The Polar Express & Metro Centre

At a Glance

2 Days | 1 Night | Selected Hotel | Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

 

Why You’ll Love This Break

This festive short break offers a truly magical experience for families and anyone who loves the excitement and wonder of Christmas. Combining the famous Polar Express adventure with time for festive shopping, it’s a weekend filled with fun, imagination and seasonal cheer.

 

A highlight of the break is the Polar Express Train Ride on the Wensleydale Railway, where the much-loved story comes to life before your eyes. From the moment you arrive at the festively decorated station, the excitement begins to build. As the train departs, scenes from the classic tale unfold around you, with lively characters serving cookies and hot chocolate while Christmas music fills the air. The journey to the North Pole is filled with laughter, storytelling and magical moments, including a special appearance from Santa himself.

 

You will also enjoy time at the Metro Centre in Gateshead, one of the UK’s largest indoor shopping destinations. With hundreds of shops, restaurants and cafés all under one roof, it provides the perfect place to pick up gifts, browse the latest fashions or simply enjoy the festive atmosphere.

 

With comfortable coach travel, overnight accommodation and memorable experiences included, everything is taken care of, making this a joyful and stress-free festive getaway.

 

Your Hotel

You will stay at one of our carefully selected hotels, offering comfortable accommodation and a warm welcome after a day of festive fun. With dinner and breakfast included, you can relax and enjoy your stay knowing everything has been arranged for you.

 

Full hotel details will be confirmed approximately two weeks before your departure.

 

Your Holiday Includes

Travel and Accommodation

• Coach travel throughout

• Reserved seating

• 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast

• Comfortable hotel accommodation

• All bedrooms with en-suite facilities

• Friendly and experienced driver

 

Included Visits and Experiences

• The Polar Express train ride experience

• Visit to the Metro Centre with free time for Christmas shopping

• Festive entertainment and family-friendly attractions

About the Experience

The Polar Express is one of the most popular festive attractions in the region, bringing the magic of the beloved Christmas story to life through music, storytelling and interactive entertainment. With festive characters, seasonal treats and plenty of Christmas cheer, it offers a memorable experience that captures the spirit of the season.

 

The Metro Centre is one of the UK’s largest shopping and leisure destinations, offering a wide range of stores, restaurants and entertainment options. Its indoor setting makes it an ideal place for Christmas shopping, whatever the weather.

 

Together, these experiences create a festive short break filled with magic, excitement and seasonal fun.

 

Selected Hotel

Our selected hotels provide comfortable accommodation and a friendly atmosphere, offering a relaxing base for your festive break.

 

Hotel Features

• All bedrooms with en-suite facilities

• TV

• Tea and coffee making facilities

• Restaurant

• Bar

• Lounge

• Wi-Fi