Gully Tour – 1st, 2nd & 3rd Tests

Package includes:

  • Gold tickets for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Tests
  • 28 nights' hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • Return international and all domestic flights, included plus airport transfers and match transfers in Brisbane & Perth

Highlights

  • Includes a visit to the Barossa Valley
  • Welcome Drinks Reception
  • Exclusive Gullivers Cricket Forum
  • Gullivers Exclusive Final dinner
  • Exclusive tour merchandise
  • Gullivers Representatives

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At a glance

Gold tickets to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd Tests

Gold 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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28 nights' hotel accommodation

Stay at 4★ hotel accommodation at all three Test locations on a bed and breakfast basis; nine nights at the Capri by Fraser in Brisbane, eight nights at the Hilton Hotel in Adelaide, three nights at the Novotel Barossa Valley and eight nights at the Four Points by Sheraton Perth.

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Flights

International flights from the UK and all domestic flights in Australia are included.

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Transfers

Return airport transfers and return match transfers in Brisbane and Perth. (The Adelaide hotel is within walking distance to the ground).

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Gullivers Cricket Forum

In Adelaide, 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.

Barossa Valley Trip

A three night trip is included in your tour to the Barossa Valley, South Australia's beautiful wine region.

Gullivers Social Events

Join Gullivers staff and your fellow tourists at our Welcome Drinks function on your first evening in Brisbane and at a Final Dinner in Perth.

Tour Extras

There will be opportunities to purchase a fantastic variety of additional day trips and tours to supplement your time in Australia.

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Gullivers Representatives

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

Full itinerary

  • Day 1

    Depart UK

    Depart the UK from your chosen airport today. You will stop on the way to change planes and continue your journey onwards.

    The trip of a lifetime lies ahead as you follow the England cricket team around Australia as they look to avenge the Series defeat from 2013/14 on Australian soil. This itinerary takes you to the first three tests in Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth, as well as to the Barossa Valley for three nights. 

    Flight from London Heathrow to Brisbane

    Flight from the UK to Brisbane, Australia

  • Day 2

    Arrive in Brisbane

    Arrive at your stopover and connect onwards for your flight to Brisbane.

    Arrive in Brisbane, clear customs and immigration and transfer to the Next Brisbane for an nine 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.

    Next Brisbane

    Nine nights at the Next Brisbane

  • Day 3

    Day at leisure

    Spend the day at leisure, today you have the opportunity to explore the vibrant city of Brisbane.

  • Day 4

    1st Test

    Return transfers are included to/from the Gabba Stadium for the much anticipated day one of the Ashes Test Series.  Journey time is approximately ten minutes without traffic.

    Australia v England 1st Test Match

    Day 1

  • Day 5

    1st Test

    Return transfer to the Gabba for day two of the Brisbane Test. 

    Australia v England 1st Test Match

    Day 2

  • Day 6

    1st Test

    Return transfer to the Gabba for day three of the Brisbane Test. 

    Australia v England 1st Test Match

    Day 3

  • Day 7

    1st Test

    Return transfer to the Gabba for day four of the Brisbane Test.

    Australia v England 1st Test Match

    Day 4

  • Day 8

    1st Test

    Return transfer to the Gabba for day five of the Brisbane Test. Please note that all tickets will be General Admission on day five.

    Australia v England 1st Test Match

    Day 5

  • Day 9

    Day at leisure

    Today you have the opportunity to explore the vibrant city of Brisbane. Perhaps take a stroll down to the Botanical Gardens or take a cruise along the Brisbane River.

  • Day 10

    Day at leisure

    A further day to explore Brisbane. How about taking a boat out to Moreton Island, just 75 mins away, for a day of relaxation and the opportunity to get up close to wild dolphins?

  • Day 11

    Depart Brisbane

    This morning, check out of the Next Hotel and transfer to Brisbane airport for your flight to Adelaide. On arrival in Adelaide, transfer to the Stamford Plaza Hotel for an eight night stay with breakfast.

    Stamford Plaza

    Eight night stay at the Stamford Plaza

  • Day 12

    Day at leisure

    Day at leisure in Adelaide. Take the time to explore this small yet appealing city. Soak up the café culture or take a tram to Glenelg for a day at the beach, just a 25 min journey away from the city.

  • Day 13

    2nd Test

    Walk from the Stamford Plaza to the Adelaide Oval, which is a 10 minute walk. Today marks a historical event, being the first ever day/night Test match.

    Australia v England 2nd Test Match

    Day 1

    Gullivers Cricket Forum

    One day 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.

  • Day 14

    2nd Test

    Make your own way from the Stamford Plaza to the Adelaide Oval for day two of the Test.

    Australia v England 2nd Test Match

    Day 2

  • Day 15

    2nd Test

    Walk from the Stamford Plaza to the Adelaide Oval for day three.

    Australia v England 2nd Test Match

    Day 3

  • Day 16

    2nd Test

    Make your own way from the Stamford Plaza to the Adelaide Oval for day four of the Test.

    Australia v England 2nd Test Match

    Day 4

  • Day 17

    2nd Test

    Walk from the Stamford Plaza to the Adelaide Oval for day five of the Test match. Please note that all tickets will be General Admission on day five.

    Australia v England 2nd Test Match

    Day 5

  • Day 18

    Day at leisure

    Final day in Adelaide. Perhaps take a wildlife tour out to Kangaroo Island, which is easily reached by sea or air. See kangaroos, wallabies, bandicoots and possums as well as seals and sea lions all living in their natural habitat.

  • Day 19

    Depart Adelaide

    This morning, check out of the Stamford Plaza and head out to the Barossa Valley for a three night stay at the Novotel Barossa Valley on a bed and breakfast basis. The rest of the day is free for you to relax and enjoy some of the Novotel’s on-site activities; an outdoor heated pool, bike hire, gym and tennis courts. For the golfers amongst you, there is the 18-hole Tanunda Pines golf course located just across the road.

    Novotel Barossa Valley

    Three night stay at the Novotel Barossa Valley.

  • Day 20

    Day at leisure

    With many famous wine producers in the region, there is plenty of opportunity to enjoy some tastings. Also in the Barossa on Saturday mornings, is the farmer's market showcasing some of the best local produce. If you are looking to go on a tour and see the best of South Australia’s Barossa Valley, why not join a wine tasting tour to include tastings and lunch? This is available as an optional excursion, bookable at an additional cost.

    Barossa Valley Wine Tasting Tour

    Optional extra at an additional cost

  • Day 21

    Day at leisure

    Final day to relax in the Barossa Valley. There are plenty of things to do, whether you wish to explore the area’s places of interest, sample more of the local wines, simply spend a day sitting around the pool, or enjoying some of the many other activities on offer. 

  • Day 22

    Depart Barossa Valley

    Check out of the hotel and return to Adelaide this morning for your flight to Perth. On arrival, transfer to the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel for an eight night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. The rest of the day is at leisure.

    Four Points by Sheraton

    Eight night stay at the Four Points by Sheraton

  • Day 23–24

    Day at leisure

    Two free days to explore Perth. Enjoy the spectacular views from Kings Park Botanical Gardens, visit the beaches at Cottesloe and Scarborough, or take a boat trip out to Fremantle with its cosmopolitan cafes, craft beers and historical architecture. 

  • Day 25

    3rd Test

    Return transfers are included to the WACA which is now confirmed as the venue for the Perth Test. 

    Australia v England 3rd Test Match

    Day 1

  • Day 26

    3rd Test

    Return transfers included to the WACA for day two of the Perth Test.

    Australia v England 3rd Test Match

    Day 2

  • Day 27

    3rd Test

    Return transfers included to the WACA for day three of the Perth Test.

    Australia v England 3rd Test Match

    Day 3

  • Day 28

    3rd Test

    Return transfers included to the WACA for day four of the Perth Test.

    Australia v England 3rd Test Match

    Day 4

  • Day 29

    3rd Test

    Return transfers included to the WACA for day five of the Perth Test. Please note that all tickets will be 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 3rd Test Match

    Day 5

  • Day 30

    Depart Perth

    Check out of the hotel and transfer to Perth Airport for your return flight to the UK. On the way you will stop to change planes. 

    Flight from Australia to UK

    Flight from Perth, Australia to UK

  • Day 31

    Arrive back in UK

    Arrive London Heathrow (or alternative UK destination) and make your own onward arrangements.

    End of tour!

Tickets

Gold Tickets to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd Tests

Details about each of the stadiums are below.

Australia v England 1st Test, Brisbane

Be there for the first ball of the 2017/18 Ashes Series in Brisbane. Gold Tickets are included in your package and these are located in the Southern Stand, Upper Level, Slips to Gully with a good chance of shade.

Tickets: 
Gold
Venue: 
Gabba
Capacity: 
42,000

Australia v England 2nd Test, Adelaide

The newly refurbished Adelaide Oval is now amongst the best cricketing venues in the world. The Adelaide test match is going to host the first Ashes Day/Night test which is something not to be missed. The Gold tickets are located in the Riverbank Stand (rear), Upper Level, Behind the Bowlers Arm to Slips with some shade in the day session.

Tickets: 
Gold
Venue: 
Adelaide Oval
Capacity: 
53,500

Australia v England 3rd Test, Perth

The venue for the 3rd Test is now confirmed as Perth's traditional cricket test ground - the WACA. Witness a significant moment in history as the last Ashes test match ever to be played at the WACA unfolds. Information on accurate seating locations will be made available shortly as soon as the details are released.

Tickets: 
Gold
Venue: 
WACA
Capacity: 
24,500

Accommodation

Next Hotel, Brisbane

The Next Hotel is located right in the middle of Queen Street Mall. With an amazing roof top pool, a 24 hour gym, 4 Free mini-bar items per day, free Wifi throughout everything is in place at The Next Hotel to make your stay as comfortable and relaxing as possible. Small touches such as free access to the in-transit zone for early arrivals or late departures and free in room movies add to this sense of relaxation and comfort. For those looking for wonderful eating and drinking options, Next has it covered. Lennons Restaurant and Bar, named after the oldest hotel in Brisbane offers a timeless Western menu using the freshest produce from the region.

Features: 

  • Rooftop pool
  • Lennons Restaurant and Bar

We chose this hotel because: 

  • Great location
  • Amazing reviews
  • Wonderful rooftop pool

Stamford Plaza Adelaide, North Terrace, Adelaide

Perfectly located - it's just a short walk from the Adelaide Oval and a short walk to restaurants. The Stamford Plaza Adelaide is a great base for visitors to South Australia.

Features: 

  • Rickshaw's Restaurant, Swish on Terrace Restaurant, TG's Restaurant
  • Cascades Cocktail Lounge
  • Short walk to the cricket

We chose this hotel because: 

  • Good location
  • Used hotel successfully before

Novotel Barossa Valley Resort Hotel, Barossa Valley

The Novotel Barossa Valley Resort Hotel offers guests the opportunity to stay in the heart of the Barossa Valley. Equipped with an onsite golf course, outdoor heated pool and tennis courts, there is plenty of opportunity to be active. Daily wine tastings are also available.

Features: 

  • Tasting room
  • Outdoor heated pool
  • Panoramic views of the Barossa Ranges

We chose this hotel because: 

  • Successfully used this hotel before
  • Great leisure facilities