Your tour begins with a departure flight from the UK to Melbourne in economy.
Cricketer Tour - Melbourne & Sydney
TEST 4 - MELBOURNE, 26-30 DECEMBER 2017
Enjoy the traditional Boxing Day Fourth Test, as well as the festive season in the sun; whether on a drive along the Great Ocean Road or with a spot of Christmas shopping! In the capital of Victoria, culture and arts abound, so perhaps use a day at leisure to explore Melbourne’s finest galleries and exhibitions.
TEST 5 - SYDNEY, 04-08 JANUARY 2018
Celebrate the New Year in Sydney in style and witness the finale of the Ashes. There’s plenty of leisure time for you to enjoy the many enticing experiences Sydney has to offer; from the beach at Bondi to the best ‘hatted’ restaurants in town, island hopping in the harbour to watching a traditional aboriginal performance.
INCLUDED IN OUR TOUR
- Roundtrip scheduled flights in Economy Class
- 8 nights at Pullman on the Park, Melbourne in a Superior Room on a bed & breakfast basis
- 9 nights at Hyatt Regency Sydney in a Premium City Side Room on a bed & breakfast basis
- A Platinum level 5-day Test match ticket for the Fourth & Fifth Tests
- Cricket match day transfers
- Air-conditioned transfers between airports and hotels
- Welcome drinks on arrival
- State of Play evenings in Melbourne & Sydney, including wine, beer and soft drinks
- Celebrity Host at State of Play evenings
- New Year Dinner Dance & Cruise
- Blue Mountains excursion & lunch
- Farewell Dinner
- Transfers to all ITC Sports Travel functions as stated
- Exclusive commemorative merchandise, cricket ticket holder and ITC Sports Travel wallet
- Tour Manager to accompany you throughout the tour
- All taxes and surcharges, unless otherwise stated
NOT INCLUDED
- Private car transfers
- Travel insurance
- All meals and drinks not stated
- Items of a personal nature
- Optional excursion
Price from £8,785 per person, based on 2 sharing
Please note our tour prices are subject to confirmation of flight prices: flight availability and prices will be checked and confirmed at booking stage. Flight upgrades are available on request.
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Arrive in Melbourne. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel, Pullman on the Park, for 8 nights in a Superior Room on a bed and breakfast basis. You’ll receive a warm ITC welcome on the first evening at a drinks reception with your host and fellow guests.
Today is a day at leisure, for you to relax and enjoy your surroundings.
Today we celebrate Christmas in style with a festive Lunch, with your host and fellow guests.
FOURTH TEST, AUSTRALIA v ENGLAND – The MCG, Melbourne - Day 1
Enjoy five days of world class test match cricket.
Roundtrip stadium transfers are included.
FOURTH TEST, AUSTRALIA v ENGLAND – The MCG, Melbourne - Day 2
Roundtrip stadium transfers are included.
Today’s cricket action will be followed by our popular State of Play evening, for an entertaining and informal review of the day’s play. Spend a relaxing evening with a drink in hand, in the company of our host, where previously the likes of Gladstone Small and David ‘Bumble’ Lloyd have been known to offer their expert opinion on the Test Matches.
FOURTH TEST, AUSTRALIA v ENGLAND – The MCG, Melbourne - Day 3
Roundtrip stadium transfers are included.
FOURTH TEST, AUSTRALIA v ENGLAND – The MCG, Melbourne - Day 4
Roundtrip stadium transfers are included.
FOURTH TEST, AUSTRALIA v ENGLAND – The MCG, Melbourne - Day 5
Roundtrip stadium transfers are included.
After a leisurely breakfast you will be met at your hotel and transferred to Melbourne Airport for your flight to Sydney. Upon arrival in Sydney you will be met and transferred to your hotel, Hyatt Regency Sydney, for a stay of 9 nights in a Premium City Side Room on a bed and breakfast basis.
This evening we invite you to celebrate New Year’s Eve with a Dinner Dance and Catamaran Cruise.
Enjoy a day at leisure in Sydney. There are many world-famous attractions within the city including the iconic Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Enjoy extensive gardens and historic buildings. Visit The Rocks for shopping and dining, Sydney Tower for spectacular city views or stroll down to the fashionable Bondi Beach to watch the spectacular surfing.
Following a day of relaxation, we invite you to join a popular Blue Mountain excursion with lunch.
Enjoy a further day at leisure in Sydney.
FIFTH TEST, AUSTRALIA v ENGLAND – The SCG, Sydney - Day 1
Enjoy a further five days of world class test match cricket.
Roundtrip stadium transfers are included.
FIFTH TEST, AUSTRALIA v ENGLAND – The SCG, Sydney - Day 2
Roundtrip stadium transfers are included.
Today’s cricket action will be followed by another fun and informal State of Play evening, for a review of the day’s play, with special guests.
FIFTH TEST, AUSTRALIA v ENGLAND – The SCG, Sydney - Day 3
Roundtrip stadium transfers are included.
FIFTH TEST, AUSTRALIA v ENGLAND – The SCG, Sydney - Day 4
Roundtrip stadium transfers are included.
This evening, following the cricket, we invite you to enjoy a special Farewell Dinner with your host and fellow guests, to toast a wonderful tour of Australia!
FIFTH TEST, AUSTRALIA v ENGLAND – The SCG, Sydney - Day 5
Roundtrip stadium transfers are included.
This morning you will be met at your hotel and transferred to Sydney Airport for your flight home to the UK.
Arrive in the UK.
Arrangements conclude.
Pullman on the Park, Melbourne
Ideally located opposite Melbourne Cricket Ground and boasting views of Fitzroy Gardens, Rod Laver Arena and Melbourne Park, all rooms and suites are contemporary in design with the latest technology and opening windows overlooking the MCG. The outdoor heated pool is the ideal spot to chill after a day at the cricket.
Accommodation is in a Superior Room on a bed & breakfast basis.
Hyatt Regency Sydney
Overlooking the famous Darling Harbour, just a short stroll from Pitts Street Mall and Chinatown, guest rooms have views over the city or the harbour. The hotel’s main restaurant offers Aussie favourites and local delicacies (like Sydney rock oysters), while the signature beer programme, Best Brews, features local craft beers.
Accommodation is in a Premium City Side Room on a bed & breakfast basis.
From £8,785 per person
based on 2 sharing
