The Complete Four Seasons Collection 2023-24

H arrogate N ew Y ear C elebration

A relaxing New Year short break in the beautiful Victorian spa town of Harrogate. Our tour includes an afternoon tea, New Year’s Eve gala dinner with entertainment and a steam journey on the Embsay and Bolton Railway as well as a trip to the historic city of York. Fares From £599

4 DAYS

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS ★ Stay in the heart of the Yorkshire Spa town of Harrogate ★ Explore the history and drama of York ★ Steam through the stunning winter scenery of Yorkshire Dales ★ Indulge in a warming lunch on the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway ★ Celebrate New Year in style with a luxurious gala dinner Also included in your Tour Fare: ★ Dinner every evening plus 1 afternoon tea and 1 light lunch ★ Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home Station to Tour Base (Standard or First Class) ★ Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager DAY 1 Arriving in Harrogate , we make our way to the Crown Hotel, located in the heart of the delightful spa town. After check in we have free time to explore prior to dinner. (D) DAY 2 - New Year’s Eve Today we travel to the medieval walled city of York where we enjoy the day

DEPARTS Wednesday 27 December 2023

FARES

FARE REGION

FIRST £865 £885 £935 £935 £1049 £925 £815 £685 £815 N/A £969 £819 £929

STANDARD

London: Kings Cross Greater London South of England East Anglia South West Midlands Yorkshire North East North West South Wales North Wales Heart of England

£745 £755 £779 £779 £849 £779 £699 £645 £719 £655 £799 £719 £779 £599

in the comfort of our hotel or we can get out in the fresh air and explore magical atmosphere of Harrogate with its magnificent architecture. In the afternoon, a fabulous trip to the Dales awaits as we transfer to nearby Bolton Abbey for a ride on the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway along the former Skipton-Ilkley Line, which was built in 1888. During our one hour round trip we enjoy a warming one course lunch with tea and coffee as we sit back and admire the stunning Yorkshire winter scenery. Following our delightful steam railway journey, we return to Harrogate by coach. (B,L,D) DAY 4 We bid farewell to wonderful Harrogate and Yorkshire as we make our way homeward. (B)

Scotland

Join & Leave at Hotel

Single Room Supplement £100 *P lease note: Some local and regional train services are Standard Class seating only and First Class ticket holders will travel in standard class accommodation for these sections of their journey. 3 nights’ bed, breakfast & Table d’hôte evening meal Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home Station to Tour Base (Standard or First Class) Rail & coach travel, with transfers as described All excursions & admissions as detailed Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager Hotel Porterage

for an afternoon tea before a special gala dinner* with drinks reception and entertainment. (B,LR,D) DAY 3 – New Year’s Day Happy New Year! A day of relaxation awaits us today. After a leisurely breakfast, the morning is free to relax

at leisure to explore the city’s hidden gems and iconic historic buildings, including the impressive York Minster. We can take a stroll around preserved medieval streets of The Shambles and visit the many unique shops. In the afternoon we journey back to Harrogate and return to our hotel

HOTEL Crown Hotel, Harrogate

This historic 4-star hotel sits proudly in the centre of Harrogate, ideally located close to many of the town’s most popular sites including the Crescent Gardens, Betty’s Tearooms and the Turkish Baths. All bedrooms are individually styled with tea and coffee making facilities and free Wi-Fi. Meals are served in the elegant Churchill room with oak panelled walls, stained glass windows and ornate ceilings.The genteel surroundings of Henry’s Bar make it for perfect place for a relaxing night-cap.

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Visit: www.railtrail.co.uk – for full tour details and fares, and to book online or call 01538 382323 – to book or to request a detailed tour itinerary

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