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Jolly Swagman Tour
20 November – 09 December 2010 (20 Days)
Be there for the
first ball of the series as the Ashes ‘kicks off’ at Brisbane’s
famous ‘GABBA’ ground. After the 1st Vodafone Test we move on to charming
Adelaide – home of the glorious Adelaide Oval. There are also
options to extend to the Great Barrier Reef &/or Uluru (Ayer’s
Rock).
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Tour Prices
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Double/Twin |
Single |
Premium Economy Upgrade |
International
Business Class Upgrade |
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Jolly Swagman Tour |
£4,990 |
£6,350 |
£750* |
£3,250 |
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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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Sat 20-Nov |
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Evening departure from London Heathrow on Qantas. |
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Sun 21-Nov |
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In flight |
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Mon 22-Nov |
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Early morning arrival into Brisbane. Coach transfer to the hotel for
immediate check-in. Remainder of the day at leisure |
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Tue 23-Nov |
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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. 'Welcome Cocktail
Party' this evening, includes canapés, beer, wine & soft drinks. |
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Wed 24-Nov |
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Day at leisure –
Options include a day trip to the world famous Surfer’s Paradise (Gold
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25 – 29 Nov |
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1st Vodafone Test – GABBA, Brisbane
Having started poorly on
the last two Ashes tours, England have identified Brisbane as being
the key Test in their quest to retain the Ashes. With 3 warm-up games
prior to the 1st Test, expect England to be well and truly ready to hit
the ground running at the GABBA this time round! Coach transfers to/from
the GABBA are included daily, as are Platinum category tickets, ensuring
you have the best seats in the house! |
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Fri 26-Nov |
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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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Tue 30-Nov |
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Depart
Brisbane and fly to Adelaide. On arrival, we will orientate you around
charming Adelaide and her beautiful seaside suburbs. |
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Wed 01-Dec |
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Day at
leisure. Options include lazing on nearby Glenelg Beach, or a day trip to
Kangaroo Island or the Flinders Ranges |
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Thu 02-Dec |
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Full
day tour to the renowned Barossa Valley wine region. Delicious winery
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 category seats –
the best in the house! |
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Tue 07 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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Wed 08 Dec |
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Coach
transfer to the airport for your Qantas flight home via Melbourne |
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Thu 09 Dec |
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Early
morning arrival into London Heathrow. |
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Alternatively
continue on our 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
Hilton, Brisbane – 5 Star
The Hilton Brisbane is brilliantly located in the heart of
Brisbane amongst many restaurants, bars and shops, yet is just
10 minutes from the South Bank parklands and the Royal Botanical
Gardens. The GABBA is within an easy 20 minute transfer. Enjoy
5-star service and facilities of the hotel including an outdoor
swimming pool and tennis court. Deluxe rooms are 32 square
meters and offer city views, a seating area/sofa, high-speed
internet, Sony PlayStation and marble bathroom.
http://www.hilton.co.uk/brisbane
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HOTEL
 Stamford
Plaza, Adelaide – 5 Star
Perfectly located right in the heart of Adelaide, the Stamford
Plaza is within easy walking distance of all the major sights,
including the beautiful Adelaide Oval (5 minute walk). The hotel
boasts all the amenities you would expect from a 5-star property
including a selection of good restaurants and bars, swimming
pool, spa, sauna, gym and in the rooms: luxurious beds, fully
stocked mini-bar, cable/satellite TV & in room safes
http://www.stamford.com.au/spa
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