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1st & 2nd Tests Plus Queenstown Extension – Penguin (Excl. Intl. Flights)

Package includes:

  • Guaranteed Test Match Tickets to the first two Test Matches
  • 19 nights' 4★ accommodation on a B&B basis
  • Domestic flights
  • Airport Transfers for domestic flights
  • Gullivers Tour Merchandise
  • Welcome Drinks & Tour Group Dinner
  • Exclusive Gullivers Cricket Forum
  • Dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager escorting the tour group
  • Match Transfers (where applicable)

Highlights

  • Be part of a tour group to see the first two Test Matches in New Zealand
  • 5 nights in stunning Queenstown
  • Optional add-on sightseeing opportunities to enhance your New Zealand experience
  • Option to upgrade your Test Match tickets in Wellington

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At a glance

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Guaranteed Tickets to the 1st & 2nd Test Matches

Our England Cricket Tour to New Zealand package includes those all-important guaranteed 100% official match tickets to the first two Test matches in Christchurch and Wellington. General Admission tickets are included - in Wellington there is the option to upgrade to a Category B ticket (+£25pp), or a Category A ticket (+45pp).

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4★ Accommodation

Follow the Series around New Zealand with 19 Nights 4★ hotel accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis. This Penguin Tour includes stays in Queenstown, Christchurch and Wellington.

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Domestic Flights

Domestic flights in New Zealand are also included (where listed in the itinerary).

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Transfers in New Zealand

Airport transfers by coach are included for all domestic flights, as well as any overland touring whilst in New Zealand. Match Transfers are also included (where applicable).

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Exclusive Gullivers Cricket Evening

Exclusive Gullivers Cricket Evening

A highlight of many a Gullivers trip, our popular Gullivers cricket evening will be back in New Zealand. With past guests including Jonathan Agnew, Phil Tufnell, Jim Maxwell, Sir Alastair Cook, Steve Harmison, Graham Gooch, and many, many more this is a fantastic opportunity to get a unique insight into the game.

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Gullivers Social Events

As part of the tour itinerary your trip will begin with welcome drinks and an opportunity to meet your Tour Manager and fellow tourists. A group dinner hosted by your Tour Manager is also included during your trip.

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Tour Manager

To ensure you have the best possible experience on tour, you will have a dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager escorting your tour group in New Zealand. They will be supported by an extensive office and on-site operations team.

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Optional Sightseeing Excursions

To ensure that you can enjoy and experience New Zealand to its fullest, whether you are looking for adrenaline-filled activity or sampling local food and drink we will have a range of optional excursions for you to add to your England Cricket Tour to New Zealand package so you are only paying for what you want.

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The Cricket Experts

Gullivers Sports Travel have been touring to New Zealand for many years both for cricket and rugby. We pride ourselves on our passion for cricket, travel and delivering fantastic tours.

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Book with Confidence

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.

Full itinerary

  • Day 1

    Arrive Queenstown

    Make your own way to Queenstown where you will be staying for five nights on a B&B basis. 

    Queenstown is a favourite of Gullivers across many tours with it's breath-taking scenery, laidback lifestyle and its huge variety of activities available in some of the worlds most beautiful settings. 

  • Day 2-3

    Days at Leisure

    Spend two days at leisure exploring Queenstown. Whether you are choosing to relax and recover from the long flight or heading straight out to book one of Queenstowns' many white knuckle adventure excursions, a walk along the lake in the town centre is always welcome. 

    In the afternoon of Sunday we have a sightseeing tour included - highlights include a visit to historic Arrowtown, and the Edith Cavall Bridge which spans over the rugged Shotover River.

    Sunday evening, join with other tour group members and staff for welcome drinks. 

    Welcome Drinks

    Join with other Gullivers tour members and staff for an informal welcome to New Zealand and the 2024 cricket tour.

  • Day 4

    MILFORD SOUND

    Today we have included a day trip to Milford Sound. Starting early we board the coach for the drive south towards Milford Sound. Whilst this is a long day the views once on Milford Sound are worth every minute! With coffee and viewing stops along the way there is plenty to see and this has been a favourite moment for many on previous trips. Once we get to Milford Sound we will take a cruise on the water along the fiord and admire the  waterfalls and wildlife. Milford Sound has some of the world's freshest water and is a bucket list destination for many. 

    Lunch is included today on this excursion.

    Milford Sound Day Trip

    This excursion is included in your package.

  • Day 5

    DAY AT LEISURE

    Enjoy a relaxing day in Queenstown. 

    Although famous for it's adrenaline fuelled activities, Queenstown is also boasts a bustling food and wine scene - Pinot Noir is the award-winning and iconic grape of this region. There are also plenty of walking trails around the city which offer stunning views, and Onsen Hot Pools, overlooking the Shotover River, is always a popular retreat to relax.

  • Day 6

    Queenstown to Christchurch

    Today we depart Queenstown to join the other tour party members in Christchurch ahead of the first Test Match. 

    Queenstown to Christchurch

    Departs: 
    TBC
    Arrives: 
    TBC
    Airline: 
    TBC
  • Day 7-11

    1st Test Match

    It's finally here! With the ground a short walk from your hotel, make your own way to the Hagley Oval for each day of the Test.

    The last Test match England played here ended in a draw, though Mark Wood did get his only Test match half-century to date.

    1st Test Match - Christchurch

    Play Starts: 
    11.00
  • Day 12

    Day at Leisure

    A day at leisure to enjoy in Christchurch. The Botanical Gardens in Hagley Park are a great way to experience some of the local flora, or the gondola offers breath-taking views of Christchurch and beyond.

    The Riverside Market in the CBD is also a popular choice, offering plenty of food vendors, unique arts and crafts, and local produce.

  • Day 13

    Christchurch to Wellington

    Today we head to the North Island in preparation for the second Test!

    On arrival into Wellington we will transfer to the hotel for a seven night stay. 

    Nestled between green hills and a sparkling harbour, Wellington is a vibrant city with a buzzing art, music, theatre and restaurant scene, as well as designer and boutique shopping. Wellington is also home to the New Zealand Parliament and the national museum, Te Papa.

    Christchurch to Wellington

    Departs: 
    TBC
    Arrives: 
    TBC
  • Day 14

    Day at Leisure

    A day to become accustomed to your new surroundings in Wellington.

    Wellington is renowned for its vibrant culture - Hannah's Laneway is right in the heart of the city and is the perfect place to taste some local flavours or pick up some souvenirs. Another must-do is the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, which will give you a great insight into Maori culture.

    Gullivers Cricket Evening

    Tonight enjoy the Gullivers Cricket Evening as we get together with friends from the cricketing world to hear the inside track on the England team and the game in general

  • Day 15-19

    2nd Test Match

    Each morning transfer with the group to the Basin Reserve for all five days of the second Test. At the end of each day's play, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

    This was the venue for The Black Caps astonishing victory in 2023, by one run!

    2nd Test Match - Wellington

    Play Starts: 
    11.00
  • Day 20

    Depart New Zealand

    Today we say our goodbyes - check out of your hotel and make your own onward travel arrangements.

Tickets

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1st Test Match - Christchurch

Play Starts: 11.00

Hagley Oval is set against the stunning natural backdrop of the well-established trees and fields of Hagley Park. The ground pays tribute to the cricketing history of Canterbury, celebrating it's famous players - most notably Sir Richard Hadlee.

A standard general admission ticket is included in your package. Exact seating location is still to be confirmed. Deck chairs will be provided for the grassbanks.

Tickets: 
General Admission – Grassbanks
Venue: 
Hagley Oval
Capacity: 
8,000 (increases for International matches)
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2nd Test Match - Wellington

Play Starts: 11.00

One of the most popular cricket grounds in the world, and is labelled as a Historic Area in New Zealand. Turned from a swamp into a cricket ground in 1857, it's the oldest Test cricket stadium in New Zealand, and is also the location where now England coach Brendon McCullum scored his famous 302 in 2014. The New Zealand Cricket Museum is also housed on-site, displaying cricket memorabilia and a reference library.

A standard general admission ticket is included in your package. General admission tickets will be provided with a deckchair for the grassbanks. Exact seating location is still to be confirmed. You have the option to upgrade to a Category B ticket (Old Museum Stand) for +£25pp, or a Category A ticket (R.A. Vance Stand) for +£45pp. Category B & A tickets still allow you access to the grassbanks.

Tickets: 
General Admission – Grassbanks
Venue: 
Basin Reserve
Capacity: 
11,600

Accommodation

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside, Queenstown

Spacious and contemporary accommodation awaits you at the Novotel Queenstown Lakeside. The fresh air of the region is all around as you settle into the central location on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Elements Restaurant offers seasonal cuisine and Alfresco dining in the Rose Garden from 5pm daily.

Features: 

  • Elements Restaurant with outdoor seating
  • Onsite Gym & Hot Tub

We chose this hotel because: 

  • Tranquil lakeside property

Double Tree Chateau on the Park Christchurch, Christchurch

Chateau on the Park in Christchurch offers a harmonious blend of refined elegance and natural beauty. Its Tudor-style architecture exudes a timeless charm, setting the tone for a memorable stay just moments away from the vibrant heart of Christchurch and just a short walk from Hagley Oval. Chateau on the Park has multiple dining options, The Garden Court Brasserie serving local produce and the cozy Den Bar offering cocktails and light bites. If you need time to relax, why not head to the outdoor swimming pool.

Features: 

  • On-site bar and restaurant
  • Fitness centre including outdoor pool

We chose this hotel because: 

  • Set on 5 acres of gardens

Rydges Wellington, Wellington

Centrally located on downtown Featherston Street with a unique combination of harbour and city outlooks, the Rydges Wellington offers 280 comfortable bedrooms equipped with modern amenities. The hotel offers fantastic leisure facilities including a swimming pool and gym as well as an on-site restaurant and bar

Features: 

  • Swimming Pool
  • On-site bar & restaurant

We chose this hotel because: 

  • Centrally located on Featherston Street