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Boomerang Tour

21 December 2010 – 09 January 2011 (20 days) 

Experience the best of Melbourne and Sydney on this luxury tour. Enjoy Christmas in the sunshine, followed by the traditional Boxing Day Test at the mighty MCG. Then fly to Sydney for a truly spectacular New Year’s Eve followed by the New Year’s Vodafone Test at the SCG. Platinum category cricket tickets included. Extend your tour to the Great Barrier Reef and/or Uluru (Ayer’s Rock), or include a stopover in Hong Kong, Singapore or Bangkok.

 
 
Tour Prices
(per person)
Double/Twin
Single
Premium Economy Upgrade
International
Business Class Upgrade
 
 
Boomerang Tour
£6,590
£8,290
on request
on request 
 
 
Reef Option
£690
£890
N/A
on request
 
 
Rock Option
£990
£1,150
N/A
on request
 
 
Rock & Reef Option
£1,490
£1,850
N/A
on request
 
  * (LHR-MEL/SYD-LHR only)        
 
     
 

  TOUR ITINERARY

 
           
  Tue 21-Dec       Depart London Heathrow on Qantas Airways to Melbourne  
           
  Wed 22-Dec     Arrive into Melbourne this evening. Coach transfer to the hotel for immediate check-in  
           
  Thu 23-Dec       Day at leisure. 'Welcome Cocktail Party' this evening. Includes canapés and drinks.  
           
  Fri 24-Dec      Morning City orientation tour, followed by a visit to the beautiful wine growing region of the Yarra Valley. Lunch included.  
           
  Sat 25-Dec      CHRISTMAS DAY
Enjoy a truly memorable Aussie Christmas Day at the wonderfully atmospheric Emu Bottom Homestead. Less than an hour from Melbourne, Emu Bottom - Victoria’s oldest Homestead - is beautifully located in the bush, surrounded by eucalyptus trees. Enjoy a sumptuous Christmas banquet (including drinks) whilst being thoroughly entertained by a traditional Aussie bush band and plenty of other surprises www.emubottom.com.au
 
           
  26- 30 Dec    4th Vodafone Test, Melbourne Cricket Ground  
Boxing Day at MCG is truly amazing! In 2006, over 90,000 fans came to the 1st day of the Test! Walk or tram to the ground and enjoy all the action of this traditional fixture from Platinum category seats – the best available to the public!
 
           
  Fri 31-Dec      NEW YEAR’S EVE
Depart Melbourne on Qantas Airways to Sydney. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and prepare for the most wonderful New Year’s Eve party in the world! The atmosphere in Sydney at New Year has to be seen to be believed – and you will be right in the middle of all the action at the perfectly located Waterfront Restaurant www.waterfrontrestaurant.com.au . A delectable 4-course dinner will be followed by a fun-filled night of entertainment including a live band and, of course, the awesome fireworks over the Sydney Harbour Bridge & Opera House. Premium wines, beer & soft drinks will flow until the 1:30am finish!
 
           
  Sat 01-Jan      NEW YEAR’S DAY
Day at leisure – you may well need it! Although if you want to be busy, there is loads to do! Head to the magnificent Blue Mountains, visit Sydney’s excellent zoo, climb the iconic bridge, take a ferry across the harbour to Manly beach…etc, etc.
 
           
  Sun 02-Jan      Full day tour of the sights of Sydney, including the stunning beaches, followed by a leisurely cruise on Sydney’s magnificent harbour.  
           
  03-07 Jan   5th Vodafone Test, Sydney Cricket Ground  
Sydney welcomes in the New Year’s Vodafone Test at the SCG.  Whether the series hangs on it or not, the Sydney Test is always a grand occasion. Coach transfers are included, as are Platinum category seats.  
 
           
  Tue 04 Jan        This evening, we will be joined by a luminary or two from the cricket world at our ‘Cricket Cocktail Party’. Includes canapés and drinks.  
           
  Fri 07-Jan      This evening, re-live the highlights of the tour as you enjoy three courses and drinks at our celebratory Farewell Dinner.  
           
Sat 08-Jan Afternoon coach transfer to the airport for Qantas Airways flight home
           
  Sun 09-Jan     Early morning arrival into London Heathrow  
 
Alternatively continue on our Reef and/or Rock extensions &/or stopover in Bangkok*.   
 
           
        * Group flights stopover in Bangkok. For stopovers in Singapore or Hong Kong a supplement may be payable due to different flights and timings.  
           

HOTEL

Westin Hotels

Westin hotels are famous the world over for offering a superb 5-star experience. Their stated aim is to  “…create an emotional connection with our guests. Our sensory welcome greets you with warm lighting, beautiful botanical arrangements, signature music and our calming white tea scent. Our Heavenly Bed® and Heavenly Bath® help you awaken refreshed and ready for the day ahead. Our SuperFoods breakfast restores with delicious options rich in nutrients and taste.”

HOTEL

The Westin, Melbourne – 5 Star 

Located in the heart of Melbourne, within easy walking distance of dozens of restaurants, bars, theatres, Crown casino and just 15 minutes walk to the MCG. Facilites include ‘The Wellness Centre’ which features a 20 metre lap pool, spa, sauna, steam room, gymnasium and massage room. Accommodation is in ‘Westin’ category rooms offering a massive 38 sq.metres of uncluttered space and features such as luxurious bathrooms with separate bath and shower, high speed internet access, refreshment centre and in-room movies.

http://www.westin.com.au/melbourne

HOTEL

The Westin, Sydney – 5 Star

Set in the central business district amongst designer shops, restaurants, theatres and within easy walking distance of Darling Harbour, the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. The health club has an indoor lap pool, gym equipment and classes, steam room and massage. All guest rooms are oversized and feature expansive bathrooms with separate rainforest showers and deep soaking tubs as well as state-of-the-art technology including a BOSE sound system and 37” flat-screen television. Recently named the winner of the Bentley Award for Outstanding Hotel Service 2009 by Luxury Travel Magazine.

http://www.westin.com.au/sydney

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