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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, as well as the Hurricanes v The British & Irish Lions match in Wellington.
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Stay for 16 nights in our chosen hotels, including two nights at the Sky City Grand Auckland, seven nights at the Bolton Wellington, four nights at the St Moritz Queenstown, and a further three nights at the Sky City Grand Auckland.
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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), sightseeing and functions are all included in your package.
Entry is included to the Official Lions Supporter Village in Wellington on the day of the 2nd 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 3rd Test, these can be added to your booking at a cost of £200pp per test match. As part of your Lions package you will 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.
As part of your tour we have included sightseeing excursions for you to experience some of the scenic highlights of New Zealand. From Wellington, a full day's Gourmet wine tour and in Queenstown, take the iconic Gondola for awe-inspiring views of the region followed by lunch.
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To ensure you have the best possible experience on tour, you will have a dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager with your group every step of the way.
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, where you will be met and transferred to the Sky City Grand Hotel, Auckland 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 for welcome drinks with your Tour Manager before going on to the Gullivers Rugby Forum where you'll join some famous faces from previous Lions tours for an evening of lively discussion and insight into the current tour. Location will be advised.
After months of anticipation, the big day dawns and you will spend the morning preparing for the game ahead. A special day that will forever live in the hearts of every Lions fan as the tourists prepare to face the wrath of the All Blacks at Eden Park.
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 airport for your flight to Wellington. New Zealand's capital and host to the next two games on the Lions touring itinerary.
On arrival, transfer to the Bolton Hotel for the next seven nights on a bed and breakfast basis.
The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this compact yet cosmopolitan city.
Today, you have the whole day to get to know Wellington and explore this charming city.
A great way to start is by taking the historic cable car. For stunning views of the harbour to include the South Island on a clear day, the Wellington Cable Car is a funicular railway which runs between Lambton Quay, the main shopping street, and Kelburn, a suburb in the hills overlooking the central city, rising 120m over a length of 612m. Emerging at the top, check out the stunning views and Cable Car Museum.
Return trips are available or you can take a leisurely walk through Wellington Botanic Garden and historic Bolton Street Cemetery, to the National Parliament Building, known as the Beehive. The walk offers a fascinating insight into the fauna and flora of New Zealand as well as a snapshot into the past as you wander around the cemetery with lasting monuments to the origins of New Zealand's first settlers.
Take a stroll to Courtney Place, the city's main square with it's bars and restaurants and home to the iconic Embassy Theatre. This historic theatre was built in 1926 and hosted the premiere of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. A nostalgic venue to see a film.
After a leisurely lunch in one of the city's cool cafes, take time to visit the Te Papa Tongarewa Museum, New Zealand’s national museum. Te Papa, as it’s colloquially known, means ‘our place’ and is one of the best interactive museums in the world.
Day at leisure before making your way to the Westpac Stadium for the Lions' eighth match of the tour against the Hurricanes.
Today, why not take a bus from the city to the summit of Mount Victoria for a 360-degree panorama of Wellington? More recently, Mount Victoria provided a filming location for the first movie in the Lord of the Rings trilogy directed by Peter Jackson - himself a devoted Wellingtonian. On the slopes of the mountain, just minutes from the sophistication of modern Wellington, terrified hobbits hid from Black Riders in dense forest undergrowth.
This morning, depart on a full day wine tasting and gourmet food tour in the nearby Wairapa wine region, a short drive from central Wellington.
Visit four boutique Martinborough vineyards, meet some of the families behind the vineyards and learn how this sleepy, rural town blossomed into an internationally renowned wine region. The tour includes wine tastings, a delightful gourmet lunch in the charming Martinborough wine village, sweet delights and a delicious cheese platter and coffee at a local Martinborough cafe late afternoon
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.
Bring your boots for a game or come along and support the Gullivers Barbarians at our rugby club visit in Wellington.
After a leisurely breakfast, we have included entry today to the Official Lions Supporter Village in Wellington. Prior to the game, enjoy food, drink and entertainment from a host of Lions greats before heading across to the Westpac Stadium for the 2nd Test.
This morning, check out of your hotel and you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Queenstown.
The jewel in the South Island's crown Queenstown is a must see destination for anyone visiting New Zealand,
On arrival, check in to the Hotel St Moritz for four nights on a bed and breakfast basis. Situated overlooking Lake Wakatipu, the hotel offers 5 star luxury.
This morning after a late breakfast, take the Skyline Queenstown cable car up to the top of Bob's Peak for awe-inspiring views of the region. Lunch is included at the scenic Stratosfare Restaurant and Bar.
After lunch, there is some free time to explore and take in the breathtaking views from the viewing deck. The more adventurous may like to try the downhill luge ride (additional cost) before making your way back down to Queenstown in the cable car.
Rest of the day is free to enjoy the splendid scenery and charm of Queenstown.
Day free to enjoy Queenstown.
Dubbed the Adventure Capital of the World, there are so many heart stopping and hair raising activities on offer that the choice is endless. From bungy jumping, sky diving and jet boating in some of the most scenic locations in the world, to fine dining in some of New Zealand’s most prestigious restaurants. Queenstown has something for everyone and caters to all interests.
A more relaxing activity is to take a cruise on Lake Wakatipu aboard the iconic steamship, the TSS Earnslaw. This is undoubtedly one of the best ways to experience Queenstown’s famed scenic beauty. Or if you fancy something even quieter, hire a local fisherman to take you out on to the still and tranquil water for a few hours fishing.
This evening, enjoy dinner in one of the restaurants on the shores of Lake Wakatipu.
Free day to enjoy Queenstown.
Take the shotover jet boat ride for a thrilling ride through the Shotover gorge, relax at the hotel or take the shuttle into town for some shopping and a long lunch in one of the bars or restaurants.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight to Auckland.
On arrival check in to the Sky City Grand Hotel for a 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 breakfast, head down to the Viaduct area to join the hundreds of Lions supporters all eagerly anticipating tonight's Test match.
A few hours before kick off, head over to Eden Park for the 3rd and final Test in The British & Irish Lions Tour 2017.
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.
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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 eighth match of The British & Irish Lions Tour to New Zealand.
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.
Ideally situated in the heart of Auckland's Central Business District, with many of the City's most impressive attractions and eateries literally on the doorstep, the Sky City Grand Hotel offers guests a truly five-star experience.
The Bolton is an independent hotel that provides a high degree of comfort and privacy. All rooms offer iPad minis and free wifi on multiple devices as well as Smart TV's. The Artisan Dining House offers an experience in itself with good food and great detail. Offering a range of 5 Star services your stay at The Bolton is sure to be a special one
The Hotel St Moritz is idyllically situated in Queenstown overlooking Lake Wakatipu with views of The Remarkables mountain range. Inside you will find bespoke furniture, refreshing colours and a style and elegance befitting a property in such a wonderful location. Lombardi, an award winning restaurant with incredible views, boasts a carefully crafted wine list that focuses on the famous Pinot Noir variety renowned in the Central Otago Region. A luxury hotel in a stunning setting.
