Summer 2025 Holidays Brochure - Johnsons Coaches by Johnsons Coaches

A very warm welcome to Summer 2025

It gives us great pleasure to introduce to you our Summer 2025 brochure.

Discover our hand-picked selection of over 275 holidays showcasing the very best of what the UK and Ireland has to offer. We have also increased our European selection to include such exciting destinations such as Lake Bled in Slovenia, Andorra and Italy’s Lake Maggiore & Lake Como. Also, to complement our popular Fred Olsen Ocean Cruise collection we also feature two European River Cruises – The Loire and the Rhine, in partnership with our quality River Cruise operator CroisiEurope.

Great Service, top class hotels and inspiring itineraries are all synonymous with what we do and you will sense this from the moment we collect you from your front door and you board one of our modern coaches with their striking design and luxurious interior ﬁnish. With over 115 years of Service, we believe we know what makes a great holiday: Friendly Service, Ease of Booking, Quality, Comfort and Relaxation – all of which we offer you in abundance!

Although John and Peter have retired, their legacy lives on. The ethos, attention to detail, and commitment to quality service that built the foundation of Johnsons remain at the heart of the company, fully embraced by the team as we embark on an exciting new chapter.

Nolwenn, who started 20 years ago as a reservations assistant, is now our new Tours Manager, taking the brochure reins from myself. After 46 years in the industry I’ll be sticking around to help Nolwenn with the transition!

So, enjoy browsing through these pages and select your next holiday adventure. We look forward to welcoming you on-board, where you can relax, sit back and...

Enjoy the Views – and Treasure the Memories!

Best Wishes Barry & Nolwenn and the entire Johnsons Team

Booking your holiday is easy!

Call our friendly reservations team on 01564 797000

Have an enquiry or want to book over the phone?

Call our offices which are open: Monday to Friday: 9.00am to 5.00pm.

Visit us at our depot in Henley-in-Arden

Liveridge House, Liveridge Hill, Henley-in-Arden, Warwickshire, B95 5QS.

Monday to Friday: 9.00am to 5.00pm.

Book online at www.johnsonscoaches.co.uk

Browse our fantastic range of award-winning holidays at your convenience. Payment is secure, and you can pay online with a debit or credit card and receive an instant booking conﬁrmation.

Low deposits!

To conﬁrm your booking, a £75 per person deposit is required for all coach holidays.

Hold places while you check with friends and family

Provisional bookings are held without obligation for 7 days!

Pay by cash, cheque, debit or credit cards!

Please make cheques payable to ‘Johnsons Henley Ltd’.

Spread the cost

The ﬁnal balance is due 8 weeks prior to date of departure.

Your travel pack

Holiday travel packs are sent out 7 to 10 days prior to your holiday. This will contain luggage labels, your home pick-up time, hotel address and telephone numbers and any extra information regarding your holiday.

Become a SeeMore Member!

Membership Costs: £21 for a single, or £32 for a double.

Discounts are as follows: £10 off holidays, £5 off great breaks & £2 off day excursions.

To Join: Simply call our reservations team and ask for a SeeMore application form. SeeMore the seagull (our loyalty club mascot) looks forward to having you on board!

Rated 4.6/5 with over 10,000 reviews!

“The Johnsons holiday to the North York Moors exceeded my expectations from the start to the ﬁnish. Tony and Sharon were very welcoming and instantly likeable people. For myself the holiday is now a lot of happy memories of places visited, and new friends made in a completely stress free Johnsons Holiday package.” Mr Norden

A Message from John Johnson

1981 seems a very long time ago since we organised our first holiday by coach for local customers. I drove and Mum was courier! From the beginning we worked hard to deliver the very best quality and service with every element of our holidays and excursions. I've now decided to step back and retire but I am pleased to be leaving the business in the very capable hands of our loyal staff, many of which have many years' experience of keeping our customers happy! Finally, on behalf of my brother Peter and I, we would like to say thank you to our customers, who have trusted us and travelled with us, to so many places over so many years!

Best wishes to you all, John.

Why Choose Johnsons?

When booking a Johnsons Holiday, everything is included in the price! All excursions and admissions on your Holiday are included – so there’s no extra hidden costs whilst you’re away! Our famous Door to Door Home Pick Up service is also included on all holidays! See what else makes a great Johnsons holiday…

115 Years of Experience:

We have over 40 years of Coach Holiday Experience, setting us apart from other operators.

Friendly drivers and couriers:

A helping hand every step of the way during your Holiday, getting you safely to your excursions.

Make lots of new friends:

Our Holidays are the perfect way to make new friends, perfect for solo travellers!

Free Door to Door home pick-up service on all our holidays:

Making your Holiday stress-free from start to ﬁnish.

Sightseeing excursions and entrance charges all included:

There are no extra costs on your Holiday, all excursions are included!

Porterage of your suitcase:

You don’t need to worry about carrying a heavy suitcase on your Holiday, it’s all done for you!

Great for Groups

If you are a

and are interested

High-quality carefully selected hotels with mobility grades: 3, 4 & 5 star hotels with excellent service and mouthwatering food.

Travel aboard our Club Class ‘Extra Legroom’ Coach or our Luxury Traveller coaches with ‘First Class’ seating & extra legroom!

Award-winning holidays: Johnsons are an award-winning Tour Operator and have been shortlisted for another four awards including ‘Coach Tourism Programme of the year’.

Specialist local area guides:

Experience new destinations like the locals do with local expert guides.

No surcharge guarantee:

The price of your coach Holiday is fully guaranteed and there will be no surcharges.

Look out for our popular favourite hotels: We’ve been working with some of these hotels for over 30 years!

Your Seat Reservation

For your comfort and relaxation ALL departures are operated by our own high speciﬁcation ‘Club Class’ coaches or our ‘Luxury Traveller’ coaches. Each has extra passenger legroom, comfortable reclining seats, plus toilet and hot drinks as well as great sightseeing from the high passenger deck. Once booked, your seat number is reserved for the whole holiday.

Please note that you are required by law to wear your seat belt at all times when the vehicle is in motion.

Pick-up Areas

See our detailed pick-up area map which provides a clear visual guide.

If you live in the WHITE area, your Door to Door service is free of charge.

If you live in the LIGHT BLUE area, a supplement of £7.50 per person return applies.

If you live in the GREEN area, a supplement of £15 per person return applies.

If you live outside the green area, we can still provide Door to Door service. Supplements do apply and please ask for details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my money safe with Johnsons?

Johnson Coaches is a Bonded Coach Holiday (BCH) member, ensuring consumer protection through a government-approved scheme with ABTOT. They offer protection in case of insolvency. Air holidays are ATOL Protected, with the CAA safeguarding against insolvency. Sea Cruise Holidays are protected by ABTOT, meeting travel regulations for refunds or repatriation in case of insolvency. Visit their website for more details.

Can you guarantee requests with hotels?

Yes, at the time of booking please mention this to the Reservations Team who will call the hotel and if guaranteed, this will be stated on your confirmation.

When do we receive the final details of our holiday?

Your travel pack will be sent to you around a week to ten days prior to your departure date.

Do we book seats or do we swap during the holiday?

At the time of booking, you’ll be asked to choose your seats. This seat will remain the same.

Do you allow Wheelchairs, Scooters or Walkers on your holidays?

On most of our holidays we will allow for mobility aids to be taken (see sections 20 & 21 of our Trading Charter). Some of our holidays are not suitable for those that struggle with walking, but this will be made clear in the brochure or prior to booking by the Reservations Team.

Do you provide insurance?

Johnsons (Henley) Limited t/a Johnsons Coach Travel, Johnsons Coaches & Johnsons Quality Coach Travel is an Appointed Representative of ITC Compliance Limited who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts.

Do I need insurance for my holiday?

For all our UK holidays we recommend that you take out insurance, whether that be our policy or you take a policy out privately. For all other tours travel insurance is a must, you cannot travel abroad with Johnsons without insurance.

Please note: The insurance information (including premiums) as detailed within our individual tour pages are correct at time of publication (October 2024) but may be subject to change. Details of any changes to our insurance arrangements will be provided at the time of booking.

Joining our Holidays!

Park & Ride –Save £40!

Use our secure car park for the duration of your holiday.

‘Seat Only’ Bookings

Book a ‘Seat Only’ on our holidays to travel to and from a resort. 8 weeks in advance.

Our Door-toDoor Service

All our holidays include our FREE Door to Door home pick-up service.

Drop off & Collect – Save £40

Get dropped off and we will reduce the cost of your holiday by £40 per person.

Sit back, relax, and ‘Enjoy the Views – Treasure the Memories’!

Your financial security

The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within the meaning of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018.

Therefore, you will benefit from all rights applying to packages; Johnsons Coach Travel will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the package as a whole.

Additionally, as required by law Johnsons Coach Travel have protection in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included in the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that they become insolvent. Johnsons Coach Travel are members of the Bonded Coach Holiday Group, overseen by The Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited. This is a government approved consumer protection scheme. This ensures that in relation to the coach package holidays described in this brochure (or website) that a Bond, which may be called upon in the unlikely event of the members Insolvency, protects the clients’ monies. Clients are recommended to inspect the current membership certificate at our registered office or alternatively go to https://www.abtot.com/bch-abtot-members-directory/ or telephone 0207 7065 5316 to confirm current membership.

Your attention is also drawn to the Bonded Coach Holiday Group Trading Charter that will apply to these coach package holidays. Details of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 can be found at The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 (legislation.gov.uk)

THE ROAD TO SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL

Did you know? Coaches are among the cleanest, greenest vehicles on our roads and they leave the smallest carbon footprint of any transport method?

One single journey travelling from London to Edinburgh found that opting to travel by coach rather than car saved 61.8Kg in CO emissions per passenger.

A 15% increase in coach passenger journeys by British people each year would lead to approx. 47 million fewer cars on the road, saving a quarter of a million tonnes of Carbon Dioxide!

OUR (E)MISSIONS

Investing in sustainable ways to reduce wastage.

Implementing ways to offset carbon emissions for Private Hire and Own Product Tours.

Investing in our Fleet to vehicles that are more environmentally friendly.

Introducing our Carbon Emissions Offset Programme!

Here at Johnsons, we have been working on ways to improve our Carbon Footprint, as part of this initiative we have partnered with Tree-V. A Carbon Offsetting Company who focus on Motoring. You will now find a QR code on the Coach or Your Courier will have a copy, which you can scan to offset your emissions on your journey. We also have a Carbon Calculator on our Website for Private Hires. If you wish to read more about Tree-V visit their website at www.tree-v.com.

MAKE YOUR JOURNEY EXTRA SPECIAL - CHOOSE A LUXURY TRAVELLER COACH HOLIDAY

All of our Coach Holidays include our usual beneﬁts such as Door to Door home service, dinner, bed & breakfast and exciting excursions, but do you know that following signiﬁcant vehicle investment that for 2025 almost 70% of our holidays will now be operated by one of our Luxury Traveller Coaches.

As a result, we have an exciting surprise planned for you for Summer 2025. Every holiday organized by one of our Luxury Traveller coaches will feature the following complimentary offerings...

Following feedback from our regular travellers we will be phasing out the Complimentary Goodie Bag, which is being replaced by the complimentary on-board snacks. Please remember –Johnsons are renown for the high standard of quality hotels they choose – the vast majority of which are 4-star standard or 4-star equivalent if the hotel chooses to self-certify and this will not change with many still including extras such as a welcome drinks reception prior to dinner on the day of arrival and a cream tea (Please see the ‘Look What’s Included’ on the Individual tour pages.

For your Luxury Traveller coach tour index please see the Blue symbol on Pages 9-12 or look out for the Luxury Traveller coach symbol against the tour date on each tour page.

New for 2025:

43 ‘First Class’ seats with even more legroom Complimentary hot & cold drinks

A selection of complimentary on-board snacks USB charging points, plus free Wi-Fi on board Two large TV Screens – follow the route as you go along and ‘see’ our couriers when they use the mic! Unsurpassed comfort including onboard entertainment sound system and washroom facilities.

An extra high passenger deck for even better sightseeing

Single Travellers Are Embraced

We are well-known for looking after our many customers who need a single room. We have managed to increase our allocations of single bedded rooms or double rooms for sole occupancy on many tours.

On our ‘Singles Galore’ holidays we have contracted a high number of singles in addition to twins and doubles.

So, if you are travelling alone you can enjoy your holiday in the company of like-minded people.

All our single holidays include a welcome drink – a great way to break the ice and get to know your fellow passengers.

Your Holiday Planner 2025

19 Apr 4 ‘Spring in the Air’ at Sidmouth –The Kingswood & Devoran Hotel 35 Easter Collection

Thu 17-Mon 21 Apr 4 Easter on the Isle of Wight –Trouville Hotel, Sandown 17/42 Thu 17-Mon 21 Apr 4 Easter in Tynemouth –

Your Holiday Planner 2025 (continued)

Date Nights Destination Page Theme

Mon 5-Fri 9 May 4 Great Little Trains of Snowdonia –The Royal Victoria Hotel 77

Tue 6-Mon 12 May 6 The Enchanting Isles of Scilly –The Atlantic Inn 23

Sat 10-Sat 17 May 7 Ireland’s Northern Jaunt –Castlecourt Hotel/Kees Hotel 98

Sun 11-Thu 15 May 4 Relaxed North Devon –The Barnstaple Hotel 30

Sun 11-Thu 15 May 4 Luxury Eastbourne – The Hydro Hotel 45

Sun 11-Sat 17 May 6 Connemara, Galway & Westport –Clifden Station House Hotel 102

Mon 12-Fri 16 May 4 Thames River Cruise, Winchester & Denbies Vineyard – Elvetham Hotel, North Hampshire 40

Mon 12-Fri 16 May 4 A Romantic ‘Ryde’ on the Isle of Wight –Royal Esplanade Hotel 41

Mon 12-Fri 16 May 4 Bluebell Glades in the Trossachs –The Winnock Hotel, Drymen 81

Tue 13-Tue 20 May 7 Secrets of Jersey – Golden Sands Hotel 19

Fri 16-Fri 23 May 7 Fred Osen Cruise – Wildlife & Cultures of the Scenic Scottish Isles (Balmoral L2509) 119

Sun 18-Fri 23 May 5 Weymouth & The Jurassic Coast –The Rex Hotel 38

Sun 18-Thu 22 May 4 Yorkshire’s Colourful Coast –Expanse Hotel, Bridlington 65

Sun 18-Fri 23 May 5 Llandudno & Spectacular Snowdonia –The Dunoon Hotel 79

Mon 19-Fri 23 May 4 Falmouth & The Royal Duchy –Falmouth Hotel 24

Mon 19-Fri 23 May 4 Eden Valley & The North Pennines –Appleby Manor Hotel & Spa 60

Tue 20-Tue 27 May 7 Secrets of Jersey – Golden Sands Hotel 19 Fri 23-Wed 28 May 5 The Isle of Man –The Empress Hotel, Douglas 21

Sat 24-Fri 30 May 6 The Highlands in a Nutshell –Priory Hotel, Beauly 89

Sat 24-Fri 30 May 6 Ireland’s Emerald Isle –Fitzgerald’s Woodlands House Hotel 104

Sun 25-Thu 29 May 4 Sailing & Steaming in Delightful Devon –Livermead Cliff Hotel

Sun 25-Thu 29 May 4 Durham’s Coastline & Castles –Hardwick Hall Hotel

Sun 25-Thu 29 May 4 Great Sights of Snowdonia –Celtic Royal Hotel, Caernarfon 78 Mon 26-Fri 30 May 4 Cornish Charm & Poldark Country –Fistral Beach Hotel

Mon 26-Fri 30 May 4 Luxury Traveller to Sidmouth –The Belmont Hotel

Mon 26-Fri 30 May 4 Great Houses & Gardens of Cheshire –Shrigley Hall Hotel 56

Wed 28 May- 8 Fred Olsen Cruise) –

Thu 5 Jun Scenic Waterways & Cities of Scandinavia (Balmoral L2511) 120

Sat 31 May-Sat 7 Jun 7 Pining for Annecy & The French Alps –Hotel Alpen Roc 111

June 2025

Sun 1-Thu 5 Jun 4 Luxury Traveller to Sidmouth –The Victoria

Your Holiday Planner 2025 (continued)

Sun 6-Fri 11 Jul 5 Isle of Arran, Robert Burns & Dumfries House –Riverside Lodge 84

Mon 7-Fri 11 Jul 4 Making Tracks for the Garden of England –Burlington Hotel, Folkestone 46

Mon 7-Fri 11 Jul 4 A Victorian Steam Break – Winnock Hotel 81

Mon 7-Sat 12 Jul 5 The Isles of Bute, Mull & Iona – Various 86

Thu 10-Tue 15 Jul 5 The Isle of Man –The Empress Hotel, Douglas 21 Thu 10-Mon 14 Jul 4 Versailles, Candlelit Chateau & Monet’s Garden –Novotel, Saclay 110

Sun 13-Thu 17 Jul 4 Grange-Over-Sands & The Southern Lakes –Grange Hotel 59

Sun 13-Sat 19 Jul 6 Wester Ross Explorer –Gairloch Hotel, Gairloch Hotel 94

14-Fri 18 Jul

Mon 14-Fri 18 Jul 4 Heritage Delights of Lancashire & Afternoon Tea at The Blackpool Tower Ballroom –Glendower Hotel, Lytham St. Annes 57 Mon 14-Fri 18 Jul 4 Solway Coast, Dumfries & Galloway –Holiday Inn Dumfries 84

Thu 17-Mon 21 Jul 4 Arundel Castle, Chichester & Brighton –Langstone Hotel 44

Fri 18-Fri 25 Jul 7 Fred Olsen Cruise – Dramatic Coastlines of France & Britain (Bolette T2516) 119

Sun 20-Fri 25 Jul 5 Weymouth

Your Holiday Planner 2025 (continued)

Wed 10-Mon 15 Sep 5

Wed 10-Sun 14 Sep 4

Fri 19 Sep-Fri 3 Oct 14 Fred Olsen Cruise – Volcanic Vistas of the Azores & Madeira (Borealis S2526) 122

Sun 21-Fri 26 Sep 5

& The Jurassic Coast –

Sun 21-Thu 25 Sep 4 Bournemouth

22-Sun 28 Sep 6 Luxury Eastbourne – The Hydro Hotel 45 Mon 22-Fri 26 Sep 4 Northumbrian Highlights –Millenium Copthorne Hotel 71

Tue 23 Sep-Fri 3 Oct 10 Andorra, Lourdes & The Pyrenees –Various Hotels 107

25-Mon

November/December 2025

2026 & Beyond

Your UK Destination Guide

Isle of Lewis (95)

The number shown after each place name on the map refers to the brochure page number on which the tour appears. For help and reservations please call – 01564 797000

Shetland Islands (96)

Orkney Islands (96)

Wick (96)

Isle of Benbecula (95)

Gairloch (94)

Drymen (17 • 80 • 81 • 82)

Isle of Mull (86)

Ballina (101)

Westport (98 • 102)

Connemara (102)

Galway (102)

Ennistymon (103)

Adare (104)

Dublin (106)

Carlow (100)

Inverness (91 • 92)

Beauly (89)

Dunkeld (88)

Isle of Bute (86)

Irvine (83 • 84)

Isle of Arran (84)

Dumfries (84)

Grantown-on-Spey (87)

Kingussie (90)

Newtonmore (90)

Aberdeen (93)

Dundee (87)

Dunfermline (85)

Edinburgh (82 • 85 • 86)

Appleby-in-Westmoreland (60)

Tynemouth (17)

Newcastle (71 • 72)

Durham (67 • 68 • 70)

Killarney (106)

Kenmare (105)

Waterford (103)

Carlisle (62)

Stranraer (83)

Belfast (99)

Keswick (61)

Newby Bridge (62)

Grange-over-Sands (59)

The Isle of Man (17 • 21)

Lytham St. Annes (57)

Liverpool (56)

Llandudno (17 • 77 • 79)

Caernarfon (78)

Llanberis (77)

Oswestry (76)

Enniscorthy (100)

Cardigan Bay (73)

Carmarthen (75)

Llanelli (75)

Swansea (74)

Minehead (31)

Braunton (29)

Barnstaple (16 • 29 • 30)

Bideford (30)

Dawlish (35)

Mullion Cove (Lizard) (26)

Isles of Scilly (22 • 23)

Carlyon Bay (St. Austell) (28)

Looe (25)

Gibbon Bridge (58)

Rochdale (59)

Chester (56)

Grantham (54 • 55)

Sedgefield (69)

Hartlepool (70)

Skipton (63)

Whitby (66)

Scarborough (66)

Harrogate (64)

Bridlington (65)

York (64 • 65)

Broughton (55)

Cardiff (76)

Winchester (40)

Newquay (27)

Paignton (34)

Thurlestone (Kingsbridge) (32)

Torquay (33 • 34)

Guernsey (18 • 20)

Stoke-by-Nayland (49)

Hayling Island (44)

Hunstanton (54)

Kings Lynn (52 • 53)

Norwich (51)

Great Yarmouth (51)

Aldeburgh (50)

Ipswich (48)

London (48)

Rochester (47)

Shepperton (47)

Folkestone (46)

Eastbourne (45 • 46)

Ryde – Sandown (41)

Isle of Wight – Ventnor (43)

Isle of Wight – Sandown (17 • 42)

Isle of Wight – Shanklin (41)

Bournemouth (16 • 39)

Weymouth (16 • 38)

Sidmouth (16 • 35 • 36 • 37)

Falmouth (24 • 25)

Jersey (18 • 19)

Your Overseas Destination Guide

The number shown after each place name on the map refers to the brochure page number on which the tour appears. For help and reservations please call – 01564 797000

– Breukelen (Bulbfields) (112)

FRANCE – Rouen (110)

FRANCE – Loire Valley River Cruise (108)

SPAIN – Durango/Nr Bilbao (107)

FRANCE – Versailles/Paris (110)

FRANCE – Annecy/French Alps (111)

FRANCE - Lourdes (107)

ANDORRA – Soldeu (107)

– Rhine, Moselle & Main River Cruise (109)

SWITZERLAND – Swiss Alps & The Bernina Express – Davos (113)

ITALY – Italian Lakes – Stresa, Lake Maggiore (115) SLOVENIA Lake Bled & The Lakes & Caves of Slovenia (116)

AUSTRIA – High Alps Explorer – St Anton (114)

Door to Door Holidays with

Wildlife & Cultures of the Scenic Scottish Isles (L2509)

Exploring the Scenic Coastline of the Emerald Isle (T2512)

Dramatic Coastlines of France & Britain (T2516)

Scenic Islands & Coastlines of Scotland & Ireland (S2521)

Scenic Islands & Dramatic Coastlines of Scotland (T2610)

Scenic Waterways & Cities of Scandinavia (L2511)

Exploring the Land of Fire & Ice (T2521)

In search of the Northern Lights (S2528)

Scenic Landscapers of the Norwegian Fjords (S2608)

Volcanic Vistas of the Azores & Madeira (S2526)

Medinas & Mountains of Moorish Morocco (S2531)

Subtropical Lands of the Canary Islands (L2532)

See pages 117-122 for more information on these cruises

GERMANY

HOLLAND

Our UK & Continental Coach Holiday

Included Excursions

Saturday RHS Rosemoor.

Sunday Appledore.

For Further Information on this Tour, please refer to Page 55 of our AutumnSpring 2024-25 Brochure.

Included Excursions

Tuesday RHS Rosemoor Gardens.

Wednesday Barnstaple’s historic Pannier Market & Woolacombe.

Thursday Hartland Abbey (Guided Tour & Cream Tea included).

For Further Information on this Tour, please refer to Page 30.

EASTER in Weymouth

Excursions Tuesday A free day in Sidmouth. Wednesday Exmouth & Exe River Cruise.

Thursday Lyme Regis.

For Further Information on this Tour, please refer to Page 38.

Included Excursions

Saturday A day at leisure in Weymouth.

Sunday Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens & West Bay.

Monday The Isle of Purbeck & The Swanage Railway.

For Further Information on this Tour, please refer to Page 40.

Included Excursions

Tuesday The Beaulieu Estate. Wednesday A day at

Thursday Exbury Gardens.

For Further Information on this Tour, please refer to Page 41.

Included Excursions

Friday Whippingham Church & Osborne House.

Saturday A day at leisure in our resort.

Sunday Enjoy a full day scenic island tour.

Gloriously situated directly overlooking the sea, opposite the golden beach.

Trouville Hotel, Sandown HHH

Split-level restaurant with For Further Information on this Tour, please refer to Page 44.

Holiday Itinerary

Friday Tweedmill in St. Asaph before arriving at Llandudno.

Saturday Enjoy a free day in Llandudno.

Sunday Beaumaris on the Isle of Angelsey, Snowdonia National Park including the Llanberis Pass & Betws-yCoed.

Monday The Roman City of Chester then homeward.

For Further Information on this Tour, please refer to Page 58 of our Autumn-Spring 2024-25 Brochure.

EASTER in Tynemouth

Included Excursions

Friday A wonderful day to discover the historic coastal village of Tynemouth.

Saturday Belsay Hall (Inc. a guided tour) & Newcastle.

Sunday Bamburgh Castle.

For Further Information on this Tour, please refer to Page 58 of our AutumnSpring 2024-25 Brochure.

Tynemouth Castle Inn, Tynemouth HHHH

Included Excursions

Saturday Luss & a Cruise on Loch Lomond, the ‘Rest & Be Thankful’ viewpoint & Inveraray.

Sunday Edinburgh, including the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

Monday Stirling Castle.

For Further Information on this Tour, please refer to Page 87.

Itinerary

Thursday The Ferry to the Isle of Man.

Friday A free day at leisure.

Saturday The Snaefell Mountain Railway & Laxey Wheel.

Sunday Milntown Estate & Ramsey.

Monday The Isle of Man Steam Railway & the National Folk Museum at Cregneash.

Tuesday Homeward Bound.

For Further Information on this Tour, please refer to Page 21.

Winnock Hotel, Drymen Nr Loch Lomond HHH

Snaefell

JERSEY & GUERNSEY

By Air

From cliffs coated with wildflowers to the beautiful beaches that fringe its shores, Jersey is a truly picturesque destination. Just 19 miles from France, the island effortlessly combines European sophistication with traditional British charm. With its unspoiled landscape, Jersey really is a place where you can get away from it all. Relax and enjoy the famed hospitality of its people and lose yourself in the Island’s winding lanes or on its breathtaking coast.

Alternatively, why not head to Guernsey, the second largest of the Channel Islands – Full of natural beauty, it provides a relaxing environment for a peaceful getaway. Winding lanes reveal rolling pastures, tree filled valleys, dotted with traditional Guernsey farmhouses, dramatic clifftop views and glorious sandy beaches –with a surprise around every corner!

Our Holidays to the Channel Islands on Pages 19-20 Include:

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Return Air Travel from Birmingham or East Midlands Airport with Aurigny Airlines or Blue Islands Airways**

) Return transfers between Jersey/Guernsey airport & hotel

) Half Board Accommodation

) Outlined Excursions

) One piece of hold luggage per person (20Kgs)

) All current taxes

Not included: All lunches

All Jersey & Guernsey Tours

Deposits – All Jersey Tours require a deposit of £250, payable at the time of booking.

All Air Holidays are weather permitting and that the itinerary may have to be varied for weather conditions. Please note that all flights are subject to airline confirmations and their finalised 2024/25 timetables. Your departure airports may be subject to change. Not all exact flight times are known at the time of our brochure going to press (Sep 2024). These will be advised with your final documentation approximately two weeks prior to departure.

All the flights and flight-inclusive holidays in this brochure are financially protected by the Civil Aviation Authority ATOL Scheme –Johnsons ATOL Number is 11451.

PASSPORTS

Whilst passports are not required for entry to the Channel Islands, increased security is such that most airlines now require that you produce valid photo identiﬁcation at check in. The following forms of ID are acceptable:

) Valid Passport

) Valid Photographic driving licence

) Citizen Card

However, if you are planning a trip to St. Malo in France from Jersey, a passport will be required.

CURRENCY

The island’s currency is Sterling. However, the island does have its own coins and notes which you may receive in change and it is worthwhile remembering that these are NOT accepted in the UK!

Petit Port, Guernsey

Mont Orgueil in Gorey, Jersey

© Visit Jersey

SECRETS OF JERSEY (By Air)

Based at the Golden Sands Hotel, St. Brelade’s Bay

The Golden Sands Hotel has been welcoming Johnson’s clients for nearly 40 years and is one of our most popular hotels with its glorious views over St. Brelade’s Bay. If you are looking for a holiday right on the beach then the Golden Sands is a perfect c

6 or 7 Nights from £1215

Tue 8-

Mon 14 Apr 2025

6 Nights | £1215

Tue 15-

Mon 21 Apr 2025

6 Nights | £1215

Tue 29 Apr-

Tue 6 May 2025

7 Nights | £1479

Tue 13Tue 20 May 2025 7 Nights | £1499

Tue 20Tue 27 May 2025 7 Nights | £1585

Tue 10Tue 17 Jun 2025 7 Nights | £1595 Tue 16Tue 23 Sep 2025 7 Nights | £1525

Tue 7Mon 13 Oct 2025

Nights | £1225 Tue 14Mon 20 Oct 2025

Nights | £1225 St. Brelade’s Bay

7 Night Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We transfer to East Midlands Airport for our ﬂight with Blue Island Airways to Jersey. Upon arrival, we are transferred to the Golden Sands Hotel, where we stay for 7 nights.

Day 2 Enjoy our included full-day island tour by coach, which will travel along the coast of Jersey from St. Brelade’s Bay to Corbiere Lighthouse. We then continue along St. Ouen’s Bay for a visit to the Jersey Pearl Centre before travelling to the rugged north coast cove of Greve De Lecq. In the afternoon we include a guided tour of the La Mare Wine Estate where we visit the beautiful vineyards, orchards, the Cognac style distillery and the chocolate production kitchen. Day 3 A day at leisure in resort.

The Golden Sands Hotel, St. Brelade’s Bay HHHH

Offering very high standards and occupying a magniﬁcent position directly on the seafront with gardens and a few shops near the hotel. Stylish restaurant, cocktail bar with wonderful views and quiet lounge.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Resort: On level seafront location.

Hotel: On level seafront location. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Day 4 Our day begins with a visit to the north-east coast and delightful Rozel Bay We visit Gorey to see the harbour and gardens, taking in some more lovely scenery as we return via St. Helier.

Day 5 A half day visit to the magniﬁcent Jersey Zoo. Jersey Zoo began as the ﬁrst ever conservation-themed zoo. Over 60 years later, Gerald Durrell’s animal haven is the natural place to discover some of the world’s most incredible creatures.

Whether you’re after fun, tranquillity, knowledge, or a place to soak up the sunshine, this beautiful 32-acre park has it all.

Day 6 A half day visit to the Jersey War Tunnels, where we discover the true story of the Occupation of Jersey during the dark days of World War II.

Day 7 A day at leisure in resort.

Day 8 We transfer to Jersey Airport for the ﬂight to East Midlands, and our onward journey home.

Note: The itinerary may vary according to weather conditions.

6 Night Holiday Itinerary

As above, but please delete Day 5 –These tours do not visit Jersey Zoo.

Jersey War Tunnels

Channel Islands

GUERNSEY & HERM (By Air)

Based at the Peninsula Hotel, Vale

6 Night Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We transfer to Birmingham Airport** for our ﬂight to Guernsey. Upon arrival, we are transferred to the Peninsula Hotel, where we stay for 6 nights.

Day 2 A tour of St. Peter Port. Afternoon at leisure.

Day 3 A guided tour of the north and east of the island.

Day 4 A free day to explore more of Guernsey. Local buses operate from nearby and provide easy access to the centre of St. Peter Port and the rest of the island.

Day 5 We join a catamaran for a visit to the lovely, peaceful island of Herm. There will be time to walk to Shell Beach (approx. 1.5 Km) or relax in the village of Herm Harbour. Please note that depending upon tides there may be some steep steps to negotiate at St. Peter Port.

Day 6 A free day to explore more of Guernsey.

Day 7 We transfer to Guernsey Airport for the ﬂight to Birmingham** and our onward journey home. Note: The itinerary may vary according to weather conditions.

Peninsula Hotel, Vale HHH

The hotel is situated on a small peninsula on the north-west coast of the island and with views over Grand Havre Bay. Spacious lounge, Sarnia Restaurant, Rendezvous Bar. Pitch & Putt Golf Course. A regular bus service connects you to St. Peter Port.

Mobility Grade: 5 – Locality: Level. Hotel: Level with a lift to all ﬂoors. Look What’s Included ) Door to Door

5 Night Holiday Itinerary

As above but please delete Day 6 from above itinerary as this our return day.

St. Peter Port

THE ISLE OF MAN

The Isle of Man has over 200 square miles of beautiful unspoilt countryside and a coastline with little coves and superb beaches. Our base is the island capital, Douglas, with its delightful promenade, Victorian pier and little specialist shops.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel north to Heysham to catch our ferry to Douglas Day 2 A free day to relax, settle in and explore Douglas.

Day 3 Today, we travel to Laxey Station, where we board a train on the Snaefell Mountain Railway to the top of the island’s highest mountain for spectacular views of the island (weather permitting!). We take the train back to Laxey and pay a visit to the Laxey Wheel

Day 4 We travel to the Milntown Estate dating back to the early 16th century. The Estate was once home to the Christian family, of which most of the famous is the HMS Bounty's Fletcher Christian. Milntown is also home to a ﬁne vintage car collection as well as beautifully maintained gardens that are perfect for exploring in all seasons. Continue to the island's second largest town Ramsey in the North, where you can venture around its extensive harbour.

Empress Hotel, Douglas

Our comfortable and elegant hotel is located on the Victorian promenade overlooking Douglas Bay and is just a short walk from the town centre. Restaurant & bar. Mobility Grade: 3 – Locality: Level. Hotel: 18 steps to entrance, but alternative entrance is available.

There is a lift to all ﬂoors and public areas have ramps.

Day 5 We discover the south coast today, beginning with a trip aboard the Isle of Man Steam Railway. We board the train in Douglas and travel through the countryside to the resort of Port Erin. We then continue by coach to The National Folk Museum at Cregneash

Day 6 We board our ferry to Heysham and continue south homewards to the Midlands.

The order of the days our excursions operate may be subject to alteration.

Thu 17Tue 22 Apr 2025 (EASTER) 5 Nights | £849 Fri 23Wed 28 May 2025

5 Nights | £1019 Thu 10Tue 15 Jul 2025

5 Nights | £949 Fri 12-

Wed 17 Sep 2025 5 Nights | £969

Tour Departs: 7.45am (Apr) 8.00am (May/Jul/Sep) Returns By: 5.00pm (All Dates)

What’s Included

Door to Door Service

Our own courier service

‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach ) Return ferry crossing Heysham/Douglas ) 5 nights half board ) Ride on the Snaefell Mountain Railway ) Laxey Wheel ) Entrance to the Milntown House & Estate

) The Isle of Man Steam Railway from Douglas to Port Erin

) Admission to Cregneash Folk Museum

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £60 (Apr) £84 (May) £70 (Jul/Sep)

Insurance: £42.50 (Apr/May) £44.50 (Jul/Sep) (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

HHH

Port Erin 5 Nights from £849

Laxey Wheel

The Isles of Scilly

THE STAR CASTLE HOTEL, ISLES OF SCILLY (By

Located on St. Mary’s, the largest island in the Isles of Scilly archipelago, the 4-star Castle Hotel is just a short 5-minute walk from Hugh Town. Nestling on the Garrison, it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding islands. Where we will discover stunning silvery white beaches, translucent turquoise seas and a rugged coastline bounded by golden gorse – this charming landscape, warmed by the breezes of the Gulf Stream, is the ideal escape for leisurely walking, peace and relaxation.

Nights from £1319

The Star Castle Hotel, St. Mary’s HHHH

This Grade I listed, family-run hotel, is located on the Garrison a short walk from the centre of St. Mary’s and the harbour, commanding breathtaking views of the stunning archipelago. With 38 bedrooms, the hotel boasts traditional 16th century castle accommodation within 3 acres of secluded gardens. Facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool, conservatory and 2 award-winning restaurants. There is also a lounge for teas, coffees and cream teas.

Mobility Grade: 2 – It is a steep walk to the castle. There are nine steps to the main entrance and many unavoidable steps throughout the hotel and grounds. There are many bedrooms on the ground, however we do not recommend this hotel for those with impaired or reduced mobility.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We transfer to Land’s End Airport for our short 20-minute ﬂight to St. Mary’s on the beautiful Isles of Scilly. Upon arrival we continue to our hotel for our ﬁvenight stay

Day 2-Day 5 At leisure in St. Mary’s. During our stay we include 3 excursions which will enable you to uncover the unique character and beauty of this archipelago.

Day 6 We return to the mainland where our coach will be waiting to whisk you homeward.

Included Excursions

Walking tour of St. Mary’s – A full-day guided walking tour of St. Mary’s, taking in Hugh Town, Harry’s Wall, Lower Moors and the Old Town.

Tresco – A crossing to the second largest island, Tresco, for a visit to the world famous Tresco Abbey Gardens. Established in the ruins of a Benedictine priory, they contain plants found nowhere else in Britain.

St. Martin’s or St. Agnes – A full day trip to the island of St. Martin’s with its beautiful beaches and scenery OR St. Agnes, which is only a mile wide. You then continue to the outer isles to view colonies of wild seals and birdlife.

Please note that mini coaches are used for island hotel transfers and that our excursions to Tresco and St. Martins or St. Agnes involve transportation by boat. Therefore, due to the nature of this holiday, customers with mobility difficulties may be limited in their enjoyment. Please be aware that the days on which the excursions will operate may be subject to change.

Wed 23Mon 28 Apr 2025 5 Nights | £1319

Look What’s Included ) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service ) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach transfers to/from Land’s End Airport

) 5 nights half board

) Return Skybus Flights from Land’s End to St. Mary’s ) Airport/Hotel Return transfers

) 3 outlined excursions

) 1 FREE day at leisure

Not included: All lunches

FLIGHTS: All our tours featured on Pages 22 & 23 to the Isles of Scilly include return ﬂights from Land’s End Airport to St. Mary’s on the Isles of Scilly.

Flights are with Skybus who operate the scheduled 20-minute ﬂying time with 19 & 8-seater aircraft.

The Airline Company ‘Skybus’ reserve the right to transfer passengers to the sea crossing in the event of ﬂight cancellations due to adverse weather conditions.

St. Mary’s

THE ENCHANTING ISLES OF SCILLY

The Isles of Scilly are five inhabited islands set amongst countless outcrops and islets. Although just 28 miles from Land’s End in Cornwall, their mild climate makes them a haven for flora and fauna. Holidays in the Scilly Isles offer the chance to catch water taxis to St. Martin's, with its untamed coastline, or visit tiny St. Agnes – home to just 72 people. Many of the outlying islands are pristine

solely by seals, birds and other wildlife, just perfect for exploring!

The Atlantic Inn, St. Mary’s, Isle of Scilly HHH

The hotel is located directly on the water’s edge overlooking the harbour. The hotel is an old inn, so bedrooms vary in shape and size. Delightful restaurant built over the water and Ocean Bar with sea views.

Mobility Grade: 2 – Town and hotel: Fairly level location. Hotel: Has no lift and frequent steps and stairs. Excursions include walking tours and sea launch journeys. Coaches are not used on the island.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We transfer to Land’s End Airport for our short 20-minute ﬂight to St. Mary’s on the beautiful Isles of Scilly. Upon arrival we continue to our hotel for our ﬁvenight stay

Day 2-Day 6 At leisure in St. Mary’s. During our stay we include 3 excursions which will enable you to uncover the unique character and beauty of this archipelago.

Day 7 We return to the mainland where our coach will be waiting to whisk you homeward.

Included Excursions

Walking tour of St. Mary’s – A full-day guided walking tour of St. Mary’s, taking in Hugh Town, Harry’s Wall, Lower Moors and the Old Town.

Please be aware that the days on which the excursions will operate may be subject to change.

Wed 9-

Tue 15 Apr 2025

6 Nights | £1499

Tue 15-

Mon 21 Apr 2025

6 Nights | £1499

Tue 6-

Mon 12 May 2025

6 Nights | £1595

Thu 5-

Wed 11 Jun 2025

6 Nights | £1649

Wed 23-

Tue 29 Jul 2025

6 Nights | £1739

29 Jul-

4 Aug

6 Nights | £1549 Tour Departs: 7.00am (9 Apr/6 May)

Tresco

England – South West

FALMOUTH & THE ROYAL DUCHY

Falmouth, the main resort of the South Cornish Riviera, has won popularity with its visitors that extends throughout the year. It boasts one of the highest average sunshine records in Britain and the gardens have a profusion of sub-tropical plants. Falmouth has a marvellous harbour with a range of boats from yachts to large ocean-going ships, overlooked by Pendennis Castle, one of Henry VIII's forts. Along the main high street there are quaint old shops standing beside famous stores, and as you walk along you will catch glimpses of the colourful harbour through the picturesque alleyways.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 After being collected from your home, we travel to Falmouth with comfort stops as required and a main stop for lunch before arriving late afternoon with time to relax before dinner.

Day 2 A day in Falmouth today. After your full cooked breakfast, we shall transfer you to the town quay where we have arranged for a 2-hour river cruise charter with commentary exploring the beautiful scenery and wildlife along the Fal River. Free time to explore the town or you may like to return to the hotel. Plenty of great pubs, cafes and restaurants to discover in the centre of town.

Affectionately known as the ‘Grand Old Lady of Falmouth’. Dating from 1865 with its impressive Victorian architecture and spacious interiors, the hotel commands a wonderful prime seafront location and excellent sea views. Restaurant, bars, lounge, health centre with sauna, solarium & jacuzzi.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Resort: Generally, level although access to the town area is quite hilly. Hotel: Level with a lift to most ﬂoors.

Situated in an unrivalled location overlooking Falmouth Bay yet close to the alleyways and streets of Falmouth. This hotel offers the perfect stay for those wishing to relax whilst enjoying the ﬁnest modern cuisine. It may not suit some and traditional it is not, but the 2 AA Rosettes restaurant offers a luxurious and mouthwatering experience not to be hurried! Leisure facilities include a sun terrace, indoor swimming pool and snooker room.

Day 3 A scenic tour to the very end of Cornwall! Travelling out via Marazion with superb views across to St. Michael’s Mount we continue to Land’s End, Britain's most south-westerly point and one of the country's most famous landmarks. From the 200-foothigh granite cliffs that rise out of the Atlantic Ocean you can gaze across to the Longships Lighthouse and out towards the Isles of Scilly, located some 28 miles away. We return via Penzance, the most westerly major town in Cornwall, where there is time to explore this attractive market town.

Day 4 Today we are immersed in the beauty of Cornwall's west coast as we take in the spectacular golden sands and seascapes as we travel along the St Ives Bay Line for a visit to picturesque St Ives with its idyllic harbour, pretty ﬁshermen cottages and unique shops and cafés.

) Door to Door Service

Mobility Grade: 4 – Cliff top position with Isolated steps throughout. Lift & disabled access. Look What’s Included

Day 5 After breakfast we depart our hotel, returning home in the afternoon.

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom ) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board ) Welcome drinks reception ) 2-Hour River Cruise

) Easy access train ride from St. Erth to St. Ives

Not included: All lunches

The Falmouth Hotel, Falmouth HHH

The Royal Duchy Hotel HHHH

THE CORNISHMAN

Falmouth is often regarded as the ‘Jewel of Cornwall’s Riviera’ – A picturesque coastal resort with the Old Town’s quaint streets and alleyways, the fascinating Maritime Museum, Pendennis Castle on the headland and beautiful beaches.

4 or

Your Included Excursions on All Tours

St. Ives We drive to St. Erth where we board the local train for the short journey to St. Ives. Here we discover one of Cornwall’s best loved resorts with its cobbled streets, winding alleyways, historic harbour and quaint ﬁsherman’s cottages.

Truro & Mevagissey We head to the Cornish Capital – Truro. Here, we are free to explore the cobbled streets and Georgian Houses or visit the stunning Cathedral. We then continue to the delightful ﬁshing village of Mevagissey

Additional Included Excursions on 6 Night Tour

Trebah Discover the majestic Trebah Gardens, a sub-tropical paradise set

Owned by the Andrew family for over forty years, the hotel enjoys a superb seafront position on Falmouth Bay. Covered sun lounge, Wellness sauna & spa pool and Jacuzzi. Restaurant, bar, lounge. Large dance ﬂoor & regular entertainment programme.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Town and hotel: Fairly level location. Hotel entrance has a slight incline & a few steps, but lift serves all ﬂoors. Due to the nature of the building, there are occasional steps on landings.

LOOE & THE CORNISH COAST

The pretty fishing town of Looe is a truly delightful and picturesque place, separated into two towns of East and West Looe by the River Looe flowing out to sea.

against a stunning coastal backdrop. We travel to Marazion where there are glorious views out to St. Michael's Mount – a tiny island that is simply oozing with legend, myth and history, from here, we continue to Porthleven All tours include a Day at leisure in Falmouth.

Sun 8Sat 14 Jun 2025

6 Nights | £915 Thu 9Mon 13 Oct 2025

4 Nights | £579

Tour Departs: 8.00am (Jun)

8.30am (Oct)

Returns By: 6.00pm (Jun)

5.30pm (Oct)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

) 4 or 6 nights half board

) Outlined Excursions

) Return train from St. Erth to St. Ives (4 & 6 night tours)

) Entrance to Trebah Gardens 6-night tour only)

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: Nil

Holiday Insurance: £43.50 (Jun)

£36 (Oct)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

4 Nights

Holiday

Itinerary

Day 1 A morning departure to Cornwall arriving in the afternoon for our 4-night stay.

Day 2 Today we visit Port Isaac which is a traditional ﬁshing village with a vibrant local community in north Cornwall and home to the TV series Doc Martin starring Martin Clunes. It is a truly picturesque village with steep, narrow winding streets lined with whitewashed cottages that head down to the harbour. We will then travel on to Padstow – a colourful and ancient town with old, crooked streets that slope down to the working harbour, whose produce has been made famous by Rick Stein's television series and acclaimed Seafood Restaurant Day 3 The impressive Eden Project is

Situated on the quayside of West Looe overlooking the river and East Looe, the Portbyhan offers stunning views from its unrivalled position. The restaurant offers fantastic views across the quayside, and the bar area has regular entertainment.

Mobility Grade: 3 – The locality is relatively ﬂat with a few steps at entrance. Isolated steps throughout the hotel but the hotel has a lift.

our destination today. Built as a global garden telling the story of man's developing relationship with plants.

Day 4 A morning excursion to Polperro a coastal village that was once a thriving centre for the area's smuggling activity.

Day 5 After breakfast we depart on our homeward journey to the Midlands.

Mon 10Fri 14 Mar 2025

4 Nights | £579

Tue 21Sat 25 Oct 2025

4 Nights | £599

Tour Departs: 10.00am (Mar)

9.30am (Oct)

Returns By: 4.30pm (Mar)

5.00pm (Oct)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom (10 Mar) with Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks and snacks or Club Class Extra Legroom Coach (21 Oct)

) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to the Eden Project Not included: All lunches

Classic River View: £40

Superior River View: £80

Double

The Membly Hall Hotel, Falmouth HHH

The Portbyhan Hotel, West Looe, Cornwall HHH

St. Ives Port Isaac

6 Nights from £579

from £579

England – South West

MULLION COVE & THE LIZARD PENINSULA

In a ‘World of its Own,’ the Mullion Cove Hotel is a celebration of quality, style and service. Combining traditional values with modern amenities in a simply unrivalled coastal setting situated on the Lizard Peninsula in South Cornwall, the hotel stands on the cliff top overlooking the harbour and fishing cove with uninterrupted sea views.

4 Nights from £815

The Mullion Cove Hotel HHHH

A unique and elegant destination on the Lizard Peninsula, the Mullion Cove Hotel features an AA Rosette-winning restaurant and offers spectacular sea views.

Atlantic View Restaurant, Art-Deco inspired bar, 3 lounges, garden & terrace.

Mobility Grade: 4 – All ground

ﬂoor facilities are on one level with lift access to all ﬂoors. The immediate locality is level, although the hotel does command a cliff top position.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel south, arriving at our hotel during the afternoon. Relax, settle in and enjoy a drinks reception before our ﬁrst delicious evening meal.

Tuesday After breakfast we travel to St. Erth where we board the local train for the short journey to St. Ives. Here we discover one of Cornwall’s best loved resorts with its cobbled streets, winding alleyways, historic harbour and quaint ﬁsherman’s cottages. A mecca for artists for many years, the town is home to the Tate Gallery St. Ives.

Wednesday We visit Porthleven – a historic and picturesque ﬁshing harbour overlooking Mounts Bay. We continue to Marazion, set on the shores of Mount Bay with its clean sandy beaches and stunning views towards Lizards Peninsula. Here, the more energetic can visit St. Michael’s Mount, alternatively, why not relax and soak up one of the ﬁnest views in the country. We return to our hotel in the afternoon for a cream tea.

Thursday This morning we visit Falmouth, a town renowned for its maritime heritage. In the afternoon we visit Trebah Gardens, a Cornish valley garden, rich with exotic blooms, vibrant tunnels of colour, and its own private beach.

Friday After breakfast it’s homeward bound.

Returns By: 5.00pm (Both Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Easy access train ride from St. Erth to St. Ives

) Trebah Gardens

Not included: All lunches Mon 7Fri 11 Apr 2025 4 Nights | £815 Mon 6Fri 10 Oct 2025 4 Nights | £849 Tour Departs: 9.30am (Apr) 8.30am (Oct)

Main Prices are based upon ‘Classic Rooms’ Sea View: £ 130

Sole Occupancy of Side Sea View: £380

Sole Occupancy of Sea View: £430

Sole Occupancy of Premier Room: £480

Holiday Insurance: £34 (Apr) £36 (Oct)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Porthleven

Trebah Gardens

CORNISH CHARM & ‘Poldark Country’

The fascination of the Cornish coast is legendary. A dramatic coastline, pretty fishing villages and ancient tales of smugglers combine to attract visitors from the world over.

4 or 5 Nights from £665

4 Night Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We depart during the morning and with a suitable stop for lunch en-route we arrive at our hotel, on the outskirts of Newquay, in time for dinner and our 4-night stay.

Day 2 This morning we visit Padstow, a charming picture-postcard working ﬁshing port. Free time in Newquay during the afternoon.

Day 3 A scenic drive west to Penzance travelling via Marazion with views of St. Michael’s Mount. Day 4 We visit the historic village of Charlestown, a popular ﬁlming location with credits including the BBC’s hugely successful Poldark TV series. Next, we visit the ﬁshing village of Mevagissey with its eclectic mix of shops, craft workshops, art galleries, cafés, pubs and restaurants. Day 5 We travel home with a convenient lunch stop en-route.

Fistral Beach Hotel, Newquay, Cornwall (Mar/May Tours)

Situated in a fantastic position overlooking Fistral Beach and only a short walk to the town centre in Newquay, this adult only hotel will be a popular choice with Johnson’s customers. All the bedrooms feature television, radio, telephone, Wi-Fi, iron/ironing board, hairdryer, safe and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel also features a bar a restaurant with stunning coastal views plus a leisure club and spa with indoor swimming pool.

This is an ADULTS ONLY hotel.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Resort: Cliff top walks. Hotel: Level location. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Additional Included Excursion on 5 Night Tours

England – South West

Mon 24Fri 28 Mar 2025

Fistral Beach Hotel 4 Nights | £665 Mon 26Fri 30 May 2025 Fistral Beach Hotel 4 Nights | £759 Sun 15Fri 20 Jun 2025

Esplanade Hotel 5 Nights | £998 Sun 5Fri 10 Oct 2025

Esplanade Hotel 5 Nights | £895 Tour Departs: 9.00am (Mar)/Jun) 8.30am (May/Oct) Returns By: 5.30pm (Mar) 5.45pm (May) 6.30pm (Jun/Oct)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom with complimentary on board hot and cold drinks (24 Mar) or ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach (26 May, 15 Jun & 5 Oct)

) 4 or 5 nights half board ) Live entertainment on some nights

) Lost Gardens of Heligan (5 Night Tours Only)

Taste of Cornwall Extra Inclusions on 23 March Tour

) Welcome Cream Tea upon arrival (23 Mar)

This morning, we visit the bustling city of Truro with its ﬂowing rivers, picturesque streets with 18th and 19th century townhouses and a magniﬁcent cathedral that dominates the city. In the afternoon we make our way to the Lost Gardens of Heligan. Lost since the outbreak of WW1, this mysterious garden was re-discovered in 1991 and beautifully restored to its former glory. A horticultural paradise for the plant lover and garden romantic.

The Esplanade Hotel, Newquay, Cornwall (Jun/Oct Tours)

The Esplanade Hotel beneﬁts from a great location overlooking Fistral Beach with outstanding views across the Fistral Bay. Restaurant, bar and regular entertainment programme. Indoor pool, Jacuzzi & sauna.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Resort: Cliff top walks. Hotel: Level location. Lift to all ﬂoors.

) Glass of Cider in Bay Bar at 6.00pm before dinner (24 Mar) ) Fish & Chip Supper (25 Mar) ) 5-course Taster Menu sampling

Cornish Sea Food & a glass of Camel Valley sparkling wine (27 Mar)

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £96 (4 Nights) £100 (5 Nights) Holiday Insurance: £34 (May 4 Nights) £44.50 (Jun/Oct 5 Nights) (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Mevagissey

Lost Gardens of Heligan

England – South West

CARLYON BAY HOTEL, ST. AUSTELL

The ‘Cream of Cornwall’

With its extraordinary location, Carlyon Bay is a truly special hotel. Stunning views are to be had all year round, especially from the Bay View Restaurant. During your stay at Carlyon Bay, you can enjoy free use of the hotel’s stunning spa or relax in the lounge

4 Nights from £739

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 A comfortable journey south, pausing for lunch en-route. Settle in and enjoy a drinks reception dinner.

Day 2 Today, we visit the Lost Gardens of Heligan After an introductory talk we are free to discover this secret kingdom including its sub-tropical jungle, vegetable, ﬂower & fruit gardens and the ‘Lost Valley.’ Later, we continue to the picture postcard ﬁshing village of Mevagissey where pubs, cafes, galleries and shops cluster around the harbour walls and line the pretty streets.

Carlyon Bay Hotel, St. Austell, Cornwall

HHHH

The hotel is set in 300 acres of grounds overlooking St. Austell Bay and has truly inspiring views. Bay View Restaurant, bar and lounge, spa bath, sauna and solarium.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality: Fairly level. Hotel: Minor steps to main entrance with ramp alternative. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Day 3 Today we visit the old harbour town of Padstow on the Camel Estuary, a ﬁne example of a Cornish ﬁshing port with a colourful busy harbour surrounded by medieval houses. The town is largely unspoilt with traditional pubs and restaurants including the famous seafood restaurant owned by top TV chef Rick Stein.

Explore the quaint narrow streets and interesting shops,’ maybe take a walk to the headland for some fabulous views of the estuary and distant hills.

Day 4 A short trip along the coast to Charlestown, known popularly as a ﬁlming location in the TV series

Poldark. The village has remained largely unchanged since the late 18th century. Visit the Shipwreck & Heritage Centre and stroll around the harbour, which is home to some of the largest Tall Ships in the world. In the afternoon, we return to our hotel for a sumptuous Cornish cream tea!

Day 5 After breakfast we depart our hotel, returning home during the afternoon.

Mon 3Fri 7 Mar 2025

4 Nights | £739

Mon 31 MarFri 4 Apr 2025 4 Nights | £779 Thu 26Mon 30 Jun 2025 4 Nights | £895

Mon 6Fri 10 Oct 2025 4 Nights | £879

Tour Departs: 9.30am (Mar)/Jun) 8.30am (Oct)

Returns By: 5.00pm (All Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Outlined Excursions

) The Lost Gardens of Heligan ) Shipwreck & Heritage Centre

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: Nil

Superior Single: £40

Double for Sole Use: £200 (Mar) £250 (Jun/Oct)

Holiday Insurance: £34 (Mar) £36 (Jun/Oct)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Padstow

Charlestown

PICTUREBOOK NORTH DEVON

Based at either the Imperial, Barnstaple or Saunton Sands Hotel

Picturesque North Devon has some of the most beautiful coastline in the British Isles, studded with tiny harbour-towns, quaint villages, excellent beaches and cliff-top walks, all designated as “an area of outstanding natural beauty”. North Devon is also bordered by the Exmoor National Park, renowned for its striking countryside, coastal views and herds of wild deer. Our base for this holiday is the ancient market town of Barnstaple*, reputed to be one of the oldest boroughs in the United Kingdom, set on the banks of the River Taw. Alternatively, our departures on the 16 Jun & 29 Sep will be based at the Imperial’s sister hotel, Saunton Sands at nearby Braunton.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel south, arriving at our hotel mid-afternoon. Relax, settle in and enjoy a drinks reception before our ﬁrst delicious evening meal.

Day 2 We visit RHS Rosemoor Gardens. This 40-acre garden, lying in the Torridge Valley, close to Great Torrington, offers a something for all garden lovers: * The mature Lady Anne’s Garden and its adjacent arboretum * Formal gardens * Rock gorge * Stream & bog gardens * Enchanting lake * 200 variety of roses * Colour themed gardens * Herb garden & potager * Extensive herbaceous borders * Cottage garden * Foliage & plantsman’s garden * Fruit & vegetable garden.

Imperial Hotel,

Located in the centre of Barnstaple, overlooking the River Taw, just a short walk from the shops. With the old-style charm of a traditional townhouse hotel, the Imperial has become a ﬁrm favourite of our clients. Restaurant, ‘Colours’ Bar, comfortable lounge and garden terrace.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality: Flat. Hotel: Public areas level. Lift to all ﬂoors.

The Saunton Sands hotel is a classic 4-star art-deco style hotel overlooking three miles of Atlantic facing golden sands backed by some of the highest sand dunes in the country. Restaurant, café, bar, lounges, snooker/billiards, leisure complex with sauna, solarium, gymnasium & beauty salon/manicure.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Seafront location with public rooms and bedrooms on different levels, however all ﬂoors are served by a lift.

Day 3 In the morning we are free to enjoy the old-world charm and friendly atmosphere of Barnstaple’s historic Pannier Market. Today’s market specialises in antiques and collectibles. In the afternoon, we visit the charming village of Woolacombe, where magniﬁcent scenery meets the swell of the Atlantic waves along the spectacular North Devon coast. Return to our hotel for evening dinner.

Day 4 Today we enjoy a visit to Hartland Abbey, the cherished home of the Stucley family with treasures and memorabilia collected over many generations. (Guided Tour & Cream Tea included). The beautiful 18th century walled and woodland gardens, the walks and the parkland provide visitors with extensive grounds through which to wander and enjoy the stunning valley leading down to the rugged Atlantic cove and cottage at Blackpool Mill.

Day 5 After breakfast we are homeward bound.

Mon 21Fri 25 Apr 2025

Imperial Hotel 4 Nights | £745

Mon 16Fri 20 Jun 2025

Saunton Sands 4 Nights | £925

Sun 27Thu 31 Jul 2025

Imperial Hotel 4 Nights | £825 Sun 7Thu 11 Sep 2025

Imperial Hotel 4 Nights | £825 Mon 29 SepFri 3 Oct 2025

Saunton Sands 4 Nights | £795

Tour Departs: 9.00am (Apr) 10.30am (Jun/Jul) 10.00am (Sep Both Dates) Returns By: 5.00pm (Apr) 4.30pm (Jun/Jul/Sep Both Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to RHS Rosemoor Gardens

) Guided Tour of Hartland Abbey with included Cream Tea

Not Included: All lunches

The

Barnstaple HHHH

Hartland Abbey

Saunton Sands Hotel, Nr Braunton HHHH

England – South West

RELAXED NORTH DEVON With Brend Hotels

North Devon is a delightful mixture of dramatic coastline and magnificent moorland scenery, sprinkled with unspoilt resorts, bustling market towns and quaintly named villages.

4 Nights from £739

BIDEFORD & Delightful North Devon

North Devon is an enchanting, often forgotten region of the country with such a variety of beautiful countryside scenery – rolling hills, hidden woodlands, spectacular rivers, rocky coves and long sandy beaches and sleepy hidden hamlets.

4 Nights from £589

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We head for the West Country making a suitable stop for lunch enroute, arriving in Barnstaple during the afternoon.

Monday A morning visit to RHS Rosemoor, where you can stroll around the enchanting and meticulously crafted 65-acre garden.

Tuesday It is market day in bustling Barnstaple and the morning is free to explore this ancient borough. In the afternoon, we enjoy a gentle ride out to Appledore

Wednesday Today we visit Hartland Abbey & Gardens for a guided tour of

The Park Hotel, Barnstaple HHHH

The Park Hotel is set in a quiet corner of the bustling market town of Barnstaple. Spacious restaurant, bar & lounge, sun terrace overlooking Rock Park.

The Barnstaple Hotel, Barnstaple HHH

Perfectly positioned near the town centre, facilities include Restaurant, spacious lounges, 3 bars and coffee shop. Health & Leisure Club including indoor & outdoor pool, sauna & solarium. Mobility Grade: 3 – Both hotels are on the level. At the Park Hotel, most rooms are on the 1st floor, with a limited number of ground floor rooms available in the Garden Court Annexe. Lift access to most floors. At the Barnstaple Hotel, all public rooms are on the one floor, no lift but ground floor rooms available.

this cherished family home. Thursday Homeward bound.

Sun 11Thu 15 May 2025 Barnstaple Hotel 4 Nights | £739 Sun 17Thu 21 Aug 2025 Park Hotel 4 Nights | £739

Tour Departs: 10.30am (Both Dates) Returns By: 4.00pm (May) 4.30pm (Aug)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Guided Tour of Hartland Abbey & Gardens

) Entrance to RHS Rosemoor

Not included: All lunches

Barnstaple Hotel

Double for Sole Use: £160

Pool View: £60

Holiday Insurance: £34

Park Hotel

Single Room: £40

Double for Sole Use: £160

Superior Room: £120

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 Travelling to the West Country, we pause at Clark’s Village, Street. Later, we continue to our hotel with time to settle in before dinner.

Day 2 We visit the picturesque resort of Lynmouth where we have time to explore the narrow streets and maybe take the cliff railway to the twin village of Lynton. From here we make our way through scenic ‘Little Switzerland’, as the region is known, to the lovely village of Dunster, with its famous castle and octagonal Yarn Market. Our return takes us through Exford and the Exmoor National Park

Day 3 A morning at leisure in resort. Why not discover Bideford’s Pannier Market? In the afternoon, we visit the charming ﬁshing village of Appledore with fabulous coastal views.

Standing at the eastern end of the ancient Bideford Bridge, the Royal Hotel is steeped in history. As Bideford's ﬁnest hotel, you can rely on the Royal for a warm Brend Hotels welcome among stylish and peaceful surroundings. Regency Restaurant, lounge and bar area.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Location and hotel: Fairly level, slight hill into town. Lift to all ﬂoors.

a short drive away before returning to our hotel.

Day 5 Sadly, we are homeward bound.

The Royal Hotel, Bideford HHH

Day 4 We visit RHS Rosemoor Gardens and Dartington Crystal Visitors Centre

RHS Rosemoor

Lynmouth

MINEHEAD & SPECTACULAR SOMERSET

Minehead is where Exmoor meets the sea. Sitting on the very edge of the National Park, it is ideal for lovers of the coast and the countryside and offers traditional seaside fun, with its promenade and long, sandy beach, and pebble beach near the harbour, which stretches for a mile and gives views across the Bristol Channel to Wales. Today it remains a popular seaside resort and was once a port and the haunt for smugglers. Quay Town is the oldest surviving part of the resort with 14th century fishermen’s cottages.

The Northﬁeld Hotel, Minehead HHH

The Northﬁeld Hotel is located on the lower slopes of North Hill in nearly 2 acres of landscaped gardens, just half a mile from the centre of Minehead. It enjoys farreaching views overlooking the bay and with the rugged Quantock Hills visible in the distance. All rooms are well appointed, with en-suite bath or shower, digital TV, tea facilities and complementary Wi-Fi. Facilities include a heated indoor swimming pool and outside there are lovely terraces where you can enjoy a drink as well as plenty of indoor areas to relax and enjoy your surroundings. The restaurant is spread over three areas with a relaxed atmosphere. Mobility Grade: 4 – Easy access throughout with lift to all ﬂoors.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Departing Henley-in-Arden we journey south west. We pause for lunch en-route before arriving at our hotel in the afternoon for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday This morning we drive to Tiverton, where we enjoy a 1½ cruise on the Great Western Canal on-board one of the last remaining horse-drawn barges in Great Britain. The ‘Tivertonian’ is a truly unique living heritage from a time before steam! The canal was built in 1814 for primary use of the lime trade and stretches for 11 miles. Tub-boats worked for over 100 years conveying stone from local quarries to Tiverton Wharf. The area is now a local nature reserve and country park.

Wednesday After breakfast, we take a relaxing heritage train ride from Minehead to the village of Bishops Lydeard on the scenic West Somerset Railway. Next, we visit Cleeve Abbey, one of Somerset’s undiscovered jewels. Here, we catch a glimpse of monastic life 800 years ago. This Cistercian Abbey is a haven of peace and tranquillity that contains one of the ﬁnest cloister buildings in England.

Thursday Today, our included excursion takes us along the North Devon Coast, to the charming twin resorts of Lynton and Lynmouth, spectacularly situated on the northern edge of the Exmoor National Park and linked by a cliff railway.

Friday Departing after breakfast we visit historic Dunster – Situated in the sweeping hills of Exmoor National Park, Dunster is one of the most popular places on Exmoor for visitors. It is a medieval village that appears to be ‘locked in time’ with an ancient castle, priory, dovecote, yarn market, inns, packhorse bridge and a mill. From here we commence our journey homeward.

What’s Included ) Door to Door Service ) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Horse-drawn Great Western Canal Cruise

) The West Somerset Railway

) Cleeve Abbey Not included: All lunches

England – South West

THURLESTONE HOTEL, South Devon Salcombe –

Kingsbridge – Dartmouth

Overlooking the beautiful coast of South Devon, the 4-star Thurlestone Hotel is a lovely destination for

by the Grose family since 1896.

4 Nights from £949

Nights | £949 Sun 28 SepThu 2 Oct 2025

The Thurlestone Hotel, Nr Kingsbridge, Devon HHHH

The hotel is a luxurious, classic, family-run 4-star country hotel looking out across the sea. Relax, unwind and indulge in style, to get away from it all. Owned by the Grose family since 1896, the Thurlestone Hotel is in a class of its own. For over 120 years, guests have enjoyed its character, hospitality and ﬁrst-class service. Restaurant with panoramic views, bar, lounge, gardens & terrace, separate Village Inn. 9-hole par 3 golf course, tennis courts, badminton, squash courts and croquet lawn. Indoor & outdoor pools and full leisure and spa facilities.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We travel south, arriving at Kingsbridge during the afternoon, and the short onward transfer to our hotel. Relax, settle in and enjoy a drinks reception before our ﬁrst delicious evening meal.

Monday A morning excursion to nearby Salcombe, a beautiful coastal town sitting on the Salcombe estuary.

The town is full of pretty boutique shops, where you will ﬁnd high street brands and independent producers, as well as art galleries and gift shops. We return for a leisurely afternoon at our hotel where a cream tea will be served.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Although the hotel is terraced into the local landscape, easy access throughout with lifts to all ﬂoors. Look What’s Included ) Door to Door Service ) Our own courier service ) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom ) Fully reclining

Tuesday Today our excursion takes us to Saltram (NT) – a magniﬁcent Georgian mansion with tranquil parkland and gardens. One of the Trust's hidden treasures, Saltram makes for a perfect day out – situated so close to Plymouth and yet in a world of its own! The magniﬁcent house with its original contents gives a fascinating insight into the rich and sophisticated country-estate life.

Wednesday We transfer to Kingsbridge before continuing to the seafaring port of Dartmouth, with its imposing Royal Naval College. Here, we include a scenic Dart River Cruise, so sit back, relax and enjoy the wonderful scenery. We return via Start Bay passing the shingle beaches of Slapton Sands to Torcross, where we can discover the Sherman Tank Memorial – a memorial to the 749 American Servicemen who lost their lives during the D-Day Landing rehearsals.

Thursday After breakfast we depart our hotel, returning home in the afternoon.

Salcombe

Slapton Sands

England – South West

SPRINGTIME IN TORQUAY

Join us on this cosy Springtime break to the popular resort of Torquay, staying at the gracious Headland Hotel & Spa. It is the perfect trip to help banish those winter blues.

4 Nights £575

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel to the West Country, making a suitable stop for lunch enroute and arrive at our hotel during the early afternoon.

Tuesday Our ﬁrst visit today is to Paignton. Explore the harbour and sheltered coves or enjoy a stroll along the promenade. In the afternoon we head for the port of Brixham with its quaint narrow streets heading up from the waterfront. In the harbour is a replica of the Golden Hind, Sir Frances Drake’s ship. Watch the many boats heading across the bay to Torquay and beyond.

Majestically

Wednesday Today is your chance to explore Torquay. Known as the ‘Queen of the English Riviera’ Torquay is one of England’s best loved resorts. Explore the harbour, enjoy a stroll along the promenade or some shopping in the town centre. Relax in and around the hotel and watch the world go by.

Thursday First, we visit the market town of Totnes with its variety of shops and historic buildings. We continue to delightful Dartmouth. The River Dart is busy with boats of all shapes and sizes, and the town hosts the Royal Naval College. We have time for lunch here before we return to the hotel late afternoon.

Friday Homeward bound.

TORQUAY & DARTMOOR DELIGHTS

The popular seaside resort of Torquay is our base for this lovely tour, which includes a river cruise and steam train excursion, plus the services of a local guide for a day.

4 Nights from £739

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Outlined Excursions

) 2 Nights Hotel Entertainment

Not included: All lunches

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel to the West Country, making a suitable stop for lunch en-route and arrive at our hotel during the early afternoon.

Tuesday We travel to Topsham for a delightful cruise on the River Exe followed by a scenic rail journey. Once a thriving port, Topsham is now a pretty maritime town with a mix of fascinating architecture, from 17th and 18th century Dutch style merchants' houses to antique tea shops and pubs. We continue to Exmouth – a lively town with 2 miles of golden sands where the Exe meets the sea.

Wednesday A local guide will join us

Majestically overlooking Meadfoot Beach and the sea, set on the headland, the Headland is around 15 minutes’ walk to the Beach and Centre. Originally built for the Romanoff’s, the Russian Royal Family, this is an excellent seaside hotel with good food and a choice menu, dining at leisure and 2-night entertainment.

All bedrooms are en-suite and have television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities.

Bars, restaurant, lounge area, gardens and spa & hydro pools.

Mobility Grade: 3 – The hotel has a lift which serves most Floors.

for a full day excursion through the beautiful scenery of Dartmoor Guides will have their preferred routes and stopping points but the tour will include the ancient market town of Tavistock, an opportunity to view Buckfast Abbey (cost not included) and hopefully views of the lovely wild ponies for which Dartmoor is famous.

Thursday A day at leisure in Torquay Friday Homeward bound.

Room: £136

Insurance: £36

The Headland Hotel, Torquay HHH

Torquay

Exmouth

England – South West

SAILING & STEAMING IN DELIGHTFUL DEVON

Join us for our South Devon Coast Tour where we enjoy a boat cruise on the River Exe, a ride on the South Devon Railway and free time in Exeter and Dartmouth. We are based at the popular Livermead Cliff Hotel, overlooking the English Riviera town of Torquay.

A WEEK IN THE ENGLISH RIVIERA

The beautiful county of Devon is a delight to visit at any time of year. On this tour for summer, we feature Paignton, the steam railway, a cruise and a visit to historic Plymouth, as well as the delightful towns along the English Riviera and Dartmoor National Park.

4 Nights from £659

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We travel to the West Country, arriving at the Livermead Cliff Hotel for our 4-night stay.

Monday We head to Kingsbridge, ‘capital’ of South Devon, with a chance to look around the pleasant town. Moving on we head for delightful Dartmouth with its many naval connections, including the Royal Naval College. We have lunchtime prior to enjoying a scenic 1-hour cruise along the beautiful River Dart

Tuesday This morning we explore ‘Bygones’, a deceptively large and fascinating attraction that brings Britain’s past and childhood memories to life. We continue to Torre Abbey, set within 18 acres of garden and parkland. It houses an impressive art collection.

Wednesday This morning we drive into

Located in an enviable position, the hotel operates with a smooth efficiency and is located directly on the water’s edge just a short bus ride from the town centre. Restaurant, lounge area overlooking the sea, sun terrace & bar.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Resort: Level seafront and promenade. Hotel: Some rooms are accessed by lift and several steps. Ramp alternative to front entrance. A few steps in public areas.

Newton Abbot where today is market day. Next, we enjoy a ride on the South Devon Railway, from Buckfastleigh to Totnes Thursday Homeward bound.

Sun 25Thu 29 May 2025

4 Nights | £659

Sun 3Thu 7 Aug 2025

4 Nights | £665

Sun 26Thu 30 Oct 2025

4 Nights | £679

Tour Departs: 10.30am (All Dates)

Returns By: 5.30pm (May) 4.00pm (Aug/Oct)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach (25 May & 3 Aug) or Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom & Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks (26 Oct)

) 4 nights half board

) Outlined Excursions

) 1-Hour River Dart Cruise

) Entrance to ‘Bygones’ & Torre Abbey

) South Devon Railway

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £40

Holiday Insurance: £34 (May)

£36 (Aug/Oct)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

7 Nights £1095

Holiday Itinerary

Friday A leisurely journey to the West Country for our 7-night stay.

Saturday Today, we visit Torquay

Why not take a scenic walk along the pier and promenade and visit the Royal Terrace Gardens?

Sunday This morning we visit Brixham, an attractive port fringed with a tumble of colourful cottages on the surrounding hillsides.

Monday We join the Dartmouth Steam Railway for a delightful and nostalgic ride along the coast and across to the scenic Dart Valley to Kingswear. Here we take the ferry across the harbour to historic Dartmouth. We have time for lunch and to explore the town before we enjoy a 1-hour cruise along the beautiful River Dart. Afterwards, we take the ferry to Kingswear and join the train for the ride back to Paignton

Part of the prestigious Duchy Hotels Group, the comfortable family-run Queens Hotel stands around 200 yards from Paignton seafront and is an ideal base for this tour. Restaurant, lounge/bar plus entertainment room with regular evening entertainment. Hotel facilities include indoor heated swimming pool.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Easy access through. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Tuesday Today’s excursion takes us to the historic maritime City of Plymouth, including a boat trip on the Tamar around the harbour and naval dockyards

Wednesday This morning we journey to Buckfast Abbey and enjoy a scenic drive through the beautiful Dartmoor National Park

Thursday A free day in Paignton. Friday Homeward bound.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

) 7 nights half board nightly hotel entertainment is provided each evening (Except

The Livermead Cliff Hotel, Torquay HHH

The Queens Hotel, Paignton HHH

River Dart Cruise Dartmouth Steam Railway

DAWLISH DELIGHTS

At

the Langstone Cliff Hotel

Dawlish is a fascinating little regency town huddled attractively between steep surrounding hills. There are several popular beaches here including Dawlish Warren –a popular destination in its own right.

‘SPRING

IS IN THE AIR’ At Sidmouth

As winter turns to spring, this beautiful resort blossoms. Spring flowers begin to provide an array of colour and the bay starts to turn to blue again. Sidmouth is a small, unhurried and unspoilt resort of charm and elegance, with a flat promenade.

4 Nights from £759 4 Nights

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday Enjoy a leisurely journey to Dawlish arriving during the afternoon.

Monday We visit Powderham Castle, the historic family home of the Duke of Devon dating from 1390, set in a beautiful deer park on the banks of the River Exe. We enjoy a guided tour through the majestic rooms, with fascinating stories from the castle’s rich history. Later, we return to the delightful regency coastal town of Dawlish for free time.

Tuesday We make our way towards Budleigh Salterton where we enjoy a visit to the privately-owned Bicton Park Botanical Gardens. Spanning nearly 300 years of horticultural history, these magniﬁcent

Langstone Cliff

Set in 19 acres of peaceful woodland overlooking the Exe estuary and just a short walk from the beach via a public footpath. 64 comfortable bedrooms located on just 2 ﬂoors with 10 rooms located on the ground ﬂoor, restaurant, bar, lounge, garden, terrace, games room, indoor pool (all year) & outdoor pool (seasonal).

Mobility Grade: 4 – Resort: Generally level. Hotel: On the level with a few isolated steps and a lift to all ﬂoors.

Grade I gardens are set in Devon’s picturesque Otter Valley. Following this visit we re-join the coach and make our way to Sidmouth, where we enjoy free time to explore.

Wednesday We journey across the width of the Dartmoor National Park with its extreme beauty and wild ponies to Princetown, then on to the ancient market town of Tavistock, returning via Oakhampton Thursday Homeward bound.

Sun 29 JunThu 3 Jul 2025

4 Nights | £769 Sun 7Thu 11 Sep 2025 4 Nights | £759

Tour Departs: 10.00am (Both Dates)

Returns By: 4.30pm (Both Dates)

)

Single Room: £84

Balcony Room (On Req) £80

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Holiday Itinerary

Tuesday A leisurely journey to Sidmouth, making a suitable stop for lunch en-route, we arrive at our hotel in the afternoon for our 4-night stay.

Wednesday A day at leisure for you to explore and enjoy all that Sidmouth has to offer, not forgetting the beautiful Connaught Gardens.

Thursday We travel to the Cathedral City of Exeter. On arrival we will enjoy a guided tour of the city with an afternoon to explore at leisure.

Friday We drive to Exmouth where we include a leisurely river cruise. The Exe is a feeding ground for seals so keep a watchful eye open as we sail through the calm sheltered waters of the Exe.

One of our clients’ favourites and for over 50 years under the direct and careful management of its owners, the Seward family. The hotel enjoys a superb seafront location on the Esplanade with excellent sea views. Two sea view lounges and attractive dining room.

Mobility Grade: 5 – Resort: On the level. Hotel: On the level. Few steps. Lift to most ﬂoors. Steps to some bedrooms.

With live commentary this cruise will give you a full insight into the history and scenic splendour of the area including the resident and visiting wildlife.

Saturday We commence our homeward journey, arriving home during the afternoon.

Tue 15Sat 19 Apr 2025

4 Nights | £629

Tour Departs: 10.30am

Returns By: 4.00pm

Single Room: Nil

Sea View: £64

Holiday Insurance: £34

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

The

Hotel, Dawlish Warren HHH

The Kingswood

Devoran Hotel, Sidmouth HHH

Dartmoor National Park

Sidmouth

England – South West

RELAXING REGENCY SIDMOUTH

We are delighted to be returning to the lovely East Devon resort of Sidmouth with a selection of 5 dates to the popular hotels of the Royal York & Faulkner Hotel or the Kingswood & Devoran A town caught still in a timeless charm – Sidmouth is a beautiful coastal town and a perfect base to discover some of the highlights of South Devon.

5 Night Holiday Itinerary at the Royal York & Faulkner

Day 1 A leisurely journey to Sidmouth with a convenient lunch stop en-route.

Day 2 This morning we visit Bicton Park Botanical Gardens. Spanning nearly 300 years of horticultural history, this magniﬁcent grade I listed garden is set in the picturesque Otter Valley. The superbly landscaped park combines 18th century tranquillity with modern amenities to provide all year-round enjoyment including historic glasshouses, a countryside museum and the Bicton Woodland Railway train ride.

Day 3 A free day to relax and enjoy this charming and elegant resort.

Day 4 We make our way to inspirational Buckfast Abbey, located on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park

The Royal York & Faulkner Hotel, Sidmouth HHH

A popular, well appointed, familyowned and run hotel, in the centre of the Esplanade, overlooking the sea and adjacent to the town centre. Restaurant, two bars, three comfortable lounges, hydrotherapy pool (extra charge).

Mobility Grade: 5 – Resort: Generally Level. Hotel: On the level with a few steps to some public rooms and a lift to all ﬂoors. Please note that our 8th March departure offers ‘Singles Galore’!

We continue to Buckfastleigh where we enjoy a return train journey on the South Devon Railway**

(**There is no service on the South Devon Railway during our visit to the area in March – Therefore our scenic excursion will be extended for us to discover more of the Dartmoor National Park).

Day 5 This morning we travel to Slade House Farm and visit the Donkey Sanctuary – home to 200 donkeys who live in small groups which can be seen on many of the walks around the sanctuary. We return in the afternoon to Sidmouth for free time.

Day 6 We travel home with a convenient lunch stop en-route.

(For our 4 Night Tours at this Hotel please delete Day 5 from the above itinerary)

The Kingswood & Devoran Hotel, Sidmouth HHH

Mobility Grade: 5 – Resort: On the level. Hotel: On the level. Few steps. Lift to most ﬂoors. Steps to some bedrooms.

Sat 8

Wed 12 Mar 2025

Royal York & Faulkner Hotel

4 Nights | £625

Fri 2Tue 6 May 2025

Royal York & Faulkner Hotel 4 Nights | £729 Sat 5Thu 10 Jul 2025

Royal York & Faulkner Hotel 5 Nights | £899

Wed 10Mon 15 Sep 2025

Royal

7 Night Holiday Itinerary at the Kingswood & Devoran

Monday A leisurely journey to Sidmouth, making a suitable stop for lunch en-route.

Tuesday Today we visit the seaside town of Seaton where we take a return ride on the narrow-gauge tramway through the Axe Valley. We return via the popular Donkey Sanctuary for a short visit.

Wednesday A further day at leisure to explore this lovely resort.

Thursday Today we visit Powderham Castle, the family home of the Earl of Devon. Enjoying a unique picturesque setting within an ancient deer park beside the Exe estuary. Afterwards we visit the nearby, traditional seaside resort of Dawlish

Friday We travel to the Cathedral City of Exeter. On arrival we will enjoy a guided tour of the city with an afternoon to explore at leisure.

Saturday A day at leisure in Sidmouth.

Sunday We drive to Exmouth where we include a leisurely river cruise.

The Exe is a feeding ground for seals so keep a watchful eye open as we sail through the calm sheltered waters of the Exe.

Monday Homeward bound.

Look What’s Included ) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service ) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom & Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks (8 Mar & 2 May) OR Club Class Extra Legroom Coach (5 Jul, 10 Sep, 29 Sep) ) 4, 5 or 7 nights half board ) Outlined Excursions ) Bicton Botanical Gardens (All 4 & 5 Day Tours) South Devon Railway (2 May, 5 Jul, 10 Sep) ) Donkey Sanctuary (5 Jul, 10 Sep & 29 Sep) ) Powderham Castle (29 Sep) ) Guided Tour of Exeter (29 Sep) ) Exe River Cruise (29 Sep)

Not Included: All lunches

Sidmouth

Seaton Tramway

LUXURY SIDMOUTH

At the Victoria or Belmont Hotel

Sidmouth is a charming and elegant resort and remains our most popular destination – the timeless charm and unhurried way of life offers the perfect recipe for relaxation. There is a long, flat promenade which is overlooked by Regency buildings, along with wonderful views of the softly curving bay.

4 Nights from £705

Belmont Hotel Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel south, making a suitable lunch stop en-route, arriving at our hotel mid-afternoon. Relax, settle in and enjoy a drinks reception before our ﬁrst delicious evening meal.

Day 2 A free day to explore and enjoy the many attractions that Sidmouth has to offer. Make the most of your hotels luxurious surroundings and enjoy a sumptuous Devon cream tea!

Day 3 Drive through the beautiful scenery and picturesque villages of Dartmoor National Park with a lunch stop in the thriving market town of Tavistock situated in the heart of an area of tremendous natural beauty after lunch we continue our scenic drive to

The Victoria stands proudly at the western end of Sidmouth seafront, in 5 acres of manicured grounds which offer truly glorious views over the bay and is only a short walk from the timeless charms of the town centre. Restaurant, lounge/bar, sun lounge, games room, snooker room & table tennis, indoor pool, sauna & solarium.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality: Fairly level. Hotel: Occasional steps with lift to all ﬂoors.

Buckfastleigh where we will visit Buckfast Abbey, located in the centre of this picturesque village on the edge of Dartmoor, home to a community of Benedictine Monks, at the heart of Buckfast is the Abbey and Monastery, the site also includes beautiful, spacious gardens, restaurant and numerous shops.

Day 4 We drive to Exmouth where we include a leisurely river cruise. The Exe is a feeding ground for seals so keep a watchful eye open as we sail through the calm sheltered waters of the Exe. With live commentary this cruise will give you a full insight into the history and scenic splendour of the area including the resident and visiting wildlife.

The Belmont Hotel, Sidmouth HHHH

A luxurious former Victorian summer residence, the hotel retains much of its tranquillity and charm. It stands at the end of Sidmouth's striking esplanade and is just a short stroll from the town centre. Elegant restaurant and bar/lounge. Delightful gardens and use of superb leisure facilities at the Victoria Hotel next door.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Locality: Fairly level. Hotel: Occasional steps, some bedrooms have steps inside the rooms. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Day 5 After breakfast we depart our hotel and after making a suitable stop for lunch en-route we arrive home in the afternoon.

Victoria Hotel Holiday Itinerary

As above – Except on Day 3 we substitute the Dartmoor National Park Excursion for a visit to Lyme Regis –a coastal resort that boasts breathtaking scenery and holds a special mystique. Its historic Cobb and harbour are iconic features, set against moody blue cliffs yielding fossilised evidence of life on earth millions of years ago. (Please note that access to the town and promenade from the coach park is via a steep incline and may prove challenging for those with reduced mobility).

Belmont Hotel

Single Room: NIL

Double for Sole Use: £184 (Mar)

£230 (May) £250 (Jun/Jul/Aug) £240 (Oct)

Single Sea View: £200

Side Sea View: £100

Deluxe Double/Twin: £100

Holiday Insurance: £34 (Mar/May) £36 (Jun/Jul/Aug/Oct)

Victoria Hotel

Single Room: Nil

Double for Sole Use: £240

Sea View: £100

Sea View Deluxe: £180

Holiday Insurance: £34 (Apr)

£36 (Oct)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Mon 10Fri 14 Mar 2025

Belmont Hotel 4 Nights | £705 Mon 21Fri 25 Apr 2025

Victoria Hotel 4 Nights | £825

Mon 26Fri 30 May 2025

Hotel 4 Nights |

Nights

4 Nights | £849 Tour Departs: 9.00 (Apr) 10.00am (Mar/27 Oct) 10.30am (May/Jun/Jul/Aug/5 Oct) Returns By: 4.00pm (May/30 Jun/Jul/Aug (Both Dates) 4.30pm (Mar/1 Jun) 5.00pm (Oct Both Dates) 5.30pm (Apr)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom ) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Devonshire cream tea

) Outlined Excursions

) River Exe Cruise

Not Included: All lunches

The Victoria Hotel, Sidmouth HHHH

Buckfast Abbey

England – South West

WEYMOUTH & The Jurassic Coast

Weymouth is a classic holiday resort situated on the great sweep of Weymouth Bay, with superb views and an award-winning beach and panoramic Esplanade. We take in some lovely coastal scenery, including the 180-million-year-old Jurassic Coast and a ride on the Swanage Railway.

4 or 5 Nights from £595

5 Night Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We journey south arriving in Weymouth in the afternoon.

Monday An excursion to discover the Isle of Purbeck. Arriving at Norden we board our train for a delightful ride on the Swanage Railway through pretty Corfe Castle to the lively seaside resort of Swanage.

Tuesday A day at leisure in Weymouth to explore the award-winning beach, picturesque harbour and traffic-free centre. Wednesday Today, we travel via Chesil Beach – an 18-mile stretch of some 180 billion pebbles that joins Portland to Abbotsbury. As part of the Jurassic Coast, the area has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site – We continue to Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens, a woodland garden boasting large rhododendron and hydrangea collections and a glorious Victorian garden, Abbotsbury is world-famous for its camellia groves and magnolias. Next we visit Abbotsbury Swannery –the only place in the world where you can walk freely through colonies of nesting mute swans, where at any time, there may be as many as 1,000 of these graceful birds in the sanctuary.

Thursday This morning we visit Dorchester, the county town of Dorset. Famous as the birthplace of the famous author and poet Thomas Hardy, the town has a rich history dating as far as the Iron Age. We continue to the remarkable 15th century Athelhampton House & Gardens, one of the ﬁnest Tudor houses in England. Here you can step back in time and view the beautiful historic house and stunning gardens.

Situated on the promenade, overlooking the beach and just a short stroll from the town centre and harbour. Restaurant, bar and lounge.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality: Fairly ﬂat. Hotel: Steps to entrance. Isolated steps throughout. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Friday Departing Weymouth we make our way home, pausing for a suitable stop for lunch en-route.

Your Included Excursions on our 4 Night Holidays on 18 Apr & 13 Oct are:

Day 2 A day at leisure in Weymouth.

Day 3 We travel to Abbotsbury

Subtropical Gardens, a woodland garden of splendid trees and shrubs of great variety. We continue to West Bay, known as 'The Golden Gateway to the Jurassic Coast'.

Day 4 An excursion to discover the Isle of Purbeck. Arriving at Norden we board our train for a delightful ride on the Swanage Railway through pretty Corfe Castle to the lively seaside resort of Swanage.

During the afternoon, we return to Poole and enjoy some free time to explore the historic quay.

Fri 18Tue 22 Apr 2025

4 Nights | £619

Sun 18Fri 23 May 2025

5 Nights | £839

Sun 22Fri 27 Jun 2025 5 Nights | £869

Sun 20Fri 25 Jul 2025 5 Nights | £849

Sun 31 AugFri 5 Sep 2025 5 Nights | £839 Sun 21Fri 26 Sep 2025 5 Nights | £849

Mon 13Fri 17 Oct 2025 4 Nights | £595 Tour Departs: 10.30am (All Dates) Returns By: 4.00pm (All Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach (18 Apr/20 Jul/31

Aug/21 Sep, 13 Oct) or Luxury Traveller Coach Upgrade with First Class Seating & Extra Legroom & complimentary drinks (18 May/22 Jun)

) 4 or 5 nights half board

) Outlined Excursions

) Train ride on the Swanage Railway (All Tours)

) Abbotsbury Sub-Tropical Gardens (All Tours)

) Abbotsbury Swannery (5 Night Tours Only)

) Athelhampton House & Gardens (5 Night Tours Only) Not included: All lunches

Single Room: Nil

Double for Sole Use:

£100 (4 Nights) £125 (5 Nights)

Balcony Room:

£20 (4 Nights) £25 (5 Nights)

Balcony Suite:

£30 (4 Nights) £38 (5 Nights)

Holiday Insurance:

£34 (Apr) £42.50 (May)

£44.50 (Jun-Sep) £36 (Oct)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Hotel Rex,

Weymouth HHH

Weymouth

Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens

BOURNEMOUTH & THE NEW FOREST

Bournemouth has long been recognised as one of Britain’s most fashionable resorts, offering the visitor a wide variety of attractions. The town is one of the leading shopping centres in the south, with arcades, markets and boutiques, whilst the wooded Chines which slope down to the sea are only a small part of Bournemouth’s beautiful parks and gardens.

4 Nights from £635

Holiday Itinerary (27 Apr/29 Jun/31 Aug/21 Sep)

Sunday We travel south, making a suitable stop for lunch en-route, arriving at our hotel during the early afternoon.

Monday We visit the Beaulieu Estate. Set within the heart of the New Forest National Park. Beaulieu is an award-winning attraction. The National Motor Museum tells the story of motoring on our roads and racetracks. Experience the Victorian splendour of Palace House as costumed guides give you a ﬂavour of life ‘below stairs’. Ride the Monorail for sweeping views of the park, and uncover the covert role played by Beaulieu during World War Two in the Secret Army Exhibition.

Tuesday A day at leisure to relax and enjoy Bournemouth.

Wednesday Today travel the short distance to Wimborne, where you have time to explore. Perhaps visit the Minster, Priest’s House Museum, or the Model Town. After lunch, we depart for Grade I listed Highcliffe Castle. Described as arguably the most important surviving house of the Romantic and Picturesque style of architecture. The magniﬁcent building once lavishly furnished in the 18thcentury French style remained a family home of the de Rothesay’s until the 1950’s.

Marsham Court Hotel, Bournemouth HHH

The hotel is located on the East Cliff overlooking the bay and beaches in a central, yet secluded position and has an award-winning garden frontage. Restaurant & bar.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Resort: Level cliff top walks, gradients to shopping centre and pier. Hotel: Level location. Lift to all floors. No ground floor rooms & some first-floor rooms involve stairs.

9 steps to the main entrance can be avoided.

The Hotel Miramar, Bournemouth HHH

Superbly situated overlooking Bournemouth Bay and offering very high standards of food, décor and service. Restaurant & bar/lounge, terrace lounge, patio, executive lounge.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Resort: Level cliff top walks, gradients to shopping centre and pier. Hotel: Level location. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Thursday After breakfast we commence our return home, arriving during the afternoon.

Holiday Itinerary (Easter 21 Apr)

Monday We journey south arriving in Bournemouth in the afternoon.

Tuesday Beaulieu Estate. (As Above)

Wednesday A day at leisure to relax and enjoy Bournemouth.

Thursday We visit Exbury Gardens a spectacular woodland garden, famous for its Rothschild collection of rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias, which form a riot of colour in spring.

Friday After breakfast we are homeward bound.

Mon 21Fri 25 Apr 2025

Marsham Court Hotel

4 Nights | £635

Sun 27 AprThu 1 May 2025

Miramar Hotel

4 Nights | £695

Sun 29 JunThu 3 Jul 2025

Marsham Court Hotel 4 Nights | £729 Sun 31 AugThu 4 Sep 2025

Marsham Court Hotel 4 Nights | £685 Sun 21Thu 25 Sep 2025

Miramar Hotel 4 Nights | £739

Tour Departs: 10.30am (21 Apr/27 Apr/31 Aug/21 Sep) 10.00am (29 Jun)

Returns By: 4.00pm (21 Apr/27 Apr) 4.30pm (29 Jun/31 Aug/21 Sep

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service ) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom ) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks (27 Apr/29Jun/ 21 Sep) OR Club Class Extra Legroom Coach (21 Apr/31 Aug) ) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to Beaulieu Estate (All dates)

) Entrance to Highcliffe Castle (27 Apr/29 Jun/31 Aug/21 Sep) OR Exbury Gardens (21 Apr Only) Not included: All lunches

Marsham Court

Single Room: Nil | Double for Sole Use: £80 (Apr) £100 (Jul/Aug) | Sea View: £40 (Apr) £60 (Jun/Aug) | Sea View

Balcony: £60 (Apr) £80 (Jul/Aug)

Holiday Insurance: £34 (Apr) £36 (Jun/Aug)

Miramar Hotel

Single Room: Nil | Double for Sole Use: Nil (Apr) £140 (Sep)

Sea View: £80

Holiday Insurance: £34 (Apr) £36 (Sep)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Bournemouth

England – South Coast

SPRINGTIME IN HAMPSHIRE

On this tour we visit Hampshire's finest spring gardens. The Vyne (NT); a Tudor palace with spring highlights of tulips and fruit blossom. Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway; with highlights of camellias, rhododendrons, magnolias and tulips and Windsor Great Park's Savill Garden.

THAMES RIVER CRUISE, WINCHESTER & DENBIES VINEYARD

Feel like you are 'to the ‘manor born’ at the luxury 4-star Elvetham Hotel.

4 Nights £699

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday We depart Henley and make our way to the Vyne (NT). Later, we arrive at the 4* Norton Park hotel with time to settle in before dinner.

Friday We enjoy a morning visit to Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway This afternoon we visit the village of Lyndhurst ‘Capital of the New Forest’.

Saturday Enjoy a Guided tour of Winchester taking in sights such as Queen Eleanor's Gardens, and a visit to the Great Hall.We continue to Jane Austen’s House Museum in Chawton

Sunday The Mary Rose Museum captures the frozen moment in time seconds before Henry VIII's ﬂagship sank on the 19 July 1545. Also, explore the rest of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard attractions including HMS Victory, HMS

Norton Park Hotel & Spa, Nr Winchester HHHH

Norton Park is set in 54 acres of countryside near the historic city of Winchester. Originally a manor house dating back to the 16th century, the hotel has been skilfully restored to provide ﬁrst class accommodation and spa facilities. Facilities at the hotel include a restaurant, bar, indoor swimming pool, spa & sauna. All rooms are spacious with en-suite Sealy beds, LCD TV’s & Wi-Fi. Lift access to rooms.

Warrior 1860, National Museum of the Royal Navy, and much, much more. Monday We depart the hotel and make our way to Savill Garden in Windsor Great Park, before arriving home late afternoon.

Thu 1Mon 5 May 2025 4 Nights | £699 Tour Departs: 9.30am Returns By: 5.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach

) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to the Vyne (NT)

) Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway

) Guided Tour of Winchester & entrance to Jane Austin’s House

) Mary Rose Museum & Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

) Savill Garden

Not included: All lunches

Double for Sole Use: £140

Holiday Insurance: £34

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

4 Nights from £798

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Depart for North Hampshire, arriving late afternoon at the Elvetham Hotel for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday We travel through the rolling Surrey countryside to the county town of Guildford with its magniﬁcent cathedral and cobbled high street. Explore the shops and obtain lunch, before making our way to the Denbies Wine Estate where we enjoy a 50-minute Vineyard tour by train. Commentary is provided on board, accompanied by a glass of Denbies Sparkling Wine

Wednesday Today, we travel into the South Downs and the market town of Petersﬁeld before continuing to historic Winchester. You have the chance to visit the city’s cathedral, browse the high street or perhaps

Elvetham Hotel, North Hampshire HHHH

Located in North Hampshire, the Elvetham Hotel is an historic 19th century mansion set within 35 acres of gardens. Retaining many of its period features, this charming hotel has an impressive Orangery restaurant that offers picturesque views out into the grounds. All bedrooms are ensuite with television, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. Some ground ﬂoor rooms with upper ﬂoors accessed by stairs.

visit one of the city’s museums.

Thursday This morning we head for Henley-on-Thames. We have a short time to explore the town before we board our boat for our 1-hour river cruise along the Thames. Afterward, we head to Royal Windsor where you could enjoy lunch. Friday Departing our hotel, we visit Nuffield Place (NT), the home of William Morris who as the founder of Morris Motors. In the afternoon we are homeward bound.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ’Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach

) 4 nights half board

) Denbies Vineyard Train Tour with a glass

Denbies Train Tour

The Vyne

Savill Garden

A ROMANTIC ‘RYDE’ ON THE ISLE OF WIGHT

With soaring cliffs, long sandy beaches and bustling resorts, it is no wonder that this charming island has been popular with holiday makers for hundreds of years.

DIAMOND ISLE EXPLORER

Steeped in history with 60 miles of stunning unspoilt coastal scenery and a wealth of attractions, the Isle of Wight has something for everyone. Situated just 5 miles off the mainland coast, the island has many designated areas of outstanding natural beauty and is one of our most popular tour destinations.

4 Nights from

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Travel to Portsmouth for our short ferry crossing to the Isle of Wight and the seaside resort of Ryde for a 4night stay.

Tuesday We visit the former royal residence of Osborne House (EH) Explore the stately interiors and beautiful grounds leading down to the sea, with its own Swiss cottage imported for the royal children to play in. This afternoon, continue to the lovely and unspoilt West Wight, from the charming port of Yarmouth to the famous Needles Landmark – the most iconic scene on the island.

Wednesday Begin today with a trip back to the golden age of steam on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Continue to the charming village of Godshill with time to wander amongst the thatched cottages, lovely boutiques and tea rooms or perhaps

A characterful 3-star Victorian Grade II building, set in a fabulous location opposite Ryde Esplanade and Hoverport, with views across the Solent to Portsmouth in the near distance. The unique shops, cafes and restaurants of the town centre are all close by with plenty to keep you entertained. It has 70 bedrooms and a lift.

visit the model village.

Thursday Enjoy a day at leisure in Ryde

Friday Homeward bound.

Mon 12Fri 16 May 2025

4 Nights | £698

Mon 21-

Fri 25 Jul 2025

4 Nights | £759

Mon 22Fri 26 Sep 2025

4 Nights | £729

Tour Departs: 9.15am (May)

8.30am (Jul/Sep)

Returns By: 5.30pm (May)

6.00pm (Jul) 4.00pm (Sep)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach

) Return ferry crossings

) 4 nights half board

) 2 nights live entertainment

) Outlined Excursions

) Osborne House (EH)

) Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: Nil

Holiday Insurance: £34 (May)

£36 (Jul/Sep)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Reductions available for (EH)

English Heritage Members where shown.

Nights

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel to the ferry port for our sailing to the Isle of Wight, arriving at our hotel in time for dinner.

Tuesday This morning we travel to Cowes, best known as the world's premier yachting centre and the island's main port with a natural harbour. From here we travel the short distance to Osborne House, Queen Victoria’s palace by the sea. Look out for Victorian opulence, extravagant interiors and jaw-dropping Indian decor in the Durbar Room. Osborne was built as a family home and as you walk through the Queen’s bedroom, the nursery rooms and even royal bathrooms, you get an intimate glimpse into royal family life.

Wednesday This morning we head to Godshill, one of the most photographed and prettiest villages on

The Channel View Hotel is in a unique location occupying an elevated cliff-top position overlooking Shanklin bay. Restaurant, bar, indoor pool, sauna & solarium.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Elevated position but hotel has good accessibility for all. A few isolated steps throughout but lift to all ﬂoors.

the island. There are plenty of cafes, pubs, tearooms and many beautiful sights. Maybe visit the Model Village during our stop as well. We return to Shanklin for a free afternoon to explore the resort.

Thursday Today we head to the Isle of Wight Steam Railway for a return journey through the pretty countryside. From here we head to the seaside resort of Ryde where you can obtain lunch. We return to the hotel via the coastal town of Bembridge and its famous windmill.

Friday Homeward bound.

Mon 28 JulFri 1 Aug 2025

4 Nights | £799

Tour Departs: 9.30am

Returns By: 4.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach

) Return ferry crossings

) 4 nights half board

) 1 nights hotel entertainment

) Outlined Excursions

) Osborne House (EH)

) Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: NIL

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Reductions available for (EH) English Heritage Members

Royal Esplanade Hotel, Ryde HHH

Channel View Hotel, Shanklin HHH

Isle of Wight Steam Railway Ryde

England – South Coast

SANDOWN & THE ISLE OF WIGHT

‘Around the World Cruise’ Mon 10-Fri 14 Mar 2025 | 4 Nights | £589

Join us for an exciting Mock Cruise at the wonderful Trouville Hotel in Sandown. You will be issued your ‘boarding cards’ on arrival and throughout your stay you will ‘visit’ different countries with specially themed dinners and entertainment!

Monday A morning departure for our sailing to the Isle of Wight, arriving at the Trouville Hotel for our 4-night stay. Receive you boarding cards & check into your ‘cabin. Soak in the sight and sounds of the ocean as we set sail for our ﬁrst destination France. Cabaret entertainment in the ballroom including a special performance of the 'Cancan'.

Tuesday ‘Welcome to the New York, USA’! Breakfast is served in the restaurant followed by a day at leisure in our resort. Lunches available to order from the bar with Afternoon Bingo in the Captains lounge. Tonight, dress to Impress Meet the Captain in the ballroom for a drinks reception before dinner then enjoy live musical entertainment with Broadway hits & party favourites.

Wednesday After breakfast, we visit Whippingham Church, with its connections to Queen Victoria followed by Osborne House (EH), where we can take an intimate glimpse into the private life of the Victorian royal family. Tonight our ‘port of call’ will be India and our cabaret entertainment will include Bollywood dancers.

Thursday Enjoy a full day scenic island tour. We start by visiting the coastal resort of Yarmouth before passing beautiful Freshwater Bay, following the old coastal ‘Military Road’ towards the south of the island returning via Ventnor and Shanklin. Tonight, we are ‘Back to Blighty’ with the best of British songs in the ballroom.

Friday Homeward bound today, we catch the ferry back to the mainland and onwards to the Midlands.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service ) Our own courier service ) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom ) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks ) Return ferry crossings ) 4 nights half board ) Entertainment Programme ) Outlined Excursions ) Whippingham Church ) Osborne House (EH)

Not Included: All lunches

Please note: Although the hotel does tailor their menus to the themed country, they will always offer an English dish of the day. Also, some of the country themes may be subject to change.

The Trouville Hotel,

Gloriously situated directly overlooking the sea, opposite the golden beach. Split-level restaurant with panoramic views over the bay, bar, lounge, regular

entertainment. All twin/double bedded rooms have sea views at no supplement, Ballroom, Indoor leisure complex with four lanes for short mat bowls.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Hotel has a level seafront location with easy access to Sandown Pier. A few gentle steps at entrance. Incline to main town. A few steps within hotel but lift serves all ﬂoors.

Easter on The Isle of Wight

Thu 17-Mon

Apr 4 Nights | £665

Thursday A morning departure for the south coast and our sailing to the Isle of Wight

Friday We visit Whippingham Church with its connections to Queen Victoria followed by Osborne House (EH), her seaside residence. Marvel at the sumptuous décor of the Royal Apartments and take an intimate glimpse into the private life of the Victorian royal family.

Saturday A day at leisure in our resort.

Sunday Enjoy a full day scenic island tour. We start by visiting the coastal resort of Yarmouth before passing beautiful Freshwater Bay, following the old coastal ‘Military Road’ towards the south of the island returning via Ventnor and Shanklin.

Monday After breakfast we join our ferry crossing back to the mainland and then we are homeward bound.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service ) Our own courier service ) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach ) Return ferry crossing ) 4-nights half board ) Outlined Excursions ) Whippingham Church ) Osborne House (EH)

Not Included: All lunches

6 Night Holiday Itinerary Wed 11 Jun & Tue 5

As our 4 Night Tour but we include an additional excursion to:

Godshill & the Model Village – We drive to the picture-postcard setting of Godshill, where we include entrance to the marvellous Model Village – a 1/10 scale model of Godshill and Shanklin Old Town that nestles in the grounds of the Old Vicarage. Set in nearly two acres of gorgeous, landscaped gardens this is truly a quintessentially English visitor attraction.

Mottistone Manor, Yarmouth & The Needles – We travel along the scenic ‘military’ coastal road of West Wight pausing at Isle of Wight Pearl before visiting Mottistone Manor Garden (NT) a magical ﬁve-acre Elizabethan Manor Garden. In the afternoon we take the coastal road to reach The Needles followed by a visit to Yarmouth, a small village with a beautiful harbour and gorgeous little boutique shop.

Sandown HHH

The Needles

ISLE OF WIGHT GRAND DESIGNS

Houses & Gardens of Distinction

The unique and irresistible charm of the Isle of Wight has prompted us to capture the essence of the island’s historic heritage and stunning gardens.

Castle 4 Nights from £945

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1

We drive to Southampton for our ferry crossing to the Island, arriving at our hotel during the mid-afternoon.

Day 2

Today we have included a visit to Osborne House (EH). “It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot” said Queen Victoria of Osborne House, her palatial holiday home. Visit Victoria and Albert’s private apartments, their bathing beach and children's play-cottage for an intimate glimpse of royal family life. Then stroll through the garden terraces where the stunning views across the Solent reminded Prince Albert of the Bay of Naples. We also visit nearby Whippingham Church, where Victoria and Albert were once regular members of the congregation.

Day 3

This morning we visit the superb Botanic Garden and Visitors Centre, followed by free time in the afternoon to discover the delights of Ventnor. Later enjoy a delicious cream tea at our hotel

Day 4 This morning we visit Carisbrooke Castle sitting high and proud at the heart of the Isle of Wight, Carisbrooke Castle has been an artillery fortress, king's prison and a royal summer residence. Today it is the quintessential romantic castle, with lots to see and enjoy in the fresh open air.

The Royal Hotel, Ventnor, Isle of Wight

HHHH

Set in the coastal town of Ventnor, the hotel has outstanding views of the Isle of Wight's breathtaking coastline. Restaurant, bar, terrace, conservatory, lounges and beautiful gardens.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Location: Generally level, steep slope to the beach. Lift serves some ﬂoors. Occasional steps in public areas.

Next, we continue to the picture-postcard setting of Godshill, where we include entrance to the marvellous Model Village – a 1/10 scale model of Godshill and Shanklin Old Town that nestles in the grounds of the Old Vicarage.

Day 5 After breakfast we head to Cowes for our ferry back to the mainland and our journey homeward.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) Return ferry crossing

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Cream Tea

) Entrances to Osborne House (EH) & Whippingham Church

) Ventnor Botanic Gardens

) Entrance to Carisbrooke Castle

) Godshill Model Village

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room:

(May) £108 (Sep)

for Sole Use:

(May) £200 (Sep)

Garden View Twin/Double: On Request

Holiday Insurance:

£34 (May) £36 (Sep)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Reductions available for (EH) English Heritage Members

Carisbrooke

Ventnor

England – South Coast

ARUNDEL CASTLE, CHICHESTER & BRIGHTON

Explore the captivating beauty of some of the UK's most enchanting sites, from its outstanding medieval castle, quaint cobbled streets and breathtaking coastline experience this special corner of England in all its majestic glory.

4 Nights

A delightful tour to the South Coast featuring a hovercraft trip across the Solent.

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday We travel to Hayling Island arriving during the afternoon for our 4-nights stay.

Friday This morning we make our way to Chichester with its magniﬁcent Cathedral before arriving during the afternoon at mighty Arundel Castle, seat of the Dukes of Norfolk. Built in the 11th century the castle has been restored and added to over the centuries to become the superb castle we see today.

Saturday Today we head to Worthing, Hove and the famous resort of Brighton. Here we spend the day and you can enjoy a seafront stroll, explore

Brasserie Restaurant, bar/lounge, leisure facilities include a heated indoor swimming pool.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Resort: Generally level. Hotel: On the level with a few isolated steps throughout. Rooms are on ground & ﬁrst ﬂoor only with a lift serving one side of the hotel.

the unique Lanes, a trendy area with cafes, bars and shops.

Sunday We head west today to maritime Portsmouth, where we include entrance to the Historic Dockyard, home of ‘Victory’ and ‘Mary Rose’.

Monday After breakfast we depart our hotel, returning home in the afternoon.

Thu 17Mon 21 July 2025

4 Nights | £839

Tour Departs: 10.30am

Returns By: 4.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach Travel with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom with complementary on-board drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Arundel Castle

) Portsmouth’s Historic Dockyard

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £180

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

4 Nights

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday We travel to Hayling Island arriving during the afternoon for our 4-nights stay.

Friday Enjoy a trip to the top of Brighton’s i360 and be left in awe by panoramic views of the beautiful South Coast. The remainder of the day is at leisure so you can explore this popular seaside destination.

Saturday We visit Southsea for the highlight of our trip – a Hovercraft ﬂight across the Solent to the Isle of Wight seaside resort of Ryde. The short crossing features the ‘Hovercraft Experience’ where you have the chance to meet the pilot and crew

The Langstone Hotel, Hayling Island HHHH

The 4-star Langstone Hotel is a stunningly individualistic hotel situated on the south coast between Portsmouth and Chichester on the northern shore of Hayling Island overlooking Langstone Estuary and harbour. Brasserie Restaurant, bar/lounge, Leisure facilities include a heated indoor swimming pool.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Resort: Generally level. Hotel: On the level with a few isolated steps throughout. Rooms are on ground & ﬁrst ﬂoor only with a lift serving one side of the hotel.

who will talk you through how the craft works before showcasing the abilities of the craft including 360 degree turns, deflating the skirt to ‘float like a boat’ and a flight around local landmarks. On arrival in Ryde, we will enjoy a 2-course lunch at Ryde Castle Pub. Afterwards, there is free time in Ryde before our hover crossing back to Southsea.

Sunday We make the short journey into maritime Portsmouth. There are lots of interesting things to see and do. Visit the magniﬁcent Historic Dockyard or perhaps wander around the Old Town. Monday Homeward bound.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach (Sep)

) 4 nights half board

) A Flight on the Brighton i360

) Return Hovercraft from Southsea to Ryde with 2-course lunch

Not Included: All lunches Thu 4Mon 8 Sep 2025 4 Nights | £829 Tour Departs: 10.30am Returns By: 4.00pm

Single Room: £180

Holiday Insurance: £36

The Langstone Hotel, Hayling Island HHHH

Arundel Castle

HMS Victory

Brighton i360

LUXURY EASTBOURNE

At the Hydro Hotel

Eastbourne and the Hydro Hotel have become established as firm favourites of Johnsons customers. A resort that has plenty to offer, with all the traditional seaside attractions such as the pier, miles of beaches, arcades, restaurants, cafes and bars. Add to this the wonderfully kept level promenade, with plenty of seating, an excellent town centre for shopping and many theatres for a variety of shows, it is easy to see why it is so popular.

4 or 6 Nights from £719

6 Night Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel south with a suitable stop for lunch en-route before arriving at our hotel for our 6-night stay.

Day 2 A day of leisure to enjoy Eastbourne. Maybe take a stroll and see some beautiful views of Beachy Head, the highest chalk sea cliffs in the UK. Alternatively, you could visit the Redoubt Fort, built to keep the Napoleonic armies out of Britain, it now tells the story of over 200 years of naval history. At the sheltered western most end of Eastbourne is the Italian Garden a delightful, quiet place, where you can simply enjoy the views.

The Hydro Hotel, Eastbourne HHHH

Set in award-winning gardens, the Hydro Hotel features an outdoor pool, elegant restaurant and superb sea views. The hotel is a few yards from Eastbourne Seafront, just a 10-minute walk from Eastbourne Pier and a 20minute walk from the main town centre. The Crystal Restaurant serves classic British and French cuisine for evening dining. Guests can enjoy beverages and light snacks in the cosy lounges, and hearty cooked breakfasts are available daily. Beauty salon, offering a range of specialist treatments and therapies. Poolside terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Easy access throughout the hotel with occasional steps in public areas. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Day 3 We journey into 1066 country via Pevensey Bay and the picturesque abbey town of Battle, the site of the famous Battle of Hastings, we then continue to the ancient Cinque Port of Rye with its enchanting, cobbled streets. We return via Hastings and its delightful Old Town with its quaint narrow streets, also renowned as the location for ﬁlming the TV series “Foyles War”.

Day 4 A day at leisure to relax and explore Eastbourne. Maybe take a leisurely stroll along the wide promenade with its renowned Carpet Gardens and perhaps a visit to the Victorian pier. In the afternoon enjoy an included Cream Tea at the hotel.

Day 5 We take a drive via dramatic Beachy Head and the Sussex Coast to Regency Brighton where we include a Guided Tour of the Royal Pavilion – an exotic palace in the centre of Brighton with a colourful history. Built as a seaside pleasure palace for King George IV, this historic house mixes Regency grandeur with the visual style of India and China.

Day 6 We start the day with a trip into yesteryear by boarding the Bluebell Railway one of the UK’s best-preserved heritage railways. From Sheffield Park station we journey through the idyllic Sussex countryside towards East Grinstead, enjoying the lovely vistas along the way. Afterwards, we explore the bustling market town of Lewes, surrounded by chalk cliffs in the South Downs. There are plenty of welcoming cafés and historic buildings to admire, including the Norman castle which dominates the townscape.

Day 7 A leisurely drive homeward arriving home during the afternoon.

4 Night Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel south with a suitable stop for lunch en-route before arriving at our hotel for our 4-night stay. Day 2 1066 Country via Pevensey Bay to Battle & Rye, returning via Hastings. Day 3 At leisure in Eastbourne including a Cream Tea at our Hotel. Day 4 Beachy Head & the Sussex Coast to Brighton, Including a Guided Tour of the Royal Pavilion. Day 5 A leisurely drive homeward arriving home during the afternoon.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats with Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 or 6 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Cream Tea

) Guided Tour of Brighton’s Royal Pavilion

) The Bluebell Railway (6 Night Tours Only)

Not Included: All lunches

Beachy Head

England – South Coast

HOUSES & GARDENS OF SUSSEX

East Sussex is rich in history and culture and this new tour features visits to two National Trust properties – Nyman’s and Bateman’s, plus the quintessential English gardens at Pashley Manor.

MAKING TRACKS FOR THE GARDEN OF ENGLAND

In recognition of Kent’s reputation as the Garden of England, our tour includes visits to the impressive Walmer Castle, Great Dixter House and their stunning grounds and gardens.

4 Nights £639

Holiday Itinerary

Monday A morning departure, we travel to Eastbourne, arriving during the afternoon at the Langham Hotel for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday Our ﬁrst visit this morning is to Bateman’s (NT) – a seventeenth century house with a twentieth century garden made by Rudyard Kipling, who lived here between 1902-36. The rooms are much as he left them: oriental rugs and artifacts from his Eastern adventures, a book lined study, his Nobel prize certiﬁcate for literature, a phonograph playing music and his Rolls Royce still in the garage. Next, we continue to nearby Pashley Manor

Here you will discover a true English country garden set in 11-acres of beautiful borders and vistas situated on the border of Sussex and Kent.

Wednesday. A day at leisure to relax

The Langham Hotel, Eastbourne HHHH

We stay at the 4-star Langham Hotel, situated along Royal Parade on Eastbourne’s magniﬁcent seafront with spectacular views across the bay. Family-owned, this popular hotel has 80 bedrooms, comfortable bar, terrace and restaurant serving an appetizing menu with panoramic views. There is a lift to all ﬂoors and free Wi-Fi.

and explore Eastbourne

Thursday We head inland to the Sussex

High Weald to visit one of the country's truly great gardens, Nyman’s (NT)

The perfect place to relax, stroll in the garden and enjoy some time out.

A delight at any time of year with constantly evolving planting designs and a rare and unusual plant collection.

Friday A leisurely drive homeward arriving home during the afternoon.

Mon 28 AprFri 2 May 2025

4 Nights | £639

Tour Departs: 10.30am Returns By: 4.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach

) 4 nights half board

) Outlined Excursions included entrances to Batemans (NT), Pashley Manor and Nymans (NT)

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: Nil

Holiday Insurance: £34

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

4 Nights £899

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Departing Henley we journey south to Kent, arriving at our hotel during the afternoon.

Tuesday Today we head to Canterbury with free time to explore the historic city, famed for its medieval buildings, quaint tea shops and magniﬁcent cathedral.

Wednesday We start our day at the grand Walmer Castle and Gardens near Deal, learning more about the fascinating history of the castle and its former famous residents, including the Duke of Wellington. We also enjoy a guided tour of the magniﬁcent eightacre gardens. This afternoon we travel along the coast road down to the beautiful Samphire Hoe nature reserve Home to some of the best views in

Best Western Plus Burlington Hotel, Folkestone HHHH

The 4-star Best Western Plus Burlington Hotel is a charming Victorian building in the West end of Folkestone. Set in tranquil surroundings and overlooking the English Channel, this familyfriendly hotel was built in the 1890’s and still holds its Victorian charm, whilst offering all the mod cons you'd expect of a contemporary hotel. Just a 10minute walk from Folkestone's town centre.

Kent, we enjoy a welcome talk and set off on a guided walk.

Thursday This morning we make tracks for the Kent & East Sussex Railway to embark on a one-way steam train journey from Bodiam to Tenterden This afternoon is spent at Great Dixter House & Gardens Friday Homeward bound.

Mon 7Fri 11

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome tea/coffee upon arrival

) Walmer Castle & Gardens including a Guided Tour of the Gardens

) Guided Tour & Walking Tour of Samphire Hoe Nature Reserve

) Train Ride on the Kent & East Sussex Railway and Great Dixter

Not Included: All lunches

Bateman’s

Nyman’s

Samphire Hoe

CASTLES & GARDENS OF KENT

Kent, the Garden of England is one of the best UK destinations for a holiday. Whether you are looking for beautiful beaches, stunning architecture or delicious food and drink – Kent has it all! We also visit the Historic Naval Dockyard at Chatham.

HAMPTON COURT TULIP FESTIVAL

Waddesdon Manor * RHS Wisley * Brooklands Museum

4 Nights from £675

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday We travel to Kent, arriving during the afternoon for our 4-night stay.

Friday In the morning we travel to Royal Tunbridge Wells and then in the afternoon we visit one of England’s most famous and romantic gardens, Sissinghurst

Saturday Enjoy the best of the Kent Coast as we travel via Margate to Ramsgate, where we include a visit to the historic Ramsgate tunnels, a huge and cavernous subterranean world of underground tunnels that were built to hide people during the blitz in World War II. From here, we continue to Deal Sunday We visit Rochester, known for its connections to Charles Dickens and its cathedral. Next, we head for nearby Chatham, where we visit the fascinating Historic Naval Dockyard. On our June

Bridgewood Manor, Rochester HHHH

A charming four-star hotel in Rochester, Bridgewood Manor’s facilities include restaurant, bar/lounge, outdoor patio area, leisure club & spa with indoor swimming pool.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Level entrance, easy access throughout. Lift to all ﬂoors, with 2 purpose built disabled rooms on the ground ﬂoor.

& September Tours we also enjoy the official Call the Midwife Tour

Monday We include Hever Castle and gardens before returning home in the late afternoon.

Thu 3Mon 7 Apr 2025

4 Nights | £675

Thu 19Mon 23 Jun 2025

4 Nights | £695

Thu 25Mon 29 Sep 2025

4 Nights | £695

Tour Departs: 9.00am

Returns By: 6.30pm (All Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach

) 4 nights half board

) Sissinghurst Gardens

) Guided Tour of Ramsgate Tunnels

) The Historic Naval Dockyard at Chatham

) Call the Midwife Guided Tour (Jun/Sep Tours Only)

) Hever Castle & Gardens

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £100

Holiday Insurance: £34 (Apr) £36 (Jun/Sep)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

3 Nights £565

Holiday Itinerary

Friday We commence our day with a visit to Waddesdon Manor House & Gardens. Built by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild in 1874 to house his collection of ﬁne art. From here we continue to our hotel for dinner and our 3-night stay.

Saturday Our first stop today is in delightful Richmond-upon-Thames before continuing to Hampton Court where we include entry to the Palace and Gardens. The annual Tulip festival is underway with thousands of Tulips engulfing the palace and gardens in spectacular floral fashion.

Sunday This morning we travel to the splendid Royal Horticultural Society Garden at Wisley

Monday This morning we visit Brooklands – birthplace of British motorsport and aviation, home of Concorde. The museum displays a

Holiday Inn Shepperton HHH

The Holiday Inn is set in 11 acres of beautiful grounds near Shepperton in a pleasant rural area. Hotel facilities include Leisure Centre with indoor swimming pool. All bedrooms are en-suite and have television, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Level entrance, easy access throughout with lift to all ﬂoors.

wide range of Brooklands related motoring and aviation exhibits, ranging from giant racing cars, motorcycles and bicycles to an unparalleled collection of Hawker and Vickers aircraft, as well as Concorde. We return homeward in the afternoon.

Fri 11Mon 14 April 2025

3 Nights | £565

Tour Departs: 9.00am Returns By: 6.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ’Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach

) 3 nights half board

) Waddesdon Manor House & Gardens

) Hampton Court Tulip Festival

) RHS Wisley

) Brooklands Motoring & Aviation Museum

Not Included: All lunches

Double for Sole Use: £120

Holiday Insurance: £34

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Hever Castle Hampton Court Palace Tulip Festival

England – South Coast & Eastern Counties

ROYAL RIVERS, TOWNS & GARDENS TO REMEMBER

A tour featuring Royal towns, castles, gardens and picturebook scenery with a special visit to the home of Remembrance Poppies at the unique Poppy Factory. This really is a special tour to remember.

4 Nights £839

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We head for Greys Court (NT) a picturesque 16th century mansion before continuing in the afternoon to our hotel for our 4-night stay.

Monday Head to the lovely National Trust site of Runnymede and Ankerwycke, the charming Thames side location that witnessed King John’s historic sealing of the Magna Carta. We then board our River Cruiser sailing upstream towards wonderful Windsor Tuesday Today we visit the Royal Horticultural Society at Wisley Wednesday Time to explore Kingston upon Thames before continuing in the afternoon to the wonderful Poppy Factory, where you can see how

The Bull at Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire HHHH

Set in landscaped gardens in a conservation area of Buckinghamshire, The Bull offers 147 peaceful rooms with many having beautiful views over the gardens or Gerrards Cross common. The rooms are equipped with mini bar, free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities. Guests enjoy restaurant and bar facilities with dinners generally offered as ‘buffet’ style. Amenities include conservatory, lounge, sun terrace and gardens. Lift access to most ﬂoors.

SCENIC SUFFOLK

Our fantastic tour to Suffolk stays in a contemporary hotel on the stunning waterfront in Ipswich and during our time here we will discover the scenic and unspoilt Suffolk Heritage Coast, together with the glorious Gardens at Hemlington Hall and Otley Hall and visit the ancient site of Sutton Hoo.

veterans still make Royal and regimental wreaths by hand today.

Enjoy an afternoon tea-break with fresh cakes from the in-house bakery.

Thursday Departing our hotel after breakfast we visit majestic Hampton Court Palace before returning home during the afternoon.

4 Nights from £798

Sun 27Thu 31 Jul 2025

4 Nights | £839

Tour Departs: 9.00am Returns By: 6.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Greys Court (NT)

) River Thames Cruise

) RHS Wisley

) Entrance to the Poppy Factory with Tour and tea/coffee & cake

) Hampton Court Palace

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £128

Holiday Insurance £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Discounts available for (NT) National Trust

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday Journey to the historic market town of Bury St. Edmunds. From here, it is a short drive to our hotel located in the enviable waterfront area of Ipswich

Monday Today we visit charming Southwold, located on the Suffolk Heritage Coast.

Tuesday Today we visit magniﬁcent Helmingham Hall Gardens with its beautiful park, home to a herd of red deer. Later we continue to nearby Otley Hall and Gardens – a 15th century Tudor moated hall.

Wednesday Visit to Sutton Hoo, the site of two early medieval cemeteries dating from the 6th & 7th centuries. Later, we continue to the small seaside town of Aldeburgh

Thursday Departing after breakfast, we

Salthouse Harbour Hotel, Ipswich HHHH

This contemporary, boutique hotel is set on the beautiful Ipswich waterfront. Each of the modern bedrooms has been individually designed with a personal touch, with plenty of warm and welcoming tones and contemporary furnishings. Some rooms offer fantastic views over the marina. Restaurant & bar.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality & hotel are generally level throughout. Lift to all ﬂoors.

visit Lavenham. Known as England’s best preserved medieval village. Departing after lunch, we commence our journey homeward.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to Helmingham Hall & Otley Hall Gardens

Hampton Court Palace

Southwold

Helmingham Hall

CONSTABLE COUNTRY

With highlights of Suffolk & East Anglia

We combine the beautiful pastoral views and picturesque villages of Constable Country, with some delightful East Anglian countryside and peaceful coastline.

4 Nights from £769

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday En-route to our hotel we visit Audley End House (EH), one of England’s grandest stately homes. Equipped with original and reproduction Victorian ﬁxtures and ﬁttings the house creates an atmospheric portrait of daily Victorian life.

Monday An excursion to Suffolk’s Heritage Coast and the pretty coastal town of Aldeburgh, with its unspoilt beach dotted with ﬁshermen’s huts. After some leisure time here, we will enjoy a relaxing cruise along the beautiful and scenic River Deben

Tuesday We meet our Blue Badge guide and explore Constable Country. Located on the Suffolk and Essex border – East Bergholt is the site of John Constable’s Studio and St. Mary’s Church, built in the 15th and 16th centuries and renowned for the absence of a tower or spire to house the bells – at Dedham our tour takes in sights such as Constable’s School and Dedham Parish Church, dedicated to St. Mary the Virgin in 1492. (Unfortunately, due to restricted access for large coaches reaching Flatford Mill and Bridge Cottage we will now no longer include these two locations within this excursion). We return to our hotel in the late afternoon for a Cream Tea

Wednesday A morning visit to Beth Chatto Gardens, created by this award-winning plantswoman, where we discover an informal collection of historically signiﬁcant gardens, with National Heritage Grade II listing. We continue in the afternoon to Clacton-on-Sea, the largest town on the Essex Sunshine Coast. With its many attractions including a pleasure pier, arcades, seafront walks and main shopping area you will be spoilt for choice.

A modern country hotel set in 300 acres of undulating ‘Constable Country’ within a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Lakes Restaurant and Bar. Spa with indoor pool, gym, treatment rooms and a 28-hole golf course. Mobility Grade: 5 – Locality: Level. Hotel: Level with a lift to all ﬂoors.

Thursday Homeward bound, before pausing at Lavenham, one of England’s ﬁnest medieval villages with a 15th century church and the Guildhall, an early 16th century timber framed building that dominates the Market Place.

Sun 8Thu 12 Jun 2025 4 Nights | £825 Sun 12Thu 16 Oct 2025 4 Nights | £769

Tour Departs: 9.00am (Both Dates)

Returns By: 6.00pm (Jun) 5.00pm (Oct)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Cream Tea

) Entrance to Audley End House (EH)

) Debden River Cruise

) Constable Country Guided Tour

) Entrance to Beth Chatto’s Gardens

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room:

£160 (Jun) £134 (Oct)

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Reductions available for (EH) English Heritage Members

Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Stoke by Nayland, Nr Colchester HHHH

Audley End House

Lavenham

England – Eastern Counties

SECRET SUFFOLK & THE SUNRISE COAST

Suffolk is a place you can unwind in. Situated on the east coast of England, Suffolk is a county filled with natural beauty, bordered by 60 miles of glorious coastline and topped with breathtaking skies. It's the perfect holiday destination, full of charming villages and medieval towns which draw in artists and writers, and its bounty of great produce and restaurants make it a special spot for foodies.

4 Nights

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel towards Suffolk with a stop en-route in the market town of Bury St. Edmunds. Visit the ancient abbey dating back to the Magna Carta, or pop into the Angel Hotel of Dickens and Mrs Pickwick fame, before continuing in the afternoon to Aldeburgh and our 4-night stay at the Wentworth Hotel

The Wentworth Hotel, Aldeburgh HHHH

Located on the unspoilt Suffolk coast, the Wentworth Hotel has been owned and run by the same family since 1920. Situated just 20 yards from the beach the hotel has an award-winning 2 AA Rosette restaurant serving daily specials using fresh local produce. 2 cosy guest lounges, with open ﬁres and comfortable sofas. There are also 2 sea-facing gardens, offering views of the beach and cream teas in summer.

Mobility Grade: 3 – The Hotel features bright, traditional rooms with en-suite facilities. Many rooms offer impressive sea views, and all have a TV and radio. Please note that although there is no lift in the hotel, the majority of our rooms will be on either the ground or ﬁrst ﬂoor.

Tuesday Enjoy a scenic morning drive via the pretty village of Thorpeness with its pretty mock Tudor houses and the fairytale ‘House in the Clouds’ to the beautiful seaside town of Southwold on the Suffolk Heritage Coast. This elegant town, with its award-winning pier and famous painted beach huts reveals an English seaside resort as it used to be. We return to our hotel in the afternoon where we will be treated to a delightful Cream Tea

Wednesday Today, we visit Sutton Hoo – home to one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time. Walk around the ancient burial mounds and discover the incredible story of the ship burial of an Anglo-Saxon king and his treasured possessions. Come face to face with your ancestors and explore awardwinning exhibitions, the full-size reconstruction of the burial chamber and the stunning replica treasures and original ﬁnds from one of the mounds, including a prince's sword. From here we continue to Christchurch Mansion, one of Suffolk’s most treasured buildings, this beautiful Tudor mansion is the jewel in the crown of Ipswich’s historic past, boasting over 500 years of history. Explore the period rooms from the Tudor kitchen to the sumptuous Georgian saloon and the beautifully detailed Victorian wing. Gaze at the ﬁne collection of art from Suffolk artists including the biggest collection of Thomas Gainsborough and John Constable paintings outside of London.

Thursday We drive to Oulton Broad where we enjoy a delightful 90-minute Waveney Marshland River Cruise along the Suffolk/Norfolk border travelling through the grazing marshlands on the Angles Way, taking in the waterside village of Burgh St. Peter. On our return we visit Snape Maltings, home of the Aldeburgh Festival and founded by Benjamin Britten in 1948 and today plays host to many concerts and workshops throughout the year. The Snape Maltings complex consists of houses art galleries, restaurants, cafés and up-market shops.

Friday Departing our hotel we return to Lavenham, one of the UK’s best preserved timber framed villages dating back to Saxon times – the main street was used in scenes of Harry Potter’s Deathly Hallows. In the afternoon we continue our journey back to the Midlands.

Sun 4Thu 8 May 2025 4 Nights | £949 Tour Departs: 8.45am Returns By: 5.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Cream Tea

) Entrance to Sutton Hoo & Christchurch Mansion

) Waveney River Cruise

) Snape Maltings

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £116

Inland Double for Sole Use: £384

Sea View: £66

Darﬁeld House Rooms: £40

Holiday Insurance: £34

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Southwold

NORFOLK HIDEAWAY

Relax and unwind in captivating Norfolk, a county adorned with miles of unspoiled coastline, nature reserves, and a tapestry of market towns, seaside resorts and charming villages. Our tour is based in Norwich – known as the city of churches, having more than thirty within its medieval narrow streets.

4 Nights from £649

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel to the Cathedral City of Ely before arriving at our hotel for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday This morning we visit Norwich City Centre. Dominated by its magniﬁcent Norman cathedral. Norwich Castle Museum and Art Gallery is one of the city's most famous landmarks and the county's principal museum.

Wednesday We take a steam train ride on the Bure Valley Railway from Aylsham to Wroxham. We break for

Dunston Hall Hotel, Swainsthorpe, Norwich HHHH

The hotel is an imposing country house hotel set in 170 acres of beautiful, wooded Norfolk parkland. This lovely hotel with its sweeping drive and combined Elizabethan and Victorian styles, offers the perfect location for a relaxing break. The hotel has spacious public areas, a ﬁne restaurant, Brasserie bar, club house bar and shop. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam room. All bedrooms have en-suite bathroom, TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee maker.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Locality generally level with a few steps to main entrance and leisure area.

GREAT YARMOUTH & The Norfolk Broads

Great Yarmouth is Norfolk's biggest and most popular holiday resorts with its Golden Mile, Pleasure Beach and Summer shows! Great Yarmouth is a traditional seaside resort with a beautiful promenade.

lunch in Wroxham the ‘Capital of the Norfolk Broads’ before enjoying a memorable 2-hour cruise on the River Bure

Thursday A morning visit to Cromer, with its historic Victorian pier, which in the summer hosts the last ‘end-of-thepier show’ in the country. In the afternoon, we visit Felbrigg, one of the most elegant country houses in East Anglia.

Friday Homeward bound.

Tour Departs: 9.30am (Apr) 9.00am (Oct)

Returns By: 5.00pm (Apr) 5.30pm (Oct)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach

) 4 nights half board

) The Bure Valley Railway & Broads Cruise

) Entrance to Felbrigg

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £140

Holiday Insurance: £34 (Apr) £36 (Oct)

(All

6 Nights £975

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We travel to Ely before arriving at our hotel during the afternoon.

Monday A free day at leisure in Great Yarmouth

Tuesday We begin the day with a visit to Wroxham and the charming Norfolk Broads where we enjoy a cruise around the picturesque Broads. In the afternoon we head to Norwich, where a visit to the Cathedral is a must.

Wednesday A morning visit to discover the timeless charms of Southwold.In the afternoon, we head inland to Diss for a visit to Bressingham Gardens and Steam Museum

Burlington Palm Court Hotel, Great Yarmouth HHH

This family-owned hotel stands in a quiet location on Great Yarmouth’s seafront directly overlooking the sea. Restaurant, 2 bars, heated indoor swimming pool.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Hotel: The hotel originally was 3 houses that have been sympathetically joined together over the years. Rooms do vary in size and there are unavoidable steps to some ﬂoors, although the hotel has a lift.

Locality: The hotel commands a level location. 3 nights entertainment provided.

Thursday Our ﬁrst visit today is to Blickling Estate, one of England’s great Jacobean Houses. We continue to Cromer for a leisurely afternoon by the sea.

Friday We drive to Oulton Broad and Lowestoft, with a chance to explore and obtain lunch.

Saturday Homeward bound.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

) 6 nights half board

) 3 nights hotel entertainment

) Broads Cruise

) Bressingham Gardens & Steam Museum

) The Blickling Estate

Not Included: All lunches

Bure Valley Railway Elm Hill – Norwich

Norfolk Broads

England – Eastern Counties

TREASURED HOUSES OF NORFOLK

At the Knights Hill Hotel

West Norfolk is a truly special place of unspoilt charm and natural beauty. Brimming full of heritage and renowned for its stunning coastline and unspoilt countryside, it is the ideal place to explore, unwind and soak up the sheer sense of space and tranquillity.

4 Nights from £829

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 Travelling east we head to Barnsdale Gardens created by TV gardener Geoff Hamilton – with 38 individually designed gardens across an eight-acre site, there is plenty of garden inspiration with ideas for you to recreate at home. We then continue to our hotel in West Norfolk, arriving during the afternoon.

Day 2 Located just six miles from our hotel, we discover Sandringham House & Gardens. This estate was the much-loved Norfolk retreat of the late Queen Elizabeth II. The magniﬁcent stately house is set in 24 hectares of stunning landscaped gardens with a museum that is home to an extraordinary collection of memorabilia. Later, we take in the sea air by visiting the nearby coastal resort of Hunstanton for some free leisure time.

Best

Knights Hill Hotel, South Wootton, Nr Kings Lynn HHHH

Located just four miles from King's Lynn town centre, the hotel has evolved from a working farm into the stylish, character-ﬁlled accommodation you see today. 79 bedrooms, a number having patios leading into the walled garden. Elegant restaurant. Farmers Arms traditional country pub. Leisure club with indoor pool, sauna, gym & spa.

Mobility Grading: 3 – Locality & hotel are generally level. No Lift but ground ﬂoor rooms with easy access available.

Day 3 After a leisurely breakfast we visit Houghton Hall. With its domed corner towers, this is one of the finest Palladian-style houses in England, built in 1735 for Robert Walpole, Britain’s first Prime Minister. Its sumptuous Stone Hall, Marble Parlour, Cabinet Room and Salon are just some of the rooms to explore, all lavishly endowed with pictures and fine furniture. Free time in Kings Lynn in the afternoon.

Day 4 On the stunning north Norfolk coast, surrounded by rolling parkland, lies Holkham Hall. This Palladian-style stately home is a treasure trove with incredible architecture, art, original furniture and classical statuary. The collection includes works by Rubens, Van Dyck and Gainsborough. A Cream Tea is included during our visit.

Day 5 Departing after breakfast we travel to the fabulous Burghley House and Gardens. Burghley is one of the largest and grandest surviving houses of the sixteenth century. The gardens and parkland were largely designed by Lancelot 'Capability' Brown in the 18th century. Today, sweeping vistas down to the spires of Stamford can be viewed in the Garden of Surprises or tranquil walks next to the lake in the Sculpture Garden can all be enjoyed. The collection of Fine Art held within Burghley House is extensive and varied. The collection of Italian Old Master paintings is one of the ﬁnest in private hands. We return home during the late afternoon.

Mon 23Fri 27 June 2025

4 Nights | £839 Sun 24-Thu 28 August 2025 4 Nights | £829

Tour Departs: 9.30am Returns By: 6.00pm (Both Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom ) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board ) Welcome drinks reception

) Entrances to Barnsdale Gardens, Sandringham House & Gardens Houghton Hall, Holkham Hall (with a cream tea) and Burghley House & Gardens

Not Included: All lunches

Double for Sole Use: £200

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Western Plus

Houghton Hall

Burghley House

Unique Experiences for the Discerning Traveller

This tour is packed with award-winning experiences and must-see gems whilst staying in a superb 4-star hotel in the centre of Kings Lynn and surrounded by the big skies of North Norfolk. We have exclusive access to the head Gardener at Houghton Hall, which is home to a prized walled garden and a spectacular herd of deer. We include a return journey on one of the UK’s greatest heritage railways and enjoy a sea cruise with the chance to spot common and grey seal.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We travel to East Anglia making a stop for lunch (not included) in Ely. A city full of charm and beauty with one of the most magniﬁcent cathedrals in England. On arrival at the hotel, we are treated to tea and biscuits before our 4-night stay.

The Dukes Head Hotel, Kings Lynn HHHH

There can be few more imposing hotels in the east of England than the Dukes Head. Its striking powder-blue façade, a study in Georgian elegance, is as much a part of King’s Lynn’s Tuesday Market Place as the stalls that have traded here for generations. It’s the quintessential market town hotel restyled for the discerning twenty-ﬁrst-century traveller. The rooms are large and are all equipped with en-suite facilities and have TV, telephone, iron and hospitality tray.

Mobility Grade: 4 – The hotel is accessible throughout with a lift to all ﬂoors.

Monday Today we have an included visit to the Sandringham Estate. This grade II listed building is set in some 24 hectares of stunning gardens and is probably the most famous stately home in Norfolk. With knowledgeable guides in every room of the house, a museum housing extraordinary collections of Royal vehicles, rare ceramics, photographs and memorabilia there is plenty to see and enjoy. Owned by His Majesty the King and was originally purchased by Queen Victoria in 1862 for the Prince of Wales. The House, along with Balmoral, it is not part of The Crown Estate, it is in fact – the personal property of The King.

Tuesday Today we visit Houghton Hall – one of the ﬁnest Palladian Houses in this country. Built in the 1720’s, for Sir Robert Walpole, Britain's First Prime Minister. We have a tour with the head gardener which takes in the award-winning 5-acre walled garden which includes a spectacular double-sided herbaceous border, a formal rose parterre, a Mediterranean garden and much more. Later we visit the traditional seaside resort of Hunstanton. (Note: Due to steps, uneven paths and cobbled areas, this attraction is not recommended for wheelchair users).

Wednesday This morning we make our way to Sheringham where we board the North Norfolk Railway for a return journey where we are treated to views of the smart, Victorian seaside resort of Sheringham, the Georgian market town of Holt, and the pretty village and shingle beaches at Weybourne. Next, we continue to Blakeney for a 1-hour cruise with commentary along the National Trust nature reserve, where we have an opportunity to get 'up close and personal' to the resident grey seal and common seal colonies without causing a disturbance.

Thursday We depart the Hotel after breakfast, making comfort stops and a suitable lunch stop en-route. Arriving back in Henley in the afternoon.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) The Sandringham Estate

) Private Tour of Houghton Hall & Gardens

) The North Norfolk Railway

) Blakeney Harbour Cruise

Not Included: All lunches

Blakeney

England – Eastern Counties

COASTAL NORFOLK & HOLKHAM HALL

An enjoyable tour to Norfolk with time in the coastal resorts of Cromer and Old Hunstanton. Visit North Walsham and explore the famous Norfolk Lavender fields. Alongside this we include a visit to Holkham Hall home to the Earls of Leicester

4 Nights £869

HISTORIC LINCOLN & Interesting Life Talks

Enjoy Three nights of entertaining and humorous after dinner talks. Sit back after dinner and listen to the life stories of three people from the world of entertainment. First night we have Britain's most famous Women’s Institute member, Patricia Stewart the original ‘CALENDAR GIRL’ now made into a hit movie starring Helen Mirren and Julie Walters. On the second night we present ‘LIFE AS A TILLER’ by Jackie Simmonds. During the 1950’s and 1960’s the Tiller Girls established themselves as the premier dance troupe on British commercial television, being associated particularly with the iconic Sunday Night at the London Palladium. On the final night we present ‘MY LIFE ON BOARD THE QE2’ the last of the great liners. Mike James was musical director from 1981 until the mid-90’s on this world-famous ship. Working with such famous people as Bob Hope, Bert Bacharach and Vera Lynn. Listen as he talks about the ups and downs of life on board ship.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Travelling east, we make our way to our hotel in Old Hunstanton for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday We travel to the world-famous Lavender Fields and discover the great tradition of English Lavender growing. We take a tour in our coach through the local villages and ﬁnding out about some of the local lore and legends. We continue to the historic village of Walsingham famed for its religious shrines and a major pilgrimage centre since medieval times.

Wednesday Enjoy a north Norfolk tour and take in the miles of unspoilt countryside as we drive to Holt from where we board the North Norfolk Line Railway for a one-way journey to Sheringham where we have free time to

The Le Strange Arms, Old Hunstanton HHHH

The Le Strange Arms Hotel sits quietly in the North Norfolk village of Old Hunstanton and enjoys an unrivalled seashore setting, with lawns sweeping down to the dunes and sandy beach.

Bursting with character, the hotel is also well situated for exploring the local area and the beautiful North Norfolk coastline.

Restaurant & bar.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Generally level with isolated steps throughout. The hotel has a lift.

explore. From here e visit the coastal resort Cromer for a leisurely afternoon by the sea.

Thursday This morning we make the journey to Holkham Hall an 18thcentury Palladian style house, based on designs by William Kent and built by Thomas Coke, 1st Earl of Leicester. The current Earl and his family still reside here and have opened their doors to showcase their treasures.

Including Thomas’s landscape painting collection, sculptures, antiques, tapestries, and a library featuring over 10.000 rare books. In the grounds, there is a historic walled garden to stroll around.

Friday Homeward Bound.

Mon 15Fri 19 Sep 2025

4 Nights | £869

Tour Departs: 10.00am Returns By: 4.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Norfolk Lavender Tour

) The North Norfolk Railway

) Holkham Hall

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: Nil (Within Allocation)

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Included Excursions

Friday We travel to stunning Belvoir Castle, where we can discover its spectacular interiors, lavish bedrooms and magniﬁcent state rooms. Wander outside and explore the relaxing and tranquil gardens. We continue to our hotel for our 3-night stay.

Saturday We visit the beautiful city of Lincoln, with its tangle of cobbled medieval streets and colossal 12thcentury cathedral.

Sunday We travel to Barnsdale Gardens, created and made famous by gardener Geoff Hamilton and the BBC programme Gardeners World. Discover 38 gardens within 8-acres of land with useful tips for your own garden, however big or small.

Monday En-route home, we visit the

For information on this hotel please see P55 alongside.

Fri 21Mon 24 March 2025

3 Nights

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 3 nights half board

) Entrance to Belvoir Castle, Barnsdale Gardens & the King

Richard III Visitor Centre

) 3 nights entertaining ‘My Interesting Life’ Dinner Talks with Celebratory guest speakers as itemised

Not Included: All lunches

The Barn Hotel & Spa Grantham HHH

King Richard III Visitors Centre in Leicester, before returning home in the afternoon.

Cromer

Belvoir Castle

3 Nights £549

DISCOVERING LINCOLNSHIRE

This tour takes us on a discovery of Lincolnshire’s outstanding landscape of rolling hills, hidden valleys, gentle streams and pretty villages. We also dip into some of Lincolnshire’s most beautiful houses and gardens.

LINCOLNSHIRE HERITAGE & THE DAMBUSTERS

Get ready for ‘take off’ on this tour which celebrates the aviation heritage of Lincoln and its role in WWII.

4 Nights from £639

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We head to Barnsdale Gardens, created and made famous by gardener Geoff Hamilton and the BBC programme Gardeners World, before continuing to our hotel for our 4-night stay.

Monday We drive to the historic City of Lincoln with its magniﬁcent cathedral. First, we meet our guide for a familiarisation tour of the city on the coach, and later in the day we enjoy a guided tour of the Cathedral.

Tuesday This morning we call at the beautiful town of Stamford, before visiting Burghley House, a 13,000-acre working estate on the outskirts of Stamford

Wednesday We visit Springﬁelds Garden Centre at Spalding before continuing to Belton House (NT)

Barn Hotel & Spa,

Set in luscious Lincolnshire countryside this award-winning hotel successfully combines rustic charm with modern amenities. Restaurant, bar, lounge.

Spa/Wellness centre including Jacuzzi, whirlpool & gymnasium.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality: Generally level. Hotel: Generally level with occasional steps to public areas. Bedrooms are on 3 ﬂoors all served by a lift.

the perfect English country house, set in its own deer park.

Thursday Homeward bound.

Sun 6Thu 10 Apr 2025

4 Nights | £639

Sun 5Thu 9 Oct 2025

4 Nights | £649

Tour Departs: 9.00 (Apr) 9.30am (Oct)

Returns By: 3.30pm (Both Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom and Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks (6 Apr) OR Club Class Extra Legroom Coach (5 Oct)

) Tea & Biscuits on arrival

) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to Barnsdale Gardens

) Guided Tour of Lincoln

) Entrance to Burghley House

) Entrance to Belton House (NT) Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £92

Holiday Insurance:

£34 (Apr) £36 (Oct)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Discounts available for (NT) National Trust Members

4 Nights from £659

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We visit the historic city of Lincoln before checking into our hotel for our 4-night stay.

Monday In the morning, we travel to the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Museum. We then travel onto the We’ll Meet Again Museum, which houses many period artifacts that will be familiar to many.

Tuesday After breakfast we visit the popular Lincolnshire coastal resort of Cleethorpes

Wednesday Today, our ‘Aviation Heritage’ theme continues today with a visit to the Bomber Command Centre – a world class facility that serves as a point of recognition and remembrance for Bomber Command. In the afternoon we continue to the delightful village of Woodhall Spa with its

HHHH

Nestled in 190 acres of beautiful woodland, the Forest Pines has it all. One of the best championship golf courses in the country, 188 spacious well-designed bedrooms with all of today’s modern amenities. There is an outstanding leisure club, pool, sauna, steam room, treatment rooms & gym.

Mobility Grade: 4 – The locality is reasonably level. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Dambuster’s connections and its unique Kinema

Thursday Homeward bound.

Sun 4Thu 8 May 2025

4 Nights | £659

Sun 10Thu 14 Aug 2025 4 Nights | £679

Tour Departs: 10.30am

Returns By: 3.00pm (Both Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom

Coach

) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to the Lincolnshire Aviation Museum & the ‘We’ll Meet Again’ Museum

) Bomber Command Centre

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £180

Holiday Insurance: £34 (May) £36 (Aug)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

The

Grantham HHH

The Doubletree by Hilton Forest Pines Spa & Golf Resort, Broughton, Lincolnshire

in the Woods.

Stamford

Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre

We’ll Meet Again Museum

England – North West

GREAT HOUSES OF CHESHIRE

From magnificent stately homes to quintessentially English gardens, Cheshire's splendid array of historic houses and gardens offer visitors the chance to journey back in time and experience what it would have been like to actually live and work in one of these stunning properties.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We journey north into the Peak District, pausing for free time in beautiful Buxton, and admire the elegance of the Edwardian Opera House and pretty Pavilion Gardens

From here we continue to Shrigley Hall Hotel for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday We begin with a visit to Dunham Massey. Dating from 1732, the house has ﬁne collections of furniture, paintings and silver. The gardens are stunning with a moat and orangery. This afternoon we are at Arley Hall Gardens. The gardens are amongst the ﬁnest in the country, created over 250 years by successive generations.

Wednesday The day starts with a drive into the historic city of Chester. The

Shrigley Hall Hotel, Pott Shrigley HHHH

Shrigley Hall Hotel & Spa is an elegant Georgian country house, set in 262 acres of grounds in the village of Pott Shrigley, on the edge of the Peak District National Park. Hotel facilities include a leisure centre with indoor inﬁnity pool, steam room or whirlpool spa – all housed in what was a Salesian chapel, a courtyard bar & lounge. Guest rooms are en-suite and have TV, telephone, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities and lift access.

THE BEATLES OF LIVERPOOL

Famous world-wide as the birthplace of The Beatles, the city is rich in culture, and no visit to Liverpool would be complete without a cruise on the world-famous Mersey Ferry.

day is then free for you to explore. The unique 2 storey ‘Rows’ of shops are worth a look, or you may fancy a gentle stroll to the River Dee for a boat trip.

Thursday This morning we make our way south to Cholmondeley Castle Gardens. In the afternoon we have our ﬁnal visit, to magniﬁcent Tatton Park

This stunning, historic estate is set in over 1000 acres of Cheshire Parkland.

Friday Departing after breakfast, we pause in Bakewell, before returning home in the afternoon.

Mon 26Fri 30 May 2025 4 Nights |

Tour Departs: 10.30am Returns By: 4.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Dunham Massey

) Arley Hall Gardens

) Cholmondeley Castle Gardens

) Tatton Park

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: Nil

Holiday Insurance: £34

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We depart and make our way to Liverpool arriving at Hard Day’s Night Hotel. For our 4 nights stay.

Tuesday This morning we are joined by our local guide for a fascinating tour of Liverpool, including places made famous by the Beatles.In the afternoon we make our way to the Beatles Museum home to a large collection of authentic Beatles Memorabilia.

Wednesday This morning we head for the Beatles Story Museum, as the journey is told of how four young lads from Liverpool were propelled to the dizzy heights of fame and fortune from their humble childhood beginnings.

The Hard Day’s Night Hotel, Liverpool HHHH

Housed in the magniﬁcent Grade II listed Central Buildings, dating back to 1884, the beautifully restored hotel is steeped in history. Lounge Bar, Bar Four, Blakes Restaurant. This Beatles-themed hotel has exclusive artwork and boutique bedrooms with free Wi-Fi. The 4-star bedrooms each have a luxury bathroom and an interactive ﬂat-screen TV. Rooms also have a Hypnos bed, and all are individually decorated with Beatles artwork and modern furniture.

Thursday After enjoying breakfast we head for Strawberry Fields a location that inspired much of John Lennon’s work with song “Strawberry Fields Forever. Later, we include a Mersey Ferries Cruise where we ride on the iconic ‘Mersey Ferry’ and be spellbound by the breathtaking views of Liverpool and the Wirral.

Friday Homeward bound.

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Guided Tour of Liverpool on the coach

) The Beatles Museum

) The Beatles Story Museum

) Strawberry Fields

) Mersey Cruise

Not included: All lunches

Arley Hall

Beatles Story Museum

With Afternoon Tea at Blackpool Tower Ballroom

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We head north to Oswaldtwistle Mills – the Home & Lifestyle Centre in Lancashire which has something to charm visitors of all ages. From here, we continue to our Hotel in Lytham for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday Today we head north to visit Lancaster Castle. Dating back almost 1,000 years, the castle occupies a citycentre hilltop location on the site of three successive Roman forts.

Wednesday This morning we head to 18th Century Lytham Hall – the ﬁnest Georgian House in Lancashire. Our guided tour tells us more of the history of the family and takes in

Best Western Glendower Hotel, St. Annes HHH

Situated overlooking St. Annes Pier, sitting directly opposite a sandy beach and just 10 minutes’ drive from Blackpool Pleasure Beach. The hotel offers breathtaking views across the Irish Sea, while the nearby Alpine and Ashton Gardens offer picturesque tranquillity. ‘Coast’ Restaurant, bar/lounge.

beautiful plasterwork, Gillow furniture, and historic paintings.

Thursday Today we head to the Blackpool Tower Ballroom where you can enjoy live music from the Mighty Wurlitzer and enjoy an Afternoon Tea Experience. The rest of the day is yours to explore Blackpool at leisure.

Friday Homeward bound.

Mon 14Fri 18 Jul 2025 4 Nights | £849

Departs: 10.30am Returns By: 3.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom and Complimentary on-board hot & cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Outlined Excursions

) Lancaster Castle Guided Tour

) Lytham Hall

) Afternoon Tea Experience at Blackpool Tower Ballroom

Not included: All lunches

LYTHAM ST. ANNES & The Blackpool Illuminations

The resort of Lytham St. Annes, with its Victorian heritage, old world charm and small friendly shops offers the feel of a gentle bygone age that provides a welcome contrast to the vibrant town of nearby Blackpool.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We drive north to Salford Quays, Greater Manchester’s unique waterfront destination. Home to the Imperial War Museum North and The Lowry amongst others. Later, we continue to our hotel for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday Enjoy a jaunt up the coast to Lancashire's entertainment capital, Blackpool. This evening enjoy a Guided Illuminations drive taking you through the 6 miles of dazzling “artiﬁcial sunlight” as over a million lamps, lasers and light bulbs create an electric extravaganza.

Best Western Glendower Hotel, St. Annes HHH

Wednesday A day at leisure to experience the wide-open sandy beaches of St. Annes

Thursday We ﬁrst visit the city of Lancaster, famed for its castle and Georgian architecture, before returning via Morecambe, boasting wide expanses of beach and a glimpse of the Lakeland fells in the distance.

Friday We head homeward, but not before a visit to Rufford Old Hall (NT) A stunning Tudor Great Hall with fantastic furniture, tapestries and a carved oak screen.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

Single Room: Nil

Mobility Grade: 3 – Please note, due to the layout of the hotel, the lift does not reach all rooms, so if you require a lift accessible bedroom, please let us know at the time of booking. Mon 27Fri 31 Oct 2025 4 Nights | £739 Tour Departs: 10.00am Returns By: 5.00pm

Mobility Grade: 3 – Please note, due to the layout of the hotel, the lift does not reach all rooms, so if you require a lift accessible bedroom, please let us know at the time of booking

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom and Complimentary on-board hot & cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Guided Tour of the Illuminations

) Entrance to Rufford Old Hall (NT)

Not included: All lunches

Blackpool Tower Ballroom

Blackpool Illuminations

England – North West

LONGRIDGE FELL, FOREST OF BOWLAND & The Ribble Valley

Once again we are delighted to feature the glorious Gibbon Bridge Hotel – Ideally located for exploring the highlights of Lancashire and uncovering its wonderful local heritage. Privately owned, this 30 bedroomed 4-star country hotel is in the heart of the Ribble Valley, nestling in 23 acres of beautiful gardens surrounded by the Forest of Bowland –an area of rugged, unspoilt countryside in rural Lancashire.

4 Nights £979

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday Travelling north our journey includes a visit to the fashionable seaside resort of Southport. From here we carry on to our hotel located in the Lancashire Fells for our 4-night stay.

Monday This morning we visit Gawthorpe Hall (NT), affectionately known as ‘Downton of the North’. The Hall was redesigned in the 1850’s by Sir Charles Barry, designer of the Houses of Parliament and the real ‘Downton’ – Highclere Castle and is a ﬁne example of Elizabethan architecture where we discover its rooms ﬁlled with Victorian Gothic furnishings and decoration. We then continue to Clitheroe Castle Museum, which stands high on Castle Hill and has dominated Clitheroe’s skyline for over 800 years. It tells the story of Clitheroe and its surrounding area: the formation of the land 350 million years ago.

Tuesday The interior décor and flower arrangements at the Gibbon Bridge are always a major talking point and today, after breakfast, we have a talk and flower arranging demonstration. After included morning coffee we then meet the Head Gardener for a tour of the hotel’s magnificent gardens. Following an included light lunch, we enjoy an afternoon visit to Samlesbury Hall, a fabulous half-timbered black and white medieval house built in 1325. A guided tour takes us around and brings its history to life.

Gibbon

Hotel,

One of Lancashire’s ﬁnest hotels with luxury bedrooms and a stylish restaurant with ﬁne views of the award-winning gardens and Longridge Fell. Privately owned for over 30 years, the original family farm has been lovingly converted into an award-winning hotel. The hotel comprises 30 individually appointed spacious rooms; a large number of which

are split level suites with their own private lounges, bedrooms and en-suites, each individually designed. The restaurant sources all its produce locally, not only from local suppliers but from its own kitchen gardens and onsite bakery. The gardens and views from the terrace, conservatory and restaurant are stunning throughout the year. The large comfortable lounge bar with a roaring open ﬁre offers a welcome retreat on a wet afternoon.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Locality & hotel are generally level. A few isolated steps throughout but a lift is available.

Wednesday Our journey today begins with a visit to Skipton – ‘the Gateway to the Dales’. Later, we step back into a bygone era and enjoy a journey onboard the Embsay and Bolton Railway through the picturesque scenery. On our journey we will be treated to a tasty ‘ﬁsh & chip’ lunch

Our ﬁnal visit of the day will be to Bolton Abbey, a ruined Priory set in a beautiful and tranquil location alongside the River Wharfe, surrounded by moorland, woodland, and riverside – a truly inspirational setting.

Thursday Our homeward journey starts with a visit to Dewlay Cheesemakers, recognised for producing the very ﬁnest quality Lancashire Cheese. Enjoy a tasting, before returning home during the afternoon.

Sun 3Thu 7 Aug 2025

4 Nights | £979

Tour Departs: 8.00am

Returns By: 5.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Entrances to Gawthorpe Hall (NT) & Clitheroe Castle Museum

) Talk from the Head Gardener at our hotel plus a light lunch

) Samlesbury Hall (Guided Tour)

) Embsay Light Railway with a ‘Fish & Chip’ lunch

) Visit to Dewlay Cheesemakers Not Included: 3 lunches

Single Room: £40

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All

Bridge

Chipping, Forest of Bowland HHHH

Gawthorpe Hall

NORTH WEST EXPLORER

A truly special journey awaits on this new tour of some of the Northwest’s best-known sights and scenery. Starting in Lancashire we enjoy the Ribble Valley, rich in Roman history, as well as a step on tour of Oswaldtwistle Mills and a heritage train ride on the East Lancashire Railway.

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday We journey north to the Manchester Airport Runway Visitor Park – home to a variety of retired planes, including the spectacular supersonic airliner, Concorde. From here we continue to our hotel for our 4-night stay.

Friday This morning, we join a step on guided tour from Oswaldtwistle to enjoy a scenic drive through the picturesque Ribble Valley, travelling through some well-known places such as Ribchester, built on the site of a Roman fort, and Longridge. Our journey ends at the Oswaldtwistle Mills shopping village and garden centre.

Saturday We travel to the Yorkshire market town of Skipton – ‘Gateway to

Mercure Norton Grange Hotel, Nr Rochdale HHH

Mercure Norton Grange Hotel and Spa is a luxurious 4-star property in Rochdale. All 81 bedrooms are equipped with air-conditioning, a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There are 3 steps down to the well-sized, elegant restaurant, which overlooks the gardens and there is a bar and outside seating. Extensive leisure facilities including 18m heated, indoor swimming pool, hydro pool, Jacuzzi, steam room, aroma room, ice room, rock sauna & biosauna * Lift * Bar * Restaurant.

GRANGE-OVER-SANDS & THE SOUTHERN LAKES

Grange-over-Sands is a quiet seaside retreat on the Southern tip of the Cartmel Peninsula, between the mountains and the sea, and only seven miles from Windermere.

the Dales’. You have the morning at leisure to explore, before embarking on an hour cruise on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal, served with tea/coffee & biscuits.

Sunday This morning we enjoy a heritage train journey on the East Lancashire Railway from Bury to Rawtenstall. Later we journey to the National Trust’s Gawthorpe Hall a stunning Elizabethan country house on the banks of the River Calder.

Monday Departing after breakfast, we journey into the Peak District National Centre to Buxton, before returning home in the afternoon.

Thu 3Mon 7 Jul 2025 4 Nights | £795 Tour Departs: 9.00am Returns By: 5.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Guided Tour of the Ribble Valley & Oswaldtwistle Mill

) Skipton Canal Cruise

) East Lancashire Railway & Gawthorpe Hall (NT)

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £140 Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday En-route to our hotel we travel via the gardens of Levens Hall in the Southern Lakes where there are twelve wonderful acres of gardens to explore. From here, it’s a short drive to our hotel for our 4-night stay.

Monday Today, we visit Lakes Aquarium on the southern shore of Windermere. The Lakes Aquarium is home to hundreds of amazing creatures, showcasing local wildlife. Also, enjoy a 45-minute cruise on Lake Windermere

Tuesday A leisurely return steam train journey on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway from the coastal village of Ravenglass through the foothills of the Lake District National Park. We continue to Muncaster Castle,

The Grange Hotel, Grange-over-Sands HHHH

The Grange Hotel enjoys an unrivalled position in Grangeover-Sands, with panoramic bay views. It is an elegant and traditional hotel taking us back to the golden years but with all modern amenities. All different 55 bedrooms have private facilities. There are separate restaurants, lounges and bar. Leisure including indoor swimming pool, passenger lift, 24 hour reception, free Wi-Fi and spa.

Gardens, Hawk and Owl Centre

Wednesday We make our way to the magniﬁcent Holker Hall and Gardens Tour the house and discover the distinguished library, elegant drawing room, and ornate dining room. This afternoon we visit the Lakeland Motor Museum, housing some 30,000 exhibits including cars, bikes, tractors and all kinds of memorabilia. Thursday Homeward bound.

Sun 13Thu 17 Jul 2025 4 Nights | £839

Tour Departs: 9.30am Returns By: 5.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach

) 4 nights half board

) Levens Hall

) Lakes Aquarium & Windermere Lake Cruise

) Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway

) Muncaster Castle, Gardens, Hawk & Owl Centre

) Holker Hall & Gardens

) The Lakeland Motor Museum

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: Nil (Within Allocation) Holiday Insurance: £36 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Manchester Airport Runway Visitor Centre

Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway

England – North West

EDEN VALLEY & THE NORTH PENNINES

Escape to the Lakes & Dales

Welcome to Eden, half a million acres of some of the loveliest countryside in England. Appleby Manor Country House Hotel is surrounded by the inspiring mountains and fells of the Lake District, North Pennines and the Yorkshire Dales. Here you will find a place to relax… sit back and enjoy real pleasure. Open log fires, a fine selection of wines and whiskies together with an award-winning restaurant, excellent bedrooms and superb views over the Eden Valley.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel north to Lancaster. Discover its captivating past and cultured present. We visit Lancaster Castle with its 19th century prison cells and views of the River Lune before continuing to our hotel for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday Embark on a journey like no other today as we experience England’s largest lake and the true wonder of Windermere from the water on a scenic Windermere Lake Cruise as commentary guides you through a fascinating history and the unmissable sights around the lake.

Wednesday Open the pages of the greatest mid-19th century love story as you join a museum curator for a specialist talk at the Bowes Museum – a hidden treasure, in the very English countryside of Co. Durham, yet in a building more ﬁtting to a neo-classical French City. Founded by the passionate John & Joséphine Bowes and their shared love of art, this world-class museum today contains the greatest collection of European ﬁne & decorative arts including the 18th century Silver Swan exhibit and paintings by Goya and El Greco. In the afternoon we visit the market town of Barnard Castle, located on the north bank of the River Tees.

Thursday Today we visit Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, a Grade 1 listed country house and UNESCO World Heritage Site, is nestled in the picturesque Lake District along the banks of the River Eamont. Dating back to the Saxon era, the mansion showcases exquisite furniture by Robert Gillow and Thomas Chippendale, and boasts a museum featuring one of the earliest examples of mid-18th century hand-painted Chinese wallpaper. The formal gardens, adorned with over 200 roses, apple trees, and the UK's widest silver ﬁr tree, have previously won the “Historic Houses Garden of the Year Award” and has been named among the top 10 gardens in Northern Britain.

Appleby Manor Hotel & Spa, Nr Appleby-in-Westmoreland HHHH

This family-run hotel, housed in a Victorian mansion outside the market town of Appleby, has glorious views over the Eden valley. Situated in one of the finest spots near the Lake District, you will find contemporary countrychic interiors, an open log fire and mountain ranges, valleys, and fells aplenty, you are in for a scenic

rural retreat. The hotel offers a mix of 31 traditional and contemporary bedrooms, focusing on comfort rather than style, excellent service, and a well-designed small spa.

AA Rosette-awarded restaurant. Bar/bistro. Spa.

Mobility Grade: 2 – Please note some of the rooms may be allocated in the Coach House which is approx. 10 yards from the main house, across a gravel courtyard. All upper ﬂoor rooms accessible by stairs. No lift in this hotel. There are 4 ground ﬂoor rooms in the Coach House.

Friday Departing after breakfast we enjoy a scenic drive through the glorious Yorkshire Dales to the historic town of Settle before returning home in the late afternoon.

Mon 19Fri 23 May 2025 4 Nights | £969

Tour Departs:

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Lancaster Castle

) Windermere Lake Cruise

) Bowes Museum Tour & Talk

) Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens

Not included: All lunches

Lake Windermere

Dalemain Mansion © Dalemain Mansion

LAKELAND EXPLORER At the Skiddaw Hotel

The Lake District is a unique destination and is home to a stunning combination of rugged crags, rolling wooded valleys and tranquil lakes. The bustling market town of Keswick is the perfect base, from which we will explore some of Cumbria’s most stunning and dramatic landscapes.

4 Nights from £829

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We depart from Henley and journey north to Kendal ‘Gateway to the Lakes’ for lunch then onto your hotel in Keswick, time to relax before dinner.

Monday. This morning, we visit Grasmere, famous for its gingerbread and of course it was once the home of the famous poet William Wordsworth. On the outskirts of the village, we step back in time as we visit the Wordsworth Museum & Dove Cottage. Now re-opened after a multi-million-pound restoration project we get a feel for daily life as the Wordsworth’s would have known and experience a humble home where extraordinary writing and thinking took place. We continue to Bowness where we enjoy a scenic sightseeing cruise on stunning Lake Windermere

Tuesday A morning excursion to Cockermouth, birthplace of William Wordsworth. The thriving town boasts medieval and Georgian streets with small independent shops and a wide selection of interesting antique and gift shops, cafes and pubs. We return to Keswick for free time in the afternoon.

Wednesday. This morning, we experience the comfortable services of Mountain Goat. A ﬂeet of mini coaches takes us ﬁrst to Coniston Water where we visit the Ruskin Museum where we will be able to view Donald Campbell’s ‘Bluebird’. From here we enjoy a cruise on Coniston Water on-board the steam yacht Gondola We continue to Hilltop (NT). This 17th century farmhouse was where Beatrix Potter wrote many of her children’s stories. Our return is via Tarn Hows. Thursday Departing Keswick we commence our journey home.

The Skiddaw Hotel, Keswick HHH

This popular hotel enjoys an excellent location in the market square of the lovely town of Keswick. Cocktail bar and conservatory, stylish restaurant and pleasant lounge.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Town: Generally level. Hotel: Level location. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Tour Departs: 9.00am (Mar ) 8.00am (Apr) 8.30am (Jul/Aug/Oct) Returns By: 5.30pm (Mar) 6.00pm (Apr/Jul/Aug/Oct)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom ) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks (Mar/Apr/Jul/Oct) OR Club

Class Extra Legroom Coach (Aug)

) 4 nights half board

) Windermere Lake Cruise

) Wordsworth Museum & Dove Cottage

) Mountain Goat Mini-Coach Excursion as itemised Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: Nil Holiday Insurance: £34 (Mar/Apr) £36 (Jul/Aug/Oct)

Hill Top

Mountain Goat Tour

England – North West

THE BEAUTIFUL SCENIC LAKE DISTRICT

The sheer beauty of the Lake District has inspired poets and artists for centuries, and the area needs little introduction. We feature a variety of interesting excursions!

CUMBRIAN CAVALCADE

Cumbria is considered as one of the most beautiful places in the UK and is a great place for touring around the picturesque countryside.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We depart and make our way to Cumbria, arriving late afternoon at the Newby Bridge Hotel for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday Today we begin with a drive along the roads of the Grizedale Forest Park to Ambleside. We pause here before heading north past Lake Thirlmere to Keswick. We have our lunch break here. This afternoon we head for beautiful Lake Ullswater and Glenridding for a short stop. We drive over the rugged Kirkstone Pass, with the lonely inn at the summit, and drop down to Lake Windermere

Wednesday Our day begins with a short ride to Haverthwaite Station. Here we catch the train to Lakeside where we visit the Aquarium of the Lakes –Britain’s largest freshwater aquarium.

The Newby Bridge Hotel HHHH

Directly overlooking Lake

Windermere in lovely, landscaped grounds, Newby Bridge Hotel is the perfect base for a Lake District holiday. Hotel facilities include an oak-panelled restaurant and ‘The Huntsman’s Inn’ traditional bar along with a leisure centre with pool, spa pool, gym and steam room. All bedrooms are ensuite and are well appointed with views overlooking the beautiful gardens or the lake itself.

Next, we join the ‘steamer’ for a cruise to Bowness where we have time to enjoy the town.

Thursday Today we follow the coast to Ulverston, birthplace of Stan Laurel. From here we drive up the West Coast to Ravenglass. Here we take a ride on L’al Ratty – The Ravenglass and Eskdale Miniature Railway From here, we return to the hotel via the southern fells.

Friday Homeward bound.

Mon 5Fri 9 May 2025 4 Nights | £729 Mon 15Fri 19 Sep 2025 4 Nights | £795

Tour Departs: 8.00am (Both Dates)

Returns By: 4.30pm (May) 5.45pm (Sep)

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach

) 4 nights half board

) Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway

) Aquarium of the Lakes ) Windermere Cruise

) Ravenglass Railway Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £80

Holiday Insurance: £34 (May) £36 (Sep)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We journey north to Cumbria arriving late afternoon at Crown & Mitre Hotel for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday Today we make our way to the picturesque Kielder Water and Forest Park. We take a break at the visitor centre before continuing to Bellingham and Hexham. This afternoon we return along the path of Hadrian’s Wall, which stretches some 76 miles from the Tyne to the Solway.

Wednesday This morning we board our service train in Carlisle for a scenic ride following the Cumbrian coastline through Maryport and Whitehaven to Ravenglass. Here we join the Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway – that travels from the coast for seven miles through to the foothills of England's highest mountains.

Thursday We travel into the Yorkshire Dales to the market town of Kirkby

The Crown & Mitre Hotel stands in the centre of Carlisle and offers the perfect mix of Edwardian grandeur, with all the modern-day comforts of home. Hotel facilities include swimming pool and Jacuzzi. All bedrooms are en-suite and have television with Freeview, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift.

Lonsdale. We continue via the immense Ribblehead Viaduct, through to Settle In the afternoon we take in the most spectacular train journey on a main line railway in the whole of England –the famous Settle to Carlisle line Friday Homeward Bound.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Club Class Extra Legroom

Coach

) 4 nights half board

) Tea/Coffee & biscuits served on arrival

) Cumbria coast Railway (Carlisle to Ravenglass) & Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway

) Settle to Carlisle Railway Not Included: All lunches Mon 28 AprFri 2 May 2025 4 Nights |

Crown & Mitre Hotel, Carlisle HHH

Ullswater

Hadrian’s Wall

Nights from £729

Nights from £749

YORKSHIRE ‘GRIT & GRANDEUR’

At the Coniston Hotel

The Yorkshire Dales are home to sublime scenery, interesting attractions and friendly locals. The highlights of our itinerary are a guided tour of the remarkable Halifax Piece Hall, a train ride on the scenic Settle & Carlisle Railway and a cruise on the Leeds-Liverpool canal.

4 Nights from £939

Piece Hall

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We travel north, making a comfort stop en-route to the industrially historical town of Halifax. Standing proud in its centre, the Piece Hall is a Grade I listed building dating from 1779 that was built as a cloth hall for the trading of ‘pieces’ of cloth. Upon arrival we will have a tour by a knowledgeable heritage guide who will lead us on a journey of discovery; now the only surviving building of its kind anywhere in the UK there are many fascinating stories to be told, ranging from the Georgian period right through to the current day.

From here, we continue to our hotel and our 4-night stay.

Monday We join our coach for the scenic drive to Carlisle where we begin the highlight of our tour today – a train ride on the Settle & Carlisle Railway. Travelling through the glorious wild fells of Westmorland and the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, we journey through some of the country’s most spectacular scenery to the pretty market town of Settle, where we re-join our coach for the short journey back to our hotel.

Tuesday Our day begins with more beautiful scenery as our memorable route takes us to Grassington then through Wharfdale via Kettlewell to Aysgarth. We continue through delightful Wensleydale to the market town of Hawes, where we visit the Wensleydale Creamery

The Coniston Hotel, Coniston Cold, Nr Skipton HHHH

This impressive hotel offers excellent service and is set amidst 1400 acres of spectacular Yorkshire Dales scenery, centred round a 24-acre lake. Restaurant & bar.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Locality: Fairly level. Hotel: Level. No lift but ground ﬂoor rooms are available on request.

Wednesday Today’s highlight is a scenic canal cruise on the Leeds-Liverpool Canal, with refreshments included. The canal is steeped in over 200 years of history, from its heyday of carrying coal, wool and stone from the dales to Leeds and Liverpool through to modern day pleasure cruisers enjoying the tranquil, slow pace of life. In the afternoon enjoy some free time in Skipton before returning to our hotel.

Thursday It’s time to return home today but not before visiting Haworth, home to the Bronte Sisters, with time to explore the cobbled main street, or perhaps visit the Bronte Parsonage.

Sun 8Thu 12 Jun 2025 4 Nights | £939 Sun 14Thu 18 Sep 2025 4 Nights | £939

Tour Departs: 9.00am

Returns By: 6.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Guided Tour of Halifax Piece Hall

) Settle & Carlisle Railway

) Wensleydale Creamery

) Canal Cruise with Refreshments

Not included: All lunches

Double for Sole Use: £264

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Settle & Carlisle Railway

England – Yorkshire

THE YORKSHIRE DALES & YORK

With its close proximity to the beautiful rolling Yorkshire countryside; this tour has all the ingredients for a truly memorable holiday.

4 Nights from £769

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel north, arriving in Harrogate during the afternoon.

Day 2 This morning we visit Knaresborough, before continuing to Harrogate for free time. Enjoy a stroll through the lovely Valley Gardens and maybe Afternoon Tea at Betty’s or visit the Royal Pump Rooms Museum.

Day 3 Today we make our way into the Yorkshire Dales, ﬁrst calling at Ripon and then making our way to Masham on the edge of the National Park where we visit the Black Sheep Brewery. We then venture into the Yorkshire Dales, travelling via Aysgarth to reach Hawes. This pretty village is home to the Wensleydale Creamery We will hear the details of how cheese

The Crowne Plaza Harrogate HHHH

Situated only a short walk from Harrogate town centre, the Crown Plaza Harrogate offers high levels of service and comfort. All 214 stylish bedrooms are well equipped, the restaurant is modern and contemporary and the bar offers pleasant areas in which to relax.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality & hotel is generally level, there is a slight incline when walking into the town centre. This hotel has a lift to all ﬂoors.

HISTORIC YORK CITY BREAK

Visit charming York, one of Europe's most popular historic cities, renowned for its Roman, Viking and Medieval heritage. The streets are packed full of historic buildings, traditional shops and cafés, and a number of museums and art galleries.

is made, enjoy a few samples.

Day 4 We leave our hotel and head for historic York. We have the day to explore this fascinating city with lots of attractions to keep you busy, such as the National Railway Museum, Jorvik Centre, the City Walls, the little streets and alleyways in the centre, not forgetting the magniﬁcent Minster. Day 5 Homeward bound.

Tue 10Sat 14 Jun 2025

4 Nights | £795 Mon 20Fri 24 Oct 2025

4 Nights | £769

Tour Departs: 10.00am Returns By: 4.00pm (Both Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) 4 nights half board

) Black Sheep Brewery Tour

) Wensleydale Creamery Tour/Tasting Included

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £112

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

4 Nights from £759

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We travel north, arriving in York during the afternoon.

Monday Celebrate Yorkshire’s most famous vet as we pay a morning visit to the World of James Herriot Museum Then sit back and enjoy the views as we drive through the Yorkshire Dales to Grassington, the beautiful Dales village that was transformed into Darrowby during the making of the recent series. Tuesday A day at leisure to enjoy and explore this compact walled City. Will it be the Railway Museum, the Jorvik Viking Centre, The Shambles, a Cruise on the Ouse or the Minster…

Middleton’s Hotel, York HHHH

Nestled in secluded courtyard gardens and within the city walls, Middleton’s Hotel offers 56 cosy guest rooms spread over six historic, grade II listed buildings. This hidden gem is tucked away, yet easily accessible, this oasis of calm is just a 5-minute walk from the main shopping area and local attractions, making it the ideal base for exploring York, and enjoying a peaceful break! Rooms are equipped with ﬂat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea and coffee making facilities. Restaurant and lounge bar. Although there is no lift within the hotel, ground ﬂoor rooms are available.

so much choice!

Wednesday Step back in time on a tour of the magniﬁcent Castle Howard In the afternoon enjoy a tour of the North Yorks Moors posing for photos by landmarks like Beggar’s Bridge and Rosedale Abbey. and explore the lively market town of Helmsley Thursday Homeward bound.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom and complimentary on-board drinks (Jul) OR Club Class Extra Legroom Coach (Sep)

) 4 nights half board

) Outlined Excursions

) The World of James Herriot Museum

) Entrance to

prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Yorkshire Dales

Grassington

DISCOVERING YORKSHIRE

This tour allows you to see some of the highlights York has to offer including Castle Howard, a journey on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway and a cruise on the River Ouse.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Depart from Henley, we travel north to York and arrive in time for dinner at the Queens Hotel. 4 nights stay – dinner, bed and breakfast.

Tuesday Today is ‘York in a nutshell’ After breakfast, we are joined by our tour guide for a comprehensive morning sightseeing tour of York. In the afternoon we enjoy a cruise on the river Ouse, followed by free time to explore the city at leisure.

Wednesday Our ﬁrst stop is Pickering where we join the North Yorkshire Moors Railway for a ride across the moors to the historic seaport of Whitby, with its ruined abbey on the cliff top overlooking the busy harbour. We have time for lunch here and to

The Queen’s Hotel, York HHH

The Queens’s Hotel is located on the banks of the River Ouse in the centre of York, ideal for all the attractions of this historic city.

After your day out relax with a drink in the Riverside Lounge and enjoy the river views. All bedrooms are en-suite and have television with radio, telephone, and hairdryer and refreshment tray. The hotel has a lift. Mobility Grade: 5 – City: Generally level. Hotel: Has lift or slope alternative to steps.

YORKSHIRE’S COLOURFUL COAST

Join us on a relaxing tour of discovery through Yorkshire to experience the rural beauty, bustling towns and dramatic coastline. Enjoy visits to the pretty harbour port of Bridlington and much- loved coastal resort of Scarborough.

explore the town before returning across Blakey Ridge, offering some of the most spectacular views of the area.

Thursday We have the morning free for further exploration of York city centre. You can visit the Jorvik Centre, The National Railway Museum, or walk the City Walls, the list is endless. No visit to York is complete without seeing the magniﬁcent Minster. This afternoon we visit delightful Castle Howard best known for its starring role in ‘Brideshead Revisited’.

Friday Homeward bound.

Mon 4Fri 8 Aug 2025

4 Nights | £698

Tour Departs: 10.30am Returns By: 4.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

) 4 nights half board

) York in a Nutshell Guided Tour

) York Riverboat Trip

) The North Yorkshire Moors Railway

) Castle Howard

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £94

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.

Monday This morning, we relive history with a visit to Sewerby Hall and Gardens, a delightful Grade I house in a spectacular clifftop setting. In the afternoon we have free time to explore the popular seaside town of Bridlington

Tuesday This morning, we visit Scarborough with free time to explore its bustling streets lined with shops. Enjoy a return journey on the Scarborough North Bay Railway where we are treated to ﬁsh ‘n’

The Expanse Hotel, Bridlington HHH

The family-run Expanse Hotel is situated on Bridlington’s seafront, around 10 minutes’ walk from the town centre with its numerous shops, cafés, bars and restaurants.

The 48 bedrooms are tastefully decorated and equipped with TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The restaurant, Wilxys by the Sea, is open plan with art deco features and original parquet maple ﬂoor and overlooks Bridlington’s north bay. The Marine Bar offers panoramic views of north bay overlooking Flamborough Head and the ﬁshing harbour, with the outdoor terrace area providing the perfect spot for alfresco dining.

• Lift • Bar • Restaurant.

chips at the station.

Wednesday Today we head to Pocklington for a visit to Burnby Hall Gardens. After free time in Pocklington we stop off in Beverley during the afternoon – a traditional thriving town with a 13th century minster.

Thursday Homeward bound.

Sun 18Thu 22 May 2025 4 Nights | £769

Sun 28 SepThu 2 Oct 2025 4 Nights | £799

Tour Departs: 10.30am (May) 10.00am (Sep)

Returns By: 4.00pm (May) 4.30pm (Sep)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom and complimentary on-board drinks (May) OR Club Class Extra Legroom Coach (Sep)

) 4 nights half board

) Sewerby Hall & Gardens

) A Ride on the Scarborough North Bay Railway with a Fish & Chip lunch

) Burnby Hall Gardens Included: 4 lunches

Single Room: Nil (Within Allocation) Holiday Insurance: £34 (May) £36(Oct)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

North Yorkshire Moors Railway Scarborough

4 Nights £698

4 Nights from £769

England – Yorkshire

SCARBOROUGH & NORTH YORKSHIRE

Scarborough enjoys an unrivalled position as one of Britain's premier coastal resorts yet also lies tantalisingly close to North Yorkshire's rugged National Park.

Holiday Itinerary

Tuesday We journey north to Scarborough arriving at the popular Crown Spa Hotel for our 4-night stay.

Wednesday This morning we follow the coast road to Whitby, the famous ﬁshing port which was once the home of Captain James Cook. High above the harbour stands the 7th century Whitby Abbey, the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s ‘Dracula’.

Thursday A free day to explore the varied attractions of Scarborough.

Friday Our day starts in picture postcard Helmsley. We continue in the afternoon to Eden Camp, where you will be transported back to experience the sights, sounds and smells of wartime Britain with the Home Front and the Front Line all set within the buildings and grounds of an original

The Crown Spa Hotel, Scarborough HHH

The Crown enjoys a commanding position on Scarborough’s South Beach, yet just a short walk from the beach and town centre. The hotel hosts its own swimming pool and leisure centre where guests can relax and indulge themselves in the elegant surroundings.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality: Fairly level. A few isolated stairs in public areas with a lift to all ﬂoors.

WHITBY & THE NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS

Whitby is steeped in history and culture and is one of the finest seaside resorts in the UK. With Blue Flag beaches and famous for Fish & chips, ice cream and the ’jet’ industry.

World War II Prisoner of War Camp. Saturday Departing Scarborough we pause at the magniﬁcent Scarborough Fair Collection – a museum of fairground mechanical organs and showman’s engines. We return home during the early evening.

Tue 3Sat 7 Jun 2025

4 Nights | £769 Tue 12Sat 16 Aug 2025 4 Nights | £765

Tour Departs: 9.45am Returns By: 5.00pm (Both Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom and Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks (Jun) OR ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach (Aug)

) 4 nights half board

) Eden Camp

) The Scarborough Fair Collection Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £160 (Jun) £200 (Aug)

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We depart and make our way north to Yorkshire and the Royal Hotel Whitby, with time to settle in and relax before dinner this evening.

Tuesday A free day to discover the varied attractions of Whitby where there is time to explore the narrow streets, perhaps buy some Whitby ‘jet’ –the ‘black amber of the north’.

Wednesday Today's excursion takes us deep into the North Yorkshire Moors

First we visit the charming market town of Helmsley before we reach Rievaulx Abbey – set in a tranquil valley we include a guided tour of the impressive ruins of what was once one of England's most powerful Cistercian monasteries. Enjoy the glorious views as we descend Sutton Bank to Thirsk,

The Royal Whitby Hotel HHH

This traditional coaching hotel is situated high on West Cliff, directly opposite the famous Whalebone Arch, occupying a commanding position with wonderful views across the beaches, harbour and old town. Restaurant, bar & lounge.

Mobility Grade:3 – Locality & hotel is generally level, however there is a slight incline when walking into the town centre.

Isolated steps within hotel. The hotel has a lift.

where we include a visit to the ‘World of James Herriot’ – The former home that features the life and work of ‘Alf Wright’ – the legendary local vet. Thursday Embark on a picturesque journey aboard the Teesside Princess cruising through the tranquil countryside of the River Tees until we reach Yarm. We continue via Saltburnby-the-Sea – a delightful coastal town offering plenty of Victorian charm. Friday Homeward bound.

Tour Departs: 8.30am

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Luxury traveller’ Coach upgrade with First Class Seating & legroom with complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) 4 night’s half board

) Guided tour of Rievaulx Abbey

) The ‘World of James Herriot’

) A Cruise on the River Tees

Not included: All lunches Mon 16Fri 20 Jun 2025 4 Nights | £679

Eden Camp Whitby

England – The North East

DURHAM, BEAMISH & AUCKLAND CASTLE

Join us as we head to Durham for this heritage and history tour. We stay right in the centre of this historic city that is full of charm and appeal. Visit the Land of Prince Bishops – Auckland Castle, as well as Beamish – The Living History Museum of the North.

KYNREN – AN EPIC TALE OF ENGLAND

Set against the magnificent backdrop of Auckland Castle, the 90-minute KYNREN show takes the audiences on a journey through 2,000 years of British history, myth and legend at breakneck speed.

4 Nights

£769

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We journey north to Durham arriving late afternoon at the Radisson Blu hotel for our 4-nights stay.

Tuesday This morning, we head a short distance to Beamish, the world-famous living museum of the North. Here you step back in time to life in North East England during the 1820’s, 1900’s, 1940’s and 1950’s.

Wednesday Today is a day at leisure in historic Durham. As our hotel is located near the centre of the city, there is plenty to see and do within a short walk of the hotel.

Thursday After breakfast, we make the journey to Bishop Auckland and Auckland Castle. This proud home of the Bishops of Durham stands as one of the best-preserved Bishop’s Palaces in Europe. Enjoy time at leisure to explore the castle with staterooms designed to tell the history and story of the bishops that lived here. This afternoon we have included an all-access ticket to the other attractions in the town centre managed by The Auckland Project. This includes a Mining Art Gallery, Spanish Art Gallery, Faith Museum and the Auckland Tower where you can enjoy 360-degree views of the castle,

For hotel details see tour alongside.

Bishop Auckland and the surrounding rural area.

Friday Homeward bound.

Mon 28 JulFri 1 Aug 2025 4 Nights | £769

Tour Departs: 8.00am Returns By: 6.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom and complimentary on-board drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Outlined Excursions

) ‘Entrance to Beamish –‘The Living Museum of the North’

) Auckland Project All access ticket – Auckland Castle and Gardens, Faith Museum, Mining Art Gallery, Auckland Tower and Spanish Art Gallery

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £106

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

3 Nights £605

Holiday Itinerary

Friday We travel north via a stop in Harrogate, a Victorian spa town with great shopping and eating.

Saturday A free morning to explore the captivating city of Durham with its winding, cobbled streets, by the dramatic Durham Cathedral and Castle

World Heritage Site – one of the most

The Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham HHHH

Nestled on a lovely bend of the River Wear in the centre of Durham, the Radisson Blu Hotel provides an idyllic base, just a short walk from major tourist attractions like Durham Castle, Durham Cathedral and the charming Old City. Bedrooms are modern and stylish with ﬂatscreen plasma satellite TV, free internet access, individual climate control, iron and ironing board, safe and tea/coffee making facilities. The contemporary restaurant is complemented by excellent city views. You can relax in the lounge and bar area or enjoy the excellent leisure facilities including a hot tub, sauna and steam room, state-of-the-art gymnasium and swimming pool.

Mobility Grade: 4 – The hotel is accessible throughout with a lift to all ﬂoors.

stunning city panoramas in Europe. Today, lunch substitutes for evening dinner so during the early evening we make our way to Auckland Castle for the show. As dusk turns to darkness, Kynren takes you on a spellbinding voyage through history, myth and legend.

Sunday Today, we visit Beamish OpenAir Museum – a living museum which tells the story of life in North East England in Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian times.

Monday A leisurely drive homeward arriving home during the afternoon.

Fri 1Mon 4 Aug 2025 3 Nights | £605

Tour Departs: 8.00am Returns By: 5.45pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach

) 3 nights half board

) Outlined Excursions

) ‘Superior Ticket’ seating for Kynren – An Epic Tale of England

) Entrance to Beamish Open-Air Museum

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £112

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

The Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham HHHH

Beamish Museum

Kynren

England – The North East

TIME TRAVELLERS RETREAT & Journeys of the North

Travel through the beautiful unspoilt countryside of this wonderful area.

Visit museums and visitor centres, take scenic rail journeys and a river cruise. Explore historic towns, all with a connection to the World’s first public steam railway.

PENNINE PLEASURES, DURHAM DALES & VALES

Capture breathtaking dales, vales and dramatic coasts in an inspiring UNESCO-rich county as we venture high in the North Pennines.

4 Nights £769 4 Nights

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We journey to the northeast and to our hotel base for 4-nights –the popular Redworth Hall Hotel in County Durham

Tuesday Embark on a picturesque journey aboard the Teesside Princess the Teesside Princess cruising through the tranquil countryside of the River Tees until we reach Yarm. In the afternoon, we will stroll down a Victorian street in Preston Park, experiencing life as it was in 1895, stopping by the sweet shop, toy shop, and blacksmiths.

Wednesday This morning, we journey north to Beamish – the world-famous living museum of the North. Here you can step back in time to life in North East England during the nineteenth century. We continue through Weardale, to Stanhope to enjoy a scenic ride on the newly reopened

Redworth Hall Hotel, Co Durham HHHH

A beautiful Jacobean country manor dating back to 1744. Standing in 150 acres of Durham countryside, the hotel combines traditional elegance with contemporary style. Restaurant, bar, lounge and indoor pool.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Locality: Generally level. Hotel: Level entrance & lift to all ﬂoors.

Weardale Railway.

Thursday A guide will join us as we journey through railway history. We begin with a visit to Head of Steam, a newly restored centre commemorating 200 years since the ﬁrst train set out in 1825. Next, we head to Shildon and Locomotion – the National Railway Experience and home to many famous locomotives.

Friday Homeward bound.

Mon 6 Fri 10 Oct 2025

4 Nights | £769

Tour Departs: 10.30am Returns By: 4.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom & Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Teesside Princess River Cruise & Preston Park Museum & Grounds

) Beamish – The Living Museum of the North & The Weardale Railway

) ‘Head of Steam’ & Locomotion at Shildon

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £120

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We journey to the northeast and to our hotel base for 4-nights – the 4-star Radisson Blu Hotel in Durham

Tuesday To nearby Raby Castle, one of England’s ﬁnest mediaeval castles. Enjoy a private guided tour and wander through spectacularly maintained ornamental rooms adorned with works of art and treasures. We continue to the Teesdale Cheese Company where we discover awardwinning cheeses and of course taste some!

The Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham HHHH

Nestled on a lovely bend of the River Wear in the centre of Durham, the Radisson Blu Hotel provides an idyllic base, just a short walk from major tourist attractions like Durham Castle, Durham Cathedral and the charming Old City. Bedrooms facilities include ﬂat-screen plasma satellite TV, free internet access, safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Restaurant with excellent city views, lounge & bar area. Excellent leisure facilities including a hot tub, sauna and steam room & swimming pool. Mobility Grade: 4 – The hotel is accessible throughout with a lift to all ﬂoors.

Wednesday Embark on a coach tour of discovery through the spectacular Durham Dales and The North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Thursday ‘All Aboard’ as we jump aboard the Weardale Railway as we journey through picturesque Wear Valley. We continue to the Steam Machine Brewing Company, a bustling craft brewer visitor attraction in the heart of County Durham. Friday Homeward bound.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom & Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Guided Tour of Raby Castle

) The Teesdale Cheese Company

) Guided Tour of the Durham Dales & North Pennines

) The Weardale Railway

) The Steam Machine Brewery Not Included: All lunches

£140 Holiday Insurance: £36 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Teesside Princess Cruise

Raby Castle

England – The North East

DURHAM’S COASTLINE & CASTLES

From the Enchanting Hardwick Hall Hotel

The beautiful city of Durham, with its Cathedral and Castle World Heritage Site, is the jewel in the crown of an extraordinary county. We also explore the colourful and dramatic landscape of Durham’s Heritage Coast with its beaches, rugged cliffs and imposing headlands – a truly stunning location!

4 Nights from £795

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We drive north, pausing for a suitable stop for lunch en-route, arriving at our hotel for our 4-night stay. Monday Our ﬁrst visit today is Mount Grace Priory House & Gardens (EH) – An Arts and Crafts mansion, nestled among woodland, beautiful gardens and the remains of the best-preserved Carthusian priory in England. Discover its secrets on our guided tour this morning. We continue for some time at leisure in the historic market town of Richmond, situated in the heart of North Yorkshire on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales before visiting Richmond Castle (EH), one of the greatest Norman fortresses in Britain.

Hardwick Hall Hotel, Nr Sedgeﬁeld, Co Durham HHHH

Hardwick Hall is a 4-star rated, award-winning hotel in County Durham and Teesside. Surrounded by the stunning Hardwick Country Park, the hotel is steeped in charm and character providing the perfect setting for a luxurious breakaway. 50 luxury bedrooms with exceptional standards of comfort, quirky-clever decor and ﬁrst-class traditional service. All rooms include large baths, walk-in showers, luxury furnishings and huge king size beds. Restaurant and bar/lounge. Mobility Grading: 4 – Good access throughout. Some ground ﬂoor rooms available plus the hotel has a lift.

Tuesday Our day begins with a visit to Ushaw Historic House – Tucked away in beautiful open countryside. Lose yourself in the lovely grounds and marvel at centuries of art, history and heritage. Explore woodland trails and rolling ﬁelds, where you will discover eclectic artworks, majestic carved creatures and pockets of quiet contemplation. (Our visit includes Light Refreshments). We continue to the Durham Heritage Coast, pausing at Noses Point – once home to one of the biggest coal mines in Europe, where the beach was buried under 2 ½ million tonnes of colliery waste each year. The Beach has now been cleaned and is a spectacular haven for wildﬂowers and wildlife. Next, we visit the lively harbour town of Seaham, situated on Durham’s Heritage Coast. Here we can admire the dramatic cliff top views, seek out one of England’s oldest churches or simply relax for lunch by the bustling Harbour Marina. In the afternoon we drive to Souter Lighthouse, before returning to our hotel in time for dinner.

Wednesday Today we visit Durham with free time to explore this medieval city’s cobbled streets, packed with history, culture and stunning architecture, including the magniﬁcent castle and cathedral.

Thursday Departing after breakfast we visit nearby Hartlepool's Historic Quay –home to Europe's oldest ﬂoating warship, HMS Trincomalee. Time to explore this superb visitor attraction which offers the sights, smells and sounds of the naval yesteryear before commencing our journey home after lunch.

By: 7.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Guided Tour of Mount Grace Priory & House (EH)

) Self-Guided Tour of Richmond Castle (EH)

) Ushaw Historic House with light refreshments

) Souter Lighthouse (NT)

) Hartlepool Historic Quay

Not Included: All lunches

for

£210

Holiday Insurance: £34 (May) £36 (Sep)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Ushaw Historic House

England – The North East

THE NORTH EAST COAST

History, Heritage & Wildlife

A tour to the North East taking in the history, heritage, and wildlife of the region.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel north to Hartlepool for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday Today. we visit the seaside town of Seaham, before continuing to the Washington Wetland Centre where we enjoy a guided tour of the site. This afternoon, we visit the historic city of Durham, dominated by the magniﬁcent Norman cathedral.

Wednesday We visit Hartlepool’s Historic Quay – a faithful reproduction of an 18th-century seaport portraying the exciting life in the times of Nelson and Trafalgar. Later in the afternoon we enjoy a cream tea at the hotel.

Thursday We drive to Bishop Auckland and Auckland Castle. This proud home

The Best Western Grand Hotel, Hartlepool HHHH

Originally a former British Railway Hotel, Best Western the Grand Hotel in Hartlepool has recently been lovingly restored and refurbished to a high standard. This grand, iconic building is recognized throughout the city and is well-known for its familyfriendly environment and proximity to great restaurants and attractions. Having undergone a refurbishment, the hotel boasts a range of fully equipped bedrooms, onsite dining, hi-spec lounge and a stylish fully stocked Bar 1899.

HIDDEN

GEMS OF THE NORTH

Join us, as we discover Hidden Gems of Northumbria including a beautiful hotel and visits to Hexham and Durham plus a Kielder Water Birds of Prey Centre.

of the Bishops of Durham stands as one of the best-preserved Bishop’s Palaces in Europe. This afternoon we have included an all-access pass to the other attractions in the town centre managed by The Auckland’s Project. Friday Homeward bound.

Mon 28 AprFri 2 May 2025 4 Nights | £685 Mon 11Fri 15 Aug 2025 4 Nights | £725

Tour Departs: 8.00am (Apr) 8.30am (Aug)

Returns By: 6.00pm (Apr) 5.00pm (Aug)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Tea/Coffee & Biscuits on arrival

) Washington Wetland Centre

) Hartlepool Maritime Experience

) Cream Tea at the hotel

) Auckland Project – All Access Ticket

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £40

Holiday Insurance: £34 (Apr) £36 (Aug)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel to the northeast, arriving late afternoon at the Best Western Derwent Manor for our 4-nights stay.

Tuesday Today’s excursion takes us through the Pennines to Stanhope Here we take a short break before heading west to Alston. Here we have time for lunch and we enjoy a ride on the South Tynedale Railway We continue to Hexham, with its historic Abbey before heading back to the hotel.

Wednesday Morpeth is our ﬁrst destination today where it is Market Day! We continue to Bellingham and

The Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel, By Best Western Premier Collection, Allensford, Nr Consett HHHH

The BW Premier Collection Derwent Manor hotel is set in 20 acres of land overlooking the Derwent Valley. This boutique hotel offers the warmest of welcomes with 56 elegant and spacious rooms. Bedrooms are equipped with television and tea/coffee making facilities. Hotel facilities include indoor pool, sauna and ﬁtness centre.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality: Generally level. Hotel: Level entrance & lift to all ﬂoors.

Kielder Water. Here we can explore the visitor centre, followed by the Kielder Birds of Prey Centre

Thursday We visit the historic City of Durham, acclaimed as a World Heritage Site and dominated by the magniﬁcent Norman Cathedral and Castle. We have time to explore before our afternoon visit to Barnard Castle and the Bowes Museum. The Museum opened in 1892 and will amaze you with its superb collection, including the famous Silver Swan. Friday Homeward bound.

Mon 14Fri 18 April 2025

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) The South Tynedale Railway

) Kielder Birds of Prey Centre

) Bowes Museum

Not included: All lunches

Auckland Castle

South Tynedale Railway

England – The North East

NORTHUMBRIAN HIGHLIGHTS

This tour covers a variety of splendid scenery, contrasting countryside, historic towns, rugged coastlines, rolling hills and quaint northern villages. The ancient Kingdom of Northumbria offers some of the most striking, unspoilt beauty in England.

4 or 5 Nights from £598

5 Night Holiday Itinerary (27 Apr/15 Jun/10 Aug)

Sunday We travel north towards Newcastle passing Antony Gormley's iconic Angel of the North before arriving at our hotel during the afternoon for tea & biscuits and our 5-night stay.

Monday This morning we head to the Beamish ‘Living Museum of the North’, where we step back in time and see how people lived and worked in the late 19th and early 20th century.

Tuesday We take you along the Durham Heritage Coast to the lively harbour town of Seaham. We return to the hotel for an afternoon at leisure in Newcastle.

Millennium Copthorne, Newcastle HHHH

The Millennium Copthorne Hotel stands in one of the ﬁnest locations in Newcastle, on the banks of the River Tyne, just a short stroll from the city centre. Bedrooms are all river facing. Restaurant & bar facilities.

Mobility Grade: 4 – The hotel is on the level with a few isolated steps. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Wednesday Today we take the road north, past Blyth and Ashington, to Amble, Warkworth and historic Alnwick. We visit the magniﬁcent Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland family dating back to 1309.

Thursday We visit the resort of Seahouses on the North Northumberland Heritage Coast. Offshore lie the remote Farne Islands, home to a wide variety of bird and sea life. We continue to Bamburgh, home of Grace Darling, where the imposing castle looks out to sea. Subject to tidal conditions we travel over the causeway to Lindisfarne (Holy Island), birthplace of British Christianity.

NOTE: Due to Tidal Conditions on Lindisfarne the days on which the excursions operate may be subject to change.

Friday Homeward bound.

Included Excursions on our 4 Night Itinerary (31 Mar/28 Jul/22 Sep)

Tue – Seahouses, Bamburgh & Lindisfarne (As Above) Wed – Alnwick Castle (As Above) Thu – The Durham Heritage Coast & free time in Newcastle.

Mon 31 MarFri 4 Apr 2025

4 Nights | £598

Sun 27 AprFri 2 May 2025

5 Nights | £769

Sun 15Fri 20 Jun 2025

5 Nights | £825

Mon 28 JulFri 1 Aug 2025 4 Nights | £669 Sun 10Fri 15 Aug 2025 5 Nights | £815 Mon 22Fri 26 Sep 2025 4 Nights | £679

Tour Departs: 8.00am (Mar/Apr/Jul) 8.30am (Aug/Sep) 9.00am (Jun)

Returns By: 6.30pm (Mar/Apr/Jun/Jul) 6.00pm (Aug/Sep)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach (31 Mar) OR Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks (27 Apr/15 Jun/28 Jul/10 Aug/22 Sep)

) 4 or 5 nights half board

) Entrance to Alnwick Castle & Gardens (All Tours)

) Beamish Living Museum of the North (5 Night Tours Only) Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £160 (4 Nights) £200 (5 Nights)

(27 Apr)

(15 Jun/10 Aug) £36 (28 Jul/22 Sep) (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Lindisfarne

Alnwick Castle

England – The North East

NORTHERN DELIGHTS

Unique Experiences for the Discerning Traveller

Gaze over exceptional coastlines and dramatic landscapes from Britain’s most prominent properties. Follow in the footsteps of the mighty Romans at Hadrian's Wall and traverse the country's most remarkable monument brimming with exciting archaeological sites. Tower 150 feet above sea level at Bamburgh – England's finest coastal castle, and gaze at Northumberland's iconic coastline on a Farne Islands cruise, home to England's most abundant seabird and seal habitats.

4 Nights £769

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Departing Henley, we journey to the northeast and to our hotel base for 4-nights – the popular 4-star rated Copthorne Hotel, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Tuesday Our local guide takes us on an all-encompassing tour of Hadrian’s Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrating its 1900th anniversary. Take in the iconic views of Hadrian's Wall where highlights include Heddon on the Wall – the best remaining example of the 'Broad Wall' which stretches for several hundred yards. Corbridge – an attractive small market town and Chesters Roman Fort – the best example of a Roman Cavalry Fort on the Wall. At Steel Rigg, we find one of the finest viewpoints along the central section of Hadrian's Wall before reaching the busy market town of Hexham Wednesday Two experiences in one today. Firstly, we visit Bamburgh Castle. Sitting proudly atop its basalt throne, Bamburgh reigns supreme over the surrounding landscape. With stunning views out to the Farne Islands and north to Lindisfarne, you can't fail to be impressed. The staterooms are filled with the finest porcelain, china, furniture and artworks. Bloodthirsty weapons glint from the walls and cases, hinting at the turmoil and sieges that have taken place here. Next, we enjoy a Farne Islands Experience Cruise – Here, you will feel as though you're David Attenborough as we embark on a nature and wildlife cruise around the rocky Farne Islands. Trace the resident Atlantic Grey Seal colony, seen on or around the islands or try your hand at seabird spotting looking out for the seasonal visitors such as puffins, eider ducks, kittiwakes, fulmars, guillemots and razorbills. (Please note: – this experience is dependent on weather conditions as the boat can only sail in safe conditions)

Mobility Grade: 4 – The hotel is on the level with a few isolated steps. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Thursday We commence with a visit to Locomotion, where you can see highlights of the National Collection of railway vehicles at Shildon – the world’s ﬁrst railway town. Next we visit the Bowes Museum at Barnard Castle, where we open up the pages of the greatest mid-19th century love story as you join a museum curator for a specialist talk at the Bowes Museum – a hidden treasure, in the very English countryside of Co. Durham. Founded by the passionate John & Joséphine Bowes and their shared love of art, this world-class museum today contains the greatest collection of European ﬁne & decorative arts.

Friday After breakfast we leave our hotel and make our journey home with comfort stops en-route.

Mon 30 Jun-

Fri 4 Jul 2025

4 Nights | £769

Tour Departs: 8.30am Returns By: 6.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Hadrian’s Wall Guided Coach Tour

) Bamburgh Castle & Farne Islands Experience Cruise

) Visits to Locomotion at Shildon & the Bowes Museum

Not Included: All lunches

Double for Sole Use: £140

Holiday Insurance: £36

Millennium Copthorne, Newcastle HHHH

Hadrian’s Wall

Farne Islands

CARDIGAN BAY & The West Wales Coast

Step into a gentler pace of life as we discover the beautiful beaches, secluded coves, stunning wildlife and breathtaking scenery associated with West Wales. This tour is based at the luxurious 3-star Cliff Hotel overlooking Cardigan Bay, set within 30 acres of beautiful grounds.

4 Nights from £589

Holiday Itinerary (4 Aug/18 Aug/1 Sep)

Monday We drive south-west, pausing for a suitable stop for lunch en-route, arriving at our hotel for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday This morning we drive to St. Davids, the smallest city in Britain named after the patron saint of Wales and dominated by its 12th century cathedral. Enjoy a Guided tour of the Cathedral before we make our way to Picton Castle – a cross between a medieval castle and fortiﬁed manor house. Described as Pembroke’s most impressive historic house it is set in 40-acres of glorious woodland gardens.

Wednesday Today we visit the small seaside resort of Saundersfoot before continuing to Tenby. Regarded as one of the prettiest resorts in Wales, Tenby is renowned for its lovely golden beaches and picturesque harbour.

Thursday This morning we discover the spellbinding story of the Welsh Woollen Industry at Wales’ National Wool Museum, in the beautiful Teiﬁ Valley, once the centre of a thriving wool industry. Our day continues with a visit to the ancient market town of Cardigan. Set on the River Teiﬁ estuary, the main landmarks of the town are Cardigan Castle with its Georgian Mansion and medieval walls, plus the 19th century Guildhall.

Friday A leisurely drive homeward.

The

With expansive, beautiful hotel grounds, the Cliff Hotel & Spa is located on the coast of Cardigan Bay overlooking Poppit Sands and Cardigan Island. * Restaurant, bar and gym * Heated indoor, hydro spa, sauna, Jacuzzi and steam room * Free Wi-Fi.

Mobility Grading: 3 – Generally, good access throughout with a few isolated steps. Lift to most rooms. Sea View rooms, subject to availability and supplementary charge.

Spring House Party

Itinerary (Mon 31 Mar)

Monday We drive south west, arriving at our hotel mid-afternoon for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday We visit the charming little Georgian port town of Aberaeron with its elegant brightly painted town houses, before continuing to the seaside resort of Aberystwyth with its level promenade, cliff railway, plus there are numerous places to eat and drink.

Thursday This morning we drive to St. Davids, the smallest city in Britain named after the patron saint of Wales and dominated by its 12th century cathedral. After a short stop here, we make our way to the ancient market town of Cardigan, set on the River Teiﬁ estuary. The main landmarks of the town are Cardigan Castle with its Georgian Mansion and medieval walls, plus the 19th century Guildhall.

Friday Homeward bound.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service ) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats ) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points ) Complimentary gift bag

) Tea/Coffee upon arrival ) 4 nights half board

) Welcome Drinks Reception ) 50% off all Bar Drinks between 5.00-9.00pm

) 2 Packed Lunches ) Cream Tea at the hotel (Thu)

) 3 nights entertainment ) 1 hours free use of the Hotel’s Spa Facilities

Mon 31 MarFri 4 Apr 2025

Spring House Party 4 Nights | £589 Mon 4Fri 8 Aug 2025

Nights | £715 Mon18Fri 22 Aug 2025

Nights | £715

5 Sep 2025 4 Nights | £695 Tour Departs: 9.30am (31 Mar/1 Sep) 8.30am (4 Aug/18 Aug)

Returns By: 5.00pm (31 Mar) 5.30pm (4 Aug/18 Aug/1 Sep)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) Tea/Coffee upon arrival

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) 3 nights entertainment

) 1 Hours free use of the Hotel’s Spa Facilities

) Guided Tour of St. Davids Cathedral

) Picton Castle

) National Wool Museum of Wales

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £60

Holiday Insurance: £34 (Mar) £36 (Aug/Sep)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Cliff Hotel, Gwbert HHH

St. Davids Cathedral

Picton Castle

SOUTH WALES UNDISCOVERED

This tour takes in the outstanding natural beauty of the Pembrokeshire Coast and Gower Peninsular. This idyllic corner of Wales boasts dramatic coastlines, award-winning beaches and Victorian seaside towns. The natural beauty of the Pembrokeshire coast and the Gower Peninsula are famed all over the world. Voyage along South Wales’ unspoilt coastal path from UNESCO beaches to a storied country home. Circumnavigate the shores of Tenby on a boat trip around Pembrokeshire’s most dramatic offshore islands and be allured by the regions hidden charm and beauty.

4 Nights £795

The Grand Hotel, Swansea HHH

A landmark hotel since the 1930’s, the 3-star Grand Hotel Swansea is neatly positioned in Swansea city centre, just minutes from the Liberty Stadium and the alluring beaches of the Gower Peninsula.

Renovated in 2016, a modern appearance accompanies numerous amenities such as free Wi-Fi, plasma TV’s, power showers, as well as air conditioning. After exploring the hustle and bustle of the city, a comfortable guest lounge, informal dining area and a popular Sports Bar welcome your arrival, with lift access throughout.

Mobility Grading: 3 – Generally, good access throughout. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel to Glamorganshire via the impressive Brecon Beacons, arriving at our hotel in the afternoon for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday We drive to Tenby where we join our cruise with Tenby Boat Trips Cruise through a notorious pirate area, Paul Jones’ Bay, and meet its modern-day occupants – the local seals, and 1000’s of resident and visiting birds including Puffins, Razorbills, gannets and the UK’s largest colony of Cormorants! As you sail around the picturesque offshore islands, peer into hidden coves and gaze at sandy shores. Please note there is no access to the boat for wheelchair users as you have to walk across the beach to access the boat.

Wednesday On our excursion today, discover 2000 years of stories from this magical land of power and inﬂuence. We visit the 800-acre Dinefwr Estate

Informally set within parklands, you will ﬁnd the Grade 2 listed Newton House –a family home for over 300 years to the descendants of Lord Rhys, the powerful prince of the Welsh kingdom of Deheubarth. Be in awe of its original 17th century features, including a magniﬁcent grand staircase and ornate ceilings.

Thursday We visit the Gower Heritage Centre. Set in the heart of countryside within the historical surroundings of the Gower Peninsula – Step inside the 12th century water-powered corn and sawmill, delve into the Miller’s cottage and Blacksmith’s shop, and learn the tricks of the trade – milling, wood-turning and blacksmithing. Gaze at the Gower’s UNESCO accredited and unmistakeable panoramas as the coach takes a whistle-stop tour from the heights of Cefn Bryn and the historic “Arthur’s Stone” to the breathtaking beauty of Rhossili Bay beach and the Worm’s Head.

Friday Departing after breakfast, we are homeward bound.

Mon 1Fri 5 Sep 2025 4 Nights | £795

Tour Departs: 9.30am Returns By: 5.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) Complimentary gift bag

) Tenby Coastal Cruise

) The Dinefwr Estate

) The Gower Heritage Centre Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £120

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Tenby

Gower Heritage Centre

Gower

THE GLORIOUS GOWER & TENBY

A much-loved Welsh destination, epitomized by the beautiful golden beaches of the Gower Peninsula and the welcoming seaside resort of Tenby.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel to Carmarthenshire via the impressive Brecon Beacons, arriving at our hotel in the afternoon for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday Today is a full day to Tenby. Take time to discover the picturesque harbour or relax at one of the three fantastic beaches.

For the more adventurous, why not take the 20-minute boat journey to Caldy Island, owned and run by a community of Cistercian monks. (Please note crossing times are subject to weather and are not included in our holiday price).

Wednesday We commence the day at the National Botanic Gardens of Wales. Nestled in the Tywi Valley, you will discover the award-winning Great Glasshouse, home to a profusion of rare, fragrant and exotic plants. We continue to The Lost Gardens of Aberglasney – originally made famous by the BBC television series “A Garden Lost in Time” and are today one of Wales’ ﬁnest gardens.

Thursday Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Gower Peninsula and The Mumbles, an area renowned for its sandy beaches. Visit

Diplomat Hotel,

the Gower Heritage Centre in a converted water mill where a guide will join the coach for a tour of the peninsula’s highlights before returning for a cream tea or Welsh Cawl and tour of the mill

Friday We board our coach for our homeward journey, enjoying a scenic drive through the beautiful Wye Valley.

Mon 28 AprFri 2 May 2025

4 Nights | £749 Mon 30 JunFri 4 Jul 2025

4 Nights | £769

Tour Departs: 8.30am

Returns By: 6.30pm (Both Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

) Welcome drink upon arrival

) 4 nights half board including one Welsh themed dinner

) Entrance to the National Botanic Gardens of Wales & the Lost Gardens of Aberglasney

) Cream tea or Welsh Cawl & a Tour of the Gower Peninsula Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £145

Holiday Insurance: £34 (Apr)

CARMARTHEN

The natural beauty of the Pembrokeshire coast and the Gower Peninsula are famed all over the world. Glorious sandy beaches and seemingly endless rugged coastline give way to the Preseli Hills, historic towns and villages.

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday We travel to Carmarthen making suitable stops en-route, and arrive late afternoon at the Ivy Bush Royal Hotel for our 4-night stay.

Sunday South today, through Kidwelly as we journey to the picture postcard resort of Mumbles, located in Swansea Bay. This afternoon we take a short drive to the Gower Heritage Centre, to meet our guide for a tour of the unspoilt scenery of the Gower Peninsula. We then return to the Heritage Centre and enjoy a Gower cream tea.

Monday We travel west to the popular holiday resort of Tenby, where you will ﬁnd old town walls, interesting little side streets to explore, and superb beaches. Following some time at leisure, we embark on a seventy-ﬁveminute cruise taking in some of

Located on the River Tywi within walking distance of the town centre, the 3-star Ivy Bush sympathetically blends olde-world charm with today’s modern facilities. Restaurant, large lounge area and bar.

Pembrokeshire’s most dramatic offshore islands.

Tuesday Following a morning at leisure in Carmarthen, we travel via St. Brides Bay and Newgale Sands to St. David’s, Britain’s smallest cathedral city. Enjoy time at leisure here, before re-joining the coach and returning to the hotel. Wednesday Homeward bound.

4 Nights | £659 Sat 11Wed 15 Oct 2025

4 Nights | £609

Tour Departs: 9.30am

Returns By: 5.00pm (Both Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

) 4 nights half board

) Gower Heritage Centre

) Tenby Coastal Cruise

) St. David’s Cathedral Not included: All lunches

Located on the outskirts of Llanelli, this well presented, traditional style hotel is well maintained throughout. It has welcoming public areas and an outdoor terrace for those balmy summer evenings. Sat 23Wed 27 Aug 2025

£36 (Jun)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Mobility Grade: 3 – Immediate locality: Reasonably ﬂat. Hotel: One step to entrance with ramp alternative. Small lift to all ﬂoors.

Single Room: £80

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

The

Llanelli HHH

Ivy Bush Royal Hotel, Carmarthen HHH

Gower Peninsula Mumbles

Nights from £749

4 Nights from £609

St. Davids Cathedral

WELSH HERITAGE & GLORIOUS CARDIFF

The heritage and history of South Wales are revealed as we uncover natural beauty of the Pembrokeshire coast and the Gower Peninsula.

4 Nights

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday Travelling via Abergavenny we visit the Big Pit. Here, we can discover Wales’s rich mining heritage in this amazing award-winning interactive museum complete with underground tour. We continue to our hotel in Cardiff for our 4-night stay.

Friday Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before we head off to the fascinating Royal Mint Experience at Llantrisant

From here we head to St. Fagans. The Welsh Folk Museum – a fascinating free open-air museum, with many buildings brought from different parts of Wales.

Saturday A day at leisure for shopping or to explore the city centre. You might

The Park Inn by Radisson, Cardiff

This convenient and comfortable hotel is located in the centre of the Welsh capital, next to the Utilita Arena and St. David’s Shopping Complex. It’s less than a 15-minute walk to Cardiff Castle, Roath Park and Millennium Stadium. The hotel has 146 quiet and spacious guest rooms, including rooms for disabled and mobility impaired guests. Standard rooms offer comfortable beds, work desks, phone, hair dryer, ﬂatscreen TV, room safe, iron and board, and tea and coffee making facilities.

OSWESTRY & THE WELSH BORDERLANDS

The Lion Quays Resort sits on the beautiful and historic Oswestry waterways, on the banks of the Llangollen Canal in the heart of the beautiful Shropshire countryside.

like to visit the castle with its Norman Mote and tower, and the ﬁne 19th Century state apartments.

Sunday We travel to Pant and take our seats on the Brecon Mountain Railway. Enjoy a return ride on a vintage steam train into the National Park to see some stunning views of the peaks of the Beacons. We then continue to nearby Penderyn for a visit to the whisky distillery, located in the foothills of the Brecon Beacons Monday Homeward bound.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Immerse yourself in a bygone era at Blists Hill Victorian Town, where character-ﬁlled streets and spectacular local scenery combine. This delightful living museum brings to life all the sights, smells, fashion and charm of the Victorian era. We also take in the famous monument of Ironbridge before continuing to our hotel for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday Begin the day with a charming 30-minute cruise on the River Dee The remainder of the morning is at leisure to explore Chester. After lunch, travel north to the Wirral Peninsula for

a guided tour of the award-winning Ness Botanic Gardens

Wednesday A leisurely drive to Llangollen before a short transfer to Froncysyllte to join a canal cruise where you will sail across the Pontcysllte Aqueduct, or 'Stream in the Sky'.

Thursday Today we head for Bala where we enjoy a ride on the Bala Lake Railway

Friday Departing our hotel after breakfast we visit Powis Castle, once described as ‘the most magniﬁcent castle in Wales’. We return home during the afternoon.

Thu 7Mon 11 Aug 2025

4 Nights | £739 Tour Departs: 8.30am Returns By: 4.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to the Big Pit

) The Royal Mint Experience

) St. Fagans Welsh Folk Museum

) The Brecon Mountain Railway & Penderyn Distillery

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £183

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Lions Quay Resort Hotel, Nr Oswestry HHHH

Along the banks of the Llangollen Canal sits the fabulous Lion Quays Luxury Hotel & Spa, a resort devoted to providing guests with amazing experiences. With a fantastic restaurant, bar, lounge and terrace. All rooms feature free Wi-Fi, ﬂat-screen TV’s, a power shower and tea and coffeemaking facilities and, in many of the rooms, guests can enjoy stunning views across the canal and into the Shropshire countryside. The hotel offers wonderful spa facilities, a 25metre swimming pool with steam room, sauna and Jacuzzi.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to Blists Hill Victorian Town

) River Dee Cruise ) Llangollen Canal Cruise ) Bala Lake Railway ) Powis Castle Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £204

Holiday Insurance: £36

HHH

St. Fagans Museum Chester Cruise

GREAT LITTLE TRAINS OF SNOWDONIA

The Great Little Trains of Wales are a very special way of seeing some of the best scenery in the British Isles. All are narrow gauge steam railways. Most originally served as transport to carry Welsh slate from the quarries to the sea.

4 Nights £769

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel to North Wales arriving in the afternoon at Royal Victoria Hotel for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday Our ﬁrst visit today takes us to the unique Italianate village of Portmeirion – the setting for the cult TV series ‘The Prisoner’. From here we drive to Betws-y-Coed where we have a break with time for lunch. This afternoon we head for Bala and enjoy a ride on the diminutive Bala Lake Railway

Wednesday This morning we join the Llanberis Lake Railway for a delightful ride along the lake shore. We have time to explore and obtain lunch in Llanberis. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon in Llanberis village or take an optional ‘Majestic Mountain Adventure’ and have a ride on the Snowdon Mountain Railway. (The cost is approximately £35 per person return. (Please make your

The Royal Victoria Hotel stands in a delightful setting in its own grounds at the foot of Llanberis Pass. Pretty gardens and grounds make it an attractive location.

Facilities include spacious lounges and bars. All bedrooms are en-suite and have television and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift.

CELEBRATED GARDENS OF NORTH WALES

Wales is host to a number of fantastic gardens, from unique locations like Portmeirion to the gardens of Plas Newydd on Anglesey. This tour introduces you to some of North Wales’ finest gardens, all set within an area of outstanding natural beauty.

choice at the time of booking).

Thursday We begin with a drive through the beautiful National Park of Snowdonia to Blaenau Ffestiniog

Here we catch the Ffestiniog Railway for an exhilarating ride across the mountains, descending to the sea at Porthmadog, before catching the Welsh Highland Railway train which takes us through Beddgelert and back to Caernarfon

Friday We travel home with a convenient lunch stop en-route.

Mon 5Fri 9 May 2025

4 Nights | £769

Tour Departs : 9.00am Returns By: 6.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to Portmeirion

) The Bala Lake Railway

) Llanberis Lake Railway

) Ffestiniog Railway

) Welsh Highland Railway

Not Included: All lunches

Snowdon Mountain Railway (Optional Extra)

Single Room: Nil Holiday Insurance £34

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

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Holiday Itinerary

Monday Departing Henley-in-Arden we visit the gardens at Powis Castle (NT). In the afternoon we continue to our hotel in Llandudno for 4 nights.

Tuesday We visit Portmeirion Italianate Village, .one of Wales' premier visitor attractions.

Wednesday A morning at leisure in Llandudno, followed by an afternoon trip to Colwyn Bay where we visit Bodnant Garden (NT)

Thursday We cross the Menai Straits to Anglesey, where we visit Plas Newydd (NT) with spectacular views of Snowdonia. Next we make our way to Plas Cadnant Hidden Gardens

Friday Departing our hotel we return to the Wirral Peninsula where we visit the Ness Botanic Gardens. We return home during the early evening.

On the resort’s promenade and overlooking the Victorian pier and the magniﬁcent sweep of Llandudno Bay, the Merrion is one of Llandudno’s principal hotels and a ﬁrm favourite with our clients. Restaurant, bar and lounge.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Resort: Level seafront and shopping area. Hotel: Level, with a few steps. Ramp entrance. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Mon 24Fri 28 Mar 2025

4 Nights | £735 Mon 4Fri 8 Aug 2025 4 Nights | £839

Tour Departs: 9.00am (Mar)

8.30am (Aug)

Returns By: 5.30pm (Both Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) 4 nights half board

) Entrances to the Powis Castle (NT), Portmeirion Italianate Village, Bodnant Garden (NT), Plas Newydd (NT), Plas

Cadnant and Ness Botanic Gardens

Not Included: All lunches

The Royal Victoria Hotel, Llanberis HHH

The Merrion Hotel, Llandudno HHH

Llanberis Lake Railway Portmeirion

£735

Bodnant Garden

GREAT SIGHTS OF SNOWDONIA

Discover picturesque Snowdonia in North Wales, an area of rugged mountain peaks, long sandy beaches, crystal clear lakes and an array of wonderful historic sites and attractions to see. Our tour includes Portmeirion, Llanberis Lake Railway and Betwys-y-Coed, as well as the scenic isle of Anglesey.

4 Nights from £695

The Celtic Royal Hotel, Caernarfon HHH

This stylish 3-star hotel is located in the famous coastal town of Caernarfon, North Wales. It has superb leisure facilities, including a sixteen-metre swimming pool. The bright and airy bedrooms all have TV, tea/coffee making facilities to make your stay a comfortable one. The restaurant is bright and spacious and there is a contemporary pub-style bar offering plenty of comfortable seating. There are also four luxurious, cosy lounge rooms with plenty of sofas and armchairs. Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, sauna and steam room.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Isolated steps throughout the hotel and there is a lift that serves all ﬂoors.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday Depart from your Henley-in-Arden during the morning travelling to North Wales and arriving late afternoon at Celtic Royal Hotel for tea/coffee and biscuits and our 4-nights stay.

Monday Our ﬁrst visit today takes us to the shores of Cardigan Bay and Portmeirion. We visit this unique attraction – setting for the cult TV series ‘The Prisoner’. From here we drive to Betws-y-Coed where we have a break with time explore the town and enjoy the afternoon.

Tuesday This morning we have a ride to the village of Llanberis, in the shadow of Mount Snowdon. Here we join the Llanberis Lake Railway for a delightful ride along the lake shore. We have time to explore and obtain lunch in Llanberis.

This afternoon, return to Caernarfon by coach for free time.

Wednesday After breakfast this morning we make our way to Bodnant Garden Located in the Conwy Valley this garden is a Grade 1 listed horticultural gem –home to botanical collections from around the globe. Later, we head to Anglesey to explore the Welsh island. Perhaps visit Llanfair¬pwllgwyngyllgogery¬chwyrn¬drobwll¬llan¬tysilio¬gogo¬goch (known for its very long village name!) and the James Pringle Weavers before heading to Beaumaris to enjoy time at the seaside.

Thursday After breakfast, we leave for home.

Sun 25Thu 29 May 2025

4 Nights | £769

Sun 19Thu 23 Oct 2025 4 Nights | £695

Tour Departs: 10.30am Returns By: 5.30pm (Both Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ’First Class’ seating & legroom with complimentary onboard hot & cold drinks and snacks (25 May) OR Club Class Extra Legroom Coach (19 Oct)

) Complimentary Onboard hot & cold drinks and snacks

) 4 nights half board

) Tea/Coffee & biscuits served on arrival

) Portmeirion

) Llanberis Lake Railway

) Bodnant Gardens

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £140 (May) £120 (Oct)

Holiday Insurance: £34 (May) £36 (Oct)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Bodnant Garden

Caernarfon Castle

LLANDUDNO & SPECTACULAR

SNOWDONIA

Llandudno is a traditional seaside resort with a wealth of attractions showcasing its Victoria origins and beaches offering spectacular views across Snowdonia and Anglesey. Our itinerary takes in some of the dramatic and spectacular scenery of Snowdonia National Park.

5 Nights from £849

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We drive to Llangollen, famously situated on the River Dee, overlooked by its magniﬁcent Castle before continuing to the Victorian resort of Llandudno, arriving during the late afternoon.

Monday This morning we visit Caernarfon Castle, recognised around the world as one of the greatest buildings of the Middle Ages and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before enjoying a scenic drive Llanberis visiting the National Slate Museum (free entry).

Tuesday Today is free to explore some of the many attractions of this popular North Wales resort. We include a ticket for the open-topped bus to enable you to explore the town and surrounding areas at your leisure.

Wednesday Today we take a scenic drive into the Snowdonia National Park making our way to Betws-y-Coed, the gateway to Snowdonia. We continue into the National Park through Blaenau Ffestiniog to Porthmadog

Thursday This morning we travel over the Menai Bridge to the Isle of Anglesey and nearby Beaumaris with its medieval castle, lovely beach and Victorian pier. Whilst there we relax on a leisurely 80-minute return boat cruise to Puffin Island. (The Cruise is subject to weather conditions).

The Dunoon Hotel, Llandudno HHH

Commanding an excellent location on Gloddaeth Street, the hotel is perfectly situated for the shops and the promenade. Restaurant, bar, snack bar, library, games room and lounge.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Resort: Level seafront and shopping area. Hotel: Level entrance, with easy access throughout. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Friday Departing our hotel we return via medieval Chester. Chester has the most complete city walls, plus a 1000-year-old Cathedral with Europe's ﬁnest example of medieval carvings – and of course the one and only Rows galleries where shopping is a double delight.

Sun 6Fri 11 Apr 2025

5 Nights | £849

Sun 18Fri 23 May 2025

5 Nights | £865

Sun 22Fri 27 Jun 2025

5 Nights | £925

Sun 10Fri 15 Aug 2025

5 Nights | £879

Sun 21Fri 26 Sep 2025

5 Nights | £895 Sun 12Fri 17 Oct 2025

5 Nights | £859

Tour Departs: 9.00am (Apr/May/Oct) 9.30am (Jun)

8.30am (Aug/Sep)

Returns By: 6.00pm (All Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ’First Class’ seating & legroom with complimentary onboard hot & cold drinks and snacks (6 Apr & 22 Jun) OR Club Class Extra Legroom Coach (18 May, 10 Aug, 21 Sep & 12 Oct)

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks (6 Apr & 22 Jun) or ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach (18 May, 10 Aug, 21 Sep & 12 Oct)

) 5 nights half board

) Entrances to Caernarfon Castle & the National Slate Museum

) Llandudno Open-Topped Bus Ticket

) Puffin Island Boat Cruise Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £35

Doubles for Sole Use:£80 (Apr/May) £115 (Jun/Aug/Sep/Oct)

Holiday Insurance: £42.50 (Apr/May) £44.50 (Jun-Oct)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Llandudno

Puffin Island

THE ‘MAGNIFICENT SEVEN’ AT THE WINNOCK HOTEL

The stunning scenery of Scotland changes with each season and no matter when you visit you will be amazed at the awe-inspiring beauty of the many Lochs backed by snowcapped mountains in the winter and lush green hills in the spring.

The Winnock Hotel dates back to the late 1700’s and throughout history has always offered lodging to weary travellers passing through by Loch Lomond and the Trossachs areas. Formerly a Coaching Inn, The Winnock Hotel has been lovingly restored and tastefully extended to its present-day form. Offering 73 bedrooms, cosy lounges; many with open log fires, a characterful restaurant, function room and public lounge bar, the hotel has many things in common with its historic counterpart with one striking similarity – friendly, welcoming service. Guests can take time to savour the fine food, wines, ales and whiskies on offer in the Merlin Restaurant and Ptarmigan Bar, whilst idling the time away planning their days adventure in the light and airy Conservatory or snuggled up by one of the log fires. Join in the revelry at one of the Ceilidh Party Nights in the Capercaillie Room, dancing away into the wee small hour.

Winnock Hotel, Drymen Nr Loch Lomond HHH

Situated on the pretty village green in the conservation village of Drymen, located in the heart of the beautiful Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Sensitively extended and refurbished, whilst retaining all its traditional charm, the hotel offers friendly hospitality and comfortable accommodation. Restaurant, bar & conservatory lounge.

Mobility Grade: 3 – The resort & hotel are on the level. Hotel has no lift, but rooms are on ground & ﬁrst ﬂoor only.

Please note: The days on which the included excursions operate may be subject to change.

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

AN EASTER SCOTTISH CELEBRATION

Included Excursions

Saturday Start the day with a scenic drive along the ‘bonnie bonnie banks’ of Loch Lomond to the picturesque Highland Village of Luss, where we enjoy a leisurely cruise on the loch to savour the awe-inspiring views. Our day continues through the ‘Arrochar Alps,’ past the ‘Cobbler’ mountain to the spectacular ‘Rest & Be Thankful’ viewpoint. Shortly, lovely Loch Fyne comes in to view and we follow its shores to the white-walled town of Inveraray which overlooks Loch Shira.

Sunday Today we visit ‘Auld Reekie,’ an affectionate local name for the beautiful city of Edinburgh. We visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse Scotland's famous royal residence, which dates to late 15th century, followed by some free time at leisure in Scotland’s ﬁrst city.

Monday Today we visit Stirling Castle –the key to the kingdom of Scotland, which dominates a vast volcanic rock above the River Forth at the meeting point between Lowlands and Highlands. Its origins are ancient and over the centuries it grew into a great royal residence and a powerful stronghold.

Single Room: £76 (Apr)

£80 (May/Oct) £84 (Jul/Sep)

£96 (Aug) £100 (Jun)

Holiday Insurance: £34 (Apr/May)

£44.50 (Jun) £36 (Jul/Aug/Sep/Oct)

Tour Departs: 7.30am (Apr/May/Jun/Aug/Sep/Oct)

7.00am (Jul)

Returns By: 7.00pm (Apr/May/Jun/Sep/Oct)

7.30pm (Jul/Aug)

Fri 18Tue 22 Apr 2025

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Free Bar at hotel

) Outlined Excursions

) Loch Lomond Cruise

) Entrance to the Palace of Holyroodhouse

) Entrance to Stirling Castle

Not Included: All lunches

Loch Lomond Cruise

4 Nights £779

Included Excursions

Tuesday Travelling via Aberfoyle, we climb ‘Dukes Pass’ to lovely Loch Katrine where the hunt begins for the ‘carpets of blue’! After a soup & sandwich lunch at Brenachoile café, we enjoy a 2-hour leisurely cruise on-board the recently restored Steamship ‘Sir Walter Scott’.

Wednesday Enjoy a 2-hour cruise exploring the secret islands and Narrows of Loch Lomond. We make a stop on Cailloch Island where refreshments are served. Explore the waves of bluebells growing in the dapple shades of the island’s ancient woodland. Tonight, after dinner, we have a Scottish Show with bagpipes, haggis and Highland dancing.

Mon 12Fri 16 May 2025 4 Nights | £779

Look What’s Included ) Door to Door Service ) Our own courier service ) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach ) 4 nights half board ) 4-Course Individual Dining Experience in the Merlin Restaurant including a ‘Taste of Scotland’ dining ) High Quality Wine with dinner ) Tea/Coffee after dinner ) Light lunches or refreshments on Tuesday & Thursday ) At least 2 nights entertainment ) Cruise on Loch Katrine ) Loch Lomond Cruise ) Tour of Kilbryde Castle

Not Included: Lunches on Monday, Wednesday & Friday

Thursday We set off to the delightful visit to Kilbryde Castle. You will be welcomed by Sir James Campbell who will give short talk on his homes fascinating history. Afterwards tea, coffee and cakes will be offered before a tour around the castle grounds. A light lunch is provided back at the hotel. Free time in the afternoon. Tonight, after dinner there is live musical entertainment.

RAIL & SAIL IN THE WESTERN HIGHLANDS

5 Nights £989

Included Excursions

Saturday A full day exploring the Trossachs with a two-hour cruise along the length of Loch Katrine on Steamship SS Sir Walter Scott included.

Sunday A journey to Falkirk and a trip on The Falkirk Wheel, a rotating boat lift in central Scotland, connecting the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal. We also enjoy an afternoon train ride on the Bo’Ness and Kinneil steam railway with afternoon tea served on board.

Fri 6-Wed 11 Jun 2025 5 Nights | £989

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service ) Our own courier service ) ‘Club Class’ Extra Legroom Coach ) 5 nights half board ) 4-Course Individual Dining Experience in the Merlin Restaurant including a ‘Taste of Scotland’ dining ) High Quality Wine with dinner ) Tea/Coffee after dinner ) At least 2 nights entertainment ) Cruise on Loch Katrine ) Falkirk Wheel & train ride on the Bo’ness & Kinneil Railway ) Scenic Train Ride from Glasgow to Oban ) Loch Lomond Cruise

Not Included: All lunches

Monday Glasgow to Oban Single Journey We travel to Glasgow where we join our ScotRail train for a scenic journey to Oban, one of Scotland’s most scenic rail routes. Time available for sightseeing in Oban before returning to the hotel by coach, in time for dinner.

Tuesday Explore Loch Lomond with a stop at Lomond Shores for shopping followed by a two-hour cruise on the loch discovering its hidden islands.

Included Excursions

Tuesday Our tour of the Trossachs today takes us to Aberfoyle

Woollen Mill before enjoying a cruise on Loch Katrine onboard the Steamship SS Sir Walter Scott. After an included lunch at a Lochside restaurant we enjoy a scenic drive via Callander to view the magniﬁcent Falls of Dochart at Killin

Located at the western end of Loch Tay the falls can be viewed from the village’s bridge where we can admire the misty spray and crashing white waters that ﬂow around the Islands of Inchbuie, known locally as the ancient burial site of Clan McNab

Mon 7-Fri 11 Jul 2025 4 Nights | £879

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service ) Our own courier service ) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom ) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks ) 4 nights half board ) 4-Course Individual Dining Experience in the Merlin Restaurant including a ‘Taste of Scotland’ dining ) High Quality Wine with dinner ) Tea/Coffee after dinner ) At least 2 nights entertainment ) Cruise on Loch Katrine ) Falkirk Wheel & Train Ride on the Bo’ness & Kinneil Railway ) Loch Lomond Cruise

Not Included: All lunches

Wednesday Today we ride the Falkirk Wheel, the world's ﬁrst rotating boat lift connecting the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal. Late we will enjoy a scenic train journey on board the Bo'Ness & Kinneil Railway with a delicious afternoon tea.

Thursday After a leisurely breakfast we visit enjoy an excursion travelling along the western shores of Loch Lomond to Luss. Following a scenic cruise, we head westwards via Arrochar and Loch Long to the magniﬁcent viewpoint of ‘Rest & Be Thankful’ before reaching the town of Inveraray which is situated on the shores of Loch Fyne.

The Falls of Dochart

Falkirk Wheel

Kilbryde Castle Courtesy Kilbryde Castle

Peter Sandground

4 Nights

Included Excursions

Tuesday A morning to relax in Drymen with an included lunch at the hotel before we depart for Edinburgh. Enjoy some time for shopping or sightseeing in this captivating city before we make our way to the castle and take our seats for the military tattoo (Please note access to the Tattoo is via a steep gradient, which may be a problem for people with walking difficulties. Also, this will be a late return).

Wednesday Following a leisurely breakfast, we take a drive to the Loch Lomond Shores Visitor Centre, located on the banks of bonnie Loch Lomond – Regarded as the Queen of the Scottish Lochs and measuring some 23 miles long and 5 miles across, Loch Lomond is the largest expanse of fresh water in Great Britain.

Mon 11-Fri 15 Aug 2025 4 Nights | £929

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service ) Our own courier service ) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom and Complimentary On-board drinks ) 4 nights half board (Note lunch replaces dinner on Day 2) ) 4-Course Individual Dining Experience in the Merlin Restaurant including a ‘Taste of Scotland’ dining ) High Quality Wine with dinner ) Tea/Coffee after dinner ) At least 2 nights entertainment ) Edinburgh Tattoo Ticket ) Pollok House (NTS) & Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum

Not Included: All lunches except on Day 2

Thursday Today we enjoy a guided tour around Pollok Park, located in the south side of Glasgow. Pollok House (NTS) is Scotland’s answer to Downton Abbey and gives a real taste of upstairs/downstairs life in the 1930’s. this grand country house is ﬁlled with lavish and priceless furniture as well an impressive collection of Spanish Art. We return via the marvellous Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum – one of Scotland’s most popular ‘Free’ attractions and features 22 themed, state of the art galleries displaying an astonishing 8000 objects.

LEGENDS OF THE LOCHS

Included Excursions

Thursday Our tour of the Trossachs today takes us to Aberfoyle Woollen Mill before a storytelling cruise on Loch Katrine on-board the Steamship SS Sir Walter Scott. After an included lunch at a Lochside restaurant we enjoy a scenic drive via Callander to view the magniﬁcent Falls of Dochart at Killin. Located at the western end of Loch Tay the falls can be viewed from the village’s bridge where we can admire the misty spray and crashing white waters that ﬂow around the Islands of Inchbuie, known locally as the ancient burial site of Clan McNab

Friday After a leisurely breakfast we visit enjoy an excursion travelling along the western shores of Loch Lomond to Luss. At Tarbet, where we turn westwards via Arrochar and Loch Long to the magniﬁcent viewpoint of ‘Rest & Be Thankful’ before reaching the town of Inveraray which is situated on the shores of Loch Fyne.

Wed 10-Sun 14 Sep 2025 4 Nights |

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service ) Our own courier service ) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ) 4 nights half board ) 4-Course Individual Dining Experience in the Merlin Restaurant ) High Quality Wine with dinner ) Tea/Coffee after dinner ) At least 2 nights entertainment including a Scottish weaponry display with swords, kilts and storytelling and traditional Scottish Night & live music ) Packed Lunches are provided where a lunch is not included ) Aberfoyle Woollen Mill ) Loch Katrine Cruise ) Boat Ride on the Falkirk Wheel & entrance to the Kelpies

Not Included: All lunches

Saturday Today we visit two of the most spectacular attractions in Scotland. Enjoy a boat trip on the Falkirk Wheel, the world’s only rotating boat lift which replaces the original 11 locks linking the Forth & Clyde and Union Canal’s. Then towering 30 meters above the Forth & Clyde Canal, The Kelpies are a feat of engineering. Each made with 300 tonnes of structural steel they are a monumental tribute to the horse-power heritage that was vital to the early industries of central Scotland.

12-Thu 16 Oct 2025

Included Excursions

Monday Our excursion today takes us to Stirling Castle, one of Scotland's grandest castles due to its imposing position and impressive architecture. The Scenery will take your breath away. It is rich with history, has superb architecture and there are many different attractions within its walls.

Tuesday Today, we step on-board The Royal Yacht Britannia Britannia was HRH The Queen’s former ﬂoating palace for over 40 years. Berthed in Edinburgh, we follow in the footsteps of Royalty to discover the heart and soul of this most special of Royal residences.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service ) Our own courier service ) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom and Complimentary On-board drinks ) 4 nights half board ) 4-Course Individual Dining Experience in the Merlin Restaurant including a ‘Taste of Scotland’ dining ) High Quality Wine with dinner ) Tea/Coffee after dinner ) 3 Packed Lunches on excursion days ) At least 3 nights entertainment including Ceilidh Show ) Scottish Weaponry Display ) Entrances to Stirling Castle, The Royal Yacht Britannia & Inveraray Jail

Not Included: All lunches on Days 1 & 5

Wednesday Today we visit Inveraray. Step back in time to a 19th Century prison, Inveraray Jail. Experience what real life was like for men, women, and children, some as young as seven, who were tried and locked up here. Explore the atmospheric historic buildings and meet costumed characters who animate the past in this unique living museum.

Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Loch Katrine Cruise

Stirling Castle

CASTLES & GARDENS OF SOUTH WEST SCOTLAND

A tour to the South west corner of Scotland, an area of outstanding natural beauty. This corner of Scotland is missed by most visitors in their rush north to the Highlands. Discover some of the many gardens and castles and impressive coastal drives.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We travel north to Dumfries and Galloway, arriving late afternoon for our 4-night stay.

Monday Our morning takes us to Portpatrick, a pretty town of pastelcoloured houses. Later, we visit the magniﬁcent Castle Kennedy Gardens which are among the most famous in Scotland. The gardens host 75 acres of spectacularly designed loch-side landscapes.

Tuesday Our day takes us to the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum. The museum is a celebration of the early life and the enduring legacy of Scotland’s national poet. This afternoon we visit Culzean Castle & Country Park, with 40 buildings and secret follies in this rambling estate.

The North West Castle Hotel is a family-owned and run hotel for more than ﬁfty years, ‘The Castle’ itself, was formerly the home of Sir John Ross, who was once a famous Arctic explorer. The hotel is an excellent base for exploring the beautiful local area and hosts 72 en-suite bedrooms and leisure facilities including swimming pool, sauna and spa bath and its very own indoor curling rink.

SCOTTISH INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE

A tour to the Ayrshire coast that includes visits to the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, the Burrell Collection – to view one of the worlds largest art collections. Finally, we visit Dumfries House – a fine stately home that HRH King Charles III has helped beautifully restore.

Wednesday This morning we head east through Newton Stewart and along the coast to Gatehouse of Fleet, where we visit The Mill on the Fleet Visitor and Exhibition Centre. Then it is on to the Threave Garden & House – a landscaped beauty of a garden in all seasons and a haven for wildlife. Later, we head for the harbour town of Kirkcudbright – a town that was a magnet for Scottish artists in the late 19th century.

Thursday Homeward Bound.S

Sun 6 Thu 10 Jul 2025 4 Nights | £769

Tour Departs: 7.30am

Returns By: 7.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Castle Kennedy Gardens

) Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

) Culzean Castle

) Threave Garden Estate

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £120

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday We travel north to Scotland, arriving late afternoon at the Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine for our 4-night stay.

Friday We head into Glasgow today to visit the superb Riverside Glasgow Transport Museum. Afterwards we travel a short distance to the Burrell Collection located in the heart of Pollock Country Park.

Saturday Today we make the short trip to visit the Scottish Maritime Museum in Irvine. The museum hots a collection of historic vessels to view alongside showcasing Scotland’s ship building heritage. The rest of the day is then free to explore Irvine at leisure.

Sunday We drive to Ayr, where we visit the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum The museum is a celebration of the early life and the enduring legacy of

The Riverside Lodge Hotel is located on the outskirts of Irvine, near the Ayrshire coast. Overlooking a golf course, the hotel offers comfortable accommodation in pleasant surroundings. All rooms are ensuite and have television, telephone, hairdryer and teas & coffee making facilities.

Scotland’s national poet and home to 5,000 Burns artefacts. In the afternoon we make the short trip to Dumfries House, one of Britain’s most beautiful stately homes and best kept secrets, with sumptuous interiors and furnishings all set around 2000 acres of land. In 2007 King Charles III headed a consortium of charities to purchase the house to keep this historical jewel intact and accessible to the public. Monday Homeward bound.

Thu 27Mon 31 Mar 2025 4 Nights | £598

Tour Departs: 8.00am

Returns By: 6.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Tea/coffee and biscuits on arrival

) Glasgow Transport Museum

) Burrell Collection

) Scottish Maritime Museum

) Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

) Dumfries House

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £100

Holiday Insurance: £34

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

The North West Castle Hotel, Stranraer HHH

The Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine HHHH

Culzean Castle Glasgow Transport Museum

SOLWAY COAST, DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY

On this tour we enjoy the scenery of the Solway Coast and the Scottish Borders with visits to a castle full of heritage, gorgeous gardens and historic places. Take in the true beauty of this area of Scotland as we explore this summer.

4 Nights

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel north arriving late afternoon at the Holiday Inn Dumfries for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday This morning we drive to Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate – home to the Duke of Buccleuch and his ancestors for over 400 years, where we enjoy a guided tour. Later, we head back to Dumfries where the afternoon is our own to explore the town and relax.

Wednesday In the morning we visit the historic border city of Carlisle. The city has lots to offer – Carlisle Cathedral,

The Holiday Inn, Dumfries HHH

The Holiday Inn Dumfries is on the edge of Dumfries, nestled in the picturesque Crichton Estate offering an idyllic backdrop for our stay. Brasserie Restaurant and lounge/bar offer views overlooking the Crichton Estate. Access to Neuro’s Spa is available to guests at approx. £3.50pp per day and it is located 2 minutes’ walk from the hotel within the estate and features a 12m heated pool, sauna, & steam room. Most bedrooms feature walk-in showers but some have shower over bath so please specify if this is a requirement, ground ﬂoor rooms and accessible room available upon request.

ISLE OF ARRAN, ROBERT BURNS & DUMFRIES HOUSE

Ayrshire & Arran sits on the west coast of Scotland. Home to a vibrant island community, charming country towns and sandy shores.

Carlisle Castle, museums and an excellent pedestrianised centre. Later, we head to the Devil’s Porridge Museum, an amazing exhibition which tells the story of how nearly 30,000 women came together in WW2 to help produce munitions and explosives to aid our war effort.

Thursday We follow the Solway Coast to Castle Douglas. We enjoy lunch and time to relax in this 18th century market town. Afterwards, we head for Threave Garden & House – a garden for all seasons which is both a landscaped beauty and a haven for wildlife. Friday Homeward bound.

Mon 14Fri 18 Jul 2025 4 Nights | £739

Tour Departs: 7.30am Returns By: 7.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Drumlanrig Castle including a Guided Tour

) The Devils Porridge Museum

) Threave Garden & House

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £120

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

5 Nights

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We travel north to Irvine, arriving late afternoon at the Riverside Lodge Hotel for our 5-night stay.

Monday We head into Glasgow today to visit the Riverside Glasgow Transport Museum. Afterwards we travel a short distance out of the city to the Burrell Collection located in the heart of Pollock Country Park

Tuesday Today we visit the Scottish Maritime Museum in Irvine. The museum hosts a collection of historic vessels to view as well as showcasing Scotland’s ship building heritage. The rest of the day is then free to explore Irvine at leisure.

Wednesday We follow the Ayrshire coast through to the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum. The museum is a celebration of the early life and the

enduring legacy of Scotland’s national poet. In the afternoon we make the short trip to Dumfries House, one of Britain’s most beautiful stately homes and best kept secrets, with sumptuous interiors and furnishings all set around 2000 acres of land.

Thursday This morning we make the short journey to Ardrossan where we board the morning sailing for the Isle of Arran. We visit Brodick before a short sightseeing tour of the island. Friday Homeward bound.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ extra legroom coach

) 5 nights half board

) Glasgow Transport Museum

) Burrell Collection

) Scottish Maritime Museum

) Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

) Dumfries House

) Ardrossan-Brodick

The Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine HHHH

Drumlanrig Castle

Isle of Arran

THE EDINBURGH TATTOO & & The Royal Yacht Britannia

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is a spectacle of music, light and precision movement performed by the massed pipes and drums of the Scottish Regiments and military units from all over the world. Steep rocks form a dramatic backdrop to the Tattoo’s Castle setting and, when subtle lighting picks out the lone piper playing a lament from the ramparts, few in the audience fail to be moved by the atmosphere.

NB Access to the Tattoo is via a steep gradient, which may be a problem for people with walking difficulties.

4 Nights from £899

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 An unhurried drive north with a convenient lunch stop en-route.

Day 2 After breakfast we ﬁrst make our way to the Ocean Terminal at Leith for a visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia. Home to the British Royal Family for over 40 years, where we can follow in their footsteps as we explore this ﬂoating Royal residence with a fascinating audio tour. From here we head inland visiting the unique sight of The Kelpies, the world’s largest, equine sculptures which are monumental tributes to the horsepower heritage vital to the early industries of central Scotland.

Day 3 After a relaxing morning in our hotel, we make our way to Edinburgh to enjoy a guided tour of the city and see some of the many famous sights. Enjoy dinner in the heart of Edinburgh before we visit the renowned spectacle of the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Day 4 The university town of St. Andrews and the East Fife ﬁshing villages are our destinations today. Discover the cathedral and castle ruins before we continue to Crail and Anstruther, before returning via the delightfully named Pittenweem and St. Monans

Set in 12 acres of landscaped gardens, our excellent hotel is an elegant country house with award-winning food. Award winning Cardoon Restaurant, comfortable lounge, bar, spa facilities including indoor pool, spa bath, sauna and steam room.

Mobility Grade: 4 – The hotel is in a generally level location. There is no lift, but ground ﬂoor rooms are available on request.

Day 5 We return home with a convenient lunch stop en-route.

Tue 12Sat 16 Aug 2025

4 Nights | £899 Sat 16Wed 20 Aug 2025

4 Nights | £899

Tour Departs: 7.30am Returns By: 7.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

) 3 nights half board and 1 night with bed & breakfast

) One additional dinner in Edinburgh

) Outlined Excursions

) The Royal Yacht Britannia & The Kelpies

) Guided Tour of Edinburgh

) Good seats for the Military Tattoo

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £120

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Keavil House Hotel, Nr Dunfermline HHHH

Edinburgh Military Tattoo

EDINBURGH CITY BREAK

Nestled between the North Sea and a beautiful stretch of rolling, rocky hills, Edinburgh offers some of the most picturesque scenery in Europe. Famous for its medieval skyline, the capital has plenty to see and do. Take in the colourful views from atop Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat and wander the historic Royal Mile.

4 Nights

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We journey north to Edinburgh, arriving in the afternoon for our 4-night stay.

Monday Breakfast at leisure and then to help familiarise yourself with the beauty that is Edinburgh, we include tickets with the Open-top, ‘Hop-on, Hop-off’ Edinburgh Sightseeing Bus Tour Company. Lasting approximately 75 minutes you will receive a tour of the main attractions, viewing, Edinburgh’s Old Town, Edinburgh Castle and Carlton Hill. Departing and returning to Waverley Bridge we are then free to explore Edinburgh’s attractions at leisure, including the high-quality shops on Princes Street or the city’s infamous Royal Mile.

Tuesday This morning we head to the Ocean Terminal at Leith for a visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia. Home to the British Royal Family for over 40 years, we can follow in their footsteps as we

DoubleTree by Hilton, Edinburgh City Centre HHHH

Located in Old Town, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Usher Hall, Grass market and Princes Street. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are also within 15 minutes. Restaurant, bar/lounge, coffee!!!!

Mobility Grade: 4 – The resort & hotel are on the level. Hotel has a lift to all ﬂoors.

THE ISLES OF BUTE, MULL & IONA

Discover three of Scotland’s greatest off-shore islands – As you explore, you will discover top attractions, see incredible coastlines and soak in some wonderful scenery.

explore this ﬂoating Royal residence with a fascinating audio tour.

Wednesday A morning visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse – The official residence of the Royal Monarchy in Scotland. Here, we can discover 14 magniﬁcent historic and State Apartments. The rest of the day is free for your own pursuits.

Thursday After breakfast we commence our journey homeward, arriving back during the evening.

Sun 30 MarThu 3 Apr 2025

4 Nights | £929

Tour Departs: 7.30am Returns By: 7.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Open-Top ‘Hop-on, Hop-off’ Edinburgh Sightseeing Bus Ticket

) The Royal Yacht Britannia

) The Palace of Holyroodhouse

Not Included: All lunches

Double for Sole Use: £320

Holiday Insurance: £34

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

5 Nights

Holiday Itinerary

Monday for a late afternoon ferry to the pretty little Island of Bute, our base for 2 nights.

Tuesday A relaxing morning followed by a scenic tour of the island with a stop at Mount Stuart, an outstanding and ﬂamboyant Victorian, Gothic style mansion with beautiful gardens within a 300-acre estate.

Wednesday A short hop this morning on the ferry to Colintraive. Journey via Inveraray to Oban where we board the

Days 1 & 2 Glenburn Hotel, Rothesay, Isle of Bute – Located on the idyllic Isle of Bute, with fantastic views over the Firth of Clyde • 3-star • 134 bedrooms • Lift. Days 3 & 4 Isle of Mull Hotel & Spa – In a spectacular location, with panoramic sea views • A good 3-star superior standard • 82 bedrooms • No lift but some ground ﬂoor rooms. • Spa facilities including indoor swimming pool.

Day 5 Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine (4-star standard) – No lift but some ground ﬂoor rooms

All hotels are varied in style and standards. Travellers should consider the fact that they will often be in beautiful, yet isolated locations where hotel availability is extremely limited.

All have restaurant, bar & lounge.

Mobility Grade: 2 – Please note that due to the nature of this holiday, customers with mobility difficulties may be limited in their enjoyment.

sailing to Mull and our 2-night stay at the Isle of Mull Hotel.

Thursday A scenic excursion around Mull including a foot passenger crossing to legendary Iona.

Friday Returning to the mainland we journey south via Loch Lomond to our ﬁnal night at the Riverside Lodge Hotel in Irvine.

Saturday Homeward bound.

Mon 7Sat 12 Jul 2025 5 Nights | £1195

Tour Departs: 7.00am Returns By: 7.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ extra legroom coach

) Return ferry sailing to Bute

) 2 nights dinner, bed & breakfast at the Glenburn Hotel Bute, with one nights entertainment

) Return

) Admission to Mount Stuart

) Return ferry sailing to Mull

) 2 nights dinner, bed & breakfast at the Isle of Mull Hotel, Mull

) Foot Passenger Ferry to Iona

) Overnight dinner, bed & breakfast at the Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £357 Holiday Insurance: £44.50 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Royal Yacht Britannia

Tobermory – Isle of Mull

DISCOVERING DUNDEE, FIFE & ANGUS

The east coast city of Dundee is one of contrasts, from the state-of-the-art V & A Museum to the heritage of its jute mills and historic ship with a great story to tell. This makes it an excellent base from which to explore the regions of Fife and Angus.

A HIGHLAND FLING in the Spey Valley

The Scottish Highlands are a natural playground waiting to be explored with majestic mountains and mysterious lochs, nostalgic railways, amazing wildlife, and spectacular scenery all situated on the doorstep.

4 Nights from £769

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We journey north to Dundee for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday Journey along the glittering coastline, with a guided tour highlighting the fascinating heritage of the East Neuk of Fife. Take time in St. Andrews, before heading further along the coast through charming ﬁshing villages to Pittenweem. From here, head for the lovingly restored Teasses Estate. Enjoy a guided tour of the formal gardens, the Walled Garden and Greenhouses.

Wednesday The vibrant city of Dundee is our destination this morning visiting Captain Scott’s ship, the RRS Discovery Explore the ship and relive the hardships and triumphs of the remarkable expedition to the Antarctic. We continue to Glamis Castle for a

A former mansion house set in its own wooded grounds, with inviting public areas overlooking the mighty River Tay. It is a great base for exploring the awardwinning Waterfront regeneration in the city and discovering Fife and Perthshire to the South in addition to Angus and the Highlands to the North. 68 bedrooms. No Lift but some ground ﬂoor rooms available.

visit, with guided tour, to the splendid childhood home of Her Majesty the Queen Mother.

Thursday Today, we visit the seaside town of Arbroath, home to the famous 'Arbroath Smokie'. Onwards to Montrose, visiting the House of Dun an elegant Georgian country house where costumed guides lead you through its fascinating history, before returning to Dundee.

Friday Homeward bound.

Mon 9Fri 13 Jun 2025

4 Nights | £769 Mon 8Fri 12 Sep 2025

4 Nights | £769

Tour Departs: 7.30am

Returns By: 7.00pm (Both Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ extra legroom coach

) 4 nights dinner, bed & breakfast

) Guided Tour of East Neuk of Fife

) Guided Garden Tour of Teasses Estate

) Entrance to RRS Discovery

) Guided Tour of Glamis Castle

) Admission to the House of Dun

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £122

Holiday Insurance: £36

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

5 Nights £895

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We journey north arriving at our hotel in time for dinner.

Day2 We head into Speyside to beautiful Ballindalloch Castle, one of the ﬁnest surviving castles. We have a free ﬂow visit and there is also time to explore the gardens. In the afternoon we visit Rothiemuchus Estate, where we have the services of a ranger to accompany us on a coach safari to get the best views of the estate. There will be opportunities to get close to the resident highland cattle and beautiful red deer.

Day 3 Enjoy a ride on the Strathspey Railway before visiting the Highland Folk Museum, where we see how

The Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown-on-Spey HHH

Situated in the ﬁne Scottish country town of Grantown on Spey, not far from the famous Spey River in the heart of the Cairngorm National Park, is the handsome stone-built Grant Arms Hotel. The hotel has 50 en-suite bedrooms, all with tea and coffee making facilities, toiletries, hair dryer, colour TV and direct dial phone and three fully accessible enabled rooms for disabled guests. All facilities in the Grant Arms Hotel are wheelchair accessible. The hotel has a lift.

Highland people lived and worked from the 1700’s through to the 1950’s.

Day 4 This morning, we travel to Inverness Marina for a 75-minute guided wildlife cruise between the Beauly Firth and Inverness Firth. After our cruise we head to Inverness, for free time in the ‘Capital of the Highlands’.

Day 5 A day at leisure in Grantown-onSpey Day 6 Homeward bound.

Sun 4Fri 9 May 2025

5 Nights | £895

Mon 29 SepSat 4 Oct 2025

5 Nights | £895

Tour Departs: 7.00am

Returns By: 8.00pm (Both Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ extra legroom coach

) 5 nights dinner, bed & breakfast

) Entrance to Ballindalloch Castle

) Guided Tour of Rothiemuchus Estate

) The Strathspey Railway

) The Highland Folk Museum

) Wildlife Cruise Not Included: All lunches

(May)

(Sep

(All prices are per person & are for the

The Best Western Invercarse Hotel, Dundee HHH

RRS Discovery

The Strathspey Railway

HIGHLAND HERITAGE

Scotland is at its best in the autumn time –Discover a rich palette of colour of deep reds, gold, purple, copper and russets transforming the landscapes. Our October tour also includes entry into the amazing “Enchanted Forest” – an amazing outdoor experience taking you on an unforgettable journey through a symphony of lights, music and the natural beauty of the forest!

4 Nights from £849

Holiday Itinerary (1st Sep)

Monday To Scotland passing Stirling and its mighty castle into Perthshire, arriving at our hotel in Dunkeld during the late afternoon.

Tuesday A leisurely morning drive to Pitlochry where we have time to explore the many shops, cafes and restaurants in a picture-perfect setting. We continue to Loch Tummel and the marvellous Queens View, viewpoint. Next, we visit Blair Castle, home to the Dukes of Atholl for 19 generations, for a guided tour of the opulently decorated rooms displaying paintings, furniture and artefacts gathered over the years.

Wednesday We head to Blairgowrie, one of the largest towns in Perthshire, located on the banks of the River Ericht. We will then move further north over the Spittal of Glenshee where you will pass through the Glenshee Ski area. We return to Braemar, situated in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. This lovely village is surrounded by stunning mountain scenery, beautiful glens and home to the ancient Braemar Gathering tradition known colloquially as The Games that are traditionally attended by the Royal Family.

Mon 1Fri 5 Sep 2025

4 Nights | £849 Mon 13Fri 17 Oct 2025 (Inc the Enchanted Forest)

4 Nights | £869

Tour Departs: 7.30am

Returns By: 7.30pm (Both Dates)

Thursday Our day starts with a visit to Scone Palace, crowning place of Scottish kings including Robert the Bruce and Charles II and family home of the Earls of Mansﬁeld. We have time to explore the palace with its ﬁne collections of furniture, porcelain, ivories, clocks, paintings and other objets d'art. Afterwards, we return to the lovely village of Dunkeld on the banks of the River Tay. Highlights include the majestic Dunkeld Cathedral – part ruin, part parish church, the old market cross and the pastel-coloured ‘little houses’, built in the early 1700’s and restored by the National Trust for Scotland.

The Dunkeld House Hotel HHHH Nestled into the beautiful Perthshire landscape, Dunkeld House Hotel offers luxury country house hotel accommodation.

This 4-star hotel, once the summer house of the 7th Duke of Atholl, sits on 280 acres of wellmaintained and natural woodland overlooking the fast-flowing River Tay, renowned for its famous salmon fishing.98 bedrooms with stunning views over the rugged landscape. Riverside restaurant, bar & lounge. Recently refurbished spa with indoor pool, sauna & stream room. Lift to upper floors.

Friday Homeward bound.

Holiday Itinerary (13th Oct) As Above Except

Tuesday Blairgowrie & Braemar (As above)

Wednesday Scone Palace & Dunkeld with an evening visit to the Enchanted Forest in Pitlochry – where we experience a sound and light show allowing you to experience the outdoors at night with spectacular imagery Thursday We visit Drummond Castle Gardens – one of Scotland’s ﬁnest formal gardens. Established in1490 and the formal gardens were ﬁrst laid out in the 1630’s, with an Italian style parterre added in 1830.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) Guided Tour of Blair Castle (Sep Only)

) Scone Palace (Both Dates)

) Entry to the “Enchanted Forest” & Show (Oct Only)

) Drummond Castle Gardens (Oct Only)

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £178

Holiday Insurance: £36 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Scone Palace

The Enchanted Forest

THE HIGHLANDS IN A NUTSHELL

Join us as we head to Scotland for our Highland’s in a Nutshell Tour. Scotland’s boldest, biggest scenery awaits you as we journey north. Witness breath-taking loch, coastal, mountain and countryside views that will leave you with lasting memories of your trip. This wonderful tour offers you a real taste of Scotland with magnificent castle visits, a coastal cruise a chance to purchase traditional Scottish country fayre with stops in historic towns and villages along the way.

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday A leisurely drive north to our overnight hotel – The Dryfesdale Hotel, Lockerbie (4-star)

Sunday We journey north to Pitlochry, taking in the glorious vistas of Queens View. Continuing via Aviemore, we arrive in Beauly, for our 4-night stay.

Monday The beautiful Moray Coast awaits today, as does admission to the magniﬁcent turreted Brodie Castle, with its glorious gardens. Depart for time at Brodie Countryfare and the lovely traditional town of Forres, Then, enjoy a scenic drive along the coast road, via the traditional ﬁshing village of Burghead, to Lossiemouth back to our hotel.

Tuesday Today we are greeted by a local coach & driver for a full day trip to the city of Inverness. Savour a cruise on the Moray Firth with its abundance of sea and wildlife, keeping an eye out for the frolicking dolphins.

Wednesday Today we venture north to fairytale Dunrobin Castle. Enjoy the magniﬁcent gardens and views across the sea before heading to the lovely historic town of Dornoch with its independent shops and cafes. On your return we visit the lovely Black Isle Peninsula

A traditional village hotel situated on the main square of Beauly, close to the ancient priory. There are just 38 individually decorated bedrooms with tea/coffee making facilities. Restaurant, bar/bistro, coffee lounge & whisky bar.

Mobility Grade: 4 – The resort & hotel are on the level. Hotel has a lift serving all ﬂoors.

Thursday We leave the Priory Hotel today and journey south via Loch Ness and Fort Augustus to Fort William. We continue through Glencoe to Loch Lomond crossing the Erskine Bridge before reaching our ﬁnal nights hotel – the Riverside Lodge Hotel Irvine

Friday Homeward bound.

Sat 24Fri 30 May

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ extra legroom coach

) 1 nights half board at the Dryfesdale Hotel, Lockerbie

) 4 nights half board at the Priory Hotel, Beauly

) Admission to Brodie Castle

) Visit to Brodie Countryfare

) Moray Firth Wildlife Cruise

) Local coach hire on 1 day

) Admission to Dunrobin Castle

) 1 nights half board at the Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine

Not Included: All lunches

The Priory Hotel, Beauly HHH

Queen’s View

Dunrobin Castle

ROMANTIC HIGHLAND RAILWAYS

The Scottish Highlands are a visual treat and this special holiday will see them from a different view as you glide through ever changing scenery much of which cannot be seen by road. Enjoy time on the Jacobite Railway, Harry Potter's famous express. The Kyle Line was reported by Michael Palin to be one of the world's most beautiful rail journeys in the world, and the journey by steam to Broomhill, or should we say Glenbogle from TV's Monarch of the Glen is amazing. Train enthusiast or simply a lover of amazing scenery this holiday will surely be a visual treat.

5 Nights from £1039

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 Enjoy the ever-changing scenery as we journey north into the glorious Scottish Grampian region, arriving at our hotel for our 5-night stay.

Day 2 The Strathspey Railway will transport us back in time on a ten-mile-long branch line where little has changed since Victorian Times. Later, we visit the Highland Folk Museum where we discover how Highland people lived from the 1700’s to the 1960’s.

Day 3 Today we enjoy a 2-hour Jacobite cruise on Loch Ness where you will be able to enjoy the breath-taking vista of Scotland’s most infamous Loch in all its natural wonder.

Day 4 We head to Inverness for our train to Kyle of Lochalsh. Our route takes us via Dingwall to Loch Carron. before reaching Kyle of Lochalsh – the ‘Gateway to the Isle of Skye’. Enjoy fantastic views of the Cuillin Mountain range before a scenic drive back to our hotel.

With origins in the eighteenth century the hotel was originally built as a stopover for passengers travelling by stagecoach. Restaurant, bar and lounge and nightly entertainment.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Locality: Fairly level. Hotel: Ramp alternative to steps into the main entrance. Lift to two ﬂoors.

Ideally situated on the main street in the village of Newtonmore, within the Cairngorm National Park. This family-run hotel offers a warm and personal welcome, stylish accommodation, varied menus and entertainment.

Soak up the atmosphere in the lounge, enjoy the rustic decor and roaring ﬁre in the bar or simply relax and unwind in the indoor swimming pool.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Locality: Fairly level. Hotel: Lift to most ﬂoors. Some ground ﬂoor rooms but these rooms do not have walk-in showers.

Day 5 We include reserved seats on the Jacobite Steam Railway for our single journey train ride between Fort William and Mallaig. The journey takes approximately two hours with time available to explore the delightful ﬁshing village of Mallaig. One leg of our journey is by coach, which affords us the opportunity to stop at Glenﬁnnan for photo opportunities of the Bonnie Prince Charlie Monument and the impressive viaduct.

Day 6 Homeward bound.

Sun 22-

Fri 27 Jun 2025

Duke of Gordon Hotel

5 Nights | £1069

Sun 14Fri 19 Sep 2025

Balavil Hotel

5 Nights | £1039

Tour Departs: 7.00am

Returns By: 8.00pm (Both Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom and complimentary free onboard drinks

) 5 nights half board

) Single journey on the Strathspey Steam Railway

) Entrance to the Highland Folk Museum

) 2-hour Jacobite Cruise on Loch Ness

) Single Train Journey from Inverness to the Kyle of Lochalsh

) Single Journey on the Jacobite Steam Train between Fort William & Mallaig

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £75 (Jun) £125 (Sep)

Holiday Insurance: £44.50 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Duke of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie (Jun Tour) HHH

Balavil Hotel, Newtonmore (Sep Tour) HHH

Jacobite Steam Railway

THE PALACE HOTEL INVERNESS

Join us at the Best Western Palace Hotel Inverness on this superb ‘All Inclusive’ break. Dating from the 1890's, the Hotel combines the best of the past with the contemporary style of the present with elegant interiors, comfortable bedrooms and a superb Leisure Club & Spa.

5 Nights from £989

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We journey north to the Scottish Highlands arriving in Inverness during the early evening.

Monday Today we include a cruise on the world-famous Loch Ness. Although forever associated with legend, there is much more to Loch Ness than just the elusive monster! It is Scotland’s largest loch, and it is more than 600ft deep for much of its 23 miles length.

Tuesday A day at leisure in Inverness, with time to explore the shops, parks and gardens of the Capital of the Highlands. Wednesday Enjoy a full-day tour visiting Loch Maree and Inverewe Gardens (NT). A true example of the rugged scenery of the west coast, Loch Maree lies in the shadow of the towering Ben Slioch and has around 30 isles, which lie like a cluster of jewels strung together to form a treasure of unrivalled beauty. We continue to the world-famous Inverewe Gardens, which boast a stunning location, overlooking Loch Ewe.

The Best Western Palace Hotel, Inverness HHH

Our hotel nestles on the banks of the River Ness, opposite Inverness Castle and is just a few short steps from Inverness city centre. Restaurant, lounge, bar, swimming pool, steam room & sauna.

Mobility Grade: 4 – The resort & hotel are on the level. Hotel has a lift serving all ﬂoors.

Thursday We visit the Culloden Battleﬁeld & Visitors Centre (NT), which features a state-of-the-art exhibition bringing the battle alive in an immersion ﬁlm and accounts from genuine characters involved in the events when the British troops defeated Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Highland clans in 1746.

Friday Today we are homeward bound.

Sun 13Fri 18 Apr 2025

5 Nights | £989

Sun 19Fri 24 Oct 2025

5 Nights | £1029

Tour Departs: 7.00am

Returns By: 7.30pm (Both Dates)

Look What Your ‘Diamond All Inclusive’ Package Includes

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 5 nights accommodation

) Welcome cocktail reception on the ﬁrst evening

) Complimentary drinks package from 7-10 pm each evening

) Wine with dinner each evening

) Entertainment programme (2 nights guaranteed)

) 3-course dinners

) Lunch each day or packed lunch if we are out on excursions

) Afternoon tea & cream scones each day

) Buffet breakfasts

) Free tea/coffee any time of the day

) Loch Ness Cruise

) Entrance to Inverewe Gardens (NT)

) Culloden Battleﬁeld Visitors Centre (NT)

Not Included:

Lunches on Days 1 & 6

Inverewe Gardens

Culloden Battlefield & Visitors Centre Loch Ness

LUXURY SCOTLAND

Two glorious seasonal breaks to the beautiful Highlands Region of Scotland. In spring the countryside comes to life again, with fields full of lambs and wildflowers. Whereas Autumn is a beautiful time of year to visit Scotland; the landscapes are ablaze with autumnal colours, the skies have a wonderful purple and orange glow. We will be based at the luxurious 4-star Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness, capital of the Highlands. Offering sumptuous rooms, fine dining and a relaxing spa.

5 Nights from £1059

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday Relax as we drive north to Inverness arriving in time for dinner and for our 5-night stay.

Monday Enjoy your one-hour Jacobite Cruise along the mysterious waters Loch Ness. We continue by road to Drumnadrochit, before reaching Beauly viewing the historic ruins of Beauly Priory. No tour of Scotland is complete without a visit to a distillery, so our day concludes with a tour of Glen Ord Distillery

Tuesday A day at leisure in Inverness to enjoy the hotel’s amenities or discover the city’s ﬂourishing culinary scene. Explore the Victorian Market or Eastgate Shopping Centre for a bit of retail therapy or take your time to admire art exhibitions in the city's gallery spaces. Wandering through the handsome city centre is pretty enjoyable too; appreciate Inverness Castle and St. Andrew's Cathedral, or simply stroll along the banks of the River Ness.

The Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness HHHH

Although based in Inverness, our hotel enjoys a real countryside feel with most rooms having views over landscaped gardens or Inverness golf course. Set in 4-acres of beautiful gardens the Kingsmills Hotel has restaurant and bar facilities. There is also a leisure club, spa, swimming pool, sauna & steam room with the city centre less than a mile away. Mobility Grade: 4 – The hotel offers good access throughout with a lift to all ﬂoors.

Wednesday Our first visit today is to the award-winning Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre. The course of history was changed at Culloden, on April 16th 1746 and history is brought to life at the, with interactive characters who witnessed or were involved in the 1746 battle that helped determine Scotland’s fate. As a result of that defeat, the British government built three forts at Fort William, Fort Augustus and Fort George. In the afternoon we visit Fort George, five miles from Culloden, which is today still a British military barracks as well as a fine museum.

Thursday Enjoy a scenic drive to the Black Isle. We pass through the ﬁshing village of Avoch and follow the Moray ﬁrth to Chanonry Point, a popular location to view the famous Moray Firth Dolphins. From there, we visit the historic village of Cromarty before continuing to Culbokie, following the famous Cromarty Firth.

Friday We leave after breakfast and begin the journey home.

Sun 23Fri 28 Mar 2025

5 Nights | £1059

Sun 2Fri 7 Nov 2025

5 Nights | £1069

Tour Departs: 7.00am Returns By: 7.30pm (Both Dates)

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats with calf supports

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 5 nights half board

) Jacobite Cruise of Loch Ness

) Glen Ord Distillery Tour

) Culloden Battleﬁeld Visitor Centre

) Fort George

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £275

Holiday Insurance: £42.50 (Mar) £44.50 (Nov)

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Black Isle

Fort George

SCOTLAND’S CASTLE TRAIL & ROYAL DEESIDE

Crathes Castle * Pitmedden Gardens * Glamis Castle

Aberdeenshire has been called ‘the castle county’ for many years due to the fact this remote region of Scotland is home to more castles per acre than anywhere else in Britain. There are over 260 castles in the county, some of which are perched high on top of the remotest cliff tops, others that are nestled deep in thick pine forests, and many more situated in scenic rolling countryside. Scotland’s far north-east is famous for its stunning landscapes where mountains meet lochs and sea-battered cliffs front quaint fishing towns, so it is understandable that Aberdeenshire is one of the top tourist destinations in Scotland.

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday We board our Luxury Traveller coach for the leisurely drive north. Enjoy the scenic, undulating views of the Borders region as we journey to our overnight stay at the popular Dryfesdale Hotel in Lockerbie

Sunday Departing after breakfast we travel to Dundee, where after free time for lunch we visit Discovery Point. Here, we explore Captain Scott’s ship ‘Discovery,’ which he sailed on during his remarkable Antarctic exploration. From here, we journey north to Aberdeen and our 4-night stay.

Monday After breakfast we drive to Banchory to visit the Aberdeenshire Highland Beef Farm. This is a working farm, where the owners are passionate about their herd. Following tea, coffee & shortbread on arrival we have a guided tour where we meet this native breed, discover their history and sample some succulent highland beef. (As this is working farm visitors should wear sensible footwear). To conclude our visit, we include a lunch of ‘shoulders tea,’ tatties & onions (A regional dish to Aberdeenshire) with beetroot and oatcakes on the side. Later, we continue to nearby Crathes Castle – one of the most superb castles in Scotland. This splendid 16th Century family tower house has well-preserved interiors and wonderful gardens.

Macdonald Norwood Hall Hotel, Aberdeen HHHH

Tuesday Today, a local coach and driver meets us for a visit to the highly acclaimed Pitmedden Garden. Admire the intricate box parterres, 40,000 plants in the colourful borders and breathe in the scent of roses. Later, we return for a Guided Tour of Aberdeen. Known as 'Granite City' and famous as the off-shore oil capital of Europe, this is a city with not one but two Old Towns: Old Aberdeen, with its cobbled streets, mature trees and 15th century fortified cathedral. Then there’s Footdee –known locally as Fittie – a quirky fishing quarter at the water’s edge, with squares of tiny cottages, flower-filled gardens and brightly painted outhouses, their eccentric decorations drawing on the city’s seafaring soul. Wednesday This morning after breakfast, we travel west crossing the river Dee at the Bridge of Feugh, a waterfall to see we can catch a glimpse of the salmon jumping up the falls. Heading deeper into Royal Deeside we Stop at Crathie Kirk. This church has been used by the Royal family for worship since Queen Victoria and Prince Albert discovered and purchased the Balmoral Estate. We continue to the Braemar Highland Games Centre where we discover the 200-year history of the Braemar Royal Highland Games Society.

Norwood Hall Country House Hotel was built in 1881 on the site of the 15th Century Pitfodels Castle, offering guests the best in breathtaking Scottish scenery and ﬁne facilities. Conveniently located within easy reach of the historic city centre. Norwood Hall Hotel features log ﬁres, wooded grounds and secluded gardens. The hotel retains many of its original Victorian features including sweeping staircases and

colonnaded entrances. The library is open to guests and there are seating areas in the garden.

The Tapestry Restaurant features fresh seafood from nearby ports and game from Highland estates. It also has an extensive wine list.

The Georgian Lounge serves a selection of malt whiskies and light meals.

Rooms are decorated in a classic style and feature modern facilities including ﬂat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi access. Some rooms have work desks and walk-in showers.

Mobility Grade: 4 – The hotel offers good access throughout with a lift to all ﬂoors.

Thursday We bid a fond farewell to Scotland’s far north and journey south pausing at Glamis Castle. Once home to the HRH Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, the castle oozes over 500 years of history where many legends and myths can be told. In the afternoon, we continue to our ﬁnal nights stay in the Central Highlands. Friday We leave after breakfast and begin the journey home.

Sat 10Fri 16 Aug 2024

6 Nights | £1195

Tour Departs: 7.30am

Returns By: 7.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 2 nights half board at the Macdonald Inchyra Grange Hotel, Falkirk

) 4 nights half board at the Norwood Hall Hotel, Aberdeen

) Dundee Discovery Point

) Aberdeenshire’s Highland Beef Farm with Guided Tour & Lunch

) Crathes Castles

) Pitmedden Garden

) Guided Tour of Aberdeen

) Braemar Highland Games Centre

) Glamis Castle

Not included: All other lunches

Single Room: £262

Holiday Insurance: £44.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Pitmedden Garden

WESTER ROSS EXPLORER

The awe-inspiring scenery of Wester Ross offers a wealth of spectacular landscapes. Known for its sandy beaches, panoramic views to Raasay, Skye and the Western Isles with unforgettable sunsets across the Minch. With plenty of rocky coastline, wonderful wildlife and remarkable unspoilt views, this tour takes you a little more off the beaten track.

6 Nights £1098

Gairloch Hotel, Gairloch HHH

A traditional 3-star Victorian Scottish baronial style hotel located in the pretty harbour town of Gairloch, which boasts wonderful views across to Skye. There is a comfortable lounge bar and lovely beaches.

72 bedrooms with lift to most rooms.

All hotels are varied in style and standards. Travellers should consider the fact that they will often be in beautiful, yet isolated locations where hotel availability is extremely limited.

Overnight Hotels: Sunday: Royal George Hotel, Perth (3-star) Idyllically located on the banks of the River Tay in the heart of Perth (No lift at this hotel. All rooms are accessed by at least one ﬂight of stairs.

Friday: Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine (4-star standard) No lift but some ground ﬂoor rooms.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday A leisurely drive north to our overnight hotel – The Royal George Hotel, Perth (3-star).

Monday We continue north travelling via Pitlochry to the charming resort town of Aviemore, surrounded by the stunning scenery of the Cairngorms. From here we drive via Inverness to the spa town of Strathpeffer. In the afternoon we continue deep into Wester Ross, arriving at our hotel, located on the shoreline of Gairloch for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday A short hop this morning with a local operator so your driver can have a rest day, to Inverewe Gardens. A garden like no other with amazing species that simply shouldn’t grow there! Lose yourself in this lush setting before exploring Inverewe House, now an interactive museum. The remainder of the day is at leisure in the pretty harbour town of Gairloch.

Wednesday Today is an opportunity to sample part of the North Coast 500 route. See the tiny sheep-inhabited Gruinard Island, with a grim past, to Little Loch Broom and fantastic views of the Loch and An Tellach, the highest mountain in the area. Heading on, passing the magniﬁcent Corrieshalloch Gorge, known for its Victorian suspension bridge, and Falls of Measach before arriving in Ullapool. A village wrapped in stunning scenery; we include admission to the town museum Take time to wander here before delving into the local shops

Thursday A full day, exploring Wester Ross further. Head along Loch Maree, framed by the Slioch and Beinn Eighe mountain ranges, to Achnasheen in the east of the region. Here, join the train for a scenic trip to the Kyle of Lochalsh with spectacular views and light glinting off the waters of the many lochs. Rejoining the coach, we pause for photos at the picturesque Eilean Donan Castle before returning via lovely Loch Carron to our hotel. Friday Departing Wester Ross we return via Fort William and lonely Glencoe before reaching the shoreline of Loch Lomond and on to our ﬁnal night at the Riverside Lodge Hotel in Irvine Saturday Homeward bound.

Sun 13Sat 19 Jul 2025

6 Nights | £1098

Tour Departs: 7.30am Returns By: 7.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom ) Complimentary on-board drinks

) 1 nights half board at the Royal George Hotel, Perth ) 4 nights half board at the Gairloch Hotel, Gairloch ) Admission to Inverewe Garden and Estate

) Admission to Ullapool Museum

) Single Rail Journey –Achnasheen to Kyle of Lochalsh

) 1 nights half board at the Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £232

Holiday Insurance: £44.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Eilean Donan Castle

THE GRAND OUTER HEBRIDEAN

Featuring the Isles of Lewis, Harris, Uist, Benbecula & Skye

A journey of discovery visiting Scotland’s Western Isles – a chain of remarkable islands that stretch out like a breakwater at the rim of the wide Atlantic. Marvel at a striking mix of landscapes from golden sands to mountains and moonscapes that form the wonderful Outer Hebrides. On our tour we also spend time in Blairgowrie, ‘Gateway to the Perthshire Highlands’ and the picturesque village of Ullapool nesting on the shores of Loch Broom. On our return we also visit delightful Fort William and the Scottish Borders.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Travel to Scotland with an overnight stop at the 3-star Angus Hotel in Blairgowrie

Tuesday Our journey continues north as we skirt the Cairngorm National Park, travelling over the remote Drumochter Pass pausing at the leafy old Victorian spa town of Strathpeffer before heading west to Ullapool and our overnight stay at the Caledonian Hotel.

Wednesday We take the morning ferry to Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis, then continue to the Caberfeidh Hotel for our 2-night stay.

Thursday Using the services of a local coach and tour guide we explore the Islands of Lewis home to the Callanish Stones, one of the ﬁnest prehistoric sites in Scotland, the historic Broch at Carolway and the Gearrannan Blackhouses Village with their traditional thatched croft houses.

Friday Harris beckons today with its ever-changing kaleidoscope of striking landscapes. Visit Tarbert, home to the Harris Tweed Shop and a distillery. Travel via stunning coastal beaches to the 16th century St. Clement’s Church at Rodel, before boarding the ferry from Leverburgh to Berneray and continue to the Dark Island Hotel on Benbecula for a 2-night stay.

Saturday We have a local guide on board for our tour of Benbecula and South Uist with its Bonnie Prince Charlie connections.

Sunday We board the late-morning ferry from Lochmaddy to Uig. We enjoy a scenic drive across the Isle of Skye and continue to Fort William and our penultimate night at the Alexandra Hotel

Day 1 The Angus Hotel, Blairgowrie (3-star)

Day 2 Caledonian Hotel, Ullapool (3-star)

Days 3 & 4 Caberfeidh Hotel, Stornoway (4-star)

Days 5 & 6 The Dark Isle Hotel, Benbecula (3-star)

Day 7 The Alexandra Hotel, Fort William (3-star)

Day 8 The Dryfesdale Hotel, Lockerbie (4-star)

All hotels are varied in style and standards. Travellers should consider the fact that they will often be in beautiful, yet isolated locations where hotel availability is extremely

limited. All have restaurant, bar & lounge. The Angus, Caberfeidh & The Alexandra, Fort William offer lift access to all ﬂoors. No Lift at the Caledonian, Ullapool or the Dark Isle, Benbecula or the Dryfesdale, Lockerbie.

Mobility Grade: 2 – This is a touring holiday and although most of the sightseeing is from the comfort of our coach, there are ferries to board and ﬁve different hotels, along with steps and stairs to negotiate. Please note that due to the nature of this holiday, customers with mobility difficulties may be limited in their enjoyment.

Monday We journey south along the shores of Loch Lomond into the scenic Borders Region arriving for dinner and our overnight stay at the Dryfesdale Hotel, Lockerbie

Tuesday Homeward bound.

Mon 23 JunTue 1 Jul 2025 8 Nights | £1595 Tour Departs: 7.00am Returns By: 5.45pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ extra legroom coach

) 8 nights half board

) Return ferry sailings to the Outer Hebrides

) Local Coach & Guided Tour of Lewis/Harris

) Guided Tour of South Uist

Not included: All lunches

Isle of Harris

Fort William

SCOTLAND’S FAR NORTH & PERTH

Travel to the far north of Scotland and experience the dramatic coastline with visits to the remote Castle of Mey, beloved home of the Queen Mother, and John O’Groats together with a full day's visit to Orkney. Finally, there is time at leisure in the heritage city of Perth.

6 Nights £1195

Holiday Itinerary

Wednesday A leisurely drive north to Perth, where we spend 2-nights at The Royal George Hotel (3-star).

Thursday Today, a local coach and driver meets us at our hotel an takes us for a visit to Scone Palace, crowning place of Scottish kings including Robert the Bruce and Charles II and family home of the Earls of Mansﬁeld. We have time to explore the palace with its ﬁne collections of furniture, porcelain, ivories, clocks, paintings and other objets d'art. Free time in Perth in the afternoon.

Friday We travel north, pausing in the highland capital of Inverness. We continue our journey in the afternoon to Wick, arriving at the popular Norseman Hotel for our 3-night stay.

Saturday A full day excursion to Orkney including return ferry crossings from Gill’s Bay with Pentland Ferries. On arrival, meet your local guide who will ensure the highlights of this wonderful island are not missed. These may include Skara Brae, the Churchill Barriers, Scapa Flow, Ring of Brodgar, the Italian Chapel and Kirkwall's magniﬁcent cathedral. Admission to both Skara Brae and the Italian Chapel have been included.

The hotel overlooks the River Wick and is only a few minutes' walk from the town centre * 48 bedrooms * No lift but plenty of ground ﬂoor rooms.

All hotels are varied in style and standards. Travellers should consider the fact that they will often be in beautiful, yet isolated locations where hotel availability is extremely limited.

Overnight Hotels: Wednesday & Thursday: Royal George Hotel, Perth (3-star) Idyllically located on the banks of the River Tay in the heart of Perth (No Lift at this Hotel. All rooms are accessed by at least one ﬂight of stairs. Monday: Courtyard by Marriott (4-star standard) Lift access to all ﬂoors.

Sunday Visit Her Majesty the Queen Mother's beloved Castle of Mey which has been kept just as it was when she was alive. Explore the gardens and enjoy the views over the Pentland Firth. Later, we visit John O’ Groats – the northernmost point of the mainland where we will be literally at the ‘edge of Scotland’!

Monday Departing our hotel we journey south pausing for refreshment breaks in Dingwall and Pitlochry before reaching the Courtyard by Marriott near Glasgow Airport for dinner and our ﬁnal night’s stay. Tuesday Homeward bound.

Wed 25 JunTue 1 Jul 2025

6 Nights | £1195

Tour Departs: 7.30am Returns By: 5.45pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ extra legroom coach

) 2 nights half board at the Royal George Hotel, Perth ) 3 nights half board at the Norseman Hotel, Wick ) Full day excursion to Orkney including services of local guide, plus admission to Skara Brae and the Italian Chapel

) Admission to the Castle of Mey ) 1 nights half board at the Courtyard by Marriott, Nr Glasgow Airport

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £128

Holiday Insurance: £44.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Norseman Hotel, Wick HHH

Ring of Brodgar – Orkney

SHETLAND – THE ISLAND OF VIKINGS &

Edinburgh

Ruggedly handsome and wonderfully secluded – Shetland boasts a landscape quite unlike anywhere else in the world, with huge cliffs, unspoilt coastline and an abundance of wildlife. Here is a ‘once in a lifetime’ chance to holiday on an island quite unlike anywhere else in the UK. To compliment our tour, we also include a 2-night stay in Edinburgh. Scotland’s capital, where at its centre is the Royal Mile, a remarkable street of Reformation-era tenement buildings leading from the seat of Edinburgh Castle on Castle Rock down to the grandiose Palace of Holyroodhouse.

7 Nights £1759

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday After an early start, we travel north to Scotland with an overnight stop at the 4-star Holiday Inn East Kilbride Friday Departing after breakfast we visit Glamis Castle, the splendid childhood home of Her Majesty the Queen Mother. We continue in the afternoon to Aberdeen where we board the overnight Northlink Ferry sailing to Shetland

Saturday After breakfast we disembark the ferry and meet our local, experienced guide for a tour of the Northern Isles – Yell and Unst. We pause for a photo-stop at Sullom Voe then cross to Yell, with entry to the Old Haa Museum, Burravoe. We cross to Unst with its many beautiful beaches and continue to Haroldswick (Light lunch included) before visits to the Unst Heritage Centre and the Boat Haven. We return with photo stops at Skidbladner – a replica Viking Long Ship and the renown Unst Bus Shelter before checking into our hotel around 6.00pm.

Sunday Today we enjoy a southern coastal tour. We commence with a visit to the Croft House Museum and continue to Jarlsof for a tour of the archaeological site. After a brief photo stop at Sumburgh Head RSPB Reserve we return to Lerwick for free time, followed by two afternoon visits to Carol’s Ponies and the Scalloway Museum Monday Travelling via Voe and Brae, we view the spectacular offshore sea stacks of ‘Drongs.’ We continue with views of the Eshaness Light House before entry to the Tangwick Haa Museum. We include a light lunch before returning to Lerwick for our evening sailing to Aberdeen.

Tuesday After breakfast, disembark the ship and take the coastal road south to Perth where we visit Scone Palace – The original home of the legendary Stone of Destiny, Scone Palace is spectacular and contains a superb collection of French furniture, delicate china and valuable treasures. From here we continue to the Doubletree by Hilton Queensferry for our ﬁnal 2-night stay.

Wednesday Today, a local coach & driver will transfer us to Edinburgh, Scotland’s historic capital where the majestic castle towers over the whole city. Today we are free to explore this great city at leisure. Thursday Homeward bound.

Day 1 – The Holiday Inn East Kilbride – Lying just a 10 minutes' away from East Kilbride town centre, this 4-star property is well located for our overnight stay. The guest rooms are stylish and comfortable and are equipped with all of today’s modern amenities. Restaurant, lounge/bar. Lift access to all ﬂoors.

Day 2 & 5 Overnight DBB with cabin accommodation – Northlink Ferries operate modern ships carrying 600 passengers with shops, restaurant, bars and a cinema on board. All cabins are 2-berth en-suite.

Days 3 & 4 The Shetland Hotel, Lerwick – The 3-star Shetland Hotel has 64 spacious rooms and is located near the ferry terminal in Lerwick. The hotel has a lift and 2 restaurants.

Days 6 & 7 The Doubletree by Hilton, North Queensferry – This 4-star hotel is over the Firth of Forth, north of Edinburgh, one mile from the new North Queensferry crossing bridge with panoramic views across the river and 30 minutes from the centre of the city. The hotel offers 147 well-appointed bedrooms with a mix of walk-in showers and showers over the bath. Guests will encounter the occasional step in the accommodation area. There is a lift to all ﬂoors and there are 25 bedrooms located on the ground ﬂoor. The Shore Restaurant and bar has stunning views. All hotels are varied in style and standards, but all rooms offer full-en-suite facilities. Travellers should consider the fact that they will often be in beautiful, yet isolated locations where hotel availability is extremely limited. All have restaurant, bar & lounge.

Mobility Grade: 2 – This is a touring holiday and although most of the sightseeing is from the comfort of our coach, there are ferries to board and three different hotels, along with steps and stairs to negotiate. Please note that due to the nature of this holiday, customers with mobility difficulties may be limited in their enjoyment.

Thu 11Thu 18 Sep 2025

7 Nights | £1759

Tour Departs: 7.30am Returns

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club Class’ extra legroom coach

) 7 nights half board

) 2 lunches on Shetland

) Glamis Castle

) Return overnight sailings with Northlink Ferries from Aberdeen to Lerwick

) Guided Tours of Shetland with highlighted admissions

) Scone Palace

) Transfers into Edinburgh by local coach

Not included: All other lunches

Shetland

IRELAND’S NORTHERN JAUNT

Westport – Achill Island – Giants Causeway – Belfast

Treat yourself to an 8-day tour of Ireland’s central west coast and northern ‘top side’, where we visit award-winning Westport and stunning Achill Island located at the heart of Ireland’s ‘Wild Atlantic Way’. This tour also combines spectacular city, coast and countryside from Donegal, through to the Causeway and Antrim coastlines and then on to Belfast, offering a kaleidoscopic journey that is not to be missed.

7 Nights £1269

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday Travel from Holyhead to Dublin, arriving in time for dinner and our overnight stay at the Talbot Stillorgan Park Hotel near Dublin

Sunday We travel west across Ireland pausing in Athlone before arriving in Westport for our 2-night stay at the Castlecourt Hotel. Westport is a delightful heritage town, attractively located near the sea with the famous Mayo Mountains as its impressive backdrop. Westport is a unique blend of old and new living memories of a bygone era mingling happily with the lively busy town of today.

Monday Enjoy a full day excursion around ‘Magical Mayo’. Following the shores of Lough Cullin and Lough Conn we reach Achill Island – A rugged, unspoilt and spectacular region of Ireland dominated by Slievemore Mountain that rises dramatically to the north. At Achill Sound we join the famous circular ‘Atlantic Drive’ – a truly stunning journey.

Tuesday Departing Westport, we drive via Drumcliffe, where we visit the grave of the renowned Irish poet W.B. Yeats. Next, following in the ‘lea’ of the majestic Benbulben ‘ﬂat-topped’ mountain, we discover the secrets that have made Belleek Pottery one of the most enduring success stories of Irish craftsmanship during a tour of Belleek Pottery. We pause in Donegal town before reaching the Kees Hotel at Ballybofey (3-star rated) for our 2-night stay.

Wednesday Today we make our way to Donegal Town with free time in the morning. Visit Magee’s, home of traditional handwoven Donegal Tweed for a weaving demonstration. Later, we explore the remote Donegal Gaeltacht district, where we visit the Glencolmcille Folk Village. Perched overlooking the idyllic Glen Bay Beach, the village is a replica of a typical Irish rural village. Step back in time on a self-guided tour exploring the replica thatched roof cottages and dwellings of a rural Irish village. Thursday Our adventure continues today with a journey over to the north coast and the chance to visit the Giant’s Causeway with its impressive Visitors Centre

Days 1 Talbot Stillorgan Park Hotel, Dublin (4-star Rated)

Days 2 & 3 Castlecourt Hotel, Westport (4-star) The spacious rooms at the Castlecourt Hotel, Spa and Leisure all feature TV, and free Wi-Fi. There is a sauna, a steam room and a fully equipped gym. This family-owned and run hotel, is known as a home away from home. The Orchard Restaurant offers a bright and stylish space while the Courtyard Bistro provides light lunches and pastries throughout the day. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Days 4 & 5 The Kees Hotel, Balleybofey (3-star Rated) In the twin towns of Stranorlar and Ballybofey, near the foothills of the Bluestack Mountains, you’ll ﬁnd the family-run Kee’s Hotel. All 53 bedrooms are bright and comfortable, offering the high standards expected by any seasoned traveller. The restaurant offers the ﬁnest local seasonal specialties. Spend quality time in the gym, sauna, pool, or beauty salon. Lift.

Days 6 & 7 Stormont Hotel, Belfast (4-star Rated) Located 5 miles from the centre of Belfast, opposite Stormont Parliament Buildings in a leafy, residential area. Bar, lounge. 2 lifts serve 3 ﬂoors, however there are limited ground ﬂoor rooms available.

From here, we follow the Antrim Coast Road with its stunning ocean views arriving in Dublin for a 2-night stay at the Stormont Hotel (4-star rated)

Friday This morning a local coach and Belfast guide will meet us at our hotel for a guided tour of Belfast. In the afternoon we visit Titanic Belfast, the world’s largest Titanic visitor experience. This iconic six-ﬂoor building explores the sights, sounds, smells and stories of the Titanic, which brings history to life in an unforgettable way.

Saturday We board the late morning sailing from Belfast to Cairnryan, arriving at 1.45pm from here, we return south through the Scottish Borders to Henley, returning for approximately 9.30pm.

Sat 10Sat 17 May 2025

7 Nights | £1269

Tour Departs: 7.30am

Returns By: 9.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom ) 7 nights half board

) Return Ferry Crossings

) Entrance to Drumcliffe Churchyard to view the grave of WB Yeats

) Belleek Pottery Tour

) Glencolmcille Folk Village

) Giants Causeway Visitors Centre with audio-guide

) Guided Tour of Belfast by local coach

) Titanic Belfast Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £232

Holiday Insurance: £42.50

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour.

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

Giant’s Causeway

OUTSTANDING NORTHERN IRELAND

Belfast, the Antrim Coast & so much more

Northern Ireland's beauty is intertwined with tragic history & rich culture – the wild craggy mountains, magical lakes & sweeping coastline have remained unspoilt by the passage of time.

6 Nights £1195

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We journey to Holyhead in North Wales for our afternoon sailing to Ireland and continue to our overnight stay at the Talbot Stillorgan Park Hotel (4-star rated).

Monday We journey north to Newry. Then following the Mountains of Mourne Coastal Route we drive along the shores of Carlingford Lough to Kilheel. We continue via Downpatrick, the last resting place of St. Patrick before arriving at the Stormont Hotel for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday This morning we drive pausing to view the ‘Dark Hedges’, a romantic, atmospheric, tunnel-like avenue of intertwined beech trees, planted in the 18th-century. Today they are instantly recognisable to fans of the popular TV series ‘Game of Thrones’, as the Kings Road! We continue to the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Experience, returning along the spectacular Antrim coast with its vertical cliffs, glens and mountain scenery. (Small separate charge for those requiring to use the Translink Shuttle bus from the Visitors Centre to view the Causeway).

Wednesday Today we visit Hillsborough Castle, one of the most beautiful, and interesting historic properties in Northern Ireland and the official residence of the Royal Family when they are in Northern Ireland. We include a guided tour of this magniﬁcent Georgian Mansion and an opportunity to explore the beautiful gardens. (Our visit includes tea and scones)

Thursday This morning a local coach and Belfast City guide meets us at our hotel for a morning guided tour of Belfast. In the afternoon we visit Titanic Belfast, the world’s largest Titanic visitor experience. This iconic six-ﬂoor building explores the sights, sounds, smells and stories of the Titanic, which brings history to life in an unforgettable way.

Stormont Hotel, Belfast HHHH

Located 5 miles from the centre of Belfast, opposite Stormont

Parliament Buildings in a leafy, residential area. Bar and lounge.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Location & hotel are all reasonably level and accessible. 2 lifts serve 3 ﬂoors, however there are limited ground ﬂoor rooms available.

Friday We return south to Dublin before continuing to our ﬁnal nights stay at the Talbot Hotel, Stillorgan, Co Dublin

Saturday Breakfast today is included on board our return Irish Ferries sailing to Holyhead then we continue homeward.

Sun 7Sat 13 Sep 2025 6 Nights | £1195

Tour Departs: 7.30am Returns By: 5.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Return Ferry Crossings

) 6 nights half board

) Guided Tour of Hillsborough Castle with tea/scones

) Entrance to the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Experience (NT)

) Guided Tour of Belfast & entrance to Titanic Belfast Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £254

Holiday Insurance: £44.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

Titanic Belfast

SPRINGTIME IN IRELAND

Discover Powerscourt in spring, when the estate is ablaze with colour and over 10,000 tulips gently dance throughout the gardens.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel to Holyhead and our sailing to Dublin. On arrival in Dublin, we head directly to our hotel in Carlow for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday We head to Powerscourt House & Gardens. The Gardens stretch over 47 acres and offer a sublime blend of formal gardens and sweeping terraces. Also included in our visit is a fascinating behind the scenes look at Powerscourt whiskey production with a distillery tour

Wednesday Today we visit the attractive medieval city of Kilkenny See the magniﬁcent 12th century Kilkenny Castle and the Kilkenny Design Craft Centre home to a

Dolmen Hotel, Carlow

Set on the banks of the River Barrow, the Woodford Dolmen Hotel has lovely grounds with views of the Killeshin Hills and 10 acres of gardens, complete with resident fairies in the magical fairy garden. Around 5 minutes’ drive from Carlow town centre, the charming hotel houses 81 modern bedrooms with neutral décor. There is a stylish bar with plenty of seating for relaxing, while the restaurant serves dishes prepared with fresh, local produce in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

‘HOOK OR BY CROOK’

Discover Ireland’s Ancient East, a region of legends and stories from ancient times to modern day. Holiday Itinerary

selection of Irish hand-crafted gifts.

Thursday A morning visit to the Newbridge Silverware Visitor Centre

We follow this with a visit to the Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens, St. Fiachra’s Gardens, awash with seasonal colours.

Friday Departing after breakfast we spend a little free time in Dublin before catching the afternoon ferry to Holyhead and homeward bound.

Mon 7Fri 11 Apr 2025 4 Nights | £789

Tour Departs: 7.30am Returns By: 10.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Outlined Excursions

) Entrance to Powerscourt Gardens

) Distillery Tour/Tasting

) Newbridge Silverware Visitors Centre

) Irish National Stud, Japanese Gardens & St. Fiachra’s Gardens

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £177 (Within Allocation)

Holiday Insurance: £69.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Sunday Join the afternoon sailing to Rosslare before continuing to our hotel for our 4-night stay.

Monday We begin the day in New Ross and a guided tour of the 1840’s Dunbrody Famine Ship. Continue to the Hook Peninsular to visit the world’s oldest operational lighthouse with stunning views from the Hook headland across to the village of Crook on the other side of the bay. Finally today, enjoy as a guided tour of Johnstown Castle Tuesday Today, we visit the House of Waterford Crystal (Tour Included) before returning to the coastal town of Dungarvan and the Copper Coast route to Tramore with the opportunity to visit the Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Garden Wednesday A short drive to Huntingdon Castle and Gardens. Enjoy a guided tour

Riverside Park Hotel and Leisure Club, Enniscorthy HHHH

This modern, luxurious hotel with a circular stone tower enjoys an enchanting location on the banks of the River Slaney. It boasts a sumptuous interior with a lounge where entertainment is hosted and a promenade bar with views of the river. Leisure facilities include indoor swimming pool. Mobility Grade: 4 – Location reasonably level with isolated steps. Good access throughout for those with mobility issues. Lift to all ﬂoors.

with a family member where we will hear tales of this beautiful castle and gardens. Our day concludes with a visit to the vibrant city of Kilkenny Friday Departing after breakfast we make our way to Dublin for our return sailing, arriving back at Henley during the late evening.

Sun 7Thu 11 Sep 2025 4 Nights | £789

Tour Departs: 7.30am Returns By: 11.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Return Ferry Crossings

) 4 nights half board

) Outlined Excursions

) Dunbrody Famine Ship

) Johnstown Castle & Irish Agricultural Museum

) Tour of Waterford Crystal

) Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Garden

) Huntingdon Castle & Gardens

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £99

Holiday Insurance: £71.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

Woodford

HHHH

Kilkenny

Dunbrody Famine Ship

MAGICAL MAYO

We base our tour in Ballina, the largest town in Co. Mayo, on the banks of the River Moy. From here, explore the rugged landscape of the Wild Atlantic Way, the Wild Nephin National Park and the county’s rich historical heritage dating from prehistoric times to the present.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We board our afternoon sailing to Ireland and then continue to the Westgrove Hotel in Clane, Co Kildare for our dinner and our overnight stay.

Monday We continue the onward journey to Ballina, with a stop at the National Famine Museum at Strokestown, signifying a tragic but fascinating chapter of Irish history. We arrive at the Great National Hotel for our 4-night stay during the afternoon.

Tuesday We visit the Georgian town of Westport before relishing some of Mayo’s most spectacular scenery. Head to Mulranny, perched on the Wild Atlantic Way; up to Corraun with dramatic views across to Achill Island. We loop back to Mulranny and the Claggan Mountain Coastal Trail for a visit to Ballycroy Visitors Centre and the unspoilt wilderness of Wild Nephin National Park

The Hotel Great National is a luxurious 4-star hotel on the Dublin road in Ballina Co Mayo, a few minutes’ drive from Ballina town. This contemporary 87 bedroomed hotel is in an excellent location for exploring Co Mayo and the Wild Atlantic Way. The hotel also offers a 20 meter swimming pool, fully equipped gymnasium & Spa.

Wednesday Today we join a local coach where our guide for the day brings the heritage of Co. Mayo to life. See the Killala Roundtower and the remarkable Céide Fields overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Visit Belmullet, along the impressive coast with sandy beaches before heading back to Ballina via Bangor Erris, on the banks of the Owenmore River.

Thursday Today we visit Foxford Woollen Mill, founded in 1892 by an Irish nun, with an introduction to a century of manufacturing and craftsmanship. Take time to browse before visiting the National Museum of Ireland. Here, immerse yourself in Ireland’s rural past but recent way of life and the Victorian Gothic mansion which overlooks gardens and parkland.

Friday We travel to Dublin with an afternoon at leisure before continuing to the City North Hotel for dinner and our overnight stay.

Saturday Breakfast today is included on board our return Irish Ferries sailing to Holyhead then we continue homeward.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Return Ferry Crossings

) 6 nights half board

) Outlined Excursions

) Guided Tour of Strokestown Park House and National Famine Museum

) Visit to Ballycroy Visitors Centre

) Guide for Full Day Excursion

) Introductory Talk at Foxford Woollen Mill

) Visit to National Museum of Ireland – Country Life Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £209

Mobility Grade: 4 – Location reasonably level with isolated steps. Good access throughout for those with mobility issues. Lift to all ﬂoors. Sun 24Sat 30 Aug 2025 6 Nights | £1179 Tour Departs: 7.30am Returns By: 5.30pm

Holiday Insurance: £81.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

Great National Hotel, Ballina HHHH

National Museum of Ireland

CONNEMARA, GALWAY & WESTPORT

See County Galway, the Connemara National Park and Westport from our base in Clifden. With its spectacular scenery and emerging reputation as the West’s ‘Gourmet Capital’, this is a wonderful base from which to explore.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We drive north to Holyhead and our ferry to Dublin. We continue to our overnight stay at the Bloomﬁeld House Hotel, Mullingar

Monday We travel across Ireland, pausing at thriving Galway for time at leisure before making our way to the Station House Hotel, Clifden, our base for the next 4 nights.

Tuesday Today we journey north for an included tour of Westport House. Built in 1730, the house boasts original architecture within a superb parkland setting including a lake, terraces, waterfalls and magniﬁcent views of Ireland's holy mountain, Croagh Patrick. The rest of the day is free to explore the pretty town of Westport, situated on the shores of Clew Bay.

The Clifden Station House Hotel

The Clifden Station House is a modern hotel set around the old Clifden Railway Station. More than 60 years ago the last Steam Train departed from Clifden to Galway. Today the Railway Station, its Station House Platform and Engine House have been magniﬁcently restored and transformed into The Clifden Station House & Courtyard. The hotel also has a leisure centre & indoor swimming pool.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Located a short walk from the town centre, the location reasonably level. Lift to all ﬂoors.

Wednesday After breakfast today we will board the coach and make our way to Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden. The dramatic landscape and iconic image of a gothic castle reﬂected in a Connemara Lake has made Kylemore Abbey world-famous and it is now the largest tourist attraction in the west of Ireland. Later, there is free time in the bustling coastal town of Clifden – often referred to as the ‘Capital of Connemara’.

Thursday We travel through the Connemara National Park and witness the dramatic scenery of the Twelve Bens Mountain range before arrival at Glen Keen Farm where you will be treated to a sheep herding demonstration, traditional Irish music and refreshments. On then to Killary where we include a delightful cruise along Killary Fjord, enjoying 9 miles of uninterrupted views of some of the ﬁnest scenery in the west of Ireland.

Friday Departing Clifden we enjoy a guided tour of the Celtic Crystal Visitor Centre in Moycullen. Following this visit, head east, checking into the Clayton Hotel, Leopardstown near Dublin for our overnight stay.

Saturday Breakfast today is included on board our return sailing to Holyhead then we continue homeward.

Sun 11Sat 17 May 2025 6 Nights | £1239

Tour Departs: 7.30am

Returns By: 5.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Return Ferry Sailings

) 6 nights half board

) Outlined Excursions

) Guided Tour of Westport House Estate

) Entrance of Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Garden

) Sheep Herding & Refreshments at Glen Keen Farm

) Killary Cruise

) Guided Tour of the Celtic Crystal Visitors Centre Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £187

Holiday Insurance: £81.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

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Kylemore Abbey

Connemara National Park

IRELAND’S COAST TO COAST Waterford

& Ennistymon

This two-centered coast to coast tour explores both the south east and west of Ireland, including Waterford, Kilkenny, Foynes Flying Boat Museum and Galway.

7 Nights

Holiday Itinerary

Friday We board the ferry from South Wales to Rosslare and continue for our 3-night stay at the 3-star Dooley’s Hotel in Waterford. A welcome drink and dinner are included tonight.

Saturday We head to the well-preserved medieval town of Kilkenny, overlooking the River Nore. The Kilkenny Road Train is the best way to explore, so sit back and relax as it makes its way through the narrow streets to reveal the abbey, cathedral and other highlights.

Sunday A free day to explore Waterford, the oldest city in Ireland, founded by the Vikings and home to the world-famous Crystal Factory and the Museum of Treasures.

Monday Today, we travel to the West Coast of Ireland. Enjoy a visit to the Foynes Flying Boat Museum, which recalls the nostalgic era when Foynes became the centre of the aviation world between 1937 and 1945, followed by an Irish coffee. Continue to the Falls Hotel, Ennistymon for the next 3 nights where you have a drink with dinner.

Dooley’s Hotel This is a very popular 3-star family-run hotel in the centre of Waterford with 113 Bedrooms & Lift.

The Falls Hotel This 4-star former manor house overlooking the river. And offers 144 Bedrooms & Lift.

Our ﬁnal night will be at The Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise –4 star centrally located hotel with 115 bedrooms, indoor pool and lift.

Tuesday Today’s excursion takes us to the magniﬁcent Cliffs of Moher which tower dramatically over the west County Clare coast. Here we visit the award-winning Visitor Centre where the story of the cliffs is brought to life. We continue via Doolin to The Burren, and then enjoy a scenic coastal drive around Black Head and Ballyvaughan Bay

Wednesday A morning excursion to the Burren Visitors Centre followed by a visit to the charming city of Galway.

Thursday Departing our hotel, travel east via Limerick to Portlaoise and our ﬁnal night at the Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise (4-Star).

Friday Breakfast today is included on board our return sailing to Holyhead then we continue homeward.

Fri 19Fri 26 Sep 2025

7 Nights | £1295

Tour Departs: 7.15am Returns By: 5.30pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Return Ferry Sailings

) 7 nights half board

) Entertainment on two evenings (1 in Waterford & 1 in Ennistymon

) One free drink per person with dinner on ﬁrst evening (at both hotels)

) Kilkenny Road Train

) Foynes Flying Boat Museum including an Irish Coffee

) Cliffs of Moher Visitors Centre

) The Burren Visitors Centre Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £187

Holiday Insurance: £81.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

Cliffs of Moher

Kilkenny Road Train

IRELAND’S EMERALD ISLE

Highlights of Co Clare & Co Limerick

A superb hotel near the pretty village of Adare, County Limerick creates a fantastic base for this tour. A wealth of attractions and excursions are available in this area including the wonderful heritage village of Adare, the famous Bunratty Folk Park and the spectacular Cliffs of Moher via the River Shannon.

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday We drive north to Holyhead and our ferry to Dublin. We continue to our overnight stay at the Aspect Hotel, Nr Dublin

Sunday We journey south west via Birr Castle, where we can explore the largest formal gardens in Ireland and can view Birr’s famous engineering and astronomical wonder, the 150-year-old Great Telescope! Later, we continue via Limerick to Adare and our base for the next four nights at the Fitzgerald’s Woodlands House Hotel

Monday Considered one of Ireland’s prettiest villages, Adare is the deﬁnition of postcard perfection. Graced with traditional thatched roof cottages, this village is a peek into 19th Century Ireland, and contains some of the ﬁnest and rare examples of religious and medieval history. We continue to Killaloe where we enjoy a leisurely one-hour cruise on lovely Lough Derg

Fitzgerald’s

Situated in beautiful grounds on the edge of the beautiful village of Adare. The hotel, family-owned, has built an enviable reputation due to the excellent facilities and service. Relax in Fitzy’s Bar, enjoy the ﬁne food served in the elegant restaurant and take a dip in the indoor pool, with sauna, Jacuzzi and steam room. One nights entertainment included.

Mobility Grade: 3 – Although the hotel does not have a lift, there are many ground ﬂoor rooms. However, there are a number of steps throughout the hotel, including a step in the bedrooms.

Tuesday Our day commences with a visit to the Foynes Flying Boat Museum which recalls the era from 1939 to 1945 when Foynes was the centre of the aviation world for air traffic between the US and Europe. We continue to Tarbert for the short ferry crossing across the Shannon Estuary to Killimer and then head to the Cliffs of Moher Visitors Experience – A centre that provides superb facilities and panoramic views of the cliffs and Liscannor Bay.

Wednesday Today we visit 15th century Bunratty Castle and the collection of cottages and houses which make up the Folk Park within its grounds.

The charming 'living village' gives a fascinating insight into life in Ireland during the 19th century.

Thursday Departing Adare, it is ‘Not A Long Way to Tipperary’ and we soon discover the wonder of Ireland’s ancient east with landscapes to take your breath away. We pause to view the Rock of Cashel, widely regarded as one of Ireland’s most spectacular sights. Cashel is in the heart of the county of Tipperary and the Rock of Cashel was once known as St. Patrick’s Rock and the Cashel of the Kings. The area and rock are steeped in history dating back to the 5th century. We continue via Clonmel before reaching New Ross for our ﬁnal night at the Brandon House Hotel

Friday Breakfast today is included on board our return sailing to Fishguard then we continue homeward.

Sat 24Fri 30 May 2025

6 Nights | £1269

Tour Departs: 7.30am Returns By: 6.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Return Ferry Sailings

) Outlined Excursions

) Birr Castle

) Lough Derg Cruise

) Foynes Flying Boat Museum

) Cliffs of Moher Visitors Experience

) Bunratty Castle & Folk Park

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £233

Holiday Insurance: £79.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

The

Woodland House Hotel HHHH

Rock of Cashel

Bunratty Castle

CORK COAST & THE RING OF KERRY

The Atlantic Ocean has sculpted southwest Ireland’s coast into spectacular peninsulas, jagged headlands, sheltered bays, sandy beaches and even lovely little islands. On this tour we will explore Ireland’s most famous coast and see the spectacular sights of the Beara Peninsula and the renowned Ring of Kerry.

6 Nights £1259

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We depart cross country to South Wales and the port of Pembroke for the afternoon sailing to Rosslare. Disembarking in Ireland we drive the short distance to our overnight hotel; the 4-star Brandon House Hotel, New Ross for dinner.

Monday After a leisurely breakfast we head west skirting Youghal and Cork, pausing at the Blarney Woollen Mill Centre before continuing to Kenmare and our 3-star hotel – The Kenmare Bay Hotel for dinner and our 4-night stay.

Tuesday This morning we savour the unspoilt landscapes of the Berea Peninsula as we travel over the remote and wild Healy Pass as we head towards Bantry House and Gardens, a family home for the past 300 years with stunning views across Bantry Bay. On then to the coastal town of Glengarriff, where 37-acre Garnish Island is located in the sheltered harbour. Here we take a boat trip to see its famous gardens, typiﬁed by the rich variety of plants, with colours that change with the seasons.

Kenmare Bay Hotel, Kenmare, Co Kerry HHH

Tucked into one of the most picturesque corners in County Kerry, the Kenmare Bay is a perfect holiday retreat, with Kenmare town just a short walk away. The en-suite bedrooms are spacious and maintained to a great standard and are equipped with TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Bay Restaurant, Cosy Courtyard Bar.

Complimentary access to the Bay Health Club offering a swimming pool, steam room, sauna and whirlpool. The hotel has a lift.

Wednesday A morning visit to the popular town of Killarney. We travel by way of the ‘Ring of Kerry’ via Molls Gap with its glorious views of the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks mountains and ‘The Ladies View’ which affords wonderful views of Killarney’s lakes. Maybe take a ride in one of the famous horse drawn Jaunting carts.

Thursday Today we visit Derreen Gardens, a beautiful 19th century woodland garden with paths winding through rare tropical plants and opening onto sea views. The Gardens are set on a peninsula at the head of Kilmackillogue Harbour and surrounded by the Caha Mountains and in total cover some 60 acres. The afternoon is free to relax or explore Kenmare with its independent shops and eateries.

Friday Departing after breakfast we travel via Co Tipperary, pausing in Cashel where we can view the mighty Rock of Cashel set on a dramatic outcrop of limestone. From here we continue to Naas, arriving in time for dinner and our ﬁnal overnight at Lawlor’s Hotel.

Saturday Breakfast today is included on board our return sailing to Holyhead then we continue home.

Sun 15Sat 21 Jun 2025

6 Nights | £1259

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

) Return Ferry Sailings

) 6 nights half board

) Outlined Excursions

) Entrance to Bantry House & Gardens

) Boat Trip to Garnish Island

) Entrance to Derreen Gardens Not included: All lunches

Departs: 7.00am Returns By: 5.30pm Single Room: £216

Insurance: £81.50 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

Killarney

Garnish Island

KILLARNEY & THE RING OF KERRY

Including a 2 Night Dublin Stay

Experience the rich cultural traditions of the vibrant city of Dublin before travelling across the country to Killarney and the Ring of Kerry – a land of constantly changing colours, magnificent landscapes, rugged mountains, imposing valleys, lush green fields, deep blue lakes and long sandy beaches.

Holiday Itinerary

Friday To Holyhead for our crossing to Dublin, then on to the Talbot Hotel, Stillorgan (4-star) for our 2-night stay.

Saturday After breakfast we travel into central Dublin where we meet our city guide for a morning tour of Ireland’s great capital. The afternoon is free for individual sightseeing.

Sunday Departing our hotel we visit the Irish National Stud at Kildare, home to some of Ireland’s most revered thoroughbreds and the adjacent Japanese Gardens. Later we continue via Adare, Ireland’s ‘prettiest village’, with its delightful, thatched cottages before arriving in Killarney for our 4-night stay.

Monday Discover the secrets of the Ring of Kerry, as our guided tour takes us via Killorglin; famed for its annual Puck Fair, to Glenbeigh, with its Bog Village. We continue around the Iveragh Peninsula, ascending Peakeen Mountain, around Moll’s Gap and Ladies View before ﬁnally descending back into Killarney, along the glittering shores of Lough Leane.

Tuesday A day at leisure. Why not enjoy a scenic lake cruise or a jaunting cart ride? Or you may wish to visit Muckross House. The day is all yours!

Wednesday Join us for a guided tour of the stunning Dingle Peninsula. Travelling through ‘Ryan’s Daughter Country’, we will see the wild and beautiful natural scenery as we make our way to the ﬁshing village of Dingle.

Thursday Departing Killarney, we travel to Cobh, where we visit the Queenstown Story. Here, we can retrace the steps of the 2 ½ million Irish people who emigrated from Ireland via Cobh on coffin ships, early steamers and ﬁnally on the great ocean liners. In fact, Cobh was the last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic. Later, we drive to Waterford for our overnight accommodation at the 3-star Dooley’s Hotel.

Plaza Hotel, Killarney HHHH

This stylish hotel is in the centre of Killarney, adjacent to the National Park, and offers excellent facilities including restaurant and piano bar. Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, sauna & spa bath.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality: Flat. Hotel: Lift to all ﬂoors.

Friday Breakfast today is included on board our return Irish Ferries sailing back to Pembroke where upon arrival we continue homeward.

7 Nights | £1285

Tour Departs: 7.30am Returns By: 6.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door service

) Our own courier service

) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

) Return Irish Ferry crossings ) 7 nights half board

) A visit to the Irish National Stud & the Japanese Gardens

) Guided Tours of Dublin, the ‘Ring of Kerry’ and the Dingle Peninsula

) A visit to the Queenstown Story Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £279

Holiday Insurance: £81.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

Due to certain height restrictions on the Ring of Kerry & The Dingle Peninsula we are unable to allocate this tour to one of our Luxury Traveller Coaches.

Killarney

Ring of Kerry

ANDORRA, LOURDES & THE PYRENEES

The principality of Andorra is found in the heart of the Pyrenees. It borders both France and Spain and offers a mix of both cultures. In addition to the stunning landscape, Andorra contains many historic towns and villages as well as one of Europe’s oldest parliaments. Our base is in charming Soldeu. We include local guides for two excursions in addition to a trip on a scenic rack railway. Our tour also visits Lourdes – the world’s leading pilgrimage centre, welcoming over 5 million visitors each year, where you can visit the Sanctuary and the Massabielle Grotto where Our Lady appeared to Saint Bernadette.

10 Nights £1579

Holiday Itinerary

Tuesday We drive to Dover for our short sea crossing to Calais before continuing for dinner and our ﬁrst overnight at the Ibis Hotel, Orleans Foch at Orleans

Wednesday Heading south, we call at the ‘ghost’ town of Oradour-sur-Glane, which has been left untouched as a forever silent monument, since 1944 when the Nazis executed over 600 inhabitants and set ﬁre to the town. Stroll the empty streets, see the old burnt-out cars, visit the museum and watch the 12-minute ﬁlm – a very thought-provoking experience. We continue in the afternoon to The Hotel Chartreuse, Cahors for dinner and our overnight stay.

Thursday Today we head to Lourdes arriving early afternoon at the centrally located Mercure Hotel. Here you can visit the Sanctuaries of Our Lady of Lourdes, a 52-hectare domain with 22 places of worship and visit the three Basilicas. It may be possible to bathe in the waters from the famous spring, believed to hold miraculous healing properties or take part in the stations of the Cross along the banks of the Gave du Pau River, and the torchlit procession held in the Sanctuaries each evening.

Tue Ibis Hotel, Orleans Foch (3-star)

Wed Hotel Chartreuse, Cahors (3-star)

Thu Mercure Hotel, Lourdes Centre (4-star)

Fri Tue Piolets Hotel Soldeu Centre (4-star). Our hotel has recently undergone a full refurbishment and offers modern facilities to guests. Located a short walk from the centre of Soldeu, the hotel is close to all the town’s amenities. There is a traditional bar, large restaurant and terrace with spectacular mountain views and a wellness area (local charges apply), 118 bedrooms and lift.

Wed Silken Gran Hotel, Durango (4-star)

Thu Brittany Ferries overnight sailing from Santander to Plymouth

Friday Departing after breakfast we ascend into the Pyrenees for our 5-night stay at the Hotel Piolets, Soldeu, Andorra

Saturday A day at leisure to enjoy the hotel's excellent facilities and explore the village.

Sunday A guide is included today for an excursion through the mountainous countryside around Soldeu. Return to the hotel and in the afternoon continue with the guide to visit the capital, Andorra la Vella

Monday A full day guided excursion into Spain to Ribes de Freser. Here, take the rack railway high into the mountains through the wonderful Vall de Núria

There will be time for refreshments before the return journey by train and coach.

Tuesday Take the short drive to Meritxell and visit the impressive Our Lady of Meritxell Basilica Sanctuary. Situated in beautiful natural surroundings in a sheltered valley, this is the most important religious site in Andorra. Continue across the border to the Spanish town of La Seu d’Urgell for an afternoon visit.

Wednesday Departing Andorra, we pause in fashionable Biarritz before continuing to the Silken Gran Hotel, Durango for dinner and our overnight stay.

Thursday We travel to Santander for the 16.00hrs overnight sailing to Plymouth (Dinner & overnight Cabins included).

Friday Our overnight sailing arrives in Plymouth at 11.15hrs. After disembarkation we are homeward bound.

Tue 23 SepFri 3 Oct 2025

10 Nights | £1579

Tour Departs:

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Outward Dover/Calais sailing

) Overnight dinner, bed & breakfast at the Ibis Hotel, Orleans Foch

) One night dinner, bed & breakfast at the Hotel Chartreuse, Cahors

) One night dinner, bed & breakfast at the Mercure Hotel Lourdes Centre

) 5 nights half board at the Hotel Piolets Soldeu, Andorra

) One night dinner, bed & breakfast at the Silken Gran Hotel, Durango

) Over dinner & cabin accommodation on the Brittany Ferries Santander to Plymouth Sailing (In 2 Berth Inside Upper & Lower Berth Cabins)

) Entrance to Oradour Sur Glane ‘Ghost Town’

) 2 Guided Tours in Andorra

) Return Trip on the Vall de Nuria Railway

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £252

2 Berth Inside Lower Berths £24

(For 2 persons sharing)

2 Berth Outer Lower Berths £40 (For2 persons sharing)

Holiday Insurance: £97.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Passports will be required for this tour

Vall de Nuria

European River Cruise

THE LOIRE VALLEY – A ROYAL LEGACY

The Loire Valley Royal Legacy Classic is a 5-day river cruise that takes passengers through the heart of the Loire Valley. The cruise departs from Nantes and travels south to Ancenis, stopping at some of the most iconic chateaux in the region, including Brissac, Angers, and Saumur. Passengers also can visit the Machines of the Isle of Nantes, a gallery that recreates the imaginary world of the famous writer Jules Verne and admire the shipyard and the Escal'Atlantic in Saint-Nazaire.

7 Nights £2095

MS Loire Princesse (Category 5-Anchor)

The stylish Loire Princess has 48 cabins all located on Decks 1 and 2. The Upper Deck has 30 cabins with sliding panoramic windows and the Main Deck has 18 Cabins with High Windows. Amenities include TV * Bathroom with shower and toilet * Towels * Safe * Independent air-conditioning * Electricity 220V * Wi-Fi. The restaurant is located on the Main Deck and offers panoramic views, where the atmosphere is casual but elegant. Other facilities include Lounge/bar with dance ﬂoor, gift shop, sun deck and library.

CroisiEurope welcomes passengers with reduced mobility and endeavours to facilitate their access to both the facilities on board and on the available excursions. Before booking, they require passengers with reduced mobility to mention their speciﬁc needs, so that they be sure that the cruise is suitable for their needs.

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday We head for Dover and the short sea crossing to France, continuing to Rouen for dinner and our overnight at the Novotel Rouen-Sud

Sunday We continue to Nantes, where we are welcomed on-board our ship at 6.00pm. After comfortably settling into your cabins, you will meet the crew over a welcome cocktail before dinner. The ship then sails towards Saint-Nazaire

Monday Todays optional Excursions include a tour of Saint Nazaire – Visit Escal'Atlantic, a museum that explores the historic ocean liner experience, and the Saint Nazaire shipyard, one of the largest shipyards in Europe (This excursion must be booked in advance) In the evening, join us on an optional excursion for a cruise on the Erdre River, one of the most beautiful in France. Our ship sails to Nantes

Tuesday There are a number of optional excursions opportunities today including a Guided tour of Nantes and the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany. Nantes and the Machines de l’Île including the cities secret courtyards and covered passageways. In the afternoon there is a classic Muscadet Wine Route excursion or for the more adventurous a helicopter ride over the Loire Valley.(Excursions must be booked in advance). Our ship sails to Ancenis

Wednesday We cruise towards Chalonnes-sur-Loire. Join us for the optional excursions to Angers or the Brissac Castle with its cellars, complete with a wine tasting session. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

Thursday Join us on a full day included excursion to discover the Castles of the Loire Valley. Tonight's our gala dinner and evening. Our ship will start sailing towards Nantes

Friday Enjoy one last buffet breakfast before disembarking at 10.00am, where we continue by coach to Caen for dinner and overnight accommodation at the Novotel Caen Cote de Nacre

Saturday To Calais and homeward bound.

Sat 28 JunSat 5 Jul 2025

7 Nights | £2095

Tour Departs: 5.00am Returns By: 9.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Return Dover/Calais Sailings

) Overnight half board hotel accommodation on Day 1 & Day 7

) 5 nights full board cruise from dinner on Day 2 to breakfast buffet on Day 7 (In ‘Main Deck’ cabins)

) Welcome Cocktail

) All cruise meals are served in one service. Breakfast is buffet style, and lunch and dinner are served at the table

) The cruise also includes an All-inclusive drinks package, Wi-Fi & Port Taxes

) Headsets are included for excursions

Not Included: Lunches on days 1 & 8

Single Occupancy: £692

Upper Deck Cabin: £189

Upper Deck Cabin for Sole Use: £378

Holiday Insurance: £81.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Passports will be required for this tour

Saint-Nazaire

Chateau de Chaumont

European River

THE VALLEY OF THE ROMANTIC RHINE

The Moselle & Main with…

Discover breathtaking landscapes along 3 rivers: the romantic Rhine valley, the Moselle and the Main. Impressive and unforgettable, our cruise will let you discover unmissable cities, from old Strasbourg to the Cochem castle, via the Frankfurt Main Tower, the Niederwald monument and Heidelberg.

8 Nights £2079

MS Gerard Schmitter (Category 5-Anchor)

The ‘Gerard Schmitter’ is a Premium 3-deck river cruise ship equipped with all the latest technology, with a capacity of 176 passengers in 88 double/twin cabins. The cabins are very spacious and tastefully decorated with the option of double or single beds. An en-suite is provided with shower, W.C. and a hairdryer. For extra comfort in the summer season the ship comes airconditioning. For your entertainment a satellite TV and radio are provided for you to use at your leisure. Amenities include Restaurant with panoramic views, lounge/bar with dance ﬂoor, large sundeck and gift shop. CroisiEurope welcomes passengers with reduced mobility and endeavours to facilitate their access to both the facilities on board and on the available excursions. Before booking, they require passengers with reduced mobility to mention their speciﬁc needs, so that they be sure that the cruise is suitable for their needs.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We head for Dover and the short sea crossing to France, continuing to Liege for dinner and our overnight at the Globales Post Hotel

Tuesday We continue to Strasbourg where we are welcomed on-board our ship at 6.00pm. After comfortably settling into your cabins, you will meet the crew over a welcome cocktail before dinner. The ship then sails through the night to Frankfurt

Wednesday Todays optional Excursions include a guided tour of Frankfurt and a Panoramic tour of Frankfurt and ascent of the Main Tower. Back on board, enjoy entertainment as our ship sails through the night.

Thursday The morning is spent cruising, before proposed Optional Excursions to Cochem Castle or Panoramic Hiking in Cochem.

Friday In the morning, our ship will sail on the Moselle. In the afternoon, explore the old city of Koblenz in the company of our cruise hostess. Back on board.

Saturday In the morning, our ship will sail to Rüdesheim. Join us for the optional excursions including the small train stopping at a wine tasting cellar, followed by a visit to the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments or Hiking through the vineyards in Rüdesheim.

Sunday In the morning, our ship will sail towards Mannheim. Join us on an optional excursion of Heidelberg with a visit to the castle and the old city.

Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.

Monday Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking in Strasbourg at 9.00am, where we continue by coach to Reims for dinner and overnight accommodation at the Mercure Hotel Reims Parc des Expositions Tuesday To Calais and homeward bound.

Mon 11Tue 19 Aug 2025 8 Nights | £2079

Tour Departs: 5.00am Returns By: 9.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Return Dover/Calais sailings

) Overnight half board hotel accommodation on Day 1 & Day 7

) 6 nights full board cruise from dinner on Day 2 to breakfast buffet on Day 8 (In ‘Main Deck’ cabins

) Welcome Cocktail

) All cruise meals are served in one service. Breakfast is buffet style, and lunch and dinner are served at the table

) Wi-Fi & port taxes

) Headsets are included for excursions

Not Included: Lunches on Days 1 & 8

Single Occupancy: £581

Middle Deck Cabin £134

Middle Deck Cabin for Sole Use: £268

Upper Deck Cabin £153

Upper Deck Cabin for Sole Use: £306

Holiday Insurance: £81.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Passports will be required for this tour

Koblenz

Heidelberg

VERSAILLES & A CANDLELIT CHATEAUX

A WEEKEND IN ROUEN & The Normandy Coast

4 Nights

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday To Dover for our sailing to Calais. We continue to Paris and our 4night stay at the Novotel Saclay.

Friday Today we visit the Chateau and gardens of Versailles. We include a guided tour of the interior and time to stroll at leisure through the stunning formal gardens.

On this popular tour we visit two of France’s most stunning chateaux, along with a visit to Monets Gardens. Thu 10Mon 14 Jul 2025 4 Nights | £898

Saturday A morning at leisure with lunch at our hotel before boarding our coach to visit Chateau de Vaux-leVicomte – a 17th century, privately owned masterpiece. To add a touch of ‘romance,’ our visit, will be via candlelight, creating a unique and memorable experience.

Sunday A lunchtime entrance to Monet’s Garden at Giverny. The perspectives, symmetries and colours of the ﬂower garden and water garden were the inspiration for some of his most famous works.

This modern hotel has been built around a renovated farmhouse and courtyard and is in the countryside south of Paris. 139 bedrooms, restaurant, lounge/bar. Outdoor pool & large terrace area.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Stepped entrance with ramp access. Good access through. Ground ﬂoor rooms available. Lift available.

This tour takes us on a journey of the dramatic Normandy coastline, with a guided tour and tasting at the impressive Palais Bénédictine. We also enjoy the city of Rouen complete with its cobbled streets, magnificent cathedra; and the historic Gros Horloge clock.

Monday We return to Calais for the ferry sailing to Dover, returning home during the evening.

3 Nights

Tour Departs: 5.00am Returns By: 9.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Welcome Drink upon arrival

) 4 nights half board (Set meal on ﬁrst night then three nights with buffet menu choice –Note, lunch replaces dinner on Day 3)

) Return Dover/Calais Ferry Crossings

) Outlined Excursions

) Guided Tour of Versailles

) Candlelit visit to Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte

) Entrance to Monet’s Gardens, Giverny

Not Included: 4 lunches & 1 evening meal

Single Room: £164

Holiday Insurance: £71.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Passports will be required for this tour

Holiday Itinerary

Friday To Dover for our sailing to Calais. We continue to Rouen and our 3-night stay at the centrally located Radisson Blu Hotel.

Saturday Today we see the dramatic coastline to the north of Rouen, between Fécamp and Etretat. Fécamp stands in a dramatic location along the Alabaster Coast and is surrounded by the tallest cliffs in Normandy. We visit the Benedictine Palace for a guided tour and tasting of where the now famous Bénédictine liqueur was invented. We then continue to Etretat and it’s he magniﬁcent cliffs, one of Normandy’s most popular tourist spots.

Sunday We spend this morning in Rouen, exploring the many small streets. We have time to explore the medieval cobbled streets and to admire the half-

The Radisson Blu Hotel, Rouen Centre HHHH

Set in front of the Tour de Jeanne d ’Arc, a short stroll will take you to many of Rouen’s other famed attractions, such as the Cathedrale Notre Dame and the famous Great Clock. We are also very conveniently located close to many of the area’s lively shops, cafes and restaurants. The 98 bedrooms are all well-equipped with some having balcony & terrace. Restaurant, bar and lounge.

timbered houses, Gothic monuments and the magniﬁcent Gros Horloge (Great Clock). We also see the Market Square where Joan of Arc was executed in 1431. Monday Departing after breakfast we pause at the Etaples Military Cemetery – the largest CWGC Cemetery in France, containing 10,771 Commonwealth burials from WW1. Later, we return to Calais for the ferry to Dover and homeward bound.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Welcome Drink upon arrival

) 3 nights continental buffet breakfast

) Return Dover/Calais Ferry Crossings

) Outlined Excursions

) The Benedictine Palais at Encamp with Guided Tour and Tasting

Not Included: All dinners & lunches Fri 17-Mon 20 Oct 2025 3 Nights | £698 Tour Departs: 5.00am Returns By: 9.00pm

Single Room: £258

Holiday Insurance: £71.50 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Passports will be required for this tour

Novotel Saclay, Saclay, South West Paris HHHH

Palace of Versailles Rouen

PINING FOR ANNECY & THE FRENCH ALPS

With a beautiful position in the French Alps in the high alpine resort of La Clusaz, this itinerary covers the beautiful resorts of Chamonix, Annecy and the chic lakeside spa town of Evian.

7 Nights £1395

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday We drive to Dover for the short Channel crossing to Calais. Upon arrival, we proceed to Laon for our overnight stay at the Ibis Hotel. (Dinner tonight will be a set 3-course menu and includes tea/coffee).

Sunday Continuing through the Champagne Region of France we journey south to the heart of the French Alps for ﬁve nights in the mountain village of La Clusaz

Monday Today we enjoy a day at leisure in our resort. Monday is market day, so we can browse the delightful alpine market in the morning. In the afternoon we can relax in the town or, you might decide to take one of the numerous gondolas or chairlifts to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the mountains.

Sat 31 MaySat 7 Jun 2025

7 Nights | £1395 Tour Departs: 5.30am Returns By: 9.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Return Dover/Calais sailings

Tuesday This morning we embark on an excursion to Annecy. Often described as the ‘Venice of the Alps’, this beautiful lakeside town is blessed with charming canals and narrow streets waiting to be explored. On Tuesday these canals and streets are lined with a bustling market. Our 90-minute guided walking tour gives us an insight into the history of this popular summer resort. Afterwards, we have some free time for lunch in one of the many waterside restaurants, before we enjoy a 1-hour circular cruise on the lake itself in the afternoon.

Hotel Alpen Roc, La Clusaz, French Alps HHH

Nestled in the mountains between Chamonix and Annecy, you will ﬁnd Hotel Alpen Roc, located in the centre of La Clusaz, with the main shopping street and cable car within easy walking distance. The hotel is decorated in a wooden chalet style throughout.

On the ground floor you will find a large restaurant serving a fabulous buffet. The first floor is home to an open plan bar with an open fire in middle of room. The 108 traditionally furnished bedrooms are equipped with a TV, hairdryer and safe. There is also a sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and indoor swimming pool. • Ground floor rooms • Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Leisure facilities.

Wednesday Today we journey to the chic mountain resort of Chamonix. We spend the day here enjoying the relaxing town centre and taking in the numerous sights, including the impressive Aiguille du Midi. After free time for lunch in the town, we board the Train du Montenvers for our return journey up to view the impressive glacier known as the Mer de Glace. Departing from Chamonix, this famous rack and pinion railway brings us to the Montenvers site at 1,913 metres for an imposing panorama of the Mer de Glace glacier. At the summit, we can descend via cable car and walk within the glacier itself. (Please note: this requires a signiﬁcant number of steps and is not suitable for those with walking difficulties). In addition, we can visit the museum at the summit known as the Glacorium which charts the evolution of the glacier over the centuries.

Thursday Today we drive through the majestic Alps to the lakeside spa town of Evian – famous for its mineral water – where we spend some time at leisure. We then travel to the lakeside village of Yvoire on the shores of magniﬁcent Lake Geneva. This charming medieval village has hardly changed over the centuries, with beautifully decorated houses and gardens, and lots of shops and cafés to explore. We take a circular cruise on Lake Geneva from Yvoire’s pretty port

Friday After breakfast, we return north to Reims for our ﬁnal night at the Mercure Reims Parc des Expositions Hotel

Saturday Departing Laon, we return to Calais for our sailing to Dover, returning to Henley during the evening.

) First night dinner, bed & breakfast at the Ibis Hotel, Laon

) 5 Nights half board at the Hotel Alpen Roc, La Clusaz – Buffet style dinners with choice ) Unlimited drinks – Selected Beers, wines, spirits, soft drinks & tea/coffee daily from 10.00am-11.00pm

) 90-minute Guided Walking Tour of Annecy

) 1-hour circular Cruise of Lake Annecy

) Return Journey on the Montenvers Glacier Train, including Glacier Visit

) 1-hour circular Cruise on Lake Geneva from Yvoire

) Final night, dinner bed & breakfast at the Mercure Reims Parc des Expositions Hotel

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £305

Holiday Insurance: £79.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Passports will be required for this tour

Annecy

Yvoire

BULBFIELDS & WINDMILLS OF HOLLAND

This delightful short break not only gives you a chance to view the thousands of acres of magnificent flowering bulbs, but also includes a visit to the incredible Keukenhof Gardens, a truly wonderful experience for flower lovers and gardeners alike – the Gardens cover some 60 acres of floral displays in a magnificent, landscaped setting.

4 Nights from

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday To Dover for the ferry to Calais then across Belgium and into Holland, arriving at our hotel in time for dinner. Friday Following breakfast we travel to the famous Keukenhof Gardens. We'll spend the morning here, giving plenty of time for strolling at leisure through the gardens, greenhouses and set pieces. In the afternoon, there is free time to explore or maybe take a ride on one of the ‘whisper boats’, which are almost silent as they sail through the beautiful bulb landscape.

der Valk Hotel, Breukelen HHHH

Van der Valk Breukelen is a 4-star hotel that is centrally located between Utrecht and Amsterdam.

The hotel offers 233 luxurious rooms and suites. Each room being equipped with standard facilities including a ﬂat-screen TV and a seating area. Every morning you can enjoy an extensive breakfast buffet with fresh eggs, omelettes and pancakes. The hotel also offers a bar and a restaurant with an international kitchen. 24-hr front desk with currency exchange available. Faculties include an indoor pool with the wellness centre also including a Turkish bath and an aroma shower.

Mobility Grade: 4 – Location is level. Hotel is level, wheelchair accessible and has a lift to all ﬂoors.

Saturday The ‘historic triangle’ of Enkhuizen, Medemblik and Hoorn is located just above Amsterdam. Here, we enjoy a steamboat ride around the Ijsselmeer coast to Medemblik (Light refreshments –Tea/coffee & Apple Pie included), before taking a fascinating ride by historical steam tram to Hoorn. We also visit the museum at Hoorn, to learn something of the history and development of the Dutch steam tram from 1879 to 1966.

Sunday Today we take a fascinating visit through the colourful windmills of Zaanse Schans. Zaanse Schans is full of traditional green timbered houses and warehouses which perfectly embody the picture-perfect landscapes for which Holland is known. This is a free admission where we can discover local specialities including a cheese farm, wooden shoe workshops, pewter foundry and a bakery museum.(Other attractions may include a separate admission which is down to the individual’s discretion and payable direct on the day). Also, there is free time to discover the delightful coastal resort town of Volendam

Monday Leaving our hotel we make our way back to Calais and our ferry to Dover and home.

Thu 10-Mon 14 April 2025

4 Nights | £915 Thu 17-Mon 21 April 2025

4 Nights | £915

Tour Departs: 5.30am Returns By: 9.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot & cold drinks and snacks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) Return Dover to Calais ferry crossing

) 4 nights half board – Please note that it will be a set dinner on arrival day. Hot & Cold Buffet breakfasts, 3-Course

Dinners – Fixed starter & Dessert with choice on main course. A complimentary glass of draft beer, house wine or soft drink will be provided each night

) Outlined Excursions

) Admission to Keukenhof Gardens

) Historical Steamboat and Steam Tram ride (Inc. Light Refreshments)

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £216

Holiday Insurance: £69.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Passports will be required for this tour

Van

Keukenhof Gardens

£915

Zaanse Schans

SWISS ALPS & THE BERNINA EXPRESS

This excellent tour is based at the wonderful Central Sporthotel in Davos. We include a journey on the breathtaking Bernina Express railway from Filisur, high into the alps and past lakes and glaciers to travel across the border to Tirano, Italy. Also included in Davos is a ‘Davos/Klosters Card’ which provides discounts on local transport, cable cars and mountain railways – perfect for when you have your day at leisure!

7 Nights £1389

Bernina Express

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday We drive to Dover for the short Channel crossing to Calais. Upon arrival, we continue to the Mercure Hotel, Metz Centre for dinner and our overnight stay.

Sunday Continue into Switzerland to the popular high Alpine resort of Davos, for a 5-night stay.

Monday A full day at leisure. The included ‘Davos/Klosters Card’ provides discounted travel on local transport and we suggest a trip on the Schatzalp Mountain Railway for lunch in the panoramic restaurant followed by a visit to the Alpine Garden.

Tuesday Travel to Klosters, winter holiday destination for the Royal Family, and then on to Chur. This charming, historic town has cobbled streets, secret courtyards and a large cathedral. After free time for exploring, we return to Davos via Thusis and Frauenkirch

Wednesday We take the local train from Davos to Filisur using the Davos Card, then board the Bernina Express Railway and travel to Italy. See lakes, gorges and glaciers as well as a series of loops and tunnels that make this one of Europe’s greatest train journeys. In Tirano rejoin the coach and return to Davos via the Bernina Pass

Thursday A morning excursion to St. Moritz. Elegant and chic, it lies in the middle of a lake-dotted landscape and offers one of the sunniest climates in all of Switzerland. Return to Davos for an afternoon at leisure.

Friday Depart Davos and travel on to Metz in France arriving in time for dinner and our overnight stay at the Mercure Metz Centre.

The Central Sporthotel, Davos, Switzerland HHHH

Saturday Departing Metz, we return to Calais for our sailing to Dover, returning to Henley during the evening.

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

An elegant 4-star hotel with an excellent central, yet quiet, position in the centre of Davos Platz. 97 comfortable and spacious bedrooms are equipped with balconies. The hotel has a restaurant, bar and indoor pool. Sat 13Sat 20 Sep 2025 7 Nights | £1389

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Return Dover/Calais sailings

) First & last night dinner, bed & breakfast at the Mercure Hotel, Metz Centre

) 5 nights half board at the Central Sporthotel in Davos with, buffet breakfast. Welcome drink with set meal on our arrival night then 4 x 3 course choice dinners. One dinner will be a traditional Swiss Farmers buffet style meal

) Local discounts available with the Davos/Klosters Card

) Return Schatzalp Mountain Railway journey

) Bernina Express train Filisur to Tirano

Not Included: All lunches

Departs: 5.00am Returns By: 9.00pm Single Room: £182 Holiday Insurance: £81.50 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Passports will be required for this tour

Chur

AUSTRIA – ST. ANTON, HIGH ALPS EXPLORER

Explore the many highlights of the Tyrol and Austria’s Alpine region on this tour based in the resort of St. Anton. It is famous for its majestic and spectacular mountain landscape, lush green meadows and crisp mountain air. Highlights of our tour include visits to Innsbruck and the opulence of Swarovski Crystal World. We also visit Liechtenstein and its capital Vaduz.

7 Nights

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday We drive to Dover for the short Channel crossing to Calais. Upon arrival, we continue to the Mercure Hotel, Metz Centre for dinner and our overnight stay.

Sunday Continue into Austria arriving in St. Anton am Arlberg, for our 5-night stay.

Monday A full day at leisure in St. Anton. There's lots to do in the village and it's possible to take a cable car into the mountains to enjoy lunch and stunning views.

Tuesday Full day to Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol where we have a guided tour so you can see the main sights including the historic old town with its legendary Golden Roof, the Hofburg, former imperial residence of the ruling Habsburgs and pretty Maria Thereisenstraße. We continue to Wattens and the fabulous Swarovski Crystal World that celebrates the iconic crystal manufacturing of the region and is one of Austria’s most popular attractions.

Wednesday We include a short Tour over the Arlberg Pass to show you the spectacular view from St. Christoph and the exclusive resorts of Zürs and Lech.

Thursday Today we visit the tiny principality of Liechtenstein, the fourth smallest country in Europe, Squeezed tightly between Austria and Switzerland, we visit the capital city Vaduz, which offers a variety of cultural sights as well – the museum of art, the state museum, the postal museum and the art gallery Engländerbau – which offer a peek into the diversity of the principality.

Friday Depart Austria, travel through Switzerland, Germany and into France for dinner and our overnight stay at the Mercure Hotel Metz Centre

The Sporthotel, St. Anton am Arlberg, Austria HHHH

The Sporthotel is centrally situated and has over 50 bedrooms, all with private facilities, hairdryer, TV and telephone. there is a lounge area, bar, restaurant and outdoor cafe. The hotel also has a leisure centre including an indoor swimming pool and passenger lift serving all ﬂoors.

Saturday Departing Metz, we return to Calais for our sailing to Dover, returning to Henley during the evening.

Sat 6Sat 13 Sep 2025

7 Nights | £1269

Tour Departs: 5.00am Returns By: 9.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Return Dover/Calais sailings

) First & last night dinner, bed & breakfast at the Mercure Hotel, Metz Centre

) 5 nights half board at the Sporthotel, St. Anton with, buffet breakfast. Welcome drink with set meal on our arrival night then 4 x 3 course choice dinners.

) St. Anton Card which offers free use of cable cars in your resort

) Music evening with pianist

) Guided Tour of Innsbruck

) Entrance to Swarovski

Crystal World

) Guided Tour of Vaduz

Not Included: All lunches

Single Occupancy: £79 (Within Allocation)

Holiday Insurance: £81.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Passports will be required for this tour

Vaduz – Liechtenstein

Innsbruck

ITALY - LAKE MAGGIORE & LAKE COMO

Peaceful and serene, Lake Maggiore straddles both Italy and Switzerland, and basks elegantly against the snowy backdrop of the Swiss Alps. Ideally positioned in the beautiful lakeside resort of Stresa, our excellent choice of hotel makes a great base for touring this stunning region. Experience a blend of the highlights on offer, including a visit to elegant Lake Como, plus wonderful rail and boat journeys offering unforgettable lake vistas!

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We drive to Dover for the short Channel crossing to Calais. Upon arrival, we continue to the Novotel Lille Aéroport for dinner and our overnight stay.

Tuesday Our journey south continues through Belgium and France to the Ibis Hotel, Strasbourg Centre, where we arrive in time for dinner.

Wednesday Continuing through Switzerland, we arrive at the Astoria Hotel in Stresa, overlooking the shimmering waters of Lake Maggiore in the afternoon – Our base for the next 5-nights.

Thursday We enjoy a leisurely day visiting the stunning Borromean Islands, located just offshore from the centre of Stresa. It is a short stroll from our hotel to the boat landing station where we take the boat out to Isola Bella, which houses a beautiful stately home and elegant Italianate gardens, before we continue by boat to Isola dei Pescatori (Fishermen’s Island), the only island which is currently inhabited.

Friday Lovely Lake Como is Italy’s third largest lake and mixes natural beauty with a spot of glamour, being popular with aristocrats and celebrities alike. We drive along its shores which are dotted with exquisite villas, pretty towns and resorts as we make our way to Menaggio, on the western shores of the lake. Here we have time to stroll around the town’s picturesque streets and atmospheric Piazza Garibaldi which leads down to the bustling harbour and elegant lakeside promenade. There are medieval churches, the remains of the fortifying Roman walls, delightful shops and welcoming cafés to discover.

This welcoming 4-star hotel is efficiently run and managed by the Mariani family. Its excellent location is directly on the promenade just a few minutes’ stroll from the lovely centre of Stresa. Comfortably furnished with spacious public areas, the main restaurant is attractive and overlooks the lake and its islands. Facilities include a pleasant bar, an outdoor swimming pool and beautiful gardens, while all 100 bedrooms include a TV and hairdryer. * Lift * Bar * Restaurant * Leisure facilities

Saturday Today we enjoy a wonderful full day excursion with a scenic journey on the magical Lake Maggiore Express by rail and boat, taking in the full beauty of this spectacular region along the way. We start with a rail journey from Stresa to Domodossola, at which point we change onto the scenic high-level railway, the Centovalli, which takes us through the mountains and down to Locarno, a bustling town on the Swiss shores of Lake Maggiore. After enjoying the fabulous views en-route, we have time to relax before taking a boat ride from this Swiss corner of Lake Maggiore back down to Stresa.

Sunday Today we enjoy a leisurely day out, getting closer to the glorious mountains we see all around us, as we head to the delightful Alpine village of Macugnaga. A lovely scenic drive beckons as we wind our way to the foot of Europe’s second highest mountain, Monte Rosa to arrive at our pretty destination. Macugnaga has an authentic charm with its narrow streets, choice of eateries and views, as well as a few museums for the curious. Fresh Alpine air, mountain scenery and traditional Italian allure combine to make this the perfect relaxing day to complete our holiday.

Monday Departing Italy we journey north through Switzerland into France and our penultimate night at the Ibis Hotel, Dijon Gare

Tuesday Our leisurely drive home continues as we drive to the Mercure Hotel, Reims Parc des Expositions for dinner and our ﬁnal night of this delightful tour. Wednesday Departing Reims, we return to Calais for our sailing to Dover, returning to Henley during the evening.

Mon 9Wed 18 Jun 2025

9 Nights | £1689

Tour Departs: 6.00am Returns By: 9.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Return Dover/Calais sailings

) 9 nights half board

) Outward overnights at the Novotel, Lille Aéroport & Ibis Strasbourg Centre

) 5 nights at the Astoria Hotel, Stresa on Lake Maggiore

) Return overnights at the Ibis Hotel, Dijon Gare & Mercure Hotel Reims Parc des Expositions

) Outlined Excursions

) Boat rides to Isola Bella & Isola dei Pescatori

) Lak Maggiore Express Train & Boat Rides to Locarno

Not Included: All lunches

Single Occupancy: £290 (Within Allocation) Lake View in Stressa (Twin/Double Occupancy) £57.50 Lake View in Stressa (Sole Occupancy £112.50 Holiday Insurance: £81.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Passports will be required for this tour

Astoria Hotel, Stresa, Lake Maggiore HHHH

Isola Bella

LAKE BLED & THE LAKES & CAVES OF SLOVENIA

Prepare to be blown away by the sights and scenery of this Slovenia tour. Apart from being based in Lake Bled, with the serenity and quiet of our surroundings, we have included visits to the country’s capital, Ljubljana, the home of the world-famous Lipizzaner white horses and stunning visits to the Postojna Caves Park and Lake Bohinj to access the views from the summit of Mount Vogel – sights and scenery galore!

Holiday Itinerary

Friday We drive to Dover for the short Channel crossing to Calais. Upon arrival, we continue to the Globales Post Hotel, Liege for dinner and our overnight stay.

Saturday Our journey continues into Germany to the town of Ulm, where our overnight half board is at the 3-star Seligweiler Hotel

Sunday We skirt Munich and Salzburg, before crossing through Austria into Slovenia, arriving in the afternoon at the Park Hotel on Lake Bled for dinner and our 5-night stay.

Monday We spend the day at leisure in Bled, settling into our accommodation and enjoying our surroundings.

Located in a stunning position overlooking the tranquillity of Lake Bled, this 4-star hotel is steps away from Bled’s shops, restaurants and bars. Water and forest are key to the hotel’s modern decor making it sit naturally within its surroundings, with gorgeous views of woods and lake all around. All 218 spacious bedrooms are well-decorated and equipped with a TV, hairdryer, balconies and air-conditioning. The leisure facilities, terraces, bar and restaurant are spacious and offer spectacular views over the lake. Lift, bar, restaurant and leisure facilities including indoor thermal pool.

Tuesday We begin our adventure and head to Ljubljana where we are met by a local guide who will bring the city to life on this tour. Although it is the capital of Slovenia, it is easy to explore on foot and we see its Parliament square, old town including Philharmonic Hall and three bridges as well as cathedral. In the afternoon we visit the Lipica Stud Farm for a guided tour, famous for its white horses, where we learn about the breeding and training of the famous Lipizzaner horses

Wednesday Today we meet our local step-on guide who will join us for the day (which includes walking elements), as we make our way to Lake Bohinj. Our journey takes us through some beautiful Alpine scenery on the Pokljuka Plateau to the River Savica and a photo opportunity, before we head to the far end of the lake where we take a cable car to the Vogel viewpoint. On a clear day it is possible to see the peaks of most of the Julian Alps. After our descent, we ﬁnish our day at a local farm and cheese factory with a cheese tasting

Thursday We have a treat today as we visit the Postojna Cave Park for entrance to the Postojna Caves with a private English-speaking guide. Nearly 25km long, this is one of the country’s top tourist attractions and is a truly captivating experience, with stunning caverns, tunnels and geological wonders all created naturally. On our return to the hotel, we stop for a photo stop of Predjama Castle a quite unique fortress built into the vertical rock face. Please note: the caves involve a lot of walking, so may not be suitable for all.

Friday Departing after breakfast we journey through Austria into Germany for our overnight at the Seligweiler Hotel, Ulm

Saturday Departing Germany, we cross into France and our ﬁnal night at the Mercure Hotel, Reims Parc des Expositions

Sunday We return to Calais for our sailing to Dover, returning to Henley during the evening.

Fri 2Sun 11 May 2025 9 Nights | £1999

Tour Departs: 5.30am

Returns By: 9.00pm

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom

) Return Dover/Calais sailings

) Overnight half board at the Globales Post Hotel, Liege

) Day 2 & Day 8 dinner, bed & breakfast at the Seligweiler Hotel, Ulm

) 5 nights half board at the Park Hotel, Lake Bled ) Day 9 overnight half board at the Mercure Hotel, Parc des Expositions, France

) Outlined Excursions

) Half-day Walking Tour of Ljubljana

) Lipica Stud Farm Tour

) Lake Bohinj full day Step on Guide including a Cheese Tasting & Cable Car

) Entrance to Postojna Caves & Castle with private English speaking guide

Not Included: All lunches

Single Room: £487

Holiday Insurance: £81.50

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Passports will be required for this tour

The Park Hotel, Lake Bled, Slovenia HHHH

Ljubljana

Look What’s Included on All Cruises

) Door to Door Service from your home

) Return coach transfers to Port of embarkation

) Our own Courier Service (Subject to a minimum of 15 people travelling)

) All On-Board Gratuities Included

) Comfortable cabins and suites with TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and individually controlled air conditioning

) Tempting cuisine every day throughout your cruise – with ﬁve-course à la carte dinners, casual breakfast and lunch buffets and late-night snacks

) Self-service tea and coffee at selected venues, morning coffee with biscuits, and afternoon sandwiches and cakes

) In-room sandwiches and snacks

) All evening entertainment, including cabaret shows, live music and dancing

) Captain's Drinks Party and Gala Buffet

) Use of leisure facilities, including swimming pools, Jacuzzis and gym

) A wide choice of on-board activities and lectures throughout the day

) All UK port taxes (where collectable in advance)

Not Included: Drinks & shore excursions

ALL DEPARTURE & RETURN TIMINGS – These will be notiﬁed to you with your ﬁnal tour pack, approximately 2 weeks prior to departure and are subject to embarkation/disembarkation times we are given by Fred Olsen Cruise Lines. HOLIDAY INSURANCE – Please contact us for details.

DEPOSITS – A 20% Deposit of the total cruise value is required at the time of booking.

All Prices on board are in Sterling – so you do not have any worries about currency ﬂuctuations.

All Cruise Holidays featured on this page are protected through our membership of ABTOT (Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust).

Fred.Olsen Cruise Lines

The Cruise Fleet

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is a family-owned favourite in the British cruise market offering guests a traditional cruising experience from many ports across the UK. Each vessel has its own unique style and personality and will bring exciting new features for our guests to enjoy.

) More space throughout the ships

) Original artwork and premium décor

) An all-weather swimming pool with a retractable roof

) A wide choice of restaurants, lounges and bars

) More balcony cabins and suites

) Culinary demonstration and wine tasting venues

) A classic two-tiered theatre

) Dedicated meeting spaces, perfect for groups

) Additional spa facilities including a thermal suite, hydrotherapy pool and more treatment rooms

MS BOLETTE

The Bolette is the new flagship of the Fred Olsen fleet. Proudly bearing the name of Fred. Olsen Jr.’s great-great-grandmother, she exudes a classic, elegant style in her exterior and interior design and features spacious and comfortable public areas and has all the facilities and special touches you need for a relaxing and enjoyable holiday. The Bolette has capacity for less than 1,400 guests. So, in keeping with their smaller-ship ethos, you will find that you are not overcrowded on board and have plenty of space in which to indulge yourself in the stylish dining venues and fantastic entertainment areas, bars, lounges and theatres. And of course, with the friendly staff providing a personal, attentive service, there is an intimate feel to the on-board experience too.

MS BOREALIS

Bearing a name that inspires thoughts of the Aurora Borealis, the elegant Borealis proudly connects with Fred Olsen’s Norwegian heritage. Stylish, spacious and comfortable, with capacity for fewer than 1,400 guests, she is in keeping with their commitment in offering a more traditional style of cruising. But while Borealis’ capacity is smaller than many cruise vessels, she is still one of the largest ships in the Fred Olsen ﬂeet. On board you will ﬁnd you are never overcrowded. There is always ample room in which to indulge yourself in the stylish dining venues, enjoy a glass of your favourite tipple and fantastic entertainment at the bars, lounges and theatres, and while away the hours by the all-season pool.

MS BALMORAL

Balmoral is named after the Scottish residence of the British Royal Family. Featuring 710 well-appointed rooms and suites and a selection of comfortable lounges, bars and inviting public areas, Balmoral provides guests with ample space in which to relax and share a memorable cruise experience. With a superb array of entertainment on offer throughout the day, from lectures and hobby classes to live cabaret and comedians, you will ﬁnd lots to do during your time on board. Balmoral is small enough to navigate size-restricted waterways providing fantastic scenic cruising opportunities, and retains the warm, intimate and friendly atmosphere that the Fred. Olsen ﬂeet is renowned for.

Date | Destination

Fri 16 May 2025 | Southampton, UK

Sat 17 May 2025 | Falmouth, Cornwall, England

Sun 18 May 2025 | Cruising

Mon 19 May 2025 | Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebridean, Scotland

Tue 20 May 2025 | Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Scotland

Wed 21 May 2025 | Cruising by Dutchman’s Cap, Scotland

Balmoral

Sail from Southampton 7 nights | Fri 16 May 2025

Cruise code L2509

Wed 21 May 2025 | Cruising by Fingal’s Cave, Scotland

Thu 22 May | Cruising

Fri 23 May 2025 | Southampton UK

Date | Destination

Fri 6 Jun 2025 | Liverpool, UK

Sat 7 Jun 2025 | Dun Laoghaire/Dublin, Ireland

Sun 8 Jun 2025 | Belfast, UK

Mon 9 Jun 2025 | Cruising by Malin Head & Sliabh Liag, Ireland

Mon 9 Jun 2025 | Cruising by Arranmore, Ireland

Mon 9 Jun 2025 | Pass By Slieve League Cliffs,

Bolette Sail from Liverpool 7 nights | Fri 6 Jun 2025

Cruise code T2512

Tue 10 Jun 2025 | Galway, Ireland

Tue 10 Jun 2025 | Cruising by the Cliffs of Moher, Ireland

Wed 11 Jun 2025 | Cobh, Ireland

Thu 12 Jun 2025 | Cruising Fri 13 Jun 2025 | Liverpool, UK

Bolette

Sail from Liverpool 7 nights | Fri 18 Jul 2025

Cruise code T2516

Date | Destination

Fri 18 Jul 2025 | Liverpool, UK

Sat 19 Jul 2025 | Cruising

Sun 20 Jul 2025 | Portland, UK

Mon 21 Jul 2025 | St. Malo, France

Tue 22 Jul 2025 | Honﬂeur, France

Wed 23 Jul 2025 | Fowey, UK

Thu 24 Jul 2025 | Cruising

Fri 25 Jul 2025 | Liverpool, UK

Fingal’s Cave

Cliffs of Moher

Honfleur

Fred.Olsen Cruise Lines

Date | Destination

Mon 4 Aug 2025 | Southampton, UK

Tue 5 Aug 2025 | Cruising

Wed 6 Aug 2025 | Aberdeen,

Scotland

Thu 7 Aug 2025 | Lerwick, Scotland

Fri 8 Aug 2025 | Kirkwall, Scotland

Fri 8 Aug 2025 | Cruising by the ‘Needle’, Scotland

Fri 8 Aug 2025 | Cruising by the ‘Old Man of Hoy’, Scotland

Sat 9 Aug 2025 | Cruising by the Small Isles, Scotland

Sat 9 Aug 2025 | Cruising by Loch Hourn, Scotland

Sat 9 Aug 2025 | Cruising by ‘Dutchman’s Cap’, Scotland

Sat 9 Aug 2025 | Cruising by Fingal’s Cave, Scotland

Sun 10 Aug 2025 | Killybegs, Ireland

Sun 10 Aug 2025 | Pass Slieve

League Cliffs, Ireland

Mon 11 Aug 2025 | Galway, Ireland

Mon 11 Aug 2025 | Cruising by the Cliffs of Moher, Ireland

Wed 13 Aug 2025 | Southampton, UK Borealis Sail from Southampton 9 nights | Mon 4 Aug 2025 Cruise code S2521

Tue 12 Aug 2025 | Cruising

8 nights | Wed 28 May 2025 Cruise code L2511 SCENIC WATERWAYS & CITIES

Balmoral

Sail from Southampton

Date | Destination

Wed 28 May 2025 | Southampton, UK

Thu 29 & Fri 30 May 2025 | Cruising

Sat 31 May 2025 | Oslo, Norway

Sat 31 May 2025 | Cruising Oslofjord, Norway

Sun 1 Jun 2025 | Gothenburg, Sweden

Mon 2 Jun 2025 | Copenhagen, Denmark

Tue 3 Jun 2025 | Transit Kiel Canal, Germany

Wed 4 Jun 2025 | Cruising

Thu 5 Jun 2025 | Southampton UK

Stornoway – Isle of Lewis

Slieve League Cliffs

Date | Destination

Fri 5 Sep 2025 | Liverpool, UK

Sat 6 & Sun 7 Sep 2025 | Cruising

Mon 8 Sep 2025 | Reykjavik, Iceland

Tue 9 Sep 2025 | Isafjordur, Iceland

Tue 9 Sep 2025 | Cruising by Hornbjarg, Iceland

Wed 10 Sep 2025 | Akureyri, Iceland

Wed 10 Sep 2025 | Cruising by Eyjafjordur, Iceland

Bolette Sail from Liverpool 9 nights | Fri 5 Sep 2025 Cruise code T2521

Thu 11 Sep 2025 | Cruising by Seydisfjordur, Iceland

Thu 11 Sep 2025 | Seydisfjordur, Iceland

Fri 12 & Sat 13 Sep 2025 | Cruising

Sun 14 Sep 2025 | Liverpool, UK

Date | Destination

Fri 10 Oct 2025 | Southampton, UK

Sat 11 & Sun 12 Oct 2025 | 2 Days Cruising

Mon 13 Oct 2025 | Alesund, Norway

Tue 14 Oct 2025 | Cruising Torghatten

Tue 14 Oct 2025 | Cruising Seven Sisters

Mountain Range

Tue 14 Oct 2025 | Crossing the Arctic Circle

Wed 15 Oct

Borealis Sail from Southampton 10 nights | Fri 10 Oct 2025 Cruise code S2528

Thu 16 Oct 2025 | Bodo, Norway

Fri 17 Oct 2025 | Cruising

Sat 18 Oct 2025 | Stavanger, Norway

Sun 19 Oct 2025 | Cruising

Mon 20 Oct 2025 | Southampton, UK

Borealis

Sail from Southampton 8 nights | Wed 22 Apr 2026

Cruise code S2608

Date | Destination

Wed 22 Apr 2026 | Southampton, UK

Thu & Fri 23 & 24 Apr 2026 | 2 Days Cruising

Sat 25 Apr 2026 | Eidfjord, Norway

Sun 26 Apr 2026 | Skjolden, Norway

Mon 27 Apr 2026 | Bergen, Norway

Tue 28 Apr 2026 | Haugesund, Norway

Wed 29 Apr 2026 | Cruising

Thu 30 Apr 2026 | Southampton, UK

Fred.Olsen Cruise Lines

VOLCANIC VISTAS OF THE AZORES & MADEIRA

Date | Destination

Fri 19 Sep 2025 | Southampton, UK

Sat 20-Mon 22 Sept 2025 | 3 Days Cruising

Tue 23 Sep 2025 | Praia da Vitoria, Portugal

Wed 24 & Thu 25 Sep 2025 | Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Fri 26 Sep 2025 | Cruising

Sat 27 & Sun 28 Sep 2025 | Funchal, Portugal

Mon 29 Sep 2025 | Cruising

Tue 30 Sep 2025 | Lisbon, Portugal

Date | Destination

Wed 26 Nov 2025 | Portsmouth, UK

Thu 27-Sat 29 Nov 2025 | 3 Days Cruising Sun 30 Nov-Mon 1 Dec 2025 | Casablanca, Morocco

Tue 2 Dec

SUBTROPICAL LANDS OF THE CANARY ISLANDS

Date | Destination

Tue 2 Dec 2025 | Southampton, UK

Wed-Fri – 3-5 Dec 2025 | 3 Days Cruising Sat-Sun – 6-7 Dec 2025 | Funchal, Portugal

Mon 8 Dec 2025 | San Sebastien de la Gomera, Canary Islands

Tue 9 Dec 2025 | Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands

Wed 10 Dec 2025 | Arrecife, Canary Islands

Thu 11 Dec 2025 | Cruising

Borealis Sail from Southampton 14 nights | Fri 19 Sep 2025 Cruise code S2526

Tue 30 Sep 2025 | Cruising the Mouth of the River Tagus, Belem Tower & Discovery Monument, Portugal

Tue 30 Sep 2025 | Cruising by Cristo Rei & Abri 25 Bridge, Portugal

Wed 1 & Thu 2 Oct 2025 | Cruising Fri 3 Oct 2025 | Southampton, UK

Borealis Sail from Portsmouth 12 nights | Wed 26 Nov 2025 Cruise code S2531

Sat 6 Dec 2025 | La Coruna, Spain Sun 7 Dec 2025 | Cruising Mon 8 Dec 2025 | Portsmouth, UK

Balmoral Sail from Southampton 14 nights | Tue 2 Dec 2025 Cruise code L2532

Fri 12 Dec 2025 | Cruising Mouth of the River Tagus, Belem Tower & Discovery Monument, Portugal

Fri 12 Dec 2025 | Cruising by Cristo Rei & Abril

Bridge, Portugal

Fri-Sat – 12-13 Dec 2025 | Lisbon, Portugal

Sun-Mon – 14-15 Dec 2025 | 2 Days Cruising

Tue 16 Dec 2025 | Southampton, UK

Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Madeira

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BCH ABTOT TRADING CHARTER (& BOOKING CONDITIONS)

Financial

Security

The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within the meaning of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018. Therefore, you will beneﬁt from all EU rights applying to packages; Johnsons Coach Travel will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the package as a whole.

Additionally, as required by law, Johnsons Coach Travel have protection in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included in the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that they become insolvent. Johnsons Coach Travel are members of the Bonded Coach Holiday Group of the Confederation of Passenger Transport UK Ltd (Membership Number 7062). This is a government approved consumer protection scheme. This ensures that in relation to the coach package holidays described in this brochure (or website) that the clients’ monies are protected by a Bond which may be called upon in the unlikely event of the members Insolvency.

Clients are recommended to inspect the current membership certiﬁcate at our registered office or alternatively go to www.abtot.com/bch-abtot-members-directory. Phone No 0207 065 5311 to conﬁrm current membership.

Your attention is also drawn to the Bonded Coach Holiday Group Trading Charter that will apply to these coach package holidays.

Details of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 can be found at www.legistration.gov.uk/ukdsi/2018/9780111168479/contents.

1. FINANCIAL PROTECTION

Your contract is with Johnsons Coach Travel When you book a holiday with us, which does not include a flight, the money you pay us for the booking will be protected by Bonded Coach Holidays (BCH) and the Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited (ABTOT), this is a Government approved consumer protection scheme. The scheme will also ensure your repatriation in the event the company becomes insolvent. Our Trading Charter and Booking Conditions set out clearly and simply the responsibility we have to you and in turn, you have with us, when a contract is made. Please see the Consumer Guarantee at www.bch-uk.org. There is no financial protection if you purchase just transport or accommodation-only from us. We fully comply with the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018. The combination of travel services offered to you is a package holiday within the meaning of the Regulations. Therefore, you will benefit from all rights applying to package holidays. Johnsons Coach Travel will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the holiday and providing assistance if you are in difficulty. Your key rights will be in the details of the tour which will be provided prior to booking.

The Air Holidays in this brochure are ATOL Protected

The ATOL holder for each individual air tour is listed on the relevant tour page within our brochure and Johnsons are acting as an agent for these Tour Operators. In the unlikely event of their insolvency, the CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad and will arrange to refund any money you have paid to us for an advanced booking. For further information, visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk.

Your ATOL Financial Protection: When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive the relevant Tour Operators 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.

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

Deposit Payments:

£75 per person for all coach holidays in Britain and Europe.

£50 per person for all 2 & 3 UK Short Breaks in our Great Breaks brochures

£250 per person on all air holidays

For all Ocean Cruise Holidays a 20% deposit is required on the total holiday cost

Cheques should be made payable to: Johnsons (Henley) Ltd

In some instances, your accommodation and tour providers require a higher deposit than that stated above. In these instances, we reserve the right to charge a higher deposit.

If you choose to purchase holiday insurance, the premium must be paid at the time of booking, in addition to the holiday deposit cost.

Your balance is due 8 weeks before departure date for all British and European coach holidays. 10 weeks before departure date for all air holidays and 18 weeks for Cruise holidays.

email or letter, with a reminder if necessary. If you exercise the right to cancel, we must receive written notice within 20 days of the date of the surcharge invoice. The currency exchange rate used in the holiday costings are based on rates as at the 1st October 2023

5. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING

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 non-provision 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.

Your payments for Sea Cruise Holidays in this brochure are protected through our membership of the Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited (ABTOT) We have provided a bond to meet the requirements of the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992. In the event of our insolvency, if you have not yet travelled you may claim a refund, or if you have already travelled, you may claim repatriation to the starting point of your holiday, which is your home.

2. BOOKING AND PAYMENT

When a booking is made, the 'lead name' on the booking guarantees that he or she is 18 or over and has the authority and accepts on behalf of the party the terms of these booking conditions and pays the deposit indicated in the brochure and as confirmed in the pre-contract information. After we receive your booking and all appropriate payments, if the arrangements you wish to book are available, we will send you or your booking agent a confirmation invoice within 14 days. This confirmation will include any special requests we have agreed. All monies paid to your booking agent are held by them on your behalf until we issue our confirmation invoice, thereafter your booking agent holds the money on our behalf. A binding agreement will come into existence between us when we dispatch this invoice to the 'lead name' or your booking agent. Please check the confirmation carefully to ensure all the information is correct. This contract is governed by English Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts.

Single occupancy of rooms, when available, may be subject to a supplementary charge and these will be shown in the brochure. You can book by paying a deposit for each person named on the booking, but our commitment is always conditional upon the balance being paid as below.

If you book within our balance due period, you will need to pay the total holiday cost at the time of booking. If the balance is not paid in time, we reserve the right to cancel your holiday, retain your deposit, and apply the cancellation charges set out in the paragraph below. The date of cancellation will normally be the date we receive your written conﬁrmation that you intend to cancel or 15 days after the balance due date, whichever comes ﬁrst.

Where optional items are purchased as part of the holiday, these are payable on the balance due date except where items, such as theatre tickets, have been speciﬁcally purchased for you. In this case the cost may be payable at a separate date notiﬁed to you and will not normally be refunded unless we obtain a refund from the supplier we use.

3. BROCHURE ACCURACY

Although Johnsons Coach Travel make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the brochure information and pricing, regrettably errors do sometimes occur. You must therefore ensure you check the price and all other details of your holiday with us at the time of booking and when you receive our conﬁrmation invoice.

OUR PRICING POLICY

Johnsons Coach Travel endeavour to ensure that the most up to date and correct prices are shown in our brochure. Occasionally, an incorrect price may be shown, due to an error. When we become aware of any such error, we will endeavour to notify you at the time of booking (if we are then aware of the mistake) or as soon as reasonably possible. We reserve the right to cancel the booking if you do not wish to accept the price which is applicable to the holiday. Local Authorities in many towns and cities throughout Europe have introduced new tourist taxes which must be paid directly to the hotel by all guests in person. These taxes are not included in our prices, but we will notify you when applicable.

Holiday prices include all travel, hotel accommodation and meals as speciﬁed in the holiday description and VAT payable in the UK where applicable. The price of the holiday will not be subjected to any surcharges except those arising from exchange rate changes, transportation including the price of fuel, air & ferry operator fares and tolls, embarkation or disembarkation fees at terminals, duties and taxes (including the rate of VAT). Even in these cases we will absorb the cost equivalent to cost of the ﬁrst 2% of the holiday price. Amounts more than this plus £1 administration fee and Travel Agents commission will be surcharged to you. If this means the total cost of the holiday increases by more than 8% then you are entitled to cancel your holiday and receive a full refund of all monies paid except any insurance premium and amendment charges. We will communicate the options with you either through

If, after our conﬁrmation has been issued, you wish to change to another of our holidays or change departure date, we will do our utmost to make the changes, but we cannot guarantee to do so. However, notiﬁcation must be received in writing at our offices from the person who signed the booking form. This must be accompanied by a payment of £20 to cover our administrative costs, plus costs we incur in making the amendment. Alterations may not be able to be made within 6 weeks of departure and any such request for an alteration will be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and will be subject to the cancellation charges set out in paragraph below. Some arrangements cannot be changed without paying a cancellation charge of up to 100% of the ticket cost.

Where Air Travel and Ocean Cruises are included in your holiday the administration charge may differ dependant on the individual Airline or Cruise Company involved and the charge the charge they make for the transfer of a booking.

6. CAN YOU CHANGE THE PRICE OF MY PACKAGE AFTER YOU HAVE ISSUED THE BOOKING CONFIRMATION?

On all coach holidays, we operate a ‘No Surcharge Guarantee.’ The price of your coach holiday is fully guaranteed and will not be subject to any surcharges. All air and cruise holidays are subject to surcharges linked to fuel costs. The only surcharges which will apply are those levied by airlines or cruise companies which are beyond our control.

7. TRANSFERRING YOUR BOOKING

You can transfer your booking to somebody else, but the person must satisfy all the conditions of the holiday and you must inform us either by letter or email no less than 7 days before departure. This transfer will cost £20 plus reasonable costs to make the transfer. You will remain responsible for ensuring payment before the balance due date. This is in addition to (and does not affect) the separate liability of the transferee to us.

8. IF YOU NEED TO CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY You or any member of your party, may cancel your holiday at any time provided the cancellation is made by the person signing the booking form and is communicated to us in writing via the office who made your original booking. You must pay cancellation charges to cover our administration costs and to compensate for the risk of us not reselling the holiday. If the holiday is resold a refund will be made. Your cancellation will take effect from the date on which we or our agent receive your written conﬁrmation of your cancellation. You must also return any tickets or vouchers you have received. A reduction in room occupancy may increase the charges for the remaining passengers by the application of supplements for low occupancy of rooms. Where bought in supplies, such as ferries, hotel accommodation etc have been bought in on your behalf, and where the terms and conditions of the supplier are non-refundable, these products will be charged to you at the full retail rate. If this applies, the non-refundable items will be deducted from your holiday costs and the following scale of charges (See Point 9) will be applied to the remainder:

Trading Charter (continued)

9. SCALE OF CANCELLATION CHARGES

You may cancel your holiday without paying any termination fee before the start of the holiday, in the event of unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances

occurring at the place of destination or its immediate vicinity, for instance, if there are serious security problems at the destination which are likely to affect the package.

Period before departure within which writtenAmount of cancellation Charge as a % cancellation of package price is received of total package cost

COACH HOLIDAYS

More than 42 daysDeposit only 28-42 days30% or Deposit, if greater 14-27 days45%

7-13 days60%

1-6 days 100%

Departure day or later including voluntary termination during the packageTotal package cost

AIR HOLIDAYS

More than 56 daysDeposit only 42-56 days45% or Deposit, if greater 28-41 days60%

1-27 days 100%

Departure day or later including voluntary termination during the packageTotal package cost

CRUISE HOLIDAYS

More than 113 daysDeposit only

80-113 days60%

60-79 days75%

29-59 days90%

1-28 days100%

Departure day or later including voluntary termination during the packageTotal package cost

10. ALTERATIONS TO YOUR HOLIDAY BY US

We hope that we will not have to make any change to your holiday but, because our holidays are planned many months in advance, we sometimes do need to make minor changes. We reserve the right to do this at any time. We will let you or your booking agent know about any important changes as soon as possible, including the minimum number of passengers required on the trip. If after booking, and before departure, we make a major change to your holiday, you will have the option of withdrawing from the holiday without penalty or transferring to another holiday without any charge. In either case, we will pay you compensation, according to the scale set below. A major change includes the time of your departure or return time by more than 12 hours, a change in departure point, location of resort or type of hotel, a change in cross channel travel, or speciﬁcation of the coach. If we tell you about any of these changes after we have conﬁrmed your holiday booking (other than force majeure), you may either: accept the new arrangements offered by us; or accept a replacement holiday from us of equivalent or similar standard and price (at the date of the change), if we can offer you one; or cancel your holiday with us and receive a full refund of all monies.

Either way, we will pay you compensation, using the Compensation table shown (See Point 11)

11. SCALE OF COMPENSATION

Period before departureAmount

in which signiﬁcant changeper is notiﬁed to you or your agentperson

More than 42 days Nil

29 to 42 days

£10

15 to 28 days£15

8 to 14 days£20

0 to 7 days£25

IMPORTANT NOTE Compensation will not be payable if the holiday is cancelled because the number of

cost (not including insurance premiums and amendment charges). We accept responsibility for death, injury, or illness caused by the negligent acts and/or omissions of our employees or agents together with our suppliers and sub-contractors, servants and/or agents of the same whilst acting within the scope of, or during their employment in the provision of your holiday. We will accordingly pay to our clients such damages as might have been awarded in such circumstances under English Law. In respect of carriage by air, sea, tunnel and rail and the provision of accommodation our liability in all cases will be limited in the manner provided by the relevant international convention.

If we make any payment to you or any member of your party for death or personal injury or illness, you will be asked to assign to us or our insurers the rights you may have to act against the person or organisation responsible for causing the death, personal injury, or illness. This clause does not apply to any separate contracts that you may enter for excursions or activities during or outside of your holiday. If you or any member of your party suffer death, illness or injury whilst overseas arising out of an activity which does NOT form part of your holiday, we may offer guidance and where legal action is contemplated and you want our assistance, you must obtain our written consent prior to any proceedings (We limit the cost of our assistance to you or your party to £5,000 per party).

13.

IF YOU HAVE A COMPLAINT

persons booked is less than the number required, or for events beyond our control, which include: war, threat of war, riots, civil disturbances, terrorist activity and its consequences, industrial disputes, natural and nuclear disasters, ﬁre, epidemics, health risks and pandemics, unavoidable and unforeseeable technical problems with transport for reasons beyond our control or that of our suppliers; hurricanes and other actual or potential severe weather conditions, and any other similar events. You are also advised to check with The Foreign and Commonwealth Office Advice Unit regularly at https://www.gov.uk/browse/abroad/travel-abroad prior to travel.

All holidays operate if the minimum number of participants is met. However, in no case will we cancel your holiday less than 6 weeks before the scheduled departure date, except where you have failed to pay the ﬁnal balance or because of force majeure (force majeure means an event which we or the suppliers of the services in question could not foresee or avoid and is therefore beyond our control).

12. OUR RESPONSIBILITY TO YOU

We accept responsibility for ensuring the holiday which you book with us is supplied as described in our publicity material and the services offered reach a reasonable standard and if you are in difficulty, we will assist you. If any part of our holiday contract is not provided as promised, you may terminate the contract without paying a termination fee and we will pay you appropriate compensation if this has affected your enjoyment of your holiday. We will, however, not be liable if there are any unforeseeable or unavoidable actions of a third party not connected with our travel services, or there were unavoidable or extraordinary circumstances, or the lack of conformity is due to a traveller in the party. We accept responsibility for the acts and/or omissions of our employees, agents and suppliers except where they lead to death, injury, or illness. Our liability in all cases shall be limited to a maximum of twice the value of the original holiday

insufficient for your needs and there is no alternative seating available, then you will be refused access to the coach and any payments made will be liable to forfeiture.

15. HOTELS & HOTEL FACILITIES

Some hotel facilities and entertainment may be withdrawn for routine maintenance or be subject to seasonal availability and provision of the facilities cannot be guaranteed. Single occupancy of rooms may be subject to a supplementary charge.

En-Suite Bedroom Facilities: All hotel bedrooms for every holiday are ‘en-suite.’ This means that a private bath and/or shower and WC is included within the bedroom. Should you have a preference for a bath or a shower please make a request in the ‘Special Requests’ box on the appropriate booking form. Half-board always means dinner, bed, and breakfast, unless otherwise stated.

Meals in Continental Hotels: Whilst all hotels that we book for our continental holidays, whether they be overnight or main resort hotels, are of a high standard, would you kindly note that dinner arrangements often include a set meal with no menu choice and are generally of a traditional style for that country.

Breakfasts are always of Continental style; however, buffet Continental breakfasts are included. Evening meals may be served on a buffet style basis.

If you have a problem during your holiday, please inform your Tour Manager, your driver, or the relevant supplier/resort representative immediately who will endeavour to put things right. If your complaint cannot be completely resolved locally, you must complete a Holiday Report Form which can be obtained by your driver or local representative, which you should keep. Our contact number, for unresolved complaints will be our office number on 01564 797000 (Open in Office Hours). If you remain dissatisﬁed, please follow this up within 14 days of your return home by writing to the Quality Coordinator at Johnsons Coach Travel, giving your original booking reference number and all other relevant information, including the reference of the Holiday Report Form.

It is therefore a condition of this contract that you communicate any problem to the supplier of the services in question AND to our representative whilst in resort and obtain a written report form. If you fail to follow this simple procedure, we cannot accept responsibility as we have been deprived of the opportunity to investigate and rectify the problem. Should you wish to pursue the complaint further, BCH/ABTOT have an Alternative Dispute Resolution scheme and full details are available from them. Please contact them at BCH/ABTOT, 7th Floor, 69, Leadenhall Street, London, EC3A 2BG.

14. OUR COACHES-SEATING ARRANGEMENTS

We will always use our reasonable endeavours to provide a coach to the specification in our brochure or advert but reserve the right to substitute an alternative vehicle should there be unforeseen circumstances. There is a seating plan but, in some cases, operational reasons may require a coach with a different configuration. We reserve the right to alter a coach seating plan and allocate seats other than those booked. Single passengers may be required to share a double seat with other single passengers. When your booking is confirmed, you will be given a choice of seats that are available at that time. Specific seats will not be allocated on coaches operating a feeder service between joining points and main holiday departure points or on coaches that carry out transfers between airports, seaports etc.

If you feel that you require two seats, then these must be purchased in advance at the time of booking. If you fail to do this and it transpires that the seat allocated is

Single Room Occupancy: Single occupancy of rooms when available may be subject to a supplementary charge and this will be shown on the brochure page. Also, these charges may vary once we have exceeded the available rooms within our initial allocation from the hotel. Any applicable supplementary charges will be advised to you at the time of booking by a member of our Reservations Team.

Entertainment: Some of our hotels arrange additional entertainment. Where this is part of the package details are given on the respective brochure page. Where it is not speciﬁed it may still be available but is at the discretion of the hotel and is not guaranteed. It may be withdrawn if there is a lack of demand or for operational reasons.

16. HEALTH AND SAFETY

In some foreign countries, standards of infrastructure, safety and hygiene may be lower than those to which we are accustomed in the UK. You should therefore exercise greater care for your own protection. There may be countries that we visit that have special medical requirements for tourists. These regulations are subject to change and our clients are responsible for complying with entry and current health requirements. If you are not sure of the health requirements for the country you are visiting, you are advised to check with your own GP before travelling. You are also advised to refer to the Department of Health leaﬂet “Health Advice for Travellers.”

Some people may be at risk from discomfort or deep vein thrombosis (DVT) if they remain immobile on a journey for a long period. If you are planning to undertake a journey of more than three hours, you should consult your doctor, if you have ever had DVT, pulmonary embolism, a family history of clotting conditions, cancer or treatment for cancer, stroke, and heart or lung disease or If you have had major surgery in the past three months.

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

SMOKING is not allowed on our coaches (including E-Cigarettes) and we do not allow pets or any other animals, although we accommodate registered assistance dogs, but not on overseas holidays.

Trading Charter (continued) • Travel Insurance

17. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS, ITINERARIES, PICK-UP POINTS AND PASSPORTS

For all Continental holidays, you will require a full 10-year British Passport (machine readable) valid for a further SIX MONTHS after your holiday. If you do not hold a full British Passport or you have any doubts about your status as a resident British subject, you must check with the Embassy or Consulates of the Countries to be visited to conﬁrm the Passport or visa requirements when you book. We cannot accept responsibility if passengers are not in possession of the correct travel documents. For full details on passport requirements, please contact ‘the identity and passport service’ on 0300 222 0000 https://www.gov.uk/browse/abroad/passports

In relation to holidays in the European Union or a requirement to travel through an EU Member State, you are responsible to ensure that you have any necessary entry documents as required by the EU. We cannot accept any liability for the consequences of your failure to do so.

You are responsible for ensuring you are at the correct departure point, at the correct time and with the correct documents. Johnsons Coach Travel reserve the right to modify itineraries to conform with requests from competent authorities both within the UK and abroad.

Excursions which are included in the cost of your booking are detailed on the brochure page and refunds will not be made for excursions not taken. Optional excursions booked and paid for in resort do not form part of your booking. Admission fees to buildings may not be included in the price of the holiday, please check.

18. SPECIAL REQUESTS

All special needs and requests, if agreed, should be entered on the booking form and be included in the confirmation of the holiday. These cannot be guaranteed except where confirmed as part of our holiday commitment to you and are detailed on your holiday booking confirmation. We are keen to ensure that we plan the arrangements for your holiday so that special needs and requests can be accommodated as far as possible. If you will need assistance or may be unable to fully enjoy all aspects of your holiday you must tell us in advance so that we can maximise your enjoyment of the holiday. We will need to know if you will need special facilities in the hotel, taking part in the excursions or have difficulty boarding and travelling on the coach or other means of transport. Before booking your holiday, you should be sure that you and your party are both physically and mentally capable of completing the itinerary. If you need advice or further information, you or your booking agent should contact our Reservations Team. If you will require a special diet, please tell us at the time of booking, or as soon as you are medically advised, together with a copy of the diet.

19. GROUND OR LOW FLOOR ROOMS.

You should also tell us about any other requests, for example, low floor rooms, particular rooms, or locations. We will pass your request to the relevant supplier, but this does not necessarily mean that your request will be fulfilled. If a request can be fulfilled, you may incur an extra charge payable either to us or direct to the hotel. Please note that requests cannot be guaranteed unless we confirm on your booking confirmation that this is a guaranteed requirement.

20. PASSENGERS WITH DISABILITIES

We want everyone to enjoy our travel arrangements. We are happy to advise and assist you in choosing a suitable holiday. But, as some of the accommodation and resorts featured may not cater for even minor disabilities, it is important that, when booking, you advise us of any disability, speciﬁc need or complex need you may have and any special requirements that will make sure the holiday is suitable. If a passenger requires personal assistance (for example, assistance with feeding, dressing, toileting, mobilising) then this passenger must travel with an able-bodied companion or carer and written conﬁrmation that such assistance will be provided for the entirety of the holiday is required at the time of booking. Coach Drivers/Tour Managers are unable to provide such assistance.

IMPORTANT

You must tell us if you have an existing medical condition, disability or complex need that may affect your holiday or other group members’ enjoyment of it, before you book your holiday. We reserve the right to request a doctor’s certificate confirming the passenger is fit to travel. If, in our reasonable opinion, your chosen holiday is not suitable for your medical condition or disability, we reserve the right to refuse your booking. You are responsible for bringing with you the proper clothing and equipment, which we advise you about in our printed trip information. We want you to enjoy your holiday and will help you select an appropriate trip.

Whilst we will make every reasonable adjustment to do so, if we are unable to accommodate the needs of a passenger or believe that the medical condition or disability of a passenger is likely to adversely affect other passengers, we reserve the right to decline the booking. We also reserve the right to cancel any holiday and impose cancellation charges if we are not fully advised of any relevant disability or medical condition at the time the booking is made and subsequently decide that we are unable to accommodate this passenger. This applies whether we advise that we are unable to accommodate a passenger either before departure or during the holiday and if this occurs during the holiday then we will seek the additional costs of returning the passenger home.

We want you to enjoy your package and will try to

Travel Insurance

TRAVEL INSURANCE

Johnsons (Henley) Limited Client Holiday Travel

Insurance is available to all eligible passengers travelling on our holidays which is arranged by Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited, underwritten by AWP P&C SA and is administered in the UK by Allianz Assistance. Allianz Assistance is a trading name of AWP Assistance UK Ltd. AWP Assistance UK Limited is registered in England (registration number 1710361). Registered office PO Box 74005, 60 Gracechurch Street, London, EC3P 3DS. AWP Assistance UK Limited are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). AWP P&C SA is authorised and regulated by L’Autorité de Contrôle Prudentiel et de Résolution in France. Deemed authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA). Subject to regulation by

help you select an appropriate trip. If you need advice or further information either you or your booking agent should contact 01564 797000.

21. MOBILITY SCOOTER POLICY

Please note that we can accept one ‘compact’ electric mobility scooter per holiday. Our deﬁnition of ‘compact’ is that the scooter is class 1 speciﬁcation; i.e. it must be designed to be dismantled, so that it can be loaded into the boot of a car. The actual maximum sizes of class 1 mobility scooters are: Length – 1200mm Width – 700mm max Maximum Weight – 60Kgs

(We cannot accept class 2 scooters as these are too large and heavy to lift). Furthermore, would all users of scooters and wheelchairs kindly note that you must be able to negotiate the ﬁve steps to board the coach, in order to manage and enjoy our holidays.

22.

PASSENGER BEHAVIOUR

We want all our customers to have a happy and carefree holiday. You are responsible for your behaviour and hygiene and the effect it may have on others. If you or any other member of your party is abusive, disruptive or behaves in a way that could cause damage or injury to others or affect their enjoyment of their holiday or which could damage property, we have the right to terminate your contract with us and we will have no further liability or obligation to you. The coach driver/representative, ship's captain, or authorised official is entitled to refuse you boarding if in their reasonable opinion you are unacceptably under the inﬂuence of drink or drugs or you are being violent or disruptive. If you are refused boarding on the outward journey, we will regard it as a cancellation by you and we will apply cancellation charges. If the refusal is on your return journey, we have the right to terminate the contract with you. We also request that mobile telephones are not used on the coach save for exceptional circumstances.

23. TRAVEL INSURANCE

We strongly advise that you take out personal travel insurance for the trip. Details of our travel insurance is outlined within this leaﬂet. You may use an alternative insurer but you must advise us of details of the insurer and the emergency assistance company that will be providing cover for your holiday, together with the policy number and a 24-hour contact number. The insurance should cover medical and repatriation costs, personal injury, loss of baggage and cancellation charges. If you do not have adequate insurance and require our assistance during your holiday, we reserve the right to reclaim from you any medical repatriation or other expenses which we may incur on your behalf which would otherwise have been met by insurers. You must advise us if you use an alternative insurer, the policy number and 24-hour contact number.

24. LUGGAGE

Please restrict your luggage to one medium sized suitcase (a medium sized suitcase is approximately 36” x 18” x 10”) per person, weighing no more than 44lbs (20Kgs). A small holdall can also be taken on board the coach. We cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage to luggage unless it is established that it is caused by our negligence. On holidays which include overnight stops, you may take a small overnight bag with you. Please do not leave items of value in your main suitcase which is left on the coach. Should loss or damage occur you may be able to claim through your holiday travel insurance.

25. EMERGENCY 24 HOURS TELEPHONE NUMBER

A member of staff is always on hand 24 hours a day, to help either before your holiday, or on the day of departure by telephoning 01564 797040. At the beginning of your holiday, our courier will provide a contact telephone number. This number should be used if you require any assistance during your holiday.

26. DATA PROTECTION ACT

We comply with the GDPR 2018 Regulations and we retain your full contact details and other information in secure ﬁles and electronic storage facilities. We may use this information to contact you by mail, telephone, or electronic means. We must pass your information on to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements, and we take full responsibility for ensuring that proper measures are in place to protect your information. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons or suppliers. Your data controller is our Reservations Manager here at Johnsons Coach Travel.

27. PUBLICATION DATE & DETAILS

Our brochure and Trading Charter were printed in the United Kingdom on the 23rd September 2024.

EUROPEAN TOURIST TAXES

Local authorities in many towns and cities throughout Europe are starting to introduce or have introduced new tourist taxes which must be paid directly to the hotel by all guests in person. No such taxes are included in our prices to you, and we cannot make payment on your behalf or include this tax in your invoice. As soon as we become aware of any such taxes affecting your holiday, we will notify you.

the FCA and limited regulation by the PRA. Details of the Temporary Permissions Regime, which allows EEA-based ﬁrms to operate in the UK for a limited period while seeking full authorisation, are available on the FCA’s website.

Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (their registration number is 311394) and is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts. You can check these details online using the Financial Services Register (accessible from https://register.fca.org.uk) or by contacting the Financial Conduct Authority Consumer Helpline on 0800 1116768.

Should you wish to take out this travel insurance please include the appropriate premium when

booking your holiday.

DEMANDS AND NEEDS

This insurance policy will suit the demands and needs of an individual or group (where applicable) who have no excluded medical condition(s), are travelling in countries included within the policy terms and who wish to insure themselves against unforeseen circumstances/events detailed in the cover section below. Subject to the terms, conditions and maximum speciﬁed sums insured.

IMPORTANT

We will not provide you with advice about the suitability of this product for your individual needs but will be happy to provide you with factual information.

We summarise below the details of the insurance cover provided which also includes 24-hour emergency service from Allianz Assistance.

The following is a brief summary of the cover available. Full details of cover and exclusions will be forwarded with your conﬁrmation of booking. In any event you may ask for a specimen copy of the policy wording before booking should you wish to examine this in advance.

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SUMMARY OF COVER

PLEASE SEE THE POLICY WORDING FOR FULL DETAILS OF THE COVER, LIMITATIONS AND EXCESSES, A SPECIMEN COPY OF WHICH IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

CoverSum Insured Excess

Cancellation Up to £3,000£75*

Trip Interruption Up to £3,000 (Extra Accommodation Sub-Limit £500) £75

Travel Delay Up to £300Nil

BaggageUp to £1,500 (£200 Valuables Limit) £75

Baggage Delay Up to £10012 Hours

Emergency Medical ExpensesUp to £1,000,000£75

Emergency TransportUnlimited (Reasonable Cost)£75

Personal LiabilityUp to £1,000,000£75

Travel AccidentUp to £10,000Nil

Loss of Travel DocumentsUp to £200Nil

Personal Money Up to £200£75

HEALTH DECLARATION AND HEALTH EXCLUSIONS

It is very important that you read the following and, where necessary, declare any pre-existing medical conditions.

For UK, Channel Islands and Isle of Man trips only (except Air & Cruise Holidays)

You will not be covered under this policy for any claims arising as a direct or indirect of any pre-existing medical condition, unless you can comply with the following:

1. You are ﬁt to travel and undertake your planned trip when you take out this policy, book your trip or at the time you travel (whichever is later).

2. Following any claim investigation, your doctor conﬁrms they would have agreed with or recommended your travel plans when you took out this policy, booked your trip or at the time you travelled (whichever is later).

3. You are not travelling for the purpose of having medical treatment or a consultation during your trip.

4. You are not awaiting any medical tests, investigations or surgery, or the outcome of any tests or investigations when you take out this policy or book your trip (whichever is later).

Occasionally, insurers may need you to get extra medical information (at your cost) from your doctor to enable us to make a decision.

If an extra premium is required, cover will not start until this has been paid in full and we have issued written conﬁrmation.

If we are unable to cover the pre-existing medical condition (or conditions), this will mean that you and any other person insured by us will not be covered for any directly or indirectly related claims arising from the pre-existing medical condition (or conditions).

This applies even if the person with the pre-existing medical condition (or conditions) decides to buy cover from another provider.

Each person insured by us would still be covered for any unrelated (or conditions), subject to the terms and conditions of this policy.

FOR ALL TRIPS:

You will not be covered if:

Following any claim investigation, your doctor conﬁrms they would not have agreed with or recommended you travel as planned either when you took out this policy, booked your trip or at the time you travelled (whichever is later).

bone disease), this would not be covered if we have not agreed in writing to cover the osteoporosis.

Level of medical cover provided.

This is not a private medical insurance policy and only gives cover for emergency medical treatment and/or transport in the event of an accident or unexpected illness occurring during your trip.

This also means that any other person insured by us will not be covered for any directly or indirectly related claims arising from the pre-existing medical condition (or conditions). This applies even if the person with the medical condition (or conditions) decides to buy cover from another provider.

Each person insured by us would still be covered for any unrelated medical condition (or conditions), subject to the terms and conditions of this policy.

RESIDENCY

You must have your primary residence in and be registered with a doctor in the UK, the Channel Islands, or the Isle of Man.

* Excess only applies for cancellation of a journey over three days in duration (Nil for Loss of Deposit). INSURANCE DISCLAIMER

For trips outside of the UK plus all Air & Cruise Holidays

You will not be covered for any claims arising as a direct or indirect result of any pre-existing medical condition if, in the 12 months before taking out this policy or booking your trip (whichever is later), you:

1. Were prescribed medication.

2. Received treatment or consulted a doctor or other medical practitioner for any medical condition.

3. Attended a hospital or a clinic as an outpatient or inpatient.

4. Were referred for tests, investigations, treatment, or surgery, or are waiting for either results or a diagnosis.

5. Had any symptoms of an undiagnosed medical condition or have had a terminal illness.

Unless you told us about the pre-existing medical condition and we have agreed in writing to cover it.

To declare a pre-existing medical condition(s), you should contact insurers conﬁdential medical screening service on 02392 419063 as soon as possible after taking out this insurance policy and/or booking your trip.

Based on the medical information you provide, it will be conﬁrmed to you if cover can be offered for your declared pre-existing medical condition (or conditions), and if an extra premium needs to be paid.

You know you will need medical treatment or a consultation at a medical facility during your trip.

You are travelling speciﬁcally for the purpose of having surgery, medical procedures, or hospital treatment, whether medically necessary or not.

You had been diagnosed with a terminal illness prior to the date you took out this policy or booked your trip (whichever is later).

Exclusions relating to the health of someone not insured on this policy, but whose health may affect your decision whether to take or continue with your trip:

You will not be covered for any directly or indirectly related claims (see note at the end of this section) arising from the health of a travelling companion, someone you were going to stay with, a family member or a business associate if at the time your policy was issued:

You were aware they had undiagnosed medical condition(s) for which they were awaiting tests, investigations, or the results of these.

You were aware that their medical condition(s) were unstable, were likely to get worse in the next 12 months or they had been diagnosed as having a terminal condition.

Note: Only claims relating to a medical condition where any of the above apply will be affected.

This includes indirectly related claims. For example, if someone breaks a bone and a doctor conﬁrms it is related to an existing diagnosis of osteoporosis (brittle

And have not spent more than six months abroad during the 12 months before this policy was issued or your trip was booked (whichever is later).

SIGNIFICANT EXCLUSIONS

Any existing medical conditions unless they have been declared to (where appropriate) and accepted by the insurer.

Your intentional self-harm or if you attempt or commit suicide.

An epidemic or pandemic, except when an epidemic or pandemic is expressly referenced in and covered under Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, Travel Delay or Emergency Medical/Dental Cover Abroad. Terrorist events, except when expressly referenced in and covered under Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption or Travel Delay.

Any travel supplier’s complete cessation of operations due to ﬁnancial reasons, with or without involving insolvency or bankruptcy.

Examples of these and other conditions and restrictions and what to do if you are unsure about any aspect of an exclusion are contained within your policy wording.

How to make a claim

All claims should be made direct to Allianz Assistance. Please visit the website www.allianz-protection.com. This will lead you to insurers online claims notiﬁcation service where claim forms can be obtained immediately via email or by downloading directly from the site. Alternatively, please phone and ask for a claim form or write to: Wrightsure Travel Claims c/o Allianz Assistance Claims Department, PO Box 451, Feltham TW13 9EE, telephone 0208 603 9958 or email travel.claims@allianz-assistance.co.uk

Protecting your information

We will only use your personal details in line with our Privacy Notice. This can be found on our website or is available in hard copy format upon request and you should read this carefully and contact us immediately if you have any queries. Your personal information includes all of the details you have given us to process your insurance policy (we will not ask for more information than is necessary). We may share your data with Third Parties for the provision and ongoing performance of your insurance policy. Your data may be transferred outside the UK. All of the personal information you supply to us will be handled strictly in accordance with the applicable Data Protection regulations and legislation.

Johnsons (Henley) Limited are an Appointed Representative of Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited who are authorised and regulated by the FCA (their registration number is 311394) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts. You can check these details online using the Financial Services Register (accessible from www.fca.org.uk) or be contacting the Financial Conduct Authority Consumer Helpline on 0800 111 6768.

If our chosen insurance provider, Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited are unable to offer you the travel insurance cover you require, or your premium is higher than you expected because you have serious medical conditions, you may be able to get help by accessing the Money and Pensions Service travel directory or by calling 0800 138 7777 (lines are open Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm).

If you have decided not to purchase the travel insurance policy, we offer you must complete and sign this disclaimer.

I conﬁrm that I have been made aware of the need/importance of travel insurance and have chosen not to include myself/party under Johnsons Coach Holidays policy. I understand that this will mean that I shall be solely responsible for any cancellation charges that arise from my inability to take the trip that I have booked and also any losses including medical expenses and repatriation costs arising from an illness or injury sustained during the trip. Name...........................................................................................................................

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