OzJobs Program + Support
Awesome Guide
Whitsunday Island + Cairns
Great Barrier Reef Trips
Hostels + Resorts
Comfortable Coach
Gap Year Fun
6 Breakys + 7 Lunches + 6 Dinners
The ultimate gap year awaits, so jump into the adventure with the Intro 20-Day Working Holiday Guided Itinerary from Brisbane to Cairns. Sail the Whitsundays, four-wheel drive on tropical beaches, explore iconic cities and meet fun, like-minded travellers! This is seriously the best way to get in the groove of the arrival of your working holiday, gain expert assistance with the set-up, from bank accounts to sim cards, along with fantastic, social experiences all totally pre-planned.
All hostel accommodation from Brisbane to Cairns is sorted, along with your local guide and a small group of fellow backpackers. Be welcomed to the most incredible corners of the East Coast with your hand-selected tours. With multi-day adventures sailing the Whitsunday Islands, snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef, camping on K’gari (Fraser Island), chasing waterfalls in Cairns, beach vibing on Magnetic Island and skydiving in Mission Beach, see the magic of Australia before getting stuck into your 88 days of farmwork!
Day 1 & 2 |
Brisbane beckons!Be welcomed into Brisbane (meanjin), the sunny capital of Queensland, with easy airport transport to your central city hostel accommodation. Sleep off that jetlag, and meet the rest of your travel group and your enigmatic guide! Spend the days being guided through the vibrant Brisbane City, swimming and sunbaking in Streets Beach and meandering along the river; there are endless things to do! Brissy has excellent nightlife, so hit Fortitude Valley for a night out with your new mates, or opt for a lowkey stay to get in the groove of Australia! StayBrisbane Bunk hostel |
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Day 3 - 7 |
Noosa & K'gari (Fraser Island) beach livingMake the short journey north from Brisbane to the incredible Noosa, where rolling beaches and your hostel await! On day 4, catch the barge out to K’gari (formerly Fraser Island), where your 3-day, 2-night island 4WD tour awaits! Get behind the wheel, drive down golden shores, camp by the beach, spot dingoes, walk through ancient rainforests and… swim! With countless freshwater lakes (Lake Mackenzie and Lake Wabby to name a few), fairy rock pools and clear streams, float away and discover the wonders of K’gari, guided by a local. Return to Noosa for more National Park exploring, beach sunbaking and surfer spotting! StayNight 3 - Noosa Nomads hostel Nights 4 & 5 - K'gari beachside campsite with facilities (tent pre-setup!) Night 6 - Noosa Nomads hostel Night 7 - Overnight bus to Airlie Beach |
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Day 8 - 11 |
Whitsunday Island sailing & Airlie Beach partyingArrive into the glimmering waters and gorgeous reefs of the Whitsundays! Your 2-day, 2-night sailing adventure will take you to all corners of the stunning Whitsunday Island group, where you will swim with turtles in the Great Barrier Reef, SUP over glassy oceans, relax onboard your social vessel, and soak up the tropics! Venture to Whitehaven Beach for some of the world’s whitest sands and Hill Inlet for killer views… this is truly paradise! Explore Airlie with ample things to do, and dance the nights away with other Working Holidaymakers! StayNight 8 - Airlie Beach Base hostel with pool Night 9 & 10 - shared cabin aboard a tropical sailing vessel Night 11 - Airlie Beach Base hostel with pool |
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Day 12 & 13 |
Magnetic Island dreamingFrom one tropical haven to the next, head north to Magnetic Island and hop on the connecting ferry where golden shores and koalas in trees are waiting to say g’day! Your accommodation is an idyllic beachfront hut, so spend your time swimming, chilling and venturing all over the island - your group leader will guide you along the incredible coastal Forts Walk! StayMagnetic Island beachfront Base hostel |
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Day 14 & 15 |
Mission Beach thrills
Arrive in the hidden gem Mission Beach before taking to the skies and free, free fallin’! One of the best locations to skydive in Australia, jump from 15000ft and land with feet in soft sand. You’re in for some of the most breathtaking coastal views as you tick off “tandem skydiving” from your bucket list and get some amazing footage to remember the feeling! StayShared room at Mission Beach Resort |
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Day 16 - 20 |
Cairns waterfalls & Great Barrier Reef snorkellingWrap your adventure up with a generous stint in tropical FNQ! Cairns is a simply unmissable stop on your Aussie trip, in particular, the colourful reefs and biodiverse marinelife! With a day trip out to two unique reef locations, explore the underwater wonderlands renowned in this region. Next, head inland to the lush Atherton Tablelands, stopping at gems like Millaa Millaa Falls. Be mesmerised by the rich rainforest landscapes, fairy-like cascades and local history. With plenty of time in this stint to get stuck into any questions and things you need to sort out, like bank accounts, superannuation, tax and healthcare, rest assured knowing you’ve done everything! Finish off your 2.5 weeks of fun with a group dinner, before heading off to your respective gap year journeys! Stay4 nights at Gilligans Cairns hostel |
Trip Extension
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Please read our terms, conditions and cancellation policies before booking your East Coast itinerary package.
Yes, travel insurance is compulsory for the duration of this tour.
Check out our East Coast Packing List for ideas!
19 meals are included (6 breaky, 7 lunch, 6 dinner). Any other food is at your own expense!
This itinerary provides access to the OzJobs Program for help with your bank account, sim, farmwork, medicare, tax file number and more. The expert team can provide all the advice and assistance you need in finding a job in Australia! But it is up to you to find employment, the team is just here to make that process easier for you.
You will have 19 nights of accommodation at various hostels, resorts, and overnight tour experiences. It will be shared dorm-style accommodation.
Yes, this experience is fully guided! Your knowledgeable guide will be with you every step of the way.