Blue Mountains Holidays

Whether you’re visiting the Blue Mountains for one day or several, a scenic walk is a must-do. There’s a variety of trails here, with options for all abilities. And many of them include amazing lookout points, where you’ll have panoramic views over the blue-hued hills.

You could tackle the Cliff Top Track, which follows the cliff’s ridge along from Govetts Leap to Evans Lookout. You’ll be able to see ancient trees, pretty wildflowers, and all sorts of birds, including brightly-coloured parrots and cockatoos. And, best of all, you’ll have fantastic vistas over Grose Valley.

If you’re a keen rambler and want something a little more challenging, check out the Grand Canyon Track. This six-kilometre trail takes you right down to the luscious valley floor of this UNESCO-listed landscape. You can walk among sandstone cliffs, green ferns and trickling waterfalls, before making the ascent back up to the clifftop.

Of all the Blue Mountains viewpoints, Echo Point Lookout is undoubtedly the most famous. And that’s because it offers stunning views of the Three Sisters.
On the north side of Jamison Valley, this incredible rock formation features three pillars of sandstone – each more than 900 metres tall – which, according to Aboriginal legend, represent a trio of sisters who were turned to stone. Echo Point is the best place from which to see this natural landmark and, in the background, you’ll also be able to admire the sweeping eucalyptus-clad valley and distant escarpments.

It’s a spectacular sight any time of day but, if you can time your visit to coincide with sunset, you’re in for a real treat. As the sun starts to sink below the horizon, the Three Sisters are painted gold, while the sky above burns bright pink and orange. It’s sure to be the highlight of your trip to the Blue Mountains.   

You don’t need to embark on an intrepid hike to see the Blue Mountains at their best. Instead, why not visit Scenic World? This family-owned attractions showcases the jaw-dropping landscape with its many boardwalks and Scenic Railway, the steepest passenger train in the world. Or you could hop aboard their Scenic Skyway – a cable car which glides between two clifftops, high above the valley floor below.

If you’re visiting the Blue Mountains over a weekend, make sure you check out the Jenolan Caves. You can go on a guided tour of this huge underground labyrinth – one of the biggest cave systems in Australia – to discover deep caverns, glittering crystal and jagged stalactites.

Prefer to stay above ground? Make tracks for Empress Falls. Not far from the village of Wentworth Falls, this cascading waterfall is easily found via a well signposted trail. The walk involves quite a lot of steps, but it takes less than an hour – and you’ll also be able to see Sylvia Falls on the way.

The Blue Mountains National Park has a very similar climate to Sydney, albeit a couple of degrees cooler. The park is busiest during summer – December to February – when it’s dry and sunny, with temperatures usually around 27°C.

If you’d prefer to visit when the trails will be a little quieter, we’d recommend planning your Blue Mountains trip for spring or autumn. In October and November, you can expect dry, warm weather – ideal for hiking – and you can see springtime wildflowers in bloom. Likewise, in May, the autumn colours make for lovely viewing.
Winter is, naturally, much cooler, with temperatures hovering in the low-to-mid teens. But June to August can be a great time for bushwalking, as fewer visitors means you’ll practically have the trails to yourselves. And, on a sunny day, the Three Sisters look glorious at sunset.