Palace Tours − Luxury Tours Collection La Tomatina Festival 2013 La Tomatina Festival 2013

Palace Tours takes you to the fun and exciting La Tomatina Festival in BuÃ±ol, Valencia. This 3 day La Tomatina adventure gives you the opportunity to take part on the largest and most fun tomato fight in the world. Explore the historical city of Valencia and visit beautiful sights such as the cathedral, the "Miguelete", the towers Quarte and Serrano, the Palace of Marques de Dos Aguas, Plaza del Ayuntamiento and the famous City of Arts and Sciences complex.

ITINERARY

What's Included

• 2 nights in 4 star hotel accommodation in Twin, double or Single . Our 4 star modern hotel is air−conditioned and boasts, restaurant and bar! • Hotel Daily Breakfast ( Tomatina day due to early departure we will provide a special picnic box) • Return Transport from Valencia to Bunol for the La Tomatina Event • Official English Speaking Tourist Guide to provide the best local information and assistance on site • Welcome Drink and Dinner • Souvenir 'La Tomatina' t−shirt & please indicate your size when confirming your trip.

What's Not Included

• Transport/Flights to and from Valencia Please ask our agent for this services on extra cost basis • Extra Tours offered for those who stay more than 3 days in Valencia • Drinks and meals unless otherwise stated. • Personal Expenses. • Day 1 − Welcome to Valencia

After making your way to Valencia you will head to Your Hotel Confirmed any time from midday onwards where you will be able to meet our Tour Leaders and to check into your allocated rooms. Gather round in the lobby this afternoon as we meet other tour members and the guide. Listen up for a fast and informal meeting with the leader including a short brief about the adventures ahead during the Tomatina days some country and cultural info.

Today we head out for an orientation walk and we have arranged for all the group a welcome local drink and dinner!

18:00 Tomatina Info Meeting up 18:45 Orientation Walking Tour 20:00 Welcome Drink Agua de Valencia 21: 00 Welcome Traditional Dinner

• Day 2 − La Tomatina Festival

06:00 −15:00 Tomatina Full day Today is the reason we are here in Valencia so after an early start we will transfer to BuÃ±ol for the world famous 'La Tomatina' tomato fight!

The tomato fight lasts for one hour and is an experience you will never forget. After the tomato fight has concluded we spend some time in BuÃ±ol cleaning ourselves off before transferring by charter coach back to Valencia.

After a long shower we you can join the rest the group at one the other activities we have organize for you.

What's Not Includedo:p 1 OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES 17:00 19:00 CITY BIKE TOUR 2 hours The most fun way to see the best sights of Valencia. The Tour will cover Valencia River Gardens where the City of Arts is located, Valencia Americas Cup Port, Valencia Formula 1 Street Circuit. Â· Bike Tour including Hotel pick up and drop off Bike and English Speaking Guide Price per person 20â‚¬ VAT INCLUDED Please note you will need to book prior to travel and when confirming your trip as we cannot always guarantee availability once you are on site FROM 21:00 TOMATINA INFORMAL FINGER DINNER A fantastic way to finish your Tomatina Tour DINNER &PARTY &DRINKS and more& Join the rest of the group during our informal Finger Party Dinner in a private pub−disco only for us. Dance and Jokes will surprise you during our party. Price per person: 45â‚¬ VAT INCLUDED Price INCLUDES: One way transfer from meeting point to Dinner Party , Self Service Finger Dinner with Drinks included 1 jar of sangria or 2 beers (0,5 litres) per person MUSIC& PARTY & COMPETITIONS AND GIFTS

• Day 3 − Travel to Valencia

Check out at the hotel after breakfast. Optional visit to the City of Arts and Sciences. This unique, entertainment−based cultural and architectural complex is the most important modern tourist destination in the city of Valencia. Here, you will find the building L'Hemisferic, built to resemble a giant eye; El Museu de les CiÃ¨ncies PrÃ-ncipe Felipe − an interactive museum of science but resembling the skeleton of a whale; L'Umbracle − a landscaped walk with plant species indigenous to Valencia; L'OceanogrÃ fic, the largest oceanographic aquarium in Europe; El Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia, an opera house and performing arts center and the L'Ã€gora − a covered plaza in which concerts and sporting events are held.

DESTINATION INFORMATION

• BuÃ±ol BuÃ±ol is a town and municipality in the province of Valencia, Spain. The municipality has an area of some 112 kmÂ², and is situated approximately 38 km west of the provincial and autonomous community capital city, Valencia. It lies along the BuÃ±ol River and is surrounded by the mountain ranges La Sierra de Las Cabrillas, la Sierra de Dos Aguas and la Sierra de Malacara y MartÃ©s.

• Valencia

Thanks to its location, Valencia has been the Spanish gateway to the Mediterranean, with the special charm that many seaport cities have. The crystal waters, fine sand, vastness of the open sea, and proximity of the coastal mountain range lend the Valencian coast a unique appeal. As the third largest city in Spain, Valencia contains a dense monumental heritage including the Llotja de la Seda, but its main landmark is undoubtedly the City of Arts and Sciences, an avant−garde and futuristic museum complex. Its main festival, the Falles, is of world renown, while the traditional dish, paella, originated around Valencia.

Price Chart

All Rates in US$ per person including ALL taxes and surcharges

What's Not Includedo:p 2 Group Tour Rates Class Dates Single Rate Double Rate Green For departure August 27,2013 US$ 513 US$ 424 What's Included

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HOTELS AND RESORTS

• NH Las Artes , Valencia (4)

Avenida Instituto Obrero, 28. 46013 Valencia

The NH Las Artes hotel in Valencia offers an incredible array of activities inside the hotel, and some of the city's most popular attractions are mere minutes away, making the NH Las Artes ideal for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel's convenient location puts you right next door to the famed City of Arts and Sciences Museum, across the street from the spectacular El Saler shopping center, and within 5 km of both Malvarrosa Beach and the Americas Cup Port. What's more, our proximity to a network of major highways provides easy access to and from all the major cities in Spain.

Facilities Choice of pillows " AM/FM radio " Balcony/Lanai/Terrace " Coffee/Tea maker " Color television " Connecting rooms " Converters/ Voltage adapters " Data port " Desk with lamp " Direct dial phone number " Electrical current voltage " Fire alarm " Fire alarm with light " Hairdryer " Internet access " King bed " Large desk " Minibar " Non−smoking " Notepads " Pens " Queen bed" Remote control television " Roll−Aways " Safe " Sitting area " Smoke detectors " Smoking " Telephone " Twin bed " Wake−up calls " Wireless internet connection " Adapter available for telephone PC use " Down/feather pillows " Tables and chairs " Self−controlled heating/cooling system " Satellite television

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TRAVEL TIPS & FAQ's

What are the passport/visa requirements for travel to Spain?

Please ensure that your passport has at least three blank pages and that it is valid for at least six months beyond your departure date from Spain. Please check with your local embassy regarding visa requirements.

What is La Tomatina?

La Tomatina is a festival celebrated in BuÃ±ol on the last Wednesday of August every year, where participants engage in a "tomato fight" for fun. The event usually starts at 11:00 am and the fight lasts for exactly one hour.

What are the rules during the fight?

To keep the Tomatina Festival fun and prevent injuries, you are expected to comply with the following rules:

• Do not bring bottles or hard objects as they can cause accidents and hurt other participants • Do not rip other people's T−shirts • You must squash the tomatoes before throwing them as this reduces the impact • Ensure you keep a safe distance from the trucks • As soon as you hear the second shot, you must stop throwing tomatoes

What useful tips can you advice for a fun and memorable experience?

• Wear closed shoes that you don't mind throwing away afterwards. If you wear flip−flops, you may get hurt, or you could lose them easily during the battle • Wear old clothes, or clothes that you aren't planning to wear again. They will most likely end up damaged from being ripped or incredibly dirty • You may find goggles useful. However, it is safer if you just ensure that you always have something clean to wipe your eyes with. The best thing is if you tuck your T−Shirt into your shorts to keep the bottom part of your T−shirt clean and dry • If you are planning to take pictures, bring a waterproof camera! • Do not miss the PalojabÃ³n a soap−covered pole with a Spanish ham at the top: whoever can climb the pole and get the ham can keep it! • Stay safe and enjoy the festivities as much possible

What is the weather like in Valencia during this season?

Valencia has a Subtropical climate of the border Mediterranean climate and Semi−arid climate, with very mild winters and long warm to hot summers. In the warmest month − August − the temperature during the day typically ranges from 28›4 Â°C or 823 Â°F, and 23 Â°C or 73 Â°F at night. The average sea temperature is 26 Â°C or 79 Â°F.

What clothing do you recommend in this trip?

Since the festival falls during the end of August, you may still experience extreme hot weather. We suggest that you pack light, loose clothing and do not forget your bathing suits.

When does the tour start?

The tour starts on August 28, 2012 with an Orientation Walking Tour and dinner in Valencia.

Where can we book our airline tickets?

Palace Tours can help you purchase your airline tickets if you are travelling from the United States. Please contact us for rates.

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Yes, Palace Tours offers various group and independent tours throughout Spain. 1 . I am a US Citizen. Do I need a visa to go to Spain? No. Citizens of the United States do not need a visa for Spain.

2 . How many travelers can fit in each rooms? In a deluxe room, two people can sleep comfortably. If you need more room, upgrade to a suite, which will comfortably service three people. This is especially attractive to parents travelling with a child.

If you are travelling with more than one child, or more than three people, you will need to reserve two rooms.

Palace Tours Contact Information

If at any time you have questions, concerns or feedback, please do not hesitate to contact us via any of the below methods:

On the Web: www.palacetours.com

By e−mail: [email protected]

By phone: 1−800−724−5120

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By FAX: 1−609−683−9772

By postal mail: Palace Tours Ltd. 20 Wall Street Princeton, New Jersey 08540 USA

DIRECTIONS TO OUR CORPORATE OFFICE Please call ahead for hours and appointments!

By Car:

From Princeton area: Our office is located on the north side of Route 206 in Princeton, New Jersey. We are in the Research Park office complex, directly opposite from the Princeton Airport.

From points North: Via Route 1: Take Route 1 South towards Trenton. After you pass Forrestal Village Campus, you will begin to see signs for "Downtown Princeton &Shopping". Turn right on Washington Road. Follow Washington Road for approximately 1.5 miles. Turn left on Nassau Street (Route 27). Turn right on Stockton Street (Route 206 North) &follow for approximately

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Via Route 287: Take Route 287 South towards Somerville. Take exit 17 for Route 206 South (Somerville). You will pass through a traffic circle follow signs for Route 206 South. Follow Route 206 South for approximately 12 miles. Turn left onto Wall Street.

From points South: Via the Garden State Parkway: Take the Parkway North/South to exit 98 for Route 138 West toward Trenton. Route 138 West becomes Route 195 West. Follow 195 West for approximately 17 miles. Merge onto Route 295 North toward Trenton. Follow directions below.

Via Route 95/ 295: Take Route 95 North until it becomes Route 295 North toward Trenton. Take exit 67A and merge onto Route 1 North. Follow Route 1 North for approximately 5 miles. Take the exit for Washington Road. Turn right on Washington Road. Follow Washington Road for approximately 1.5 miles. Turn left on Nassau Street (Route 27). Turn right on Stockton Street (Route 206 North) &follow for approximately 4 miles. Turn right onto Wall Street.

By train: Princeton Junction is the main train station along the Northeast Corridor for Amtrak and New Jersey Transit. Visitors can take a cab from here to Princeton or transfer to a one−car train to Princeton called the "Dinky". The train ride takes about 5 minutes, and drops you at University Place across from McCarter Theatre. If you choose this option, be sure to purchase a rail ticket to "Princeton" for presentation upon boarding the Dinky.

Our office is a 10−minute cab ride from Princeton station (approx. 4.5 miles).

By bus: Several buses arrive and depart daily from Princeton Research Park (i.e., New Jersey Transit's 605 Montgomery Line). From the bus station, walk into the Research Park office complex. We are located at #20 Wall Street.

For emergencies while traveling within India, you may contact our Jaipur office. Details will be provided in your travel vouchers, which are issued upon full payment.

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