Mountains Tales
creative, entertaining historical tours of the Blue Mountains.
Mountains tales provides historical tours of the blue mountains
through coach commentary tours and village walking tours.
our unique insight into the history of the people and places of the
blue mountains is delivered through the art of storytelling.
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Social Group Day Trips
Is your social group looking for the ultimate tour of the Blue Mountains with a touch of laughter along the way?
Educational Tours
Our educational tours are designed for Stage 2 and 3 students, with a specific emphasis on the Australian History strand in the Key Learning Area (KLA).
Conferences and Events Group Tours
In search of an enthusiastic local host for your conference or event in the Blue Mountains? Look no further!
Join a village walking tour
The Leura Story Walking Tour
Explore why Leura remains a Federation Village. Journey with us to hear the stories of Leura's People, Places and Events
The Katoomba Story Walking Tour
Journey with us through the first 50 years of Katoomba's history, from small coal mining village to 'Honeymoon Capital' of Australia
Mt Victoria Story Walking Tour
Embark on a journey through the colonial history of Mt Victoria, that led to the establishment of the Victorian and Edwardian Mountain Holiday Resort Village.
About Mountains Tales
My name is Sue Collins, and I’m the proud owner and operator of Mountains Tales, a local Blue Mountains business. I have a deep love for the Blue Mountains, and I’m excited to share its stories with both locals and visitors.
I have a passion for Australian history stories, and this enthusiasm has motivated me to establish a range of village walking tours. Come join me, and together we can delve into the captivating narratives of the Leura Story, Katoomba Story, and the Mt Victoria Story.
Mountains Tales has expanded its offerings to include Coach Commentary Tours catering to diverse coach groups visiting the Blue Mountains. Whether it’s for Conferences and Events, Social Groups, or Educational Tours, we’ve got you covered.
With experience in the corporate realm in Sydney, specifically in Sales and HR, I comprehend the elements essential for a thriving corporate getaway – time to chill, form connections, learn and have fun and laughter along the way.
The Social Group Day Trips I organize are consistently filled with laughter. Regardless of how frequently you’ve explored the Blue Mountains, there’s always an abundance of stories waiting to be discovered and enjoyed, ensuring a day trip that’s truly unforgettable.
Revisiting my childhood experiences and discovering the colonial stories of Sydney, our Educational Tours delve into our not-so-distant colonial past. Focused on stage 2 and 3 students, within the framework of the Australian History Key Learning Area (KLA), our program involves storytelling and role play, transforming the breathtaking landscapes of the Blue Mountains into an immersive classroom.
Within my tours, I not only recount the captivating tales of the Blue Mountains but also offer a glimpse into my own story. My deep love for community and personal commitment extends to serving as an SES volunteer, responding to the community’s needs in times of crisis. Additionally, I hold the role of coordinator for ANZAC Day services in Leura and actively participate in both Leura and Blue Mountains heritage committees.
With my background as a certified adult educator, I am confident that participants in my tours will acquire enhanced knowledge and comprehension of the Blue Mountains. Come join me on this journey, and I am certain you’ll develop a profound appreciation for the beauty and history of the Blue Mountains as well.
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Tina Mulholland2023-09-08What a great afternoon we had on the Mountains Tales Katoomba Story Tour! Sue is an brilliant presenter, passionate about the history she generously unfurls along the way and a captivating storyteller. I love Katoomba and thought I knew it's story but now I understand so much more - some intriguing details and why, for example, we have so many Art Deco buildings still standing. It's had me thinking about it ever since. I highly recommend the tour for locals and visitors, it was thoroughly entertaining and illuminating. Thanks, Sue! See you soon on the Leura Tour!recommends
Laura Overton2023-09-03Wow - where did the last 2 hours go?! Katoomba came alive through Sue’s stories and pictures - we strongly recommend Mountain Tales for anyone looking to dig deeper into how this special area continues to be a breath of fresh air!recommends
Julie Medija2023-08-21We had our day tour early today. Sue is a great story teller. I love that my imagination is running because of how she tells her stories. We, being a Filipino, appreciate that we clearly understand her words. We enjoyed our day tour. Thanks a lot Sue.recommends
Jodie Louise Dalglish2023-03-28We all had so much fun and learnt so much about Leura History that I had never heard before even though I have lived here for decades. Sue has an incredible amount of knowledge and delivers it in a fun and humorous way. I unreservedly recommend this tour to everyone!recommends
Mary Mendelsohn2023-03-27This is my first visit to Australia. Katoomba was recommended by a friend and was a fun journey from Sydney. I spent the day walking about on my own, enjoying the town and Echo Point but I am so glad I booked a tour with Mountain Tales. Sue made the town come alive with her stories, rich with history and great insights. I enjoyed her explanations of how Katoomba came to be, its boom and all the services that local entrepreneurs created for the tourists and why things changed. Her stories, pictures and love of the area only made me more excited to explore the region. Thank you Sue for an awesome afternoon!recommends
Paul Rilstone2023-03-07What a fantastic experience! Having recently moved to the Blue Mountains, I regularly walk the streets of Leura but had never considered the history, challenges or why this country town is different from others. The tour was relaxed, engaging, and packed with information. Sue is an amazing historian, humorous and entertaining. I would highly recommend the opportunity to have a glimpse into the past.recommends
Kerrie Kimes2023-01-10New to living in the mountains and wanting to know more about where we live we decided to do the Leura walk with Sue. It was excellent, so much knowledge and historical pictures to back up the story telling. We loved it and are now planning to do the Katoomba walk soon with friends. Highly recommend Mountains Tale. Thank you once again Sue.recommends
Christine Conolly2022-12-30Absolutely fantastic. Sue has a passion for local history and will take you on a magical journey back in time. On a lovely tour throughout town you will see theatres, pubs, and street corners come to life as if you were actually there in 1910. Katoomba is steeped in history and you simply cannot visit here without taking the Mountain Tales walking tour…!!!!!recommends
Paul Watkins2022-09-07It was fantastic, and I highly recommend the tour. The walking is easy and well paced. If you are visiting the area and love Australian history (or history in general) there is no better way than to join Sue and discover the fascinating story behind the making of an iconic Blue Mountains town. The best part for me was discovering Leura's hidden gems. Sue is an excellent guide....at the end of the walk, I wanted more and so will also do her Katoomba tour. If you have friends visiting from overseas, this would make an awesome holiday gift... now that I think about it, it would also make a great gift for anyone living in Sydney, or visiting from interstate.
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Decker Dos2024-06-25We had a fabulous historic tour of Leura with Sue. She is so knowledgeable and gives great interesting commentary about the people who helped in the development of the town. Would definitely recommend this tour and Sue to anyone travelling in the Blue Mountains
Felicity Jenkins2024-06-18Leura is dear to me as the site of family holidays since the early 1980s. Sue told me stories I didn't know, pointed out things I'd never seen and explained why Leura is the way it is. I really enjoyed it.
Marie Mooney2024-06-12Loved our second tour with Sue, first Leura, then Katoomba. Love your storytelling, humour and passion for our local area.
S2024-05-13Thoroughly enjoyed Sue's walking tour of Mt Victoria! Thank you Sue for not only your knowledge and love of the area but also the passion with which you delivered the tour! On a very rainy morning, just off the train from Sydney, just what we needed to wake us up ... so off we went ... You told the 'story' of Mt Victoria in such a real, intelligent and engaging way. Stories are always well remembered and so will this one be for me. Thank you Sue🌹
Scott Elgar2024-03-30We’ve been coming to Leura for years and it was great to see a historical walking tour now available. Sue is a great storyteller and knowledgeable historian who brought the story of Laura to life. We loved the tour and will be back another time to enjoy the Katoomba tour as well.
Melanie Conway2024-01-21What a brilliant morning we had, touring Leura with Sue! We had booked on a whim after admiring and wondering about some of Leura’s historic sights and were so glad we did. Sue was knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and a gifted storyteller. She ensured that we had a positive and safe experience, keeping us out of the elements on a hot day. We have taken away so much fascinating knowledge of Leura and its history and are keen to join Sue on some of her other tours in the future. If you are interested in local history or learning more about this beautiful town, join a Mountain Tales tour - you won’t regret it!
Topi Gums2024-01-09After coming to Leura over many years, Mountain Tales enabled us to see Leura in a different light. Leura’s history is interesting and fascinating. We really enjoyed the tour by Sue and highly recommend any visitors to Leura to attend the tour.
Anthony Kryger2023-12-08What a great experience it was to be taken on a Leura Walking Tour. Sue was very knowledgeable and passionate about Leura and though there were only two of us on this tour she kept us engaged the whole time. It was a hot day and Sue was very considerate in offering us another time, if we wanted, when it was cooler.
Anthony Sammut2023-11-05We thoroughly enjoyed our Leura Story Walking Tour. Sue's a great story teller - she's informative, knowledgeable, interesting & easy to listen to. Walking in the rain & drizzle made our experience even more memorable. We'd definitely recommend Mountains Tales & we'll be adding the Mt Victoria plus the Katoomba tours to our 'must do' list. A truly great tour - loved it. 5 🌟 🙂
Paul Worboys2023-09-11Sue from Mountains Tales did an amazing job in bringing to life the wonderful and historic Mount Victoria through the walking tour that we did last Saturday - it was just brilliant. She really brings the history of this lovely village alive. Such a great thing to do - and it finishes just in time for a lovely lunch at one of the cafes in the village ;) - I'd highly recommend it!
