Up to 12 months
East Coast Work & Travel
Work & Travel the East Coast!
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Trip Highlights
- Travel the East Coast with a ready-made group of mates
- Sightsee in Sydney & enjoy the famed Bondi to Coogee Coastal walk
- Take a surf lesson in iconic Byron Bay and SUP in Surfers Paradise
- Receive expert job support from a local team
- Live and work Down Under for up to a year
Trip Overview
Start your new life in Australia with a 10-day guided tour of the iconic destinations along the East Coast. Spot the Sydney Opera House and experience the cities famed nightlife, surf the waves of Byron Bay and explore buzzing Brisbane. Make a great group of new friends before receiving up to 12 months of expert job support! We’ll sort your Aussie Bank account, Tax file number and give you access to amazing job opportunities with a daily job board.
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- 9 nights accommodation
- 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 2 Dinners
- All on-trip transport
- Expert group leader
- Sydney City Tour
- Beach BBQ
- Surf Lesson in Byron Bay
- Yoga Class in Byron Bay
- Byron Bay Lighthouse walk
- Jet boating in Surfers Paradise
- Brisbane city tour
- Assistance with onward travel
- Access to huge job board
- ‘Work in Oz’ presentation
- CV and interview advice
- Help setting up Aussie bank account, medicare, SIM card and Tax File number
- 24 hour emergency support
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Visa
- Travel Insurance
- Airport transfers
- Pre and post nights
- Some meals
- Drinks and snacks
- Optional activities
Day 1: Sydney
Arrive in Sydney, meet your tour guide and new group and get ready for your Aussie adventure.
Day 2: Sydney City Tour
Get to know the spectacular city of Sydney! Pose in front of the Sydney Opera House and spot Harbour Bridge before heading out for a few drinks.
Day 3: Bondi Beach
Today we'll take you to another iconic destination, Bondi Beach! Take a dip in the gorgeous water and soak up the sun as we wander the Bondi to Coogee Coastal walk. Feast on a delicious BBQ tonight and then board the overnight bus to Byron Bay.
Day 4. Byron Bay
This unique surf town is bohemian beach vibes only! The perfect place to top up your tan, grab a coffee from a quirky cafe and swim in the sea. After a beach sunset, check out the local bars.
Day 5: Byron Bay
Tackle the waves in one of Australia's most famed surf spots and unwind with a yoga class - this is Aussie living!
Day 6: Cape Byron Lighthouse
Rise and shine for one of the best sunrises on the East Coast. Wander up to Cape Byron Lighthouse and look across the tranquil ocean.
Day 7: Surfers Paradise
Check into your hostel in Surfers Paradise, the ideal spot to enjoy the Gold Coast. Fall in love with the dreamy beaches and enjoy a sunset BBQ.
Day 8: Surfers Paradise
Take in Surfers Paradise's iconic coastline on a jet boat this morning. This afternoon you have a work help session where you will be given lots of essential info on how to live and work in Australia.
Day 9: Brisbane
See the best of Brisbane with an exciting orientation tour. Sunbathe in tropical paradise as we chill out at 'The Lagoon', the only city man-made beach in Australia!
Day 10: Brisbane
Your tour may be over today but the adventure is only just beginning! We'll help with your onward travel arrangements, including an optional flight back to Sydney for an added cost.
Please note activities and itineraries are subject to change.
Beyond the tour - The Job Search
After your first 10 days exploring Australia’s East Coast, you can begin focusing on securing your new job Down Under. On the tour, you will have received a thorough ‘Work in Oz’ presentation from your group leader. They will offer one-to-one advice on your CV and interview skills and make sure you feel prepared to find the perfect job. The local team will also have made sure that your Australian bank account is open before you arrive, your Australian SIM card is sorted and you have your Tax File Number.
Throughout your time in Australia, our job offices have friendly staff who are dedicated to supporting you. If you have specific training or qualifications that need completing for jobs, they can explain what is needed and book you onto any courses. You will also have unlimited access to a jobs board, where amazing opportunities are posted daily.
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Accommodation
This tour includes 9 nights of accommodation. You will stay in excellent, centrally located hostels with mixed shared rooms. Below is an example of accommodation you may stay in during your trip. Please note all accommodation is subject to change.
Sydney - Little Drifter Hostel
Overnight Bus - Aircon and Toilet onboard.
Byron Bay - Wake Up Hostel.
Surfers Paradise - Bunk Hostel
Brisbane - Bunk Hostel
Meals
This tour includes 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners. You will need to buy the remainder of the meals yourself, which is a great opportunity to explore the destinations we visit and try delicious local food.
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Arrival Information:
You can arrive into Sydney at any time on Day 1 as there are no planned activities for this day. An airport transfer is not included and you will need to make your own way to the starting accommodation.
The tour ends in Brisbane on day 10. It is up to you whether you continue your travels, look for work in the Brisbane area or travel back to Sydney to look for work. There is no need to decide in advance, as your local guide will be able to assist you in booking travel or accommodation when in country.
Age & Eligibility:
Generally, our travellers are 18-35 years old. We do have an upper age limit of 45 for this trip.
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