Strawberries & Cream – An English Dream!
- Duration: 5 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TELL9079
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
5 days
New for 2021
This tour takes us to Cambridgeshire where we can relax on the river while enjoying strawberries & cream, explore the historic city of Cambridge & the cathedral city of Ely as well as learning about ‘The Sport of Kings’ at the National Horse Racing Heritage Centre.
Tour Highlights:
* River Punt with Strawberries & Cream
* Historic City of Cambridge
* Cathedral City of Ely
* National Horse Racing Heritage Centre
* Roman City of St. Albans
* RAF Museum - Hendon
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
Excursions Included:
- We enjoy our drive to Newmarket – Home of Horseracing. Here we visit the National Horseracing Centre and learn all about the history of ‘The Sport of Kings’. Following this visit we make our way to the historic city of Ely with its splendid array of medieval buildings and narrow streets and magnificent cathedral, known as ‘The Ship of The Fens’.
- We enjoy a visit to Cambridge where we board our chauffeured punt to enjoy a relaxing journey through the back waters of the River Cam in this delightful city. To compliment this truly English setting, strawberries & cream will be served as you glide by the many college buildings. Following our punt, the rest of the day is at leisure to explore Cambridge at your own pace.
- We travel south to visit the Roman City of St. Albans. At the city’s historic core, you will find the stunning cathedral, which dates back to 1077. In the afternoon we travel to the RAF Museum in Hendon which has over 85 aircraft on site. The museum allows you to get up-close to many historic and ground-breaking aircraft and learn more about their important roles.
Doubletree by Hilton Cambridge Belfry Hotel 4 Star
Boasting a stunning lakeside location, the Doubletree by Hilton Cambridge Belfry Hotel is situated just on the outskirts of the city of Cambridge. All of the comfortable bedrooms are en-suite and are equipped with TV, telephone, Wi-Fi and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel offers restaurant, bar, lounge, swimming pool, spa and hot tub. Lift.
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