What is the Casey Day Tripper?
Casey Day Tripper is a friendly, small-group day outing program for older City of Casey residents. Travel in comfort in our 10-seater minibus and enjoy local attractions, scenic spots, cafés, and places of interest.
Each outing includes a planned destination or optional activity. The primary aim is to provide transport, allowing you to enjoy the day at your own pace, including time spent independently. Participants must be ready for any onward travel and return on time.
Here's some feedback from participants:
- “Loved every bit of our wonderful day outing – thank you so much!”
- “New people, safe driver and hostess. Great venues.”
- “It was great getting out of the house and socialising – the host was so helpful and chatty.”
- “I met new people and got out of the house, which was really good for me!”
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Who can join
You can participate if you:
- Live in the City of Casey
- Are aged 65 or over, or 50+ if you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
- Can walk short distances (independently or with a mobility aid)
How to book
Bookings can only be made for trips that are currently open for registration. Advance bookings are not available.
Returning participants
No need to re-register. Call (03) 9705 5444, select option 3, and advise:
- Your preferred outing date
- Your preferred pick-up location
New participants
Please complete the registration form.
How it works
- Six trips each month (Tuesdays and Wednesdays) to the same destination
- Departures from Community Centres across Casey
- Choose your preferred date and pick-up point (Departure dates and pick-up locations will be listed within each trip below).
Times
- Departure: 9:00 am sharp
- Return: around 2:00 pm
Costs
All costs are confirmed at registration.
Transport fees
- $10 for local Casey trips
- $15 for trips outside Casey
Additional costs
- Entry fees (if applicable, payable on the day)
- Meals and refreshments are at your own expense (bring your own or purchase locally)
Booking confirmations & payment
Registering for a trip does not guarantee you a place.
We will confirm your booking by email or phone once registrations close.
If a trip is full, you will be placed on a waitlist and contacted if a place becomes available.
Payment dates are listed within each trip.
Important information
- Only 10 seats per trip (first-come, first-served)
- Cancellations must be made at least 3 days prior to avoid charges
- Bookings are confirmed one week before travel by email or phone
- Please select the pick-up point closest to you when registering
Trip schedule for 2026
The six planned trips for 2026 are:
- Alowyn Gardens
- Healesville Sanctuary
- Queensliff, Searoad Ferry Day Trip
- Parliament House Tour
- Redwood Forest and Warburton Township (info coming soon)
- Wonthaggi Coal Mine (info coming soon)
Alowyn Gardens
Discover the breathtaking Alowyn Gardens, a seven-acre retreat featuring nine garden styles, peaceful pathways, and stunning seasonal views. Enjoy a visit to the Wisteria Café, browse the onsite nursery, and finish the day with lunch at the Yarra Valley Grand Hotel.
- View information for Alowyn Gardens
Trip suitability: Light–moderate walking (flat garden paths)
Costs
- Transport: $15
- Garden entry: $14 (payable on arrival)
- Lunch: Yarra Valley Grand Hotel (Seniors menu $22, no BYO)
Registration and booking dates
This is the period in which you can register your interest in going on a trip.
- Opens: Monday 15 December 2025
- Closes: Monday 5 January 2026 (4:00pm)
Confirmation dates
Once registered, you will be notified if you have a place on these dates.
- 8 Jan (for the 20 & 21 Jan trips)
- 22 Jan (for the 3 & 4 Feb trips)
Payment due dates
Once your place as been confirmed, you will be required to make payment for the payment due dates.
- 13 Jan (for the 20 & 21 Jan trips)
- 27 Jan (for the 3 & 4 Feb trips)
Trip dates Bus departute and return location Trip suitable for residents living in these suburbs Tuesday, 20 January Hallam Recreation Hall
118/126 Frawley Road, Hallam
Hallam, Doveton, Endeavour Hills, Lysterfield South, Eumemmerring Wednesday, 21 January Rossmoyne Family & Community Centre
19 Beldale Court, Berwick
Berwick, Narre Warren, Beaconsfield, Narre Warren North Wednesday, 21 January Lynbrook Community Centre
2 Harris Street, Lynbrook
Narre Warren South, Hampton Park, Lynbrook, Lyndhurts, Cranbourne North Tuesday, 3 February Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House and Community Centre
21A Bemersyde Drive Berwick
Berwick, Narre Warren South Wednesday, 4 Febuary Cranbourne West Community Hub
4 Flicka Blvd, Cranbourne West
Cranbourne, Cranbourne West, Botanic Ridge, Cranbourne South, Pearcedale Wednesday, 4 February Eliston Family and Community Centere
20 Eliston Ave, Clyde
Cranbourne, Cranbourne East, Clye North, Clyde, Junction Village, Devon Meadows, Tooradin, Warneet, Blind Bight, Cannons Creek
Healesville Sanctuary
Experience one of Australia’s most loved wildlife destinations at Healesville Sanctuary in the heart of the Yarra Valley. Stroll through peaceful bushland paths and see iconic native animals including koalas, kangaroos, wombats and the platypus.
Enjoy keeper talks, conservation displays, shaded seating and relaxed outdoor spaces. Finish your visit with a café stop or morning tea onsite before heading home refreshed.
- View information for Healesville Sanctuary
Trip suitability: Moderate walking required
Costs
- Transport: $15
- Sanctuary entry (payable on arrival and valid concession cards required)
- Seniors: $49
- Concession: $41
- Adult: $54.50
- Lunch: available at onsite cafés or BYO
Registration and booking dates
This is the period in which you can register your interest in going on a trip.
- Opens: Tuesday, 6 January 2026
- Closes: Monday, 2 February 2026 (4:00pm)
Confirmation dates
Once registered, you will be notified if you have a place on these dates.
- 5 Feb (for 17 & 18 Feb trips)
- 19 Feb (for 3 & 4 March trips)
Payment due dates
Once your place as been confirmed, you will be required to make payment for the payment due dates.
- TBC
Trip dates Bus departute and return location Trip suitable for residents living in these suburbs Tuesday, 17 February Hallam Recreation Hall
118/126 Frawley Road, Hallam
Hallam, Doveton, Endeavour Hills, Lysterfield South, Eumemmerring Wednesday, 18 February Rossmoyne Family & Community Centre
19 Beldale Court, Berwick
Berwick, Narre Warren, Beaconsfield, Narre Warren North Wednesday, 18 February Lynbrook Community Centre
2 Harris Street, Lynbrook
Narre Warren South, Hampton Park, Lynbrook, Lyndhurts, Cranbourne North Tuesday, 3 March Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House and Community Centre
21A Bemersyde Drive Berwick
Berwick, Narre Warren South Wednesday, 4 March Cranbourne West Community Hub
4 Flicka Blvd, Cranbourne West
Cranbourne, Cranbourne West, Botanic Ridge, Cranbourne South, Pearcedale Wednesday, 4 March Eliston Family and Community Centere
20 Eliston Ave, Clyde
Cranbourne, Cranbourne East, Clye North, Clyde, Junction Village, Devon Meadows, Tooradin, Warneet, Blind Bight, Cannons Creek
Sorrento - Queensliff, Searoad Ferry Day Trip
Enjoy a scenic coastal journey aboard the Searoad Ferry, taking in stunning views of Port Phillip Bay — with lighthouses, open water and the chance to spot dolphins along the way.
This gentle return cruise stays on board the whole time, making it a comfortable, low-effort outing. Relax in spacious indoor lounges or on outdoor decks and enjoy the fresh sea air and photo opportunities.
- View information for Sorrento - Queensliff
Trip suitability: Light walking required
Costs
- Transport: $15
- Ferry ticket: $40 (payable at Sorrento dock)
- Lunch: BYO or purchase from onboard café
Registration and booking dates
This is the period in which you can register your interest in going on a trip.
- Opens: Tuesday, 3 February 2026
- Closes: Monday 2 March 2026 (4:00pm)
Confirmation dates
Once registered, you will be notified if you have a place on these dates.
- 5 March (for trips on 17 & 18 March)
- 19 March (for trips on 31 March & 1 April)
Payment due dates
Once your place as been confirmed, you will be required to make payment for the payment due dates.
- 10 March (for trips on 17 & 18 March)
- 24 March (for trips on 31 March & 1 April)
Trip dates Bus departute and return location Trip suitable for residents living in these suburbs Tuesday, 17 March Hallam Recreation Hall
118/126 Frawley Road, Hallam
Hallam, Doveton, Endeavour Hills, Lysterfield South, Eumemmerring Wednesday, 18 March Rossmoyne Family & Community Centre
19 Beldale Court, Berwick
Berwick, Narre Warren, Beaconsfield, Narre Warren North Wednesday, 18 March Lynbrook Community Centre
2 Harris Street, Lynbrook
Narre Warren South, Hampton Park, Lynbrook, Lyndhurts, Cranbourne North Tuesday, 31 March Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House and Community Centre
21A Bemersyde Drive Berwick
Berwick, Narre Warren South Wednesday, 1 April Cranbourne West Community Hub
4 Flicka Blvd, Cranbourne West
Cranbourne, Cranbourne West, Botanic Ridge, Cranbourne South, Pearcedale Wednesday, 1 April Eliston Family and Community Centere
20 Eliston Ave, Clyde
Cranbourne, Cranbourne East, Clye North, Clyde, Junction Village, Devon Meadows, Tooradin, Warneet, Blind Bight, Cannons Creek
Parliament House Tour
Enjoy a guided small-group tour of Parliament House, exploring grand chambers, heritage interiors and impressive architecture while learning about Victoria’s political history from knowledgeable guides.
After the tour (weather permitting), take a gentle stroll through nearby Parliament Gardens — a peaceful green space with shaded paths, manicured lawns and the historic Coles Fountain.
- View information for Parliament House Tour
Trip suitability: Light walking (indoors and garden paths)
Costs
- Transport: $15
- Admission: free
- Lunch: purchase at Strangers Corridor Restaurant or BYO
Registration and booking dates
This is the period in which you can register your interest in going on a trip.
- Opens: Tuesday 3 March 2026
- Closes: Monday 30 March 2026 (4:00 pm)
Confirmation dates
Once registered, you will be notified if you have a place on these dates.
- 2 April (for trips on 14 & 15 April)
- 16 April (for trips on 28 & 29 April)
Payment due dates
Once your place as been confirmed, you will be required to make payment for the payment due dates.
- 7 April (for trips on 14 & 15 April)
- 21 April (for trips on 28 & 29 April)
Trip dates Bus departute and return location Trip suitable for residents living in these suburbs Tuesday, 14 April Hallam Recreation Hall
118/126 Frawley Road, Hallam
Hallam, Doveton, Endeavour Hills, Lysterfield South, Eumemmerring Wednesday, 15 April Rossmoyne Family & Community Centre
19 Beldale Court, Berwick
Berwick, Narre Warren, Beaconsfield, Narre Warren North Wednesday, 15 April Lynbrook Community Centre
2 Harris Street, Lynbrook
Narre Warren South, Hampton Park, Lynbrook, Lyndhurts, Cranbourne North Tuesday, 28 April Brentwood Park Neighbourhood House and Community Centre
21A Bemersyde Drive Berwick
Berwick, Narre Warren South Wednesday, 29 April Cranbourne West Community Hub
4 Flicka Blvd, Cranbourne West
Cranbourne, Cranbourne West, Botanic Ridge, Cranbourne South, Pearcedale Wednesday, 29 April Eliston Family and Community Centere
20 Eliston Ave, Clyde
Cranbourne, Cranbourne East, Clye North, Clyde, Junction Village, Devon Meadows, Tooradin, Warneet, Blind Bight, Cannons Creek
Need help, questions?
Contact our Accessible Transport Team (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm).
- Phone: 9705 5444 (Option 3).
- Email: busservices@casey.vic.gov.au.