The Melbourne Cricket Club and Events Travel invite members and partners to join an unforgettable journey to The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush, Northern Ireland, in 2025.
From 15 July to 7 August 2025 (20 nights), experience golf’s oldest major, hosted for only the third time outside mainland Great Britain, at the stunning Royal Portrush on the Causeway Coast. Stay in downtown Belfast during Open Week to witness the world’s best golfers compete for the elusive Claret Jug. While in Belfast, explore the city’s rich history and must-see attractions, including the famous Titanic Belfast museum. Enjoy a Saturday evening function with fellow attendees, daily breakfast, and sightseeing opportunities, including options for those not wanting to attend the golf.
After The Open, the tour continues across the Emerald Isle, visiting the Wild Atlantic Way, Galway, Killarney, Cork, and Dublin. Discover ancient history, stunning landscapes, and Ireland’s unique culture, with fine food, wine, and warm hospitality. The journey concludes in London, with a stay in prestigious Mayfair, sightseeing, and a tour of Lord’s Cricket Ground.
As Australia’s exclusive Authorised Provider for The Open, all guests enjoy guaranteed access to official tickets and hospitality.
“This is a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in Irish culture and witness golfing legends make history,” said Glenn Hedley, Director of Events Travel. “With over 30 years of expertise, Events Travel and the MCC are excited to offer this once-in-a-lifetime travel experience and we look forward to personally welcoming new and familiar members to Belfast in 2025. We are proud to continue our partnership with the MCC, offering exclusive sporting tours to members since 2001”.Â
This exclusive small group tour is available only to MCC Members and their partners and will not be repeated.
To learn more, speak with our team to ask questions, request a quote, or secure your place on this unique and unforgettable MCC Members’ Tour to The Open 2025.
LIMITED PLACES
| HOTEL | ROOM TYPE | DOUBLE | TWIN | SINGLE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europa Hotel Belfast Washington Hotel Mayfair |
Classic (18 sqm) Classic (20 sqm) |
$15,698 | N/A | $20,998 |
| Upgrades for Europa Hotel Belfast (5 nights) | Superior (19 sqm) | +$441 | +$441 | +$882 |
| Executive (36 sqm) | +$471 | +$471 | +$941 | |
| Upgrades for Washington Hotel Mayfair (3 nights) | Superior (33 sqm) | +$127 | +$127 | +$254 |
| Deluxe (35 sqm) | +$254 | +$254 | +$598 |
All packages include official Open Championship 2025 General Admission Tickets:
Upgrade these to a hospitality package on Thursday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday. See upgrade options below for this tour.
LOW AVAILABILITY
| ITEM | DAY | DATE | UPGRADE PRICE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scorers Hospitality
LOW AVAILABILITY |
Thursday | 17 July 2025 | ÂŁ530 |
| Friday | 18 July 2025 | ÂŁ550 | |
| Saturday 8 LEFT | 19 July 2025 | ÂŁ540 | |
| Sunday 9 LEFT | 20 July 2025 | ÂŁ590 | |
| Caddies Hospitality
LOW AVAILABILITY |
Thursday 6 LEFT | 17 July 2025 | ÂŁ980 |
| Friday 6 LEFT | 18 July 2025 | ÂŁ1,030 | |
| Saturday 4 LEFT | 19 July 2025 | ÂŁ1,020 | |
| Sunday 6 LEFT | 20 July 2025 | ÂŁ1,070 |
Show details - Scorers Hospitality
Hearty classics served up in a stylish and relaxed environment
Situated in the heart of the golf course, Scorers provides a comfortable base with easy access for you and your guests to watch the world’s best players tackle this deceptively difficult links course.
The bistro-style fare guarantees a lively atmosphere, making it the perfect setting for businesses looking to entertain guests in a relaxed, spacious environment or for golf fans looking to enhance their day.
Show details - Caddies Hospitality
Premium grazing in the heart of the action
With its informal style and relaxed atmosphere, Caddies is the perfect base for your day at The Open, whilst still offering a host of premium benefits.
Located on the lower level, the private balcony offers prime views of the 1st hole, where you can catch the best players as they tackle this challenging hole.
Our talented and creative chefs have designed a delicious grazing buffet filled with tasty bites, offering you and your guests the flexibility to come and go as you please, whether you’re taking in all the action from the balcony or out on the course.
Plus, with over ten hours of world-class golf and premium hospitality, Caddies is the perfect place to entertain clients or spend time with friends and family away from the hustle and bustle of the crowds. Trust us, you won’t want to miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience.
Not attending The Open
For members not wishing to attend The Open as part of the MCC Member’s Tour, or wanting to reduce the number of days attending, we can remove tickets with a price reduction of ticket face value, so you can explore the sights in and around Belfast instead on those spare days.
Play golf options
The main MCC Member’s Tour is not a play golf tour, however if you are interested in playing golf prior to The Open and/or during Open Week, there are options available to break off from the main tour and rejoin after The Open on Monday 21 July before the tour continues around Northern Ireland and Ireland. These play golf options are provided by our sister company, Voyages.Golf, to be booked through Events Travel as an option to the main tour. Contact us to see these options.
The MCC Member’s Tour includes:
Return Events Travel Group Flights from Melbourne to Dublin and return from London to Melbourne with meet and greet on arrival and airport transfers:
Economy Class with 1 x 23kg checked luggage per person.
Additionally there is an internal flight Dublin to London with British Airways on Sat, 2 Aug 2025.
Please note: Airfare taxes are not included in the package price and are to be determined at time of balance payment/flight ticketing. Airfare taxes are variable due to currency fluctuations, fuel prices and surcharges. An estimate is available on request.
Remove flights
Deduct -$2,600 per person from the tour price.
You can then book your own flights directly or use Frequent Flyer Points.
Change or upgrade your flights
Upgrade to Premium Economy or Business Class on request, subject to availability. Or change your return flight to allow for more travel throughout the UK or Europe, or stop-overs in Dubai, Doha, Singapore or other destinations.
Add extra travel services to any listed package or tour.
Design your own customised package with our expert team. Available for individuals, groups and corporate.
Request a quote or recommendations today.
| SERVICE | WHAT WE OFFER |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | - Extra nights and room upgrades at featured event hotels. - Extra nights and other accommodation pre/post or during major events. - 4-star and 5-star hotels. - Apartments and retreats. - Plus specials and benefits with partner properties. |
| Flights | - Domestic and international flights. - Premium carriers. - All classes bookable (Economy, Premium, Business and First Class). - Flights ticketed in-house as an IATA Travel Company. - Itinerary managed start to finish including schedule changes and seat selection. |
| Transport | - Car rental (pre-book or pay on pick-up). - Airport transfers. - Coach transfers for groups, including guides and tour managers. - Rail tickets. - Other transport journeys. |
| Travel insurance | - Tailored policies issued with Cover-More and Go Insurance. - Available for Australian residents or international visitors travelling to Australia. - 10% discount applies to all annual policies. |
| Sightseeing and small group tours | - Tickets to attractions - Sightseeing experiences - Cruises and small group tours or expeditions offered by our Preferred Partners. Book a cruise or small group tour as part of your event package or tour and receive a discount on the cruise or small group tour. |
| Major events | - Combine two or more major event packages or tours within the same booking and receive a discount from all packages or tours booked offered on a case-by-case basis |
| Group travel | - Customised itineraries for groups of all sizes (from small private groups to large groups of 100+ passengers) - Dedicated groups specialist/account manager - Group flights - Luxury coaches - Local guides - Experienced Tour Managers - Local sightseeing experiences - Event tickets and hospitality - Functions and other events - Merchandise and white label elements - Other items to ensure your group trip is a smash hit |
The default currency for this product is AUD ($).
A deposit of 30% is due to confirm your booking, plus any ticket upgrades and extras*.
A stage payment of 20% is due by 30 November 2024.
The balance of 50% is due by 30 April 2025**.
Payment instructions for direct transfers (EFT) and credit card payment links will be provided within your invoice on booking.
How to pay in other currencies and fees
Invoices can be paid in AUD, USD, GBP, EUR or NZD. If you elect to pay your invoice in a different currency to the event default currency, your invoice will be converted at the best available daily mid-market rate.
Payments via direct transfer (EFT) incur no additional fees (including no SWIFT fees or additional bank fees).
Payments using Visa or Mastercard incur a 1.7% merchant fee. Payments using American Express incur a 1.98% merchant fee.
Payments via direct transfer (EFT) incur no additional fees (including no SWIFT fees or additional bank fees).
Payments using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Google Pay or Apple Pay incur a 1.98% merchant fee.
Events Travel cannot be held liable for, or incur any costs associated with, fees charged by your bank or credit card issuer when making payments.
Call our team on +613 5989 7666 or email res@events.com.au — we're ready!
Get in touch for room upgrades, extra nights and other options.
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A world-renowned historic hotel located in the heart of Belfast, this iconic destination has welcomed numerous famous personalities over the decades. Known as the world's most bombed hotel, it offers guests not only a central location from which to explore Belfast on foot but also boasts a popular piano bar lounge, elegant décor, and more, ensuring a memorable stay.
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Located within Derry's historic walls, the Maldron offers luxurious accommodation with free Wi-Fi, work desks and modern amenities. Some rooms even offer views of the River Foyle and the 400-year-old city walls.
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Located just 10 minutes' walk from historic Donegal Town, Mill Park offers free Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, onsite restaurant and spacious rooms. The Donegal Waterbus is a 5 minute walk away and includes seal spotting.
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Clayton Hotel Sligo is a leisure property that offers guests a wide-range of amenities including swimming pool, leisure centre, Essence Spa, onsite restaurant, expansive grounds and more, all overlooking Benbulben Mountain on the Atlantic Coast.
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In the heart of Galway, the Clayton Hotel is modern with genuine Irish warmth. With a prime location overlooking Lough Atalia, this hotel offers breathtaking views and easy access to Galway's vibrant city centre. The stylish rooms provide a perfect blend of comfort and modern design, ensuring a comfortable stay. Guests will enjoy dining at the Tribes Restaurant, where a diverse menu showcases locally sourced ingredients. The welcoming atmosphere extends to the Enclosure Bar & Bistro, providing a cozy space for socialising.
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Hotel Killarney offers recently renovated rooms and upgraded facilities (January 2024), lending a touch of luxury to spacious and comfortable rooms. Plus there's an onsite restaurant, leisure centre and other facilities.
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Overlooking the River Lee, Maldron Hotel South Mall is in the beating heart of the city, offering guests convenient and comfortable accommodation. Rooms here are modern, air-conditioned and well equipped, while the onsite Grain & Grill Bar & Restaurant serves signature dishes with a local twist.
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Iveagh Garden Hotel is a boutique gem in Dublin, blending luxury with sustainability. Set adjacent to the stunning Iveagh Gardens, this eco-friendly retreat boasts stylish rooms adorned with botanical-inspired decor. Immerse yourself in comfort while knowing the hotel's commitment to environmentally conscious practices. Enjoy exquisite dining at Elle's Bar & Bistro, where a culinary journey unfolds amidst a lush, garden-inspired setting. With a prime location near St. Stephen's Green and Grafton Street, the Iveagh Garden Hotel offers a tranquil escape with easy access to Dublin's vibrant city life.
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In the heart of London's Mayfair, the Washington is a great value 4-star with history back to 1913, combining original Art Deco style with modern facilities including free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Onsite there is a concierge, state-of-the-art gym, restaurant and more. But it's all about location, the Washington is 5 minutes walk from Green Park Station, Hyde Park, Oxford Street and many of London's top attractions.
Yes, tickets are included. As Australia’s exclusive Authorised Provider for The Open Championship, all guests on the MCC Member’s Tour have full access to tickets for all days of the tournament and do not need to enter the ticket ballot to purchase tickets as they are guaranteed through Events Travel. This also includes practice days, if arriving early, to be sold at face value in GBP or AUD.
Yes, MCC Members and partners are welcome to join the tour, partners do not have to be a member of any type.
Yes, you are welcome to book your own flights to start/finish this MCC Member’s Tour and a price reduction of -$2,600 per person will apply.
Yes you can. We can adjust the included group flights on the return leg only, allowing you to extend your stay in Europe or do a stop-over on the way home. You will be quoted a fare/tax difference to change your return flight. Note you cannot change the outbound flight from Australia and then get the return group flight, you can only change the return leg. You can remove the flights (-$2,600 pp) and book new flights or use Frequent Flyer Points if you want to depart earlier.
Upgrade to Premium Economy or Business Class on request, subject to availability. Or change your return flight to allow for more travel throughout the UK or Europe, or stop-overs in Dubai, Doha, Singapore or other destinations.
Yes, tickets can be removed for any guest and a price reduction of ticket face value would apply in AUD.
Most grandstands at The Open are unreserved, meaning anyone with a General Admission Ticket can sit in any grandstand except for a select few available to One Club Members and to specific hospitality suites. Generally the unreserved grandstands have decent turnover as patrons come and go throughout the day.
Yes, we have upgrades to Scorers Hospitality and Caddies Hospitality for each day of the tournament in limited numbers, please see details and prices above.
This is not a play golf tour, it’s a spectators tour for golf enthusiasts and travellers wanting to explore Northern Ireland, Ireland and London with a small group of MCC Members. While there is a focus on attending The 153rd Open, there are no rounds of golf during the main MCC Member’s Tour. If you do want to play golf, we have options available before or during Open Week, please see more details above for those options or speak to our team. If swapping to a play golf option you will meet the main MCC Member’s Tour on Monday 21 July after The Open finishes, so please keep that in mind and you may be at a different hotel in Belfast.
This tour is available to book now and has limited capacity and will not be repeated.
The main MCC Member’s Tour has one departure starting 16 July in Dublin/Belfast and finishing 5 August in London. If those dates do not meet your needs, speak to our team about alternative options, we may be able to accommodate a later arrival or earlier departure and assist you with managing that. Or we do have other tours and packages to The Open for the general public, not private to the MCC.
We recommend all guests have moderate fitness and are able to walk medium distances unassisted. At The Open the course is hilly, grassy and subject to weather, so please ensure you can comfortably walk around a golf course at minimum. Additionally, attractions, historic cities, towns and villages have narrow paths, steps and uneven surfaces with no hand rails. If you have specific accessibility requirements please speak to our team to ensure we can accommodate.
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