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This is Gullivers' 10th 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.
As an Official Sub-Agent for The British & Irish Lions New Zealand 2017 Travel Programme, our packages include the all-important guaranteed official match tickets to each of the three Tests in Auckland, Wellington and Auckland.
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Stay for five nights in the Novotel Ellerslie Auckland, with two nights over the weekend of the 1st Test, returning for a further three nights for the weekend of the 3rd Test. In-between, you will have the freedom to explore New Zealand in your campervan.
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Return international flights from London Heathrow to Auckland are included, as well as all your domestic flights. All airlines will stop and change plane en route to/from New Zealand. Premium Economy upgrade supplement £1599pp; Business Class upgrade supplement £4299pp - subject to airline and availability when flights come into range. Please note, if you choose to upgrade, an additional deposit of £1,000pp for Business Class and £500pp for Premium Economy is required at the time your flights are confirmed.
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Coach transfers to and from the airports, matches (where required) and Auckland functions are all included in your package.
Entry is included to the Official Lions Supporter Village in Auckland on the day of the 3rd Test. Includes food, drink and entertainment from a host of Lions greats. If you would like to attend the Official Supporters Village on the day of the 1st and/or 2nd Test, these can be added to your booking at a cost of £200pp per test match. As part of your Lions package, you will also receive a set of our exclusive Gullivers merchandise to include an official Lions shirt.
For the real rugby touring experience, there are some unique functions included in your package. Enjoy our Rugby Forum in Auckland, spend time at a local Wellington rugby club as well as sampling some local kiwi food and drink at our Gullivers Festival.
Make your way to London Heathrow to check in for your flight to Auckland. Please note the flight will be via a stopover point where you will change planes for your onward flight to Auckland.
Flights will be confirmed when they come into range eleven months prior to departure.
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Arrive into Auckland this morning and you will be met and transferred to the Novotel Ellerslie Hotel for a two night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.
Enjoy a day at leisure getting to know Auckland. Why not head down to Viaduct Harbour; this waterside area is home some of Auckland's finest restaurants and bars, and is sure to be buzzing with atmosphere ahead of the 1st Test. You can also take a harbour cruise from here, or visit the Voyager Maritime Museum.
This evening, you are invited to our exclusive Gullivers Rugby Forum where you will join some famous faces from previous Lions tours for an evening of lively discussion and insight into the current tour. Location will be advised.
This afternoon, after swapping stories in the bar with your fellow Lions fans, we will make our way out together to Eden Park for the game. The first opportunity to witness the World Champions take on the very best of the British Isles.
Return to the hotel after the match.
This morning, check out of the hotel and you will be transferred to the campervan depot to collect your vehicle and start your Kiwi adventure.
Please note each driver needs to be present and show their full valid driving licence which must be in English and the minimum age to hire is 21.
Campervans offer the freedom of the open road, allowing you to explore some of the more remote beauty spots of New Zealand.
Camping is very popular and the country as a whole is very well equipped to cater for campervans. There are many sites, called 'Holiday Parks' throughout the country, and it is recommend that that you pre-book well in advance as they are bound to fill up fast.
Further information on the parks can be found at www.holidayparks.co.nz and www.top10.nz. Look out for holiday parks that market themselves with a Qualmark Rating, anything between a 4 or 5 star should be a good standard. Please note, these details are for information only and Gullivers has not inspected any of the Holiday Parks.
Make your way to Wellington to park your campervan in one of the local Holiday Parks.
Today, we invite you to meet some of the Wellington rugby fraternity as the Gullivers Barbarians take on a local Wellington side.
Take your boots for a game or come along and support our boys on the eve of the 2nd Test. This is a great opportunity to mix and swap rugby banter in the clubhouse.
Always a popular day out with our supporters, food will be provided after the game and we anticipate there will be plenty of opportunity for you to swap stories and out sing the All Blacks supporters in their own backyard, in preparation for the Test match tomorrow.
Make your own way to the Westpac Stadium for the 2nd Test.
Continue your exploration of New Zealand travelling where the mood takes you.
Return your campervan to the Auckland depot and make your way back to the Novotel Ellerslie Hotel Auckland for a further three night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.
Rest of the day is at leisure.
After a leisurely morning, you will be transferred to the Gullivers Festival where we will all come together to celebrate the food and wine of New Zealand. We will be joined by some well known faces from previous Lions tours and enjoy the build up to what we hope will be the deciding match of the series.
After a leisurely breakfast we have included entry today to the Official Lions Supporter Village in Auckland. Prior to the game enjoy food, drink and entertainment from a host of Lions greats before heading across to Eden Park for the 3rd Test.
Return to the hotel after the match
This morning, check out of your hotel and you will be transferred out to Auckland airport for your flight home. Please note, the flight will be via a stopover point where you will change planes for your onward flight to London Heathrow.
Flights will be confirmed when they come into range eleven months prior to departure.
Arrive London Heathrow and make your own onward travel arrangements.
Tour ends.
Kick-off: TBA
The much anticipated 1st Test between the Rugby World Cup winning All Blacks and The British & Irish Lions.
Kick-off: TBA
The All Blacks take on The British & Irish Lions in the 2nd Test at the Westpac Stadium.
Kick-off TBA
The 3rd and final Test between the All Blacks and The British & Irish Lions.
Just 15 minutes drive from the city, or a short train ride away, the Novotel Ellerslie offers bright, contemporary rooms giving you all the space you need to relax. The hotel is located near the racecourse. There is a garden bar with three big screens and a beer garden in a lovely landscaped garden.
Supplied in the camper you will find your linen and bedding, kitchen essentials including crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils plus all the general living gear you'll need. The Venturer Campervan is a Mercedes Benz vehicle with a 2 adult capacity (1 Double bed or 2 singles). You can upgrade your motorhome to a 4 Berth Explorer Campervan for 2 people for an additional £150 per person if you are looking for more space, please call us about this option. The motorhome is fuelled by turbo diesel with a 75 litre fuel capacity. With your motorhome you are free to explore New Zealand as you wish. Please note that camping site space is not included in the price leaving you the option to travel as far and wide as you wish. Heating is provided in the main cab up to 240 V. Diesel or gas fuels the rear cabin (cannot be requested)
