Arrive in the Queensland gateway city of Brisbane where the Ashes Series traditionally begins. Spend the day exploring the picturesque Southbank precinct which comes alive pre or post any sporting event with its alfresco dining, open park space, and riverside views. The city’s stadium, The Gabba, is a 20 minute walk from the Southbank.

Your chosen Brisbane hotel

Collect your hire car from the Brisbane depot and travel north along the Nature Coast to spend three nights beside the picturesque sands of Noosa’s Main Beach and bustling Hastings Street. From here you can explore the walking trails of the National Park, soak up the atmosphere in the local al fresco bars and restaurants, or simply relax and soak up the sun.

Your chosen Noosa hotel

Return your car to Brisbane Airport before your flight to Adelaide, where an exciting three night stay in the Oval Hotel awaits. The historic Adelaide Oval has long been considered one of the world’s most picturesque cricket grounds and has played host to the Ashes as well as regular fixtures within cricket, Aussie Rules Football, Rugby League, Rugby Union, and even large concerts and events.

Spend three nights in the newly developed Oval Hotel built within the famous ground. From here downtown Adelaide is within a 10 minute walk where you can explore the museums of the North Terrace and shops of Rundle Mall. A highlight of your time in Adelaide will undoubtedly be a 90 minute behind closed doors tour of the Oval where you’ll discover hidden secrets and celebrated sporting moments.

Oval Hotel

Fly to Australia’s revered sporting capital of Melbourne. The city plays host to the country’s biggest sporting events including the Australian Grand Prix, the Melbourne Cup, Australian Open, and, of course, the famous Boxing Day Ashes Test.

Spend four nights within walking distance of the city’s impressive sporting waterside precinct, home to the Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne Park, and the impressive Melbourne Cricket Ground, affectionately known as the MCG. We have included an access all areas tour of the stadium and entry to the Australian Sports Museum with its immersive exhibits and galleries showcasing the best of the country’s sporting history.

Your chosen Melbourne hotel

No city holiday to Australia would be complete without a visit to Sydney, brimming with icons and atmosphere. A four night stay here will provide ample time to explore in addition to an informative behind-the-scenes tour of the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Further afield, why not spend a day exploring the Blue Mountains and breathe in the expanse of this undulating paradise which is just 90 minutes from Sydney.

Your chosen Sydney hotel

Your final stop on this cricket lovers trail is Perth, the location for the Ashes 2022 final which takes place in the newly developed Optus Stadium on the banks of the Swan River. A 90 minute tour of this modern state-of-the-art stadium has been included during your three night stay in Perth.

There is plenty of time to venture out to one of the city’s nearby beaches or meander through the heritage laneways of Fremantle, just 30 minutes by train from the city centre and home to the famous indoor market, boutique shopping and harbourside dining.

Your chosen Perth hotel

Having toured Australia’s major sporting cities it is time to head back home to the UK.