Should three Sydney visitors tour the Blue Mountains independently or join a day tour?
The group has one full August day and is comparing total cost with the number of stops.
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Does a Friday evening train from Sydney to Katoomba need advance booking?
The traveller plans a Central-to-Katoomba trip and is unsure about tickets and contactless payment.
Do the Blue Mountains and Hunter Valley each deserve an overnight from Sydney?
A longer Sydney stay has several free weekdays but its weekends are already committed.
Should a two-day Sydney stopover put the Blue Mountains on Friday or Saturday?
A cruise starts Sunday, while the other day is reserved for the harbour, BridgeClimb and Opera House.
Can the Blue Mountains and Jenolan Caves fit into one Sydney day trip?
The plan also hopes to include Scenic World and perhaps a river return around a public holiday.
Can I visit the Blue Mountains from Sydney without a car?
Is a day trip realistic by train, and where should I allow time for lunch?
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