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Join us this December in Cape Town to watch England’s finest cricketers take on South Africa in Test Match action at the beautiful Newlands Cricket Ground.
You will see all five days of the action unfold in style from the luxurious surrounds of an exclusive Executive Suite, where full hospitality will be on offer.
Flying directly from the UK to Cape Town on Virgin Atlantic and staying in Junior Suite accommodation at the boutique Winchester Hotel, you will also enjoy a private catamaran sailing, an escorted wine-tasting tour with lunch into the Cape’s famous Wine Region, and a unique evening with the Telegraph's Chief Cricket Correspondent Nick Hoult.
Costing £7,295.00 per person sharing (single supplement from £2,995), we can also help those who would like to perhaps combine the cricket with a safari, a trip to the Victoria Falls, or a beach break.
Tour Includes
Depart London Heathrow at 22h30 on the direct overnight Virgin Atlantic flight to Cape Town.
On arrival in Cape Town at 12h05 the group will be met and transferred to stay for nine nights in Junior Suites on a bed & breakfast basis at the Winchester Boutique Hotel.
Occupying a prime position on vibrant Sea Point’s stunning seafront, the Winchester is an iconic and historic Cape Town landmark that dates from the 1920’s, and is Cape Dutch in style. Offering breathtaking views of Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean, it sits right on one of the city’s most popular and picturesque promenades, with a number of restaurants and bars right on its doorstep, and a complimentary shuttle service offered to the myriad attractions of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, a short distance away.
Guests will be accommodated in stylish Junior Suites, each measuring an average of 25-45m² and boasting a separate lounge area. The hotel’s flagship eatery is the Shoreditch Restaurant, whilst the terrace at the adjoining Harvey’s Bar is the perfect spot from which to enjoy a sundowner cocktail. For those keen to relax and unwind there is an outdoor swimming pool, sun deck and the Sanctuary Spa, whilst the active can make use of the gym.
After checking-in the group will have the afternoon at leisure, offering the opportunity to explore the many attractions of this magical city.
This evening there will be the opportunity to join the hotel’s New Year’s Eve party, followed by a glass of champagne as you watch the fireworks that signify the start of 2027 in Cape Town.
Overnight at the Winchester Boutique Hotel.
The day is free before the group boards Enigma, a state-of-the-art powered catamaran, for an exclusive early evening cruise.
Heading out from the harbour and around the coast to some of the city’s exclusive beaches, the lucky few can stretch out and enjoy the spectacular scenery from the catamaran’s twin decks and shaded seating areas, and there is also a saloon area, bar and toilets. Drinks and canapes will be served on board.
Overnight at the Winchester Boutique Hotel.
After breakfast the group will depart into the stunning wine region, where the first stop will be a wine-tasting at La Motte Wine Estate.
Founded in 1695 and located just outside the village of Franschhoek, La Motte is an award-winning winery, which plays host not only to three eateries and a bakery, but also a farm shop, art gallery and walking trails, as well as four provincial monuments, including the Manor House, Jonkershuis, Water Mill and Historic Cellar.
The wine-tasting will be enjoyed while relaxing outside, overlooking the beautiful gardens. A comprehensive selection of La Motte’s award-winning wines will be presented, from the popular La Motte Sauvignon Blanc, Millennium and Vin de Joie Rosé, to the elegance of the Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah.
The next stop will be the charming French Huguenot village of Franschhoek, where the group will have the opportunity to visit the Huguenot Memorial Museum & Huguenot Monument, and to browse the shops & boutiques which line the main street of this picturesque settlement.
Travel onwards towards the historic university town of Stellenbosch and the Blaauwklippen Vineyards, one of the Western Cape’s oldest and most respected wine farms.
Rich in history and traditional Cape charm, the picturesque lawns in front of the 18th Century Manor House at Blaauwklippen provide a stunning setting. A cellar tour will allow the visitor to learn a little about the estate’s long standing history and traditions before a wine-tasting is enjoyed in the Tasting Room, where the wines, ranging from Sauvignon Blanc to Malbec & Cabriolet can be sampled. A gourmet lunch will then be served, with the magnificent views only adding to the experience, before returning to Cape Town.
Overnight at the Winchester Boutique Hotel.
The group will be transferred to the beautiful Newlands Cricket Ground for each day’s play, and will be hosted in one of the exclusive Executive Suites.
Welcome drinks and snacks, lunch and afternoon tea, as well as a complimentary bar throughout the day are included.
After the day’s play ends the group will be transferred back to the hotel.
Overnight at the Winchester Boutique Hotel.
Mon 04 Jan
This evening there will be an exclusive private event with drinks at the Winchester Boutique Hotel hosted by Nick Hoult, the Chief Cricket Correspondent at The Telegraph. Nick started covering cricket in 1997 and joined the Telegraph over 20 years ago. He is a three-time winner of the Sports Journalists’ Association Cricket Journalist of the Year award and has covered the England team all over the world.
Overnight at the Winchester Boutique Hotel.
Today is a day at leisure to explore the city – perhaps board the ferry across to iconic Robben Island, take the cableway up to Table Mountain, or enjoy a helicopter trip over the city?
Overnight at the Winchester Boutique Hotel.
The day is free to enjoy some last-minute shopping or sightseeing before the group travels to Cape Town airport to depart at 20h50 on the direct overnight Virgin Atlantic flight to the UK.
Arrive London Heathrow at 06h50.
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