Motor Racing

2010 Formula One Australian Grand Prix

The 2010 FORMULA 1™ Australian Grand Prix 25 - 28 March, is a four-day extravaganza of speed and excitement that has become the benchmark in FORMULA 1™. Besides an action packed line-up of elite motor racing, a host of other offerings will keep you entertained throughout the day. Set in picturesque Albert Park and offering stunning views of Melbourne's skyline, the 2010 FORMULA 1™ Australian Grand Prix will be a feast for the senses.

Nothing compares to the adrenalin-charged action of FORMULA 1™. FORMULA 1™ racing is synonymous with glamour, sophistication, cutting-edge technology and meticulous teamwork, all combining to present the perfect day out for you and your friends. An array of first-class support categories and a carnival of off-track entertainment come together to give you a weekend you'll never forget. Features for the 2010 event include:

• Twilight FORMULA 1™ Race on Sunday, 5pm
• The best Australian support race categories
• Great off track entertainment and attractions
• GP Advantage Benefits!

Tour Inclusions

• Return airfares in economy class from Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch to Melbourne
• Airport and airline security and departure taxes
• Four nights hotel accommodation at the Mantra Southbank
• Meet & Greet at Melbourne Airport on arrival (group flights only)
• Return airport to hotel transfers (group flights only)
• Officially supplied '4 Day' Grandstand ticket or Corporate Hospitality option
• Free tram transfers to and from Albert Park circuit (as part of your Grand Prix ticket)
• Tour merchandise
• Welcome Get Together
• The services of a Williment Sports Travel host throughout

Tour Itinerary

• Thursday 25 March
  Today depart from Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch. After clearing Immigration, collect your bags and pass through Customs checks and into the Arrivals Hall. Williment Sports Travel staff will be in the Arrivals Hall to greet you and direct you to your coach for the drive into the city. The journey by charter coach takes approximately 30 minutes depending on traffic.
  
  On arrival at the Mantra Southbank, check in for a four night stay. Please note, if you are on a morning arrival your hotel room may not be available until early afternoon, however the hotel will be happy to store your luggage. Those of you wishing to head to Albert Park can board the trams only a short distance away.
• Friday 26 March
  Today, make your way to the circuit at your leisure using the trams. Over the next three days enjoy FORMULA 1™ Racing, including practice sessions, displays, demonstrations and parades throughout the day. This evening, join other supporters for a Welcome Get Together in the hotel.
• Saturday 27 March
  Today, make your way to the circuit at your leisure using the trams. This evening you may want to consider our Draculas dinner option - 'Black Blood'.
• Sunday 28 March
  This morning, make your way to the circuit in time for the FORMULA 1™ warm up followed by a parade of the FORMULA 1™ Drivers. At 5pm the 2010 FORMULA 1 Australian Grand Prix commences with a race duration of approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.
• Monday 29 March
  This morning you will be transferred to Melbourne Airport for your direct flight back to Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch.

Tour Pricing

For more information about the different ticket options, please click here.

Ticket/Grandstand Options	Hotel Room Type
	Twin/Double	Triple	Quad	Single
Per Person - Inclusive Tour ex Auckland
General Admission	$2,190	$2,130	$1,940	$3,040
Senna, Clark or Waite	$2,340	$2,280	$2,090	$3,200
Prost or Fangio	$2,475	$2,415	$2,225	$3,330
Jones or Brabham	$2,610	$2,550	$2,360	$3,470
Chicane Skybox Roof	$4,770	$4,710	$4,520	$5,625
Per Person - Inclusive Tour ex Wellington
General Admission	$2,260	$2,200	$2,010	$3,110
Senna, Clark or Waite	$2,410	$2,350	$2,160	$3,270
Prost or Fangio	$2,550	$2,490	$2,300	$3,400
Jones or Brabham	$2,680	$2,620	$2,430	$3,540
Chicane Skybox Roof	$4,840	$4,780	$4,590	$5,700
Per Person - Inclusive Tour ex Christchurch
General Admission	$2,145	$2,085	$1,894	$2,995
Senna, Clark or Waite	$2,300	$2,240	$2,050	$3,155
Prost or Fangio	$2,440	$2,380	$2,190	$3,290
Jones or Brabham	$2,570	$2,510	$2,320	$3,425
Chicane Skybox Roof	$4,730	$4,670	$4,480	$5,585
Per Person - Land Only (Excludes air travel, taxes and transfers)
General Admission	$1,409	$1,349	$1,159	$2,280
Senna, Clark or Waite	$1,565	$1,505	$1,315	$2,430
Prost or Fangio	$1,699	$1,639	$1,449	$2,570
Jones or Brabham	$1,835	$1,775	$1,585	$2,699
Chicane Skybox Roof	$3,995	$3,935	$3,745	$4,860
Extra Night rate	$127	$133	$99	$254

Note: Flight and Grandstand Ticket packages available on request.