Wolgan Valley Transfers

Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa offers transfers from Sydney by both land and helicopter. Land transfers are operated on a four wheel drive touring basis, providing guests with the opportunity to explore and appreciate the spectacular Blue Mountains region en-route to Wolgan Valley.

The helicopter transfer offers guests an unforgettable aerial journey over Sydney and the breathtaking canyons which make up the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage area.

One way land and air transfers can be combined for a round trip, as can the various land itinerary and departure options. A scheduled land/air package rate is available – see last page of this rate sheet for details.

Location details

Wolgan Valley Transfer Rates & Information 2011/2012

Australian Wild Escapes has been chosen to operate our road transfers to/from Sydney. AWE will use dedicated luxury 4WD vehicles for the Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa transfers, which will operate on a private touring basis, with scheduled and flexible departures and prices

Scheduled Luxury Private 4WD transfer via Bells Line of Road

Sydney to Wolgan Valley
Depart Arrive
0930 hours 1230 hours
Wolgan Valley to Sydney
Depart Arrive
1400 hours 1700 hours

Pick up and drop off Sydney hotel or airport (with meet & greet service)

Itinerary
This morning you will be met by your Wolgan Valley Resort and Spa Guide at your hotel or on arrival at Sydney airport. Upon entering your private luxury 4WD vehicle, you will soon depart the city and connect with the picturesque Bells Line of Road to Sydney’s North West.

Travelling through the famous Blue Mountains you will pass by quaint old villages and apple orchards.Stopping at Australia’s most elevated botanical gardens at Mount Tomah, enjoy breathtaking views while enjoying fresh coffee and some morning tea. Continuing on, pass through the townships of Bell and Lithgow before heading east and entering the Wolgan Valley. Marvel at the sheer rock escarpments and rugged geography of this unique landscape.

On arrival you will be met by Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa staff for an introduction to your Wolgan Valley experience.

Scheduled Luxury Private 4WD sightseeing transfer via Katoomba

Sydney to Wolgan Valley
Depart Arrive
0800 hours 1230 hours
Wolgan Valley to Sydney
Depart Arrive
1400 hours 1830 hours

Itinerary
This morning you will be met by your Wolgan Valley Resort and Spa Guide at your hotel or on arrival at Sydney airport. Upon entering your private luxury 4WD vehicle, you will soon depart the city heading towards the lower Blue Mountains. Travelling to the township of Katoomba, we will have some time to view the famous Three Sisters Rock formation. Your guide will speak of Aboriginal dreamtime and interpret their amazing culture.

Enjoy stunning views as your guide accesses remote sightseeing locations so that you can enjoy the best that this World Heritage listed vista has to offer. Enjoy a beautifully prepared morning tea before continuing on to Mt Victoria and the quaint township of Lithgow. Heading east we enter the Wolgan Valley. Marvel at the sheer rock escarpments and rugged geography of this unique landscape.

On arrival you will be met by Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa staff for an introduction to your Wolgan Valley experience.

Rates
Valid 01 April 2011 – 31 March 2012

All prices quoted in Australian dollars and inclusive of 10% GST.

Scheduled departures

Exclusive use vehicle, up to 4 persons + luggage (rates are per vehicle one way)
Scheduled Luxury 4WD transfer via Bells Line of Road 450.00
Scheduled Luxury 4WD sightseeing transfer via Katoomba/td> 600.00
Flexible departures
For bookings outside of the scheduled times, the following rates will apply:
Exclusive use vehicle, up to 4 persons + luggage (rates are per vehicle one way)
Luxury 4WD transfer via Bells Line of Road 650.00
Luxury 4WD sightseeing transfer via Katoomba 800.00

*Public Holiday Surcharges do apply – Boxing Day and New Years Day 50% /Christmas Day 100%

Notes:

  • One way scheduled and flexible departures and/or the two itinerary options can be combined for a round trip, subject to guest requirements. Return transfer is similar itinerary in reverse. Pick up and drop off from/to Sydney hotel or airport (with meet & greet service).
  • Guides will wait for 30 minutes before considering guest a no-show. They will try to contact agent where possible to track guests.
  • For scheduled departures ex Sydney airport or hotel, if guests are more than 30 minutes late for the transfer, flexible departure rates will apply with the difference charged to the guests account.
  • Please provide to your clients Australian Wild Escapes’ telephone number in the events of any delays, 1300 792 213.
  • Meeting point for Domestic Arrivals is at the baggage claim area of the flight. The guide will be waiting with a sign and a baggage trolley.
  • Meeting point for International Arrivals is the Arrivals Lounge. The guide will be waiting with a sign.
  • Extra charges will apply if guests are more than 30 minutes late for their transfer from Wolgan Valley to Sydney.
  • Land transfers are operated by a third party, where information listed is subject to change without notice.

Cancellation Policy:

  • Transfers cancelled up to 7 days prior – no cancellation fee applies
  • Transfers cancelled within 7 days of transfer – 50% cancellation fee applies
  • Transfers cancelled within 7 days of transfer – 50% cancellation fee applies

By Helicopter from Sydney

Aviation Tourism Australia known as Sydney Heli Tours has been chosen to operate our helicopters transfers to/from Sydney. AVTA will operate on a private charter basis. It will depart from Ross Smith Ave, Mascot Heliport.

Itinerary
Your private scenic transfer begins with a spectacular aerial view of the Sydney CBD, Harbour Bridge and Opera House before heading west along the Parramatta River towards the Blue Mountains. After crossing the Nepean River your flight climbs to rise above the chiselled sandstone escarpments and the blue hazed Blue Mountains National Park.

Your flight path takes you over the heart of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, including the world famous Three Sisters, Echo Point, the Jameson and Megalong Valleys before descending into the Wolgan Valley en route to the Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa.

Rates
Valid 01 April 2011 – 31 March 2012

All prices quoted in Australian dollars and inclusive of 10% GST.

One Way Private Charter Sydney – Wolgan Valley via Sydney CBD
Aircraft Type Passengers Payload – KG* Flight Cost - Nett
Robinson R44 2 + luggage 205 $1660
EC120 4 + luggage 330 $3400
Bell 407 4-6 + luggage 500 $4005
Agusta Grande 6 + luggage 500 $7700

*Payload available is expressed as a maximum and is a combination of both passengers and luggage. (Passenger body weights must be supplied prior to confirmation and for legal and safety reasons, all passengers are weighed prior to boarding the helicopter)
Personal luggage should be in soft bags for helicopter transfers. Excess luggage can be stored at the Aviation Tourism Australia’s facility at Mascot or delivered to the resort by road at extra charge.

Rate includes:

  • Storage of any excess luggage at the Aviation Tourism Australia’s facility at Mascot
  • Courtesy shuttle bus transfers from both Sydney CBD hotels or domestic and international terminals.
  • Complimentary parking is available for self-drive guests.

Notes:

  • Travel time is between 50-60 minutes one way
  • Helicopter can only operate during daylight hours
  • Operation is subject to weather conditions
  • Sights, flight paths and flight times may vary due to weather, air traffic control or pilot discretion
  • Helicopter transfers are not available 25th and 26th December 2011 and 1st January 2012.
  • Air transfers are operated by a third party, where information listed is subject to change without notice.
  • Luggage restrictions apply: Luggage to be packed in soft bags only. Maximum size dimensions are 65cm x 40cm x 30cm and up to 15kgs per piece.
    • Aircraft type Robinson R44 can accommodate a maximum of 2 bags
    • Aircraft type Bell 407 can accommodate a maximum of 3 bags
    • Aircraft type EC120 can accommodate a maximum of 4 bags

Cancellation Policy:

  • Flights cancelled with over 24 hours notice – no charge
  • Flights cancelled with 24 hours notice – 50% fee
  • Flights cancelled on day of tour – 100% of tour
  • If passengers elect not to travel due to weather but flight is still operational, 100% cancellation fee applies

Land/Air Package

A cost effective scheduled service combining helicopter one way and four wheel drive return (or vice versa) is available which offers guests the ultimate Greater Blue Mountains transfer experience.

Scheduled Fly/Drive transfer

Sydney to Wolgan Valley by helicopter

Depart Arrive
1230 hours 1330 hours
Wolgan Valley to Sydney by luxury 4WD
(via Bells Line of Road)
Depart Arrive
1400 hours 1700 hours

Scheduled Drive/Fly

Sydney to Wolgan Valley by luxury 4WD
(via Bells Line of Road)
Depart Arrive
0930 hours 1230 hours
Wolgan Valley to Sydney by helicopter

Depart Arrive
1400 hours 1500 hours

Rates
Valid 01 April 2010 – 31 March 2012

All prices quoted in Australian dollars and inclusive of 10% GST.

Rates are per person return, based on a minimum of two persons
Scheduled fly/drive transfer 999.00 per person
Scheduled drive/fly transfer 999.00 per person

Notes:

  • Transfer booking codes are to be provided at time of reservation
  • For fly/drive option, courtesy transfers from airport or Sydney CBD hotel to AVTA terminal at Mascot can be arranged/ and AWE will drop off at Sydney hotel or airport
  • For drive/fly option, AWE will collect at airport (with meet & greet service) or Sydney CBD hotel/ AVTA will provide courtesy transfers from Mascot terminal to airport or Sydney CBD hotel
  • Normal conditions of travel and cancellation policies for Aviation Tourism Australia and Australia Wild Escapes apply as per above.
  • The drive/fly option does not operate on a private basis
  • Further conditions apply; please contact reservations for more details
  • Land & air transfers are operated by a third party, where information listed is subject to change without notice.