Past holidays 

March 2026 - Tues 17th to Thurs 19th March, Bath by train. Three days exploring this fantastic city.  The Abbey and Roman baths are a must to visit.  There are many more museums, shops and beautiful architecture.  Optional visit to the thermal baths.  Staying B&B in a city centre hotel, taxi’s between train stations. £550pp

 

April 2026 – Sat 25th April to Fri 1st May, Puglia, Italy. The southeastern "heel" is famous for its extensive coastline, olive groves, whitewashed towns, unique architecture and delicious cuisine. Staying 4 nights B&B in the centre of Lecce and included in the trip a full day tour to towns of Galata and Otranto.  Then transfer to Ostuni for 2 nights B&B. Included is a day trip to Alberobello where we can see UNESCO-listed Trulli - whitewashed, dry-stone huts with conical roofs, built using ancient techniques, creating a fairytale landscape. We will also visit the town of Martina Franca. £1,925pp

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May 2026 - Tues 5th to Sun 10th May Istanbul, Turkey. The only capital to be spread amongst two continents.  Staying for 5 nights B&B on the European side and included in the trip is a full day walking tour (flexible depending on people’s needs) of the Sultanahmet area (old town), a visit to the Aya Sofia and a boat trip up the Bosporus. £1,400 pp

 

June 2026 - Weds 5th to Tues 11th June Umbria, Italy.  Known as the ‘green heart of Italy’ Umbria offers spectacular landscapes without the crowds.  We have three nights B&B in Assisi with a full private day trip to various hilltop villages including Spello, one of the "Borghi piu belli d'Italia" (most beautiful villages of Italy).  We then spend 2 nights in Spoleto and one night in Perugia.  A first night evening meal is included in the holiday. £1,925pp

 

July 2026 - Tues 14th July to Sat 18th July Guernsey.  We fly from Gatwick and stay in the capital of St Peter’s Port at the Moore’s hotel.  Our accommodation is half board and well located to visit all the sites.  Included in your trip is a day trip to Sark. £1,650pp

 

Sept 2026 - Tues 22nd to Tues 29th September Dalyan, Turkey.  Situated on the Mediterranean coast, Dalyan is a real gem.  There are no large hotels due to it being in a conservation area as loggerhead turtles nest on the beach.  The beach is accessed by a fantastic boat ride down the river.  Staying B&B in a central hotel with a swimming pool.  Included in the trip is a full day’s private boat trip with lunch to visit the lake and hot springs. £1,400pp

 

And still to come in 2026....

Oct 2006 - Weds 14th to Mon 19th October, Madeira 1. Direct flights to this beautiful island which is abundant with sunshine and flowers.  We stay B&B in our central hotel in Funchal with a roof top pool, with easy access to the port, shops, museums and cable car.  Included in the trip is a full day’s tour of the North of the island. £1,400

 

Oct 2006 - Mon 19th to Sat 24th Oct, Madeira 2. Direct flights to this beautiful island which is abundant with sunshine and flowers.  We stay B&B in our central hotel in Funchal with a roof top pool, with easy access to the port, shops, museums and cable car.  Included in the trip is a full day’s tour of the North of the island. £1,400

 

Nov 2026 - Mon 9th to Sat 14th Nov Malta. We stay B&B in the centre of Valetta, close to all the sights and amenities with amazing views of the harbour and a few minutes walk from the spectacular cathedral. Included in your trip is a full day’s tour of the nearby island of Gozo. £1,550pp