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Cologne & Dusseldorf Christmas Markets
From Only £425.00

Prepare to fall in love with yuletide Germany as we visit the enchanting Cologne and Düsseldorf Christmas Markets!

Duration: 4 Days
16/12/2024
Christmas Winter Wonderland in Vienna
From Only £1,049.00

Experience the magic of Christmas on our enchanting getaway to Vienna. With its fairytale buildings and the aroma of candied fruits and cinnamon filling the air, during the festive season Vienna is like stepping into a Christmas card

Duration: 8 Days
22/12/2024
Andre Rieu in Antwerp
From Only £499.00

Experience the magic of André Rieu when he returns to Belgium in 2024. Discover one of the musical world's living legends, an accomplished violinist and conductor for yourself, and don't forget to explore the best of Valkenburg and Aachen too!

Duration: 4 Days
11/01/2025
Winter Wonderland on the Glacier Express
From Only £935.00

All aboard! Don't miss this incredible journey on the world-famous Swiss Glacier Express! First introduced in 1930, the exhilarating rail journey takes you through the beautiful and dramatic scenery of the snowy Alps.

Duration: 7 Days
17/01/2025
Winter Wonderland in the Black Forest
From Only £699.00

New for 2025 - Escape to the Black Forest this February and explore the scenic sights of a true alpine winter wonderland.

Duration: 7 Days
02/02/2025
Springtime Splendour on the Glacier Express
From Only £975.00

Introduced almost one hundred years ago, this exhilarating rail journey takes you through the beautiful and dramatic scenery of the snowy Alps.

Duration: 7 Days
01/03/2025
Springtime Symphony in the Italian Lakes
From Only £1,399.00

From the charming medieval settlements to the picturesque shores of Lake Garda, enjoy visits to Verona, Limone, Malcesine, and an optional excursion to Venice, this adventure offers a perfect blend of exploration and relaxation.

Duration: 12 Days
23/03/2025
Treasures of Tuscany at Easter
From Only £899.00

This Easter, discover the Treasures of Tuscany, one of Italy's most beautiful regions famed for its breathtaking rolling landscapes, medieval towns and stunning coasts.

Duration: 9 Days
16/04/2025
Beautiful Bruges - Venice of the North
From Only £449.00

Locally known as the 'Venice of the North,' explore Bruges' many waterways, architectural sights and cultural delights on your own time before visiting Gent, another of the region's stunning cities.

Duration: 4 Days
3 dates available
Heart of Ireland Experience
From Only £799.00

Discover the Emerald Isle, a fascinating land of myth and legend, famous for its cultural sights and friendly locals.

Duration: 6 Days
11/05/2025
Treasures of Tuscany
From Only £925.00

Discover the Treasures of Tuscany, one of Italy's most beautiful regions and famed for its breathtaking rolling landscapes, medieval towns and stunning coasts.

Duration: 9 Days
17/05/2025 and
06/09/2025
Highlights of Tuscany, Lake Garda & Rome
From Only £1,099.00

Explore unmissable Tuscany, the birthplace of the Renaissance and one of the most beautiful regions in Italy.

Duration: 9 Days
06/06/2025
Normandy's D-Day Beaches
From Only £499.00

Join us for an awe-inspiring journey across the English Channel and follow in the footsteps of the three hundred thousand Allied soldiers and personnel who took part in the Normandy Landings eighty-one years ago.

Duration: 4 Days
07/06/2025
Austrian Lakes & Mountains
From Only £799.00

Enjoy spectacular Alpine scenery as you explore the very best of Austria! Join us as we journey through the magnificent Alps on one of Europe's most awe-inspiring railway, the famous Pinzgau Railway, and discover this extraordinary region via road, rail and sail for yourself.

Duration: 7 Days
18/06/2025 and
18/08/2025
Rüdesheim, Rhine & Wine
From Only £715.00

With included excursions travelling to the towns and cities of the magnificent Rhine Valley, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this region of Germany deserves to be explored.

Duration: 6 Days
22/06/2025 and
21/09/2025
Beautiful Black Forest
From Only £975.00

Staying in the heart of the region, we explore your stunning forest surroundings by road, rail and boat with visits to Baden-Baden, Freiburg, Triberg and Strasbourg.

Duration: 8 Days
29/06/2025
Delightful Gems of the Dordogne
From Only £849.00

Staying in the heart of Rocamadour, a much-loved pilgrimage site, explore and embrace the culture of western France with a collection of must-see excursions, including the stunning Gouffre de Padirac caves.

Duration: 7 Days
19/07/2025
Pied Piper & the Fairytale Harz Mountains
From Only £899.00

Encounter enchanting forests, glistening lakes and fairytale towns on this journey to the encapsulating Harz Mountains in northern Germany.

Duration: 7 Days
20/07/2025
Killarney, the Ring of Kerry & Dingle Delights
From Only £1,199.00

Take in the dramatic scenery and stunning natural splendours of Southern Ireland, experience a traditional jaunting car ride in Killarney, visit Blarney's legendary castle and explore Dublin's most celebrated sights on this unforgettable break.

Duration: 7 Days
29/07/2025
German Alpine Road & Fairytale Castles of Bavaria
From Only £865.00

Escape to the deep forests and tall mountains of beautiful Bavaria, the home of King Ludwig II's fairytale castles: Schloss Linderhof, Neuschwanstein and Herrenchiemsee.

Duration: 7 Days
03/08/2025
Swiss Summer Splendour
From Only £999.00

. Follow in the footsteps of the Swiss Glacier Express onboard the Rhaetic Railway, explore the garden island of Mainau, the medieval city of Lindau, and the cosmopolitan ski resort of St. Moritz, all while enjoying the majesty of the Alps in the summer sunshine.

Duration: 7 Days
11/08/2025
Tyrolean Experience & The Alm Festival
From Only £1,249.00

As locals commemorate the safe return of cattle from the mountains, this unique homecoming is something to behold, with festivities including traditional music, dancing and perhaps the odd stein of beer or two!

Duration: 9 Days
16/09/2025
Italian Riviera, Monaco & the French Cote d'Azur
From Only £1,175.00

From our base in Diano Marina, explore and embrace the unique culture of the Italian and French Rivieras with a plenitude of destinations, including the glitz and glamour of Monaco.

Duration: 9 Days
27/09/2025
Lake Garda & Verona with optional Venice
From Only £1,175.00

Renowned for its timeless beauty and framed by magnificent mountains, Lake Garda is one of Italy's most cherished destinations

Duration: 9 Days
18/10/2025
Valkenburg Christmas Market & Seasonal Aachen
From Only £525.00

Step into Christmas with a visit to a unique continental Christmas market

Duration: 4 Days
17/11/2025 and
24/11/2025
Cologne & Dusseldorf Christmas Markets
From Only £449.00

Prepare to fall in love with yuletide Germany as we visit the enchanting Cologne and Düsseldorf Christmas Markets!

Duration: 4 Days
01/12/2025
Mistletoe & Rhine Christmas Markets
From Only £449.00

Visited from all over the world, these traditional German Christmas markets are guaranteed to get you into the Christmas spirit!

Duration: 4 Days
08/12/2025 and
15/12/2025
Christmas Winter Wonderland in the Black Forest
From Only £1,189.00

Staying in the heart of the region with excursions to Baden-Baden, Freiburg, Triberg and Strasbourg, we explore stunning forest surroundings, classic cityscapes and a generous dusting of German Christmas traditions.

Duration: 8 Days
21/12/2025

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Belgrave Road

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