16 Night Package from £6199pp
Singapore, Sydney, Port Douglas and Melbourne
Monday 1st July to Wednesday 17th July 2024
Join us for an extraordinary Summer Rugby Tour where Australia and Wales go head-to-head. Can Warren Gatland’s new look rugby squad, beat a developing Wallaby side on their home turf!
The match venues and dates are now confirmed. There will be two Tests, the first in Sydney on Saturday 6th July and the second in Melbourne on Saturday 13th July. It is possible that Wales will play a third match, perhaps in the Pacific Islands or Japan, but until that is known, we have produced a 17-day Australia itinerary. Should a third match be confirmed, and if viable, we will add an optional extension to this itinerary.
As you will see, there are several highlights included in this tour package, a trip up to Port Douglas and the Great Barrier Reef, a Sydney Harbour cruise with lunch and a visit to the Yarra Valley Winelands. Match tickets are also included in the tour price.
We have broken the journey to Australia with a 2 night stopover in Singapore including a morning sightseeing tour of this fascinating city.
Demand for this tour is already very high, so we strongly recommend that you book as soon as possible.
- International flights in Economy class as stated in the itinerary.
- 14 nights accommodation in 4-star hotels on a bed and breakfast basis.
- Welcome drink in Singapore.
- Half day city tour of Singapore with a local guide. Entrance fees not included.
- Early check in for your rooms in Sydney.
- Sydney Harbour Cruise with a 2-course lunch. Beverages are for own account.
- Official Match Tickets to the two Test matches.
- Great Barrier Reef Cruise including buffet lunch. Beverages are for own account.
- Tour of the Yarra Valley Winelands including 2 tastings at boutique vineyards and a 2-course lunch.
- End of tour dinner to include 3-course set menu and 2 drinks per person.
- Transfers as indicated in the itinerary.
- Tour merchandise.
- An experienced Venatour Tour Leader throughout.
- DOES NOT INCLUDE Travel Insurance.
Monday 1st July
- Make your way to London Airport for your flight to Singapore.
- Upon arrival at Singapore Changi Airport, you will be met and transferred to the Park Regis Hotel or similar for a 2-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.
- Meet up with your tour group for a welcome drink this evening.
Tuesday 2nd July
- Board your coach for a half day city tour of Singapore with a local guide.
- Begin your journey at Kampong Glam, an area where modernity meets tradition. This district has a history that dates back to Singapore’s colonial era as the allocated area to the Malay, Arab, and Bugis communities. Explore the city by driving around the Civic District, passing by the Padang, Singapore Cricket Club, historic Parliament House, and the National Gallery Singapore. The Gallery consists of the former Supreme Court Building and the City Hall. Next, stop at Merlion Park and enjoy the impressive views of Marina Bay. Visit Thian Hock Keng Temple, one of Singapore’s oldest Buddhist-Taoist temples, before driving past Chinatown. Proceed to Singapore’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Singapore Botanic Gardens, and walk through the National Orchid Garden which boasts a sprawling display of 60,000 orchid plants.
- Return to the hotel where the afternoon is at leisure.
Wednesday 3rd July
- Transfer to Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Sydney.
Thursday 4th July
- Arrive Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport and transfer to your hotel for a 5-night stay in the Radisson Blue Plaza or similar on a bed and breakfast basis.
- Rest of the day at leisure.
Friday 5th July
- Full day at leisure in Sydney.
Saturday 6th July
- You will be transferred to Allianz Stadium for the first Test match of the series.
- AUSTRALIA v WALES
- After the match return transfer to your hotel.
Sunday 7th July
- Make your way to circular Quay for your Harbour Cruise with Lunch.
- After lunch, the afternoon is at leisure.
Monday 8th July
- Full day at leisure to enjoy Sydney. (Optional excursion program to follow).
Tuesday 9th July
- Transfer to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport for your flight to Cairns. Upon arrival you will be transferred to Port Douglas for a 3-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis at the Mantra Portsea or similar.
- Evening at leisure.
Wednesday 10th July
- You will be collected from the hotel this morning and transferred to the Port Douglas Marina for your experience of a lifetime on the Great Barrier Reef. Swim or snorkel from the activity platform. The underwater observatory is open for coral and fishing viewing.Included is a buffet lunch with a full bar where you can purchase drinks. Departing Agincourt Reef for Port Douglas you will have the chance to chat to marine biologists, enjoy the reef video and photographs of the day.
- On arrival at Port Douglas Marina take the transfer back to your hotel.
Thursday 11th July
- Full day at leisure to explore Port Douglas. (Optional excursion program to follow).
Friday 12th July
- Transfer to Cairns Airport for your flight to Melbourne.
- Upon arrival in Melbourne transfer to the Double Tree Hotel on Flinders or similar for a 4-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.
Saturday 13th July
- Make your own way to the AAMI Park Stadium. The hotel is located in central Melbourne and the easiest and quickest way to get to the stadium is by public transport.
- AUSTRALIA V WALES
- After the match make your own way back to the hotel.
Sunday 14th July
- Board your coach this morning for your tour of the Yarra Wine Valley, one of Australia’s leading wine making regions. The tour will include tastings at highly regarded wineries such as Yarra Yering, Coldstream Hill and Pimpernel. Enjoy a sumptuous 2-course lunch at one of the regions picturesque vineyard restaurants.
- Return to the hotel later this afternoon.
Monday 15th July
- Full day at leisure. (Optional excursion program to follow).
- This evening join your fellow supporters for an end of tour dinner at a local restaurant.
Tuesday 16th July
- Transfer to the Melbourne Airport for your flight to London via Singapore.
Wednesday 17th July
- Arrive London. Make your own onward travel arrangements.
