a short trip or outing to some place, usually for a special purpose and with the intention of a prompt return: a pleasure excursion; a scientific excursion. a trip on a train, ship, etc., at a reduced rate: weekend excursions to mountain resorts.

Is an excursion a trip?

An excursion is a trip by a group of people, usually made for leisure, education, or physical purposes. It is often an adjunct to a longer journey or visit a place, sometimes for other (typically work-related) purposes.

What is difference between trip and excursion?

Trip is a journey for some purpose, usually including the return. Excursion is a day trip made for pleasure, usually by a group of people. Journey may indicate a long distance or a short one travelled regularly (daily journey to work, for example).