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PRIVATE Blue Mountains Tour, Wildlife Park and River Cruise

About this experience

A tour ONLY for just your family and friends plus our professional guide. No waiting around for others, the day is designed for your pace and preferences.
We have over 30 years in Blue Mountains guiding experience.
Free personal city accommodation pick ups.

The day is fully escorted with your guide with full commentary.

The air is healthy and you'll be amazed by all the colourful parrots and flora and fauna, spectacular Gorges and Canyons.

Visit all the main sights - Katoomba, Echo Point, The 3 sisters, Scenicworld, Leura, Australia's Grand Canyon plus Featherdale or Sydney Zoo Wildlife sanctuary with Koalas, Kangaroos, Emu's and mor

Return via a river cruise or request to be returned to your hotel instead of the cruise.

At a glance

  • Duration: 10 hr
  • Private experience

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PRIVATE Blue Mountains Tour, Wildlife Park and River Cruise
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour10 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - a jacket is preferred and wear enclosed shoes.

What is included

  • Hotel pickup at 8am.
  • River ferry return
  • National Park fees
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Featherdale Wildlife Park or Sydney Zoo.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Driver/guide with full commentary

Not included

  • Food and drinks you may buy your own in the villages.

Itinerary and highlights

After pick up at your city hotel or accommodation relax as your tour guide does the rest in our comfortable, air conditioned vehicle

Leave the city by 8am and return via a relaxing cruise to next to the Opera House around 6pm.

Visit Featherdale Wildlife Park to get close up with Koalas, Kangaroos, wombats, and ALL our native animals.You'll see the very best of the Blue Mountains.

Visiting Scenicworld ( optional $44 entry) to ride 2 Gondolas and the steep Incline Railway plus the forest Boardwalk  in the valley. The Cablecars provide for amazing views of Katoomba Falls.

You'll see the best viewing points , many away from the crowds. 

Learn some aboriginal culture - the Boomerang and Didgeridoo.

Return home on the cruise boat to Sydney.

Your PRIVATE tour will make for a personal touch for excellent interaction with your guide.

The Three Sisters, Australia's Grand canyon, Featherdale Wildlife park - Kangaroos, Koalas

See these amazing rock formations

The BEST view of the Blue Mountains

View the "Boars Head" rock and Valley

Spectacular waterfall view point

Visit the Capital town

Our beautiful garden village

Visit this World Heritage national park.

Cruise along the Parramatta river on the ferry returning to the city.

More beautiful views, souvenirs and cafe.

Koalas, Kangaroos, Emus and more.
Featherdale is an alternarte venue.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Pick up time is 8am . You may ask us for a different time to suit you, please email us your request, otherwise the time is 8am.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Blue Ribbon Day Tours - Blue Mountain Tours

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - a jacket is preferred and wear enclosed shoes.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 10 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Pick up time is 8am . You may ask us for a different time to suit you, please email us your request, otherwise the time is 8am.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 1+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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