The First & Second Test
Let us whisk you off to see the opening two test matches in what’s set to be a historical series against India. Hyderabad with its historical charm and love for cricket will be joined by Vizag, the picturesque coastal city where cricket meets the serenity of the Bay of Bengal as the two locations to kickstart the test series in early 2024, and our package delivers a truly once in a lifetime cricketing and cultural rollercoaster!
Guaranteed tickets to all days of the first two tests, international flights, full transportation throughout, various cultural excursions hosted by an English speaking guide and some Elite Sports Travel perks such as complimentary airport lounge access and private airport transfer direct from the comfort of your home.
23rd Jan – 8th Feb 2024
15 Nights
from
£7,495 pp
What’s Included
- Guaranteed tickets to all days of the first test for England vs India at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad
- Guaranteed tickets to all days of the second test for England vs India at the Dr Y.S. Rajashekar Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Vizag
- Return international flights from London to Hyderabad via Delhi and Mumbai to London via Hyderabad with Virgin Atlantic in Economy class
- 7 nights at the 5* ITC Kakatiya Hotel in Hyderabad in a superior room on Half Board basis
- 7 nights at the 5* Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach in a superior room on Half Board basis
- 1 nights at the 5* Trident Nariman in Mumbai in a deluxe room on Half Board basis
- Tour of Hyderabad including visits to Charminar, Salar Jung Museum, Golconda Fort & Mecca Mas
- City tour of Vizag
- Domestic flight from Hyderabad to Vizag
- Domestic flight from Vizag to Mumbai
- Executive chauffeur driven private transfer from your home to your UK departure airport
- Complimentary lounge access at your UK departure airport
- Airport meet & greet and return airport transfers
- Return match day transportation
- Exclusive EST Cricket Merchandise
- English speaking local guides during the transportation and sightseeing excursions
Optional Extras
- Flight upgrade options to Premium Economy, Business and First
- We have hand picked some of the finest hotel properties in India for this itinerary, but you are welcome to switch to alternative hotels and we can help source these for you on request
- Options to bolt on additional test matches, beach extensions, other cities etc available on request
LUXURY ACCOMMODATION
5* ITC Kakatiya
ITC Kakatiya pays tribute to the age of the great Kakatiya Dynasty. Located in the heart of the commercial district of Hyderabad, the hotel welcomes its guests to a renaissance of art, design and a bountiful life. With 188 exquisite rooms and suites, a bouquet of four dining destinations, and exceptional wellness facilities, the hotel has carved a special niche for itself in the life of the metropolis.
5* Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach – Vizag
Placed right on the beach stands a model of architectural brilliance and an epitome of hospitality, Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach, the first and only 5-star deluxe hotel of the city and the entire state of Andhra Pradesh. With major accolades of the hospitality world added to its name like the “Best New Hotel of the Year 2011”.
The roof-top Infinity bar and kitchen placed 150ft above the sea level serves delicious multi-cuisine food. A panoramic aerial-like view of the Bay of Bengal is its USP apart from the scrumptious delicacies. The in-house guests are lodged in a vast abode of 225 rooms, all with a breathtaking sea-facing view.
5* Trident Nariman Point – Mumbai
It’s one of Mumbai’s finest hotels, with fabulous views, sterling service, a lovely spa and a seafront pool. Trident Nariman Point, looking out to sea, has a fantastic location: a short distance from the sights and historic buildings of Colaba and Fort, as well as Marine Drive, Chowpatty Beach, the Gateway of India and Mumbai’s museums.
Southeast-Asian and Japanese cuisine are served at India Jones restaurant, where chefs entertain with spectacular sleight-of-hand cooking at the Teppanyaki Grill. A lovely place to call home while exploring all the delights of Mumbai.
From the moment you book with us
At Elite Sports Travel, we like to provide a full luxury end to end service, which all starts from the moment you book with us. We hold you hand through the booking process, help arrange your visas and help with check-in where needed. We’ll make sure you have everything you need in place ready for your holiday.
When the day comes, one of our professional drivers will collect you from your home and deliver you to the airport in an executive car in fine style. When you arrive, you’ll drop your bags off and then head to the airport lounge where you’ll enjoy a glass of bubbles on us before your flight, irrespective of which class you are travelling.
Looking after you every step of the way
When you arrive in India our team on the ground will take care of you from the moment you step out of arrivals, with english speaking representatives and guides at all times to ensure a smooth transfer and check-in process.
You’ll have constant contact with our team throughout the your time in India and they will ensure your safety and organisation to make sure you get the very best out of your holiday with us.
That’s why people travel with time and again, and you can read more about this on our reviews page here.
Breakfast and dinner covered every day
We only use the finest luxury hotel properties for our clients in India and we ensure that you are looked after a cut above everyone else.
All our hotel properties selected are on a Half Board basis which means that not only is your breakfast covered, but we also cover your evening meal when you return from a long day at the cricket.
No stone is unturned to ensure the ultimate comfort for you so you don’t need to worry about anything except enjoying your holiday.
TRIP ITINERARY
| Day | Date | Sector | Outline Program | Hotel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 01 | Mon 22nd Jan | London – Hyderabad | Depart London for your overnight direct flight to Hyderabad | |
| Day 02 | Tues 23rd Jan | Hyderabad | Arrive in Hyderabad where a representative will meet you and assist with your transfer to your accommodation at the 5* ITC Kakatiya for a 8 night stay on Half Board basis. | 5* ITC Kakatiya |
| Day 03 | Wed 24th Jan | Hyderabad | After breakfast, day is free at leisure | |
| Day 04 | Thu 25th Jan | Hyderabad | After breakfast, return transfer to Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium for day 1 of the test match between India and England. | |
| Day 05 | Fri 26th Jan | Hyderabad | After breakfast, return transfer to Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium for day 2 of the test match between India and England. | |
| Day 06 | Sat 27th Jan | Hyderabad | After breakfast, return transfer to Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium for day 3 of the test match between India and England. | |
| Day 07 | Sun 28th Jan | Hyderabad | After breakfast, return transfer to Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium for day 4 of the test match between India and England. | |
| Day 08 | Mon 29th Jan | Hyderabad | After breakfast, return transfer to Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium for day 5 of the test match between India and England. | |
| Day 09 | Tue 30th Jan | Hyderabad | After breakfast, enjoy a city of Hyderabad | |
| Day 10 | Wed 31st Jan | Hyderabad – Vizag | Today you will be provided a departure transfer to the International airport to board your flight to Vizag. Arrive in Vizag where a representative will meet you and assist with your transfer to your accommodation at the 5* Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach for a 7 night stay on Half Board basis. | 5* Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach |
| Day 11 | Thu 1st Feb | Vizag | After breakfast, enjoy a city tour of Vizag. | |
| Day 12 | Fri 2nd Feb | Vizag | After breakfast, return transfer to Dr. Y.S.Rajashekar Reddy Cricket Stadium for day 1 of the test match between India and England. | |
| Day 13 | Sat 3rd Feb | Vizag | After breakfast, return transfer to Dr. Y.S.Rajashekar Reddy Cricket Stadium for day 2 of the test match between India and England. | |
| Day 14 | Sun 4th Feb | Vizag | After breakfast, return transfer to Dr. Y.S.Rajashekar Reddy Cricket Stadium for day 3 of the test match between India and England. | |
| Day 15 | Mon 5th Feb | Vizag | After breakfast, return transfer to Dr. Y.S.Rajashekar Reddy Cricket Stadium for day 4 of the test match between India and England. | |
| Day 16 | Tue 6th Feb | Vizag | After breakfast, return transfer to Dr. Y.S.Rajashekar Reddy Cricket Stadium for day 5 of the test match between India and England. | |
| Day 17 | Wed 7th Feb | Vizag – Hyderabad | Today you will be provided a departure transfer to the airport to board your flight to Hyderabad. Arrive in Hyderabad where a representative will meet you and assist with your transfer to your accommodation at the 5* ITC Kakatiya for a 1 night stay on Half Board basis. | 5* ITC Kakatiya |
| Day 18 | Thu 8th Feb | Hyderabad – London | Today you will be provided a departure transfer to the international airport to board your flight back to London. |
“My son and I wanted to see the IPL – and while we were bound to school holidays, EST arranged a tailored trip for us. We travelled to India for eight days and watched two IPL games, one in Delhi and one in Mumbai. It was a fantastic trip – full of exciting sightseeing trips and cricket. We enjoyed the whole experience and collected impressions and memories that will stay with us. John @ EST was excellent, he managed to put the trip together accommodating our wishes on very short notice. The local guides were outstanding – we can highly recommend EST and will definitely book with them again.”