Darwin Cup Racing Tour 2010

Departing August 2010
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to join us for the 2010 Darwin Cup Racing Carnival on a very special tour that features Australia’s ‘Top End’ Racing at its very best. The tour features two of the biggest race days of the entire carnival, with the Palmerston Sprint Day and the Darwin Cup Day - the richest day of thoroughbred racing in the north!

Apart from racing, we have arranged for ample sightseeing opportunities during your stay in Darwin as well as optional day tours allowing you to sample many of the highlights of the ‘Top End’.

We look forward to the pleasure of your company on this exciting trip!

Darwin Cup Racing Tour
Day 1, Friday 30 July
BRISBANE – DARWIN
This morning make your way to your Domestic Airport for your Qantas flight to Darwin. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel. This Afternoon join a sightseeing tour of Darwin - sights may include Fannie Bay Gaol, the Chinese temple, Darwin Wharf precinct, Cullen Bay, Northern Territory Museum, East Point Reserve, and the lush Botanical Gardens, before being transferred back to your hotel.
Accommodation: Darwin

Day 2, Saturday 31 July
DARWIN
After breakfast and a morning at leisure, you will depart from the hotel and transfer to the Fannie Bay Racetrack for a great day at the races! The day features the Palmerston Sprint, and you can view the action from either the Members Grandstand or Lawn. This evening, you have the option of attending the Darwin Turf Club Gala Ball, featuring world class entertainment.
Accommodation: Darwin

Day 3, Sunday 1 August
DARWIN
Today is a free day for you to explore Darwin and its surrounding areas. You may choose to enjoy the fun and games at the Calcutta Luncheon held on the lawns in front of the Fannie Bay Racetrack Grandstand. Or perhaps join one of our optional tours including a Barramundi Fishing Tour and a Kakadu Full Day Tour.
Accommodation: Darwin

Day 4, Monday 2 August
DARWIN
This morning you have time to study the form before being transferred to Fannie Bay once again for a superb day of racing. Darwin Cup Day is the richest day of thoroughbred racing in the north and is the pinnacle of a unique and exciting racing carnival often referred to as a ‘Mini Melbourne Cup’. Enjoy the racing from the inside running marquee. At the conclusion of the card you will be returned to your hotel.
Accommodation: Darwin

Day 5, Tuesday 3 August
DARWIN – BRISBANE
Today you will be transferred from your hotel to the Darwin Airport for your return flight home. Your arrival at your respective Airport concludes your tour with Ambassador Travel.