| Departing Mon 22nd March for 5 days
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The Garden Isle
The Isle of Wight at the 2* Parkbury Hotel, Sandown
This relaxing holiday is to the beautiful Garden Isle, the Isle of Wight. At just 23 miles lond, 13 miles wide and 4 miles from mainland, you’ll find spectacular countryside and superb sandy beaches. This island is packed full of suprises.
Day 1: After our morning pick ups we depart our local area for the journey to the ferry port of Portsmouth. Making appropriate stops en-route for your comfort; we arrive in port for an early afternoon crossing to Fishbourne, and travel onward to the hotel with time to relax before dinner. The Parkbury is conveniently located only a few minutes from Sandown’s busy centre, seafront promenade and lively leisure centre.
Day 2: Today after breakfast we travel across the downs to Newport, the capital of the island. Here we have free time to stroll through the market or just sit and relax by the river. After lunch we leave Newport for short journey to Godshill known as the prettiest village on the island.
Day 3: Today’s excursion is a half day tour taking us to the town of Ryde. With its 1/2 mile long pier and lovely promenade there is something for everyone.
Day 4: We depart today for an island tour taking in the sights such as Shanklin, The Needles and the Port of Yarmouth.
Day 5: Today we journey home stopping en-route for comfort stops, we arrive home late afternoon.
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£185 per person
No single supplement
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| Departing Sun 4th April for 6 days
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Manx Explorer
Isle of Man at the 3* Rutland Hotel, Douglas
Our first trip to the beautiful Isle of Man. With stunning views and plenty to do, the Isle of Man offers the perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment.
Day 1: After local pick ups we travel into Lancashire to our overnight hotel the Holiday Inn, Preston.
Day 2: After breakfast we travel to the port of Heysham for the early afternoon crossing to the Isle of Man, we then continue to our hotel in Douglas.
Day 3: A full day excursion today with a local guide. We visit Laxey for a view of “Lady Isabella” the world’s largest working water wheel and perhaps the best known image of the island. Afterwards time is available for a optional ride on the Snaefell mountain railway offering a spectacular climb to the island’s highest point of 2036ft. Later we continue to Ramsey main town on the North of the island.
Day 4: A morning excursion with a friendly local guide takes us across the island of the sleepy Manx Town, with its dramatic castle. A tour of the Moores Traditional Museum is included and visitors can witness the curing of Manx Kipper with oak chips. Afternoon free in Douglas.
Day 5: Today we tour the South of the Island and the ancient capital of Castle Town before continuing to the Cregneash Folk Museum for an included visit. We then return with the wonderful views across Calf Sound and Port Erin.
Day 6: We make the short transfer to port for our morning crossing to Heysham and then head homeward. We arrive home mid evening. |
£390 per person
Single room supplement £62
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| Departing Sun 11th April for 7 days
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Spring Gardens
Cornwall at the 2* Eliot Hotel, Newquay
Staying at the resort of Newquay and at the comfortable Eliot Hotel situated just off the promenade and a short distance from the town centre.
Day 1: After local pick ups we travel south to our chosen resort of Newquay. We make appropriate stops en-route for your comfort and arrive in good time for you to refresh at the clean and spacious hotel before dinner.
Day 2: After breakfast today we make our way to the stunning Lost Gardens of Heligan. Recently reclaimed it is now host to many diverse garden arrangements. Later after free time at the gardens we depart for the short journey to the quaint fishing port of Mevagissey. Returning later to our hotel with time to refresh before dinner.
Day 3: Today’s excursion sees us follow the coast north to the pretty town of Padstow, renowned for its culinary delights produced byb local chef Rick Stein.
Day 4: Time to relax at your leisure with a free day in the resort.
Day 5: Today sees us take a trip to the capital of Cornwall, Truro, where you can explore the many shops and green spaces or why not enjoy a visit to the beautiful cathedral.
Day 6: Today’s highlight is the fantastic Eden Project.
Day 7: Today we make our way home. |
£290 per person
Single room supplement £62
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| Departing Fri 23rd April for 4 days |
Longleat T.V’s Favourite Animal Park
Staying at the 3* Best Western, Limpley Stoke
Enjoy the wild sights and sounds of the safari park, and close encounters with some of the world’s most amazing animals at the fantastic Longleat House in Wiltshire. Viewing the exotic wildlife from the comfort of our coach is the perfect way to experience this adventure with the stunning collection of wildlife.
Day 1: After local pick ups we make our way to the historic city of Bath, England’s 2nd World Heritage Site. Here you will have free time to explore many sights the city has to offer. As an optional extra cost of approx 1 1/2 hours. Later in the afternoon we transfer to our hotel with time to refresh before dinner.
Day 2: After breakfast we make our way to Monkey World better known as Monkey Business on television. Here you will see many of the famous chimps such as Charlie and Tuan the Orangutan.
Day 3: We depart our hotel for the short journey to Longleat (TV’s Animal Park). Upon our arrival we drive the animal safari (due to vehicle damage we do not enter the monkey enclosure). Afterwards enjoy free time to explore the park before we return to our hotel for dinner.
Day 4: We travel homeward stopping en-route for some free time in the city of dreaming spires Oxford. We aim to arrive home early evening. |
£198 per person
Single room supplement £15 p. person p. night
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| Departing Fri 30th April for 4 days |
Dales, Rails & Lakes
Peak/ Lake District at 3* Best Western Shap Wells, Nr Penrith
What better way to get the most of the stunning scenery of the Yorkshire Dales, the Lake District and the Peak District than roaming and relaxing coach trip?! With stops in towns with cobbled streets and a leisurely cruise through the beautiful landscape, you can soak up all the views as our route is specially selected for your pleasure and enjoyment.
Day 1: After local pick ups we travel north through the majestic Peak District, stopping at Bakewell for lunch. After free time here we continue north to our hotel in the hills near Penrith.
Day 2: After breakfast today we make our way up to Carlisle to join the train for the scenic journey to Settle. On arrival in Settle village you will be met by your coach and taken into Settle village for free time. After lunch we depart for Grassington, a beautiful village with a cobbled square set amidst the foothills of the rolling Yorkshire Dales. We return to our hotel later in time to refresh before dinner.
Day 3: Today’s journey takes us into the wonderful Lake District, stopping at places such a Keswick, Grassmere and Bowness. We return to our hotel later in the day in time for dinner.
Day 4: Today we make our way homeward travelling through the Yorkshire Dales Stopping at Skipton for lunch before continuing on to join the great North road home. |
£210 per person
Single supplement £15 p. person p. night
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