3rd Test & Victoria Falls Extension (11 Nights) – With International Flights
Including New Years Eve Function, Wine Day and Traditional Braai with Cricketing Greats and a 2 night extension to Victoria Falls
Overview
Tick a couple of items off the bucket list with a New Years Test in Cape Town, before a visit to Victoria Falls. Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style with us, while enjoying the stunning scenery and vibrant culture of one of the world’s most beautiful cities, then move out to the beautifully scenic Vic Falls to finish the tour.
Stay in a luxurious four- or five-star hotel near the iconic V&A Waterfront, the perfect base for cricket, sightseeing, and exploring at your own pace. We are also including a full-day vineyard visit with a delicious lunch, an unforgettable Cape Town experience, then fly to Victoria Falls for a 2 night stay.
The tour also includes return transfers to the third Test Match between South Africa and England, ensuring you won’t miss a moment of the action.
Looking for something bespoke? Whether it’s extending your stay, upgrading flights & match tickets, or adding unforgettable experiences, our expert team will be happy to tailor the perfect itinerary to suit you. Get in touch via email on info@venatour.co.uk or call us on 01242 650192 to discuss your requirements.
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Itineraries
Day 1
Date : 29 December 2026
Departure Day
Depart the UK on your overnight flight to South Africa.
Day 2
Date : 30 December 2026
Arrive in Cape Town
Arrive in Cape Town & transfer to your chosen hotel for an 9-night stay, on a bed & breakfast basis.
Day 3
Date : 31 December 2026
New Year's Eve
Day at leisure.
This evening, ring in the New Year with an evening of rooftop dining, sparkling drinks, and dancing. The perfect way to welcome 2027!
Day 4
Date : 1 January 2027
Day at Leisure
Day at leisure in Cape Town. Optional sightseeing experiences available.
Day 5
Date : 2 January 2027
Wine Day
Wine Day including lunch at a renowned vineyard.
We’ll arrive at Silvermist Wine Estate around midday for an exclusive afternoon experience at this stunning mountaintop estate. We’ll enjoy a private area with breathtaking views over the iconic Twelve Apostles, while the owner and winemaker personally host an intimate wine tasting.
The afternoon will feature a vibrant drumming show in the on-site theatre (45–60 minutes), followed by a traditional braai accompanied by marimba players and live music, creating a relaxed yet festive atmosphere before departing at 16:00hrs. Additional beverages will also be available for purchase throughout the day.
Day 6-10
Date : 3 January 2027
3rd Test Match – South Africa v England
Return match transfers included.
Day 11
Date : 8 January 2027
Depart Cape Town
Check out of your Cape Town Hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Victoria Falls. On arrival, check into the 4* Ilala Lodge Hotel for a 2 night stay.
This evening set off on a 3 hour Sunset Cruise. Relax on board and as the sun sets you will be served a selection of light snacks and beverages. A truly bucket list experience.
After the cruise, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Day 12
Date : 9 January 2027
Victoria Falls – Guided Tour
Hear the roar of the water. It’s time to explore one of the world’s most spectacular natural wonders with your local guide. Capture unforgettable memories at every viewpoint as you take in the breathtaking sights, lush rainforest, and abundant wildlife of Victoria Falls.
Day 13
Date : 10 January 2027
Departure Day
Check out of hotel and transfer to airport, to begin your journey back to the UK.
Day 14
Date : 11 January 2027
Arrive UK
Package Inclusions:
- Return international indirect flights in economy class – Upgrades and UK regional airport departures available on request.
- All transfers in an executive air-conditioned coach as indicated in the itinerary.
- All accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis
- Official seated match tickets for the 3rd Test.
- New Year Dinner- an evening of rooftop dining, sparkling drinks, and dancing.
- Wine Day at Silvermist Wine Estate with a traditional braai and wine tasting.
- A relaxed evening in Cape Town with a traditional braai, a couple of cold beers, and the chance to meet some cricketing greats.
- Experienced Venatour tour manager throughout
- Venatour merchandise
- Welcome drinks on arrival with the chance to meet and mingle with your fellow travellers
- Victoria Falls Extension
- Domestic Economy flight from Cape Town to Victoria Falls
- Domestic Economy flight from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg
- 2 nights accommodation at Ilala Lodge on a B&B basis.
- Transfers from Victoria falls airport to Ilala Lodge and return
- 3 hour Sunset Cruise (includes: river usage fees, selected drinks, snacks, return transfers to hotel)
- 4 hour Private guided tour of Victoria Falls (includes: park entry fees, transfers)
Does not include travel insurance.
4* Old Bank Hotel, Cape Town
Old Bank Hotel in Cape Town, South Africa is a stylish, boutique city-centre stay that mixes Victorian charm with modern comforts. Think elegant rooms, a rooftop terrace, refined dining and bars, a pool, gym and free Wi-Fi, all within easy walking distance of the city’s best cafes, markets and attractions. For cricket supporters, it’s a great base and we will transfer you to Newlands Cricket Ground. Match-day travel is straightforward from here and you’re never far from restaurants, bars and post-game hangouts back in the CBD. Staying in a lively central location means you can enjoy pre-match breakfasts, relax after games on the rooftop terrace, and explore Cape Town’s vibrant social scene around the hotel.
4* Radisson Red Cape Town V&A Waterfront
Radisson RED Cape Town V&A Waterfront is a vibrant, design-forward hotel right in Cape Town’s iconic V&A Waterfront district, known for its bold interiors, rooftop pool and bar with views over the city and Table Mountain, free Wi-Fi, stylish studios and fun social spaces, all within walking distance of shops, restaurants and waterfront attractions. For cricket supporters, it’s a smart city-centre base because the hotel sits about a 15–20 minute drive from Newlands Cricket Ground (in the southern suburbs). After match days, you’re back in a lively area with plenty of bars, eateries, nightlife and waterfront views to round out your stay, perfect for supporters who want to combine great cricket with Cape Town’s vibrant culture.
5* Taj Cape Town
Taj Cape Town is a luxury 5-star hotel in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa, blending historic grandeur (in the former Reserve Bank building) with world-class comfort, refined dining, a spa, pool and elegant rooms right in the city’s cultural and shopping district. For cricket supporters, it makes a great base because you’re centrally located and we will transfer you to Newlands Cricket Ground, which is around a 15–20 minute drive away (traffic depending!). Perfect for the cricket, while also being close to bars, restaurants and nightlife for match-day celebrations or relaxed downtime afterward.
4* Ilala Lodge, Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a distinguished family-run hotel in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, perfectly positioned just an easy stroll from one of the world’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders, the mighty Victoria Falls. Set amid lush tropical gardens that border the national park, this elegant hotel blends classic African charm with modern comfort across its spacious, well-appointed rooms and suites, many with private patios or balconies overlooking the mist and spray of the falls. Guests can savour gourmet meals at the award-winning Cassia or Palm Restaurant with spectacular views, relax by the inviting pools, and plan thrilling excursions from the dedicated activity desk—whether embarking on river cruises, wildlife tours, or adrenalin-fuelled adventures, making it an unforgettable base for both adventure and relaxation in the heart of Africa.
Your £250.00pp deposit secures your place on the tour. Once the schedule is confirmed, if there are any changes to the listed itineraries, you’ll have the option to either transfer your booking to the revised itinerary or receive a full refund. If you chose to travel, the initial £250.00 payment that has been made, will be deducted from your final balance.
If the event has been cancelled due to an ‘Act of God’ then unfortunately you will not be refunded. If the event is postponed your booking will be transferred over to the new dates. If you cannot travel on the new dates we will either transfer your booking to a new event or we will work with you to provide a refund.
If you have booked a package with us that includes a flight, then you will receive an ATOL certificate with your confirmation documents.
Read more about ATOL here.
We highly recommend taking out a travel insurance policy as soon as you have made your booking, as most policies cover you from the moment you take the policy out, and not just for the time you will be away. Different insurance providers provide different levels of cover so it is always best to check that the policy you take out meets your individual circumstances. We are unable to provide advice on travel insurance but can put you in touch with a recommended provider.