England Cricket Tour to South Africa 2019/20
Zebra Tour- ODI/T20
See the best of South Africa’s cities as we follow the ODI’s around Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg. We then take a short break from the cricket (we will watch it on the telly!) to visit the wildlife at Pilanesberg National Park before re-joining the live action at the 3rd T20 in Centurion.
| TOUR PRICES (per person, excluding international flights & match tickets) | Double/Twin | Single |
|---|---|---|
| Zebra Tour – ODI/T20 | £ 3,950 | £ 5,300 |
V & A Waterfront
Welcome function, South Africa 2016
Cable car to Table Mountain
Newlands, Cape Town
Cape of Good Hope
Wanderers Stadium
Boma
Game drive, Ivory Tree Lodge
ITINERARY
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Tuesday 28 February – 01 March
Pre-tour options to: Cape Winelands or Rovos Rail
Saturday 01 February
FLY UK – CAPE TOWN
Contact us for a tailored quote for your flights, including UK departure airport, airline, class of travel & stopover optionsSunday 02 February c
CAPE TOWN
On arrival in Cape Town, you will be met and transferred to the Southern Sun The Cullinan Hotel for a 4 night stay.This evening join your Tour Director and the other members of your tour group for our ‘Welcome’ cocktail party. Includes canapés & drinks
Monday 03 February b
CAPE TOWN
Today we take you on a city tour, including an exhilarating cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain for spectacular views over the city. This afternoon, we cruise out to fascinating Robben Island – Nelson Mandela’s former prison home.Tuesday 04 February b
1st ODI, NEWLANDS, CAPE TOWN (Day/Night game)
Newlands is arguably the most picturesque cricket ground in the world with the backdrop of Table Mountain setting the scene. Capetonians are also big cricket fans, so expect a full stadium and loads of atmosphere. This will be England’s first ODI after the Cricket World Cup. Let’s hope they are still on a high!! Coach transfers included.Wednesday 05 February bl
CAPE TOUR
Today we take the spectacular coastal drive to Cape Peninsula visiting Hout Bay, Cape Point, the Cape of Good Hope, and Boulders Beach to visit the African Penguins. Lunch includedThursday 06 February b
CAPE TOWN – DURBAN
This morning we depart Cape Town on a flight to Durban. Upon arrival we transfer by coach to the gorgeous Southern Sun Maharani Hotel located in the heart of Durban opposite the beach – our home for the next two nightsFriday 07 February b
2nd ODI, KINGSMEAD, DURBAN (Day/Night game)
Enjoy a morning at leisure on the beach or by the pool before we transfer into Durban (20 minutes) for the 2nd ODI game. Match transfers includedSaturday 08 February bc
DURBAN – JOHANNESBURG
This morning we depart Durban on a flight to Johannesburg. Upon arrival we transfer by coach to our hotel for the next three nights – the Radisson Blu Hotel.This evening, we will host a private Cricket Cocktail Party, where you will have the opportunity to meet and chat personally with our high profile cricket personality. Canapés and drinks included.
Sunday 09 February b
3RD ODI, WANDERERS, JOHANNESBURG (Day game)
After breakfast we are straight out to the ‘Bullring’, as Wanderers Stadium is known locally, for the 3rd ODI, which is a day game. Coach transfers includedMonday 10 February bl
FULL DAY TOUR
Full day tour of Johannesburg, including the amazing township of Soweto. Along the way we will visit Nelson Mandela’s former home, the very moving Hector Pieterson Memorial and the Apartheid Museum. Lunch includedTuesday 11 February bld
JOHANNESBURG – PILANESBERG
This morning we depart Johannesburg by coach to the Bakubung Bush Lodge in Pilanesberg National Park (3 hours). Pilanesberg is home to over 7,000 animals (including the Big 5 – lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant & buffalo), 360 bird species and is malaria free. On arrival we will have lunch and later take an evening game drive. We return to the Lodge for dinner in the restaurantWednesday 12 February bld
PILANESBERG
(1st T20 from East London on the TV – Evening game)
We start our day with an early morning game drive. Enjoy the tranquillity as the sun rises and Africa comes to life. Return mid-morning for breakfast and then enjoy the day relaxing by the pool, having a spa treatment or, if you are feeling energetic, there are activities such as tennis and volleyball available. Late afternoon, we will head out on the four wheel drive vehicles again to spot more wildlife as they emerge from the shade into the cooler evening air. This evening we will have dinner in the ‘Boma’, to dine to the sound of traditional entertainment, and feast on a wide selection of local flame grilled cuisine.This evening we will gather in the bar to cheer England on as we watch the 1st T20 from East London on the TV
Thursday 13 February b
PILANESBERG
Once again we start the day with an early morning game drive. As an alternative to relaxing around the resort during the day, you can visit the nearby Sun City entertainment complex for the incredible golf courses, swimming pool areas and/or casino (supplements payable).There will be a further game drive in the late afternoon/early evening
Friday 14 February b
PILANESBERG – CENTURION
(2nd T20 from Durban on the TV – Evening game)
One last chance for a morning game drive followed by a hearty breakfast. We then hit the road to Centurion where we will check into the into the Leopardsong Manor for the next three nights.This evening we will gather in the bar to cheer England on as we watch the 2nd T20 from Durban on the TV
Saturday 15 February b
CENTURION
Today we will take you on a tour of Pretoria – the administrative centre of South Africa and surrounding points of interest, including the Voortrekker monument and Union Buildings – the scene of Nelson Mandela’s historic inauguration as South Africa’s first democratically elected president.Sunday 16 February bd
3rd T20, SUPERSPORT PARK, CENTURION (Afternoon game)
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 over the Highveld beyond. Coach transfers included.Join us this evening for our celebratory end-of-tour farewell function. After a pre-dinner drink, we will sit down to enjoy a three-course dinner including beer, wine and soft drinks throughout
Monday 17 February b
JOHANNESBURG – UK
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK (arrive next day)HOTELS
The Cullinan Hotel, Cape Town – 4 star deluxe
The Cullinan hotel is a well located (15 min walk or 5 minute free shuttle) to take advantage of Cape Town’s glorious V&A waterfront – with its myriad restaurants and bars. The hotel has a classical feel and features a lovely pool, gym, restaurant and convivial bar area. Room facilities include an en-suite marble bathroom with separate bath and shower, tea and coffee making facilities, TV, mini-bar, digital safe and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Trip Advisor Reviews
Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, Durban – 4 star
In effect the property is two hotels – the larger Elangeni & the smaller, more upmarket Maharani. We will be using the Maharani. Located in the heart of Durban’s Golden Mile, the hotel is within easy reach of all Durban’s main attractions including Kingsmead Stadium. Facilities include swimming pool, restaurant, bar and boutique spa. Standard premium rooms comprises of two double beds, free WiFi, TV, En-suite bathroom, air conditioning, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities,and in room safeTrip Advisor Reviews
Radisson Blu Hotel, Sandton, Johannesburg – 5 star
Located a short distance from Nelson Mandela Square with its myriad of restaurants, and Sandton City shopping mall, the Radisson Blu is an ideal base for your stay in Johannesburg. Hotel facilities include an indoor and outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, fitness centre and restaurant.Standard rooms include complimentary WiFi, TV, tea & coffee facilities, mini bar, ensuite bathroom with shower over bath, air conditioning and in room safe
Trip Advisor Reviews
Bakubung Bush Lodge, Pilanesberg National Park – 4 star
Bakubung or “People of the Hippo” is located in the Pilanesberg National Park, a malaria free, 57,000-hectare reserve where you can see the big five from your room, or on a game drive through the reserve. The lodge is also just a ten minute drive from Sun City – the only surf-and-safari destination within a two-hour drive of landlocked Johannesburg.Standard rooms include air conditioning, coffee and tea making facilities, hairdryer, electronic safe, bathrooms with separate bath, shower and toilet
Trip Advisor Reviews
Leopardsong Manor, Centurion – 4 star
Situated in Centurion Golf Estate, the Manor is stylishly decorated in rosewood with just 18 individually decorated suites, dining areas & lounges, it provides a “home away from home” feel for guests. Located just a few minutes from the cricket stadium it is the perfect place to stay, especially if you can squeeze in a round of golf! Deluxe rooms are en suite and include tea and coffee making facilities, TV with DSTV hospitality package.Trip Advisor Reviews
