The Blue Mountains National Park is one of those must-see destinations when you visit or live in Sydney or even Australia! This stunning UNESCO destination is a one-stop destinations for seeing wildlife (still waiting to see your first kangaroo?), hiking, breathtaking scenic views, or adventure. Escape the city to explore ancient rock formations and valleys that make the Blue Mountains so famous. Whether you are looking for a private tour for a small group or a large group, a short stroll or extreme adventure, the Blue Mountains has it all. And the best part? You can do it all on a day tour. Here are our best tips for finding the best Blue Mountains Private Tour!
1. Can you do a Sydney day trip to Blue Mountains?
Yes, absolutely! The Blue Mountains is one of the most loved and visited destinations nearby Sydney. It really is the perfect day trip located at only 1.5 hours from Sydney. On a Blue Mountains Private Tour you can visit all the sights that are on your to-see list. With iconic nature surrounding cute mountain villages, there are endless adventures to be include in your private Blue Mountains tour!
There is nothing quite like watching the sun come up or go down in the Blue Mountains. Photo by Gilberto Olimpio on Unsplash.
2. Include all the best Blue Mountains Private Tour Highlights!
Visitors are spoiled with choice when visiting the Blue Mountains. From walking trails, waterfalls, spotting of wildlife to mountain bike rides, abseiling tours, cave explorations, and more. The Blue Mountains is a great destination for people of all fitness levels and for those who crave any type of adventure. Whether you want to spend your private Blue Mountains Tour on our luxury bus seeing all the picturesque highlights or whether you want to canyon your way down a river, it’s all possible in the Blue Mountains!
Most private Blue Mountains tours will allow you to visit exactly what you want. So it’s just a matter of talking to the tour operator! We love customising the best Blue Mountains private tours for our clients! Here are a few of our highlights!
A visit to the Blue Mountains National Park is not complete without viewing the Three Sisters.
Visit the Iconic Three Sisters
Can you visit the Blue Mountains without stopping over at the iconic Three Sisters lookout? Heck no! The ancient rock formation is located on the north escarpment of the Jamison Valley and is of cultural significance to the local indigenous Dharug and Gundungurra peoples. If you’re lucky, you may even spot one of the local lyrebirds, who are famous for their ability to copy human sounds like ringtones or cars. Located in the cute mountain village of Katoomba, the Three Sisters are easily the most accessible viewpoints to visit as you can simply hop off the bus and see them in all their glory, so it’s a must-visit on your first Blue Mountains Private Tour!
Jenolan Caves are an iconic destination to experience the magical cave systems of The Blue Mountains.
Explore Jenolan Caves Tours
Another iconic location in the World Heritage Blue Mountains are the famous Jenolan Caves. Often described as a truly magical spot, Jenolan Caves is home to the largest and most popular caves in Australia. Rather than one big cave, Jenolan Caves consists out of 7 different cave systems known as Lucas, Chifley, Imperial, Diamond, Orient, Temple of Baal, and River Cave. If you’re interested in learning more about aboriginal culture, local birds or wildlife, or just have a cool adventure, this is the place to be. You may even get a chance to see the elusive platypus which lives in the local waterways. If you’re interested in this trip, you can talk to our team today.
Pop into Featherdale Wildlife Park on a Blue Mountains Private Tour
While the Blue Mountains are still home to wild endangered koalas, sadly their numbers have dwindled significantly due to various reasons, including development of the region and the deadly bushfires of 2019. That makes the chances of seeing one in the wild are very small. If seeing a koala is something that is very high up on your to-do list, consider including Featherdale Wildlife Park on your tour. The park is a great destination to see Australian wildlife up close and personal in a way that makes sure the animals are kept safe. You can take a selfie with a Quokka (endemic to Western Australia), help feed the koalas or their wallabies! Who could resist all this cuteness?
Should I visit Scenic World on my Blue Mountains tour?
Would you love to see the Three Sisters and Katoomba Falls, but want to see from a one-of-a-kind viewpoint? Include Scenic World in your Blue Mountains Private Tour! You can choose between the Scenic Railway, the Scenic Cable Way, the Scenic Skyway, and the Scenic Walkway, all of which provide fabulous views over the blue-hued eucalyptus trees of these unique location.
Leura Cascade
If you are hoping to get out on a bushwalk, but don’t want to go on one that will have you sweating too much, Leura Cascade is the perfect one! Starting from the picturesque town of Leura, this scenic hike will give you impressive views of the cliff line and spectacular views of Gordon Falls lookout. And if you are in Leura anyway, why not visit the historic Candy Store that has been going strong since 1990!
3. How the weather can affect your Blue Mountains Private Tour?
The weather in the Blue Mountains can be very different than the weather at the beaches in Sydney. It’s always worth keeping an eye on the weather when traveling to the Blue Mountains. When it’s sunny in Sydney, it could be raining in the mountains and the other way around. Other than being a bit wetter than Sydney, don’t let the weather deter you from a day trip to the Blue Mountains. Even if it’s wet weather, the Blue Mountains are so worth the visit! Make sure that you pack an extra layer, as the mountains tend to be a few degrees colder than the coastal areas, and you’re good to go! Check in with your private tour guide and they will be able to help you pack for your day out!
4. Include some Adventure in Your Blue Mountains Private Tour with Canyoning!
Amongst the Blue Mountains locals and Sydney-siders, there are many who spend their weekends exploring the Blue Mountains rivers and canyons! Within our team of tour guides, there are also many lovers of this adventurous sport. In our humble opinion, canyoning is one of the best experiences you can have on any blue mountains tour. It encompasses all the best parts of adventuring: exploring new places, being physically challenged, sliding on natural waterslides, jumping off cliffs and swimming through the fresh mountain water. It’s a pretty epic experience and one that we love to include on our Blue Mountains Private Tours!