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CENTURION/PRETORIA 1ST CRICKET TEST MATCH
The boxing day test match has traditionally been played in Durban. In 2018 it was moved to Supersport Park in Centurion/Pretoria, with cricket South Africa citing falling crowds in Durban. This is the 1st Test Match of the series, which is always vital for either team's hope of success for the series - 1 up with 4 to play is a good position to be in! We have included 4 star hotels in the city, but we can of course book a 5 star hotel if that is what you would prefer.
This package includes seated match tickets for all 5 days, and transfers each day. We can tailor-make whatever you want, around this package. Please ask us to quote for flights, or you can just take the ground package. There is also an option for a shared hospitality package - please ask us for details.
TRIP INFORMATION
PRETORIA
6 NIGHTS
ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
Guaranteed match tickets for all 5 days & hospitality.
4 star hotels.
Transfer to/from the ground(s) each day.
From £ 1,725
per person sharing
CRICKET HOLIDAY
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DAY 1
25TH DECEMBER 2019
ARRIVAL IN HIGHVELD PRETORIA
On arrival into Johannesburg International Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel for your 6-night stay. Pretoria is the administrative capital of South Africa, just north of Johannesburg, and blessed by one of the best climates in the country. The city has a good nightlife and restaurants, that are relaxed and easy going.
YOUR ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
The hotel flows around a glittering pool, the focal point, the perfect space to unwind after exploring this city. The bar offers young-at-heart guests fun vibes.
DAY 2
26TH DECEMBER 2019 FIRST DAY OF TEST MATCH
1st CRICKET TEST MATCH AT CENTURION - DAY 1
This morning you will be collected from your hotel, arriving at the ground in plenty of time for the start of this iconic test match. You will be in shaded Grandstand seats. There is also the option of being in the shared hospitality section of the main Grandstand, and the package includes lunch & drinks for days 1-4 (Day 5 on a cash basis) - supplement £650 per person.
Alex Hales made his debut in the 2015 match in Durban. A relatively low-scoring affair, Stuart Broad and Steve each took 4 wickets in an innings to turn the game England's way, England winning by a comfortable 241 runs eventually, to set up the 2-1 series win.
DAYS 3-6
27TH - 30TH DECEMBER 2019
1st CRICKET TEST MATCH AT CENTURION - DAYS 2-5
Enjoy the Test Match!
If the Test Match only goes for 4 days, we have arranged an optional city tour on Day 5.
DAY 7
31ST DECEMBER 2019
DEPART PRETORIA
You will be collected from your hotel and transferred to Johannesburg Airport for your onward/return flight(s) & arrangements.
ITINERARY INFORMATION
INCLUDED:
All accommodation, on a B&B basis
Airport transfers
Transfers to/from the ground each day
Guaranteed match tickets & Shared hospitality including lunch & drinks (Day 5, cash basis)
EXCLUDED:
Travel Insurance
Meals, Drinks & Activities not specified;
Items of a personal nature - e.g. tips, telephone, laundry etc.
Where prices are shown for a travel itinerary, they are intended to give you some guidance as to what is possible and to help you budget. Where multiple accommodation options are shown, the "guide price" is based upon the property highlighted as the "featured" property. The prices are accurate at the time of being published, but they are not definitive rates and are subject to reconfirmation at the time of booking.
There are also many offers, value adds, discounts and specials throughout the year. Honeymoon offers, wedding packages, early booking offers, free nights, discounted airfares and more - contact us for full details. Please note that holidays which do not fall completely within a price or date band may be subject to increase or decrease.
TRAVEL TIME
Pretoria > Supersport Park Centurion
30min
Note: These times are estimates and depend on flights and accommodation selections.
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For genuine cricket fans, watching England play overseas is a fantastic experience. This package can be combined with either of our suggested extensions. Or we offer a full tailor-made experience, so that not only do you see the cricket, but you also have the holiday of a lifetime in Africa!
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