Zebra – 2nd & 3rd Tests Tour

Package includes:

  • Guaranteed superior ticket to all five days of the 2nd & 3rd Test
  • 21 nights in 4★ accommodation in Cape Town, George, Knysna and Port Elizabeth
  • All flights and transfers (upgrades to business class are at an additional cost and subject to availability)

Highlights

  • Gullivers' Cricket Evening in Cape Town
  • Welcome Drinks
  • Fantastic range of excursions to book
  • Tour merchandise
  • Exclusive Gullivers Cape Town beachfront Dinner Event
  • End of tour dinner
  • Price includes Tourism levy

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At a glance

England Cricket Tour to South Africa 2019/20 - 2nd and 3rd test tour

Guaranteed Tickets to the 2nd & 3rd Tests

This package includes guaranteed superior tickets to all five days of the 2nd Test at Newlands, Cape Town and the 3rd Test at St George's Park Cricket Ground, Port Elizabeth.

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21 nights in 4★ accommodation

Stay for nine nights in the Hotel, Cape Town (B&B), three nights in George (B&B), three nights in Knysna (B&B) and six nights in Port Elizabeth (B&B).

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Flights

Flights from London Heathrow to Cape Town, Cape Town to George and Port Elizabeth to London Heathrow are included in your package. Upgrade to premium economy flights for £1,149 per person. Should you wish to make your own flight arrangements a ground-only package is available at £4,799 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 and destination transfers (George to Knysna, Knysna to Port Elizabeth)

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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, Cango Caves and Cango Ostrich Farm, and Featherbed Nature Reserve.

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Gullivers 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 on the beachfront in Cape Town 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)

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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.

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Gullivers Representatives

A dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager will be with your tour every step of the way.

Full itinerary

  • 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.

    Flight from London Heathrow to Cape Town

    Departs: 
    21:30 (UK time)
    Arrives: 
    11:05 (next day, local time)
    Airline: 
    British Airways
  • Day 2

    Cape Town - New Years Eve

    Arrive in Cape Town and check in to the Southern Sun Waterfront Hotel where you will spend the next nine nights on a bed and breakfast basis. 

    The rest of the day is 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.

    New Years Eve Options

    Please see the extras tab for more information and prices

  • 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

    Please see the extras tab for more information

    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

    Please see the extras tab for more information

  • Day 5–9

    2nd Test Match

    Each morning transfer to Newlands Stadium 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

    South Africa v England

    Gullivers Cricket Evening

    Exclusive Gullivers beachfront Cape Town Dinner Event

    As we near the end of the Cape Town part of the 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.

  • 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 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. 

    Cape Point Full Day Trip

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    Winelands Full Day Trip

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  • Day 11

    Cape Town to George

    Today we leave Cape Town for the Garden Route. Check out of your hotel and join the transfer to Cape Town Airport for the short flight to George. On landing join the transfer to the Fancourt Hotel. Check in for a three-night stay including breakfast and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.

    This evening you are invited to our Gullivers Braai evening -  a fantastic opportunity to dine with the group enjoying a classic South African Braai!

    Cape Town to George

    Departs: 
    14:15
    Arrives: 
    15:05
    Airline: 
    SA Airlink

    Braai Evening

    This evening we have organised a traditional Braai evening for you complete with selected beers and wines.

  • Day 12

    George

    Today is a day at leisure for you to do as much or as little as you like. You may like to spend the day relaxing by the pool or taking part in one of the on-site activities within the Fancourt Estate or you may choose to enjoy one of the optional excursions on offer. We will be offering the option to add on a day trip today to the Cango caves and Cango Ostrich Farm today (available at an additional cost). Many talk about the Cango caves as a must-see attraction whilst on The Garden Route. 

    Cango Caves and Ostrich Farm Optional Excursion

    Please see the extras tab for more information

  • Day 13

    George

    Enjoy a day at leisure at the Estate, or head into George and enjoy this charming town which has a vibrant arts and crafts scene and a great choice of cafes and restaurants. 

  • Day 14

    George to Knysna

    After breakfast, check-out of the hotel and travel along the picturesque Garden Route to Knysna, where you will check in at the Pezula hotel for the next three nights on a bed and breakfast basis. Kynsna is seen by many as one of the top destinations in South Africa and a place many return to after visiting once.

  • Day 15

    Knysna

    Spend the day at leisure or book on to our optional excursion to Plettenberg Bay which includes a visit to Monkey Land, Birds of Eden and Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary.

    Plettenberg Bay Optional Excursion

    Please see the extras tab for more information

  • Day 16

    Knysna

    Second day at leisure to be as active or inactive as you like – we have an optional excursion to the Featherbed Nature Reserve Eco Experience if you are looking for an organised day trip.

    Featherbed Nature Reserve Optional Excursion

    Please see the extras tab for more information

  • Day 17

    Knysna to Port Elizabeth

    As we get closer to the start of the third test, we check out of the hotel this morning and transfer to Port Elizabeth where you are staying at the Radisson Blu hotel for the next seven nights on a bed and breakfast basis. After an absence from the 2015 series Port Elizabeth returns for this series. The first ever international test match at Port Elizabeth was between South Africa and England in 1889 and saw England victorious.

  • Day 18–22

    3rd Test Match

    Each morning transfer to the St George's Park Stadium for all five days of the 3rd Test Match. Transfer back to the hotel at close of play each day.

    3rd Test Match

    South Africa v England.

    End of tour dinner

    On the evening of Day 5, join the rest of your group for your end of tour dinner.

  • Day 23

    Departure day

    Check out of the hotel and transfer to Port Elizabeth Airport for your return flight to London Heathrow, via Johannesburg.

    Flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg

    Departs: 
    18:35 (local time)
    Arrives: 
    20:20 (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
  • Day 24

    Arrive UK

    Arrive into London Heathrow and make your own onward arrangements.

Tickets

2nd Test Match, Cape Town

Venue: 
Newlands Cricket Ground
Capacity: 
25,000

3rd Test Match, Port Elizabeth

Venue: 
St George's Park Cricket Ground
Capacity: 
19,000

Accommodation

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

We chose this hotel because: 

  • Short walk to the waterfront
  • Incredible views

Fancourt Hotel , George

The 5* Fancourt Hotel, situated on the Montagu Golf Course in George delivers a special blend of modern luxury and classic sophistication. Each of the 32m² classic hotels rooms features a patio or balcony area overlooking either the Golf Course, beautifully landscaped gardens or even the Outeniqua Mountains– ideal for witnessing a renowned South African sunrise or sunset. After exploring the Garden Route (a 300km stretch of the south-eastern coast), Fancourt’s holistic spa is worth experiencing having won ‘Best Hotel Spa in South Africa’ in 2018 in order to rejuvenate for the excitement of the days to come!

Features: 

  • Award-Winning Holistic Spa
  • Multiple Dining Options & Bar offering regional wines

We chose this hotel because: 

  • Situated in the beating heart of the Garden Route
  • Large Rooms with impressive views

Pezula Hotel, Knysna

Surrounded by a paradise of indigenous forests, mountains, lakes, pristine beaches and positioned on the Eastern Head of Knysna, the Pezula Hotel provides stunning views of its championship Golf Course and across the Indian Ocean. Luxury is what springs to mind when considering the exceptional facilities including lavish suites, award-winning spa and restaurant dedicated to locally sourced cuisine.

Features: 

  • Spa, Gym and Indoor & Outdoor Pool facilities
  • Locally Sourced Cuisine and Wines

We chose this hotel because: 

  • Sensational views across the Indian Ocean
  • Fantastic Location on the Garden Route

Radisson Blu Port Elizabeth, Port Elizabeth

Boasting majestic views of the Indian Ocean and close proximity to Port Elizabeths famous blue flag beaches, the Radisson Blu is the perfect hotel for your stay in Port Elizabeth. Complete with contemporary architecture and close proximity to the center of Port Elizabeth, this hotel is the whole package.

Features: 

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Pool and Spa

We chose this hotel because: 

  • 300m to the beach
  • Short transfer to the Cricket