Festivals and Events

Come and see the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo and fireworks extravaganza. This trip starts in London and includes a city tour of Edinburgh with local 'Blue Badge' guide!

Book your spot today by calling 800.781.4040, visit your local STA Travel store, or chat live with a travel expert now.

4 day trip from London from $499

August 26, 2011 - London to Edinburgh
An early start today as we meet at our London hostel at 6:30am for check in. Departing at 7am, we board our coach and we'll drive up through the beautiful English country side towards Scotland's historic capital, Edinburgh. On reaching Edinburgh we have time to check into our hostel smack bang in the middle of the city.

August 27, 2011 - Edinburgh
After breakfast we commence our half day sightseeing tour of Edinburgh with a local Scottish guide viewing such sights as The Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh Castle and, of course, the infamous Rose Street with its multitude of bars. There is free time in the afternoon to visit some of the sights you have viewed on the city sightseeing tour or you might even want to visit some of the performances of the world famous Fringe Festival (tickets not included in the trip price).

28 August, 2011 - Edinburgh
Today is a free day for you to explore more of Edinburgh, or perhaps take in more of the Fringe Festival. Why not join our optional half day trip toward the historic city of Stirling and the breathtaking Stirling
Castle.

29 August 2011 - Edinburgh to London
All good things must come to an end, and so must our trip. Heading south we continue to London, where our trip finishes in the early evening, and we say our fond farewells to our crew and travelling companions!

This trip includes:
- Edinburgh city sightseeing tour with local blue badge Scottish guide
- Tickets to the infamous Military Tattoo – night concert with fireworks
- Round-trip coach transporation from London to Edinburgh
- 3 nights multi-share en-suite accommodation
- 3 breakfasts
- Services of a European trained Trip Leader

Book today! Call us at 
800.781.4040

On the last Wednesday in August each year, the inconsequential town of Buñol holds the world’s largest organised tomato fight! Imagine one small street less than a quarter mile long in a tiny Spanish town, packed with over 20,000 people prepared to spend a solid hour slogging each other with tomatoes. Sounds crazy? Sounds like La Tomatina!

Check out our trip options which will show you La Tomatina festival in all its gooey-glory. Your guides are Tomatina experts and will make sure you get the best experience.

3 days including hotel stay from $339 >
5 days including hostel stay from $439 > 
5 days including hotel stay from $549 > 

Book your spot today by calling 800.781.4040, visit your local STA Travel store, or chat live with a travel expert now.

This trip includes:
- Festival pub crawl and party night
- Round trip coach transfer from Bunol for Tomatina festival
- Visit to America’s Cup port village
- Afternoon trip to the beach
- Festival t-shirt and shower caps (keeps your hair and ears clean!)
- Tour Guide

Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest has got to be at the top of everyone’s bucket list. It’s not just a European must do - it ranks up there as one of the world’s biggest parties! Where else can you get to drink from steins the size of your head, burp loudly to oompah music and get away with wearing lederhosen?

We have a bit of everything in our Oktoberfest packages to suit all budgets including trips starting in Munich or London.

Book your spot today by calling 800.781.4040, visit your local STA Travel store, or chat live with a travel expert now.

Oktoberfest trips starting in Munich
These 4 day trips are perfect for those wanting to make their own way to Munich to join the fun!

Arrive Munich on Sep 23
4 day trip from $219

Arrive Munich on Sep 29
4 day trip from $199

All trips starting in Munich include:
• 3 nights accommodation in twin-share pre-erected tents with air mattresses.
• 3 breakfasts
• Frequent FREE shuttles to the festival grounds (only 4 miles away).
• Oktoberfest information guide
• Services of a European trained, professional Guide


Oktoberfest trips starting in London
Avoid the hassle of flying or taking the train to Munich during Oktoberfest with these trips that start and end in London! Your package price includes executive coach transfers from London to Munich including channel ferry crossings.

Depart Central London on Sep 22
6 day trip from $479

Depart Central London on Sep 23
5 day trip from $439
7 day trip from $539 (includes a bonus trip to Prague)

Depart Central London on Sep 28
6 day trip from $479
7 day trip from $539 (includes a bonus trip to Prague)

Depart Central London on Sep 29
5 day trip from $439

All trips starting in London include:
• Return transfer from London to Munich,
• 3 to 5 breakfasts (depending on trip length)
• Regular FREE shuttles to and from the festival grounds (only 4 miles away).
• Services of a European trained, professional Trip Leader and Drivers.
• Accommodation in pre-erected twin share dome tents with air mattresses.
• Walking tour of Munich city centre.