The Breeders' Cup

Join us for two days of spectacular racing at Santa Anita for the 2013 Breeders’ Cup! The Breeders’ Cup World Championships, Thoroughbred racing’s most prestigious global event, annually attracts the best horses from around the world. It is the richest prize-money event in sports, consisting of 15 races and purses totalling $26 million.

Price

5 Nights Hilton Pasadena £2,250 Per Person
5 Nights The Westin £2,390 Per Person
Breeders' Cup & Las Vegas - Hilton Pasadena (5nts) & Bellagio (4nts) £2,750 per person
Breeders' Cup & Las Vegas - The Westin (5nts) & Bellagio (4nts) £2,890 per person

Itinerary

Tuesday 29 October
Depart: London Heathrow Flight BA 269 15.00 hrs
Arrive: Los Angeles 19.05 hrs
On arrival you will be met by our representative and transferred to your chosen hotel where accommodation has been reserved for you for five nights on a room only basis.

Wednesday 30 October
Day to relax and acclimatise.

Thursday 31 October
Optional early morning visit to “Clockers’ Corner”. Day at leisure or optional racing. “Eve of Breeders’ Cup” Cocktail reception.

Friday 01 November
Racing at Santa Anita for the 2013 Breeders’ Cup.

Saturday 02 November
Racing at Santa Anita for the 2013 Breeders’ Cup.

Sunday 03 November
Day at leisure until an afternoon transfer to the airport for your homeward flight.

Depart: Los Angeles Flight BA 282 16.25 hrs

Monday 04 November
Arrive: London Heathrow 10.40 hrs

Flight Upgrades:
World Traveller Plus from £435
Club Class from £2,900

BREEDERS’ CUP & LAS VEGAS
For those who would like to combine the Breeders’ Cup with a short visit to Las Vegas, we can offer 4 nights on a room only basis at the famous Hotel Bellagio in Las Vegas.
Single room supplement for the tour £770
(5 nights in Los Angeles and 4 nights in Las Vegas)
Flight Upgrades, subject to availability:
World Traveller Plus from £435
Club Class from £3,165

Accommodation

Hilton Pasadena


The Hilton Pasadena is only a short walk from historic Old Pasadena and close to numerous shops and restaurants. The 296 guest rooms offer views of the San Gabriel Mountains or Old Pasadena and each room is elegantly furnished and offers state-ofthe-art technology. The hotel also features a fitness centre, Jacuzzi and heated outdoor swimming pool.
Accommodation is on a room only basis
Single room supplement £90 per night
(Please note that under California State Law all hotels are non-smoking)

The Westin Pasadena


The Westin is located close to the centre of Old Pasadena with its numerous shops and restaurants. The hotel has been refurbished recently and its 345 rooms are fully equipped to an excellent standard. The hotel has a restaurant and bar, a fitness centre, and a heated outdoor swimming pool and sundeck located on the fourth floor and affording superb views of the surrounding area.

Accommodation is on a room only basis
Single room supplement £110.00 per night

The Bellagio


This beautiful Italian renaissance style 5* property is an oasis of sheer elegance with state of the art comfort throughout.  The Bellagio nestles alongside a magnificent lake adorned with spectacular fountains and surrounded by lush gardens.  The fountains are enhanced at night by colour, light & classical music.  The hotel offers a grand Casino, elegant shopping promenade, fine dining establishments and a theatre reminiscent of the Paris Opera House.   Each guest room is elegantly appointed with European style furnishings, art & antiquities yet complemented with every modern day convenience; satellite T.V., stereo, room safe, telephone and en-suite marble bathroom.

Accommodation is on a room only basis
Single room supplement:  £80.00 per night

Tour Highlights

THE RACES
Friday 01 November - the following races will be run: $2 million Filly & Mare Turf, $2 million Juvenile Fillies, $2 million Ladies’ Classic, $1 million Juvenile Fillies Turf, $1/2 million Dirt Marathon.

Saturday 02 November - the most prestigious day of the Championship - the following races will be run: $5 million Classic, $3 million Turf, $2 million Juvenile, $2 million Mile, $1 million Filly & Mare Sprint, $1 1/2 million Sprint, $1 million Dirt Mile, $1 million Juvenile Turf and $1 million Turf Sprint.

Additional Info

TAILORMADE TOUR EXTENSIONS
The featured Breeders' Cup tours to Los Angeles and Las Vegas are fully escorted and have our Horse Racing Abroad representatives on site. If you wish to extend your visit to the USA before or after The Breeders’ Cup we would be delighted to assist with your arrangements. Maybe go shopping in New York, visit the vineyards of California or enjoy the sunshine of Florida, Mexico or the Caribbean. Please contact our reservations department for further details.

Price Includes

• CLUB HOUSE LOGE SEATS & SIRONAS PRIVATE DINING FACILITY:
Club House Loge seats (adjacent to the auxiliary press box) and Club House admission, together with Sirona's Private Dining Facility, are included in the price of the tour for both days. Sirona’s is situated in the main grandstand overlooking the paddock and the reserved tables are available for the whole day, on each day. Coffee is served on arrival and is followed by a buffet luncheon. Sirona's provides a cash bar and private tote betting facilities..
• Return scheduled flights by British Airways Boeing 747
• 5 nights room only accommodation based on twin/double occupancy at the Hilton Pasadena or The Westin
• Transfers throughout by air-conditioned coaches
• Club House Loge seats at Santa Anita for Breeders’ Cup Days
• Assistance of our representatives throughout
• Airport Passenger Duty & Taxes

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