National Holidays Classic Collection EU 2023

EXPLORE EUROPE IN 2023

Our 2023 European brochure has arrived. Packed with old favourites and brand-new adventures, get ready to be whisked away on a worry-free getaway. Think vibrant city escapes and sun-drenched beach breaks, all for an affordable price. Forget about arranging all the little details, we’ve got everything covered so you can focus on enjoying some well-deserved time away.

Here at National Holidays, our New Year’s resolution is to help you get out more in life and our 2023 European collection is the perfect way to start.

From short four-day getaways to France and Amsterdam to longer breaks to experience the very best of Italy, Spain, Germany and beyond, we’ve got plenty of hassle-free holidays to the very best continental destinations.

Whilst we’re well known for our holidays by coach, did you know that we now offer getaways by air with flights included? They are the ideal option for you to make the most of your time away. With return flights, luggage allowance and transfers while you’re abroad, plus all the usual inclusions that you know and love from our coach tours like pre-approved hotel accommodation and expertly assembled itineraries packed with excursions to those harder to reach corners of Europe.

Our new European collection is ready and waiting for you. All that’s left to do is pick your favourite break, book it in the diary and get ready to make some wonderful memories.

Chris Simmonds Chief Executive

Complete Financial Protection

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National Holidays? Why choose

A FREE EXCURSION PROGRAMME is offered on the majority of our breaks, giving you the opportunity to explore the area you are visiting.

A range of OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS is also available on some of our breaks, further enhancing your holiday.

We offer accommodation at well-appointed and comfortable HOTELS , which are conveniently located for your excursions.

We are fully bonded with BCH/ABTOT and ATOL so you can be comfortable in the knowledge your break is safe and secure.

Our dedicated GROUPS DEPARTMENT specialises in organising bespoke holidays for groups, tailored to your group’s size, tastes, needs and budget.

Things may look and feel a little different these days, but rest assured that you are in SAFE HANDS when you travel with us.

AIR HOLIDAYS

Fly direct to your destination from a selection of UK airports. Return flights and airport transfers at your destination are included in the price of the holiday. Turn to page 30 for our tours by air.

If anyone in your party has mobility issues, please inform us at the time of booking. It is a minimum requirement that you are able to climb the steps onto a coach unaided. Please read the tour itinerary carefully to make sure it is appropriate for your mobility level. We also hold accessibility information for each hotel featured on our holidays, and are able to advise if lifts and/or ground floor rooms are available. Further details are shown in this brochure and are also available online at: nationalholidays.com/accessibility. If you have any queries about hotel facilities in relation to mobility, please contact us immediately for detailed information.

WONDERS OF THE PAST & PRESENT

With bustling modern cities and vast stretches of beautiful scenery, Western Europe has everything that you could want in a holiday destination. The home of contemporary culture, this is a must-see region where wonders of the present sit comfortably alongside the historical, from France’s old-world vineyards that neighbour its stylish cities to Belgium’s grand capital of Brussels, where the Baroque and Gothic blend of architecture speak to a bygone time. This combination of old and new creates a distinctive flavour for each country that ensures there’s always something unique to discover, no matter where you go.

See page 13 for a tour of this region Germany’s Romantic Road, Munich & Lake Constance Inclusive

On 6th June 1944, Allied forces fought one of the greatest battles for freedom the world has ever known. On this fascinating weekend break we head across the Channel to learn more about the Allied invasion of Normandy during the Second World War. We visit the British Normandy Memorial, which lists the names of all the 22,442 British servicemen and women who died in the Normandy campaign that year. We also tour some of the D-Day Landing beaches, discovering more about the incredible events that took place and hear stories of great human sacrifice and bravery from our specialist guide. So join us on a journey of remembrance to pay homage to those who gave their lives during this heroic campaign.

HIGHLIGHTED EXCURSION

The British Normandy Memorial & D-Day Landing Beaches (full day)

We join our specialist battlefields guide and travel first to the British Normandy Memorial, overlooking Gold Beach. Honouring all those under British command who never came home from Normandy in the summer of 1944, the memorial was inaugurated on 6th June 2019 (the 75th anniversary of D-Day) and officially opened on 6th June 2021 and includes an evocative D-Day Sculpture created by David Williams-Ellis. Afterwards, we tour some of the infamous D-Day Landing beaches, learning more about the events of 6th June 1944 when the Allies landed on the coast of Normandy for what was the turning point in the Second World War.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y 3 nights at a selected 3-star hotel in the Caen area with breakfast

y Guided tour of the British Normandy Memorial & D-Day Landing Beaches with a specialist battlefields guide

y Excursion to Honfleur & Trouville-sur-Mer

y En-route visit to Rouen

YOUR HOTEL

Selected hotel, Caen area 

We’ll stay at a well-appointed 3-star hotel in the Caen area such as the Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare or the Balladins Memorial Hotel. The comfortable rooms are en suite and other facilities include a bar and restaurant.

Hotel accessibility information

Your hotel will be confirmed approximately 3 weeks before departure, therefore we cannot guarantee that the hotel will have a lift and/or ground floor rooms and may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

Single supplement £120

DEPARTURE DATES & PRICES

Dates

Fri 21 Apr £369 Fri 11 Aug £349 Fri 13 Oct £369 Paris

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y

coach travel and ferry crossings y 3 nights at the 4-star Best Western Plus Paris Meudon Ermitage Hotel with breakfast

Cruise on the River Seine y Free time in Paris

En-route visit to Amiens

Optional guided city tour of Paris (£22pp)

YOUR HOTEL

Best Western Plus Paris Meudon Ermitage Hotel, near Paris 

The cosmopolitan capital of France needs little introduction, thanks to its reputation as one of the most beautiful and romantic cities in Europe. With iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, plus elegant boulevards and charming pavement cafés, Paris is always a delight to explore. On this French escape there’s plenty of time to seek out the city’s hidden gems, and we also include a cruise along the picturesque River Seine to tick off the sights from a different perspective – bon voyage!

River Seine, Paris

HIGHLIGHTED EXCURSION

River Seine Cruise & Paris (full day)

We venture into Paris where we’re treated to a cruise along the famous River Seine, the beating heart of the city. This is the perfect way to take in the many sights of Paris before spending the afternoon at leisure in the wonderful French capital. Wander through the quaint streets of the Latin Quarter, enjoy some French pastries in a little café or why not explore the iconic museums? There is so much choice!

Set in a charming half-timbered building, the 4-star Best Western Plus Paris Meudon Ermitage Hotel is located southwest of Paris, on the edge of Meudon Forest. The stylish hotel offers free Wi-Fi, a bar, restaurant, fitness room and modern bedrooms.

Hotel accessibility information

Please visit nationalholidays.com/accessibility or call our friendly reservations team for further details.

Single supplement £120

The British Normandy Memorial

Honfleur

From £349 4 Days Apr, Aug & Oct

Enjoy a four-day getaway to soak up the vibrant atmosphere and lively café scene of Amsterdam. The Netherlands’ capital is one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan cities and we have time to relax and discover the picturesque network of canals and historic cobbled streets. Combined with visits to historic Marken and Volendam with their old-world charm, this is the perfect long weekend away.

HIGHLIGHTED EXCURSION

Amsterdam including canal cruise (full day) We visit lively Amsterdam, the city of canals, bicycles and cafés. Included in our day here is a wonderful canal cruise; the most enchanting way to see this unique city. We also have time to explore at leisure, with the chance to find a restaurant for dinner. There are plenty of atmospheric lanes and quarters to uncover or famous museums to visit including the Anne Frank Museum, a thoughtful exhibition of the famous war-diarist’s life.

Little Railways of the Rhine

If you like the idea of soaking up beautiful scenery on relaxing railway journeys through the mountains of Europe, then this is the break for you! Just one highlight of our wonderful itinerary is a journey aboard the narrow-gauge Volcano Express through the stunning landscapes that border Germany and Belgium, followed by some time in pretty Cochem, situated in the breathtaking Moselle Valley. Whether you’re a railway enthusiast or just looking for a scenic getaway, this is sure to be a delightful time away!

HIGHLIGHTED EXCURSION

Volcano Express Train & Cochem (full day)

We travel to Engeln for our second railway journey on the Volcano (Vulkan) Express, a narrow-gauge railway that takes us up into the beautiful Eifel Mountains and on to Brohl-Lützing, offering some spectacular photo opportunities along the way.

We also spend time in Cochem. Surrounded by steep vineyards, this lovely town of half-timbered houses and winding streets also boasts a flower-bedecked promenade and a magnificent castle that rises dramatically above the town.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y 3 nights at a 4-star hotel in the Netherlands with breakfast

y Excursions to Amsterdam, Marken & Volendam

y Amsterdam canal cruise

YOUR HOTEL

Selected hotel, the Netherlands 

We’ll stay at a comfortable 4-star hotel within approximately one hour’s drive of central Amsterdam. All rooms are en suite and other facilities include a bar and restaurant.

Hotel accessibility information

Your hotel will be confirmed approximately 3 weeks before departure, therefore we cannot guarantee that the hotel will have a lift and/or ground floor rooms and may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

Single supplement £120

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings y 3 nights at the 3-star Rheinstein Hotel, Rüdesheim with breakfast plus 2 dinners y Excursions to Boppard & Cochem y Rail journeys on the Hunsrück Mountain Railway & Volcano Express Trains

YOUR HOTEL

Rheinstein Hotel, Rüdesheim 

The 3-star Rheinstein Hotel enjoys a central location on the Rhine promenade, just a short walk away from the Drosselgasse. This hotel offers en-suite rooms with flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, a bar and restaurant.

Hotel accessibility information

Please visit nationalholidays.com/accessibility or call our friendly reservations team for further details.

Single supplement £120

Book now on 03332 342 476 or at nationalholidays.com

Amsterdam

Amsterdam

From £319 4 Days Aug & Oct

Volcano Express Train

From £369 4 Days Apr

Prepare for a short break with a big impact as we take you to the vibrant city of Amsterdam; one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan cities packed with lively cafés, a picturesque network of canals and historic cobbled streets. This urban landscape is combined with a visit to the Keukenhof Gardens – a veritable paradise with an abundance of natural colour and fragrance. The world’s largest flower garden sees around seven million bulbs planted in the park every year including over 800 varieties of tulips.

HIGHLIGHTED EXCURSION

Keukenhof Gardens (full day)

We take a trip to the beautiful Keukenhof Gardens with their incredible floral displays and manicured parkland. Across the 32-acre extent of the world’s largest bulb flower park, visitors are treated to a spectacular display of colour with over seven million bulbs blooming in the spring including brightly-hued tulips, hyacinths and daffodils!

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y 3 nights at a 4-star hotel in the Netherlands with breakfast

y Entrance to Keukenhof Gardens

y Excursion to Amsterdam including canal cruise

YOUR HOTEL

Selected hotel, the Netherlands 

We’ll stay at a comfortable 4-star hotel within approximately one hour’s drive of central Amsterdam. All rooms are en suite and other facilities include a bar and restaurant.

Hotel accessibility information

Your hotel will be confirmed approximately 3 weeks before departure, therefore we cannot guarantee that the hotel will have a lift and/or ground floor rooms and may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

Single supplement £120

HIGHLIGHTED EXCURSION

Valley of de Bocq Train & Namur (full day)

We start the day with a lovely train ride along the old line of the Valley of de Bocq, from Yvoir to Ciney. The train cuts a path through tunnels and over viaducts, with plenty of quaint countryside to admire.

After disembarking the train in Ciney, we make our way to Namur, nestled at the confluence of the Meuse and Sambre rivers. This pretty medieval city is overlooked by a sprawling hilltop citadel, below which stands a picturesque Old Town and cobblestone lanes dotted with cafés, restaurants and shops.

YOUR BREAK

YOUR HOTEL

Selected hotel, Belgium 

stay at a well-appointed 3-star hotel in Belgium such as the Casteau Resort Hotel in Mons. The comfortable rooms are en suite and other facilities include a bar and restaurant. Hotel accessibility information

hotel will be confirmed approximately 3 weeks before departure, therefore we cannot guarantee that the hotel will have a lift and/or ground floor rooms and may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

Keukenhof Gardens

The scenic landscapes of the Belgian Ardennes with its rolling fields and tree-lined valleys are just begging to be explored and we journey aboard the little trains of the region to see this scenery from a different perspective.

Village of Ardennes

From £299 4 Days Apr, Aug & Oct

Armed with his incredible 60-piece Johann Strauss Orchestra, the King of Waltz is returning to Maastricht in summer 2023 for his now legendary hometown concert! Renowned for his spectacular extravaganzas like no other, André Rieu mesmerises fans across the world with his mix of emotional ballads, iconic waltzes and witty showmanship. Come and discover what makes the violin maestro’s concerts so magical, live in the picturesque Vrijthof Square and set against the backdrop of Maastricht’s charming Old Town.

Vrijthof Square

© Marcel van Hoorn

An area rich in natural beauty, cultural heritage and lively traditions, Germany’s southernmost state of Bavaria has plenty to offer visitors. Together we explore this charming region with a scenic tour of the Romantic Road, one of Germany’s oldest tourist routes, which combines picturesque medieval walled towns of half-timbered houses with idyllic scenery. We also discover Munich, the capital city of Bavaria, and Lindau, a charming old island town on the eastern shores of Lake Constance.

ITINERARY

Day 1

Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2

Continue on to our hotel in Langenau, stopping en-route in the spa town of Baden-Baden.

Day 3

– Germany’s Romantic Road

We set off on a scenic tour of the Romantic Road, one of Germany’s oldest tourist routes. We combine picture-book scenery and sweeping vistas with visits to the medieval walled towns of Rothenburg and Dinkelsbühl, with their beautiful half-timbered buildings, cobbled streets and alleyways.

Day 4 – Day at leisure

Day 5 – Munich

We visit Munich, the capital of Bavaria and one of Germany’s most attractive cities. Lying near the foot of the German Alps, the city is famous for its beautiful architecture including the Frauenkirche, its largest church with its two dome-topped Gothic towers, and the City Hall in the Marienplatz, a lively square in the heart of the city.

Day 6 – Optional excursion to Nuremberg including entrance to the Nazi Rally Grounds (£22pp)

Join an optional excursion to the charming city of Nuremberg, famous for its medieval walls, Gothic churches and ancient castle which dominates the skyline. Despite having been severely damaged in World War Two, many of the city’s medieval buildings have been painstakingly restored to their former glory. Our visit includes entrance to the former Nazi Rally Grounds, a vast area covering almost 11 square kilometres, scattered with the ruins of monumental structures, where Nazi party rallies were held between 1933 and 1938.

Day 7 – Lindau in Lake Constance

Our destination today is the town of Lindau, uniquely located on an island on the eastern side of Lake Constance, set against a stunning backdrop of mountains. Explore the historic buildings, lively squares and picturesque alleyways of the Old Town, stroll along the lakeside promenade or head to the bustling harbour where the entrance is flanked by a Bavarian lion and lighthouse.

Day 8

Travel to our overnight hotel in France, stopping en-route in the ancient university city of Heidelberg. A light evening meal is included tonight.

Day 9

Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France/Germany (last night with a light evening meal)

y 6 nights all inclusive at the 3-star Hotel Jägerhaus, Langenau: Dinner & breakfast Packed lunches

5 free drinks per night (beer, house wine, soft drinks, tea & coffee)

y Excursions to Munich & Lindau on Lake Constance

y Scenic tour of Germany’s Romantic Road

y En-route visits to Baden-Baden & Heidelberg

Optional excursion to Nuremberg including entrance to the Nazi Rally Grounds (£22pp)

YOUR HOTEL

Hotel Jägerhaus, Langenau 

The 3-star Hotel Jägerhaus is located in the centre of the town of Langenau. The hotel has been run by generations of the same family for more than 100 years and offers en-suite rooms with satellite TV, a bar, lounge and restaurant. Hotel accessibility information Lift to all floors. 3 steps to entrance. No ground floor rooms.

Single supplement £360

Lake Constance

From

Rothenburg

We explore the snow-dusted peaks and beautiful towns and cities of Austria on this wonderful all-inclusive break. Highlights include the idyllic Tyrolean towns of Zell am See and Kitzbühel with their spectacular backdrops that showcase the natural splendour of the mountains. We also enjoy the breathtaking landscapes from a different viewpoint with a scenic boat cruise and a trip on a steam railway through the Ziller Valley, surrounded by beautiful rugged mountains.

ITINERARY

Day 1

Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2

Continue to our hotel in Oberndorf, in the Austrian Tyrol.

Day 3 – Ziller Valley Steam Train & Cheese Farm

Our first stop today is the Zillertal Railway where we board a steam train for a journey along the valley of the river Ziller and take in the amazingly beautiful Zillertal Valley. We travel between the towns of Mayrhofen and Jenbach, surrounded by stunning rugged mountains. Afterwards, we enjoy a delicious cheese tasting in the local cheese farm. Certain to delight all culinary tastes!

Day 4 – Achensee Cruise & Rattenberg

Today we travel to Lake Achensee where we enjoy a panoramic cruise set against the imposing backdrop of the Karwendel Mountains and take in the spectacular scenery from a different perspective.

We continue on to Rattenberg, the smallest town in Austria. Built in the shadow of Rat Mountain, the town has a long history of glass-blowing plus a picturesque well-preserved medieval centre and rows of brightly-painted townhouses. Here, we visit the magical world of glass - the famous Kissling Glass factory and show room, where we watch glass blowers, engravers and painters at work.

Day 5 – Day at leisure

Day 6 – Optional excursion to Salzburg (£16pp)

On our optional excursion we spend the day in the enchanting city of Salzburg, lying at the northern boundary of the Alps. We have time at leisure to discover some of the sights such as the beautifully-preserved Old Town overlooked by the medieval Hohensalzburg Castle, offering panoramic views over the city. Salzburg is also famed as the birthplace of Mozart and filming location for parts of the iconic film The Sound of Music

Day 7 – Zell am See & Kitzbühel

Today we discover the natural beauty of the Austrian Tyrol as we tour some of the most picturesque parts of the region, including the town of Zell am See, nestled between the mountains and the shores of Lake Zell, and Kitzbühel, an attractive medieval town of pastel-painted houses and cobbled streets.

Day 8

Travel to our overnight hotel in France, with a light evening meal included.

Day 9

Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France (last night with a light evening meal)

y 6 nights all inclusive at the 3-star Hotel Neuwirt, Oberndorf: Welcome drink

Dinner & breakfast (including Farmer’s Buffet on one evening) Packed lunches

Free bar (until 9pm) on house wine, beer, soft drinks, tea & coffee

y Excursions to Rattenberg, Kissling Glass Factory, Zell am See & Kitzbühel

y Journey on the Ziller Valley Steam Train

y Guided visit and tasting at a Ziller Valley Cheese Farm

y Cruise on Lake Achensee

Optional excursion to Salzburg (£16pp)

YOUR HOTEL

Hotel Neuwirt, Oberndorf 

The 3-star Hotel Neuwirt is situated in the centre of the town of Oberndorf. This family-run, Tyrolean-style hotel offers panoramic views of the Wilder Kaiser and Kitzbüheler Horn mountains. All the alpine-style rooms have a balcony with mountain views, cable and satellite TV. The hotel also offers a restaurant with a sun terrace and free Wi-Fi.

Please note: in Austria, a twin/double room will have one double bed base structure with two separate mattresses and separate bed linen for each mattress.

Hotel accessibility information

No lift. No steps to entrance. All rooms on 1st and 2nd floor.

Single supplement £320

Lake Achensee

From

Mediterranean Sea

Adriatic Sea

Kitzbühel

Zillertal Railway

From £869 9 Days Sep

Get to know the shimmering lakes and mountainous vistas of Austria on this remarkable nine-day tour of Salzburg and the Austrian Lake District! Surrounded by exquisite natural beauty, Austria’s lake district feels like it was taken from the pages of a storybook, filled with ancient castles, dramatic unspoilt landscapes, and quaint villages from a bygone time. We explore the full range of this beautiful region’s hidden gems and relax among the breathtaking scenery on this unforgettable all-inclusive break to the heart of Austria.

ITINERARY

Day 1

Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2

We continue to our hotel in Altenmarkt-Zauchensee, Austria.

Day 3

– Berchtesgaden & Königssee Lake

Our first stop today is the Bavarian town of Berchtesgaden, situated just over the Austrian border. The local mountain range looms over the town, offering stunning views of the alps that are as much a part of Berchtesgaden’s character as the buildings or people. In fact, the town’s alpine backdrop has been a crucial factor in drawing visitors for generations, even making it a favourite getaway destination for Bavarian royalty. Here we have time to soak up all the incredible natural scenery and delve into the history of the area, including the significant role it played during World War Two. We then continue onto Königssee Lake, known as Germany’s cleanest lake as it only allows either electric, rowing or pedals boats to sail on it. The clear blue waters and breathtaking lush mountain surroundings make this a must-see destination when exploring the region.

Day 4 – Optional excursion to Zell am See (£15pp)

On today’s optional excursion we have a chance to discover the natural beauty of the Austrian Tyrol as we tour the quaint town of Zell am See, nestled between the mountains and the shores of Lake Zell. Explore the pretty walkways and extensive history of this calm town such as the historic St Hippolyte’s church, featuring the Pinzgau region’s oldest building remnants and whose high tower is the signature of Zell am See’s skyline.

Day 5 – Day at leisure

Day 6 – Tour of the Austrian Lake District

Today we tour around Austria’s striking lake district and experience some of the prettiest scenic spots in the country. We start in the quaint market town of Golling an der Salzach before moving on to Postalm, a winter resort whose spectacular mountain range attracts winter sports enthusiasts throughout the year. We stop in the stunning, fairytale-like town of Hallstatt which sits in the shadow of the nearby mountains and looks out over the beautiful Hallstatt Lake. Its 16th-century houses, romantic alleyways and sleepy shops and cafés make Hallstatt feel as though it’s from another era! After some time here we then continue on to the charming Bad Aussee and Schladming in the Northwest of Styria to complete our tour of Austria’s stunning Lake District.

Day 7 – Salzburg

A day in the enchanting city of Salzburg is next, lying at the northern boundary of the Alps. We have time at leisure to discover some of the sights such as the beautifully preserved Old Town overlooked by the medieval Hohensalzburg Castle, offering panoramic views over the city. Salzburg is also famed as the birthplace of Mozart and filming location for parts of the iconic film The Sound of Music

Day 8

Travel to our overnight hotel in France, with a light evening meal included.

Day 9

Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France (last night with a light evening meal)

y 6 nights all inclusive at the 3-star Brückenwirt Hotel, Altenmarkt-Zauchensee: Dinner & breakfast (including Farmer’s Buffet or barbecue on one evening)

Packed lunches

Free bar (11am-9pm) on house wine, beer & soft drinks

y Excursions to Berchtesgaden, Königssee Lake & Salzburg

y Tour of the Austrian Lake District (Golling an der Salzach, Postalm, Hallstatt, Bad Aussee & Schladming)

Optional excursion to Zell am See (£15pp)

YOUR HOTEL

Brückenwirt Hotel, Altenmarkt-Zauchensee 

The 3-star Brückenwirt Hotel is situated in the charming mountain village of Altenmarkt-Zauchensee surrounded by the beautiful Austrian scenery. The comfortable, en-suite rooms are decorated in an alpine style and offer a flat-screen television, free Wi-Fi and a hairdryer. The hotel also offers a restaurant, a Wellness area with a sauna and steam room, an indoor swimming pool and a gym.

Please note: in Austria, a twin/double room will have one double bed base structure with two separate mattresses and separate bed linen for each mattress

Hotel accessibility information

Please visit nationalholidays.com/accessibility or call our friendly reservations team for further details.

Single supplement £320

Salzburg

Königssee Lake

See page 23 for a tour of this region Grand Tour of Italy

ANCIENT CITIES & CULTURAL LANDSCAPES

An area of blissfully warm weather and vibrant history, the countries of Southern Europe are some of the most exquisite areas to visit in the world. The famous Mediterranean is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, almost year-round sunny skies and mild winters that make it an ideal getaway destination for every season. The ancient countries that form this region all have a dynamic past which has influenced the cultural landscape of the rest of the world and many of the striking monuments of these civilisations can still be found today, from the Colosseum in Rome to Alcázar Palace in Seville.

WINTER SUN IN BENIDORM

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France (last night with a light evening meal)

y Additional overnight stay on outward and return journey on a half-board basis on the Costa Brava

y 24 nights at the 3-star Pueblo Hotel, Benidorm with full board

y Entertainment some evenings

y Excursions to Valencia, Alicante, Murcia, Denia, Javea, Guadalest & Altea Market

y Services of a resort representative on selected days

YOUR HOTEL

Pueblo Hotel, Benidorm 

The Pueblo Hotel has a covered, heated pool and en-suite rooms that enjoy a private balcony and satellite TV. The spotless Levante Beach is just 500m away.

Hotel accessibility information

Lift to all floors. No steps to entrance. Ground floor rooms available in annex. Upgrade to the Avenida Hotel, Benidorm 

The Avenida Hotel is situated just 100 yards from Levante Beach in the heart of Benidorm’s Old Town.

The hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV, a buffet-style restaurant, bar, coffee shop, rooftop swimming pool, hot tub and mini gym.

Single supplement £499

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France (last night with a light evening meal)

y Additional overnight stay on outward and return journey on a half-board basis on the Costa Brava

y 24 nights all-inclusive at the 3-star Magic Cristal Park Hotel, Benidorm:

- All meals at the buffet restaurant

- Unlimited drinks in restaurants and bars (water, wine, beer & soft drinks)

- Light snacks in between meals

y Occasional entertainment

y Excursions to Valencia, Alicante, Javea, Denia, Murcia, Guadalest & Altea Market

y Services of a resort representative on selected days

YOUR HOTEL

Magic Cristal Park Hotel, Benidorm 

Located in the heart of Benidorm, the Magic Cristal Park Hotel faces L’Aiguera Park and is just 500 metres from the famous Levante Beach. The comfortable en-suite bedrooms feature a TV, tea and coffee-making facilities and free Wi-Fi, while other hotel features include a restaurant, bar, games room, indoor pool and a rooftop solarium with lovely views over Benidorm and the Mediterranean Sea.

Hotel accessibility information

Please visit nationalholidays.com/accessibility or call our friendly reservations team for further details.

Single supplement £499

Imagine spending almost a month in temperate Spain with the gentle waters of the Mediterranean on your doorstep and clear skies overhead. Benidorm was still a sleepy fishing village in the 1950s, but over half a century on and Spain’s most popular resort has grown into a lively destination with spotless beaches and a glittering skyline. With the chance to see more of Spain’s beautiful Costa Blanca on our fabulous included excursions, this break is the perfect way to kick off your New Year and beat the winter blues!

Our planned excursions take in the unspoilt beaches and charming towns of Spain’s beautiful ‘White Coast’; from the ancient, winding streets of Valencia, home of paella, to the thriving harbour town of Alicante. We also travel to the charming towns of Murcia, renowned for its stunning cathedral, as well as Denia and Javea. In addition, we venture inland to Guadalest for a half-day excursion high in the mountains and enjoy some time browsing the stalls at the famous local market in Altea.

Benidorm Old Town

The scenic Dolomites in northern Italy are a striking mountain range that rightly holds the title of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With stunning views, diverse landscapes and plenty of fresh air, it’s a spectacular place to relax and explore, and we do so in style with a whole host of scenic train rides. Picturesque journeys are a wonderful way to see this beautiful region at a leisurely pace – think sheer cliffs and impressive peaks combined with luscious valleys and tranquil lakes. With a trip to idyllic Lake Garda too, this is a truly unforgettable getaway!

ITINERARY

Day 1

Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2

Continue to our hotel in Molveno.

Day 3

– Bolzano, Soprabolzano & Collalbo

Today we enjoy a guided walking tour of the alpine town of Bolzano, the capital of Italy’s picturesque and mountainous region of South Tyrol. From here we take a cable car to Soprabolzano, making our way up to an altitude of 1,221m and admiring the views before we enjoy a nostalgic train ride to Collalbo. Take in the wide meadows and fields with views of mountain farms and glimpses of the beautiful Dolomites.

Day

5

– Caldes Castle & Assessorile Palace

We catch the train from Mezzolombardo to Caldes, where we can take in the scenic vistas before we enjoy a visit to Caldes Castle. Work began on the castle in the 13th century, and since its construction it has become associated with many legends as well as a tragic love story. Next, we visit Assessorile Palace in Cles to discover more about the history of this atmospheric palazzo

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France (last night with a light evening meal)

y 6 nights at a selected 3-star hotel, Molveno with dinner & breakfast

y Wine & water with dinner at our hotel in Molveno

y Excursions to Bolzano, San Antonio, Caldes Castle, Assessorile Palace & Lake Garda

y Guided walking tour of Bolzano

y Cable car ride from Bolzano to Soprabolzano

y Train journeys from Soprabolzano to Collalbo and Mezzolombardo to Caldes

y Rack railway from San Antonio to Passo della Mendola

y Guided visit to San Antonio

y Guided visit and wine tasting at a winery

y Cruise on Lake Garda with a stop in Limone

y Services of a local guide on selected excursions

YOUR HOTEL

Miralago Hotel, Molveno 

The 3-star Miralago Hotel is located in the centre of Molveno with panoramic views of Lake Molveno. Facilities include a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool and wellness centre with sauna, steam room and hot tub. The comfortable rooms have an en-suite bathroom, TV and free Wi-Fi.

Day 4

– San Antonio, rack railway to Passo della Mendola & winery visit

This morning we enjoy a guided visit of the village of San Antonio before taking the rack railway to Passo della Mendola, a 1,363 metre-high mountain pass where we can soak up more spectacular views of the Dolomites. Later we have a guided visit and wine tasting at a winery – the perfect way to relax and indulge!

Day 6 – Lake Garda & Limone

With its deep azure waters fringed by pastel-coloured villas and olive and lemon groves stretching out towards the foothills of snow-capped mountains, Lake Garda is the largest and, arguably, the most charming of the Italian lakes. We explore this gorgeous landscape with a scenic boat cruise, stopping at the picturesque waterfront town of Limone for time at leisure.

Day 7 – Day at leisure

Day 8

Travel to our overnight hotel in France, with a light evening meal included.

Day 9

Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.

Hotel accessibility information

Lift to all floors. No steps to entrance. No ground floor rooms.

Grand Hotel, Molveno  (24 June departure only)

Boasting a fabulous location with stunning views, the 3-star family-run Grand Hotel overlooks Lake Molveno. Featuring comfortable en-suite bedrooms with TV and free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, heated outdoor swimming pool, a wellness centre with sauna, steam room and hot tub, it’s the perfect place to relax.

Hotel accessibility information

Lift to all floors. 5 steps to entrance. No ground floor rooms.

Single supplement £320

The Dolomites

From £869 9 Days Jun & Sep

Bolzano

From

Stunning landscapes and relaxing surroundings await you on this break to two of Europe’s most picturesque regions, Lake Garda and the Austrian Tyrol! Famous for its breeze-rippled, sky-blue waters and pretty lakeside resorts, Lake Garda is renowned for having some of Italy’s most spectacular scenery and is a wonderful place to unwind. This is combined with time exploring Austria where we can discover everything from the snow-dusted peaks of the mountains to beautiful cities such as Rattenberg and Innsbruck. We also have the option to visit the stunning “floating city” of Venice to complete this tour of some of Europe’s must-see locales.

ITINERARY

Day 1

Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2

Continue to our hotel in the Lake Garda area, where we stay for the next three nights.

Day 3 – Scenic Lake Garda

We enjoy a scenic coach tour of Lake Garda, with its shores fringed by elegant period villas, lakeside resorts and historic towns plus olive and lemon groves stretching out towards the foothills of snow-capped mountains.

Day 4 – Optional excursion to Venice (£45pp)

Join us for an optional excursion to explore the unique city of Venice. Lining the canals are grand palazzos, many of them dating back to the 14th century, while other attractions include St Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs and of course the gondolas that ply their trade up and down the waterways.

Day 5 – Innsbruck

We leave Garda and head over the Austrian border to the beautiful city of Innsbruck with its magnificent backdrop of snow-capped peaks. There is plenty to see around the city, including the Old Town and the Golden Roof, built for Emperor Maximilian I as a royal box from which to view tournaments in the square below. We continue on to our hotel in the Austrian Tyrol, our base for the next three nights.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France (last night with light evening meal)

y 3 nights at a selected 3-star hotel in the Lake Garda area with dinner & breakfast

y 3 nights at a selected 3-star hotel in the Austrian Tyrol with dinner & breakfast

y Excursion to Mayrhofen & Rattenberg

y Scenic tours of Lake Garda and the Austrian Tyrol

y En-route visit to Innsbruck

y Services of a local guide on selected excursions

Optional excursion to Venice (£45pp)

YOUR HOTELS

Selected hotels, Lake Garda area & the Austrian Tyrol 

We’ll stay at selected 3-star hotels in the Lake Garda area and in the Austrian Tyrol. Each hotel features comfortable en-suite rooms as well as a bar and restaurant.

Please note: in Austria, a twin/double room will have one double bed base structure with two separate mattresses and separate bed linen for each mattress.

Hotel accessibility information

Day 6 – Mayrhofen & Rattenberg

This morning we first visit the town of Mayrhofen. Nestled within the stunning peaks of the Zillertol River Valley, it’s famed for its striking alpine scenery and traditional Tyrolean food. Afterwards we head to Rattenberg; Austria’s smallest city. Built in the shadow of Rat Mountain, it is known for its glass making and abundance of crystal glass shops.

Day 7 – Scenic Tyrol

Today we discover the natural beauty of the Austrian Tyrol on a coach tour of some of the most picturesque parts of the region.

Day 8

Travel to our overnight hotel in France, with a light evening meal included.

Day 9

Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.

Your hotels will be confirmed approximately 3 weeks before departure, therefore we cannot guarantee that the hotels will have a lift and/or ground floor rooms and may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

Single supplement £320

Lake Garda

Innsbruck

Venice

Austrian Tyrol

Lake Garda

The deep Mediterranean waters of Lake Garda are surrounded by delightfully distinctive villas, and orchards filled with lemons and olives, all in the shadow of stunning snow-capped mountains. This lush and rugged region is the perfect place to unwind and take in one of Europe’s most popular destinations as we visit the lakeside resorts and fascinating historic towns of the area. As well as plenty of time discovering one of the most breathtaking lakes in Italy, we also take in the spectacular scenery of the Dolomites on this Italian getaway – bellissima!

ITINERARY

Day 1

Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2

Continue to our hotel in the town of Toscolano Maderno, located on the Western shores of Lake Garda.

Day 3

– Cruising Lake Garda & Sirmione

This morning we board our boat for a scenic round-trip cruise on Lake Garda and enjoy time in one of the most postcard-perfect towns in the area. Set on a picturesque peninsula on the southern shore of Lake Garda, Sirmione is a beautifully-preserved town with a turreted 13th-century castle and maze of narrow, cobbled streets full of shops and cafés.

Day 4 – Optional excursion to Venice (£45pp)

Join us for an optional excursion to explore the unique city of Venice. Lining the canals are grand palazzos, many of them dating back to the 14th century, while other attractions include St Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs and of course the gondolas that ply their trade up and down the waterways.

Day

5

– Day at leisure

Day 6 – Scenic Dolomites (Molveno & Trento)

After an early breakfast we head out on a scenic drive through the Dolomites, a striking mountain range with UNESCO World Heritage status; think sheer cliffs and impressive peaks combined with luscious valleys and tranquil lakes. Along the way we stop in Molveno, where the crystal-clear waters of Lake Molveno reflect the peaks of the surrounding mountains, as well as the atmospheric city of Trento. Don’t miss

Buonconsiglio Castle, famous for its ancient frescoes and beautiful views, or why not find a pretty piazza and enjoy some Trentodoc, one of Italy’s most popular sparkling wines?

Day 7 – Scenic Lake Garda

We enjoy a scenic coach tour of Lake Garda, stopping en-route in Garda towards the southern end of the lake. The old town centre still resembles a medieval village, with its colourful houses along the antique alleys. There’s also a small harbour and lakeside promenade, the perfect place for a stroll, before we continue to Peschiera del Garda. From the spectacular fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to the pretty lakefront and pastel-painted shops, it’s a lovely place to spend some time.

Day 8

Travel to our overnight hotel in France, with a light evening meal included.

Day 9

Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France (last night with a light evening meal)

y 6 nights at the 3-star Garda Sol Spa Hotel, Toscolano Maderno: Dinner & buffet breakfast

6 drinks vouchers per night on beer, house wine & soft drinks

Italian evening with included glass of Prosecco

y Boat cruise on Lake Garda (Sirmione)

y Scenic coach tour of the Dolomites (Molveno & Trento)

y Scenic coach tour of Lake Garda (Garda & Peschiera del Garda)

Optional excursion to Venice (£45pp)

YOUR HOTEL

Garda Sol Spa Hotel, Toscolano Maderno 

The 3-star family-run Garda Sol Spa Hotel is located in the heart of Toscolano Maderno on the western shores of Lake Garda. The comfortable en-suite bedrooms feature a flat-screen TV and free toiletries while other hotel facilities include a restaurant, outdoor pool, sun terrace and spa with a Turkish bath and sauna (treatments are available at an extra cost).

Hotel accessibility information

Please visit nationalholidays.com/accessibility or call our friendly reservations team for further details.

Single supplement £320

Lake Garda

From £799 9 Days Jun & Sep

Molveno

Trento

Lake Garda

One of Europe’s most glamorous holiday destinations, the beautiful coastline that stretches west along France’s Côte d’Azur and over the border into Italy is the perfect backdrop for an elegant and relaxing getaway. A millionaire’s playground with glittering marinas, coiffured cliff-top villas and exclusive resorts, we spend time in scenic Diano Marina, pretty Imperia and have time to experience the glitz and glamour of Monte Carlo, famous for its historic casino. It’s sure to be a break to remember!

ITINERARY

Day 1

Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2

Continue to our hotel in Diano Marina.

Day 3 – Imperia

We spend a few hours in the pretty town of Imperia, renowned for its cultivation of olives and flowers. Shady trees and ancient buildings line the cobbled streets while the Old Town has many interesting shops that sell antiques, handicrafts and locally-made artefacts.

Day 4 – Day at leisure

We enjoy a day of leisure in Diano Marina, where it’s market day – the perfect opportunity to browse for souvenirs and gifts.

Day 5 – Optional excursion to Santa Margherita Ligure & Portofino (£24pp)

On our optional excursion, we join a boat trip from Santa Margherita Ligure, a lovely port town with a castle and 13th-century basilica, to Italy’s most sophisticated resort, Portofino. Famed for its picturesque harbour crammed with expensive yachts and lined with pastel-coloured houses, it also boasts a medieval castle perched on a hill above the town.

Day 6 – Monaco & Monte Carlo

We head to the tiny principality of Monaco, home to a historic casino, the well-known residential area of Monte Carlo and many rich and famous residents. Monaco is less than a square mile in size but brims with glitz and glamour! There’s much to explore including a bustling marina, beautiful royal palace and fantastic shops.

Day 7 – Nice

We spend the day in the picturesque coastal city of Nice. Set on a beautiful bay, this lovely resort offers a pretty seafront promenade, atmospheric Old Town and plenty of shops, cafés and restaurants.

Day 8

Travel to our overnight hotel in France, with a light evening meal included.

Day 9

Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France (last night with a light evening meal)

y 6 nights at a selected 3-star hotel in Diano Marina with dinner & breakfast (includes one candlelit dinner with sparkling wine)

y Free bar (7pm-10pm) on local Italian brands (beer, wine & soft drinks)

y Wine & water with dinner in Italy

y Free tea & coffee all day in Italy

y Live music one evening

y Excursions to Imperia, Monaco, Monte Carlo & Nice

Optional excursion to Portofino & Santa Margherita Ligure (£24pp)

YOUR HOTEL

Selected hotel, Diano Marina  We’ll stay at a selected 3-star hotel in Diano Marina. All the comfortable rooms are en suite with satellite TV and other facilities include a bar and restaurant.

Hotel accessibility information

Your hotel will be confirmed approximately 3 weeks before departure, therefore we cannot guarantee that the hotel will have a lift and/or ground floor rooms and may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

Single supplement £320

Monaco

From £829 9 Days Jun & Sep

Monte Carlo Nice

Imperia

Grand Tour of Italy

Italy is renowned for its scenic vistas, fascinating history and unique architecture, and is home to some of the world’s greatest works of art. Combined with a Mediterranean climate and delicious food and drink, it’s no wonder that the country is one of Europe’s most popular destinations! On this grand tour we enjoy many of Italy’s highlights, immersing ourselves in the country’s captivating culture while visiting wonderful cities. Experience remarkable Venice with its trademark canals, historic Florence, the capital of Rome and the beautifully-preserved hilltop city of Siena on this fantastic trip!

ITINERARY

Day 1

Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2

Travel onwards to our overnight hotel in northern Italy, with dinner included.

Day 3

We continue on to our hotel in Montecatini Terme, stopping en-route in Pisa, famous for its leaning tower.

Day 4

– Siena

We leave Montecatini and travel via Siena, a beautifully-preserved hilltop city surrounded by olive groves and vineyards, best known for its Palio horse race which takes place each summer in the Piazza del Campo. We continue south to our hotel on the outskirts of Rome where we stay for two nights.

Day 5 – Rome

A day in Rome awaits us, where we start with a guided city tour. Highlights of Italy’s capital city include the iconic Colosseum, the largest amphitheatre ever built in the Roman Empire, the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain and Vatican City, an independent state within Rome and seat of the Catholic Church. The rest of the day is free to explore the city at your own pace and choose a restaurant for an early dinner before we return to our hotel.

Day 6 – Florence

We head to Florence, undoubtedly one of Italy’s most charming cities. Just some of the city’s highlights include the Palazzo Vecchio, Giotti’s Bell Tower and the Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s lovely ‘Old Bridge’, which is still occupied by gold and silversmiths today. Afterwards we travel to our hotel in the Verona area, our base for the next two nights.

Day 7 – Venice

We explore Venice with a guided walking tour. This city is a floating work of art replete with locals lounging back in sunny piazzas with a spritz in hand. Boasting wonderful attractions, highlights include St Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs and of course the gondolas that ply their trade up and down the canals.

Day 8

Travel to our overnight hotel in France, with a light evening meal included.

Day 9 Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France (last night with a light evening meal)

y 6 nights at selected 4-star hotels in Italy with breakfast plus 3 dinners

y Excursions to Rome & Venice

y Guided city tour of Rome

y Guided walking tour of Venice

y En-route visits to Pisa, Siena & Florence

y Fully escorted by a tour manager

YOUR HOTELS

Selected hotels, Italy 

We’ll stay in a selection of 4-star hotels in Italy. Each hotel features comfortable en-suite rooms as well as a bar and restaurant.

Hotel accessibility information

Your hotels will be confirmed approximately 3 weeks before departure, therefore we cannot guarantee that the hotels will have a lift and/or ground floor rooms and may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

Single supplement £360

Florence

From £829 9 Days Jun & Sep

Mediterranean Sea

Florence Siena

Venice Verona

CORSICA

Rome Venice

Rome

Pisa

From £849 9 Days Jun & Sep

Join us for an unforgettable break based in the lovely Spanish resort of Roses, as we experience the breathtaking scenery of the Pyrenees aboard the region’s most famous railways. Journey through a mosaic of different landscapes and stunning views, from the clear blue waters of the Mediterranean to Cathar castles and the rugged beauty of the Cap de Creus Nature Park.

ITINERARY

Day 1

Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2

Continue to our hotel in the resort of Roses.

Day 3 – Roses Express Train to Cap de Creus Nature Park

This morning, we spend some time at leisure before we board the Roses Express Train in the afternoon. This road train is pulled by an ornate tractor-style engine and offers a wonderful means of experiencing the landscapes and panoramic views of the area such as the Bay of Roses, the clear blue waters of the Mediterranean and the rugged beauty of the Cap de Creus Nature Park.

Day 4

– Little Yellow Train to Mont Louis

Today we enjoy a trip aboard the charming Yellow Train, known as “the Canary” due to its distinctive colour. This little train’s journey climbs nearly 5,000 feet as it travels across the stunning Pyrenees landscape and even crosses the Cassagne Bridge, a rare suspension bridge that offers incredible views of the Tet valley. Our journey takes us to Mont Louis, home of the historic City of the Sun King, a UNESCO Heritage Site.

Day 5 – Day at leisure

Day 6 – Nuria Rack Railway

The Nuria Valley is a lovely hidden paradise in the Pyrenees. Only accessible by a rack railway, this scenic journey offers spectacular views of the picturesque landscape. We travel to Nuria’s Sanctuary, a spiritual oasis steeped in history, where we have some time to explore at leisure.

Day 7 – Red Train from Rivesaltes to Axat

We travel to the village of Rivesaltes for a lovely scenic rail journey. The Red Train is a 100-year-old railway line that slowly climbs up the valleys through a mosaic of different landscapes full of vineyards, gorges and Cathar castles, through tunnels and over impressive viaducts, to the pretty little town of Axat. Here we have free time to explore at leisure.

Day 8

Travel to our overnight hotel in France, with a light evening meal included.

Day 9

Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France (last night with a light evening meal)

y 6 nights at the 3-star Prestige Victoria Hotel, Roses with dinner & breakfast

y Welcome drink

y Wine & water with dinner at our hotel in Roses

y Journeys on the Roses Express Train to Cap de Creus Nature Park, the Little Yellow Train from Villefranche to Mont Louis, the Nuria Rack Railway & Red Train from Rivesaltes to Axat

y Services of a local guide on selected excursions

YOUR HOTEL

Prestige Victoria Hotel, Roses 

The Prestige Victoria Hotel is a stylish 3-star hotel situated in the seaside resort of Roses, overlooking the Santa Margarida Beach. The comfortable en-suite rooms offer air-conditioning, satellite TV and a private balcony. Other facilities include a wellness centre with an indoor swimming pool and sauna, gym, bar and restaurant. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

Hotel accessibility information

Please visit nationalholidays.com/accessibility or call our friendly reservations team for further details.

Single supplement £320

Roses

Roses Express Train

Tuscany – just hearing the word conjures up thoughts of culture, history and unspoilt Mediterranean scenery filled with lakes, mountains and vineyards. On this inspiring nine-day getaway, we escape to the Tuscan coast to bask in the beauty of this stunning region and visit the storied cities of Lucca, Florence and Pisa, where we can explore the mesmerising architecture and charming ambience of these classic Italian locales.

ITINERARY

Day 1

We board our ferry to Calais and stay overnight in France on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2

After checking out of our hotel we travel onwards to our main hotel in Tuscany, arriving in time for dinner.

Day

3

– Pisa & Lucca

We start the day in Pisa, one of Tuscany’s most popular destinations. Here we have time to explore the history hidden around every corner of this ancient city as well as the chance to take in Pisa’s must-see sights including the world-famous leaning tower.

Later we travel to the city of Lucca, celebrated for its intact Renaissance walls enclosing a cobbled centre in classic Roman grid-iron fashion. During our time here we can soak up the welcoming atmosphere that this Italian city has to offer.

Day 4 – San Gimignano

Today we visit the picturesque Tuscan town of San Gimignano. Cameras at the ready for the stunning medieval city walls and 14 sky-scraping towers which punctuate the hilltop setting and can be seen for miles.

Day 5 – Optional excursion to Siena (£24pp)

On our optional excursion we take the opportunity to spend a day in Siena, a beautifully-preserved hilltop city surrounded by olive groves and vineyards, best known for its Palio horse race which takes place each summer in the Piazza del Campo.

Day 6 – Day at leisure

Day 7 – Florence

Today’s exciting excursion takes us to Florence, one of Italy’s most charming destinations where we can take our time to absorb all the beauty and culture this historic city has to offer. Just some of the highlights include the Palazzo Vecchio, Giotti’s Bell Tower and the Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s lovely ‘Old Bridge’, which is still occupied by gold and silversmiths today.

Day 8

Travel to our overnight hotel in France, with a light evening meal included.

Day 9

Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France (last night with a light evening meal)

y 6 nights at the 3-star San Siro Hotel, Marina di Pietrasanta with dinner & breakfast (includes one candlelit Tuscan dinner)

y Welcome drink

y Free bar (6pm-10pm) on house wine, beer, spirits & soft drinks

y Wine & water with dinner in Italy

y Excursions to Pisa, Lucca, San Gimignano & Florence

Optional excursion to Siena (£24pp)

YOUR HOTEL

San Siro Hotel, Marina di Pietrasanta 

The 3-star San Siro Hotel is well situated in the relaxing Marina di Pietrasanta, only a short walk from the beach and with views of either the Tyrrhenian Sea or the Appuan Alps. The hotel features a bar, restaurant and a sun terrace and the en-suite rooms come with a balcony and offer a TV, hairdryer, air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi.

Hotel accessibility information

Please visit nationalholidays.com/accessibility or call our friendly reservations team for further details.

Single supplement £320

San Gimignano

From £749 9 Days Jun & Sep

Florence Siena

CORSICA

Pisa San Gimignano

Lucca Marina di Pietrasanta

Pisa

Lucca

Florence

Marina di Pietrasanta

Experience a rejuvenating break in Spain’s beautiful Costa Brava! Thanks to its sun-drenched climate, beautiful sandy beaches and thriving resorts, the Costa Brava has remained popular amongst holidaymakers for decades, and it’s easy to see why. Enjoy excursions to some of the charming resorts along this lovely, rugged coast, mixed with plenty of free time to kick back and relax, stroll along the beach, and take advantage of a great free bar offer at our hotel.

ITINERARY

Day 1

Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2

Continue our journey south to the Costa Brava and check in to our hotel in time for dinner.

Day 3 – Day at leisure in our resort

Day 4 – Tossa de Mar

We take a morning trip to Tossa de Mar, once a medieval town and now a popular seaside resort that has managed to retain all of its original charm and character. Away from the beach, discover the walled Old Town with its tangle of cobbled streets and enchanting castle.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France (last night with a light evening meal)

y 6 nights at a selected 3-star hotel on the Costa Brava with dinner & breakfast

y Free bar (3pm-10pm) on local Spanish brands (spirits, beer, wine & soft drinks) served in the bar only

y Entertainment some evenings

y Excursions to Tossa de Mar, Besalú & Figueres

y Services of a resort representative on selected days

Optional excursion to Barcelona with guided city tour (£22pp)

Upgrade to a 4-star hotel – see below for prices

YOUR HOTEL

Selected hotel, Costa Brava  We’ll stay at a selected 3-star hotel on the Costa Brava. The hotel offers en-suite bedrooms with balconies, buffet-style meals and regular entertainment.

Hotel accessibility information

Day 5 – Optional

excursion

to Barcelona with guided city tour (£22pp)

Today is a chance to join our optional excursion to Barcelona. We see all the highlights of this vibrant, beachside city with our guided city tour, including the bustling streets known as the Ramblas, Gaudi’s incredible cathedral, the Sagrada Familia, and the area built for the 1992 Olympics.

Day 6 – Day at leisure in our resort

Day 7 – Besalú and Figueres

A scenic drive along the coast awaits today. We stop first in Besalú, a beautifully preserved medieval town with a 12th-century Romanesque bridge over the River Fluvià, narrow arcaded streets and small squares. We then head to the charming town of Figueres, birthplace of the eccentric artist Salvador Dalí and a lovely spot for some souvenir shopping.

Day 8

We leave the Costa Brava and travel to our overnight hotel in France, with a light evening meal included.

Day 9

Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.

Your hotel will be confirmed approximately 3 weeks before departure, therefore we cannot guarantee that the hotel will have a lift and/or ground floor rooms and may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

Single supplement £320

Costa Brava

From £649 9 Days Jun & Sep

Besalú

Figueres

Barcelona

Besalú Figueres SPAIN

Tossa de Mar

SPELLBINDING SIGHTS

Commanding granite mountains that punctuate the sky, untouched valleys with glacial lakes, endless vistas of rugged scenery, exotic wildlife and majestic cities filled with breathtaking architecture, the countries of Eastern Europe offer a spellbinding array of sights. Whether you want to see the awe-inspiring opulence of Budapest or discover why Prague is known as the “city of a thousand spires,” you can experience it all with a tour into the furthest reaches of this fascinating and storied part of the world.

See page 28 for a tour of this region

Imperial Cities – Prague, Vienna & Budapest

This fantastic break combines three of Europe’s finest capital cities – Prague, Vienna and Budapest. These beautiful cities boast fascinating histories and cultures, with each having its own distinct personality which we explore on our guided city tours. Laced with Gothic architecture, Prague’s impressive castle contrasts with the bustling cafés and cobbled lanes it overlooks. Vienna is a stately city of grand Baroque architecture and a rich musical and artistic heritage while two halves of a city, Buda and Pest, have combined to make one wonderful capital, with the waters of the Danube flowing between them.

ITINERARY

Day 1

Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in Germany on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2

We continue on to our hotel in the Czech Republic’s capital of Prague, our base for two nights with dinner included.

Day 3 – Prague

We explore Prague with a guided tour this morning. Prague is one of Europe’s most impressive capitals, thanks to its grand squares, imposing Charles Bridge, Old Town, charming Astronomical Clock in the Old Town Square and Prague Castle, perched high above the city and reckoned to be the largest ancient castle in the world. After our tour, there’s time for a leisurely afternoon in the city and a chance to sample the local cuisine with an evening meal at one of Prague’s excellent restaurants (not included).

Day 4

We depart Prague and head to Austria and our hotel in Vienna where we stay for the next three nights. Tonight we enjoy dinner at the hotel.

Day 5 – Vienna

We discover the historical city of Vienna with a guided tour. Straddling the banks of the Danube, Vienna is an undisputed centre of art and culture in Europe and is famous for its grand buildings and squares, museums, opera houses and theatres.

Principal sights include the Hofburg Palace and the Museum Quarter. After our tour, we have time to enjoy the city at our own pace. Tonight, dinner is taken at a Viennese Heuriger (wine tavern) with wine and live music included.

Day 6 – Budapest

Today we travel south east to Hungary for an excursion to its capital, Budapest. This beautiful and dynamic city is made up of two parts, Buda and Pest, perched opposite each other with the majestic River Danube flowing between. We enjoy a guided tour of the city, seeing all the famous landmarks including Castle Hill, St Stephen’s Basilica and the grandiose Parliament building before taking some time at leisure to explore the city at large and choose a restaurant for an early dinner (not included). Later, we travel back to our hotel in Vienna.

Day 7

We depart Vienna, travelling back to our hotel in Prague, with dinner included.

Day 8

Travel to our overnight hotel in Germany, stopping en-route in Nuremberg. A light evening meal is included tonight.

Day 9

Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return coach travel and ferry crossings

y First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in Germany (last night with a light evening meal)

y 3 nights at the 4-star Duo Hotel, Prague with breakfast plus 2 dinners

y 3 nights at the 4-star Kaiser Franz Joseph Hotel, Vienna with breakfast plus 1 dinner

y 1 dinner at a Viennese Heuriger with wine & live music

y Excursion to Budapest

y Guided city tours of Prague, Vienna & Budapest

y En-route visit to Nuremberg

y Fully escorted by a tour manager

YOUR HOTELS

We’ll stay at the following 4-star hotels in Prague and Vienna:

Duo Hotel, Prague 

The 4-star Duo Hotel is a stylish, modern hotel located in a quiet area of Prague, a short metro ride from the city centre. Hotel facilities include a rustic-style restaurant, bar, sun terrace and free Wi-Fi. The comfortable en-suite rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air-conditioning and an electric kettle.

Kaiser Franz Joseph Hotel, Vienna 

Situated in Vienna’s elegant north-west district of Döbling, the Kaiser Franz Joseph Hotel is a striking and modern hotel fully equipped for a relaxing stay. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, lounge bar, fitness centre with a spa and sauna, and free Wi-Fi. The en-suite rooms feature satellite TV, air-conditioning and a balcony.

Hotel accessibility information

Please visit nationalholidays.com/accessibility or call our friendly reservations team for further details.

Single supplement £260

Budapest

From £899 9 Days Jun & Sep

See page 35 for a tour of this region

The Historical Paradors of Classical Spain

EUROPE BY AIR

Make the most of your holiday by flying direct to your destination. We understand that long journeys aren’t for everyone, so our tours by air offer you the chance to spend less time travelling and more time on the important things, like enjoying your time away! Our breaks by air include flights in the price of your holiday, so whatever your desired destination, whether it be a European city break or a Spanish beach holiday, travelling on return flights from a selection of UK airports is a highly convenient and handy option.

The French Riviera is one of the world’s most famous coastlines, with beautifully vivid colours and a mild climate. As well as its rich artistic legacy, we also discover wonderful gardens in stunning locations, beautiful villas and the famous Principality of Monaco.

ITINERARY

Day 1

We fly to Nice and transfer to our hotel in the heart of the city.

Day 2 – Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

The Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild is a chic early 20th-century villa built by Béatrice Ephrussi de Rothschild on the St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula. This morning we enjoy a guided tour of the villa, evocative of an Italian palazzo and home to nine separately themed gardens overlooking the Mediterranean.

The rest of the day is left free to explore Nice, an opportunity perhaps to wander along the Promenade des Anglais or visit Castle Hill, where the ruins of the former Château de Nice and other landmarks of historical importance can be found. This evening we enjoy dinner together in a local restaurant.

Day 3 – Prince’s Palace of Monaco & Exotic Garden of Monaco

We make our way to the tiny principality of Monaco, ruled by the Grimaldis since 1346. Its wealth came from the famous Casino, founded by Charles III in 1848. We visit the State Apartments of the Prince’s Palace of Monaco, the official residence of the Sovereign Prince of Monaco. Built at the end of the 12th century as a Genoese fortress, the palace was captured by the Grimaldi dynasty in 1297 and has remained in the family ever since.

Afterwards we head to the Exotic Garden of Monaco, an outstanding open-air botanical garden that opened to the public in 1933. With its stunning location along the edge of a cliff overlooking the bay of Monaco, it contains more than 1,000 species of cacti and succulents that have adapted to dry climates in various ways.

Day 4 – Day at leisure in Nice Day 5 – Cagnes-sur-Mer, Grimaldi Castle Museum & Renoir Museum

We spend the day in the picturesque seaside resort of Cagnes-sur-Mer, perfectly nestled between Nice and Cannes. The resort offers a long pebble beach and a charming fishing port, all overlooked by the

medieval quarter of Haut-de-Cagnes with its narrow lanes full of artists’ studios and galleries and stunning views of the Mediterranean.

Perched on a hilltop in the heart of Haut-de-Cagnes is the Grimaldi Castle Museum, a 14th-century stronghold that was subsequently transformed into a palatial home. One of its most striking features is the painted ceiling in the great hall which depicts the Fall of Phaëton. Today, it features several collections of contemporary and modern art.

Over the years, many famous artists have made Cagnes-sur-Mer their home and our last visit of the day is to the exquisite Renoir Museum, the family home and studio of Impressionist painter Auguste Renoir. It is a wonderfully evocative museum with many personal photographs and paintings, with the beautiful olive and citrus groves in the garden as much an attraction as the museum itself.

Day 6 – Cannes & Antibes

We head first to Cannes, where we spend a few hours at leisure. Enjoy the waterfront avenue, Promenade de la Croisette, lined with palm trees, picturesque beaches, restaurants, cafés and upmarket boutiques and visit Le Suquet, Cannes’ old quarter, with its medieval buildings, winding, cobbled streets and panoramic views of Cannes. From here we continue to the picturesque resort of Antibes where we have free time to explore. The historic Old Town within the ancient ramparts has retained much of its original character with quaint cobbled streets lined with pretty houses, boutiques and cafés. Port Vauban, the largest marina in Europe, is home to huge superyachts while the magnificent Fort Carré stands watch on the far side. This evening, we enjoy a farewell dinner together in a local restaurant.

Day 7

We check out of our hotel and transfer to Nice airport for our flight home.

Please note: on this tour a reasonable amount of walking is required as vehicular access is not always possible close to the sites of our visits. Often steep inclines and steps lead the way to certain properties. Therefore, we do not consider this tour suitable for persons of reduced mobility or those unable to walk unaided.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return flights to Nice

y Airport taxes and luggage allowance (one piece of checked-in hold luggage per person)

y Airport transfers in France

y 6 nights at the 4-star Hotel Riviera, Nice with breakfast

y 2 dinners at local restaurants in Nice

y Excursions to Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, Prince’s Palace of Monaco, Exotic Garden of Monaco, Cagnes-sur-Mer, Grimaldi Castle Museum, Renoir Museum, Cannes & Antibes

y Guided tour of Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

y Escorted by a tour manager in France

YOUR HOTEL

Hotel Riviera, Nice 

The 4-star Hotel Nice Riviera is located in the heart of Nice, close to the Promenade des Anglais and the beach. The hotel offers contemporary en-suite rooms, a lounge bar, fitness room, indoor heated pool and sauna (small charge applies).

Hotel accessibility information Lift to all floors. No steps to entrance. No ground floor rooms. 5 steps to spa and fitness area.

Single supplement £240

Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

From

Monaco

From £1,109 8 Days Oct

ITINERARY

Day 1

We fly to Toulouse and transfer to our airport hotel where we stay overnight on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2 – Nîmes

After breakfast, we start our journey eastwards, stopping en-route in Nîmes. The city has the finest collection of Roman remains in France including the best preserved Roman temple, and the mighty Arena, one of three large Roman arenas in the south of France. Nîmes also boasts an attractive and well-preserved Old Town with narrow streets and tree-lined boulevards as well as delightful gardens including the Jardins de la Fontaine, one of the oldest city parks in France.

We travel on to Orange where we check in to our hotel on the outskirts of the city, our base for the next five nights. Tonight, we enjoy dinner together at the hotel.

Day 3 – Orange

We head into Orange where we discover its many treasures on a guided walking tour. This compact city is rich in history, from its Celtic fortifications to its Roman monuments, two of the most remarkable being the Roman amphitheatre and the Triumphal Arch, both listed as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.

After our tour, the rest of the day is free to explore at leisure. Orange is known for its wines, the Côtes-du-Rhône, and there are plenty of shops and restaurants to choose from.

Day 4 – Avignon

Our destination today is Avignon where we start with a guided tour by petit train. This beautiful historical city is dominated by its impressive Papal Palace, once the seat of the Catholic Popes in the Middle Ages and one of the largest medieval Gothic buildings in Europe. This, along with its cathedral and famous bridge, has made the city a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are also beautifully-preserved ramparts, old alleyways, mansion-lined streets and lively squares to discover.

After our tour, the rest of the day is spent at leisure to explore the city at our own pace. Back at the hotel this evening, we enjoy dinner together.

Day 5 – The Camargue & Arles

This morning we enjoy a scenic drive through the Camargue, Europe’s largest river delta, a hauntingly-beautiful and unique landscape of salt lagoons, reedy marshes and rice paddies. The area is also home to more than 400 species of birds including pink flamingos, and herds of wild, white Camargue horses.

Next stop is Arles, lying on the banks of the River Rhône, full of shady squares, narrow golden-hued streets and sun-drenched terracotta-tiled rooftops. Known as the city of art and history, Arles was the inspiration for many of Van Gogh’s paintings and is famous for its ancient and Romanesque remains, including the exceptional Roman amphitheatre.

Day 6 – Aix-en-Provence

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return flights to Toulouse

y Airport taxes and luggage allowance (one piece of checked-in hold luggage per person)

y Airport shuttle transfers in France

y 2 nights at the 4-star Holiday Inn, Toulouse Airport with breakfast

y 5 nights at the 4-star Mercure Orange Centre Hotel with breakfast plus 3 dinners

y Excursions to Avignon, Arles, Aix-en-Provence & Lourmarin

y Guided walking tour of Orange

y Guided tour of Avignon by petit train

y Scenic drive through the Camargue

y En-route visits to Nîmes & Carcassonne

y Escorted by a tour manager in France

YOUR HOTELS

Holiday Inn, Toulouse Airport 

The 4-star Holiday Inn Toulouse Airport is located adjacent to the airport. This modern hotel features a bar and restaurant, a fitness centre, outdoor swimming pool (seasonal) and free Wi-Fi. The en-suite rooms offer satellite TV and air-conditioning.

Mercure Orange Centre Hotel, Orange 

Located approximately a five-minute drive from the centre of Orange, the 4-star Mercure Orange Centre Hotel offers modern rooms with TV, air-conditioning and minibar as well as a bar, restaurant, fitness room, outdoor pool (seasonal), garden and terrace. Hotel accessibility information

& Lourmarin

Often referred to as the city of a thousand fountains, Aix-en-Provence also offers elegant boulevards lined with beautiful buildings and a pedestrianised Old Town with winding streets, bustling squares, craft shops and boutiques. There are also numerous colourful daily markets dotted around the town.

We continue to Lourmarin with its narrow cobbled streets and buildings of golden stone. Listed as one of “The Most Beautiful Villages in France”, the village nestles amongst vineyards, olive groves and almond trees.

This evening, we dine together at the hotel.

Day 7 – Carcassonne

Leaving Orange, we make our way back to Toulouse, stopping en-route in the beautiful walled city of Carcassonne. Set high on a hill, this medieval citadel has a fairytale collection of drawbridges, towers and atmospheric cobbled streets. There’s also time to find a restaurant of our choice for dinner.

Later, we check back in to our hotel at Toulouse airport where we stay overnight on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 8

We check out of our hotel and transfer to the airport for our flight home.

Please visit nationalholidays.com/accessibility or call our friendly reservations team for further details.

Single supplement £280

The enchanting region of Provence in the south of France has it all; a scenic landscape with hillsides of olive groves, vineyards and orchards, picturesque villages, ancient market towns and historic cities full of fascinating Roman remains plus medieval treasures.

Avignon

Mediterranean

Carcassonne

Grand Tour of Portugal

Portugal is Europe’s oldest nation and boasts not only a wonderful cultural heritage but also beautiful and unspoilt scenery. On this fascinating tour we travel south to north, through timeless and stunning landscapes, visiting historic cities bursting with charm including the capital of Lisbon and ancient Porto. There’s also plenty of opportunity to sample some of the excellent wines for which the country is known.

ITINERARY

Day 1

We fly to Faro and transfer to our overnight hotel where we stay on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2 – Óbidos & Coimbra

Leaving Faro we travel northwards, stopping en-route in Óbidos. This picturesque medieval town boasts a well-preserved castle, a maze of narrow cobbled streets, traditional painted houses and pretty squares.

Afterwards we continue to Coimbra with its ancient buildings that cling to the hillside above the River Mondego. Portugal’s medieval capital for more than a century, Coimbra is famous for its university, founded in the 13th century, whose ornate buildings are classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Later, we check in to our hotel in Coimbra where we stay overnight. Tonight we dine together in a local restaurant.

Day 3 – Viseu & Peso da Régua

This morning we travel north, stopping en-route in the ancient city of Viseu, full of artistic treasures, historical churches and a strong culture of local crafts. Granite buildings line the atmospheric streets that wind up to the magnificent cathedral square.

Next stop is the small town of Peso da Régua where we visit a local quinta (vineyard) to taste some of the excellent Douro wines. The Douro Valley is Portugal’s principal wine-growing region where beautiful vineyard terraces are etched into the steep hillsides bordering the River Douro. We then head west to Porto and check in to our hotel where we stay for two nights. Tonight we enjoy dinner together at the hotel.

Day 4 – Porto

Straddling the banks of the River Douro, Portugal’s second city of Porto is also one of its oldest with an atmospheric medieval quarter with colourful houses and a maze of cobbled alleys. We enjoy a guided tour of the city where highlights include the 12th-century cathedral, Clérigos Tower and the Dom Luís I Bridge. Porto is famous for its port wine

trade and we visit a local wine cellar for a tasting of this fortified wine.

The rest of the day is free to explore the city at leisure and choose a restaurant for dinner before we return to our hotel.

Day 5 – Sintra National

Palace

Straddling the banks of the River Douro, Portugal’s second city of Porto is also one of its oldest with an atmospheric medieval quarter with colourful houses and a maze of cobbled alleys. We enjoy a guided tour of the city where highlights include the 12th-century cathedral, Clérigos Tower and the Dom Luís I Bridge. Porto is famous for its port wine trade and we visit a local wine cellar for a tasting of this fortified wine.

The rest of the day is free to explore the city at leisure and choose a restaurant for dinner before we return to our hotel.

From £1,219 8 Days Sep

Douro Valley

Dom Luís I Bridge

Porto

Douro Valley

Day 6 – Lisbon

We spend the day in Lisbon where we start with a guided tour. This wonderful waterfront city is spread across seven hills and offers beautiful architecture, ancient ruins, cobbled alleyways, rumbling trams and plenty of attractions.

Highlights include the imposing São Jorge Castle, the striking Belém Tower and the Jerónimos Monastery. We also visit the Maritime Museum in the west wing of the monastery for a fascinating insight into Portugal’s pioneering role in world exploration at sea.

The rest of the day is left free to explore at leisure and choose a restaurant for dinner. For shopaholics, there are plenty of shopping opportunities along Avenida da Liberdade and Praça do Comércio.

Day 7 – Évora Cathedral

Today we head back to Faro, stopping along the way in the city of Évora with the chance to visit stunning Évora Cathedral. The largest medieval cathedral in Portugal was built with rose granite between 1186 and 1250, and has had several additions over the centuries including the two great towers topped by conical spires.

From here, we journey south to Faro where we check in to our overnight hotel and enjoy dinner together.

Day 8

We check out of our hotel and transfer to Faro airport for our return flight home.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return flights to Faro

y Airport taxes and luggage allowance (one piece of checked-in hold luggage per person)

y Airport transfers in Portugal

y 7 nights at selected 3 and 4-star hotels in Portugal with breakfast plus 2 dinners

y 2 dinners in local restaurants including wine, water & coffee

y Guided city tours of Porto & Lisbon

y Visits to Óbidos, Viseu, Peso da Régua, Sintra National Palace, Lisbon Maritime Museum & Évora Cathedral

y Vineyard visit and wine tasting in Peso da Régua

y Port wine cellar visit and tasting in Porto

y Escorted by a tour manager in Portugal

YOUR HOTELS

Selected hotels, Portugal /

We’ll stay in a selection of 3 and 4-star hotels in Portugal such as the Faro Hotel in Faro, the Dona Ines Hotel in Coimbra, the Axis Hotel in Porto and the Mundial Hotel in Lisbon. All hotels have en-suite rooms, a bar and restaurant.

Hotel accessibility information

Your hotels will be confirmed approximately 3 weeks before departure, therefore we cannot guarantee that the hotels will have a lift and/or ground floor rooms and may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

Old Town, Douro River

Sintra National Palace

Lisbon

Évora Cathedral

From

Just across the Strait of Gibraltar from Morocco lies sun-soaked Andalucía, one of the most beautiful corners of Europe. On this delightful break we discover stunning cities steeped in history, with a culture heavily influenced by the legacy left by Roman and Moorish rulers over the centuries. Highlights include a visit to the striking Alhambra Palace and the vibrant city of Seville, set on the banks of the Guadalquivir River.

ITINERARY

Day

1

We fly to Málaga and transfer to our hotel in Torremolinos.

Day 2 – Ronda

This morning we check out of our hotel and make our way to Ronda, a historic town famous for the El Tajo Gorge. We enjoy a guided walking tour here where we can cross the 18th-century Puente Nuevo (new bridge) which spans the gorge and promises spectacular views. We then continue to our hotel in the Seville area where we stay for two nights.

Day 3 – Seville

Today we enjoy a guided walking tour of Seville. Situated on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, the city is home to the Andalucían tradition of flamenco and tapas as well as beautiful Moorish architecture, particularly the Alcázar Palace. Other highlights include the awe-inspiring cathedral with its La Giralda bell tower and the charming Jewish Quarter with its winding streets. We also include entrance to the magnificent Seville Cathedral.

Day 4 – Cordoba

This morning we check out of our hotel and make our way to Cordoba, where we stay overnight. Its historical city centre has a fascinating mix of Roman and Moorish influences which we explore on a guided walking tour. Winding our way through the maze of streets designed by the Moors to confuse any enemies who entered the city, we take in sights such as the Roman Bridge. We also enjoy entrance to the impressive Great Mosque and Cathedral (Mezquita), a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most beautiful examples of Muslim art in the world.

Day 5 – Málaga

After checking out of our hotel, we travel to Málaga for a guided city tour. Located on Spain’s Costa del Sol, this seaside resort has beautiful beaches with a modern skyline and is famed as the birthplace of Pablo Picasso. Admire the impressive cathedral; the Alcazaba, a 10th-century Arab palace-fortress; and Gibralfaro Castle, which sits high on a hill overlooking the city. We then return to Torremolinos where we check back into our hotel for the last three nights of our tour.

Day 6 – Alhambra & Generalife

Today we enjoy a guided tour of the Alhambra Palace, set on a rocky hilltop in Granada, framed by the stunning backdrop of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. With its exquisite Moorish architecture, it has been a fortress, royal palace and medina and boasts richly decorated rooms interconnected by arcaded courtyards graced with fountains. Connected to Alhambra is the 14th-century Generalife, former summer palace of the sultans, where the highlight is the magnificent gardens offering an abundance of flowers, orchards and water features plus many wonderful viewpoints over the city.

Day 7 – Day at leisure

Day 8

After checking out of the hotel, we transfer to Málaga airport for our return flight home.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return flights to Málaga

y Airport taxes and luggage allowance (one piece of checked-in hold luggage per person)

y Airport transfers in Spain

y 4 nights at the 4-star AluaSun Costa Hotel, Torremolinos with dinner & breakfast

y 2 nights at the 4-star YIT Vereda Real Hotel, near Seville with dinner & breakfast

y Overnight stay at the 4-star AC Hotel, Cordoba with dinner & breakfast

y Excursions to Ronda, Seville & Málaga

y Guided tours of Ronda, Seville, Cordoba, Málaga & the Alhambra Palace

y Admission to Seville Cathedral, the Great Mosque and Cathedral of Cordoba & the Alhambra Palace and Generalife

y Escorted by a tour manager in Spain

YOUR HOTELS

Selected hotels, Spain 

We’ll stay in a selection of 4-star hotels such as the AluaSun Costa Hotel in Torremolinos, the YIT Vereda Real Hotel near Seville and the AC Hotel in Cordoba. All hotels have en-suite rooms, a bar and restaurant.

Hotel accessibility information

Please visit nationalholidays.com/accessibility or call our friendly reservations team for further details.

Single supplement £280

Seville

Ronda

Alhambra Palace

Cordoba

The Historical Paradors of Classical Spain

7 Days

This magical break features a trio of

ITINERARY

Day 1

We fly to Madrid and transfer to our parador in Alcalá de Henares where we stay overnight with dinner included.

Day

2

– Alcalá de Henares & Segovia

Founded by the Romans, Alcalá de Henares is a sun-drenched maze of historical sandstone buildings. With picturesque pavement cafés, bell-towered churches and convents at every turn, it’s no wonder the city boasts UNESCO World Heritage Site status. During our guided city tour we admire the top sites, including the elaborate Renaissance buildings and the university; founded in 1499, it became one of the most important academic institutions in Europe. We also take a stroll along Calle Mayor, the longest colonnaded street in Spain. Don’t forget to try the traditional costrada pastries, baked by the local nuns.

For our next visit we head north to Segovia, where we take a guided tour to find out how this UNESCO World Heritage city is so utterly steeped in legend. Rumoured to have been founded by Hercules himself, the city boasts the best-preserved Roman aqueduct in the world, with its 166 arches spanning over ten miles through the valley’s rolling landscape. It’s also home to the fairytale Alcázar fortress, which inspired Walt Disney’s Sleeping Beauty castle.

We check in to the Parador de La Granja on the outskirts of Segovia, where we stay for the next two nights. We then enjoy dinner together in a local restaurant.

Day 3 – Ávila

In keeping with our magical kingdom theme, we make our way to Ávila, where we enjoy a guided walking tour. Clasped in the embrace of the perfectly preserved medieval walls which offer no less than 88 watchtowers and more than 2,500 turrets, the old city is crammed with Renaissance churches and has attracted pilgrims to the site of Teresa of Ávila, the patron saint of the sick, for centuries. The cathedral itself offers a patchwork of Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance interior decoration.

Day 4 – Madrid & Chinchón

Checking out of the hotel we make our way to the Parador de Chinchón, where we stay for the next three nights. En route, we spend the day in Madrid and enjoy a guided tour on foot and by coach to explore the Spanish capital, its cityscape awash with domes, spires and frilly Belle Époque architecture. We take in an array of impressive landmarks including the Plaza Mayor lined with cafés, shops and restaurants, the Royal Palace and the glorious gardens of the Retiro Park. And, no city does fine art quite like Madrid; from Picasso and Dalí to Miró, its world-class galleries have got the lot!

Day 5 – Royal Palace of Aranjuez Horseshoed at the confluence of the Tagus and Jarama rivers, the Royal Palace of Aranjuez and its stunning gardens have served as royal residence to Spain’s monarchy since the late 1800s. A trio of kings (Philip II, Ferdinand VI, and Charles II) were integral to its construction and the opulently decorated rooms are filled with portraits and other treasures exploring Spain’s royal history. Highlights include the Throne Room of Elizabeth II, the Prince’s Gardens, the Parterre and the Island. There is even an onsite museum featuring a collection of Spain’s royal pleasure barges. After our visit, we enjoy lunch together in Aranjuez. We return to Chinchón where the afternoon is free to explore at leisure. Take a stroll around the galleries or enjoy a sangria in the town’s lovely courtyards.

Day 6 – Toledo

For our last excursion, we head to Toledo. Atmospheric, cobbled lanes scurry down to serene river paths, which gaze out at the pretty San Martin Bridge arching over the River Tagus. During our guided walking tour we pass streets peppered with a contrasting mix of mosques, synagogues and churches and discover the Gothic cathedral, packed with famous works of art by El Greco. Don’t leave without stocking up on delicious handmade marzipan or capturing a snap of the imposing fortress, protectively watching over the city. This evening, we enjoy a farewell dinner together in a local restaurant.

Day 7

We check out of our hotel and transfer to Madrid airport for our flight home.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return flights to Madrid

y Airport taxes and luggage allowance (one piece of checked-in hold luggage per person)

y Airport transfers in Spain

y 1 night at the 4-star Parador de Alcalá de Henares with dinner & breakfast

y 2 nights at the 4-star Parador de La Granja with breakfast

y 3 nights at the 4-star Parador de Chinchón with breakfast and 1 dinner

y 1 lunch and 2 dinners at local restaurants

y Excursions to Segovia, Ávila, Madrid, Royal Palace of Aranjuez & Toledo

y Guided city tours of Alcalá de Henares, Segovia & Madrid

y Guided walking tours of Ávila & Toledo

y Escorted by a tour manager in Spain

YOUR HOTELS

Selected hotels, Spain 

We’ll stay at a selection of 4-star paradors in Spain including the Parador de Alcalá de Henares, the Parador de La Granja and the Parador de Chinchón. Each parador features comfortable en-suite rooms as well as a bar and restaurant.

Hotel accessibility information

Please visit nationalholidays.com/accessibility or call our friendly reservations team for further details.

Single supplement £240

Spain’s quaintest paradors; unique hotels located in converted historic buildings. Our itinerary includes Ávila, Segovia and Madrid as we explore stunning walled cities laden with turrets to hilltop fortresses and castles.

Segovia

From £1,219

Sep

Madrid Segovia Alcalá de Henares

Toledo Royal Palace of Aranjuez

Chinchón

Alcalá de Henares

The Pilgrims’ Road to Santiago

This unforgettable journey across northern Spain takes in part of the ancient pilgrimage route to the city of Santiago de Compostela, where the tomb of St James was discovered in the 9th century. Every year, thousands of pilgrims set out on foot, by bike, or even on horseback to experience this route, sometimes just for recreational reasons. Our coach itinerary gives us the opportunity to explore many of the beautiful and historic cities, towns and villages on this famous route in comfort, with the option to enjoy leisurely walks along parts of the Camino de Santiago (the Way of St James). With scenic landscapes and fascinating heritage to discover, this will be the experience of a lifetime.

ITINERARY

Day 1

We fly to Bilbao and transfer to our hotel in the city.

Day 2 – Bilbao & Guggenheim Museum

We start the day with a guided city tour of Bilbao. Situated on the banks of the River Nervion, this Basque port city is a wonderful mix of old and new with a quaint Old Town and striking 21st-century architectural buildings.

The major landmark of the city is the Guggenheim Museum. Opened in 1997, architect Frank Gehry’s spectacular twisting titanium-clad art museum has an outstanding collection of modern art with both permanent and temporary exhibitions which we have time to discover.

Tonight we enjoy dinner together in a local restaurant.

Day 3 – La Rioja, Santo Domingo de la Calzada & Burgos

We check out of our hotel in Bilbao and head to La Rioja, a region renowned for its wine. The rolling hillsides are perfect for growing the grapes for this eponymous wine and we enjoy a visit to a local wine cellar for a tasting of this famous red wine.

We continue to Santo Domingo de la Calzada, one of the Rioja towns along the Santiago bound pilgrimage route. The town boasts a partially walled old quarter, a labyrinth of medieval streets and beautiful Romanesque cathedral. There’s also the option to join a leisurely three-mile walk along the Camino de Santiago.

Afterwards we travel to our hotel in Burgos, our base for the next two nights. Tonight we enjoy dinner together at the hotel.

Day 4 – Burgos

This morning we enjoy a guided tour of Burgos. The city is on the main pilgrimage route and is steeped in history. The attractive centre has narrow streets lined with painted buildings and open squares while the main feature is the extraordinary Gothic cathedral – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Just outside the city stands the monastery of Miraflores and we have the option to take a leisurely walk along the River Arlanzón to this 15th-century Carthusian monastery (approximately two miles).

Day 5 – León

Leaving Burgos, we travel to León, originally settled by the Romans and another important staging post along the Camino de Santiago. Some of the city’s most prominent historical buildings are the Gothic cathedral with its beautiful stained glass, the Basilica of San Isidoro built into the old city walls, the Monastery of San Marcos, and the Casa Botines – a Modernist creation of the architect Antoni Gaudí. We enjoy a guided tour of the city including entrance to the storied cathedral, followed by time at leisure or the option to join a two-mile walk along part of the pilgrimage route.

Later we check in to our hotel in León where we stay overnight with dinner included.

Day 6 – Astorga, Bishop’s Palace, Castrillo, Cruz de Fierro, Molinaseca & Ponferrada

We check out of our hotel and head first to the historic city of Astorga, another key point of the Camino de Santiago. Here we visit the fairytale Bishop’s Palace, a modernist building designed by Antoni Gaudí which houses a museum dedicated to the pilgrimage to Santiago.

After free time for lunch, we continue to the charming village of Castrillo, where the houses and cobbled streets are built with the same russet-coloured stone. From here our coach climbs up to the Cruz de Fierro, the highest point on the Camino de Santiago and a symbolic place where pilgrims traditionally leave a rock. From here there is the option to walk along the pilgrimage route for approximately two miles.

Santiago de Compostela

Santo Domingo de la Calzada

Burgos

Santander YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return flights to Bilbao

We travel on to the village of Molinaseca where we enjoy dinner together in a local restaurant before continuing on to the town of Ponferrada, one of the major staging posts on the pilgrimage route, and our overnight hotel.

Day 7 – O Cebreiro, Portomarín, Monte de Gozo & Santiago de Compostela

Our first stop today is beautiful O Cebreiro. This rustic mountain village is home to a series of pallozas, traditional round stone houses with thatched roofs, and a pre-Romanesque church, the oldest remaining fully intact church on the pilgrimage route.

We then head to the riverside town of Portomarín where there’s free time for lunch before making our way towards Santiago de Compostela. We stop at the Monte de Gozo (Hill of Joy), the last stage of the pilgrimage route, from where we get our first glimpse of the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. There’s the option to walk into Santiago from here (around 2 ½ miles), finish the walk in the city’s square, or rejoin the coach to reach the city.

Later we check in to our hotel where we stay for two nights, before enjoying dinner together in a local restaurant.

Day 8 – Santiago de Compostela

The Galician capital of Santiago de Compostela is the final destination on the epic Camino de Santiago pilgrimage trail and we start the day with a guided walking tour of this fascinating city. The historic centre is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site with arcaded streets, Baroque squares and magnificent stone architecture, of which the famous cathedral is the jewel in the crown. The rest of the day is at leisure in the city.

Leaving Santiago we head towards Santander, stopping en-route in the beautiful medieval town of Santillana del Mar. We have time to wander the picturesque, cobbled streets lined with delightful stone buildings or browse the craft shops and galleries. The town also has a lovely medieval church with a walled cloister.

We continue to the Cantabrian capital of Santander. Some of the highlights of this beachside city include the historic Old Town with its narrow lanes and elegant cathedral and the Magdalena Palace, which was used as the summer getaway of Spanish royalty. There are also plenty of fine beaches lining the shorefront. Later, we check in to our overnight hotel in the city and dine together in a local restaurant.

Day 10

We check out of our hotel and transfer to Bilbao airport for our flight home.

y Airport taxes and luggage allowance (one piece of checked-in hold luggage per person)

y Airport transfers in Spain

y 9 nights at selected 3 or 4-star hotels in Spain with breakfast plus 2 dinners

y 4 dinners at local restaurants

y Excursions to La Rioja, Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Astorga, Castrillo de los Polvazares, Cruz de Fierro, Molinaseca, O Cebreiro, Portomarín, Monte de Gozo, Santillana del Mar & Santander

y Guided city tours of Bilbao, Burgos, León & Santiago de Compostela

y Entrance to the Guggenheim Museum, Burgos Cathedral and Gaudí’s Bishop’s Palace

y Wine tasting in La Rioja

y Escorted by a tour manager in Spain

There is also the option to walk along parts of the pilgrimage route including Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Monastery of Miraflores, León, Cruz de Fierro & from Monte de Gozo to Santiago de Compostela

YOUR HOTELS

Selected hotels, Spain /

We’ll stay in a selection of 3 or 4-star hotels in Bilbao, Burgos, León, Ponferrada, Santiago de Compostela and Santander. Each hotel features comfortable en-suite rooms as well as a bar and restaurant.

Hotel accessibility information

Your hotels will be confirmed approximately 3 weeks before departure, therefore we cannot guarantee that the hotels will have a lift and/or ground floor rooms and may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

Single supplement £240

Day 9 – Santillana del Mar & Santander

La Rioja

Santander

Santillana del Mar Santo Domingo de la Calzada

Bishop’s Palace Castrillo de los Polvazares

Molinaseca Ponferrada O Cebreiro

Portomarín Monte de Gozo Burgos

Santiago de Compostela

Bay of Biscay

AIRPORTS & PRICES DEPARTS Tue 12 Sep FLY DIRECT FROM THESE REGIONAL AIRPORTS, PRICES FROM 9 Bristol £1,519 9 Gatwick £1,509 9 Manchester £1,519 León

Santillana del Mar

Ciao bella! This eight-day escape is a true love letter to Italy. From Venice, a Casanova of a city with steal-your-missus good looks and star-crossed Verona to Rome’s head-in-the-clouds architecture and Florence’s breath-taking bridges, it’s hard not to fall in love with the romance of this country. P.S. whoever said ‘the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach’ must surely have been sat back in a piazza, menu in hand. Ready for a daily dose of tempting gelato and delicious, poetry-on-a-plate cuisine?

ITINERARY

Day 1

We fly to Rome and transfer to our hotel where we stay on a bed and breakfast basis for two nights.

Day 2 – Rome

A day in Rome awaits us, where we start with a guided city tour. Highlights of Italy’s capital city include the iconic Colosseum, the largest amphitheatre ever built in the Roman Empire, the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain and Vatican City, an independent state within Rome and seat of the Catholic Church. The rest of the day is free to explore the city at leisure and choose a restaurant for an early dinner (not included) before we return to our hotel.

Day 3 – San Gimignano

This morning we check out of our hotel and head towards Montecatini, stopping en route in the picturesque Tuscan town of San Gimignano. Cameras at the ready for the stunning medieval city walls and 14 sky-scraping towers which punctuate the hilltop setting and can be seen for miles. Later we check in to our hotel where we stay for two nights. Tonight, we enjoy dinner together at the hotel.

Day 4 – Florence

We head by train to Florence, where we enjoy a guided walking tour. Undoubtedly one of Italy’s most charming cities, don’t miss the Palazzo Vecchio, Giotti’s Bell Tower and the Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s lovely ‘Old Bridge’, which is still occupied by gold and silversmiths today.

Day 5 – Verona

We leave Montecatini and head to Shakespeare-famous Verona. This riverside heartthrob is a wonderful place to explore, complete with a beautifully preserved amphitheatre, pockets of pretty streets and, of course, Juliet’s House, where you can gaze up at her balcony and leaf through the love notes that surround the bronze statue of the young lover.

We then make our way to Venice Mestre and check in to our hotel, our base for the next two nights. This evening we enjoy dinner together at the hotel.

Day 6 – Venice

We explore Venice with a guided walking tour. This city is a floating work of art replete with locals lounging back in sunny piazzas with a spritz in hand. Boasting wonderful attractions like St Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs and of course the gondolas that ply their trade up and down the canals. The rest of the day is left free to explore at leisure and choose a restaurant for dinner (not included).

Day 7 – Day at leisure

We head back to our first hotel in the outskirts of Rome and have the rest of the day to spend as we please before we enjoy a farewell dinner together at the hotel.

Day 8

We check out of our hotel and transfer to Rome airport for our return flight home.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return flights to Rome

y Airport taxes and luggage allowance (one piece of checked-in hold luggage per person)

y Airport transfers in Italy

y 7 nights at selected 4-star hotels in Italy with breakfast plus 3 dinners

y Excursions to Rome, Florence & Venice

y Guided city tour of Rome

y Guided walking tours of Florence & Venice

y En-route visits to San Gimignano & Verona

y Escorted by a tour manager in Italy

YOUR HOTELS

Selected hotels, Italy 

We’ll stay in a selection of 4-star hotels in Italy such as the Domus Caesari Hotel in the outskirts of Rome, the Ambrosiano Hotel in Montecatini and the Sirio Hotel in Venice Mestre.

Hotel accessibility information

Your hotels will be confirmed approximately 3 weeks before departure, therefore we cannot guarantee that the hotels will have a lift and/or ground floor rooms and may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

Single supplement £280

Verona

From £979 8 Days Sep

Ligurian Sea

CORSICA

Florence

Rome

San Gimignano

From £1,069 8 Days Oct

Tuscany is one of the most beautiful regions of Italy, boasting stunning, vineyard-clad countryside, a lovely coastline, a fascinating history and impressive architecture. We discover some of the most charming villas in the area and visit some iconic Tuscan cities on this break.

ITINERARY

Day 1

We fly to Pisa and transfer to the Grand Hotel Panoramic in Montecatini Terme.

Day 2 – Villa Reale di Marlia, Villa Grabau & Colleverde Vineyard

This morning takes us to Villa Reale di Marlia situated at the foot of the Pizzorne hills. Once home to Napoleon’s sister, the villa’s 16-hectare estate has a timeless elegance. We continue on to Villa Grabau, a beautiful private house furnished with period pieces and paintings. The villa is surrounded by nine hectares of botanical park, where beautiful ancient lemon trees can be found.

In the afternoon we head to the Colleverde Vineyard where we discover the art of wine and olive oil making. Our tour here also includes a guided tasting of the ‘organic’ olive oil and some classic Tuscan varieties of vino.

Day 3 – Villa La Petraia & Florence

The day begins at Villa La Petraia, one of the most attractive Medici villas. Purchased by the Medici family in the 16th century, the villa’s courtyard is decorated with some fabulous frescoes.

This afternoon takes us to Florence, one of Italy’s most charming cities. Just some of the highlights include the Palazzo Vecchio, Giotti’s Bell Tower and the Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s lovely ‘Old Bridge’, which is still occupied by gold and silversmiths today.

Day 4 – Villa Torrigiani, Villa Mansi, Garzoni Gardens, Pinocchio Park & Casa delle Farfalle Gardens

Villa Torrigiani is a beautiful building located in a romantic, Baroque garden and this is our first visit of the day. Inside the villa we find 17th-century frescoes and original 18th-century furniture.

Our next stop is Villa Mansi. Highlights here include the frescoes of the central hall by Stefano Tofanelli, a Neoclassical painter admired by Elisa Baciocchi, Princess of Lucca and sister of Napoleon Bonaparte, and the gardens which are ideal for a relaxing walk. We then visit the Garzoni Gardens; some of the most stunning gardens in Italy. Set against the striking backdrop of Villa Garzoni, the grounds

beautifully unite Renaissance geometrics with the Baroque style. We have the chance to admire the lovely terraces and fountains here.

Afterwards we pay a visit to Pinocchio Park, where the author Carlo Collodi penned his famous tale, The Adventures of Pinocchio in 1883. Then, to end our day, we head to the nearby Casa delle Farfalle Gardens, packed with tinkling waterfalls, a colourful butterfly house and wonderful views of Tuscany.

Day 5 – Lucca, Palazzo Pfanner & Lucca Cathedral

We spend the day in the city of Lucca, brimming with history and famous for its intact Renaissance walls enclosing a cobbled centre in classic Roman grid-iron fashion.

We visit Palazzo Pfanner, a beautiful 17th-century palace still owned by the Pfanner family. Explore the impressive grounds and admire the frescoed main reception room, once home to Felix Pfanner. Originally from Austria, Felix became the first beer manufacturer in Lucca, brewing it in the mansion’s cellars from 1846 until 1929.

Afterwards, we visit Lucca Cathedral. Located in a secluded part of the old city centre, the cathedral was consecrated by Pope Alexander II in 1070. The exterior of the building, with its striking bell tower, was later added to give it the elaborate look that we can see today.

Day 6 – Palazzo Mediceo di Seravezza & Viareggio

Today begins with a guided tour at the Palazzo Mediceo di Seravezza. Built in the 16th century on the request of Cosimo I of Medici, the palace now houses a public library and the Museum of Versilian Work and Popular Culture.

Afterwards we have some free time in Viareggio, a seaside city known for its sandy beaches. The long road running parallel to the beach and also provides plenty of shopping opportunities and eateries too.

Day 7 – Day at leisure Day 8

We check out of our hotel and transfer to Pisa airport for our return flight home.

Please note: itinerary order is subject to change.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return flights to Pisa

y Airport taxes and luggage allowance (one piece of checked-in hold luggage per person)

y Airport transfers in Italy

y 7 nights at the 4-star Grand Hotel Panoramic, Montecatini Terme with dinner & breakfast

y Excursions to Villa Reale di Marlia, Villa Grabau, Colleverde Vineyard, Villa La Petraia, Florence, Villa Torrigiani, Villa Mansi, Garzoni Gardens, Pinocchio Park, Casa delle Farfalle Gardens, Lucca, Palazzo Pfanner, Lucca Cathedral, Palazzo Mediceo di Seravezza & Viareggio

y Vineyard tour and wine tasting at Colleverde Vineyard

y Guided walking tour of Florence

y Guided tour of the Palazzo Mediceo di Seravezza

y Services of a local guide on excursions

YOUR HOTEL

Grand Hotel Panoramic, Montecatini Terme 

The 4-star Grand Hotel Panoramic is situated on the north side of the spa town of Montecatini Terme, about a ten-minute walk from the centre. Surrounded by lovely gardens, the hotel features a bar, restaurant, outdoor swimming pool with sun terrace plus a spa and wellness centre. All the en-suite rooms offer a minibar, TV, hairdryer, air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Hotel accessibility information

Please visit nationalholidays.com/accessibility or call our friendly reservations team for further details.

Single supplement £280

Villa La Petraia

CORSICA

Florence

Florence Lucca

Treasures of Berlin

Of all our European tours, this is the shiniest. For the magpies among us, our Berlin city break is a veritable nest of glittering treasures. Famed for its opulent palaces that date back to the Kingdom of Prussia, we discover a gold mine of lavish Baroque and Rococo architecture, richly decorated Stucco interiors and exquisitely manicured parks. Signature sights include the stunning Sanssouci Palace and Cecilienhof, where the Potsdam Conference took place. There is also time to soak up the vibrant culture of Germany’s fascinating capital city, which has experienced so much change in recent years.

ITINERARY

Day 1

We fly to Berlin and transfer to our hotel in the heart of the city.

Day 2 – Berlin

This morning we get to know Berlin. It may be a rather big city but, luckily for us, all the best areas are lovely and compact. Once divided, now reunited, it really is full of contrasts with a variety of historical and modern attractions. We enjoy a guided walking tour which covers some of the most important sights including the Brandenburg Gate, a former symbol of the divided city. After our tour, the rest of the day is left free to discover more of Berlin at leisure and, living up to the charms of its ‘live and let live’ motto, it’s a wonderfully relaxed place to explore. Later, we enjoy dinner together back at the hotel.

Day 3 – Schönhausen Palace & River Cruise Schönhausen Palace provided the backdrop for many important political and historical moments. Originally a manor house was built on the site in the 1660s before King Friedrich II gifted it to his wife, who used it as a summer residence and adored the opulent rooms, Stucco ceilings and colourful floral carpets, which we admire during our visit. Later, Wilhelm Pieck used the residence as his official seat during his time as president of the German Democratic Republic after the partition of Germany. The presidential garden is a reminder of this time.

Later, we enjoy a river cruise through the centre of the city, taking in a selection of iconic sights from a new perspective. Cameras at the ready for the fascinating cityscape, including the silhouette of the stunning domed Berlin Cathedral on Museum Island, as we meander along the River Spree.

After spotting the famous cathedral from our river cruise, today we get up close with an audio-guided tour. The majestic Italian Renaissance-style structure is flanked by four Baroque towers and envelopes equally lavish interiors, from a marble and onyx altar to elaborate mosaics. It served as the court church for the Hohenzollern dynasty, the monarchy of Prussia and later the German Emperors.

Our next stop is Charlottenburg Palace. Built at the end of the 17th century, it is one of Berlin’s key reminders of the splendour of the Hohenzollern clan, who ruled until 1918. Packed with treasures from the grand Rococo ballroom and collections of precious porcelain to the silver vault; glittering with the remaining pieces of the Prussian crown jewels, there is so much to discover in this former royal residence. The leafy palace park is also well worth a wander after we see the first-ever bathroom in a Baroque palace!

Day 4 – Berlin Cathedral & Charlottenburg Palace

Charlottenburg Palace

From £969 7 Days Jul

Brandenburg Gate

Sanssouci Palace

We visit Sanssouci Palace where we enjoy an audio-guided tour. Sans soucI, which means ‘without a care’, was the much-loved summer retreat of the Prussian King; Friedrich the Great. The Rococo palace sits pretty above the vineyard-festooned terraces, and inside the intimate suites still boast their original decorations. Outside, the sprawling grounds are as impressive as ever, with the Chinese House and Orangery proving to be the most relaxing of hideaways. The king’s grave is on the highest terrace on the hill, buried next to his beloved greyhounds.

Afterwards, we head to Cecilienhof, an English-style mock Tudor curiosity, which seems in stark contrast to the luxurious palaces we have visited so far. Though humble from the outside, this was actually the location where world history was made when the Allied powers met here after the Second World War to discuss the occupation of Germany. Originally built in 1913 by Kaiser Wilhelm II, it was the last palace constructed by the Hohenzollern clan before it went on to serve as the location for the Potsdam Conference, attended by Josef Stalin, Harry Truman and Winston Churchill in 1945.

Formally an 18th-century manor house, Schloss Britz was once home to Prussian ministers and high-ranking court officials. It attracted tourists early on due to its library and picture gallery that sit behind a lovely neo-Renaissance façade. These days it houses an exhibition all about the way in which people lived during Germany’s late 19th-century industrialisation.

This afternoon takes us to Berlin’s Botanic Garden, an enchanting 43 hectares of flowers rippling in the breeze. From medicinal plants and roses to an Italian garden and an art nouveau Tropical Greenhouse packed with giant water lilies and a bamboo forest, this floral nirvana boasts a collection of 20,000 plant species. A truly colourful way to end our final excursion!

This evening we enjoy a farewell dinner together at the hotel.

Day 7

We check out of our hotel and transfer to Berlin airport for our return flight home.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return flights to Berlin

y Airport taxes and luggage allowance (one piece of checked-in hold luggage per person)

y Airport transfers in Germany

y 6 nights at the 4-star Park Inn Alexanderplatz, Berlin with breakfast plus 2 dinners

y Excursions to Schönhausen Palace, Berlin Cathedral, Charlottenburg Palace, Sanssouci Palace, Cecilienhof, Schloss Britz & Botanic Garden

y Audio-guided tours of Berlin Cathedral & Sanssouci Palace

y Guided walking tour of Berlin

y Scenic river cruise of Berlin

y Escorted by a tour manager in Germany

YOUR HOTEL

Park Inn Alexanderplatz, Berlin 

Being Berlin’s tallest hotel, the 4-star Park Inn is striking and modern. Situated directly in Alexanderplatz Square, it’s centrally located to see the city’s top sites. The stylish bedrooms have en-suite marble bathrooms with power showers and heated floors. Hotel facilities include multiple restaurants, a bar and free Wi-Fi, plus the wellness centre offers a sauna and gym. There is also a lovely top-floor terrace, which offers fabulous views of central Berlin. Hotel accessibility information

Lift to all floors. No steps to entrance. No ground floor rooms.

Single supplement £240

AIRPORTS &

Day 5 – Sanssouci Palace & Cecilienhof

Day 6 – Schloss Britz & Botanic Garden

Berlin Cathedral

Berlin Cathedral

Berlin

Schloss Britz Charlottenburg Palace

Schönhausen Palace

Cecilienhof Sanssouci Palace

River Spree GERMANY

Cecilienhof

From £1,269 8 Days Jul

We explore the stunning natural beauty of the three premier royal capital cities of Scandinavia and discover their highlights on fascinating guided tours. Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm are all known for their fresh clean air, a plethora of parks, green spaces and beautiful architecture including grand royal palaces, all in picturesque waterfront settings.

ITINERARY

Day 1

We fly to Copenhagen and transfer to our hotel in the city where we stay for two nights. The evening is left free to enjoy dinner in a restaurant of your choice.

Day 2 – Copenhagen

Denmark’s capital of Copenhagen is home to the world’s oldest monarchy. Around the city there are castles, palaces, monuments and statues, the most famous being the Little Mermaid. The city also boasts many parks and gardens, including the enchanting Tivoli Gardens and myriad shopping streets. A network of charming canals

thread through the city and its lovely waterfront is lined with colourful buildings. We see some of these sights on our guided city coach tour, followed by free time to explore at leisure. Tonight, we enjoy dinner together back at the hotel.

Day 3 – Øresund Bridge & Oslo

Today we transfer between Copenhagen and Oslo, enjoying the scenery along the way. We leave Copenhagen over the impressive Øresund Bridge, and arrive in Sweden where we head northwards before crossing the border into Norway and travel on to our hotel in Oslo, our base for the next two nights. We enjoy dinner together at this hotel this evening.

Day 4 – Oslo

We enjoy a guided city tour of Oslo. Norway’s capital city is built on the shores of the Oslo Fjord surrounded by rolling hills and forests. Parks and open green spaces are an integral part of the landscape of Oslo including the renowned Vigeland Sculpture Park. Other attractions include the Royal Palace, the medieval Akershus Castle which dominates the harbour front and the magnificent modern Opera House made of marble and glass. After our tour of the city we have free time to look around for ourselves; perhaps pay a visit to Oslo’s Bygdøy peninsula, where you’ll find the Norwegian Maritime Museum and the Viking Ship Museum.

There is time to find a local restaurant to enjoy dinner before we return to our hotel.

Copenhagen

Øresund Bridge

Oslo

Stockholm

Day 6 – Stockholm

Located on the Baltic Sea and spread out over 14 islands, over a third of Sweden’s capital city of Stockholm is made up of waterways, and a third more is green spaces. We enjoy a guided city tour to see its highlights, including the Old Town, one of the largest and best-preserved medieval city centres in Europe, with narrow winding cobblestone streets and buildings in golden hues, also the location of the Royal Palace and Stockholm Cathedral. After our guided tour, there’s free time to explore at leisure and to find a local restaurant to enjoy dinner before we return to our hotel.

Day 7 – Copenhagen

We travel back through Sweden towards Copenhagen, again crossing the Øresund Bridge, for our final overnight hotel stay with dinner included.

Day 8

We check out of our hotel and transfer to Copenhagen airport for our flight home.

YOUR BREAK INCLUDES

y Return flights to Copenhagen

y Airport taxes and luggage allowance (one piece of checked-in hold luggage per person)

y Airport transfers in Denmark

y 3 nights at the 4-star Scandic Sydhavnen, Copenhagen with breakfast plus 2 dinners

y 2 nights at the 3-star Scandic Sjølyst, Oslo with breakfast plus 1 dinner

y 2 nights at the 4-star Park Inn Hammarby Sjöstad, Stockholm with breakfast plus 1 dinner

y Guided city tours of Copenhagen, Oslo & Stockholm

y Escorted by a tour manager in Scandinavia

YOUR HOTELS

Selected hotels, Scandinavia /

We’ll stay at a selection of 3 or 4-star hotels in Scandinavia, such as the Scandic Sydhavnen in Copenhagen, the Scandic Sjølyst in Oslo, and the Park Inn Hammarby Sjöstad near Stockholm. Each hotel features comfortable en-suite rooms as well as a bar and restaurant. Meals may be buffet style.

Hotel accessibility information Please visit nationalholidays.com/accessibility or call our friendly reservations team for further details.

Single supplement £495

AIRPORTS &

Oslo

Day 5 – Stockholm area

We check out of our hotel and head towards Stockholm. After crossing the border, we travel across Sweden to the east coast where we check in to our hotel in the Stockholm area for the next two nights. We enjoy dinner together at the hotel this evening.

DENMARK

Øresund Bridge

Copenhagen

Midlands

Acocks Green 03:00-04:00

Birmingham 03:00-04:00

Derby 02:00-03:00

Dudley 02:30-03:30

Leicester (Fosse Park) 03:00-04:00

Leicester 03:00-04:00

Loughborough 02:30-03:30

Milton Keynes 02:30-03:30

Northampton 04:00-05:00

Nottingham 02:00-03:00

Solihull 03:30-04:30

Walsall 02:30-03:30

Wolverhampton 02:30-04:30

North East England

Billingham 23:30-00:30

Darlington 23:30-00:30

Hartlepool 23:00-00:00

Peterlee 23:00-00:00

Stockton-on-Tees 23:30-00:30

Middlesbrough 23:30-00:30

Gateshead 21:30-22:30

Heworth 21:30-22:30

Newcastle-upon-Tyne 21:30-22:30

North Shields 21:30-22:30

Wallsend 21:30-22:30

Whitley Bay 21:30-22:30

Chester-le-Street 21:30-22:30

Durham 22:00-23:00

South Shields 21:30-22:30

Sunderland 21:30-22:30

Washington 21:30-22:30

North West England

Blackburn 22:30-23:30

Blackpool 22:30-23:30

Bolton 22:30-23:30

Cleveleys 22:30-23:30

Preston 22:30-23:30

Wigan 22:30-23:30

Birkenhead 22:30-23:30

Liverpool 22:30-23:30

St Helens 22:30-23:30

Warrington 23:00-00:00

Altrincham 23:00-00:00

Ashton-under-Lyne 23:00-00:00

Bury 23:00-00:00

Manchester 23:00-00:00

Oldham 23:00-00:00

Rochdale 23:00-00:00

Stockport 23:00-00:00

Yorkshire

Bridlington 22:30-23:30

Filey 22:30-23:30

Scarborough 22:30-23:30

Anlaby 23:30-00:30

Beverley 23:30-00:30

Cottingham 23:30-00:30

Elloughton 23:30-00:30

Goole 23:30-00:30

Hessle 23:30-00:30

Hull 23:30-00:30

Chesterfield 01:00-02:00

Doncaster 01:00-02:00

Mansfield 01:00-02:00

Rotherham 01:00-02:00

Sheffield 01:00-02:00

Sutton-in-Ashfield 01:00-02:00

Barnsley 01:00-02:00

Bradford 23:00-00:00

Halifax 23:00-00:00

Huddersfield 23:00-00:00

Castleford 23:00-00:00

Dewsbury 23:00-00:00

Leeds 23:00-00:00

Wakefield 23:00-00:00

York 23:00-00:00

Pickups by Coach

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Acocks Green, Altrincham, Anlaby, Ashton-under-Lyne, Beverley, Birkenhead, Birmingham, Blackburn, Blackpool, Bolton, Bury, Castleford, Chesterfield, Cleveleys, Cottingham, Derby, Dewsbury, Doncaster, Dudley, Elloughton, Goole, Hessle, Hull, Leeds, Leicester, Leicester (Fosse Park), Liverpool, Loughborough, Manchester, Mansfield, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Nottingham, Oldham, Preston, Rochdale, Rotherham, Sheffield, Solihull, St Helens, Stockport, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Wakefield,

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I have to pay a single supplement?

It is standard practice in the hotel trade to charge for single occupancy of a room as the cost of providing heating, lighting and cleaning etc, is the same regardless of the number of people occupying it.

Will my pickup point change?

All available pickup points are shown for each tour. Please note however, that pickup points are dependent on National Holidays receiving minimum bookings from those locations. On occasions it may be necessary to move your requested pickup point after booking to ensure that your holiday can still operate. You will be notified of any change to your pickup with your final confirmation.

What time will my pickup be?

Pickups will be early morning or on occasion late the previous night – we provide an estimated time in this brochure by pickup town, please see page 44. The exact pickup time from your town will be advised two weeks before you travel. Return times will be late evening, as we expect to depart Stop 24 Services near Folkestone between 7pm-8pm.

Who is responsible for my luggage during my journey?

It is your responsibility to ensure your suitcase is on board the coach. Please make sure you see the driver place your luggage into the coach and, on the way home, carefully check you collect the correct luggage from the driver at your drop off point. We cannot accept responsibility for damaged or misplaced luggage or any personal items and, whilst we will assist you with the recovery of any lost suitcase, this will be upon receipt of the courier costs.

How much luggage can I take with me?

For holidays by coach, your luggage must be restricted to one medium-sized suitcase weighing no more than 18 kilograms (40 pounds); we cannot carry any additional luggage items. Also, we cannot accept responsibility at any time for your own personal hand luggage. For any holidays by air, the luggage allowance will vary between airlines and will be advised at the time of booking.

I have mobility issues – can I bring a walking aid?

You must advise us if anyone in your party has mobility issues – the minimum requirements are that you are able to climb the steps onto a coach unaided. Please read the tour itinerary carefully to make sure it is appropriate for your mobility level. Due to space limitations we can only accommodate a maximum of two walking aids on to each coach, either wheelchairs or walking frames so long as they are collapsible, therefore you must pre-book a space when you book your holiday and confirmation of this will be on our correspondence to you. Unfortunately we have to reserve the right not to carry any walking aids that are not pre-booked. We regret we cannot accept mobility scooters or motorised wheelchairs.

What do I do if I have special dietary needs?

Passengers are requested to inform us of any food allergies/requests at the time of booking and we will attempt to accommodate them, however special arrangements cannot be guaranteed. Passengers who are coeliac or follow a gluten-free diet are advised to contact the hotel before arrival to check if the diet is catered for.

Some customers take their own bread for breakfasts.

Customers with severe food allergies or dietary requirements are advised to make appropriate arrangements with the hotel prior to commencing their tour and speak to the hotel staff on arrival.

What type of food can I expect in Europe?

On our European holidays meals are included as indicated on each tour page. These may be waiter service or buffet style and will be a set choice group menu often consisting of local traditional dishes. Don’t expect lots of vegetables in Spain or lots of potatoes in Italy. Do expect pasta most days in Italy and pork in Austria. In brief, we offer you the opportunity to embrace local food traditions served the local way and not necessarily the British way. Breakfast will be continental with occasional hot options added in certain hotels.

Why do I need insurance?

At National Holidays we are committed to ensuring you are taken care of every step of the way, from the day you book, through to the last day of your holiday. Occasionally passengers fall ill or have an accident whilst on holiday preventing them from travelling home with the coach or on the return flight or requiring medical care when abroad. This may impact you financially; it is a company policy that all our customers hold some form of travel insurance, not necessarily the insurance National Holidays can offer, when purchasing one of our EU tours.

When do I need to pay the balance of my holiday?

The balance due date (the period before the departure date on which your full balance normally becomes due) is 10 weeks before departure for all Europe holidays by coach. For holidays by air, the balance due date is due with us no later than 10 weeks prior to travel. For European holidays of 14 days or more, the balance due date is with us no later than 12 weeks prior to travel. For bookings made after the balance due date, full payment is due at the time of booking. You can also make interim payments anytime between paying the deposit and the balance due date. For certain special or sporting events, full payment is due at the time of booking.

Railway excursions

Please note that journeys on certain railways may not always be steam hauled, even when pictured in this brochure as being so. Diesel locomotive trains are sometimes in use on certain journeys over which, regrettably, we have no control.

What do I do if I have a special request?

If you have any special requests, we will do our best to help but we cannot guarantee that they will be fulfilled, they are just a request. If your request is imperative to the enjoyment of your holiday, please inform one of the members of our reservations staff at the time of booking however, we cannot accept a booking on the basis of a request being guaranteed. General confirmation that a special request has been noted or passed on to our supplier is not confirmation that your request will be met.

All special requests are subject to availability unless and until they are specifically confirmed by us in writing.

Will there be a toilet on the coach?

Yes, all the holidays featured in our main 2023 brochure will be operated by a modern executive standard coach including a wc onboard. Regular comfort breaks will also be taken.

Will it always be the tour coach that collects me from my chosen pickup point?

Not always, sometimes we utilise smaller transfer vehicles to operate some pickups; these vehicles will transfer you to join the main tour coach. We do this in order to offer a wide range of pickup points and to keep overall journey times for the tour coach to a minimum. Please note: if you have booked front seats or any other guaranteed seats through our seat reservation service, these only apply once you join the main tour coach.

Are the excursions guaranteed to run on the day specified in this brochure?

Our brochures and itineraries are put together sometimes over a year in advance therefore, unfortunately, things may change before the tour takes place and some excursions may be swapped from one day to another.

Will there be tea/coffee makers in the hotel room?

This facility is unfortunately very rarely available in European hotels.

Do I need a passport?

All our Europe, Ireland, Channel Islands and Cruise holidays are sold on the basis that you are a British Passport holder. It is your responsibility to ensure your passport is valid for at least six months from the date of the tour return. On holidays by air within the UK you will also need a form of photo identification. You need to advise us if you are not travelling on a British passport for port security checks. In addition, any visa requirements are your responsibility.

What do I do if I’m not completely happy?

It is imperative that if you are unhappy about any aspect of your holiday, you raise the matter IMMEDIATELY with the coach driver, tour manager or accommodation provider. If you fail to do this and deny us the opportunity to rectify the matter at the time, we shall not accept any responsibility retrospectively. If the matter cannot be resolved immediately, it is a condition that you write to us, quoting your booking reference, with the details of your complaint so that we may commence an investigation.

Important Notice

All prices are correct at the time of this brochure going to print (December 2022). We reserve the right to change our prices from time to time. This could mean that when you book your chosen holiday, the actual price quoted in the brochure may have gone up or down. The correct price will always be confirmed to you at the time of booking. Some of the details within this brochure may have changed since going to print. When you book your holiday we will inform you of any change to any of the relevant details which have occurred prior to you making your booking.

Hotel Accessibility Information

If anyone in your party has mobility issues, please inform us at the time of booking. It is a minimum requirement that you are able to climb the steps onto a coach unaided. Please read the tour itinerary carefully to make sure it is appropriate for your mobility level. We also hold accessibility information for each hotel featured on our holidays, and are able to advise if lifts and/or ground floor rooms are available. Further details are shown in this brochure and are also available online at nationalholidays.com/accessibility. If you have any queries on hotel facilities in relation to mobility, please contact us immediately for detailed information. Please note: tour itineraries will be subject to local and government guidelines valid at the time of travel.

Terms & Conditions Extract

Holidays by Coach

Operated by Just Go Holidays Ltd trading as National Holidays. Coach package holidays and short breaks are subject to National Holidays terms and conditions which are available to read online at nationalholidays.com/booking-conditions. Bookings are accepted on the basis that you have read and understood them. Your booking is protected by Bonded Coach Holidays (BCH) and the Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited (ABTOT); this is a government approved consumer protection scheme. Tours offered subject to availability and government guidelines. Errors and omissions excepted.

Holidays by Air

Air package holidays are subject to National Holidays terms and conditions which are available to read online at nationalholidays.com/booking-conditions. Bookings are accepted on the basis that you have read and understood them. Prices are correct at the time of publication but are subject to fluctuation and availability. The final price will depend on your chosen airport, airline and flight time. Financial protection is in place via the ATOL scheme and terms and conditions apply. Please visit our website for more details. Errors and omissions excepted. Operated by Just Go Holidays Ltd trading as National Holidays, ATOL No.10889. One piece of checked-in hold luggage PER PERSON is included (hand luggage only on any break of 4 days or less) however; the weight allowance does vary between airlines. Please ask for details.

Hotel/boat transfers may be in shared vehicles. You may also have to await passengers arriving on other flights; for your convenience we will do our utmost to keep the waiting time to a minimum.

Prices are correct at the time of publication (December 2022) but are subject to fluctuation. All prices shown are per person, based on two people sharing a double/twin room. Single supplements apply. Calls to 033 numbers are free within inclusive minutes packages otherwise standard rates apply. Full terms and conditions will be provided with your booking confirmation. Also available on request, please call 03333 342 476 or visit nationalholidays.com/booking-conditions.

MONZA F1 GRAND PRIX & THE ITALIAN LAKES

From exhilarating Ferrari victories, opening lap pile ups and unexpected wins to Schumacher’s retirement announcement and Mclaren’s thrilling 1-2 after the controversial Verstappen-Hamilton collision of 2021…the Monza circuit has seen it all! Come and join the motorsport enthusiasts who flock to this ‘Temple of Speed’ for Ferrari’s home race, the Italian Grand Prix, one of the fastest and most prestigious events in the sporting calendar. With its long straights, electric atmosphere and the passionate Tifosi creating a sea of red, this experience is a must for any F1 fan!

INCLUDES

• Return coach travel and ferry crossings

• First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France

• 5 nights at the 4-star Hotel Concorde, Arona with breakfast plus 3 dinners

• General admission ticket to the Monza F1 Grand Prix on qualifying and race days, Saturday & Sunday

• Free time in Arona

Optional excursion to Lake Como (£15pp)

MONACO F1 GRAND PRIX & ITALY’S LIGURIAN RIVIERA

Glamour, excitement and a ticket to Formula One’s Monaco Grand Prix; this sensational eight-day break is not to be missed! Experience the breathtaking thrills of this renowned race first hand as the world’s best drivers daringly speed through the streets of this ‘millionaires’ playground’. Set against the stunning backdrop of Italy’s Ligurian Riviera, our break also takes in the sights and sounds of the beautiful Mediterranean landscape. With coach travel and hotel accommodation included, this is your perfect chance to attend one of the most prestigious events in the world

INCLUDES

• Return coach travel and ferry crossings

• First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France

• 5 nights at a selected 3-star hotel in Diano Marina with breakfast plus 3 dinners

• General admission ticket (‘Rocher de Monaco’) to the Monaco F1 Grand Prix on qualifying and race days, Saturday & Sunday

• Free time in Diano Marina

Optional excursion to Imperia (£7pp)