Limited places on our Amazing Aida Weekend
A once-in-a-generation event is coming to Australia — and we have a small-group opportunity to experience it.
+ Direct from Italy’s Arena di Verona to celebrate its 100th anniversary, Verdi’s Aida is coming to Australia.
+ The entire production of AIDA, under Franco Zeffirelli’s awe-inspiring direction, is being brought to Australia.
+ That’s an international cast of more than 400, and 28 containers of equipment.
+ It will be staged exclusively at Adelaide Oval. in February 2026.
+ And Holidays of Australia, our friends-and-partners in Adelaide, have managed to secure 28 A Reserve tickets.
+ With them, we’ve put together our Amazing Aida Weekend.
THE OPERA
This world first will see Verona’s principal performers, orchestra, chorus, ballet and 28 containers of scenery, props and costumes brought to Adelaide..
For Franco Zeffirelli brings cinematic brilliance and larger-than-life staging to his interpretation of Verdi’s beloved masterpiece.
A spokesperson for the event explains: “Towering, meticulously crafted sets recreate the grandeur of ancient Egypt.
“Opulent costumes and sweeping ensemble scenes conjure a world of royal courts, sacred temples, and battlefield glory with astonishing detail.
“The stage and scenery at Adelaide Oval will span across 100m of interactive stage architecture, designed to immerse and captivate audiences — an all-encompassing spectacle.”
Aida will be staged in unprecedented scale. The international cast will number more than 400, and there will be 300 local crew.
A 100-piece orchestra will be brought to Adelaide.
There will be 150 singers in the chorus, to deliver Verdi’s powerful score.
The spokesperson says: “This monumental production brings together what is widely considered the most stellar operatic cast ever assembled for an Australian stage, led by a star-studded vocal lineup.”
THE OPPORTUNITY
our Amazing Aida Weekend
We have just 28 A Class Reserve tickets for the performance on Friday February 6, 2025.
With direct flights, a welcome dinner, two nights at the Hilton Adelaide, breakfasts, the once-in-a-generation Aida experience and all transfers, our Amazing Aida Weekend package will be sold strictly on a “first come, first served” basis.
A paid deposit will secure the package.
Itinerary
Thursday February 5, 2026
+ Economy flight from Perth to Adelaide, departing 9.15am and arriving 2.35pm (local time).
+ Transfer from airport to Hilton Adelaide.
+ Three course welcome dinner.
+ Overnight accommodation at Hilton Adelaide, including breakfast.
Friday February 6, 2026
+ Time in the morning to explore Adelaide.
+ Transfer from the Hilton Adelaide to Adelaide Oval.
+ A Reserve ticket to the Aida Opera.
+ After the show, transfer from Adelaide Oval to Hilton Adelaide.
+ Overnight accommodation at Hilton Adelaide, including breakfast.
Saturday February 7, 2026
+ After breakfast, transfer from Hilton Adelaide to Adelaide Airport.
+ Economy flight from Adelaide to Perth, departing 11.40am and arriving 12.25pm.
Prices
$2799 per person, twin share.
$3139 per person, single occupancy.
Flights, transfers, accommodation, two breakfasts, welcome meal, and attending the Aida Opera.
Booking
Call 1300 854 897 to secure your places.
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