international cricket tours

   Brisbane & Adelaide    Two 3 mobile Tests

                                        plus 2 nights in Sydney

                                              22 November to 11 December 2010

 Grand Cru has planned this special 17-night tour for those supporters who would not only like to see more Test cricket but would also like the chance to visit Sydney.  This tour includes 8 nights in Brisbane for the first 3 mobile Ashes Test followed by 7 nights in Adelaide for the Second 3 mobile Test.  The tour departs for Sydney immediately after the end of the Test which gives almost 2 full days in Sydney before the return flight to London.

 Brisbane is the bustling heart of Queensland - a city that combines the best of Queensland’s famous laid back  life-style with the sights, sounds and energy of a modern international city.  Brisbane has a unique combination of the old and the new - sandstone cathedrals blend with steel and glass skyscrapers; modern architectural design is teamed with a healthy respect for tradition.  There are lovely grassy parks and a river that snakes through the city. Brisbane is close to the wonderful beaches of the Gold Coast and the amazing underwater secrets of the Great Barrier Reef.

Adelaide is a city with well preserved Victorian architecture and a free and easy lifestyle.  Set amongst the rolling hills of the Mount Lofty Range, the city is laid out either side of the River Torrens and three main roads cross the river to the distinctive colonial architecture and cafe culture of North Adelaide. The Adelaide Oval, which houses the Bradman Collection  Museum, is regarded by many as one of the most picturesque Test grounds in the world, with St Peter’s cathedral rising behind an elegant Edwardian scoreboard and Moreton Bay fig trees at the northern end.

Tour price includes top category, Platinum tickets for both 3 mobile Test Matches

Included in tour

*         Return scheduled flights London/Brisbane/Sydney/London (upgrades on flights available)

*         8 nights bed & breakfast accommodation in Brisbane

*         7 nights bed & breakfast accommodation in Adelaide            

*         2 nights bed & breakfast accommodation in Sydney

*         Guaranteed Platinum tickets for both 3 mobile Test Matches

*         Transfers to and from ground each day

*         Welcome reception hosted by Jonathan Agnew 

*         6 cricket evenings/dinners with cricketing personalities including our host, Jonathan Agnew

*         Airport/hotel transfers in Melbourne & Sydney

*         Services of Grand Cru Cricket Tour representative throughout

           Passport & Visa required

Stamford Park Plaza, Brisbane        5*

Our selected hotel in Brisbane is the Stamford Plaza.  Perfectly located alongside the Brisbane River and adjacent to the Botanic Gardens, Stamford Plaza is one of the city’s most prestigious and recognisable landmarks.  The hotel is renowned for its warm, European-style decor and for the quality of its service.  Our  executive style Superior rooms have stunning panoramic views over the river and offer luxurious amenities including spacious living areas and large, marble bathrooms.   With dining options ranging from casual to fine dining and two bars the hotel caters for all tastes   The hotel also has an outdoor heated pool, spa and sauna, sundeck and fitness centre.

InterContinental Adelaide         5*

Located in the heart of Adelaide on the River Torrens, the InterContinental hotel is an integral part of Adelaide’s new Riverbank Promenade.  Grand Cru clients have a choice of either standard guestrooms or Club Rooms on the  Executive Floor.  Standard rooms have great views of the city and Adelaide Hills and include spacious work areas with high speed internet access, marble bathrooms with bath and separate shower.  Club Rooms enjoy access to the Executive Floor lounge which serves complimentary continental breakfast, evening cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.  The hotel has two restaurants, the Atrium Bar & Lounge together with a Health & Fitness Centre, spa, sauna and whirlpool

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Grand Cru, a Cricket Australia Travel Office endorsed travel operator for the 3 mobile Ashes Series 2010/11