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

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 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.