Suffolk’s quaint villages, glorious countryside and beautiful coast have attracted artists and writers for centuries. This tour explores the landscapes and art of Thomas Gainsborough, and John Constable, and also takes us to the famous Anglo-Saxon burial ground at Sutton Hoo, on a river cruise, and to the delightful seaside town of Aldeburgh.

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We stay six nights at the 4 star Terme Roma Hotel (www.termeroma.it) in the charming spa town of Abano Terme near Padova. All rooms are ensuite, there are indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and we will enjoy a set three course dinner every evening.

Visits will include, the Villa Barbaro at Maser, Asolo, Bassano del Grappa, Villa Sandi, including Prosecco tasting, a guided tour of Palladio’s Vicenza, Teatro Olimpico, a boat trip to the Islands of the Venetian Lagoon, Padua & Cappella degli Scrovegni, and a guided tour of Verona. 

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13th to 18th October 2025

Norfolk, a county of glorious coastline, beautiful countryside and stunning waterways also has a rich artistic heritage and vibrant contemporary art scene. 

Wealthy and influential landowners have left a legacy of magnificent stately homes, packed with treasures and our tour takes us to the classic highlights and hidden gems of the county including Palladian houses, a scenic boat trip on the Norfolk Broads and a coastal steam train ride.

Dunston Hall is our base for the holiday, set in a delightful rural landscape yet just a short hop from vibrant Norwich. This 1859 built mansion oozes touches of contemporary charm within a quintessentially Elizabethan setting.

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This is a seven day trip to include some of the most iconic towns and Cities in Tuscany. Including guided tours of the Uffizi Gallery, Florence, Pisa, Lucca, and the Palazzo Vita. The trip will be based at the four star Grand Hotel Tamerici & Principe in Montecatini Terme, includes dinner, travel and entry fees. This trip is fully subscribed.

23rd to 27th September 2024

The trip will include:

Four nights’ accommodation on a half board basis at The Grand hotel,
Torquay (4 star), with welcome drink on arrival, and Porter service, and with five days travel by executive coach and return ferry trip from Dartmouth to Greenway. There will be visits with guided tours to Forde Abbey, Torre Abbey, the Royal Naval College,  and an Agatha Christie themed walking tour of Torquay. 

With further visits to Coates English Willow, which will include lunch, and visits to two National Trust properties, Greenway, and Coleton Fishacre.

28th April – 4th May 2024

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The trip will include all travel, 4* hotel accommodation, and visits to, Belvedere Positano, Ravello, Herculaneum – guided tour, Oplontis & Villa Poppaea – guided tour, Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii, Paestum – guided tour, Naples – guided tour and Museo Nazionale Archaeologico.

The price per person is £1479, with a £199 single person supplement, and a small local hotel tax charge. Insurance (including COVID cover)  is available for £66.