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A chance to visit the mountains and see some remains of its Moorish and Roman existence. Silves (The old Moorish Capital) castle and cathedral. Climb the Monchique Mountains to Foia - the highest point of the Algarve. After lunch you will journey over to the beautiful town of Lagos - indoor slave market (the first in Europe), Saint Anthony’s golden church, fort and old town. Afterwards you continue on to Cape Saint Vincent, the most southwesterly point of Europe, known as “the End of the World”.
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.
Highlights:
Experience London's highest viewing platform standing at 310 metres high - the highest in Western Europe.
Unrivalled 360 degree panoramic views, stretching over 40 miles of London's skyline.
Astonishing 'open-air' skydeck, feel the breeze and hear the subtle sounds of the city below.
Informative digital telescopes taking you through the Capital's past, present and future.
Unlimited dwell time - enjoy the views in your own time!
Remarkable lift speeds of 6 metres per second to reach our views.
Browse London's highest gift boutique for unique souvenirs.
Free multimedia guides featuring 11 different languages.
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Print your voucher and show it at The View from The Shard box office.
Why visit The View from The Shard?
The Shard is an iconic, landmark building on the London skyline, designed by Master Architect Renzo Piano. At a height of 1,016ft (310 m), the tallest building in Western Europe, the Shard redefines London's skyline and will be a dynamic symbol of London, recognisable throughout the world.
The View is situated at the top of The Shard, on floors 68, 69 and 72, and almost twice the height of any other viewing platform in London. Prepare to embark on a multi-sensory journey to 244 m (800ft) above of one of the greatest cities on earth. On arrival at Level 00, you will be drawn into the tapestry of London with glimpses of the city laid out before you. Travelling skyward in two high-speed ‘kaleidoscopic' lifts, you'll swiftly reach Level 68 - a cloudscape above the world.
Then journey to Level 69 where the view is revealed and London opens out before you. Here, in the sky above London, you'll experience an astonishing 360 degree, 64 km (40 mile) view over the city and beyond where the past, present and future of London will be unfurled beneath you, brought to life in multimedia displays.
For the best view in town, ascend to Level 72, at 244 m, the highest public level of The Shard. You'll be exposed to the elements with sounds of the city around you. Looking up, you'll see the shards of glass that form the top of this skyscraper as they disappear upwards into the sky.
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PLEASE NOTE:
Failure to present the voucher at The Shard will result in you being denied entry.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Why not combine your visit to The Shard with other famous attractions and activities in London such as Tower Of London or London Eye
¡Un día espectacular para toda la familia! Puede ver el mapa completo de las rutas en este enlace. Ruta Amarilla La Ruta Amarilla presenta los principales lugares de interés de Londres, como la Torre de Londres, la Catedral de San Pablo, el London Eye y el Marble Arch. Cruzando el río cuatro veces, le garantiza unas vistas espectaculares del impresionante paisaje de Londres a lo largo del Támesis. La Ruta Amarilla T2 dispone de audioguía en 11 idiomas diferentes (inglés, alemán, francés, español, italiano, ruso, japonés, portugués, mandarín, árabe y brasileño) y en la Ruta Amarilla T1 hay guías en directo. El punto de partida principal de esta ruta se encuentra en Coventry Street, Piccadilly Circus, pero podrá abordar el autobús en cualquier parada a lo largo de la ruta. Ruta Azul - The Royal Borough Route La sección sur de la Ruta Azul permanece sin cambios, cubriendo el popular distrito comercial de Kensington con los famosos Harrods y Harvey Nicholls, así como los museos de Kensington incluyendo el Victoria & Albert Museum, el Museo de Ciencias, el Museo de Historia Natural y el recién reubicado Museo del Diseño (apertura el 24 de noviembre de 2016). El Royal Borough de Kensington y Chelsea es el barrio más pequeño de Londres, pero también uno de los más poblados. Apodado 'Albertopolis', la zona contiene algunas de las propiedades residenciales más caras en Londres, junto con un gran número de museos (muchos con entrada gratuita) y las instituciones culturales. Ruta Naranja: The British Museum Tour The British Museum es la atracción más popular de Londres con más de 6 millones de visitantes al año. Dedicado a la historia de la humanidad, el arte y la cultura, el museo ha albergado a más de 8 millones de exposiciones (¡no todas al mismo tiempo!) El Nuevo diseño de la ruta le ofrece fácil acceso desde las estaciones de tren de Kings Cross, St Pancras y Euston. Los clientes que lleguen a estas estaciones podrán llegar fácilmente al centro de Londres para cambiar a la ruta amarilla que cubren todos los lugares de interés de la ciudad. Ruta Verde La ruta verde es útil si quiere cruzar la ciudad rápidamente para ir de un lugar a otro. Funciona cada 20 minutos con el primer autobús que sale de Charing Cross Road (Leicester Square) a las 9:00h y termina a las 14:35h. Ruta Púrpura La ruta purpura es útil si se aloja en hoteles situados en Bayswater, Notting Hill, Holland Park o Lancaster Gate, o dese air de compras a Westfield Shepherds Bush. Opera hacia la zona este y oeste, funciona con más frecuencia hacia el este, permitiéndole unirse a la ruta amarilla en Marble Arch. Ruta Roja La Ruta Roja ofrece comentarios multilingües en 11 idiomas diferentes (inglés, alemán, francés, español, italiano, ruso, japonés, portugués, mandarín, árabe y portugués brasileño), así como un canal único para niños (en inglés). Con 35 paradas convenientemente situadas alrededor de Londres, siéntese, relájese y disfrute de los lugares de interés: Hyde Park, las Casas del Parlamento, el Shard y Madame Tussauds. El punto de partida principal de esta excursión se encuentra en Grosvenor Gardens, Victoria Train Station, pero podrá abordar el autobús en cualquier parada a lo largo de la ruta. EXPLORE LOS TOURS A PIE POR LONDRES GRATIS Conozca de cerca la increíble historia de Londres. ¡Incluido GRATIS con cada billete de autobús! Tres fabulosos paseos que le pondrán en el corazón de la ciudad más emocionante del mundo: Paseo del Cambio de la Guardia: Vea Buckingham Palace, St. James Palace y los regimientos que los custodian en este emocionante paseo, a medida que marcha junto a los guardias de Buckingham Palace.* Sale diariamente a las 10:00h desde el Centro de Atención al Cliente de The Original Tour. Paseo del Rock 'n' Roll: Haga un paseo de 90 minutos por el corazón de la herencia Rockera de Londres: Los Beatles, los Rolling Stones, David Bowie y The Sex Pistols - ¡Es sólo Rock 'n' Roll, pero te gustará! Sale diariamente a las 13:00 desde el Centro de Atención al Cliente de The Original Tour. Paseo de Jack el Destripador: Sigue los pasos del asesino en serie más famoso del mundo mientras le revelan la criminal historia acerca de lo ocurrido en la oscura calle de Whitechapel en 1888. Sale diariamente a las 16:00 de la parada de The Original Tour en la Torre de Londres, en Tower Hill * En los días en que no hay Cambio de la Guardia (martes, juéves y sábado), el tour le llevará a fer el Cambio de Guardia en caballo y a continuación visitarán Buckingham Palace. El Cambio de Guardia no se celebra si está lloviendo. ** Todos los recorridos duran aproximadamente 90 minutos. Tenga en cuenta que el Paseo de Jack el Destripador terminará en la estación de metro de Aldgate East y no en una de sus paradas de autobuses. *** Los Paseos guiados a pie están incluidos GRATIS con el billete de the Original Tour, pero se pueden comprar por separado por 11,20 € cada uno.
Day(s) of Operation: Tuesdays (Full Day) Description: Driving through the Spanish Andalucia region, passing the capital Seville, towards Jerez de la Frontera (home of the famous sherry) passing by the cotton fields onwards through the Route of the Bull. On arrival, 5 hours free time for shopping and optional Rock tour. The Little Britain off the Spanish Coastline.
Very near the Sagrada Família, you'll find an art-nouveau gem, the Recinte Modernista de Sant Pau. Designed by the architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner, it was built between 1905 and 1930. After housing the Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau (one of Europe's oldest healthcare centres) for more than eight decades, a restoration project commenced on the old pavilions in 2009. This process has restored the beauty of one of the iconic works of Catalonia's home-grown art nouveau, modernisme. The tour begins in the exhibition space in the Sant Salvador Pavilion takes you on a journey throughthe history of medicine in Barcelona. The upper floor of the building concentrates particularly on the figure and work of Lluís Domènech i Montaner. Sant Salvador Pavilion marks the start of a recommended route around the outdoor spaces of the Art Nouveau Site that reproduce the garden city model designed in the early 20th century. You can also enter the Sant Rafael Pavilion and see its interior, moreover, you can take the underground tunnels communicating the various buildings and visit the most representative heritage spaces of the Administration Pavilion.
