Day Trips
flying from Bournemouth Airport
Jersey Day Tripflying from BournemouthDates:
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includes airport taxes
Located some 100 miles south of mainland Britain, Jersey is only 14 miles from the coast of France and its cultural landscape - the Norman style
farmhouses, the narrow winding lanes and small fields, the French street
names reflect a fascinating and complex history that has entwined the
island in the fate of two great nations, Britain and France for over 1000 years.
This tiny island measures just 9 miles by 5 and the sea dominates the landscape, with views of the surrounding Atlantic Ocean accessible from virtually every point on the island. The 50 miles of beautiful coastline golden sweeps of sand, small harbours, secluded beaches and rocky
coves will please the visitor at any time of the year and the changing
colours and textures of the fields and gardens mark the seasons as the
island comes alive with a rich variety of flora and fauna. St.Helier is an
excellent shopping centre with pedestrianised streets and a mix of well-known High Street stores and small local shops. The attractive Victorian
vegetable market and fish market, cafs and restaurants provide a relaxed ambience for browsing and buying. Good food has been one of Jerseys
attractions for many years and there are many fine hotel, pubs and restaurants.
ItineraryBoard your escorted coach for a tour around this lovely island. Your first stop |
You will require a passport or other form of photo ID. Please note Itinerary and timings are subject to change |
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Venice Day Tripflying from Bournemouth |
Dates:Saturday 20th March 2010
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£244
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Your guides will escort you to your private boat for the scenic trip across the lagoon enjoying the magnificent views en route, to the drop-off and pick-up point (duration approx 60 minutes - guide will provide commentary en route). Arrive Venice along the Rua Degli Schiavoni. Guides will escort the group the short walk to the famous St Marks Square, the home of the Doges Palace, the Campanile and the Basilica. Anyone wishing to go to the Rialto area can be escorted by the tour manager. Free time in this wonderful city to have lunch (not included), in one of the numerous restaurants, a gondola ride (not included) or shopping in the Merceria. Why not explore and see some of the other treasures of Venice such as the Bridge of Sighs, the Rialto Bridge and the Accademia or maybe experience a trip on a vaporetto and see some of the other magical sights of the city. Re-board your private boat from the Rua Degli Schiavoni. |
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Iceland Day Tripflying from Bournemouth |
Dates:Saturday 27th March 2010
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£299
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Board your escorted coach with English speaking guide and proceed crossing theLenvequr Causeway with its wonderful fjord and mountain backdrop. Continue on a short scenic journey to visit Laufas Farm, an interesting settlement from the mid 19th century (refreshment stop) Continue by coach passing the amazing landscape en route to the Godafoss Falls (photo stop) Proceed to the Lake Myvatn area for a coach tour of this unique area arriving at Skutustadir for a refreshment stop and a chance to visit some of the nearby craters. Travel onwards to Dimmuborgir with its dramatic lava formations (short walking tour and photo-stop) also a chance to see the volcanic ash cone of Hverfjall Tour continues to see the indescribable boiling blue/grey pools and hot springs at Namafjall (photo stop) Leaving the area, we travel via Reykjahid back to Akureyri. Free time here for shopping, refreshments or maybe a visit to the impressive church on the hill Re-board coach for the very short journey to the airport. |
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Isle of Man Day Tripflying from Bournemouth |
Dates:Sunday 18th April 2010
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£174
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Board your escorted coach for the scenic journey to the island's capital, Douglas, a Victorian seaside town - free time here to relax and enjoy this popular tourist destination with its magnificent promenade and bustling shopping areas of Strand Street and Castle Street. Time here also for breakfast or refreshments (not included) in one of the numerous cafs or restaurants before re-boarding your coach for the journey to the picturesque area of Laxey* famous for the worlds largest water wheel of its kind, known affectionately as Lady Isabella. Free time here to climb to the top if you so wish and enjoy the fabulous views over the valley (entrance not included), or just relax and enjoy this old mining village with its nearby electric railway. Your tour will continue to the islands second largest town, Ramsey, travelling inland en route to Peel, one of the oldest cathedral cities in Britain, also famed for its castle. Free time here to enjoy the atmosphere around the old harbour, with its narrow streets and lanes - home to generations of fishermen - or to relax and enjoy a late lunch (not included) along the seafront. Continue on your scenic coastal journey which will take you to the stunning area of Port Erin, with its wonderful sandy beach - time here for a photo stop and to enjoy the view before continuing to the airport via Castletown, the island's former capital. |
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Dutch Bulbfields Day Tripflying from Bournemouth |
Dates:Sunday 25th April 2010
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£199
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On arrival, you will board your escorted coach for the short scenic journey to the delightful Dutch town of Delft, which is one of the prettiest towns in Holland and famous for its blue pottery. There will be some free time here for refreshment (not included) and to explore the town before continuing by coach to Keukenhof. Known as the Spring Garden of Europe, the area consists of millions of varieties of different flowers - and these, along with the many ancient trees, flowering shrubs, ponds, fountains and statues - make these very colourful gardens a privilege to visit - entrance included. You will then have free time to explore at your own pace the numerous pavilions and theme gardens. The theme for 2010 is From Russia with Love. There are also various refreshment facilities. |
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