South African Cricket Tour : 6th - 28th November, 2011

Tour Itinerary
Sunday 6th November, 2011 : Australia to Cape Town
Board your domestic Qantas and international South African Airlines flights to Cape Town via Johannesburg. On arrival, transfer to the stunning Vineyard hotel.

Monday 7th November, 2011 : Cape Town
Late morning we set off for our wineries tour and welcome lunch in the beautiful Paarl valley winegrowing region outside Cape Town.

Tuesday 8th November, 2011 : Cape Town
This afternoon we take a trip up Table Mountain (subject to weather) then a tour around Cape Town, and the Western Cape and a sunset cruise.

Wednesday 9th November, 2011 : Cape Town
First day of the first Test at Newlands, where we have a fully inclusive corporate hospitality package in the exclusive Century Club for the duration of the Test.

Thursday 10th November, 2011 : Cape Town     
Second day of the first Test at Newlands.

Friday 11th November, 2011 : Cape Town       
Third day of the first Test at Newlands.

Saturday 12th November, 2011 : Cape Town
Fourth day of the first Test at Newlands.

Sunday 13th November, 2011 : Cape Town 
Fifth day of the first Test at Newlands.

Monday 14th November, 2011 : Cape Town to Sun City (Alternate option available - see below)
Today a morning flight to Jo’burg and transfer to Sun City and our accommodation for the next 2 nights – The Palace of the Lost City – truly one of the most remarkable hotels in the world.

Tuesday 15th November, 2011 : Sun City 
A game drive in the nearby Pilanesberg Game Reserve, with the remainder of the day at leisure.

Wednesday 16th November, 2011 : Sun City to Johannesburg
A morning of leisure before we return to Jo’burg and our accommodation at the Wanderers hotel.

Thursday 17th November, 2011 : Johannesburg

First day of the second Test at Wanderers with private facilities for the Test.

Friday 18th November, 2011 : Johannesburg
An early morning tour of Soweto before the second day of the second Test at Wanderers.

Saturday 19th November, 2011 : Johannesburg
Third day of the second Test at Wanderers.

Sunday 20th November, 2011 : Johannesburg
Fourth day of the second Test at Wanderers.

Monday 21st November, 2011 : Johannesburg
Fifth day of the second Test at Wanderers. Tonight our Farewell dinner is at the exclusive Wanderers Club.

Tuesday 22nd November, 2011 : Departure Day

A leisurely morning before a transfer to the airport for our flight home or add-on flights.
Alternative Option: Rovos Rail (This option is an alternative to Sun City)
Monday 14th November, 2011 : Cape Town to Johannesburg - Rovos Rail
Transfer to the railway station to board Rovos Rail “The Most Luxurious Train In The World”. This all inclusive train trip is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Tuesday 15th November, 2011 : Rovos Rail
Continuing our great train adventure we have a stop and tour at Kimberley.

Wednesday 16th November, 2011 : Rovos Rail
Travelling northwards to our destination at Pretoria where we will be met and transferred to Jo’burg and our accommodation at the Wanderers hotel.
 
Add-On Extension Tour One : Victoria Falls (Zambia)
Tuesday 22nd November, 2011 : Johannesburg to Livingstone
A morning departure for our flight to Livingstone and transfer to our hotel the Zambezi Sun, right on the edge of Victoria Falls. This afternoon, a guided walking tour of the Falls.

Wednesday 23rd November, 2011 : Livingstone
A morning tour of Livingstone with the afternoon at leisure.

Thursday 24th November, 2011 : Livingstone
A morning of leisure with a fully inclusive afternoon cruise on the African Queen on the mighty Zambezi River.

Friday 25th November, 2011 : Departure Day
A late morning transfer back to the airport and our connecting flights home or add-on flights.
Add-On Extension Tour Two : Chobe (Botswana)
Friday 25th November, 2011 : Zambia to Botswana
This morning we depart Zambia for one of the great border crossings into Botswana and transfer to our hotel, Chobe Marina Lodge on the banks of the Chobe River.

Saturday 26th November, 2011 : Chobe

A morning game drive in the Game Reserve with an afternoon of leisure.

Sunday 27th November, 2011 : Chobe

A morning of leisure with an afternoon cruise on the mighty Chobe River.

Monday 28th November, 2011 : Chobe

A late morning transfer to Kasane airport and our connecting flights home.
 
Tour Inclusions, Exclusions and Conditions
Tour Inclusions
- Return economy class flights with Qantas and South African Airlines
- First class accommodation throughout the whole tour
- All breakfasts included daily           
- Welcome lunch, and a farewell dinner at Wanderers Club
- Rovos Rail Pullman Suites fully inclusive (if option selected)
- Rovos Rail DeLuxe Suite upgrades available (limited number)
- Touring, sightseeing and game drives as per the itinerary in luxury coaches with guides
- All admission and entrance fees included
- Reserved suite seating with corporate facilities at both Test matches
- The services of a cricket manager and experienced tour leader
- Travel kit including polo shirt and hat

Tour Exclusions
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Airline and airport taxes and charges (aprox 480.00 for South Africa & 240.00 for Zambia)
- Items of a personal nature
- All other meals and drinks unless specified
- Travel Insurance (strongly recommended)
- Visa for Zambia (USD 50.00 on arrival in Vic Falls)

Tour Conditions

- Tour conditions as per our Reservation Form
- Deposit of $ 2,000.00 per person, non-refundable
- Balance due 60 days prior to departure
- Airport taxes will be charged at time of ticketing
- We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance
- We recommend that you check with your doctor as immunizations and medications may be applicable
- Visa is required for Zambia but not for South Africa or Botswana
 
Tour Cost - Price Per Person
Tour
Twin
Single
Full Tour
$8,790.00
$10,790.00
Rovos Rail Option
$1,290.00
$1,590.00
Add-On Extension Tour One : Victoria Falls (Zambia)
$1,190.00
$1,490.00
Add-On Extension Tour Two : Chobe (Botswana)
$1,590.00
$1,790.00


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