





We know that a break away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life is important to you, and Warners are here to help you make the most of it!
The hotels have stunning locations, quality entertainment and sports, swimming and activities designed to help you have fun and indulge. You can choose to do as little or as much as you like and there is entertainment every night.
There will be stops in towns of interest on the way to and from the hotel, plus two short day trips out to see the best of the local area, whilst still giving you plenty of time to enjoy the hotel’s facilities!
PLEASE NOTE:
• With Warner holidays only our initial allocation is guaranteed at these prices, when we have sold that allocation, the price may rise.
• Warners are also now cashless, meaning all purchases onsite must be done by card or contactless payments.
• For essential room requests, if you wish for this to be guaranteed, Warners now charge a £10 fee to guarantee this, please advise our team if you require this.
• All entertainment listed may be subject to change.
• We recommend you to book any on-site activities at Warners on arrival when you check-in. These activities are on a first-come, first-serve basis.
All Holiday Inclusions
• Return coach travel
• Tours as indicated
• Pickup & drop off service
• Use of hotel leisure facilities & activities
• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meals
5 Days from
5 Days Mon 16th February 2026 £569 +£25pp Deluxe Upgrade Higher upgrade options available on request
First Day Burford. Day Trip 1 Stow-on-the-Wold & Moreton-in-Marsh (Market Day) Day Trip 2 Broadway and Chipping Campden. Last Day Bourton-on-the-Water. NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS! (LIMITED)
Close by but too good to not include! It is a Grade II listed hotel stylishly refurbished to provide the perfect country escape. It is set in 440 acres of glorious parkland and has Italian design inspiration. Beautiful Cotswold scenery throughout!
+£30pp
Includes Weekend Live Entertainment: Ft. Summer Garden Party Plus, Jimmy Jermain and his band The Undercover Shadows with a fantastic tribute to Cliff Richard!
First Day Ferry to the island and a stop on either the mainland or island based on ferry time.
Day Trip 1 Needles and East Cowes.
Day Trip 2 Shanklin and Sandown.
Last Day Ferry home and a stop on either the mainland or island based on ferry time.
Includes Weekend Live Entertainment: Ft. Genesis Connected celebrating the huge hits of Genesis, Phil Collins, Peter Gabriel and Mike and the Mechanics!
First Day Shrewsbury. Day Trip 1 Betws-y-Coed, views of Snowdonia and Llandudno. Day Trip 2 Chester.
Last Day Worcester.
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First Day Glastonbury or Street. Day Trip 1 Exmouth & Sidmouth. Day Trip 2 Weymouth & Bridport. Last Day Salisbury.
First Day Bury St Edmunds. Day Trip 1 Norfolk Broads and Sheringham. Day Trip 2 Southwold and Aldeburgh.
9 Days - Tue 21st July 2026
Cabin Type Price (per person) Single Supplements
Emerald Deck From £2,799 +£930 Single (in a 2-person occupancy room)
Ruby Deck From £3,099 +£1,360 Single (in a 2-person occupancy room)
Diamond Deck From £3,299 +£1,640 Single (in a 2-person occupancy room)
Tour highlights:
Full Board on Cruise, with all-inclusive drinks & four included excursions!
Discover the magic of the Danube on a journey from Vienna through Europe’s cultural gems. Explore Vienna’s imperial grandeur, Budapest’s thermal baths and Parliament, and Bratislava’s charming Old Town. Visit Melk Abbey’s Baroque splendor, and Linz’s blend of tradition and innovation. This river cruise offers a seamless mix of history, nature, and culture, culminating in Vienna’s majestic embrace of the Danube and the Alps. We are travelling to Vienna by air, but a Barnes Employee will be with you throughout the holiday.
Boat: MS Viva Enjoy
With an intimate capacity of just 190 guests, the MS VIVA ENJOY. Launched in 2024, offers the perfect setting for a river cruise defined by comfort, elegance, and unforgettable moments. Every journey is infused with a unique feel-good atmosphere—shaped by the ship’s distinctive design, which mirrors the beauty of the river landscapes through natural materials and bright, inviting colors. From the warm and attentive crew, whose commitment to exceptional service is always a priority, to the culinary delights, every detail is crafted to elevate your voyage.
The MS VIVA ENJOY features 95 stylish cabins designed for comfort and serenity. The Diamond and Ruby Decks also host elegant 2-bed cabins (15 m²), each with a French balcony and floor to ceiling windows. On the Emerald Deck, cozy 2-bed cabins feature fixed windows for a peaceful retreat.
There is a Wellness area with steam bath and sauna plus a fitness centre with treadmill, bike and weights. The sundeck has a whirlpool and a putting green!
All cabins are thoughtfully equipped with: Flat-screen TV, Complimentary minibar, Nespresso® machine, RITUALS® beauty products, Hairdryer, safe, and air conditioning, Private bathroom with shower and toilet.
Tuesday Depart from London Heathrow at 12:35 with British Airways, arriving in Vienna at 15:55. Upon arrival, transfer to your overnight hotel. Dinner and breakfast are included.
Wednesday Enjoy free time to explore Vienna before boarding your river cruise for the next seven nights.
Thursday Begin your cruise with a 3.5-hour guided walking tour of Vienna, featuring key landmarks such as the Ringstrasse, Hofburg Palace, and the State Opera House. Set sail in the evening.
Friday Arrive in Vác, Hungary—a charming riverside town rich in history. Later, continue sailing to Budapest, arriving overnight.
Saturday Spend the day in Budapest with a 3.5-hour walking tour showcasing the city’s imperial architecture, thermal baths, and vibrant culture. Depart in the evening for Slovakia.
Sunday Enjoy six hours in Bratislava, including a 2.5-hour walking tour through its historic old town. Sail in the evening toward Melk.
Monday Arrive in Melk and visit the renowned Melk Abbey, including a guided tour with insights into its history and former residents. Explore the surrounding parks before sailing to Linz.
Tuesday Discover Linz’s charming old town and optional visit to Pöstlingberg Hill, accessible via Europe’s steepest railway (not included). Depart for Vienna in the evening.
Wednesday Disembark after breakfast. Return flight to Heathrow departs at 11:10.
PLEASE NOTE: We will require a £400pp deposit to book this holiday for you, followed by a further £800pp by 19th February 2026 and final balances will be due by 21st April 2026.
• Return coach travel to / from airport
• Pickup up & Drop Off Service
• Flights
• Transfers
• Transport for excursions where necessary.
• itinerary and sightseeing excursions as stated
• Full Board on the boat plus drinks and Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at the overnight hotel.
On boat: Full Board with included drinks 12:00-23:59!
Cabin Type Price (per person) Single Supplements
Main Deck From £1,899 +£626 (In a 2-person occupancy room)
Middle Deck From £1,999 On Request
Upper Deck From £2,045 On Request
Tour highlights:
Includes Strasbourg, Rüdesheim, Koblenz, Heidelberg and more!
A spectacular 5-day river cruise from Strasbourg along the River Rhine to see the beautiful scenery, fairytale castles, lush vineyards and the picturesque towns of Rüdesheim and Koblenz nestled along this most iconic of rivers. The highlight is taking part in the magnificent ‘Rhine in Flames’ flotilla from the comfort of your ship as fireworks light up the riverbanks, atmospheric music plays, and the Rhine is illuminated against the dark sky.
Wednesday To Dover and onto France and our overnight hotel, the Mercure Mercure Parc des Expostions in Reims.
Thursday We continue to Strasbourg where there is free time before we board our ship at 1600. Later enjoy a Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Reception before dinner and departure.
Friday Upon reaching Rüdesheim we will enjoy a tour of the Rüdesheim vineyards by mini train. We enjoy a wine-tasting at Bassenheimer Hof cellar. Then free time in Rüdesheim.
Saturday We cruise in the morning before visiting Koblenz where we have an afternoon tour of the Old Town. Later the highlight as we take part in the unique spectacle.
Sunday After a morning cruise to Mannheim, we take a coach to Heidelberg where we enjoy a guided tour of the old city & a chance to visit the outside of Heidelberg Castle. In the evening we have a 4-course gala dinner before setting sail for Strasbourg.
Monday We disembark after breakfast and return to Reims, where there is free time to explore, before we check in no the same overnight hotel. Tuesday We return home.
PLEASE NOTE: For this tour, we require a £250pp deposit to secure your places, followed by a further £400pp by 9th June 2026, final balances will be due by 22nd July 2026.
Holiday Inclusions
• Return coach travel
• Channel crossings
• Tours as indicated
Boat: MS Gerard Schmitter
An elegant 5 anchors class ship built in 2012, it is an intimate sized ship at 110m long with 88 cabins over three decks. There is a lounge bar with a dance floor, a large sundeck with deckchairs, and Wi-Fi throughout. We are full board with drinks included between 1200 – 2359!
• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)
• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast and evening meal Plus, lunch whilst onboard boat.
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The Isles of Scilly are an archipelago of five inhabited islands and numerous other small rocky islets 28 miles off Lands’ End. With a total population of just over two thousand, an exceptionally mild climate, and countless golden sandy beaches, Scilly is a beautiful haven of peace and tranquility. We get to the island via a 20-minute flight from Land’s End Airport and our hotel is in St Mary’s where you can chill out watching the tide change, the flowers open and the sunshine.
First Day To Cornwall and Land’s End Airport for our flight to St Mary’s at 1405 and 1600. It is a 20-minute flight, and we are met the other end and transferred to our hotel.
Days whilst at resort
A | A full day guided walking tour of the island of St Mary’s.
B | An ‘off island’ trip to one of the other islands arrange by the hotel. Please note if it is Tresco, then the Gardens are not guided. PLUS 2 FREE DAYS on St Mary’s or maybe catch a boat to one of the other islands (not included).
Last Day We have a transfer to the airport for our 1115 and 1250 flights back to the mainland. Here our coach meets us to return us home.
PLEASE NOTE: Guided walking tours require reasonable levels of fitness and mobility and are subject to local tides and weather conditions.
4 Days
Fri 20th February 2026
4 Days from NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS! (LIMITED)
£339
Looking for a holiday by the sea with beautiful scenery? Then look no further, Weymouth is the perfect holiday destination! With beautiful golden sands sprinkled with deckchairs, safe shallow waters, and a pretty harbour side, you certainly won’t be disappointed. All our coastal visits during the week form part of the famous Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized for outstanding rocks, fossils and landforms.
Monday Heading for Weymouth we call at Poole Quay for a lunch stop. Tours in resort
A | A great circular tour today which begins by taking the Sandbank’s Ferry to the scenic ‘isle’ of Purbeck. Before catching the ferry, we do a circular tour of Sandbank’s and view some of the most expensive houses in the country. After the ferry we pass through Studland Nature Reserve and make a lunch time stop in Swanage, which has a promenade backed by attractions with great views. We then make a short stop at the perfectly rounded bay of Lulworth Cove set in picturesque scenery.
B | A choice to begin the day between West Bay and Bridport (Market Day is Wednesday). West Bay is a charming fishing village that has enjoyed a surge in popularity since Broadchurch was filmed there. Bridport is a thriving, quirky and cultural market town with a fantastic antiques quarter. Then to Lyme Regis which boasts breathtaking scenery and a special mystique, it’s historic Cobb and harbour are iconic features. We conclude the day with scenic drive following Chesil Beach, one of the most iconic sights on the Jurassic Coast. Before returning to our hotel, we take a ride onto the Isle of Portland with great views.
Friday We head for home, travelling through the New Forest with a stop in Lyndhurst.
Crown Hotel
3-star hotel with charm, character, and a great atmosphere close to the picturesque Brewer’s Quay. BAR | LIFT kingshotels.co.uk
breakfast & evening meal
4-star Full Board River Cruise on the Seine in central Paris, plus Château de Chantilly
4 Days
Sat 21st March 2026
Upgrades: Upper Deck 2-person sharing +£93pp
£669
Single Supplements: +£207 Main Deck / +£393 Upper Deck 4 Days from
Day 1 To France by ferry and we have a meal voucher to use onboard. From Calais it is on to Paris where we board our floating hotel and enjoy a Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Reception before dinner and nightly entertainment.
The exact timings are dependent on tides, but we will enjoy cruising on both days (subject to water levels). We will also enjoy a panoramic guided tour of Paris by coach on one day and visit Montmartre, a famous area of Paris, on another day, both with a local guide. There is also free time on both days to enjoy Paris at your own pace, or just enjoy being on this fabulous boat. There is entertainment every night and on one evening a Gala Evening with 4-course meal.
Day 4 We return home by a different route and visit Chateau de Chantilly’s famous gardens including a French Style garden from the 17th century and an Anglo-Chinese garden from the 18th century. On our ferry home we have a meal voucher.
4 Days Tue 3rd November 2026 £689
Upgrades: Upper Deck 2-person sharing +£93pp Single Supplements: +£207 Main Deck / +£393 Upper Deck 4 Days from
Tour highlights: nightly entertainment, two guided tours of Paris with a local guide and Paris by night, by boat! For 2026 we have added entry to Chantilly to make this popular trip even more special! Enjoy wonderful cuisine and spectacular cabaret entertainment whilst also experiencing the sights and attractions this great city has to offer! Accommodation is on the 4-star MS Botticelli which is a spacious and light vessel with a welcoming and refined ambience. It is on a Full Board basis with 3-course lunches and 3-course dinners, and we have included a meal and drink voucher for the ferry both ways.
PLEASE NOTE: We will require a second deposit of £150pp
For 21/03/2026 Tour: by 21/12/25
For 03/11/2026 Tour: by 03/08/26
Price Includes
• Return coach travel
• Pickup up & Drop Off Service
• Channel crossings
Boat: MS Botticelli 110 meters long and in keeping with being named after an Italian painter, it has an elegant and cosy atmosphere with precious fabrics of Venice. Large windows allow great views from the Lounge Bar with Dancefloor and there is also a Sun Deck. All cabins have windows, satellite TV, WIFI and ensuite bathroom.
• Tours as indicated (inc. all tours by coach & floating hotel)
• Chateau de Chantilly
• Floating hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast, lunch & evening meal
5 Days - Fri 24th April 2026
Cabin Type Price (per person)
Main £1,099
Middle £1,189
Upper £1,199
4 Days from
5 Days Mon 20th April 2026 £969
Single Supplement: +£374
This beautiful tour gives you the opportunity to see some of the best the Netherlands has to offer. There is no better bulbfield than Keukenhof and we also visit The Hague, one of the most extraordinary cities in Holland and home of the Dutch Royal Family. We are based in Breda, and we also have a free day here to explore this city of contrasts with old gates, monastery walls and hidden courtyards. At this time of year, it is in full bloom and shows its most colorful side in its vibrant parks and sunny terraces.
Monday We make our way via to The Netherlands via France and Belgium and our hotel.
Tuesday A free day to explore Breda. Plus, today is market day from 0900 – 1300 in the Grote Markt and is a focal point for the town with a lively atmosphere.
Wednesday We spend the day in Keukenhof, the best day out among flowers! Over 7 million bulbs will bloom this spring with a total of 800 varieties of tulip. A unique, unforgettable experience!
Thursday We visit The Hague which oozes culture and history, it has the most historic sites per square meter in the Netherlands! The Hague oozes culture and history.
Friday We return home with a short stop in Bruges.
There is no better bulb field than Keukenhof, and this tour gives us the chance to enjoy it whilst based on a boat! And not just any boat, the MS L’Europe is an elegant ship that also sails on the Rhine and the Danube. We are full board whilst on board and this includes drinks from 1200 – 2359. There is entertainment one evening and a 4 course Gala Dinner on another.
Friday To France and on to Antwerp where we board our boat at 1800. Later enjoy a Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Reception before dinner.
Saturday We discover the historic city of Antwerp with a guide before returning on board to cruise toward Rotterdam. As we sail through small inland seas and impressive locks, enjoy a scenic journey arriving in Rotterdam by evening. Tonight is our gala dinner & evening.
Sunday We leave the boat and travel by coach to nearby Keukenhof with a provided packed lunch. Keukenhof is the best day out among flowers! Over 7 million bulbs will bloom this spring with a total of 800 varieties of tulip. A unique, unforgettable experience! We return to our boat and set sail for Amsterdam.
Monday All day is free to explore Amsterdam! If our boat is docked too far from the centre there will be a coach transfer.
Tuesday We return home.
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Boat: MS L’Europe
An elegant standard ship that was completely renovated in 2016, it is an intimate sized ship at 110m long with 90 cabins over 3 decks. The restaurant is on the main deck with large windows so you can enjoy the full panorama. There is also a lounge, bar with a dance floor and a sundeck with comfortable loungers.
ISSUE: 13th June 2025
Lake Garda is one of the most stunning locations in Europe! The lake includes three regions and encompasses colourful and diverse lakeside towns, each offering a new experience and we visit 3 including Riva del Garda itself. Riva del Garda sits on the lakeshore overshadowed by spectacular mountains. There is a pretty and historic centre, great shops and peaceful lakeside walks. There is a Welcome Drink on arrival and a Gala Dinner followed by live music on one evening.
Saturday To France and on to our overnight hotel.
Sunday We skirt the edge of Switzerland before entering the Alps and into Italy via a drive through the Mont Blanc Tunnel which passes under the highest mountain in Europe. Then on to our hotel for 5 nights, where we are met with a Welcome Drink.
Tours Whilst at Resort
A | We don’t venture far today but visit 2 towns on Lake Garda. First to Malcesine, a medieval town perched on the edge of Lake Garda under the shadow of Monte Baldo. Then to the town that give the lake its name, Garda. Garda Town It is a small town with a lakeside promenade with great views of the lake and many cafes. If you are feeling energetic you can climb Rocca di Garda for superb views.
B | We visit Verona, a city alive with myths and home to a huge Roman Arena plus Romeo and Juliet’s balcony.
C | To the southern end of the lake where we make a stop on the pretty peninsula of Sirmione, the town has a medieval centre and lovely piazza.
D | A free day to relax and enjoy your surroundings. Maybe visit a lakeside town that we haven’t visited by boat (not included).
Friday We return to the same hotel.
Saturday To Calais and we return home.
Showcasing Northern Scotland with all its beautiful beaches, historical ruins and pretty fishing villages, the North Coast 500 coastal road is a journey like no other. Scotland’s answer to Route 66 is now a designated tourist route around the Northern Highlands taking in amazing coastal scenery full of lochs and uninhabited islands. On our journey north we take an Eastern route and travel through the Cairngorms National Park. On our return, we stick to the west coast with 2 nights on the Isle of Skye. A fabulous holiday with nonstop scenery.
Monday Into Scotland and on to our overnight hotel, the 3-star Buchanan Arms in Drymen.
Tuesday Beautiful scenery today as we climb into the Highlands and the Cairngorm National Park. Our lunch time stop in Aviemore, a Highland base with plenty of shops and food options. We make a short stop in the small but lively town of Tain, then we are on the North Coast 500 route and continue to the very North of Scotland with a short stop at John O Groats before continuing to our hotel for 2 nights, the Pentland Hote in Thurso. Wednesday We catch the ferry to Orkney where we are met by our guide. We have a full tour of Orkney taking in amongst other things Skara Brae, an amazing neolithic village that lay buried by sand for 4000 years and the delightful Italian Chapel built by Italian POWs.
Thursday We continue on the North Coast 500 Route with miles and miles of costal scenery as we head along Scotland’s most northern coast and enjoy dramatic ocean views. We will take plenty of photo stops, especially where the impressive white sand beaches are at their most impressive. Our hotel for the night is The Caledonian Hotel in Ullapool.
Friday A final part of the North Coast 500 takes us by more dramatic scenery on our way to Attadale Gardens. The gardens were built in 1755 and its gardens include a Water Garden, Rhododendron Walk, sunken garden and a Japanese garden. From here we continue to the Isle of Skye and the Dunollie Hotel in Broadford for 2 nights.
Saturday A relaxing day today as we travel via the west coast of Skye to Dunvegan Castle and Gardens for a visit. This was the seat of the Clan Macleod and is the oldest continually occupied castle in Scotland. The castle has won visitor awards, and it is a Highland estate steeped in history and clan legend which also has beautiful formal gardens. We then complete a circular route as we visit Portree for a short stop Portree is the Island’s Capital and lies in a picturesque natural harbour that is sheltered with great views to sea.
Sunday We start our journey south with more scenery as we pass lochs and have views of Ben Nevis on the way to a short stop in Fort William. Then through Glencoe before making a stop at Loch Lomond Shores. Then onto our overnight hotel, the 4-star Dryfesdale Country House Hotel.
The hotel sits amid 5 acres of magnificent grounds with stunning views of the Scottish countryside.
Monday We say goodbye to Scotland and return home.
Dunollie Hotel, Isle of
3-star hotel set by the serene waterside at the foot of Skye’s mountains. BAR | WIFI
Please see our errata and latest tour changes for our 2025-2026 Holiday Brochure (released in June 2025) Our online brochure and website itineraires has been updated and can be downloaded at: barnescoaches.co.uk/brochures
Amendments to our 2025-2026 printed Holiday Brochure Tour Page No. Correction
Isle of man - 09/05 06, Index This was for 2025, not 2026.
‘Useful to Know’ 05
Wheelchairs and motorised scooter paragraph - get to ONE of our main pickup points.
Thursford – 24/11/25 45 Xmas Xtras at hotel - entertainment is not every night.
Minehead 8/12/25 50 Return day is Friday not Monday.
Lincolnshire 60 Return day is Saturday not Monday.
Warners: Alvaston Hall 53 Return day is Monday not Sunday.
Cosy Breaks in Torbay 68 All dates are 2026 departures.
Weymouth 69 All dates are 2026 departures.
Isle of Man 79 This is a 2026 departure.
Paris 81 ‘5 days’ listed above price, This is a 4 day tour.
Lake Garda 83 ‘5 days’ listed above price, This is a 8 day tour. Inclusions box should read: Holiday includes return coach travel, channel crossings, tours as indicated and hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast, and evening meal.
We will pick you up from a central point (selected by us) in any town or village covered by the free pickup area below.
SAVE £20 PER PERSON with our Money-Saver Pickup Points listed below!
Our FREE PICKUP AREA is shown on the map below, if you live in the OUTER PICKUP AREA of our map, we will be able to pick you up for a small surcharge of £20 per person.
Our outer pickup area, pickup fee of £20pp.
LIVE OUTSIDE OF OUR PICKUP AREA?
Why not opt to stay at a local hotel within our pickup area map the night before & after yourholiday with us, we can then arrange a pickup & drop off from this point. See our website for our *Local Hotel Pickup Package* with the Blunsdon
Hotel.
Please visit our website to view our full holiday pickup area which covers: Wiltshire, Berkshire, Oxfordshire & Hampshire. You can also complete our precise postcode checker: barnescoaches.co.uk/holiday-pickups Or call our team on 01793 821303
If you would prefer to be picked up from one of the points listed below on a holiday tour 4 days & over, we can apply a £20 PER PERSON DISCOUNT to your booking as a thank you!
(These are also the points we are able to pick you up from if you are travelling with a mobility scooter.)
POINT ADDED! - Arle Court, (between Cheltenham & Gloucester)
• Swindon, Central Princes St
• Swindon, Greenbridge
• Aldbourne, The Square
• Blunsdon House Hotel
• Chieveley, Service Station
• Chisledon, Esso Station
• Cirencester, Co-op Petrol Station, A417
• Cricklade, Town Hall
• Highworth, Brewery Street Car Park
• Leigh Delamere, Service Station
• Marlborough, Polly Tea Rooms
• Newbury, The Wharf (Coach Bays)
SAVE £20 PER PERSON BY JOINING US AT A MONEY-SAVER PICKUP POINT LISTED HERE!
• Royal Wootton Bassett, The Crown
• Reading, Service Station
• Shrivenham, Barrington Arms
• Wroughton, Ellendune Centre
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