4-11 NOVEMBER 2017 FLEMINGTON, VICTORIA Melbourne Cup Carnival TRAVEL PACKAGES PLATINUM EXPERIENCE 1300 788 666 RES@EVENTS.COM.AU
Book now to secure your place in racing history. Events Worldwide Travel have been selling this magnificent event since we started in 1993. Every year it gets better and better. 2017 will be no exception with many new and upgraded spectator facilities in place. You can be there in style with Events Worldwide but you need to get in early for the sensible options before they sell out. Book your Express Hotel & Ticket Package or our Platinum Experience for 2017 right now. Make your Dreams come true in style!! 2 M E L B O U R N E C U P 2 0 1 7
Events Worldwide Travel Commencing in 1993 we are a well respected market leader in the Sports Travel & Event sector holding more licenses for major sports events in Australia and around the World than any other Sports Tour Operator. As a family owned and managed business we pride ourselves in providing the highest quality + ultra reliable experiences ensuring repeat clients continue to be the cornerstone of our success. This is particularly relevant to our exclusive Luxury Escorted Tours such as The Platinum Experience. Importantly we hold all possible credentials and insurances ensuring you are financially protected and looked after professionally throughout your experience. The Emirates Melbourne Cup is one of the greatest horse races on the planet, and one of the richest. Horses and their syndicates come from around the globe in pursuit of the magnificent Melbourne Cup. With Events Worldwide Travel, an award winning tour operator, you can be there in style for this event. Saturday 04 Nov: AAMI Victoria Derby Tuesday 07 Nov: Emirates Melbourne Cup Thursday 09 Nov: VRC Oaks Day Saturday 11 Nov: Emirates Stakes Day 3 M E L B O U R N E C U P 2 0 1 7
THE ITINERARY The Platinum Experience A L U X U R Y 5 S T A R E M I R A T E S M E L B O U R N E C U P D A Y E X P E R I E N C E M E L B O U R N E M A R R I O T T O R C R O W N M E T R O P O L Monday 06 Nov: Welcome On arrival in Melbourne you will be met in the arrivals area and transferred by private sedan or minivan to your chosen hotel below. Check in after 2.00 pm. This evening relax and enjoy all that Melbourne has to offer, maybe take in a show or find your favourite cuisine. Tuesday 07 Nov: Cup Day 07.00 Enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast at your hotel (included) 09.00 Docklands: This morning you will board our Exclusively Chartered Riverboat for our Champagne River Cruise along the Yarra and Maribyrnong Rivers directly to Flemington. What a way to go! 10.00 Arrive at Flemington. The Platinum Experience includes a reserved seat in Saintly Place with superb views across the track behind glass in an air-conditioned area. Public catering facilities are available close by in the Hill Stand. You can also upgrade to the Makybe Diva Marquee Hospitality - see pricing below. At any time you wish use your included MYKI Transport card to take a tram or train back to the city. This can be used at other times as well noting that travel within the CBD on trams is FREE. Wednesday 08 Nov: Return home After breakfast transfer to the Airport for your flight home. This package includes: Airport Transfers, Champagne Cup Cruise, Transport Ticket, 2 Nights Hotel, Buffet Breakfast and a Reserved Grandstand seat in Saintly Place (formerly the Undercroft) Please ask us for the best available airfares. We add a per person booking fee of $35 to co-ordinate your travel plans when you book flights with us. We also offer Travel Insurance, which we recommend. Melbourne Marriott: Premier Room (1 Queen or 2 Doubles) Twin or Double per person $1198 Single in a Queen add $498, Extra nights are on a request basis. Crown Metropol: Luxe Room (1 King or 2 King Singles) Twin or Double per person $1398 Single in a King add $559, Extra nights are on a request basis. Upgrade the above package to the Makybe Diva Marquee: Add $844 p.p. Luxury Marquee with race viewing platform & nearby seating including fine dining, table service, all inclusive of a 3 course meal and premium beverages. Enjoy all day Barista, private Tote and many other fabulous features. 4 M E L B O U R N E C U P 2 0 1 7
Melbourne Cup Express Packages Four & Five Star Packages Two (2) nights hotel accommodation, room only Check in Monday 06 Nov, Check out Wednesday 08 Nov General Admission Ticket to the Emirates Melbourne Cup Myki Card to access Flemington and return via Tram or Train Upgrades to Reserved Seats and Hospitality will be available when released Early Bird Reserved Seat Priority offered to those with existing bookings - book now! All Ticket handling, GST and Service Fees CUSTOMISED PACKAGES Customise your Experience with a tailor made Hotel & Ticket Package Add these events: AAMI Victoria Derby, VRC Oaks Day, Emirates Stakes Day Accommodation extensions, Reserved seated upgrades, Hospitality, Flights & Transfers EMAIL: RES@EVENTS.COM.AU 5 M E L B O U R N E C U P 2 0 1 7
Ticket Upgrades Upgrades are available for Derby Day, Cup Day, Oaks Day, Stakes Day and a combination of race days. Below are the Cup Day only upgrade amounts for our set packages. For upgrades and hospitality tickets to other days of the carnival, please request a custom package. Cup Day Upgrades Hill Stand covered seating with spectacular views of the racecourse and Melbourne city skyline. The front and sides of this stand are uncovered. +$267 pp Lawn Stand located directly underneath the Hill Stand, provides open air seating with excellent racecourse views. +$168 pp Saintly Place (formerly Undercroft) air-conditioned, indoor seating behind glass. Betting and dining facilities within, this option is sheltered and comfortable. +$152 pp The Precinct next to The Birdcage and The Rails, The Precinct is a great spot for racing enthusiasts with open air viewing by the track. Includes $15 food voucher, Souvenir Pin and racebook for each guest. +$121 pp Marquees and hospitality upgrades for Cup Day range from $695-$2225 pp, request options and more information today. Find out more online (www.events.com.au) res@events.com.au 1300 788 666 5 M E L B O U R N E C U P 2 0 1 7
Crown Metropol Melbourne Southbank 1300 788 666 I +61 3 5989 7666 I res@events.com.au 6 M E L B O U R N E C U P 2 0 1 7
Melbourne Marriott: CBD Theatre District/Chinatown Terms: We require a 50% non-refundable deposit plus any upgrades or travel extras within 3 days of booking. The balance is due no later than 31st July 2017. There are no refunds on unused services. Details will be outlined on our confirmation and invoice once booked. 1300 788 666 I +61 3 5989 7666 I res@events.com.au 7 M E L B O U R N E C U P 2 0 1 7