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Flexible
Easy, fully refundable up to 24 hours before departure, no fee for changes
A$ 289
Saver
Non refundable ticket, $40pp fee for changes
A$ 259
The Ultimate All Inclusive Blue Mountains Day Trip from Sydney
The Blue Mountains are one of Australia’s most extraordinary natural destinations – a UNESCO World Heritage wilderness of towering sandstone cliffs, ancient rainforest, cascading waterfalls, and views that stretch across a million hectares of untouched bush. Our Blue Mountains All Inclusive Signature Day Tour is the most complete way to experience it all in a single day, combining the region’s two unmissable highlights – Featherdale Wildlife Park and Scenic World – with a delicious included lunch, scenic lookouts, and a visit to the iconic Three Sisters.
This is the Blue Mountains day trip that takes care of everything. Tickets, lunch, rides, transport, and an expert guide are all included from A$259 per person. All you need to do is show up and enjoy the day.
What Makes This Tour Different
There are plenty of ways to get to the Blue Mountains from Sydney – but this tour stands apart for three reasons.
First, it’s genuinely all inclusive. Featherdale Wildlife Park entry, Scenic World’s Unlimited Discovery Pass, a sit-down lunch with a drink, all national park entry fees, and premium small-group transport are all covered in the one price. There are no hidden extras, no queuing to buy separate tickets, and no scrambling to find lunch on a tight timetable.
Second, it suits all fitness levels. Unlike bushwalking-focused tours, this experience is designed for guests who want to immerse themselves in the Blue Mountains landscape without strenuous walking. Scenic World’s boardwalks, cable cars, and railway are fully accessible, making this tour ideal for older travellers, families with younger children, guests with limited mobility, or anyone who simply wants a more relaxed day.
Third, it’s 100% carbon neutral – certified to national sustainability accreditation standards. Exploring one of Australia’s most precious World Heritage areas shouldn’t cost the planet, and with Colourful Collective Travel, it doesn’t.
Your Day, Stop by Stop
Morning — Wildlife at Featherdale
Your day begins at Featherdale Wildlife Park, home to one of the world’s most extensive collections of Australian native animals. Unlike a conventional zoo, Featherdale puts you right in among the animals — you’ll hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies as they roam freely around you, watch wombats trundle past, and get close to koalas, echidnas, dingoes, quokkas, emus, Tasmanian devils, and an extraordinary array of Australian birds. A close-up koala photo opportunity is available for those who want the ultimate Australian souvenir.
Featherdale is consistently rated one of the best wildlife experiences near Sydney, and it’s easy to see why — it’s intimate, unhurried, and genuinely wonderful.
Mid-Morning — First Look at the Blue Mountains
From Featherdale, your guide takes you west into the mountains, climbing up into the Blue Mountains National Park as the city falls away behind you. Your first stop is a panoramic lookout over the Jamison Valley — a vast, silent expanse of eucalyptus forest, sandstone escarpments, and open sky that stops most visitors in their tracks. Your guide shares the story of the landscape — how it was formed, what grows here, and why this wilderness was awarded World Heritage status in 2000.
Midday — Lunch and Scenic World
Your next stop is Scenic World, the Blue Mountains’ most famous attraction — and on this tour, it’s all included. Start with a sit-down lunch at the Scenic World restaurant, with a wide menu catering to all tastes and dietary needs, including gluten-free, Halal, and vegan options. Dine with views across the Blue Mountains National Park before heading out to explore at your own pace.
Your Unlimited Discovery Pass gives you unlimited access to all four of Scenic World’s signature experiences:
- The Scenic Railway — the world’s steepest passenger railway, descending 52 degrees into the Jamison Valley through a tunnel carved by miners in the 1880s
- The Scenic Skyway — a glass-floored cable car stretching 270 metres above the valley floor, with panoramic views of the Three Sisters, Katoomba Falls, and the wilderness below
- The Scenic Cableway — the steepest aerial cable car in the Southern Hemisphere, descending into the valley through ancient temperate rainforest
- The Scenic Walkway — 2.4 kilometres of elevated boardwalks through the valley floor, winding past ancient tree ferns, towering eucalypts, and remnants of the old coal mining heritage
Take as many rides as you like, in whatever order suits you. Keep your eyes open for lyrebirds along the boardwalks — these remarkable birds are masters of mimicry and a highlight of any valley floor walk.
Late Afternoon — The Three Sisters and Aboriginal Stories
Your day concludes at Echo Point in Katoomba, where the Three Sisters rise dramatically from the edge of the Jamison Valley — three towering sandstone pillars that have become the most photographed landmark in the Blue Mountains and one of the most recognised natural icons in Australia.
In the late afternoon light, the Three Sisters are at their most spectacular, the sandstone shifting from golden yellow to deep amber as the sun drops toward the ridge. Your guide shares the Dreaming story of the Three Sisters, told by the Gundungurra and Darug peoples who have called this Country home for tens of thousands of years — a story of love, loss, and the ancient power of the mountains.
Who Is This Tour For?
This is Colourful Collective Travel’s most popular and most accessible Blue Mountains tour, and it suits a wide range of travellers:
Families — Scenic World’s rides delight guests of all ages, and there’s no strenuous walking required. Children find the wildlife park and the railway especially memorable.
Older travellers and guests with limited mobility — This tour is specifically designed to suit guests who want to experience the Blue Mountains fully without demanding bushwalks. Scenic World’s facilities are accessible and well-managed.
First-time visitors to Australia — In a single day, this tour delivers koalas, kangaroos, world-class scenery, Aboriginal culture, and a landmark Australian experience. It’s the perfect introduction to what Australia does better than anywhere else in the world.
Travellers short on time — If you only have one day to give to the Blue Mountains, this is how to spend it. Everything is organised, included, and effortless.
Good to Know Before You Book
This tour runs for approximately 10 hours from Sydney. It is suited to guests of all fitness levels — including those with limited mobility — as the main activities at Scenic World are ride-based and the boardwalks are well-maintained and even underfoot.
Lunch is included at Scenic World with a wide range of menu options. Please note any dietary requirements at the time of booking so your guide can ensure they’re catered for.
Saver ticket: A$259 per person — non-refundable, A$40 per person fee for date changes.
Flexible ticket: A$289 per person — fully refundable up to 24 hours before departure, no fee for changes.
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• Scenic World Unlimited Rides Pass
• Featherdale Wildlife Park entry
• Lunch + drink (wide range of choices)
• Blue Mountains National Park entry fees
• Waterfalls & Lookouts
• Friendly, professional driver/guide
• Informed and entertaining commentary
• Small group
• All transport in a premium vehicle
• 100% carbon neutral -
- Your adventure begins with an early arrival at Featherdale Wildlife Park, home to the world’s most extensive collection of Australian animals. Touch, feed and learn about many of Australia’s unique wildlife including an amazing array of birdlife, kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, dingos, echidnas, quokkas, emus, Tasmanian Devils, and koalas (option of close-up photo).
- Once in the mountains, our first lookout provides breathtaking, panoramic vistas over the extensive wilderness of the Jamison Valley. You’ll cherish the amazing photos you will take and enjoy informed commentary from our professional guide.
- Your next stop is at the acclaimed Scenic World, with the inclusion of a “Lunch & Rides” package. Select your lunch from a wide range of options catering to all tastes and dietary requirements, including gluten-free, Halal and vegan options. Enjoy views of the Blue Mountains National Park while you dine.
- There’s no better way to enjoy the dramatic landscape of the World-Heritage listed UNESCO Blue Mountains, than with an Unlimited Discovery Pass, providing you self-access to the world’s steepest railway, the iconic skyway and the southern hemisphere’s steepest aerial cable car. Explore the valley floor at your own pace along kms of elevated rainforest boardwalks and look out for lyrebirds and ancient tree ferns.
- Your guide then meets you again to drive you to Echo Point, location of the famous Three Sisters. Learn more about this unique rock formation and the local Aboriginal people’s stories, going back thousands of years!
- You then return to the city with some wonderful memories, feeling rejuvenated and happy after your day adventure. It’s nice to have simple choices in life!
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What is included in the Blue Mountains All Inclusive Signature Day Tour? This Blue Mountains day tour from Sydney includes entry to Featherdale Wildlife Park, a Scenic World Unlimited Discovery Pass (covering the Scenic Railway, Scenic Skyway, Scenic Cableway, and Scenic Walkway boardwalks), lunch at Scenic World, all Blue Mountains National Park entry fees, and transport in a premium small-group vehicle with a professional guide.
How is this tour different from the Blue Mountains Wildlife, Waterfalls & Walks tour? The key differences are Scenic World and lunch. This All Inclusive Signature Tour includes a Scenic World Unlimited Discovery Pass and a sit-down lunch, making it a more relaxed, fully catered experience ideal for guests who want to enjoy the Blue Mountains without a strenuous bushwalk. The Wildlife, Waterfalls & Walks tour skips Scenic World in favour of a longer off-track bushwalk to waterfalls – better suited to active travellers who want to get deep into the national park on foot. Both tours include Featherdale Wildlife Park and visit the Three Sisters.
What is Scenic World and what does the Unlimited Discovery Pass include? Scenic World is the Blue Mountains’ most famous attraction, located in Katoomba. The Unlimited Discovery Pass gives you unlimited access to all four experiences: the Scenic Railway (the world’s steepest passenger railway), the Scenic Skyway (a glass-floored cable car 270 metres above the valley), the Scenic Cableway (the steepest aerial cable car in the Southern Hemisphere), and the Scenic Walkway (2.4 kilometres of rainforest boardwalks on the valley floor). You can ride each as many times as you like, in any order, at your own pace.
Is lunch really included in the tour price? Yes – lunch is included at Scenic World’s restaurant, with no additional cost. The menu covers a wide range of options catering to different tastes, budgets, and dietary requirements including gluten-free, Halal, and vegan choices.
Is this Blue Mountains tour suitable for guests with limited mobility? Yes – this tour is specifically designed to suit guests with limited mobility and lower fitness levels. Scenic World’s cable cars and railway are accessible rides that don’t require any walking ability, and the boardwalk surfaces are even and well-maintained.
What animals will I see at Featherdale Wildlife Park? Featherdale Wildlife Park is home to one of the world’s most extensive collections of Australian native animals, including kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, wombats, dingoes, echidnas, quokkas, emus, Tasmanian devils, cassowaries, and a huge variety of Australian birds and reptiles. You’ll be able to hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies, and there’s an optional close-up koala photo opportunity available on the day.
How far is the Blue Mountains from Sydney and how long does the drive take? The Blue Mountains are approximately a 90-minute drive depending on traffic and route. Your guide will make the most of the journey with commentary and stories about the landscape you’re passing through. The full tour runs for approximately 10 hours, departing Sydney in the morning and returning in the early evening.
Is this Blue Mountains tour good for families? Yes – this is one of the most family-friendly Blue Mountains tours from Sydney. Featherdale Wildlife Park is a highlight for children of all ages, and Scenic World’s railway and cable cars are exciting for kids who might not be ready for longer bushwalks. The tour does not include any strenuous walking, making it comfortable for families with younger children. Please note the minimum age for the tour is 6 years old.
What should I wear and bring on this Blue Mountains tour? Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as you’ll be doing some walking between attractions and along Scenic World’s boardwalks. The Blue Mountains have their own microclimate and temperatures can be significantly cooler than Sydney, even in summer – always bring a layer and a waterproof jacket. Sunscreen and a hat are recommended in the warmer months. You won’t need to bring money for lunch or attraction entry as everything is included, but it’s worth having a card for any souvenirs or extras you might want on the day.
What is the Aboriginal story of the Three Sisters? The Three Sisters are a famous rock formation at Echo Point in Katoomba, rising dramatically from the edge of the Jamison Valley. Your guide will share the Dreaming story of the Three Sisters as told by the Gundungurra and Darug peoples, the traditional custodians of the Blue Mountains. The story tells of three sisters – Meehni, Wimlah, and Gunnedoo – who were turned to stone by a witch doctor to protect them from danger, and could not be returned to their human form. Your guide brings the story to life against the backdrop of the formation itself, in the late afternoon light when the sandstone glows at its most dramatic.
What is the difference between the Saver and Flexible ticket for this tour? The Saver ticket is A$259 per person and is non-refundable, with a A$40 per person fee for any date changes. The Flexible ticket is A$289 per person and is fully refundable up to 24 hours before departure, with no fee for changes. If there’s any chance your travel plans might shift, the Flexible ticket gives you complete peace of mind for just A$30 more per person.