GH21 - North East Explorer (5 Days)

North East Explorer

City, Coast & Country

Whilst in Northumberland, the following programme includes;

• A Northumberland coastal explorer visiting the famous fishing village of Seahouses, Bamburgh and also across the causeway to Holy Island. We also visit historic Berwick-upon-Tweed. A coastal town with sandy beaches, riverside walks, famous bridges and heritage attractions situated at the most northerly tip of Northumberland, just 3 miles from the Scottish Border.

• A morning visit along the coast to Tynemouth & Whitley Bay. Free time to explore the glorious city of Newcastle, exploring the city’s many attractions and award winning museums or may be walk across the famous Millennium Bridge to discover the latest exhibitions at The Sage and enjoy an afternoon by the river.

• Free time at leisure in Alnwick with opportunity to visit to the world famous gardens which will be at their spring best with colourful displays and eye-catching features such as the cascading waterfalls and giant Tree House. Free time here too to explore the historic town and perhaps visit the Castle.  Travelling along the coast we also visit the picturesque village of Newbiggin by the Sea to see the famous ‘The Couple’ statue in the sea.

• An included visit to Beamish – Beamish is a living, working museum, set in 300 acres of beautiful Durham countryside. Costumed folk bring to life the Town, Pit Village, Home Farm and Pockerley Old Hall. See how life was through the decades right up until the 1950s.

• Free time at leisure to explore the historic city of Durham. With its iconic cathedral and castle, the city offers museums, galleries, shopping opportunities, gardens and riverside walks.

Holiday Inn Gosforth Park ****

This modern hotel is ideally placed to explore more of the north east. Along with a restaurant and bar the hotel also has leisure facilities including an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi and gym.

Price Includes

• Door-to-Door Pick Up Service

• Return Coach Travel

• Bed, Breakfast & Evening Meal

• Welcome tea/coffee on arrival

• An excursion to Seahouses, Bamburgh & The Holy Island

• A visit to Tynemouth & Whitley Bay

• A visit to Alnwick

• Entry to Beamish

• Free time at your own leisure