Pamplona - 'The Running of The Bulls'

The FIESTAS SAN FERMIN or “The Running of the Bulls” as it is more commonly known, runs for 9 days with the opening ceremony of the festival always on the 6th July and the first bull run always on the 7th of July. The bull running has become the most famous aspect of the festival since the publication of Hemingway's novel “The Sun Also Rises”.

EL ENCIERRO - THE BULL RUNNING starts at 8.00am on the 7th day of the 7th month. The bulls that face the matadors in the evening's bullfights are run through the streets from the holding pens to the bullring. The local boys originally tested their courage by running in front of these bulls and so laid the foundations of the fiesta. Later these activities were combined with celebrations for SAN FERMIN – (the patron saint of religious societies, of wineskin makers, wineskin merchants & bakers) and so the FIESTAS SAN FERMIN was born.

To add to the bull running, the festival is richly diverse with non-stop parties, traditional sporting contests and a seemingly endless celebration of local music and culture. The opening ceremony begins at midday on July 6th, when the Mayor of Pamplona fires a rocket into the air above the town hall to start the party. The days that follow are an incredible experience and certainly a major highlight in the travelling calendar.

Fiestas San Fermin - The Running of The Bulls

>> General Pamplona Tour Details

FIRST FESTIVAL TRAVEL TOURS:
In total First Festival Travel takes over 1200 passengers to experience the magic of San Fermin - The Running of the Bulls. We are established as the biggest, best, and most professional tour operator to this incredible festival. A popular tour every year is the 8-day option as it gives you the most amount of time to take in the full experience. After spending a day and a night exploring Paris, this tour allows you to spend a full day at the beach in San Sebastian, and to orientate yourself around Pamplona before the mayhem of opening day. We also have 6-day tour options for those who want to cram it all in whilst taking minimal time off work, and one-way tour options to San Sebastian, Barcelona, and Madrid. For those who have been to Pamplona before, or just wish to do it in style, we have a flight tour to suit your needs. We serve breakfast/brunch every morning which includes, cereals, coffee and juice. We are most renowned for our fully operational party campsite and management of it. To maintain this great reputation we annually take a staff of over 100 crew to deck out the campsite; provide security through the night; assist passengers 24-7 and of course, our London DJ's keep the masses entertained by the poolside with chill out sessions in the afternoon and rocking on the dance floor through the night!

OUR ACCOMMODATION:
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 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 very late, 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 and 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.

STAFFING:
There is security provided by the campground, and in addition we take down a professional security team to oversee the campsite. As well as your tour leader, we have our own ground crew staff, on hand to assist you in any way they can. We also staff a small shop to assist those who don't get the chance to get into town before the ceremony and buy their own bubbly and running whites as well as the usual essentials; disposable cameras, & sunglasses!

COACH TOUR TRANSPORT:
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 we operate a regular, free shuttle service from 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.

DEPARTURE / ARRIVAL:
Our coach tours depart from Goldhawk Road, Stamford Brook, London, which is right beside the Stamford Brook tube station on the District Line. Please be there 30-minutes before departure, when staff will be on hand to help you find your coach and check you in. On arrival in Spain, our ground crew will show you to your allocated accommodation before the party begins! All of our flight tours include return flights from London Heathrow with a tour leader to meet you at Heathrow before departure. Our accommodation packages are designed for those who find it inconvenient to depart from London; or those independent travellers that enjoy the challenge of arriving at their destination themselves. Detailed instructions on how to reach the campsite are given to you upon booking confirmation.

>> Pamplona 2008 Tour Itineraries

>> 5 Day Blitz Coach Tour Itinerary: 4th - 8th July 2008 - £225 *SOLD OUT*

Friday 4th July 2008:
Coaches leave London at 7.30pm 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 travelling essentials.

Saturday 5th July 2008:
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 huge party night! Welcome to Spain. Welcome to San Fermin!!

Sunday 6th July 2008:
Opening Ceremony! Today is the biggest day of the Pamplona festival and after breakfast we head into town for the 12pm start. Shuttles run back to El Molino throughout the afternoon and evening finishing after the 11pm end of day fireworks.

Monday 7th July 2008:
Early wake up for the first bull run of 2008 and then back to the camp for brunch. You are free to spend the day relaxing at the campsite, or head back into town for a last look at Pamplona. In the afternoon there is a final chance for sangrias before the trip home. Departure from Spain is 9pm.

Tuesday 8th July 2008:
All good things must come to an end and today the Pamplona tour of 2008 is all over! Expected arrival back in London is 4pm for the end of tour.

>> Tour Package Includes:

Return coach transport including ferry crossings
Quality accommodation (pre erected quality dome tents)
Opening ceremony & first bull run of San Fermin
Free shuttle transfers from camp to Pamps to camp
Bull runners T-shirt
Pamplona bull runners' pannulo (bandanna)
Daily Breakfasts
El Molino – the best campsite in Pamplona – [swimming pool, restaurant, shop, bars, London DJ's, security, riverside location + much more!]
Services of a First Festival Travel Tour Leader

>> Tour Package Excludes:

Personal expenses

Meals unless otherwise stated

Entry visas (South Africans require Schengan visa)


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>> 6 Day Pamps Covered Coach Tour: 4th - 9th July 2008 - £245 *SOLD OUT*

Friday 4th July 2008:
Coaches leave London between 6.30pm and 7.30pm 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 travelling essentials.

Saturday 5th July 2008:
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 huge party night! Welcome to Spain…Welcome to San Fermin!

Sunday 6th July 2008:
Opening Ceremony! Today is the biggest day of the Pamplona festival and after breakfast we head into town for the 12pm start. Shuttles run back to El Molino throughout the afternoon and evening finishing after the 11pm end of day fireworks.

Monday 7th July 2008:
Early wake up for the first bull run of 2008. After the running we take you out to San Sebastian for a day at the beach in this beautif ul city. Returning t o camp in time for the huge last party night. Alternatively if you would like to see more of the festival you can choose not to go out to San Sebastian and spend the afternoon and evening in Pamplona perhaps catching a bull fight or the fantastic fireworks.

Tuesday 8th July 2008:
This is our last day in Spain with an early start for the bull run and then back to the camp for brunch. In the afternoon there is a last chance for sangrias by the pool befo re the trip home. Departure from Spain is 8pm.

Wednesday 9th July 2008:
All good things must come to an end and today the Pamplona tour of 2008 is all over! Expected arrival back in London is 4pm for the end of tour.

>> Tour Package Includes:

Return coach transport including ferry crossings
Quality accommodation (pre erected quality dome tents)
Opening ceremony & first 2 bull runs of San Fermin
Free shuttle transfers from camp to Pamps to camp
San Sebastian beach day excursion
Bull runners T-shirt
Pamplona bull runners' pannulo (bandanna)
Daily Breakfasts
El Molino – the best campsite in Pamplona – [swimming pool, restaurant, shop, bars, London DJs, security, riverside location + much more!]
Services of a First Festival Travel Tour Leader

>> Tour Package Excludes:

Personal expenses

Meals unless otherwise stated

Entry visas (South Africans require Schengan visa)


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>> 7 Day Classic Coach Tour: 3rd - 9th July 2008 - £255

Thursday 3rd July 2008:
Coaches leave London at 7.30pm 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.

Friday 4th July 2008:
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 huge party night. Welcome to Spain - Welcome to San Fermin!

Saturday 5th July 2008:
Today we head into Pamps itself and get orientated. You will have time to shop for your running whites, champagne, eggs, and flour for the opening ceremony! You also have the chance to take a walk down the bull-running route.

Sunday July 6th 2008:
Opening Ceremony! Today is the biggest day of the Pamplona festival and after breakfast we head into town for the 12pm start. Shuttles run back to El Molino throughout the afternoon and evening finishing after the 11pm end of day fireworks.

Monday 7th July 2008:
Early wake up for the first bull run of 2008. After the running we take you out to San Sebastian for a day at the beach in this beautiful city. Returning to camp in time for the huge last party night. Alternatively if you would like to see more of the festival you can choose not to go out to San Sebastian and spend the afternoon and evening in Pamplona perhaps catching a bull fight or the fantastic fireworks.

Tuesday 8th July 2008:
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 8pm.

Wednesday 9th July 2008:
All good things must come to an end and today the Pamps tour is all over! Expected arrival back in London is 4pm for the end of our tour.

>> Tour Package Includes:

Return coach transport including ferry crossings
Quality accommodation (pre erected quality dome tents or bunk bed dorm accommodation)
Opening ceremony & first 2 Bull Runs of San Fermin
Free shuttle transfers from camp to Pamps to camp
San Sebastian beach day excursion
Orientation day in Pamplona before the festival starts
Bull runners T-shirt
Pamplona bull runners' pannulo (bandanna)
Daily Breakfasts
El Molino – the best campsite in Pamplona – [swimming pool, restaurant, shop, bars, London DJs, security, riverside location + much more!]
Services of a First Festival Travel Tour Leader

>> Tour Package Excludes:

Personal expenses

Meals unless otherwise stated

Entry visas (South Africans require Schengan visa)


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>> 7 Day Runners Choice Coach Tour: 4th - 10th July 2008 - £255

Friday 4th July 2008:
Coaches leave London at 7.30pm 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.

Saturday 5th July 2008:
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 huge party night. Welcome to Spain - Welcome to San Fermin!

Sunday July 6th 2008:
Opening Ceremony! Today is the biggest day of the Pamplona festival and after breakfast we head into town for the 12pm start. Shuttles run back to El Molino throughout the afternoon and evening finishing after the 11pm end of day fireworks.

Monday 7th July 2008:
Early wake up for the first bull run of 2008. After the running it's back to El Molino for brunch and some relaxing time by the pool before we head back into Pamplona to enjoy the festival - perhaps see a bullfight or simply enjoy the music, fun and food before the end of day fireworks display.

Tuesday 8th July 2008:
Another early start for the second bull running, after the run we take you out to San Sebastian for a day at the beach in this beautiful city. Returning to camp in time for the huge last party night. Alternatively if you would like to see more of the festival you can choose not to go out to San Sebastian and spend the afternoon and evening in Pamplona soaking up the electric atmosphere.

Wednesday 9th July 2008:
This is our last day in Spain and again an early start for the third bull run! 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 8pm.

Thursday 10th July 2008:
All good things must come to an end and today the Pamps tour is all over! Expected arrival back in London is 4pm for the end of our tour.

>> Tour Package Includes:

Return coach transport including ferry crossings
Quality accommodation (bunk bed dorm accommodation)
Opening ceremony & first THREE bull runs of San Fermin
Free shuttle transfers from camp to Pamps to camp
San Sebastian beach day excursion
Bull runners T-shirt
Pamplona bull runners' pannulo (bandanna)
Daily Breakfasts
El Molino – the best campsite in Pamplona – [swimming pool, restaurant, shop, bars, London DJs, security, riverside location + much more!]
Services of a First Festival Travel Tour Leader

>> Tour Package Excludes:

Personal expenses

Meals unless otherwise stated

Entry visas (South Africans require Schengan visa)


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>> 8 Day Ultimate Paris & Pamps Coach Tour: 2nd - 9th July 2008 - £299

Wednesday 2nd July 2008:
Coaches leave London at 8am and make the journey down to Dover where we board the ferry for the channel crossing to Calais. Once in France we continue the coach journey through to Paris where upon arrival we check-in to our hostel accommodation. After check-in we get together and head out to explore the famous Paris nightlife.

Thursday 3rd July 2008:
Today you have the entire day free to explore Paris. Your tour guide will be on hand to lead you around this amazing city and to ensure you get the most out of your day. Late in the evening [10pm] we join together again and load up the coach for the overnight trip through France to the campsite, El Molino.

Friday 4th July 3rd 2008:
This morning we arrive at our El Molino campsite in Pamplona. After breakfast we will check into our accommodation, and spend the day relaxing by the pool. We are the first group to arrive on camp so today is free reign! This afternoon we will head into the town centre of Pamplona and spend the day getting orientated ahead of the festival. You will have time to shop for your running whites, champagne, eggs, and flour for the opening ceremony! You also have the chance to take a walk down the bull-running route and plan your run!

Saturday 5th July 2008:
An early morning departure to San Sebastian so we can spend the day in this beautiful beach side resort town. You have the day to spend on the beach, shopping, or exploring one of the hundreds of tapas bars before returning to El Molino for a huge party night.

Sunday July 6th 2008:
Opening Ceremony! Today is the biggest day of the Pamplona festival and after breakfast we head into town for the 12pm start. Shuttles run back to El Molino throughout the afternoon and evening finishing after the 11pm end of day fireworks.

Monday 7th July 2008:
Early wake up for the first bull run of 2008. After the running it's back to El Molino for brunch and some relaxing time by the pool before we head back into Pamplona to enjoy the festival - perhaps see a bullfight or simply enjoy the music, fun and food before the end of day fireworks display.

Tuesday 8th July 2008:
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 8pm.

Wednesday 9th July 2008:
All good things must come to an end and today the Pamps tour is all over! Expected arrival back in London is 4pm for the end of our tour.

>> Tour Package Includes:

Return coach transport including ferry crossings
1 night hostel accommodation in Paris
1 full day spent in San Sebastian
5 nights tent accommodation at El Molino campsite in Pamplona
Opening ceremony & first two bull runs of San Fermin
Orientation in Pamplona before festival
Free shuttle transfers from camp to Pamps to camp
Bull runners T-shirt
Pamplona bull runners pannulo (bandanna)
Daily Breakfasts
El Molino – the best campsite in Pamplona – [swimming pool, restaurant, shop, bars, London DJs, security, riverside location + much more!]
Services of a First Festival Travel Tour Leader

>> Tour Package Excludes:

Personal expenses

Meals unless otherwise stated

Entry visas (South Africans require Schengan visa)


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>> 5 Day One Way San Sebastian Drop Coach Tour: 4th - 8th July 2008 - £225 *SOLD OUT*

Friday 4th July 2008:
Coaches leave London at 7.30pm 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 travelling essentials.

Saturday 5th July 2008:
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 huge party night! Welcome to Spain. Welcome to San Fermin!

Sunday 6th July 2008:
Opening Ceremony! Today is the biggest day of the Pamplona festival and after breakfast we head into town for the 12pm start. Shuttles run back to El Molino throughout the afternoon and evening finishing after the 11pm end of day fireworks.

Monday 7th July 2008:
Early wake up for the first bull run of 2008. After the running it's back to El Molino for brunch and some relaxing time by the pool before we head back into Pamplona to enjoy the festival - perhaps see a bullfight or simply enjoy the music, fun and food before the end of day fireworks display.

Tuesday 8th July 2008:
A very full day starting with an early start for the bull run and then back to the camp for brunch. In the afternoon there is last chance for sangrias before the one-way drop to San Sebastian . All good things must come to an end and upon arrival in San Sebastian the Pamplona tour of 2008 is all over! Expected drop off time in San Sebastian is 6pm.

>> Tour Package Includes:

Coach transport including ferry crossing
One way drop off in San Sebastian at the conclusion of the tour
Quality accommodation (pre erected quality dome tents)
Opening ceremony & first 2 Bull Runs of San Fermin
Free shuttle transfers from camp to Pamps to camp
Bull runners T-shirt
Pamplona bull runners' pannulo (bandanna)
Daily Breakfasts
El Molino – the best campsite in Pamplona – [swimming pool, restaurant, shop, bars, London DJs, security, riverside location + much more!]
Services of a First Festival Travel Tour Leader

>> Tour Package Excludes:

Personal expenses

Meals unless otherwise stated

Entry visas (South Africans require Schengan visa)


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>> 4 Day Ultimate Flight Tour: 5th - 8th July 2008 - £470 *SOLD OUT*

Saturday 5th July 2008:
Our tour group will meet at Heathrow Airport at 9am for our flight to Bilbao International Airport in Spain where on arrival you will be transferred by coach direct to the campsite ready to hit the pool (and the bar) with live DJ's having already started! Welcome to Spain…Welcome to San Fermin!

Sunday 6th July 2008:
Opening Ceremony! Today is the biggest day of the Pamplona festival and after breakfast we head into town for the 12pm start. Shuttles run back to El Molino throughout the afternoon and evening finishing after the 11pm end of day fireworks.

Monday 7th July 2008:
Early wake up for the first bull run of 2008. After the running it's back to El Molino for brunch and some relaxing time by the pool before we head back into Pamplona to enjoy the festival. Tonight provides the perfect opportunity to catch the fireworks display or to catch a bullfight. Alternatively, if you would prefer to squeeze in an afternoon at the beach you have the option to go to San Sebastian.

Tuesday 8th July 2008:
Another early wake up for the second bull run of 2008. We take you into town and back to camp after the running for brunch after which we have time in the afternoon to relax by the pool with a few final sangrias before we depart the campsite for our return flight from Bilbao at 5.40pm. Our scheduled arrival into Heathrow is 9.15pm for the end of tour.

>> Tour Package Includes:

Return flights London Heathrow – Bilbao incl. return airport – campsite coach transfers
Quality accommodation (pre erected quality dome tents)
Opening ceremony & two bull runs of San Fermin
Free festival shuttle transfers from camp to Pamps to camp
Bull runners T-shirt
Pamplona bull runners pannulo (bandanna)
Daily Breakfasts
El Molino – the best camp in Pamplona – [swimming pool, restaurant, shop, bars, London DJs, security, riverside location + much more!]
Services of a First Festival Travel Tour Leader

>> Tour Package Excludes:

Personal expenses

Meals unless otherwise stated

Entry visas (South Africans require Schengan visa)


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>> One Way Option on any Return Coach Tour : £15 Discount *SOLD OUT*

This option is for those booked onto a coach tour who wish to carry on travelling after San Fermin or for those who wish to meet the coach tour at the campsite and return to London at the end.

Please note that the office must be informed of your ‘one way' plans upon booking in order to receive a £15 discount on any of the above return coach tours. This offer is limited to 50 bookers only – first in first served.


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>> Post Tour Transfer : Pamplona to Barcelona or Madrid : Tues. 8th July : £45

Planning on travelling further after San Fermin? Why not jump on board one of our transfers to the fabulous city of Barcelona or head south to the capital of Spain, Madrid.

Our transfers depart from Pamplona early afternoon on Tuesday the 8th July, arriving into Barcelona and Madrid early evening, dropping you off in the city center.

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>> 3 Night Campsite Accommodation Package: 5th - 8th July 2008 - £115 *SOLD OUT*

Saturday July 5th 2008:
Arrival at El Molino campsite for check in at any time after 10am. After checking into your accommodation you have the day free to lounge by the pool and settle in before a huge party night! Welcome to Spain...Welcome to San Fermin! [Please advise our office if you are checking in after midnight.]

Sunday July 6th 2008:
Opening Ceremony! Today is the biggest day of the Pamplona festival and after breakfast we head into town for the 12pm start. Shuttles run back to El Molino throughout the afternoon and evening finishing after the 11pm end of day fireworks.

Monday July 7th 2008:
Early wake up for the first bull run of 2008. After the running we take you back to El Molino for brunch, and then you are free to use the free shuttle service to spend the day in Pamplona or at the campsite...the choice is yours!

We are offering our accommodation passengers the chance to spend the afternoon in the beautiful seaside city of San Sebastian. Departing from Pamplona after the bull run and returning to the campsite early evening. Please see details of our San Sebastian Beach Excursion.

Tuesday July 8th 2008:
Another early start today for the second Bull Run of 2008 and then back to the camp for brunch. All good things must come to an end and today the Pamplona accommodation package concludes! Check out of the campsite is midday... Happy Travelling!

Please Note: You are more than welcome to extend your stay for an extra night at a cost of £25 per person, per night or you can jump on board our transfers to Barcelona or Madrid, click here for details

>> Package Includes:

3 nights quality twin share accommodation (pre erected quality dome tents)
Opening Ceremony & 2 San Fermin bull runs
Free shuttle transfers from camp to Pamps to camp
Bull runners T-shirt
Pamplona bull runners' pannulo (bandanna)
Daily Breakfasts
El Molino – the best campsite in Pamplona – [swimming pool, restaurant, shop, bars, London DJs, security, riverside location + much more!]
Services of the on-site First Festival Travel Tour Leaders

>> Package Excludes:

Personal expenses

Meals unless otherwise stated

Transport to and from El Molino campsite

San Sebastian beach day excursion

Entry visas (South Africans require Schengan visa)


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>> 5 Night Campsite Package: 4th - 9th July 2008 - £150

Friday July 4th 2008:
Arrival at El Molino campsite for check in at any time after 10am. After checking into your accommodation you have the day free to lounge by the pool and settle in before a huge party night! [Please advise our office if you are checking in after midnight.]

Saturday July 5th 2008:
Today you are free to lounge by the pool, sleep in or walk up to the quaint village of Mendigorria. There is no official shuttle service operating until the festival begins tomorrow but there are limited local buses running into Pamps and back. Tonight is the biggest night of the week on the campsite so be prepared but make sure you wake up for tomorrow's mayhem!

Sunday July 6th 2008:
Opening Ceremony! Today is the biggest day of the Pamplona festival and after breakfast we head into town for the 12pm start. Shuttles run back to El Molino throughout the afternoon and evening finishing after the 11pm end of day fireworks.

Monday July 7th 2008:
Early wake up for the first bull run of 2008. After the running we take you back to El Molino for brunch, and then you are free to use the free shuttle service to spend the day in Pamplona or at the campsite…the choice is yours!

We are offering our accommodation passengers the chance to spend the afternoon in the beautiful seaside city of San Sebastian. Departing from Pamplona after the bull run and returning to the campsite early evening. Please see details below of our San Sebastian Beach Excursion.

Tuesday July 8th 2008:
Another early start for the second Bull Run of 2008 and then back to the camp for brunch. Spend the afternoon lounging by the pool or head back in to town for more festival fun!

Wednesday July 9th 2008:
Another early start for the third Bull Run of 2008 and then back to the camp for brunch. All good things must come to an end and today the Pamplona accommodation package concludes! Check out of the campsite by midday…Happy Travelling!

>> Package Includes:

5 nights quality twin share accommodation (choice of pre erected quality dome tents or dorm accommodation)
Opening Ceremony & first THREE San Fermin bull runs
Free shuttle transfers from camp to Pamps to camp
Bull runners T-shirt
Pamplona bull runners' pannulo (bandanna)
Daily Breakfasts
El Molino – the best campsite in Pamplona – [swimming pool, restaurant, shop, bars, London DJs, security, riverside location + much more!]
Services of the on-site First Festival Travel Tour Leaders

>> Package Excludes:

Personal expenses

Meals unless otherwise stated

Transport to and from El Molino campsite

San Sebastian beach day excursion

Entry visas (South Africans require Schengan visa)


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>> San Sebastian Beach Excursion: Monday 7th July : £20

After the excitement of the first bull run of San Fermin 2008 chill out in the beachside resort city of San Sebastian. Spend the afternoon on the beach, shopping or in one of the many tapas bars before returning to El Molino for yet another big party night.

This excursion will be departing from Pamplona straight after the bull run so be sure to bring your swim wear and towel with you when you leave camp in the morning.

Please also note that upon arrival back at the campsite it is not possible to go back into Pamplona for the evening on the festival shuttles.

>> Package Includes:

Coach transport from Pamplona to San Sebastian returning to El Molino Campsite
Services of a First Festival Tour Leader


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>> Bungalow Upgrade Opportunities : fr. £125 per person *SOLD OUT*

For those who aren't that excited about ‘camping' then we have an upgrade option to suit!

Upgrade your accommodation to a bungalow for the ultimate luxury stay at Camping El Molino. Each Bungalow sleeps 4 – 5 people and has it's own kitchen, bathroom & balcony.

> Upgrade to a Bungalow on any tour package : £125 per person [5 night stay]
If you have less than 4 people wishing to upgrade then we will buddy you up with other like-minded travellers.

> Group Upgrade to a Private Bungalow: £400 per group [5 night stay]
If you have a group of 4 – 5 people wishing to upgrade, then you will be placed in your own private Bungalow.

>> Package Includes:

Quality Bungalow Accommodation with bed, kitchen, bathroom & balcony


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>> Balcony Bull Running Viewing Packages : fr. £65 - £85

Don't fight the crowds to get a view of the bull run. The only way to guarantee a clear view of the run is to watch it from a private balcony. Especially beneficial for those keen to record the event on film or video. Also great for people allergic to tight crowds!

We have secured a limited number of placements on a private balcony along the bull running course.

There are only 10 places available each morning of the bull run from the 7th - 9th July so it's first in first served for the best view of the bull run.

Monday 7th July - £85

Tuesday 8th July 2008 - £85 per person

Wednesday 9th July 2008 - £65

>> Package Includes:

Return shuttle transport from El Molino
Balcony position to watch the bull run + TV to watch the morning's events live
Sparkling wine, tea, coffee and biscuits


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