Runaway Tours Sydney Animal Encounter

Highlights
Private full-day tour to the Blue Mountains, from Sydney Learn about the history and wildlife of the Blue Mountains National Park See spectacular locations including the Jamison Valley, Three Sisters and temperate rainforest Stop for lunch in the boutique village of Leura or Katoomba (own expense) Have the option to take one of the famous rides at Scenic World
Get up close to native Kangaroos and Koalas at Featherdale Wildlife Park Hear informative commentary from your professional tour guide Travel in comfort in an air-conditioned private vehicle
BLUE MOUNTAINS PRIVATE TOUR
Your Blue Mountains adventure begins either with an early bird 7.30 am departure from your Sydney hotel, or choose a more relaxed start at 8.30am.
FEATHERDALE WILDLIFE PARK
Your first stop is at Featherdale Wildlife Park, arriving before the big crowds and early morning is when the animals are at their most active. Wander the leafy bush setting and get up close and personal with over 2000 of Australia’s unique native animals. Get that perfect picture of a Koala and hand feed a Kangaroo!
BLUE MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK
Continue on to the the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains, and enjoy one of the most spectacular views of the Jamison Valley at Lincoln’s Rock. Your guide will accompany you on a walk through the temperate rainforest to see majestic waterfalls and amazing lookout points. You will learn about the native plants and can watch out for some of the abundant birdlife.
THREE SISTERS ROCK FORMATION
No visit to the Blue Mountains would be complete without a stop for the best views of the famous Three Sisters. If you are feeling adventurous, you can climb down the Giant Stairway to get within touching distance of this amazing rock formation. Hear about the Aboriginal legends of the area, and learn about their culture and history.
MOUNTAIN VILLAGE OF LEURA
Explore the delightful charms of the township of Leura with its Ye Olde Candy Store, Delectable Fudge Shop, Famous Tea Pot Museum, Art Gallery and Craft Shops.
Enjoy a delicious lunch at one of the local restaurants. (own expense or choose a lunch option below)

The Early Bird 7.30am
Choose to take the optional ferry trip (own expense) from Olympic Park back to Circular Quay, or your friendly guide will return you to your Sydney CBD hotel between 5 – 5.30 pm.
The Relaxed 8.30am Enjoy the glowing afternoon light over the Three Sisters before heading back to your Sydney hotel, with a drop off around 6 - 6.30pm.


Optional Extras
LUNCH AUD$ 35 per person
Relax over a delicious Cafe Meal at a rustic cafe in the village of Leura. Choose from a selection of superbly delicious cafe fare and includes a soft drink, tea or the finest coffee in the mountains.

AUSSIE PICNIC LUNCH AUD$ 30 per person :
Enjoy a genuine Aussie tasting picnic lunch of locally sourced native Australian ingredients with a Chicken & Lemon Myrtle Mayo Sandwich, Gum Leaf Smoked Cheddar, Lemon Myrtle Crackers, Lamington with Davidson Plum, Dried Mango & Macadamia Nut Trail Mix, Mango & Passionfruit, Fresh lemon myrtle leaves.

SCENIC WORLD RIDES AUD$ 57.50 per person (AUD$38 Children age 3-15)
Take unlimited rides on the three thrilling attractions. Fly suspended 280m (nearly 1000 feet) above the Jamison Valley on the Scenic Skyway. Ride the world’s steepest railway (52 degree incline) to the valley floor and stroll through the cool temperate rainforest. Hop on the Cableway and head back to the top of the escarpment. FERRY TRIP UNDER THE SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE AUD$ 15 per person
Instead of driving all the way back to the city in traffic, choose to enjoy a tranquil 45 minute Ferry Ride back along the Parramatta River. Cruise under the Harbour Bridge, past the Sydney Opera House and into Circular Quay where you can wander this vibrant district as you make your own way back to your hotel.
Includ es Featherdale Wildlife Park Entry fee National Parks fees Professional Guide Expert Commentary Bottled Water Hotel Pickup and Drop off Flexible Itinerary Excludes Food and Beverages Scenic World Ferry trip Tips