4* Bournemouth Festive Sparkle With Lunch

Itinerary

Day 1

Join your comfortable coach at your convenient local pick up point this morning, and head to Winchester for a visit to this great city's delightful Christmas Market. Spend time soaking up the festive atmosphere before re-joining your coach and heading for Bournemouth, your base for the next few days. On arrival at your 4* hotel, there will be time to settle in and perhaps take a stroll for a breath of fresh air and views across Bournemouth Bay. Make sure you have time for a drink in the bar to meet new friends before enjoying your first evening meal and some great festive entertainment.

Days 2 to 3

Enjoy time to explore your lovely resort including beautiful sandy blue flag beaches, museums, galleries, amusement arcades and fabulous shopping opportunities. You can choose to either spend all your time in Bournemouth or join our INCLUDED excursion to Weymouth.

Return to the hotel every evening for another drink, some good food and more sparkly festive entertainment.

Day 4

After a final hearty breakfast it is time to say farewell to Bournemouth today. Board your comfortable coach for a relaxing journey home full of lovely memories and with your newly made friends.

Tour includes

• 3 nights hotel with English breakfast & evening meals
• 1 festive lunch
• Festive entertainment programme
• Time to explore Bournemouth at leisure
• Visit to Winchester Christmas Market
• Excursion to Weymouth
• Direct Coach Travel
• Net Zero Carbon

Bournemouth

Bournemouth is the largest resort in Dorset and along with seven miles of sandy beaches also has beautiful parks and gardens. You’re sure to find plenty of things to do while exploring this coastal town, with lots of attractions, activities, entertainment and adventure to keep all ages entertained. With great shopping and dining experiences there really is something for all ages and budgets.

Beneath the magnificent cliffs you’ll find Bournemouth’s award winning beaches and world-class seafront. From family attractions and a historic house museum to picturesque walks and outdoor activities – as well as restaurants and bars – Bournemouth’s coastline is the jewel in its crown.  Beach huts are a very British tradition that actually originated in Bournemouth in 1908 - you can even rent the world’s oldest beach hut! The beach huts and funky beach pods are available for hire and are ideal for taking in the stunning views and watching the world go by.

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Weymouth

INCLUDED Visitor DestinationWith beautiful golden sands sprinkled with deckchairs, safe shallow waters, an action packed events programme and pretty harbourside, you certainly won’t be lost for things to do in wonderful Weymouth! The world was introduced to the Georgian grandeur of Weymouth during the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, when its fine seafront provided an impressive backdrop to the sailing events and captured the hearts of many! Sit back and relax with a glass of fizz or a Dorset Cream Tea from one of the harbourside bars or bistros...a great way to spend an afternoon or evening! In the main season, a visit to the Nothe Fort is a must. Built by the Victorians to protect Portland Harbour, this unique attraction is a network of underground passages and is steeped in history, and it provides stunning views out towards Portland and over Weymouth Bay. From sand sculptures to a magical underwater world of dazzling sea creatures, Weymouth has attractions to delight visitors of all ages!

Winchester Christmas Market

INCLUDED Visitor Destination

From its relatively modest beginnings, the Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market now attracts visitors from around the globe each year and has achieved a reputation as being amongst the very best in Europe. Within the stunning surroundings of the Cathedral’s historic Inner and Outer Close you’ll find over 100 attractive wooden chalets brimming with goodies. The stallholders are individually selected by the Cathedral’s in-house team to ensure superior quality, uniqueness and that a wide range of products are available. There’s a strong emphasis on British and artisan amongst the stallholders. Look out for Hampshire’s finest cheese and sourdough toasties – these alone are reason to return regularly! With the dramatic medieval architecture as a backdrop, it’s an idyllic setting at any time of day, but it really comes into its own after twilight when the Cathedral is lit up and a warm glow radiates from the market stalls.

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Winchester itself is an unspoilt cathedral city on the edge of the rolling South Downs, and is England's ancient capital and former seat of King Alfred the Great. Aside from the fabulous eleventh century Cathedral, it is most well-known for its Great Hall, which for over 700 years has housed the mysterious King Arthur's Round Table. Popular for its bustling shopping streets, the many bars, traditional pubs and restaurants make eating out a pleasure, and there are pretty riverside walks past tranquil water meadows.

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Accommodation

Norfolk Royale Hotel Bournemouth

The Norfolk Royale Hotel is a charming and elegant 4* hotel located in the heart of the town, perfect for visitors seeking a blend of comfort and convenience. Housed in a beautifully restored Edwardian building, the hotel offers stylish rooms and modern amenities, including an indoor heated pool, a relaxing garden, and a restaurant serving classic British cuisine. Its central location provides easy access to Bournemouth’s beaches, shopping, and entertainment venues, making it an ideal base for exploring the area. With its friendly service and welcoming atmosphere, the Norfolk Royale offers a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

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