5 days - from only £379pp
ABOUT THE TOUR
Eastbourne provides us with the perfect base from which to explore the delights of the South Coast, including historic Michelham Priory. With seven acres of beautiful grounds to explore and 800 years of fascinating history to uncover, you’re in for a fantastic experience! We also visit medieval Lewes and enjoy a tasting at Carr Taylor Wines.
TOUR INCLUDES
Day 1:
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to Eastbourne and our hotel for four-nights.
Included meals: Dinner
Day 2: Michelham Priory and Lewes
Included excursion to Michelham Priory, where the country's largest medieval water-filled moat surrounds a site steeped in history. Dating back to 1229, learn the fascinating stories of this wonderful location from the dissolution of the monasteries through to a place of refuge for evacuees from London.
We round off the day with a visit to medieval Lewes. Nestled amongst the South Downs, old English churches and a maze of tiny alleyways allow a true glimpse into the bygone days of Lewes.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Michelham Priory
Included Highlights
Day 3: Day at leisure or Brighton
Relax at leisure in seaside Eastbourne or perhaps join our optional excursion to vibrant Brighton.
Bursting with attractions from the extravagant Pavilion and interesting museums, to the beautiful beach and superb shopping in the historic Lanes, there is so much to see and do here! A city by the sea, there is an unmatched vibrancy here and this a popular destination for holiday-makers and day-trippers alike!
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
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The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in cash in Euros (for tours to Europe) or Sterling (for UK tours).
Day 4: Hastings and Carr Taylor Wines
We travel along the coast to Hastings. One of the old medieval Cinque Ports, the remains of William the Conqueror's first English castle still stand here today and there is an abundance of history to be discovered in the meandering alleyways of the Old Town.
We continue to call at Carr Taylor Wines, where we enjoy a taste of the delightful produce as well as refreshments with local cakes to round off the day!
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5:
Return home.
Included meals: Breakfast
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Burlington Hotel in Eastbourne.
Set in a beautiful Victorian building near the promenade, the Burlington Hotel is the perfect choice for any Eastbourne holiday. The hotel boasts stunning sea views which can be enjoyed from the restaurant, bar and coffee lounge, all of which offer great and varied menus. With enchanting décor, comfortable rooms and a friendly, sociable atmosphere, guests are guaranteed to enjoy a relaxing stay. Also a popular choice for its central location, the world-famous Carpet Gardens, Redoubt Fortress, iconic Eastbourne Pier and the town centre all within a short 10-minute walk.
Travel from most joining points is included within your coach holiday price.
See our full list of our joining points.