Tickets to the 2nd Test
This package includes guaranteed tickets to all five days of the 2nd Test at Newlands, Cape Town (2nd Test ticket includes entry to the hospitality marquee).
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Table Mountain Purple – 10 Night Tour to the 2nd Test
Package includes:
- Guaranteed ticket to all five days of the 2nd Test
- 8 Nights in 3★ accommodation in Cape Town
- All flights and transfers
Highlights
- Gullivers' Cricket Forum
- Welcome Drinks
- Tour merchandise
At a glance
8 Nights in 3★ accommodation
Stay for eight nights in the Cape Town Ritz Hotel (B&B).
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Flights
Return flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town via Istanbul are included in your package.
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Transfers
Coach transfers to and from the airports and hotels are included in your package, also included are daily match transfers in Cape Town.
Gullivers Cricket Forum
Attend our Gullivers Cricket Forums taking place in each test match location where you will be joined by fellow enthusiasts as well as guests from the world of cricket for a Q&A session on the current series.
Gullivers Social Events
Join us and your fellow tourists at our Welcome Drinks function on your first evening in Cape Town. Please note that no arrangements have been made for New Years Eve for you. Should you wish to join the Gullivers New Years Eve Party at Simon’s on the Groot Constantia wine estate an extra charge will apply. Contact the Gullivers team for more details.
Gullivers Representatives
A dedicated Gullivers Tour Leader will be with your tour every step of the way.
Full itinerary
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Day 1
Departure day
Make your own way to London Heathrow where you will meet your Gullivers tour manager and the rest of your group for your flight to Cape Town via Istanbul on Turkish Airlines. Arrive in Istanbul late evening, before taking your connecting flight to Cape Town in the early hours of Wednesday 30 December.
Flight from London Heathrow to Istanbul
- Departs:
- 4.45pm
- Arrives:
- 10.40pm
- Airline:
- Turkish Airlines
Flight from Istanbul to Cape Town
- Departs:
- 1.25am (Local time, Wednesday 30 December)
- Arrives:
- 13.00pm
- Airline:
- Turkish Airlines
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Day 2
Arrive Cape Town
Depart Istanbul early in the morning, upon arrival at midday, after clearing customs and you will be met and transferred to the Ritz Hotel where you will stay for eight nights on a bed & breakfast basis. It is unlikely that your rooms will be ready when you arrive so after storing your bags at reception head across to the waterfront area to explore the many bars, restaurants, cafes, shops and sightseeing opportunities that are on offer.
Gullivers 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
New Years Eve
Day at leisure to explore Cape Town and enjoy your New Year celebrations. Please note that no arrangements have been made for New Years Eve for you. Should you wish to join the Gullivers New Years Eve Party at Simon’s on the Groot Constantia wine estate an extra charge will apply. Contact the Gullivers team for more details.
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Day 4
Cape Town
Day at leisure to take things easy or do some sightseeing. Perhaps take the cable car up to the top of Table Mountain for stunning views of the bay and beyond, visit Robben Island – where Nelson Mandela spent a large proportion of his time in prison or maybe take a Cape Peninsula Tour to see the point where the two oceans meet.
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Day 5–9
2nd Test Match
Each morning transfer to the picturesque Newlands for Day 1 of the test match. On one evening during the test match you will be invited to join us at the Gullivers cricket forum.
Transfer back to the hotel after each day of play.
2nd Test Match, Cape Town
South Africa v England - As part of your ticket we have included entry into marquee hospitality for each day of the test. The Newlands Club marquee is air conditioned & located in the shade of the Newlands oak trees – a short walk from your seats. The hospitality includes a 2 course buffet lunch & morning and afternoon tea daily. Seating is informal and relaxed & is not reserved.
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Day 10
Departure Day
Check out this morning and spend the morning at leisure. Relax at the waterfront or do some last minute shopping before being transferred out to the airport for your flight to Istanbul.
Flight from Cape Town to Istanbul
- Departs:
- 6.00pm
- Arrives:
- 5.00am +1 (Friday 8 January)
- Airline:
- Turkish Airlines
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Day 11
Depart Istanbul and arrive London Heathrow
Arrive into Istanbul and catch your connecting flight to London Heathrow. Upon arrival, make your own arrangements onwards.
Flight from Istanbul to London Heathrow
- Departs:
- 7.50am
- Arrives:
- 10.05am
- Airline:
- Turkish Airlines
Tickets
2nd Test Match, Cape Town
As part of your ticket we have included entry into marquee hospitality for each day of the test. The Newlands Club marquee is air conditioned & located in the shade of the Newlands oak trees – a short walk from your seats. The hospitality includes a 2 course buffet lunch & morning and afternoon tea daily. Seating is informal and relaxed & is not reserved.
- Venue:
- Newlands Cricket Ground
- Capacity:
- 25,000
Accommodation
| Hotel | Rating | Double/Twin | Single | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Town Ritz Hotel | £2,249pp | £2,510pp | ||
Cape Town Ritz Hotel
With great Atlantic Ocean views, The Ritz is just 300 metres from the beach and minutes from the V&A Waterfront.
Features:
- Close to the beach
- Gorgeous views
We chose this hotel because:
- Only revolving restaurant in Cape Town.
- Outdoor pool
- Well-appointed rooms
