PRIVATE Blue Mountains Tour, Wildlife Park and River Cruise
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4.9/5
Based on 118 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is PRIVATE Blue Mountains Tour, Wildlife Park and River Cruise worth booking?
PRIVATE Blue Mountains Tour, Wildlife Park and River Cruise is a 10-hour experience in Sydney, Australia, from $425 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 118 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 77 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (118)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $425 per person
A tour ONLY for just your family and friends plus our professional guide. No waiting around for others, the day is designed for your pace and preferences. We have over 30 years in Blue Mountains guiding experience. Free
What you get
About this experience
A tour ONLY for just your family and friends plus our professional guide. No waiting around for others, the day is designed for your pace and preferences. We have over 30 years in Blue Mountains guiding experience. Free personal city accommodation pick ups. The day is fully escorted with your guide with full commentary. The air is healthy and you'll be amazed by all the colourful parrots and flora and fauna, spectacular Gorges and Canyons. Visit all the main sights - Katoomba, Echo Point, The 3 sisters, Scenicworld, Leura, Australia's Grand Canyon plus Featherdale or Sydney Zoo Wildlife sanctuary with Koalas, Kangaroos, Emu's and mor Return via a river cruise or request to be returned to your hotel instead of the cruise.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup at 8am.
- River ferry return
- National Park fees
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Featherdale Wildlife Park or Sydney Zoo.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Driver/guide with full commentary
Not included
- Food and drinks you may buy your own in the villages.
What you'll see and do
Blue Mountains
After pick up at your city hotel or accommodation relax as your tour guide does the rest in our comfortable, air conditioned vehicle Leave the city by 8am and return via a relaxing cruise to next to the Opera House around 6pm. Visit Featherdale Wildlife Park to get close up with Koalas, Kangaroos, wombats, and ALL our native animals.You'll see the very best of the Blue Mountains. Visiting Scenicworld ( optional $44 entry) to ride 2 Gondolas and the steep Incline Railway plus the forest Boardwalk in the valley. The Cablecars provide for amazing views of Katoomba Falls. You'll see the best viewing points , many away from the crowds. Learn some aboriginal culture - the Boomerang and Didgeridoo. Return home on the cruise boat to Sydney. Your PRIVATE tour will make for a personal touch for excellent interaction with your guide.
Blue Mountains
The Three Sisters, Australia's Grand canyon, Featherdale Wildlife park - Kangaroos, Koalas
180 minutes here · Admission included
The Three Sisters
See these amazing rock formations
15 minutes here · Admission included
Echo Point Lookout (Three Sisters)
The BEST view of the Blue Mountains
20 minutes here · Admission included
Cahill's Lookout
View the "Boars Head" rock and Valley
15 minutes here · Admission included
Wentworth Falls Lookout
Spectacular waterfall view point
15 minutes here · Admission included
Katoomba
Visit the Capital town
30 minutes here
Leura
Our beautiful garden village
20 minutes here
Blue Mountains National Park
Visit this World Heritage national park.
60 minutes here
Sydney Harbour
Cruise along the Parramatta river on the ferry returning to the city.
45 minutes here · Admission included
More beautiful views, souvenirs and cafe.
60 minutes here
Koalas, Kangaroos, Emus and more. Featherdale is an alternarte venue.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Blue Ribbon Day Tours - Blue Mountain Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - a jacket is preferred and wear enclosed shoes.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 117 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
7 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
117 verified traveler reviews for PRIVATE Blue Mountains Tour, Wildlife Park and River Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Blue mountains special place with an excellent guide’
Travelled all the way from England to see our Sydney relatives. It’s never enough times to visit the Blue mountains to see different views. This time our private tour was with Darren who took us to places we didnt do before, like the Megalong Valley and a short hike at Evans lookout where the mountain goes into a spectacular gorge with the Bridalveil falls. Another brilliant memory for our trip. Ang top marks to Darren.
via Tripadvisor
Private tour much better!
Dave was a great guide, and too great care of us while we were out! Highly recommended paying a little more for a private tour!
via Tripadvisor
Even in winter it was so good.
We had an exceptionally experienced guide in Dave for our private tour. Even though it was cold 10 degrees, the air was fresh and we visited all the main sites and Dave gave us lots of facts and details. The viewing was very clear. Everywhere was not busy was made it all the more pleasurable. A very very nice day in the mountain.
via Tripadvisor
Blue mountain even nice in winter.
My wife and I went to the Blue mountains this week. It was chilly but so beautiful. The air was fresh and we had Dave make us a private tour at our pace. We wanted easy walks and some relax time as well in the village.. We saw 3 sister and waterfall. Dave suggested the Scenictrain and cableway were good. So we did tat with him and he gave us a full guided walk in the forest on the Boardwalk. The day finished with the ferry along the river, was a nice relaxing end to a special day. Happy to recommend this company and Dave's service.
via Tripadvisor
Exceptionally great private Blue mountains experience with Dave for our family.
We were my elderly Mum ,2kids of 11y and 14 y and me and hubby. We had Dave all to ourselves on his private option. He made the day to suit us which had something of interest for each of us, we all loved Scenicworld rides and the Featherdale, Mum had some retail time in Leura while we went off the view some brilliant views of the canyon. Dave knows all the best places and he seems well known with other guides daying hi to him. The entire day was the best and the ferry ride down the river which ends near the Opera house completed our best day in Sydney.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 41
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 77
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
PRIVATE Blue Mountains Tour, Wildlife Park and River Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sydney.
How much does PRIVATE Blue Mountains Tour, Wildlife Park and River Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $425 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sydney usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does PRIVATE Blue Mountains Tour, Wildlife Park and River Cruise take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sydney is not rushed.
Is PRIVATE Blue Mountains Tour, Wildlife Park and River Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 118 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Sydney, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule PRIVATE Blue Mountains Tour, Wildlife Park and River Cruise?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is PRIVATE Blue Mountains Tour, Wildlife Park and River Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book PRIVATE Blue Mountains Tour, Wildlife Park and River Cruise?
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Around 41 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sydney can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sydney and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does PRIVATE Blue Mountains Tour, Wildlife Park and River Cruise start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sydney within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Sydney?
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On Outty we rank every Sydney experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include WILD Wombat and Kangaroo Day Tour, All Inclusive, Depart Syd: Blue Mountains Best All Inclusive with Local Guide, Blue Mountain Small Group Tour All Inclusive. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Sydney?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Sydney?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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