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Kent Castles and Gardens

Enjoy an Elite Door to Door holiday discovering the history, heritage and beautiful gardens of the Garden of England.

At a Glance

5 Days | 4 Nights | Bridgewood Manor Hotel | Dinner, Bed and Breakfast | Castles and Gardens Included | Canterbury Cruise | Historic Excursions | Door to Door Service

 

Why You’ll Love This Holiday

Known as the “Garden of England”, Kent offers a wonderful combination of magnificent castles, beautiful gardens, historic cities and picturesque countryside.

 

This fascinating holiday includes visits to some of the county’s most famous attractions, including the romantic Leeds Castle, dramatically set on islands within a stunning lake, and Hever Castle, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn with nearly 700 years of fascinating history.

 

You will also enjoy time in historic Canterbury, renowned for its magnificent cathedral and charming streets, together with a relaxing cruise and opportunities to explore at leisure. Additional highlights include the beautiful Hole Park Gardens and visits to attractive historic towns including Rochester.

 

Combining heritage, scenery and relaxing travel, this holiday offers a wonderful way to discover the beauty and history of Kent.

 

Your Hotel – Bridgewood Manor Hotel, Chatham

The Bridgewood Manor Hotel is a modern and comfortable 4-star hotel situated in a peaceful location close to the holiday’s included attractions.

 

Offering excellent leisure facilities and welcoming surroundings, the hotel provides an ideal base for your Kent holiday.

 

Your Holiday Includes

Travel and Accommodation

  • Convenient Door to Door pick-up from your home

  • Elite coach travel throughout

  • 4 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast

  • All bedrooms with en-suite facilities

  • Friendly and experienced driver

 

Included Visits and Experiences

  • Cruise in Canterbury

  • Entrance to Hole Park Gardens

  • Visit to Leeds Castle and Gardens

  • Entrance to Hever Castle

  • Free time in Canterbury

  • Scenic touring through Kent

Day 1

You will be collected from your home and travel in comfort towards Kent, with suitable comfort stops along the way before arriving at the Bridgewood Manor Hotel in Chatham for your stay.

During Your Stay

Your holiday includes entrance to Hever Castle and Leeds Castle, along with visits to the beautiful Hole Park Gardens and the historic city of Canterbury.

You will also enjoy a relaxing cruise in Canterbury together with time to explore the city at leisure and discover its many historic attractions, shops and cafés.

Throughout your stay, there will also be opportunities to enjoy the scenery and heritage of Kent during included excursions and scenic travel.

Final Day

After breakfast, we begin our comfortable journey home. Suitable stops will be made along the way for refreshments and comfort breaks before returning you safely to your front door with fond memories of your holiday.

Please Note

We always aim to operate the holiday as described. Occasionally changes may be necessary due to local or operational factors. Any adjustments will always be made with your comfort and enjoyment in mind.

At a Glance

5 Days | 4 Nights | Bridgewood Manor Hotel | Dinner, Bed and Breakfast | Castles and Gardens Included | Canterbury Cruise | Historic Excursions | Door to Door Service

 

Why You’ll Love This Holiday

Known as the “Garden of England”, Kent offers a wonderful combination of magnificent castles, beautiful gardens, historic cities and picturesque countryside.

 

This fascinating holiday includes visits to some of the county’s most famous attractions, including the romantic Leeds Castle, dramatically set on islands within a stunning lake, and Hever Castle, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn with nearly 700 years of fascinating history.

 

You will also enjoy time in historic Canterbury, renowned for its magnificent cathedral and charming streets, together with a relaxing cruise and opportunities to explore at leisure. Additional highlights include the beautiful Hole Park Gardens and visits to attractive historic towns including Rochester.

 

Combining heritage, scenery and relaxing travel, this holiday offers a wonderful way to discover the beauty and history of Kent.

 

Your Hotel – Bridgewood Manor Hotel, Chatham

The Bridgewood Manor Hotel is a modern and comfortable 4-star hotel situated in a peaceful location close to the holiday’s included attractions.

 

Offering excellent leisure facilities and welcoming surroundings, the hotel provides an ideal base for your Kent holiday.

 

Your Holiday Includes

Travel and Accommodation

  • Convenient Door to Door pick-up from your home

  • Elite coach travel throughout

  • 4 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast

  • All bedrooms with en-suite facilities

  • Friendly and experienced driver

 

Included Visits and Experiences

  • Cruise in Canterbury

  • Entrance to Hole Park Gardens

  • Visit to Leeds Castle and Gardens

  • Entrance to Hever Castle

  • Free time in Canterbury

  • Scenic touring through Kent

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