Escorted Tour – Gullivers Sport Travel http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au Rugby World Cup 2023 Tue, 12 Sep 2023 03:51:10 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.2 http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/cropped-Gullivers-favicon-32x32.png Escorted Tour – Gullivers Sport Travel http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au 32 32 ‘Bateau sur le Rhône’ Cruise Tour http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/tours/pools-cruise-tour/ Tue, 10 Aug 2021 11:35:19 +0000 http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/?post_type=product&p=2471 Read more]]> Limited Availability.
2 Classic Cabins remain.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION Lyon/Lyon
LENGTH OF TOUR 12 Days / 11 Nights
INCLUDED
4 nights twin/double share accommodation in a 4-star Lyon hotel including daily breakfast
7-night cruise on the striking S.S. Catherine
ONBOARD INCLUSIONS
All meals onboard – 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners
Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Receptions
Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, and mineral water
6 days of excursions, including “Choice Is Yours” options, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
Guided “Let’s Go” and “Village Day” programs
State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions
Use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks
Free Internet and Wi-Fi access
Captivating onboard local entertainment
Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour
Assistance 24/7 from local France tour representative
RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023 INCLUSIONS
Rugby World Cup 2023 Category 2 tickets with all Rugby World Cup 2023 royalties to the following games:
Australia v Fiji, Stade Geoffroy Guichard, Saint-Étienne
Australia v Wales, OL Stadium, Lyon
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Golf Tour 2 http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/tours/golf-tour-2-2/ Mon, 31 Jan 2022 10:35:48 +0000 http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/?post_type=product&p=2735 Read more]]> This tour is a great way to see  Australia (hopefully) in the Quarter finals of the RWC.  The other quarterfinal game you will watch should involve England so it will be a great atmosphere at both games. You will combine this with playing 5 of the best courses in the South of France.  You will also get to see some spectacular countryside along the coast and spend 2 days in the wonderful St Tropez and enjoy a Mediterranean boat cruise.   What better way to fill in the time between games with some great golf, fun company and beautiful sightseeing!

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION Nice/Marseille
LENGTH OF TOUR 10 Days / 9 Nights
INCLUDED
4 & 5 Star Accommodation (European Standard) with Daily Continental Breakfast
5 Rounds on Exclusive Golf Courses as a member” at:
Cannes Mougins Golf Club
Royal Mougins Golf Club
Saint Maxime Golf Club
2 round on Frégate Provence Golf Club, carts included
All Roundtrip Transportation in a 54 seat executive bus
5 Gourmet lunch-boxes included at every golf course (sandwich / drink / fruit)
Farewell lunch at Frégate (3 courses including 1 /3 bottle wine)
Eze village exotic garden visit
Private yacht cruise for the group
One way transfer Marseille to Marseille Provence airport
Tour escorted by experienced RWC Tour Leader, Bede Hendren
Local English speaking professional tour leader for the duration of the tour and assistance 24/7 from local tour representative
Rugby World Cup 2023 merchandise to include backpack, cap + scarf
RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023 INCLUSIONS
Rugby World Cup 2023 Category 2 tickets with all Rugby World Cup 2023 royalties to the following games:
quarter-final 1, Stade Vélodrome, Marseille
quarter-final 3, Stade Vélodrome, Marseille

 

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semi final & final cruising with A-ROSA http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/tours/cruising-with-a-rosa/ Mon, 09 Jan 2023 10:32:35 +0000 http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/?post_type=product&p=3537 Read more]]> **JANUARY SPECIAL**
Pay for a lead in cabin at 12,999 and get upgraded to a Cat A cabin valued at $13,586.
Valid for all new bookings prior to the 31st Jan

Combine the excitement of Rugby with some of the best attractions in France.
Our premium, all-inclusive river cruise ship will be our hotel, allowing effortless travel through the scenic regions along the Seine.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION Paris/Paris
LENGTH OF TOUR 11 Day/10 Night
INCLUDED
10 Night cruise Friday 19th – Saturday 29th October 2023
ONBOARD INCLUSIONS
Multi-course gourmet full-board meals
Open Bar (alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages)
Return transfers from the ship to Rugby games.
Shore excursions as per the itinerary
English-speaking travel & hotel management
Free use of the on-board facilities such as
sauna & fitness room
Free Wifi & bottled water
RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023 INCLUSIONS
Rugby World Cup 2023 Category 3 tickets with all Rugby World Cup 2023 royalties to the following games:
semi-final 1, Stade de France, Paris
semi-final 2, Stade de France, Paris
bronze final, Stade de France, Paris
final, Stade de France, Paris
CABIN CATEGORY
LEAD IN, Deck 1
2 bed outside, window
$12,991 per person twin share/$20,835 per person single
A-Grade, Deck 1

2 bed outside, window

$13,586 per person twin share/$22,025 per person single
C-Grade, Deck 2
2 bed outside, Juliette balcony
$14,439 per person twin share/$23,730 per person single
D-Grade, Deck 3
2 bed outside, Juliette balcony
$15,373 per person twin share/$25,597 per person single
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‘La Premiere’ Escorted Tour 1A http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/tours/la-premiere/ Fri, 09 Jul 2021 10:32:39 +0000 http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/?post_type=product&p=2053 Read more]]> Two places now available on coach one with Joe Goldsworthy.

This experience will provide you a journey from the country’s capital all the way to the Mediterranean Sea, deviating and side tripping along the way to introduce you to the many facets of France. You will venture into a land of culture and beauty where you will witness architectural splendour, delight in diverse cuisine and wines, immerse in fascinating villages and cities, and delve into our shared war history. In some cases, you will have all of this in the one destination! In addition, your thirst for world class rugby will be quenched with a selection of fantastic Rugby World Cup pool matches sprinkled throughout this odyssey to strike the perfect balance for this trip of a lifetime. The opening game between New Zealand  (arguably the best team in the world) verses France(the host nation) is a match everyone is waiting for.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION Paris/Lyon
LENGTH OF TOUR 19 Days / 18 Nights
INCLUDED
18 nights, 4 star hotel accommodation (European standard) in twin/double share room with daily continental breakfast
Private coach for all transfers during the tour (airports, train stations, between cities, stadiums, activities and restaurants)
Welcome drinks and canapes at hotel in Paris on 07 September
7 Group Tour Meals; 1 lunch at Le Tommy Cafe and museum, 1 lunch in Reims, 1 lunch in Troyes, 1 dinner in Monaco, 1 lunch in Marseille, 1 lunch in Bouchon restaurant & 1 lunch at a local rugby club in Lyon.
2 x tasting: 1x champagne tasting in a prestigious Maison de Champagne, 1x wine tasting around Beaune
Paris highlights tour with guide + Seine River cruise (audioguide)
guided day in Somme battlefields (entrance to monuments included)
walking guided tour in Reims historic city, Champagne House in Reims with tasting
walking guided tour in Dijon historic city
guided visit of Hospices de Beaune & Moutarde factory in Beaune
guided visit of Cluny Abbey
Lyon highlights sightseeing tour with coach and walking guided tour in Old Lyon with Fourvières
guided city tour in Avignon with entrance at Popes’ Palace and Pont d’Avignon
Marseille highlights sightseeing tour with coach
A bilingual (French/English) Tour Manager for the duration of the tour
Tour escorted by experienced RWC Tour Leader
Assistance 24/7 from local France tour representative
merchandise to include scarf, cap, lanyard & backpack
RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023 INCLUSIONS
Rugby World Cup 2023 Category 3 tickets with all Rugby World Cup 2023 royalties to the following games:
France v New Zealand, Stade de France, Saint-Denis Paris
Australia v Georgia, Stade de France, Saint-Denis Paris
Australia v Fiji, Stade Geoffroy Guichard, Saint-Étienne
Wales v Australia, Stadium OL, Lyon
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Agricultural Tour http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/tours/agriculturaltour/ Tue, 30 Nov 2021 10:19:48 +0000 http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/?post_type=product&p=2705 Read more]]> This tour is now SOLD OUT.

Hosted by Beau Robinson and Pat McCutchon this tour provides 18 nights in some of the most breathtakingly scenic and historic places in France. From the Country’s capital to the Battlefields, to the vineyards of Reims, UNESCO world heritage city of Lyon, to the Mediterranean coast of Toulon you will immerse yourself into a land of culture and beauty.
The French have been one of the most dominate agricultural centres of Europe. Multiple farm visits are highlighted throughout the itinerary to include the productions of cereals, beef, dairy, deer, bees, organic farming and renewable energies, sheep and poultry farms- and don’t forget about the 5 fantastic Rugby World Cup pool matches to strike the perfect balance for this trip of a lifetime.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION Paris/Lyon
LENGTH OF TOUR 19 Days / 18 Nights
INCLUDED
Return economy airfare Sydney, Melbourne, Perth or Brisbane/Paris/ Surface/Lyon / Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, or Brisbane
18 nights, 3 & 4 star hotel accommodation (European standard) in twin/double share room with daily breakfast
Private coach transfers as detailed in the itinerary
Local English-speaking guide for 19 days to include the accommodation of guide outside of Paris, guides meals, transportation fees where necessary
Hotel “Welcome to tour” drink & canapés in Paris on arrival 07 Sept 2023
Half day sightseeing tour of Paris by coach with English speaking guide
Seine river cruise to include audio guide
Guided full day in Somme battlefields (entrance to monuments included)
walking guided tour in Reims historic city
Gourmet guided visit of Macon
Guided visit of Domaine des Saveurs
A boat tour in the Calanques
Walking guided tour in Old Lyon
6 x Group Tour Meals with 3 course Menu: 1 x lunch in Pozieres or surroundings, 1 x lunch at Champagne Lallerment,1 x lunch in a farm day, 1 x lunch in a “Bouchon Lyonnais”,1x farm burger day, 1 x buffet style lunch in a vineyard in Provence
4 x Champagne / wine tastings: 1 x Champagne House in Reims, 1 x Champagne vineyard around Reims, 2 x Provence vineyards around Toulon.
6 x Farm Visits: 2 x Champagne / Reims region, 1 x Macon, 1 x St Etienne Region, 2 x Lyon Region
Assistance 24/7 from local France tour representative
merchandise to include scarf, cap, lanyard & backpack
RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023 INCLUSIONS
Rugby World Cup 2023 Category 3 tickets with all Rugby World Cup 2023 royalties to the following games:
France v New Zealand, Stade de France, Saint-Denis Paris
Australia v Georgia, Stade de France, Saint-Denis Paris
Australia v Fiji, Stade Geoffroy Guichard, Saint-Étienne
France v Africa 1 , Stade Velodrome, Marseille
Wales v Australia, Stadium OL, Lyon
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Adam Liaw Culinary Pools Tour http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/tours/adam-liaw-culinary-pool-tour/ Mon, 18 Oct 2021 08:59:18 +0000 http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/?post_type=product&p=2646 Read more]]> This tour is now SOLD OUT.

Our hugely popular culinary tour with Adam Liaw is back! After a phenomenal tour of Japan with RWC 2019, we have designed a spectacular tour of France during one of the biggest events on the sporting calendar, Rugby World Cup 2023. Adam is excited to once again partner with Gullivers and host a trip to delight your senses and exhilarate your spirit. You’ll see a sprinkling of some of the best RWC matches of the tournament, beginning with the opening match of France versus New Zealand and also Australia in two matches against Georgia and Fiji. This is a tour for food & wine lovers and those who wish to immerse themselves in the captivating beauty of France, it’s fascinating culture and deep history. Join Adam as you travel through the colourful regions of France, sampling an abundance of flavours and learning about French cooking techniques. Each day is bursting with indulgences, both culinary and visual. This journey will enrich and inspire.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION Paris/Lyon
LENGTH OF TOUR 12 Days/ 11 Nights
INCLUDED
Return economy airfare Sydney, Melbourne, Perth or Brisbane/Paris/ Surface/Lyon / Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, or Brisbane
11 nights, 4 star hotel accommodation (European standard) in twin/double share room with daily continental breakfast
Private deluxe motorcoach for all transfers as detailed in itinerary. Coaches all equipped with
reclining seats, air conditioning, toilets, DVD player/video
Luggage handling of 1 bag per person at airport and at each hotel of stay (in/out)
Welcome reception at Paris hotel on arrival to include champagne, wine, juices, soft drinks & canapés
9 x group lunches or dinners as follows:
Lunch at Tommy Café & Museum, Michelin star lunch in Paris (Guy Savoy), Lunch at Brasserie Excelsior
Reims, Dinner at St Petersbourg Caves (La Veuve Clicquot), Lunch enroute from Reims to Beaune,
Dinner at L’Oiseau des Vignes, Michelin 1 star restaurant, Lunch at Ostellerie de Perouges, Lunch at
Restaurant Daniel et Denise & Dinner at a Lyon Brasserie
Half day walking tour of Montmartre with additional tour guide to include Funicular tickets up & down Montmartre Hill plus ear sets for walking tour
Expert English-speaking guide for Australian Battlefields of WWI day tour
Walking tour of Reims and visit of Reims Cathedral
Visit to La Veuve Clicquot – Champagne Caves and exclusive dinner at St Petersbourg Caves
Visit of Beaune with escort/guide including entrance to Les Hospices de Beaune
Tour of the Burgundy wine road with escort/guide
Visit and wine tasting at Château de Pommard
Visit and wine tasting at Domine du Château de Chassagne Montrachet
Visit of Clos de Bougeot (no wine tasting)
Visit of Perouges with escort/guide
Half day visit of Lyon with visit of Les Halles de Lyon
Half day visit of Old Town Lyon with escort/guide (walking tour
Tour escorted by Adam Liaw, Cook, Writer & TV presenter
Local English-speaking professional tour leader for the duration of the tour
merchandise to include scarf, cap, lanyard & backpack
RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023 INCLUSIONS
Rugby World Cup 2023 tickets with all Rugby World Cup 2023 royalties to the following games:
France v New Zealand, Stade de France, Saint-Denis Paris. Category 2 tickets
Australia v Georgia Stade de France, Saint-Denis Paris. Category 3 tickets
Australia v Fiji, Stade Geoffroy Guichard, Saint-Étienne. Category 3 tickets
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‘La Grande’ Escorted Tour 1B http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/tours/la-grande-escorted-tour-1b/ Thu, 17 Jun 2021 01:07:43 +0000 http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/?post_type=product&p=1898 Read more]]> This tour is now SOLD OUT.

This tour, aptly named La Grande provides 18 nights in some of the most breathtakingly scenic and historic places in France. Sprinkle in 5 of the best pool matches in the tournament and you have a trip not to be missed. Begin in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Lyon and take a merry journey through a place of rich history and unique atmosphere. Touch upon the alpine town of Annecy, a jewel of nature and truly picturesque, before reaching the “Capital of the Alps”, Grenoble where you will be nestled in a culturally enriched city amongst magnificent mountains. You will be further spoilt by fascinating cities like the beautiful Clermont-Ferrand where you will be treated with lunch at ASM Clermont-Auvergne Rugby Club, then venturing on to the UNESCO heritage town of Sarlat-la-Caneda, a city of art and history. No trip to France is complete without wine, so Bordeaux was a must. Paris is the final chapter in this fairytale trip, and the match between Ireland and Scotland and of course Australia and Wales will surely provide the icing on the cake.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION Lyon/Paris
International airfares ex Australian capital cities available on request. Additional charges apply. Please speak to our staff at the time of booking.
LENGTH OF TOUR 19 Days / 18 Nights
INCLUDED
18 nights, 4 star hotel accommodation (European standard) in twin/double share room with daily continental breakfast (except in Sarlat, 3-star hotel accommodation European standard)
Private coach for all transfers during the tour (airports, train stations, between cities, stadiums, activities and restaurants)
2nd class TGV train transfer Bordeaux/Paris plus private luggage transfer between destination
Welcome drinks and canapes at hotel in Lyon on 21 September
6 Group Lunches: 1 x lunch in Pèrouges, 1 x lunch at a rugby club in Clermont Ferrand ,1 x lunch in Sarlat, 1 x lunch in St Émilion, 1 x lunch in Bordeaux, 1 x lunch in Paris (3 course menu)
Guided tour of Lyon
Guided tour in Pèrouges
Guided tour in Annecy including a cruise on Lake Annecy
Entrance to ASM Museum
Guided tour in Clermont Ferrand
2 x wine tastings in St Émilion and Bordeaux (or surroundings)
A bilingual (French/English) Tour Manager for the duration of the tour
Tour escorted by experienced RWC Tour Leader
Assistance 24/7 from local France tour representative
merchandise to include scarf, cap, lanyard & backpack
RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023 INCLUSIONS
Rugby World Cup 2023 Category 3 tickets with all Rugby World Cup 2023 royalties to the following games:
Argentina v Samoa, Stade Geoffroy Guichard, Saint-Étienne
Australia v Wales, Stadium OL, Lyon
New Zealand v Italy, Stadium OL, Lyon
Australia v Portugal, Stade Geoffroy Guichard, Saint-Étienne
Ireland v Scotland, Stade de France, Saint Denis
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‘Des Alpes A l’Atlantique’ Escorted Tour 1C http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/tours/des-alpes-a-latlantique-escorted-tour-1c/ Sat, 10 Jul 2021 03:51:26 +0000 http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/?post_type=product&p=2081 Read more]]> All coaches are now SOLD OUT.

Escorted by Robbie Deans, Tony Dempsey & Darren Coleman or the Rugby Wrap team of Mitch Hardy, Heath Tessmann and Mick Colliss. Toss in some of the best pool matches of the tournament, drizzle with fascinating old towns & charming villages, sprinkle generously with historic landmarks and breathtaking sites, then mix it all together and you will have the crème de la crème of Rugby World Cup tours. It is only fitting to begin in Lyon and be spoilt in the gastronomy capital of the world. Before long you will be sampling magnificent Bordeaux wines, and will continue to indulge every sense as you venture far and wide to see awesome mountains and spectacular countryside. Join with your tour leader for the inside scoop on elite rugby and witness one of the most exciting sporting events on the world calendar.

 

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION Lyon/Paris
International airfares ex Australian capital cities available on request. Additional charges apply. Please speak to our staff at the time of booking.
LENGTH OF TOUR 19 Days / 18 Nights
INCLUDED
18 nights, 4 star hotel accommodation (European standard) in twin/double share room with daily continental breakfast (except in Sarlat, 3-star hotel accommodation European standard)
Private coach for all transfers during the tour (airports, train stations, between cities, stadiums, activities and restaurants)
2nd class TGV train transfer Bordeaux/Paris plus private luggage transfer between destination
Welcome drinks and canapes at hotel in Lyon on 21 September
6 Group Lunches: 1 x lunch in Pèrouges, 1 x lunch at a rugby club in Clermont Ferrand ,1 x lunch in Sarlat, 1 x lunch in St Émilion, 1 x lunch in Bordeaux, 1 x lunch in Paris (3 course menu)
Guided tour of Lyon
Guided tour in Pèrouges
Guided tour in Annecy including a cruise on Lake Annecy
Entrance to ASM Museum
Guided tour in Clermont Ferrand
2 x wine tastings in St Émilion and Bordeaux (or surroundings)
A bilingual (French/English) Tour Manager for the duration of the tour
Tour escorted by experienced RWC Tour Leader
Assistance 24/7 from local France tour representative
merchandise to include scarf, cap, lanyard & backpack
RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023 INCLUSIONS
Rugby World Cup 2023 Category 3 tickets with all Rugby World Cup 2023 royalties to the following games:
Argentina v Samoa, Stade Geoffroy Guichard, Saint-Étienne
Australia v Wales, Stadium OL, Lyon
New Zealand v Italy, Stadium OL, Lyon
Australia v Portugal, Stade Geoffroy Guichard, Saint-Étienne
Ireland v Scotland, Stade de France, Saint Denis
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Escorted Tour 1F http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/tours/escorted-tour-1f/ Wed, 21 Sep 2022 10:45:46 +0000 http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/?post_type=product&p=3347 Read more]]> Limited availability. 2 places remain. 

This land only experience allows you the flexibility to organise your own flights and to meet the tour group on day one in Paris, will provide you with a journey from the country’s capital all the way to the French Riviera, deviating and side tripping along the way to introduce you to the many facets of France. You will venture into a land of culture and beauty where you will witness architectural splendour, delight in diverse cuisine and wines, immerse in fascinating villages and cities, and delve into our shared war history. In some cases, you will have all of this in the one destination! In addition, your thirst for world class rugby will be quenched with a selection of fantastic 3 Australian Rugby World Cup pool matches sprinkled throughout this odyssey to strike the perfect balance for this trip of a lifetime. Limited to only 30 participants, this tour will surely sell out fast!

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION Lyon/Paris
International airfares ex Australian capital cities available on request. Additional charges apply. Please speak to our staff at the time of booking.
LENGTH OF TOUR 19 Days / 18 Nights
INCLUDED
18 nights, 4 star hotel accommodation (European standard) in twin/double share room with daily continental breakfast
Modern & luxury coach transfers as detailed in above programme, driven by seasoned drivers. Coaches come with reclining seats, air con, WC & DVD player
7 x Group Tour Meals: 1 lunch at Le Tommy Cafe and museum, 1 lunch in Reims, 1 lunch in Troyes, 1 dinner in Monaco, 1 lunch in Marseille, 1 lunch in Bouchon restaurant & 1 lunch at a local rugby club in Lyon.
Hotel “Welcome to tour” drink & canapés in Paris on arrival 07 Sept 2023 (2 drinks & 3 canapes pp)
2 x tasting: 1x champagne tasting in a prestigious Maison de Champagne, 1x wine tasting around Beaune
Paris highlights tour with guide + Seine River cruise (audio guide)
Guided day in Somme battlefields (entrance to monuments included)
Walking guided tour in Reims historic city. Champagne House in Reims with tasting
Guided visit of Hospices de Beaune, Moutarde factory in Beaune
Guided city tour in Avignon with entrance at Popes’ Palace and Pont d’Avignon
Marseille highlights sightseeing tour with coach
Local English-speaking professional tour leader for the duration of the tour
Assistance 24/7 from local France tour representative
merchandise to include scarf, cap & backpack
RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023 INCLUSIONS
Rugby World Cup 2023 Category 3 tickets with all Rugby World Cup 2023 royalties to the following games:
Argentina v Georgia,  Stade de France, Saint Denis
Australia v Fiji, Saint Etienne, Stade Geoffroy Guichard
Australia v Wales, Parc OL, Lyon
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‘Voyage Deux’ Escorted Tour 2A http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/tours/voyage-deux-escorted-tour-2a/ Mon, 14 Jun 2021 04:18:38 +0000 http://gulliversrugbyworldcup2023.com.au/?post_type=product&p=1837 Read more]]> All coaches are now SOLD OUT.

The delicious flavours and hues of Lyon. The history and character of Beaune. The elegance and culture of Paris. This journey will invigorate all the senses and provide even more along the way. Just when you think you’ve seen it all, you will venture into beautiful Provençal villages and cap it all off with a sprinkling of glamour and visual decadence in the South of France..… And don’t forget the Rugby! This tour will showcase some of the most exciting teams in the draw and lead you into the quarter finals ,where Australia is likely to play either England, Argentina or Japan.

 

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION Lyon/Nice
International airfares ex Australian capital cities available on request. Additional charges apply. Please speak to our staff at the time of booking.
LENGTH OF TOUR 20 Days / 19 Nights
INCLUDED
19 nights, 4 star hotel accommodation (European standard) in twin/double share room with daily continental breakfast
Modern & luxury coach transfers as detailed in the itinerary, driven by seasoned drivers. Coaches come with reclining seats, air con, WC & DVD player
2nd class TGV train transfer Paris/Avignon plus private luggage transfer between destinations
4 x Group Meals – 1 lunch in a typical bouchon in Lyon, 1 lunch in typical Parisian restaurant, 1 lunch in a local rugby club Aix-Marseille & a farewell dinner in Nice
Note: Meals include 3 courses with ⅓ bottle wine (can replace with beer or soda)
Hotel “Welcome to tour” drink & canapés
Half day guided tour of Lyon (coach & walking tour)
Sightseeing cruise along the Rhône
Gourmet Rally in the Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse (specialties & wine tasting)
2 x wine tastings: 1 in Côte de Beaune & 1 in Côte de Nuit
Entrances to Cluny Abbey & Hospices de Beaune
Half day guided tours: Montmartre in Paris, Pont du Gard with entrance, Avignon with entrance to Popes’ Palace
Gourmet Rally tour in Paris – French specialties in foodie hotspots
Guided full day tour of the Lubéron including entrance to the Ochre Trail
Visit to Grasse and Fragonard Museum visit (perfumery factory & museum)
Tour escorted by experienced RWC Tour Leader
Local English-speaking professional tour leader for the duration of the tour
Assistance 24/7 from local France tour representative   
 Merchandise to include backpack, scarf and cap 
RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023 INCLUSIONS
Rugby World Cup 2023 Category 3 tickets with all Rugby World Cup 2023 royalties to the following games:
New Zealand v Italy, Stadium OL, Lyon
Australia v Portugal, Stade Geoffroy Guichard, Satin Etienne.
Ireland v Scotland, Stade de France, Saint Denis
quarter-final 1, winner pool C v runner-up pool D, Stade Velodrome, Marseille
quarter-final 3, winner pool D v runner-up pool C, Stade Velodrome, Marseille
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