OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
This trip has entirely the same walking as the Blue Mountains Traverse but with upgraded accommodation spectacularly located right on the edge of the park. Enjoy your stay within the beautiful expansive grounds of the 4.5-star Parklands Country Gardens & Lodges in spacious suites that overlook the gardens. We also stay at the 5-star Lilianfels overlooking the Jamison Valley in Katoomba, a resort-style hotel with a one hat restaurant and 2 massive swimming pools.
The Blue Mountains, only 90 km from Sydney is easily the most accessible World Heritage-listed wilderness area in Australia. The walk traverses the plateau and the valley floor from Mt Victoria via Blackheath and Leura to Wentworth Falls. As you wind your way through the mountains you’ll be astonished by the abundance of magnificent vistas with highlights, including Bridal Veil Falls, Govett’s Leap Lookout, the Jamison Valley via the Scenic Railway and the Waterfall Valley near Leura.
- 6 nights stay in 4.5 to 5-star accommodations, the best the region has to offer
- A 2 course chef-prepared dinner on the first night in the “Wintergarden Restaurant” at the Hydro Majestic & at a local favourite in Katoomba
- Chef prepared cooked breakfasts each morning and comprehensive walkers lunch daily
- Get up close to the Three Sisters, descend through lushly forested areas to vantage points with close up views of waterfalls
- Luggage transferred ahead to the next accommodation so you can spend more time relaxing
- Taste the gourmet fare in the Blue Mountains, deservedly renowned as some of the best food on offer in regional Australia.
- With one million hectares of bushland, this pristine wilderness has 100s of kilometres of trails and we’ve chosen the very best of them
AT A GLANCE
TRIP LENGTH
7 DAYS
WALK GRADE
Moderate
to Challenging PRICE FROM
$ 1530
per person twin/double shareSINGLE OCCUPANCY
$ 540
per personITINERARY
DAY one
BLACKHEATH
The Blue Mountains Traverse starts in Blackheath any time after 2 pm. There is no walking scheduled for today but there are several galleries and coffee shops in the village worth exploring.
Meals: 2 course a la carte dinner at Wintergarden Restaurant Hydro Majestic
Accommodation: Parklands Country Gardens and Lodges Blackheath in spacious ensuite rooms
DAY two
MOUNT VICTORIA TO BLACKHEATH
The Blue Mountain Traverse walks begins with an easy climb to the highest point in the mountains, Mt Piddington, followed by a descent through the 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’s more remote bushwalking 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.
Walking: Easy / 16km / 5–6.5 hrs / shorter 12km walk available
Meals: Cooked breakfast, walkers lunch
Accommodation: Parklands Country Gardens and Lodges Blackheath in spacious ensuite rooms
DAY three
GRAND CANYON LOOP
Skirt around sheer cliff tops to see Bridal Veil Falls plummet 180 metres in a single drop. Enjoy breathtaking views from Govetts Leap and Pulpit Rock, at the same time discovering why the Blue Mountains appear blue. Then walk down into the Grand Canyon, undoubtedly one of the Blue Mountains, if not Australia’s, most beautiful walks. The canyon carved out by nature over millions of years, the huge tree ferns, the lichen and other flora and fauna work together in concert to create an unheralded sense of immersion.
Walking: Moderate to Challenging / 16km / 5–6 hrs / shorter walk available
Meals: Cooked breakfast and walkers lunch and dinner at a local restaurant
Accommodation: Parklands Country Gardens and Lodges Blackheath in spacious ensuite rooms
DAY four
KATOOMBA TO RUINED CASTLE VIA THE SCENIC RAILWAY
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. Take the Furber Steps Challenge; an alternative to riding up the Scenic Railway. This track climbs steeply through dense rainforest past delightful waterfalls and pretty grottoes. This day also includes a ride in the spectacular Scenic Skyway gondola ride suspended across the Jamison Valley.
Walking: Moderate to Challenging / 16–17.5km / 5– 6.5 hrs / shorter option available
Meals: Cooked breakfast, walkers lunch and a la carte dinner at a local restaurant
Accommodation: Lilianfels Resort and Spa Katoomba in ensuited rooms
DAY five
KATOOMBA TO LEURA LOOP
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. There is a thriving arts scene in the Blue Mountains including in Leura, scores of restaurants, cafes and providores.
Walking: Moderate / 9–11.5km / 4– 4.5 hrs
Meals: Cooked breakfast and walkers lunch
Accommodation: Lilianfels Resort and Spa Katoomba in ensuited rooms
DAY six
KATOOMBA TO WENTWORTH FALLS
The final Blue Mountains Traverse walk is into Waterfall Valley. The route winds its way past waterfalls, beneath overhanging cliffs and through magnificent grottoes. A real highlight today 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 birds-eye view over hundreds of miles of forests. The spray from spectacular Wentworth Falls refreshes weary walkers before climbing to the clifftop.
Walking: Moderate / 15km / 4–5.5 hrs / shorter 10km option available
Meals: Cooked breakfast and walkers lunch
Accommodation: Lilianfels Resort and Spa Katoomba in ensuited rooms
DAY seven
FINISH IN KATOOMBA
The Blue Mountains Traverse finishes after breakfast with a transfer to the local train station. If you wish we can have you stay an extra night and simply relax or wander some more in the gorgeous Blue Mountains.
Meals: Cooked breakfast
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- 6 nights accommodation at 4.5 to 5-star accommodations with ensuites
- Chef prepared cooked breakfasts each morning, walkers lunches each walking day and select a la carte dinners at local restaurants
- The best of the Blue Mountains walks
- We shift along the track from accommodation to accommodation to limit time in a vehicle, creating more time to relax and enjoy the region
- Scenic world Railway, Skyway & Gondola all-day pass & National Park admission
- Enjoy worry-free navigation with Stroll’s comprehensive track notes, maps and info pack
ACCOMMODATION & DINING
On this walk, you stay in the beautiful Parklands Country Garden and Lodges and Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort and Spa. All rooms have their own ensuite. Lilianfels has a one hat restaurant Darley’s on-site and a more relaxed bistro that has some of the best views of any hotel in the country.
The Blue Mountains is noted for its international cuisine with restaurants attracting some of the best chefs in the country. Award-winning wines from the nearby Hunter Valley winery district add to the dining experience.
A delicious and hearty breakfast is included at your accommodation each morning. Each morning you will also be provided with a substantial walkers lunch and get to eat it at a fabulous location on the track. A walkers lunch is varied and may include a high protein type salad, roll or a wrap, muesli bar, cake or muffin and a piece of fruit. We’ve also included a 2-course chef-prepared dinner on the first night in the “Wintergarden Restaurant” at the Hydro Majestic – a unique regional dining experience.
The included dinners are at local restaurants that have either won awards or received great reviews. There’s an emphasis on local produce and wine from the region. When dinner is not included it is because there are many great restaurants close by to choose from. We recommend you ask us or your hosts for their advice.
Alcohol or drinks with meals are not included (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).
NIGHT 1, 2 & 3
PARKLANDS COUNTRY GARDEN HOTEL
Parklands Hotel is centrally located near Blackheath’s main shopping and restaurant area on Govetts Leap Rd. The grounds are the best that the Blue Mountains has to offer. The rooms reflect the spaciousness of the gardens in that they all have a large lounge and couch for you to relax and spread out on after your walk. There is a large communal lounge area and a dining room for guests to make use of.
Facilities include a luxurious Day Spa, manicured gardens and grounds and a chance to feed the ducks at Parklands’ private lake. Reception at Parklands is open 7am to 11pm seven days a week. The Concierge team are also experts in the local region and can assist in planning any part of your stay beyond the actual walk.
NIGHT 1, 2 & 3
PARKLANDS COUNTRY GARDEN HOTEL
Parklands Hotel is centrally located near Blackheath’s main shopping and restaurant area on Govetts Leap Rd. The grounds are the best that the Blue Mountains has to offer. The rooms reflect the spaciousness of the gardens in that they all have a large lounge and couch for you to relax and spread out on after your walk. There is a large communal lounge area and a dining room for guests to make use of.
Facilities include a luxurious Day Spa, manicured gardens and grounds and a chance to feed the ducks at Parklands’ private lake. Reception at Parklands is open 7am to 11pm seven days a week. The Concierge team are also experts in the local region and can assist in planning any part of your stay beyond the actual walk.
NIGHT 1, 2 & 3
PARKLANDS COUNTRY GARDEN HOTEL
Parklands Hotel is centrally located near Blackheath’s main shopping and restaurant area on Govetts Leap Rd. The grounds are the best that the Blue Mountains has to offer. The rooms reflect the spaciousness of the gardens in that they all have a large lounge and couch for you to relax and spread out on after your walk. There is a large communal lounge area and a dining room for guests to make use of.
Facilities include a luxurious Day Spa, manicured gardens and grounds and a chance to feed the ducks at Parklands’ private lake. Reception at Parklands is open 7am to 11pm seven days a week. The Concierge team are also experts in the local region and can assist in planning any part of your stay beyond the actual walk.
NIGHT 1, 2 & 3
PARKLANDS COUNTRY GARDEN HOTEL
Parklands Hotel is centrally located near Blackheath’s main shopping and restaurant area on Govetts Leap Rd. The grounds are the best that the Blue Mountains has to offer. The rooms reflect the spaciousness of the gardens in that they all have a large lounge and couch for you to relax and spread out on after your walk. There is a large communal lounge area and a dining room for guests to make use of.
Facilities include a luxurious Day Spa, manicured gardens and grounds and a chance to feed the ducks at Parklands’ private lake. Reception at Parklands is open 7am to 11pm seven days a week. The Concierge team are also experts in the local region and can assist in planning any part of your stay beyond the actual walk.
NIGHT 4, 5 & 6
LILIANFELS
Lilianfels is located right on the edge of the escarpment overlooking Jamison Valley. The hotel has 2 restaurants, one of them is rated one hat. The facilities include 2 swimming pools, one inside & one outside. Spacious manicured gardens, a large lounge, a day spa and various other communal areas. It also includes 24/7 reception and a concierge to satisfy all your needs.
NIGHT 4, 5 & 6
LILIANFELS
Lilianfels is located right on the edge of the escarpment overlooking Jamison Valley. The hotel has 2 restaurants, one of them is rated one hat. The facilities include 2 swimming pools, one inside & one outside. Spacious manicured gardens, a large lounge, a day spa and various other communal areas. It also includes 24/7 reception and a concierge to satisfy all your needs.
NIGHT 4, 5 & 6
LILIANFELS
Lilianfels is located right on the edge of the escarpment overlooking Jamison Valley. The hotel has 2 restaurants, one of them is rated one hat. The facilities include 2 swimming pools, one inside & one outside. Spacious manicured gardens, a large lounge, a day spa and various other communal areas. It also includes 24/7 reception and a concierge to satisfy all your needs.
NIGHT 4, 5 & 6
LILIANFELS
Lilianfels is located right on the edge of the escarpment overlooking Jamison Valley. The hotel has 2 restaurants, one of them is rated one hat. The facilities include 2 swimming pools, one inside & one outside. Spacious manicured gardens, a large lounge, a day spa and various other communal areas. It also includes 24/7 reception and a concierge to satisfy all your needs.
NIGHT 4, 5 & 6
LILIANFELS
Lilianfels is located right on the edge of the escarpment overlooking Jamison Valley. The hotel has 2 restaurants, one of them is rated one hat. The facilities include 2 swimming pools, one inside & one outside. Spacious manicured gardens, a large lounge, a day spa and various other communal areas. It also includes 24/7 reception and a concierge to satisfy all your needs.
NIGHT 4, 5 & 6
LILIANFELS
Lilianfels is located right on the edge of the escarpment overlooking Jamison Valley. The hotel has 2 restaurants, one of them is rated one hat. The facilities include 2 swimming pools, one inside & one outside. Spacious manicured gardens, a large lounge, a day spa and various other communal areas. It also includes 24/7 reception and a concierge to satisfy all your needs.
GENERAL INFO
This Blue Mountains Traverse starts and finishes in the Blue Mountains with a short two-hour train ride (fare not included) from Sydney to the first accommodation. The Blue Mountains walks are mostly along well-marked tracks and trails, with occasional steeper sections either ascending out of or descending into the gorges and valleys below. It’s a great combination of easy going, moderate and more challenging walking terrain offering something for every level of experience.
We walk in and out of accommodations and move you along the track in order to limit the travel time in a vehicle. Your luggage moves along with you seamlessly as you walk from one accommodation to the next with just your day pack.
The Blue Mountains Traverse comprehensive walk notes provide lots of information on the flora, fauna, history and geology of the Blue Mountains.
For what to bring please refer to Gear Advice on our FAQ section.
HOW TO GET THERE
Travelling to the Start of the walk
This walk starts in the village of Blackheath.
The walk ends in Katoomba we have included a taxi transfer to Katoomba train station.
You will need to get yourself to and from the start and end of your walk. i.e. you will need to organise your travel to the start of the walk in the Blue Mountains. To make it easy we have collated some useful information that will assist you in making arrangements for your travel.
Public Transport: By far the easiest option is to catch a train from Sydney. Your starting destination is Blackheath. It is approximately a 6 minute walk to your accommodation so you may prefer to catch a taxi (at your expense).
The train will take around 2hrs 10min from Sydney Central station and costs approximately AUD$8 to $12. You can buy tickets directly at the train station; there is no need to book. You can also catch the train at Sydney airport and swap at Central station. The trains in peak times depart approximately every 15 mins, out of peak every 30 mins to 40 mins.
Please note: If you would prefer a private taxi transfer we can provide details for you to arrange. This will be an additional cost.
Travelling from the End of the walk
Public Transport: Take the train from Katoomba Station. We have included a taxi transfer from your accommodation to the station.
WEATHER
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 but with little rain and good for walking. Warmer, spring weather returns around September.
See the Bureau of Meteorology’s information about average temperatures and rainfall at different times of the year.
Source: BOM
INSURANCE
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
INFORMATION PACK
For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.
CONTACT
If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants or to speak with one of our guides. You can get in touch with us via our contact form, or info@stroll.com
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AT A GLANCE
7 DAYS
Moderate
to Challenging
$ 1530
per person twin/double share
$ 540
per person
TRIP LENGTH
7 DAYS
WALK GRADE
Moderate
to Challenging PRICE FROM
$ 1530
per person twin/double shareSINGLE OCCUPANCY
$ 540
per person
Overview
This trip has entirely the same walking as the Blue Mountains Traverse but with upgraded accommodation spectacularly located right on the edge of the park. Enjoy your stay within the beautiful expansive grounds of the 4.5-star Parklands Country Gardens & Lodges in spacious suites that overlook the gardens. We also stay at the 5-star Lilianfels overlooking the Jamison Valley in Katoomba, a resort-style hotel with a one hat restaurant and 2 massive swimming pools.
The Blue Mountains, only 90 km from Sydney is easily the most accessible World Heritage-listed wilderness area in Australia. The walk traverses the plateau and the valley floor from Mt Victoria via Blackheath and Leura to Wentworth Falls. As you wind your way through the mountains you’ll be astonished by the abundance of magnificent vistas with highlights, including Bridal Veil Falls, Govett’s Leap Lookout, the Jamison Valley via the Scenic Railway and the Waterfall Valley near Leura.
- 6 nights stay in 4.5 to 5-star accommodations, the best the region has to offer
- A 2 course chef-prepared dinner on the first night in the “Wintergarden Restaurant” at the Hydro Majestic & at a local favourite in Katoomba
- Chef prepared cooked breakfasts each morning and comprehensive walkers lunch daily
- Get up close to the Three Sisters, descend through lushly forested areas to vantage points with close up views of waterfalls
- Luggage transferred ahead to the next accommodation so you can spend more time relaxing
- Taste the gourmet fare in the Blue Mountains, deservedly renowned as some of the best food on offer in regional Australia.
- With one million hectares of bushland, this pristine wilderness has 100s of kilometres of trails and we’ve chosen the very best of them
Itinerary
DAY one
BLACKHEATH
The Blue Mountains Traverse starts in Blackheath any time after 2 pm. There is no walking scheduled for today but there are several galleries and coffee shops in the village worth exploring.
Meals: 2 course a la carte dinner at Wintergarden Restaurant Hydro Majestic
Accommodation: Parklands Country Gardens and Lodges Blackheath in spacious ensuite rooms
DAY two
MOUNT VICTORIA TO BLACKHEATH
The Blue Mountain Traverse walks begins with an easy climb to the highest point in the mountains, Mt Piddington, followed by a descent through the 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’s more remote bushwalking 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.
Walking: Easy / 16km / 5–6.5 hrs / shorter 12km walk available
Meals: Cooked breakfast, walkers lunch
Accommodation: Parklands Country Gardens and Lodges Blackheath in spacious ensuite rooms
DAY three
GRAND CANYON LOOP
Skirt around sheer cliff tops to see Bridal Veil Falls plummet 180 metres in a single drop. Enjoy breathtaking views from Govetts Leap and Pulpit Rock, at the same time discovering why the Blue Mountains appear blue. Then walk down into the Grand Canyon, undoubtedly one of the Blue Mountains, if not Australia’s, most beautiful walks. The canyon carved out by nature over millions of years, the huge tree ferns, the lichen and other flora and fauna work together in concert to create an unheralded sense of immersion.
Walking: Moderate to Challenging / 16km / 5–6 hrs / shorter walk available
Meals: Cooked breakfast and walkers lunch and dinner at a local restaurant
Accommodation: Parklands Country Gardens and Lodges Blackheath in spacious ensuite rooms
DAY four
KATOOMBA TO RUINED CASTLE VIA THE SCENIC RAILWAY
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. Take the Furber Steps Challenge; an alternative to riding up the Scenic Railway. This track climbs steeply through dense rainforest past delightful waterfalls and pretty grottoes. This day also includes a ride in the spectacular Scenic Skyway gondola ride suspended across the Jamison Valley.
Walking: Moderate to Challenging / 16–17.5km / 5– 6.5 hrs / shorter option available
Meals: Cooked breakfast, walkers lunch and a la carte dinner at a local restaurant
Accommodation: Lilianfels Resort and Spa Katoomba in ensuited rooms
DAY five
KATOOMBA TO LEURA LOOP
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. There is a thriving arts scene in the Blue Mountains including in Leura, scores of restaurants, cafes and providores.
Walking: Moderate / 9–11.5km / 4– 4.5 hrs
Meals: Cooked breakfast and walkers lunch
Accommodation: Lilianfels Resort and Spa Katoomba in ensuited rooms
DAY six
KATOOMBA TO WENTWORTH FALLS
The final Blue Mountains Traverse walk is into Waterfall Valley. The route winds its way past waterfalls, beneath overhanging cliffs and through magnificent grottoes. A real highlight today 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 birds-eye view over hundreds of miles of forests. The spray from spectacular Wentworth Falls refreshes weary walkers before climbing to the clifftop.
Walking: Moderate / 15km / 4–5.5 hrs / shorter 10km option available
Meals: Cooked breakfast and walkers lunch
Accommodation: Lilianfels Resort and Spa Katoomba in ensuited rooms
DAY seven
FINISH IN KATOOMBA
The Blue Mountains Traverse finishes after breakfast with a transfer to the local train station. If you wish we can have you stay an extra night and simply relax or wander some more in the gorgeous Blue Mountains.
Meals: Cooked breakfast
What’s Included
- 6 nights accommodation at 4.5 to 5-star accommodations with ensuites
- Chef prepared cooked breakfasts each morning, walkers lunches each walking day and select a la carte dinners at local restaurants
- The best of the Blue Mountains walks
- We shift along the track from accommodation to accommodation to limit time in a vehicle, creating more time to relax and enjoy the region
- Scenic world Railway, Skyway & Gondola all-day pass & National Park admission
- Enjoy worry-free navigation with Stroll’s comprehensive track notes, maps and info pack
Accommodation & Dining
On this walk, you stay in the beautiful Parklands Country Garden and Lodges and Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort and Spa. All rooms have their own ensuite. Lilianfels has a one hat restaurant Darley’s on-site and a more relaxed bistro that has some of the best views of any hotel in the country.
The Blue Mountains is noted for its international cuisine with restaurants attracting some of the best chefs in the country. Award-winning wines from the nearby Hunter Valley winery district add to the dining experience.
A delicious and hearty breakfast is included at your accommodation each morning. Each morning you will also be provided with a substantial walkers lunch and get to eat it at a fabulous location on the track. A walkers lunch is varied and may include a high protein type salad, roll or a wrap, muesli bar, cake or muffin and a piece of fruit. We’ve also included a 2-course chef-prepared dinner on the first night in the “Wintergarden Restaurant” at the Hydro Majestic – a unique regional dining experience.
The included dinners are at local restaurants that have either won awards or received great reviews. There’s an emphasis on local produce and wine from the region. When dinner is not included it is because there are many great restaurants close by to choose from. We recommend you ask us or your hosts for their advice.
Alcohol or drinks with meals are not included (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).
NIGHT 1, 2 & 3
PARKLANDS COUNTRY GARDEN HOTEL
Parklands Hotel is centrally located near Blackheath’s main shopping and restaurant area on Govetts Leap Rd. The grounds are the best that the Blue Mountains has to offer. The rooms reflect the spaciousness of the gardens in that they all have a large lounge and couch for you to relax and spread out on after your walk. There is a large communal lounge area and a dining room for guests to make use of.
Facilities include a luxurious Day Spa, manicured gardens and grounds and a chance to feed the ducks at Parklands’ private lake. Reception at Parklands is open 7am to 11pm seven days a week. The Concierge team are also experts in the local region and can assist in planning any part of your stay beyond the actual walk.
NIGHT 1, 2 & 3
PARKLANDS COUNTRY GARDEN HOTEL
Parklands Hotel is centrally located near Blackheath’s main shopping and restaurant area on Govetts Leap Rd. The grounds are the best that the Blue Mountains has to offer. The rooms reflect the spaciousness of the gardens in that they all have a large lounge and couch for you to relax and spread out on after your walk. There is a large communal lounge area and a dining room for guests to make use of.
Facilities include a luxurious Day Spa, manicured gardens and grounds and a chance to feed the ducks at Parklands’ private lake. Reception at Parklands is open 7am to 11pm seven days a week. The Concierge team are also experts in the local region and can assist in planning any part of your stay beyond the actual walk.
NIGHT 1, 2 & 3
PARKLANDS COUNTRY GARDEN HOTEL
Parklands Hotel is centrally located near Blackheath’s main shopping and restaurant area on Govetts Leap Rd. The grounds are the best that the Blue Mountains has to offer. The rooms reflect the spaciousness of the gardens in that they all have a large lounge and couch for you to relax and spread out on after your walk. There is a large communal lounge area and a dining room for guests to make use of.
Facilities include a luxurious Day Spa, manicured gardens and grounds and a chance to feed the ducks at Parklands’ private lake. Reception at Parklands is open 7am to 11pm seven days a week. The Concierge team are also experts in the local region and can assist in planning any part of your stay beyond the actual walk.
NIGHT 1, 2 & 3
PARKLANDS COUNTRY GARDEN HOTEL
Parklands Hotel is centrally located near Blackheath’s main shopping and restaurant area on Govetts Leap Rd. The grounds are the best that the Blue Mountains has to offer. The rooms reflect the spaciousness of the gardens in that they all have a large lounge and couch for you to relax and spread out on after your walk. There is a large communal lounge area and a dining room for guests to make use of.
Facilities include a luxurious Day Spa, manicured gardens and grounds and a chance to feed the ducks at Parklands’ private lake. Reception at Parklands is open 7am to 11pm seven days a week. The Concierge team are also experts in the local region and can assist in planning any part of your stay beyond the actual walk.
NIGHT 4, 5 & 6
LILIANFELS
Lilianfels is located right on the edge of the escarpment overlooking Jamison Valley. The hotel has 2 restaurants, one of them is rated one hat. The facilities include 2 swimming pools, one inside & one outside. Spacious manicured gardens, a large lounge, a day spa and various other communal areas. It also includes 24/7 reception and a concierge to satisfy all your needs.
NIGHT 4, 5 & 6
LILIANFELS
Lilianfels is located right on the edge of the escarpment overlooking Jamison Valley. The hotel has 2 restaurants, one of them is rated one hat. The facilities include 2 swimming pools, one inside & one outside. Spacious manicured gardens, a large lounge, a day spa and various other communal areas. It also includes 24/7 reception and a concierge to satisfy all your needs.
NIGHT 4, 5 & 6
LILIANFELS
Lilianfels is located right on the edge of the escarpment overlooking Jamison Valley. The hotel has 2 restaurants, one of them is rated one hat. The facilities include 2 swimming pools, one inside & one outside. Spacious manicured gardens, a large lounge, a day spa and various other communal areas. It also includes 24/7 reception and a concierge to satisfy all your needs.
NIGHT 4, 5 & 6
LILIANFELS
Lilianfels is located right on the edge of the escarpment overlooking Jamison Valley. The hotel has 2 restaurants, one of them is rated one hat. The facilities include 2 swimming pools, one inside & one outside. Spacious manicured gardens, a large lounge, a day spa and various other communal areas. It also includes 24/7 reception and a concierge to satisfy all your needs.
NIGHT 4, 5 & 6
LILIANFELS
Lilianfels is located right on the edge of the escarpment overlooking Jamison Valley. The hotel has 2 restaurants, one of them is rated one hat. The facilities include 2 swimming pools, one inside & one outside. Spacious manicured gardens, a large lounge, a day spa and various other communal areas. It also includes 24/7 reception and a concierge to satisfy all your needs.
NIGHT 4, 5 & 6
LILIANFELS
Lilianfels is located right on the edge of the escarpment overlooking Jamison Valley. The hotel has 2 restaurants, one of them is rated one hat. The facilities include 2 swimming pools, one inside & one outside. Spacious manicured gardens, a large lounge, a day spa and various other communal areas. It also includes 24/7 reception and a concierge to satisfy all your needs.
General Info
This Blue Mountains Traverse starts and finishes in the Blue Mountains with a short two-hour train ride (fare not included) from Sydney to the first accommodation. The Blue Mountains walks are mostly along well-marked tracks and trails, with occasional steeper sections either ascending out of or descending into the gorges and valleys below. It’s a great combination of easy going, moderate and more challenging walking terrain offering something for every level of experience.
We walk in and out of accommodations and move you along the track in order to limit the travel time in a vehicle. Your luggage moves along with you seamlessly as you walk from one accommodation to the next with just your day pack.
The Blue Mountains Traverse comprehensive walk notes provide lots of information on the flora, fauna, history and geology of the Blue Mountains.
For what to bring please refer to Gear Advice on our FAQ section.
HOW TO GET THERE
Travelling to the Start of the walk
This walk starts in the village of Blackheath.
The walk ends in Katoomba we have included a taxi transfer to Katoomba train station.
You will need to get yourself to and from the start and end of your walk. i.e. you will need to organise your travel to the start of the walk in the Blue Mountains. To make it easy we have collated some useful information that will assist you in making arrangements for your travel.
Public Transport: By far the easiest option is to catch a train from Sydney. Your starting destination is Blackheath. It is approximately a 6 minute walk to your accommodation so you may prefer to catch a taxi (at your expense).
The train will take around 2hrs 10min from Sydney Central station and costs approximately AUD$8 to $12. You can buy tickets directly at the train station; there is no need to book. You can also catch the train at Sydney airport and swap at Central station. The trains in peak times depart approximately every 15 mins, out of peak every 30 mins to 40 mins.
Please note: If you would prefer a private taxi transfer we can provide details for you to arrange. This will be an additional cost.
Travelling from the End of the walk
Public Transport: Take the train from Katoomba Station. We have included a taxi transfer from your accommodation to the station.
WEATHER
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 but with little rain and good for walking. Warmer, spring weather returns around September.
See the Bureau of Meteorology’s information about average temperatures and rainfall at different times of the year.
Source: BOM
INSURANCE
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
INFORMATION PACK
For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.
CONTACT
If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants or to speak with one of our guides. You can get in touch with us via our contact form, or info@stroll.com
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