Touring the UK by Rail 2019

Herm Island

Rocky coastline of Sark

9 DAYS

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peacefulness. Located just three miles from Guernsey, the only way to arrive on Herm Island is by boat. For many people, a trip to Herm is a like a pilgrimage into the nostalgia of simpler times, a ritual that allows them to forget the day-to-day demands of modern living and embrace the island’s natural tranquility. (B,D) DAY 7 Today we cruise to the Isle of Sark , another world apart from the hustle and bustle of daily life. We tour this marvelous, car-free, haven by horse and carriage . This tranquil hideaway, with lush, dazzling wildflowers and secluded sandy beaches surrounded by huge cliffs, coves and caves is a true Channel Island gem. The horse-drawn carriages trundle along the Island’s charming roads, which are also enjoyed by cyclists and those on foot, but not by motorists. After another nostalgic excursion, why not finish your visit with a Sark cream tea. (B,D) DAY 8 This morning we transfer to Guernsey’s capital of St Peter Port , with one of the most beautiful harbours in Europe surrounded by great history in cobbled streets.

DEPARTS

In the afternoon our ferry* departs for Poole, from where we transfer to Bournemouth for a final night at the Best Western Royale Hotel. (B,D) DAY 9 Today we bid farewell to Bournemouth and join our trains to homeward destinations. (B) * Crossing times subject to ferry published timetable and conditions.

Monday 17 June 2019 Monday 9 September 2019

FARES

FARE REGION

FIRST STANDARD RC £1,375 £1,260 -£10 £1,405 £1,280 -£10 £1,415 £1,295 -£10 £1,340 £1,285 -£10 £1,370 £1,300 -£10 £1,375 £1,295 -£10 £1,390 £1,320 -£15 £1,435 £1,330 -£15 £1,490 £1,350 -£15 £1,550 £1,380 -£20 N/A £1,280 -£10 £1,530 £1,365 -£20 £1,620 £1,420 -£20

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Scotland

Join & Leave at Hotel in Bournemouth

£1195

Jersey Cows

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Single Room Supplement £195 8 nights’ bed, breakfast & Table d’Hôte evening meal Rail travel, and seat reservations, from your Home Station to Poole (Standard or First Class)

Return Condor Ferry crossings to Jersey/Guernsey Connecting coach travel, with transfers as described All excursions and admissions as detailed Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager Hotel Porterage

HOTELS

Merton Hotel, Jersey A short walk through a park to central St. Helier’s attractions, the Merton is in a quiet residential area. There’s a wide range of amenities on site with bars, restaurants and free entertainment, as well as indoor and Located on a small peninsula with a wonderful view over Grand Havre Bay, you can stroll to a lovely sheltered sandy beach at the edge of 5 acres of private landscaped gardens. All bedrooms are en-suite and have satellite TV, hair dryer, telephone and tea / coffee making facilities. Leisure facilities include an outdoor swimming pool (heated). outdoor pools, sauna, café and gym. Peninsula Hotel, Guernsey

Corbiere Lighthouse

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Book now – online at www.railtrail.co.uk or telephone: 01538 382323

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