There are a vast number of walks and trails in the Blue Mountains with almost as many books and guides written to help you navigate them.

Whether you decide to follow the path of the early explorers from Mt Victoria into the Hartley Valley or transverse one the passes from the Valley of the Waters to Wentworth Falls, walking in the Blue Mountains is a truly magnificent experience.

Your hosts are keen bushwalkers and can recommend a number of walks, both locally and in the surrounding areas. Here is one highly recommended favourite:

Neates Glen and the Grand Canyon, Blackheath

This classic walk requires a moderate level of fitness and can take between 2 to 4 hours to complete. It is a 5km circuit that can be accessed from Evans Lookout Road, starting at the Neates Glen picnic area and finishing at the majestic Evans Lookout.

It is the quintessential Blue Mountains bush walk, including a bit of everything: panoramic views, abundant birdlife, rainforests and ferns, waterfalls and creek crossings, amazing rock formations, deep canyons and even a short tunnel. Don’t forget to wear sensible walking shoes, bring water, food, sun protection, a first aid kit and your camera.