This is the text for the Frequently Asked Questions that applies to this specific tour.
(Q) Do tours run all year round?
(A) Yes, from November to March we will run tours on a reduced schedule at 11am from Thursdays to Mondays, inclusive. Please see the tour page for full details.
(Q) Where is the meeting point for the tour?
(A) Directly outside Queensway tube station, which is on the central line (the red line cutting across the map from east to west). 15 minutes before the start of the tour, one of our guides will be standing by the red phone boxes holding a Fat Tyre sign.
(Q) Is the tour difficult?
(A) No. Most of the time is spent on bike lanes within the Royal Parks. There is a bit of road riding and a few crossings so a basic level of cycling proficiency is required.
(Q) What happens if it rains?
(A) We run tours rain or shine and have plenty of rain ponchos. We find tours in the rain to be a different kind of fun and an even more fun memory! If you have a reservation and the weather is really bad, you are welcome to reschedule the tour for any other day for up to year.
(Q) Do we stop for lunch?
(A) Yes. We usually stop near Trafalgar Square where there are plenty of options for lunch including to join your guide at a traditional English pub. Otherwise, we may stop in St James park next to a cafe.
(Q) Where does the tour end?
(A) Both tours finish at the same place they start.
(Q) Do we go inside the sites?
(A) No, the bike tours are an overview of the sites and more about getting a feel for the city. However, on private tours you can arrange to take extra time at the sites if you'd like to go inside.
(Q) Will we be able to take photos?
(A) Yes. There will be a chance to take many photos at the designated stops.
(Q)Is there a space to store bags or luggage?
(A)Yes. You are welcome to leave bags, luggage or unwanted family members in our garages. Someone is usually in the office and it will be locked up if they have to leave. While we have never had a single case of theft or loss of items, you do leave them at your own risk.
(Q) Do you provide the bikes?
(A) Absolutely.
(Q) Can I supply my own bike?
(A) You are welcome to bring your own bicycle. Our insurance only covers the theft of our own bicycles, so please do bring your own lock for the lunch stop.
(Q) Can an adult ride on the tandem?
(A) No. Our tandems are known as tag-alongs which attach to adult bikes and are designed for children up to about the age of five years old..
(Q) Are helmets provided?
(A) Yes. You are not compelled by law to wear helmets in the UK, but we have more than enough for everyone so the choice is entirely yours.
The Royal Delfín has been operating since the year 2000 in Tenerife and has specifically been built for cruises to the Whales and Dolphins. The Royal Delfín has a licence to carry 200 clients. Fabulous Luxury Cruise Aboard the Royal Delfín you have the opportunity to enjoy a fabulous 4 1/2 hour cruise to the Cliffs of Los Gigantes and the Masca bay the Royal way.
On board you will enjoy the space and comfort, sunbathing, observing the whales and the fantastic views. You can also relax in the shade of the elegant bar with a cool drink. They serve a nice complimentary buffet lunch and drinks by the cliffs. There will be plenty of time for a swim in the clear waters by the tall cliffs. Don't forget your swimming costume and cameras!
The Royal Delfín is ideal for everyone as you will have plenty of room to roam around the boat, whether you want to sunbathe or sit inside where there is air conditioning.
A spacious modern boat with attentive staff who will look after you on this wonderful 4.5 hour trip where you will hopefully get to see beautiful mammals, enjoy a smooth sail in glorious weather, take a refreshing dip in the ocean, enjoy good food and drink and enhance your suntan, all in one trip! A superb trip for all of the family.
Including on-board service:
- Snack on arrival at the boat.
- Drinks: beer, soft drinks, sangria and water included during the journey.
- Type of Food: Buffet with rice and peas and sweet corn, chicken meatballs in tomatoe sauce, bread and banana.
- Special menu for vegetarian people.
- Funny bath in the crystal water of our coasts and under the waterfall of our boat.
- Specialized guides on board.
- Panoramic windows with submarine vision.
- Live submarine TV.
Don't forget to bring with you bathing suit, cap, sun cream and suitable shoes!
Comfortable shoes are recommended.
Free tickets for disabled visitors and for accompanying persons may not be booked online. The free tickets are issued at the "Special Permits" desk or "Reception", situated in the entrance hall to the Vatican Museums.
Entrance into the Vatican is subject to a strict dress code. Shoulders and knees must be covered. No low-cut or sleeveless tops or shorts will be not permitted for men and women. Clients that do not adhere to the dress code will not be permitted to enter the Vatican. The local tour provider cannot be held responsible for entry denied due to improper dress.
Large handbags, haversacks etc. are not permitted inside the museum. Wardrobe services are available inside the Vatican Museums
How to redeem your voucher:
You can redeem your voucher on board of the Open Bus or City Sightseeing Visitor Center before 15:00
A Magritte, a van Gogh and a Goya walk into a gallery…
If Rossini made a showreel of his best work, it would sound like Il Viaggio a Reims (The Journey to Reims). The prolific composer was unabashedly showing off when he wrote this incredible work, destined to dazzle the aristocracy at the crowning of Charles X and then disappear forever. The simple plot is a marvellous excuse for a string of fantastic arias and impressive ensemble pieces.
Because it’s so demanding and expensive to stage, it’s never been seen in Australia before. But in 2019, Rossini’s exultant opera finally makes its Australian premiere, a spectacular vehicle for some of your favourite performers.
In Damiano Michieletto’s playful take, the eccentric cast of characters find themselves in a gallery filled with the master works of art history. Velázquez’s enormous dresses jostle for space with Keith Haring’s cheerful murals. Frida Kahlo and van Gogh compare self-portraits. It’s a surreal world, where artworks step out of the frame and come to life the moment the lights go out.
Delightful, surprising, spectacular and frivolous, this co-production with Dutch National Opera and the Royal Danish Theatre is a perfect foil for Rossini’s jubilant score.
Gaze at the world’s most famous art through the magnificent (and thoroughly tongue-in-cheek) sets and costumes. Paolo Fantin and Carla Teti have recreated iconic works with remarkable fidelity.
Young Australian conductor Daniel Smith makes his long-awaited debut with Opera Australia, bringing his characteristic sparkle in the pit to a huge cast of talents.
Sung in Italian with English subtitles.
Home to over 10,000 aquatic animals, including one of the world’s largest Saltwater Crocodiles residing in the state-of-the-art Croc Lair exhibit, SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium takes you on an interactive adventure from the depths of the ocean to the icy waters of Antarctica.
The stunning new Croc Lair Exhibit (opening Sept 21, 2013) is just one of the 12 new zones of discovery at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium, where you can marvel at the world’s only display of Elephant Sharks in Bay of Rays, be mesmerised as you experience a rainbow of colours at Seahorse Pier and explore a world unlike any other and marvel at the majestic King and cheeky Gentoo penguins in Penguin Playground.
With interactive animal encounters, iconic state-of-the-art displays, animal feeds and diver presentations, SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium is an excellent, educational and completely engaging experience.
All aboard, where fun is mandatory and the laughs plenty. We sail throught the river, under bridges, next to the fish and to land on our very own, tropical isle.
Special Notes: To ensure you get on the cruise in time, we suggest allowing additional time for traffic, parking, purchasing tickets or exchanging your ticket vouchers for boarding passes and boarding. Please take time to review our cancellation policy.
*Length of tour may on occasion vary due to weather conditions, and / or traffic on waterways
Cruises Sail Rain or Shine!
