25 Nights at a 4★ Hotel
Stay at the 4★ Hilton Abu Dhabi for nine nights and at the 4★ DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Residences in Dubai for the remainder of your trip.
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Full 3 Test Tour
Package includes:
- 25 Nights' 4★ Hotel Accommodation
- Return International Flights and Transfers
Highlights
- Dhow Cruise and Sundowner Trips
- Tour Merchandise
- Dubai Tourism daily room tax
- Gullivers Representatives
- PLEASE NOTE: Tickets are not included in this package. We are awaiting details of tickets from the venues. If you book a package with us, you will be contacted with details once received.
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At a glance
Return Flights
Return international flights from London Heathrow to Dubai International Airport are included in your package.
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Transfers
Return airport transfers in Abu Dhabi and Dubai are included in your package, as well as stadium transfers every day of all three Tests.
Gullivers Forum
Join Gullivers and special guests for our exclusive forum - Q&A and drinks.
Excursions
Two fantastic excursions are included in your package; Dhow Cruise and the Sundowner.
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Gullivers Social Event
Join your Gullivers tour manager and fellow tourists for welcome drinks.
Gullivers Representatives
Gullivers' representatives will on hand throughout your tour (subject to numbers).
Full itinerary
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Day 1
Fly to Dubai
Meet your dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager at London Heathrow and board your flight to Dubai.
Flight from London Heathrow to Dubai
- Departs:
- 10.00pm
- Arrives:
- 8.00am (next day, local time)
- Airline:
- Virgin
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Day 2
Arrive Dubai
Arrive Dubai and transfer to the Hilton Hotel Abu Dhabi. We will be checking in for 9 nights. After spending some time settling in to your new surroundings, join the group for evening welcome function hosted by your Tour Manager.
Gullivers Welcome Drinks
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Day 3–7
1st Test
Return transfer everyday to Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Zayed Cricket stadium for the 1st Test. Can it be a successful tour for the England team?
1st Test
Sheikh Zayed Stadium.
- Play starts:
- TBC
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Day 8
Day at leisure
With the 1st Test concluded, today is a chance to explore Abu Dhabi. With relaxing options such as the pool or beach on your doorstep, some relaxation could be on the cards, or, you could purchase an optional excursion to visit Yas Island and visit Ferrari World.
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Day 9
Day at leisure
Take some time to enjoy all that Abu Dhabi has to offer. There are opportunities to play golf if that appeals, or Yas Island now hosts the largest shopping mall in the world if that is more your style.
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Day 10
Day at leisure
Today is the final day in Abu Dhabi before we head over to Dubai – some relaxing beach time could be a good end to the stay.
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Day 11
Transfer to Dubai
This morning, transfer to the Hilton DoubleTree Hotel in Dubai and check in for a 16 night stay. With two tests matches, two sightseeing excursions and a cricket forum, there will be plenty to occupy your time in Dubai.
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Day 12–16
2nd Test
The second test in a three Test series is always crucial, either securing the win or saving defeat. Transfer to the stadium with the group each day and enjoy the play. Transfer back to the hotel at the end of each day. One of the evenings this week, Gullivers will host a cricket forum. This is a tour highlight for many with ex-players and journalists coming together to answer your questions and discuss the state of play during the test match.
2nd Test
Dubai International Stadium
- Play starts:
- TBC
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Day 17
Day at leisure
Day at leisure in Dubai. With relaxation options aplenty, that may be your chosen activity today. Alternatively, you could visit the Burj Khalifa and go up the tallest building in the world and enjoy a fountain show whilst there.
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Day 18
Day at leisure and excursion
Join the group on an early evening Dhow Cruise and experience a different side of Dubai.
Dhow Cruise
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Day 19
Excursion
Join the group for an Arabian Desert experience – this is where many brochure photographs come from in Dubai, an experience not to be missed.
Sundowner Experience
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Day 20
Day at leisure
Day at leisure. With two of the largest shopping malls in the world, if shopping is your thing then you will feel very satisfied in Dubai! With year round sunshine, perhaps a visit to the beach might be more appealing for some.
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Day 21
Day at leisure
Day at leisure – Dubai is the golfing destination of choice for many, if you love the sport why not try one of the local courses?
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Day 22–26
3rd Test
Will England end the test series victorious and in fine form heading out to South Africa for the Christmas and New Year series? Return transfer everyday of the Test.
On the 5th day, we will join together for a fond farewell end of tour dinner. This is a lovely occasion hosted by the tour manager to reminisce on the tour and the cricket that has been enjoyed.
3rd Test
Sharjah Cricket Stadium.
- Play starts:
- TBC
End of Tour Dinner
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Day 27
Depart Dubai
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to London Heathrow.
Bid a fond farewell to your tour party and perhaps we will see you in South Africa?
Fly back to London
- Departs:
- 10.05am
- Arrives:
- 2.15pm (local time)
- Airline:
- Virgin
Tickets
1st Test
Tickets are not automatically included in your package. We are awaiting details of tickets from the venues. If you book a package with us, you will be contacted with details once received.
- Venue:
- Sheikh Zayer Stadium
- Capacity:
- 20,000
2nd Test
Tickets are not automatically included in your package. We are awaiting details of tickets from the venues. If you book a package with us, you will be contacted with details once received.
- Venue:
- Dubai International Cricket Stadium
- Capacity:
- 25,000
3rd Test
Tickets are not automatically included in your package. We are awaiting details of tickets from the venues. If you book a package with us, you will be contacted with details once received.
- Venue:
- Sharjah Cricket Stadium
- Capacity:
- 27,000
Accommodation
Hilton Abu Dhabi
Located on the vibrant Corniche in the heart of Abu Dhabi, this hotel features panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf. With 11000 square meters of private beach, two outdoor pools, a luxury spa and a modern fitness center the facilities are sure to keep you occupied and relaxed. The hotel is well located for the luxurious malls (15 minute walk) and restaurants as well as having a choice of 15 award winning restaurants, lounges and bars onsite.
Features:
- Free WiFi
- Fitness centre, tennis courts, two outdoor pools
- Luxury spa
We chose this hotel because:
- Great location – beach access and good access to Malls and the cricket
- Leisure facilities to enjoy the time away from the cricket
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Residences, Dubai
Only a 5-minute walk from Mall of the Emirates. All rooms feature Sweet Dreams™ by DoubleTree sleep experience, a flat-screen TV and complimentary tea and coffee making facilities.
Features:
- Daily buffet breakfast included as standard
- Free WiFi in public areas
- An outdoor pool
- 24 hour fitness centre
- Sauna and steam room
We chose this hotel because:
- Great location just opposite The Mall of Emirates
- Complimentary shuttle to Jumeirah Beach
- Good access to the cricket
