Self-Drive Experiences
16 tours from £549pp
We’re delighted to launch an exciting NEW collection of holidays to our range – Self-Drive Experiences! Combining the convenience of making your own way to your chosen destination with a fully escorted experience brimming with excursions while you’re there, it’s time to uncover the UK’s most spectacular locations.
Combining the best of both self-drive travel and coach holiday itineraries, our Self-Drive Experiences allow you to make your own way to your chosen holiday destination, with an included programme of fantastic excursions for the duration of your break. Flexible and convenient, travel to your hotel in a way that suits you, where you will be greeted by an experienced Tour Manager who will be with you throughout your journey. With hand-picked accommodation featuring superb facilities, enjoy a relaxing stay whilst exploring remarkable destinations in the comfort of your group.
Our Self-Drive Experiences feature:
- Flexible travel - simply make your own way there!
- Hand-picked accommodation with breakfast and evening meals
- Exciting excursions
- Coach transfers for our excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Full financial protection through our 100% secure Trust Account
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Journey through the Peak District and Derbyshire Dales on heritage railway lines from our lovely base, the Breadsall Priory Marriott Hotel.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Coach transfers for our excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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Heritage Railways of the Cotswolds and Avon Valley
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Experience the very best of Britain’s West Country with nostalgic rail journeys and gorgeous countryside surroundings from your 4-star hotel.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Coach transfers for our excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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Enjoy spectacular scenery from Mount Snowdon's summit and journey along the Welsh Highland Railway, staying at the lovely Llandudno Bay Hotel.
- 4 nights hotel with Welsh breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Coach transfers for our excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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Explore the fascinating sights and rolling scenery of Yorkshire onboard classic steam journeys such as the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Coach transfers for our excursions
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The Breadsall Priory Marriott offers the perfect base for rail rides and scenic walks through the incredible natural beauty of the Peak District.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals and 3 packed lunches
- Coach transfers for our excursions
- Services of two qualified walking guides and an experienced Tour Manager
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Join us on this relaxing break, featuring three river cruises along the beautiful Thames and included visits to Windsor Castle and Stonor Park.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 2 lunches, 1 afternoon tea and 4 evening meals
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Coach travel on excursions
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Enjoy leisurely cruises along the Thames, plus visits to Blenheim Palace, Windsor Castle and Oxford, on this delightful solo traveller tour.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals with an included drink
- Tea and coffee after dinner each night
- 3 lunches
- Sole use of your own room
- Entrance fees and coach travel for excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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From delightful Stratford-upon-Avon, enjoy journeys on the Countess of Evesham and Severn Valley Railway and a visit to Warwick Castle.
- 4 nights half-board accommodation
- Traditional Christmas lunch on board the Countess of Evesham
- Coach transfers for excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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Discover all the highlights of Stratford-upon-Avon on this fabulous New Year tour, staying at the gorgeous 4-star riverside hotel, Crowne Plaza.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals including a New Year's Eve Gala Dinner
- Coach transfers for our excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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Enjoy the perfect blend of incredible rail journeys and invigorating countryside walks on an adventure through the Yorkshire Dales.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals and 3 packed lunches
- Services of two experienced local walking guides and Tour Manager
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Travel onboard no less than five different railways on this tour along the beautiful Somerset and Devon coasts.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Coach transfers for our excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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From the Parsonage Hotel and Spa, enjoy Yorkshire’s great historic homes, Castle Howard and Fairfax House, and a spectacular steam train journey.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Coach transfers for our excursions
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From your fantastic 4-star base, board the charming Kent & East Sussex and Bluebell railways and discover Chartwell and Hever Castle.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Coach transfers for our excursions
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Unwind in lovely Norfolk with three railway journeys, a cruise on the Norfolk Broads, and visits to Oxburgh Hall and Sandringham Estate.
- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
- Coach transfers for our excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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This five-day rail holiday will see us visit some of Norfolk’s most iconic and well-known sights and enjoy a talk and Q&A led by Dr Lucy Worsley.
- 4 nights half-board accommodation
- Talk, Q&A and Sandringham visit with Dr Lucy Worsley
- Steam train journeys on the Bure Valley Railway and the Poppy Line
- Journey aboard the Bittern Line
- Cruise on the Southern Comfort Mississippi Paddle Boat
- Coach transfers for excursions
- Services of our experienced Tour Manager
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Journey on the Shakespeare Express from Derby to Stratford-upon-Avon and visit Bakewell and Chatsworth House on this wonderful break!
- 3 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 2 evening meals and 1 light supper with tea and coffee
- Return journey from Derby to Stratford-upon-Avon in Pullman Class seating
- Late-morning light brunch and afternoon tea on board the train
- Entrance fees and coach transfers for all excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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