… and scenic world rides
Small Group
Day Tour
All Weather
Tour
10 Hours Duration
Operating Days: Mon, Wed, Fri
Departure: 07:15 Darling Harbour, 7:30 Circular Quay
Estimated Tour End: 17:30 (05:30 pm)
Discover World Heritage listed Blue Mountains national park found only 1.5 hour away from Sydney. Nestled within the wilderness lie charming mountain towns and iconic tourist attractions. Encounter with native wildlife, initiate into the aboriginal culture and expect to be enchanted by the natural beauty when you set out to explore the walking tracks that loop around the verdant valleys, craggy cliffs, and marvellous waterfalls.
With an early start escape the city before the morning traffic and make it to desired destination ahead of big crowds. Cross the Anzac Bridge, pass the site of the Olympic Park and continue via western suburbs to the lush hinterland of Sydney.
Find yourself on an amazing animal adventure as you encounter some of the most loved and feared animals that call Australia home. Wander the leafy bush setting and get up close with wombats, tassie devils, dingoes, reptiles and many bird species. Step into koala enclosure and don’t miss the opportunity to hand feed kangaroos and wallabies.
Stay at the picnic area or choose short but steep walk to Princess Rock lookout to marvel at the waterfall as it plunges 187 metres to the valley floor. Continue with under cliff hike via Fletchers lookout to Wentworth Falls where Jamison Creek cascades into a shallow pool to one side and the magnificent Jamison Valley opens out on the other.
Explore the delightful charms of the boutique garden village. Relish scrumptious savoury pie at the renowned Bakehouse or pick one of many rustic restaurants and caffes for a freshly cooked meal (lunch at own expense).
No visit to the Blue Mountains would be complete without a stop for the best views of the famous Three Sisters. Hear legend of the rock formation and initiate into the aboriginal culture and their connection to ancestors’ land. There’s no easier way to enjoy the iconic views, than with Scenic World Unlimited Discovery Pass. Navigate the site at your own pace. Hop aboard the world’s steepest railway into the Jamison Valley. Explore kms of raised boardwalks through the tempered rainforest, spotting lyre birds and ancient tree ferns. Ride the Cableway, to cruise past the sandstone escarpment and Orphan Rock and completed the thrill with ride on iconic glass bottom Skyway.
Beat the afternoon traffic and enjoy 55-minute ferry ride back along the Parramatta River. Cruise under the Sydney Harbour Bridge, past the Sydney Opera House to finish at Circular Quay. Scroll through the waterfront quarter as you make your own way back to your accommodation (ferry at own expense).
Small Group Day Tours are managed via life booking system and available to purchase until 17:00 (5:00 pm) AEST day before departure. Ensure to use promo code to receive discount in a value as currently promoted on the home page.
Price per person
for travel period between
1 December 2025 – 31 March 2026
From AUD $315.00
Small Group Day Tours are managed via life booking system and available to purchase until 17:00 (5:00 pm) AEST day before departure. Ensure to use promo code to receive discount in a value as currently promoted on the home page.
Our driver guide will pick you up at one of our meeting points or selected hotels conveniently located in the CBD (downtown). If you are unsure which location is nearest to your accommodation do not hesitate in contacting us or ask your hotel concierge.
We are devoted to maximising time on tour rather in transit, and whenever possible to stay away from the city traffic congestion. However, we are happy to pick up less-mobile passengers at CBD (downtown) hotels upon request.
Please note that special pick up arrangements cannot be guaranteed at the time of booking and availability will be confirmed by email.
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Dear Mark, it was your infectious spirit that led our group to be the joy-filled people who loved visiting this marvellous land under your care! Thank you and give your mum our best and a big hug and thank her for raising a wonderful guy!
Diana and Pat
Mark, I think I’ve expressed to you how appreciative I am that you were our Tour Director in Australia. I realize how much hard work you did to keep things running smoothly. All the members of the group appreciated the special helpful things you did for them. For me, it was especially that fabulous last day tour. Your personality is special and great for a tour director. Take care and come visit us in the US one day. Sincerely,
Jean W
Had a great day exploring Sydney with Mark. We had a limited amount of time, so Mark was very helpful tailoring an itinerary to our interests. Plus, it was Australia Day and raining outside, so Mark made every effort to accommodate the road blockages and keeping us dry while still seeing and learning about all the sites! It takes an intimate knowledge and familiarity with a city to put together such a great day on the fly! I’d highly recommend touring Sydney with Mark, as his knowledge, experience and passion are apparent at every step of the day and makes for a very fun, entertaining and knowledge away to explore a city!
Robert G, Seattle Washington 2015
Decided to take a tour of Sydney before we ventured on our own Hired Mark Wachtl www.wachtlaustralia.com.au. And it was great. Mark picked us up at the airport and took us all over the city and out to Bondi Beach where we stopped for lunch. We got an overall view of the city as well as some history. Mark was friendly and knowledgeable. He gave us a map when we finished the tour, circling where we had been and suggestions of where we might want to go. He said to call him if we had any questions. He’s a great guide and I would recommend him.
K Captain, Florida 2015
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