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Kangaroo Tour
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Hop around this
vast country through all of Australia’s main cities to see England
defend the Commonwealth Bank Series One Day International (ODI)
trophy they won in dramatic fashion after the 2006/7 Ashes Series.
The main tour takes in 5 of 6 ODI’s, after which there is an
optional extension to take in the 7th match in Perth.
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Tour Prices
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Double/Twin |
Single |
Premium Economy Upgrade |
International
Business Class Upgrade |
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Kangaroo Tour |
£5,590 |
£7,150 |
on request |
on request |
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Perth Extension |
£1,250 |
£1,630 |
on request |
on request |
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Reef Option |
£690 |
£890 |
N/A |
on request |
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Rock Option |
£990 |
£1,150 |
N/A |
on request |
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Rock & Reef Option |
£1,490 |
£1,850 |
N/A |
on request |
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TOUR ITINERARY |
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Thu 13-Jan |
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Lunchtime departure from London Heathrow with Qantas Airways via Hong Kong
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Fri 14-Jan |
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Late evening arrival into Melbourne. Coach transfer to the hotel for
immediate check-in. |
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Sat 15-Jan |
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Day at leisure to recover from your long journey. 'Welcome Cocktail Party'
this evening, includes canapés, beer, wine & soft drinks. |
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Sun 16-Jan |
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1st Commonwealth Bank Series ODI, Melbourne Cricket Ground
(Day/Night) This morning, join our leisurely walking tour of this
most accessible city. This afternoon, walk or tram to the mighty MCG and
enjoy all the action from Platinum category seats – the best seats in the
house. |
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Mon 17-Jan |
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Today we take you to the beautiful wine growing region of Mornington
Peninsula. Tastings and sumptuous lunch included. |
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Tue 18-Jan |
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Day at leisure. Options include day trips to Philip Island to see the
fairy penguins at dusk, or travel one of the great seaside drives of the
world - the Great Ocean Road. |
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Wed 19-Jan |
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Depart
Melbourne and fly to Hobart. Afternoon at leisure to explore the capital
of Tasmania. |
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Thu 20-Jan |
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Walking tour of Hobart city, followed by a harbour cruise. Lunch is
included |
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Fri 21-Jan |
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2nd Commonwealth Bank Series ODI, Tasmania CA Ground,
Hobart (Day/Night) This picturesque ground with white picket
boundary could easily belong in the English countryside and is dominated
by views of Mount Wellington. Transfers, and Platinum category tickets
included. |
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Sat 22-Jan |
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Day at
leisure. Optional tours include a visit to the stunning Cradle Mountain,
or Russell Falls. |
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Sun 23-Jan |
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Depart Hobart this morning and fly to Adelaide. Watch the
3rd
Commonwealth Bank Series ODI (Day/Night) from Sydney on TV. |
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Mon 24-Jan |
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Full day tour to the renowned Barossa Valley wine region. Delicious winery
lunch included. |
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Tue 25-Jan |
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Today we take you on a day tour of the charming city of Adelaide,
including a visit to the beautiful seaside suburb of Glenelg, and Cleland
Wildlife Park. This evening we will be joined by a luminary or two from
the cricket world at our ‘Cricket Cocktail Party’. Includes canapés and
drinks. |
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Wed 26-Jan |
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4th Commonwealth Bank Series ODI, Adelaide Oval (Day/Night).
It is a short walk from the hotel to the Oval – possibly the most
beautiful cricket ground in the world – where you will be seated in
Platinum category seats. |
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Thu 27-Jan |
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Day at
leisure. Optional tours include a day trip to Kangaroo Island or the
Flinders Ranges. Alternatively spend the day relaxing on the beach. |
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Fri 28-Jan |
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Depart
Adelaide and fly to Brisbane. |
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Sat 29-Jan |
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City
tour of Brisbane, including a visit to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary where
you can commune with some of Australia’s cuddliest inhabitants. |
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Sun 30-Jan |
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5th Commonwealth Bank Series ODI, GABBA, Brisbane
(Day/Night) Coach transfers are included, as are Platinum category
tickets. |
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Mon 31-Jan |
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Depart
Brisbane and fly to Sydney. |
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Tue 01-Feb |
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Full
day tour of the sights of Sydney, including the stunning beaches and a
leisurely cruise on Sydney’s magnificent harbour. Lunch included onboard. |
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Wed 02-Feb |
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6th Commonwealth Bank Series ODI, Sydney Cricket Ground
(Day/Night) Coach transfers are included, as are Platinum category
seats. |
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Thu 03-Feb |
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Day at leisure. There are so many options in Sydney - visit Sydney’s
excellent zoo, climb the iconic bridge, take a ferry across the harbour to
Manly beach…etc, etc. |
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Fri 04-Feb |
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Full
day tour to the spectacular Blue Mountains including the famous Three
Sisters lookout at Echo Point. Lunch included. This evening, re-live the
highlights of the tour as you enjoy three courses and drinks at our
celebratory Farewell Dinner. |
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Sat 05-Feb |
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Depart
Sydney this afternoon and fly via Singapore. |
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Sun 06-Feb |
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Early
morning arrival into London Heathrow. Alternatively continue on
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Reef and/or
Rock extensions &/or stopover in
Singapore* |
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Group flights stopover in Singapore. For stopovers in Hong Kong or Bangkok
a supplement may be payable due to different flights and timings. |
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Perth Extension |
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Sat 05-Feb |
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Depart
Sydney and fly to Perth |
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Sun 06-Feb |
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7th Commonwealth Bank Series ODI, WACA Perth (Day)
It is a very short walk (5 minutes, if that!) from the hotel to the WACA,
where you will be seated in Platinum seats for the best view in the
house! |
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Mon 07-Feb |
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Morning city tour, followed by a tour of Fremantle. |
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Tue 08-Feb |
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Day
tour to the Swan Valley winery region, including cruise back up the Swan
River to Perth. Delicious winery lunch included. |
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Wed 09-Feb |
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Depart
Perth this afternoon, and fly via Singapore. |
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Thu 10 Feb |
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Early
morning arrival into London Heathrow. Alternatively continue on
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Reef and/or
Rock extensions &/or stopover in
Singapore* |
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Group flights stopover in Singapore. For stopovers in Hong Kong or Bangkok
a supplement may be payable due to different flights and timings. |
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HOTEL
 Crown
Promenade Hotel, Melbourne – 4.5 Star
Crown Promenade Hotel is located in the heart of the action in
Melbourne’s vibrant Southbank entertainment precinct, which is
stacked with restaurants, bars, shops and entertainment. The MCG
is easily accessible by foot (30 mins), tram, train or even by
water taxi. The very spacious guest rooms (min. 34 sq m) are
air-conditioned, contain an en-suite shower room (no bath) and
have floor to ceiling windows offering stunning views of the
city, Yarra River and/or Port Philip Bay. Eat and drink in style
at Mesh restaurant or Tonic Bar. Relax and unwind by the 25m
infinity pool at The Deck leisure centre or take the airbridge
into the 24 hour action of Crown Entertainment Complex.
http://www.crownpromenade.com.au/
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HOTEL
 Mercure,
Hobart – 4 Star
Mercure Hobart is located within the heart of the city, and just
a short walk from the remarkable Hobart Waterfront - an area
renowned for its vintage Salamanca market and delightful
restaurants and cafes. The hotel décor is chic and bright, and
facilities include the ‘Embers Restaurant and Bar’, home to
delectable wood fired cuisine. Rooms feature either urban or
mountain views, wired broadband internet access, satellite TV,
in-room movies, hairdryer, coffee and tea making facilities and
a minibar.
http://www.mercure.com/gb/hotel-6159-mercure-hobart/index.shtml
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HOTEL
 InterContinental,
Adelaide – 5 Star
Formerly the Hyatt, the newly branded InterContinental is
perfectly located in the city centre, next to the Torrens River
and just 5 minutes walk to the centrally located Adelaide Oval.
The hotel offers a boutique health club, outdoor pool and a 4km
exercise track along the banks of the River Torrens. The
relaxation spa area includes spa, steam room and sauna. Guest
rooms are upgraded Riverview rooms, featuring a wonderful vista
across the Torrens and the Adelaide Oval beyond. Amenities
include marble bath with separate walk-in shower and tub, stereo
sound system, coffee & tea maker and mini-bar.
http://www.ichotelsgroup.com
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HOTEL
 Stamford
Plaza, Brisbane – 5 star
The Stamford Plaza is ideally located alongside the Brisbane
River, adjacent to the Botanic Gardens and just a few minutes’
walk into the city centre for shopping, colourful markets,
theatres, restaurants and Brisbane’s lively night life.
Facilities include an outdoor pool, spa and sauna, sundeck,
fitness centre and award winning cuisine in numerous restaurants
and bars. Superior guestrooms feature stunning views across the
Brisbane River and boast luxurious décor and amenities including
high-speed wireless access and in-room safes.
http://www.stamford.com.au/spb
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HOTEL
 Amora
Jamison Hotel, Sydney - 5 Star
The 5 star Amora Jamison is ideally located in Sydney’s CBD
within easy walking distance to Sydney's spectacular sights,
including Circular Quay, the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge
and The Rocks. The hotel features 2 restaurants, 2 bars, health
club and Amora Spa. Guest rooms are spacious (min 32 sq m)and
feature luxurious bathrooms (with separate bath and shower),
individually controlled air conditioning, fully stocked mini
bar, and the latest in-room entertainment options ranging from
Internet access to computer game consoles.
http://www.amorahotels.com/jamison/
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HOTEL
 Hyatt
Regency, Perth – 5 Star
Located less than 5 minutes walk from the WACA (25 minutes walk
into the city), the Hyatt Regency is the place to be when the
cricket is on in Perth. Enjoy 5-star facilities including a
large outdoor swimming pool, floodlit tennis courts and relaxing
massage treatments. Accommodation is in upgraded Regency Club
rooms, on a private-access floor offering elegant appointments
and upper-floor views. Luxury amenities include plush feather
duvets, bath with shower and high-speed internet access. Regency
Club rooms are also entitled to access the club lounge which
serves complimentary Continental breakfast, evening drinks and
hors d'oeuvres.
http://www.hyatt.com
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