Durham, Whitby & Barnard Castle On Market Day
- Duration: 5 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TGLE9394
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
5 days
5 Day Coach Holiday
Durham is steeped in a thousand years of history and presents a distinctive collection of historic landmarks, all bringing the past to life. It was dubbed “a perfect little city” by writer, Bill Bryson, while Traveller magazine readers voted it the “Best City in the UK”. Our cruise on the meandering River Wear through this splendid metropolis will treat you to the very best views of the Romanesque cathedral, Norman castle and ancient bridges. Afterwards, perhaps visit the museum which is housed in a historic church and showcases local history. Head to the Oriental Museum with its artefacts from countries such as China, Japan and ancient Egypt or discover the National Trust’s Crook Hall where you’ll find a mix of medieval, Jacobean and Georgian architecture as well as English style gardens. We call at Barnard Castle on market day to soak up the friendly atmosphere. We also head to Whitby where you could visit Captain Cook’s harbourside house or view the spooky settings from the gothic horror novel Dracula.
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
Coach Holidays (UK Mainlands)
- Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
- Coach travel throughout
- Excursions as stated
- ABTA bonded for your peace of mind
Holiday Highlights & Inclusions
• Durham City River Wear cruise• Excursions to Whitby, Barnard Castle on market day and Bishop Auckland
• Four nights dinner, bed & breakfast
• Coach travel throughout
• ABTA bonded for your peace of mind
Your Excursions
Durham City River Wear CruiseWe head to Browns Boathouse to board the Prince Bishop for our river cruise enjoying exceptional views of Durham City’s landmarks along with live commentary. Onboard you’ll find a sun deck and a café bar. Afterwards, explore Durham at your own pace. Don’t miss the World Heritage cathedral and castle.
Whitby
Attractions include the haunting remains of the abbey which, along with St Mary’s Church, inspired Bram Stoker’s gothic tale of Dracula. Follow in the footsteps of Captain Cook at his harbourside house where the great explorer served his apprenticeship.
Market Day in Barnard Castle & Bishop Auckland
A morning visit to enchanting Barnard Castle on market day so you can browse the wares and do a spot of haggling. This settlement is built around a twelfth century castle overlooking the River Tees. Its distinctive streets are crammed with antique and craft shops as well as quirky treasures such as the bullet-marked market cross. Afterwards, we continue to Bishop Auckland for free time.
Durham, Whitby & Barnard Castle
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Clarion Hotel - Boldon ,Newcastle South
Located five miles from Newcastle, this well-appointed, four star hotel has a pleasant furnished terrace and stylish public areas with free WiFi throughout. Bedrooms are spacious and comfortable, and there is a superb leisure club to enjoy.
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