Tickets to the 1st & 2nd Tests
This package includes guaranteed superior tickets to all five days of the 1st Test at the SuperSport Park Cricket Stadium and the 2nd Test at Newlands, Cape Town.
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Package includes:
- Guaranteed superior ticket to all five days of the first two Tests
- 15 nights in 4★ accommodation in Centurion and Cape Town
- Return international flights and airport transfers
Highlights
- Gullivers' Cricket Evening in Cape Town
- Welcome Drinks and Christmas function
- Fantastic range of excursions to book
- Tour merchandise
- Exclusive Gullivers Cape Town beachfront Dinner Event
- Price includes Tourism levy
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At a glance
15 nights in 4★ accommodation
Stay for seven nights in Centurion (B&B), and eight nights in Cape Town (B&B).
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Flights
Flights from London Heathrow to Johannesburg, Johannesburg to Cape Town and Cape Town to London Heathrow are included in your package. Premium economy and business class flights available on request. Should you wish to make your own flight arrangements a ground-only package is available at £3,199 per person (please note with all ground-only options, airport transfers are not included for international flights).
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Transfers
Daily return match transfers in Pretoria and Cape Town are included in your package.
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Excursions
With South Africa offering so many must-do activities, we have a number of excursions throughout the tour to book, to make this not only a cricket tour of a lifetime, but a holiday of a lifetime. Excursions available include; Cape Town City and Table Mountain tour, Cape Point, and a full day visiting the Winelands.
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Gullivers Social Events
Join us and your fellow tourists at our Welcome Drinks function on your first evening in Pretoria. We have also organised an exclusive Christmas Day lunch at Casa Toscana including a three-course meal, open bar (local beer, wine and soft drinks) and entertainment. In Cape Town we have a fantastic exclusive dinner event on the beachfront complete with 3 courses and drinks. All included in your package. Additionally, we have a variety of options for you to see in the New Year (see the extras tab)
Gullivers Cricket Evening
For one evening in Cape Town you are invited to attend the Gullivers Cricket Evening. Hosted by Jonathan Agnew, the evening offers a fantastic insight into the world of professional cricket. Previous guests include Graeme Swann, Sir Alastair Cook and Matthew Prior.
Gullivers Representatives
A dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager will be with your tour every step of the way.
Full itinerary
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Day 1
Depart UK
Make your own way to London Heathrow for your flight to Johannesburg.
Flight from London Heathrow to Johannesburg
- Departs:
- 18:10 (UK time)
- Arrives:
- 07:15 (next day, local time)
- Airline:
- British Airways
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Day 2
Arrive Johannesburg
Arrive into Johannesburg and after clearing customs and immigration you will be met and transferred to Centurion where you will be staying at the Centurion Lake Hotel for the next seven nights on a bed & breakfast basis.
Welcome Drinks
This evening get together with your tour manager and the rest of your group for welcome drinks in the hotel.
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Day 3
Christmas Day
Join your fellow Gullivers clients for Christmas Day at Casa Toscana. All our supporters come together for a festive yet informal celebration. Indulge in a delicious three-course lunch with open bar (local beer, wine & soft drinks) and entertainment.
Christmas Day Lunch at Casa Toscana
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Day 4–8
1st Test Match
Each morning transfer to SuperSport Park Cricket Stadium for all five days of the 1st Test match. Transfer back at the end of play each day.
1st Test Match
South Africa v England
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Day 9
New Years Eve
Today check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Cape Town. On arrival you will be met and transferred to where you will stay for eight nights on a bed & breakfast basis.
Rest of the day at leisure to explore the waterfront and prepare for this evening’s festivities. If you are looking for an organised event this evening to see in the New Year then we have options for you to choose from – see the extras tab for information and prices.
Flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town
- Departs:
- 10:00
- Arrives:
- 12:10
New Years Eve Options
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Day 10-11
Days at Leisure
Two days at leisure to take things easy or do some sightseeing.
On New Year’s Day you have the option to take part in our Gullivers Cricket Day! Taking place at Western Province Cricket Club, it'll gear you up nicely for the second test!
On the 2nd of January, you have can book onto one of our optional excursions. You can either head to Cape Point where you can visit the towering stone cliffs, breath-taking bays, beaches and rolling green hills and valleys, or why not take a full day out to the infamous Winelands where you can indulge in wine and cheese tasting across Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. If you want to stay closer to home, you can book onto our tour of Cape Town City itself, finishing up at one of the most prominent landmarks in South Africa - Table Mountain. The choice is yours!
1 January - Gullivers Cricket Day
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2 January - Cape Town City Tour & Table Mountain
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2 January - Cape Point Full Day Trip
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2 January - Winelands Full Day Trip
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Day 12-16
2nd Test Match
Each morning transfer to the Newlands Cricket Ground for all five days of the 2nd Test Match. On the eve of the second day, join us for an 'evening of cricket' hosted by Jonathan Agnew.
Transfer back to the hotel at close of play each day.
2nd Test Match, Cape Town
South Africa v England.
Gullivers Cricket Evening
Exclusive Gullivers beachfront Cape Town Dinner Event
As we come to the end of the your tour we have organised a fantastic exclusive Gullivers event bringing together all the tour groups at the beach front for a wonderful night of food and drink in the spectacular setting of Grand Africa Beach Café, Granger Bay. With a fire dancing display, African drumming and music this is sure to be a wonderful night. All included in your package.
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Day 17
Departure Day
Check out of your hotel this morning and transfer to Cape Town Airport for your flight to the UK via Johannesburg.
Flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg
- Departs:
- 17:00 (local time)
- Arrives:
- 19:00 (local time)
- Airline:
- British Airways
Flight from Johannesburg to London Heathrow
- Departs:
- 22:05 (local time)
- Arrives:
- 07:30 (next day, UK time)
- Airline:
- British Airways
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Day 18
Arrive UK
Arrive back at London Heathrow and make your own onward travel arrangements.
Tickets
1st Test Match, Pretoria
- Venue:
- SuperSport Park Cricket Stadium
- Capacity:
- 22,000
2nd Test Match, Cape Town
- Venue:
- Newlands Cricket Ground
- Capacity:
- 25,000
Accommodation
Centurion Lake Hotel, Pretoria
Conveniently located between Pretoria and Johannesburg and within easy walking distance of the Centurion Gautrain Station, the Centurion Hotel provides the perfect opportunity to explore both the South Africa’s capital, as well as its largest city during your free time. The bright and spacious rooms with large beds offer the perfect place to get that all-important R&R between your busy days whilst the hotel’s bar and restaurant facilities also offer a taste of the local cuisine!
Features:
- Brunos Restaurant & Bar
- Free wifi
- Outdoor Pool
We chose this hotel because:
- Great location for the Cricket
Southern Sun Waterfront, Cape Town
The Southern Sun Waterfront’s recently refurbished and impressive facilities only compliment its location in the heart of the city and Cape Town’s most tourist friendly precinct. The hotel rooms themselves are fully air-conditioned. Of an evening, why not relax by the fantastic outdoor pool or in the hotel bar, or take a 5-minute leisurely stroll to the vibrant V&A Waterfront Harbour, where the city meets the sea, with a plethora of shops, restaurants and bars.
Features:
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Outdoor Pool & Fitness Centre
- Complimentary shuttle to the V&A Waterfront
Why Gullivers?
Over 50 years in the game
Guaranteed tickets
A personal and friendly touch
