British & Continental Coach Holidays

ARVONIA British & Continental Coach Holidays

Autumn 2014 - Spring 2015 www.arvonia.co.uk Welcome A very warm welcome to the Autumn/Spring holiday selection from Arvonia for 2014/15 featuring a great choice of British & Continental Coach Holidays which we hope will inspire you. Arvonia is a family owned and operated Welsh company with over 30 years experience in the planning and operation of coach holidays and some 60 years involvement in the travel industry. This year’s programme includes a great selection of festive breaks, Christmas and New Year holidays plus some super late and early season holidays, some of which have great inclusions and even free drinks at hotels to offer amazing value for money! As always we would like to thank all our loyal customers for their continued support and extend a very warm welcome to you if you are joining us for the first time. We sincerely hope you enjoy browsing through the brochure and look forward to welcoming you on board for an enjoyable holiday with Arvonia.

LOOK WHAT’S INCLUDED BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE – FINANCIAL SECURITY The prices of the holidays in this brochure represent fantastic value for money that simply Arvonia Coaches Ltd are Members of the Bonded Coach Holiday could not be matched by an independent travel holiday. With many prices held from 2014/15 and so much included you need look no further for your next holiday or short Group of The Confederation of Passenger Transport UK Ltd. This break. is a Government approved consumer protection scheme. This All holiday prices include: ensures that in relation to the Coach Package Holidays described • Luxury air-conditioned coach travel • Accommodation in a quality hotel • Full in this brochure that the client’s monies are protected by a bond breakfasts on all holidays and three course evening meals on most • Included excursions in the unlikely event of the members insolvency. Clients are • Evening entertainment on many holidays • Services of a professional driver/ courier. welcome to inspect the current membership certificate at our QUALITY HOTELS registered office or alternatively go to the BCH website at www.bch-uk.org or telephone 0207 240 3131 to confirm We have a fine selection of quality hotels for all our holidays ranging from family run properties with an emphasis on entertainment and home style cooking to 4 and 5 star membership. hotels including independents and major chains such as Hilton, Marriott, Menzies and De Vere where the emphasis is on professional service, luxurious bedrooms and superb JOIN OUR E-SHOT MAIL CLUB facilities. Whatever your preference may be you are sure to find commitment to quality, service and superb value. To register with our e-shot club simply visit our website, www.arvonia.co.uk and complete the online registration form. Once LUXURY COACHES registered, you will receive regular updates and notification of our latest Sit back, relax and enjoy your travel experience on board one of our luxury coaches which additional tours and special offers together with some deals exclusive to all benefit from the latest developments in technology, providing ultimate levels of comfort e-shot club members. It’s free and simple and you could pick up some and safety. real bargains. Don’t miss out, register today! All coaches feature: • Air Suspension • Automated Climate Control Systems • cd/dvd & pa systems Satellite Navigation • Luxurious Interior Finish with Reclining Seats, Safety Belts, Armrests, GIFT VOUCHERS Footrests, Seat Back Tables and Glove Nets • Toilet & Washroom, • Drinks Refrigerator Arvonia Gift Vouchers make an excellent present for • Panoramic Double Glazed & Tinted Windows Christmas, birthdays, anniversaries or that special occasion gift for friends or family. SIT BACK, RELAX AND ENJOY! Available in multiples of £5, £20, £50 and £100 Taking a coach holiday means you can sit back in your comfortable coach seat and enjoy the vouchers can be put towards the cost of any the views of the passing countryside and landmarks and of course see much more due to Arvonia holiday at any time within two years of being much higher up from the road. No airport queues or security checks, just sit back, purchase. relax and let someone else do all the work!

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1. Call our friendly and helpful team on 2. Book your holiday or short break online at www.arvonia.co.uk 01286 675175 our professional with complete confidence using our secure online facility 24 hours a and efficient travel consultants are day, 7 days a week. No phone or postal charges, it’s really easy and happy to help with any enquiry you may so convenient –just follow a few simple prompts to navigate through have. the process and within minutes you can easily book your chosen holiday, all from the comfort of your own 3. Call in to our Travel Office in Llanrug and discuss your home. holiday requirements with one of our travel consultants. Travel Office Opening Times: Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00 Saturday 09:00 to 12:30 Closed Sunday & Bank Holidays.

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DEPOSITS MEALS SPECIAL REQUESTS CARE FOR THE DISABLED (a) £50.00 per person on standard British British Tours: On most British tours Should you have any special requests, The holidays in this brochure have been and Continental Coach Holidays. English breakfast is included and a choice please ensure they are advised at the time carefully planned to include as much of of menu is offered for evening meals with of booking, we will then forward them to the interest as possible. Inevitably some holidays (b) £100.00 per person on all Theatre tea or coffee served afterwards. relevant hotels and carriers. We regret that include lengthy periods of travel and some Breaks or holidays involving non refundable special requests cannot be guaranteed. walking on sightseeing excursions. admission or event tickets. European tours: Breakfast is usually continental style. Dinner menus will Additionally, hotels may have steps to normally offer food associated with the ENTERTAINMENT contend with and may not have lifts. We will TRAVEL DOCUMENTS country in which you are staying. Whilst we Some hotels arrange additional try our best to look after disabled Itineraries, luggage labels and travel tickets always prefer a choice of menu we regret entertainment that could include music, passengers, however it is important that you confirming pick-up points and departure that a number of hotels on the continent dancing, film shows, bingo, etc. contact us to discuss any requirements you times will be forwarded approximately may only offer a 3 course set menu. Tea Entertainment offered by hotels is normally may have. We can then check the suitability seven to ten days before departure. and coffee are usually charged as extras. indicated in the hotel description on the of your chosen holiday to your particular holiday page. The nature and frequency of disability before making a reservation. We will Special Diets: If you require a special accept lightweight wheelchairs or walking LUGGAGE diet please inform us at the time of booking, the entertainment presented is at the Please restrict your luggage to one medium aids up to a maximum weight of 15kg this will be notified to the relevant hotel(s). discretion of the hotel and therefore not sized suitcase per person, maximum weight providing that we have been notified in On certain holidays the hotels used are guaranteed and may be withdrawn if there 20kg. A separate small bag can also be advance and they can be folded for stowage tourist class and whilst offering value for is insufficient numbers in the hotel. taken for overnight hotels or ferries on in the luggage compartment. IMPORTANT: money they may not have the full facilities continental holidays (if preferred). We regret that wheelchairs over 15 kg to cope with special diets. Any extra costs PORTERAGE in weight or battery powered scooters Porterage is generally not included in our incurred in providing special diets must be cannot be accepted. Drivers cannot be JOINING POINTS paid directly to the hotel. holidays or short breaks but may not be Please ensure that you are at the exact expected to provide assistance to passengers Tea & Coffee Facilities: Most hotel available at some hotels and when available departure point at least ten minutes before that involves any form of carrying or lifting of bedrooms in the UK now include facilities may incur an extra charge payable direct to your scheduled pick up time and that you a person on or off the coach. for making hot beverages, however it is the hotel. are clearly visible to the driver. Feeder very unusual for this facility to be found in services do operate from certain Continental hotels. departure points and mini buses or taxis may be used. Holiday Diary DATE DESTINATION PAGE DATE DESTINATION PAGE DATE DESTINATION PAGE

OCTOBER/HYDREF 29-30 Birmingham Tattoo 5 FEBRUARY/CHWEFROR 03-05 London City Break** 29-30 York St Nicholas Fayre 18 02-05 Southport 13 04-05 Ludlow & Worcester** 30-03 Dusseldorf & Cologne 30 02-06 Warner Holme Lacy 14 04-05 Manchester 5 30-05 Monschau & Aachen 30 02-06 Paignton 10 05-09 West Country** DECEMBER/RHAGFYR 02-06 Weymouth 11 05-09 Ireland Galway Bay** 01-05 Weston Super Mare 10 06-08 Bath & Cotswolds 6 06-10 Eastbourne** 01-05 Isle of Wight 12 06-08 Northumberland & Durham 8 10-12 Southport** 04-07 Brussels & Liege 25 06-08 Yorkshire Dales 9 10-12 Cardiff 4 05-08 Matlock Victorian Fayre 16 07-08 Chester City Break 6 10-12 Glasgow Weekend** 06-07 Liverpool City Break 4 08-12 Bournemouth 11 13-17 Paignton** 06-07 Manchester City Break 5 09-13 Newquay 9 13-17 Oban Bay** 08-11 Thursford 13 09-13 Paignton 10 13-17 Weston S Mare** 08-11 Castle Howard at Christmas 17 14-15 Manchester City Break 5 19-23 Bournemouth** 15-19 Dunoon & Isle of Bute 19 08-11 Strasbourg & Black Forest 29 15-18 Paris & River Seine Cruise 27 20-24 Warner Holme Lacy 14 08-12 Truro Christmas Market 15 20-29 The Blue Danube** 15-22 Austria & Switzerland 31 12-14 Bristol & Bath Markets 15 16-20 Warner Thoresby Hall 14 24-26 Edinburgh Weekend** 12-14 Cardiff City Break 4 24-26 Bristol & Bath** 16-20 Warner Alvaston Hall 14 12-15 Keukenhof & Amsterdam 25 18-26 Viareggio Carnival 35 24-27 Winchester** 13-14 Liverpool City Break 4 27-31 Cardiff City Break** 19-22 Disneyland Paris 28 13-14 Chatsworth at Christmastime 16 20-22 Cardiff City Break 4 31-02 Cardiff City Break** 13-14 Skipton Yuletide Festival 17 20-22 York City Break 8 31-03 Cosmopolitan Amsterdam** 19-21 York City Break 8 20-23 Paris City Break 27 23-27 Christmas in Cheshire 22 Tours marked ** are featured in the Summer 2014 23-27 Looe & Cornish Coast 9 brochure – separate details available on request 23-27 Christmas in Northumbria 22 23-27 Bournemouth 11 23-27 Christmas in Derbyshire 23 23-27 Warner Nidd Hall 14 23-27 Christmas in Lincolnshire 23 28-01 Leeds & York 6 NOVEMBER/TACHWEDD 23-27 Christmas in Stratford Upon Avon 24 28-02 Leeds & York 17 02-04 Reims & Champagne 28 30-01 New Year in London 20 03-07 Warner Alvaston Hall 14 30-02 New Year in Cardiff 21 MARCH/MAWRTH 03-07 Blairgowrie 19 30-02 New Year in St Pierre 21 01-05 Deauville & Normandy 29 08-11 Disneyland Paris 28 30-02 New Year in Northumbria 21 02-05 Paris & River Seine Cruise 27 08-17 Treasures of Tuscany 34 30-02 New Year in Brugge 24 02-06 Torquay 10 10-14 Newquay 9 02-06 Loch Lomond 19 10-14 Torquay 10 JANUARY/IONAWR 06-07 Bath & Cotswolds 6 10-14 Warner Cricket St Thomas 14 02-04 Cardiff City Break 4 08-15 Lake Garda 33 14-16 Cardiff City Break 4 02-05 Paignton 10 09-13 Lincolnshire 13 14-16 Glastonbury Carnival 7 10-11 Manchester City Break 5 09-13 Warner Littlecote 14 15-16 Chatsworth at Christmastime 16 10-11 Chester City Break 6 09-13 Scottish Snowdrops 20 16-17 Blackpool Irish Festival 5 10-11 Manchester City Break 5 15-19 Belfast & Antrim 18 16-20 Loch Lomond 19 12-16 Warner Cricket St Thomas 14 16-20 Newquay 9 17-18 Eastbourne 12 16-18 London City Break 7 16-20 Torquay 10 17-21 Warner Thoresby Hall 14 16-18 Yorkshire Dales 9 16-20 St Patricks at Donegal 18 17-21 Dunoon & Isle of Bute 19 19-23 Bournemouth 11 20-22 Harrogate & Herriot 7 23-25 Cardiff City Break 4 20-22 Yorkshire Dales 9 21-23 Gloucester Quays Market 15 21-29 Italy Diano Marina 32 22-23 Leeds City Break 4 23-26 Medieval Brugge 26 24-25 Manchester City Break 5 22-26 Cosmopolitan Amsterdam 26 22-23 Manchester City Break 5 23-26 Southport 13 22-23 Liverpool City Break 4 26-30 Worthing 12 26-30 Lincolnshire 13 23-27 Sandbanks & Dorset 11 24-28 Oban Bay 20 27-29 Wye Valley & Cotswolds 8 28-30 Ludlow Medieval Fayre 16 26-30 Loch Lomond 19 30-01 Harrogate & Herriot 7 27-30 Paris City Break 27 29-30 Liverpool City Break 4 29-02 Eastbourne 12 Information and Bookings 01286 675175 b m o c w e N r a h C

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© Cardiff City Break The very name conjures up images of a glorious maritime history, a world-beating The vibrant, cosmopolitan capital of Wales has Leeds City Break musical heritage and football! A listed 4 an abundance of attractions, culture and UNESCO World Heritage Site Liverpool is An overnight break to Yorkshire with leisure facilities including its fairy-tale castle firmly established as one of the UK’s most accommodation at the excellent four star and the famous Millennium Stadium, plus acres popular city-break destinations. Liverpool Crowne Plaza Hotel in the vibrant city of of lush parkland and first class shopping ONE is the largest city centre regeneration Leeds, the culture capital of the north. The opportunities. The attractive Cardiff Bay project in Europe which has given Liverpool city has something for everyone with the waterfront area with its old wharfs, new piers shopping a whole new dimension in a S Waterfront area plus excellent museums and and glass fronted restaurants is home to the stunningly designed centre. Y art galleries including the Royal Armouries.

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I the North’ with superb designer shopping in outskirts of the city is the fascinating St Day One: We head to Liverpool, arriving mid L the Victoria Quarter, independent boutiques, Fagan’s Natural History Museum, one of morning. The day is then free for shopping or O high street favourites and market bargains all Europe's leading open-air museums with sightseeing and to enjoy the vibrant city nightlife H within easy walking distance. exhibits from Celtic times to the present day. with numerous restaurants, bars and clubs to suit H ITINERARY all tastes. S

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I The luxurious five star Hilton Cardiff is the Pennines into Yorkshire and on to the city of to explore, perhaps a visit to the Albert Dock, the

R conveniently situated in the heart of the Capital. Leeds. The rest of the day is then free to Beatles Story, one of the many museums, the city’s B Facilities include a restaurant and two bar areas commence exploring the shops in the city centre or cathedrals or a cruise on the Mersey. We depart plus a leisure club with swimming pool, jacuzzi, maybe some sightseeing. This evening enjoy a late afternoon for our homeward journey. sauna, steam room and gym. All bedrooms meal in one of the city’s numerous bars and feature air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, RADISSON BLU LIVERPOOL HHHH iron and board, trouser press, hairdryer and tea restaurants then maybe sample the vibrant city The four star Radisson is situated overlooking the & coffee making facilities. Lift to all floors. nightlife. River Mersey and the famous Liver Building. Day Two: After a leisurely breakfast there is HOLIDAY INN CITY CENTRE HHHH Facilities include restaurant and bar, swimming further free time for shopping or sightseeing in the The four star Holiday Inn is conveniently located pool, spa and gym. All bedrooms feature air- city. If you prefer to why not join us on the coach for in the city centre between the Millennium conditioning, flat-screen satellite TV, free internet a visit to the White Rose Shopping Centre situated Stadium and Cardiff Castle. Facilities include the access, telephone, hair dryer, minibar and tea / on the outskirts of the city where there are over Junction Restaurant and bar, plus the coffee tray. Lift to all Floors. Callaghan’s Sports Bar. All bedrooms feature air- 100 shops to browse around. We depart for home HILTON LIVERPOOL HHHH conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, trouser in the late afternoon. The Hilton is ideally situated in the heart of press, iron & board, plus tea / coffee tray. Lift to Liverpool One. Facilities include three restaurants all floors. CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL HHHH and a bar. All bedrooms feature air conditioning, DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE This excellent four star hotel is ideally located in satellite television, telephone, hairdryer, iron & the centre of the city. Facilities include a lobby board, room safe and tea & coffee making Friday 10 Oct 3 days (Hol Inn) £129 lounge area, the Grill Restaurant and Mezzanine facilities. Lift to all floors. Friday 14 Nov 3 days (Hol Inn) £129 Bar, plus a health club with swimming pool, sauna, solarium, fitness centre and spa treatment DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Friday 12 Dec 3 days (Hol Inn) £129 rooms. All bedrooms feature air conditioning, flat Saturday 22 Nov 2 days (Rad) £89 Friday 02 Jan 3 days (Hilton) £119 screen TV, internet access, hairdryer, mini bar, room safe, plus tea & coffee making facilities. Lift Saturday 29 Nov 2 days (Rad) £89 Friday 23 Jan 3 days (Hilton) £129 to all floors. Saturday 29 Nov 2 days (Hilton) £129 Friday 20 Feb 3 days (Hilton) £139 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Saturday 06 Dec 2 days (Rad) £89 Friday 17 Apr 3 days (Hilton) £149 Saturday 22 Nov 2 days £89 Saturday 13 Dec 2 days (Rad) £89 Price includes 4 Two nights accommodation with full English breakfast. Price includes 4 Overnight accommodation with full Price includes 4 Overnight accommodation with Supplement: Single Room (Hilton) £60 English breakfast. buffet breakfast. (Holiday Inn) £30 Included dinners at Holiday Inn £24 Supplement: S ingle Room £30 Supplement: Single Room: Radisson £20 / Hilton £85

For online bookings visit www.arvonia.co.uk Manchester Birmingham City Break International One of the UK’s most popular city break Blackpool Irish destinations with fantastic entertainment Tattoo venues, theatres, museums and galleries, Country Music restaurants, bars, and so much more. When it The Birmingham Tattoo has deservedly comes to shopping Manchester has a great mix earned itself a reputation as the ultimate Festival armed service spectacle, well recognised as of high-street chains, exclusive fashion and Join us for a fantastic overnight one of the leading events of its type in 5 designer stores and individual traders. entertainment break in one of Britain’s most Europe. Held annually at the National Indoor popular holiday resorts and enjoy an evening ITINERARY Arena the Tattoo features massed military of live music for your listening and dancing bands and displays and attracts performers Day One: We drive to Manchester where the pleasure, featuring Susan McCann & her from Europe as well as British bands that remainder of the day is free for sightseeing or Band and supported by the Barry Doyle shopping. The Arndale Centre is one of the largest normally include the Royal Marines,

Band. The event takes place in the excellent S city centre shopping malls in Britain plus there are Coldstream Guards, King's Division and the 4 star Hilton Hotel, situated on Blackpool’s Y Gurkhas. See one of the largest gatherings of many other fine shops to explore, including Selfridges North Shore overlooking the beach and A standard bearers on parade and enjoy the & Harvey Nicholls. This evening enjoy a meal in one promenade. D of the city’s numerous bars and restaurants then field gun racing, dancers, gymnastics, fanfare I L maybe sample the buzzing nightlife. trumpeters, dog display teams, plus other ITINERARY spectacular performances all culminating in O

Day Two: Some further free time in the city to Day One: We travel north to Blackpool arriving in H

an amazing grand finale. explore, perhaps visit the Cathedral or the excellent the resort around lunchtime, Afternoon at leisure museums such as the Museum of Science and to explore some of the resort’s attractions or H ITINERARY S Industry or the Manchester Art Gallery. We leave for maybe relax in the hotel leisure facilities. After our I Day One: We travel south to Birmingham and T home in the late afternoon. included dinner this evening Barry Doyle & his I check in to the Hilton Garden Inn. Some free time Band will take to the stage then after a short break R

follows in the afternoon before we take our seats at B Susan McCann & her band will play some of the MACDONALD MANCHESTER HHHH the NIA for the early evening performance of the best Country and Irish Music around. The Macdonald is the city’s largest four star hotel Birmingham International Tattoo. located at Piccadilly. Facilities include spa Day Two: After breakfast we have a morning at Day Two: A day at leisure for shopping or exploring treatment rooms and the Scottish Steak Club. All leisure, perhaps take a refreshing walk along the the city, an opportunity to browse around the spacious bedrooms feature air-conditioning, promenade. We depart from the hotel at 14.00 Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market and Craft LCD television, complimentary Wi-Fi, hair dryer, and commence our homeward journey. Fair. A huge favourite with both residents and tea and coffee facilities, laptop safe, plus iron and Susan McCann: Now in her 30th year as a board. Lift to all floors. visitors it is now the largest Christmas Market in the country and is the centre-piece of the city’s annual professional entertainer, Susan McCann is HILTON DOUBLTREE MANCHESTER HHHH Christmas events calendar. We depart late Ireland's First Lady of Country Music, a highly Located at Piccadilly in the heart of the city centre afternoon and commence our journey home to respected personality with both the public and just a short walking distance to the shopping North Wales. media in her homeland and overseas. She is areas. Facilities include the City Cafe and the certainly one of the most travelled and consistent Piccadilly Lounge. All bedrooms feature floor-to- performers to emanate from the Emerald Isle. ceiling windows, complimentary WiFi, iMac TV’s, HILTON GARDEN INN HHHH tea and coffee facilities, room safe, hair dryer, iron The Hilton Garden Inn boasts an ideal location in HILTON BLACKPOOL and board. Lift to all floors. the Brindleyplace canal area, just off HHHH Birmingham’s Broad Street and within walking Facilities at the hotel include the Promenade DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE distance to the NIA. Facilities include a restaurant, Restaurant, cocktail bar, fitness room, plus an lounge bar and the City Café, all the spacious indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam room. All Saturday 04 Oct 2 days (Macdonald) £90 guest rooms feature air-conditioning, an Apple the en suite bedrooms feature satellite television, Saturday 22 Nov 2 days (Doubletree) £89 iMac entertainment system with combined TV and telephone, trouser press, hairdryer and tea & PC, complimentary internet access, mini fridge, coffee making facilities. Lift to all floors. Saturday 06 Dec 2 days (Doubletree) £89 room safe and tea & coffee making facilities. Lift Saturday 10 Jan 2 days (Doubletree) £85 to all floors. DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE

Saturday 24 Jan 2 days (Macdonald) £85 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Sunday 16 Nov 2 days £85 Saturday 14 Feb 2 days (Macdonald) £85 Saturday 29 Nov 2 days £149 Price includes 4 Overnight accommodation with Price includes 4 Overnight accommodation with dinner and full buffet breakfast 4 admission to the buffet breakfast. Price includes 4 Overnight accommodation with full music festival. (Reduced bar prices on selected drinks Supplement: Single Room (Macdonald) £45 English breakfast 4 A dmission to the Tattoo. during the evening). (Doubletree) £50 Supplement: S ingle Room: £55 Supplement: Single Room: £20

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© Chester Leeds & York Georgian Bath City Break The city of Leeds boasts something for & The Cotswolds 6 everyone from stylish shopping and decadent 2000 year old Chester is Britain’s most famous dining to contemporary arts. The compact city The spectacular city of Bath with its wealth of and popular historic city, awash with history centre is easy to explore and features some magnificent Georgian architecture has been and heritage and its unforgettable half- stunning architecture such as the Town Hall designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage timbered buildings. Enjoy the style and serenity and the Victoria Quarter. The magnificent city Site. The city features some of the most of medieval Chester with its buildings of every of York surrounded by its imposing walls and stunning architecture in Europe with beautiful S era, each carefully restored to retain the old medieval gates is world renowned and has Georgian squares and elegant crescents that Y world backdrop to the modern day bustle of sweep down to the slopes of the River Avon.

A numerous award winning attractions to vibrant city life. Chester is also home to the The enchanting Cotswolds are one of the

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O the Roman City Walls and a cathedral with a Day One: We travel across the Pennines to the city picturesque villages with their unique mellow H history spanning almost two thousand years. of Leeds where the remainder of the day is at buff stone cottages. H ITINERARY leisure for shopping or sightseeing. The beautiful S ITINERARY

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T Day One: We travel across to Chester arriving in the Day One: We travel south to Stratford Upon Avon

I centre in Northern England and there are some late morning. The remainder of the day is then free to then on into the picturesque Cotswolds via Chipping R great museums and galleries such as the Royal commence some shopping or exploring the city B Armouries museum, Leeds Art Gallery and the City Norton and Burford to reach our hotel at Blunsdon. attractions, maybe step back in time and take a Museum. We depart late afternoon and continue to Day Two: A visit to the city of Bath to explore its sightseeing tour aboard the city’s 1924 open-top our hotel located a short distance from the city iconic attractions and architecture. Stroll around the vintage bus. centre. flower filled streets, take a trip back through time in Day Two: A day at leisure to enjoy this enchanting Day Two: Today we visit the magnificent City of the museums, see famous sights such as the Pump city. Perhaps take a cruise on the river Dee, visit the York where you may like to take a sightseeing tour, Rooms and Roman Baths, beautiful Bath Abbey, Cathedral or a walk around the Roman walls, Chester a walk on the city walls or perhaps a River Cruise. plus the magnificent Crescent and Pulteney Bridge. is the only city in Britain that retains the complete See the mighty York Minster, the largest gothic Day Three: We see more of the delightful circuit of its ancient defensive walls. From the top, cathedral in Northern Europe, explore the Cotswolds and visit Bourton on the Water, also there are fine views down into the busy medieval "Shambles" with its ancient buildings leaning in all known as the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’ with its streets, the River Dee and the surrounding directions and be sure to see the Jorvik Centre and bridges crossing the River Windrush. On then to countryside to the Welsh mountains, giving a the excellent Castle and Railway Museums. We Stow on the Wold with its vast market square and fascinating insight into Chester’s 2,000 years of depart mid-afternoon for our homeward journey. elegant town houses, then through the Vale of history. Evesham and on home to North Wales. HOLIDAY INN LEEDS / BRADFORD HHH QUEEN HOTEL HHHH This charming ivy clad building is a former 19th BLUNSDON HOUSE HOTEL HHHH The Queen Hotel has recently had a £20 million century vicarage that has been gracefully A family owned and run hotel located on the edge pound refurbishment programme completed. Set converted into one of West Yorkshire's most of the Cotswolds. Facilities include two near the heart of Chester, it is just a few minutes’ popular hotels. Facilities include a restaurant and restaurants and three bars, indoor pool, spa and walk from the shops and city attractions. Facilities bar area with a cosy log fire and a fitness room. sauna. All bedrooms feature power shower & include three restaurants, three bars and a fitness All bedrooms feature satellite TV, telephone, bathrobe, flat screen TV, internet access, suite. All bedrooms feature satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, hairdryer, iron & board, plus tea/coffee tray. Lift to hairdryer, telephone, minibar and tea / coffee telephone, hairdryer, iron & board and tea/coffee all floors. facilities. Lift to all floors. tray. Lift to all floors. DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Saturday 10 Jan 2 days £75 Saturday 28 Feb 2 days £69 Friday 06 Feb 3 days £129 Saturday 07 Feb 2 days £79 Saturday 18 Apr 2 days £79 Friday 06 Mar 3 days £129 Price includes 4 Overnight accommodation with Price includes 4 Overnight accommodation with Price includes 4 Two nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast. dinner and breakfast. dinner and breakfast Supplement: Single Room £30 Supplement: S ingle Room £15 Supplement: Single room £36

For online bookings visit www.arvonia.co.uk Glastonbury Harrogate & London Carnival Herriot Country City Break There are many illuminated carnivals and events held every year in Somerset and the A nice weekend break to Yorkshire and the London is one of the world’s greatest cities 7 highlight of the whole year are the November attractive Victorian spa town of Harrogate with numerous renowned attractions such as Guy Fawkes Carnivals. These processions of located at the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales. the "Changing of the Guard", Big Ben & the illuminated 'carts' or 'floats' are part of an Harrogate is famous for its floral displays and Houses of Parliament, St Paul's Cathedral, ancient tradition which stretches back as far as tea shops, and has a fascinating spa heritage Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus and the the 1600s when many parts of Somerset with buildings of note that include the Royal Tower of London to name but a few. London’s Pump Room and Turkish Baths. Enjoy an commemorated the Gunpowder Plot. The theatre’s, museums and art galleries are the S included drive into Herriot Country and a visit spectacular Glastonbury Carnival is regarded finest in the world and there is no better Y as one of the best. to the magnificent City of York. place for shopping with the famous A

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Day One: We travel south to the city of Bristol, designer outlets on Bond Street. O Yorkshire and on to Harrogate where the afternoon arriving in the early afternoon. Free time follows to H commence exploring the city and its attractions, will be free to commence exploring and maybe visit ITINERARY perhaps take a sightseeing tour or a river cruise, the famous Betty's Tearooms. The stylish Day One: Early departure for our journey south H S explore the narrow cobbled streets of the old town, Montpellier Quarter is home to an array of exclusive along the motorway networks to London arriving in I T visit the cathedral and maybe Brunel’s SS Great shops, pavement cafes, bars, restaurants and the Capital during the afternoon. The rest of the I

Britain. regarded as the 'Antiques and Art Centre of the day is then free for you to commence exploring the R North'. B Day Two: A further morning at leisure to explore city attractions. Bristol then in the afternoon we head to Glastonbury Day Two: A morning visit to Ripon, one of Day Two: At leisure to enjoy the Capital, perhaps a to enjoy the spectacular evening carnival parade. The England’s smallest cities with its historic buildings visit to the superb museums or maybe the Tower floats can be huge, up to 100 feet long and covered including the cathedral. We then continue on into of London, a sightseeing tour on an open top bus, in thousands of light bulbs, the results of months of Herriot Country and the lovely olde worlde town of a Thames River Cruise, or a flight on the London work by the Carnival Clubs. Grand fireworks displays Thirsk. An opportunity here to visit ‘The World of Eye giving you a bird’s eye view of the city – the and street entertainment will also add to the sense of James Herriot’, situated in the original Grade two choice is just endless. listed house. Re-live the TV series 'All Creatures fiesta and fun. Day Three: Following breakfast this morning some Great and Small' in three studio sets which include Day Three: We leave Bristol and head to the further free time to visit some of London’s many original props including the Austin 7 car. delightful black & white market town of Ludlow with attractions or maybe browse some of the exclusive its numerous listed buildings, handsome architecture, Day Three: We visit the magnificent City of York department stores. We depart the hotel early imposing castle, historic market place and interesting with its world famous minster and numerous award afternoon and commence our homeward journey. lanes to explore. We depart again in the afternoon winning visitor attractions, then depart mid- and continue our homeward journey. afternoon for our homeward journey. HILTON LONDON KENSINGTON HHHH The four star Hilton London Kensington is set HOLIDAY INN HARROGATE HILTON GARDEN INN BRISTOL HHHH HHHH within tree-lined Holland Park with easy access to The four star Holiday Inn is an eleven storey The Hilton hotel is centrally situated overlooking the city centre and just 5 minutes’ walk from the building ideally located in the centre of Harrogate. Temple Gardens within walking distance of many Westfield, one of Europe’s largest shopping malls. Facilities include the Classics bar and Abbey attractions. Facilities include lounge bar, The hotel has two restaurants, a lounge and bar, Restaurant, all bedrooms feature satellite TV, restaurant and terrace. All guestrooms feature plus a gym, sauna and steam room. All bedrooms telephone, hairdryer, iron & board and tea / coffee walk in shower, air-conditioning, satellite TV, feature air-conditioning, satellite TV, hairdryer, tray. Lift to all floors. fridge, hairdryer, safe and tea / coffee facilities. telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. Lift to Lift available. ors DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE all flo DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Friday 30 Jan 3 days £129 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Friday 14 Nov 3 days £145 Friday 20 Mar 3 days £139 Friday 16 Jan 3 days £169

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S the landscape with numerous medieval castles in England to visit, famous for fine their half timbered houses and marvel at the Y and fortifications. landscapes, gently undulating hills and

A picturesque villages with mellow buff stone Gothic masterpiece of York Minster in whose

D ITINERARY cottages. foundations lay the original layers of York’s I history. The museums are excellent and there L Day One: Day One: We travel north to Newcastle ITINERARY is a fantastically varied shopping area, you’ll

O upon Tyne to see the city’s magnificent Millennium find it no wonder that York has been labelled

H Bridge then continue on to the Marriott Hotel at Day One: We travel south to the Wye Valley and nearby Gosforth where we stay for two nights. visit Ross on Wye, then on via Monmouth and England’s finest historic city. H Tintern Abbey to Chepstow. We cross the Severn S Day Two: Today we visit the city of Durham where ITINERARY I Bridge and continue on to Swindon for two nights at

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I Day One: We travel across the Pennines into main attraction. Explore the compact city centre with the Marriott Hotel.

R Yorkshire and on to the medieval city of York where its delightful medieval buildings, plus the quaint Day Two: We drive into the southern Cotswolds B we check in to the Queens Hotel. cobbled streets and ancient bridges of the old town. and visit the market town of Cirencester, then Day Two: A full day in York, perhaps take a Day Three: We check out this morning and take a continue on to the city of Gloucester, Britain’s most sightseeing open top bus tour or a boat trip on the scenic drive along part of the route of the famous inland port. Attractions include the cathedral plus River Ouse, stroll down Viking streets at the Jorvik Hadrian’s Wall to the Chesters Roman Fort & the historic docks development with its Victorian Centre, take a walk on the famous city walls, Museum at Chollerford, regarded as the best- warehouses, now home to museums, arts, crafts explore the "Shambles" with its ancient leaning preserved Roman cavalry fort in Britain. We then call and antiques centres. buildings, see the excellent Castle Museum with its at Hexham, a charming market town characterised by Day Three: We head to delightful Bourton on the Victorian street and the superb Railway Museum its stone architecture, cobbled streets and historic Water with its model village and railway, also known housing a collection of over 100 locomotives. buildings including the medieval abbey. We depart as the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’ with its bridges after lunch and commence our journey home to North crossing the River Windrush. On then to Stow on Day Three: A further morning at leisure for some Wales. the Wold with its vast market square and elegant final exploration or shopping in the city. We depart town houses, then through the Vale of Evesham and from the hotel in the early afternoon and commence our journey home to North Wales. MARRIOTT GOSFORTH PARK HHHH on home to North Wales. The luxurious Marriott Gosforth Park Hotel is situated within 12 acres of parkland on the MARRIOTT SWINDON HHHH QUEENS HOTEL HHHH outskirts of Newcastle. Facilities include the Plate Set in mature woodlands on the outskirts of The Queens Hotel is ideally situated in the city restaurant, and the Chats Café Bar and lounge, Swindon the hotel features a swimming pool, centre on the banks of the River Ouse. Facilities plus a leisure suite with swimming pool, sauna, steam room, sauna and spa bath, plus the include the Royal Brasserie Restaurant and jacuzzi, steam room and gym. All bedrooms Mediterrano restaurant and Chats Café Bar. All Riverside Bar, all bedrooms feature freeview TV, feature the renowned Marriott luxury bedding, air bedrooms feature flat screen TV, mini bar, safe, free wi-fi, telephone, tea/coffee facilities and conditioning, satellite television, internet access, hairdryer and tea / coffee tray. Lift available. hairdryer. Lift to all floors. hair dryer, iron & board, room safe plus tea & coffee facilities. Lift to all floors. DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Friday 27 Mar 3 days £155 Friday 19 Dec 3 days £95 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Friday 20 Feb 3 days £115 Friday 06 Feb 3 days £139 Price includes 4 two nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast, glass of wine with dinner on the Price includes 4 Two nights accommodation with first night, 50% off bar prices (selected drinks) between Price includes 4 Two nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast. 6.00 and 9.00 pm dinner and breakfast. Supplement: Single Room £40 Supplement: S ingle Room £35 Supplement: Single Room £60

For online bookings visit www.arvonia.co.uk 2 FOR 1 Looe & The DRINKS Newquay Cornish Coast Yorkshire Dales The ever popular resort of Newquay, regarded A spring break to the south coast of Cornwall as the premier resort on Cornwall’s northern and the popular fishing port of Looe, divided & The Peaks coastline, famous for its magnificent beaches into East and West Looe by a seven arched Yorkshire is the largest of England's counties and huge Atlantic rollers that make it one of bridge over the tidal river. Stroll around the and one of the most scenic. The picturesque Europe’s finest surfing venues. There are nice historic harbour-side and see the catches 9 Yorkshire Dales is an area of great natural cliff top paths & seaside walks to enjoy plus being unloaded from the fishing boats and beauty and a wonderful place to visit at any Trenance Park with its lakes, fountains and explore the maze-like streets with their time of the year. The area was designated as a landscaped gardens. The town centre has a interesting mix of traditional craft shops, national park in 1954 because of its beautiful pedestrian shopping area with a good range bars and restaurants, with many buildings rolling countryside, amazing wildlife and of shops, a picturesque harbour, and plenty of dating from the 16th and 17th centuries. S cultural heritage and is home to numerous cafes & bars. EXCURSIONS INCLUDED Y

picturesque towns and villages. A EXCURSIONS INCLUDED We visit the historic maritime city of Plymouth with D

ITINERARY A visit to the historic city of Truro with its lovely its numerous attractions. The magnificent I L Day One: We travel across the Pennines into Georgian town houses and elegant cobbled streets Plymouth Hoe is the backdrop for Sir Francis O Yorkshire for an afternoon visit to Saltaire Village at and alleyways to explore, plus the stunning Drake’s legendary game of bowls and provides a H

Bradford. Built by Sir Titus Salt in the 19th century to cathedral with its three soaring spires that panoramic view of Plymouth Sound. Other house employees at his Textile Mill it is now dominate the skyline. We continue on to the attractions include the Citadel, the deep water H Roseland Peninsula and the principal village of St aquarium, and the Elizabethan Barbican with its S designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. I

Mawes with its quaint harbour and whitewashed quaint narrow cobbled streets. T

Enjoy a guided walk accompanied by local costumed I houses, overlooked by the clover leaf shaped St characters. Half day visit the delightful old harbour town of R

Mawes Castle. B Day Two: We visit the delightful market town of Padstow on the Camel Estuary, also well known as Skipton with its canal basin and 900 year old castle. A short day visit to the popular town of St Ives, Rick Stein Country. Explore the quaint narrow On then into the Dales and the lovely village of situated at the western end of the Cornish streets and interesting shops and maybe take a Grassington with its cobbled market square, then on Peninsula overlooking a spectacular crescent of walk to the headland for some fabulous views of via Pateley Bridge and Nidderdale to Ripon, one of golden sand beaches. Also known as an artist’s and the estuary and distant hills. England’s smallest cities with many historic buildings. photographer’s paradise St Ives has enchanting narrow streets and lanes to explore with grey-stone OPTIONAL EXCURSION Day Three: We head to Keighley for a ride on the fisherman’s cottages and a lovely picturesque Worth Valley Steam Railway to Oxenhope, then A visit to the Eden Project at St Austell, one of harbour. continue to the Pennine village of Holmfirth, the England’s major attractions. See the world's location for the popular TV series ‘Last of the largest rainforest in captivity with steamy jungles Summer Wine’. We depart for home mid-afternoon. FISTRAL BEACH HOTEL HHHH and waterfalls, take a walk among the treetops, This excellent four star hotel offers some fabulous see cutting-edge architecture and buildings, all views of the Atlantic rollers breaking against the year garden displays, plus world-class sculpture JURY’S INN BRADFORD HHH shore. Following recent major refurbishment the and art. The three star Jury's Inn is located in the centre hotel has been upgraded to four star with facilities of Bradford. Facilities include restaurant, bar and that include swimming pool, sauna, steam room, gym, all bedrooms feature flat screen TV, free Wi- PORTBYHAN HOTEL HHH fitness suite and spa, plus restaurant, bar and a The Portbyhan offers stunning views from its Fi, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee facilities. ballroom where regular entertainment is provided. Lift to all floors. unrivalled position on the quayside of West Looe. All bedrooms feature satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, Facilities include a restaurant and bar area with telephone and tea / coffee facilities. DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE nightly entertainment, plus a first floor lounge. All bedrooms feature satellite TV, telephone, hairdryer Friday 16 Jan 3 days £99 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE and tea / coffee tray. A lift serves all floors. Friday 06 Feb 3 days £99 Monday 10 Nov 5 days £219 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Friday 20 Mar 3 days £109 Monday 09 Feb 5 days £199 Monday 23 Feb 5 days £199 Price includes 4 Two nights accommodation with Monday 16 Mar 5 days £219 dinner and breakfast 4 Guided tour of Saltaire Village Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with 4 Worth Valley Railway Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast, 4 2 for 1 drinks offer from 8-10pm. dinner and breakfast. Supplements per person: Single room £40, Supplement: Single Room £30 Supplement: Single room £40 / Sea View £60 Sea/Harbour view £20, Sea/Harbour View Balcony £40.

Information and Bookings 01286 675175 TURKEY & TINSEL BREAK Torquay Paignton One of Britain’s most famous resorts situated at the heart of a magnificent coastline. Weston Nestling in the centre of the English Riviera Fashionable since Victorian times and often between two rugged headlands lies the popular referred to as the 'English Riviera' Torbay is Super Mare 10 traditional sea-side resort of Paignton, situated blessed with a mild climate, sparkling blue The popular holiday resort of Weston Super between Torquay and Brixham. The town enjoys waters, blue-flag beaches and beautiful Mare is situated in a sheltered bay at the foot a lovely year round mild climate and has a long gardens for that relaxing stroll. The resort has of the Mendip Hills. From humble beginnings flat promenade for those relaxing strolls. There a distinct Mediterranean feel created by its as a fishing village Weston has become one of is a traditional pier and quaint harbour-side, palm tree lined promenade. Britain’s premier seaside resorts with fine picturesque parks and gardens plus a good

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Y an excellent shopping centre plus a long We travel via Totnes and the Dart Valley to visit A sweeping promenade and colourful gardens EXCURSIONS INCLUDED Buckfast Abbey, then continue on to the city of D to take a relaxing stroll and enjoy the views I We take a drive along the South Devon Coastline via Plymouth with its renowned maritime heritage.

L across to the Welsh Hills. Teignmouth, Dawlish and Starcross to visit the city of Attractions include the famous Hoe with its O Exeter, home of the magnificent St Peter’s Cathedral memorials and statues, the Citadel and the EXCURSIONS INCLUDED H

with its two massive Norman Towers. We return via Elizabethan Barbican with its quaint narrow cobbled We visit the magnificent Georgian city of Bath.

H the Lemon Valley and Newton Abbot. streets, plus the naval dockyards and warships. Explore the delightful Christmas Market with its S

I We travel via historic Totnes and the South Hams to A short day excursion travelling via Shaldon and traditional wooden chalets and the fragrances of T

I Dartmouth, the home of the Britannia Royal Naval Teignmouth to Dawlish, then on to Sidmouth, a hot mulled wine and pine needles in the air. Other

R College. A quaint riverside town with inviting narrow lovely unspoilt resort with fine Regency famous sights in the city include the Pump Rooms B streets to explore, plus the fascinating timber framed architecture, an elegant promenade and red and Roman Baths, the Abbey, plus the magnificent Butterwalk, delightful cobbled quaysides and sandstone cliffs that overlook Lyme Bay. Crescent and Pulteney Bridge. Bath Christmas colourful gardens. (5 day tours only) Market became the first to be awarded a VAQAS DERWENT HOTEL award for being a 'Quality Assured Visitor QUEENS HOTEL HHH Located 500 metres from Torquay Seafront. There Attraction'. The Queens is a popular family run hotel located are superb facilities with swimming pool, hot tub, We take a drive through the Mendip Hills to see the in a nice level position just 200 yards from the sauna, steam room and gym. There are famous limestone Cheddar Gorge, the largest gorge town centre and seafront. Facilities include a comfortable bars and lounges including the in England with 450ft high cliffs creating its heated indoor swimming pool, lounge bar, Starlight Lounge which hosts great nightly impressive natural beauty. From here we continue entertainment. All bedrooms feature satellite TV, restaurant, plus an entertainment room & dance on to visit Wells, England’s smallest city with its telephone and tea/coffee tray. floor. All bedrooms feature TV & free wi/fi, truly medieval character, see the historic centre, the loors. telephone, plus tea & coffee tray. Lift to all f HEADLAND HOTEL HHH magnificent cathedral and the unique moated PALACE HOTEL HHH Situated overlooking Meadfoot Beach with Bishop's Palace. The Palace is in a superb location on Paignton stunning views across Torbay. Facilities include an Green, opposite the seafront and beach and just a outdoor swimming pool, the Romanoff Restaurant, SMITHS HOTEL HHH short level stroll from the town centre. Facilities two lounges and a dance floor. All bedrooms A family run three star hotel occupying a prime include a restaurant, bar and lounge area, plus feature television, telephone and tea/coffee tray. position on the sea front with panoramic views of swimming pool, spa bath, and gymnasium. All Lift to most rooms. Please note the hotel is the bay. Facilities include the restaurant, a bedrooms feature TV & free wi/fi, telephone and located on a hilltop, courtesy transport is available Victorian themed terrace, the Waterfront Bar, plus tea / coffee tray. Lift to most rooms. to and from the town centre at certain times. the Pier View lounge where entertainment is provided every night. All bedrooms are en suite DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE with satellite TV, hairdryer, telephone, plus tea & Friday 02 Jan 4 days (Palace) £139 Monday 10 Nov 5 days (Derwent) £229 coffee making facilities. Lift to all floors.

Monday 02 Feb 5 days (Queens) £179 Monday 02 Mar 5 days (Headland) £209 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Monday 09 Feb 4 days (Palace) £209 Monday 16 Mar 5 days (Derwent) £229 Monday 01 Dec 5 days £225

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For online bookings visit www.arvonia.co.uk Bournemouth Essentially Victorian in character Sandbanks & Bournemouth is justly described as the Garden City of the South with over 2000 acres The Dorset Coast Weymouth of superb parks and gardens. There are miles Sandbanks is a small sandy peninsula 11 of level seafront with golden beaches for located near Poole Harbour, known as A super value winter break to Dorset and the those relaxing strolls, a superb pier offering ‘Millionaire’s Row’ and home to some of the ever popular historic town of Weymouth, full of stunning views across the bay and for most expensive and exclusive houses in the character and renowned for its delightful bay the discerning shopper a combination of UK, some of which are owned by celebrities. with a long arc of award winning golden sands, cosmopolitan, vintage and boutique shopping. The peninsula is little more than a kilometre a wonderful sweep of Georgian sea-front EXCURSIONS INCLUDED square jutting out across the mouth of Poole S houses, plus the town’s picturesque 17th Harbour, one of the largest and most scenic Y century harbour. Other attractions include the A visit to Portsmouth, the flagship of maritime natural harbours in the world. A

Brewers Quay, a redeveloped Victorian brewery England whose attractions include the Historic D Dockyard with those famous ships HMS Victory, I with family attractions and speciality craft and EXCURSIONS INCLUDED L HMS Warrior, and the Mary Rose, raised from the

antique shops, the sea-life centre, plus the A visit to the popular resort of Bournemouth, justly O Solent in 1982 and now housed in a new museum.

Radipole Lake RSPB reserve. described as the Garden City of the South with H The Spinnaker Tower is a 170 metre tall visitor acres of lovely parks and gardens and its superb EXCURSIONS INCLUDED attraction where you can ‘walk on air’ and enjoy pier. In the afternoon we drive into the New Forest H S

We travel along the coast via Abbotsbury, West Bay, breath-taking views over the South Coast. and visit Lyndhurst, the forest’s capital. I T Lyme Regis and Seaton to visit Sidmouth. Known as Short day visit to the city of Salisbury with its A visit to Shaftesbury, one of the oldest towns in I the ‘Jewel of the Jurassic Coast’ this lovely unspoilt abundance of historical buildings including the England with some fine historical buildings and its R B resort with its fine Regency architecture, elegant majestic Salisbury Cathedral, Britain’s tallest delightful cobbled ‘Gold Hill’, made famous by a TV promenade and red sandstone cliffs overlooks the standing at 123 metres. We return via the New bread advertisement. On then to the city of waters of Lyme Bay on an outstanding section of a Forest with a stop at Lyndhurst, the forest’s capital. Salisbury with its charming half-timbered buildings designated World Heritage coastline. and one of the UK’s finest medieval cathedrals A morning visit to the historic county town of MENZIES EAST CLIFF COURT HHHH boasting the tallest spire in Britain. Dorchester and its popular market, a town associated The four star Menzies Hotel is set high on A morning visit to Dorchester and its popular with the famous writer and poet Thomas Hardy who Bournemouth’s East Cliff with splendid views Wednesday market. We return to Poole in the lived there and featured the area in many of his across the bay. Facilities include restaurant, afternoon with time to explore the Quays, maybe novels. On our return to Weymouth we take a drive lounge and bar. Guests are also welcome to use visit the Pottery and the old town or perhaps take a around the Isle of Portland to see the stone quarries, the leisure club at the adjacent Menzies Carlton sightseeing cruise around the five islands of Poole the famous Portland Bill Lighthouse, Pulpit Rock and Hotel. All bedrooms feature flat screen TV, Harbour. some fine views of Chesil Beach. telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee tray. Lift available. SANDBANKS HOTEL HHHH OCEAN VIEW HOTEL HHH PRINCE REGENT HOTEL HHH The Sandbanks is situated directly beside the The three star Ocean View Hotel is situated on Located on Weymouth's seafront just a few beach offering fine views of Brownsea Island and Bournemouth’s East cliff with beautiful panoramic minutes walk from the town centre. Facilities the Purbecks. Facilities include the Seaview views of the coastline. Facilities include a include a restaurant, bar and lounge, plus a Restaurant, Sandbanks & Terrace Bars, plus restaurant, bar & lounge area, all bedrooms restored Georgian Ballroom where entertainment swimming pool, steam room, sauna, mini-gym feature satellite TV, free internet access and tea / is featured every night. All bedrooms feature and treatment rooms. All bedrooms feature coffee making facilities, Lift available. satellite TV, Wi-Fi, telephone, hair dryer, room safe satellite TV, free wifi, trouser press, hairdryer and and tea / coffee tray. Lift available to the first DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE tea/coffee tray. Lift available but does not service three floors, does not serve the top floor. the 3rd floor. Monday 19 Jan 5 days (Ocean) £149 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Sunday 8 Feb 5 days (Menzies) £215 Monday 02 Feb 5 days £169 Monday 23 Mar 5 days £275 Monday 23 Feb 5 days (Ocean) £159 Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast, 4 Nightly entertainment. Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast. Supplements per person: Single room £nil (Limited dinner and breakfast. Supplements per person: Single Room £40 / Harbour availability) Sea View Room £25 Supplement: Single Room Ocean View £nil, Menzies £40 View Room £40 / Sea View Room with balcony £60

Information and Bookings 01286 675175 GREAT TASTE OF CHRISTMAS Worthing THEME This delightful south coast resort lies between the beautiful South Downs, and miles of award winning coastline in idyllic Isle of Wight West Sussex. A classic British seaside resort that is great for exploring all year round A nice festive break to the delightful Isle of 12 boasting one of the sunniest climates in the Eastbourne Wight with a ‘Taste of Christmas’ theme United Kingdom. The resort’s attractions including all the fun, food and festivities of a The elegant seaside resort of Eastbourne include its long promenade, a grand pier and real Christmas holiday. Known as ‘England in enjoys a glorious location on the South Coast pavilion, splendid landscaped gardens, and a Miniature’, the Isle of Wight is a very popular with an excellent year round mild climate and traffic free shopping area. holiday destination with a mix of rolling sunshine record. The resort is nice and flat for

S countryside, golden beaches, chalk cliffs and EXCURSIONS INCLUDED that relaxing stroll and is distinguished by its

Y pretty olde-worlde villages. Our holiday hotel is lovely wide promenade and Eastbourne's We spend a day discovering the coastal resort of A at Sandown, probably the best-loved resort on famous Carpet Gardens, plus the magnificent Brighton and its attractions including the Royal D the island with a bustling centre, golden sand Victorian Pier and award-winning Towner I Pavilion with its Indian domes that is a major

L beach, broad esplanades and the Sandown Pier. Gallery. landmark. Stroll along the beachfront and the O EXCURSIONS INCLUDED Victorian Palace Pier, see the lovely parks and EXCURSIONS INCLUDED H

gardens and explore the Brighton Lanes' historic A full day travelling along the west coast via Ventnor We take a drive via dramatic Beachy Head, the UK’s

H quarter, a maze of twisting alleyways offering an and Brighstone to Alum Bay to see the multi-coloured highest chalk sea cliffs, then along the Sussex S extraordinary mix of specialist shops. I sandstone cliffs and the dramatic Needles Rocks and Coast to Regency Brighton, renowned for its unique T

I lighthouse, the island’s famous landmark. We We visit Chichester, one of the most charming and Royal Pavilion, an extraordinary and extravagant

R continue to Yarmouth, a picturesque fishing and stylish cities on the south coast. The broad streets palace built for the Prince Regent. Take a stroll B sailing port with its delightful harbour and marina, are home to Roman Villas, historic houses, along the beachfront and the Palace Pier, see the then finally to the renowned yachting resort of Cowes. numerous listed buildings, and a magnificent lovely parks and gardens and explore the ‘Lanes' We return via Godshill village with its delightful cathedral. The pedestrianised city centre is neatly historic quarter with its maze of twisting alleyways thatched cottages and medieval church. enclosed within the ancient city walls and is featuring a mix of specialist shops. compact and pleasant to explore. We continue to A short day excursion which will take us along the We visit historic Battle, dominated by its Abbey delightful Arundel to explore the town’s quaint east coast road to Bembridge, home of the Island’s standing on the site of the Battle of Hastings in narrow streets and specialist shops, see the Gothic last surviving windmill, then on to Ryde, the island’s 1066. We continue to the lovely Cinque port of Rye, Cathedral and admire the medieval grandeur of largest town with an elegant esplanade, attractive a fortified hilltop town with cobbled streets and Arundel Castle. Georgian and Victorian buildings, plus its half mile quaint huddled houses. We return via Hastings with long pier. its nicely preserved Old Town with half-timbered CHATSWORTH HOTEL HHH houses, narrow streets and passageways, a Regarded as Worthing’s most prestigious hotel TROUVILLE HOTEL HHH location for filming the popular TV drama ‘Foyle’s the Chatsworth is superbly located overlooking The Trouville is centrally situated directly opposite War’. Steyne Gardens and just a short walk to the the beach in the centre of Sandown’s seafront. Promenade and town centre. A grade II listed Facilities include a restaurant, bar and lounge, a OTEL building that has retained its splendid Georgian CAVENDISH H HHHH large ballroom, plus 4 lanes of indoor short mat The excellent four star Cavendish is a Victorian frontage while the interior has been stylishly bowls. All bedrooms (except singles) have a sea style hotel situated on Eastbourne's Grand updated. There are comfortable lounges, a bar, view and feature flat screen TV, telephone, Parade. Facilities include restaurant, bar and snooker room and skittle alley. All bedrooms hairdryer and hospitality tray. Lift to all floors. residents lounge, plus the Pebbles Spa with feature satellite TV, free internet access, sauna, steam room, Monsoon Shower and telephone, hairdryer and hospitality tray. Lift DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Sanctuary. All bedrooms feature satellite TV, available. telephone and refreshment tray. Lift to all floors. Monday 01 Dec 5 days £249 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Price includes 4 Price includes return ferry crossings Monday 26 Jan 5 days £169 4 Four nights accommodation with dinner and Sunday 29 Mar 5 days £249 breakfast 4 A wine reception and traditional Christmas Monday 09 Mar 5 days £179 Lunch 4 Afternoon tea & cake on two days 4 Music & Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with dancing in the ballroom every night with a farewell New Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast. Year party night. dinner and breakfast. Supplement: Single room £nil. Sea View room £48 Supplement: Single room £nil. Supplement: S ingle room £nil

For online bookings visit www.arvonia.co.uk INCLUDED DRINKS & LUNCHES Thursford, Holkham & Southport Norwich Lincolnshire & The Dales The ‘Thursford Christmas Spectacular’ is Highlights The charming Victorian resort of Southport is staged every year in Norfolk and is now Savour the delights of tranquil Lincolnshire, a renowned for its beautiful coastline, lovely regarded as the most popular Christmas land where gentle landscapes meet parks and gardens, the marine lake, golden show of all time in England. A fantastic blend 13 meandering rivers and ancient church spires sands and Britain's longest pier. Completely of entertainment from a cast of over one pierce the skyline. The Fens are a major part of refurbished this fabulous pier features a tram hundred with Christmas music and songs, Lincolnshire with a character and beauty of which travels the mile long journey to the carols, dazzling dancers and beautiful their own, criss-crossed by miles of peaceful seaward end. Tree-lined Lord Street with its costumes, a real pageant of spectacle and waterways. More to the north of the county lie Victorian Arcades is one of the country’s colour. S the rolling hills of the Wolds, designated an finest shopping boulevards, flanked by shops on one side and gardens and fountains on the EXCURSIONS INCLUDED Y

Area of Outstanding National Beauty. A other, which form the heart of this unspoiled, We travel the short distance into Norwich with free D

EXCURSIONS INCLUDED traditional seaside town. time to explore. The city is dominated by its I L We spend a day in the delightful city of Lincoln. The splendid castle and the finely preserved and EXCURSIONS INCLUDED O historic heart of the city with its cobbled streets lies unique Cathedral. Much of the original city walls H within the Bailgate area where you’ll find the We take a drive to the picturesque Yorkshire Dales can still be seen along with merchant houses and magnificent triple towered Cathedral. Lincoln Castle is and visit the town of Settle, set in the foothills of the quaint cobblestone lanes with half timbered H Pennines. We then continue on to the popular buildings. We have an early dinner this evening S one of the finest remaining Norman Castles in the I

market town of Skipton with its canal boats and before we board the coach again and travel to T

country, used as a castle, a prison and a court for I magnificent castle. Now over 900 years old Skipton Thursford for the evening performance of the over 900 years. R

Castle is one of the most complete and well ‘Christmas Spectacular’. B We drive through the Lincolnshire countryside to the preserved medieval castles in England with its twin market town of Boston, dominated by its 14th century We head to the Norfolk Coast and visit the towers and a beautiful early Tudor courtyard. church, known as ‘The Boston Stump’. With its charming resort of Cromer with its narrow twisting incredible 272ft high tower, this is the largest parish streets and traditional pier with 500 seat theatre. church in England. Boston is also home to the Maud ROYAL CLIFTON HOTEL HHH We continue to nearby Sheringham, then on to Foster Windmill, built in 1819 and still working daily. The three star Victorian Royal Clifton Hotel Holkham Hall, one of the ‘Treasure Houses of From here we continue to Spalding, located at the occupies a great location on Southport’s England’. Set in acres of parkland Holkham is a centre of Britain’s flower industry. promenade offering panoramic views across the magnificent Palladian House full of treasures in North West coastline and just a couple of minutes every room. Enjoy a welcome glass of wine and a We visit Robin Hood’s city of Nottingham, renowned walk from the town centre. Facilities include the guided tour to see the beautifully decorated state for its excellent shopping facilities and home to some Pavilion Restaurant and Conservatory Bar plus a rooms bedecked in candlelight. (Please note top attractions such as Nottingham Castle, the Old leisure club with swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, there are stairs leading up to the state Market Square and the Galleries of Justice. solarium and air-conditioned gym. All bedrooms apartments). feature satellite TV, free wi-fi, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee facilities. Lift available. THE OLDE BARN HOTEL HHH HOLIDAY INN NORWICH NORTH HHHH Set in beautiful countryside at Grantham in The Holiday Inn is situated on the outskirts of DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Lincolnshire. Facilities include the Barn Norwich. Facilities include the Concorde Restaurant, bar and lounge, plus swimming pool Monday 02 Feb 4 days £189 Restaurant and Lounge Bar, plus swimming pool, and fitness studio. All bedrooms feature satellite sauna, steam room, spa and gymnasium. All TV, internet access telephone, hairdryer and tea / Monday 23 Mar 4 days £209 bedrooms are air-conditioned and feature, coffee tray. Lift available but not to all rooms, Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with satellite TV, internet access, telephone, trouser some rooms on the ground floor. dinner and breakfast 4 one hotel lunch 4 one packed press and tea/coffee tray. Lift available. lunch 4 free bar from 6-9pm each night. (Selected DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE drinks). DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Monday 26 Jan 5 days £175 Supplement: S ingle Room £Nil (limited availability) Monday 08 Dec 4 days £289 Monday 09 Mar 5 days £195 Additional weekend breaks also available with accommodation at the 4 star Ramada Plaza Hotel Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with departing Friday 10 October and Friday 14 dinner and breakfast 4 Admission to the Thursford dinner and breakfast. November. For further details please contact our Spectacular and Holkham. Supplement: Single Room £40 reservation team. Supplement: Single Room £81

Information and Bookings 01286 675175 Warner Leisure Hotels Some of the beautiful properties in the Warner Leisure Hotels portfolio are Grade I and II listed buildings, while others are remarkable for their stunning countryside settings. All hotels have a unique style and character and feature excellent indoor and outdoor sport and leisure facilities. At Warner the emphasis is on great food and live entertainment with music, dancing and comedy provided by top artists - all exclusively for adults. All Warner Holidays include four nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast, use of all leisure facilities, plus cabaret and entertainment every night.

NIDD HALL - HARROGATE CRICKET ST. THOMAS - SOMERSET Built in the grandest Baronial Style, A delightful 19th-century mansion set in the parts of this grade II listed Georgian heart of Somerset, noted for the glorious mature Hall date back to the 14th century. trees and shrubs in its acres of Grade II listed The house is surrounded by 45 acres lakes and gardens. Historic features retained of beautiful gardens and lawns that include the Grand Hall and sweeping staircase, culminate in an ornamental lake. A plus the lovely oak panelled dining room. This 14 truly pretty place set in the heart of stunning country hotel will welcome you as ‘to the manor born’ as was the the Yorkshire at the gateway to the location for the famous TV series. delightful Dales. Sit back and relax in the library or Drawing room and maybe take a walk around the gardens. DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Monday 10 November 5 days £259 (T&T)

S Monday 23 February 5 days £239 Monday 12 January 5 days £199 Y Optional Excursions: Optional Excursions: A 4 Full day York £12 4 Full day Ripon, Thirsk & Dales £12 4 Full day Glastonbury & Wells £12 4 Full day Dorchester & Weymouth £12 D

I 4 Half day Harrogate £6 4 Short day Taunton £8 L O

H HOLME LACY HOUSE – HEREFORD THORESBY HALL - NOTTINGHAMSHIRE

Set in wonderfully manicured parkland in Thoresby is a magnificent Victorian country H

S the heart of the Wye Valley this fabulous house standing in immaculate extensive I

T country mansion evokes the elegance of grounds at Newark on the edge of I days gone by combining graceful Sherwood Forest. Both intricate and R grandeur with a relaxed and intimate beautiful, the ornate architecture of B atmosphere. A grade I listed mansion Thoresby Hall is truly stunning. Explore this dating back to the 17th century, with Grade 1 listed mansion and experience the ornate ceilings, sweeping staircases and magnificent stately drawing rooms. grandeur of the Great Hall and elegant State Rooms.

DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Monday 20 October 5 days £299 Monday 17 November 5 days £249 (T&T) Monday 02 February 5 days £239 Monday 16 February 5 days £239 Optional Excursions: Optional Excursions: 4 Full day Gloucester & Cheltenham £12 4 Full day Lincoln £12 4 Full day Nottingham £12 4 Full Day Cardiff £12 4 Short day Ludlow £8 4 Short day Bakewell & Chesterfield £8

LITTLECOTE HOUSE – BERKSHIRE ALVASTON HALL – NANTWICH A Grade I-listed Tudor property steeped Alvaston is an elegant Grade II listed in history and located at Hungerford in Victorian half-timbered house set in 41 the county of Berkshire. The elegant acres of beautiful Cheshire countryside. architecture and stunning parkland This hotel is a picturesque medley of setting makes it easy to see why Henry architectural styles and has recently VIII thought it the perfect place to court has £12m invested and now offers 83 Jane Seymour. Experience the refurbished bedrooms and a new tranquillity of the Cromwellian chapel, Cabaret Diner. plus the Long Gallery, Dutch Parlour and the Chinese Drawing Room. DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Monday 03 November 5 days £269 (T&T) Monday 09 March 5 days £249 Monday 23 March 5 days £249 Optional Excursions: Optional Excursions: 4 Full day Salisbury & Marlborough £12 4 Full day Hanley & Emma Bridgewater Factory £15 4 Full day Windsor £12 4 Full day Oxford £12. 4 Full day Shrewsbury £12 4 Half day Nantwich £6

For online bookings visit www.arvonia.co.uk INCLUDED DRINKS & ADMISSIONS Gloucester Bristol & Bath Truro Victorian Quays Victorian Christmas Markets Christmas Market Christmas Market The City of Bristol is one of the UK’s top The annual Truro Victorian Christmas Market is A hugely popular event that has rapidly visitor destinations, a lively city set around 15 housed in a huge marquee on Truro’s Lemon become one of the biggest seasonal markets an historic harbour with fascinating Quay. The event attracts thousands of visitors in the country attracting around 150,000 architecture, a rich cultural heritage and to see the stall-holders in their Victorian visitors annually who come to shop, eat, award winning attractions. Bath is regarded costumes, sample the wares and buy unique drink, be entertained and soak up the as one of the world's most beautiful cities, gifts. Our holiday base is the resort of Newquay, traditional festive atmosphere. Enjoy live designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage famous for its magnificent beaches and those music including brass bands, choirs, and Site this magnificent city presents iconic S huge Atlantic rollers that make it one of buskers alongside a huge traditional attractions and some of the finest Y Europe’s finest surfing venues. carousel, art and craft activities, a real ale architectural sights in Europe. A

tavern and the Waterways Museum. D I

INCLUDED EXCURSIONS ITINERARY L ITINERARY A visit to St Austell with an included tour and tasting Day One: We travel south to the city of Bristol, O at the Victorian Brewery, then on to the renowned Day One: We travel south to the city of Bristol, arriving in the early afternoon to commence H

Eden Project where the Winter Festival features an arriving in the early afternoon. Some free time exploring the city and its attractions, perhaps take follows for a little exploration, perhaps take a H ice rink on the lake and a Christmas Market. The a sightseeing tour or a river cruise, explore the S sightseeing tour or stroll around the narrow cobbled I

themed gardens within the giant domes offer a narrow cobbled streets of the old town, visit the T constantly changing kaleidoscope of colour whatever streets of the old town or maybe visit the cathedral. cathedral and maybe Brunel’s SS Great Britain. I the time of year. We depart again late afternoon and travel to the R Day Two: We visit the magnificent Georgian city B Hilton Bristol Hotel located on the city outskirts. An included tour and tasting at a Cornish Cider Farm of Bath. Explore the delightful Christmas Market followed by a visit to the city of Truro with its Georgian Day Two: We head to Gloucester and spend the with its traditional wooden chalets and the Streets and fine Cathedral. Explore the Victorian day exploring the city’s attractions and the Victorian fragrances of hot mulled wine and pine needles in Christmas Market and enjoy the festive atmosphere Christmas Market. Browse around stalls selling the air. Other famous sights in the city include the as you browse around the food and craft stalls and artisan crafts, fine food and drink and unique Pump Rooms and Roman Baths, the Abbey, plus perhaps sample some warming mulled wine. Christmas gifts, while a huge cast of larger than life the magnificent Crescent and Pulteney Bridge. Victorian characters will enthral and amuse with A visit to St Ives with its enchanting narrow streets Day Three: A further morning at leisure in Bristol their riotous antics. and grey-stone fisherman’s cottages, plus a to explore the German Christmas market with its picturesque harbour and golden sand beach. Day Three: We leave Bristol and head to the unique gift ideas, homemade crafts and German- delightful black & white market town of Ludlow with themed food and drink like Glühwein and its numerous listed buildings, handsome Bratwurst on offer. Between browsing the stalls, ESPLANADE HOTEL HHH architecture, imposing castle, historic market place. The Esplanade is in a superb location with a visitors can relax in the Bavarian Beer Garden and We depart again in the afternoon and continue our panoramic outlook across Fistral Beach. Facilities enjoy festive music. We depart early afternoon and homeward journey. include swimming pool, sauna, solarium and spa commence our homeward journey. bath, a choice of bars, plus a lounge area and coffee shop. All bedrooms feature satellite TV, HILTON BRISTOL HOTEL HHHH HILTON GARDEN INN BRISTOL HHHH telephone and tea/coffee tray. Lift to all floors. The Hilton Bristol is situated on the city outskirts. The Hilton is centrally situated overlooking Temple Facilities include a restaurant, lounge bar, Gardens within walking distance of many DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE swimming pool, sauna, steam room and fitness attractions. Facilities include lounge bar, centre. All bedrooms feature satellite TV, restaurant and terrace. All guestrooms feature Monday 08 Dec 5 days £259 telephone, hairdryer, room safe and tea/coffee walk in shower, air-conditioning, satellite TV, facilities. No lift but all rooms on ground or first fridge, hairdryer, safe and tea / coffee facilities. Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with floor. Lift available. dinner and breakfast, (including a traditional Christmas Dinner) 4 A sherry reception 4 Free drinks from 6- DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE 9pm (selected brands) 4 Tour and tasting at a brewery Friday 21 Nov 3 days £119 Friday 12 Dec 3 days £129 and cider farm 4 Admission to the Eden Project and nightly entertainment. Price includes 4 Two nights accommodation with Price includes 4 Two nights accommodation with Supplement: Single room £50 (limited availability at nil dinner and breakfast. breakfast. supplement) Sea View £35 Supplement: S ingle Room £40 Supplement: Single Room £40

Information and Bookings 01286 675175 Chatsworth at Ludlow Medieval Christmastime Christmas Fayre Home to the Duke & Duchess of Devonshire, Matlock Chatsworth is one of Britain's most The historic black & white town of Ludlow is celebrated historic houses, set on the River Victorian Christmas justly described as an architectural gem, Derwent in Derbyshire's Peak District 16 perched on a cliff above the picturesque River National Park. Each winter Chatsworth brings The Derbyshire town of Matlock is situated on Teme. Ludlow Castle is the perfect setting for the spirit of Christmas to life, the grand rooms the edge of the Peak District National Park, a the annual fun-filled Ludlow Medieval in the house are specially decorated with former spa town lying alongside the River Christmas Fayre. Festooned with seasonal scenes to evoke the traditions and history of Derwent. The hugely popular annual Victorian greenery, and bustling with jesters and Christmas. The garden and waterworks are Christmas event is held in Hall Leys Park in the entertainers, the castle boasts a collection of floodlit and carol singers and brass bands S centre of Matlock and features a huge craft over 80 festive stalls with many hosted by play in the stable yard. Y

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D and of course the traditional Christmas Fayre I plus Mulled Wine, Roast Chestnuts and other ITINERARY Day One: Day One: We travel to Derbyshire to L seasonal foods. Day One: We head to Shropshire and spend some spend some time in the delights of Chatsworth, the O time in the market town of Shrewsbury, then 'Palace of the Peak'. On arrival some free time to H

ITINERARY continue on to Stourport on Severn and the explore the gift shops, the stable yard and gardens,

H Day One: We travel across to Derbyshire and the Menzies Stourport Manor Hotel where we stay for then at our pre-arranged time enjoy a tour of the S house, magically transformed for Christmastime I Holiday Inn Derby where we stay for the next two two nights.

T with the lower floors of the house decorated in the I nights. Afternoon at leisure to explore the city, maybe Day Two: Enjoy a day in Ludlow exploring the theme of 'Alice's Wonderland'. Following the visit R visit the museum and art gallery and the Cathedral delightful old town and the Medieval Christmas

B continue to our hotel at Sheffield for an overnight Quarter with its historical streets and arcades. Fayre. Behind the castle walls you'll find a festive stay with included evening dinner. Day Two: We drive to Matlock to experience the scene that will transport you back to medieval days Victorian Christmas Fayre offering a feast of free with jesters, minstrels, pipers, singers and story- Day Two: We depart after breakfast and travel the entertainment with clowns, carnival bands, jugglers, tellers, plus historical re-enactments and an short distance to the Meadowhall Shopping Centre, street organs, a fun fair and much more. There will be abundance of traders offering unusual Christmas an opportunity for some last minute Christmas around 150 gift, craft and food stalls to browse gift ideas. shopping with over 280 stores to explore. We depart after lunch and commence our homeward around then in the afternoon the Christmas Parade Day Three: We check out and travel across to journey. will pass through the streets of Matlock led by the Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of world Mayor in a horse-drawn carriage and followed by the famous William Shakespeare in its delightful setting Christmas Lights switch on. on the banks of the River Avon. A lovely old town COPTHORNE HOTEL SHEFFIELD HHHH Day Three: We check out and travel to the High Peak with timber-framed buildings, steeped in culture A 4 star hotel located in the heart of Sheffield. District for a visit to Buxton with its magnificent and history. We depart again in the early afternoon Facilities include the 1855 restaurant and bar architecture including the famous Crescent, plus the and commence our homeward journey. lounge which has been awarded an AA rosette for delightful Pavilion Gardens. We depart again after dining. The stylish boutique style bedrooms all lunch and continue our homeward journey. MENZIES STOURPORT MANOR HHHH feature king size beds, air-conditioning and The four star Stourport Manor Hotel stands in 23 climate control, internet access, telephone, acres of grounds overlooking Stourport-on- plasma TV with satellite channels, tea & coffee HOLIDAY INN RIVERLIGHTS HOTEL HHHH Severn. Facilities include a restaurant, bar and tray, fridge, iron & board and hairdryer. Lift The Holiday Inn occupies a prime position in the lounge, plus swimming pool, gymnasium, sauna available. centre of Derby. Facilities include an open plan and steam room. All bedrooms feature satellite TV, bar and restaurant, plus a mini-gym. All bedrooms telephone and tea / coffee tray. No lift but some are air-conditioned and feature satellite TV, DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE ground floor rooms are available. internet access, hairdryer, telephone, room safe Saturday 15 Nov* 2 days £109 and tea/coffee making facilities. Lift to all floors. DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Saturday 13 Dec 2 days £109 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Friday 28 Nov 3 days £149 Price includes Overnight accommodation with Friday 05 Dec 3 days £149 4 Price includes 4 Afternoon tea and cake on arrival dinner and breakfast 4 Admission to Chatsworth House. Price includes 4 Two nights accommodation with 4 T wo nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast Supplement: Single Room £20 dinner and breakfast. 4 A dmission to Ludlow Castle and Christmas Fayre. *November departure will also include the Supplement: Single Room £25 Supplement: S ingle Room £30 Chatsworth Christmas Market

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Leeds Christmas Harrogate & a M © Market & York St Christmastime at Nicholas Fayre Castle Howard Skipton The Leeds Christkindelmarkt is one of the See the magnificent ancestral home of the Yuletide Festival largest German Christmas Markets to be held in Howard family in all its festive glory. Skipton's famous Yuletide Festival is a 17 the UK with traditional wooden stalls, festive Approach the magnificent 18th-century house hugely successful event, which is celebrating greenery, carousel rides and colourful lights all along the Christmas tree-lined drive and its 20th Anniversary this year. Together with creating a great festive atmosphere. York’s inside discover breath-taking interiors lit by the market there will be a full range of festive markets offer everything from special candle and firelight, dressed with magnificent entertainment in the town centre both in the gifts to the very best of local produce all in a trees a stunning display of traditional Howard main High Street Arena and at themed S magical Christmas atmosphere. The most family ‘twigs’, and floral arrangements. locations across the town. Enjoy the great popular event in York’s Christmas calendar is Y

Christmas atmosphere throughout the town A the St Nicholas Fayre! with Victorian costume ITINERARY

with an opportunity to bag yourself some D traders, carol singers and delicious smells of Day One: We travel to Leeds for a visit to the pre-Christmas bargains at the same time. I roasted chestnuts and hot mulled wine. Christkindelmarkt which features stalls from L authentic German traders offering seasonal gift ITINERARY O ITINERARY H ideas, festive decorations, plus speciality foods and Day One: We travel east across the Pennines into

Day One: We travel across the Pennines into traditional German delicacies such as gluhwein, Yorkshire and on to attractive Victorian spa town of H Yorkshire and the Radisson Blu Hotel in Leeds where stolen and gingerbread. We leave late afternoon S Harrogate. Here the afternoon will be free to I we stay for two nights. Some free time then to and travel to our hotel at Harrogate. T

explore the town and maybe visit the famous I commence exploring Leeds and the Day Two: A day at leisure to explore Harrogate and Betty's Tearooms. The stylish Montpellier Quarter is R

Christkindelmarkt. its beautiful floral displays. The Montpellier Quarter home to an array of exclusive shops, pavement B Day Two: A full day visit to York for exploring the St. is home to an array of exclusive shops and cafes, bars and restaurants and is regarded as the Nicholas Fayre and maybe some of the city’s restaurants and is the 'Antiques and Art Centre of 'Antiques and Art Centre of the North'. excellent attractions. Stroll around the old cobbled the North'. Perhaps visit the Mercer Art Gallery and Day Two: We leave Harrogate and travel across to streets with their half timbered houses, marvel at the the Royal Pump Room Museum. Skipton to enjoy the spectacle of the Medieval Gothic York Minster or perhaps explore the excellent Day Three: Today we savour the delights of Castle Yuletide Festival in this lovely old market town museums. We remain in York until early evening Howard in all its seasonal splendour with towering where there are usually some of Santa's real allowing time to enjoy a meal and the magical Christmas trees, roaring fires and twinkling reindeer in attendance. With many stall holders in Christmas atmosphere. candles. Browse around at leisure and marvel at period costumes and the famous market running Day Three: A further morning at leisure in Leeds, we the fine porcelain and stunning sculpture collection the full length of the High Street the town really depart in the early afternoon and commence our in the Great Hall, Drawing Room and chapel. comes alive with entertainment that culminates in journey home to North Wales. Day Four: We check out and travel to Southport, a torchlight procession that makes its way through renowned for its lovely parks and gardens, the the High Street. We leave Skipton in the late afternoon and travel home to North Wales. RADISSON BLU HOTEL HHHH marine lake, miles of golden sands and Britain's A Grade II listed building that has been artfully longest pier. We depart after lunch and continue our restored into an upscale Leeds hotel. The journey home to North Wales. HOLIDAY INN HARROGATE HHHH Radisson has an excellent central location A modern comfortable hotel ideally situated just a short walk from the town centre. Facilities include adjacent to the Town Hall and close to the HOLIDAY INN HARROGATE HHHH the Classics Bar and Abbey Restaurant, all shopping areas. Facilities include a lounge, Situated just a short walk from Harrogate town bedrooms feature air conditioning, satellite TV, restaurant and bar, plus a health club (fee centre. Facilities include the Classics Bar and the telephone, radio, iron & board, trouser press, hair payable). All bedrooms are air-conditioned and Abbey Restaurant. All bedrooms feature satellite dryer, room safe and tea / coffee making facilities. feature satellite TV, internet access, mini-bar, TV, telephone, hairdryer, iron & board and tea / Lift to all floors. hairdryer, and tea / coffee tray. Lift to all floors. coffee tray.

DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Friday 28 Nov 3 days £179 Monday 08 Dec 4 days £199 Saturday 13 Dec 2 days £89

Price includes 4 Two nights accommodation with Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with Price includes 4 Overnight accommodation with breakfast. dinner and breakfast 4 a dmission to Castle Howard dinner and breakfast. Supplement: Single room £100 Supplement: S ingle Room £55 Supplement: Single room £15

Information and Bookings 01286 675175 INCLUDED DRINKS Belfast & The Antrim Coast St Patrick’s in York Enjoy a true taste of Northern Ireland and County Donegal discover the unspoilt beauty of this delightful 18 St Nicholas Fayre region, steeped in history, tradition, folklore A super value springtime tour to delightful and unique charm. The vibrant city of Belfast County Donegal on the north-west coast of York’s festive markets are a must for Christmas with its distinctive landmarks is now one of Ireland. A magical region of enchanting glens, shoppers offering everything from special gifts Europe’s most popular visitor destinations. fine beaches, shimmering lakes and dramatic to the very best of local produce all in a mountains. St. Patrick's Day is celebrated magical Christmas atmosphere. The most ITINERARY throughout Ireland in big cities and small

S popular event in York’s Christmas calendar is Day One: We travel across Anglesey to Holyhead towns alike with parades, "the wearing of the

Y the St Nicholas Fayre! Victorian costume for our Irish Sea crossing to Dublin, then continue green," and some great entertainment. A traders, carol singers and delicious smells of north to Carrickfergus where we stay for the next

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I roasted chestnuts and hot mulled wine set the four nights.

L Day One: We travel across Anglesey to Holyhead mood for the beginning of the festive period! Day Two: We travel into Belfast for a guided tour of

O for our ferry crossing to Dublin, then across to north the city sights and famous landmarks including the

H ITINERARY west Ireland and the Abbey Hotel in Donegal town.

Renaissance City Hall, the political wall murals, plus Day One: We travel into Yorkshire and visit the Day Two: At leisure to explore Donegal, see the H the magnificent Stormont Estate and Parliament

S picturesque town of Skipton with its canal basin, tree Buildings. Afternoon at leisure, perhaps visit the castle and the abbey, visit the craft village, maybe I

T lined high street and 900 year old castle. Some time Titanic Museum. take a sightseeing cruise on the Donegal Bay I to explore then we continue on via the southern tip of Waterbus, then enjoy the celebrations and the great

R Day Three: Enjoy a spectacular drive along the the Yorkshire Dales to the attractive Victorian spa atmosphere when the St Patrick’s Day Parade B coast passing through the Glens of Antrim to the town of Harrogate for an overnight stay at the Holiday commences. unique Giant’s Causeway, an extraordinary area of Inn Hotel. interlocking basalt columns formed by a volcanic Day Three: Today we visit the city of Derry, Day Two: We check out and travel across to York to eruption. In the afternoon we visit the seaside resort regarded as one of the best preserved walled cities enjoy the annual St Nicholas Fayre, one of the most of Portrush. in Europe. Take a walk around the top of the walls popular Christmas market events in the UK attracting which provide unique views of the colourful Day Four: We head to Downpatrick where St thousands of visitors from all over the country. cityscape and the many facades of this fascinating Patrick is reputed to be buried, then on to the Bursting with medieval character the city really city, located on the banks of the River Foyle. seaside town of Newcastle. From here we drive comes to life at this time of year with unique stalls through the delightful scenery of the Mourne Day Four: We drive along the picturesque shores selling all types of festive decorations, gifts and Mountains back to Carrickfergus. of Lough Erne to Belleek and its famous Pottery, locally produced food and drinks! Stroll around the then continue along the coast to colourful Sligo, the Day Five: We drive south to Dublin for our return old cobbled streets with their half timbered houses, regions principal town, situated at the mouth of the sailing to Holyhead and home to North Wales. marvel at the Gothic York Minster and perhaps Garavogue River. explore the excellent museums. We depart late Day Five: We travel back to Dublin for the afternoon and commence our journey home. CLARION CARRICKFERGUS HHH afternoon ferry sailing to Holyhead and home. The Clarion Hotel is located at Carrickfergus on HOLIDAY INN HARROGATE HHHH the Antrim Coast, a short drive from Belfast city ABBEY HOTEL HHH A modern comfortable hotel ideally situated just a centre. Facilities include restaurant, bar and Ideally located on ‘The Diamond’ in the centre of short walk from the town centre. Facilities include lounge, all bedrooms feature air conditioning, Donegal. Facilities include restaurant, lounge and the Classics bar and Abbey Restaurant, all satellite TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee bar, all bedrooms feature satellite TV, telephone, bedrooms feature air conditioning, satellite facilities. Lift available. trouser press, hairdryer and tea / coffee tray. television, telephone, radio, iron & board, trouser Leisure facilities available at the sister hotel next press, hair dryer, room safe and tea / coffee DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE door. making facilities. Sunday 15 Mar 5 days £339 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with Monday 16 Mar 5 days £235 Saturday 29 Nov 2 days £89 breakfast and dinner 4 F ree drinks between 6-9 pm each evening (selected house drinks including beer, wine Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with Price includes 4 Overnight accommodation with and spirits) 4 S ervices of a Belfast guide 4 A dmission dinner and breakfast, return Irish Sea Crossings, dinner and breakfast. to the Giants Causeway 4 R eturn Irish Sea crossings. plus nightly entertainment. Supplement: Single room £15 Supplement: S ingle Room: £50 Supplement: Single Room £50

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© Loch Lomond is without doubt one of the Dunoon & most beautiful sights in the whole Blairgowrie & of Scotland. Regarded as the Queen of the The Isle of Bute Scottish Lochs and measuring some 23 miles Royal Deeside long and five miles across Loch Lomond is 19 Known as the ‘Gateway to the Highlands’ the the single largest expanse of fresh water in Join us for a great pre-Christmas break to popular resort of Dunoon lies in a delightful Great Britain and surrounded by hills and Blairgowrie in Perthshire and enjoy all the fun picturesque setting on the Cowal Peninsula, green pines it is truly spectacular. & festivities of an early Christmas & New surrounded by the rolling hills and woodlands Year. Known as the Gateway to Glenshee, EXCURSIONS INCLUDED of the Argyll Forest Park. There are two fine Blairgowrie is set on the edge of the S bays, some lovely gardens, a nice long We head to the southern tip of Loch Lomond for a breathtaking glens and to the north is world look around the Shores Visitor Centre and an Y promenade for that relaxing stroll, plus the A famous Royal Deeside, an excellent location opportunity to enjoy a cruise, then we drive on

Victorian Pier with its wonderful panoramic D

for touring some of Scotland's finest scenery I views across the Firth of Clyde. through through Glen Fruin to Garelochhead. After visiting the village we continue along Gare Loch to L

EXCURSIONS INCLUDED O EXCURSIONS INCLUDED the old fishing town of Helensburgh, then along the

We head into the glorious scenery of Glen Shee and H We take a drive through the Argyll Forest Park and Firth of Clyde and back to Drymen. travel over Britain’s highest main road to reach along the shores of magnificent Loch Eck, then A visit to the city of Glasgow, renowned for its H

Braemar, home of the Royal Highland Gatherings. S continue around the tip of Loch Fyne to Inveraray. outstanding Victorian architecture and where I

From here we drive on through Royal Deeside to T

Attractions include the Gothic style Inveraray Castle, galleries and museums are in abundance. Perhaps I reach the world famous Balmoral Castle and Estate, the ‘Arctic Penguin’ three masted schooner plus the explore the Waterfront or take a city sightseeing R the holiday home of the British Royal Family. Finally Inveraray Jail Living Museum where costumed tour. B we continue past Crathie Church to visit the pretty characters bring the former county prison back to life. little town of Ballater, known as the ‘Jewel of the A half day visit to Stirling, the site of Scotland’s We return via Ardentinny and Loch Long. Cairngorms’. great battles of independence. See the Wallace We travel via Glendaruel to Colintraive for a short Monument, magnificent Stirling Castle plus the Enjoy another day of scenic delight as we drive ferry crossing to the Isle of Bute. We visit the principal quaint Old Town with its cobbled streets. through the picturesque lochs and glens of town of Rothesay with its splendid Victorian frontage Perthshire. We travel to the distillery town of Crieff, and 800 year old castle ruins, then on to Mount then on along the shores of Loch Earn to WINNOCK HOTEL HHH Stuart House & Gardens, described as an hing inn Lochearnhead, set amongst delightful mountain This charming 18th century former coac architectural masterpiece and Britain's most takes centre stage on the green in the scenery. We continue on to see the Falls of Dochart astounding Victorian Gothic mansion. From here we conservation village of Drymen. Sensitively then along the shores of Loch Tay to Aberfeldy. continue around the coastline of this lovely island and extended and refurbished it retains its traditional our return ferry crossing.. bars and log fires and offers a warm and friendly THE ANGUS HOTEL HHH atmosphere. All bedrooms feature satellite TV, The Angus is one of Perthshire's most well-known ESPLANADE & ARGYLL HOTELS HHH telephone and tea / coffee tray. Please note hotels situated in the centre of Blairgowrie Both hotels are located in the centre of Dunoon there is no lift but ground floor rooms are overlooking the town gardens. A nice spacious and are owned and managed by the same family. available. hotel with a lounge bar and ballroom where Regular entertainment is provided to include a regular entertainment and cabaret is featured, DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE traditional Scottish night. All bedrooms feature plus a leisure complex with heated indoor pool, satellite TV, internet access, telephone and Sunday 16 Nov 5 days £259 sauna, jacuzzi and solarium. All the comfortable tea/coffee tray. A lift serves most rooms. bedrooms feature Freeview TV, telephone and tea Monday 26 Jan 5 days £199 / coffee tray, Lift available. DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Sunday 02 Mar 5 days £235 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Monday 17 Nov 5 days (Espalandade) £219 Sunday 12 Apr 5 days £279 Sunday 15 Feb 5 days (Argyll) £219 Monday 03 Nov 5 days £229 Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with breakfast and dinner 4 Glass of wine with dinner dinner and breakfast, return ferry crossings to Dunoon dinner and breakfast including a drinks reception and 4 Free bar each night for 3 hours (selected house and Rothesay plus admission to Mount Stuart House. traditional Christmas Dinner 4 A Hogmanay Dinner brands) 4 Entertainment every night. Supplements per person: Single Room £32 / Dance. Supplements per person: Single room £48 Sea View Room £32 / Premier Sea View Room £52 Supplement: S ingle Room £75 Deluxe room (on request) £48

Information and Bookings 01286 675175 GREAT INCLUSIONS TURKEY & PLUS A £30 TINSEL THEME VOUCHER New Year in London Scottish 20 Oban Bay London is without doubt one of the world’s greatest capital cities with a vibrant and Known as the ‘Gateway to the Islands’ Oban is Snowdrops exciting atmosphere and numerous famous without doubt one of Scotland’s most popular A great new springtime break to Scotland landmarks and attractions. In addition to the holiday resorts situated in a lovely sheltered during the delightful Snowdrop Season, based wide and varied sightseeing opportunities bay in the Western Highlands with Victorian at the resort of Blairgowrie on the edge of the there are the arts, music, West End theatres villas and hotels lining the esplanade and

S Scottish Glens. Discover the emerging and some of the most exclusive shopping in harbour. The views of the mountains, lochs and

Y snowdrops that signal the change from Great Britain in those famous department islands have captivated artists, authors and A winter to spring as we visit gardens in the stores. poets for centuries and in the town itself there D Perthshire area. At the hotel enjoy a sword I are many attractions including a distillery, Oban ITINERARY L dancing display, a spot of whiskey tasting, a Glass, the Cathedral of St. Columba and

O Scottish Celidh night, a prize quiz night, Day One: Morning departure for our journey to McCaig's Tower and Museum.

H afternoon tea on two days and with a £30.00 London, arriving during the afternoon. The ITINERARY voucher to be used for either food or drink at remainder of the day and evening is then free for H the hotel this new break really does offer shopping or sightseeing, maybe see a West End S A full day commencing with a drive along the shores I amazing value for money. show or enjoy the city nightlife. T of Loch Linnhe to the resort of Fort William, nestling I beneath mighty Ben Nevis. Here there will be an Day Two: A day at leisure to explore some of the R EXCURSIONS INCLUDED city sights, perhaps take an open top bus tour.

B opportunity to take a gondola ride into the Nevis A visit to Dundee, a city that proudly remembers its Range, climb up to 2150ft for some spectacular Tonight it’s time to enjoy New Years Eve in the seafaring and industrial heritage. Amongst the views of Ben Nevis, the Great Glen and surrounding Capital, to savour the unique atmosphere why not many attractions are the award winning Verdant areas. join the crowds at Trafalgar Square when Big Ben Works, step back into a time capsule of yester-year strikes at midnight and enjoy the spectacular world- We travel to the shores of Loch Awe and visit the and discover how the people of Dundee lived, class fireworks display exploding over London’s ‘Hollow Mountain’ one of the country's most amazing worked and played over 100 years ago, then maybe Skyline to welcome in 2015. engineering achievements. Enjoy a guided mini bus follow in the footsteps of Captain Scott and Ernest Day Three: Following breakfast why not check out tour of this unique power station built in a massive Shackleton aboard the RRS Discovery. cavern high enough to house the Tower of London! some of the January sales, or perhaps take a trip A half day excursion to the historic city of Perth We continue to Inveraray, one of Scotland's most on the London Eye for some spectacular views of located on the banks of the River Tay. Once beautiful historic towns that is home to a Gothic style the city. You may like to see the New Years Day Scotland's capital, the 'Fair City’ has been Castle, the ‘Arctic Penguin’ schooner and Inveraray parade, where dancers, musicians and performers attracting visitors for over 800 years. Enjoy some Jail Living Museum with its costumed characters that with a multitude of floats assemble in the heart of liqueur tasting at the Visitor Centre. bring the old courtroom and former county prison the city. We depart late afternoon and commence back to life. our homeward journey. THE ANGUS HOTEL HHH The Angus is situated in the centre of Blairgowrie COLUMBA HOTEL HHH HILTON LONDON METROPOLE HHHH Situated in a prime spot on the esplanade beside overlooking the town gardens. A nice spacious Centrally situated on Edgware Road just a few the north pier and overlooking Oban Bay. Facilities hotel with a lounge bar and ballroom where minutes walk from Oxford Street. Facilities include include the Alba Restaurant, the Harbour Bar, the regular entertainment is featured, plus a leisure two restaurants, snack bar, lounge area, Pier Café and spacious lounge areas. All complex with swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi and swimming pool and fitness centre. All bedrooms bedrooms feature flat screen TV, free Wi-Fi, solarium. All bedrooms feature Freeview TV, feature air conditioning, satellite television, hair telephone, hairdryer, iron & board, plus tea/coffee telephone and tea / coffee tray, Lift available. dryer, trouser press, iron & board, mini bar and tray. Lift to all floors. tea & coffee making facilities. Lift to all floors. DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Monday 09 Mar 5 days £249 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Monday 24 Nov 5 days £225 Tuesday 30 Dec 3 days £219 Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast 4 £30 hotel voucher per person Price includes 4 Two nights accommodation with full dinner and breakfast 4 Guided tour at Cruachan (to be redeemed for food or drinks) hot & cold buffet breakfast. Supplement: Single Room £60 Supplement: S ingle Room £75 (limited availability) Supplement: Single Room £95

For online bookings visit www.arvonia.co.uk New Year in New Year Northumbria in Cardiff New Year in the Join us for a great New Year break to Northumbria and welcome the arrival of 2015 Join us for some great New Year Celebrations Wye Valley at the excellent Marriott Sunderland Hotel. in the Capital of Wales and welcome 2015 in The most northerly county in England, A New Year break to the picturesque Wye 21 style with Cardiff's traditional Calennig Northumbria boasts glorious rolling hills and Valley to welcome 2015 in style with a gala celebrations and a Gala Dinner at the Marriott countryside vistas, delightful coastlines, plus dinner at the fabulous Marriott St Pierre Hotel Hotel. Enjoy the magic of Cardiff's Winter magnificent cathedrals and medieval castles, & Country Club, one of the most prestigious Wonderland and soak up the atmosphere as the all designated as an Area of Outstanding business, golf and leisure hotels in the UK. spectacular firework finale brings in the New Natural Beauty. Year. Explore the historic town of Chepstow with its splendid 11th century Castle and visit the City S

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Day One: We travel south to Cardiff, arriving in the to Northumbria, arriving at the hotel in time for D ITINERARY I Capital during the afternoon for check in to the afternoon mulled wine and minced pies. After L Marriott Hotel. Some free time follows to commence Day One: We travel south via Hereford to Ross on

settling in to your room relax and enjoy evening O exploring the city or you may like to make use of the Wye, then continue through the beautiful scenery of

dinner. H hotel’s excellent leisure facilities before evening the Wye Valley to Chepstow and the Marriott St Day Two: This morning we depart from the hotel dinner is served, then maybe sample some of the city Pierre Hotel where we stay for the next three H nights. for a visit the city of Durham where the S nightlife. I

magnificent Norman Cathedral is undoubtedly the T

Day Two: We travel into the centre of the historic I Day Two: A day at leisure for shopping and main attraction. Explore the compact city centre

walled border town of Chepstow. See the original R sightseeing maybe explore the waterfront with its delightful medieval buildings, plus the Town Gate and the Port Wall and maybe visit the B development in Cardiff Bay with its world-class quaint cobbled streets and ancient bridges of the magnificent 11th century Castle, the oldest venues such as the iconic Millennium Centre and old town. This evening there will be a drinks fortification in Britain. Tonight enjoy a Champagne Stadium, or the recently opened St David’s 2 reception and a gala dinner then dance your way Reception and a Gala Dinner with music, dancing shopping centre featuring over 150 stores. Tonight into 2015 with a live band and disco. enjoy a Champagne Reception and a Gala Dinner and celebrations to welcome 2015. Day Three: Relax and enjoy a leisurely New Year’s with music, dancing and lively celebrations to Day Three: Brunch will be available until late this Day brunch then maybe join us on the coach for a welcome 2015. morning, then this afternoon perhaps relax in the scenic drive to Hexham and the famous Hadrian’s hotel’s leisure facilities or join us for a visit to the Day Three: New Years Day Brunch will be available Wall. Evening dinner tonight will be followed by city of Cardiff for sightseeing or bargain hunting in until late this morning, then this afternoon perhaps further entertainment. relax in the hotel’s leisure facilities or enjoy some the Sales. Day Four: After breakfast we commence our bargain hunting in the New Year Sales. Day Four: Following a leisurely breakfast we homeward journey. Day Four: Following a leisurely breakfast we commence our homeward journey. commence our homeward journey. MARRIOTT ST PIERRE HOTEL & COUNTRY MARRIOTT SUNDERLAND HHHH CLUB HHHH The four star Marriott hotel is located on the CARDIFF MARRIOTT HHHH A stunning 14th century manor house set in 400 seafront at Seaburn overlooking Whitburn Sands, Located in the heart of the city within easy acres of picturesque parkland. Facilities include two miles north of the city centre. Facilities walking distance of all the main attractions. two golf courses, a health and beauty suite, include the Promenade Restaurant and Mariners Facilities include a restaurant and bar plus a extensive leisure facilities, plus a restaurant, cafe Bar, plus indoor swimming pool and gymnasium. leisure club with indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, bar and lounge. All bedrooms feature satellite TV, All the bedrooms are air-conditioned and feature sauna and gym. All the en-suite bedrooms feature telephone, hairdryer, mini bar and tea/coffee Marriott’s luxury bedding, flat screen satellite TV, satellite television, telephone, trouser press, facilities. No lifts but some ground floor rooms are trouser press, hairdryer, telephone, iron & board, hairdryer, mini bar and tea / coffee making available. plus tea/coffee tray. Lift to all floors. facilities. Lift to all floors. DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Tuesday 30 Dec 4 days £329 Tuesday 30 Dec 4 days £379 Tuesday 30 Dec 4 days £395 Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast 4 Champagne reception and gala dinner (including a gala dinner) and full English dinner (including a gala dinner) and Welsh breakfast. dinner with a half bottle of wine per person. breakfast. Supplement: Single Room £70 Supplement: S ingle room £90 Supplement: Single Room £75

Information and Bookings 01286 675175 22 Christmas in Cheshire Christmas in Northumbria Join us for a nice relaxing Christmas holiday to Northumbria, the most Enjoy a Christmas holiday at the superb four star De Vere Carden Park northerly county in England. Designated as an Area of Outstanding Hotel, set at the end of a spectacular mile long drive amongst over 1000 Natural Beauty Northumbria boasts glorious rolling hills and countryside acres of delightful Cheshire countryside. Located near Chester, Carden S vistas, delightful coastlines, small fishing villages and modern cities. The Park has been a significant Cheshire Estate since the 17th Century, Y turbulent history of Northumbria has also left its mark on the landscape

A today following major transformation this delightful estate is now a with numerous castles and fortifications.

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O Day One: We depart from North Wales and drive to Northumbria and check in to Day One: A leisurely drive to Cheshire arriving at Carden Park in time to enjoy H our hotel where we will be greeted with mulled wine and mince pies. After afternoon tea and check in to our luxury rooms. This evening enjoy a welcome settling in enjoy evening dinner followed by entertainment. H drink reception followed by dinner and live entertainment. S Day Two: We visit the city of Durham where the magnificent Norman Cathedral I Day Two: We head into the lovely city of Chester where there will be time for T is undoubtedly the main attraction. Explore the compact city centre with its I some last minute shopping, perhaps a visit to the cathedral, a walk in the park or medieval buildings, quaint cobbled streets and ancient bridges of the old town. R on those famous city walls. This evening a drinks reception and Christmas Eve

B We return to the hotel with time to relax before a Christmas Eve dinner. dinner followed by entertainment. Day Three: A morning at leisure to relax and maybe make use of the hotel’s Day Three: After breakfast maybe take a stroll in the hotel grounds before a leisure facilities before indulging in a traditional Christmas lunch, followed by the drinks reception and the traditional Christmas lunch. An afternoon to relax and Queen’s speech. This evening a light buffet dinner will be served maybe watch the Queen’s Speech or join in with the trivia quiz, then this evening a Christmas Buffet Dinner and further entertainment. Day Four: Following a leisurely breakfast you may wish to join us for a visit to Newcastle to pick up a few bargains in the Boxing Day sales. Alternatively remain Day Four: Further free time to enjoy the hotel facilities or perhaps a round of on the coach for a scenic drive along the route of the famous Hadrian’s Wall, then golf on one of the hotel courses. This afternoon you may wish to join us on the on via Hexham and Corbridge back to Newcastle. We return to the hotel for coach for a leisurely scenic drive, then this evening a final pre-dinner drinks evening dinner followed by entertainment. reception followed by a Boxing Day Dinner and entertainment. Day Five: Following breakfast we commence our homeward journey arriving Day Five: After breakfast we check out and leave our lovely surroundings for our back in North Wales late afternoon. short homeward journey.

DE VERE CARDEN PARK HHHH MARRIOTT SUNDERLAND HHHH All the sumptuous bedrooms at Carden Park Located on the seafront at Seaburn have bath, power shower & toiletries, overlooking Whitburn Sands, two miles satellite TV, telephone, free wifi, hairdryer, north of the city centre. Facilities include iron & board plus hospitality tray. Facilities the Promenade Restaurant and include the Carden Library, Morgans Bar, Mariners Bar, plus a leisure club with plus a lounge with tea & coffee available all indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna day. In addition to the excellent golf facilities and gymnasium. All the bedrooms are there is an indoor swimming pool, specialist treatment areas and the relaxing air-conditioned and feature Marriott’s spa which includes steam rooms, saunas, monsoon showers, relaxation rooms luxury bedding, flat screen satellite TV, trouser press, hairdryer, telephone, iron and a ladies luxury lounge. Lift to all floors. & board, plus tea / coffee tray. Lift to all floors. DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Tuesday 23 December 5 days £455 Tuesday 23 December 5 days £459

Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast plus a Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast plus a tradi - traditional Christmas lunch. tional Christmas lunch. Supplement: Single Room £75 Supplements per person: Single Room £100, Sea View Room £50

For online bookings visit www.arvonia.co.uk Christmas in Derbyshire A relaxing Christmas holiday to the superb Marriott Breadsall Priory Hotel, located in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside. Enjoy the Christmas in Lincolnshire 23 unspoilt scenery of the Peak District and the tranquil Dales which are Approach the city of Lincoln from any direction and you cannot fail to see home to some attractive villages and towns. The compact cathedral city the magnificent silhouette of the triple towered cathedral stretching to of Derby is steeped in history with a rich and varied past and is the skies, a sight that has welcomed visitors for nearly a thousand years. renowned for being the UK’s most central city. Lincoln's heritage dates back to Roman times and amongst the cobbled

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including Lincoln Castle, originally built by William the Conqueror it is Y Day One: We travel across to Derbyshire and the Marriott Breadsall Priory Hotel at one of the finest remaining Norman Castles in the country. A Morley, arriving in time to enjoy afternoon tea. This evening meet the hotel team at D a welcome drinks reception, then enjoy dinner followed by a festive themed disco. I

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Day One: We travel across to Lincoln and the Hilton Hotel where a welcome O visit to Derby. An opportunity to do some last minute shopping, maybe visit the

drink and mince pies await. After settling in to your room relax and enjoy dinner. H cathedral or stroll around the Cathedral Quarter with its historical streets and Day Two: A day at leisure to explore Lincoln with lunch included at the hotel. arcades. In the late afternoon there will be some seasonal entertainment at the H

This evening enjoy a Christmas Eve Dinner followed by entertainment. S hotel with mulled wine and mince pies, followed by evening dinner. I

Day Three: A day to relax and enjoy Christmas, perhaps take a stroll in the fresh T Day Three: A day to relax and enjoy Christmas, perhaps take a stroll in the hotel I air before a drinks reception in the Viewing Gallery followed by a traditional grounds before a champagne reception and traditional Christmas lunch with R

Christmas lunch with all the trimmings. Time then to sit back and enjoy some B included wine. Enjoy some afternoon board games and maybe listen to the afternoon games and maybe listen to the Queens Speech, then this evening a Queens Speech, then this evening a light buffet dinner will be served. light dinner will be served. Day Four: We take a drive into the picturesque scenery of the Peak District via Day Four: A further morning at leisure then after our included lunch we take a the market town of Bakewell renowned for the culinary delights of its Bakewell drive through the Lincolnshire countryside via the market town of Boston with Puddings. We continue to Buxton, the capital of the High Peak with its magnificent its14th century church, known as ‘The Boston Stump’ and the Maud Foster architecture including the Crescent, plus the lovely Pavilion Gardens. We return to Windmill. From here we continue via Spalding, located at the centre of the the hotel for afternoon tea then this evening dinner will be followed by Britain’s flower industry. This evening enjoy a Boxing Day dinner. entertainment. Day Five: Following a leisurely breakfast we check out and commence our Day Five: Following a leisurely breakfast we check out and commence our homeward journey. homeward journey.

MARRIOTT BREADSALL PRIORY HOTEL HHHH DOUBLETREE BY HILTON LINCOLN HHHH Breadsall Priory is a Grade II listed The Hilton hotel enjoys a great central building set in 400 acres of parkland location overlooking the Brayford and gardens, originally founded in Marina in the heart of the medieval 1260. Facilities include the Priory and city. Facilities include a rooftop Tempo Restaurants and bar, plus restaurant and bar offering excellent swimming pool, gymnasium, beauty views across the city, plus a lounge salon, spa pool, sauna & steam room. and fitness centre. All bedrooms are All bedrooms feature satellite TV, air-conditioned and feature satellite TV, internet access, hairdryer, iron & board, telephone, room safe, plus tea / coffee internet access, hairdryer, iron & board, telephone, room safe, plus tea / coffee making facilities. Lift available. making facilities. Lift available. DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Tuesday 23 December 5 days £449 Tuesday 23 December 5 days £439

Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast, plus three Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast, plus three lunches including a traditional Christmas lunch with a half bottle of wine per person. lunches including a traditional Christmas lunch. Supplements per person: Single Room £80 Supplement: Single Room £100

Information and Bookings 01286 675175 New Year in Brugge Christmas in Stratford 24 Enjoy a fantastic start to 2015 with a spectacular New Year break in the A Christmas break to Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of world magnificent city of Bruges. Step back in time as you appreciate the famous William Shakespeare, set in the beautiful rural Warwickshire delights of this medieval city, a beautifully preserved Flemish gem countryside. This lovely old town is steeped in culture and history and regarded as one of the prettiest medieval cities in Europe with its

S offers a wealth of things to see and do. The town centre has a modern handsome gabled houses, ornate guildhalls, majestic churches,

Y shopping area where most principal chain stores and the old timbered enchanting narrow streets and alleys, tree-lined canals and splendid A buildings mingle together. architecture. D I

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O Day One: We journey south to Stratford arriving at our hotel in time for afternoon Day One: Early departure to Folkestone for our journey through the Eurotunnel to

H tea and check in to our rooms. After settling in to your room relax and enjoy a France. On arrival in Calais we continue to Belgium and on to the Academie Hotel

L welcome drinks reception followed by a buffet dinner and entertainment in the in central Brugge. The evening is then free to commence exploring the city and

A Terrace Lounge. enjoy a meal in one of the wide variety of bars and restaurants. T Day Two: We take a morning drive into the picturesque Cotswolds, returning to Day Two: A day at leisure to browse around the shops, stroll through the N

E the hotel in time for lunch followed by some free time to soak up the festive picturesque cobbled streets or maybe take a cruise on the canals to experience

N atmosphere in Stratford. This evening enjoy listening to some local Carol Singers the city's remarkable peace and calm or a ride around the city in a horse-drawn I prior to dinner followed by entertainment. carriage. Meanwhile in the city’s bustling Market Square you can indulge in one T of the many chocolatiers and cafes. The delightful Christmas Market forms a ring N Day Three: A day at leisure to enjoy Christmas, perhaps a relaxing stroll by the river before a drinks reception and the traditional Christmas lunch followed by around an open air ice rink and operates right through until New Year. This O tea & coffee served in the Terrace Lounge. Tonight there will be a Christmas evening enjoy another night in the city’s restaurants and bars then join the C Buffet Dinner and further entertainment. crowds and enjoy the atmosphere on the main square at midnight when everyone will be there to welcome 2015. Day Four: Another day at leisure to explore further in Stratford - perhaps enjoy an optional morning “Santa Cruise” along the tranquil River Avon (subject to Day Three: A further day at leisure for exploring the delights of Brugge and its availability and bookable at the hotel on arrival). This evening enjoy a Boxing Day architectural masterpieces like the Gothic-style Town Hall and the magnificent Dinner followed by another night of entertainment. 13th Century Belfry where the ascent to its summit is rewarded with magnificent panoramic views. Explore the Christmas Market and maybe relax and enjoy a Day Five: Following a leisurely breakfast we check out and commence our drink at a pavement café and just watch the world go by. homeward journey. Day Four: We leave Brugge and travel back to Calais for our Eurotunnel journey to Folkestone and home to North Wales. HOLIDAY INN STRATFORD HHHH The Holiday Inn is ideally situated ACADEMIE HOTEL HHHH in the centre of this delightful The four star Academie Hotel is ideally historic town, right on the banks of situated in a quiet pleasant area right the River Avon. All bedrooms in the historic “golden triangle”, and feature air conditioning, satellite with easy access to the city centre. television, telephone, trouser Facilities at the hotel include a press, hair dryer, plus tea & coffee medieval vaulted restaurant, cosy bar, tray. Facilities include the Terrace plus the lovely winter garden and Lounge & Bar offering views over stylish garden terrace. All bedrooms the River Avon, the Riverside restaurant, plus a health and fitness centre with feature air-conditioning, satellite TV, free WiFi, telephone, tea /coffee facilities. swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam room and gymnasium. Lift to all floors. Lift to all floors. DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Tuesday 23 December 5 days £485 Tuesday 30 December 4 days £339

Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast, three Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with buffet style breakfast 4 Welcome lunches including a traditional Christmas lunch drink on arrival 4 Return Eurotunnel journeys. Supplement: Single Room £40 Supplement: Single room £150

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Brussels & Liege Christmas Markets Keukenhof Christmas Market Visit two of Belgium's most famous cities and soak up all the magic of & Amsterdam Light Festival their enchanting Christmas markets. Brussels is flooded with festive cheer and the markets bring this already cosmopolitan city to life with The Netherlands features many excellent Christmas Markets and one of 25 stalls located in and around the Grand Place, one of the most beautiful the best is held at Keukenhof Castle in Lisse. Famous for its annual squares in Europe. The delightful historic city of Liege hosts one of the flower show Keukenhof also stages this event for one weekend only in largest and best known Christmas Markets in Belgium. the grounds of Keukenhof Castle with numerous stands, stalls, and

chalets and also includes an ice rink, circus and a Winter Wonderland. S

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Day One: We depart in the early hours and travel south to Folkestone for a light up the architecture of the city’s historic centre with illuminated I morning journey through the Eurotunnel to Calais. We continue on to Belgium and buildings, bridges and stunning light sculptures. L the Ramada Plaza Hotel in the delightful City of Liege. This evening enjoy a meal in O one of the wide variety of gastronomic restaurants and bars then maybe enjoy ITINERARY H

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Day Two: A day at leisure to explore the city’s attractions and markets. A morning journey through the Eurotunnel to France. We arrive in Calais then A T Christmas Village is created in the pedestrianized area of the old town with some continue our journey through Belgium into Holland and on to the Ramada Apollo Hotel in Amsterdam where we stay for the next three nights. This evening it’s N

200 stalls set around the city's Place du Marché and Place Saint-Lambert. Liege E time to commence exploring the city and enjoy a meal in one of the numerous

is a great place to sample local Belgian produce amidst a special festive N atmosphere. The historic centre itself is a delight to explore, the city is home to restaurants or bars and sample the vibrant Amsterdam nightlife. I T some stunning architecture and Château's Day Two: Today we travel to Lisse to explore the Christmas Market at Keukenhof N Today we visit the city of Brussels where every winter the heart of the Castle, one of the largest events in the Netherlands and a truly magical

Day Three: O city features a magical decor, with a magnificent Christmas Market, illuminated experience. There will be numerous stands, stalls and chalets to browse around C Big Wheel, roundabouts, street activities, skating rink, plus the guild houses and and taste, experience and maybe buy some of the unusual and unique foods town hall are beautifully dressed in festive garlands. Brussels has the largest souvenirs and gifts on offer. The castle and gardens will also be open. Christmas Market in Belgium with over 240 stalls lining the streets. They offer Day Three: A full day at leisure to enjoy the city’s attractions, perhaps take a gastronomic specialities, handicrafts and unusual stocking fillers. There are cruise on the canals, visit a Diamond Centre, Anne Frank’s House, and the walking routes around the city taking in famous attractions such as the cheeky famous Rijksmuseum, now re-opened after ten years of restoration. Sightseeing Manneken Pis, the unique Atomium, the European Parliament Buildings and the tour buses are a great way to explore allowing you to hop on and off at all the magnificent Grand Place. main attractions. Day Four: We return to France for our Eurotunnel journey to Folkestone and Day Four: We leave Amsterdam this morning and travel to Calais for our home. afternoon Eurotunnel journey back to Folkestone and on home to North Wales.

RAMADA PLAZA LIEGE HHHH RAMADA APOLLO HOTEL HHHH The four star Ramada Plaza Liege is a Located in the heart of Rembrandt Park beautifully converted 17th Century just a short tram ride away from Dam convent located in the historic city Square in the city centre. The largest centre on the banks of the river Ramada Hotel in Europe with 446 Meuse. The hotel’s facilities include a rooms, facilities include a sauna and lounge bar and restaurant plus a fitness room, two restaurants, plus the fitness centre. All bedrooms are air- Skybar on the 17th floor offering conditioned and feature satellite TV, fantastic views across the city. All free internet access, tea / coffee tray. Lift to all floors. bedrooms are air-conditioned and feature flat screen TV, free internet access, desk, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee facilities. Lift to all floors. DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Thursday 04 December 4 days £249 Friday 12 December 4 days £259

Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with buffet breakfast Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with hot & cold buffet breakfast 4 Return Eurotunnel journeys. 4 Return Eurotunnel journeys. Supplements per person: Single Room £65. Dinner at hotel (set menu) £60 Supplement: Single Room £65

Information and Bookings 01286 675175 Cosmopolitan Amsterdam The vibrant and cosmopolitan city of Amsterdam is one of Europe's cultural treasures with its cobbled streets and delightful gabled houses, those famous canals, thousands of bikes and that renowned and exciting nightlife. The city offers an abundance of places to see and visit 26 including the Van Gogh Museum, the haunting Anne Frank's House, the Medieval Brugge Rijksmuseum, diamond centres, canal cruises, plus the magnificent Dam This beautifully preserved Flemish gem is undoubtedly one of the Square, dominated by the ornate façade of the Royal Palace. S prettiest and most perfectly preserved medieval cities in Europe whose ITINERARY Y prosperity reached a peak in the 13th & 14th centuries, through the A manufacture and trading of high-quality textiles. All this wealth left an Day One: We travel to the city of Newcastle where we board a DFDS cruise ferry

D for an overnight crossing to Amsterdam, departing late afternoon. Relax and

I impressive legacy of medieval town-houses and architectural

L masterpieces like the Gothic-style Town Hall and the magnificent 13th enjoy the ship’s facilities with a choice of restaurants and bars including the

O Century Belfry where the ascent to its summit is rewarded with Columbus Lounge where live music and entertainment is featured.

H magnificent panoramic views. Day Two: We arrive in the port of Ijmuiden this morning and disembark, then

L travel the short distance into the centre of Amsterdam to commence exploring ITINERARY A the city. Perhaps take a canal sightseeing trip, visit a diamond centre, Anne T Day One: Early departure to Folkestone for a journey through the Eurotunnel to Frank’s House or the excellent museums. In the late afternoon we check in to the N France. Continue on to Belgium and the Academie Hotel in the delightful city of Ramada Apollo Hotel where we stay for the next two nights. This evening enjoy a E Brugge where a welcome drink awaits. meal in one of the numerous bars and restaurants in the city centre, then maybe N I Day Two: A day at leisure to discover the delights of this wonderful medieval sample the great city nightlife. T city. Perhaps take a horse-drawn carriage ride to discover historic churches, Day Three: This morning we take a drive to see the delightful village of Zaanse N picturesque cobbled streets and those irresistible lace and chocolate shops! Best Schans. Situated on the banks of the River Zaan, it has characteristic green O of all take a boat ride along the stunning winding canals of the city that has been wooden houses, pretty gardens, small hump-backed bridges, tradesmen's craft C dubbed ‘The Venice of the North’. workshops and historic working windmills. From here we travel on to picturesque Day Three: A further day at leisure in Brugge or join us for a drive through the Volendam, wander through the streets, take a stroll along the dike and explore Flanders countryside to visit the border town of Ypres, a town with strong the old historic town centre. associations with the First World War. Highlights include the Cloth Hall and the ‘In Day Four: A further morning at leisure in Amsterdam. We depart mid-afternoon Flanders Fields Museum’, plus the famous Menin Gate, placed there in honour of and travel back to Ijmuiden for our return overnight sailing to Newcastle. those who perished and where each evening the Last Post is sounded at 8.00pm Day Five: We arrive back in Newcastle this morning and commence our and has done so since 1929. homeward journey to North Wales. Day Four: We leave Brugge and return to the Eurotunnel terminal at Calais for our journey back to Folkestone and home to North Wales. RAMADA APOLLO HOTEL HHHH Located in the heart of Rembrandt ACADEMIE HOTEL HHHH Park just a short tram ride away from The four star Academie Hotel is Dam Square in the city centre. situated right in the historic “golden Facilities include a sauna and fitness triangle” of Brugge, just 50 metres room, two restaurants, plus the from the famous Minnewater (Lake of Skybar on the 17th floor offering Love) and with easy access on foot to fantastic views across the city. All the city centre. The stylish rooms all bedrooms are air-conditioned and feature air-conditioning, telephone feature flat screen TV, free internet access, desk, telephone, hairdryer and and satellite TV. Other facilities tea/coffee facilities. include a restaurant and bar, plus a lovely winter garden and terrace. Lift to DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE all floors. Sunday 22 March 5 days £209 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Friday 23 January 4 days £169 Price includes 4 Two nights accommodation with hot and cold buffet breakfast 4 Return overnight ferry crossings in 2 berth bunk bed en suite cabins. Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with hot & cold buffet style breakfast (No meals included on ferry) 4 Return Eurotunnel journeys. Supplements per person: single room & cabin £86, outside bunk bed cabin £14, Supplement: Single Room £75 cabin with twin lower beds £22

For online bookings visit www.arvonia.co.uk Paris & River Seine Cruise Following continuing huge demand for this excellent short break we are pleased to feature it again for Spring 2015. Spend three nights on board a four star floating hotel in the heart of Paris, a wonderful opportunity to Paris City Break discover the renowned sights and attractions of France’s delightful 27 capital city. Paris is a true crossroads of culture and art, bursting with One of the world’s most famous and romantic capital cities whose very monuments and museums and this comprehensive tour includes a Paris name conjures up a host of images such as the Eiffel Tower, the Sacre by Night illuminated cruise and two guided tours. Coeur and the Arc de Triomphe. Marvel at the architecture of Notre Dame S and the stunning panoramic views from the Eiffel Tower, see the elegant ITINERARY Y A tree lined Champs-Elysees and the famous Mona Lisa in the Louvre, Day One: We depart in the early hours and travel south to Folkestone for a D sample some gastronomic delights in lovely cosy bistros, Paris offers a morning journey through the Eurotunnel to Calais, then continue on to the Quai I wealth of variety and attractions with something for everyone to enjoy de Grenelle in Paris and board our floating hotel in the late afternoon. After L and when it comes to shopping there’s a multitude of elegant boutiques settling in to your cabin enjoy dinner followed by a cabaret show. O H and department stores offering all the latest designer labels. Day Two: We board our coach for a panoramic guided tour of Paris and discover the renowned sights and attractions of this magnificent city passing many L A ITINERARY famous places including Bastille, the Latin Quarter, the Louvre, the Pyramide, T

Opera Garnier, Concorde, the Champs Elysées, the Arc de Triomphe, and N

Day One: We depart in the early hours for our journey south to Dover and a mid- Trocadero. We return to the ship for lunch then the rest of the day is free for E morning Channel ferry crossing to Calais. We then continue on via the French independent exploration. Dinner this evening is followed by dancing then (river N auto-routes to the city of Paris for check in to the Novotel at La Defense where we I level permitting) we cruise to the La Défense district travelling through the T stay for the next three nights. Time then to enjoy a meal in a Parisian restaurant, Suresnes lock. We then return to Quai de Grenelle. N bar or Bistro and maybe sample some of the famous city nightlife.

Day Three: This morning we have a guided visit to Old Montmartre. The Basilica O Days Two to Three: Two full days at leisure to explore all the sights, attractions of Sacré Coeur is located in the centre of Montmartre, a long term favourite C and iconic landscapes of this amazing capital city where the choice is just subject for artists. After lunch on board, the afternoon is free with an optional visit endless. You may wish to take a city sightseeing tour on an open top bus which to the Eiffel Tower and Trocadero Gardens. Tonight we have a gala dinner on allows you to hop on & off as you wish at any points of interest and attractions board and a Paris by night cruise through the city which is beautifully illuminated. that you care to visit. Perhaps also enjoy a Paris by Night river cruise to see the Day Four: We disembark and board the coach then travel to Calais for a return city’s monuments beautifully illuminated. journey through the Eurotunnel to Folkestone and on home to North Wales. Day Four: We return to Calais for our Channel crossing back to Dover and on home to North Wales. MS RENOIR HHHH The four star MS Renoir was NOVOTEL LA DEFENSE HHH totally refurbished in 2011, a The very popular Novotel is located in friendly and comfortable ship the La Défense area overlooking the with facilities that include a River Seine and the city, a short stroll restaurant, lounge bar and from the famous Champs Elysees and dance floor, a large sundeck, the Louvre and just 3 minutes from library and gift shop. All cabins the Metro to access all other areas of have air-conditioning, twin the city. Facilities include a café bar, beds (no bunks), shower/toilet, restaurant, gift shop and fitness satellite TV, and hairdryer. room. All bedrooms feature air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone and hair DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE dryer. Lift to all floors. Sunday 15 February 4 days £399 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Monday 02 March 4 days £399 Friday 20 February 4 days £199 Price includes 4 Three nights cabin accommodation with dinner, breakfast and lunch Friday 27 March 4 days £209 4 Guided city tour 4 guided visit to Montmartre 4 Cabaret show 4 Gala dinner Paris by night cruise Return channel ferry crossings Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with continental buffet breakfast 4 4 (Please note there is no lift on the ship and stairs to access the main deck) 4 Return Channel crossings. Supplement: Single Room £100 Supplement: Upper deck cabin £80

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Reims & © Champagne Country 28 The Champagne Region of France is recognised throughout the world, Disneyland ® Resort Paris - infinitely famous for the production of this wonderful nectar liquid with vineyards, rolling hills and picturesque villages painting an attractive Mickey’s Magical Fireworks S landscape. The City of Reims with its warm golden coloured stone is

Y both historic and attractive with some great monuments including the Come with us to Disneyland Paris and be enthralled by this amazing A 13th century cathedral from where the Angel of Reims smiles down on annual extravaganza. Watch in wonder as the night sky above Lake D

I visitors from one of the most spectacular cathedrals in France. Disney lights up in an eye-popping explosion of dramatic fireworks,

L enthralling music and incredible special effects. Add to all this drama

O ITINERARY and excitement a spectacular floating bonfire in the middle of the lake

H Day One: Early hours departure for a journey south to Folkestone and through and a special appearance by Mickey Mouse himself and it is easy to see

L the Eurotunnel to Calais, then on to the city of Reims and the Mercure Reims why everyone absolutely loves this incredible event.

A Cathedral Hotel where we stay for the next three nights.

T ITINERARY Day Two: A free day to explore Reims with its elegant Art Deco facades, N Day One: Early departure to Folkestone for a journey through the Eurotunnel to

E champagne houses, stylish shops and pavement cafés, plus some great Calais, then on to Disneyland Paris where we stay for the next three nights at the

N museums. Unesco World Heritage sites include the magnificent Notre-Dame I Cathedral where 26 Kings of France were crowned, a masterpiece of gothic art Hotel Santa Fe, ideally located on site at Disneyland. After checking in perhaps T from the 13th century adorned with over 2300 statues including the famous head to Disney Village, the hub of night-time entertainment at the resort. N Smiling Angel. Days Two & Three: Enjoy the magic of Disneyland and its five distinctive lands - O Day Three: Today we follow the Champagne Trail and visit Epernay, the Capital explore Main Street U.S.A, Fantasyland, Frontierland, Adventureland and C of Champagne with its many grand houses and mansions located at the heart of Discoveryland. Go wild in the West, join the pirates on the high seas, travel back the world's most prestigious vineyards. Enjoy an included visit to the Mercier in time or fast-forward into the future. Discover the magical world of cinema and Champagne cellars. Panoramic lifts descend 30 metres into the cavernous chalk television at Walt Disney Studios Park - four cinemagical studio lots featuring cellars where a laser-guided train takes you on a tour of the cellars housing thrilling attractions and spectacular shows, take the Studio Tram Tour and see an some 15 million bottles of champagne. Following the tour of course it will be action ‘Stunt Show Spectacular’ (Your included pass allows unlimited access to time to sample the product! Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park). Day Four: We travel back to Calais for a return Eurotunnel journey to Folkestone Day Four : We check out and return to Calais for our Eurotunnel journey back to and home to North Wales. Folkestone and home to North Wales..

MERCURE REIMS CATHEDRAL HOTEL HHHH DISNEY’S HOTEL SANTA FE Spectacular New Mexico landscapes and The four star Mercure Reims the iconic sights of Route 66 are the Cathedral is ideally located in the city inspiration behind Disney's Hotel Santa centre just five minutes walk from the Fe®. You will find touches of Disney magic Cathedral. The hotel was completely around the hotel from the rooms themed refurbished in 2012 with facilities around the Disney Pixar movie favourite – that include a restaurant and ‘Cars’, to the Tex-Mex style cacti growing Champagne bar. All bedrooms feature outside. Facilities include the Rio Grande Bar where there is regular live music air conditioning, Satellite TV, free Wi- plus the La Cantina buffet-style restaurant. All bedrooms have two double Fi, telephone, hairdryer, room safe, mini fridge and tea/coffee making beds, telephone and TV with Disney and international channels. facilities. Lift to all floors. DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE DEPARTURE DUR 4 AD. 3 AD. 2 AD. 1 AD. CH. Sunday 02 November 4 days £289 Thur 06 Nov 4 days £229 £249 £269 £359 £129 Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with buffet breakfast 4 Visit to Mercier Champagne Cellars at Epernay with a train tour and tasting Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with buffet breakfast 4 Return Eurotunnel journeys. 4 2 day admission pass plus return Eurotunnel journeys. Supplement: Single room £100 Child rate applicable from 3-11 years when sharing with 2 adults

For online bookings visit www.arvonia.co.uk INCLUDED DRINKS Deauville & The Normandy Coast Strasbourg Christmas Market Deauville in Normandy is a glamorous town located on the Côte Fleurie ('flowery coast'), famous for its horse racing, the exclusive Barrière & The Black Forest Casino and for hosting a multitude of festivals throughout the year Winter is a magical time to visit the Black Forest, famous for its beautiful 29 including the American Film Festival. The town boats a nice beach and scenery of pine-clad hills dotted with picturesque villages and promenade, a picturesque harbour and marina, an array of fashion waterfalls, plus cuckoo clocks and of course the famous gateau. The stores, art galleries, antique shops, and inviting food shops selling Strasbourg Christmas market is said to be the oldest and largest in delicious local Normandy produce. Europe, dating back to the 1570s. Recently voted the ‘best European S

Christmas market’ the event is spread over 11 areas of the city complete Y

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Day One: Early departure for our journey south to Folkestone and through the D events, miles of Christmas lights and a giant ice rink. I

Eurotunnel to Calais. We then continue on to Normandy and the Mercure Deauville L

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Day Two: A morning at leisure to explore the delights of Deauville. Take a stroll Day One: Early hours departure for our journey south to Folkestone and through H

along the promenade and maybe sample some tasty Normandy cheeses or the the Eurotunnel to Calais. Continue south to the French Alsace Region then into L

delicious traditional foods and local cider. In the afternoon we visit nearby Germany and the delightful town of Gengenbach where we stay for three nights. A Honfleur, one of Normandy's most picturesque ports set on the estuary of the Known as the 'pearl of the Black Forest’ Gengenbach has a lovely picturesque T River Seine. Writers and artists have always been attracted to Honfleur, its light medieval centre and some truly beautiful architecture. N E and ambience making it a favourite with many painters. The centre of attraction is

Day Two: We spend the day in the city of Strasbourg, the capital and principal N the Vieux Bassin with its boats, quays and tall slate fronted waterside houses. city of the Alsace region and the official seat of the European Parliament. Explore I T Day Three: A visit to the ancient city of Caen, founded by William the Conqueror the Christmas Markets offering specialities of the Alsace and handcrafted gifts. N in the 11th century. Attractions include the beautiful abbeys and the magnificent Among the city’s attractions are the pretty canals and cobbled streets, the castle with its art collection. On then to medieval Bayeux where the famous cathedral of Notre-Dame, the Kammerzell house, the 15th century merchant O Tapestry is displayed in the William the Conqueror Museum. We return via quarters; the Petite France district dating from the 16th and 17th century. C Arromanches and the D-Day Landing Beaches. Day Three: Enjoy a day in the Black Forest commencing with a visit to Triberg Day Four: Today we visit the beautifully preserved city of Rouen, Normandy’s and one of nature’s great spectacles, the Triberg Waterfalls which are amongst capital and the site of Joan of Arc’s demise. Discover the delightful historical the highest in Germany. Triberg is renowned for its wooden architecture and centre with its half timbered houses and architectural treasures such as the Notre cuckoo clocks and is also home to the Black Forest Museum. From here we Dame Cathedral, St Ouen abbey, the Palais de Justice and the Gros Horloge clock. continue to Freiburg, the capital of the Black Forest. See the magnificent Gothic Day Five: We leave Normandy this morning and head back to Calais for a return cathedral and the attractive old quarter with twisting lanes and pretty courtyards. journey through the Eurotunnel and on home to North Wales. Day Four: We leave Gengenbach and travel back to Calais for our return Eurotunnel journey to Folkestone and home to North Wales. MERCURE DEAUVILLE PONT L'EVÊQUE HOTEL HHHH The four star Mercure Hotel is situated SCHWARZWALD HOTEL HHHH in beautiful landscaped gardens a few The four star Schwarzwald is kilometres from the centre of nicely situated with the lovely Deauville. Facilities include the historic old town just a short walk Carrousel Restaurant and a nice cosy away across a footbridge. bar with a large fireplace to enjoy an Facilities include three restaurants evening drink in the cooler months. All and a bar, plus a swimming pool bedrooms feature satellite TV, internet steam room and sauna. All access, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Lift available. bedrooms feature satellite TV, telephone, hairdryer and room DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE safe. Lift available. Sunday 01 March 5 days £389 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Monday 08 December 4 days £355 Price includes 4 Four nights accommodation with dinner and buffet breakfast 4 free bar from 6pm – 9pm each evening (beer, wine & soft drinks only) Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with dinner and buffet breakfast 4 Return Eurotunnel journeys. 4 Plus return Eurotunnel journeys. Supplement: Single Room £120 Supplement: Single Room £65

Information and Bookings 01286 675175 Dusseldorf & Cologne Monschau & Aachen Christmas Markets Christmas Markets Experience two of Germany’s most famous Christmas markets with Nestling in a beautiful valley amongst the Eifel Hills, picturesque superb four star hotel accommodation included in Düsseldorf. Savour Monschau really is one of Europe's best kept secrets. A fairy tale 30 the scent of mulled red wine, cinnamon cakes, gingerbread and historical old town with a delightful hilltop castle, cosy cafés, welcoming roasting chestnuts hanging in the air and the trees on Königsallee taverns, old cobbled streets, winding alleyways, half-timbered houses, glittering with lights generating a lovely Yuletide atmosphere. various museums, the old friary and its own brewery too! Dusseldorf is a modern metropolis, with a charming old town that S features a beautiful riverside promenade and some of the best nightlife ITINERARY Y along the Rhine.

A Day One: We travel to Hull where we board a P&O cruise-ferry for an overnight

D sailing to Rotterdam. These superb ships have extensive facilities including

I ITINERARY restaurants, casinos, bars, cinemas and lounges with live entertainment. L Day One: We depart in the early hours for our journey south to Folkestone and a

O Day Two: We drive through Belgium into Germany and on to the Carat Hotel at morning crossing through the Eurotunnel to Calais. We then continue on through

H Monschau where we stay for the next three nights. Afternoon at leisure to

France and Belgium into Germany and the Radisson SAS hotel in Dusseldorf commence exploring this delightful town, perhaps take a stroll to the 13th L where we stay for the next three nights. Time then to enjoy a meal in one the century castle that overlooks the town, or visit some of the interesting museums. A city’s numerous bars and restaurants and enjoy the atmosphere and nightlife. T Day Three: A full day at leisure to explore the attractions and the Christmas

N Day Two: A day at leisure to explore Dusseldorf and the Christmas Markets that Market. The numerous stalls offer delicacies such as Bratwurst, mulled wine, E transform the city centre into a festive wonderland and are regarded as some of German gingerbread and the popular "Monschauer Dütchen". N the most atmospheric in Germany. I Day Four: We visit Aachen where the squares and alleys around the town hall T Enjoy performances by carol singers, brass bands and puppeteers; see the rows are transformed into a paradise of colours and tempting aromas. The old city N of market stalls aglow with lights selling unique gifts and souvenirs plus on centre is home to a spectacular cathedral, the perfect setting for the festive

O Marktplatz see metal artists, glass blowers and wood carvers presenting their Christmas market. In the afternoon we cross into Holland to see the unique

C crafts. markets at Valkenburg, set in old limestone caves under the town, all illuminated Day Three: Today we head to Cologne to explore the Christmas Markets in this by fairy lights, creating a wonderful atmosphere. magnificent city. Cologne offers seven markets around the city centre, each with Day Five: We depart late morning and travel back to Holland and visit the its own programme and unique atmosphere, set on one of Cologne’s many beautifully preserved historic city of Delft, famous around the world for its Blue impressive squares surrounded by ornate and historic buildings including the Porcelain. Perhaps take a canal boat ride in the traffic free inner city. Continue to magnificent Cathedral and traditionally boasting the largest Christmas tree in Rotterdam for our return overnight sailing to Hull. Rhineland. Day Six: We disembark and commence our journey back to North Wales. Day Four: We leave Dusseldorf this morning and travel back to Calais for our return Eurotunnel journey to Folkestone and home to North Wales. CARAT HOTEL HHHH This attractive four star hotel RADISSON SAS HHHH is situated in a quiet location This excellent hotel is in a nice by a pretty stream just 300m location facing the river Rhine from the centre of Monschau. with the Konigsallee Shopping Facilities include a bar and Boulevard and the old town restaurant, swimming pool, nearby. Facilities include the Le sauna and a bowling alley. All Jardin restaurant, plus a bedrooms feature satellite TV, swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna telephone and hairdryer. Lift and solarium. All bedrooms available. feature satellite TV, telephone, DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE mini bar, trouser press and tea / coffee tray. Lift to all floors. Sunday 30 November 6 days £355 DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Friday 28 November 4 days £269 Price includes 4 Return overnight sailings between Hull and Rotterdam with accommodation in two berth en suite inner cabins 4 Three nights accommodation with Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with cold buffet breakfast dinner and breakfast in Monschau. (Meals not included on board ship). 4 Plus return Eurotunnel journeys. Supplements per person: Single room & cabin £70 / Cabin with twin lower beds £12 / Supplement: Single Room £85 Cabin with window £20 / meals on board ship £41.

For online bookings visit www.arvonia.co.uk Austria, Switzerland & The Glacier Express 31 A super winter- wonderland tour travelling through the heart of the Alps here including one that takes you to the impressive Valluga Peak which at a in Austria and Switzerland, a stunning region that is home to some of height of over 9,000ft gives an unforgettable view across a vast expanse of Europe’s most impressive landscapes. Delight in the Austrian hospitality, peaks and glaciers. S wander in Prince Charles's footsteps in Klosters, enjoy a sleigh ride in Day Seven: We leave Feldkirch this morning and travel back through Y

Bregenzerwald and for the highlight of the holiday a truly sensational Switzerland and into France for another overnight stay in the city of Reims. A

journey on the world famous Glacier Express. Our base for the holiday is D

Day Eight: We continue north to Calais for our return journey to Folkestone / I the lovely preserved medieval town of Feldkirch, one of the Voralberg Dover and home to North Wales. L region’s most picturesque town’s nestled in a delightful setting at the O meeting point of four different countries. H

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Day One: Early departure to Dover / Folkestone for a ferry / train crossing to T

Calais, then on through northern France to the Champagne City of Reims for an N overnight stay. E N

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Basel and across the border into Switzerland, then on past Zurich to the T

Vorarlberg region of Austria and the Hotel Weisses Kreuz at medieval Feldkirch N

where we stay for the next five nights. O

Day Three: Our journey today will take us through Prattigau to reach Klosters, C Prince Charles preferred winter sport resort, then on to Davos, the alpine host to the World Economic Forum. Nestling at a height of over 5000ft Davos is one of the highest towns in the Alps and Switzerland’s largest resort. Perhaps take a trip on the funicular railway up to the famous Schatzalp Hotel and have lunch in the panoramic restaurant and visit the lovely Alpine Gardens. We return via Vaduz, the capital city of the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein. Day Four: This morning we head towards Hittisau in the Austrian Bregenzerwald HOTEL WEISSES KREUZ HHHH and enjoy some beautiful views of the hilly forested landscape. On arrival our After many successful visits we are sleighs will be waiting to take us on a trip through the snowy hillsides, finished off pleased to return to the Weisses Kreuz with some warming home-distilled schnapps. Next we see the picturesque village once again, a comfortable and friendly of Schwarzenberg then drive across the Bodele Pass to Dornbirn where we have family run hotel renowned for its warm an included visit to the world's largest Rolls-Royce Museum. welcome and excellent service. Day Five: A spectacular day out into Switzerland commencing with a drive past Facilities include a health club with Lake Walen and Lake Lucerne to Altdorf, home of the legendary William Tell. From fitness room and steam bath, plus a here we continue to Andermatt and take our seats in panoramic carriages of the restaurant, lounge area and residents famous Glacier Express for an incredible journey to Chur. On leaving Andermatt bar where nightly entertainment is provided. All bedrooms feature satellite TV, the train begins its ascent towards the magnificent Oberalp Pass which at 6,670 free internet access, telephone and hairdryer. Lift available. feet is the highest point on the line. It then descends towards Disentis and along DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE the stunning Rhine Gorge to finally arrive in medieval Chur, the oldest town in Switzerland. Here we board our waiting coach and travel back to Feldkirch. Sunday 15 February 8 days £619 Day Six: A morning at leisure in delightful Feldkirch to explore the medieval town Sunday 05 April 8 days £649 with its narrow cobblestone streets and alleyways. Attractions include the old Price includes 4 Two overnight stops with bed & breakfast 4 Five nights accommo - town gates and towers, the Gothic Cathedral and Schattenburg Castle, the best- dation with dinner and breakfast at Feldkirch 4 included drinks at main hotel between preserved castle of the region that has been guarding the picturesque town since 6pm and 9.30pm (beer, wine and spirits) the 13th century. In the afternoon we travel through the Arlberg Tunnel to the 4 Glacier Express journey from Andermatt to Chur 4 Return Eurotunnel journeys. popular resort of St Anton. There are several cable cars and chair lifts available Supplements per person: Single Room £160

Information and Bookings 01286 675175 32 Diano Marina S The delightful resort of Diano Marina lies on a magnificent stretch of Alps and Lake Lucerne into France for an overnight stay at Mulhouse. Y

A coastline in the Liguria Region of Italy, one of the country’s' smallest Day Nine: We continue north to Calais for an afternoon Eurotunnel journey back

D but most charming regions set along the north-west coast between the to Folkestone and on home to North Wales. I French Riviera and Tuscany. Famous for its exclusive resorts sub- L tropical scenery and exotic plants this region is also known as the O ‘Riviera of Flowers’. Diano Marina is one of the most popular resorts on H

the Riviera set in a wide sweeping bay with fine sandy beaches backed L by majestic mountains and an elegant palm-lined promenade. There is A

T a lovely old town to explore full of charm and character together with

N extensive tourist facilities and a fantastic climate to enjoy. E

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T Day One: Early departure to Folkestone for a journey through the Eurotunnel to

N Calais, then continue on to our overnight hotel at Lille in northern France.

O Day Two: We continue south on the French auto-routes to our second overnight

C hotel in the Macon area. Day Three: Today we head for the Mediterranean Coast passing Avignon and Aix-en-Provence then on to the Italian Riviera and the Hotel Diana Majestic where we stay for the next 5 nights. Day Four: A day at leisure to relax and explore Diano Marina. Day Five: We travel into France for a visit to world famous Monaco, described as one of the most beautiful places in the world and one of the world's most famous playgrounds, synonymous with luxury and sophistication, a tiny principality GRAND HOTEL DIANA MAJESTIC HHHH perched on top of a cliff with the opulence of Monte Carlo spread below. Explore The Grand is nicely situated set the tiny cobbled streets of Monaco, visit the late Prince Rainier’s Palace, admire amongst ancient olive trees with an the magnificent yachts in the harbour or maybe try your luck in the casino. Don’t outlook over the Bay of Diano Marina. forget to look out for the starting grid of the famous Monaco Grand Prix! Facilities include the hotel’s own private beach, outdoor pool and heated Day Six: We visit the old medieval hilltop town of Cervo, regarded for years as whirlpool, plus a lovely park with one of “The Most Beautiful Villages of Italy” that preserves its authentic old olive trees palms, figs and lemon characteristics of a medieval seaside village and where olive oil is still prepared trees. There are three restaurants using ancient cold pressing techniques. Wander through the winding narrow including the terrace restaurant where breakfast can be enjoyed (weather streets and enjoy the spectacular coastal views. From here we take a drive along permitting), a wine and cigar terrace, plus the lounge bar which offers an the coastline to the delightful resort of Alassio, with its colourful beach umbrellas, extensive choice of drinks. All bedrooms feature Carrara marble bathroom, air long promenade and the historic old town with its elegant designer boutiques. conditioning, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, minibar and room safe. Lift available. Day Seven : A further day at leisure or join us for an optional excursion which will take us via the city and port of Genoa to the fashionable resort of Santa DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE Margherita with its lovely marina, palms and villas. From here you can take a boat to Portofino, an exclusive haunt for the rich & famous, one of the most Saturday 21 March 9 days £539 picturesque and secluded spots in Italy with delightful pastel houses lining the Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with breakfast at overnight hotels shore of the harbour. 4 Five nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast at main resort hotel Day Eight: We leave Diano Marina this morning and head north to the St 4 Plus return Eurotunnel journeys. Supplement: Single Room £155 Gotthard tunnel which takes us into Switzerland, then on via the beautiful Swiss For online bookings visit www.arvonia.co.uk 33 Spectacular Lake Garda S

Explore some of Europe’s finest Lakeland scenery where tree-clad Day Seven: Leaving Lake Garda this morning we travel to the St Gotthard tunnel Y mountains descend into crystal clear waters and frame the pretty towns which takes us into Switzerland, then on via the beautiful Swiss Alps and Lake A and villages dotted along the shoreline. Garda is the largest of the Italian Lucerne into France. We then continue on to our overnight hotel at Saarbrucken. D I

Lakes stretching between the Alps and the Dolomites with diverse Day Eight: We continue north to Calais for our return Eurotunnel journey to L scenery ranging from low-lying countryside on its southern shores, Folkestone and on home to North Wales. O

rising to cliffs and pine forests in the north. Riva del Garda is a very H popular resort in a stunning location at the northern tip of the lake L overshadowed by spectacular mountains. The delightful Old Town is A centred around a 12th century fortress and clock tower with a maze of T narrow streets full of inviting little shops and pavement cafés to sit and N watch the world go by. E N I

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Day One: We depart in the early hours and travel south to Folkestone for a N

morning journey through the Eurotunnel to Calais, then continue on through O

Belgium and Luxembourg into Germany for an overnight stay at Saarbrucken in C Germany. Day Two: We travel on via Stuttgart and Ulm into Austria and across the Fern Pass, then on past Innsbruck and over the spectacular Brenner Pass to reach Lake Garda and the Hotel Savoy Palace at Rive Del Garda where we stay for five nights. Day Three: A day at leisure to relax and explore the delights of Riva del Garda. Day Four: Today we visit the quaint lakeside resort of Lazise, a medieval walled town with a myriad of pretty, cobbled and winding streets, lined with small boutique shops, cafés and typical stores selling local fare. We continue on to HOTEL SAVOY PALACE HHHH delightful Sirmione, uniquely located at the end of a peninsula. Sirmione is one of The four star Hotel Savoy Palace is Lake Garda’s oldest and most popular resorts famous for its medieval centre, located in a nice quiet position just moated castle and lovely piazzas. 900 metres from the historic centre Day Five: A visit to Verona, one of Italy’s oldest cities famous for its Opera of Riva and 150 metres from the festivals performed in its perfectly preserved Roman Arena in the historic centre lake. Facilities include indoor & of the city. See the famous Juliet's balcony as immortalised in Shakespeare's outdoor swimming pools, restaurant, Romeo and Juliet and the lovely Piazza delle Erbe with its 14th century fountain, lounge and piano bar. All bedrooms surrounded by magnificent medieval buildings and towers. Recently awarded the have a balcony and feature air- status of a "World Heritage Site", Verona also has a unique range of art-works conditioning, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, telephone, safe, hairdryer, bathrobe and and monuments enclosed within the city walls. slippers. Lift to all floors. Day Six: A further day at leisure in Riva Del Garda or join us for an optional DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE excursion to world famous Venice one of the most beautiful cities in the world Sunday 08 March 8 days £469 built on a network of canals and lagoons lined with architectural masterpieces and enchanting gondolas. We travel by waterbus from Venice Mestre to the Price includes 4 Two nights accommodation with breakfast at overnight hotels centre to discover the famous sights such as the Basilica of St Marks, the Ducal 4 Five nights accommodation with dinner and breakfast at resort 4 Return Eurotunnel Palace, Bridge of Sighs, Doges Palace and the Rialto Bridge. (Waterbus fare journeys. payable locally) Supplements per person: Single Room £125

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S The delightful Italian Region of Tuscany is steeped in history and Day Nine: We travel back through Switzerland and into France for another Y glorious scenery with a landscape of vineyards, cypress trees and overnight stay in Mulhouse. A hilltop hamlets, plus medieval towns and cities with their imposing

D Day Ten: We head north to Calais for our return Eurotunnel journey to Folkestone I architecture, beautiful settings and world famous monuments that have and on home to North Wales. L captivated people for centuries. The lovely spa resort of Montecatini O Terme is one of the most popular destinations in Tuscany, the town has H

lovely gardens, stylish shops and trattorias, plus a funicular railway

L that climbs to the original medieval part of the town from where there

A are spectacular views. Being a spa town there are also several centres T for rejuvenating treatments using the waters from the town. N E ITINERARY N I Day One: Day One: Early departure for our journey south to Folkestone and T through the Eurotunnel to Calais, then on to our overnight hotel at Lille. N Day Two: We continue south to Mulhouse for our second overnight stay. O

C Day Three: We climb through the beautiful Swiss Alps to the Gotthard tunnel that will take us into Italy then continue on to the spa town of Montecatini Terme where we stay for the next six nights. Day Four: A day at leisure to relax and explore the resort, maybe take the funicular up to Montecatini Alto to explore the Old Town and enjoy the views. Day Five: An excursion by local train (accompanied by our driver/courier) to visit the magnificent city of Florence, the artistic and cultural capital of Europe. Located on the Arno River Florence is synonymous with the names of HOTEL ERCOLINI & SAVI HHHH Michelangelo, Da Vinci, Botticelli and Galileo with many famous sights such as A lovely traditional hotel that has the Duomo, the Uffizi Gallery and the stunning Ponte Vecchio Bridge. (The most been owned and run by members convenient route to the centre of Florence is by train, avoiding long walks from of the same family since it was the parking areas which are on the city outskirts). first opened in1910. The hotel features all the modern amenities Day Six: We travel to Pisa where on an immense green lawn there are four yet still retains the elegance and impressive buildings in gleaming white marble. These are the enormous Duomo, grandeur of its past. Ideally located the cathedral's bell tower - better known as the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the in the resort centre, close to the circular Baptistery, the largest of its kind in Italy, plus the Camposanto, one of the historical spa, there is a most beautiful cemeteries in the world. From here we continue to the lovely welcoming lounge, bar and terrace, plus the grand La Pecora Nera Restaurant. medieval walled town of Lucca with its beautiful churches, quaint narrow cobbled All bedrooms are air-conditioned and sound-proofed and feature satellite TV, streets and pretty piazzas. free Wi-Fi, hairdryer, room safe and mini-bar. Lift available. Day Seven: A journey through the delightful hills of the Chianti countryside, with an ever-changing vista of vineyards and olive trees. We visit San Gimignano, a DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE charming and well preserved hilltop town, famous for its numerous towers. On Saturday 08 November 10 days £619 then to the old medieval city of Siena, the capital of Chianti with its churches, Price includes 4 Three nights accommodation with breakfast at overnight hotels narrow streets and splendid palaces. The highlight is the main square (Piazza del 4 Six nights accommodation with dinner and buffet breakfast at resort Campo) regarded as one of the most beautiful squares in Italy. 4 Welcome drink 4 Gala candle-light dinner on the last night Day Eight: A final day at leisure to relax and explore in Montecatini Terme, 4 Return Eurotunnel journeys. perhaps do some souvenir shopping. Supplements per person: Single Room £140

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Viareggio is a beautiful seaside town located on the Versilian Riviera walled city of Lucca, one of the oldest cities in Tuscany with delightful narrow A D

Coast, graced by many exquisite buildings in Art Decò style lining its cobbled streets and beautiful historic churches. I streets and boulevards and with clear seas, fine sandy beaches and the Day Eight: Sadly we leave beautiful Tuscany and travel back through Switzerland L stunning backdrop of the Apennine Mountains. The annual Carnival is and into France for an overnight stay at Strasbourg. O doubtless the most famous carnivalesque event in Italy attracting H Day Nine: Continue north to Calais for our return Eurotunnel journey to thousands of visitors from all over the world. The stars of these L Folkestone and on home to North Wales. spectacular shows will once again be the huge paper maché floats and A puppets, which will parade along the famous "viali a mare" offering a T wide programme of entertainment and fun for children and adults alike. N E N I

ITINERARY T Day One: Early departure to Folkestone for a journey through the Eurotunnel to N

Calais and on to our overnight hotel at Lille in Northern France. O Day Two: We continue across the Champagne region and on to our second C overnight stay at Mulhouse. Day Three: We cross the border into Switzerland and climb up through the Alps to the St Gotthard Tunnel which takes us into Italy, then on to the Versilian Riviera and the resort of Viareggio where we stay for the next five nights. Day Four: A day at leisure to relax and explore Viareggio, take a stroll along the palm-lined promenade with its trendy boutiques, fashionable shops and gelateries. Check out the numerous cafes and restaurants in which to enjoy some PALACE HOTEL HHHH great food and wine and watch the world go by. Built at the turn of the Century Day Five: A further day at leisure to enjoy the spectacular Viareggio Carnival. See this lovely 4 star hotel is the whole resort come to life with its colourful carnival featuring elaborate situated at the centre of the parades, performers in typical 'burlamacco' masks and flamboyant costumes. Viareggio promenade. Huge papier-mâché floats, some up to 20 meters high, glide down the A stylish hotel with spacious, promenade and the whole city is alive with music, animation, games and classically furnished public entertainment, including folklore bands and performers from all over the world. areas and facilities that Day Six: Today we drive north along the coast to the fashionable resort of Santa include the Cancello Margherita with its lovely marina, palms and villas. From here you can take a trip Restaurant, the American by boat to delightful Portofino, an exclusive haunt for the rich & famous, one of Cocktail Bar, various lounge areas and a roof top terrace where you can relax the most picturesque and secluded spots in Italy with delightful pastel houses with a drink and enjoy the views. All bedrooms are air conditioned and feature lining the shore of the harbour. A must see when visiting this beautiful stretch of satellite TV, internet access, fridge, hairdryer and safe box. Lift available coastline. Day Seven: We travel to world famous Pisa, home to one of the most recognized DEPARTURE DURATION PRICE buildings in the world. On an immense green lawn there is quartet of medieval Wednesday 18 February 9 days £639 masterpieces in gleaming white marble. Admire the Duomo and the Baptistery, Price includes Eight nights accommodation with dinner & breakfast the Camposanto and the famous leaning Tower, then stroll around Pisa's arcaded 4 4 Return Eurotunnel crossing streets filled with Romanesque churches and squares. Next we visit the medieval Supplements per person: Single Room £70

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