Starfish – 1st Test Tour

Package includes:

  • Guaranteed Official Tickets to all five days of the first Test
  • 7 nights' 3★ accommodation
  • International flights, as well as all airport, hotel and stadium transfers

Highlights

  • This is the perfect trip if you are looking for a short holiday in a beautiful location, combined with First-Class International cricket
  • Gullivers' Cricket Forum
  • End of tour dinner
  • Tour merchandise
  • Price includes room rate levy in Barbados

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At a glance

Official Windies Tour Operator

Tickets to the 1st Test

Gullivers have been appointed as an Official Windies Tour Operator for the United Kingdom, Ireland and Europe for the International Home Series 2019. Our packages include guaranteed tickets to all five days of the test matches in your package.

7 Nights' 3★ Accommodation

Stay for seven nights' at the Discovery Bay, Barbados (bed and breakfast).

Find out more about your accommodation

Return flights included

Flights

Return flights from London Gatwick to Barbados are included in your package. International flights are with Virgin Atlantic or British Airways. Should you wish to make your own flight arrangements a ground-only package is available from £1,899 (please note with all ground-only options airport transfers are not included for international flights).

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Gullivers Transfers

Transfers

Return group airport transfers are included in your package, as are return group transfers to each day of the cricket.

Gullivers Cricket Evening

Gullivers Cricket Evening

For one evening in Barbados you are invited to attend the Gullivers Cricket Evening. Hosted by Jonathan Agnew, the evenings offer a fantastic insight into the world of professional cricket.

Gullivers Welcome Drinks and Tour Dinner

Welcome Drinks and Tour Dinner

Join us and meet your fellow tourists and Gullivers staff at the Welcome Drinks function on the first evening of your trip. On one of the last nights of your trip, share memories and say a fond farewell to your tour group with a dinner organised by your Tour Manager.

Gullivers Representatives

Gullivers staff will be on hand in the West Indies to ensure your trip is a safe and enjoyable one.

Full itinerary

  • Day 1

    Depart UK, arrive Barbados

    After checking in at London Gatwick, board your flight to Barbados.

    Arrive in Barbados and make the short transfer to Discovery Bay for a seven night stay on an bed and breakfast basis.

    After checking in, get to know your tour group this evening at the Welcome Drinks with your Tour Manager.

    Flight from London Gatwick to Barbados

    Departs: 
    12.15pm
    Arrives: 
    17:00pm (local time)
    Airline: 
    Virgin Atlantic

    Flight from London Gatwick to Barbados - SOLD OUT

    Departs: 
    13:35pm
    Arrives: 
    18:25pm
    Airline: 
    British Airways (Preferred Partner)

    Discovery Bay

    Seven-night bed and breakfast stay at the Discovery Bay Barbados.

  • Day 2–6

    1st Test Match

    Each morning, transfer to Kensington Oval for all five days of the first test match between the West Indies and England. At the end of each day's play, you will be transferred back to your hotel. 

    One evening during the test, join us for an 'evening of cricket' hosted by Jonathan Agnew. More details to follow whilst on tour.

    West Indies v England – 1st Test Match

    Days 1–5

    Gullivers Cricket Evening with Jonathan Agnew

  • Day 7

    Day at leisure

    Some free time to relax and enjoy the island of Barbados. Book one of the available excursions or make your own plans, however you decide to spend the free day it's sure to be a wonderful experience.

  • Day 8

    Depart Barbados

    Transfer by coach to Barbados Airport for your flight home.

    Flight from Barbados to London Gatwick

    Departs: 
    17:20pm (local time)
    Arrives: 
    05:25am (next day UK time)
    Airline: 
    Virgin Atlantic

    Flight from Barbados to London Gatwick - SOLD OUT

    Departs: 
    20:05 (local time)
    Arrives: 
    08:15 (next day UK time)
    Airline: 
    British Airways (Preferred Partner)
  • Day 9

    Arrive UK

    Land into London Gatwick and make your own onward arrangements

Tickets

1st Test Match Barbados

Play starts at 10:00am

Tickets: 
Greenidge & Haynes, Level 2
Venue: 
Kensington Oval
Capacity: 
28,000

Accommodation

Discovery Bay, Barbados

A charming Plantation-style haven nestled in tropical grounds, this hotel offers you a relaxed atmosphere with light and airy rooms for you to unwind after the tense test days. Located on the fashionable West Coast, you are within walking distance from a variety of restaurants and bars to sample a true taste of the Caribbean or sip on a rum cocktail. The resort also boasts the option of lots of water-sports activities and an onsite spa offering treatments, you will be well catered for on your days away from the Kensington Oval.

Features: 

  • Beach and swimming pool
  • Watersports
  • Choice of two bars and two restaurants