Duke Tour – 5th Test-only

Package includes:

  • Silver tickets for the 5th Test
  • 10 nights' hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • Return international flights included, plus airport and match transfers

Highlights

  • Arrives in time for you to enjoy New Year's Eve in Sydney
  • Welcome Drinks Reception
  • Exclusive Gullivers Cricket Forum
  • Exclusive Final Dinner
  • Exclusive Tour Merchandise
  • Gullivers Representatives

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At a glance

Silver tickets to the 5th Test

Silver tickets are guaranteed and included in the cost of your package. Gullivers has been appointed as a Licensed Travel Operator of the Cricket Australia Travel Office, so you can be assured that your tickets are secured and official. There is also the option to upgrade to hospitality for an additional cost in each Test venue.

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10 nights' hotel accommodation

Stay at the 4★ Rydges World Square Sydney for ten nights on a bed and breakfast basis.

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Flights

International flights from the UK are included.

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Transfers

Return airport transfers and return match transfers in Sydney.

Gullivers Cricket Forum

During your tour in Sydney, you are invited to attend our exclusive Gullivers Cricket Forum hosted by Jonathan Agnew where you will be joined by fellow enthusiasts, as well as guests from the world of cricket for a Q&A session on the Test Series.

Gullivers Social Events

Join Gullivers staff and your fellow tourists at our Welcome Drinks function on your first evening in Sydney and for New Year, you will be offered the option to join us for an informal evening in a local restaurant or to upgrade to a special New Year’s Eve Harbour Cruise...or do your own thing!

Extras

There will be opportunities to purchase a fantastic variety of additional day trips and tours to supplement your time in Australia. Amongst these will be the Gullivers XI - your chance to play cricket in Sydney prior to the 5th Test against a local Aussie side. Whether you are playing or supporting, don’t miss the chance to mix with the local cricketing fraternity!

Gullivers Representatives

Gullivers Representatives accompany you throughout your tour offering assistance and advice.

Full itinerary

  • Day 1

    Depart UK

    Depart London Heathrow for Singapore this evening. 

    The trip of a lifetime lies ahead as you arrive in Sydney for what could be the deciding test of the Series. Will England avenge the Series defeat from 2013/14 on Australian soil. 

    Flight from London Heathrow to Singapore

    Departs: 
    2035 hours
    Arrives: 
    1730 hours (next day)
  • Day 2

    In flight

    Arrive in Singapore and transfer for your connecting flight to Sydney. 

    Flight from Singapore to Sydney

    Departs: 
    2040 hours
    Arrives: 
    0740 hours (next day)
  • Day 3

    Arrive Sydney

    Arrive in Sydney, clear customs and immigration and transfer to your hotel for a ten night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.

    This evening, get to know your tour group at the Welcome Drinks with your Tour Manager in the hotel bar.

    Rydges World Square

    Ten nights at the Rydges World Square

    Welcome Drinks

  • Day 4

    Day at Leisure

    Where better to enjoy New Year's Eve than in Sydney? You are free to make your own arrangements and see in the New Year however you wish. Should you wish to do something with Gullivers we are offering two options (available at an additional cost) and these will be a New Year's Eve Cruise on the harbour with great view of the fireworks or a land based restaurant option.

  • Day 5

    Day at leisure

    Day at leisure to recover from the excesses of New Year’s Eve!

    Take a stroll down to the many cafes and bars at The Rocks, or go on a boat trip around the harbour taking in the iconic sights of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

  • Day 6

    Gullivers XI Cricket Match

    Today we are hoping to arrange a Gullivers XI cricket match against a local Sydney club. Always a highlight on our tours, whether you are playing or supporting, don’t miss the chance to mix with the local cricketing fraternity. Details will be sent to you on how to join in on this event after your booking has been received.

  • Day 7

    Day at leisure

    A free day to enjoy Sydney. Why not consider a morning sightseeing tour taking in the many sights of Sydney to include the Opera House, Darling Harbour and Bondi Beach?  In the afternoon we recommend you take a ferry across to Manly for fantastic views and a chance to explore another beautiful part of this wonderful city. 

  • Day 8

    5th Test

    Return transfer to the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) for day one of the Sydney Test.  Journey time is approximately 15 minutes without traffic.

    Gullivers Cricket Forum

    One evening during the Test, you are invited to a Gullivers Cricket Forum for an opportunity to hear the views of well-known names from the cricketing world, hosted by Jonathan Agnew.

    Australia v England 5th Test Match

    Day 1

  • Day 9

    5th Test

    Return transfer to the Sydney Cricket Ground for day two of the Sydney Test.  

    Australia v England 5th Test Match

    Day 2

  • Day 10

    5th Test

    Return transfer to the SCG for day three of the Sydney Test.  

    Australia v England 5th Test Match

    Day 3

  • Day 11

    5th Test

    Return transfer to the SCG for day four of the Sydney Test.  

    Australia v England 5th Test Match

    Day 4

  • Day 12

    5th Test

    Return transfer to the SCG for day five of the Sydney Test.  Please note that all tickets are General Admission on day five.

    This evening enjoy an End of Tour dinner with your tour manager and the rest of your tour party.

    Australia v England 5th Test Match

    Day 5

  • Day 13

    Depart Sydney

    Check out of the hotel and transfer to Sydney Airport for your return flight to London Heathrow via Singapore.

    Flight from Sydney to Singapore

    Departs: 
    1610 hours
    Arrives: 
    2120 hours

    Flight from Singapore to London Heathrow

    Departs: 
    2345 hours
    Arrives: 
    0555 hours (next day)
  • Day 14

    Arrive back in UK

    Arrive London Heathrow and make your own onward arrangements.

    End of tour!

Tickets

Silver Tickets to the 5th Test

Details about each of the stadiums are below.

Australia v England 5th Test, Sydney

Could this be the deciding Test for the Series? Be there to witness every ball from your Silver category seats, located in the Churchill/Brewongle Stands, Lower Lever, Slips to Gully, with some shade in the afternoon.

Tickets: 
Silver
Venue: 
Sydney Cricket Ground
Capacity: 
46,000

Cricket Australia Official Hospitality Upgrades

If you would like to upgrade your match ticket to a hospitality ticket and enjoy the game from the comfort of the Cricket Club as a guest of Cricket Australia there are two options. The Cricket Club is a sophisticated, yet relaxed environment. The hospitality includes an entertaining guest appearance and a dedicated reception service offering an all-day concierge service. For Days 1-3 of play you will be a guest of Cricket Australia in Official Hospitality, on day 4 of play you will receive a platinum seating ticket and on day 5 the ticket will be general admission. The Two options are: Cricket Club Dining - sit down meal during the main break. Beverages served throughout the day, including premium wine and beer, soft drinks, espresso coffee and tea. Lounge access throughout the day Sydney upgrade cost £1275pp Cricket Club Lounge - Grazing menu if offered throughout the day/night, with a range of canapes and dishes accompanied by a feature food station within the lounge and a beverage package including wine,beer and soft drinks. , Sydney upgrade cost £1095pp

Accommodation

Rydges World Square, Sydney

Enjoying a fantastic location in central Sydney, Rydges World Square is right next to the World Square Shopping centre and just a short walk from Chinatown and Darling Harbour. A modern Australian menu is offered in Sphere Restaurant and Square Bar offers cocktails and a great variety of beers. This modern hotel with modern comforts and friendly staff is a great option whilst staying in Sydney.

Features: 

  • The Sydney Cidery Bar
  • Amber Restaurant – specialising in modern Australian cuisine

We chose this hotel because: 

  • Luxurious guest rooms
  • Convenient central location