Having celebrated its 100th year in 2005, this international event is the first Grand Slam® tournament igniting the new tennis calendar each year.
Mixing world-class tennis with music, entertainment, world-class facilities and innovative technology, the Australian Open is more than a tennis tournament - it’s a truly unique environment.

Join Experience Group Travel in Melbourne in January 2012.


PACKAGES

BUILD YOUR OWN
Talk to one of our consultants who will package accommodation and tickets for you. We can also include return airfares.

THE BEGINNING - first two days
Includes 3 nights’ accommodation at a hotel of your choice, Rod Laver Arena tickets to the day sessions on Monday 16th and Tuesday 17th January.

THE MIDDLE - middle weekend
Includes 3 nights’ accommodation at a hotel of your choice, Rod Laver Arena tickets to the day and night sessions on both Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd January.

THE END - semis and finals
Includes return airfares from Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch to Melbourne*, 5 nights’ accommodation at a hotel of your choice, Rod Laver Arena tickets to the day and night sessions on Thursday 26th, the twilight session on Friday 27th and the night sessions on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th January.

HOTELS & APARTMENTS
All within walking distance to Rod Laver Arena, or alternatively take the free tram that will drop you right outside Melbourne Park.

Mercure Welcome Melbourne
Good value budget accommodation in a great location. Shopping precincts and historic theatres are all within walking distance with cafes, restaurants and bars close by to cater for all budgets and tastes.

The Swanston Hotel, Melbourne
Positioned in an unrivalled location in the very heart of Melbourne, The Swanston Hotel, Grand Mercure is a 4 star hotel surrounded by the city’s most popular business and shopping precincts, theatres, galleries, bars and restaurants. With vibrant Bourke Street Mall right on the hotel’s doorstep, other attractions like Federation Square, Southbank, Her Majesty’s Theatre and Regents Theatres, Queen Victoria Markets and Melbourne Central are all just a short stroll away.

Quay West Suites, Melbourne
Southbank’s only 5-star apartment hotel, located just minutes from the city centre and in the heart of Melbourne’s Arts precinct. Quay West offers easy access to Melbourne’s Casino, Eureka Skydeck 88, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and nearby fashion boutiques, restaurants and cafes.

Sofitel Melbourne on Collins
One of Australia’s most luxurious hotels, Sofitel Melbourne is ideally located at the ‘Paris’ end of prestigious Collins Street close to the city’s premier dining, shopping and entertainment precincts as well as signature attractions such as the MCG, Melbourne Park, Federation Square and Princess and Regent Theatre. All of the hotels rooms and suites begin from level 36, ensuring the outlook over Melbourne through floor to ceiling windows is always breathtaking.

Somerset on Elizabeth
Somerset on Elizabeth is located in the heart of Melbourne’s central business district surrounded by an abundance of restaurants and shops surrounding. The property is close to Bourke Street Mall, the GPO and Melbourne’s popular shopping precinct, Melbourne Central.

Citadines on Bourke Melbourne
Citadines on Bourke Melbourne is the ideal choice for travellers ready to experience all that Melbourne has to offer. Within close proximity of the Bourke Street Mall, Melbourne Central and QV shopping precincts. The hotel has Melbourne’s unique dining experiences right at your doorstep.

The Sebel Melbourne
Centrally located in the very heart of the city. The Sebel Melbourne is a magnificent, beautifully restored, heritage listed, 19th century landmark that has been transformed into one of Melbourne’s finest boutique hotels. Melbourne’s major shopping and fashion attractions are just steps away including the GPO, Bourke Street Mall and Collins Street.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Prices are per person in New Zealand dollars as at 01 June 2011 and are subject to availability at the time of booking. Deposits vary for the various packages and will be advised at the time of booking. Full balance of payment is required on or before 01 November 2011. Any bookings received after this day will require full non-refundable payment on confirmation. Credit card fees apply. As all payments are non-refundable we strongly recommend travel insurance. Please talk to us about a travel insurance quote. *Prices for ‘The End’ package include return economy class airfares from Auckland or Christchurch to Melbourne with Air New Zealand. A surcharge of $65 applies for flights from Wellington. Airline taxes and insurance levies are not included. Please allow approximately $159 per person. Airline bookings may require additional payments – you will be advised at the time of booking. All tickets are purchased via Experience Group Travel Official Tour Operator of AO 2012.