Bournemouth & Beyond
Bournemouth & Beyond
Book NowJoin us as we head to the Riviera Hotel overlooking Beautiful Bournemouth Bay for our Bournemouth and Beyond Tour. The much-loved resort of Bournemouth is a great base from which to explore the South Coast. This wonderful holiday showcases this area beautifully with great attractions included to enhance the tour. Sit back and relax as we take a scenic seaside journey by boat and train. Discover Compton Acres one of the most important ornamental gardens in England, enjoy over 10 acres of horticultural heaven with a guided tour included. Take a scenic journey through the New Forest to visit Beaulieu Museum for an award-winning day out at the Montagu family home, find out what it was like in Victorian times, see over 285 vehicles at the world-famous motor museum, ride the monorail and veteran bus and walk in the footsteps of medieval monks through the abbey ruins. This is a great tour not to be missed, book today and look forward to joining us in Bournemouth and beyond.
Your Holiday Includes:
Door to door service
Porterage
Welcome tea/coffee on arrival
Dinner, bed and breakfast
En-suite bedrooms
Live entertainment Tues, Wed and Thursday
Free use of leisure facilities
Return Sea Train Adventure inclusive of a 1-hour cruise each way, return steam train ride and live commentary Rail journey ma be steam or diesel hauled)
Entrance to Compton Acres with guided tour
Entrance to Beaulieu Museum
Excursions
Executive coach travel throughout
Single room supplement – Nil – Limited availability
Itinerary
Monday
Depart Leyland at 08.30hrs for our journey to Bournemouth with a lunch stop in the quaint, bustling market town of Abingdon-on-Thames en-route, allowing time to explore and obtain lunch before continuing our journey to the hotel. Arrive to a warm welcome with tea/coffee on arrival while your case is taken to your room.
Tuesday
Today our excursion offers spectacular seaside views as we make our way to Poole Harbour to embark on a boat cruise around the eastern tip of the Jurassic coast to the Victorian Pier and traditional seaside resort of Swanage, spend some free time exploring its unique stores or grab a bite to eat before heading to the railway station to continue our scenic adventure, take a step back to 1885 as we board the award-winning Swanage Steam Railway for a return train journey, on our return to Poole by boat we travel once again along the magnificent chalk formations back into Poole Harbour.
Wednesday
Today we spend the morning at the hotel or perhaps have a wander and get better acquainted with our host town Bournemouth, perhaps take a stroll along the huge expanse of sandy beach or fine somewhere lovely for a relaxing lunch. In the afternoon we head to Poole to visit the magnificent ornamental gardens at Compton Acres, explore over 10 acres of themed gardens set out on a circular route, with a step free route available, there is much to admire and with a guided tour included you'll be introduced to many beautiful specimens of shrubs and plants. Following our guided tour there will be time to explore at leisure, perhaps visit the café, plant centre or shop before returning to the hotel.
Thursday
This morning, we venture into the New Forest to visit Beaulieu Museum where vintage vehicles are exhibited depicting the story of motoring in the UK and international motor racing, enjoy the Victorian splendour of the Palace House, the home of the Montagu family. Later in the afternoon before returning to the hotel we visit the picturesque Georgian port town of Lymington, once an ancient seaport, today it is better known as a major yachting centre with no less than 3 marinas, the lively town has plenty of obtains if you wish to obtain something to eat.
Friday
Check out of our hotel for the return journey home with a lunch stop in the elegant spa town of Royal Leamington Spa en-route, allowing you time to obtain lunch.
| Hotel | The Riviera Hotel 14 Burnaby Road Alum Chine Bournemouth BH4 8JF |
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| Hotel Star Rating | 3 Star |
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| Hotel Contact | 01202 763653 |
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| About the hotel | The Riviera Hotel overlooks the beaches of Bournemouth, exclusively located in the beautifully wooded area of Alum Chine with panoramic sea views across Bournemouth Bay and just a short walk from an award-winning seven mile stretch of sandy beach, a great place to start exploring Dorset. Perhaps take a dip in the indoor pool or unwind in the spa bath or enjoy a drink at the stylish bar. Guest bedrooms are comfortable, traditional rooms, a pleasant place to relax following a busy day exploring. |
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TV |
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| Hairdryer | Yes |
| Lift | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Toiletries | Yes |
| Safe/Safety Deposit Box | No |
| AC | No |
| Pool | Yes |
| Gym | Yes |
| Iron | On request |
| Tea/Coffee | Yes |
| Porterage | Yes |
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Below is a list of coach joining points available on this tour. Please note, not all pick-ups are available on all departures.
Below is a list of coach joining points available on this tour. Please note, not all pick-ups are available on all departures.
| Name | Address |
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| Keele Services | Keele Services |
| Leyland Tesco Extra | Leyland Tesco Extra, Bus Lane |
| Poplar 2000 | Lymm Moto- Poplar 2000 Services Coach Bay WA13 0SP |
