The Fifer Tour - All 5 NRMA Insurance Ashes TESTS

CATO2526/040, a Cricket Australia Travel Office Licensed Travel Operator for the 2025/26 NRMA Insurance Ashes Series.

Join LWTL down under for a spectacular 51 night hosted tour package to all five Tests of the NRMA Insurance Ashes Series in  Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne & Sydney. International flights can be added to your booking as soon as they are in range – please advise if required when booking. All bookings are subject to availability.

Tour Highlights:

Itinerary

Wednesday 19th November 2025
Day 1
Upon arrival into Perth, check into the Crown Metropol Hotel for a 7 night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. This evening join your Tour Manager and the rest of the group for a Welcome Drink.
Wednesday 19th November 2025
Thursday 20th November 2025
Day 2
Enjoy a full day at leisure
Thursday 20th November 2025
Friday 21st to Tuesday 25th November 2025
Day 3 - 7
1st Test Match Perth (NRMA Insurance Ashes Series), Australia v England

After breakfast each day, make your way to Perth Stadium for the 1st Test of the NRMA Insurance Ashes Series. After close of play, make your way back to your hotel. Evening at leisure at your hotel or exploring Perth and its numerous bars and eateries.
Friday 21st to Tuesday 25th November 2025
Wednesday 26th November 2025
Day 8
Check out of the hotel this morning and transfer to Fremantle. On arrival in Fremantle check into the well-located Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges for 4 nights on a bed and breakfast basis. (FREMANTLE is our suggested option but you are free to make your own arrangements if preferred).
Wednesday 26th November 2025
Thursday 27th to Saturday 29th November 2025
Days 9 – 11
At leisure to explore Fremantle and the local area. Perhaps take the train up to Cottlesloe beach, enjoy a day trip to Rottnest Island or play golf at one of the local courses.
Thursday 27th to Saturday 29th November 2025
Sunday 30th November 2025
Days 12
Check out of your hotel and transfer to Perth Airport for your flight to Brisbane. On arrival in Brisbane you will be transferred to the coast and board a ferry to Moreton Island for a 3 night stay at the Tangalooma Island Resort at the Kookaburra Lodge. Accommodation is in hotel rooms on a bed and breakfast basis with dinner included this evening.
Sunday 30th November 2025
Monday 1st to Tuesday 2nd December 2025
Days 13 - 14
At leisure to relax in the resort, enjoy the beach or take part in one of the many optional activities available at extra cost. These include tours of the island, snorkelling and 6 to 30 minute helicopter flights.
Monday 1st to Tuesday 2nd December 2025
Wednesday 3rd December 2025
Days 15
This morning check out of your hotel room and travel by ferry back to the mainland for your transfer to the centre of Brisbane. Upon arrival into Brisbane, check into Rydges South Bank Hotel for a 6 night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. This evening join your Tour Manager and the rest of the group for a drink to welcome new arrivals.
Wednesday 3rd December 2025
Thursday 4th to Monday 8th December 2025
Days 16 - 20
2nd Test Match Brisbane (NRMA Insurance Ashes Series), Australia v England

After breakfast enjoy a morning at leisure. Late morning/early afternoon each day, make your way to The Gabba for the 2nd Test of the NRMA Insurance Ashes Series which is a day/night game. After close of play, make your way back to your hotel.
Thursday 4th to Monday 8th December 2025
Tuesday 9th December 2025
Day 21
Check out of the hotel this morning and transfer to Surfers Paradise and check into the Wharf Boutique Apartments for 5 nights on a room only basis. Centrally located you are close to the beachfront and local amenities, shops, bars and restaurants.
Tuesday 9th December 2025
Wednesday 10th to Saturday 13th December 2025
Day 22 - 25
At leisure to enjoy the Gold Coast and all that the area has to offer.
Wednesday 10th to Saturday 13th December 2025
Sunday 14th December 2025
Day 26
Check out of the Wharf Boutique Apartments and transfer to the airport for your flight to Adelaide. Upon arrival into Adelaide, check into the Holiday Inn Express Adelaide City for a 9 night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. This evening join your Tour Manager and the rest of the group for a Tour Drink.
Sunday 14th December 2025
Monday 15th December 2025
Day 27
Day at leisure to explore Adelaide. Perhaps take the tram to Glenelg or visit the Botanical Gardens.
Monday 15th December 2025
Tuesday 16th December 2025
Day 28
Enjoy a full day at leisure. This evening, join your Tour Manager and the rest of the group for a Welcome Drink.
Tuesday 16th December 2025
Wednesday 17th to Sunday 21st December 2025
Days 29 - 33
3rd Test Match Brisbane (NRMA Insurance Ashes Series), Australia v England

After breakfast each day, make your way to the Adelaide Oval for the 3rd Test of the NRMA Insurance Ashes Series. After close of play, make your way back to your hotel. Evening at leisure at your hotel or exploring Adelaide and its numerous bars and eateries.
Wednesday 17th to Sunday 21st December 2025
Monday 22nd December 2025
Day 34
Enjoy a full day at leisure.
Monday 22nd December 2025
Tuesday 23rd December 2025
Day 35
Check out of the hotel this morning and transfer to the airport for your flight to Melbourne. Upon arrival into Melbourne, check into the Pullman Melbourne on the Park for an 8-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.
Tuesday 23rd December 2025
Wednesday 24th December 2025 – CHRISTMAS EVE!
Day 36
Full day at leisure. Perhaps join our optional Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles Excursion. This evening, join your Tour Manager and the rest of the group for a Welcome Drink.
Wednesday 24th December 2025 – CHRISTMAS EVE!
Thursday 25th December 2025 – CHRISTMAS DAY!
Day 37
Enjoy Christmas Day in Melbourne. Today join us for an included festive Christmas Dinner with a 3-course meal and wine.
Thursday 25th December 2025 – CHRISTMAS DAY!
Friday 26th to Tuesday 30th December 2025 – THE BOXING DAY TEST!
Days 38 – 42
4th Test Match Melbourne (NRMA Insurance Ashes Series), Australia v England

After breakfast each day, make your way to the MCG for the 4th Test of the NRMA Insurance Ashes Series. After close of play, make your way back to your hotel. Evening at leisure at your hotel or exploring Melbourne and its numerous bars and eateries.
Friday 26th to Tuesday 30th December 2025 – THE BOXING DAY TEST!
Wednesday 31st December 2025 – NEW YEAR’S EVE!
Day 43
Check out of the hotel this morning and transfer to the airport for your flight to Sydney. Upon arrival into Sydney, check into The Grace Hotel for a 9-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. This evening, join your LWTL Tour Manager and fellow travellers for an included New Year’s Eve Party.
Wednesday 31st December 2025 – NEW YEAR’S EVE!
Thursday 1st January 2026 – NEW YEAR’S DAY
Day 44
Enjoy a full day at leisure whilst you brush away the NYE cobwebs.
Thursday 1st January 2026 – NEW YEAR’S DAY
Friday 2nd January 2026
Day 45
Enjoy a full day at leisure. Perhaps go across on the ferry to Manly and spend time exploring or just relaxing on the beach.
Friday 2nd January 2026
Saturday 3rd January 2026
Day 46
Enjoy a full day at leisure. We will be offering an optional excursion to the Blue Mountains today.
Saturday 3rd January 2026
Sunday 4th to Thursday 8th January 2026
Days 47 – 51
5th Test Match Sydney (NRMA Insurance Ashes Series), Australia v England

After breakfast each day, make your way to the SCG for the 4th Test of the NRMA Insurance Ashes Series. After close of play, make your way back to your hotel. Evening at leisure at your hotel or exploring Sydney and its numerous bars and eateries.
Sunday 4th to Thursday 8th January 2026
Friday 9th January 2026
Day 52
Check out of the hotel this morning unless you have chosen to extend your stay.
Friday 9th January 2026

PRICE & Inclusions

THE FIFER TOUR PACKAGE FROM:

£12975 per person based on 2 people sharing a twin or double room.
Sole occupancy supplement add on £5425 to the above price.

Call our experienced team on 01386 808600info@livingwiththelions.co.uk or

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TOUR HOTELS

5* CROWN METROPOL PERTH

Situated on the banks of the Swan River overlooking the Perth city skyline, Crown Metropol Perth offers accommodation which is a 15-minute drive from Perth’s International and Domestic Airports. Perth city centre is a 5-minute drive away. Each guest room features an executive desk and a private bathroom. Guests have access to the pool area, 24-hour casino and a theatre. Restaurants and bars include Neil Perry’s Rockpool Bar and Grill. There is a fully equipped fitness centre. The pool area is surrounded by sun loungers.

4.5* ESPLANADE HOTEL FREEMANTLE BY RYDGES, FREEMANTLE

Esplanade Hotel Fremantle – by Rydges is located in the heart of Fremantle, overlooking Esplanade Park. 20 minutes’ drive from central Perth, this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. A full buffet breakfast is available. The hotel has 2 on-site restaurants with a great selection of international cuisine. The Atrium Garden Restaurant buffet serves a variety of special dishes, whilst The Harbour Master features tapas, grill and local seafood. Enjoy a drink in one of the 2 bars including, Marine Lounge Bar and the Ball & Chain with craft beer on tap and great pub-style food. Guests enjoy a choice of spacious and comfortable guest rooms and suites, and some rooms offer a private balcony overlooking parklands. All rooms feature a 50-inch ULTRA HD LCD television with Streamcast Esplanade Hotel by Rydges is within easy walking distance of local shops, restaurants, markets and museums. Fishing Boat Harbour is just 400 metres away and Fremantle Markets is just a 3-minute walk away. Perth International Airport is a 30-minute drive.

4* TANGALOOMA ISLAND RESORT, MORETON ISLAND

Surrounded by crystal clear waters, white sandy beaches and untouched national parks, this resort on Moreton Island, offers a variety of water sports. Tangalooma offers a range of accommodation styles, each set amidst the landscaped gardens and natural bushland, most with water views. The resort can arrange many day tours and activities, including desert safari tours, snorkelling experiences, quad bike tours and helicopter joy flights. Dining highlights include Tursiops buffet restaurant and Fire & Stone Restaurant. Alternatively, take in the views over Moreton Bay while enjoying meals cooked to order from the beach side café.

4* RYDGES SOUTHBANK BRISBANE

Enjoying a prime location on Brisbane’s South Bank, Rydges offers rooms with views over the Brisbane River, Mount Cootha or the cosmopolitan West End. It houses a sauna and a gym. Rydges South Bank Brisbane is about 100 metres from the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC), which is connected via a walkway. It is 300 metres from the Queensland Performing Arts Complex and 14 km from Brisbane Airport. The modern air-conditioned rooms feature a personal safe, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Each room also includes a minibar and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms have a private balcony. The property has a restaurant and bar serving a wide range of food and drinks. Room Service is available. Guests can use the business centre. The 24-hour front desk can assist with laundry, car rentals and currency exchange services. Valet parking is available to guests for an additional charge.

4* WHARF BOUTIQUE APARTMENTS SURFERS PARADISE

Just 2 minutes’ walk from Wharf Road Beach, Wharf Apartments offer self-contained accommodation with fully equipped kitchens and private balconies. The property features a swimming pool, tennis court and a hot tub. Secure basement car parking and unlimited free WiFi are available. Wharf Boutique Apartments are conveniently located 20 minutes’ walk from both Broadbeach and Surfers Paradise. Dreamworld Theme Park and Coolangatta Airport are each a 30-minute drive away. All air-conditioned apartments come with laundry facilities. Apartments have garden views, full ocean views or partial ocean views. Each apartment feature a kitchen with a microwave and a refrigerator.

4* HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS ADELAIDE CITY CENTRE

Holiday Inn Express Adelaide City Centre is situated in the vibrant north-west quarter of Adelaide’s CBD. The central location provides guests with easy access to Adelaide Oval, Adelaide Convention Centre, the Royal Adelaide Hospital, the SA Health and Medical Research Institute, University of South Australia, Adelaide Casino, and Rundle Mall, all within a 10-minute walk away.Providing accommodation to suit business and leisure travellers alike, the guest rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, a refrigerator, kettle, ironing facilities and a flat-screen TV. You can start the day with a shower in the private bathroom before enjoying the free Express Start Buffet Breakfast or Grab & Go option. Free WiFi is also provided. Other facilities at Holiday Inn Express Adelaide City Centre include self-service laundry facilities, a meeting and business centre and an on-site fitness room.

5* PULLMAN MELBOURNE ON THE PARK

Situated in East Melbourne, Pullman Melbourne On the Park overlooks the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground and Fitzroy Gardens. Guests enjoy a fitness centre. Pullman Melbourne on the Park is only a 2-minute walk from the Jolimont Station and less than 3 km away from Rod Laver Arena, the Royal Botanic Gardens and Princess Theatre. Melbourne’s shopping venues and cafés can be reached within a 5-minute drive. Elegant non-smoking rooms and suites are set in a modern décor and fitted with large windows. Most rooms offer views of the Melbourne City. Guests can enjoy free WiFi or watch an on-demand movie on a flat-screen TV. The property boasts an outdoor pool, spa and sauna. The connectivity lounge has multiple connection points, high-speed WiFi and flexible seating. There are also 11 meeting rooms with high-quality audio visual equipment. The Cliveden Bar & Dining offers breakfast, bar snacks, lunch and dinner. European and Mediterranean-inspired dishes are made with fresh and seasonal local produce. The Cliveden Bar has a double sided fireplace and an all-day shared dish menu.

4.5* THE GRACE HOTEL SYDNEY

Close to the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, The Grace Hotel offers luxury rooms and a rooftop fitness centre with an indoor swimming pool and a sauna. The Grace is set in a historic building that has been lovingly restored in Sydney CBD (Central Business District). All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels and pay-per-view movies. They also offer free WiFi, tea/coffee maker, refrigerator and hairdryer. Some rooms include breakfast, which is served and enjoyed in your room. The Rocks and Circular Quay are 15 minutes’ walk from The Grace Hotel. Shopping at the QVB and Pitt Street Mall is on the hotel’s doorstep.

Price from

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£12975 per person sharing

sole occupancy supplement:  £5425

51 nights from the 19th Nov 2025

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