Start your Melbourne Working Holiday ticking off every item on your Australia bucket list: Learn to SUP, see koalas and kangaroos, and taste Australian wine right from the vineyard – all in your first week in Australia! Get complete job support from our local team in Melbourne, who will help you land your first job Down Under within weeks of arrival!
Year-round
7 Nights
C$1,799
Start your Melbourne Working Holiday adventure with a bang! In addition to all the support included in our Australia Working Holiday Send-Off Program, you will be picked up from the airport, have seven nights of accommodation provided, and head out of town to explore the coastline. Enjoy a jam-packed week full of fun as you participate in tons of adventures with fellow travellers.
Please do not book your flight until you have paid for your program and secured your program start date. Your travel coordinator will notify you when it is time to do so.
You’ve finally arrived Down Under! Jump right in for your epic Melbourne Working Holiday adventure with a jam-packed week of activities with other travellers:
From the moment you land in Melbourne, you’re in good hands with a personal airport pick-up to take you to your pre-arranged accommodation. Catch up on sleep or relax and meet new people while you enjoy the city views from the rooftop patio.
After setting up your bank account, phone, and tax number, you'll venture out on a fun guided tour to explore trendy Melbourne. Learn about the caffeine capital of the world, discover hidden laneways and view mind-blowing street art. End the day with a group dinner in one of Australia’s most iconic neighbourhoods (dinner included).
Spend the morning with our local team who will make sure you’ve got everything sorted for living and working in Australia, and we’ll get you registered with our job program to connect you to our wide network of employers. This afternoon you will explore more of the famous beachside hotspot - St Kilda!
Start the day with an Aussie local activity - stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) at the iconic St.Kilda Beach. The SUP instructors will have you paddling effectively in a short period of time, and ensure you leave with adequate knowledge to paddle on your own for your time down under. The afternoon is free to continue exploring before the group gets back together this evening to explore Melbournes Nightlife! We will visit iconic venues and Australia’s best social scene!
After a fun night out exploring Melbournes famous nightlife, 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 a 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!
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. At our group farewell, we celebrate new friendships and your upcoming time in Australia over goodbye drinks and some snacks.
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.
Flights, medical insurance, visa and/or work permit application fees, local transportation, food & rent.
Kickstart your Australia Working Holiday with our Arrival Job Package in Melbourne. Receive 1-1 job consultation support from our local team upon arrival to secure your first job in Australia! Our local placement team have a 100% success rate for securing you a job within a few weeks of your arrival.
What’s Included:
If you plan to travel around Australia before settling in, you'll have full access to our team and our job portal for 12 months, allowing you to make this experience your own mixing work & travel.
Interested to chat with us to learn which Australia Working Holiday Program is right for you?
There are set start dates for our Adventure program, but if you want to arrive earlier – no problem! We’ll pick you up from the airport any day of the week and we can arrange extra nights of accommodation prior to your official program start date.
The Adventure Program includes everything the Discovery Program offers, plus four extra days of fun and three additional nights of accommodation!
If you’re looking for a more immersive experience to kickstart your working holiday in Australia, this program is perfect. It features exciting activities like wildlife encounters and surfing lessons, balancing work preparation with unforgettable adventures.
You’ll still receive dedicated support to get set up and ready to work in Australia, but with more time to explore, connect with others, and enjoy all that Melbourne has to offer.
Melbourne is an international hub that offers the perfect mix of culture, fun, and opportunity. As the cultural capital of Australia, it’s known for its thriving coffee and foodie scene, and it’s full of people from all over the world.
If you’re into sports, Melbourne is the place to be! It hosts the Australian Open, Grand Prix, Melbourne Cup Carnival, and AFL matches. If sports aren’t your thing, the city’s nightlife is unbeatable, boasting the most rooftop bars in Australia and a vibrant atmosphere.
Our team has firsthand experience living and working in Melbourne, so we can share plenty of tips and recommendations to make your adventure unforgettable.
Yes! The program runs all year round, so your start date is entirely flexible.
During the Australian summer (September–March), there are typically 5–6 tour dates per month.
During the off-peak season, there are 2–3 dates per month. Just make sure you’ve received your Australia Working Holiday Visa approval before booking your flights. Reach out to our team to confirm availability and plan your trip!
Absolutely! If you plan to arrive early, we can arrange an extra night of accommodation for a small fee.
Just share your flight details with your Travel Coordinator, and we’ll ensure everything, including your airport pick-up, runs smoothly so you’re ready to start your program.
Yes! You’ll connect with people from around the world who have also just arrived in Melbourne.
This program is designed to help you form connections right away, whether it’s exploring the city together or finding housemates. It’s an incredible way to start your working holiday in Australia with new friends and shared experiences.