Ireland's Ancient East Day Tour

Day 1: Start your Melbourne immersion with the road trip everyone's talking about! Follow the historical Great Ocean Road, one of the world's most scenic coastal routes, as it winds along Victoria's southwest coast, passing long golden beaches, rugged sandstone cliffs and eucalypt-tree rainforest. At the Cape Otway Lighthouse, gaze out over the Southern Ocean and Bass Strait before tucking into a delicious Aussie style lunch. Hear the tragic tales of the Loch Ard Gorge and discover why this spectacularly wild part of Victoria is known as the Shipwreck Coast. The route also takes you among the soaring eucalypt trees of the Otway rain forest, and to the shipwreck coast where you will step down to the beach at Loch Ard Gorge and further along view the offshore sandstone stacks called the Twelve Apostles. Day 2: Next day, travel to Phillip Island to visit the Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park for a hands-on wildlife experience. Learn about the park's conservation efforts, hand-feed a kangaroo, see wallabies and wombats, or have the opportunity to get a photo taken with a koala (*Fee Applies). Enjoy lunch near a billabong teeming with native water birds, and then head to the Churchill Island Heritage Farm to see sheep shearing and working dogs in action at the historic farm. Visit the nearby Koala Conservation Centre to glimpse these cuddly, eucalyptus-loving marsupials. Finally, arrive on Phillip Island, catching views of the Nobbies and Seal Rocks before finding a seat on the boardwalk at Summerland Beach. Every night at sunset, hundreds of little penguins swim in from a day of fishing and scurry across the shore to snuggle into their burrows. Return to Melbourne after this utterly enchanting spectacle. Choose one of the Melbourne Attraction Pass Options: A. Melbourne Aquarium & Eureka Skydeck 88; B. Melbourne Star Observation Wheel & Melbourne Zoo What's included: 2 full-day outings to experience Victoria's natural wonders Day 1 - The 12 Apostles & coastal scenery along the Great Ocean Road Day 2 - Up-close look at Aussie wildlife Penguins, kangaroos & koalas and more All Park entrance fees Lunch on both days Roundtrip transport to and from Melbourne Live tour commentary provided in English Choice between entry into SEA LIFE Aquarium & Eureka Skydeck 88 OR Melbourne Star Observation Wheel & Melbourne Zoo Exclusions: Overnight accommodation in Melbourne Dinner, drinks and snacks Souvenir koala photo Know Before You Book The date you select when booking will be the Great Ocean Road tour. The Phillip Island tour will take place the following day. The Melbourne Attractions Pass is valid for your choice of (A) 1 entry to the SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium and 1 entry to Eureka Skydeck 88 OR (B) 1 entry to the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel and 1 entry to Melbourne Zoo. Tickets are issued at the departure of the Great Ocean Road tour and are valid for 6 months from the date of issue to be used at your own leisure. At the time of booking please let us know which attraction pass package you are wanting. When completing your booking, please let us know if you would like package A or B. 

Discover The Deep!! 1 km journey divided in to 5 worlds: Old World, New World, Jungle, Gardens & Deep Blue. 55 tanks 8,000 specimens of 700 species. Including sharks, clownfish, sturgeon fish, hammerhead sharks, blow fish and many more… One of the deepest shark tanks in Europe –8.5m deep holding 3.5 million litres of natural saltwater Largest display of live corals in Europe. Unique view into one of the most beautiful and diverse ecosystems in the world – a habitat normally explored only by experienced divers. Interactive educational touchscreens Interactive touch pool – Starfish, sea urchins and many more. Home to the only exhibition dedicated to the plight of the Bluefin Tuna Jungle area is the largest roof top jungle in Europe and faithfully recreates the microclimate, fauna, flora and waterfalls of the Amazon Basin. 2 children play areas – Outdoor area: pirate ship, bouncy castle and splash area. Indoor: soft play Entertainment and fun for all ages: Multilingual ocean guides with vast knowledge Children entertainment – Face painting, water balloon battles, mini disco…. Feedings/chats throughout the day in Spanish, English and German Extra activities: Shark Vision Boat Dive with Sharks Dive/ Snorkel with Rays (Summer Only) Our values: Our philosophy is: Acknowledge to value, value to protect Mallorca’s only marine recovery and rehabilitation centre (off limits) Useful Info: Fun  for all ages whatever the weather Food outlets including buffet and a la carte Free Wi-Fi Minutes from the airport, beach, Fan Mallorca Shopping Centre and Palma Public transport stops just outside Public exterior and underground car park Accessibility award – fully accessible for prams and wheelchairs

The price can vary according to visit date and time selected.  Night This climb departs after the sun has set (after “twilight”), introducing the city alight and sparkling under a blanket of darkness. 5 Things you need to know before your climb Health & Safety Your health and safety is important: If you are pregnant or have any pre-existing health conditions you may need to provide a doctor’s Certificate of Fitness note before you climb. You must have a blood-alcohol reading below 0.05 to climb (the same as if you are driving). You will be asked to complete a BridgeClimb Declaration Form before your Climb. Please be honest about your health so we can ensure your wellbeing is not at risk. All discussions will be confidential.  Preparations How should you prepare for your Climb: Ensure that you have eaten before your Climb and you’re well-hydrated – the experience can last up to 3 ½ hours. Wear comfortable, enclosed rubber-soled shoes such as running, sport or hiking shoes and don’t forget your sunglasses. It is recommend to wear comfortable clothing. You will be equipped with everything else you need for your Climb! Ensure you arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled Climb time to allow enough time to check in. Personal Belongings All your personal belongings can be stored in lockers, including cameras: there are FREE secure lockers for you to keep your personal belongings in, including phones, cameras and GoPros. The Climb Leaders will capture photos of you during your Climb. For safety and security reasons, cameras, video technology and mobile devices are prohibited on the Climb. Restrictions You must be 8 years old and 1.2 metres in height, or taller: Children aged 8 to 15 must be accompanied by and are the responsibility of an adult, with a maximum of three children per adult.  Weather Conditions Climbs operate in all weather conditions: You will equipped with all the gear you need to keep you dry, but remember to bring your own shoes, which should be enclosed, like running shoes. In case of extreme weather conditions like electrical storms or during times of extremely high wind, Climbs may be postponed. 

Please Note Comfortable shoes and clothes are advised Please note that no refund will be accepted for no shows or late arrivals. The tour will take place also with rain, in the event of exceptional high tide it might be cancelled and refund will be provided  Due to new safety measures customers may experience queues of up to 15 minutes (Skip-the-line admission included). This is as a result of metal detectors being installed at certain attraction.

Trip style: Local Life & Culture, History & Heritage Language Tour: English Full Itinerary Get the local lowdown on a city that's seen its fair share of drama in recent years on this historical Detroit tour that takes you through the city's crazy past. Begin your Detroit tour at a cafe on Broadway, where you'll meet your local guide and head out onto the streets. From the minute you leave the meeting point you'll start seeing some famous Detroit landmarks, such as the 95-year old Detroit Athletic Club, the renovated Opera House, the vacant Wurlitzer Building, and the fine new downtown YMCA. Your local guide will be telling you all you need to know about these spots, and what they mean to the city of Detroit.   Continuing on your tour in Detroit, see the site where one of the biggest department stores in the US once stood. When it closed in the 1980s, it left a hole in the city that hasn't been filled.  There are not many stores in the old retail district, but apartments and lofts have brought some new life to the area. Next on this Detroit city tour, the Compuware Building from 2002 is worth a visit, for its 15-story atrium and colorful fountain. Outside that building you'll see a panorama that includes landmarks like the 47-story Penobscot Building from 1928, the Guardian Building from 1929, and the Renaissance Center from 1977, which is home to the tallest hotel in the entire Western Hemisphere (72 floors!) as well as the headquarters of General Motors. Then you'll see Campus Martius Park in the heart of downtown, which opened in 2004 and features an ice-skating rink in winter and activities year-round. It recently won an award as the nation's most transformative urban park, and is a fine example of how Detroit is making a serious comeback. A visit to the Guardian Building gives you a picture of the greatness of Detroit in the late 1920s. The lobby and banking room of this art-deco skyscraper are truly incredible. We'll take a stop here, and then we take a ride on the elevated People Mover, which has been moving people around downtown Detroit since 1987.  From the Michigan Avenue Station, see the $800 Million MGM Grand Casino and hotel that were completed in 2008, and the new Rosa Parks Transit Center (named for "the mother of the Civil Rights Movement") with its dramatic canopies.    If the weather is nice, we'll walk to a nearby hotel that's a great example of Detroit's rise, fall and renewal.  When it opened in 1924 it was the tallest hotel in the world and one of the fanciest, but it closed in the 1980s and stood vacant for more than 25 years on a prominent street corner. Detroiters were thrilled when it reopened after a $200 million renovation as the wonderful, a proud moment in Detroit's history! A block down from here is one of the world's tallest vacant buildings at 36-storeys high. Your leader will tell you stories of its past and how it awaits a new life. Next, we visit the area near Grand Circus Park, which is full of examples of Detroit's rocky history. Here we'll find even more vacant buildings as well as legendary parks and music venues that have hosted the like of Bruce Spingsteen and Detroit's own Eminem. This gives us many more opportunities for your guide to let you in on all the local secrets behind them. It's one thing simply seeing these buildings, but to get to know the history behind them makes the experience even more special, especially when it comes from the mouth of a local! Our last stop will be at a local brewpub, where you can sip on a local beer or soft drink and continue to chat about Detroit with your local guide. The first drink's on us!

Please note: Adults MUST be accompanied by a child (up to 17 years old) to visit the LEGOLAND Discovery Centre. Step inside LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and it's like you have just jumped into the biggest box of LEGO ever! With over 2 million LEGO bricks under one roof, what will you discover? Factory Join Mr Brick a Brack and see how real LEGO® bricks are made in the exciting Factory. You’ll see how raw plastic is turned into finished bricks, bursting with creative potential and ready to be turned into anything you can imagine. Master Model Builder Do you want to learn some top LEGO® secrets? Meet the person who knows more than anything about all things LEGO special hints and tips. Build your very own LEGO® model with the help of our Master Model Builder. With hands-on tuition from the best in the business you'll be able to create almost anything imaginable – and earn a special ‘Master Model Builder' certificate to prove it! And if you like what you’ve made, you can buy just the right LEGO® bricks you need to recreate it at home. Kingdom Quest Join the Good King’s army and climb aboard your chariot for a battle against the Evil Skeletons and Giant Trolls. Journey into the depths of our mediaeval castle - a dark, labyrinthine voyage of twists and turns on your way to rescue the Princess from Skeleton Tower. Can you find her before it’s too late? Be careful of the giant red dragon, though. She has a habit of appearing when you least expect her! LEGO Racers: Build & Test There are thousands of bricks waiting for you in the Build & Test zone. What shapes and vehicles will your imagination create today? Time your racing car on our speed test track. The stopwatch is exact to the hundredths of a second, so even the smallest change could make all the difference! All ages are welcome, so there’s no excuse not to join in. LEGO Studios LEGO Studios is home to our 4D Cinema – making you feel a part of the story. You’ll be on the edge of your seat as thrilling 4d effects and surprise features add to the incredible action adventure before your very eyes. Experience Bob the Builder in 4D as Bob, Wendy and Spud build their very own rollercoaster. Spellbreaker 4d takes you into the times of old with four LEGO heroes as they struggle to defeat an evil wizard. Whatever happens to our cinematic heroes, you’ll be along for the ride! MINILAND Witness Manchester and the North West come to miniature life in the spectacular MINILAND® and discover famous landmarks made from nearly 1.5 million LEGO® bricks. With moving airships, trains and helicopters, even the smallest spectator will feel like a giant! Watch as night falls in MINILAND®, the lights come up and the LEGO population enjoys the beautiful LEGO night. How many buildings will you Princess Palace Tall towers, colourful pink turrets and elegant arches: everything a young princess needs to make your own charming little palace amongst the flowers! Visit Princess’ Palace and play out your dreams amongst a special selection of BELVILLE® LEGO. LEGO City: Fire Academy Let your imagination run wild and let off some steam in the Fire Academy. Clamber over the colourful fireman’s ladder, brave the heights of the climbing wall or get down to business with your own bucket of LEGO and endless possibilities. Big, bright and welcoming, it’s the perfect location for a little supervised chaos and brave, trainee fire fighters! DUPLO Village A great place for the younger members of the family to get to grips with the concept of building with LEGO® bricks, the Village contains hundreds of large LEGO DUPLO® bricks for small children with big imaginations! What will your little architects create today? The LEGO® Café Wind down in the LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Café with a relaxing cup of tea or coffee. Choose snacks or a full meal for the whole family from our great selection of hot and cold food. And if they still have energy left, don’t worry, there’s plenty of LEGO® in the café area to keep even the most ardent LEGO builder happy while you relax with one of our complimentary newspapers. The LEGO® Shop Take some of the LEGO magic away with you and get creative at home with big boxes of bricks or special LEGO kits. All the very latest LEGO® products are available, as well as some exclusive LEGO items! Can you recreate any of the wonderful LEGO® constructions you’ve seen in the Discovery Centre? Or will you make something entirely your own?   SEA LIFE Manchester Explore our creatures: What’s your favorite sea creature? Are you a Shark lover or Seahorse fanatic? Perhaps it’s the graceful rays or the clever Octopus that you love the most. Maybe you simply can’t decide! Here at SEA LIFE Manchester you can make up your mind and see them all - from the curious and the rescued to the rare and the enigmatic. And you’ll be able to get closer to them than ever before. Blacktip Reef Shark Common Octopus Hermit Crab Cownosed Ray Big bellied Seahorse Jellyfish Nemo (Clownfish) Blue Spotted Stingray Lionfish Starfish