2026 State of Origin
The greatest rivalry in rugby league returns in 2026!
Get ready for the Ampol State of Origin Series, where legends are made and pride is everything. This is the ultimate battle between the NSW Westpac Blatchys Blues and the QLD Maroons, fought across three epic games in Australia’s most iconic stadiums.
Game 1 - Sydney
Game 2 - Melbourne
Game 3 - Brisbane
Three Games. Two States. One Winner.
State of Origin delivers unmatched drama and unforgettable moments. Whether you’re cheering for the Blues or backing the Maroons, this is your chance to be part of history with a Boys Trip travel package.
Real Rivalry.
Ampol State of Origin.
Our State of Origin Game 2 (Melbourne) Packages are available now. Our Game 1 (Sydney) and Game 3 (Brisbane) Packages will be available in early 2026.
Game 2 - Melbourne
Melbourne
16 - 18 June 2026
The Ampol State of Origin is back, and there’s no better way to witness the fiercest rivalry in rugby league than with an exclusive Boys Trip travel package. Join us at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground next June as the NSW Westpac Blatchys Blues take on the QLD Maroons in a clash for the ages.
Don’t just watch the rivalry—live it. Book your State of Origin 2026 travel package today and secure your spot at the biggest event in rugby league! Get set to witness an unmatched display of rivalry and unreal footy as the game’s best players square off in the ultimate fight for state pride.
Experience State of Origin 2026 in Melbourne – Your Ultimate Rugby League Getaway!
Our packages to the 2026 Ampol State of Origin Game 2 in Melbourne include;
- Return Air New Zealand 'The Works' airfares departing AKL/WLG/CHC to Melbourne on Tuesday 16 June, returning on Thursday 18 June
- Return airport to accommodation transfers
- 2 night’s accommodation at the 4-Star Mantra on Little Bourke Hotel
- Silver match tickets to State of Origin Game 2 at The MCG (upgrades available)
- Welcome ‘Drinks & Nibbles’ Function on the Tuesday night
- Free public transport to and from The MCG
- Cover More Travel Insurance
Plus there is the option to upgrade to Gold, Try Zone or Diamond match tickets or staying a few extra nights in Melbourne. You name it and we can sort it!
For this package you are looking at $1,950 per person, based on two people, ex-CHC and sharing an Executive Studio. Prices can vary depending on numbers, departure city and optional extras, as always you can personalise this package to suit.
Optional Extras
Stay an extra night or two in Melbourne
It’s not a problem if you would like to extend your stay in Melbourne.
Starting from an extra $195 per person, per night
Upgrade your match tickets
Our package includes Silver match tickets, but if you would like a better view, opt to upgrade to Gold, TryZone or Diamond match tickets.
Gold match tickets – Extra $50 per person
TryZone match tickets – Extra $150 per person
Diamond match tickets - Extra $295 per person
What You Need To Know
Flights
While our package pricing is for flights departing from Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch, let us know if you need regional connections and we can include these in your package. Boys Trip has established an excellent partnership with Air New Zealand and they are our preferred carrier for all our packages. Your package includes Air New Zealand’s ‘The Works’ fares, which include 23kg of checked baggage, 7kg of carry-on luggage, seat requests and in-flight meals and drinks. Premium Economy or Business Class options are also available (ex-Auckland only).
Accommodation
Boys Trip are partners of the Accor Hotel brand and in Melbourne we prefer to use the 4-Star Mantra on Little Bourke Hotel. The hotel is located in downtown Melbourne and features 24 hour reception, gym, sauna, restaurant, bar and room service. You can choose from;
- Executive Studio Room (King bed or two single beds)
- 2-Bedroom Apartment (two King beds or King bed & two single beds or four single beds)
Tickets
Our packages include Silver match tickets to the 2026 State of Origin at The MCG, although there is the option to upgrade to Gold, TryZone or Diamond tickets.
Transfers
Included in the package are transfers from Melbourne International Airport to the Mantra on Little Bourke Hotel and from the hotel back to Melbourne Airport. Free public transport to and from The MCG is also included, just by showing your match ticket.
Insurance
We include CoverMore “Your Cover” Travel Insurance with our packages. If you already have made arrangements for travel insurance, let us know. If you wish to know more about our Cover More Travel Insurance, let us know and we can e-mail you a brochure.
We do have some flexibility with travel dates and package inclusions, so if something doesn’t quite suit you, let us know and we can try to cater the package to suit your personal requirements.
For all bookings we require a 50% deposit to secure your package and the remaining 50% six weeks prior to departure. For bookings within six weeks of departure, full payment would be required to secure this package. For all our terms and conditions, check out http://boys-trip.co.nz/terms.