Johnsons 2026 Brochure

Your Holiday Planner 2026 (cont)

Our UK & Continental Coach Holiday Collection

As one of the country’s leading coach holiday operators, our tours have all been expertly crafted by our knowledgeable team. With trips taking place in the UK, Ireland, Channel Islands and Europe, we have a destination that will inspire you. So, join us and enjoy the ride with Johnsons.

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Look What’s Included!

/ Door to Door Service

/ Our own Courier Service

/ ‘Luxury Traveller’ Coaches with ‘First Class’ seating OR Club Class Extra Legroom Coaches as itemised on each tour

/ Half board Accommodation (Unless stated)

Not Included: All lunches, unless those stated

All Prices are per person

Departure and return times will be confirmed in your final travel pack

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HHHH Hotel Star Rating

Bedrooms

Mobility Grades

On most hotels we have added a mobility grade score from 1 to 5. Please note the higher the score the more suited we feel the hotel will be for those with reduced mobility.

RELAXED EASTER IN NORTH DEVON With Brend Hotels

Discover the unforgettable Easter experiences at the Park Hotel. This modern hotel is dedicated to offering outstanding accommodation standards.

Included Excursions

Saturday RHS Rosemoor

Sunday Appledore

For further information on this tour please refer to page 50 of our Autumn/ Spring 2025-26 brochure.

LUXURY EASTER AT THE VICTORIA SIDMOUTH With Brend Hotels

Join us on this luxury holiday to the outstanding Victoria Hotel overlooking Sidmouth seafront, one of the finest hotels in the southwest.

Included Excursions

Tuesday A free day in Sidmouth

Wednesday Exmouth

Thursday

For

LUXURY EASTER AT THE IMPERIAL BARNSTAPLE With Brend Hotels

Barnstaple is always a favourite with our customers and, whether you head off to the riverside or take time exploring the bustling high street, you’ll always find a warm west-country welcome.

Included Excursions

Tuesday RHS Rosemoor

Wednesday Barnstaple & Woolacombe

Thursday Hartland Abbey (Guided tour and cream tea included)

For further information on this tour please refer to page 50 of our Autumn/Spring 2025-26 brochure.

Monday 6-Friday 10 April 2026 4 Nights | from £785

BOURNEMOUTH & THE NEW FOREST

Bournemouth is a beautiful coastal town located on the south coast and is popular with visitors looking for a classic British seaside experience.

Included Excursions

Friday The Beaulieu Estate

Saturday At leisure in Bournemouth

Thursday Exbury Gardens

For further information on this tour please refer to page 51 of our Autumn/ Spring 2025-26 brochure.

Marsham Court Hotel, Bournemouth HHH

EASTER IN HAMPSHIRE & SURREY GARDENS

Hampshire is a perfect blend of city, coast and country. The county is blessed with the natural beauty of two National Parks and an abundance of history waiting to be discovered.

Included Excursions

Saturday Lymington and Winchester

Sunday Kingston-upon-Thames and RHS Wisley

Monday Waddesdon Manor

Hampshire Court Hotel, Chineham HHHH

For further information on this tour please refer to page 52 of our Autumn/Spring 2025-26 brochure.

Friday 3-Monday 6 April 2026

3 Nights | from £549

EASTER IN LLANDUDNO

Llandudno is one of the UK’s most charming seaside towns. The sweeping promenade, flanked by the Great Orme and Little Orme, is lined with elegant hotels of all sizes, whilst the pier and the shopping street behind the prom house all the traditional seaside fun.

Included Excursions

Thursday Tweedmill in St Asaph on our way to the hotel

Friday Llanberis and Caernarfon

Saturday At leisure in Llandudno

Sunday Anglesey, Plas Newydd & Plas

Cadnant Hidden Gardens

Monday We visit Chester on our way home

For further information on this tour please refer to page 53 of our Autumn/Spring 2025-26 brochure.

Thursday 2-Monday 6 April 2026

4 Nights | from £749

EASTER IN NORTHUMBRIA

Northumbria is famous for its coastline, castles and broad golden beaches. Many stretches of the sweeping coastline are designated areas of natural beauty, dotted with charming fishing villages like Bamburgh, dominated by its rocky fortress.

Included Excursions

Tuesday Alnwick Castle

Wednesday At leisure in bonny

Newcastle

Thursday Beautiful Bamburgh and Seahouses

For further information on this tour please refer to page 52 of our Autumn/Spring 2025-26 brochure.

Monday 6-Friday 10 April 2026

4 Nights | from £695

ROMANTIC JOURNEYS OF SCOTLAND

Join us on a delightful Easter tour to Scotland, featuring two Scotrail journeys that rank as the most scenic in the UK, plus a scenic cruise on Loch Ness.

Included Excursions

Monday Aviemore & Highland Wildlife Park

Tuesday The Kyle Line from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh – one of the greatest rail journeys!

Highlander Hotel,

HHH

Wednesday The West Highland Line from Fort Willian to Mallaig – another great railway journey!

Thursday Loch Ness cruise

For further information on this tour please refer to page 53 of our Autumn/Spring 2025-26 brochure.

Sunday 5-Friday 10 April 2026

5 Nights | from £849

Luxury Traveller

LUXURY TRAVELLER –DEVON

& CORNWALL

Combine two of Brend Hotels’ flagship properties on a holiday delighting in the best that Devon and Cornwall have to offer. Tick off Lands End (if you haven’t already), enjoy charming Falmouth and St Ives, relax in Barnstaple and head over Exmoor to the superb West Somerset Steam Railway, England’s longest heritage railway. We should actually call this the Devon, Somerset & Cornwall Luxury Traveller!

7 Nights from £1595

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel to Falmouth with time to relax ahead of dinner.

Day 2 A day in Falmouth today to get used to your new surroundings, however, we do include the very popular Fal River Cruise, a 2 hour introduction to the delights of the resort and surroundings.

Days 3-4 The classic round trip of Cornwall’s southwest tip awaits today. As we approach Marazion you will spy St Michael’s Mount across the water. We continue to Lands End, Britain’s most southwesterly point, ending the day at stunning St Ives. The following day is at leisure to explore Falmouth or to relax.

Wednesday 23-Wednesday 30 September 2026

7 Nights | from £1595

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 7 nights half board

) Excursions as described Not included: All lunches

Single room: £30 | Holiday insurance: £46

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

The Royal Duchy Hotel HHHH

Situated in an unrivalled location overlooking Falmouth Bay yet close to the alleyways and streets of Falmouth. This hotel offers the perfect stay for those wishing to relax whilst enjoying the finest modern cuisine. It may not suit some and traditional it is not, but the 2 AA Rosettes restaurant offers a luxurious and mouthwatering experience not to be hurried! Leisure facilities include a sun terrace, indoor swimming pool and snooker room. Mobility Grade 4 – Cliff top position with Isolated steps throughout. Lift & disabled access.

Day 5 We head towards Devon, though not before stopping in

to visit its excellent Bodmin Jail attraction. Our arrival into

is late afternoon ahead of our first dinner at the Imperial Hotel.

Day 6 We head through the natural beauty of Exmoor to Minehead, where we board the 20 mile long West Somerset Steam Railway, England’s longest heritage line, stretching from the seaside up to Bishops Lydeard

Day 7 After a morning to get to know delightful Barnstaple, we head for Woolacombe, a beauty spot and peaceful location on the North Devon coast. Day 8 After breakfast we depart our hotel, returning home in the afternoon.

The Imperial Hotel, Barnstaple HHHH

Located in the centre of Barnstaple, overlooking the River Taw, just a short walk from the shops. With the old-style charm of a traditional townhouse hotel, the Imperial has become a firm favourite of our clients.

Restaurant, ‘Colours’ Bar, comfortable lounge and garden terrace. Mobility Grade 4 – Locality flat. Hotel: Public areas level. Lift to all floors.

LUXURY TRAVELLER –DEVON COAST TO COAST

Okay, maybe we are a little guilty of hyperbole here, but this Luxury Traveller tour combines not only two Brend Hotels, but also the contrasting coastlines of both North and South Devon on one tour. Okay, it might not be Route 66, but this tour encapsulates everything Johnsons is about on an 8 day Coast to Coast adventure!

7 Nights from £1595

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel to Sidmouth with time to relax ahead of dinner.

Day 2 We drive to Exmouth for a favourite Johnsons excursion, also incorporating a leisurely river cruise on the Exe, sailing through calming waters.

Day 3 We include a half-day excursion on day to the excellent Seaton Tramway, a lovely scenic ride along the River Axe, through wetlands with an abundance of wildlife to the village of Colyford. We return to Seaton and by coach to Sidmouth for a little free time ahead of our dinner together.

Day 4 We head across Devon to Saunton Sands, but not before calling in at the

Friday 2-Friday 9 October 2026

7 Nights | from £1595

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 7 nights half board

) Excursions as described Not included: All lunches

Single room: £Nil (limited availability) | Holiday insurance: £46

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

The Belmont Hotel, Sidmouth HHHH

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

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

historic Pannier Market in Barnstaple, specialising in antiques and collectibles. We settle into our second hotel, the spectacularly located Saunton Sands Hotel. Day 5 We visit Rosemoor RHS today, which has something for all garden lovers and visiting in October also potentially adds a little autumnal colour to the proceedings. Days 6-7 After a free day on day 6, we visit the picturesque resort of Lynmouth where we have time to explore the narrow streets and maybe take the cliff railway to Lynton

Day 8 After breakfast we depart our hotel, returning home in the afternoon.

Saunton Sands Hotel HHHH

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

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

JERSEY & GUERNSEY

By Air

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

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

Our Holidays to the Channel Islands on Pages 25-26 Include:

) Door to door service

) Return air travel from Birmingham or East Midlands Airport with Aurigny Airlines or Blue Islands Airways**

) Return transfers between Jersey/Guernsey airport & hotel

) Half board accommodation

) Outlined excursions

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

) All current taxes

Not included: All lunches, no courier service

All Jersey & Guernsey Tours

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

All Air Holidays are weather permitting and that the itinerary may have to be varied for weather conditions. Please note that all flights are subject to airline confirmations and their finalised 2026 timetables. Your departure airports may be subject to change. Not all exact flight times are known at the time of our brochure going to press (Sep 2025). These will be advised with your final documentation approximately two weeks prior to departure.

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

PASSPORTS

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

• Valid Passport

• Valid Photographic driving licence

• Citizen Card

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

CURRENCY

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

SECRETS OF JERSEY (By Air)

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

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

6 Nights from £1329

Tuesday 31 March-Monday 6 April 2026

6 Nights | from £1329

Tuesday 14-Monday 20 April 2026

6 Nights | from £1359

Tuesday 28 April-Monday 4 May 2026

6 Nights | from £1379

Tuesday 12-Tuesday 19 May 2026

7 Nights | from £1599

Tuesday 19-Tuesday 26 May 2026

7 Nights | from £1699

Tuesday 9-Tuesday 16 June 2026

7 Nights | from £1699

Tuesday 15-Tuesday 22 September 2026

7 Nights | from £1699

Tuesday 29 September-Tuesday 6 October 2025

7 Nights | from £1599

Tuesday 6-Monday 12 October 2026

6 Nights | from £1379

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Return airport coach transfers

) Return flights to Jersey

) Hotel transfers

) 6 or 7 nights half board

) Outlined excursions ) Airport taxes

Not included: All lunches, no courier service

6 Night: Single inland: £Nil | Sea view sole use: £130pp Superior sea view balcony sole use (on request): £195pp

7 Night: Single inland: £112pp | Inland double for sole use: £210pp Sea view & balcony: £150pp | Superior sea view balcony (on request): £295pp

Holiday insurance: £81.50 (Apr/May) | from £92 (Jun-Oct)

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour.

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

All Flights are subject to airline confirmations and 2026 timetables. Your departure airport of East Midlands may be subject to change.

7 Night Holiday Itinerary

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

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

Day 3 A day at leisure in resort.

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

Day 5 A half day visit to the magnificent Jersey Zoo. Jersey Zoo began as the first ever conservation-themed zoo. Over 60 years later, Gerald Durrell’s animal haven is the natural place to discover some of the world’s most incredible creatures. Whether you’re after fun, tranquillity, knowledge, or a place to soak up the sunshine, this beautiful 32-acre park has it all.

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

Day 7 A day at leisure in resort.

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

Note: The itinerary may vary according to weather conditions.

6 Night Holiday Itinerary

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

The Golden Sands Hotel, St Brelade’s Bay HHHH Offering very high standards and occupying a magnificent position directly on the seafront with gardens and a few shops near the hotel. Stylish restaurant, cocktail bar with wonderful views, quiet lounge.

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

location. Lift to all floors.

THE ISLE OF MAN

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

5 Nights from £899

Empress Hotel, Douglas HHH

Our comfortable and elegant hotel is located on the Victorian promenade overlooking Douglas Bay and is just a short walk from the town centre.

Restaurant and bar. Mobility Grade 3

– Locality is level. Hotel has 18 steps to entrance, but alternative entrance is available. There is a lift to all floors and public areas have ramps.

Friday 17-Wednesday 22 April 2026

5 Nights | from £899

Thursday 9-Tuesday 14 July 2026

5 Nights | from £999

Wednesday 16-Monday 21 September 2026

5 Nights | from £999

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) Return ferry crossing Heysham/ Douglas

) 5 nights half board

) Ride on the Snaefell Mountain Railway

Single room: £75pp

) Laxey Wheel

) Entrance to the Milntown House & Estate

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

) Admission to Cregneash Folk Museum Not included: All lunches

Holiday insurance: £44.50 (Apr) | £46 (Jul/Sep)

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour.

Passengers do not need a passport to travel to the Isle of Man but are advised to take a form of photo identity. A driving licence, citizenship card.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel north to Heysham to catch our ferry to Douglas

Day 2 A free day to relax, settle in and explore Douglas.

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

Day 4 We travel to the Milntown Estate dating back to the early 16th century.

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

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

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

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

Isles of Scilly

THE STAR CASTLE HOTEL, ISLES OF SCILLY – (By

Air)

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

5 Nights from £1549

The Star Castle Hotel, St Mary’s HHHH

This Grade I listed, family run hotel, is located on the Garrison a short walk from the centre of St Mary’s and the harbour, commanding breathtaking views of the stunning archipelago.

With 38 bedrooms, the hotel boasts traditional 16th century castle accommodation within 3 acres of secluded gardens. Facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool, conservatory and 2 award-winning restaurants. There is also a lounge for teas, coffees and cream teas. Mobility Grade 2 – It is a steep walk to the castle. There are nine steps to the main entrance and many unavoidable steps throughout the hotel and grounds. There are many bedrooms on the ground, however we do not recommend this hotel for those with impaired or reduced mobility.

Wednesday 22-Monday 27 April 2026

5 Nights | from £1549

Monday 28 September-Saturday 3 October 2026

5 Nights | from £1699

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Club class extra legroom coach transfers to/from Land’s End Airport

) 5 nights half board

) Return Skybus flights from Land’s End to St Mary’s ) Airport/hotel return transfers

) 3 outlined excursions

) 1 FREE day at leisure

Not included: All lunches, no courier service

Single room: £Nil | Double for sole use: £375pp

Holiday insurance: £44.50 (Apr) | From £46 (Sep)

Holiday Itinerary

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

Day 2-Day 5 At leisure in St Mary’s. During our stay we include 3 excursions which will enable you to uncover the unique character and beauty of this archipelago. Day 6 We return to the mainland where our coach will be waiting to whisk you homeward.

Included Excursions

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

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

St Martin’s or St Agnes – A full day trip to the island of St Martin’s with its beautiful beaches and scenery OR St Agnes, which is only a mile wide.

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

FLIGHTS: All our tours featured on Pages 28 & 29 to the Isles of Scilly include return flights from Land’s End Airport to St Mary’s on the Isles of Scilly.

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

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

THE ENCHANTING ISLES OF SCILLY – (By Air)

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

6 Nights from

Holiday Itinerary

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

Day 2-Day 6 At leisure in St Mary’s. During our stay we include 3 excursions which will enable you to uncover the unique character and beauty of this archipelago. Day 7 We return to the mainland where our coach will be waiting to whisk you homeward.

Included Excursions

Walking tour of St Mary’s – A full-day guided walking tour of St Mary’s, taking in Hugh Town, Harry’s Wall, Lower Moors and the Old Town. Tresco – A crossing to the second largest island, Tresco, for a visit to the world famous Tresco Abbey Gardens. Established in the ruins of a Benedictine priory, they contain plants found nowhere else in Britain.

St Martin’s or St Agnes – A full day trip to the island of St Martin’s with its beautiful beaches and scenery OR St Agnes, which is only a mile wide.

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

The Atlantic Inn,

The hotel is located directly on the water’s edge overlooking the harbour. The hotel is an old inn, so bedrooms vary in shape and size. Delightful restaurant built over the water and Ocean Bar with sea views. Mobility Grade 2 – Town and hotel: Fairly level location. Hotel has no lift and frequent steps and stairs. Excursions include walking tours and sea launch journeys. Coaches are not used on the island.

Friday 24-Thursday 30 April 2026

6 Nights | from £1689

Tuesday 5-Monday 11 May 2026

6 Nights | from £1899

Tuesday 9-Monday 15 June 2026

6 Nights | from £1899

Wednesday 22-Tuesday 28 July 2026

6 Nights | from £1999

Tuesday 28 July-Monday 3 August 2026

6 Nights | from £1999

Tuesday 18-Monday 24 August 2026

6 Nights | from £1999

Saturday 12-Friday 18 September 2026

6 Nights | from £1999

Saturday 10-Friday 16 October 2026

6 Nights | from £1899

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Club class extra legroom

) Coach transfers to/from Land’s End Airport

) 6 nights half board

) Return Skybus flights from Land’s End to St Mary’s ) Airport/hotel return transfers

) 3 outlined excursions

) 2 FREE days at leisure

Not included: All lunches, no courier service

Single room: £195 (April/Sept/Oct) | From

England – South West

FALMOUTH & THE ROYAL DUCHY OF CORNWALL

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

4 Nights from

Holiday Itinerary

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

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

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

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

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

The Falmouth Hotel, Falmouth HHH

Affectionately known as the ‘Grand Old Lady of Falmouth’. Dating from 1865 with its impressive Victorian architecture and spacious interiors, the hotel commands a wonderful prime seafront location and excellent sea views. Restaurant, bars, lounge, health centre with sauna, solarium & jacuzzi. Mobility Grade 4 – Resort: Generally, level although access to the town area is quite hilly. Hotel: level with a lift to most floors.

Saturday 27 June-Wednesday 1 July 2026

Falmouth Hotel | 4 Nights | from £899

Sunday 2-Thursday 6 August 2026

Royal Duchy Hotel | 4 Nights | from £949

Thursday 3-Monday 7 September 2026

Falmouth Hotel | 4 Nights | from £899

Sunday 25-Thursday 29 October 2026

Royal Duchy Hotel | 4 Nights | from £799

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free WiFi and USB charging points

Falmouth Hotel

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception (Royal Duchy only)

) Cornish cream tea

) 2-hour river cruise

) Easy access train ride from St Erth to St Ives

Not included: All lunches

Compact double for sole use: £198 | Holiday insurance:

Royal Duchy Hotel

Single room:

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

The Royal Duchy Hotel HHHH Situated in an unrivalled location overlooking Falmouth Bay yet close to the alleyways and streets of Falmouth. This hotel offers the perfect stay for those wishing to relax whilst enjoying the finest modern cuisine. It may not suit some and traditional it is not, but the 2 AA Rosettes restaurant offers a luxurious and mouthwatering experience not to be hurried! Leisure facilities include a sun terrace, indoor swimming pool and snooker room. Mobility Grade 4 – Cliff top position with Isolated steps throughout. Lift & disabled access.

England – South West

MULLION COVE & THE LIZARD PENINSULA

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

4 Nights from £849

The Mullion Cove Hotel HHHH

A unique and elegant destination on the Lizard Peninsula, the Mullion Cove Hotel features an AA Rosette-winning restaurant and offers spectacular sea views. Atlantic View Restaurant, ArtDeco inspired bar, 3 lounges, garden & terrace. Mobility Grade 4 – All ground floor facilities are on one level with lift access to all floors. The immediate locality is level, although the hotel does command a cliff top position.

Holiday Itinerary

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

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

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

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

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom (April tour)

) Club class extra legroom coach (October tour)

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Cornish cream tea

) Easy access train ride from St Erth to St Ives

) Trebah Gardens

Not included: All lunches

Main prices are based upon ‘classic rooms’

Sea view: £190pp | Side sea view: £140pp | Premier sea view: £240pp

Cove view suite: £330pp | Sole occupancy of classic room: £260pp

Sole occupancy of side sea view: £540pp

Holiday insurance: £36 (Apr) £38 (Oct)

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Friday After breakfast it’s homeward bound.

England – South West

NEWQUAY, PADSTOW & ‘Poldark Country’

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

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Fistral Beach Hotel, Newquay, Cornwall HHHH

Situated in a fantastic position overlooking Fistral Beach and only a short walk to the town centre in Newquay, this adult only hotel will be a popular choice with Johnson’s customers. All the bedrooms feature television, radio, telephone, Wi-Fi, iron/ironing board, hairdryer, safe and tea/ coffee making facilities. The hotel also features a bar a restaurant with stunning coastal views plus a leisure club and spa with indoor swimming pool. This is an ADULTS ONLY hotel. Mobility Grade 4 – Resort: Cliff top walks. Hotel: Level location. Lift to all floors.

Monday 25-Friday 29 May 2026

4 Nights | from £849

Sunday 6-Friday 11 September 2026

5 Nights | from £1079

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) 4 or 5 nights half board

) Live entertainment on some nights

) Lost Gardens of Heligan (5 night tours only) Not included: All lunches

Single room: £95pp (4 Nights) | from £119pp (5 Nights)

Holiday insurance: £38 (4 Nights) | from £46 (5 Nights)

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

4 Night Holiday Itinerary

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

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

Day 3 A scenic drive west to Penzance travelling via Marazion with views of St Michael’s Mount.

Day 4 We visit the historic village of Charlestown, a popular filming location with credits including the BBC’s hugely successful Poldark TV series. Next, we visit the fishing village of Mevagissey with its eclectic mix of shops, craft workshops, art galleries, cafés, pubs and restaurants.

Day 5 We travel home with a convenient lunch stop en-route.

Additional Included Excursion on 5 Night Tours

This morning, we visit the bustling city of Truro with its flowing rivers, picturesque streets with 18th and 19th century townhouses and a magnificent cathedral that dominates the city.

In the afternoon we make our way to the Lost Gardens of Heligan. Lost since the outbreak of WW1, this mysterious garden was re-discovered in 1991 and beautifully restored to its former glory.

A horticultural paradise for the plant lover and garden romantic.

England – South West

CARLYON BAY HOTEL, ST AUSTELL

The ‘Cream of Cornwall’

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

Carlyon Bay Hotel, St Austell, Cornwall HHHH

The hotel is set in 300 acres of grounds overlooking St Austell Bay and has truly inspiring views. Bay View Restaurant, bar and lounge, spa bath, sauna and solarium. Mobility Grade 4

– Locality – fairly level. Hotel – minor steps to main entrance with ramp alternative. Lift to all floors.

Sunday 29 March-Thursday 2 April 2026

Monday 4-Friday 8 May 2026 4 Nights | from £949

Sunday 28 June-Thursday 2 July 2026

4 Nights | from £949

Sunday 4-Thursday

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points ) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Cornish cream tea

) Outlined excursions

) The Lost Gardens of Heligan

Not included: All lunches

Holiday Itinerary

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

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

Day 3 Today we visit the old harbour town of Padstow on the Camel Estuary, a fine example of a Cornish fishing port with a colourful busy harbour surrounded by medieval houses. The town is largely unspoilt with traditional pubs and restaurants including the famous seafood restaurant owned by top TV chef Rick Stein. Explore the quaint narrow streets and interesting shops,’ maybe take a walk to the headland for some fabulous views of the estuary and distant hills.

Day 4 A short trip along the coast to Charlestown, known popularly as a filming location in the TV series Poldark. The village has remained largely unchanged since the late 18th century. In the afternoon, we return to our hotel for a sumptuous Cornish cream tea!

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

CORNISH GARDENS & THE DEVON COAST

The charming fishing villages, pretty harbours and rolling countryside have attracted visitors to Devon and Cornwall for years. In addition to featuring a variety of these, our itinerary also includes the iconic Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Journeying to the southwest, we arrive at our hotel in time for dinner and our 4-night stay.

Tuesday A full day excursion to the world-famous Eden Project This unique regeneration project has transformed a scar on the landscape into a global garden featuring two enormous glass Biomes.

Wednesday A leisurely day in Plymouth, Britain’s Ocean City. With embarkation from the Barbican Landing Stage, we include a delightful boat trip with commentary detailing the history

and heritage of the stunning Plymouth coastline

Thursday Travel to the Lost Gardens of Heligan, amazingly discovered in 1991 under a blanket of brambles after 70 years of neglect. Many of the original plants have been rescued. Time allowing, we recommend an afternoon visit to the delightful village of Mevagissey, one of Cornwall’s most picturesque fishing villages. Friday After breakfast, we make our way home.

SMUGGLERS IN THE WEST COUNTRY

A unique tour to Plymouth and Cornwall exploring the region’s smuggling past, picturesque seaside towns, Jamaica Inn and Pencarrow House & Gardens.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Enjoy a leisurely journey travelling to Devon, arriving late afternoon at the Copthorne Plymouth for 4-nights stay with dinner, bed & breakfast. A welcome tea/coffee and biscuits are served on arrival.

The Duke of Cornwall Hotel, Plymouth HHH

Built in 1863, ‘The Grand Old Duke’ springs to mind for this imposing hotel with its beautiful Victorian gothic architecture. The 72 uniquely decorated bedrooms feature traditional furnishings and are equipped with a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Bar & restaurant. Mobility Grade 3 – Relatively level access, however there are some steps at entrance * level access within hotel with a lift serving all floors.

Monday 11-Friday 15 May 2026

4 Nights | from £769

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board ) The Eden Project

) Plymouth Boat cruise

) The Lost Gardens of Heligan Not included: All lunches

Single room: £154pp | Holiday insurance: £36

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Tuesday After breakfast this morning we journey to Pencarrow House and Gardens, a Georgian mansion that is still lived in by the same family who settled here in the 1500s. We enjoy a guided tour of the house learning the history and heritage of the Molesworth family. There is then free time to explore the delightful gardens at leisure. Later in the afternoon, we make our way to Looe. The popular seaside town of Looe can keep visitors entertained all

year round and retains its character as a bustling working fishing port.

Wednesday The day is free for you to explore our base, the historic city of Plymouth. Take a stroll around the famous Hoe, visit the Barbican Steps and browse around the city centre shops.

Thursday For our final outing, we drive to rugged Bodmin Moor and stop at Jamaica Inn with its Daphne Du Maurier associations and a museum filled with smuggling artefacts collected over many years. From here we travel to the North Cornwall coast and Tintagel with its dramatic castle ruins. We’ll also visit the pretty harbour at Port Isaac, the setting for TV’s Doc Martin. Friday Homeward bound.

Copthorne Hotel, Plymouth HHH

The Copthorne Hotel Plymouth is located in the bustling city centre with sweeping views down Armada Way. It is an ideal base for our break. Local attractions include the historic Barbican and the famous Hoe. All bedrooms are en-suite, and have satellite television, telephone, hairdryer, iron and tea & coffee making facilities.

The hotel has a lift.

Monday 26-Friday 30 October 2026

4 Nights | from £749

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

Single room: £120pp Holiday insurance: £38

) Pencarrow House & Gardens with guided tour

) Entrance to Jamaica Inn

Smuggling Museum

Not included: All lunches

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

England – South West

PICTUREBOOK NORTH

DEVON

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

4 Nights from £785

Holiday Itinerary

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

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

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

Day 4 Today we enjoy a visit to Hartland Abbey, the cherished home of the Stucley family with treasures and memorabilia collected over many generations. (Guided Tour & Cream Tea included). The beautiful 18th century walled and woodland gardens, the walks and the parkland provide visitors with extensive grounds through which to wander and enjoy the stunning valley leading down to the rugged Atlantic cove and cottage at Blackpool Mill. Day 5 After breakfast we are homeward bound.

The Imperial Hotel, Barnstaple HHHH

Located in the centre of Barnstaple, overlooking the River Taw, just a short walk from the shops. With the old-style charm of a traditional townhouse hotel, the Imperial has become a firm favourite of our clients. Restaurant, ‘Colours’ Bar, comfortable lounge and garden terrace. Mobility Grade 4 – Locality flat. Hotel: Public areas level. Lift to all floors.

Monday 6-Friday 10 April 2026

Imperial Hotel | 4 Nights | from £785

Sunday 21-Thursday 25 June 2026

Saunton Sands | 4 Nights | from £999

Sunday 26-Thursday 30 July 2026

Imperial Hotel | 4 Nights | from £875

Sunday 16-Thursday 20 August 2026

Imperial Hotel | 4 Nights | from £875

Sunday 6-Thursday 10 September 2026

Imperial Hotel | 4 Nights | from £875

Sunday 27 September-Thursday 1 October 2026

Saunton Sands | 4 Nights | from £949

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

Imperial Hotel

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points ) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to RHS Rosemoor Gardens

) Guided tour of Hartland Abbey with included cream tea

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £40pp | Interior double for sole use: £160pp

Superior room: £60pp (sharing)

Holiday insurance: £36 (Apr) £38 (Jul/Sep)

Saunton Sands Hotel

Single room: £Nil | Holiday insurance: £38 (Jun/Sep)

Reductions available for RHS Members.

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour.

Saunton Sands Hotel, near Braunton HHHH

The Saunton Sands hotel is a classic 4-Star art-deco style Hotel overlooking three miles of Atlantic facing golden sands backed by some of the highest sand dunes in the country restaurant, café, bar, lounges, snooker/billiards, leisure complex with sauna, solarium, gymnasium & beauty salon/manicure. Mobility Grade 3 – Seafront location with public rooms and bedrooms on different levels, however all floors are served by a lift.

RELAXED NORTH DEVON

North Devon is a delightful mixture of dramatic coastline and magnificent moorland scenery, sprinkled with unspoilt resorts, bustling market towns and quaintly named villages. Barnstaple is said to be the oldest borough in the kingdom and was founded at the lowest crossing point of the River Taw.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday Leaving the Midlands behind us we head for the West Country making a suitable stop for lunch en-route, arriving in Barnstaple during the afternoon.

Monday A morning visit to RHS Rosemoor, where you can stroll around the enchanting and meticulously crafted 65-acre garden. Free time for lunch before returning to our hotel in the afternoon.

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

Wednesday Today we visit Hartland Abbey & Gardens for a guided tour of this cherished family home, full of treasures and memorabilia collected over many generations. During our visit there will be free time to wander the beautiful gardens and grounds which lead to a rocky cove.

Thursday We return home to the Midlands, with a convenient stop for lunch en-route, arriving home during the afternoon.

BIDEFORD & Delightful North Devon

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

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 Travelling to the West Country and enjoy the comfortable surroundings of our hotel before dinner.

Day 2 We visit the picturesque resort of Lynmouth where we have time to explore the narrow streets and maybe take the cliff railway to the twin village of Lynton. From here we make our way through scenic ‘Little Switzerland’, as the region is known, to the lovely village of Dunster, with its famous castle and octagonal Yarn Market. Our return takes us through Exford and the Exmoor National Park Day 3 A morning at leisure in resort. Why not discover Bideford’s lovely

Pannier Market? In the afternoon, we visit the charming fishing village of Appledore with fabulous coastal views towards Bideford Bay. Return to our hotel for evening dinner.

Day 4 We visit RHS Rosemoor Gardens where you can stroll amongst the many gardens from formal to model garden, from winter to cherry and from exotic to stone garden there is much to see. We will also have the chance to visit the Dartington Crystal Visitors Centre a short drive away before returning to our hotel. Day 5 Sadly, we are homeward bound

The Barnstaple Hotel, Barnstaple HHH

The Barnstaple Hotel is the ideal place to relax and unwind and the perfect base for exploring North Devon’s attractions and beauty spots. Restaurant, spacious lounges, 3 bars and coffee shop. Health & Leisure Club including indoor & outdoor pool, sauna & solarium. Mobility Grade 3 –At the Barnstaple Hotel, all public rooms are on the one floor, no lift but ground floor rooms available.

Sunday 10-Thursday 14 May 2026

4 Nights | from £769

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks ) 4 nights half board ) Guided tour of Hartland Abbey & Gardens ) Entrance to RHS Rosemoor

The Royal Hotel, Bideford HHH

Standing at the eastern end of the ancient Bideford Bridge, the Royal Hotel is steeped in history.

As Bideford’s finest hotel, you can rely on the Royal for a warm Brend Hotels welcome among stylish and peaceful surroundings. Regency Restaurant, lounge and bar area. Mobility Grade 4 – Location and hotel fairly level, slight hill into town. Lift to all floors.

Sunday 1-Thursday 5 March 2026

4 Nights | from £645

Sunday 12-Thursday 16 July 2026

4 Nights | from £749

Not included: All lunches Look What’s Included ) Door to door service ) Our own courier service ) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) 4 nights half board ) Entrance to RHS Rosemoor Gardens

) Dartington Crystal Visitors Centre

Not included: All lunches

England – South West

MINEHEAD

Minehead is where Exmoor meets the sea. Sitting on the very edge of the National Park, it is ideal for lovers of the coast and the countryside and offers traditional seaside fun, with its promenade and long, sandy beach, and pebble beach near the harbour, which stretches for a mile and gives views across the Bristol Channel to Wales.

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Monday Departing Henley-in-Arden we journey south west.

Tuesday This morning we drive to Tiverton, where we enjoy a 1½ cruise on the Great Western Canal on-board one of the last remaining horse-drawn barges in Great Britain

The ‘Tivertonian’ is a truly unique living heritage from a time before steam! The canal was built in 1814 for primary use of the lime trade and stretches for 11 miles.

Wednesday After breakfast, we take a relaxing heritage train ride from

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

Friday Departing after breakfast we commence our journey homeward.

SOMERSET & DEVON STEAM SPECTACULAR

Our first tour with a big railway theme takes you coast to coast from Somerset, to the South Devon coast, with a whiff of steam nostalgia running through the heart of the tour, harking back to simpler times.

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The Northfield Hotel, Minehead HHH

The Northfield Hotel is located on the lower slopes of North Hill in nearly 2 acres of landscaped gardens. All rooms are well appointed, with en-suite bath or shower, digital TV, tea facilities and complementary Wi-Fi. Facilities include a heated indoor swimming pool and outside there are lovely terraces. The restaurant is spread over three areas with a relaxed atmosphere. Mobility Grade 4 –Easy access throughout with lift to all floors.

Monday 10-Friday 14 August 2026

4 Nights | from £879

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Horse-drawn Great Western

Canal Cruise

) The West Somerset Railway

) Cleeve Abbey

Not included: All lunches

Holiday Itinerary

Friday Departing Henley-in-Arden we journey south west.

Saturday After breakfast, we take a relaxing heritage train ride from Minehead to the village of Bishops Lydeard on the scenic West Somerset Railway

Sunday Two rail attractions in one today.

The Lynton & Barnstaple Railway is only a two-mile round trip through rolling hills, but our visit supports a project promising more to come. We continue to the charming twin resorts of Lynton and Lynmouth, spectacularly situated on the northern edge of the Exmoor National Park and linked by a cliff railway.

Monday This morning we drive to Tiverton, where we enjoy a 1½ cruise on

The Northfield Hotel, Minehead HHH (Please see the Minehead tour for details).

The Headland Hotel, Torquay HHH Majestically overlooking Meadfoot Beach and the sea, the Headland is around 15 minutes’ walk to the beach and centre. Originally built for the Russian royal family, the hotel

Friday 19-Friday 26 June 2026

7 Nights | from £1199

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) Fully reclining seats

) 7 nights half board

) Horse-drawn Great Western Canal Cruise

Tuesday At leisure in Torquay

Wednesday We spend time in Newton Abbot on market day, before enjoying a ride on the South Devon Railway between Buckfastleigh and Totnes.

Thursday The Dartmouth Steam Railway has the best of both worlds, with stunning views of the seaside on one side, then the serene Dart Estuary on the other. We complete our rail and sail day with a one-hour cruise on the beautiful River Dart

Friday Departing after breakfast we commence our journey homeward.

offers dining at leisure and 2 nights entertainment. Rooms are en-suite and have TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Bars, restaurant, lounge and gardens. Mobility Grade 3 – The hotel has a lift to most floors.

) The West Somerset Railway

) Lynton & Barnstaple Railway

) South Devon Railway

) Dartmouth Steam Railway & Boat Trip

Not included: All lunches

REGENCY REVELRY IN BATH & SOMERSET

Unravel a rich tapestry of stories from an award-winning monastic estate to Regency-era Bath. Walk in the echoing footsteps of Cistercian monks through 900-year-old Forde Abbey, featuring the country’s highest fountain. Step into Regency-era Bath and marvel at Grade 1 listed Wells Cathedral from our 4-Star base in Wells, voted the UK’s best inland town.

4 Nights from £979

The Swan Hotel, Wells HHHH Wells is a stunning city, rich in architectural heritage and home to many historic landmarks. Explore its vibrant independent shops before unwinding at the Swan Hotel, perfectly positioned in the heart of the city, just a short walk from the cathedral and Bishops Palace. With origins dating back to 1422, the hotel has been carefully restored and extended over the years, offering modern amenities in a beautiful setting whilst preserving its character and heritage. The hotel has no lift, but a small number of ground floor rooms.

Monday 10-Friday 14 August 2026

4 Nights | from £979

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Private guided tour of Forde Abbey

) Entrance to the Bishops Palace in Wells

) Entrance to the Jane Austen Centre Estate

Not included: All lunches

Single Room: £120pp | Holiday Insurance £38

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

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel to Wells, making a suitable stop for lunch en-route, arriving at our hotel during the afternoon.

Day 2 We enjoy an exclusive private tour of 900-year-old Cistercian monastery, Forde Abbey and its award-winning 30 acre gardens, an eye-opener to a rich and varied past. Walk as monks once would have in the largely unchanged and still overwhelmingly monastic estate, boasting the Centenary Fountain, the highest in the country. We return to our hotel via the charming town of Glastonbury, with its lovely array of independent shops and cafes.

Day 3 A day at leisure to relax and enjoy Wells. There is a lot to keep you occupied, not least the incredible cathedral, and we also include a visit to the Bishop’s Palace home to the Bishops of Bath and Wells for over 800 years and now open to the public. There are also 14 acres of RHS Partner gardens to explore

Day 4 Today is a full day in Regency Bath with free time to explore the wonderful ambience, healing waters and Georgian architecture. Bath was the thriving social scene that set the stage for Jane Austen’s Persuasion and Northanger Abbey. Admire the honey-coloured facades featured in Jane Austen’s letters and novels, and also in works like Bridgerton, Les Miserables and Sherlock, not least the iconic Royal Crescent. Wrap up the day at the Jane Austen Centre, where’s you will uncover how life in this elegant city shaped her insights into society, inspiring themes of class and social expectations that still captivate readers today.

Day 5 After breakfast we commence our return home, arriving during the afternoon.

England – South West

THURLESTONE HOTEL, South Devon

Salcombe – Kingsbridge – Dartmouth

Overlooking the beautiful coast of South Devon, the 4-Star Thurlestone Hotel is a lovely destination for a relaxing break. It is the oldest family run hotel in the UK, being owned by the Grose family since 1896.

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The Thurlestone Hotel, near Kingsbridge, Devon HHHH

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

Holiday Itinerary

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

Monday Enjoy a morning visit to Kingsbridge, a charming market town nestled in the South Devon countryside at the head of the Kingsbridge Estuary. Known for its relaxed atmosphere and scenic views, Kingsbridge offers a delightful mix of independent shops, cafés, and local produce markets. We return for a leisurely afternoon at our hotel where a cream tea will be served.

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

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

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

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Devon cream tea

) Saltram House (NT)

) Dartmouth River Cruise

Not included: All lunches

Doubles for sole use: £380pp | Sea view: £100pp (sharing)

Double for sole use sea view: £580pp

Sea view balcony: £140pp (sharing) | Sea view balcony for sole use: £660pp

Holiday insurance: £36 (Mar) £38 (Oct)

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour.

Reductions Available for (NT) National Trust members.

SPRINGTIME IN TORQUAY

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

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

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

Wednesday Today is your chance to explore Torquay. Known as the ‘Queen

of the English Riviera’ Torquay is one of England’s best loved resorts.

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

Friday Departing our hotel after breakfast we return homeward making a convenient stop for lunch en-route arriving home in the afternoon.

TORQUAY & DARTMOOR DELIGHTS

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

Holiday Itinerary

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

Sunday We travel to Topsham for a delightful cruise on the River Exe. We then continue to Exmouth – a lively town with 2 miles of golden sands where the Exe meets the sea.

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

Dartmoor is famous.

Tuesday A day at leisure to explore Torquay.

Wednesday We include a ride on the Dartmouth Steam Railway, a wonderfully scenic journey from Paignton to Kingswear, first skirting the beautiful Torbay coastline at Goodrington Sands, then hugging the Dart Estuary, with boats bobbing in the harbours. After free time in Dartmouth we return to Torquay.

Thursday A final relaxing day at leisure in Torquay.

Friday Departing our hotel after breakfast we return homeward making a convenient stop for lunch en-route arriving home in the afternoon.

The Headland Hotel, Torquay HHH

Originally built for the Romanoffs, the Russian Royal Family, this is an excellent seaside hotel. All bedrooms are en-suite and have television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Bars, restaurant, lounge area, gardens and spa & hydro pools.

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

Monday 16-Friday 20 March 2026

4 Nights | from £609

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Outlined excursions

) 2 nights hotel entertainment Not included: All lunches

Single room: £Nil | Holiday insurance: £36

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

The Headland Hotel, Torquay HHH

Originally built for the Romanoffs, the Russian Royal Family, this is an excellent seaside hotel. All bedrooms are en-suite and have television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Bars, restaurant, lounge area, gardens and spa & hydro pools.

most floors.

Saturday 15-Friday 21 August 2026

6 Nights | from £999

Saturday 10-Friday 16 October 2026

6 Nights | from £899

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 6 nights half board

) Outlined excursions

) River Exe cruise

) Guided tour of Dartmoor

) Dartmouth Steam Railway

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £Nil | Holiday insurance: £46 All prices are

England – South West

SAILING & STEAMING IN DELIGHTFUL DEVON

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

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel to the West Country, arriving at the Headland Hotel for our 5-night stay.

Day 2 At leisure to enjoy the delightful resort of Torquay.

Day 3 A Devon coastal tour passes through Teignmouth and Dawlish and continue north to Exeter. We take a break here before we continue along the Exe estuary to the pleasant resort of Exmouth. Here we have time for lunch before we enjoy a cruise along the River Exe discovering the history, beauty, and wildlife of the river.

Day 4 This morning we drive into the neighbouring resort of Paignton. Next, we

enjoy a ride on the South Devon Railway from Buckfastleigh to Totnes. On arrival you can stretch your legs before the train returns to Buckfastleigh. Here, the railway offers an extensive museum, workshops, gifts and book shop and refreshment rooms.

Day 5 We head to Kingsbridge, ‘capital’ of South Devon, with a chance to look around the pleasant town. Moving on we head for delightful Dartmouth with its many naval connections, including the Royal Naval College. We have lunchtime here, with free time to explore or watch the boats, before returning to our hotel. Day 6 Homeward bound..

The Headland Hotel, Torquay HHH

Originally built for the Russian royal family, the hotel offers dining at leisure and 3 nights entertainment. Rooms are en-suite and have TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Bars, restaurant, lounge and gardens. Mobility Grade 3 –The hotel has a lift to most floors.

Monday 6-Saturday 11 July 2026

5 Nights | from £949

Sunday 2-Friday 7 August 2026

5 Nights | from £949

Monday 7-Saturday 12 September 2026

5 Nights | from £949

A WEEK IN THE ENGLISH RIVIERA

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

Holiday Itinerary

Friday A leisurely journey to the West Country for our 7-night stay. Tea/ Coffee and biscuits on arrival.

Saturday We visit Brixham, an attractive port fringed with a tumble of colourful cottages on surrounding hillsides.

Sunday Today, we visit Torquay. Why not take a scenic walk along the pier and promenade and visit the Royal Terrace Gardens?

Monday A superb day out with a ‘Steam and Cruise’ theme. In Paignton, we join the Dartmouth Steam Railway for a delightful and nostalgic ride along the coast and across to the scenic Dart Valley to Kingswear. Here we take the ferry across the harbour to historic

Dartmouth. We have time for lunch and to explore the town before we enjoy a 1-hour cruise along the beautiful River Dart. Afterwards, we take the ferry to Kingswear and join the train for the ride back to Paignton.

Tuesday Today’s excursion takes us to the historic maritime City of Plymouth Explore the Hoe, see the famous Mayflower Steps, visit the town centre and obtain lunch.

Wednesday This morning we journey to Buckfast Abbey. Later we enjoy a scenic drive through the beautiful Dartmoor National Park. Keep an eye out for the wild Dartmoor ponies.

Thursday A free day in Paignton. Friday Homeward bound.

The Queens Hotel, Paignton HHH

Part of the prestigious Duchy Hotels group, the comfortable family run Queens Hotel stand around 200 yards from Paignton seafront and is an ideal base for this tour. Restaurant, lounge/bar plus entertainment room with regular evening entertainment.

Hotel facilities include indoor heated swimming pool. Mobility Grade 4 –Easy access through. Lift to all floors.

Friday 26 June-Friday 3 July 2026

7 Nights | from £1149 Look What’s Included ) Door to door service ) Our own courier service ) Club class extra legroom coach (unless otherwise stated) ) 4 nights half board ) Outlined excursions ) River Exe cruise ) South Devon Railway Not included: All lunches Look What’s Included

Our own courier service

Club class extra legroom coach

7 nights half board nightly hotel entertainment is provided each evening (except Wednesday) ) Outlined excursions ) Dartmouth Steam Railway, Kingswear Ferry & River Dart cruise ) Plymouth Harbour cruise Not included: All lunches

RELAXING REGENCY SIDMOUTH

We are delighted to be returning to the lovely East Devon resort of Sidmouth with a selection of 4 dates to the popular Royal York & Faulkner Hotel. A town caught still in a timeless charm – Sidmouth is a beautiful coastal town and a perfect base to discover some of the highlights of South Devon.

4 Nights from £609

The Royal York & Faulkner Hotel, Sidmouth HHH

A popular, well appointed, family owned and run hotel, in the centre of the Esplanade, overlooking the sea and adjacent to the town centre. Restaurant, two bars, three comfortable lounges, hydrotherapy pool (extra charge). Mobility Grade 5 – Resort: generally, level. Hotel: On the level with a few steps to some public rooms and a lift to all floors. Please note that our February departure offers ‘singles Galore’!

Friday 13-Tuesday 17 February 2026

4 Nights | from £609

Friday 3-Wednesday 8 July 2026

5 Nights | from £959

Thursday 27 August-Tuesday 1 September 2026

5 Nights | from £959

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 5 (or 4) nights half board, date dependent

) Outlined excursions

) Bicton Botanical Gardens

) South Devon Railway

) Donkey Sanctuary (5 night tours) Not included: All lunches

Single room: £Nil | Holiday insurance: £36 (Mar/May) £46 (Jul/Sep) All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

5 Night Holiday Itinerary at the Royal York & Faulkner

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

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

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

Day 4 We make our way to inspirational Buckfast Abbey, located on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park. We continue to Buckfastleigh where we enjoy a return train journey on the South Devon Railway**

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

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

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

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

England – South West

LUXURY SIDMOUTH

At the Victoria or Belmont Hotel

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

4 Nights from £729

Belmont Hotel Holiday Itinerary

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

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

Day 3 Drive through the beautiful scenery and picturesque villages of Dartmoor National Park with a lunch stop in the thriving market town of Tavistock situated in the heart of an area of tremendous natural beauty after lunch we continue our scenic drive to Buckfastleigh where we will visit Buckfast Abbey, located in the centre of this picturesque village on the edge of Dartmoor, home to a community of Benedictine Monks, at the heart of Buckfast is the Abbey and Monastery, the site also includes beautiful, spacious gardens, restaurant and numerous shops.

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

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

Victoria Hotel Holiday Itinerary

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

The Victoria Hotel, Sidmouth HHHH

The Victoria stands proudly at the western end of Sidmouth seafront, in 5 acres of manicured grounds which offer truly glorious views over the bay and is only a short walk from the timeless charms of the town centre. Restaurant, lounge/bar, sun lounge, games room, snooker room & table tennis, indoor pool, sauna & solarium. Mobility Grade 4 – Locality – Fairly level. Hotel – Occasional steps with lift to all floors.

Monday 9-Friday 13 March 2026

Belmont Hotel | 4 Nights | from £729

Monday 6-Friday 10 April 2026

Victoria Hotel | 4 Nights | from £875

Monday 25-Friday 29 May 2026

Belmont Hotel | 4 Nights | from £859

Sunday 31 May-Thursday 4 June 2026

Victoria Hotel | 4 Nights | from £959

Sunday 28 June-Thursday 2 July 2026

Belmont Hotel | 4 Nights | from £959

Sunday 19-Thursday 23 July 2026

Belmont Hotel | 4 Nights | from £959

Sunday 16-Thursday 20 August 2026

Belmont Hotel | 4 Nights | from £959

Sunday 23-Thursday 27 August 2026

Belmont Hotel | 4 Nights | from £959

Monday 5-Friday 9 October 2026

Belmont Hotel | 4 Nights | from £899

Sunday 25-Thursday 29 October 2026

Victoria Hotel | 4 Nights | from £929

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

Belmont Hotel

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Devonshire cream tea

) Outlined excursions

) River Exe cruise

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £Nil | Double for sole use: £240

Deluxe single sea view: £200 | Superior double/twin: £125pp (sharing)

Holiday insurance: £36 (Mar/May) £38 (other dates)

Victoria Hotel

Single room: £Nil | Double for sole use: £250 | Sea view: £115pp (sharing)

Holiday insurance: £36 (Apr) £38 (Jun/Oct)

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

The Belmont Hotel, Sidmouth HHHH

A luxurious former Victorian summer residence, the hotel retains much of its tranquillity and charm. It stands at the end of Sidmouth’s striking esplanade and is just a short stroll from the town centre. Elegant restaurant, bar/lounge, delightful gardens and use of superb leisure facilities at the Victoria Hotel next door. Mobility Grade 3 – Locality – fairly level. Hotel – occasional steps, some bedrooms have steps inside the rooms. Lift to all floors.

WEYMOUTH & The Jurassic Coast

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

4 Nights from

Sunday 17-Friday 22 May 2026

5 Nights | from £849

Sunday 21-Friday 26 June 2026

5 Nights | from £899

Sunday 19-Friday 24 July 2026

5 Nights | from £899

Hotel Rex, Weymouth HHHH

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

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

Sunday 20-Friday 25 September 2026

5 Nights | from £899

Monday 12-Friday 17 October 2026

4 Nights | from £649

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach (17 May) or luxury traveller coach upgrade with first class seating & extra legroom & complimentary drinks (all other dates)

) 4 or 5 nights half board

) Outlined excursions

) Train ride on the Swanage Railway (all tours)

) Abbotsbury Sub-Tropical Gardens (all tours)

) Abbotsbury Swannery (5 night tours only)

) Athelhampton House & Gardens (5 night tours only)

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £Nil | Double for sole use: £50pp (4 Nights) £60pp (5 Nights)

Balcony room: £35pp (sharing) (4 Nights) £45pp (sharing) (5 Nights)

Holiday insurance: £44.50 (May) £46 (Jun/Jul/Sep) £38 (Oct)

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

5 Night Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We journey south arriving in Weymouth in the afternoon.

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

Tuesday A day at leisure in Weymouth to explore the award-winning beach, picturesque harbour and traffic-free centre.

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

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

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

Your Included Excursions on our 4 Night Holiday on 12 Oct are:

Day 2 A day at leisure in Weymouth.

Day 3 We travel to Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens, a woodland garden of splendid trees and shrubs of great variety. We continue to West Bay, known as ‘The Golden Gateway to the Jurassic Coast’.

Day 4 An excursion to discover the Isle of Purbeck. Arriving at Norden we board our train for a delightful ride on the Swanage Railway through pretty Corfe Castle to the lively seaside resort of Swanage. During the afternoon, we return to Poole, and enjoy some free time to explore the historic quay.

England – South Coast

BOURNEMOUTH & THE NEW FOREST

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

4 Nights from

Thursday 2-Monday 6 April 2026

Marsham Court Hotel | 4 Nights | from £729

Sunday 12-Thursday 16 April 2026

Miramar Hotel | 4 Nights | from £699

Monday 25-Friday 19 May 2026

Marsham Court Hotel | 4 Nights | from £749

Monday 31 August-Friday 4 September 2026

Marsham Court Hotel | 4 Nights | from £749

Sunday 11-Thursday 15 October 2026

Miramar Hotel | 4 Nights | from £749

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom & complimentary on board hot and cold drinks (Aug/Oct) OR club class extra legroom coach (all other dates)

Marsham Court

) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to Beaulieu Estate (all dates)

) Entrance to Highcliffe Castle (12 Apr/May/Aug/Oct) OR Exbury Gardens (2 Apr only) Not included: All lunches

Single room: £Nil | Double for sole use: £80pp | Sea view: £50pp (sharing)

Sea view balcony: £75pp (sharing)

Holiday insurance: £36 (Apr) £38 (May/Aug)

Miramar Hotel

Single room: Nil | Double for sole use: 140pp

Holiday insurance: £36 (Apr) £38 (Oct)

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Marsham Court Hotel, Bournemouth HHH

The hotel is located on the East Cliff overlooking the bay and beaches in a central, yet secluded position and has an award-winning garden frontage. Restaurant & bar. Mobility Grade 4 – Resort: Level cliff top walks, gradients to shopping centre and pier. Hotel: Level location. Lift to all floors.

No ground floor rooms & some first-floor rooms involve stairs. 9 steps to the main entrance can be avoided.

Holiday Itinerary (12 Apr/May/Aug/Oct)

Day 1 We travel south, making a suitable stop for lunch en-route, arriving at our hotel during the early afternoon.

Day 2 We visit the Beaulieu Estate. Set within the heart of the New Forest National Park. Beaulieu is an award-winning attraction. The National Motor Museum tells the story of motoring on our roads and racetracks. Experience the Victorian splendour of Palace House as costumed guides give you a flavour of life ‘below stairs’. Ride the Monorail for sweeping views of the park, and uncover the covert role played by Beaulieu during World War Two in the Secret Army Exhibition.

Day 3 A day at leisure to relax and enjoy Bournemouth.

Day 4 Today travel the short distance to Wimborne, where you have time to explore. Perhaps visit the Minster, Priest’s House Museum, or the Model Town. After lunch, we depart for Grade I listed Highcliffe Castle. Described as arguably the most important surviving house of the Romantic and Picturesque style of architecture. The magnificent building once lavishly furnished in the 18th-century French style remained a family home of the de Rothesay’s until the 1950s.

Day 5 After breakfast we commence our return home, arriving during the afternoon.

Holiday Itinerary (Easter 2 Apr)

Day 1 We journey south arriving in Bournemouth in the afternoon.

Day 2 Beaulieu Estate. (As Above)

Day 3 A day at leisure to relax and enjoy Bournemouth.

Day 4 We visit Exbury Gardens, a spectacular woodland garden, famous for its Rothschild collection of rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias, which form a riot of colour in spring.

Day 5 After breakfast we are homeward bound.

The Hotel Miramar, Bournemouth HHH

Superbly situated overlooking Bournemouth Bay and offering very high standards of food, décor and service. Restaurant & bar/lounge, terrace lounge, patio, executive lounge. Mobility Grade: 3 – Resort: Level cliff top walks, gradients to shopping centre and pier. Hotel: Level location. Lift to all floors.

FOREST LODGE IN THE HEART OF THE NEW FOREST

We’ve found a real gem hidden away in the New Forest. Forest Lodge Hotel is a charming and elegant Georgian townhouse that effortlessly blends history with modern design. It’s the perfect base for a New Forest adventure.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel south, making a suitable stop for lunch en-route, arriving at our hotel during the early afternoon.

Day 2 Today you visit the nearby Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway for a guided tour of the gardens. You then enjoy a journey on the steam train around the gardens as you see the beauty from a different angle.

Day 3 A scenic drive through the New Forest, through Lyndhurst and watching the ponies roam free You then continue to Salisbury Often referred to as the city in the

countryside, Salisbury offers a host of attractions including a stunning cathedral.

Day 4 You step back in time to the 18th century today as you visit Buckler’s Hard. Included today is entry into the village, museum and a peaceful cruise on the beautiful Beaulieu River, one of the few privately owned tidal rivers in the UK. End the day in historic Christchurch, a mix of waterside and olde worlde charm.

Day 5 After breakfast we commence our return home, arriving during the afternoon.

Forest Lodge Hotel, Lyndhurst HHHH

Designed with relaxation in mind, the rooms at Forest Lodge offer a stylish blend of classic Georgian charm and contemporary comfort. Soft, cosy linens, eco-friendly toiletries, and fluffy towels await, along with flatscreen TV’s with Freeview and free Wi-Fi. Guests also enjoy exclusive access to the indoor pool, the perfect place to relax after a day of adventure. No lift, but the hotel does have ground floor rooms.

Sunday 14-Thursday 18 June 2026

4 Nights | from £779

Sunday 11-Thursday 15 October 2026

4 Nights | from £779

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway with guided tour

) Entrance to Bucklers Hard

) Cruise on the Beaulieu River

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £70pp | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

SELFRIDGES BY THE SEA

Soak up the atmosphere on a real Mr Selfridge Experience at Cliffhanger Restaurant. Tuck into a delightful and delicious afternoon tea while listening to amusing stories from Cliffhanger’s very own Mr Selfridge. And let an expert gardener guide you around one of England’s most important ornamental gardens at Compton Acres.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel south, making a suitable stop for lunch en-route.

Day 2 We visit Grade I listed Highcliffe Castle, famously rented by the Selfridges. We then take afternoon tea at the Cliffhanger Restaurant and appreciate the life and fortunes of the innovator behind one of the world’s greatest department stores. Hear tales from Mr Selfridge himself of how he rented Highcliffe Caste for his family to live the high life.

Day 3 A free day enables you to relax and unwind in Bournemouth, with its beaches, pier, gardens and array of shops.

Day 4 Indulge in an idyllic haven of 10 acres of ornamental gardens with a Head Gardener Tour at Compton Acres. Your exclusive expert guided tour will unravel the construction, horticulture, conservation and renovation behind the 5 themed gardens. Please note that the site contains some steep inclines and those with less mobility should request an accessible trail map on arrival.

Day 5 After breakfast we commence our return home, arriving during the afternoon.

Hermitage Hotel, Bournemouth HHHH

The Hermitage Hotel is just metres from Bournemouth’s sandy beach and has an award-winning restaurant, modern bedrooms and wonderful sea views. The cosy bedrooms each have private bathroom and LCD TV with

Freeview. Rooms feature a hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities and a trouser press. Some have views of the English Channel.

Monday 8-Friday 12 June 2026

4 Nights | from £849

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi & USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to Highcliffe Castle

) Afternoon Tea at the Cliffhanger Restaurant with the Mr Selfridge Experience

) Entrance to Compton Acres with exclusive head gardener guided tour

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £Nil | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

England – South Coast

SANDOWN & THE ISLE OF WIGHT

The ‘Diamond Isle’ as it is known, has a peaceful beauty and an indefinable charm where you can enjoy colourful views of the Solent and the quaint villages and bustling market towns.

DIAMOND ISLE EXPLORER

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

6 Nights from

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 Morning departure for our sailing to the Isle of Wight Day 2 We visit Whippingham Church, linked to Queen Victoria, followed by Osborne House (EH), her seaside residence. Explore the Royal Apartments and glimpse into Victorian  oyal life.

Day 3 Enjoy a full-day scenic island tour. We visit Yarmouth, pass Freshwater Bay, and follow the coastal Military Road through Ventnor and Shanklin.

Day 4 Visit Godshill and the Model

Day 5 A day at leisure in our resort.

Day 6 Travel the scenic Military Road to Isle of Wight Pearl, then visit Mottistone Manor Garden (NT) a magical Elizabethan garden. Continue to The Needles and Yarmouth, with its charming harbour and boutique shops.

Day 7 After breakfast, we join our ferry crossing and begin our journey home.

4 Nights from

Holiday Itinerary

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

Tuesday This morning we visit Cowes the island’s main port and worldrenowned yachting centre. We then travel a short distance to Osborne House, Queen Victoria’s seaside palace. Built as a family home, Osborne offers an intimate glimpse into royal life as you explore the Queen’s bedroom, nursery rooms, and royal bathrooms.

Wednesday We head to Godshill,

one of the island’s prettiest and most photographed villages. You may wish to visit the Model Village during our stop. We return to Shanklin for a free afternoon.

Thursday Today we enjoy a return journey on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway through scenic countryside. We then visit the seaside resort of Ryde for lunch, returning to the hotel via Bembridge and its famous windmill. Friday Homeward bound.

The Trouville Hotel, Sandown HHH

Gloriously situated directly overlooking the sea, opposite the golden beach. Split-level restaurant with panoramic views over the bay, Bar, Lounge, Regular entertainment. All twin/double bedded rooms have sea views at no supplement, Ballroom, Indoor leisure complex with four lanes for short mat bowls. Mobility Grade 3 – Hotel has a level seafront location with easy access to Sandown Pier.

A few gentle steps at entrance. Incline to main town. A few steps within hotel but lift serves all floors.

Friday 5-Thursday 11 June 2026

6 Nights | from £949

Wednesday 2-Tuesday 8 September 2026

6 Nights | from £979

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) Return ferry crossings

) 6 nights half board

) Entertainment programme

) Outlined excursions

Not included: All lunches

Monday 4-Friday 8 May 2026

4 Nights | from £785

Monday 27-Friday 31 July 2026

4 Nights | from £879

Channel View Hotel, Shanklin HHH

The Channel View Hotel is in a unique location occupying an elevated clifftop position overlooking Shanklin bay. Restaurant, bar, indoor pool, sauna & solarium. Mobility Grade 3 –Elevated position but hotel has good accessibility for all. A few isolated steps throughout but lift to all floors.

Monday 21-Friday 25 September 2026

4 Nights | from £849

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) Return ferry crossings

) 4 nights half board

) 1 nights hotel entertainment

) Outlined excursions

) Osborne House (EH)

) Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Not included: All lunches

ISLE OF WIGHT GRAND DESIGNS

Houses & Gardens of Distinction

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

The Royal Hotel, Ventnor, Isle of Wight HHHH

Set in the coastal town of Ventnor, the hotel has outstanding views of the Isle of Wight’s breathtaking coastline.

Restaurant, bar, terrace, conservatory, lounges and beautiful gardens.

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

Sunday 26-Thursday 30 April 2026

4 Nights | from £895

Monday 15-Friday 19 June 2026

4 Nights | from £1059

Sunday 4-Thursday 8 October 2026

4 Nights | from £1059

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) Return ferry crossing

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Cream tea

) Entrances to Osborne House (EH) & Whippingham Church

) Ventnor Botanic Gardens

) Entrance to Carisbrooke Castle

) Godshill Model Village Not included: All lunches

Classic single room: £Nil | Garden view single: £100pp (sharing)

Double for sole use: £200pp

Holiday insurance: £36 (Apr) £38 (Jun/Oct)

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour.

Reductions available for (EH) English Heritage Members.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We drive to Southampton for our ferry crossing to the Island, arriving at our hotel during the mid-afternoon.

Day 2 Today we have included a visit to Osborne House (EH). “It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot” said Queen Victoria of Osborne House, her palatial holiday home. Visit Victoria and Albert’s private apartments, their bathing beach and children’s play-cottage for an intimate glimpse of royal family life. Then stroll through the garden terraces where the stunning views across the Solent reminded Prince Albert of the Bay of Naples. We also visit nearby Whippingham Church where Victoria and Albert were once regular members of the congregation. Day 3 This morning we visit the superb Botanic Garden and Visitors Centre followed by free time in the afternoon to discover the delights of Ventnor. Later enjoy a delicious cream tea at our hotel

Day 4 This morning we visit Carisbrooke Castle sitting high and proud at the heart of the Isle of Wight, Carisbrooke Castle has been an artillery fortress, king’s prison and a royal summer residence. Today it is the quintessential romantic castle, with lots to see and enjoy in the fresh open air. Next, we continue to the picturepostcard setting of Godshill, where we include entrance to the marvellous Model Village – a 1/10 scale model of Godshill and Shanklin Old Town that nestles in the grounds of the Old Vicarage.

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

England – South Coast

ARUNDEL CASTLE, CHICHESTER & BRIGHTON

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

Holiday Itinerary

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

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

Wednesday Today we head to Worthing Hove and the famous resort of Brighton. Here we spend the day and you can enjoy a seafront stroll, explore the unique Lanes, a trendy area with cafes, bars and shops.

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

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

The Langstone Hotel, Hayling Island HHHH

The 4-Star Langstone Hotel is a stunningly individualistic hotel situated on the south coast between Portsmouth and Chichester on the northern shore of Hayling Island overlooking Langstone Estuary and harbour. Brasserie restaurant, bar/lounge, leisure facilities include a heated indoor swimming pool. Mobility Grade 4 – Resort: generally level. Hotel: On the level with a few isolated steps throughout. Rooms are on Ground & first floor only with a lift serving one side of the hotel.

Monday 3-Friday 7 August 2026

4 Nights | from £899

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

ISLE OF WIGHT BY HOVERCRAFT

A delightful tour to the South Coast featuring a Hovercraft to the Isle of Wight, plus a visit to Portsmouth along with Brighton, which includes a ‘flight’ on the i360.

Holiday Itinerary

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

Monday Enjoy a trip to the top of Brighton’s i360 and be left in awe by panoramic views of the beautiful South Coast. Glide up to 450ft in the spacious glass viewing pod and take in the views of Brighton’s many landmarks from above, as well as the expansive stretch of coast all the way from the Seven Sisters cliffs to the Isle of Wight. The remainder of the day is at leisure so you can explore this popular seaside destination.

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

) 4 nights half board

) Arundel Castle

) Portsmouth’s Historic Dockyard

Not included: All lunches

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

Wednesday We make the short journey into maritime Portsmouth. There are lots of interesting things to see and do. Visit the magnificent Historic Dockyard or perhaps wander around the Old Town and visit the lovely Cathedral as well as Spice Island, the former haunt of smugglers and press gangs. A visit to Gunwharf Quays is a must, with its excellent array of shops and restaurants.

Thursday Homeward bound.

The Langstone Hotel, Hayling Island HHHH

Please see the Arundel Castle, Chichester & Brighton tour on this page for a full hotel description.

Sunday 7-Thursday 11 June 2026

4 Nights | from £959

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) A flight on the Brighton i360

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

Not included: All lunches

LUXURY EASTBOURNE

At the Hydro Hotel

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

4 Nights from £759

The Hydro Hotel, Eastbourne HHHH Set in award-winning gardens, the Hydro Hotel features an outdoor pool, elegant restaurant and superb sea views. The hotel is a few yards from Eastbourne Seafront, just a 10-minute walk from Eastbourne Pier and a 20-minute walk from the main town centre. The Crystal Restaurant serves classic British and French cuisine for evening dining. Guests can enjoy beverages and light snacks in the cosy lounges, and hearty cooked breakfasts are available daily. Beauty salon, offering a range of specialist treatments and therapies. Poolside terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols. Mobility Grade 3 – Easy access throughout the hotel with occasional steps in public areas. Lift to all floors.

Sunday 22-Thursday 26 March 2026

4 Nights | from £759

Sunday 12-Thursday 16 April 2026

4 Nights | from £769

Sunday 10-Thursday 14 May 2026

4 Nights | from £775

Sunday 31 May-Saturday 6 June 2026

6 Nights | from £1119

Friday 4-Thursday 10 July 2026

6 Nights | from £1119

Friday 28 August-Thursday 3 September 2026

6 Nights | from £1099

Saturday 12-Friday 18 September 2026

6 Nights | from £1099

Sunday 4-Thursday 8 October 2026

4 Nights | from £779

6 Night Holiday Itinerary

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

4 Night Holiday Itinerary

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

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

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

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

Single room: £Nil

Holiday insurance: £36 (Mar/Apr/May)

£46 (Jun/Jul/Aug/Sep) £38 (Oct)

) 4 or 6 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Cream tea

) Guided tour of Brighton’s Royal Pavilion

) The Bluebell Railway (6 night tours only)

Not included: All lunches

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

England – South Coast

HOUSES & GARDENS OF SUSSEX

Famous for lush rolling landscapes, stunning beaches and iconic chalk sea cliffs, this springtime holiday to Eastbourne highlights the beauty of this picture postcard part of the country.

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

Tuesday Our first visit this morning is to Bateman’s (NT) – a seventeenth century house with a twentieth century garden made by Rudyard Kipling, who lived here between 1902-36. The rooms are much as he left them: oriental rugs and artefacts from his Eastern adventures, a book lined study, his Nobel prize certificate for literature, a phonograph playing music and his Rolls Royce still in the garage. Next, we continue to nearby Pashley Manor. Here you will discover a true English country garden set in 11-acres

Wednesday. A day at leisure to relax and explore Eastbourne

Thursday We head inland to the Sussex High Weald to visit one of the country’s truly great gardens, Nyman’s (NT). The perfect place to relax, stroll in the garden and enjoy some time out. A delight at any time of year with constantly evolving planting designs and a rare and unusual plant collection.

Friday A leisurely drive homeward arriving home during the afternoon.

SERENITY IN SUSSEX

Savour private moments, grand manors and exquisite gardens amidst the unspoilt rolling hills and beaches of East Sussex. Retreat to the Relais Cooden Beach Resort, a dream coastal getaway set on a private beach with sweeping uninterrupted views of the English Channel.

Nights

The Langham Hotel, Eastbourne HHHH

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

Monday 20-Friday 24 April 2026

4 Nights | from £669

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) Outlined excursions included entrances to Batemans (NT), Pashley Manor and Nymans (NT) Not included: All lunches

Single room: £Nil | Holiday insurance: £36

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

Sunday Departing Henley we journey south to Sussex, arriving at our hotel during the afternoon.

Monday Today we head to Firle Place where we unravel the centuries on a private tour of one of the finest examples of Elizabethan architecture. We also have free time in Lewes a medieval market town surrounded by chalk cliffs.

Tuesday Explore 11 acres of stunning borders and vistas at the awardwinning, family-owned Pashley Manor, where a lifelong passion for gardening and a love of the English country garden tradition come to life.

Believed to be the childhood retreat of Anne Boleyn, it has been transformed into one of Sussex’s most beautiful landscapes. We also visit Battle, a charming town built around the abbey that was erected on the site of the famous Battle of Hastings.

Wednesday This morning we make tracks for the Kent & East Sussex Railway to embark on a one-way steam train journey from Bodiam to Tenterden. This afternoon is spent with free time in Hastings with its lovely seafront.

Thursday Homeward bound.

The Relais Cooden Beach Hotel HHHH

The Relais Cooden Beach Hotel is a self-rated 4-Star hotel on the Sussex coast, boasting nearly 2 miles of private beachfront. Take in the uninterrupted views of the English Channel from the terrace of its beachfront restaurant. Located near Bexhill-on-Sea, known for its vintage shops and independent cafes, this beautifully renovated hotel has just 45 stylish rooms. No Lift.

Sunday 13-Thursday 17 September 2026

4 Nights | from £999

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) Firle Place including a private guided tour

) Guided tour of Pashley Manor Gardens

) Train ride on the Kent & East Sussex Railway

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £160pp | Holiday insurance: £38 All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

CASTLES & GARDENS OF KENT &

‘Call the Midwife’

Tour

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

Bridgewood Manor, Rochester HHHH

A charming four-Star hotel in Rochester, Bridgewood Manor is the perfect destination for visitors who wish to explore scenic Kent.

Restaurant, bar/lounge, outdoor patio area, leisure club & spa with indoor swimming pool. Mobility Grade 4 – Level entrance, easy access throughout.

Lift to all floors, with 2 purpose built disabled rooms on the ground floor.

Thursday 7-Monday 11 May 2026

4 Nights | from £705

Thursday 2-Monday 6 July 2026

4 Nights | from £729

Thursday

Thursday 3-Monday 7 September 2026 4

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) Sissinghurst Gardens

) Guided tour of Ramsgate Tunnels

) The Historic Naval Dockyard at Chatham

) Call the Midwife Guided Tour

) Hever Castle & Gardens

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £112pp | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday Depart from Henley we travel to Kent, arriving during the afternoon at the Bridgewood Manor Hotel for our 4-night stay.

Friday In the morning we travel to Royal Tunbridge Wells and then in the afternoon we visit one of England’s most famous and romantic gardens, Sissinghurst, with its famous twentieth century garden. Throughout the day we travel through pretty Kent villages including Pluckley, the setting for the filming of The Darling Buds of May.

Saturday Enjoy the best of the Kent Coast as we first travel to Margate, the original seaside destination. We continue to Ramsgate, where we include a visit to the historic Ramsgate tunnels, a huge and cavernous subterranean world of underground tunnels that were built to hide people during the blitz in World War II. A marvel of engineering, that we’ll discover on our guided tour. There are also a series of wartime reconstructions including an abandoned train station and an underground bunker. From here, we continue to Deal, possibly the prettiest seaside town in Kent.

Sunday After breakfast we will visit the historic city of Rochester, known for its connections to Charles Dickens and its cathedral, the second oldest foundation in England. Next, we head for nearby Chatham, where we visit the fascinating Historic Naval Dockyard, a vast treasure trove of all things nautical. We also enjoy the official Call the Midwife Tour. This popular TV series has captured the hearts of millions of TV viewers over the years, with our exciting tour introducing you to some of the props, costumes and sets, all lead by a costumed Midwife!

Monday Departing our hotel we visit historic Hever Castle and gardens with its enchanting double-moated castle and 125 acres of spectacular gardens before returning home in the late afternoon.

England – South Coast

SPARKLING SOUTH DOWNS

Indulge in the best of English elegance with exquisite award-winning wines at the Bolney Estate and the regency splendour of Afternoon Tea and Goodwood House, with its world-class art collection and opulent State Apartments.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel to the Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and our upscale hotel, the Voco Lythe Hill and Spa, for 4 nights.

Tuesday Go behind-the-scenes of expert English winemaking at the award-winning family-run Bolney Wine Estate with an exclusive behindthe-scenes Tour and Food and Wine Tasting. Indulge in a tutored tasting session of five award-winning wines, expertly paired with cheese and completed by a charcuterie board. During the day we also pay a visit to the picturesque market town of Haslemere, nestled in the Surrey Hills

Wednesday Revel in the full Regency splendour of Goodwood House, home to the Dukes of Richmond for over 300 years. On a guided tour, admire the extensive art collection and enjoy a splendid Afternoon Tea

Thursday One thousand years of history combine for a guided tour of the house at Parham, the epitome of tranquillity and timeless beauty, a much-loved family home since 1577, and one of England’s ‘Thousand best houses’. (Please be aware that rooms are spread across 3 floors, with stairs to the Ground Floor and no lift).

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

The Voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa

Situated in the heart of the Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the 66-bedroom voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa is a charming Tudorstyle retreat with a state-of-the-art spa, an indoor pool, and a fitness centre. Surrounded by 22 acres of picturesque countryside, guests can unwind at the luxurious spa or enjoy dining Tudor Restaurant with views overlooking the Surrey Hills. The hotel doesn’t have a lift.

Monday 28 September-Friday 2 October 2026

4 Nights | from £999

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) Private tour, tasting & pairing at Bolney’s Wine Estate

SOUTHERN SPLENDOUR

Experience the epitome of an English country estate getaway on a royal Tudor journey. Stay in a charming 4-Star country manor and explore grand Tudor estates – 16th-century Loseley Park and 15th-century Dorney Court, both still lived in today.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel to the charming Oatlands Park Hotel, arriving during the afternoon for our 4-nights stay.

Tuesday Discover the centuries of dedication behind one of England’s finest gardens with the Head Gardener of Loseley Park, set within 1,400 acres of glorious rolling countryside. Wander through five exquisite garden rooms.

Visit the historic herb garden, supplying the 16th-century Tudor manor house for 500 years since it was rebuilt to host Queen Elizabeth I.

Wednesday Step behind the scenes of Bohemian Rhapsody, Elizabeth: The Golden Age, and Bridgerton on a

private guided tour of Dorney Court, one of England’s most exquisite Tudor manor houses. End the day with free time in Windsor, with its iconic castle and Royal history.

Thursday Follow the Royal Route of King Henry VIII as you cruise the enchanting river Thames to his favourite residence Hampton Court Palace. Delight in Henry VIII’s opulent private apartments as you stroll past portraits of Tudor monarchs lining the Processional Route, to the infamous ‘Haunted Gallery’ on a guided tour of Hampton Court Palace Friday Homeward bound.

Oatlands Park Hotel, Surrey

Set within 10 acres of beautiful grounds, the 144-bedroom Oatlands Park Hotel is a stunning Grade II-listed 18th-century mansion in the heart of Surrey, just a short distance from the original site of the grand royal palace built by Henry VIII and steeped in royal history. The picturesque gardens provide a tranquil setting for guests, with lake views and the shade of mature trees, including one planted by Charles I to celebrate the birth of his son.

Monday 3-Friday 7 August 2026

4 Nights | from £999

) Guided tour with afternoon tea at Goodwood House

) Guided tour of Parham

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £200pp | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) Head Gardener Tour at Loseley Park

) Private Guided Tour of Dorney Court

) 90 minute cruise on the Thames

) Guided Tour of Hampton Court

Palace

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £200pp | Holiday insurance: £38

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

SECRET SUFFOLK & THE SUNRISE COAST

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

4 Nights from £1099

The Wentworth Hotel, Aldeburgh HHHH

Located on the unspoilt Suffolk coast, the Wentworth Hotel has been owned and run by the same family since 1920. Situated just 20 yards from the beach the hotel has an awardwinning 2 AA Rosette restaurant serving daily specials using fresh local produce. 2 cosy guest lounges, with open fires and comfortable sofas. There are also 2 sea-facing gardens, offering views of the beach and cream teas in summer. Mobility Grade 3 – The Hotel features bright, traditional rooms with en-suite facilities. Many rooms offer impressive sea views, and all have a TV and radio. Please note that although there is no lift in the hotel, the majority of our rooms will be on either the ground or first floor.

Sunday 24-Thursday 26 May 2026

4 Nights | from £1099

Monday 28 September-Friday 2 October 2026

4 Nights | from £1099

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) Complimentary gift bag

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Cream tea

) Entrance to Sutton Hoo & Christchurch Mansion

) Waveney River cruise

) Snape Maltings

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £124pp | Single sea view: £124pp | Sea view: £72pp (sharing)

Darfield House rooms: £50pp (sharing) | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel towards Suffolk with a stop en-route in the market town of Bury St Edmunds. Visit the ancient abbey dating back to the Magna Carta, or pop into the Angel Hotel of Dickens and Mrs Pickwick fame, before continuing in the afternoon to Aldeburgh and our 4-night stay at the Wentworth Hotel

Day 2 Enjoy a scenic morning drive via the pretty village of Thorpeness with its pretty mock Tudor houses and the fairytale ‘House in the Clouds’ to the beautiful seaside town of Southwold on the Suffolk Heritage Coast. This elegant town, with its award-winning pier and famous painted beach huts reveals an English seaside resort as it used to be. We return to our hotel in the afternoon where we will be treated to a delightful Cream Tea

Day 3 Today, we visit Sutton Hoo – home to one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time. Walk around the ancient burial mounds and discover the incredible story of the ship burial of an Anglo-Saxon king and his treasured possessions. Come face to face with your ancestors and explore award-winning exhibitions, the full-size reconstruction of the burial chamber and the stunning replica treasures and original finds from one of the mounds, including a prince’s sword. From here we continue to Christchurch Mansion, one of Suffolk’s most treasured buildings, this beautiful Tudor mansion is the jewel in the crown of Ipswich’s historic past, boasting over 500 years of history. Explore the period rooms from the Tudor kitchen to the sumptuous Georgian saloon and the beautifully detailed Victorian wing. Gaze at the fine collection of art from Suffolk artists including the biggest collection of Thomas Gainsborough and John Constable paintings outside of London.

Day 4 We drive to Oulton Broad where we enjoy a delightful 90-minute Waveney Marshland River Cruise along the Suffolk/Norfolk border travelling through the grazing marshlands on the Angles Way, taking in the waterside village of Burgh St Peter. On our return we visit Snape Maltings, home of the Aldeburgh Festival and founded by Benjamin Britten in 1948 and today plays host to many concerts and workshops throughout the year. The Snape Maltings complex consists of houses art galleries, restaurants, cafés and up-market shops.

Day 5 Departing our hotel we return to Lavenham, one of the UK’s best preserved timber framed villages dating back to Saxon times – the main street was used in scenes of Harry Potter’s Deathly Hallows. In the afternoon we continue our journey back to the Midlands.

England – Eastern Counties

SCENIC SUFFOLK

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

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 A journey to the beautiful Bury St Edmunds, then on to our hotel.

Day 2 Today we visit charming Southwold, where you can enjoy the fresh sea air. Attractions include the working lighthouse, colourful beach huts, and an award-winning pier.

Day 3 We visit magnificent Helmingham Hall Gardens, set in a beautiful park with a herd of red deer. Explore herbaceous borders, a herb and knot garden, and a stunning rose garden. Later, we continue

to nearby Otley Hall – a 15th-century Tudor moated hall.

Day 4 Visit Sutton Hoo, site of two early medieval cemeteries. Explore the Royal Burial Ground and see the full-size Anglo-Saxon ship sculpture. Later, we continue to Aldeburgh to enjoy its unspoilt shingle coastline and  heathlands.

Day 5 Departing after breakfast, we visit Lavenham, England’s best-preserved medieval village, before commencing our journey homeward.

Salthouse Harbour Hotel, Ipswich HHHH

This contemporary, boutique hotel is set on the beautiful Ipswich waterfront. Each of the modern bedrooms has been individually designed with a personal touch, with plenty of warm and welcoming tones and contemporary furnishings. Some rooms offer fantastic views over the marina. Restaurant & bar. Mobility Grade 4 – Locality & hotel are generally level throughout. Lift to all floors.

Sunday 3-Thursday 7 May 2026

4 Nights | from £879

Monday 14-Friday 18 September 2026

4 Nights | from £899

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom (May)

) Club class extra legroom coach (Sep)

Single room: £215pp

Holiday insurance: £36 (May) £38 (Sep)

) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to Helmington Hall & Otley Hall Gardens

) Sutton Hoo

Not included: All lunches

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

CONSTABLE COUNTRY

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

Holiday Itinerary

Monday En-route to our hotel, we visit Audley End House (EH), one of England’s grandest stately homes. With Victorian fixtures and fittings, it offers an atmospheric glimpse into daily life of the era.

Tuesday We visit Aldeburgh, a pretty coastal town with an unspoilt beach and fishermen’s huts. Later, enjoy a relaxing cruise along the scenic River Deben Wednesday With our Blue Badge

guide, we explore Constable Country including East Bergholt and Dedham, visiting sites linked to John Constable and historic churches. We return to our hotel for a Cream Tea.

Thursday Morning visit to Beth Chatto Gardens, a Grade II listed collection. In the afternoon, we explore Clactonon-Sea with its pier, arcades, and seafront walks Friday Homeward bound, pausing at Lavenham

Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Stoke by Nayland, near Colchester HHHH

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

Monday 13-Friday 17 July 2026

4 Nights | from £879

Monday 28 September-Friday 2 October 2026

4 Nights | from £879

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Cream tea

) Entrance to Audley End House (EH)

) Debden River cruise

) Constable Country guided tour

) Entrance to Beth Chatto’s Gardens

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £170pp | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour.

Reductions available for (EH) English Heritage Members.

NORFOLK HIDEAWAY

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

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel to East Anglia, stopping for lunch (not included) in the Cathedral City of Ely before arriving at our hotel for a 4-night stay.

Day 2 Today we visit Norwich City Centre, dominated by its magnificent Norman cathedral – one of Europe’s finest Romanesque buildings. Norwich Castle Museum and Art Gallery is a key landmark, and there’s excellent shopping in Castle Mall and the outdoor market.

Day 3 We enjoy a steam train ride on

the Bure Valley Railway from Aylsham to Wroxham, following the scenic river through meadowland. After lunch in Wroxham, the ‘Capital of the Norfolk Broads’, we take a memorable 2-hour cruise on the River Bure.

Day 4 This morning we visit Cromer famous for crab fishing and its Victorian pier. In the afternoon, we explore Felbrigg Hall, one of East Anglia’s most elegant country houses, featuring a Gothic library and Grand Tour paintings.

Day 5 After breakfast, it’s homeward bound.

Dunston Hall Hotel, Swainsthorpe, Norwich HHHH

The hotel is an imposing country house hotel set in 170 acres of beautiful, wooded Norfolk parkland. This lovely hotel with its sweeping drive and combined Elizabethan and Victorian styles, offers the perfect location for a relaxing break. The hotel has spacious public areas, a fine restaurant, Brasserie bar, club house bar and shop. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam room. All bedrooms have en-suite bathroom, TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee maker. Mobility Grade 3 –Locality generally level with a few steps to main entrance and leisure area.

Thursday

4 Nights | from £799

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Ccomplimentary hot & cold drinks

GREAT YARMOUTH & The Norfolk Broads

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

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday Travelling to East Anglia, we make a stop for lunch in Ely before arriving at our hotel during the afternoon.

Monday A free day to explore and discover the delights of Great Yarmouth

Tuesday We begin the day with a visit to Wroxham and the charming Norfolk Broads where we enjoy a cruise around the picturesque Broads. In the afternoon we head to Norwich, where a visit to the Cathedral is a must, also cobbled Elm Hill and the Castle Mall shopping complex.

Wednesday We visit the timeless and delightful resort of Southwold, little

changed since Victorian times. In the afternoon, we head inland to Diss for a visit to Bressingham Gardens and Steam Museum – the gardens are renowned the world over for their excellence.

Thursday Our first visit today is to Blickling Estate, one of England’s great Jacobean Houses. The gardens are full of colour throughout the year and the extensive parkland has a lake with beautiful woodland and lakeside walks. We have a chance to explore before we visit our coastal resort Cromer for a leisurely afternoon by the sea.

Friday Departing after breakfast we return homeward, arriving in the mid-afternoon.

The Imperial Hotel, Great Yarmouth HHHH

Overlooking the beach and the sea, this 4-Star hotel was named ‘Hotel of the Year’ in the Great Yarmouth Tourist Authority Awards and offers a high standard of accommodation, food and service. The Imperial Hotel is an independent hotel, managed by the owners, with attentive service and modern facilities. Hotel facilities include 3 restaurants, bar, sun terrace and lift access to the rooms. The hotel’s Café Cru took the ‘Restaurant of the Year’ title in the local authority awards.

Sunday 31 May-Friday 5 June 2026

5 Nights | from £959

) 4 nights half board

) The Bure Valley Railway & Broads cruise

) Entrance to Felbrigg

Not included: All lunches

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 5 nights half board

) Broads cruise

) Bressingham Gardens & Steam Museum

) The Blickling Estate

Not included: All lunches

England – Eastern Counties

TREASURED HOUSES OF NORFOLK

At the Knights Hill Hotel

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

4 Nights from £879

Best Western Plus Knights Hill Hotel, South Wootton, near Kings Lynn HHHH

Located just four miles from King’s Lynn town centre, the hotel has evolved from a working farm into the stylish, character-filled accommodation you see today.

79 bedrooms, a number having patios leading into the walled garden. Elegant restaurant. Farmers Arms traditional country pub. Leisure club with indoor pool, sauna, gym & spa. Mobility Grading 3 – Locality & Hotel are generally level.

No lift but ground floor rooms with easy access available.

Monday 22-Friday 26 June 2026

4 Nights | from £879

Monday 14-Friday 18 September 2026

4 Nights | from £879

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception ) Entrances to Barnsdale Gardens, Sandringham House & Gardens

Houghton Hall, Holkham Hall (with a cream tea) and Burghley House & Gardens

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £224pp | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Holiday Itinerary

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

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

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

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

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

NORFOLK’S NATURAL HAVENS

Navigate Norfolk’s natural havens of pioneering conservation. Don your explorer hat for a Norfolk safari offering a special glimpse into Europe’s rich wildlife heritage. Capture quintessential Norfolk charm at Sandringham and cap it all with a local distillery visit.

Holiday

Nights from

Monday Depart from your home area this morning and travel to Kings Lynn, arriving at the Dukes Head Hotel in time for dinner and a 4-night stay.

Tuesday Today is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience an expertled safari tour of some of the world’s most endangered species of deer, antelope, and birds. Prioritising animal welfare, your trailer ride through Watatunga’s breathtaking 170 acres gets up close to animals thriving in their natural-like habitats. Cap off your adventure with exquisite local WhataHoot gin and refreshments, served with a side of spectacular scenery.

Wednesday Our free day in Kings Lynn includes a visit to a local producer. Using locally sourced ingredients, the Whatahoot Distillery is one of the only gin companies in Norfolk who distil their own produce, making them award-winners in both innovation and more importantly, gin. Indulge in an insightful tour and tasting in a recently transformed 17th century warehouse, the rustic home of Whatahoot.

Thursday Her Majesty the Queen’s much-loved country retreat Sandringham is the perfect setting to explore opulent, elaborate state rooms.

Friday After breakfast, we make our homeward journey.

The Dukes Head Hotel, Kings Lynn HHHH

The Dukes Head is the quintessential market town hotel restyled for the discerning twenty-first-century traveller. The rooms are large and are all equipped with en-suite facilities and have TV, telephone, iron and hospitality tray. Mobility Grade 4 – The hotel is accessible throughout with a lift to all floors.

Monday 31 August-Friday 4 September 2026 4 Nights | from £929

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board at the Dukes Head Hotel

£100pp

) Watatunga Wildlife Reserve expert-led safari

) Whatahoot Distillery tour and tasting

) Excursion to Sandringham

Not included: All lunches

CRUISING & STEAMING IN NORFOLK

Discover the charm of Norfolk with this delightful tour combining coast, countryside, heritage rail, and the famous Norfolk Broads.

4 Nights from

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Depart from your home area this morning and travel to Norwich, arriving at the Wensum Valley Hotel in time for dinner and a 4-night stay.

Tuesday We begin with a visit to England’s premier lavender farm, Norfolk Lavender, where nearly 100 acres of the fragrant crop are under cultivation. A guide will take us on a fascinating tour covering the history, growing process, and distillery. There’s also time to explore the National Collection of Lavender, showcasing a wide variety of species. In the afternoon we continue to the historic port of King’s Lynn, where you can find lunch and enjoy free time to explore at leisure.

Wednesday Today is free to enjoy the fine city of Norwich. Take in the magnificent cathedral, browse the shops, or wander the cobbled streets of Elm Hill. With its mix of history, architecture, and vibrant culture, Norwich has plenty to offer.

Thursday This morning we travel to Aylsham to board the Bure Valley Railway for a nostalgic 9-mile journey to Wroxham. Here we transfer to the water for a relaxing cruise on the Norfolk Broads, taking in the tranquil waterways, reed beds and pretty thatched villages such as Woodbastwick.

Friday After breakfast, we make our homeward journey.

Wensum Valley Hotel, Norwich HHH

The Wensum Valley Hotel is set just outside the city, ideally placed for our excursions. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, and gym. All bedrooms are ensuite with television, telephone, hairdryer, and tea/coffee making facilities. Please note: the hotel does not have a lift, though ground floor rooms are available.

Monday 15-Friday 19 June 2026 4 Nights | from £829

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board at the Wensum Valley Hotel

£106pp |

) Guided tour of Norfolk Lavender Farm

) Excursion to King’s Lynn

) Bure Valley Railway journey

) Wroxham Broads cruise

Not included: All lunches

England – Eastern Counties

NORFOLK

–

NORWICH & COASTAL TOWNS

With a visit to the National Horse Racing Museum at Newmarket, historic Norwich, charming Bury St Edmunds and the classic seaside towns of Wells-next-the-Sea, Sheringham and Cromer, this holiday offers variety and something for everyone.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Depart from Henley and travel to Norfolk, arriving during the afternoon at the Dunston Hall Hotel for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday Visit Norwich, the capital of Norfolk. Explore its famous medieval cathedral, the picturesque Tombland area, cobbled Elm Hill and the Castle Mall shopping complex.

Wednesday Travel to Newmarket home of horseracing, for a visit to the National Horse Racing Museum. Continue to Bury St Edmunds to explore its Abbey Gardens, market day stalls and historic streets.

Thursday A day on the Norfolk coast, visiting Wells-next-the-Sea, the fishing

town of Sheringham and Cromer with its famous pier and seaside charm.

Friday After breakfast we leave and begin our journey home.

Dunston Hall Hotel, Swainsthorpe, Norwich HHHH

A 4-Star country house hotel set in 170 acres of Norfolk parkland, combining Elizabethan and Victorian style. Facilities include restaurant, bars, leisure club with indoor pool, spa, sauna and steam room.

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

Monday 16-Friday 20 March 2026

4 Nights | from £689

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom, reclining seats, Wi-Fi, USB points and complimentary drinks

DAMBUSTERS & LINCOLNSHIRE HERITAGE

Stay at the home of the Dambusters – the historic Petwood Hotel in the charming village of Woodhall Spa, once the officers’ mess of 617 Squadron. This five-day holiday combines aviation heritage with visits to delightful towns and villages.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday En-route to our hotel, we visit the quintessential English town of Stamford before continuing to Woodhall Spa.

Monday We explore the dramatic fenland, starting in Boston, a market town dominated by St Botolph’s Church, known as ‘The Stump’. We continue to Spalding, centre of the UK flower industry, before visiting Springfields Outlet and Festival Gardens.

Tuesday A day immersed in aviation history begins at the Battle of Britain

Memorial Flight Visitor Centre with a guided tour. We then visit the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre evoking the atmosphere of a wartime bomber airfield.

Wednesday Our aviation theme continues at the International Bomber Command Centre, dedicated to remembrance. In the afternoon, we head to Lincoln, with its magnificent cathedral, Norman castle, and medieval streets.

Thursday After breakfast, we depart Woodhall Spa and visit Newark’s National Civil War Centre. We return home in the afternoon.

The Petwood Hotel, Woodhall Spa HHH

This lovely, characterful and historic 3-Star hotel is set in beautiful grounds on the edge of Woodhall Spa. Once home to the officers of 617 Squadron, the hotel combines heritage with modern comfort. Facilities include restaurant, bar, croquet lawn, snooker room and beauty treatments. Most rooms are served by a lift. Mobility Grade 3 – isolated steps throughout.

Sunday 12-Thursday 16 April 2026 4 Nights | from £739

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) 4 nights half board at the Dunston Hall Hotel

) Admission to the National Horse Racing Museum

Not included: all lunches)

Single room: £140pp | Holiday insurance: £36

All prices are per person & are for the entire

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats, complimentary hot & cold drinks, free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board at the Petwood Hotel

) Excursions to Stamford, Boston, Spalding & Lincoln

Entrance to:

) Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Visitor Centre

) Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre

) International Bomber Command

Centre

) National Civil War Centre, Newark

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £60pp | Holiday insurance: £36 All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

THE BEATLES OF LIVERPOOL

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

Nights

Holiday Itinerary

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

Tuesday This morning we are joined by our local guide for a fascinating tour of Liverpool, including places made famous by the Beatles, Titanic White Star Line headquarters, the Cathedrals and much more. In the afternoon we make our way to the Beatles Museum home to large collection of authentic Beatles Memorabilia.

Wednesday This morning we head for the Beatles Story Museum, as the

journey is told of how four young lads from Liverpool were propelled to the dizzy heights of fame and fortune from their humble childhood beginnings. This afternoon is free to explore the city.

Thursday After enjoying breakfast we head for Strawberry Fields. We include a Mersey Ferries Cruise where we ride on the iconic ‘Mersey Ferry’ and be spellbound by the breathtaking views of Liverpool and the Wirral.

Friday After breakfast we leave and begin our journey home.

The Hard Day’s Night Hotel, Liverpool HHHH

This ‘Fab Four’ star hotel is the world’s only Beatles inspired hotel, combining the highest quality facilities in a truly unique environment. Lounge Bar, Bar Four, Blakes Restaurant. This Beatlesthemed hotel has exclusive artwork

and boutique bedrooms with free Wi-Fi. The 4-Star bedrooms each have a luxury bathroom and an interactive flat-screen TV. Rooms also have a Hypnos bed, and all are individually decorated with Beatles artwork and modern furniture.

Monday 18-Friday 22 May 2026

4 Nights | from £859

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

TITANIC MELODIES

Dive into the Titanic’s untold legacy with a captivating walking tour in Liverpool, followed by Champagne and afternoon tea as it was served on board. Celebrate a love of music with an extraordinary evening in the iconic Cavern Club.

3 Nights from

) 4 nights half board

) Guided tour of Liverpool on the coach

) The Beatles Museum

) The Beatles Story Museum

) Strawberry Fields

) Mersey cruise

Not included: All lunches

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We depart and make our way to Liverpool arriving at the Pullman Hotel for our 3-nights stay.

Monday We visit Knowsley Hall, a Grade II listed stately home often described as a hidden gem of the North West. Owned by the Earls of Derby for over 600 years, we include a Curator tour of the hall’s extraordinary collection, including a light lunch. In the evening we celebrate a love of music at the iconic Cavern Club, where The Beatles perfected their craft, performing an impressive 292 shows between 1961 and 1963. Savour a delicious buffet before enjoying live music in the intimate brick-vaulted cellars adorned with 1960s memorabilia, where tribute acts bring the spirit of the era back to life.

Tuesday We discover the spiritual home of the Titanic, the largest passenger ship of her time, with a walking tour of Liverpool, followed by afternoon tea and the ship’s house brand Champagne. Visit the Grade II listed home of White Star Line founder, Thomas Ismay and his son, J Bruce Ismay, who was heavily criticised for escaping on one of the last lifeboats. Reflect at Britain’s largest cathedral, before tasting Titanic era elegance – a sumptuous afternoon tea based on surviving menus, complete with the type of Champagne served on-board, all enjoyed in the opulent Royal Insurance Building.

Wednesday After breakfast we leave and begin our journey home.

The Pullman Hotel, Liverpool HHHH

Located on the banks of the River Mersey and offering stunning views, the Pullman Liverpool is a modern 4-Star hotel that combines comfort with contemporary style. Its elegantly designed rooms, on-site restaurant and stylish lounge bar make it an ideal choice for leisure travellers. The hotel has a lift.

Sunday 5-Wednesday 28 July 2026

3 Nights | from £899

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 3 nights half board

) Curator tour of Knowsley Hall including light lunch

) Evening buffet and show at the Cavern Club

) Titanic walking tour of Liverpool

) Afternoon tea and champagne

‘Titanic-style’

Not included: All lunches

England – North West

LIVING LEGENDS IN CHESTER

& NORTH

WALES

Explore the time-travelling city of Chester, hailed as the prettiest city in the world and step into the heart of the Carneddau Mountain Range at Gareth Wyn Jones’ 370-year-old farm.

Monday Depart from your home area this morning and travel to Cheshire, arriving late afternoon at Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa for dinner and a 4-night stay.

Tuesday Walk in the footsteps of Roman centurions through the ancient streets of Deva – now Chester. Clad in museum-quality armour, expert guides transport you back in time revealing the daily lives of Roman soldiers through captivating stories and key sites, brought to life with the latest archaeological discoveries. Marvel at Britain’s largest amphitheatre, once

roaring with 8,000 spectators for thrilling gladiator contests.

Wednesday Join Gareth Wyn Jones, the UK’s most followed farmer, known for his appearances on the BBC and Jack Whitehall’s Travels with My Father, at his 370-year-old family farm nestled in the foothills of the Carneddau Range. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Menai Straits and Anglesey, witness the skill and intelligence of working sheepdogs and, with a bit of luck, catch a glimpse of the rare and wild Carneddau Ponies.

Thursday After breakfast, we begin our journey home.

Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa

This award-winning hotel on the edge of the ancient city of Chester, is a haven of picturesque serenity. The traditional building houses contemporary and stylish bedrooms, an opulent spa, including a swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, and a charming lakeside garden. The hotel has lifts, though some rooms are accessible by stairs only.

Monday 3-Thursday 6 August 2026

3 Nights | from £799

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating and legroom

) Complimentary on-board hot and cold drinks

) 3 nights half board at The Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa

CHESTER WITH LOTS OF SINGLES

A specially designed singles tour to historic Chester and North Wales. Step back in time on a guided tour of Port Sunlight, relax on a sightseeing cruise along the River Dee, and enjoy a full day in the ever-popular seaside resort of Llandudno. With a centrally located hotel steeped in Victorian grandeur

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Depart from your home area this morning and travel to Chester, arriving late afternoon at The Queens at Chester BW Premier Collection by Best Western for dinner and a 4-night stay.

Tuesday Today we visit the muchloved seaside resort of Llandudno Take the tramway to the summit of the Great Orme for wonderful views, browse the shops along the wide main street, or simply relax on the sweeping promenade.

Wednesday A day in Chester. Explore the unique ‘Rows’ of two-tiered shops, stroll along the historic City Walls, or wander down to the River Dee for a leisurely lunch. In the afternoon we

) Excursion to Chester

) Guided Roman walking tour of Chester

) Meet renowned farmer Gareth Wynn Jones and gain insight into his life and profession in the foothills of the Welsh mountains

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £150pp | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

join a relaxing sightseeing cruise on the river, with informative commentary highlighting Chester’s history and landmarks.

Thursday This morning we travel to Port Sunlight Village, built by William Hesketh Lever for his factory workers and named after his famous Sunlight Soap. On our guided tour we learn about the village’s fascinating heritage and unique architecture. We return to the hotel in the afternoon for a traditional Cream Tea of scones with clotted cream, jam, and tea or coffee. Friday After breakfast, we begin our journey home.

The Queen at Chester BW Premier Collection by Best Western

This stately Victorian hotel is located just a short distance from Chester city centre. Marvel at the vaulted ceilings, sweeping staircases, and regal public rooms once frequented by the likes of Charles Dickens and Lillie Langtry. Each ensuite bedroom is individually styled with period charm and equipped with a flat-screen TV and hospitality tray. The hotel has a lift.

Monday 20-Friday 24 July 2026

4 Nights | from £799

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board at The Queens at Chester

) Excursion to Llandudno

) Guided tour of Port Sunlight Village

) Chester Boat Cruise

) Afternoon Cream Tea at the hotel

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £160pp | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

WATERFRONT SOUTHPORT

The 4-Star boutique Waterfront Hotel occupies a unique position overlooking Southport’s Marine Lake, just steps away from the resort’s top attractions. Enjoy a relaxing time in ‘the floral capital of the North West’, with an excursion along the Fylde Coast and an enthralling day ‘With the Beatles’ in Liverpool.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We drive north, with a convenient lunch stop, to our superbly situated hotel for our 4-night stay.

Day 2 Enjoy a ride up the Lancashire coast, stopping at Lytham St Annes, with its wide-open sandy beaches, lovely pier, beach huts and boutique shops, before spending contrasting time in Blackpool, home of thrills, spills and entertainment.

Day 3 A day at leisure in Southport, the proclaimed ‘Floral Capital of the North West’, with its beaches, parks and gardens. Or simply enjoy a relaxing day alongside the Marine Lake, built in the 19th century as a safe haven for ships during low tides. Nowadays it’s

a popular leisure attraction and is just outside the door of our hotel.

Day 4 We head for to Liverpool, visiting the Beatles Story Museum

This afternoon is free to explore the city at leisure, including the Albert Dock or maybe head to Mathew Street and the famous Cavern Club, where the band cut their teeth.

Day 5 We head homeward, but not before a visit to Rufford Old Hall (NT). A stunning Tudor Great Hall with fantastic furniture, tapestries and a carved oak screen. History springs to life in the Hesketh’s dining room, its food laden table, lit candles and ‘fire in the hearth’ waiting for the family’s dinner guests.

Waterfront Hotel, Southport HHH

Overlooking the serene Marine Lake and just steps from Southport’s top attractions, the Waterfront has 131 bedrooms, a Roof Garden & Bar. Rooms are designed with comfort in mind, with high-speed internet, flatscreen TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities.

Monday 22-Friday 26 June 2026

4 Nights | from £729

Sunday 30

Look What’s Included ) Door to door service

) Our own courier service ) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach ) 4 nights half board ) Entrance to The Beatles Story ) Entrance to Rufford Old Hall (NT) Not included: All lunches

SAPHOS STEAM TRAIN

Experience the golden age of luxurious rail travel on this exclusive private charter train, with champagne, exquisite gourmet meals, and exceptional first-class service aboard the timelessly elegant Saphos Steam Train. Thunder along the iconic Settle & Carlisle Line and couple this with a stay in Chester at one of the few remaining great railway hotels.

Sunday We head to Chester for our three night stay at the Queen Hotel.

Monday The highlight of the trip: step aboard the exquisite Saphos Train Welcomed with Buck’s Fizz, enjoy a full English or fish breakfast, pastries, and granola. The train travels the Settle & Carlisle Line, crossing the iconic Ribblehead Viaduct. After alighting at Langwathby, we visit Dalemain Mansion and Gardens. On return, a champagne reception, canapés, and a five-course seasonal dinner await, including cheese board, wine, tea, coffee, and petits fours. We return to Chester via the West Coast Main Line.

Tuesday We visit Arley Hall, the family home of the 11th Viscount Ashbrook and a filming location for Peaky Blinders. Our private visit includes entry to the Hall and its award-winning 15-acre gardens.

Wednesday We leave for home after a last, hearty Cheshire breakfast.

The Queen, Chester HHHH With new jewels in its crown following a sparkling £5 million refurbishment in 2024, The Queen at Chester blends historic grandeur with modern elegance. Since 1860, this iconic railway hotel has welcomed discerning travellers, including Charles Dickens and Lillie Langtry. Set opposite Chester Station, it remains beautifully connected for exploring the city and beyond. Guests can expect stylish rooms, a peaceful garden terrace, and exceptional dining.

Look What’s Included ) Door to door service ) Our own courier service ) Club class extra legroom coach ) 3 nights half board ) Arley Hall guided tour

) Dalemain Mansion House & Gardens

) The Saphos Steam Train Excursion from Chester to Cumbria & Return plus catering on-board as described Not included: Lunches not mentioned

England – North West

BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS

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

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We drive north to our hotel for our 4-night stay.

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

Wednesday A day at leisure to experience the wide-open sandy

beaches of St Annes with its traditional pier, beach huts, mini links golf or the pretty green and historic windmill on Lytham Green offering views across to Southport and even North Wales on a clear day.

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

Friday We head homeward, but not before a visit to Rufford Old Hall (NT)

GRANGE-OVER-SANDS & THE SOUTHERN LAKES

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

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday En-route to our hotel we travel via the gardens of Levens Hall

Monday Today, we visit Lakes Aquarium on the southern shore of Windermere. Also, enjoy a 45-minute cruise on Lake Windermere where we can relish the magnificent mountain scenery.

Tuesday A leisurely drive through the Furness region which includes a return steam train journey on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway from the coastal village of Ravenglass through the foothills of the Lake District National Park. We continue

to Muncaster Castle, Gardens, Hawk and Owl Centre, where we spend time exploring this haunted castle and its grounds!

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

Thursday We leave for home after a last, hearty ‘Cumbrian’ breakfast.

Best Western Glendower Hotel, St Annes HHH

Situated overlooking St Annes Pier, sitting directly opposite a sandy beach, the hotel offers breathtaking views across the Irish Sea. ‘Coast’ Restaurant & Bar/Lounge. Mobility

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

Monday 26-Friday 30 October 2026

4 Nights | from £779

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom and complimentary on-board hot & cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Guided tour of the Illuminations

) Entrance to Rufford Old Hall (NT) Not included: All lunches

Single room: £64pp | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour.

Discounts available for (NT) National Trust Members.

The Grange Hotel, Grange-over-Sands HHHH

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

Sunday 7-Thursday 11 June 2026

4 Nights | from £939

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) Levens Hall

) Lakes Aquarium & Windermere Lake cruise

) Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway

) Muncaster Castle, Gardens, Hawk & Owl Centre

) Holker Hall & Gardens

) The Lakeland Motor Museum

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £Nil | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

THE BEAUTIFUL SCENIC LAKE DISTRICT

The sheer beauty of the Lake District has inspired poets and artists for centuries, and the area needs little introduction. We feature a variety of interesting excursions!

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We depart and make our way to Cumbria, arriving late afternoon at the Newby Bridge Hotel for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday Today we begin with a drive along the roads of the Grizedale Forest Park to Ambleside. We pause here before heading north past Lake Thirlmere to Keswick. This afternoon we head for beautiful Lake Ullswater and Glenridding for a short stop. We drive over the rugged Kirkstone Pass, with the lonely inn at the summit, and drop down to Lake Windermere

Wednesday Our day begins with a short ride to Haverthwaite Station Here we catch the train to Lakeside where we visit the Aquarium of the Lakes – Britain’s largest freshwater

aquarium. Next, we join the ‘steamer’ for a cruise to Bowness. Disembarking here, we have time for lunch followed by an afternoon free for you to enjoy the town. Later we rejoin the coach for the journey along the shore road back to the hotel.

Thursday Today we follow the coast to Ulverston, birthplace of Stan Laurel. From here we drive up the West Coast to Ravenglass. Here we take a ride on L’al Ratty – The Ravenglass and Eskdale Miniature Railway, before seeing Wastwater – voted Britain’s favourite view. From here, we return to the hotel via the southern fells.

Friday After breakfast, we depart the hotel and head for home.

The Newby Bridge Hotel HHHH

Directly overlooking Lake Windermere in lovely, landscaped grounds, Newby Bridge Hotel is the perfect base for a Lake District holiday. Hotel facilities include an oak-panelled restaurant and ‘The Huntsman’s Inn’ traditional bar along with a leisure centre with pool, spa pool, gym and steam room. All bedrooms are en-suite and are well appointed with views overlooking the beautiful gardens or the lake itself.

Monday 5-Friday 9 October 2026

4 Nights | from £825

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway

) Aquarium of the Lakes

) Windermere cruise

) Ravenglass Railway

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £80pp | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

THE LAKE DISTRICT RAIL, SAIL & CASTLE TRAIL

New for 2026, we’ve teamed up with the Crown at Wetheral, a hotel with leisure facilities set in a peaceful Cumbrian village, with thrilling steam train rides uncovering lakes and fells, plus a cruise in the North Lakes across heavenly Ullswater.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We journey north to Cumbria arriving late afternoon at Crown at Wetheral for our 4-night stay.

Monday We travel to Ravenglass and enjoy a return journey on the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway to Dalegarth, taking in stunning views of the fells. Back in Ravenglass, we visit historic Muncaster Castle & Gardens, still family-owned and beautifully set in the Western Lake District.

Tuesday We visit Lowther Castle and Gardens, beginning with a short introductory talk before exploring at

leisure. Once abandoned, the gardens are now a fascinating restoration project. In the afternoon, we cruise Ullswater from Pooley Bridge to Glenridding aboard a heritage steamer, enjoying afternoon tea on board.

Wednesday This morning is free to explore Keswick, nestled between Skiddaw Mountain and Derwentwater. In the afternoon, we enjoy afternoon tea at Bassenthwaite Lake Station, a restored railway station with a replica steam train and Art Deco carriage café, opposite Dubwath Silver Meadows nature reserve. Thursday Homeward bound.

The Crown at Wetheral HHH

The iconic Crown Hotel in Wetheral is the hub of a pretty village. Every room includes tea/coffee making facilities, TV, Wi-Fi and hairdryer.

The Conservatory Restaurant, picturesque gardens, Walton’s Bar and Eatery – established in 1838 –and the hotel also boasts an indoor pool, steam room, sauna and jacuzzi.

Sunday 24-Thursday 28 May 2026

4 Nights | from £999

Sunday 16-Thursday 20 August 2026

4 Nights | from £999

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Muncaster Castle & Gardens

) Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway

) Lowther Castle & Gardens

) Ullswater Steamer cruise with afternoon tea

) Afternoon tea at Bassenthwaite Lake Station

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £226pp | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

England – North West

LAKELAND EXPLORER

At the Skiddaw Hotel

The Lake District is a unique destination and is home to a stunning combination of rugged crags, rolling wooded valleys and tranquil lakes. The bustling market town of Keswick is the perfect base, from which we will explore some of Cumbria’s most stunning and dramatic landscapes.

4 Nights from £885

The Skiddaw Hotel, Keswick HHH

This popular hotel enjoys an excellent location in the market square of the lovely town of Keswick. Cocktail bar and conservatory, stylish restaurant and pleasant lounge. Mobility Grade 4 – Town: Generally, level. Hotel: Level location. Lift to all floors.

Sunday 22-Thursday 26 March 2026

4 Nights | from £929

Sunday 26-Thursday 30 April 2026 4 Nights | from £885

Monday 1-Friday 5 June 2026 4 Nights | from £945

Sunday 23-Thursday 27 August 2026

4 Nights | from £975

Sunday 13-Thursday 17 September 2026 4 Nights |

Sunday 11-Thursday 15 October 2026

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom (except June date which is club class)

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks (Mar/Apr/Aug/ Oct) OR club class extra legroom coach (Jun)

) 4 nights half board

) Windermere Lake Cruise ) Wordsworth Museum & Dove Cottage

) Mountain Goat mini-coach excursion as itemised

Not included: All lunches

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We depart from Henley and journey north to Kendal ‘Gateway to the Lakes’ for lunch then onto your hotel in Keswick, time to relax before dinner.

Day 2 This morning, we visit Grasmere, famous for its gingerbread and of course it was once the home of the famous poet William Wordsworth. On the outskirts of the village, we step back in time as we visit the Wordsworth Museum & Dove Cottage. Now re-opened after a multi-million-pound restoration project we get a feel for daily life as the Wordsworth’s would have known and experience a humble home where extraordinary writing and thinking took place. We continue to Bowness where we enjoy a scenic sightseeing cruise on stunning Lake Windermere.

Day 3 A morning excursion to Cockermouth, birthplace of William Wordsworth. The thriving town boasts medieval and Georgian streets with small independent shops and a wide selection of interesting antique and gift shops, cafes and pubs. We return to Keswick for free time in the afternoon.

Day 4 This morning, we experience the comfortable services of Mountain Goat

A fleet of mini coaches takes us first to Coniston Water where we visit the Ruskin Museum where we will be able to view Donald Campbell’s ‘Bluebird’. From here we enjoy a cruise on Coniston Water on-board the steam yacht Gondola We continue to Hill Top (NT). This 17th century farmhouse was where Beatrix Potter wrote many of her children’s stories. Our return is via Tarn Hows.

Day 5 Departing Keswick we commence our journey home.

England – Yorkshire

YORKSHIRE ‘GRIT & GRANDEUR’

At the Coniston Hotel

The Yorkshire Dales are home to sublime scenery, interesting attractions and friendly locals. The highlights of our itinerary are a guided tour of the remarkable Halifax Piece Hall, a train ride on the scenic Settle & Carlisle Railway and a cruise on the Leeds-Liverpool canal.

4 Nights from £999

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We travel north, making a comfort stop en-route to the industrially historical town of Halifax. Standing proud in its centre, the Piece Hall is a Grade I listed building dating from 1779 that was built as a cloth hall for the trading of ‘pieces’ of cloth. Upon arrival we will have a tour by a knowledgeable heritage guide who will lead us on a journey of discovery; now the only surviving building of its kind anywhere in the UK there are many fascinating stories to be told, ranging from the Georgian period right through to the current day. From here, we continue to our hotel and our 4-night stay.

The Coniston Hotel, Coniston Cold, near Skipton HHHH

This impressive hotel offers excellent service and is set amidst 1400 acres of spectacular Yorkshire Dales scenery, centred round a 24-acre lake.

Restaurant & bar. Mobility Grade 3 –

The locality is fairly level. Hotel level.

Step-free entrances, ramps and a spacious lift to all floors

Look What’s Included

) Door to door

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Guided tour of Halifax Piece Hall

) Settle & Carlisle Railway

) Wensleydale Creamery

) Canal cruise with refreshments

Not included: All lunches

Doubles for sole use: £262pp | Holiday insurance: £38

Monday We join our coach for the scenic drive to Carlisle where we begin the highlight of our tour today – a train ride on the Settle & Carlisle Railway. Travelling through the glorious wild fells of Westmorland and the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, we journey through some of the country’s most spectacular scenery to the pretty market town of Settle, where we re-join our coach for the short journey back to our hotel.

Tuesday Our day begins with more beautiful scenery as our memorable route takes us to Grassington then through Wharfdale via Kettlewell to Aysgarth. We continue through delightful Wensleydale to the market town of Hawes, where we visit the Wensleydale Creamery

Wednesday Today’s highlight is a scenic canal cruise on the Leeds-Liverpool Canal, with refreshments included. The canal is steeped in over 200 years of history, from its heyday of carrying coal, wool and stone from the dales to Leeds and Liverpool through to modern day pleasure cruisers enjoying the tranquil, slow pace of life. In the afternoon enjoy some free time in Skipton before returning to our hotel.

Thursday It’s time to return home today but not before visiting Haworth, home to the Bronte Sisters, with time to explore the cobbled main street, or perhaps visit the Bronte Parsonage.

England – Yorkshire

WOLDS, DALES & TIMELESS

TRAILS

A 5-day tour where we can enjoy the stunning countryside that Yorkshire has to offer – A blend of timeless architecture, grandeur, and stories.

4 Nights from £829

Cedar Court Hotel, Harrogate HHHH

The Cedar Court Hotel Harrogate is a Grade II listed building and was Harrogate’s first hotel. It enjoys a peaceful location in landscaped grounds close to the town centre and provides spacious and well-equipped accommodation. Public areas include open plan lounge and bar. All bedrooms are en-suite and have television, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift.

Monday 4-Friday 8 May 2026

4 Nights | from £829

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Sledmere House with private garden tour with refreshments

) Guided tour of RHS Harlow Carr

) Keighley & Worth Valley Railway & York Mansion House with cooking demonstration Not included: All lunches

Single room: £120pp | Holiday insurance: £36

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel north to our hotel in Harrogate with time to settle in before our evening meal.

Tuesday We venture to Sledmere House – a majestic English estate with famed gardens sculptured by Capability Brown. Embark on a private guided tour of this cherished 18th-century home.

Wednesday Today we will experience RHS Harlow Carr. These magnificent gardens stand as a lush masterpiece curated by the Royal Horticultural Society.

Thursday The Keighley & Worth Valley Railway takes you on a journey back in time through beautiful ‘Brontë country’ to discover breathtaking world-famous, landscapes. From here, we drive to York Mansion House. There will be a cooking demonstration on how to prepare and cook your own 18th century meal following 300 years of tradition at the heart of York’s society.

Friday Before heading home enjoy a short visit to Knaresborough

England – Yorkshire

CAVE CASTLE, YORK & THE YORKSHIRE COAST

At the Cave Castle Hotel

How about a stay in a Yorkshire castle hotel that does not normally accommodate tour groups?! Cave Castle is located in exquisite grounds in the peaceful village of South Cave at the gateway to the gentle Yorkshire Wolds.

Cave Castle Hotel, South Cave HHH

Cave Castle Hotel is a 3 star hotel within a beautiful castle building.

The site has a long history, though the current castle was built in 1875.

Rooms are in the castle itself or adjoining building. There is lift access to most rooms. As well as its own golf course, the hotel has a renowned restaurant, bar, indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam room. Mobility Grade 2 – Most rooms have bath with overhead shower and, being a historic building, there are steps in places, so possibly not best suited for guests with limited mobility. Most rooms are accessible from the lifts.

Tuesday 19-Saturday 23 May 2026

4 Nights | from £779

Monday 7-Friday 11 September 2026

4 Nights | from £779

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board ) York boat trip Not included: All lunches Doubles for

Day 1 We travel north, making a comfort stop en-route, arriving at the Cave Castle Hotel at the foot of the Yorkshire Wolds in good time for tea and scones before settling to dinner.

Day 2 We join our coach for the scenic drive to York, one of those special cities. It is compact, offering lots of museums, independent shops aplenty, the lovely institution that is Betty’s and an almost complete city wall. That’s not all though, as the Minster is a sight to behold, one of this country’s greatest ecclesiastical landmarks. You can also lose yourself in York’s ‘snickleways’ the alleys in the old town, not least the beautiful cobbled ‘Shambles’. We also include a river cruise on the Ouse to give you a different perspective from the water.

Day 3 Close to our hotel is the historic market town of Beverley, the county town of Yorkshire’s East Riding and home to another spectacular Minster. It is well worth our half day visit.

Day 4 Today’s excursion adds contrast to our stay we decided to venture to Bridlington the Yorkshire coast for some traditional, old-fashioned seaside fun. There are miles of sandy beach, a charming little road train leading from ‘Brid’ to Sewerby Park along the coast and the mighty Flamborough Head dominating from the north, now very much a haven for nature.

Day 5 It’s time to return home with memories of our castle hotel stay.

England – Yorkshire

HISTORIC YORK CITY BREAK

Visit charming York, one of Europe’s most popular historic cities, renowned for its Roman, Viking and Medieval heritage. The streets are packed full of historic buildings, traditional shops and cafés, and a number of museums and art galleries.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We travel north, arriving in York during the afternoon.

Monday Celebrate Yorkshire’s most famous vet as we pay a morning visit to the World of James Herriot Museum Then sit back and enjoy the views as we drive through the Yorkshire Dales, via Pateley Bridge to Grassington the beautiful Dales village that was transformed into Darrowby during the making of the recent series.

Tuesday A day at leisure to enjoy and explore this compact walled City.

Wednesday Step back in time on a tour of the magnificent Castle Howard, stroll the idyllic estate gardens and learn how the stately home was used as a filming location for Brideshead Revisited. In the afternoon enjoy a tour of the North Yorks Moors posing for photos by landmarks like Beggar’s Bridge and Rosedale Abbey; visit the pretty villages of Hutton-le-Hole and Egton; and explore the lively market town of Helmsley.

Thursday Homeward bound.

Middletons Hotel, York HHHH

Nestled in secluded courtyard gardens and within the city walls, Middleton’s Hotel offers 56 cosy guest rooms spread over six historic, grade II listed buildings. Rooms are equipped with flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea and coffee making facilities. Restaurant, lounge bar. Although there is no lift within the hotel, ground floor rooms are available.

Sunday 12-Thursday 16 July 2026

4 Nights | from £799

Sunday 18-Thursday 22

WHITBY, EDEN CAMP & THE NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS

Whitby, undoubtedly one of the finest seaside resorts in the UK, draws visitors from all over the world to its fantastic sights, including a pretty harbour and quaint riverside buildings.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We depart and make our way north to Yorkshire and the Royal Hotel Whitby, with time to settle in and relax before dinner this evening.

Tuesday This morning we journey across the picturesque North Yorkshire Moors to Eden Camp. Housed within the buildings and grounds of a former Prisoner of War camp, this is a unique museum that will take you back to wartime Britain. Later we journey to Pickering to join the North Yorkshire Moors Railway for a steam train journey through rugged moorland back to Whitby, passing through Goathland (featured as ‘Aidensfield’ in TV’s Heartbeat).

Wednesday A free day to discover the varied attractions of Whitby

Thursday This morning we journey along the coastline to Scarborough After free time we visit Scarborough Fairground Heritage Museum Step back in time as you wander around the various halls packed full of wonderful exhibits and even take a ride on some of the vintage fairground rides!

Friday After breakfast we depart for home.

The Royal Whitby Hotel HHH

This traditional coaching hotel is situated high on West Cliff, directly opposite the famous Whalebone Arch, occupying a commanding position with wonderful views across the beaches, harbour and old town. Restaurant, bar & lounge.

Mobility Grade 3 – Locality & hotel is generally level, however there is a slight incline when walking into the town centre. Isolated steps within hotel. The hotel has a lift.

) Entrance to Eden Camp ) A ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway ) Entrance to the Scarborough Fairground Heritage Museum Not included: All lunches

England – North East

KYNREN – AN EPIC TALE OF ENGLAND

Set against the magnificent backdrop of Auckland Castle, County Durham. This 90-minute KYNREN show begins at dusk and ends in starlight. A true spectacle in every sense!

Friday We travel north via a stop in Harrogate, a Victorian spa town with great shopping and eating.

Saturday A free morning to explore the captivating city of Durham with its winding, cobbled streets, by the dramatic Durham Cathedral and Castle World Heritage Site – one of the most stunning city panoramas in Europe. Today, lunch substitutes for evening dinner so during the early evening we make our way to Auckland Castle for the show. As dusk turns to darkness, Kynren takes you on a spellbinding voyage through history, myth and legend.

Sunday Today, we visit Beamish Open-Air Museum – a living museum which tells the story of life in North East England in Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian times.

Monday A leisurely drive homeward arriving home during the afternoon.

Redworth Hall Hotel, Co Durham HHHH

A beautiful Jacobean country manor dating back to 1744. Standing in 150 acres of Durham countryside, the hotel combines traditional elegance with contemporary style. Restaurant, bar, lounge and indoor pool. Mobility Grade 3 – Locality: Generally level. Hotel: Level entrance & lift to all floors.

Friday 14-Monday 17 August 2026

3 Nights | from £749

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

HIDDEN GEMS OF THE NORTH

Join us, as we discover Hidden Gems of Northumbria including a beautiful hotel and visits to Hexham and Durham plus a Kielder Water Birds of Prey Centre.

Itinerary

Monday We travel to the northeast, arriving late afternoon at the Best Western Derwent Manor for our 4-nights stay.

Tuesday Today’s excursion takes us south through the Pennines to Stanhope for a short break, then west to Alston for lunch and a ride on the South Tynedale Railway. We continue to Hexham to visit its historic Abbey before returning to the hotel.

Wednesday We begin in Morpeth on Market Day, with time to explore before crossing the scenic Northumbrian

countryside to Bellingham and Kielder Water. Here we visit the visitor centre and the Kielder Birds of Prey Centre, home to one of the largest collections in the North of England.

Thursday We visit the historic City of Durham, a World Heritage Site dominated by its Norman Cathedral and Castle. After time to explore, we continue to Barnard Castle and the Bowes Museum, housed in a majestic Frenchstyle chateau with a superb collection including the famous Silver Swan. Friday Homeward bound.

The Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel, By Best Western Premier Collection, Allensford, near Consett HHHH

The BW Premier Collection Derwent Manor hotel is set in 20 acres of land overlooking the Derwent Valley. Bedrooms are equipped with television and tea/coffee making facilities. Hotel facilities include indoor pool, sauna and fitness centre. Mobility Grade 4 – Locality: Generally level. Hotel: Level entrance & lift to all floors.

Monday 20-Friday 24 April 2026

4 Nights

) 3 nights half board

) Outlined excursions

) ‘Gold Ticket’ seating for Kynren –

An Epic Tale of England

) Entrance to Beamish Open-Air Museum

Not included: All lunches

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) The South Tynedale Railway

) Kielder Birds of Prey Centre

) Bowes Museum

Not included: All lunches

England – North East

DURHAM’S COASTLINE & CASTLES

From the Enchanting Hardwick Hall Hotel

The beautiful city of Durham, with its Cathedral and Castle World Heritage Site, is the jewel in the crown of an extraordinary county. We also explore the colourful and dramatic landscape of Durham’s Heritage Coast with its beaches, rugged cliffs and imposing headlands – a truly stunning location!

4 Nights from £835

Hardwick Hall Hotel, near Sedgefield, Co Durham HHHH Hardwick Hall is a four-Star rated, award-winning hotel in County Durham and Teesside. Surrounded by the stunning Hardwick Country Park, the hotel is steeped in charm and character providing the perfect setting for a luxurious breakaway. 50 luxury bedrooms with exceptional standards of comfort, quirky-clever decor and first-class traditional service. All rooms include large baths, walk-in showers, luxury furnishings and huge king size beds. Restaurant and bar/lounge. Mobility Grading 4 – Good access throughout. Some ground floor rooms available plus the hotel has a lift.

Monday 18-Friday 22 May 2026

4 Nights | from £835

Monday 7-Friday 11 September 2026

4 Nights | from £835

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Guided tour of Mount Grace Priory & House (EH)

) Self-guided tour of Richmond Castle (EH)

) Ushaw Historic House with light refreshments

) Souter Lighthouse (NT)

) Hartlepool Historic Quay

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £220pp | Holiday insurance: £36 (May) £38 (other dates)

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We drive north, pausing for a suitable stop for lunch en-route, arriving at our hotel for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday Our first visit today is Mount Grace Priory House & Gardens (EH) – An Arts and Crafts mansion, nestled among woodland, beautiful gardens and the remains of the best-preserved Carthusian priory in England. Discover its secrets on our guided tour this morning. We continue for some time at leisure in the historic market town of Richmond, situated in the heart of North Yorkshire on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales before visiting Richmond Castle (EH), one of the greatest Norman fortresses in Britain.

Wednesday Our day begins with a visit to Ushaw Historic House – Tucked away in beautiful open countryside. Lose yourself in the lovely grounds and marvel at centuries of art, history and heritage. Explore woodland trails and rolling fields, where you will discover eclectic artworks, majestic carved creatures and pockets of quiet contemplation. (Our visit includes Light Refreshments). We continue to the Durham Heritage Coast, pausing at Noses Point – once home to one of the biggest coal mines in Europe, where the beach was buried under 2½ million tonnes of colliery waste each year. The Beach has now been cleaned and is a spectacular haven for wildflowers and wildlife. Next, we visit the lively harbour town of Seaham, situated on Durham’s Heritage Coast. Here we can admire the dramatic cliff top views, seek out one of England’s oldest churches or simply relax for lunch by the bustling Harbour Marina. In the afternoon we drive to Souter Lighthouse, before returning to our hotel in time for dinner.

Thursday Today we visit Durham with free time to explore this medieval city’s cobbled streets, packed with history, culture and stunning architecture, including the magnificent castle and cathedral.

Friday Departing after breakfast we visit nearby Hartlepool’s Historic Quay – home to Europe’s oldest floating warship, HMS Trincomalee. Time to explore this superb visitor attraction which offers the sights, smells and sounds of the naval yesteryear before commencing our journey home after lunch.

NORTHERN

DELIGHTS

Gaze over exceptional coastlines and dramatic landscapes from Britain’s most iconic properties. Follow in the footsteps of the Romans at Hadrian’s Wall and explore remarkable archaeological sites. Tower 150 feet above sea level at Bamburgh, England’s finest coastal castle, and admire Northumberland’s coastline on a Farne Islands cruise.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Departing Henley, we journey to the northeast and to our hotel base for 4-nights – the popular 4-Star rated Copthorne Hotel, Newcastle-uponTyne

Tuesday Our local guide leads a tour of Hadrian’s Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We visit Corbridge, Chesters Roman Fort, and Steel Rigg for stunning views, before continuing to Hexham and its historic Abbey.

Wednesday We visit Bamburgh Castle dramatically perched above the coast, followed by a Farne Islands Experience Cruise – a nature and wildlife journey around the rocky islands. (Weather permitting).

Monday 27-Friday 31 July 2026

4 Nights | from £799

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

Thursday We begin at Locomotion in Shildon, home to highlights from the National Collection of railway vehicles. Later, we visit the Bowes Museum at Barnard Castle for a specialist curator talk. Housed in a majestic Frenchstyle chateau, the museum features a superb collection including the famous Silver Swan.

Friday After breakfast we leave our hotel and make our journey home with comfort stops en-route.

Millennium Copthorne, Newcastle HHHH

Please see Page 74 for full description.

) 4 nights half board

) Welcome drinks reception

) Hadrian’s Wall guided coach tour

) Bamburgh Castle & Farne Islands experience cruise

) Visits to Locomotion at Shildon & the Bowes Museum Not included: All lunches

England – North East

DELIGHTFUL DURHAM & BEAMISH

The beauty of the Durham Dales offers a nice contrast with the historic city of Durham on this tour. The region has lots to offer no matter what time of year you visit with its stunning scenery, castles and cathedrals, museums and more. We also include a visit to the amazing Beamish Open-Air Museum.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We journey to the northeast and to our hotel base for 4-nights –the popular Redworth Hall Hotel in County Durham

Tuesday Today we visit the famous Beamish North of England Open Air Museum, capturing the spirit of the North East in the 1800s and 1900s. Attractions include a restored tram and replica bus rides, an authentic town street, a colliery village, a trip down the mine, an old-fashioned sweet shop, a working farm, steam locomotives and much more. From here we make our way back to the hotel.

Wednesday This morning we travel to the ancient and historic city of Durham acclaimed as a World Heritage Site and dominated by the magnificent Norman

Hotel: Level entrance & lift to all floors.

Monday 4-Friday 8 May 2026

4 Nights | from £779

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

Cathedral and Castle, high above the River Wear. There is time to explore the city with its labyrinth of little streets and alleyways, or you may fancy a stroll by the river.

Thursday Leaving after breakfast, we begin our day with a drive to the market town of Barnard Castle. You can see where Dickens immortalised ‘Dothboys Hall’, take a look at Cromwell’s refuge, browse around the antique shops, or visit the castle itself, high above the Tees. We then head to Bowes Museum located just outside the town. Set in a majestic French-style chateau, the museum opened in 1892 and will amaze you with its superb collection of art including the beautiful Silver Swan automaton.

Friday Homeward bound.

Redworth Hall Hotel, Co Durham HHHH

A beautiful Jacobean country manor dating back to 1744. Standing in 150 acres of Durham countryside, the hotel combines traditional elegance with contemporary style. Restaurant, bar, lounge and indoor pool. Mobility Grade 3 – Locality: Generally level.

) Beamish – The Living Museum of the North

) Entry to the Bowes Museum Not included: All lunches

England – North East

NORTHUMBRIAN HIGHLIGHTS

This tour covers a variety of splendid scenery, contrasting countryside, historic towns, rugged coastlines, rolling hills and quaint northern villages. The ancient Kingdom of Northumbria offers some of the most striking, unspoilt beauty in England.

4 Nights from £695

Millennium Copthorne, Newcastle HHHH

The Millennium Copthorne Hotel stands in one of the finest locations in Newcastle, on the banks of the River Tyne, just a short stroll from the city centre. Bedrooms are all river facing. Restaurant & bar facilities. Mobility

Grade 4 – The hotel is on the level with a few isolated steps. Lift to all floors.

Monday 6-Friday 10 April 2026

4 Nights | from £695

Sunday 3-Friday 8 May 2026

5 Nights | from £845

Sunday 14-Friday 19 June 2026

5 Nights | from £895

Monday 6-Friday 10 July 2026

4 Nights | from £725

Sunday 9-Friday 14 August 2026

5 Nights | from £895

Monday 21-Friday 25 September 2026

4 Nights | from £725

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks ) 4 or 5 nights half board

Single

) Entrance to Alnwick Castle & Gardens (all tours)

) Beamish Living Museum of the North (5 night tours only) Not included: All lunches

5 Night Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We travel north towards Newcastle passing Antony Gormley’s iconic Angel of the North before arriving at our hotel during the afternoon for tea & biscuits and our 5-night stay.

Monday This morning we head to the Beamish ‘Living Museum of the North’ where we step back in time and see how people lived and worked in the late 19th and early 20th century.

Tuesday We take you along the Durham Heritage Coast to the lively harbour town of Seaham. We return to the hotel for an afternoon at leisure in Newcastle.

Wednesday Today we take the road north, past Blyth and Ashington, to Amble, Warkworth and historic Alnwick. We visit the magnificent Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland family dating back to 1309.

Thursday We visit the resort of Seahouses on the North Northumberland Heritage Coast. Offshore lie the remote Farne Islands, home to a wide variety of bird and sea life. We continue to Bamburgh, home of Grace Darling, where the imposing castle looks out to sea. Subject to tidal conditions we travel over the causeway to Lindisfarne (Holy Island), birthplace of British Christianity.

NOTE: Due to Tidal Conditions on Lindisfarne the days on which the excursions operate may be subject to change.

Friday Homeward bound.

Included Excursions on our 4 Night Itinerary

Tue Seahouses, Bamburgh & Lindisfarne (As Above) Wed Alnwick Castle (As Above)

Thu The Durham Heritage Coast & free time in Newcastle.

PEMBROKESHIRE HOUSE PARTY

Step into a gentler pace of life as we discover the beautiful beaches, secluded coves, stunning wildlife and breathtaking scenery associated with West Wales.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We drive south west, arriving at our hotel mid-afternoon for our 4-night stay.

Monday We visit the charming little Georgian port town of Aberaeron with its elegant brightly painted town houses, before continuing to the seaside resort of Aberystwyth with its level promenade, cliff railway, plus there are numerous places to eat and drink.

Tuesday Today we visit the small seaside resort of Saundersfoot before continuing to Tenby. Regarded as

one of the prettiest resorts in Wales, Tenby is renowned for its lovely golden beaches and picturesque harbour.

Wednesday This morning we drive to St Davids, the smallest city in Britain named after the patron saint of Wales and dominated by its 12th century cathedral. After a short stop here, we make our way to the ancient market town of Cardigan, set on the River Teifi estuary. The main landmarks of the town are the Cardigan Castle with its Georgian Mansion and medieval walls, plus the 19th century Guildhall. Thursday Homeward bound.

The Cliff Hotel, Gwbert HHH

With expansive, beautiful hotel grounds, the Cliff Hotel & Spa is located on the coast of Cardigan Bay overlooking Poppit Sands and Cardigan Island. * Restaurant, bar and gym * Heated indoor pool, hydro spa, sauna, Jacuzzi, steam room

* Free Wi-Fi. Lift to most rooms. Sea view rooms, subject to availability and supplementary charge.

Sunday 8-Thursday 12 March 2026

4 Nights | from £629

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) Tea/coffee upon arrival

) 4 nights half board

) 50% off all bar drinks between 6.00-9.00pm

) 1 packed lunch

) 3 nights entertainment

) 1 hours free use of the hotel’s spa facilities Not included: All lunches

THE GLORIOUS GOWER & TENBY

A much-loved Welsh destination, epitomized by the beautiful golden beaches of the Gower Peninsula and the welcoming seaside resort of Tenby.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel to Carmarthenshire to our hotel.

Tuesday Today is a full day to Tenby Take time to discover the picturesque harbour or relax at one of the three fantastic beaches.

Wednesday We commence the day at the National Botanic Gardens of Wales We continue to The Lost Gardens of Aberglasney – originally made famous by the BBC television series “A Garden Lost in Time” and are today one of

Wales’ finest gardens.

Thursday Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Gower Peninsula and The Mumbles, an area renowned for its sandy beaches. Visit the Gower Heritage Centre in a converted water mill where a guide will join the coach for a tour of the peninsula’s highlights before returning for a vintage tea or Welsh Cawl and tour of the mill

Friday We board our coach for our homeward journey, enjoying a scenic drive through the beautiful Wye Valley.

The Diplomat Hotel, Llanelli HHH

Located on the outskirts of Llanelli, this well presented, traditional style hotel is well maintained throughout. It has welcoming public areas and an outdoor terrace for those balmy summer evenings.

Monday 27 April-Friday 1 May 2026

4 Nights | from £845

Monday 31 August-Friday 4 September 2026

4 Nights | from £875

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) Welcome drink upon arrival

) 4 nights half board including one Welsh themed dinner

) Entrance to the National Botanic Gardens of Wales & the Lost Gardens of Aberglasney

) Vintage tea or Welsh cawl & a tour of the Gower Peninsula

Not included: All lunches

MINTED

MEMORIES

OF SOUTH WALES

Celebrate the perfect fusion of industry and artistry on an exclusive holiday to Cardiff and beyond! Stay in the heart of Cardiff at the 4-Star Radisson Blu, where modern comfort meets convenient access to top attractions.

4 Nights from

Sunday Departing Henley we journey through the scenic Wye Valley to South Wales and our 4-night stay at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Cardiff.

Monday Unlock exclusive access to The Royal Mint after hours with a private tour and VIP Experience and threecourse dinner. Step into 1,100 years of history at the world’s leading export mint, where the finest craftsmanship meets cutting-edge techniques.

Tuesday Journey into the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park aboard a historic train. Enjoy a 90-minute round trip from Pant Station, including

a 35-minute stop at Pontsticill to soak in breathtaking views of the Taf Fechan Reservoir. Savour a cold buffet lunch in the Tea Rooms.

Wednesday Come and see what’s occurring in Barry Island on the Official Gavin and Stacey Tour. The Gavin and Stacey Tour is a tour like no other and is a tidy choice for fans of the show. Led by one a guide you will get to hear stories about the making of the show, the actors that play the roles and discover why this corner of Wales is known as ‘Barrybados’.

Thursday Homeward bound.

The Radisson Blu Hotel, Cardiff HHHH

Located in the heart of the Welsh capital, Radisson Blu Cardiff offers 215 comfortable rooms, all just a short walk from top attractions, central stations, and shopping hubs. Guests can savour fresh, locally inspired cuisine at the on-site restaurant, relax with a cocktail at the bar, or stay active in the fully equipped gym.

Sunday 17-Thursday 21 May 2026

4 Nights | from £859

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

COINS, CASTLES & THE BRECON BEACONS

This tour includes visits to some of South Wales’s most popular attractions including the Royal Mint, Caerphilly Castle, The Wye Valley & the Forest of Dean and the Brecon Mountain Railway.

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) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 4 nights half board

) Royal Mint VIP Experience Tour

) Brecon Beacons Mountain Railway

) Official ‘Gavin & Stacey’ Tour

Not included: All lunches

Thursday We travel via Hay-on-Wye to our hotel for our 4-night stay.

Friday Today we head to the new Royal Mint Experience to see how more than two billion coins from the UK and across the world are produced each year. The visit includes a guided factory tour and free time in the interactive exhibition. A short drive away is Caerphilly We visit the imposing 13th century medieval castle which has a tower which leans more than Pisa’s.

Saturday We enjoy a drive through the

pretty Forest of Dean and Wye Valley today, our first stop is Symonds Yat where we join the Kingfisher Cruise for a lovely sail along the river. We then visit Tintern Abbey

Sunday We embark on a 6-mile return vintage steam train journey from Pant to Torpantau on the Brecon Mountain Railway. Returning to Pant we head towards the famous Penderyn Distillery, where we enjoy a guided tour and tasting. Monday Departing our hotel, we travel via the Cathedral City of Hereford before our arrival home during the late afternoon.

Parkway Hotel & Spa, Cwmbran, Gwent HHHH

Located just north of Newport, set in its own grounds, surrounded by green parkland. 80 tastefully decorated bedrooms. Live entertainment in the bar at weekends. Intimate restaurant serving carvery menu. Extensive leisure facilities with indoor pool, gym & sauna. Mobility Grade 4 – Ground floor rooms available with lift access to most rooms.

Thursday 16-Monday 20 April 2026

4 Nights | from £799

Thursday 24-Monday 28 September 2026

4 Nights | from £829

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom (April) or club class extra legroom coach (September)

) 4 nights half board

) Guided Factory Experience & Exhibition at the Royal Mint

) Caerphilly Castle

) Symonds Yat River cruise

) Tintern Abbey

) The Brecon Mountain Railway & Penderyn Distillery

Not included: All lunches Single room: £160pp | Holiday insurance: £36

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour Single room: £130 | Holiday insurance: £36 (Apr) £38 (Sep)

COAST, GARDENS

& WILDLIFE OF SOUTHWEST WALES

Highlights include Aberglasney Gardens, Swansea Market, WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, and the seaside resorts of Saundersfoot and Tenby.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Depart from your home area and travel to Llanelli, arriving late afternoon at the Diplomat Hotel for dinner and a 4-night stay.

Tuesday We visit Carmarthen, the oldest town in Wales, with free time to explore and obtain lunch. In the afternoon, we continue to Aberglasney Gardens, one of Wales’s finest historic gardens.

Wednesday We travel across Swansea Bay to visit the city’s famous indoor market, home to over 100 stalls offering

fresh produce and traditional Welsh gifts. In the afternoon, we visit WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, with hides and pathways for spotting wildlife including flamingos.

Thursday This morning we head west to Saundersfoot, with time to explore its harbour and beach. Later, we continue to Tenby, South West Wales’s most famous resort. Friday After breakfast, homeward bound.

NORTH WALES COAST, GARDENS

& TIPPLES

Explore South West Wales with visits to Pant Du Vineyard, Bodnant Garden, Anglesey, Beaumaris and Llandudno, combining stunning landscapes, coastal charm and rich heritage in one memorable tour.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Depart from your home area and travel to North Wales, arriving late afternoon at the Kinmel & Kinspa Hotel for dinner and a 4-night stay.

Tuesday We visit Bodnant Garden in the Conwy Valley, a Grade I listed horticultural gem with global botanical collections. In the afternoon, enjoy free time in Llandudno to stroll the promenade, shop, or relax by the sea.

Wednesday We journey to Anglesey, stopping at Llanfairpwllgwyngyll for shopping, then continue to the charming town of Beaumaris for leisure time before returning to the hotel.

Thursday We visit Caernarfon, with time to explore its mighty castle and town. In the afternoon, we tour Pant Du Vineyard and Orchard with a tasting, followed by a scenic drive through Snowdonia to Betws-y-Coed for free time.

Friday After breakfast we depart North Wales and begin our journey home.

Diplomat Hotel, Llanelli HHH

Located on the edge of the coastal market town of Llanelli, the Diplomat Hotel offers comfortable accommodation and a range of leisure facilities including an indoor pool, sauna, steam room, hot tub, and gym. Beauty treatments are available in the New Eden Spa. All bedrooms are ensuite with TV, telephone, hairdryer, and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift, limited ground-floor rooms, and walk-in showers on request.

Monday 4-Friday 8 May 2026

4 Nights | from £949

Monday 19-Friday 23 October 2026

4 Nights | from £899

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board at the Diplomat Hotel

) Visit to Carmarthen

) Entry to Aberglasney Gardens

) Visit to Swansea & its traditional market

) Entry to WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre

) Excursion to Saundersfoot & Tenby

Not included: All lunches

Kinmel & Kinspa Hotel, Abergele HHHH

Set in the beautiful Welsh countryside close to the market town of Abergele, the Kinmel & Kinspa (a former manor house) offers comfortable accommodation and a warm welcome. Facilities include two bars and a restaurant, plus a spa area with pool. Bedrooms are all ensuite with satellite TV and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift.

Monday 13-Friday 17 July 2026

4 Nights | from £899

Look What’s Included

) Door to Door Service

) Our own courier service

) Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

) 4 nights half board at the Kinmel & Kinspa Hotel

) Visit to Bodnant Garden

) Excursion to Llandudno

) Visit to Llanfairpwllgwyngyll & Beaumaris

) Excursion to Caernarfon

) Guided tour & tasting at Pant Du Vineyard & Orchard

) Visit to Betws-y-Coed

Not included: All lunches

PEAKS & PIONEERS OF SNOWDONIA

Meet North Wales’ proud custodians as you explore Gwydir Castle’s haunted Tudor history, savour award-winning spirits at Aber Falls Distillery, and cruise the scenic Menai Strait aboard a classic 1930s ferry with a local guide.

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Holiday Itinerary

Thursday Depart Henley-in-Arden this morning and travel to North Wales, arriving late afternoon at the Celtic Royal Hotel for a 4-night stay.

Friday Visit Gwydir Castle, a restored Tudor house in the Conwy Valley, brought back to life by owners Judy Corbett and Peter Welford. Discover its gothic charm and haunted reputation, then enjoy a cream tea and free time in Betws-y-Coed

Saturday Enjoy a guided tour and tasting at Aber Falls Distillery, North

Wales’s first distillery since the early 1900s. Learn about sustainable whiskey and gin production, then spend free time in the coastal town of Conwy

Sunday Spend the morning in Caernarfon before boarding Queen of the Sea, a 1930s ferry operated by the same family for over 80 years. Guided by 6th-generation pilot Emrys Jones, cruise the scenic Menai Strait.

Monday After breakfast, we leave for home.

The Celtic Royal Hotel, Caernarfon HHH

This stylish three-Star hotel is located in the famous coastal town of Caernarfon, North Wales. It has superb leisure facilities, including a sixteen-metre swimming pool. The bright and airy bedrooms all have TV, tea/coffee making facilities to make your stay a comfortable one. The restaurant is bright and spacious and there is a contemporary pub-style bar offering plenty of comfortable seating. There are also four luxurious, cosy lounge rooms with plenty of sofas and armchairs. Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, sauna and steam room. Mobility Grade 4 – Isolated steps throughout the hotel and there is a lift that serves all floors.

Thursday 25-Monday 29 June 2026

4 Nights | from £859

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) Private tour of Gwydir Castle with the owners, including cream tea

SPRINGTIME IN LLANDUDNO

Wales is host to a number of fantastic gardens, from unique locations like Portmeirion to the gardens of Plas Newydd on Anglesey. This spring tour introduces you to some of North Wales’ finest gardens, all set within an area of outstanding natural beauty.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Travel north with a visit to Powis Castle (NT). Influenced by French and Italian styles, this extraordinary garden boasts flamboyant, stylish planting. Continue to Llandudno for 4 nights.

Tuesday Explore the unique Portmeirion Italianate Village, one of Wales’ premier attractions.

Wednesday Morning at leisure in Llandudno. Afternoon visit to the world-famous Bodnant Garden (NT), with stunning views towards Snowdonia.

Thursday Cross the Menai Straits to Plas Newydd (NT) on Anglesey, with its

Australasian arboretum and spectacular views. Continue to the enchanting Plas Cadnant Hidden Gardens, with walled gardens, waterfalls, and a ruined folly. (Please note: Sensible footwear essential, not suitable for those with mobility difficulties).

Friday Depart Llandudno, visiting the Ness Botanic Gardens on the Wirral before returning home in the evening.

The Merrion Hotel, Llandudno HHH On the seafront overlooking Llandudno Bay, a popular favourite with our clients. Comfortable en-suite bedrooms with TV and hospitality tray. Facilities include restaurant, lounge, bar and lift. Mobility Grade 3 – Resort: level seafront/shopping.

Hotel: mostly level, ramped entrance, lift to all floors.

Monday 16-Friday 20 March 2026

4 Nights | from £779

Look What’s Included

) Tour & tasting of Aber Falls Distillery

) Cruise on the Menai Straight aboard Queen of the Sea

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £160 | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach –‘first class’ seating, extra legroom, reclining seats, Wi-Fi, USB points, complimentary drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to: Powis Castle (NT), Portmeirion, Bodnant Garden (NT), Plas Newydd (NT), Plas Cadnant, Ness Botanic Gardens

Not included: lunches

Single room: £Nil | Holiday insurance: £36

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Discounts available for National Trust members.

GREAT SIGHTS OF SNOWDONIA

Discover picturesque Snowdonia in North Wales, an area of rugged mountain peaks, long sandy beaches, crystal clear lakes and an array of wonderful historic sites and attractions to see. Our tour includes Portmeirion, Llanberis Lake Railway and Betwys-y-Coed, as well as the scenic isle of Anglesey.

4 Nights from £879

The Celtic Royal Hotel, Caernarfon HHH

This stylish three-Star hotel is located in the famous coastal town of Caernarfon, North Wales. It has superb leisure facilities, including a sixteen-metre swimming pool. The bright and airy bedrooms all have TV, tea/coffee making facilities to make your stay a comfortable one. The restaurant is bright and spacious and there is a contemporary pub-style bar offering plenty of comfortable seating. There are also four luxurious, cosy lounge rooms with plenty of sofas and armchairs. Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, sauna and steam room. Mobility Grade 4 – Isolated steps throughout the hotel and there is a lift that serves all floors.

Sunday 7-Thursday 11 June 2026

4 Nights | from £879

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) Tea/coffee & biscuits served on arrival ) Portmeirion ) Llanberis Lake Railway ) Bodnant Garden Not included: All lunches

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday Depart from your Henley-in-Arden during the morning travelling to North Wales and arriving late afternoon at Celtic Royal Hotel for tea/coffee and biscuits and our 4-nights stay.

Monday Our first visit today takes us to the shores of Cardigan Bay and Portmeirion. We visit this unique attraction – setting for the cult TV series ‘The Prisoner’. From here we drive to Betws-y-Coed where we have a break with time explore the town and enjoy the afternoon.

Tuesday This morning we have a ride to the village of Llanberis, in the shadow of Mount Snowdon. Here we join the Llanberis Lake Railway for a delightful ride along the lake shore. We have time to explore and obtain lunch in Llanberis. This afternoon, return to Caernarfon by coach for free time.

Wednesday After breakfast this morning we make our way to Bodnant Garden

Located in the Conwy Valley this garden is a Grade 1 listed horticultural gem – home to botanical collections from around the globe. Later, we head to Anglesey to explore the Welsh island. Perhaps visit Llanfair-pwllgwyngyllgog erychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch (known for its very long village name!) and the James Pringle Weavers before heading to Beaumaris to enjoy time at the seaside.

Thursday After breakfast, we leave for home

GREAT LITTLE TRAINS OF SNOWDONIA

The Great Little Trains of Wales are a very special way of seeing some of the best scenery in the British Isles. All are narrow gauge steam railways –some over 100 years old. Most originally served as transport to carry Welsh slate from the quarries to the sea.

4 Nights from £979

The Celtic Royal Hotel, Caernarfon HHH

This stylish three-Star hotel is located in the famous coastal town of Caernarfon, North Wales. It has superb leisure facilities, including a sixteen-metre swimming pool. The bright and airy bedrooms all have TV, tea/coffee making facilities to make your stay a comfortable one.

The restaurant is bright and spacious and there is a contemporary pub-style bar offering plenty of comfortable seating. There are also four luxurious, cosy lounge rooms with plenty of sofas and armchairs. Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, sauna and steam room. Mobility Grade 4 – Isolated steps throughout the hotel and there is a lift that serves all floors.

Sunday 19-Thursday 23 July 2026

4 Nights | from £979

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) Entrance to Portmeirion

) The Bala Lake Railway

) Llanberis Lake Railway

) Ffestiniog Railway

) Welsh Highland Railway

Not included: All lunches & Snowdon Mountain Railway (optional extra) Single room: Nil | Holiday insurance: £38

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We travel to North Wales, arriving in the afternoon at Celtic Royal Hotel for our 4-night stay.

Monday Our first visit today takes us to the unique Italianate village of Portmeirion – the setting for to cult TV series ‘The Prisoner’. From here we drive to Betws-yCoed where we have a break with time for lunch. This afternoon we head for Bala and enjoy a ride on the diminutive Bala Lake Railway,

Tuesday This morning we join the Llanberis Lake Railway for a delightful ride along the lake shore. We have time to explore and obtain lunch in Llanberis. During the afternoon you have a choice……

Enjoy a leisurely afternoon in Llanberis village or take ‘A Majestic Mountain Adventure’ and have a ride on the Snowdon Mountain Railway. (The cost is approximately £35per person return.

(Please make your choice at the time of booking).

Wednesday We begin with a ride through the beautiful National Park of Snowdonia to Blaenau Ffestiniog

Here we catch the Ffestiniog Railway for an exhilarating ride across the mountains, descending to the sea at Porthmadog. We have time to explore and have lunch in Porthmadog before catching the Welsh Highland Railway train which takes us through Beddgelert and back to Caernarfon.

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

LLANDUDNO & SPECTACULAR SNOWDONIA

Llandudno is a traditional seaside resort with a wealth of attractions showcasing its Victoria origins and beaches offering spectacular views across Snowdonia and Anglesey. Our itinerary takes in some of the dramatic and spectacular scenery of Snowdonia National Park.

4 Nights from £779

The Dunoon Hotel, Llandudno HHH

Commanding an excellent location on Gloddaeth Street, the hotel is perfectly situated for the shops and the promenade. Restaurant, bar, snack bar, library, games room and lounge. Mobility Grade 4 – Resort: Level seafront and shopping area.

Hotel: Level entrance, with easy access throughout. Lift to all floors.

Sunday 17-Friday 22 May 2026

5 Nights | from £949

Sunday 21-Friday 26 June 2026

5 Nights | from £979

Monday 27 July-Saturday 1 August 2026

5 Nights | from £979

Friday 21-Wednesday 26 August 2026

5 Nights | from £979

Sunday 20-Friday 25 September 2026

5 Nights | from £979

Thursday 15-Monday 19 October 2026

4 Nights | from £779

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks ) 5 (or 4) nights half board ) Entrances to Caernarfon Castle ) Llandudno open-topped bus ticket (5 night tour) ) Puffin Island boat cruise Not included: All lunches

Single room: £35 (5 Nights) £28 (4 Nights)

Holiday insurance: £44.50 (May) £48 (Jun/Jul/Aug/Sep) £38 (Oct)

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We drive to Llangollen, famously situated on the River Dee, overlooked by its magnificent Castle before continuing to the Victorian resort of Llandudno arriving during the late afternoon.

Day 2 This morning we visit Caernarfon Castle, recognised around the world as one of the greatest buildings of the Middle Ages and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before enjoying a scenic drive to Llanberis.

Day 3 Today is free to explore some of the many attractions of this popular North Wales resort. We include a ticket for the open-topped bus to enable you to explore the town and surrounding areas at your leisure.

Day 4 Today we take a scenic drive into the Snowdonia National Park making our way to Betws-y-Coed, the gateway to Snowdonia. We continue into the National Park through Blaenau Ffestiniog to Porthmadog

Day 5 This morning we travel over the Menai Bridge to the Isle of Anglesey and nearby Beaumaris with its medieval castle, lovely beach and Victorian pier. Whilst there we relax on a leisurely 80-minute return boat cruise to Puffin Island (The Cruise is subject to weather conditions).

Day 6 Departing our hotel we return via medieval Chester. Chester has the most complete city walls, plus a 1000-year-old Cathedral with Europe’s finest example of medieval carvings – and of course the one and only Rows galleries where shopping is a double delight.

Please note that the 4 night itinerary (October) doesn’t have the free day in Llandudno and does not include the ticket for the open-top bus.

THE ‘FANTASTIC FOUR’ AT THE WINNOCK HOTEL

4 Nights from £669

The stunning scenery of Scotland changes with each season and no matter when you visit you will be amazed at the awe-inspiring beauty of the many Lochs backed by snow-capped mountains in the winter and lush green hills in the spring.

The Winnock Hotel dates back to the late 1700s and throughout history has always offered lodging to weary travellers passing through by Loch Lomond and the Trossachs areas. Formerly a Coaching Inn, The Winnock Hotel has been lovingly restored and tastefully extended to its present-day form. Offering 73 bedrooms, cosy lounges; many with open log fires, a characterful restaurant, function room and public lounge bar, the hotel has many things in common with its historic counterpart with one striking similarity – friendly, welcoming service. Guests can take time to savour the fine food, wines, ales and whiskies on offer in the Merlin Restaurant and Ptarmigan Bar, whilst idling the time away planning their days adventure in the light and airy Conservatory or snuggled up by one of the log fires. Join in the revelry at one of the Ceilidh Party Nights in the Capercaillie Room, dancing away into the wee small hour.

A SCOTTISH HOUSE PARTY

At the Winnock Hotel with a Free Bar & ABBA Tribute Night!

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We journey north to the pretty conservation village of Drymen, situated in the heart of the Trossachs National Park.

Tuesday Enjoy an excursion to Scotland’s majestic capital, Edinburgh, Following a guided tour there is free time to explore at leisure. There is so much to see and do here, from the magnificent Edinburgh Castle, to the historic Royal Mile.

Wednesday We begin the day with a relaxing 45 minute cruise on Loch Katrine Hear about the rich history and nature brought alive with live commentary from the knowledgeable captain. Afterwards, we make our way to Callander, a small town surrounded by magnificent scenery. Tonight, after dinner there is live musical entertainment.

Thursday Today we visit Stirling Castle – the key to the kingdom of Scotland, which dominates a vast volcanic rock above the river Forth at the meeting point between Lowlands and Highlands. Its origins are ancient and over the centuries it grew into a great royal residence and a powerful stronghold.

Friday After breakfast we commence our journey homeward, arriving back during the evening.

Monday 30 March-Friday 3 April 2026

4 Nights | from £669

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) 2 nights entertainment including Abba Tribute Act on one night

) Full Scottish Ceilidh on one night with highland dancers & piper tea/ coffee and biscuits on arrival

) Nightly free bar between 7.3010.30pm on selected brands#

(# licensing laws apply)

) Guided tour of Edinburgh

) Loch Katrine cruise

) Entrance to Stirling Castle

Not included: All lunches

RAIL & SAIL IN THE WESTERN HIGHLANDS

Included Excursions

A full day exploring the Trossachs with a two-hour cruise along the length of Loch Katrine on Steam Ship SS Sir Walter Scott included.

A journey to Falkirk and a trip on The Falkirk Wheel, a rotating boat lift in central Scotland, connecting the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal. We also enjoy an afternoon train ride on the Bo’Ness and Kinneil steam railway with afternoon tea served on board. Glasgow to Oban Single Journey We travel to Glasgow where we join our Scotrail train for a scenic journey to Oban, one of Scotland’s most scenic rail routes. Time available for sightseeing in Oban before returning to the hotel by coach, in time for dinner.

Explore Loch Lomond with a stop at Lomond Shores for shopping followed by a two-hour cruise on the loch discovering its hidden islands.

Wednesday 24-Monday 29 June 2026

5 Nights | from £1049

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) 5 nights half board

) 3-course dining

) A glass of wine with dinner

) Tea/coffee after dinner

) At least 2 nights entertainment

) Cruise on Loch Katrine

) Falkirk Wheel & train ride on the Bo’ness & Kinneil Railway

) Scenic train ride from Glasgow to Oban

) Loch Lomond cruise

Not included: All lunches

Winnock Hotel, Drymen near Loch Lomond HHH

Situated on the pretty village green in the conservation village of Drymen, located in the heart of the beautiful Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Sensitively extended and refurbished, whilst retaining all its traditional charm, the hotel offers friendly hospitality and comfortable accommodation. Restaurant, Bar & Conservatory Lounge.

Mobility Grade 3 – The resort & hotel are on the level. Hotel has no lift, but rooms are on ground & first floor only.

Single room: £140 (4 Nights) £175 (5 Nights)

Holiday insurance: £36 (Apr) £46 (Jun) £38 (Aug/Oct)

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

SECRET ISLANDS & WATERWAYS

Included Excursions

We travel in Edinburgh for some free time in Scotland’s vibrant capital, before enjoying a spectacular 90-minute sightseeing cruise under all three Forth Bridges on board ‘Maid of the Forth’, including a stop at Inchcolm Island (packed lunch included today).

A take the ferry to Arran, the wonderful island known as ‘Scotland in Miniature’, including a tour of the island and admission to Brodick Castle and grounds.

Explore Loch Lomond with a stop at Lomond Shores for shopping followed by a one-hour cruise on the loch discovering its secret islands.

Monday 24-Friday 28 August 2026

4 Nights | from £949

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) 3-course dining

) Tea/coffee after dinner

) At least 2 nights entertainment

) Cruise under the Forth Bridges

) Ferry to Arran and tour of

the island

) Brodick Castle entrance

) Loch Lomond cruise

Not included: Lunches (apart from the Forth Bridges excursion)

REGAL SCOTLAND (Including A Free Bar)

Included Excursions

We travel in Edinburgh, visiting the Royal Yacht Britannia, the former Royal yacht of the British monarchy. In the afternoon we enjoy a guided tour of Edinburgh’s spectacular Botanical Gardens, with over 20 hectares of grounds along the beautiful River Kelvin.

A day first exploring the Trossachs with a one-hour cruise along Loch Katrine on Steam Ship SS Sir Walter Scott included. We then continue to Stirling to visit Stirling Castle, dating back to the 12th century and where several Scottish Kings and Queens were crowned.

We visit Kilbryde Castle, with a warm welcome from Sir James Campbell, followed by tea, coffee and cake

Monday 12-Friday 16 October 2026

4 Nights | from £899

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) 3-course dining

) Nightly free bar between 7.3010.30pm on selected brands# (# licensing laws apply)

) Tea/coffee after dinner

) At least 2 nights entertainment

) Kilbryde Castle with tea/coffee and cake

) Loch Katrine cruise

) Stirling Castle

) Royal Yacht Britannia

) Tour of Edinburgh Botanical Gardens

Not included: Lunches (apart from the Forth Bridges excursion)

CASTLES & GARDENS OF SOUTH WEST SCOTLAND

Explore the scenic southwest corner of Scotland, a hidden gem often missed by visitors. Discover its rich history, stunning coastal drives, and visits to beautiful gardens and castles in this area of outstanding natural beauty.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel north to Dumfries and Galloway, arriving late afternoon in Stranraer for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday We visit Portpatrick, a pretty harbour town of pastel-coloured houses. Later, explore Castle Kennedy Gardens, one of Scotland’s most famous, with 75 acres of loch-side landscape and romantic garden features.

Wednesday Travel along the eastern shore of Loch Ryan to the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, celebrating Scotland’s national poet with 5,000 artefacts including handwritten manuscripts. In the afternoon, visit Culzean Castle & Country Park, with its cliff-top castle, Swan Pond, formal gardens, and glasshouses.

Thursday We head east through Newton Stewart to Gatehouse of Fleet, with time to visit The Mill on the Fleet Visitor Centre. Discover local history, arts, crafts, and a charming bookshop. Then on to Threave Garden & House, a landscaped haven with a secret garden, rockery, and walled garden. Later, we visit Kirkcudbright, known as The Artists’ Town for its creative heritage. Friday Homeward bound.

The North West Castle Hotel, Stranraer HHH

The North West Castle Hotel is a family owned and run hotel for more than fifty years, ‘The Castle’ itself, was formerly the home of Sir John Ross, who was once a famous Arctic explorer. The hotel is an excellent base for exploring the beautiful local area and hosts 72 en-suite bedrooms and leisure facilities including swimming pool, sauna and spa bath and its very own indoor curling rink.

Monday 1-Friday 5 June 2026

4 Nights | from £779

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) Castle Kennedy Gardens

) Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

) Culzean Castle

) Threave Garden Estate

Not included: All lunches

SCOTTISH INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE

Discover the Ayrshire coast with visits to the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, the world-renowned Burrell Collection, and beautifully restored Dumfries House – an elegant stately home supported by HRH King Charles III in the heart of the countryside.

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday We depart in the morning, travelling to Scotland, arriving late afternoon at the Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine, for a 4-night stay with dinner, bed, and breakfast. Tea and coffee with biscuits will be served on arrival.

Friday Today we visit Glasgow to explore the newly opened Riverside Glasgow Transport Museum. Afterwards, we travel a short distance to the Burrell Collection in Pollock Country Park, named after its donor, shipping magnate Sir William Burrell, and home to an extensive and varied art collection.

Saturday We visit the Scottish Maritime Museum in Irvine, featuring historic

vessels and showcasing Scotland’s shipbuilding heritage. The remainder of the day is free to explore Irvine at leisure.

Sunday We drive to Ayr to visit the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum celebrating Scotland’s national poet and housing 5,000 artefacts, including handwritten manuscripts. In the afternoon, we explore Dumfries House, a stunning stately home set on 2,000 acres, with sumptuous interiors preserved for over 250 years. In 2007, King Charles III led a consortium to acquire and restore the house, ensuring public access to this historical treasure. Monday We depart for home, concluding a memorable Scottish tour.

The Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine HHHH

The Riverside Lodge Hotel is located on the outskirts of Irvine, near the Ayrshire coast. Overlooking a golf course, the hotel offers comfortable accommodation in pleasant surroundings. All rooms are ensuite and have television, telephone, hairdryer and teas & coffee making facilities.

Thursday 26-Monday 30 March 2026

4 Nights | from £645

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Tea/coffee and biscuits on arrival

) Glasgow Transport Museum

) Burrell Collection

) Scottish Maritime Museum

) Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

) Dumfries House

Not included: All lunches

CHARLES RENNIE

MACKINTOSH & LOCH LOMOND SHORES

This new tour to Glasgow is inspired by renowned Scottish architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We depart Henley in the morning, travelling to Glasgow and arriving late afternoon at the Glynhill Hotel & Spa for a 4-night stay with dinner, bed, and breakfast.

Tuesday Today we explore Glasgow, beginning with the interactive Riverside Glasgow Transport Museum, tracing the city’s transport history. Afterwards, we visit Mackintosh at the Willow designed in 1903 by Charles Rennie Mackintosh for Miss Cranston. Discover their story at the exhibition before enjoying a cream tea in the originally restored Willow Tea Rooms

Wednesday We drive south to Ayr, a popular holiday resort, with time to

explore the town and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, we visit the spectacular Culzean Castle, perched on a stunning cliff-top near Turnberry. Explore terraced gardens, woodlands, ponds, a wildlife garden, walled gardens, and a deer park.

Thursday We travel to Helensburgh to visit Hill House, an architectural masterpiece by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Margaret Macdonald Mackintosh in the ‘Glasgow style’. Part of a conservation programme, the steelframed structure allows unique viewing opportunities. Later, we stop at Lomond Shores to browse shops, grab a bite, and explore the picturesque village of Balloch on the shores of Loch Lomond.

Friday We depart for home.

Glynhill Hotel & Spa, Glasgow HHH

The Glynhill Hotel & Spa is situated close to Glasgow city centre and is a perfect base to explore the surrounding areas. The hotel offers a friendly warm Scottish welcome, all bedrooms are ensuite and include TV’s, Wi-Fi, hairdryers and tea/coffeemaking facilities. The hotel has a lift and leisure facilities including a swimming pool, gym and sauna/steam room.

Monday 22-Friday 26 June 2026

4 Nights | from £799

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) Entry to the Riverside Glasgow Transport Museum

DOON THE WATTER ON THE WAVERLEY PADDLE STEAMER

Experience a nostalgic cruise on the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer, the Waverley.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel north to Irvine, arriving late afternoon at the Riverside Lodge Hotel for a 4-night stay.

Tuesday This morning we head to Wemyss Bay to catch the ferry to Bute. On arrival, we visit neo-gothic Mount Stuart, one of the most technologically advanced houses of its age, set in 300 acres of landscaped gardens, woodlands, and coastline. Afterwards, we enjoy a scenic tour of the island, finishing in Rothesay before returning to the mainland by ferry.

Wednesday The highlight of the tour is a return cruise on the famous Waverley Paddle Steamer, the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer, around

) Afternoon tea at the Mackintosh

Trea Rooms

) Entry to Culzean Castle

) Entry to Hill House

Not included: All lunches

commentary highlights points of interest. Guests may visit the Engine Room to experience the sights and sounds of the steamship, watching the paddles turn and hearing the telegraph ring, while enjoying spectacular views from the decks. Thursday We follow the Ayrshire coast to Ayr and visit the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, home to 5,000 artefacts, including manuscripts. In the afternoon, we explore Dumfries House, a beautiful stately home on 2,000 acres, restored in 2007 under King Charles III’s guidance to preserve its historical charm.

Friday We depart for home.

The Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine HHHH

The Riverside Lodge Hotel is located on the outskirts of Irvine, near the Ayrshire coast. Overlooking a golf course, the hotel offers comfortable accommodation in pleasant surroundings. All rooms are ensuite and have television, telephone, hairdryer and teas & coffee making facilities. No lift, rooms are spread over ground and first floor.

Monday 6-Friday 10 July 2026

4 Nights | from £849

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) Return ferries to Bute

) Mount Stuart

) Cruise on the Waverley Paddle Steamer

) Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

) Dumfries House

Not included: All lunches Single room: £100 | Holiday

THE EDINBURGH TATTOO & THE ROYAL YACHT

& The Royal Yacht Britannia

Visit the Royal Yacht Britannia and experience the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, a spectacular display of music, light, and precision by Scottish regiments and international military units. Set against dramatic castle rocks, the atmosphere is unforgettable, especially during the lone piper’s lament. Note: steep gradients may challenge those with mobility issues.

4 Nights from £999

Keavil House Hotel, near Dunfermline HHHH

Set in 12 acres of landscaped gardens, our excellent hotel is an elegant country house with award-winning food. Award winning Cardoon Restaurant, comfortable lounge, bar, spa facilities including indoor pool, spa bath, sauna and steam room. Mobility Grade 4 – The hotel is in a generally level location. There is no lift, but ground floor rooms are available on request.

Sunday 16-Thursday 20 August 2026

4 Nights | from £999

Sunday 23-Thursday 27 August 2026

4 Nights | from £999

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 3 nights half board and 1 night with bed & breakfast

) Outlined Excursions

) The Royal Yacht Britannia & The Kelpies

) Guided tour of Edinburgh

) Good seats for the Military Tattoo

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £150 | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 An unhurried drive north with a convenient lunch stop en-route.

Day 2 After breakfast we first make our way to the Ocean Terminal at Leith for a visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia. Home to the British Royal Family for over 40 years, where we can follow in their footsteps as we explore this floating Royal residence with a fascinating audio tour. From here we head inland visiting the unique sight of The Kelpies, the world’s largest, equine sculptures which are monumental tributes to the horsepower heritage vital to the early industries of central Scotland.

Day 3 After a relaxing morning in our hotel, we make our way to Edinburgh to enjoy a guided tour of the city and see some of the many famous sights. Free time in the heart of Edinburgh before we visit the renowned spectacle of the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Day 4 The university town of St Andrews and the East Fife fishing villages are our destinations today. Discover the cathedral and castle ruins before we continue to Crail and Anstruther, before returning via the delightfully named Pittenweem and St Monans

Day 5 We return home with a convenient lunch stop en-route.

THE ISLES OF BUTE, MULL & IONA

Discover three of Scotland’s greatest off-shore islands – As you explore, you’ll discover top attractions, see incredible coastlines and soak in some wonderful scenery.

Holiday Itinerary

Friday Travel north to Wemyss Bay for a late afternoon ferry to the Island of Bute, our base for two nights. Known for its beaches, the island offers scenic views over the Sound of Bute towards Arran.

Saturday A relaxing morning is followed by a scenic island tour, including Mount Stuart, a flamboyant Victorian Gothic mansion set in 300 acres of gardens and woodlands.

Your Holiday Hotels

Sunday Ferry to Colintraive, then north with a stop at Inveraray Jail Living Museum. Continue to Oban to board the sailing to Mull for a two-night stay

Monday Scenic excursion around Mull, including a foot passenger crossing to Iona, burial place of 48 Scottish kings.

Tuesday Return to the mainland via Loch Lomond to the north Ayrshire coast for our final night at Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine Wednesday Homeward bound.

Days 1 & 2 – Glenburn Hotel, Rothesay, Isle of Bute – Located on the idyllic Isle of Bute, with fantastic views over the Firth of Clyde • 3-Star • 134 bedrooms

• Lift. Days 3 & 4 – Isle of Mull Hotel & Spa – In a spectacular location, with panoramic sea views. • A good 3-Star superior standard • 82 bedrooms • No lift but some ground floor rooms. • Spa facilities including indoor swimming pool. Day 5 – Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine (4-Star standard) No lift but some ground floor rooms.

All hotels are varied in style and standards. Travellers should consider the fact that they will often be in beautiful, yet isolated locations where hotel availability is extremely limited. All have restaurant, bar & lounge.

Mobility Grade 2 – Please note that due to the nature of this holiday, customers with mobility difficulties may be limited in their enjoyment.

Friday 19-Wednesday 24 June 2026

5 Nights | from £1279

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) Return ferry sailing to Bute

) 2 nights dinner, bed & breakfast at the Glenburn Hotel Bute

) Admission to Mount Stuart

) Inveraray Jail Visit

) Return ferry sailing to Mull

) 2 nights dinner, bed & breakfast at the Isle of Mull Hotel, Mull

) Foot Passenger Ferry to Iona

) Overnight dinner, bed & breakfast at the Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine

Not included: All lunches

SKYE & BUTE VOYAGER

This fantastic tour combines the rugged landscapes, picturesque fishing villages and medieval castles of the stunning Isle of Skye with beautiful Bute, one of the most accessible Scottish islands.

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday Travel north with an overnight stop in Lockerbie at the Dryfesdale Hotel.

Friday Continue past Glasgow, Loch Lomond, and Glencoe to Fort William Cross the Skye Bridge to the Isle of Skye and check in at the Dunollie Hotel for two nights.

Saturday Full-day tour of Skye, including Portree and a Glass Bottom

Your Holiday Hotels

Boat trip to explore kelp forests and spot seals and otters..

Sunday Travel south with stops in Oban and Inveraray, then ferry to Rhubodach on the Isle of Bute for a two-night stay.

Monday Tour Bute, including Mount Stuart, a Victorian Gothic mansion set in 300 acres, with scenic views over the Sound of Bute

Tuesday Return to the mainland and head home.

Day 1 – The Dryfesdale Hotel, Lockerbie – a 4-Star hotel conveniently located for our journey north. No lift. Days 2 & 3 – The Dunollie Hotel, Broadford, Isle of Skye – this hotel offers comfortable accommodation in a pleasant waterfront setting with lovely views across Broadford Bay. No lift but some ground floor rooms. Days 4 & 5 – Glenburn Hotel, Rothesay, Isle of Bute – located on the idyllic Isle of Bute, with fantastic views over the Firth of Clyde • 3-Star • 134 bedrooms • Lift.

All hotels are varied in style and standards. Travellers should consider the fact that they will often be in beautiful, yet isolated locations where hotel availability is extremely limited. All have restaurant, bar & lounge.

Mobility Grade 2 – Please note that due to the nature of this holiday, customers with mobility difficulties may be limited in their enjoyment.

Thursday 23-Tuesday 28 July 2026

5 Nights | from £1099

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast at the Dryfesdale Hotel in Lockerbie

) 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at the Dunollie Hotel on Skye

) Glass bottomed boat trip

) Return ferry sailing to Bute

) 2 nights dinner, bed & breakfast at the Glenburn Hotel Bute

) Admission to Mount Stuart

Not included: All lunches

WANDER THE WEST OF SCOTLAND

Enjoy the beauty and heritage of the Scottish Highlands with visits to Inveraray Castle, Glenturret Distillery, the Crannog Centre, a Loch Linnhe cruise, and evening entertainment in charming Killin.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday Depart from your home area this morning and travel north to Scotland, arriving in Killin late afternoon at the Killin Hotel for dinner and a 4-night stay.

Tuesday Today we visit Inveraray Castle, ancestral home of the Dukes of Argyll. The magnificent rooms are filled with fine furniture, art, and armour, while the gardens stretch along the shores of Loch Fyne.

Wednesday A morning visit takes us to the fascinating Scottish Crannog Centre on Loch Tay, where we discover

how Scotland’s early loch-dwelling communities lived. In the afternoon we continue to the Glenturret Distillery near Crieff, the oldest working distillery in Scotland. A guided tour reveals the traditions of whisky-making, and we enjoy a dram to finish.

Thursday We travel to Fort William where we board a boat for a relaxing two-hour cruise on Loch Linnhe Surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery, the loch is rich in wildlife and offers superb views of Ben Nevis.

Friday After breakfast we depart Killin and make our way home.

Killin Hotel, Killin HHH

Situated in the heart of the village with views over the River Lochay and surrounding mountains, the Killin Hotel offers a warm Scottish welcome. Facilities include a restaurant, cosy lounge, and riverside bar. All bedrooms are ensuite with TV, hairdryer, and hospitality tray. The hotel has a small lift (unsuitable for wheelchairs) and limited adapted accommodation in an external annex. Please note this property may not be suitable for guests with severe mobility issues.

Monday 17-Friday 21 August 2026

4 Nights | from £899

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating and legroom

) Complimentary on-board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board at the Killin Hotel

) Evening entertainment on two nights

) Guided tour of Inveraray Castle

) Visit to the Scottish Crannog Centre

) Guided tour of Glenturret Distillery with 1 dram

) Two-hour cruise on Loch Linnhe

Not included: All lunches

A TASTE OF SCOTTISH INDULGENCE

Savour Scotland’s finest chocolate, gin, and heritage. Enjoy lawn bowling in St Andrews, explore Glamis Castle’s rich history, and indulge in awardwinning gourmet chocolate at Iain Burnett Highland Chocolatier.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday Depart your home area this morning and travel north to Scotland, arriving late afternoon in Dundee. Check in at the Best Western Invercarse Hotel for dinner and a 4-night stay.

Monday Once banned by Henry VIII for distracting tradesmen, lawn bowling now thrives as a sport of tradition and camaraderie. An expert coach from St Andrews Bowls Club hones your skills on their scenic green. Enjoy a light lunch in the newly renovated clubhouse. Alternatively, join a walking tour of St Andrews before free time for all.

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home of Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother. This 650-year-old fortress impresses with its architecture and history. Enjoy a guided tour, time in Glamis village, and a tasting at Gin Bothy, where fruit-infused gin is handcrafted using local produce.

Wednesday Head into the Highlands with a visit to Pitlochry and a stop in Grandtully for a tasting of Ian Burnett’s indulgent chocolate. Return to Dundee for some free time in this handsome city, once home to Beano and Dandy comics.

Thursday After breakfast, depart Dundee and travel home.

Best Western Invercarse Hotel Set in a tranquil spot within private wooded grounds overlooking the Tay Estuary, the Invercarse Hotel is just three miles from Dundee city centre. Formerly a 19th-century mansion, it offers 68 well-appointed rooms and retains many of its original features, including its classical ballroom. The hotel’s in-house restaurant, The Redwood – named after the two giant redwood trees flanking either side – serves locally sourced Scottish classics with an incredible view of the River Tay. The hotel does not have a lift.

Sunday 24-Thursday 28 May 2026

4 Nights | from £979

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating and legroom

) Complimentary on-board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board at the Best Western Invercarse Hotel

) Guided tour of Glamis Castle

) Tasting at Ian Burnett, Chocolatiers

) Tasting at Gin Bothy

) Coached lawn bowls session at St Andrews Bowling Club (or a guided walking tour of St Andrews)

Not included: All lunches

ROMANTIC JOURNEYS OF SCOTLAND

Join us on this delightful Easter tour to Scotland featuring two scenically superb Scotrail lines, a journey to explore some of the Highland Wildlife and a scenic cruise on Loch Ness.

5 Nights from £869

Highlander Hotel, Newtonmore HHH

Located in the picturesque Highland village of Newtonmore, the Highlander Hotel is a delightful hotel where the restaurant, bar and lounge are warm and welcoming and during your stay entertainment is provided on one evening. All bedrooms are ensuite, and have television, hairdryer & hospitality tray. No lift but Ground Floor Rooms available.

Sunday 5-Friday 10 April 2026

5 Nights | from £869

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 5 nights half board

) Highland Wildlife Park

) Scotrail – Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh

) ScotRail – Fort William to Mallaig

) Royal Scot’ cruise – Loch Ness

Not included: All lunches

(Please note that the Mallaig train ride is not the Steam hauled ‘Jacobite’ service)

Single room: £125 | Holiday insurance: £44.50 All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We travel north to the Scottish Highlands, staying at the Highlander Hotel, Newtonmore for a 5-night stay. Tea/coffee and biscuits served on arrival. During your stay one-night hotel entertainment is provided.

Monday We head to Aviemore where we take a break for time to explore, enjoy the scenery and perhaps have a bite to eat. Later, we head to the Highland Wildlife Park, home to the famous Scottish Wildcats, many other interesting animals and its own safari drive.

Tuesday We travel north into the Highland capital, Inverness. Here we join the ScotRail train for one of the Great Railway Journeys of the World – the line to Kyle of Lochalsh. The route takes us through some of the best scenery in the country, skirting lochs and passing remote villages. After a break in Kyle of Lochalsh we enjoy the return ride, this time by road, back to the hotel.

Wednesday Todays excursion takes us southwest along the shore of Loch Laggan and through Glen Spean to Fort William. Here we have another train journey –this time on the celebrated West Highland Line to Mallaig. This spectacular line passes hidden lochs and inlets, silver sands, and crosses the magnificent Glenfinnan viaduct on its way west. We have free time to wander around the harbour and explore the town before we catch the train back to Fort William. Here, we rejoin the coach for the ride back to Newtonmore.

Thursday Loch Ness is our destination today. We travel through unspoilt scenery towards Fort Augustus. Whilst here, we have time to obtain lunch and we enjoy a cruise, with commentary, on Loch Ness on board ‘The Royal Scot’ from the Caledonian Canal.

Friday After breakfast we are homeward bound.

THE PALACE HOTEL INVERNESS

‘Diamond All Inclusive’

Join us at the Best Western Palace Hotel Inverness on this superb ‘All Inclusive’ break. Dating from the 1890’s, the Hotel combines the best of the past with the contemporary style of the present with elegant interiors, comfortable bedrooms and a superb Leisure Club & Spa.

5 Nights from £1049

The Best Western Palace Hotel, Inverness HHH

Our hotel nestles on the banks of the River Ness, opposite Inverness Castle and is just a few short steps from Inverness city centre. Restaurant, lounge, bar, swimming pool, steam room & sauna. Mobility Grade 4 –

The resort & hotel are on the level. Hotel has a lift serving all floors.

Sunday 29 March-Friday 3 April 2026

5 Nights | from £1049

Sunday 25-Friday 30 October 2026

5 Nights | from £1149

Look What Your ‘Diamond All Inclusive Package Includes

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) 5 nights accommodation

) Welcome cocktail reception on the first evening

) Complimentary drinks package from 7-10 pm each evening

) Wine with dinner each evening

Single room: £150 (Mar) £140 (Oct)

Holiday insurance: £44.50 (Apr) £46 (Oct)

) Entertainment programme (2 nights guaranteed)

) 3-course dinners

) Lunch each day or packed lunch if we are out on excursions

) Afternoon tea & cream scones each day

) Buffet breakfasts

) Free tea/coffee any time of the day

) Loch Ness cruise

) Entrance to Inverewe Gardens (NT)

) Culloden Battlefield Visitors Centre (NT)

Not included: Lunches on days 1 & 6

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour.

Reductions available for (NT) National Trust Members.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We journey north to the Scottish Highlands arriving in Inverness during the early evening.

Monday Today we include a cruise on the world-famous Loch Ness. Although forever associated with legend, there is much more to Loch Ness than just the elusive monster! It is Scotland’s largest loch, and it is more than 600ft deep for much of its 23 miles length.

Tuesday A day at leisure in Inverness, with time to explore the shops, parks and gardens of the Capital of the Highlands.

Wednesday Enjoy a full-day tour visiting Loch Maree and Inverewe Gardens (NT)

A true example of the rugged scenery of the west coast, Loch Maree lies in the shadow of the towering Ben Slioch and has around 30 isles, which lie like a cluster of jewels strung together to form a treasure of unrivalled beauty. We continue to the world-famous Inverewe Gardens, which boast a stunning location, overlooking Loch Ewe.

Thursday We visit the Culloden Battlefield & Visitors Centre (NT), which features a state-of-the-art exhibition bringing the battle alive in an immersion film and accounts from genuine characters involved in the events when the British troops defeated Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Highland clans in 1746.

Friday Today we are homeward bound.

THE TRAIN SET – THE WEST HIGHLAND RAILWAY

One of the world’s great rail journeys

There are many great railway journeys in Europe, yet one of the very greatest, most scenic lines is not that far away. West Highland Railway is actually two different lines, branching at Crianlarich. We sample both on this rail adventure from the popular Winnock Hotel, with scenic coach rides, a wee dram and a loch cruise thrown in for good measure.

4 Nights from

Winnock Hotel, Drymen near Loch Lomond HHH

Situated on the pretty village green in the conservation village of Drymen, located in the heart of the beautiful Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. The Winnock Hotel dates back to the late 1700s as a former coaching inn. Having been lovingly restored it now offers 73 bedrooms, lounges with open log fires and a characterful restaurant. All of the accommodation at the Winnock Hotel is different. From layout and size to décor and outlook, the majority of the rooms are unique which all adds to the charm of the Winnock Hotel. Many of the rooms have original features including fire places in some rooms and sash windows overlooking the village green. Mobility Grade 3 – The resort & hotel are on the level. Hotel has no lift, but rooms are on ground & first floor only. Guests will need to be able to manage steps onto trains and possibly stairs in the stations.

Monday 20-Friday 24 April 2026

4 Nights | from £799

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 4 nights half board

) Single journey on the ScotRail West Highland Line from Dumbarton to Oban

) Tour & tasting of Oban Distillery

) Loch Katrine cruise

) Single journey on ScotRail’s West Highland Line from Crianlarich to Fort William Not included: All lunches

Single room: £140 | Holiday insurance: £38

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We journey north to the pretty conservation village of Drymen, situated in the heart of the Trossachs National Park.

Tuesday An early start sees us transfer to Dumbarton to pick up Scotrail’s West Highland Line’s western branch. Not long after we join we are greeted with the watery landscapes around Gareloch and Loch Long. Skirting the top edge of Loch Lomond, at Crianlarich the route heads west through lochs and glens to the sea at Oban. In Oban we have free time and an included tour and wee dram at Oban Distillery, before our coach transports us back to Drymen.

Wednesday We begin the day with a relaxing 45 minute cruise on Loch Katrine Hear about the rich history and nature brought alive with live commentary from the knowledgeable captain. Afterwards, we make our way to Callander, a small town surrounded by magnificent scenery.

Thursday We head for Crianlarich today to join the West Highland Line’s northern branch. Very different to our previous journey to Oban, the line climbs high into the western Highlands. Passing Bridge of Orchy, the tracks are built into the heather across Rannoch Moor. There are no roads here, just the railway, and you can see deer scampering and wildlife in abundance. Passing Corrour, the UK’s highest mainline station, we descend to Fort William at the foot of Ben Nevis. With free time here and, having witnessed arguably the most scenic line on the UK rail network, we return on one of the most scenic roads through the mountains of Glencoe

Friday After breakfast we commence our journey homeward, arriving back during the evening.

WESTER ROSS

EXPLORER

The awe-inspiring scenery of Wester Ross offers a wealth of spectacular landscapes. Known for its sandy beaches, panoramic views to Raasay, Skye and the Western Isles with unforgettable sunsets across the Minch. With plenty of rocky coastline, wonderful wildlife and remarkable unspoilt views, this tour takes you a little more off the beaten track.

from £1249

Gairloch Hotel, Gairloch HHH

A traditional 3-Star Victorian Scottish baronial style hotel located in the pretty harbour town of Gairloch, which boasts wonderful views across to Skye. There is a comfortable lounge bar and lovely beaches.

72 bedrooms with lift to most rooms.

All hotels are varied in style and standards. Travellers should consider the fact that they will often be in beautiful, yet isolated locations where hotel availability is extremely limited.

Overnight Hotels

Sunday: Stirling Highland Hotel, Stirling (3-Star). Located centrally to Stirling, the Highland Hotel is housed in a handsome Victorian former school building. Friday: Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine (4-Star standard). No lift but some ground floor rooms.

Sunday 5-Saturday 11 July 2026

6 Nights | from £1249

What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Luxury traveller coach’ with first seating & legroom

) Complimentary on-board drinks

) 1 nights half board at the Stirling Highland Hotel, Stirling

) 4 nights half board at the Gairloch Hotel, Gairloch

) Admission to Inverewe Garden and Estate

) Admission to Ullapool Museum

) Single rail journey – Achnasheen to Kyle of Lochalsh

) 1 night’s half board at the Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £245 | Holiday insurance: £46

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday A leisurely drive north to our overnight hotel – The Stirling Highland Hotel, Stirling (3-Star).

Monday We continue north travelling via Pitlochry to the charming resort town of Aviemore, surrounded by the stunning scenery of the Cairngorms. From here we drive via Inverness to the spa town of Strathpeffer. In the afternoon we continue deep into Wester Ross, arriving at our hotel, located on the shoreline of Gairloch for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday A short hop this morning with a local operator so your driver can have a rest day, to Inverewe Gardens. A garden like no other with amazing species that simply shouldn’t grow there! Lose yourself in this lush setting before exploring Inverewe House, now an interactive museum. The remainder of the day is at leisure in the pretty harbour town of Gairloch.

Wednesday Today is an opportunity to sample part of the North Coast 500 route. See the tiny sheep-inhabited Gruinard Island, with a grim past, to Little Loch Broom and fantastic views of the Loch and An Tellach, the highest mountain in the area. Heading on, passing the magnificent Corrieshalloch Gorge, known for its Victorian suspension bridge, and Falls of Measach before arriving in Ullapool

A village wrapped in stunning scenery; we include admission to the town museum

Take time to wander here before delving into the local shops

Thursday A full day, exploring Wester Ross further. Head along Loch Maree, framed by the Slioch and Beinn Eighe mountain ranges, to Achnasheen in the east of the region. Here, join the train for a scenic trip to the Kyle of Lochalsh with spectacular views and light glinting off the waters of the many lochs. Rejoining the coach, we pause for photos at the picturesque Eilean Donan Castle before returning via lovely Loch Carron to our hotel.

Friday Departing Wester Ross we return via Fort William and lonely Glencoe before reaching the shoreline of Loch Lomond and on to our final night at the Riverside Lodge Hotel in Irvine

Saturday Homeward bound.

ORKNEY ISLAND EXPLORER

Spectacularly located off the northern tip of Scotland, Orkney is a unique destination with a distinctive culture of Norse rule and a landscape sculptured by the sea. Focusing on the island’s fascinating war and maritime history from the scuttling of the German Fleet in Scapa Flow to the sinking of the Royal Oak our expert local guides take us to familiar and unfamiliar sites giving you a feel of what life was like for the personnel who guarded Orkney’s shores and the civilians who lived here during the World Wars protecting the British Grand and Home Fleets based at Scapa Flow.

6 Nights from £1979

Your Hotels

1st & 2nd Night – Fishers Hotel, Pitlochry – 4-Star Standard

3rd, 4th & 5th Nights – Kirkwall Hotel, Kirkwall, Orkney – 3-Star Standard 6th Night – Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness – 4-Star Standard

All hotels are varied in style and standards. Travellers should consider the fact that they will often be in beautiful, yet isolated locations where hotel availability is extremely limited. All have restaurant, bar & lounge. All have a lift to all floors.

Mobility Grade 3 – This is a touring holiday and although most of the sightseeing is from the comfort of our coach, there are ferries to board and three different hotels, along with steps and stairs to negotiate. Please note that due to the nature of this holiday, customers with mobility difficulties may be limited in their enjoyment.

Saturday 12-Friday 18 September 2026

6 Nights | from £1979

What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) 6 nights half board

) Return Ferries to/from Orkney

) Entrance to Blair Castle

) Guide for two days touring on Orkney

) Admission to Italian Chapel

) Included donation visit to St Magnus Cathedral

) Admission to Skara Brae

Prehistoric Village & Skaill House

) Admission to Ness Battery

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £408 | Holiday insurance: £46

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Saturday We drive north through the Scottish Borders to our 2-night stay at the Fishers Hotel in Pitlochry

Sunday Today we visit Blair Castle, one of Scotland’s most historic castles, home to the Dukes of Atholl.

Monday Departing after breakfast we drive north to Scotland’s far north, boarding the afternoon Northlink Ferries sailing from Scrabster to Stromness, with dinner on board. From here we drive to the Kirkwall Hotel for our 3-night stay.

Tuesday This morning we meet our local guide for a tour which includes the following highlights: The Italian Chapel, the remaining Churchill Barriers Royal Oak Memorial Garden and Magnus Cathedral. Free time for lunch before continuing to the Standing Stones of Stenness and the Ring of Brodgar

Wednesday Our Orkney Island guided tour today continues with visits to Skara Brae via Scapa Flow – View the Royal Oak Buoy, hear the stories of the loss of HMS Vanguard in 1917 and the scuttling of 74 WW 1 German warships in 1919 when Scapa Flow was RN Headquarters. We continue to Skara Brae & Skaill House before visiting Stromness. Time to visit Ness Battery (10–15-minute walk if required), before returning late afternoon to our hotel.

(Please note that there are many other notable sites associated with WWI & II to be found in and around Orkney however many of these are in remote locations or maybe on isolated islands that are inaccessible by coach. Visiting some of these will involve a good deal of walking and hence may not be possible – Your guide will endeavour to assist with any requests, but none can be guaranteed. Warm & Waterproof clothing and stout footwear is recommended for these excursions).

Thursday This morning we catch morning Pentland Ferries sailing to the mainland and continue south to our final nights stay at the 4-Star Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness Friday Departing after breakfast we journey homeward, arriving back during the evening.

THE OUTER HEBREDIAN

Featuring the Isles of Lewis, Harris & Skye

Discover Scotland’s Western Isles, a stunning chain of islands with golden beaches, mountains, and moonscapes in the Outer Hebrides. Visit Aberfoyle, the Trossachs’ gateway, and the picturesque village of Ullapool on Loch Broom. The tour also includes charming Fort William and the scenic Scottish Borders, offering diverse landscapes and culture.

8 Nights from £1599

Your Holiday Hotels

Day 1 – The Rob Roy Hotel, Aberfoyle (3-Star)

Day 2 – Caledonian Hotel, Ullapool (3-Star)

Days 3 & 4 – Caberfeidh Hotel, Stornoway (4-Star)

Days 5 & 6 – The Dunollie Hotel, Skye (3-Star) Day 7 – The Dryfesdale Hotel, Lockerbie (4-Star)

All hotels are varied in style and standards. Travellers should consider the fact that they will often be in beautiful, yet isolated locations where hotel availability is extremely limited. All have restaurant, bar & lounge. The Rob Roy & Caberfeidh offer lift access to all floors. No Lift at the Caledonian, Ullapool, the Dunollie or the Dryfesdale, Lockerbie.

Mobility Grade 2 – This is a touring holiday and although most of the sightseeing is from the comfort of our coach, there are ferries to board and five different hotels, along with steps and stairs to negotiate. Please note that due to the nature of this holiday, customers with mobility difficulties may be limited in their enjoyment.

Friday 10-Friday 17 July 2026

8 Nights | from £1599

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) ‘Club class’ extra legroom coach

) 8 nights half board

) Return ferry sailings to the Outer Hebrides

) Local coach & guided tour of Lewis/Harris

) Guided tour of South Uist

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £168 | Holiday insurance: £46

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour

Holiday Itinerary

Friday Travel to Scotland with an overnight stop at the 3-Star Rob Roy Hotel in Aberfoyle

Saturday Our journey continues north as we skirt the Cairngorm National Park, travelling over the remote Drumochter Pass pausing at the leafy old Victorian spa town of Strathpeffer before heading west to Ullapool and our overnight stay at the Caledonian Hotel

Sunday We take the morning ferry to Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis, then continue to the Caberfeidh Hotel for our 2-night stay.

Monday Using the services of a local coach and tour guide we explore the Islands of Lewis home to the Callanish Stones, one of the finest prehistoric sites in Scotland, the historic Broch at Carloway and the Gearrannan Blackhouses Village with their traditional thatched croft houses.

Tuesday The Isle of Harris beckons today with its ever-changing kaleidoscope of scenic colour. We visit Tarbert, home to Harris Tweed and the Isle of Harris Distillery before we board the afternoon sailing to Uig on the Isle of Skye and continue to Broadford for our 2-night stay at the Dunollie Hotel

Wednesday Discover Skye as we visit Dunvegan Castle, probably the oldest inhabited castle in the north of Scotland. It has been occupied continuously by the Chiefs of the Clan MacLeod for more than 750 years and is located on a wonderful setting on the shores of Loch Dunvegan.

Thursday Departing our hotel we pause at the Eilean Donan Visitors Centre for wonderful photographic opportunities of one of Scotland’s most iconic historic castles. Then, travelling via Fort William before continuing south for our final night at the 4-Star Dryfesdale Hotel near Lockerbie.

Friday Homeward bound.

IRELAND’S NORTHERN JAUNT

Westport – Achill Island – Giant’s Causeway – Belfast

Treat yourself to an 8-day tour of Ireland’s central west coast and northern ‘top side’, where we visit award-winning Westport and stunning Achill Island located at the heart of Ireland’s ‘Wild Atlantic Way’. This tour also combines spectacular city, coast and countryside from Donegal, through to the Causeway and Antrim coastlines and then on to Belfast, offering a kaleidoscopic journey that is not to be missed.

7 Nights from £1375

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday Travel from Holyhead to Dublin, arriving in time for dinner and our overnight stay at the Talbot Stillorgan Park Hotel near Dublin

Sunday We travel west across Ireland pausing in Athlone before arriving in Westport for our 2-night stay at the Castlecourt Hotel. Westport is a delightful heritage town, attractively located near the sea with the famous Mayo Mountains as its impressive backdrop. Westport is a unique blend of old and new living memories of a bygone era mingling happily with the lively busy town of today.

Monday Enjoy a full day excursion around ‘Magical Mayo’. Following the shores of Lough Cullin and Lough Conn we reach Achill Island – A rugged, unspoilt and spectacular region of Ireland dominated by Slievemore Mountain that rises dramatically to the north. At Achill Sound we join the famous circular ‘Atlantic Drive’ – a truly stunning journey.

Tuesday Departing Westport, we drive via Drumcliffe, where we visit the grave of the renowned Irish poet W.B. Yeats. Next, following in the ‘lea’ of the majestic Benbulben ‘flat-topped’ mountain, we discover the secrets that have made Belleek Pottery one of the most enduring success stories of Irish craftsmanship during a tour of Belleek Pottery. We pause in Donegal town before reaching the Kees Hotel at Ballybofey (3-Star rated) for our 2-night stay.

Saturday 9-Saturday 16 May 2026

7 Nights | from £1375

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) 7 nights half board

) Return ferry crossings

) Entrance to Drumcliffe Churchyard to view the grave of WB Yeats

) Belleek Pottery Tour

) Glencolmcille Folk Village

) Giant’s Causeway Visitors Centre with audio-guide

) Guided tour of Belfast by local coach

) Titanic Belfast Not included: All lunches

Single room: £205 | Holiday insurance: £44.50

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour.

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

Wednesday Today we make our way to Donegal Town with free time in the morning. Visit Magee’s, home of traditional hand-woven Donegal Tweed for a weaving demonstration. Later, we explore the remote Donegal Gaeltacht district, where we visit the Glencolmcille Folk Village. Perched overlooking the idyllic Glen Bay Beach, the village is a replica of a typical Irish rural village. Step back in time on a self-guided tour exploring the replica thatched roof cottages and dwellings of a rural Irish village.

Thursday Our adventure continues today with a journey over to the north coast and the chance to visit the Giant’s Causeway with its impressive Visitors Centre From here, we follow the Antrim Coast Road with its stunning ocean views arriving in Dublin for a 2-night stay at the Stormont Hotel (4-Star rated)

Friday This morning a local coach and Belfast guide will meet us at our hotel for a guided tour of Belfast. In the afternoon we visit Titanic Belfast, the world’s largest Titanic visitor experience. This iconic six-floor building explores the sights, sounds, smells and stories of the Titanic, which brings history to life in an unforgettable way.

Saturday We board the late morning sailing from Belfast to Cairnryan. From here, we return south through the Scottish Borders to Henley.

Your Holiday Hotels

Days 1 – Talbot Stillorgan Park Hotel, Dublin (4-Star Rated)

Days 2 & 3 – Castlecourt Hotel, Westport (4-Star) The spacious rooms at the Castlecourt Hotel, Spa and Leisure all feature TV, and free Wi-Fi. There is a sauna, a steam room and a fully equipped gym. This family owned and run hotel, is known as a home away from home. The Orchard Restaurant offers a bright and stylish space while the Courtyard Bistro provides light lunches and pastries throughout the day. Lift to all floors.

Days 4 & 5 – The Kees Hotel, Balleybofey (3-Star Rated) In the twin towns of Stranorlar and Ballybofey, near the foothills of the Bluestack Mountains, you’ll find the family run Kee’s Hotel. All 53 bedrooms are bright and comfortable, offering the high standards expected by any seasoned traveller. The restaurant offers the finest local seasonal specialties. Spend quality time in the gym, sauna, pool, or beauty salon. Lift.

Days 6 & 7 – Stormont Hotel, Belfast (4-Star Rated) Located 5 miles from the centre of Belfast, opposite Stormont Parliament Buildings in a leafy, residential area. Bar and lounge. 2 lifts serve 3 floors, however there are limited ground floor rooms available.

OUTSTANDING NORTHERN IRELAND

Belfast, the Antrim Coast & so much more

Northern Ireland’s beauty is intertwined with tragic history & rich culture – the wild craggy mountains, magical lakes & sweeping coastline have remained unspoilt by the passage of time.

6 Nights from £1299

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We journey to Holyhead in North Wales for our afternoon sailing to Ireland and continue to our overnight stay at the Talbot Stillorgan Park Hotel (4-Star rated).

Monday We journey north to Newry. Then following the Mountains of Mourne Coastal Route we drive along the shores of Carlingford Lough to Kilheel We continue via Downpatrick, the last resting place of St Patrick before arriving at the Stormont Hotel for our 4-night stay.

Stormont Hotel, Belfast

Located 5 miles from the centre of Belfast, opposite Stormont Parliament Buildings in a leafy, residential area. bar, lounge. Mobility Grade 3 –Location & hotel are all reasonably level and accessible. 2 lifts serve 3 floors, however there are limited ground floor rooms available.

Sunday 20-Saturday 26 September 2026

6 Nights | from £1299

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Return ferry crossings

) 6 nights half board

) Guided tour of Hillsborough Castle with tea/scones

) Entrance to the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Experience (NT)

) Guided Tour of Belfast & entrance to Titanic Belfast

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £280 | Holiday Insurance: £46

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour.

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

Tuesday This morning we drive pausing to view the ‘Dark Hedges’, a romantic, atmospheric, tunnel-like avenue of intertwined beech trees, planted in the 18thcentury. Today they are instantly recognisable to fans of the popular TV series ‘Game of Thrones’, as the Kings Road! We continue to the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Experience, returning along the spectacular Antrim coast with its vertical cliffs, glens and mountain scenery. (Small separate charge for those requiring to use the Translink Shuttle bus from the Visitors Centre to view the Causeway).

Wednesday Today we visit Hillsborough Castle, one of the most beautiful, and interesting historic properties in Northern Ireland and the official residence of the Royal Family when they are in Northern Ireland. We include a guided tour of this magnificent Georgian Mansion and an opportunity to explore the beautiful gardens. (Our visit includes tea and scones).

Thursday This morning a local coach and Belfast City guide meets us at our hotel for a morning guided tour of Belfast. In the afternoon we visit Titanic Belfast, the world’s largest Titanic visitor experience. This iconic six-floor building explores the sights, sounds, smells and stories of the Titanic, which brings history to life in an unforgettable way.

Friday We return south to Dublin before continuing to our final nights stay at the Talbot Hotel, Stillorgan, Co Dublin

Saturday Breakfast today is included on board our return Irish Ferries sailing to Holyhead then we continue homeward.

SPRINGTIME IN IRELAND

Discover Powerscourt in spring, when the estate is ablaze with colour and over 10,000 tulips gently dance throughout the gardens.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel to Holyhead for the early afternoon sailing to Dublin.

On arrival, we head straight to our hotel in Carlow for dinner and a 4-night stay.

Tuesday We explore the Wicklow Mountains and visit Powerscourt House & Gardens, a stunning 47-acre estate. In spring, over 14,000 tulips bloom in vibrant displays across the grounds. Our visit also includes a behind-the-scenes distillery tour showcasing Powerscourt whiskey production

Wednesday Today we visit the medieval city of Kilkenny on the River Nore.

Highlights include the 12th-century Kilkenny Castle and the Kilkenny Design Craft Centre, offering a range of Irish hand-crafted gifts.

Thursday This morning we visit Newbridge Silverware Visitor Centre to admire its finely crafted jewellery, tableware and gifts. In the afternoon, we explore the Irish National Stud & Gardens including the Japanese Gardens and St Fiachra’s Gardens, rich in seasonal colour.

Friday After breakfast, we enjoy some free time in Dublin before catching the afternoon ferry to Holyhead and heading home.

Woodford Dolmen Hotel, Carlow HHHH

Set on the banks of the River Barrow, the Woodford Dolmen Hotel has lovely grounds with views of the Killeshin Hills and 10 acres of gardens, complete with resident fairies in the magical fairy garden. Around 5 minutes’ drive from Carlow town centre, the charming hotel houses 81 modern bedrooms with neutral décor. There is a stylish bar with plenty of seating for relaxing, while the restaurant serves dishes prepared with fresh, local produce in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Monday 13-Friday 17 April 2026

4 Nights | from £809

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Outlined excursions

) Entrance to Powerscourt Gardens

) Distillery tour/tasting

) Newbridge Silverware Visitors Centre

) Irish National Stud, Japanese Gardens & St Fiachra’s Gardens Not included: All lunches

SPIRIT OF THE MOURNES

Step into the rhythm of Northern Ireland, where the dramatic Mourne Mountains provide the backdrop for Irish dancing with the principal dancer of ‘Lord of the Dance’ at the oldest coaching inn. Enjoy a visit to the only Northern Irish Royal residence, let us guide you through the breathtaking landscape and savour the taste of local chocolate.

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel to Holyhead for the early afternoon sailing to Dublin. On arrival, we head straight to our hotel in Newry for dinner and a 4-night stay.

Tuesday Josephine Brennan King, renowned Principal Dancer of Lord of the Dance, invites you to experience traditional crossroads dancing at Denvir’s Inn, Ireland’s oldest coaching inn. After a light lunch, we visit Newcastle, a charming seaside town with a golden beach and the Mourne Mountains as its backdrop.

Wednesday We visit Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, Northern Ireland’s only Royal

Explore State Rooms once visited by Benjamin Franklin and Queen Elizabeth II, including the Drawing Room where the Good Friday Agreement was signed. We also include time in Belfast, the proud capital of Northern Ireland.

Thursday Our expert guide leads a scenic tour of the Mourne Mountains, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. We also enjoy a chocolate tasting at NearyNogs, a family-run business using ethically sourced ingredients.

Friday After breakfast, we spend some free time in Dublin before catching the afternoon ferry to Holyhead and heading home.

Canal Court Hotel, Newry HHHH

Located in the heart of Newry, the 4 star Canal Court Hotel & Spa offers a prime central location with uninterrupted views of Ireland’s oldest man-made canal. Enjoy comfort and style in one of the 110 spacious rooms, each furnished with bespoke pieces. Dine at the award winning Old Mill Restaurant with its panelled walls and enjoy the hotel’s leisure facilities.

Monday 14-Friday 18 September 2026 4 Nights | from £1079

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) 4 nights half board

) Outlined excursions

) Entrance to Hillsborough Castle & Gardens

) ‘Lord of the Dance’ traditional crossroads dance demonstration with light lunch

) Guided tour of the Mourne Mountains

) Chocolate tasting

Not included: All lunches not mentioned

MAGICAL MAYO

We base our tour in Ballina, the largest town in Co. Mayo, on the banks of the River Moy. From here, explore the rugged landscape of the Wild Atlantic Way, the Wild Nephin National Park and the county’s rich historical heritage dating from prehistoric times to the present.

6 Nights from £1249

Great National Hotel, Ballina HHHH

The Hotel Great National is a luxurious 4-Star hotel on the Dublin road in Ballina Co Mayo, a few minutes’ drive from Ballina town. This contemporary 87 bedroomed hotel is in an excellent location for exploring Co Mayo and the Wild Atlantic Way. The hotel also offers a 20 metre swimming pool, fully equipped gymnasium & Spa. Mobility Grade 4 – Location reasonably level with isolated steps. Good access throughout for those with mobility issues. Lift to all floors.

Sunday 28 June-Saturday 4 July 2026

6 Nights | from £1249

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Return ferry crossings

) 6 nights half board

) Outlined excursions

) Strokestown National Famine Museum

) Visit to Ballycroy Visitors Centre

) Guide for full day excursion

) Introductory talk at Foxford Woollen Mill

) Visit to National Museum of Ireland – Country Life

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £185 | Holiday insurance: £92

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour.

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We board our afternoon sailing to Ireland and then continue to the Bloomfield House Hotel in Mullingar for our dinner and our overnight stay.

Monday We continue the onward journey to Ballina, with a stop at the National Famine Museum at Strokestown, signifying a tragic but fascinating chapter of Irish history. We arrive at the Great National Hotel for our 4-night stay during the afternoon.

Tuesday We visit the Georgian town of Westport before relishing some of Mayo’s most spectacular scenery. Head to Mulranny, perched on the Wild Atlantic Way; up to Corraun with dramatic views across to Achill Island. We loop back to Mulranny and the Claggan Mountain Coastal Trail for a visit to Ballycroy Visitors Centre and the unspoilt wilderness of Wild Nephin National Park

Wednesday Today we join a local coach where our guide for the day brings the heritage of Co. Mayo to life. See the Killala Roundtower and the remarkable Céide Fields overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Visit Belmullet, along the impressive coast with sandy beaches before heading back to Ballina via Bangor Erris, on the banks of the Owenmore River.

Thursday Today we visit Foxford Woollen Mill, founded in 1892 by an Irish nun, with an introduction to a century of manufacturing and craftsmanship. Take time to browse before visiting the National Museum of Ireland. Here, immerse yourself in Ireland’s rural past but recent way of life and the Victorian Gothic mansion which overlooks gardens and parkland.

Friday We travel to Dublin with an afternoon at leisure before continuing to the Clayton Hotel Leopardstown for dinner and our overnight stay.

Saturday Breakfast today is included on board our return Irish Ferries sailing to Holyhead then we continue homeward.

CONNEMARA, GALWAY & WESTPORT

See County Galway, the Connemara National Park and Westport from our base in Clifden. With its spectacular scenery and emerging reputation as the West’s ‘Gourmet Capital’, this is a wonderful base from which to explore.

6 Nights from £1359

Kylemore Abbey

The Clifden Station House Hotel

HHH

The Clifden Station House is a modern hotel set around the old Clifden Railway Station. More than 60 years ago the last Steam Train departed from Clifden to Galway.

Today the Railway Station, its Station House Platform and Engine House have been magnificently restored and transformed into The Clifden Station House & Courtyard. The hotel also has a leisure centre & indoor swimming pool. Mobility Grade 4 – Located a short walk from the town centre, the location reasonably level. Lift to all floors.

Sunday 31 May-Saturday 6 June 2026

6 Nights | from £1359

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Return ferry sailings

) 6-nights half board

) Outlined excursions

) Guided tour of Westport House Estate

) Entrance of Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Garden

) Sheep Herding & Refreshments at Glen Keen Farm

) Killary cruise

) Guided tour of the Celtic Crystal Visitors Centre

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £213 | Holiday insurance: £92

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour.

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday Crossing the Irish Sea, we continue to our overnight stay at the Brandon House Hotel in New Ross

Monday We travel across Ireland, pausing at thriving Galway for time at leisure before making our way to the Station House Hotel, Clifden, our base for the next 4 nights.

Tuesday Today we journey north for an included tour of Westport House. Built in 1730, the house boasts original architecture within a superb parkland setting including a lake, terraces, waterfalls and magnificent views of Ireland’s holy mountain, Croagh Patrick. The rest of the day is free to explore the pretty town of Westport, situated on the shores of Clew Bay.

Wednesday After breakfast today we will board the coach and make our way to Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden. The dramatic landscape and iconic image of a gothic castle reflected in a Connemara Lake has made Kylemore Abbey world-famous and it is now the largest tourist attraction in the west of Ireland. Later, there is free time in the bustling coastal town of Clifden – often referred to as the ‘Capital of Connemara’.

Thursday We travel through the Connemara National Park and witness the dramatic scenery of the Twelve Bens Mountain range before arrival at Glen Keen Farm where you will be treated to a sheep herding demonstration, traditional Irish music and refreshments. On then to Killary where we include a delightful cruise along Killary Fjord, enjoying 9 miles of uninterrupted views of some of the finest scenery in the west of Ireland.

Friday Departing Clifden we enjoy a guided tour of the Celtic Crystal Visitor Centre in Moycullen. Following this visit, head east, checking into the Clayton Hotel, Leopardstown near Dublin for our overnight stay.

Saturday Breakfast today is included on board our return sailing to Holyhead then we continue homeward.

IRELAND’S COAST TO COAST

Waterford & Ennistymon

This two-centered coast to coast tour explores both the south east and west of Ireland, including Waterford, Kilkenny, Foynes Flying Boat Museum and Galway.

7 Nights from £1349

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday We board the ferry from South Wales to Rosslare and continue four our 3-night stay at the 3-Star Dooley’s Hotel in Waterford. A welcome drink and dinner are included tonight.

Saturday 6-Saturday 13 June 2026

7 Nights | from £1349

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Return ferry sailings

) 7 nights half board

) Entertainment on two evenings (1 in Waterford & 1 in Ennistymon

) One free drink per person with dinner on first evening (at both hotels)

) Kilkenny Road Train

) Foynes Flying Boat Museum including an Irish coffee

) Cliffs of Moher Visitors Centre

) The Burren Visitors Centre

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £210 | Holiday insurance: £92

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour.

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

Your Holiday Hotels

Dooley’s Hotel – This is a very popular 3-Star family-run hotel in the centre of Waterford with 113 bedrooms & lift.

Sunday We head to the well-preserved medieval town of Kilkenny, overlooking the River Nore. The Kilkenny Road Train is the best way to explore, so sit back and relax as it makes its way through the narrow streets to reveal the abbey, cathedral and other highlights.

Monday A free day to explore Waterford, the oldest city in Ireland, founded by the Vikings and home to the world-famous Crystal Factory and the Museum of Treasures.

Tuesday Today, we travel to the West Coast of Ireland. Enjoy a visit to the Foynes Flying Boat Museum, which recalls the nostalgic era when Foynes became the centre of the aviation world between 1937 and 1945, followed by an Irish coffee. Continue to the Falls Hotel, Ennistymon for the next 3 nights where you have a drink with dinner.

Wednesday Today’s excursion takes us to the magnificent Cliffs of Moher which tower dramatically over the west County Clare coast. Here we visit the awardwinning Visitor Centre where the story of the cliffs is brought to life. We continue via Doolin to The Burren, and then enjoy a scenic coastal drive around Black Head and Ballyvaughan Bay

Thursday A morning excursion to the Burren Visitors Centre followed by a visit to the charming city of Galway.

Friday Departing our hotel travel east via Limerick and Kildare towards Dublin for dinner and our final nights stay in Ireland.

Saturday Breakfast today is included on board our return sailing to Holyhead then we continue homeward.

The Falls Hotel – This 4-Star former manor house overlooking the river. And offers 144 bedrooms & lift.

Our final night will be in a minimum 3-Star standard hotel on the outskirts of Dublin, with easy access for the ferry port and our return morning sailing.

KILLARNEY & THE RING OF KERRY

Including a 2 Night Dublin Stay

Experience the rich cultural traditions of the vibrant city of Dublin before travelling across the country to Killarney and the Ring of Kerry – a land of constantly changing colours, magnificent landscapes, rugged mountains, imposing valleys, lush green fields, deep blue lakes and long sandy beaches.

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Holiday Itinerary

Saturday To Holyhead for our crossing to Dublin, then on to the Talbot Hotel, Stillorgan (4-Star) for our 2-night stay.

Sunday After breakfast we travel into central Dublin where we meet our city guide for a morning tour of Ireland’s great capital. The afternoon is free for individual sightseeing.

Killarney Plaza Hotel, Killarney HHHH

This stylish hotel is in the centre of Killarney, adjacent to the National Park, and offers excellent facilities including restaurant, piano bar, leisure facilities include an indoor pool, sauna & spa bath. Mobility Grade 4 – Locality: Flat. Hotel: Lift to all floors.

Saturday 3-Saturday 10 October 2026

7 Nights | from £1349

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Club class extra legroom coach

) Return Irish Ferry crossings

) 7 nights half board

) A visit to the Irish National Stud & the Japanese Gardens

) Guided tours of Dublin, the ‘Ring of Kerry’ and the Dingle Peninsula ) A visit to the Queenstown Story

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £292 | Holiday insurance: £92

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

Due to certain height restrictions on the Ring of Kerry & The Dingle Peninsula we are unable to allocate this tour to one of our Luxury Traveller Coaches.

Monday Departing our hotel we visit the Irish National Stud at Kildare, home to some of Ireland’s most revered thoroughbreds and the adjacent Japanese Gardens. Later we continue via Adare, Ireland’s ‘prettiest village’, with its delightful, thatched cottages before arriving in Killarney for our 4-night stay.

Tuesday Discover the secrets of the Ring of Kerry, as our guided tour takes us via Killorglin; famed for its annual Puck Fair, to Glenbeigh, with its Bog Village. We continue around the Iveragh Peninsula, ascending Peakeen Mountain, around Moll’s Gap and Ladies View before finally descending back into Killarney, along the glittering shores of Lough Leane.

Wednesday A day at leisure. Why not enjoy a scenic lake cruise or a jaunting cart ride? Or you may wish to visit Muckross House. The day is all yours!

Thursday Join us for a guided tour of the stunning Dingle Peninsula. Travelling through ‘Ryan’s Daughter Country’, we will see the wild and beautiful natural scenery as we make our way to the fishing village of Dingle.

Friday Departing Killarney, we travel to Cobh, where we visit the Queenstown Story. Here, we can retrace the steps of the 2 ½ million Irish people who emigrated from Ireland via Cobh on coffin ships, early steamers and finally on the great ocean liners. In fact, Cobh was the last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic. Later, we drive to Waterford for our overnight accommodation at the 3-Star Dooley’s Hotel.

Saturday Breakfast today is included on board our return Irish Ferries sailing back to Pembroke where upon arrival we continue homeward.

WEST CORK’S WILD ATLANTIC WAY

Based in Clonakilty in West Cork, the Clonakilty Park Hotel provides an excellent base from which to explore this beautiful corner of Ireland. Visit the colourful towns and beautiful beaches of the south coast, the Cork stretch of the Wild Atlantic Way and the vibrant cultural city of Cork.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday To Pembroke for our crossing to Rosslare, then on to the Brandon House Hotel in New Ross (3-Star) for our overnight stay.

Monday After breakfast travel to County Cork with a visit to Cobh, the final port of call for the Titanic before she met her fate in 1912. On then to Clonakilty and the Clonakilty Park Hotel, your base for 4 nights.

Clonakilty Park Hotel, Clonakilty HHH

On the outskirts of the heritage town of Clonakilty, this is a great base for exploring the stunning beauty of West Cork on the Wild Atlantic Way.

The hotel has lovely leisure facilities, including 20 metre pool, and even its own on-site cinema.

Sunday 6-Saturday 12 September 2026

6 Nights | from £1249

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Return Irish Ferry crossings

) 6 nights half board

) A visit to the Bantry House

) A boat trip to Garnish Island

) A visit to Blarney Castle

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £174 | Holiday insurance: £92

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour.

Even though passports are not needed to travel to Ireland, ferry companies request passengers to carry some form of PHOTO ID, which may be required for inspection.

Tuesday A scenic journey via Mizen Head to Bantry for time at leisure, but not before a visit to Bantry House and its impressive treasures. On then to the harbour town of Glengariff for a boat trip to Garnish Island where visitors will see the effects of its unique micro-climate and possibly its colony of seals.

Wednesday Today is at leisure to enjoy the facilities at the hotel and this friendly town. A leisurely walk will find you in the town centre with access to Clonakilty Distillery, West Cork Model Railway Village and Michael Collins House Museum. For the more adventurous, why not visit the Clonakilty Blackpudding Visitor Centre, who make the most popular black pudding in Ireland with their secret recipe.

Thursday Visit the vibrant city of Cork for shopping and sightseeing amongst the colourful buildings on the banks of the River Lee. Visit the famous English Market selling Cork’s artisan produce and see the spectacular Saint Fin Barre’s Cathedral. This afternoon visit Blarney Castle and for those wishing to kiss the famous Blarney Stone.

Friday Head across Ireland towards Dublin for our final night at the Clayton Hotel in Leopardstown.

Saturday Breakfast today is included on board our return sailing back to Holyhead where upon arrival we continue homeward.

BULBFIELDS & WINDMILLS OF HOLLAND

This delightful short break not only gives you a chance to view the thousands of acres of magnificent flowering bulbs, but also includes a visit to the incredible Keukenhof Gardens, a truly wonderful experience for flower lovers and gardeners alike – the Gardens cover some 60 acres of floral displays in a magnificent, landscaped setting.

4 Nights from £975

Van der Valk Hotel, Avifauna, Alphen a/d Rijn HHHH

Located in the ‘green heart’ of Holland between The Hague and Amsterdam, the Van der Valk Hotel

Avifauna is a 4-Star hotel located next to the popular Avifauna Bird Park (free entrance available to hotel guests). All bedrooms are spacious and well-equipped with comfortable beds, television, free wifi, telephone, hairdryer, safe and tea/coffee making facilities. The bathrooms have bathtub and a separate shower. Facilities include a bar, restaurant and adjacent casino. The hotel has a lift.

Thursday 9-Monday 13 April 2026

4 Nights | from £975

Monday 20-Friday 24 April 2026

4 Nights | from £975

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) Return Dover to Calais ferry crossing

) 4 nights half board –

Please note that it will be buffet on days 3 and 4

) Hot & cold buffet breakfasts

) Outlined excursions

) Admission to Keukenhof Gardens

) Historical steamboat and steam tram ride (including light refreshments)

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £219 | Holiday insurance: £71.50

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Passports will be required for this tour.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 To Dover for the ferry to Calais then across Belgium and into Holland, arriving at our hotel in time for dinner.

Day 2 Following breakfast we travel to the famous Keukenhof Gardens. We’ll spend the morning here, giving plenty of time for strolling at leisure through the gardens, greenhouses and set pieces. In the afternoon, there is free time to explore or maybe take a ride on one of the ‘whisper boats’, which are almost silent as they sail through the beautiful bulb landscape.

Day 3 The ‘historic triangle’ of Enkhuizen, Medemblik and Hoorn is located just above Amsterdam. Here, we enjoy a steamboat ride around the Ijsselmeer coast to Medemblik (Light refreshments –Tea/coffee & Apple Pie included), before taking a fascinating ride by historical steam tram to Hoorn. We also visit the museum at Hoorn, to learn something of the history and development of the Dutch steam tram from 1879 to 1966.

Day 4 Today we take a fascinating visit through the colourful windmills of Zaanse Schans. Zaanse Schans is full of traditional green timbered houses and warehouses which perfectly embody the picture-perfect landscapes for which Holland is known. This is a free admission where we can discover local specialities including a cheese farm, wooden shoe workshops, pewter foundry and a bakery museum.(Other attractions may include a separate admission which is down to the individual’s discretion and payable direct on the day). Also, there is free time to discover the delightful coastal resort town of Volendam

Day 5 Leaving our hotel we make our way back to Calais and our ferry to Dover and home.

DUTCH BULBFIELDS & FLORALIA AT THE CHATEAU

Here’s a unique tour only found in the Johnsons brochure! Combine the world-famous bulbfields of Keukenhof Park with the fabulous floral displays at Chateau Grand Bigard near Brussels. It was here that planters from Keukenhof itself planted thousands of bulbs in the grounds of a romantic chateau. We also include the best of Holland, Gouda Cheese Market and the Waterloo Battlefield Museum, all on one tour.

6 Nights from £1499

Van der Valk Hotel, De Bilt HHHH

Located a 20 minute driver from Utrecht, the Van der Valk De Bilt is central to lots of attractions in the Holland region. All bedrooms are spacious and well-equipped with comfortable beds, television, free Wi-Fi, telephone, hairdryer, safe and tea/coffee making facilities. The bathrooms have bathtub and a separate shower. Facilities include a bar, restaurant and terrace. The hotel has a lift.

Mercure Antwerp City South HHHH

Recently renovated with an interior design honouring the 100 year anniversary of the Olympics, the Mercure Hotel is a comfortable 4-Star hotel offering a good base from which to explore Belgium. Rooms are en-suite and feature television, hairdryer, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning. The hotel has a lift.

Monday 20-Sunday 26 April 2026

6 Nights | from £1499

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Two drivers (taking turns and acting as courier)

) Club class extra legroom coach

) Return Dover to Calais ferry crossing

) 6 nights half board

) Hot & cold buffet breakfasts

) Outlined excursions

) Admission to Keukenhof Gardens

) Historical steamboat and steam tram ride (inc. light refreshments)

) Entrance to Floralia

) Ghent Boat Trip

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £380 | Holiday insurance: £92

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Passports will be required for this tour.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 To Dover for the ferry to Calais then across Belgium and into Holland, arriving at our Dutch hotel in time for dinner and four nights.

Day 2 Following breakfast we travel to the famous Keukenhof Gardens. We’ll spend the morning here, giving plenty of time for strolling at leisure through the gardens, greenhouses and set pieces. In the afternoon, there is free time to explore or maybe take a ride on one of the ‘whisper boats’, which are almost silent as they sail through the beautiful bulb landscape.

Day 3 The ‘historic triangle’ of Enkhuizen, Medemblik and Hoorn is located just above Amsterdam. Here, we enjoy a steamboat ride around the Ijsselmeer coast to Medemblik (Light refreshments –Tea/coffee & Apple Pie included), before taking a fascinating ride by historical steam tram to Hoorn. We also visit the museum at Hoorn, to learn something of the history and development of the Dutch steam tram from 1879 to 1966.

Day 4 Today being Thursday, it’s Cheese Market day in Gouda. It’s a spectacle that takes place every Thursday morning between April and the end of August, with cheese traders dressed in traditional outfits gathering to weigh their cheeses at the original weigh house. Afterwards we enjoy time to relax and maybe enjoy a waffle for lunch.

Day 5 Leaving Holland we visit the ornate city of Ghent with an included boat trip along the canals to view the gabled buildings. We continue to our hotel near Antwerp for 2 nights.

Day 6 Today we visit the exquisite Floralia at Chateau Grand Bigard near Brussels. Bulbs planted by expert Dutch planters now provide a floral adventure within the grounds of a romantic chateau.

To end the day we have a little free time in central Antwerp. Be sure to see the Central Railway Station, one of the most beautiful station buildings in the world.

Day 7 Leaving our hotel we make our way back to Calais and our ferry to Dover and home.

LISIEUX, NORMANDY & CALVADOS

Our hotel is found in the centre of the historic city of Lisieux, a great central location from which to explore. This area is famous not only for its cider and calvados but also for its beautiful landscape and vibrant history. Tour highlights include Honfleur, Rouen, Lisieux itself, plus a day exploring the D-Day Beaches. We include a Calvados distillery visit and tasting plus a cheese dairy visit and tasting.

4 Nights from £899

Le Grand Hotel de l’Esperance, Lisieux HHH

This 3 star hotel is located in the very centre of Lisieux and is built in the traditional Normandy style. Close to all the main sights and amenities, the hotel offers comfortable rooms, a lounge area, a stylish restaurant and bar. The hotel has a lift.

Thursday 4-Monday 8 June 2026

4 Nights | from £899

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) Return Dover to Calais ferry crossing

) 4 nights half board

) Outlined excursions

) Guided Tour of the British D-Day Landing Beaches

) Cider, Calvados and cheese tastings with a local producer Not included: All lunches

Single room: £155 | Holiday insurance: £92

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Passports will be required for this tour.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel to Dover for the channel crossing to Calais and then south to Normandy for a 4-night stay in Lisieux.

Day 2 Our full-day excursion takes us to the regional capital of Normandy, Rouen. Take time to explore the cobbled streets in the old town and the historic marketplace where Joan of Arc met her fate. A visit to the imposing Cathédrale Notre-Dame is highly recommended, which was often painted by Claude Monet. Day 3 We travel to Normandy’s Flower Coast, starting with a visit to the upmarket coastal town of Deauville. We then continue to historic Honfleur and discover its picturesque harbour and cobbles streets. End the day with a visit to a Calvados producer for a tour of the distillery and a tasting of their ciders and calvados as well as locally produced cheeses

Day 4 We pay our respects to those who fought to liberate Europe from the Nazis with a guided tour of the British Sector of the Normandy D-Day Beaches We’ll discover the artificial harbour in Arromanches. Then continue east along the beaches to see the Pegasus Bridge. Our final stop is the Ranville Commonwealth Cemetery before returning to the hotel in time for dinner.

Day 5 We make our way back to the port for our return sailing to Calais and onward journey home to Henley-inArden.

VERSAILLES, CANDLELIT

CHATEAUX & Monet’s Garden

This tour allows a visit to two of the most stunning Chateaux in France, as well as the delightful Monets Garden at Giverny.

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday Travel to Dover for the afternoon sailing to Dunkirk, then continue to Paris for a 4-night stay at Novotel Saclay.

Friday Visit the world-famous Château de Versailles, built by Louis XIV. Enjoy a guided tour of its opulent interiors, including the Hall of Mirrors, and stroll through the stunning formal gardens at leisure.

Saturday Enjoy a relaxed morning and lunch at the hotel before visiting Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte,

a beautifully restored 17th-century masterpiece. This evening, experience the château and gardens illuminated by over 2,000 candles – a truly romantic and memorable sight.

Sunday We visit Monet’s Garden at Giverny. The vibrant flower and water gardens inspired many of his iconic works. Explore the artist’s restored home and gardens, designed to reflect his original vision.

Monday After breakfast, we return to Dunkirk for the ferry to Dover, arriving home in the evening.

Novotel Saclay, Saclay, South West Paris HHHH

This modern hotel has been built around a renovated farmhouse and courtyard and is in the countryside south of Paris. 139 bedrooms, restaurant, lounge/bar. Outdoor pool & large terrace area. Mobility Grade

4 – Stepped entrance with ramp access. Good access through. Ground floor rooms available. Lift available.

Thursday 9-Monday 13 July 2026

4 Nights | from £949

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Welcome drink upon arrival

) 4 nights half board (set meal on first night then three nights with buffet menu choice – Note lunch replaces dinner on day 3)

THE ‘FLOATING GARDENS’ OF AMIENS

Arras is a city that surprises. Largely destroyed during the Great War, it was painstakingly rebuilt and now offers some of the grandest squares and architecture in northern Europe. From bustling markets to vibrant restaurants and nearby remembrance sites, there is much to see and do.

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday We take the Channel crossing to Calais and continue to Arras, arriving in time for dinner and our 4-night stay.

Friday Continuing through France we journey south to the heart of the French Alps for five nights in the mountain village of La Clusaz

Saturday Today we enjoy a day at leisure in our resort. We can relax in the town or, you might decide to take one of the numerous gondolas or chairlifts to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the mountains.

Sunday This morning we embark on an

) Return Dover/Calais ferry crossings

) Outlined excursions

) Guided tour of Versailles

) Candlelit visit to Chateau de Vauxle-Vicomte

) Entrance to Monet’s Gardens, Giverny

Not included: 4 lunches & 1 evening meal

Single room: £170 | Holiday insurance: £92

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Passports will be required for this tour.

excursion to Annecy. Often described as the ‘Venice of the Alps’, this beautiful lakeside town is blessed with charming canals and narrow streets waiting to be explored. Our 90-minute guided walking tour gives us an insight into the history of this popular summer resort. Afterwards, we have some free time for lunch in one of the many waterside restaurants, before we enjoy a 1-hour circular cruise on the lake itself in the afternoon.

Monday To Calais pausing at the Vimy Ridge Memorial then its homeward bound.

Mercure Arras Centre Gare HHHH

The Mercure Arras Centre Gare is positioned opposite the Arras Train Station and walking distance from the historic centre. Offering 80 bedrooms and all have been refurbished.

A buffet breakfast is served daily at the hotel and a bar and restaurant are also available.

Thursday 14-Monday 18 May 2026

4 Nights | from £795

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) Return ferry crossing

) 1 night half board & 3 nights bed & breakfast accommodation

) Guided walking tour of Arras

) Guided walking tour of Amiens

) Boat cruise around the ‘Floating Gardens of Amiens

Not included: 3 evening dinners & all lunches

Single room: £205 | Holiday insurance: £71.50

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Passports will be required for this tour.

PINING FOR ANNECY & THE FRENCH ALPS

With a beautiful position in the French Alps in the high alpine resort of La Clusaz, this itinerary covers the beautiful resorts of Chamonix, Annecy and the chic lakeside spa town of Evian.

7 Nights from £1499

Hotel Alpen Roc, La Clusaz, French Alps HHH

Nestled in the mountains between Chamonix and Annecy, you will find Hotel Alpen Roc, located in the centre of La Clusaz, with the main shopping street and cable car within easy walking distance. The hotel is decorated in a wooden chalet style throughout. On the ground floor you will find a large restaurant serving a fabulous buffet. The first floor is home to an open plan bar with an open fire in middle of room. The 108 traditionally furnished bedrooms are equipped with a TV, hairdryer and safe. There is also a sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and indoor swimming pool • Ground floor rooms • Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Leisure facilities.

Thursday 28 May-Thursday 4 June 2026

7 Nights | from £1499

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Return Dover/Calais sailings

) First night dinner, bed & breakfast at the Ibis Hotel, Laon

) 5 nights half board at the Hotel

Alpen Roc, La Clusaz – Buffet style dinners with choice

) Unlimited drinks – Selected beers, wines, spirits, soft drinks & tea/coffee daily from 10.00am11.00pm

) 90-minute guided walking tour of Annecy

) 1-hr circular cruise of Lake Annecy

) Return journey on the Montenvers Glacier Train, including glacier visit

) 1-hr circular cruise on Lake Geneva from Yvoire

) Final night, dinner bed & breakfast at the Mercure Reims Parc des Expositions Hotel

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £294 | Holiday insurance: £92

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Passports will be required for this tour.

Holiday Itinerary

Thursday We drive to Dover for the short Channel crossing to Calais. Upon arrival, we proceed to Laon for our overnight stay at the Ibis Hotel. (Dinner tonight will be a set 3-course menu and includes tea/coffee).

Friday Continuing through the Champagne Region of France we journey south to the heart of the French Alps for five nights in the mountain village of La Clusaz Saturday Today we enjoy a day at leisure in our resort. Monday is market day, so we can browse the delightful alpine market in the morning. In the afternoon we can relax in the town or, you might decide to take one of the numerous gondolas or chairlifts to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the mountains.

Sunday This morning we embark on an excursion to Annecy. Often described as the ‘Venice of the Alps’, this beautiful lakeside town is blessed with charming canals and narrow streets waiting to be explored. On Tuesday these canals and streets are lined with a bustling market. Our 90-minute guided walking tour gives us an insight into the history of this popular summer resort. Afterwards, we have some free time for lunch in one of the many waterside restaurants, before we enjoy a 1-hour circular cruise on the lake itself in the afternoon.

Monday Today we journey to the chic mountain resort of Chamonix. We spend the day here enjoying the relaxing town centre and taking in the numerous sights, including the impressive Aiguille du Midi. After free time for lunch in the town, we board the Train du Montenvers for our return journey up to view the impressive glacier known as the Mer de Glace. Departing from Chamonix, this famous rack and pinion railway brings us to the Montenvers site at 1,913 metres for an imposing panorama of the Mer de Glace glacier. At the summit, we can descend via cable car and walk within the glacier itself. (Please note: this requires a significant number of steps and is not suitable for those with walking difficulties). In addition, we can visit the museum at the summit known as the Glacorium, which charts the evolution of the glacier over the centuries.

Tuesday Today we drive through the majestic Alps to the lakeside spa town of Evian – famous for its mineral water – where we spend some time at leisure. We then travel to the lakeside village of Yvoire on the shores of magnificent Lake Geneva. This charming medieval village has hardly changed over the centuries, with beautifully decorated houses and gardens, and lots of shops and cafés to explore. We take a circular cruise on Lake Geneva from Yvoire’s pretty port

Wednesday After breakfast, we return north to Laon for our final night at the Ibis Laon hotel

Thursday Departing Laon, we return to Calais for our sailing to Dover, returning to Henley during the evening.

HIDDEN TREASURES OF THE DORDOGNE & FONTAINEBLEAU

The Dordogne comes close to offering everything that travellers head to France for, including beautiful châteaux, traditional French gastronomy and landscapes of vineyards, forests and rivers. Picturesque, fortified villages, charming towns, such as Sarlat-la-Canéda, our base for this tour, have long been popular with British travellers. We combine this with a stop at Fontainebleau on our way home.

8 Nights from £1799

Hotel La Hoirie, Sarlat HHH

This 3 star hotel is located within its own grounds, just outside the centre of Sarlat-la-Canéda. The hotel consists of 2 buildings. The main building is an authentic 13th century farming lodge, which houses the rustic-chic bar and restaurant, complete with a light and airy conservatory where breakfast and dinner are taken. The second building, which opened in 2018, is built in traditional stone with 26 state of the art bedrooms and the main hotel reception. There is a charming central courtyard – a lovely area in which to relax – leading to an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by lawns and shady trees – the perfect place to relax with a drink.

Saturday 4-Sunday 12 July 2026

8 Nights | from £1799

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our Own Courier

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) Return Dover to Calais ferry crossing

) 8 nights half board

) Outlined excursions

) Boat trip on the Dordogne

) Steam train ride on the Tourist Railway Haut-Quercy

) Entrance to Chateau de Fontainebleau

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £340 | Holiday insurance: £92

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Passports will be required for this tour.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 We travel to Dover for the channel crossing to Calais and then south to the Novotel Orleans for one night.

Day 2 Continuing southwards we enter the Dordogne region and arrive at our hotel, the Hotel La Hoirie, for five nights.

Day 3 We spend today at leisure in the charming medieval town of Sarlat-laCanéda. One of the most alluring and attractive towns in south-western France, Sarlat-la-Canéda has developed around the large Benedictine Abbey since the 14th century.

Day 4 After a leisurely breakfast, we drive the short distance to Beynac-et-Cazenac for a 1 hour circular cruise on the Dordogne River on a ‘gabarre’, an authentic reproduction of an 18th century boat. We then have some free time to explore Beynac-et-Cazenac. In the afternoon our coach drives us along the banks of the Dordogne River towards Souillac and on to Martel, the starting point of our steam train ride with the Tourist Railway of Haut-Quercy. We enjoy a 1 hour round-trip that ascends more than 80 metres and provides wonderful panoramic views of the Dordogne Valley below.

Day 5 This morning we head to the Lascaux IV Caves for a self-guided tour. Hidden for more than 17,000 years, the caves were discovered in 1940 and house some of the most complete examples of prehistoric cave paintings in the world. We continue our journey to the Jardins du Manoir d’Eyrignac for a 1-hour guided tour. The gardens offer an amazing feast for the senses, with something to delight everyone, and we have plenty of time after our tour to wander at leisure.

The seven gardens include the beautiful White Garden, formal topiary sculptures and a wildflower meadow.

Day 6 We make a half-day visit to the UNESCO-listed village of Rocamadour an important site of pilgrimage with a mix of rustic medieval stone houses and impressive religious buildings.

Day 7 We return north, staying at the Novotel Fontainebleau for two nights.

Day 8 Enjoy entrance to the stunning Chateau de Fontainebleau today.

Day 9 Return to the UK and home to Henley-in-Arden.

BATTLEFIELDS OF FLANDERS & THE SOMME

The battles which took place in Flanders and The Somme between 1914 and 1918 were on an unprecedented scale. By basing our tour in the charming French city of Arras, yet close to the Belgian border, we are a short hop from both Ypres and the Somme battlefields, perhaps the war’s most infamously poignant and memorable sites.

4 Nights from £999

Mercure Arras Centre Gare

The Mercure Arras Centre Gare is positioned opposite the Arras Train Station and walking distance from the historic centre. Offering 80 bedrooms and all have been refurbished.

A buffet breakfast is served daily at the hotel and a bar and restaurant are also available.

Friday 2-Tuesday 6 October 2026

4 Nights | from £999

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) Return Dover to Calais ferry crossing

) 4-nights half board (including one dinner in Ypres which will be a fixed menu)

) Hot & Cold Buffet breakfasts

) Outlined excursions

) Admission to the Museum of the Great War & Passchendaele Museum

) Ride on the P’tit Train de la Haute Somme (subject to timetables)

) Expert local guide for 3 days

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £206 | Holiday insurance: £92

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Passports will be required for this tour.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 To Dover for the ferry to Calais then we make the short journey to Arras and the Mercure Arras Centre Gare in time for dinner.

Day 2 Our first day of touring with our local guide travels across to Flanders and the battlefields of the Ypres Salient and Passchendaele. We visit the Passchendaele Memorial Museum itself and the vast Tyne Cot Cemetery, the largest Allied cemetery in Belgium. We then head for Ypres, ravaged by the Great War, yet beautifully restored. After free time around the ornate Cloth Hall, we enjoy dinner in one of the local restaurants before taking in the extremely poignant Last Post Ceremony at the town’s Menin Gate, performing every evening by the local fire brigade to honour those who fought for their freedom.

Day 3 Our excursion today begins in the town of Péronne, where we visit the Museum of the Great War in the town’s old fortress. This fascinating museum depicts the life of soldiers in front line trenches, as well as the impact the war had on civilians living behind the lines. We then head to nearby Froissy, where the first Sunday in October is usually the end-of-season Steam Festival of the P’tit Train de la Haute Somme, the last remaining piece of railway network built by the French and British forces to transport to and from the front line.*

Day 4 With our local expert guide we embark on a day exploring the battlefields of the Somme. We travel to Beaumont Hamel to the poignant Newfoundland Memorial, remembering the actions of the 1st Newfoundland Regiment on 1st July 1916, the first day of the battle. We also visit Thiepval and the Memorial to the Missing, commemorating 72,000 missing soldiers. We will also take in the 300ft wide Lochnagar Crater, formed by an explosion on the first day of the tragic battle.

Day 5 Leaving our hotel we make our way back to Calais and our ferry to Dover and home.

*We hope to include the train, which opens for the Steam Gala on the first Sunday of October usually. However, should their timetables change we reserve the right to substitute an alternative visit.

RAIL & SAIL IN THE ROMANTIC RHINE VALLEY

Our base for exploring the Rhine region is the Maritim Hotel in the riverside town of Königswinter, set beneath the Siebengebirge hills. During our stay we visit Beethoven’s birthplace, beautiful Boppard, sample two very different scenic railways and cruise along the Loreley Valley, the famous Rhine Gorge, where steep vineyards are overlooked by castles at every turn. Wunderbar!

5 Nights from £1049

Maritim Hotel Königswinter HHHH

A hotel with great views of the River Rhine, it boasts bar, restaurant and Rhine Terrace. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, sauna and fitness centre. All rooms have wifi, smart TV, air-conditioning and hairdryer. The Maritim buffet breakfast is legendary in its choice and we have agreed a half-board arrangement that includes a soft drink, a beer or a glass of house wine with dinner every evening.

Thursday 25-Tuesday 30 June 2026

5 Nights | from £1049

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Fully reclining seats

) Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks

) Free Wi-Fi and USB charging points

) Return Dover to Calais ferry crossing

) 5 nights half board

) Hot & cold buffet breakfasts

) Outlined excursions

) Admission to Beethoven Haus

) Drachenfels Railway

) Loreley boat trip

) Vulkan Express rail journey

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £100 | Holiday insurance: £92

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Passports will be required for this tour.

Holiday Itinerary

Day 1 To Dover for the ferry to Calais then across Belgium and into Germany, arriving at the Maritim Hotel in time for dinner and five nights.

Day 2 Following breakfast we make the short journey to Bonn, where we have a self-guided tour of Beethoven Haus, the birthplace of the composer. Back in Königswinter for the afternoon, we take the Drachenfelsbahn Germany’s oldest rack railway. From bottom station to top is a height difference of 220 metres and at the summit you’ll find the ruined Drachenfels castle, a visitor centre and great views over the Rhine.

Day 3 We’ll give the driver the day off today, allowing you to relax in the hotel, enjoy a Rhine promenade or maybe take the train to Cologne.

Day 4 We hug the left bank of the Rhine today, visiting Boppard, a lovely riverside town backed by vineyards. A boat trip takes us along the prettiest and most famous stretch of the river, past protective castles at every turn, on our way to the legendary Loreley Rock

Day 5 Free time this morning in Koblenz, which stands proudly at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Afterwards we join the Brohltalbahn railway (hopefully steam-hauled). Otherwise known as the Vulkan Express, the railway meanders up from Brohl into the Eiffel hills through dramatic rock formations created during a period of volcanic activity.

Day 6 Leaving our hotel we make our way back to Calais and our ferry to Dover and home.

TRANSALPINE TREASURES & THE GLACIER EXPRESS &

Lake Constance & Lake Geneva

Switzerland’s Glacier Express follows a panoramic alpine route. This two-centre tour includes three nights at the ever-popular Weisses Kreuz Hotel in historic Feldkirch, Austria, a trip on the Glacier Express and two nights in the authentic mountain village of Les Diablerets located majestically at the foot of an imposing mountain range in the Vaud Alps.

7 Nights from £1699

Holiday Itinerary

Monday We drive to Dover for the short Channel crossing to Calais. Upon arrival, we proceed to Saarbrücken for our overnight stay at the Mercure Saarbrücken Süd

Tuesday We continue south to Villingen-Schwenningen, a beautiful town located on the edge of the Black Forest region. We continue along the northern shores of Lake Constance to our hotel in Feldkirch – a picturesque medieval town in the Western Austrian State of Vorarlberg, bordering on Switzerland and Liechtenstein for our 3-night stay.

Wednesday A day at leisure in Feldkirch. Included today is return local bus transport between the hotel and centre and entrance to Feldkirch Castle

Thursday A full day’s excursion to discover the Bregenzerwald region with visits to the Schwarzberg and the Bödele Pass. Today we include a cheese farm visit and schnaps distillery visit with tastings

Hotel Weisses Kreuz, Feldkirch, Austria HHHH

Family owned since 1852, the 4-Star Weisses Kreuz hotel is located on the edge of historic Feldkirch. It has a cosy bar, restaurant, fitness room and garden/terrace. The Hotel offers excellent hospitality and regular entertainment. Lift to all floors.

The Glacier Hotel, Les Diablerets HHHH

This 4-Star superior hotel is located in an excellent position on the valley floor in the centre of the little village of Les Diablerets and against the backdrop of the surrounding peaks which share the same name (the little devils). It offers great levels of comfort and good facilities to include a large lounge/bar area, indoor swimming pool and sauna. Rooms are well appointed and all with private facilities, television and hairdryer. A lift serves floors 1-4.

(Most rooms are “Austrian twins” i.e., 1 bed frame but with 2 separate mattresses and 2 separate sets of bedding).

Friday We depart our hotel in Feldkirch and travel to Chur to join the mid-morning Glacier Express train. Travel over the exciting Oberalp and Furka high mountain passes before arriving in Brig. Here, we rejoin our coach and travel to Les Diablerets for our 2-night stay.

Saturday Today we visit Lake Geneva. We include a boat trip on the lake itself, plus entry to the charming, romantic lakeside Château Chillon. We return via beautiful Montreux with its long lakeside promenade and stylish shops and cafés.

Sunday Departing Les Diablerets we head north to Strasbourg, a charming city situated in the Alsace region. Be sure to view the impressive Gothic cathedral and the numerous bridges crossing the Ill River, which formed part of the 17th century fortifications for the city. Wander the little streets of ‘Petit France’ – the former tanners quarter lined with charming inns and flower-bedecked timbered houses, before re-joining our coach for our drive to Metz for our final night at Novotel Metz Amneville

Monday Departing Metz, we return to Calais for our sailing to Dover, returning to Henley during the evening.

Monday 13-Monday 20 July 2026

7 Nights | from £1699

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Return Dover/Calais sailings

) First & last night dinner, bed & breakfast at the named overnight hotels

) 3 nights half board at the Weisses Kreuz in Feldkirch with buffet breakfast, welcome drink and dinners

) Local bus in Feldkirch & entry to Feldkirch Castle

) Cheese farm visit and tasting

) Schnaps distillery visit and tasting

) Glacier Express train Chur to Brig

) 2 nights dinner bed and breakfast at The Glacier Hotel in Les Diablerets

) Lake Geneva boat trip & entry to Château Chillon

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £245 | Holiday insurance: £92

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Passports will be required for this tour.

AUSTRIA – GREAT LITTLE TRAINS OF THE AUSTRIAN ALPS

Experience the majesty of the Austrian Tyrol on a tour that rolls out some of this Alpine region’s most enchanting scenery and attractions. Staying in the quaint resort of Mayrhofen in the mountain-framed Ziller Valley, this relaxed yet unforgettable tour features a steam train ride on the Zillertal Railway, visits to historic Innsbruck and an open-air Tyrolean Museum, plus a ride on Europe’s oldest cog railway and a gentle cruise on the Tyrol’s largest lake!

7 Nights from £1499

The Sport & Spa Hotel Strass, Mayrhofen, Austria HHH

With a beautiful backdrop of the Zillertal Alps, the stylish Sport & Spa Hotel Strass boasts a stunning location in the heart of Mayrhofen.

Spacious and beautifully appointed guest rooms are equipped with walkin shower, hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, safe and balcony. Enjoy an aperitif in the hotel lounge before savouring dinner created with the highest quality locally sourced produce. The hotel’s extensive leisure facilities include a pool and sauna.

Wednesday 1-Wednesday 8 July 2026

7 Nights | from £1499

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Return Dover/Calais sailings

) First & last night dinner, bed & breakfast at the Mercure Hotel, Saarbrücken Süd

) 5 nights half board at the Sport & Spa Hotel Strass, buffet breakfast

) 4-course choice dinners

) Innsbruck

) Tyrolean Farm Museum Entrance

) Ride on the Zillertal Railway

) Ride on the Achensee Cog Railway

) Cruise on Lake Achensee Not included: All lunches

Single room: £128 | Holiday insurance: £92

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Passports will be required for this tour.

Holiday Itinerary

Wednesday We drive to Dover for the short Channel crossing to Calais. Upon arrival, we continue to the Mercure Saarbrücken Süd for dinner and our overnight stay.

Thursday Continue into Austria arriving in Mayrhofen for our 5-night stay.

Friday We start today with a scenic journey from Mayrhofen to the Tyrolean Farm Museum, where 37 reconstructed historic wooden buildings recreate Tyrolean life in pre-industrial times. After time in delightful Rattenberg, famous for its glassware, for lunch and shopping, we ride a train along the nostalgic, narrow-gauge Zillertal Railway this afternoon: travelling through glorious scenery from Fügen to Mayrhofen before returning to our hotel.

Saturday Full day to Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol where we have free time to see the main sights including the historic old town with its legendary Golden Roof, the Hofburg, former imperial residence of the ruling Habsburgs.

Sunday This morning we embark on the Achenseebahn, Europe’s oldest cog railway, which is still steam operated. Puffing through the steeper sections, it rises to a 16% gradient from Jenbach to Seespitz. From here we re-join our coach for the short journey to the resort town of Pertisau. We enjoy time at leisure before relaxing on a one-way cruise from Pertisau to the northern shores of lovely Lake Achensee Monday A free day to relax in gorgeous Mayrhofen.

Tuesday Depart Austria, travel into Germany for dinner and our overnight stay at the Mercure Saarbrücken Süd Wednesday Departing Saarbrücken, we return to Calais for our sailing to Dover, returning to Henley during the evening.

THE ITALIAN LAKES

Four Italian Lakes – Maggiore, Como, Lugano & Orta

Peaceful and serene, Lake Maggiore straddles both Italy and Switzerland, and basks elegantly against the snowy backdrop of the Swiss Alps. Ideally positioned in the beautiful lakeside resort of Stresa, our excellent choice of hotel makes a great base for touring this stunning region. Experience a blend of the highlights on offer, including a visit to elegant Lake Como, the secret gem that is Lake Orta, and the Swiss side of Lake Lugano.

9 Nights from £1799

Holiday Itinerary

Friday We drive to Dover for the short Channel crossing to Calais. Upon arrival, we continue to the Best Western Premier Hotel de la Paix, Reims for dinner and our overnight stay.

Saturday Our journey south continues through Belgium and France into Switzerland to the Moevenpick Hotel, Lausanne, where we arrive in time for dinner.

Milan Speranza au Lac Hotel, Stresa, Lake Maggiore HHHH

Located on the edge of Stresa’s historic centre with its shops and bars and just a stone’s throw from the lakefront and boat stop, the 4 star

Milan Speranza au Lac is a charming, traditional hotel with a wonderful ambience. The 163 bedrooms vary in size due to the historic nature of the building and all are equipped with a TV and hairdryer. The elegant restaurant serves very good cuisine with friendly and professional service and there is a lovely bar on the first floor where customers can enjoy an evening drink. Lift, bar & restaurant.

Friday 9-Sunday 18 October 2026

9 Nights | from £1799

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury Traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Return Dover/Calais sailings

) 9 nights half board

) Overnight hotels as described

) 5 nights at the Milan Speranza au Lac, Stresa on Lake Maggiore

) Outlined Excursions

) Boat rides to Isola Bella & Isola dei Pescatori

) Lake Lugano with return journey on the San Salvatore funicular

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £370 | Holiday insurance: £92

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Passports will be required for this tour.

Sunday Continuing through Switzerland, we arrive at the Hotel Milan Speranza au Lac in Stresa, overlooking the shimmering waters of Lake Maggiore in the afternoon – Our base for the next 5-nights.

Monday We enjoy a leisurely day visiting the stunning Borromean Islands, located just offshore from the centre of Stresa. It is a short stroll from our hotel to the boat landing station where we take the boat out to Isola Bella, which houses a beautiful stately home and elegant Italianate gardens, before we continue by boat to Isola dei Pescatori (Fishermen’s Island), the only island which is currently inhabited. Tuesday Lovely Lake Como is Italy’s third largest lake and mixes natural beauty with a spot of glamour, being popular with aristocrats and celebrities alike. We drive along its shores which are dotted with exquisite villas, pretty towns and resorts as we make our way to Menaggio, on the western shores of the lake. Here we have time to stroll around the town’s picturesque streets and atmospheric Piazza Garibaldi which leads down to the bustling harbour and elegant lakeside promenade. There are medieval churches, the remains of the fortifying Roman walls, delightful shops and welcoming cafés to discover.

Wednesday Today we enjoy a wonderful full day excursion with a scenic journey to Lugano, a bustling town on the Swiss shores of Lake Lugano. With free time in Lugano itself, we also include a return journey on the spectacular San Salvatore Funicular Railway. From the mountain station the views of both the Swiss and Italian parts of the lake are simply stunning!

Thursday Today we explore Lake Orta and one of northern Italy’s best kept secrets, its capital, Orta San Giulio, which has a delightful medieval centre full of cobbled streets, galleries, local crafts and cafés. For anyone wishing to do so, a boat trip could be taken over to Isola San Giulio to visit the picturesque monastery.

Friday Departing Italy we journey north through Switzerland into France and our penultimate night at the Ibis Hotel Comar

Centre

Saturday Our leisurely drive home continues as we drive to the Mercure Arras Centre Gare for dinner and our final night of this delightful tour.

Sunday Departing Arras, we return to Calais for our sailing to Dover, returning to Henley during the evening.

‘NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL’ –FJORDS, FELLS & THE FLÅM RAILWAY

Based in Vrådal, explore the Telemark Canal, the Hardangervidda Plateau, and the WWII heavy water site at Vemork. Enjoy a stay in Stalheim’s stunning mountains, the fjord beauty of Sognefjord and Aurlandsfjord, and the scenic Flåm Railway climb to Myrdal. Long summer days showcase Norway at its finest.

Nights from £2399

Holiday Itinerary

Friday/Saturday A morning departure to Dover and our channel crossing to Calais. From here we drive to Holland and our overnight at the Postillion Hotel, Deventer The following day we travel across Germany and into Denmark for an overnight stay at the Scandic Kolding Hotel.

Sunday An early departure from our hotel due to ferry timetables sees us travel to Hirtshals on Denmark’s south coast. Here we board a fast-craft for the exciting journey across the Skagerrak Sea to Norway. Leave the port and immediately encounter fantastic Norwegian scenery during the onward journey to The Straand Hotel Vrådal, on the shore of Lake Nisser for our 3-night stay.

Monday A day at leisure in Vrådal. The hotel has great facilities including a large panoramic terrace, lounge, indoor swimming pool and a wonderful garden that sweeps down from the hotel to the lake shore and beach.

Tuesday A full day excursion featuring the magnificent Hardangervidda Plateau, home to Europe’s largest stock of reindeer. We include a visit to the fascinating World War II sabotage site at Vemork, now a museum, to learn about the partisan mission to destroy the Nazi’s efforts to create ‘the bomb’. Round off the day by crossing the Telemark canal before arriving back to the hotel.

Wednesday Our transfer between hotels couldn’t be much more scenic, skirting

The Straand Hotel, Vrådal HHH

The Straand Hotel is located in Vrådal village on the north shore of Lake Nisser in Norway’s Telemark region. The hotel has been owned and managed by the Straand family for 5 generations. It combines historic rustic charm with great facilities to include a lakeside garden. Facilities within this 3-Star superior hotel include 125 bedrooms, Lift, Indoor swimming pool, Terrace and lakeside garden

Stalheim Hotel, Stalheim HHHH

This historic hotel was founded in 1885. It was occupied during the second world war and, after being rebuilt in 1960, now offers excellent accommodation in a setting that fully warrants its incredible reputation.

then crossing gorgeous Handangerfjord, past Voss and Gudvangen, then climbing to the Stalheim Hotel for a 3-night stay.

Thursday See fjords, waterfalls and high mountain passes. Today’s full day excursion features 2 ferry journeys across the Sognefjord, the Vik Mountains and visits to the Norwegian Glacier Museum and Borgund, arguably Norway’s stave church par excellence.

Friday The ‘Norway in a Nutshell’ excursion is world famous. We include the dramatic fjord cruise through the Næroyfjord and Aurlandsfjord between Gudvangen and Flåm and a return trip on the Flåm Railway, with views of some of Norway’s wildest scenery. In the late afternoon return to Stalheim for an included visit to the Stalheim Folk Museum

Saturday/Sunday We meander back across the fjordland to the Thon Hotel at Horten for dinner and an overnight stay. On Sunday the Color Line ferry whisks us back to Denmark, from where we spend the night near Hamburg.

Monday/Tuesday Travel through Germany, into Holland and on to the North Sea coast for a relaxing overnight crossing from Hook of Holland to Harwich, returning home to Henley on Tuesday.

Friday 12-Tuesday 23 June 2026 11 Nights | from £2399

Look What’s Included

) Door to door service

) Our own courier service

) Luxury traveller coach with ‘first class’ seating & legroom

) Dover/Calais sailing (outbound)

) Overnight dinner, bed & breakfast at convenient hotels en-route to and from Norway

) Ferry crossing from Hirtshals to Larvik

) 3 nights dinner, bed & breakfast at the Straand Hotel, Vrådal

) 3 nights dinner, bed & breakfast at the Stalheim Hotel

) Crossing from Larvik to Hirtshals

) Overnight crossing from Hook of Holland to Harwich in inside cabins with lower berths

) Excursions – A visit to the museum at Vemork

) Visit to the Norway Glacier Museum

) Borgund Stave Church visit

) Norway in a Nutshell, including fjord cruise and Flåm Railway

Not included: All lunches

Single room: £282 | Holiday insurance: £110

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Passports will be required for this tour.

AMA Waterways Fly Cruise – Melodies of the Danube

Journey along the Danube, discovering Europe’s grand capitals, enchanting valleys, and timeless culture. From Budapest to Vilshofen, this fly-cruise brings you luxury, local flavour, and unforgettable vistas. Vienna’s imperial salons, Bratislava’s cobbled streets, the Wachau Valley vineyards, and Baroque splendour await, plus first-class onboard dining, spacious outside staterooms, and AMA’s signature comfort.

7 Nights from £2999

AmaLEA HHHHH

• En-suite staterooms • Twin balconies (many) • Lift • Fitness room

• Sun deck pool with swim-up bar • Panoramic lounge.

Expect comfort in every corner: spacious rooms with Entertainmenton-Demand, great food, wellness & active options, and a sense of style and elegance throughout.

Saturday 25 July-Saturday 1 August 2026

Flights from Heathrow + Transfers

7 Nights | from £2999

Look What’s Included

) Flights from Heathrow & airport transfers

) Transfers to/from ship & all AMA excursions

) 7 nights luxury outside stateroom (many with twin balconies)

) All meals onboard, regionally inspired & speciality restaurants

) Unlimited wine, beer & soft drinks with lunch & dinner; sparkling wine & fresh juice at breakfast

Sole occupancy: From £375

) Captain’s Welcome Cocktail & Dinner + daily “Sip & Sail” Cocktail Hour

) Entertainment on demand system; in-stateroom mini-fridge, desk & sitting area; daily bottled water

) Wellness program & fitness room; sun deck pool with swim-up bar; panoramic main lounge

) Port taxes, gratuities & drinks included

Not included: All lunches ashore

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour). Passports required.

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday Door to Door service in your home area. Transfer to Heathrow. Fly to Budapest. Transfer to the ship and embark. Dinner and welcome onboard.

Sunday Explore Budapest: enjoy a guided tour of Buda’s Castle District, Fisherman’s Bastion & Matthias Church, then across to Pest to see the Parliament, Heroes’ Square, and more. (Choice of walking or active options).

Monday Cruise to Bratislava. Walking tour of the Old Town or choose an active hike or a “Tastes of Slovakia” option.

Tuesday Vienna beckons today with imperial palaces, beautiful architecture, and elegant streets. Free time or bike tours available.

Wednesday Visit the Wachau Valley, Dürnstein, Melk Abbey, scenic riverbanks. Optional vineyard or hiking excursions along the Strudengau.

Thursday Arrive in Linz. Choice of full-day in Salzburg or Český Krumlov excursions, or shorter city tour / bike option.

Friday Reach Passau, the “City of Three Rivers.” Guided walking, plus optional castle or river bike tour, followed by an exclusive onboard celebration.

Saturday After breakfast, disembark at Vilshofen. Transfer to airport. Fly to Heathrow. Door to Door service home.

AMA Waterways Fly Cruise –Swiss Alps & Rhine Castles

Cruise the iconic Rhine framed by fairy-tale castles, pristine Swiss & German Alps vistas, art-rich Alsace towns, and charming canal cities. From Basel to Amsterdam, this AMA Waterways cruise blends natural beauty, local wines, ancient architecture, and serene river cruising – plus excellent cuisine, comfort and onboard luxury.

7 Nights from £2999

AmaSERENA HHHHH

• En-suite staterooms • Twin balconies (many) • Lift • Fitness room

• Sun deck pool • Panoramic main lounge.

Indulge in AMA’s signature luxury, with regional cuisine, wellness programmes, exceptional service, and the romance of riverside scenery and historic towns as your backdrop.

Wednesday 4-Wednesday 11 August 2026

Flights from Heathrow + Transfers 7 Nights | from £2999

Look What’s Included

) Flights from Heathrow & transfers

) Transfers ship-shore & all included shore excursions

) 7 nights luxury outside stateroom (many with twin balconies)

) All meals onboard, inclusive drinks at meals & cocktail hour

) Wine, beer & soft drinks with lunch & dinner; sparkling wine & juices with breakfast

Sole occupancy: From £350

) Wellness, fitness room, sun deck pool with swim-up bar, panoramic lounge

) Entertainment-on-demand, mini-fridge & bottled water daily

) Guided tours in each port; bike & hike options daily

) Port taxes & gratuities included

Not included: All lunches ashore

All prices are per person & are for the entire tour. Passports required.

Holiday Itinerary

Wednesday Leave home with Door-to-Door service. Transfer to Heathrow. Fly to Basel. Embark the ship and enjoy the Welcome Dinner.

Thursday Basel: “City of Art” tour exploring its medieval heart, market squares & grand architecture. Optionally, take a bike tour through neighbouring countries or a full-day trip to Lucerne. Afternoon wine tasting or castle visit for quieter option.

Friday Strasbourg, Alsace. Walk “La Petite France,” enjoy gothic cathedral sights, or bike through vineyards. Evening cruise along the Rhine continues.

Saturday Rüdesheim & Rhine Gorge. Cruise through this dramatic UNESCO gorge, then enjoy wine tasting, gondola ride, vineyard hikes, or the mechanical instrument cabinet.

Sunday Germany’s romantic Heidelberg or Ludwigshafen region. Choose from castle tours, philosopher’s path hikes, or exploring historic townies & local wines.

Monday More scenic cruising & port calls along the Rhine. Visit Cologne for its cathedral & Old Town. Optional tasting or cycling.

Tuesday Amsterdam arrival: enjoy a canal cruise, explore the city’s historic centre & museums, and soak in the final onboard evening.

Wednesday Disembark after breakfast. Transfer to airport. Fly back to Heathrow. Door to Door service home.

Look What’s Included on All Cruises

/ Door to Door Service from your home

/ Return coach transfers to Port of embarkation

/ All On-board Gratuities Included

/ Comfortable cabins and suites with TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and individually controlled air-conditioning

/ Tempting cuisine every day throughout your cruise – with 5-course à la carte dinners, casual breakfast and lunch buffets and late-night snacks

/ Self-service tea and coffee at selected venues, morning coffee with biscuits, and afternoon sandwiches and cakes.

/ In-room sandwiches and snacks

/ All evening entertainment, including cabaret shows, live music and dancing

/ Captain’s Drinks Party and Gala Buffet

/ Use of leisure facilities, including swimming pools, Jacuzzis and gym

/ A wide choice of on-board activities and lectures throughout the day

/ All UK port taxes (where collectable in advance)

Not included: Drinks & shore excursions

ALL DEPARTURE & RETURN TIMINGS

These will be notified to you with your final tour pack, approximately 2 weeks prior to departure and are subject to embarkation/disembarkation times we are given by Fred Olsen Cruise Lines.

HOLIDAY INSURANCE

Please contact us for details.

DEPOSITS

A 20% Deposit of the total cruise value is required at the time of booking. All Prices on board are in Sterling – so you do not have any worries about currency fluctuations.

MS BOLETTE

The Bolette is the new flagship of the Fred Olsen fleet. Proudly bearing the name of Fred. Olsen Jr.’s great-greatgrandmother, she exudes a classic, elegant style in her exterior and interior design and features spacious and comfortable public areas and has all the facilities and special touches you need for a relaxing and enjoyable holiday. The Bolette has capacity for less than 1,400 guests. So, in keeping with their smaller-ship ethos, you will find that you are not overcrowded on board and have plenty of space in which to indulge yourself in the stylish dining venues and fantastic entertainment areas, bars, lounges and theatres. And of course, with the friendly staff providing a personal, attentive service, there is an intimate feel to the on-board experience too.

MS BOREALIS

Bearing a name that inspires thoughts of the Aurora Borealis, the elegant Borealis proudly connects with Fred Olsen’s Norwegian heritage. Stylish, spacious and comfortable, with capacity for fewer than 1,400 guests, she is in keeping with their commitment in offering a more traditional style of cruising. But while Borealis’ capacity is smaller than many cruise vessels, she is still one of the largest ships in the Fred Olsen fleet. On board you will find you are never overcrowded. There is always ample room in which to indulge yourself in the stylish dining venues, enjoy a glass of your favourite tipple and fantastic entertainment at the bars, lounges and theatres, and while away the hours by the all-season pool.

MS BALMORAL

Balmoral is named after the Scottish residence of the British Royal Family. Featuring 710 well-appointed rooms and suites and a selection of comfortable lounges, bars and inviting public areas, Balmoral provides guests with ample space in which to relax and share a memorable cruise experience. With a superb array of entertainment on offer throughout the day, from lectures and hobby classes to live cabaret and comedians, you will find lots to do during your time on board. Balmoral is small enough to navigate size-restricted waterways providing fantastic scenic cruising opportunities, and retains the warm, intimate and friendly atmosphere that the Fred. Olsen fleet is renowned for.

Date | Destination

Fri 28 Aug 2026 | Southampton, UK

Sat 29 Aug 2026 | 1 Days Cruising

Sun 30 Aug 2026 | Getxo (Bilbao), Spain

Mon 31 Aug 2026 | Santander, Spain

Tue 1 Sep 2026 | 1 Days Cruising

Wed 2 Sep 2026 | Southampton, UK

Date | Destination

Mon 3 Aug 2026 | Southampton, UK

Tue 4 Aug 2026 | Honfleur, France

Wed 5 Aug 2026 | St Peter Port, Guernsey, UK

Thu 6 Aug 2026 | 1 Days Sailing

Fri 7-Sat 8 Aug 2026 | Pauillac, France

Sun 9 Aug 2026 | 1 Days Sailing Mon 10 Aug 2026 | Southampton, UK

Date | Destination

Fri 22 May 2026 | Liverpool, UK

Sat 23 May 2026 | Cruising

Sun 24 May 2026 | Kirkwall, Orkney Isles, Scotland

Mon 25 May 2026 | Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Scotland

Tue 26 May 2026 | Cruising by the Small Isles – Eigg, Rum, Canna & Muck, Scotland

Tue 26 May 2026 | Cruising by Dutchman’s Cap’, Scotland

Tue 26 May 2026 | Cruising by Fingal’s Cave, Scotland

Wed 27 May 2026 | Liverpool, UK

LEGENDS & LANDSCAPES OF THE SCOTTISH ISLANDS

Date | Destination

Sat 20 Jun 2026 | Liverpool, UK

Sun 21 Jun 2026 | Cruising by Culzean Castle, Scotland

Sun 21 Jun 2026 | Cruising Past Ailsa Craig, Scotland

Mon 22 Jun 2026 | Cruising by Fingal’s Cave, Scotland

Mon 22 Jun 2026 | Cruising Past Dutchman’s Cap, Scotland

Mon 22 Jun 2026 | Cruising Lough Hourn, Scotland

Mon 22 Jun 2026 | Cruising by the Small Isles, Scotland

Tue 23 Jun 2026 | Stornoway, Isle of Lewis & Harris, Scotland

Wed 24 Jun 2026 | Lerwick, Shetland Isles

Thu 25 Jun 2026 | Kirkwall, Orkney Islands

Fri 26 Jun 2026 | Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland

Sat 27 Jun 2026 | 1 Days Sailing

Sun 28 Jun 2026 | Liverpool, UK

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Cruises

SEARCH OF THE NORTHERN LIGHTS

Date | Destination

Sun 8 Nov 2026 | Southampton, UK

Mon-Tues 9-10 Nov 2026 | 2 Days

Sailing

Wed 11 Nov 2026 | Alesund, Norway

Thu 12 Nov 2026 | Cruising the Torghatten (coasts & mountains)

Thu 12 Nov 2026 | Cruising the Seven

Sisters Mountain Range

Thu 12 Nov 2026 | Crossing the Arctic Circle

Fri 13 Nov 2026 | Narvik, Norway

Sat 14 Nov 2026 | Sortland, Norway

Sun-Mon 15-16 Nov 2026 | Tromso, a prime Northern Lights location

Tue 17 Nov 2026 | Harstad, Norway

Wed-Thu 18-19 Nov 2026 | 2 Days Cruising

Fri 20 Nov 2026 | Bergen, Norway

Sat-Sun 21-22 Nov 2026 | 2 Days Sailing

Mon 23 Nov 2026 | Southampton, UK

Borealis

Sail from Southampton 15 nights | Sun 8 Nov 2026

Cruise code S2629

CARIBBEAN CHRISTMAS ISLAND HOPPING

Date | Destination

Fri 18 Dec 2026 | Southampton, UK

Sat-Tues 19-22 Dec 2026 | 4 Days Sailing

Wed 23 Dec 2026 | Santa Cruz, Tenerife

Thu-Tues 24-29 Dec 2026 | 6 Days Sailing

Weds-Thurs 30-31 Dec 2026 | St Johns, Antigua

Fri 1 Jan 2027 | Philipsberg, St Maarten

Sat 2 Jan 2027 | Basseterre, St Kitts & Nevis

Sun 3 Jan 2027 | Castres, St Lucia

Mon 4 Jan 2027 | Bequia, St Vincent & Grenadines

Tues 5 Jan 2027 | St Georges, Grenada

Wed 6 Jan 2027 | Bridgetown, Barbados

Thu-Tues 7-12 Jan 2027 | 6 Days Sailing

Borealis

Sail from Southampton 31 nights | Fri 18 Dec 2026 Cruise code S2632

Wed-Thu 13-14 Jan 2027 | Funchal, Portugal

Fri-Sun 15-17 Jan 2027 | 3 Days Sailing

Mon 18 Jan 2027 | Southampton, UK

Gratuities Included

Look What’s Included on All Ambassador Cruises

/ Door to Door Service from your home

/ Return coach transfers to Port of embarkation

/ All On-board Gratuities Included

/ Comfortable cabins and suites with TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and individually controlled air-conditioning

/ Full-board with breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner

/ All evening entertainment, including cabaret shows, live music and dancing

/ Captain’s Cocktail Party (on cruises of 6 nights or more)

/ Use of leisure facilities, including swimming pools, Jacuzzis and gym

/ A wide choice of on-board activities and lectures throughout the day

/ All UK port taxes (where collectable in advance) Not included: Drinks & shore excursions

ALL DEPARTURE & RETURN TIMINGS

These will be notified to you with your final tour pack, approximately 2 weeks prior to departure and are subject to embarkation/disembarkation times we are given by Ambassador Cruise Lines.

HOLIDAY INSURANCE

Please contact us for details.

DEPOSITS

A 20% Deposit of the total cruise value is required at the time of booking. All Prices on board are in Sterling – so you do not have any worries about currency fluctuations.

AMBIENCE

Ambience offers both a feeling of spaciousness and freedom, whilst retaining that sense of intimacy and camaraderie; it’s whatever makes you comfortable. Entertainment-wise, she really will spoil you for choice. Let your hair down at the Observatory and bring out your finest ensembles for The Palladium. Whether you like it shaken or stirred, she has numerous bars to whet your whistle, including Raffles Bar, Botanical Lounge, SW19 and The Purple Turtle Pub. Dining options are plentiful at the Buckingham restaurant or the Borough Market. Put your best cards forward at Aces & Eights bridge and card room and the Ambassador Casino, or revive and renew at the gym and Wellness Centre. Other facilities include Kapoor’s, our onboard crafting studio, Brontë’s library, the shopping galleria, not to mention a swimming pool, two hot tubs and a large screen for outdoor movies.

AMBITION

Ambition will carry up to 1,200 passengers to give her a true sense of comfort and space in her 680 cabins, 125 of which have balconies and 113 are suites with up to 62m2 of living space. Her dining options will inspire you with two main restaurants, speciality dining options*, and a more casual bistro-style café. Sit back, relax and enjoy a drink in one of her four bars, lounges and pub. Or take in a show in the tiered main theatre, or discover your hidden talents in the card room, library, and craft studio. Other facilities include the wellness centre, gym, two swimming pools and a range of retail shops, perfect for days at sea.

*Supplementary cost for speciality dining.

ABTOT – All Cruise Holidays featured on this page are protected through our membership of ABTOT (Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust).

VISTAS OF FRANCE, SPAIN & PORTUGAL

Date | Destination

Mon 6 Apr 2026 | Portsmouth, UK

Tues 7 Apr 2026 | Zeebrugge (for Bruges)

Wed 8 Apr 2026 | Antwerp, cruise the River Scheldt

Thu 9 Apr 2026 | Ijmuiden (for Amsterdam)

Fri 10 Apr 2026 | 1 Day Cruising

Sat 11 Apr 2026 | Honfleur, France

Sun 12 Apr 2026 | Portsmouth, UK

Sail from Portsmouth 6 nights | Mon 6 Apr 2026

Cruise code A22606PO

Sail from Bristol 13 nights | Sat 26 Sep 2026

Cruise code A22627BR

Date | Destination

Sat 26 Sep 2026 | Bristol, UK

Sun 27 Sep 2026 | 1 Day Cruising

Mon 28 Sep 2026 | Le Verdon (for Bordeaux)

Tue 29 Sep 2026 | Getxo (for Bilbao)

Wed 30 Sep 2026 | Gijon

Thu 1 Oct 2026 | La Coruna (for Santiago de Compostela)

Fri 2 Oct 2026 | Leixoes (for Oporto)

Sat 3 Oct 2026 | Lisbon

Sun-Mon 4-5 Oct 2026 | 2 Days Cruising

Tue 6 Oct 2026 | Lorient, France

Wed 7 Oct 2026 | Brest, France

Thu 8 Oct 2026 | 1 Day Cruising

Fri 9 Oct 2026 | Bristol, UK

Date | Destination

Fri 13 Nov 2026 | London Tilbury, UK

Sat-Sun 14-15 Nov 2026 | 2 Days

Cruising

Mon 16 Nov 2026 | Vigo (for Santiago de Compostela)

Tue-Wed 17-18 Nov 2026 | 2 Days

Cruising

Thu 19 Nov 2026 | Finchal, Madeira

Fri 20 Nov 2026 | Santa Cruz de La Palma

Sat 21 Nov 2026 | Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Sun 22 Nov 2026 | Arrecife, Lanzarote

Mon-Thu 23-26 Nov 2026 | Cruising

Fri 27 Nov 2026 | London Tilbury, UK

Sail from Tilbury 14 nights | Fri 13 Nov 2026 Cruise code A22632

Date | Destination

Sat 13 Jun 2026 | London Tilbury, UK

Sun 14 Jun 2026 | 1 Day Cruising

Mon 15 Jun 2026 | Kirkwall, Orkneys

Tue 16 Jun 2026 | 1 Day Cruising

Wed-Thu 17-18 Jun 2026 | Reykjavik, Iceland

Fri 19 Jun 2026 | Isafjordur, Iceland

Sat 20 Jun 2026 | Akureyri, Iceland

Sun 21 Jun 2026 | Seydisfjordur, Iceland

Sun 22 Jun 2026 | 1 Day Cruising

Mon 23 Jun 2026 | Invergordon, Scotland

Tue 24 Jun 2026 | 1 Day Cruising

Wed 25 Jun 2026 | London Tilbury, UK

Date | Destination

Sat 15 Aug 2026 | London Tilbury, UK

Sun-Mon 16-17 Aug 2026 | 2 Days Cruising

Tue 18 Aug 2026 | Vigo (for Santiago de Compostela)

Wed 19 Aug 2026 | At Sea

Thu 20 Aug 2026 | Cadiz, Spain

Fri 21 Aug 2026 | Malaga, Spain

Sat 22 Aug 2026 | Ceuta, Spain

Sun 23 Aug 2026 | Gibraltar

Mon 24 Aug 2026 | At Sea

Tue 25 Aug 2026 | Leixoes (for Oporto)

Wed-Thu 26-27 Aug 2026 | Cruising Fri 28 Aug 2026 | London Tilbury, UK

Ambience Sail from Tilbury 12 nights | Sat 13 Jun 2026

Cruise code A12612

Ambience Sail from Tilbury 13 nights | Sat 15 Aug 2026 Cruise code A12619

Ambition Sail from Tilbury 6 nights | Tue 1 Dec 2026 Cruise code A22634

Date | Destination

Tue 1 Dec 2026 | London Tilbury, UK

Fri 2 Dec 2026 | 1 Day Cruising

Sat 3 Dec 2026 | Hamburg, Germany

Sun 4 Dec 2026 | 1 Day Cruising

Mon 5 Dec 2026 | Ijmuiden (for Amsterdam) Tue 6 Dec 2026 | Zeebrugge (for Bruges)

Wed 7 Dec 2026 | London Tilbury, UK

Trading Charter

Johnsons (Henley) Ltd trading as Johnsons Coach Travel, of Liveridge House, Liveridge Hill, Henley-in-Arden, Warwickshire B95 5QS

BCH ABTOT TRADING CHARTER (& BOOKING CONDITIONS)

Financial Security

The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within the meaning of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018. Therefore, you will benefit from all EU rights applying to packages; Johnsons Coach Travel will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the package as a whole.

Additionally, as required by law, Johnsons Coach Travel have protection in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included in the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that they become insolvent. Johnsons Coach Travel are members of the Bonded Coach Holiday Group of the Confederation of Passenger Transport UK Ltd (Membership Number 7062). This is a government approved consumer protection scheme. This ensures that in relation to the coach package holidays described in this brochure (or website) that the clients’ monies are protected by a Bond which may be called upon in the unlikely event of the members Insolvency. Clients are recommended to inspect the current membership certificate at our registered office or alternatively go to www.abtot.com/bch-abtot-members-directory. Phone No 0207 065 5316 to confirm current membership.

Your attention is also drawn to the Bonded Coach Holiday Group Trading Charter that will apply to these coach package holidays.

Details of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 can be found at www.legistration.gov.uk/ ukdsi/2018/9780111168479/contents.

1. FINANCIAL PROTECTION

Your contract is with Johnsons Coach Travel When you book a holiday with us, which does not include a flight, the money you pay us for the booking will be protected by Bonded Coach Holidays (BCH) and the Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited (ABTOT), this is a Government approved consumer protection scheme. The scheme will also ensure your repatriation in the event the company becomes insolvent. Our Trading Charter and Booking Conditions set out clearly and simply the responsibility we have to you and in turn, you have with us, when a contract is made. Please see the Consumer Guarantee at www.bch-uk.org. There is no financial protection if you purchase just transport or accommodation-only from us. We fully comply with the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018. The combination of travel services offered to you is a package holiday within the meaning of the Regulations. Therefore, you will benefit from all rights applying to package holidays. Johnsons Coach Travel will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the holiday and providing assistance if you are in difficulty. Your key rights will be in the details of the tour which will be provided prior to booking.

The Air Holidays in this brochure are ATOL Protected

The ATOL holder for each individual air tour is listed on the relevant tour page within our brochure and Johnsons are acting as an agent for these Tour Operators. In the unlikely event of their insolvency, the CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad and will arrange to refund any money you have paid to us for an advanced booking. For further information, visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk. Your ATOL Financial Protection: When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive the relevant Tour Operators ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong.

The suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the Services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable).

If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel

Deposit Payments:

£75 per person for all coach holidays in Britain and Europe.

£50 per person for all 2 & 3 UK Short Breaks in our Great Breaks brochures

£250 per person on all air holidays

For all Ocean Cruise Holidays a 20% deposit is required on the total holiday cost

Cheques should be made payable to: Johnsons (Henley) Ltd

In some instances, your accommodation and tour providers require a higher deposit than that stated above. In these instances, we reserve the right to charge a higher deposit.

If you choose to purchase holiday insurance, the premium must be paid at the time of booking, in addition to the holiday deposit cost.

Your balance is due 8 weeks before departure date for all British and European coach holidays. 10 weeks before departure date for all air holidays and 18 weeks for Cruise holidays.

of the surcharge invoice. The currency exchange rate used in the holiday costings are based on rates as at the 1st October 2025

5. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING

If, after our confirmation has been issued, you wish to change to another of our holidays or change departure date, we will do our utmost to make the changes, but we cannot guarantee to do so. However, notification must be received in writing at our offices from the person who signed the booking form. This must be accompanied by a payment of £20 to cover our administrative costs, plus costs we incur in making the amendment. Alterations may not be able to be made within 6 weeks of departure and any such request for an alteration will be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and will be subject to the cancellation charges set out in paragraph below. Some arrangements cannot be changed without paying a cancellation charge of up to 100% of the ticket cost.

Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme.

Your payments for Sea Cruise Holidays in this brochure are protected through our membership of the Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited (ABTOT)

We have provided a bond to meet the requirements of the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992. In the event of our insolvency, if you have not yet travelled you may claim a refund, or if you have already travelled, you may claim repatriation to the starting point of your holiday, which is your home..

2. BOOKING AND PAYMENT

When a booking is made, the ‘lead name’ on the booking guarantees that he or she is 18 or over and has the authority and accepts on behalf of the party the terms of these booking conditions and pays the deposit indicated in the brochure and as confirmed in the pre-contract information. After we receive your booking and all appropriate payments, if the arrangements you wish to book are available, we will send you or your booking agent a confirmation invoice within 14 days. This confirmation will include any special requests we have agreed. All monies paid to your booking agent are held by them on your behalf until we issue our confirmation invoice, thereafter your booking agent holds the money on our behalf. A binding agreement will come into existence between us when we dispatch this invoice to the ‘lead name’ or your booking agent. Please check the confirmation carefully to ensure all the information is correct. This contract is governed by English Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts.

Single occupancy of rooms, when available, may be subject to a supplementary charge and these will be shown in the brochure. You can book by paying a deposit for each person named on the booking, but our commitment is always conditional upon the balance being paid as below.

If you book within our balance due period, you will need to pay the total holiday cost at the time of booking. If the balance is not paid in time, we reserve the right to cancel your holiday, retain your deposit, and apply the cancellation charges set out in the paragraph below. The date of cancellation will normally be the date we receive your written confirmation that you intend to cancel or 15 days after the balance due date, whichever comes first.

Where optional items are purchased as part of the holiday, these are payable on the balance due date except where items, such as theatre tickets, have been specifically purchased for you. In this case the cost may be payable at a separate date notified to you and will not normally be refunded unless we obtain a refund from the supplier we use.

Whilst these terms are applicable to all bookings of any number of customers, for some group bookings there may be additional terms or information – we will provide those to you at the relevant time.

3. BROCHURE ACCURACY

Although Johnsons Coach Travel make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the brochure information and pricing, regrettably errors do sometimes occur. You must therefore ensure you check the price and all other details of your holiday with us at the time of booking and when you receive our confirmation invoice.

4. OUR PRICING POLICY

Johnsons Coach Travel endeavour to ensure that the most up to date and correct prices are shown in our brochure. Occasionally, an incorrect price may be shown, due to an error. When we become aware of any such error, we will endeavour to notify you at the time of booking (if we are then aware of the mistake) or as soon as reasonably possible. We reserve the right to cancel the booking if you do not wish to accept the price which is applicable to the holiday. Local Authorities in many towns and cities throughout Europe have introduced new tourist taxes which must be paid directly to the hotel by all guests in person. These taxes are not included in our prices, but we will notify you when applicable.

Holiday prices include all travel, hotel accommodation and meals as specified in the holiday description and VAT payable in the UK where applicable. The price of the holiday will not be subjected to any surcharges except those arising from exchange rate changes, transportation including the price of fuel, air & ferry operator fares and tolls, embarkation or disembarkation fees at terminals, duties and taxes (including the rate of VAT). Even in these cases we will absorb the cost equivalent to cost of the first 2% of the holiday price. Amounts more than this plus £1 administration fee and Travel Agents commission will be surcharged to you. If this means the total cost of the holiday increases by more than 8% then you are entitled to cancel your holiday and receive a full refund of all monies paid except any insurance premium and amendment charges. We will communicate the options with you either through email or letter, with a reminder if necessary. If you exercise the right to cancel, we must receive written notice within 20 days of the date

Where Air Travel and Ocean Cruises are included in your holiday the administration charge may differ dependant on the individual Airline or Cruise Company involved and the charge the charge they make for the transfer of a booking.

6. CAN YOU CHANGE THE PRICE OF MY PACKAGE AFTER YOU HAVE ISSUED THE BOOKING CONFIRMATION?

On all coach holidays, we operate a ‘No Surcharge Guarantee.’ The price of your coach holiday is fully guaranteed and will not be subject to any surcharges. All air and cruise holidays are subject to surcharges linked to fuel costs. The only surcharges which will apply are those levied by airlines or cruise companies which are beyond our control.

7. TRANSFERRING YOUR BOOKING

You can transfer your booking to somebody else, but the person must satisfy all the conditions of the holiday and you must inform us either by letter or email no less than 7 days before departure. This transfer will cost £20 plus reasonable costs to make the transfer. You will remain responsible for ensuring payment before the balance due date. This is in addition to (and does not affect) the separate liability of the transferee to us.

8. IF YOU NEED TO CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY

You or any member of your party, may cancel your holiday at any time provided the cancellation is made by the person signing the booking form and is communicated to us in writing via the office who made your original booking. You must pay cancellation charges to cover our administration costs and to compensate for the risk of us not reselling the holiday. If the holiday is resold a refund will be made. Your cancellation will take effect from the date on which we or our agent receives your written confirmation of your cancellation. You must also return any tickets or vouchers you have received. A reduction in room occupancy may increase the charges for the remaining passengers by the application of supplements for low occupancy of rooms. Where bought in supplies, such as ferries, hotel accommodation etc have been bought in on your behalf, and where the terms and conditions of the supplier are nonrefundable, these products will be charged to you at the full retail rate. If this applies, the non-refundable items will be deducted from your holiday costs and the following scale of charges (See Point 9) will be applied to the remainder:

Trading Charter (continued)

9. SCALE OF CANCELLATION CHARGES

You may cancel your holiday without paying any termination fee before the start of the holiday, in the event of unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances occurring at the place of destination or its immediate vicinity, for instance, if there are serious security problems at the destination which are likely to affect the package.

Period before departure within which written Amount of cancellation Charge as a % cancellation of package price is received of total package cost

COACH HOLIDAYS

More than 56 days

Departure day or later including voluntary termination during the package

More than 56 days

days

Departure day or later including voluntary termination during the package

CRUISE HOLIDAYS

More than 113 days

Departure day or later including voluntary termination during the package

10. ALTERATIONS TO YOUR HOLIDAY BY US

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

l accept the new arrangements offered by us; or

l accept a replacement holiday from us of equivalent or similar standard and price (at the date of the change), if we can offer you one; or

l cancel your holiday with us and receive a full refund of all monies.

Either way, we will pay you compensation, using the Compensation table shown (See Point 11)

11. SCALE OF COMPENSATION

Period before departure Amount in which significant change per is notified to you or your agent person

More than 42 days Nil

29 to 42 days

15 to 28 days

£5

£10

IMPORTANT NOTE Compensation will not be payable if the holiday is cancelled because the number of persons booked is less than the number required, or for events beyond our control, which include: war, threat of war, riots, civil disturbances, terrorist activity and its consequences, industrial disputes, natural and nuclear disasters, fire, epidemics, health risks and pandemics, unavoidable and unforeseeable technical problems with transport for reasons

package cost

only

beyond our control or that of our suppliers; hurricanes and other actual or potential severe weather conditions, and any other similar events. You are also advised to check with The Foreign and Commonwealth Office Advice Unit regularly at https://www.gov.uk/browse/abroad/travel-abroad prior to travel.

All holidays operate if the minimum number of participants is met. However, in no case will we cancel your holiday less than 4 weeks before the scheduled departure date, except where you have failed to pay the final balance or because of force majeure (force majeure means an event which we or the suppliers of the services in question could not foresee or avoid and is therefore beyond our control)

12. OUR RESPONSIBILITY TO YOU

We accept responsibility for ensuring the holiday which you book with us is supplied as described in our publicity material and the services offered reach a reasonable standard and if you are in difficulty, we will assist you. If any part of our holiday contract is not provided as promised, you may terminate the contract without paying a termination fee and we will pay you appropriate compensation if this has affected your enjoyment of your holiday. We will, however, not be liable if there are any unforeseeable or unavoidable actions of a third party not connected with our travel services (as confirmed in the confirmation invoice and any other information we provided to you regarding the services), or there were unavoidable or extraordinary circumstances, or the lack of conformity is due to a traveller in the party. We accept responsibility for the acts and/ or omissions of our employees, agents and suppliers except where they lead to death, injury or illness. Our liability in all cases shall be limited to a maximum of three times the value of the original holiday cost (not including insurance premiums and amendment charges). We accept responsibility for death, injury, or illness caused by the negligent acts and/or omissions of our employees or agents together with our suppliers and sub-contractors, servants and/or agents of the same whilst acting within the scope of, or during their employment in the provision of your holiday. We will accordingly pay to our clients such damages as might have been awarded in such circumstances under English Law. In respect of carriage by air, sea, tunnel and rail and the provision of accommodation our liability in all cases will be limited in the manner provided by the relevant international convention.

If we make any payment to you or any member of your party for death or personal injury or illness, you will be asked to assign to us or our insurers the rights you may have to act against the person or organisation responsible for causing the death, personal injury or illness. This clause does not apply to any separate contracts that you may enter for excursions or activities during or outside of your holiday. If you or any member of your party suffer death, illness or injury whilst overseas arising out of an activity which does NOT form part of your holiday, we may offer guidance and where legal action is contemplated and you want our assistance, you must obtain our written consent prior to any proceedings (We limit the cost of our assistance to you or your party to £5,000 per party).

13. IF YOU HAVE A COMPLAINT

If you have a problem during your holiday, please inform your Courier, your driver, or the relevant supplier/resort representative immediately who will endeavour to put things right. If your complaint cannot be completely resolved locally, you must complete a Holiday Report Form which can be obtained by your driver or local representative, which you should keep. Our contact number, for unresolved complaints will be our office number on 01564 797000 (Open in Office Hours). If you remain dissatisfied, please follow this up within 14 days of your return home by writing to the Own Products Manager at Johnsons Coach Travel, giving your original booking reference number and all other relevant information, including the reference of the Holiday Report Form.

It is therefore a condition of this contract that you communicate any problem to the supplier of the services in question AND to our representative whilst in resort and obtain a written report form. If you fail to follow this simple procedure, we cannot accept responsibility as we have been deprived of the opportunity to investigate and rectify the problem. Should you wish to pursue the complaint further, BCH ABTOT have an Alternative Dispute Resolution scheme and full details are available from them. Please contact them at ABTOT 69 Leadenhall Street London EC3A 2BG. Leadenhall Street London EC3A 2BG.

14. OUR COACHES-SEATING ARRANGEMENTS

We will always use our reasonable endeavours to provide a coach to the specification in our brochure or advert but reserve the right to substitute an alternative vehicle should there be unforeseen circumstances. There is a seating plan but, in some cases, operational reasons may require a coach with a different configuration. We reserve the right to alter a coach seating plan and allocate seats other than those booked. Single passengers may be required to share a double seat with other single passengers. When your booking is confirmed, you will be given a choice of seats that are available at that time. Specific seats will not be allocated on coaches operating a feeder service between joining points and main holiday departure points or on coaches that carry out transfers between airports, seaports etc. If you feel that you require two seats, then these must be purchased in advance at the time of booking. If you fail to do this and it transpires that the seat allocated is insufficient for your needs and there is no alternative seating available, then you will be refused access to the coach and any payments made will be liable to forfeiture. NO SMOKING is allowed on our coaches (including E-Cigarettes) and we do not allow pets or any other animals, although we accommodate registered assistance dogs, but not on overseas holidays.

HOTELS & HOTEL FACILITIES

15.

Some hotel facilities and entertainment may be withdrawn for routine maintenance or be subject to seasonal availability and provision of the facilities cannot be guaranteed. Single occupancy of rooms may be subject to a supplementary charge.

16.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

In some foreign countries, standards of infrastructure, safety and hygiene may be lower than those to which we are accustomed in the UK. You should therefore exercise greater care for your own protection. There may be countries that we visit that have special medical requirements for tourists. These regulations are subject to change and our clients are responsible for complying with entry and current health

requirements. If you are not sure of the health requirements for the country you are visiting, you are advised to check with your own GP before travelling. You are also advised to refer to the Department of Health leaflet “Health Advice for Travellers.”

Some people may be at risk from discomfort or deep vein thrombosis (DVT) if they remain immobile on a journey for a long period. If you are planning to undertake a journey of more than three hours, you should consult your doctor, if you have ever had DVT, pulmonary embolism, a family history of clotting conditions, cancer or treatment for cancer, stroke, and heart or lung disease or If you have had major surgery in the past three months.

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

17. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS, ITINERARIES, PICK-UP POINTS AND PASSPORTS

We can only provide general information regarding entry, passport, visa, immigration requirements and safety and health formalities applicable to your package itinerary. It is your responsibility to check such requirements (in good time before departure), in order to make your decisions to fulfil such requirements regarding your destination and/or the country(ies) through which you may be transiting through. Such information which you may need to check includes (but is not limited to) passport requirements including (but not limited to) how valid your passport must be after return date, whether your passport must be machine readable, or which visas may be required for entry such as ETA for UK travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel.

You must check requirements for your own specific circumstances with the relevant bodies as applicable. We have provided a few useful resources below, though it is your responsibility to check and see if such body would be relevant to yourself

l the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (“FCDO”, https://www.gov.uk/travelaware) (applicable to UK residents);

l UK Passport Office (0870 5210410 or https://www.gov. uk/browse/citizenship.

l Embassies, High Commission and/or Consulates; l own doctor.

For UK residents booking European travel, you should obtain a UK Global Health Insurance Card (UK GHIC) prior to departure unless you are able to rely upon an existing European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). For travel to Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland, UK GHIC and EHIC can not be used for medical treatment. Passengers to these destinations should obtain comprehensive medical insurance prior to departure, including cover for emergency medical treatment and associated costs.

We do not accept any responsibility if you cannot travel, or incur any other loss because you have not complied with any entry, passport, visa, immigration requirements or health formalities. You agree to reimburse us in relation to any fines or other losses which we incur as a result of your failure to comply with any entry passport, visa, immigration requirements or health formalities.

You are responsible for ensuring you are at the correct departure point, at the correct time and with the correct documents. “Johnsons Coach Travel“ reserve the right to modify itineraries to conform with requests from competent authorities both within the UK and abroad.

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18. SPECIAL REQUESTS

All special needs and requests, if agreed, should be entered on the booking form and be included in the confirmation of the holiday. These cannot be guaranteed except where confirmed as part of our holiday commitment to you and are detailed on your holiday booking confirmation. We are keen to ensure that we plan the arrangements for your holiday so that special needs and requests can be accommodated as far as possible. If you will need assistance or may be unable to fully enjoy all aspects of your holiday you must tell us in advance so that we can maximise your enjoyment of the holiday. We will need to know if you will need special facilities in the hotel, taking part in the excursions or have difficulty boarding and travelling on the coach or other means of transport. Before booking your holiday, you should be sure that you and your party are both physically and mentally capable of completing the itinerary. If you need advice or further information, you or your booking agent should contact our Reservations Team. If you will require a special diet, please tell us at the time of booking, or as soon as you are medically advised, together with a copy of the diet.

Excursions which are included in the cost of your booking are detailed on the brochure page and refunds will not be made for excursions not taken. Optional excursions booked and paid for in resort do not form part of your booking. Admission fees to buildings may not be included in the price of the holiday, please check.

19. GROUND OR LOW FLOOR ROOMS. You should also tell us about any other requests, for example, low floor rooms, particular rooms, or locations. We will pass your request to the relevant supplier, but this does not necessarily mean that your request will be fulfilled. If a request can be fulfilled, you may incur an extra charge payable either to us or direct to the hotel. Please note that requests cannot be guaranteed unless we confirm on your booking confirmation that this is a guaranteed requirement.

20. PASSENGERS WITH DISABILITIES

We want everyone to enjoy our travel arrangements. We are happy to advise and assist you in choosing a suitable holiday. It is important that, when booking, you advise us of any disability, specific need or complex need you may have and any special requirements that will make sure the holiday is suitable. If a passenger requires personal assistance (for example, assistance with feeding, dressing, toileting, mobilising) then this passenger must travel with an able-bodied companion or carer and written confirmation that such assistance will be provided for the entirety of the holiday is required at the time of booking. Coach drivers/ Tour Managers are unable to provide such assistance.

Important

You must tell us if you have an existing medical condition, disability or complex need that may affect your holiday or other group members’ enjoyment of it before you book your holiday. We reserve the right to request a doctor’s certificate confirming the passenger is fit to travel. If, in our reasonable opinion, your chosen holiday is not suitable for your medical condition or disability, we reserve the right to refuse your booking. You are responsible for bringing with you the proper clothing and equipment, which we advise you about in our printed trip information. We want you to enjoy your holiday and will help you select an appropriate trip. Whilst we will make every reasonable adjustment to do so, if we are unable to accommodate the needs of a passenger or believe that the medical condition or disability of a passenger is likely to adversely affect other passengers, we reserve the right to decline the booking. We also reserve the right to cancel any holiday and impose cancellation charges if we are not fully advised of any relevant disability or medical condition at the time the booking is made and subsequently decide that we are unable to accommodate this passenger. This applies whether we advise that we are unable to accommodate a passenger either before departure or during the holiday and if this occurs during the holiday then we will seek the additional costs of returning the passenger home.

We want you to enjoy your package and will try to help you select an appropriate trip. If you need advice or further information either you or your booking agent should contact 01564 797000.

21. MOBILITY SCOOTER POLICY

Please note that we can accept one ‘compact’ electric mobility scooter per holiday. Our definition of ‘compact’ is that the scooter is class 1 specification; i.e. it must be designed to be dismantled, so that it can be loaded into the boot of a car. The actual maximum sizes of class 1 mobility scooters are: Length – 1200mm Width – 700mm max Maximum Weight - 60Kgs

(We cannot accept class 2 scooters as these are too large and heavy to lift). Furthermore, would all users of scooters and wheelchairs kindly note that you must be able to negotiate the five steps to board the coach, in order to manage and enjoy our holidays.

22. PASSENGER BEHAVIOUR

We want all our customers to have a happy and carefree holiday. You are responsible for your behaviour and hygiene and the effect it may have on others. If you or any other member of your party is abusive, disruptive or behaves in a way that could cause damage or injury to others or affect their enjoyment of their holiday or which could damage property, we have the right to terminate your contract with us and we will have no further liability or obligation to you. The coach driver/representative, ship’s captain, or similar, authorised official is entitled to refuse you boarding if in their reasonable opinion you are unacceptably under the influence of drink or drugs or you are being violent

Travel Insurance

Johnsons (Henley) Limited Client Holiday Travel Insurance is available to all eligible passengers travelling on our holidays which is arranged by Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited, underwritten by AWP P&C SA and is administered in the UK by Allianz Assistance. Allianz Assistance is a trading name of AWP Assistance UK Ltd. AWP Assistance UK Limited is registered in England (registration number 1710361). Registered office PO Box 74005, 60 Gracechurch Street, London, EC3P 3DS. AWP Assistance UK Limited are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). AWP P&C SA is authorised and regulated by L’Autorité de Contrôle Prudentiel et de Résolution in France. Deemed authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA). Subject to regulation by the FCA and limited regulation by the PRA. Details of the Temporary Permissions Regime, which allows

or disruptive. If you are refused boarding on the outward journey, we will regard it as a cancellation by you and we will apply cancellation charges. If on your return journey, we have the right to terminate the contract with you. We also request that mobile telephones are not used on the coach. We also request that mobile telephones are not used on the coach save for exceptional circumstances.

23. TRAVEL INSURANCE

We strongly advise that you take out personal travel insurance for the trip. Details of our travel insurance is outlined within this leaflet. You may use an alternative insurer but you must advise us of details of the insurer and the emergency assistance company that will be providing cover for your holiday, together with the policy number and a 24-hour contact number. The insurance should cover medical and repatriation costs, personal injury, loss of baggage and cancellation charges. If you do not have adequate insurance and require our assistance during your holiday, we reserve the right to reclaim from you any medical repatriation or other expenses which we may incur on your behalf which would otherwise have been met by insurers. You must advise us if you use an alternative insurer, the policy number and 24-hour contact number.

24. LUGGAGE

Please restrict your luggage to one medium sized suitcase (a medium sized suitcase is approximately 36” x 18” x 10”) per person, weighing no more than 44lbs (20Kgs). A small holdall can also be taken on board the coach. We cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage to luggage unless it is established that it is caused by our negligence. On holidays which include overnight stops, you may take a small overnight bag with you. Please do not leave items of value in your main suitcase which is left on the coach. Should loss or damage occur you may be able to claim through your holiday travel insurance.

25. EMERGENCY 24 HOURS TELEPHONE NUMBER

A member of staff is always on hand 24 hours a day, to help either before your holiday, or on the day of departure by telephoning 01564 797040. At the beginning of your holiday, our courier will provide a contact telephone number. This number should be used if you require any assistance during your holiday.

26. DATA PROTECTION ACT

We comply with the GDPR 2018 Regulations and we retain your full contact details and other information in secure files and electronic storage facilities. We may use this information to contact you by mail, telephone, or electronic means. We must pass your information on to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements, and we take full responsibility for ensuring that proper measures are in place to protect your information. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons or suppliers. Your data controller is our Reservations Manager here at Johnsons Coach Travel.

27. DOOR-TO-DOOR FEEDER NETWORK TERMS

Johnsons Coach Travel operates a Door-to-Door (D2D) Feeder Network to provide convenient collection and return points for passengers. Whilst every effort is made to operate these feeder journeys using Johnsons vehicles, we reserve the right to:

l Substitute alternative transport where necessary, including local taxi or private hire operators, without prior notice.

l Pass on any additional costs incurred by Johnsons Coach Travel in arranging replacement feeder transport, where such costs arise from unforeseen vehicle breakdowns, delays, or other operational issues beyond our reasonable control.

l Cancel or amend feeder services at any time, including on the day of travel, where operational, safety, or external factors (such as traffic delays, weather conditions, industrial action, or supplier failure) make continuation impractical. In such circumstances, reasonable efforts will be made to notify affected passengers and provide alternative arrangements, but no compensation will be payable.

l Refuse carriage to passengers who miss their allocated feeder time or joining point, without liability for refund or additional transport costs.

l Reserve the right to change prices for pick-up areas on our Door to Door service at any time.

Johnsons Coach Travel does not guarantee that a Johnsons-branded or company-operated vehicle will provide the feeder transport, nor can it guarantee specific timings, drivers, or vehicle types.

In the event of unforeseen or extraordinary circumstances (including but not limited to severe weather, mechanical failure, road closures, accidents, industrial disputes, pandemics, or acts of government), Johnsons Coach Travel shall not be liable for any consequential loss, delay, inconvenience, or missed connections arising from changes to or cancellation of feeder services.

28. PUBLICATION DATE & DETAILS

Our brochure and Trading Charter were printed in the United Kingdom on the 31st October 2025.

EUROPEAN TOURIST TAXES

Local authorities in many towns and cities throughout Europe are starting to introduce or have introduced new tourist taxes which must be paid directly to the hotel by all guests in person. No such taxes are included in our prices to you, and we cannot make payment on your behalf or include this tax in your invoice. As soon as we become aware of any such taxes affecting your holiday, we will notify you.

EEA-based firms to operate in the UK for a limited period while seeking full authorisation, are available on the FCA’s website.

Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (their registration number is 311394) and is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts. You can check these details online using the Financial Services Register (accessible from https://register.fca.org.uk) or by contacting the Financial Conduct Authority Consumer Helpline on 0800 1116768.

Should you wish to take out this travel insurance please include the appropriate premium when booking your holiday. Please note: The insurance information (including premiums) as detailed within our individual tour pages are correct at time of publication (October

2024) but may be subject to change. Details of any changes to our insurance arrangements will be provided at the time of booking.

DEMANDS AND NEEDS

This insurance policy will suit the demands and needs of an individual or group (where applicable) who have no excluded medical condition(s), are travelling in countries included within the policy terms and who wish to insure themselves against unforeseen circumstances/events detailed in the cover section below. Subject to the terms, conditions and maximum specified sums insured.

IMPORTANT

We will not provide you with advice about the suitability of this product for your individual needs but will be happy to provide you with factual information.

We summarise below the details of the insurance cover provided which also includes 24-hour emergency service from Allianz Assistance.

The following is a brief summary of the cover available. Full details of cover and exclusions will be forwarded with your confirmation of booking. In any event you may ask for a specimen copy of the policy wording before booking should you wish to examine this in advance.

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SUMMARY OF COVER

PLEASE SEE THE POLICY WORDING FOR FULL DETAILS OF THE COVER, LIMITATIONS AND EXCESSES, A SPECIMEN COPY OF WHICH IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

* Excess only applies for cancellation of a journey over three days in duration (Nil for Loss of Deposit).

HEALTH DECLARATION AND HEALTH EXCLUSIONS

It is very important that you read the following and, where necessary, declare any pre-existing medical conditions.

For UK, Channel Islands and Isle of Man trips only (except Air & Cruise Holidays)

You will not be covered under this policy for any claims arising as a direct or indirect of any pre-existing medical condition, unless you can comply with the following:

1. You are fit to travel and undertake your planned trip when you take out this policy, book your trip or at the time you travel (whichever is later).

2. Following any claim investigation, your doctor confirms they would have agreed with or recommended your travel plans when you took out this policy, booked your trip or at the time you travelled (whichever is later).

3. You are not travelling for the purpose of having medical treatment or a consultation during your trip.

4. You are not awaiting any medical tests, investigations or surgery, or the outcome of any tests or investigations when you take out this policy or book your trip (whichever is later).

For trips outside of the UK plus all Air & Cruise Holidays

You will not be covered for any claims arising as a direct or indirect result of any pre-existing medical condition if, in the 12 months before taking out this policy or booking your trip (whichever is later), you:

1. Were prescribed medication.

2. Received treatment or consulted a doctor or other medical practitioner for any medical condition.

3. Attended a hospital or a clinic as an outpatient or inpatient.

4. Were referred for tests, investigations, treatment, or surgery, or are waiting for either results or a diagnosis.

5. Had any symptoms of an undiagnosed medical condition or have had a terminal illness.

Unless you told us about the pre-existing medical condition and we have agreed in writing to cover it.

To declare a pre-existing medical condition(s), you should contact insurers confidential medical screening service on 02392 419063 as soon as possible after taking out this insurance policy and/or booking your trip.

Based on the medical information you provide, it will be confirmed to you if cover can be offered for your declared pre-existing medical condition (or conditions), and if an extra premium needs to be paid. Occasionally, insurers may need you to get extra medical information (at your cost) from your doctor to enable us to make a decision. If an extra premium is required, cover will not start until this has been paid in full and we have issued written confirmation.

If we are unable to cover the pre-existing medical condition (or conditions), this will mean that you and any other person insured by us will not be covered for any directly or indirectly related claims arising from the pre-existing medical condition (or conditions). This applies even if the person with the pre-existing medical condition (or conditions) decides to buy cover from another provider.

Each person insured by us would still be covered for any unrelated (or conditions), subject to the terms and conditions of this policy.

FOR ALL TRIPS: You will not be covered if:

l Following any claim investigation, your doctor confirms they would not have agreed with or recommended you travel as planned either when you took out this policy, booked your trip or at the time you travelled (whichever is later)..

l You know you will need medical treatment or a consultation at a medical facility during your trip.

l You are travelling specifically for the purpose of having surgery, medical procedures, or hospital treatment, whether medically necessary or not.

l You had been diagnosed with a terminal illness prior to the date you took out this policy or booked your trip (whichever is later).

Exclusions relating to the health of someone not insured on this policy, but whose health may affect your decision whether to take or continue with your trip:

You will not be covered for any directly or indirectly related claims (see note at the end of this section) arising from the health of a travelling companion, someone you were going to stay with, a family member or a business associate if at the time your policy was issued:

l You were aware they had undiagnosed medical condition(s) for which they were awaiting tests, investigations, or the results of these.

l You were aware that their medical condition(s) were unstable, were likely to get worse in the next 12 months or they had been diagnosed as having a terminal condition.

Note: Only claims relating to a medical condition where any of the above apply will be affected. This includes indirectly related claims. For example, if someone breaks a bone and a doctor confirms it is related to an existing diagnosis of osteoporosis (brittle bone disease), this would not be covered if we have not agreed in writing to cover the osteoporosis.

Level of medical cover provided.

This is not a private medical insurance policy and only gives cover for emergency medical treatment and/or transport in the event of an accident or unexpected illness occurring during your trip.

This also means that any other person insured by us will not be covered for any directly or indirectly related claims arising from the pre-existing medical condition (or conditions). This applies even if the person with the medical condition (or conditions) decides to buy cover from another provider.

Each person insured by us would still be covered for any unrelated medical condition (or conditions), subject to the terms and conditions of this policy.

RESIDENCY

You must have your primary residence in and be registered with a doctor in the UK, the Channel Islands, or the Isle of Man.

And have not spent more than six months abroad during the 12 months before this policy was issued or your trip was booked (whichever is later).

SIGNIFICANT EXCLUSIONS

Any existing medical conditions unless they have been declared to (where appropriate) and accepted by the insurer.

Your intentional self-harm or if you attempt or commit suicide.

An epidemic or pandemic, except when an epidemic or pandemic is expressly referenced in and covered under Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, Travel Delay or Emergency Medical/Dental Cover Abroad.

Terrorist events, except when expressly referenced in and covered under Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption or Travel Delay.

Any travel supplier’s complete cessation of operations due to financial reasons, with or without involving insolvency or bankruptcy.

Examples of these and other conditions and restrictions and what to do if you are unsure about any aspect of an exclusion are contained within your policy wording.

How to make a claim

All claims should be reported directly to Allianz by calling their dedicated claims line on 0208 666 9233 (lines are open between the hours of 08:00 hrs & 18:00 Mondays to Fridays, excluding Bank Holidays).

INSURANCE DISCLAIMER

Protecting your information

We will only use your personal details in line with our Privacy Notice. This can be found on our website or is available in hard copy format upon request and you should read this carefully and contact us immediately if you have any queries. Your personal information includes all of the details you have given us to process your insurance policy (we will not ask for more information than is necessary). We may share your data with Third Parties for the provision and ongoing performance of your insurance policy. Your data may be transferred outside the UK. All of the personal information you supply to us will be handled strictly in accordance with the applicable Data Protection regulations and legislation.

Johnsons (Henley) Limited are an Appointed Representative of Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited who are authorised and regulated by the FCA (their registration number is 311394) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts. You can check these details online using the Financial Services Register (accessible from www.fca.org.uk) or be contacting the Financial Conduct Authority Consumer Helpline on 0800 111 6768.

Should you have personal circumstances, for which you may need additional support or accommodations, please let us know and we will do our best to support you. These could include issues with sight, hearing impairments, capability restrictions, welfare/health issues or anything else you feel is important for us to know about.

If our chosen insurance provider, Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited are unable to offer you the travel insurance cover you require, or your premium is higher than you expected because you have serious medical conditions, you may be able to get help by accessing the Money and Pensions Service travel directory or by calling 0800 138 7777 (lines areopen Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm).

Please note: The insurance information (including premiums) as detailed above, is correct at time of publication (May 2025) and may be subject to change. Details of any changes to our current insurance arrangements, as detailed above, will be provided at the time of booking.

If you have decided not to purchase the travel insurance policy, we offer you must complete and sign this disclaimer.

I confirm that I have been made aware of the need/importance of travel insurance and have chosen not to include myself/party under Johnsons Coach Holidays policy. understand that this will mean that I shall be solely responsible for any cancellation charges that arise from my inability to take the trip that I have booked and also any losses including medical expenses and repatriation costs arising from an illness or injury sustained during the trip.

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