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Billabong Tour
29 November – 22 December 2010 (24 days)
The tour begins
in Adelaide with the 2nd Vodafone Test. Then, with an extended
break between Tests, you have the opportunity to discover either
the Great Barrier Reef and Uluru (Ayer’s Rock) or the steamy
tropics of Northern Australia’s Darwin & Kakadu National Park,
before continuing on to the 3rd Vodafone Test 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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Billabong Tour |
£6,590 |
£8,490 |
On
application* |
On application |
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(Price includes 6 day option 8-13 Dec) |
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* (LHR-MEL/SIN-LHR only) |
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TOUR ITINERARY |
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Mon 29-Nov |
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Evening departure from London Heathrow on Qantas |
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Tue 30-Nov |
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In flight, via Singapore and Melbourne |
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Wed 01-Dec |
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Mid morning arrival into Adelaide. Coach transfer to the hotel for
immediate check-in. Remainder of the day at leisure. |
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Thu 02-Dec |
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Day tour around
the Adelaide sights, suburban beaches and the Cleland Wildlife Park in the
nearby Adelaide Hills. Lunch included |
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03 – 07 Dec |
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2nd Vodafone Test – Adelaide Oval
Adelaide Oval is arguably
the most beautiful cricket ground in the world and invariably produces a
riveting Test match. It is a short walk from the hotel to the ground, where
you will be seated behind the bowler’s arm in Platinum seats. |
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Sat 04-Dec |
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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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08-14 Dec
The next seven days provide you with an opportunity to choose one of the
following options:
1. The Great Barrier Reef and Uluru (Ayer’s Rock)
2. Darwin and Kakadu National Park
Click through for details of each option
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Wed 15 Dec |
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Today
we take you on a city tour of Perth and nearby Fremantle. |
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16 – 20 Dec |
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3rd Vodafone Test – WACA, Perth
The Western Australian
Cricket Association (WACA) ground traditionally produces an exciting
contest between bat and ball. The ground is also famous for the Fremantle
Doctor – a very welcome cooling wind towards the end of a hot 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 20 Dec |
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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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Tue 21 Dec |
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Transfer to the airport for your flight home (arrive next morning) |
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Wed 22 Dec |
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Early morning arrival at London Heathrow
Alternatively 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
 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
 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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