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Royal Albert Hall - Grand Tour  Did you know? There are 13,000 “A”s for Albert around Hall The Hall is home to the world's largest single woven carpet design, made of 326,666 sheep fleeces and 49 million tufts getting it into the Guinness World Records The world’s biggest Christmas pudding was made at the Hall and weighed ten tonnes The first ever body-building contest and Sumo wrestling tournament outside Japan took place in the main auditorium The Elgar Room used to be home to the Central School of Speech & Drama, giving a stage to names including Sir Lawrence Olivier and Dame Judy Dench 5,500 bottles of champagne and 1,800 bottles of gin are drunk at the Hall every year Afternoon Tea was introduced to Britain by Queen Victoria. The first tea party was held at the Hall in 1912. The tradition continues today in the Hall's Verdi Restaurant The Royal Albert Hall Grand Tour is fully accessible.  Some time slots and/or dates are unavailable due to events taking place in the auditorium. The Royal Albert Hall was built to fulfil the vision of Prince Albert (Queen Victoria's consort) of a 'Central Hall' that would be used to promote understanding and appreciation of the Arts and Sciences and would stand at the heart of the South Kensington estate, surrounded by museums and places of learning. The Hall is a Grade I Listed building; and has been in continuous use since it was opened in March 1871. It was always conceived as a multipurpose building to host not only concerts of music but exhibitions, public meetings, scientific conversations and award ceremonies. It is a registered charity held in trust for the nation and is financially self sufficient, receiving no funding from central or local government. Kensington Palace and the Diana Exhibition Kensington Palace unveils a palace of secret stories and public lives. Visitors arrive through beautiful landscaped gardens evoking a past when Kensington was countryside. From the entrance hall start your journey through the magnificent Kings and Queen’s State Apartments. Filled with stories of two royal courts; the Stuarts and the Hanoverians, learn what you would have worn, how you should behave and how to succeed in the heady atmosphere of the palace state apartments. The Queen's State Apartments Explore these intimate, private rooms created for Queen Mary II, who ruled jointly with her husband, King William III, in the 17th century.  The Queen’s rooms The Queen's Staircase, little changed since its construction in 1690, is deliberately plainer than the King's. Mary would have glided down its steps to reach her beloved gardens, created in the Dutch style, through the door at its foot. Diana: Her Fashion Story ‘Diana: Her Fashion Story’ will trace the evolution of the Princess’s style, from the demure, romantic outfits of her first public appearances, to the glamour, elegance and confidence of her later life. From her earliest royal engagements, everything Diana wore was closely scrutinised, and the exhibition will explore how she navigated her unique position in the public eye: learning to use her image to engage and inspire people, and to champion the causes she cared about. Discover exquisite and celebrated outfits from throughout the Princess’s public life. The exhibition will bring together an extraordinary collection of garments, ranging from the glamorous evening gowns worn on engagements in the 1980s, to the chic Catherine Walker suits that made up Diana’s ‘working wardrobe’ in the 1990s. The Princess’s relationship with her favourite designers will be explored through a display of some of their original fashion sketches, created for her during the design process. Exhibition highlights will include the pale pink Emanuel blouse worn for Diana’s engagement portrait by Lord Snowdon in 1981, and Victor Edelstein’s iconic ink blue velvet gown, famously worn at the White House when the Princess danced with John Travolta. A blue tartan Emanuel suit, worn for an official visit to Venice in the 1980s, will go on display in public for the first time. The suit, a rare survival of the Princess’s daywear, was only recently rediscovered and acquired by Historic Royal Palaces – the charity responsible for Kensington Palace - at auction.  * Please note, this exhibit is due to be very popular, queues are to be expected.

Description: If you only have one day to see the wonders of the Amalfi Coast, the Pompeii Tour from Rome with Amalfi Cost Drive is the perfect all-in-one day trip for you. It’s a beautiful combination of history, archeology, stunning views, world-class food, and even a little shopping.  You will be picked up in central Rome in an air-conditioned mini-bus, the most comfortable way to navigate the jaw-dropping cliff drive that awaits us. When the tour arrive in Pompeii, you will  skip the lines and be met by an expert, English-speaking guides who have dedicated their lives to studying Pompeii. As they walk you through the shops, temples, public baths, and houses that made up the thriving city, they’ll recount the fascinating stories of life in the ancient city; and how it was decimated by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. The tour will also visit the famous plaster death casts of unfortunate people caught in the eruption and, if appropriate for the group, an ancient brothel. After Pompeii, it’s back into the bus for one of the most unforgettable drives of your life down the hairpin turns and panoramic vistas of the Amalfi coast. It won’t take long for you to see why this is considered Italy’s most scenic drive (although certainly not the easiest to navigate - you’ll be glad you have a driver!). Along the way your guide will enrich the journey with some background on the area’s history and culture, teaching you what life is like at the foot of the world’s most dangerous volcano. After your guide gives you background on the history and culture of the area, you’ll arrive in the lovely Positano.  Following in the footsteps of literary greats like Shelley, Goethe and Steinbeck, you’ll be free to explore this little town on foot, sampling its incredible seafood, browsing the fashionable boutiques, or ordering bespoke, handmade sandals. Trying to see the sights of the Amalfi Coast on your own is a notorious hassle with lines, traffic, and all those hair-pin turns. This tour takes out the stress and distills it into an unforgettable day trip of culture, history, and archaeology. In a group or 15 people or fewer, you will have intimate access to your expert tour guide who will not only ensure that you get where you want to go, but also make the coast come alive with the stories of its past. In good weather it is possible (and enjoyable) to swim on Positano beach. It is recommend to bring a bathing suit and towel if this interests you. In the winter months the tour might replace Positano with Sorrento as more shops and restaurants are open there during this time. 
Important Information: If you are traveling with luggage and would like to use this as a transfer to Positano, please contact us before booking this service. Please note that lunch is not included in this service. You will have free time to eat at Positano and your guide will be happy to recommend places to eat a full sit-down meal or to grab something quick while shopping. Please note that the order of sites visited is subject to changes.

Highlights East Coast Beaches Hajar Mountains Friday Market Picturesque Fishing Villages Ghost City Emirates of Fujairah's Portuguese Fort Ticket Includes Hotel pick up & drop off Professional Guide Entrance Fees Lunch at Local Restaurant Ticket Excludes Personal expenses Tips ITINERARY: A three-hour journey takes you to one of the most popular beaches on the East coast. You can admire the beautiful and dramatic Hajar Mountains stop at the traditional and popular 'Friday Market', passes through agricultural areas and sees the picturesque fishing villages of Khorfakkan and Dibba. After a swim and a break for lunch at the Sandy Beach Hotel, visit the oldest mosque in the UAE and discover the ancient 'Ghost City' and the Emirate of Fujairah's Portuguese fort. Fujairah is a remarkable emirate, with the coast extending from the mouth of the Arabian Gulf down to the Indian Ocean; it has long been a major trading port.

Tour por: Coliseo La arena Foro Romano Monte Palatino Incluye Entrada sin esperar al Coliseo a través de la Puerta del Gladiador. Entrada Exprés para el Foro Romano y el Monte Palatino. Guía turístico experto. Auriculares para todos los visitantes. Grupos de 25 personas o menos. NO incluye: Propinas Recogida y regreso al hotel Información importante: Las propinas a los guías son apreciadas pero nunca obligatorias. Tenga en cuenta que la hora de encuentro del tour es de 15 minutos antes de la hora de inicio. No se pueden proporcionar reembolsos ni reservas por llegadas tardías o por no presentarse después del comienzo o la salida del tour. Desafortunadamente, el tour no es accesible para personas con problemas de movilidad, sillas de ruedas o cochecitos. IMPORTANTE: Solo se permiten mochilas pequeñas y bolsos de tamaño normal en el interior del Coliseo, el Foro Romano y el Monte Palatino. No se permitirá la entrada a los visitantes con bolsas más grandes (no hay instalaciones de almacenamiento) y todos los huéspedes deben pasar por un control de seguridad antes de ingresar al Coliseo. El Coliseo está sujeto a cierres ocasionales. La administración del Coliseo suele ser consciente y nos informa el día anterior del cierre. Por favor, proporcione la información de contacto detallada en caso de que necesitemos contactarlo para reprogramar su tour. Se recomienda llevar calzado cómodo ya que se camina bastante durante el tour.

ROUTE DESCRIPTIONS Blue Line (Daily) Termini railway station Piazza Indipendenza Santa Maria Maggiore Colosseum Circus Maximus Piazza Venezia Vatican/Castel Sant’Angelo Barberini   Purple Line Termini Railway Station Santa Maria Maggiore (Sat After -Sundays) Colosseum Porta San Sebastiano – Museo delle Mura Catacombe San Sebastiano, Ancient Appia Caffarella Park Domine Quo Vadis Church Terme di Caracalla Circus Maximus Piazza Venezia ​ Bus:   Duration 1 Hour 40 Minutes Operates: 09:00-18:00 in Low season 9:00-19:00 in High season Frequency: 10-20 minutes            INCLUSIONS Unlimited Hop on Hop Off ticket Recorded Commentary in English, French, German, Italian, Arabic, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian 4 Walking Tours: Spanish Steps, St. Peter’s Basilica, Colosseum and Piazza Venezia   THEIR COMMITMENT : Great value for money  Best bus frequency  Hi Resolution digitally audio-system  Operates 7 days a week, all year long

Sitios que se visitan:
Coliseo
Museos del Vaticano
Basílica de San Pedro (opcional)
Capitolio con vistas al Foro Romano
Panteó
Piazza Navona
Fontana di Trevi Incluye:
Entrada Express al Colireo, los Museos del Vaticano y la Basílica de San Pedro
Transporte entre los diferentes sitios en taxi o autobús
Helado casero gratuito
Guías locales expertos Excluye:
Propinas
Información importante: Hay una nueva regla en el Coliseo, el Foro Romano y el Monte Palatino que sólo permite la entrada de mochilas pequeñas y bolsas de mano de tamaño regular en el interior. Los clientes con bolas más grandes o maletas no podrán entrar con estas y tampoco hay taquillas para guardarlo. Recuerde que todos los visitantes deberán pasar por un control de seguridad antes de entrar al Coliseo. El Coliseo ha cambiado la política de admisión para garantizar un máximo de 3.000 personas en su interior, de manera que habrá menos multitudes durante las horas de máxima afluencia. A pesar de que las entradas exprés para ahorrarse colas son reservadas con antelación, puede haber un poco de retraso en la hora de entrada si el lugar ya ha alcanzado su capacidad máxima en ese momento. Este tour combina dos opciones diferentes que tenemos: "Lo mejor de Roma – Coliseo y Lugares de Interés" junto a nuestro tour por la tarde llamado "Lugares de Interés del Vaticano – Museos y Capilla Sixtina del Vaticano". También incluye un helado casero y transporte en taxi o autobús desde el centro de la ciudad hasta el Vaticano. ¡Todo junto por un mejor precio que si lo compra por separado! La Basílica de San Pedro y la Capilla Sixtina son lugares sagrados y, por tanto, la vestimenta debe ser apropiada para la visita. Se les pide a ambos hombres y mujeres que usen ropa que cubra al menos los hombros y las rodillas. Tours Guiados por el Vaticano no se hace responsable de la entrada negada pop una vestimenta impropia.  Su recorrido terminará en la Basílica de San Pedro, donde tendrá entrada exprés para ahorrarse colas, aunque no hay una explicación guiada por el interior de la iglesia. Asegúrese de que todos los miembros de su grupo llevan una identificación válida el día de la visita. Importante en visitantes que cuentan como estudiantes, niños o jubilados. TENGA EN CUENTA: todos los Museos del Vaticano están equipados con ascensores para el acceso en silla de ruedas, aunque no están convenientemente ubicados en el recorrido de las visitas guiadas y sólo permiten el acceso a lugares específicos de los museos.