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Monday 8:30am - 3pm Tuesday 8:30am - 3pm Wednesday 8:30am - 3pm Thursday 8:30am - 3pm Friday 8:30am - 3pm Saturday 8:30am - 3pm Sunday 8:30am - 3pm

Blue Mountains Explorer Bus

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Blue Mountains Explorer Bus

See the most in the Blue Mountains at your own pace.
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04/09/2024

What better way to finish a long day of exploring than with a few drinks and some awesome food at Jiggle Korean BBQ. It's directly opposite Stop 23 and you can catch a train from here to Sydney when you're done. Perfecto.

29/08/2024

Starting from Scenic World Blue Mountains at 12 today is the Firies Climb for Motor Neurone Disease. Our company director, Jason will be tackling the Furber Steps along with local legend, Gavin Clifton, and many other amazing (and super fit) legends. Show your support and help to find a cure for this insidious disease.

📷 Blue Mountains Gazette

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29/08/2024

When you are free to explore in your own time you can relax. Hop on hop off as you please and take as much time as you want.

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28/08/2024

Did you know that you can enjoy lunch with a view at Scenic World Blue Mountains? We make it easy with a Kookaburra Pass!

🚌Hop on hop off all day
🚊Scenic Railway
🚡Scenic Skyway
🚟Scenic Cableway
🚶‍♂️Scenic Walkway
😋Food & Beverage Voucher

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27/08/2024

Explore the Blue Mountains in your own time, no rush, no rules.

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24/08/2024

Fuel up for your day of exploring at Café Lurline! Enjoy warm hospitality and a hot, hearty breakfast!

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24/08/2024

Have you been to Scenic World Blue Mountains?

What was your favourite ride? Book a Lyrebird Pass to experience them all!

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📷 Scenic World - Skyway and Katoomba Falls

21/08/2024

It's a great day for a cliff top stroll. What is your favourite walk in the Blue Mountains?

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18/08/2024

What are you doing today? Hop on... You'll love it!

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14/08/2024

Looking to store your luggage while you explore? It's literally located between our booking office and the bus stop!

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10/08/2024

Take a walk without backtracking. Hop off at one stop and hop on at another. No rush... No rules...

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09/08/2024

Are you exploring the Blue Mountains this weekend? Hop on a train to Blackheath and visit the Blackheath Growers Market. It's awesome!

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07/08/2024

Another spectacular day awaits. What are your plans?

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06/08/2024

What are you doing today? Tickets start from $35. Hop on... You'll love it!

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04/08/2024

Sunset in the Blue Mountains is amazing. Where is your favourite place to watch the sunset?

03/08/2024

Take a stroll along the cliff top today. It's delightful.

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02/08/2024

Today is predicted to be cold and clear. It is a wonderful time of year to enjoy crystal clear views.

Come and see for yourself!

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01/08/2024

That time back in 2015 when we stopped at Narrow Neck Lookout for a few photos and.....

She said yes!!!

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30/07/2024

Take some time for you. No rush... no rules.

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28/07/2024

Dance on air, twice as high as the Sydney Harbour Bridge, aboard the Scenic Skyway at Scenic World Blue Mountains. Book a Lyrebird Pass now!

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27/07/2024

You can't beat those top deck views!

Hop on this weekend and see the best of the Blue Mountains in your own time. No rush... no rules!

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25/07/2024

See the most in your own time. Stay for a few days and we'll extend your bus pass for free! Take all the time you need. No rush... no rules... just the freedom to explore.

Hop on... You'll love it!

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23/07/2024

Explorer Bus driver, David, shared this awesome pic from Stop 13 yesterday.

What do you think?

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22/07/2024

Deep in the Jurassic rainforest, you'll find the longest elevated board walk in Australia. A stroll along the Scenic Walkway is a wonderfully tranquil experience. There are two ways to reach it. LOTS of steps or a pass for Scenic World Blue Mountains like our Lyrebird Pass.

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20/07/2024

Take time to explore the hidden gems. The serenity is ahhhhmazing.

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19/07/2024

Up or down? There are no rules.

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17/07/2024

Winter in the Blue Mountains is wonderful. Rug up and hop on...

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13/07/2024

Great coffee to start your day at The Magician Cafe. It's at Stop 1!

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Address

283 Bathurst Road
Katoomba, NSW
2780

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 3pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 3pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 3pm
Thursday	8:30am - 3pm
Friday	8:30am - 3pm
Saturday	8:30am - 3pm
Sunday	8:30am - 3pm

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http://www.explorerbus.com.au/

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Ride the steepest train in the world when you purchase a Lyrebird Pass! Hop on hop off all day, unlimited rides at Scenic World Blue Mountains on the Scenic Railway, Skyway and Cableway, stroll the Scenic Walkway through the ancient rainforest, and do it all with one pass! Find a Lyrebird Pass - www.explorerbus.com.au #LyrebirdPass #bmexplorerbus #ScenicWorld_Aus #visitbluemountains #ScenicRailway #guinessworldrecord #steepestintheworld

Wishing our company founder, John Cronshaw a very Happy 80th Birthday! An absolute legend of the industry, John purchased Katoomba Scenic Tours in 1974 and re-branded it, Golden West Tours, which later became Fantastic Aussie Tours. The company has stood the test of time and it is a testament to John's ability, determination and pure hard work. We love him! Happy 80th, John! #bmexplorerbus #visitbluemountains #Buspa #fantasticaussietours #christianfellowshiptours #happybirthday #happy80th #octogenarian

Scenic World Nocturnal

Immerse yourself in the moment the night comes alive. Feel the magic as you ride the Scenic Railway, Cableway and Skyway as dusk settles across the Jamison Valley. Walk through a field of flowers, meander beneath light trees, and discover hidden creatures as you experience the wonders of the rainforest and explore our LUNA Light Journey* - a first for Scenic World and the Blue Mountains! Kids will have their very own Nocturnal quest to find clues along the Nocturnal journey and discover the Gundungurra story of creation! Nocturnal is an immersive, sensory and interactive experience which includes all Scenic World rides after dark. Discover light installations and holograms that illuminate parts of Scenic World and will leave you feeling enchanted by the darkness. A must-do adventure for kids and adults alike, Nocturnal runs from 5 April to 4 May on select nights only - book early to not miss out! www.scenicworld.com.au

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Come be a part of our history. Buses depart Katoomba every hour from 9am daily! To book visit https://www.explorerbus.com.au/

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Is Katoomba on your bucketlist? Join us for a hop on hop off tour you'll never forget! Tickets start from $49.00 for hop on hop off bus. For T&Cs and to book visit https://www.explorerbus.com.au/

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Our Story

STOP TOURING. START EXPLORING!

We created the Blue Mountains Explorer Bus to fix everything that’s wrong with the standard Blue Mountains day tours.

Like a tour, we take you to all the most important viewpoints, waterfalls and tourist attractions. But instead of rushing you from one place to the next, we give you complete freedom to explore at your own pace.

With buses running every 30 minutes, the Explorer Bus makes it easy to get to famous landmarks like the Three Sisters, Scenic World and Leura Cascades. We pick up at many of the best hotels and restaurants in Katoomba and Leura, and our big red buses are a welcome sight to weary walkers returning from hikes in the stunning Blue Mountains National Park.

A BRIEF HISTORY

The first ever Explorer Bus pulled out of Katoomba Station in April 1986, carrying just two passengers. Since then we’ve grown to become an essential piece of the puzzle for independent travellers like you, who want to see the best of the Blue Mountains in a short time.

In the beginning we only ran on weekends and public holidays. Today, the Explorer Bus runs 15 times a day, 365 days of the year, and gives you easy access to all the most important sights in Katoomba and Leura.

OUR DRIVERS ARE AWESOME!

Read our reviews on TripAdvisor and you'll see that the same message comes up over and over again: our drivers are the friendliest, most helpful, most knowledgeable team in the Blue Mountains. There's a good reason for that.

We don't hire any old bus driver and then expect them to magically become good tour guides. Instead, we hand-pick genuine local characters – people who know how to tell a story, know the Blue Mountains like the back of their hands, and love to share their knowledge of this fantastic place. Then we train them to be the safest, most reliable, most courteous drivers and guides in the Blue Mountains.

If you're coming to the Blue Mountains for the first time, every one of our drivers will go the extra mile to help you find your way to the best experiences. Whether you want to explore bushwalking tracks, learn about local history and culture, discover our vibrant arts scene or wander through beautiful gardens, our drivers are here to help you make the best of your time.

LOCAL HEART, GLOBAL SOUL

The Blue Mountains Explorer Bus is part of Fantastic Aussie Tours, a proudly independent, family-owned business which has been based right here in the Blue Mountains since 1974. We run tours and holidays all around Australia and all over the world. Travel is in our blood, and we know what it takes to make our guests feel right at home.

From the people in our Katoomba tour booking office to the drivers who’ll show you around, all of our staff are locals who are passionate about helping you plan a brilliant day in the Blue Mountains. We love what we do, and we can’t wait to welcome you to this beautiful place we call home – the Blue Mountains, Australia’s most accessible wilderness.

OUR SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

I'm so confident that we provide the best possible way to see the Blue Mountains that I personally guarantee it. If for any reason you don't feel we've given you a fun, convenient, informative and great-value experience, you can write to me and I'll make things right for you. - Jason Cronshaw, Managing Director