5 days - from only £539pp
ABOUT THE TOUR
Christmas is a truly special time of year, whether you want to spend it with family, relax in your own company, or meet new people and new friends. Join us for a mulled wine and mince pie on arrival, Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, festive cream tea each day, and a small gift from Santa! Celebrate this magical time of year in St Ives, known for its arts scene, quaint cottages and winding alleys, and from our hillside position, our hotel has incredible views of pristine Porthminster Beach.
TOUR INCLUDES
Day 1:
Local departure by coach, then on to St. Ives and our hotel for four nights. We enjoy a mulled wine with a mince pie on arrival to get us into the Christmas spirit.
Included meals: Dinner
Day 2: Christmas Eve in Falmouth
Trip to the popular maritime resort of Falmouth, known for its deep-water harbour overlooked by Pendennis Castle, one of Henry VIII's forts. Falmouth's historic past is commemorated in its National Maritime Museum, a world class attraction offering unique interactive displays. Along the main high street there are quaint old shops standing beside famous stores, and as you walk along you will catch glimpses of the colourful harbour through the picturesque alleyways. Perfect to do a little Christmas Eve shopping or to simply enjoy the coastal views!
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Christmas Day at leisure
Merry Christmas! Relax in St. Ives, open some presents, tuck into a traditional turkey dinner, and enjoy the festive atmosphere in the hotel with your fellow travellers.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Boxing Day in Penzance
This morning we enjoy a trip to the ancient market town of Penzance. If the weather is in your favour why not explore Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens, otherwise the town is full of galleries, why not visit Newlyn Art Gallery and The Exchange. Stroll down Chapel Street to enjoy the shops, or enjoy some traditional Cornish fayre such as a pasty or seafood. We return to the hotel for a festive cream tea.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5:
We depart the hotel this morning, filled with magical Christmas memories, and return home.
Included meals: Breakfast
You will spend four nights in the St. Ives Bay Hotel in St. Ives.
Set on a cliff above St. Ives’ winding alleys, quaint cottages and boutiques, the St. Ives Bay Hotel sits in an exceptional location, across from the award-winning Porthminster Beach’s golden sands and turquoise waters. All the main attractions are within close proximity, and in less than 10 minutes, you can stroll down to the seafront for a walk around the town. The hotel has a restaurant which serves a delicious selection of breakfast and evening meals, and guests can enjoy a post-dinner drink or snack in the comfortable bar. After a busy day exploring the local sights, be sure to unwind with a refreshing drink on the courtyard terrace.
Travel from most joining points is included within your coach holiday price.
See our full list of our joining points.