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Gullivers Sports Travel is an Official Sub-Agent of The British & Irish Lions Australia 2025 Travel Programme. This means that our packages include the all-important guaranteed 100% official match tickets in Gold category to the Lions' Test matches in Melbourne and Sydney.
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Follow The British & Irish Lions around Australia with 11 nights' 5★ hotel accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis. This Platypus Green Tour includes stays in Melbourne, the Hunter Valley and Sydney.
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Return international economy class flights from the UK to Australia are included. Business Class upgrades available (+£6,000pp) Premium Economy upgrades are on request (see extras tab). Domestic flights in Australia are also included (where applicable).
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Airport transfers by coach are included as well as any overland touring whilst in Australia. Match Transfers are also included in Sydney.
A firm favourite from previous Lions Tours, our popular Gullivers Lions Clubhouse Events are back again in Australia. These are included in your package where highlighted in the itinerary. Previous events include sit down Q and A’s, lively pub events with live music, wine tastings and local rugby club events. With a great atmosphere and true rugby camaraderie, these included events are sure to be highlights of your trip. As always there will be opportunities to hear from Lions Legends, previous guests include Gavin Hastings, Ben Kay, Scott Gibbs, Richard Hill, Scott Quinnell, Martyn Williams and many more.
A major highlight of touring with Gullivers is the opportunity to see Ex Lions legends at our events. After the major success of NZ 2017 we are excited to unveil our travelling Lions Ambassadors for Australia shortly. They will be there in Australia and ready to share the joy of rugby touring with you! Joining them will be a variety of other familiar faces across the tour and events.
Included in your package is some fantastic merchandise to help you support the team in Australia. This will include a range of Gullivers merchandise alongside the all-important Official Lions Replica Jersey!
To ensure you have the best possible experience on tour, you will have a dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager escorting your tour group in Australia. They will be supported by an extensive office and on-site operations team.
To ensure that you can enjoy and experience Australia to its fullest, whether you are looking for adventure thrills or sampling local food and drink we will have a range of optional excursions for you to add into your package so you are only paying for what you want!
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Rugby is Gullivers' heritage. This is Gullivers' 12th Lions Tour and we have over 30 years' experience of taking Lions supporters around the globe, creating a real rugby experience for real rugby people. You can book with confidence, safe in the knowledge you will be well looked after by our dedicated and experienced team.
The British & Irish Lions Tour of Australia
Gullivers Sports Travel have been touring to Australia for many years for supporters trips to major events such as The Ashes, Summer Tours and of course for the Lions. This will be our third Lions trip to Australia.
Gullivers Sports Travel is fully ABTA bonded, and ATOL protected when flights are included. This offers you financial protection and means that you can relax and book your trip safe in the knowledge that your booking is fully protected with a reputable tour operator.
Make your own way to the airport, check in/drop your bags off and make your way through customs. Once through customs make your way to the gate to board your indirect flight to Australia.
Economy class flight from London included with upgrades available; Return Business Class upgrade supplement +£6,000pp, Return Premium Economy upgrade on request (see extras tab).
Departure points from Manchester or Birmingham on request (see extras tab).
This flight will be indirect via a stop off point that will be confirmed once airline programmes are in range.
Upon arrival into Melbourne, after clearing customs and immigration, your Tour Manager will meet you in the airport to transfer the group to your hotel to check in for 3 nights on a bed and breakfast basis. This sports-mad city is the perfect destination for the second Test and is the Australian mecca for all things trendy and tasty. The drive in from the airport is only a short one at approximately 25-30 minutes.
This evening the group will get together with the Tour Manager for Welcome Drinks. Get to know your tour group and tour manager, reminisce on past tours and trips and share the excitement of the magic of The British & Irish Lions Tour ahead.
Meet with your Tour Manager and the rest of your group and enjoy a drink together. It's a great chance to get to know each other and have a relaxed start to the tour.
Today Gullivers Sports Travel host our exclusive Gullivers Lions Clubhouse event. A firm favourite on previous Lions Tours, our events have included sit down Q&A's with former players, local rugby club events where we have immersed with the local rugby community and pub days with live music, food and drink. A great atmosphere with great camaraderie to build the excitement ahead of the first test is the order of the day here. More details to follow.
Join Gullivers staff and fellow supporters at this exclusive event ahead of tomorrows 2nd Test against the Wallabies in Melbourne.
Today is Melbourne's turn to host a Test match, the pivotal 2nd Test of the series. Can one of the 2 teams close out a 2-0 series victory here or will it all come down to the 3rd Test in Sydney? Make your way on foot or public transport to one of the world's most iconic stadiums, the MCG.
The Melbourne Cricket Ground is often considered the mecca of cricket and with a capacity of over 100,000, expect this to be a loud one!
Check out of your Melbourne hotel this morning and transfer with the group to the airport for your flight to Sydney. Upon arrival, transfer with the group to your hotel in the Hunter Valley to check in for 3 nights on a bed and breakfast basis.
The drive up the coast from Sydney to your hotel will take approximately 2.5 hours.
Flight from Melbourne to Sydney with an onward transfer to the hotel in the Hunter Valley
Enjoy some downtime in the Hunter Valley with 2 full days at leisure.
The Hunter Valley is of course famous for its wineries, and your hotel is nestled among acres and acres of vineyards, making this the perfect opportunity to try some of Australia's best wines. A Greg Norman designed golf course is attached to your hotel for any golfers, and be sure to make the most of the fantastic spa that is on-site.
Check out of your Hunter Valley hotel this morning and transfer with the group via coach back to Sydney. The journey will take approximately 2.5 hours. Upon arrival, transfer with the group to your hotel to check in for 5 nights on a bed and breakfast basis.
Transfer from your hotel in the Hunter Valley to Sydney
Enjoy some downtime in Sydney with 2 full days at leisure.
Embark on coastal walks with breath-taking ocean views, indulge in the diverse culinary delights, explore cultural hubs such as the rocks and experience the warmth of Sydney's welcoming atmosphere. There is truly no better destination to spend your last few days in this fascinating country ahead of the final Test.
On Friday will be the final Exclusive Gullivers Lions Clubhouse event. These have long been highlights of Gullivers trips with many lasting memories made. We can't wait to share this with you.
On Friday will be the final Gullivers Lions Clubhouse event. More details to follow...it's going to be special!
The climax of this fantastic tour. The final Test of the series and the last opportunity to witness The British & Irish Lions play against Australia for the next 12 years. Will the series champion already have been crowned in Melbourne, or will it all come down to today?
Transfer with the group to the Accor Stadium for the match and back to your hotel after the game.
A coach transfer is included from your hotel to the stadium and back again after the final whistle.
One final day at leisure in Sydney before departing tomorrow.
It's a city that features on most bucket-lists for a reason, so don't miss the opportunity to get out on the water and enjoy a ferry ride over to Manly, which offers some great views. Bondi Beach is a train or bus ride away and the wonderful Bondi to Coogee walk is worth the steps.
Check out of your hotel this morning and transfer with the group to the airport to check in and clear security before boarding your indirect flight back home.
This flight will be indirect via a stop off point that will be confirmed once airline programmes are in range.
Upon arrival back into the UK, clear customs and make your own onward arrangements. We hope that you head home with some fantastic lasting memories and new friendships formed from a special trip to Australia.
Kick-off TBA
Sat amongst fellow travelling British & Irish Lions supporters, your guaranteed official ticket(s) for this Test Match are in the official Gold category of tickets.
Rugby Australia (RA) has categorised seating for each match into four different categories of ticket. 'Platinum' is the highest category, followed by 'Gold', 'Silver' and 'Bronze'
Kick-off TBA
Sat amongst fellow travelling British & Irish Lions supporters, your guaranteed official ticket(s) for this Test Match are in the official Gold category of tickets.
Rugby Australia (RA) has categorised seating for each match into four different categories of ticket. 'Platinum' is the highest category, followed by 'Gold', 'Silver' and 'Bronze'
Describing itself as the ultimate luxury hotel escape in the heart of the Melbourne city centre, the 5-star Sofitel on Collins combines French elegance seamlessly with modern luxury. With it’s unrivalled location on Collins street, the Sofitel is surrounded by many of Melbourne’s restaurants, bars and attractions providing you with a multitude of choice. Newly refurbished rooms at the hotel have been fitted with state-of-the-art modern features, including a king-size bed, 42-inch LCD hotel and Nespresso coffee machine with pods & tea.
A polished spa resort set within sweeping grounds in the breath-taking Hunter Valley, Chateau Elan provides a relaxed yet luxurious holiday experience. The property overlooks the fairways of a Greg Norman designed golf course. In terms of dining options, the 'Legends' restaurant serves high quality a la carte cuisine, while the bar also serves food out on the terrace. A number of native kangaroo's also call this property home!
Adjacent to the famous Darling Harbour, the Hyatt Regency is one of Sydney’s most popular premium hotels. The Zephyr Sky Bar boasts fantastic panoramic views of Darling Harbour; there is also an upscale cocktail bar, and one of Sydney’s oldest pubs. The bedrooms are well-appointed and offer modern decor that complements the excellent amenities. Sydney’s best-loved attractions, including the Opera House and The Rocks district are all within a 25–30-minute walk through the CBD.
When you book this package, there is an option for you to let us know your interest in upgrading your international flights to Premium Economy in the event that there is any opportunity to do so later on.
Please select the option 'Please Contact me for Premium Economy Quote' when booking and our team will get in touch with you at a later date when further information is available.
Please note - this is a request only and the price of your package will reflect economy seats, which are included. Premium Economy seats are limited and we expect demand to be high.
When you book this package, there is an option for you to let us know your interest in changing your departure point in the UK to Manchester Airport for your return international flights, in the event that there is any opportunity to do so later on.
Please select the option 'Please Contact me for Manchester Quote' when booking and our team will get in touch with you at a later date when further information is available.
Please note - this is a request only and return flights from a London Airport are included in your package as standard.
When you book this package, there is an option for you to let us know your interest in changing your departure point in the UK to Birmingham Airport for your return international flights, in the event that there is any opportunity to do so later on.
Please select the option 'Please Contact me for Birmingham Quote' when booking and our team will get in touch with you at a later date when further information is available.
Please note - this is a request only and return flights from a London Airport are included in your package as standard.
Experience it live from
£8,995
per person; based on 2 sharing a room; single supplement +£2,095; secure with a 25% deposit.pp
