Pamplona - San Fermin 'Running of the Bulls'

Where will you be in July 2012?

SAN FERMIN is one of the greatest festivals on the planet and this event gets bigger every year, with masses of people so don't miss out! GOBUS gives you the opportunity to experience the thrills and excitement of this once in a life time, 'not to be missed' festival!

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7 DAY/ 6 NIGHT COACH TOUR PACKAGE

Please note - this tour will be accommodated in dorms rather than tents as previously stated. Call our office for further details.

Tuesday 3rd July 2012:
Coaches leave London and make the journey throughout France and overnight to Spain. BYO drinks or purchase on the ferry to start the trip in the right style! Ensure you bring passports, sleeping bags and all other essentials for the week.

Wednesday 4th July 2012:
Arrival at El Molino campsite is around 5.30pm. After checking into your accommodation you have free time to lounge by the pool and settle in before a massive welcome party night. Welcome to Spain - Welcome to San Fermin!

Thursday 5th July 2012:
Today after breakfast we head into Pamplona town itself and get orientated with an optional walking tour and the chance to take a walk down the bull-running route. Then we load up again and head into San Sebastian for an afternoon in this beautiful beach-side town. Returning to camp in time for a huge party night.

Friday 6th July 2012:
Opening Ceremony! Today is the biggest day of the Pamplona festival and after breakfast we head into town for the midday celebration kick-off. Shuttles run back to El Molino throughout the afternoon and evening finishing after the 11pm end of day fireworks.

Saturday 7th July 2012:
Early wake up for the first bull run of 2012. After the running, we head over to the beautiful seaside city of San Sebastian for the rest of the day. Here, you will have free time to relax on the beach, sample some local Tapas or simply meander the maze of cobble-stoned streets in the old town. Tonight, we head back to the campsite in the evening for another big night at the campsite bar!

Sunday 8th July 2012:
This is our last day in Spain with an early start for the second bull run and then back to the camp for brunch. In the afternoon there is a last chance for sangrias by the pool before the trip home. Departure from Spain is approx 8pm.

Monday 9th July 2012:
All good things must come to an end and today the Pamps tour is all over! Expected arrival back in London is approx 4pm for the end of our tour.

KEEN TO UPGRADE to a bungalow?

Upgrade to Bungalow Accommodation - Any tour package USD $379 per person
Group Upgrade to Private Bungalow - based on 4-5 passengers USD $359 per bungalow

PLEASE NOTE: ALL BUNGALOW ACCOMMODATION IS SOLD OUT. CALL OUR OFFICE FOR OTHER ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

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tHE CAMPSITE

All of our tour packages stay at the El MOLINO campsite. We are lucky enough to use this excellent site located on the banks of a river and below the village of Mendigorria. This campsite has easily the best facilities and atmosphere of all those used by any of the other tour companies. El Molino is a short 25-minute bus ride from the centre of the town and we provide free shuttles in and out of Pamplona for all our passengers during the festival period, with the last shuttles departing town at midnight. The campsite has a swimming pool, football fields, a very lively bar (indoor and outdoor) open until late as well as a chill-out bar by the river, restaurant, camp shop and is just a five minute walk from Mendigorria, which is itself typical of villages in the region with its cobbled streets, old church and small friendly bars. There are also lots of showers and toilets throughout the campsite which are serviced by a 24hour cleaning crew. At El Molino there are bunk beds in the dormitories, or pre-erected dome tents (bring a sleeping mat) and for both, you will require a sleeping bag. For those wanting the campsite party but with a little luxury, all passengers are given the opportunity to upgrade to bungalow accommodation.

THE COACH

All coaches that we use for the Pamplona tours are executive models with toilets, videos/DVD players and stereos. We make regular refreshment and toilet stops and have two drivers and a tour leader per coach to look after your needs. The total travelling time to Pamplona is approx. 22 hours including the ferry crossing. Drinking is permitted on the coaches so please feel free to BYO, but we do ask that you respect your fellow travellers and the coach. During the festival period we operate a regular, free shuttle service between Pamplona to the campsite for our tour passengers. The first shuttles of the day go out in time for the opening ceremony and bull runs, with the last returning at midnight after the fireworks that mark the end of the day's official program.

ESSENTIAL INFO

Two weeks before departure, a pre departure letter filled with tips, tricks and info will be emailed to you.

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