Located less than an hour from Las Vegas, Lake Mead offers you the opportunity to take a break from the Neon Jungle of Las Vegas and enjoy a wonderful cruise aboard the Desert Princess!
This authentic paddle wheel boat was built especially to cruise the blue waters of Lake Mead. Cruise in climate controlled comfort on one of the two enclosed decks or feel the wind in your hair and the desert sun on your face up top on the open promenade deck.
Relax in comfort aboard our luxury Motor Coaches which are equipped with restrooms, television monitors, reclining seats, and large vista view windows so you don't miss a thing
Enjoy an enchanting evening tour for two hours cruising on the calm waters of Lake Mead one of the world’s largest man made lakes. Casually stroll along the deck and visit the Captains Bridge of this amazing Mississippi Style Paddle Wheel Boat. You will also be able to view the unique sights of the Hoover Dam towering above you as well as the spectacular new Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge.
Experience the amazing evening views, unique scenery and the wildlife surrounding Lake Mead.
While aboard the Desert Princess you will be enjoying a full course dining experience, consisting of choices of Prime Rib, Seafood, Chicken, Pastas, or Vegetarian entrees. There is also alcohol available for purchase aboard the boat.
You will also be receiving a complimentary photo stop at the World Famous “Welcome to Las Vegas Sign” for pictures.
Tour duration is approximately 6 hours
This tour travels on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays
All vehicles offer WI-FI on all tours:
15 minutes - free up to 25MB
1 hour - $2.95 up to 255MB
3 hours - $4.95 up to 655 MB
24 hours - $14.95 up to 1000 MB
From Edinburgh you will travel west, passing the imposing Stirling Castle, high on its volcanic rock, and on to a visit at Doune Castle* (which featured in the cult movie ‘Monty Python and the Holy Grail’). From there journey into the Highlands, past Loch Lubnaig and up through impressive Glen Ogle, a steep glen that stretches for 7 miles, stopping nearby for lunch and beautiful views of the surrounding scenery.
After lunch venture further into the Highlands, stopping to view one of the most photographed castles in Scotland, Kilchurn Castle, nestled on the banks of beautiful Loch Awe and stunningly framed by the surrounding mountains. You will then journey to Inveraray, a small quaint town built in the mid-18th century on the shore of Loch Fyne.
Here we have time to explore the town and pick up some Highland souvenirs or pay an optional visit to Inveraray Castle*, the historic home of the Duke of Argyll, chief of the Clan Campbell, which is set in large beautiful gardens overlooking Loch Fyne.
You then start your homeward journey, driving over the Arrochar Alps, an attractive range of mountains, with a brief pause near the top of the Rest and Be Thankful Pass. A little later we reach enchanting Loch Lomond, where you can stop at the pretty lochside village of Luss before returning to Edinburgh.
*OPTIONAL EXTRA. PLEASE NOTE: Inveraray Castle open April-Oct, Doune Castle closed on Thursdays and Fridays from 1st October - 31st March. Alternatives will be offered.
Daily | ALL YEAR
Departs: 09:15 Returns: 19:00
You will be overwhelmed with adrenalin as you step out of a plane thousands of feet above the ground. Free-fall at 200km/h towards the earth before your parachute opens and you glide under the canopy with a grin from ear to ear.
Take the historical journey along the Skippers Canyon road (an adventure in itself) to join a white-water rafting trip through the Shotover River Canyon. Add on a speedy jet boat tour that whips past the rock walls and you’ve got yourself a day of action packed adventure.
YOU SHOULD BRING:
Swim wear
Towel
Batobus takes you to the heart of Paris, to reach the various quarters of the capital. With 8 stops on the route, Batobus shows you a different view of Paris and is an original way of getting about in Paris.
Hop-on hop-off points
• Tour Eiffel: Port de la Bourdonnais.At the foot of the 1,710 steps of a great Parisian landmark.
• Musée d'Orsay: Quai de Solférino. Next to the museum, a stop leading to the world of the Impressionists.
• St-Germain-des-Prés: Quai Malaquais. Near the Institut de France, the Paris of artists and intellectuals.
• Notre-Dame: Quai de Montebello. The architectural harmony of the cathedral and the carefree student atmosphere of the Latin Quarter.
• Jardin des Plantes / Cité de la Mode: station was moved to the foot of the Cité de la Mode, just 10 minutes walk from its original location.
• Hotel de Ville: Close to Pont d'Arcole. The City Hall stop leads to the richness and contrasts of the Marais district and the Pompidou Centre.
• Louvre: Between Pont Royal and Pont du Carrousel. Reveals a quarter where history and history of art are one.
• Champs-Elysées: Close to Pont Alexandre III. Mythical Paris-the Grand Palais, the Petit Palais and Avenue Montaigne.
ITINERARY
This lively evening tour around the heart of Dublin City, delivered by a top class local guide with music and plenty of craic on board, is the ultimate way to learn about Dublin, its people, nightlife and attractions. On our Night Tour you'll soak up the atmosphere of the city's redeveloped business district - including the floodlit Convention Centre and the famous Dublin Dockland's skyline.
There are plenty of beautiful things in Dublin City by night. From the sparkling ‘Spire’ in O’Connell Street to the bustling streets of Temple Bar. You won’t be disappointed with the journey through Dublin City. This 1 hour round trip is one of the most interesting things to do in Dublin city by night and the perfect way to start your evening before having dinner, going to the theatre or a gig.
