Back In Tyne
- Duration: 5 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TBAR830
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
5 days
5 Days | Includes Bamburgh Castle, Alnwick Gardens, Durham boat cruise and Angel of the North!
Three differing days out as we visit a castle, some famous gardens and enjoy a historic city by river. We stay in the 4-star Holiday Inn in the leafy Jesmond area of the city which is walking distance to the famous Town Moor.PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Sunday We head north to Newcastle with a lunchtime stop in Ripon, founded over 1,300 years ago with a 7th century cathedral.
Monday We take a scenic drive along the Northumberland coast to Bamburgh where we visit the impressive castle which has stunning views of the Farne Islands. After there is time to explore this beautiful village by the sea. On our return we also make a short stop in the seaside town of Seahouses.
Tuesday To Durham and we enjoy a one-hour long cruise on The Prince Bishop River Cruiser which offers spectacular views of the historic city, cathedral, castle and bridges. There is then free to explore Durham and we return to our hotel with a photo stop at the Angel of the North.
Wednesday To Alnwick where we have an included visit to the gardens where we can explore acres of fascinating plants, watersculptures, the infamous Poison Garden and one of the world’s largest treehouses! Later we continue a scenic drive via Rothbury and Otterburn to the attractive market town of Hexham, where we make a stop.
Thursday We return with a lunch time stop in Wetherby, an attractive market town dating back to 1240 on the river Wharfe.
Holiday Inclusions
Price Includes:
- Return coach travel
- Home pickup & drop off service (see here for details.)
- Tours as indicated (Inc. Bamburgh Castle, Alnwick Gardens and a boat ride)
- Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast and evening meal
Hotel information
Holiday Inn Newcastle Jesmond
4-star contemporary hotel in the stylish suburb of Jesmond for shopping and Jesmond Dene for peace and tranquility.
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