the Three Sisters during sunset
• Visit Wentworth Falls lookout or Paradise Pool, depending on the day
• Spot Australian wildlife
• Guided bushwalk and park fees included

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Practise your golf swing

If you like scenic views with your golf, then head to the Blue Mountains for a glorious round surrounded by bushland. The mountains are home to multiple golf courses, including Leura Golf Club which was established in 1902 and is the oldest course in the Blue Mountains.

Play for the day or stay the weekend and enjoy some well-earned R and R after your game. Have a drink or meal at one of the clubhouses, or stay the night at the Fairmont Resort which adjoins the course in Leura, and enjoy some proper pampering.

Top pick: Blue Mountains Two-Night Golf Getaway from RedBalloon

Highlights:

• Play golf with mountain views overlooking the Jamison Valley
• Comprises two nights accommodation and buffet breakfast for two
• Includes two rounds of 18-hole golf for two
• One golf buddy per round included
• Free on-site parking available

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Try your hand at horseriding

Where there are mountains there are also valleys. The Megalong and Kanimbla Valleys are spectacular areas in which to explore the lay of the land on horseback. Surrounded by nature and farmland, they are nestled under stunning escarpments that reflect changing colours with the sun.

If you need some sustenance before or after your ride, pop in to the Megalong Valley Tearooms and sit among the gum trees while you eat. If you stay in the valley until sunset, you’ll also have a good chance of spotting some kangaroos. You can even book one of several cabins in the valley and sleep to the sound of nature.

Top pick: Horse Riding and Cellar Door Tour from RedBalloon

Highlights:

• Includes two-hour trail ride with an experienced guide
• Sample wines and cheeses from the local area
• Available on weekends
• Note: Transfers from Sydney aren't included

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Get on your bike

A myriad of adventure activities await you in the Blue Mountains, and for those with a need for speed, mountain biking is a thrilling experience. It’s a fabulous way to experience the national park up close and personal, whether you prefer a gentle track, or something more challenging.

Keep your budget at bay and play it your way by following one of numerous bike trails throughout the area. Alternatively, there are various day tours available that include a guide to take you through the best spots and provide information about the area along the way.

Top pick: Blue Mountains Scenic Mountain Biking Adventure Day from RedBalloon

Highlights:

• Follow your guide along the Narrow Neck trail
• Includes all gear, lunch, refreshments and transfers from Sydney
• Biking trail features four steep climbs and a couple of short gullies

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Helicopter ride over the Blue Mountains

For those short on time or seeking a unique perspective of this World Heritage site, a helicopter ride from Sydney is the ultimate day out.

Not only do helicopter rides provide you with the luxury of a quick and unique journey, many include a stopover in the mountains as well as meals and refreshments you can enjoy while soaking up panoramic views of the landscape. This is definitely the way to go for a special occasion.

Top pick: Helicopter to Blue Mountains with Buffet Lunch from RedBalloon

Highlights:

• Fly from Sydney across to the Blue Mountains
• Includes buffet lunch overlooking Jamison Valley
• Free entry to Scenic World
• Full half-day experience

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Enjoy local wine

The Blue Mountains area itself is home to two wineries, Megalong Creek Estate and Dryridge Estate, which are both in the Megalong Valley. Choose one or the other (or both) and spend an afternoon enjoying the views whilst sipping on a Shiraz or Riesling, or stay the weekend and really soak in the surroundings.

If you’d like a wider range of regional wines to taste as well, head to one of the villages and try one of the many eateries. Then pop in to fabulous Carrington Cellars in Katoomba and take home a local bottle or two.

Top pick: Wine Tasting and Cheese at Dryridge Estate from RedBalloon

Highlights:

• Sample six wines for two people
• Views of the Megalong Valley
• Includes cheese platter with local produce
• Take home a bottle of wine of your choice
• Note: Does not include transport from Sydney

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Top things to do in the Blue Mountains

• See the Three Sisters
• Visit Scenic World
• Go abseiling or canyoning
• Spend time at Wentworth Falls
• Practise your golf swing
• Try your hand at horseriding
• Experience the thrill of mountain biking
• Take a helicopter ride
• Enjoy some wine

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