Sunday 5^th August

Your drive-through Safari Adventure takes you unbelievably close to creatures you’ve only dreamed about.  So, see the zebras crossing, give the rhinos’ right of way, watch out for the wolves and gaze in awe at the lions and tigers.  Visit the new Cheetah Kingdom, Jungle Kingdom, Gorilla Island, Deer Valley and in 2012 the Watering Hole will open where you can hand feed the giraffes! There is so much more to see at Longleat including the maze, jungle cruise, birds of prey display and the magnificent house with its treasures and heirlooms.

Please note: The coach will take you through the Safari Park on arrival (except the Monkey enclosure).

£56.00 per adult, £52.50 per senior, £50.00 per child (3-14 yrs). Includes admission (Day ticket for all attractions).

Wednesday 8^th August

The driver will drop in both towns to give you plenty of time in whichever one you prefer.

The choice is yours! Visit either Brighton, one of Britain’s favourite seaside towns, a mix of Regency heritage, specialist shopping and beachfront fun. Don’t miss the exotic Royal Pavilion. Or visit the more relaxed resort of Eastbourne with its seafront promenade, virtually leading on to the foot of the beautiful Eastbourne Downs. The town centre is just a few yards walk from the centrally located Victorian Pier.

 £36.50 per person.

Tuesday 14^th August

Set amongst 65 acres of Dorset woodland lies Monkey World, a sanctuary for over 240 primates, from 15 different species, including orang-utans and gorillas. See the largest group of chimpanzees outside of Africa! Talks are held throughout the day for an amazing insight into these fascinating animals. For your added enjoyment there is a viewing tower, information centre, cafe and gift shop.

£47.50 per adult, £44.50 per senior, £44.50 per child  (3-15 yrs.) Includes admission.

Wednesday 15^th August

Enjoy a visit to our capital city to do as you please. We will drop you near to the Science, Victoria & Albert and Natural History Museums, giving you an opportunity to enjoy these fascinating venues. (All have free admission).  If you prefer to spend a day shopping, Kensington is close by or just hop on the underground to go further afield.

£36.50 per person.

Thursday 16^th August and   Thursday 23^rd August

Stopping in Winchester with time for shopping, sightseeing and lunch before continuing to Highclere for our afternoon visit. Set in 1000 acres of parkland designed by Capability Brown, Highclere Castle is often described as the finest occupied Victorian mansion in England. However, its fame has increased in recent months by the screening of ‘Downton Abbey’ on ITV which was filmed on location at the castle. Highclere has a fascinating history including the connection with ancient Egypt, as the 5^th Earl with Howard Carter discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun in 1922. The castle now houses an exhibition to commemorate this event which includes rare antiquities. The state rooms are filled with wonderful wall coverings, furniture and art. There are also beautiful gardens to visit within walking distance of the castle.

£50.00 per person. Including admission.

Sunday 19th August

Historic Hever Castle and Gardens with its enchanting double-moated castle and 125 acres of spectacular gardens to explore, offers the visitor plenty to discover and enjoy. Once the family home of one of England’s most famous Queens – Anne Boleyn, the intriguing second wife of Henry VIII and mother of Elizabeth I. The castle houses historic 16th century portraits, paintings, furniture, tapestries and treasures. Visitors can explore the magnificent gardens for all seasons which include Italian, Rose and Tudor gardens, topiary, yew maze and splashing water maze, or take a stroll around the informal areas of Sunday Walk and Anne Boleyn’s Walk. On this date there is a Jousting Tournament with the Knights of Royal England for your additional enjoyment.

£49.00 per adult, £48.00 per senior, £44.00 per child (5-15 yrs.). Including admission

Tueesday 21^st August

This majestic Palace sits on the banks of the River Thames, surrounded by acres of parkland and gardens. One of Henry VIII’s favoured homes, it makes for the perfect day out with something for everyone. Explore Henry VIII’s State apartments with their exquisite tapestries and paintings. View the magnificent Chapel Royal with its carved and gilded ceiling. Visit the Queens apartments and Georgian rooms, the Tudor kitchens and William III apartments which were restored after the fire of 1986. NEW for 2012 – The Wild, the Beautiful and the Damned exhibition depicting the story of fascination, love, glamour, celebrity, lust and power that involves characters that lived, loved and died at Hampton Court. Walk through the landscaped gardens and find your way through the Maze!

£51.50 per adult, £49.50 per senior, £44.50 per child (5-16 yrs). Including admission. Please note there is a walk of approx. 450 metres from the coach park to the entrance.

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Wednesday 22^nd August

With a wealth of history, amazing sights and activities, the Tower of London just has to be visited. From early 2012 the Crown Jewels are to be given a re-presented Jewel House fit for the 21^st century. The greatest working collection of Crown Jewels anywhere in the world, these priceless symbols of British Monarchy are truly magnificent.  Also, see the White Tower, the Medieval Palace, exhibitions including Fit for a King; 500 years of Royal armour, Royal Beasts; the story of how exotic animals were held in the tower for over 600 years and Prisoners; those held captive during the history of the tower. Join a Yeoman Warder (or Beefeater) for an entertaining tour of tales from the Tower and see the famous ravens.

£53.00 per adult, £51.00 per senior, £46.00 per child (5-16 yrs.) Including admission.

Sunday 26th August

A visit to Marwell Wildlife is a chance to get close to the wonders of the natural world – and play a big part in helping to save them. From ring-tailed coatis to majestic giraffes, laughing kookaburra to frilled lizards, curious meerkats to bat-eared foxes – this 140-acre park is home to over 180 exotic and endangered species, in beautiful, landscaped surroundings. See giraffe, zebra, waterbuck and ostrich roaming wild in the African Valley. Discover the secrets of the rainforest in Tropical World. Marvel at wallabies and kookaburra on the Australian Bush Walk. Visit the Cheetahs at Savannah Tracks. See beneath the surface with the underwater views in Penguin World. Experience the wonders of South East Asia with the new home for Siamang gibbons.

£51.50 per adult, £50.00 per senior, £48.50 per child (3-16 yrs.). Including admission. 

Dorset Steam Fair

Thursday 30^th August

 Due to demand we are now visiting this popular show on a weekday.

If you are looking for an excellent fun and action packed day out for all the family, you'll love the Great Dorset Steam Fair which offers a unique blend of nostalgia and entertainment. Traditionally this English fair is held at the village of Tarrant Hinton, near Blandford Forum in the heart of the beautiful Dorset countryside. The spectacle covers an enormous showground, at over 600 acres being one of Europe's largest outdoor event locations.  The show has something for everyone, whatever your interests!  There are approx. 200 working steam engines, 100 fairground organs and around 2000 other working exhibits. Experiencing the Old Time Steam Funfair is for many, the highlight of the show or explore the many craft and market stalls.

£55.00 per adult, £53.50 per senior, £47.50 per child (6-15 yrs.). Including admission.