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Blue Mountains Small Group Tour with Waterfall Walk & Fresh Lunch

4.9out of 5, 766 reviews 10 h 30 min Free cancellation

Duration
10 h 30 min
Group size
Up to 27 people
Guide
English
Ages
16 and over
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Our take

Coast Warriors builds the day around walking rather than attractions, and on our Blue Mountains tours page it is the one walk-focused small group day. The highlight is a 90-minute waterfall nature walk with a fresh roll for lunch, and the rest of the day goes to lookouts, including an unfenced one over the Megalong Valley, a morning stop in Glenbrook and Echo Point at a quieter time.

It leaves out what most tours include: no Scenic World, no zoo and no hotel loop. Pickup is at 7:30am near St Laurence Church on George Street. The operator aims at fitter travellers aged about 14 to 70, warns of many steps, and asks you to bring your own water bottle, as drinks are not included. Groups run 22 to 27 in a minibus rather than a coach. It rates close to 4.9, at about half the price of the all-inclusive days.

Good for

  • A proper walk with lunch, at a lower price
  • Fit travellers who would skip the zoo and the rides

Think twice if

  • Anyone who struggles with stairs
  • You want Scenic World or Australian animals in the day

Written by SydneySide Tours from the listing, traveller reviews and the videos behind our comparison pages. Checked October 2026. How we review tours.

From the operator

Coast Warriors is Sydney’s chilled out small group tour operator own and run by Aussie locals. We target the fitter 14 to 70ish years of age travellers though older is fine if you can bushwalk and like what you see advertised :)

This tour offers one of Sydney's highest reviewed experiences for those seeking a relaxed Blue Mountains option. Our tours are run by fun local Aussies with the aim of being less of a tour and more of a feeling of a small group of mates on a day trip.

We have now been running this adventure for many years so you can put trust that we will take you to only the best and less touristy places within the Blue Mountains. Waterfalls, amazing lookouts, Glenbrook cafe stop (locals cafe), the Three Sisters at Katoomba, occasionally a kangaroo and often birds. This is a full day in the Blue Mountains generally away from all the tourists and other mainstream tour bus locations. Aussie snacks like Tim Tams & Vegemite are on offer too.

From the listing by Coast Warriors Pty Ltd on Viator.

The tour, stop by stop

  1. Morning stop in the lower Blue Mountains town of Glenbrook. A beautiful little town with a few Aussie cafes, toilets and shops. We have a short stop here for coffees and toilets on our way to the upper Blue Mountains where we spend majority of our day About 30 min.
  2. This is the location that we do our 90+ minute waterfall nature walk and usually have lunch afterwards. The guide will be checking the weather and decide the best place to have lunch. The hike has a harder section however you can choose to skip this part. Lunch is included and you can check the pictures. About 150 min.
  3. This is the most touristic location that we attend and we do try to attend at less busy times. We spend a shorter amount of time here as we are more of a nature experience. At this location you have free time to grab some photos of the Three Sisters rock formations. There is also a café, bar, souvenir shops and a local gem shop. About 40 min.
  4. We see numerous Blue Mountains lookouts and viewpoints. We will keep this description broad as we do vary the itinerary for the most optimum lookouts taking into account weather, visibility and staying away from crowds at peak times. Check our photos and reviews. We will take you to the best spots ! Small group, small bus so we go to better locations too! We have removed Scenic World as an option as it is too busy/lines.No zoos No ferry boat No Hotel pickups and drops. As we Maximise our time in nature in the Blue Mountains which is what our guests want. Please book elsewhere if desired. About 360 min.
  5. A really cool lookout overlooking Megalong Valley. This lookout has no fences which makes it really unique. About 20 min.

What's included

  • Small group tour usually 22 to 27 happy souls :)
  • Fresh continental roll (meat/vegetarian/vegan/coeliac/allergy options). Byo refillable water bottle
  • Birdlife such as cockatoos, kookaburras, rosellas, lorikeets and lyrebirds (keep an eye out)
  • All inclusive (no hidden charges)
  • Tim Tams and Vegemite on tour (Please ask if we forget to offer)
  • Local guide and knowledge
  • Return transport in our air conditioned mini bus (not a coach)

Not included

  • Drinks. Although lunch is supplied drinks are not- water taps at most stops. Bring a bottle #healthy
  • Hotel/Airbnb pickup & drop off (unless a large group). We have designated pickups & a city drop off.
  • Scenic World, Zoo, driving around Sydney hotels. We spend more time in the Mountains exploring
  • Children under 14 years (Can be flexible-please contact us)

Meeting point

Sydney Downtown City Pickup | 7.30am

(Near St Laurence Church on the George Street side)

Departure time is 7.30am & it's advised to arrive 10 mins early.

Trains, buses, trams and Uber are cheap & reliable in Sydney. Use your credit card or phone ☑️

Checking in

Thanks for choosing our experience. We are a small local business of just a few staff.

Pickup:

812 George Street Haymarket, nearby the front of St Laurence church (George Street) . Departing at 730am so please aim for arrival by 720am just in case you experience issues on the way. Gone by 735am

Note:

  • Morning toilet & take away breakfast/coffee option in Glenbrook about 9am
  • Picnic lunch- We supply a tasty fresh continental roll (meat/vegan/glutenFree) collected from a local deli. We place our order on the bus together at 730am.
  • No drinks are offered with lunch, byo water! (Morning stop has a small supermarket).
  • Bring drinking water (refillable... Save the environment).
  • Bring walking shoes (standard shoes are fine).
  • Weather- Please Google search KATOOMBA WEATHER in the days prior to your booking date & dress accordingly.
  • Tour concludes at 812 George Street nearby some dinner and bar options in the area. This is few mins walk from Central train station (exit nearby platform number 1).
  • We want the best for our guests. We may need to change the days itinerary due to factors such as weather, council closures, bushfires and other variables. You are in good hands :)
  • It is your responsibility to keep an eye on the weather forecast (Katoomba Weather) should you decide to cancel your booking. We offer a lenient 24 hour cancellation policy. Most our guests are here in Sydney once, so it is extremely rare for us to cancel on our guests. If we cancel you will be contacted in advance.
  • For the best day for yourself and the others on the tour please listen to your guide regarding times & don't find yourself losing the group on the waterfall walk.

By booking and attending this Coast Warriors Pty Ltd tour you fully agree to our Terms & Conditions found at coastwarriors.com.au

bookings@coastwarriors.com.au

Call or WhatsApp ☎️ 0425285563 (+61425285563)

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Where it ends

Sydney Downtown City Pickup | 7.30am

(Near St Laurence Church on the George Street side)

Departure time is 7.30am & it's advised to arrive 10 mins early.

Trains, buses, trams and Uber are cheap & reliable in Sydney. Use your credit card or phone ☑️

Your Viator voucher confirms the exact spot and time.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • November to March we sometimes have a splash in a shallow waterfall...though all year round you are welcome to get under the Waterfall (shallow 1m depth max) though is cold in winter #youdoyou
  • Minimum age is 14 years. Non Applicable for Private tours
  • Designated pickup and drop off at 812 George Street, Haymarket in the city which is nearby the FRONT of St Laurence church on the George Street side.
  • Moderate amount of walking involved with a 90min hike, there is an option to skip the hardest part as this section is return. Waterfall is 187 meters down.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes...hiking shoes are not necessary. We are not a full on hike tour.
  • Welcome to bring snacks and drinks on bus. Please help us with your rubbish/trash
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. It can get really cold, really hot, rain and extremely rarely snow....the Blue Mountains is always a surprise. If it is cool in Sydney it will be very cold in the upper Blue Mountains. Please keep an eye on the weather "Katoomba Weather"
  • Vegetarian, vegan, gluten free etc. We ask this information on the tour at 730am
  • Attendence of this tour indicates full agreement with Coast Warriors terms and conditions which is found on our website.
  • Any questions or issues please email us, Whatsapp us or Instagram message Coastwarriors
  • LGBT friendly tour...just want normal and happy people that love the world and fellow earthlings
  • We highly recommend travel insurance in Australia as our emergency fees are quite high for non citizens
  • To maximise time spent in the Blue Mountains we do not offer hotel pickup or drop off. Sydney's public transport is very reliable and efficient. Uber too
  • *Lincolns Rock is currently closed to everyone by Blue Mountains City Council. We have other cool locations
  • The hardest part of the hike to the base of the waterfall is optional so skip out on an individual basis. Your guide will discuss this with you

Cancellation

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

How refunds and weather cancellations work is on our booking help page.

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