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York Christmas Markets

York Christmas Market

Join us on this festive themed tour to take in the magical St Nicholos Fair in the beautiful city of York.

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Join us on this festive themed tour to take in the magical St Nicholos Fair in the beautiful city of York. The City has hosted this fair for over 30 years lining Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square with alpine chalets, creating a winter wonderland for the traders to display an array of wares. These range from luxury stationery to Yorkshire Pudding beer - and lots of unique gift ideas. The traders wait to welcome visitors to enjoy all they have to offer.

 

Tour tour Includes:

  • Luxury Coach Travel

  • Reserved Seat

  • Services of an Experienced Tour Driver

  • Drive On/Off Ferry with Stena Line

  • 3 Nights Bed & Breakfast

  • 3 Evening Meals

  • Evening Entertainment

  • 1 Excursion

 

Excursion

St Nicholas Fayre, York

 

 

Day 1:

Following our pick-ups this morning we will proceed to Belfast for the 07:30hrs Stena Line crossing to Cairnryan. We will travel south to the Gretna Outlet Centre where we will have a lunch time comfort break. Refreshed, we will continue our journey along the M6 to Penrith before turning onto the A66. As we journey over the Pennines to Scotch Corner, we will make a further short comfort stop. The final leg of our journey will take us to the outskirts of Harrogate to the 4-star Nidd Hall Hotel for an estimated arrival time of 18:00hrs. Time to relax and settle in.

Day 2:

Depart Hotel 10:00hrs
Our excursion today will take us to visit the wonderful City of York. Step into a Winter Wonderland - York will be transformed into a festive haven with more than 75 alpine chalets adorning Parliament Street and St Sampson's Square for the annual Festive Markets.

Day 3:

Depart Hotel 10:00hrs
Today we head to Harrogate - known as ‘The English Spa’. Harrogate is the go-to destination for relaxation and indulgence, synonymous with quality shopping and afternoon tea!

Day 4:

Depart Hotel 10:00hrs
Time to say our fond farewells as we begin the journey home. We will travel via the Watershed Mill & Visitor Centre in Settle where we will stop for a little free time. We then continue our journey North up to the Gretna Tourist area where we will have a further comfort break. We then continue with the final stages of our journey, moving on to Cairnryan where we check- in for the 19:30hrs ferry back to Belfast.
NB: Your driver will confirm/ amend departure times as necessary for the duration of the tour.

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Our Hotel

North Yorkshire’s grandest 18th century property rumoured to be the location of Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson’s first encounter. A traditional 199-bedroom 18th century Manor House offering vast parkland views over Yorkshire's rolling countryside, on 45 acres of woodland. Awe-inspiring traditional architectural styles, and award-winning gardens for the horticultural enthusiasts.

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

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Bangor Bangor - Abbey Street - Front Of Bus Station
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Belfast - Albert Street Belfast - Albert Street off Durham Street
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Belfast Stena Belfast - Stena Passenger Terminal
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Holywood Holywood - Redburn Square
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Newtownards Newtownards - Regent Street - Front Of Bus Station
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Yard - Moss Road 200 Moss Road, Millisle, BT22 2DU
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Giles Tours, 200 Moss Road, Millisle, NEWTOWNARDS, Co Down, BT22 2DU

Tel No: 028 9181 1099

E-mail: enquiries@gilestours.co.uk


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