Madame Tussauds New York Silver + Empire State Building Observatory

Minimum age is 13 Years Guests require a swimsuit, towel and must be confident in water - Basic swimming required. All rafting trips required 8 passengers, however bookings will be accepted for less than the required number on the basis that bookings will be coordinated to achieve maximum numbers. All rafting operates subject to suitable to river and weather conditions Challenge rafting reserves the right to alter prices, departure times and raft routes Rafting is not permitted if you are pregnant  

One of the most powerful large light cruisers ever built, HMS Belfast is now the only surviving vessel of her type to have seen active service during the Second World War. HMS Belfast played a leading part in the destruction of the battle cruiser Scharnhorst, and also the Normandy Landings. In service with the Royal Navy until 1965, she was saved for the nation in 1971 as a unique reminder of Britain’s naval heritage. Launch! Shipbuilding Through the Ages This new family-orientated exhibition will use hands-on and computerised interactive displays and engaging film and footage to demonstrate techniques of shipbuilding, from the ‘age of sail’ to modern prefabrication methods. The exhibition will focus on the science, engineering and social history of shipbuilding in Great Britain, and the interactive elements of the exhibition will allow children of all ages to get involved and experience this history. Explore ‘What shall we give in return for so much?’ One of the most powerful large light cruisers ever built, HMS Belfast is now the only surviving vessel of her type to have seen active service during the Second World War. Serving Britain for 32 years, she played an important role in both the Second World War and the Korean War as well as performing peacekeeping duties throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Saved from destruction in 1971, HMS Belfast is now part of the Imperial War Museum and is the first ship to be preserved for the nation since Nelson’s Victory. Through its team of staff and volunteers – many of whom are veteran crew – the Imperial War Museum is dedicated to making sure that HMS Belfast still has a role to play in reminding visitors of her unique place in Britain’s maritime heritage. History of HMS Belfast The term 'cruiser' goes back to the days of sailing ships when large frigates could be detached from the main fleet to cruise independently. The sailing cruiser, like her twentieth-century counterpart, was sufficiently powerful and fast to attack and destroy enemy commerce raiders. During the nineteenth century when sail gave way to steam and wooden ships were replaced by those built of iron, and later of steel, the cruiser evolved into a powerful warship which was used to patrol the Empire trade routes and protect friendly merchant shipping. After the First World War (1914-1918) a single category of cruiser emerged whose size was indicated by the size of its guns; thus, HMS Belfast is a 6-inch cruiser, designed for the protection of trade, for offensive action, and as a powerful support for amphibious operations. Please note: children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Please allow 1½ - 2 hours for your visit.

Highlights See & feel The Netherlands with this unique flight experience Experience a spectacular perspective from the air with breathtaking movie images Get new insights into how The Netherlands came into being Feel you’re flying right past the must-sees of The Netherlands with surprising special effects while hanging in a huge spherical screen   Ticket includes: Entry to This is Holland Various exhibitions:  The Netherlands in the Past: an inspiring movie about the Netherlands, the battle against the water, and how they use water The Netherlands Today: experience The Netherlands as it is today. Be introduced to the unique places you will see during the Flight Experience. The Flight Experience: hang inside a huge spherical screen with your hands and feet dangling free. Feel the wind, mist and scents, it seems as if you are truly flying through the air, crossing dikes and braving storms Additional information about the sights after the experience Dutch Heritage Sites: find out more about the Netherlands in terms of water management, civil society, and (land) design through ten Dutch World Heritage Sites
  Ticket Excludes: Food & Drinks Please note: Persons shorter than 102 cm and pregnant women are not allowed into the Flight Experience.

The old port in Fira is accessible only: By cable car: It is perfectly safe, it consists of 6 wagons and has capacity of 6 persons per wagon. During high season (April-October) it runs every 20 minutes. Single tickets cost €5 for adults and €2.50 for children. On foot: You would need to walk down the famous 600 steps of the traditional road that connects the old port with the town of Fira. The descend takes about 20-30 minutes, depending on your physical condition. By donkey: The donkeys used to be the traditional transportation way of the island. They go up and down to the old port of Fira frequently. A single ride costs around €5 per person and takes about 20 minutes. Most people prefer to take the donkey on their way up.

ITINERARY 8:00 AM Depart from the Molly Malone Statue on Suffolk Street in Dublin city centre. 9:30 AM   Loughcrew Passege Toms 11:00 AM Trim Castle 12:20 AM Hill Of Tara, the seat of the High Kings . 14:30 PM Monasterboice /Celtic High Cross.   15:15 PM Drogheda / Relic of Saint Oliver Plunkett. 17:15 PM  Depart Drogheda for Dublin City. 18:00 PM Arrive in Dublin City centre.  

Sites Visited: Michelangelo’s David in the Accademia Florence’s famous Duomo : Your guide will give you an explanation from outside and leave you to visit in your free time if you wish. Ponte Vecchio The Baptistery Doors (Including the Gates of Paradise) Piazza della Signoria Palazzo Vecchio (inner courtyard) Piazza della Repubblica - Once the Roman Forum Mercato Nuovo - Florentine leather market Orsanmichele Church (outside) Il Porcellino Vasari Corridor (from outside) Loggia dei Lanzi - open air sculpture Gallery Uffizi Gallery Masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Giotto, Titian, Michelangelo, Raphael, Perugino, Cimabue, Caravaggio, and more.   Inclusions: Skip the line tickets for Florence Duomo Skip the line tickets for the Uffizi Gallery Headsets when necessary Small groups of  20 people or fewer   Exclusions: Gratuities Lunch Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off