Avon's Calling

Day 1

Following collection from home, join the coach for a leisurely drive to The Aztec Hotel and Spa for our four-night dinner, bed and breakfast stay.

Day 2

Today begins at Painswick Rococo Garden which was designed in the 1740's as a fanciful pleasure garden for the owner of Painswick House and his guests. Visitors will be delighted by the magical follies and spectacular views of the Cotswold countryside. This afternoon is to Gloucester for a canal cruise with commentary from the skipper, followed by time at leisure to explore the famous Docks. The restored warehouses make this a remarkably complete example of a Victorian port.

Day 3

A scenic drive this morning through the Somerset Levels, Mendip Hills and Cheddar Gorge to the lovely medieval city of Wells. See the magnificent Cathedral and unique Bishop's Palace Moat and Gardens. Continue to Bristol, where the harbour side and shopping areas offer visitors a variety of attractions and retail experiences. We have included admission to Brunel's SS Great Britain, once the longest passenger ship in the world. Alternatively, if preferred, we could amend to admission to Aerospace Bristol, home of Concorde Alpha Foxtrot: the last of the iconic supersonic jets to fly.
Day 4 - Start the day at Westonbirt Arboretum, home to one of the most

Day 4

Start the day at Westonbirt Arboretum, home to one of the most spectacular tree collections in the world, which now features a treetop walkway, accessible to all. This afternoon is time at leisure in the beautiful Georgian City of Bath. We recommend visits to the famous Royal Crescent, the Jane Austen Centre and the Roman Baths before exploring the various lanes of specialist shops.

Day 5

After breakfast we leave and begin our journey home.

B=Breakfast Included, D=Evening Meal Included