The Tomato Fight

La Tomatina festival is exactly what its name suggests. If you have ever had the urge to be knee deep in tomatoes and throw them at other people, this trip is for you.

Take a serene Mediterranean town (Bunol), add thousands of students and backpackers from all over the world, wait until the mayor stands on his balcony to fire the opening flare and watch in awe as dump trucks drive through the narrow streets to drop off 130 tonnes of tomatoes..welcome to La Tomatina.

Take aim and let loose with a tomato..this was the best part of my European Tour

Day 1
Depart Barcelona (Hard Rock café plaza Catalunya).
Valencia beaches. Afternoon barbecue. Unlimited drinks.

Day 2
Transfer to Bunol for La Tomatina tomato fight.
Transfer to Valencia city Pub Crawl.

Day 3.
Beach chill out day.
Valencia annual Ketchup Fest @ 47 Social Club.

Day 4
Return Barcelona. Bus arrives Barcelona 15:30.

Contact the S-Trip Crew directly for pick-ups from Valencia.

Trip includes
Daily all-you-can-eat breakfasts. Camping Accommodation set up for your arrival. BBQ dinner. Transfers to Bunol for Tomatina Festival. Access to Ketchup Fest. Expert local guiding. A festival within a festival atmosphere and international crowd. UNLIMITED BEER AND SANGRIA INCLUDED.

Highlights

Interaction: ***
Culture-Shock: **
Experience: *****

Nightlife: *****

Trip Info

Trip Dates
25 Aug 2009 – 28 Aug 2009
Duration
4
Starting Price
$420
Countries Visited
Spain
Language
Spanish
Currency
Euro
Travel Time to Starting Point
From Vancouver: About 9 hrs to Barcelona and 3 hrs from London to start,
From Toronto: About 7 hrs to Barcelona and 3 hrs from London to start
Climate
Mediterranean. 20-35 degrees Celsius
Transportation
Coach
Accommodation Type
Twin share tents/w mattresses in beach campground
Starting Point
Barcelona
Finishing Point
Barcelona

Travel Info

Passport
A valid Canadian passport is required for Canadians intending to travel on this itinerary. The passport should be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your expected departure from the country.
Visas
Please note that visas are not required for those traveling on a Canadian Passport for this trip. This visa information is correct at the time of writing however, visa requirements can change and you should check with the relevant visa office before departure.
Health Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory for all our trips. We require that, at a minimum, you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance and the insurance company's 24 hour emergency contact number has been provided.
Additional Information
This trip is for the adventurous independent traveller, to fully experience the festival you must be prepared to immerse yourself in the local traditions.

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