Adelaide & Melbourne – Tour A2AF
ADELAIDE, MELBOURNE
Package Summary
Get into the full festive spirit Down Under with our Adelaide and Melbourne Travel Package with international flights. Relax and take in all of the Christmas festivities with peace of mind knowing that everything will be arranged for you.
On arrival to Adelaide, you and your fellow travel members will gather for arrival drinks with your Tour Manager to really get in the spirit ahead of the 3rd Test. You’ll also experience the Pre-Test Party which includes our famous Barmy Bingo event – it is an epic party night – you’ll meet with like-minded fans, sing the songs, and have a chance to win some amazing prizes.
You will join the action at a crucial moment in the series at the Adelaide Oval – with match tickets in the Barmy Army section you’ll be in the stands soaking up the incredible atmosphere the Barmy Army are known for. After the Test, you’ll enjoy the Post-Test Party to celebrate an epic win by England Down Under. You’ll have a day of leisure to explore Adelaide before your transfer and internal flight to Melbourne arriving on 23 December ready to enjoy Christmas in Melbourne.
Christmas Day will be totally unique this year as you dine with your fellow Barmy Army Members for Christmas Lunch – expect a fantastic lunch, drinks and plenty of Christmas entertainment. You’ll then witness the 4th Test of the Series at the MCG. This package ensures a seamless, unforgettable experience taking in two Ashes Test Matches and Two vibrant cities.
This package includes New Years Eve in Melbourne, and there will be the option to book an exclusive Barmy Army New Years Eve Party to welcome in 2026 before flying back to the UK.
At the conclusion of the Tour, you’ll fly back to the UK having experienced your bucket list dreams with memories to last a lifetime.
Ready to Book
Book with peace of mind knowing your trip is protected. For all travellers joining us in Australia, we’ll need the following details:
- Full name (as it appears on the passport)
- Date of birth
- Passport information
You don’t need to have everyone’s details immediately, but please provide Passport Number, Expiry date and country of issue within a week of booking in order to guarantee your trip.
The lead person on the booking must be 18 or older. We’ll also need a postal address, phone number, email address, and payment details for them.
Package Includes
Book this trip and you’ll receive:
- Return Economy international flights from London (regional departures and upgrades available on request)
- Domestic flights within Australia
- 18 nights in our handpicked hotels, with breakfast included
- 5-day Official Test Match tickets within the Barmy Army section for all Tests in your tour
- Official Barmy Army Merchandise Bundle
- Airport transfers
- 12 months of Barmy Army membership
- Entry to Barmy Army Pre-Test Party Bingo for all Tests in your tour
- Famous Barmy Army Christmas Day experience
- Tour Group welcome drinks
- Experienced Barmy Army Tour Managers throughout the Tour
- Take out the stress of touring with hassle-free travel
And for a little bit extra, you can:
- Upgrade your international flights to Premium Economy or Business Class
- Add some official Barmy Army x Admiral 2005 retro Merchandise
- Add additional tickets to Barmy Army Events and Charity Parties – coming soon
- Add-on handpicked Barmy Army excursions between locations – coming soon
Tour Itinerary
- Day 1 – Sunday, 14th December: Depart UK
The day has arrived! Make your own way to the airport, check in, drop your bags off, and pass through customs to board your flight to Adelaide.
- Day 2 – Monday, 15th December: Arrive in Adelaide
When you arrive in Adelaide, collect your bags and head to the Barmy Army Transfer, which will take you directly to your hotel, where you’ll check in with your fellow Travel Members. Relax and unwind, then head to our Welcome Drinks Reception hosted by your experienced Tour Manager. This is the perfect opportunity to get to know the other Travel Members in your group.
- Day 3 – Tuesday, 16th December: Day at leisure in Adelaide
Explore the sights of Adelaide and everything it has to offer. Your Tour Manager can provide details of places of interest and any recommendations they have. Head out into the City to explore in your own time or go with the group to the top attractions.
In the evening, join fellow Travel Members and Barmy Army supporters for entertainment at our Pre-Test Party to celebrate the start of a monumental Test match.
- Day 4-8 – Wednesday, 17th December – Sunday, 21st December: 3rd Test Match in Adelaide
Adelaide welcomes you to a world-class cricketing stage. Enjoy five thrilling days of Ashes action at the picturesque Adelaide Oval. At the end of each day’s play, you’ll head to the official Barmy Army HQ or back to your hotel, ready for the next.
You might like a break from cricket during this period, so there will be plenty of options for things to do beyond the boundary in Adelaide!
- Day 9 – Monday, 22nd December: Day at leisure in Adelaide
After an epic Test match win, you might want to take things steady today, wander around the city, and visit the last places you’d like to tick off before your flight home.
- Day 10 – Tuesday, 23rd December: Fly to Melbourne
It’s time to fly to Melbourne for a Barmy Christmas! Your airport transfer will pick you up from the hotel for your flight to Melbourne.
When you arrive in Melbourne, collect your bags and head to the Barmy Army Transfer. The transfer will take you to your hotel, where you’ll check in with your fellow Travel Members.
- Day 11 – Wednesday, 24th December: Day at leisure in Melbourne
It’s time to explore some of the sights of Melbourne and all it has to offer. Did you know Melbourne was voted the best city in the world?! Your Tour Manager can provide details of places of interest and any recommendations they have. Head out into the City to explore in your own time or go with the group to the top attractions.
- Day 12 – Thursday, 25th December: Christmas Day Event in Melbourne
It’s a Christmas Day like no other! Even though you’re Down Under, we’ll ensure you feel the festive spirit. Included in your package is the famous Barmy Army Christmas Lunch. You’ll wine and dine with your fellow Travel Members, with all the traditional elements – songs, crackers, Santa, bingo, and much more.
- Day 13-17 – Friday, 26th – Tuesday 30th December: 4th Test Match in Melbourne
It’s the ultimate cricket bucket list experience – the Boxing Day Test at the MCG. Each day, you’ll head to the MCG with your Tour group and into the stands, ready to sing Jerusalem. At the end of each day’s play, you head to the official Barmy Army HQ or back to your hotel, ready for the next day.
You might like a break from cricket during this period, so there will be plenty of options for things to do beyond the boundary in Melbourne!
- Day 18 – Wednesday, 31st December: Day at leisure & NYE Event in Melbourne
After watching the fourth Test of the Series, it’s now New Year’s Eve. You’ll have a day of leisure, you can explore more of Melbourne in your own time or stay with the group. Then as the evening draws in, head to our Barmy Army New Year’s Eve Event! Celebrate and party all night to see in 2026 Down Under!
- Day 19 – Thursday, 1st January: Day at leisure in Melbourne
It’s January 1st, 2026, a brand new year. After the most epic night, you might want to take things steady today, wander around the city, and visit the last places you’d like to tick off before your flight home.
- Day 20 – Friday, 2nd January: Depart Melbourne
Your Tour has unfortunately come to an end. It’s time to say your goodbyes and take your transfer to the airport, where you’ll check in and board your flight back to the UK.
- Day 21 – Saturday, 3rd January: Arrive UK
You’ve landed back in the UK, having lived out your bucket list experience with memories that will truly last a lifetime.
WOULD YOU RATHER ARRANGE YOUR OWN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS?
If you would prefer to arrange your own international flights for this package, we have this available here.