GENERAL INFO
This Blue Mountains Traverse starts and finishes in the Blue Mountains with a short 90 min 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.
Importantly, 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 further information on this trip watch this walk being featured on an episode of the Sydney Weekender in 2017.
For what to bring please refer to Gear Advice on our FAQ section.
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
HOW TO GET THERE
Travelling to the Start of the walk
This walk starts in the village of Blackheath.
The walk ends in Katoomba it is a short walk to the 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.
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, email us at info@auswalk.com.au, or call us on +61 3 9597 9767.
SELF GUIDED
5 DAYS
Moderate to Challenging
Rebecca G
My first Auswalk holiday in the Blue Mountains was a fantastic experience from exploring the website, to booking, to the holiday itself. Auswalk made the whole process easy and enjoyable. The staff are knowledge, friendly and responsive. I’m already looking forward to my next Auswalk holiday.
Rob and Kaye T
We have just completed the 5 day self guided walk with Auswalk in the Blue Mountains and it was a truly memorable experience being a great mix of walking, landscapes, scenery, lovely accommodation, meals and hospitality. It was only five days walking and although generally not long days, there was a good mix of some challenging sections, with moderate and easy ones. Auswalk were very helpful through the whole process including accommodating our late change of dates. Cheers, Rob & Kaye Thorpe, Malua Bay.
Samantha V
The walk was diverse and moderately challenging. I would have preferred the luxe version, but didn’t feel that I was offered it- even though I asked for accomodation upgrade. Having said that, the BnBs were quaint. The walking notes were confusing as there were track closures due to fire/erosion damage etc. and the changes were on a separate sheet. We had 2 dinners included but on previous trips they were all included. Thanks again for a lovely trip. Samantha and Mark