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The Polar Express & York Christmas Fayre - Premium Ticket

UK & Ireland
  • Duration: 2 days
  • Board Basis: Half Board
  • Tour Ref: D2TCAL22075

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  • Travel Type: Coach

2 days

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Climb aboard for a truly magical evening Christmas experience on The Polar Express Train Ride. A festive experience for the family like no other, you can sit back, relax and indulge in tasty treats along the journey including cookies and hot chocolate as you sing along to Christmas carols all in a wonderfully festive carriage. 

Listen to the story of the Polar Express abourd the premium festive carriage whilst keeping an eye out for Santa Claus himself. As he makes his exciting appearance on board, each child shall receive their very own first gift of Christmas, a silver bell from his sleigh and branded ceramic mug!

Explore the delightful Christmas market and attractions of York and its Christmas Fayre. Take a stroll through the Shambles, enjoy the Minster, City Walls and Cliffords Tower, along with a host of other attractions along the way.

PRICE FROM ? £179 per person
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What's Included

  • Coach travel with reserved seating
  • One night dinner, bed and breakfast at our select hotel
  • Evening Journey aboard the premium festive carriage on the Polar Express Train Ride on the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway including Golden Ticket, Hot Chocolate, cookie, believe bell, premium festive carriage & branded ceramic mug.
  • A Sunday visit to York and its wonderful Christmas Fayre

All passengers can wear pyjamas on the train to make the journey even more magical.

The Polar Express Train Ride, Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam, Yorkshire -
This magical train departs from Bolton Abbey Station in Skipton, and heads directly to The North Pole. Music, hot chocolate and cosy PJs – it will be a magical, immersive experience for the whole family!

York’s annual Christmas Market is spread out over a few of the city’s historic streets, offering a wide range of stocking fillers, unique gifts and fairground attractions that are sure to delight the whole family. You’ll also be able to sample some of the best food Yorkshire has to offer in St. Sampson’s Square, as well as a range of international flavours

Polar Express Embsay & Bolton Abbey - Carousel (Can use for all Polar breaks as we don't have any new Wensleydale specific images)

The Polar Express Train Ride, Yorkshire

The Polar Express Train Ride, Yorkshire“ALL ABOARD!” 

To the North Pole, of course! This is the Polar Express! 
Brought to you by Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam, the Polar Express Train Ride departs from Bolton Abbey Station in Skipton, Yorkshire and heads directly to The North Pole. Music, hot chocolate, cosy PJs – it will be a magical experience for the whole family! 

One thing about trains: it doesn't matter where they're going. What matters is deciding to get on. 
What better way to get into the festive spirit than stepping into the most magical Christmas film ever made? As soon as the Polar Express doors open, you’ll set off on your own journey to The North Pole, immersed in iconic moments from the film and the characters themselves coming to life all around you - including the conductor, the singing chefs, the hobo and of course, Father Christmas. 

Here we only got one rule. Never, ever let it cool. 
Hot chocolate, and other highlights of your journey:
  • You’ll be served rich, sweet hot chocolate complete with cookie, by singing and dancing chefs
  • The dancing chefs will tell the classic Christmas tale ‘The Polar Express’ by Chris Van Allsberg
  • You’ll be presented with your first gift of Christmas: your very own silver sleigh bell, by Santa and one of his elves! 
  • Stock up on last-minute gifts and merchandise at the gift shop once your journey’s over, at the magical gift shop 

York

York

York, a beautiful and enchanting walled city in the heart of North Yorkshire.

Described as a lively festival city with Roman roots and a Viking past, York offers a fantastic range of attractions for you to explore.  Wander around the Shambles, quaint cobbled lanes which are home to independent stores, quirky gift shops and cosy tea rooms. With buildings from the 14th century, it’s one of the most intact medieval areas in England, visited by many visitors every year.

Visit York Minster, one of the world’s most magnificent Gothic cathedral and the largest cathedral in Northern Europe. This exquisite building contains an impressive collection of medieval stained glass, with the earliest dating back to the 12th century. 

Explore the fascinating museums, such as the National Railway Museum, York Castle Museum and Jorvik Viking Centre. There are also inspiring art galleries, including York Art Gallery with artist collections that span over 600 years. 

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