Come and kickstart your Aussie adventure with our epic 6-day Melbourne Arrival Tour. This fully guided experience is designed to help you settle in, make new mates and explore one of the most exciting cities in Australia. Whether you’re here on a working holiday, gap year or just ticking off a dream trip, this week is all about setting you up for success.
You’ll explore everything from Melbourne’s laneways and brunch cafés to street art, beach spots and buzzing neighbourhoods. We’ll sort out all the essentials too, including your Aussie bank account, SIM card, tax file number and insider advice on jobs and travel. Add in a Great Ocean Road day trip, local wine tasting, Aboriginal cultural experience and cocktail class, and you’ve got a week to remember. By the end, you won’t just feel settled, you’ll feel like you’ve found your new crew and a whole new world to explore!
Get up close & personal with koalas & kangaroos
Watch the cute little penguins at Phillip Island
Explore the laneways and famous street-art
Get tipsy at a wine tasting experience
Take on Melbourne's biggest bar crawl
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What’s Included
Accommodation? Check! Activities? Yep. Guides? Of course! Meals? We threw in a bunch to keep you going!
All packed and ready to go? We’ll pick you up from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and take you straight to the hostel so you can settle in and relax. You’ll be staying at Selina, one of Melbourne’s best hostels — perfect for meeting new mates or catching up on rest after your flight. Your group tour officially kicks off on Monday morning, so make sure you arrive by Sunday* night at the latest. Landing earlier? No worries — your airport pickup is still included and can be arranged for any day before the trip. You can also book extra nights at checkout, and we’re always here if you need a hand.
📍 Location: Melbourne
🙌🏼 Key highlights: Airport pickup & get checked into the hostel
⚠️ *IMPORTANT: During High Season (Sept–March), some tours start on Thursdays instead — for those, Thursday is the arrival day.
Time to dive into the best of Melbourne. We’ll kick things off with a welcome meeting to get to know your group, followed by an insider walking tour of the city. From hidden laneways and bold street art to funky cafés and iconic landmarks, this is your chance to get a real feel for what makes Melbourne so unique. We’ll also give you the lowdown on your week ahead and run through some helpful tips to make your time in Australia as smooth as possible. In the evening, we’ll all head out for a group dinner — perfect for bonding with your new crew.
📍 Location: Melbourne
🙌🏼 Key highlights: Group welcome meeting, walking tour, city intro & dinner with the crew
This morning is all about what comes next. Whether it’s finding a job or planning your Aussie travels, we’ll guide you through two fun and helpful sessions packed with tips and advice. In the afternoon, we’ll dive into Melbourne’s roots on an Aboriginal Heritage Walk, explore iconic laneways and street art, then head to Chinatown for a bite to eat with the crew.
📍 Location: Melbourne
🙌🏼 Key highlights: Job & travel info session, Aboriginal Heritage Tour, laneways, street art & Chinatown dinner
Time to hit the road for an epic overnight adventure. We’ll head to the stunning Mornington Peninsula for a surf lesson at a beginner-friendly beach, then explore some hidden local gems. As the sun sets, we’ll watch the world’s smallest penguins waddle up the beach on Phillip Island before settling into our cosy overnight stay surrounded by Aussie wildlife.
📍 Location: Mornington Peninsula & Phillip Island
🙌🏼 Key highlights: Surf lesson, hidden gems, Penguin Parade & overnight stay surrounded by nature
Wake up to the sounds of nature before heading out to spot kangaroos and koalas up close in the wild. After lunch, we’ll chill out at the beach and soak in some stunning coastal views. To finish off our adventure, we’ll stop by a local winery for a tasting session before cruising back to Melbourne with the tunes on and memories made.
📍 Location: Phillip Island & Surrounds
🙌🏼 Key highlights: Wildlife spotting, beach time, scenic views & wine tasting
Your final day is all about planning what comes next. You’ll have a one-on-one session with our team to chat about jobs, farm work, travel plans or anything else you need help with. We’ll wrap up the week with a farewell dinner to celebrate an epic start to your Aussie journey before sending you off with new mates and a solid plan for what’s ahead.
📍 Location: Melbourne
🙌🏼 Key highlights: 1-on-1 travel planning session & farewell dinner with the crew
Your time with the group doesn’t have to end here. Around 90% of travellers keep the good times rolling by joining our epic five day road trip straight after the tour. We’ll sort you out with a car, an advanced itinerary and four nights of accommodation as you explore the stunning Great Ocean Road and Grampians National Park. It’s the perfect way to see more of Victoria with your new travel crew. You can add this to your booking at checkout or decide during the week. We recommend keeping the week after the tour free just in case you want to jump in.
📍 Location: Great Ocean Road & The Grampians
🙌🏼 Key highlights: Five day car hire, four nights accommodation, custom itinerary with the group
Is This For You?
If you’re looking to travel Australia and have no idea where to start...this trip is for you!
The 6 day Melbourne starter package is completely hassle free, we include everything from accommodation, activities, a bunch of meals and unlimited help and support with travel and finding work. Most people travel solo or others bring a friend, either way by the end of this adventure you’ll have a bunch of new buddies for life.
If you’re all set and can’t wait to come join us... Book Now and reserve your spot with a small deposit of as little as £1.
The accommodation in Australia is something we do better than anyone else! From the hostel's rooftop panoramic views of Melbourne to spotting wallabies from your dorm window on Phillip Island. When we’re not out having an awesome time, you’re relaxing in our unique & comfortable accommodation.
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Start:MelbourneFinish: Melbourne
Tour Length: 6-day/6-night
Travel Style: Fully-Guided Group Tour
Comfort Level: Hostel dorms (8 bed mixed)
Avg Group Size: 12 - 18 (max 24)
Age Range: 18 - 30’s
No. of Activities: 18+
No. of Included Meals: 6
Tour Price: From £599 per person
What’s included for the price:
All Activities & Experiences
All Accommodation
Personal Airport Pick Up
Unlimited Help & Support in Australia
Discounted Travel in Australia
Bank Account Set Up
Tax File Number Set Up
Australian Sim Card
Private Facebook group
No Hidden Costs!
Return airport transfer
Visas & Vaccinations
Travel insurance
Flights to/from Australia
**Important note: This tour is managed and operated by our trusted partners in Australia. Rest assured, this won’t change anything about your experience! Our local partners are dedicated to making sure you have the life-changing trip you’ve been dreaming of, with all the incredible moments you expect when booking with us. You’ll be in great hands!**
Experiences & Activities
Meet & greet sessions with the fam
Guided city walking tour with the crew
Sunset welcome meal on the Yarra River
Taste the flavours at the Queen Vic Market
Insightful Aboriginal Heritage Walk
Visit Melbourne’s Botanical Gardens
Food and street art tour of the laneways
2 Day/ 1 Night road trip to Mornington
Hangout at the Mount Martha beach huts
Get tipsy on a wine tasting experience
Wildlife bushwalk at Phillip Island
Watch 100’s of tiny little penguins at sunset
Learn to surf in Mornington Peninsula
Get up close with kangaroos & koalas
Test your skills at paddleboarding
Farewell meal at a restaurant
Secret Inclusions throughout the week
Before the Trip
Aim to Arrive Early
We always suggest arriving a day or 2 early to allow extra time to recover from
that long flight. Of course it’s not essential but we have a bunch of ideas to
spend that extra time, whether it’s wandering around, day trips or overnight
adventures. We’ll also hook you up with other early arrivals to give you someone
to hangout with.
Your Arrival Details
Once you’ve booked your flights, head to the Check In Area and update your arrival details.
This will help us plan for your arrival and so that we can be waiting for you
when you arrive.
Travel Insurance & Visa
It’s super important that you get yourself covered for your trip with us. It’s
not expensive and certainly does give you and your loved ones peace of mind. Be
sure to check any visa restrictions before you leave. If you’re unsure then let
us know and we will do our best to help.
When I Arrive
Your Airport Pick Up
No matter what time you arrive, we will always be there to pick you up. All our
trips include airport pick ups so be sure to update your arrival details through
the Check In Area.
What time to arrive on Day 1
We always recommend arriving earlier rather than later on Day 1. This gives you
time to nap, freshen up and recover from that flight. In the evening we will
head out for dinner and drinks with the group.
Pre-Night Accommodation
You can add extra nights accommodation at the time of booking or by letting us
know in the DM’s. We will get you booked in at the accommodation where we start
to save any unnecessary moving around.
Life Essentials Covered
Australian Bank Account 🏦
If you’re only traveling in Australia for a few weeks then don’t worry about a
bank account.. a pre-loaded travel cash card is all you’ll need.
If you plan on spending more time in Australia or you’re coming on a Working
Holiday Visa then we recommend that you open an Australian bank account. It’s
going to save you money on exchange/ transaction fees and if you want to get
paid for working in Australia you’re going to need one.
Sounds super stressful? Don’t worry, it’s actually super easy and we’re going to
help you organise it so you can have Australian dollars already in your account
for when you get here.
Australian SIM Card 📱
We’ll make sure you have your local SIM Card all set up first thing on Monday
morning before the trip kicks off. Just make sure your phone’s unlocked to any
network before you arrive.
The hostel we stay in has free WIFI… So don’t worry, you’ll be able to jump on
that as soon as you arrive to let your family and friends know you landed safely
in Australia.
Tax File Number ✅
You’re not going to be able to work in Australia unless you have one… that’s why
we’re going to sort that for you too!
Your Tax File Number is basically a personal identity number created for you by
the Australian Taxation Office. You’ll need to give this to your employers at
each place you work so that your tax will be deducted correctly, just like it
would be in your home country.
We’re hoping you’re going to do some epic travelling first, but it’s always good
to have it ready for when you want to work in the land down under.
Your Medicare ⛑
What even is Medicare? It’s Australia's health care system for locals and also
for some overseas visitors including the following countries: Belgium, Finland,
Italy, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, The Republic of Ireland,
Slovenia, Sweden and the United Kingdom.
It’s not essential but basically it allows you to access certain health services
at little or even no cost.
You can find out if you're eligible HERE and see exactly what documents you’re
going to need to apply. Again, don’t stress... we’re going to explain in more
detail once you’re here in Australia with us.
Lifetime Membership ⭐️
For as long as you are in Australia and beyond we’re always here for support.
Whether you need some help or you just want a catch up… you can always get in
touch in the DM’s or just head back to the office to chill out...no worries!
After the Trip
What happens after the tour?
That’s totally up to you! Everyone has different plans in mind before arriving in
Australia but don’t worry… you won’t be on your own. You’ll no doubt meet a
bunch of awesome new buddies in the group, more often than not they will have
the same plans as you...sometimes plans change...but that really is the magic of
travelling solo.
We’ll do our absolute best to support your work and travel plans here in
Australia...the team has a wealth of experience travelling around Australia &
New Zealand so rest assured they’ll make that epic trip you’d always dreamed a
reality...that's a GUARANTEE!
Onward Travel Support for Australia & NZ
Throughout the week we will be filling your brains with ideas, tips, tricks and
routes to give you all the knowledge and inspiration to plan that life changing
trip around Australia. We will even do a travel presentation that our travellers
love because they all sit together and get pumped for different experiences.
Finding Work in Australia
Looking to work in Australia? Then you’re probably wondering where to start in
finding your feet in the working world overseas. It can be tough but with our
help we’ll have you earning cash on the road in no time. #WORKHARDPLAYHARD
As well as having an awesome first 6 Days in Australia, you will receive exclusive tips, resources and guidance towards finding a job and farm work in Australia. We’ll even give you full access to our huge database full of employers and contacts in working sectors such as hospitality, retail, construction, sales and marketing and many more.
We’re always on the lookout for jobs perfect for people on their working holiday
in Australia and here’s what you’ll receive to get going:
One to One Employment Meeting
Lifetime Access to Employer Database
CV Writing assistance
10 Printed copies of your CV
Interview question advice
Weekly Job Update Emails
Trip FAQs
Can I come alone?
You sure can! This kind of trip is perfect for solo travellers, you’ll be sharing
the adventure with like minded people and have all the boring stuff taken care
of! Plus from the moment you arrive you’ll have a new best friend making sure
you get settled in, answering all your questions and introducing you to the rest
of the group.
Can I contact other people who have booked onto the same tour as
me?
There are 2 ways to get intouch with people in your group - you can either join
the ‘The Feel Free Family’ on
Facebook to get chatting with other like minded people. If you prefer you can
wait until about a week before the tour starts and you’ll be invited into a
private WhatsApp group that is only your group! Or better still why not do both
options 🙌🏼
I’m not on a Working Holiday Visa, can I still do this tour?
You absolutely can! This trip is designed to give you the best 6 days of your life! As much as we cover a whole bunch of things that help & support those individuals on a working holiday visa...we also visit some awesome places and share some incredible experiences.
What’s included in my Australia tour?
Check out ‘The Details’ tab for a breakdown…but all accommodation, trips &
activities, guides, transport, a bunch of meals, all the boring stuff sorted and
onward travel support is all included. You only need to sort your flights & visa
to Australia, get travel insurance and bring some spending money!
How much spending money do I need for the 6 day tour?
You don’t need much at all considering almost everything is included during your
first week with us! We suggest no less than $200-$250 AUD to be safe… some
people spend less and some more, it really depends on your spending habits. If
you are prone to a few more big nights out than the average person you could
spend more.
For the meals that aren’t included you’ll be able to find lunch for between $6-15
and dinner for $10-$20. If you want to save money, you can always team up with
people and cook dinners at the hostel!
How much money would you recommend bringing to Australia?
This really depends on how long you plan to stay in Australia and what’s on the ‘list’. Your first 6 days of activities, accommodation and a bunch of other experiences is sorted so what’s next is up to you!
IMPORTANT NOTE: All ‘Working Holiday Visa’ holders will be required to show they have at least $5,000 AUD in their bank account on arrival to Australia.
If you’re looking to do some traveling for around a month straight after the trip
then this would be a good amount to start with but we’d always recommend saving
up as much as possible to give yourself the best possible experience in
Australia. Nobody wants to be that guy/gal that has to sit on the beach watching
everybody else Skydiving having an awesome time!
Are flights to Australia included in the price?
International flights to & from Australia are not included in the tour price. We
can definitely help when it comes to planning flights, so if you are unsure then
drop us a message and we can help. Rest assured, we’ll be at the airport to meet
you when you land.
Which Airport to Arrive
There is more than 1 airport in Sydney but you’ll soon see when you’re looking at
flights that the airport that you’ll be flying into is Sydney Kingsford Smith,
SYD. One of the aussie crew will be waiting with a big smile to get you checked
in to the Sydney accommodation.
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Start:MelbourneFinish: Melbourne
Tour Length: 6-day/6-night
Travel Style: Fully-Guided Group Tour
Comfort Level: Hostel dorms (8 bed mixed)
Avg Group Size: 12 - 18 (max 24)
Age Range: 18 - 30’s
No. of Activities: 18+
No. of Included Meals: 6
Tour Price: From £599 per person
What’s included for the price:
All Activities & Experiences
All Accommodation
Personal Airport Pick Up
Unlimited Help & Support in Australia
Discounted Travel in Australia
Bank Account Set Up
Tax File Number Set Up
Australian Sim Card
Private Facebook group
No Hidden Costs!
Return airport transfer
Visas & Vaccinations
Travel insurance
Flights to/from Australia
**Important note: This tour is managed and operated by our trusted partners in Australia. Rest assured, this won’t change anything about your experience! Our local partners are dedicated to making sure you have the life-changing trip you’ve been dreaming of, with all the incredible moments you expect when booking with us. You’ll be in great hands!**