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The Blue Mountains are dramatically wild and yet are within a couple of hours travelling of central Sydney.  Their beauty and botanical significance have  been recognised with a prestigious World Heritage listing.  The famous Three Sisters rock formation, towering cliffs, dramatic lookouts and numerous cascading waterfalls await walkers.  Retrace the journey taken by early European explorers in search of fertile pastures. Explore remote rainforests, descend into the depths of pretty canyons and walk along trails that hug the sheer cliff faces. Emerge from the National Park at the end of each day's walking to be pampered in style in hand-selected accommodation with most meals included.
  

5 days / 4 nights Blue Mountains Walk Itinerary (Self Guide)
Truly Ref. 438
Includes 3 days of walking.

Day 1:  Make your own way to Blackheath in the Blue Mountains.   The itinerary starts any time after 2pm.  Overnight accommodation: Blackheath (D)
Day 2:  Skirt around sheer cliff tops to see Bridal Veil Falls plummet 180 metres in a single drop!  Enjoy breathtaking views from Govetts Leap, at the same time discovering why the Blue Mountains appear blue. Then descend into the depths of the Grand Canyon where surreal forest giants tower overhead and the path allows glimpses into the deep, dark clefts of the canyon itself.  Overnight accommodation: Blackheath (B,L,D)

Day 3:  Take an exhilarating ride down the Scenic Railway into the depths of the rainforest then retrace the route used by coal miners over 100 years ago. Mining relics, tunnels and adits can be seen along the way and observant walkers are often rewarded with a glimpse of an elusive lyrebird.  Lunch today will be shared with flocks of cheeky currawongs at an impressive rocky outcrop called Ruined Castle.  Will you rise to the Furber Challenge?  An alternative to riding up the Scenic Railway, this track climbs steeply through dense rainforest past delightful waterfalls and pretty grottoes.  Overnight accommodation: Katoomba (B,L)

Day 4:  Learn the Aboriginal legend of how the famous Three Sisters were formed as you descend the 862 steps of the Giant Stairway.  Then it's away from the throng of tourists and into the depths of Leura Forest.  Delicate ferns and mosses hug the rainforest trees as filtered sunlight creates a magical scene.  Overnight accommodation: Leura (B,L,D)

Day 5:  The itinerary finishes in Leura after breakfast (B)
Truly Reference 438 Prices...
  

7 days / 6 nights Blue Mountains Walk Itinerary (Self Guide)
Truly Ref. 439
Includes 5 days of walking.
Day 1:  Make your own way to Mt Victoria in the Blue Mountains.   The itinerary starts any time after 2pm.  Overnight accommodation: Mt Victoria (D)

Day 2:  The walk begins with an easy climb to the highest point in the mountains, Mt Piddington, followed by a descent through remote forest into the heart of Cox's Cave.  Marvel at the tenacity of the early explorers who forged a route through this rugged terrain!  There is more remote walking this afternoon as you explore the first pretty canyon, emerging into a huge natural rock amphitheatre.  Finish the day with a stroll through magnificent rhododendron gardens nearby.  Overnight accommodation: Blackheath (B,L,D)

Day 3:  Skirt around sheer cliff tops to see Bridal Veil Falls plummet 180 metres in a single drop! Enjoy breathtaking views from Govetts Leap, at the same time discovering why the Blue Mountains appear blue. 
Then descend into the depths of the Grand Canyon where surreal forest giants tower overhead and the path allows glimpses into the deep, dark clefts of the canyon itself.  Overnight accommodation: Blackheath (B,L,D)
Day 4:  Take an exhilarating ride down the Scenic Railway into the depths of the rainforest then retrace the route used by coal miners over 100 years ago.  Mining relics, tunnels and adits can be seen along the way and observant walkers are often rewarded with a glimpse of wallabies or an elusive lyrebird.  Lunch today will be shared with flocks of cheeky currawongs at an impressive rocky outcrop called Ruined Castle.  Will you rise to the Furber Challenge?  An alternative to riding up the Scenic Railway, this track climbs steeply through dense rainforest past delightful waterfalls and pretty grottoes.  Overnight accommodation: Katoomba (B,L)
Day 5:  Learn the Aboriginal legend of how the famous Three Sisters were formed as you descend the 862 steps of the Giant Stairway.  Then its away from the throng of tourists and into the depths of Leura Forest.  Delicate ferns and mosses hug the rainforest trees as filtered sunlight creates a magical scene.  Overnight accommodation: Leura (B,L,D)
Day 6: The setting for the grand finale is Waterfall Valley.  The route winds past waterfalls, beneath overhanging cliffs and through magnificent grottoes. 
A real highlight is the 'mid-cliff' walk along a wide path that has been carved into the sheer cliff face!  Handrails, ladders and airy lookouts provide a bird's-eye view over hundreds of miles of forests. The spray from spectacular Wentworth Falls refreshes weary walkers before climbing to the cliff top.  Overnight accommodation: Leura (B,L)

Day 7:  The itinerary finishes in Leura after breakfast (B) 
Truly Reference 439  Prices...
 

Blue Mountains Self Guide Walks - GENERAL NOTES
DEPARTURE DATES: Any day of the year except July for a minimum of 2 people

LOCATION:  The Blue Mountains area is about 2 hours west of Sydney, easily accessible by local train or car.  Private transfers from Sydney airport or city hotels can also be arranged on request.

GRADING:  Walking is 30% easy, 35% moderate, 35% more strenuous.  Longest day has 6.5 hours walking (can be reduced - good public transport allows you to shorten walks if required).
ACCOMMODATION: Guest houses, bed and breakfasts

MEALS:  Included meals are noted in the itinerary - (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner

WHAT IS INCLUDED:  Double/twin share accommodation, meals as per itinerary, luggage transfers, National Park fees, information booklets, insulated lunch bag, map case, walking notes, maps.

NOT INCLUDED:  Local train travel to and from the Blue Mountains, Scenic Railway, alcohol, meals not listed in itinerary.

THE BEST TIME TO GO:  Available all year except July.  October-November is usually mild to warm. Temperatures warm up from December-February.  March-April is usually cool to mild.  Temperatures drop from May onwards and the days are cool to cold.  July brings occasional snowfalls. Warmer, spring weather returns around September.

NOTE: Itineraries may be subject to modification without notice

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PRICES: SELF GUIDE Walks
Blue Mountains 		 Until 31 March 2009 1 Apr'09 - 31 March'10 Truly
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Per person per tour  Share Twin Single Suppl. Share Twin Single Suppl.
Blue Mountains Walk (NSW) : 5 days/4 nights A$1026 A$420 Request Request 438
Blue Mountains Walk (NSW) : 7 days/6 nights A$1331 A$542 Request Request 439
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