Short Breaks

Short and Sweet Holidays

192 tours from £249pp

You don’t have to get away for weeks at a time to enjoy a fun-packed holiday, in fact, you’ll be surprised at the experiences you can enjoy on a short break with Shearings. With our carefully crafted itineraries, we make sure that you will enjoy the very best of your chosen destination throughout the UK and Europe, giving you a great value holiday with no compromise.

Whether it’s a rendezvous in Paris, a beach break on the North Devon coast, a getaway to Ostend or even a trip to the spectacular Dutch Bulbfields, we’ve got a fantastic collection of short breaks to choose from, so why not find your perfect escape today?

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Visit the truly stunning Keukenhof Park with its beautiful floral displays, and enjoy the cosmopolitan city of Amsterdam in one short break.

  • 3 or 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
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Join the Snowdon Mountain Railway and admire the views. We also visit the Italianate village of Portmeirion.

  • 4 nights hotel with Welsh breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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This short break combines a visit to the house and gardens of Claude Monet with a full day in Versailles, home to the famous château!

  • Convenient local joining points
  • 3 or 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Uncover the rugged beauty of the Northumbrian Coast, famed for its golden sands, history and mystery, and visit the impressive Holy Island.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Taking in just over 500 miles of stunning scenery in the Scottish Highlands, the North Coast 500 is one of the world’s most beautiful road trips.

  • 7 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
  • 7 evening meals
  • 1 lunch
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotels

Departures:

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From our base in charming Whitby, take to the tracks aboard the North Yorkshire Moors Railway and admire the beautiful scenery.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Discover the stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, visit the magical Isle of Skye and admire the view of Eilean Donan Castle.

  • 5 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 5 evening meals, and 2 overnight stays in Northern England with breakfast and evening meal (South Departures: 8-Day Itinerary)
  • 4 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 4 evening meals (North Departures: 5-Day Itinerary)
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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From our base in stunning St Ives, we take in the beautiful Cornish coast and countryside including a trip to the tropical Isles of Scilly.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Set on a breathtaking Georgian bay, Weymouth is a firm favourite and a great base from which to explore the delights of Dorset.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Weston-super-Mare is a traditional seaside town with Somerset’s stunning scenery just on the doorstep, along with the cities of Bristol and Bath.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
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A celebration of music, dance, military pageantry – the Edinburgh Tattoo is always a unique and memorable experience.

  • 4 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
  • 3 evening meals
  • Porterage at the hotel
  • Local joining points

Departures:

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Discover Yorkshire’s highlights on this superb short break, with visits to York and Whitby, and a journey along the North Yorkshire Moors Railway.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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From Newquay, we discover some of Cornwall’s most popular attractions, including the Eden Project – home to plants from all over the world!

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Discover the beautiful Isle of Man, where we enjoy memorable rail journeys, seeing the island’s town and country, land and sea along the way.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Rediscover your 'joie de vivre' and join us on a holiday to the city of love, taking in the sights of the wonderful French capital of Paris.

  • 3 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • Convenient local joining points

Departures:

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From tales of pirates and smugglers to beautiful coastal towns, enjoy a combination of rich history and stunning scenery on this Cornish escape.

  • 4 nights hotel with English Breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Admire the Isle of Wight like never before as we chug through the countryside on board a lovingly restored vintage steam railway.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Enjoy the best of North Yorkshire with this fantastic break. From our base in Whitby, we explore the North York Moors and Scarborough.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Delve into a Devon cream tea on this exciting tour and discover the very best of Torquay, also including a harbour cruise in Plymouth.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
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Enjoy time exploring the delightful resort of Ostend and the beautiful medieval city of Bruges, with its canals and cobbled streets.

  • 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast and 4 evening meals
  • 5 included drinks per day (lager beer, red or white wine, soft drinks, coffee, tea)
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
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The Isle of Wight boasts Royal connections through its association with Queen Victoria who made Osborne House a home with Prince Albert.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
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The romantic gardens of Cornwall exude a timeless, magical quality and on this holiday we visit some of the finest gardens the region has to offer.

  • 7 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 7 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
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Enjoy a visit to the picture-postcard town of Tobermory on magical Mull and take in the magnificent surrounding scenery of the Scottish Highlands.

  • 4 nights hotel and Scottish breakfast and 4 evening meals (5-day breaks from North)
  • 5 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 5 evening meals and 2 overnights stays in northern England with breakfast and evening meal (8-day break from South)
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
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Relax in the lovely town of Valkenburg and enjoy excursions to the wonderful towns and cities of Aachen, Monschau and Maastricht.

  • 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 3 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
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Discover the pretty coastal resorts of delightful Eastbourne and beautiful Brighton on this charming 5-day break.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
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The Royal Palaces of London are remarkable! Join us as we discover some of the city’s finest buildings, including Buckingham Palace.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Porterage at the hotel
  • Local joining points

Departures:

  • 2025
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Discover the beautiful Antrim Coast with its stunning seascapes and the magnificent Giant’s Causeway, before exploring vibrant Belfast.

  • 4 nights hotel with Irish breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
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Discover the elegance of York with its marvellous Minster and the quirky Shambles, before exploring seaside Whitby.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Porterage at the hotel (at Norbreck)
  • Local joining points

Departures:

  • 2025
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With golden sandy beaches, sheltered coves and seaside attractions, St Ives is one of the country’s most popular holiday destinations.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
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Take in beautiful lochs, majestic mountains and idyllic glens as we enjoy a ride on one of the most scenic rail journeys in Scotland.

  • 4 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 4 evening meals (North Departures: 5-Day Itinerary)
  • 5 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 5 evening meals, and 2 overnight stays in Northern England with breakfast and evening meal (South Departures: 8-Day Itinerary)
  • Porterage at the hotel
  • Local joining points

Departures:

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Sit back, relax and take in the scenery of North Wales from the tracks as we enjoy splendid journeys around this wonderful region.

  • 7 nights hotel with Welsh breakfast
  • 7 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Discover the best of North Wales from Warner’s Bodelwyddan Castle, a Grade II listed Victorian building, complete with walled gardens and sweeping lawns.

  • 4 nights hotel with Welsh breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points

Departures:

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Share amazing experiences with like-minded people as we discover some of the finest cities and towns that Yorkshire has to offer.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Enjoy a slice of luxury on this fantastic tour staying at Warner's Norton Grange, with its chalet-style accommodation, fantastic on-site restaurant and daily leisure activities.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Enjoy the best of Paris, the exquisite Palace of Versailles with its sumptuous interior, and Monet’s garden at Giverny.

  • 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 3 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Follow in the footsteps of Robert the Bruce and William Wallace on this unique tour exploring Scotland's ancient past.

  • 4 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Relax on the 'diamond' Isle of Wight, journey through the scenic countryside aboard the steam railway, and enjoy a visit to Osborne House.

  • 7 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 7 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Explore Ireland’s most famous coast and see the spectacular sights of the Beara Peninsula and the renowned Ring of Kerry.

  • 5 nights hotel with Irish breakfast
  • 5 evening meals (2025)
  • 4 evening meals (2026)
  • Regional joining points

Departures:

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The Royal Yacht Britannia has provided the stunning setting for glittering state visits, Royal honeymoons and relaxing family holidays!

  • 4 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • 3 nights entertainment
  • Return coach travel

Departures:

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Absorb the spectacular countryside from aboard the railways of the Bluebell Line and the Kent & East Sussex Railway.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

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Set in 24 hectares of magnificent parkland and exquisite gardens, visit Sandringham, perhaps the most famous stately home in Norfolk.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • 2 nights entertainment
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Make it a Christmas to remember in spectacular Windermere in the Lake District on this 5-day festive coach break.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Mulled wine and a mince pie on arrival
  • Traditional Christmas Lunch with all the trimmings
  • A visit from Santa
  • Festive cream tea on two days
  • One night live entertainment
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Enjoy a little break in between Christmas and New Year with our Twixmas holiday to Blackpool, making the most of the festive season.

  • 3 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 3 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Explore the delights of St Ives and enjoy the sociable atmosphere on this fantastic New Year coach holiday.

  • 3 nights hotel with English breakfast or brunch
  • 3 evening meals including a 5-course New Year’s Eve Dinner with drinks reception
  • Buck’s Fizz on arrival
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2024
    • Jan
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    • Mar
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    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
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  • 2025
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Enjoy fun-filled celebrations over the Christmas period in Portpatrick, an attractive village wrapped around a picturesque harbour on the coast of Galloway.

  • 4 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Mulled wine and a mince pie on arrival
  • Traditional Christmas Lunch with all the trimmings
  • A visit from Santa
  • Festive cream tea on two days
  • One night live entertainment
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2024
    • Jan
    • Feb
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    • Apr
    • May
    • Jun
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    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Aug
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    • Oct
    • Nov
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Discover the colourful island of Jersey with its sandy beaches and rugged coastline, and the charming town of St. Helier.

  • 7 nights hotel with breakfast
  • 7 evening meals
  • Porterage at the hotel
  • Local joining points

Departures:

  • 2025
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Enjoy a magical Christmas in the lovely seaside resort of Llandudno, with visits to beautiful Snowdonia and Anglesey.

  • 4 nights hotel with Welsh breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Traditional Christmas Lunch with all the trimmings
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2024
    • Jan
    • Feb
    • Mar
    • Apr
    • May
    • Jun
    • Jul
    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2025
    • Jan
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Enjoy a traditional Cornish cream tea on this delightful break staying in St Mawes, also visiting charming Padstow and historic Truro.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Cornish Cream Tea at Healeys Cyder Farm
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Mar
    • Apr
    • May
    • Jun
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    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2026
    • Jan
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    • Jun
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    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
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Admire the beautiful South Coast of England with a cruise aboard the Dorset Queen and see Millionaire's Row and the five islands of Poole Harbour.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Jun
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    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2026
    • Jan
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Discover the very best of Northumberland's stunning coastline from your base at the award-winning Bamburgh Castle Inn.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Nov
    • Dec

With its majestic old towns, sleepy countryside and elegant seaside resorts, Normandy is the ideal destination for a short break in France.

  • 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 3 evening meals
  • Local joining points

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2026
    • Jan
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Explore the magnificent Scottish Highlands as we discover the spectacular scenery with two included cruises.

  • 5 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 5 evening meals, and 2 overnight stays in Northern England with breakfast and evening meal (South Departures: 8-Day Itinerary)
  • 4 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 4 evening meals (North Departures: 5-Day Itinerary)
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2026
    • Jan
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Explore the best of the South East of Ireland, famous for its history, with highlights including medieval Kilkenny and Viking Waterford.

  • 5 nights hotel with Irish breakfast
  • 4 or 5 evening meals
  • Porterage at the hotel
  • Regional joining points

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Aug
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    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2026
    • Jan
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One of the greatest railway journeys in the world, travel in style aboard the famous Jacobite Steam Railway from Fort William to the fishing port of Mallaig.

  • 4 nights hotel and Scottish breakfast and 4 evening meals (5-day breaks from North)
  • 5 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast and 5 evening meals and 2 overnights stays in northern England with breakfast and evening meal (8-day break from South)
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Mar
    • Apr
    • May
    • Jun
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    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2026
    • Jan
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    • Nov
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Explore the glorious North East from our scenic riverside setting in the heart of Hadrian’s Wall Country, and discover the wonderful Northumberland Coast.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Oct
    • Nov
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Combining charming towns and mountain scenery, enjoy the Irish delights of County Down, Belfast, the Giant’s Causeway, Derry and Dublin.

  • 5 nights hotel with Irish breakfast
  • 4 evening meals for 2023 tours or 5 evening meals for 2024 tours
  • Porterage at the hotel
  • Regional Joining Points

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Mar
    • Apr
    • May
    • Jun
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    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2026
    • Jan
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    • Nov
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Enjoy a wonderful stay right in the heart of Bath and explore both the beautiful Cotswolds and Somerset on this fantastic break.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals - buffet style
  • Porterage at the hotel
  • Local joining points

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec

Start your New Year in style on this exciting holiday to the popular coastal resort of Scarborough – fantastic memories guaranteed!

  • 3 nights hotel with English breakfast or brunch
  • 3 evening meals including a 5 course New Year’s Eve Dinner with drinks reception
  • Buck’s Fizz on arrival
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2024
    • Jan
    • Feb
    • Mar
    • Apr
    • May
    • Jun
    • Jul
    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2025
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Celebrate this magical time of year in Bideford, home to Butcher’s Row with its artisan studios offering local and on-site made gifts.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings
  • Festive entertainment
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2024
    • Jan
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    • Nov
    • Dec

All aboard as we chug through the pretty Bure Valley before exploring the Norfolk Broads with a cruise, passing the villages and windmills that dot this wetland.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Entertainment on 2 nights
  • APRIL DATES ONLY -99p Bar (on selected drinks) for 3hrs each evening
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Jun
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    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec

Discover the best of the North West on this short break, combining a stay in Blackpool with the Lake District and the East Lancashire Railway.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
    • Feb
    • Mar
    • Apr
    • May
    • Jun
    • Jul
    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2026
    • Jan
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    • Aug
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    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec

Get a taste for the North East as we visit delightful Durham, historic Barnard Castle and the fascinating Beamish Open Air Museum.

  • 4 nights hotel with 4 English breakfasts
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Nov
    • Dec

Experience the charm of the countryside and take in the outstanding natural beauty of the coast as we explore some of Ireland’s most sensational destinations.

  • 5 nights hotel with Irish breakfast
  • 5 evening meals (2025)
  • 4 evening meals (2026)
  • Regional joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
    • Feb
    • Mar
    • Apr
    • May
    • Jun
    • Jul
    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2026
    • Jan
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    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
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Explore the Lake District from the water and the tracks with a journey on board the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway and a cruise along the famous waters.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
    • Feb
    • Mar
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    • Jun
    • Jul
    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec

See the unforgettable Thursford Spectacular and relax in Great Yarmouth.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • Mulled wine and mince pie on arrival
  • Turkey and Tinsel package including Christmas dinner
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2024
    • Jan
    • Feb
    • Mar
    • Apr
    • May
    • Jun
    • Jul
    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec

Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year in the company of new friends on this fantastic Christmas break to St Ives.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 3-course dinner each evening
  • Traditional 4-course Christmas Day lunch
  • Mulled wine and a mince pie on arrival
  • 2 festive cream teas
  • A gift from Santa
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
    • Feb
    • Mar
    • Apr
    • May
    • Jun
    • Jul
    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec

Welcome the New Year with a bang on this exciting break which includes Buck’s Fizz on arrival, a 5-course New Year’s Eve dinner and drinks reception!

  • 3 nights hotel with English breakfast or brunch
  • 3 evening meals including New Year’s Eve Dinner
  • Buck’s Fizz on arrival
  • New Year’s drink reception and entertainment
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2024
    • Jan
    • Feb
    • Mar
    • Apr
    • May
    • Jun
    • Jul
    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec

Welcome the New Year with a bang with a fantastic break in Portpatrick, a beautiful village on the coast of Galloway.

  • 3 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast or brunch
  • 3 evening meals including a 5 course New Year’s Eve Dinner with drinks reception
  • Buck’s Fizz on arrival
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2024
    • Jan
    • Feb
    • Mar
    • Apr
    • May
    • Jun
    • Jul
    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2025
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    • Nov
    • Dec

Celebrate the festive season early in the stunning Lake District, with visits to Keswick, Ambleside and more.

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Festive welcome and treat on arrival
  • Festive entertainment on some evenings
  • Christmas dinner with all the trimmings
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2024
    • Jan
    • Feb
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    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec

Discover the charm, luck and hospitality of the Irish in Waterford, Kilkenny and, of course, the Irish capital, Dublin, on this incredible holiday dedicated to the solo traveller.

  • 5 nights hotel with Irish breakfast
  • 5 evening meals
  • No single supplement and sole use of your own room
  • Regional joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

  • 2025
    • Jan
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    • Mar
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    • May
    • Jun
    • Jul
    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec
  • 2026
    • Jan
    • Feb
    • Mar
    • Apr
    • May
    • Jun
    • Jul
    • Aug
    • Sep
    • Oct
    • Nov
    • Dec

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