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 - Accor Stadium, Sydney
Game 2 - Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne
Game 3 - Suncorp Stadium, 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.
Game 3 - Brisbane
Brisbane
7 - 9 July 2026
Witness Australia’s greatest sporting rivalry on Wednesday 8th July at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, for the final, potentially deciding, game of the 2026 Ampol State of Origin Series.
The atmosphere at Suncorp Stadium for State of Origin is unreal, regardless of who you back. Make sure you're there to support your team, with a Boys Trip travel package, which we can tailor to suit your requirements.
Real Rivalry.
Ampol State of Origin.
Our packages to the 2026 Ampol State of Origin Game III in Brisbane include;
- Return Air New Zealand ‘The Works’ airfares departing AKL/WLG/CHC to Brisbane on Tuesday 7th July, returning on Thursday 9th July
- Return airport to accommodation transfers
- 2 night’s accommodation at the 4-Star Sebel Brisbane Hotel
- Silver match tickets to State of Origin Game 3 at Suncorp Stadium (upgrades available)
- Free public transport to and from Suncorp Stadium
- Cover More Travel Insurance
Plus there is the option to upgrade to Gold, Sideline or Diamond tickets or staying a few extra nights in Brisbane or the Gold Coast. You name it and we can sort it!
For this package you are looking at $2,340 per person, based on two people, ex-CHC and sharing a Studio Room. Prices can vary depending on numbers, departure city and optional extras, as always you can personalise this package to suit.
Optional Extras
Upgrade your match tickets
Our package includes Silver match tickets, but if you would like a better view, opt to upgrade to Gold, Sideline or Diamond match tickets.
Gold match tickets - Extra $115 per person
Sideline match tickets – Extra $240 per person
Diamond match tickets - Extra $330 per person
Stay an extra night or two in Brisbane
If you would like to extend your stay in Brisbane, or maybe head down to the Gold Coast for a night or two, we can arrange this in your package.
Starting from an extra $160 per person, per night
What You Need To Know
Flights
While our package pricing is for flights departing from AKL/WLG/CHC and flying direct to Brisbane, we can add on regional connecting flights, if required. Our package includes Air New Zealand ‘The Works’ airfares, which includes 7kg of carry-on baggage, 23kg checked in luggage per person, a meal, beverages and in-flight entertainment. Premium Economy or Business Class upgrade options are available if flying ex-Auckland.
Accommodation
We prefer to use the 4-Star Sebel Brisbane Hotel, they offer apartment style accommodation right in the heart of Brisbane. The hotel features onsite restaurant & bar, 24-hour front desk, room service, sauna, gym and heated lap pool. The hotel is a 25-30 minute walk (or short bus ride) to Suncorp Stadium. Take your choice from;
- Studio Room (King bed or two single beds)
- 2-Bedroom Apartment (two King beds or King bed & two single beds)
Tickets
Our packages include Silver match tickets to the 2026 Ampol State of Origin at Suncorp Stadium, although there is the option to upgrade to Gold, Sideline or Diamond tickets.
Transfers
Included in the package are transfers from Brisbane International Airport to the Sebel Brisbane Hotel and from the hotel back to Brisbane Airport. Free public transport to and from Suncorp Stadium is also included, just by showing your match ticket.
Insurance
We include Cover More “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