New Zealand Test Tours

7th January 2017 By kate

From £1,850

1st Test, Auckland

Sun 18 – Tue 27 March 2018

The 1^st Test will be an historic occasion as Auckland’s legendary Eden Park hosts New Zealand’s very first day/night Test match. Apart from the cricket, the ‘City of Sails’ is a beautiful place to visit and to enjoy the world famous hospitality and friendliness of the locals. If you have time, you may wish to join our pre-Test tour to the stunning Bay of Islands.

TOUR PRICES (per person, excluding international flights and match tickets*)	Double/Twin	Single
1^st Test, Auckland	£ 1,850	£ 2,500

*Match tickets will be invoiced at cost price when released

Auckland

Viaduct Harbour

Eden Park

ITINERARY

Sunday 18 March

Fly UK to New Zealand

Because of the range of choices, we do not include the international flights in our tour price. However, we can arrange them for you taking into account your closest UK departure point, airline preference, class of travel and/or stopovers you may wish to make. Contact us to discuss your requirements. You are also free to book your own flights and/or use frequent flyer points. Whichever way you choose, you will be met at the airport on your arrival into NZ and whisked to your hotel by private transfer.

Monday 19 March

In flight

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Tuesday 20 March

Arrival in Auckland

On arrival in Auckland, you will be privately transferred to the Pullman Hotel for check in. Remainder of day is at your leisure to recover from the long journey.

Wednesday 21 March bc

This morning join us for a guided tour of the “City of Sails”, including visits to Bastion Point, Parnell Village and Viaduct Harbour, followed by a cruise on the harbour.
This evening, get to know your fellow tourists a little better at our ‘Welcome’ Cocktail Party. Canapés and drinks included.

Thursday 22 – Monday 26 March b

1^st Test, Eden Park, Auckland (Day/Night)

The Test series gets under way today at an unfamiliar time, as Eden Park hosts New Zealand’s first day/night Test match. With relatively short boundaries, we may well see some fireworks from the likes of Ben Stokes! Daily coach transfers are included.

Friday 23 March bc

Before the cricket, we will host a private ‘Cricket’ cocktail party where you will have the opportunity to hear the opinions of, and meet and chat personally with, our cricket celebrity guest. Drinks & canapés included.

Tuesday 27 March b

Today we transfer to the airport to either fly back home to the UK or on to Christchurch for the 2nd Test.

HOTEL

Pullman Hotel, Auckland – 4½ star

Central location
Superior rooms
Spa & indoor pool

6th January 2017 By kate

From £2,100

2^nd Test, Christchurch

Sun 25 March – Wed 04 April 2018

Christchurch has bounced back from the earthquake of 2011 with great resilience and creativity in re-building the city, with new structures such as the cardboard Cathedral, the shipping container mall and the new cricket stadium on Hagley Oval, where the 2^nd Test will be played. Following the Christchurch Test, you have the opportunity to join our escorted South Island Highlights optional extension.

TOUR PRICES (per person, excluding international flights and match tickets*)	Double/Twin	Single
2^nd Test, Christchurch	£ 2,100	£ 2,850

*Match tickets will be invoiced at cost price when released.

Avon river, Christchurch

Botanical Gardens

Hagley Oval, Chirstchurch

Ian Harris & Sir Richard Hadlee

ITINERARY

Sunday 25 March

Fly UK to New Zealand

Monday 26 March

In flight

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Tuesday 27 March

On arrival in Christchurch, you will be privately transferred to the Crowne Plaza Hotel for check in. Remainder of the day is at your leisure to recover from the long journey.

Wednesday 28 March bc

Today we take you on a guided half day tour of the city of Christchurch. Learn about the effects of the 2011 earthquake and see how the city is rebuilding.
This evening join us for our ‘Welcome to Christchurch’ Cocktail Party. Canapés and drinks included.

Thursday 29 March b

A day at leisure to explore Christchurch at your own pace. You may like to go whale watching at Kaikoura or take the Tranz Alpine Railway to Arthurs Pass and Greymouth (supplement payable).

Friday 30 March – Tuesday 03 April b

2^nd Test, Hagley Oval, Christchurch

The 2^nd Test will be held at the Hagley Oval – Christchurch’s new international cricket ground following the catastrophic earthquake damage to Lancaster Park/AMI Stadium. The new ground is much more of a cricket ground and less of a stadium, so the ambiance is perfect for Test cricket. And being located in the middle of Hagley Park means you can choose to either walk from the hotel alongside the River Avon (25 mins) or take our daily coach transfer.

Saturday 31 March bc

This evening we will host a private ‘Cricket’ cocktail party/forum where you will have the opportunity to meet and chat personally with our celebrity cricket guest. Canapés and drinks are included.

Tuesday 03 April bd

Join us this evening for our celebratory farewell three course dinner with drinks included.

Wednesday 04 April b

Today say farewell to Christchurch as you depart either on your return flight to the UK or continue onto our South Island Highlights optional tour.

HOTEL

Crowne Plaza – 4½ star

Newly opened in June 2017
Great city centre location
Upgraded Executive rooms

5th January 2017 By kate

From £3,950

1^st & 2^nd Tests, Auckland & Christchurch

Sun 18 March – Wed 04 April 2018

Take in both Tests of the series in New Zealand’s two most iconic cities. Start in Auckland – the North Island’s beautiful ‘City of Sails’ – for the historic first day/night Test match to be held in NZ, at the legendary Eden Park. We then fly to the South Island’s rejuvenated gem of a city – Christchurch – for the 2nd Test at Hagley Oval. Along the way, enjoy superb sightseeing days (included) and convivial functions. Following the conclusion of the 2nd Test, you have the option to join our escorted South Island Highlights extension.

TOUR PRICES (per person, excluding international flights and match tickets*)	Double/Twin	Single
1st & 2nd Tests, Auckland & Christchurch	£ 3,950	£ 5,350

*Match tickets will be invoiced at cost price when released

Auckland

Viaduct Harbour

Eden Park

Avon river, Christchurch

Botanical Gardens

Hagley Oval, Chirstchurch

ITINERARY

Sunday 18 March

Fly UK to New Zealand

Monday 19 March

In flight

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Tuesday 20 March

Arrival in Auckland

On arrival in Auckland, you will be privately transferred to the Pullman Hotel for check in. Remainder of day is at your leisure to recover from the long journey.

Wednesday 21 March bc

Thursday 22 – Monday 26 March b

1^st Test, Eden Park, Auckland (Day/Night)

Friday 23 March bc

Tuesday 27 March b

Today we transfer to the airport for our flight to Christchurch for the 2nd Test. On arrival in Christchurch, we will be privately transferred to the Crowne Plaza Hotel for check in. Remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore this lovely city.

Wednesday 28 March bc

Thursday 29 March b

A day at leisure to explore Christchurch at your own pace. You may like to go whale watching at Kaikoura or take the Tranz Alpine Railway to Arthurs Pass and Greymouth (supplement payable).

Friday 30 March – Tuesday 03 April b

2^nd Test, Hagley Oval, Christchurch

Saturday 31 March bc

Tuesday 03 April bd

Join us this evening for our celebratory farewell three course dinner with drinks included.

Wednesday 04 April b

Today say farewell to Christchurch as you depart either on your return flight to the UK or continue onto our South Island Highlights optional tour.

HOTELS

Pullman Hotel, Auckland – 4½ star

Central location
Superior rooms
Spa & indoor pool

Trip Advisor Reviews

Crowne Plaza, Christchurch – 4½ star

Newly opened in June 2017
Great city centre location
Upgraded Executive rooms

6th January 2016 By kate

From £2,350

Post Test Tour – South Island Highlights

Wed 04 – Mon 09 April 2018

Extend your stay in NZ and join our escorted luxury coach tour to the indescribably beautiful lakes and mountains, for which the South Island is famed. No picture or video can do this area justice – this truly is a ‘must see’ destination! The first glimpse of Aoraki/Mount Cook across the turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki is one that will last you a lifetime. As will the majesty of Milford Sound, which was once described by Rudyard Kipling as the ‘8th Wonder of the World’. And if the scenery in Queenstown isn’t enough to take your breath away, how about a ride on a hair-raising jet boat or a bungee jump?

TOUR PRICES (per person, excluding international flights)	Double/Twin	Single
Post Test tour – South Island Highlights	£ 2,350	£ 2,950

Tasman Glacier

Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre

Lake Wakatipu

Jet boat

ITINERARY

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We depart Christchurch this morning and travel south across the Canterbury Plains, then turn inland to Mackenzie Country (named after a 19th century sheep rustler) where we will stop for lunch at Morelea Farm. After lunch we will proceed to beautiful, turquoise coloured Lake Tekapo, stopping at the Church of the Good Shepherd before proceeding along the shores of the galacial Lake Pukaki to the highest peak in Australasia – Mount Cook. After checking in to the Hermitage Hotel, you may choose to take an amazing 30 minute helicopter flight over the Southern Alps (supplement payable).
Buffet dinner in the hotel is included this evening.

Thursday 5 Aprilbd

This morning we get up close and personal with Tasman Glacier as we board a custom built boat to journey across the Tasman Glacier Terminal Lake through the icebergs of various sizes, which have broken away from the glacier.
This afternoon there will be the opportunity to take an alpine trail walk and/or visit the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre.
Buffet dinner in the hotel is included this evening.

Friday 6 Aprilb

Today we continue on through yet more stunning scenery up to Lindis Pass, alongside the mighty Clutha River and through the spectacular Kawarau gorge to Arrowtown gold rush village and then on to NZ’s premier year-round alpine resort – Queenstown. Queenstown sits on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, set against the dramatic Southern Alps. Upon arrival, check in to Hotel St Moritz for the next three nights.

Saturday 7 Aprilb

This morning we take a spectacular 35 minute flight across glaciers, rivers, lakes & rainforest to the truly spectacular Fiordland National Park where we will take an unforgettable scenic cruise through the sheer mountains of stunning Milford Sound. We will also return to Queenstown by air.

N.B. Flights may be cancelled if weather conditions are poor, in which case we will reschedule the trip for the following day by coach to Milford (approx. 5 hours) and return by air (again weather permitting).

Sunday 8 Aprilb

Day at leisure. A chance to enjoy one or more of the optional activities Queenstown has to offer. Renowned for adventure sports such as bungy jumping and jetboat rides, it is also a base for exploring the region’s vineyards and historic mining towns.
This evening you might like to join the vintage steam ship, TSS Earnslaw for a cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Station for dinner (supplement payable).

Monday 9 Aprilb

Today we depart Queenstown by air back to the UK.

HOTELS

The Hermitage – 4 star

Amazing location in the heart of the mountains
Upgraded Premium Rooms
Buffet dinner included

Trip Advisor Reviews

Hotel St Moritz – 5 star

Great location in the heart of Queenstown
Boutique hotel
Lakeview rooms

New Zealand Test Tours

1st Test, Auckland

Sun 18 – Tue 27 March 2018

ITINERARY

Fly UK to New Zealand

In flight

Arrival in Auckland

1st Test, Eden Park, Auckland (Day/Night)

HOTEL

Pullman Hotel, Auckland – 4½ star

2nd Test, Christchurch

Sun 25 March – Wed 04 April 2018

ITINERARY

Fly UK to New Zealand

In flight

2nd Test, Hagley Oval, Christchurch

HOTEL

Crowne Plaza – 4½ star

1st & 2nd Tests, Auckland & Christchurch

Sun 18 March – Wed 04 April 2018

ITINERARY

Fly UK to New Zealand

In flight

Arrival in Auckland

1st Test, Eden Park, Auckland (Day/Night)

2nd Test, Hagley Oval, Christchurch

HOTELS

Pullman Hotel, Auckland – 4½ star

Crowne Plaza, Christchurch – 4½ star

Post Test Tour – South Island Highlights

Wed 04 – Mon 09 April 2018

ITINERARY

HOTELS

The Hermitage – 4 star

Hotel St Moritz – 5 star

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1^st Test, Eden Park, Auckland (Day/Night)

2^nd Test, Christchurch

2^nd Test, Hagley Oval, Christchurch

1^st & 2^nd Tests, Auckland & Christchurch

1^st Test, Eden Park, Auckland (Day/Night)

2^nd Test, Hagley Oval, Christchurch