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Day Excursions
& Short Breaks
from Norwich
2019/2020

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Welcome
                                    to IC Travel Day Excursions and Short Breaks
                                    Brochure. We hope you like our selection of trips
                                    for 2019/2020. Remember that additional dates
                                    are being added all the time, so why not visit www.
                                    ictravel.co.uk for the latest details where you can
                                    also register to receive all the latest news, special
                                    offers and last-minute deals!

    IC Travel is led by Ian Colman MBE who has         Customer feedback is important; what sets
    had over 28 years’ experience arranging            IC Travel apart from similar operators is this
    group ‘days out’ to shows and venues in the        personal service, with 3 or 4 pick-up points
    UK. Ian received his MBE in January 2017           and a fully escorted trip or short-break. You
    from HRH Prince of Wales for services to the       can read some of our customers’ feedback in
    local community recognising his voluntary          this brochure and on our website.
    work in Taverham and Ringland.
                                                       Once you register your details, you will
    IC Travel specialises in daytrips and short        receive information of the excursions
    breaks, giving clients a ‘worry free’ experience   arranged and benefit from group rates at an
    of travelling which includes top seats at West     affordable price. All are welcome to register
    End shows, craft and horticultural shows,          and please feel free to encourage family and
    concerts and visiting landmarks in the UK          friends to do the same.
    and mainland Europe. With trips to London
                                                       IC Travel clients include clubs and societies
    there is usually the option of a ‘coach only’
                                                       who find IC Travel a cost effective and
    ticket so you can do your ‘own thing’ in
                                                       stress- free way of taking part in days out for
    the capital.
                                                       members, either as part of a scheduled trip
    IC Travel has a dedicated team offering a          or through a bespoke trip arranged for the
    personal service to every customer, and            Group. We can also offer coach only hire with
    members of the team join in with the trips in      our partner company ICT Coaches Ltd.
    addition to the coach driver, ensuring that
    you have a day out that is stress free and
                                                       Bookings may be reserved on the internet at
    personal to you. Through our new partner
                                                       www.ictravel.co.uk, by email to info@
    company ICT Coaches Ltd we offer executive
                                                       ictravel.co.uk or by calling 01603 868680,
    class travel with coaches seating 7, 16, 33
                                                       and payment can be made by card, BACS
    and 53 passengers. Most trips on the largest
                                                       transfer, PayPal, cheque or cash. Being a
    coach offer hot and cold drinks and snacks
                                                       small family team with no large call centres,
    on the journey and our 2 larger coaches have
                                                       we try and be available outside of normal
    toilet facilities. All trips include a comfort
                                                       office hours so please feel free to leave a
    stop as needed. The size of coach can vary
                                                       message if needed and we will call you back.
    with the trip so please check with us when
    you book if this is important to you.

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 IC Travel can offer travel for up to 7                            These vouchers make ideal Christmas,
 passengers and luggage. So whether you,                           Birthday or Special Occasion Gifts and are
 your family, club or group are looking for                        redeemable against any IC Travel trip. These
 a personal service then get in touch. Local                       may be purchased via www.ictravel.co.uk
 trips, airport/seaport transfers, small group                     or by calling 01603 868680.
 visits in our comfortable and spacious
 modern Ford Tourneo are all part of this                          Booking Conditions
 service! See page 38 for more details.                            Full details can be found on pages 42 & 43
                                                                   of the brochure and for short breaks of 2 or
 IC Coaches Ltd                                                    more days, full terms and conditions can be
 Our partner company provides the coaches                          found on our website or issued upon request.
 for our trips and has 16, 33, and 53 seater
 vehicles available for hire to private groups                     We look forward to seeing you join us on
 working with our regular and experienced                          these exciting, interesting and fabulous
 team. See page 39 for more details.                               excursions!
                       (Details correct at time of printing). Departure times stated are from Taverham.

 Events Key
 This brochure is colour coded depending on the type of event:
    Excursion / Tour                                      Theatre / Comedy                                Exhibition / Show

    History / Nature / Science                            Concert                                         Shopping Trip

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Thursday 25th July 2019 - Dep. 8am
The Illusionists –
Shaftesbury Theatre
Coach travel & ticket £70
                                                            Thursday 25th July 2019
The world’s biggest selling magic spectacular,              & Saturday 27th July 2019 - Dep. 8am
The Illusionists. Direct from Broadway, returns             London Day out –
to London this summer with a brand-new show!
The Illusionists is a mind-blowing spectacular
                                                            West End/Covent Garden
showcasing the jaw dropping talents of seven of             Coach Travel - Adult £28 Child £15
the most incredible illusionists on earth. These
performers have been seen by millions across                Enjoy a day out to the centre of London at your
the world and this production showcases their
                                                            leisure for a spot of sightseeing or shopping – over
collective talents on stage together for the very
first time.                                                 5 hours in the capital!

Saturday 27th July 2019 - Dep. 8am
Fiddler On The Roof - Playhouse Theatre Coach travel & ticket £82

Direct from its sold-out run at the Menier Chocolate      Featuring the iconic score including ‘Tradition’,
Factory, Trevor Nunn’s exuberant revival of the classic   ‘Matchmaker, Matchmaker’, ‘Sunrise, Sunset’ and ‘If I
Broadway musical Fiddler on the Roof transfers to         Were a Rich Man’, and packed with Jerome Robbins’
the West End for a strictly limited run. The Playhouse    original Tony award-winning choreography, Fiddler
Theatre will be specially transformed into an             on the Roof bursts from the stage, bringing new life to
immersive space for this shivering intimate chamber       one of the most beloved musicals of all time.
musical about family.

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Monday 29th July 2019 - Dep. 9am
Cambridge Day Out – With Botanic Gardens option Coach Travel £25
Botanic Gardens £7

Home to the world-famous university, Cambridge has       species from all over the world to facilitate teaching
something for everyone. Go punting on the River Cam,     and research.
enjoy a picnic in the park, join a walking tour of the   The Garden provides resources including plant
city or perhaps explore the free-to-enter Fitzwilliam    material, horticultural expertise and facilities to
Museum. Cambridge University Botanic Garden              research workers and lecturers.
(CUBG) holds a collection of over 8,000 plant

Wednesday 31st July 2019 - Dep. 8am
Highclere Castle – Downton Abbey Coach travel & ticket £52

Highclere Castle is not only a beautiful building, but   Room and Dining Room forming the backdrop to the
a warm and welcoming home. We are delighted to           dryly withering put-downs delivered by Maggie Smith,
welcome you to explore the history of the Castle,        as the Dowager Countess to some poor unfortunate
the illuminating Egyptian Exhibition narrating the       relation. The distinctive gardens and park designed
discovery of the Tomb of Tutankhamun, and the            by Capability Brown, offer interest and enjoyment
peace and tranquillity of the surrounding gardens and    throughout the year and gratifying growth and
grounds. Many of the rooms and vistas will be familiar   change, as the seasons turn.
to viewers of ‘Downton Abbey’ – both the Drawing

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Thursday 1st August 2019 - Dep. 8am
RHS Garden Hyde Hall Flower Show Coach travel & ticket £38
(RHS Members: £25)
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Friday 2nd August – Monday 5th August 2019 Dep. 6:30am Eurotunnel Crossing
Bruges Zandfeesten (Antiques Fair) – 4 Days (3 Nights) Short Break
– Park Hotel Bruges B&B £340 per person based on 2 sharing room
(+£100 single room supplement if requested)

Itinerary includes option Battlefields Tour and Menin               Cost quoted includes: Fully escorted trip by IC
Gate ceremony in Ypres, optional day to Brussels and                Travel, full door to door coach travel on luxury coach
Brewery Tour/Meal in Bruges, Bruges Antiques Fair in                (complimentary refreshments available and toilet
Sunday 4th August.                                                  on board), hotel and breakfast, use of hotel facilities,
                                                                    financial indemnity insurance (Admissions extra).

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Saturday 3rd August 2019 - Dep. 7am
The Festival of Quilts –
NEC Birmingham
Coach travel & ticket £45

The Festival of Quilts is a 4 day event being held
from 1st August to 4th August 2019 at the National
Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham, United
Kingdom. This event showcases products like quilts
and quilting, quilt products and accessories, quilting
equipment and accessories and a unique quilting
experience etc. In the Knitting & Stitching industry
etc. in the Knitting & Stitching industry.
                                                         Wed 7th August 2019 - Dep. 8am
                                                         The Wembley Stadium Tour/London
                                                         Designer Outlet – London
                                                         Coach travel & Tour £45 Coach Only £30
                                                         Senior £40/£30 Child £25/£15

                                                         The Wembley Stadium Tour lets you explore the
                                                         behind-the scenes of the UK’s largest sports and
                                                         music venue. Taking you deep in to the heart if
                                                         the stadium, the award-winning tour includes
                                                         the Dressing Rooms, the Press Conference Room,
                                                         Players’ Tunnel, Pitch side and the iconic Royal
                                                         Box. From England’s glorious 1966 World Cup
Thursday 8th August 2019 - Dep. 7am                      victory, UEFA Champions League triumphs or sell
                                                         out concerts and sporting spectacles, the Wembley
Floral Art & Design Show – London                        Stadium Tour gives you the chance to relive your
Islington BDC                                            greatest moments, and create some new ones of
Coach travel & ticket £45                                your own in the most famous Stadium in the world.
                                                         Combine your day with time in the London Designer
The Floral Art and Design show and Dazzling              Outlet just 5 minutes’ walk from the Stadium.
Diamond Dinner celebrate the 60th anniversary            London Designer Outlet (LDO) is London’s original
of NAFAS and will take place in London in August         and easiest to reach outlet centre. LDO’s outlet
2019. Members regularly compete at the RHS               shops offer year-round savings of 30-70% on brands
Chelsea Flower Show and RHS Hampton Court                such as Nike, Converse, Adidas, Skechers, Guess,
Palace Flower Show. Their work can also be seen at       Kurt Geiger, Jack Wills, Lindt, Hamleys, Ernest Jones,
many other shows, festival and events.                   Clarks, GAP and Superdry.

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Mon 12th August 2019- Dep. 7:30am
Canterbury Day Out
Coach £36
                                                      Thurs 15th August 2019 - Dep. 7am
Sat on the River Stour, Canterbury welcomes           Newark International Antiques &
visitors from around the world. It’s many             Collector’s Fair
ancient buildings, shops, bars and restaurants
have retained both an old-world charm and a           Coach travel & ticket £35
cosmopolitan vitality. Experience Canterbury’s
history and heritage, see stunning architecture       The Newark International Antiques & Collectors
and world-famous buildings. Enjoy a day out in        Fair is world renowned. The ultimate of treasure
Canterbury and visit the magnificent Canterbury       hunting grounds, it is the largest event of its kind in
Cathedral. Canterbury has the perfect blend of        Europe. Held at the Newark and Nottinghamshire
city, coast and countryside, ensuring that however    Showground on an enormous 84-acre site, up
varied your interests are you will be spoilt for      to 2,500 stands attract thousands of dealers and
choice.                                               buyers from around the globe.

                                                      Saturday 17th August 2019 - Dep. 1pm
                                                      Shuttleworth Flying Proms
                                                      Coach travel & ticket
                                                      Adult £62 / Child £46

Friday 16th August 2019 - Dep. 8am                    The Flying Proms at The Shuttleworth Collection
Birdfair – Rutland Water                              celebrates 22 years; it will bring all the atmosphere
                                                      and fun of a truly British Proms and the excitement
Coach travel & ticket £37                             of vintage aircraft displaying to live music from the
                                                      National Symphony orchestra. The Swiss Garden
The British Birdwatching Fair or Birdfair is an       will be open so take a stroll around this picturesque
annual event for birdwatchers, held every August      gem that is a relaxing retreat in which new vistas
at Rutland Water in England. It is described as the   are revealed at every turn. With 13 listed structures,
birder’s “Glastonbury”. A large number of suppliers   an adjacent woodland sculpture trail and resident
of binoculars, cameras, books, clothing and other     peacock, the Swiss Garden is a delight to explore.
birdwatching equipment, plus artists and tour         Closing with a thrilling firework finale, the Flying
companies, display and sell their wares. There are    Proms is truly a highlight of the Shuttleworth
also lectures and other attractions.                  Collection season!

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Mon 2nd September
Mon 2nd  September2019-
                     2019 -Dep.
                            Dep.8am
                                 8am
Woodbridge   & River Deben   Cruise                          Fri 23rd/Sat 24th/Sun25th/Mon 26th
Woodbridge & River Deben Cruise
Coach, cruiseTea
with Cream    & afternoon tea £36                            August 2019 - Dep. 3pm tbc
Coach £36                                                    Ed Sheeran – Ipswich Coach Travel
                                                             Coach £20
Join IC Travel as we spend the morning and
lunchtime in the beautiful village of Woodbridge.            ED’S BACK! Come with IC Travel to Ipswich for Ed
After lunch we travel to Waldringfield where we              Sheeran in August 2019. Coach travel only with
shall enjoy a 2hr Cruise on the calm waters of the           pickups from Taverham, Costessey, Thickthorn and
River Deben with afternoon tea.                              A140 corridor.

Friday August 30th - Sunday Sep 1st 2019 - Dep. 7am
Kynren – 2 nights at George Washington Hotel, Washington
Beamish Museum & Whitby Ticket, Travel, Half board accommodation £260pp
(with £30 single supplement)

Following our 2018 visit to this fantastic show, we        Second World War, through the Viking invasions, the
are returning in 2019! The UK’s most spectacular           splendour of the Tudors, the Industrial Revolution and
open-air live action night show since the opening of       the Roaring Twenties.
the London 2012 Olympics opens in Bishop Auckland
this summer. It is listed by Rough Guides as one of        We will be staying at the George Washington hotel
the world’s top 10 must-see tourist attractions to         (www.georgewashington.co.uk) 4-Star hotel. The
experience in 2019. ‘Kynren – an epic tale of England’     Hotel is an independently owned hotel, golf and
is an exciting show, taking you on a spellbinding          leisure complex located on the outskirts of Newcastle
journey through British history. Taking place on a         upon Tyne. The hotel has been awarded and become
landscaped open air stage (equivalent to five football     an AA 4 Star Hotel. On the Saturday we shall visit
pitches with a full-size lake at its centre) against the   the Beamish Open-Air Museum – an amazing place,
backdrop of Auckland Castle, you will be immersed          before heading back to the hotel ready for the evening
in 2,000 years of history, with a movie-like, fast-paced   show. On Sunday we shall visit Whitby for lunch
and action-packed journey from Roman times to the          before heading back to Norfolk.

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Thurs 3rd September 2019 - Dep. 7:30am
RHS Garden Wisley Flower Show
Coach travel & ticket £40                                  Wed 11th September 2019 - Dep. 8am
RHS Members £30                                            The Lion King – Musical
                                                           Coach travel & ticket £70
For more than 200 years, the Royal Horticultural
Society (RHS) has been the force behind the                Set to the evocative rhythms of Africa, Disney’s
nation’s love of gardening, backed up by its core          award-winning musical THE LION KING explodes
vision to ‘enrich everyone’s life through plants, and      with glorious colours, stunning effects and
make the UK a greener and more beautiful place’.           enchanting music. At its heart is the powerful and
A shining example of this is the charity’s flagship        moving story of Simba – the epic adventure of his
garden, RHS Garden Wisley in Surrey, which is one          journey from wide-eyed cub to his destined role as
of the UK’s most visited and best-loved gardens.           King of the Pridelands.

Wed 4th – Sun 8th September 2019 - Dep. 7am
Isle of Wight – 5 Day Break – Half Board, Daish’s Hotel, Shanklin
Travel, excursions & half-board accommodation £480pp (Single supplement £80)

The Isle of Wight is one of England’s most popular       Itinerary includes:
holiday destinations, an island with fascinating         Full day Island tour including Ventnor, Alum Bay &
history and magnificent scenery. Guests return           the Needles, and Godshill; the Isle of Wight Steam
year after year to Daish’s Hotel, enjoying the           Railway; Shanklin; Osborne House – Queen Victoria’s
picturesque town of Shanklin and the area’s many         residence, and a visit to Rosemary’s Vineyard one of
local attractions. The building was originally an 18th   England’s few vineyards with a talk and sampling!
century coaching inn – so guests have been coming
here for hundreds of years.

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Thursday 12th September 2019 - Dep. 9am
Burghley House, Gardens and Park Coach travel & ticket £40

Burghley, one of the largest and grandest houses of       lead roof extends to three quarters of an acre,
the first Elizabethan Age. Built and mostly designed by   restoration and rebuilding of which began in 1983
William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth     and took nearly ten years to complete. Visitor facilities
I, between 1555 and 1587, the main part of the House      include the Orangery restaurant, gift shop, gardens
has 35 major rooms on the ground and first floors.        and beautiful walks around the historic parkland laid
There are more than 80 lesser rooms and numerous          out by Capability Brown and still occupied by a herd
halls, corridors, bathrooms and service areas. The        of fallow deer.

Friday 13th September - Dep. 7am
Canal Cruise & Lunch/Bakewell – Derbyshire Travel, Cruise & Lunch £60

Another date added due to popularity!!!                   from Buxton. After the cruise we shall spend some
Our second date for this popular trip in 2019. The        time in Bakewell, home of the famous pudding! We
Judith Mary is a family run 72-foot-long canal boat       will be served Hot Pot followed by Apple Pie & Cream
which has been running for 36 years. Enjoy a two-hour     or a homemade broccoli and stilton bake served
cruise along the beautiful Upper Peak Forest Canal,       with new potatoes, peas and carrots suitable for both
situated in Whaley Bridge, High Peak, only 6 miles        vegetarian and gluten free.

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Sunday 15th September 2019 - Dep. 7:30am
Leeds Castle (Kent) – Festival of Flowers Coach travel & ticket £45

Join IC Travel on this fabulous day out to Kent to          specialist talks and demonstrations. There will also be
Leeds Castle. See incredible floral displays inside         the opportunity to buy beautiful flowers and garden
the Castle, themed this year to ‘A Floral Party’. Be        accessories from a variety of stalls on the Pavilion
inspired by the creativity of international award-          Lawn. The Festival of Flowers is included with the
winning floral designers and enjoy a programme of           price of admission.

Wed 18th September 2019 - Dep. 11am
Cromer Pier Summer Show & Lunch Coach travel & ticket £35
Optional Lunch £15

The Cromer Pier Show is one of the few true live            speciality acts and humour from top comedians. In
variety shows in Britain, showcasing live variety acts at   our 40-year history, many now familiar names have
their best. The Theatre has approx. 500 seats making        developed their careers here, including Bradley Walsh
for an intimate experience but drawing quality acts         and Steve Hewlett, the hilarious and fabulously
who always enjoy returning to the stage here. The           entertaining ventriloquist.
Cromer Pier shows provide you with an eclectic blend        We will arrive in Cromer in time for lunch.
of great pop music, breath-taking West End ballads,

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Thursday 19th September 2019 Dep. 8am
Highgate Cemetery & Lunch Travel, Lunch and Tour: £60

Highgate Cemetery was opened in 1839 as part                figures reside, such as world-famous philosopher and
of a plan known as the ‘Magnificent Seven’. In this         sociologist, Karl Marx. This once in a life-time visit to
90-minute guided tour of the West Wing, you will see        Highgate Cemetery is followed by a two-course lunch
iconic graves and the first ever plot in the cemetery, as   along Highgate’s high street.
well as the Egyptian Avenue, the Catacombs and the          Please note, there are two flights of stairs on the
Circle of Lebanon. You will then have time to explore       normal route. If you have access requirements, please
the East Wing, where the graves of many well-known          be sure to let us know in advance.

                                                             Fri 20th September 2019 - Dep. 8am
                                                             Hampton Court Palace
                                                             Coach travel & ticket £45

                                                             Explore Henry VIII’s magnificent palace and find out
                                                             why Hampton Court became Henry favourite palace.
                                                             Feel the heat of the vast Tudor Kitchens and the eerie
                                                             chill of the Haunted Gallery, before you disappear
                                                             into the Maze, where whispers of the past will haunt
                                                             every step to the centre of this topiary puzzle.

                                                             Sat 21st September 2019 Dep. 9am
                                                             Duxford Air Show – ‘Battle of Britain’
                                                             Coach travel & ticket
                                                             Adult £52 / Child £42

                                                             The Duxford Battle of Britain Air Show is famous the
                                                             world over and brings to life Duxford’s finest hour
                                                             as an important Second World War fighter station
                                                             defending Great Britain from aerial attack in 1940.

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Sat 22nd September 2019 - Dep. 8am
Chatham Dockyard Salute to the 40’s Coach travel & ticket £45

Keep Calm and Carry On to one of Britain’s Best         Air Displays, Vehicle Parades, Vintage Fashion, Vintage
Vintage Festivals On 22nd September 2019 visitors       Fair and the spiffingly nostalgic atmosphere from start
will be transported back in time as soon as they step   to finish. Salute to the ‘40s is a wonderful day out for
foot into The Historic Dockyard Chatham. The very       all ages and particularly those with a special interest
best in 1940’s Entertainers, with singing and dancing   in all things ‘vintage’. Admission includes all the
throughout the day, Military and Home Front Displays,   attractions including the Ropery.

                                                         Mon 23rd September 2019 - Dep. 8am
                                                         Spencer House & Cream Tea at The
                                                         Stafford, London Coach & Ticket £57

                                                         Located in the heart of St. James’s, Mayfair, The
                                                         Stafford London and Spencer House, two of the
                                                         capital’s most historic and exclusive venues have
                                                         partnered to create a seamless and memorable
                                                         experience. Overlooking Royal Green Park, Spencer
                                                         House is recognised as one of the most sumptuous
                                                         private residences ever built in London and a
                                                         building of unique importance in the history of
                                                         English architecture. Just a few steps away from
                                                         Spencer House, The Stafford London, is a haven
                                                         of curated luxury and one the of last remaining
                                                         bastions of great British hospitality. Enjoy a tour
                                                         of Spencer House, the most ambitious aristocratic
                                                         house in the Capital and discover the great British
                                                         tradition of an afternoon cream tea at the Stafford
                                                         London. moving story of Simba – the epic adventure
                                                         of his journey from wide-eyed cub to his destined
                                                         role as King of the Pridelands.

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Tues 24th September 2019 - Dep. 4am
Bruges Day Trip Coach travel & shuttle crossing £55

Join us on this wonderful excursion to the medieval     of lace making and its many chocolate shops that
city of Bruges. With its cobbled streets and historic   specialize in making those wonderful handmade
buildings and of course the canals it’s like stepping   Belgian chocolates we all love so much.
back in time. Bruges is famed year round as a centre

                                                         Wed 25th September 2019 - Dep. 8am
                                                         Chihuly at Kew: Reflections On Nature
                                                         Coach travel & ticket £50

                                                         Iconic artist Dale Chihuly will once again exhibit his
                                                         luminous glass artworks at Kew Gardens featuring
                                                         pieces never seen before in the UK.
                                                         In the most biodiverse place in the world, you
                                                         will see the perfect marriage of art, science and
                                                         nature as Chihuly’s dazzling sculptures transform
                                                         the Gardens and glasshouses into a contemporary
                                                         outdoor gallery space.
                                                         Unique art installations will be situated across the
                                                         grounds, including the Shirley Sherwood Gallery of
                                                         Botanical Art. You can experience his Drawings and
                                                         Rotolo series- the most technically challenging work
                                                         Chihuly has ever created- and Seaforms, undulating
                                                         forms that conjure underwater life.
                                                         The celestial vibrant blue masterpiece Sapphire Star
                                                         will welcome you as you walk through Victoria Gate.

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Thurs 26th September 2019 - Dep. 8am
Buckingham Palace State Rooms                          Fri 27th September 2019 - Dep. 8am
and Royal Mews                                         London Zoo
Coach travel & ticket £60                              Coach travel & ticket £50

One of our most popular trips when we enjoy a          ZSL London Zoo has been educating and inspiring
day out at Buckingham Palace. We combine a visit       visitors since opening to the public in 1847. With
to the magnificent State Rooms with a tour of the      over 750 incredible species, exciting and innovative
famous Royal Mews including the Queen’s Golden         exhibits it’s a great day out in the capital for all
Coach. At the end of your visit to the State Rooms     ages. Land of the Lions, provides state-of-the-art
you can enjoy a break and refreshments at the          facilities for a breeding group of endangered Asiatic
Garden Café.                                           lions – of which only 400 remain in the wild.

Sat 28th September 2019 - Dep. 8am
Only Fools & Horses Dining Experience
Coach, 3-Course meal and show £75

Only Fools The (cushty) Dining Experience! This        Saturday 28th September 2019 - Dep. 8am
fully immersive, brand new show transports             British Museum & London Shopping
audiences to The Nags Head – right in the centre       Coach travel & ticket
of London! Meet the pride of Peckham in a night of
                                                       Adult £28 Child £15
eating, wheeling and dealing. The fun starts from
the moment audiences join the Trotters and friends
for a knees-up. Meanwhile, they try to drum up         Travel to London and have a day at the fabulous
some cash and make a cheeky saving on the side.        British Museum with exhibitions from across the
But why is the pub closed on the busiest night of      world including Egypt and the Rosetta Stone. Or
the week…??!! This is a t’riffic night out with some   take the opportunity of a day at your leisure in
cushty pub grub – you’d be a plonker to miss it!       London in the Tottenham Court Road area!

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Sunday 29th September – Thursday 3rd October 2019
Lake District Autumn Break – 4 night break Half Board
£490 pp (single rooms all sold)

Our trip will include 4-nights at the Skiddaw Hotel      and for those who like a valley walk, join in a lovely
in Keswick and during our stay will visit the National   walk with pub stop! Also included is the ‘Mountain
Park Visitor Centre, set in 30 acres of magnificent      Goat’ minibus for a spectacular trip across the area
terraced gardens stretching down to the shore of         including Borrowdale. We will also visit the villages
Windermere. Take a lake cruise and railway trip          including Grasmere, Ambleside and Hawkshead.

                                                           Wed 2nd October 2019 - Dep. 8:30am
                                                           Priscilla Queen of the Desert –
                                                           Musical – Milton Keynes Theatre
Wed 2nd October 2019 - Dep. 8:30am                         Coach travel & ticket £65
Milton Keynes Shopping Trip!
                                                           The iconic musical PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE
Coach £24                                                  DESERT is touring the UK! With more glitter than
                                                           ever before, this smash-hit show features a dazzling
Join us on this shopping extravaganza to the               array of stunning costumes, fabulous feathers and
Central Milton Keynes shopping area. It comprises          a non-stop parade of dance-floor classics including
two adjacent shopping centres, the grade II listed         IT’S RAINING MEN, I WILL SURVIVE, I LOVE THE
‘thecentre:mk’ which opened in 1979, and ‘intu             NIGHTLIFE and FINALLY! PRISCILLA is the hilarious
Milton Keynes’ (originally Midsummer Place) which          adventure of three friends who hop aboard a
opened in 2000. The complex is anchored by John            battered old bus bound for the Outback to put
Lewis, House of Fraser, Marks and Spencer and              on the show of a lifetime. Their epic journey is a
Debenhams. The complex is one of the largest in            heart-warming story of self-discovery, sassiness
the UK, with the size of over 120,000sq metres.            and acceptance.

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Friday 4th October 2019 - Dep. 1pm
                                                       Russell Howard – SSE Wembley Arena
                                                       Coach travel & ticket £75
                                                       (Block S7 Stage Central Arena Floor Level)

                                                       Following the record-breaking success of his 2017
                                                       tour Round the World, Russell Howard returns with
                                                       his biggest globe-spanning stand-up tour to date;
                                                       Respite. Hot on the heels of his critically-acclaimed
                                                       hit Sky One show The Russell Howard Hour, and his
                                                       global smash Netflix special Recalibrate, Russell is
                                                       back on stage where he belongs, making sense of a
                                                       world that’s spinning out of control.

Saturday 5th October 2019 - Dep. 7am                    Sat 5th October 2019 - Dep. 7am
Horse of the Year Show - Genting                        Miniatura – NEC Birmingham
Arena (NEC) Birmingham                                  Coach travel & ticket £40
Coach travel & ticket £75
(Ringside seats)                                        Miniatura began in 1983 as a place for miniaturists
                                                        to get together and enjoy their hobby. A show for
                                                        everyone who loves miniatures. The show regularly
Renowned as the most famous horse show in the
                                                        features the finest miniature craftspeople from
world, the Horse of the Year Show is the perfect
                                                        around the world. Miniature bookshelves on show
Special Events break for equine enthusiasts. See
                                                        at the Miniatura exhibition and trade show at the
first-hand the world’s best horses and riders and
                                                        NEC in Birmingham. The annual trade show is
experience the most thrilling competitions, trials,
                                                        one of the world’s biggest miniature events, with
and spectacular displays. Whether you are a keen
                                                        over 2000 miniaturists exhibiting and selling their
horse enthusiast, competitive or novice rider, or
                                                        handcrafted pieces over the weekend.
simply looking for a great day out, the Horse of the
Year Show has something for everyone.

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Sunday 6th October 2019 - Dep. 11am
Marvel Universe Live! – O2 Arena
Coach travel & ticket £73 (lower level Block 110)

Marvel Universe Live is coming to the UK next year,       Galaxy, in the live show. This will include Loki, Nebula,
bringing a multitude of popular characters to the O2      Yondu, Green Goblin, Electro, Rhino, Black Cat and
Arena. Marvel fans will be able to see more than 25       many more. However, Iron Man, Thor, Black Panther
characters come to life. The Avengers will be joined on   and Black Widow will also use their unique powers to
stage by the likes of Spider-Man and Guardians of the     disrupt their plans and save the day.

Monday 7th October - Dep. 9am
Silverstone Experience & Lap Drive! Coach Travel, Lap Circuit & Admission £52

The Silverstone Experience is housed within the only      stories of human endeavour, great sporting rivalries
remaining Second World War Wellington Bomber              and engineering innovation. At the end of your visit
hangar at the entrance to the iconic Silverstone          experience the thrill of speeding around Silverstone
Circuit. This hangar has been refurbished and             alongside your racing heroes in an immersive show
extended to create a fantastic 4000 m2 space to           ‘The ultimate Lap of Silverstone’ with commentary by
house this impressive visitor attraction. State of        Murray Walker. We shall also visit the racetrack for a
the art interactive displays will tell the fascinating    lap of the circuit on the coach!

For bookings and information 01603 868680                              www.ictravel.co.uk                       19
Wednesday 9th October 2019 - Dep. 8am
Biggin Hill Memorial Museum, Gardens, Chapel, Lunch & Afternoon Tea
Coach Travel, Lunch, Afternoon Tea & Admission £46

Opening in February 2019, the brand new Biggin Hill        situated on the same site as St George’s RAF Chapel
Memorial Museum tells the story of Britain’s most          of Remembrance, built in 1951 to preserve the legacy
famous fighter station, in particular its role during      of those who served and died at Biggin Hill during the
the Second World War. It tells the story of Britain’s      Second World War.
most famous fighter station through the personal           Includes: Private guided tour, entrance to the museum
experiences of those who served there, and the             exhibition, chapel and gardens and soup Lunch &
community that supported them. The museum is               Afternoon Tea.

Saturday 12th October 2019 - Dep. 8am
Knitting and Stitching Show – Alexandra Palace Coach travel & ticket £38

The Ally Pally show is the flagship Knitting & Stitching   3D crochet to surface embroidery, patchwork and
Show, established over 20 years ago. Whatever              quilting to intricate crochet. Enjoy magnificent textile
your passion our craft shows are the perfect place         art and meet the expert makers at the craft event of
to find inspiration, learn new skills and shop for all     the year. The most highly regarded textiles and craft
your sewing and knitting supplies. There are superb        show in the UK… Join us at Alexandra Palace, London
galleries at Alexandra Palace where some of the UK’s       for the knitting and sewing event of the year.
best-known textile artists showcase their work; from

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Tuesday 15th October 2019 - Dep. 1pm
Symphonic Queen – Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – Royal Albert Hall
Coach travel & ticket £70 (Front section Stalls seats)

Back by demand – a celebration of Queen’s greatest      institution with a host of seminal hits, each given
hits! The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra presents a       a sensational symphonic twist. Includes: We Will
thrilling tribute to the iconic rock band Queen, with   Rock You, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Don’t Stop
an unforgettable evening of anthems that will truly     Me Now, Another One Bites the Dust, Bohemian
rock you, all accompanied by a spectacular light        Rhapsody, We are the Champions… and many more!
show. Celebrate almost 50 years of this great British   Presented by BBC Radio 2’s Ken Bruce.

                                                          Wed 17th October 2019- Dep. 7:30am
                                                          RHS Garden Wisley – Taste of Autumn
Wednesday 16th October 2019                               Coach travel & ticket £42
- Dep. 8am                                                RHS Members £30
Imperial War Museum – London
Coach travel £25 (Admission free)                         Enjoy the best of the season with The Taste of
                                                          Autumn event. The orchard is laden with fruit and
The Imperial War Museum in London and its                 the garden is awash with colour; prepare to be
ground-breaking galleries tell the stories of people      tempted by quality food and drink stalls, pick up
whose lives have been forever impacted by conflict,       advice, be wowed by displays and much more at
from the First World War to the present day.              this must-see autumn event.

For bookings and information 01603 868680                           www.ictravel.co.uk                    21
Sat 19th October 2019 - Dep. 1pm
Andrea Bocelli – NEC Birmingham Coach travel & ticket £125

Andrea Bocelli the Italian classical tenor, from        fans across the globe as the singular, superb voice
Lajatico, became a worldwide singing phenomenon         that opera had been waiting for. Bocelli’s legendary
in the 1990s and has progressed to be one of the        status was confirmed when he was honoured
most successful artists of all time. With album sales   with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his
exceeding 80 million, he has captured the hearts of     contribution to Live Theatre.

Sunday 20th October 2019 - Dep. 2pm
Frank Skinner
– Milton Keynes Theatre                                   Sunday 27th October 2019 - Dep.8am
Coach travel & ticket £63 (Stalls seats)                  Camden Lock Market – London
                                                          Coach travel £32
This tour marks a return to the stand-up stage for
Frank, four years on from his Man In A Suit show,         Camden Lock Market spread over a wide area
which saw him play 24 consecutive nights at the           of Camden London, London’s Largest Outdoor
Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Away from the stage,           Market. The market has been going on for well over
Frank hosted a seventh series of BBC1’s Room 101.         thirty years, and in these times it’s undergone some
As England made their World Cup run last summer,          enormous changes. Home of a variety of antiques,
the iconic football anthem Three Lions, written by        cloths, arts & crafts and jewellery shops spread over
Frank alongside David Baddiel and The Lightning           a wide area of Camden. Camden Market is one of
Seeds, topped the singles chart for a fourth              London’s most popular tourist attractions, offering
separate time – the first time a single has ever          fashion and crafts; a mix of people and foods from
reached number one on four separate occasions             every corner of the world. The area has been made
with the same artist line-up. Frank created The           famous by films such as ‘Withnail & I’, pop icons
Frank Skinner Show (ITV), which is widely credited        ‘Madness’ & Oasis, and historic writers such as
as setting the tone for the modern comedic chat           George Orwell, Mary Shelley and Charles Dickens.
show and ran for nine years, attracting 11 million
viewers at its peak

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Wed 30th October 2019 - Dep. 8:30am
                                                          Milton Keynes Shopping Trip!
                                                          Coach travel £24

                                                          Join us on this shopping extravaganza to the
Saturday 26th October 2019                                Central Milton Keynes shopping area. It comprises
- Dep. 8am                                                two adjacent shopping centres, the grade II listed
                                                          ‘thecentre:mk’ which opened in 1979, and ‘intu
Freeport Shopping Outlet
                                                          Milton Keynes’ (originally Midsummer Place) which
– Braintree Coach travel £24                              opened in 2000. The complex is anchored by John
                                                          Lewis, House of Fraser, Marks and Spencer and
Join us on a trip to the Freeport Shopping Outlet         Debenhams. The complex is one of the largest in
at Braintree where you will enjoy many bargains at        the UK, with the size of over 120,000sq metres. and
over 85 top name stores in one location!                  14.30 daily.

Wednesday 30th October 2019 - Dep. 8:30am
Kinky Boots – Musical – Milton Keynes Theatre Coach travel & ticket £65

Kinky Boots is the winner of every major Best Musical   to the glamorous catwalks of Milan. Charlie Price is
award and is the hottest show in town! With songs       struggling to live up to his father’s expectations and
by Grammy® and Tony® winning pop icon Cyndi             continue the family business of Price & Son. With the
Lauper, this fabulous musical celebration is about      shoe factory’s future hanging in the balance, help
the friendships we discover, and the belief that        arrives in the unlikely but spectacular form of Lola,
you can change the world when you change your           a fabulous performer in need of some sturdy new
mind. Kinky Boots takes you from the factory floor      stilettos.

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Friday 1st November 2019 - Dep. 8am
London Postal Museum & Lunch Coach, lunch and admission £56

Following our sell-out trip earlier this year, another   that – up until now – remained hidden from public
chance to enjoy this day out gives you entrance to       view. Descend into the old engineering depot of Mail
the Postal Museum in London which includes a two-        Rail – the one-hundred-year old little-known Post
course lunch before the tour. The museum’s galleries     Office railway – and board a miniature train designed
will take you on a journey through five-centuries        to transport people through its narrow tunnels for the
of world-class curiosities, providing a different,       first time. The train ride will pass through and stop
previously unseen view on some of the world’s most       at the original Mount Pleasant station platforms 70
significant historical events, and an insight into the   feet underground, where an impressive audio-visual
quirky beginnings of the earliest social network.        display will take riders back in time, giving an insight
Once you have explored the museum, your ticket           into the heyday of the railway.
will then grant you access to a subterranean world

                                                          Sunday 3rd Nov 2019 - Dep. 7am
                                                          Creative Crafts/Cake International &
                                                          Simply Christmas Shows NEC
                                                          Coach travel & ticket £40

                                                          Discover all the ideas, inspiration and supplies you
                                                          could ever dream of! Knitters, stitchers, hobbyists
                                                          and crafters will be in their element with endless
                                                          supplies, innovations, new product launches,
                                                          demonstrations and workshops designed to
                                                          encourage and inspire your creativity – there’s no
                                                          better place to stock up and revel in creative craft
                                                          inspiration! Enjoy live music and festive food and
                                                          drink as you tick off your Christmas shopping list!
                                                          The UK’s leading cake decorating, sugarcraft &
                                                          baking show. Cake enthusiasts must experience
                                                          this unique event that brings together the latest
                                                          trends and supplies, cutting edge workshops and
                                                          demos and the world-famous Cake International
                                                          competition display!
                                                          Ticket gives access to all 3 shows!

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Wed 6th November 2019 - Dep. 1pm
                                                          The Music of the Night
                                                          – Royal Albert Hall
                                                          Coach travel & ticket: £57
                                                          (Front Circle tickets)

                                                          Hit songs from the most sensational shows of our
                                                          time. Join a host of West End stars for a dazzling
                                                          evening of glitz and glamour! Featuring highlights
                                                          from: The Phantom Of The Opera, Chicago, Les
                                                          Misérables, We Will Rock You, Cats, Mamma Mia,
                                                          Strictly Ballroom, and many more!
                                                          With the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard
                                                          Balcombe Conductor, Louise Dearman (Wicked),
                                                          Celinde Schoenmaker (Les Misérables), Ben Forster
                                                          (The Phantom of the Opera), Alex Gaumond (We Will
                                                          Rock You), plus, a Special Guest Presenter

Thurs 7th November 2019 - Dep. 8am
War Horse Troubadour Theatre – Wembley Coach travel & ticket (Stalls) £70

Following 8 record-breaking years in London’s West       takes him on an extraordinary journey, serving on
End and having played in 11 countries around the         both sides before finding himself alone in no man’s
world to over 7 million people, the National Theatre’s   land. Albert, who remained on his parents’ Devon
acclaimed play War Horse is now touring the UK. At       farm, cannot forget Joey. Though still not old enough
the outbreak of World War One, Joey, young Albert’s      to enlist he embarks on a treacherous mission to find
beloved horse, is sold to the Cavalry and shipped to     him and bring him home.
France. He’s soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate

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Thurs 14th November 2019 - Dep. 1pm
                                                         John Rutter at St. Paul’s Cathedral
                                                         Coach travel & ticket £65

                                                         Don’t miss John Rutter himself conduct the Royal
                                                         Philharmonic Orchestra in an entire programme
                                                         of his very own resplendent works – including
                                                         his poignant Requiem – within the sublime
                                                         surroundings of one of the world’s most celebrated
                                                         landmarks: St Paul’s Cathedral.
                                                         John Rutter Conductor | Mary Bevan Soprano
                                                         | The Bach Choir

Fri 15th November 2019 Dep. 8:30am                        Thurs 14th November 2019- Dep. 1pm
Ely Cathedral Christmas Fayre                             Tina The Musical
Coach travel & ticket £27                                 Coach travel & ticket £75 (top seats)

Join IC Travel to the biggest Christmas fair in           One of the fastest selling shows of all time and we
Cambridgeshire with over 150 stalls and 15,000            have secured another date! This show has been so
visitors are expected to attend. If you’re looking for    popular that no group rates are available for any
something to do while you wait for The North Pole         matinee show therefore we have secured tickets
to open on Parker’s Piece, then why not do some           for this evening performance in London. From
Christmas shopping, or just have a festive wander         humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her
around at this must-visit event. Visitors can expect      transformation into the global Queen of Rock ‘n’
beautiful, affordable gifts and gourmet food all in       Roll, Tina Turner didn’t just break the rules, she
the magnificent setting of the cathedral’s nave and       rewrote them. This new stage musical, presented
Lady Chapel. Additional attractions include floral        in association with Tina Turner herself, reveals the
and craft demonstrations, a festive food hall, hog        untold story of a woman who dared to defy the
roast, vintage carousel, reindeer and … elves.            bounds of her age, gender and race.

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Sat 16th November 2019 - Dep. 8am
Country Living Magazine Christmas Fayre – BDC Islington
Coach travel & ticket £43

Shop from over 450 exhibitors and find everything for    Christmas Workshops have something for everyone
your home, garden, wardrobe, pets and much more!         to enjoy.
The Country Living Christmas Fair is the perfect place   Get advice from our team of cooking professionals
to pick up beautiful, original pieces, Christmas gifts   and learn new and delicious seasonal recipes in the
and festive inspiration.                                 CL Kitchen or listen to inspirational talks from our top
From crafting, decorating and crocheting to wreath       speakers at the CL Theatre.
making and paper garlands, the Country Living

                                                          Sat 16th November 2019 - Dep. 8am
                                                          Barbarians v Fiji –
                                                          Rugby International - Twickenham
                                                          Coach travel & ticket £70

                                                          The Barbarians are back to face Fiji for the Killik
                                                          Cup, in the only Autumn International of 2019 to be
                                                          played at Twickenham following the Rugby World
                                                          Cup.
                                                          During their last encounter in 2013, a bumper 68,000
                                                          fans were treated to a mouth-watering spectacle of
                                                          running rugby from both teams.
                                                          We have obtained tickets for area L22 at
                                                          Twickenham face value £60 but we are offering with
                                                          travel at £70 in total!

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Thursday 21st November 2019 & Friday 22nd November
Bury St. Edmunds Christmas Market & Fireworks Coach Travel £20
21st November: 1.30pm Departure - afternoon and evening visit including
Fireworks display
22nd November: 9.30am Departure – morning and afternoon visit

With over 300 stalls from all over the world, two       transformed into a wonderful Christmas market with
stages of entertainment, traditional funfair and lots   colourful stalls selling local produce and crafts as
of free activities Bury St Edmunds’ Annual Christmas    well as traders from around the UK and mainland
Fayre should not be missed. There’s something           Europe, with traditional fairground rides and on-stage
for everyone! Between 21 and 24 November, the           entertainment.
historic centre of Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk will be

                                                         Sat 23rd November 2019 - Dep. 7:30am
                                                         Warley National Model Railway
                                                         Exhibition
                                                         Coach travel & ticket
                                                         Adult £45 Child £30

                                                         The Warley National Model Railway exhibition has
                                                         once again been voted the UK’s top model Railway
                                                         show by British Railway Modelling Magazine’s
                                                         readers and continues to be a must for all railway
                                                         modellers and a great day out for all the family.
                                                         There will be over 90 layouts in all scales and gauges,
                                                         from UK and abroad. A real steam loco centrepiece
                                                         display. Traders, Preservation and society groups
                                                         and ‘How to’ demonstrations on most aspects of the
                                                         hobby.

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Sat 23rd November 2019 - Dep. 7:30am
                                                         Motorcycle Live – NEC Birmingham
                                                         Coach travel & ticket £50
                                                         Seniors £42, 16 & Under £25

                                                         The UK’s largest motorcycle show offers a central
                                                         meeting point for all biking enthusiasts, young and
                                                         old, newcomers and old-timers – the show will
                                                         place you firmly in the centre of all things biking.
                                                         Supported by major manufacturers such as Honda,
                                                         Kawasaki, Ducati, KTM and BMW, you can expect to
                                                         find the very latest bikes, opportunities, products
                                                         and services. With 10 opportunities to ride, hundreds
                                                         of chances to try them for size and plenty to see,
                                                         learn and buy – there’s nowhere else in the country
                                                         where so many brands are represented at the same
                                                         time, and in the same place. Moto Cirque – our free
                                                         to watch Arena show, will offer immense biking
                                                         stunts from hugely talented riders – featuring FMX
                                                         aerial action, trials, BMX and a jam packed half hour
                                                         of choreographed dance, lights and music.

Sunday 24th November 2019 - Dep. 8:30am
Classical Spectacular – Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at The Royal Albert Hall
Coach travel & ticket £72

The UK’s most popular classical show returns to         Nimrod, Funiculi Funicula, Hallelujah Chorus, Soldier’s
the Royal Albert Hall celebrating 30 years with a       Chorus from Faust, Prelude to Act III Lohengrin,
very special season of concerts this November.          Brindisi from La Traviata, O Soave Fanciulla from La
From the very best classical music and state of the     Bohème, Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana, Rule
art technology to electrifying multi-coloured laser     Britannia!, Nessun Dorma, Land of Hope and Glory
displays and our famous thundering finale to the        and the 1812 Overture!! With thundering cannons and
music of the 1812 Overture, the November 2019           fireworks.
season promises to be bigger and more thrilling than    With the London Philharmonic Choir, Madeleine
ever.                                                   Pierard soprano, Alexander James Edwards tenor
Programme includes: O Fortuna from Carmina              Classical Spectacular Dancers, The British Imperial
Burana, Also Sprach Zarathustra, Sleeping Beauty        Military Band and the Muskets and Cannons of the
Waltz, Grand March from Aida, Semper Fidelis, Bolero,   Moscow Militia.

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Friday November 29th to Saturday
                                                              November 30th 2019 - Dep. 7am
                                                              York & Harrogate Knitting & Stitching
Thurs 28th November 2019 - Dep. 8am                           Show – 1 Night Short Break DBB
White Christmas – Dominion Theatre                            1-night break DBB
Coach travel & ticket £75                                     £150pp with £15 single supplement

Make it a magical Christmas with this spectacular             Harrogate Knitting & Stitching Show is one of the
brand-new production of Irving Berlin’s White                 big events in the craft world calendar. Trip includes
Christmas. Experience this ‘terrific dose of pure             free time in York on 29th and admission to show
escapism’ as this feel-good family musical lights             on 30th November. Cost includes half-board
up London’s Dominion Theatre for a strictly limited           accommodation at the Best Western Burn Hall
season from November 2019.                                    Hotel.

Friday November 29th to
Saturday November 30th 2019 - Dep. 7am
York Christmas Market & Harrogate Shopping- 1 Night Short Break DBB
£135 pp (with £15 Single supplement)

You will have plenty of time to explore York and its        and Harrogate on 30th November. Cost includes
Christmas Market and also the beautiful Harrogate           half-board accommodation at the Best Western Burn
with its wide range of shops full of fantastic gifts this   Hall Hotel.
festive season. Trip includes free time in York on 29th

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Sat 30th November 2019 - Dep. 8am                         Wednesday 4th December 2019 -
Kensington Dolls House Christmas                          Dep. 5pm
Festival                                                  Holkham Hall Candlelit Tour
Coach travel & ticket £40                                 Coach travel & tour £38
For over 30 years the Kensington Dollshouse               A magical opportunity to see the magnificent state
Festival has been searching all over the globe for        rooms of Holkham Hall adorned with opulent
the best craftsmen who can perfectly replicate            Christmas decorations and beautiful flickering
everyday life in miniature. We have over 170 artists      candlelight. Join one of Holkham’s knowledgeable
from all corners of the world attending our London        guides for a tour where you will see the wonderful
shows. These makers specialise in all aspects of          decorations, learn about how they were created
miniatures from a Grand, fully decorated mansion          and listen to the intriguing stories of Holkham’s
to humble clothes peg & everything in between.            history and of its resident’s past and present.
You will find everything you need for your house          Included is a glass of Prosecco or a soft drink and a
or model, with work & materials in 1:12, 1:24, 1:48       mince pie.
& even 1:144 scales. Included in your entry fee you
will receive a full colour catalogue with detailed
listings of all exhibitors & there is a free cloakroom.
Hot & Cold snacks are available in the venue.

Sun 1st December 2019 - Dep. 2pm                          Mon 2nd December 2019 - Dep. 8am
Elvis In Concert with the Royal                           IC Travel Christmas Lunch & Cruise
Philharmonic Concert Orchestra                            on the Thames
Coach travel & ticket £98                                 Coach travel, Thames Cruise, 3-Course
                                                          Christmas Meal and Glass of Fizz: £70
The critically acclaimed Elvis In Concert – Live On
Screen is back at the O2 Arena on 1st December.           Enjoy a 3-Course Christmas Meal with glass of
The specially designed show feature vintage               fizz and we venture down the River Thames from
footage of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll in concert           Westminster to Greenwich all with traditional
projected on a state of the art HD screen, backed         Christmas entertainment. With the 2018 events
by a full 40-piece symphony orchestra. The tour will      selling out so quickly and following fantastic
feature appearances from Priscila Presley and long        excursions in the last 2- years we have booked
term associate Jerry Schilling.                           again for 2019! Book now to get your place!

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Thursday 5th December 2019 - Dep. 8am                    Sun 8th December 2019 - Dep. 10am
Lincoln Christmas Market                                 Warners Corton Xmas Dinner and
Coach travel £28                                         Panto!
                                                         Coach travel, 3-course Christmas
Visitors are welcomed to this beautiful city and
the traditional Christmas Market, where you will
                                                         Dinner and Panto £40
enjoy cultural entertainment and stroll around over
250 stalls nestled with in the medieval square and       Join us as we head to Warners Corton Coastal
surrounding area. The medieval square between            Village for an IC Travel Christmas Dinner & Panto!
the impressive Norman castle and magnificent             Enjoy a delicious three course lunch followed by a
gothic cathedral is the perfect backdrop for the         pantomime at the Warners Leisure Resort on the
Christmas Market.                                        Norfolk Coast

Thursford Christmas Spectacular! Coach travel & ticket £62
Wednesday 6th November 2019 – Matinee
Friday 13th December 2019 – Evening
Wednesday 18th December - Matinee
Matinees: 12 noon Departure. Evening Show: 5pm Departure

The Thursford Christmas Spectacular is the most        costumes, outstanding music and singing from a cast
popular Christmas show of all time in England and      of over one hundred. Our seats our top priced seats in
is a blend of exciting Christmas entertainment, with   the deluxe raised seating area.
seasonal songs, carols, dazzling dancers, beautiful

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Thurs 12th December 2019 - Dep. 5pm
                                                     Holkham Hall Candlelit Tour &
                                                     Xmas Dinner
Wed 11th December 2019 - Dep. 8:30am                 Coach, 3-Course Christmas
John Rutter’s Christmas Celebration                  Dinner & Tour £62
with the Royal Philharmonic
Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall                   A magical opportunity to see the magnificent state
                                                     rooms of Holkham Hall adorned with opulent
Coach travel & ticket £65
                                                     Christmas decorations and beautiful flickering
Or Coach Only to Kensington £30                      candlelight. Join one of Holkham’s knowledgeable
                                                     guides for a tour where you will see the wonderful
There’s no better way to enjoy the festive spirit    decorations, learn about how they were created
than attending John Rutter’s popular Christmas       and listen to the intriguing stories of Holkham’s
Celebration, conducted and presented to you by       history and of its resident’s past and present.
John Rutter himself and performed for you by the     Included is a glass of Prosecco or a soft drink and a
world-famous Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Enjoy     mince pie. A 3-Course Christmas Dinner is included
this classic festive favourite with numerous sing-   taken in the Courtyard Café after the tour.
along carols, all in the magnificent surroundings
of the Royal Albert Hall, making this a not to be
missed event – perfect for all!

                                                     Sun 29th December 2019 - Dep. 11am
                                                     Christmas at Kew (with Windsor)
                                                     Coach travel & ticket
Sun 15th December 2019 - Dep. 1pm                    £50 Adult £40 Child
Potters Resort – Big Christmas
Break!                                               Now in its seventh year, the 2019 winter trail will
Coach travel, 5-Course Dinner, Bed &                 be bigger than ever before, with over a million
                                                     twinkling pea-lights and thousands of laser
Breakfast & Show from £139                           beams. Walk under welcoming arches into a
                                                     world festooned with seasonal cheer and wander
Enjoy a five-course dinner with selected wines       beneath unique tree canopies drenched in
included, before heading through to the Atlas        Christmas colour. Following our 2018 visit this is
Theatre where you will relax and be entertained      a must for this Christmas! We have some time at
by Potters Theatre Company as they perform their     leisure in Windsor before heading to Kew for the
2019 Christmas Spectacular.                          early evening!

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