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Suffolk & Essex Cruise Coast and Gardens

Discover beautiful gardens, medieval villages and peaceful river cruising on this relaxing Suffolk and Essex holiday.

At a Glance

5 Days | 4 Nights | Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester | Dinner, Bed and Breakfast | River Deben Cruise | Beth Chatto Gardens | RHS Garden Hyde Hall

 

Why You’ll Love This Holiday

Experience the charm of Suffolk and Essex on this relaxing holiday filled with beautiful gardens, picturesque villages and peaceful coastal scenery.

 

A highlight of the tour is a visit to the renowned Beth Chatto Gardens, transformed from overgrown wasteland into one of Britain’s most inspirational garden settings, full of colour, texture and innovative planting.

 

Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the tranquil River Deben, regarded as one of the East Coast’s most beautiful waterways, complete with a delicious cream tea as you take in the peaceful scenery.

 

During your stay, discover the historic village of Lavenham on a guided walking tour. Often described as England’s finest medieval village, Lavenham is famous for its stunning timber-framed Tudor buildings and charming narrow streets.

 

We also visit RHS Garden Hyde Hall, one of the finest RHS gardens in the country, offering a wonderful mix of formal gardens, seasonal planting and far-reaching views across the Essex countryside.

 

Your Hotel – Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

A modern and comfortable hotel ideally located for exploring the Suffolk and Essex coastline and countryside.

 

Your Holiday Includes

Travel and Accommodation

  • Door to door pick up service

  • Elite coach travel

  • 4 nights’ dinner and bed and breakfast

  • All bedrooms with en-suite facilities

  • Friendly and experienced driver

 

Included Visits and Experiences

  • Guided walking tour of Lavenham

  • Entrance to RHS Garden Hyde Hall

  • Entrance to Beth Chatto Gardens

  • River cruise with cream tea

  • Scenic touring through Suffolk and Essex

Day 1

After your door-to-door pick up, we travel to Colchester and the Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester, where you will spend four nights with dinner and breakfast each day.

During Your Stay

Enjoy a relaxing programme of excursions including a guided walking tour of medieval Lavenham, visits to RHS Garden Hyde Hall and Beth Chatto Gardens, and a scenic River Deben cruise with cream tea.

During your stay there will also be opportunities to enjoy the attractive countryside and coastal scenery of Suffolk and Essex.

Final Day

After breakfast, we begin our comfortable journey home.

Suitable stops will be made along the way before returning you safely to your front door with fond memories of your East Anglia 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.

About the Destination

Suffolk and Essex are home to beautiful countryside, charming market towns and some of the East of England’s most impressive gardens and waterways.

 

From the medieval beauty of Lavenham to the peaceful River Deben and the colourful landscapes of RHS Hyde Hall and Beth Chatto Gardens, this holiday offers a wonderful blend of scenery, heritage and relaxation.

 

About the Experience

This relaxing holiday combines leisurely sightseeing, inspiring gardens and peaceful river cruising.

 

Whether admiring award-winning planting schemes, exploring medieval streets or enjoying cream tea on the River Deben, this tour offers a wonderfully enjoyable escape.

 

Your Hotel – Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

A modern hotel offering comfortable accommodation and an excellent base for exploring the surrounding area.

 

Hotel Features

  • Restaurant and bar

  • Wi-Fi

  • Tea and coffee facilities

  • Television

  • Ground floor rooms available

 

Please note

This hotel does not have a lift.

 

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