The Opener Tour
1st Test, Centurion

  Sun 13 Dec - Tue 22 Dec (10 days)
 

Plus options to spend 3 nights on safari either before or after the test match

 

Head to the national Capital – Pretoria – for the opening shots of the series at the 1st Test in Centurion. You may also choose to a luxury wildlife safari at Pilanesberg National Park, either before or after the main tour.

 
Tour Prices
(per person)
Double/Twin
Single
Premium Economy Upgrade
Upper Class Upgrade
 
 
The Opener Tour
£2,500
£3,000
£600
on request
 
 
Safari Option
£700
£900
N/A
N/A
 

 

  TOUR ITINERARY

 
           
 

  Pre Tour Safari Option

 
  Thu 10 Dec     Depart London Heathrow, Terminal 3, at 18:00 on Virgin Atlantic flight VS601  
           
  Fri 11 Dec     Upon arrival at Johannesburg at 07:05, transfer by coach (3 hours) to the Ivory Tree Game Lodge in Pilanesberg National Park. Early evening, enjoy your first, unforgettable open-topped safari, followed by an open air dinner at the traditional 'boma'  
           
  Sat 12 –
Sun 13 Dec
    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  
           
  Mon 14 Dec     Final chance for an early morning game drive before departing Pilanesberg by coach to Pretoria to join the main tour ... see below  
           
           
  Sun 13 Dec     Depart London Heathrow, Terminal 3, at 18:00 on Virgin Atlantic flight VS601  
           
  Mon 14 Dec     Upon arrival at Johannesburg at 07:05, transfer by coach to the Sheraton, Pretoria hotel. This evening join us for our 'Welcome' cocktail party, where you will have the opportunity to get to know the rest of the group  
           
  Tue 15 Dec     Full day tour of Pretoria and surrounds, including the Voortrekker monument, the Union Buildings and Melrose House. Lunch is included  
           
  Wed 16 –
Sun 20 Dec
  1st Test, SuperSport Park, Centurion
Uniquely situated in a 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 included
 
           
  Thu 17 Dec     Cricket Cocktail Party this evening, featuring a famous cricket personality  
           
  Sun 20 Dec     Join us this evening for our sumptuous Farewell Dinner, including 3 courses and drinks  
           
  Mon 21 Dec     Transfer to Johannesburg airport to depart on Virgin Atlantic flight VS602 departing at 21:45  
           
  Tue 22 Dec     Arrival at London Heathrow Terminal 3 at 06:50  
           
         
 

  Safari Optional Extension

 
  Mon 21 Dec     Transfer by coach (3 hours) to the Bakubung Game Lodge in Pilanesberg National Park. Early evening, enjoy your first, unforgettable open-topped safari, followed by an open air dinner at the traditional 'boma'  
           
  Tue 22 –
Wed 23 Dec
    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  
           
  Thu 24 Dec     Final chance for an early morning game drive before departing Pilanesberg by coach to Johannesburg to depart on Virgin Atlantic flight VS602 departing at 21:45  
           
  Fri 25 Dec     Arrival at London Heathrow Terminal 3 at 06:50  
           
           

HOTEL

Ivory Tree Lodge, Pilanesberg National Park - 5 Star Ivory Tree Lodge
Nestled in the basin of an ancient amphitheatre, divided by riverine woodlands and elephant trails, lies this exclusive lodge. Between exciting game drives, relax in style, enjoying your luxurious surroundings.

www.ivorytreegamelodge.com

HOTEL

Sheraton, Pretoria – 5 StarHotel Sheraton, Pretoria
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

HOTEL

Bakubung Bush Lodge, Pilanesberg National Park - 4 Star Bakubung Bush Lodge
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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