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Join us for 4 nights of trail running in Australia's Blue Mountains, where ancient sandstone cliffs, deep eucalyptus valleys and cascading waterfalls stretch as far as the eye can see. Based around the mountain town of Katoomba, we'll run the legendary Six Foot Track, trace clifftop paths past iconic lookouts, and take on part of the famous Mount Solitary Ultra route, moving together at a relaxed, social pace. Expect big valley views, shared meals in a remote eco lodge, and proper trail adventure. This isn't a race - it's a shared mountain journey through Australia's spectacular landscape.

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Itinerary

Welcome to the Blue Mountains, a vast wilderness of golden sandstone escarpments, deep eucalyptus-filled valleys, and waterfalls that tumble into ancient forest just a couple of hours west of Sydney. Join us for 4 nights of trail running based around the mountain town of Katoomba, moving point-to-point through some of the most dramatic scenery Australia has to offer. We'll run five stunning routes, each one revealing a different side of the range: the historic Six Foot Track winding deep into the bush, the clifftop Prince Henry Cliff Walk past famous lookouts and landmarks, and part of the iconic Mount Solitary Ultra route, with its fast trails, river crossings, rock scrambles and challenging climbs. Along the way you'll spend a night in a remote eco lodge, share meals around a communal table, and wake to breakfast overlooking the valley. Your main luggage is stored in Katoomba, so you only carry what you need. This is not a race, it's trail running as a journey. We'll move as a group at a steady, social pace, taking time to soak in the views, pause for photos, and enjoy long dinners together at the end of each day. Expect a real mix of terrain - steady paths, steep stairs, creek crossings and big climbs - rewarded throughout with sweeping views over the valleys. Please note: this trip includes significant elevation and some big days, so a good level of trail and hiking fitness will help you get the most out of it.

Day 1

Welcome to the Blue Mountains & Shakeout Run - 6km, 200m+

Arrive into Katoomba in the afternoon, with check-in at our hotel from 15:00. Once everyone has gathered and settled in, we'll meet the team and head straight out for a gentle 6km shakeout run with around 200m of climbing - the perfect way to shake off the travel and get a first feel for the mountains. Back to the hotel to shower and change before a short walk into town for our first dinner together, a relaxed evening to meet the group and ease into the days ahead.

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Day 2

Start of the Six Foot Track - 29km, 750m+

An early start today. After breakfast we'll leave our main luggage at the hotel - for the next three days you'll carry only what you need - and transfer by minibus to the start of the Six Foot Track. From there we set off on foot, following this historic trail deep into the bush and down through the valleys, covering 29km with around 750m of climbing to reach our eco lodge for the night, roughly halfway along the track. The lodge is simple and comfortable, with wooden bunk beds, cosy cabins, and a wood fire for colder evenings. Dinner is a shared meal around the table, and an early night before a big day tomorrow.

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Day 3

Six Foot Track to Wentworth Falls - 23km, 1000m+

Today is a big day, so we're up early. We'll finish the remainder of the Six Foot Track before joining the spectacular Prince Henry Cliff Walk, which traces the escarpment past many of the area's most important landmarks and lookouts. The trail eventually drops down into the town of Leura, where a short 10-minute bus connects us to Wentworth Falls and our accommodation for the night. 23km with around 1,000m of climbing - a proper mountain day. Dinner tonight is out in town, with time to relax and recover afterwards.

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Day 4

The Mount Solitary Ultra Route - 25km, 1160m+

Today we start with a gorgeous breakfast overlooking the valley before taking on part of the iconic Mount Solitary Ultra route. Fast downhill fire trails and steady paths, challenging uphill sections, stairs, rolling trails, creek and river crossings, rock scrambling, and diverse flora throughout. It's 25km with 1,160m of climbing - you'll be tested, but rewarded with stunning views the whole way. We finish back in Katoomba at the same hotel as our first night, where your main luggage will be waiting. Dinner together in town to celebrate our big day on the trails.

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Day 5

Final Shakeout Run & Goodbyes - 12km, 500m+

Our final morning. After breakfast we'll head out for one last run together, a 12km shakeout with around 500m of climbing - a soft and scenic way to round off the trip. Back into town for a relaxed lunch as a group before we say our goodbyes. The trip officially ends at 14:00, leaving you free to explore more of the Blue Mountains or make your way onward.

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Challenge Level

Every Run Weekends adventure is a little different. The Overall Challenge Level is designed to give you clear, at-a-glance guidance on how demanding a trip is likely to feel as a whole. It’s not about speed or racing, it’s about the combined physical, mental, and logistical challenge across the entire experience.

All our trips are suitable for all abilities because we design the support to take good care of you. These rating are simply to help you make an informed decision as to the challenge you’ll experience. Taken together, these four elements provide a balanced, honest snapshot of what to expect, helping you choose the adventure that best matches your appetite for the challenge.

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Highlights

Running: Historic Tracks and Clifftop Trails

Classic Blue Mountains trail running, our routes mix the historic Six Foot Track and the clifftop Prince Henry Cliff Walk with a technical day on the Mount Solitary Ultra route - fire trails, stone staircases, river crossings and some rock scrambling. We run together as a supportive group at a relaxed pace, with bags transported between stages so you only carry what you need.

Stay: Boutique Hotels & Remote Eco Lodge

We spend our first and last nights in a comfortable boutique hotel in Katoomba, with a night in a mountain retreat near Wentworth Falls. Midway through, we head deep into the bush for a night in a remote eco lodge - simple wooden cabins with bunk beds and a wood fire in the cooler months. Your main luggage is stored in Katoomba while we're out on the trail, so you only carry a pack for the three-day point-to-point section.

Location: Australia's Blue Mountains

Set just a couple of hours west of Sydney, the Blue Mountains is a vast wilderness of golden sandstone cliffs, deep eucalyptus valleys and tumbling waterfalls. Based around the mountain town of Katoomba, we move point-to-point through some of the region's most dramatic and historic landscapes. Despite the wild feel, it's easily reached, with a straightforward train or road transfer from Sydney.

Meals: Simple, Hearty and Well Earned.

Trail days call for proper fuel. Breakfasts are taken in hotels and local cafes, with packed lunches prepared for the bigger days on the trail. Evenings are relaxed group dinners - a shared meal around the table at the eco lodge, and dinners out in the mountain towns we pass through. As always, we cater for all dietary requirements - just let us know in advance.

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Included

Accommodation

3 x Nights in Comfortable Hotels

1 x Night in Remote Eco Lodge

Running

6km, 29km, 23km, 25km, 12km

3,600m Elevation

80% trail/mountain paths

Meals

4 x Breakfast

5 x Lunch

4 x Dinner

All group meals shared together

Travel

You will leave your main luggage at the hotel in Katoomba, where we will spend the first and last night. Run Light the rest of the time, carrying only what you need for 3 days in the bush.

Activities

5 x Trail Running days

Shared Meals & Picnics

Mountain & Bush Running

Photos

The team will be taking photos throughout the weekend. You'll be sent these via a link post weekend.

Not Included

Travel

You must make your own way to and from your Run Weekend location.

Travel Insurance. You must come prepared with appropriate travel insurance.

Extras

All drinks.

Additional food.

Snacks on run route.

Accommodation upgrades

Extra meals

Kit

Run gear as mentioned. You'll carry your run pack yourself. Your main bag will stay in the hotels each day.

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Only 20% deposit to secure your booking.

Pay the rest any time up to 60 day before trip.

Getting to us

Meeting Point

Your Run Weekend will commence in Katoomba at 15:00 (exact location shared in your welcome pack). Katoomba is a charming mountain town, approximately two hours by train or road from Sydney. Please plan to arrive earlier that day to allow for travel and a relaxed start. Once your travel is booked, email your arrival details to contact@runweekends.com.

Arrival & Departure Times

Please arrive in Katoomba by 15:00 on Day 1, in time for check-in and a welcome shakeout run.

The Run Weekend will conclude at 14:00 on the final day, after a morning shakeout run and a relaxed lunch in town. We recommend booking onward travel no earlier than late afternoon to allow for a relaxed finish.

Getting to Katoomba, Australia

The most convenient airport is Sydney. From there, Katoomba is approximately two hours away by train or road. Travel to and from the meeting point is not included and is the responsibility of each guest. Full meeting details and local travel tips will be provided in your welcome pack.

Important Info: Trip Confirmation

This trip operates with a maximum number of 16 guests and will be confirmed once a minimum number of 10 guests have booked. We will inform you once this number has been reached. If you wish to book travel in advance, please ensure your travel booking is fully refundable. We do not hold liability for loss of flights if this trip doesn't run. If the trip doesn't run your deposit along with any balance paid will be fully refunded.