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Introductory to Moderate

Traveller Rating

 

Activities
  • Bushwalking - on track
Accommodation
  • Overnight accommodation in Katoomba
Meals
  • 1 Dinner
  • 3 Lunches
  • 2 Breakfasts

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$1395 AUD

3 Days$1325AUD

Trip Code: BMWJ

Blue Mountains best walks with accommodation Trip highlights


  • Three days exploring ancient and spectacular landscapes with only a day pack
  • Overnight accommodation at Katoomba's historic landmark - The Carrington Hotel

Less than 2-hours drive west of Sydney is the world-heritage listed Greater Blue Mountains. Consisting of over a million hectares, the Blue Mountains is renowned for some of the best walks in Australia.

We've created this three-day small-group walking adventure so you can explore the best of the upper Blue Mountains before retiring to the comforts and yesteryear elegance of The Carrington Hotel at night.

Each of the walks will provide an immersive experience heightened by the passion and knowledge of our guides.

Join us now to experience the best of the Blue Mountains - in comfort.

NOTE: The itinerary is subject to change due to track works undertaken by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service as they continually improve the visitor experience. We are spoilt for choice in the Blue Mountains so there is always an exciting alternative walk to enjoy.

Activities:

Itinerary

Following a meet-and-greet and briefing by your guide/s at our Blue Mountains Adventure Company office (usually held at 9am) in Katoomba, our first day exploring consists of two classic walks in one day. In the morning you will travel via private mini-bus into the Blue Mountains National Park towards Mt Hay in Leura to the start of our walk. We venture out along a ridgeline past the delicate hanging swamps until the view opens over the vast wilderness of the Grose Valley. We continue walking to the top of 'Lockley’s Pylon' to experience the magnificent 360-degree view that makes you feel on top of the world! We then return via the same trail to our bus. The second iconic walk of the day has us returning to Katoomba. We'll drive along the prominent natural landform known as Narrow Neck to the extent of the drivable section where we commence our walk to Castle Head. This walk gives us stunning views back towards Katoomba and the Three Sisters, and across to Mount Solitary before finishing up with a lookout high above a rock formation known as Ruined Castle; beyond which are vast wilderness views with glimpses of Lake Burragorang. Another out and back track, we return the same way we came. Once you've freshened up back at your accommodation, you'll enjoy a well-earned dinner in the Grand Dining Room of The Carrington Hotel.

Meals:  L,D

Today's walk is the longest for our three days together. You will be picked up from your hotel and travel only a short distance via mini-bus to the day's trailhead. After marvelling at the power of Katoomba Falls and the first views overlooking the Jamison Valley, we walk through to Echo Point the most popular lookout in the Blue Mountains, for views of the iconic Three Sisters. We follow the trail along Prince Henry Cliff Walk passing numerous lesser-known lookouts with views of the multiple waterfalls and different perspectives of the valley below. Whilst we spend most of our time high above the valley, we will also pass through several pockets of lush deep-green remnant rainforest where a cool off in the creeks will welcome us if the day is a hot one. The pockets of rainforest may even reveal the famous Australian lyrebird. The trail is not devoid of steps as this is the Blue Mountains! There are sections of trail where we can stride out on the flats and a few occasions of walking the tree-lined streets of Leura as we connect sections of the walk. There will be many sections descending and ascending with a total elevation of 674m. Our time is mostly spent on high quality structured steps and compacted well drained surfaces. This allows us to focus on the spectacular views, wildflowers and rock formations along the way. Our day concludes with a final view from high above the Blue Mountains' largest waterfall, Wentworth Falls. This evening's dinner is yours to decide from the many options that Katoomba has to offer. Ask us for our recommendations.

Meals:  B,L

The historic Grand Canyon walking loop was first established in 1907 and is one of the most popular walks in the Blue Mountains. The Grand Canyon walk is a not-to-be-missed Blue Mountains classic, exploring some of the areas most diverse and spectacular ecosystems from the scrubby and harsh dry sclerophyll forest to otherworldly cool-temperate rainforests. Upon arriving in the heart of the Grand Canyon, we'll hike amongst the Coachwood and Sassafras trees through a luscious rainforest chasm with towering sandstone walls lined with mosses and ferns. Your guide will share local secrets and interpret the unique environment - and we'll take the time to absorb our natural surrounds. After a gradual climb we will emerge from the Canyon at Evans Lookout where we'll enjoy views over the Grose Valley Wilderness. We'll finish our final day together at a local cafe or micro-brewery to share our favourite discoveries and perhaps talk of future travels. Trip concludes around mid-afternoon - no later than 4pm.

Meals:  B,L


Inclusions

  • Our pick of the best Blue Mountains walks
  • Professional, knowledgeable and passionate guide(s)
  • 2 nights accommodation in Katoomba (including 2 breakfasts and 1 dinner)
  • Hearty gourmet trail lunch each day
  • National Park entrance fees
  • Transport by private minibus
  • Emergency communications and group first aid kit

  • Daypack
  • Travel to and from Katoomba
  • Accommodation before or after the trip
  • Second nights dinner allowing you to discover the many dining options Katoomba has to offer
  • Items of a personal nature: alcoholic beverages, car parking etc
  • Travel insurance

Accommodation


Suitability

Introductory to Moderate

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We believe our walking adventures are heaps of fun, and we want to ensure you have the best experience possible. It’s important to us that you have the fitness and skills to enjoy your time with us so please read on. For our full day bush walking experiences, participants require a good level of fitness and must be willing and able to walk over rugged terrain with some steep ascents and descents. In order to complete this walk you should already have a good level of fitness and ideally undertake regular exercise three or fours times a week. Experience hill walking with a day pack is recommended. Participants will get the most out of their walk if they feel comfortable walking up and down stairs and on uneven ground.


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Notes

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Priceper person from

$1325AUD

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Essential Information

Ready to book? Make sure you download and read the detailed The Iconic Blue Mountains Walk trip notes which contains all the essential information you need to know before booking. Once you’ve booked, we will supply you with a Pre-Departure document which contains a detailed gear list and other important information to help you prepare for your adventure ahead.


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Positive Impact Travel

By joining this trip you are directly supporting positive impact projects in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

We’ve offset the carbon emitted by this trip by purchasing credits that support important projects that address the UN’s seventeen SDGs, like reducing poverty, affordable and clean energy, reducing hunger, clean water and climate action.

Proceeds from this adventure purchase carbon credits through the world’s largest and most awarded carbon project developer, South Pole, which are invested into projects accelerating the transition to renewable energy sources in developing countries.

Supported projects are based on internationally recognised standards and are third-party audited. They entail a series of positive impacts on the ground, which benefit local communities and ecosystems, that are aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.