Coach Trips Under £200

We journey through the Brecon Beacons, with its picture perfect reservoirs, to Brecon, a beautiful cathedral town with views of the majestic mountains all around. We have some free time to explore the local shops and attractions as well as enjoying a cruise on the Monmouth and Brecon Canal. This historical waterway and fantastic feat of engineering (built before roads and railways) takes us on a scenic ride through a canal lock and over an aqueduct which carries the canal over the River Usk. We rejoin the coach at 17:00 to make our way back to South Wales.

Please be aware that the canal boat operates in all weather conditions, providing a unique experience regardless of the elements. While there are windows to enjoy the views, please note that there is no air conditioning, so it may feel warm on particularly sunny days.

Join us on this charming weekend break to discover spectacular Highclere Castle and explore the home of Downton Abbey, as well as enjoying an afternoon tea cruise on the River Thames with time in the wonderful Royal Town of Windsor, all in a fantastic 2-day tour!

Discover historic Windsor with the famous castle dominating the town, before taking our intimate tea room experience cruise on the River Thames, offering the chance to travel in style from Windsor, the late Queen Elizabeth II's favourite home. Relax and witness the wonderful views before enjoying a sumptuous afternoon tea.

To top off the weekend, we visit the home of Downton Abbey. Set amidst 1,000 acres of spectacular parkland, designed by the famous 18th century landscape gardener "Capability" Brown, join us as we explore the home of the Earl and Countess of Carnarvon at Highclere Castle, on a self-guided tour. Admire the stunning State Rooms and 'downstairs' where the lives of the Crawley Family and their servants played out to millions of enthralled viewers. Step into rooms from ‘Downton Abbey’ scenes as well as discovering the beautiful castle gardens and woodlands.

Our centrally located overnight hotel in Reading offers a comfortable bed and breakfast stay and allows you to easily explore the town centre.

An ideal choice for:
* Those who like exploring new destinations
* Nostalgia and history lovers
* Anyone looking for a fabulous weekend break

Enjoy fantastic fun for all the family, and kids of all ages on this action packed adventure!

An ultimate short break for families, fun and thrill seekers lets you experience two of the UK's favourite visitor destinations all in a fantastic value weekend tour! You are ensured entertainment and thrills with no worries about getting there, plus a comfortable overnight hotel stay with breakfast included, so everything is taken care of. You can just enjoy yourself!

Experience a wild adventure at West Midland Safari Park, an award-winning visitor attraction, located in the heart of England. It is home to a variety of all-weather attractions, including four miles of drive-through safari, the largest animatronic dinosaur exhibit in the UK and a theme park. Discover over 170 exotic species and come face to face with some of the fastest, tallest, largest and cutest animals around.

A fun-filled time for all ages is guaranteed on a day at the multi-award winning Drayton Manor. Set in 280 acres of parkland and lakes, enjoy theme park rides and attractions including a 15-acre zoo, the brand new Vikings Area and Europe’s only Thomas Land, ideal for families with younger ones too, and much more!

An ideal choice for:

* The young and the young at heart looking for a fun packed short break
* Animal lovers, and thrill and fun seekers of all ages!
* A great value family getaway with everything taken care of

Visit the historic university city of Oxford with its honey-gold buildings, dreaming spires and riverside setting. The architecture is gobsmackingly fabulous, from the golden, stately university buildings to the atmospheric 13th-century pubs, wander through the cobbled streets, punt on the river and let the beauty of the city sweep you away. We depart Oxford around 16:30 to start our homeward journey back to South Wales.

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Choose FOLLY FARM - this great attraction isn’t just a farm though; it’s the complete animal experience with with lions, giraffes & rhinos, an indoor vintage funfair, and a whole host of indoor and outdoor adventure experiences. Mesmerise yourself with over 250 animals, along with many rare breeds and baby farm animals. New to Folly Farm is the Penguin Coast, a state-of-the-art saltwater penguin enclosure – a fun filled day for all the family.

After a day filled with family run we rejoin the coach at around 17:00 to start our homeward journey.

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Take a trip back in time and explore the Welsh countryside with a journey on Gwili Railway, one of the UK’s most picturesque preserved lines. Set in beautiful countryside with abundant wildlife, the line follows the River Gwili on a steady uphill journey through farmland and wooded hillsides.

Beyond the locomotives, history and scenery, the railway’s appeal lies in the friendliness and enthusiasm of the volunteers who maintain the railway and operate the services. They’re justly proud of the part they play in recreating the golden age of steam and their love of the railway is infectious -they’ll be happy to regale you with information and stories about Gwili and its historic locomotives.

We also spend some time in the oldest town in Wales, Carmarthen. Situated on the River Towy, this county market town is packed with history and reputedly the birthplace of Merlin. For food and shops, try St Catherine's Walk or the indoor market.

We rejoin the coach around 16:30 to make our way back to South Wales.

Best known as the birthplace of England’s most famous bard, William Shakespeare, Stratford upon Avon is a pretty historic market town situated on the banks of the River Avon and a popular tourist destination attracting over three million visitors a year. With its beautiful surroundings, wide range of tourist attractions and great shopping, it’s not hard to see why this town is such a hit with coach trip visitors.

Delve into the Bard's life and legacy with a visit to Shakespeare's Birthplace. Take a leisurely stroll along the picturesque streets of the town centre, adorned with charming Tudor buildings, and visit the historic Holy Trinity Church, where Shakespeare is buried. For a scenic perspective, embark on a tranquil River Avon cruise, meandering through the picturesque countryside and passing by some of the town's most iconic landmarks. The historic Garrick Inn is one of the towns oldest buildings, dating back to the 16th century, though some parts of this traditional half-timbered building may be as old as the 14th century, and has witnessed centuries of stories, including tales of the plague!

We rejoin the coach at around 16:30 to 17:00hr to make our way back to South Wales.

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We journey through the Brecon Beacons, with its picture perfect reservoirs, to Brecon, a beautiful cathedral town with views of the majestic mountains all around. We have some free time to explore the local shops and attractions as well as enjoying a cruise on the Monmouth and Brecon Canal. This historical waterway and fantastic feat of engineering (built before roads and railways) takes us on a scenic ride through a canal lock and over an aqueduct which carries the canal over the River Usk. We rejoin the coach at 17:00 to make our way back to South Wales.

Please be aware that the canal boat operates in all weather conditions, providing a unique experience regardless of the elements. While there are windows to enjoy the views, please note that there is no air conditioning, so it may feel warm on particularly sunny days.

Tenby is probably the most iconic seaside town in Wales, rivalling places like Mevagissey and Polperro for quaintness and charm. This pretty seaside town has three great beaches; north, south and castle, each with its own character and all facing in different directions so at least one should be sheltered if it happens to be windy!

Subject to traffic and travel, we depart Tenby at approximately 17:00 to start our homeward journey back to South Wales.

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Ledbury is a small but vibrant market town in South East Herefordshire, at the foot of the Malvern Hills and close to the borders of both Worcestershire and Gloucestershire. 

It has historic streets lined with brilliant independent shops, plus plenty of places to refuel. The town is surrounded by woods, orchards and hills, with footpaths winding up to the Malvern Hills. Literary luminaries, including Elizabeth Barrett Browning and John Masefield, were enamoured with this beautiful area.

Our scenic journey also takes us through the Wye Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, crossing the Wales–England border..

Subject to traffic and travel, we leave around 16:00 to start our journey back home.

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New Quay’s picturesque houses, pubs and restaurants cling to the sides of the hills rising above the blue waters of Cardigan Bay on the coast of West Wales. The town was once important for fishing and shipbuilding with wooden boats being built on the beaches. The sheltered harbour and goldens beaches now the focus of activity in the summer when New Quay becomes a bustling and vibrant holiday resort where sailing, fishing, water sports and relaxation, are among the main attractions. Bottlenose Dolphins are regularly seen swimming and diving as they follow the shoals of mackerel into the bay. For the chance of a great view of these beautiful creatures stand at the end of the Quay.

We depart New Quay around 16:30 to 17:00hrs to start our homeward journey back to South Wales.

Please note New Quay's main seafront is inaccessible to the coach so customers will be dropped off approximately 10 minutes walk away. This will also entail an uphill walk to get back to the coach.

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Escape to the fantabulous world of the Alton Towers Resort - there's so much going on, the fun never stops! This ultimate short break for families, fun and thrill seekers lets you pack in two days at one of the UK's favourite theme parks!

You are ensured entertainment and thrills with no worries about getting there and a comfortable overnight stay with breakfast included, so everything is taken care of and you can just enjoy yourself!

England's largest theme park offers 500 acres of attractions and rides the whole family can enjoy including X-Sector, Forbidden Valley, Dark Forest, Gloomy Wood and Katanga Canyon. Whether you are after an adrenalin rush on Oblivion, love the thrills and spills of the Congo River Rapids or want something gentler from laughs with Gangsta Granny to the familiar fun of CBeebies Land you are spoilt for choice!

Let us take care of all the details, and you can relax as soon as you board your comfortable coach and head off for two days of fun filled excitement!

An ideal choice for:

* Thrill and fun seekers of all ages!
* A great value family getaway with everything taken care of
* Kids of all ages who want to relax and have the most fun packed into a short break!

19/06/24 Change of hotel from originally advertised

Experience the very best of Somerset from one of the best British seaside resorts.

This elegant resort grew out of tiny fishing villages 200 years ago. The wonderful sweep of Weston Bay, with views over to Wales and down to Exmoor, is a never-ending source of satisfaction. Miles of broad, flat sandy beach are perfect for everyone. The Weston-super-Mare experience doesn’t just start and end on the beach, there’s plenty more in and around the town too, with an abundance of parks and green spaces, shops and places of interest. There’s also a host of cafes, pubs, and restaurants where you can sit and watch the world go by. Why not head to the lovely Grand Pier to enjoy the spectacular views.

We depart Weston at around 17:00 to start our homeward journey back to South Wales.

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We journey through the Brecon Beacons, with its picture perfect reservoirs, to Brecon, a beautiful cathedral town with views of the majestic mountains all around. We have some free time to explore the local shops and attractions as well as enjoying a cruise on the Monmouth and Brecon Canal. This historical waterway and fantastic feat of engineering (built before roads and railways) takes us on a scenic ride through a canal lock and over an aqueduct which carries the canal over the River Usk. We rejoin the coach at 17:00 to make our way back to South Wales.

Please be aware that the canal boat operates in all weather conditions, providing a unique experience regardless of the elements. While there are windows to enjoy the views, please note that there is no air conditioning, so it may feel warm on particularly sunny days.