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The All Rounder Tour
All 4 Tests
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Sun 13 December – Wed 20 January (39 Days) |
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On this tour you really will be able to experience ‘a world in one country’. Experience the whole Test series from Centurion to Durban to Cape Town and back to the Highveld for the final Test at Wanderers, Johannesburg. Between the Tests enjoy an unforgettable 3 day safari, spectacular sightseeing, very special Christmas and New Year’s Eve parties, and the opportunity to visit the famous Garden Route and/or spectacular Victoria Falls in Zambia |
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Tour Prices
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Double/Twin |
Single |
Premium Economy Upgrade |
Upper Class Upgrade |
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All Rounder Tour
(inc Garden Route 8-10 Jan) |
£7,900 |
£10,250 |
£600 |
on request |
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All Rounder Tour
(inc Victoria Falls 8-10 Jan)
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£8,600 |
£11,250 |
£600 |
on request |
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Vic Falls Option
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£1,200 |
£1,600 |
N/A |
N/A |
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TOUR ITINERARY |
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Sun 13 Dec |
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Depart London Heathrow, Terminal 3, at 18:00 on Virgin Atlantic flight VS601 |
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Mon 14 Dec |
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Upon arrival at Johannesburg at 07:05, transfer by coach to the Sheraton Hotel, Pretoria. This evening join us for our 'Welcome' cocktail party, where you will have the opportunity to get to know the rest of the group |
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Tue 15 Dec |
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Full day tour of Pretoria and surrounds, including the Voortrekker monument, the Union Buildings and Melrose House. Lunch is included |
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Wed 16 –
Sun 20 Dec |
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1st Test, SuperSport Park, Centurion
Uniquely situated in an almost rural setting, Centurion is about as close as it gets to seeing a Test match in a village. Enjoy the views across to the quaint hospitality huts and on over the Highveld beyond. Daily coach transfers |
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Thu 17 Dec |
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Cricket Cocktail Party this evening, featuring a famous cricket personality |
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Mon 21 Dec |
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Transfer by coach (3 hours) to the Bakubung Bush Lodge in Pilanesberg National Park. Early evening, enjoy your first, unforgettable open-topped safari, followed by an open air dinner at the traditional 'boma' |
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Tue 22 –
Wed 23 Dec |
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Two days to enjoy further game drives (2 per day), relax in the peaceful surroundings of the game lodge, or get more active at nearby Sun City with its Championship golf courses and various themed attractions. Dinner included both nights |
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Thu 24 Dec |
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Final chance for an early morning game drive before departing Pilanesberg by coach to Johannesburg airport for our flight to Durban. Upon arrival transfer to the Southern Sun North Beach Hotel for check in |
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Fri 25 Dec |
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CHRISTMAS DAY
Enjoy Christmas day at the luxurious Hotel Izulu, situated north of Durban overlooking the Indian Ocean. Enjoy a champagne reception, followed by a sumptuous three course Christmas lunch and drinks |
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Sat 26 –
Wed 30 Dec |
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2nd Test, Kingsmead, Durban
With its close proximity to the sea, Kinsgmead generally provides plenty of sideways movement for the bowlers which, in turn, helps ensure a 'result' match more often than not. Daily coach transfers included |
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Sun 27 Dec |
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Cricket Cocktail Party this evening, featuring a famous cricket personality |
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Thu 31 Dec |
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NEW YEAR'S EVE
Fly from Durban to Cape Town. Upon arrival check into the Protea President Hotel.
This evening we join the New Year's celebrations on the V&A Waterfront at the brilliantly located Quay 4 Restaurant for a 5 course dinner, drinks , a live band and midnight fireworks to welcome in the New Year! |
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Fri 01 Jan |
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Morning at leisure. Afternoon boat trip to fascinating Robben Island – Nelson Mandela’s former prison home |
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Sat 02 Jan |
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Full day tour to Cape Peninsular visiting Hout Bay, Duiker Island to see the seals, Cape Point, the Cape of Good Hope, and Boulders Beach to visit the African Penguins. Lunch included |
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Sun 03 –
Thu 07 Jan |
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3rd Test, Newlands, Cape Town
Newlands is the Lord’s of South Africa. Incredibly picturesque and well attended, the New Year’s Test is an event not to be missed! And with generally brilliant weather and a pitch offering something for everyone, a result is almost guaranteed. Daily coach transfers included |
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Mon 04 Jan |
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Cricket Cocktail Party this evening, featuring a famous cricket personality |
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Mon 11 Jan |
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Following the optional tours, the group will re-convene at various points of the day at the Sandton Sun Hotel, Johannesburg. Spend your evening swapping stories of your recent experiences and looking forward to the Jo'burg leg of the tour |
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Tue 12 Jan |
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Today we visit the excellent Apartheid Museum, for an incredibly powerful education as to life in apartheid South Africa. This place is a 'must visit'! |
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Wed 13 Jan |
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Full day tour of the amazing township of Soweto. Like any place, Soweto has its rich as well as it's (extremely) poor. Experience both sides of life in this surprising tour. Along the way, we will visit Nelson Mandela's former home, see the famous 'Black Madonna and Child painting' at Regina Mundi Church and visit the very moving Hector Pieterson Memorial. Includes lunch in a local restaurant. |
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Thu 14 –
18 Jan |
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4th Test, Wanderers, Johannesburg
The Bull Ring, as it is known locally, is the most atmospheric cricket stadium in South Africa. The local support is vociferous, so it is always good to put one over them as England did in 2004 with a famous victory lead by Matthew Hoggard! Daily coach transfers included |
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Fri 15 Jan |
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Cricket Cocktail Party this evening, featuring a famous cricket personality |
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Mon 18 Jan |
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Join us this evening for our gala farewell dinner, including 3 courses and wine |
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Tue 19 Jan |
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Depart on Virgin Atlantic flight VS602 departing at 21:45 to London Heathrow |
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Wed 20 Jan |
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Arrival at London Heathrow Terminal 3 at 06:50 |
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Tue 19 Jan |
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Fly Johannesburg – Livingstone, Zambia. On arrival, transfer by coach and check into the wonderful Royal Livingstone Hotel on the banks of the Zambezi River |
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Wed 20 Jan |
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Today we take a guided walking tour of the mighty Victoria Falls – 'the smoke that thunders'! This evening, enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi, where you may spot hippos, crocs and/or elephants. |
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Thu 21 Jan |
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Day at leisure to perhaps take a helicopter flight over the falls, or to simply relax and enjoy the facilities of the hotel. |
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Fri 22 Jan |
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Fly Livingstone – Johannesburg to connect with Virgin Atlantic flight VS602 departing at 21:45 to London Heathrow |
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Sat 23 Jan |
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Arrival at London Heathrow Terminal 3 at 06:50 |
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HOTEL
Sheraton, Pretoria – 5 Star
Ideally situated in the heart of South Africa’s ‘Jacaranda’ city, this luxury Sheraton is
close to many tourist attractions, yet enjoys sweeping views across magnificent gardens to
the majestic Union Buildings. Transfer time to SuperSport Park, Centurion is just 20 minutes.
www.starwoodhotels.com |
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HOTEL
Bakubung Bush Lodge, Pilanesberg National Park
- 4 Star
Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this superb lodge. Built in a horseshoe shape enabling guests to watch hippos bathing in the central waterhole. Activities include floodlit tennis, volleyball, action cricket, board games, table tennis and darts.
www.legacyhotels.co.za |
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HOTEL
Southern Sun North Beach Hotel, Durban –
4 Star
The hotel is located on Durban's scenic Golden Mile, guaranteeing all rooms stunning ocean views! Cross the road to world-renowned surfers' paradise, North Beach. Within easy reach of all Durban’s main attractions including Kingsmead.
www.southernsun.com |
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Protea President Hotel, Cape Town – 4 Star
Overlooking beautiful Bantry Bay, the President is only 10 minutes from the V & A Waterfront,
and 5 minutes from Clifton Beach.
www.protea-hotels.co.za |
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HOTEL
Sandton Sun, Johannesburg – 5 Star
In our opinion, the Sandton Sun is the only place to stay in Johannesburg! Hotel facilities are top class and,
best of all, it is linked directly to both Mandela Square, with its myriad of restaurants and bars, and Sandton
City - South Africa's premier shopping complex.
www.southernsun.com |
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The Royal Livingstone, Victoria Falls, Zambia - 5 Star
The Royal Livingstone is truly wonderful! Travel back in time to the elegance and luxury of an earlier,
more courteous age. After the exhilaration of visiting the falls, relax under shaded verandas on the forested
banks of the mighty Zambezi River sipping a cool sundowner. Facilities are first class and service is superb!
www.suninternational.com |
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