Guaranteed tickets to the 2nd Test
This package includes guaranteed superior tickets to all five days of the 2nd Test at Newlands, Cape Town.
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Times Travel – Oryx – 2nd Test Tour with Winelands Extension
Package includes:
- Guaranteed superior ticket to all five days of the 2nd Test
- 11 Nights in 4★ accommodation in Cape Town and Stellenbosch
- Return international flights and airport transfers
Highlights
- Gullivers' Cricket Evening
- Welcome Drinks
- Wide range of excursions to book
- Tour merchandise
- Exclusive Gullivers beachfront Cape Town Dinner Event
- Price includes Tourism levy
At a glance
11 nights in 4★ accommodation
Stay for nine nights in Cape Town (B&B) and two nights in Stellenbosch (B&B).
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Winelands Extension
After Cape Town, you will be whisked off to the majestic Winelands of the Western Cape and enjoy some fantastic wine tasting. Featuring estates such as Hidden Valley, Blaauwklippen, Zorgvliet, Simonsig, Marianne, Alluvia and La Motte, you will spend two nights in Stellenbosch, and spend your days exploring all that the winelands have to offer.
Flights
Return flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town 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 £2,749 per person (please note with all ground-only options, airport transfers are not included for international flights).
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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.
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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 Social Events
Join us and your fellow tourists at our Welcome Drinks function on your first evening in Cape Town. We have a fantastic exclusive dinner event in Cape Town 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 Representatives
A dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager 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 Johannesburg.
Flight from London Heathrow to Johannesburg
- Departs:
- 21:10 (UK time)
- Arrives:
- 10:15 (next day, local time)
- Airline:
- British Airways
Flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town
- Departs:
- 14:00 (local time)
- Arrives:
- 16:10 (local time)
- Airline:
- British Airways
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Day 2
Arrive Cape Town - New Years Eve
Arrive into Cape Town and after clearing customs you will be met and transferred to the Southern Sun Cape Sun Hotel where you will stay for nine nights on a bed & breakfast basis.
Rest of the day at leisure to explore the waterfront and prepare for this evening’s festivities. You have the option to join us at our New Year's Eve event.
New Years Eve Groot Constantia
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Day 3-4
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! In the evening join your tour manager and the rest of your group for welcome drinks.
On the 2nd of January, you have the option to book onto our optional excursion to take a tour of Cape Town City, finishing up at one of the most prominent landmarks in South Africa - Table Mountain. This trip really showcases different parts of the city so that you can explore the history and beauty of Cape Town.
1 January - Gullivers Cricket Day
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1 January - Gullivers Welcome Drinks
This evening get together with your tour manager and the rest of your group for welcome drinks in the hotel.
2 January - Cape Town City Tour & Table Mountain
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Day 5–9
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 near the end of your time in Cape Town 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 10
Day at Leisure
Final day at leisure to make the most of Cape Town. Relax over a long lunch at one of the finest sea food restaurants or if you prefer, take part in our optional excursion to Cape Point where you can visit the towering stone cliffs, breath-taking bays, beaches and rolling green hills and valleys.
Cape Point Full Day Trip
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Day 11
Cape Town to Winelands
Check out of your hotel and transfer from Cape Town to the De Zalze Lodge in Stellenbosch, where you will check in for a two night stay including breakfast.
This afternoon you will enjoy your first guided wine tour of 3 different award winning wine estates. You will be accompanied by a registered guide and be transported door to door.
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Day 12
Winelands
Spend your second day in the majestic Winelands of the Western Cape. Today you will explore 4 different wine estates, marvel in the incredible scenery, get to know historical facts about the winelands town and take part in a cellar tour. You will be accompanied by a registered guide and be transported door to door.
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Day 13
Departure day
Check out of your hotel and transfer to Cape Town airport for your return flight to the UK.
Flight from Cape Town to London Heathrow
- Departs:
- 18:45 (local time)
- Arrives:
- 04:45 (next day, UK time)
- Airline:
- British Airways
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Day 14
Arrive in UK
Arrive back in the UK and make your own onward travel arrangements.
Tickets
2nd Test Match, Cape Town
- Venue:
- Newlands Cricket Ground
- Capacity:
- 25,000
Accommodation
Southern Sun Cape Sun, Cape Town
Located in the heart of Cape Town, this breathtaking hotel sits minutes from The Heart of Cape Town Museum, Robben Island and Clifton Beach. This 15 storey hotel boasts a spa centre and indoor swimming pool - as well as the Stylish Le Bar to have a relaxing drink in the evening.
Features:
- Indoor swimming pool
- Camelot Spa
- Riempies Restaurant
We chose this hotel because:
- Excellent location to explore Cape Town
- Close to bars and restaurants
De Zalze Lodge, Stellenbosch
De Zalze Lodge, located on the De Zalze wine estate, boasts impressive, sweeping views of its own vineyards and of the Stellenbosch Mountain range. Relax in the elegantly decorated rooms after a day of wine tasting, golf, cycling through the rolling vineyards, or simply relaxing by the pool. Stellenbosch, known for its Cape Dutch architecture, and it's Cape oak-shaded streets lined with cafes, boutiques and art galleries is only a 10 to 15 minute taxi ride away. That is of course if you are able to remove yourself from the table after indulging in the delights of South Africa’s most prominent wine route!
Features:
- Outdoor Infinity Pool and Spa
- Complimentary WiFi
- Golf course, walking trails and wine tasting on site
We chose this hotel because:
- Panoramic Views of the Stellenbosch Mountains
- Located on South Africa’s most prominent Wine Route
