Christmas by Coach contd… Christmas in the Ardennes/Ahr Valley

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Christmas in the Ardennes/Ahr Valley
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CHrIStMaS - By Coach The Ardennes 5 days £399 NEW HALF BOARD Whats Included H Return travel by executive coach H Channel crossings by ferry H Four nights half board accommodation H Services of a Travelsphere Tour Manager H Drive through the Semois Valley H La-Roche-en-Ardennes excursion H Festive meals as detailed from Highlights Include La-Roche-en-Ardennes Drive through the Semois Valley Optional Excursion Belgian brewery visit & tasting Set in the plunging valley of the River Semois, Bouillon is one of the most picturesque towns of the Ardennes. An ancient castle guards the narrow streets lined with shops and restaurants where you can try the local cuisine and perhaps sample superb local beers at the brewery. Your historic hotel, with many of its original features tastefully restored, is a delightful place to relax and enjoy the Christmas festivities. Your ItInerarY tueSDaY 23rd - Local departure and a midmorning crossing to Calais. Early evening arrival in Bouillon for a four night stay. Dinner at the hotel. CHrIStMaS eVe - Free to explore Bouillon. You can learn more about the towns history at the Archeoscope, stroll round the fortified medieval castle, or join our optional visit to the brewery to taste the superb local beers. This evening enjoy a festive four course dinner with music and dancing. You can join the locals at Midnight Mass if you wish. CHrIStMaS DaY - Join our included half day scenic drive through the beautiful Semois Valley passed the picturesque villages of Rochehaut and Poupehand to Botassart, a local beauty spot known as the Giants Tomb. This evening we enjoy the Christmas party atmosphere at a festive five course dinner with music and dancing. BoXInG DaY - This morning we include a visit to the pretty town of La Roche-en-Ardennes where you can explore the local walking trails, or simply relax in a typical café and try the local speciality, Ardennes cured ham. SaturDaY 27th - Depart and head back to Calais and your return crossing to the UK, returning to your original departure point in the evening. BouiLLon Your Hotel You will stay at the popular four star Hotel de la Poste in the centre of Bouillon overlooking the River Semois. The hotel has a bar, restaurant, lounge and lift. All bedrooms feature private facilities, TV and telephone. 2008 Date & Price Holiday ref: XBA 23 December £399 Deposit £50 per person n Single room £55 River view rooms £30 per person For insurance information, please see page 78. All prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double-bedded room with private facilities Free loCal DepartureS, or joIn at tHe port Join FREE at a local departure point. See page 79 for your relevant area or join direct at the port on any date shown above To view dates and prices click here CHrIStMaS - By Coach To book click here Ahr Valley 5 days £359 ALL EXCURSIONS INCLUDED HALF BOARD Whats Included H Return travel by executive coach H Channel crossings by ferry H Four nights half board accommodation H Services of a Travelsphere Tour Manager H Welcome drink H Festive Christmas eve dinner H Three excursions as detailed H Traditional Christmas dinner H party night H Wine tasting from Highlights Include Altenahr Ahrweiler Eifel Hills & Bad Münstereifel Moselle Valley & Cochem Wine Tasting Evening one of germanys prettiest regions, just over the border from Holland and Belgium, the Ahr Valley is a super base for relaxing or exploring the beauty of this delightful area. The scenery is unique and the local red wines are delicious. our resort, the charming town of Altenahr, is truly picturesque with its half-timbered old buildings. Join us here for a very special Christmas. There is a good selection of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants and the Ahr Valley railway line will take you on a scenic ride further afield. Your ItInerarY tueSDaY 23rd - Local departure and a crossing to Calais. Early evening arrival in Altenahr for a four night stay. Welcome drink and dinner. CHrIStMaS eVe - Morning free to enjoy a stroll around the pretty town of Altenahr. Afternoon included scenic drive through the Ahr Valley to visit the delightful walled town of nearby Ahrweiler. Festive Christmas Eve dinner in the evening at your hotel. CHrIStMaS DaY - Relax or why not join our included scenic drive through the Eifel Hills to visit the medieval town of Bad Münstereifel, a lovely little spot full of traditional buildings. Traditional Christmas dinner in the evening, followed by a party night. BoXInG DaY - Included three-quarter day excursion through the serene and peaceful Moselle Valley, visiting the famous wine town of Cochem. Included wine tasting in the evening at the hotel. SaturDaY 27th - Depart after breakfast for a late afternoon crossing back to the UK and continue to your original departure point in the evening. AHRWeiLeR Your Hotel You will stay in the comfortable medium grade Hotel Zum Weissen Kreuz, a firm Travelsphere favourite. Run by the Hoppe family, this traditionally styled hotel is centrally located in Altenahr and facilities include a bar, restaurant, lift and function room. All bedrooms are comfortably furnished with private facilities, telephone, TV and some have a balcony. Holiday ref: XGA 23 December £359 2008 Date & Price Deposit £50 per person n Single room £45 For insurance information, please see page 78. All prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double-bedded room with private facilities Free loCal DepartureS, or joIn at tHe port Join FREE at a local departure point. See page 79 for your relevant area or join direct at the port 12 To view dates and prices click here To book click here