WALKING - COMPLETE

Holidays in Europe

by air from your

local airport

Walking Holidays Collection 2018

2018 is the 15th successful year of our Walking Holidays

Collection. The emphasis for all our holidays is to provide

interesting and unusual itineraries with departures from a

wide range of regional airports – in most cases, with no flight

supplements and always at value for money prices. This, and our

unique approach of combining some of Europe’s most dramatic

landscapes and picturesque countryside with plenty of free time

to discover the history and culture of the holiday destinations, has

brought us many loyal customers who travel with us regularly.

As our programme extends to nine countries we are able to

offer a wide variety of walking opportunities. For example, in

Andalucia and Catalonia you’ll find a great mix of coastal and

inland trails. While In Poland, Slovenia and Romania you can

enjoy the very best of alpine walking. And let’s not forget Crete’s

craggy gorges, Portugal’s cliffs and coves, Italy’s vineyards and

harbours, or Mallorca’s pleasant seascapes. Or maybe a spot of

walking in the sunshine in the Canaries or Cyprus is a welcome

break from the doom and gloom of our winter.

All holidays have three included, fully guided, walks – all our

walking guides live in the regions where they lead our walks,

adding the benefit of their up-to-date, local knowledge.

Our customers tell us that flying from your local airport is a major

advantage, avoiding the hassle and expense of travelling to one

of the major hubs – we feature over 20 departure airports.

All our holidays have that little extra ingredient which makes

the difference and we are sure you will find something that will

appeal to you. If you do – give us a call on 0116 279 3929 – this

will also be a different experience. No hanging around listening

to a series of options, no ‘please wait for the next available

operator’ – a real person will answer you straight away!

We also offer Escorted Holidays throughout Europe, some of

which operate in parallel with walking holidays in this brochure.

If you would like details of these and other escorted holidays call

us on 0116 279 3929 or visit www.preferredts.com.

(Special thanks to Mr P Moseley for the photo on the front cover of our walking

group in the Costa Blanca Mountains)

Index

3 Cyprus - Akamas PenInsula & the Troodos Mountains 17 The Guadiana River & Western Andalucia

4 Tenerife 18 The Valleys of Roussillon

5 Lanzarote & Fuerteventura 19 Tuscany & Liguria

6 The Sierra de Mijas 20 Monte Isola & the Camonica Valley

7 Andalucia's Eastern Coast 21 The Italian Riviera & Monte Carlo

8 Mallorca 22 The Cinque Terre, Portofino & Lake Maggiore

9 Catalonia 23 Elba & Tuscany

10 Catalonia - Trails & Rails 24 Lake Maggiore

11 The Costa Blanca Mountains 25 Crete - Coast & Mountains

12 Menorca 26 Crete, Gouves - no single supplement

12 Menorca - Walking & Birdwatching 27 Poland - Krakow & the High Tatras

13 Portugal - Walking & Birdwatching 28 The Julian Alps of Slovenia, Venice & Trieste

14 France - Camargue, Alpilles & Crau 29 Romania - Transylvanian Alps & Bucharest

15 Portugal - the Algarve 30 General Information

16 Portugal - Cascais & the Sintra Natural Park 31 Booking form

32 About Us

We have negotiated no single supplements on selected dates in Crete, Cyprus, Mallorca, Valleys of the Roussillon and Catalonia!

But make your booking quickly as availability is limited and spaces always sell out very fast.

HOW TO BOOK MADE EASY

RESERVATIONS HOTLINE: 0116 279 3929

(Open 9am-5.30pm Mon-Fri & 9am-1pm Sat)

We suggest you check availability and make a provisional booking before sending your booking form. Call our reservations

hotline on 0116 279 3929 or e-mail sales@preferredts.com. Then complete the booking form and return it with the

deposit payment of £125 per person (or full balance if applicable) plus insurance premium if required to Preferred Travel

Services, 41 High Street, Kibworth, Leicester, LE8 0HS. Please make cheques payable to Preferred Travel Services.

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Please refer to the enclosed ‘Dates and Flight Information’ for details of departure dates, prices and flights.

No single

supplement

8 days from £789 November 2017, February & November 2018

Cyprus - Akamas Peninsula & the Troodos Mountains

Cyprus is an ancient land of mystery, legend, beauty and love. Aphrodite rose from the sea foam near your resort of Paphos,

and took pity on Pygmalion by bringing to life his statue of the beautiful Galatea - their son was Paphos. At the crossroads

of three continents, the area has a long history of invasions, and but for its mountain ranges, whose winter snows irrigate

the island, Cyprus would be desert instead of the lush, green landscapes you now find. Paphos was the capital for 600

years and its visible archaeological legacy has led to the whole town being placed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.

PROGRAMME

DAY One: Fly direct to Paphos. Transfer to your hotel in Kato Paphos

(20 minutes) for seven nights half board accommodation.

DAYS Two to Seven: Paphos orientation walk and three included

walking excursions, private transportation included. Two of the walks

highlight the Akamas peninsula – an area of rocky coves, sandy bays

on the coast and picturesque villages inland.

Walk 1: the Akamas Peninsula. After a 45-minute northwards coach

transfer into the nature reserve area of the Akamas peninsula, you

follow the trail that Adonis used on his way to meet Aphrodite (or so

the locals say!). The area is rich in flora, including species found only

here. The walk takes 3.5 hours (5 miles), with ascents/descents of

250m.

Walk 2: Panayia and the Vouni Trail. Today’s walk, starts at the village

of Panayia, one hour’s drive from Paphos. The path goes through

vineyards and amid unusual limestone rock formations. Your walk

takes about 3 hours (4.5 miles), with ascents/descents of 300m.

Before returning to Paphos, you will visit Chrysorogiatissa monastery,

3000ft up (the trail’s name, ‘Vouni’ means a ‘peak’), and founded in

1152.

YOUR HOTEL

ATHENA BEACH HOTEL HHHH Superior, Paphos (seven nights)

The Athena Beach Hotel has recently been fully refurbished and provides

superb accommodation right on the beach, in Kato Paphos, with good

access to the town centre. There are lovely spacious gardens, 2 freshwater

outdoor swimming pools, 1 indoor heated pool, 3 restaurants offering buffet

and a la carte options (half-board includes dining in the buffet restaurant),

bars, and spacious lounges and terraces. Bedrooms have bath, shower and

wc, satellite tv, fridge, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, and private

balcony or terrace. There is also a spa and health club with gym offering

a full range of treatments (charges apply). The hotel also provides resident

dance leaders with complimentary dance classes, 18 outdoor and 6 indoor

bowls rinks, floodlit tennis courts and mini golf – charges apply to rental of

equipment and some facilities. (www.athena-cbh.com).

*Some departures may be accommodated in the Pioneer Beach Hotel, a

sister hotel of the Athena Beach, located a further 800m up the beach from

the town centre. (www.pioneer-cbh.com)

Extend your holiday - extra week available in Paphos.

If you have friends who are not walkers interested in this itinerary, it is

featured in our Escorted Holidays brochure with a touring programme.

Walk 3: the Troodos Mountains, 1 ½ hours drive away. These

impressive, often snow-capped, mountains are the backbone of

Cyprus - the highest peak, Mount Olympus, rises to 6000ft. This is

a 5 mile trail around the mountain starting and finishing on the road

to Chionistra, crossing ski runs and with stunning views on all sides.

There are signs indicating particular flora species on the slopes and

you will see black pines and junipers of the region growing out of the

barren rocks. 3 hours with little ascent or descent. Apart from your

three included walking excursions, there is an optional excursion to

the capital and Green Line in Nicosia.

DAY Eight: Free time until your transfer to the airport for your return

flight.


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8 days from £719 November 2017, February, March & November 2018

Tenerife

There are a host of reasons for visiting Tenerife - the largest of the Canaries, which the classicists rightly called ‘the

Fortunate Isles’. Fortunate, too, in having such a wonderful winter and spring climate for visitors from the freezing north!

An island of contrasts - miles of sun-drenched coastline surround Spain’s highest mountain, Mount Teide. Accessible by

cable car and often snow-capped, the desolate volcanic slopes of Teide are a world away from the tropical vegetation

of the banana plantations and the botanic gardens below. You stay in the north part of the island where the traditional

villages, the UNESCO-listed university town of La Laguna and historic Puerto de la Cruz are totally different in feel to the

commercialised resorts of the south.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Tenerife Sur Reina Sofia Airport. Transfer

to your hotel (about one hour away) for seven nights half board

accommodation.

Days Two to Seven: In resort with three included walking

excursions in different parts of the island.

Walk 1: Mount Teide. A full day excursion onto Mount Teide, with

3-4 hours walking on the mountain slopes (breathtaking views), and

time to sightsee as well. A reasonably level route will be chosen

by your walking guides, according to the weather on the day. Total

distance 5-6 miles, reasonably level but at an altitude of around

8000ft.

Walk 2: Anaga. Your second excursion is to the north-east of the

island, for a walk in the Rural Park of Anaga, an area of volcanic

cliffs and Laurisilva forests rich in wildlife. Total distance 4.4 miles

with climbs of approx 300m.

Walk 3: Teno. The final included excursion is a full day trip to the

extreme north west of the island, where the Teno area lies, bypassed

by the traffic and seemingly by time itself. You walk in the

hills above Garachico, whose harbour was filled in by a lava flow in

the 18th century. This is a full day excursion, with 3-4 hours walking

and time for other exploring, too. Total distance 5 miles with climbs

of approx 350m.

YOUR HOTEL

DIVERHOTEL TENERIFE SPA AND GARDEN HHHH,

Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife (seven nights)

The hotel stands on the edge of Puerto de la Cruz, a 25 minute walk to the

seaside promenade (free courtesy bus 6 days a week during the day). There are

views to Mount Teide, the sea, and the Orotava valley from the hotel’s extensive

tropical gardens (1500sqm). Rooms have bath/shower, wc, hairdryer, satellite

tv, safety deposit box (charge applies), minibar, and balcony or terrace. There is

an outdoor pool, spa (charges apply), lounge area, poolside bar, entertainment

programme, buffet restaurant, and lounge area (limited free wifi). Prices are

based on standard rooms. Rooms with a view of Mount Teide are available at

a supplement.

(www.playasenator.com/en/hoteles-tenerife-spa-garden)

Extend your holiday – extra week available in Tenerife.



Apart from your three included excursions, you are free to relax and

enjoy the extensive facilities of your hotel, or to explore Tenerife,

either independently or on an optional excursion, as you prefer.

Day Eight: Free time until your transfer to the airport for your

return flight.



8 days from £939 November 2017, March & November 2018

Lanzarote & Fuerteventura

The entire island of Lanzarote is a UNESCO biosphere reserve, and it contains no less than 13 ‘protected areas’ including a Spanish

National Park - Timanfaya, where Raquel Welch was memorably filmed in ‘One Million Years BC’. As your base we have chosen

Playa Blanca, a quieter resort in the extreme south of the island, close to the Papagayo nature reserve.

The artist Cesar Manrique left an indelible mark on the island, not just in the artistic heritage, but in his (and his followers’) dedication

to maintaining the unique landscapes of his island and opposition to tasteless over-development. As you explore Lanzarote, you

will see that hi-rise building has been avoided, that the traditional rural architecture with its white buildings and striking green

paintwork has been respected, and above all that the island’s extraordinary landscapes have remained unblemished.

PROGRAMME

DAY One: Flight to Lanzarote, transfer to your hotel for seven nights

half board accommodation.

DAYS Two to Seven: In Playa Blanca, with three included walking

excursions, one to the neighbouring island of Fuerteventura and two

within Lanzarote.

Playa Blanca: our chosen resort of Playa Blanca is quieter than most of

the island’s resorts, yet has every amenity. A particular feature is the

long promenade, which runs close to the harbour, passes the stunning

new upmarket development of Marina Rubicon and continues out

towards Papagayo. There are good island bus services, allowing you to

get around by public transport if you wish.

Walk 1: Southern Lanzarote. La Geria’s unusual vineyards and the

Natural Park of the Volcanoes. Coach transfer to the village of La

Asomada (25 minutes), from where you walk on Mount Gaida, with

superb views over the island. Your route takes you through vineyards;

the vines are cultivated here in an apparently inhospitable postvolcanic

environment. Entering the Natural Park area, you climb onto

the Caldera called Cuervo, for views into the crater but also across the

island. 7 miles, ascent/descent of 280m.

Walk 2: Fuerteventura. You walk to the port (20 minutes) to catch the

ferry to Corralejo, Fuerteventura (35 minute crossing). On arrival you

join your coach and head for the island’s old capital, Betancuria, which

takes its name from the first Spanish settler, Jean de Bethencourt, in

1405. You will have time to explore the white-painted village before

you start your 4 mile walk, which takes you along the spine of the

island, with great views all around. Your destination is Vega de Rio

Palmas – the ‘Meadow of Palms River’, where the apparently dry

watercourse does indeed provide water for the palm trees. You have

time for refreshment too(!), before you rejoin your coach to head for

the Corralejo Dunes Natural Area. There you walk a further mile or so to

explore the dunes - in fact an outcrop of the Sahara Desert, set by an

azure sea and again rich in birdlife. You return to the port for the ferry

back to Playa Blanca, arriving in time for dinner. 5 miles with

mainly descents of 200m.

Walk 3: Northern Lanzarote - Corona Volcano to the Crags of Famara.

Coach transfer to the Corona Volcano (45 minutes), Lanzarote’s

highest. Your walk takes you up this volcano and then across to the

cliffs at Famara, from where there are excellent views of the Chinijo

archipelago. Along the way you will discover some of the unusual flora

of this area, which has more water than the rest of Lanzarote. 5 miles,

550m of ascent/descent.

A fourth, optional, walking excursion may also be available.

DAY Eight: Free time until your transfer to the airport for your return

flight.

YOUR HOTEL

H10 LANZAROTE PRINCESS HHHH, Playa Blanca (seven nights)

Located in Playa Blanca just a short walk to the promenade, the hotel

has been recently refurbished. It has two restaurants, two bars and a

coffee bar. There are two swimming pools, minigolf and tennis court.

Free wifi in the lobby. Bedrooms have bath, hairdryer, terrace or balcony,

fridge and flat screen tv. Standard rooms have garden or mountain view;

superior rooms with pool or sea view are available at a supplement.

(www.h10hotels.com)

Extend your holiday - extra week available in Playa Blanca.





8 days from £629 March, April & October

The Sierra de Mijas

We always try to combine great walking with interesting holiday destinations which are well worth a visit in their own

right and Mijas ticks all the boxes. Roman, Visigothic and later Moorish, the white painted centre of Mijas Pueblo still has

the look of an old Andalucian village, set amid the impressive landscapes of the Sierra, which are rich in vegetation: only

a quarter of an hour’s drive from the commercial excesses of the coast, but light years away in atmosphere. The marble

and limestone Sierra de Mijas is crossed with mountain valleys and has a variety of well-maintained paths and routes of

varying difficulty.

PROGRAMME

DAY One: Flight to Malaga, transfer to Mijas (30 minutes) and your

hotel for seven nights half board accommodation.

DAYS Two to Seven: At leisure in Mijas, with three included walking

excursions. A fourth, optional walking excursion will also be available.

Walk 1: Mijas and the Sierra. 5 miles, 400m of ascent/descent. Your first

walk starts and finishes at the hotel: the first section will introduce you

to Mijas itself, with its narrow alleys, broad squares, and ‘Camino del

Calvario’, a pilgrims’ path of the Way of the Cross up to the Hermitage

(built in 1710 as a refuge for Carmelite monks), on the side of the

Sierra from where there are superb views over the coast. Your route

goes to the Mission Cross and through an abandoned marble quarry.

The landscape varies as you go, offering firstly herbs and lavender, and

then eucalyptus and pines. You re-enter Mijas, and head through the

town towards the hotel: perhaps stopping for refreshment first!

Walk 2: The North side of the Sierra, near Alhaurin el Grande. Short

(20 minutes) transfer around the edge of the Sierra. This walk involves

beautiful glens and stunning vistas. The full walk is 7 miles, 675m

of ascent/descent, with some steep sections, but an easier version

encompassing part of the route will also be available.

on an optional excursion to historic Antequera and the astonishing

limestone formations of El Torcal may also be available.

DAY Eight: Free time until departure for Malaga airport.

YOUR HOTEL

HOTEL TRH HHHH, Mijas. (seven nights)

This hotel enjoys an excellent location close to town (5 minutes walk

away), but set amid palms and pines in the rolling landscapes of the

Sierra as well. Built in Andalucian style, the hotel has a bar, buffet

restaurant, outdoor pool and spacious gardens and terraces. Rooms

have bath/shower, wc, satellite TV, direct dial phone, safety deposit box,

internet connection and hairdryer. Superior rooms are available at a

supplement. (www.trhhoteles.com)

Extend your holiday – extra week available in Mijas.



Walk 3: Calamorro and the old path to Mijas. 5 miles, 500m ascent

(descent by cable car). 20-minute transfer to start your walk near

Benalmadena Pueblo, a pretty town in the hills as opposed to the

sprawling resort of Benalmadena Costa below. The trail follows a ridge

– on a clear day you can see Gibraltar and Africa! Your destination is

Calamorro, from where the cable car whisks you 3km back down the

mountain to ‘civilisation’!

There is plenty to do in your free time. As well as a very pretty old centre

where it is a pleasure to stroll and relax, Mijas has a folk museum and

a newly-opened Contemporary Arts Centre. The prime focus of the

museum is Picasso’s ceramic works of which 41 are on display as well

as some of his paintings and others by Dali and Miro. Picasso was born

just down the road in Malaga which also has a fine museum displaying

his paintings. Malaga is easily accessible on public transport. Or you

could spend a day at the seaside in nearby Fuengirola. A fourth walk



8 days from £589 November 2017, February to November 2018

Andalucia’s Eastern Coast

Glorious hills and mountains, pretty beaches and coves, the azure waters of the southern Mediterranean and a wonderful

sub-tropical climate – what else do you need for a walking holiday in the sunshine? Andalucia’s eastern coast (known

as the Costa Tropical) is all this. Your base is the coastal city of Almunecar where the sierras plunge spectacularly into

the sea and you will find no less than 25 beaches and coves within the boundary of the municipality. It is a city whose

Phoenician, Roman and Moorish past is still much in evidence. Granada is only 45 miles away and you have an included

visit to the last city to be surrendered by the Moors in 1492.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Malaga and transfer to your hotel (55 miles) in

Almunecar on the beach east of the city for seven nights half board

accommodation.

Days Two to Seven: During your stay there are three included walks.

Walk 1: Short 5-minute transfer to the start of your walk east along

the coast. You walk via gorges, cliff and coastal paths along beaches

and coves, passing ancient watch towers, and with excellent views as

you go. Your destination is the old town of Salobrena, where there is

an Arab Fortress and from where you catch the local bus back to the

hotel. 6 miles, 120m of ascent and descent.

Walk 2: 10 mile coach trip west to your start point at Playa Canuelo,

from where you walk along the old coastal route to La Herradura –

5 miles so far, 230m of ascent/descent. After a stop for lunch at La

Herradura, either catch the local bus back to Almunecar, or continue

walking over the headland to Cotobro and Almunecar – a further 5

miles, 100m ascent/descent. From Almunecar centre, take the local

bus or continue along the promenade to the hotel.

Walk 3: Today you have a coach transfer to Frigiliana, 16 miles away, for

your circular walk in the hills behind this pretty white-painted village.

The undulating route takes you to the Cross on Captain Pinto’s Hill (the

good captain built a cross to give thanks for surviving a horrendous

storm at sea). You return via the little village of La Molineta, where

we make a refreshment stop, and then return to Frigiliana. 9 miles,

600m of ascent and descent. There may be the opportunity to include

a section of river walk, weather permitting.

There are opportunities for self-guided walks from Almunecar – our

representative will be pleased to advise. There is also an included fullday

excursion to the wonderful city of Granada. From Almunecar we

take the spectacular old road to Granada along the tropical valley of the

Rio Verde passing avocado, custard apple and mango plantations. The

next section crossing the sierra is spectacular. But there is surely no

more spectacular setting than the city of Granada whose extraordinary

Alhambra complex is dominated by the snow-capped peaks of the

Sierra Nevada. A local guide will ensure you make the most of your

visit of the Alhambra and the Generalife Gardens. (Please note that, due

to restrictions on group visits, the Nasrid Palaces part of the complex

may not be included in the visit.) As well as visiting the complex, you

will also have plenty of time to see some of the city’s other attractions

such as the cathedral and the old Moorish quarter of Albaicin, now

a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with the Alhambra and the

Generalife.

The rest of your time is free to enjoy Almunecar. You can visit the Arab

fortress built on top of a Roman castle or stroll through the delightful

botanical gardens of Majuelo Park where there is a huge collection

of tropical and subtropical plants, bushes and trees as well as the

remains of the Roman fish-salting pits. Other attractions include the

exotic bird park and the network of defensive towers built by the Moors

and later strengthened in the 18th century as defence against British

raids. Or just stroll through the busy commercial district in the old

centre where you can admire the city’s monuments – look out for the

plaque dedicated to Laurie Lee who spent time here during and after

the Civil War.

Day Eight: Free time until your transfer to the airport and your return

flight home.

YOUR HOTEL

HOTEL BAHIA TROPICAL HHHH, Taramay, Almunecar (seven nights)

The hotel is situated on the small Pozuelo beach in Taramay on the eastern

edge of Almunecar, 3 km from the city centre. There is a frequent, cheap

bus service to town if you do not want to take the extremely pleasant

walk along the seafront. Its spacious rooms all have bath and wc, minibar,

satellite tv, safe (chargeable) and hairdryer - most have balcony or

terrace. The restaurant serves buffet style food and there is a bar with

entertainment on most nights. The hotel has a large outdoor pool and a

spa. One entrance to the spa is included during your stay (one hour use to

include active pool with water massages, sauna, Turkish bath, pediluvium

and sensation shower). Health and body treatments are also available at

extra cost. (www.hotelbahiatropical.es)

Extend your holiday – extra week available in Taramay.





NO SINGLE

SUPPLEMENT

No single

supplement

IN March

& March April

8 days from £649 March to May, September & October

Mallorca

Majorca is not all beaches and tacky tourist outlets. As you go to the north–eastern side of the island, Majorca undergoes a

remarkable transformation; changing from high-rise apartment blocks and hotels to the calmer shores around Cala Ratjada,

where your hotel is located. You are now firmly in Mallorca, with its Hispanic spelling and atmosphere, rather than in the land of

its Anglo-Saxon translation! You have the chance to explore the real Mallorca from your base at the Hotel Bella Playa, just a few

metres from the stunning beach of Cala Agulla.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Palma. On arrival you will be met at the airport and

transferred to your hotel, the Bella Playa, for seven nights half board

accommodation. Transfer time 50 minutes.

Days Two to Seven: There are three walks arranged especially

for Preferred Travel Services Customers (details below). In addition,

the hotel has its own programme of outings (daily except Sunday),

including our featured walks and other additional activities such as a

bike ride to Arta (bike hire approx £9).

Walk 1: Cala Ratjada introductory walk. You will head into the dunes

of Cala Agulla, and then go around the peninsula of Cala Ratjada, via

Cala Lliteras before arriving at the lighthouse, located at an altitude of

70m, and from where you can see the neighbouring island of Menorca.

Then you follow the coast down to beautiful Cala Gat and on to Cala

Ratjada port. The distance to here is 6 miles: the walk will finish at the

port and our experience is that almost all customers will indeed be

happy to finish there. However, your walking guides will assist anyone

who wishes to extend the walk, by continuing in the direction of Font

de Sa Cala, a further 2 miles each way.

Walk 2: The mountains of S’heretat and Sa Cove Negre hill. You head

first along the coast to Na Taconera, and then cross the hills and take

a stony path up to 230m in altitude, before descending to Capdepera,

where there is the chance to visit the castle. 7 miles approx.

Walk 3: You head through the pine forest and cross the Es Munt Gros

dunes, before going along the coast to the Punta des Boc (80m high).

You will return along a cobbled path passing through Cala Molto and

Cala Agulla. This walk is 11 miles long. A shorter version may also be

available. Nearby is the ascent to the Son Jaumell watchtower, 270m

up – you may wish to return this way on a free day and do the climb.

From Cala Ratjada there are bus services to Palma and other places on

the island. Near Canyamel can be found the Arta Caves, full of amazing

rock formations such as the ‘Queen of Pillars’. The caves were a place

of refuge for 2,000 Arabs in 1229 when hiding from King Jaume I when

the Christians conquered Mallorca.

Day Eight: Free time until your departure transfer to the airport for

your flight home.

YOUR HOTEL

HOTEL BELLA PLAYA HHHH, Cala Ratjada. (seven nights)

The hotel, on the edge of the resort, adjoins the Levante Natural Park

area. All walks therefore start directly from the hotel. The hotel offers

plenty of sporting activities (tennis courts, swimming pool, gymnasium

and discounts for the nearby golf course among others) as well as wellfurnished

rooms (satellite tv, telephone and full bathroom). Prices are

based on standard rooms. Superior rooms are available at a supplement.

The hotel has an outdoor pool and a wellness centre with sauna, 2 Turkish

baths and relaxation room – free of charge for hotel guests - and free wifi

access on the Terrace Bar and in Reception. There is a buffet meal each

night included with a huge selection of food, including local specialities

(www. bellaplaya.com).

Extend your holiday – extra week available in Cala Ratjada.





No single

supplement

IN APRIL &

October

8 days from £649 April, May, September & October

Catalonia

Mainly known in the UK for the beaches of the Costa Brava and Dorada, Catalonia is a region with an incredibly rich variety

of landscapes. Close to the coast, the rolling highlands offer lovely views towards the sea and inland towards the heights

of the Sierras, which are rich in wildlife and flora.

Your walks feature both landscapes, as well as the character-filled villages of the interior.

Your base is Coma-Ruga, a pleasantly unspoilt resort with an excellent beach in the quieter Penedes area of the ‘Golden

Coast’, the Costa Dorada, between Barcelona and Tarragona. There is an excellent, reasonably priced rail service to both

cities. Apart from the wine-producing counties of the Penedes, you also walk in the adjacent Alt Camp, the ‘High Country’.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Reus or Barcelona. Transfer to your hotel, just under an

hour away. Seven nights half board accommodation is reserved for you.

Days Two to Seven: In resort with three included walking excursions:

Walk 1: Coastal Walk from La Mora to Torredembarra. After a short coach

transfer you start your walk near the medieval Mora watchtower. You cross

the beach and the headland before reaching Tamarit and its castle. You

head along the beach and then a short way inland, up the river, to explore

the ‘witches’ village’ of Altafulla. The coastal area, the story goes, was

plagued by pirates and smugglers: the word was put out that the upper

part of the village was populated by witches, so as to discourage attack!

You return to the wide beach and climb onto the headland to reach ‘Els

Munts’, an impressive Roman villa (the word means a farmstead). Nearby

there are other, rather less impressive, holiday ‘villas’. You descend into

Torredembarra – the town has a pleasant old quarter and beach. Total

so far 6 miles, 80m of climb/descent. Nearby is a dune area, a haven for

birds and of ecological importance: you will have time to explore it if you

wish. You return to the hotel by train.

Walk 2: The Foix Natural Park and Modernist l’Arboç. Short coach transfer

(20 minutes) to the entry to the Foix Natural Park Area. You start this

country walk near Penyafort Castle. Your route takes you along lanes

and paths close to vineyards, with views of the Sierra del Montmell. The

route undulates gently amid rich vegetation, approaching Castellet, with

its impressive lakeside castle – now home to a UNESCO International

Biosphere Research Centre. There are fine views over the reservoir

– watch out for cormorants and other birdlife. After a stop, you then

follow lanes to l’Arboç village, home to a lacemaking tradition, and with

impressive modernist buildings, its ‘Indian Houses’ and Giralda Tower – a

copy of the one in Seville. 6.9 miles, 100m ascent/descent.

Walk 3: Villages of the Alt Camp & the Cistercian Route. After a 40-minute

coach transfer to the start of the walk in the village of Cabra del Camp,

you follow the long-distance GR7 path for 2.3 miles, gradually gaining

175m in altitude. You then join the ‘Cistercian Route’, the long distance

GR175 path linking the three great Catalan Monasteries. There are great

views as you descend gently towards Pont d’Armentera (300m over

approx. 4 miles), where you have a break for lunch. The last section of the

walk to the Santes Creus Monastery follows a broad track overlooking the

Gaia valley – 4 miles, 70m climb. (The total distance is just over 10 miles,

but there is a possible break point after 7 miles at Pont d’Armentera from

where you can take a bus or taxi to Santes Creus). Time permitting, you

will be able to visit the monastery (entrance fee approx. 3.50 euros). From

Santes Creus you transfer back to your hotel, with an en-route photo stop

at the unusual modernist Sanctuary at Montferri.

Day Eight: Free time until your departure to the airport for your flight

home.

YOUR HOTEL

NUBAHOTEL HHHH, Coma-Ruga (seven nights)

The hotel stands close to the broad sandy beach. This unspoilt resort is

quiet out of season, rather busier at weekends from June to September

when there is an entertainment programme in the hotel, with music on

Saturday evenings. A reasonable selection of shops, bars and restaurants

is about 10 minutes walk (700m) away, and the railway station with halfhourly

departures to Barcelona is about 15 minutes walk. There is also

a local bus service to the nearby county town of El Vendrell, birthplace

of Pablo Casals: his villa, now an interesting museum, is within walking

distance of the hotel. The hotel has a spa centre (a reasonable extra charge

applies), restaurant, bar, lounge, and outdoor pool. Rooms, which all have

balcony, also have 2 queen size beds, bathroom with hairdryer, phone,

air-conditioning/heating, satellite LCD tv, and safety deposit box (charge

applies). Free wifi in public areas. (www.nubahotelcomarruga.com)

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8 days from £649 March, May & October

Catalonia - Trails & Rails

We have featured ‘Walking in Catalonia’ for a few years now. As our hotel is situated just 15 minutes walk from the local railway

station it gives us the opportunity to explore further this part of Catalonia. The local station is on the main line between Barcelona and

Tarragona and the journey to either (which you can do in your spare time) is very pleasant as the train hugs the coastline. But there

are also a few local lines which pass through unspoilt Catalan countryside, where pretty villages huddle around their church and wine

cellar, unchanged by time. Between them roll hills of olives and vines, interrupted by occasional rocky crags or coves, and seemingly

randomly-positioned railway halts. Recalling the days when the trains on these lesser-used lines were of great import to the country

and its government, each off-the-beaten-track station seems to be home to an enormous traffic office (now often derelict) where,

presumably, teams of civil servants supervised the running of the railway! One line goes west and inland into the Priorat, an area famed

for its wine as much as its beautiful countryside. The other line goes north to Montblanc at the foot of the Prades mountain range.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Barcelona or Reus. Transfer to your hotel just under

an hour away for seven nights half board hotel accommodation.

Days Two to Seven: In resort with three included Trails & Rails

walks. Please note: we will pre-purchase train tickets, but occasionally

trains can be quite busy for the first 2 or 3 stops.

Please note: All three walks have sections which are more

difficult than other walks in this brochure, paths being steep,

narrow and rocky in places, particularly following erosion. On all

three walks there is an easier option, but even this on Walk 3 is

tricky in places.

Walk 1: The Cistercian Route from l’Espluga de Francoli to medieval

Montblanc. Coach transfer to l’Espluga de Francoli (45 minutes).

After walking through this old wine village you walk gradually uphill

towards the sanctuary of the Trinity (coffee stop). You continue through

a forested area, on a broad path before reaching St John’s Hermitage

and then descending towards the town of Montblanc. 6 miles, 250m

of ascent/descent. The easier option (4.5 miles, 70m ascent/descent)

misses out the Hermitage and avoids a climb and a steep descent,

allowing extra time in Montblanc instead.

Montblanc is a little jewel: a completely unspoilt medieval town with

fine ramparts, shady streets and impressive churches and squares –

especially the Placa Major, the Main Square. This is the town where St

George supposedly fought against the dragon, to save the princess!

From Montblanc you catch the train back to the coast.

Walk 2: Priorat. You catch the 0948 train to the little village station

at Marça, amid the DOC Montsant wine district, and in the county

of Priorat, arriving at 1101. The line is spectacular, especially after

it emerges from the Argentera tunnel (completed in 1890). Marça

is where the International Brigades (including the British Battalion)

massed in preparation for the disastrous Battle of Ebro in 1938.

The walk is circular, but the landscapes on the outward section –

vineyards and olive groves with a spectacular craggy backdrop – are

very different to the second part where, after passing Capçanes, you

go through a wood and climb through a rocky gully part of the way.

8 miles, 160m of ascent/ descent. The easier option (5 miles) ends in

Capçanes with a coach transfer back to Marça. You return to the coast

by coach (one hour).

Walk 3: The Coastal Path: l’Ametlla de Mar to l’Ampolla. You take the

0848 train south down the coast to l’Ametlla de Mar – journey time one

hour. On this walk you will discover the natural beauty of this protected

part of the coast. You will follow in the footsteps of patrolmen who, in

centuries gone by, used the pathways to look out for invaders, pirates

or smugglers. The route crosses coves and beaches: much is totally

unspoilt, though in some places you will marvel at the depredations

not of pirates, but of Spanish planning – or, rather, the apparent lack

of it! The whole walk to l’Ampolla is just under 11 miles with ascent/

descent of 170m. The easier option ends after 7 miles at Playa de

l’Aliga, with an onward coach transfer to l’Ampolla. Return to Coma-

Ruga is by train from l’Ampolla.

Day Eight: Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

YOUR HOTEL

NUBAHOTEL HHHH, Coma-Ruga (seven nights)

The description of the hotel is on page 9.

Extend your holiday – extra week available in Catalonia.



8 days from £769 May & September

The Costa Blanca Mountains

Inland from the resorts of the Costa Blanca lies some of the best walking country in Spain. The sparsely populated

mountains rise up to 3000ft and are a haven for wildlife including wild cats and genets, badgers and weasels and even

golden eagles. Well maintained tracks along the rocky peaks and through lush valleys link traditional villages where the

old Valencian lifestyle still prevails. Your holiday base in Calpe has a bit of everything – beautiful beaches, a lively and

picturesque old town, stunning scenery in the shape of the immense Rock of Ifach and varied wildlife, both on the Rock

and on the saltpans.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Alicante. Transfer to your hotel for seven nights half

board accommodation. Transfer time one hour, depending on traffic.

Days two to seven: At leisure in Calpe with three included guided

walks.

Walk 1: You will have a short coach transfer for the first included walk

on the unspoilt Serra d’Oltà hills. You follow a circular route around

the peak, mainly along good forestry tracks, with moderate ascents

of approx 220m and just one short section of stony footpath. The

route affords good views of the coast and surrounding mountains as

it passes through pinewoods and moorland. You will make a stop at

St Francis’ hermitage. The walk is approx 5 miles. On the return the

coach detours to pass the salt flats and the Rock of Ifach. If you wish

you can alight there, take lunch, have a walk on Ifach. A marked trail

through and around the Rock will take about 2 ½ hours to complete.

Walk 2: 30 mile coach transfer to Famorca. Following the old road

downhill through Famorca and another small village, you have the

chance to explore the caves at La Cova. These caves have been in

continuous use since the Palaeolithic period, most recently as a

refuge for the villagers’ sheep and goats. The route ascends along an

ancient footpath until Castell de Castells comes into view. Passing two

freshwater springs, and an ancient gypsum mill and kilns, there is the

option of a short ascent to see some 1000 year old, but still productive,

olive trees. Approaching Castell de Castells, you cross the medieval

irrigation viaduct. Originally built by the Moors it is still in use today. 7

miles with ascents of 350m and descents of 600m.

Walk 3: 50-minute coach transfer to the start of the walk which will

explore the Jalon Valley, famous for its vineyards, fine wines and the

typical sweet white Mistela. The route starts from the summit of the

Coll de Rates from where you have panoramic views of the surrounding

mountains and the Tárbena Valley, the Sierra de Ferrer and the Jalon

Valley with its whitewashed villages, vineyards and citrus groves set

out in neat rows. The route descends from the Coll de Rates along

the old Royal Road that takes you down into the Jalon Valley. This

footpath was the principal connection between the provincial capitals

of Valencia and Alicante up until the early 20th century. You then

follow an easy footpath through pinewoods along the southern flanks

with views of the valley below. In Jalon, you can visit one of the wine

Bodegas. To finish the walk, you can either continue to the town square

and the church with its characteristic blue-tiled and domed roof, or

stop for refreshments in one of the local bars. 6 miles with ascents of

80m and descents of 525m.

As well as the Rock of Ifach trail in Calpe, there is an eco-trail at the

base of Ifach and two ‘Voramar’ paths in Calpe along the water’s edge

to Arenal-Bol beach and the marina of Les Bassetes. There will also be

an optional full day excursion to the city of Valencia.

DAY EIGHT: Free time until departure for the airport and your flight

home.

YOUR HOTEL

DIAMANTE BEACH HOTEL HHHH, Calpe (seven nights)

The hotel is located just a few metres from the Levante Beach promenade.

The hotel’s modern style is characterised by its spectacular glass façade.

Rooms are equipped with a full bathroom with hairdryer, air-conditioning,

safety deposit box, mini-bar, telephone, satellite tv, wifi and internet

connection, and large balcony. There are three outdoor pools, cafeteria,

piano bar, and the Mediterranean cuisine buffet restaurant with “Show

Cooking”. The spa centre offers a large heated pool with a vast range of spa

amenities. Our guests receive one free circuit of the spa consisting of 16

elements including hydromassage, turkish bath, ice fountain, thermal bath,

jacuzzi, sauna and 5 different sorts of shower. (www.diamantebeach.com)





8 days from £749 October

Menorca

The island of Menorca may be just 30 miles long and 10 miles across, but it hosts a world of contrasts. The north is

comparatively lush and green, with extensive bays and long headlands. The south is much rockier and riddled with caves.

At the eastern end lies the island’s capital Mahon, a historic city well worth exploring, whose fine deep-water harbour

led to British and French occupation in the 18th century (in 1756 the British Admiral Byng was court-martialled and shot

for losing it to the French ‘pour encourager les autres’!). To the west lies Ciutadella, a former island capital, again with

impressive city walls and harbour, but much quieter than the capital. But it is the island’s unspoilt beaches and coves that

may impress you most of all: our resort area of Son Bou is home to one of the best of them. Menorca was designated a

biosphere reserve by UNESCO in October 1993.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Menorca, transfer to your hotel, half an hour away.

Seven nights half board accommodation is reserved for you.

Days Two to Seven: In resort with three included walking excursions:

Walk 1: The South. This is a circular walk from the hotel, passing

through Son Bute Valley. You then go through the Ravine of Binigaus,

passing the Coloms Cave, and walking along the coast back to Son Bou.

Total 10.7 miles, ascent/descents 200m.

Walk 2: The North. After a 30-minute coach transfer to the Cape of

Cavalleria, the island’s most northerly point, you walk along the coast in

the direction of Cala Pregonda, famed for its red and yellow rocks. After

your walk, you return by coach, visiting ‘El Toro’, Menorca’s 358m-high

‘mountain’ to take in the view. 5 miles, 100m of ascent/descent.

Walk 3: The East. You transfer to the Cape of Favaritx, with its black

rocks, and follow a path by the s’Albufera lagoon to the fishing village

of Es Garau. 8 miles, 100m of ascent/descent.

A fourth, optional, walk along the south-east coast, via the beaches of

Cala Turquesa and Calal Macarella, to Cala Galdana, will be available,

and there is public transport to both Mahon and Ciutadella close at

hand.


your flight home.

YOUR HOTEL

HOTEL VALENTIN HHHH, Son Bou (seven nights)

This large hotel (214 rooms, plus 98 apartments) enjoys a quiet location on

the crest of a hill, a mile from the beach (daytime shuttle service available).

It has outdoor and indoor pools, two bars (one restricted to adults only),

and a shop. Bedrooms have bathroom, air-conditioning, tv with satellite,

telephone, hairdryer and balcony. There are 2 tennis courts, gym, and

daytime and evening entertainment programme. Meals are buffet-style.

(www.valentinhotels.com)

Walking & Birdwatching

8 days from £749 May

We know that our walking holiday customers not only enjoy the

scenery, culture and history of the places we visit, but also have

more than a passing interest in the fauna of the area. This holiday

to Menorca and the holidays to Portugal and to the Camargue on

the following two pages include three excellent walks with first-rate

birdwatching opportunities. This is not high end, specialist twitching

and there is no need to buy expensive equipment; your regular

binoculars will be ok. But that doesn’t mean you’ll be short changed

in terms of avine content! Our walking guides are also expert birders

who are able at once to cater to all levels of experience – from the

complete beginner to the accomplished ornithologist.

PROGRAMME

Walk 1: This walk leaves from the hotel, visiting the marshy area near

Son Bou and the Son Boter Ravine. Expected sightings include the

distinctively crowned Hoopoe, the Purple Heron, Purple Swamphen, the

Booted Eagle and the endangered Egyptian Vulture, also known as the

‘Pharaoh’s Chicken’. 5.1 miles, ascent/descent 85m.

Walk 2: Transfer to Son Parc beach, on the north of the island, crossing

through wetlands of Son Saura, heading towards the salt marshes/mines

of Fornells, where you will stop at a farm for a short while to observe

the birdlife. You then continue to the Concepción Salines to meet your

transport. Expected sightings today include the fastest member of the

animal kingdom, the Peregrine Falcon, the Osprey, the Black-winged

Stilt and the Kentish Plover. 4.2 miles, ascent/descent 50m. On the

return journey we make short stops at the Bee-eater colony near Lluriac,

and take in the fabulous views from ‘El Toro’, Menorca’s highest point

(over 1100ft above sea level).

Walk 3: Transfer to Algaraiens, in the west of the island, from where

you walk via Pla de Mar to Cala del Pilar, to see the wide variety of

birds found in the agricultural interior of Menorca – though our varied

route also includes a forest of holm oaks as well as a coastal section.

On this walk expected sightings include the Tawny Pipit, the elegant

Woodchat Shrike, the solitary Blue Rock Thrush and the disputed ‘King

of the Birds’ from a legend told by Pliny and Aristotle, the Firecrest. 6

miles, ascent/descent 100m.

Extend your holiday - extra week available in the Hotel Valentin.



8 days from £849 April & October

Portugal – Walking and Birdwatching

Sunshine and fantastic beaches – the Algarve is great place for a holiday. But the eastern Algarve, with its vast wetlands

which stretch from Faro to close to the border with Spain, is a nature lover’s wonderland. The system of barrier islands and

peninsulas creates a variety of habitats in which wildlife, especially birds, can thrive in the spring we visit the Alentejo. Inland

from the coast, the Alentejo is an entirely different landscape to the Algarve, but just as enchanting. Great plains dotted with

cork oaks stretch to the horizon. Protected areas, where hunting is banned and only traditional methods of agriculture are

practised, have become one of the most important bird watching centres in Portugal and a perfect environment for the Great

Bustard, the heaviest of flying birds. In the autumn, the Alentejo is replaced by a walk in Portugal’s wild west at Cape St

Vincent. Your holiday hotel is on the outskirts of the historic town of Tavira. The busy market town has no less than thirty seven

churches and a lovely arched Roman bridge spanning the River Gilau. The pleasant old centre has arcades, shops and cafes.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Faro, transfer to your hotel, forty minutes away, for

seven nights half board accommodation.

Days Two to Seven: In resort with three included walking excursions.

Transport to/from walks is included where appropriate.

Walk 1: The Ria Formosa Natural Park. In the morning, transfer to

the start of your walk near Faro (27 miles). The Ria Formosa nature

area is one of the most important protected areas in the south of the

Iberian Peninsula. You walk towards Quinta do Lago, passing salt

marshes carved into a labyrinth of tidal flats, salt ponds, warm water

lagoons and channels which provide shelter to many bird species,

including Flamingos, Spoonbills, Storks and Hoopoes. The walk takes

you through the area of Ludo, located in the middle of a complex of

salt pans at the edge of the São Lorenço River, passing along salt

mountains, eucalyptus and pine tree forests. The walk is level and

about 4 miles. You return to the hotel in the late afternoon.

Walk 2: 15 mile transfer east to the wetlands of the Castro Marim

Nature Reserve, on the mouth of the river Guadiana, the natural border

between this side of Portugal and Spain. From the main road near the

old town of Castro Marim you do the first part of the walk next to salt

marshes, saltpans and cultivated fields towards the Visitor´s Centre – a

good area for waders, warblers and even the Little Bustard in the dry

flats of the marsh. 2.2 miles, ascent/descent 30m. Short transfer to

the next walk through the more industrial saltpans of Cerro do Bufo.

Along this dirt road you can see waders, gulls, terns and herons on one

side and ground birds in the fields on the other side. Expected birds

to be seen on the day are Crested Lark, Black-winged Stilt, Flamingo,

Spoonbill, Avocet, Osprey, Marsh Harrier, Kentish Plover, Dartford

Warbler, Stone Curlew. 3.75 miles, ascent/descent 10m.

Walk 3 (Spring departures): An early start for the journey to Castro

Verde in the inland province of Alentejo (83 miles). Alentejo is one of the

most beautiful and sparsely populated areas of Portugal and holds one

of the best preserved steppes in Europe. The Special Protection Area of

Castro Verde is full of birdlife and in the spring the fields are carpeted

with wild flowers. You pass the grassland and oak woods in search of

the iconic Great and Little Bustards, Black-bellied Sandgrouse, Beeeaters,

the first Rollers of the year, Black-eared Wheatear, Iberian Grey

Shrike and raptors such as the Black-winged Kite, Booted and Shorttoed

Eagle, Red and Black Kite, Griffon and Black Vulture and sometimes

even young Golden, Bonelli´s and Spanish Imperial Eagles. 6.8 miles,

ascent/descent 200m. Depending on the day of operation, lunch is

included in the Castro Verde LPN visitor centre. Time permitting, a stop

will be made on the return journey in the old walled town of Mertola on

the Guadiana river. Return to the hotel late afternoon.

Walk 3 (Autumn departures): An early start for the 82 mile transfer

to the start of today’s walk from Vila do Bispo to the lighthouse at Cabo

São Vincente. It is the most south-westerly point in mainland Europe

and was considered by the Romans to be the end of the known world.

Our walk affords stunning views of the ocean and takes us across the

Vale Santo where, in October, migrating raptors may often be seen

including Booted, Short-toed and Bonelli’s Eagles, Griffon and Egyptian

Vultures, Honey-buzzards and Black Kites, various falcons plus Black

Storks. The walk is a little under 8 miles and has a few gentle inclines.

Return to the hotel in the late afternoon.


your flight home.

YOUR HOTEL

VILA GALE ALBACORA HHHH, Tavira (seven nights)

The hotel is situated in a protected area at the mouth of the River Gilau

on the outskirts of Tavira. It is a 40 minute walk to the town centre.

The hotel operates a courtesy bus during the day Wednesday to Sunday

(schedule subject to change) and taxis are cheap. The hotel is built on

an old tuna fishing settlement and has a tuna fishing museum. There

is plenty of nearby birdlife at the saltpans and low-tide mudflats of

Forte do Rato, a 10 minute walk away. The hotel has a bar, restaurant,

outdoor pool, and spa area (charges apply). Wifi is free throughout the

hotel. Bedrooms (converted from the old fishermen’s houses) have bath/

shower and wc, hairdryer, cable TV and minibar. Prices are based on

standard rooms. Rooms with river view are available on request at a

supplement. (www.vilagale.com)



8 days from £949 May

France – Camargue, Alpilles & Crau

La Camargue, les Alpilles and la Crau – the French ‘golden triangle’ of biodiversity. The Camargue, with its white horses, black

bulls and pink flamingos, needs little introduction. Just to the north, the jagged, limestone peaks of the Alpilles mountains are

a striking contrast to the vast wetlands of the Camargue. Sandwiched between the two is la Crau, a unique, ancient steppe

landscape where shepherds have tended their flocks for 6,000 years. You’ll discover the amazing flora and fauna of all three

environments on guided walks with an expert naturalist. You’ll also enjoy the manmade wonders of the city of Arles, your

holiday base, renowned for its Roman monuments, van Gogh scenes, and, of course, Provençal cafés and restaurants!!

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Marseille or Nîmes, transfer to your hotel in Arles

(one hour from Marseille, 40 minutes from Nîmes) for seven nights hotel

accommodation. Two dinners in the hotel are included during your stay,

leaving five nights to sample the delights of the local restaurants. Your

Tour Director will be on hand to assist. A walking tour of the city will

show you the major sights and attractions of this splendid city - the

remarkably intact 1st century AD amphitheatre could entertain 30,000

spectators and is still used today; the Musée Réattu, a 15th century

priory of the Knights of Malta on the bank of the river Rhône; the Place

de la République with its obelisk and impressive town hall. Devotees

of van Gogh will recognize many parts of the city from his paintings,

including the courtyard of the old hospital where he was treated after

cutting off his ear, the amphitheatre, his café terrace, and the Rhône -

especially on a starry night!

DAYS TWO TO SEVEN: There are three included walks during your stay

in Arles.

Walk 1: La digue à la mer. Transfer to Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer (23

miles). On the way you’ll hear the story of the Three Marys (Jacob,

Salome and Magdalene) and their servant Sarah, patron saint of Gypsies,

thousands of whom have been making the annual pilgrimage to Stes-

Maries for centuries. ‘La digue’ is the dyke built in 1859 to keep the sea

at bay. This is a long but easy walk which takes you into the heart of the

Camargue National Nature Reserve. Landmarks along the route include

the Rousty sluice gate, the old customs house and the working Gacholle

lighthouse whose 60ft tower can be seen from miles around. Common

bird sightings will include warblers, gulls, terns, waders and avocets

but the emblematic Pink Flamingos are especially visible at the end of

the walk in the Fangassier lagoon where between 15 and 20 thousand

breeding pairs of them should be waiting for you. 11 miles – flat.

Walk 2: Les Alpilles – Saint Paul-de-Mausole, Glanum and the Vallon

de St Clerg. Transfer to the start of the walk (19 miles) in les Baux de

Provence. Here you take a short walk on a path overlooking a wonderful

landscape in search of Blue Rock Thrush at the foot of the imposing

ruined citadel. The walk continues to Saint Rémy de Provence (6 ½

miles, 250m ascent/ descent), passing through the wooded valley of St

Clerg, past the archaeological site of Glanum as far as Saint Paul-de-

Mausole where van Gogh painted over one hundred works of genius

while a voluntary patient in the rest home for just under a year. You have

some time at the foot of the two-holed rock looking out for the Bonelli’s

Eagle and also the Short toed Eagle, Sub Alpine and Sardinian Warblers.

Walk 3: Vigueirat Marshes & la Crau. The Vigueirat Marshes Nature

Reserve, 17 miles to the south of Arles forms the natural buffer between

the Rhone delta and the unique and arid la Crau. Access to the Reserve

is only possible with a guide. On a 3 mile flat walk you can see all nine

European species of Heron, Glossy Ibis, Spoonbill, Black winged Stilts

and numerous other waders, Marsh and Caspian Terns, Moustached,

Reed, and Great reed Warblers. Leaving the reserve you travel 12 miles

to la Crau Nature Reserve. Legend has it that the countless polished

stones covering the terrain were rained down by Jupiter and used as

missiles by Hercules in battle after he had used all his arrows. On a 2

½ mile flat walk you would hope to see Pin-tailed Sandgrouse, Lesser

Kestrel, Larks and Tawny Pipit.

DAY EIGHT: Free time until departure for the airport and your flight home.

YOUR HOTEL

BEST WESTERN ATRIUM HHH, Arles (seven nights)

This is a modern hotel built around an old town house. The hotel is centrally

located opposite the Tourist Office. Its 90 rooms are on 4 floors and have

air-conditioning, bath or shower and wc, satellite tv, hairdryer. Rooms

have internal atrium view or a view of the town. Wifi is complimentary

throughout the hotel. There is an airy restaurant with a glass roof and a bar.

(www.hotelatrium.com)





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in february

8 days from £759 February to May, September & October

Portugal - the Algarve

To discover the real beauty of the Algarve our escorted walks, through glorious countryside decked with flowers, may

be the answer. In recent years the Algarve has become increasingly popular with walkers who realise that much of the

countryside and coastline remain unspoilt. Your walking guide will show you the very best of the region while allowing you

time to appreciate all that you see. Your resort, Armação de Pêra, boasts one of the most beautiful beaches in the Algarve,

pretty coves, a panorama of brightly coloured fishing boats and a range of high quality fish restaurants. So why not pack

your walking boots and enjoy the best that the Algarve has to offer?

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Faro and transfer to your hotel in Armação de

Pêra, just 45 minutes away from the airport. Seven nights half board

accommodation is reserved for you.

Days Two to Seven: In resort with three included walking excursions

Walk 1: Alfanzina lighthouse to the Chapel of Our Lady of the Rock,

on the edge of your resort, along one of the most characteristic

stretches of Algarve coastline. After a short bus ride, you start your

walk near Alfanzina lighthouse. You follow narrow paths in an area

where the cliffs are made up of different colours of rock – excellent

photo opportunities, and there are impressive blowholes too. You cross

the bays of Praia de Marinha and Praia de Benagil to finish near the

Chapel. The finishing point is just over a mile through Armacao to your

hotel, which you can reach in your own time – just follow along the

beach! The walk is 5.5 miles, with climbs totalling 150m approx.

Walk 2: Estombar to Silves. Your walk starts near the natural springs of

Estombar (15 minutes away by coach), which also provides the water

for the nearby rice fields. You will follow the Arade River - the Moors

had their regional capital here. The area is rich in birdlife, and you

will pass plantations of orange and lemon trees, as well as lavender.

You complete your walk in the centre of the pleasant village of Silves,

where there is time to explore before you return to the hotel. 5 miles,

climbs of 50m.

Day Eight: Free time until your transfer to the airport for your return

flight.

YOUR HOTEL

THE HOLIDAY INN ALGARVE (formerly the Hotel Garbe) HHHH,

Armação de Pêra (seven nights)

This well-appointed 4 star hotel commands a prime position with a

stunning panoramic view of the bay of Armação de Pêra, within strolling

distance of shops, restaurants and entertainment. Its facilities include a

restaurant serving buffet-style meals, lounge, bar, free wifi in reception

and swimming pool. Rooms are equipped with bath/shower, wc, hairdryer,

direct dial telephone, individually controlled air-conditioning, safe, minibar,

tea and coffee making facilities and satellite television. Sea view rooms are

available at a supplement. Entertainment is provided on certain evenings.

(www.hialgarve.com)

Extend your holiday – extra week available in the Algarve.



Walk 3: Luz to Praia Dona Ana. The starting point of this walk is the

fishing village of Luz (45 minutes away by coach). You will walk uphill

on small footpaths and then continue along the picturesque coastline.

In the springtime especially, wild orchids accompany you on your way,

together with Affodile and Mastric bushes. There is also a marvellous

view across to the Ponta da Piedade, an impressive rock formation

in the sea. Finally, you will reach Praia Dona Ana, very close to Lagos

and your finishing point. The town is closely associated with Henry the

Navigator, and was the starting port of many Portuguese voyages of

discovery in the 15th and 16th century. Before you return to the hotel,

you will have time to explore Lagos. 6 miles, climbs 80m.

On one of your free days, we will offer a half day excursion to

Monchique, with a 5 mile walk.




Portugal - Cascais & the Sintra Natural Park

Just a few miles west from the hustle and bustle of the city of Lisbon is a hilly, forested area stretching down to the coast

which was a popular summer retreat for the rich and Royal families from the capital. As well as palaces, gardens and

hermitages, there are traditional villages and towns making this a ‘cultural landscape’ worthy of a UNESCO World Heritage

Site listing. From your base on the coast in Monte Estoril you have three guided walks in the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park.

In your free time, you can relax in the seaside resorts of Estoril and Cascais or take the short train ride to enjoy the sights,

sounds and flavours of Lisbon.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Lisbon. Thirty-minute transfer to your hotel in Monte

Estoril for seven nights half board accommodation.

Days Two to Seven: Your hotel is in Monte Estoril between Estoril

and Cascais, the two main resorts on the Lisbon Coast. Estoril, with its

plush villas and Belle Époque casino is the more traditional of the two,

while lively Cascais still retains some of its character as a traditional

fishing town. They are connected by a seafront promenade and your

hotel is a 20-minute walk from the centre of either resort or you can

take the frequent local bus. There are plenty of shops and cafés close by

as is Monte Estoril train station from where there is a regular service to

Lisbon. Everywhere you go in Lisbon you will find evidence of the city’s

historic links with the Age of Discovery from where intrepid explorers

opened up the sea-trading routes to India, Brazil, China and Japan in the

15th century. Today, the city is a mix of old quarters such as the Alfama,

a maze of steep cobbled streets, the wide avenues leading to the 18th

century Rossio square and modern developments with fine shops.

During your stay you have three guided walks in the Natural Park,

all different in content and character showing you varied aspects of

the countryside, scenery and way of life here. There is a short coach

transfer to the start of each walk of about 10 miles.

Walk 1: Sintra Sierra – the Mystic Mountain. On this walk you go to

some of the Park’s highest points with glorious views to the sea. You’ll

also discover how the Sintra Sierra has enchanted its visitors over the

centuries. The walk takes you to the ‘Holy Spirit’ village of Penedo known

for its countless springs and streams. Lunch is included in a local tavern.

After lunch you complete the walk passing small stud farms. 9.75 miles

with ascents/descents of 600m.

Walk 2: Land’s End. The walk starts at Cabo da Roca, Europe’s most

westerly point. An ancient fisherman´s path leads to the untouched

beauty of wild Ursa beach, considered by the Michelin Guide as one of

the most beautiful beaches in the world. Continuing along impressive

cliffs hugged by the Atlantic, you approach the Fojo, a natural well

that connects to the sea and where the Romans believed that deep

down there was a Triton playing music in a conch. This walk ends at

the beautiful Adraga beach. 5.5 miles with 550m ascents and 700m

descents.

Walk 3: Hermitage and Gardens. The starting point is the same as Walk

1 but takes you on a different path and includes visits to a couple of

the highlights of the Park. The Convento dos Capuchos was carved

into the granite in the 16th century and the monks’ austere existence

in the minute cells is referred to in a poem by Byron. From here it is

a 4.5 mile walk through a pine forest to the Monserrate Gardens and

Palace, a unique, exotic landscape again featuring in Byron’s poetry.

The massively rich exile, William Beckford, landscaped the site in the

1790’s. Sir Francis Cook continued the work in the gardens and restored

the Palace which is a delightful mix of Moorish, Romantic, Gothic and

even Indian styles. You return to the start point via the Musketeers Lake.

An easy 6.75 mile walk full of interest with ascents/descents of 350m.

Day Eight: Departure for the airport and your flight home.

YOUR HOTEL

ESTORIL EDEN HOTEL HHHH, Monte Estoril (seven nights)

The resorts of Cascais and Estoril are now one municipality and Monte

Estoril stands between the two old centres. The hotel has an indoor and

outdoor pool, fitness room, sauna, bar and restaurant. The spacious

bedrooms are aparthotel style with balcony, equipped kitchenette/

dining area, tv, air-conditioning, minibar, and bathroom with hairdryer.

(www.estoriledenhotel.com)






The Guadiana River & Western Andalucia

Your holiday base is the 4* Playamarina Hotel on Punta del Moral on Isla Canela in Spain, just over the Portuguese border.

There are guided walks in the Natural Park area of the Donana, the Flecha del Rompido Nature Reserve and a walk and

boat trip along the banks of the Rio Guadiana. In your free time you can relax and enjoy the surroundings of your hotel or

take an optional excursion to the Rio Tinto mines.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Faro in Portugal and transfer to your hotel on Isla Canela in Spain

for seven nights half board accommodation. The transfer takes around an hour, but

you have to put your watches on an hour when you cross the Guadiana which is the

border.

Coastal Western Andalucia is defined by its magnificent wetlands of marshes,

shallow rivers and sand dunes. The largest is the Donana Natural Park formed in the

delta of the Guadalquivir. Between here and the Portuguese border, smaller nature

reserves surround the mouths of the Odiel and Piedras rivers near Huelva. On the

border itself where your hotel is, the Rio Guadiana is the major influence on the

ecosystem and feeds the marshes in both countries. Local flora and fauna is always

a major attraction of any walk, and, given the abundance of birdlife in the area, one

of the walks majors on the birdlife of the Rio Piedras.

Days Two to Seven: In resort with three included guided walks. There is plenty to

do in your free time. The front of the hotel looks across to the thriving fishing village

and marina of Punta del Moral. You can have a pleasant stroll around the harbour or

take a little ferry ride across to Isla Cristina. There is also a short signed-posted walk

near the hotel into the Isla Canela ‘Marismas’ (marshes). The rear of the hotel backs

on to the promenade from where there are wooden boardwalks across the dunes

to the beach and the sea which provide a heavenly environment for your morning

constitutional. Walking past the inviting chiringuito (beach bar) might be difficult!

There is a frequent bus service which makes the 5 mile journey to Ayamonte on

the Guadiana river. Ayamonte is a bustling ‘frontier’ town with a compact old centre,

marina and port. The ‘frontier’ is the river and for under 3 euros you can get a return

ferry across to the pretty town of Vila Real de San Antonio in Portugal. If you can find

the time, a complimentary 1 ½ hour circuit of the hotel’s extensive spa facilities is

included for you!

Walk 1: Donana & El Rocio. Travel east by coach past Huelva to the start of your walk

in the Natural Park area of the Donana (67 miles). This walk is through pinewoods

across the dunes to the sea – but dunes here aren’t quite what you think! They are

ancient sand deposits rising to 100m offering great views of the sea and the pine

forests behind. Just over 4 miles with ascent/descent of 75m. You then travel to the

strange town of El Rocio (15 miles away), which seems like something out of the

Tex-Mex West, with clapboard houses, sand covered squares and avenues and rails

to tie your horse to! But this is no tourist movie set - in fact it is a major pilgrimage

site. Your walking guide will take you on a short walk featuring the major sites of this

fascinating town and there is free time for lunch here before returning to your hotel.

Walk 2: The Rio Piedras and Flecha del Rompido Nature Reserve. 30 mile transfer to

the beginning of your walk. You will need your binoculars today. You visit the marshes

of El Rompido doing a level walk through the pinewood, the salt marsh and a fish

farm. The area is full of birds and wildflowers and the headland where the lighthouse

is located offers one of the most beautiful views of the estuary. This 5 mile walk

ends in the attractive fishing village of El Rompido where there is plenty of free time

for lunch. Or, bring a packed lunch and take a ferry trip on your own across to the

10 mile long sandspit and swim in the open sea. Several protected species live in

the dunes of the singular sandspit in a special ecosystem: among others the Stone

Curlew, Kentish Plover, Dartford Warbler and the European Chameleon. You return to

the hotel by coach, arriving back at approx. 1630.

Walk 3: Alcoutim & the Guadiana River. We head across the river by coach to Portugal

and north to Alcoutim (33 miles).The picturesque river town of Alcoutim has a Spanish

twin right on the other side, Sanlucar de Guadiana. The circular walk goes along the

river´s edge using the “Via Algarviana”, a trail that crosses the whole Algarve and

then through reforested pine wood and Mediterranean oaks. 5.3 miles and ascent/

descent about 150m. You have time to visit the castle in Alcoutim and lunch before

taking a lazy 3 hour boat cruise down the beautiful Guadiana river to Ayamonte.

During your stay in Isla Canela there is also an optional excursion to the Rio Tinto

Mines. There has been mining in the hills 80 miles north-east of Isla Canela for over

5000 years. In the museum in the town of Rio Tinto there is an excellent re-creation

of the Roman mine. There is British influence in many parts of Spain but nowhere as

pronounced than in this remote corner of Andalucia. The pinnacle of mining in the

area began in 1873 with the arrival of the British Rio Tinto Mining Company Ltd who

paid £3.68 million for the rights to exploit the disused copper mines. The company

employed up to 20,000 men, laid 300km of rail track, built houses for employees and

management, a protestant church and a Social Club which had a cricket team and

introduced football to Spain. The museum is housed in the company’s hospital and

its offices are now the town hall. Highlight of the tour is the rail journey through the

open cast mines where you’ll see an amazing ‘Martian’ landscape with the red (bright

red!) Rio Tinto river running through it.

Day Eight: Transfer back to Faro Airport for your flight home. You can put your watch

back an hour after crossing the river.

YOUR HOTEL

HOTEL PLAYAMARINA SPA HHHH, Punta del Moral, Isla Canela

(seven nights)

An excellent hotel in a quiet position located between the beach and the

marina on Punta del Moral. The hotel has a buffet restaurant with show

cooking, indoor and outdoor pool. There is also a spa (a free 1 ½ circuit

is included for you), bar and entertainment on most evenings. Rooms

have bath with shower over and separate shower and wc, hairdryer, LCD

tv, air-conditioning, ceiling fan and safe (chargeable), terrace or balcony.

Free Wi-Fi in reception (30 mins) – chargeable in room.

(www.playasenator.com/en/hoteles/playamarina/)

Extend your holiday – extra week available in Isla Canela


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8 days from £719 April, June & October

The Valleys of Roussillon

This holiday offers excellent walking in the hills of the Roussillon area of southwest France, sometimes called French

Catalonia – it only became French in the 17th century. There is a great affinity between the ‘French’ and ‘Spanish’

Catalans, and your holiday includes a stay in both French and Spanish Catalonia. Also included in the holiday is a visit to

Dali’s eccentric theatre-museum in Figueras - a mind-expanding sort of place! – and some time in the wonderful city of

Barcelona. In short, this is a unique opportunity to walk in, and discover, one of the most fascinating parts of Europe and

to enjoy the sunshine of the Mediterranean at the same time!

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Reus or Barcelona. On arrival transfer to your

coastal hotel for two nights half board accommodation. Transfer time

50 minutes.

Day Two: Optional half-day excursion to the Roman city of Tarragona

where you can see the amphitheatre, port and beach and stroll through

the medieval centre. Under the Romans, Tarragona was the capital of

the Province of Northern Spain and home to the Emperor Augustus – a

Temple in his honour stood on the site of the current Cathedral.

Day Three: Today you depart for France. En route you make a stop in

Dali’s home town of Figueras, close to the French border, and home to

his surreal (in the truest sense!) theatre-museum (entrance included).

The Dali Museum is one of the most-visited museums in Spain…and

with its luminous-egg façade, it is not just the interior that seems to

want to stretch your mind! From there it is just an hour to your hotel in

Amélie-les-Bains, in the spectacular Vallespir valley, where you have

four nights half board accommodation.

Days Four to Six: In Amélie with three included walks.

Walk 1: The Tech Valley and Arles. You head inland, taking a path

which rises gently behind Arles-sur-Tech, whose narrow streets cluster

around its 8th century abbey. You will have time to explore here before

returning to Amelie along the river. 5.3 miles, 105m of ascent/descent.

Walk 2: The High Vallespir. You travel 40 minutes further up the

Vallespir Valley to the fortified village of Prats de Mollo. A little further

on lies the Spanish border at Col d’Ares, where you start your 3 hour

walk on the ‘Cami de la Retirada’ – the Refugees’ Way that many

followed out of Spain during the Civil War. You will also walk up to

Vauban’s impressive Fort Lagarde, and take in the village church with

its impressive altarpiece. Prats de Mollo stands on the side of the

impressive Mount Canigou, snow-capped for much of the year, and

with forests and mountain meadows abounding. 4.5 miles, 800m

descent with 100m ascent/descent to the fort.

Mackintosh for many years, before continuing to the artists’ resort of

Collioure, a port since Roman times. The spectacular Chateau-Royal

is worth a visit, and reproductions of works by artists who painted

in Collioure (Matisse and Derain in particular) will be found on the

quaysides. 6 miles, 300m of ascent/descent.

Day Seven: Today you journey back south to the Costa Dorada for

the last night of your holiday, which is again on a half board basis.

En route a stop will be made in the exciting city of Barcelona, capital

of Catalonia. Ramble(!) down the Rambla and you will find pavement

artists and buskers, stalls selling all kinds of bric-a-brac - an avenue

bursting with life and colour. Or you can visit the weird and wonderful

cathedral of the Sagrada Familia - Gaudi’s masterpiece.


flight.

YOUR HOTELS

NUBAHOTEL HHHH, Coma-Ruga. (first two and last nights)

See Page 9 for hotel description.

HOTEL DE LA REINE AMELIE HHH, Amélie-les-Bains (four nights)

In the rugged Vallespir Valley, alongside the River Tech, Amelie is a spa

town 20 miles from the coast and surrounded by pleasant mountain

scenery. The hotel has a bar, lounge area, restaurant and comfortable

bedrooms with private bath/shower, wc, tv, free wifi, and phone. Some

have a balcony too. (www.reineamelie.com)



Walk 3: The Vermilion Coast. You travel 45 minutes to the coast at

Banyuls sur Mer, for a four - hour coastal walk following the ‘Customs

Agent’s Path’. You make a stop in Port Vendres - home to Rennie




Tuscany & Liguria

Your base in Marina di Pietrasanta, on the Tuscan coast, is quieter than some of its neighbours but just as attractive. Your

holiday includes three contrasting walking excursions: to the stunningly beautiful ‘Gulf of Poets’, just across the border

in Liguria, haunt of, among others, Byron and Shelley; along the river to Lucca; and in the Serchio valley in the Apuan

Alps – the ‘Marble Mountains’, whose stone is so prevalent in the cathedrals and baptisteries of the major Tuscan cities.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Pisa and a short transfer to your hotel for seven

nights half board accommodation in Marina di Pietrasanta.

Marina di Pietrasanta: the modern beach resort is 3km from the old

town of Pietrasanta, and has shops, bars, restaurants and pier. The

resort centre is 700m from your hotel, and there is a regular bus

service to Viareggio and beyond which stops near the hotel.

Days Two to Seven: In resort with three included walking excursions.

Walk 1: Along the river to Lucca. Coach transfer via Puccini’s Torre del

Lago (he called it Paradise) to Ripafratta, from where you walk along

the river to historic Lucca. On your route you will see villages with

impressive towers, and woods. In Lucca you walk along the ramparts

and have a little free time to explore. You return to your hotel by train

(25 minutes) and coach (15 minutes). 7 miles, almost level.

YOUR HOTEL

HOTEL JOSEPH HHH, Marina di Pietrasanta. (seven nights)

The Hotel Joseph, recently-refurbished, offers spacious lounge areas,

lift, bar, restaurant, terraces, and outdoor pool area with terrace and fine

views of the Versilia Coast. There is a wellness centre, with treatments

available (charges apply). Bedrooms are in two adjacent buildings, and

have shower, wc, safety deposit box and wifi. Twin rooms also have

balcony. (www.hoteljoseph.net)



Walk 2: Rail & Trail, the Serchio valley. You begin with a coach transfer

direct to the station at Aulla, in the Apuan Alps (32 miles, mainly

motorway). From there you take the 40-minute train journey through

the mountains to Piazza al Serchio. Your walk is approx. 6 miles to the

station at Poggio along the side of the valley (ascent/descent 150m),

through pastureland and chestnuts, with views towards old villages

and the Apuan Alps beyond. You return to your hotel by coach – time

permitting, there will be a stop in Lucca en route. Please note that, if

the train is not operating for any reason, a different walking excursion

will be arranged.

Walk 3: The Gulf of Poets. You have a 30-minute transfer north to

the village of Ameglia, at the mouth of the River Magra. From the old

hilltop village the walk takes you through the Montemarcello-Magra

Natural Park towards the maritime village of Tellaro, on the Gulf of

Poets. Tellaro is on the list of the ‘Most beautiful villages of Italy’: the

colourful fishermen’s houses cluster close to St George’s church. You

continue on to Lerici, with its 12th century castle (worth the climb to

get the view towards Portovenere and the offshore islands). You will

have time to explore Lerici before the return to your hotel. The walk is

6 miles, with 300m of ascent and descent.

An optional excursion to Florence by coach and rail will be available.

Day Eight: Free time until your transfer to Pisa airport and your flight

home.



8 days from £919 June & September

Monte Isola & the Camonica Valley

Italy’s other beautiful lake is Lake Iseo: smaller than its more famous neighbours (15 miles long), but just as perfectlyformed!

Nestling amid the scenic mountains, in a bay at the gorgeous Northern end of the lake is the resort of Lovere.

You will walk in the hills close to Lovere, and travel by boat and scenic railway to walk in the UNESCO-listed Valcamonica

area, and on Italy’s largest lake island, the appropriately named Monte Isola, ‘Mountain Island’ – it rises a full 420m above

Iseo’s shimmering waters.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Bergamo or Malpensa Airports. Transfer to

your resort of Lovere (40 minutes from Bergamo, 90 minutes from

Malpensa) for seven nights half board accommodation.

Lovere: Set on a bay of Lake Iseo, with a semi-circle of mountains

behind, the setting is wonderful. A member of ‘I Borghi Piu Belli

d’Italia’, ‘Italy’s Most Beautiful Villages’, this pretty little town of 5000

people has Italian-style arcaded streets, but with Swiss-style wooden

overhanging roofs. Along the lakeside are grand old palaces, a modern

yachting marina and a good selection of shops, bars and restaurants.

Climbing up into the old town, you are soon in an old-fashioned Italy

of shady squares and ancient church towers. There is good public

transport for getting around on local buses and a boat service which

links Lovere with Pisogne (15 minutes trip), which has a railway station

on the line between Brescia and Edolo.

Days Two to Seven: At leisure in resort with three included walking

excursions. Optional excursions, including historic Bergamo, and a

scenic trip to St Moritz aboard the Bernina Express Train, will also be

available.

Walk 1: You walk from the hotel, climbing into the hills behind Lovere.

The destination is St John’s Sanctuary, from where there are great

views of the lake. Return via a different route, through a grove of

chestnut trees, passing the village of Sellere. 6½ miles, 420m of

ascent and descent.

the valley. You then walk down to Capo di Ponte where you have free

time to explore and lunch. After lunch you walk from Capo di Ponte

(or Co de Put in the local dialect!) to the medieval villages of Cemmo

and Pescarzo and back down – 5 miles, 300m of ascent/descent. You

return to Lovere firstly by train to Pisogne and then by ferry arriving

back in Lovere at 1730 approx.

Day Eight: Free time until your departure to the airport. Depending

on flight times, there may be time for a spot of last-minute shopping

en route.

YOUR HOTEL

HOTEL LOVERE HHHH, Lovere, Lake Iseo (seven nights)

This hotel has 55 rooms. Standard rooms have private bath/shower,

wc, tea/coffee making facilities, telephone, satellite tv and minibar.

Classic rooms with balcony and Superior rooms with balcony and partial

lake view are available at supplements. The hotel has a restaurant,

bar, gym, and terraces with view of the lake. There is also a spa area

(charges apply) with indoor pool, Sauna, Turkish Bath, Hydrojet, etc.

(www.hotellovere.it)



Walk 2: You travel slowly down the lake by boat, calling in at five

lakeside villages, en route to Monte Isola – journey time 75 minutes.

You walk 7 miles on Monte Isola, circling the island and climbing

420m to the summit at Madonna della Ceriola. The island has 2000

inhabitants and is also in the list of ‘Italy’s Most Beautiful Villages’. At

around 1600 you return to Lovere by boat.

Walk 3: Depart by coach to the Naquane Archaeological Park (20

miles). First you visit the Naquane Archaeological Park (entrance fee

included) – there are 2 miles of paths here, amid stone carvings of

animals and people dating from 3000 BC. There are good views over



8 days from £859 April to June, September

The Italian Riviera & Monte Carlo

The holiday base is Bordighera, on the coast 18 miles to the east of Monte Carlo. The British have enjoyed strolling in and

around Bordighera since the 19th century – so much so it was an enclave where the local Italians were a minority. Today,

Bordighera is an extremely pleasant resort whose climate and scenery can be enjoyed in much the same as visitors of

yesteryear. It was also a favourite resort of Claude Monet who stayed ten weeks here and painted thirty five landscapes in

Bordighera and the neighbouring hills. There are three guided walks including one from Menton to Monte Carlo.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Nice and transfer to your hotel (45-minutes) hotel in

Bordighera for seven nights half board accommodation.

Days Two to Seven: In Bordighera with three included walks. On

Day 2 there is a late morning walking tour pointing out the highlights

of the town.

Walk 1: Bordighera to Sasso & the Princedom of Seborga. For this walk

you start at the hotel on the seafront in Bordighera, passing through

the old town, before following an old watercourse through a valley of

palm trees to the pretty hamlet of Sasso. You then take the old road to

the village of Seborga, a historical curiosity: it is claimed that following

its omission from a series of treaties, it is not officially part of Italy!

9 miles there and back, with ascent/descent of 500m. If you wish to

walk a shorter distance, you can catch the local bus back from Sasso

or Seborga to Bordighera.

Walk 2: Taggia to the artists’ village of Bussana Vecchia. Coach

transfer to Taggia, which claims to be home to Italy’s longest medieval

bridge. You walk through the old town, and then climb through smart

villas, olive trees and greenhouses, following the old road and country

paths as far as Old Bussana - one of those ‘must-see’ places. What

was a completely empty village following the 1887 earthquake has

become home to a Bohemian artist community which took root in the

1960’s - not without controversy. 5 miles, 250m ascent.

Walk 3: Monte Carlo or Bust! You travel by coach to Menton, where

you walk up to Roquebrune village, before descending towards Monte

Carlo. Roquebrune, on Mont Gros, is a favourite place for hang-gliders,

and has fine views of Monte Carlo. Time permitting, you will have time

to explore a little of the Principality before you re-join the coach to

return to Bordighera, just 18 miles away. 7 miles, 200m of ascent/

descent.

the station, with services to Ventimiglia, and to San Remo and beyond.

There are also local bus services.

There will also be an optional excursion to the Nervia Valley. You drive

through Camporosso, a pretty village, and stop in medieval Dolceaqua,

dominated by the Dorias’ Castle. The bridge, over the Nervia river,

was painted by Monet in 1884. You will visit the ‘Visionarium’ – it will

surprise you, we promise! You continue up the valley to Pigna, a pretty

mountain village.

Day Eight: Free time until you depart for the airport. Dependent on

traffic conditions and flight timings, there may be time for some lastminute

shopping in Nice en route.

YOUR HOTEL

HOTEL PARIGI HHHH, Bordighera (seven nights)

This comfortable hotel is family-run and stands right on the seafront

promenade, just a short stroll from the town centre. Rooms have

flatscreen tv with satellite channels, air-conditioning, private bath or

shower, wc and hairdryer. Although the railway line passes 20 metres

behind the hotel, there are very few trains overnight and in any case

rooms are double-glazed. The holiday price is based on hill view

rooms. Side and full sea view rooms are available at a supplement.

(www.hotelparigi.com) Free one hour session in the hotel wellness centre.



In your free time there are several walking opportunities in the town

itself. One takes you to the scenes of several of Monet’s paintings.

Another is a one mile walk along the Lungomare Argentina – the

colourful flower-filled promenade along the beach and the longest

pedestrian promenade on the Riviera. It was inaugurated by Eva Perón

whose husband had visited Bordighera in 1947. On Thursday there is a

market on the seafront near the hotel. Your hotel is handily situated for




The Cinque Terre, Portofino & Lake Maggiore

This Italian holiday takes you to the millionaires’ haunts of Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure (where you spend four

nights), and takes in the spectacular landscapes of the Cinque Terre and Lake Maggiore. Along the way you will travel on

the picturesque ‘Three Valleys Railway’ into the heart of Columbus’ maritime city of Genoa.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Milan, transfer to your hotel on Lake Maggiore for

two nights half board accommodation. Transfer times from Malpensa

and Bergamo are 30 minutes and 1 ½ hours respectively.

Day Two: Half-day walking excursion. You walk to catch the train up

the lake. From the station at Fondotoce, you ascend 150m to the little

hamlet of Montorfano, which has stunning views over Lake Maggiore.

You continue down a gently sloping path to Mergozzo, a small village

on the shores of its own little lake. There is time to explore this typical

village and have lunch. You catch the train back from here. A gentle

walk, approx 2 hours, 150m climb and descent.

Day Three: Today you travel south by private coach to the Riviera

di Levante. Your first stop is Vercelli, a historic town surrounded by

paddy-fields (rice is exported worldwide from here). You continue

south, stopping for lunch en route, before you arrive at Casella, north

of Genoa, to board the ‘Three Valleys Train’.

In Genoa you will see something of the restored port and old city centre

before you complete your journey by coach to the chic resort of Santa

Margherita Ligure, where you spend four nights on a half board basis.

Santa Margherita lies in a sheltered bay, close to Portofino. Its harbour

is home to many gin-palace luxury yachts. All of this is close to your

hotel. Total today 160 miles, mainly motorway.

Days Four to Six: In Santa Margherita with included walking

excursions to the Cinque Terre and Portofino, and a free day.

Cinque Terre: The spectacular coastline, hills and villages landscapes

of the Cinque Terre are UNESCO-listed and within the National Park,

where the mountains drop almost vertically into the sea. Road access

is very limited. You walk to the station in Santa Margherita (600m) and

take the train to Monterosso (one hour), in the Cinque Terre. After a tour

of the old medieval town, you walk to the next village, Vernazza. The

trail is narrow; there are many steps built by the local farmers to get to

their vineyards and lemon groves. The walk takes about 2 ½ hours with

an ascent/descent of 300m. Once you reach Vernazza, you have time

for lunch and to enjoy the best-known town of the National Park. You

then continue by train to Manarola (7 minutes) to visit the village and

walk a short but spectacular loop (ascent/descent 100m) called “The

Vineyards Trail” with breathtaking views of the town and coast. After

some free time, you travel back to Santa Margherita by train.

The destination for your third walk is Portofino. You start your day

with a walk through Santa Margherita Ligure, admiring its beautiful

baroque church and the garden of Villa Durazzo. At the end of the

sea promenade you take an old mule path up through the woods

for excellent views of the bay. You continue through the woods to

the most spectacular section of the walk, overlooking all the Tigullio

Gulf from Sestri Levante (12 miles distant) to Portofino. The trail goes

through a valley of the ancient olive mills to finally reach Portofino.

Actual walking time is about 3 hours, 4 miles, with 200m of ascent/

descent, but you take all morning, with a lunch break in the valley of

mills and arrive in Portofino in the early afternoon. Portofino’s colourful

hotchpotch of fisherman’s houses embraces its harbour and the luxury

craft of the nearby villa-owners. Above the harbour is Brown’s Castle,

and there are good views from the church. Weather permitting, you

return to Santa Margherita by boat (15 minute trip). If the seas are too

choppy, you return by public bus service.

Day Seven: You leave Santa Margherita and travel north, following a

slightly different route to take in the cathedral city of Pavia. You arrive

at Lake Maggiore in the afternoon, for one night, again on a half board

basis. Total today 152 miles, mainly motorway.


flight.

YOUR HOTELS

HOTEL MILAN SPERANZA AU LAC HHHH, Stresa (first two and

last nights)

This four-star hotel is in two adjacent buildings in the centre of Stresa,

overlooking the lake and opposite the boat station. The Speranza has a

pleasant street-front café while the Milan houses the hotel restaurant. All

rooms have bath or shower, wc, hairdryer and satellite tv. Lake view rooms

are available at a supplement. Milan Sperenza guests have use of the

swimming pool at the nearby Hotel Regina Palace. (www.milansperanza.it)

HOTEL JOLANDA HHH, Santa Margherita Ligure (four nights)

The Hotel Jolanda is ideally located in a quiet street in the heart of Santa

Margherita, just 200 yards from the pedestrianised town centre. The

boat stop and railway station are 8-10 minutes walk away. Rooms are

comfortably furnished with bath/shower, wc, hairdryer, minibar, safety box,

and satellite tv. There is a garden area, fitness room, safe, spa area and wifi

(charges apply to the last two). (www.hoteljolanda.it)






Elba & Tuscany

Napoleon was famously banished to Elba, before he returned to…meet his Waterloo. An extremely nice place to be exiled

to! Like him, you will travel across to one of Europe’s most enchanting islands where, on two guided walks, you will

wonder why he ever wanted to leave! But leave you must, too - to enjoy some of the scenic landscapes and beautiful cities

in Tuscany. Visits to ‘spooky’ Volterra and magnificent Siena are included. From your base in the old city of Prato there is

a third guided walk and mighty Florence is also easily accessible.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Pisa. There is a short transfer to Livorno, Tuscany’s

second city, which has a Medici Fortress and mercantile ‘Little Venice’ area,

for one nights bed and breakfast accommodation.

Day Two: After breakfast, depart Livorno and head inland to Volterra, 45

miles away, an ancient walled town on a hilltop dominating the rolling

Tuscan countryside, with medieval and Renaissance buildings, Roman

theatre, forum and baths. D.H. Lawrence called Volterra ‘an inland island’,

and the popular vampire novel ‘New Moon’ (part of the Twilight Saga) was

set there – you can see why!

In the afternoon, you leave Volterra and drive to Piombino, 55 miles away,

to board the roll-on, roll-off ferry to Elba, less than 10 miles offshore – the

crossing takes just under an hour.

You continue the short distance to your hotel in Procchio for three nights

half board accommodation. Your hotel is in a quiet location on the beautiful

bay of Procchio on the north coast of the island, seven miles west of

Portoferraio.

Days Three and Four: From Procchio you have two included walking

excursions:

Walk 1: Elba’s West: Short coach transfer to Zanca, at a height of 300m on

the west coast of Elba, from where you walk down to Sant Andrea beach

(about 40 minutes). After a break, you walk down to the resort of Marciana

Marina with superb sea views as you go (about 3 hours, 4 miles, 100m

ascent/descent). After free time in Marciana Marina, you return to your hotel.

Walk 2: Elba’s South: Short coach transfer to the narrow Stella peninsula,

on the south coast. Your first path starts from the village of Lacona and

winds up 100m through wonderful Mediterranean vegetation (40 minutes),

with umbrella pines and eucalyptus prominent. After taking in the stunning

views, you retrace your steps and follow a different path around the

peninsula – a further 3 hours walk. There is free time in the village of Lacona

for lunch, after which there is a coach transfer to the island’s harbour town

of Portoferraio (time to climb to the fortress if you wish) and thence to

Procchio. Distance walked approx. 6 miles, ascent/descent 250m.

Day Five: Today you leave Elba and return to mainland Tuscany. You stop in

Siena before continuing to the walled city of Prato (total today 150 miles).

Siena is best known as the city of the spectacular bareback Palio Horse

race. The race takes place on the spectacular, shell-shaped Piazza del

Campo. St Catherine of Siena is, with St Francis, one of Italy’s two patron

saints – her head was supposedly smuggled out of Rome and is stored in

the church of St Dominic: and don’t miss the cathedral, one of Italy’s most

stunning Gothic churches.

You continue to Prato, just 10 miles from Florence (frequent train services

take 25 minutes), historic in its own right, and well worth taking time to

visit, but fortunately without the great Florentine tourist flows! Although

Prato is an important modern centre for textiles, the old town within the

walls is a world apart – a lovely place to stroll and enjoy the real Italy. Your

hotel is just a few steps from the town walls, so it’s easy to explore. Three

nights in Prato on a bed and breakfast basis.

Days Six and Seven: Free in Prato, with an included half day walking tour

of the old city and an included walking excursion. Otherwise you are free

in Prato – why not catch the local train to Florence, or to Pistoia, another

attractive nearby town. Both are just 20 minutes train ride, or 5 euros away!

Walk 3: You meet your guide at the hotel and catch the local bus just

out of town, to S.Lucia di Prato and walk through a rocky landscape with

springs and caves. There are views of the river valley, old villages and

woodlands. After your walk, you catch the bus back to town, for lunch and

a free afternoon. The walk is about 4 miles with ascents/descents of 350m.

Day Eight: Free time until your transfer to airport and your flight home.

Depending on flight times, there may be time for some last minute

shopping/sightseeing en route.

YOUR HOTELS

HOTEL GRAN DUCA HHHH, Livorno (one night)

The first night is spent at the Gran Duca in the centre of Livorno, overlooking

the harbour. As well as a piano bar it has a first class restaurant (there

are plenty of less expensive bars and restaurants nearby). Rooms are

air-conditioned with bath/shower, wc, tv and fridge. (www.granduca.it)

HOTEL BRIGANTINO HHH, Procchio, Elba (three nights)

A pleasant, family-run hotel 250m from the beautiful Procchio beach and a 15

minute walk to the small town centre. The hotel is set in attractive grounds and

has a bar, lounge, reading room, restaurant and outdoor pool. Bedrooms have

balcony, tv, shower and wc. The hotel has an agreement with a private area

on the beach where sun loungers and parasols are free to hotel guests (May to

September). (www.hotelbrigantino.com)

ART HOTEL MILANO HHHH, Prato (three nights)

The hotel is very handily situated close to medieval centre (the magnificent

13th century Palazzo Pretorio re-opened in late 2013 after a 20-year

restoration) the other side of the river to the train station. The hotel has a lobby

bar and breakfast room. Bedrooms have air conditioning, direct dial phone,

hairdryer, free wi-fi connection, safe, digital tv. (www.arthotel-milano.it)





8 days from £969 May, September & October

Lake Maggiore

This holiday includes a week on Lago Maggiore, Italy’s second largest lake, which stretches north from Lombardy and up

into Switzerland. It lies, sheltered, on the south side of the Alps, making for a mild climate and consequent lush vegetation,

with Mediterranean and exotic flora, including azaleas, rhododendrons and camellias. Maggiore is, in our view, much more

scenic than, for example, the much larger Lake Garda to the East.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Milan, transfer to your hotel on Lake Maggiore

for seven nights half board accommodation. Transfer times from

Malpensa, Linate and Bergamo are 30 minutes, 1 hour and 1 hour 30

minutes respectively.

DAYS TWO TO SEVEN: On Lago Maggiore with 3 included walking

excursions. Your base is Stresa, half way up the lake, which was put

on the 19th century ‘Grand Tour’ map by Napoleon’s widening of the

access road to the Simplon Pass – illustrious visitors came to enjoy the

lakeside villas and health-giving waters. The lakeside promenade near

the hotel allows for a pleasant stroll to the pretty town centre - around

the main Piazza there is a good range of shops, bars, and restaurants,

and from the art nouveau ‘imbarcadero’ boats and steamers traverse

the lake on a regular basis (various types of tourist ticket are available).

Walk 1: Suna, the ‘Portofino of the Lake’, and Cavandone. Across the

bay lies Suna, the most evocative part of Verbania. You travel there by

local bus and begin your walk through the clustered medieval village

houses, linked by seemingly random arched passageways. You then

follow a mule track past orchards, fine old villas, a 14th century tower

and a chapel, from where there are lovely views out over the lake

towards the Borromean islands and the Alps beyond. Passing through

a chestnut grove, you reach the hamlet of Cavandone, the ‘Village of

Stone Carvings’, returning to Suna by a different route. 5 miles, 265m

of ascent/descent.

There will also be a fourth, optional walk. On your free days, there

is lots to see. Don’t miss the magnificent Borromean Palace on Isola

Bella, and the Villa Taranto, with its wonderful garden, created by the

Scottish captain Neil MacEacharn. Optional coach excursions are also

available.

Day Eight: Free time until you depart for the airport for your flight

home.

YOUR HOTEL

HOTEL MILAN SPERANZA AU LAC HHHH, Stresa (seven nights)

This four-star hotel is in two adjacent buildings in the centre of Stresa,

overlooking the lake and opposite the boat station. The Speranza has a

pleasant street-front café while the Milan houses the hotel restaurant. All

rooms have bath or shower, wc, hairdryer and satellite tv. Lake view rooms

are available at a supplement. Milan Sperenza guests have use of the

swimming pool at the nearby Hotel Regina Palace. (www.milansperanza.it)



Walk 2: The Western Lake/Monte alle Croci. You take the train to Lesa

(a 12-minute journey), and climb gradually towards Comnago – there

are views to Angera castle, over on the other side of the lake. Passing

the Maria Assunta Chapel you climb through the wood to reach the

summit of Monte alle Croci, with a wonderful panorama of the lake.

Return is by a different route, partly on a road and partly on a mule

track. 6 miles, 420m of ascent/descent.

Walk 3: The Chestnut route: Belgirate to Stresa. You catch the train

to Belgirate, 10 minutes away, and follow a route through the woods

above the lake, climbing towards the villages of Falchetto and Passera

before descending into Stresa. 5 miles, 260m of ascent/descent.



8 days from £949 May, September & October

Crete - Coast & Mountains

Crete, the largest Greek island, offers a wide range of attractions: from sandy beaches to spectacular walks through

gorges and ravines - there is something here for everyone! The island’s history – from the Minoan civilisation of 2000BC

onwards - is remarkable. Crete has amazing landscapes, with opportunities for walks taking in some of the main historical

and natural sights, such as the Saint George Ravine and Spinalonga. This two-centre walking holiday will get you close to

the real heart of this wonderful island from the Gulf of Mirabello in the east, to the Botanical Park in the west.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Heraklion. 20-minute transfer to your hotel in Gouves

for three nights half board accommodation.

Day two: At leisure in Gouves, or you can take an optional excursion in

the afternoon to see the ancient ruins of the Minoan Palace of Malia.

Day three: Walk 1. Kroustas and the Gulf of Mirabello. This is a full day

with a guided walk in the morning and guided tour of Spinalonga Island in

the afternoon. After a scenic drive through the spectacular ravine of Saint

George, the walk starts in the narrow streets of the mountain village of

Kroustas. Leaving the village, you enter a cultivated area of almond and

olive trees. The route, which crosses the Kroustas valley and has amazing

views over the Mirabello Gulf, ends near Pirgos. This is a downhill 4 ½

mile walk with 500m of descent and 50m ascent. At the end of the walk,

you transfer to the coastal village of Elounda, from where you take a

20-minute boat trip across to the Venetian fortress island of Spinalonga -

a leper colony for the first half of the 20th century. After a guided tour of

the island you return to your hotel. 72 miles of coach travel today.

Day four: Today you leave for Rethymnon in the west, for four nights

half-board accommodation, with an included walk en-route.

Walk 2: Ancient Eleftherna. The walk starts near Eleftherna and ends

in the village of Margarites. Using dirt roads and paths in lush, green

scenery, you can see the ruins of Ancient Eleftherna and an amazing

stone bridge well over 2000 years old and still in use. After some free time

for lunch and to explore Margarites with its small ceramic workshops,

you continue to Rethymnon. The walk is 4 ½ miles with 180m ascent and

270m descent. 82 miles by coach today.

Rethymnon has a pleasant beach and resort area, but by contrast with

your first centre, is quite a large town, with 40000 inhabitants, including

a sizeable student population. It has an impressive Venetian fortress and

harbour, and some interesting museums.

Day five: Included morning walking tour of Rethymnon. Walk into town

with your guide via the promenade through the charming old quarter

to the Venetian harbour, and then through narrow streets and squares

with Turkish and Venetian architecture. During this pleasant walk you’ll

see in a local workshop how the Cretan musical instrument, the ‘lyra’, is

made and, at a pastry shop, how to make the wafer-thin phyllo dough for

traditional pastries.

Days six and seven: In Rethymnon with an included walking excursion.

Walk 3: Therisso and the Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete. You travel

towards Chania in the west and then inland via the magnificent green

Therisso Gorge to the village itself and the starting point of the walk. With

the famous White Mountains as a backdrop, the walk takes you through

olive groves near the village of Meskla. 5 ½ miles with 100m ascent

and 300m descent. From here you have a short coach transfer to the

Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete. Here you can walk the peaceful

trails along the hill slope with herbs, shrubs and trees from all over the

world. But don’t be late for your included lunch in the beautiful restaurant

with magnificent views across to the mountains! 106 miles coach travel

today.

There is also the chance to take an optional excursion to Southern Crete.

You visit Phaestos, the second largest Minoan Palace in Crete, on a hill

and overlooking the olive trees and greenhouses of the Messara Plain.

Your lunch-time break is at the seaside village of Matala. It still retains the

charm and character of a quiet fishing village, and the laid-back, hippy

lifestyle of the 60’s and 70’s lives on. Here, you can have a dip in the

Libyan Sea and still have time for a leisurely Cretan lunch at a beach

tavern. On the way back to your hotel you stop in the mountain village of

Spili to see the Kefalovrisi, a series of 25 Venetian lions heads spraying

water from their mouths.

Day eight: Free time until your departure for the airport, just over an

hour away. Depending on flight timings, there may be time for some lastminute

sightseeing en-route.

YOUR HOTELS

ASTIR BEACH HHHH, Gouves (three nights)

The description of the hotel is on page 26.

HOTEL THEARTEMIS PALACE HHHH, Rethymnon (four nights)

The hotel is close to the town’s long sandy beach and boulevard,

and 20 minutes on foot from the old town of Rethymnon. It

consists of 245 well-appointed and recently renovated rooms.

All the rooms are equipped with satellite tv, direct dial telephone,

refrigerator, safety deposit box, bath/shower, wc and hairdryer. The

restaurant offers a variety of Greek and international specialities.

(www.theartemis.gr)

Extend your holiday – extra week available at the Astir Beach.






Crete, Gouves - no single supplement

From your holiday base in Gouves you have three included full day tours with guided walks allowing you to really discover

the beauty and variety of Northern Crete. The scenic Kounavi Gorge, the open-air museum at Lychnostatis, wine tasting,

the amazing views on Mount Ida – these are just a few of the highlights for you to enjoy. And when you’re not appreciating

the magnificent Cretan countryside on a guided walk there is plenty of time to relax and enjoy the facilities of your four

star hotel in Gouves.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Heraklion, short transfer to your hotel for seven

nights half board accommodation in the resort of Gouves.

Days Two to Seven: Free in Gouves with three tours with guided

walks.

Walk 1: The Northern Crete Countryside. After breakfast meet your

local walking guide and depart for an introductory tour of Northern

Crete and its countryside. When you get to the vineyards around the

villages of Skalani and Mirtia your walk starts through the Kounavi

Gorge. A scenic path goes along and over a stream through lush

vegetation and abundant wild flowers and then continues through olive

groves and vineyards. Short coach transfer to the traditional village of

Skalani where you have free time for lunch. The guided walk through

the Kounavi Gorge is approximately 5 miles with ascents/descents of

120m/340m. The day’s tour includes a total of 46 miles by coach.

Walk 2: Traditional Crete. After breakfast you visit the open-air

museum at Lychnostatis which offers an insight into authentic Cretan

life. In a guided tour through the compound you can marvel at Cretan

architecture and the old traditional life style. You then travel into the

Pediados region where your guided walk starts near the village of

Karouzano. The walk covers fertile ground between thousands of olive

trees, with splendid views on the mountain peaks, and passes a church

before reaching the Aposelemis dam near the village of Potamies. You

then have lunch in the mountain village of Avdou-Gonies. The walk is

approximately 5.5 miles with ascents/descents of 140m/140m. The

day’s tour includes a total of 32 miles by coach.

Walk 3: Mount Ida – the East slope. A scenic drive along olive groves

and vineyards brings you to the east slope of Mount Ida, Crete’s

highest mountain. The walk starts near the village of Assites, set in

an agriculture region. During the walk you visit a ceramic workshop

and the Antonios church from where there is a spectacular view of the

narrow gorge. The walk is mostly downhill over dirt roads and paths

between olive trees and vineyards. The walk ends in the village of Siva

where you have a wine tasting. The walk is approximately 6 miles with

ascents/descents of 150m/390m. The day’s tour includes a total of 44

miles by coach.

As well as the included tours there will be a full-day optional tour

showcasing the history, culture and way of life, both in the mountains

and along the coast. You drive west to the village of Tylissos where

a short walk leads to the excavations of the Minoan settlement with

beautiful views over the vineyards to the mountains. After a guided

tour here, you continue by coach 2500ft up the slope of Mt. Psiloritis

to the market town of Anogia for a short visit. Next stop is the Sfedoni

Cave. A guided walking tour (270m) in this impressive cave reveals

countless stalagmites and stalactites with a variety of shapes and

colours in the labyrinthine chambers of the cave.

Day Eight: Free time until departure for the airport and your flight

home.

YOUR HOTEL

ASTIR BEACH HHHH, Gouves (seven nights)

The hotel is situated on the beach in Gouves on the north coast, 10 miles from

Heraklion airport. The hotel is modern in style and has a reception area, lounge

with satellite tv, spacious restaurant/dining room, two elevators, a pool bar, a

snack bar, and a mini market. All of the 179 rooms are equipped with bath or

shower/wc, hair dryer, direct dial telephone, safe box (weekly charge), radio,

satellite tv, mini-fridge and balcony or terrace. Sea view rooms are available at a

supplement. In the hotel grounds you will find a large sun terrace and a smartly

designed freshwater swimming pool. Sporting facilities include volleyball, table

tennis, and minigolf. There is also a gym with steam bath, sauna and whirlpool.

Free wifi in the public areas, chargeable LAN access in the bedrooms. (www.

astirbeach.gr)

Extend your holiday - extra week available at Astir Beach.





8 days from £769 June & September

Poland - Krakow & the High Tatras

Two of Poland’s most spectacular sites, Krakow and Zakopane, are brought together in this holiday of contrasts. Firstly,

the medieval UNESCO-listed university city of Krakow, for centuries Poland’s capital, and hometown of both Chopin and

Pope John Paul II. Your second base is Zakopane, Poland’s highest city, amidst the spectacular Tatra Mountains and

situated 800m above sea level. Zakopane is famous for its unique wooden architecture, featuring pretty, wood-fronted,

19th century villas with high, sloped roofs! Your journey between Krakow and Zakopane will take a little longer than you

might have expected – you will spend 2-3 hours gently meandering through the Dunajec River Gorge on rafts! This will

allow you to fully appreciate the rocky landscapes of the Pieniny Mountains. (Note: the coach continues with your luggage

– if weather conditions dictate, or if anyone prefers, the land route by coach may be used).

PROGRAMME

Throughout the tour you are on a bed and breakfast basis. There is a

wide variety of lunch and dinner options available in all price ranges in

both Krakow and Zakopane. Your representative will be happy to assist

if required, but English is widely spoken

Day One: Flight to Krakow. On arrival you meet our representative

and transfer to your hotel in Krakow for three nights bed and breakfast

accommodation.

Days Two and Three: Included half day walking tour of Old Krakow,

also known as Stare Miasto. There is also an optional afternoon

excursion to the stunning Wieliczka Salt Mine.

Walk 1: From Krakow there is also an included walking excursion. You

travel by local bus for a 5-mile walk in the forested Ojcowski National

Park, Poland’s smallest National Park, located 8 miles north of Krakow.

Ascent and descent of 100m.

Day Four: Today you travel to Zakopane, but instead of doing all the

journey by road, you take 2-3 hours rafting gently through the stunning

scenery of the Dunajec River Gorge, before arriving at Zakopane, in the

heart of the Tatra Mountains. Four nights are spent here on a bed &

breakfast basis.

Days Five to Seven: In Zakopane, with two included guided walks.

Walk 2: You take the local bus to walk through a glacial valley (Malej

Laki) to Kondracka Pass, at a height of 1725m. You descend the valley

towards Zakopane. The walk is about 9 miles with a climb and descent

of 700m each.

Walk 3: You travel out of Zakopane by bus to start your walk near to

the Slovakian border. The walk follows a trail through Hala Gasienicowa

alpine meadow (1500m) and then back to Zakopane. The walk is about

8 miles and with 300m of ascent and 650m of descent.

While staying in Zakopane you also have the opportunity to cross

the border into Slovakia, Poland’s southern neighbour, on an optional

excursion. The High Tatra Mountains straddle the Polish-Slovakian

border, and you will be able to experience the fantastic scenery from

a different perspective – the cable car from Stary Smokovec to the

mountain town of Hrebienok, at an altitude of 1200m. There is the

chance to take a walk along marked paths to the scenic waterfalls of

the area.

Day Eight: Free time until your departure transfer to the airport and

your return flight home. Depending on flight times, there may be some

time in Krakow en route to the airport.

YOUR HOTELS

Hotel Wyspianski HHH, Krakow (three nights)

The hotel is named after the famous Polish artist, poet and playwright,

Stanislaw Wyspianski, who once lived in a house at the site of the hotel. It

is located right in the centre of Krakow, the proverbial stone’s throw from

the main square. Rooms are fully equipped with bath/shower, wc, hairdryer,

satellite tv, telephone and radio. There is also a restaurant and a bar. (www.

hotel-wyspianski.pl)

HOTEL WERSAL HHH, Zakopane (four nights)

This hotel is located in a quiet, yet central, area of Zakopane. It has 42 rooms

with bath/shower wc, hairdryer, satellite tv, radio and telephone. There is a

restaurant offering both traditional Polish and international cuisine and a bar

serving hot and cold drinks. (www.hotelwersal.pl)






The Julian Alps of Slovenia, Venice & Trieste

The Italian cities of Venice and Trieste, the coastline of the Venice Gulf and the Julian Alps of Slovenia are the ingredients

for this varied and interesting walking holiday. The ‘Serenissima’ – the ‘most serene’ Venetian republic, governed much of

the Adriatic. The Winged Lion of St Mark, the city’s emblem, can be seen everywhere in the region - look out for it in Trieste

when you travel between Italy and Slovenia. As well as a visit to Venice by night, there is a guided walk down into James

Joyce’s Trieste, another in the mountain resort of Kranjska Gora and a third around beautiful Lake Bled high in the Alps.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Venice or Treviso airports. Transfer to your hotel (40

minutes from Venice airport, one hour from Treviso) for two nights half

board accommodation in Lido di Jesolo, a resort town with 10 miles

of beach.

Day Two: After breakfast, you set off for a full day excursion to nearby

Venice. There is a 40-minute coach transfer to Punta Sabbioni for the

scenic boat trip across the lagoon – you arrive close to Piazza San

Marco. After a walking tour with local guide, you will have time to

explore the world’s most romantic city, the city of canals and islands.

You return to your hotel, again by boat and coach, in time for dinner.

Day Three: Today you drive east towards the border with the former

Yugoslavia. Your main stop today is Trieste, once the major port of the

Habsburg Austro-Hungarian Empire.

Walk 1: This walk starts on a marvellous path from the little town

of Prosecco (famous for its namesake wine) which leads through

the karstic plateau and the cliffs overhanging the Adriatic Sea, with

a detour en-route to Monte Grisa and Vedetta, before arriving at Villa

Opicina passing close to the Emperor Franz I. Obelisk. From there, you

take the hybrid tram and funicular railway to Trieste, where you have

some free time to explore the city where James Joyce lived and wrote

many of his masterpieces. The walk is a little over 3 miles with ascent/

descent of 200m/80m.

After the walk you cross into Slovenia and head for the mountain resort

of Kranjska Gora in the Upper Sava Valley, for four nights half board

accommodation. 218 miles today.

Days Four to Six: In Kranjska Gora with two included walking

excursions and a free day, when an optional excursion into the Austrian

province of Carinthia, with its sparkling blue lakes, will be offered.

Walk 2: Kranjska Gora. Your circular walk climbs to the village of

Srednji Vrh, with great views of the mountains, before descending to

the riverside and returning to Kranjska Gora. 7 miles, 200m of ascent/

descent.

Walk 3: Coach transfer to Lake Bled for two walks. Firstly, you walk

from Bled, passing through unspoilt villages to reach the Vintgar Gorge,

with a boardwalk above the river in its narrow gorge. On returning to

Bled (6 miles so far, fairly level) you have some free time before the

second part of your Bled walking day, undertaking the best-known

walk in Slovenia. This walk (a further 4 miles) has superb views over

Lake Bled, its Castle and to the surrounding mountains. It is level apart

from the climb up to the viewpoint on the hill of Osojnica.

Day Seven: Today you leave Slovenia for Italy. You cross the border

and head to Udine, an interesting city with a long history. A Roman city

in origin, it stands at a crossroads of languages and cultures: a mix of

Italian, Slav and German elements, with a castle and stunning, marble,

Romanesque Duomo. From there you continue back to Lido di Jesolo

for one nights half board accommodation. 153 miles today.

Day Eight: Transfer to the airport for your return flight.

YOUR HOTELS

HOTEL SALUS HHHH, Lido di Jesolo (first two and last nights)

The hotel is a two minute walk from the beach and has a bar, restaurant

and lounge and an outdoor pool. Bedrooms have air-conditioning,

satellite tv, minibar, and a bathroom with shower and hairdryer.

(www.hotelsalus.com)

HOTEL KOMPAS HHHH, Kranjska Gora (four nights)

The hotel lies 200 yards from the village centre. It has a restaurant,

lounge, bar, garden, indoor pool, and comfortable modern bedrooms

with cable tv, phone, safety deposit box, hairdryer, and bath/shower

and wc. There is also a spa (charges apply). The hotel is part of the HIT

hotel group and guests are welcome to avail themselves of the facilities

of nearby sister hotels including the wellness centre (charges apply).

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8 days from £889 May, June & September

Romania – Transylvanian Alps and Bucharest

Transylvania is a land of dramatic mountain scenery, idyllic rural countryside, Saxon medieval towns and villages and, of course, vampires! From

your main base in the medieval merchant town of Brasov, there are two walks in the magnificent alpine landscapes of the Fagaras and Bucegi

ranges, and a third walk in Viscri - a preserved pastoral setting unique to Romania. You also stay in Bucharest where you have a tour of Ceausescu’s

colossal House of the Republic, while Bran Castle, on the way to Brasov, lives up to the eerie, ghoulish image that Bram Stoker’s Dracula evokes.

PROGRAMME

Day One: Flight to Bucharest, transfer to your hotel in the centre of the city

for two nights bed and breakfast hotel accommodation. There are plenty of

restaurants in downtown Bucharest to suit all tastes and budgets. Your Tour

Director will be on hand to assist.

Day TWO: Mid-morning walking tour of Bucharest. Romania’s cosmopolitan

capital is well known for its wide boulevards and fine pre-World War I buildings

that gave it the name of Little Paris. The tour will concentrate on the Old Town

and the Calea Victoriei - Bucharest’s most famous avenue which leads to

the beautiful Romanian Athenaeum, the Royal Palace and Revolution Square.

Bucharest is also known for its stark Communist-era architecture, exemplified

in Ceausescu’s monster House of the Republic, now known as the Palace of

Parliament. A guided tour will show you some of 1,100 rooms of the world’s

largest civilian administrative building.

Day three: Travel north through the Southern Carpathians to Brasov, stopping

en route at Bran Castle. On a rocky outcrop guarding the entrance to a mountain

pass, the castle was built by the Saxons in the late 14th century to defend Brasov

from invasion by the Turks. Inside you’ll find displays of rich Western European

furniture, which Queen Marie, granddaughter of Queen Victoria, purchased in

the 1920s when the castle was used as a royal residence. Continue to Brasov

for four nights bed and breakfast with dinner in a local restaurant this evening.

(126 miles today). Arrival in Brasov will be late afternoon. Your Tour Director will

conduct a short orientation walk of Brasov before dinner.

Days four to six: In Brasov with two included walks. Brasov is a medieval

town with ornate Saxon churches and townhouses. Local legend has it that

when the Pied Piper lured away the children from Hamelin they re-emerged

near Brasov’s main square, Piaţa Sfatului, in the heart of the medieval quarter.

It is one of the finest Baroque squares in Romania. Here you can visit the 15th

century Town Hall, with its quaint Trumpeter’s Tower on top, and the Lutheran

Black Church - the largest Gothic church between Vienna and Istanbul with a

6 tonne bell and a huge organ with 4000 pipes. A great view of the old town is

afforded from Mt Tampa which can be reached by cable car or by a couple of

marked trails.

Walk 1: Viscri. Coach transfer to Mesendorf (57 miles) for the start of the

walk. This 8-mile walk (270m ascent/descent) takes you over the hills and

through the meadows to Viscri. A combination of bulldozing by the Ceausescu

regime and the exodus of the German-speaking population after the fall of

Communism threatened to wipe out the centuries-old Saxon rural heritage in

Transylvania. With the help of benefactors, including Prince Charles, restoration

and preservation schemes have helped save many villages and Viscri is the

most famous example. Barns, cottages, cattle troughs etc. have been repaired

and rustic skills re-introduced. After the walk you have an included lunch in a

local house, time to explore the village and have a tour of Viscri’s UNESCO-listed

fortified church. Under continuous threat of marauding Mongols and Turks, the

Saxons not only fortified their towns, but the villages as well with defensive

works centred around the church.

Walk 2: Transfer by coach to the Balea waterfall. The transfer takes 2 ¼ hours

which is much longer than we would normally undertake. But not only is the

drive worth it, it’s part of the day’s experience. The last 25 minutes of the drive

are on northern part of the Transfagarasan. The few hairpins before the waterfall

will give you an idea why this was voted Top Gear’s ‘best road in the world’. The

really serious bends are after the waterfall, but you see them in all their glory

from the cable car which takes you to Lake Balea at 6,780ft. At the top, the 2.5

mile walk (with ascent/descent of 420m) will take about three hours to complete

before you take the cable car back down for the transfer back to hotel.

During your stay in Brasov there will also be an optional half day excursion

to nearby Harman, where the fortified church is surrounded by a 40ft wall

with seven towers, and Prejmer where the church defences include bastions,

drawbridges and over 270 rooms built into the outer wall in four storeys as

refuge for the village’s families in times of attack.

Day SEVEN: Return to Bucharest. Twenty four miles south of Brasov is the small

mountain resort of Busteni where you start your third walk.

Walk 3: The Bucegi Mountains. This part of the Prahova Valley gained

popularity as a tourist destination at the end of the 19th century when King

Carol I established royal residences in the area. You take the cable car from

Busteni to the Babele station (7,350ft) passing the giant WWI memorial cross on

Mt Caraiman. Babele is famous for its curiously shaped rock formations. With

spectacular views across the valley, your walk takes you south to the Cota 2000

station where you take the cable car down to Sinaia and re-join your coach for

the onward journey to Bucharest (90 miles) for your last night on a bed and

breakfast basis.

Day EIGHT: Free time until your departure for the airport and your flight home.

YOUR HOTELS

HOTEL CAPITOL HHH, Bucharest (first two and last nights)

The historic Hotel Capitol is in an excellent position on Calea Victoriei. Rooms

have free high-speed, wireless Internet, cable tv, individual climate control and

bathroom equipped with bath/shower and hairdryer. The hotel has a restaurant

which is popular with the locals and hotel guests. (www.hotelcapitol.ro/en)

HOTEL COROANA BRASOVULUI HHH, Brasov (four nights)

This small, friendly and modern hotel is in a quiet position but just a 15 minute

walk to Brasov’s main square. The hotel has a pleasant breakfast room and cosy

English bar. Dinner at a local restaurant is included on the first night. Rooms have

tv, wifi, direct dial telephone, shower and hairdryer. (www.coroana-brasovului.ro)





General Information

ITINERARIES AND HOTELS: Accommodation has been reserved in the hotels mentioned,

but we do reserve the right to substitute similar hotels should circumstances dictate. Please

note that at the discretion of the hotels (and their view of the local climate), lido and pool areas,

as well as air-conditioning, may not be operational, and hotels’ charging policies for access

to spas, safety deposits, wifi, etc are always subject to change. Half board normally includes

evening dinner and breakfast. We make group bookings in hotels. In some hotels this will

mean a set menu at dinner with no or limited choice, so please make sure we are aware of any

special dietary requirements. Where house wine is included with dinner, this will be limited in

colour, type and quantity by the hotel! Please refer to Clause 19 of our Booking Conditions for

further information regarding hotels. Hotel check-in times are usually between 2pm and 3pm,

check-out times between 10am and 12 noon on the day of departure. However, times do vary.

Therefore, if you check-in immediately after a night flight this would normally count as one

night’s accommodation. Similarly if your return flight is at night you will normally be required to

vacate your room in the morning prior to leaving for the airport later on. Day rooms are subject

to availability/cost and should be arranged locally with the hotel. The order of visits described

may be subject to change. Where a train or boat journey features in a programme the journey

will be made by road if, for any reason, the train or boat is not operating. Optional excursions

operate at extra cost and are subject to minimum numbers. Changes may be made to the

particulars in this brochure at any time.

WALKS:WALKING GROUPS AND INSURANCE: The walks are designed for regular walkers

of average fitness. If you wish to walk further, our guides will assist you with information on

other walking possibilities in the area. If you wish to stick to shorter distances, some of our

walks can be abridged to suit – though in some instances you may have to pay for a taxi back

to the hotel from a convenient point!

For your comfort and security, and in recognition of the fact that paths in places may be stony

or wet, it is essential that you should have appropriate footwear: either strong walking shoes

or boots (new boots should be broken in) which give ankle support and have soles with a

good grip – walking poles (collapsible to fit inside hold luggage), if you have them, take the

strain off the joints, and are handy if not essential. A light waterproof coat is advisable, as is

sun cream and a hat; binoculars and camera are an extremely good idea, and drinking water

is essential.

The details of the walks are believed correct at the time of printing. However, they may be

amended due to local conditions or substituted with walks of similar content and quality. Similarly

the order of operation of the walks is subject to confirmation. Distances and elevations

should be taken as indicative only and may not agree with local signage nor with GPS systems’

readings, which, as we have found out, do not always agree with each other! Please bear in

mind that while walks are on marked paths, farm tracks and tarmac roads, the different nature

of terrain, vegetation and local standards in the resort areas means that these are often very

different to those you would find in the UK. Vive la difference!

We normally provide a walking guide/assistant guide for every 15-20 walkers. This ratio can

change slightly for operational reasons (e.g. terrain, local regulations, guide availability). When

required, transport to the start point is included. If we use a larger coach to get more than one

walking group to a start point, you may be asked to delay starting out so as to keep walking

groups separate.

Please check with your insurer if in doubt. Our travel insurance covers you for group walks up to

an altitude of 3000m (approx 9850ft). The highest altitude reached on any of our group walks is

2550m (8415ft). If you decide to walk separately from our group, or if you have not taken out our

insurance please ensure your cover is valid, particularly if you are going above 2000m/6560ft.

EXTENDED STAYS: Where it is possible to extend your holiday and have an extra week, all

excursions are planned to take place during the first week. Please note that in some cases

during the second week an emergency contact number will be given in lieu of the services of a

local representative. Naturally, your return airport transfer will be arranged for you.

PRICES: These are subject to change - please see Clause 3 of our Booking Conditions. However,

once we have confirmed your booking, your holiday price is guaranteed. Please

note that optional excursions, porterage, drinks with main meals and travel insurance are not

normally included in the holiday price. In some places tourist taxes are being introduced, which

are paid in resort by hotel guests. These are not included in the holiday price and will have to

be paid by you directly to the hotel. We shall let you know if such taxes apply when you book

or as soon as we become aware if they are introduced after you booked.

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from a tour operator which cares about its customers. You can read comments from some

of the customers our staff looked after so well during the ash crisis in the spring and during

the strikes in France and Spain in the autumn of 2010 at www.preferredts.com. If your homeward

flight is disrupted, we will get you home as soon as possible. If the airline has not made

arrangements for accommodation and meals we shall do so. Please note that in order to offer

this service we rely on your cooperation in dealing with claims for reimbursement from the airline

concerned. Please see clause 18 for our general policy on flight cancellations and delays.

FLEXIBLE ARRANGEMENTS: Obviously the departure dates of our holidays are set and as

advertised. Occasionally extra dates will be added due to demand – please look at our website

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stay behind in your destination country to visit friends, we will try to assist and arrange special

flight arrangements. Please note that for bookings including special flight arrangements there

will be an administration fee of £15 per person, and the deposit payment (non-refundable) will

be £250 per person.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS AND TRAVEL ADVICE: There are no compulsory health requirements

for the countries we visit. For up to date UK government health and travel advice please

visit www.dh.gov.uk/ travellers (020 7210 4850) or check with your GP, practice nurse or travel

health clinic for advice. The Foreign & Commonwealth Office provides up-to-date travel advice

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Your EHIC lets you get state healthcare at a reduced cost or sometimes for free. It will cover

you for treatment that is needed to allow you to continue your stay until your planned return.

The card is not an alternative to travel insurance. It will not cover any private medical healthcare

or costs such as mountain rescue in ski resorts, being flown back to the UK, or lost or stolen

property. Therefore, it is important to have both an EHIC and a valid private travel insurance

policy. Most insurers now insist you hold an EHIC. The EHIC is valid in all European Economic

Area (EEA) countries. The EEA is a free trade zone between countries of the European Union

(EU), Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein. The regulations on access to healthcare in the EEA

also apply in Switzerland. Applying for an EHIC is free of charge. You can apply online at www.

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PASSPORTS/VISAS: Full British passport required. No visa requirements for UK citizens. Nationals

of other countries should consult the appropriate authorities. For visits to countries in the

EU, passports must be valid on the day of return, but you should give yourself some leeway.

Furthermore, requirements for countries outside the EU vary so we suggest you have 6 months

validity from the date of your return to cover all eventualities. Please call us if you would like

information about a specific country. You must have a passport for travel to/from the UK. In

case your passport is lost or stolen overseas, a photocopy of the photograph page will be of

help in obtaining an emergency passport from the Consulate for return travel. Make sure you

are insured for the costs of obtaining an emergency passport. These will be the application fees

but may also include expensive transport costs getting to/from the Consulate.

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and other services) is listed on it. Please see Clause 14 of our booking conditions for further

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travel outside the European Economic Area, controls on data protection may not be as strong

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responsible for your travel arrangements. This applies to any sensitive information that you

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ABOUT US: Preferred Travel Services is an award winning, independently

owned, friendly company whose two directors share more than 60

years of travel industry experience and all this is put to use in designing

holidays which have just the right balance of included visits and free time

to explore on your own. 2018 is the 15th year Preferred Travel Services

has produced a Walking Holidays Collection. Whichever holiday you

choose, you’ll still have time to visit cities and places of interest in some

of Europe’s most picturesque countryside and beauty spots as well as

enjoying included guided walks and the company of like-minded walkers

from all over the UK. Here are just a few comments from some customers

who have travelled with us recently.

Hi... have just returned from a very enjoyable walking in Eastern Andalusia

holiday based in Almunecar and want to praise the work of Manuel the Tour

guide, along with the walking guides. The walks are well thought out and

well balanced throughout the 5 days. This has been my fourth holiday with

you and the high standards and friendly staff continue….

Mr H, Lancs (Eastern Andalucia)

Just to say how much my wife and I enjoyed EVERYTHING! about our twoweek

holiday with PTS at the Nuba Hotel, Coma-Ruga. We shall look with

interest at your programme for next year.

Mr & Mrs M, Northumberland (Catalonia Trails & Rails)

A very good walking holiday - as I now expect from PTS!

Miss M, Sterling (Sierra de Mijas)

Great hotel, food and service. Interesting walks in a lovely part of Mallorca.

Mrs H, Edinburgh

Who knew that Tenerife had such fantastic Walking! The 3 walks were very

different and all were spectacular. Thanks to all.

Mr & Mrs B, Edinburgh

June was an exceptional leader and went far and beyond the call of duty to

make sure everyone was OK.

Miss P, Notts (Portugal – Walking & Birdwatching)

We have just returned from our Preferred Travel walking holiday in the

Valleys of Roussillon. It was an excellent holiday which we thoroughly

enjoyed.………. Both Pau and Christian were outstanding guides, and we really

liked the variety of walks. The whole tour went like clockwork so we’re

now looking forward to next year’s brochure.

Mr & Mrs S, Fife

Overall holiday was excellent and thoroughly enjoyable with very knowledgeable

and interesting walking guides.

Mr M, Glasgow (Costa Blanca)

Hotel overall of a very high standard, meticulously clean. All staff very

friendly….Walking guide was outstanding: ecological knowledge delivered

with enthusiasm.

Mr & Mrs M, Northumberland (Western Andalucia)

All of the walks were very enjoyable. Our guide was excellent and very

knowledgeable about the area, plants and the birds. Brilliant holiday!

Mr & Mrs H, Warks (Menorca – Walking & Birdwatching)

Overall, the holiday was excellent and it is a beautiful part of Italy.

Mr & Mrs C, Devon (Tuscany & Liguria)

EXTEND YOUR HOLIDAY: Holidays are of 7 night duration, but if you would like to spend longer in warmer climes there is the option of an extra week’s relaxation in Crete, Cyprus,

Andalucia, Catalonia, the Algarve, Tenerife and Lanzarote.

FLY DIRECT FROM LOCAL AIRPORTS: We offer holidays flying from over 20 airports across the UK – the vast majority are direct flights. More and more of our customers are using

our range of regional flights to meet up with friends and relatives from other parts of the UK on our holidays – if you would like us to send a brochure to a friend, just ask... or they can

download one at www.preferredts.com.

WALKING GROUPS: Group discounts are available from as few as 10 paying passengers. Larger groups can have exclusive departures with bespoke walking programmes to any

destination in this Collection or elsewhere. Please contact us on 0116 279 3929 or e-mail groups@preferredts.com for further details.

SIGN UP online for our occasional e-mailshots – just select e-mail sign up at www.preferredts.com and add your e-mail address!

READING LIST: Our website www.preferredts.com has a reading list, mostly light reading, suggested by previous travellers and related to the destinations we offer. Please e-mail

tony@preferredts.com if there is something you think we should add to it.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Acknowledgements: Images in our brochures appear courtesy of Turespana; Fototeca ENIT; Distretto Turistico dei Laghi-Stresa (VB); Foto Archivo Agencia

in Liguria; Foto Archivo Provincia di Imperia – Riviera dei Fiori; Tourism Department of Lassithi; MDLF/R – CAST; Turismo de Portugal; Turismo y Deporte de Andalucia; GNTB; Visit

Poland; VisitCyprus; Rafael Lopez-Monne; www.visitandorra.com; Miquel Angel Torro/Turismo Costa del Sol/www.visitacostadelsol.com; l’Office de Tourisme d’Arles; Greek National

Tourist Office/ C_Moustafellou; Oficina de Turisme de Sant Feliu de Guíxols/Alex Tremps, Josep Homs; Bergamo & Lovere Tourist Office/D. Salvia; Almunecar Tourist Board; Walk Hike

Portugal; Top Tours Romania; Turismo de Canarias/Alex Bramwell; Patronat Municipal de Turisme de Tarragona/Alberich Fotògrafs; Associata del Turismo dell’Isola d’Elba/VistElba.info

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Walking Holidays 2018

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Holiday Prices and Insurance Premiums

Prices shown are per person sharing a twin or double-bedded room. Supplements, including single room supplements, are shown

for each holiday. The deposit for each holiday is £125 per person (please refer to How to Book). Insurance premiums are £44.95 per

person under the age of 80 at the date of departure for holidays up to 10 days and £54.95 for two weeks.

Flights

We list all the airports available for each holiday. So if you have friends in other parts of the country who want to join you, you can

check which is the best airport for them. We are even able to arrange for a friend travelling from a different airport to share a twin/

double room with you for the holiday! Just ask us. Please note that while all airports are listed, by no means all of them will be used on

the same date. Transfers to your hotel on arrival will be arranged by coach, minivan or car as appropriate. In the tables which follow for

each holiday, ‘Dep’ times are departure times from the UK airport and ‘Rtn’ times are when you land back.

Flight Details

Airlines and timings are subject to change. Please refer to Clause 6 of the Booking Conditions. Our brochures are printed some time in

advance and, in some cases, before the airline has published its timetable. In these cases timings shown are based on experience of

previous years. While latest known flight timings will be given at the time of booking these can change. Sometimes an airline will add

a new route: when possible, we may add this to our programme. Sometimes routes are withdrawn, in which case we will adjust our

programme and offer alternatives if possible. In-flight meals are not included. Where airlines charge separately for checked baggage,

carriage of one suitcase per person is included in the holiday price. Precise information on baggage allowances will be sent with your

travel documents 10-14 days before departure along with your boarding passes for those airlines where we have checked you in on-line.

Seating Preferences on Flights (including seats together)

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While most airlines allocate seats together on the same booking free of charge, this is not guaranteed, and you could be seated away

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Walking in Cyprus– Akamas Peninsula & the Troodos

Mountains (brochure page 3)

Holiday Code: 7WCY

Q Paphos Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Birmingham 22-Nov-17 Wed Thomson 0950 2035 £789

21-Feb-18 Wed Thomson 0950 1955 £789

21-Nov-18 Wed Thomson 0950 2035 £799

Bristol 22-Nov-17 Wed Easyjet 0800 1820 £789

21-Feb-18 Wed Easyjet 0800 1820 £789

21-Nov-18 Wed Easyjet 0800 1820 £799

Edinburgh 22-Nov-17 Wed Easyjet 1055 2155 £789

21-Feb-18 Wed Easyjet 1055 2155 £789

21-Nov-18 Wed Easyjet 1055 2155 £799

Gatwick 22-Nov-17 Wed Easyjet 0710 1720 £789

21-Feb-18 Wed Easyjet 1255 2320 £789

21-Nov-18 Wed Easyjet 0710 1720 £799

Luton 22-Nov-17 Wed Easyjet 1120 2130 £789

21-Feb-18 Wed Easyjet 1120 2130 £789

21-Nov-18 Wed Easyjet 1120 2130 £799

Manchester 22-Nov-17 Wed Easyjet 1230 2300 £789

21-Feb-18 Wed Easyjet 1230 2300 £789

21-Nov-18 Wed Easyjet 1230 2300 £799

Newcastle 22-Nov-17 Wed Thomson 1000 2105 £789

21-Feb-18 Wed Thomson 1000 2055 £789

21-Nov-18 Wed Thomson 1000 2105 £799

Stansted 22-Nov-17 Wed Ryanair 0945 0920 £789

21-Feb-18 Wed Ryanair 1040 1000 £789

21-Nov-18 Wed Ryanair 0945 0920 £799

Supplements per person:

Single room £0

Sea view per week 2017 £49 2018 £49

Extra week in a single 2017 £450 2018 £460

Extra week in a twin/double 2017 £350 2018 £360

Walking in Tenerife (brochure page 4)

Holiday Code: 7WTE

Q Tenerife Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Aberdeen 04-Nov-17 Sat Thomson 1315 1215 £849

11-Nov-17 Sat Thomson 1315 1215 £839

24-Feb-18 Sat Thomson 1315 1215 £849

10-Mar-18 Sat Thomson 1315 1215 £879

02-Nov-18 Fri Thomson 1315 1215 £869

Belfast Int 03-Nov-17 Fri Thomas Cook 0900 1940 £749

10-Nov-17 Fri Thomas Cook 0900 1940 £739

23-Feb-18 Fri Thomas Cook 0900 1940 £749

09-Mar-18 Fri Thomas Cook 0900 1940 £779


Birmingham 03-Nov-17 Fri Monarch 1310 1715 £729

10-Nov-17 Fri Monarch 1325 1705 £719

23-Feb-18 Fri Monarch 1000 1935 £729

09-Mar-18 Fri Monarch 1000 1935 £759

02-Nov-18 Fri Monarch 1325 1705 £749

Bristol 03-Nov-17 Fri Thomas Cook 1000 1935 £749





Cardiff 03-Nov-17 Fri Thomson 1030 1955 £749

10-Nov-17 Fri Thomson 1030 1955 £739

23-Feb-18 Fri Thomson 1030 1955 £749

09-Mar-18 Fri Thomson 1030 1955 £779

02-Nov-18 Fri Thomson 1030 1955 £769

Doncaster/Shef 03-Nov-17 Fri Thomson 1000 2000 £749

10-Nov-17 Fri Thomson 1000 2000 £739

23-Feb-18 Fri Thomson 1000 0020 £749

09-Mar-18 Fri Thomson 1000 0020 £779

02-Nov-18 Fri Thomson 1000 2000 £769

East Midlands 03-Nov-17 Fri Ryanair 1335 2305 £729

10-Nov-17 Fri Ryanair 1335 2305 £719

23-Feb-18 Fri Ryanair 1335 2305 £729

09-Mar-18 Fri Ryanair 1335 2305 £759

02-Nov-18 Fri Ryanair 1335 2305 £749

Edinburgh 03-Nov-17 Fri Easyjet 1305 2330 £729

10-Nov-17 Fri Easyjet 1305 2330 £719

23-Feb-18 Fri Easyjet 1305 2330 £729

09-Mar-18 Fri Easyjet 1305 2330 £759

02-Nov-18 Fri Easyjet 1305 2330 £749

Exeter 23-Feb-18 Fri Thomson 0725 1645 £749

09-Mar-18 Fri Thomson 0725 1645 £779

02-Nov-18 Fri Thomson 0725 1645 £769

Gatwick 03-Nov-17 Fri Easyjet 0800 1730 £729

10-Nov-17 Fri Easyjet 0800 1730 £719

23-Feb-18 Fri Easyjet 0800 1730 £729

09-Mar-18 Fri Easyjet 0800 1730 £759

02-Nov-18 Fri Easyjet 0800 1730 £749

Glasgow 03-Nov-17 Fri Thomas Cook 0725 1810 £749





Leeds-Bradford 03-Nov-17 Fri Monarch 0615 1605 £729

10-Nov-17 Fri Monarch 0615 1605 £719

23-Feb-18 Fri Monarch 0615 1605 £729

09-Mar-18 Fri Monarch 0615 1605 £759

02-Nov-18 Fri Monarch 0615 1605 £749

Luton 03-Nov-17 Fri Monarch 0710 1550 £729

10-Nov-17 Fri Monarch 0710 1550 £719

23-Feb-18 Fri Monarch 1430 0005 £729

09-Mar-18 Fri Monarch 1430 0005 £759

02-Nov-18 Fri Monarch 0710 1550 £749

Manchester 03-Nov-17 Fri Easyjet 1250 1750 £729

10-Nov-17 Fri Easyjet 1250 1750 £719

23-Feb-18 Fri Easyjet 1250 1750 £729

09-Mar-18 Fri Easyjet 1250 1750 £759

02-Nov-18 Fri Easyjet 1250 1750 £749

Newcastle 03-Nov-17 Fri Thomas Cook 0930 2000 £749





Prestwick 04-Nov-17 Sat Ryanair 0615 1610 £729

11-Nov-17 Sat Ryanair 0615 1610 £719

24-Feb-18 Sat Ryanair 0615 1610 £729

10-Mar-18 Sat Ryanair 0615 1610 £759

02-Nov-18 Fri Ryanair 0615 1610 £749

Southend 04-Nov-17 Sat Easyjet 1140 2120 £729

11-Nov-17 Sat Easyjet 1140 2120 £719

24-Feb-18 Sat Easyjet 1140 2120 £729

10-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 1140 2120 £759

02-Nov-18 Fri Easyjet 1140 2120 £749

Stansted 03-Nov-17 Fri Ryanair 1415 2350 £729

10-Nov-17 Fri Ryanair 1415 2350 £719

23-Feb-18 Fri Ryanair 1415 2350 £729

09-Mar-18 Fri Ryanair 1415 2350 £759

02-Nov-18 Fri Ryanair 1415 2350 £749


Single room £140

Mount Teide view per week £42



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Walking in Lanzarote & Fuerteventura (brochure page 5)

Holiday Code: WLA

Q Arrecife Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Belfast Int 05-Nov-17 Sun Thomas Cook 1015 2005 £979

04-Nov-18 Sun Thomas Cook 1015 2005 £969

Birmingham 05-Nov-17 Sun Monarch 0615 1530 £959

04-Mar-18 Sun Ryanair 0645 1545 £939

04-Nov-18 Sun Monarch 0615 1530 £969

Bournemouth 04-Mar-18 Sun Thomson 0920 1820 £959

Bristol 05-Nov-17 Sun Thomas Cook 0900 1810 £979

04-Mar-18 Sun Thomas Cook 0900 1810 £959


Cardiff 04-Mar-18 Sun Thomson 1500 2350 £959

Doncaster/Shef 04-Mar-18 Sun Thomson 1420 2355 £959

Dublin 05-Nov-17 Sun Aer Lingus 1315 2240 £959

04-Mar-18 Sun Ryanair 1400 2300 £939

04-Nov-18 Sun Aer Lingus 1315 2240 £969

East Midlands 05-Nov-17 Sun Jet2 1000 1950 £999


04-Nov-18 Sun Jet2 1000 1950 £1,009

Edinburgh 05-Nov-17 Sun Jet2 0900 1900 £999

04-Mar-18 Sun Jet2 0900 1900 £979

04-Nov-18 Sun Jet2 0900 1900 £1,009

Exeter 05-Nov-17 Sun Thomson 1000 1840 £979

04-Mar-18 Sun Thomson 0940 1725 £959

04-Nov-18 Sun Thomson 1000 1840 £989

Gatwick 05-Nov-17 Sun Easyjet 0740 1645 £959

04-Mar-18 Sun Easyjet 0740 1645 £939

04-Nov-18 Sun Easyjet 0740 1645 £969

Glasgow 05-Nov-17 Sun Thomas Cook 0915 1910 £979



Leeds-Bradford 05-Nov-17 Sun Jet2 1030 2045 £999

04-Mar-18 Sun Jet2 0900 1855 £979

04-Nov-18 Sun Jet2 1030 2045 £1,009

Liverpool 05-Nov-17 Sun Easyjet 0705 1615 £959

04-Mar-18 Sun Easyjet 0705 1615 £939

04-Nov-18 Sun Easyjet 0700 1620 £969

Luton 05-Nov-17 Sun Thomson 1435 2355 £979

04-Mar-18 Sun Thomson 0825 1750 £959

04-Nov-18 Sun Thomson 1435 2355 £989

Manchester 05-Nov-17 Sun Jet2 1015 2025 £999

04-Mar-18 Sun Ryanair 0625 1545 £939

04-Nov-18 Sun Jet2 1015 2025 £1,009

Newcastle 05-Nov-17 Sun Thomas Cook 0935 2000 £979



Stansted 05-Nov-17 Sun Ryanair 0715 1620 £959

04-Mar-18 Sun Ryanair 0715 1620 £939

04-Nov-18 Sun Ryanair 0715 1620 £969


Single room 2017 £140 2018 £150

Superior room per week

£126 (on request - twin/double rooms only)



Edinburgh 10-Mar-18 Sat Jet2 1415 2150 £669

19-Apr-18 Thu Jet2 0655 1435 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0655 1435 £699

11-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0655 1435 £689

Exeter 19-Apr-18 Thu Flybe 0755 0005 £659

04-Oct-18 Thu Flybe 0755 0005 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Flybe 0755 0005 £649

Gatwick 10-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 0935 1550 £629

19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1620 1845 £659

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1620 1845 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1620 1845 £649

Glasgow 10-Mar-18 Sat Jet2 1435 2205 £669

19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1655 0010 £659

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1655 0010 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1655 0010 £649

Leeds-Bradford 10-Mar-18 Sat Jet2 0955 1655 £669

19-Apr-18 Thu Monarch 0800 1505 £659

04-Oct-18 Thu Monarch 0800 1505 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Monarch 0800 1505 £649

Liverpool 10-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 0630 1305 £629

19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1230 £659

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1230 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1230 £649

Luton 10-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 1430 1420 £629

19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1255 1910 £659

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1255 1910 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1255 1910 £649

Manchester 10-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 0715 1355 £629

19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0610 1255 £659

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0610 1255 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0610 1255 £649

Newcastle 10-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 0635 1345 £629

19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1400 £659

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1400 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1400 £649

Prestwick 11-Mar-18 Sun Ryanair 1640 2345 £629

19-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0700 1405 £659

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0700 1405 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0700 1405 £649

Southend 19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1025 1645 £659

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1025 1645 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1025 1645 £649

Stansted 10-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 0630 1250 £629

19-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0725 1355 £649

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0725 1355 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0725 1355 £649


Single room £110

Superior per week £35

Extra week in a single £395

Extra week in a twin/double £285

Walking in the Sierra de Mijas (brochure page 6)

Holiday Code: 7WDE

Q Malaga Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Aberdeen 10-Mar-18 Sat Ryanair 1830 1805 £689

19-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0925 0900 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0925 0900 £719

11-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0925 0900 £709

Belfast Int 10-Mar-18 Sat Ryanair 1640 2325 £629

19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1355 £659

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1355 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1355 £649

Birmingham 10-Mar-18 Sat Monarch 0700 1345 £629

19-Apr-18 Thu Monarch 0700 1340 £659

04-Oct-18 Thu Monarch 0700 1340 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Monarch 0700 1340 £649

Bristol 10-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 0605 1205 £629

19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0605 1205 £659

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0605 1205 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0605 1205 £649

Cardiff 10-Mar-18 Sat Vueling 0852 0815 £629

19-Apr-18 Thu Vueling 0915 0835 £659

04-Oct-18 Thu Vueling 0915 0835 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Vueling 0915 0835 £649

Doncaster/Shef 10-Mar-18 Sat Flybe 0700 1335 £629

19-Apr-18 Thu Thomson 0730 1425 £679

04-Oct-18 Thu Thomson 0730 1425 £679

11-Oct-18 Thu Thomson 0730 1425 £669

Dublin 10-Mar-18 Sat Ryanair 0720 1420 £629

19-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0720 1420 £659

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0720 1420 £659

11-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0720 1420 £649

East Midlands 10-Mar-18 Sat Jet2 1230 1915 £669

19-Apr-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1425 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1425 £699

11-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1425 £689

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4

Walking on Andalucia’s Eastern Coast (brochure page 7)

Holiday Code: 7WAG

Q Malaga Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Aberdeen 04-Nov-17 Sat Ryanair 1830 1805 £679

11-Nov-17 Sat Ryanair 1830 1805 £659

24-Feb-18 Sat Ryanair 1830 1805 £679

17-Mar-18 Sat Ryanair 1830 1805 £719

12-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0925 0900 £729

03-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0925 0900 £749

07-Jun-18 Thu Ryanair 0925 0900 £769

13-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0925 0900 £779

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0925 0900 £739

03-Nov-18 Sat Ryanair 1830 1805 £679

10-Nov-18 Sat Ryanair 1830 1805 £649

Belfast Int 04-Nov-17 Sat Ryanair 1645 2330 £619

11-Nov-17 Sat Ryanair 1640 2325 £599

24-Feb-18 Sat Ryanair 1640 2325 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Ryanair 1640 2325 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1355 £669

03-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1355 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1355 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1355 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1355 £679

03-Nov-18 Sat Ryanair 1640 2325 £619

10-Nov-18 Sat Ryanair 1640 2325 £589

Birmingham 04-Nov-17 Sat Monarch 0700 1345 £619

11-Nov-17 Sat Monarch 0700 1345 £599

24-Feb-18 Sat Monarch 0700 1345 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Monarch 0700 1345 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Monarch 0700 1340 £669

03-May-18 Thu Monarch 0700 1340 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Monarch 0700 1340 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 0700 1340 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Monarch 0700 1340 £679

03-Nov-18 Sat Monarch 0700 1345 £619

10-Nov-18 Sat Monarch 0700 1345 £589

Bristol 04-Nov-17 Sat Easyjet 0605 1205 £619

11-Nov-17 Sat Easyjet 0605 1205 £599

24-Feb-18 Sat Easyjet 0605 1205 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 0605 1205 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0605 1205 £669

03-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0605 1205 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Easyjet 0605 1205 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0605 1205 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0605 1205 £679

03-Nov-18 Sat Easyjet 0605 1205 £619

10-Nov-18 Sat Easyjet 0605 1205 £589

Cardiff 04-Nov-17 Sat Vueling 0850 0815 £619

11-Nov-17 Sat Vueling 0850 0815 £599

24-Feb-18 Sat Vueling 0850 0815 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Vueling 0850 0815 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Vueling 0915 0835 £669

03-May-18 Thu Vueling 0915 0835 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Vueling 0915 0835 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Vueling 0915 0835 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Vueling 0915 0835 £679

03-Nov-18 Sat Vueling 0850 0815 £619

10-Nov-18 Sat Vueling 0850 0815 £589

Doncaster/Shef 24-Feb-18 Sat Flybe 0700 1335 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Flybe 0700 1335 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Thomson 0730 1425 £689

03-May-18 Thu Thomson 0730 1425 £709

07-Jun-18 Thu Thomson 0730 1425 £729

13-Sep-18 Thu Thomson 0730 1425 £739

04-Oct-18 Thu Thomson 0730 1425 £699

03-Nov-18 Sat Flybe 0700 1335 £619

10-Nov-18 Sat Flybe 0700 1335 £589

Dublin 04-Nov-17 Sat Ryanair 0720 1420 £619

11-Nov-17 Sat Ryanair 0720 1420 £599

24-Feb-18 Sat Ryanair 0720 1420 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Ryanair 0720 1420 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0720 1420 £669

03-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0720 1420 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Ryanair 0720 1420 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0720 1420 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0720 1420 £679

03-Nov-18 Sat Ryanair 0720 1420 £619

10-Nov-18 Sat Ryanair 0720 1420 £589

East Midlands 04-Nov-17 Sat Jet2 0715 1405 £659

11-Nov-17 Sat Jet2 0715 1405 £639

24-Feb-18 Sat Jet2 1230 1915 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Jet2 1435 2120 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1425 £709

03-May-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1425 £729

07-Jun-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1425 £749

13-Sep-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1425 £759

04-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1425 £719

03-Nov-18 Sat Jet2 1230 1915 £659

10-Nov-18 Sat Jet2 1230 1915 £629

Edinburgh 04-Nov-17 Sat Jet2 1030 1805 £659

11-Nov-17 Sat Jet2 1030 1805 £639

24-Feb-18 Sat Jet2 1415 2150 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Jet2 1415 2150 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Jet2 0655 1435 £709

03-May-18 Thu Jet2 0655 1435 £729

07-Jun-18 Thu Jet2 0655 1435 £749

13-Sep-18 Thu Jet2 0655 1435 £759

04-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0655 1435 £719

03-Nov-18 Sat Jet2 1415 2150 £659

10-Nov-18 Sat Jet2 1415 2150 £629

Exeter 12-Apr-18 Thu Flybe 0755 0005 £669

03-May-18 Thu Flybe 0755 0005 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Flybe 0755 0005 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Flybe 0755 0005 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Flybe 0755 0005 £679

Gatwick 04-Nov-17 Sat Easyjet 0935 1550 £619

11-Nov-17 Sat Easyjet 0935 1550 £599

24-Feb-18 Sat Easyjet 0935 1550 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 0935 1550 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1620 1845 £669

03-May-18 Thu Easyjet 1620 1845 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Easyjet 1620 1845 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1620 1845 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1620 1845 £679

03-Nov-18 Sat Easyjet 0935 1550 £619

10-Nov-18 Sat Easyjet 0935 1550 £589

Glasgow 05-Nov-17 Sun Easyjet 0700 1425 £659

12-Nov-17 Sun Easyjet 0700 1425 £639

24-Feb-18 Sat Jet2 1435 2205 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Jet2 1435 2205 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1655 0010 £669

03-May-18 Thu Easyjet 1655 0010 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Easyjet 1655 0010 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1655 0010 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1655 0010 £679

03-Nov-18 Sat Jet2 1435 2205 £659

10-Nov-18 Sat Jet2 1435 2205 £629

Leeds-Bradford 04-Nov-17 Sat Jet2 1000 1710 £659

11-Nov-17 Sat Jet2 1000 1710 £639

24-Feb-18 Sat Jet2 0955 1655 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Jet2 0955 1655 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Monarch 0800 1505 £669

03-May-18 Thu Monarch 0800 1505 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Monarch 0800 1505 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 0800 1505 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Monarch 0800 1505 £679

03-Nov-18 Sat Jet2 0955 1655 £659

10-Nov-18 Sat Jet2 0955 1655 £629

Liverpool 05-Nov-17 Sun Easyjet 0800 1440 £619

12-Nov-17 Sun Easyjet 0800 1440 £599

24-Feb-18 Sat Easyjet 0630 1305 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 0630 1305 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1230 £669

03-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1230 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1230 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1230 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1230 £679

03-Nov-18 Sat Easyjet 0630 1305 £619

10-Nov-18 Sat Easyjet 0630 1305 £589

Luton 04-Nov-17 Sat Easyjet 1430 1420 £619

11-Nov-17 Sat Monarch 0715 1400 £599

24-Feb-18 Sat Easyjet 1430 1320 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 1430 1420 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1255 1910 £669

03-May-18 Thu Easyjet 1255 1910 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Easyjet 1255 1910 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1255 1910 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1255 1910 £679

03-Nov-18 Sat Easyjet 1430 1320 £619

10-Nov-18 Sat Easyjet 1430 1320 £589

Manchester 04-Nov-17 Sat Easyjet 0715 1355 £619

11-Nov-17 Sat Easyjet 0715 1355 £599

24-Feb-18 Sat Easyjet 0715 1355 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 0715 1355 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0610 1255 £669

03-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0610 1255 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Easyjet 0610 1255 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0610 1255 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0610 1255 £679

03-Nov-18 Sat Easyjet 0715 1355 £619

10-Nov-18 Sat Easyjet 0715 1355 £589

Newcastle 04-Nov-17 Sat Easyjet 0635 1345 £619

11-Nov-17 Sat Easyjet 0635 1345 £599

24-Feb-18 Sat Easyjet 0635 1345 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 0635 1345 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1400 £669

03-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1400 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1400 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1400 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1400 £679

03-Nov-18 Sat Easyjet 0635 1345 £619

10-Nov-18 Sat Easyjet 0635 1345 £589

Prestwick 05-Nov-17 Sun Ryanair 1640 2345 £619

12-Nov-17 Sun Ryanair 1640 2345 £599

25-Feb-18 Sun Ryanair 1640 2345 £619

12-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0700 1405 £669

03-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0700 1405 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Ryanair 0700 1405 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0700 1405 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0700 1405 £679

04-Nov-18 Sun Ryanair 1640 2345 £619

11-Nov-18 Sun Ryanair 1640 2345 £589

Southend 25-Feb-18 Sun Easyjet 0625 1245 £619

18-Mar-18 Sun Easyjet 0625 1245 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1025 1645 £669

03-May-18 Thu Easyjet 1025 1645 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Easyjet 1025 1645 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1025 1645 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1025 1645 £679

04-Nov-18 Sun Easyjet 0625 1245 £619

11-Nov-18 Sun Easyjet 0625 1245 £589

Stansted 04-Nov-17 Sat Easyjet 1115 1745 £619

11-Nov-17 Sat Ryanair 0720 1350 £599

24-Feb-18 Sat Easyjet 0630 1250 £619

17-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 0630 1250 £659

12-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0725 1355 £669

03-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0725 1355 £689

07-Jun-18 Thu Ryanair 0725 1355 £709

13-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0725 1355 £719

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0725 1355 £679

03-Nov-18 Sat Easyjet 0630 1250 £619

10-Nov-18 Sat Easyjet 0630 1250 £589


Single room £120

Extra week in a single November, February £330

Extra week in a single March, May, October £350

Extra week in a single other dates £365

Extra week in a twin/double November, February £210

Extra week in a twin/double March, May, October £230

Extra week in a twin/double other dates £245

Walking in Mallorca (brochure page 8)

Holiday Code: 7WMA

Q Palma Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Aberdeen 11-May-18 Fri Thomson 1725 0030 £809

28-Sep-18 Fri Thomson 1725 0030 £819

05-Oct-18 Fri Thomson 1725 0030 £809

Belfast Int 10-May-18 Thu Jet2 0815 1445 £729

27-Sep-18 Thu Jet2 0815 1445 £739

04-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0815 1445 £729

Birmingham 13-Apr-18 Fri Monarch 1305 1900 £669

20-Apr-18 Fri Monarch 1305 1900 £669

10-May-18 Thu Monarch 0720 1315 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 0720 1315 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Monarch 0720 1315 £689

Bournemouth 10-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0900 0830 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0900 0830 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0900 0830 £689

Bristol 03-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 1740 2305 £649

13-Apr-18 Fri Easyjet 0605 1125 £669

20-Apr-18 Fri Easyjet 0605 1125 £669

10-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0605 1125 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0605 1125 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0605 1125 £689

Cardiff 12-Apr-18 Thu Vueling 1740 1655 £669

19-Apr-18 Thu Vueling 1740 1655 £669

10-May-18 Thu Vueling 1740 1655 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Vueling 1740 1655 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Vueling 1740 1655 £689

Doncaster/Shef 02-Mar-18 Fri Thomson 0640 1310 £669

13-Apr-18 Fri Thomson 0615 1250 £689

20-Apr-18 Fri Thomson 0615 1250 £689

11-May-18 Fri Thomson 0615 1240 £709

28-Sep-18 Fri Thomson 0615 1240 £719

05-Oct-18 Fri Thomson 0615 1240 £709

Dublin 13-Apr-18 Fri Ryanair 1835 1810 £669

20-Apr-18 Fri Ryanair 1835 1810 £669

10-May-18 Thu Ryanair 1750 2359 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1750 2359 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 1750 2359 £689

East Midlands 02-Mar-18 Fri Jet2 0845 1455 £689

13-Apr-18 Fri Jet2 0955 1555 £709

20-Apr-18 Fri Jet2 0955 1555 £709

10-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0700 1245 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0700 1245 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0700 1245 £689

Edinburgh 03-Mar-18 Sat Ryanair 1905 1840 £649

13-Apr-18 Fri Ryanair 0735 1415 £669

20-Apr-18 Fri Ryanair 0735 1415 £669

10-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0735 1415 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0735 1415 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0735 1415 £689

Gatwick 02-Mar-18 Fri Easyjet 0805 1330 £649

13-Apr-18 Fri Monarch 0605 1150 £669

20-Apr-18 Fri Monarch 0605 1150 £669

10-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0905 1925 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0905 1925 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0905 1925 £689

Glasgow 02-Mar-18 Fri Jet2 0930 1630 £689

13-Apr-18 Fri Jet2 0900 1610 £709

20-Apr-18 Fri Jet2 0900 1610 £709

10-May-18 Thu Thomas Cook 0620 1305 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Thomas Cook 0620 1305 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Thomas Cook 0620 1305 £689

Heathrow 13-Apr-18 Fri British Airways 1550 2145 £669

20-Apr-18 Fri British Airways 1550 2145 £669

Leeds-Bradford 02-Mar-18 Fri Jet2 0800 1435 £689

13-Apr-18 Fri Jet2 0825 1455 £709

20-Apr-18 Fri Jet2 0825 1455 £709

10-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0930 1535 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0930 1535 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0930 1535 £689

Liverpool 02-Mar-18 Fri Easyjet 0950 1540 £649

13-Apr-18 Fri Easyjet 0925 1520 £669

20-Apr-18 Fri Easyjet 0925 1520 £669

10-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0610 1200 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0610 1200 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0610 1200 £689

Luton 03-Mar-18 Sat Easyjet 1620 2150 £649

13-Apr-18 Fri Easyjet 0600 1140 £669

20-Apr-18 Fri Easyjet 0600 1140 £669

10-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0615 1150 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0615 1150 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0615 1150 £689

Manchester 02-Mar-18 Fri Monarch 1650 2255 £649

13-Apr-18 Fri Monarch 0625 1245 £669

20-Apr-18 Fri Monarch 0625 1245 £669

10-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1200 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1200 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1200 £689

Newcastle 02-Mar-18 Fri Jet2 0935 1605 £689

13-Apr-18 Fri Jet2 0650 1335 £709

20-Apr-18 Fri Jet2 0650 1335 £709

10-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1220 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1220 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1220 £689

Prestwick 13-Apr-18 Fri Ryanair 0700 1330 £669

20-Apr-18 Fri Ryanair 0700 1330 £669

10-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0700 1330 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0700 1330 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0700 1330 £689

Southend 13-Apr-18 Fri Easyjet 0630 1255 £669

20-Apr-18 Fri Easyjet 0630 1255 £669

10-May-18 Thu Easyjet 1945 1920 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1945 1920 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1945 1920 £689

Stansted 02-Mar-18 Fri Ryanair 1330 1915 £649

13-Apr-18 Fri Jet2 0800 1340 £709

20-Apr-18 Fri Jet2 0800 1340 £709

10-May-18 Thu Ryanair 1335 1910 £689

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1335 1910 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 1335 1910 £689


Single room March, April £0

Single room other dates £100

Superior per week

£40 (twin/double rooms only)



There is a local tourist tax in Mallorca and Menorca of 1.65 euros per person per day. It is not included in the price of

the holiday and will be payable by hotel guests directly to the hotel.

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Walking in Catalonia (brochure page 9)

Holiday Code: 7WCC

Q Barcelona Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Aberdeen** 18-Apr-18 Wed British Airways 1105 1740 £769

09-May-18 Wed British Airways 1105 1730 £779

19-Sep-18 Wed British Airways 1105 1730 £779

03-Oct-18 Wed British Airways 1105 1730 £769

Belfast Int 18-Apr-18 Wed Easyjet 1025 1000 £649

09-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1000 0920 £659

19-Sep-18 Wed Easyjet 1000 0920 £659

03-Oct-18 Wed Easyjet 1000 0920 £649

Birmingham 18-Apr-18 Wed Ryanair 0945 0920 £649

09-May-18 Wed Ryanair 1540 1515 £659

19-Sep-18 Wed Ryanair 1540 1515 £659

03-Oct-18 Wed Ryanair 1540 1515 £649

Bristol 18-Apr-18 Wed Easyjet 0720 1215 £649

09-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1035 1535 £659

19-Sep-18 Wed Easyjet 1035 1535 £659

03-Oct-18 Wed Easyjet 1035 1535 £649

Cardiff 18-Apr-18 Wed Vueling 2145 2110 £649

09-May-18 Wed Vueling 2145 2110 £659

19-Sep-18 Wed Vueling 2145 2110 £659

03-Oct-18 Wed Vueling 2145 2110 £649

Dublin 18-Apr-18 Wed Ryanair 0615 1210 £649

09-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0615 1210 £659

19-Sep-18 Wed Ryanair 0615 1210 £659

03-Oct-18 Wed Ryanair 0615 1210 £649

East Midlands 18-Apr-18 Wed Ryanair 0935 1500 £649

09-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0935 1500 £659

19-Sep-18 Wed Ryanair 0935 1500 £659

03-Oct-18 Wed Ryanair 0935 1500 £649

Edinburgh 19-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0630 1245 £649

09-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0630 1255 £659

19-Sep-18 Wed Ryanair 0630 1255 £659

03-Oct-18 Wed Ryanair 0630 1255 £649

Gatwick 18-Apr-18 Wed Easyjet 1420 1535 £649

09-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1425 1650 £659

19-Sep-18 Wed Easyjet 1425 1650 £659

03-Oct-18 Wed Easyjet 1425 1650 £649

Glasgow 19-Apr-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1405 £689

10-May-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1405 £699

20-Sep-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1405 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1405 £689

Heathrow 18-Apr-18 Wed British Airways 1420 1300 £689




Leeds-Bradford 19-Apr-18 Thu Jet2 0840 1445 £689

10-May-18 Thu Jet2 0840 1445 £699

20-Sep-18 Thu Jet2 0840 1445 £699

04-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0840 1445 £689

Liverpool 18-Apr-18 Wed Easyjet 0700 1220 £649

09-May-18 Wed Easyjet 0700 1220 £659

19-Sep-18 Wed Easyjet 0700 1220 £659

03-Oct-18 Wed Easyjet 0700 1220 £649

Luton 18-Apr-18 Wed Easyjet 0700 1215 £649

09-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1250 1800 £659

19-Sep-18 Wed Easyjet 1250 1800 £659

03-Oct-18 Wed Easyjet 1250 1800 £649

Manchester 18-Apr-18 Wed Ryanair 0625 1155 £649

09-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0625 1155 £659

19-Sep-18 Wed Ryanair 0625 1155 £659

03-Oct-18 Wed Ryanair 0625 1155 £649

Newcastle 19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1725 2320 £649

09-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1725 2320 £659

19-Sep-18 Wed Easyjet 1725 2320 £659

03-Oct-18 Wed Easyjet 1725 2320 £649

Prestwick 19-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 1730 2345 £649

09-May-18 Wed Ryanair 1730 2345 £659

19-Sep-18 Wed Ryanair 1730 2345 £659

03-Oct-18 Wed Ryanair 1730 2345 £649


09-May-18 Wed Easyjet 0650 1150 £659

19-Sep-18 Wed Easyjet 0650 1150 £659

03-Oct-18 Wed Easyjet 0650 1150 £649

Stansted 18-Apr-18 Wed Ryanair 1245 1530 £649

09-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0815 1220 £659

19-Sep-18 Wed Ryanair 0815 1220 £659

03-Oct-18 Wed Ryanair 0815 1220 £649

** via Heathrow


Single room April, October £0


Extra week in a single April, October £280



Walking in Catalonia - Trails & Rails (brochure page 10)

Holiday Code: 7WTR


Aberdeen** 14-Mar-18 Wed British Airways 1035 1830 £769



Belfast Int 16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1000 0920 £659

10-Oct-18 Wed Easyjet 1000 0920 £659

Birmingham 14-Mar-18 Wed Ryanair 0945 0920 £649

16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 1540 1515 £659

10-Oct-18 Wed Ryanair 1540 1515 £659

Bristol 14-Mar-18 Wed Easyjet 0715 1210 £649

16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1035 1535 £659

10-Oct-18 Wed Easyjet 1035 1535 £659

Cardiff 16-May-18 Wed Vueling 2145 2110 £659

10-Oct-18 Wed Vueling 2145 2110 £659

Dublin 14-Mar-18 Wed Ryanair 0615 1210 £649

16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0615 1210 £659

10-Oct-18 Wed Ryanair 0615 1210 £659

East Midlands 14-Mar-18 Wed Ryanair 0935 1500 £649

16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0935 1500 £659

10-Oct-18 Wed Ryanair 0935 1500 £659

Edinburgh 15-Mar-18 Thu Ryanair 0630 1255 £649

16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0630 1255 £659

10-Oct-18 Wed Ryanair 0630 1255 £659

Gatwick 14-Mar-18 Wed Easyjet 1420 1530 £649

16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1425 1650 £659

10-Oct-18 Wed Easyjet 1425 1650 £659

Glasgow 15-Mar-18 Thu Jet2 0745 1420 £689

17-May-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1405 £699

11-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1405 £699

Heathrow 14-Mar-18 Wed British Airways 1500 1315 £689



Leeds-Bradford 15-Mar-18 Thu Jet2 0900 1500 £689

17-May-18 Thu Jet2 0840 1445 £699

11-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0840 1445 £699

Liverpool 14-Mar-18 Wed Easyjet 1215 1735 £649

16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 0700 1220 £659

10-Oct-18 Wed Easyjet 0700 1220 £659

Luton 14-Mar-18 Wed Easyjet 1230 1730 £649

16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1250 1800 £659

10-Oct-18 Wed Easyjet 1250 1800 £659

Manchester 14-Mar-18 Wed Ryanair 0625 1155 £649

16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0625 1155 £659

10-Oct-18 Wed Ryanair 0625 1155 £659

Newcastle 15-Mar-18 Thu Easyjet 1700 2245 £649

16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1725 2320 £659

10-Oct-18 Wed Easyjet 1725 2320 £659

Prestwick 15-Mar-18 Thu Ryanair 1730 2345 £649

16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 1730 2345 £659

10-Oct-18 Wed Ryanair 1730 2345 £659

Southend 15-Mar-18 Thu Easyjet 1700 2245 £649

16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 0650 1150 £659

10-Oct-18 Wed Easyjet 0650 1150 £659

Stansted 14-Mar-18 Wed Ryanair 0815 1220 £649

16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0815 1220 £659

10-Oct-18 Wed Ryanair 0815 1220 £659

** via Heathrow


Single room March, October £0


Extra week in a single March, October £280



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Walking in the Costa Blanca Mountains (brochure page 11)

Holiday Code: 7WCP

Q Alicante Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Aberdeen 17-May-18 Thu Ryanair 1035 1010 £829

06-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1035 1010 £909

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1035 1010 £829

Belfast Int 17-May-18 Thu Jet2 0730 1430 £809

06-Sep-18 Thu Jet2 0730 1430 £889

27-Sep-18 Thu Jet2 0730 1430 £809

Birmingham 17-May-18 Thu Monarch 1535 2150 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 1535 2150 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 1535 2150 £769

Bristol 17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 1005 1545 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1005 1545 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1005 1545 £769

Cardiff 17-May-18 Thu Vueling 1235 1155 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Vueling 1235 1155 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Vueling 1235 1155 £769

Doncaster/Shef 17-May-18 Thu Thomson 1015 0930 £789

06-Sep-18 Thu Thomson 1015 0930 £869

27-Sep-18 Thu Thomson 1015 0930 £789

Dublin 17-May-18 Thu Ryanair 1010 1640 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1010 1640 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1010 1640 £769

East Midlands 17-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0630 1225 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0630 1225 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0630 1225 £769

Edinburgh 17-May-18 Thu Ryanair 1655 2355 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1655 2355 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1655 2355 £769

Gatwick 17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 1220 1805 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1220 1805 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1220 1805 £769

Glasgow 17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0925 1615 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0925 1615 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0925 1615 £769

Leeds-Bradford 17-May-18 Thu Monarch 1530 2200 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 1530 2200 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 1530 2200 £769

Liverpool 17-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0645 1300 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0645 1300 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0645 1300 £769

Luton 17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0605 1205 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0605 1205 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0605 1205 £769

Manchester 17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0715 1330 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0715 1330 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0715 1330 £769

Newcastle 17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 1855 0125 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1855 0125 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1855 0125 £769

Prestwick 17-May-18 Thu Ryanair 1655 2340 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1655 2340 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1655 2340 £769

Southend 17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 1310 1850 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1310 1850 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1310 1850 £769

Stansted 17-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0605 1235 £769

06-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0605 1235 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0605 1235 £769


Single room £130

Walking in Menorca Birdwatching (brochure page 12)

Holiday Code: 7WMB

Q Mahon Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Birmingham 11-May-18 Fri Monarch 0715 1315 £749

Bristol 11-May-18 Fri Thomas Cook 0620 1205 £749

Cardiff 11-May-18 Fri Thomson 1445 2035 £769

Doncaster/Shef 12-May-18 Sat Thomson 1450 2055 £769

East Midlands 11-May-18 Fri Jet2 1325 1920 £789

Edinburgh 12-May-18 Sat Thomson 1530 2235 £769

Gatwick 11-May-18 Fri Easyjet 0635 1155 £749

Glasgow 12-May-18 Sat Jet2 0740 1440 £789

Leeds-Bradford 11-May-18 Fri Monarch 0850 1500 £749

Luton 11-May-18 Fri Easyjet 0605 1130 £749

Manchester 11-May-18 Fri Monarch 0830 1440 £749

Newcastle 12-May-18 Sat Jet2 0705 1410 £789

Southend 11-May-18 Fri Easyjet 1745 2250 £749

Stansted 11-May-18 Fri Thomson 0720 1325 £769


Single room £140



There is a local tourist tax in Mallorca and Menorca of 1.65 euros per person per day. It is not included in the price of

the holiday and will be payable by hotel guests directly to the hotel.

Walking in Menorca (brochure page 12)

Holiday Code: 7WME

Q Mahon Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Birmingham 05-Oct-18 Fri Monarch 0715 1315 £749

Bristol 05-Oct-18 Fri Thomas Cook 0620 1205 £749

Cardiff 05-Oct-18 Fri Thomson 1445 2035 £769

Doncaster/Shef 06-Oct-18 Sat Thomson 1450 2055 £769

East Midlands 05-Oct-18 Fri Jet2 1325 1920 £789

Edinburgh 06-Oct-18 Sat Thomson 1530 2235 £769

Gatwick 05-Oct-18 Fri Easyjet 0635 1155 £749

Glasgow 06-Oct-18 Sat Jet2 0740 1440 £789

Leeds-Bradford 05-Oct-18 Fri Monarch 0850 1500 £749

Luton 05-Oct-18 Fri Easyjet 0605 1130 £749

Manchester 05-Oct-18 Fri Monarch 0830 1440 £749

Newcastle 06-Oct-18 Sat Jet2 0705 1410 £789

Southend 05-Oct-18 Fri Easyjet 1745 2250 £749

Stansted 05-Oct-18 Fri Thomson 0720 1325 £769


Single room £140



There is a local tourist tax in Mallorca and Menorca of 1.65 euros per person per day. It is not included in the price of the

holiday and will be payable by hotel guests directly to the hotel.

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Portugal - the Algarve, Walking & Birdwatching

(brochure page 13)

Holiday Code: 7WAB

Q Faro Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Aberdeen 04-Oct-18 Thu Thomson 0600 1400 £989

Belfast Int 05-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1030 1705 £849

19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1030 1705 £869

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1030 1705 £869

Birmingham 05-Apr-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1345 £849

19-Apr-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1345 £869

04-Oct-18 Thu Monarch 1355 2030 £869

Bristol 05-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0705 1255 £849

19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0705 1255 £869

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0705 1255 £869

Cardiff 05-Apr-18 Thu Flybe 1000 1550 £849

19-Apr-18 Thu Flybe 1000 1550 £869

04-Oct-18 Thu Thomson 0605 1205 £889

Doncaster/Shef 04-Oct-18 Thu Flybe 1015 1655 £869

Dublin 05-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0930 1545 £849

19-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0930 1545 £869

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0930 1545 £869

East Midlands 05-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 1550 2200 £849

19-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 1550 2200 £869

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 1550 2200 £869

Edinburgh 05-Apr-18 Thu Jet2 0830 1420 £889

19-Apr-18 Thu Jet2 0830 1420 £909

04-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0645 1430 £909

Exeter 04-Oct-18 Thu Thomson 0730 1335 £889

Gatwick 05-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1155 1810 £849

19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1155 1810 £869

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0555 1810 £869


19-Apr-18 Thu Jet2 0840 1450 £909

04-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0720 1450 £909

Leeds-Bradford 05-Apr-18 Thu Monarch 0700 1350 £849

19-Apr-18 Thu Monarch 0700 1350 £869

04-Oct-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1400 £869

Liverpool 05-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1315 £849

19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1315 £869

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1315 £869

Luton 05-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1240 £849

19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1240 £869

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1240 £869

Manchester 05-Apr-18 Thu Monarch 1435 2135 £849

19-Apr-18 Thu Monarch 1435 2135 £869

04-Oct-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1405 £869

Newcastle 05-Apr-18 Thu Jet2 0845 1610 £889

19-Apr-18 Thu Jet2 0845 1610 £909

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1250 £869

Southampton 05-Apr-18 Thu Flybe 0835 1430 £849

19-Apr-18 Thu Flybe 0835 1430 £869

04-Oct-18 Thu Flybe 0835 1430 £869


19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1255 £869

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1255 £869

Stansted 05-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0710 1320 £849

19-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0710 1320 £869

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0710 1320 £869


Single room £160

River view room (on request) £44

Walking in France – Camargue, Alpilles & Crau (brochure page 14)

Holiday Code: 7WAP

Q Marseille Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Aberdeen** 12-May-18 Sat British Airways 1105 1555 £1,069

Edinburgh 11-May-18 Fri Ryanair 1120 1055 £949

Gatwick 12-May-18 Sat Easyjet 0800 1215 £949

Heathrow 12-May-18 Sat British Airways 1510 1750 £989

Manchester 12-May-18 Sat Easyjet 1340 1830 £949

Stansted 12-May-18 Sat Ryanair 0635 1535 £949

** via Heathrow


Single room £190

Walking in Portugal - the Algarve (brochure page 15)

Holiday Code: 7WAA


Aberdeen 08-May-18 Tue Ryanair 1155 1130 £879

27-Sep-18 Thu Thomson 0600 1400 £1,009

04-Oct-18 Thu Thomson 0600 1400 £979

Belfast Int 10-Feb-18 Sat Easyjet 1355 2035 £759

15-Mar-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1405 £759

09-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1035 1710 £819

16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1035 1710 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1030 1705 £889

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1030 1705 £859

Birmingham 11-Feb-18 Sun Monarch 0710 1345 £759

15-Mar-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1345 £759

09-May-18 Wed Monarch 0610 1245 £819

16-May-18 Wed Monarch 0610 1245 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 1355 2030 £889

04-Oct-18 Thu Monarch 1355 2030 £859

Bournemouth 14-Mar-18 Wed Ryanair 1710 1645 £759

09-May-18 Wed Ryanair 1700 1635 £819

16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 1700 1635 £829

Bristol 11-Feb-18 Sun Easyjet 0755 1345 £759

15-Mar-18 Thu Easyjet 0750 1345 £759

09-May-18 Wed Easyjet 0705 1255 £819

16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 0705 1255 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0705 1255 £889

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0705 1255 £859

Cardiff 15-Mar-18 Thu Flybe 1020 1605 £759

27-Sep-18 Thu Thomson 0605 1205 £909

04-Oct-18 Thu Thomson 0605 1205 £879

Doncaster/Shef 27-Sep-18 Thu Flybe 1015 1655 £889

04-Oct-18 Thu Flybe 1015 1655 £859

Dublin 15-Mar-18 Thu Ryanair 0710 1340 £759

09-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0930 1545 £819

16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0930 1545 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0930 1545 £889

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0930 1545 £859

East Midlands 11-Feb-18 Sun Jet2 1435 2130 £759

15-Mar-18 Thu Jet2 0820 1525 £759

09-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0700 1310 £819

16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0700 1310 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1550 2200 £889

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 1550 2200 £859

Edinburgh 10-Feb-18 Sat Ryanair 1640 1615 £759

15-Mar-18 Thu Jet2 0940 1740 £759

09-May-18 Wed Ryanair 1105 1040 £819

16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 1105 1040 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Jet2 0645 1430 £929

04-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0645 1430 £899

Exeter 09-May-18 Wed Flybe 0600 1155 £819

16-May-18 Wed Flybe 0600 1155 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Thomson 0730 1335 £909

04-Oct-18 Thu Thomson 0730 1335 £879

Gatwick 11-Feb-18 Sun Monarch 0725 1400 £759

15-Mar-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1240 £759

09-May-18 Wed Easyjet 0600 1810 £819

16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 0600 1810 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0555 1810 £889

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0555 1810 £859

Glasgow 10-Feb-18 Sat Easyjet 1525 2150 £759

15-Mar-18 Thu Easyjet 1515 2210 £759

09-May-18 Wed Jet2 0640 1430 £859

16-May-18 Wed Jet2 0640 1430 £869

27-Sep-18 Thu Jet2 0720 1450 £929

04-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0720 1450 £899

Leeds-Bradford 11-Feb-18 Sun Monarch 1510 2205 £759

15-Mar-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1400 £759

09-May-18 Wed Monarch 1655 2345 £819

16-May-18 Wed Monarch 1655 2345 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1400 £889

04-Oct-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1400 £859

Liverpool 10-Feb-18 Sat Easyjet 1630 2255 £759

15-Mar-18 Thu Easyjet 0635 1300 £759

09-May-18 Wed Easyjet 0755 1315 £819

16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 0755 1315 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1315 £889

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1315 £859

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Luton 11-Feb-18 Sun Monarch 0650 1400 £759

15-Mar-18 Thu Easyjet 0735 1330 £759

09-May-18 Wed Easyjet 0635 1255 £819

16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 0635 1255 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1240 £889

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1240 £859

Manchester 11-Feb-18 Sun Jet2 1030 1810 £759

15-Mar-18 Thu Ryanair 1830 1805 £759

09-May-18 Wed Monarch 0715 1405 £819

16-May-18 Wed Monarch 0715 1405 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1405 £889

04-Oct-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1405 £859

Newcastle 11-Feb-18 Sun Ryanair 1910 1845 £759

15-Mar-18 Thu Jet2 0900 1640 £759

09-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1700 2350 £819

16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1700 2350 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1250 £889

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1250 £859

Prestwick 14-Mar-18 Wed Ryanair 1405 2100 £759

09-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0720 1400 £819

16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0720 1400 £829

Southampton 15-Mar-18 Thu Flybe 0835 1430 £759

27-Sep-18 Thu Flybe 0835 1430 £889

04-Oct-18 Thu Flybe 0835 1430 £859

Southend 15-Mar-18 Thu Easyjet 1335 1955 £759

09-May-18 Wed Easyjet 0630 1255 £819

16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 0630 1255 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1255 £889

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1255 £859

Stansted 11-Feb-18 Sun Jet2 1430 2100 £759

15-Mar-18 Thu Ryanair 1910 1845 £759

09-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0710 1320 £819

16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 0710 1320 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0710 1320 £889

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0710 1320 £859


Single room February £0


Sea view per week




Walking in Portugal – Cascais & the Sintra Natural Park

(brochure page 16)

Holiday Code: 7WLI

Q Lisbon Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Aberdeen** 13-May-18 Sun British Airways 1105 1740 £1,119

30-Sep-18 Sun British Airways 1105 1740 £1,049

Birmingham 13-May-18 Sun Monarch 1505 2140 £999

30-Sep-18 Sun Monarch 1505 2140 £929

Bristol 13-May-18 Sun Easyjet 0700 1225 £999

30-Sep-18 Sun Easyjet 0700 1225 £929

Dublin 13-May-18 Sun Aer Lingus 0700 1320 £999

30-Sep-18 Sun Aer Lingus 0700 1320 £929

Edinburgh 13-May-18 Sun Easyjet 0620 1315 £999

30-Sep-18 Sun Easyjet 0620 1315 £929

Gatwick 13-May-18 Sun Easyjet 1030 2310 £999

30-Sep-18 Sun Easyjet 1030 2310 £929

Glasgow 13-May-18 Sun Ryanair 1720 2345 £999

30-Sep-18 Sun Ryanair 1720 2345 £929

Heathrow 13-May-18 Sun British Airways 1520 1345 £1,039

30-Sep-18 Sun British Airways 1520 1345 £969

Liverpool 13-May-18 Sun Easyjet 0940 1540 £999

30-Sep-18 Sun Easyjet 0940 1540 £929

Luton 13-May-18 Sun Easyjet 0705 1310 £999

30-Sep-18 Sun Easyjet 0705 1310 £929

Manchester 13-May-18 Sun TAP Portugal 1040 1710 £999

30-Sep-18 Sun TAP Portugal 1040 1710 £929

Newcastle** 13-May-18 Sun British Airways 1135 1945 £1,119

30-Sep-18 Sun British Airways 1135 1945 £1,049

Stansted 13-May-18 Sun Ryanair 1015 1800 £999

30-Sep-18 Sun Ryanair 1015 1800 £929

** via Heathrow


Single room 13 May £315

Single room 30 September £260

Sea view per week (on request) £56

There is a local tourist tax of 1 euro per person per day. It is not included in the price of the holiday and will be payable

by hotel guests directly to the hotel.

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Walking - The Guadiana River & Western Andalucia

(brochure page 17)

Holiday Code: 7WGR


Aberdeen 01-May-18 Tue Ryanair 1155 1130 £789

10-May-18 Thu Thomson 0600 1400 £889

17-May-18 Thu Thomson 0600 1400 £919

11-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 1155 1130 £879

20-Sep-18 Thu Thomson 0600 1400 £929

27-Sep-18 Thu Thomson 0600 1400 £909

Belfast Int 01-May-18 Tue Easyjet 1035 1710 £729

10-May-18 Thu Easyjet 1030 1705 £769

17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 1030 1705 £799

11-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 1035 1710 £819

20-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1030 1705 £809

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1030 1705 £789

Birmingham 01-May-18 Tue Monarch 0610 1245 £729

10-May-18 Thu Monarch 1355 2030 £769

17-May-18 Thu Monarch 1355 2030 £799

11-Sep-18 Tue Monarch 0610 1245 £819

20-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 1355 2030 £809

27-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 1355 2030 £789

Bristol 01-May-18 Tue Easyjet 0750 1340 £729

10-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0705 1255 £769

17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0705 1255 £799

11-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 0750 1340 £819

20-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0705 1255 £809

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0705 1255 £789

Cardiff 01-May-18 Tue Flybe 1530 2120 £729

10-May-18 Thu Thomson 0605 1205 £789

17-May-18 Thu Thomson 0605 1205 £819

11-Sep-18 Tue Flybe 1530 2120 £819

20-Sep-18 Thu Thomson 0605 1205 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Thomson 0605 1205 £809

Doncaster/Shef 01-May-18 Tue Flybe 1715 2355 £729

10-May-18 Thu Flybe 1015 1655 £769

17-May-18 Thu Flybe 1015 1655 £799

11-Sep-18 Tue Flybe 1715 2355 £819

20-Sep-18 Thu Flybe 1015 1655 £809

27-Sep-18 Thu Flybe 1015 1655 £789

Dublin 01-May-18 Tue Ryanair 0930 1545 £729

10-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0930 1545 £769

17-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0930 1545 £799

11-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 0930 1545 £819

20-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0930 1545 £809

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0930 1545 £789

East Midlands 01-May-18 Tue Ryanair 0655 1310 £729

10-May-18 Thu Ryanair 1550 2200 £769

17-May-18 Thu Ryanair 1550 2200 £799

11-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 0655 1310 £819

20-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1550 2200 £809

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1550 2200 £789

Edinburgh 01-May-18 Tue Jet2 0655 1430 £769

10-May-18 Thu Jet2 0645 1430 £809

17-May-18 Thu Jet2 0645 1430 £839

11-Sep-18 Tue Jet2 0655 1430 £859

20-Sep-18 Thu Jet2 0645 1430 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Jet2 0645 1430 £829

Exeter 10-May-18 Thu Thomson 0730 1335 £789

17-May-18 Thu Thomson 0730 1335 £819

20-Sep-18 Thu Thomson 0730 1335 £829

27-Sep-18 Thu Thomson 0730 1335 £809

Gatwick 01-May-18 Tue Easyjet 0555 1810 £729

10-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0555 1810 £769

17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0555 1810 £799

11-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 0555 1810 £819

20-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0555 1810 £809

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0555 1810 £789

Glasgow 01-May-18 Tue Jet2 0640 1430 £769

10-May-18 Thu Jet2 0720 1450 £809

17-May-18 Thu Jet2 0720 1450 £839

11-Sep-18 Tue Jet2 0640 1430 £859

20-Sep-18 Thu Jet2 0720 1450 £849

27-Sep-18 Thu Jet2 0720 1450 £829

Leeds-Bradford 01-May-18 Tue Monarch 0710 1400 £729

10-May-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1400 £769

17-May-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1400 £799

11-Sep-18 Tue Monarch 0710 1400 £819

20-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1400 £809

27-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1400 £789

Liverpool 01-May-18 Tue Easyjet 0700 1315 £729

10-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1315 £769

17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1315 £799

11-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 0700 1315 £819

20-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1315 £809

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1315 £789

Luton 01-May-18 Tue Easyjet 0635 1255 £729

10-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1240 £769

17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1240 £799

11-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 0635 1255 £819

20-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1240 £809

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1240 £789

Manchester 01-May-18 Tue Jet2 0800 1510 £769

10-May-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1405 £769

17-May-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1405 £799

11-Sep-18 Tue Jet2 0800 1510 £859

20-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1405 £809

27-Sep-18 Thu Monarch 0710 1405 £789

Newcastle 01-May-18 Tue Jet2 0645 1410 £769

10-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1250 £769

17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1250 £799

11-Sep-18 Tue Jet2 0645 1410 £859

20-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1250 £809

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0600 1250 £789

Southampton 10-May-18 Thu Flybe 0835 1430 £769

17-May-18 Thu Flybe 0835 1430 £799

20-Sep-18 Thu Flybe 0835 1430 £809

27-Sep-18 Thu Flybe 0835 1430 £789

Southend 01-May-18 Tue Easyjet 0630 1255 £729

10-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1255 £769

17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1255 £799

11-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 0630 1255 £819

20-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1255 £809

27-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 0630 1255 £789

Stansted 01-May-18 Tue Ryanair 0655 1320 £729

10-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0710 1320 £769

17-May-18 Thu Ryanair 0710 1320 £799

11-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 0655 1320 £819

20-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0710 1320 £809

27-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 0710 1320 £789


Single room £140



Sea view per week (on request) £50

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Walking in the Valleys of Roussillon (brochure page 18)

Holiday Code: 7WVR


Aberdeen** 19-Apr-18 Thu British Airways 1105 1730 £839

14-Jun-18 Thu British Airways 1105 1730 £899

04-Oct-18 Thu British Airways 1105 1730 £869

Birmingham 19-Apr-18 Thu Monarch 0640 1230 £719

14-Jun-18 Thu Monarch 0640 1230 £779

04-Oct-18 Thu Monarch 0640 1230 £749

Bristol 19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1445 1410 £719

14-Jun-18 Thu Easyjet 1445 1410 £779

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1445 1410 £749

Dublin 19-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 1230 1820 £719

14-Jun-18 Thu Ryanair 1230 1820 £779

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 1230 1820 £749

East Midlands 19-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0935 1500 £719

14-Jun-18 Thu Ryanair 0935 1500 £779

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0935 1500 £749

Edinburgh 19-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0630 1255 £719

14-Jun-18 Thu Ryanair 0630 1255 £779

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0630 1255 £749

Gatwick 19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1420 1650 £719

14-Jun-18 Thu Easyjet 1420 1650 £779

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1420 1650 £749


14-Jun-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1405 £819

04-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0735 1405 £789

Heathrow 19-Apr-18 Thu British Airways 1430 1300 £759

14-Jun-18 Thu British Airways 1430 1300 £819

04-Oct-18 Thu British Airways 1430 1300 £789

Leeds-Bradford 19-Apr-18 Thu Jet2 0840 1445 £759

14-Jun-18 Thu Jet2 0840 1445 £819

04-Oct-18 Thu Jet2 0840 1445 £789

Liverpool 19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0710 1230 £719

14-Jun-18 Thu Easyjet 0710 1230 £779

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0710 1230 £749

Luton 19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1205 £719

14-Jun-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1205 £779

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0700 1205 £749

Manchester 19-Apr-18 Thu Monarch 0725 1320 £719

14-Jun-18 Thu Monarch 0725 1320 £779

04-Oct-18 Thu Monarch 0725 1320 £749

Newcastle 19-Apr-18 Thu Easyjet 1725 2320 £719

14-Jun-18 Thu Easyjet 1725 2320 £779

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1725 2320 £749

Prestwick 19-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 1730 2345 £719

14-Jun-18 Thu Ryanair 1730 2345 £779

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 1730 2345 £749

Stansted 19-Apr-18 Thu Ryanair 0815 1220 £719

14-Jun-18 Thu Ryanair 0815 1220 £779

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0815 1220 £749

** via Heathrow


Single room April, October £0

Single room (other dates) £120

Walking in Tuscany & Liguria (brochure page 19)

Holiday Code: 7WTF

Q Pisa Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Bristol 15-May-18 Tue Easyjet 1425 1930 £869

11-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 1425 1930 £879

18-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 1425 1930 £869

Dublin 15-May-18 Tue Ryanair 0945 0920 £869

11-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 0945 0920 £879

18-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 0945 0920 £869

East Midlands 16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 1120 1625 £869

12-Sep-18 Wed Ryanair 1120 1625 £879

19-Sep-18 Wed Ryanair 1120 1625 £869

Edinburgh 15-May-18 Tue Ryanair 1515 2130 £869

11-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 1515 2130 £879

18-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 1515 2130 £869

Gatwick 16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1420 1925 £869

12-Sep-18 Wed Easyjet 1420 1925 £879

19-Sep-18 Wed Easyjet 1420 1925 £869

Heathrow 16-May-18 Wed British Airways 0850 1430 £909



Luton 16-May-18 Wed Easyjet 1235 1740 £869

12-Sep-18 Wed Easyjet 1235 1740 £879

19-Sep-18 Wed Easyjet 1235 1740 £869

Manchester 15-May-18 Tue Easyjet 1845 0015 £869

11-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 1845 0015 £879

18-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 1845 0015 £869


11-Sep-18 Tue Jet2 1605 2215 £919

18-Sep-18 Tue Jet2 1605 2215 £909

Prestwick 16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 1340 1315 £869

12-Sep-18 Wed Ryanair 1340 1315 £879

19-Sep-18 Wed Ryanair 1340 1315 £869

Stansted 16-May-18 Wed Ryanair 1445 1420 £869

12-Sep-18 Wed Ryanair 1445 1420 £879

19-Sep-18 Wed Ryanair 1445 1420 £869


Single room £100

Sea view (on request) £70

Walking - Monte Isola & the Camonica Valley (brochure page 20)

Holiday Code: 7WIS

Q Bergamo Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Bristol 09-Jun-18 Sat Ryanair 1255 1230 £919

15-Sep-18 Sat Ryanair 1255 1230 £919

Dublin 08-Jun-18 Fri Ryanair 0615 1145 £919

14-Sep-18 Fri Ryanair 0615 1145 £919

East Midlands 09-Jun-18 Sat Ryanair 1200 1650 £919

15-Sep-18 Sat Ryanair 1200 1650 £919

Edinburgh* 08-Jun-18 Fri Easyjet 0930 1935 £919

14-Sep-18 Fri Easyjet 0930 1935 £919

Glasgow* 09-Jun-18 Sat Easyjet 1935 1905 £919

15-Sep-18 Sat Easyjet 1935 1905 £919

Liverpool 08-Jun-18 Fri Blue Air 0630 1145 £919

14-Sep-18 Fri Blue Air 0630 1145 £919

Manchester 08-Jun-18 Fri Ryanair 1340 1840 £919

14-Sep-18 Fri Ryanair 1340 1840 £919

Stansted 08-Jun-18 Fri Ryanair 1330 1535 £919

14-Sep-18 Fri Ryanair 1330 1535 £919

* to Milan Malpensa


Single room

£140 (standard only)

Classic room with Balcony £49

Superior room with balcony (partial lake view) £70

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Walking on the Italian Riviera & Monte Carlo (brochure page 21)

Holiday Code: 7WBI

Q Nice Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Aberdeen** 23-Apr-18 Mon British Airways 1125 1740 £979

14-May-18 Mon British Airways 1125 1740 £989

04-Jun-18 Mon British Airways 1125 1740 £1,029

17-Sep-18 Mon British Airways 1125 1740 £1,009

Birmingham 23-Apr-18 Mon Monarch 1550 2100 £859

14-May-18 Mon Monarch 1550 2100 £869

04-Jun-18 Mon Monarch 1550 2100 £909

17-Sep-18 Mon Monarch 1550 2100 £889

Bristol 23-Apr-18 Mon Easyjet 1250 1735 £859

14-May-18 Mon Easyjet 1250 1735 £869

04-Jun-18 Mon Easyjet 1250 1735 £909

17-Sep-18 Mon Easyjet 1250 1735 £889

Dublin 23-Apr-18 Mon Ryanair 1720 2310 £859

14-May-18 Mon Ryanair 1720 2310 £869

04-Jun-18 Mon Ryanair 1720 2310 £909

17-Sep-18 Mon Ryanair 1720 2310 £889

Edinburgh 23-Apr-18 Mon Easyjet 1755 2345 £859

14-May-18 Mon Easyjet 1755 2345 £869

04-Jun-18 Mon Easyjet 1755 2345 £909

17-Sep-18 Mon Easyjet 1755 2345 £889

Gatwick 23-Apr-18 Mon Easyjet 1405 1835 £859

14-May-18 Mon Easyjet 1405 1835 £869

04-Jun-18 Mon Easyjet 1405 1835 £909

17-Sep-18 Mon Easyjet 1405 1835 £889

Heathrow 23-Apr-18 Mon British Airways 1430 1430 £899


04-Jun-18 Mon British Airways 1430 1430 £949

17-Sep-18 Mon British Airways 1430 1430 £929

Leeds-Bradford 23-Apr-18 Mon Jet2 1040 1615 £899

14-May-18 Mon Jet2 1040 1615 £909

04-Jun-18 Mon Jet2 1040 1615 £949

17-Sep-18 Mon Jet2 1040 1615 £929

Liverpool 23-Apr-18 Mon Easyjet 1250 1755 £859

14-May-18 Mon Easyjet 1250 1755 £869

04-Jun-18 Mon Easyjet 1250 1755 £909

17-Sep-18 Mon Easyjet 1250 1755 £889

Luton 23-Apr-18 Mon Easyjet 0715 1155 £859

14-May-18 Mon Easyjet 0715 1155 £869

04-Jun-18 Mon Easyjet 0715 1155 £909

17-Sep-18 Mon Easyjet 0715 1155 £889

Manchester 23-Apr-18 Mon Jet2 0815 1400 £899

14-May-18 Mon Jet2 0815 1400 £909

04-Jun-18 Mon Jet2 0815 1400 £949

17-Sep-18 Mon Jet2 0815 1400 £929

Newcastle** 23-Apr-18 Mon British Airways 1140 1555 £979


04-Jun-18 Mon British Airways 1140 1555 £1,029

17-Sep-18 Mon British Airways 1140 1555 £1,009

Stansted 23-Apr-18 Mon Easyjet 0700 1140 £859

14-May-18 Mon Easyjet 0700 1140 £869

04-Jun-18 Mon Easyjet 0700 1140 £909

17-Sep-18 Mon Easyjet 0700 1140 £889

** via Heathrow


Single room £100

Side sea view


Front sea view £70

Walking in the Cinque Terre, Portofino & Lake

Maggiore (brochure page 22)

Holiday Code: 7WPC

Q Milan Malpensa Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Aberdeen** 08-May-18 Tue British Airways 1105 1730 £1,089

18-Sep-18 Tue British Airways 1105 1730 £1,089

Birmingham 08-May-18 Tue Flybe 1205 1655 £969

18-Sep-18 Tue Flybe 1205 1655 £969

Bristol* 08-May-18 Tue Ryanair 0835 0810 £1,019

18-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 0835 0810 £1,019

Dublin* 08-May-18 Tue Ryanair 0615 1145 £1,019

18-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 0615 1145 £1,019

East Midlands* 08-May-18 Tue Ryanair 1200 1650 £1,019

18-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 1200 1650 £1,019

Edinburgh 08-May-18 Tue Easyjet 2005 1935 £969

18-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 2005 1935 £969


18-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 1345 1440 £969

Glasgow 08-May-18 Tue Easyjet 0935 0905 £969

18-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 0935 0905 £969

Heathrow 08-May-18 Tue British Airways 1510 1245 £1,009


Leeds-Bradford** 08-May-18 Tue British Airways 1430 1845 £1,089



18-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 0610 1825 £969


18-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 1440 1410 £969

Newcastle** 08-May-18 Tue British Airways 1140 1555 £1,089


Southend 08-May-18 Tue Flybe 1745 2215 £969

18-Sep-18 Tue Flybe 1745 2215 £969


18-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 0845 2240 £969

** via Heathrow * to Milan Bergamo


Single room £120

Lake view on Maggiore


Walking - Elba & Tuscany (brochure page 23)

Holiday Code: 7WEL

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Q Pisa Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Dublin 17-May-18 Thu Ryanair 1230 1145 £919

13-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1230 1145 £919

Edinburgh 17-May-18 Thu Ryanair 1835 1810 £919

13-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1835 1810 £919

Gatwick 17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 1225 1730 £919

13-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1225 1730 £919

Heathrow 17-May-18 Thu British Airways 0845 1435 £959

13-Sep-18 Thu British Airways 0845 1435 £959

Luton 17-May-18 Thu Easyjet 1235 1740 £919

13-Sep-18 Thu Easyjet 1235 1740 £919

Manchester 17-May-18 Thu Jet2 0845 1450 £959

13-Sep-18 Thu Jet2 0845 1450 £959

Stansted 17-May-18 Thu Ryanair 1445 1420 £919

13-Sep-18 Thu Ryanair 1445 1420 £919


Single room £140

Walking - Lake Maggiore (brochure page 24)

Holiday Code: 7WMG

Q Milan Malpensa Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Aberdeen** 15-May-18 Tue British Airways 1105 1730 £1,099


04-Oct-18 Thu British Airways 1105 1555 £1,089

Birmingham 15-May-18 Tue Flybe 1205 1655 £979

11-Sep-18 Tue Flybe 1205 1655 £999

04-Oct-18 Thu Flybe 1200 1135 £969

Bristol* 15-May-18 Tue Ryanair 0835 0810 £1,029

11-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 0835 0810 £1,049

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 1225 1710 £1,019

Cardiff 14-May-18 Mon Flybe 1000 1445 £979

10-Sep-18 Mon Flybe 1000 1445 £999

04-Oct-18 Thu Flybe 1000 1445 £969

Dublin* 15-May-18 Tue Ryanair 0615 1145 £1,029

11-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 0615 1145 £1,049

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0615 1140 £1,019

East Midlands* 15-May-18 Tue Ryanair 1200 1650 £1,029

11-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 1200 1650 £1,049

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 1230 1720 £1,019


11-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 2005 1935 £999

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1300 1230 £969


11-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 1345 1440 £999

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0655 1310 £969

Glasgow 15-May-18 Tue Easyjet 0935 0905 £979

11-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 0935 0905 £999

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0935 0905 £969

Heathrow 15-May-18 Tue British Airways 1510 1245 £1,019



Leeds-Bradford** 15-May-18 Tue British Airways 1430 1845 £1,099



Liverpool* 14-May-18 Mon Blue Air 1115 1630 £1,029

10-Sep-18 Mon Blue Air 1115 1630 £1,049


11-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 0610 1825 £999

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 0730 1205 £969


11-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 1440 1410 £999

04-Oct-18 Thu Easyjet 1440 1410 £969

Newcastle** 15-May-18 Tue British Airways 1140 1555 £1,099



Southend 15-May-18 Tue Flybe 1745 2215 £979

11-Sep-18 Tue Flybe 1745 2215 £999

04-Oct-18 Thu Flybe 1745 2215 £969


11-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 0845 2240 £999

04-Oct-18 Thu Ryanair 0845 2240 £969

** via Heathrow * to Milan Bergamo


Single room £140

Lake view


Walking in Crete – Coast & Mountains (brochure page 25)

Holiday Code: 7WHN

Q Heraklion Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price


25-Sep-18 Tue Monarch 1355 2255 £999

02-Oct-18 Tue Monarch 1355 2255 £949

Bristol 22-May-18 Tue Thomas Cook 1425 2340 £989

25-Sep-18 Tue Thomas Cook 1425 2340 £999

02-Oct-18 Tue Thomas Cook 1425 2340 £949

Cardiff 22-May-18 Tue Thomson 1245 2200 £1,009

25-Sep-18 Tue Thomson 1245 2200 £1,019

02-Oct-18 Tue Thomson 1245 2200 £969

East Midlands 22-May-18 Tue Jet2 1640 0215 £1,029

25-Sep-18 Tue Jet2 1640 0215 £1,039

02-Oct-18 Tue Jet2 1640 0215 £989


25-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 1525 0110 £999

02-Oct-18 Tue Easyjet 1525 0110 £949


25-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 0715 1555 £999

02-Oct-18 Tue Easyjet 0715 1555 £949

Glasgow 22-May-18 Tue Thomas Cook 1440 0030 £989


02-Oct-18 Tue Thomas Cook 1440 0030 £949

Leeds-Bradford 22-May-18 Tue Jet2 0855 1840 £1,029

25-Sep-18 Tue Jet2 0855 1840 £1,039

02-Oct-18 Tue Jet2 0855 1840 £989


25-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 1350 2300 £999

02-Oct-18 Tue Easyjet 1350 2300 £949

Newcastle 22-May-18 Tue Jet2 1510 0045 £1,029

25-Sep-18 Tue Jet2 1510 0045 £1,039

02-Oct-18 Tue Jet2 1510 0045 £989

Stansted 22-May-18 Tue Jet2 0700 1600 £1,029

25-Sep-18 Tue Jet2 0700 1600 £1,039

02-Oct-18 Tue Jet2 0700 1600 £989


Single room £120

Sea view in Gouves £28

Extra week in a single £420 Sea view £470

Extra week in a twin/double £300 Sea view £350

A new tourism tax in Crete will come into effect in 2018. The amount is not yet known, but it is expected to be 3 euros

per room per night. It is not included in the price of the holiday and will be payable by hotel guests directly to the hotel.

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Walking in Crete, Gouves – no single supplement

(brochure page 26)

Holiday Code: 7WSH

Q Heraklion Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price


15-May-18 Tue Monarch 1355 2255 £949

18-Sep-18 Tue Monarch 1355 2255 £969

Bristol 08-May-18 Tue Thomas Cook 1425 2340 £919

15-May-18 Tue Thomas Cook 1425 2340 £949


Cardiff 08-May-18 Tue Thomson 1245 2200 £939

15-May-18 Tue Thomson 1245 2200 £969

18-Sep-18 Tue Thomson 1245 2200 £989

East Midlands 08-May-18 Tue Jet2 1640 0215 £959

15-May-18 Tue Jet2 1640 0215 £989

18-Sep-18 Tue Jet2 1640 0215 £1,009


15-May-18 Tue Easyjet 1525 0110 £949

18-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 1525 0110 £969


15-May-18 Tue Easyjet 0715 1555 £949

18-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 0715 1555 £969

Glasgow 08-May-18 Tue Thomas Cook 1440 0030 £919

15-May-18 Tue Thomas Cook 1440 0030 £949


Leeds-Bradford 08-May-18 Tue Jet2 0855 1840 £959

15-May-18 Tue Jet2 0855 1840 £989

18-Sep-18 Tue Jet2 0855 1840 £1,009


15-May-18 Tue Easyjet 1350 2300 £949

18-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 1350 2300 £969


15-May-18 Tue Jet2 1510 0045 £989

18-Sep-18 Tue Jet2 1510 0045 £1,009

Stansted 08-May-18 Tue Jet2 0700 1600 £959

15-May-18 Tue Jet2 0700 1600 £989

18-Sep-18 Tue Jet2 0700 1600 £1,009


Single room £0

Extra week £400

Sea view per week £50

A new tourism tax in Crete will come into effect in 2018. The amount is not yet known, but it is expected to be 3 euros

per room per night. It is not included in the price of the holiday and will be payable by hotel guests directly to the hotel.

Walking in Poland – Krakow & the High Tatras

(brochure page 27)

Holiday Code: 7WKZ

Walking in the Julian Alps of Slovenia, Venice & Trieste

(brochure page 28)

Holiday Code: 7WVT

Q Venice Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Bristol 14-May-18 Mon Easyjet 1500 1430 £869

10-Sep-18 Mon Easyjet 1500 1430 £869

Dublin 14-May-18 Mon Aer Lingus 0720 1330 £869

10-Sep-18 Mon Aer Lingus 0720 1330 £869

East Midlands* 14-May-18 Mon Ryanair 1215 1705 £869

10-Sep-18 Mon Ryanair 1215 1705 £869

Edinburgh 14-May-18 Mon Easyjet 1425 1355 £869

10-Sep-18 Mon Easyjet 1425 1355 £869

Gatwick 14-May-18 Mon Easyjet 1230 1725 £869

10-Sep-18 Mon Easyjet 1230 1725 £869

Heathrow 14-May-18 Mon British Airways 0855 1425 £909

10-Sep-18 Mon British Airways 0855 1425 £909

Leeds-Bradford 14-May-18 Mon Jet2 0700 1250 £909

10-Sep-18 Mon Jet2 0700 1250 £909

Luton 14-May-18 Mon Easyjet 1325 1820 £869

10-Sep-18 Mon Easyjet 1325 1820 £869

Manchester 14-May-18 Mon Jet2 0730 1335 £909

10-Sep-18 Mon Jet2 0730 1335 £909

Stansted* 14-May-18 Mon Ryanair 1310 2340 £869

10-Sep-18 Mon Ryanair 1310 2340 £869

*to Treviso


Single room £100

Walking in the Transylvanian Alps & Bucharest

(brochure page 29)

Holiday Code: 7WBU

Q Bucharest Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Aberdeen** 11-May-18 Fri British Airways 1415 1335 £1,009

08-Jun-18 Fri British Airways 1415 1335 £1,019

28-Sep-18 Fri British Airways 1415 1335 £1,009

Belfast City** 11-May-18 Fri British Airways 0645 1435 £1,009



Birmingham* 12-May-18 Sat Blue Air 1000 0915 £889

09-Jun-18 Sat Blue Air 1000 0915 £899

29-Sep-18 Sat Blue Air 1000 0915 £889

Bristol* 12-May-18 Sat Ryanair 1700 1635 £889

09-Jun-18 Sat Ryanair 1700 1635 £899

29-Sep-18 Sat Ryanair 1700 1635 £889

Doncaster/Shef* 12-May-18 Sat Wizz Air 0820 0745 £889

09-Jun-18 Sat Wizz Air 0820 0745 £899

29-Sep-18 Sat Wizz Air 0820 0745 £889

Glasgow 11-May-18 Fri Wizz Air 2155 2125 £889

08-Jun-18 Fri Wizz Air 2155 2125 £899

28-Sep-18 Fri Wizz Air 2155 2125 £889

Heathrow 11-May-18 Fri British Airways 1055 1010 £929

08-Jun-18 Fri British Airways 1055 1010 £939

28-Sep-18 Fri British Airways 1055 1010 £929

Liverpool 11-May-18 Fri Blue Air 0925 0840 £889

08-Jun-18 Fri Blue Air 0925 0840 £899

28-Sep-18 Fri Blue Air 0925 0840 £889

Luton 11-May-18 Fri Blue Air 1035 1725 £889

08-Jun-18 Fri Blue Air 1035 1725 £899

28-Sep-18 Fri Blue Air 1035 1725 £889

Newcastle** 11-May-18 Fri British Airways 1525 1445 £1,009



Stansted 11-May-18 Fri Ryanair 0840 1735 £889

08-Jun-18 Fri Ryanair 0840 1735 £899

28-Sep-18 Fri Ryanair 0840 1735 £889

** via Heathrow *Saturday departures spend the first and last two nights in Bucharest


Single room £140

Q Krakow Date Day Airline Dep Rtn Price

Aberdeen** 26-Jun-18 Tue Lufthansa 1615 2245 £889

18-Sep-18 Tue Lufthansa 1615 2245 £889

Belfast Int 26-Jun-18 Tue Easyjet 1010 1615 £769

18-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 1010 1615 £769

Edinburgh 26-Jun-18 Tue Ryanair 1745 2340 £769

18-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 1745 2340 £769

Gatwick 26-Jun-18 Tue Easyjet 0925 1510 £769

18-Sep-18 Tue Easyjet 0925 1510 £769

Heathrow 26-Jun-18 Tue British Airways 1645 2230 £809

18-Sep-18 Tue British Airways 1645 2230 £809

Leeds-Bradford 26-Jun-18 Tue Ryanair 2010 1945 £769

18-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 2010 1945 £769

Stansted 26-Jun-18 Tue Ryanair 0855 2325 £769

18-Sep-18 Tue Ryanair 0855 2325 £769

** via Frankfurt


Single room £140

14

TRAVEL INSURANCE FOR BOOKINGS TAKEN UP TO 31 DECEMBER 2017

This information is subject to change without notice.

Travel insurance is a vital aspect to booking a holiday, giving you protection against unforeseen

circumstances that could otherwise spoil your holiday. It is important that you purchase travel

insurance that properly covers your participation in whatever activities you may undertake at the time

that you make your booking. To assist you with this, we have arranged travel insurance from Travel

& General Insurance Services Limited. Should you decide not to purchase our insurance, you must

provide us with details of your alternative insurance with your final payment.

The schedule of the cover opposite sets out a summary of the cover provided by our insurance.

Preferred Travel Services is an Appointed Representative of Travel & General Insurance Services

Limited, who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Details of which can be

found at www.fca.gov.uk or by calling 0800 111 6768.

THIS SUMMARY APPLIES TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF EIGHTY YEARS AT THE DATE OF

DEPARTURE.

Premiums for persons under the age of 80 years at the time of departure are shown elsewhere in the

brochure. We regret cover is not available to persons aged over 80 years at the date of departure.

These details are correct as at 21 August 2017 and are subject to change without notice. As cover

under the Cancellation section commences immediately the holiday booking has been confirmed, no

refund in premium can be allowed. In the unlikely event that we have to cancel your holiday, any

insurance premiums paid to Preferred Travel Services will automatically be refunded. However, we

cannot refund premiums paid to other insurers. If you have arranged your own insurance please check

that the premium will be refunded in the event of cancellation by us.

Walking Holidays. Please check with your insurer if in doubt. Our travel insurance covers you for group

walks up to an altitude of 3000m. Some insurers have lower limits – usually 2000m. Our "Walking in

the Pyrenees" goes up to 2570m, “Walking in Tenerife” is up to 2550m and ‘’Walking – Romania’’ is up

to 2210m. If you decide to walk separately from our group, or if you have not taken out our insurance

please ensure your cover is valid.

Important declaration

An insurance policy can only provide cover in respect of an event/occurrence which is sudden,

unforeseen and beyond your reasonable control. Any facts known to you, which could possibly

result in you having to make a claim, must be disclosed otherwise you may not be covered. In

addition, anyone named under the policy must have read and understood the following relating to

Pre-Existing Medical Conditions which are defined as:

a) Any respiratory condition (relating to the lungs or breathing), heart condition, stroke, Crohn’s disease,

epilepsy, allergy, or cancer for which you (or any other person not necessarily travelling but upon

whom travel depends such as a Close Relative) have ever received treatment (including surgery,

tests or investigations by your doctor or a consultant/specialist, or prescribed drugs/medication).

b) Any Medical Condition for which you (or any other person not necessarily travelling but upon

whom travel depends such as a Close Relative) have received surgery, in-patient treatment or

investigations in a hospital or clinic within the last twelve months, or prescribed drugs/medication.

1. Have You or a Close Relative ever received treatment (including surgery, tests or investigations by

Your doctor, a consultant or specialist), or been prescribed drugs or medication for any respiratory

condition (relating to the lungs or breathing), heart condition, stroke, Crohn’s disease, epilepsy,

allergy, or cancer?

2. Have You or a Close Relative received surgery, in-patient treatment or investigations in a hospital or

clinic or been prescribed drugs or medication, within the last twelve months, for any other medical

condition?

3. Are You aware of any circumstances that could reasonably be expected to give rise to a claim on

this policy?

If you have answered yes to any of these questions or are in any doubt you must call Healthcheck in

confidence on: 01702 427 253. The medical screening helpline may be contacted between 09.00 and

These Booking Conditions and the information in the brochure and

our website form the basis of your contract with Preferred Travel

Services (‘we’ and ‘us’). ‘You’ means the person making the booking

(including anyone who is added or substituted at a later date).

1.Your contract – when you make a booking you guarantee that you

have the authority to accept and do accept on behalf of your party

the terms of these booking conditions. A contract will exist as soon

as we send our confirmation invoice. This contract is made on the

terms of these booking conditions, which are governed by English

Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts. You may however,

choose the law and jurisdiction of Scotland or Northern Ireland if you

wish to do so.

2. Payment – in order to confirm your holiday, the appropriate deposit

must be paid at the time of booking. The balance of the holiday cost

must be received by the Balance Due Date which will be shown on

our confirmation invoice. The Balance Due Date is 8 weeks before

departure for Group A Holidays (holidays by air), 6 weeks before

departure for Group B Holidays (holidays with no flight of more than

4 days duration) and 4 weeks before departure for Group C Holidays

(holidays with no flight of 4 days or less). If you are booking after that

date full payment must accompany your booking form. Reminders are

not sent. If we do not receive payments due in full, on time, we shall

cancel your travel arrangements and retain your deposit.

3. Your holiday price – we reserve the right to alter the prices of any

of the holidays shown in our brochure. You will be advised of the

current price of the holiday that you wish to book before your contract

is confirmed. The price of your travel arrangements was calculated

using exchange rates quoted in the Financial Times Guide to World

Currencies on 21/08/17 in relation to the following currencies: £1 =

Euro 1.09. The price of your travel arrangements is fully guaranteed

and will not be subject to any surcharges.

4. Changes by you – if, after our confirmation invoice has been issued,

you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, for example

your chosen departure date or accommodation, we will do our utmost

to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request

A

B

C

D

E

Single trip policy – Summary of Schedule of Standard Cover

Section Sum insured per person Excess per person

Cancellation and

curtailment charges

Up to £5,000 £75*

Medical Expenses Up to £5,000,000 £75

In Patient Benefit £500 Nil

Criminal Injuries Benefit £5,000 Nil

Personal Accident –

disability

£25,000 Nil

Death £10,000 Nil

Delayed Departure or

Arrival, or

Cancellation due to

Delayed Departure

Hi-jack of Aircraft, train

or sea vessel

£100 Nil

£5,000 Nil

£3,000 Nil

Failure of Transport £1,000 Nil

Missed Connection £1,000 Nil

Personal Effects

single item limit £400)

(Valuables limited to

£500 in total)

£2,500 £75

Money £500 £75

Tickets £1,000 £75

Passport or Visas £250 £75

Temporary Loss of

Baggage

BOOKING CONDITIONS – 2018 SEASON

for changes to be made must be in writing from the person who made

the booking. You will be asked to pay an administration charge of £15

per person, and any further cost we incur in making this alteration.

You should be aware that these costs could increase the closer to the

departure date that changes are made and you should contact us as

soon as possible.

Note: Certain travel arrangements (eg. Air Tickets) may not be

changeable after a reservation has been made and any alteration

request could incur a cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part

of the arrangements.

5. Cancellation by you – should you or a member of your party need to

cancel the holiday once it has been confirmed, you must immediately

advise us in writing. Notice of cancellation is only effective when it

is received in writing at our offices (see Date Received in the table

below). Since we incur costs in cancelling your travel arrangements,

you will have to pay cancellation charges in the table below (shown

as loss of deposit up to the Balance Due Date and percentages of the

total holiday cost thereafter). Insurance premiums are non refundable.

Date Received Group A Group B Group C

More than 56 days loss of deposit loss of deposit loss of deposit

More than 42 days 50% loss of deposi loss of deposit

56-29 days 50% 50% loss of deposit

42-29 days 50% 50% loss of deposit

More than 28 days 50% 50% loss of deposit

28-8 days 75% 75% 75%

7 days or less 100% 100% 100%

Please see clause 2 for definitions of Group A, B and C. The Date

Received is the number of days before the departure date of the

holiday we receive your cancellation in writing. Should one of the

members of your party cancel who is sharing a double/twin room,

the relevant single room supplement will become payable and added

to your holiday cost.

£100 Nil

F Personal Liability £2,000,000 £250

G Legal Expenses £15,000 Nil

* Cancellation excess for loss of deposit on air holidays is nil. Cancellation excess for UK trips of three days or less is nil.

17.00 Monday to Friday and 10.00 to 16.00 on Saturdays. Healthcheck will confirm whether or not

cover is available for the condition. An additional premium may be payable.

A policy document that fully defines the cover, conditions and exclusions will be sent to you with your

booking confirmation. When you receive your policy, please take the time to read it carefully to ensure

you understand what is and what is not covered, and that all activities that you may wish to participate

in are included. If it does not meet your requirements, please return the policy, proof of premium and

any other relevant documents to us within 14 days of receipt and we will refund the premium in full,

provided you have not travelled or made a claim.

Failure to comply with the terms & conditions of the policy may result in cover being restricted.

6. If We Change or Cancel Your Holiday – As we plan your holiday

arrangements many months in advance we may occasionally have to

make changes or cancel your booking and we reserve the right to do

so at any time. Changes If we make a major change to your holiday,

we will inform you as soon as reasonably possible if there is time

before your departure. You will have the choice of either accepting

the change of arrangements, accepting an offer of alternative travel

arrangements of comparable standard from us if available (we will

refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value), or

cancelling your holiday and receiving a full refund of all monies paid.

In some cases we will also pay compensation (see below). These

options don’t apply for minor changes. Examples of minor changes

include alteration of your outward/return flights which reduce your stay

in resort by less than 12 hours, a change of overseas airport, changes

to aircraft type, change of accommodation to another of the same or

higher standard, changes of carriers. Please note that carriers such

as airlines used in the brochure are subject to change. Cancellation

We will not cancel your travel arrangements after the Balance Due

Date (see clause 2), except for reasons of force majeure or failure by

you to pay the final balance. We may cancel your holiday before this

date if, e.g., the minimum number of clients required for a particular

travel arrangement is not reached. If your holiday is cancelled you can

either have a refund of all monies paid or accept an offer of alternative

travel arrangements of comparable standard from us, if available (we

will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value).

In some cases we will pay compensation (see below). If we make

a change to or cancel your travel arrangements for any reason, we

will not reimburse any expenses, costs or losses including, but not

limited to, payments to third parties such as insurance premiums, car

parking, hotel accommodation, currency, connecting flights or other

travel arrangements, kennelling fees etc. Compensation If we cancel

or make a major change we will pay compensation as detailed below

except where the major change or cancellation arises due to reasons

of force majeure. The compensation that we offer does not exclude

you from claiming more if you are entitled to do so.

15

Number of days before departure Compensation for each

we advise you of cancellation full fare paying Customer

or major change Group A Group B Group C

More than 56 days Nil Nil Nil

56-43 days £10 Nil Nil

42-29 days £20 £10 Nil

28-15 days £30 £15 £10

14-0 days £40 £20 £15

Please see Clause 2 definitions of Group A, B and C.

Force Majeure: We will not pay you compensation if we have to

cancel or change your travel arrangements in any way because

of unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control.

These can include, for example, war, riot, industrial dispute, terrorist

activity and its consequences, natural or nuclear disaster, fire,

adverse weather conditions, epidemics and pandemics, unavoidable

technical problems with transport.

7. Our Liability to you – (a) We make every effort to ensure that

all arrangements are made correctly and efficiently. We accept

responsibility if any of the services which we have agreed to provide

for you as part of our contract with you prove deficient or not of

a reasonable standard. We also accept responsibility for what our

employees, agents, suppliers and sub-contractors do or do not do

(providing they were at the time carrying out work authorised by us)

except for death, personal injury or illness results (dealt with below).

This acceptance of responsibility is, however, subject to force

majeure and the other terms of these Booking Conditions.

(b) Subject to these Booking Conditions, we accept responsibility

should you or any member of your party suffer death, personal

injury, illness, loss or damage as a result of any failure to perform or

improper performance of any part of our contract with you by any of

our employees, agents, suppliers or sub-contractors (providing they

were at the time carrying out work authorised by us) except in the

following situations. We will not be liable where any failure to perform

or improper performance was due to:- the act(s) and/or omission(s)

of the person(s) affected; or those of a third party not connected

with the provision of your holiday and which were unforeseeable or

unavoidable or an event which either ourselves or the supplier of the

service(s) in question could not have foreseen or avoided even with

all due care.

(c) It is a condition of the acceptance of liability set out in clauses

7(a) and 7(b) of these Booking Conditions that you notify us in

accordance with the terms of clause 9 of any claim made by you or

any member of your party. Any person(s) to whom any payment is

made (and their parent or guardian if that person is under 18 years

of age) must assign to ourselves or our insurers any rights they may

have to pursue any third party in connection with the claim. You must

provide us and our insurers with all assistance we may reasonably

require.

(d) In all cases, we limit the maximum amount we may have to pay

you and/or any member of your party for any or all claims or parts

of claims which involve, air, sea, rail or road carriers and/or hotel

keepers and other services they provide as if we were carriers/hotel

keepers within the applicable international conventions (eg., Warsaw

Convention as amended for travel by air, Athens Convention for

travel by sea). Therefore for all claims which result from international

carriage, compensation will only be paid for those conditions where

the carriers concerned would be obliged to pay compensation at

the relevant international convention were a claim made against

that carrier in that particular situation. You must give credit for all

payments received from the carrier or other suppliers.

(e) This clause 7 is intended to set out our obligations to you as a

tour operator in the light of the Package Travel, Package Holidays and

Package Tours Regulations 1992. Please note, we regret we cannot

make any payment to you or any member of your party if the person

concerned is not entitled to one from us under these Regulations.

8. Prompt assistance in resort – If the contract we have with you

is not performed or is improperly performed as a result of failures

attributable to a third party unconnected with the provision of the

services, or as a result of failures due to unusual and unforeseeable

circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could

not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised, or an

event which we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not

foresee or forestall, and you suffer an injury or other material loss,

we will offer you such prompt assistance as is reasonable in the

circumstances.

9. Complaints and problems – If you have a problem during your

holiday, please inform the relevant supplier (e.g. your hotelier) and

our resort representative immediately who will endeavour to put

things right. If your complaint is not resolved locally, please follow

this up within 28 days of your return home by writing by post to our

Customer Services Department giving your booking reference and all

other relevant information. Please keep your letter concise and to the

point. This will assist us to quickly identify your concerns and speed

up our response to you.

It is strongly recommended that you communicate any complaint to

the supplier of the services in question as well as to our representative

without delay and complete a report form whilst in resort. If you fail

to follow this simple procedure we will have been deprived of the

opportunity to investigate and rectify your complaint whilst you were

in resort and this may affect your rights under this contract. We are

a Member of ABTA, membership number W3692. We are obliged

to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of

Conduct. We can also offer you ABTA’s scheme for the resolution

of disputes which is approved by the Chartered Trading Standards

Institute. If we can’t resolve your complaint, go to www.abta.com

to use ABTA’s simple procedure. Further information on the Code

and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.

abta.com.

10. Behaviour – when you book with us, you accept responsibility for

any damage or loss caused by you or any member of your party. Full

payment for any such damage or loss must be paid direct at the time

to the accommodation owner or manager or other supplier. If you fail

to do so, you will be responsible for meeting any claims (including

legal costs) subsequently made against us as a result of your actions.

We expect all clients to have consideration for other people. If in our

opinion or in the opinion of any other person in authority, you or any

member of your party behaves in such a way as to cause or be likely

to cause danger, annoyance or distress to any third party or damage

to property, we are entitled, without prior notice, to terminate the

holiday of the person(s) concerned. In this situation, the person(s)

concerned will be required to leave the accommodation or other

service. We will have no further responsibility toward such person(s)

including any return travel arrangements. No refunds will be made

and we will not pay any expenses or costs incurred as a result of

the termination.

11. Conditions of suppliers – many of the services which make up

your holiday are provided by independent suppliers. Those suppliers

provide these services in accordance with their own terms and

conditions. Some of these terms and conditions may limit or exclude

the supplier’s liability to you, usually in accordance with applicable

International Conventions. Copies of the relevant parts of these terms

and conditions are available on request from ourselves or the supplier

concerned.

12. Special requests and medical problems – if you have a request,

you must advise us at time of booking and clearly note it on your

booking form. Although we will try to pass any reasonable requests

on to the relevant supplier, we regret we cannot guarantee any

request will be met. Failure to meet any special request will not be a

breach of contract; we cannot accept any booking which is specified

to be conditional on the fulfillment of a particular request. All such

bookings will be treated as standard bookings subject to the above

provisions on special requests. If you or a member of your party has

a medical problem/disability which may affect your holiday, please

tell us before you book so that we can advise accordingly, also, you

must give us full details in writing at the time of booking. Please note

that to get the best out of your visit to certain places may involve

walking on inclines, through cobbled streets etc. If we feel unable to

accommodate the needs of the person concerned, or reasonably feel

that the enjoyment of other travellers may be prejudiced, we reserve

the right to decline/cancel their reservation. We regret we cannot

accept any bookings from wheelchair users unless travelling with

a companion able and willing to take responsibility when boarding

coaches, trains etc and on excursions. If this proves not to be the

case at the start of or during your holiday, we shall assist in making

arrangements for your immediate return to the UK at your own cost

and we shall not pay compensation or make any refund in respect

holiday curtailment. Our representatives, guides, coach drivers etc.

are not permitted to offer physical assistance.

13. Passports, visas and health requirements. Your specific

passport and visa requirements, and other immigration requirements

are your responsibility and you should confirm these with the relevant

Embassies and/or Consulates. We do not accept any responsibility if

you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport,

visa or immigration requirements.

Information on health is contained in a leaflet (Health Advice for

Travellers) available from local Department of Health offices and most

Post Offices. For holidays outside the UK you should have a European

Health Insurance Card prior to departure. It is your responsibility

to ensure that you are in possession of all necessary travel and

health documents before departure. The Foreign & Commonwealth

Travel Advice Unit may have issued information about your holiday

destination. You are advised to check this information on the internet

under the address http://www.fco.gov.uk/

14. Your Financial Protection – We provide full financial protection

for our package holidays. For flight-based holidays this is through our

Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number 5537. When you buy an ATOL

protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive

an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where

you can get information on what this means for you and who to

contact if things go wrong. We will provide you with the services

listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some

cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons

of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the

services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to

you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative

ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any

money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that

alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases

it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which

case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or

your credit card issuer where applicable). If we are unable to provide

the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative

ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees

of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit

on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such

a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any

claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the

non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the

travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable). You also

agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if

that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL

scheme.

When you buy a package holiday that doesn’t include a flight,

protection is provided by way of a bond held by ABTA.

15. Brochure Accuracy – the information and prices shown in this

brochure may have changed by the time you come to book. Whilst

every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the brochure and prices

at the time of printing, regrettably errors do occasionally occur. You

must therefore ensure you check all details of your chosen holiday

(including the price) with us at the time of booking. This brochure

is our sole responsibility. It is not issued on behalf of and does not

commit any other organisation/ carriers whose services are featured.

16. Safety standards – please note, it is the requirements and

standards of the country in which any services which make up your

holiday are provided which apply to those services and not those of

the UK. As a general rule, these requirements and standards will not

be the same as the UK and may sometimes be lower.

17. Brochure Information & Timings – all timings given are for

general guidance only and are subject to change. Please note that

changes to flight departure times which reduce your stay in resort

by less than 12 hours are not major changes for the purposes of

clause 6. Precise timings, intended order of excursions/visits and

joining instructions will be sent with your tickets approximately

ten days before departure. You are asked to remember that hotel,

resort or other facilities may not be available during your stay

due to seasonality or may be withdrawn for maintenance or other

reasons beyond our control. In these circumstances we shall bear

no resulting liability. Please note: the duration/number of days

shown in the brochure includes the days of departure and return.

Any photographs/ illustrations contained in this brochure are purely

representative of the type of places visited, and do not necessarily

depict your exact accommodation/destination.

18. Flight Delays and Flights – While we shall try to assist in

every way to minimise the effects of any delays we do not accept

liability for any delays which occur. Where a delay does occur we

shall consult with the airline concerned regarding the provision

of appropriate refreshments. Some protection is afforded by our

recommended travel insurance, and you should ensure your own

insurance policy provides adequate cover for flight delays and

cancellation. Under EU law you have rights in some circumstances

to refunds and/or compensation from your airline in cases of denied

boarding, cancellation or delay to flights. Full details of these rights

will be publicised at EU airports and will also be available from

airlines. However reimbursement in such cases is the responsibility

of the airline and will not automatically entitle you to a refund of your

holiday cost from us. Your right to a refund and/or compensation

from us is set out in clause 6. If any payments to you are due from

us, any payment made to you by the airline will be deducted from

this amount. If your airline does not comply with these rules you

should complain to the CAA online at www.caa.co.uk. For assistance

by phone call 020 7453 6888. Please note that very occasionally an

airline may add a touchdown en route. In this case a flight with an

intermediate stop not involving a change of aircraft is still considered

a direct flight.

19. Hotel Ratings, Bedrooms and Meals. We are required by law to

state the star rating of hotels. All star ratings stated are those given

by the authorities of the country concerned and are an indication

only of relative standards. Actual standards can vary between hotels

of the same category. Similarly, as the basis for star ratings varies

from country to country, hotels with the same rating but in different

countries may not be of the same standard. Facilities in single rooms

may differ from double rooms. Hotels charge a supplement for single

rooms even where there is only one single bed as the costs of the

upkeep of the room is the same, regardless of how many people

occupy it. Triple rooms may consist of a double bed and bed-settee

or folding bed. Our aim of providing holidays with interesting and

unusual itineraries takes us to places away from mass-market

tourism. In some cases, where dinner is included, it may be on a

fixed menu basis with no choice as opposed to buffet style. Please

notify us of any dietary requirements. Depending on flight timings,

dinner may consist of a cold plate on arrival at the hotel if the kitchens

are closed.

20. Third Party Websites – We are not responsible for the contents

of websites of hotels or other suppliers and tourist boards etc.

included in this brochure or on our website. Their contents do not

form part of our contract with you nor can they be construed as

representations by us.

Preferred Travel Services

is a Trading Name of High Concepts Limited.

Reg. in England No. 4000185.

Reg. Office: Christopher House, 94B London Road,

Leicester LE2 0QS.

ATOL 5537 ABTA No. W3692

Issued August 2017


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with the brochure. Then COMPLETE THIS BOOKING FORM IN BLOCK CAPITALS

and return it with deposit payment or full payment (plus insurance if applicable) to

Preferred Travel Services, 41 High Street, Kibworth Beauchamp, Leicester, LE8 0HS.

Cheques should be made payable to Preferred Travel Services.

Holiday Title.........................................................................................................................................

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Passenger details



Lead Passenger (who must sign this form in

the PAYMENTS section):

Title................................................................................

Forenames..................................................................

Surname......................................................................

Address........................................................................

........................................................................................

........................................................................................

..........................................Postcode...........................

Tel. day.........................................................................

Tel. mobile...................................................................

Tel. emergency.....................................................

Email.............................................................................

.............................................................................

Date of birth .........................................................

Nationality...................................................................

Passport No................................................................


dd / mm / yy

Issuing Country.........................................................

Passenger 2:

Title................................................................................

Forenames..................................................................

Surname......................................................................

Date of birth .........................................................

Nationality...................................................................

Passport No................................................................


dd / mm / yy

Issuing Country.........................................................

Passenger 3:

Title................................................................................

Forenames..................................................................

Surname......................................................................

Date of birth .........................................................

Nationality...................................................................

Passport No................................................................


dd / mm / yy

Issuing Country.........................................................

Passenger 4:

Title................................................................................

Forenames..................................................................

Surname......................................................................

Date of birth ........................................................

Nationality...................................................................

Passport No................................................................


dd / mm / yy

Issuing Country.........................................................

£

BN

ASB

Office use only

W3692


with the brochure. Then COMPLETE THIS BOOKING FORM IN BLOCK CAPITALS

and return it with deposit payment or full payment (plus insurance if applicable) to

Preferred Travel Services, 41 High Street, Kibworth Beauchamp, Leicester, LE8 0HS.

Cheques should be made payable to Preferred Travel Services.

Holiday Title.........................................................................................................................................

....................................................................................................HOLIDAY CODE....................................



DEPARTURE DATE ...............................................

dd / mm / yy Duration..................................................

NUMBER OF ROOMS







............................................................................................................................................

............................................................................................................................................

INSURANCE


Your Insurer.......................................................................................................................



Deposit £...................................



TOTAL £...................................


In signing I have read and accept all details in the booking conditions and do so

on behalf of all those named under Passenger Details


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