Gardiners NMC 2018 Brochure by Chris Pangburn

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“Experience the difference”

UK & C o n t i n e n t a l Coach H o l i d a y s 2 0 1 8 n n3

Local Family Company

Star Plus Quality Hotels

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Hidden Extras

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Dear Valued Customer, Welcome to our 2018 brochure, since last year we have been issuing this in October and supplementing it throughout the year with regular newsletters. Feedback on this method has proved very positive, organising a last minute break, thinking about one season at a time, having the newsletter as a reminder of all that’s on oﬀer and special deals as and when they arise. As usual we have carefully selected the tours for this brochure, retaining those that are popular and introducing some new and exciting tours. Our brochure is arranged in themes, then on the back page, date order, making it easier for you to select the tour that is right for you! Our Travel Club is still excellent value for money. For an annual fee of £25 members receive a welcome pack, low deposit, discounts, late late deals, priority mailing, two travel Club Mystery Weekends, plus…you get 4% credit from your annual spend on coach holidays back next year. We are introducing new feedback sheets and as always, we welcome your comments, suggestions and ideas. The team and I would like to thank you for your continued support and look forward to welcoming onboard in the near future. Kind regards Adrian smith FCiLt

Travel Club Benefits Join our Travel Club for only £25.00 per person and you will receive our welcome pack which includes an introduction and welcome letter, pen, travel pillow and a selection of special offers and discounts which include: Low Deposits As a travel club member take advantage of our low deposit scheme, instead of the £30 or 10% deposit per person you only pay £20 deposit per person per tour. Advanced Booking Discount Take advantage of our “Advanced Booking Scheme”, if you book any holiday 6 months in advance you will receive a 5% discount off the price of your holiday. Priority Mailing Your brochure and newsletters will be prepared and posted first.

Loyalty reward scheme When you join our new and improved travel club you will qualify for our “Loyalty Reward Scheme”. The reward scheme is based on your previous year’s annual spend as a travel club member, when you renew your membership we will calculate how much you spent and credit 4% of the value, off your next holiday or two! Late deals From time to time we have the opportunity to offer tours at special discounted rates, this maybe late availability or due to a cancellation, these deals are offered exclusively to travel club members. 6th tour exclusive offer When you book 6 tours in a year in addition to your other benefits you will receive a 2 day Mystery Tour for only £39.00 per person.

GArDiners nMC 18 Coopies Haugh Coopies Lane Industrial Estate, Morpeth Northumberland NE61 6JN Tel: 01670 519 952 Email: info@gardinersnmc.co.uk

DePArture Points

We oﬀer a choice of local departure points throughout the north east. We endeavour to keep departure times to a minimum, on occasion we may use people carriers to transfer passengers to the coach. Nearer to departure we may remove pick up points that are not in use, therefore early booking is recommended. northumberland Ashington: Nisa Blyth: Library Cramlington: Manor Walks Morpeth: Bus Station newbiggin by the sea: Dixons Corner tyne and Wear newcastle: Bewick Street opposite Central Station south shields: Keppel Street Bus Station sunderland: Park Lane Bus Station Washington: The Galleries Bus Station Whitley Bay: Outside B&M Store, Whitley Road County Durham Bishop Auckland: Bus Station Chester le street: Market Place (South Burns) Darlington: opposite the Town Hall Durham: Sutton Street (near County Hospital) Ferryhill: Market Place newton Aycliﬀe: Town Centre (St. Clare’s) Peterlee: Bus Station spennymoor: Town Hall teesside Billingham: The Swan Hotel Hartlepool: The Grand Hotel Middlesbrough: The Bus Station (upper level lounge) stockton: The Swallow Hotel north Yorkshire northallerton: The Buck Inn, High Street thirsk: Coach Park

trAveL AGents

In addition to our own travel shop, we have a selection of agents conveniently located throughout the north east, they include: Arriva travel shops: Newcastle and Middlesbrough Bishop trains: Bishop Auckland Dawson and sanderson: throughout the north east Go north east travel shop: Washington Hays travel: throughout the north east spear travel: Stokesley, Northallerton, Leyburn stagecoach travel shop: Stockton tates travel: Sunderland

COACH TOURISM

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Westoe travel: South Shields

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Here at Gardiners NMC we are keen for all our customers to “Experience the Diﬀerence” and with this in mind we are always looking for ways to improve… WeLCoMe GooDie BAG On all our coach holidays you will receive a Complimentary Goodie Bag, just a little something to help enhance your journey with us.

FLeet ADDition We have added a Neoplan Starliner to our fleet, as you can see it is a futuristic looking vehicle that offers the same high specification and increased leg room as our others.

neW AnD iMProveD WeBsite Technology does not stand still, nor do we!! We are working with our web designers to bring you a new and improved site that will be easier for you to navigate and search for that “all important holiday”. CoACH iMProveMents All of our tour coaches will be fitted with Wi-Fi, we are offering this service Free of Charge on all our UK holidays. Your wellbeing is high on our agenda. We have installed Automatic Hand sanitizers at the front door of our tour coaches. Feel free to use these when you get on or off the coach.

FinAnCiAL PeACe oF MinD Gardiners NMC are members of the Bonded Coach Holiday Group of the Confederation of Passenger Transport UK Ltd. This is a government approved consumer protection scheme. This ensures that in relation to the coach package holidays described in this brochure (or website) that the clients’ monies are protected by a Bond which may be called upon in the unlikely event of the member’s insolvency. Clients are recommended to inspect the current membership certificate at our registered office or alternatively go to www.bch-uk.org or telephone 0207 240 3131 to confirm current membership. Your attention is also drawn to the Bonded Coach Holiday Group Trading Charter that will apply to these coach package holidays.

GrouP trAveL

As a family company we are proud of our standards and services. Our group travel team is dedicated to providing quality coach tours throughout the UK, Ireland and Europe, they oﬀer a wide portfolio of tours and considerable knowledge and experience. We are committed to oﬀering the best customer service, fresh and original itineraries, attention to detail and value for money. To ensure you receive the best deal possible, why not give us a call on:

01670 519 952

PAYMents We accept all major credit and debit cards, cheques and even good old fashioned cash!!! (Credit cards incur a 2.5% charge)

CoACHes All of our coaches oﬀer air-conditioning, toilet and washroom, reclining seats, hot and cold drink facilities and TV/DVD/CD players as standard.

The perfect gift for family and friends, at any time of year, available in denominations of £10. Please call in store or telephone us for more details.

Beneﬁts include:

4 Group organiser incentives including free places

Door to Door CoLLeCtion** For a small charge one of our vehicles or contractors will collect you from your home and transfer you to your coach, taking away the stress of arranging your own transport or asking friends and family to drop you oﬀ and pick you up. On the return journey we transfer you back to your home. Due to the popularity of this service we recommend you take up the option at the time of booking. **This service is only available on holidays of 3 days or more in duration

4 Good quality accommodation to suit your group

4 Free personalised marketing literature 4 Tailor made itineraries

4 Pre-booked entrance to places of interest 4 Personal, professional service throughout 4 BCH bonding for ﬁnancial peace of mind

Visit us 24 hours a day on our secure website: www.gardinersnmc.co.uk

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FoLLoW us on FACeBooK AnD tWitter Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for all our latest news, views and special deals by searching: Gardiners NMC on Facebook or @gardinersnmc on Twitter

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Mystery Weekend 2 DAYs

our HoteL: GooD stAnDArD HHH All hotels used for our mystery weekends are a minimum 3 star standard. They offer a restaurant, bar and lift or ground floor rooms. All rooms will offer en-suite bathroom, tea/coffee making facilities, remote control colour TV and telephone. Some of our mystery hotels offer leisure facilities, so don’t forget to pack your swimsuit, just in case! our Mystery Weekends are extremely popular and offer an amazing variety, with our network of hotels spread all across the country, each tour visits interesting destinations, ensuring that one Mystery Weekend is not the same as the next! We look back over this tours last 12 months to try and avoid you re-visiting the same destination. unfortunately this is not possible on travel Agent bookings.

eXCursions inCLuDeD saturday Head off for your weekend away, call off this morning for a comfort stop and visit at ????????. This afternoon we head to your second destination ensuring plenty of time to explore and look at the ?????-????? This afternoon we continue on to the hotel arriving in goodtime to unpack before dinner this evening. sunday Following a leisurely breakfast, it’s time to depart the hotel and let the mystery begin again. Today will there be one, two or three visits? You’ll have to join us to find out!

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10th February

£59

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24th February

£59

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17th March

£64

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24th March

£64

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7th April

£64

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28th April

£64

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12th May

£64

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2nd June

£64

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23rd June

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21st July

£64

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8th September

£64

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22nd September

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6th October

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27th October

£64

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3rd November

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Later today and fully informed, we begin heading for home arriving back early evening.

What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to mystery locations

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The Harry Potter Experience

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Warner Bros studio Following an early morning start the coach heads to Warner Bros studio where for the ﬁrst time the doors have been opened to where Harry Potter ﬁrst began. You’ll have the chance to go behind-the-scenes and see many things the camera never showed.

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iBis LonDon HeAtHroW HHH Our hotel is just outside of London; the en-suite bedrooms are individually themed and oﬀer comfortable beds, hairdryer, toiletries, tea and coﬀee making facilities, TV and Wi-Fi. There is a 24 hour bar and restaurant. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast • Visit with entrance to Warner Bros Studio • Guided ‘Harry Potter Tour of London’

London and a Guided tour We set oﬀ on a ‘Harry Potter’ tour of London, our Blue Badge Guide takes us round the city as we visit Platform 9 ¾, 12 Grimmaud Place and sites used for the Leaky Cauldron Pub. You will see some of London’s other famous attractions en-route. After the tour enjoy a little DePArtures ADuLt PriCe CHiLD PriCe free time in London. £139 £129 5th April 2018

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9th August 2018

£155

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23rd October 2018

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Travel Club Mystery Weekend

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Join us for a mystery weekend of fun and frivolity with the staff from Gardiners NMC. Including Company Directors, Management and the reservation team a fun weekend away will be had by all! Our September Travel Club Mystery will be the official brochure launch and the January weekend will be a New Year reunion offering both an update on any late deals and also a treat or two! We will visit interesting ‘mystery’ locations on both days, enjoy a bucks fizz reception and a sneaky preview and presentation of our brand new brochure and special deals!

A GooD stAnDArD HoteL HHH Our hotel will be minimum 3* standard and oﬀer a restaurant, bar and a lift or ground ﬂoor rooms. What’s included • Local pick ups • Luxury coach travel • 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast • Minimum three star hotel • Visit to mystery locations • Preview of the new brochure

We look back over this tours last 12 months to try and avoid you re-visiting the same destination. DePArtures PriCe Unfortunately this is not possible on £49 13th January 2018 Travel Agent bookings. 29th September 2018 £49

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Cadbury World and Drayton Manor theme Park Depart local pick up points early this morning and travel West Midlands to Drayton Manor theme Park, with entrance included you can explore the legendary and intense rides. Younger visitors will Safari Park enjoy the famous thomas Land and Drayton Manor Zoo.

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Alton towers This morning we make the short journey to Alton towers with entrance also included there’s so much going on. Enjoy the great attractions and white knuckle roller coaster rides, special events and for the younger ones there is the new CBeebies Land. Alton Towers is the perfect destination for a family day DePArtures ADuLt PriCe out. We depart the park late afternoon and head 31st May 2018 £129 for home, arriving back in £135 20th August 2018 to the local area late evening. 22nd October 2018 £135

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Best Western BArons Court HoteL, WALsALL HHH Set in the heartlands of England and near Walsall Wood, this hotel building dates back to 1901. The hotel offers en-suite rooms with tea/coffee facilities, flat screen TV and free Wi-Fi. There is a friendly bar and restaurant and a lift to some floors. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 1 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Entrance in to Cadbury World and West Midland Safari Park

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Blackpool Seaside Fun and Chester Zoo

eXCursions inCLuDeD Blackpool The world famous, seaside resort oﬀers so much to do! Check out the Blackpool Pleasure Beach, an amusement park which oﬀers a unique blend of legendary rides and famous shows. Visit the landmark Blackpool Tower which houses a circus, a glass viewing platform and the Tower Ballroom or take a stroll along the beach and pay a visit to Madam Tussauds and its famous cast!

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Chester Zoo Today we make our way to Chester Zoo, the UK’s number one zoo! Chester boasts over 7000 animals and 400 diﬀerent species, including some of the most endangered species on the planet. The 110-acre Zoo is an all-year round favourite attraction for all ages!

What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast • Free time in Blackpool • Entrance in to Chester Zoo

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Drayton Manor

eXCursions inCLuDeD Drayton Manor theme Park Depart local pick up points early this morning and travel to Drayton Manor theme Park, with entrance included you can explore the legendary and intense rides. Younger visitors will enjoy the famous thomas Land and Drayton Manor Zoo.

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Alton Towers with new CBeebies Land

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Alton towers This morning we make the short journey to Alton towers with entrance also included there’s so much going on. Enjoy the great attractions and white knuckle roller coaster rides, special events and for the younger ones there is the new CBeebies Land. Alton Towers is the perfect destination for a family day out. We depart the park late afternoon and head for home, arriving back in to the local area late evening.

HALLMArK HoteL DerBY MiDLAnD HHHH Situated within walking distance of the city centre, this 4* hotel was the first purpose built railway hotel in the country. 150 years on it has retained its charm but is very much in the 21st century. It has a brasserie restaurant, lounge and bar. The en-suite rooms are comfortable and have a TV, tea/coffee making facilities and Wi-Fi. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast • Entrance in to Drayton Manor and Alton Towers

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MiniMuM HHH GooD stAnDArD Enjoy our hand-picked minimum 3* standard which will offer a restaurant, bar and lift or ground floor rooms. All rooms will offer en-suite bathrooms, tea/coffee facilities, TV and telephone. The hotel will have a lift or ground floor rooms.

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Vintage Treat and Luxury in Blackpool 2 DAY

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travel to Blackpool, Dinner and 1940’s show This afternoon we arrive in Blackpool and tea/coffee will be served at the Hilton. After a relaxing afternoon, perhaps enjoy a walk on the beach or visit the lively and bustling town centre. This evening we enjoy a quality buffet dinner followed by tea or coffee, then take your seat for a special 1940’s show, starring Chris Lloyd and his special guest and enjoy great songs and nostalgia from the era.

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vintage tram ride and tower Ballroom Wurlitzer tea Dance After a full English buffet style breakfast and a relaxed morning, travel by vintage tram direct from the hotel along Blackpool’s famous promenade, before arriving at the historic Blackpool tower Ballroom. Take your seat for a Wurlitzer Afternoon Tea Dance including sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam with a freshly brewed pot of tea or coffee. Listen to the famous sounds of the Wurlitzer organ, be spun around by your partner on one of the most famous dance floors in the world or simply relax and enjoy the atmosphere in this iconic ballroom before you begin your journey home.

HiLton HoteL, BLACKPooL HHHH Located on Blackpool’s famous promenade our hotel offers a restaurant and lounge bar. The hotel also boasts a full leisure club, you can swim in the heated pool, work out in the 24-hour fitness centre or de-stress in the relaxing sauna. All rooms are en-suite and feature stylish decor with a light and airy atmosphere, many of which have sea views. Rooms offer tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and flat-screen television. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast • Tea/coffee on arrival • Entrance to 1940’s show at the Hilton Blackpool Hotel • Vintage tram ride • Entrance to Tower Ballroom • Tower Ballroom Afternoon Tea Dance

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Mothers-Day Weekend Special 3D

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Enjoy a special weekend away at the 4* Park Royal Hotel near Warrington, this superb hotel boasts numerous awards for its standards and quality along with many facilities including full leisure! skipton En-route to the hotel we call at Skipton where today is market day. Enjoy sometime to explore the 800 year-old market and sample some of the local produce before continuing on to the hotel.

Liverpool This morning we transfer you to Liverpool, explore the Albert Dock one of the country’s top heritage attractions boasting museums, galleries, restaurants along with the Beatles Story museum which provides a fascinating insight to the life and times of the Beatles. You may like to sample some retail therapy or visit one of Liverpool’s famous cathedral’s. Alternatively, join the famous Mersey Ferries a unique way to see the city. Mothering sunday Enjoy a leisurely morning in the hotel, you may like to use the hotels leisure facilities. Then at lunchtime sit down to a 3-course Mothering Sunday lunch.

tHe PArK roYAL HoteL HHH H This award winning hotel is set in the beautiful Cheshire countryside. There is a restaurant, lounge and bar. There is also an indoor pool, spa and fitness centre on site. Rooms are comfortable, en-suite with tea/coffee facilities, TV and free Wi-Fi. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visit to Skipton • Free day in Liverpool • 3 Course Mothering Sunday lunch

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Telephone Gardiners NMC 01670 519 952

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The Buxton Military Tattoo 3 DAYs

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eXCursions inCLuDeD After local pick-ups this morning we make our way south to spend some free time in the lovely city of nottingham.

Buxton Military tattoo Today we enjoy some free time in Buxton; you can visit the museum, art gallery or browse the interesting shops in Spring Gardens and the Market Place. This afternoon we take our seats at the Devonshire Dome for the matinee performance of the Military tattoo. Featuring a selection of the United Kingdom’s finest military bands, together with other displays, the Tattoo is an experience not to be missed. At the end of the performance we return to the hotel in time for dinner. Chesterfield We depart our hotel this morning and make our way to the lovely market town of Chesterfield for some free time. This afternoon we journey back to your original DePArtures PriCe joining points. 6th July 2018

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Blackpool Illuminations 3 DAY

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Blackpool We make our way to Blackpool and our hotel for the next two nights. Once we have checked in the rest of the day is yours at leisure to enjoy all the attractions Blackpool has to oﬀer. Don't forget dinner is included in the hotel this evening. illuminating Day You have a full day at leisure to explore Britain's favourite seaside resort. Blackpool oﬀers something for all ages, its Golden Mile of amusements, Blackpool Tower, the Pleasure Beach, the Sea Life Centre, Madame Tussauds, The Sandcastle, the Zoo and of course the world famous Illuminations!! Whatever your choice we're sure you will have an amazing day, which will only get better as after dinner this evening we have included a tour through Blackpool illuminations!

skipton We leave Blackpool late morning and begin our journey home. We will call en-route at PriCe the market town of DePArtures skipton for some 28th September 2018 £165 free time.

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Bakewell and Denby Pottery A journey in to the Peak District, we head to Bakewell, a pretty town made famous for its jam and almond tarts. We then call at Denby Pottery visitor Centre where you can purchase Denby at bargain prices, learn its history, how it’s made or just enjoy a drink in the tearooms. Matlock Bath We are off to see Matlock Bath and its amazing illuminations. Enjoy free time in Derwent Gardens to experience the spectacular displays as each boat carries a decorated model and as darkness falls the boats disappear into the night. There will be a dazzling firework display to round off the evening.

novoteL nottinGHAM DerBY - eAst MiDLAnDs HHH A contemporary hotel located in Long Eaton. It has an international restaurant and a lobby bar, is air conditioned and oﬀers free Wi-Fi throughout. The rooms are bright, airy and modern with comfortable beds and excellent showers. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to Nottingham and Chesterﬁeld • Free time in Buxton • Matinee ticket to the Buxton Military Tattoo

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ADeLAiDe House HoteL, BLACKPooL HHH Our family owned and run hotel is located in a prime position opposite the Winter Gardens and Houndshill Shopping Centre, only minutes from the Tower, beach and theatre. All of the en-suite accommodation is equipped with a ﬂat screen TV, hairdryer and tea/ coﬀee making facilities What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Free time in Blackpool • Included tour through the illuminations • Free time in Skipton

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HALLMArK HoteL DerBY MiDLAnD HHHH Situated within walking distance of the city centre, this 4* hotel was the ﬁrst purpose built railway hotel in the country. 150 years on it has retained its charm but is very much in the 21st century. It has a brasserie restaurant, lounge and bar. The en-suite rooms are comfortable and have a TV, tea/coﬀee making facilities and Wi-Fi. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visit to Doncaster and Meadowhall • Excursions to the Peak District visiting Bakewell and Matlock Bath Illuminations

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Mystery Getaway 3 DAY

eXCursions inCLuDeD our famous Mystery Getaways oﬀer you the opportunity to enjoy a 3 day break without having to decide about where you are going – leave that to us!

relax with the peace of mind that as well as great value, we guarantee your hotel will be at least 3* oﬀering dinner, bed and breakfast plus you get interesting destinations each day, the only thing is you don’t know which destination it’s going to be until you get there! We look back over this tours last 12 months to try and avoid you re-visiting the same destination. unfortunately this is not possible on travel Agent bookings. DAY 1 After local pick-up points this morning we travel to ? and then we visit ? before we stay at the ? hotel, evening meal served at the ? hotel. DAYs 2 Join the coach and head for ? before we visit ?, returning back to the hotel for dinner. DAY 3 This morning we depart the hotel and visit ? we then may visit ? or maybe not! We return home this evening fully informed.

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All rooms will offer en-suite bathrooms, tea/coffee making facilities, remote control colour TV and direct dial telephone. Some of our mystery hotels also offer full leisure facilities, so don’t forget to pack your swimsuit, just in case! What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Minimum 3* hotel • Daily excursions to mystery locations!

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20th April 2018

£109

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18th May 2018

£109

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7th September 2018

£109

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9th November 2018

£109

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MiLitArY MAGiC £243

Edinburgh Military Tattoo

GooD stAnDArD MiniMuM HoteL HHH All hotels used for our mystery weekends are a minimum three star standard. They oﬀer a restaurant and bar and a lift or ground ﬂoor rooms.

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Jedburgh We head north and cross the border into Scotland making a comfort break at the woollen mill town of Jedburgh. Glasgow and the edinburgh royal Military tattoo Today we visit the cosmopolitan city of Glasgow, the former European City of Culture has also been voted the best shopping experience outside of London. We return to the hotel this afternoon and following an early dinner, we head to Edinburgh for the royal Military tattoo evening performance. Set to the amazing backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, you'll enjoy fantastic music from the popular massed pipes and drums as well as marvellous displays from the massed military bands. The Tattoo also showcases talent from across 4 continents so you'll see everything from pipers and gymnasts to singers and dancers!! edinburgh After a leisurely breakfast we return to edinburgh one of the most popular and cultural destinations in Europe, with a thriving arts scene, a good wash of museums and galleries and an Old and New Town ensemble that have earned the city an 'Athens of the North' nickname and World Heritage acclaim.

rADstone HoteL, sHAWsBurn HHH Formerly Shawlands Park, our luxury venue, has undergone an extensive refurbishment. The spacious and unique hotel combines modern and eclectic styles, resulting in a dynamic atmosphere. Be impressed by the grand foyer, The Opal Bar, Restaurant and Lounge offers a quality dining experience, with a varied menu to choose from. All of the en-suite rooms offer hair dryer, stereo, TV, telephone and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner bed and breakfast • Visits to Jedburgh, Glasgow and Edinburgh • Excursion to the Royal Military Tattoo including entrance

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13th August 2018

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£60 deposit per person required.

Telephone Gardiners NMC 01670 519 952

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Our famous Mystery Breaks oﬀer you the opportunity to enjoy a 4 day break without having to decide about where you are going – leave that to us! Relax with the peace of mind that as well as great value, we guarantee your hotel will be at least 3* oﬀering dinner, bed and breakfast plus you get interesting destinations each day, the only thing is you don’t know which destination it’s going to be until you get there! We look back over this tours last 12 months to try and avoid you re-visiting the same destination. Unfortunately this is not possible on Travel Agent bookings. DAY 1 After local pick-up points this morning we travel to ? and then we visit ? before we stay at the ? hotel, evening meal served at the ? hotel. DAYs 2-3 Each morning join the coach and head for ? before we visit ?, returning back to the hotel for dinner. DAY 4 This morning we depart the hotel and visit ? before we move onto ? and then return home this evening.

GooD stAnDArD MiniMuM HoteL HHH All hotels used for our mystery weekends are a minimum three star standard. They oﬀer a restaurant and bar and a lift or ground floor rooms. All rooms will offer en-suite bathrooms, tea/coffee making facilities, remote control colour TV and direct dial telephone. Some of our mystery hotels also oﬀer full leisure facilities, so don’t forget to pack your swimsuit, just in case! What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Minimum 3* hotel • Daily excursions to mystery locations!

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Legoland and Chessington Legoland Which child does not dream of becoming a World of Adventures knight, an explorer, a test driver or a pilot and

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entering into a fascinating world of adventure? At the LeGoLAnD Windsor Resort there are over 55 rides and attractions where children can ﬂy through the treetops to escape fearsome dragons, ride the thrilling rapids with a Viking ﬂeet, join LEGO divers on a magical underwater adventure on Atlantis Submarine Voyage or enjoy the UK’s only LEGO Star Wars™ Mini-land Model Display.

Chessington World of Adventure Another thrilling day ahead! Take a safari truck expedition into the mysterious African Kingdom with Zufari: Ride into Africa – the ﬁrst ever theme park adventure with live animals including white rhino, giraﬀes and Grevy's zebra. Or explore Chessington’s nine other themed lands: Africa; the Forbidden Kingdom, with the awesome Rameses Revenge; Land of the Dragons; Mexicana; Mystic East; Pirate’s Cove; Transylvania; Wild Asia and Market Square – all with their own secrets and exciting challenges! Take time to meet the 1000 animals at Chessington Zoo from the exotic and DePArtures ADuLt PriCe CHiLD PriCe endangered to the just plain cute! £245 £229 18th August 2018 We arrive home late evening on the return. Child price is for under 12’s and based on 2 adults sharing.

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iBis LonDon HeAtHroW HHH Our hotel is just outside of London; the en-suite bedrooms are individually themed and oﬀer comfortable beds, hairdryer, toiletries, tea and coﬀee making facilities, TV and Wi-Fi. There is a 24 hour bar and restaurant. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Entrance in to Legoland and Chessington World of Adventure sinGLe suPP

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Lincolnshire’s Aviation Trails and The Dambusters 4 DAYs

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newark Air Museum Our ﬁrst visit is to the newark Air Museum an excellent starting point for this weekend. With our guided tour we learn from the proud members of the Aviation Heritage Lincolnshire Newark who started oﬀ with just one aircraft, they now boast a collection of seventy-four and various cockpit sections.

Aviation Heritage Centres and the Dambusters Memorial This morning we make the short journey to Cranwell Aviation Heritage Centre where RAF Cranwell’s history can be traced from its Royal Navy years and the Royal Air Force College to the present day. Our next visit is to the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre, located on the former bomber airﬁeld and home to Avro Lancaster “Just Jane”. We then carry on through Woodhall spa to see the Dambusters Memorial before ending the afternoon at the Dambusters Inn in scampton, here you will experience a warm and friendly welcome and view the walls covered with an impressive collection of RAF WWII memorabilia, this is the perfect place to relax and marvel in the history of the legendary Dambusters and be regaled with some old stories.

Duxford A visit to the imperial War Museum in Duxford, Europe’s premier aviation museum. Located in the well preserved Battle of Britain airﬁeld, this award-winning museum is home to a unique collection of aircraft, including the iconic Concorde and Spitﬁre. Wander amongst two hundred aircraft to discover the science and engineering behind the machines that changed our world forever. © VisitEngland

rAF Digby Today our visit is to rAF Digby for a guided tour by RAF crew of the Lima Sector Operations room, the only one of its kind left in existence and recently restored from artefacts found on site (and 'borrowed' from other bases!). Our guide takes us through all of the rooms and tells stories of Digby's DePArtures PriCe involvement in the Battle of Britain! Following our visit we make our way back to the north east. 19th October 2018 £255

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All rooms feature en-suite bathrooms, telephone, television, hairdryer, tea/coﬀee making facilities. The hotel has a lift and ground ﬂoor rooms. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Guided tour of Newark Air Museum Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Museum and RAF Digby with a tour of the Sector Ops Museum • Visit to Cranwell Aviation, Woodhall Spa and the Dambusters Inn, Scampton • Excursion to The Imperial War Museum sinGLe suPP

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rapidly becoming one of the uK’s most popular events we invite you to join us for the annual irish Country Music weekend. experience the ﬁnest live music and dancing from a selection of fantastic performers

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rAMADA HoteL GrAntHAM HHH Our charming rustic hotel is set in the beautiful countryside and boasts an atmospheric restaurant, traditional bar and luxurious spa with indoor swimming pool.

Blackpool Over the weekend take time out in the UK’s favourite seaside resort, Blackpool. Explore its many sights and attractions including the Blackpool Tower, the Pleasure Beach and Blackpool Pier. irish Country Music Weekend Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday afternoon and evening enjoy a host of talented musicians playing quality Irish Country. Friday after dinner enjoy the Barry Doyle Duo followed by stephen smyth and his band. Stephen and his band have been recognised by ‘Sunday World’ as Best Entertainer in the UK!!!

The festival resumes early afternoon on Saturday with a singa-long as Johnny Fingers plays a variety of songs that you will know. After dinner this evening Farmer Dan and his band take to the stage, before Caitlin and The Hot Country Band finish the evening. Undoubtedly one of Ireland’s finest female country singers with her soft gentle voice and her super personality, Caitlin is sure to have you swinging and singing along. Sunday afternoon you can enjoy a sing-a-long with Barry Doyle and the Big O! This evening is kicked off by susan McCann and her band, Susan is the first Lady of Irish Country.

HiLton HoteL, BLACKPooL HHHH Located on Blackpool’s famous promenade and close to the famous Blackpool Tower. Each evening a delicious four course meal is served in the restaurant. You can enjoy a relaxing drink in the lounge bar before dinner. The hotel also boasts a full leisure club; you can swim in the heated pool or relax in the sauna. A selection of discounted drinks will be available from 20.00 hours-23.00 hours each evening at a nominated bar. All rooms are en-suite and feature stylish décor, many have sea views. Rooms oﬀer tea/coﬀee making facilities, hairdryer and TV. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Afternoon and nightly entertainment • Free time in Blackpool

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Snowdrops Festival

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the Duke’s Pass, Killin and the Falls of Dochart After breakfast we depart for a day’s adventure in the Trossachs - through Aberforyle and then over the spectacular ‘Dukes Pass’ to Loch Katrine. This drive is often listed as one of the most beautiful in Britain. After a soup and sandwich lunch at the Brenachoile Restaurant we drive to Killin to see the beautiful Falls of Dochart that ﬂow through this pretty village. Loch Lomond and inveraray Today we explore the other side of Loch Lomond and take the breath taking route over the ‘Rest and be Thankful’ to the Royal Burgh of Inveraray. Here you can explore or take an optional visit to inveraray Castle (payable locally). Today a packed lunch has been provided. Back at the hotel, this evening we have a Scottish show with bagpipes, haggis and highland dancing.

Duntreath Castle After breakfast, we set off for the delightful 16th century Duntreath Castle at Blanefield. Admission is included and you’ll be met by Lady Edmonstone and Sir Archie who will show you around their wonderful home. Afterwards, morning coffee and home baking is provided followed by time on your own to explore the castle, grounds and the keep. Back at the hotel, a late lunch of soup and PriCe sandwiches is provided and the afternoon is yours to explore Drymen or just DePArtures relax by the fire. This evening, we have live music to entertain. £269 12th February 2018

tHe WinnoCK HoteL, LoCH LoMonD HHH Formerly a coaching inn, this hotel has been lovingly restored and extended. It has cosy lounges, open log fires and a restaurant and bar. The en-suite rooms offer TV, tea/coffee making facilities and telephone. It is a haven for you to relax and unwind in. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights full board with porterage • Welcome management drinks reception • 1 glass of wine with dinner • Packed lunch on 3 days • Weaponry display on 1 night • Full Scottish show on 1 night • Live music on 2 evenings • Free bar between 19:30-22:30hrs every night, selected brands • A visit to Duntreath Castle with morning coffee, home baking and guided tour sinGLe suPP

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Cornish All-Inclusive Tour 5 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD this afternoon we arrive at our lovely hotel and enjoy a warm welcome and Cornish cream tea.

Land’s end and st ives With our packed lunches in hand we drive to England’s most westerly point, Land’s end. From here we journey along the Atlantic coast to st ives, where we have time to explore this medieval fishing port with its maze of stone cottages, narrow streets and old-world charm. We arrive back in plenty of time to enjoy our three course dinner, complimentary bar and tonight’s entertainment. truro and Padstow Today we travel to a city steeped in history and awe-inspiring architecture. truro, is the retail centre of Cornwall and this compact city centre is unique and offers art galleries, bars, restaurants, the Hall for Cornwall, Truro Cathedral and the Royal Cornwall Museum. This afternoon we visit Padstow, an historic fishing port on the edge of King Arthur’s country and renowned for its colourful cottages which overlook the Camel Estuary. We return to the hotel via the coastal route. newquay Enjoy a day at leisure in our resort of newquay, you may like to relax in the hotel or explore this lovely coastal town. This afternoon there’ll be a hot buffet served in the restaurant from 1pm and an afternoon Board Game Bonanza with tea and homemade cake.

tHe esPLAnADe HoteL, neWquAY HHH Overlooking the famous Fistral Beach in Newquay, the hotel offers a restaurant with beach views, the Peebles Bar and an indoor pool with hot tub and sauna. Definitely a place to chill! Bedrooms are en-suite with hairdryer, TV, tea/coffee facilities and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights All Inclusive* • Cream tea • Complimentary bar each evening from 6pm-9pm (selected brands) • 2 excursions • Nightly entertainment • Day at leisure in Newquay *All Inclusive – breakfast, lunches (1 buffet lunch and 2 packed lunches), 3 course dinner, complimentary bar 6pm-9pm (selected brands)

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Winter Warmer Mystery “Free Drinks” 5 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD Over the past few years our popular Winter Warmer Mystery tours have visited a number of areas in the UK. As with all our Mystery Tours we look back over the past 12 months and check which passengers have been to which location, and this year will be no diﬀerent ensuring your Winter Warmer Mystery keeps you guessing! Unfortunately this is not possible on Travel Agent bookings We include a variety of excursions giving you the option to head out each day or you may wish to make full use of the hotel. The only problem is – will you miss out? Great Deal Book early to Avoid Disappointment

GooD stAnDArD MiniMuM HoteL HHH Our Winter Warmer Mystery Hotel boasts a superb location for visiting .......... and ........ plus a few other places. The hotel offers a restaurant and bar. The hotel will have a lift or offer ground floor rooms. All rooms enjoy en-suite bathrooms, tea/coffee making facilities, TV and telephone. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • 3 excursions • 2 nights entertainment • Free Bar offer of 3 drinks vouchers per person per night

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Chatsworth Flower Show and Doddington Hall

eXCursions inCLuDeD rHs Chatsworth Flower show One of the newest and most sought-after ﬂower shows, which has broken gardening boundaries and blended tradition with unexpected, innovative design the Chatsworth Flower show is one not to be missed! Located in an idyllic setting, take time to explore The Great Conservatory, inspirational gardens, great talks and events plus fabulous shopping.

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Doddington Hall This morning we discover Doddington Hall, a house which has over 400 years of unbroken family occupation, the result is a masterpiece of fascinating items, history and stunning gardens to admire. Enjoy the hall guided tour and then wander around the gardens.

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Southport Flower Show

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What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Entrance to Chatsworth Flower Show and Doddington Hall

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Bury Market We call at Bury today, enjoy sometime to explore the world famous market, the East Lancashire Railway or Bury Cultural Quarter which boasts many of the most fascinating museums in the UK including the internationally respected Bury Art Museum, the proud regimental Fusilier Museum and Bury Transport Museum.

southport Flower show Today enjoy the highlight of the weekend, with a visit to the southport Flower show. The show is renowned as one of the most diverse and authentic ﬂower shows in the UK. Visit the Grand Floral Marquee, meander round the show gardens and water features, meet garden designers, experts and celebrities. The ﬂower show is a short stroll from the hotel.

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PrinCe oF WALes HoteL, soutHPort HHH Centrally located this hotel shows off the area’s Victorian heritage, the elegant building offers stylish character. All of the rooms allocated to our group are above ground and are ensuite with tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, colour TV and telephone. The hotel has a lift.

Liverpool After breakfast we visit Liverpool. Take a stroll around the Albert Dock complex with its cafes and shops amongst its other unique attractions. Alternatively, you may like to head into the centre for shopping, sightseeing or visit the large selection of museums and art galleries. Midafternoon we depart for home arriving back in the local area mid evening. DePArtures PriCe

Best Western nottinGHAM/DerBY HHHH The hotel is ideal on location. The Grill at 25 is both a restaurant and a bar. The en-suite bedrooms oﬀer hairdryer, TV, telephone and tea/coﬀee facilities. The hotel has a lift.

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Gardeners' World -

Savill Garden, Chelsea Physic Garden and Columbia Road Flower Market

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eXCursions inCLuDeD savill Garden, Windsor and thames river cruise We start today with a visit to the savill Garden. One of Britain's greatest ornamental gardens, developed under the patronage of Kings and Queens, it was created in the 1930s by Sir Eric Savill as a woodland garden. Showcasing native oak, beech and sweet chestnut trees, visitors can now journey through 35 acres of interconnecting gardens featuring distinctive plants and bursts of seasonal colour.

This afternoon, we make our way to Windsor known to be the official residence of the Queen, here we board our boat for a delightful cruise on the river Thames. Following the cruise, you will have free time in Windsor to either visit the castle (payable locally) or browse the town. We return to your original pick-up point late evening. Columbia road Flower Market and Chelsea Physic Garden After an early breakfast, we take a trip to Columbia road Flower Market, where on Sundays the street is transformed into an oasis of foliage and flowers. Everything from bedding plants to 10-foot banana trees are up for grabs. The air is intense with the scent of flowers and the chant of the barrow boys "Everthin' a fiver"! This afternoon we visit Chelsea Physic Garden, the oldest botanic garden in London, founded in 1673 by the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries for the purpose of training apprentices in identifying plants. It has a unique living collection of around 5,000 different edible medicinal and historical DePArtures PriCe plants. Celebrating the beauty and importance of plants, this 'hidden gem' is also a peaceful green oasis in which to relax. £319 13th April 2018

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Chelsea Flower Show and Greenwich Ys 4 DA

CroWne PLAZA HeAtHroW HHHH This hotel enjoys a restaurant, Starbucks coffee shop and Orwell’s Bar. The hotel also has leisure facilities with an indoor pool and fitness centre. All of the spacious bedrooms are airconditioned and have Wi-fi, tea/coffee facilities and TV. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Entrance to The Savill Garden and Chelsea Physic Garden • Visit to Columbia Road Flower Market • River Thames cruise and a visit to Windsor sinGLe suPP

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Chelsea Flower show

We visit the world’s most prestigious flower show that inspires millions through showcasing the best in gardens, Chelsea Flower show is one of the world’s greatest flower shows. 11 acres of the Royal Hospital will be transformed into a horticultural paradise making up the world’s most famous flower show. New plants are launched at the show and popular older varieties are revived before the eyes. Don’t forget to listen for the 4pm ‘Sell off’ bell and the opportunity to take home a sample of this amazing event.

Greenwich Following breakfast we make our way to the banks of the river Thames where we have a ﬂight booked on the London eye, take in the 360 degree stunning panoramic view of the capital. Next, we visit lovely ambient Greenwich, take some time to explore its maritime history and the recently restored ss Cutty sark, browse the undercover market with its diverse range of eateries and individual stalls oﬀering hand-made products, you may also like to take a stroll along the Thames.

HALLMArK HoteL CroYDon AeroDroMe HHHH Originally built in 1928 to serve the airport, this hotel has been upgraded and extended over the years. Offering a brasserie restaurant a lounge and bar, it is easy to relax. The rooms are ensuite with a hospitality tray, LCD TV and free internet access. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Entrance to Chelsea Flower Show • Visit to Greenwich • Flight on the London Eye

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Hampton Court Palace Today we visit the magnificent Hampton Court Palace and the amazing back drop to the world’s largest annual flower show. There are wonderful show gardens to visit, all types of horticultural exhibitors displaying their wares, tempting gardening goodies to purchase, show tents, eateries and coffee stops. An experience not to be missed. Kew Gardens This morning we visit the World Heritage site of Kew Gardens. Set in 300 acres with six magnificent glasshouses housing plants from all over the world. One of Kew’s highlights is the Treetop Walkway which takes you on a journey from tree roots to tree tops. As well as a vast range of rare and beautiful plants, Kew has some historic listed buildings within its grounds.

Windsor This morning we enjoy free time in Windsor, meander around the cobbled streets, enjoy the sights or visit Windsor Castle (payable locally). After lunch we make our way back to your original joining points this evening.

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renishaw Hall Gardens This morning we head to the wonderful renishaw Hall Gardens, home to the Sitwell family for nearly 400 years, celebrated for its fabulous Italianate gardens and host of exotic plants. tatton Park Flower show Today’s the highlight of our visit, tatton Park Flower show. With its friendly, relaxed atmosphere and superb setting, this immensely popular show is full of attractions and is a truly unique day out for all garden lovers. Arley Hall and Gardens and Mount Pleasant Gardens We take a tour of Cheshire’s very best gardens today, calling at Arley Hall and Gardens, recently voted in the top 10 of Britain’s award winning gardens, we continue onto Mount Pleasant Gardens, created in just 14 years but now extending to over ten acres! ness Botanic Gardens Our ﬁnal visit is to ness Botanic Gardens, a highly imaginative show garden and winner of ‘Best in Show’ at Tatton Park for two years running!

Best Western Forest HiLLs – FroDsHAM HHH This modern hotel is set amidst the beautiful Cheshire countryside with views across the Cheshire Plains and the Mersey Estuary. It oﬀers a pool, spa, sauna and steam room for use of residents. Rooms are comfortable with TV, tea/coﬀee facilities and free Wi-Fi. There is a restaurant and lounge bar. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to Renishaw Hall Gardens, Tatton Park Flower Show (including entrance) • Arley Hall and Gardens, Mount Pleasant Gardens and Ness Botanic Gardens. (All entrance fees included)

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What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to Hampton Court Palace Flower Show and Kew Gardens (including entrance) and Windsor

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Tatton Park Flower Show and Gardening Heaven Ys 4 DA

MerCure stAines LoDGe HoteL HHH Located by the banks of the Thames, there is a riverside dining terrace and bar. All rooms have TV, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and fridge. The hotel does not have a lift but offers ground floor rooms.

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The Delightful Dutch Bulbfields and Dutch Highlights

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Our NEW itinerary has something to please both garden lovers and historians. We have included a visit to Keukenhof and a guided tour to learn about the events that took place in Arnhem during WWII. The tour is based at the group friendly 4-star Best Western Plus Hotel Haarhuis, located in the heart of this welcoming historic city. Keukenhof After breakfast this morning, we make our way to ‘The most beautiful spring garden in the world’, Keukenhof. More than 7 million tulips, daffodils and hyacinths create a spectacular display in the so-called ‘Garden of Europe’, covering an area of over 32 hectares. The park is awash with the sight and scent of blossoming flowers and you can even take a Whisper Boat trip past the bulb fields… a fabulous day out! Amsterdam This morning we make the short journey to the Dutch capital, Amsterdam. Enjoy the city’s many attractions including the Rijksmuseum, Ann Frank’s house and the Heineken Brewery, or, soak up the atmosphere of this charming city with a cruise around the famous canals.

Arnhem, ‘A Bridge too Far’ and Delft This morning our guide joins our coach for a half day tour and we learn of events that took place in Arnhem during WWII including Operation Market Garden, when British and Polish troops were parachuted behind enemy lines. We will have the opportunity to view the John Frost Bridge, named after the British commanding oﬃcer, and made famous in the 1977 ﬁlm ‘A Bridge Too Far’. Later today we make our way towards our overnight ferry and time permitting the charming town of Delft with its many canals, bridges, intimate squares and small alleys.

What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights on-board P&O North Sea Ferry with en-suite cabin • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Entrance into Keukenhof Gardens • Excursion to Amsterdam • Free time in Delft *Cabin and meal package includes outbound and inbound crossing **Upgrade is to an outside cabin

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Scotland’s Gardens in Bloom 6 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD isle of Arran This afternoon we catch the ferry to the Isle of Arran where we enjoy the next three nights.

Brodick Castle and Gardens After breakfast we visit the Victorian estate of Brodick Castle, overlooking the Bay and Firth of Clyde. The castle is packed full of treasures, with an impressive collection of period furniture, silverware and trophies. The surrounding landscaped gardens are ﬁlled with waterfalls, wildlife ponds and woodland walks. isle of Arran tour Morning free to relax. The hotel is only 50m from the sea, and there are some lovely ﬂat walks in this area. This afternoon we take a tour to the south end of the island, which hold some of the best views including “Paddys’ Milestone” - the Ailsa Craig.

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isle of Gigha Depart Arran on the short crossing to the Mull of Kintyre. Then the short ferry to the breath taking Isle of Gigha. We visit the vantage points on the island before having a soup and sandwich lunch at the Gigha Hotel. We continue on to Arrochar and our hotel for the next two nights. oban and Arduaine Gardens This morning we head to oban via inveraray and Loch Awe. Then taking the coastal road we stop oﬀ at Arduaine Gardens, a wonderful 20-acre coastal garden, with open views across the sea to the Isles. Later, we stop at the Crinan Canal, an amazing feat of engineering linking the Sound of Jura DePArtures PriCe with Loch Fyne. Every year around 2000 boats take the 9-mile journey 10th September 2018 £519 on what is known as “Britain’s most beautiful shortcut”.

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Best Western KinLoCH HoteL, ArrAn HHH 3 nights Family owned and operated, this beach front hotel offers comfort, value and service with a smile! The hotel has an indoor pool, sauna, snooker room and Wi-Fi throughout. En-suite rooms have satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift to some floors and ground floor rooms. LoCH LonG HoteL , ArroCHAr HHH 2 nights Set on the waterfront with views of the loch. The hotel has a restaurant, bar and lounge. There is free internet and bedrooms have en-suite facilities, toiletries, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 5 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Return ferry crossings • 3 excursions with included entrances

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Grand national Following local pick-ups this morning we travel to Aintree racecourse, with a comfort stop en-route we arrive at the racecourse in good time to enjoy the atmosphere and get in place ready for the first race. The highlight of today is the randox Health Grand national which since 2014 now offers a seven figure prize! Liverpool This morning we head to Liverpool and the Albert Dock. With so much to do you may like to visit one of the many attractions such as the Beatles Story, Tate Liverpool or the Maritime Museum. We depart Liverpool after lunch.

HoLiDAY inn eXPress, LeiGH HHH The hotel is adjacent to the state of the art Sports Village. There is a restaurant, coffee shop, bar, lounge and fitness centre. All bedrooms are en-suite, have flat screen TV and offer a pillow menu. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast • Steeplechase enclosure ticket to the Grand National • Free time in Liverpool

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Cheltenham race Course – Festival This morning we make our way to Cheltenham race Course to enjoy our ﬁrst day’s racing where ‘Best Mate’ enclosure tickets are included for Cheltenham’s St. Patricks Day celebrations!

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Cheltenham race Course – Gold Cup After breakfast we return to Cheltenham, with entrance included you have the full day to enjoy what is undoubtedly the pinnacle of the festival. “the Gold Cup” is one of the most famous races in the world, and the one which every owner, trainer and jockey dreams of winning.

HiLton HoteL, sWinDon HHHH This contemporary hotel is ideally located just 3 miles from Swindon town centre. All rooms come with en-suite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, TV and tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel offers a restaurant, a sports bar and a coffee shop. Fitness facilities include an indoor pool, a sauna, a steam room and a gym. Spa treatments are also available. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • 2 day entrance to Cheltenham Racecourse • Best Mate tickets

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Ladies Day and the Scottish Gold Cup at Ayr

eXCursions inCLuDeD Ayr racecourse – Ladies Day This morning we travel to Ayr racecourse for Ladies Day, with included entrance enjoy an afternoon of racing, plus some lucky ladies can win top prizes as the “best dressed”; they are awarded Bronze Coins and entered in to a prize draw! After the last race we check-in to the hotel before this evening’s meal.

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Ayr racecourse – scottish Gold Cup A relaxing morning in the hotel; late this morning we travel to Ayr racecourse in good time to soak up the atmosphere before the ﬁrst race, with a Grandstand ticket enjoy the excitement of the scottish Gold Cup. Carlisle We will visit Carlisle for a comfort break en-route home.

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What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Entrance to Ayr Racecourse for Ladies Day and Gold Cup • Visit to Carlisle

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HALLMArK HoteL, irvine HHHH Located just outside of Irvine the hotel offers a warm welcome with a spacious and comfortable lounge a superb restaurant and bar. Hallmark Irvine offers excellent cuisine and a friendly team of staff, who are always ready to give you a warm welcome. All rooms are en-suite with TV, telephone and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel does not have a lift but offers ground floor rooms.

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Paris Enjoy a full day in the ‘city of light’. Paris is renowned for its buildings and history, admire the Louvre home of the Mona Lisa painting, the Eiﬀel Tower which is over 323 meters high, the Notre Dame Cathedral which features in the famous Victor Hugo novel, the Basilica of Sacre Coeur which is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Arc de Triomphe where the name of the famous race comes from. You can explore the city independently or join our included sightseeing tour which is a great way to learn about the major sights. This evening we return to the hotel and you have time to relax before the excitement of the race tomorrow.

MerCure MArne LA vALLee, CoLLeGien HHH H Positioned to the east of Paris, our hotel is ideally located. It features a restaurant, café, terrace, bar and ﬁtness centre. All rooms are en-suite and oﬀer air conditioning, free Wi-Fi safety deposit box and a TV. The hotel has a lift.

Day at the races - Prix de l’Arc de triomphe Longchamps Enjoy one of the most prestigious days on the racing calendar culminating with the Prix de l’Arc de triomphe. Starting in 1920, this has What’s included continued to be a popular event in the race • Luxury coach travel calendar. The Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe has • Return short sea crossing one of the largest prize funds of all the ﬂat • 3 nights bed and breakfast races. This year sees the race return to Longchamp • General admission to Prix de l’arc de after re-development, a course which covers a distance of Triomphe 2400 meters and is located on the banks of the River Seine. We include • Sightseeing tour of Paris general admission ticket for the race day. Don’t forget your race card and binoculars, then enjoy the electric atmosphere as the crowds 'roar' as the horses hit the last furlong and on to the winning post! DePArtures PriCe sinGLe suPP ArC’s GoLD stAnD uPGrADe insurAnCe 5th October 2018 £285

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Glasgow This morning we head for Scotland and the vibrant city of Glasgow. Set against a backdrop of outstanding Victoria architecture, this cosmopolitan and sophisticated city is a must see, with the best shopping experience outside of London. Make your way to Buchannan, Argyle and Sauchiehall Streets to experience this superb city. edinburgh Following breakfast, we make our way to the Scottish capital of edinburgh, this modern and dynamic city oﬀers much to see and do, you may like to visit the castle (the most visited attraction in Scotland), explore the famous Royal Mile, visit Holyroodhouse Palace or take advantage of Princes Street and some retail therapy! This afternoon we make our way home arriving early evening.

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iBis GLAsGoW Centre HHH This hotel is centrally situated just two streets away from the famous Sauchiehall Street. Rooms are comfortable with tea/coﬀee facilities, air conditioning, TV and free internet connection. There is a restaurant and lounge bar that stays open late. The hotel has a lift.

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Harrogate This morning we call at Harrogate for a comfort break and time to have a look around at the attractive spa town. Llangollen and the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct Today we journey over the magniﬁcent Horseshoe Pass to Llangollen. Enjoy some free time in this picturesque Victorian town before making the short journey to Froncysyllte, where we take a cruise along the canal over Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. Returning to Llangollen onboard the famous Llangollen steam railway. Chester After breakfast this morning we check out of the hotel and visit nearby Chester, home to the largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain, a cathedral and ‘The Rows’, traditional black and white half timbered shops that surround Chester’s shopping centre. This afternoon we begin our journey home.

MerCure CHester nortH WooDHeY HHH This modern hotel is ideally located for our tour. Woodis is the name of the bar and restaurant where you can have a drink and relax before dinner. All rooms are en-suite and TV, tea/coffee facilities, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has leisure facilities including a pool, steam room and sauna. The hotel does not have a lift but offers ground floor rooms. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visit to Harrogate, Llangollen and Chester • Journey on the Llangollen Steam Railway and Pontcysyllte Aqueduct cruise

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Edinburgh Weekend Break

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edinburgh An opportunity to explore edinburgh and all it has to oﬀer. From the castle to the Royal Mile, Princes Street and the Ocean Terminal Shopping complex, within which the Royal Yacht Britannia is moored. There is much to see and do in this spectacular city. Bars and restaurants abound, you just have to make the choice! For the gardeners, a trip to Edinburgh’s Royal Botanic Garden is a must. History buﬀs could visit Scotland’s National Museum and for those with an interest in a ‘wee dram’, the Scottish Whisky Experience on the Royal Mile could be worth a visit.

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All rooms have en-suite bedrooms with satellite TV, hairdryer, trouser press and tea and coﬀee facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Free time in Edinburgh

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Liverpool’s Famous Children and the Terracotta Army

MerCure HoteL PrinCes street, eDinBurGH HHH Our hotel is located right in the city centre and has spectacular views over Princes Street gardens across the gorge to Edinburgh Castle itself.

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China’s First emperor and the terracotta Army For the ﬁrst time in more than 10 years in the UK, you have the opportunity to see the extraordinary story of Qin Shihuangdi the First Emperor of China. His vast burial site and tomb complex which was discovered near Xi’an in North West China in 1974 and the story of the tomb’s terracotta Warriors will be displayed alongside important artefacts. Spanning almost 1,000 years of China’s history, these spectacular artefacts date from 8th century BC to the 2nd century AD, along with remarkable recent archaeological discoveries, not only shed light on the pursuit of immortality but how China’s Emperors prepared for the afterlife. Liverpool and sightseeing We are joined by a Blue Badge Guide who will take us on a tour of Liverpool. It will be three years this August since Cilla Black passed away, our guide will show you round the ﬁlming spots of the recent life story BBC Drama 'Cilla'.

We will also take in the landmarks of the Fab Four, including their homes, schools, birthplaces, Penny Lane, Strawberry Fields and many other signiﬁcant spots before we end our day at the famous Cavern Club site where Cilla and The Beatles performed together - a real tribute. Albert Dock and the Beatles story Museum This morning we make our way to the Albert Dock to ﬁrst visit the Beatles story Museum, experience the most sensational story the pop world has ever known. After that, take some time to explore the Albert Dock which dates back to 1839, although re-generated and re-opened in 1988 the PriCe Albert Dock now houses Tate Liverpool, Merseyside Maritime Museum DePArtures and many galleries, bars and restaurants. £215 3rd August 2018

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Best Western everGLADes, WiDnes HHH This Florida themed hotel is located in a semi-rural location of Widnes. Rooms are comfortable with en-suite facilities, ﬂat screen TV with freeview and a hospitality tray. The bar and restaurant oﬀer a wide variety of refreshments. Free Wi-Fi is available. The hotel does not have a lift What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Entrance to the Beatles Story • Liverpool sightseeing • Albert Dock sinGLe suPP

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Wensleydale Cheese Factory Our first port of call will be Hawes and its famous Wensleydale Cheese Factory. You will have an opportunity to wander around the visitor centre or indulge in coffee and cake in the 1897 Coffee Shop.

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Lakeland tour On our Lakeland tour we will be visiting the famous tourist destinations of Bowness, Ambleside and Grasmere. Keswick A visit to the popular town of Keswick with its independent shops and coﬀee stop. Carlisle to settle by rail* This morning we travel to Carlisle and board our train. The Carlisle to settle railway is one of the most scenic and impressive railways in the UK.

Best Western sHAP WeLLs HoteL HHH Situated in the dramatic Shap Fells, this hotel has en-suite bedrooms, satellite TV, hairdryer, Wi-Fi and tea/coﬀee making facilities. The hotel also has a lounge bar, restaurant and gym. This hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to Bowness on Windermere, Wensleydale Cheese Factory and Keswick • Scenic Lakes tour including visits to Ambleside and Grasmere *Rail journey – joining point may vary subject to line works.

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Gloucester Warwickshire railway and Cheltenham Today we enjoy a return journey on the Gloucester Warwickshire railway travelling from Cheltenham to Toddington and back. A wonderful experience as the heritage railway hauled by a locomotive gently takes you through the glorious Cotswolds. Have a look around the GWR shop and its small museum or maybe enjoy a cuppa at the Flag and Whistle tea room before returning back to Cheltenham for some free time.

stow on the Wold and Bourton on Water This morning we make our way along the lush meadows and honey coloured stone villages to the perfect picture-postcard villages of middle England. We arrive at stow-on-the-Wold, where there is time to explore the ancient market square surrounded by dozens of independent antique shops This afternoon we set out for the “Little Venice of the Cotswolds” Bourton on Water, this idyllic village is regularly voted the prettiest village in England, it’s not hard to see why. stratford upon Avon En-route home we pay a visit to stratford upon Avon, the famous birthplace of Shakespeare and a lovely town with its half-timbered 16th century buildings and many unique shops.

CotsWoLD WAter PArK HoteL HHHH The Cotswold Water Park Four Pillars Hotel is a contemporary luxury Cotswolds hotel set in a wonderland of lakes, rivers, woodland and open countryside. All rooms oﬀer en-suite bedrooms which are light, airy, and modern. They come with tea and coﬀee making facilities, free wireless broadband access, and full use of the hotel facilities, including the Spa 6 facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Gloucester Warwickshire Railway journey • Visit to Stow on the Wold, Bourton on Water, Cheltenham and Stratford upon Avon

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eXCursions inCLuDeD isle of Anglesey, Beaumaris and Bangor Following breakfast this morning we take a scenic drive along the coast to the isle of Anglesey.

We will pay a visit to Llanfair PG, the town made famous for its very long name, far too long to print it here! On our tour round the Isle we will call at Beaumaris, dominated by its unﬁnished fortress, before ending the day at Bangor, well known for its cathedral, university and pier with views over the Menai Strait. Llandudno Spend a day discovering the ‘Queen of Welsh resorts’ at leisure in Llandudno, stroll around the promenade, take in the charming pier, enjoy a ride on the famous tramway or sample the modern shopping arcade. This stunning resort oﬀers so much to see and do. Chester En-route home we call at the beautiful city of Chester, home to the unique 13th century rows, half-timbered galleried shops, the largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain and a glorious cathedral. After lunch we begin our journey home.

What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Isle of Anglesey tour visiting Llanfair PG, Beaumaris and Bangor • Free time in Llandudno • Visit to Chester

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The “Code Breakers” Wartime Mansions and Secret Houses 4 DAYs

st KiLDA HoteL, LLAnDuDno HHH Winner of ‘Best Hotel for Groups’ by Group Travel Organiser readers for three consecutive years and runner up in 2015. A family run hotel offering a very warm welcome, including a complimentary taste of their famous home made scones. All bedrooms have their own unique character and offer en-suite facilities including walk-in showers and/or baths. Each is equipped with telephone, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, radio and flat screen television. The hotel has a lift.

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Bletchley Park A visit to the home of the ‘Codebreakers’. See the world’s largest display of Enigma machines and the ‘unbreakable’ cipher machine, the Churchill exhibition and much, much more.

Hughenden Manor Once home to the Victorian Prime Minister, Benjamin Disraeli, this house offers a vivid insight into a property that he had refurbished and dramatised. A secret wartime past is revealed in our second World War room in the cellars, with interactive exhibits and eye-witness accounts. Experience the immersive wartime displays in the ice house bunker and find out why Hughenden was high on Hitler's hit list. Birthplace of Former British Prime Minister Blenheim Palace is a masterpiece of English Baroque architecture and birthplace of sir Winston Churchill. The stunning state rooms are brimming with priceless works of art and magnificent tapestries. The palace is surrounded by sweeping lawns, ‘Capability’ Brown’s formal gardens and a magnificent lake, Blenheim Palace offers a memorable day out! Flying High The imperial War Museum in Duxford is the awardwinning museum that is home to a unique collection of aircraft, including the iconic Concorde and Spitfire.

MerCure HAtFieLD oAK HHH Modern hotel set just outside Hatfield, the hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi , flat screen TV, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities. Restaurant and bar. No lift, but ground floor rooms. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits including entrance to Bletchley Park, Hughenden Manor and Duxford Air Museum

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Staffordshire’s Heritage

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sudbury Hall This afternoon we arrive at sudbury Hall, this late 17th century country house tells the story of a house designed and built as a showpiece for 17th-century craftsmanship. Some of the things you shouldn't miss – the long gallery, the staircase, Grinling Gibbons carvings in the drawing room, ceiling paintings and the 1930’s kitchen to name a few!

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Biddulph Grange Garden and Churnet valley railway Today we head to Biddulph Grange Garden an extraordinary survival from the 19th century, this amazing Victorian garden was created by James Bateman for his collection of plants from around the world. A visit takes you on a global journey from Italy to the pyramids of Egypt, a Victorian vision of China and a re-creation of a Himalayan glen.

Next we take a return trip on the Churnet valley railway which takes you on a journey back to the classic days of railway travel, the rural line passes through beautiful countryside known as Staﬀordshire's "Little Switzerland". ecclesbourne valley railway and Midland railway Enjoy a great day out as we head ﬁrstly to the ecclesbourne valley railway for a journey through the tranquil Derbyshire countryside en-route to Ravenstor. Next we visit the pretty Peak District village of Matlock for some free time. This afternoon we board the Midland railway in Butterley, sit back and relax as we take in the stunning scenery along the old line. Bakewell This morning we travel to Bakewell one of the areas principal market towns and known as the Capital of the Derbyshire Dales. Bakewell is well known for its culinary delights of the Bakewell Puddings - not “tarts” as Mr Kipling mentions! The DePArtures PriCe original recipe remains a guarded secret, it is kept in a safe place at £295 1st June 2018 Ye Olde Original Bakewell Pudding Shop in the town.

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HALLMArK DerBY MiCKLeover Court HHHH The hotel oﬀers great facilities including, a brasserie restaurant, welcoming bar, swimming pool and health and leisure club. En-suite bedrooms with toiletries, tea/coﬀee making facilities and TV, there is free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. The hotel has a lift What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • 3 excursions with included entrances • Visit to Bakewell sinGLe suPP

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“Deep” in East Yorkshire’s Coast

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This morning after local pick up’s we make our way to the beautiful city of York. Visit the stunning Minster, enjoy Stonegate and Shambles shopping areas or relive York’s history by visiting the Jorvik viking Centre. We then continue onto our hotel, arriving in time to relax before dinner.

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Hull and “the Deep” We have included entrance to “the Deep”, one of the most spectacular aquariums in the world and home to 3,500 fish, including a stunning pair of green sawfish, spectacular sharks, rays and a colony of Gentoo penguins. This afternoon you can enjoy free time in rejuvenated Hull. Offering cobbled streets, free museums, beautiful marina, art galleries and plenty of places to shop and eat. Remember Hull is uK’s City of Culture 2017!

Beverley and Bridlington This morning we visit the market town of Beverley. With an amazing Minster, historical buildings, cobbled streets and a market square, pavement cafes and cosy coffee shops, there is something for everyone. This afternoon we head for the heritage coastline of Bridlington, with a 900 year old working harbour and a lovely high street. Whether it’s a day at the beach, a walk along the promenade with fish and chips or some retail therapy, this famous seaside resort has it all! scarborough We depart the hotel this morning and head to Yorkshire’s favourite seaside resort, scarborough. Snooze in a deckchair on the sand, take a donkey ride, visit the town’s fine gardens DePArtures PriCe or try out the town’s lively amusements, the choice is yours. We £259 27th July 2018 journey back to our original joining points this afternoon.

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HoLiDAY inn HuLL MArinA HHH Overlooking the marina and close to the town centre and The Deep Aquarium, this hotel hasa swimming pool, health club, restaurant bar, and Starbucks coﬀee shop. All the en-suite rooms include satellite TV, toiletries, tea/coﬀee making facilities, Wi-Fi and telephone. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Scenic excursions to York, Beverley, Bridlington and Scarborough • Free time in Hull • Visit to “The Deep” including entrance sinGLe suPP

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Highgrove Gardens, Blenheim Palace and oxford Today we visit Blenheim Palace, the birthplace Blenheim Palace of Sir Winston Churchill is a masterpiece of English Baroque architecture and the stunning State Rooms are and Oxford brimming with priceless works of art and magnificent tapestries.

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The Palace is still inhabited today by the Duke of Marlborough and is surrounded by sweeping lawns, 'Capability' Brown’s formal gardens and a magnificent lake, Blenheim Palace offers a memorable day out! Next we head to oxford, the city of 'Dreaming Spires' home to the oldest university in the English-speaking world and of course, Inspector Morse. Sample the city with a tour on an open top bus, head to the Ashmolean Museum and marvel at the university's collection of paintings, glass, silver and ceramics or take a punt along the river Thames, the choice is yours!

Highgrove Gardens A Royal treat today as we visit Highgrove Gardens, HRH The Prince of Wales has spent over 30 years transforming the grounds of Highgrove into a true masterclass, they have been acknowledged as some of the most inspired and innovative gardens in the United Kingdom. The garden tour lasts approximately two hours and is a walk of about 2 miles. ALL visitors must bring a form of photo identiﬁcation with them – we’d suggest driving licence or passport.

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tHe CHeLtenHAM CHAse HoteL, BroCKWortH HHHH This stunning multi-award winning four-star hotel boasts a stylish and contemporary interior with relaxing bar, lovely restaurant and full leisure facilities which include indoor pool, sauna, steam room and gym. The large tastefully decorated bedrooms offer en-suites with bath and shower, toiletries, TV, telephone, air conditioning and tea/coﬀee trays. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visit to Oxford • Entrance and guide at Highgrove Gardens • Entrance in to Blenheim Palace

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eXCursions inCLuDeD We depart the local area this morning and travel to Heysham to join our crossing to the isle of Man and our hotel for the next four nights. Laxley and snaefell Mountain railway We head north to the historic mining village of Laxey, home to the world’s largest working waterwheel “Isabella”. From here we board the mountain railway at the “cottage” continuing up to snaefell Peak, the highest point on the island oﬀering a magniﬁcent “birds eye” view of the island. Later we continue north to ramsey, the island’s second largest town for free time before returning to Douglas following part of the TT course, passing such landmarks as Kates Cottage, Keppel Gate and Windy Corner.

Day to relax in Douglas Enjoy the island’s capital with its Victoria Pier and sandy beach, or take a horse and cart along the seafront. The hotel is within easy walking distance of all the local attractions and shops. Castle rushen, Port erin and Peel To the south lies Castletown, once the capital of the Isle of Man which is dominated by the magnificent fortress of Castle rushen. It is one of Europe’s most finely preserved medieval castles, and with entrance included it’s well worth a visit. We then continue on to the fishing port of Peel, considered to be the most “Manx” of all towns. Time to explore the tiny lanes, shops, harbour and museum. Interestingly, DePArtures PriCe Peel is one of the best places in the world to see basking sharks from shore. Returning along the TT circuit over Tynwald Hill to the Manx £385 12th March 2018 Parliament. 19th October 2018 £410

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rutLAnD HoteL, DouGLAs HHH Douglas’s premier 3* hotel ideally located on the Queens Promenade, just a short walk to the town centre. The hotel offers a welcoming lounge bar and Restaurant 21 offers a variety of dishes including traditional Manx options. All rooms are en-suite with shower and bath and have telephone, satellite TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Return Irish Sea crossing • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Journey on the Laxey and Snaefell Mountain Railway • Steam train to Port Erin • Entrance in to Rushen Castle sinGLe suPP

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Dunoon and the Kyles of Bute “House Party” s 5 DAY

eXCursions inCLuDeD isle of Bute Our excursion today is to the isle of Bute. We visit the island’s principle town of Rothesay before enjoying a circular tour calling at Royal Burgh of Rothesay, the island’s main town where you can view its splendid Victorian frontage and esplanade gardens. We then continue to the beautiful Scalpsie Bay, home of a large colony of seals who gaze in curiosity from their rocky perches at those who gather to watch their antics! Kyle of Bute Our second excursion takes us through the spectacular area between Loch striven and Loch Fyne to the Kyle of Bute. We will call at the picturesque village of strachur, famous as the home of the late Sir Fitzroy MacLean whom it is said 007 – James Bond – is based. We then head south to tighnabruaich, the journey here is one of the most beautiful in Scotland! The village itself is set in an idyllic location where sailing, yachting and shinty are popular. Dunoon Spend a free day in Dunoon, the town has lovely gardens and century old villas which back onto a 4-mile ﬂat promenade running along the front. Tourist activity is focussed on the 19th Century pier with its lively entertainment and panoramic views across the Firth.

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roYAL MArine HoteL, Dunoon HHH A popular and friendly hotel, set in a superb seafront location overlooking the Firth and just 2 miles from Dunoon. This mock Tudor hotel has bags of character and offers bar and restaurant. The ensuite rooms offer TV, hairdryer, telephone and tea/coffee facilities plus most rooms have open views. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • 2 nights entertainment • 2 nights enjoy wine with dinner • Excursion to the Isle of Bute

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“Stirring” Snowdonia with Free Bar Ys 5 DA

eXCursions inCLuDeD A popular tour, based at the lovely Royal Victoria hotel at the foot of Snowdon, in the heart of the Welsh Highlands.

Caernarfon, Bangor and Anglesey Firstly Caernarfon, a town dating back to the 13th century, dominated by Caernarfon Castle, built by Edward I and is surely one of the most impressive castles in Wales and worthy of its World Heritage status. Our next visit is to Bangor one of the smallest cities in the United Kingdom however, it is a lively city and university town. Bangor Cathedral has ancient roots – this religious site can be traced back to the 6th century. Later, we venture over the Menai straights and on to the isle of Anglesey. snowdonia and Welsh slate Museum This morning we take a scenic ride through the Snowdonia National Park as we make our way to Hafod y Llyn and the Welsh Highland Railway. Our included train journey takes us on a stunning journey to Porthmadog. We then visit the heart of Welsh industry at the national slate Museum.

roYAL viCtoriA HoteL, LLAnBeris HHH The Royal Victoria Hotel is uniquely located close to Llanberis at the foot of Snowdon, within 30 acres of its very own gardens and woodlands, which include the historic castle of Dolbadarn. The fully equipped en-suite bedrooms are designed to oﬀer you somewhere comfortable that you can really relax in. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Tea, coﬀee and Bara Brith on arrival • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Entry to Welsh Slate Museum and Portmerion • 3 nights entertainment including Welsh themed evening • Free Bar 19.00 – 23.00*

Porthmadog and Portmerion A busy harbour town with a good range of shops and attractions. Porthmadog’s best-loved landmark is The Cob, a mile-long embankment across the estuary that shaped the destiny of the town. We continue on to Portmerion which was created by the architect DePArtures PriCe sinGLe suPP Clough Williams-Ellis from 1925 to 1976. He wanted to show how a £309 26th March 2018 £15 ltd naturally beautiful site could be developed without spoiling it. *Free bar includes House wines, draught beers and soft drinks.

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"Chilled" in the Trossachs with Free Drinks 5 DAY

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Based in the heart of the Trossachs and near to Loch Lomond, this is probably the best value drinks included break in Scotland! stirling Castle This morning we visit Stirling and stirling Castle which is one of Scotland's most historically important sites and was once a favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens who held grand celebrations at the castle.

inveraray and Loch Lomond After breakfast, we travel through the area of outstanding Highland beauty. We make our way through Drymen and on to Loch Lomond shores – the southern tip of the loch for retail therapy. We continue our scenic drive over to Loch Fyne and the lovely town of inveraray. This 18th century Georgian town has lots to see and oﬀer including the castle, jail house, pier and the Artic Penguin! Falkirk Wheel and the Kelpies This morning we visit two attractions; the Kelpies and nearby Falkirk Wheel – we take a boat cruise and witness the rotating boat lift in Scotland, connecting the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal board the boat as it is hoisted 35 metres high on the world’s only rotating boatlift.

roB roY HoteL, ABerFoYLe HH Hotel is set in an idyllic location on the edge of Aberfoyle, with emphasis on friendly staff, good entertainment and fine food, the Rob Roy is a favourite with groups. All en-suite rooms are tastefully decorated and offer TV, telephone, tea/coffee facilities and hairdryer. The hotel has a lift. Having undergone a lot of work in 2017 the hotel is looking to be 3* by 2018. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Tea/coffee and biscuits on check in • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Wine with dinner each night • 3 drinks vouchers per night • 3 nights entertainment • Entry in to Stirling Castle and Falkirk Wheel Boat Trip

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Delightful Bournemouth and Thomas Hardy’s Dorset! 5 DAYs

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thomas Hardy’s Dorset This morning we visit the beautiful 15th Century Athelhampton House and its Grade I listed gardens. Over 100 years ago, the world-renowned author and poet, thomas Hardy, was a frequent visitor to Athelhampton. He was actually dining in the Great Hall when the news of the declaration of war was received in 1914. The hall certainly is a remarkable example of Tudor architecture. We may then make our way to st edward’s Church (formerly St John’s), built in 1861 and featured in Thomas Hardy’s diary. We also visit Puddletown, nestled within the Piddle Valley, one of Dorset’s most picturesque hamlets with its thatched and colour washed houses. Most famously, Puddletown featured heavily in Thomas Hardy’s novel ‘Far from the Madding Crowd’.

Lulworth Castle and Gardens After breakfast, we make our way along the World Heritage recognised ‘Jurassic Coast’ to Lulworth estate. This huge estate boasts the picturesque 17th century Lulworth Castle along with a 18th century Roman Catholic Chapel of St Mary and the 15th century church of St Andrew making this a truly remarkable location to visit. This afternoon we return to Bournemouth for an afternoon at leisure. Poole and scaplen’s Court Today, we visit the historic maritime town of Poole and its museum. Set within a Victorian quayside warehouse, the museum spans four floors and tells the story of the town and its harbour from prehistory to the present. This afternoon we visit the adjoining Scaplen’s Court, a medieval courtyard inn that was originally called ‘The George’. Parliamentarian soldiers lodged here during the 1630’s and the graffiti that they carved into one of the inn’s stone fireplaces can DePArtures PriCe still be seen! Don’t miss the beautiful walled herb garden next to £376 8th April 2018 Scaplen’s Court.

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Best Western roYALe, BourneMoutH HHH Situated on the East Cliff in Bournemouth and a ten minute stroll from the centre of town, this hotel has its own beautiful gardens, a large indoor pool and a leisure club. There is a restaurant and comfortable bar/lounge. Rooms are well equipped with tea/coffee facilities, TV and free Wi-fi. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to Athelhampton House, Puddletown, Lulworth Castle and gardens • Visit to Poole sinGLe suPP

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Little Boats and Trains of Norfolk 5 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD Bure valley railway and Wroxham Broads One of the highlights of this tour is a trip to Aylsham, where you will board the Bure valley railway for a journey which is built on the trackbed of the former Great Eastern Railway, this nine-mile route takes you through some stunning countryside to Wroxham. Next, we board the ‘Broad Tours’ boat, with on-board commentary there’s no better way to discover the picturesque Wroxham Broads. thursford, the Poppy Line and Cromer Today we head for the famous thursford Collection, here you can see the world’s largest collection of steam engines and organs. We then head north and join our train for a relaxing journey through the north Norfolk countryside on the Poppy Line. The coach will meet you and then transport you to the delightful seaside town of Cromer. Take a stroll along the front, sample the famous Cromer crabs or visit the pier. norwich With our ideally located central hotel, you can enjoy the day exploring the historic city of norwich. With its many shops, famous cathedral and the castle museum and art gallery, there’s plenty to see and do!

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eXCursions inCLuDeD island tour Today we will call at Alum Bay famous for its 21 colour sand cliffs and the needles that go out into the channel. Next we visit Yarmouth which offers stunning views over the Solent, Cowes and the island’s capital newport, we spend some free time in each place to explore the points of interest. sandown Enjoy a day at leisure to relax and enjoy the lovely resort of sandown and its surrounding area. steam Journey and Discovery Our tour of the island today pays a visit to shanklin, ryde and Bembridge before heading to Havenstreet to join the award winning isle of Wight steam railway! Relax in the beautifully restored Edwardian carriages to discover an idyllic view of the islands countryside as we make our way to Wooten via smallbrook, exploring the full length of the line. After your journey enjoy a cream tea, the perfect way to finish your day!

What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visit to Thursford Collection • 2 train journeys • Boat cruise on broads • Free day in Norwich

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HoLiDAY inn, norWiCH Centre HHHH Located a ten minute walk from the medieval city and with rooms overlooking Norwich City Football ground, this award winning hotel has lots to oﬀer. Rooms are modern, ensuite and have an extra comfy bed, freeview TV, air conditioning, hairdryer and tea/coﬀee facilities. There is a lounge and restaurant, the hotel has a lift.

trouviLLe HoteL, sAnDoWn HHH Our hotel is ideally located opposite Sandown’s golden beach and a 5-minute walk from the pier. Guests can enjoy classic British cuisine in the elegant restaurant and the bar offers light snacks and beverages. All of the en-suite rooms are bright and airy, they feature a flat-screen TV, work desk and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Return ferry crossing to the Isle of Wight • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • 2 included excursions • Steam railway journey and a cream tea • Day at leisure in Sandown • Nightly entertainment

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talyllyn railway and Barmouth This morning we head to the historic, steamoperated railway which runs for 7 ¼ miles through the beautiful Fathew Valley from Tywyn to Abergynolwyn. After our train journey we head to Barmouth located on the coast of Snowdonia, with its a long sandy beach, picturesque harbour and dramatically beautiful Mawddach estuary, spend some time exploring before we return to the hotel. Betws-y-Coed and Bodnant Gardens We first pass through impressive Beddgelert this morning, winners of 'Europe in Bloom' on route to Betws-y-Coed for some free time. After lunch we travel along the scenic Conwy Valley to the famous Bodnant Gardens covering over 80 acres it is one of the finest gardens in Britain. We return to the hotel this afternoon along the opposite shores of the Conwy valley and through the 'Crimea Pass' to Blaenau Ffestiniog. isle of Angelsey and Penrhyn Castle Today we travel north to the Isle of Angelsey, our first stop is at Llanfairpwll……… .gogogoch for coffee and the Pringle Woollen MiII. We then continue on to Penrhyn Castle a 19th century fantasy castle with spectacular contents and grounds sitting between Snowdonia and the Menai Straits.

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What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Excursions with included entrance to Betws-y-Coed and Bodnant Gardens • A visit to the Isle of Angelsey with entrance to Penrhyn Castle • Journey on board the Tallyllyn Railway and visit to Barmouth

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Lion HoteL, CriCCietH HHH A lovely family run hotel located on the green at Criccieth overlooking Cardigan Bay, enjoy a warm welcome, restaurant, two bars, lounge and entertainment area. All bedrooms enjoy en-suite, telephone, TV, hairdryer and tea/coﬀee facilities. The hotel has a lift.

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eXCursions inCLuDeD scilly isles* Following breakfast, we make our way to the ferry terminal and our boat to the scilly isles. We arrive into St Mary’s Isles of Scilly Terminal at lunchtime and a 5minute walk will take us in to Hugh town, the island’s “capital”. It is situated between two beaches and is home to a variety of shops, art and craft galleries and restaurants. Time allowing, you can also stroll along the Garrision high walls above the town or enjoy the nature trails or coastal paths. Midafternoon we return to Penzance having enjoyed a lovely few hours on the Scilly Isles. *Crossing times can vary and are subject to operation

Penzance Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Penzance, famous for its pirates, well the singing variety anyway, the historic port faces Mount’s Bay and has one of the mildest climates in the UK. One of the striking things about the town is the abundance of palm trees and gardens full of sub-tropical plants. Wander the town’s streets and you’ll come across the fabulously decorated Egyptian House, the statue of local hero Sir Humphry Davy (pioneer of mine safety) and art galleries, book sellers and new age shops which add a slightly bohemian feel to the town. Land’s end and st ives This morning we make our way to Land’s end, with its rugged wave battered cliffs, it is the most westerly point in mainland England and the most visited outdoor tourist attraction in Cornwall. From here sit back and enjoy the spectacular coastal views of West Cornwall on our scenic drive to st ives. In St Ives, we have time to explore the medieval fishing port with its maze of stone cottages, narrow streets and old-world charm, you may DePArtures like to sample a Cornish cream tea-don’t forget to put your jam on first! 3rd May 2018

tHe queens HoteL, PenZAnCe HHH Check in, relax and admire the unrivalled views across Mount’s Bay. The Queens Hotel has been welcoming guests since 1862, with great service in a friendly atmosphere the family run hotel oﬀers high levels of comfort and style. Many of the bedrooms have sea views and the Promenade Restaurant is well known for its food and use of fresh local produce. The hotel has a lift and there is free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Day at leisure in Penzance • Boat trip to the Scilly Isles with free time • Excursion to Land’s End and St Ives

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Downton Dynasty and Highclere Castle 5 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD newbury and Henley on thames We visit the Berkshire market town of newbury this morning with its bustling high street and many interesting shops. Next we continue to the stunning Henley on thames, famous for its annual regatta, the historic church (where Dusty Springfield is buried), town hall and market square. The riverside location, surrounded by a Chiltern landscape, has recently been voted as one of the best places to live in the English countryside! Highclere Castle The highlight of our tour is a visit to the magnificent Highclere Castle, home of tv’s ‘Downton Abbey’ and probably the finest Victorian house still in existence. With entrance included you can follow in the footsteps of the cast. Explore the period rooms before heading to the grounds designed by the Northumberland landscape gardener, Capability Brown. The Egyptian exhibition celebrates the 5th Earl of Carnarvon and his archaeological colleague, Howard Carter, who discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun. Winchester Today we head to the former capital of England, the cathedral city of Winchester. The city is easy to navigate and sights to see include The Great Hall, all that remains of Winchester Castle and the Round Table which according to legend is the table at which King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table met. The medieval cathedral houses the 12th century Winchester Bible along with many other interesting DePArtures PriCe antiquities. £365 6th May 2018 2nd September 2018

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APoLLo HoteL, BAsinGstoKe HHHH The Apollo provides well equipped accommodation; it has an award winning restaurant, a bar and oﬀers an indoor pool, spa and gym. The large well designed en-suite bedrooms have power showers, telephone, TV and Wi-Fi. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to Henley on Thames, Newbury and Winchester • Excursion to Highclere Castle including entrance sinGLe suPP

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the prettiest villages in england A visit to Bradford-on Avon followed by a trip to Castle Combe where we will have some free time. A tour in this part of the country is not complete without a visit to Castle Combe (walk into Castle Combe required). A favourite with film makers, this stunning village is located at the southern tip of the Cotswolds and has played host to many film and television productions. In 1966 Doctor Dolittle was filmed in and around the village, more recent productions include Stardust, The Wolf Man and War Horse. Bath Spend a day in the Georgian spa city of Bath, a World Heritage site since 1987. Visit the ancient Roman baths, the Pump Room, Assembly Rooms and Roman ruins. There are many things to see and visit in this fascinating city. river Cruise and Lacock Today we enjoy a two-hour river cruise with coffee and scones. On your return to Devizes Wharf we will be visiting the village of Lacock. With cottages and inns dating back to the 15th century, Lacock was recently used as the backdrop for the BBC production of Cranford. This National Trust village and the nearby abbey have featured in a variety of films and costume dramas including Pride and Prejudice, Harry Potter and The Other Boleyn Girl.

tHe CHeLtenHAM CHAse HoteL, BroCKWortH HHHH This stunning multi-award winning fourstar hotel boasts a stylish and contemporary interior with relaxing bar, lovely restaurant and full leisure facilities which include indoor pool, sauna, steam room and gym. The large tastefully decorated bedrooms offer ensuites with bath and shower, toiletries, TV, telephone, air conditioning and tea/coffee trays. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • 2 excursions with entrances • Full day excursion to Bath • Two-hour river cruise with tea/coffee and scones

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eXCursions inCLuDeD the eden Project Today we visit the eden Project, nestled in a huge crater discover the massive Biomes housing the largest rainforest in captivity, explore the Biomes various climates and ﬂowers. newquay Explore one of the nation's favourite seaside towns, newquay. With 7 miles of glorious golden sandy beaches relax and enjoy a proper holiday – toes in the sand, ice-cream in hand. The town manages to be both trendy and yet remain a great family resort – all wrapped up in the most fantastic coastal scenery. Lost Gardens of Heligan We visit the Lost Gardens of Heligan, recently rediscovered and brought back to life, you can visit the exotic fruit houses, Italian garden and grotto, the 30-acre ‘Lost Valley’ and the subtropical ‘Jungle’ garden. We return to the hotel via Truro, dominated by the tall spire of the Gothic cathedral.

roseMunDY House HoteL, st AGnes HHH Rosemundy House is a family run hotel situated in the Cornish coastal village of St Agnes. Set in over four acres of secluded gardens and woodland it is within easy walking distance of the village. The beautifully appointed ensuite bedrooms have TV with Freeview, telephone, hair dryer and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel does not have a lift but does offer ground floor rooms. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Excursions to the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan (including entrance) • Free time in Newquay • Visit to Truro

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Cotswolds and Enchanting Olde England

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A fascinating holiday ... exploring the beautiful Cotswolds visiting many of the areas “hidden gems.” A holiday of contrasts from visiting Shakespeare’s hometown, to admiring the beauty of Sudeley castle and gardens, wildly regarded as the most beautiful in middle England. Included is a steam train journey through rolling Cotswolds countryside. shakespeare Country Most of the day is free to enjoy Shakespeare’s birthplace, stratford-upon-Avon, with its many sights, shops, boutiques and eateries. Explore the 15th century timber buildings, Shakespeare’s school and birthplace, Royal Shakespeare theatres, Guild Chapel, and Anne Hathaway’s cottage. the Cotswolds Covering a huge area of 800 square miles and encroaching on 5 counties. Today we leisurely roam many diﬀerent areas passing grasslands harbouring thatched medieval “honeysuckled” villages and stately homes. We visit Moreton-in-Marsh, where on Tuesday there is a large open farmers market. We stop at other attractive villages such as Bourton-on-the-Water; the highest village in the Cotswolds, stow-inthe-Wold and Broadway. southern Cotswolds, sudeley Castle and Gardens We head to the spa town of Cheltenham today to board the Gloucestershire and Warwickshire steam railway for a journey through rolling Cotswold countryside to toddington. Your coach will be waiting to take you to nearby sudeley Castle and Gardens. Inside the award winning 1,200 acre estate are many fascinating treasures and breath-taking gardens. sudeley is the only private castle in England to have a queen buried within its grounds – Katherine Parr, the last of Henry VIII’s six DePArtures PriCe wives lies entombed in the beautiful 15th century church. We return £385 20th May 2018 via the medieval river town £385 16th Sept 2018 of Tewkesbury.

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eXCursions inCLuDeD The Romantic Aviemore steam and spey valley This morning we travel to Aviemore, and some free Highland Railways time before boarding our steam train on the Strathspey Railway, where our journey takes us through some of Scotland spectacular Speyside mountainous scenery. We then enjoy some

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Best Western sALForD HALL HoteL nr strAtForD-uPon-Avon HHHH A fascinating Tudor manor almost unchanged by time and lovingly restored as a beautiful hotel. The hotel is Grade I listed for architectural and historical interest and lies in the picturesque Vale of Evesham. A recent renovation captures the unique features whilst providing the comfort and elegance for today's living. The ensuite bedrooms are individual and full of character and offer TV, hairdryer, telephone and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel has a lift.

time in Grantown on Spey which is followed by a visit to the Highland Heather Centre at Dulnain Bridge. Kyle Line train and eilean Donan Castle Today we travel to Inverness and the Kyle Line train, we journey through some dramatic scenery climbing over the highlands and through the carved solid rock that leads to Kyle of Lochalsh, it is little wonder Michael Palin described this journey as “one of the most beautiful rail journeys in the world”. We then continue on to eilean Donan Castle, one of the most iconic images of Scotland, Eilean Donan is recognised all around the world. Situated on an island at the point where three great sea lochs meet, and surrounded by some majestic scenery,

BALAviL HoteL, neWtonMore HHH Situated in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, the Balavil hotel is a family run business that oﬀers a warm and personal welcome, the Balavil oﬀers traditional and stylish accommodation with a varied menu in the restaurant. All rooms are en-suite and have all been recently refurbished with traditional decor, each room has a new flat-screen T.V, tea/coffee facilities, hairdryer and telephone. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Local pick up points • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • 3 excursions with tickets and entrances included • 2 nights entertainment

Jacobite steam railway and Whisky Distillery visit We travel to Fort William where we board the Jacobite steam railway for a two-hour journey to Mallaig, made world famous by the Harry Potter movies, absorb the beautiful views of lochs, mountains, Glenfinnan Viaduct, Loch Morar and the small Isles of Eigg, Muck and Rum. You will then visit a whisky distillery, joining an informative guided tour, followed by a wee dram to end the day! The road journey back is very different to the rail journey. We stop DePArtures PriCe sinGLe suPP off in Glenfinnan to see Bonnie Prince Charlie’s £409 21st May 2018 £65 monument, the twenty-one arched viaduct and Loch Shiel. 24th September 2018 £409 £65

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Discover Dunoon, Argyll and Beautiful Isle of Bute 5 DAY

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isle of Bute, rothesay and Mount stuart Over the Kyles of Bute, before catching the short sea crossing at Colintraive and on to the isle of Bute, with time free in the Victorian seaside town of rothesay. Entry into the impressive Gothic mansion of Mount stuart, a testament to the Stuart’s passion and ﬂamboyance. A lavish palace, arguably one of the best in the UK, with sumptuous rich rooms, including a marble staircase and a 300 acre labyrinth of impressive gardens. inveraray Castle and coastal drive Hugging the shoreline of Lochs Long and Fyne we arrive in the 18th century lochside town of Inveraray, with time free. Entry included into nearby inveraray Castle, the ancestral home of the Duke of Argyll. Explore the rich interiors and stroll round the beautiful grounds leading down to the loch. Returning on one of the most beautiful scenic drives in Scotland, passing the tiny village of Strachur, where the late Sir Fitzroy McLean lived – a famous soldier from which, it is believed 007 – James Bond is based. Then over the Kyles of Bute to Dunoon in plenty time for your Scottish night.

Dunoon and Benmore Gardens Morning free, then a short drive into magniﬁcent mountainous countryside of Ben More within Loch Lomond National Park to discover the hidden Benmore Botanical Gardens, part of the Royal Botanical Gardens. These enchanting gardens date back to the mid 1800’s. Within the 140 acres there’s a formal garden leading through the Redwood Tree Avenue, The Bhutenese Glade, Tasmanian Ridge and The Chilean Rainforest Glade set against a back drop of spectacular views of the Holy Loch.

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Oban, Mull and Sacred Isle of Iona 5 DAYs

roYAL MArine HoteL, Dunoon HHH A popular and friendly hotel, set in a superb seafront location overlooking the Firth and just 2 miles from Dunoon. This mock Tudor hotel has bags of character and offers bar and restaurant. The ensuite rooms offer TV, hairdryer, telephone and tea/coffee facilities plus most rooms have open views. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Welcome refreshment on check in • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Ferry crossing to the Isle of Bute • Entrance into Mount Stuart Palace and Gardens, Inveraray Castle and Gardens and Benmore Botanical Gardens • Scottish night with haggis, music and dance • One other nights entertainment

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staying in the coastal town of oban in the West Highlands and the main ferry point to many of the Hebridean isles. on this holiday, you will experience many aspects of Highland life, set in beautiful countryside see sights you have never seen before as you travel along loch side roads with mountains towering above you. the culmination of the holiday is a cruise to the isle of Mull and the ancient island of iona. seil island and Bridge over the Atlantic After a leisurely breakfast in your waterside hotel, morning free to explore oban. After lunch, we take the short journey to seil island, made famous for the film “Ring of Brightwater.” We cross the “Bridge over the Atlantic” opening up to a magnificent vista of islands. We stop at the quaint village of easdale with its whitewashed fisherman’s cottages and micro-brewery. It is the only place in Britain you ring the bell for the ferryman!

isles of Mull and iona This morning we board the ferry for the beautiful Mull. The island excursion south takes us past imposing Duart Castle to Fionnphort. Here, as foot passengers, you board the short ferry journey to the small and sacred isle of iona. Wander round the island at leisure, with its white sandy beach and pathways. Iona is an island of pilgrimage and recognised as the birthplace of Christianity in the UK. Entry is included into the famous iona Abbey, the resting place of over 100 Scottish Kings. Fort William and lovely Lochaber Along the shoreline of the loch takes you past the mysterious island of Castle Stalker to Fort William at the foot of Ben Nevis, with free time. Then we take the 4 mile journey to neptunes staircase, where you can see boats of all shapes and sizes navigating the 8 locks of the Caledonian Canal. We continue our Lochaber day to Gairlochy, along the side of the DePArtures PriCe canal, stopping at the famed Commando Monument for photos with £465 3rd June 2018 terriﬁc views of Ben Nevis.

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CoLuMBA HoteL, oBAn HHH The Columba’s Victorian charm offers a warm welcome, the attentive staff will ensure your stay is everything you could wish for. The bedrooms offer views of the harbour, sea and/or the hills. All of the tastefully decorated en-suite bedrooms boast TV, Wi-Fi, Iron/iron board, telephone, hairdryer, coffee and tea making facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Welcome refreshments on check in • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Return Ferry Oban – Mull • Return ferry Mull – Iona • Entry into Iona Abbey sinGLe suPP

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Torquay Highlights

eXCursions inCLuDeD enjoy a day at leisure in the resort, our fantastic hotel complex oﬀers a wide range of facilities and activities and torquay oﬀers an abundance of cafes, shops, bars and a lovely marina with a busy waterfront and a Mediterranean feel.

steam train, Dartmouth and a steam Paddler Cruise Our excursion today takes us to nearby Paignton where we board a steam train for a scenic journey along the sweeping coast to Kingswear. We then cross the river into Dartmouth and enjoy some free time at this pretty, unique and historic port, a town full of individual boutique shops, galleries and colourful characters! Our next adventure sees us join a steam Paddler enjoy an hour cruise taking in beautiful scenery of the English Riviera as we head up to the Totnes Steamer Quay where your coach will be waiting to return you back to the hotel. Buckfast Abbey and Dartmoor national Park Highlights This morning we head to the Buckfast Abbey, originally a Saxon monastery founded during the reign of King Cnut in 1018, steeped in history and wonder today this stunning location is like a small village. Spend some time admiring the Abbey, take a stroll through the grounds or visit the local shops oﬀering their own produce including the famous Buckfast Tonic Wine which is sold worldwide. Our next visit is to the market town of tavistock birthplace of Sir Francis Drake, we enjoy time to have some lunch and visit the market DePArtures PriCe before returning to the hotel this afternoon. £355 4th June 2018

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What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • 1 free day at leisure in Torquay • Visit to Dartmouth and Tavistock • Entrance in to Buckfast Abbey • Cruise and train journey • Nightly entertainment • Porterage sinGLe suPP

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Morecambe and Fleetwood After breakfast we enjoy an excursion to Morecambe. Stroll along the golden sands, or visit the Eric Morecambe statue which looks across the promenade. We then call at the coastal town of Fleetwood with its famous market. st Annes Spend a day in resort and discover st Annes. The jewel in the crown of Lancashire’s Fylde coast, this planned town only came about in the late 19th century when it was built to rival Lytham. Today it is unspoilt, take a stroll along the seafront and sample some of the local produce. Lake District explorer Today we venture to the beautiful Lake District, calling at Ambleside which overlooks Lake Windermere and then Grasmere.

tLH CArLton HoteL, torquAY HHH More than just a hotel, this complex of hotels oﬀers many facilities from bowling to swimming, dancing to archery and nightly entertainment. All bedrooms enjoy en-suite bathroom, TV and radio, tea/coﬀee facilities, complimentary toiletries, hairdryer, telephone and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a lift. Recently inspected by us.

Bury Market This morning we head to the award winning Bury Market, wander through the many indoor and outdoor stalls or take a look around the transport museum or the many shops.

CHADWiCK HoteL, st Annes on seA HHH Our hotel is family run and located within walking distance to the quaint St Annes on Sea. The hotel boast Four Seasons restaurant and Bugatti bar, playing host to live music. There is also Atlantis Health and Leisure Centre featuring a swimming pool, gym, spa and Nordic sauna. The spacious rooms are all en-suite and feature hair dryer, satellite TV and tea/coﬀee facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Free time in St Annes on Sea • Visits to Morecombe, Fleetwood, Bury Market • Lake District excursion calling at Ambleside and Grasmere

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The Castles and Gardens of Kent 5 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD royal tunbridge Wells and Leeds Castle A short hop, skip and jump and we arrive at the Georgian spa town of royal tunbridge Wells where you can enjoy the local shops, cafes and bars available along the “Pantiles”. This afternoon we take in the “Loveliest Castle in the World” the sensational Leeds Castle, having been home to royalty, lords and ladies for over 1000 years this masterpiece offers an array of attractions. Bodiam Castle and sissinghurst Castle Garden Today we visit the 14th century moated Bodiam Castle, one of Britain's most romantic and picturesque castles. We also call at the sissinghurst Castle Garden, created by Vita Sackville-West and her husband Sir Harold Nicolson, the intimate grounds of this Elizabethan mansion offer romantic little compartments filled with colourful floral displays and unspoilt lakeside and woodland walks.

Penshurst Place, Gardens and Chartwell This morning we make our way to Penshurst Place and Gardens a 14th century Manor House and once the property of Henry VIII, the stunning 11 acres of walled gardens oﬀer beauty at every turn. Our second visit is to Chartwell, the former family home and garden of Sir Winston Churchill. Steeped in history and many of the rooms remaining much as they were when he lived here!

MerCure tunBriDGe WeLLs HoteL HHHH This 18th century former oast house set in its own grounds offers a beautiful and relaxing setting for this tour. The hotel offers a restaurant, comfortable bar and fully-equipped health and leisure club with indoor heated pool and everything you need to help unwind. All rooms are en-suite and feature flat-screen TV, tea/coffee facilities, telephone, hairdryer and complimentary Wi-Fi. The hotel does not have a lift but does offer ground floor rooms. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to Leeds Castle, Bodiam Castle, Chartwell, Sissinghurst and Penshurst Place and Gardens.

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Sidmouth and Devon Delights 5 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD exe estuary Cruise We travel to the ﬁrst town in Devon, exmouth, with its two miles of golden sandy beaches, Exmouth is the gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Jurassic Coast. This town oﬀers a diverse selection of shops, many independent, places to eat and things to do. In the afternoon, we take a cruise along the calm waters of the exe estuary. Travelling on the family owned Stuart Line with an entertaining commentary, your Skipper will tell you about the history of this area, the beautiful sites and also the resident and visiting wildlife. The Exe is one of the top rivers in the country for wildlife and is a feeding ground for several seals, you may be lucky enough to see the resident seal on your trip! exeter and Historic Fursdon exeter is the capital of Devon and is situated on the River Exe. Full of character and ancient history the city dates back to the Roman era, Exeter city walls surround its centre and the Gothic Exeter Cathedral; rooftop tours are available for those with a head for heights! Exeter Castle (also known as Rougemont Castle) is a Norman landmark that stands on top of the highest part of the city. Take a walk in the famous listed gardens, Northenhay and Rougemont Gardens. There is much to see in this beautiful city. This afternoon we travel to one of Devon’s hidden gems – Fursdon House, where we have arranged a private guided tour and a cream tea. The elegant family home occupied by the family for over 750 years, started as a modest cob and thatch dwelling in 1259. Over the last 35 years the gardens have been redesigned and extended, you will also have the opportunity to visit them. Day at leisure Described by John Betjemen as “a town caught still in a timeless charm”, enjoy this pleasant traditional seaside resort which has PriCe been popular since DePArtures Regency times. £459 24th June 2018 14th September 2018 £459

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roYAL YorK AnD FAuLKner HoteL, siDMoutH HHH Splendid highly-rated hotel, with Regency charm and grandeur in a wonderful position at the centre of Sidmouth’s elegant Esplanade. The Royal York and Faulkner has been family-owned and run for over 60 years and oﬀers high standards of service. The public areas are spacious and there are spa facilities to enjoy. The hotel has a lift and oﬀers Wi-Fi. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • River Exe cruise • Fursdon guided tour and cream tea

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isle of Anglesey, Beaumaris and Bangor Following breakfast this morning we take a scenic drive along the coast to the isle of Anglesey. We will pay a visit to Llanfair PG, the town made famous for its very long name, far too long to print it here! On our tour round the Isle we will call at Beaumaris, dominated by its unﬁnished fortress, before ending the day at Bangor, well known for its cathedral, university and pier with views over the Menai Strait. Llandudno Spend a couple of days discovering the ‘Queen of Welsh resorts’ at leisure in Llandudno, stroll around the promenade, take in the charming pier, enjoy a ride on the famous tramway or sample the modern shopping arcade. snowdonia national Park and Caernarfon Our excursion today is the snowdonia national Park. We visit the pretty mountain village of Betws-y-Coed and then experience the unrivalled scenery as we travel through Llanberis to call at Caernarfon, home to one of the UK’s ﬁnest castles.

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eXCursions inCLuDeD north Wales coast and Penrhyn Castle Passing sandy beaches and coastal villages we stop oﬀ in Llandudno. Nearby, is the enormous 19th century fantasy - Penrhyn Castle. A neo- Norman castle crammed with fascinating items, such as a one-ton slate bed made for Queen Victoria, elaborate carvings, plasterwork and mockNorman furniture, an outstanding collection of paintings and a fascinating industrial railway museum. The 60 acres of grounds includes exotic trees, plants and a Victorian walled garden.

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What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Snowdonia tour visiting Betws-y-Coed and Caernarfon • Isle of Anglesey tour visiting Llanfair PG, Beaumaris and Bangor • Free time in Llandudno • Porterage

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st KiLDA HoteL, LLAnDuDno HHH Winner of ‘Best Hotel for Groups’ by Group Travel Organiser readers for three consecutive years and runner up in 2015. A family run hotel offering a very warm welcome, including a complimentary taste of their famous home made scones. All bedrooms have their own unique character and offer ensuite facilities including walk-in showers and/or baths. Each is equipped with telephone, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, radio and flat screen television. The hotel has a lift.

Journey to the rooftop of Wales We travel through the Welsh Highlands to join the 4.7mile rail journey at Llanberis to snowdon’s summit – the highest peak in Wales and a place of legend. At 3506ft it dominates the landscape. At the summit, there is a state of the art visitor centre with restaurant, and a path leading to Snowdon’s summit. Close by, we visit the national slate Museum – travel back to Victorian times, see the workshops, split a slate and hear the stories giving a real insight into the hardships of quarry life. Anglesey and Puffin island Cruise Firstly Caernarfon, a town dating back to the 13th century, dominated by Caernarfon Castle, built by Edward I and is surely one of the most impressive castles in Wales and worthy of its World Heritage status. Later, we venture over the Menai Straights and on to the isle of Anglesey. Photo stop at the impressive Beaumaris Castle, a great unfinished masterpiece, built in 1295. Nearby, we join the cruise to Puffin island – home to many species of birds and wildlife. The 1½ hour cruise takes you right round the island with regular sightings of puffins, grey seals and dolphins.

roYAL viCtoriA HoteL, LLAnBeris HHH The Royal Victoria Hotel is uniquely located close to Llanberis at the foot of Snowdon, within 30 acres of gardens and woodlands, which include the historic castle of Dolbadarn. The fully equipped en-suite bedrooms are designed to offer you somewhere comfortable that you can really relax in. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast plus coffee • Entry to Penrhyn Castle and Gardens and the National Slate Museum • Return journey on Snowdon Mountain Railway • 4 nights entertainment in Llanberis • Cruise to Puffin Island • Porterage

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Our boats and trains package is enthralling because each day is diﬀerent.

Loch ness and urquhart Castle We start the day with free time in the Highlands capital inverness, then to nearby Loch Ness. Board the covered cruiser at Clansman Harbour proceeding out on to this most famous of Lochs, berthing at urquhart Castle with entrance to the visitor centre and castle grounds. We return to the hotel via Fort Augustus and the eastern shoreline of the Loch. isle of skye and glass bottom cruise Board the Kyle Line between inverness and skye, described by Michael Palin as “one of the best railway journeys in the world”. In Kyle your coach collects you to board the semi- submersible glass bottom boat seaprobe Atlantis, voted as the best wildlife watching experience by the Daily Telegraph. See abundant wildlife above and below the waves, and out to the protected sanctuary of seal island. There’s a good chance of seeing otters, seals and puﬃns. Some trips, depending on tides, include a chance to explore the amazing WW2 shipwreck HMS Napier – a 500ft minelayer which sank in 1942.

Aviemore and Funicular railway Leisurely morning to explore Aviemore and its local sights, before travelling the short distance to the base of the Cairngorms to board Scotland’s only Funicular railway - the highest railway in the UK. You will be transported 3599 feet above sea level, in a journey which takes 15 minutes. At the top, the views of the Highlands is simply breathtaking. There are easily graded walks, a viewing terrace, an PriCe exhibition about the Cairngorms and the Ptarmigan – the UK’s highest DePArtures restaurant. £454 15th July 2018

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The Railways and Waterways of Devon and Somerset s 5 DAY

As you would expect the hotel oﬀers a wide range of facilities and the en-suite bedrooms enjoy hair dryer, TV, telephone and tea/coﬀee facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • 3 nights entertainment including Scottish night at Carrbridge • Cruise on a glass bottom boat and Loch Ness • Entrance to Urquhart Castle • Return Cairngorm Mountain Railway • Single journey on Inverness – Skye Line sinGLe suPP

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eXCursions inCLuDeD If you love the transport of yesteryear, (which does not include our coach!) then this tour is for you. Enjoy some stunning rail journeys and a wonderful horse drawn canal cruise whilst surrounded by the beautiful scenery of Devon and Somerset. rail and sail Today our excursion takes us to the south Devon railway. Sit back and relax as you are transported along the stunning valley of the River Dart, before you take your seats for your second train journey on the Paignton and Dartmouth railway to Kingswear. Our next journey is on board the ferry to Dartmouth, you can enjoy some free time to explore at your leisure, the coach returns us to the hotel later this afternoon. West somerset railway This morning we journey back in time as we board the West somerset railway. Enjoy the spectacular scenery as we meander through the rolling Quantock Hills, this memorable journey takes us past the unspoilt villages, fantastic countryside and amazing views of Dunster Castle and Minehead’s seaside.

tiverton Horse Drawn Barge We visit tiverton today to board one of the last horse drawn barges in the UK, this canal cruise oﬀers ‘a little bit of heaven in Devon’! Experience the peace and tranquillity as we are pulled along the Grand Western Canal by a shire horse. A truly stunning day out - not to DePArtures PriCe be missed! £429 15th July 2018

MACDonALD strAtHsPeY HoteL, AvieMore HHH With stunning views of the Cairngorm mountains and just 2 minutes away from Spey Valley Shopping area our hotel is well situated. Refurbished in 2016 the hotel is a high-end 3 star property.

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CorBYn HeAD HoteL, torquAY HHH This award winning hotel is situated on the seafront in Torquay, it has amazing coastal views and is a level walk to the town centre. It has many culinary accolades including an AA Rosette and Michelin Guide accreditation. Its en-suite bedrooms offer flat screen TV, telephone, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel does not have a lift but offers ground floor rooms. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Excursions with entrance to South Devon Rail including ferry to Dartmouth • Journey on the Tiverton Horse Drawn Barge • Journey on the West Somerset Railway sinGLe suPP

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Summertime in the Lakes 5 DAY

eXCursions inCLuDeD Bowness on Windermere With our centrally located hotel you can enjoy a day at leisure to explore Bowness on Windermere, with so much to do you may want to get up early! Visit the local shops, take a cruise, discover the World of Beatrix Potter or admire the stunning views with an ice cream in hand.

Muncaster Castle and ravenglass and esk Dale steam railway Today we take in the stunning scenery as we make our way to Muncaster Castle with its 70-acre garden and World Owl Centre, entrance included. Following our visit, we head to ravenglass for a journey on the ravenglass and esk Dale steam railway, the journey takes us up through Eskdale Valley to Boot Station and the visitor centre at Dalegarth. Penrith and Keswick After breakfast we visit the gateway to the Lake District, the quaint market town of Penrith. Our second visit today takes us to the popular town of Keswick, this all year round tourist destination oﬀers an array of local shops set on a cobbled high street. Hawes Following a leisurely morning, we make our way to Hawes and the famous Wensleydale Cheese Factory.

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Scenic Shropshire, Welsh Borders and Severn Valley Steam 5 DAYs

Best Western sHAP WeLLs HoteL HHH Located on the edge of the Lake District the Shap Wells restaurant is renowned for its fine food and boasts wonderful views over the river. Guests can relax following dinner in the Fell lounge with log fires, the Riverside bar or the games room with snooker table. The hotel has a lift. All of the recently refurbished bedrooms offer en-suite facilities and include TV, alarm clock and complimentary tea and coffee making facilities. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to Wensleydale Cheese Factory and Keswick • Entrance in to Muncaster Castle and Gardens • Journey on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway • Day at leisure in Bowness

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Tucked away on the Welsh border is Shropshire which is easy to reach from most parts of England - a delightful area to visit, staying comparatively unchanged for decades. The unspoilt countryside, laid back lifestyles and pretty medieval towns are all there to be enjoyed.

shrewsbury and Ludlow Firstly, we visit shrewsbury - one of England’s ﬁnest Tudor towns, with black and white Tudor buildings and ancient alleyways. Take some time to explore before we take the scenic drive through borderlands and meadows to Ludlow – one of the most picturesque medieval towns in England, with its river and 13th century castle.

victorian Blists Hill and ironbridge Gorge Close by we arrive at ironbridge on the River Severn, recognised as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution in the 1700’s. The town has many curiosity shops and cafés and 4 miles further is Blists Hill victorian town - one of the largest open-air museums in the UK. Together with costumed staﬀ and the re-creation of a bank, shops, pub, a school (where you can attend a lesson), bakers, printers and more gives you a fascinating insight into the hardships endured during the Victorian era. severn valley steam railway and Worcester To Bridgnorth, an attractive 17th century river port of 2 halves, the lower half is beside the River Severn, and the castled upper town is connected by the steepest funicular railway in the UK. There are many shops and attractions including a leaning castle where Charles 1 lost his head in 1645. Later, we catch the steam train on the scenic journey along the Severn Valley to Kidderminster, spending the DePArtures PriCe afternoon in the beautiful cathedral and university city of Worcester. £389 30th July 2018

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BuCKAtree HALL HoteL, neAr WeLLinGton HHH Located just outside of Telford, our hotel is set in lovely grounds and oﬀers a bar, restaurant and lounge. All bedrooms enjoy en-suite facilities, hair dryer, TV, telephone and tea/coﬀee facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Welcome tea and biscuits on check in • Glass of wine with dinner on 1 night • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • 1 night entertainment • Entry into Victorian Blists Hill Town and 9 other attractions • Steam train rail journey sinGLe suPP

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Summer Fun in Weston-Super-Mare s AY D 5

eXCursions inCLuDeD West somerset railway and Minehead This morning you can admire the stunning scenery of the Quantock hills, the unspoilt villages and delightful views as you travel on the longest heritage railway in England. Enjoy some free time in Minehead to explore the station with its turning table and café or take a stroll along the seafront. Later this afternoon we re-join our train and return to Bishops Lydeard.

Glastonbury, Wells and Cheddar Gorge A trio of fun today, we call at the famous Glastonbury steeped in history and reputed to be the burial place of King Arthur and Queen Guinevere. Then onto England’s smallest and probably most beautiful city Wells and our ﬁnal visit takes us to Britain’s largest Gorge which reaches 500 feet in places and oﬀers wild DePArtures PriCe and natural beauty, Cheddar Gorge is not to be missed! £413 6th August 2018

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Carmarthen We have a free day in your resort of Carmarthen and today is market day! Stalls with fruit and veg, locally produced meats, bread, cakes, antique jewellery, collector’s items and a range of art and craft... the list is endless! Pembroke and st. Davids Enjoy a visit to the popular ﬁshing port of Pembroke before spending the afternoon in st.Davids, named after the patron saint of Wales and awarded city status in 1995, it is the smallest city in the UK. tenby Our excursion today takes us to tenby, one of the prettiest seaside towns in Wales. It’s fantastic sandy beaches stretch for miles and the walled town centre is a maze of delightful cobbled streets and alley ways crammed with seaside shops, bars, cafes and restaurants awaiting exploration.

sMitHs HoteL, Weston-suPer-MAre HHH Situated on the beautiful seafront of Weston-Super-Mare, this recently refurbished Victorian hotel is family run. Offering a comfortable lounge, bars, nightly entertainment and a restaurant offering freshly prepared food. All rooms enjoy en-suite facilities, hairdryer, tea/coffee facilities, trouser press, TV and telephone. The hotel has a lift.

ivY BusH roYAL HoteL, CArMArtHen HHH The hotel has been recently refurbished to blend its old world charm with modern facilities. Fresh local produce is used in the restaurant menu along with a comprehensive wine list. All rooms are en-suite with TV and radio, free Wi-Fi, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coﬀee making facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Excursions to Tenby, Pembroke and St. Davids • Free time in Carmarthen

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Spectacular Shetland and Orkney Mini Cruise 5 DAYs

nortHLinK FerrY WitH CABin 1 night All accommodation has been built with your comfort in mind. Cabins are modern, clean and fully equipped with en-suite washbasin, toilet and shower facilities. All cabins are now equipped with an individual temperature control and tea and coﬀee-making facilities.

eXCursions inCLuDeD On the northern frontier of Europe lies the Shetland and Orkneys Isles, an archipelago of small islands. Experience the local island lifestyles; be in touch with 5000 years of history. This memorable voyage of discovery is complimented with stay overs in mainland Scotland. Cruise to the shetlands This afternoon we take the coastal road to Aberdeen and arrive to check in ready for our overnight sailing to Lerwick and the Shetlands. Relax in your 2 berth en-suite cabin before dinner this evening. shetland tour - Wake up in Lerwick! After breakfast we join the coach and our guide for the day. Our tour takes in the unspoilt coastline with huge cliﬀs and abundant wildlife. We visit the outstanding site of Jarlshof viking settlement and scalloway Castle and enjoy some free time in the island’s capital - Lerwick. Later this afternoon we sail to the Orkneys with dinner on board, we then head to our hotel the 3* harbour side, Stromness Hotel. orkney tour Today’s guide meets us at the hotel, we head out taking in the unspoilt sea and landscapes, bountiful wildlife, outstanding archaeology and with an opportunity to discover over 5,000 years of history! Visiting World Heritage sites of skarra Brae, stones of stenness, ring of Brodgar, plus skaill House, Churchill Barriers, italian Chapel, scapa Flow. Lunch at leisure in Kirkwall followed by a visit st Magnus Cathedral. inverness and the northern Highlands We leave after breakfast for the 11.00hrs sailing to Scrabster. Heading south the road hugs the coastline from Wick to Brora with its sandy beaches and nearby “fairy-tale” Dunrobin Castle. We then journey onwards to inverness with time free for shopping and sightseeing. Afterwards we continue south through the Spey Valley for your journey home.

tHe stroMness HoteL, orKneYs HHH 2 nights Overlooking the picturesque harbour in Stromness (birthplace of George MacKay Brown), the Stromness Hotel provides comfortable accommodation and ﬁnest Orkney produce in the Scapa Flow restaurant to make your trip to Orkney very special. The bedrooms are en-suite with telephones, colour television and tea/coﬀee making facilities. The hotel has a lift. overniGHt HoteLs * GooD stAnDArD HoteL, PertHsHire/stirLinG X 1 niGHt Our hotel will be minimum 3* standard and offer a restaurant, bar and a lift or ground floor rooms. All rooms will offer en-suite bathrooms, tea/coffee making facilities, remote control colour TV and telephone. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visit to St Andrews and Dundee • A full day guided tour of Shetland • A full day guided tour of the Orkneys * Photo iD is required for this trip

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eXCursions inCLuDeD In the heart of England lies the Peak District National Park, an area of outstanding beauty with visitors coming to ﬁnd peace and tranquillity, and enjoy some of England’s ﬁnest scenery from its high limestone peaks to snake like gorges. To visit impressive stately homes and picturesque stone built villages. This tour combines “High- Peak” scenery, with a visit to one of England’s most impressive stately homes and gardens as well as a nostalgic Peak District steam journey.

Peak District and Chatsworth House 5 DAYs

Peak District national Park At the northern tip of the national Park is an area known as the High Peaks. To get there, we travel over Snake Pass, with its stunning elevated scenic vista to Ladybower Reservoir where the Dambusters trained during WWII. Further on is Derwent Reservoir, with the ruins of Derwent Village hidden beneath its waters. On to eyam the plague town from 1665, with its museum and then Castleton, home of the legendary Blue John Caverns, said to be the finest in the UK and beloved by Queen Victoria. Matlock Bath and nostalgic steam Following a leisurely morning we head to the quaint town of Ashbourne, we then explore the eastern side of the Peak District. What better way to see the scenery glide past is by joining the nostalgic steam train journey through sweeping Derbyshire countryside between rowsley and Matlock. We stop off at the popular Matlock Bath, nestling alongside the River Derwent in a steep and beautiful gorge, with a number of attractions, walks, shops and café’s. Peak District and Chatsworth House Entering the Peak District, we stop off in Bakewell, with a visit to the original Bakewell Pudding shop, where the famous tart is still made. The afternoon is spent at nearby Chatsworth House and Gardens – reported as one of England’s finest stately homes. Explore the house with all its unique treasures. Wander the 105 acres of gardens set against a backdrop of Peak District countryside. We return through DePArtures PriCe the southern Peak District via Buxton. £349 13th August 2018

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4H Luxury in England’s Heartland 5 DAYs

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Historic tewkesbury and regency Cheltenham After breakfast we make our way to tewkesbury, with its notable Tudor buildings and Tewkesbury Abbey. A fine Norman abbey, originally part of a monastery, which was saved from dissolution by King Henry VIII. This afternoon we visit the charming spa town of Cheltenham, located on the edge of the Cotswolds it offers spacious promenades and grand architecture creating a delightful town full of history. West Midlands safari Park Today we make our way to the award winning West Midland safari Park. We drive through the safari which covers 150 acres and 4 miles and features some of the greatest species known to man, including the UK’s only pride of white lions and the largest group of cheetahs, also you can see the rhino’s, white tigers, giraffe and elephants to name just a few plus there’s a Discovery Trail and African Village. sudeley Castle and Gardens, evesham and Broadway This morning we visit sudeley Castle and Gardens a popular attraction with award-winning gardens, the castle has played an important role in England’s history, boasting royal connections that stretch back over 1,000 years.

This afternoon we head to evesham a picturesque, historic market town located on the tranquil banks of the river Avon. Our final visit is to the gateway of the Cotswolds, Broadway; this village offers the irresistible combination of peace and tranquillity. The historic high street and arcades offer an eclectic mix of quality shops, boutiques and art galleries.

tHe CHeLtenHAM CHAse HoteL, BroCKWortH HHHH This stunning multi-award winning four-star hotel boasts a stylish and contemporary interior with relaxing bar, lovely restaurant and full leisure facilities which include indoor pool, sauna, steam room and gym. The large tastefully decorated bedrooms oﬀer en-suites with bath and shower, toiletries, TV, telephone, air conditioning and tea/coﬀee trays. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • 3 excursions with included entrances

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A Trio of Shires and their Historic Houses

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Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire and Wrest Park, Bedfordshire Today we head to Waddesdon Manor to explore the mansion house and one of the most exceptional collections of French 18th century arts and portraits in the world. Waddesdon prides itself on its ﬂower displays and a visit would not be complete without touring the gardens. This afternoon experience Wrest Park; view their formal gardens and fascinating history dating back over 150 years, the gardens were originally inspired by the great gardens of Versailles in France.

Hatfield House, Hertfordshire and st Albans Cathedral We visit the beautiful Jacobean Hatfield House, home of the first Earl of Salisbury and Chief Minister to King James I from 1607 to 1611. There is a marvellous collection of pictures, furnishings and historic armour to discover and the grounds offer wonderful gardens to explore. This afternoon we visit Roman st Albans and the oldest site of continuous Christian worship in Britain, here our guide will join us for a tour of the Cathedral and Abbey Church of st Alban. Following a tour of the cathedral you can explore the Roman museums, excellent shopping, fascinating history, there is something here for everyone. Knebworth House and Gardens, Hertfordshire A day will be spent visiting Knebworth House and Gardens, whilst famous worldwide for its rock concerts, Knebworth is home to the Lytton Cobbold family who have owned the house for over 500 years. The house has a fine collection of DePArtures PriCe textiles, paintings and furniture plus formal gardens not be missed! £374 27th August 2018

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England’s Mighty Castles and Stately Homes s 5 DAY

AuBreY PArK HoteL, st ALBAns HHHH Located on a quiet woodland backdrop between Hemel Hempstead and St Albans set in 9 acres of rolling English countryside, sets the scene for a stay that's well and truly relaxing. With heritage stretching back to 1287, the hotel is up to date with fresh contemporary interiors including the light, airy brasserie serving great seasonal food. Hotel rooms are decorated in a soothing classic contemporary style with big welcoming beds, soft duvets and fresh white linen, all designed to make your stay as comfortable as possible. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • 3 excursions all with entrances sinGLe suPP

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England has some of the worlds’ best castles and stately homes, none more so than in the south of England. We have arranged for you to visit a 13th century royal castle, a 16th century French styled chateau and the imposing Arundel Castle with its extensive gardens. We blend these memorable visits with a steam journey on the famous Bluebell Railway as well as “The city of dreaming spires”. Hever Castle and Bluebell steam This morning we board the famous Bluebell steam train at Sheﬃeld Park for a nostalgic journey through Sussex countryside. Nearby, is Hever Castle and Gardens, one of the best kept examples of a 13th century castle, home to Anne Boleyn, second wife of Henry Vlll. The castle is full of treasures, and the 125 acres of gardens are amongst the best in the country with over 4000 plants including the Italian garden, walled rose garden and water features.

Arundel Castle and Chichester We visit Arundel Castle this morning with its historical grandeur dating back to Norman times, finely preserved interiors, fascinating tapestries, antique furniture and many rare paintings. There are extensive gardens which include a stumpery, organic kitchen garden as well as a walled garden. We will make a stop in historic Chichester before returning. Waddesdon Manor and oxford Today we visit oxford, “The city of dreaming spires” - the oldest university town in the world and location to many TV programmes and films such as Inspector Morse and Downton Abbey. Afterwards, with views of the Chilterns and Vale of Aylesbury we reach Waddesdon Manor a 16th century French Renaissance style chateau. This fashionable house offers a collection of fine art and furniture. Step DePArtures PriCe back in time in the Victorian gardens, flamboyant colours amid ornate 3rd September 2018 £389 fountains and statuary.

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CoPPiD BeeCH HoteL, BrACKneLL HHHH The stunning Alpine style hotel is located in Royal Berkshire, the hotel boasts leisure facilities, Rowans restaurant, the Bier Keller pub and the lounge bar. With air-conditioned rooms offering comfortable bed, seating area with an armchair and coffee table, LCD TV, keyboard, telephone, en-suite bathroom with shower, tea and coffee making facilities and complimentary WiFI access. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Welcome tea and biscuits on check in • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Entry to Arundel Castle and gardens, Waddesdon Manor and gardens, Hever Castle and gardens, • Journey on the Bluebell Steam Railway • Visits to Oxford and Chichester sinGLe suPP

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Looking for something completely different try the luxurious Crieff Hydro Hotel and Spa Resort located in the midst of beautiful Perthshire countryside. Individually designed rooms, fine food in a glorious setting and the facilities in this 900-acre estate are immense.

Crieff and Whisky tour This morning relax in the luxurious confines of Crieff Hydro, take a swim, try an outdoor pursuit or take a stroll through the estate. This afternoon we have a guided tour and tastings at the world-famous Grouse whisky distillery, Glenturret, near Crieff, with 2 tastings. Afterwards, for those that wish, browse Crieff with its shops and cafes and then either take the short walk back to the hotel or re-join the coach for the short transfer back to the hotel. the Highlands and six Lochs tour A fabulous day awaits, heading westwards through Perthshire Highland countryside, along Loch earn. Turning north the scenery dramatically unfolds, the mountains are taller, the lochs become bigger and the population becomes sparser. Loch Lomond, Loch Long and Loch Fyne before descending into the historical town of inveraray for some free time. After lunch northwards bound passing Loch Awe and Kilchurn Castle, skirting Glencoe before returning along the shore of Loch tay.

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The Grand Scottish All Inclusive Ys 5 DA

eXCursions inCLuDeD edinburgh and rosslyn Chapel Today we head though beautiful border country towards edinburgh stopping oﬀ at the 15th century rossyln Chapel, a truly compelling and unique building surviving the turbulent times of the Reformation, to the Da Vinci Code as portrayed in the 2003 ﬁlm starring Tom Hanks. This afternoon is spent enjoying beautiful edinburgh. Loch Lomond and trossachs After breakfast we head north to an area of outstanding Highland beauty. We travel through the trossachs visiting Callander, Aberfoyle and Drymen before stopping at Lomond shores, at the southern tip of the loch for retail therapy, by-passing Glasgow on the way back to your hotel.

Ayrshire Coast and Dumfries House This morning we travel to Ayr and take in some sea air before heading to nearby Dumfries House, one of Britain’s most beautiful stately homes and best kept secrets, with sumptuous interiors and furnishings all set around 2000 acres of land. Remaining virtually unchanged in 250 years, in 2007 HRH The Prince of Wales headed a consortium of charities DePArtures PriCe to purchase the house in order to keep this historical jewel intact and accessible to the public. £349 1st October 2018

What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Welcome tea/coﬀee and biscuits on check in • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • 1 Scottish themed dinner (set menu) • Entry Scone Palace and grounds • Guided Whisky tour and 2 tastings

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tinto House, sYMinGton HHH Set in peaceful surroundings our friendly hotel offers a warm welcome, enjoy the comfortable bar and restaurant offering traditional food. All bedrooms are comfortably furnished and offer en-suite facilities, hairdryer, TV, telephone, complimentary Wi-Fi and tea/coffee facilities. All bedrooms are on the first floor, the hotel does not have a lift although it does have a ramp. Porterage will be on hand to assist. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner with wine, bed and breakfast • 3 light packed lunches • 3 drinks vouchers per night • 3 nights entertainment – one Scottish themed • Entry to Rosslyn Chapel and Dumfries House sinGLe suPP

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Perthshire and scone Palace Today we stop at two of Perthshire’s most well-known towns; Dunkeld with its cathedral and the Victorian spa town of Pitlochry. This afternoon we visit scone Palace, absorbing 1500 years of colourful history. Scone has been the seat of parliament and crowning place of many Scottish Kings including Macbeth, Robert the Bruce and Charles II. Poised above the Tay, Scone’s grounds and gardens are DePArtures PriCe well renowned across the world.

CrieFF HYDro HoteL AnD resort, CrieFF HHHH The highly rated Hydro hotel has a wealth of things to do from golf to relaxing in the indoor pool. With constant upgrading the hotel is back to its former grandeur and is a special place to stay. The food is top-notch and the facilities are quite outstanding. All rooms enjoy en-suite facilities, TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coﬀee facilities. The hotel has a lift.

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Great Gardens of Ireland 5 DAYs

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Malahide Castle and Gardens Malahide Castle is a magnificent 12th century castle located in the seaside village of Malahide and close to Dublin city centre. The castle is fully furnished with beautiful period furniture and paintings. The stunning 4 acre walled gardens are home to an array of exotic plants collected and planted by Lord Milo Talbot. There is also an Avoca shop and cafe. national Botanic Gardens Dublin On the outskirts of Dublin city centre, the national Botanic Gardens are an oasis of calm and beauty. A premier scientific institution, the gardens also contain the National Herbarium and several historic wrought iron glasshouses. irish national stud From horses to horticulture, the irish national stud offers you a unique experience including visiting some of Irelands most famous race horses! Visit the beautiful Japanese Gardens created in 1906 which are among the finest in Europe. newbridge Enjoy a browse of newbridge, some of Irelands finest silverware collection. They also have a Christmas shop and a cafe which has fabulous cream cakes!

No visit to Newbridge would be complete without a visit to the Museum of Style Icons, which hosts numerous collections and artefacts relating to Stars of the Silver Screen - including Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe, Princess Grace, Princess Diana, Michael Jackson, Michael Flatley, the Beatles and many more.

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What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Return Irish Sea crossing • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Entrances to Malahide Castle, National Botanic Gardens and the Irish National Stud • Visit to Newbridge

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ArKLoW BAY HoteL, ArKLoW HHH Located on the seafront our hotel offers some lovely views, with a traditional warm welcome you can relax and enjoy the hotels many features including restaurant, bar, lounge area and full leisure facilities boasting an indoor swimming pool, steam room, sauna, gymnasium and jacuzzi. All rooms offer en-suite bathroom, TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift.

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isle of Bute Our excursion today is to the isle of Bute. We visit the island’s principle town of Rothesay before enjoying a circular tour calling at Royal Burgh of Rothesay, the island’s main town where you can view its splendid Victorian frontage and esplanade gardens. We then continue to the beautiful Scalpsie Bay, home of a large colony of seals who gaze in curiosity from their rocky perches at those who gather to watch their antics! Kyle of Bute Our second excursion takes us through the spectacular area between Loch striven and Loch Fyne to the Kyle of Bute. We will call at the picturesque village of strachur, famous as the home of the late Sir Fitzroy MacLean whom it is said 007 – James Bond – is based. We then head south to tighnabruaich, the journey here is one of the most beautiful in Scotland! The village itself is set in an idyllic location where sailing, yachting and shinty are popular. Dunoon Spend a free day in Dunoon, the town has lovely gardens and century old villas which back onto a 4-mile ﬂat promenade running along the front. Tourist activity is focussed on the 19th Century pier with its lively entertainment and panoramic views across the Firth.

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Bournemouth’s Highlife 6 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD Weymouth Enjoy a visit to the lovely Victorian resort of Weymouth with its busy harbour and impressive sweep of Georgian seafront buildings. Weymouth's beautiful safe, sandy beaches, rich heritage and spectacular coastline make it a ﬁrm favourite holiday destination. Bournemouth A free day to relax in our resort. Bournemouth has everything you could wish for, glorious seafront with golden beaches, a fabulous pier and award-winning public gardens. This stylish resort has a host of attractions for the discerning visitor, including some wonderful shops, churches, castles and museums. new Forest and Beaulieu estate Our excursion takes us through the ancient new Forest where we spend some time at the Beaulieu estate, home to the Montagu family since 1538. Attractions include the world famous national Motor Museum, Palace House and the historic Beaulieu Abbey.

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Wimborne Minster This morning we head to Wimborne Minster, an attractive market town with a wonderful mix of high quality modern stores and charming independent boutiques sat side by side in hidden courtyards and pedestrianised squares.

oCeAn BeACH HoteL AnD sPA, BourneMoutH HHH This sea front hotel location oﬀers rooms with coﬀee/tea maker, hairdryer, iron/ironing board, LCD TV, free Wi-Fi. Use of the indoor pool and spa at adjoining sister hotels. There is a restaurant, bar and pub in the sister hotel. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 5 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to Weymouth and Wimbourne Minster • New Forest excursion including entrance to the Beaulieu Estate • Day at leisure in Bournemouth

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Hebridean Odyssey 6 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD With miles of white sandy beaches, the outer Hebrides consists of a set of 200 islands and is truly one of the most unspoilt areas in europe. on this breath-taking tour we visit the main islands of skye, uist, Lewis and Harris. Day 1 – isle of skye As we travel north this morning we head up and into the Highlands, as the wonderful scenery unfolds, with high mountain tops and sweeping moorland, we stop off along the way for comfort stops. Heading north and through the Great Glen and the magnificent drive across to Skye and our first hotel. Day 2 - isle of Harris This morning we travel north ready for our sailing to the largest of the Hebridean islands, the isle of Harris. A rugged landscape of moorlands, deep-sea lochs and mountain. Against this backdrop is a proud history dating back to prehistoric times. We travel to the north end of Lewis and to the capital stornoway for the next 3 nights. Day 3 - Lewis and Harris guided tour Full day tour of Lewis and Harris, with an experienced island guide, including the impressive 5,000-year-old standing stones of Callanish (Scotland’s Stonehenge, but older!). Ancient thatched “blackhouses”, typical of crofting settlement, with entrance included; the imposing Carloway Broch, fortified tower dating back over 2,000 years and finishing a wonderful day with a visit to a tweed mill, explaining the history of the famous Harris Tweed. Day 4 – explore stornoway Today you have the opportunity to explore stornoway which is the main port on the island due to its sheltered location, it was named by the visiting Vikings “Steering Bay”. This morning we make our way to Lews Castle where you can visit the castle’s museum and archive and admire the grounds, the Stornoway Trust has developed a series of well-maintained woodland walks of varying lengths and scenic features. This afternoon enjoy the local area. Day 5 - inverness and spey valley We depart the Hebrides and cross to Ullapool this morning as we head to inverness, the “Capital of the Highlands”. Following some free time, we make our way through the picturesque Spey Valley and into Perthshire and our final hotel. Day 6 – Homeward Bound After breakfast we begin our journey home calling off at Edinburgh for time to enjoy a spot of lunch or explore Princess Street.

1 niGHt LoCHALsH HoteL, KYLe HHH Set in its own grounds, The Lochalsh Hotel has a comfortable lounge and cocktail bar and an elegant restaurant providing delightful views over the water to the hills of Skye. Attractively furnished bedrooms with en-suite facilities, TV, tea/coffee facilities and telephone. The hotel has a lift. 3 niGHts CABArFeiDH HoteL, stornoWAY HHHH Known as Stornoway’s finest hotel and only 4* hotel, the hotel offers fine food, bar and fitness studio. Your bedroom comes with en-suite bathroom, hairdryer, TV, telephone, tea/coffee facilities and complimentary Wi-Fi. 1 niGHt HoteL, PertHsHire HHH Good standard 3* hotel, the hotel will offer a restaurant and a bar. Bedrooms will include en-suite facilities, TV, telephone and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel will have a lift or ground floor rooms. tBA What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 5 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Return ferry crossings • Guided tour of Lewis and Harris • Entrance into Black Houses and museum • Day at leisure in Stornoway

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Enchanting Hampshire and the Maritime Coast 6 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD Winchester Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before we visit historical Winchester, once the capital of England. Do not miss the Great Hall on the site of the castle; this is where King Arthur’s Round Table was housed over 600 years ago!! Also visit Winchester Cathedral, burial place of the author Jane Austen. Boats and trains Today is a real treat; we travel to Alresford and join the Watercress Line Mid Hants steam railway for an unforgettable journey through the countryside to Alton. We then continue to Kintbury in Berkshire to enjoy a wonderful Horse Drawn Barge Cruise along the Kennet and Avon canal. Maritime Portsmouth and the Historic Dockyard This morning we visit the Tudor warship the Mary rose; this is the only 16th century warship on display anywhere in the world. The new £27 million museum allows you to discover the secrets of this ship, sunk in 1545, raised in 1982 and fully restored in 2015. This afternoon, discover Portsmouth and HMS Victory the Royal Navy Submarine Museum or the magniﬁcent Spinnaker Tower. The city also has a fantastic shopping centre. Following breakfast, we begin our journey home arriving back to your original joining points early evening.

tHe LAnGstone HoteL, HAYLinG isLAnD HHHH Perfectly placed on the northern shore of Hayling Island the hotel overlooks the Langstone and Chichester Harbour. The hotel offers an award winning restaurant, bar, lounge and leisure facilities which includes gym and indoor swimming pool. The well designed modern en-suite bedrooms have telephone, TV and tea/coﬀee facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 5 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Day at leisure • Excursions to Winchester, Alresford, Alton, Kintbury and Portsmouth • Visits to Watercress Line Mid Hants Steam Railway, Horse Drawn Barge Cruise and the Mary Rose all with included entrances

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Summertime in Cornwall 6 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD Beautiful st ives and st Michael’s Mount We visit the charming seaside resort of St Ives with its cobbled streets, full of history, legend and tradition, winding between pretty fisherman’s' cottages. St Ives is also known for its artistic connections, the Tate Gallery opened a branch here in 1993 and looks after the Barbara Hepworth Museum and sculpture garden. This afternoon, we travel to Marazion, with its fabulous sandy beach linked to st Michael's Mount – for the more energetic why not visit the stunning St Michael’s Mount (admission payable locally), alternatively take a stroll, relax and soak up one of the finest views in the country. truro and Padstow Today we travel to a city steeped in history and awe-inspiring architecture. truro, is the retail centre of Cornwall and this compact city centre is unique and offers art galleries, bars, restaurants, Truro cathedral and the Royal Cornwall Museum. This afternoon we visit Padstow, an historic fishing port on the edge of King Arthur’s country and renowned for its colourful cottages which overlook the Camel Estuary. We return to the hotel via the coastal route. newquay Spend a day at leisure in newquay, this vibrant resort offers something for everyone, whatever your age or interests. There are fantastic beaches, cliff top walks and the bustling town centre is full of quaint shops and tempting cafes. the eden Project Opened in 2001, the famous eden Project continues to develop and improve. Nestled in a huge crater we discover the massive Biomes housing the largest rainforest in captivity, explore various climates and flowers, plus witness the springtime bloom with a riot of colour as over half a million bulbs flourish in these striking contemporary gardens. DePArtures PriCe 12th August 2018

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roseMunDY House HoteL, st AGnes HHH Rosemundy House is a family run hotel situated in the Cornish coastal village of St Agnes. Set in over four acres of secluded gardens and woodland it is within easy walking distance of the village. The beautifully appointed ensuite bedrooms have TV with Freeview, telephone, hair dryer and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel does not have a lift but does offer ground floor rooms. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 5 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to St Ives, Truro and Padstow • Day in Newquay • Entrance in to the Eden Project sinGLe suPP

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Irelands Galway, Connemara and the Cliffs of Moher

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Explore the rich culture and ancient traditions that are so uniquely Irish, our tailormade itinerary offers a combination of beauty and history which will entice you to re-visit Ireland time and time again! This morning we make our way to Holyhead ready for our crossing to Dublin early afternoon, we then continue on to our overnight hotel. The following morning, we travel west across Ireland, stopping in Portlaoise for a lunch break, before arriving at our main hotel in County Clare in time for a stroll before dinner. Kinvarra, Doolin and the Cliffs of Moher We call at the quaint village of Kinvarra this morning before following the stunning coastline down to Doolin. Late morning we board our boat and head out under the world-famous and picturesque Cliffs of Moher, known for its awe-inspiring view and where dreams are made – you will encounter nature in its wildest, purest form. We then travel to Liscannor Bay and the small town of Lahinch a lovely spot to enjoy a bite to eat, we then head inland and make our way back to the hotel. Connemara region and Galway city After a leisurely breakfast, we head to the Connemara region and make our way to Clifden, Galway - nestled amidst breath taking mountain scenery and beautiful rugged coastline, Clifden is one of Ireland's most loved towns. This afternoon we retrace our steps and pay a visit to the City of Galway, here you can wander the cobble-stoned streets and feel yourself stepping back in time to medieval Ireland. The city is known the world over for its friendly people, charming streets and shopping. Dublin and the Guinness storehouse Following breakfast, we make our way to Dublin. Enjoy some free time to explore the city at your leisure before your included tour of the famous Guinness storehouse. We then check-in to the hotel in time to freshen up before dinner. This morning we have an early start (not too early!), we make our way back to the port for our return crossing to Holyhead. We then continue back to the north-east arriving early evening.

LADY GreGorY HoteL, Gort HHH Our hotel is filled with charm and character which is enhanced by the warm welcome from the staff. Enjoying excellent facilities the hotel has a bar, restaurant, gym and indoor pool. The tastefully decorated en-suite bedrooms come with Sky TV, telephone, hairdryer, iron/ironing board and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 5 nights dinner, bed and breakfast (2 x overnight hotel) • Hotel porterage • Return Holyhead/Dublin ferry • Doolin boat ride (Cliffs of Moher) • Guinness Storehouse tour • Scenic tours • Free time in Dublin

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Ireland’s Enchanted Ring of Kerry, Killarney and Dublin 7 DAYs

overniGHt HoteL GooD stAnDArD HoteL HHH Our hotel will be minimum 3* standard and offer a restaurant, bar and a lift or ground floor rooms. All rooms will offer en-suite bathrooms, tea/coffee making facilities, remote control colour TV and telephone.

eXCursions inCLuDeD We head to Holyhead this morning ready for our afternoon sailing to Ireland. On arrival we make the short journey to our overnight hotel on the outskirts of Dublin where dinner will be served this evening. tralee Following a good night’s rest, we travel to our resort hotel in tralee an ideal base for exploring the world famous Kingdom of Kerry. This afternoon in Tralee explore some of Ireland’s top heritage attractions including the "Kerry the Kingdom" Museum at the Ashe Memorial Hall along with Siamsa Tire. Killarney and Jaunting Car Journey We will spend a day at Killarney, which is everything you imagine Ireland to be; breathtaking scenery comprised of spectacular lakes, mountains and waterfalls. The town is the undisputed tourist capital of Ireland's south west. This afternoon we jump on board a traditional jaunting car to ramble through the Killarney National Park whilst being informed about the history, legends and folklore of the area, and if you are lucky enough you might just bump into a Leprechaun!!! ring of Kerry Enjoy a day around the ring of Kerry visiting some of Ireland’s most traditional villages and attractions. Known as the “unspoilt Ireland”, its spectacular beauty provides an amazing insight into the ancient heritage of Ireland. We also take a cruise on the lake. Dingle Peninsula We will spend another day exploring the picturesque Dingle Peninsula calling at inch, Anascaul, Dingle, slea Head, Dunquin, Ballyferriter, before returning you to your hotel. Dublin We journey back to Dublin this morning, on arrival you will have the afternoon at leisure to explore this delightful city, famed the world over for its hospitality before continuing onto our overnight hotel early evening. Following an early morning crossing to Holyhead we return back to the north east.

resort HoteL eArL oF DesMonD HoteL, trALee HHH The Earl of Desmond is situated on 22 acres of landscaped grounds. All rooms are en-suite and oﬀer extensive facilities. The Garden Restaurant is renowned for its excellent cuisine and there is also a themed bar with music most nights and a Bistro Bar. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 crew on-board • Return short sea crossing • 6 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visit to Killarney with jaunty ride • Ring of Kerry tour with cruise • Tour of the Dingle Peninsular • Free time in Tralee and Dublin

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Beautiful Eastbourne a town for all seasons 7 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD rye and Beachy Head A visit to nearby rye an attractive and historic Cinque Port. Said to be one of the best preserved medieval towns in England, rye is home to enchanting cobbled streets, amazing buildings and a rich selection of specialist shops and antique dealers. Before we return to the hotel this afternoon we will call at Beachy Head. A renowned beauty spot with fantastic views across the coast, visit the Countryside Centre on site to learn more of Beachy Head’s history. Great Dixter House This beautiful building is made up of three houses, the earliest dating back to the 15th century. The house was furnished by the Lloyd family when they purchased the property in 1910. Much of the original furnishings remain in place, along with various collections of artefacts. The gardens surrounding the house are the lifelong work of Christopher Lloyd, a famous gardener and writer of gardening books. Admission is included to the house and gardens. Arundel and Chichester We will be visiting Arundel, a small hill top town which is home to Arundel Castle, seat of the Duke of Norfolk and also a catholic cathedral. The town has a mix of interesting medieval and Victorian architecture, cobbled streets, narrow lanes and numerous tea shops. We then continue on to Chichester, a beautiful Georgian city that has played a key role in Sussex history since Roman times. The city is walled and compact, as well as the Norman cathedral there are many historic buildings as well as a vibrant mix of independent shops and restaurants.

iMPeriAL HoteL, eAstBourne HHH The Imperial is an impressive Victorian hotel, full of character, situated across the road from the promenade and bandstand, perfect for an early evening stroll. The hotel oﬀers a good standard of comfortable accommodation, relaxing lounge area and a large restaurant oﬀering hearty, home cooked food. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 6 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Entertainment on 5 nights • 2 free days in Eastbourne • 3 excursions

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The Isle of Wight Summer Delight 7 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD This morning we make our way to the south coast ready for our short crossing to the isle of Wight. During the next six days you will have two free days in resort and three included excursions. island tour Today we will call at Alum Bay famous for its 21 colour sand cliffs and the needles that go out into the channel. Yarmouth offering stunning views over the Solent, sandown famous for its pier and long stretches of sandy beaches, Bembridge one of the most upmarket areas on the island and ryde the second largest town on the Isle of Wight. osborne House and Cowes Enjoy a visit to the well-known English Heritage site – Queen Victoria’s favoured osborne House. With entrance included this grade II listed building is surrounded by stunning gardens which have recently undergone restoration. Following our visit here we head for the port of Cowes where you can enjoy the local shops, Cowes Castle or walk along the Esplanade. Carisbrooke Castle and newport Spend a day visiting Carisbrooke Castle, entrance included. The island’s castle is remarkably complete with battlements to march along, a keep to climb and a museum to explore. We will also call at the historic town of newport with its many fine Georgian and Victorian town houses. This morning we begin our journey back to the port where we cross the Solent and continue back to the north east. We will make refreshment stops enroute. DePArtures

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trouviLLe HoteL, sAnDoWn HHH Our hotel is ideally located opposite Sandown’s golden beach and a fiveminute walk from the pier. Guests can enjoy classic British cuisine in the elegant restaurant; the bar offers light snacks and beverages. The Green Room leisure centre has sea views and offers indoor bowls, table tennis and there is also a games area with a pool table and darts. All of the en-suite rooms are bright and airy with a flat screen TV and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Short sea crossing • 6 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to Alum Bay, Yarmouth, Sandown, Bembridge, Ryde, Cowes, Newport and Godshill • Visit to Osborne House and Carisbrooke Castle including entrances • Free time in the resort sinGLe suPP

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Cornwall and its many Gems! 7 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD Explore Cornwall’s harbour towns and villages from the historic fishing port of Looe, where two rivers create a tidal harbour. The bustling harbour is the hub of the town and home to fishing vessels as well as pleasure crafts. Fowey and Polperro This morning we travel to the resort of Fowey, designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty. With a natural harbour, it is a haven for yachtsmen and over the last few years Fowey has become a popular destination for passing cruise liners. This afternoon we make our way to the historic harbour village of Polperro, once a thriving centre for smuggling and now a working fishing village. Port issac and Padstow Our excursion today takes us past Bodin Moor to Port issac, also known as Port Wenn from the well-known TV series Doc Martin. Enjoy some time exploring the pretty village streets and alleyways that lead down to the lovely harbour, keep your eye out for a familiar face or two. This afternoon we continue to Padstow with its bustling narrow streets and a quaint harbour, it is also the home to Rick Stein and his many restaurants, the perfect location for a spot of lunch. steam railway journey and stunning boat trip Following a hearty breakfast, we head to the Bodmin and Wenford railway where we join the steam train;, our return journey takes us through some beautiful scenery as we sit back and relax. This afternoon we board the Boatzer glass bottomed boat to explore the vast array of plant life and fish found just off the south coast of Cornwall. The boat takes us around the famous Looe Island where the waters are marked as a marine nature reserve, teeming with life. If you’re lucky, you might spy a few seals but if not, you are still bound to be surprised by how much there is to discover.

PortBYHAn HoteL, Looe HHH The Portbyhan Hotel is beautifully located in the heart of Looe and oﬀers comfortable and well-appointed accommodation. Many of the rooms and public areas have views over the river, harbour and town. The bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coﬀee making facilities. The hotel has a lift and there is also regular evening entertainment. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 6 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Day at leisure in Looe • Visits to Fowey, Polperro, Port Issac and Padstow • Steam train journey and glass bottom boat trip

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Scotland’s NorthWest Passage Fort William • Skye Ullapool • Orkneys

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1 niGHt GooD stAnDArD HoteL HHH Our hotel will be minimum 3* standard and offer a restaurant, bar and a lift or ground floor rooms. All rooms will offer en-suite bathrooms, tea/coffee making facilities, remote control colour TV and telephone. 2 niGHts DunoLLie HoteL, BroADForD, sKYe HHH Set by the serene waterside of Broadford Bay, at the foot of the mountains that lead to the famous Cuillin Hills. The hotel was refurbished 2015. No lift, but ground floor rooms are available.

eXCursions inCLuDeD Join a journey of discovery, skirting the very top of the United Kingdom exploring the West Highlands, Skye and Scotland’s “North West Passage” on the renowned Route 500 seeing “fairytale” castles, deserted beaches and ancient ruins. The most extraordinary beauty around Scotland’s north west coastline - the least populated area in the UK. Completing a most remarkable holiday is an amazing guided tour of the Orkney Isles. West Highlands and to skye Let the magic begin, heading north along the shoreline of Loch Lomond, “The Queen of Lochs”, then majestic Glencoe with free time in Fort William. Onwards towards skye with loch and mountain scenery all the way. Stop at Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotlands most photographed castles. isle of skye Firstly, Portree the islands capital before sweeping across the island to 800 year-old Dunvegan Castle and Gardens - the stronghold of the Macleod Clan and Scotland’s longest inhabited castle. Returning along the coast road, with views of the Cuillens, the most impressive mountain range in the UK. Loch Maree and ullapool The journey snakes along the dramatic coastline with its inlets, cliffs and bays to ullapool, passing stunning Loch Maree, with time free in Gairloch. Continuing along the coastline dotted with islands before descending into the picture-perfect harbour town of Ullapool. Durness and thurso Continuing north into an area of extraordinary beauty. See and hear huge seabird colonies clustered in clefts on remote stacks at regular intervals along the coast; seals also bob around in the surf offshore. We stop off in Durness, the UK’s most north westerly town for lunch at smoo Cave Hotel, before heading east along the northern shoreline and to thurso. orkney isles As we pass the late Queen Mother’s Scottish residence –the Castle of Mey, the orkneys rise from the North Sea. We board the orkney Ferry at John O’ Groats, for the 40-minute crossing. On Orkney your private coach and experienced driver/guide will greet you. The highlights of the tour include some of the main sites such as Scara Brae, the Churchill Barriers, Scapa Flow, Ring of Brodgar, The Standing Stones, the Italian Chapel, the islands capital Kirkwall with its 12th century cathedral. Returning to John O’Groats and your hotel. inverness and Pitlochry South along the coastline, passing Wick and Brora with its white sandy beach and passing the fairy-tale castle of Dunrobin. Time free in the Highland capital inverness, before DePArtures PriCe proceeding south with ever changing scenery through the Spey £735 15th June 2018 Valley, Perthshire and on to our overnight hotel.

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1 niGHt roYAL HoteL, uLLAPooL HHH Believed to be the oldest hotel in Ullapool, and oﬀering breath taking views over Loch Broom and the rugged mountain landscape this the hotel is ideally located. No lift, but ground ﬂoor rooms are available.

2 niGHts roYAL HoteL, tHurso HHH Nicely situated near the charming little town centre of Thurso, the hotel has recently been taken over. It oﬀers a bar, restaurant and lounge and is within walking distance of the town. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 7 nights dinner, bed and breakfast (2 x overnight hotels) • Entrance in to Dunvegan Castle and Gardens • Lunch at Smoo Cave Hotel • Orkneys cruise and guided tour • Visiting various places sinGLe suPP

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Warner Leisure Hotel Alvaston Hall

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Harrogate We will visit the spa town of Harrogate this morning; this afternoon we will continue to Alvaston Hall.

nantwich We visit the ancient market town of nantwich. With origins dating back to the Roman times, it was renowned as a salt-producing centre. After a ﬁre in the 1500’s the town was rebuilt. With many half- timbered buildings, Georgian town houses and Victorian architecture it is a really interesting place to walk round.

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Chester Spend a few hours in Chester, explore ‘The Rows’ with its small boutiques, gift shops, designer clothing outlets, art galleries and antique shops. This walled city is awash with history and heritage including the largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain and a glorious cathedral. salford quays This morning we will call at salford quays, here you can enjoy the Lowry Museum, Lowry Outlet Mall plus lots of other attractions. This afternoon we continue home.

WArner Leisure HoteL - ALvAston HALL, CHesHire HHHH This stunning country house hotel underwent a £12.6 million development recently. With beautiful grounds, a spa with indoor pool, sauna and gym it also has a new Cabaret Restaurant. All of the bedrooms have en-suite facilities, TV/radio, tea/coffee facilities, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, lounge chairs and telephone. The hotel has ground floor rooms and a lift to some floors. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Evening entertainment and leisure facilities • Excursion to Nantwich and Chester • Visits to Harrogate and Salford Quays

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Harrogate This morning we make our way to the spa town of Harrogate, enjoy free time to explore the local shops and maybe visit the Royal Pump House which dates back to 1842 and has the strongest sulphur wells in Europe. This afternoon we continue to Nidd Hall and check-in. skipton and ilkley After breakfast, we head to the gateway of the Yorkshire dales taking in stunning scenery. skipton is a popular market town destination and today is market day. Spend some time to look around the market, shops and possibly Skipton Castle which overlooks the town. This afternoon we continue to Ilkley take time to meander the quaint shops and maybe call in to Bettys Tea Shop! York Following a leisurely morning we head to York, take some time to wander the cobbled streets, visit the beautiful York Minister which dates back to 637AD or enjoy a spot of lunch. This afternoon we return to your original pick-up point.

WArner Leisure HoteL niDD HALL HArroGAte HHHH Nidd Hall sits within 45 acres of Victorian and Edwardian parkland, this elegant Grade II listed stately home offers a taste of historical luxury. All rooms are tastefully decorated and offer luxurious beds, en-suite bathroom, TV with radio, complimentary toiletries, tea and coffee making facilities, telephone, hairdryer, iron and ironing board. The hotel has a lift to all floors. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Day at leisure • Visit to Harrogate, Skipton, Ilkley and York

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Warner Coastal Village Corton

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We travel to suﬀolk this morning arriving at Corton Coastal village in plenty of time to relax and freshen up before tonight’s evening meal. enjoy the daily entertainment programme and each evening you are treated to top class entertainment.

Enjoy a ride along the coast today as we visit Great Yarmouth, Norfolk’s premier beach resort oﬀering sandy beaches, amusements and the bustling town enjoys a popular shopping area. Next we visit Cromer famous for its tasty crabs, wide open beaches and award winning, Grade II listed pier which is still open and worth a walk along.

WArner Leisure CoAstAL viLLAGe: Corton, suFFoLK HHHH Corton's all about; brilliant sea views, live entertainment, comfy chalets and deckchairs. This seaside village on Suﬀolk's Sunrise Coast has a lively, welcoming kind of ambience to it. If you don’t fancy a dip in the sea try out the hotels indoor pool! Premier Chalet adds a layer of luxury, all of which includes en-suite bathroom, TV, radio, toiletries, hairdryer, telephone, iron/ironing board and tea/coﬀee facilities. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast • Premier chalet • Full entertainment programme • Excursion to Great Yarmouth and Cromer

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eXCursions inCLuDeD We travel to Hampshire arriving at sinah Warren in plenty of time to relax and freshen up before tonight’s evening meal. enjoy the daily entertainment programme and each evening you are treated to top class entertainment with great shows and live music and. Chichester We include an excursion to nearby Chichester. One of the best preserved Georgian cities in the UK, it is very compact and mostly pedestrianised. Try and visit the cathedral or maybe the Pallant House Gallery; shopping is varied with lots of independent retailers set in the historic streets. On our return journey we will be making refreshment stops en route.

WArner Leisure HoteL – sinAH WArren, HAYLinG isLAnD HHH Our Warners resort is delicately poised at the tip of Hayling Island, with views over Langstone Harbour and oﬀers stunning landscaped gardens. All meals are served in the beautiful Arbuthnot Restaurant and the resort also boasts a full leisure club with fitness studio, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and spa pool, sauna, steam room. All bedrooms are en-suite and offer TV, toiletries, hairdryer, telephone, iron/ ironing board and tea/coﬀee facilities. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Full entertainment programme • Visit to Chichester

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Warner Coastal Village Lakeside Hayling Island

eXCursions inCLuDeD We travel to Hampshire arriving at Lakeside Coastal village in plenty of time to relax and freshen up before tonight’s evening meal. enjoy the daily entertainment programme and each evening you are treated to top class entertainment.

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Chichester We include an excursion to nearby Chichester. One of the best preserved Georgian cities in the UK, it is very compact and mostly pedestrianised. Try and visit the cathedral or maybe the Pallant House Gallery; shopping is varied with lots of independent retailers set in the historic streets. On our return journey we will be making refreshment stops en route.

WArner CoAstAL viLLAGe, LAKesiDe, HAYLinG isLAnD HHHH At Lakeside it's the bright courtyard with its coffee shop and bar that lends it a cosy village feel. But it's not the only great place to socialise, try the shuffleboard, croquet, bowls and swimming pool too. Finding a quiet corner is easy though, with the beach on your doorstep and a big lake, perfect for meeting the odd duck! Enjoy the upgraded Premier Lodge Chalet which offers en-suite bathroom, TV, radio, toiletries, hairdryer, telephone, iron/ ironing board and tea/coffee facilities. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Premier lodge chalet rooms • Full entertainment programme • Visit to Chichester

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Turkey and Tinsel at Warner Leisure Hotel Thoresby Hall s 5 DAY

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Celebrate the good times early with the best of both Christmas and the new Year. Why bother with a countdown when your 12 days of Christmas can start any time you fancy? Let thoresby Hall deliver a partridge in a pear tree, they promise your ﬁrst day of Christmas will build up an appetite for the festivities yet to come. the early bird turkey and tinsel breaks are all about gifts on the tree and a glass in your hand. Let them take care of every meal, every show, every last warming log on the ﬁre. Christmas really does come early. nottingham Discover Nottingham and its excellent shopping scene, with two indoor shopping centres this compact and foot friendly city also offers six galleries of cultural interest, the Lace Market, Nottingham Castle and the 17th century Ducal Palace. newark Wednesday morning, we head to Newark for market day, you may like to visit its imposing 12th century castle, two museums and one of the finest Georgian market squares in Britain. DePArtures

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WArner Leisure HoteL – tHoresBY HALL, nottinGHAMsHire HHHH Thoresby Hall is a majestic Grade 1 listed country hotel set in 50 acres. The hotel boasts three restaurants, bars and a coffee shop. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, spa pool, sauna, steam room and luxurious spa. All comfortable en-suite bedrooms have hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, television, ironing board, telephone and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Nightly entertainment • Full leisure facilities • Visits to Nottingham and Newark

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The Ultimate Bristol and Bath Experience 4 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD Following local pick up points, we travel to Bristol calling off en-route for an included light lunch. Throughout your holiday your crew will serve you included refreshments. Bath This morning we join a Blue Badge guide and discover Bath. We visit Bath’s newest attraction “no 1 royal Crescent” first built in the famous Crescent and recently restored it demonstrates what life was like for the wealthy and their servants in 18th century. We also visit the famous roman Baths with included entrance and a personal guide to show us the water source, steaming pool, extensive ruins and treasures from the spring which are beautifully preserved and presented using the best of modern interpretation. This special day is rounded off with Champagne Afternoon tea at the exclusive roman Bath Kitchen. Bristol Today we visit Bristol boasting a thousand-year history of fascinating industrial and maritime heritage, our Blue Badge guide shows us the sights and places of interest. Discover some of Brunel’s work including the iron-hulled ocean liner, the ss Great Britain – we receive a private guided tour of the steam ship which since refurbishment is now ‘ship shape and Bristol fashion’. We end our day with a cruise on the River Avon with a delicious afternoon tea on-board! On our return journey back to the north east we call off for an included light lunch.

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AZteC HoteL AnD sPA, BristoL HHHH This stylish hotel boasts a restaurant with an AA Rosette, a bar offering fine wines, and cosy open fires. The hotel also offers a modern spa, indoor pool and a fitness centre. The contemporary en-suite bedrooms, feature tea/coffee making facilities, satellite TV, a luxury bathroom with fluffy robes and designer toiletries. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 crew on-board serving complimentary hot/cold drinks • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Lunch on outbound and return journeys • Blue badge tour of Bath, Visit to No1 Royal Crescent, guided tour of the Roman Baths and afternoon Champagne Tea in The Roman Bath Kitchen, • Blue badge tour of Bristol, guided tour of SS Great Britain and Docklands Cruise with afternoon tea. sinGLe suPP

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Following an early start your onboard crew will serve you hot and cold refreshments, with comfort breaks enroute we catch a late morning crossing to Dublin. On arrival, we travel west to County Donegal. slieve League Cliffs and Glencolmcille Folk village This morning we visit the highest marine cliffs in Europe, the slieve League Cliffs, where we will board a minibus for a guided tour of the cliffs. We then return to our coach to make our way to Glencolmcille Folk village where we will step back in time and enjoy a guided tour of this thatched-roof replica of a rural Irish village. Bundoran and Belleek Pottery We make the short journey to Ireland’s oldest pottery producer, Belleek Pottery where we will enjoy a guided tour. In the afternoon, we will enjoy free time to explore our base, the popular seaside resort of Bundoran. sion stables and the ulster American Folk Park This morning, we travel to Northern Ireland and call at the authentically restored sion stables Museum. Formerly the 19th century stable block attached to the nearby Sion House, Sion Stables has won awards for the way in which it has been sensitively conserved and brought to life again. We will then head to the ulster American Folk Park to see its reconstructed buildings and a full-scale emigrant sailing ship. This outdoor museum brings to life people’s daily routines and activities in both the old and new worlds. During our visit, we will see the Mellon Homestead, buildings which have been relocated from America, an Ulster street complete with original shop fronts, a reconstructed American street and a full-scale emigrant sailing ship. This morning we head back to Dublin for our ferry to Holyhead.

GreAt nortHern HoteL, BunDorAn HHHH The magnificent hotel sits in a stunning location overlooking the Wild Atlantic Way with amazing ocean views. The hotel is situated within walking distance of the popular seaside resort of Bundoran. The spacious en-suite rooms are equipped with TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Boasting fantastic ocean views, the restaurant serves local cuisine whilst the traditional Irish bar grill is a great place to relax and enjoy a drink. The hotel offers excellent leisure facilities including an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and spa bath. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • 2 crew on-board • On-board refreshments served throughout • Live musical entertainment each evening • Entrance and presentation at the Ulster American Folk Park • Guided tour of the Slieve League Cliffs and Glencolmcille Folk Village • Sion Stables • Entrance in to Belleek Pottery Visitor Centre

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We depart early morning and travel south making comfort stops en-route. Following our channel crossing to France we continue towards Paris and our hotel. Disneyland Paris Enjoy the next two days at the wonderful Disneyland Paris; with your included Hopper passes you have the opportunity to explore both Disney and Disney Studios experiencing all the delights on oﬀer. Whether you are looking to enjoy the parades and attractions for the little ones or the adrenalin-fuelled rides for the thrill seekers, there are fun days to be had for everyone! We return to our hotel each evening to recharge your batteries. This morning we retrace our steps back to Calais. With regular comfort stops enroute we arrive back to the north east late evening.

MerCure MArne LA vALLee, CoLLeGien HHHH Positioned to the east of Paris, our hotel is ideally located. It features a restaurant, café, terrace, bar and ﬁtness centre. There is an unheated pool which is open in July and August. All rooms are en-suite and oﬀer air conditioning, free Wi-Fi safety deposit box and a TV. The hotel has a lift. What’s included

• Luxury coach travel • 3 nights bed and breakfast • Short return sea crossing • 2 days in Disneyland Paris including Hopper passes and transfers

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Disneyland Paris Enchanted Christmas 4D

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eXCursions inCLuDeD After an early start, we cross the Channel and continue on to our hotel at Disneyland resort, Paris. the Magic Kingdom Breakfast will be served in the restaurant each morning. You then have the next two days at your leisure to enjoy all the Magic Kingdom has to offer. With your included Hopper pass you have access to both parks. On your final day we will leave the resort after breakfast. Make sure you see the giant Christmas tree which lights up the sky and also the Disney Parade, featuring Santa, Mickey and a host of Disney characters all on festive floats.

HoteL CHeYenne, DisneYLAnD PAris Situated just 15 minutes from the Disney Village and theme parks, with frequent free shuttle buses. This western themed hotel oﬀers en-suite rooms with TV and telephone. The hotel has a bar and restaurant. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Return Channel crossings • 3 nights , bed and continental breakfast • 2 free days at Disneyland • 2 day Hopper pass

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eXCursions inCLuDeD our neW itinerary has something to please both garden lovers and historians. We have included a visit to Keukenhof and a guided tour to learn about the events that took place in Arnhem during WWii followed. the tour is based at the group friendly 4-star Best Western Plus Hotel Haarhuis, located in the heart of this welcoming historic city. Keukenhof After breakfast this morning, we make our way to ‘The most beautiful spring garden in the world’, Keukenhof. More than 7 million tulips, daffodils and hyacinths create a spectacular display in the so-called ‘Garden of Europe’, covering an area of over 32 hectares. The park is awash with the sight and scent of blossoming flowers and you can even take a Whisper Boat trip past the bulb fields… a fabulous day out! Amsterdam This morning we make the short journey to the Dutch capital, Amsterdam. Enjoy the city’s many attractions including the Rijksmuseum, Ann Frank’s house and the Heineken Brewery, or, soak up the atmosphere of this charming city with a cruise around the famous canals. Arnhem, ‘A Bridge too Far’ & Delft This morning our guide joins our coach for a half day tour and we learn of events that took place in Arnhem during WWII including Operation Market Garden, when British and Polish troops were parachuted behind enemy lines. We will have the opportunity to view the John Frost Bridge, named after the British commanding officer, and made famous in the 1977 film ‘A Bridge Too Far’. Later today we make our way towards our overnight ferry and time permitting the charming town of Delft with its many canals, bridges, intimate DePArtures PriCe sinGLe suPP oPtionAL MeAL PACKAGe* squares and small alleys. 12th April 2018

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Best Western PLus HoteL HAArHuis, ArnHeM HHHH This hotel will be celebrating its 100th birthday this year, starting out as a coﬀee house in 1918 and rebuilt as a hotel in 1953 after being destroyed in WWII. There is a spacious lounge, cosy bar and a restaurant. All rooms are ensuite and have a hairdryer, safe, telephone, TV and free internet access. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights on-board P&O North Sea Ferry with en-suite cabin • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Entrance into Keukenhof Gardens • Excursion to Amsterdam • Free time in Delft *Cabin and meal package includes outbound and inbound crossing **Upgrade is to an outside cabin oPtionAL CABin uPGrADe* insurAnCe

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The Beautiful Dordogne and Medieval France 8 DAYs

overniGHt HoteL: Good standard hotel similar to Ibis and Novotel, all rooms will be equipped with en-suite facilities, TV, telephone. The hotel will have a lift of ground ﬂoor rooms. (hospitality trays may not be available).

eXCursions inCLuDeD Following an early start we head to Dover in time to catch our lunchtime crossing to France, we then continue to our overnight hotel. After breakfast we continue our journey through France, arriving at the Dordogne this afternoon. over the next four days we have included three fantastic excursions and a free day in your resort. Le Bugue Enjoy a day at leisure in the resort, you could take a dip in the pool, sip a drink on the terrace, take a stroll along the river or a walk in to Le Bugue. the Dordogne valley We pay a visit to Chateau des Milandes, once owned by the entertainer Josephine Baker, the Chateau has been extensively restored to the 1930’s style in which she decorated it. Enjoy the gardens and birds of prey show before we end our day perfectly by visiting Grotto de Lascaux. Famous for its painting dating back thousands of years, including now extinct animals and geometric puzzles. A true gem, not to be missed. sarlat-la-Canade Explore nearby sarlat-la-Canade, one of the most alluring and attractive towns in this region, browse the winding streets and enjoy the traditional morning market. rocamadour This morning we visit the picturesque town of rocamadour, built into the cliﬀs in stages, rising from the River Alzou and crowned by the Sanctuary of the Virgin Mary. This afternoon enjoy a guided tour by boat of the Le Gouﬀre de Padirac, an awe inspiring cave system, formed over thousands of years. Pass through the rippling pools, haunting caverns, dramatic limestone formations and waterfalls. The largest cavern, the Salle du Grand Dome, is a spectacle you will never forget. We leave our resort hotel mid- morning and make our way back through France to our overnight hotel. This morning we return to Calais and sail back to the UK, arriving home late evening.

HoteL roYAL veZere, Le BuGue HHH Overlooking the Vézère river, this refined seasonal hotel is a 12-minute walk from Le Bournat (a 19th-century village theme park) and a short drive to the Gouffre de Proumeyssac cave. The hotel has a restaurant serving local produce along with a riverside terrace, bar and rooftop pool. The modern style bedrooms are all equipped with bathroom (bath or shower), private toilet, desk, minibar, television, phone, hairdryer and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 crew onboard the coach • Short sea crossing • No overnight travel abroad • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at overnight hotels • 5 nights dinner, bed and breakfast in resort • Visits to Sarlat-la-Canade and Rocamadour • Excursion to Le Gouﬀre de Padirac Caves with guided tour and boat ride • Visit to Chateau des Milandes • Visit to Grotto de Lascaux

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overniGHt HoteLs Our overnight hotels will be minimum three stars standard such as Novotel, Mercure, Ibis or similar. The hotel will have a restaurant and bar. All rooms will offer en-suite facilities and TV. The hotel will offer a lift or ground floor rooms.

eXCursions inCLuDeD Wordsworth described Lake Como as ‘a treasure which the earth keeps to itself’. It is not simply the natural beauty of the mountain framed waters of Como that is so attractive; it is the sophisticated ambience of the towns and villages that hug its shores… and its proximity to Lake Lugano that makes it a fabulous touring base. No wonder Mr and Mrs George Clooney choose to live here! After an early start we travel to Dover for an early afternoon crossing. We continue our journey in Europe to our overnight hotel in time for a three course dinner. Following a good night’s rest, we head on through France and Switzerland to Italy where we check into our hotel for the next five nights. villa Balbianello and Bellagio This morning, we will visit villa Balbianello in tremezzino with its amazing history and stunning location jutting out into the lake. You may choose to take a water bus from the jetty to the village of Lenno. Cadenabbia Enjoy a day at leisure to relax in our stunning resort or talk a walk in to Cadenabbia with all the perks that come with walking…sightseeing, stopping for gelatos and coffees, shopping and people watching! You may like to visit the first Anglican church in Italy (Church of the Ascension), built in the 1800s and located close to the ferry that goes to Bellagio or the little, white, 16th century San Martino church requiring a more rigorous walk is worth a visit. Lugano, switzerland Today, we will cross the Swiss border (remembering to bring our passports!) and visit the stylish city of Lugano situated on the shores of lake Lugano with its grand promenade, chic shops and cafés and amazing yachts. Como and villa Carlotta This morning we make our way to the elegant and bustling town of Como, grand villas, palazzi, and churches show the city's splendour, while intriguing lanes and colourful piazzas show off its charm. Market day is held each Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, the market stretches along the old city wall and near the "torre" tower. Como is a lovely walking city and if you tire of the market you can head to the nearby lakefront park to sit and enjoy an ice cream. After lunch, we make out way to the magnificent neo classical villa Carlotta and Gardens, dating back to 1690 and covering over 70,000 square meters take time to soak in and admire the beautiful art collections and splendid botanical gardens. DePArtures PriCe With lifts to different levels you can take in the breathtaking views. 22nd August 2018 £939

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HoteL BritAnniA eXCeLsior, CADenABBiA HHH Hotel Britannia Excelsior is located on the shore of Lake Como, within a former 19th century inn. The beautiful guest rooms are decorated with luxurious fabrics and ﬁne antique furniture. Only 51 meters from the pier of Cadenabbia, the Britannia Excelsior oﬀers a beautiful view of Bellagio and the centre of Griante is located a short 10 minute walk away. Guestrooms are equipped with satellite TV and private bathrooms with a shower and hairdryer. The hotel has a lift and also free Wi-Fi in the hotel lobby. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Return short sea crossing • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at overnight hotels • 5 nights dinner, bed and breakfast in resort • 2 crew on-board the coach • Porterage • Free bar from 10.00 to 23.45 hrs each day (Local beers, wines and spirits) sinGLe suPP

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Harz Mountains – Historical Trains and Fairytales in Germany

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overniGHt HoteL: H+ HoteL KoLn BruHL HHHH Great comfort and location for our overnight, the H+ Hotel Köln Brühl (former Ramada Hotel Brühl-Cologne) offers comfortable rooms and a spa area offer rest and relaxation. The breakfast buffet, the hotel’s restaurant and bar ensure you are well catered for during your stay. The hotel has a lift.

eXCursions inCLuDeD After an early start, we travel to Dover for an afternoon crossing. We continue our journey in Europe to our overnight hotel in time for a three-course dinner. Following a good night’s rest, we head on through Germany to Wernigerode where we check into our hotel for the next five nights. imperial Goslar With its thousand-year history, Goslar is one of the many renovated and preserved beautiful old towns in the region with a picture postcard view at almost every turn. The town itself has been strongly influenced by mining, experience an exceptional collection of industrial monuments and cultural heritage. These include the Emperor’s Palace, Town Hall and the Rammelsberg mine itself. The town also boasts a wonderful pedestrianised shopping area and excellent market square. Wernigerode and the Harz narrow Gauge railway Wernigerode is a beautiful medieval city with many restored half-timbered houses, including the ‘smallest house’ and the ‘crooked house’. Here, you can also see the impressive castle perched over the city. Also, today we have included a return journey onboard the Harz narrow Gauge railway which takes you to the highest mountain of the Harz, the Brocken. Hanover and Castles There is scarcely any other city that can be as diverse and attractive as Hanover. Stroll through the Royal Gardens of Herrenhausen or along the promenade of Maschsee Lake. In the old town quarter, wander through narrow, medieval streets or through its extensive and modern pedestrian zone with its elegant arcades and shopping malls. We then continue to nearby Marienburg Castle for a guided visit. This fortress-like castle was built as a birthday present from the King of Hanover to his wife, Queen Marie. Why not enjoy a coffee and cake stop in the courtyard? 'Pied Piper', Hamelin and Fairytales The historical and enchanting old town of Hamelin has medieval houses and traffic-free streets. Local attractions include the Minster of St. Boniface and Bungelosenstrasse, which features the story of the Pied Piper, immortalised by the Brothers Grimm

resort HoteL: HKK HoteL WerniGeroDe HHHH Excellent stylish hotel located in the middle of the Harz national Park, around 35 km from Goslar and only 100 meters from the historical city of Wernigerode’s Old Town. The hotel is surrounded by the beautiful Harz mountains. The modern en-suite rooms enjoy TV, hairdryer and toiletries. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 crew onboard coach • Short sea crossings • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at overnight hotels • 5 nights dinner, bed and breakfast in resort • Visits to Goslar, Wernigerode, Hannover and Hamelin • Journeys on the Harz Narrow Gauge Railway • Entrance and guided tour of Marienburg Castle

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Austria and the Sound of Music Delight 9 DAYs

overniGHt HoteL: ACHAt PLAZA HoteL, KArLsruHe HHHH The new and exclusive hotel is located in the heart of Karlsruhe, the second largest city in Baden-Wuerttemberg. With modern and fully air-conditioned rooms, comfortable interiors and technical equipment of the highest quality. The hotel has a lift.

eXCursions inCLuDeD This popular tour includes a return journey on the famous Schafberg Mountain Railway, a guided tour of stunning St Wolfgang, the elegant city of Salzburg and the summer residence of the Austro-Hungarian monarchy, Kaiservilla. You’ll be amazed at the spectacular scenery of this Alpine lake region with its picturesque valleys, rolling hills, steep mountains and mountain songs! After an early start, we travel to Dover for an afternoon crossing. We continue our journey in Europe to our overnight hotel in time for a three-course dinner. Following a good night’s rest, we head on through Germany and into Austria where we check into our hotel for the next six nights. st Wolfgang Today, we will explore St Wolfgang. A key member of the hotel team takes us on a short guided walk before escorting us to the station for our return journey on the steepest cog train in Austria, the schafberg Mountain railway operating since 1893. In 40 minutes, the steam cog railway travels just over 3½ miles but climbs 1,783 metres! On a clear day, we will be treated to a 360 degree panoramic view of sparkling lakes from Lake Wolfgangsee to Lake Chiemsee in Germany, with soaring mountains majestically framing the jaw-dropping vision before us! salzburg Our journey today takes us to the home of the ‘sound of Music’ and regional capital, salzburg. The old town is a maze of charming pedestrian alleyways with many famous and historic landmarks. To enable us to get our bearings we enjoy a 2 hour guided walking tour after which we can explore the city at our leisure. Bad ischl and Hallstatt Today we will visit the delightful spa town of Bad ischl where the Emperors of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy spent their summers. We will begin by exploring the Kaiservilla with a guided tour. We will then have additional time to explore before visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hallstatt. We will take the cable car up to the summit to experience the amazing views of the surrounding area. Lake District scenic Drive We take a scenic drive around the salzkammergut, known as the Austrian Lake District. We journey first via ebensee and along the impressive fjord-like Lake Traunsee to Gmunden. We then continue on towards the Mondsee, one of the most unspoilt lakes in the region where we will stop to see one of the most well-known filming locations for the ‘Sound of Music’. We then make our way to the traffic-free village of st. Gilgen, connected to Mozart’s family, and the village which provided inspiration for much of his work, before making our way back to st Wolfgang.

resort HoteL: HoteL FörsterHoF, st WoLFGAnG HHHH This traditional hotel is elegantly decorated and located close to the shores of Lake Wolfgang, only a short walk from the heart of the village. The hotel also boasts its own private beach, which is only a two minute walk. Each of the spacious bedrooms are comfortably furnished in a traditional Austrian style with TV, hairdryer and, in some cases, a balcony or terrace. The hotel oﬀers large public areas including two dining areas and a pleasant bar, along with a sauna and relaxation area in which to unwind. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 crew onboard • Return short sea crossing • 8 nights dinner, bed and breakfast (2 x overnight hotel) • Walking tour of St Wolfgang • Return journey on Schafberg Mountain Railway and Halstatt Cable Car • Guided tour of Salzburg and Kaiservilla

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Stunning Lake Garda, Venice and the delights of Italy 9 DAYs

eXCursions inCLuDeD Following an early start, we head to Dover in time to catch our lunchtime crossing to France, we then continue to our overnight hotel in the Metz area. After breakfast we continue our journey through France and Germany, arriving at Lake Garda this evening. Over the next four days we have included three fantastic excursions and two free days in your resort. Lakeside tour Spend a day touring the beautiful lakeside of Garda, take in some of the most charming towns and scenery including the pretty town of Malcesine with its stunning castle and Garda town itself, a picturesque old town with an abundance of lakeside restaurants, cafes and shops. venice Today you have the opportunity to visit venice. Accompanied by your Gardiners NMC representative we head to the southern edge of the Lake and join a train to the city of romance! Venice has remained unchanged for hundreds of years it is built in the middle of a lagoon and oﬀers a myriad of twisting streets to explore! verona Our half-day excursion takes in Verona, famous for the romeo and Juliet balcony! Bordered on three sides by the River Adige, Verona’s streets, houses, churches and piazzas combine to tell the fascinating story of this small northern Italian city. It is also famed for its summer opera season. This morning we depart Lake Garda and retrace our steps back to the Metz area in France and our overnight hotel. After a buﬀet breakfast we continue our journey to Calais, across the Channel to Dover and on towards home.

CLuB HoteL LA veLA, torBoLe HHHH Ideally located in Torbole the Club Hotel La Vela enjoys many features including bar, restaurant and their most precious jewel is the large outdoor pool that literally ﬁlls the entire space in front of the hotel. The rooms are bright and clear, decorated in a style simple and fresh, with private bathrooms, air conditioning, satellite television, safe, minibar and the majority with balcony. Furnished with simplicity but with a style warm and comfortable. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 crew on board the coach • Short sea crossing • No overnight travel abroad • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at overnight hotel • 6 nights dinner, bed and breakfast in resort • Excursions to Verona and Venice • Lake Garda lakeside tour • Free time in resort

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Lakes, Mountains and Little Trains of Austria 9 DAYs overniGHt HoteL: Good standard hotel similar to Ibis and Novotel, all rooms will be equipped with en-suite facilities, TV, telephone. The hotel will have a lift or ground ﬂoor room

eXCursions inCLuDeD After an early start, we travel to Dover for an early afternoon crossing. We continue our journey in europe to our overnight hotel in time for a three-course dinner. Following a good night’s rest, we head on through Germany and into Austria where we check into our hotel for the next six nights. We have included four day excursions and a free day to explore our resort of Landeck, a popular shopping area and the landmark for the town is schloss Landeck or Landeck Castle, dating back to the early 13th Century. innsbruck and Hall Experience the Tyrolean capital of innsbruck, twice host city to the Winter Olympic Games. Explore the highlights of this charming Alpine city, including the most famous landmark of all, the ‘Golden Roof’. We will also visit Hall in Tirol, a medieval city close to Innsbruck, home to the original Imperial Mint. The former capital of the salt mining industry, Hall has a lovely medieval town centre and the famous Burg Hasseg Castle. stranz, Lech and st. Anton Our excursion today begins at stranz, the award-winning village boasts over 100 distillers. This afternoon we take a scenic drive over the stunning Arlberg Pass and visit the pretty village of Lech and stylish st. Anton. swarovski Crystal World and the Achensee railway Today we call at Wattens for a visit and tour of the world-famous swarovski Crystal World. From here we continue onto Jenbach where we board the narrow-gauge railway to seespitz and head to Achensee. Here we take a cruise on the largest and most beautiful of the Tirolean lakes. Ziller valley steam train and Mayrhofen We travel to Fugen this morning and join the historic Ziller valley steam train, a nostalgic journey through magniﬁcent scenery to Mayrhofen whilst enjoying some live music and a glass of local schnapps enroute! The Zillertal is one of Austria’s most famous narrow-gauge railways and has been in operation since 1902. On arrival in Mayrhofen you will have some free time to enjoy the lively atmosphere of this famous resort. We depart our resort on day 8 and make our way back through Germany and France to our overnight hotel, dinner will be served on arrival. After a good night’s rest, we carry on back to the UK, arriving home late evening.

sonne HoteL, LAnDeCK HHH The Sonne Hotel is situated just 500 m from the centre of Landeck. The hotel facilities include reception, restaurant, day bar, fully automated skittle alley, 2 alleys with cellar bar and sun terrace. The hotel also boasts leisure facilities including a sauna area with Finnish sauna. All rooms are equipped with ensuite bathrooms, radio, cable TV and telephone. *All inclusive in resort includes; Welcome drink on arrival, Extended buffet breakfasts/lunch, 4 Course dinner followed by tea/coffee, Unlimited soft drinks all day, Unlimited beer and wine 5pm-11pm, One 9 pin bowling evening with prizes, One evening dancing entertainment, One Tyrolean farmers buffet dinner, Farewell candlelit dinner What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Short sea crossings • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at overnight hotels • 6 nights All Inclusive in resort (see list below) • Visits to Innsbruck, Hall, Stranz, St Anton, Lech and Mayrhofen • Journeys on the Achensee and Ziller Valley Steam Railways • Cruise on Lake Achensee • Entrance in to Swarovski World

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The Cote D’Azur French and Italian Riviera’s 10 DAYs

overniGHt HoteL Good standard hotel similar to Ibis and Novotel, all rooms will be equipped with en-suite facilities, TV, telephone. The hotel will have a lift or ground floor rooms.

eXCursions inCLuDeD our european holidays depart early morning and travel to Dover ready for an early afternoon sailing to France, we then continue on to your overnight hotel in time for dinner. the following morning after a good nights rest we continue to our destination and resort hotel. enjoy two free days in resort to relax and four interesting and exciting excursions. san remo and Dolceacqua This morning we visit san remo, a town of art, culture and ﬂowers and today (Tuesday) is market day. Later today we head to Dolceacqua, a charming village with quaint narrow streets and a stunning castle. Cannes Today’s excursion takes us along the Cote D’Azur to Cannes, synonymous with glamour thanks to its worldfamous ﬁlm festival. Its Boulevard de la Croisette, curving along the coast, is lined with sandy beaches, upmarket boutiques and palatial hotels. It’s also home to the Palais des Festivals, a modern building complete with red carpet and Allée des Stars – Cannes’ walk of fame. nice Our next visit is to nice the capital of the French Rivieria, founded by the Greeks and later a retreat for 19thcentury Europe’s elite, the city today balances old-world decadence with modern urban energy. Stroll on the famous Promenade des Anglais or meander through the narrow streets of the old town. Monaco and Monte Carlo A real treat today as we visit Monaco and Monte Carlo, a wonderful day out where we travel along some of the Monaco Grand Prix roads. Explore Monaco taking in such sights as Opera de Monte Carlo, Monte Carlo Casino and the stunning Prince’s Palace of Monaco. Take a stroll around the bay or join the local funicular along to Monte Carlo and discover the ‘Playground to the Stars’ and how the other half live! We depart the hotel on day 9 and retrace our steps north to our overnight hotel arriving in time for dinner, next day we continue our journey to Calais ready for a return crossing back to the uK and homeward bound.

BeLLevue et MeDiterrAnee, DiAno MArinA HHHH This friendly family run hotel is situated on the private beach front at Diano Marina. This traditional hotel has a swimming pool, pool bar, indoor spa pool and restaurant. The en-suite rooms are air-conditioned and have a fridge and TV. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Return ferry crossing • 7 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at the Grand Diana Majestic Hotel • 2 overnight hotels on a dinner, bed and breakfast • Excursions to Nice, Cannes, Monaco and Monte Carlo, San Remo and Dolceacqua • Free time in Diano Marina

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Santa Susanna and the best of the Costa’s Coastline 10 DAYs

overniGHt HoteL Good standard hotel similar to Ibis and Novotel, all rooms will be equipped with en-suite facilities, TV, telephone. The hotel will have a lift of ground floor rooms. (hospitality trays may not be available).

eXCursions inCLuDeD Following an early start we travel to Dover for an early afternoon channel crossing. We continue to the greater Paris area for our overnight hotel and check in for a three course dinner. Following a good night’s rest we head south to our chosen resort of santa susanna, on arrival we check in for the next seven nights. During the next seven days you can take advantage of the two excursions or relax in the hotel and enjoy its impressive facilities which include 2 outdoor swimming pools and fantastic spa facilities, alternatively take to the sandy beach with its stunning blue waters or take a stroll along the prom and browse the local shops. Costa Coastal This morning we head along the coast ﬁrst calling at Blanes, a popular destination with the locals. Monday morning is market day where you can explore the 200 stalls, take a ride on the funicular or admire the beauty of the surrounding views. Our next port of call in the quaint town of tossa de Mar, take a walk down the narrow lanes with the local shops, stroll along the stunning sea front and admire the whole beauty of the resort. Barcelona Spend a day in the Catalonian capital Barcelona. Our sightseeing tour takes in some of the famous tourist attractions many designed by the famous architect Antoni Gaudi, such as The Sagrade Familia and the ‘Dragon House’. We will also visit Montjuic to see the Olympic Village before some free time on Las Ramblas, Barcelona's beating pulse. Our hotel’s location is near to the coast rail network should you wish to venture oﬀ and explore the Costa Brava and Dorada by train. Popular destinations include Figueras, Girona, L’Estartit, Callela and Salou all easily accessible. On the morning of departure we make our way back to the greater Paris area and our overnight hotel. After breakfast we continue our journey home arriving back in to the north east late evening.

FLoriDA PArK HoteL, sAntA susAnnA HHHH The hotel is set around a large outdoor swimming pool, just a few minutes’ walk from the beach. Santa Susanna’s resort centre, where there is a selection of cafes, bars and restaurants, just five minutes’ walk away. The hotel is completely air conditioned and offers a restaurant serving buffet evening meals with an abundance of hot and cold options each day. There are bars on site and the hotel offers live entertainment most evenings. The indoor wellness centre gives you the opportunity to enjoy a wet and dry sauna, Jacuzzi and indoor pool. All of the en-suite rooms boast air-conditioning, hairdryer, safe and satellite TV. The hotel has a lift. What’s included Luxury coach travel 2 crew onboard the coach Short sea crossing No overnight travel abroad 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at overnight hotels • 7 nights dinner, bed and breakfast in resort • • • • •

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Glasgow and Edinburgh GlasgoweXCursions inCLuDeD This cosmopolitan and sophisticated city has been Christmas Shopper reborn as a centre of style and vitality set against a backdrop of outstanding Victorian architecture. The former European City of Culture has also been voted the best shopping experience outside of London. In addition to the many shops, why not visit Glasgow’s Christmas Market located in St Enoch Square, browse round the stalls and ﬁll your senses with the smells and sounds of Christmas as you sip Glühwein or a warming hot chocolate – it’s the perfect way to get into the festive spirit.

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edinburgh edinburgh’s, German Christmas Market oﬀers glittering lights, fairground rides and an ice skating rink, it is the centrepiece of the festive season and truly is a continental experience. Illuminated wood cabins are laden with hand blown baubles, toys, glassware and candles, and the German vendors give the market an authenticity other themed markets can only dream of. Browse for unusual gift ideas such as handmade decorations and unique craft items. Warm up with a mug of Glühwein, red wine that is heated with cinnamon, cloves, vanilla, citrus and sugar, and try some delicious German fare including biscuits, sweets and venison burgers. Just next door, the Highland village Christmas Market will be in full swing, combining to create a party atmosphere like no other. DePArtures

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Leeds and Meadowhall Christmas Shopping Treat

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Leeds We visit Leeds and its many shops, markets and designer stores. Also set in Millennium Square is the Christkindelmarkt one of the most established German Christmas Markets, offering over 40 traditional wooden stalls with authentic German traders providing a wide range of seasonal gift ideas. All this is all set around Christmas carousel rides and twinkling colourful lights creating a unique continental style atmosphere. sheffield A visit to Meadowhall shopping Complex. Located on the outskirts of Sheffield, the indoor shopping centre is deservedly known as the “land of shoppertunity” and offers an array of famous and local stores to visit. There is a food court with plenty of coffee shops and restaurants.

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Best Western PLus CeDAr Court, LeeDs / BrADForD HHHH The hotel boasts a restaurant, bar plus a health club with an indoor pool, steam room, sauna and gym. All en suite rooms oﬀer TV, hairdryer, tea/coﬀee making facilities and telephone. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Local pick up points • Luxury coach travel • 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to Leeds city centre • Visit to Meadowhall shopping centre

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The Birmingham Military Tattoo and Frankfurt German Christmas Market 2 DAYs

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Birmingham Military tattoo We will make our way to the Barclaycard Arena for the Birmingham Military tattoo. This event has been thrilling audiences for over twenty years and the three hour spectacular offers all of the traditional elements as over one thousand military musicians, bands from across the world and a variety of other performers will be taking to the floor to entertain the crowds. Frankfurt Christmas Market An exciting visit to the Frankfurt Christmas Market, with over 75 stalls filling Victoria Square and the upper part of New Street. The market this year will be the biggest and best by far. Buy unusual and handmade gifts including ceramics, candles, glasswork, jewellery and Christmas decorations. A number of stalls also feature traditional German items such as wooden toys, nativity scenes and DePArtures PriCe marionettes. 24th November 2018 £109

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Best Western APPLeBY PArK HoteL, APPLeBY MAGnA HHH The hotel oﬀers a bar, restaurant and free Wi-Fi. The bedrooms have warm décor, they are equipped with en-suite bathroom, TV, hair dryer, telephone, tea/coﬀee facilities. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to the Frankfurt German Christmas Market and included entrance to the Birmingham Military Tattoo. sinGLe suPP

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Chester and Cheshire Cheshire oaks A visit to the largest Designer Outlet in the UK; Oaks Christmas Cheshire oaks boasts over 140 stores including Mulberry, All Saints, Ted Baker, French Connection, Jaeger, Nike and Shopper Marks and Spencer, all oﬀering permanent discounts of up to

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Chester We make our way to the beautiful city of Chester, home to the unique 13th century rows, half-timbered galleried shops, the largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain and a glorious cathedral. We will spend a full day here giving you the opportunity to take a cruise on the river, a guided tour with a Roman Centurion or a day shopping on the ‘Rows’, the choice is yours. DePArtures

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Best Western Forest HiLLs – FroDsHAM HHH This modern hotel oﬀers a pool, spa, and sauna. Rooms are comfortable with TV, tea/coﬀee facilities and free Wi-Fi. There is a restaurant and lounge bar.

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Yuletide in Skipton

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Grassington and Leeds The Dickensian Festival of Grassington sees the streets transformed back in time to a traditional market with shopkeepers, villagers and visitors dressed in Victorian costume. Enjoy the musicians, dancers, street entertainers plus the aroma of roasted chestnuts! This afternoon we visit Leeds to explore the German Christmas market ‘Christkindelmarkt’, boasting traditional wooden stalls, festive greenery, Christmas carousel rides and twinkling colourful lights. skipton skipton Yuletide Festival, the famous market will be in full ﬂow and running the full length of the High Street. With a range of entertainment throughout the day, the festival rounds oﬀ with a procession up the High Street to Holy Trinity church where a DePArtures PriCe traditional Christmas carol 1st December 2018 £95 service takes place in the grounds!

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Best Western PLus CeDAr Court, LeeDs / BrADForD HHHH The hotel boasts a restaurant, bar and indoor pool. All en suite rooms oﬀer TV, hairdryer, tea/coﬀee making facilities and telephone. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast • Free time in Leeds • Visits to Grassington Dickensian and Skipton Yuletide festivals sinGLe suPP

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sheﬃeld Christmas Market Having grown from a handful of cabins on the main shopping area of sheﬃeld to an entire Christmas experience of 50 cabins. Santa’s Grotto is at the heart of the event with the much-loved Sleigh Bar and the traditional German Sausage grill. Ideal location to enjoy festive spirit and all the major shops of a bustling city centre.

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Meadowhall shopping Centre Today we visit Meadowhall shopping complex. Located on the outskirts of Sheffield, the indoor shopping centre is deservedly known as the “land of shoppertunity” and offers an array of famous and local stores to visit. There is a food court with plenty of coffee shops and restaurants. PriCe

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eXCursions inCLuDeD nottingham You will have free time to enjoy the wonderful nottingham Christmas markets, outdoor ice rink or the cities two amazing shopping centres. Lincoln Thought to be the largest Christmas market of its type in Europe, experience for yourself the amazing Lincoln Christmas Market. You can expect to ﬁnd a mix of quality handcrafted goods, gifts, locally produced specialist foods and entertainment. All this set against a backdrop of Lincoln’s magniﬁcent cathedral and castle.

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Haddon Hall As Lord Edward Manners opens the doors to his magical home to oﬀer a truly unique experience. Haddon glows with traditional decoration and lighting, there are open ﬁres, Tudor music and the very best of festive hospitality – the atmosphere is simply enchanting, a day at Haddon Hall is an early Christmas present.

Chatsworth House As you enter Chatsworth House the glittering 15ft Nordman fir tree and a giant golden crown hanging from the ceiling in the Oak room sets the ambience for our visit. The house is an absolute marvel and the lower floors are transformed into a lavish, decorative and dramatic tribute to Christmas. Each year Chatsworth has a theme and the staff and house DePArtures PriCe are costumed accordingly, what will this year be? £135 8th December 2018

What’s included • Local pick up points • Luxury coach travel • 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to Nottingham Christmas Markets and Lincoln Christmas Market

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JurYs inn, sHeFFieLD HHH Our centrally located hotel allows you to explore Sheffield or relax in the comfort of the hotel. The spacious and modern ensuite bedrooms offer free Wi-Fi, TV with Freeview, air conditioning, hair dryer, tea and coffee refreshment dock. The hotel has a lift.

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Best Western nottinGHAM/DerBY HHHH The hotel is ideal on location. The Grill at 25 is both a restaurant and a bar. The ensuite bedrooms oﬀer hairdryer, TV, telephone and tea/coﬀee facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Local pick up points • Luxury coach travel • 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to a Festive Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall including entrance sinGLe suPP

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eXCursions inCLuDeD norfolk Today we make our way to Norfolk and our 3* hotel. We arrive this afternoon in time for you to relax before dinner. norwich This morning you can relax and enjoy the hotels facilities or join the coach for a morning discovering the most complete medieval city in Britain, norwich. With over 30 historic churches within the city walls! Explore the fascinating Norman cathedral, the Castle Museum and Art Gallery or enjoy some of the many shops in the city centre, the choice is yours! thursford Christmas spectacular After lunch or early dinner, depending on matinee or evening show, we make our way to the highlight of the tour, “the thursford Christmas spectacular”. A fresh new production each year keeps people coming back – the spectacular is a festival of sound, colour, dazzling dancers, beautiful costumes, Christmas songs, carols, outstanding music and singing from a cast of over one hundred, it really is not to be missed! On arrival explore the quaint shops before the show, after the performance we return to the hotel for a good night’s rest.

WensuM vALLeY HoteL, GoLF AnD CountrY CLuB, tAverHAM HHH Set in 250 stunning acres of Norfolk countryside, the Wensum Valley Hotel, Golf and Country Club offers a welcoming, friendly and relaxed atmosphere. This ideal hotel prides itself on its delicious food and fine wine. You may like to try the leisure facilities which include a fully equipped gym, swimming pool, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi . All bedrooms offer en-suite bathroom, TV, telephone and tea/coffee facilities. Whilst only on two floors, the hotel does not have a lift but does offer ground floor rooms. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights bed and breakfast, 1 evening meal and 1 lunch • Free time in Norwich • Excursion to the Thursford Christmas Spectacular including entrance

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Longleat safari Park and the Festival of Light Your included day ticket ensures entrance into the amazing Festival of Light, the magically decorated Longleat House where fairy tale characters will come to life, performances by the giant Singing Christmas Tree and of course entry to the iconic safari Park as well as the other great Adventure Park attraction.

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Leeds Christkindel German Christmas Market Leeds Christkindel is one of the most established German Christmas Markets in the UK, consisting of over 40 wooden chalet stalls from authentic German traders. All this is set in the stylish civic setting of the award winning Millennium Square. Castle Howard at Christmas Castle Howard at Christmas is the perfect way to get into the festive spirit. Each year the house is decorated with festive trees, garlands and ﬂoral arrangements – all illuminated by candlelight and log ﬁres.

MerCure BrADForD BAnKFieLDHHH A Gothic style hotel in the middle of Bronte country set it landscaped gardens. Oﬀering a bar, lounge and restaurant. All rooms are en-suite and have tea/coﬀee making facilities, TV and hairdryer; there is free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visit to York St.Nicholas Christmas Fayre and Leeds Christkindel Market • Included entrance to Castle Howard

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York st nicholas Christmas Fayre Let the festivities continue as we visit York and the st nicholas Christmas Fayre. Over 100 snug chalets with twinkling fairy lights will shine out from their positions along Parliament Street, St Sampson's Square and at new sites such as The Judge's Lodging and Coppergate, selling inspired gift ideas and stocking ﬁllers.

What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Included entrance to Longleat Safari Park

This festival is truly a unique experience. Highly skilled artists from China are responsible for the beautiful displays both inside and in the grounds of Longleat. An amazing day out.

DouBLetree BY HiLton, sWinDon HHHH Situated in the Wiltshire countryside, this hotel offers a bar, lounge, restaurant and fitness centre. It's en-suite rooms are comfortable and include LCD TV, free WiFi and tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift.

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London’s Christmas Shopping Extravaganza and Hyde Park Winter Wonderland

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eXCursions inCLuDeD London shopping Heaven This morning a visit to Knightsbridge, home of Harrods! The must see is Harrods Christmas world where you can purchase anything from snow globes to Christmas crackers showcasing diﬀerent themes each year. Following your visit we continue shopping on oxford street.

Winter Wonderland Today we head to the amazing Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park. Rapidly becoming one of the highlights of the festive season, you’ll be in awe of this spectacle. Take to the ice rink, see a top show, board the observation wheel or discover the huge Christmas market. The Winter Wonderland provides fun, laughter and excitement for all. There are also plenty of places to eat and drink within the festival area. DePArtures

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HALLMArK HoteL CroYDon AeroDroMe HHHH Originally built in 1928 to serve the airport, this hotel has been upgraded and extended over the years. Oﬀering a brasserie restaurant a lounge and bar, it is easy to relax. The rooms are en-suite with a hospitality tray, LCD TV and free internet access. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Local pick up points • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Free time in London Christmas shopping • Visit to Hyde Park Winter Wonderland sinGLe suPP

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eXCursions inCLuDeD trafford Centre Offering an unrivalled shopping experience as well as a fabulous selection of stores, restaurants and cafés. Arley Hall Christmas Floral extravaganza This morning the festive feel takes over the house, each room is decorated with hundreds of fresh flowers using foliage from Arley Gardens. One of the main attractions is the hall in its traditional and stunning style. Manchester Christmas Market Discover over 300 stalls, with a plethora of gifts, crafts, jewellery, toys and an array of food and drink. There is a real European feel about this market. Relax with a hot chocolate, German beer, or French wine. Soak up the atmosphere of a truly international event with a uniquely Mancunian flavour.

• Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Excursion and entrance to Arley Hall • Visits to Manchester’ Christmas Market and Traﬀord Centre

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Lincoln Christmas Market

eXCursions inCLuDeD nottingham A visit to nottingham and its Christmas Market. Sixty Tudor style cabins oﬀer top quality gifts and everything else you might need for Christmas

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Bakewell and Matlock We call at Bakewell for some free time before heading onto visit the once a year spectacle, Matlock victorian Christmas Market. Enjoy local and European produce, craft stalls, live entertainment. This afternoon, following Santa’s parade the Christmas illuminations are switched on. Lincoln The famous Lincoln Christmas Market is one of the largest in the country set against the backdrop of the magniﬁcent cathedral and castle.

What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to Nottingham Christmas Market , Bakewell, Matlock Victorian Christmas Market, Lincoln Christmas Market

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London and the royal Albert Hall Enjoy a sightseeing tour of London taking in many of the famous landmarks such as Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Tower Bridge, Trafalgar Square to name a few, this is followed by free time on Oxford Street for some Christmas shopping. After an early dinner you’ll be ready for the highlight of the weekend! We make our way to the Christmas Carols Concert at the royal Albert Hall a truly festive experience in an amazing location. Hyde Park Winter Wonderland Free time to experience the beautiful Winter Wonderland situated in London’s Hyde Park. Take a browse through the park, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the entertainment. This should get you in the mood for Christmas!

novoteL nottinGHAM/eAst MiDLAnDs HHH A contemporary hotel located in Long Eaton. It has an international restaurant and a lobby bar, is air conditioned and oﬀers free Wi-Fi throughout. The rooms are bright, airy and modern with comfortable beds and excellent showers. The hotel has a lift.

CroWne PLAZA LonDon HeAtHroW HHHH This hotel enjoys a restaurant, Starbucks coffee shop and Orwell’s Bar. The hotel also has leisure facilities with an indoor pool and fitness centre. All of the spacious bedrooms are air-conditioned and have Wi-Fi, tea/coffee facilities and TV. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Local pick up points • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Free time in Hyde Park Winter Wonderland • London sightseeing tour • Entrance to Christmas Carols at the Royal Albert Hall

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MerCure eDinBurGH CitY PrinCes street HoteL HHH A ﬁrm favourite over the years, this central hotel is in the city centre. All rooms are en-suite and have tea/coﬀee facilities, TV, hairdryer and trouser press. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Local pick up points • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Free time in Edinburgh

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After all the hustle and bustle of Christmas why not treat yourself to a relaxing few days in between Christmas and New Year. Our chosen hotel enjoys full leisure facilities so you can relax by the pool or in the comfortable lounge the choice is yours. skipton We call at the market town of skipton for a lunch stop on the way to our hotel. Liverpool This morning we travel to Liverpool, with so much to do no matter what the weather! Take a stroll around the Albert Dock, visit the Beatles Museum or Tate Modern, grab yourself a bargain in the sales or sit back and relax in one of the many cafes and bars and watch the world go by… ilkley Our ﬁnal visit takes us to ilkley for a lunch break, the town was made famous by the Yorkshire folk song “On Ilkla Moor bar tat” which translated means “On Ilkley Moor without a hat” - maybe worth bringing a hat just in case!

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MerCure DunKenHALGH HoteL AnD sPA, BLACKBurn HHHH This 14th-century country manor house, offers a homely feel, with a bar and lounge, the chic spa features an indoor pool, a fitness centre, a sauna and a whirlpool tub. Stylish, en-suite rooms come with hair dryer, free Internet access, satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel does not have a lift, Double and Single rooms are located on first floor. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to Skipton, Liverpool and Ilkley sinGLe suPP

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Departing early morning travelling to Dover for an early afternoon crossing to France. Gent Winter Festivities The city centre will again be turned into a winter wonderland with an ice-skating rink, giant Ferris wheel and Christmas stalls winding their way from Sint-Baafsplein to the Korenmarkt. Lille Christmas Market The Place Rihour area of Lille comes alive at Christmas. The market is home to over 80 wooden chalets oﬀering festive goodies and culinary delights or shop till you drop in the city shops. Brugge Christmas Market Already a magical city when the Christmas lights are glowing, the ice rink on the Market Square, and the many festive gift stalls oﬀer seasonal delights.

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eXCursions inCLuDeD this morning we head north to scotland making comfort stops en-route. this evening you are invited to a welcome drinks party before dinner, followed by entertainment. new Years eve After a traditional breakfast we visit Loch Lomond and Luss an area of natural beauty with breath taking views and scenery. We return to the hotel early afternoon for a light buﬀet lunch and an afternoon of relaxation before tonight’s new Years eve Gala Dinner, after dinner you see in 2019 with traditional Scottish entertainment and a glass of bubbly. Happy new Year! Enjoy a leisurely morning relaxing before a light buffet lunch in the hotel. This afternoon we head out to nearby Kilmarnock, voted Scotland’s friendliest city. This evening enjoy dinner followed by entertainment.

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What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Return short sea crossing • 3 nights bed and breakfast • Visits to Gent, Lille and Brugge Christmas Markets

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Hogmanay in Ayrshire

LeoPoLD HoteL ostenD HHH This boutique hotel situated in the city centre, housed in an Art Deco building dates from 1928. As well as being close to the shops the hotel is a short walk from the beach and casino. The chic bedrooms are en-suite with free Wi-Fi, and ﬂat screen TV. There is a comfortable lounge and bar area.

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HALLMArK HoteL, irvine HHHH Located just outside of Irvine the hotel offers a warm welcome with spacious and comfortable lounge a superb restaurant and bar. Hallmark Irvine offers excellent cuisine and a friendly team of staff, who are always ready to give you a warm welcome. All rooms are en-suite with TV, telephone and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel does not have a lift but offers ground floor rooms. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Gala Dinner with entertainment on New Years Eve • Excursion to Loch Lomond • Visit to Kilmarnock sinGLe suPP

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New Year in the Lakes 4D

eXCursions inCLuDeD We head west this morning to the beautiful Lake District. this evening we enjoy a welcome drinks party before dinner.

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new Year’s eve This morning we visit the quaint market town and gateway to the Lake District, Penrith. We continue to Keswick one of the most popular towns in the Lake District next to enjoy some time for lunch. This evening, enjoy a Gala dinner dance, canapé's and champagne are served before dinner, which is followed by live entertainment and a countdown to the New Year. Happy new Year! Take the morning to relax and enjoy a leisurely breakfast. Following a light buﬀet lunch in the hotel we head to Bowness, delightfully located on the shores of Lake Windermere you can take a cruise on the lake visit the local shops or watch the world go by. We return to the hotel in time to relax before dinner which is again followed by entertainment.

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New Year in Valkenburg 4 DAYs

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Best Western sHAP WeLLs HoteL HHH Located on the edge of the Lake District the Shap Wells restaurant is renowned for its fine food and boasts wonderful views over the river. Guests can relax following dinner in the Fell lounge with log fires, the Riverside bar or the games room with snooker table. The hotel has a lift. All of the recently refurbished bedrooms offer en-suite facilities and include TV, alarm clock and complimentary tea and coffee making facilities. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Pre dinner drinks reception • Gala dinner dance • Entertainment programme • Visits to Penrith, Keswick and Bowness sinGLe suPP

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eXCursions inCLuDeD Why not try something different for new Year in 2018? our new tour takes you to the stunning town of valkenburg; here you can celebrate new Year in style. our hotel is located a 5 minute walk away from the town centre which offers an array of cafes, bars and shops and always brings with it a warm welcome. We depart early morning and travel south making comfort stops enroute. Following our channel crossing to France we continue to Holland and out resort of Valkenburg. new Year’s eve - Monschau After breakfast, we head out for a scenic drive taking in the eifel Hills national Park, a beautiful National Park with dramatic scenery. Next, we visit the beautiful and small resort of Monschau, a town full of historical half-timbered houses and narrow streets, this truly picture-perfect town is not to be missed. We return to the hotel mid-afternoon in plenty of time to freshen up ready for this evenings meal and celebrations. new Year’s Day – valkenburg Today we enjoy brunch, allowing you time to relax this morning. Then take a stroll in to valkenburg and explore the famous castle ruins and velvet caves or explore the offerings in the centre of this quaint Dutch town. This evening following dinner enjoy in house entertainment.

This morning we retrace our steps back to Calais. With regular comfort stops en-route we arrive DePArtures PriCe back to the north east late evening. 30th December 2018 £449

Telephone Gardiners NMC 01670 519 952

HoteL sCHAePKens, vALKenBurG HHH Located in the beautiful town of Valkenburg the popular hotel oﬀers a bar, restaurant, lovely gardens and of course a warm welcome. The comfortable en-suite bedrooms enjoy TV, telephone and radio. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • Three nights dinner, bed and breakfast • New Year's Eve Party with a glass of champagne • Free time in Valkenburg • Happy hour twice daily • Scenic Eifel Hills drive and visit to Monschau • Return short sea crossing sinGLe suPP

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New Year in the Scottish Highlands

eXCursions inCLuDeD new Year’s eve - oban Following breakfast, we take the loch side drive to oban, with loch shore views all the way. Free time in Oban to explore “The Gateway to the Isles”, with its many shops, whisky distillery and museums. We return to the hotel for a light lunch and an afternoon to relax, this evening we enjoy a Gala 4 course dinner and celebrate the arrival of the New Year.

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new Year’s Day – Fort William Happy New Year! Later this morning we take a ride out to Fort William, enjoy a stroll and some fresh air after last night’s activities. This afternoon we have an included afternoon tea followed this evening by dinner and entertainment.

BeAutiFuLLY DeCorAteD £389

Cornish Turkey and Tinsel 5 DAYs

What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Tea and cake on arrival and welcome sparkling drink reception • Full board on 31st with light lunch, 4 course Gala dinner and glass of wine • Full board on the 1st to include afternoon tea and 3 course dinner • Nightly entertainment • Visits to Oban and Fort William

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our first turkey and tinsel of 2018 see’s us visit the ever popular rosemundy Hotel. upon arrival you’ll get the festive feel as the hotel and grounds are seasonally decorated. the hotel is known for its quality and warmth of welcome – if you haven’t visited this hotel before i’d strongly recommend it and if you have already, you will need to be quick to book up this time! newquay Spend a day at leisure in newquay, this vibrant resort offers something for everyone, whatever your age or interests. There are fantastic beaches, cliff top walks and the bustling town centre is full of quaint shops and tempting cafes. Port isaac For viewers of the TV show Doc Martin we visit the fictional Cornish seaside village of Portwenn, really known as Port isaac, the small and picturesque fishing village set on the Atlantic Coast of North Cornwall. The small attractive village has been around since the 14th century and has become a popular location for both film and TV series including Doc Martin and the 1970’s series, Poldark. It’s Christmas Day at the hotel and that means a traditional Christmas dinner and a visit from Santa!

truro A city steeped in history and awe-inspiring architecture. The compact city centre has a strong and diverse mix which is unique to truro! Its intriguing shops, variety of art galleries, bars, restaurants, Truro Cathedral and the Royal Cornwall Museum make it a year round destination. there is plenty to see and do. Whether you are DePArtures PriCe keen to shop, dine with friends or simply meander through the Georgian streets we are sure you will enjoy your visit to Truro. £389 1st November 2018

BALLACHuLisH HoteL, BALLACHuLisH HHH Situated in a breath-taking lochside setting at the foot of dramatic Glencoe. With roaring log fires, peaceful surroundings. All en-suite rooms are decorated in a traditional style to reflect the hotel’s highland heritage. With complimentary tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, TV, telephone and Wi-Fi, there’s no excuse not to enjoy a great night’s sleep. The hotel does not have a lift but does offer ground floor rooms.

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roseMunDY HoteL, st AGnes HHH Rosemundy House is a family run hotel situated in the Cornish coastal village of St Agnes. Set in over four acres of secluded gardens and woodland it is within easy walking distance of the village. The beautifully appointed ensuite bedrooms have TV with Freeview, telephone, hair dryer and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel does not have a lift but does offer ground floor rooms. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Sherry reception • 3 nights entertainment • Visit from Santa and mince pies sinGLe suPP

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Turkey and Tinsel in St Annes on Sea

eXCursions inCLuDeD on arrival at the wonderful resort of st Annes, our festivities begin with a welcome glass of winter punch before tonight's evening meal, which is followed by entertainment and dancing!

Christmas Day Merry Christmas!! Santa and Mrs Claus will be handing out presents during breakfast! There will be a demonstration or game this morning and bingo early afternoon, followed by tea and mince pies. This evening you are treated to a full Christmas turkey dinner before entertainment and dancing!

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CHADWiCK HoteL, st Annes on seA HHH Our hotel is family run and located within walking distance to the quaint St Annes on Sea. The hotel boasts Four seasons restaurant and Bugatti bar, playing host to live music. There is also Atlantis Health and Leisure Centre featuring a swimming pool, gym, spa and Nordic sauna. The spacious rooms are all en-suite and feature hair dryer, satellite TV and tea/coﬀee facilities. The hotel has a lift.

Boxing Day Boxing Day breakfast is followed by an excursion to Morecambe. Stroll along the golden sands, or visit the Eric Morecambe statue which looks across the Promenade. We then call at Fleetwood with its famous market. Homemade scones are available in the hotel on your return! Dinner is again followed by entertainment and dancing! new Year’s eve Today we venture to the beautiful Lake District, calling at Ambleside which overlooks Lake Windermere and then Grasmere. We return to the hotel in time to freshen up before your New Years Eve dinner and entertainment!

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German Christmas Market

eXCursions inCLuDeD Following a late morning departure, we travel to Hull for our P & o north sea Ferry overnight cruise to Holland.

and P & O Mini Cruise 5 DAYs

What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Free time in St Annes on Sea • Visits to Morecombe and Fleetwood • Lake District excursion calling at Ambleside and Grasmere

Cologne We will travel to Cologne for a traditional and authentic Christmas Market. There are eight markets, you can wander beneath a sky of twinkling fairy lights, treat yourself to some special Christmas presents and try the local produce, including the famous ‘mulled wine’!

rHeinLust HoteL, BoPPArD HHH The centrally located family run hotel is set in the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley and oﬀers traditional ‘Rhenish’ hospitality. Enjoy local set meals in the hotel before paying a visit to the cellar bar or heading out in to the town. All rooms are en-suite with TV, safe and hairdryer. The hotel has a lift.

Boppard, Koblenz and Cochem This morning, explore Boppard before we travel to nearby Koblenz. The markets here are truly breath taking, with over 130 stalls offering hand-made goods and Christmas decorations you will find all the flavours and smells of Christmas! This afternoon we visit the Cochem Christmas Market, which is just as beautiful as the town itself. All the gifts and crafts you could wish for and the Glühwein is grown, brewed and produced locally for connoisseurs who only enjoy the finest quality!

What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights on board P & O mini cruise with en-suite cabin • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Visits to Cologne, Koblenz, Cochem and Valkenburg Christmas Markets

valkenburg A visit to the delightful town of valkenburg and its Christmas markets, located in the beautifully lit old quarries, tunnels and caves which run underneath the town. This afternoon we re-join the ferry for our overnight cruise back to the UK. DePArtures

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26th November 2018

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ALL inCLusive £279

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All Inclusive Highlands Turkey and Tinsel with Edinburgh Christmas Market

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Glasgow Today we travel to the lively city of Glasgow with a packed lunch being provided by the hotel. There will be free time for sightseeing and shopping before we return to our hotel with time to relax before dinner. Aberfoyle and Loch Katrin A morning visit to Aberfoyle followed by a scenic drive over Dukes Pass to Loch Katrine. We enjoy a cruise on the Loch before having an opportunity to enjoy our packed lunch. We return to the log ﬁres in the hotel with time to relax before dinner and entertainment. Loch Lomond A free morning, then after soup and sandwiches in the hotel for lunch we oﬀer you the option to join us for a visit to ‘Loch Lomond Shores’, an award winning complex of shops and cafes at the beautiful Loch Lomond. Departing our hotel after breakfast we return you to your original pick up point. edinburgh Christmas Market En-route home we call at edinburgh, enjoy some free time to explore the fabulous Christmas Market.

WinnoCK HoteL, DrYMen neAr LoCH LoMonD HHH A modernised 17th Century Inn, this family run hotel stands in the pretty village of Drymen. With its log ﬁres, cosy lounges and high standard of cuisine, the Winnock is full of warmth and charm. All rooms are en-suite bedrooms with TV and hospitality tray. This hotel does not have a lift but ground ﬂoor rooms are available on request. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights all-inclusive* • 3 excursions • Loch cruise

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on arrival at our Lake District hotel we are greeted with mince pies while you check in and relax. this evening you can enjoy a glass of wine with dinner and meet the hotel team looking after you this Christmas. After dinner you can test your festive knowledge with a Christmas quiz before you are treated to a performance from the Penrith Brass Band! Christmas eve Today we head to the heart of the Lakes, calling in at some of the region’s best-loved towns and villages. We spend some time in the waterside town of Bowness-on-Windermere with its display of Victorian and Edwardian architecture before continuing on to pretty Ambleside at the head of Windermere. After dinner this evening you will be entertained by a guitar vocalist before heading to bed to hang out your stocking!

Christmas Day – Merry Christmas! Relax and enjoy Christmas Day and all of it culinary delights! Coffee and biscuits will be available in the lounge mid-morning and then a glass of bubbly and canapes are served prior to your traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings! An afternoon of relaxation will be in order before tea and Christmas cake are served following the Queen’s speech. The Birkbeck restaurant offers a buffet dinner this evening and afterwards entertainment is provided by a comedian and magician. Boxing Day After breakfast today we head out on a half day tour to Keswick, set on the shores of Derwent Water amid spectacular scenery. We return to the hotel for a buffet lunch. Dinner this evening is again followed by entertainment. Time to check out and start heading home with fond DePArtures PriCe memories of Christmas, comfort breaks will be made en-route as we journey back to your original pick up point. £469 23rd December 2018

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Best Western, sHAP WeLLs HoteL HHH Located on the edge of the Lake District the Shap Wells hotel restaurant is renowned for its fine food and boasts wonderful views over the river. Guests can relax following dinner in the Fell lounge with log fires, the Riverside bar or the games room with snooker table. All of the recently refurbished bedrooms offer en-suite facilities and include TV, alarm clock and complimentary tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Local pick up points • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Porterage • Full entertainments programme • Full day tour of the Lakes visiting Bowness and Ambleside • Half day visit to Keswick sinGLe suPP

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Delightful Lakes at Christmastime

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Festive

Cheshire’s Christmas Delight Y 5 DA

eXCursions inCLuDeD upon arrival at the hotel you’ll be treated to tea, coﬀee and scones in the Lounge Bar. After settling in there’s a welcome drinks reception followed by dinner and Bingo! Christmas eve - Liverpool This morning we are joined by a Blue Badge Guide who will take us on a tour of Liverpool. We will take in many of the landmarks including the cathedrals, Albert Docks and various places of interest relating to the Fab Four, before some free time. We return to the hotel for tea, coﬀee, mince pies and brandy butter whilst enjoying some festive carol singing from members of a local choir. Dinner this evening is followed by live entertainment from a solo artist.

Christmas Day – Merry Christmas Enjoy a leisurely Christmas Day starting with a full cooked breakfast. Following pre-lunch drinks in the lounge we are treated to a traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings in the Royal Suite. This afternoon sit-back and enjoy the Queen’s speech shown in the Lounge Bar followed by tea, coffee and Christmas cake. Tonight, there’s a festive buffet served in the Topiary Restaurant followed by a fantastic Race night to round off a lovely Christmas Day! Boxing Day – Chester We make our way to the beautiful city of Chester, home to the unique 13th century rows, half-timbered galleried shops, the largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain and a glorious cathedral. Enjoy a few hours to explore the castle walls, take a stroll along the river bank or enjoy a coffee and watch the world go by. We return to the hotel early afternoon to enjoy tea, coffee and festive afternoon tea. This evening DePArtures PriCe enjoy a Gala dinner dance in the Royal Suite followed by £519 23rd December 2018 entertainment from solo vocalist.

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Christmas in Middle England 5 DAYs

tHe PArK roYAL HoteL, CHesHire HHHH The hotel oﬀers a beautiful mix of modern facilities with elegant grandeur. Part of the hotel was built in 1831 as a vicarage, a warm welcome always awaits. The hotel facilities include superb spa and health club with two equipped gyms, indoor swimming pool, sauna and whirlpool. The beautifully designed bedrooms, oozing contemporary glamour and sophistication. The hotel has a lift.

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on arrival at the hotel we will be met by the management team to enjoy the warmest welcome with a traditional tea and coffee. the manager will introduce you to the hotel team who will be keeping you entertained throughout your stay. A delicious three course dinner will be served followed by evening entertainment (resident DJ). Christmas eve - Warwick and Warwick Castle We journey south and head to Warwick. We have arranged for entrance in to Warwick Castle, the magnificent medieval castle takes you back through its 1,000 year history to a bygone world of banquets, battles and ceremony. Stroll through the castle's delightful gardens, visit Tussaud's waxworks or if you're feeling brave, visit the castle's spinechilling dungeons! We return to the hotel in time to relax before this evening’s dinner and entertainment. Christmas Day – Merry Christmas! Wake up to Christmas day by enjoying a hearty breakfast. Come lunchtime, enjoy a traditional three course Christmas feast; Santa will be visiting you after lunch! Relax this afternoon and enjoy the Queens speech. This evening an informal hot and cold buffet

rounds oﬀ your spectacular Christmas day. Boxing Day – Pantomime Following a hearty breakfast, sit back and enjoy the peace or take a stroll. After lunch in the hotel we make our way to the matinee of a pantomime…. Oh yes we do! With laughs and giggles along the way we return to the hotel later this afternoon. The head chef will create a sumptuous three PriCe course winter themed buﬀet for you to enjoy this evening followed DePArtures by live entertainment. 23rd December 2018 £469

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sKetCHLeY GrAnGe HoteL AnD sPA, HinCKLeY HHHH The stunning accommodation in Leicestershire offers a warm welcome plus a wide range of facilities which includes the Garden restaurant and bar, 17m swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna, steam room and fully equipped gym. The en-suite bedrooms offer traditional English charm, beautiful floral fabrics and furnishings and amazing countryside views. The hotel has a lift. What’s included • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • 3 nights entertainment • Traditional Christmas dinner • Pantomime sinGLe suPP

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Gardiners NMC Limited Bonded Coach Holidays Group Trading Charter

our trADinG CHArter WitH You 1 FinAnCiAL ProteCtion Your contract is with Gardiners NMC Limited. Our Trading Charter and Booking Conditions set out clearly and simply the responsibility we have to you and in turn, you have with us, when a contract is made. When you book a holiday with us, which doesn’t include a flight, the money you pay us for the booking will be protected by the Bonded Coach Holidays Group of the Confederation of Passenger Transport UK Ltd, this is a Government approved consumer protection scheme. Please see the BCH Consumer Guarantee at www.bch-uk.org. There is no financial protection if you purchase just transport or accommodation-only from us. 2 BooKinG AnD PAYMent When a booking is made, the 'lead name' on the booking guarantees that he or she is 18 or over and has the authority and accepts on behalf of the party the terms of these booking conditions and pays the deposit indicated in the brochure. After we receive your booking and all appropriate payments, if the arrangements you wish to book are available, we will send you or your booking agent a confirmation invoice within 14 days. All monies paid to your booking agent are held by them on your behalf until we issue our confirmation invoice, thereafter your booking agent holds the money on our behalf. A binding agreement will come into existence between us when we dispatch this invoice to the 'lead name' or your booking agent. Please check the confirmation carefully to ensure all the information is correct. This contract is governed by English Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts. Single occupancy of rooms, when available, may be subject to a supplementary charge and these will be shown in the brochure. You can book by paying a deposit for each person named on the booking but our commitment is always conditional upon the balance being paid as below; Deposit £30.00 per person or 10% of your holiday cost whichever is the greater amount. Please note that we can only accept Credit Card payments for the deposit portion of your holiday. The balance of the price of your holiday must be paid at least 6 weeks before your departure. If you book within our balance due period, you will need to pay the total holiday cost at the time of booking. If the balance is not paid in time we reserve the right to cancel your holiday, retain your deposit, and apply the cancellation charges set out in the paragraph below. The date of cancellation will normally be the date we receive your written confirmation that you intend to cancel or 15 days after the balance due date, whichever comes first. Where optional items are purchased as part of the holiday, these are payable on the balance due date except where items, such as theatre tickets, have been specifically purchased for you. In this case the cost may be payable at a separate date notified to you and will not normally be refunded unless we obtain a refund from the supplier we use. 3 BroCHure ACCurACY Although Gardiners NMC Limited make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the brochure information and pricing, regrettably errors do sometimes occur. You must therefore ensure you check the price and all other details of your holiday with us at the time of booking and when you receive our confirmation invoice 4 our PriCinG PoLiCY Gardiners NMC Limited endeavour to ensure that the most up to date and correct prices are shown in our brochure. Occasionally, an incorrect price may be shown, due to an error. When we become aware of any such error, we will endeavour to notify you at the time of booking (if we are then aware of the mistake) or as soon as reasonably possible. We reserve the right to cancel the booking if you do not wish to accept the price which is applicable to the holiday. Local Authorities in many towns and cities throughout Europe have introduced new tourist taxes which must be paid directly to the hotel by all guests in person. These taxes are not included in our prices but we will notify you when applicable.

Holiday prices include all travel, hotel accommodation and meals as specified in the holiday description and VAT payable in the UK where applicable. The price of the holiday will not be subjected to any surcharges except those arising from exchange rate changes, transportation including the price of fuel, air & ferry operator fares and tolls, embarkation or disembarkation fees at terminals, duties and taxes (including the rate of VAT). Even in these cases we will absorb the cost equivalent to the cost of first 2% of the holiday price. Amounts more than this plus £1 administration fee and Travel Agents commission will be surcharged to you. If this means the total cost of the holiday increases by more than 10% then you are entitled to cancel your holiday and receive a full refund of all monies paid except any insurance premium and amendment charges. If you exercise the right to cancel we must receive written notice within 14 days of the date of the surcharge invoice. The currency exchange rate used in the holiday costings are based on rates as at the publication date of this Charter. 5 CHiLDren’s PriCes Children prices are offered for children under 12 years old and are based on children sharing a room with two full fare paying passengers. 6 iF You CHAnGe Your BooKinG If, after our confirmation has been issued, you wish to change to another of our holidays or change departure date, we will do our utmost to make the changes, but we cannot guarantee to do so. However, notification must be received in writing at our offices from the person who made the booking, at least 8 weeks before departures. This must be accompanied by a payment of £20 to cover our administrative costs, plus costs we incur in making the amendment. Alterations may not be able to be made within 6 weeks of departure and any such request for an alteration will be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and will be subject to the cancellation charges set out in paragraph below. Some arrangements cannot be changed without paying a cancellation charge of up to 100% of the ticket cost. 7 trAnsFerrinG Your BooKinG You can transfer your booking to somebody else but the person must satisfy all the conditions of the holiday and this change must be made before departure. This transfer will cost £20 per passenger plus reasonable costs to make the transfer. You will remain responsible for ensuring payment. This is in addition to (and does not affect) the separate responsibility of the transferee to us. 8 iF You neeD to CAnCeL Your HoLiDAY You or any member of your party may cancel your holiday at any time provided the cancellation is made by the person signing the booking form and is communicated to us in writing via the office who made your original booking. You must pay cancellation charges to cover our administration costs and to compensate for the risk of us not reselling the holiday. Your cancellation will take effect from the date on which we or our agent receive your written confirmation of your cancellation. You must also return any tickets or vouchers you have received. A reduction in room occupancy may increase the charges for the remaining passengers by the application of supplements for low occupancy of rooms. Where bought in supplies, such as ferries, hotel accommodation etc have been bought in on your behalf, and where the terms and conditions of the supplier are non-refundable, these products will be charged to you at the full retail rate. If this applies, the non-refundable items will be deducted from your holiday costs and the following scale of charges will be applied to the remainder: Period before departure within which written cancellation of package price is received

Amount of cancellation charge as a % of total package cost

More than 56 days

Deposit only

55-49 days

30% or Deposit, if greater

48-22 days

50%

21-8 days

70%

7-1 days

100%

Departure day or later including voluntary termination during the package

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9 ALterAtions to Your HoLiDAY BY us We hope that we will not have to make any change to your holiday but, because our holidays are planned many months in advance, we sometimes do need to make minor changes. We reserve the right to do this at any time. We will let you or your booking agent know about any important changes as soon as possible. If after booking, and before departure, we make a major change to your holiday, you will have the option of withdrawing from the holiday without penalty or transferring to another holiday without any charge. In either case, we will pay you compensation, according to the scale set below. A major change includes the time of your departure or return time by more than 12 hours, a change in departure point, location of resort or type of hotel, a change in cross channel travel. If we tell you about any of these changes after we have conﬁrmed your holiday booking (other than force majeure), you may either: l accept the new arrangements oﬀered by us; or

l accept a replacement holiday from us of equivalent or similar standard and price (at the date of the change), if we can oﬀer you one; or l cancel your holiday with us and receive a full refund of all monies

Either way, we will pay you compensation, using the Compensation table shown, Period before departure in which signiﬁcant change is notiﬁed to you or your agent More than 26 days

Amount per person Nil

15 to 25 days

£15

8 to 14 days

£20

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iMPortAnt note Compensation will not be payable if the holiday is cancelled because the number of persons booked is less than the number required, or for events beyond our control, which include: war, threat of war, riots, civil disturbances, terrorist activity and its consequences, industrial disputes, natural and nuclear disasters, fire, epidemics, health risks and pandemics, unavoidable and unforeseeable technical problems with transport for reasons beyond our control or that of our suppliers; hurricanes and other actual or potential severe weather conditions, and any other similar events. You are also advised to check with The Foreign and Commonwealth Office Advice Unit regularly at www.fco.gov.uk/travel prior to travel. All holidays operate if the minimum number of participants is met. However, in no case will we cancel your holiday less than 3 weeks before the scheduled departure date, except where you have failed to pay the final balance or because of force majeure (force majeure means an event which we or the suppliers of the services in question could not foresee or avoid and is therefore beyond our control) 10 our resPonsiBiLitY to You We will endeavour to ensure the holiday which you book with us is supplied as described in our publicity material and the services offered reach a reasonable standard. We accept responsibility for the acts and/or omissions of our employees, agents and suppliers except where they lead to death, injury or illness. Our liability in all cases shall be limited to a maximum of twice the value of the original holiday cost (not including insurance premiums and amendment charges). We accept responsibility for death, injury, or illness caused by the negligent acts and/or omissions of our employees or agents together with our suppliers and sub-contractors, servants and/or agents of the same whilst acting within the scope of, or during their employment in the provision of your holiday. We will accordingly pay to our clients such damages as might have been awarded in such circumstances under English Law. In respect of carriage by air, sea, tunnel and rail and the provision of accommodation our liability in all cases will be limited in the manner provided by the relevant international convention.

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If we make any payment to you or any member of your party for death or personal injury or illness, you will be asked to assign to us or our insurers the rights you may have to act against the person or organisation responsible for causing the death, personal injury or illness. This clause does not apply to any separate contracts that you may enter for excursions or activities during or outside of your holiday. If you or any member of your party suffer death, illness or injury whilst overseas arising out of an activity which does NOT form part of your holiday, we may offer guidance and where legal action is contemplated and you want our assistance, you must obtain our written consent prior to any proceedings (We limit the cost of our assistance to you or your party to £5000 per party) 11 iF You HAve A CoMPLAint If you have a problem during your holiday, please inform your Tour Manager, your Driver or the relevant Supplier/Resort Representative immediately who will endeavour to put things right. If your complaint cannot be completely resolved locally, you must complete a Holiday Report Form which can be obtained by your Driver or local Representative, which you should keep. If you remain dissatisfied please follow this up within 14 days of your return home by writing to Gardiners NMC Ltd, 18 Coopies Haugh, Coopies Lane Industrial Estate, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 6JN giving your original booking reference number and all other relevant information, including the reference of the Holiday Report Form. It is therefore a condition of this contract that you communicate any problem to the supplier of the services in question AND to our Representative whilst in resort and obtain a written report form. If you fail to follow this simple procedure, we cannot accept responsibility, as we have been deprived of the opportunity to investigate and rectify the problem. Should your complaint not be resolved and you wish to pursue the complaint further the Bonded Coach Holiday Group have an Alternative Dispute Resolution scheme and full details are available from BCH/CPT. Please contact them at, the Confederation of Passenger Transport, Fifth Floor South, Chancery House, 53-64 Chancery Lane, London. WC2A 1QS 12 our CoACHes-seAtinG ArAnGeMents We will always use our reasonable endeavours to provide a coach to the specification in our brochure or advert, but reserve the right to substitute an alternative vehicle should there be unforeseen circumstances. There is a seating plan but in some cases, operational reasons may require a coach with a different configuration. We reserve the right to alter a coach seating plan and allocate seats other than those booked. Single passengers may be required to share a double seat with other single passengers. When your booking is confirmed, you will be given a choice of seats that are available at that time. Specific seats will not be allocated on coaches operating a feeder service between joining points and main holiday departure points or on coaches that carry out transfers between airports, seaports etc. If you feel that you require two seats, then these must be purchased in advance at the time of booking. If you fail to do this and it transpires that the seat allocated is insufficient for your needs and the is no alternative seating available, then you will be refused access to the coach and any payments made will be liable to forfeiture. 13 HoteL FACiLities Some hotel facilities and entertainment may be withdrawn for routine maintenance or be subject to seasonal availability and provision of the facilities cannot be guaranteed. Single occupancy of rooms may be subject to a supplementary charge. 14 HeALtH AnD sAFetY In some foreign countries, standards of infrastructure, safety and hygiene may be lower than those to which we are accustomed in the UK. You should therefore exercise greater care for your own protection. There may be countries that we visit that have special medical requirements for tourists. These regulations are subject to change and our clients are responsible for complying with entry and current health requirements. If you are not sure of the health requirements for the country you are visiting, you are advised to check with your own GP before travelling. You are also advised to refer to the Department of Health leaflet “Health Advice for Travellers” Some people may be at risk from discomfort or deep vein thrombosis (DVT) if they remain immobile on a journey for a long period. If you are planning to undertake a journey of more than three hours, you should consult

your doctor, if you have ever had DVT, pulmonary embolism, a family history of clotting conditions, cancer or treatment for cancer, stroke, and heart or lung disease or If you have had major surgery in the past three months.

responsible for bringing with you the proper clothing and equipment, which we advise you about in our printed trip information. We want you to enjoy your holiday and will help you select an appropriate trip.

We reserve the right to refuse any booking in the absence of a doctor’s certificate confirming that you are fit to travel. Where we provide comfort stops you are encouraged to walk around. Exercise reduces any discomfort, which may be caused by periods of immobility.

We can only carry light weight 3-wheel scooters, these will need to be stowed by yourself. Please contact us with regard to our policy on wheelchairs and mobility scooters.

SMOKING is not allowed on our coaches (including ECigarettes) and we do not allow pets or any other animals, although we accommodate registered assistance dogs, but not on overseas holidays. 15 trAveL DoCuMents, itinerAries, PiCK-uP Points AnD PAssPorts For all Continental holidays, you will require a full 10year British Passport (machine readable) valid for the period required for the country or countries you are visiting. If you do not hold a full British Passport or you have any doubts about your status as a resident British subject, you must check with the Embassy or Consulates of the Countries to be visited to confirm the Passport or visa requirements when you book. We cannot accept responsibility if passengers are not in possession of the correct travel documents. For full details on passport requirements, please contact ‘the identity and passport service’ on 0300 222 0000 (www.direct.gov.uk)” You are responsible for ensuring you are at the correct departure point, at the correct time and with the correct documents we reserve the right to modify itineraries to conform with requests from competent authorities both within the UK and abroad. Excursions which are included in the cost of your booking are detailed on the brochure page and refunds will not be made for excursions not taken. Optional excursions booked and paid for in resort do not form part of your booking. Admission fees to buildings may not be included in the price of the holiday, please check. 16 sPeCiAL requests All special needs and requests should be entered on the booking form. These cannot be guaranteed except where confirmed as part of our holiday commitment to you and are detailed on your holiday booking confirmation. We are keen to ensure that we plan the arrangements for your holiday so that special needs and requests can be accommodated as far as possible. If you will need assistance, or may be unable to fully enjoy all aspects of your holiday you must tell us in advance so that we can maximise your enjoyment of the holiday. We will need to know if you will need special facilities in the hotel, taking part in the excursions or have difficulty boarding and travelling on the coach or other means of transport. Before booking your holiday, you should be sure that you and your party are both physically and mentally capable of completing the itinerary. If you need advice or further information, you or your booking agent should contact the Morpeth office on 01670 519952 or the Epsom office on 01372 310000. If you will require a special diet please tell us at the time of booking, or as soon as you are medically advised, together with a copy of the diet. 17 PAssenGers WitH DisABiLities We want everyone to enjoy our travel arrangements. We are happy to advise and assist you in choosing a suitable holiday. But, as some of the accommodation and resorts featured may not cater for even minor disabilities, it is important that, when booking, you advise us of any disability, specific need or complex need you may have and any special requirements that will make sure the holiday is suitable. If a passenger requires personal assistance (for example, assistance with feeding, dressing, toileting, mobilising) then this passenger must travel with an able-bodied companion or carer and written confirmation that such assistance will be provided for the entirety of the holiday is required at the time of booking. Coach Drivers/Tour Managers are unable to provide such assistance. iMPortAnt You must tell us if you have an existing medical condition, disability or complex need that may affect your holiday or other group members’ enjoyment of it, before you book your holiday. We reserve the right to request a doctor’s certificate confirming the passenger is fit to travel. If, in our reasonable opinion, your chosen holiday is not suitable for your medical condition or disability, we reserve the right to refuse your booking. You are

18 PAssenGer BeHAviour We want all our customers to have a happy and carefree holiday. You are responsible for your behaviour and hygiene and the effect it may have on others. If you or any other member of your party is abusive, disruptive or behaves in a way that could cause damage or injury to others or affect their enjoyment of their holiday or which could damage property, we have the right to terminate your contract with us and we will have no further liability or obligation to you. If you are refused boarding on the outward journey we will regard it as a cancellation by you and we will apply cancellation charges. If the refusal is on your return journey, we have the right to terminate the contract with you. We also request that mobile telephones are not used on the coach save for exceptional circumstances, any music/games/sounds should be silent mode or whilst wearing headphones. 19 trAveL insurAnCe We strongly advise that you take out personal travel insurance for the trip. We have arranged comprehensive travel insurance with Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited, which is outlined below. You must advise us of details of the insurer and the emergency assistance company providing cover and the policy number and 24 hour contact number. The insurance should cover medical and repatriation costs, personal injury, loss of baggage and cancellation charges. If you do not have adequate insurance and require our assistance during your holiday, we reserve the right to reclaim from you any medical repatriation or other expenses which we may incur on your behalf which would otherwise have been met by insurers. You must advise us if you use an alternative insurer, the policy number and 24 hour contact number. 20 LuGGAGe Please restrict your luggage to a suitcase weighing no more than 23 kgs per person. We cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage to luggage unless through our negligence. Please do not leave valuable items in your suitcase when left on the coach. 21 DAtA ProteCtion ACt We retain your full contact details and other information in secure files and electronic storage facilities. We may use this information to contact you by mail, telephone or electronic means. We must pass your information on to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements and we take full responsibility for ensuring that proper measures are in place to protect your information. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons or suppliers. Your data controller is Gardiners NMC Limited. 22 Driver/CreW GrAtuities We do not include gratuities in the price of your tour. Should you feel you have received a level of service that deserves rewarding, please feel free to do so in person with the driver/crew member. 23 sCooters/WHeeLCHAirs For passengers with mobility issues we are happy to carry fold away walking aids/wheelchairs. We will also carry lightweight 3 wheel mobility scooters, however, due to Health and Safety you may be required to load/unload the scooter from the coach without the assistance of the driver. Alternatively, you may be able to hire a scooter in the resort. 24 CHiLD PriCes Child prices are based on two adults sharing one room with children. 25 triP ADvisor Hotel scores are to be used as a guideline only all scores were correct at time of print. PuBLiCAtion DAte This Trading Charter was printed on 10th October 2017.

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