Sydney tours & holidays

Absolutely. All passengers travelling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. It's important to understand that each country you visit may have its own specific entry requirements, and some destinations mandate travel health insurance for all foreign travellers, regardless of their nationality.

We require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation, but minimum coverage may differ from trip to trip, so make sure you check the Travel Insurance section in your Essential Trip Information. You will not be permitted to join the group until your leader has sighted your insurance policy number and the insurance company's 24-hour emergency contact number, and these details will be recorded on the first day of your trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is an essential part of every journey.

For travellers who reside within the European Union, Switzerland or the USA, the requirement to purchase travel insurance cannot be compulsory. However, the purchase of travel insurance is still highly recommended, and travellers from these regions who decline travel insurance when travelling outside their home region must sign a Travel Insurance Waiver Form, recognising personal responsibility for emergency medical and repatriation costs should they arise.

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The best time to visit Sydney is during the shoulder season months of September to November and March to May, when the weather is still warm but the crowds aren’t as big. These are Sydney’s spring and autumn months, which fall on either side of summer (December to February), the peak season.

However, thanks to its mild weather, Sydney is great to visit any time of year. If you’d like to explore the big sites without the large crowds, the slightly cooler months in the middle of the year could be your best option. If you’d like to make the most of the warmest waters and best beach weather, spring to summer is the best choice.

Sydney’s weather follows the humid subtropical climate, which means it gets nice warm summers and not too cold winters.

The warmest month is January, with maximum temperatures around 28°C and the coolest month is July, with low temperatures around 8°C.

When visiting Sydney, it’s a good idea to pack casual clothes suitable for long days exploring the city. You’ll also want a comfy pair of shoes for any walking tours.

Winter and autumn get the most rain, so you should pack a rain jacket and some warmer clothing during these times. You shouldn’t need a lot of layers as winters are typically mild in Sydney.

We take the health and safety of our travellers seriously and take every measure to ensure that trips are safe, fun and inclusive for everyone. When you travel with us, you have access to our global support network and local on‑ground leadership, and you can rest easy knowing we have a zero-tolerance policy on discrimination.

We recommend that all travellers check with their government or national travel advisory organisation for the latest information before departure. The World Health Organisation also provides useful health information.

Travelling from Australia?

Go to: Smart Traveller

From Canada?

Go to: Canada Travel Information

From the UK?

Go to: UK Foreign Travel Advice

From New Zealand?

Go to: Safe Travel

From the US?

Go to: US Department of State

Learn more about safe travels with Intrepid

We believe travel should be accessible to everyone. Although some destinations and itineraries may be more accessible than others, we'll do our best to accommodate your needs, make reasonable adjustments where possible or guide you toward the most suitable trips. Get in touch with our friendly adventure consultants to chat about your options.

Our Tailor-Made team can also help you plan a customised trip just for you.