Blue Mountains Highlights and Wildlife Park Tour
This tour is a great all round day out. Interact with Australia’s most iconic animals including Koalas and Kangaroos and then experience all the magic of the Blue Mountains world heritage area. We will tailor the day to your interests and preferences.
ICONIC ANIMALS
On your way out to the Blue Mountains enjoy a visit to Featherdale Wildlife Park. This park is home to Australia’s largest collection of native animals. Pet a koala, hand feed a kangaroo and get up close and personal with all of your favourite iconic Australian animals.
AMAZING SCENERY
Experience the spectacular sheer beauty of this world heritage listed area less than 90 minutes from Sydney. Explore the area like a local, away from the crowds, where you can admire the dramatic landscape of sandstone cliffs, gorges, and eucalypt forests. The area is home to a plethora of rare and threatened species, and is culturally significant with strong Aboriginal ties to the area.
GUIDED WALKS
The Blue Mountains is home to some of the best hiking trails in all of Australia. Some of the most scenic sights in the area are viewed from vantage points on these walking tracks. We will discover tranquil waterfalls, temperate rainforests and unique plants and animals on these walks. Immerse yourself in nature, away from the crowds, and experience the Blue Mountains as they’re meant to be appreciated.
“Not all those who wander are lost.”
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WHAT’S INCLUDED
Sydney accommodation pick up and drop off
Experienced driver/guide
Luxury private vehicle
Bottled water
NOT INCLUDED
Lunch (but can be added at an additional expense)
Any additional experiences you may wish to add to your day
TIMINGS
Tour length is roughly 9 hours
Standard pick up is around 8am with a return around 5pm
Timings are flexible and can be organised to suit you
Itinerary Details
Meet your host in Sydney
Grab that coffee, it’s time to meet your fabulous Cloud 9 Tours guide and begin your journey into the stunning Blue Mountains. Sit back and relax in your own private luxury vehicle as you enjoy the 90 minute trip to this stunning world heritage listed area. Along the way, your guide will share many interesting tips about Sydney and the Blue Mountains and get to know you or, if you prefer, use the time to get some extra rest and recharge the batteries.
Featherdale Wildlife Park
Featherdale is home to Sydney’s best Australian wildlife experience. The park’s focus is on Australia’s truly unique wildlife. Featherdale is home to over 2000 animals from over 200 different species. Take that special photo with the koalas, hand feed the Park’s friendly kangaroos and wallabies. Featherdale is a memorable highlight of any Blue Mountains tour, offering both an unforgettable wildlife experience and the magic of the Blue Mountains, all in a single day.
Secluded lookouts away from the crowds
The Blue Mountains is one of Australia’s most visited tourist destinations. The area attracts many visitors, so you can usually expect a crowd. However, on this Blue Mountains tour, we get away from the bustle in our small tour vehicles and visit vantage points away from the large coach companies. This is truly the way the Blue Mountains should be appreciated, and all our experienced guides have their own secret spots they are happy to share with you.
Spend time in the charming village of Leura
Of all the Blue Mountain villages, Leura is considered the most beautiful by many. The town is centred on a shopping strip known as Leura Mall, home to many great fashion boutiques, homeware stores, delightful restaurants and superb coffee shops. The town is also famous for its flowering gardens. At various times throughout the year, private residences open their gardens for public viewing. Leura is a great stop on this Blue Mountains tour.
The Three Sisters rock formation
The Three Sisters is without doubt the most iconic landmark in the Blue Mountains. A unique rock formation, it sits proudly overlooking the stunning Jamieson Valley. Learn about the Aboriginal Dreamtime stories that explain how they were formed. No Blue Mountains tour is complete without seeing The Three Sisters for yourself. All Blue Mountains tours we operate will visit this must see sight.
Guided National Park Walk
Our Blue Mountains tours feature walks that are tailored to match your fitness level. Many great sights in the Blue Mountains can only be viewed from some of these tracks. We discover tranquil waterfalls, temperate rainforests and unique plants and animals on all our Blue Mountains tours that include a walk.
Returning to Sydney
At the end of the day, unwind as your guide returns you to your Sydney accommodation to freshen up for your evening plans. Guests have the option to complete the last leg of the journey into Sydney on the Rivercat from Sydney Olympic Park to Darling Harbour or Circular Quay.
Lunch Options on your Blue Mountains Tour
The Blue Mountains is full of fantastic options for lunch that will suit all budgets and most cuisines. Lunch can be arranged pre tour or, for more flexibility on the day, you can work with the recommendations of your guide during the tour.
CAFE STYLE
Looking for something light that doesn’t skip on taste? We will lead you in the right direction to some of the freshest produce the area has to offer. You’ll also get great value for money.
RESTAURANT DINING
Experience some of the finest food the Blue Mountains area has to offer. One, two and three course options available with many experiences that include great views of valleys that make the area so well known.
RELAXED PICNIC
The Blue Mountains offers many scenic spots for a relaxed picnic. We can source a variety of food locally, and provide you with everything needed for the perfect, picturesque picnic.
Featherdale Wildlife Park
What our clients say about our Blue Mountains Private Tours…..
Reviewed 2 weeks ago "Fantastic Blue Mountains Tour!"
I was in Sydney for work for a limited time, and my 16-year-old son accompanied me so we could sight-see. Since my son loves to hike, I really wanted to add a visit to the Blue Mountains. James did a FANTASTIC job tailoring our day to our interests. He took us on some great hikes, to some out-of-the-way lookouts, to a spot where we could see a huge number of kangaroos in their natural habitat lounging in the sun, and a fantastic spot for lunch, and we were away from the typical tourist areas just as we asked. James was also very flexible with our pick-up in Coogee but drop-off in the CBD at the height of rush hour. Perhaps most importantly, James was really engaging, especially for my son who is quite shy. I HIGHLY recommend Cloud 9 tours; we had a great experience for a really reasonable price for a personal, two-person tour.
Reviewed 20th September 2016 "Probably THE way to see the Blue Mountains"
James is an absolutely fantastic host. He is punctual, polite and knowledgeable. If you want to avoid the crowds is this the way to see the Blue Mt. James gives you a tailor-made tour according to your wishes or his recommendations (Which I strongly suggest you'll follow). All with 1st class service. I'm totally sure that James made the Blue Mountains a lot more impressive than any coach-tour would be able to do. Including lunch in a cozy peaceful location. He made this tour a day to remember, and there is no doubt in my mind that I'll choose his company again. And even his prices are fair :)