Ultimate Oz | Working Holiday Package
Tour Overview
Embark on the UltimateOz 8-Day Working Holiday Arrival Package in Sydney, Australia, designed to seamlessly transition you into your Australian adventure. This comprehensive program offers seven nights of accommodation at Sydney's top-rated hostel, ensuring a comfortable stay as you settle in. Kickstart your journey with a warm welcome and orientation session, providing essential insights into Australian culture and the exciting experiences ahead. Throughout the week, you can immerse yourself in a variety of activities, including guided city tours, coastal walks, and a private Sydney Harbour catamaran cruise complete with a BBQ. You can also experience the thrill of sandboarding on Stockton Bight Dunes, embark on a 4WD adventure through Worimi Conservation Lands, and hike up Mt Tomaree for breathtaking views. You can connect with Australian wildlife, enjoy beach evenings under the stars, and cruise alongside dolphins in Port Stephens. To prepare you for your working holiday, the package includes a comprehensive work and travel information session, assistance with setting up an Australian bank account and tax file number, a 12-month job support membership, and a SIM card activation. Benefit from ongoing support from the Ultimate team, free Wi-Fi and computer access at Ultimate HQ, and a 12-month mail holding service. With select meals provided and a vibrant social scene, you'll have ample opportunities to make new friends and create lasting memories. This package is meticulously crafted to offer an unforgettable introduction to Australia, blending adventure, relaxation, and practical support to ensure you're fully equipped for your working holiday Down Under. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Welcome to Sydney
Location: Wake Up! Sydney
Accommodation: Hostel
Accommodation Name: Wake up! Sydney
Meals Included: Dinner
Your Aussie adventure begins! Meet your group at WakeUp! Hostel and join an orientation session to learn everything you need about life in Australia. Afterwards, explore Sydney’s iconic sights on a guided city walking tour, including Darling Harbour, Hyde Park, and Circular Quay. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner and drinks, getting to know your new travel mates. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Work & Travel Session + Sydney Harbour Cruise
Location: Sydney Harbour
Accommodation: Hostel
Accommodation Name: Wake up! Sydney
Meals Included: Lunch
Start the day with an essential Work & Travel information session. Our team will help you set up your tax file number, Australian bank account, and phone SIM, plus provide job-hunting advice. In the afternoon, hop aboard a private catamaran for a Sydney Harbour cruise, taking in views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House while enjoying an Aussie BBQ and swimming in hidden bays.
Day 3 : Port Stephens Getaway
Location: Port Stephens
Accommodation: Hostel
Meals Included: Dinner
Today, we leave Sydney for UltimateOz Basecamp at beautiful Port Stephens! Drop off your big luggage and bring only an overnight bag for this 3-day beach escape. After checking into your beachfront dorm, meet the local wildlife, relax by the ocean, and enjoy a group dinner.
Day 4 : 4WD & Sandboarding Adventure
Location: Port Stephens
Accommodation: Hostel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Start the day with an off-road 4WD adventure through the Worimi Conservation Lands, home to the largest sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere and one of Australia's newest national parks. Feel the thrill of sandboarding down the massive dunes before returning to Basecamp. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided Mt Tomaree hike, offering stunning panoramic views. After dinner, relax on the beach and stargaze with your new friends.
Day 5 : Dolphin Cruise & Return to Sydney
Location: Sydney
Accommodation: Hostel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Set sail on a dolphin-watching cruise, spotting wild bottlenose dolphins in the crystal-clear waters of Port Stephens. Afterward, return to Sydney and check back into your accommodation. The rest of the evening is yours to relax or explore the city at your own pace.
Day 6 : Sydney’s Social Scene & Pub Crawl
Location: Sydney
Accommodation: Hostel
Spend the morning planning your onward travels or booking activities with help from the Ultimate Travel crew. In the evening, dress up and experience Sydney’s legendary nightlife with a VIP pub crawl, visiting some of the city's top bars with your travel group.
Day 7 : Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk
Location: Bondi Beach
Accommodation: Hostel
Take in Sydney’s most famous coastal views on the Bondi to Coogee walk. Stop at lookout points, snap some photos, and relax on one of the stunning beaches along the way. Spend the afternoon soaking up the Aussie sun or swimming in the ocean before heading back for a free evening.
Day 8 : The Adventure Begins!
Location: Sydney
Your first week in Australia is complete! Whether you’re staying in Sydney, heading up the East Coast, or starting work, the Ultimate Travel team is here to help. You now have 12 months of job support, ongoing travel advice, and a new group of mates to share the journey with!
What's Included
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ULTIMATE Group Leader
A fun, experienced tour leader to guide you throughout the adventure.
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Accommodation
5 nights in one of Sydney's finest hostels. 2 nights at Basecamp
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All Transport
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Sydney City Tour
Visit iconic landmarks like the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Botanical Gardens.
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3 x Dinners, 2 x Breakfast, 2 x Lunch
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SIM Card Activation
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Free Wifi and computer access at Ultimate HQ
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Ongoing support from the Ultimate Crew
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12 Month Jobs Support
What's Not Included
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Insurance
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included.
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Some Meals
Budget $80 AUD per day for meals not included.
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Visas
We do not provide the necessary visa to enter or to work in the country
Mode of Transport
Coach,
4WD,
Catamaran
Accommodation
Hostel
Check out our Q&As
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
We stay in hostel accommodation during the tour. Rooms are mixed shared 6-10 bed dorms.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Yes. We recommend one main luggage in addition to hand luggage.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes. All coach transport is air conditioned.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes. This tour is fully guided.
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Are flights included in this tour?
No. International flights are not included.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Airport transfers are included from Sydney Airport to the starting accommodation.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes. We can provide both pre and post tour extra nights in Sydney post-tour and will always help organise any further travel in Australia where we are able.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes.
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What is the maximum group size?
Group Sizes usually range between 10 and 22.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Ultimate Adventure Travel was established in 1991.
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Travelling solo?
Most of the people who book onto our tours are travelling solo, so you won’t be the only one! On all of our tours you’ll be travelling with like-minded people, who enjoy the comfort of a guided tour. So you may start off as strangers, but will finish as an Ultimate Family! A great reason to book a group tour is to meet new people!
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Will I require travel insurance?
Travel insurance is compulsory for all ULTIMATE tours. Please ensure you have adequate coverage for any trip taken.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
We are proud to support two fantastic charities empowering communities to be more self-sufficient. The Kiva Foundation provides interest free loans to people in remote communities who would like financial assistance for things such as education and improving their homes. Life Project Cambodia has a simple objective – they want to give communities in Cambodia the opportunity to create their own solutions to poverty. The work they do empowers the people in these communities to make the changes they need, rather than having to rely on others to do that for them promoting self-sufficiency.
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Will I need vaccinations?
We recommend making an appointment with your GP to discuss which vaccinations may be required for your trip. There are no mandatory vaccinations for of our tours as the destinations we travel to are considered low risk. You should generally consult with your GP 4-6 weeks prior to your travels. Deciding whether to get vaccinated before you travel is a personal choice.
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Who will be my group leader?
Our Group Leaders are responsible for making sure your experience travelling is the best it can possibly be! All 'Ultimate' branded tours are led by Group Leaders selected by Ultimate Travel. All 'Adventure', 'Experience' 'Camp' and 'Course' tours are led by our partner operators on the ground in the tours location.
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Free Date Changes
Ultimate Adventure Travel allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 28 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Ultimate Adventure Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform ultimate adventure travel, 28 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Ultimate Adventure Travel requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of ultimate adventure travel charges.
Up to 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
At 20 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
Ultimate Oz | Working Holiday Package
8 Days Starting and ending in 509 Pitt St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
Visiting: Wake Up! Sydney, Sydney Harbour, Port Stephens, Sydney, Bondi Beach
Tour operator:
Tour code:
UOZ
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
5 - 24
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Gluten Free
