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Melbourne Cup

Melbourne Cup 2025

Starting from $2,465

Melbourne Cup 2025

    Overview

    Destination:
    Australia, 
    Start:Newcastle
    Finish:Newcastle
    Duration:6 days
    Tripcode:
    EMC311025
    Travel Period
    October 2025 - October 2025
    Prepare for a truly unforgettable Cup Week, where equine athleticism meets Melbourne style in a spectacular showcase of thoroughbred excellence, set against the city’s impressive skyline.

    What's Included

    • Return economy flights with Virgin Australia
    • 5 nights accommodation at Rydges Melbourne including daily Breakfast
    • Welcome dinner with drinks
    • Hill Stand seats for the Penfolds Derby Day & Lexus Melbourne Cup Day
    • Return Melbourne airport transfers
    • Pre-loaded MYKI card for race days
    • Tour host in Melbourne

    Options and details

    Travel Date: 31 Oct 2025 Twin price from
    Ex Newcastle $2,465* per person twin share 
    Ex Brisbane $2,595* per person twin share 
    Ex Perth $3,430* per person twin share
    Land Only $2,075* per person twin share 

     

    Your Itinerary

    Day 1: Arrive Melbourne

    Upon arrival in Melbourne, you will be met by your tour host and transferred to your hotel for check in. This evening, join your group for some dinner and drinks.
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    Day 2: Melbourne - Penfolds Victoria Derby Day

    At your convenience, head to Flinders Street Station today to begin your journey to Flemington Racecourse where you’ll experience the thrill of Victoria Derby Day from your reserved Hill Stand seats, perfectly positioned right at the winning post.
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    Day 3: Melbourne

    Today is a day at your leisure. Perhaps join a MCG tour, take a cruise along the Yarra River or visit the outlets for some shopping.
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    Day 4: Melbourne

    Enjoy a free day today. The city will be buzzing with Melbourne Cup excitement. Stay tuned for future events to be announced.
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    Day 5: Melbourne - Lexus Melbourne Cup Day

    It’s time for the main event! Enjoy the Lexus Melbourne Cup Day from your exclusive Hill Stand seats, perfectly positioned right at the winning post. Feel the rush of excitement as the horses thunder past, and immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere of this spectacular event.
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    Day 6: Melbourne

    Check out of the hotel this morning. If you are booked on the group flights, join your transfer back to the airport for your departure flight.
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    Tripcode: EMC311025
    Price from
    $2,465*
    per person*
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    Important Information

    Terms and conditions
    *Hunter Travel Group Pty Ltd (ABN 86 089 025 696) serves as an agent, selling various travel-related products and services on behalf of many providers like airlines, coach, rail, and cruise line operators, as well as wholesalers and tour operators. As your agent, Hunter Travel Group provide booking and advisory services including making travel bookings on your behalf and arranging contracts between you and the travel service providers. Any bookings made either in-store or online will be subject to Hunter Travel Group's privacy policy, terms of use and booking conditions in addition to any third-party booking conditions and privacy policies. Prices are based on per person twin share unless otherwise stated. These offers are not available in conjunction with any other offer unless otherwise stated. Pricing and availability are subject to change without notice. Contact a Travel Advisor to find our more information and conditions for this specific offer.

    Additional terms and conditions

    • Prices are correct as at 19 March 2025
    • *Prices are in AUD$, inclusive of air taxes and subject to availability at the time of booking. 
    • Prices are subject to change without notice.
    • A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is due 7 days after booking. 
    • Final payment is due no later than 01 September 2025
    • For Land Only bookings, transfers will be subject to flights booked. Transfers cannot be routed to other pick up points or destinations. No refund will be given for unused transfers.
    • Tour Host is based on reaching a minimum number.
    • Travel insurance is highly recommended and available at an additional cost.
    • Price does not include items of a personal nature such as laundry and meals not specified in the inclusions.
    • Agents may charge service fees. Please contact the us to find out more.