England Cricket in New Zealand | 2nd & 3rd Test | Luxury Travel

2ND & 3RD TEST TOUR

Experience the electrifying conclusion to what promises to be a sensational Test series, with England aiming to secure a victory against the Black Caps on enemy soil. This luxury two test package ensures the best of the Elite Sports Travel experience, where customers enjoy the finest standards of hotel, luxury transportation, brilliant excursions and social events and the full on site support from our caring team to look after you the whole way.

With matches at the iconic cricket venues of Basin Reserve and Seddon Park, known for their intimate atmospheres and stunning settings, you can enjoy the thrilling climax to what is shaping up to be an unforgettable series!

3rd – 21st Dec 2024

15 nights

from

£9,495pp

What’s Included

  • Official tickets to all 5 days of the 2nd Test in Wellington & 3rd Test in Hamilton
  • Return flights from London to Wellington via Singapore & Auckland to London via Singapore in economy class with Singapore Airlines
  • 6 nights at the 5* InterContinental Hotel in Wellington on Bed & Breakfast basis
  • 1 night at the 5* Swiss-Belboutique hotel in Napier on Bed & Breakfast basis
  • 1 night at the 5* Pullman Hotel in Rotorua on Bed & Breakfast basis
  • 6 nights at the 3* Ibis Tainui Hotel in Hamilton on Bed & Breakfast basis
  • 1 night at the 5* Sofitel Viaduct Harbour in Auckland on Bed & Breakfast basis
  • Elite Sports Travel “Welcome Drinks” on your arrival evening
  • Elite Sports Travel “Farewell Drinks” on your last night
  • Dinner at New Zealands oldest winery the Mission Estate Winery in Napier
  • Traditional Maori evening experience at Tamaki Maori Village for Te Pā Tū, includes Maori style dinner
  • Excursion to Te Puia Geothermal Reserve including a Maori cultural experience
    Visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set
  • Return executive chauffeur driven private transportation from your home to your UK departure airport
  • Complimentary lounge access at your UK & New Zealand departure airports regardless of your class of travel
  • All transportation throughout New Zealand including airport transfers, match day transfers, group coach transfers, excursion transfers and much more
  • Scenic ferry from Picton across to Wellington on the north island
  • Exclusive Elite Sports Travel cricket merchandise
  • Elite Sports Travel Tour Managers travelling with the group in New Zealand

Optional Extras

  • Flight & hotel room type upgrades available on request
  • Options to add on full match hospitality by the day including breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea and inclusive beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks.
  • We have a number of pre and post tour extensions available on request including:
    South Island tour extension
    Fiji, Tonga, Samoa or the Cook Islands
    Australia, Singapore, Dubai stopovers
    And much more.  Please ask for details.

TOUR ITINERARY

Day 01 – Tue 3rd Dec

London to Wellington

Your private chauffeur-driven executive class vehicle will arrive at your chosen location to collect you for your journey to your departure airport ahead of your flight to Wellington.

Once checked in and through to departures, enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks on us in one of the comfortable airport lounges, regardless of your class of travel, ahead of your flight to Singapore.

Day 02 – Wed 4th Dec

In flight

The aircraft will stop for refuelling in Singapore for two hours, which will give you a welcome opportunity to stretch your legs ahead of the next stage of your journey on to New Zealand.

Day 03 – Thu 5th Dec

Wellington

Welcome to New Zealand! On arrival at Wellington Airport you will be transferred to your hotel.

Remainder of the day is yours at leisure to rest and relax or explore the central city independently.

Join us in the evening for an informal gathering of ‘Welcome’ drinks, giving you the chance to meet your EST tour staff in more detail and get to know your fellow travellers.

Accommodation: 5* InterContinental Wellington

Day 04 – Fri 6th Dec

Wellington
Day 1 – New Zealand v England
Basin Reserve

Following breakfast, board the coach for your transfer to Basin Reserve. Following the conclusion of play your coach will return you to your hotel.

Day 05 – Sat 7th Dec

Wellington
Day 2 – New Zealand v England
Basin Reserve

Following breakfast, board the coach for your transfer to Basin Reserve. Following the conclusion of play your coach will return you to your hotel.

Day 06 – Sun 8th Dec

Wellington
Day 3 – New Zealand v England
Basin Reserve

Following breakfast, board the coach for your transfer to Basin Reserve. Following the conclusion of play your coach will return you to your hotel.

Day 07 – Mon 9th Dec

Wellington
Day 4 – New Zealand v England
Basin Reserve

Following breakfast, board the coach for your transfer to Basin Reserve. Following the conclusion of play your coach will return you to your hotel.

Day 08 – Tue 10th Dec

Christchurch
Day 5 – New Zealand v England
Basin Reserve

Following breakfast, board the coach for your transfer to Basin Reserve. Following the conclusion of play your coach will return you to your hotel.

Day 09 – Wed 11th Dec

Wellington to Napier

Today travel through the Hutt Valley and over the Rimutaka Hill into the Wairarapa Region, then through the rolling countryside of the Central Hawkes Bay to Napier City, the Art Deco Capital of New Zealand.

Dinner at Mission Estate Winery:
In the evening, join with the group for an exquisite dinner at the Mission Estate Winery. Established in 1851 by French missionaries, it is New Zealand’s oldest winery. The area is also one of New Zealand’s top grape growing regions with some of the country’s best known wines coming from the Hawke’s Bay – particularly red blends and Chardonnay.

Accommodation: 5* Swiss-Belboutique Napier

Day 10 – Thu 12th Dec

Napier to Rotorua

Travel north through the Eskdale Valley and over the ranges to Taupo on the shores of Lake Taupo, New Zealand’s largest lake.  From here continue north across farmland and through pine forests to the thermal wonderland of Rotorua.  Time on arrival for an orientation tour of Rotorua, including the picturesque Lake Tarawera.

Traditional Maori Evening:
This evening, in what is always one of the highlights for any trip to New Zealand, we will visit Tamaki Maori Village for Te Pā Tū.  Feast on Māori song, tradition, and divine seasonal cuisine within the forest Pā (village) amidst towering Tawa trees, and blazing bonfires. Within the forest-formed amphitheatre attention shifts to stories relayed through haka, song and drama, before torchlight guides guests to the dining space for the evening.  Feasting begins with canapes and culminates in a lavish fusion feast showcasing indigenous ingredients and techniques, both contemporary or ancient.

Accommodation: 5* Pullman Hotel Rotorua

Day 11 – Fri 13th Dec

Rotorua to Hamilton

Before departing Rotorua this morning, visit Te Puia Geothermal Reserve and the NZ Maori Arts and Crafts Institute where a guided tour combines a premier Maori culture experience with an introduction to the magnificent geothermal activity in the Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley. Whilst in the valley see the boiling mud pools, steaming silica terraces, hot springs and geysers including the famous Pohutu Geyser which can erupt up to 30 metres high, depending on its mood.

You will also get the chance to travel through the Mamaku Ranges to Matamata, home to Hobbiton. Experience the real Middle-earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set, the bucolic setting for The Shire that featured in the Peter Jackson directed films, ‘The Lord of the Rings’ and ‘The Hobbit’.

Accommodation: 3* Ibis Hotel Hamilton

Day 12 – Sat 14th Dec

Hamilton
Day 1 – New Zealand v England
Seddon Park

Following breakfast, board the coach for your transfer to Seddon Park. Following the conclusion of play your coach will return you to your hotel.

Day 13 – Sun 15th Dec

Hamilton
Day 2 – New Zealand v England
Seddon Park

Following breakfast, board the coach for your transfer to Seddon Park. Following the conclusion of play your coach will return you to your hotel.

Day 14 – Mon 16th Dec

Hamilton
Day 3 – New Zealand v England
Seddon Park

Following breakfast, board the coach for your transfer to Seddon Park. Following the conclusion of play your coach will return you to your hotel.

Day 15 – Tue 17th Dec

Hamilton
Day 4 – New Zealand v England
Seddon Park

Following breakfast, board the coach for your transfer to Seddon Park. Following the conclusion of play your coach will return you to your hotel.

Day 16 – Wed 18th Dec

Hamilton
Day 5 – New Zealand v England
Seddon Park

Following breakfast, board the coach for your transfer to Seddon Park. Following the conclusion of play your coach will return you to your hotel.

Day 17 – Thu 19th Dec

Hamilton to Auckland

Check out of your hotel and board the coach for your 2 hour transfer to Auckland, where you’ll stay at the luxurious 5-star Sofitel Viaduct Harbour right in the heart of Auckland. Enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure to explore or relax before your flight tomorrow.

In the evening, join us in the lobby for a Farewell drinks social to reflect on a hugely enjoyable series and (hopefully!) victory, and bid farewell to your fellow travellers before heading home.

Day 18 – Fri 20th Dec

Hamilton to Auckland

Check out of your hotel and board your transportation to Auckland International Airport for your flight to London via Singapore with Singapore Airlines.

Day 19 – Sat 21st Dec

London

Arrive into London Heathrow. Once you have passed through passport control and collected your luggage, head through arrivals to meet your chauffeur for your return executive car transportation home.

What it’s like watching cricket in New Zealand with Elite Sports Travel

“Travelled to New Zealand on 12th Feb for the two test series. For me I was doing the South Island tour after the tests finished. The organisation and guidance we received throughout was first class. Everything worked like clockwork. We were unable to visit Napier because of the cyclone. Elite quickly added another great activity. All the activities were of a high standard and worth doing. Hotels and transport connections outstanding. I would recommend Elite Sports Travel whole heartedly. Brilliant.”

David Anderson – New Zealand 2023

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