Running of the Bulls: San Fermin 2018 by Luxury Train (Westbound)
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Palace Tours - Luxury Tours Collection 20 Wall Street, Princeton, New Jersey 08540 USA Telephone: +1-800-724- 5120 Call Us 1-800-724-5120 Running of the Bulls: San Fermin 2018 by Luxury Train (Westbound) Once in a lifetime experience! The ultimate tour of San Fermin by Luxury Train combines the visit to Northern Spain with "Running of the Bulls", one of the most popular festivals of Spain, on board one of the most luxurious trains in the world - the El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo in 2018. ONLY 14 Rooms Starting on July 5, 2018 in San Sebastian. Experience the official start of the San Fermin VIP Balconies for watching the launch of the festival (For guests in Super Luxury Class). VIP Balconies reserved for watching the running of the Bulls Chance to watch a Bull Fight (Optional - you may choose not to watch and spend time in the town on your own) Escorted group to ensure your safety No Packing / Unpacking once you get on the train. All Meals included, sight seeing included Unmatched pre-planned experiences and free time for you to enjoy. Suitable for most ages. Our last trip had guests from 12 years old to 80 years old. Watch first hand and enjoy the experience that everyone talks about! Get comfortable on the El San Fermin - Its a tour for every Transcantabrico Gran Lujo age group! Itinerary This is an exclusive departure of El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo organized by Palace Tours. Day 1 - Thursday, July 5: San Sebastian, Pamplona, Olite Our tour group meets at 9:00 AM in San Sebastian and we go for a quick walking tour of the city. We then travel to Pamplona where we have lunch at a historic restaurant followed by a guided walking tour around town. We will get an idea of the various meeting points and activities as we walk around the main areas of the town. Our group leader will give other important information about what to expect and other aspects of safety during the stay in Pamplona. Dinner will be served at a traditional restaurant in Pamplona followed by a transfer to the Olite Parador for overnight. Included: Guided walking tour of San Sebastian Transfer from San Sebastian to Pamplona by luxury coach Guided walking tour of Pamplona Guided walking tour of Olite Dinner in Pamplona Overnight at Olite Parador *** Upgrade available for guests wishing to stay overnight in Pamplona Running of the Bulls: San Fermin 2018 by Luxury Train (Westbound)(© www.palacetours.com) 1/14 Meet in the breathtaking San Sebastian Day 2 - Friday, July 6: Pamplona (San Fermin Festival Opening Ceremonies), Olite After breakfast we transfer from the Parador and make our way to the main square of Pamplona to experience what we have mostly seen on TV and in videos. Watch from a close by balcony as the "Txupinazo" is launched to mark the opening ceremonies for San Fermin in Pamplona. We have reserved VIP balconies in the heart of town to view the launch of San Fermin festival. There are a lot of activities throughout the day that will keep you busy. You can choose to participate in optional activities or explore the town on your own. Lunch will be served at a traditional restaurant in Pamplona. In the evening, guests will have the option to watch a bull fight in the famous bullring of Pamplona. For the guests not interested in the bull fight, our guides will recommend many other local activities to take part in during San Fermin. Following a full day of festivities, we will transfer to the Olite Parador for a delicious group dinner and overnight. Included: Balcony viewing of the San Fermin opening ceremonies Lunch in Pamplona Optional viewing of bullfight (Tickets to be requested at the time of booking the tour - subject to availability) Guided visit of Pamplona and local activities Group dinner in Olite Overnight at historic Olite Parador *** Upgrade available for guests wishing to stay overnight in Pamplona Enjoying the Opening Ceremonies Getting set up for the opening Txupinazo is launched, the festival with a drink ceremonies can begin Day 3 - Saturday, July 7: Inaugural San Fermin Bull Run, Bilbao, Villasana de Mena This morning we make our way to the reserved spots in Pamplona to watch the inaugural run of Running of the Bulls followed by a breakfast in the area. We get to watch the thrill seekers run along side Spanish bulls through the narrow streets of Pamplona from a low level balcony. We leave the city of Pamplona and travel to La Rioja region. Here we will have lunch and a vineyard tour with wine tasting. Later in the afternoon we will travel to Bilbao where we get a welcome on board the El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo - the most luxurious modern train in Europe as we continue our luxury journey for Santiago de Compostela. Dinner is on board the train. Train trip to Villasana de Mena while enjoying our first dinner onboard. Overnight in Villasana de Mena. Included: Running of the Bulls: San Fermin 2018 by Luxury Train (Westbound)(© www.palacetours.com) 2/14 Balcony viewing of the Running of the Bulls Tour and lunch in winery in Spain's famous La Rioja region Transfer by luxury coach to Bilbao Dinner on board El Transcantabrico Gran Lujo Running with the bulls has begun Getting ready for running of the San Fermin, post-run event in bulls from the safety of VIP bullring balconies Day 4 - Sunday, July 8: Bilbao, Santander Breakfast is served on board as the train makes its way through the lands of Vizcaya to reach Bilbao, a modern city where the river searches for the sea. Depart the train for a city tour of the old quarter and a visit to the famous Guggenheim Museum, a modern architectural marvel designed by Frank Gehry. Return to the train to continue our journey to Santander while having lunch onboard. City sightseeing tour of the elegant capital of Cantabria and free time. Those who wish may visit El Gran Casino after dinner (entrance included). Overnight in Santander. Guggenhiem Museum, Bilbao Tour the lovely Bilbao Welcome to the gorgeous Santander Day 5 - Monday, July 9: Unquera, Potes, Comillas, Cabezon de la Sal Train trip to Unquera station from where we will travel by coach through the gorge of La Hermida and reach the town of Potes. After visiting this charming village, enjoy a spa circuit at La Hermida Spa. Return to the train after lunch and trip to Cabezón de la Sal. In the afternoon there will be free time and you may choose to visit the mansion of El Capricho in the town of Comillas, the impressive and colourful 19th century house designed by Antonio Gaudí. Dinner and overnight in Cabezón de la Sal. View of a restaurant in Potes Day 6 - Tuesday, July 10: Santillana del Mar, Arriondas Running of the Bulls: San Fermin 2018 by Luxury Train (Westbound)(© www.palacetours.com) 3/14 The day begins with a visit to the town of Santillana del Mar with its beautifully preserved medieval town. Next we will be taken on a tour of Altamira Neocave, the finest realistic example of Upper Palaeolithic cave art. After lunch we will return to the train and travel into Asturian territory, visiting the village of Ribadesella and its charming promenade and stunning historic mansions. Dinner and overnight in Arriondas. Colorful mosaic by the Sella river Santillana del Mar, Spain Day 7 - Wednesday, July 11: Covadonga, Oviedo, Candas Today our coach will drive us to the heart of the Principality of Asturias, to the Picos de Europa National Park. First enroute is Lake Enol, then visit the sacred place of Shrine of Covadonga to hear its legends. Back onboard for lunch and trip to the region’s capital, Oviedo, the highlight of Asturian Romanesque art, featuring gems such as the basilica of San Julian de los Prados. City tour and free time. Dinner onboard while we travel to Candás. Overnight in Candás. Basilica of San Julian de los Cangas de Onis, Spain Sacred Shrine of Covadonga Prados Day 8 - Thursday, July 12: Aviles, Gijón, Luarca We begin the day discovering Avilés, an ancient city with a precious old town, and Gijón, a city that opens up to the Cantabrian Sea and is alive with cultural events. After visiting both towns, return to the El Transcantábrico to continue our coastal journey to Luarca, visiting this charming seaside town embedded in a stunning landscape. Dinner and overnight in Luarca. Rain doesn't get in the way of Start the day off with exploration sightseeing of Avilés Day 9 - Friday, July 13: Ribadeo, Viveiro Train trip to the historic town of Ribadeo, in Galician lands, bordering Asturias. Our coach will take us to the Las Catedrales Beach, one of the most spectacular beaches in the world. City sightseeing in Ribadeo and free time. Back on the train for lunch and trip to Viveiro, with city tour and free time. Running of the Bulls: San Fermin 2018 by Luxury Train (Westbound)(© www.palacetours.com) 4/14 Dinner and overnight in Viveiro. Join fellow passengers for a Rest from the trip by the glorious spectacular view Las Catedrales Beach Day 10 - Saturday, July 14: Ferrol, Santiago de Compostela While enjoying our last breakfast onboard, we will arrive in Ferrol, followed by a comfortable coach trip to Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy a city tour in this historical town, goal of devotees for over a thousand years, and admire its countless artistic jewels such as the Cathedral. End of trip after the tour. Santiago de Compostela cathedral See what Santiago de Compostela has to offer Destination Information Arriondas Aviles Bilbao Bilbao is the largest city in the Basque Country and the capital of the province of Biscay.