Hong Kong Bledisloe Cup
Rugby
Hong Kong Bledisloe Cup 2008
Hong Kong – 1 November 2008
RUGBY AND RACING TOUR
| TOUR PRICE |
$5,640 |
| SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT |
$1,865 |
LAND ONLY - OWN FLIGHTS
5-NIGHTS HONG KONG AND 3-NIGHTS MELBOURNE |
$3,835 |
| ESTIMATE FOR AIRPORT/AIRLINE SECURITY AND DEPARTURE TAXES |
$220 |
| TRAVEL INSURANCE ESTIMATE |
$145 |
| SPENDING MONEY ESTIMATE |
+/- $1,200 |
| UPGRADE TO BUSINESS CLASS |
POA |
|
The above prices and cost estimates have been calculated using February/March
2008 exchange rates. Changes to the NZ Dollar v US Dollar, HK Dollar
and AU Dollar exchange rates will impact on the final tour
price. Prices shown are per person, share twin or double. |
INCLUDED IN THE HONG KONG AND MELBOURNE RUGBY AND RACING TOUR PACKAGE:
- Airfares in Economy Class (Business Class upgrade available at an
additional cost) on Cathay Pacific Airways or Singapore Airlines from
Auckland or on Singapore Airlines from Christchurch to Hong Kong
(Singapore Airlines flights transit through Singapore) and then onto
Melbourne (again, Singapore Airlines flights transit through Singapore).
- Airfares in Economy Class from Melbourne to Auckland, Wellington
or Christchurch (subject to availability).
- Five nights hotel accommodation on a double or twin share basis
in Hong Kong at the Regal Hotel.
- Three nights hotel accommodation on a double or twin share basis
in Melbourne at the Saville on Russell Hotel.
- Cooked breakfast each morning.
- Meet & greet at Hong Kong Airport on arrival.
- Transfers in Hong Kong and Melbourne – airport / hotel / airport
– on a seat in coach basis.
- Guided Hong Kong Island orientation sightseeing tour.
- Guided Come Horse Racing Tour with Dinner in Hong Kong.
- Guided Harbour Lights Cruise and Dinner in Hong Kong.
- Guaranteed Official seated match tickets to the Test in Hong Kong.
- Guaranteed Official seated tickets to the Melbourne Cup.
- Tariffs, fees and royalties paid to the HKRU and NZRU.
- The services of Williment Sports Travel’s professional staff.
- Good quality souvenir tour gear including a Polo Shirt, Hat & Bag.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Domestic connecting airfares to and from Auckland and
/ or Christchurch.
- Airport and airline security and departure taxes and insurances.
- Single room supplement.
- Tips and gratuities to porters and waiting staff.
- Travel Insurance Policy.
- Passport and Visa fees (if required).
- Meals other than breakfast.
- Porterage.
- Items of a personal nature including, but not limited to drinks, room
service, mini-bar, in-room movies, laundry, phone bills etc.
- Additional sights, entrance fees and meals that may be offered to you
by our Land Operator or our Staff.
RUGBY AND RACING TOUR ITINERARY
Tuesday 28 October
Auckland – Hong Kong
Depart from Auckland or Christchurch today. We have seat
allocations on Singapore Airlines’ late Monday evening service
(departs just after midnight – Tuesday morning) from Auckland
via Singapore to Hong Kong. We have seat allocations on Cathay
Pacific’s morning service directly from Auckland to Hong Kong.
We have seat allocations on Singapore Airlines’ late morning
service from Christchurch via Singapore to Hong Kong. We have
seat allocations on QANT AS Airways morning service from
Auckland to Hong Kong via Sydney. Domestic flight connections to
Auckland or Christchurch can be booked at special add-on prices.
Arrive at Hong Kong’s Chek Lap Kok Airport at midday if on the
Singapore Airlines service ex Auckland, in the mid-afternoon if on
the Cathay flight, late afternoon if on the QANTAS flight and this
evening if on the Singapore Airlines flight ex Christchurch. This
ultra modern airport was recently voted the World’s Best Airport.
After clearing immigration control, collect your bags and pass
through customs checks and into the Arrivals Hall. Williment
Sports Travel staff will be in the Arrivals Hall to greet you and
show you to your private charter coach for the drive into the city.
The journey by charter coach takes between 40 and 60 minutes
depending on traffic.
On arrival at your hotel, check in for a five-night stay. Your stay
includes accommodation and breakfast. Your hotel is conveniently
located in Causeway Bay District of Hong Kong Island
and within easy walking distance of the Happy Valley Racecourse
and the Hong Kong Stadium, venue for the Test match on
Saturday. Nearby you will find a variety of shops, department
stores, and a wide range of restaurant and pub choices.
Wednesday 29 October
Hong Kong
This morning, enjoy a guided Hong Kong Island Orientation
Tour including Victoria Peak, Stanley Market and Aberdeen. The
balance of the afternoon is free to sightsee or shop in Hong Kong.
This evening join the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Come Horse Racing
Tour which will include dinner in a private box at the Happy Valley
Racecourse and hostess assistance with betting.
Thursday 30 October
Hong Kong
At Noon today attend the firing of the historic Noon-Day Gun at
the Causeway Bay Typhoon Shelter then board a private launch
for the cruise to Lamma Island where a lunch is included at a
wonderful seafood restaurant.
Friday 31 October
Hong Kong
Another free day in Hong Kong. This evening you could try some
of the bars and restaurants in the Lan Kwai Fong district of
Hong Kong Island.
Saturday 1 November
Hong Kong
This morning is free for you to enjoy the hustle and bustle of
Hong Kong. This afternoon, make your way by foot to the
Hong Kong Stadium (Williment Sports Travel Staff will provide
you with detailed maps) for the historic clash between our
New Zealand All Blacks and Australia’s Wallabies.
New Zealand v Australia
After the match, make your way back to your hotel for an evening
of celebrations.
Sunday 2 November
Hong Kong – Melbourne
Transfer to Hong Kong’s Chek Lap Kok Airport first thing this
morning if you are on the Cathay Pacific or QANTAS direct daylight
service to Melbourne. Transfer later in the afternoon if you are on the
Singapore Airlines overnight service via Singapore to Melbourne.
The Cathay Pacific flight and the QANTAS arrive at Melbourne
Airport this evening. After clearing immigration control, collect
your bags and pass through customs checks and into the Arrivals
Hall. Williment Sports Travel staff will be in the Arrivals Hall to
greet you and show you to your private charter coach for the drive
into the city. The journey by charter coach takes between 30 and
40 minutes depending on traffic.
On arrival at your hotel (Saville on Russell), check in for a three night
stay. Your stay includes accommodation and breakfast.
Monday 3 November
Arrive Melbourne
The Singapore Airlines flight arrives at Melbourne Airport this
morning. Today is a free day to relax and prepare for the big day
tomorrow. The city will be buzzing with excitement and everyone
will have their favourite tip to pass on.
Tuesday 4 November
Melbourne
Today is the biggest day in the racing world for Australians and
New Zealanders alike. Enjoy transfers and Lawn Stand seating at
the Melbourne Cup today.
Wednesday 5 November
Melbourne
Today you transfer to Melbourne Airport for your flight home to
New Zealand. Depending on availability at the time you book,
we hope to be able to book flights from Melbourne to Auckland,
Wellington or Christchurch for today. If we cannot obtain flights
today they will be on Thursday. You may elect to stay on in
Melbourne and enjoy more of this wonderful city and the Racing
this coming weekend.
Thursday 6 November
If using Singapore Airlines into Melbourne return home today.