Tynedale Group Travel

2020 British & European Holidays www.tgtholidays.co.uk Tour Programme 2020 A TGT Gift Voucher is the perfect present DEPARTURE TOUR DAYS PAGE and can be used as full or part 20th April Cheddar Gorge, Bath & Wells 5 7 payment for any of our holidays. 27th April Isle of Man, History & Heritage 5 7 They are a great way to mark Birthdays, Mother’s Day, Father’s 7th May Coins, Castles & The Brecon Beacons 5 8 Day, Anniversaries, Christmas etc. or just as a special thank you. 20th May Wurzburg, Rothenburg & Germany’s Romantic Road 7 9

Please call 01434 322944 to 1st June Garden of England and The Bluebell Railway 5 10 place your order (min £20). 8th June Beautiful Beaulieu & The New Forest 5 11

14th June Ireland’s Ancient East and Mountains of Mourne 5 12

1st July Cornish Delights 6 13

8th July Lermoos and The Tyrolean Alps 10 14

20th July Paignton and The English Riviera 8 16

30th July Isle of Wight 7 16

9th August London at Leisure, Summer in the City 3 17

9th August Downton Abbey & Hampshire Cream Teas 4 17

16th August Loire Valley & Chateaux of France 7 18

23rd August Discover Dolphins, Drams, Castles & Cairngorms 5 20

29th August Llandudno and Snowdonia 5 21

8th September Sidmouth, Boats Trams and Gardens 6 22

14th September Ireland, Bantry Bay and Garnish Island 7 23

23rd September Lake Garda, Lakes & Vineyards 10 24

19th October Enchanted Forest & Luxury Perthshire 5 26

6th November City of Bruges 5 27

15th November All Inclusive Tinsel & Turkey, Inverness 5 28

23rd November Tenby, Pembrokeshire Tinsel & Turkey 5 28

29th November Thursford Christmas Spectacular 3 29

3rd December Holly & Mistletoe Festive Break in Llandudno 5 30

10th December German Christmas Markets and Rhine River Cruise 6 31

30th December New Year in Harrogate 4 32

The above package tours are organised by Tynedale Group Travel Ltd, registered address is

Townfoot Garage, Haltwhistle, Northumberland NE49 OND

Tel; 01434 322944. e-mail [email protected]

2 Call our reservations team on 01434 322944 Welcome to our 2020 brochure Another great holiday

As a family owned business we have been offering UK and European coaching holidays for over 29 years and with the help of feedback from our holidaymakers we have put Lovely tour which together a programme of exciting destinations and itineraries which include some new exceeded our short breaks and holidays as well as some much loved destinations and themed breaks. expectations All of our itineraries offer wonderful inclusions and excursions to give added value to your holiday from gardens, castles and museums to train journeys, boat rides and beaches. Hopefully there is something for everyone and we hope that you find a suitable holiday or Enjoyed our holiday with two within these pages. TGT – you always go As part of our ongoing investment and commitment to quality we are delighted to be adding that extra mile our brand-new tour vehicle for the 2020 season. Our new Irizar i8 tour coach is undoubtedly the very best luxury tour coach available and oozes the luxury and comfort our holidaymakers have come to expect whilst its dynamic and stunning appearance will continue to make it Enjoyable trip with a stand out from the crowd. Please see page 5 for further details. varied itinerary and a As in previous years we continue to be members of the Bonded Coach Holidays Scheme run good hotel by The Confederation of Passenger Transport UK which is the national trade association for coach operators. This means that your payments to us have financial protection to give you complete peace of mind and further details are below. Always have a great

We hope that you enjoy browsing through this brochure and will take the opportunity to holiday with TGT explore the best of Britain and Europe with us - we look forward to your company. Andy & Cath Sinclair Holiday well organised as Directors usual and much enjoyed.

Excellent service from everyone

Very good value for money – enjoyed it all

The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within the meaning of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018. Therefore, you will benefit from all EU rights applying to packages. Tynedale Group Travel will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the package as a whole. Additionally, as required by law, Tynedale Group Travel has protection in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included in the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that it becomes insolvent. Tynedale Group Travel is a member of the Bonded Coach Holiday Group of the Confederation Of Passenger Transport UK Ltd. This is a government approved consumer protection scheme. This ensures that in relation to the coach package holidays described in this brochure (or website) that the clients' monies are protected by a Bond which may be called upon in the unlikely event of the Member’s Insolvency. Clients are recommended to inspect the current membership certificate at our registered office or alternatively go to www.bch-uk.org or telephone 0207 240 3131 to confirm current membership. Your attention is also drawn to the Bonded Coach Holiday Group Trading Charter that will apply to these coach package holidays.

Details of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 can be found at: Membership www.legislation.gov.uk/ukdsi/2018/9780111168479/contents Number 10287

For more information please visit www.tgtholidays.co.uk 3 Our commitment to you... As a family owned company we are able to offer that little bit extra and promise to do everything we can to make your holiday a memorable experience.

• Professional, efficient and friendly staff • Certain tours are operated by two • Full financial protection for total peace who will provide a personal attentive members of staff. This allows us to offer of mind. We are a fully bonded operator. service from your initial enquiry to the an on-board drinks service, hotel check-in • Ferry crossings to Europe, where moment you return home. and those extra touches that can only be possible are made via Port of Hull using provided with a crew of two. • Door to Door Collection Service from cabins with twin or single beds not certain areas. This allows the tour coach • Carefully chosen, well located, comfortable bunks.An on board buffet dinner and departure points to be kept to an absolute hotels with private facilities. breakfast complete the package. minimum to reduce waiting time as • Excursion programme with many entrances • Carefully planned itineraries and routes passengers join and leave the tour. and admissions included at no extra cost. so that even the outbound and return • Travel in style and comfort on one of the Visits to places of interest, attractions, train journeys are part of the holiday experience North East’s most modern and luxurious rides and boat trips etc can be costly but with scenic drives and breaks in towns and fleet of coaches with hot and cold drinks are included to enhance your holiday and cities off the motorways where possible. and bathroom facilities on-board. give extra value for money. • The size of the tour party for any holiday in • Our drivers are selected for their skill, • The very best value for money. the brochure will not exceed 50 and the knowledge and personality and will look We don’t aim to be the cheapest but minimum number of persons required for a after you with care, attention and humour we provide superb value for money holiday to take place is 25. throughout your holiday. along with individual attention that can only come from a small independent family run business.

We would like to thank our regular travellers and friends for their continued support and, along with first time customers we look forward to the pleasure of your company on a TGT Holiday soon.

Booking Your 2020 Holiday

Our dedicated reservations hotline will be open between 9:00am and 5:00pm on Wednesday 20th November 2019 during which time the office in Haltwhistle will be closed. No bookings or reservations will be taken before this date.

We expect our lines to be busy so we would be grateful for your patience.

We will re-open for personal callers and postal bookings at 9:00am on Thursday 21st November.

Usual Opening Times: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Bookings hotline 01434 322944

4 Call our reservations team on 01434 322944 Seating Plan

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33 34 35 36 New for 2020 Irizar i8 VIP tour coach. 37 38 39 40 • Extra-long in length offering extra leg room and interior space. • Reclining leather executive seats with 3 point seat belts and USB charging points 41 42 43 44 • Washroom / toilet facilities • Servery area for hot drinks / oven / and fridges 45 46 47 48 • Fully air-conditioned • Tri-axle coach for additional stability and safety 49 50 51 52 • Most up to date safety systems offering the safest vehicles on UK roads • Euro 6 engines offering the cleanest and lowest emissions available. • Onboard wifi availability

Coach Roadshow We are delighted to announce our first roadshow. In February, prior to its registration and delivery, we will be travelling to as many locations as possible to offer holidaymakers the opportunity to view the new coach, meet our team and showcase our new brochure. Dates and times to be announced - keep an eye on our website Find us on Facebook and Facebook page.

For more information please visit www.tgtholidays.co.uk 5 Joining our Holidays We offer a number of options to make joining your tour coach easy, convenient and hassle free.

Door to Door Service If you live outside the areas shown on the £25.00 per person return map we can still arrange to collect you and locations include: If you live within the areas shown on your luggage. We often use independent • Blyth • Bishop Auckland • Barnard Castle the map and your holiday is of 4 days taxi companies for this service and can offer • Consett • Cramlington • Morpeth or more we offer a free Door to Door specially subsidised rates as follows: • Newton Aycliffe • North Shields Minivan Service. • Otterburn • Tynemouth • Whitley Bay £15.00 per person return For holidays of 3 days or less a charge is locations include: Please enquire for other locations. payable. Prices are dependent on • Little Corby • Matfen • Slaley location and start at £15 per person. Door to door collection must be £20.00 per person return requested at the time of booking and is One of our dedicated feeder vehicles will locations include: ONLY available from your own home collect you and your luggage from your • Gosforth • Jesmond • Blaydon • Lowfell address. Requests for collection from home and take you to join your tour coach. • Newcastle • Wetheral • Carlisle any other address (including that of other At the end of your holiday we will return you • Chester le Street • Darlington • Durham members of your party) will incur a charge. to your home. • Rowlands Gill • Washington • Bellingham

You can join the tour coach free of charge at; • TGT Office, Haltwhistle. Free parking is available in our secure compound (at your own risk) • Haydon Bridge Community Centre • Hexham Wentworth • Angel Inn Corbridge • Denton Burn (A69) • Washington Services • Durham Services* • Scotch Corner Services* * Except for holidays to Scotland, Ireland and Cumbria

Luggage and mobility aids Maximum luggage allowance per person for all of our holidays

One suitcase per person to be no more journeys, suitcases could remain on the This also applies to wheelchairs and than 70 cm high x 45 cm wide and coach overnight so we may ask that each other walking aids so please call the weigh no more than 23kgs passenger also carries their overnight office to discuss arrangements . essentials in one small bag or holdall. Increasingly where hotel porterage is For some tours the luggage allowance included any suitcases deemed larger or may be dictated by the airline or ferry Passengers using our door to door service heavier than stipulated above will remain company. If this is the case we will let you are advised that luggage exceeding these the responsibility of the passenger to know. allowances may not fit into our feeder transfer to and from the coach. vehicles so may be refused. For tours where a ferry or one night stay is included on the outbound and return

6 Call our reservations team on 01434 322944 5 DAYS 5 DAYS £499 £489 MONDAY 20TH APRIL 2020 per person MONDAY 27TH APRIL 2020 per person Cheddar Gorge, Bath Isle of Man, & Wells History and Heritage Our base for this holiday is medieval Wells, England’s smallest city and The fascinating Isle of Man has over 200 miles of beautiful unspoilt it is from here that we experience the finest attractions in the area countryside and coastline, with pretty coves and superb beaches to including Longleat Estate and the historic city of Bath. complement its famous Manx hospitality.

SWAN HOTEL **** EMPRESS HOTEL, DOUGLAS *** This historic, award-winning hotel could not be better placed or have a more Commanding a prime location on the Victorian Promenade and overlooking dramatic view, located directly opposite Wells Cathedral. Parts of the hotel date back Douglas Bay, the Empress is a short walk from the heart of Douglas and offers to 1422 and over the years has been sympathetically refurbished and extended to a warm welcome. All rooms are en suite and have comfort and convenience in offer modern amenities in a beautiful setting. All bedrooms are furnished in an mind with flat screen TVs hairdryers and tea and coffee facilities. Please note: elegant, traditional style and there is an elegant yet modern bar and restaurant with There are 18 steps into the hotel entrance, but wheelchair access is available terrace offering wonderful views over Cathedral Green and Wells Cathedral. Owing via the ground floor restaurant. A small lift serves all floors but there are small to the historic nature of the building the hotel does not have a lift. additional steps along some corridors.

Itinerary Inclusions Itinerary Inclusions Monday This morning we make our way south, Monday We leave our local area and travel 4 Four night stay at The Swan Hotel with comfort breaks en route, to arrive at our hotel to the Port of Heysham to join the Isle of Man 4 Four night stay at Empress Hotel Wells – dinner, bed and breakfast with time to settle in before dinner. Steam Packet sailing to Douglas. We arrive in Douglas - dinner bed and full Tuesday Today we pay a visit to the extraordinary 4 Three course dinner with 4 Douglas late afternoon for the short transfer to the Manx breakfast. and unique Longleat Estate, the first stately home choices per course with Empress Hotel and there will be some free time 4 Three course dinner with 3 to fully open its doors to the public back in 1949. tea/coffee before dinner. choices per course and After a tour of the fascinating house, we embark 4 Welcome glass of Bucks Fizz tea/coffee. upon a safari and track down some of the park’s before dinner on the first evening During the next 3 days we have the 4 Return Ferry crossings 1,000 animals - don’t forget to hide all your expertise of a local guide for some 4 Executive coach travel thoughout 4 Porterage sandwiches! wonderful excursions. The highlights 4 Porterage Wednesday Free morning in Wells. Enjoy the include: 4 Excursions as listed including weekly Farmers Market set in the historic 4 Excursions as listed including • A full day excursion to the south of the island Laxey Wheel and Snaefell Railway. marketplace, visit Wells Cathedral and the famous Longleat Estate and Cheddar including Port Erin, Castletown and Cregneish 4 Return executive coach travel. Gorge 14th Century astronomical clock, and view the National Folk Museum. This working village 4 Services of an experienced local picturesque Bishop’s Palace and Vicars’ Close. 4 Door to door service from demonstrates the crofter’s way of life on the guide. This afternoon we travel over the Mendip Hills selected areas (see page 6) island in the 19th and early 20th centuries. 4 Door to Door Service from to Cheddar Gorge, Britain’s highest inland • A full day including a visit to the famous Lady 4 This tour is operated by one selected areas (see page 6) limestone cliff rising up to 450ft. We explore the member of staff with frequent Isabella ‘Laxey’ Wheel. This impressive piece of 4 This tour is operated by one world-famous caves and stalactite caverns. comfort breaks Victorian engineering is the world’s largest (Admission included). working waterwheel. This visit includes the Mine member of staff with frequent Thursday Today we visit Bath. Take time to visit Not included Trail where visitors can learn more about the comfort breaks the remains of one of the finest spas of the ancient lives of the Laxey miners. We will also world, The Roman Baths, explore stunning Bath • Travel Insurance £38 per person ride to the summit of Snaefell on the Mountain Not included (incl. IPT) Abbey or take afternoon tea in the elegant Railway where, on a clear day, you can enjoy • Travel Insurance £38 per person Pump Room restaurant. The famous Royal • Single room supplement £75 the wonderful views over Ireland, Scotland (incl. IPT) Crescent, a magnificent sweep of 30 Georgian and Wales. • Single Room Supplement £42 houses featured as a backdrop in countless films and TV dramas is a must see and Bath • A half day excursion to Peel returning to allow offers a wonderful selection of shopping and restaurants. an afternoon at leisure in Douglas. Friday After breakfast we start our journey home with breaks including some free time Friday Today we leave the Island as we join the morning sailing back to Heysham. Upon for lunch. We expect to arrive home late afternoon/early evening. arrival we continue the journey home with comfort break en route arriving late afternoon.

For more information please visit www.tgtholidays.co.uk 7 5 DAYS £489 THURSDAY 7TH MAY 2020 per person

Coins, Castles & The Brecon Beacons Inclusions Our tour includes visits to some of South Wales’ most popular attractions including The Royal 4 Four night stay at Parkway Hotel & Spa – dinner, bed Mint, Dyffryn Gardens, Castell Coch, Penderyn Distillery and the Brecon Mountain Railway! and breakfast 4 Three course carvery dinner with 3 choices per PARKWAY HOTEL & SPA **** course with tea/coffee Located just north of Newport and set in its own grounds surrounded by green parkland with extensive 4 Welcome tea/coffee on arrival leisure facilities which include an indoor swimming pool, gym and sauna. The bedrooms are tastefully 4 Live musical entertainment at hotel decorated and have tea/coffee facilities. There is a cosy bar and lounge with open fire as well as lovely patio 4 Porterage and garden areas. 4 Free use of leisure facilities Itinerary Sunday This morning, we embark on a 6 mile return 4 Excursions as listed including Royal Mint, Dyffryn vintage steam train journey from Pant to Torpantau on the Gardens, and Brecon Railway Thursday This morning we make our way to Wales, with Brecon Mountain Railway. We journey along the Taf Fechan 4 Executive coach travel thoughout. comfort breaks en route, to arrive at our hotel with time to Reservoir before climbing to Torpantau high in the Brecon settle in before dinner. 4 Door to door service from selected areas (see page 6) Beacons. Our 1.5 hour trip includes a 35 minute stop at Friday This morning, we enjoy a guided tour of The Royal 4 This tour is operated by one member of staff with Pontsticill Station where there is a Lakeside café and Mint Experience visitor attraction, where we see how blank frequent comfort breaks Steam Museum. We enjoy lunch (not included) back at pieces of metal become coins, observe the striking hall Pant Station’s Tearoom and visit the locomotive workshop from a viewing gallery, and even have the opportunity to Not included before heading to the famous Penderyn Distillery where strike our own coin to take home (extra charge). Please we enjoy a guided tour and tasting. • Travel Insurance £38 per person (incl. IPT) note, visitors are required to undertake security checks. Monday After breakfast we start our journey home with We spend the afternoon in nearby Cardiff, where we enjoy • Single room supplement £90 (all double/twin for sole use) breaks including some free time for lunch. We expect to free time to explore this exciting city. arrive home late afternoon. Saturday Today we visit the stunning 55 acres of Dyffryn Gardens surrounding the partially restored Dyffryn House, where we can explore the beautiful garden rooms, formal lawns and extensive arboretum at leisure. In the afternoon we visit Castell Coch (not suitable for those with walking difficulties), the ultimate fairy tale castle, with conical towers and needle-sharp turrets peeking out from a wooded slope. The castle is a popular filming location due to its “Camelot” style of drawbridge, portcullis, court yard and lavish interiors.

8 Call our reservations team on 01434 322944 7 DAYS £849 WEDNESDAY 20TH MAY 2020 per person

Würzburg, Rothenburg Inclusions & Germany’s Romantic Road 4 Return ferry crossings in low berths cabins with meals Four nights stay at Maritim Hotel - dinner bed & buffet Join us on this beautiful scenic holiday to the Black Forest, famous for its lush green 4 breakfast. meadows, pine clad hills and picturesque villages and inspiration for some of the Brothers Grimm fairy tales. It is also renowned for the cuckoo clocks produced in the region since the 4 Welcome drink on arrival 1700s. You will find a warm welcome from the locals who are immensely proud of their 4 Three course buffet dinner with 3 choices per course traditions and heritage. Würzburg is the capital of Lower Franconia and one of Germany’s and tea/coffee prettiest baroque cities. It’s most famous landmark is the mighty Marienberg Fortress which 4 Porterage at Maritim Hotel dominates the city skyline. 4 Executive coach travel throughout 4 Excursions as listed including Bamberg, and River MARITIM HOTEL, WÜRZBURG Cruise Located directly on the river, the excellent Maritim Hotel offers a magnificent view of the Marienberg Fortress, perched high above the city. The baroque city centre can easily be explored on foot from the hotel. The hotel 4 Free use of swimming pool has a restaurant, wine and cocktail bars. All spacious en-suite bedrooms are equipped with hairdryer, 4 Door to door service from selected areas (see page 6) television, radio, telephone and minibar. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam 4 This tour is operated by two members of staff with on bath and solarium. board drinks service (at additional cost) and frequent comfort breaks. Itinerary majestic centre, wonderful cathedral and superb palaces, this Unesco-listed city was built by archbishops on seven Not included Wednesday We travel to Hull to join the overnight ferry hills, earning it the sobriquet of ‘Franconia Rome’. to Rotterdam. Accommodation is provided in low berth Emerging from WWII mostly untouched, most of the city’s • Travel Insurance £63 per person (incl. IPT) cabins. After dinner why not relax with a drink and enjoy finest buildings are original with pristine examples of • Single Room Supplement £100 (all doubles for sole use) the ship’s entertainment. architecture from the Romanesque era. Bamberg is also • Tourist Tax, payable direct to hotel in person. Rate set by Thursday After breakfast on board we continue to our justly famous for its beer; there are 10 breweries in town local authority so subject to change (currently €2.50 per destination, Würzburg, taking in the wonderful scenery as and another 80 or so in the vicinity person per night) we drive through the magnificent Rhine Gorge with its Sunday This morning we take the short walk to the Alter many small towns, hilltop castles and vineyards. We break Kranen boat pier and join a river cruise for the return with free time for lunch in one of the picturesque towns journey to Veitshöchheim passing vineyards and the Monday After a leisurely breakfast we travel to Cologne before continuing onto Würzburg. convent Oberzell. Coffee and cake is included on board. where there will be some free time for lunch before we Friday Full day excursion along the Romantic Road. The The centre of the picturesque old town is the former make our way back to the Port of Rotterdam to join our highlight of the day is our visit to the best preserved summer residence of the Prince-Bishops of Würzburg overnight sailing to Hull. medieval town in Germany, Rothenberg. Walk the wall that where you can enjoy a stroll through one of the most Tuesday After breakfast on board we disembark and re- encircles Rothenberg to get various perspectives of beautiful Rococo gardens in Europe before re-joining the join the coach for our journey home. We will pause for a architecture in the Middle Ages, climb to the top of the boat for the return journey to Würzburg. We’ll arrive back refreshment break and expect to arrive back in the Tyne Rothenberg Town Hall Tower (circa 1250-1400) for around 1.30pm and the remainder of the day is at leisure. Valley during the afternoon. wonderful views of the town and surrounding countryside. The beautiful old town is easily explore on foot and the four Saturday It’s difficult not to be impressed by Bamberg, towered Wurzburg Cathedral St.Kilian, is one of the largest clearly one of Germany’s most beautiful cities. With a Romanesque churches in Germany.

For more information please visit www.tgtholidays.co.uk 9 5 DAYS £515 MONDAY 1ST JUNE 2020 per person

Garden of England Inclusions and The Bluebell Railway 4 Four night stay at the Marriott Tudor Park – dinner, bed and breakfast Kent is known as the Garden of England for its abundant flower meadows, orchards and hop Three course dinner with 3 choices per course with fields. Come with us on this stunning jaunt around the county, taking in blooms galore as well 4 tea/coffee as a selection of wonderfully preserved castles and houses, each offering a glimpse of times past. We discover Medieval & Tudor history, see a vast selection of different flowers & plants 4 Welcome tea/coffee on arrival and take an enchanting train ride through the forest. This tour offers the perfect opportunity 4 Free use of leisure facilities to relax, get away and lose yourself in magical worlds of history and horticulture 4 Executive coach travel thoughout 4 Porterage MARRIOTT TUDOR PARK **** 4 Excursions as listed including Leeds Castle, Hever Set in beautiful Kent countryside on the outskirts of Maidstone this hotel is in an excellent location for touring Castle and Bluebell Railway the surrounding areas of Kent. The open-plan restaurant is located to the rear of the hotel with views over 4 Door to door service from selected areas (see page 6) the golf course. The hotel has plenty of areas in which to relax, with seating around the large reception, as well as a mixture of comfortable seating in the large, modern bar and separate lounge. In addition there is a 4 This tour is operated by one member of staff with terrace adjacent to the hotel gardens. Leisure facilities include a sauna, indoor swimming pool, steam room frequent comfort breaks and gym. Not included Itinerary house in the county”. Ightham Mote has a charming • Travel Insurance £38 per person (incl. IPT) courtyard, an orchard and extensive grounds. This Monday This morning we make our way south, with • Single room supplement £114 (all double for sole use) afternoon we make our way to Scotney Castle set in comfort breaks en route, to arrive at our hotel with time to beautiful grounds with a fish filled moat, a magical walled settle in before dinner. garden and a house filled with art, literature and furniture. Tuesday Today is a day of beautiful castles beginning on Thursday Today we enjoy a full day excursion. We visit the doorstep of our hotel, with a visit to Leeds Castle, the Emmetts Garden which showcases an amazing variety of “loveliest castle in the world”. We have a chance to flowering plants and exotic trees, and offers sweeping discover 900 years of history inside the Norman building views of the Kent countryside. We also discover the and admire the riverside Woodland Garden and fascinating interior of Penshurst Place and its beautiful and Mediterranean Terrace Garden with beautiful views over expansive formal gardens and there will be time to take lake and parkland. Get lost in one of the most popular refreshments here (not included) We also enjoy a unique mazes in Kent and return to civilisation through an outing on The Bluebell Railway vintage steam train underground grotto. Later we make our way to Hever between Sheffield Park and East Grinstead on a 22-mile Castle and Gardens, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn. round trip winding through the peaceful Sussex The castle’s interior is magnificent, resplendent with countryside. First opened in 1960, the railway still uses the historic features and elaborate decorations and the locomotives, signalling systems, stations and operating grounds are stunning with statues, ornamental gardens practices of the time, preserving a slice of Britain’s past. and a loggia overlooking the boating lake. Friday After breakfast we start our journey home with Wednesday Today we visit Ightham Mote, a romantic breaks including some free time for lunch. We expect to 14th century moated manor house, garden and estate, arrive home late afternoon/early evening. described as “the most complete small medieval manor

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Beautiful Beaulieu & The New Forest Inclusions Based at a stunning forest retreat with Beaulieu village on the doorstep, our hotel provides 4 Four night stay at the Beaulieu Hotel – dinner, bed and the perfect base for a true New Forest experience. Our package includes visits to Beaulieu, breakfast Wilton House, Compton Acres and a vintage cruise around Poole Harbour 4 Three course dinner with 4 choices per course with tea/coffee BEAULIEU HOTEL *** 4 Welcome tea/coffee on arrival Formerly a coaching inn close to the village of Beaulieu and surrounded by beautiful open heathland and 4 Executive coach travel thoughout New Forest wildlife. Expect warm hospitality and exceptional service from the friendly team. The bedrooms are comfortable with a homely feel and most are located within the main building with lift access, but there 4 Porterage are also rooms located within an annexe next door, with several more rooms on the ground floor. The cosy 4 Excursions as listed including Beaulieu Motor Museum restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere as does the welcoming bar at the front of the hotel. The hotel also and Jurassic Cruise owns the atmospheric pub next door and there is a small indoor heated swimming pool. 4 Door to door service from selected areas (see page 6) 4 This tour is operated by one member of staff with Itinerary Victorian splendour of Palace House to enjoy as well as frequent comfort breaks the tranquil ruins of the 12th century Cistercian Beaulieu Monday This morning we make our way south, with Abbey and the beautiful grounds and gardens. In the Not included comfort breaks en route, to arrive at our hotel with time to afternoon we visit Winchester with free time to explore settle in before dinner. this vibrant, ancient and cultured city. • Travel Insurance £38 per person (incl. IPT) • A delightful scenic drive through the New Forest National • Single Room Supplement £48 (all double/twin for sole use) During our stay we have included some wonderful Park, spending time in historic Lyndhurst before excursions: continuing through the storybook village of Burley and • Beaulieu Motor Museum where over 250 vintage Brockenhurst. Later we visit Salisbury where there will vehicles are exhibited depicting the story of motoring in be time to explore the medieval city with its historic the UK and motor racing internationally. There is also the streets and alleyways, half-timbered buildings and magnificent Cathedral which boasts the tallest spire in the UK. • A visit to Poole & Swanage. We join the Jurassic Cruise at Poole Quay, travelling through the harbour and along the Jurassic Heritage Coast, passing Old Harry Rocks, to Swanage. There will be free time in this quaint fishing village to explore or perhaps take a ride on the Swanage Railway before re-joining our coach for the return to our hotel.

Friday After breakfast we start our journey home with breaks including some free time for lunch. We expect to arrive home late afternoon/early evening.

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Ireland’s Ancient East Inclusions & Mountains of Mourne 4 Return ferry sailings Four nights stay at Ballymascanlon House Hotel – Ireland is always a favourite destination and Dundalk is an excellent base on Ireland’s ancient 4 dinner bed and breakfast East coast to explore the Cooley Peninsular and Mountains of Mourne. 4 Three course dinner with 3 choices per course and tea/coffee BALLYMASCANLON HOUSE HOTEL **** 4 Porterage Located in Dundalk, this family owned hotel is run with pride and dedication. The impressive Victorian house forms the heart of the hotel which is located on the 140 acre Ballymascanlon estate. All bedrooms are 4 Welcome tea/coffee on arrival comfortable and kept to a high standard. There is an elegant, formal dining room with chandeliers, a large 4 Free use of leisure facilities bar overlooking the gardens, a cosy lounge and an outside terrace. Leisure facilities include an indoor 4 Return executive coach travel throughout swimming pool, hydro pool, sauna, steam room and outdoor hot tub. 4 Excursion as listed including River cruise, Titanic Belfast and Distilleries Tuesday Today, we spend time in the nearby coastal town Itinerary 4 Door to Door Service from selected areas (see page 6) of Carlingford, one of the best preserved medieval towns Sunday This morning we depart our local area and travel in Ireland, boasting an idyllic location in the heart of the 4 The tour is operated by one member of staff with along Scotland’s South West coast to the Port of Cairnryan beautiful Cooley Peninsula. We take a 15 minute ferry frequent comfort breaks for the 15.30 crossing to Belfast. On arrival in Belfast we journey across the Carlingford Lough, from Greenore to * Photographic ID required travel south over the border to Dundalk to our home for 4 Greencastle, and enjoy a scenic coastal and Mourne nights, The Ballymascanlon House Hotel in time for dinner. Mountain drive. We have free time to enjoy lunch in Not included Monday This morning, we travel to Belfast harbour and Newcastle before we head to the Rademon Estate • Travel Insurance £52 per person (incl. IPT) enjoy tea/coffee & scones before embarking on a guided Distillery, home of Shortcross Gin where we enjoy a tour boat tour of Titanic Harbour. We view the Titanic Quarter and tasting. • Single room supplement £84 (double or twin for sole use) from the water and appreciate the vastness of this Wednesday Today we make our way to the Jack

important industrial area. We continue our Titanic theme r Daniels-owned Slane Distillery housed within the 250 year- e s i a K in the afternoon, visiting the world-famous Titanic Belfast

old stables of the iconic Slane Castle Estate. We have a o c i N which tells the Titanic story though nine spectacular - tour of the distillery, where we are immersed into the r k c i interactive galleries housed in its iconic building. After free l

wonderful world of whiskey before experiencing the taste F time for lunch in the city we enjoy a guided tour of the city of the signature, triple-casked blend, Slane Irish Whiskey! © before returning to Dundalk. We then head next door to Slane Castle where we enjoy a tour and learn about the heritage and history of this famous attraction. We return to our hotel for our final dinner. Thursday After breakfast, we travel to Belfast to join the 11.30am sailing to Cairnryan. Whilst on board enjoy lunch in one of the ships restaurants before arriving mid- afternoon to continue our journey along the south west coast arriving home early evening.

12 Call our reservations team on 01434 322944 6 DAYS £659 WEDNESDAY 1ST JULY 2020 per person

Cornish Delights Inclusions The rugged coastline, sandy beaches and picture postcard fishing villages and towns make 4 Five night stay at The Falmouth Hotel - dinner bed & Cornwall a truly magical kingdom. Our base is Falmouth, steeped in maritime history, with breakfast. sandy beaches and a busy waterfront. 4 Three course dinner with 3 choices per course and tea/coffee. FALMOUTH HOTEL *** 4 Porterage Steeped in history and with striking Victorian architecture, this Grand Dame is Falmouth’s first ever hotel. 4 Free use of leisure facilities at hotel Situated in 5 acres of beautiful gardens and overlooking Castle Beach, the hotel offers individual bedrooms, stunning views, an award-winning restaurant and spa and leisure facilities all combining to make the perfect 4 Executive coach travel throughout coastal hideaway. A great place to relax, unwind and explore the vibrant town of Falmouth. Enjoy the view 4 Excursions as listed. from the Castle Beach Lounge and Bar or retire to the terrace and take in the fresh sea air. The Spa includes 4 Door to door service from selected areas (see page 6) treatment rooms, a heated indoor pool, spa bath, steam room and fully equipped gym. 4 This tour is operated by one member of staff with frequent comfort breaks Itinerary • A full day starting in the charming fishing village of Mevagissey which still boasts a working harbour. Later Not included Wednesday After an early departure we travel south with we travel to the Eden Project, the largest conservatories comfort breaks en route arriving in Falmouth during the in the world, cutting edge iconic architecture, awe • Travel Insurance £40 per person (incl. IPT) late afternoon. There will be time to settle in and relax inspiring gardens, a rainforest and many more • Single Room Supplement £175 before dinner. attractions. There’s always something new to see even if you’re a returning visitor. Whilst in resort we have included the following • Full day to the bustling city of Truro. There will be excursions and some free time: free time to visit the magnificent Victorian Cathedral • A tour along some of the beautiful Cornish coastline that dominates the city and explore the Georgian including the historic port of Penzance with gardens, architecture and cobbled streets before we return to museums, historic houses and castles. Lands End, our Falmouth by water, sailing a picturesque route along the most south-westerly point and one of our most famous River Fal through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty landmarks. St Ives, one of Cornwall’s best loved resorts passing Tudor castles, deep sided wooded valleys and with winding alleyways, cobbled streets, historic harbour historic houses. and quaint cottages as well as fabulous beaches. Art lovers will also know it as home to the Tate Gallery. Monday After breakfast we leave Cornwall and return • A day at leisure to explore Falmouth. Stroll around the north with comfort breaks en route and expect to arrive thriving harbour discovering its fascinating maritime home in the early evening. heritage, visit the National Maritime Museum and its huge collection of boats and stories of intrepid explorers or take a river cruise up the River Fal which runs through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – there is plenty to enjoy here.

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Lermoos and the Tyrolean Alps Inclusions Join us as we travel to some of the most iconic and picture-perfect settings in Austria and 4 Return ferry crossings in low berths cabins with meals Germany, mixing dramatic Bavarian castles with spectacular Tyrolean Alpine scenery. 4 Two nights at overnight hotels – bed and breakfast A dramatic cable car ride to the summit of the Zugspitze Mountain is a highlight and with buffet dinner visits include the famous town of Oberammergau, Ettal’s Abbey, Linderhof Palace Five nights stay at Hotel Edelweiss – dinner bed and and Innsbruck. 4 breakfast 4 Porterage at all hotels HOTEL EDELWEISS **** 4 Three course buffet dinner with 3 choices per course Set in a wonderful touring location and only 5 minutes’ walk from the pretty village of Lermoos, the Edelweiss and tea/coffee at all hotels is surrounded by the mountains of the Tyrolean Zugspitzarena, amid a stunning natural landscape. There is a large bar and lounges, including a beautiful mountain view terrace and large restaurant offering an excellent 4 Free use of leisure facilities at Hotel Edelweiss choice of food. Bedrooms are spacious and feature a TV and hairdryer. Excellent leisure facilities include an 4 Return executive coach travel throughout outdoor and indoor swimming pools, steam room and sauna. 4 Excursions as listed including Linderhof Castle, Ettal Abbey and Cable Car. 4 Door to Door Service from selected areas (see page 6) 4 This tour is operated by two members of staff with on board drinks service (at additional cost) and frequent comfort breaks.

Not included

• Travel Insurance £69 per person (incl. IPT) • Single Room Supplement £85 • Tourist Tax, payable direct to hotel in person. Rate set by local authority so subject to change (currently €2 per person per night)

14 Call our reservations team on 01434 322944 Itinerary set high in the Arlberg region of Austria. With its via a short cable car and ride the rack railway to the pedestrianised main street, it offers a delightful mix of old Bavarian town of Garmisch Partenkirchen. We arrive at the Wednesday We travel to Hull to join the overnight ferry and new architecture and interesting shops. Why not take central station in modern Garmisch and have free time to to Rotterdam. Accommodation is provided in low berth a trip on one of the many cable cars to enjoy the breath- wander to the old town of Partenkirchen to view the pretty cabins. After our included buffet dinner why not relax with taking views of the surrounding mountains. Bavarian buildings, and enjoy a coffee, beer or some typical a drink and enjoy the ship’s entertainment. Monday Today, we take a short drive to the Bavarian Bavarian food (pretzels are a must!) before returning to the Thursday After breakfast on board we join our coach and village of Oberammergau where we enjoy free time to station where our coach will take us back through the land travel into Germany to our overnight hotel with a break explore the town made famous by the Passion Play. border into Austria and our hotel. with free time for lunch in one of the picturesque towns Journey on to King Ludwig’s Linderhof Palace, with its Wednesday After breakfast we sadly say goodbye to our en route. After time to relax dinner is included this evening. intricately ornate interiors where we have included a hosts and travel with breaks en route to our overnight hotel Friday After breakfast we continue through Germany and guided tour. Finally, we will visit Ettal Abbey, a stunning in Germany. Our journey this afternoon takes us along the into Austria arriving into the resort Lermoos this afternoon. Benedictine Monastery whose inhabitants are known for River Rhine and famous Rhine Gorge to the picturesque After check in the rest of the day is at leisure to explore their beer brewing and cheese production skills, both of town of Boppard. We arrive at The Bellevue Hotel with free the hotel and village before dinner this evening. which can be bought in the adjoining shop. time before dinner. Saturday Our first visit takes us to the picturesque town Tuesday This morning we enjoy an amazing journey to Thursday After a leisurely breakfast we continue our of Hall in Tirol, which in the 15th and 16th century was the top of Germany’s highest mountain, the majestic journey with breaks en route to the Port of Rotterdam to one of the most important towns in the Habsburg Empire. Zugspitze, which sits at 2962 metres above sea level join our overnight sailing to Hull. Again accommodation is Today Hall has the largest intact old town in Western straddling the Austrian-German border. We ascend from provided in low berth cabins and buffet dinner and Austria. Later we continue our journey into Innsbruck, the Austrian side via the cable car from Ehrwald which breakfast is included. capital of Austria’s western state of Tyrol. For those who offers stunning views, before spending time on the summit Friday After breakfast on board we disembark and wish, join us for a walking tour of this wonderful city admiring the views of 400 mountain peaks spanning re-join the coach for our journey home. We will pause for followed by free time to explore at leisure before returning 4 countries visible on clear days from the cafe and a refreshment break and expect to arrive back in the Tyne to Lermoos later this afternoon. terraces. We descend on the German side of the mountain Valley during the afternoon. Sunday After a leisurely breakfast we head to St Anton

For more information please visit www.tgtholidays.co.uk 15 8 DAYS 7 DAYS £689 £659 MONDAY 20TH JULY 2020 per person THURSDAY 30TH JULY 2020 per person Paignton and the Isle of Wight Enjoying the very best of the summer sunshine through its unique English Riviera position the Isle of Wight attracts visitors from every corner of the We are delighted to return to the English Riviera for a superb seaside globe. The peace, beauty and varied delights of this wonderful Island holiday with lovely scenery and history in abundance. Famous for its have kept it a favourite holiday destination since early Victorian times white sandy beaches, rocky coves and popular pier, Paignton has a lot when Queen Victoria purchased Osbourne House. Our base, Shanklin, to offer by day and by night the seafront comes alive with illuminations is a lovely resort with miles of sandy beaches, beautiful gardens, making it the perfect place for an evening stroll. promenade and olde worlde thatched cottages.

PALACE HOTEL, PAIGNTON *** CHANNEL VIEW HOTEL *** Part of the prestigious Duchy Hotels group, this comfortable hotel stands in We are delighted to return to this family run hotel. The hotel occupies a unique beautiful grounds in a desirable location on Paignton’s Esplanade directly elevated position overlooking Shanklin Bay and has a reputation for warm opposite the seafront with Paignton the town centre only a short walk away. welcomes, efficient service, excellent food and attention to detail. All bedrooms Expect efficient and professional service and tastefully decorated en suite are tastefully decorated and the hotel boasts an indoor swimming pool, Spa and bedrooms. There is an entertainment programme running nightly and the hotel Sauna. The hotel has a lift but it does not serve all floors and there are several has a Beauty Spa and Health Suite. steps at the front entrance although a ramp is provided.

Itinerary Itinerary Monday After an early departure we travel south with comfort breaks en route arriving Thursday This morning we make our way south, with comfort breaks en route, to join in Paignton during the late afternoon. There will be time to settle into the hotel and relax our ferry for the crossing to the Isle of Wight. We then have a short transfer to the hotel before dinner. During our stay we have included some wonderful excursions: Whilst in resort we have included the following excursions: • A full day tour of the island taking in coastal views and visiting Alum Bay and Yarmouth. • Totnes and Buckfast Abbey: A morning visit to Buckfast Abbey and Gardens, a • A nostalgic ride on the Isle of Wight Steam Train. Settle back in beautifully restored tranquil refuge from the hectic pace of everyday life. Later we head to the medieval Victorian and Edwardian carriages and enjoy a market town of Totnes in time for lunch and an unique view of the island complete with the Inclusions evocative aromas and sounds of the steam afternoon at leisure. Inclusions 4 Six night stay at the Channel engine. Later we enjoy an afternoon at leisure • ‘Steam and Cruise’. We start with a short walk View Hotel – dinner, bed and 4 Seven night stay at The Palace and time for lunch in Cowes, the famous from our hotel to join the Dartmouth Steam breakfast Railway for a delightful and nostalgic ride along Hotel Paignton - dinner bed & yachting centre, with its lovely harbour and 4 Return ferry crossing the coast and the scenic Dart Valley to breakfast. some of the most expensive properties on Kingswear. Here we take the ferry across the 4 Dinner each evening with the island. 4 Executive coach travel thoughout harbour to historic Dartmouth. There will be time individual dining between • A full day excursion to the resorts of Newport 4 Porterage and Ryde. for lunch and to explore the town before we 6.30pm – 8.30pm 4 Excursions as listed including • A full day excursion as we first travel to the enjoy a one hour cruise along the beautiful River 4 Porterage Osbourne House and Steam Train Dart. Afterwards we take the ferry to Kingswear quintessential English village of Godshill, with its 4 Entertainment in the hotel 4 Door to door service from and join the train for the ride back to Paignton. charming thatched – roofed cottages, medieval lounge each evening selected areas (see page 6) • A full day excursion to Dartmoor National Park church, tearooms and model village. Later this and the maritime City of Plymouth. 4 Complimentary use of leisure morning we continue onto Osbourne House, the 4 This tour is operated by one • Full day excursion to the Cornish fishing villages facilities. palatial holiday home of Queen Victoria. The member of staff with frequent of Looe and Polperro. 4 Executive coach travel throughout house offers an intimate glimpse of royal family comfort breaks life and the garden terraces have stunning views • Morning visit to Kents Cavern, a spectacular 4 Excursions as listed natural cave with a history spanning 400 million across the Solent. Not included 4 Door to door service from years. It was used by Britain’s first humans • A free day in resort. Why not try the beach or selected areas (see page 6) • Travel Insurance £42 per person and remains of mammoth, woolly rhino and take a leisurely walk along the cliff tops to the (incl. IPT) cave bears are found here. After our visit we 4 This tour is operated by one neighbouring resort of Sandown. enjoy a Devonian clotted cream tea. The member of staff with frequent • During your stay an optional trip will be offered • Single Room Supplement £Nil remainder of the day we spend in the wonderful comfort breaks to Shanklin Theatre for one of their traditional • Double for sole use supplement resort of Torquay. music variety shows. £162 Not included • Free day in Paignton enjoying the promenade, • Superior front sea view room £66 Wednesday After breakfast we travel across the harbour, beach, gardens and shops. • Travel Insurance £45 per person per person based on two sharing Monday After breakfast we leave Paignton and island to take the short crossing to the mainland. (incl. IPT) • Side sea view room £30 per person return north with comfort breaks en route and We continue our homeward journey with comfort • Single Room Supplement £175 based on two sharing expect to arrive home in the early evening. breaks en route.

16 Call our reservations team on 01434 322944 3 DAYS £259 SUNDAY 9TH AUGUST 2020 per person 4 DAYS £375 London at Leisure, Summer SUNDAY 9TH AUGUST 2020 per person in the City Join us on this short break to London doing as much or as little as you Downton Abbey & wish whilst soaking up the capital’s history and atmosphere. This is a Hampshire Cream Teas ‘go as you please’ breakaway and you can decide whether to simply Join us on a regal tour, fit for a Duke or Duchess! We visit Highclere enjoy shopping and sightseeing, take a trip to the theatre in London’s Castle, instantly recognisable as Downton Abbey, to discover the West End or explore any of London’s other cultural delights. upstairs/downstairs history of the Castle. We also visit Winchester, Oxford and Portsmouth and enjoy a sumptuous High Tea in the PARK PLAZA LONDON RIVERBANK **** Spinnaker Tower. Could this be the highest afternoon tea on the Situated on the south side of the River Thames, opposite the Tate Britain Art south coast? Gallery with stunning views of the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and the London Eye. Each of the air-conditioned bedrooms is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including high-speed Internet, flat screen televisions, direct dial APOLLO BASINGSTOKE HOTEL **** A modern hotel located in the heart of North Hampshire. All bedrooms are well telephone, mini-bar, tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a restaurant, furnished and offer tea/coffee facilities. The hotel spa offers indoor swimming bar, fitness suite and swimming pool so there are plenty of opportunities to relax pool, sauna, steam room and gym. Relax in the library bar and lounge and enjoy after a busy day sightseeing. dinner in the hotel’s excellent restaurant.

Itinerary Inclusions Itinerary Inclusions Sunday After a morning departure we travel to Sunday This morning we make our way south 4 Two nights stay at Park Plaza 4 Three night stay at Apollo Hotel, London with comfort breaks en route arriving mid- with comfort breaks en route to arrive at our hotel London Riverbank - bed & full Basingstoke – dinner, bed and afternoon. The hotel is in a great location to enjoy with time to settle in before dinner. cooked breakfast. breakfast the remainder of the day and evening at leisure. Monday Today we enjoy a morning at leisure in 4 Dinner – 3 course buffet menu Monday After a cooked buffet breakfast today 4 Porterage the historic city of Winchester with free time for is at leisure. London has much to offer so why not 4 Executive coach travel throughout lunch before our afternoon visit to Highclere 4 Free use of leisure facilities consider some of the following. 4 This tour maybe operated using Castle. The Castle has been used extensively in 4 Executive coach travel thoughout one of our VIP Team Coaches. the filming of ‘Downton Abbey’ and your visit will 4 Porterage • Buckingham Palace & The Royal Mews. include entrance to the Castle, Grounds and 4 This tour is operated by one 4 Excursions as listed including • Big Ben & Houses of Parliament with audio tour. Gardens. Visit the State Rooms and Library to see member of staff with frequent Highclere Castle and Spinnaker • Churchill War Rooms- the bunker and museum the desk and chair that Napoleon used during his comfort breaks Tower Afternoon tea hidden beneath the streets of Westminster. time on St Helena. Explore the Egyptian Collection 4 Door to door service from • Westminster Abbey and Kensington Palace. Not included of items excavated by Lord Carnarvon and Howard • Tate Britain and South Bank Carter from the ancient tombs of Egypt and selected areas (see page 6) • Shakespeare’s Globe – take a tour or experience • Travel Insurance £28 per person stroll through the gardens designed in the 18th 4 This tour is operated by one a world renowned production of Shakespeare. (incl. IPT) century by the most famous of English landscape member of staff with frequent • Trafalgar Square, surrounded by museums, • Single Room Supplement £130 architects, ‘Capability Brown’. comfort breaks galleries and historic buildings. Tuesday Today we enjoy a morning at leisure in • Door to door service from selected • Borough Market – a foodie’s delight. Portsmouth. Take the opportunity to visit the areas (see page 6) Not included • Postal Museum – explore the tunnels & station Historic Dockyard and its famous attractions, HMS • Travel Insurance £33 per person platforms of London’s 100-year-old postal railway. Victory, HMS Warrior, HMS M.33 and The National (incl. IPT) • West End shows – something for everyone. Museum of the Royal Navy. Alternatively, enjoy a • Thames River Cruise or Flight on the London Eye – see the city from a different short ferry trip across the harbour to Gosport to • Single Room Supplement £75 perspective. visit more attractions, including the excellent Royal • Shopping. Submarine Museum. This afternoon we enjoy High Tea at the spectacular Spinnaker Tower • Covent Garden – famous for specialist shops, stalls and street entertainment. on the historic waterfront. Take in the stunning views while we tuck into sandwiches, scones with jam and cream, and a mini patisserie selection. Tuesday After breakfast, check out and store your suitcase in the hotel’s luggage room Wednesday After breakfast we visit the unique, historic university city of Oxford with and spend your final day at leisure. Please return to the hotel in good time to collect your its honey-gold buildings, dreaming spires and riverside setting. There will be free time for luggage and board the coach for a 3pm departure. With comfort breaks en route we lunch before we head for home with comfort breaks en route. We expect to arrive back expect to arrive back in the Tyne Valley during the evening. in the Tyne Valley during the early evening.

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Loire Valley and Chateaux of France Inclusions The Loire Valley stirs the world’s romantic imagination – a land of stunning châteaux, fine 4 Overnight ferry crossings in low berths cabins with wines and spectacular scenery. We’ve compiled a fabulous itinerary to take in some of the breakfasts & dinner on return finest parts of this beautiful region. 4 Four nights stay at Novotel Amboise – dinner bed and buffet breakfast NOVOTEL AMBOISE **** 4 Porterage & Welcome drink on arrival Ideally located in an elevated, tranquil setting, overlooking Amboise, approximately 20 minutes on foot from 4 Three course dinner; 4 choices starter & dessert and the town centre and the banks of the Loire River. From the hotel’s terrace you can enjoy impressive views of 2 choices of main with tea/coffee Amboise Chateau and the beautiful Loire countryside beyond. All bedrooms have modern facilities including 4 Return executive coach travel throughout air-conditioning, TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift to all floors. 4 Excursions as listed including Chateaux visits and boat trip 4 Door to Door Service from selected areas (see page 6) 4 This tour is operated by two members of staff with on board drinks service (at additional cost) and frequent comfort breaks.

Not included

• Travel Insurance £63 per person (incl. IPT) • Single Room Supplement £196 • Tourist Tax, payable direct to hotel in person. Rate set by local authority so subject to change (currently €1.50 per person per night)

18 Call our reservations team on 01434 322944 Itinerary Wednesday Morning visit to Chateau de Villandry. Whilst the Chateau itself is impressive, Villandry is set apart Sunday A mid-morning departure as we travel south to by its beautiful gardens created at the beginning of the the city of Portsmouth with comfort breaks en route. On 20th century. These includes the wonderfully restored arrival in Portsmouth we enjoy free time to explore Renaissance Garden. We return to Amboise for an Portsmouth’s Gunwharf Quays Shopping Outlet, Historic afternoon at leisure. Wander through the small streets Dockyards and Waterfront where several restaurants are of the town centre and marvel at the Troglodyte cave available to enjoy a relaxing dinner and drinks before dwellings that have been turned into houses and wine re-boarding our coach to transfer the short distance to cellars, or visit Clos Luce Castle where Leonardo di Vinci join the overnight Brittany Ferry sailing to Caen (boarding spent his final years. approx. 9pm). Accommodation is provided in low Thursday A leisurely start as we travel to join our boat berth cabins. journey from Chisseaux. This 50 minute round trip along Monday After breakfast we disembark our ship Le Cher offers stunning views of the very beautiful Chateau (approx. 7am) and travel with comfort break to Tours, the de Chenonceau. On arrival back to Chisseaux we drive the capital of the Loire Valley, in time for lunch. We will have short distance to the Chateau to explore its amazing the afternoon at leisure to explore the delightful old history, beautiful rooms, wine cellars and stunning gardens town set by the river, with beautiful tree lined squares of and maze. You’ll find places to take refreshments on site half-timbered houses, narrow streets offering wonderful and later this afternoon we return to Amboise. shopping and dining options. Later this afternoon we Friday Sadly after breakfast we say goodbye to our hosts arrive at our hotel in Amboise with free time to relax and travel to the port of Zeebrugge with comfort breaks en before dinner. route to join our overnight sailing to Hull. Accommodation Tuesday Chateau de Chaumont – this morning we make is provided in low berth twin cabins with buffet dinner our way to the renowned Garden Show at Chateau included on board. Chaumont. Every year the hugely impressive gardens are Saturday After breakfast on board we disembark and re- recreated in different themes by designers and landscape join the coach for our journey home. We will pause for a gardeners, bringing the surroundings of the château to life. refreshment break and expect to arrive back in the Tyne Within the grounds there are several options for lunch with Valley during the early afternoon. ample time to explore the gardens and Chateau perched high over the Loire.

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Discover Dolphins, Drams, Castles Inclusions 4 Four night stay at Grant Arms Hotel – dinner, bed and & Cairngorms full cooked breakfast The Scottish Highlands offer so many touring possibilities, with nostalgic railways, amazing Three course dinner with 3 choices per course with wildlife, spectacular Cairngorm Mountain scenery, impressive castles, and award winning 4 tea/coffee distilleries on the doorstep and our new tour features all of the aforementioned! 4 Welcome tea/coffee with scones on arrival GRANT ARMS HOTEL *** 4 Porterage Situated in the heart of Grantown-on-Spey, this gem of a hotel offers modern comforts whilst retaining its 4 Executive coach travel thoughout traditional character. In 1860, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert stayed here! The well maintained bedrooms 4 Excursions as listed including, Dolphin cruise and are comfortable with spacious bathrooms and tea/coffee facilities. The large, traditional restaurant is in a Strathspey Steam Railway beautiful, high-ceilinged room which overlooks the high street and the bar and lounge areas are cosy 4 Door to door service from selected areas (see page 6) and relaxing. 4 This tour is operated by one member of staff with frequent comfort breaks Itinerary before we reach Broomhill. We enjoy free time for lunch in Aviemore before continuing to the foot of Cairngorm itself Not included Sunday Today we head north and expect to arrive in and boarding the Funicular Railway, the highest in the UK, Grantown-on-Spey during the afternoon. There will be time to ascend the northern slopes of the mountain on a • Travel Insurance £38 per person (incl. IPT) to settle into our beautiful hotel before dinner. spectacular 2km journey. Later we visit the Highland Folk • Single Room Supplement £112 all double for sole use Monday Today we visit Ballindalloch Castle. This Museum to see how Highland people lived and worked sumptuous retreat is a joy to explore along with its from 1700s to the 1950s. beautifully maintained walled and rock gardens. In the Thursday After a leisurely breakfast we begin our journey afternoon we visit Glenfiddich Distillery for a tour and home with comfort breaks en route. tasting of the award winning drams. Tuesday This morning, we travel to Inverness Marina and board the Dolphin Spirit for a 75 minute wildlife cruise between the Beauly Firth and Inverness Firth. Our guide will provide commentary and we may see otters, seals, red kites, ospreys, herons and the resident bottlenose dolphins! We spend the afternoon in Inverness with free time to explore its many attractions. Wednesday Today we head off on a 10 mile journey on the Strathspey Steam Railway, taking in glorious views of heather-clad moors, Caledonian forest and the Spey River

20 Call our reservations team on 01434 322944 5 DAYS £399 SATURDAY 29TH AUGUST 2020 per person

Llandudno and Snowdonia Inclusions There is nothing like a trip to the seaside in summer and Llandudno is beautifully situated on 4 Four night stay at Tynedale Hotel - dinner bed & a sweeping sandy bay with the mountains of Snowdonia towering in the background. Lying breakfast between the headlands of the Great and Little Orme, the town has retained its Victorian and 4 Porterage Edwardian elegance and offers a wide flat promenade with the longest pier in North Wales Executive coach travel throughout and a bandstand where there is regular entertainment during the summer months 4 4 Excursions as listed THE TYNEDALE HOTEL *** 4 Door to door service from selected areas Year after year The Tynedale Hotel is always our most popular hotel. This modern, bright seafront hotel is 4 This tour is operated by one member of staff with just 20 metres from the beach and a short walk from the high street and the town’s well preserved pier. frequent comfort breaks The owners and their superb team make sure you have a fabulous stay and your holiday starts from the moment you arrive. Bedrooms are warm and stylish with modern classic fabrics, digital TV with radio Not included channels, telephones, hairdryers, ironing facilities and a hot drinks tray. The majority of bedrooms are • Travel Insurance £38 per person (incl. IPT) accessed by a lift. • Single Room Supplement £Nil Itinerary • Free day in the resort of Llandudno. Why not take the • Executive sea view rooms £60 per person electric railway up the Great Orme or try the Vintage bus, Saturday After a relaxed departure we travel to North have a stroll along the beach or just relax on the Wales with suitable comfort stops en route arriving to a promenade. welcoming cup of tea/coffee whilst our luggage is swiftly delivered to our rooms. Time to relax and explore our Wednesday After breakfast we depart our hotel and surroundings before dinner is served in the hotel travel homeward with a break for lunch. We expect to arrive restaurant. home mid-afternoon.

During our stay we have included the following excursions: • Full day as we first travel to Conwy, rich in history with much of the town still contained within its medieval walls and its mighty castle towering over the town. Later we continue on to Caernarfon where the castle of King John stands at the head of the town protecting the Menai Strait. • Full day to the magnificent Snowdonia National Park with visits to Llanberis and Betws-y-Coed.

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Sidmouth ‘Boats, Trams & Gardens’ Inclusions The lovely seaside town Sidmouth sits in the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 4 Five night stay at The Royal York & Faulkner Hotel - beneath majestic Triassic red cliffs and the hills of the glorious Sid Valley on the Jurassic dinner bed & breakfast. Coast. It is surrounded by spectacular scenery and has beautiful gardens, leisurely walks‚ 4 Four course table d’hote dinner with tea/coffee each Regency history and clean beaches making it a perfect base for this tour. evening 4 Porterage ROYAL YORK & FAULKNER HOTEL *** 4 Executive coach travel throughout This magnificent Regency building enjoys an unrivalled position on Sidmouth’s elegant Esplanade overlooking 4 Excursions as listed including Bicton House, Seaton the sea and close to the picturesque town centre. Dating from 1810 the hotel has undergone extensive, Tramway & River Exe Cruise. though careful, refurbishment encompassing beautifully appointed public areas with excellent amenities. Run by the Hook family for more than seventy years, the hotel has a reputation for offering hospitality, service 4 Door to door service from selected areas (see page 6) and comfort. The hotel has a lift but some rooms are approached by stairs. 4 This tour is operated by one member of staff with frequent comfort breaks Itinerary our journey and spend a relaxing afternoon in Lyme Regis ‘The Pearl of Dorset. Not included Tuesday After an early departure we travel south with • Full day excursion to the picturesque seaside town of • Travel Insurance £40 per person (incl. IPT) comfort breaks en route arriving in Sidmouth during the Exmouth. During our visit we have included a wonderful • Single room supplement £Nil late afternoon. There will be time to settle in and relax River Exe Cruise with live commentary and Devon scones before dinner. smothered with strawberry jam and locally made clotted cream with tea and coffee will be served onboard. Whilst in resort we have included the following • After a leisurely start we travel to Bicton Park House and excursions: Botanical Gardens. These magnificent Grade 1 listed • Full day excursion including a visit to Seaton, followed gardens span nearly 300 years of horticultural history by a ride on the famous Seaton Tramway which runs and the landscaped park combines historic glasshouses, 3 miles through East Devon’s Axe Valley. We continue a countryside museum, the Bicton Woodland Railway and much more. We return to resort mid-afternoon. • A free day at leisure in resort. Relax on the beach,

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Ireland, Bantry Bay and Garnish Island Inclusions The South West of Ireland is without doubt one of the most beautiful and scenic areas the 4 Two nights at overnight hotels – dinner bed and Emerald Isle has to offer and the town of Bantry is truly one of West Cork’s wondrous gems. breakfast With lush tropical vegetation and breath-taking views as far as the eye can see, Bantry is a 4 Four nights stay at Maritime Hotel – dinner bed and favourite location for artists, camera enthusiasts and holiday makers alike. breakfast 4 Porterage at all hotels THE MARITIME HOTEL **** 4 Three course dinner with 3 choices per course and This excellent hotel offers stylish, contemporary accommodation and is situated on on the quayside in the tea/ coffee at all hotels waterfront town of Bantry in beautiful West Cork. Relax in the traditional bar or cosy library lounge or enjoy the Club Maritime Leisure centre which includes a heated indoor swimming pool and fitness centre. All 4 Return executive coach travel throughout bedrooms provide a high level of comfort with en-suite bathrooms, TV, tea/coffee tray, hairdryer, iron, safe 4 Return ferry sailings and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a lift to all floors. 4 Excursions as listed including Garnish Island boat trip and Bantry House and Gardens Itinerary • A full day tour to discover Ireland’s most southerly point, 4 Door to Door Service from selected areas (see page 6) Mizen Head. From the visitor centre the cliff top path 4 The tour is operated by one member of staff with Monday After an early departure we travel south and over leads to the Signal Station with views to the famous frequent comfort breaks the border into Wales. We travel along the North Wales “Ireland's Teardrop” Fastnet Rock. Later today we visit coast with spectacular views of the Snowdonia Mountains Bantry House & Garden, a family home for the past 300 * Photographic ID required and Welsh coast and beaches, crossing onto Anglesey and years. There will be free time to explore the house, onwards to the Port of Holyhead to join the afternoon stunning formal gardens or enjoy refreshments in the Not included sailing to Dublin. On arrival we travel south into County tearoom at leisure. • Travel Insurance £63 per person (incl. IPT) Kildare for our overnight stay at Westgrove Hotel, Clane • A full day tour around the Beara Peninsula and the Wild where we enjoy dinner this evening. Atlantic Way with visit to Castletown Berehaven. • Single Room Supplement £135 Double/twin for sole use throughout Tuesday After a leisurely breakfast we continue our Saturday Sadly it’s time to depart Bantry, and travel north

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distance to the Port of Belfast to join the late morning • A leisurely day as we travel along the shore of Bantry sailing to Cairnryan. Enjoy lunch on board before arriving © Bay to Glengarriff for a trip with Harbour Queen Ferries in South West Scotland. We continue our journey home to Garnish Island, an Italianate garden that flourishes in arriving in the Tyne Valley early evening. the Gulf Stream. Look out for the seal colony on the way. After free time on the island we return to Bantry mid- afternoon to allow free time in the town.

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Lake Garda – ‘Lakes & Vineyards’ Inclusions Lake Garda is a familiar destination for many and Italy is well known for great food and wine. 4 Return ferry crossing in low berths with dinner and In this new tour we take a journey to the hidden treasures and gems in and around Lake Garda breakfast. and meet some interesting local people. Among them is Alessandro Redaelli De Zinis, owner 4 Two overnight stays in Germany with breakfast and of his family’s 500 year old historic wine estate where you will enjoy a fantastic wine tasting, 3 course buffet dinner. Tea/coffee. and Fabio, a local farmer and landowner, who runs an authentic eatery and will deliver an Porterage at all hotels outstanding lunch, giving us an insight and taste of the ‘real Italy’ 4 4 Parc Hotel Gritti package includes; PARC HOTEL GRITTI **** 4 Five night stay with dinner and buffet breakfast This outstanding lakeside hotel is a 10 minute walk from the old centre of Bardolino and is surrounded by 4 Three course dinner with 3 choices per starter/main beautiful grounds and gardens. The modern style and facilities give the feel of a first class ‘self-contained’ and 2 choices of dessert holiday resort. All bedrooms have a TV and hairdryer. There is a large outdoor swimming pool with a sun 4 Wine & water with dinner terrace, sun beds and pool bar and the large restaurant overlooks the gardens. There is also an indoor 4 Speciality farewell dinner. swimming pool, gym and fitness centre. 4 Tea and cookies or cake every afternoon. 4 Live piano music some evenings 4 Free use of hotel leisure facilities. 4 Return executive coach travel throughout 4 Excursions as listed including Wine Tastings, boat trip and Trattoria da Arturo 4 Door to Door Service from selected areas (see page 6) 4 This tour is operated by two members of staff with on board drinks service (at additional cost) and frequent comfort breaks. Not included • Travel Insurance £69 per person (incl. IPT) • Single Room Supplement £167 Double for sole at Parc Gritti • Parc Gritti upgrades (limited and subject to availability) ; • Balcony room £40 per stay • Superior room (minibar; free soft drinks, luxury toiletries) £170 per stay • Tourist Tax, payable direct to hotel in person. Rate set by local authority so subject to change (currently around €2.00 per person per night)

24 Call our reservations team on 01434 322944 Itinerary Sunday This morning we drive to the beautiful lakeside way back to the lake via the astonishing Ossario di San town of Salo, which boasts the longest promenade in all Martino della Battaglia, which pays homage to the part it Wednesday After a mid-morning departure we travel to of Lake Garda, with many areas to explore. We enjoy free played in the epic Battle of Solferino in 1859. Hull with a lunch break en route. Later this afternoon we time in this historic location which was earmarked as the Tuesday An early start today as we walk the short join our overnight sailing to Rotterdam and accommodation ‘Republic of Salo’ for two years during WWII when it was distance from our hotel to the jetty in Bardolino and board is provided in cabins with two low floor berths. Buffet held by Mussolini and the German SS due to its proximity the public boat heading for the bustling lakeside town of dinner and breakfast is included so relax and enjoy the on to the nearby mountains. A visit to the town museum Desenzano, home to many shops, cafes and a wonderful board entertainment and facilities as you cruise to explains more of this fascinating part of their history, which Tuesday market taking up the whole of the lengthy mainland Europe. is a world away from the beautiful scenery and gentle promenade. Enjoy free time to browse the many market Thursday After breakfast we disembark and start our lakeside location of today. This afternoon we continue into stalls and local shops, or just enjoy lunch or a coffee and journey across Holland and Germany with frequent breaks the Valtenesi countryside until we reach Cantine Redaelli gelato by the waterside. This afternoon we drive the short en route arriving at our overnight hotel in Germany with De Zinis, a beautiful location for the family home of the De distance to visit the ‘jewel in the crown’ of Lake Garda - time to relax before dinner. Zinis who have been in residence since 1799. We visit their the peninsula of Sirmione with its lovely moated castle and Friday Following breakfast we continue our journey vineyards to indulge in some delicious wine tastings and medieval centre. crossing into Italy this afternoon and onto the shores of visit the cellars to learn about the production. Wednesday Sadly this morning we say goodbye to our Lake Garda to Bardolino. After time to relax and unpack Monday Today we head south following the river Mincio hosts and return to Germany to our overnight hotel in time we enjoy dinner. to one of Italy's loveliest villages - Borghetto sul Mincio. for a relaxing dinner. Saturday Today is at leisure in Bardolino, to enjoy its We have time to stretch our legs and enjoy a cappuccino Thursday After breakfast we make our way back to the scenic medieval centre teeming with bars and cafés, all overlooking Borghetto’s scenic weir and river, before we Port of Rotterdam with comfort breaks en route, to join our just a short stroll from our lovely hotel along the pretty continue into the hills to ‘Trattoria da Arturo’ where we will overnight sailing to Hull. Buffet dinner and breakfast promenade. Perhaps take a ferry to nearby Lazise - a enjoy delicious antipasti, some of the best hand-made included onboard. hidden gem of a beautiful historic walled town. A favourite pasta the area has to offer, followed by superb grilled Friday After breakfast on board we disembark and place for lunch is Trattoria ‘Da Oreste’, a charming lakeside meats washed down with plentiful home-made wine - a re-join our coach for our journey home. We will pause for restaurant with stone vaulted ceilings serving up ‘risotto relaxing and authentic Italian experience! Be sure to have a refreshment break and expect to arrive back in the Tyne alla tinca’ (tench risotto), their flagship dish! a light breakfast today so you have room! We make our Valley during the early afternoon.

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Enchanted Forest & Luxury Perthshire Inclusions Come with us to explore the beautiful Autumn colours of Scotland with a visit to the Enchanted 4 Four night stay at Crieff Hydro Hotel – dinner, bed and Forest, a lake cruise and more. The fabulous Crieff Hydro, in central Perthshire, is the perfect full cooked breakfast Scottish retreat and adds a touch of luxury to your holiday. It is a TGT favourite and destination 4 Three course dinner with 3 choices per course with in its own right. tea/coffee for 3 nights 4 Lunch at hotel on Enchanted Forest day CRIEFF HYDRO HOTEL **** 4 Welcome tea/coffee on arrival A stunning hotel in the heart of Perthshire set within 900 acres of Scottish countryside and a perfect retreat 4 Porterage and touring base. The bedrooms are appointed to a high standard and contain TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities. Feeling like a resort in itself, the hotel offers an indoor swimming pool, spa bath, 4 Free use of leisure facilities and cinema sauna and steam room as well as a cinema and 18-hole golf course 4 Executive coach travel thoughout 4 Excursions as listed Itinerary landmarks. After our cruise, there will be free time to take 4 Door to door service from selected areas (see page 6) lunch in the tourist town of Callander, before finishing our Monday Today we head north and expect to arrive in the 4 This tour is operated by one member of staff with day with a guided tour and tasting at The Glenturret heart of Perthshire during the afternoon. There will be time frequent comfort breaks Distillery, Scotland’s oldest working distillery where single to settle into our beautiful hotel before dinner. malt whisky is still made in the traditional way. Tuesday A relaxing morning at leisure in Crieff, before Not included Thursday Today, we enjoy a trip on the famous Falkirk we enjoy lunch at our hotel. Later this afternoon we travel Wheel, the world’s only rotating boatlift, which is used to • Travel Insurance £38 per person (incl. IPT) to Pitlochry for free time and as darkness falls we travel connect the Forth & Clyde and Union canals. An the short distance to Faskally Woods and the Enchanted • Single room supplement £Nil exceptional feat of modern engineering, the 50 minute Forest, Scotland’s premier sound and light event and journey lifts the boats up to join the Union Canal 35 metres currently the winner of UK’s Best Cultural Event. Set amidst above and allows smooth sailing from The Falkirk Wheel stunning Autumn woodland, you will be treated to a series onto the Union Canal. We will also spend time in Stirling, of dazzling and delightful choreographed sound and light the ancient capital of Scotland, with free time for shows as you follow the path around the forest. refreshments and to explore the streets of the old town Wednesday We begin our day with a scenic drive along that wind upwards towards the magnificent Castle, which lesser known but no less beautiful Loch Earn, as we enter sits atop its rocky crag. the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. From Loch Friday After a leisurely breakfast we begin our journey Katrine, we embark on a one hour pleasure cruise on The home with comfort breaks en route. Lady of The Lake gliding past stunning Trossachs

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City of Bruges Inclusions Known as the Venice of the North, Bruges welcomes visitors with open arms to enjoy its 4 Return Ferry crossings in low berth cabins with meals medieval character and quiet charm. Stroll through the cobbled streets and alongside the 4 Two nights stay at Hotel Academie, Bruges - bed & canals, viewing such sights as the 13th century Belfry, the Market Square or the Lake of Love. breakfast Take a horse drawn carriage ride, visit the chocolate and lace shops or pause for a Belgian Welcome drink at hotel during stay beer in one of the many bars and restaurants. Bruges is truly enchanting and one of Europe’s 4 best preserved cities. 4 Executive coach travel throughout 4 Excursions as listed including Ypres and walking tour HOTEL ACADEMIE, BRUGES **** of Bruges Situated in a charming cobblestone street surrounded by many shops, bars and restaurants and near one of 4 Door to door service from selected areas (see page 6) Bruges’ highlights, the Lake of Love. The Beguinage and local Brewery “Halve Maan” are less than 150 4 This tour is operated by one member of staff with metres away and the Market Square and shopping area is within easy walking distance. All en-suite rooms frequent comfort breaks are air conditioned with hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities and the hotel boasts a cosy bar with garden terrace and a beautiful rustic breakfast room with an authentic vaulted ceiling Not included

• Travel Insurance £52 per person (incl. IPT) Itinerary included guided walking tour to discover more about this fascinating city. There is lots to see and do in Bruges so • Single Room Supplement £100 (all doubles for sole use) Friday Today we travel to Hull to join the overnight ferry why not take a horse and carriage ride, enjoy a canal trip, • Porterage to Zeebrugge. Accommodation is provided in low berth do some early Christmas shopping, visit the weekend flea • Tourist Tax, payable direct to hotel in person. Rate set by cabins and buffet dinner and breakfast are included. Relax market along the riverside or simply enjoy the food, drinks local authority so subject to change (currently €2.00 per with a drink as you enjoy the ships entertainment. and chocolate of Belgium. person per night) Saturday After breakfast we disembark and head to Tyne Monday A relaxing morning at leisure with free time for Cot, the largest Commonwealth War Graves Commission lunch before a mid-afternoon departure to Zeebrugge cemetery in the world. Tyne Cot, or Tyne Cottage, was a for the return overnight crossing to Hull. As before barn named by the Northumberland Fusiliers which stood accommodation is provided in low berth cabins and dinner near the level crossing on the road from Passchendaele to and breakfast are included. Broodseinde. Later we continue to Ypres, the City of Peace, Tuesday After breakfast we disembark and continue the for an afternoon at leisure to explore the town with its journey home with comfort breaks en route. We expect to memorials and museums dedicated to the history of World arrive back in the Tyne Valley during the afternoon. War I. Later we travel to Bruges with time to check into our hotel before an evening at leisure to discover Bruges. Sunday Spend the morning at leisure or join us on an

For more information please visit www.tgtholidays.co.uk 27 5 DAYS 5 DAYS MONDAY 23RD NOVEMBER 2020 £379 £399 per person SUNDAY 15TH NOVEMBER 2020 per person Tenby, Pembrokeshire All Inclusive Tinsel & Turkey Turkey & Tinsel Inverness Enjoy a wonderful ‘Turkey & Tinsel’ break in the idyllic corner of South Join us on our superb value all inclusive ‘Turkey & Tinsel’ break to West Wales. The picturesque town of Tenby boasts a variety of shops Inverness and explore the breath-taking scenery of Loch Ness and and a charming harbour, and the highly regarded Park Hotel is the the Highlands. perfect base in which to relax, recharge and enjoy all the festive trimmings of Christmas. THE PALACE HOTEL & SPA *** Nestling on the banks of the River Ness, opposite Inverness Castle and dating THE PARK HOTEL *** back to the 1890’s, the hotel presents period architecture with a contemporary A traditional yet elegant, family run hotel perched on a cliff top with spectacular style. An elegant reception and lounge and a superb leisure club & spa with pool views overlooking Tenby. The reception area is warmly decorated and the help to make this a firm favourite with our clients. The contemporary en suite bedrooms are classically furnished and equipped with hairdryer, TV and bedrooms offer TV, radio, telephone, tea/coffee. There is a lift but it does not tea/coffee making facilities. The elegant dining room offers a varied menu of serve all floors. hearty, homemade food sourced from local produce, while the North Cliff Suite offers a bar and dance floor. The hotel also boasts landscaped lawns, beautiful cliff top terraces and a garden bar. Please note; the reception area is accessed Itinerary via 3 steps and there are multiple steps throughout this historic property. Sunday - Christmas Eve After a relaxed start Inclusions However there is lift access to all floors. we head over the border to Scotland, crossing the 4 Four night stay at Palace Hotel River Forth and into the Highlands arriving late with festive package; Itinerary Inclusions afternoon. Refreshment stops will be made en route 4 Festive package at hotel Monday This morning we make our way to Tenby 4 Four night stay at The Park Hotel and a mulled wine and mince pie reception will includes give us the chance to get to know each other with comfort breaks en route, to arrive at our hotel Tenby – dinner, bed and breakfast 4 Mulled wine & mince pies before dinner. with time to settle in before dinner. 4 Three course dinner with 3 reception Monday - Christmas Day A hearty breakfast choices per course with before we set off to do a spot of Nessie hunting 4 Delicious 3-course meal each During our stay we have included some tea/coffee evening with at least 3 choices wonderful excursions: around Loch Ness, the largest expanse of fresh 4 Welcome tea/coffee with mince per course • St David's, the UK’s smallest city! Named water in the Highlands and the source of many tales pies on arrival and glass of wine after the patron saint of Wales, St David’s is over the centuries. We take a scenic drive to Fort 4 Buffet breakfast daily with first dinner Augustus where we can see how the Caledonian renowned for its spectacular coastal views, its 4 Free Bar from 7pm -10pm 4 Live entertainment one evening Canal overcomes the differing land levels. We interesting history and its beautiful Cathedral 4 Festive Entertainment continue past Loch Mhòr and Loch Ruthven as we located at the heart of the city. We then travel to 4 Christmas Quiz one evening return to our hotel for lunch. Bring your Christmas 4 Wine with dinner each evening pretty Haverfordwest. This ancient town has a 4 Welsh themed dinner one evening rich cultural heritage and is dominated by the jumper to the bar this afternoon for a free drink and 4 Lunch or packed lunch each day 4 Themed Christmas Day dinner Western Cleddau that flows through the middle to enter the Christmas Jumper Competition. Tea and 4 Afternoon tea & scones daily with festive punch one evening scones will be served during the afternoon and of the town and the castle that towers above it. 4 Complimentary tea and coffee tea/coffee with mince pies one dinner this evening will be followed by entertainment. • We enjoy a scenic tour of the local area and any time afternoon Tuesday - Hogmanay Today packed lunches call at Carmarthen where the indoor market 4 Daytime activities at the hotel will be provided for our day out along the Moray 4 Executive coach travel throughout runs daily offering fruit and veg, locally produced Firth to visit Fort George one of the most 4 Excursions as listed meats, bread, cakes, antique jewellery, 4 Executive coach travel thoughout collector’s items and a range of art and craft, outstanding fortifications in Europe built in the wake 4 Door to door service from 4 Porterage the list is endless! of the Battle of Culloden (1746) as a secure base selected areas (see page 6) 4 Excursions as listed for King George II’s army. Fort George took 22 years • A day at leisure in the pretty picture postcard 4 This tour is operated by one 4 Door to door service from to complete, by which time the Jacobite threat had town of Tenby. Stroll around the picturesque member of staff with frequent selected areas (see page 6) subsided, but it has served the British Army for the harbour, visit the Tenby Museum and Art Gallery comfort breaks almost 250 years since. This evening it’s our or take a short boat trip to Caldey Island and its 4 This tour is operated by one fabulous Hogmanay Party. * all day trips are weather dependant peaceful monastery. member of staff with frequent Wednesday - New Years Day A free day in so may be subject to change comfort breaks Inverness to enjoy the many attractions including Friday After breakfast we start our journey The Victorian Market, the Castle and museum Not included home with breaks including some free time Not included for lunch. We expect to arrive home late depicting life for the Highlanders through the ages. • Travel Insurance £38 per person • Travel Insurance £38 per person afternoon/early evening. Lunch and afternoon tea will be served at the hotel. (incl. IPT) (incl. IPT) Thursday After breakfast we leave our hotel and • Single Room Supplement £96 • Single Room Supplement £Nil travel homeward with suitable breaks en route.

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Thursford Christmas Spectacular Inclusions The famous Thursford Christmas Spectacular is set in the magical surroundings of mechanical 4 Two night stay at Wensum Valley Hotel - dinner bed organs and fairground carousels. With a cast of 130 professional singers, dancers and & breakfast. musicians whose performances deliver an extravaganza of non-stop singing, dancing, music, 4 Three course dinner by pre-order with 3 choices per humour and variety. This fast moving celebration of the festive season features an eclectic course and tea/coffee – may be carvery. mix of seasonal and year-round favourites, with much-loved chart toppers and traditional Tickets for the matinee performance of the Thursford carols. This amazing show is now generally recognised as the largest of its kind in the country, 4 Christmas Spectacular* if not Europe. Year after year the shows are a sell-out so don’t miss your chance to see the greatest Christmas show ever. 4 Free use of leisure facilities 4 Executive coach travel throughout WENSUM VALLEY HOTEL GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB *** 4 Excursions as listed including Thursford Christmas This well-established, family run hotel and leisure complex is set in 250 acres of breath-taking Norfolk Spectacular countryside with golf courses, fishing lakes and the magnificent River Wensum running through the grounds. 4 This tour is operated by one member of staff with There is Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and complimentary use of the leisure club, which includes a fully equipped frequent comfort breaks gym, swimming pool, sauna, steam room and spa bath, is included during your stay. The comfortable en * Please note: our ticket allocation will not be confirmed suite bedrooms have tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel does not have a lift until early 2020.

Itinerary with period buildings and an imposing Norman cathedral. Not included Later we head to Thursford to take our seats for the Sunday After departing the Tyne Valley we make our way highlight of this trip - the afternoon performance of ‘The • Travel Insurance £28 per person (incl. IPT) to Norfolk with comfort stops en route arriving in plenty of Christmas Spectacular’. After the show we return to our • Single Room Supplement £30 time to settle in before dinner. hotel for dinner. • Porterage Monday Today we enjoy a morning excursion to the Tuesday After breakfast we start the journey home with • Door to door service from selected areas (see page 6) charming city of Norwich, one of the most complete a break for lunch and comfort breaks en route. We expect medieval cities in the country with winding lanes lined to arrive home late afternoon/early evening.

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Holly & Mistletoe Festive Break Inclusions 4 Four night stay at Tynedale Hotel - dinner bed & in Llandudno breakfast Join us on this popular break where Christmas and New Year come a little early. Our 4 Entertainment, lunches, buffets and afternoon teas destination for this wonderful themed break this year is Llandudno with its sweeping sandy as listed bay and mountainous backdrop. Lying between the headlands of the Great and Little Orme, 4 Porterage the town has retained its Victorian and Edwardian elegance with a wide flat promenade, Executive coach travel throughout bandstand and pier. 4 4 Excursions as listed THE TYNEDALE HOTEL *** 4 Door to door service from selected areas We are delighted to be returning to this award winning seafront hotel which is always top rated by our 4 This tour is operated by one member of staff with holidaymakers. The owners and their superb team make sure you have a fabulous stay and your holiday frequent comfort breaks starts from the moment you arrive. Located just 20 metres from the beach with views over Llandudno Bay and a short walk to Llandudno’s fine shopping centre and elegant pier. Rooms are warm and stylish and Not included facilities include TV, hairdryer and hot drink making facilities. The majority of floors are accessed by a lift but • Travel Insurance £38 per person (incl. IPT) there are steps to some rooms. The hotel is also offering special priced drinks each evening during Santa’s Sherry Stop Happy Hour. • Single room supplement £Nil • Twin/double superior room with sea view £120.00 * Itinerary Saturday Today is our ‘Boxing Day’ and after a leisurely • Penthouse Junior Suite – large room with distant mountain breakfast we will take a trip to Caernarfon, before returning views £120.00 * Thursday Today we travel over the border into Wales to the hotel mid-afternoon. Later the ‘Fire and Ice’ evening *based on 2 people sharing arriving on ‘Christmas Eve’ and whilst Santa’s little helpers begins and the Ice Bar and amazing tasting menu add a take your luggage to your rooms you can enjoy afternoon touch of theatre. The fun continues with cash bingo, tea and hot mince pies. Celebrations commence with an entertainment and again a late night finger buffet at 11pm. early evening sherry and canapés reception before ‘Party Sunday After breakfast today offers free time to enjoy Night’ gets underway with a fantastic four course dinner the delights of Llandudno. At 4pm Afternoon Tea will be complete with streamers, hats and party poppers, and served in the hotel followed by a haggis rolling competition. continuing with entertainment and cabaret in the Café Bar. We will launch the ‘New Year’ at 6.15 with a fabulous The evening is rounded off with a late night buffet. Celebration Dinner and an evening of entertainment which Friday Today is our ‘Christmas Day’ and following will include cash bingo and an optional fancy dress parade. breakfast we will enjoy a half day excursion into Snowdonia The evening will end at 11pm with a rousing chorus of Auld National Park. We return to the hotel mid-afternoon and at Land Syne and finger buffet. 4pm will enjoy Afternoon Tea and Christmas Carols. Later Monday Santa’s little helpers will return your luggage to we will enjoy Christmas Dinner, a visit from Santa and the coach and after breakfast we commence our journey evening entertainment. A finger buffet at 11pm will end back to the North East with comfort breaks en route the day.

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German Christmas Markets Inclusions 4 Return ferry crossings in low berths cabins with meals & Rhine River Cruise 4 Three night stay at Bellevue Rheinhotel Boppard – Get into the Christmas spirit with us as we return to a favourite destination, Boppard, one of dinner bed and buffet breakfast the prettiest towns on the romantic Rhine. From our hotel in a scenic riverside location on a 4 Three course dinner 2 evenings with 3 choices each horseshoe bend we will enjoy a Christmas cruise, market visits and leisure time to explore course. Boppard. With charming half-timbered buildings and snug wine taverns serving locally Three course Regional dinner (fixed menu) 1 evening. produced Riesling, Boppard offers a warming winter break. 4 4 Boppard Guest Card- free access to castle and local buses and trains BELLEVUE RHEINHOTEL BOPPARD **** This elegant, hotel is beautifully decorated in a ‘Belle Époque’ style and is situated on the main riverside 4 Happy Hour on final night- 18.00 – 19.00 (selected promenade, only a stone’s throw from the centre of the town. The bedrooms are bright and elegant and drinks) are equipped with TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee. The hotel has a relaxing bar and the wood-panelled 4 Free use of hotel swimming pool restaurant has stunning river views. The hotel also has a sauna, steam bath and ‘Romanesque’ styled indoor 4 Tea/coffee after dinner swimming pool. 4 Porterage at hotel 4 Return executive coach travel throughout Itinerary Drosselgasse Lane is filled with festive offerings. Try the famous Rüdesheim Coffee made with locally distilled 4 Excursions as listed including Christmas Market Cruise Thursday Today we travel to Hull with free time in York to Asbach Uralt Brandy and whipped cream. Europe’s biggest 4 Door to Door Service from selected areas (see page 6) enjoy the St Nicholas Christmas Fair. We will later join the nativity scene with life-size figures can also be found in 4 The tour is operated by one member of staff with overnight sailing to Rotterdam where accommodation is Rüdesheim Market Square. Music, dancing and plenty of frequent comfort breaks provided in low berths cabins. Dinner and breakfast is festive fun also adds to the Christmas spirit and you’ll have included so relax and enjoy the on board entertainment 3 hours to explore. Our shorter 2 hour return cruise offers Not included and facilities as you cruise to mainland Europe. a different perspective as darkness falls and the towns and Friday After breakfast we disembark and continue our castles along the river are illuminated. • Travel Insurance £59 per person (incl. IPT) journey to the Rhine Valley with a visit to the picturesque Sunday Today we enjoy a relaxing start to the day before • Single Room Supplement £50 town of Ahrweiler where their wonderful Christmas market we travel to Koblenz for a lunchtime visit to the Christmas • Tourist Tax, payable direct to hotel in person. Rate set by offers live music, delicious snacks and mulled wine. Later Market in the picturesque old town. With over 130 festively local authority so subject to change (currently around we continue to our hotel where our hosts will welcome us decorated stalls offering an extensive range of hand-made €2.00 per person per night) with a set three course regional dinner. goods and Christmas decorations you’ll not be short of gift Saturday Today we join our Christmas Market Cruise from ideas. We will return to Boppard and the rest of the Boppard to the wonderful Rüdesheim Christmas Market. afternoon is at leisure. Our 4 hour cruise will showcase World Heritage panoramas Monday After breakfast we make our way back to the from the outside deck or the warmth of the cabin and a Port of Rotterdam, with a break en route, to join our variety of freshly prepared tasty meals, snacks and overnight sailing to Hull beverages, including fresh mulled wine, are available to Tuesday After breakfast on board we disembark and re- purchase as we glide past the romantic landscape of join the coach for our journey home. We will pause for a vineyards and castles. Rüdesheim Christmas Market in the refreshment break in North Yorkshire and expect to arrive town’s chocolate-box old quarter has more than 100 stalls back in the Tyne Valley during the afternoon. selling traditional food and gifts and the famous

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New Year in Harrogate Inclusions Celebrate the new year in style in the elegant Victorian spa town of Harrogate. A fabulous 4 Three nights stay at Crowne Plaza Hotel - dinner bed destination in its own right and the perfect base to explore the wonderful surrounding North & full cooked breakfast. Yorkshire countryside. Join us to ‘ring out the old and ring in the new’ with delicious food, 4 Welcomed tea or coffee on arrival fun entertainment and excursions. Our trip includes a fabulous New Year’s Eve drinks Three course carvery dinner with 3 choices per reception, three course Gala Dinner and disco. 4 course and tea/coffee 4 New Year’s Eve drinks reception and 3 course Gala CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL **** Dinner and disco. Situated only a short walk from Harrogate town centre and completely refurbished in 2017 to offer high levels of service and comfort. All bedrooms have comfortable beds and are equipped with TV, hairdryer and 4 New Year’s Eve Midnight Piper tea/coffee making facilities. The restaurant offers tasty meals made from fresh ingredients and the bar offers 4 Evening entertainment at the hotel pleasant areas in which to socialise or relax. 4 Porterage 4 Executive coach travel throughout 1755, was the birthplace of Thomas Lord, the founder of Itinerary 4 Excursions as listed Lord’s Cricket ground and features local life and industry, Wednesday Today we travel to Thirsk, a traditional cricketing memorabilia, farming equipment, furniture, 4 Door to door service from selected areas (see page 6) market town with a bustling cobbled square, where there costumes and toys. (Admission is free). Later we continue 4 This tour is operated by one member of staff with will be free time for refreshments. Why not visit ‘The World to our hotel with time to relax before dinner. frequent comfort breaks of James Herriot’, an award winning museum within the Thursday Today we spend the final day of 2020 in 1940s house and surgery of Thirsk’s famous son and York where you have free time to enjoy this historic city. Not included writer of ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ (Admission charge Highlights include the magnificent York Minster, The • Travel Insurance £33 per person (incl. IPT) payable). Alternatively visit the Thirsk Museum which, in Shambles and The National Railway Museum. We will return to our hotel for our New Year’s Eve drinks reception • Single room supplement £40 (all doubles for sole use) and Gala Dinner to welcome the New Year in style. • Executive room with walk-in shower £36 per person Friday Today is New Year’s Day and we take a leisurely s u a

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Wrightsure Client Holiday Travel Insurance is available for all passengers travelling on our holidays which is arranged by Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited, underwritten by AWP P&C SA and is administered in the UK by Allianz Global Assistance. Allianz Global Assistance is a trading name of AWP Assistance UK Ltd. AWP P&C SA is duly authorised in France and the United Kingdom and subject to limited regulation by the Prudential Regulation Authority and the Financial Conduct Authority. AWP Assistance UK Ltd and Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Ltd are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts. You can check these details online using the Financial Services Register (accessible from https://register.fca.org.uk) or by contacting the Financial Conduct Authority Consumer Helpline on 0800 1116768.

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Demands and needs Health declaration and health exclusions This insurance policy will suit the demands and needs of an individual or group (where applicable) who have no You must be able to comply with the following conditions to have the full protection of your policy. If you do not excluded medical condition(s), are travelling in countries included within the policy terms and who wish to insure comply we may refuse to deal with any relevant claim or reduce the amount of any relevant claim payment. themselves against unforeseen circumstances/events detailed in the cover section below. Subject to the terms, You are not required to declare your medical conditions. However, to be covered for any medical conditions you conditions and maximum specified sums insured. have or have had, you must be able to answer YES to all of the questions 1 to 5 below and if you are travelling to Important Europe, you must also be able to answer YES to question 6. We will not provide you with advice about the suitability of this product for your individual needs but will be happy to At the time of taking out this insurance: - provide you with factual information. We summarise below the details of the insurance cover provided which also 1 You are not aware of any reason why the journey could be cancelled or cut short. includes 24-hour emergency service from Allianz Global Assistance. The following is a brief summary of the cover 2 Are you not travelling: available. Full details of cover and exclusions will be forwarded with your confirmation of booking. In any event you a) Against the advice of a medical practitioner may ask for a specimen copy of the policy wording before booking should you wish to examine this in advance. b) for the purpose of obtaining medical treatment c) If you have been given a terminal prognosis. SUMMARY OF COVER 3 You are not receiving or awaiting treatment for any bodily injury, illness or disease as a hospital day case or Please see the policy wording for full details of the cover, limitations and excesses, a specimen copy of which in-patient. is available upon request. 4 If you are on medication at the time of travel your medical condition is stable and well controlled. 5 Maximum sum insured / benefit level If you suffer from stress, anxiety, depression or any other mental or nervous disorder, it must be investigated Section of cover Excess per person and diagnosed as such by either: a) a registered mental health professional if you are under the care of a per person Community Mental Health Team; or b) a consultant specialising in the relevant field, who has confirmed in Cancellation • £1,500 • £60* writing (at your cost) that you are fit enough to take this journey. Applying to travel in Europe Travel Delay • Travel Delay up to £60 • Travel Delay Excess = 12 hours 6 If you are undergoing medical treatment as a hospital out-patient at the date the final balance of the journey • Cancellation (holiday abandonment) • £60** is due to be paid, you must obtain a certificate of fitness at your own cost, confirming you are fit to up to £1,500 undertake the entire journey. Missed Departure Up to £100 in England, Scotland, & Nil If you answer NO to any of the questions 1 to 6 the medical condition(s) that caused you to answer NO will not Wales/£300 for Northern Ireland, Isles of be covered. Scilly, Channel Islands & Europe SIGNIFICANT EXCLUSIONS Personal Accident Up to £10,000 Death and corresponding Nil Residency Benefits limited to £5,000 in respect of If you or anyone else named on this policy has not been a resident in the UK for more than 12 months, or if persons aged 66 and over at time of travel studying or working in the UK for more than 6 months, before the policy was issued, this policy cannot cover you. In addition to the above the policy also contains the following main exclusions: Medical & Other Expenses Up to £1,000,000 outside of the UK. £60*** • Any existing medical conditions unless they have been declared to (where appropriate) and accepted by the (including Curtailment & Dental treatment limited to £350, additional insurer. Repatriation travel accommodation and repatriation • Your participation in any organised sports or dangerous activities unless they have been declared to and expenses if you are hospitalised or have to accepted by the Insurer. stay in beyond your return date. Trips solely • Suicide, self injury or deliberately putting yourself at risk (unless you are trying to save another person’s life). within the UK are limited to £1,500 and to • Travel against the advice of the carrier, any other public transport provider, the Foreign Office or the World Health £300 for additional travelling expenses Organisation. • Any manual work or hazardous occupation undertaken during the insured trip. Funeral Expenses Abroad £1,000 • The bankruptcy / liquidation of the tour operator, travel agent or transportation company with whom you have booked your trip. Taxi Fares & Telephone Calls £100 Examples of these and other conditions and restrictions and what to do if you are unsure about any aspect of an exclusion are contained within your policy information. Full details are contained within your policy information. Medical Confinement • £10 per 24 hours up to £100 UK Nil How to make a claim. Benefit • £15 per 24 hours up to £450 All claims should be made direct to Allianz Global Assistance. Channel Islands & Europe Please visit the website www.azgatravelclaims.com. This will lead you to our online claims notification service Curtailment Up to £1,500 where claim forms can be obtained immediately via email or by downloading directly from the site. Alternatively, please phone and ask for a claim form or write to: Allianz Global Assistance Travel Insurance Claims Department, Personal Property • Up to £1,500 in all. £60 PO Box 451, Feltham TW13 9EE, telephone 0208 603 9958 or email [email protected] Including Money • Single Article Limit £200/Valuables £200 Protecting your information • Personal Money Up to £200 £60 We will only use your personal details in line with our Privacy Notice. This can be found on our website or is • Delayed Baggage (after 12 hours) Nil available in hard copy format upon request and you should read this carefully and contact us immediately if you - Up to £100 have any queries. Your personal information includes all of the details you have given us to process your insurance Loss of Passport Up to £200 including loss or theft of visa Nil policy (we will not ask for more information than is necessary). We may share your data with Third Parties for the provision and ongoing performance of your insurance policy. Your data may be transferred outside the UK. All of Missed Departure Up to £100 UK & £300 Europe Nil the personal information you supply to us will be handled strictly in accordance with the applicable Data Protection regulations and legislation. Personal Liability Up to £1,000,000 Nil TGT Holidays Limited is an Appointed Representative of Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited who are authorised Legal Expenses Up to £25,000 Nil and regulated by the FCA (their registration number is 311394) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts. You can check these details online using the Financial Services Register (accessible * Excess only applies for cancellation of a journey over three days in duration (Nil for Loss of Deposit). from www.fca.org.uk) or be contacting the Financial Conduct Authority Consumer Helpline on 0800 111 6768. ** Excess only applies for abandonment of a journey over 3 days duration. *** Nil excess for curtailment of a journey up-to and including 3 days duration.

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BONDED COACH HOLIDAYS TRADING CHARTER (AND BOOKING CONDITIONS) 6 TRANSFERRING YOUR BOOKING You can transfer your booking to somebody else but the person must satisfy all the conditions of the holiday and 1 FINANCIAL PROTECTION you must inform us either by letter or email no less than 7 days before departure for UK tours or 28 days for Your contract is with Tynedale Group Travel of Townfoot Garage, Haltwhistle, NE49 0ND. When Europe and Ireland holidays. This transfer will cost £20 plus reasonable costs to make the transfer. You will remain you book a holiday with us, which doesn’t include a flight, the money you pay us for the booking responsible for ensuring payment before the balance due date. This is in addition to (and does not affect) the will be protected by the Bonded Coach Holidays (BCH), this is a Government approved consumer separate liability of the transferee to us. protection scheme. The scheme will also ensure your repatriation in the event the company becomes insolvent. Our Trading Charter and Booking Conditions set out clearly and simply the responsibility we 7 IF YOU NEED TO CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY have to you and in turn, you have with us, when a contract is made. Please see the BCH Consumer Guarantee at You or any member of your party, may cancel your holiday at any time provided the cancellation is made by the www.bch-uk.org.There is no financial protection if you purchase just transport or accommodation-only from us. person signing the booking form and is communicated to us in writing via the office who made your original We fully comply with the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018. The combination of booking. You must pay cancellation charges to cover our administration costs and to compensate for the risk of us travel services offered to you is a package holiday within the meaning of the Regulations. Therefore, you will not reselling the holiday. If the holiday is resold a refund will be made. Your cancellation will take effect from the benefit from all rights applying to package holidays. Tynedale Group Travel will be fully responsible for the proper date on which we or our agent receive your written confirmation of your cancellation. You must also return any performance of the holiday and providing assistance if you are in difficulty. Your key rights will be in the details of tickets or vouchers you have received. A reduction in room occupancy may increase the charges for the remaining the tour which will be provided prior to booking. passengers by the application of supplements for low occupancy of rooms. Where bought in supplies, such as ferries, hotel accommodation etc have been bought in on your behalf, and where the terms and conditions of the 2 BOOKING AND PAYMENT supplier are non-refundable, these products will be charged to you at the full retail rate. If this applies, the non- When a booking is made, the 'lead name' on the booking guarantees that he or she is 18 or over and has the refundable items will be deducted from your holiday costs and the following scale of charges will be applied to the authority and accepts on behalf of the party the terms of these booking conditions and pays the deposit indicated remainder. A different scale applies to holidays by air so please see the individual tour page for detail: in the brochure and as confirmed in the pre-contract information. After we receive your booking and all appropriate payments, if the arrangements you wish to book are available, we will send you or your booking agent a Period before departure within which written Amount of cancellation Charge confirmation invoice within 14 days. This confirmation will include any special requests we have agreed. All monies cancellation of package price is received as a % of total package cost paid to your booking agent are held by them on your behalf until we issue our confirmation invoice, thereafter your More than 56 days Deposit only booking agent holds the money on our behalf. A binding agreement will come into existence between us when we dispatch this invoice to the 'lead name' or your booking agent. Please check the confirmation carefully to ensure 31 – 56 days 50% or Deposit, if greater all the information is correct. This contract is governed by English Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts. 0 – 3 0 d a y s 100% Single occupancy of rooms, when available, may be subject to a supplementary charge and these will be shown in Departure day or later including voluntary Total package cost the brochure. You can book by paying a deposit for each person named on the booking but our commitment is termination during the package always conditional upon the balance being paid as below; Deposit £50.00 per person for UK holidays, £75.00 per person for Europe or Ireland holidays, £200 per person for holidays by air. In the event of unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances occurring at the place of destination of its immediate The balance of the price of your holiday must be paid at least 8 weeks before your departure. This is extended to 14 vicinity and which significantly affect - (a) the performance of the package or (b) the carriage of passengers to the weeks for holidays by air. If you book within our balance due period, you will need to pay the total holiday cost at the destination, you may terminate the package travel contract before the start of the package without paying any time of booking. If the balance is not paid in time we reserve the right to cancel your holiday, retain your deposit, and termination fee. apply the cancellation charges set out in the paragraph below. The date of cancellation will normally be the date we receive your written confirmation that you intend to cancel or 15 days after the balance due date, whichever comes 8 ALTERATIONS TO YOUR HOLIDAY BY US first. Where optional items are purchased as part of the holiday, these are payable on the balance due date except We hope that we will not have to make any change to your holiday but, because our holidays are planned many where items, such as theatre tickets, have been specifically purchased for you. In this case the cost will be payable at months in advance, we sometimes do need to make minor changes. We reserve the right to do this at any time. a separate date notified to you and will not normally be refunded unless we obtain a refund from the supplier we use. We will let you or your booking agent know about any important changes as soon as possible, including the minimum number of passengers required on the trip. If after booking, and before departure, we make a major 3 BROCHURE ACCURACY change to your holiday, you will have the option of withdrawing from the holiday without penalty or transferring to Although Tynedale Group Travel make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the brochure information and pricing, another holiday without any charge. In either case, we will pay you compensation, according to the scale set regrettably errors do sometimes occur. You must therefore ensure you check the price and all other details of your below. A major change includes the time of your departure or return time by more than 12 hours, a change in holiday with us at the time of booking and when you receive our confirmation invoice departure point, location of resort or type of hotel, a change in cross channel travel, or specification of the coach. If we tell you about any of these changes after we have confirmed your holiday booking (other than force majeure), 4 OUR PRICING POLICY you may either: Tynedale Group Travel endeavour to ensure that the most up to date and correct prices are shown in our brochure. Occasionally, an incorrect price may be shown, due to an error. When we become aware of any such error, we will Ⅲ accept the new arrangements offered by us; or endeavour to notify you at the time of booking (if we are then aware of the mistake) or as soon as reasonably Ⅲ accept a replacement holiday from us of equivalent or similar standard and price (at the date of the possible. We reserve the right to cancel the booking if you do not wish to accept the price which is applicable to the change), if we can offer you one; or holiday. Local Authorities in many towns and cities throughout Europe have introduced new tourist taxes which must Ⅲ cancel your holiday with us and receive a full refund of all monies be paid directly to the hotel by all guests in person. These taxes are not included in our prices but we will notify you when applicable. Holiday prices include all travel, hotel accommodation and meals as specified in the holiday Either way, we will pay you compensation, using the Compensation table shown, description and VAT payable in the UK where applicable. The price of the holiday will not be subjected to any surcharges except those arising from exchange rate changes, transportation including the price of fuel, air & ferry Period before departure in which significant operator fares and tolls, embarkation or disembarkation fees at terminals, duties and taxes (including the rate of change is notified to you or your agent Amount per person VAT). Even in these cases we will absorb the cost equivalent to cost of the first 2% of the holiday price. Amounts More than 56 days Nil more than this plus £1 administration fee and Travel Agents commission will be surcharged to you. If this means the 35 to 56 days £10 total cost of the holiday increases by more than 8% then you are entitled to cancel your holiday and receive a full refund of all monies paid except any insurance premium and amendment charges. We will communicate the options 15 to 34 days £15 with you either through email or letter, with a reminder if necessary. If you exercise the right to cancel we must 8 to 14 days £20 receive written notice within 20 days of the date of the surcharge invoice. The currency exchange rate used in the 0 to 7 days £25 holiday costings are based on rates as at 11/09/2019.

5 IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING IMPORTANT NOTE Compensation will not be payable if the holiday is cancelled because the number of persons If, after our confirmation has been issued, you wish to change to another of our holidays or change departure date, booked is less than the number required, or for events beyond our control, which include: war, threat of war, riots, we will do our utmost to make the changes, but we cannot guarantee to do so. However, notification must be civil disturbances, terrorist activity and its consequences, industrial disputes, natural and nuclear disasters, fire, received in writing at our offices from the person who signed the booking form, at least 8 weeks before epidemics, health risks and pandemics, unavoidable and unforeseeable technical problems with transport for departures. This must be accompanied by a payment of £20 to cover our administrative costs, plus costs we incur reasons beyond our control or that of our suppliers; hurricanes and other actual or potential severe weather in making the amendment. Alterations cannot be made within 8 weeks of departure and any such request for an conditions and any other similar events. You are also advised to check with The Foreign and Commonwealth Office alteration will be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and will be subject to the cancellation charges Advice Unit regularly at www.fco.gov.uk/travel prior to travel. All holidays operate if the minimum number of set out in paragraph below. Some arrangements cannot be changed without paying a cancellation charge of up to participants is met. However, in no case will we cancel your holiday less than 4 weeks before the scheduled 100% of the ticket cost. departure date, except where you have failed to pay the final balance or because of force majeure (force majeure means an event which we or the suppliers of the services in question could not foresee or avoid and is therefore beyond our control). Note that where the package travel contract is terminated under paragraph 7, you are entitled to a full refund of any payments made for the package, but you are not entitled to additional compensation.

9 OUR RESPONSIBILITY TO YOU We accept responsibility for ensuring the holiday which you book with us is supplied as described in our publicity material and the services offered reach a reasonable standard and if you are in difficulty we will assist you. If any part of our holiday contract is not provided as promised, you may terminate the contract without paying a termination fee and we will pay you appropriate compensation if this has affected your enjoyment of your holiday. We will however, not be liable if there are any unforeseeable or unavoidable actions of a third party not connected with our travel services, or there were unavoidable or extraordinary circumstances, or the lack of conformity is due to a traveller in the party. We accept responsibility for the acts and/or omissions of our employees, agents and suppliers except where they lead to death, injury or illness. Our liability in all cases shall be limited to a maximum of twice the value of the original holiday cost (not including insurance premiums and amendment charges). We accept responsibility for death, injury, or illness caused by the negligent acts and/or omissions of our employees or agents together with our suppliers and sub-contractors, servants and/or agents of the same whilst acting within

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for in resort do not form part of your booking. Admission fees to buildings may not be included in the price of the holiday, please check.

15 SPECIAL REQUESTS All special needs and requests, if agreed, should be entered on the booking form and be included in the confirmation of the holiday. These cannot be guaranteed except where confirmed as part of our holiday commitment to you and are detailed on your holiday booking confirmation. We are keen to ensure that we plan the arrangements for your holiday so that special needs and requests can be accommodated as far as possible. If you will need assistance, or may be unable to fully enjoy all aspects of your holiday you must tell us in advance so that we can maximise your enjoyment of the holiday. We will need to know if you will need special facilities in the hotel, taking part in the excursions or have difficulty boarding and travelling on the coach or other means of transport. Before booking your holiday, you should be sure that you and your party are both physically and mentally capable of completing the itinerary. If you need advice or further information either you or your booking agent should contact Tynedale Group Travel. If you will require a special diet please tell us at the time of booking, or as soon as you are medically advised, together with a copy of the diet. the scope of, or during their employment in the provision of your holiday. We will accordingly pay to our clients 16 PASSENGERS WITH DISABILITIES such damages as might have been awarded in such circumstances under English Law. In respect of carriage by We want everyone to enjoy our travel arrangements. We are happy to advise and assist you in choosing a suitable air, sea, tunnel and rail and the provision of accommodation our liability in all cases will be limited in the manner holiday. But, as some of the accommodation and resorts featured may not cater for even minor disabilities, it is provided by the relevant international convention. If we make any payment to you or any member of your party for important that, when booking, you advise us of any disability, specific need or complex need you may have and death or personal injury or illness, you will be asked to assign to us or our insurers the rights you may have to act any special requirements that will make sure the holiday is suitable. If a passenger requires personal assistance against the person or organisation responsible for causing the death, personal injury or illness. This clause does (for example, assistance with feeding, dressing, toileting, mobilising) then this passenger must travel with an able- not apply to any separate contracts that you may enter for excursions or activities during or outside of your holiday. bodied companion or carer and written confirmation that such assistance will be provided for the entirety of the If you or any member of your party suffer death, illness or injury whilst overseas arising out of an activity which holiday is required at the time of booking. Coach drivers/Tour Managers are unable to provide such assistance. does NOT form part of your holiday, we may offer guidance and where legal action is contemplated and you want our assistance, you must obtain our written consent prior to any proceedings (We limit the cost of our assistance IMPORTANT You must tell us if you have an existing medical condition, disability or complex need that may affect to you or your party to £5,000 per party) your holiday or other group members’ enjoyment of it before you book your holiday. We reserve the right to request a doctor’s certificate confirming the passenger is fit to travel. If, in our reasonable opinion, your chosen holiday is not 10 IF YOU HAVE A COMPLAINT suitable for your medical condition or disability, we reserve the right to refuse your booking. You are responsible for If you have a problem during your holiday, please inform your Tour Manager, your driver or the relevant bringing with you the proper clothing and equipment, which we advise you about in our printed trip information. We supplier/resort representative immediately who will endeavour to put things right. If your complaint cannot be want you to enjoy your holiday and will help you select an appropriate trip. Please see further details within this completely resolved locally, you must complete a Holiday Report Form which can be obtained by your driver or brochure or contact us regarding our policy on wheelchairs and mobility scooters. local representative, which you should keep. Our contact number, for unresolved complaints will be our office number on 01434 322944 (open in office hours) If you remain dissatisfied please follow this up within 14 days of 17 PASSENGER BEHAVIOUR your return home by writing to Tynedale Group Travel giving your original booking reference number and all other We want all our customers to have a happy and carefree holiday. You are responsible for your behaviour and relevant information, including the reference of the Holiday Report Form. It is therefore a condition of this contract hygiene and the effect it may have on others. If you or any other member of your party is abusive, disruptive or that you communicate any problem to the supplier of the services in question AND to our representative whilst in behaves in a way that could cause damage or injury to others or affect their enjoyment of their holiday or which resort and obtain a written report form. If you fail to follow this simple procedure, we cannot accept responsibility could damage property, we have the right to terminate your contract with us and we will have no further liability or as we have been deprived of the opportunity to investigate and rectify the problem. Should you wish to pursue the obligation to you. The coach driver/representative, ship's captain, or authorised official is entitled to refuse you complaint further, the BCH/CPT have an Alternative Dispute Resolution scheme and full details are available from boarding if in their reasonable opinion you are unacceptably under the influence of drink or drugs or you are being them. Please contact them at, The Confederation of Passenger Transport UK, Fifth Floor South, Chancery House, violent or disruptive. If you are refused boarding on the outward journey we will regard it as a cancellation by you 53 – 64 Chancery Lane, London WC2A 1 QS. and we will apply cancellation charges. If on your return journey, we have the right to terminate the contract with you. We also request that mobile telephones are not used on the coach. 11 OUR COACHES We will always use our reasonable endeavours to provide a coach to the specification in our brochure or advert, 18 TRAVEL INSURANCE but reserve the right to substitute an alternative vehicle should there be unforeseen circumstances. There is a We strongly advise that you take out personal travel insurance for the trip. We have arranged travel insurance with seating plan but in some cases, operational reasons may require a coach with a different configuration. We Wrightsure, which is outlined within this brochure. You may use an alternative insurer but you must advise us. The reserve the right to alter a coach seating plan and allocate seats other than those booked. Single passengers may insurance should cover medical and repatriation costs, personal injury, loss of baggage and cancellation charges. be required to share a double seat with other single passengers. When your booking is confirmed, you will be If you do not have adequate insurance and require our assistance during your holiday, we reserve the right to offered the best seats that are available at that time. If you feel that you require two seats, then these must be reclaim from you any medical repatriation or other expenses which we may incur on your behalf which would booked and paid for in advance, at the time of booking. If you fail to do this and it transpires that the seat otherwise have been met by insurers. You must advise us if you use an alternative insurer, the policy number and allocated to you is insufficient for your needs and there is no alternative seating available then you will be refused 24 hour contact number. access to the coach and any payments made will be liable to forfeiture. Specific seats will not be allocated on coaches operating a feeder service between joining points and main holiday departure points or on coaches that 19 LUGGAGE carry out transfers between airports, seaports etc. Please restrict your luggage to a suitcase weighing no more than 23kgs per person. This may differ for holidays by air as luggage allowances will be dictated by the airline and will be advised to you accordingly. We cannot accept 12 HOTEL FACILITIES responsibility for loss or damage to luggage unless through our negligence. Please do not leave valuable items in Some hotel facilities and entertainment may be withdrawn for routine maintenance or be subject to seasonal your suitcase when left on the coach. Please see further details within this brochure or contact us regarding our availability and provision of the facilities cannot be guaranteed. Single occupancy of rooms may be subject to a policy on wheelchairs and mobility scooters. supplementary charge. 20 GENERAL DATA PROTECTION REGULATIONS 13 HEALTH AND SAFETY We comply with the GDPR 2018 Regulations, our data controller is TGT Office Manager and our data protection In some foreign countries, standards of infrastructure, safety and hygiene may be lower than those to which we policy can be found at www.tynedalegrouptravel.co.uk or you can request a copy from Tynedale Group Travel, are accustomed in the UK. You should therefore exercise greater care for your own protection. There may be Townfoot Garage, Haltwhistle, Northumberland, NE47 6AW countries that we visit that have special medical requirements for tourists. These regulations are subject to change and our clients are responsible for complying with entry and current health requirements. If you are not sure of the 21 EMERGENCY CONTACT health requirements for the country you are visiting, you are advised to check with your own GP before travelling. Our emergency contact details are Tel: 01434 322944 Email: [email protected] You are also advised to refer to the Department of Health leaflet “Health Advice for Travellers” Some people may be at risk from discomfort or deep vein thrombosis (DVT) if they remain immobile on a journey for a long period. If you PUBLICATION DATE are planning to undertake a journey of more than three hours, you should consult your doctor, if you have ever had This brochure was printed in the UK by TCD Design & Print. October 2019 DVT, pulmonary embolism, a family history of clotting conditions, cancer or treatment for cancer, stroke, and heart or lung disease or If you have had major surgery in the past three months. We reserve the right to refuse any booking in the absence of a doctor’s certificate confirming that you are fit to travel. Where we provide comfort stops you are encouraged to walk around. Exercise reduces any discomfort, which may be caused by periods of immobility. NO SMOKING is allowed on our coaches (including E-Cigarettes) and we do not allow pets or any other animals, although we accommodate registered assistance dogs, but not on overseas holidays.

14 TRAVEL DOCUMENTS, ITINERARIES, PICK-UP POINTS AND PASSPORTS For all Continental holidays, you will require a full 10-year British Passport (machine readable) valid for a further 6 months after your holiday. If you do not hold a full British Passport or you have any doubts about your status as a resident British subject, you must check with the Embassies or Consulates of the Countries to be visited to confirm the Passport or visa requirements when you book. We cannot accept responsibility if passengers are not in possession of the correct travel documents. For full details on passport requirements, please contact ‘the identity and passport service’ on 0300 222 0000 (www.direct.gov.uk)” You are responsible for ensuring you are at the correct departure point, at the correct time and with the correct documents. Tynedale Group Travel reserve the right to modify itineraries to conform with requests from competent authorities both within the UK and abroad. Excursions which are included in the cost of your booking are detailed on the brochure page and refunds will not be made for excursions not taken. Optional excursions booked and paid

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