Guaranteed Tickets to all 3 Tests
This package includes the all-important match tickets to all three Tests in Johannesburg, Bloemfontein and Cape Town. Exact ticket location is TBC.
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All 3 Tests Tour – England Summer Tour to South Africa (without international flights)
Package includes:
- Guaranteed match tickets for all three Tests
- 17 nights' accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis
- Domestic flights included
Highlights
- Dedicated Tour Manager
- Gullivers Merchandise
- Welcome Drinks Event on Arrival Day
- Half Day Tour to Table Mountain
- Full Day Cape Point Tour
- Full Day Winelands Tour
- 3 Nights' Safari
At a glance
17 Nights' Hotel Accommodation
Stay for 17 nights in our chosen hotels, including five nights at the Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton, three nights at Bakabung Safari Lodge, two nights at the Bon Hotel Bloemfontein and seven nights at the Southern Sun Cape Sun. All hotels are on a bed and breakfast basis.
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Domestic Flights
Domestic flights between Johannesburg, Bloemfontein and Cape Town are included. Please note international flights are not included in this package.
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Transfers
Coach transfers to and from the airports and matches (where required) are all included in your package.
Excursions
As part of your tour, we have included a half day city tour of Cape Town including Table Mountain, as well as full day tours to Cape Point, and the Winelands.
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Gullivers Representatives
To ensure you have the best possible experience on tour, you will have a dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager with your group every step of the way.
Full itinerary
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Day 1
Arrive Johannesburg
Take the opportunity to arrange your own travel and join the group at your hotel in Johannesburg.
Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton
Check in for 4 nights at the Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton on a bed and breakfast basis.
Welcome Drinks
Get to know your dedicated Tour Manager and the rest of your tour party at a welcome drinks function.
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Day 2
Day at Leisure
A day at leisure, perhaps relax and unwind at the hotel, or explore vibrant Jo'burg.
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Day 3
Match Day - 1st Test
The first Test! Coach transfers will take you to the stadium and back. Exact timings for the day will be set once the kick off time is confirmed.
South Africa v England
- Kick off:
- TBC
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Day 4
Day at Leisure
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Day 5 - 7
Bakubung Lodge - Game Reserve
This morning, the group will transfer to Bakubung Lodge Game Reserve in Pilanesberg National Park. Check in for your three night stay on a full board basis.
Pilanesberg National Park is set in an extinct volcanic crater, with grasslands, wooded valleys and multihued rock formations. Wildlife includes elephants, lions, leopards and rhinos.
Each day of your stay will include a morning and afternoon game drive, giving plenty of opportunity to get up close to the Big Five.
Bakubung Lodge
Check in for 3 nights at the Bakubung Lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all included.
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Day 8
Johannesburg/Sandton
Today the group will depart the lodge and travel back to Johannesburg, where you will stay for your final night before travelling to Bloemfontein.
Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton
Check in for 1 night at the Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton on a bed and breakfast basis.
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Day 9
Bloemfontein
Check out of your hotel before transferring to the airport for your flight to Bloemfontein.
On arrival in Bloemfontein, you will be transferred to your hotel to check in for your two night stay.
Bloemfontein, the "city of roses" and a Boer stronghold, is the capital of the Free State and its economic and cultural heart.
Bon Hotel
Check in for 2 nights at the Bon Hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.
Johannesburg to Bloemfontein
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Day 10
Match Day - 2nd Test
The second Test! Coach transfers will take you to the stadium and back. Exact timings for the day will be set once the kick off time is confirmed.
South Africa v England
- Kick off:
- TBC
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Day 11
Cape Town
Check out of your hotel in Bloemfontein before joining the transfer to the airport for your flight to Cape Town.
On arrival in Cape Town, transfer to your hotel to check in for your seven night stay.
Southern Sun Cape Sun
Check in for 7 nights at the Southern Sun on a bed and breakfast basis.
Bloemfontein to Cape Town
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Day 12
Cape Town - City Tour/Table Mountain
Today the group will embark on a tour of the city, as well as the infamous Table Mountain.
No visit to Cape Town is complete without a half day tour of the mother city itself. After departing the hotel we head for Table Mountain. Enjoy the crisp air and clear visibility as you reach the summit. Our guide will point out the highlights of one of the world’s most famous views, and one of New 7 Wonders of Nature.
After the descent we enjoy a scenic coastal drive through Camps Bay, Clifton and Sea Point. We drive past the Cape Town Stadium and through the V&A Waterfront to the city centre where we visit Green Market Square. We stretch our legs with a walk through the Company Gardens.
The tour continues with a drive past the Houses of Parliament, the City Hall, The Castle and Slave Lodge, before entering the "Bo Kaap", also known as the Malay quarter. Learn about the history of this area of brightly painted houses and quaint cobbled streets.
Cape Town City Tour including Table Mountain
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Day 13
Day at Leisure
Day at leisure in Cape Town.
Perhaps spend a relaxing day at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Prince Alfred, second son of Queen Victoria, visited the Cape Colony harbour in 1860. He made a big splash with the colonials on this first-ever visit by a member of the Royal Family. The first basin of the new Navy Yard was named after him and the second after his mother.
These days the area houses over 450 retail outlets, including curio shops and many restaurants. The V&A Waterfront is also still a working harbour and fishing boats bring in fresh fish, and larger container ships are towed in by tugboats. A day can be spent strolling around, picking up souvenirs and indulging in a spot of lunch.
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Day 14
Cape Town - Full Day Winelands Tour
Today we head north to Paarl. Our first stop this morning is at Anura Wine Estate for a cellar tour followed by a cheese and wine tasting.
We make our way to Franschhoek with a photo stop at the Groot Drakenstein Prison where Nelson Mandela was released in Feb 1990. The village of Franschhoek nestled amongst the mountains, can easily be mistaken as being in Switzerland. After a short tour of the little town, a second wine tasting will take place in Franschhoek, followed by a lunch stop (optional – own account), and maybe a chance to try some of the fresh trout that Franschhoek is known for.
After lunch the tour continues over the Hells Hoogte Mountain Pass to Stellenbosch. It is easy to understand why Simon van der Stel decided to settle a village amongst the mountains. The backdrop of the Hottentots Holland Mountains, the white gabled Cape Dutch homesteads and the oak lined streets and lanes all blend in to give this place a charm that will not be forgotten.
We return to Cape Town with amazing photos and fond memories.
Full Day Winelands Tour
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Day 15
Cape Town - Full Day Cape Point Tour
Our journey to Cape Point takes us along the scenic Atlantic seaboard coastal road. We pass the pristine beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay with their soft white sand and assure blue water. The formidable 12 Apostles Peaks rise above the road on one side, while sheer cliffs and incredible rock formations drop into the icy Atlantic Ocean on the other side. There is no doubt the coast of the Cape peninsula offers magnificent scenery with its great biodiversity.
We arrive at the quaint fishing village of Hout Bay with its imposing Sentinel. Visit Seal Island or shop for souvenirs at the craft market at the harbor.
Our tour continues over Chapman’s Peak which offers amazing photo opportunities, and onto the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. This area is home to magnificent ‘fynbos’, many different species of buck and birds, the Cape Mountain Zebra, and mischievous baboons. These creatures entertain guests enjoying lunch at the restaurant which has splendid views of False Bay. Take the funicular to the lighthouse for an even better vantage point.
We visit Boulders Beach to see the African penguins before arriving at the naval base of Simonstown, and then we venture inland to our last stop of the day at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. With the sun setting over the tall peaks of Table Mountain the last rays sparkle on the trees and flowers, and offer a fitting end to a day filled with all the Cape has to offer.
Full Day Cape Point Tour
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Day 16
Day at Leisure
A day at leisure.
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Day 17
Match Day - 3rd Test
The third and final Test! Coach transfers will take you to the stadium and back. Exact timings for the day will be set once the kick off time is confirmed.
South Africa v England
- Kick off:
- TBC
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Day 18
Departure Day
After checking out of the hotel, you can continue with your own travel arrangements.
Tour ends.
Tickets
1st Test - Johannesburg
South Africa v England
Exact ticket location is TBC.
- Venue:
- Emirates Airline Park
- Capacity:
- 62,567
2nd Test - Bloemfontein
South Africa v England
Exact ticket location is TBC.
- Venue:
- Toyota Stadium
- Capacity:
- 46,000
3rd Test - Cape Town
South Africa v England
Exact ticket location is TBC.
- Venue:
- DHL Newlands Stadium
- Capacity:
- 51,900
Accommodation
Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton, Sandton, Johannesburg
Discover a tranquil oasis in the heart of the bustling business and entertainment hub of Gauteng at the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton. This hotel boasts its own lush, landscaped garden and sparkling swimming pool where guests can relax, unwind & experience the timelessness and calm of a bygone era. Two restaurants provide exceptional on-site dining, and there is also a fitness centre. The hotel is a 10 minute walk, or short taxi ride, from Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton, with its mall, shops and extensive eating options.
Features:
- Fitness Facilities
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
We chose this hotel because:
- Fantastic location and reviews
Bakubung Bush Lodge, Pilanesberg National Park
Bakubung Bush Lodge is concealed within the rich expanses of the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park - set in an area where the Big 5 roam, a mere 2 hour drive from Johannesburg. Bakubung, or “People of the Hippo”, offers you everything you need in regards to comfortable and luxury accommodation. With the bush just outside your window you will be able to relax and take in everything about the bush and the animals living around you.
This hotel is inclusive of breakfast and dinner as well as a game drive per day!
Features:
- Fantastic amenities
- 1 Game Drive per day included
- Please note children must be accompanied by an adult on game drives
We chose this hotel because:
- An incredible way to truly experience South Africa
Bon Hotel Bloemfontein, Bloemfontein
Conveniently located in the Bloem Plaza shopping centre, close to all transport nodes, businesses and tourist attractions, this hotel provides a perfect base for your short stay in Bloemfontein. The hotel holds the Courtroom Restaurant which is open daily for breakfast and dinner and offers a delicious carvery buffet. You can also relax in Judges Bar which serves an array of cocktails in the evening.
Features:
- Complimentary Wifi
- Complimentary shuttle service around Bloemfontein
We chose this hotel because:
- Great facilities
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
