Ashford Designer outlet has over 80 different brands to choose from, at up to 60% less all year round. With a wide range of stores to choose from such as Abercrombie & Fitch, Ted Baker, Lacoste, Nike and lots more. In the afternoon we travel to the charming Town of Tenterden rich in heritage, with a vibrant High street and adjoining lanes full of quirky shops.

Bath is a city brimming with things to see and do! Rich in Roman and Georgian architecture with some of the finest architectural sights in Europe. Visit the famous Roman Baths, Museums or the city centre which offers irresistible shopping.

Step inside the exciting world of broadcasting and take a sneak peek behind the scenes, some things you are likely to experience on your tour include, a camera's eye view via big screen into some of the studios broadcasting to the nations,. Your interactive tour will give you the chance to try your hand at reading the news and weather. You will have free time in Oxford Street.

Our first stop will be at one of Europe's largest shopping centres – Cite Europe in France. With a large selection of fashion shops, restaurants and a hypermarket you are sure to find some bargains. You can remain at Cite Europe or alternatively if you would like to purchase cigarettes or tobacco stay on the coach where we will stop at an outlet in Belgium, before returning back to Cite Europe where you will spend the remaining time (time permitting).

Located near Oxford a dream destination for the shopaholic with over 300 boutique outlets offering designer brands.

Birmingham has been transformed, with canals that have become engaging waterside walkways with shops, bars, restaurants and the famous Bullring shopping centre.

Cadbury World Learn how chocolate is made and moulded, with a chance to try it yourself, as well as enjoying lots of interactive presentations all about Cadbury and chocolate. Visit the Cadbury's Exhibition where chocolate comes to life. Ideal for a family visit and a must for the chocoholic! 

We visit Sheffield Park gardens set in 120 acres and owned by the National Trust, where you will have time to stroll around the beautiful gardens and lakes. In the afternoon enjoy a 90 minute ride in a vintage train on the Bluebell Railway through the beautiful Sussex countryside. (Discount for National Trust Members)

Arriving in Tenterden you will have free time to explore this lovely town before boarding the train at Tenterden, Station. Sit back and enjoy a 45 minute train ride through the beautiful East Sussex countryside. Bodiam Castle is a 14th century moated castle set in the heart of an historic landscape, with spiral staircase , battlements and a portcullis.

Bognor Regis is a popular seaside resort for all the family.

Boulogne-sur-Mer is the largest fishing port in France and so the emphasis is very much on seafood and all things connected with the sea. With its cobbled square and vibrant market, its superb seafood restaurants and bistros has always had great appeal. You can remain in Boulogne or alternatively you can go and stock up at Auchan Hypermarket before returning back to Boulogne to spend the remainder of time.

This well known resort has something for all the family with it’s large beaches, sealife center, the famous pavilion, pleasure pier and shops.

A delightful city built on the fortunes of the cloth merchants of the Middle Ages with beautiful Medieval buildings for you to admire. A trip on the canals is recommended. There are many quality restaurants and shops to sample, especially those selling Belgian chocolates!

In the morning we travel to Harrods famous shopping centre where you will have free time to shop. In the afternoon we journey onto Buckingham Palace where you will enjoy a tour of Her Majesty the Queen’s residence visiting The State rooms, where the Royal family entertain their guests. These rooms are lavishly furnished with the greatest treasures from the Royal collection.

The Medieval town of Bury St Edmunds has excellent shops, restaurant and tea rooms.

We travel to Chatham Dockyard where you will be greeted by your very own 'midwife' and be taken on a 90 minute tour of various filming locations used for the popular television series Call the Midwife. You will have free time to explore Chatham Dockyard at your leisure.

Explore the ancient buildings and architecture, enjoy punting along the river or visit the many shops that Cambridge has to offer.

Canterbury is one of Britain’s finest cathedral cities and stands on the River Stour in the heart of Kent. There is plenty to keep the visitor interested either a visit to the famous Canterbury Cathedral or the many shops.

In the morning we visit Canterbury, a cathedral city rich in heritage with plenty on offer; you can visit the famous cathedral, take a river cruise or shop till you drop. In the afternoon we travel to the traditional seaside town of Whitstable famous for its Oysters.

We visit the Historic Dockyard of Chatham to join in the special event “Salute to the 1940’s”. The dockyard is filled with historic buildings, museum galleries and historic warships and set on an 80 acre site.

Britain’s Wildest Adventure!
What gets your blood pumping? Is it wild rides or wild animals? At Chessington World of Adventures Resort you and your own little animals can travel through themed lands, come face to face with great beasts, and walk beneath the waves. With 10 themed lands, over 40 rides and attractions, and over 1000 animals in our Zoo and SEA LIFE centre Chessington really is Britain's Wildest Adventure.
 
For more information, visit www.chessington.com

Chiddingstone Castle is an impressive Historic house set in 35 acres, filled with exotic antiquities,. The extensive grounds feature a Victorian orangery, a lake and a rose garden. Enjoy a guided tour and a delicious cream tea. Groombridge Place has beautiful award winning gardens alive with colour and interest, Jane Austen's 'Pride & Prejudice' was filmed at Groombridge Place.

Go on a guided tour around Chislehurst Caves a labyrinth of man made tunnels, forming a maze covering over 6 hectares and are up to 30 meters below the homes and woodlands above. In the Blizt it was used as an air raid shelter to protect 15000 people every night. Tour lasts approx 45 mins. In the afternoon we travel to Polhill Garden Centre and shopping village a popular destination.

Note: Wheelchair users may have difficulty in negotiating the caves due to the uneven floor surfaces.

Enjoy a drive through the Essex countryside to the charming rural village of Clavering, where we stop for a delicious Christmas Lunch at TV Chef Jamie Oliver’s father’s 16th Century Cricketers Inn, with award winning food, roaring log fires and beamed ceilings. Includes a 3-course Christmas Lunch, followed by tea/coffee and mince pies. Early Booking Essential

Clacton is a popular Essex seaside town with its sandy beaches, pier, fun rides, amusements and shopping centre. An ideal day out for the whole family during the school holidays.
Walton is a traditional seaside town with fascinating history, wonderful walks, the second largest pier in Britain and many miles of clean sandy beaches.

Is now one of the finest zoos in Europe with over 270 species to see, set in 60 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes. Walk through the lost Madagascar enclosure and with the Lemurs, visit Africa Zone and watch the feeding of the elephants, giraffes, rhinos, ostriches, zebras…, this outdoor paddock is a favourite with visitors.

We visit Britain's oldest recorded town of Colchester, steeped in history it is a thriving with shops and restaurants. We continue on to the renowned Wilkin & Sons Tiptree tearoom and jam shop. Maldon is a lovely coastal market town situated on the Blackwater estuary. It is a town full of history, the Hythe is home to the Thames Sailing Barges which are still sailing as they did in Victorian times.

Just across the Belgian border, this bustling seaside town has something for all tastes, especially if that includes mussels. The wide esplanade is lined with bars, cafes and souvenir shops, whilst the main streets have shops aplenty. This is, however, a very laid back town with a very pleasant relaxing atmosphere. For younger travellers the Plopsaland Theme park is a short tram ride away on the outskirts of town.

The Kent International Antiques and collectors fair at Detling has an international flavour. More and more stall holders are traveling from mainland Europe to sell their wares at Detling, providing a broad range of goods to satisfy all appetites for classic and traditional pieces. Furniture, ceramics, books, and many more items of interest.

An afternoon trip to the exciting indoor attraction based on the life, books and times of Charles Dickens.  It will take you on a fascinating journey, as you step back in time to a themed Dickensian England.  Featuring Europe’s largest themed dark boat trip.

Travel to The Pilot Inn in Dungeness for a Fish and Chip lunch. After lunch take a short coach transfer to Dymchurch Railway here we board the train to New Romney where you can have a look around the station and souvenir shop before boarding the train again to meet the coach in Hythe for the return journey home.