Folkestone & Canterbury – Turkey & Tinsel
Folkestone & Canterbury – Turkey & Tinsel
Folkestone & Canterbury – Turkey & Tinsel
5 Days
Visiting: Folkestone, Margate, Sandwich, Canterbury, Herne Bay, Rochester, Chatham
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Tour code:
9469
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
It’s time to Jingle All the Way to Folkestone and enjoy some pre-Christmas festivities at our fabulous hotel! With plenty of delicious Christmas food, a 2 for 1 bar offer and entertainment throughout our stay – we can be certain of a fantastic five days away! Plus, a lovely sightseeing itinerary, including excursions to the beautiful cathedral cities of Canterbury and Rochester – It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas!
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive In Hotel
Location: Folkestone
After joining the coach, we make our way to our hotel and check in.
Day 2 – Sandwich & Margate
Location: Margate, Sandwich
This morning we head to the historic town of Sandwich. Once a major port, there are still many
original medieval buildings dotted around this enchanting town, making it a delight to explore.
Day 3 – Herne Bay & Canterbury
Location: Canterbury, Herne Bay
Today we visit the seaside town of Herne Bay; a stroll along the traditional pier and The Seaside Museum itself awaits! We then continue on to the spellbinding city of Canterbury, home to the oldest cathedral in England, dating back to Norman times. There is plenty to explore within the city’s medieval walls, from quaint cobbled lanes and timber-framed buildings to a bustling shopping centre.
Day 4 – Rochester & Chatham
Location: Rochester, Chatham
We head first to Rochester. Boasting ancient buildings including an imposing castle and enthralling cathedral, the town was also a favourite of Charles Dickens who based many of his novels in the area. We then continue to Chatham, its Historic Dockyard has a rich maritime history stretching back more than 400 years.
Day 5 Return Home
Location: Folkestone
After breakfast, we check out of our hotel and head for home.
What's Included
- Return coach travel
- 4 nights at the Grand Burstin Hotel, Folkestone with dinner & breakfast (includes traditional ‘Christmas’ dinner)
- 2 for 1 bar (6pm-9pm) on selected drinks
- After-dinner tea and coffee
- Light entertainment every evening
- Excursions to Canterbury & Rochester
Optional excursion to Sandwich (£11pp)
Accommodation
Grand Burstin Hotel
The Grand Burstin Hotel is best known for its location, right next to Folkestone’s harbour and seafront. Simple yet comfortable throughout, all rooms have en-suite facilities and there is also a leisure club with a heated pool, gym and sauna (small charge applies). All meals are buffet style.
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