Keen gardeners will find much of interest at this Grade 1 listed garden which offers 20 acres filled with rare and exotic plants from all over the world.  The garden is a mixture of formal and informal, with charming walled garden walks and spectacular woodland valley views, world famous for its camellia groves and magnolias, and noted for its rhododendron and hydrangea collections.  A short coach ride away is the famous Swannery, home to 600 mute swans.  At the time of our visit you may be lucky enough to see fluffy cygnets hatching from eggs in nests on or near the pathways. Our excursion allows time for the mass feeding session at 4.00pm. 

A comfort stop is included in both directions.

Coach tickets includes entrance into both venues

Amiens is a French town with a difference - known as little Venice of the North, due to the Hortillonnages, an area over 300 hectares of small islands criss-crossed by 65 km of canals which can be explored either by walking or by traditional boat.  The author Jules Verne wrote most of his award winning books here, and you can visit the house where he lived and wrote which holds many memories of his life.  Other Amiens attractions include the Atelier Claude Barre workshops, where you can see skilled craftsmen making stained glass using traditional methods, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Millennium Clock. 

We aim to give you 4 hours to explore this delightful town and enjoy some traditional French cuisine for lunch.

Enjoy the sights of this unique city, having travelled through some stunning countryside on the coach journey.  A Georgian city with Roman foundations, Bath’s hot springs, Roman Baths, splendid Abbey and Georgian stone crescents have attracted visitors for centuries.  Set in rolling Somerset countryside, it is a beautiful and unforgettable place to visit, brimming with things to do and see.  In addition to the famous Baths you could pay a visit to the Jane Austen Centre, view a world class collection of contemporary and historical dress at the Fashion Museum, or enjoy a meal in the oldest house in Bath, Sally Lunn’s Refreshment House and Museum.  The city centre is compact and most sights are within easy walking distance.  You will be dropped in the centre of Bath, at the Coach Park, allowing you plenty of free time to wander at your leisure around the historic city.

A comfort stop is included in both directions

By popular demand we are repeating our Battlefield Tour of the Somme excursion with our experienced drivers providing a commentary of interesting historical facts about the battles and cemeteries.  The tour will include visits to: Vimy Ridge, the stunningly beautiful Canadian memorial where the central statue of a woman represents Canada, a young nation mourning her dead; Dartmoor Cemetery, formerly known as the Becordel-Becourt Military Cemetery, used by the battalions holding that part of the line in August 1915; Albert village where you can opt to see the local Somme 1916 Trench Museum, (NB entrance to the Museum is 5 Euros and is not included in the coach ticket price); the massive Lochnager Crater, the largest crater on the Western Front where 74,000 lbs of high explosive was detonated prior to an attack; Fricourt the once resting place of the famous Red Baron; Guillemont the cemetery where Raymond Asquith fell, the son of the Primeminister Herbert Asquith in 1916; Thiepval Memorial to the missing of the Somme, an imposing monument of brick and stone so tall it is visible for several kilometres in every direction; The Ulster Tower a memorial to the men of the 36th (Ulster) Division where you will have plenty of time to purchase refreshment in the Ulster Tower Visitor Centre; and the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial Park, a memorial site dedicated to the commemoration of Newfoundland forces members who were killed during World War I

Wet weather clothing and suitable footwear are recommended.

Owing to the packed itinerary it is recommended you bring your own picnic lunch, we will however take a refreshment stop at the Ulster Tower Visitor Centre.

A day at Beaulieu National Motor Museum is made even more fascinating by an exhibition of genuine James Bond film vehicles and props. Get close to the glamorous and lethal tools of the trade of 007's secret world – many of which you will remember from your favourite Bond films: the 1937 Phantom III Rolls Royce from Goldfinger, the Aston Martin DBS from Quantum of Solace, and the Lotus submarine car from The Spy Who Loved Me, to mention a few, plus a genuine shooting script from the making of Thunderball.  Regular attractions at the Museum include Formula One racing cars and great motoring treasures, with the opportunity to explore the world of Top Gear with vehicles from some of the show’s most ambitious challenges and behind the scenes footage from the Top Gear Production Zone.

Away from the cars you can enjoy the historic Palace House, historic home of the Montagu family, and explore the colourful Victorian flower and kitchen gardens, take time out to relax in the peaceful cloisters planted with fragrant herbs and learn about the lifestyle of the Cistercian monks of Beaulieu Abbey.

Coach ticket includes admission

Soak up the atmosphere of the one of England's largest stately homes.  Blenheim Palace in Woodstock, is a unique example of English Baroque architecture set in over 2000 acres of beautiful Capability Brown landscaped grounds.  The magnificent Palace is surrounded by sweeping lawns, award-winning formal gardens and the great Lake, offering an unforgettable day out for all.  Inside the Palace you can experience the life stories of the illustrious Marlborough family and of the household staff who lived there as “Blenheim Palace: the untold story” brings to life enticing tales from the last 300 years.  Refreshments and lunches can be purchased from The Water Terraces Restaurant, The Pleasure Gardens Café or The Pantry.  After lunch take a stroll around the park and formal gardens and be sure to visit the many unique gift shops Blenheim has to offer. 

Coach ticket includes admission.

Take advantage of this opportunity to beat the crowds and do some early Christmas shopping.  Decide on the day which shopping centre to visit; you will have 5-6 hours to shop till you drop, with plenty of space in the coach’s luggage compartments for all your purchases.

Bluewater is the leading shopping and leisure destination in Europe.  Explore over 330 stores including House of Fraser, M&S and John Lewis, in a warm and welcoming atmosphere with plenty of places to snack, lunch or grab a coffee and watch the world go by. 

Lakeside Thurrock’s flagship Debenhams store is the largest in the south east.  The centre also includes House of Fraser, Primark, M&S, Next, BHS, Boots and Argos. Its Boardwalk and Food Court areas offer a wide range of places to eat and snack.

We give you the opportunity to visit Bruges via the Eurotunnel.  It is almost as if the World Heritage City waits until winter, when the crowds have gone, to reveal its most charming side. 

Upon visiting Bruges, you will immediately notice that this city has always carefully cherished its architectural and artistic treasures from the past.

Bruges, also known as “The Venice of The North” boasts some amazing Flemish architecture, winding cobbled streets and fantastic squares.  We give you the opportunity to admire Bruges’ architectural and artistic treasures from the past, with plenty of time to shop for your Belgian chocolate, waffles, beer and other goods.  Walk along the maze of winding cobbled alleys, take a horse-drawn carriage ride (look out for the horse fountain) or enjoy a different perspective by taking a canal boat ride around its virtually unspoilt backwaters and romantic canals, and you might imagine yourself transported back to medieval times within this beautiful historic city, before it is time to come home.

Just in time for Christmas we give you the opportunity to visit Bruges Christmas market.  It is almost as if the World Heritage City waits until winter, when the crowds have gone, to reveal its most charming side.  From the end of November, the Market Square and the Simon Stevin Square are magically transformed into an attractive Christmas market where you’ll enjoy the charming atmosphere and find all kinds of special Christmas presents as well as stocking up on that essential Belgian chocolate.  There’s even an open air ice rink for the intrepid.