Join us on a memorable journey through the stunning Wye Valley. Explore the romantic ruins of Tintern Abbey, browse charming craft and antique shops, cruise along the picturesque River Wye, visit the historic Chepstow Castle, and in addition enjoy a nostalgic steam train ride through the enchanting Forest of Dean.
* Luxury coach travel* 3 nights accommodation with breakfast & evening meals* Welcome glass of fruit juice on arrival* Live performances some evenings* Entrance to Tintern Abbey* Kingfisher River Cruise from Symonds Yat, Hereford* Tea/coffee & biscuits at the Old Court Hotel* Entrance to Chepstow Castle* Dean Forest Railway return journey from Norchard, Steam Train* 6 Single rooms with no supplement
Bells Hotel & Country Club, Coleford Located in the Forest of Dean on the outskirts of the market town of Coleford, this hotel enjoys a peaceful hillside location with fantastic views over the Wye Valley. Each of the 53 bedrooms are of a high standard and traditional in style. The hotel has no lift but there are plenty of ground-floor bedrooms. The hotel is spread across two buildings, with the reception, bedrooms and beauty suite in one, and the bar, restaurant and terrace in the other. The hotel also boasts a gym, county-standard bowling green and an 18-hole golf course (extra charges apply for all).
Fri - Morning departure as we make our way to Worcester, a beautiful Cathedral and University City with a fascinating history, located in the heart of the West Midlands on the banks of the River Severn. Later we continue onto our hotel for our evening meal.
Sat - This morning we enjoy a scenic drive along the beautiful Wye Valley to Tintern, dominated by the spectacular remains of Tintern Abbey. We spend time exploring the Abbey’s enchanting ruins before visiting the town’s craft and antique shops. From here, we travel to Symonds Yat, a famous viewpoint commanding lovely vistas over the Wye Valley. We also take a circular River Wye cruise from Symonds Yat, admiring the lushly wooded riverbanks before disembarking and returning to our hotel.
Sun - Today begins with a visit to imposing Chepstow Castle, perched high above the River Wye. After exploring the historic market town of Chepstow, we then travel to Norchard and the Dean Forest Railway. We have time to visit the museum here and be shown around its locomotive restoration shed before embarking on a return journey on a steam or heritage diesel train, which transports us for 8.5 miles through the medieval Forest of Dean.
Mon - After breakfast we depart the hotel and make our way to Ludlow. Some free time to explore before we continue home.
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