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You may have seen New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art before, but you've never seen it like this. Travel through 6,000 years and across the globe in just a few hours, to gain a greater understanding of the length and breadth of this world-class collection. In small groups of 15 people or fewer, you’ll delve into the history and art of the Met, seeing works come to life through the stories of your expert guide. We start our tour in the ancient world, with a visit to Ancient Egyptian tomb models. Incredibly well preserved, these pieces were a more important discovery than they seem, as they offered pictorial insight into what life in Ancient Egypt was like. This insight continues at the incredible Temple of Dendur, fully intact and surreally displayed inside a naturally lit atrium, nestled in Central Park. Our world tour returns to New York for stained glass by Tiffany and then hops over to Britain to size up the armor of notorious King Henry VIII. We then head east for the Antioch Chalice, believed by some to be the Holy Grail itself, the cup from which Jesus drank on the night he was betrayed. Believe the story? You’ll have time to debate its merits with your expert guide. For historians our next few stops are a true delight – the Greek and Roman wing contain elegant statues, imperial Roman busts, and intact frescos buried along with those at Pompeii. Off to exotic Oceania to see boldly carved Bisj poles from Papua New Guinea, for which a Rockefeller gave his life. We’ll then move to the second floor to admire Water Lilies by Monet, a Thinker by Rodin, and the swirling strokes of van Gogh. It’s break time inside the museum or atop the rooftop garden (May-October only, weather permitting) for verdant vistas of Central Park. If you’ve booked the extended version, the tour continues to the Golden Age of Dutch painting, perusing portraits by Rembrandt and marveling at the virtuosity of Vermeer. After a brief passage through Italy, it’s off to Spain to see El Greco and to France for Jacques-Louis David’s famous Death of Socrates. A little scandal is in store, as your guide gives the inside story of John Singer Sargent’s infamous Madame X. You’ll then be dwarfed by the immense iconic Washington Crossing the Delaware – one of the most recognized paintings in the United States. Besides from what’s listed here, you’ll see little surprises and quirks of the collection as you tour. Our small group and expert guides will allow you to ask questions, be engaged, and take the most from your Met experience! Inclusions: Pre-arranged Met Museum tickets, with donation included Expert local tour guide Small groups of only 15 people or fewer *Rooftop garden (early May-October, weather permitting) Exclusions: Gratuities for guide Hotel pick-up/drop-off Food/Beverages Sites Visited: Ancient Egyptian Tomb Models (original and perfectly preserved) Temple of Dendur Egyptian mummies Armor of King Henry VIII Antioch Chalice a.k.a. the "Holy Grail" Greek and Roman Statuary Ancient Roman Frescoes Tiffany glass and mosaics Rodin sculptures Bisj Poles from New Guinea Claude Monet – Water Lillies Vincent van Gogh - Selected Works Auguste Rodin - Sculptures Rembrandt van Rijn - Portraits Johannes Vermeer - Selected Paintings Jacques-Louis David's Death of Socrates Madame X by John Singer Sargent Washington Crossing the Delaware by Emmanuele Leutze Rooftop Garden (May–October only, weather permitting) Please note, this tour is in English only.
Sites Visited: Oltrarno Neighborhood Piazza Santo Spirito Local bars and restaurants Inclusions: All Food , wine tastings, and gelato Expert, English-speaking, local foodie guide Small groups of max 14 people Exclusions: Gratuities Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Disfrute de barra libre durante todo el crucero: cerveza, sangría, cava y refresco Apto para todas las edades.
You can exchange your 365Tickets voucher at the following exchange points: Bus & Travel Information Desk, Arrivals Halls, Terminal 1. DoDublin Sales Promoters, Airlink Bus Stop, Terminal 1 & 2. On board your Airlink Bus, Airlink Bus Stop, Terminal 1 & 2. Dublin Bus Head Office, 59 Upper O'Connell Street, Dublin 1. **Please note child tickets can only be exchanged with a driver. If you ask a member of staff where your hotel is in regard to the main bus stops they will be more than happy to assist you.
Enjoy the best sightseeing experience and see all the sights of Dubai and Abu Dhabi on any chosen day with the special ‘Big Bus Twin-City ticket’. Hop-on and hop-off at any of the stops and explore the places of interest at your own leisure. The ticket includes a FREE intercity shuttle (Dubai–Abu Dhabi–Dubai) departing from Mall of the Emirates in Dubai to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. INCLUDES: Classic Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour (Dubai) Classic Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour (Abu Dhabi) Attractions valid for 1 Day in each city. REDEMPTION INSTRUCTION: Redeem vouchers at Big Bus Dubai Sales points: The Dubai Mall, Mall Of The Emirates, Deira City Center, Wafi, Burjuman, Atlantis the Palm, Marina Mall, The Beach, Souk Madinat Jumeirah and Abra Station. Recorded commentary in English, Arabic, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian and Mandarin CITY TOUR Explore the traditional capital of Oman on board a traditional open top double decker bus and take in the majestic views of Muttrah Corniche and the old quarter. Tour Highlights: –Historic Forts –Royal Opera House –Al Alam Palace –National Museum –Oman Parliament –Incense Burner –Mountain Viw –Mangroves –Muttrah Suq –Beach BUS STOPS First bus Last bus Mutrah Suq 09:00 17:00 Churches & Temples 09:10 17:10 Central Business District 10:10 18:10 Parliament 10:20 18:20 Marina Views 10:25 18:25 Al Alam Palace 10:30 18:30 Mirani Fort and Harbour 10:35 18:35 AlBahriRoad (Corniche) 10:40 18:40 Mutrah Suq 10:45 18:45
Leaving Glasgow you will head north-west through the rugged Highlands of Scotland until you reach Inveraray, a quaint town built in the mid-18th century on the shores of Loch Fyne. Here you can choose to visit Inveraray Castle* the historic home of the Duke of Argyll, chief of the Clan Campbell, nestled in large beautiful gardens overlooking Loch Fyne. Alternatively, explore the town’s white-washed Georgian houses, wide streets and breathtaking views across the loch. Your route climbs further north into the Highlands through stunning scenery marked by several dramatic castles and beautiful lochs. You'll pause to admire Kilchurn Castle, one of Scotland’s most photographed castles, nestled on the banks of Loch Awe and beautifully framed by mountains. Next you will make a stop for lunch in the picturesque harbour town of Oban, ‘Gateway to the Isles’, with free time to explore its horseshoe bay and see MacCaig’s Folly, an iconic 19th century tower reminiscent of the Colosseum in Rome. After free time exploring, we travel onwards past the 15th century Castle Stalker, which is set on a small island on Loch Laich, before reaching Glencoe, one of Scotland’s most haunting glens and site of the 1692 massacre of the MacDonald clan. The return journey will take you over the dramatic landscape of Rannoch Moor and the Black Mount before you make the final stop at the pretty conservation village of Luss on the ‘Bonnie, Bonnie Banks’ of Loch Lomond. Here you can feel free to walk along the shore or admire the village before returning to Glasgow. *OPTIONAL EXTRA. PLEASE NOTE: Inveraray Castle open April - October, alternatives offered November-March. Sun, Tues & Fri | ALL YEAR