This Melbourne Gap Year adventure will have you exploring the city’s hidden laneways and local rooftops in Australia’s Multicultural Hub! We visit the Mornington Peninsula Hotsprings and visit the world renowned Great Ocean Road! If you are on a Working Holiday, we will also get you set up with all of your Working Holiday or Gap Year Essentials to set you up for your time downunder! Your first week is jam packed with information, activities and inclusions and will introduce you to new friends from all over the world.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Welcome to Australia and welcome to your Melbourne Gap Year adventure. The Ultimate Melbourne Adventure starts in Melbourne CBD on Thursdays at 10am. Your group leader will meet you in reception at the hostel for the city tour and then your Welcome Dinner in the evening. You can get in touch if you would like to arrive earlier and book some extra nights.
This morning we spend time with the local work and travel team who will make sure you’ve got everything sorted for living and working in Australia, and we’ll get you registered into jobs program to connect you to our wide network of employers. This afternoon we explore more of the famous beachside hotspot – St Kilda. We will hang out at the popular St Kilda Beach and visit the promenade.
Brunch like the locals do in the cuty designed for foodies, then head into the city to see the views from the tallest bulding in Australia – Eureka Skydeck. The afternoon is free to continue exploring before the group gets back together this evening to explore Melbourne’s Nightlife! We will visit iconic venues and Australia’s best social scene!
After a fun night out exploring Melbourne’s famous nightlife, have a sleep in and we will get together for lunch in the famous Botanical Gardens. This afternoon we have a free day to explore the Melbourne local social scene.
Exhilarate your senses with a full-day visit to the award-winning coastal oasis known as the Peninsula Hot Springs, only 90 mins from Melbourne. An idyllic escape for some much needed relaxation and thermal bathing with over 50 globally-inspired bathing experiences within the one Bath House. Once you’re completely restored, we’ll head to discover some of the Mornington Peninsula’s other iconic locations. We’ll ascend to the area’s highest point at Arthurs Seat for amazing views out over Port Phillip Bay at Murrays Lookout. Next up, we’ll head to Mt Martha Beach to admire this stunning sandy beach and its vibrant bathing boxes. Be sure to have your camera ready for these two Insta worthy spots! Following a day of exploring, come together with your group for the legendary Red Eye Bar’s infamous Bingo night!
Today we explore the Great Otway National Park and the artistic beachside villages of Apollo Bay and Lorne. We will stop for lunch where we can watch Aussie surfers in action at famed beaches such as Bells Beach and Torquay. And of course there will be photo opportunities at the famous Twelve Apostles.
This morning your first week down under comes to an end. The itinerary is over but your adventure continues. You will have access to our team, mail holding, job guidance and more for your entire time down under. At our group farewell, we celebrate new friendships and your upcoming time in Australia.
Our Ultimate Melbourne Adventure spends 6 nights in the beachside suburb of St Kilda.
To make your booking, select your chosen departure date and any optional extras you would like to book. If you are unsure about optional extras or if you need additional accommodation before or after your tour, you can let us know later via email.
We'll send you a booking confirmation as well as important information about your tour. You can make payments on your tour balance sooner, or regularly, via our website here. A non refundable 5.25% booking processing fee applies to each booking, calculated on the value of your booking.
Travelling solo? Great! Most of the people you meet on tour will also be on a solo adventure! If you are curious as to who you could be travelling with, or want to make some friends before arriving, join our Travel Community and reach out to your potential new travel mates!
Booking with ULTIMATE is easy! We take payments securely via Mastercard or Visa Credit and Debit Card and we will charge you in Australian Currency (AUD). Your deposit is flexible and if you can no longer travel, you can save your deposit for a later trip or destination if you notify us 30 days before your scheduled tour date.
Making your booking is easy. Choose a date below, and if you have any questions about extras, deposits, or meeting other travellers, just get in touch — we're happy to help.
What is Ultimate Melbourne?
The Ultimate Melbourne Gap Year adventure is designed for those planning a working holiday / gap year in Australia. The majority of our travellers are aged between 18 and 30.
There are various visa options available depending on your reason for travelling to Australia. Download our trip notes or visit our visa information page for information on which visa to apply for.
If you are planning a Working Holiday, you must apply for a 417 or 462 Visa. You can still book the Melbourne Adventure on a Tourist Visa, but you will not be eligible for the Gap Year support elements of the package.
Keen to travel Australia on a tourist visa for a shorter period of time? Check out our 8-day Ultimate Sydney tour, visiting Sydney, Bondi Beach and the Blue Mountains. This tour is ideal for those on a tourist visa and doesn’t include any gap year elements.
What do I need to organise before coming to Australia?
Travelling to Australia with UltimateOz is easy as! Here’s what you need to do:
Arrange a Working Holiday Visa
Book your Ultimate Melbourne Package plus any other Ultimate trips & tours
Book your flights to Australia
Arrange a travel insurance policy by clicking here
Pack your bag, grab your passport & camera and jump on that plane!
Im travelling alone. How will I meet people?
UltimateOz is designed to help you make friends as soon as you arrive in Australia! Most people travelling with UltimateOz arrive alone and stay in touch with friends from the group for the rest of their time here. You’ll spend your first week having loads of fun and getting to know each other. After the UltimateOz week has come to an end, our crew can advise you on finding work, accommodation in Sydney or plan your travel adventure around Australia with your new mates. Chat to others travelling Australia via our Facebook group.
How do I find work in Australia?
UltimateOz includes a 12-Month membership to our online job database – Travellers At Work!
During your first week in Sydney we’ll give you valuable information about finding work in Australia. We’ll share our tips on where to find work, how to apply and what you can expect to earn!
We’ll provide you with access to the Travellers At Work job database, so you can begin applying for jobs at your earliest convenience. If at any time you need some guidance just swing by and have a one-on-one session with one of our in-house work and travel experts who can help you out in your job search! We’ll review your CV and help you adapt your application to suit Aussie employers.
Can you help me book flights and insurance?
We are unable to book flights, but we always recommend using online search engines to research the best available flight routes, prices and times. To ease your experience, we suggest booking via a Travel Agent or directly with your preferred airline.
Travel insurance is required to participate in this tour. We recommend that you find and compare various policies to ensure you have an appropriate level of coverage for you adventure. Not sure where to start? You can find some trusted Travel Insurers here.
Can I travel with Dietary requirements?
In most cases, we can cater to Vegetarian and Gluten Free diets. We will make every effort to cater to all other diets and needs, but we are unable to guarantee this will be possible in every location we visit. Unfortunately we will not cater for tastes or dislikes. We will ask you to re-confirm any dietary requirements with your Group Leader at the start of your trip.
Can I travel with a medical condition?
If you have an existing medical condition or disability that may affect your trip or how deliver our experience, we ask that you inform us in writing at the time of your booking. You may be asked to obtain a medical certificate and if we reasonably feel we are unable to accommodate your particular needs, we reserve the right to decline your booking.
How much spending money do I need?
On our Group Tours, your transport and accommodation along with the meals and activities listed on the itinerary are all included in your tour price. While you are travelling you may wish to participate in additional activities which you will need to budget for. While travelling you may wish to eat and drink out or you may plan to cook and prepare some of your own meals.
As a guide, we recommend you budget an additional $40 – $60AUD per day for spending money. Please note that all travellers are different and you may wish to travel with additional spending money. There are amazing optional activities and food options on offer on the East Coast and if you desire to experience most of them, you may wish to budget for additional spending money.
Can I book extra nights before the trip? I’m arriving early!
Of course! You can pre-book extra nights in Sydney if you’re arriving early, and also extend your stay. You can add them onto your booking, or just get in contact with us! Optional activities are available to add on in country if you are interested in exploring more areas around Sydney!
Do I need a working holiday visa to book?
UltimateOz is designed for travellers on a 417 or 462 working holiday visa, generally aged 18–30 (up to 35 for some nationalities). You can book on a Tourist Visa too, but you won’t be eligible for the gap year work-support benefits (job database, TFN and bank account help) without a working holiday visa.
Do I need to sort out a bank account and Tax File Number myself?
No — setting up an Australian bank account and Tax File Number is included and handled with your group leader’s help in your first week. You can start the bank account process up to 4 weeks before you arrive.
695-699 George Street.
Sydney, NSW 2000
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