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Castle Combe, Wiltshire. See page 8
Paignton & Devon Highlights. See page 5 Royal Windsor & Kew Gardens. See page 7 England’s Mighty Castles. See page 9
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Dear Holidaymaker
Introduction
We are pleased to present our New and Extended 2018 Brochure. K&B Travel is a local, family-run business which has been established
This year we are able to include new destinations with new itineraries for over 30 years. We pride ourselves on customer service which starts
and ‘included excursions’, all in our modern tour coaches with in our booking office and continues throughout your holiday with our
extended legroom. pleasant and knowledgeable tour drivers.
We believe that this year’s brochure has holidays of varying interests To all of our regular clients we would like to thank you for your
and has been assembled with both quality and value for money continued custom, it is greatly appreciated. To any new clients
in mind. considering a holiday with us we would like to welcome you to K&B
Travel, and we will be happy to assist you with any requirements that
We are offering an extended range of cruises together with European you may have. We would like to assure you all of our best service at
destinations along with traditional UK and Ireland holidays, and short all times.
breaks. Back again for this year are the ever-popular one- and two-
night Mystery Breaks. The K&B Team
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Coach Pick Up Points
• Appleby – The Sands Penrith Booking Office
• Aspatria – Car park next to the Co-op
• Brough – The Monument 33 King Street
• Carlisle – The old Lonsdale Cinema
Penrith, Cumbria CA11 7AY
• Cockermouth – Main Street (outside Boots)
• Gretna – Bus Stop beyond Gateway Village on the road to Gretna Tel: 01768 868600 or 01768 865446
Green (Northbound only)
• Keswick – Coach park next to Booths Email: info@kbtravel.co.uk
• Kendal – Sands Avenue or visit us online at
• Kirkby Stephen - Market Square
• Maryport – Outside the Co-op www.kbtravel.co.uk
• Penrith – Sandgate Bus Station
• Shap – Memorial Hall
Hours:
• Tebay – M6 Junction 38 Truck Services Monday – Friday 9.00am – 5.00pm Saturday
• Wigton – Old Bus Station 9.30am – 3.30pm
• Whitehaven – Old Bus Station
• Workington – Seaton Bus Stop (by Marks & Spencer)
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Section Date Days Destination Page
Contents
England
Evesham Blossom Trail 29 April – 2 May 4 Evesham 4
Cambridge Spa Break 7 – 9 May 3 Cambridge 4
Kent’s Gardens, Wines and Railway Lines 20 – 24 May 5 Ashford 4
Bournemouth and the South Coast 3 – 9 June 7 Bournemouth 5
Paignton and Devon Highlights 4 – 8 June 5 Paignton 5
Norfolk Royals, Rails, Sails and Sands 8 – 12 June 5 Norwich 5
Richard III and the War of the Roses 11 – 15 June 5 Tamworth 6
Middle England and Burghley House 6 – 8 July 3 Leicester 6
Yorkshire Rails, Sails and Ales 9 – 13 July 5 Leeds 6
Scenic Shropshire and Steam Trains 16 – 20 July 5 Telford 7
Royal Windsor and Kew Gardens 20 – 23 July 4 South West London 7
England’s South Downs and the Sapphire Gin Tour 27 – 29 July 3 Bracknell 7
Bustling Bristol, Avon and Somerset 27 – 30 July 4 Bristol 8
Woburn Safari Park, Abbey and Wrest Park & Gardens 10 – 13 August 4 Hatfield 8
The Magical Isle of Man 12 – 16 August 5 Isle of Man 8
Wonderful Wiltshire Houses and Gardens 17 – 20 August 4 Swindon 9
England’s Castles and Stately Homes 27 – 31 August 5 Bracknell 9
Cars, Churchill and the Cotswolds 9 – 13 September 5 Banbury 9
The South Downs, Portsmouth and Isle of Wight 13 – 17 Sep (other TBC) 5 Langstone Harbour 10
Leeds, York and Grassington Christmas Markets 17 – 19 November 3 Leeds, York, Grassington 10
Scotland
Loch Lomond, Edinbugh & the Scottish Borders Railway 17 – 21 June 5 Rosebank 10
Oban, Mull and the sacred isle of Iona 2 – 6 July 5 Oban 11
The Edinburgh Tattoo 9 – 10 August 2 Edinburgh 11
Dunoon, Argylll and the beautiful Isle of Bute 13 – 17 August 5 Dunoon 11
Steam in Scotland 15 – 19 October 5 Newtonmore 12
Oban House Party 29 Oct – 2 Nov 5 Oban 12
Twixmas in Blairgowrie 27 – 30 December 4 Blairgowrie 12
Wales
Llandudno and North Wales 1 – 4 May 4 Mold 13
Captivating Cardiff 21 –25 June 5 Cardiff 13
Welsh Highlands, Anglesey and Puffin Island 2 – 6 July 5 Mold 13
Llangollen River and Rail 16 – 20 July 5 Mold 14
Ireland
Tralee and the Dingle Peninsula 29 April – 4 May 6 Tralee 14
Northern Ireland in a Nutshell 3 – 6 June 4 Belfast 14
Killarney and the Ring of Kerry 30 Sep – 7 Oct 7 Killarney 15
Europe and the Channel Islands
Bulbfields and Windmills 26 April – 1 May 6 Dordrecht 15
Jersey Various 8 St Helier 15
Disneyland Paris 6 –9 August 4 Paris 16
Paris and Prix de l’Arc De Triomphe 4 –9 October 6 Paris 16
European Christmas Markets 9 – 15 December 7 Valkenburg 16
Cruises
Majestic Fjordland 12 – 19 May 8 Norway 17
Baltic cities and St Petersburg 19 May – 2 June 15 Various – see itinerary 17
Spain, Portugal and Gibraltar 29 July – 11 August 13 Various – see itinerary 17
Canary Islands and Madeira 10 – 25 August 16 Various – see itinerary 18
Brugge Mini-Cruise 8 – 10 October 8 Brugge 19
Amsterdam Mini Cruise 5 – 7 November 3 Amsterdam 19
Mystery Weekend Breaks
Two-day Mystery Breaks Various 2 ? 20
Three-day Mystery Breaks Various 3 ? 20
London Weekends
Five,three-night breaks in London Various 3 London 20
Away Days
A selection of thirty three days away Various 1 Various 21
Terms and Conditions
Important information 22 – 23
Booking Form 24
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Evesham Blossom Trail Date: 29th April – 2nd May 2018 (four days)
England
Spectacular countryside combined with fine displays
of blossom, and with guided tours to well known places
of interest, this is a fascinating, yet relaxing tour.
Day 1 We head south with comfort stops en route before reaching our
lunch stop in Lichfield. We travel on to The National Arboretum before a
short transfer to our hotel at Stourport-on-Severn.
Day 2 A full day’s guided tour of the Blossom Trail around the Vale of
Evesham. Our journey takes in well known places such as Broadway and
Pershore. We have comfort and lunch stops en route.
Day 3 We visit nearby Stratford-upon-Avon and after lunch we embark
on a guided tour of the Archers’ Country as we take in many venues
from the popular radio series.
At a glance
• Three nights, half-board accommodation Day 4 We head to Ludlow with a visit to the Food Market Centre then
• Guided tour of the Evesham Blossom Trail past Shrewsbury on our way along the Welsh Marches to Chester for a
• Visit to Stratford-upon-Avon late lunch. We arrivie back in Cumbria early evening.
• Guided tour of Archers’ country Hallmark Hotel, Stourport-on-Severn
• Visits to Lichfield, The National Arboretum and Chester Our hotel is the 72 bedroomed Hallmark Hotel, Stourport Manor,
• Luxury executive coach travel throughout Stourport-on-Severn which is set in 23 acres of wonderful grounds.
• £275.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
double bedroom. £65.00 single room supplement.
Cambridge Spa Break Date: 7th – 9th May 2018 (three days)
One of our popular spa breaks where you can enjoy the
facilities that our spa hotel offers, or join us on an excursion
around the area.
Day 1 We stop in Richmond for coffee and Newark for lunch, before
we journey on to the Cambridge Belfry Hotel.
Day 2 Make use of the leisure facilities at the hotel or join us as we head
to Ely. We journey through Cambridgeshire before stopping in Cambridge
with some free time to explore.
Day 3 We call at Lincoln for lunch before arriving home early evening.
The Belfry, Cambridge
Our hotel boasts a stunning lakeside location on the outskirts of
At a glance Cambridge and the 120 bedrooms are to a high standard. The health
• Two nights dinner, bed and breakfast club at the hotel is the ideal place to work off those stresses and relax
• Use of spa and leisure facilities both body and mind. The spa is home to a fabulous health club, seven
(treatments need to be booked direct with the hotel) spa treatment rooms, one double spa treatment room, a relaxation room,
•E xcursions as listed indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room.
•E xecutive coach travel throughout
•£ 219.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
double bedroom. £45.00 single room supplement.
Kent’s Gardens, Wines and Railway Lines Date: 20th – 24th May 2018 (five days)
A perfect blend of imposing castles, fine gardens, glorious
coastline and rolling meadows come together along with a
chance to taste some of Britain’s finest wines.
Day 1 Richmond for coffee is followed by lunch in Newark. We complete
our journey by crossing the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge at Darford to our
hotel at Ashford in Kent.
Day 2 Firstly to Canterbury with free time to explore. Afterwards we
visit nearby Leeds Castle described as “the loveliest castle in the world”,
dating back 900 years and set in 500 acres of parkland.
Day 3 Through rolling Kent countryside to Bodlam and its castle for an
included 50 minute steam train ride through the Rother Valley on the
‘The Jewel of the Weald’. Then on to Great Dixterto for hall and gardens
At a glance
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast Day 4 We visit the famous gardens at Sissinghurst (castle entry
• Entry to Leeds Castle, Sissinghurst Castle and Great Dixter included). After lunch we head to the Hush Heath Winery with 400 acres
Hall, as well as their gardens of vineyards and orchards. Guided tour and tasting session included.
• Visit to Hush Heath Vineyard and a steam train journey Day 5 Back to Cumbria with comfort and lunch stops en route.
• Executive Coach travel throughout
Holiday Inn, Ashford
• £379.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
Transformed from a 17th century barn nestling in the Kent countryside,
double bedroom. £80.00 single room supplement. the hotel has 103 bedrooms; each of which is tastefully furnished,
comfortable and with all the amenities which make for a relaxing stay.
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Bournemouth and the South Coast Date: 3rd – 9th June 2018 (seven days)
England
Long sandy beaches and stunning coastal scenery make this a
relaxing break. Excursions include Salisbury, Portsmouth and
the New Forest with plenty of time to relax along the seafront.
Day 1 We stop at Warwick for a late lunch then arrive in Bournemouth
late afternoon with comfort stops en route.
Days 2 and 3 Days at leisure.
Day 4 Through the New Forest before passing Southampton to
Portsmouth for lunch and the afternoon. Visit the Spinnaker Tower
and the Historic Dockyards.
Day 5 A full day tour taking in Salisbury and on past Stonehenge
on our way to Winchester for the afternoon.
At a glance Day 6 A final day at leisure in Bournemouth.
• Six nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Visits to Salisbury, Porstmouth, Winchester, Warwick, Day 7 We call into Stratford-upon-Avon for an early lunch with time
the New Forest and Stratford-upon-Avon to explore arriving back in Cumbria early evening.
• Luxury executive coach travel throughout Suncliff Hotel, Bournemouth
• £479.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or Located on the prestigious seafront overlooking Bournemouth Bay,
double bedroom. Single room supplement – Nil (limited). the traditional, 114 bedroomed, hotel offers comfortable and versatile
bedrooms, as well as indoor leisure facilities.
Paignton and Devon Highlights Date: 4th – 8th June 2018 (five days)
We visit museums, a cathedral as well as enjoying a steam train,
a boat ride and of course cream teas on The English Riviera.
Day 1 An early morning departure from Cumbria with comfort and lunch
stops before we arrive in Paignton at our hotel – The Torbay Court.
Day 2 We board the steam train to Dartmouth where, crossing the
river on the foot ferry, we join our river boat for a circular cruise before
rejoining our steam train back to Paignton. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 3 Powderham Castle on the River Ex then Exeter for lunch, a visit
to the cathedral and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery.
Day 4 Around the bay to Torquay to visit the Torquay Museum with the
rest of the day free to explore the town and its harbour and marina.
At a glance Day 5 We begin our journey home we make comfort and lunch stops
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast en route, arriving back in Cumbria early evening.
• Excursions as listed
• Entertainment in the hotel most nights The Torbay Court, Paignton
• Executive coach travel throughout Centrally situated in Torbay, our hotel is only a few minutes level
walk from Paignton seafront. The comfortably appointed 58 en-suite
• £360.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
bedrooms have all the usual facilities along with a lift to each floor.
double bedroom. Single room supplement – Nil (limited).
Norfolk Royals, Rails,Sails and Sands Date: 8th – 12th June 2018 (five days)
The Norfolk Broads are noted for their flat landscape but
within this area there are many interesting places waiting
for you to discover.
Day 1 Firstly to Richmond for coffee then Lincoln for lunch. Onwards
passing the Wash and King’s Lynn en route to Norwich and our hotel.
Welcome tea and coffee are served on arrival.
Day 2 Firstly to King’s Lynn before heading to Sandringham House and
Estate. We have the rest of the day to look around this Royal residence.
Day 3 We journey to Aylsham where we join the Bure Valley Railway
journeying to Wroxham where we transfer to a Broads’ boat for a
90 minute cruise. Then into Great Yarmouth for the afternoon .
At a glance Day 4 Fakenham on the coast for an included visit to Holkham Hall.
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast We have time to visit the hall, walled gardens and also the ‘Field to Fork’
• Included visits to Sandringham House, Holkham Hall experience, as well as a ‘What the Butler’ saw exhibition.
& Gardens, the Field to Fork Experience, trips on the Day 5 Retford for lunch before arriving back in Cumbria late afternoon.
Bure Valley Railway and a 90 minute Broads’ cruise.
Brook Hotel, Norwich
• Executive Coach travel throughout
A beautiful three-star hotel with all bedrooms en-suite, a leisure centre
• £390.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
with heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and a new gym.
double bedroom. Single room supplement – Nil (limited).
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Richard III and the War of the Roses Date: 11th – 15th June 2018 (five days)
England
Immerse yourself in history with the rise and fall of Richard III
and the amazing story of the king in the car park. We also take
in Tamworth Castle and the National Brewery Museum.
Day 1 To Barton Grange for a coffee before lunch in Staffordshire.
We arrive at our hotel late afternoon.
Day 2 The National Arboretum for coffee before Tamworth for lunch and
a visit to the castle with complimentary tea and cake in the afternoon.
Day 3 To Bosworth Field and the Heritage Visitor Centre followed by
an included steam train ride on the Bosworth Railway. We transfer to
Leicester for lunch before visiting Leicester Cathedral, where the tomb of
King Richard III lies, and Leicester Guildhall for the Richard III Exhibition.
At a glance Day 4 To Ashbourne on the edge of the Peak District for lunch then it’s
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast The National Brewery Museum in Burton-on-Trent for an included visit.
• Ride on the Bosworth Railway Day 5 We visit Lichfield for coffee and have lunch further north, arriving
• Excursions as listed home late afternoon.
• Luxury executive coach travel throughout
Appleby Park Hotel, Appleby Magna
• £344.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
Our hotel is ideally located to explore the England’s central region and
double bedroom. £65.00 single room supplement.
has 95 en suite bedrooms, a restaurant and lounge bar.
Middle England and Burghley House Date: 6th – 8th July 2018 (three days)
We visit Burghley House and Gardens one of England’s finest
Elizabethan houses with its 115 bedrooms and gardens
designed by Capability Brown.
Day 1 We head to Barton Grange for a coffee stop and Lichfield for
a late lunch. We arrive at our hotel late afternoon where tea and coffee
are served.
Day 2 After breakfast either relax in the hotel or join us on our visit to
Burghley House and Gardens, returning to the hotel late afternoon.
Day 3 We travel to The National Arboretum for a short visit before
heading to Manchester for a lunch stop with time to look around.
We arrive home early evening.
At a glance Sketchley Grange Hotel, Hinkley
• Two nights dinner, bed and breakfast We stay in an elegant and historical 4-star, country house hotel. It has
• Entry to Burghley House and gardens well appointed bedrooms and an emphasis on good food with the added
• Free use of the hotel leisure and spa facilities bonus of unrivalled leisure and spa facilities.
• Executive coach travel throughout
• £189.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
double bedroom. £20.00 single room supplement.
Yorkshire Rails, Sales and Ales Date: 9th – 13th July 2018 (five days)
A tour that has a steam train ride, a canal boat cruise, visits to
The National Railway Museum, a brewery, a stately home and
to both a city and a town. What more could you want?
Day 1 We travel to Richmond for coffee then Harrogate for lunch.
We arrive at our hotel to be greeted with tea, coffee and biscuits.
Day 2 Our first stop is Harewood House: a treasure house of England
set in ‘Capability’ Brown landscapes. In the afternoon we return to Leeds
where you have free time in the city .
Day 3 We join the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway then Skipton
for lunch followed by a canal boat cruise with time to explore.
Day 4 We visit the Black Sheep Brewery for an included one hour tour
At a glance with tasting. We journey on to Ripon for lunch.
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast Day 5 Our first stop is the National Railway Museum in Shildon then
• Visits to Harrogate, Ripon, Skipton and Leeds Barnard Castle for lunch. We arrive back in Cumbria late afternoon.
• Excursions as listed
• Journey on the Embsay & Bolton Steam Railway Mercure Leeds Parkway
The hotel features 118 stylish guest rooms, a brasserie, restaurant and
• Executive coach travel throughout
cosy lounge bar. It also boasts an on-site Feel Good Health Club.
• £319.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
double bedroom. £20.00 single room supplement.
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Scenic Shropshire and Steam Trains Date: 16th – 20th July 2018 (five days)
England
With unspoilt countryside, laid back lifestyles and pretty
medieval towns and villages there is plenty to see in the
borderlands between England and Wales.
Day 1 With comfort stops en route we stop at Chester for lunch.
We continue through Whitchurch to our hotel at Wellington near
Telford, to be greeted with complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits.
Day 2 A full day tour calling at Shrewsbury then taking in rolling
countryside and black and white villages on our way to Ludlow.
Day 3 A full day excursion to Blists Hill and Ironbridge.
Day 4 We travel to Bridgnorth on the River Severn with its steep
funicular railway then a steam train ride along the scenic Severn Valley
At a glance to Kidderminister to rejoin our coach and on to Worcester.
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast Day 5 We call into Liverpool for lunch and, after a further comfort stop,
• Steam train ride on the Severn Valley Railway arrive home late afternoon.
• Entertainment on a minimum of one night
• Excursions as listed Buckatree Hall Hotel, Telford
A refreshingly different and renowned country house hotel with well
• Executive coach travel throughout
appointed bedrooms featuring flat screen LCD TVs and free Wi-Fi. The
• £339.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
scenic gardens and private lake offer a peaceful and memorable setting.
double bedroom. £60.00 single room supplement.
Royal Windsor and Kew Gardens Date: 20th – 23rd July 2018 (four days)
A delightful tour which takes in Windsor Castle and also visits
the world famous Botanical Gardens at Kew. We are based to
the west of London so we have easy access to all our venues
ensuring that we can spend as long as possible at them.
Day 1 With comfort stops en route and a lunch stop at The National
Arboretum, we arrive at our hotel late afternoon.
Day 2 A short journey to Windsor and an included visit to Windsor
Castle with audio coverage. After lunch we have an included 40 minute
river cruise. We have the remainder of the afternoon in Windsor or Eton.
Day 3 A morning visit to Kew Gardens with the afternoon in London.
Day 4 We call at Stratford-upon-Avon before a late lunch near Stafford,
At a glance arriving back in Cumbria late afternoon.
• Three nights dinner, bed and breakfast The Holiday Inn, Heathrow
• Audio tour of Windsor Castle Our hotel provides a perfect base for us to explore the south and west
• A 40 minute river cruise from Windsor of London. A contemporary hotel offers comfort throughout from its
• Entry to Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew en suite bedrooms to the lounge and bar areas.
• Executive Coach travel throughout
• £335.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
double bedroom. £85.00 single room supplement.
England’s South Downs and Sapphire Gin Tour Date: 27th – 29th July 2018 (three days)
This mini tour offers an insight into the world of gin making
and is combined with a visit to Winchester and a tour of rolling
countryside with pretty villages along the way.
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has its tel Day 1 We make comfort stops before heading to Stratford-upon-Avon
Beer K own for a late lunch. We continue to Bracknell and our hotel where tea, coffee
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and biscuits are served on arrival.
Day 2 We visit the Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery where we learn all
about the production of this famous product. Afterwards we head to
Winchester for free time before returning through rolling countryside
and pretty villages.
Day 3 We have lunch at The National Arboretum before arriving home
late afternoon.
At a glance
• Two nights dinner, bed and breakfast Coppid Beech Hotel, Bracknell
• Visits to Winchester, Stratford-upon-Avon, The National Our four-star hotel is an Alpine-style hotel that boasts 205 en suite
Arboretum and the Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery bedrooms with a full range of in room facilities. The rooms are designed
• Use of the leisure facilities to a high standard of comfort.
• Executive coach travel throughout
• £199.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
double bedroom. £30.00 single room supplement.
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Bustling Bristol, Avon and Somerset Date: 27th – 30th July 2018 (four days)
England
Visit bustling, vibrant and cultural Bristol. Combine this with
scenic tours of the local area, which has a surprisingly large
amount to offer the visitor, and the tour offers both tranquility
and stunning beauty.
Day 1 Comfort stop en route to Lichfield for lunch with its cathedral and
market place. We continue on to Bristol to arrive late afternoon.
Day 2 A full day travelling through the spectacular Cheddar Gorge with
a stop at the Visitor Centre, followed by a visit to a cider farm then on to
Wells with time to stroll around the quaint streets or visit the cathedral.
Day 3 A morning visit to Bath where you will have time to take in its
rich history. We return early afternoon for free time in Bristol.
At a glance Day 4 We have an early lunch in Stratford-upon-Avon with a chance to
• Three nights dinner, bed and breakfast look around the old town. We have further comfort stops on our journey
• Visits to Cheddar Gorge, Wells, Bath and a cider farm home before arriving back in Cumbria late afternoon.
• Stop offs in Lichfield and Stratford-upon-Avon The DoubleTree, Bristol
• Free time in Bristol The hotel is ideally located in the city centre. It has a bar and lounge
• Luxury executive coach travel throughout together with round kiln shaped restaurant. The bedrooms are all
• £299.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or tastefully decorated and have all the usual modern amenities.
double bedroom. £70.00 single room supplement.
Woburn Safari Park, Abbey and Wrest Park Date: 10th – 13nd August 2018 (four days)
A tour of contrasts where we find a Safari Park and a
magnificent former monastery now a stately home. This,
together with another palatial residence, makes it a fascinating
and unusual tour.
Day 1 After comfort stops we have lunch at Newark before arriving at
our hotel.
Day 2 A full day tour starting at the famous Woburn Safari Park with
entry for the drive through experience. Then on to Woburn village before
an included visit to Woburn Abbey and Gardens.
Day 3 We head for the magnificent Wrest Park and its outstanding,
restored garden landscape, originating in the 17th century. See fine
furniture, sculptures and paintings, walk in the gardens and parterres.
At a glance
• Three nights, half-board accommodation Day 4 Comfort stops en route before we visit Lichfield for lunch.
• Entry to Woburn Safari Park, Abbey and Gardens We arrive back in Cumbria early evening.
• Visit to Wrest Park House and Gardens The Mercure, Hatfield Oak
• Other visits as detailed Our three-star, modern hotel offers a warm and friendly welcome.
• Luxury executive coach travel throughout All rooms have flatscreen TV, WiFi, hairdryer, direct dial telephone,
• £319.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or and complimentary tea and coffee making facilities.
double bedroom. £70.00 single room supplement.
The Magical Isle of Man Date: 12th – 16th August 2018 (five days)
The Kingdom of Man has a captivating story to tell; steeped
in myths and legends going back thousands of years.
Visit Day 1 We leave Cumbria early morning and travel to Barton Grange for
the longest some free time before we board our ferry from Heysham to Douglas.
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steam railw e Day 2 We visit Laxey and its famous waterwheel, ‘Isabella’, before
ay ascending Snaefell Peak on The Mountain Railway, then to Ramsay with
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some free time. We return to Douglas via parts of the famous TT course.
Day 3 A free day in the island’s capital with its Victorian pier and sandy
beach. Take a ride on the horse and cart along the seafront or visit some
of the many places of interest including the museum and churches.
Day 4 After a journey on the Steam Railway we rejoin our coach and
At a glance head for Peel with its castle, sandy beach, old town and famous kippers.
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast We return over Tynwald Hill site of the 1,000 year old Manx Parliament.
• Return ferry crossing from Heysham Day 5 After breakfast we head to Douglas Harbour for the early morning
• Included journey on Snaefell Mountain Railway ferry and arrive in Heysham. We visit Lancaster for lunch before heading
and Douglas Steam Railway back to Cumbria to arrive back late afternoon.
•E xecutive Coach travel throughout
Best Western Palace & Casino, Douglas
•£ 490.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
Our hotel is situated on the famous promenade within easy reach of all
double bedroom. £65.00 single room supplement. attractions and with a fine reputation as one of the top hotels in Douglas.
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Wonderful Wiltshire Houses and Gardens Date: 17th – 20th August 2018 (four days)
England
Wiltshire boasts a large number of stately homes and manor
houses together with well designed gardens. A fascinating
and relaxing tour exploring an area that is unknown to many.
Day 1 Heading south with comfort stops en route to a stunning Georgian
stately home, Bowood House, set in hundreds of acres of ‘Capability’
Brown landscape and gardens.
Day 2 Firstly we visit Laycock Abbey and the Fox Talbot Museum. In the
afternoon we visit Corsham Court; a privately owned historic house with
a significant art collection.
Day 3 A full day tour where we visit Wilton Park and Gardens. Lunch is
taken in Salisbury and is followed by a visit to Wilton House and Park.
At a glance Day 4 We stop in Tewkesbury for a coffee then a lunch stop near
• Three nights dinner, bed and breakfast Stafford. We arrive home late afternoon.
• Visits to Lacock Abbey, Henry Fox Talbot Museum, Jury’s Inn Hotel, Swindon
Corsham Court, Bowood House and Gardens, and Our hotel has stylish and spacious rooms, in-house bar and restaurant,
Wilton House and Park and free hotel-wide WiFi. It has 229 bedrooms designed around its
• Executive coach travel throughout guests’ comfort.
• £345.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
double bedroom. £80.00 single room supplement.
England’s Castles and Stately Homes Date: 27th – 31st August 2018 (five days)
We visit a 13th century royal castle, a 16th century French
styled chateau and Highclere Castle – the setting for ‘Downtown
Abbey’. We also visit Newbury and Oxford.
Day 1 We have comfort and lunch stops en route to arrive late afternoon.
Day 2 After a 40 minute journey on the Bluebell Railway we visit
Hever Castle and Gardens. This was once home to Anne Boleyn –
the second wife of Henry VIII and mother to Elizabeth I.
Day 3 We head to Highclere Castle, famous as the base for ‘Downton
Abbey’, and with an excellent exhibition of many original artefacts as
well as fine copies of Tutankhamun’s relics. We then visit Newbury.
Day 4 We travel to Oxford – the oldest university town in the world.
At a glance Later we travel through lovely countryside to the 16th century, French
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast Renaissance-style Chateau of Waddesdon Manor.
• Journey on Bluebell Steam Railway with reserved seats Day 5 Homeward with comfort and lunch stops to arrive late afternoon.
• Visits to Winchester, Stratford-upon-Avon, The National
Arboretum, Oxford and Newbury, and entry to Highclere Coppid Beech Hotel, Bracknell
Our four-star hotel is an Alpine-style hotel that boasts 205 en suite
and Hever Castles, and Waddesdon Manor
bedrooms with a full range of in room facilities. The rooms are designed
• Luxury executive coach travel throughout
to a high standard of comfort.
• £355.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
double bedroom. £60.00 single room supplement.
Cars, Churchill and the Cotswolds Date: 9th – 13th September 2018 (five days)
A journey through time amongst the charm of the Cotswolds
with trips to Blenheim Palace and The British Motor Museum.
Day 1 Coffee at Barton Grange with time to look around before Lichfield
for lunch with its market place and cathedral. Arriving late afternoon.
Day 2 We enjoy a 40 minute guided tour of Blenheim Palace after which
we have time to browse. After lunch we visit Oxford where we have the
afternoon free.
Day 3 In the morning we visit The British Motor Museum. In the
afternoon we visit Warwick where we have free time to look around.
Day 4 A full day tour as we tour the lovely Cotswold countryside.
We visit quintessential England with Elizabethan villages of
At a glance Moreton-in-the-Marsh, Broadway and Bourton-on-the-Water.
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast Day 5 Our first stop is The National Arboretum then on to Manchester
• Entry to Blenheim Palace, The British Motor Museum for lunch and a visit to The Imperial War Museum North which gives
• Tour of the Cotswolds access to the Lowry Centre. We arrive back late afternoon.
• Visits to Woodstock, Warwick and others as detailed
The Mercure Banbury Whately Hall Hotel
• Executive coach travel throughout
Our hotel is a characterful 17th century three-star hotel with beautifully
• £395.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
manicured gardens. With 69 en-suite bedrooms, many with unique,
double bedroom. Single room supplement – Nil (limited). original features, this stunning hotel offers us an ideal base.
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The South Downs, Portsmouth and Isle of Wight Date: 13th – 17th September 2018 (five days)
England and Scotland
We combine the best that the region has to offer: there are
Historic Dockyards, a former Royal ship, the scenery of the
South Downs and a visit to the Isle of Wight.
Day 1 We make comfort and lunch stops en route before we arrive
at our hotel late afternoon.
Day 2 We journey into Portsmouth to the historic dockyards. We take to
the water with a 45 minute cruise around the harbour with commentary.
We discover the Mary Rose Experience. A short walk takes us to
Gunwharf Quays with its shops, waterfront cafés and the iconic Spinnaker
Tower. Later we transfer to Southsea for a short visit to the seafront.
Day 3 A full day guided tour of the South Downs.
At a glance Day 4 The ferry takes us to the Isle of White. We visit Ryde before
•Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast visiting Osborne House the former home of Queen Victoria. We catch the
• Guided tour of the South Downs and other excursions late afternoon ferry back to Portsmouth.
• Admission to Osborne House, Portsmouth Historic Day 5 We return home to Cumbria making comfort and lunch stops en
Dockyard and Mary Rose Exhibition route arriving home early evening.
• Executive coach travel throughout
The Langstone Hotel, Langstone and Chichester Harbour
• £439.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
This luxury hotel has 148 bedrooms set to a high standard. The hotel also
double bedroom. £125.00 single room supplement. offers fully-equipped health and fitness centre.
Leeds, York and Grassington Christmas Markets Date: 17th – 19th November 2018 (three days)
A festive tour visiting three popular Christmas Markets
each with their own different style. We experience Yorkshire
hospitality at this festive time.
Day 1 Richmond for a coffee stop is followed by our first Christmas
Market stop at Grassington with plenty of time to explore this traditional
Yorkshire Dales festive experience. We leave late afternoon for Leeds.
Day 2 We spend the day in Leeds with the opportunity to visit the
Christmas Market and the city attractions.
Day 3 We travel to York where we visit our last Christmas Market and
sample the many delights that this ancient city has to offer. We leave
York late afternoon, arriving back in Cumbria early evening.
At a glance Jury’s Inn Hotel, Leeds
• Two nights dinner, bed and breakfast Our hotel is in the heart of Leeds and has a total of 248 en suite rooms
• Visits to York, Leeds and Grassington Christmas Markets. with comfortable beds, TV, free WiFi, tea and coffee.
• Executive coach travel throughout
• £188.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
double bedroom. £45.00 single room supplement.
Loch Lomond, Edinburgh & The Borders Railway Date: 17th –21st June (five days)
We visit the majestic Trossachs, take a train journey through
the border region and visit Edinburgh.
Day 1 Lunch and free time in Dumfries then into the Clyde Valley via
Thornhill and Elvanfoot. We arrive at our hotel mid afternoon.
Day 2 A visit to the restored, award winning World Heritage site of
New Lanark – the 1800’s mill of Robert Owen. Admire the waterfalls
of the River Clyde .
Day 3 Free time in Edinburgh before a 30 mile journey on the new
Borders Railway to Tweedbank, re-joining our coach to Abbotsford House
the former home of Sir Walter Scott. We return via pretty Peebles.
Day 4 A full day in the glorious Trossachs; we pass Stirling before
At a glance stopping off in Callandar. We stop at Lomond Shores, Loch Lomond
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast Visitor Centre, where we have a one hour cruise with commentary.
• Visits as listed Day 5 We head to Ayr for some free time before continuing through the
• Journey on Borders Railway and a cruise on Loch Lomond Galloway Forest Park to Dumfries. Back to Cumbria late afternoon.
• One night Scottish Evening with Piper and Raconteur
Popinjay Country Hotel & Spa, Rosebank
• Executive coach travel throughout
This famous and popular hotel is situated in the charming little country
• £349.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
village of Rosebank. The Tudor-style hotel has 34 modern, comfortable
double bedroom. £75.00 single room supplement. bedrooms.
10 www.kbtravel.co.ukOban, Mull and Sacred Iona Date: 2nd – 6th July (five days)
Scotland
The seaside town of Oban is surrounded by miles of dramatic
coast and beautiful countryside. We visit the Isle of Mull and
the neighbouring Island of Iona.
Day 1 We stop at Moffat before continuing to Loch Lomond for lunch.
Then on to Tyndrum and on past Loch Awe to Oban.
Day 2 Today we have the morning free to explore Oban. In the afternoon
make the short journey to Seil Island crossing the famous Bridge over the
Atlantic. We head for Easedale for a short stop.
Day 3 We cross to the Isle of Mull and pass Duart Castle to Fionnphort.
We transfer as foot passengers and cross to the sacred island of Iona. We
then visit the famous Abbey; the resting place of over 100 Scottish kings.
At a glance Day 4 Crossing Connel Bridge we follow the coast, passing the
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast mysterious Island of Castle Stalker, to Fort William for lunch
• Return ferries to the Isles of Mull, Iona and entry and an explore. In the afternoon we visit Neptune’s Staircase and
to the Abbey The Commando Memorial. We return via Spean Bridge.
• Visits as listed Day 5 Through Glencoe to Glasgow for lunch, arriving back late afternoon.
• Luxury executive coach travel throughout
Dalmally Hotel, Oban
•£ 384.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin
This modern hotel is located near Loch Awe and offers home comforts
or double bedroom. £48.00 single room supplement. together with Scottish hospitality.
Edinburgh Military Tattoo Date: 9th – 10th August (two days)
A visit to the World famous Military Tattoo with reserved seats.
Free time in Edinburgh to take in the Edinburgh Fringe or see
the attractions that Scotland’s capital city have to offer.
Day 1 We journey north to our hotel in Whitburn. Depart the hotel after
an early dinner and travel to Edinburgh for the Edinburgh Military Tattoo
(9:00pm performance). The coach will be waiting to transfer you back to
the hotel after the event.
Day 2 We travel to Edinburgh with free time, alternatively, we have an
optional visit to Royal Yacht Britannia (entry fees not included) returning
to the centre of Edinburgh early afternoon. We depart Edinburgh at
4:00pm and journey home, arriving back in the local area in the evening.
Hillcroft Hotel, Whitburn
At a glance A three-star family run hotel. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV and
• One night half board tea and coffee making facilities. There is no lift but ground floor rooms
• Ticket for Edinburgh Tattoo available on request.
• Free time in Edinburgh
• Executive coach travel throughout
• £179.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
double bedroom. £25.00 single room supplement.
Dunoon, Argyll and the beautiful Isle of Bute Date: 13th –17th August (five days)
The gulf stream warms the coast here and it’s where we find
lovely countryside, rugged coastline and islands. We visit
Inveraray Jail, enjoy a cruise and take a ferry to an island.
Day 1 We journey through southern Scotland with a coffee stop near
Dumfries. Continuing through the Forest of Galloway we head up the
valley to Ayr for lunch. We continue to Dunoon and our hotel.
Day 2 A full day’s tour where we cross the Erskine Bridge and call at
Lomond Shores with free time before a cruise on Loch Lomond. We then
travel via Tarbet to Inveraray for a visit to the award-winning Inveraray
Jail. Upon release we have some free time to explore.
Day 3 We head to Wemyss Bay for our ferry to the Isle of Bute where
we spend the day exploring the island and visiting Mount Stuart House
At a glance
and Gardens. In the afternoon we catch our ferry back to the mainland.
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast
• Visit to Mount Stuart House & Gardens and Inveraray Jail Day 4 A drive along the Campsie Hills, through Drymen, and on to the
• Ferry to the Isle of Bute and a cruise on Loch Lomond historic city of Stirling with time to visit the many attractions on offer.
• Visits as listed and entertainment on most nights Day 5 We head along The Firth of Clyde to Glasgow where we stop for
• Luxury executive coach travel throughout lunch. With comfort stops en route, we arrive in Cumbria late afternoon.
• £385.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
The Glenmorag Hotel, Dunoon
double bedroom. £45.00 single room supplement. Our hotel boasts an idyllic hill top location overlooking the Firth of Clyde.
Built in the early 1800’s, it has 75 rooms and is set in its own grounds.
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Scotland
Dramatic Highland scenery glides past as you experience this
tour with a blend of three railway journeys; each one a wonder
in its own right and each with a different tale to tell.
Day 1 We stop at Moffat for coffee and Stirling for lunch, continue past
Perth and over the Drummochter Pass, before arriving at Newtonmore.
Day 2 We travel north to Inverness for a journey on The Kyle Line. The
coach will be at Kyle of Lochalsh and will take us over the Skye Bridge to
the Isle of Skye for a short visit. We return along the shores of Loch Ness.
Day 3 Off to Aviemore with free time before a trip on the Spey Valley
Line to Broomhill to meet our coach before heading to Grantown-on-
Spey. We call at the popular Speyside Heather Centre.
At a glance Day 4 Along Loch Laggan to Spean Bridge for coffee and on to Fort
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast William for the Jacobite Steam Train to Mallaig. We have a one hour
• Rail journeys from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh, cruise towards the Isles in search of wildlife. We stop at the Glenfinnan
Aviemore to Broomhill and Fort William to Mallaig Viaduct then on to Neptune’s Staircase and The Commando Memorial.
• Excursions and cruises as listed Day 5 A coffee stop in Pitlochry then lunch near Stirling, arriving home
• Executive coach travel throughout late afternoon.
• £399.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
The Belavil, Newtonmore
double bedroom. £60.00 single room supplement. Our hotel offers traditional hospitality in stylish accommodation.
Oban House Party Date: 29th October – 2nd November 2018 (five days)
A break in famous Oban lying on the west coast and surrounded
by magnificent scenery, and a vast array of islands.
Day 1 To Moffat for a coffee stop before taking lunch along the banks of
Loch Lomond then on to Oban.
Day 2 We cross the Bridge over the Atlantic and onto Seil Island. We
have a short visit to Easedale and return to Oban for free time.
Day 3 North along the coast and on to Fort William with free time and
lunch before we return through the stunning Glencoe Valley.
Day 4 A day at leisure in Oban.
Day 5 Lunch in Glasgow with some free time to explore. We arrive home
late afternoon.
At a glance
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast The Columba, Oban
• Visits to Fort William and Glasgow Our hotel sits in an unrivaled central position on the harbourside of
• In-house and live entertainment on certain nights Oban. Its Victorian charm offers a warm welcome to locals and travellers
• Scottish themed night alike. With 50 well-appointed bedrooms having views of either the
harbour, sea or the hills, the attentive staff will make your stay in Oban
• Executive Coach travel throughout
very enjoyable.
• £364.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
double bedroom. £95.00 single room supplement.
Twixmas in Blairgowrie Date: 27th – 30th December 2018 (four days)
A Highland escape at this festive time of year might be just
what is required. Based in Blairgowrie, an ideal location to tour
the area, where you may wish to relax and make the most of the
on-site spa and health facilities. Whichever way this break will
take away the pressures of the Christmas period.
Day 1 A morning stop in Moffat for coffee before Stirling for lunch then
passing Perth to Blairgowrie where tea, coffee and mince pies await us.
Day 2 Pitlochry and a visit to Queens’ View and The House of Bruar.
Day 3 We visit Perth before travelling to St Andrews for lunch and an
afternoon stop in Dundee.
Day 4 We head to Stirling for coffee before Glasgow for lunch, arriving
At a glance back late afternoon.
• Three nights, dinner, bed and breakfast The Angus Hotel, Blairgowrie
• Entertainment on most nights. Our hotel is Blairgowrie’s premier leisure hotel with a modern indoor pool
• Visits to Pitlochry, Queen’s View, Perth, St Andrews, and health spa. Unwind in a modern and comfortable, family-owned
Dundee and other excursions as detailed hotel with its 81 bedrooms of the highest standard. A lift gives full access
• Luxury executive coach travel throughout to all floors, however corridors do have some graded steps so there is
• £255.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or provision for rooms with level access from the lift for wheelchair users.
double bedroom. Single room supplement – Nil (limited). Our rooms are, regrettably, not adapted for wheelchair users.
12 www.kbtravel.co.ukLlandudno and North Wales Date: 1st – 4th May 2018 (four days)
Wales
North Wales coast and Llandudno are our destinations. We are
based in Mold to allow easy access to explore in all directions.
Day 1 Liverpool for lunch before arriving at our hotel late afternoon.
Day 2 Firstly to Conway with its magnificent castle and quaint streets
then a short transfer to Llandudno where we spend the afternoon.
Day 3 We head along the coast to Anglesey where we visit Llanfair PG
before heading to Beaumaris. In the afternoon we transfer to Caernarfon.
Day 4 We head under the Mersey and on to Southport for a lunch.
We arrive back in Cumbria late afternoon.
The Beaufort Park Hotel, near Mold
A popular, three-star hotel which has its own lively bar and is renowned
At a glance for its good food. The 106 bedroomed hotel is an ideal base
• Three nights dinner, bed and breakfast for our tour.
• Visits Llandudno, Conway, Anglesey, Beaumaris,
Caernarfon and Snowdonia.
• Visit to Liverpool and Southport
• Luxury executive coach travel throughout
• £269.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
double bedroom. Single room supplement – Nil (limited).
Captivating Cardiff and South Wales Date: 21st – 25th June 2018 (five days)
A tour of South Wales where we visit mines, enjoy a river
cruise, explore Cardiff and pretty market towns.
Day 1 We journey to the lovely city of Lichfield with its cathedral and
market place. Continuing into Wales to arrive at our hotel late afternoon.
Day 2 We journey to Cardiff Bay where the new development around
the harbour is taking shape and is the seat of the Welsh Parliament. We
then head into Cardiff where the rest of the day is free.
Day 3 After breakfast we head through Pontypool and high up into
the valleys to The Big Pit – a mining heritage site. We journey along the
Heads of Valley road to Abergavenny for lunch and to explore.
Day 4 The charming county town of Monmouth is our first stop then on
At a glance to Symonds Yat for an included cruise on the River Wye. Following the
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast Wye Valley, passing Tintern Abbey, we arrive in Chepstow.
• Visits to Cardiff, Chepstow, Abergavenny and Monmouth Day 5 Passing through beautiful Welsh countryside we stop in Hereford
• The Big Pit entry and a cruise on the River Wye included where we have some free time before Ludlow for lunch. With further
• Visits to Lichfield, Hereford and Ludlow comfort stops we arrive back in Cumbria late afternoon.
• Executive coach travel throughout
The Holiday Inn, Cardiff North
• £320.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
Our hotel occupies a peaceful site on the outskirts of Cardiff. It has a
double bedroom. £100.00 single room supplement. restaurant, bar and 95 en suite bedrooms with lift access to all floors. The
modern rooms all have tea and coffee-making facilities with satellite TV.
Welsh Highlands, Anglesey and Puffin Island Date: 2nd – 6th July 2018 (five days)
A chance to go to the roof top of Wales, to visit a fantasy castle,
a cruise from Anglesey to the Nature Reserve of Puffin Island
and take in the sandy beaches and villages along the Welsh
Coastline. This is a tour of unique diversity.
Day 1 To Chester for lunch then along the North Wales coast to our hotel
for a welcoming tea and bara brith.
Day 2 Off to Llandudno with free time. In the afternoon we have an
included visit to the fantasy of Penrhyn Castle; crammed with fascinating
items including an outstanding collection of paintings and a railway
museum. There are 60 acres of grounds and walled gardens to enjoy.
Day 3 We head to Llanberis and an included rail trip to the summit of
Snowdon. We then visit the nearby National Slate Museum.
At a glance
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast Day 4 A visit to Caernarfon with its castle and harbour. We cross over
• Entry to Penrhyn Castle and National Slate Museum the Menai Straits and onto Anglesey, stopping at Beamaris, before we
• Snowdon Mountain Railway and a cruise to Puffin Island join our one and a half hour wildlife cruise to Puffin Island.
• Entertainment on some nights Day 5 To Liverpool for lunch then back in Cumbria late afternoon
• Executive Coach travel throughout
The Beaufort Park Hotel, near Mold
• £359.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
A popular hote three-star hotel which has its own lively bar and is
double bedroom. £30.00 single room supplement. renowned for its good food. The 106 bedroomed hotel is an ideal base
for our tour.
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Wales and Ireland
A fascinating holiday to North Wales based around the popular
town of Llangollen with an included visit to a castle, a canal
boat cruise over an aqueduct and a railway journey.
Day 1 A coffee stop at Barton Grange followed by Chester for lunch and
with free time to explore. We arrive at our hotel late afternoon.
Day 2 Over the Horse Shoe Pass to Llangollen for a canal boat trip over
the Froncysylite Aqueduct. After lunch we board the steam train along
the valley to Corwen where we meet our coach to return to our hotel.
Day 3 Shrewsbury is our first stop where we have free time for lunch
then an included visit to Chirk Castle and Gardens; a 700 year old fortress
with royal links, gardens and a lovely tea room.
At a glance Day 4 We venture along the North Wales coast to Llandudno with free
• Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast time to explore. Our return journey hugs the coast passing well known
• Canal boat cruise and a steam train ride places before stopping off for a cup of tea.
• Visit to Chirk Castle & Gardens, Chester, Shrewsbury, Day 5 We visit the Anderton Boat Lift for a coffee stop then continue to
Anderton Boat Lift and the Imperial War Museum North. the Imperial War Museum North where entry is included. Salford Quays
• Luxury executive coach travel throughout and the Lowry Centre are nearby. We return home late afternoon.
• £349.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or
The Beaufort Park Hotel, near Mold
double bedroom. £30.00 single room supplement. A popular, three-star hotel which has its own lively bar and is renowned
for its good food – it’s the ideal base for our tour.
Tralee and the Dingle Peninsula Date: 29th April – 4th May 2018 (six days)
Explore the wild and rugged scenery around the west coast of
Ireland. We have overnight stops in the Dublin area on both the
outward and inbound legs.
Day 1 An early morning departure from Cumbria to catch the early
afternoon Irish Sea Ferries’ crossing from Holyhead to Dublin. Overnight
accommodation on the outskirts of Dublin.
Day 2 Newbridge Silversmiths for coffee and journey across central
Ireland to Limerick for lunch. We then head to the delightful and popular
village of Adare. We then journey to Tralee and our hotel.
Day 3 A full day tour of the Dingle Peninsula with its wild Atlantic
coastline, rugged cliffs and sandy beaches. Lunch stop in Dingle.
At a glance Day 4 South to Killarney for the morning then the afternoon in Tralee.
• Three nights D, B & B in The Earl of Desmond Day 5 Journey to Dublin to arrive early afternoon for some free time
• Two nights D, B & B in Dublin area hotels before we transfer to our overnight hotel.
• Irish Sea Ferry Crossing Holyhead to Dublin
• Stena Line Ferry Crossing Belfast to Cairnryan Day 6 Early departure from Dublin to Belfast for the late morning Stena
Line Ferry crossing to Cairnryan. We arrive home early evening.
• Tour of Dingle Peninsula and a visit to Killarney
• Luxury executive coach travel throughout Our hotels
• £415.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or We have two different overnight hotels in the Dublin area then three
double bedroom. £100.00 single room supplement. nights at The Earl of Desmond in Tralee.
Northern Ireland in a Nutshell Date: 3rd – 6th June 2018 (four days)
Visit this remarkable corner of the United Kingdom; an area
rich in history and with many interesting places to visit.
Day 1 We head to Cairnryan and our late morning Stena Line ferry
crossing to Larne. We make the short transfer to our hotel in the centre of
Belfast with free time to explore the city.
Day 2 A full day along the Northern Coastal Route with castles, islands,
magnificent stately homes, fishing villages and the odd distillery or two.
Day 3 We venture south along Strangford Lough to the Mountains of
Mourne which sweep down to the Irish Sea. We continue to Carlingford
Lough and Warrenpoint on the border with the Irish Republic. We return
to Belfast mid-afternoon with further free time to look around the city.
At a glance Day 4 We return to Larne and the late morning Stena Line ferry crossing.
• Three nights dinner, bed and breakfast We arrive back in Cumbria early evening.
• Return Stena Line ferry crossing from Cairnryan to Larne The Jurys Inn, Belfast
• Time at leisure in Belfast Our hotel is a striking building in the centre of bustling Belfast. It’s only a
• Excusrions as listed minute away from the beautiful Grand Opera House, under ten minutes’
• Executive coach travel throughout walk from two of the city’s retail hotspots and all the major attractions on
• £369.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or the doorstep. All the bedrooms have been recently refurbished.
double bedroom. £60.00 single room supplement.
14 www.kbtravel.co.ukKillarney and the Ring of Kerry Date: 30th Sep – 6th Oct 2018 (seven days)
Ireland, Europe and Jersey
The jewel of Ireland’s South West is on our doorstep with
jaunting cars, a lake cruise, a mansion visit and other tours.
Day 1 We journey into North Wales then to the Isle of Anglesey for our
early afternoon Irish Sea ferry sailing to Dublin. We make our way across
country to Portlaoise and our overnight hotel – The Midland Park.
Day 2 We cross Ireland; stopping off in Limerick for lunch, then the
quaint village of Adaire, before arriving in Killlarney.
Day 3 A full day tour of the Ring of Kerry where we have coffee, lunch
and comfort stops en route, returning via Queen’s View.
Day 4 A ride on the Jaunting Cars through the National Park to Ross
Castle and there an included one hour lake cruise. Then a short transfer
At a glance to Muckross House with included guided tour.
• Ferry crossings between Holyhead and Dublin Day 5 A day at leisure in Killarney.
• 2 nights D, B & B in Portlaoise and 4 nights in Killarney
• Jaunting Car ride, lake cruise, visit to Muckross House Day 6 The Dingle Peninsula around Slea Head with lunch in Dingle
& Gardens with other visits and tours as detailed before we continue to Portlaoise for our overnight hotel.
• Executive Coach travel throughout Day 7 Into Dublin for some free time until we board our Stena Line ferry
• £549.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or crossing to Holyhead. We arrive home late night.
double bedroom. £115.00 single room supplement. The Midlands Park Hotel, Porlaoise
and The Gleneagles Hotel, Killarney.
Bulbfields and Windmills Date: 26th April – 1st May 2018 (six days)
Every spring the fields of Western Holland are covered with
millions of blooms exploding in a riot of colour.
Day 1 A morning departure and a stop-off in York for lunch before our
overnight North Sea Ferry to Rotterdam with twin-berth cabins included.
Day 2 After breakfast we disembark and head to Keukenhof Gardens
where floral arrangements are set between old trees and waterways. Our
journey continues to our hotel.
Day 3 We visit head to Nijmegan and Arnhem where we have the
opportunity to look over these historic towns.
Day 4 We head to the picturesque port of Volendam where the locals
still parade in colourful costumes. In the afternoon we visit Amsterdam
At a glance with plenty of time to explore.
• Overnight return ferry from Hull to Rotterdam with twin- Day 5 We leave our hotel after breakfast we head into Dordrecht where
berth, inside cabins. we have time for lunch and to explore and to join in the King’s Day
• Three nights, half-board accommodation in Dordrecht celebrations which is a national holiday in the Netherlands. We return to
• Visits to Keukenhof Gardens, Amsterdam and Antwerp Rotterdam to catch our overnight ferry back to Hull.
• Journey along Bulb Fields Route
Day 6 With comfort stops en route, we arrive in Cumbria early afternoon.
• Luxury executive coach travel throughout
• £419.00pp based on two passengers sharing a twin or The Postillion Hotel, Dordrecht
double bedroom. £60.00 single room supplement. Our superior three-star hotel is a short drive from the centre of Dordrecht.
There are 77 tastefully furnished bedrooms and lifts to all floors.
Jersey Dates: 12th – 19th May 2018 (eight days)
16th – 23rd June 2018 (eight days)
7th – 14th July 2018 (eight days)
1st –8th Sep 2018 (eight days)
29th Sep – 6th Oct 2018 (eight days)
A visit to the Channel Island of Jersey with its varied history
with a chance to relax on one of the many beaches or take time
to explore the island. There are many excursions offered by the
hotel including a visit to France.
Day 1 Travel to Liverpool John Lennon Airport for the flight to Jersey.
You will be met by your Modern Holiday Representative and transferred
to the hotel. The rest of the day at leisure before dinner in the evening.
At a glance
Day 2 –7 At leisure in St Helier. Your Modern Holidays Representative
• Transfers and flights from Liverpool John Lennon Airport will be on hand to suggest optional excursions.
• Seven nights, half-board accommodation
• Services of Modern Holidays Representative Day 8 We travel to Jersey Airport for our return flight to Liverpool.
• Prices from £625pp (12th May), £675 (16th June and 7th The coach will be waiting to transfer you back to the local area.
July), £669pp (1st Sep) and £575pp (30th Sep) based on The Mayfair Hotel, St Helier
two passengers sharing a twin or double bedroom. Single Only a ten minute walk from the beach, our hotel has an indoor
room supplement TBC. swimming pool, jacuzzi, gym, a roof terrace and regular entertainment.
All bedrooms are en suite with TV and tea and coffee making facilities.
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