Matilda

Matilda

Matilda

Visiting: United Kingdom

Tour operator:

Omega Breaks

Tour code:

8727

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Interests:

Cultural, Theatre

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Tour Overview

Inspired by Roald Dahl’s beloved children’s novel, Matilda the Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company. With sparkling writing by Dennis Kelly and outstanding songs by the celebrated composer and lyricist Tim Minchin, the musical adds a new dimension to this family favourite. Original songs, creative sets, an extraordinary cast and phenomenal choreography combine to create a musical triumph which revels in the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination.

Recipient of over 85 international awards, Matilda tells the story of an incredibly intelligent young girl who dares to change her destiny, even if it means being a little bit naughty! All of the recognisable scenes from Dahl’s brilliant novel remain, from Amanda being whizzed across the stage by her pigtails to Bruce being made to eat a giant chocolate cake. Witty and exuberant, this musical truly sets Dahl’s tale alight to produce what The Sunday Times calls “the stand-out musical of the decade”!

Itinerary

Day 1: Take the train to London from your local station. Spend the day at your leisure exploring the city, then check in to your hotel in the afternoon. Enjoy the evening performance at the theatre, before returning to the hotel for your overnight stay.

Day 2: Start the day with breakfast at the hotel, then your time is your own to explore London. From a trip on the London Eye, to a spot of shopping on Oxford Street or a stroll through Hyde Park – there is plenty to do. Afterwards, make your way to the station for your train home.



What's Included

  • 4-star Tower Hotel with full English breakfast
  • Upper Circle ticket (evening performance)
  • Free time in London for shopping & sightseeing

Accommodation

Choice of Hotels

Tower Hotel - London
The Tower Hotel overlooks the River Thames and is neighbour to some of the city’s most iconic sights including St Katharine Docks, Tower Bridge and the Tower of London. The hotel is a 7-minute walk from Tower Hill tube station and Tower Gateway DLR and there are also bus and river links nearby. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, a bar and lounge as well as a fitness centre. Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.  Room amenities include air conditioning, flat screen TV with Freeview, tea and coffee-making facilities and a safe.

Choose to stay at the Crowne Plaza London – King’s Cross or the Holiday Inn Regent’s Park at a supplement. Please call for details.

Crowne Plaza London – King’s Cross
Conveniently situated between the West End and the City of London, this centrally located hotel is approximately one mile from Euston station and within a ten-minute walk of three tube stations. The comfortable bedrooms have air conditioning, satellite TV, tea and coffee-making facilities as well as a private bathroom. The hotel also boasts two restaurants in addition to a fitness centre and health spa with an indoor swimming pool.

Holiday Inn Regent’s Park
Located just a five-minute walk from Regent’s Park in central London, the Holiday Inn Regent’s Park is very well connected with three tube stations and Euston station within easy walking distance. This modern hotel offers a bar and restaurant and the rooms all include air-conditioning, flat-screen TV along with complimentary tea and coffee-making facilities.

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Reviews of this Operator

karen james (Google Reviewer)  

Went on northern lights tour....

19-Mar-2023

Went on northern lights tour. Amazing and the commentary fro. Pete Lawrence was so knowledgeable. Will book again

donna holder (Google Reviewer)  

Couldn't fault our weekend break...

18-Jul-2022

Couldn't fault our weekend break to see a show in London.Reg our coach driver went above and beyond to make sure everyone was happy,Lovely man.

Lesley Almond (Google Reviewer)  

Went to London to see...

08-Dec-2019

Went to London to see white christmas on the 7th December 2019 then shopping Sunday, the weekend was brilliant, hotel was lovely and the food and room were great, our coach driver was a lovely man and very helpful would recommend omega travel, would definately travel with them again.

M UK567 (Google Reviewer)  

The Northern Lights tour was...

11-Feb-2024

The Northern Lights tour was very disappointing. Whilst I appreciate seeing the lights isn't guaranteed, the overall experience was poor. Hotel presentation was amateur, too long and could have been done beforehand rather than awkwardly near to the airport. The flight was 45minutes delayed because of catering. Food was not needed on a 3.5hour flight (sandwiches were served at 11pm...) and this delay - coupled with the delay on landing for the doors not being able to be opened - caused us to miss the last train out of Gatwick and so we had to spend £80 on a taxi home. The designation for seats was also poor, with some people allowed to book two window seats, meaning both members of a party got the extra view on the way up and down, whereas those in middle or aisle seats had only limited time during the 'rotations.' All in all, this was felt like an amateurish run tour with an unsuccessful trip. The only saving grace was the astronomer host, who was excellent.

margaret gaiger (Google Reviewer)  

Booked London theatre trip...

01-Oct-2022

Booked London theatre trip for 8 of us not impressed with driver Travis no communication no recollection of numbers of people travelling told us pick up points then was opposite side of road no check on people getting back on coach left without two had stop coach too much time on coach compared to some very disappointed on the upside hotel nice

Sarah Grimwood (Google Reviewer)  

We did not get to...

03-Oct-2022

We did not get to see the show as the stand in driver took the wrong route back into London after picking us up from the hotel there was a coach of 46 very disappointed people

karen sands (Google Reviewer)  

Sorry to write a bad...

19-Jun-2020

Sorry to write a bad review for a small business, but due to COVID, my trip was cancelled. I've tried to get a refund, as I'm entitled to by law. Firstly I was told for weeks that no refunds would be given, then I was told that I could have a refund but they didn't have the cash right now (join the club) and 3 months later I still don't have my refund. I wouldn't book again because my trust has completely gone. I shouldn't have to wait until they have the money for the refund, the money shouldn't be spent until the trip has taken place. These are challenging times and the way businesses handle their affairs is going to be make or break for the future. I support smaller businesses wherever I can, but this has put me off.

Helen Darnell (Google Reviewer)  

Northern Lights trip from Gatwick...

17-Jan-2022

Northern Lights trip from Gatwick on 5th November 2021. Booked three seats for comfort and social distancing and paid extra to do so. This was not offered and another person enjoyed our third seat for the duration of the trip. Getting a refund is nigh on impossible and I have been in correspondence with Omega since 9th November 2021 with various excuses including it takes 6/8 weeks for refunds to be authorised. I have now received a reply (17th January 2022) stating that the flight was overbooked ? and I would get my refund in (wait for it) 6/8 weeks ! I have contacted Trading Standards and they tell me refunds should be offered within 28 days/or 14 days if you paid by card they have noted my complaint. This company is a joke so stay well away my personal opinion is that they are using customers funds to keep trading and have a cash flow problem.

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    At 730 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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