Depart Syd: Blue Mountains Best All Inclusive with Local Guide
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Group size
- Up to 20 people
- Guide
- English
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Our take
This is the Blue Mountains day we point most first-time visitors to, and it is the tour we name as our pick on the Blue Mountains tours page. The reason is simple: on the all-inclusive option almost everything that costs extra on other tours is already paid. Scenic World's three rides, a one-course lunch, a wildlife park and the scenic ferry back into Circular Quay are all in the price, so nobody on board is queueing at a ticket desk while the bus waits.
Check which option you are booking. The cheaper No Lunch option drops the meal and fixes the wildlife stop at Sydney Zoo, and on the all-inclusive option you choose Featherdale or Sydney Zoo with 24 hours' notice. The trade-off is the early start and a group of up to 20, which is small for a coach day but not intimate. Pickup is from selected CBD points rather than every hotel, and the voucher names yours. The listing also says no wheelchairs, walkers, prams or luggage.
Good for
- A first visit when you want rides, animals and lunch sorted before you leave
- Anyone who would rather finish on the harbour than in evening traffic
Think twice if
- You want long bushwalks. The walks here are short lookout strolls
- You need step-free access or have a pram with you
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
Rated the #1 Experience in Australia on Tripadvisor, join Anderson's Tours on a premium small-group Blue Mountains adventure with a local expert guide. With over 30 years of experience, we'll take you beyond the crowds to spectacular lookouts, hidden gems and iconic landmarks including the Three Sisters.
Enjoy guided entry to Scenic World, with rides on the Scenic Railway, Skyway and Cableway, plus a guided rainforest boardwalk experience. Choose our All-Inclusive option and enjoy a one-course lunch along with your choice of Featherdale Wildlife Park or Sydney Zoo (preference required 24+ hours before departure). The No Lunch option includes admission to Sydney Zoo.
Your day concludes with a scenic ferry cruise into Sydney Harbour, passing beneath the world-famous Harbour Bridge before arriving at Circular Quay.
- Peak-season includes an additional Large Group Tour Option (45+ guests) with a dedicated driver and local guide.
From the listing by ANDERSON'S TOURS on Viator.
The tour, stop by stop
- Beat the crowds with an early departure from Sydney as we travel west towards the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains, passing some of Sydney's iconic landmarks along the way, with commentary from your local guide. About 90 min.
- Visit the iconic Three Sisters and enjoy breathtaking views across the Jamison Valley. Learn about the Aboriginal stories and cultural significance behind Australia's most famous rock formation. About 30 min.
- Experience the thrill of Scenic World's Railway, Skyway and Cableway, then enjoy a guided walk through the ancient Jurassic rainforest with your expert local guide About 90 min.
- Enjoy a short walk to the scenic Katoomba Cascades, where waterfalls flow through the heart of the Blue Mountains. Enjoy fresh mountain air, native bushland and beautiful valley views. *Visits are subject to weather conditions and operator discretion on the day. About 20 min.
- Lunch Stop: Our All Inclusive option include a delicious one-course lunch at a local Blue Mountains restaurant, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available. Guests on the No Lunch option will have free time to purchase lunch at their own expense. About 40 min.
- Join a licensed Blue Mountains National Parks and Eco Pass operator to explore hidden lookouts with more access to this World Heritage-listed landscape, accompanied by your expert local guide. Our guides will take you to lookouts only accessible to small groups. About 120 min.
- Visit Sydney Zoo or Featherdale Wildlife Park and get up close to koalas, kangaroos and other Australian wildlife. Guests on the All-Inclusive option may choose either park if advised more than 24 hours before departure. Guests on the No Lunch option will visit Sydney Zoo. About 60 min.
- See Sydney Olympic Park, the iconic venue of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, as you make your way to the Parramatta River ferry for the final stage of your journey back to Sydney.
- Board a scenic ferry cruise along the Parramatta River travelling into Sydney Harbour. Avoiding peak hour traffic with stunning harbour views. Travel under the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge as you reach your destination. About 30 min.
- Your tour concludes at Circular Quay Wharf at approx 5pm, Sydney's vibrant waterfront precinct. Enjoy spectacular views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, with easy access to ferries, trains, restaurants and popular attractions. About 1 min.
What's included
- Scenic World Pass including Railway, Skyway, Cableway and rainforest boardwalk
- with Complimentary onboard WiFi
- All Inclusive option includes 1 course lunch with vegetarian, vegan, halal and gluten-free options. If you have selected the NO Lunch Option, lunch will be at own expense.
- Licensed Blue Mountains National Park Eco Pass operator with greater park access
- Admission to Sydney Zoo on the No Lunch option
- Choose between: Featherdale or Sydney Zoo on the All Inclusive Option (24hrs notice required)
- Professional local expert guide with engaging commentary throughout the day
- Operated by Australia's most awarded and highest-reviewed Blue Mountains tour company
- Hotel pick-up from select Sydney CBD locations and Scenic Ferry return to Circular Quay
- Small Group Touring for a more personal experience
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Due to limited onboard storage, wheelchairs, walkers, prams and luggage are not permitted.
- Wildlife preference not available on the NO Lunch option.
Meeting point
Please meet at your selected meeting point below at the correct time. Important: If you are travelling during our peak period: 23rd Dec - 4th Jan 2027, please refer to the peak meeting times below, as buses will be departing earlier for this period. No changes to meeting point can be made within 24 hours of travel date.
150 Day St, Darling Harbour.
Park Royal Hotel, Outside.
Departs at 6.45am & Check in at 6:40am
Peak Travel dates: 23rd Dec - 4th Jan 2027: Check in 6:30am / Depart 6:35am
255 Pitt Street, Sydney.
Hilton Hotel, Back Entrance, Outside
Departs at 6.55am & Check in at 6:50am
Peak Travel dates: 23rd Dec - 4th Jan 2027: Check in 6:40am / Depart 6:45am
98 Harrington St, The Rocks.
Four Seasons, Back Entrance, Outside
Departs at 7.05am & Check in at 7:00am
Peak Travel dates: 23rd Dec - 4th Jan 2027: Check in 6:50am / Depart 6:55am
Checking in
Meeting points:
No changes can be made on the day of travel. Please arrive at your confirmed meeting point, as different buses are assigned to different locations. Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your travel date.
Late arrival: if you don’t check in on time, you may miss the tour and no refunds will be issued. Please arrive at your confirmed meeting point 5 minutes early.
Travelling together (family/friends)
if you have separate bookings, please tell us before departure so we can seat you on the same bus.
Australian Animal Experience: admission varies between Featherdale and Sydney Zoo. Please advise your preferred option at least 24 hours prior to travel. Late requests cannot be accommodated.
Weather policy: Please check the forecast before joining. A rain forecast does not change daily departures. Cancellations/rescheduling may be accepted if requested outside the 24-hour policy, and we’re not responsible for views in these conditions.
Dress code: By request, no singlets or flip-flops are permitted.
Storage: Please note prams/strollers or wheelchairs are not permitted due to no storage on the bus.
Where it ends
At approx 5:00pm
Your Viator voucher confirms the exact spot and time.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Weather policy: Please check the forecast before joining. A rain forecast does not change daily departures. Cancellations/rescheduling may be accepted if requested outside the 24-hour policy, and we’re not responsible for views in these conditions.
- Travelling together (family/friends) if you have separate bookings, please advise us at least 24hrs prior to departure so we can seat you on the same bus.
- No Storage for Prams or wheelchairs
- Meeting points: No changes can be made on the day of travel. Please arrive at your confirmed meeting point, as different buses are assigned to different locations. Changes to meeting points are not permitted within 24 hours of your travel date.
- Dress code: By request, no singlets or flip-flops are permitted.
- Late arrival: if you don’t check in on time, you may miss the tour and no refunds will be issued. Please arrive at your confirmed meeting point 5 minutes early.
- Australian Animal Experience: Admission varies between Featherdale and Sydney Zoo. If you have selected the All Inclusive Option, please advise your preferred option at least 24 hours prior to travel date. Late requests cannot be accommodated.
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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