USU Day Trips Semester Break

Not sure where to go or what to do during the semester break without breaking the bank? Join us for a series of exciting outings! Discover Sydney's vibrant cultural scene and iconic landmarks with our day trips. They're perfect for making new friends and exploring unforgettable sites.

The semester break trips are below:

27 Jun	9:10 am - 1:30 pm	Whale Watching
4 July	2:00 pm - 3:30pm	Chinese garden tour
10 July	5:00 pm - 8:00pm	NAIDOC in the city
11 July	11:00 am - 1:00 pm	Coffee factory tour in The Ground
18 July	10:00 am	Bastille festival

Check out our exciting line-up for semester break:

All tours have a $20 refundable fee - if you attend the tour you will be refunded the $20

27 Jun | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM | Whale Watching

Spot the Giants of the Ocean! Witness the awe-inspiring sight of whales migrating along the Sydney coast. Hop aboard a guided cruise for an unforgettable experience with these magnificent marine creatures.
📍 Meet Up at Circular Quay wharf 6 at 9:10 AM.

4 July | 2:00 pm - 3:30pm | Chinese garden of Friendship tour

Escape the city and step into the serene Chinese Garden of Friendship. Discover tranquil ponds, traditional pavilions, and hidden pathways as you learn about Chinese culture and landscape design.

📍Meet us at Chinese Garden of Friendship 2:00 pm

10 July | 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM | NAIDOC in the city

Join us in celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and enterprise through music, dance, crafts, art, and a vibrant showcase of First Nations businesses. We’ll begin by exploring the market stalls, then head inside Sydney Town Hall to enjoy the concert

📍Meet us Infront of The Lower Town Hall at 5:30 pm

11 July | 11:15 AM - 1:00 PM | Coffee factory tour in The Ground

Get your caffeine fix with a behind-the-scenes tour of The Grounds’ coffee roastery. Discover the journey from bean to brew, then enjoy free time to explore the cafés, and arounds.

📍Meet us Infront of The Ground Coffee Factory at 11:00 am

18 Jun | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Bastille festival

Grab your Food Passport and take a self-guided foodie journey through eight iconic French regions – from Provence to Champagne. Each stall features a signature dish to stamp your passport. It’s a delicious way to experience France without leaving Sydney!
📍Meet us in front of the Info booth at Bastille festival at 10:00am

Frequently asked questions:

What is USU Day Trips?

USU Day Trips is an event series for USYD international and domestic students to make new friends and explore all the best parts of Sydney. In semester 1, we're running weekly Day Trips to various highlights, from an Aboriginal Cultural Tour to a movie night at Hoyts, and so much more!

Who can join Day Trips?

Day Trips are open to all USU Members. If you aren’t a member yet, make sure you sign up today so you can come along and enjoy all the fun. The best part is, it's free for all USYD students! Sign up for USU membership here.

What if I don’t receive my confirmation email?

Please email us if you don't receive confirmation of your registration.

What happens if it's bad weather?

Most of the USU's Day Trips will go on regardless of the weather, so make sure you pack appropriately! Make sure you have water and a hat if it's sunny, and an umbrella if it's raining. If the weather is too severe for the Day Trip to go on as scheduled, you will be notified via email and offered a refund or a change of date option.

Tickets are sold out. What do I do now?

Please click join the waitlist on Humanitix. Note that the waitlist is limited as well. But don't worry if you miss out on this Day Trip, the next one is just around the corner!

Can I join on the day if someone doesn’t show up?

Since our day trip events are typically very popular and have a high attendance rate, it's unlikely that spots will open up on the day of the event. However, if you're still interested in joining, you can sign up on the waiting list. An hour before the event starts, you'll find a QR code printed on the outside wall of our Student Programs office. Please scan it and fill out the form. You will be contacted by USU once a spot becomes available. Additionally, if the location requires meeting off campus, we will update the QR code in the event information on Humanitix. Please check the event information on the day of the event start.

Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Assumption of Risk:

By participating in this event, I agree to the terms and conditions:

1. Participants are responsible for their own behaviour and any resulting consequences. The University of Sydney Union shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or theft of personal belongings or any injury to the individual or others resulting from the event. Furthermore you agree to abide by the terms and conditions of this event.

2. By registering or participating in this event, you hereby confirm that you are over 18 years of age, or in possession of consent by a legal parent or guardian and have the authority to enter into the terms herein.

3. All attendees must adhere to all COVID-19 safety requirements, including but not limited, to wearing a mask on ALL public transport.

4. I consent to being contacted by the USU via email about upcoming events and activities. I can opt out of these communications at any time.

5. I consent to being photographed by USU during the event for future promotion content on USU socials and communication channels.

6.Participants who have attended this event in the previous year are not eligible to participate in the same event this year. USU reserves the right to cancel your ticket if this condition is not met.

7.Participants must be a current an valid Usyd Student or a USU member with your own membership . USU reserves the right to cancel your ticket if this requirement is not fulfilled.

👋 Join our V-Team!
The VTeam is our group of enthusiastic and friendly student volunteers who help make all our amazing events and activities on campus possible!
You can read more and register here!

USU Day Trips Semester Break 2025

Choose your tickets

4 July | Chinese garden tour *refundable deposit ticket

10 July | NAIDOC in the City ( Thursday) ticket

11 July | Coffee factory tour in The Ground *refundable deposit ticket

18 Jul | Bastille festival *refundable deposit ticket