Blue Mountains Active Hike Tour from Sydney No Rides Included

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About this activity

Walk beneath the Three Sisters into the Blue Mountains rainforest, with around 3 hours for an independent valley hike. Your guide explains the route and walks with you to the Giant Stairway handover point before you set off.

Descend the Giant Stairway, follow Federal Pass towards the valley below Scenic World, then retrace your steps to Echo Point. The guide does not accompany the valley hike. Steep stairs and the demanding climb back require fit, confident walkers. Your guide confirms the return time and meeting point on the day.

Rejoin the group for Katoomba Cascades, Cahill's Lookout and Leura, with free time to buy lunch. Water and snacks are included. Transport may be shared with Scenic World guests; hikers skip the rides and Katoomba town lunch stop. Visit order and timings vary.

Minibus: fixed meeting-point pickup and Furama Darling Harbour drop-off. Mercedes-Benz: hotel pickup and drop-off within Sydney CBD. Rides and lunch are not included.

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At a glance

Duration: 10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 21 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Aus Asia Holiday

Ages: Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Route briefing and guide accompaniment to the Giant Stairway handover point
Included: Admission fees: Admission fee
Included: Bottled water
Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee
Included: Snacks
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Scenic World ride tickets (not required for this hiking itinerary)

Itinerary

Darling Harbour

Passing by

Catch a glimpse of the vibrant Darling Harbour precinct as we depart central Sydney. Enjoy the beautiful waterfront views and modern architecture from the comfort of your seat as we begin our journey towards the rugged Blue Mountains.
Sydney Fish Market

Passing by

As we head west out of the city, we will pass by the iconic Sydney Fish Market. Enjoy views of the bustling Blackwattle Bay from the vehicle before we merge onto the highway towards the majestic Blue Mountains.
Anzac Bridge

Passing by

Enjoy a scenic drive over the impressive Anzac Bridge, Sydney's longest cable-stayed bridge. Take in the sweeping views of the harbor and city skyline from the vehicle as we leave the city behind and set our course for the mountains.
Blue Mountains National Park Glenbrook

Passing by

Pass through Glenbrook, the historic eastern gateway to the Blue Mountains. As the vehicle begins its ascent along the mountain ridge, watch the landscape dramatically change from city suburbs to thick, rugged eucalyptus forests. Welcome to the wilderness!
Echo Point Lookout (Three Sisters)

35 min

Take in the Three Sisters and Jamison Valley views before your valley hike. Your guide explains the walking route and return arrangements, confirms where and when to meet back at Echo Point, and accompanies you to the Giant Stairway handover point. The valley hike itself is self-guided. Time here is approximate and includes preparation for the walk; arrangements vary on the day.
The Giant Stairway

3 hours

Enjoy around 3 hours of self-guided hiking beneath the Three Sisters. Your guide briefs you on the route and return arrangements, then walks with you to the Giant Stairway handover point. Descend the steps and follow Federal Pass towards the valley below Scenic World, then retrace your route to Echo Point. The guide does not accompany the valley hike.

This is a strenuous walk with steep stairs and a demanding uphill return, suited to fit, confident walkers. Allow enough time for the climb back. The route does not use Furber Steps; Scenic World rides are not included.

You may turn back earlier. If you return early, wait at The Lookout Echo Point, where you can buy lunch or coffee and browse the gift shops at your own expense. Rejoin the group at the time and meeting point confirmed by your guide that day. The hiking duration is approximate; daily timings vary.
Katoomba Cascades

25 min Admission included

Enjoy a short nature walk to picturesque Katoomba Cascades, included for hiking guests as part of the shared sightseeing itinerary. Listen to the waterfalls and look out for native birds in the surrounding trees. Visit order and stop duration may vary with the day's arrangements.
Cahill's Lookout

30 min

Visit Cahill's Lookout for sweeping views across the Megalong Valley and the dramatic sandstone escarpments. Enjoy a short walk to the viewing area and time for photos. This sightseeing stop is included for hiking guests as part of the shared Blue Mountains itinerary. Stop duration and visit order may vary with the day's arrangements.
Leura Mall

45 min

Relax in the garden village of Leura after your Blue Mountains walking and sightseeing. Enjoy free time to buy lunch or a coffee at your own expense, browse the local shops, and explore the tree-lined main street. Hiking guests visit Leura with the shared tour group. The stop duration and visit order are approximate and may vary with the day's arrangements; your guide confirms when and where to rejoin the vehicle.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Holiday Inn Sydney - Potts Point, 203 Victoria Street. Please arrive 15 minutes before your confirmed departure time and wait outside for your driver-guide. Your vehicle will be a Minibus or Mercedes-Benz according to the option booked.
Furama Darling Harbour, 68 Harbour Street. Please arrive 15 minutes before your confirmed departure time and wait outside for your driver-guide. Your vehicle will be a Minibus or Mercedes-Benz according to the option booked.

End point

All Standard Minibus guests are dropped off at Furama Darling Harbour, 68 Harbour Street. Mercedes-Benz guests receive hotel drop-off within the designated Sydney CBD service area.

Pickup points

Valentine On George
W Sydney
Capitol Square Hotel Sydney
Park8 Hotel Sydney
Hotel Morris Sydney - Handwritten Collection
Kimpton Margot Sydney by IHG
Little National Hotel Sydney
Space Q Capsule Hotel
Nesuto Woolloomooloo Sydney Apartments
East Side Hotel
Hyacinth Catalo Platform APAC
Hotel Woolstore 1888, Sydney - Handwritten Collection

and 129 more pickup points

Pickup and drop-off depend on the option booked.

MINIBUS: Meet at your confirmed fixed meeting point. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. All Minibus guests finish at Furama Darling Harbour, 68 Harbour Street.

MERCEDES-BENZ: Hotel pickup and drop-off are included within the designated Sydney CBD service area only. Guests staying outside this area must use an agreed meeting point.

We will contact you before travel to confirm your exact pickup or meeting location and time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.