ENGLAND
Leeds Castle
Tunnel Through the Best of Kent This fascinating packaged tour takes in some of Kent’s most popular and unique attractions, amongst which are Leeds Castle, Ramsgate Tunnels, Godinton House and Chapel Down vineyard, renowned for its award-winning sparkling wine. This is a tour that is Kentish to the core! PACKAGED ITINERARY Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Leeds Castle Today, we make the very short journey from our hotel to Leeds Castle . This elegant 12th century castle rises majestically from the waters of its moat and is surrounded by 500 acres of beautiful parkland and gardens. We have 900 years of history to take in, from its beginnings as a Norman stronghold to being the home of the wealthy Anglo-American heiress the Hon. Lady Baillie. Day 3 Whitstable & Ramsgate Tunnels We begin our day in charming Whitstable with time at leisure to explore. This lovely seaside town is home to boutique shops, eateries and a pleasant harbour and seafront that we can stroll along. We then travel along the coast via Broadstairs to the popular seaside town of Ramsgate, where we enjoy a guided walking tour of Ramsgate Tunnels , the UK’s largest network of civilian wartime tunnels. We see the purpose-built air raid precaution tunnels where thousands took shelter and lived under the town, hearing stories of life underground, how the tunnels were built and how a town below the town evolved. Day 4 Godinton House & Chapel Down Our day begins with a guided visit to the beautifully restored Godinton House & Gardens , in the heart of Kent. Our guide will unravel 600 years of history before we have time to explore the delightful gardens then enjoy a ploughman’s lunch . This afternoon we travel to the heart of Kent to the renowned Chapel Down Vineyard near Tenterden. Here we enjoy a guided tour of the vineyard, learning how the various still and sparkling wines are harvested and produced, followed by a tutored wine tasting . Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we make our way home.
Whitstable Harbour
Chapel Down Vineyard
Ashford International Hotel Ashford, Kent Plus
This modern 4 star hotel is located just minutes from the M20 and the popular McArthur Glen Designer shopping outlet. All 179 bedrooms are stylishly decorated with modern furnishings and equipped with a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The restaurant uses locally grown British produce to provide a contemporary twist on traditional dishes. Guests can also enjoy a drink or two in the relaxed and informal setting of the hotel’s bar. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and beauty rooms offer a variety of treatments (charges apply). Coach parking is on-site and is free of charge. • Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Tea/coffee in room • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge 4 Nights Half Board Twin from £389pp Double for Sole Use Supplement from £131
Inclusions • Porterage • Choice of menu • Tea/coffee after dinner • Entrance to Leeds Castle • Guided walking tour of Ramsgate Tunnels
• Godinton House & Gardens entrance, guided house tour & ploughman’s lunch • Chapel Down guided visit & tasting
Godinton House
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