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Rugby World Cup Travel Packages

Follow your team Down Under at the 2027 Rugby World Cup. Freedom Destinations are Australia holiday specialists and can create individual bespoke itineraries to suit you. Holidays can include your choice of:

International & Internal Flights – flying Economy, Premium or Business Class
Well-located hotels – in the city centre or close to the stadiums
Car and motorhome hire – a choice of vehicles with one-way hire available
Rail journeys – Travel on the Ghan & Indian Pacific with a choice of carriages

Our team of Australia Travel Experts have all lived or travelled in Australia and can help you plan your perfect Rugby World Cup holiday. See some example Australia Rugby World Cup itineraries below, or get in touch today to discuss your requirements..

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Freedom Destinations is a UK-based ATOL and ABTA-bonded tour operator selling Rugby World Cup travel packages. Match tickets are available from the Official Rugby World Cup website..

Home Nations World Cup Itineraries

Choose one of these itineraries or contact us to create your own 2027 Rugby World Cup holiday.

Follow England

14 days • Brisbane, Adelaide, & Sydney

Fly into Brisbane in time for England’s first match against Tonga, before heading up the coast to the idyllic coastal town of Noosa, where you can relax on the beach, learn to surf or cruise the local Everglades. Fly down to Adelaide to watch England take on Zimbabwe, and then drive the spectacular Great Ocean Road to Melbourne. Continue around the coast to Sydney in time for England’s last pool game against Wales. Stay on to explore the Blue Mountains or visit the wineries of the Hunter Valley.

Highlights:

Watch all three of England’s pool matches
Relax on the surf beaches of Noosa on the Queensland coast
Visit the vineyards of the Barossa Valley & drive the Great Ocean Road
Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge & cruise around the harbour
Enjoy your choice of hotels with easy access to World Cup stadiums

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Flexible itinerary – if you would like to stay to see more matches, let our team know.

Flights, hotels and travel – Prices on request

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Bespoke Itinerary

Noosa Heads, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

Twelve Apostles, Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia

Follow Ireland

14 days • Sydney, Perth, & Melbourne

Sydney is a great place to start any tour of Australia, so arrive early to wander the Rocks, take the ferry across the harbour to Manly, or visit the Blue Mountains. After Ireland’s first pool game against Portugal, fly to Western Australia where, in addition to the second game, you can travel south to the winelands of Margaret River or north to the Outback landscapes of the Pinnacles. Complete Ireland’s pool games in Melbourne, a sports-mad city, and the perfect spot for visiting Phillip Island, St. Kilda and the Great Ocean Road.

Highlights:

Follow Ireland’s progress through the pool matches of the Rugby World Cup
Explore Sydney’s harbour on foot or escape to the picturesque Blue Mountains
Join a wine tasting tour in Margaret River or board the ferry to Rottnest Island
Wander Melbourne’s colourful laneways and drive the Great Ocean Road
Choose your hotels for the best locations and prices

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Flexible itinerary – if you would prefer to travel across Australia by train, please let us know.

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Flexible Routes

couple, Margaret River, Western Australia

Follow Scotland

14 days • Melbourne, Perth & Brisbane

Fly into Melbourne in time for Scotland’s first match against Uruguay, and maybe join a wine tour to the Yarra Valley and go behind the scenes of the famous MCG. Fly across to Perth for the big game against Ireland, and stay to visit Rottnest Island and the glorious beaches at Esperance and Exmouth. Then fly across to Queensland for the final pool match in Brisbane, from where you could choose to see the bright lights of the Gold Coast or travel north to snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef.

Highlights:

Begin in Melbourne and visit the Yarra Valley wineries
Take the ferry from Perth to visit or stay on Rottnest Island
Discover Western Australia’s incredible beaches on the South West coast
After the match in Brisbane head to the Gold Coast or Great Barrier Reef
Choose your accommodation to create your personalised itinerary

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Flexible itinerary – If you wish to extend your holiday or visit other destinations, let us know

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Qantas flying over Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Follow Wales

14 days • Adelaide, Melbourne, & Sydney

Fly into Adelaide in time for Wales’ first pool match against Zimbabwe. Whilst you are here, you could choose to visit the wineries of the Barossa Valley, or head over to Kangaroo Island for a chance to meet the indigenous wildlife. From Adelaide, drive along the Great Ocean Road, taking in the coastal scenery, before arriving in Melbourne for the next game. Then, head to Sydney to enjoy the pre-match atmosphere before the big game against England. Whilst in Sydney you can cruise around the harbour, climb the Harbour Bridge or visit the vineyards of Hunter Valley.

Highlights:

Visit the beaches of Glenelg or the vineyards of the Barossa Valley whilst in Adelaide
Take the ferry across to Kangaroo Island for a nature tour
Drive from Adelaide to Melbourne along the famous Great Ocean Road
Enjoy the sights of Sydney on foot, by boat or even a scenic helicopter flight
Choose your hotels and plan your itinerary with one of our travel consultant

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Extend your stay

Flinders Street Railway Station, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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Rugby World Cup 2027 Fixtures

Pool Phase: 1st – 17th October 2027
Round of 16: 23rd & 24th October 2027
Quarter Finals: 30th & 31st October 2027
Semi Finals: 5th & 6th November 2027
3rd/4th place play-off: 12th November
World Cup Final: 13th November 2027

Matches will be played at the following venues:

Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, South Australia
Brisbane Stadium, Brisbane, Queensland
Docklands Stadium, Melbourne, Victoria
Newcastle Stadium, Newcastle, New South Wales
Perth Stadium, Perth, Western Australia
North Queensland Stadium, Townsville, Queensland
Sydney Football Stadium, Sydney, New South Wales
Stadium Australia, Sydney, New South Wales

All Semi Finals, 3rd/4th place play-off, and World Cup Final will all be played at Stadium Australia, Sydney, New South Wales

Date	Local Time	Match	Venue
1st October	18:45	Australia vs Hong Kong China	Perth Stadium
2nd October	12:15	Wales vs Zimbabwe	Adelaide Oval
2nd October	13:15	New Zealand vs Chile	Perth Stadium
2nd October	17:45	France vs USA	Docklands Stadium
2nd October	20:15	England vs Tonga	Brisbane Stadium
3rd October	12:15	Japan vs Samoa	Newcastle Stadium
3rd October	14:15	South Africa vs Italy	Adelaide Oval
3rd October	17:15	Scotland vs Uruguay	Docklands Stadium
3rd October	20:15	Georgia vs Romania	North Queensland Stadium
4th October	14:15	Fiji vs Spain	Newcastle Stadium
4th October	17:15	Ireland vs Portugal	Sydney Football Stadium
4th October	18:45	Argentina vs Canada	Brisbane Stadium
8th October	18:15	Wales vs Tonga	Docklands Stadium
8th October	20:15	England vs Zimbabwe	Adelaide Oval
9th October	12:15	USA vs Samoa	Perth Stadium
9th October	17:10	New Zealand vs Australia	Stadium Australia
9th October	18:45	France vs Japan	Brisbane Stadium
9th October	20:15	Chile vs Hong Kong China	North Queensland Stadium
10th October	12:15	Fiji vs Canada	Adelaide Oval
10th October	15:15	Argentina vs Spain	Docklands Stadium
10th October	16:45	South Africa vs Georgia	Brisbane Stadium
10th October	17:45	Ireland vs Scotland	Perth Stadium
11th October	17:15	Uruguay vs Portugal	Newcastle Stadium
11th October	19:45	Italy vs Romania	Sydney Football Stadium
15th October	17:15	New Zealand vs Hong Kong China	Docklands Stadium
15th October	20:00	Japan vs USA	Adelaide Oval
15th October	20:15	Tonga vs Zimbabwe	North Queensland Stadium
16th October	13:15	Argentina vs Fiji	Adelaide Oval
16th October	15:10	Australia vs Chile	Brisbane Stadium
16th October	19:45	England vs Wales	Stadium Australia
16th October	20:15	Spain vs Canada	North Queensland Stadium
17th October	12:15	Italy vs Georgia	Newcastle Stadium
17th October	14:45	Ireland vs Uruguay	Docklands Stadium
17th October	16:15	Scotland vs Portugal	Brisbane Stadium
17th October	19:15	South Africa vs Romania	Perth Stadium
17th October	19:45	France vs Samoa	Sydney Football Stadium

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Rugby World Cup 2027, Travel FAQs

As Australia travel specialists, Freedom Destinations answer your questions about attending the Rugby World Cup Down Under…

When and where is the Rugby World Cup 2027 taking place?

The 2027 Rugby World Cup is being hosted in Australia from the 1st October until the 13th November. The pool matches will be played from the 1st – 17th October, with the Last 16 matches beginning on the 23rd October, and the final being played on the 13th November.

Can I buy Rugby World Cup tickets through Freedom Destinations?

Unfortunately not, Rugby World Cup 2027 match tickets must be purchased directly through the official Rugby World Cup website.

We specialise in Rugby World Cup 2027 Australia travel packages and holidays from the UK, including flights, hotels, car hire, motorhome hire and tailor-made touring. If you have secured your match tickets, we can even build your entire Australia holiday around the games you plan to attend.

What do your Rugby World Cup 2027 Australia travel packages include?

Our tailor-made Rugby World Cup 2027 packages are created to your individual requirements. You can travel independently and do not need to travel as part of a rugby tour group.

Your Rugby World Cup 2027 travel package can include:

Return international flights from the UK and Ireland
Hotel accommodation in match host cities, and elsewhere
Internal flights and rail journeys within Australia
Car or motorhome rental
Scenic guided tours before or after rugby matches
Multi-centre holiday itineraries
Flight stopovers and holidays in other destinations

Every trip is customised to you. Whether you want to follow your team across multiple cities or combine a few key matches with a wider Australia holiday, we can design a package to suit your plans and budget.

Can you build a tailor-made Rugby World Cup 2027 itinerary?

Yes. Our Australia Travel Experts can help you plan, give advice, and book an Australia holiday to suite you and your Rugby World Cup plans.

We can create bespoke Rugby World Cup 2027 Australia itineraries based on the matches you’re attending. Many clients choose to combine the tournament with iconic experiences such as:

Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb and the Blue Mountains
The Great Barrier Reef and the Whitsunday Islands
The Great Ocean Road and Kangaroo Island
Uluru and the Red Centre
Western Australia coast drive

Given the distance from the UK, it makes sense to turn the Rugby World Cup into a once-in-a-lifetime Australia holiday.

When should I book my Rugby World Cup 2027 travel?

Now that the 2027 Rugby World Cup fixtures have been confirmed. we would recommend booking your travel arrangements as soon as possible, to benefit from better availability and choice.

Do I need a visa to travel to Australia from the UK?

Yes, UK and Ireland passport holders require a valid electronic visa to enter Australia. Full details are available on the UK government website.

Can I combine the Rugby World Cup 2027 with a trip to New Zealand or other destinations?

Absolutely. Many travellers choose to combine the Rugby World Cup 2027 in Australia with New Zealand, Fiji, or a stopover in destinations such as Singapore or Dubai.

Freedom Destinations’ Australia Travel Team can also advise on the best holidays in New Zealand as well as stopovers to and from Australia.