The Blue Mountains

About 2 hours from Sydney, this is marvellous area for walking. We had 3 hard days of walking, including 800+ steps down the side of the 3 sisters (the most famous rock formation in this National Park). Of course we had to regain that height but fortunately via a different route. We traversed across a landslide, which happened about 70 years ago, when they took the pit props away after deciding it was not worthwhile to continue mining for coal!! There are some outstanding views although inevitably it is hazy (blue) because of the oil from the eucalyptus trees. It was wonderful to have some relaxing walking in forests, on a soft bed of leaves, marvelling at the change in flora from wet rain forest to gum trees. We were delighted to see many birds, notably fan tails and lyre birds.
All organised through Auswalks who use some excellent B&B accomodation.