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Expert Guide to the Greater Blue Mountains Drive

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Open leg route
353.1KM / 219.4MI (Est. travel time 5 hours)

The million-hectare World Heritage-listed wilderness of the Blue Mountains in Sydney’s backyard is the perfect antidote to city living.

Follow the winding road to where nature is wilder, the stars brighter and ancient escarpments hold the secrets of a living culture with a 40,000-year pedigree. Go slow. Stop often. And don’t forget to breathe, filling your lungs with the fresh air infused with eucalyptus oil.

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Depart Sydney
Drive – 100KM
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Day 1: Leura
The foothills of the Blue Mountains are a distant beacon as you progress west along the M4, the promise of adventure ...
Wentworth Falls Lookout
Within Blue Mountains National Park, five minutes from the highway, is one of the most majestic waterfalls on the plateau.
Leura Garage
Housed in a former mechanic’s workshop in the centre of Leura, this award-winning, eco-friendly cafe and bar opened in 2011.
Josophans Fine Chocolates
Josophan's - Fine Chocolates, handcraft extraordinary multi-award winning fine chocolates, using Fair Trade Certified Belgian couverture chocolate, and fresh flavour infusions.
Drive – 2KM
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Day 1: Katoomba
Originally a coal-mining town called The Crushers, Katoomba (“water tumbling over hill” in Gundungurra dialect) first...
The Carrington Hotel
The Carrington Hotel has a long and rich history since her establishment by Sydney hotelier Harry Rowell more than one hundred and thirty years ago.
Three Sisters
The Three Sisters is an iconic formation that you must see at least once in your lifetime.
Echo Point
Echo Point is the home of the famous Three Sisters, on the edge of the spectacular Jamison Valley, surrounded by bushwalks and amazing lookouts.
Aunty Ed's Restaurant and Bar
Katoomba's best kept secret! Hidden in a cosy basement halfway down Katoomba St, we are the Blue Mountain's raddest retro-styled space.
Drive – 21KM
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Day 2: Megalong Valley
When flamboyant retailer Mark Foy opened Australia’s first health retreat clinging to a ridge overlooking Megalong Va...
Hydro Majestic Afternoon High Tea
Featuring majestic and panoramic views overlooking the Megalong Valley, the Hydro Majestic is one of Australia's most iconic historical hotels.
The Megalong Valley Tearooms
Six Foot Walking Track
A challenging 3-day hike, Six Foot track winds from Katoomba to Jenolan Caves, passing through Blue Mountains National Park and state forests.
Dryridge Estate
Dryridge Estate is a stunning boutique vineyard in the Megalong Valley, Blue Mountains.
Centennial Glen Stables
Centennial Glen Stables is set in the magnificent Kanimbla Valley. Riding instruction is available to all and safety hats are provided. Also available are lead
Drive – 11KM
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Day 2: Blackheath
Famed for its oak-lined streets ablaze with autumn colour and springtime rhododendron displays, charming Blackheath p...
Govetts Leap Lookout
Once you see the view from Govetts Leap you'll know why it's one of the most famous lookouts in Australia.
Blue Mountains Heritage Centre and Virtual Reality Experience
Visit Blue Mountains Heritage Centre to get expert advice on walking tracks, Aboriginal heritage, plants and animals and activities.
Evans Lookout
A brilliant introduction to the wonders of Blue Mountains National Park, Evans lookout offers breathtaking views towards Grose Valley.
Grand Canyon Track
Arresting sandstone walls, ever-present waterfalls and abundant native plants line the awesome Grand Canyon track near Blackheath in the Blue Mountains.
Drive – 26KM
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Day 3: Lithgow
Passing sandstone inns – such as Ambermere Rose, a former Cobb & Co staging post that has returned to its roots as a ...
Hassans Walls Lookout
Hassans Walls Lookout is the highest lookout in the Blue Mountains at approximately 1,100 metres above sea level.
Drive – 59KM
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Day 3: Jenolan Caves
Backtracking slightly, travel along Jenolan Caves Road through the gorgeous rural backcountry, continuing on the incr...
Jenolan Caves House
Drive – 29KM
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Day 3: Oberon
After taking a stroll along the turquoise Blue Lake outside Jenolan Caves where frolicking platypus are frequently sp...
Mayfield
Explore hidden gems across 16-hectares, from the 13 metre tall Obelisk, behind the waterfall to the Grotto and everything in between.
Drive – 106KM
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Day 4: Bilpin
Rather than returning to Sydney via the Great Western Highway, take the road less travelled and follow the Bells Line...
The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden, Mount Tomah
The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden, Mount Tomah is the spectacular cool climate garden of the Royal Botanic Garden and Domain Trust.
Bilpin Cider Co
Bilpin Cider creates pure, fresh apple and pear cider - no added sugar, artificial flavours or concentrates. Only the freshest fruit from Bilpin and the
Hillbilly Cider Shed
Visit the rustic Hillbilly Cider shed in Bilpin to try their full range of locally made, internationally award-winning ciders.
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