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Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs | The Sound of Music at the London Palladium

Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs
(15th Nov 07 to 31st Aug 08) at the O2

Experience the world of King Tutankhamun - a worldwide sensation!

The Leisure Breaks Tutankhamun package includes superier 4 star hotel accommodation with English breakfast in London's Canary Wharf with timed entry to the exhibition at the O2 (formerly the Millenium Dome).

The Exhibition at the O2
Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs

Since the discovery of his tomb in 1922, Tutankhamun has captured the hearts of people around the world. Buried with him were treasures beyond the imagination, a tomb holding the most magnificent treasures of the Golden Age of the Pharaohs and giving us a glittering glimpse into the past.

It has been almost 30 years since the golden artefacts of the boy-king last left their home in Egypt.

In the 1970's, the unprecedented King Tut exhibit fascinated millions of visitors with the marvellous treasures of King Tut's tomb, setting attendance records worldwide.

Now Tutankhamun's treasures are back, giving a new generation the chance to learn firsthand about the life and magic of this ancient monarch.

When Howard Carter uncovered the remarkably preserved tomb of Tutankhamun in 1922, he created a worldwide sensation. The only tomb of its era found intact and full of indescribable treasures, it was also the first major discovery in the age of easy worldwide communication. That, along with rumours of a mysterious curse, helped make Tutankhamun the most popular of the Egyptian pharaohs in the modern world.

Here, you will learn about his life, his death and the ancient curses that shaped King Tut's world.

The Luxury 4 star Hotel
Hilton London Canary Wharf

We have chosen the luxurious four-star Hilton London Canary Wharf for it's location and superb facilities, it's just a few minutes walk from the vibrant hub of Canary Wharf which is just over the footbridge in South Quay.

There are superb leisure facilities; there's an excellent gym or you can treat yourself to one of the wide range of beauty treatments available - hot stone therapy, body wrap, exfoliation scrub, aromatherapy massage, relaxation facials.

Canary Wharf for shopping: One of London's most exciting districts, the thriving new city of Canary Wharf buzzes seven days a week and it's a shopper's paradise, the area has over 200 retail outlets. From department stores to quality jewellers, from fashion boutiques to High street favourites, the shopping is simply superb.

How to get to the Tutankhamun exhibition:

• By coach: The O2 is about 30 minutes away via the Blackwall Tunnel.
• By tube: The hotel is 5 minutes from Canary Wharf Underground station which is one stop away from North Greenwich (O2) on the Jubilee Line.

The Price (based on 2 people sharing a room)

Adults
£59.00 Sunday to Friday
£69.00 Saturday

Children (5 - 15 years of age) HALF price
£29.50 Sunday to Friday
£34.50 Saturday

What we've included per person

• Accommodation for one night at the Hilton London Canary Wharf
• English breakfast
• Timed entry to the Exhibition for your group.
  

Enhance your tour . . .

Lunch, Afternoon Tea, The Royal Observatory, National Maritime Museum, The Cutty Sark - all are available as additions. If you 'd like to book one or more of these famous Greenwich attractions please ask a member of our group sales team when you book.

The Sound of Music at the London Palladium

The Sound of Music is one of the best-known musicals by Rodgers and Hammerstein. Based on the 1949 book The Von Trapp Family Singers, written by Maria Von Trapp about her real-life experiences as a trainee nun who falls in love with a widowed naval captain and his children in pre-war Austria. The Sound of Music opened in 1959 on Broadway, where it ran for 1,443 performances and won six Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

Packages available from £99.00 pp
What we include:

• Accommodation for one night in greater London
• 3 course dinner
• English breakfast
• Stalls / dress circle seat for the Sat Eve perf