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www.abHUIHOG\FRDFKHVFRP7HOɊTel: 01887 820 433 33 1 Welcome to our 2021 Holiday Brochure

Well to say that we Welcome 2021 is an understatement. 2020 proved to be a very difficult year for everyone but here we are, looking forward to a better future. We would first of all like to thank you all so much for your kind words, support, patience and understanding in these unprecedented times. It means so, so much to us all here at Aberfeldy Motors. We really do value all our customers and, as a small family firm, you must also be aware that these current times are not standard and the worldwide pandemic has been challenging to put it mildly. Things are still different for the start of the year and we will continue with our rigorous approach to maintain passenger safety. As this Brochure is printed in November we have no idea of the guidelines which will be in place but we will notify you of any with your Travel Tickets. Of course, if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us. HOW TO BOOK Once you have selected your holiday, all you have to do is call us and we can take your booking over the phone, we accept all credit and debit cards alternatively, there are Booking Forms in the middle of the Brochure, simply complete one of these and send it with payment by cheque. We will then send a confirmation invoice showing receipt of payment and the date when the final payment is due – we do not send reminders. Travel tickets and Luggage Labels are sent normally ten days before departure. Please note we are allocated a small number of Single Rooms on each departure, some hotels do not charge a supplement but if these rooms are all used, the hotel may charge a supplement for the use of a double/twin room. If you have any special requirements or queries or if you wish to check availability of any tour, please call us and we will be delighted to assist you in any way we can. BREXIT At the time of this brochure going to print, the full terms of Brexit have not been confirmed. We strongly recommend that you make sure you have at least six months left on your UK Passport from the day of arrival, applicable to adult and child passports. All passengers should have an adequate Travel Insurance Policy in place which should cover medical and repatriation costs, personal injury, loss of baggage and cancellation charges. We would also stress that passengers should check prior to travel if there are any new additional requirements. CONTINENTAL TOURS All ferry crossings are with P&O Ferries from Hull to Rotterdam. Your tour will be operated with air-conditioned coaches. No passport is required in Ireland but we recommend that you carry some form of identification. Currency for Continental and Irish Tours is Euros. Please also be aware that it is now a legal requirement that all passengers wear seat belts. Due to Driver’s Hours Regulations, itineraries are for guidance only and may be changed to suit driver’s rest periods, especially on tours with two free days which may end up being two consecutive days, however the content of the excursions will remain the same. IT IS FIRM COMPANY POLICY THAT PASSENGERS ARE SET DOWN AT THEIR ORIGINAL PICK UP POINT ONLY. FINANCIAL SECURITY The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within the meaning of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangement Regulations 2018. Therefore, you will benefit from all rights applying to a package. Aberfeldy Motor Services will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the package as a whole. Additionally, as required by law, Aberfeldy Motor Services has protection in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included in the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that they become insolvent. Aberfeldy Motor Services are members 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 on this 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 https://bit.ly/2HD2L5K For pick up points, please see Page 4

2 Holiday Diary for 2021

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FEBRUARY JULY OCTOBER 15 Morecambe 5 3 Blackpool 7 2 Black Forest 8 21 English Riviera Winter Warmer 7 5 Dumfries and Galloway 5 2 Cornwall 9 5 Harrogate 5 MARCH 2 Torquay 8 7 Swiss Mountains 12 4 Best of Northern Ireland 5 1 The Trossachs 5 10 Stratford and the Cotswolds 8 10 County Kerry 7 15 St Patrick’s Day in Killarney 6 11 Orkney 4 11 Grand Scotland All Inclusive 5 19 Loch Lomond 4 11 The Lake District 5 11 Liverpool 5 22 Warners Bodelwyddan Castle 5 12 Chester 5 16 Diano Marina 11 29 Welsh Borders All Inclusive 5 17 Cornwall 9 18 Blackpool Illuminations 5 APRIL 18 Hebridean Castaways 6 18 Highland Hoolie 5 19 Gretna 5 18 Ireland’s Capitals 5 5 Chester 5 18 Morecambe 5 5 Harrogate 5 19 Morecambe 5 5 Lakes House Party 5 26 Dunoon 5 18 The Peak District 5 10 English Riviera in Spring 9 26 The Pennines 5 24 Donegal Autumn Glory 5 12 Highland Hoolie in Dornoch 5 26 Thurso and Orkney 5 25 Chester 5 12 Morecambe 5 25 Warners Bodelwyddan Castle 5 AUGUST 19 Ireland’s Capitals 5 25 Ayrshire, Bute & Arran 5 19 Peak District 5 2 Durham 5 31 Loch Lomond All Inclusive 5 19 Warners Nidd Hall 5 2 Liverpool 5 NOVEMBER 26 Liverpool 5 2 The Peak District 5  +ROODQGDQGWKH%XOE¿HOGV  8 Ireland’s Causeway Coast 6 8 Welsh Borders Turkey and Tinsel 5 15 Blackpool Turkey and Tinsel 5 MAY 8 Lincoln 6 22 Warners Nidd Hall 5 9 Warners Bodelwyddan Castle 5 3 Best of Northern Ireland 5 25 Three Countries Christmas 15 County Kerry 7 3 Shropshire 5 Markets 6 16 Warners Alvaston Hall 5 3 Dunoon 5 26 Durham and Beamish 8 Cornwall 9 20 Austrian Tyrol 11 at Christmas 4 8 Isle of Wight 8 23 Chester 5 26 York, St Nicholas Fayre 4 10 Lake District 5 23 Morecambe and the Lakes 5 DECEMBER 16 Fermanagh Lakelands 6 23 Shropshire 5 16 Lincoln 6 28 Isle of Wight 9 3 Chatsworth at Christmas 4 22 Austrian Peaks and Black 30 Dumfries and Galloway 5 3 Morecambe & The Lakes 4 Forest 12 30 Llandudno 5 3 Grassington Dickensian 23 County Kerry 7 31 Hebridean Castaways 6 Festival 4 24 The Pennines 5 5 German Christmas Markets 7 24 Ayrshire, Bute & Arran 5 SEPTEMBER 6 Chester, Manchester & 31 Durham 5 Liverpool 5 4 The Golden Sands of Norfolk 9 31 Gretna 5 29 Irish New Year 6 6 Blackpool Illuminations 5 JUNE 30 Dunoon Hogmanay 4 6 Thurso and Orkney 5 30 Hogmanay on Bute 4 1 Hebridean Castaways 6 10 Isles of Harris and Lewis 4 30 Inverness Hogmanay 4 5 Torquay 8 7 Best of Northern Ireland 5 11 Isle of Man 6 9 Shetland 5 11 Stratford and the Cotswolds 8 11 Italian Lakes 11 15 Shetland 5 13 Ireland’s Causeway Coast 6 16 Lake Como 11 14 The Peak District 5 19 Lincoln 6 14 Isles of Harris and Lewis 4 14 Thurso and Orkney 5 19 The Lake District 5 19 Golden Sands of Norfolk 9 20 Danube Cruise 12 21 Highland Boats and Trains 5 20 Durham and Beamish 5 25 Rhine Cruise 10 26 Fermanagh Lakelands 6 26 Folkestone 8 26 Isle of Man 6 26 Harrogate 5 28 Grand Scotland All Inclusive 5 27 The Pennines 5

Tel: 01887 820 433 3 Pick-Up / Drop-Off Points The pick up points below are the ONLY points where you may join your FEEDER SERVICE. They are also the ONLY DROP OFF POINTS ALLOWED. Please do not request any pick-up point not listed nor ask return feeder drivers to deviate from these points. All pick up points shaded in Red involve a £15 per person charge.

Departure Times from Aberdeen ...... 0825 Departure Times from Aberdeen ...... 0825 GROUP 1 (From Elgin) GROUP 6

ElJLQ±2OG3RVW2I¿FH+LJK6WUHHW ...... 0545 Bridge of Dee – Stonehaven Rd/Cairngorm Rd End ...... 0830 Lhanbryde – Opposite Mace Shop ...... 0550 Portlethen – Bus Stop Opposite Asda Muirend Road ...... 0835 Mosstodloch – Petrol Filling Station ...... 0555 Newtonhill – Road End ...... 0840 Fochabers – The Square ...... 0555 Muchalls – Road End ...... 0845 Fife – Keith – The Square ...... 0615 Stonehaven – Bus Stop Indoor Bowling Club ...... 0850 Keith – Bus Stop Reidhaven Square ...... 0620 Laurencekirk – High Street, opposite Scotmid Store ...... 0905 Huntly – The Square ...... 0635 Inverbervie – Fire Station ...... 0910 Inverurie Town Hall ...... 0700 Brechin – Bus Stop by Mackie Motors ...... 0920 St Cyrus – Opposite Hotel ...... 0925 GROUP 2 (From Buckie) Montrose – Bus Stop Outside WH Smith ...... 0935 Buckie – Cluny Square ...... 0555 Forfar – Bus Stop at Tesco opposite Reid Hall, Brechin Rd ... 0930 Cullen – The Square ...... 0605 Arbroath – Meadowbank Inn ...... 0950 Portsoy – Opposite Station Hotel ...... 0615 Arbroath – Gravesend/Abbeygate Centre ...... 1040 Banff – St Mary’s Car Park ...... 0625 Dundee – Seagate Bus Station ...... 1105 Macduff – Opposite Bank of Scotland, Harbour ...... 0625 Perth – Broxden Park and Ride ...... 1135 7XUULII±2OG3RVW2I¿FH+LJK6WUHHW ...... 0645 Dunblane – Opposite Police Station ...... 1205 )\YLH±%XV6WRS2XWVLGH3RVW2I¿FH ...... 0655 Stirling – Bus Stop at Railway Station ...... 1215 Oldmeldrum – Bus Shelter, Urquhart Road (Square) ...... 0710 GROUP 7 (Perthshire) GROUP 3 (From Fraserburgh) Aberfeldy – Burnside Garage ...... 1020 Fraserburgh – Bus Station, Hanover Street ...... 0640 Pitlochry – Outside Fishers Hotel ...... 1050 Mintlaw – Roundabout ...... 0700 Dunkeld – Birnam Hotel ...... 1105 Longside Car Park ...... 0705 Crieff – Outside Meadow Inn ...... 1100 Peterhead – Library, St Peter Street ...... 0715 Stirling Village – Opposite Rocksley Inn ...... 0720 GROUP 8 (Fife) Ellon – Opposite New Inn ...... 0735 Cupar – Bus Stop inside Railway Station ...... 1045 Pitmedden – Village Centre/Oldmeldrum Rd ...... 0740 Glenrothes – Bus Station Stance 16 ...... 1100 GROUP 4 (To Aberdeen) Kirkcaldy – Bennochy Road ...... 1115 Cowdenbeath – The Fountain ...... 1130 Bucksburn 1 – Bus Stop, Chalmers Bakers ...... 0810 Dunfermline - Bus Stop at Carnegie College Halbeath ...1145 Woodside 1 – Opposite Himalaya Tandoori ...... 0815 Woodside 2 – Bus Stop, Pound Stretcher ...... 0815 Woodside 3 – Opposite Northern Hotel ...... 0815 Aberdeen – Skene Street (Behind Central Library) ...... 0825

For North Bound Tours Times will be advised approximately 10 days before travel. Your Pick-Up Point 2QUHFHLSWRI\RXUKROLGD\FRQ¿UPDWLRQLQYRLFHSOHDVH Due to declining numbers from Group 5 (Banchory), it is check your pick up point and time. now not viable to continue with these pick up points. The contractor who we have used to operate these pick ups Please Note would be more than happy to supply a taxi service. Passengers should be at Pick-Up Point 10 minutes E & M Lees can be contacted on 01339 883623. before departure.

4 Austrian Chic Tyrol Lake Como

The Tyrol in Austria is a region of exceptionalti l beauty.bt SoaringS i snow-capped mountains smile down on lush green valleys and Wordsworth described Lake Como as “a treasure which the earth picture postcard villages. keeps to itself”. It is not simply the natural beauty of the mountain framed waters of Como that is so attractive, it is the sophisticated Hotel Zentral, 4 Star ambience of the towns and villages that hug its shores …and its Stöcklfeld 7, 6365 Kirchberg in Tyrol, Tel 0043 5357 2535 proximity to Lake Lugano that makes it a fabulous touring base. No wonder Mr & Mrs George Clooney choose to live here. This superb hotel is situated in the centre of Kirchberg. Lift. Hotel Promessi Sposi, 3 Star Friday 20 August 11 days £1250 Viale Italia, 4, 23864 Malgrate LC, Tel 0039 0341 202096 Single Supplement £238. I nsurance £46 Located on the lakeside, this hotel enjoys beautiful views of (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Lake Como and of the surrounding mountains. Panoramic Lift to What’s Included: outside roof terrace, gym, welcoming, relaxing Spa. Lift. 10 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Return Ferry Crossing from Hull to Rotterdam in Outside, Level Berth Cabins, Welcome Drink Thursday 16 September 11 Days £1220 in Austria, Barbecue in Hotel Garden on one evening (subject to Single supplement £247. Insurance £46 weather), Lake Cruise. (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) What’s Included: 10 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Return Ferry Crossing from Hull to Rotterdam in Outside Level Berth Cabins, Guided tour of Milan.

ITINERARY DAY 1 We head to Hull for our overnight ferry to Rotterdam. DAY 2 On disembarking, we make our way to our overnight hotel in the Frankfurt area of Germany. ITINERARY DAY 3 We arrive in Austria today and check in to our hotel for the next six nights in Kirchberg. DAY 1 We start our journey by heading south to Hull to board DAY 4 At leisure today to explore the lovely village of our overnight ferry to Rotterdam. Kirchberg. Relax by the lake and visit its bars, quaint DAY 2 We disembark and travel to our overnight hotel in cafes and selection of shops. Kirchberg is a beautiful Germany, the Mercure Hotel, Saarbrucken Sud. spot for walking or why not catch the train to Kitzbuhel, DAY 3 We travel through Germany and cross the border into St Johann or Rieberburnn or take the chairlift up into the Italy to arrive at our destination, Malgrate in time for mountains. dinner. DAY 5 The capital of the Tyrol, Innsbruck lies on a river at the foot of the Karwendal Alps, which form an impressive DAY 4 At leisure today, time to explore this beautiful historical EDFNGURSWRLWVDWWUDFWLYHWUDI¿FIUHHVWUHHWV:HZLOO lakeside town with its panoramic views. have free time here to explore its various historical DAY 5 Today we will cross the Swiss border and visit the treasures. stylish city of Lugano with its grand promenade, chic DAY 6 Cruise day - we travel to Achensee to enjoy our two hour shops and cafes and amazing yachts. lake cruise and have coffee and cakes. In the afternoon DAY 6 Our excursion today is a full day exploring Lake Como. we make our way to the ancient city of Rattenberg. The scenery is spectacular, there will be plenty of DAY 7 The scenic highlight of your tour today, as you take stops for photos and to wander through the charming WKHVSHFWDFXODU*URVVJORFNQHUURDG7KLVPDJQL¿FHQWO\ villages en-route. Absorb the relaxing atmosphere but engineered highway runs from nearby Bruck to remember to look out for George! Heiligenblut and offers views over mountain peaks and glaciers, a truly memorable journey. Climbing to a DAY 7 We head for Milan today, we will have a guided city tour height of over 8,000 feet you reach the base of Austria’s before some free time in this truly amazing city. highest mountain, the Grossglockner at 12,460ft. The DAY 8 A day free today to enjoy our beautiful lakeside resort awesome Pasterze glacier spreads out before you. before starting our journey home. DAY 8 A last day at leisure to enjoy Kirchbeg before we begin DAY 9 We leave idyllic Lake Como and travel back into our journey home tomorrow. DAY 9 We depart Austria and head north to our overnight hotel Germany to our overnight hotel, the Mercure Hotel, in Germany. Saarbrucken Sud. DAY 10 We make our way back to Rotterdam to board our DAY 10 After breakfast we make our way back to Rotterdam to overnight ferry back to Hull. board our overnight ferry back to Hull. DAY 11 After disembarking in Hull, we make our way home. DAY 11 We disembark in Hull and head homeward.

Tel: 01887 820 433 5 Italian Riviera, A Fairytale in the Monaco and Black Forest Monte Carlo Situated on the warm Mediterranean Gulf Stream, the Italian This tour takes us into the beautiful BlBlackck FtForest, tthehe settingtti ffor Riviera (also known as the Riviera of the Flowers) combines many a Grimm Brothers’ fairytale, where picturesque villages full the very best of a classical sightseeing tour with the pleasures of half-timbered houses dot the landscape and cuckoo clocks of a really relaxing beach holiday. The beautifully picturesque keep an eye on the time… Bad Dürrheim is of one of the two coastline blends the atmosphere of the South of France and spas in Baden-Württemberg which are officially recognised as a the sophistication of Monte Carlo, with delightful beaches and spa and health resort with a therapeutic climate. The stimulating colourful yachting Marinas. mild mountain climate with many hours of sunshine and low humidity promotes a feeling of well-being. /V[LS9HɈ`3 Star Via Gen. Ardoino 134, 18013 Diano Marina Waldeck Spa Resort, 4 Star This friendly hotel is ideally situated only 100 yards from the Bad Dürrheim, Black Forest sea. There is a lift but please note single rooms do not have lift This modern, family-run 4 star hotel is traditional in style and access. located within a 5 to 10 minute stroll from the town centre. The public areas are bright and spacious and include a reception, Saturday 16 October 11 Days £1095 bar, restaurant, roof terrace and garden. The bedrooms are light and spacious, each with its own balcony. The hotel has Single supplement £250. Insurance £46 extensive leisure facilities that include a large indoor swimming (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) pool, saunas, gym, yoga sessions (free to guests) and spa What’s Included: services. There is also an atmospheric wine cellar and adjoining restaurant/bar area. Lift. 10 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Return Ferry Crossing from Hull to Rotterdam in Outside, Level Berth Cabins, Welcome and Farewell Drink in Diano Marina, Live Music on one evening. Saturday 2 October 8 Days £930 Guided tour of Monaco Single supplement £80. Insurance £42 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) ITINERARY What’s Included: DAY 1 We leave home and travel to Hull for our overnight 7 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Return Ferry Crossing in crossing to Rotterdam. DAY 2 Depart after breakfast and travel through France to 2XWVLGH/HYHO%HUWK&DELQV:HOFRPHJODVVRI6HNWZLWKVKRUW¿OP Dijon and our next overnight at Armony Hotel Dijon Sud. DERXWWKHKLVWRU\RIWKHKRWHORQWKH¿UVWQLJKWERDWWULSIURP6KORVVOL DAY 3 Depart the hotel after breakfast and make our way into Worth, Guided Tour of Mainau Island, Cruise on Lake Titisee. Italy and onto the resort of Diano Marina our base for the next 6 nights. ITINERARY DAY 4 We have a day at leisure in the resort of Diano Marina, which is known as the “Jewel” of this region and is set DAY 1 We leave home and travel to Hull to board our overnight in a wide sweeping bay with safe sandy beaches - it ferry to Rotterdam. offers elegant shops, restaurants and pavement cafes DAY 2 After disembarking, we travel through Holland and in to along its beautiful palm fringed promenade. Germany to arrive at our hotel before dinner. DAY 5 Today we head along the coast to Alassio. This former DAY 3 We have a day at leisure today to relax and perhaps feudal town which belonged to the monks of nearby enjoy the spa facilities in the hotel. Isola Gallinara is now one of Italy’s most popular holiday centres. The town’s muretto (little wall) has DAY 4 Today we board our coach and drive south into the hundreds of ceramic tiles reproducing the signatures of most northerly region of Switzerland. Here we will famous visitors such as Sir Winston Churchill, Ernest H[SHULHQFHWKHGUDPDDQGEHDXW\RIWKHPDJQL¿FHQW Hemingway and Sophia Loren. Why not pay a visit to Rhine Falls, one of the largest waterfalls in Europe. Alassio’s busy morning market which sells clothing, fruit We will enjoy a 30 minute boat trip with an audio guide and vegetables, or visit the many shops and boutiques in English that departs from Schlössli Wörth and sails in the pedestrian area of the town. close to the central rock for which the Falls are also so famous. We then make our way to the nearby medieval DAY 6 A day trip to Monaco and Monte Carlo. Included in your town of Schaffhausen. The iconic Munot Fortress package is a guide to point out all the places of interest towers above the town and can be seen for miles. in this fairy tale Princedom, an enclave rising from the rocks above the sea, which is famed for its enormous DAY 5 For our excursion today we drive towards Lake wealth. It owes much of its current success to Prince Constance and visit Mainau Island with a guided tour, Rainer and his charming wife Princess Grace, both of known for its botanical gardens, the Castle of the whom are buried at Monaco Cathedral. Explore the old 7HXWRQLF2UGHULW¶VEXWWHUÀ\KRXVHDQG3DOP+RXVH town before heading down to the lavish surroundings before we travel the short distance to Constance, of Monte Carlo, famous for its casino and street-staged a town of great historical relevance and the most Grand Prix. important on Lake Constance. DAY 7 On Fridays nearby Ventimiglia hosts an enormous DAY 6 Today we visit the north shore of Lake Titisee, one of market in the morning and in the afternoon we will visit Germany’s prettiest lakes, and join ‘The Titus’ (built as Menton just over the French border, a popular resort a replica of a Roman galley) for an enjoyable 25 minute famous for its cultivation of lemons. cruise before exploring the town of Titisee- Neustadt DAY 8 Another free day to relax in these beautiful itself. We then continue our circular drive to Triberg, surroundings. known for its traditional wood carving shops and cuckoo clocks. This vibrant town also boasts an informative DAY 9 Today we leave the warm mild climate of the Riviera Black Forest Museum and a picturesque 17th century and head back to our overnight hotel, the Armony Hotel church, both of which are worth visiting. Dijon Sud. DAY 7 We sadly leave the Black Forest and travel back to DAY 10 After breakfast we make our way to Rotterdam to board Rotterdam to board our overnight ferry. our overnight ferry. DAY 11 We disembark in Hull and make our way homeward. DAY 8 After disembarking, we make our way home.

6 www.aberfeldycoachess.comcom Germany’s Rhine & Mosel Cruise

Combine the highlights of Germany’s most famous rivers the Rhine and Mosel, on one fabulous cruise. The magnificent River Rhine is Europe’s longest waterway which traverses or borders no fewer than six countries, but it is the section between Koblenz and Mainz which seems to capture everyone’s dream of Germany’s most beautiful scenery. In contrast you have the Mosel River known as the little sister to the mighty River Rhine. This meandering river is one of the most picturesque What’s Included: and unspoiled river valleys in Europe. On this cruise we will be 9 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Return Ferry Crossing from cruising both rivers stopping at towns and villages along the way Hull to Rotterdam in Outside, Level Berth Cabins. Welcome to explore the area in more depth. Drink and Captain’s Dinner during your cruise, En-suite cabin Our ship is the MV Prinses Christina which has been newly accommodation aboard, 7 nights full board on the cruise, Four renovated and offers the ultimate in comfort where everything course dinners with choice of main course, Visit to Cologne, on board has been designed to make your cruise as comfortable Andernach, Cochem, Boppard, Rüdesheim, Koblenz and as possible. The elegant lounge has picture windows offering Konigswinter, 2 nights entertainment during your cruise, Porterage panoramic views of the passing scenery. There is a bar / lounge, from coach to cabins (in & out) an elegantly furnished restaurant and a large partially covered sun deck. All cabins were completely renovated in 2012 and have twin beds, shower, toilet and satellite TV. The ship has a ITINERARY stair lift between the main deck and the promenade deck and DAY 1 We travel to Hull to board our overnight ferry to from the restaurant to the cabin deck. All cruises on board Rotterdam. the MV Prinses Christina are full board with a buffet breakfast DAY 2 We travel to the German city of Cologne where you join followed by a three-course set lunch and a four-course dinner MV Prinses Christina, settle aboard before your evening meal. with a choice menu. DAY 3 Cologne – Andernach. We cruise down the Rhine and arrive after lunch. DAY 4 Andernach – Cochem. Today we cruise down the Rhine Friday 25 June 10 days £1255 and at Koblenz we join the beautiful Mosel River until we reach Cochem. Price based on a Twin Berth Main Deck Standard Cabin with one DAY 5 Cochem – Boppard. We head back up the Mosel to the window, shower and WC. Cabin upgrades available – please enquire. Rhine and continue to the town of Boppard, also known Single Supplement £95. I nsurance £44 as the jewel of the Rhine. (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) DAY 6 Boppard – Rudeshiem. Today we travel through the impressive Rhine Gorge and make our way along the most scenic section of the River and onto the lovely town of Rudeshiem. DAY 7 Rudeshiem – Koblenz. We head back up the Rhine and stop at the walled city of Koblenz. DAY 8 Koblenz – Konigswinter – Cologne. Depart Koblenz after breakfast and stop in Konigswinter before continuing onto the City of Cologne famous for the Cathedral and Eau de Cologne. DAY 9 After breakfast we bid farewell to our captain and crew and disembark for your return journey to Rotterdam to board our ferry homeward. DAY 10 We travel homeward.

TRAVEL TIPS: Travel light as there is limited storage for big cases. PLEASE NOTE: Not recommended for passengers with walking problems: The stairs between decks can be steeper than normal due WRVWDQGDUGVKLSGHVLJQDQGPLJKWEHGHHPHGXQVXLWDEOHIRUSDVVHQJHUVZLWKZDONLQJGLI¿FXOWLHV7KHUHLVDVWDLUOLIWIURPPDLQWRSURP deck and from main deck to the restaurant on lower deck. Getting on and off the boat is not easy for someone with mobility problems and sometimes where the boat docks there can be a walk to the town or other ships docked alongside the boat which the passengers will need to travel through.

Tel: 01887 820 433 7 Austrian Peaks, The Rhine and The Black Forest Our tour includes guided tours of the elegant city of Salzburg plus the royal residence of Kaiservilla, a cruise to St Wolfgang and a journey on the Hallstatt cable car. Be prepared to be amazed. Hotel Lohninger-Schober, 3 Star St Georgen im Attergau Located in the village of Hipping, 2km from St Georgen, the hotel ITINERARY is within a 5 minute walk of the local tram, providing easy access DAY 1 Today depart for Hull for our overnight crossing to to St Georgen and Lake Attersee. All bedrooms have Balcony. Rotterdam. Modern bar with large outside seating area with sun loungers. DAY 2 After disembarking in Rotterdam, we make our way Indoor and outdoor swimming pool. Lift. through Holland into Germany to Bad Durrheim in the Black Forest and to the Waldeck Spa Resort (see page 6). Saturday 22 May 12 Days £1445 DAY 3 Today we have a day exploring the many delights of the Black Forest. Single Supplement £193. Insurance £47 DAY 4 After breakfast we head off to Austria driving through (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) some of the most beautiful scenery this area of What’s Included: Germany has to offer. We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. 11 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Return ferry crossing DAY 5 Our journey today takes us to the home of “The Sound from Hull to Rotterdam in Outside, Level Berth Cabins, Themed of Music” and regional capital, Salzburg. The old town Buffet or BBQ on one night (depending on weather) Entrance is a maze of charming pedestrian alleyways with many and Guided Tour of Kaiservilla, Journey on Salzburg Hallstatt famous and historic landmarks. After a guided city tour, Cablecar, Two way Ride and Viewing Platform “Skywalk” Car, we can explore the city at our leisure. St Gilgen – St Wolfgang Cruise. Rhine Boat Trip. Guided tour of DAY 6 We enjoy time at leisure today. Relax and enjoy the Salzburg, Journey on Shafberg Mountain Railway. hotel’s excellent leisure facilities or catch the local tram into St Georgen and explore the vibrant centre of this picturesque market town, or continue to the terminus of the line on the shores of Lake Attersee. Lake Attersee is one of the most unspoilt lakes of the Salkammergut region and is best explored by taking a round-trip cruise. DAY 7 Bad Ischl & Hallstatt Today, we visit the delightful spa town of Bad Ischl where the emperors of the Austro- Hungarian monarchy spent their summers. We begin by exploring the Kaiservilla with a guided tour. We then have additional time to explore before visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hallstatt, where we take the cable car up to the summit to experience the amazing views of the surrounding area. DAY 8 Today will include a scenic journey to the shores of /DNH:ROIJDQJDQGWKHWUDI¿FIUHHYLOODJHRI6W*LOJHQ After time to explore the village, we enjoy a 30 minute cruise across the water to the famous resort town of St Wolfgang. Here we can join the steepest cog railway in Austria, the Schafberg Mountain Railway. In 40 minutes, the steam cog railway climbs 1,783 metres! On a clear day, we will be treated to a 360° panoramic view of the sparkling lakes of Wolfgangsee in Austria and Chiemsee in Germany, with soaring mountains majestically framing the spectacular scenery. DAY 9 After breakfast we make our way back up through Germany following the route of the Rhine to our hotel for the next two nights, the Best Western Hotel Mainz. On arrival, we have time to freshen up before dinner. DAY 10 After breakfast, the day is yours to explore. Mainz has a fabulous cathedral as well as the Gutenberg Museum along with the many cafes on the riverside. DAY 11 After breakfast we say farewell to the Rhine Valley and travel back to Rotterdam for our overnight crossing to Hull. DAY 12 We arrive back in the UK, tired but full of memories of our magical holiday.

8 www.aberfeldycoachess.comcom The Italian Lakes – A Tantalising Trio

Lake Orta is a hidden gem in the serene and beautiful Northern Lakes and it is an excellent base from which to explore the equally serene Lake Maggiore, Lake Como and Lake Lugano areas as well. Hotel Giardinetto, 3 Star Superior Pettenasco, Lake Orta Located on the water’s edge of Lake Orta, this relaxing hotel enjoys such a close lakeside location that you can feed the lake fish from the restaurant terrace! Set in a quiet location, the hotel offers a mix of modern and traditional styles, with a wonderful ITINERARY restaurant that offers views straight on to the lake. Outdoor swimming pool in the lakeside grounds. The public ferry stops DAY 1 We leave home and travel to Hull to board our overnight directly at the hotel. Lift. ferry to Rotterdam. DAY 2 We disembark and travel through Holland into Germany and our overnight hotel, the Mercure Hotel, Friday 11 June 11 Days £1285 Saarbrucken Sud. DAY 3 After breakfast, we make our way to our hotel on Lake Single Supplement £182. Insurance £46 Orta, our base for the next six nights. (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) DAY 4 Today we travel to Lake Maggiore, and the main resort of Stresa with its lovely lakeside setting facing What’s Included: the beautiful Borromean Islands. Take the boat out to Isola Bella and visit its beautiful Palazzo stately home 10 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Return Ferry Crossing from and elegant Italianate gardens where its famous white Hull to Rotterdam in Outside, Level Berth Cabins, a Welcome peacocks roam, before continuing by boat to Isola dei Drink in Italy, Speciality Dinner on one Evening, Boat Trips on Pescatori, the only island which is currently inhabited. Lake Maggiore, Ferry on Lake Como, Visit to Villa Carlotta, DAY 5 After breakfast, we set off for glamorous Lake Como, on a journey that takes us from the foot of the lake Railway Journey from Locarno to Domoddossola. Entrance to along the shore, passing the site of the beautiful Villa Isola Bella Palace and Gardens. Balbianello up to the hamlet of Cadenabbia where we can enjoy a little free time in this lovely lakeside resort. We then take the short ferry journey by foot across the lake to beautiful Bellagio where we spend a couple of hours browsing the pretty waterfront and cobbled streets rising up the hill, or sampling an amazing local gelato while watching the world go by in one of the many lovely cafés. DAY 6 Today we have time to relax on Lake Orta - one of northern Italy’s best kept secrets. Its capital, Orta San Giulio (which can be reached by boat from outside our hotel, not included) has a delightful medieval centre full of cobbled streets, galleries and local crafts. The local market takes place on Wednesdays which is an added attraction. We can also take the boat over to Isola San Giulio, said to be one of the most beautiful islands in the world and home to a picturesque monastery. (Not included) DAY 7 This morning, we travel across the border into Switzerland, to Lugano, a cosmopolitan city with quaint medieval streets, high end shops, a delightful promenade and grand gardens to explore, all set in a lakeside resort setting. Enjoy a coffee or glass of local wine or for the more adventurous hire a boat or pedalo to explore the lake itself (not included). DAY 8 Today we return to Lake Maggiore travelling up the west coast to its Swiss shores. We enjoy a stop for coffee and a stroll at the pretty lakeside resort of Ascona, before continuing to nearby Locarno. From here, we embark on a panoramic 2 hour train journey on the Centovalli Railway through the picturesque “one hundred valleys” to Domodossola. DAY 9 We leave our idyllic haven on Lake Orta and travel back into Germany to the Mercure Saarbrucken Sud for our overnight stay. DAY 10 After breakfast, we make our way back to Rotterdam to board our overnight ferry back to Hull. DAY 11 Homeward bound today.

Tel: 01887 820 433 9 What’s Included: 11 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Return Ferry Crossings Swiss from Hull to Rotterdam in Outside, Level Berth Cabins, Mount Pilatus Bahn Railway Journey, Luzern – Locarno Cruise, Gotthard Mountains, Panorma Express Journey, Entrance to Villa Carlotta, Galli Boat Service, Borromean Island Cruise including Entrance to Palace Italian Lakes & and Garden,

The Gotthard PanoramaP ITINERARY Express DAY 1 We leave home and travel to Hull to board our overnight ferry to Rotterdam. The highlight of our fabulous twin centre Switzerland and Italy DAY 2 We disembark and make our way through Holland and tour is a scenic trip on the Gotthard Panorama Express (formerly into France to the Novotel Metz for our overnight stay. known as the Wilhelm Tell Express) incorporating a lake steamer DAY 3 We continue to our hotel, the Bellevue Seelisberg and and train journey. The tour includes Switzerland with its dramatic will arrive before dinner. mountains and Lake Maggiore with its Italian Mediterranean feel. DAY 4 After breakfast we take a journey to Alpnachstad where we join the world’s steepest cogwheel railway. Mount Pilatus is the emblem of central Switzerland and it is Bellevue Hotel, 3 Star to Pilatus Kulm that our little train is heading for, as Seelisberg, Switzerland it winds its way up a 48 degree climb, through lush PHDGRZVFDUSHWHGZLWKDOSLQHÀRZHUVSDVWVSDUNOLQJ This friendly hotel is situated on the edge of the village of mountain streams and fascinating rock faces. When we Seelisberg. The chalet style complex boasts spectacular reach the awe-inspiring summit we see the spectacular panoramic lake and mountain views. There is a lift in the main views over Lake Lucerne and its town, as well as the building but not in the annexe building. There is a charming tradi- Central and Bernese Alps. Our wondrous journey does tional bar and a large restaurant with views over the lake, as well QRW¿QLVKKHUHDVZHFRQWLQXHE\FDEOHFDUGRZQWR as an outside terrace which boasts breathtaking views. There is Kriens, where we re-join our coach to Lucerne. Lucerne also a small sauna and gym as well as a tennis court. is one of the world’s prettiest cities and here we enjoy time at leisure to discover attractions such as the world famous Chapel Bridge and Water Tower, the Lion Hotel Milan Speranza Au Lac, 4 Star Monument and many other sites of interest. Stresa, Lake Maggiore DAY 5 Leaving our hotel this morning, we make our way to Located on the edge of Stresa’s historic centre with its shops Lucerne from where we join the Gotthard Panorama and bars and just a stone’s throw from the lakefront and boat Express historic steamer*. Our 2½ hour cruise takes stop, the 4 star Milan Speranza au Lac is a charming, traditional us past picturesque villages and sleepy bays, as we make our way to Fluelen. It is here we disembark and hotel with a wonderful ambience. There is a lovely bar on the first board our train. Travelling through the Reuss Valley on floor in which you can enjoy an evening drink and chat amongst the world famous Gotthard Line, we swiftly climb from friends. Lift 470m to 1100m towards Goschenen, taking us through the 15km tunnel where we emerge to the wonderful scenery of southern Switzerland. We continue our Wednesday 7 July 12 Days £1675 journey crossing breathtaking bridges and passing Single supplement £226. Insurance £47 charming villages until we reach Locarno. Here we (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) disembark and re-join our coach as we make our way into Italy and along the shores of Lake Maggiore where we arrive at our second hotel. *Steamer may sometimes be replaced by a modern style boat. DAY 6 We have a full day at leisure today to enjoy the beautiful resort of Stresa. With panoramic views across the lake, botanical gardens, churches and shops, there is much to do. DAY 7 After breakfast, we travel east to Lake Como, where we will spend the day exploring the prettiest lake in northern Italy. Its breath-taking mountains provide a VWXQQLQJEDFNGURSWRWKHPDJQL¿FHQWJDUGHQVZLWK their vast array of colour. We visit Villa Carlotta with its beautiful art collections and splendid botanical gardens before taking a return ferry to the ‘jewel’ of Lake Como, Bellagio. This lovely historic village is teeming with FKDUDFWHUDQGERDVWVD¿QHVHOHFWLRQRIXQLTXHVKRSV and lakeside cafés offering fabulous views. DAY 8 This morning we take a boat out to the stunning %RUURPHDQ,VODQGV:H¿UVWYLVLW,VROD%HOODZKLFK houses a beautiful stately home and elegant Italianate gardens, before we continue by boat to Isola dei Pescatori, the only island which is currently inhabited. DAY 9 After breakfast we head back into Germany to the Pentahotel, Wiesbaden for the next two nights. DAY 10 We travel along the banks of the mighty Rhine where we have some free time in Rudesheim, a wonderfully atmospheric and picturesque town. DAY 11 We make our way back to Rotterdam to board our overnight P&O North Sea Ferry DAY 12 We arrive home.

10 www.aberfeldycoachess.comcom Danube River Cruise

A Danube cruise is the perfect way to explore one of Europe’s most iconic rivers, the beauty of which was famously honoured by the Austrian composer Strauss when he wrote his celebrated waltz, The Blue Danube in 1866. On this fabulous 7 day cruise visits will be made to Vienna, Budapest and Bratislava - names that conjure up images of a glorious, splendid and romantic past. These fabulous cites of a bygone era when the Hapsburg dynasty ruled central Europe. The Empire may be long gone but these Imperial Cities will dazzle you with their charm and fascinate you with their history. Your Ship ITINERARY DAY 1 From home area to Hull for overnight crossing to MV Esmeralda Rotterdam. We have included dinner on board and This welcoming river cruise ship is perfect from which to outside lower berth cabins. enjoy your cruise. The ship has a spacious lounge, bar area, DAY 2 Breakfast is included on board before we depart restaurant and sundeck. There is just 2 decks with a small lift Rotterdam and head into Germany where we have an to both passenger decks and a stair lift to the sun deck. All overnight stay at The Mercure Hotel, Eschborn. cabins are outward facing and comfortably equipped with lower DAY 3 Travel to Austria today, arriving in Linz where you join twin beds and private facilities. your vessel, the MV Esmeralda. Enjoy a Welcome Cocktail prior to dinner on board. Monday 20 September 12 Days £1485 DAY 4 Our ship departs Linz before breakfast and you will enjoy a full day cruising on the Danube. Plenty of time Single supplement £117. Insurance £47 to relax and admire the passing scenery. The ship (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) arrives in Vienna in the early evening. Price based on a twin cabin on main deck. Cabin upgrades available DAY 5 After breakfast spend the day exploring Vienna. The on Prom deck – please enquire. Capital of Austria - Six centuries of Imperial Habsburg rule have left an incredible mark on Vienna, which is noted for its art, culture, architecture and coffee shops. What’s Included: Lying in the Danube Valley at the foot of the Vienna 11 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Return Ferry crossing from Woods, the city offers many wondrous sights. This Hull to Rotterdam in Outside, Level Berth Cabins. Welcome evening the cruise vessel departs for an overnight Cocktail and Captain’s Farewell Dinner on board MV Esmeralda, sailing to Budapest. 7 Nights Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast on the cruise, Nightly DAY 6 We arrive in Budapest this morning. Free time to Entertainment on the Cruise. Visits to Vienna, Budapest, explore this stunning city known as the Pearl on the Bratislava, Durnstein and Melk. Danube, Buda and Pest are contrasting halves with the old quarter of Buda and the more modern Pest, eight TRAVEL TIPS: bridges spanning the Danube River link the two halves WRHDFKRWKHU9LVLWVRPHRIWKH¿QHVLJKWVZKLFKDUH Travel light as there is limited storage for big cases. reminders of the city’s imperial past under the Austro- PLEASE NOTE: Not recommended for passengers with Hungarian Empire. This evening your cruise vessel walking problems: The stairs between decks can be steeper departs for Bratislava. than normal due to standard ship design and might be deemed DAY 7 Spend the morning relaxing on board as your cruise XQVXLWDEOHIRUSDVVHQJHUVZLWKZDONLQJGLI¿FXOWLHV7KHUHLVDVWDLU ship will arrive in Bratislava around lunchtime. This afternoon is free for you to enjoy this wonderful city. lift from main to prom deck and from main deck to the restaurant on lower deck. Getting on and off the boat is not easy for someone DAY 8 Our ship will cruise early morning making its way with mobility problems and sometimes where the boat docks to Durnstein in Austria, time to relax and enjoy the scenery. Upon arrival free time to stroll through this there can be a walk to the town or other ships docked alongside wonderful medieval town which is overlooked by the the boat which the passengers will need to travel through. ruins of the castle where in 1192 King Richard I of England was held captive by the Duke of Austria during his return from the crusades. DAY 9 This morning the ship will cruise early morning making its way to Melk. Option here to join a local coach and enjoy a guided tour of the beautiful Benedictine Abbey overlooking the town of Melk. This evening enjoy on board the Captain’s Farewell dinner. DAY 10 Time to depart after breakfast. You will disembark in Linz and make your way back to your overnight hotel again at the Mercure Hotel, Eschborn. DAY 11 After breakfast continue north to the port of Rotterdam for your return overnight crossing back to the UK. We have included dinner on board and outside lower berth cabins. DAY 12 Breakfast is included on board before we depart the ship and make our way home.

Tel: 01887 820 433 11 Springtime in the Ring of Kerry Bulbfields – A and Dingle Bay Dutch Delight Dolphin Cruise See the best of Ireland in this Irish Holiday,oliday combining fabulous The “Greatest Flower Show on Earth” and the showpiece garden scenery, great hospitality and superb accommodation in Ireland’s of the Dutch Bulb Industry, Keukenhof, comes to life in a blaze of most popular area. colour for two glorious months each spring. Kontakt Der Kontinenten, 3 Star River Island Hotel, 3 Star Utrecht Castle Island, Co Kerry Centrally located in Soesterberg, the hotel is a former mission Tel: 00 353 6671 42555 house and monastery, ideally situated, near to Utrecht and A family run hotel, popular with both visitors and locals, situated Amersfoot. Lift. in the centre of a thriving market town amidst the glorious Kerry countryside. Lift. Thursday 29 April 6 Days £635

Single Supplement £118. Insurance £39 Sunday 23 May 7 Days £685 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Sunday 15 August 7 Days £720 Sunday 10 October 7 Days £635 What’s Included: Single Supplement £132. Insurance £41 5 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Complimentary tea/ (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) coffee served in the hotel lounge, Return Ferry Crossing from Hull to Rotterdam in Outside, Level Berth Cabins, Entrance What’s Included: to Keukenhof Gardens, Single Tram Journey from Hoorn to 6 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, return ferry crossings. One Medemblik including Coffee and Pastry on board, Boat Cruise free drink with dinner and nightly entertainment in the bar at the from Medemblik to Enkhuizen. Visit to Royal Delft Porcelain River Island Hotel. Trip on the Killarney Jaunting Cars and a Lake Factory. Cruise. Guided tour of Ring of Kerry and Dingle Bay Boat Cruise.

ITINERARY DAY 1 We travel to Hull to board our overnight ferry to Rotterdam. DAY 2 We disembark and make our way to Zaanse Schans, a stunning living and working community dating back to the 18th and 19th Century. Packed with windmills, barns, houses and museums transporting us back in time (entrance fees not included) before continuing to our hotel. DAY 3 Today is our full day excursion through the Dutch %XOE¿HOGVDQG\RXUYLVLWWR.HXNHQKRI*DUGHQVZLWK over 70 acres of parkland 10 miles of walkways. Admire DYDVWFROOHFWLRQRIKXQGUHGVRIWKRXVDQGVRIÀRZHUV ITINERARY displayed in the beautifully landscaped gardens which adorn the estate. DAY 1 W e travel to Cairnryan in time for the 16.30 crossing to Larne before continuing on to The Dunadry Hotel for our DAY 4 We head north to Hoorn and board the famous tram for overnight stay. our journey which travels through the Dutch countryside to Medemblik. Coffee and a local pastry will be DAY 2 After breakfast, we travel through Ireland to our destination for the next four nights at the River Island served during the journey. There will be some free Hotel. time to explore Medemblik with its beautiful historical centre before boarding the museum ship Friesland DAY 3 T oday’s excursion takes us through the fantastic scenery for our cruise to Enkhuizen. From here we make our of the Ring of Kerry, one of Ireland’s most famous areas, drive through the Killarney National Park and wonder at way home across the Houtribdijk a 27 km dike, built the captivating views. between 1963 and 1975, it crosses what used to be the Zuiderzee and is now the Ijsselmeer, the largest inland DAY 4 W e make our way to Killarney for our trip on the famous lake in Western Europe. Jaunting Cars before a leisurely cruise on Lough Leane. Killarney is surrounded by Loughs and the Kerry DAY 5 Today we return to Rotterdam but we will have time to Mountains and has become one of the most popular make a visit to beautiful Delft which is criss crossed destinations in Ireland. In the centre are shops galore and with beautiful canals, home of the Royal Delft Porcelain several bars and pubs. Factory where we will make a visit and have a guided DAY 5 A full day on the Dingle Peninsula. Enjoy a scenic tour of tour to see how this stunning porcelain is made. We this precious Irish landscape surrounded by intricate then head to Rotterdam to board our overnight ferry coastline. This afternoon there’s a special treat – a scenic back to Hull. boat tour and dolphin watching experience around DAY 6 After disembarking at Hull, we make our way home. Dingle Bay. DAY 6 Sadly we leave Co Kerry and make our way east before heading north back to The Dunadry Hotel. DAY 7 W e travel to Larne in time for the 10.30 crossing back to Cairnryan then head homeward.

12 www.aberfeldycoachess.comcom Highlights of Co Donegal Ireland’s Capital Autumn Glory Cities

For this tour we are based in Southern Ireland but near the border so that the two capitals are within easy reach. Wild and rugged, County Donegal recently topped National Geographic’s cool list and with good reason… its mystical Ballymascanlon House Hotel, 4 Star landscape of coasts, cliffs and country roads is perfect for touring Carlingford Road, R173, Dundalk, Co. Louth, A91 PF57 – prepare to be enchanted. Tel: 00353 42 935 8200 The Clanree Hotel, 4 Star Located half way between Dublin and Belfast, this family owned hotel is run with pride and dedication. The impressive Victorian Letterkenny house forms the heart of the hotel which is located on the 140 Tel: 00353 74912 4369 acre Ballymascanlon estate. There is an elegant, formal dining The ideal place to relax and revive. The Clanree provides a room with chandeliers, a large bar overlooking the gardens, a comfortable base for exploring Donegal and is conveniently cosy lounge and an outside terrace. Leisure facilities include located only a few minutes drive from the bustling town centre of an indoor swimming pool, hydro pool, sauna, steam room and Letterkenny. Beauty Salon and Swimming Pool. Lift. outdoor hot tub. Ground floor rooms, Lift. Sunday 24 October 5 Days £450 Monday 19 April 5 Days £490 Monday 18 October 5 Days £490 Single Supplement £82. Insurance £36 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Single Supplement £70. Insurance £36 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) What’s Included: 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, In Letterkenny - Welcome What’s Included: Tea/Coffee, Glass of Wine or Soft Drink with Dinner Each 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Return Ferry Crossing from Night, Live Musical Entertainment on 2 Nights, Quiz on 1 Night, Cairnryan to Larne, Guided tour of Belfast, Guided Tour of Dublin. Entrance to Glenveagh National Park Visitor Centre, Shuttle Bus Entrance to Slane Castle. to Castle and Castle Tour.

ITINERARY DAY 1 We make our way to Cairnryan for our 1630 hrs ferry to Larne. On disembarking we make our way across the border to Co Louth, a late arrival but dinner will be waiting. DAY 2 Today we visit Dublin where we will be met by a local guide for a morning tour. We will then have some free time to enjoy the many sights of Dublin including Trinity College, the Irish Emigration Museum or the many shops and bars Dublin is renowned for. DAY 3 We will visit our other capital today, Belfast. Again we will have a morning guided tour with free time to ITINERARY enjoy this city. Should you wish, our driver can drop you at the Titanic Experience although this is not DAY 1 We leave home and travel to Cairnryan to board the included in your tour price. He can then pick you up 1630 hrs to Larne. After disembarking, we make our when leaving Belfast. way to our hotel, Dunadry Hotel & Gardens, for our DAY 4 2XUH[FXUVLRQWRGD\WDNHVXV¿UVWRIDOOWRWKH overnight stay. spectacular Slane Castle, situated in a dramatic DAY 2 We have some free time in Belfast before making setting by the River Boyne and one of the most our way to Letterkenny to arrive at our hotel late architectural exciting buildings in Ireland, home to afternoon. the Conyngham family since 1703. In the afternoon we visit Navan, the county town of County Meath for DAY 3 We spend the day exploring Glenveagh National some free time before returning to our hotel. Park under the shadow of imposing Mount Errigal. We spend some time in the Visitor Centre before DAY 5 Today we return home after an early start, we make our way back to Larne for the 1030 hrs sailing back boarding the shuttle bus to the Castle and enjoy a to Cairnryan and home. Castle Tour. County Donegal is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean on three sides, providing spectacular sea views as you drive along its coastline. DAY 4 Today our excursion takes us to Donegal Town where we will have some free time, Donegal is a busy shopping and tourist town in south Donegal ZKHUHWKH5LYHU(VNHÀRZVLQWR'RQHJDO%D\:K\ not enjoy a glass of Guinness in one of the many hostelries. DAY 5 After an early start, we make our way back to Belfast to board the 1130 hrs ferry back to Cairnryan.

Tel: 01887 820 433 13 St Patrick’s Day Ireland’s in Killarney Causeway Coast

What better place to celebrate St Patricksik DDay ththan iin Killarney,Kill Exploring Ireland’s magnificent northern coastline from the cliffs one of the most popular areas in Ireland. and coves of Co. Antrim to the spectacular seascapes of Co. Killarney Towers Hotel, 4 Star Donegal, together with some truly magnificent castles. Killarney. Tel: 00353 64663 1038 Clanree Hotel, 4 Star This superbly appointed hotel with a great reputation is situated Derry Road, Letterkenny Tel: 00353 74912 4369 in a prime position in the centre of Killarney. Lift. Leisure Centre, A modern hotel on the outskirts of the commercial centre of including 15 metre swimming pool and gym. Letterkenny, an ideal place to relax and revive. Beauty Salon, Swimming Pool, Lift . Monday 15 March 6 Days £510 Sunday 13 June 6 Days £640 Single Supplement £118. Insurance £39 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Sunday 8 August 6 Days £660 What’s Included: Single Supplement £113. Insurance £39 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) 5 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Welcome Tea/Coffee on arrival in Killarney, One free drink each night with dinner in What’s Included: Killarney. Nightly Entertainment in the Bar in Killarney. 5 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Return Ferry Crossing from Cairnryan to Larne, Entry to Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre, ITINERARY Entrance to Glenveagh National Park Visitor Centre, Shuttle Bus to Castle and Castle Tour. Train Journey from Coleraine to DAY 1 Depart home area and travel to Cairnryan for the Londonderry, Guided tour of Londonderry. afternoon sailing to Larne. Complete the journey to our overnight hotel, The Stormont Hotel, Belfast. DAY 2 Travel south into Southern Ireland. We then make our way to Killarney via Adare, reputedly Ireland’s prettiest village and then complete our journey to Killarney for our next 3 night stay. On arrival at the hotel “Meet the Management” welcome reception with complimentary tea/coffee. DAY 3 Free day in Killarney to enjoy all that St Patrick’s Day has to offer. DAY 4 Today we have a full day excursion around the Ring of Kerry. Dominated by MacGillycuddy’s Reeks, savour 100 miles of spectacular scenery as you travel along ITINERARY the narrow coastal road of the Iveragh Peninsula. Continue to Moll’s Gap, a cutting between bleak DAY 1 We travel to Cairnryan to board our 1630 hrs ferry to bogland and mountains. The winding road passes Larne and then to our overnight stay at The Stormont Ladies View, aptly named after Queen Victoria’s Hotel in Belfast. ladies-in-waiting who were so impressed with the view DAY 2 Begin today with one of the most rewarding coastal RIWKHODNHVDQGWKHHQWUDQFHWR0XFNURVV¿QLVKLQJLQ drives in Ireland as you travel up the Antrim Coast to Killarney. the legendary Giants Causeway. There is a shuttle DAY 5 Depart the hotel and make your way to Dublin, Ireland’s bus which will take you from the Visitor Centre to capital city, steeped in history and buzzing with energy. the Causeway, the cost is approximately £2.50 (not We will have some free time before we continue north included). We then head to Coleraine and board back to Belfast and your last night at The Europa Hotel. the train for Londonderry. The track runs alongside DAY 6 Head to Larne for your morning return sailing to beautiful beaches and through Ireland’s longest railway Cairnryan before heading home. tunnels. The coach will be waiting to take you to Letterkenny for the next three nights. DAY 3 Discover the delightful coast and countryside of Co. Donegal, beginning with a trip to Glenveagh Castle. It lies half hidden in woodland at the edge of a lake in a protected national park that is home to the largest herd of red deer in Ireland. We will also visit the Glenveagh Visitor Centre before heading on to the dramatic west coast then down through the Blue Stack Mountains before returning to Donegal town. DAY 4 Today we head for Londonderry on the banks of the River Foyle, the only complete walled city in Ireland where a local guide will meet us and take us for a visit to Malin Head, the most northerly point in Ireland followed by a walking tour of Londonderry. DAY 5 We make our way back to Belfast to our overnight hotel, the Stormont Hotel. DAY 6 After breakfast we make our way to Larne to board the 1030 hrs sailing to Cairnryan.

14 www.aberfeldycoachess.comcom Fermanagh The Very Best of Lakelands with Sunset Dinner Cruise Northern Ireland

Revive your senses with a trip too the fabulous FFermanaghermanagh Lakelands. Staying in an elegant 18th Century Manor House on Our popular five day tour to Northern Ireland brings you Belfast, the tranquil shores of Lough Erne, with a Sunset Dinner Cruise – birthplace of Titanic, the Giant’s Causeway, the Antrim Coast surely no better way to enjoy Ireland’s Great Lakes. scenic drive and the delightful scenery of County Down. Manor House Resort Hotel, 4 Star Stormont Hotel, 4 Star Killadeas, Enniskillen 587 Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast Tel: 028 6862 2211 Tel 028 9065 1066 Set on the picturesque shores of Lower Lough Erne, just seven This 4 star hotel is located just minutes away from Belfast miles from the Fermanagh county town of Enniskillen, a trip to the City Centre, adjacent to Stormont Castle and overlooking the Manor House Country Hotel is a journey back in time to a more beautiful grounds of the Stormont Estate making it an ideal base elegant and tranquil age. But behind the stately surroundings of for our tour. Lift. this 19th Century Country Manor is a first class modern hotel offering luxury accommodation, comfort and a range of facilities Monday 3 May 5 Days £540 and services belonging very much to the present day. Lift. Leisure Facilities include Swimming Pool, Steam Room, Jacuzzi, Sauna, Monday 7 June 5 Days £565 Gymnasium and Beauty Salon. Monday 4 October 5 Days £535 Sunday 16 May 6 Days £625 Single Supplement £108. Insurance £23 Sunday 26 September 6 Days £625 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Single Supplement £116. Insurance £24 What’s Included: (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Entrance to Titanic What’s Included: Belfast, Guided tour of Belfast, Entrance to Giant’s Causeway 5 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Sunset Cruise and Dinner, Experience. Entrance to Mount Stewart House. Return ferry crossings from Cairnryan to Larne. Entrance to Giant’s Causeway Experience, Entrance to Ulster American Folk Park, Entrance to Blessingbourne Country Estate with tea and ITINERARY scones, Entrance to Belleek Pottery. DAY 1 We leave home and travel to Cairnryan to board the 1630 hrs sailing to Larne. We then make the short ITINERARY journey to our hotel in Belfast. DAY 1 W e travel to Cairnryan to board the 1630 hrs ferry to DAY 2 Our excursion takes us to Mount Stewart House and Larne. After the two hour crossing, we head to the *DUGHQVEHIRUH¿QLVKLQJWKHGD\ZLWKVRPHIUHHWLPH Belfast area for our overnight stay. in Belfast. DAY 2 After breakfast we make our way along the Antrim Coast Road with its unspoilt views of the Irish Sea and DAY 3 This morning we have a guided tour of Belfast arrive at the Giant’s Causeway, here will visit the Visitor taking in the many highlights including City Hall, Centre and view its unique volcanic stone pillars before Queens University, the Opera House and the Botanic making our way to Fermanagh and our base for the Gardens with some free time for lunch before next three nights. transferring to the Titanic Belfast. DAY 3 Following a leisurely start, we head to the award- winning Ulster American Folk Park in Omagh. One of DAY 4 For one of the most remarkable ocean drives, we Northern Ireland’s major museums, it brings to life the take the Antrim Coast Road with its unspoilt views powerful story of mass emigration as millions of people of the Irish Sea and Glens of Antrim to arrive at sailed to America in search of a ‘better life’. Following the Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage the north shore of Lower Lough Erne, we travel onto Site famous for its unique volcanic stone pillars and Belleek, home of the famous Belleek Pottery, Irelands shrouded in folklore and fairytales. There is a charge oldest pottery. We will then return to your hotel in plenty of time for one of the highlights of your tour: this of approximately £2.50 for the shuttle bus from the evening explore beautiful Lough Erne with its many Visitor Centre to the Causeway (not included). archaeological and historical sites on a Sunset Dinner DAY 5 We make the return journey to Larne for the 1030 hrs Cruise aboard the hotel’s private river cruiser, the ‘Lady sailing to Cairnryan before making our way home. of the Lake’. DAY 4 This morning we head to the fabulous Blessingbourne Country Estate for a guided tour of the house and gardens with its fascinating history, by the Lady of the 0DQRU:H¿QLVKWKHWRXUZLWKWHDDQGKRPHPDGH scones. DAY 5 T oday we will depart the hotel after breakfast and make our way to Enniskillen with free time to explore. Built on a natural island that splits Upper and Lower Lough Erne, this attractive waterside setting bustles with boats in the summer and has many lively pubs and restaurants. After lunch we return to The Stormont Hotel, Belfast for our last overnight stay. DAY 6 Following breakfast we travel to Larne for our 1030 hrs sailing to Cairnryan. After disembarking, we travel homeward.

Tel: 01887 820 433 15 BoatsBoats aandnd TrTrainsains ofof thethe Dumfries and HighlHighlandsands andand Galloway IslandsIslands Ourr BBoatsoats anandd TTrainsrains programme iiss bbasedased on tthehe coast 4400 mmilesilles With rugged mountains, lush green rolling hills and pastures, northnorth off Inverness anandd surrounsurroundedded bbyy ppicturesqueicturesque HighlandHighland burns and lochs and the sea with plenty of beaches, Dumfries scscenery.enere y.y The toutourr is pplannedlanned soso eacheach dayday is different.different. BoardBoard and Galloway offers the ideal destination for a short break. the traintrain forforr one off Europe’s mosmostt ffamousamous rarailways,ilways, visitvisit thethe Cairndale Hotel and Leisure Club IsleIsle off Skye, roamroaam rroundound ancientancient castles,castles, taketake a cruisecruise on thethe mosmostt famoufamouss loch in tthehe wworld,orld, as well as explorinexploringg the QueenQueen 3 Star Mother’Mother’ss ScottisScottishh home. English Street, Dumfries Tel: 01387 254111 Dornoch Hotel, 3 StarStar Centrally situated, the Cairndale is one of the leading hotels in Tel:Tel: 0843 357 5555 Dumfries & Galloway. It is privately owned and is situated only a five minute walk from Dumfries town centre. Prepare for a warm ThisThis traditionatraditionall hotel is set wwithinitthih n ititss own grounds in a trulytruly welcome and make the most of the excellent facilities on offer historichistoric cornerr off the ScottScottishissh Highlands affordingaffording spectacular which include Restaurant offering delicious cuisine, Leisure Club viewsviews off the Firth.Firth. The hhotelootel isis withinwithin easyeasy reach off Dornoch with heated swimming pool, spa bath and gymnasium. Lift. towntown centre.centre. LifLift.t.

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SingleSingle SuSupplementupppplement £60.£60. InsuranceInsurance ££2323 Monday 30 August 5 Days £395 (includess InsuranceInsurance PremiumPremiumm TaTaxx att 20%) Single Supplement £100. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) What’sWWhat’s Included:Included: 4 NightsNights Dinner,Dinner, BBeded anandd BreakBreakfast,fast, CCruiseruuiise on LLochoch NNess,ess, EEntryntry What’s Included: to UUrquhartrquhart Castle, EntryEntry toto CastleCastle ofof MeyMey,, SinglSinglee Rail JourneyJourney 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Entry to Threave Gardens. fromfrom GolGolspiespie – ThuThurso,rso, SinSinglegle RRailail JJourneyourney ffromrom DinDingwallgwall – KKyle,yle, Entry to Devil’s Porridge Museum. LightLight LunchLunch on Skye.Skye. ITINERARY DAY 1 We leave home and travel to our base for the next four nights, Dumfries. DAY 2 Our excursion today takes us to the historic city of Carlisle, a town rich in history dating back to Roman times with a wealth of attractions including the Cathedral, Castle and a pedestrianized city centre. We then visit Devil’s Porridge Museum in Annan, a Museum ITINERARY which commemorates HM Factory Gretna, the largest munitions factory in the world during the first World War DAY 1 We leave home and travel to Dornoch to arrive late and explores the stories of the Solway Military Coast afternoon. during the second world war. DAY 2 We have some free time in Inverness before taking DAY 3 A day at leisure today to relax. Dumfries is a lovely the ten mile journey along the shoreline of Loch town, browse the shops or relax in the Hotel’s Leisure Ness. Board the cruiser at Clansman Harbour out on Club. There is also the Robert Burns Centre in Mill to the Loch – take your camera just in case you see Road, Dumfries, an award winning visitor centre telling something lurking in the loch! We then visit Urquhart the story of the connection between Robert Burns and Castle Visitor Centre and Grounds and return to the town. Dornoch via Beauly and Muir of Ord. DAY 4 Today we make our way West to Castle Douglas for a DAY 3 Take your seat on “One of the most beautiful rail visit to Threave Gardens before having some free time journeys in Europe” – Michael Palin. In Kyle your coach in the market town of Castle Douglas. collects you to take you over the bridge and on to the DAY 5 Homeward bound. Isle of Skye – an island full of mystery and history with magnificent scenery. Included is a light lunch on Skye. Returning over the Skye Bridge, stopping at Eilean Donan Castle for photos, before crossing from west coast to east coast, covering 109 miles of Highland splendour, via Loch Carron and Achanasheen. DAY 4 We venture north by train, tracing the North Sea coast passing fairy-tale Dunrobin Castle and the beautiful beaches around Brora. Experience how remote Scotland can be passing famous salmon rivers and distilleries with miles of moorland before disembarking in Thurso, where your coach will be waiting. We then visit the Castle of Mey before taking the short hop to John O’ Groats, the most northerly inhabited point on mainland Britain. Returning south passing what once used to be the mighty fishing port of Wick with coastal scenery all the way back to Dornoch. DAY 5 We return home.

16 www.aberfeldycoachess.comcom The Grand Dunoon and Scottish The Isle of Bute all Inclusive

Dunoon is one of Scotland’s most popular resorts located in So much is included within this holiday, as well as the drinks a delightful setting on the Firth of Clyde where the entrances element, the package includes wine with dinner, entertainment to Holy Loch and Loch Long converge. These waters are set and also entry into two of Scotland’s most fascinating and popular against a background of mountains and forests and lie close to attractions. Our base is in Biggar an ideal centre for touring. the town on the Cowal Peninsula. The town boasts two bays and a flat promenade perfect for an evening stroll and its position makes it the perfect base from which to explore the stunning Tinto House Hotel, 3 Star scenic west coast. 44 Biggar Rd, Symington, Biggar Tel 01899 308454 Argyll Hotel, 3 Star Nestled in five acres of stunning gardens within the breathtaking Argyll Street, Dunoon countryside of the Scottish Borders, this traditional country house hotel is the perfect setting for a short break. Built in Tel: 01369 702059 1914, it has retained a respectful eye toward the grandeur and The Argyll Hotel, with its majestic views of the River Clyde, is a charm of the past, while also embracing the conveniences of stylish property in the very heart of Dunoon. the modern age. Throughout Tinto House, stunning architectural Individually styled bedrooms all equipped to high standard and details, such as the majestic sweeping staircase with ornate many with panoramic views of the River Clyde. Lift. stained-glass windows, and remarkable period pieces, like the penny farthing bicycle and grandfather clock, sit comfortably Monday 3 May 5 Days £345 beside the numerous touches of tasteful modernisation. Monday 26 July 5 Days £375 No Lift. New Year date also available see page 37. Monday 28 June 5 Days £425 Single Supplement £36. Insurance £23 Monday 11 October 5 Days £360 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) No Single Supplement. Insurance £23 What’s Included: (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Ferry Crossings and Entrance What’s Included: to Benmore Gardens 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, welcome tea and shortbread. ITINERARY Three nights entertainment, wine with dinner each night, three drinks vouchers each night, entry to Dumfries House, with tea, DAY 1 We travel to Dunoon with a stop at the Riverside coffee and shortbread. Entry to Roslyn Chapel. Entrance to New Museum in the centre of Glasgow before making our Lanark. way to Gourock for the 20 minute crossing to Dunoon. DAY 2 Our excursion today takes us through Glendaruel Forest along the shores of Loch Riddon to Colintraive ITINERARY where we cross over the Kyles of Bute to Rhubodach DAY 1 We leave home and travel to Biggar, visiting New on the Isle of Bute where we have time to explore the Lanark Heritage Site on our way, we will have time to island, including a visit to Rothesay. settle in and relax before dinner. DAY 3 A day at leisure. DAY 2 Today we head through beautiful Borders country DAY 4 Today’s excursion takes us to Inveraray on the shores toward Edinburgh stopping off at the 15th Century of Loch Fyne – where we have some free time to Roslyn Chapel, a truly compelling and unique explore – why not visit the Jail! On the return journey we visit Benmore Gardens. building surviving the turbulent times of the Reformation to the Da Vinci Code as portrayed in DAY 5 We return home via the Rest and Be Thankful and the 2003 film. We have the afternoon in Edinburgh Loch Lomond. returning to the hotel for dinner and entertainment. DAY 3 We travel through the Trossachs visiting Callander, Aberfoyle and Drymen before stopping at Lomond Shores, at the southern tip of the loch for retail therapy, by passing Glasgow on the way back to your hotel. DAY 4 First to Ayr to take in some sea air before heading to nearby Dumfries House, one of Britain’s most beautiful stately homes and best kept heritage secrets with sumptuous interiors and magnificent furnishings all set in two thousand acres of land. In 2007 HRH The Prince of Wales headed a consortium of charities to purchase the House in order to keep this historical jewel intact. Our last night’s dinner tonight followed by entertainment. DAY 5 Our journey home today.

Tel: 01887 820 433 17 Hebridean Gretna, Castaway The Borders Eight Island Tour and Cumbria A fantastic six day holiday visiting eight of the Hebridean Islands, For this tour we base ourselves in Gretna, taking in the highlights Barra, Eriskay, South Uist, Benbecula, North Uist, Harris, Lewis of the Scottish Borders and Cumbria. We visit the Lake District and Skye, stretching out in to the Atlantic, these islands are in Cumbria and take a trip on the Carlisle Settle Railway and visit steeped in history and offer the traveller unsurpassed scenery. Dumfries, the Solway Coast and Drumlanrig Castle in Scotland. The Dark Island Hotel Gretna Hall Hotel, 3 Star Liniclate, Isle of Benbecula Gretna Green Tel:01461 338257 Tel: 01870 603030 The Gretna Hall Hotel is steeped in history and still retains much A delightful hotel with an idyllic situation just 300m from the long of its original character from 1710, and even offers a traditional sandy beach. Blacksmith’s Shop. The hotel offers a good standard of accommo- dation, there is a comfortable bar that offers regular entertainment Caladh Inn as well as the traditional Anvil Restaurant. The hotel is centrally located and within walking distance of the Gretna Retail Outlet and James Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis Gretna town centre. Lift Tel: 01851 702740 Monday 31 May 5 Days £415 A warm Gaelic welcome awaits at the Caladh Inn, the largest and friendliest hotel in the Western Isles. Monday 19 July 5 Days £430 Single Supplement £60. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Tuesday 1 June 6 Days £665 Sunday 18 July 6 Days £665 What’s Included: Tuesday 31 August 6 Days £665 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast. Rail journey from Settle to Carlisle, Cruise on Ullswater, Entrance to Drumlanrig Castle and Single Supplement £55. Insurance £24 Devil’s Porridge Museum. (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) What’s Included: ITINERARY 5 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast and all ferry crossings. DAY 1 We leave home and travel to Gretna, stopping in Moffat en-route. Tea/Coffee and shortbread will be waiting for us in Gretna. DAY 2 We make our way into the Yorkshire Dales to Settle where we will have free time to explore the Market and in the afternoon, we board the famous Settle to Carlisle Railway. We travel through 72 miles of unspoilt countryside enjoying the breathtaking scenery including the world-famous Ribblehead Viaduct. We arrive in Carlisle where our coach will be waiting to take us back to the hotel. DAY 3 This morning, we drive to the Lake District taking a ITINERARY scenic route along Ullswater, the second largest lake in the National Park. We arrive at Pooley Bridge pier and DAY 1 We make our way to Ullapool for our late afternoon enjoy a 1 hour Ullswater steamer cruise to the south side ferry crossing to Stornoway before checking in to the of the lake to Glenridding. We rejoin our coach and make Caladh Inn for a late dinner. our way to nearby Derwent Water Lake, stopping at the DAY 2 Our excursion today takes us to the West of Lewis pretty town of Keswick where we have free time for lunch accompanied by a local guide, visiting the Callanish before returning to Carlisle where we will have some free Stones, which rank only second to Stonehenge, time. the Black House at Arnol and Shawbost. Weather DAY 4 Today we head for Dumfries where we will have some permitting, we will have a stop at the glorious Atlantic free time before visiting the Devil’s Porridge Museum beach at Uig. then returning to Gretna. DAY 3 Today we travel through four of the Outer Hebridean DAY 5 We return home, stopping on the way at Drumlanrig ,VODQGV/HZLV+DUULV1RUWK8LVWDQG¿QDOO\ Castle, home of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch, %HQEHFXODZKHUHZH¿QGRXUEDVHIRUWKHQH[WWZR the Castle has 120 rooms, 17 turrets and four towers and nights, the Dark Island Hotel IURP\RXUYHU\¿UVWJODQFH\RX¶OONQRZ\RX¶UHHQWHULQJD DAY 4 Today we are accompanied by a local guide and travel special place. Special enough, in fact, that the producers by causeway to the Island of Eriskay then board the RI2XWODQGHUUHFHQWO\XVHGWKH&DVWOHIRU¿OPLQJWKHLU ferry to the Isle of Barra returning in the evening to the second series! Dark Island Hotel. DAY 5 We catch the morning ferry from Lochmaddy to Uig before continuing south through the Isle of Skye to Armadale then crossing back to the mainland at Mallaig. We travel the “Road to the Isles” to the )RUW:LOOLDPDUHDIRURXU¿QDOQLJKW DAY 6 After some free time in Fort William we head home.

18 www.aberfeldycoachess.comcom A Highland Ayrshire, Bute Hoolie and Arran

Based in the seaside town of Dornoch, 40 miles north of Inverness Ayrshire consists of 80 miles of unspoiled coastal scenery with and surrounded by magnificent Highland landscapes. A holiday access to the Isles of Arran and Bute. Steeped in history, it is designed to capture all the great things that make this area so more recently associated with the poet Robert Burns, who was so popular. inspired by the Ayrshire landscapes. Dornoch Hotel, 3 Star South Beach Hotel, 3 Star Grange Rd, Dornoch IV25 3LF Tel: 01862 810351 South Beach, Troon Tel: 01292 312033 A traditional Highland hotel set within its own grounds in a truly historic corner of the Scottish highlands, affording spectacular The South Beach Hotel is located in a wonderful location close views across the Firth. The hotel is within easy reach of Dornoch to the beach and Royal Troon Golf Club in the seaside town of town centre. Lift. Troon in Ayrshire on Scotland’s west coast. The hotel is a privately owned and family run hotel situated close to the town centre. Monday 12 April 5 Days £345 All rooms have TV, Tea/Coffee Making Facilities. Telephone, Monday 18 October 5 Days £345 Hairdryer. There is no lift but there are a number of ground floor rooms available on request. Single Supplement £60. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Monday 24 May 5 Days £395 What’s Included: Monday 25 October 5 Days £365 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast. Entry to Dunrobin Castle, Single Supplement £60. Insurance £23 Journey on Kyle Line, 2 Drinks Vouchers Per Day, 2 Nights (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Entertainment. What’s Included: 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Ferry Crossings to the Isle of Bute and the Isle of Arran, Entrance to Dumfries House with Tea and Scones.

ITINERARY DAY 1 We leave home and travel north to Dornoch. DAY 2 We trace the North Sea Coastline on our excursion to ITINERARY John O’ Groats and Thurso. We will pay a visit to fairy DAY 1 We make our way to Irvine, stopping at the Riverside tale Dunrobin Castle resembling a French Chateau Museum in Glasgow. Coffee, Tea and Biscuits will be with its towering conical spires, the most northerly of Scotland’s great houses and the largest in the Northern served in the Lounge on arrival. Highlands with 189 rooms. Dunrobin Castle is also one DAY 2 Our excursion today takes us to Wemyss Bay for the of Britain’s oldest continuously inhabited houses dating ferry to the Isle of Bute where we will have some free back to the early 1300s, home to the Earls and later, the time in Rothesay. Dukes of Sutherland. DAY 3 We catch the ferry to the Isle of Arran from Ardrossan. DAY 3 Take your seat on “One of the best railway journeys in We will have an excursion around the Island with some the world” according to Michael Palin. In Kyle the coach free time in Broddick. will be waiting to take you over the bridge to the Isle of Skye where we will have some free time. Returning DAY 4 TodToday we will visit Dumfries House with Tea and over the bridge before crossing The Highlands from the Scones before returning to Troon where we will have west coast to east coast. A long but rewarding day. some free time. DAY 4 Today we have a morning visit to Inverness and the DAY 5 We make our way homeward travelling up the Firth of afternoon free to enjoy Dornoch. Clyde stopping in Largs before continuing our journey DAY 5 We travel homeward. home.

Tel: 01887 820 433 19 Isles of Harris Inclusive and Lewis Loch Lomond

It is said that the Outer Hebrides were formed from the bones A Great package at a well known hotel, offering value for money of a giant who terrorised the western coast of Scotland. He and some inclusions with a difference. was slain by a young man whose bride he had stolen. The land Winnock Hotel, 3 Star formed was blessed with a rare beauty, stunning peaks tumble to still deserted silver beaches, lochs nestle beneath breathtaking The Square, Drymen crags and remain the home of a multitude of wildlife and a Tel 01360 660245 thousand species of wild flowers. What a fantastic location, The Winnock is positioned in a scenic, central location around the green in pretty Drymen just Caladh Inn, 3 Star a couple of miles from stunning Loch Lomond. The hotel has Tel: 01851 702740 been sensitively extended and refurbished but still retains its 11 James St, Stornoway HS1 2QN traditional bars and log fire. No Lift but ground floor rooms may be available. Owned by the same family for over 20 years, the warmest of welcomes awaits at this very friendly hotel, located in the heart Friday 19 March 4 Days £250 of Stornoway. Lift. Sunday 31 October 5 Days £395

Single Supplement £20 Insurance £20 (4 Days) Monday 14 June 4 Days £445 per night £23 (5 Days) Friday 10 September 4 Days £420 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%)

Single Supplement £60. Insurance £20 What’s Included: (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) 3/4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Welcome Drink with What’s Included: Management on the 1st Night, Glass of Wine Each Evening, Tea/ Coffee after Dinner, Packed Lunch, Free Bar Between 1930 hrs 3 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Return Ferry Crossing to and 2230 hrs each Night (selected brands). Entertainment on Stornoway. 3 Evenings - Scottish Show on 1 night, Live Music on 1 night, Two Days Guided Tours. Soup and Sandwich lunch in Inverness Scottish Weaponry Display on 1 night with Swords, Kilts and on Day 1. Storytelling.

ITINERARY ITINERARY DAY 1 We make our way to Drymen. DAY 1 We travel to Inverness for lunch and then to Ullapool to DAY 2 We tour the shores of Loch Lomond, taking in the catch the late afternoon ferry to Stornoway, arriving in spectacular scenery and have a stop at Loch Lomond our hotel in time for dinner. Shores in Balloch, Scotland’s most spectacular visitor destination combining the beautiful environment DAY 2 Today we enjoy a guided tour of the island’s fantastic with an outstanding mixture of leisure and shopping scenery. Lewis is the largest and most populated of the experiences overlooking the majesty of Loch Lomond. Western Isles although it remains refreshingly unspoilt. We will visit the famous Callanish Stones which rank DAY 3 Our excursion today rakes us to the Trossachs and only second to Stonehenge, the Black House at Arnol Loch Katrine. We travel through the Trossachs and and Shawbost. then make a short stop in Aberfoyle before continuing DAY 3 Our guided excursion today takes us round Harris, on to Loch Katrine which over the years has won the known for its sandy beaches like Luskentyre and heart of many visitors. Scarista on the west coast and for rugged mountains DAY 4 (5 Day Tour only) Today our excursion takes us to in the North. The Isle of Harris is linked by road to the Helensburgh, a handsome Victorian holiday resort Isle of Lewis and the drive passes some of the most situated in between the River Clyde, Gare Loch and dramatic coastal scenery in the UK. Loch Lomond, we then continue on to Glasgow for DAY 4 We will have the morning free in Stornoway, time to some free time before returning to The Winnock for our stock up on the best Black Pudding! We then catch last night. the afternoon ferry back to Ullapool and make our way DAY 5 We leave Loch Lomond and travel home. homeward. Arriving home late evening.

Under the terms of the Licensing Scotland Act 2005, the supply of alocholic drinks in the Inclusive package is not unlimited. 20 www.aberfeldycoachess.comcom Uncover Shetland – Orkney’s Island of the Ancient Secrets Vikings Ruggedly handsome and wonderfully secluded – Shetland Gliding past wonderful Highland scenery we reach Scotland’s boasts a landscape quite unlike anywhere else in the world, with North coast, beyond which lies The Orkneys, an ancient cluster huge cliffs, unspoilt coastline and an abundance of wildlife. Here of islands brimming with history and island scenery. With the is a once in a lifetime chance to holiday on an Island quite unlike services of a local guide, we discover ancient civilisations, world anywhere else in the UK. famous archaeology and bountiful wildlife from our base in the island’s capital, Kirkwall. Shetland Hotel, 3 Star Kirkwall Hotel, 3 Star Lerwick Tel: 01595 695515 Orkney The hotel is in a lovely location overlooking the bay, only a few minutes walk into the centre of town. Lift. Tel: 01856 872232 Perfectly situated in the town centre on the picturesque harbour Wednesday 9 June 5 Days £790 front, this family owned and operated hotel assures guests a Wednesday 15 September 5 Days £790 proper island welcome. Lift. Single Supplement £213. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Sunday 11 July 4 Days £505 Please note Photo ID is required on ship.

Single Supplement £86. Insurance £20 What’s Included: (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Return Overnight Cruise from Aberdeen to Lerwick in Level Berth Cabins, Entry to all attractions What’s Included: as shown in Itinerary, Three Days with Local Shetland Guide. 3 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Return Ferry Crossing from Scrabster – Stromness, Orkney Guided Tour, Entrance to Italian ITINERARY Chapel, Entrance to Skara Brae. DAY 1 We make our way to Aberdeen to board our overnight sailing to Lerwick to enjoy dinner on boards and comfortable en-suite twin berth cabins. DAY 2 After breakfast on board, we will meet our local experienced guide for a tour of the North Isles – Yell and Unst. Photo stop at the vast Sullom Voe Oil Terminal then the short ferry crossing to Yell, with entry to the Old Haa Museum. We then board the short ferry to Unst, with many beautiful beaches and home for decades to the RAF. Light lunch included. See Muckle Flugga – the most northern tip of the UK then Skidbladner – a replica Viking Long Ship. We check in to our hotel around 6pm. DAY 3 Coast tour today towards Sumburgh Head RSPB Reserve, stopping at probably the best Beach on Shetland – Rerwick. View cliff scenery, golden beaches and seabird colonies. Afterwards to Jarlsof archaeological site – one of Europe’s largest spanning over 5000 years. After lunch we have a photo stop of Shetland Ponies in the Tingwall Valley before arriving in Scalloway with its 15th century castle dominating the ITINERARY skyline. We visit the museum displaying local island exhibitions and local history. DAY 1 We leave home and travel to our overnight hotel in DAY 4 Today we go to Voe and Brae and the Drongs – a Thurso. spectacular series of sea stacks. Entry Tangwick DAY 2 Our day begins by making our way to Scrabster for the Haa Museum. After lunch we have a guided tour of morning ferry across the Pentland Firth to Stromness, Shetland Jewellery Workshop. Free time in Lerwick via arriving 90 minutes later. We take a tour along the Wormadale Viewpoint, before we board our ship for our shoreline of Scapa Flow before checking in to our hotel overnight sailing to Aberdeen. in Kirkwall, our base for the next two nights. DAY 5 After breakfast, we disembark and head homeward. DAY 3 Your local guide will meet you at the hotel for a Please note this Itinerary may be subject to change. memorable day out. As the day unfolds, the island’s Neolithic ancestry is evident as many ancient monuments, stone circles, settlements and tombs are visited and is a testament to it’s UNESCO World Heritage status. The tour includes a scenic circular tour of the island visiting most of the main sites including 5000 year old Skara Brae, Churchill Barriers, Ring of Brodgar, Stennes Standing Stone and Italian Chapel. Along the way, listen to the tales of Viking intruders, wartime exploits and immerse yourself in Orkney’s rich maritime heritage. DAY 4 We catch the morning ferry back to the mainland, heading south to Inverness and then home.

Tel: 01887 820 433 21 Thurso, Orkney “Chilled” In & The Castle The Trossachs of Mey

Thurso is the most northerly town on the Scottish mainland. It Based in the heart of the Trossachs and near to Loch Lomond, is situated at the mouth of the River Thurso and is an excellent an ideal Spring break away. base for touring the north and visiting Orkney. North Hotels, Station Hotel Rob Roy Hotel 2 Star & St Clair Hotel Aberfoyle Tel: 01877 382245 It is situated in an idyllic location on the edge of Aberfoyle and Sinclair Street, Thurso the emphasis is on friendly staff, good entertainment and fine Tel: 01847 896481 food. Both hotels are situated in the centre of Thurso with its good range of shops, bars and resturants.

Monday 14 June 5 Days £470 Monday 26 July 5 Days £470 Monday 6 September 5 Days £450

Single Supplement £44. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%)

What’s Included: 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Entrance to Castle of Mey. Full day Orkney excursion with John O’ Groats ferries.

Monday 1 March 5 Days £235 No Single Supplement Insurance £23 ITINERARY (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) DAY 1 We depart from home and travel to Thurso. What’s Included: DAY 2 We make a visit to the Castle of Mey, holiday home 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Wine with Dinner on one of the Queen Mother, falling for its isolated charm and hearing it was to be abandoned, she decided to save it. evening, Two Nights Entertainment, Entry to Stirling Castle, The Queen Mother renovated and restored it, creating Boat Trip on the Falkirk Wheel and visit to the Kelpies. the beautiful gardens you see today. For almost half a century she spent many happy summers here and shorter visits at other times of the year. We then travel to John O’ Groats and Wick before returning to Thurso. ITINERARY DAY 3 We board our ferry at John o’ Groats. After the short DAY 1 We leave home and travel to Aberfoyle to be met with a 40 minute crossing, your local coach and guide will be warm welcome. ready to drive you across the Churchill Barriers, along the northern coast of Scapa Flow with beautiful views DAY 2 Today we will have an excursion to Loch Lomond, across the water. We will visit Stormness and have stopping at Lomond Shores Visitor Centre then on to time to walk through the winding main street and may Inverary. visit the museum featuring Orkney’s whaling history. DAY 3 Our excursion today takes us to Stirling Castle and No visit to Orkney would be complete without visiting afterwards we will have a boat trip on the Falkirk Wheel Skara Brae hidden under sand dunes for thousands of and visit the Kelpies before making our way back to years (entrance not included). A two hour stop will be Aberfoyle. made in Kirkwall before returning back to Thurso. DAY 4 No visit to Aberfoyle would be complete without DAY 4 Our excursion today takes us along the dramatic north visiting Callander and The Trossachs and enjoy the coast to Tongue. spectacular scenery of the area. DAY 5 We depart Thurso and travel homeward. DAY 5 We travel homeward.

22 www.aberfeldycoachess.comcom Blackpool Chester

One of the most popular resorts in Britain, Blackpool has Awash with history and heritage and famous for its unforgettable something to suit all tastes, famous for its Tower, three piers and half-timbered buildings, Chester has a gentle medieval air. From spectacular ballroom, Blackpool has an enduring appeal to all the cobbled paths to the cathedral spire, Chester offers buildings ages. Embrace the sea air and return home with a spring in of every era, each carefully restored to retain the old world your step. backdrop to the modern day bustle of vibrant city life. Chester is 3 Star home to the unique 13th Century “Rows”, half-timbered galleried Carousel Hotel, shops, the largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain and a glorious 663 - 671 New S Promenade, Blackpool FY4 1RN cathedral. Tel: 01253 402642 The friendly, modern 3 Star Carousel Hotel is located on the Queen Hotel, 4 Star Blackpool South Promenade within walking distance of Black- City Road, Chester pool Pleasure Beach and directly opposite a tram stop. The Tel: 01244 305000 hotel offers a large dance floor, a film/games room and regular live entertainment. Lift It doesn’t get any better than this: luxury, style, outstanding service and huge personality, all to ensure an extra special stay. Saturday 3 July 7 Days £540 The Queen Hotel is perfectly placed in Chester’s city centre. Monday 6 September 5 Days £340 Though the hotel is attached to the mainline railway station and just five minutes from the Cathedral and central shopping Monday 18 October 5 Days £340 area, you’ll have the opportunity to escape the modern pace Monday 15 November 5 Days See P35 in the secluded Italian terrace gardens! Offering first class (Turkey & Tinsel) accommodation including Fitness Suite, Lift. Single Supplement £48 (4 nights) £35 (6 nights). Monday 5 April 5 Days £365 Insurance £26 (7 Days) £23 (5 Days) (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Monday 12 July 5 Days £410 What’s Included: Monday 23 August 5 Days £410 4/6 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Cruise on Lake Windermere. Monday 25 October 5 Days £375 Monday 6 December 5 Days £330 (Christmas Markets) see page 36. ITINERARY Single Supplement £80. Insurance £23 DAY 1 We leave home and travel south to Blackpool. (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) DAY 2 We have a free day to enjoy some of the very many attractions in the town including the sensational What’s Included: Blackpool Tower Ballroom, the famous Winter Gardens, Sea Life Blackpool, Madame Tussauds. Or stroll 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast. Guided tour of Chester. around Stanley Park, along the prom and piers and of Entry to Powys Castle. course, ride along the prom on one of the famous trams (not included). DAY 3 Today we visit Bury Market and have an evening excursion through the lights (September/October only). DAY 4 Today we travel to the Lake District where we enjoy a cruise from Bowness to Lakeside. Relax and enjoy the stunning views of mountain scenery and wooded islands from our pleasure boat steamer. We disembark and spend time at leisure in Windermere. DAY 5 We return home or on the 7 Day holiday, we have an excursion to Southport. DAY 6 A free day. DAY 7 We return home.

ITINERARY DAY 1 We travel to Chester to arrive in time to settle in before dinner. DAY 2 This morning we start off with a tour of Chester accompanied by a local guide with the afternoon free to explore at your leisure. DAY 3 At leisure to explore the many varied attractions Chester has to offer. DAY 4 Today we have an excursion to Llangollen for some free time before visiting Powys Castle. DAY 5 We return home.

Tel: 01887 820 433 23 The Cream Discover of Cornwall Durham

For this tour we will taste the best of Cornwall’s attractions, from The city of Durham is one of the finest culture, heritage and the miles of golden beaches, the quaint fishing villages, dramatic tourism cities in Britain and has arguably the most beautiful cliffs and coastline, to the beautiful moorland and countryside. Romanesque Cathedral in England, positioned next to Durham We will also visit the fabulous Eden Project and one of the Castle, forming an impressive city panorama. Durham is a most popular Botanical Gardens in the UK, the Lost Gardens of compact city so can be easily explored at leisure. Heligan. Redworth Hall Hotel, 4 Star Rosemundy House Hotel, 3 Star :\Y[LLZ9K5L^[VU(`JSPɈL St Agnes, Cornwall TR5 0UF Tel 01388 770600 Tel: 01872 552101 The Redworth Hall Hotel is a magnificent Jacobean country house surrounded by landscaped gardens and enchanting A beautiful family hotel run by the Faulkner family, this elegant woodland. Lift. Leisure Facilities including indoor pool, gym, Georgian residence dates back to the 18th century and was sauna, steam room, solarium, beauty treatment rooms. Tennis opened as an Hotel in May 1967. All rooms are centrally heated Court, Croquet Lawn. and have TV, telephones, Hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. 45ft outdoor, heated swimming pool, croquet and putting Monday 31 May 5 Days £410 in grounds. The Hotel is set in over four acres of private secluded Monday 2 August 5 Days £440 gardens and woodland and is within easy walking distance of the Monday 20 September 5 Days £420 quaint and unspoilt coastal village of St Agnes and less than a mile from the beach at Trevaunance Cove. Friday 26 November 4 Days £295 Christmas at Durham & Beamish Please see page 36. Saturday 8 May 9 Days £730 Single Supplement £100. Insurance £23 (5 Days) £20 (4 Days) Saturday 17 July 9 Days £790 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Saturday 2 October 9 Days £720 What’s Included: Single Supplement £30. Insurance £29 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Entrance to The Bowes (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Museum, Entrance to Beamish Museum.

What’s Included: ITINERARY 8 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Entrance to the Eden Project DAY 1 We travel to Durham to arrive in time to settle in before and Entrance to the Lost Gardens of Heligan. dinner. DAY 2 Today the driver will drop you in Durham for a day ITINERARY at leisure, you are free to discover the captivating medieval city of Durham, a wonderful place to explore DAY 1 We leave our chosen pick up point and travel to our with ancient winding streets packed with history, culture overnight stop in the North of England in time for and stunning architecture. dinner. DAY 3 We travel to Barnard Castle and visit the Bowes DAY 2 After breakfast, we travel to Cornwall to arrive at our Museum – a French chateau in a northern landscape hotel in plenty time to unpack and relax for a while and one of the country’s most fascinating museum before dinner. experiences, it contains the greatest collection of DAY 3 A day at leisure to enjoy St Agnes. The town church (XURSHDQ¿QHDQGGHFRUDWLYHDUWVLQWKH1RUWK is worth a visit to see its unusual poor box. St Agnes DAY 4 Today we head for Beamish, where past meets boasts many cafés, restaurants, craft shops and present, stroll around the shops and houses of the galleries and makes a wonderful base for your holiday, Edwardian Town, enjoy the huge range of attractions also offering four varied beaches, dramatic coastal and talk to the dentist, school teacher, miners etc. etc. walks and breathtaking scenery, or simply enjoy the DAY 5 We bid farewell to Durham and travel home. beautiful grounds at the Rosemundy. DAY 4 Today our excursion takes us to the Eden Project, boasting the world’s largest greenhouse and plants which are collected from all around the world housed in gigantic domes. This will involve a considerable amount of walking – comfortable shoes are a must. DAY 5 Our excursion today takes us to Land’s End and returning via the Atlantic Coast and St Ives. DAY 6 We visit the Lost Gardens of Heligan today, asleep for more than 70 years until 1991 when work started on restoration and the gardens are now back to their former glory. We also visit Mevagissey, a beautiful Cornish fishing village. DAY 7 A day at leisure DAY 8 We bid farewell to Cornwall and travel to the North of England area for dinner and our overnight stop. DAY 9 After breakfast we leave for home.

24 www.aberfeldycoachess.comcom English Riviera Folkestone Winter and Spring Breaks

Enjoy the mild climate of Devon and the warm hospitality offered Known as the Garden of England for its abundant flower on this early break. Babbacombe is set in beautiful Babbacombe meadows, orchards and hop fields combined with Kent’s 350 Bay, the beach and cliffs are right on the doorstep and situated glorious miles of coastline, the world’s most famous white cliffs on the South West Coast Path. Babbacombe boasts a number and vast sandy beaches all make for an ideal destination for our of great tourist attractions to visit including the Cliff Railway, tour. Babbacombe Model Village and Bygones Museum which are only a short walk away. Babbacombe Theatre is just up the road, Best Western Plus Burlington Hotel, Babbacombe itself is full of lovely shops, restaurants and cafés 4 Star and St. Marychurch pedestrianised shopping precinct is only a 3-5 Earls Ave, Folkestone Tel: 01303 255301 few hundred yards away, so there’s plenty to do. This stylish Victorian Hotel has a superb location in a pleasant area close to the seafront. Lift. Hotel De Lar Mer 16 Babbacombe Rd, Torquay TQ1 3SJ Saturday 26 June 8 Days £745 Tel: 01803 327353 Single Supplement £105. Insurance £28 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) A warm family welcome awaits you at the Hotel De La Mer, with customer satisfaction assured. Hotel De La Mer has been owned What’s Included: and run by the Tillen family for over 40 years - since 1976. They 7 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Steam Train Journey with pride themselves on giving a great holiday experience. No lift but Ploughman’s Lunch, Entrance to Leeds Castle and Gardens. there are some ground floor rooms.

Sunday 21 February 7 Days £320 ITINERARY Saturday 10 April 9 Days £620 DAY 1 We leave Scotland and travel to the North of England Single Supplement £30. Insurance £26 (7 Days), £29 (9 Days) for our overnight stay. (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) DAY 2 After breakfast, we head South East and make our way WRWKHKRWHOLQ)RONHVWRQHRXUEDVHIRUWKHQH[W¿YH What’s Included: nights. 6/8 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, On nine day holiday DAY 3 A day at leisure to enjoy the many delights of Dartmouth Steam Railway and River Cruise. Folkestone, the town overlooks the English Channel and is just seven miles west of Dover. Things to do in Folkestone are plentiful and includes spending time in ITINERARY seafront amusement arcades and pavilions, taking a refreshing stroll along the wide promenade, or dining DAY 1 We travel south to our overnight hotel in the North of in a restaurant or café in the town’s trendy Creative England. Quarter, or why not board Eurotunnel and take a trip to DAY 2 We set off after breakfast to Babbacombe arriving in France! plenty of time to unpack before dinner. DAY 4 This morning we visit Leeds Castle and Gardens “ the DAY 3 At leisure today to enjoy the delights of Babbacombe or loveliest castle in the world”. This elegant 12th century take a bus into Torquay. castle rises majestically from the waters of its moat and is surrounded by 500 acres of interesting parkland and DAY 4 We travel round Torbay to the fishing port of Brixham gardens. In the afternoon we visit the atmospheric city and the seaside town of Paignton. of Canterbury, where the skyline is dominated by the DAY 5 Today we visit Totnes and Buckfast Abbey, home to a stunning Cathedral, the oldest in England. community of Benedictine monks. DAY 5 Visit Tenterden this morning with some free time DAY 6 On seven day holiday, we make our way north from followed by a return steam railway to Bodiam on the Devon to our overnight stay in the North of England. Kent and Sussex Railway while enjoying a Ploughman’s On nine day holiday we make a visit to Dartmouth Lunch after which we have a little time to explore Steam Railway & River Boat Company, hop aboard a Tenterden before returning to Folkestone. steam train at Queens Park Station, Paignton, for a 30 DAY 6 We spend today in Hastings’ Old Town, home to the minute journey to Kingswear, with breathtaking views WRZQ¶VVWLOOZRUNLQJ¿VKLQJÀHHWDQGKLVWRULF¿VKHUPHQ¶V of the coastline and countryside along the way. Once net huts, little museums, two funicular lifts, miniature in Kingswear, cross the River Dart on foot passenger railway, lifeboat station and pirates! From here, we ferry to Dartmouth and enjoy a 1 hour circular river travel to the historic port town of Rye where we have cruise, passing fantastic scenery including Kingswear free time. & Dartmouth Castles, Dittisham village, Britannia Royal DAY 7 After an interesting few days in Kent and Sussex, we Naval College and Greenway House – once the home make our way north to spend our last night at our hotel of Agatha Christie. in the North of England. DAY 7 On seven day holiday, today is the day we arrive DAY 8 After breakfast, we return home. home. On nine day holiday we have a day at leisure in Babbacombe. DAY 8 We leave Devon and make our way back north to our overnight hotel. DAY 9 We arrive home.

Tel: 01887 820 433 25 Harrogate & Isle of Man The Yorkshire Douglas Dales

The historic spa town of Harrogate has magnificent Victorian The Isle of Man is a very popular tourist area, the climate is mild buildings, colourful banks of flowers, broad tree-lined boulevards due to the Gulf Stream and even in winter palm trees flourish. and wide open spaces. With over 500 miles of roads and a 40mph speed restriction for coaches, this will be a relaxing holiday. Douglas is the island’s The Old Swan Hotel, 4 Star capital overlooking Douglas Bay, a one and a half mile stroll Swan Road, Harrogate may be enjoyed along the seafront promenades – the unique horsedrawn tram cars provide a more leisurely alternative. Tel: 08446 932 964 The Old Swan is one of the most famous hotels in Harrogate, Yorkshire, with a history going back nearly 200 years. Surrounded by picturesque lawns and gardens, and just a short walk from the town centre and the Harrogate International Centre, it combines Victorian splendour with contemporary luxury. Lift.

Monday 5 April 5 Days £410 Monday 5 July 5 Days £445 Sunday 26 September 5 Days £430 Rutland Hotel, 3 Star Single Supplement £12. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Queens Promenade, Douglas Tel: 01624 621218 This modern hotel enjoys stunning views over Douglas Bay. Lift What’s Included: 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, North Yorkshire Moors Saturday 26 June 6 Days £595 Railway Journey Saturday 11 September 6 Days £595 Single Supplement £75. Insurance £24 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) What’s Included: 5 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast. Return Ferry Crossing between Heysham and Douglas.

ITINERARY DAY 1 Travel to Northern England for our overnight stop. DAY 2 After breakfast, we make our way to Heysham for our ferry to Douglas (approximately three and three quarter hours). DAY 3 Today we have a full day excursion taking in Peel on the west coast of the Island before heading north to Kirk Michael from where we follow the coast to Laxey ITINERARY where we see ‘‘Lady Isabella’’– the world’s largest working waterwheel. If time permits, you may wish to DAY 1 We travel down to Harrogate to arrive in time to unpack take a train journey up the islands highest mountain before dinner. (not included) – Snaefell. Return to Douglas in time for DAY 2 We travel on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway today, dinner. we make our way to Pickering and travel to Grosmont DAY 4 Yesterday the north, today the south. Visiting along the wonderful scenic route. We will follow that Castletown, Port St Mary, Port Erin and the Cregnesh with a visit to the historic coastal town on Whitby, with Folk Museum – see life as it was at the turn of the its famous cliff top Abbey. century. DAY 3 Our excursion today takes us to the Yorkshire DAY 5 At leisure today to explore Douglas. Dales National Park, visiting Grassington,which has everything that comes to mind when you imagine DAY 6 We return home. a typical village: stunning views, beautiful stone buildings, quirky shops and friendly pubs. Then on to the market town of Skipton known as the Gateway to the Dales. DAY 4 Today you are free to explore the spa town of +DUURJDWHUHQRZQHGIRULWVÀRUDOEHDXW\ZLWKLWV Victorian Pump Room, Royal Baths, curiosity shops and beautifully manicured gardens. Afternoon Tea at Betty’s could be a perfect treat. DAY 5 Homeward bound today.

26 www.aberfeldycoachess.comcom Isle of Wight The Lake District We return again to this beautiful island with its excellent climate and mile upon mile of sandy beaches and unspoilt coastline. Located just three miles from the mainland, the minute you step The Lakes have inspired and captivated generations of visitors onto the island, your holiday has begun. Splendid white cliffs, and writers like Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth. sparkling waters, picturesque villages and a host of interesting Charming Lakeland towns, cascading waterfalls, 16 sparkling things to do. Lakes and England’s highest mountains have made the Lakes the most scenic and best loved region in England. On this Trouville Hotel, 3 Star carefully balanced Lakeland tour, each day is distinctly different 10-16 Esplanade, Sandown Tel 01983 402141 – Enjoy. Situated centrally on Sandown’s seafront opposite the golden Newby Bridge Hotel, 3 Star beach with panoramic views over the sweep of Sandown and Shanklin Bay. The Trouville is the ideal place to relax in the Isle Newby Bridge, Ulverston Tel 01539 531222 of Wight. Lift. Set in lovely landscaped gardens at the south end of Lake Windermere, this hotel is a relaxing and welcoming place to visit. Saturday 8 May 8 Days £630 The roaring log fires, leisure facilities and moreish food help to Saturday 28 August 9 Days £765 ensure an enjoyable stay. Swimming Pool. Spa Pool, Gym and Steam Room. There is no Lift but there are some ground floor Single Supplement £30. Insurance £28 (8 days) £29 (9 days) rooms. (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) What’s Included: Monday 10 May 5 Days £450 7/8 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, return ferry crossing from Sunday 11 July 5 Days £490 Portsmouth. Visit to Osborne House. Sunday 19 September 5 Days £450 Single Supplement £88. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) What’s Included: 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Train Journey from Haverthwaite to Lakeside, entrance to Holker Hall and Gardens, Lake Ullswater Cruise.

ITINERARY ITINERARY DAY 1 We leave home and travel to the North of England for our overnight stop. DAY 1 We travel to the Lake District to arrive late DAY 2 After breakfast we travel to Portsmouth to catch the 45 afternoon minute ferry to the Isle of Wight, arriving at our hotel, late afternoon. DAY 2 Time free in Bowness, the Lakes most popular town on the shore of Lake Windermere. DAY 3 At Leisure Afterwards, we proceed over Kirkstone Pass DAY 4 The day begins with a visit to the traditional seaside – the highest road in the Lakes to Glenridding. resort of Sandown, before continuing to Ryde with its pier almost half a mile long. In the afternoon, we visit We board the steamer for a one hour cruise Queen Victoria’s favourite country home – Osborne on beautiful Lake Ullswater with time for House, unchanged for over a century. refreshments at Pooley Bridge. The day DAY 5 Today’s tour begins in the Victorian Spa resort of continues through picturesque Lakeland Fells Ventnor before continuing to Freshwater Bay. At the visiting Grasmere. western most point of the island are The Needles and nearby is Alum Bay, home of the famous coloured sand. DAY 3 First stop is Haverthwaite Steam Railway for a Before returning to Shanklin, we visit Godshill, a popular 20 minute journey through picturesque Leven thatched village of “Chocolate Box” prettiness. Valley to Lake Windermere. Rejoin the coach DAY 6 Our excursion today takes us to Cowes, a renowned and take in beautiful Lakeland scenery as the day yachting centre and home of World Yachting. It has continues to the famous Holker Hall and Gardens played host to some of the greatest international sailing – regarded as one of the best stately homes events and has a sailing history second to none. We in Britain. We spend most of the afternoon at then visit Newport, the island’s capital in the afternoon. Holker exploring the house and strolling the DAY 7 On 8 day holiday, we leave Shanklin and make our way to the ferry for our crossing to Portsmouth. We then Lakeland Gardens. travel back to the North of England for our overnight DAY 4 We make our way to Kendal with some free time stay. ON 9 DAY holiday we have a day at leisure to before travelling to Bowness for some free time relax. to enjoy this Lakeside Village. Enjoy a stroll along DAY 8 On 8 day holiday we travel home. ON 9 DAY holiday we the lakeside or browse the many independent leave Shanklin and make our way back to our overnight and interesting shops. hotel in the North of England. DAY 9 We travel homeward. DAY 5 We return home.

Tel: 01887 820 433 27 Lakeland Lincolnshire House Party Landscapes

Our base for this tour is at Penrith, with the Lake DDistrictistrict nearby Lincoln’s Cathedral rises from the landscape to welcome visitors and the Yorkshire Dales within easy reach, we can see the best of to the city. History abounds in the Cathedral Quarter where the North of England. the ancient castle still stands guard over a rich culture. In the surrounding countryside, there’s a wealth of castles and stately Shap Wells Hotel, 3 Star residences, some of the most incredible architecture you’ll see Shap, Penrith CA10 3QU Tel: 01931 716628 anywhere in England. The eclectic and charming mix of heritage against a modern city atmosphere makes Lincoln an accessible Ideally situated on the edge of the Lakes and Dales and in open and inviting alternative UK city break destination with an array of countryside with all rooms having open views. Lift. shopping and sightseeing options. Monday 5 April 5 Days £310 Best Western Plus Bentley Hotel, Single Supplement £80. Insurance £23 Leisure Club And Spa, 4 Star (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Newark Road, South Hykeham, Lincoln What’s Included: Tel: 0333 003 4062 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Single Steam Railway The Bentley Hotel & Spa is privately owned, and located on the Journey from Haverthwaite to Lakeside, Entry to Wensleydale outskirts of Lincoln. It has a fully equipped gym, indoor swimming Experience, Two Nights Entertainment. pool and state of the art Spa that includes a jacuzzi, sauna and steam room. Lift. Sunday 16 May 6 Days £520 Sunday 8 August 6 Days £540 Sunday 19 September 6 Days £520 Single Supplement £50. Insurance £24 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) What’s Included: 5 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast.

ITINERARY DAY 1 :HWUDYHOVRXWKWR/LQFROQDQGRXUEDVHIRUWKHQH[W¿YH nights. DAY 2 We have a day at Leisure today, why not take advantage of the extensive leisure facilities in the hotel or hop on a bus into Lincoln city centre, (only 5 minutes away). DAY 3 Today’s excursion takes us along the East Coast visiting the popular sea-side resorts of Mablethorpe and Skegness. DAY 4 Our excursion today takes us to the town of Boston to meander around the market which is one of the biggest ITINERARY in the country with over 120 stalls offering a diverse and attractive range of goods, services and fresh local DAY 1 We make our way to Shap and our base for the next produce. four nights. DAY 5 We have a visit to Spalding today, a warm and DAY 2 Enjoy a one-way steam train journey through charming Georgian town in the Lincolnshire Fens. The the beautiful Leven Valley on the Lakeside and town stands astride the banks of the River Welland, Haverthwaite Railway. Rejoin the coach and visit in an area of reclaimed marshland. It is here that bulb Bowness, popular all year round, savouring the growers and market gardeners raise outstanding crops atmosphere and the town’s delightful setting. We will in its legendary rich fertile soil. Returning to Lincoln return via the historic market town of Kendal. with some free time in the afternoon. DAY 3 We have a circular tour through the picturesque DAY 6 We leave Lincoln and return home. Yorkshire Dales with a photo opportunity at the famous Ribblehead Viaduct en route to the lovely town of Hawes, and to the Wensleydale Creamery, home of the famous crumbly Yorkshire Wensleydale cheese and a popular Visitor Centre. Here we will make a visit and learn about the history of this Yorkshire delicacy. DAY 4 Our excursion today takes us to Keswick, north of Derwent Lake and then on to the town of Carlisle for some free time. DAY 5 We return home.

28 www.aberfeldycoachess.comcomm Liverpool and Morecambe and Southport The Lakes Explorer

Discover Liverpool’s glorious maritime history, magnificent Look out over the panoramic sweep of Morecambe Bay to architecture, a “Ferry Across the Mersey” and the elegant resort the Lakeland hills beyond. Stroll along the golden sands of of Southport. Morecambe beach, dipping your toe in the bracing sea. Have a coffee or an ice cream in one of the cafés lining the seafront, Mercure Liverpool Atlantic or visit the Eric Morecambe statue which looks out across the Tower Hotel, 4 Star Promenade. Chapel St, Liverpool L3 9AG Tel: 0871 376 9025 Best Western Lothersdale Hotel, 3 Star In the very heart of the city overlooking Liverpool’s world famous 320 – 323 Marine Road, Morecambe Tel: 01524 416404 waterfront and iconic Liver Building. Lift. The Hotel boasts breathtaking views across Morecambe Bay to the Lakeland Fells, an enviable position on Morecambe’s central Monday 26 April 5 Days £410 Promenade, close to Central Pier. Lift. Monday 2 August 5 Days £450 Monday 11 October 5 Days £425 Monday 15 February** 5 Days £220 Single Supplement £100. Insurance £23 Monday 12 April 5 Days £315 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Monday 19 July 5 Days £405 What’s included: Monday 23 August 5 Days £405 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Guided tour of Liverpool, Monday 18 October 5 Days £315 River Explorer Cruise – A Ferry across the Mersey. Friday 3 December* 4 Days £230 ** Winter Warmer ITINERARY * Please see page 36 for full details of Grassington Christmas Market. No Single Supplement. Insurance £23 DAY 1 We leave home and travel to Liverpool, our base for the (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) next four nights. DAY 2 Enjoy a fascinating coach guided tour of Liverpool and marvel at the history, heritage and architecture What’s Included: of this vibrant city. Explore Liverpool, a UNESCO 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Lake Windemere Cruise. World Heritage City with its two cathedrals, an historic waterfront including the Albert Dock, the largest **February date includes 2 nights entertainment. 1 Afternoon Tea. collection of Grade 1 listed buildings in Europe, the Soup and Sandwich Lunch on 1 day. Two excursions but does not PDJQL¿FHQW/LYHU%XLOGLQJDQGRIFRXUVHKRPHRIWKH include Lake Windemere Cruise. Beatles. In the afternoon you will be free to explore as you wish. DAY 3 We enjoy a River Explorer on a Ferry Across the Mersey and see Liverpool’s most iconic sights aboard the world-famous Mersey Ferry. Our 50 minute River Explorer Cruise takes in the best views along the riverside. Guided by expert commentary throughout the 50 minute trip, the River Explorer Cruise offers stunning views of Liverpool’s famous skyline. As you relax and take in the views, you’ll be captivated as the rich and fascinating history the waterfront unfolds before you. In the afternoon we visit the traditional and elegant Victorian seaside town of Southport with its parks, promenade and the UK’s oldest iron pier. Lord Street with its tree lined boulevards, wide pavements and iron canopies, is recognised as one of the most elegant shopping areas in England. There will be free time to explore all that Southport offers. ITINERARY DAY 4 A day at leisure, perhaps spend some time at some of DAY 1 We travel to Morecambe to arrive mid-afternoon. the many attractions Liverpool has to offer. DAY 2 At Leisure to enjoy all the varied sights of Morecambe. DAY 5 Homeward bound. DAY 3 Full day excursion to the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, visiting Skipton, an attractive market town serving a large rural area.Hawes, the “little capital” of Upper Wensleydale, Yorkshire’s highest market town and farming community which lies in the path of the Pennine Way and the historic town Kirby Londsdale, with the opportunity to visit a local market. DAY 4 Our excursion today takes us to the southern Lake District visiting Windermere, Coniston, Ulverston and Grange over Sands and includes a Lake Cruise on Windermere, the largest and most famous stretch of water in the Lake District. DAY 5 Today we return home.

Tel: 01887 820 433 29 MUSIC, LAUGHTER, SHOWS AND DANCING (Where Every Night is Different) Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel, 4 Star Alvaston Hall, Bodelwyddan, Denbighshire, North Wales 4 Star Tel 01745 585088 Middlewich Road, Crewe, This is a Grade II listed Victorian building near the North Wales coast, Nantwich not far from Snowdonia. Set within the grounds of a romantic castle, Tel 01270 624341 but with all the amenities of a modern Hotel, including a superb range of leisure facilities, numerous daily activities, and nightly live A grand country house in the entertainment. The hotel was given a £6 million renovation and glorious Cheshire countryside. awarded a 4* AA award. Indoor Heated Swimming Pool and Spa. A Grade II listed Victorian property, Alvaston Hall is the perfect place to relax. Facilities include a 9 hole Golf Course, Spa and Beauty treatments, a great range of entertainment, including an impressive cabaret restaurant.

Monday 16 August 5 Days £470 No Single Supplement. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) What’s Included: 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Two Excursions including Chester and Shrewsbury.

Nidd Hall, 4 Star Monday 22 March 5 Days £340 Harrogate, North Yorkshire Tel 01423 771598 Monday 9 August 5 Days £485 A Grade 11 listed mansion set in the Yorkshire countryside, built in Monday 25 October 5 Days £395 the 18th century by a wealthy Bradford wool merchant, Nidd is a potpourri of architectural styles. Rumour has it that Edward VIII met No Single Supplement. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Wallis Simpson at a party here – and it has maintained the tradition by giving guests a party every night with first class live music, comedy What’s Included: and dancing. Nidd is set in 45 acres with award winning gardens. You can cast a rod on our fishing lake or, from some of the rooms, cast 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Two Excursions including your eyes over the spectacular Yorkshire countryside. Indoor Heated Betwys-y-Coed and Chester. Swimming Pool, Sauna and Spa.

Monday 19 April 5 Days £430 *Monday 22 November 5 Days £430 No Single Supplement. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) What’s Included: 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Two excursions including York and the Yorkshire Dales. *Turkey & Tinsel (see page 35).

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30 www.aberfeldycoachess.comcom The Golden Chatsworth Sands Of and The Peak Norfolk District

With miles of golden sands and a ggreatreat rrangeange ooff aattractions,ttraactions, tthehe This tour includes many highlights of the picturesque Peak seaside resort of Great Yarmouth is always a popular choice, our District. The area is renowned for its scenery, country houses tour features a steam train journey, Broads cruise and, of course, and quaint towns. Walkers, climbers and cavers have long the beautiful beaches of Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft. been attracted by the rolling hills, moors and caverns. Our tour Prom Hotel, 3 Star includes some wonderful excursions, including the ever popular Chatsworth House. 74-77 Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth Tel: 01493 84230 4LYJ\YL:OLɉLSK2LU^VVK This beautifully maintained family run, seaside hotel is situated on Great Yarmouth’s golden mile and is a short walk from the Hall Hotel and Spa, 4 Star town centre and peaceful sandy beach. Lift. 2LU^VVK9K:OLɉLSKTel: 0114 258 3811 Saturday 19 June 9 Days £750 Located just one mile from Sheffield city centre and two miles from Saturday 4 September 9 Days £725 the beautiful Peak District, the hotel dates back from the 1860’s and is set in 12 acres of lush parkland with its own lake and idyllic Single Supplement £155. Insurance £29 gardens. Lift. Swimming Pool, Sauna, Steam Room and Gym. (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) What’s Included: Monday 19 April 5 Days £370 Monday 14 June 5 Days £395 8 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Rail Journey and Norfolk Monday 2 August 5 Days £395 Broads Cruise Monday 18 October 5 Days £370 ITINERARY Single Supplement £80. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) DAY 1 We leave home and travel to our overnight hotel in the north of England. What’s Included: DAY 2 We travel south to Great Yarmouth 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Entrance to Chatsworth DAY 3 A day at leisure to stretch our legs with a walk along House, Entrance to Crich Tramway, Entrance to Lyme Park. the promenade or browse the many attractions and shops. ITINERARY DAY 4 This morning we enjoy a 45 minute steam train journey on the Bure Valley Railway through the beautiful Norfolk DAY 1 Travel to Sheffield, our base for four nights. countryside. On arrival in Wroxham, we disembark and DAY 2 Enjoy the highlight of the tour, a visit to Chatsworth take a leisurely 15 minute stroll to Wroxham Bridge, House and Gardens; the magnificent home of the from where we begin the next stage of our journey, a Devonshire family, which has appeared in period 90 minute circular cruise of the Norfolk Broads, arriving dramas. Continue into the Peak District, passing back at Wroxham Bridge at 1.00 pm. We spend the Ladybower Reservoir and the Derwent Dam, where the rest of the afternoon relaxing back in Great Yarmouth. Dam Busters Squadron practiced their manoeuvres DAY 5 Today we have a full day excursion to Norwich, one of during WWII. the most vibrant and attractive cities in Europe. It is DAY 3 Travel to Crich and to the Tramway Village, a lovingly full of stunning historical architecture, with a Norman restored period village that is also home to the National Cathedral and a 12th Century Castle as well as an Tramway Museum. Exhibitions bring to life the history of open-air market, quirky independent shops and the tram and visitors can ride on the restored tramways. restaurants. Other attractions include a workshop and viewing DAY 6 We have a half day excursion to Lowestoft, on the gallery, an old fashioned sweet shop and a restored North Sea Coast and the most easterly point of the UK. public house. Afterwards, continue to the pretty town of A traditional seaside resort, it has wide sandy beaches, Ashbourne. two piers and a number of other tourist attractions. DAY 4 Visit the historic market town of Buxton renowned for its DAY 7 We have a free day to enjoy Great Yarmouth before healing waters and Pavilion Gardens set in 23 acres of starting our journey home. Victorian landscaping. Continue to Lyme Park and step back in time to the Edwardian age - Lyme’s ‘Golden DAY 8 We leave the seaside today and travel north to our Era’. Enjoy the house with its lavish interiors, the overnight stop. beautiful gardens and enchanting lake where a certain DAY 9 Homeward bound today. Mr Darcy appeared in the BBC’s production of Pride and Prejudice. DAY 5 Depart hotel for homeward journey.

Tel: 01887 820 433 31 Shropshire The Pennine and the Explorer Severn Valley

Staying in a fine hotel on the edge off the Pennines,Pennines this holiday Visit Shropshire with its remarkable heritage, a memorable train features two very different journeys through the hills and moors journey, the gourmet town of Ludlow and a lovely river cruise. of North Yorkshire. Reminders of a bygone age when travel was altogether slower, sit back, relax and watch the dramatic Mercure Telford Centre Hotel, 3 Star landscape unfold. Forgegate, Telford Tel 01952 217680 Mercure Dunkenhalgh Hotel A lovely modern hotel, close to Telford Town Centre. Leisure and Spa, 4 Star Facilities. Lift. Blackburn Road, Clayton Le Moors, Lancashire Monday 3 May 5 Days £410 Tel 01254 398021 Monday 23 August 5 Days £425 Set in 17 acres of parkland, the original building dates back 700 Single Supplement £80. Insurance £23 years. While many of the original features have been restored, (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) the bedrooms and leisure facilities are modern and well equipped. Indoor Swimming Pool, Spa. Lift. What’s Included: Monday 24 May 5 Days £425 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Severn River Boat Trip with Monday 26 July 5 Days £435 Tea/Coffee and Biscuits, Severn Valley Railway. Monday 27 September 5 Days £425 No Single Supplement. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) What’s Included: 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Single Journey Settle to Kirkby Stephen, 1 hour canal cruise.Guided tour of Ribble Valley and Pendle Hill

ITINERARY DAY 1 We leave home and travel to Telford and our base for ITINERARY the next four nights. DAY 1 We travel down to the Pennines to arrive in our hotel DAY 2 Today we enjoy a unique and leisurely forty minute in time for dinner. cruise along the famous and very picturesque River Severn loop. Shrewsbury, the birthplace of Charles DAY 2 Our excursion today takes us to Settle to board the famous Carlisle to Settle railway as far as Kirkby 'DUZLQLVDUJXDEO\WKH¿QHVW7XGRUWRZQLQ(QJODQG and is home to an abbey, many black and white half- Stephen before returning through the Yorkshire timbered Tudor buildings and an imposing castle. Tea/ Dales. Coffee and biscuits will be served on board. DAY 3 Today we visit Skipton Market and then we have a one hour cruise including Tea and Coffee (no DAY 3 Full steam ahead for a classic rail journey on the wheelchair access), from Skipton, cruising through Severn Valley Railway between Bridgnorth and the open countryside for the whole of the journey. A Kidderminster. We then head to the historic market truly relaxing way to see the countryside. town of Ludlow with over 500 listed buildings and a castle at its heart for some free time. DAY 4 We have a full day excursion and will be accompanied by a local guide while we tour the DAY 4 We have a day at leisure. Telford Town Centre is close Ribble Valley and Pendle Hill where we will hear the by, enjoy the shopping mall or Telford Town Park. story of the famous Pendle Witches. DAY 5 Our homeward journey. DAY 5 We return home.

32 www.aberfeldycoachess.comcom Stratford Upon Torquay - Avon and the The English Cotswolds Riviera Our Stratford tour features a fantastictic AAuditionudition TTourour aatt tthehe ffamousamous Torquay is ranked by many as the most glamorous and famous of Royal Shakespeare Company, a boat cruise and mighty Warwick all West Country resorts and the town is overflowing with vitality Castle. and places of interest to visit. With its mild climate, sophisticated environment and beautifully varied scenery, set around the Double Tree by Hilton, 4 Star spectacular Torbay, no wonder its popularity has never waned. Arden St, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6QQ The Carlton Hotel, 3 Star Tel 01789 271000 Falkland Road, Torquay Tel: 01803 400300 Enjoying an excellent city centre location, this hotel offers modern A short walk from the seafront and town centre, the Carlton Hotel rooms, a beautiful garden, a fitness room and Lift. is part of hotel group TLH Leisure Resort, boasting four hotels on a single 7 acre site with outstanding leisure and entertainment facilities, including Aztec Falls, a 25 metre indoor pool complex; 4 Saturday 10 July 8 Days £775 rink indoor bowls arena; games centre with snooker, table tennis and Saturday 11 September 8 Days £740 10pin bowling; luxury Aztec Spa; gym and fitness studio. Guests are entitled to 15% off pre-booked individual spa treatments. Top quality Single Supplement £160. Insurance £28 nightly entertainment comes from the talented TLH Entertainment (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Team and the best tribute acts, plus an outstanding choice of daily activities means there’s never a dull moment. The activity What’s Included: programme includes quizzes, social dancing, table tennis and 10 7 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Guided Audition Tour of pin bowling competitions and more. Relax with a drink in one of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Entry to Warwick Castle, Stratford many bars and lounges or the Aztec themed Bistro. A table d’hôte River Cruise. dinner selection with additional à la carte choices is served in the elegant restaurant. Saturday 5 June 8 Days £595 ITINERARY Saturday 2 October 8 Days £570 DAY 1 We leave home and travel to our overnight hotel in the Single Supplement £30. Insurance £28 North of England. (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) DAY 2 After breakfast we travel south to Stratford visiting Worcester en-route. What’s Included: DAY 3 We begin our day with a relaxing 45 minute river cruise 7 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Welcome Drink in Torquay, with an engaging guide who will bring Shakespeare’s Entertainment each evening in Torquay. Stratford to life, before spending some free time in Stratford. In the afternoon, we head for the Royal Shakespeare Company Theatre where we enjoy an Audition Tour, taking a whistle-stop journey through the production cycle of a play, peeking inside the vast Costume Store and trying on some of those used in rehearsals, taking the chance to try out our Shakespeare and seeing how we would fare in an audition, and walking through the gardens hearing stories about the theatre making process. DAY 4 7RGD\ZHVSHQGWLPHDWWKHPDJQL¿FHQW:DUZLFN Castle. With more than 1,000 years of jaw-dropping history the castle’s attractions include a maze, a Time Tower and the Mighty Trebuchet. Behind the castle’s mighty walls, the real heart of the castle can be found ITINERARY in its beautiful grand interiors. Please note, a visit to the DAY 1 We leave home and travel to our overnight stop in the castle involves a fair amount of walking and steps. We North of England. then pay a visit to Royal Leamington Spa set on the winding River Leam. DAY 2 After breakfast, we travel south into Devon and our hotel for the next 5 nights to a Welcome Tea or Coffee. DAY 5 Today is at leisure, enjoy a walk along the Avon, a browse around the shops or take in the many historical DAY 3 W e have a day at leisure to enjoy Torquay or simply relax in the hotel, enjoying the stunning views over Torbay. attractions Stratford has to offer. DAY 4 Our excursion takes us to Brixham, one of Britain’s DAY 6 We travel through the Cotswolds to the beautiful historic EXVLHVW¿VKLQJSRUWV:DQGHUDURXQGWKHPDQ\ villages which have remained unchanged little over the KDUERXUVLGHVKRSVZDWFKWKH¿VKHUPHQXQORDGLQJWKHLU years with thatched cottages, old inns and grand manor catch or take a peek at the work of the artists who gather houses in abundance. at Artist’s Corn. DAY 7 We leave Stratford and make our way to the North of DAY 5 We visit Dartmoor today, one of the largest national parks England for our overnight stay paying a visit to Chester in Britain, we pass towns and villages including Tavistock en-route. and Okehampton. DAY 8 After breakfast, we head homeward. DAY 6 A day at leisure, there is so much to see and do in Torquay and also take advantage of the hotel’s facilities. DAY 7 We sadly leave Torquay and head North to our overnight stay in the North of England. DAY 8 After breakfast, we travel homeward.

Tel: 01887 820 433 33 Welsh Borders Llandudno And Cheshire and North Wales All Inclusive And Turkey And Llandudno is Wales’s largest resort, uniquely situated between the Great and Little Ormes with two wonderful beaches, the Tinsel award winning North Shore and the quiet, sand duned West The wonderful North Wales and Cheshire border awaits on this Shore. Llandudno has kept its Victorian and Edwardian elegance All Inclusive package based at the Beaufort Park Hotel. From and splendour, despite its modern attractions and is an ideal here, you will visit the historic Roman walled city of Chester, the centre for touring Snowdonia and Anglesey. elegant Victorian seaside resort of Llandudno and the picturesque St Kilda Hotel, 3 Star town of Llangollen. Central Promenade, Gloddaeth Cres, Llandudno LL30 2XS Beaufort Park Hotel, 3 Star Tel: 01492 876348 Mold Rd, Buckley, New Brighton, Mold CH7 6RQ Run by the same family for 33 years, the St Kilda offers an Tel: 01352 758646 unrivalled welcome and standard of service. Situated on Independently run hotel close to the market town of Mold. No lift Llandudno seafront, the hotel is only a three minute walk from but there are ground floor bedrooms available on request. the pier and the main shopping street. Lift

Monday 30 August 5 Days £435 Monday 29 March 5 Days £315 (All Inclusive) Single Supplement £20. Insurance £23 Monday 8 November 5 Days £315 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) (Turkey and Tinsel) What’s Included: No Single Supplement. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast. What’s Included: 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, On All Inclusive - Welcome ITINERARY tea/coffee and bara brith, Three drinks vouchers per person, DAY 1 We travel to Llanduduo. per night on selected drinks, Three nights entertainment which could include singers or a choir, and bingo/quiz. On Turkey and DAY 2 At leisure to enjoy Llandudno. Tinsel- Welcome Tea & Coffee served with mince pies, 3 Nights DAY 3 We have a full day excursion to the picturesque Entertainment, Visit from Santa Claus, Pre Dinner Drinks on 2 village of Betwys-y-Coed with its spectacular Evenings location in the heart of Snowdonia National Park before continuing on to Llangolen. DAY 4 Full day excursion to Chester, awash with history ITINERARY and heritage and famous for its half-timbered buildings, Chester has a gentle medieval air. From DAY 1 We travel to Wales today to our base in Mold. the cobbled paths to the cathedral spire, Chester DAY 2 We spend today in the historic city of Chester which offers buildings of every era. It is also home to the has the most complete city walls and largest Roman unique 13th Century “Rows”, half-timbered galleried shops, the largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain Amphitheatre in Britain, plus a 1,000 year old and a glorious cathedral. cathedral and 700 year old unique shopping rows. DAY 5 We travel homeward. DAY 3 Wednesday is market day in Mold, so after breakfast we make the short journey to the town to enjoy a stroll around its popular street market, one of the biggest and best in North Wales, held since 1808! From here, we enjoy a lovely drive via Colwyn Bay to the ‘Queen of Welsh’ resorts, Llandudno, with its wonderful beaches and lovely wide promenade. Take a ride to the top of the Great Orme on the beautifully restored tramway which climbs 1500m and visit the exhibition at the Halfway Station (Not included). DAY 4 Today we visit the ancient Welsh town of Llangollen, a town and community situated on the River Dee at the edge of the Berwyn range and the Dee Valley Way. From there we travel to Betws-y-Coed a charming little village set amongst the hills of Snowdonia. DAY 5 We return home today.

34 www.aberfeldycoachess.com.ccomm omঞm;m|-Ѵ _ubv|l-v-uh;|v Turkey & Tinsel Popular in Europe since the Middle Ages, Christmas Markets remain a huge attraction. This year we will be visiting two of the most popular destinations. Our Ferry Crossing will be from Hull to Rotterdam, dinner and breakfast are included as are lower berth outside cabins. Dinner and breakfast are also included during your stay at the Hotels. Welsh Borders Three Countries Christmas Markets Beaufort Hotel, 3 Star (see page 34). Experience the fairy-tale setting of the Valkenburg Christmas Market Our Turkey and Tinsel programme starts off with welcome tea with its distinctive illuminated caves and passageways and visit other or coffee served with mince pies while your luggage is taken to nearby and excellent Christmas Markets in Valkenburg, Maastricht and your room. A full Welsh Breakfast each morning sets us up for Cologne in Germany and Brugges in Belgium. Staying at the popular the day, pre-dinner glass of Sherry on “Christmas Eve” and Pre Hotel Schaepkens, you are just a short walk from the picturesque town of Valkenburg. dinner Bucks Fizz on “Hogmanay”. Themed Evening Entertain- ment each night. Also included will be excursions to Chester Hotel Schaepkens, Valkenburg, 4 Star and Llandudno. Monday 8 November 5 Days £315 Thursday 25 November 6 Days £570 No Single Supplement. Insurance £23 Single Supplement £137. Insurance £39 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Blackpool What better place to celebrate an early Christmas than Blackpool, German Christmas Markets with its vibrant sea front and abundance of attractions from the Christmas in Germany is a magical time, evoking memories of Pleasure Beach to the famous Blackpool Tower. traditional Christmasses of days gone by. Set against a backdrop of beautiful, historic buildings, the markets are full of festive chalets selling Carousel Hotel, 3 Star (see page 23) handcrafted gifts and tempting treats. 663 -671 New S Promenade, Blackpool FY4 1RN Tel: 01253 402642 Lindenwirt Hotel, Rudesheim, 3 Star Our arrival will start our festivities with a glass of champagne, Amselstraße 4, 65385 Rüdesheim am Rhein also included in your holiday is a complimentary drink voucher, This charming and traditionally decorated 3 star superior hotel has an per person per night, Christmas themed live entertainment in abundance of character and is situated just a few steps from the Rhine, the Carousel Lounge, Christmas Eve, Christmas Cabaret in the on the famous Drosselgasse. The hotel is built around a courtyard Celebration Suite on “Christmas Day”, Traditional Turkey Dinner featuring huge original wine casks and has a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Lift. with all the trimmings, a visit and small gift from Father Christ- On this tour we will pay visits to the markets in Frankfurt, Cologne, mas, Festive Cabaret on “Hogmanay”, Farewell fun and games Koblenz, Rudesheim and Brugges. with Auld Lang Syne in the Celebration Suite. Your tour will also include excursions to Southport and the Lake District. Sunday 5 December 7 Days £615 Monday 15 November 5 Days £285 Single Supplement £63 Insurance £41 No Single Supplement. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Warners Nidd Hall, 4 Star (see page 30) Enjoy our “Christmas and New Year” In this beautiful mansion and its MOTOR SERVICES stunning Christmas decorations. Included in your break will be The Nidd Hall Panto, Lantern Walks around the grounds, Christmas In addition to our Holiday Brochure, with our wealth of Dinner with crackers, Carol Singing, experience, we can also provide tailor made tours for groups Festive Team Show, Visit from of any size, so if your club or organisation is looking for a Santa Claus, Team Quizzes. specialised break, or simply a private tour, whether in the UK There will also be excursions or abroad, please contact us and we would be pleased to to York and The Dales. give you a quotation to include hotel accommodation, excursions, meals and anything else which you may require.

Monday 22 November 5 Days £430 Burnside Garage • Aberfeldy • Perthshire • PH15 2DD Telephone: 01887 820433 No Single Supplement. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) www.aberfeldycoaches.com

Tel:TTeel:l 0188701887 8820200 4334333 353 Grassington &_ubv|l-v Dickensian Christmas and Party Night -uh;|v Nestled in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, the picturesque village of Grassington is transported back to the time of Dickens with shopkeepers and villagers dressed in Victorian costume, just imagine soaking up the Castle Howard and festive atmosphere of the cobbled streets with a warming mulled wine York St Nicholas Fayre or hot chocolate. St Nicholas Fayre is one of the most popular Christmas Markets Best Western Lothersdale Hotel in the UK with thousands of visitors. The city comes alive with (see page 29) 3 Star bustling stalls, carol singers and buskers and just at the right time 320-323 Marine Road, Morecambe. to get you in the Festive Spirit. Christmas at Castle Howard is a must for visitors of all ages. With rooms lit by roaring fires and Friday 3 December 4 Days £230 candlelight this is a magical time to explore one of England’s finest historic houses. No Single Supplement. Insurance £20 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) What’s Included: 3 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Christmas Crown Plaza Hotel, 4 Star Party on one evening, visit to Grassington Festival, visit to Manchester Kings Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG1 1XX Tel:01423 849988 Christmas Market. Free time at Gretna Outlet Village on return. Friday 26 November 4 Days £325 Durham and Beamish at Christmas No Single Supplement. Insurance £20 Based around the Cathedral and Castle, as well as other city centre (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) locations, Durham Christmas Market provides excellent Christmas shopping opportunities alongside festive entertainment What’s Included: 3 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Entrance to BE ENCHANTED BY CHRISTMAS AT BEAMISH Castle Howard, Free time in York to enjoy the St Nicholas Fayre and soak Discover the amazing seasonal sights, sounds, smells and delicious up the atmosphere and history of the city, free time in Harrogate. tastes of Christmas past. Experience the magic of a traditional Christmas as you join in the celebrations and join the celebrations at 1820s Pockerley Old Hall, 1900s Town, 1900s Pit Village and 1940s Farm. Visit Father Chester, Manchester and Liverpool Christmas and his magnificent reindeer and enjoy our Winter Fun Fair. Christmas Markets Redworth Hall Hotel (see page 24) A fabulous tour taking in the very best Christmas Markets in the North West . Friday 26 November 4 Days £295 Single Supplement £75. Insurance £20 Queen Hotel, 4 Star (see page 23) (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) City Road, Chester Tel 01244 305000 What’s Included: 3 nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Monday 6 December 5 Days £330 Entrance to Beamish, Free Time at Gretna Outlet Village on return journey. Visit to Durham. Single Supplement £80. Insurance £23 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Chatsworth House and Leeds What’s Included: 4 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Free day in Chester to explore this fantastic city and the Christmas Markets, Christmas Markets Excursions to Liverpool Christmas Market and visit to Manchester’s Chatsworth House where you can immerse yourself in a world of make- famous Christmas Market. believe, with enchanting fairy tale scenes woven through the house. The tour also includes a visit to Leeds Christmas Market with over 170 stalls. 4LYJ\YL:OLɉLSK2LU^VVK/HSS Hotel, 4 Star (see page 31) .HQZRRG5RDG6KHI¿HOGTel: 0114 258 3811

Friday 3 December 4 Days £280 Single Supplement £60. Insurance £20 (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) What’s Included: 3 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, entrance to Chatsworth House and Christmas Market, excursion to Leeds Christmas Market.

36 www.aberfeldycoaches.com mˆ;um;vv Traditional Highland Hogmanay The Columba Hotel, 4 Star 7 Ness Walk, Inverness IV3 5NF Tel: 01463 231391 The Columba boasts a perfect position in the very heart of Inverness, yet located in a peaceful area offering marvellous views of Inverness Castle and the River Ness. Lift.

Thursday 30 December 4 Days £430

Single Supplement £45. Insurance £20 - (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%)

What’s Included: 3 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Welcome Drink. New Gala )-|;u=ou7ķu;Ѵ-m7 Dinner followed by entertainment and countdown to midnight Real Celtic Craic to see in the New Year with a glass of bubbles. Brunch on New Years Day followed by Dinner with Entertainment. An Dooley’s Hotel, 3 Star Waterford Tel: 00353 51 873 531 excursion on Hogmanay to the surrounding area. Here you can enjoy an excellent standard of accommodation, friendly staff and a great party atmosphere. Entertainment programme throughout you stay Lift. †moom What’s Included: Argyll Hotel (Hotel details on page 17) 5 Nights Dinner Bed and Breakfast, Overnight hotels in Belfast on outward and return journeys, Welcome Punch Reception, Live Music on Arrival Day in Waterford, Hogmanay Ball with Thursday 30 December 4 Days £410 3 Course Dinner with a backdrop of live entertainment. Live entertainment on the 1st. Excursion on Hogmanay. Single Supplement £27. Insurance £20 - (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%)

Wednesday 29 December 6 Day £635 What’s Included: 3 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast with Single Supplement £120. Light Lunch or Packed Lunch, Three Nights Entertainment, Insurance £39 - (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%) Welcome Tea/Coffee and Biscuits on Arrival, Glass of Bubbly to bring in the New Year, Excursion on Hogmanay.

vѴ;o=†|;A traditional Island New Year Glenburn Hotel, 3 Star Rothesay, Isle of Bute Tel 01700 502500 What’s Included: 3 Nights Dinner, Bed and Breakfast. Welcoming Bucks Fizz with dinner. Entertainment with the resident host and a cabaret act. Chocolates, fruit, and a miniature of whisky for the men, or small bottle of Prosecco for the ladies, in the rooms for arrival. Hogmanay - Brunch, Afternoon tea/coffee, Entertainment in the ballroom, Bucks Fizz reception. Four course candle lit gala dinner, with coffee and shortbread. Hats, crackers, blowouts, streamers etc. Entertainment in the ballroom, with our host, highland dancers and piper, cabaret act, duo and piper for the bells. New Year’s Day - Brunch. Afternoon tea/coffee, Entertainment in the ballroom with our host A three-course dinner, coffee, and mints. Entertainment with our host and a duo. 2nd of January Depart after breakfast. Thursday 30 December 4 Days £390

Single Supplement £30. Insurance £20 - (includes Insurance Premium Tax at 20%)

Details may be subject to alteration at hotels discretion Tel: 01887 820 433 37 ABERFELDY MOTOR SERVICES OUR TRADING CHARTER WITH YOU 1. FINANCIAL PROTECTION of all monies paid except any insurance premium and - cancel your holiday with us and receive a full refund Your contract is with Aberfeldy Motor Services of amendment charges. We will communicate the options of all monies Burnside Garage, Aberfeldy, Perthshire, PH15 2DD. with you either through email or letter, with a reminder Either way, we will pay you compensation, using the When you book a holiday with us, which doesn’t include if necessary. If you exercise the right to cancel we Compensation table shown, DÀLJKWWKHPRQH\\RXSD\XVIRUWKHERRNLQJZLOOEH must receive written notice within 20 days of the date protected by the Bonded Coach Holidays (BCH), this is of the surcharge invoice. The currency exchange rate Period before departure in a Government approved consumer protection scheme. used in the holiday costings are based on rates as at 6 ZKLFK6LJQL¿FDQWFKDQJH $PRXQWSHU The scheme will also ensure your repatriation in the November 2020. LVQRWL¿HGWR

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We will need to know if you • If you, or anyone in your booking party, test positive will need special facilities in the hotel, taking part in the for Covid-19 and have to quarantine for a period of 11. OUR COACHES H[FXUVLRQVRUKDYHGLI¿FXOW\ERDUGLQJDQGWUDYHOOLQJRQ WLPHRUDUHQRWL¿HGRURWKHUZLVHEHFRPHDZDUHWKDW We will always use our reasonable endeavours to the coach or other means of transport. Before booking you have, or suspect you may have, come into close SURYLGH D FRDFK WR WKH VSHFL¿FDWLRQ LQ RXU EURFKXUH your holiday, you should be sure that you and your party contact with someone who has tested positive for or advert, but reserve the right to substitute an are both physically and mentally capable of completing Covid-19 (or where they otherwise suspect they may alternative vehicle should there be unforeseen the itinerary. If you need advice or further information have Covid-19) and have to self-isolate for a period of circumstances. There is a seating plan but in some you should contact Aberfeldy Motor Services. If you time. If this happens within 14 days of your departure cases, operational reasons may require a coach with will require a special diet please tell us at the time of date, you must contact us as you may no longer be DGLIIHUHQWFRQ¿JXUDWLRQ:HUHVHUYHWKHULJKWWRDOWHUD booking, or as soon as you are medically advised, able to travel. We will offer you the following options coach seating plan and allocate seats other than those together with a copy of the diet. where possible and subject to availability. booked. Single passengers may be required to share a • Postponing your holiday to a later date. We double seat with other single passengers. When your 16. PASSENGERS WITH DISABILITIES will notify you of any impact on the price the ERRNLQJLVFRQ¿UPHG\RXZLOOEHRIIHUHGWKHEHVWVHDWV We want everyone to enjoy our travel arrangements. postponement may have (please note that you that are available at that time. If you feel that you require We are happy to advise and assist you in choosing a may have to pay full cancellation charge on some two seats, then these must be booked and paid for in suitable holiday. But, as some of the accommodation elements of your holiday as well as any increase advance, at the time of booking. If you fail to do this and and resorts featured may not cater for even minor in cost imposed by other suppliers); LWWUDQVSLUHVWKDWWKHVHDWDOORFDWHGWR\RXLVLQVXI¿FLHQW disabilities, it is important that, when booking, you • Cancelling your holiday, in which case we will for your needs and there is no alternative seating DGYLVH XV RI DQ\ GLVDELOLW\ VSHFL¿F QHHG RU FRPSOH[ impose our standard cancellation charges as at available then you will be refused access to the coach need you may have and any special requirements that the date of cancellation by you. You may be able to and any payments made will be liable to forfeiture. will make sure the holiday is suitable. If a passenger claim these costs back from your travel insurance. 6SHFL¿F VHDWV ZLOO QRW EH DOORFDWHG RQ FRDFKHV requires personal assistance (for example, assistance • If you fail any tests, checks or other measures operating a feeder service between joining points and with feeding, dressing, toileting, mobilising) then this imposed by us, suppliers, airlines, port or airport, main holiday departure points or on coaches that carry passenger must travel with an able-bodied companion border control authority or other government out transfers between airports, seaports etc. RUFDUHUDQGZULWWHQFRQ¿UPDWLRQWKDWVXFKDVVLVWDQFH body or local authority or fail to submit for testing will be provided for the entirety of the holiday is required or assessment when requested to do so, and 12. HOTEL FACILITIES at the time of booking. Coach drivers/Tour Managers as such you are denied entry to the destination, Some hotel facilities and entertainment may be are unable to provide such assistance. access to the services or you are otherwise unable withdrawn for routine maintenance or be subject to Important: You must tell us if you have an existing to proceed with the holiday, or that portion of the seasonal availability and provision of the facilities medical condition, disability or complex need that may holiday. cannot be guaranteed. Single occupancy of rooms may affect your holiday or other group members’ enjoyment If this happens whilst you are on your holiday, be subject to a supplementary charge. of it before you book your holiday. We reserve the right to please notify us without delay and we will provide UHTXHVWDGRFWRU¶VFHUWL¿FDWHFRQ¿UPLQJWKHSDVVHQJHU such reasonable assistance as we can in the 13. HEALTH AND SAFETY LV¿WWRWUDYHO,ILQRXUUHDVRQDEOHRSLQLRQ\RXUFKRVHQ circumstances. However, we will not be responsible In some foreign countries, standards of infrastructure, holiday is not suitable for your medical condition or for covering the cost of any curtailment of your safety and hygiene may be lower than those to which disability, we reserve the right to refuse your booking. holiday, missed transport arrangements, additional we are accustomed in the UK. You should therefore You are responsible for bringing with you the proper accommodation required, or other associated costs exercise greater care for your own protection. There clothing and equipment, which we advise you about in incurred by you. You must ensure you have travel may be countries that we visit that have special medical our printed trip information. We want you to enjoy your insurance which covers these costs for you. requirements for tourists. These regulations are subject holiday and will help you select an appropriate trip. You also acknowledge that the Bonded Coach Holiday to change and our clients are responsible for complying member providing your holiday including, attractions with entry and current health requirements. If you are 17. PASSENGER BEHAVIOUR and excursion providers, will need to comply with not sure of the health requirements for the country you We want all our customers to have a happy and carefree national and/or local guidance and requirements relating are visiting, you are advised to check with your own holiday. You are responsible for your behaviour and to Covid-19, and have implemented certain measures GP before travelling. You are also advised to refer to hygiene and the effect it may have on others. If you or DVDUHVXOW7KLVZLOOOLNHO\LQFOXGHVSHFL¿FUHTXLUHPHQWV WKH 'HSDUWPHQW RI +HDOWK OHDÀHW ³+HDOWK $GYLFH IRU any other member of your party is abusive, disruptive or regarding personal protective equipment, such as use of Travellers” behaves in a way that could cause damage or injury to face-masks by staff (and you may be required to wear a Some people may be at risk from discomfort or deep others or affect their enjoyment of their holiday or which face-mask as well), social distancing, maximum number vein thrombosis (DVT) if they remain immobile on could damage property, we have the right to terminate restrictions on the use of certain facilities, designated a journey for a long period. If you are planning to your contract with us and we will have no further liability alternative entrance and exit routes, mandatory hand undertake a journey of more than three hours, you or obligation to you. The coach driver/representative, sanitisation, limited entertainment options and limited should consult your doctor, if you have ever had VKLS¶VFDSWDLQRUDXWKRULVHGRI¿FLDOLVHQWLWOHGWRUHIXVH food/drink availability. We do not expect these measures DVT, pulmonary embolism, a family history of clotting you boarding if in their reasonable opinion you are WR KDYH D VLJQ¿FDQW LPSDFW RQ \RXU HQMR\PHQW RI WKH conditions, cancer or treatment for cancer, stroke, and XQDFFHSWDEO\ XQGHU WKH LQÀXHQFH RI GULQN RU GUXJV RU holiday and all measures will be taken with the purpose heart or lung disease or If you have had major surgery you are being violent or disruptive. If you are refused of securing your safety and those around you. in the past three months. boarding on the outward journey we will regard it as We reserve the right to refuse any booking in the a cancellation by you and we will apply cancellation 22. EMERGENCY CONTACT DEVHQFH RI D GRFWRU¶V FHUWL¿FDWH FRQ¿UPLQJ WKDW \RX charges. If on your return journey, we have the right to Our emergency contact details are Tel:..01887 820433 DUH ¿W WR WUDYHO :KHUH ZH SURYLGH FRPIRUW VWRSV \RX terminate the contract with you. We also request that Email: [email protected] are encouraged to walk around. Exercise reduces mobile telephones are not used on the coach. PUBLICATION DATE The brochure was printed in the any discomfort, which may be caused by periods of UK by Barr Printers, Glenrothes on 6 November 2020 immobility. 18. TRAVEL INSURANCE NO SMOKING is allowed on our coaches (including We strongly advise that you take out personal travel 23. CHILDREN’S REDUCTION E-Cigarettes) and we do not allow pets or any other insurance for the trip. We have arranged travel A reduction may be available to children under 12 years animals, although we accommodate registered insurance with Wrightsure Insurance Group, which of age, sharing with 2 adults. Please enquire. assistance dogs, but not on overseas holidays. is outlined below. You may use an alternative insurer but you must advise us. The insurance should cover HOLIDAY INFORMATION (NOT PART OF CONTRACT) 14. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS, ITINERARIES, PICK-UP medical and repatriation costs, personal injury, loss of Infectious or Contagious Diseases POINTS AND PASSPORTS baggage and cancellation charges. If you do not have For all Continental holidays, you will require a full 10- adequate insurance and require our assistance during Due to Health and Safety reasons we cannot year British Passport (machine readable) valid for a your holiday, we reserve the right to reclaim from you accommodate guests who have an infectious or further 6 months after your holiday. If you do not hold a any medical repatriation or other expenses which we contagious medical condition. If you have had such a full British Passport or you have any doubts about your may incur on your behalf which would otherwise have condition within 14 days prior to departure, please let status as a resident British subject, you must check been met by insurers. You must advise us if you use XVNQRZDQGVXSSO\DGRFWRU¶VFRQ¿UPDWLRQWRLQGLFDWH with the Embassies or Consulates of the Countries to an alternative insurer, the policy number and 24 hour that your condition is no longer contagious. Should you EHYLVLWHGWRFRQ¿UPWKH3DVVSRUWRUYLVDUHTXLUHPHQWV contact number. be ill upon arrival or during your stay, please advise us when you book. We cannot accept responsibility if immediately. Infectious or contagious diseases can be passengers are not in possession of the correct travel 19. LUGGAGE passed on to other guests and in order to protect such documents. For full details on passport requirements, Please restrict your luggage to a suitcase weighing guests and staff it is important that we are informed. We please contact ‘the identity and passport service’ on no more than 15kgs per person. We cannot accept UHVHUYHWKHULJKWWRUHTXLUH\RXWROHDYHRUEHFRQ¿QHG 0300 222 0000 (www.direct.gov.uk)” responsibility for loss or damage to luggage unless to your room if we believe that such a condition makes You are responsible for ensuring you are at the correct through our negligence. Please do not leave valuable this necessary. Please note that in such circumstances departure point, at the correct time and with the correct items in your suitcase when left on the coach. Please we may be unable to offer refunds. documents. Aberfeldy Motor Services reserve the right contact us for our policy on mobility scooters. When the Vehicle is Stopped to modify itineraries to conform with requests from competent authorities both within the UK and abroad. 20. GENERAL DATA PROTECTION REGULATIONS Passengers may not remain on board a vehicle while Excursions which are included in the cost of your We comply with the GDPR 2018 Regulations, our data stopped for Morning Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon Tea or booking are detailed on the brochure page and refunds controller is the Manager and our data protection policy Visits, or in any case where the driver will be leaving will not be made for excursions not taken. Optional can be found at www.aberfeldycoaches.com or you can the coach unattended. The consumption of alcohol on excursions booked and paid for in resort do not form request a copy from Aberfeldy Motor Services, Burnside board the coach is strictly forbidden. part of your booking. Admission fees to buildings may Garage, Aberfeldy, PH15 2DD. This Brochure is printed many months in advance and not be included in the price of the holiday, please check. the itineraries listed are for guidance only and may be 21. SUPPLEMENT TO BONDED COACH HOLIDAYS subject to alterations. 15. SPECIAL REQUESTS TRADING CHARTER COVID-19 LIABILITY All special needs and requests, if agreed, should LIMITATIONS be entered on the booking form and be included in We both acknowledge the ongoing COVID-19 global

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A client holiday travel insurance scheme is available to eligible passengers travelling on our iv) Has been given a terminal prognosis. holidays which is arranged by Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited and underwritten by ERGO Travel Insurance Services Ltd (ETI) on behalf of Great Lakes Insurance SE (GLISE). Please note: If you are on medication at the time of travel, Your medical condition(s) must be Great Lakes Insurance SE is a German insurance company with its headquarters at stable and well controlled. Königinstrasse 107, 80802 Munich. UK Branch office: Plantation Place, 30 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 3AJ, company number SE000083. Great Lakes Insurance SE, UK Branch, is If you are travelling outside of the UK YOU must notify the Change in Health helpline authorised by Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht and subject to limited regulation immediately if a change in health occurs (including any change to medication) between the date by the Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority, registration number this policy is issued and your scheduled date of departure. 769884. SIGNIFICANT EXCLUSIONS ERGO Travel Insurance Services Ltd is registered in the UK, company number 11091555. Registered office: Plantation Place, 30 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 3AJ. Authorised and RESIDENCY regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, register number 805870. Details about the extent of GLISE’s authorisation and regulation by the Prudential Regulation If you or anyone else named on this policy has not been a resident in the UK for the past 6- Authority, and regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority are available upon request. months this policy cannot cover you. In addition to the above the policy also contains the following main exclusions: Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct  Any costs of repatriation or evacuation as a result of You taking part in any excluded Authority (their registration number is 311394) and is permitted to advise on and arrange general Hazardous Activities and Sports including dangerous expeditions or from an area which is insurance contracts. You can check these details online using the Financial Services Register considered by Insurers to be a War Risk or Civil Hazard area. (accessible from https://register.fca.org.uk) or by contacting the Financial Conduct Authority  Loss of or damage to money and valuables whilst left unattended or in/from luggage in Consumer Helpline on 0800 1116768. transit. Should you wish to take out this travel insurance please include the appropriate premium when  Loss of or damage to telecommunications and motor vehicle related equipment and booking your holiday. accessories.  Travel against the advice of the carrier, any other public transport provider, the Foreign DEMANDS AND NEEDS Office or the World Health Organisation.  Any insurance event arising from You being the driver, rider or passenger of a quad bike, This insurance policy will suit the demands and needs of an individual or group (where all-terrain vehicle or applicable) who have no excluded medical condition(s), are travelling in countries included within  motorcycle when the insured person is not wearing a crash helmet, whether legally the policy terms and who wish to insure themselves against unforeseen circumstances/events required locally or not. detailed in the cover section below. Subject to the terms, conditions and maximum specified  Claims arising from any epidemic or pandemic as declared by the World Health sums insured. Organisation. (This exclusion does not apply to Section 9). IMPORTANT Examples of these and other conditions and exclusions are contained within the policy wording, We will not provide you with advice about the suitability of this product for your individual needs a specimen copy of which is available upon request. If after purchasing a policy from us should but will be happy to provide you with factual information. you find it does not meet your requirements you have 14 days from the date of issue or prior to We summarise below the details of the insurance cover provided which also includes 24-hour travel, whichever is sooner, to cancel the policy and receive a full refund of your premium. emergency service from Mayday Assistance Limited. The following is a brief summary of the cover available. Full details of cover and exclusions will be forwarded with your confirmation of Protecting your information booking. In any event you may ask for a specimen copy of the policy wording before booking We will only use your personal details in line with our Privacy Notice. This can be found on our should you wish to examine this in advance. website or is available in hard copy format upon request and you should read this carefully and HEALTH CONDITIONS contact us immediately if you have any queries. Your personal information includes all of the details you have given us to process your insurance policy (we will not ask for more information We shall not be liable for claims WHERE AT THE TIME OF TAKING OUT THIS POLICY AND than is necessary). We may share your data with Third Parties for the provision and ongoing BETWEEN THAT TIME AND YOUR DEPARTURE: performance of your insurance policy. Your data may be transferred outside the UK. All of the a) You are aware of any medical condition or set of circumstances that could reasonably be personal information you supply to us will be handled strictly in accordance with the applicable expected to give rise to a claim (for example the state of health of a Close Relative, Data Protection regulations and legislation. Business Associate or any person on whom Your travel plans depend). Mr J Stewart t/as Aberfeldy Motors is an appointed Representative of Wrightsure Services b) The Insured Person whose medical condition gives rise to a claim: (Hampshire) Limited who are authorised and regulated by the FCA (their registration number is 311394) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts. You can i) Is receiving, or on a waiting list for, surgery, in-patient treatment or investigations in check these details online using the Financial Services Register (accessible from a hospital, clinic or nursing home. www.fca.org.uk) or by contacting the Financial Conduct Authority Consumer Helpline on 0800 ii) Is travelling against any health requirements stipulated by the carrier, their handling 111 6768. agents or other public transport provider. iii) Is travelling against the advice of a Medical Practitioner or for the purpose of obtaining We do not charge fees for our insurance related services however we and Wrightsure Services medical treatment abroad. (Hampshire) Limited may receive some form of renumeration in relation to the arrangement of insurance.

PLEASE SEE THE POLICY WORDING FOR FULL DETAILS OF THE COVER, LIMITATIONS AND EXCESSES, A SPECIMEN COPY OF WHICH IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. Cover Sum Insured Excess

Holidays 3 days duration or less Nil Excess. Cancellation Up to £1,500 Holidays 4 days duration and over £50/£15 in respect of Loss of Deposit claims Up to £15,000 Death and corresponding Benefits £15,000. Personal Accident- No Excess Death Benefit limited to £7,500 If aged 70/£1,000 if aged under 18 at time of travel Medical Expenses including Repatriation (only applicable to Up to £2,000,000 £35 travel outside of the UK) UK Additional Travelling Expenses Up to £2,500 £35 £10 per 24 hours up to £100 UK Medical Confinement Benefit No Excess £15 per 24 hours up to £450 Channel Islands & Europe Curtailment Up to £1,500 £35

Up to £1,500 in all. Single Personal Property & Money £35 Article Limit £200/Valuables £400 Personal Property Including Money Personal Money Up to £200 (age restrictions apply) Delayed Baggage (after 12 hours) Delayed Baggage – Excess 12 Up to £100 Hours Loss of Passport Up to £200 No Excess Missed Departure Up to £100 UK & £300 Europe No Excess Travel Delay Excess = 12 hours Travel Delay up to £60 Travel Delay Cancellation (holiday abandonment) Holiday abandonment excess as up to £1,500 per Cancellation Personal Liability Up to £2,000,000 No Excess Legal Expenses Up to £25,000 No Excess Covid-19 As Per Cancellation & Medical Section As Per Cancellation & Medical Section

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