| South African Cricket Tour : 6th - 28th November, 2011 | |
| Our 7th South African Tour is just around the corner and despite having played in nine test matches in South Africa some decades ago for seven defeats, one draw and a solitary victory I still love going back there. Why you ask? Because cricketers are such a sensitive bunch of sportsmen! But I do cherish every visit to Africa’s most southern nation and some of its near neighbours. Whether it is for the cricket, the varied cultures, the magnificent and rugged scenery; it always treats me to a new experience and great memories each visit. |
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| This year we will be starting our tour off in the spectacular city of Cape Town where we will get to enjoy sightseeing of the Paarl Valley winegrowing region, Table Mountain and the Western Cape. But just as impressive as these locations is our wonderful accommodation, the Vineyard Hotel. I never get tired of watching a Cape Town test match; the famous Newlands Oval is without a doubt one of the most beautiful venues from where to watch this great game and usually the cricket played is exciting and entertaining. It is steeped in history and thankfully it was kind to me as I was fortunate enough to make my maiden test century there, scoring a hundred runs between lunch and tea on day two. After Cape Town we move on to Sun City where we will be staying at The Palace of the Lost City, one of the most amazing hotels in the world and also taking in a game drive at the nearby Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Or for those wishing to try something a little bit different we have an alternative option of a 5 Star journey of a lifetime on board Rovos Rail “The Most Luxurious Train in the World”. On to Johannesburg where the second test will be played and this will be the first time I have watched a test there since 1970. Playing at the “Bullring” a ground which has electrifying atmosphere and where you seem to be so close to the action was a nightmare for me, having played in three tests there for three losses. If I had played five tests there I think I would have had every number from nought to nine covered, as I never got to double figures once. In recent years The Wanderers has been a happy hunting ground for our team, winning several tests and a World Cup Final there. The Wanderers Club itself is a famous sporting club and is situated only a cover drive away from the ground and we are fortunate enough to be having our farewell dinner at this exclusive club. We look forward to you joining us on what will be yet another great South African Tour. Stacky |
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Tour Itinerary |
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| 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. |
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| 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. Please note that we have a limited number of places on this tour which will be allocated on a strictly first-come first-served basis. Similarly if we fail to achieve minimum numbers, we will be required to withdraw this option. This option is for Pullman Suites. We also have access to DeLuxe Suites on this trip. |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| TOUR INCLUSIONS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS | ||
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TOUR COST - PRICE PER PERSON |
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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 |
