Ashes Series 2013/14

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For 30 years, Gullivers Sports Travel has organised supporter tours, taking Contents our first Ashes tour to Australia back in 1982. Travel Test Schedule 3 has changed a lot since then, but creating the Australia 3 special camaraderie enjoyed on tour remains at the Touring with Gullivers 4 Beamer 1st & 2nd Test Tour 6 heart of everything Gullivers does. Gully 2nd & 3rd Test Tour 7 The Ashes in Australia is enticing enough and for the first time since the Duck, & Run Out 1970s we are being treated to a back-to-back Ashes Series. As far as 4th & 5th Test Tours 8 sporting rivalries go it doesn’t get any bigger than Australia v England, Long Stop 5 Test Tour 10 and it goes without saying that the Ashes in Australia is the most How to Book 11 prestigious event in the hearts and minds of England cricket fans. Lead by Alastair Cook, this Series has all the makings of yet another historic tour for England. Those in the know said that Cook was destined for great things very early on. In the Ashes Series 2010/11 he came good on a host of promises, scoring an incredible 766 runs in seven innings to anchor England's first series win in Australia for 24 years. Two years later and further records were broken as he became England's leading Test century-maker and the youngest player to pass 7,000 runs. Our brochure features a range of touring options and we hope you find your perfect holiday. If you need any help choosing your tour, please feel free to contact our experienced Ashes team, who are only too happy to assist you. Here’s to a wonderful tour and Gullivers’ 9th Ashes Down Under! We look forward to seeing you there.

Noel Magnay Managing Director, Gullivers Sports Travel

2 Book now at gulliverstravel.co.uk The Ashes Down Under

Test Schedule Discover Date Match Venue Australia Thu 21-Mon 25 Nov 1st Test Gabba, Brisbane Thu 05-Mon 09 Dec 2nd Test Adelaide Oval, Adelaide Fri 13-Tue 17 Dec 3rd Test WACA, Perth Thu 26-Mon 30 Dec 4th Test MCG, Melbourne Fri 03-Tue 07 Jan 5th Test Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney

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Cairns Watching the Ashes Down Under is the ultimate holiday for any cricket fan. With the last two Ashes Series wins under our belt, it’s time to make BRISBANE the trip to Australia so you can breathe the immortal words, “I was there”. PERTH Barossa Valley SYDNEY Australia conjures up images of Margaret River ADELAIDE sunshine, sea and golden beaches, MELBOURNE and has so much more to offer. From the cosmopolitan host cities of the Test matches to the desert, mountains, winelands and rainforests – the country has an incredible range of landscapes to Fabulous Fiji explore. After the excitement of the Ashes in When it comes to the cricket, nothing Australia, why not experience exotic Fiji excites the Aussies more than beating and learn about its unique culture? the ‘Poms’, which makes for an With 333 islands featuring beautiful electric atmosphere at the grounds beaches, crystal clear seas and year and plenty of friendly cricket banter round sunshine, you’ll be relaxing into wherever you go. ‘Fiji time’ before you know it! Please call us on 01684 878723 to ask us With so many things to experience in about extending your holiday to this fascinating country, you will be arrange a stay in beautiful Fiji. sure to leave Australia with a www.fijime.com lifetime’s worth of happy memories.

Call us on 01684 878723 3 Touring with Gullivers Why travel with us? If you have travelled with us before, you will know how we look after your journey from the very start and ensure an amazing trip from the UK and back. For those who are new to Gullivers, below is an outline of our promise to you and why we are so well respected as the UK’s leading and longest established cricket tour operator.

We offer: The Tours l Fully escorted tours – a dedicated Tour Manager with you every step of the way Long Stop 5 Test Tour l Flights with industry leading airlines 17 Nov-9 Jan | 54 days l Accommodation sourced from leading hotel chains, personally checked by us From £15,995pp l Guaranteed official Ashes Test match tickets Go to pages 10-11 l Full security for you as we are fully bonded members of ABTA and IATA and hold an ATOL licence Beamer 1st & 2nd Test l Welcome drinks reception to get to know your fellow supporters Tour l Gullivers Cricket Forums with journalists and respected names in the cricket field 17 Nov-11 Dec | 25 days l A programme of optional sightseeing and excursions, enabling you to enjoy the From £6,595pp sights and sounds of Australia (some trips are already included in the tour cost, Go to page 6 where specified in the itinerary) l Dedicated UK based team to offer help and advice before, during and after Gully 2nd & 3rd Test Tour your tour experience 1-19 Dec | 19 days l Over 30 years’ experience organising cricket tours – we organised our first Ashes From £5,595pp tour to Australia in 1982 Go to page 7 l Unrivalled service and dedication l Great local destination knowledge – we are recognised as an Aussie Specialist by Duck 4th & 5th Test Tour Tourism Australia with Cairns l Every detail cared for – we do all the hard work so you don’t have to 22 Dec-13 Jan | 23 days l A fantastic cricket camaraderie – join like-minded cricket fans and be at the heart of From £6,455pp the cricket scene Go to pages 8-9 l Gullivers Christmas Day Party at the MCG* l Gullivers New Years Eve Cocktail Party Cruise* Stumped 4th & 5th Test l Gullivers XI Social Match** Tour with Hong Kong *Not included in all tours, please check individual tours for more information 20 Dec-9 Jan | 22 days **Subject to sufficient demand From £7,525pp Go to pages 8-9 ABTA No V8321 91201670 Run Out 4th & 5th Test Tour with Port Douglas Tailor-Made Travel 22 Dec-13 Jan | 23 days From £8,725pp If you would prefer to travel independently, rather than on one of our fully Go to pages 8-9 escorted tours, we can put together a completely bespoke package for you. Please contact Gullivers Tailor-Made on 01684 878723 for a quotation.

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Christmas Day at the MCG Where better to have Christmas lunch on the Tour inclusions eve of the Melbourne Test than at the MCG All our fully escorted tours include the itself? All our supporters come together for a following: festive yet relaxed celebration in a prime • Official gold category match tickets* location overlooking the pitch. Indulge in a • Return economy class flights from delicious three course luncheon and open London Heathrow (upgrades available on request) bar (beer, wine and soft drinks) with live entertainment. • Hotel accommodation on a bed and Included in: Long Stop, Duck, Stumped and Run Out Tours breakfast basis – all 4* to 5* depending on your tour (single New Year’s Eve room supplements apply, room Cocktail Party Cruise sharing available on request) • All internal flights/coach travel in Sydney’s New Year’s Eve celebrations are Australia legendary and our exclusive cocktail party on • Airport/hotel/airport coach transfers board the MV John Cadman III will be an for each group flight experience you never forget. The ship will • Australian tourist visa cruise inside the exclusion zone for the best • Room ready for all early view of the fireworks over Sydney Bridge. international flight arrivals so you don’t have to wait to check in Enjoy an open bar and a feast of the best Australian cuisine, served from food • Dedicated Tour Manager for the stations throughout the ship, including a seafood barbecue on the top deck. duration of your tour Then dance the night away to music provided by a top DJ. The dress code is • Gullivers’ special touring features smart, either jacket and tie or shirt and tie. (see left for which ones are included Included in: Long Stop, Stumped and Run Out Tours on your chosen tour) • Gullivers’ tour merchandise Cricket Forums • Optional sightseeing and excursions (additional cost, some tours do Gullivers Cricket Forums give you the unique include day trips where specified) opportunity to hear the views of well-known *The Duck Tour includes silver names from the cricketing world. Beginning category match tickets with drinks and nibbles, join in with question and answer sessions, match analysis and Not included other cricket related discussions with invited • Travel insurance – go to guests. In the past, guests have included ex-England captains, cricketing greats, www.gulliverstravel.co.uk/insurance media correspondents and affiliated personnel such as umpires and statisticians. for a quotation Lots of lively debate is guaranteed! • General gratuities Included in: All Tours (two forums are included in the Long Stop Tour) • Items of a personal nature such as drinks, meals (other than those Gullivers Christmas Eve XI detailed in the itineraries), Social Match, Melbourne laundry, telephone calls and medical expenses Whether you’re playing in Gullivers XI team in Melbourne, or supporting, don’t miss the chance to mix with the local cricket fraternity Included in: Long Stop, Duck, Stumped and Run Out Tours Please register your interest at time of booking

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1s t & UR 17 November-11 December (25 days) 2nd TEST TO Witness the start of this epic Series. As well as watching the Test matches unfold in Brisbane and Adelaide, we’ll take you to Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and to the beautiful wine region, Barossa Valley.

Itinerary Itinerary Sun 17 Nov IN FLIGHT Sat 30 Nov CAIRNS Meet your dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager at Final day at leisure in Cairns. Perhaps a chance to soak London Heathrow and board your flight to Brisbane. up the sun or take a dip in the refreshing lagoon at the esplanade. Mon 18 Nov IN FLIGHT Tue 19 Nov BRISBANE Sun 1 Dec BAROSSA VALLEY Arrive in Brisbane and transfer to the Pullman Brisbane Travel to Cairns Airport for your onward flight to for eight nights. This evening get to know the rest of Adelaide. On arrival in Adelaide transfer to the Novotel your tour party at a welcome drinks reception hosted in Barossa Valley for three night’s country living. by your Tour Manager. Mon 2 Dec BAROSSA VALLEY Wed 20 Nov BRISBANE Winelands Day Trip At leisure to enjoy this vibrant city and its nearby See the best of South Australia's Barossa Valley on a attractions. How about jumping on a boat to Moreton day tour visiting wineries, historic sites and places of Island, just 75 minutes away, for a day of relaxation or interest. Of course you will get the chance to taste the adventure and a chance to feed wild dolphins? wine too!

Thu 21-Mon 25 Nov BRISBANE Tue 3 Dec BAROSSA VALLEY 1st Test Australia v England Day at leisure. A chance to enjoy the Novotel’s on site Daily transfers to/from the Gabba. activities, including the 18-hole Tanunda Pines Golf The much anticipated 1st Test of the Ashes starts here. Club, outdoor heated pool, badminton and tennis The Tour courts, gymnasium, bike hire and more. If you would Tue 26 Nov BRISBANE like something less active, indulge in a spa treatment or 4* Pullman Brisbane (8 nights) A final day at leisure in Brisbane. Perhaps stroll down to meet a local wine maker at the daily complimentary 5* Hilton Cairns (4 nights) Brisbane’s wonderful Botanical Gardens this afternoon wine tasting. and enjoy the picturesque views of the river. Or go all 4* Novotel, Barossa Valley (3 nights) out and take a cruise along Brisbane River en route to Wed 4 Dec ADELAIDE 4* Stamford Plaza, Adelaide (6 nights) the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and come face to face Transfer from Barossa Valley to Adelaide and check with these loveable creatures. into the Stamford Plaza for six nights. Highlights Thu 5-Mon 9 Dec ADELAIDE Great Barrier Reef Day Trip, Wed 27 Nov CAIRNS Fly from Brisbane to Cairns and transfer to the Hilton 2nd Test Australia v England Barossa Valley Day Tour, Cairns for four nights of relaxation and exploration in Walk to/from the Adelaide Oval. Welcome Reception, Cricket Forum, tropical North Queensland. One evening during this Test, you are invited to an Tour Manager Thu 28 Nov CAIRNS exclusive Gullivers Cricket Forum. Join specially invited Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, is the guests from the world of cricket for an evening of £6,595 per person heart of the Tropical North and as such provides an entertainment and lively debate. £1,890 single supplement ideal base for exploring and enjoying the rich, varied Tue 10 Dec IN FLIGHT pleasures of this region. Enjoy a day at leisure visiting Transfer to Adelaide airport for your flight home. Bid the town or nearby beaches. farewell to your new found friends and reflect on a Scan to book online: Fri 29 Nov CAIRNS fantastic Ashes tour! Great Barrier Reef Trip Wed 11 Dec HOME Enjoy a full day out and lunch on your Great Barrier Arrive London Heathrow. Reef day trip. A catamaran will take you to Agincourt Reef, a magnificent ribbon reef. Here you can choose to snorkel or stay dry in the semi-sub to view the dazzling kaleidoscope of colour underwater. Diving and other activities are also available for an additional cost.

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2n R d OU 1–19 December (19 Days) & 3rd TEST T Enjoy the 2nd and 3rd Tests at the Adelaide Oval and Perth’s WACA as the Ashes gets into full swing. On tour you’ll experience a tale of two cities – thriving Perth and tranquil Adelaide; with Australia’s famed beachlife right on the doorstep of both. Take the opportunity to explore Kangaroo Island and the historic port of Freemantle.

Tue 10 Dec ADELAIDE Itinerary Day at leisure. Kangaroo Island makes an excellent day Sun 1 Dec IN FLIGHT out and is easily reached by sea or air. Kangaroo, Meet your dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager at wallaby, bandicoot and possum are all native to the London Heathrow and board your flight to Adelaide. island, where you can also spot seals and sea lions.

Mon 2 Dec IN FLIGHT Wed 11 Dec PERTH Travel to Adelaide Airport for your onward flight to Tue 3 Dec ADELAIDE Perth. Upon arrival, transfer to the Pan Pacific hotel for Arrive in Adelaide and transfer to the 4* Stamford seven nights. Plaza for eight nights. This evening get to know the rest of your tour party at a welcome drinks reception Thu 12 Dec PERTH hosted by your Tour Manager. Day at leisure. Take time to explore Perth and its surroundings. Enjoy the spectacular views from Kings Park Botanical Gardens, visit the beaches of Cottesloe and Scarborough, and see the black swans of Monger Lake. A trip to nearby Fremantle with its cosmopolitan cafés and lovingly restored old buildings is a must.

Fri 13-Tue 17 Dec PERTH 3rd Test Australia v England Walk to/from the WACA, Perth.

Wed 18 Dec IN FLIGHT Transfer to Perth Airport for your flight home. Bid farewell to your new found friends and reflect on a fantastic Ashes tour!

Thu 19 Dec HOME The Tour Arrive London Heathrow. 4* Stamford Plaza, Adelaide (8 nights) 5* Pan Pacific (7 nights) Highlights Welcome Reception, Cricket Forum, Tour Manager £5,595 per person Wed 4 Dec ADELAIDE £1,800 single supplement Day at leisure. Take time to stroll around the city; being just one mile square its sights are extremely accessible. Scan to book online: Just a 25 minute tram ride away is the popular Glenelg Beach, offering dolphin cruises with the chance to swim with wild dolphins.

Thu 5-Mon 9 Dec ADELAIDE 2nd Test Australia v England Walk to/from the Adelaide Oval. One evening during this Test, you are invited to an exclusive Gullivers Cricket Forum. Join specially invited guests from the world of cricket for an evening of entertainment and lively debate.

Call us on 01684 878723 7 DUCK STUMPED RUN OUT 4th & 5th 4 4 t s 4 t h a t s h g & l h n & n g & ir o 5 u a 5t K th o 5t C h T ng TE t D h T ith ES Ho ST or EST TOUR w T TOUR with TOUR with P Test Tours The final showdown! Our ever popular 4th and 5th Test tours offer a fantastic festive break, spending Christmas in Melbourne and New Year in Sydney. Choose to start your tour off in bustling Hong Kong, or end it in either tropical Cairns or on the golden sands of Port Douglas by picking one of our three tours below.

Duck Tour Itinerary Duck Tour Sun 22 Dec IN FLIGHT Meet your dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager at 22 December-13 January (23 days) London Heathrow and board your flight to Melbourne.

4* Travelodge, Melbourne (7 nights) Mon 23 Dec IN FLIGHT 4* Citigate Hotel, Sydney (8 nights) 5* Hilton Cairns (4 nights) Please follow the main itinerary for 24 Dec-7 Jan (Melbourne and Sydney) on page 9. » Highlights Great Barrier Reef Day Trip, Barossa Wed 8 Jan CAIRNS Valley Day Tour, Christmas Day Travel to Sydney Airport for your onward flight to Luncheon, Welcome Reception, Cairns. Upon arrival, transfer to the Hilton Cairns for four nights. Cricket Forum, Gullivers XI Social, Tour Manager Thu 9 Jan CAIRNS Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef is the £6,455 per person sharing heart of the Tropical North and as such provides an Stumped Tour Itinerary ideal base for exploring and enjoying the rich, varied £1,515 single supplement pleasures of this region. Enjoy a day at leisure exploring Fri 20 Dec IN FLIGHT the town or nearby beaches before retiring to your Meet your dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager at hotel for the evening. London Heathrow and board your flight to Hong Kong. Stumped Tour Fri 10 Jan CAIRNS Sat 21 Dec HONG KONG Great Barrier Reef Trip 20 December-8 January (22 days) Arrive in Hong Kong and transfer to the Langham Enjoy a full day out and lunch on your Great Barrier Hotel for two nights. This evening get to know the rest 5* Langham Hotel, Hong Kong Reef day trip. A catamaran will take you to Agincourt of your tour party at a welcome drinks reception hosted by your Tour Manager. (2 nights) Reef, a magnificent ribbon reef. Here you can choose to snorkel or stay dry in the semi-sub to view the 5* Hilton on the Park, Melbourne dazzling kaleidoscope of colour underwater. Sun 22 Dec HONG KONG (7 nights) Diving and other activities are also available for an Day at leisure. Time to explore the city! Head up to additional cost. Victoria Peak for amazing views, to Stanley Market for 5* Swissotel, Sydney (8 nights) shopping and visit the Big Buddha at See Po Lin Monastery. Finish off your day watching the world’s Highlights Sat 11 Jan CAIRNS Final day at leisure in Cairns. For a bird’s eye view of greatest light show at Victoria Harbour (nightly), Christmas Day Luncheon at MCG, Australia’s World Heritage listed tropical rainforests, topped off with a buzzing evening in Lan Kwai Fong New Year’s Eve Cocktail Party Cruise take a ride on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Lane, brimming with bars and restaurants. on Sydney Harbour, Welcome Sun 12 Jan IN FLIGHT Mon 23 Dec IN FLIGHT Reception, Cricket Forum, Gullivers XI Transfer to Cairns Airport for your flight home. Bid Day at leisure. Transfer to Hong Kong Airport for your Social, Tour Manager farewell to your new found friends and reflect on a overnight flight to Melbourne. fantastic Ashes tour! £7,525 per person sharing Please follow the main itinerary for 24 Dec-7 Mon 13 Jan HOME Jan (Melbourne and Sydney) on page 9. » £1,765 single supplement Arrive London Heathrow. Wed 8 Jan IN FLIGHT Transfer to Sydney Airport for your flight home. Bid farewell to your new found friends and reflect on a fantastic Ashes tour! Call us on Thu 9 Jan HOME 01684 878723 if Arrive London Heathrow. you would like to book the Stumped Tour without Hong Kong

8 Book now at gulliverstravel.co.uk Main Itinerary for 4th & 5th Test Tours (24 Dec-7 Jan) Tue 24 Dec MELBOURNE Arrive in Melbourne and transfer to your hotel for seven nights. Gullivers XI Social If you are not playing yourself, come and support the Gullivers XI as they take to the field against the local opposition. A great way to meet the locals and find out what they think of the Test series so far. A welcome drinks reception for the Duck and Stumped Tours will be held this evening, so you can get to know the rest of your tour party.

Wed 25 Dec MELBOURNE Christmas Day Luncheon at MCG Where better to celebrate Christmas Day on a Run Out Tour Itinerary cricket tour, than at the MCG itself? Gullivers’ Sun 22 Dec IN FLIGHT exclusive Christmas Day Luncheon includes a Run Out Tour Meet your dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager at delicious three course menu, open bar and live London Heathrow and board your flight to entertainment, all with great views over the 22 December-13 January (23 days) Melbourne. pitch, as the ground staff make final preparations for tomorrow’s Test. 4* Crowne Promenade, Melbourne Mon 23 Dec IN FLIGHT Thu 26-Mon 30 Dec MELBOURNE (7 nights) Please follow the main itinerary for 24 Dec-7 4th Test Australia v England 5* Four Seasons, Sydney (8 nights) Jan (Melbourne and Sydney) – see right. » 5*Pullman Sea Temple, Port Douglas Walk to/from the MCG, Melbourne. (4 nights) Wed 8 Jan PORT DOUGLAS Tue 31 Dec SYDNEY Travel to Sydney Airport for your onward flight to Travel to Melbourne Airport for your onward Highlights Cairns. Upon arrival, transfer to the Pullman Sea flight to Sydney. Upon arrival, check in to your Great Barrier Reef Day Trip, Christmas Temple for four nights. hotel for eight nights. Day Luncheon at MCG, New Year’s Eve Thu 9 Jan PORT DOUGLAS New Year’s Eve Cocktail Party Cruise Cocktail Party Cruise on Sydney Day at leisure. Port Douglas is ideally situated to Welcome in the New Year at Gullivers’ exclusive Harbour, Welcome Reception, explore the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef cocktail party. Hosted on board MV John and Daintree Rainforest. Whether it’s relaxation or Cadman III, we will cruise Sydney Harbour for an Cricket Forum, Gullivers XI Social, adventure you’re looking for, there’s something unrivalled view of the famous fireworks. Enjoy Tour Manage for you here. great food, an open bar and music from a top DJ – this will be a night to remember. £8725 per person sharing Fri 10 Jan PORT DOUGLAS Not included on the Duck Tour, meaning you are Great Barrier Reef Trip free to make your own New Year’s Eve £2,175 single supplement arrangements. Enjoy a full day out and lunch on your Great Barrier Reef day trip. A catamaran will take you to Agincourt Wed 1 Jan SYDNEY Reef, a magnificent ribbon reef. Here you can choose Day at leisure. Why not start the New Year to snorkel or stay dry in the semi-sub to view the with a half day sightseeing tour of Sydney’s dazzling kaleidoscope of colour underwater. iconic sights? Amongst them Sydney Harbour Diving and other activities are also available for an Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Darling Harbour, Scan to book your additional cost. King’s Cross, Bondi Beach and more. In the chosen 4th & 5th afternoon take a ferry to Manly, enjoying the Sat 11 Jan PORT DOUGLAS cruise out to another beautiful area of this Test Tour online: Final day at leisure. Perhaps go crocodile spotting on a wonderful city. cruise along Daintree River, lined by ancient rainforests and mangroves. Thu 2 Jan SYDNEY Day at leisure. If you fancy a trip further afield, Sun 12 Jan IN FLIGHT the Blue Mountains are not to be missed. Transfer to Cairns Airport for your flight home. Bid farewell to your new found friends and reflect on a Fri 3-Tue 7 Jan SYDNEY fantastic Ashes tour! 5th Test Australia v England Mon 13 Jan HOME Daily transfers to/from the Sydney Cricket Arrive London Heathrow. Ground. One evening during this Test, you are invited to an exclusive Gullivers Cricket Forum.

Call us on 01684 878723 9 LONG STOP Long Stop Tour All 5 Tests 17 November-9 January (54 days) 5 TEST TOUR Our ultimate tour – live and breathe all the excitement of the Ashes, from start to finish. As well as not missing a thing when it comes to the cricket, you’ll experience many of Australia’s different landscapes – from the vibrant cities and beautiful beaches to wine regions and tropical rainforests.

Itinerary Itinerary The Tour Sun 17 Nov IN FLIGHT Sat 30 Nov CAIRNS Meet your dedicated Gullivers Tour Manager at Final day at leisure in Cairns. For a bird’s eye view of 5* Sofitel Brisbane (8 nights) London Heathrow and board your flight to Brisbane. Australia’s World Heritage listed tropical rainforests, take a ride on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. 5* Hilton (4 nights) Mon 18 Nov IN FLIGHT 4* Novotel, Barossa Valley (3 nights) Sun 1 Dec BAROSSA VALLEY 4* Stamford Plaza, Adelaide (7 nights) Tue 19 Nov BRISBANE Travel to Cairns Airport for your onward flight to Arrive in Brisbane and transfer to the Sofitel Brisbane 5* Pan Pacific, Perth (9 nights) Adelaide. On arrival in Adelaide transfer to the Novotel for eight nights. This evening get to know the rest of in Barossa Valley for three night’s country living. 4* Darby Park, Margaret River your tour party at a welcome drinks reception hosted (3 nights) by your Tour Manager. Mon 2 Dec BAROSSA VALLEY 5* Hilton on the Park, Melbourne Wed 20 Nov BRISBANE Barossa Valley Day Tour (8 nights) At leisure to enjoy this vibrant city and its nearby See the best of South Australia's Barossa Valley on a 4* Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, attractions. Perhaps stroll down to Brisbane’s day tour visiting wineries, historic sites and places of Sydney (8 nights) wonderful Botanical Gardens this afternoon and enjoy interest. Of course you will get the chance to taste the the picturesque views of the river. Or go all out and wine too! Highlights take a cruise along Brisbane River en route to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and come face to face with these Tue 3 Dec BAROSSA VALLEY Great Barrier Reef Day Trip, Barossa loveable creatures. Day at leisure. A chance to enjoy the Novotel’s on-site Valley Day Tour, Margaret River Day activities, including the 18-hole Tanunda Pines Golf Tour, Gullivers XI Social, Christmas Day Thu 21-Mon 25 Nov BRISBANE Club, outdoor heated pool, badminton and tennis 1st Test Australia v England courts, gymnasium, bike hire and more. If you would Luncheon at MCG, New Year’s Eve like something less active, indulge in a spa treatment or Cocktail Party Cruise on Sydney Daily transfers to/from the Gabba. meet a local wine maker at the daily complimentary Harbour, Welcome Reception, Cricket The much anticipated 1st Test of the Ashes starts here. wine tasting. Forum, Tour Manager Tue 26 Nov BRISBANE Wed 4 Dec ADELAIDE A final day at leisure in Brisbane. How about taking a Transfer from Barossa Valley to Adelaide and check £15,995 per person sharing trip to the Sunshine Coast, north of Brisbane, visiting into the Stamford Plaza for seven nights. the stunning and stylish Noosa Heads? £5,250 single supplement Thu 5-Mon 9 Dec ADELAIDE Wed 27 Nov CAIRNS Fly from Brisbane to Cairns and transfer to the Hilton 2nd Test Australia v England Due to this tour being so long it is not Cairns for four nights of relaxation and exploration in Walk to/from the Adelaide Oval. available to book online. To book your tropical North Queensland. One evening during this Test, you are invited to an place, please call us on 01684 878723. exclusive Gullivers Cricket Forum. Join specially invited Thu 28 Nov CAIRNS guests from the world of cricket for an evening of Cairns, the Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef is the entertainment and lively debate. heart of the Tropical North and as such provides an ideal base for exploring and enjoying the rich, varied Tue 10 Dec ADELAIDE pleasures of this region. Enjoy a day at leisure exploring Day at leisure. Kangaroo Island makes an excellent day the town or nearby beaches before retiring to your out and is easily reached by sea or air. Kangaroo, hotel for the evening. wallaby, bandicoot and possum are all native to the island, where you can also spot seals and sea lions. Fri 29 Nov CAIRNS Great Barrier Reef Trip Wed 11 Dec PERTH Travel to Adelaide Airport for your onward flight to Enjoy a full day out and lunch on your Great Barrier Perth. Upon arrival, transfer to the Pan Pacific hotel for Reef day trip. A catamaran will take you to Agincourt nine nights. Reef, a magnificent ribbon reef. Here you can choose to snorkel or stay dry in the semi-sub to view the dazzling kaleidoscope of colour underwater. Diving and other activities are also available for an additional cost.

10 Book now at gulliverstravel.co.uk Thu 12 Dec PERTH Day at leisure. Take time to explore Perth and its surroundings. Enjoy the spectacular views from Booking your tour Kings Park Botanical Gardens, visit the beaches of Cottesloe and Scarborough, and see the black swans of How to Book Monger Lake. • Book your tour online at Fri 13-Tue 17 Dec PERTH www.gulliverstravel.co.uk/ashes 3rd Test Australia v England Or Walk to/from the WACA, Perth. • Complete and return the enclosed booking request form Wed 18 Dec PERTH Day at leisure. Visiting The Pinnacles is a popular day Payment Structure trip from Perth. Rising out of the desert floor like Deposit something from a lunar landscape, they were formed £1,000 per person on booking*. by an abundance of seashells blown here from the sea *If you have advance registered, you are entitled to many thousands of years ago. On the trip look out for a reduced deposit of £400 per person. kangaroos, emus, cockatoos and other birds. Interim payment Thu 19 Dec PERTH £2000 per person by 14 June 2013. We will Final day at leisure. A trip to nearby Fremantle with its invoice you prior to this date. cosmopolitan cafés and lovingly restored old buildings is a must. Balance payment By 6 September 2013. We will invoice you Fri 20 Dec MARGARET RIVER prior to this date. Transfer from Perth by coach to Margaret River and check in to the Darby Park for three nights. A short Bookings after 6 September 2013 stroll will take you to inviting cafés, bars, galleries and Full payment is required at the time of artisan gift shops in this beautiful area. booking. Sat 21 Dec MARGARET RIVER Please note that we do not charge an Day at leisure. With over 120 wineries in Margaret additional fee or surcharge for payment by River, if you walk down any vine-flanked country lane credit card. you're likely to find welcoming cellar door hospitality Amendment Charges and the chance to taste world class wines. Tue 31 Dec SYDNEY If you wish to amend or transfer your Sun 22 Dec MARGARET RIVER Travel to Melbourne Airport for your onward flight to booking in any way, you must make your Margaret River Day Tour Sydney. Upon arrival, check in to the Four Points by request in writing as soon as possible. Once Sheraton Hotel for eight nights. your booking confirmation has been Explore Margaret River on a full day guided tour, received, the following mandatory visiting notable wineries in the region. Learn about the New Year’s Eve Cocktail Party Cruise area and taste the renowned flavours of the region’s amendment charge applies, plus any best food. Welcome in the New Year at Gullivers’ exclusive additional charges incurred from our cocktail party. Hosted on board MV John Cadman III, suppliers: Mon 23 Dec MELBOURNE we will cruise Sydney Harbour for an unrivalled view of 0-14 days Nil Travel to Perth Airport for your onward flight to the famous fireworks. Enjoy great food, an open bar Melbourne. Upon arrival, check in to the Hilton on the and music from a top DJ – this will be a night to 14 days onwards £90 Park for eight nights. Melbourne’s top sights include remember. Applies after receipt of booking confirmation Captain Cook’s Cottage, Queen Victoria Markets and Changing dates or numbers travelling are Wed 1 Jan SYDNEY Fitzroy Gardens. major changes which may have to be At leisure. Why not start the new year with a half day Tue 24 Dec MELBOURNE sightseeing tour of Sydney’s iconic sights? Amongst treated as cancellations and subsequent re- bookings. Any amendments made Gullivers XI Social them Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Darling Harbour, King’s Cross, Bondi Beach and within 12 weeks of travel are If you are not playing yourself, come and support the more. In the afternoon take a ferry to Manly, enjoying strongly discouraged and may See the Gullivers XI as they take to the field against the local the cruise out to another stunning area of this be treated as a cancellation. enclosed opposition. A great way to meet the locals and find out booking form wonderful city. Please see our booking for full booking what they think of the Test series so far. Thu 2 Jan SYDNEY conditions for charges that conditions Wed 25 Dec MELBOURNE Day at leisure. If you fancy a trip further afield, the Blue apply in this instance. Christmas Day Luncheon at MCG Mountains are not to be missed. Travel Insurance Where better to celebrate Christmas Day on a cricket Fri 3-Tue 7 Jan SYDNEY It is vital when travelling that you tour, than at the MCG itself? Gullivers’ exclusive are properly insured. You should pay your Christmas Day Luncheon includes a delicious three 5th Test Australia v England premium at the same time as making course menu, open bar and live entertainment, all with Daily transfers to/from the Sydney Cricket Ground. great views over the pitch, as the ground staff make One evening during this Test, you are invited to your your booking to ensure you are fully final preparations for tomorrow’s Test. second exclusive Gullivers Cricket Forum. covered in the event of cancellation. All other sections of insurance cover commence Thu 26-Mon 30 Dec MELBOURNE Wed 8 Jan SYDNEY at departure date. Transfer to Sydney Airport for your flight home. Bid 4th Test Australia v England farewell to your new found friends and reflect on a To take out Gullivers Sports Travel’s Walk to/from the MCG, Melbourne. fantastic Ashes tour! comprehensive travel insurance, in association with Rock Insurance Services Thu 9 Jan HOME Arrive London Heathrow. 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Call us on 01684 878723 11 “An incredible holiday, praise and congratulations go to all of the Gullivers team, this Ashes tour made the start of my 2011 very special and will remain with me for a lifetime.” Andrew Corry, Ashes 2010/11

“Everything was perfect, Gullivers certainly know how to organise a tour. We were catered for in every way and our tour manager was excellent – he looked after every single one of us as if his life depended on it! Thank you for a trip of a lifetime.” Agnes & Barry Staines, Ashes 2010/11

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