Destinations / Sydney & Port Stephens, Australia

Sydney & Port Stephens, Australia

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Sydney is Australia's largest city and one of the most iconic destinations in the world, famed for its stunning harbour, the Opera House, Bondi Beach, and a vibrant food and nightlife scene. Port Stephens, located around two hours north of Sydney, is a sheltered bay region known for its wild dolphin pods, towering sand dunes at Stockton Beach, and excellent whale watching between May and November. Together, the two destinations offer a compelling mix of urban culture and coastal adventure — from surfing and harbour kayaking in Sydney to sandboarding, diving, and wildlife encounters in Port Stephens. The combination makes for a popular road trip or extended stay along the New South Wales coast.

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Sydney & Port Stephens, Australia · 8 days

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Self-Launched Sydney & Port Stephens Working Holiday Kickstart

Skip the £579 group package and do this iconic Sydney & Port Stephens working holiday kickstart entirely on your own terms. You'll stay in the same hostels, hit the same highlights — Stockton Bight dunes, Port Stephens dolphin cruise, Bondi to Coogee walk, Sydney Harbour — and book every activity yourself via GetYourGuide or direct. The job-search support (tax file number, bank account, Medicare, CV help) is all freely available online or via free drop-in services in Sydney. Estimated cost covers the 8-day intro week only, equivalent to the Gap 360 package scope. Note: all costs are approximate estimates.

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