GN Voyages
2016
Escorted Holidays
Rail • Air
GN Voyages
19 Years of Quality Travel - 1997 to 2016
Dear ‘voyager’ I am delighted to present you this unique selection of escorted
v22-12
Rail Travel with GN Voyages
Flight options and holidays by air also available
holidays by rail and air. From the The Riviera of Flowers to Maranello -
CHAMPAGNE CHECK-IN (ST PANCRAS ONLY )
home of Ferrari sport cars, we will take you to must see destinations
The grandeur of St Pancras’ famous Champagne Bar is the perfect place to begin your holiday with a glass of bubbly, or alternative non-alcoholic beverage - included in selected holidays in this brochure - see the itinerary.
and events rarely offered by other holiday companies. Did you notice GN Voyages on the front cover? This is a new addition to GN Holidays’ portfolio, introduced to distinguish our Escorted Holidays & Cruises from our UK holiday programme. This is purely a ‘cosmetic’ enhancement, any bookings you make will still be with GN Holidays and fully protected by our ABTA and ATOL bond. We’ve been in business since 1997, so you can rest assured our holidays come with plenty of experience and know how. We are passionate about what we do and we believe in quality, personal service and value for money. You’re in safe hands too, as all our holidays are fully bonded and protected against financial loss, so you can book with confidence that your money is safe. Not all holiday companies can provide this guarantee, but we are pleased to say that peace of mind is part of the package at GN Holidays with every aspect of your holiday managed by us - something you don’t get with D.I.Y travel. With our Rail Holidays the journey is as important as the final destination, an experience to satisfy your spirit of adventure, without challenging your survival skills. If you’re not content with just lazing
ST PANCRAS PRE & POST DEPARTURE HOTELS For your comfort and convenience we can arrange overnight hotels near St Pancras station before and after your holiday. Hotels range from 2 to 4 star. Please call for availability and prices.
EBBSFLEET DEPARTURES
EUROSTAR & EUROPEAN TRAINS
Selected departures can also be joined at Ebbsfleet (see itineraries). Note: Due to timetable restrictions, on some departures you may need to travel unescorted on Eurostar before joining the escorted main group in Lille, Paris or Brussels. The inbound Eurostar may also be unescorted. A supplement may also apply to these departures.
From London St Pancras, Eurostar takes as little as 1 hour 40 minutes to Lille and around 2 hours 15 minutes to Brussels and Paris. At these cities we connect with the European rail network including the TGV for southern France, Thalys & Intercity for northern Europe, and the Thello sleeper train for Italy. Plenty of time is allowed to ensure onward trains are boarded comfortably and at a relaxed pace, or an overnight stay en route may be included for your comfort and enjoyment. On board the Eurostar you will have a reserved, semi-reclining aircraftstyle seat. You’ll also find a buffet car serving hot & cold beverages and snacks. Sterling, Euros and cards accepted. You can eat and drink in the bar area (standing space only) or take your purchases back to your seat. You can also take your own food and drink on board. European trains are modern and comfortable with a range of facilities depending on route and destinations.
around the pool or hiding away for a quiet read this selection of holidays is definitely for you. Stunning scenery, history, culture, fun and lasting memories are the order of the day - albeit at a relaxed pace with all the organising and arrangements taken care of by us and your experienced Tour Manager. We look forward to welcoming you on board.
Perry Mahoney GN Holidays & GN Voyages Founder & Managing Director
Booking is easy - call. .
01895 83 33 33 and quote the holiday code We are open 09.00 to 17.30hrs Monday to Friday 09.30 to 12.30hrs Saturdays
More holiday details online. .
www.gnvoyages.co.uk Email: info@gnvoyages.co.uk
All prices are per person and based on 2 persons sharing the included accommodation, single accommodation available for a supplement, and were correct at time of printing. All holidays are organised and operated by GN Holidays/GN Voyages, 3 Station Approach, Higher Denham, Uxbridge UB9 5EL, ABTA Y0291 & ATOL9362 protected.
ST PANCRAS DEPARTURES Departure times range from early morning to mid afternoon (see itinerary), with check-in closing at least 1 hour before the train departs - exact times confirmed to us 8 weeks before travel. Champagne check-in opens 2 hours before departure. Please bear this in mind when planning your journey to St Pancras.
TRAVEL & LUGGAGE There are no actual luggage weight restrictions imposed by the rail companies. However, for your comfort and convenience we recommend you limit your luggage to the following: ONE main suitcase/holdall with built in WHEELS weighing no more than 15 to 20kgs per person - Plus ONE small shoulder bag/holdall per person. Restricting the bulk of your luggage to manageable sizes will make the journey more enjoyable. You will need to move all your own bags on and off trains and between platforms and transfer vehicles. Our tour manager will be unable to provide physical assistance with luggage. On TGV trains, you may be allocated seats on the the upper floor, which means you would have to carry your bags upstairs. Many train stations and platforms are big and long, sometimes with stairs or escalators. Some stations have lifts, but using them can involve a longer walk, so be prepared for this when walking with your luggage.
LUGGAGE HANDLING (FROM ST PANCRAS ONLY ) On some holidays we offer optional, full, or partial, luggage handling on and off trains and through the stations (see itineraries). Maximum 23kg per bag, 1 bag per person.
IMPORTANT Please Help us to Help You In our experience, clients who discuss with us their concerns over mobility limitations and/or health issues (including visibility, hearing etc) when booking, are far more satisfied with the level of service we provide and enjoy a more relaxed and fun holiday, compared to those who attempt to cope without the benefit of our expert advice. We must stress that in our experience these holidays are not suitable for users of mobility scooters, wheelchairs or walking aids (frames, sticks, etc).
2
www.gnvoyages.co.uk
Riviera of Flowers, Monaco & Portofino
BY RAIL v16-02
Portofino
SEMI-ALL-INCLUSIVE
Free Drinks Champagne check-in
8 Days from £899pp DATES - PRICES - CODES
This super holiday, taking in the French and Italian Rivieras, starts with a glass of Bubbly at St Pancras’ famous Champagne Bar (from Ebbsfleet on request) before boarding the Eurostar to Lille or Paris. After an overnight stay, we continue by TGV train to Nice and onward coach to the Italian Riviera. On the Riviera enjoy free drinks every night and visits to Monaco & Eze, Portofino & Dolceacqua. By train to Nice via Lille or Paris After our private Champagne check-in at St Pancras, our Tour Manager - with you throughout the holiday - will escort you to the Eurostar departure gates where we check-in and pass through customs and security, ready to board the early afternoon train to Lille or Paris. The journey time is around 90 minutes to Lille, 2hrs 10mins to Paris. On arrival we transfer to our hotel for an overnight stay. The evening is free to explore at leisure and obtain dinner. The next morning we join the TGV for our journey to Nice. On board the TGV, settle in to your comfortable seat and relax as the French countryside rolls past the windows. The train has a buffet car where you can obtain drinks and refreshments as we speed south. Making the most of the Riviera On arrival in Nice, we board our coach for the drive (around 90 mins) to our hotel, on the Italian Riviera of Flowers. You will have time to settle in before dinner at the hotel. During your stay there will be time to explore the resort at your own pace and our included excursions will ensure you enjoy the best of the French and Italian Rivieras. The Rock of Monaco
Itinerary: Day 1: Eurostar to Lille or Paris Champagne check-in at St Pancras before an afternoon departure by Eurostar to Lille or Paris (from Ebbsfleet on request). Transfer to our overnight hotel. This evening you are free to explore the city and savour one of the many good restaurants in the centre. Day 2: Diano Marina/Alassio Depart the hotel to join an earlymorning TGV to Nice. On arrival we meet our coach and drive to Diano Marina/Alassio and check-in at the Hotel. Dinner and free drinks at the hotel. Day 3: Diano Marina/Alassio Free day to enjoy the resort. Dinner and free drinks at the hotel. Day 4: Monaco & Eze After breakfast join our included excursion to Monaco and Monte Carlo where you can enjoy the architecture, including the Casino and the Royal Palace and marvel at the prices in the designer shops and boutiques. We then continue to Eze, home to the famous Fragonard perfumery, perched like an eagle’s nest on a rocky peak overlooking the Mediterranean. Return to the hotel late afternoon. Dinner and free drinks at the hotel. Day 5: Diano Marina/Alassio Today is free to explore on your own or your Tour Manager will be able to assist with local travel by bus to San Remo. Dinner and free drinks at the hotel. Day 6: Portofino After an early breakfast we will travel by coach to Santa Margherita, where we Dolceacqua
join the ferry to Portofino. The approach to Portofino by boat is spectacular with coastal views not available by other transport. We return to the hotel late afternoon. Dinner and free drinks at the hotel.
16 September
£999pp
RF9-5
Day 7: Dolceacqua
22 September
£999pp
RF9-6
Today we have a half day excursion to Dolceacqua, a medieval village at the foot of the Rebuffao mountains. Here you can meander through the village streets and climb to the 12th century castle, or cross the single-arch bridge to the 15th century ‘new’ town. Dinner and free drinks at the hotel. Day 8: To London Depart the hotel after breakfast for the drive to Nice Station. We board the TGV to Lille or Paris where we transfer to Eurostar for the return to St Pancras (to Ebbsfleet on request). We expect to arrive mid-evening. Note: Order of excursions are subject to change depending on local conditions. Your hotel Paris/Lille: 2/3-star hotel
2016 28 April
£949pp
RF4-3
19 May
£999pp
RF5-5
29 May
£999pp
RF5-4
4 June
£999pp
RF6-2
28 September
£999pp
RF9-7
14 October
£949pp
RF10-2
DEPOSIT: £150pp INCLUDED: • Escorted throughout • Champagne Check-in at London St Pancras - 1 glass of Champagne or alternative non-alcoholic drink • Return Eurostar & TGV rail travel London St Pancras to Nice (from Ebbsfleet on request). • 1 night hotel B&B in Paris or Lille • 6 nights sharing a twin/double room at a 3-star hotel, Diano Marina with buffet breakfasts & dinners and free drinks 6pm
Piccolo Hotel - 3-star - Diano Marina Set in a quiet location within walking distance of the sea and centre of Diano Marina, the hotel has a panoramic terrace and restaurant and a comfortable bar. All bedrooms have en-suite facilities, telephone, and satellite TV. The restaurant offers a full buffet breakfast and dinner served at your table. There’s free drinks between 6pm and 11pm each night including local brands of beer, wine and spirits.
to 11pm every night - local brands of beer, wine & spirits • Excursions as stated • All transfers abroad ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: • Single room supplement £130 • Pre/post departure overnight hotel near London St Pancras - 2 to 4-star options - call for availability and prices
Eze
The Piccolo Hotel - inset roof terrace view
Call 01895 83 33 33 09.00 to 17.30hrs Monday to Friday - 09.30 to 12.30hrs Saturdays • Email: info@gnvoyages.co.uk
3
4-Star Nice Carnival, Menton Lemon Festival & Monaco
BY AIR v07-07
A Lemon Festival display
4 Days £499pp
The Nice Carnival parade continues into the evening
DATES - PRICES - CODES
This super holiday takes in the French
Itinerary:
atmosphere of the city where, as this is
Riviera’s
Day 1: UK to Nice
they will burn the ‘King of the Carnival’
Monaco. Nice Carnival is the most
Check-in at your selected airport for the
and have a firework finale.
popular winter event on the French
flight to Nice. Transfer to your hotel on
premiere
Carnivals
and
Riviera. Sleepy Menton bursts into a riot of colour with its huge citrus display garden. We stay at the 4-star Mercure Promenade des Anglais, ideally located
2016 26 February - Tour NC2 -2 DEPOSIT: £150pp
arrival. Free time in the resort to explore
Day 4: Nice to UK
at leisure. Your Tour Manager will be on
After breakfast we check-out of the
hand at the hotel during the evening
hotel and, depending on your flight
with local information and suggestions
departure time, transfer to Nice airport
to help you make the most of your stay.
for the flight home.
from a choice of UK airports to Nice
Day 2: Monaco & Menton
Note: Order of events/excursions may
- see below (supplement may
This morning, with the tour manager,
be subject to change.
apply)
INCLUDED: • Escorted throughout in Nice • Return flights with hand luggage
on the legendary Promenade des Anglais and just a few minutes from the airport and town centre - the Grand
we take the coastal train to Monaco Flower Parade passes directly in front of
• 3 nights B&B sharing a twin/double
where we have a short sight-seeing tour
Your hotel
by foot. We will then continue to
Mercure Nice Promenade des Anglais
Menton by train where you can visit the
- 4-star - Nice
citrus display gardens with giant,
The 4-star Mercure Nice Promenade des
artistic displays made from citrus fruits.
Anglais is situated at the top of the
Return to Nice by train, and enjoy the
Promenade des Anglais overlooking the
Parade of Lights.
sea in the heart of Nice and just 750
Day 3: Nice Carnival
metres from the old town. The hotel has
Today is free to explore Nice. During
stunning contemporary rooms all with
the afternoon there will be a Grand
en-suite facilities, air conditioning,
Flower Parade along the Promenade
satellite tv, wifi, and tea and coffee
des Anglais, you will be able to view this
making facilities. The hotel also has a
principality is warm and welcoming to
parade from the hotel as it is directly on
peaceful courtyard, with views of the
visitors with both affordable eateries
the parade circuit. In the evening we
city, garden or sea. There are plenty of
and glamourous hotspots to choose
join the closing festivities in Nice,
restaurants, cafes, shops and bars in the
from.
during which we enjoy the carnival
vicinity.
the hotel. A visit to Monaco is entertainment in itself! Constantly simmering in artistic excitement, this never-never-land set lives in continual motion and ooses wealth and oppulence with many extraordinarily rich people who like to flaunt their wealth with super-cars and yachts which barely venture out of the harbour.
Despite
this,
the
tiny
Monaco’s famous harbour
room at the 4-star Mercure Nice Promenade des Anglais • Return rail travel to Monaco & Menton • Entrance to Menton’s citrus display garden • Transfers from airport to hotel on arrival and departure ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: • Single room supplement £190
FLIGHT INFORMATION & OPTIONS Heathrow / Gatwick / Luton / Liverpool • Flights are possible from these airports with a choice of airline and several outbound and inbound time combinations to suit your preference. All are subject to availability at time of booking and some may have a supplement. • All flights include 1 carry on bag per person - exact weight and size subject to airline restrictions. Hold luggage may also be included with some airlines, or can be added for a supplement. • Flight time around 2 hours each way departure and return times will vary depending on the route. • Please call us on 01895 83 33 33 to discuss your flight requirements.
Mercure Nice, Promenade des Anglais
4
www.gnvoyages.co.uk
The Best of Tuscany
BY RAIL v14.01
Ponte Vecchio, Florence
San Gimignano
SEMI-ALL-INCLUSIVE
Free Drinks
8 Days £999pp
Pisa
DATES - PRICES - CODES
Ebbsfleet on request) by Eurostar to Lille or Paris, continuing by TGV train to Nice. Transfer to our overnight hotel. Day 2: Montecatini Terme After breakfast we depart the hotel by coach and drive to Montecatini Terme. Check-in to our hotel for the next six nights. The rest of the day is at leisure. Dinner and free drinks at the hotel. Tuscany is certainly one of the most beautiful regions in Italy. This holiday takes in Florence, Siena, Lucca, San Gimignano and Pisa - a rich selection that make Tuscany one of the most popular destinations in the world. Also famous for Chianti, we have an included wine tasting, and a visit to a local producer of olive oil. We stay in a 4-star hotel in the stunning spa town of Montecatini Terme with free drinks every night. We travel by Eurostar and TGV train to Nice, where we stay overnight, either in the city or a near-by resort. We continue the next day by coach along the coastal route of the Italian Riviera to our base for the next six nights, Montecatini Terme. This Roman Spa town is situated in the heart of the region within easy reach of Florence, Siena, Lucca, Pisa and San Gimignano. The town is filled with spas, shops, bars and cafes with interesting buildings on every corner. Just above the town is Montecatini Alto, a medieval town filled with interesting shops and has views over the stunning Tuscan landscape. Itinerary Day 1: London to Nice Morning departure from St Pancras (from Florence
Day 3: Florence Today we travel by train to Florence where you will have a walking tour of the main sights of the city. You will then be free to explore the city on your own and visit some of the remarkable Museums and Palaces. We return to the hotel in time for dinner and free drinks. Day 4: Siena We travel by coach to the UNESCO World Heritage medieval city of Siena. We will have a guided tour to include the Piazza Il Campo famous for its annual horse race held in the square, followed by time to enjoy this stunning city at your own pace. We return to the hotel in time for dinner and free drinks. Day 5: San Gimignano Travel by coach to San Gimignano a UNESCO World Heritage site and an important town in the middle ages due to its position on a trade route. Known as the ‘Town of Fine Towers’ due to its resident families each building one bigger and better than the others as a sign of power and wealth, 14 of the 72 towers still remain! With winding streets and hilltop location it is a like stepping back in time. After free time we taste some of the local Montecatini Terme
wines before retuning to the hotel in time for dinner and free drinks.
2016
Day 6: Pisa & Lucca
14 May
£999pp
Tour FP5
30 August
£999pp
Tour FP8
Today we visit the nearby cities of Pisa and Lucca. We return to the hotel in time for dinner and free drinks. DEPOSIT: £150pp
Day 7: Montecatini Terme Free day in Montecatini, you may like to travel up the Alto to the medieval town or visit one of the natural spas. Dinner and
INCLUDED: • Escorted throughout
free drinks at the hotel. • Return Eurostar & TGV rail travel
Day 8: Nice to London After an early breakfast we depart the
London St Pancras to Nice (Ebbsfleet
hotel by coach and return to Nice. On arrival we take a late morning train to Paris or Lille, continuing by Eurostar to London
departures on request) • 1 night hotel B&B in or near Nice
St. Pancras (Ebbsfleet on request). We outbound
expect to arrive late evening. Note: Order of excusions subject to
• 6 nights sharing a twin/double room at
change. either the Hotel Boston or da Vinci with
Your hotels Nice area: 2-3 star hotel.
buffet breakfasts & dinners and free
Hotels Boston & Da Vinci - 4 star Montecatini Terme Both the Boston and Da Vini Hotels are 4star and set in the heart of Montecatini
drinks 6pm to 10pm every night - local brands of beer, wine & spirits • Excursions as stated
within easy access of local cafes, bars and shops. The hotels share a rooftop
• All transfers abroad
swimming pool with wonderful views over the town. The bedrooms are en-suite, with air conditioning, hair dryer, Satellite TV,
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: • Single room supplement - £150
and telephone. Breakfasts and dinners are served buffet style and there is a free bar
• Pre/post departure overnight hotel
each evening from 6pm to 10pm offering a
near London St Pancras - 2 to 4 star
selection of local brands of soft drinks, options - call for availability and prices
house wines, beer and spirits. Siena
Lucca
Call 01895 83 33 33 09.00 to 17.30hrs Monday to Friday - 09.30 to 12.30hrs Saturdays • Email: info@gnvoyages.co.uk
5
Puglia - ‘Trulli’ the Caribbean of Europe
BY RAIL OR AIR v10-02
Alberobello - Trulli Houses
Lecce
Stay in a Trulli House
10 Days from £1399pp DATES - PRICES - CODES
Puglia, situated in the heel of Italy, has been described as the Caribbean of Europe due to its relaxed atmosphere, crystal clear blue sea and white sandy beaches. What separates this holiday from others is that we stay in traditional Trulli houses in Alberobello. With their distinctive conical roofs, white exterior and, of course, modern hotel comforts, this is a unique way to enjoy a true flavour of Puglia. From here we discover breath-taking scenery on included excursions taking-in Lecce, Matera, Martina France, Grotto di Castellano, Ostuni, Castel del Monte and Trani. Itinerary: Day 1: London to Milan Check-in at St Pancras or Ebbsfleet for an early morning departure to Paris. In Paris we transfer to the Gare de Lyon station and join our TGV train to Milan or Turin where we spend our first night. Alternatively fly from the UK to Milan (see flight options) where you will transfer to the hotel. Day 2: Milan - Bari - Alberobello Morning transfer to the station where we join the fast train to Bari. On arrival we transfer by coach to Alberobello where we check into our traditional Trulli houses, our home for the next sevennights. Dinner in the Trulli Village. Day 3: Alberobello Free day in Alberobello, so unique it has been designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The famous peasant houses, constructed from the local limestone in a dry stone fashion with conical roofs, attract visitors eager to Matera
stroll around the narrow streets, visiting the myriad of shops, bars and restaurants looking for those wonderful photo opportunities. Dinner in the Trulli Village. Day 4: Matera & Martina Franca We join our coach and travel to Matera, a UNESCO protected town. Originally a slum, sat on a ridge with deep canyons on either side, the town is made up of caves which have been beautifully constructed into homes and hotels. This afternoon we visit the historic centre of Martina Franca, a maze of tiny streets and white buildings. Martina Franca is a must see stop for all visitors to the region. Dinner in the Trulli Village. Day 5: Lecce Today we visit Lecce, known as the ‘Florence of the South’. Originally a baroque town, sculpted out of the local sandstone, it is now a mixture of designer shops, quaint little bars & cafes and historic squares. Dinner in the Trulli Village Day 6: Grotto di Castellano & Ostuni This morning we visit Grotto di Castellano the largest network of underground caves in Italy. We see impressive stalactite and stalagmite formations formed in the limestone. This afternoon we visit the historic town of Ostuni, seen as the crown of Puglia, based high on a hill top overlooking the region. Dinner in the Trulli Village. Day 7: Castel del Monte and Trani We join our coach and travel to the medieval Castel del Monte (Castle of the Mountain). Known for being an amazing piece of architecture for the period and stands out due to its octagonal towers Trani
and shape. This afternoon we visit the fishing town of Trani. Dinner in the Trulli Village.
2016 18 April
£1399
PG4-3
9 May
£1399
PG5-1
Day 8: Alberobello
16 May
£1399
PG5-2
Today is free in Alberobello, your tour manager will be on hand with ideas for further exploration. Dinner in the Trulli Village. Day 9: Alberobello – Bari – Milan
12 Sept
£1399
PG9-1
This morning we join the coach and travel to Bari to take the train to Milan arriving early evening. Here we check into our hotel and will have free time to obtain dinner. Day 10: Milan - Paris - London Morning train from Milan to Paris Gare de Lyon Station and transfer to Gare du Nord station to take the Eurostar to London St Pancras or Ebbsfleet. Alternatively transfer from the hotel in Milan to Milan airport for the return flight to the UK. Note: Order of excursions subject to change depending on local conditions. Your hotels Milan hotels: 2/3-star Trulli Houses - 3-star - Alberobello In the heart of the UNESCO protected town of Alberobello The Trulli Houses give the chance to stay in these unique historic buildings, carefully refurbished and furnished according to the tradition of the small and unique town, lying on the Valle d’Itria hills. With attention to comfort and refinement, all the en-suite rooms are nicely furnished and equipped with air-conditioning, TV and mini bar. The restaurant serves quality cuisine with flavours of the region.
A Trulli House bedroom
20 Sept
£1399
PG9-2
3 October
£1399
PG10-4
13 October
£1399
PG10 - 5
DEPOSIT: £200pp
INCLUDED: • Escorted throughout • Return rail travel from London St Pancras (Ebbsfleet on request) via Eurostar, TGV and EuroStar Italia trains, or retrun flight from UK to Milan - Supp’t may apply (see flight options below) • 1 night hotel B&B sharing a twin/double room in Milan outbound • 7 nights half-board sharing a twin/double room in a Trulli House in Alberobello • 1 night hotel B&B sharing a twin/double room in Milan enroute home • Excursions as stated • All transfers abroad ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: • Single room supp’t £180 • Pre/post departure overnight hotel near London St Pancras - 2 to 4-star options - call for availability and prices
FLIGHT INFORMATION & OPTIONS Edinburgh / Gatwick / Luton / Heathrow / Stansted Return flights are possible from these airports direct to Milan Malpensa Airport. On arrival private transfer to the overnight hotel in Milan. Flights are subject to availability at time of booking and a supplement may apply. Includes 1 carry-on bag and 1 checked in bag per person. Transfer time from Milan Airport to the hotel is approximately 45 minutes. Please call us on 01895 83 33 33 to discuss your flight requirements.
6
www.gnvoyages.co.uk
Rivers, Boats & Trains of the Dordogne
BY RAIL v10-02 La Roque Gageac
6 Days from £699pp
Truffadou Railway In the heart of France, the Dordogne
amongst the houses. Also close to the
region has so much to offer with a
church you will find a tropical style
stunning scenic railway, picturesque
garden which has been made possible
castles, beautiful rivers, and medieval
due to its sheltered situation below the
hilltop towns. We stay in the centre of
cliffs. Here we board a traditional flat
the famous town of Perigueux, and
bottomed sailing boat for a cruise along
include
taking-in:
the Dordogne. In this 55 minute cruise
Rocamadour, perched on a hilltop
you will see stunning scenery, villages
overlooking the Dordogne river; the
and castles. This afternoon we travel to
picturesque Truffadour railway; the
Lascaux
beautiful village of La Roque Gageac
underground caves which we travel
with a cruise on the Dordogne on a
through by boat and on foot. Dinner at
pilgrimage site for medieval pilgrims and is still visited by thousands of people every year. Here we will have time to visit the delight’s of the town as well as soak up the views over the region before travelling to Martel for our journey on Le Truffadou railway. The railway is named after its original cargo of truffles, which the region is famous for. This round trip takes you through tunnels cut into the cliffs eighty metres above the Dordogne river giving breath taking views around every corner. Dinner at the hotel
traditional flat bottomed boat; and
the hotel.
Day 5: Free day in Perigueux
Lascaux
Day 3: Perigueux
Today is free to relax in Perigueux. There will also be the option to visit a local vineyard at extra cost.
excursions
to
visit
the
stunning
to
visit
the
stunning
underground caves.
Today is free to explore the town of
Itinerary:
Perigueux. This old Roman town is a
Day 1: London to Perigueux
delight to visit and every Saturday and
Check-in at St Pancras for a morning
Wednesday it is taken over by the
departure by Eurostar to Lille where we
farmers market which offers tables full
transfer platforms our onward train to
of the gastronomical delights of the
Angouleme. On arrival we transfer by
region. You may also like to visit the
coach to our hotel the Ibis Styles
cathedral with domes compared to that
Perigueux Trelissac in the picturesque
of St Mark’s in Venice, or the Roman
town of Perigueux. Dinner at the hotel.
remains. Alternatively you could join
Day 2: La Roque Gageac to Lascaux What better way to start a holiday on the Dordogne than with a visit to one of France’s most beautiful villages situated on the banks of the Dordogne, La Roque Gageac. Here you can see the traditional yellow houses with the Perigord roofs, you will also find a number of larger mansions hidden
the small road train which will take you
Day 6: Perigueux to London Depart the hotel after breakfast and travel by coach to Angouleme where we take the train to Lille. We continue by Eurostar to St Pancras arriving early evening. Note: Order of excursions are subject to change depending on local conditions.
DATES - PRICES - CODES 2016 11 May
£699
DG5-2
13 July
£699
DG7-2
14 Sept
£699
DG9-2
DEPOSIT: £150pp INCLUDED: • Escorted throughout • Return rail travel from London St Pancras (from Ebbsfleet on request) to Angouleme • 5 nights sharing a twin/double room at the Ibis Perigueux Centre Hotel • 5 breakfasts • 5 dinners • Excursions as stated including the boat trip , the caves and a trip on the Truffadou railway
Your hotels • Transfers abroad ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
(payable locally). We return to our hotel
Ibis Perigueux Centre Hotel - 3-star Perigueux: Situated on the banks of the River Isle,
for dinner.
and a short walk from the Cathedral
• Single room supplement £130
Day 4: Rocamadour & Truffadou
and the centre, the bedrooms have
Railway
modern furnishings and are en-suite
This morning we travel to one of the most famous villages of the region, Rocamadour. Situated high above the Dordogne this town was a major
with a bath or shower, hair dryer, LCD
near London St Pancras - 2 to 4-star
TV, air-conditioning, and telephone. The
options - call for availability and
around all the highlights of the town
• Pre/post departure overnight hotel
hotel has free wifi and a restaurant with prices
terrace. Perigueux Market
Truffadou Truffadou Railway Railway
Rocamadour
Gabares a voile boat
Call 01895 83 33 33 09.00 to 17.30hrs Monday to Friday - 09.30 to 12.30hrs Saturdays • Email: info@gnvoyages.co.uk
7
Monte Carlo ATP Masters Tennis Qualifiers
BY AIR v02-12
Monaco
SEMI-ALL-INCLUSIVE
Free Drinks
5 Days from £699pp
Monte Carlo Country Club
DATES - PRICES - CODES
Join us to see the world’s top tennis
location for the opening day of tennis
bars, cafes and shops. The hotel is
players at one of the world’s most
for the 2016 ATP Monaco Masters.
situated on the seafront and offers a
stunning sporting venues - Monte
Return to our hotel by coach for
wellness centre, private beach, bar
Carlo Country Club, which hosts the
dinner and free drinks.
and restaurant. All rooms are en-suite
ATP Rolex Masters tournament on open
air
clay
courts
Mediterranean sea.
by
the
We stay in a
and have private balconies, airDay 4: Monte Carlo Masters
conditioning,
We travel by coach to Monte Carlo
satellite
TV
and
2016 7 April
£699pp
MQ4
DEPOSIT: £150pp INCLUDED:
hairdryers. • Escorted throughout
super 4 star hotel, with free drinks
and take our seats for the second day
every night, on the Italian Riviera
of tennis. Return to the hotel for
near Monaco and include 2 day
dinner and free drinks.
seated tickets for the opening,
Day 5: Bordighera to UK
a choice of UK airports to Nice - see
Depart the hotel after breakfast for
flight information box (supplement
qualifying rounds.
• Return flights with hand luggage from
Fly from regional airports - Gatwick,
the drive to Nice Airport where we
Luton, Stansted, Bristol, Liverpool
check in for the return flight to the
and Edinburgh - to Nice, and
UK.
continue by coach to Bordighera just over the border in Italy.
may apply)
• 4 nights sharing a twin/double room at
Note: Order of excursions are subject
The Parigi Hotel
to change depending on local conditions.
Itinerary: Day 1: UK to Bordighera
Your hotel
Check in for your flight at your
4-star - Hotel Parigi, Bordighera
chosen airport. On arrival in Nice, join
Run by the Sattanino family, the
the transfer to your hotel. Dinner and
Hotel Parigi, famous since the early
free drinks at the hotel.
1900s as the choice of royalty, offers a
Day 2: Bordighera
rich variety of services introduced
Free day to enjoy the resort and nearby towns. Dinner and free drinks
over the years to satisfy evolving holiday styles. Bordighera is a charming
at the hotel.
seaside
resort
with
stunning views on all sides, on a clear Day 3: Monte Carlo Masters
day you can see Monte Carlo. Less
We travel by coach to Monte Carlo
commercial than other resorts along
and take our seats in this stunning
the coast and a large selection of
The Rock of Monaco
Bordighera
FLIGHT INFORMATION & OPTIONS Heathrow / Gatwick / Luton/ Stansted / Liverpool / Edinburgh
buffet breakfasts & dinners and free drinks 6pm to 11pm every night - local brands of beer, wine & spirits
• Flights are possible from these airports with a choice of airline and several outbound and inbound time combinations to suit your preference. All are subject to availability at time of booking and some may have a supplement. • All flights include 1 carry on bag per person - exact weight and size subject to airline restrictions. Hold luggage may also be included with some airlines, or can be added for a supplement. • Flight time around 2 hours each way departure and return times will vary depending on the route. • Please call us on 01895 83 33 33 to discuss your flight requirements.
Monte Carlo Masters
8
the 4-star Parigi Hotel, Bordighera with
• Excursions to Monaco on 2 days, including seated tickets for the ATP Masters Tennis
• All transfers abroad ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS:
• Single room supplement £60
Monaco
www.gnvoyages.co.uk
A Taste of the French Riviera
BY RAIL v15-01
Monaco
4-Star Central Hotel
5 Days from £599pp
Ile Sainte Marguerite
DATES - PRICES - CODES
Come with us to one of the most
our home for the next four nights.
Your hotels
photographed coastlines in the world,
Day 2: Cannes
Best Western Cannes Riviera - 4-star
home to the glitz and glamour of
Today is at leisure in Cannes. Our Tour
Located in the heart of Cannes, a short
celebrities, Cannes Film Festival and the
Manager will be on hand with help and
walk from the seafront. The Hotel
Monaco Grand Prix. Many people think
ideas for further exploration.
Cannes has all the refinement, serenity
the cost of the French Riviera is out of
Day 3: Monaco & Monte Carlo
and efficiency expected of a 4-star
their league but this holiday takes in all the sparkle and grandeur without the need of a film-star salary. We travel by
Today we visit Monaco by train which includes a visit to Casino Square where you can see the famous casino and
Eurostar to Paris or Lille where we
enjoy a drink at the Cafe de Paris - the
transfer to the TGV for our journey to
perfect spot to see an almost constant
Cannes, our base for the next four-
parade of glamorous cars (and people).
nights from where we will be visiting
For those who wish you may like to
Monaco, Monte Carlo and travel by boat
disembark the return train in Nice for a
to Sainte Marguerite island.
visit before returning to Cannes.
Itinerary
Day 4: Cannes & Boat Trip to Ile
Day 1: Eurostar to Cannes
Sainte Marguerite
Early morning departure from St
This morning we travel by boat to the
Pancras or Ebbsfleet by Eurostar to Paris
island of Sainte Margurite a stunning
or Lille. Transfer to our TGV train to the
island just 2 square miles in size, and a
South of France. On board settle in to
short boat ride from Cannes. This is
2016 04 May - TourTR5-1
£649
22 May - Tour TR5-2
£649
2 June - Tour TR6
£599
11 Sept - Tour TR9-1
£599
or shower, telephone, satellite TV, air
25 Sept - Tour TR9-2
£599
conditioning, minibar, room safe, hair
DEPOSIT: £150pp
hotel. All rooms are en-suite with bath
dryer and Internet. The restaurant serves a full breakfast buffet with a
INCLUDED:
choice of hot and cold dishes and there is a cosy bar. The hotel has an rooftop swimming pool and terrace and a wellness centre.
• Escorted throughout • Return Eurostar & TGV rail travel London St Pancras or Ebbsfleet to Cannes • 4 nights sharing a twin/double room at the 4-star Best Western Cannes Riviera in Cannes • Excursions as stated
your comfortable seat and relax as we
where the man (or woman) in the Iron
pass through serene landscapes before
mask was imprisioned in the fort in the
encountering the alluring scenery of
17th century, the subject of the famous
the Cote d’Azur - yacht-filled harbours,
Alexandre Dumas novel.
beaches, rocky inlets and millionaires'
Day 5: Cannes to London
villas. The train has a buffet car where
After breakfast we check out of the
you can obtain refreshments. Our
hotel and join the TGV train for the
destination is Cannes, the region’s most
return journey to London or Ebbsfleet
chic resort with the beautiful Croisette
via Paris or Lille. We anticipate arriving
near London St Pancras - 2 to 4- star options - call for availability and
on the doorstep of the hotel. On arrival
at St Pancras by mid-evening.
we will walk the short distance to our
Note: Order/times of events/excursions
hotel (our luggage will be transported),
may be subject to change.
TGV train on the Mediterranean coast
Cannes
• Transfers in France • Return boat trip to Sainte Marguerite Island ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: • Single room supplement - £116 • Pre/post departure overnight hotel
prices
Monaco Harbour
Cannes
Call 01895 83 33 33 09.00 to 17.30hrs Monday to Friday - 09.30 to 12.30hrs Saturdays • Email: info@gnvoyages.co.uk
9
The 10th Monaco Historic Grand Prix & Portofino
BY RAIL v26-11
Portofino
SEMI-ALL-INCLUSIVE
Free Drinks Champagne check-in
8 Days £1099pp This super holiday taking in the Monaco Historic Grand Prix and the Italian Riviera, starts with a glass of Bubbly at St Pancras (Ebbsfleet departures on request) before boarding the Eurostar to Lille or Paris. After an overnight stay, we continue by TGV train to Nice and coach to Diano Marina. On the Riviera enjoy Free Drinks every night, grandstand tickets for the Historic Grand Prix, and visits to Portofino & Dolceacqua. The 10th Monaco Historic Grand Prix This bi-annual extravaganza, celebrating its 10th edition in 2016, is run on the famous Formula 1 course with rare and famous Grand Prix cars dating from the 1940s to 1980s. In contrast to its modern day counterpart, held two weeks later, the Grand Prix de Monaco Historique is far more relaxed, friendlier and accessible. You can get close to cars and drivers on a stroll through the paddock – definitely off limits at the F1 GP, and you’ll have plenty of elbow room in the grandstand too – we include a seated ticket on final race day. Many of our clients have visited both events, but none were interested in going back to the future the historique event was their overwhelming favourite. Historic Grand Prix Movie Experience a taste of the atmosphere and action at the Grand Prix de Monaco Historique by watching our specially commissioned film shot at the 2014 event – you can view on our website homepage www.gnvoyages.co.uk By train to Nice via Lille or Paris After our private Champagne check-in at St Pancras we board the early TGV train on the Mediterranean coast
afternoon Eurostar train to Lille or Paris. On arrival we transfer to our hotel for an overnight stay. The evening is free to explore at leisure and obtain dinner. The next morning we board the TGV train and head effortlessly south through serene landscapes before encountering the alluring scenery of the Cote d’Azur - yacht-filled harbours, beaches, rocky inlets and millionaires' villas. Our destination is Nice, the region’s capital, nicknamed Nice la Belle which means Nice the Beautiful. Itinerary Day 1: Champagne check-in at St Pancras before an afternoon departure by Eurostar to Lille or Paris (Ebbsfleet departures on request). Transfer to our overnight hotel. This evening is free. Day 2: : Depart the hotel to join an earlymorning TGV to Nice. On arrival we meet our coach and drive to Diano Marina and check-in at the Hotel. Dinner and free drinks at the hotel. Day 3: Free day to enjoy Diano Marina. Dinner and free drinks at the hotel. Day 4: After an early breakfast we will travel by coach to Santa Margherita, where we join the ferry to Portofino. The approach to Portofino by boat is spectacular with coastal views not available by other transport. We return to the hotel late afternoon. Dinner and free drinks at the hotel. Day 5: Today is free to explore on your own or your tour manager will be able to assist with local travel by bus to Alassio or San Remo. Dinner and free drinks at the hotel. Day 6: Today is race day for the Monaco Historic Grand Prix. Travel by coach to Diano Marina
DATES - CODES
Monaco before taking your seat for the race. Return to Diano Marina by coach.
May 10, 2016
Dinner and free drinks at the hotel.
DEPOSIT: £200pp
GP5 - 8
Day 7*: Today we have a half day excursion to Dolceacqua, a medieval
INCLUDED:
village at the foot of the Rebuffao
• Escorted throughout
mountains. Here you can meander • Champagne Check-in at London St
through the village streets and climb to the 12th century castle, or cross the
Pancras - 1 glass of Champagne or
single arched bridge with a span of 33
alternative non-alcoholic drink
metres to the 15th century ‘new’ town.
• Return Eurostar & TGV rail travel
Dinner and free drinks at the hotel.
London St Pancras to Nice (Ebbsfleet
Day 8: Depart the hotel after breakfast
departures on request)
for the drive to Nice Station. We board
• 1 night hotel B&B in Paris or Lille
the TGV to Lille or Paris where we transfer to Eurostar for the return to St. Pancras (Ebbsfleet on request). We expect to arrive mid-evening. Note:
Order
and
times
outbound • 6 nights sharing a twin/double room in 3-star hotels in Diano Marina with buffet
of
events/excursions may be subject to
breakfasts & dinners and free drinks 6pm
change.
to 11pm every night - local brands of
Your hotels in Diano Marina
beer, wine & spirits
10 May
Hotel Raffy - 3 star
This hotel is set in quiet locations within walking distance of the sea and the
• Grandstand seated ticket for Historic Grand Prix Race day • Excursions as stated
centre of Diano Marina. The restaurant offer a full buffet breakfast and dinner
• All transfers abroad
served at your table, and free drinks
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS:
between 6pm and 11pm each night
• Single room supplement at £135pp
including local brands of beer, wine and spirits. All bedrooms have en-suite
• Pre/post departure overnight hotel
facilities, telephone, and satellite TV.
near London St Pancras - 2 to 4 star
Paris/Lille: 2-3 star hotel.
options - call for availability and prices
Monaco Historic GP Grandstand
See the movie at
www.gnvoyages.co.uk
“We so enjoyed going to the paddock and
speaking to the drivers.... a very worthwhile trip, thank you”
10
www.gnvoyages.co.uk
Bavaria’s Mad King & Sound of Music Country
BY RAIL v19-08
Neuschwanstein Castle
Salzburg
7 Days from £899pp DATES - PRICES - CODES Bavaria is one of Germany’s most
Chiemsee. On arrival check into our hotel
Sound of Music movie. Dinner in the hotel.
picturesque and fascinating regions with
situated in the heart of the town built on
Day 6: Munich
an abundance of natural treasures and a
the shores of Lake Chiemsee. Dinner in the
richness of history. From our hotel by Lake
hotel.
Chiemsee in Bavaria we visit: Munich; ‘Mad’
Day 3: Herrenchiemsee Island & Palace
King
Ludwig’s
famous
castle
Neuschwanstein - inspiration for Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Castle and his
Royal
Palace of Herrenchiemsee - a Palace of Versailles replica on an island in Lake Chiemsee; and Oberammergau. We also cross the border into Austria to visit its lake district and Salzburg - settings for The Sound of Music movie. Itinerary:
and join our train for the journey to Munich. In just over 1 hour we are in the
This morning we walk to the shore of Lake Chiemsee and take a boat ride to Herrenchiemsee Island and King Ludwig II’s Palace. The island is 2 square kilometres and has spectacular views over the lake.
Champagne check-in at St Pancras before an afternoon departure by Eurostar to Paris (from Ebbsfleet on request). Transfer to our overnight hotel. This evening you are free to explore the city and savour one of the many good restaurants in the centre. Day 2: Paris to Prien am Chiemsee Depart the hotel to join a morning TGV
centre of the city, known as the ‘Heart of Bavaria’. Highlights of the city include the back to the ne-Gothic period, the ‘English
We will have time to visit the palace and explore the Island before returning to Prien
parks, or you may like to visit the
am Chiemsee by boat. Dinner in the hotel.
Augustiner Brewery. Dinner at the hotel.
Day
Day 7: Prien am Chiemsee to London
4:
Neuschwanstein
Castle
&
Morning train from Prien Am Chiemsee to
This morning we depart by coach to one of
Paris, continuing by Eurostar to London St
the most spectacular sights Bavaria has to
Pancras (Ebbsfleet on request) where we
offer. The Neuschwanstein Castle. Here we
expect to arrive in the evening.
have a tour of this fantastic castle where we discover more about the troubled, King
10 May
MU5
£949 £949
14 June
MU6
13 Sept
MU9
£949
4 October
MU10
£899
DEPOSIT: £150pp
Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall) dating Garden’ which is amongst Europe’s biggest
Oberammergau
Day 1: London to Paris
This morning we walk to the train station
2016
Note: Order of excursions subject to
INCLUDED: • Escorted throughout • Return rail travel from London St Pancras (Ebbsfleet on request) to Bavaria • 1 night hotel B&B sharing a twin/double room in Paris outbound
change depending on local conditions.
• 5 nights half board sharing a
Your hotels
twin/double room at the Bayerischer
suspicious circumstances. Afterwards we
Paris hotel: 2/3-star
Hof Hotel, Prien am Chiemsee
travel to the small Bavarian town of
Bayerischer Hof Hotel - 3-star - Chiemsee
Ludwig II, and see around this extravagant folly, only completed after his death in
train to Stuttgart where we change onto
Oberammergau, famous for its painted
the fast Eurocity train to Prien Am
houses, wood carving shops and Passion Play performed by the locals every ten years. Dinner in the hotel. Day 5: Salzburg & The Lake District Today we travel by coach the short distance across the Austrian border to Salzburg where we have a morning visit of
This family-run hotel offers a comfortable stay where the staff and owners go out of
• Excursions as stated • All transfers abroad
their way to make guests feel at home. Situated in the heart of the town, close to the railway station, and within easy access of Lake Chiemsee. All the en-suite rooms are nicely furnished and equipped with a French
this enchanting city. Afterwards we have a
Balcony, safe, minibar, TV and complimentary
scenic drive by the nearby lakes including
wifi. The restaurant serves quality cuisine
Lake Wolfgangsee and Lake Mondsee,
with flavours of the region. The hotel also
which were used in several scenes in the
boasts a Finnish sauna and a roof terrace.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: • Single room supp’t £120 • Pre/post departure overnight hotel near London St Pancras - 2 to 4-star options - call for availability and prices
Neues Rathaus, Munich
Mirabell Gardens, Salzburg Herrenchiemsee Palace
Location for filming of the song ‘Do Re Mi’
Call 01895 83 33 33 09.00 to 17.30hrs Monday to Friday - 09.30 to 12.30hrs Saturdays • Email: info@gnvoyages.co.uk
11
Harz Mountains and Railways
BY RAIL v28-08
Harz Railway
7 Days from £899pp
Wernigerode
DATES - PRICES - CODES Brocken Railway
Germany’s Harz Mountains, known to be the home of fairytales and the inspiration for the Grimm stories, offers stunning
Today we travel by coach to Wernigerode a
Day 6: Optional excursion to Kassel
stunning town filled with half-timbered
Free day in Braunlage. Alternatively you
houses, quaint shops, bars and cafes and a
may like to join the optional excursion to
stunning gothic town hall. We have time to
Kassel, the town famous for being the
enjoy and soak up the atmosphere of this
home town and inspiration of the Brothers
town before boarding the train for our
Grimm (subject to minimum numbers).
journey on the Brocken steam narrow
Day 7: Harz - London
gauge railway, which is said to be the only
After breakfast we check-out of the hotel
way to see the Harz Mountains. Return to
and board our train to Brussels to connect
the hotel by coach in time for dinner.
with our Eurostar to Ebbsfleet or London St
Day 3: Braunlage
Pancras.
Today is at leisure in Braunlage to enjoy the
Note: Order of excursions subject to
facilities at the hotel or enjoy walks and the
change depending on local conditions. Your hotels
the hotel.
Maritim Berghotel Braunlage - 4-star
peaks - a part of the world that needs to be
Day 4: Goslar
discovered. We travel by Eurostar, Thalys
Today we travel by coach to Goslar, ‘Queen
and intercity trains to our 4 star hotel in the
of the Harz’. Once a wealthy mining town
Harz National Park, our home for six nights,
and a favoured home for several Emperors
and
and
and now a UNESCO World Heritage site,
Wernigerode with included journeys on
filled with stunning houses, vibrant
visit
Goslar,
Quedlinburg,
the Brocken Steam Railway and Selketal
squares and historic streets. Return to the
Railway.
hotel by coach in time for dinner.
Itinerary:
Day 5: Quedlinburg
Day 1: London to Harz National Park
Today we travel by coach to Quedlinburg,
Depart London St Pancras or Ebbsfleet
the first capital of Germany, where King
early-morning on the Eurostar to Brussels,
Heinrich I was crowned in 919 AD and
arriving in just over 2 hours. Change trains
following his death, the town was ruled by
in Brussels and continue to Hanover where
women for the next 800 years. Another
we join our coach for the onward transfer
UNESCO site, rich in history and charm,
to Braunlage. Dinner in the hotel.
from here we enjoy a ride on the Selketal
Day 2: Wernigerode & Brocken Railway
Railway before returning to the hotel for
12
HZ4
£899
HZ6
£899
13 Sept
HZ9
£899
DEPOSIT: £150pp INCLUDED: • Escorted throughout
Pancras or Ebbsfleet to Hanover • 6 nights half board sharing a
The Maritim name is one that promises
twin/double classic rooms at the Maritim Berghotel Braunlage
quality and the 4 star Berghotel hotel is no exception. Situated on the edge of the Harz
• Excursions as stated
National Park and surrounded by forest it is an ideal location to relax and enjoy the area. All the en-suite rooms are nicely furnished and equipped with safe, minibar, TV and complimentary wifi. The restaurant serves quality cuisine with flavours of the region. The hotel also boasts a sauna, fitness room Maritim Berghotel Braunlage
• Rail journeys as stated • All transfers abroad ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: • Single room supp’t £84 • Pre/post departure overnight hotel near London St Pancras - 2 to 4-star options - call for availability and prices OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS: • Optional excursion to Kassel at £30 per person
dinner.
Goslar
12 April 14 June
• Return rail travel from London St
scenery of the Harz National Park. Dinner in
scenery, picturesque villages and soaring
2016
Quedlinburg
Harz National Park
www.gnvoyages.co.uk
Railways of the Rhine
BY RAIL v18-09
Wuppertal Suspension Railway
7 Days from £849pp
The Rhine Gorge
DATES - PRICES - CODES Discover the stunning scenery, romantic
via the stunning Ahr Valley to the hotel for
the hotel in time for dinner.
castles, lush vineyards and picturesque
dinner.
Day 7: Konigswinter - London
towns along the Rhine by rail, road and
Day 4: Rudesheim
After breakfast we check-out of the hotel,
We travel by train to Rudesheim, a
return to Cologne by coach and board our
river. Staying in a four star riverside hotel in Konigswinter, this holiday includes visits to Cologne, Rudesheim, and the Ahr Valley, a boat ride on the Rhine, a journey on the Cog Railway in Konigswinter and a trip on the Wuppertal suspension Railway.
RT4
£849
16 May
RT5
£889
12 June
RT6
£889
winemaking town in the Rhine Gorge and
train to Brussels to connect with our Eurostar to London St Pancras, arriving
10 Sept
RT9
£889
stroll down the famous Drosselgasse and
early evening.
6 October
RT10
£849
sample a Rudesheim coffee or visit
Note: Order of excursions subject to
Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Museum. We
change depending on local conditions.
Itinerary:
return to the hotel by train. Dinner in the
Your hotels
hotel.
Maritim Hotel Konigswinter - 4-star
Depart London St Pancras (Ebbsfleet on
Day 5: Wuppertal & Cologne
The Maritim name is one that promises
request) mid-morning on the Eurostar to
This morning we transfer by coach to
quality and the 4 star Konigswinter hotel is
Wuppertal where we board the suspension
no exception. Situated on the Rhine within
Change trains in Brussels and continue to
railway, an 8.3 mile journey around the city
walking distance of the railway station, and
Cologne where we join our coach for the
and the preferred mode of transport for
within easy access of the centre. All the en-
onward transfer to Konigswinter. Dinner in
the residents of Wuppertal as it works in all
suite rooms are nicely furnished and
the hotel.
weathers and is known locally as the ‘Steel
equipped with safe, minibar, TV and
Day 2: Konigswinter
Dragon’. Afterwards we travel by train to
complimentary wifi. The restaurant serves
Cologne for an afternoon at leisure to
quality cuisine with flavours of the region.
situated at the foot of the Drachenfels
enjoy this exciting city. Return by train to
The hotel also boasts a sauna, steam bath
Mountain; it is set between the Rhine
the hotel in time for dinner.
and swimming pool.
Valley and Siebengebirge - “Seven Hills”.
Day 6: Koblenz
This morning we travel on the Cog railway
This morning we board the train to
up the Drachenfels from where we can visit
Koblenz where we travel by cable car to
the castle ruins and have stunning views of
Ehrenbrietstein Fortress - the cable car
the Rhine. The rest of the day is free. Dinner
takes you high over the Rhine to the
in the hotel.
Ehrenbrietstein Fortress mountain station.
Day 3: Rhine River Cruise & Ahr Valley
The ride over the Rhine surely is among the
Today we join our ship and cruise through
greatest attractions in the area. Enjoy
the Rhine Gorge passing hill-top castles,
spectacular views and discover the
picturesque towns, vine-clad slopes and
wonderfully designed landscape garden
the famous Lorelei Rock. Return by coach
on the fortress plateau. Return by train to
DEPOSIT: £150pp INCLUDED:
Brussels, arriving in just over 2 hours.
The Rhine
1 April
a UNESCO world heritage site. You can
Day 1: London to Konigswinter
Today we spend the day in Konigswinter,
2016
Maritim Konigswinter
• Escorted throughout • Return rail travel from London St Pancras (Ebbsfleet on request) to Cologne • 6 nights half board sharing a twin/double classic room at the Maritim Konigswinter • Excursions as stated • Rail journeys as stated • All transfers abroad ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: • Single room supp’t £96 • Pre/post departure overnight hotel near London St Pancras - 2 to 4-star options - call for availability and prices
Konigswinter Cog Railway
Call 01895 83 33 33 09.00 to 17.30hrs Monday to Friday - 09.30 to 12.30hrs Saturdays • Email: info@gnvoyages.co.uk
Drosselgasse, Rudesheim
13
Cinque Terre, Portofino, Pisa & Lucca
BY RAIL / AIR v18-09
SEMI-ALL-INCLUSIVE
Free Drinks
8 Days from £899pp
Portofino
Vernazza - Cinque Terre
DATES - PRICES - CODES
Come with us to a corner of Italy that boasts ‘five lands’ and four wonderful towns. Cinque Terre, on Italy’s Liguarian coast, comprises five stunning fishing villages clinging to a dramatic coastline. Portofino oozes riviera style and Pisa and Lucca offer famous sights and charming hidden piazzas. We stay in the chic seaside resort of Rapallo and include free drinks every night and all excursions. We travel by Eurostar and TGV train to the capital of the Riviera – Nice, where we stay overnight either in the city or a near-by resort. We continue the next day by coach along the coastal route of the Italian Riviera to the Ligurian and Tuscan Rivieras. Our base for the next six nights is the renowned and popular town of Rapallo, known for its climate that made it a preferred residence for more affluent Italians. Portofino is a short boat ride from Rapallo; the world heritage Cinque Terre (Five Lands) is a stunning coastal train journey away; Pisa and Lucca are within easy driving distance. Itinerary: Day 1: UK to Nice Morning departure from St Pancras (from Ebbsfleet on request) by Eurostar to Lille or Paris, continuing by TGV train to Nice (flight options see lower right of page). Transfer to our overnight hotel in or near Nice. Day 2: Rapallo After breakfast we depart the hotel by coach and drive to the coastal
town of Rapallo arriving early-tomid-afternoon. Check-in to our hotel for the next six nights. The rest of the day is at leisure. Dinner and free drinks at the hotel. Day 3: Portofino After breakfast we walk to the jetty where we board the boat for the short cruise to Portofino. The approach to Portofino by boat is spectacular with coastal views not available by other transport. We return to the hotel late afternoon. Dinner and free drinks at the hotel. Day 4: Cinque Terre Today we walk to Rapallo train station where we board the train for the picturesque coastal journey to the higgledy piggledy towns that make up UNESCO and world famous Cinque Terre. We are free to visit the towns during the course of the day and in the mid-afternoon we board a boat for a view of the stunning coastline from the water. We return to the hotel by train during the afternoon. Dinner and free drinks included this evening. Day 5: Rapallo Today is free in Rapallo, you may like to take the vintage cable car up to the Santuario Basilica di Montallegro for stunning views over the area, visit the 16th Century castle or just enjoy a stroll along the seafront. Dinner and free drinks included this evening. Day 6: Lucca & Pisa Today we visit the two famous Tuscan cities of Pisa and Lucca. We
return to the hotel in time for dinner and free drinks. Day 7: Rapallo Today is free to enjoy the town of Rapallo. You may want to visit the Central Piazza Cile where you will find the weekly market. Dinner and free drinks included this evening. Day 8: To London After an early breakfast we depart the hotel by coach and return to Nice. On arrival we take a late morning train to Paris or Lille, continuing by Eurostar to London St. Pancras (Ebbsfleet on request); Or continue to Nice Airport for the return flight. Arriving late evening. Note: Order of excursions are subject to change depending on local conditions. Your hotel Nice area: 2/3-star hotel Hotel Giulio Cesare - 3-star Rapallo The Hotel Giulio Cesare is located in the elegant and peaceful town of Rapallo, a short walk from the beach and the centre. The hotel has a rooftop terrace with wonderful views. The bedrooms are en-suite, with air conditioning, hair dryer, Satellite TV, and telephone. Breakfasts and dinners are served in the restaurant and there is a free bar each evening from 6pm to 10pm offering a selection of local brands of soft drinks, house wines, beer and spirits. Hotel Giulio Cesare
2016 18 May
£899pp
RP5
09 June
£899pp
RP6
15 September £899pp
RP9
DEPOSIT: £150pp INCLUDED: • Escorted throughout • Return Eurostar & TGV rail travel London St Pancras to Nice (from Ebbsfleet on request) Flight options below • 1 night hotel B&B in Nice • 6 nights sharing a twin/double room at the Hotel Giulio Cesare (or similar), Rapallo with buffet breakfasts & dinners and free drinks 6pm to 10pm every night - local brands of beer, wine & spirits • Excursions as stated • All transfers abroad ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: • Single room supplement £144 • Pre/post departure overnight hotel near London St Pancras - 2 to 4-star options - call for availability and prices
FLIGHT INFORMATION & OPTIONS Edinburgh / Liverpool / Gatwick / Luton / Heathrow
Rapallo
14
Cinque Terre
View from the terrace
Return flights are possible from these airports direct to Nice Airport. On arrival private transfer to the overnight hotel in Nice. Flights are subject to availability at time of booking and a supplement may apply. Includes 1 carry-on bag and 1 checked in bag per person. Transfer time from Nice Airport to the hotel is approximately 30 minutes . Please call us on 01895 83 33 33 to discuss your flight requirements.
www.gnvoyages.co.uk
French Riviera & Monaco
BY RAIL v18-09
Port Grimaud
Champagne Check-in
7 Days from £849pp
Ile Sainte Marguerite
DATES - PRICES - CODES
Come with us to one of the most photographed coastlines in the world, home to the glitz and glamour of celebrities, Cannes Film Festival and the Monaco Grand Prix. Many people think the cost of the French Riviera is out of their league but this holiday takes in all the sparkle and grandeur without the need of a film-star salary. We start the week with a glass of Champagne at St Pancras then travel by Eurostar to Paris or Lille where we spend our first night. The next day we travel by TGV to Cannes which will be our base for the next five-nights from where we will be visiting St Tropez, Port Grimaud, Monaco & Monte Carlo and travel by boat to Sainte Marguerite island. Itinerary
destination is Cannes, the region’s most chic resort with the beautiful Croisette on the doorstep of the hotel. On arrival we will walk the short distance to our hotel (our luggage will be transported), our home for the next five nights. Dinner at the hotel. Day 3: Cannes & Boat Trip to Ile Sainte Marguerite This morning we travel by boat to the island of Sainte Margurite a stunning island just 2 square miles in size, and a short boat ride from Cannes. This is where the man (or woman) in the Iron mask was imprisioned in the fort in the 17th century, the subject of the famous Alexandre Dumas novel. Dinner at the hotel.
Day 1: Eurostar to Paris or Lille
Day 4: St Tropez & Port Grimaud
Champagne check-in at St Pancras before an afternoon departure by Eurostar to Paris or Lille (from Ebbsfleet on request). Transfer to our overnight hotel. This evening you are free to explore the city and savour one of the many good restaurants in the centre.
We join our coach and travel to St Tropez, once a sleepy fishing village now a meeting place for the rich and famous, with its must see harbour filled with supersized yachts, the charming Place des Lices, and the famous beaches lined with cafes and bars. This afternoon we travel to Port Grimaud, known as the ‘Venice of Provence’ a picturesque small town with canals and painted houses. We return to our hotel for dinner.
Day 2: Cannes Depart the hotel and and join an earlymorning TGV train to the South of France. On board settle in to your comfortable seat and relax as we pass through serene landscapes before encountering the alluring scenery of the Cote d’Azur - yacht-filled harbours, beaches, rocky inlets and millionaires' villas. The train has a buffet car where you can obtain refreshments. Our TGV train on the Mediterranean coast
Day 5: Monaco & Monte Carlo Today we visit Monaco by train which includes a visit to Casino Square where you can see the famous casino and enjoy a drink at the Cafe de Paris - the perfect spot to see an almost constant Cannes
parade of glamorous cars (and people). For those who wish you may like to disembark the return train in Nice for a visit before returning to Cannes. Dinner at the hotel. Day 6: Cannes Today is at leisure in Cannes. Our Tour Manager will be on hand with help and ideas for further exploration. Dinner at the hotel.
2016 25 May - Tour CD5 7 June - Tour CD6-3 13 Sept - Tour CD9-3 20 Sept - Tour CD9-4
£849 £879 £879 £879
DEPOSIT: £150pp INCLUDED: • Escorted throughout • Champagne Check-in at London St
Day 7: Cannes to London
Pancras - 1 glass of Champagne or
After breakfast we check out of the hotel and join the TGV train for the return journey to London (to Ebbsfleet on request) via Paris. We anticipate arriving at St Pancras International by mid-evening.
alternative non-alcoholic drink
Note: Order/times of events/excursions may be subject to change.
• Return Eurostar & TGV rail travel London St Pancras to Cannes (from Ebbsfleet on request) • 1 night hotel B&B in Paris or Lille • 5 nights half-board sharing a twin/double room at the 4-star Eden Hotel in Cannes
Your hotels
• Excursions as stated
Paris/Lille hotel: 2-3 star hotel
• Transfers in Paris
Eden Hotel - 4-star - Cannes
* 22nd September 2015 departure
Located in the heart of Cannes, on the rue d’Antibes, 150m from the famous Croisette, the Eden Hotel has all the refinement, serenity and efficiency expected of a 4-star hotel. All rooms are en-suite with bath or shower, telephone, satellite TV, air conditioning, minibar, room safe, hair dryer and free Internet. The Akwaba restaurant serves a full breakfast buffet with a choice of hot and cold dishes and there is a cosy bar. The hotel has an indoor swimming pool and a roof terrace with pool (open mid-April to October). Monaco Harbour
will be staying at the 4-star Best Western Hotel Cannes Riviera, full details can be found on our website. ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: • Single room supplement - £150 • Superior rooms with balconies and sea glimpses in Cannes available at a supp’t - on request basis only • Pre/post departure overnight hotel near London St Pancras - 2 to 4- star options - call for availability and prices
St Tropez
Call 01895 83 33 33 09.00 to 17.30hrs Monday to Friday - 09.30 to 12.30hrs Saturdays • Email: info@gnvoyages.co.uk
15
The Monaco Yacht Show and French & Italian Rivieras
BY RAIL v04-12
Monaco Yacht Show
Monaco Palace
SEMI-ALL-INCLUSIVE
Free Drinks Champagne check-in
7 Days £1099pp DATES - CODES
The Monaco Yacht show is the most anticipated in the Yachting calendar, the most prestigious event of its type with over 500 companies exhibiting every year. Held in Port Hercules in the Principality of Monaco you can wander round 120 one off superyachts, talk to the designers, builders and manufacturers, see the unveiling of new Yachts for 2017. Supported by Prince Albert II of Monaco and often visited by him and other celebrities, you never know who you might bump into! This super holiday, taking in the French and Italian Rivieras, starts with a glass of Bubbly at St Pancras’ famous Champagne Bar (from Ebbsfleet on request) before boarding the Eurostar to Lille or Paris. After an overnight stay, we continue by TGV train to Nice and onward coach to the Italian Riviera. The holiday includes an excusrion to Monaco with a €150 per person day ticket to the Monaco Yacht show, visits to Cannes and Dolceaqua, and a 5 night stay in a 4star hotel in the glamorous Italian resort of San Remo, a charming seaside resort, known as Italy’s Monte Carlo and the ‘City of Flowers’. It boast stunning views on all sides, a large selection of bars, cafes and shops, it has it’s own casino and is a town know for its splendor and Grandeur an ideal location for this festive holiday.
Itinerary Day 1: Eurostar to Lille or Paris Champagne check-in at St Pancras before an afternoon departure by Eurostar to Lille or Paris (from Ebbsfleet on request). Transfer to our overnight hotel. This evening you are free to explore the city and savour one of the many good restaurants in the centre. Day 2: San Remo Depart the hotel to join an earlymorning TGV to Nice. On arrival we meet our coach and drive to San Remo and check-in at the Hotel. Dinner with wine at the hotel. Day 3: Monaco Yacht Show Today we travel by coach to Monaco where you can enjoy the architecture, including the Casino and the Royal Palace and marvel at the prices in the designer shops and boutiques.before visiting the Yacht Show with a full day ticket to the exhibition. Dinner with wine at the hotel. Day 4: San Remo .Free day to enjoy the area around the hotel. Dinner with wine at the hotel. Day 5: Cannes Today we travel by coach to the stunning coastal town of Cannes, famous for its glitz and glamour. We return to the hotel late afternoon. Dinner with wine at the hotel. San Remo
Day 6: Dolceacqua Today we have a half day excursion to Dolceacqua, a medieval village at the foot of the Rebuffao mountains. Here you can meander through the village streets and climb to the 12th century castle, or cross the singlearch bridge to the 15th century ‘new’ town. Dinner and wine at the hotel. Day 7: To London Depart the hotel after breakfast for the drive to Nice Station. We board the TGV to Lille or Paris where we transfer to Eurostar for the return to St. Pancras (Ebbsfleet on request). We expect to arrive mid-evening. For those travelling by air a transfer will be made to Nice Airport. Note: Order and times of events/excursions may be subject to change.
September 26, 2016
MY9
DEPOSIT: £150pp INCLUDED: • Escorted throughout • Champagne Check-in at London St Pancras - 1 glass of Champagne or alternative non-alcoholic drink (rail travel only). • Return Eurostar & TGV rail travel London St Pancras to Nice (Ebbsfleet departures on request) • 1 night hotel B&B in Paris or Lille (train) or Nice (air) outbound • 5 nights sharing a twin/double room in 4-star Hotel Paradiso in San Remo with buffet breakfasts & dinners and 1/4 of
Your hotels 4-star - Hotel Paradiso, San Remo The Hotel Paradiso, is set in a quiet area of San Remo within easy walking distance of the center of the town. It has its own private beach, bar and restaurant. All rooms are en-suite and have private balconies, air-conditioning, satellite TV and hairdryers. Full details of the hotels can be found on our website. Paris: 2-3 star hotel.
house wine with dinner • €150 Euro per person ticket for the Monaco Yacht Show • Excursions as stated • All transfers abroad ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: • Single room supplement at £135pp • Pre/post departure overnight hotel near London St Pancras - 2 to 4 star options - call for availability and prices
Hotel Paradiso
Cannes
16
www.gnvoyages.co.uk
Spectacular Corsica
BY RAIL v22-12
Calvi
Bastia
Corsica is one of those undiscovered places that appears French but feels different from the mainland in everything from customs to cuisine, language and character, and this is where its appeal lies. Forget swanky resorts like Nice and Cannes, here you find unsurpassed natural beauty. Jutting out into the Mediterranean like an impregnable fortress, Corsica has astounding geographical diversity. Within half an hour, the landscape can change from glittering bays, glitzy coastal cities and fabulous beaches to jagged peaks with breathtaking valleys, dense forests and enigmatic hilltop villages. The scenery that unfurls along the island’s winding roads is spellbinding. And everything in Corsica moves at a relaxed pace. It definitely is a place waiting to be discovered. We travel by Eurostar direct to Marseille where we stay overnight. The next day we transfer to Toulon to board the ferry for our sailing to Corsica.
Itinerary: Day 1: London to Marseille Early morning departure from London St Pancras (from Ashford on request) direct to Marseille where we transfer to our overnight hotel. Free time in Marseille area. Day 2: Bastia, Corsica In the morning transfer to the Toulon ferry terminal to take an morning sailing to Bastia or Ile Rousse, Corsica. Transfer and check-in to your hotel in Calvi. Dinner at the hotel. Day 3: Bastia – Cap Corse After breakfast we depart for Bastia, this Genoese city clings to the mountain facing the Tuscan coast and is full of Mediterranean charm. We take a tour of the city by land-train
and see streets lined with tall houses, colourful facades, the Town Hall, St Nicolas square, the market place, the old port, the café terraces. After some free time we continue to Cap Corse, north of Bastia, a narrow peninsula full of small marinas, ancient wine terraces, golden beaches and sheer cliffs. We will see Pietranera Miomo with its Genoese tower on shale cliffs above a pebble beach; Erbalunga, a picturesque fishing village popular with painters; Santa Severa, Col St Lucia where the view of the Golf of Aliso is superb; Pino, a village built on the cliffs above the sea; Nonza and its slateroof houses, perched on a sheer rock. We also will stop at Patrimonio to taste the famous wines of Cap Corse. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon. Dinner at the hotel.
Day 6: Scala di Santa Regina – Calacuccia – Corte
Day 4: Calvi
Day 7: Calvi
Full day at leisure. Dinner at the hotel.
At leisure in the resort – dinner at the hotel.
Day 5: St. Florent – Calvi – Balagne – Île Rousse
Day 8: Cargèse – Creeks of Piana – Porto – Spelunca Gorge – Évisa – Aïtone Forest
After breakfast we depart for St-Florent. This small fishing village is now a highly-rated resort with its marina, sidewalk cafés and Genoese citadel. Continue to the Agriates desert – an amazing sunburnt landscape of stony hills covered with scrub. We return to Calvi for free time to stroll through the streets of the Genoese citadel or to explore the marina and its huge bay with five miles of sandy beaches surrounded by mountains. We then continue to Balagne, the “garden of Corsica”, populated by old villages on rocky outcrops or hidden in narrow valleys. Surrounded by orchards and olive groves, these villages have kept their traditional style – Calenzana in its olive grove, Zilia and its Lunghignano water-source known throughout Corsica. We will visit an oil mill during the excursion, then Sant Antoninu, Aregno and Corbara to arrive at Île Rousse with free time in the town of Pasquale Paoli: see the Marinella market with 21 columns and a beautiful promenade by the sea and Paoli square lined with plane trees. Late afternoon we return to the hotel. Dinner at the hotel.
After breakfast we drive to the Golf of Porto, a Unesco World Heritage Site, with red granite cliffs, deep blue sea and the famous Creeks of Piana with their granite sculptures. In the afternoon we travel to the hinterland of the Golf of Porto and the Spelunca Gorge. See Évisa, a village surrounded by chestnut trees before passing through the forest of Aïtone with its pine, larch and beech trees. Return to hotel. Dinner at the hotel.
After breakfast we depart for the valley of Golo and Ponte Leccia, a famous rail and road junction in High-Corsica. We continue to Niolu, a land for mountaineers and shepherds, with rugged gorges of the Scala di Santa Regina, and make a stop at Calacuccia in the highest valley of the island to see the dam lake and the magnificent peaks of Niolu. We then drive to Corte, built on a rocky outcrop with its old houses, where we have a tour by land train followed by free time. Depart for Venaco Vivario, a village dominated by the ruins of Fort Pasciolo, after which we return to the hotel for dinner.
Day 9: Toulon After breakfast we check-out of the hotel and drive to the port of Basia or Ile Rousse and take the day ferry to Toulon, on arrival we transfer to our hotel in Marseille area. Day 10: Marseille to London After breakfast we transfer to Marseille Station to take the train to London via Paris or Lille. We expect to arrive mid to late evening. Note: Order of excursions may be subject to change. Direct train to Marseille is subject to Eurostar keeping the current timetable.
10 Days from £1299pp DATES - PRICES - CODES 2016 11 June £1349 Tour CR6 10 Sept £1349 Tour CR9-2 1 Oct £1299 Tour CR10-2 DEPOSIT: £200pp INCLUDED: • Escorted throughout • Eurostar rail travel London St Pancras to Marseille (from Ashford on request) and return TGV to Paris or Lille and Eurostar to London • 2 nights B&B in Marseille area on outbound & the return • Return daytime ferry between Toulon and Bastia or Ile Rousse • 7 nights half board at the St Christophe Hotel, Calvi • Excursions as stated • All transfers abroad ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS • Single room supp’t £280 • Pre/post departure overnight hotel near London St Pancras - 2 to 4-star options - call for availability and prices Your hotel: Marseille hotel: 2/3-star Hotel Saint Christophe, Calvi Hotel Saint Christophe is a 3-star hotel ideally located in Northern Corsica’s magnificent port town of Calvi. Boasting breathtaking views of the Mediterranean, this modern and stylish hotel is conveniently set by the sea near a variety of attractions, restaurants and bars. Guestrooms have a balcony and are well equipped with en-suite bathroom, WiFi internet access, satellite TV, direct-dial telephone and minibar. Hotel amenities include an outdoor swimming pool and a lovely garden as well as a relaxing bar/lounge, a charming restaurant and dedicated staff ensuring that each and every guest enjoys a pleasant stay in Calvi.
Corsica’s unspoilt interior
St Florent
The Gulf of Porto
Call 01895 83 33 33 09.00 to 17.30hrs Monday to Friday - 09.30 to 12.30hrs Saturdays • Email: info@gnvoyages.co.uk
Hotel Sainte Christophe
17
The Riviera Express, Monaco & Portofino
BY RAIL OR AIR v06.01
Monaco
SEMI-ALL-INCLUSIVE
Free Drinks
6 Days £699pp DATES - PRICES - CODES
Travel by Eurostar to Paris, Lille or
Day 3: Diano Marina
Your hotel
Marseille where we join our TGV – the
Today is free to explore on your own or
Nice: 2/3-star hotel
French high speed train – to Nice for our
your Tour Manager will be able to assist
Moresco Hotel - 3-star - Diano Marina
first night.
the next day we visit
with local travel by bus to Alassio, San
Set in a quiet location within walking
Monaco before travelling by coach
Remo or Ventimiglia. Dinner and free
distance of the sea and centre of Diano
drinks at the hotel.
Marina, the hotel has a panoramic
(around 90 mins) along the Italian Riviera and our accommodationin the delightful
coastal town of Diano
Marino. Enjoy free drinks every night at
2016
terrace, restaurant and a comfortable Day 4: Portofino After an early breakfast we will travel by
facilities, telephone, and satellite TV.
coach to Santa Margherita, where we
The restaurant offers a full buffet
Monaco and Portofino as well as free
join the ferry to Portofino. The approach
breakfast and dinner . There’s free drinks
time to explore the resort at your own
to Portofino by boat is spectacular with
between 6pm and 11pm each night
pace.
coastal views not available by other
including local brands of beer, wine and
transport. We return to the hotel late
spirits.
RE6
31 August
£699pp
RE8
DEPOSIT: £150pp
INCLUDED: • Escorted throughout • Return Eurostar & TGV rail travel London St Pancras or Ebbsfleet to Nice, or return flights to Nice, options below • 1 night hotel B&B in Nice
afternoon. Dinner and free drinks at the
Day 1: Eurostar to Nice
£699pp
bar. All bedrooms have en-suite
the hotel and included excursions,
Itinerary:
27 June
hotel.
• 4 nights sharing a twin/double room at
Morning departure from St Pancras (from Ebbsfleet on request) by Eurostar to Paris,
Day 5: Diano Marinaa
the Piccolo Hotel, Diano Marina with
Marseille or Lille, continuing by TGV train
Today is free to explore on your own.
buffet breakfasts & dinners and free
to Nice, (flight options available - see
Dinner and free drinks at the hotel.
lower right of page). Transfer to our overnight hotel.
drinks 6pm to 11pm every night - local
Day 6: Diano Marina to London
brands of beer, wine & spirits
Depart the hotel after breakfast for the
Day 2: Monaco - Diano Marina
drive to Nice Station. We board the TGV
Depart the hotel and travel by coach to
to Lille or Paris where we transfer to
Monaco and Monte Carlo where you
Eurostar for the return to St Pancras (to
can enjoy the architecture, including
Ebbsfleet on request). We expect to
the Casino and the Royal Palace and marvel at the prices in the designer shops and boutiques. Contine by coach
arrive
mid-evening.
Moresco Hotel
• Excursions as stated Hotel Terrace
• All transfers abroad ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS:
Alternatively
• Single room supplement £100
transfer to Nice airport for our • Pre/post departure overnight hotel
afternoon flight to the UK.
to Diano Marina and check-in at the
near London St Pancras - 2 to 4-star
Moresco Hotel. Dinner and free drinks
Note: Order of excursions are subject to
at the hotel.
change depending on local conditions.
options - call for availability and prices
FLIGHT INFORMATION & OPTIONS
The Rock of Monaco
Edinburgh / Liverpool / Gatwick / Luton / Heathrow
Diano Marina
18
Portofino
Return flights are possible from these airports direct to Nice Airport. On arrival private transfer to the overnight hotel in Nice. Flights are subject to availability at time of booking and a supplement may apply. Includes 1 carry-on bag and 1 checked in bag per person. Transfer time from Nice Airport to the hotel is approximately 30 minutes . Please call us on 01895 83 33 33 to discuss your flight requirements.
www.gnvoyages.co.uk
Lake Bled’s Lights on the Lake – Slovenia
BY AIR v23-12
Bohinj Railway’s Solkan Bridge
Half Board
6 Days £749pp
Lake Bled Bled is one of the best kept secrets in Europe with a soaring vista of Alpine Peaks, surrounding the emerald green waters of the lake and the cliff side castle. The ‘Bled Days and Bled Night’ festival includes craft fairs, concerts and light shows, with the highlight being Bled Night when the lake glows with floating candles and the sky with fireworks. We also have a journey on the stunning Bohinj railway, visits to the medieval towns of Kamnik and Kranj and an afternoon in Ljubljana. Flying from a choice of UK airports to Ljubljana or Venice and staying in a four star hotel situated on the lakeside this is a holiday not to be missed. The Bohinj Railway - one of the great European railway journeys – winds its way from Lake Bled through the Julian Alps mountain region passing through gorges and ravines, alongside the Sava Bohinjka River, before entering the 6,339 metre Bohinj tunnel. The train emerges in the Soca Valley alongside the stunning turquoise blue water of the Soca River and crosses the world’s longest all masonry Solkan Bridge en route to Nova Gorica on the border with Italy. Built by the Austro-Hungarian empire to connect Vienna with the Adriatic Sea, the railway’s construction was likened to the feat of building the Suez Canal when it opened in 1906. Itinerary: DAY 1: UK to Lake Bled Join at your chosen airport for the flight
DATE - CODE
to Ljubljana or Venice – flight duration around 2 hours. Transfer to the Hotel Park in Bled. Dinner at the hotel.
DAY 5: Bled hotel.
21 July - Tour LB7-2
DAY 2: Bled This morning is free in Bled you may like to visit the arts and crafts fair taking place on the promenade. This afternoon we visit famous Bled castle where you will be enchanted by the dramatic views of the Lake and the history of the building. Dinner at the hotel. Afterwards we stroll to the lakeside for the Candles on the Lake and the firework display for the Lights on the Lake Festival.
DAY 6: Return to UK
DEPOSIT: £150pp
DAY 3: Ljubljana We continue by coach to Ljubljana Slovenia’s dynamic capital city, which has retained a relaxed small-town atmosphere. This picturesque and very vibrant city is full of surprises. We return to Bled. Dinner in the hotel. This evening you may like to go to the Castle Rock to watch the laser show. DAY 4: Bohinj Railway & Lake Bohinj This morning we transfer to Bled Station for our morning train journey along the famous and picturesque Bohinj Railway to Nova Gorica, stunning scenery around every corner. We disembark at Nova Gorica, known as the ‘Town of Roses’, situated on the border with Italy. This afternoon we travel to Lake Bohinj where it may be possible to take the cable car up to the summit of Mount Vogel (payable locally). Dinner in the hotel.
Today is at leisure in Bled. Dinner in the
2016
Check-out of the hotel after breakfast.
INCLUDED:
Transfer to the airport for the flight
• Escorted throughout
home.
• Return flights with luggage to
Note: Events subject to change by the
Ljubljana or Venice from a choice
organisers.
of UK airports including luggage supp’t may apply -see below
Your hotel Hotel Park - 4-star - Lake Bled The Hotel Park is located by the
• 5 nights stay at the 4 star Hotel Park
lakeshore and in the heart of Bled. The
• 5 breakfasts & 5 dinners
hotel's Park Restaurant and Cafe is the
• Excursions as stated
home of the original Bled cream cake,
• Train ticket from Bled to Nova
the popular dessert that Bled is renowned for far and wide. For relaxation, recreation and beauty, guests can take advantage of the large indoor swimming pool with heated
Gorica • Airport to hotel transfer on arrival and departure ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: • Single room supplement £100
thermal water. The top floor pool offers breathtaking views of the Bled Castle and island. There is a whirlpool and sauna next to the swimming pool; wellness services are available in the hotel's Thai Centre. Each room has a balcony, bathroom (shower or bathtub) and hairdryer, satellite TV, direct phone line, wireless, internet, safe and mini bar. The staff at this hotel go out of their way to ensure guests receive excellent service with a smile.
FLIGHT INFORMATION & OPTIONS To Venice from Gatwick & Manchester. To Ljubljana from Stansted & Luton. • Flights are possible from these airports. All are subject to availability at time of booking and some may have a supplement. • Flight time around 2 hrs each way • Flights include 1 checked in bag (usually no more than 20kgs) and 1 carry on bag per person - weight & size of each subject to airline restrictions. • Please call us on 01895 83 33 33 to discuss your flight requirements.
Ljubljana
Ljubljana
Hotel Park
Bohinj Valley
Call 01895 83 33 33 09.00 to 17.30hrs Monday to Friday - 09.30 to 12.30hrs Saturdays • Email: info@gnvoyages.co.uk
19
Brussels 20th Anniversary Carpet of Flowers & Bruges
BY RAIL v 21/05/15
The Carpet of Flowers
Belgium’s Carpet of Flowers Come with us to see Belgium’s Carpet of Flowers - set in the unique, ancient surroundings of the Grand-Place in Brussels. The beauty and diversity of the displays is truly magical. Our holiday starts with a glass of Bubbly at St Pancras’ famous Champagne bar before taking an early afternoon Eurostar direct to Brussels. We stay for 3 nights in a 4-star city-centre hotel and also visit the delightful city of Bruges. “Nowhere is the carpet more beautiful and distinguished than in the unique, ancient surroundings of the GrandPlace in Brussels”. The beauty and diversity of all these Carpets is largely due to their main component, the famous begonia. Chosen above other flowers for its qualities of robustness, resistance to bad weather and strong sunshine, the begonia guarantees the long life and freshness of the carpet. It also gives it a rich range of colours – from vivid primary hues to delicate pastel shades, interspersed with white flowers which reflect the light so well. Each carpet is an amazing work of art.
museums, beautiful parks, fascinating walks, trendy restaurants and bars. Bruges is one of Europe’s must-see medieval cities. Picturesque market squares, dreamy canals and boat trips and old period alms-houses all recall a world long since gone. To enjoy Bruges at its best we will stay late when the day trippers have mostly gone and when the many chimes of the abundant churches seep through the cobbled streets, and local boys cast fishing rods into willow-lined canals. Itinerary: Day 1: Eurostar to Brussels Join our champagne check-in at St Pancras’ famous Champagne Bar before departing on a mid-to-late morning Eurostar train to Brussels (from Ebbsfleet on request). On arrival we transfer to our hotel. Evening at leisure. Day 2: Brussels
DATES - PRICES - CODES
centre there is a mini-bus service (payable locally) that runs from the station to the centre.
2016
Day 4: Brussels to London
12 August - Tour CF8
Check out of the hotel after breakfast and take a late morning/early afternoon train to London St Pancras (to Ebbsfleet on request). We expect to arrive mid-tolate afternoon.
DEPOSIT: £100pp
Your hotel
• Champagne check-in at St
Husa President Park - 4-star -Brussels
Pancras International - 1 glass of
This hotel is centrally located in Brussels
Champagne or alternative non-
and is ideal for our tour. It is situated in
alcoholic drink
the
city’s
newest
business
and
administrative area and close to the all
INCLUDED: • Escorted throughout
• Return Eurostar from London St
the tourist attractions and major
Pancras (from Ebbsfleet on
shopping streets.
request) to Brussels Midi station
Brussels North station is only 5 minutes’
• 3 nights sharing a double/twin
walk giving direct access to the local
standard room at the 4-star Husa
services as well as international trains.
President Park Hotel
Full day in Brussels to visit the Carpet of Flowers and take in some of the traditional markets throughout the city centre that sell everything from arts & crafts to the famous mussels & oyster market in the Place Sainte-Catherine. Our Tour Manager will be on hand to help you make the most of the city.
Smoking/Non-smoking
Day 3: Bruges
available.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS:
Each morning there is a full American
• Single room supp’t £75
Brussels: Belgium’s capital is quickly becoming a trendy spot for weekend getaways and holidays. Apart from its famous chocolates and beers there are many attractions that most visitors cannot begin to imagine. It is a centre of European culture, officially nicknamed ‘the European Village’, with almost 90
Today we walk or take local transport to the station and travel to Bruges by train for our visit returning early evening. On arrival we will walk into the centre through the old cobbled streets, for those who want to be taken to the
Brussels’ famous Atomium
A Bruges carriage
20
4 Days £439pp
Bruges
Standard Rooms have a queen-size bed or twin beds, flat-screen TV, free wifi access, en-suite facilities with rain shower,
hairdryer,
wooden
floor
working
desk,
laptop
safe.
and
rooms
are
buffet breakfast served in the restaurant “les jardins de St-Roch”, with a view of the private garden. The hotel also offers a free shuttle service to the city centre.
Brussels’ ‘magic’ carpet
• 3 buffet-style breakfasts • Excursion by train to Bruges • Transfers from station to hotel on arrival and departure
• Pre/Post departure overnight hotel near St Pancras - call for information
Enjoy fresh seafood at one of Brussels popular oyster bars
www.gnvoyages.co.uk
Zundert Flower Parade & Antwerp
BY RAIL v13-08
Champagne Check-in
Zundert Zundert Flower Flower Parade Parade
4 Days £419pp
Zundert Parade
DATES - PRICES - CODES Zundert Flower Parade
and Flemish baroque buildings, as well
- Grandstand seating is available for a
Originating in 1936 as a celebration of
as being the home of Pieter Paul
supplement of £17.50pp. There will also
Queen Wilhelmina’s birthday at that
Rubens, northern Europe’s greatest
be free time to explore and join in the
time, the first parades were modest in
baroque artist. His studio in the city
festivities. We return to Antwerp during
size and mostly consisted of decorated
centre gives an insight into the painter’s
the evening.
bicycles and a single farmer’s cart.
personal life. The old city centre is built
Day 4: Antwerp to London
• Escorted throughout
Today, Zundert is home to the largest
around its impressive cathedral as well as having many tucked away delights in
Depart the hotel after breakfast to take a
• Champagne Check-in at London
Dahlia flower parade in the world entirely made by volunteers.
cobbled lanes and backstreets. Here you
Around twenty hamlets build the best
can find thousands of restaurants and
Champagne or alternative nonalcoholic drink
order to establish their name at the
designer boutiques and chocolate
afternoon.
parade. After a whole year of work and
outlets where Antwerpenaars enjoy
Note: Order of events/excursions may
preparations the parade is celebrated on
spending money.
be subject to change.
the
Itinerary:
September.
Everything is done by volunteers, even
Day 1: London to Antwerp
the cultivation of the dahlias. In order to
Champagne check-in at St Pancras
prepare the floats for the big parade,
before an afternoon departure by
hundreds of people join together. The
Eurostar to Brussels where we change
art of building the Zundert Parade floats
trains for the short journey to Antwerp.
has been passed down from generation
On arrival we transfer to the hotel.
to generation.
Evening at leisure.
INCLUDED:
London St. Pancras (to Ebbsfleet on
bars, antique shops, art galleries,
of
DEPOSIT: £100pp
St Pancras - 1 glass of
floats they can, using just Dahlias, in
Sunday
2 September - Tour DZ9
late morning/early afternoon train to
request). We expect to arrive mid-late
first
2016
Your Hotel The Ibis Antwerpen Centrum hotel or similar - 3 -star - Antwerp
• Return rail travel from London St Pancras (from Ebbsfleet on request) to Antwerp • 3 nights sharing a twin/double room at the Ibis Antwerpen Centrum Hotel - or similar • 3 buffet breakfasts
Located in the historical, cultural and commercial center of Antwerp, the hotel offers modern, completely renovated and air-conditioned rooms with free wifi. With its contemporary design, this
• Excursion to Zundert Flower Parade including reserved seating • Transfers from station to hotel on arrival and departure
On Sunday there are all kinds of music
Day 2: Antwerp
and theatre performances for your
Today is free to explore Antwerp - our
enjoyment.
and
Tour Manager will be on hand to help
restaurants join in with special offers
you enjoy the delights of Belgium’s
and activities.
second city.
away.
Antwerp
Day 3: Zundert Flower Parade
All the bedrooms have the new ‘Sweet
Belgium’s second largest city is a true
Today we travel by coach the short
Bed’ by ibis bedding, either as double or
architectural wonder, from the medieval
distance to the village of Zundert which
twin beds, desk, internet, parquet
• Pre/Post departure overnight
riverside fortress to modern waterfront
is just across the Dutch border. Here we
flooring, LCD flat screen TV with all the
hotel near St Pancras - call for
creations. Most distinctive are its Gothic
will have reserved tickets for the parade
best channels and en-suite bathroom.
The
local
bars
Antwerp
hotel is the ideal place to stay as the main shopping street, and the Rubens museum are just two minutes walk
OPTIONS: • Grandstand seating at Zundert - £20pp (subject to availability) ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: • Single room supp’t £ 84
information
Zundert Zundert parade parade
Call 01895 83 33 33 09.00 to 17.30hrs Monday to Friday - 09.30 to 12.30hrs Saturdays • Email: info@gnvoyages.co.uk
21
Lake Bled Castle & Christmas Markets – Slovenia & Austria
BY AIR v 16.12
Ljubljana
Half Board Plus
Lake Bled
5 Days £599pp DATES - PRICES - CODES
Christmas time at Lake Bled, Slovenia, is just magical - framed by the snow-capped peaks of the majestic Julian Alps, Bled is a dream location. Our hotel is on the Lakeside with a Christmas market situated outside - a perfect setting for this build up to Christmas. Highlights include: lunch in Bled Castle, perched atop a cliff 130 metres above the glacial lake with spellbinding views; the gingerbread factory in Radovljica; Ljubljana, Slovenia’s charming capital with its stunning Christmas market; and Klagenfurt Christmas Market in Austria. Itinerary:
which is famous for its Gingerbread factory and its ‘Christmassy feel’. We have time to visit the gingerbread shop before travelling to Klagenfurt in Austria for the traditional Christkindlmarkt. Dinner in the hotel. This morning we visit the castle where you will be enchanted not only by the dramatic views of Lake Bled but also the delightful restaurant that serves cuisine with modern flavours of the Slovenian region where we have lunch included. The afternoon is free in Bled. Dinner in the hotel.
Join your flight to Ljubljana or Venice, then transfer by coach to the Hotel Park by Lake Bled. Dinner at the hotel. DAY 2: Lake Bled - Ljubljana This morning we have a trip by traditional Pletna boat on lake bled with a short stop on the Island. Afterwards we travel to Ljubljana, Slovenia’s charming capital with free time to explore the Christmas Market. Dinner in the hotel. DAY 3: Klagenfurt & Radovljica This morning we travel to Radovljica a stunning small town Bled Castle
After breakfast it’s time to checkout of the hotel and transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
swimming
pool
with
heated
DEPOSIT: £150pp
thermal water. The top floor pool
INCLUDED:
offers breathtaking views of the
• Escorted throughout in Slovenia
Bled Castle and island. There is a swimming pool; wellness services
• Return flights with cabin baggage from a choice of UK airports -
are available in the hotel's Thai
supplement may apply (see below)
Centre.
• Excursions as stated
balcony,
• 4 nights sharing a twin/double
bathroom (shower or bathtub) and
bedded room at the 4 star Hotel
hairdryer, satellite TV, direct phone
Park in Bled
Each
room
has
a
line, wireless, internet, safe and mini bar. The staff at this hotel go
• 4 breakfasts & 4 dinners
out of their way to ensure guests
• Lunch in Bled Castle
receive excellent service with a
Accommodation Options:
smile.
• Single room - £80pp
Note: Snow not guaranteed in FLIGHT INFORMATION & OPTIONS Stansted - Ljubljana Heathrow - Venice Gatwick - Venice Manchester - Venice
Slovenia.
Note: Itinerary is subject to change depending on local conditions. Your Hotel
• Flights are possible from these airports subject to availability at time of booking and some may have a supplement.
Hotel Park - 4-star - Lake Bled The Hotel Park is located by the lakeshore and in the heart of Bled. The hotel's Park Restaurant and Cafe is the home of the original Bled cream cake, the popular dessert that Bled is renowned for far and wide. For relaxation,
• Flight time is around 2 hours each way. • Hold luggage can be added for a supplement.
Hotel Park
• Please call us on 01895 83 33 33 to discuss your flights
Klagenfurt
Bled island
22
1 December, 2016 - Tour XB12
take advantage of the large indoor
whirlpool and sauna next to the
Day 4: Bled Castle
Day 5: Bled to UK
DAY 1: UK to Bled
recreation and beauty, guests can
Pletna Boat
www.gnvoyages.co.uk
Lake Bled & Castle Christmas – Slovenia
BY AIR v03-02
Half Board Plus
Bled Castle Christmas in Bled, Slovenia is just magical - framed by the snow-capped peaks of the majestic Julian Alps, Bled is a dream location where a unique Legend of the Sunken Bell performance is played out every year. The highlight will be Christmas Day Lunch in Bled Castle, perched atop a cliff 130 metres above the glacial lake with spellbinding views. We will also visit a gingerbread factory, Ljubljana - Slovenia’s charming capital, tranquil Lake Bohinj & the Mount Vogel cablecar, plus have the opportunity to visit the epic Postojna Caves, Europe’s most visited. Bled Castle - Christmas Day Lunch Inside the medieval walls of Bled Castle you will be enchanted not only by the dramatic views of Lake Bled but also the delightful restaurant that serves cuisine with modern flavours of the Slovenian region. Our Christmas lunch will be served here which also allows you free entry into the Castle and museum. Postojna Caves: The most visited show caves in Europe. In 1872 railway lines were laid to take visitors to the heart of the caves. Floodlighting allows you to admire the size and splendour of the underground world where stalactites and stalagmites abound. A guided visit lasts an hour and a half. Ljubljana: While being a dynamic capital city, Ljubljana has retained a relaxed small-town atmosphere. This picturesque and very vibrant city is full of surprises. Along the banks of the Ljubljanica River you will find traditional markets as well as the Christmas market selling an array of local delicacies to tempt your palette. The Legend of the Sunken Bell: This is a unique theatre spectacle where the stage is set on the water, or rather in the water. Performed by divers, the legend of the sunken bell tells us how the wishing bell in the island’s church came to the island and became so famous. According to the legend whatever you wish for while ringing the bell will ‘certainly come true’.
8 Days £899pp
Lake Bled - view from castle Lake Bohinj: Slovenia's largest lake is a picture of peace and serenity. It's brooding and mystical feel are encouraged by the steep mountain faces that rise out of the lake on the northern side, with mountain peaks also dominating the background to the west and south. On clear days you can even see the peak of the mighty Triglav. Itinerary: DAY 1: UK to Lake Bled Join at your chosen airport for the flight to Ljubljana or Venice – flight duration around 2 hours. Transfer to the Hotel Park in Bled. Dinner at the hotel. DAY 2: Radovljica This morning is free in Bled. This afternoon we travel Radovljica a stunning small town which is famous for its Gingerbread factory and its Christmassy feel. We have time to visit the gingerbread shop before returning to Bled. Dinner in the hotel. DAY 3: Christmas Eve at Lake Bled After breakfast the day is at leisure to explore Bled. 10:00–19:00: Christmas Arts and Crafts Market - Hotel Park Coffee Shop – Terrace. 16:00: Greeting of Santa Claus with carol singers - Hotel Park Coffee Shop – Terrace. 17:00: Torch-lit walk around the lake – Hotel Park Coffee Shop– Terrace. 19:00: Dinner at the hotel. 24:00: Midnight Christmas Mass - St Martin’s church. DAY 4:Christmas Day at Lake Bled 10:00–19:00: Christmas Arts and Crafts Market - Hotel Park Coffee Shop – Terrace. 12:00: Transfer to Bled Castle for Christmas Day Lunch. 16:00 – 18:00: Santa Claus goes around Bled in a horse-drawn carriage. 17:00: The Legend of the Sunken Bell. This is the highlight of Christmas in Bled - the action takes place at Bled’s Public Lido, just a short walk from the hotel. 19:00: Dinner in the Hotel.
DAY 5: Boxing Day in Ljubljana Free morning in Bled. Afternoon visit to Ljubljana. Return to Bled for dinner at the hotel. DAY 6: Lake Bohinj Visit to Lake Bohinj where it may be possible to take the cable car up to the summit of Mount Vogel (payable locally, weather and conditions permitting). return to the hotel early afternoon for a free time in Bled. Dinner at the hotel.
DATE - CODE 2015 22 December - Tour XS12 DEPOSIT: £200pp INCLUDED: • Escorted throughout • Return flights to Ljubljana or Venice from a choice of UK airports including luggage - see below
DAY 7: Lake Bled or Postojna Caves Optional visit to Postojna Caves by coach (£39pp) or free time in Bled. Dinner at the hotel.
• 7 nights sharing a twin/double room at the Hotel Park
DAY 8: Lake Bled to UK Check-out of the hotel after breakfast. Transfer to the airport for the flight home.
• 7 breakfasts
Note: Snow not guaranteed in Bled. Events subject to change by the organisers. Your hotel Hotel Park - 4-star - Lake Bled The Hotel Park is located by the lakeshore and in the heart of Bled. The hotel's Park Restaurant and Cafe is the home of the original Bled cream cake, the popular dessert that Bled is renowned for. For relaxation, recreation and beauty, guests can take advantage of the large indoor swimming pool with heated thermal water. The top floor pool offers breathtaking views of Bled Castle and island. There is a whirlpool and sauna next to the swimming pool; wellness services are available in the hotel's Thai Centre. Each room has a balcony, bathroom (shower or bathtub) and hairdryer, satellite TV, direct phone line, wireless, internet, safe and mini bar. The staff at this hotel go out of their way to ensure guests receive excellent service with a smile.
• Christmas day lunch in Bled Castle
• 7 dinners • Excursions as stated • Airport to hotel transfer on arrival and departure ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS: • Single room supplement £140 OPTIONAL EXCURSION: Postojna Caves - £39 per person
FLIGHT INFORMATION & OPTIONS To Venice from Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Southend & Manchester. To Ljubljana from Stansted. • Flights are possible from these airports. All are subject to availability at time of booking and some may have a supplement. • Flight time around 2 hrs each way • Flights include 1 checked in bag (usually no more than 20kgs) and 1 carry on bag per person - weight & size of each subject to airline restrictions. • Please call us on 01895 83 33 33 to discuss your flight requirements.
Ljubljana
The legend of the Sunken Bell
Hotel Park
Radovljica
Call 01895 83 33 33 09.00 to 17.30hrs Monday to Friday - 09.30 to 12.30hrs Saturdays • Email: info@gnvoyages.co.uk
23
NOTES
28
www.gnvoyages.co.uk
GN Voyages & GN Holidays Booking Conditions & Important Information YOUR CONTRACT IS WITH GOOD NEWS HOLIDAYS LTD (TRADING AS GN HOLIDAYS & GN VOYAGES) ABTA NUMBER Y0291. ATOL NUMBER 9362 1. YOUR HOLIDAY CONTRACT: When you make a booking you guarantee that you have the authority to accept and do accept on behalf of your party the terms of these booking conditions. A contract will exist as soon as we issue our confirmation invoice. This contract is made on the terms of these booking conditions, which are governed by English Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts. If you had not seen these terms and conditions when you made your booking and you are not happy to proceed with the booking now that you have seen them please return all documentation to us, within 7 days of the date of original invoice. Your booking will be cancelled and your monies will be returned in full, provided you have not commenced your travel. This clause does not apply if your booking was made after the usual final balance due date – 8 weeks or more depending on the holiday booked. 2. YOUR FINANCIAL PROTECTION: The Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 require us to provide security for the monies that you pay for the package holidays booked with us and for your repatriation in the event of our insolvency. We have a bond lodged with ABTA, which provides you with financial security for our coach, rail and self-drive holidays. Your Financial Protection When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the nonprovision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme. 3. ABTA: We are a Member of ABTA, membership number Y0291. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you an arbitration scheme for the resolution of disputes arising out of, or in connection with this contract. Further information on the Code and arbitration can be found on ABTA’s website www.abta.com. The arbitration scheme is arranged by ABTA and administered independently by IDRS, part of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. It provides for a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on you in respect of costs. Full details will be provided on request or can be obtained from the ABTA website. The scheme does not apply to claims for an amount greater than £5,000 per person. There is also a limit of £25,000 per booking form. Neither does it apply to claims, which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences. The scheme can however deal with compensation claims which include an element of minor injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,000 on the amount the arbitrator can award per person in respect of this element. The application for arbitration and Statement of Claim must be received by IDRS within nine months of the date of return from the holiday. Outside this time limit arbitration under the Scheme may still be available if the company agrees, but the ABTA Code does not require such agreement. For injury and illness claims, you may like to use the ABTA/Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Mediation Procedure. This is a voluntary scheme and requires us to agree for mediation to go ahead. The aim is to help you resolve your dispute in a quick and cost effective way. Details on request or from www.abta.com. 4. YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE: (a) We reserve the right to alter the prices of any of the holidays shown in our brochure. You will be advised of the current price of the holiday that you wish to book before your contract is confirmed. (b) When you book you must pay the deposit amount stated in the brochure or as advised. The remainder/balance of the holiday cost must be paid at least 8 weeks before commencement of the holiday OR sooner for some cruise/premium holidays as stated in this brochure. (c) The price of your travel arrangements may include an element paid in Euros. Unless otherwise stated in the tour details, the rate of exchange applicable to the holiday(s) in this brochure was based on 1.1 Euro to 1GBP. (d) Changes in transportation costs, including the cost of fuel, taxes or fees chargeable for services such as landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports and airports and exchange rates mean that the price of your travel arrangements may change after you have booked. However there will be no change within 30 days of your departure. We will absorb and you will not be charged for any increase equivalent to 2% of the price of your travel arrangements, which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges. You will be charged for the amount over and above that, plus an administration charge of £1.00 per person together with an amount to cover sellers’ commission. If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than 10% of the price of your travel arrangements, you will have the option of accepting a change to another holiday if we are able to offer one (if this is of equivalent or higher quality you will not have to pay more but if it is of lower quality you will be refunded the difference in price), or cancelling and receiving a full refund of all monies paid, except for any amendment charges. We will consider an appropriate refund of insurance premiums paid if you can show that you are unable to transfer or reuse your policy. Should you decide to cancel for this reason, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on your final invoice. Should the price of your holiday go down due to the changes mentioned above, by more than 2% of your holiday cost, then any refund due will be paid to you. However, please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your travel due to contractual and other protection in place. 5. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING: If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, for example your chosen departure date or accommodation, we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes to be made must be in writing from the person who made the booking. You will be asked to pay an administration charge (amounts vary dependent upon at what stage the
Period before departure Amount retained Amount retained within which cancellation shown as % of shown as % of letter is received HOLIDAY price DAY TRIP price 100% Deposit More than 56 days 100% 30% 56 - 49 days 100% 50% 48 - 22 days 100% 75% 21 - 8 days 100% 100% 7-1 days 100% 100% Departure day change is made and the type of holiday – ask for details), and any further cost we incur in making this alteration. You should be aware that these costs could increase the closer to the departure date that changes are made and you should contact us as soon as possible. Note: Certain travel arrangements may not be changeable after a reservation has been made and any alteration request could incur a cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements. 6. IF YOU CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY: You, or any member of your party, may cancel your travel arrangements at any time. Written notification from the person who made the booking must be received at our offices by letter or e-mail. (telephone cancellations are not accepted) Since we incur costs in cancelling your travel arrangements, you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges up to the total holiday price. Note: If the reason for your cancellation is covered under the terms of your insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges. A transfer of holiday arrangements to a later departure date, or to a holiday costing less will normally be treated as a cancellation and re-booking (see table below). Please note different cancellation charges to those shown above may apply to some cruise bookings – please refer to the Cruise Line’s own terms & conditions, when shown, for the scale of charges. 7. IF WE CHANGE OR CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY: It is unlikely that we will have to make any changes to your travel arrangements, but we do plan the arrangements many months in advance. Occasionally, we may have to make changes and we reserve the right to do so at any time. Most of these changes will be minor and we will advise you of them at the earliest possible date. We also reserve the right in any circumstances to cancel your travel arrangements. For example, if the minimum number of clients required for a particular travel arrangement is not reached, we may have to cancel it. However, we will not cancel your travel arrangements less than 8 weeks, or as stated in this brochure, before your departure date except for reasons of force majeure or failure by you to pay the final balance. If we are unable to provide the booked travel arrangements, you can either have a refund of all monies paid or accept an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard from us, if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value). In accordance with EU Regulation 2111/2005 we are required to advise you of the actual carrier operating your flight/connecting flight/transfer. We do this by listing carriers to be used or likely to be used in the brochure/ on the confirmation. Any changes to the actual airline after you have received your tickets will be notified to you as soon as possible and in all cases at check-in or at the boarding gate. Such a change is deemed to be a minor change. Other examples of minor changes include alteration of your outward/return flights by less than 12 hours, changes to aircraft type, change of accommodation to another of the same standard. If we make a major change to your holiday, we will inform you as soon as reasonably possible if there is time before your departure. You will have the choice of either accepting the change of arrangements, accepting an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard from us if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value), or cancelling your booked holiday and receiving a full refund of all monies paid. In all cases, except where the major change arises due to reasons of force majeure, The compensation that we offer does not exclude you from claiming more if you are entitled to do so. Force Majeure: We will not pay you compensation if we have to cancel or change your travel arrangements in any way because of unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control. These can include, for example, war, riot, industrial dispute, terrorist activity and its consequences, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, adverse weather conditions, epidemics and pandemics, unavoidable technical problems with transport. 8. IF YOU HAVE A COMPLAINT: If you have a problem during your holiday, please inform the relevant supplier (e.g. your hotelier) immediately. When your holiday is escorted you should also inform your Tour Manager/Coach Driver who will endeavour to put things right. In the event they are unable to resolve the matter you should contact our office on 01895 83 33 33 or on the out-of-hours emergency number which you will find on your itinerary. If your complaint is not resolved locally, please follow this up within 28 days of your return home by writing to our Customer Services Department at GN Holidays, 3 Station Approach, Higher Denham, Uxbridge, Middx, UB9 5EL giving your booking reference and all other relevant information. Please keep your letter concise and to the point. This will assist us to quickly identify your concerns and speed up our response to you. It is strongly recommended that you communicate any complaint to the supplier of the services in question as well as to our representative without delay and complete a report form whilst in resort. If you fail to follow this simple procedure we will have been deprived of the opportunity to investigate and rectify your complaint whilst you were in resort and this may affect your rights under this contract. 9. OUR LIABILITY TO YOU: If the contract we have with you is not performed or is improperly performed by us or our suppliers we will pay you appropriate compensation if this has affected the enjoyment of your travel arrangements. However we will not be liable where any failure in the performance of the contract is due to: you; or a third party unconnected with the provision of the travel arrangements and where the failure is unforeseeable or unavoidable; or unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised; or an event which we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not foresee or forestall. Our liability, except in cases involving death, injury or illness, shall be limited to a maximum of two times the cost of your travel arrangements. Our liability will also be limited in accordance with and/or in an identical manner to: (a) The contractual terms of the companies that provide the transportation for your travel arrangements. These terms are incorporated into this contract; and (b) Any relevant international convention, for example the Montreal Convention in respect of travel by air, the Athens Convention in respect of travel by sea, the Berne Convention in respect of travel by rail and the Paris Convention in respect of the provision of accommodation, which limit the amount of compensation that you can claim for death, injury, delay to passengers and loss, damage and delay to luggage. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of any limitation of compensation contained in these or any conventions. You can ask for copies of the transport companies' contractual terms, or the international conventions, from our offices GN Holidays, 3 Station Approach, Higher Denham, Uxbridge, Middx, UB9 5EL. Under EU law (Regulation 261/2004) you have rights in some circumstances to refunds and/or compensation from your airline in cases of denied boarding, cancellation or delay to flights. Full details of these rights will be publicised at EU airports and will also be available from airlines. However reimbursement in such cases will
24-06-14
not automatically entitle you to a refund of your holiday cost from us. Your right to a refund and/or compensation from us is set out in clause 6. If any payments to you are due from us, any payment made to you by the airline will be deducted from this amount. If your airline does not comply with these rules you should complain to the Air Transport Users' Council on 020 7240 6061 www.auc.org.uk 10. PROMPT ASSISTANCE IN RESORT: if the contract we have with you is not performed or is improperly performed as a result of failures attributable to a third party unconnected with the provision of the services, or as a result of failures due to unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised, or an event which we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not foresee or forestall, and you suffer an injury or other material loss, we will offer you such prompt assistance as is reasonable in the circumstances. 11. PASSPORT, VISA AND IMMIGRATION REQUIREMENTS: Your specific passport and visa requirements, and other immigration requirements are your responsibility and you should confirm these with the relevant Embassies and/or Consulates. We do not accept any responsibility if you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport, visa or immigration requirements. 12. HOLIDAYS BY COACH: Coaches used are modern and comfortable, usually with WC. In the event of operational difficulties, on day tours and on short journeys we reserve the right to use coaches without this facility. All coach departure points are offered subject to a minimum of 8 passengers joining at each. However, we will do our utmost to meet all pick-up requests regardless of this minimum subject to operational constraints such as driver hours regulations. Your actual departure point and time will be confirmed with your travel documents. COACH SEAT NUMBERS will be printed on your travel documents please notify us of any special requests at the time of booking. Smoking and/or alcohol consumption are not permitted on the coaches. No-one will be allowed to board the coach if they are considered to be at our sole discretion unfit to travel through excessive alcohol consumption. 13. HOLIDAYS BY TRAIN: Where possible we will reserve seats for your journeys, but we cannot always guarantee that seats will be together or in the direction of travel. Please be aware that trains in Europe are often double-deck, and, we have no control over which deck we are allocated. Where we travel by overnight sleeper train beds are upper and lower unless stated otherwise. 14. EXCURSIONS: Excursions or other tours that you may choose to book or pay for whilst you are on holiday are not part of your package holiday provided by us. 15. FITNESS TO TRAVEL/ REFUSED TRAVEL: At check-in we reserve the right to refuse travel to anyone who has failed to declare to us in advance any mobility limitations/ and or health issues, and who in our opinion, is not fit to travel because they are a danger to themselves or other travellers. In this instance no refund or compensation will be paid. 16. ACCOMMODATION ONLY: Where accommodation only is provided, transportation to and from the accommodation is your sole responsibility. 17. TICKETS: Travel documents/ tickets with timings and final itineraries will normally be sent to you around 7 days before departure. 18. JOINING OUR HOLIDAYS: Your arrangements with us begin and end at the point you join our holiday. We cannot accept any responsibility for travel arrangements you make to or from this point. (For those who need to make independent travel arrangements to get to a station/airport or who need to arrange an overnight hotel prior to/after a tour - we recommend you check with us, and wait until we are in a position to confirm exact timings before you book or make any reservations.) 19. TRAVEL INSURANCE: It is a condition of travel that everyone travelling outside mainland UK must have adequate insurance cover – details of the insurance for everyone in your party must be notified to GN Holidays no later than at the time of paying your balance. As a result of recent changes in legislation GN Holidays have chosen not to sell travel insurance. Regrettably our staff are not able to offer help or advice on this subject nor able to recommend insurers. 20. TRAVEL DELAYS: Occasionally delays will occur. In the event we will work closely with all carriers to ensure the delay is as short as possible. We will try to make sure that arrangements are made for refreshments, when appropriate, but these arrangements will usually be the responsibility of the carrier. Any claim for delays should be directed to your travel insurer. In the unlikely event your flight is delayed more than 4 hours or cancelled, you should contact GN Holidays for guidance. It is your responsibility to obtain written confirmation of the delay/ cancellation from the airline/ rail operator before you leave the airport/ station – this will be required should it be necessary to claim on your travel insurance. 21. PORTERAGE: Porterage is not included unless indicated in the holiday description. Our Tour Managers are not able to offer any luggage assistance. When packing your luggage, please remember that it is you that will have to carry it. 22. BROCHURE INFORMATION & TIMINGS: All information in our brochures is correct at the time of going to print. All timings given are approximate (often firm schedules are not available when a tour is first put on sale). Precise timings and a full itinerary will be sent to you with your travel documents. You are asked to remember that very occasionally resort or other facilities may be withdrawn for maintenance or other reasons beyond our control, such as the sudden onset of adverse weather conditions. In these unusual circumstances we shall bear no resulting liability. Any photographs/ illustrations shown in this brochure are representative of the type of holiday/ country/ area(s) visited and do not necessarily depict your exact accommodation/ destination unless stated. 23. ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR: Anti-social behaviour of any kind will not be tolerated on our holidays. We reserve the right to terminate your holiday at any time if in our opinion, or the opinion of any person in authority your behaviour causes offence, danger, damage or distress to other people. In this event our responsibility for your holiday will cease. You will be liable for any additional costs incurred and NO refund will be given for any part of the tour not undertaken. If your actions cause damage, or result in your transportation being delayed or diverted, you agree to fully indemnify us against any claim (including legal costs) made against us by, or on behalf of, the recipient/ owner. 24. DATA PROTECTION POLICY: Please be assured we take every step to protect your personal information. Data is not used for any other purpose, or passed to any third party, other than in conjunction with travel arrangements booked or as required by law i.e to security services/immigration or when the the holiday was advertised as a ‘Reader Offer’ to the publisher of the offer. GN Holidays (or the publisher) may contact you from time to time by telephone, mail or e-mail with offers of goods and services. If you prefer us (or the publisher) not to contact you, for this purpose please write to us at GN Holidays, 3 Station Approach, Higher Denham, Uxbridge, Middx, UB9 5EL. This brochure is our responsibility, as your tour operator. It is not issued on behalf of, and does not commit any airline or rail company mentioned herein whose services are used in the course of your travel arrangements.
GN Voyages BOOKING FORM Must be completed and returned to us even if you have booked by phone.
Email:
LEAD GUEST/BOOKER’S DETAILS
TOUR CODE
Name
Title
BROCHURE/NEWSPAPER/MAGAZINE? Where did you see the holiday advertised? See front of brochure.
HOLIDAY NAME
Postcode:
First name Surname Please write your name exactly as it appears on your passport Date of birth
£ ........................x ...............= ............................
PLEASE SIGN
Signed
Y0291
MOBILE TELEPHONE
DEPARTURE DATE
ISSUE DATE
TELEPHONE BOOKING REF
EXPIRY DATE
PASSPORT DETAILS
*Text
Post
NATIONALITY
DATA PR OTE CT ION : We do not pass your details on to any third party, other than some suppliers of services directly relating to this booking. From time to time we (or the ‘Reader Offer’ publisher) may contact you with details of other offers. If you do not wish to receive such information via any of the methods below, please tick the appropriate box below:
H
V06/01/14 send to: G N H o l i d a y s 3 St a t i o n A p p r o a ch , H i g h er D en h am U x b r i d g e, Mi d d l e se x U B9 5 EL Te l : 0 1 8 9 5 8 3 3 3 3 3
TOTAL PASSENGERS
PASSPORT NUMBER
EMERGENCY CONTACT - NOT TRAVELLING WITH YOU Name
Tel-Mobile:
CRUISE SHIP
Tel-Home:
HOTEL
Cabin type (twin/double/single) & code
We recommend that you take a mobile telephone with you and have it switched on while travelling so that we can contact you if necessary. We will not contact you on this number for any other purpose. *We do not pass mobile numbers to any third party.
Room required Single, Twin or Double bedded
DECLARATION OF HEALTH
Special Requests and Important Information we should know about you and/or your booking EG: Dietary requirements, mobility issues & equipment. If you do not advise us of such needs/issues, we cannot cater for them and cannot advise suitability of the holiday. In this event, no liability shall be accepted by GN Holidays for any costs/losses, inconvenience and/or discomfort incurred.
YES
NO
(tick below)
If NO, please provide details on a separate sheet of paper.
Are all guests listed on the booking form in sound health, both physically and mentally and suffering from no illness, complaint or infirmity of any description including pregnancy?
(tick below)
On behalf of the passengers named, I confirm and accept the booking conditions, the holiday information in this brochure and Date......................................... have disclosed all information requested. I am over 18 years of age.
Insurer’s emergency service tel: ..................................................................................
Cover from:..........................................................to: .................................................
Insurer:.................................................................Policy No: ......................................
We will not take uninsured clients abroad. You must have comprehensive insurance cover in line with ABTA’s recommendations (you can view via our website). Please provide the information below for everyone in your party by no later than your final balance due date.
IMPORTANT INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
Travel may be refused if the information you provide does not exactly match your passport/ID details. In this event, no liability shall be accepted by GN Holidays for any costs/losses incurred.
Railway Station Airport or Port
PASSENGER DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS PRICES & OPTIONS IN PART B ALS DEPARTURE POINT PASSENGER DETAILS AND- SEE REQUIREMENTS
Address
Tel:
1 2 3 4 5 6 OPTIONS: Travel, Accommodation, Excursions. Please call us to discuss additional options.
PAYMENT: Please make cheques payable to GN Holidays
• Deposit:
£........................x ...............= ............................
When you book you must pay the deposit amount stated in the brochure or as advised. The remainder/balance of the holiday cost must be paid at least 8 weeks before commencement of the holiday OR sooner for some cruise/premium holidays as stated in this brochure.
• Full payment - Total holiday price:
TOTAL PAYMENT WITH BOOKING FORM £ You may also pay by Debit or Credit card - please call us on 01895 83 33 33 to do this. Payments by Debit card incur no charges. Payments by Credit card incur a surcharge of 2% of the amount paid, for example a £100 payment would incur a charge of £2. We are unable to accept payment by Solo or Electron cards.
Also available: GN Voyages Cruise Holidays brochure
GN Vo yages 2016
Cruise s
Call 01895 83 33 33 or email: info@gnvoyages.co.uk for your free copy
GN Voyages www.gnvoyages.co.uk
Published 16/02/2016
Call 01895 83 33 33 09.00 to 17.30hrs Monday to Friday - 09.30 to 12.30hrs Saturdays • Email: info@gnvoyages.co.uk