Arcadia Australia

New South Wales Excursions Fall 2024 

Our events are designed to showcase the best of Australia from iconic landmarks to visiting different locations that are often hard to access without a car. You have the opportunity to a range of subsidised and free excursions in Sydney, Australia! Arcadia Australia outlines the Fall 2024 programme below - we can’t wait for you to come along and join us! 

Here’s a more details look at what awaits:

FREE EVENTS: 

CRU-LAKE MAC

Imagine a rejuvenating weekend far from the hustle and bustle of the city—a chance to pause, recharge, and unwind! Picture serene bushland, breathtaking sunsets and sunrises over tranquil waters, and a selection of unforgettable mystery activities awaiting you! Join us to discover what's in store! Before we return to reality join the fun and don’t forget to sign-up on your Arcadia portal. 

INCLUDES: Activities, meals and coach bus

TAKE3FORTHE SEA 

Join the movement of Take3ForTheSea, a badass organization that trusts in the power of simple actions to solve complex problems. Want to put an end to plastic pollution that's wreaking havoc on our planet and endangering wildlife? It's as easy as 1-2-3! All you need to do is pick up three pieces of trash when you leave the beach, bush, or anywhere else, and voila! You've made a remarkable difference. So, let's get cracking and save our beautiful planet, one piece of rubbish at a time! Let's get ready to roll with a fantastic adventure that's gonna be all about saving the planet! We'll take a refreshing walk along Wollongong Beach, doing our bit to keep the place clean and green. And guess what? After that, we'll indulge in some scrumptious ice-cream and click plenty of photos of the mesmerising views of Wollongong. It's gonna be a blast that's both good for the environment and your taste buds! Make your way down to Wollongong via Sydney trains.

INCLUDES: Snacks or coffee 

NOT INCLUDED: Trains to and from the housing location

COFFEE CATCH-UPS 

Throughout the semester, we organise coffee catch-ups to check in on how things are going and ensure we're here to support you. It's a chance to talk about your experiences in Australia and enjoy some quality time together. We understand the importance of tea or coffee to help you stay awake during the semester and can't resist offering it for free.

WELCOME/FAREWELL MEAL

Let's explore some of the cuisine that Sydney has to offer—why not try a schnitzel or two? That's right, schnitzel is considered an iconic Aussie food. You might initially think it sounds German, and you'd be right, but Australians have certainly embraced it as their own.

Join us for a welcoming dinner two weeks after your arrival in Sydney, where we can connect and share experiences. And as your time in Sydney comes to a close, we'll gather for a farewell dinner two weeks before you head home, reminiscing about the memories made during your stay.

PAID EVENTS: 

SOCIAL PADDLE

What's on the agenda? We're heading out for kayaking at Lavender Bay, where you'll be treated to breathtaking views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Get your camera ready for some stunning photos against the backdrop of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. 

COST: $50 USD

NOT INCLUDED: Transport to and from your housing location 

BLUE MOUNTAINS DAY TRIP

Blue Mountains is just 2 hours bus ride from Sydney CBD, it is widely known for its natural rock formation called the Three Sisters. This structure of three enormous rocks has a strong connection to the local Indigenous people and the legend of their formation is much more intriguing! According to Aboriginal legend the three sisters, Meehni, Wimlah, and Gunnedoo, fell madly in love with three brothers from neighboring tribes. However, the girls were forbidden to follow their desires and marry outside their tribe. The brothers fought for their loved ones to overturn the ban of the marriage, which launched a war between them. A witch doctor turned the sisters into stone to protect them from the raging war. However, tragedy struck when he himself was killed in the battle, leaving no one to reverse the spell. And so, the three sisters remain rocks forever, never to be reunited with their loved ones or return to human form.  Whether you believe in legends or not it still makes a gut wrenching sight to gaze upon these powerful rocks carved from earth and to remember the tragic tale. 

The three sisters are sure to spark your imagination and bring to life a touch of magic and myth with Aboriginal dreamtime.  Hopefully, this will give you a better idea of what the day will entail! 

1. City area departure 7.30am & drop-off about 5pm-530pm.
2. Visiting the following places
3. Lower Blue Mountains lookout
4. Glenbrook shops brekkie & loo stop (coffee & toilets)
5. Lincoln Rock
6. Wentworth Falls 90 min waterfall walk
7. Three Sisters Rock Formations at Katoomba

COST: $60 USD

INCLUDES: Transportation to Blue Mountains