Tour Itinerary

🇮🇪 Ireland's Pool D Fixtures (CONFIRMED)

Pool D also includes Scotland, Uruguay and Portugal. Top two teams (and potentially best 3rd place) qualify for Round of 16. All kick-off times shown are local to each venue.

Tournament Dates

Official Rugby World Cup 2027 window: 1 October – 13 November 2027

Our pool stage tour covers all three Ireland group matches across 18 days (1-18 October 2027), following the team from Sydney to Perth to Melbourne.

📅 Day-by-Day Itinerary - Pool Stage Tour

This is a sample itinerary covering all three Ireland pool matches. Final dates and arrangements subject to confirmation based on exact flight schedules.

• ✈️ Friday October 1: Arrive Sydney Day 1
  Arrive in Sydney and transfer to your accommodation. Welcome briefing with tour guides. Evening at leisure to recover from travel and settle in.
• 🌴 Saturday October 2: Rest Day - Sydney Day 2
  Free day to explore Sydney. Optional activities include the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach, or a harbour cruise. Team meeting and welcome dinner in the evening.
  Optional Activities:

  • Sydney Opera House & Harbour Bridge
  • Bondi Beach & coastal walk
  • Sydney Harbour cruise
• 🌴 Sunday October 3: Pre-Match Day - Sydney Day 3
  Morning at leisure. Afternoon pre-match gathering and team briefing. Evening free for final preparations before Ireland's opening Pool D match.
  Optional Activities:

  • The Rocks & Circular Quay
  • Taronga Zoo
  • Darling Harbour
• ⚽ Monday October 4: Match Day 1: Ireland vs Portugal Day 4
  🇮🇪 IRELAND VS PORTUGAL 🇵🇹 at Sydney Football Stadium, Sydney (17:15 local time). Pre-match gathering, attend the match with fellow Ireland supporters, post-match celebrations.
• 🌴 Tuesday October 5: Recovery Day - Sydney Day 5
  Morning at leisure. Optional activities available. Evening group dinner to discuss the match and prepare for travel to Perth.
  Optional Activities:

  • Blue Mountains day trip
  • Manly ferry & beach
  • Sydney city shopping
• ✈️ Wednesday October 6: Travel Day - Sydney to Perth Day 6
  Transfer to Sydney Airport for domestic flight to Perth (approximately 5 hours, including time zone change). Check into Perth accommodation. Evening at leisure to explore Perth city.
• 🌴 Thursday October 7: Rest Day - Perth Day 7
  Free day to explore Perth and surroundings. Optional activities include visiting Rottnest Island, Kings Park, or the city centre.
  Optional Activities:

  • Rottnest Island (meet the quokkas!)
  • Kings Park and Botanic Garden
  • Perth city exploration
• 🌴 Friday October 8: Rest Day - Perth Day 8
  Another free day in Perth. Explore the Swan Valley wine region, historic Fremantle, or relax at one of Perth's beautiful beaches.
  Optional Activities:

  • Swan Valley wineries
  • Fremantle markets and prison tour
  • Cottesloe or Scarborough beach
• 🌴 Saturday October 9: Pre-Match Day - Perth Day 9
  Morning at leisure. Afternoon pre-match gathering and team briefing. Evening free for final preparations before tomorrow's crucial match against Scotland.
• ⚽ Sunday October 10: Match Day 2: Ireland vs Scotland Day 10
  🇮🇪 IRELAND VS SCOTLAND 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 at Perth Stadium, Perth (17:45 local time). This is the big one! Pre-match festivities, attend the crucial Pool D clash, post-match debrief.
• 🌴 Monday October 11: Recovery Day - Perth Day 11
  Morning recovery and discussion of the result. Optional activities or relaxation before travelling east. Evening group dinner.
  Optional Activities:

  • Elizabeth Quay precinct
  • Beach relaxation
  • Perth city exploration
• ✈️ Tuesday October 12: Travel Day - Perth to Melbourne Day 12
  Transfer to Perth Airport for domestic flight to Melbourne (approximately 4 hours). Check into Melbourne accommodation. Evening at leisure to explore Melbourne.
• 🌴 Wednesday October 13: Rest Day - Melbourne Day 13
  Free day to explore Melbourne. Optional activities include Federation Square, the Royal Botanic Gardens, or a Great Ocean Road day trip.
  Optional Activities:

  • Great Ocean Road tour
  • Federation Square & laneways
  • Melbourne city sights
• 🌴 Thursday October 14: Rest Day - Melbourne Day 14
  Another free day in Melbourne. Visit the Yarra Valley wine region, take an MCG tour, or enjoy the city's renowned cafés and culture.
  Optional Activities:

  • Yarra Valley wine region
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground tour
  • Queen Victoria Market
• 🌴 Friday October 15: Rest Day - Melbourne Day 15
  Free day with optional activities. Take a day trip to Phillip Island, explore the laneways, or relax before match day.
  Optional Activities:

  • Phillip Island penguin parade
  • Laneways & coffee culture
  • St Kilda foreshore
• 🌴 Saturday October 16: Pre-Match Day - Melbourne Day 16
  Morning at leisure. Afternoon team meeting and final preparations for Ireland's crucial third pool match. Pre-match gathering in the evening.
• ⚽ Sunday October 17: Match Day 3: Ireland vs Uruguay Day 17
  🇮🇪 IRELAND VS URUGUAY 🇺🇾 at Docklands Stadium, Melbourne (14:45 local time). Final pool match - crucial for qualification! Pre-match gathering, attend the match, celebration depending on results!
• 🌴 Monday October 18: Recovery & Celebration Day - Melbourne Day 18
  Morning recovery session. Afternoon celebrating (hopefully!) Ireland's progression to the knockout stages. Farewell dinner with the group. Transfer to Melbourne Airport for international departure.

🗓️ Days with No Travel or Games

The following are designated rest/free days with no scheduled travel or matches:

• Day 2-3 (Sat-Sun Oct 2-3) - Rest & pre-match days in Sydney
• Day 5 (Tuesday Oct 5) - Recovery day in Sydney (post-match)
• Day 7-9 (Thu-Sat Oct 7-9) - Three rest days in Perth (pre-match exploration)
• Day 11 (Monday Oct 11) - Recovery day in Perth (post-match)
• Day 13-16 (Wed-Sat Oct 13-16) - Four rest days in Melbourne (exploration and pre-match preparation)
• Day 18 (Monday Oct 18) - Recovery & celebration day in Melbourne

These rest days are perfect for exploring Australia's amazing cities, enjoying optional tours, or simply relaxing before the big matches.

What's Included

• ✅ All 3 Ireland Pool Matches - Attend every group stage game
• ✅ 17 nights accommodation - Quality hotels in Sydney, Perth, and Melbourne
• ✅ Domestic flights - Sydney to Perth to Melbourne
• ✅ Airport transfers - Meet & greet on arrival and departure
• ✅ Expert tour guides - Experienced Irish guides throughout
• ✅ Pre-match gatherings - Group meet-ups before each match
• ✅ Welcome & farewell dinners
• ✅ 24/7 tour support

What's Not Included

• ❌ International flights (Ireland/Europe to Australia) - we can assist with booking
• ❌ Travel insurance - essential and must be arranged separately
• ❌ Meals (except welcome & farewell dinners)
• ❌ Optional activities and tours
• ❌ Personal expenses

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