At the Mercure Holland House Hotel

Your Holiday Itinerary

Monday We travel to Bristol, a city straddling the River Avon in the southwest of England with a prosperous maritime history. We visit the central Shopping Quarter –a great place for shopping, with over 500 stores and more than 50 cafes and restaurants. The streets of the Old City remain much the same today as they were hundreds of years ago and are dotted with cobbled streets, secret alleys and interesting architecture. A Suggested Places to Discover: Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, the 18th century Georgian House Museum, the Red Lodge Museum with its Elizabethan ‘Knot’ Garden dating back to 1580. Also, for ‘art’ lovers why not discover Banksy’s famous ‘Well Hung Lover’ on the side of a building opposite City Hall and College Green and the magnificent Bristol Cathedral. In the afternoon we check in to our hotel for our overnight stay.

Tuesday After breakfast, we load the coach and then the morning is yours to explore Bristol a little more. Perhaps visit the Harbourside, an attractive, modern development filled with restaurants, bars, shops and hotels. Explore Millennium Square or some of the city’s world-class attractions such as Brunel’s SS Great Britain, Bristol Aquarium, Arnolfini, Spike Island, Watershed and M Shed. We meet again early afternoon and begin our journey home.

1 Night £149

What To See: A cosmopolitan city with a small-town feel, caught between the coast and the Cotswolds, it’s no wonder Bristol is one of Britain’s favourite places for a short break. The SS Great Britain is a historic passenger ship designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel – the longest passenger ship in the world from 1845 to 1854. After being used as an ocean-going craft travelling to the US and Australia, the SS ended her working days in the Falklands before being brought home to Bristol in 1970. One of Bristol’s most famous modern-day sons is Banksy – the street artist who turned graffiti into modern art. His handiwork is all over the city, and many visitors take an official walking tour or simply seek them out for themselves – Unlike art galleries, the walls of the city are always open. The artist’s ‘Grim Reaper’, ‘The Girl with The Pierced Eardrum’ and ‘Well Hung Lover’ are all easy to spot.

Bristol has a vibrant street art scene and for a mix of contemporary and modern history, the M Shed is a museum with enough on offer to entertain the whole family. It’s a former warehouse that was converted to a museum in 2011 and has a truly eclectic collection with Industrial shelving units housing all sorts of curios –from penny farthing bikes to old printing presses and even whale bones.

The Mercure Holland House Hotel, Bristol HHHH

Our hotel includes 1 Night Bed & Breakfast

If a waterside getaway with the charm and bustle of one of the UK’s most vibrant cities is what you’re after, then look no further. The Holland House Hotel perches proudly at the edge of Bristol Harbour, a colourful hub of culture and creativity. Like the city surrounding it, the hotel fuses classic and contemporary with ease, with 275 modern luxury rooms, just waiting to welcome you. The hotel has a state-of-the-art gym for the more energetic traveller, and a large, heated pool for a more relaxing time.

Supplements

Double for Sole Use: £40 | Holiday Insurance: £23 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Tour Departs: 9.00am

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Friday We journey south to Bath –a strikingly beautiful city with a rich history and abundance of exquisite architectural treasures including the ancient Roman baths, the majestic abbey and iconic Royal Crescent. The city’s compact centre is teeming with museums and galleries to discover alongside a superb range of places to eat and drink, plus some of the finest independent shops in Britain.

Returns By: 6.30pm

What To See: Bath is a great choice for a short city break. This ancient city has countless beautiful and historic attractions all within convenient walking distance. Visit the ancient Roman Baths, one of the most renowned of the city’s historic attractions or enjoy the architectural splendour of the iconic Royal Crescent and Pulteney Bridge. We also visit the City of Wells in Somerset with its historic centre, the magnificent cathedral, and the unique moated Bishop’s Palace. Wells is a medieval city nestling on the southern side of the Mendip Hills with the mystic Somerset Levels stretching away to the south and west.

Saturday Departing our hotel we visit the cathedral city of Wells, the smallest city in England. See the unique moated Bishop’s Palace and the magnificent cathedral, which provides the main focal point of the city and dates to the 13th century. The cobbled streets and medieval architecture are barely changed since the 14th century. We return home late afternoon.

Francis Hotel, Bath HHHH

Our hotel includes 1 Night Bed & Breakfast

Located on the prestigious Queen Square in the heart of Bath, the Grade 1 listed Francis Hotel opened in 1884 and remains one of the most famous hotels in the city. The hotel has stylish and well decorated bedrooms all equipped with air-conditioning, TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The brasserie-style restaurant is bright and traditional in design, the bar is stylish and cosy and there is also a luxurious lounge located to the front of the hotel. Lift access to all floors.

Supplements

Single Room: £75 | Holiday Insurance: £23 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Tour Departs: 9.00am

Returns By: 6.30pm

Chester City Break

At the Best Western Queen at Chester Hotel

Amphitheatre, view artefacts at The Grosvenor Museum or take a guided tour with the Dewa Experience. Alternatively, you could always take in the sights of Chester Cathedral and Chester Castle which are sure to impress. With a great selection of shops, restaurants and bars spread out amongst eye-catching black and white medieval buildings and unique Rows, Chester really does offer something for everyone.

Your Holiday Itinerary

Friday We drive to Chester, arriving late morning, where we are free to explore this wonderful city, before checking into our hotel for our overnight stay.

Saturday Additional free time to explore at leisure before returning home during the afternoon.

Best Western Queen at Chester Hotel HHHH

Our hotel includes 1 Night Bed & Breakfast

This city-centre hotel is located in Chester, close to St Paul’s Church and Eastgate Clock. Also nearby are Chester City Walls and Chester Cathedral. The Queen has a restaurant and a bar/lounge with lift to all floors.

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What To See: Chester is the perfect tourist destination for those looking to do a bit of sightseeing. As a former Roman fort, Chester offers an impressive historical background. The legacy of its Roman past is still clearly visible for visitors today, for instance Chester boasts the status of one of the best-preserved walled cities within the UK. If you want to delve into Chester’s historical past you can always visit the Roman

Manchester City Break

At the Indigo Hotel

Date & Price

Sun 10 – Mon 11 December 2023 1 Night £169

What To See: Located in the North West of England, Manchester is the UK’s sixth largest city and offers some of the country’s best shopping opportunities. With large shopping centres such as The Trafford Centre and The Arndale Centre, luxury department stores Harvey Nichols and Selfridges and popular high street shops including Topshop, Monsoon and River Island, there is something to suit every taste. Once the shops close Manchester is just as busy with a vast array of restaurants, bars, nightclubs and live music venues. It’s easy to see why Manchester is becoming one of the UK’s most popular city break destinations. In December Manchester is a great way to get in the festive spirit – from the Christmas markets of Albert Square and The Corn Exchange to the Spinningfields outdoor ice rink, there is something for all ages on this fantastic pre-festive break.

LIVERPOOL CITY BREAK At the Indigo Hotel

Liverpool

Sun 3 – Mon 4 September 2023

Date & Price

Single Room: £36 | Holiday Insurance: £23 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Tour Departs: 9.00am Returns By: 7.00pm

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Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We drive to Manchester, arriving late morning, where we are free to explore this wonderful city, before checking into our hotel for our overnight stay. Monday Additional free time to explore at leisure before returning home during the afternoon.

Indigo Hotel, Manchester City Centre Victoria HHHH

Our hotel includes 1 Night Bed & Breakfast

A luxury hotel in the heart of Manchester, where you can step into the glass-covered original courtyard and immerse yourself in the Victorian grade II listed building that combines iconic, industrialised architecture with contemporary, stateof-the-art design to give you a truly unique experience. All 187 rooms feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air-conditioning. Located close to Victoria Station there is an onsite brasserie, bar and coffee shop.

Supplements

Double for Sole Use: £25 | Holiday Insurance: £23 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Tour Departs: 9.30am

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Returns By: 6.30pm

Sunday We travel to Liverpool, where the remainder of the day is then free to unwind and hit the shops or explore the city’s world-class attractions.

Saturday Further time at leisure for shopping or sightseeing. Perhaps visit the World Museum, see the city’s cathedrals, take a Magical Mystery Tour, or enjoy a cruise on the Mersey. We depart during the late afternoon and commence our homeward journey.

Indigo

Hotel, Liverpool City Centre HHHH

Our hotel includes 1 Night Bed & Breakfast

1 Night £169

What To See: Liverpool is a city brimming with heritage and culture and is one of the most popular city break destinations in the UK. It has a strong maritime history with a stunning waterfront and amazing architecture as well as being a modern-day haven for shoppers, theatre goers and museum fans. With world-class attractions and exciting places to visit, a superb music scene, great bars and restaurants plus an amazing variety of shops, it’s no wonder that Liverpool is consistently ranked as one of the UK’s top city break destinations. Packed full of history and culture, the city is a delight to explore with a plethora of superb attractions including more museums and galleries than anywhere outside of London.

This stylish boutique hotel is located a short walk from Albert Dock. The rooms at Hotel Indigo have flat-screen TV’s with Sky channels, and hospitality trays, rainfall showers and a mini fridge. Guests can dine in the Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill, which offers cocktails, wines and hearty food. The Cotton Lounge also offers a range of drinks. The Tate is a 15-minute walk from Hotel Indigo Liverpool, whilst the Liverpool One shopping area is a 10-minute walk away.

Supplements

Double for Sole Use: £25 | Holiday Insurance: £23

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

Tour Departs: 9.00am

Returns By: 7.00pm

What To See: A beautiful walled city, York offers stunning scenery and architecture as well as modern shops and amenities. Why not take a stroll along the winding medieval streets and peruse the individual shops selling everything from exquisite art pieces to designer clothes. The gothic York Minster is a must see and York’s many museums and galleries are well worth a visit. There are also plenty of bars and restaurants dotted along the quaint streets of York.

Your Holiday Itinerary

Monday We drive to York, arriving late morning, where we are free to explore this wonderful city. Within this beautiful city over 2000 years of history are packed into its compact space. York Minster, the largest Gothic cathedral in northern Europe, welcomes over 2 million visitors a year, to walk under its gothic archway & admire the dizzyingly high ceilings. Visit some of the many famous museums within the city’s wall including the Jorvik Viking Centre or the National Railway Museum. Stroll through the Shambles, with is vast array of craft & gift shops, restaurants, clothing and sweet shops before making yourself at home in one of the charming tea rooms… York is just a great place to be!

Tuesday Additional free time to explore at leisure before returning home during the afternoon.

Located in the heart of York and an easy walk to both the Minster and Shambles. Facilities include a restaurant, bar and lounge. Mobility Grade: 5. The hotel has a lift to all floors and two dedicated disabled rooms, subject to availability.

Supplements

Double for Sole Use: £59 | Holiday Insurance: £23 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Tour Departs: 8.00am Returns By: 7.30pm a UNESCO World Heritage site, is recognised for its historic importance and as some of the finest surviving Norman architecture in Europe. Whilst Durham’s castle and cathedral are undoubtedly unmissable, the cobbled streets of its compact city centre –a designated conservation area – are lined with historic and listed buildings.

Your Holiday Itinerary

Friday We drive to Durham, arriving late morning, where we are free to explore this wonderful city, before checking into our hotel for our overnight stay. Saturday Additional free time to explore at leisure before returning home during the afternoon.

The Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham City Centre HHHH

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What To See: Durham, in the north east of England, is a city with ‘wow!’-factor. Visitors cannot fail to be impressed upon their first viewing: Durham is a beautiful city. It was founded at the end of the first century when monks from the ‘holy island’ of Lindisfarne chose an elevated peninsula on the River Wear to establish their new church; a resting place for the body of Saint Cuthbert. Today, Durham’s Castle and Cathedral complex,

CARDIFF CITY BREAK

Overlooking the River Wear right in the city centre, the 4-star Radisson Blu Hotel is the perfect place to unwind. Shop, dine and explore before taking a short walk back to your room to relax. Hotel amenities include restaurant & bar, heated indoor pool.

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Cardiff

Fri 3 – Sat 4 November 2023

Date & Price

What To See: We head to the delightful Welsh Capital for a fabulous weekend break staying in the very hear of the city. There will be free time to explore at your own pace.

Tour Departs: 7.30am

Returns By: 7.00pm

Friday We journey south west to Cardiff for an afternoon at leisure for shopping or to explore the city centre. You might like to visit the castle with its Norman Mote and tower, and the fine 19th century state apartments. Later, we continue to our hotel for our overnight stay.

Saturday After breakfast we visit the attractive Cardiff Bay waterfront area with its old wharfs, new piers and glass fronted restaurants. Here you’ll be free to discover the impressive Welsh Assembly buildings, the iconic Welsh Millennium Centre and the pretty Norwegian Church Art Centre. We return home during the afternoon.

The Angel Hotel, Cardiff HHHH

Enjoying a prime location in the heart of Cardiff, close to Cardiff Castle and the Millennium Stadium. Restaurant, bar, lounge/reception area. The streets around the hotel are level. 9 steps up to the hotel but wheelchair access available. Level access throughout the hotel with a lift to all floors.

Supplements

Single Room: £33 | Holiday Insurance: £23 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

Tour Departs: 8.45am

Returns By: 6.30pm