Australia
EXCLUSIVE!
Dates:
29 October - 5 November
Duration:
3 or 10
days
Group:
2-10
ppl
Melbourne Cup, annual horse race, first held in 1861, that is the most important Australian Thoroughbred race of the year and one of the most prestigious races in the world.
The Melbourne Cup Carnival is an unequalled world-class event that encompasses the finest racing, entertainment, fashion, culture, food and wine all in one place - Flemington Racecourse. The main race takes place on the first Tuesday of November, which is a public holiday in the city and is accompanied by three more separate event days of horse racing, betting, fashion & gourmet food. With an array of hospitality and dining options to suit every taste, style and budget, it promises to be the best week of the year! Cup Week 2022 may be even more spectacular than racing fans remember, with old favourites, new innovations and great racing set to make Flemington Racecourse the place to be this spring. Discover the best Australia can offer during this tour that includes racing tickets and accommodation and can be tailor-made on your request to satisfy all your needs.
Be enthralled and swept up in the magic of the celebration that stops a nation! There’s nothing quite like being at Flemington for the world’s most vibrant racing event, the Melbourne Cup Carnival. Wander the world-famous racecourse and experience the colour of the Front Lawn, energy of Hill Square or festival-like atmosphere in The Park. The Melbourne Cup Carnival is four days of pure exuberance, where anything can happen and just about everything does!
Discover our different tickets and hospitality options topped up with a wide selection of hand-picked hotels. Choose the package you like, pick a particular event or spend all 10 days in Melbourne. Chat with our managers for more details.
29 October / Penfolds Victoria Derby Day / This is thoroughbred racing at its very best
The $2 million Group 1 Penfolds Victoria Derby headlines the day, with history made by Hitotsu in 2021 and Australia’s most talented young stayers looking to add their name to the honour roll in 2022. The nine-race program at Flemington Racecourse also features the $2 million Group 1 Coolmore Stud Stakes (1200m), the pinnacle for three-year-old sprinters that cemented Home Affairs’ position as one of the world’s most valuable colts last year, while the $1 million TAB Empire Rose (1600m) for the fillies and mares will crown the next queen of the turf. The incredible action on the track will be equalled by the fashion attractions around the grounds, with a black and white theme providing fashion colour guidance for ladies, while gentlemen will don their sartorial best featuring their own take on elegant blacks, greys and complementary touches.
1 November / Lexus Melbourne Cup / At 3pm on that famous first Tuesday in November
$8 million Lexus Melbourne Cup takes its rightful place. It is the centrepiece for the entire Melbourne Cup Carnival! Last year the world witnessed a New Zealand-born horse, jockey and trainer take racing’s most treasured prize when Verry Elleegant, trained by Chris Waller and partnered by jockey James McDonald defeated Australian-bred galloper Incentivise and English-trained stayer Spanish Mission. Be at Flemington Racecourse when, yet again, a new chapter is written, another legend born and new dreams come true before your very eyes. The undercard features the Group 3 Darley Maribyrnong Plate (1000m) for two-year-olds and Group 3 The Hong Kong Jockey Club Stakes (1400m) for mares plus the popular Listed Resimax Group Subzero Handicap (1400m), a race restricted to grey horses.
3 November / Kennedy Oaks Day / Style. Elegance. Sophistication. Beauty all around
There are not enough words to describe the exquisite looks, fashion and racing experiences that make the Kennedy Oaks Day celebrations so renowned. Commonly referred to as “ladies day”, women of all ages come together at Flemington Racecourse to put their best possible look ‘out there’ for all to see, as they don the most creative looks, colours, accessories and millinery. The day’s thrilling racing highlight is the $1 million Group 1 Kennedy Oaks which crowns the nation’s top three-year-old filly. Damien Oliver confirmed his place as one of the greats of the Australian turf when winning the 2021 Kennedy Oaks aboard Willowy. Oliver delivering a record-equalling 126th career Group 1, a feat only matched by the legendary jockey George Moore.
5 November / VRC Champions Stakes Day / The guaranteed good time, with world-class racing the highlight to the final day
The concluding day of the Carnival will feature the illustrious $3 million Group 1 VRC Champions Stakes (2000m), the spring grand final for Australia’s best middle distance horses. The final day of Cup Week also features the $3 million Group 1 Darley Champions Sprint (1200m) which last year saw the Nature Strip fly up the famous Flemington straight for a dominant victory. Will we see the world’s best sprinter return for a fourth attempt at the prestigious dash? Joining the program on VRC Champions Stakes Day is the $3 million Group 1 Kennedy Champions Mile (1600m) for the best of the best over the Flemington mile. A spectacular nine-race program is just the beginning – with endless activities for kids and parents, but also every other kind of race-lover be they young or old. With an endless array of music, food, dancing and activities featured all day, VRC Champions Stakes Day is more popular than ever.
Gentlemen (including children over 12)
Gentlemen are required to wear a suit of tailored slacks (tailored chinos acceptable), sports coat or blazer, plus tie and dress shoes. Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal national dress of their country.
Ladies (including children over 12)
Ladies are expected to maintain a suitable standard of racewear attire. Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal national dress of their country.
Children
Younger children must be neatly dressed and accompanied by an adult.
Please note: it is the responsibility of the person booking the tickets to ensure their guests adhere to the dress regulations.
Flemington’s central location offers all kinds of safe and smooth transport options, to and from the racecourse, and with frequent arrivals and departures.
Getting to Flemington
Trains will depart from Southern Cross (Platform No. 8), every 20 minutes between 10:55 am and 1:15 pm, stopping only at North Melbourne (Platform No. 2) unless otherwise specified, and then run express to Flemington Racecourse. Trains returning to Southern Cross from Flemington Racecourse during the above period will operate express with passengers from Flemington Racecourse to Southern Cross.
Departing Flemington
Departing Flemington Trains will depart from Flemington Racecourse (Platform No. 1) between 4:15 pm and 6:27 pm inclusive, stopping only at North Melbourne (Platform No. 1) , en route to Southern Cross (Platform 8). Trains returning to Flemington Racecourse during the above periods will operate express with passengers from Southern Cross to Flemington Racecourse.
Experience-based travel
We love sporting events! And we are from Australia! In 2022 we expect 2000+ of our clients to attend Qatar Wold Cup 2022. In 2018 we brought 1000+ football fans from Australia, USA, UK, Germany, Croatia, Mexico, Peru, Panama, Chile, Colombia, Iran to the World Cup in Russia in 2018. We also do F1, Rugby, Cricket and more. All our packages include best accommodation, guides, transfers, tours, 24/7 support and deep knowledge of the region.
Tailor-made experience
Our travel packages are customizable, so you can get the most out of your experience. Contact us to tailor-make your trip.
Experience-based travel
We love sporting events! And we are from Australia! In 2022 we expect 2000+ of our clients to attend Qatar Wold Cup 2022. In 2018 we brought 1000+ football fans from Australia, USA, UK, Germany, Croatia, Mexico, Peru, Panama, Chile, Colombia, Iran to the World Cup in Russia in 2018. We also do F1, Rugby, Cricket and more. All our packages include best accommodation, guides, transfers, tours, 24/7 support and deep knowledge of the region.
Lawn Stand / Hill Stand Packages
Hotel in Melbourne
Access to all public areas on course, including the Front Lawn, The Hill Stand Level 1, the Betting Ring, Saintly Place and The Park.
Reserved Seat in the Stand
Easy access to Hill Square, featuring the very best food, bars and lively atmosphere
TAB betting facilities
Riverside Bar and Bistro Package
Hotel in Melbourne
All-inclusive buffet menu
All-day drinks package, including beer, wine, sparkling and soft drink
Trackside views
Outdoor viewing deck with bar
Entertainment
Access to betting facilities
Racecourse admission and race book
Makybe Diva Marquee Package
Hotel in Melbourne
Shared marquee with outdoor courtyard
Track, Winning Post and city views
Access to seating in a reserved section of the Lawn Stand
Three-course plated lunch and afternoon tea
Selection of red, white and sparkling wine, light and heavy beers and soft drinks (Note: Upgraded beverage selection purchased on consumption)
Reserved tables (shared for bookings under 10ppl) with waiter service
Barista coffee
Private betting facilities and access to a bookmaker
Racecourse admission, racebook and Melbourne Cup Carnival souvenir pen
Skyline Lounge / Skyline Dining Packages
Hotel in Melbourne
LOUNGE: Grazing plates served throughout the day
DINING: Four-course fine dining menu
All-day drinks package, including a signature cocktail on arrival, beer, wine, sparkling and soft drinks
Upgraded beverage selection purchased on consumption
Access to seating in a reserved section of the Hill Stand
Entertainment throughout the day
Access to betting facilities
Racecourse admission and race book
Parade Dining Package
Hotel in Melbourne
All-inclusive grazing menu provided throughout the day
All-day drinks package, including beer, wine, sparkling and soft drink
Upgraded beverage selection purchased on consumption
Exclusive outdoor area with seating and umbrellas
DJ and entertainment
Access to betting facilities
Parade Ring and track views
Racecourse admission and race book
Rose Room Package
Hotel in Melbourne
Marquee with outdoor viewing area
Track, Winning Post and city views
Five-course plated lunch plus afternoon tea
Selection of standard spirits, sparkling, red and white wines, light and heavy beers and soft drinks
Reserved tables with waiter service
Private betting facilities and access to bookmaker
Racecourse admission, racebook and Melbourne Cup Carnival souvenir pen
General Admission Package
Hotel in Melbourne
Access to all general public areas including the Front Lawn, Hill Square, The Hill Stand Level 1, the Betting Ring, Saintly Place and The Park.
Greg Dunning
Canada
Trip of a Lifetime that exceeded my expectations I have just completed a 2 week, 5 city, 6 game tour of the Euro 2024 in Germany. World of Discoveries discussed my idea and goals of this trip in advance with me and developed an end-to-end vacation for me that was a trip of a lifetime! All I had to do was get to Germany. After that I simply followed the provided detailed itinerary. The pre-booked hotels were well-chosen, the intercity trains worked perfectly, and the game tickets that World of Discovery procured for me were absolutely spectacular. There is no way that I could have acquired these tickets on my own, especially coming from North America. German citizens were only able to acquire tickets to these games via a lottery. We met people who simply could not get tickets and we met others who maybe had one in their home city. We went to 6 games of the teams we were interested in and World of Discoveries basically put us next to the pitch for every game. Better than I ever expected. There were no surprises. Once a train we were expected to take was cancelled by Deutche Bahn. WOD, a day in advance, alerted me to this fact, before I even knew, and provided me with new tickets and a revised itinerary. Gulina, Sofia, and Alex all had a role in making my trip an amazing experience. If I had any concerns about ticket delivery they responded instantly, every time. I will turn to this company every time I have a trip of serious magnitude, especially one that requires country specific knowledge, internal contacts, and complex travel.
Michael Morcos
Australia
Qatar World Cup experience was awesome, I travelled in 2018 with Varya and the team with my dad, this time around took my cousin and both times the team went above and beyond expectations. Thank you to the World of Discoveries team. Looking forward to USA, Mexico, Canada or even potentially Asian Cup in Qatar.
Lucas Müller
Germany
I traveled to the Australian Open with WofDi and was thoroughly impressed with the organization of my tour. The team at WofDi are true professionals who know their business inside and out. Any question or issue I had was addressed swiftly, showcasing their commitment to excellent customer service. They ensured that aside from the tennis, everything else was taken care of, allowing me to focus solely on enjoying the event. I’m grateful for such a hassle-free experience and will definitely be traveling with WofDi again!
Joice
Australia
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Juan Torres & Family
Mexico
World Cup experience (A+) It is great when companies do exactly what you paid for. Host Anna, was amazing at answering all questions and posting in the WhatsApp groups the timings and what to expect in each of the stages of the trip. Seats could have been a little better but we were told that it was a Fifa decision.
Ian C
Australia
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