The View from The Shard + Champagne + FREE River Cruise
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Mestalla Forever Tour
The stadium was first opened in 1923 with a capacity from 17,000 spectators, after the club left its first home at Algiros. The stadium was severely damaged during the Spanish Civil War and then used as a concentration camp for political prisoners. The ground was extensively renovated in the 1960s after the disastrous flood of 1957, reaching its present capacity of 55,000. It has been the seat for several important international matches and is renowned for its steep terracing and for being one of the most intimidating atmospheres in all of Europe in which to play. On this guided tour you’ll visit all the main parts of the stadium, including the Presidential Box and Balcony, the Trophy room, the Press Office, the Home Team Dressing Room, the Players’ Tunnel, the pitch itself the Chapel, the Referee’s Dressing Room and the club shop. This visit to the home of one of Europe’s great clubs is a must for fans of all ages.
1 Day Tour - Loch Lomond National Park & Stirling Castle
Depart Edinburgh 09.15 and travel northwest through the historic area of Linlithgowshire, close to the historic palace. The tragic Mary Queen of Scots was born at Linlithgow palace, and became Queen when she was only 6 days old. According to legend her father James V died of a broken heart when he discovered his wife had given birth to a daughter and not the son he was hoping for! Your route along the Forth Valley is one which has been used for thousands of years by invading armies, it was the northernmost frontier of the Roman empire and was later used by the English King Edward I as he marched proudly towards Stirling (only to be sent homewards to think again!). Nowadays it’s at the centre of one of Scotland’s most important industries with huge oil refineries dominating the area. As you approach Stirling the magnificent castle dominates your view and you make your way up towards the high volcanic rock where it imposes itself upon the surrounding land. Known as the ‘Key to Scotland’, for centuries this was the most important castle in Scotland and the views from the top make it easy to see why. To the north is the 220ft high tower of the National Wallace Monument commemorating Scotland’s great hero William Wallace, played by Mel Gibson in the Oscar-winning movie Braveheart. From the castle you can look down over the scene of Wallace’s greatest triumph, the battle of Stirling Bridge, where he defeated the English army in 1297. To the south is Bannockburn where, in 1314, the great Scottish warrior-king Robert the Bruce defeated the English army of Edward II. The battle was fought for possession of Stirling Castle but eventually led to a far greater prize for Scotland – the restoration of independence. It’s an area alive with history and you stop at the castle to give you time to soak up the history and heritage of this great site. From Stirling you head into the Highlands and an area known as the Trossachs. Known as ‘The Highlands in Miniature’, it marks the point where the Lowlands meet the Highlands and entering this beautifully picturesque area feels like going into a different country. With its shimmering lochs, rugged mountain tops and forest-filled glens it’s easy to forget that this was once thought of as a dangerous frontier fought over by the fiercely territorial Highland clans. You stop here for lunch in the village of Aberfoyle, made popular in Victorian times due to its great location. After lunch you ‘take the high road’ or back-road to Loch Lomond, Scotland’s largest lochs at over 22 miles long, passing Lochs Ard, Chon and Arklet along the way as you travel through the protected lands of Scotland’s first National Park. The route you take was described by the famous Scots comedian Billy Connolly as his favourite road in Scotland, and you can discover why – it’s stunning!! You stop at Inversnaid on the secluded north-east of the loch, making it the perfect place to enjoy a walk along the ‘bonny banks’, up to a viewpoint for a fantastic view of the loch and the mountain it’s named after, Ben Lomond. This tranquil setting was once the home of Scotland’s famous highland folk hero, Rob Roy MacGregor. Made popular by many books and films Rob Roy lived an incredible life as a soldier, businessman, cattle-rustler and outlaw. By spending time on the trails by the loch you will undoubtedly be walking in the footsteps of one of Scotland’s great legends. There is also an alternative option to take a boat cruise around the north of the loch (Summer only) or merely enjoy a drink at the local hotel and sample the views. Leaving Loch Lomond you return to Edinburgh passing Scotland’s only lake – the Lake of Mentieth (although we have around 3000 freshwater lochs!). The legend states that after William Wallace was betrayed by his great friend the Earl of Mentieth and executed in London the name was changed from the Loch of Mentieth to the Lake of Mentieth so that nobody would ever forget the traitorous part the Earl played in his death.
Toledo - Medio Día
A 70 km de Madrid se encuentra Toledo “Ciudad Patrimonio de la Humanidad”, ciudad-museo de gran belleza artística y una de las más antiguas de Europa, denominada “Ciudad de las Tres Culturas”, ya que aquí convivieron cristianos, musulmanes y judíos. Sus edificios abarcan prácticamente todos los períodos de la historia (árabe, gótico, mudéjar, renacentista y barroco). Aquí residió El Greco, gran pintor del siglo XVI, del que en 2014 se cumplió el cuarto centenario de su muerte. Una vez en Toledo comenzarán el tour visitando el exterior de la Catedral, poco después se dirigirán al interior del Sto. Tomé la iglesia con "El entierro del señor de Orgaz", obra maestra de El Greco, luego visitarán el interior de la Sinagoga de Santa María la Blanca y finalmente el interior del increíble monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes. Una vez finalizadas estas visitas, se ofrece una demostración de la famosa técnica del damasceno* (incrustación de metales preciosos en acero), forja de espadas; una vez finalizada la demostración, tendrá tiempo libre para comprar algo si lo desea. El tour finaliza con una visita panorámica de Toledo y una parada en un mirador con impresionantes vistas de la ciudad para tomar las mejores fotografías de Toledo. (*) El damasceno es un antiguo arte artesanal que consiste en la incrustación de metales preciosos en el acero.
Crucero Jungle Queen con Cena + Espectáculo en Tropical Isle
En este tour podrá disfrutar de un fantástico recorrido, con un paisaje increíble navegando a través del rio hasta llegar a la maravillosa Tropical Isle. Importante: Para garantizar que llegue a tiempo a las oficinas de Jungle Queen, le sugerimos que salga con tiempo de su punto de partida, ya que se tiene que tener en cuenta el tráfico, el tiempo para estacionar y el de intercambio de comprobantes para las tarjetas de embarque. Por favor tomase un tiempo para revisar la política de cancelación, *La duración del viaje puede variar en ocasiones debido a las condiciones climáticas y/o el tráfico en las vías fluviales. ¡Los cruceros navegan en los días radiantes pero también en los más lluviosos! Los menores de 16 años deben ir acompañados por un adulto.
Guided Tour of Versailles, Paris City Tour, Seine Cruise, and Eiffel Tower
Menu* (starter+main course+dessert) Vegetable plate ** Chicken breast with normand sauce (cream and mushrooms) French fries or rice Vegetarian course: Vegetarian Tagliatelli Vegan course: Vegetables plate with french fries or rice ** Apple pie ** Drinks non included * Example of menu, subjet to modification
Queenstown Combos- Skydive + Shotover Jet + Helicopter + Rafting
YOU SHOULD BRING: Swim wear Towel Warm clothes during winter periods