Norfolk's trains and Sandringham
5 Days
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Join acclaimed historian Lucy Worsley for a tour around Sandringham, and discover the best of Norfolk by heritage rail and paddle boat on this four-night tour

Known for its miles of spectacular coastline, picturesque market towns and its beautiful broads, Norfolk is the perfect place to unwind and take in the views. On this four-night trip, you can do exactly that - all while travelling in the most nostalgic way possible. Not only will you enjoy three heritage rail journeys, along the Bure Valley Railway, Poppy Line and the Bittern Line, you'll also board the Southern Comfort Mississippi Paddle Boat for a Bure river cruise. Pass stunning scenery and visit some of Norfolk's best-loved destinations, including Wroxham, Cromer and Horning.

The highlight of your short break, will undoubtedly be a trip to Sandringham - the Royal Family's famous country retreat. Explore the grand house, formal gardens and vintage vehicles, accompanied by esteemed historian Lucy Worsley, who will give an exclusive talk about 'Sandringham and the Modern Monarchy'. It promises to be fascinating and insightful - with an opportunity to ask questions - and a trip to remember.

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Reasons to book

Tour Sandringham with Lucy

Explore the Royal Family’s country retreat in esteemed company; the historian will also give an exclusive talk and hold a Q&A

Three historic rail journeys

Travel on the Bure Valley Railway, the Bittern Line and the Poppy Line, admiring Norfolk’s spectacular coastline and scenic countryside

Paddle Boat cruise on the Broads

Board the Southern Comfort Mississippi Paddle Boat for your Bure river cruise – watch the scenery pass you by and look out for wildlife
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Your expert guide

Lucy Worsley OBE
Historian, author, TV presenter and curator

With a first-class honours degree in Ancient and Modern History from Oxford University and PhD in Art History from the University of Sussex, Lucy Worsley OBE is one of Britain's leading historians. Worsley is chief curator at Historic Royal Palaces and is well known for presenting historical BBC Television series, including the BAFTA winning, Suffragettes with Lucy Worsley (2018), Royal History's Biggest Fibs (2020), Lucy Worsley: Mozart's London Odyssey (2016) and British History's Biggest Fibs with Lucy Worsley (2017) - which debunked historical views of the Wars of the Roses, the Glorious Revolution and the British occupation of India. Lucy has also written a number of books, including a series of historical children's novels, biographies of Jane Austen and Agatha Christie as well as books on the history of the home and the Georgian Court, among many others.

Price includes

  • Four nights' half board accommodation in Holiday Inn Norwich North
  • Talk, Q&A and Sandringham tour with Lucy Worsley
  • Coach transfers for excursions
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager
  • Steam train journeys on the Bure Valley Railway and the Poppy Line
  • Journey aboard the Bittern Line

  • Cruise on the broads aboard the Southern Comfort Mississippi Paddle Boat

Availability

From
Mon, Mon, May 8, 2023
To
Fri, Fri, May 12, 2023
Duration
5 Days
Price per person
£749*
Sold out

* From price based on two sharing. Subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Deposit required. Single supplement: £140. Please note: we cannot guarantee that all rail journeys will be steam hauled. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events and the overall itinerary may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. This tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Leger Holidays Limited and Leger Air Holidays Limited trading as Arena Travel (ABTA V3582 & ATOL 3880).

From
Mon, Mon, Jul 3, 2023
To
Fri, Fri, Jul 7, 2023
Duration
5 Days
Price per person
£775*
Sold out

* From price based on two sharing. Subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Deposit required. Single supplement: £140. Please note: we cannot guarantee that all rail journeys will be steam hauled. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events and the overall itinerary may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. This tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Leger Holidays Limited and Leger Air Holidays Limited trading as Arena Travel (ABTA V3582 & ATOL 3880).

From
Mon, Mon, Sep 4, 2023
To
Fri, Fri, Sep 8, 2023
Duration
5 Days
Price per person
£775*
Sold out

* From price based on two sharing. Subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Deposit required. Single supplement: £140. Please note: we cannot guarantee that all rail journeys will be steam hauled. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events and the overall itinerary may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. This tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Leger Holidays Limited and Leger Air Holidays Limited trading as Arena Travel (ABTA V3582 & ATOL 3880).

Call now to book 01858 390 077
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Itinerary

  1. Day
    1
    Arrive in Norfolk
    Norwich, United Kingdom

    Make your own way to the Holiday Inn Norwich North, where you meet your Tour Manager and enjoy a relaxing evening.

    Meals - Dinner
  2. Day
    2
    Bure Valley Railway and Mississippi Paddle Boat
    Aylsham, United Kingdom

    This morning we board our coach and travel to the market town of Aylsham to join the Bure Valley Railway. This delightful route takes in some of the most unspoilt countryside as it crosses 17 bridges and passes through idyllic villages to reach Wroxham, known as the 'capital of the Norfolk Broads'. You have some free time here before we travel to the pretty village of Horning and board the Southern Comfort Mississippi Paddle Boat for a cruise on the Broads. The route takes us along the Bure river, passing thatched cottages, windmills and Norfolk reed beds, with an excellent commentary which also points out the water birds.

    Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
  3. Day
    3
    The Bittern Line, the Poppy Line and Cromer
    Cromer, United Kingdom

    Today we are taken to Norwich station where we join the Bittern Line, named after the wading bird, for a journey to Sheringham. We then join the North Norfolk Railway, which is affectionately known as the Poppy Line, and enjoy a scenic trip along the coast and through heathland to the lovely town of Holt. After some free time here we head to the nearby seaside resort of Cromer and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

    Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
  4. Day
    4
    Sandringham with Lucy Worsley
    Sandringham, United Kingdom

    This morning at the hotel we enjoy an exclusive talk and Q&A with historian Lucy Worsley. Afterwards, we proceed by coach to Sandringham, country residence of Queen Elizabeth II. Here you are free to admire the beautiful grounds and explore the house, where there will be knowledgeable guides on hand to talk to visitors.

    Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
  5. Day
    5
    Depart
    Norwich, United Kingdom

    After breakfast you are free to check out of our hotel and depart at leisure; you could even take the
    opportunity to explore some more of Norfolk.

    Meals - Breakfast

Accommodation

Holiday Inn Norwich North

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Holiday Inn Norwich North , United Kingdom

Four-star hotel and restaurant in stunning North Norfolk

Located to the north of Norwich, this hotel is a great base for exploring the stunning North Norfolk coast and its villages and picturesque harbours. Guest rooms are well appointed over three floors including standard, executive rooms and suites, some of which overlook the courtyard garden. All 121 bedrooms and bathrooms have recently gone a refubishment and include comforts such as 24-hour room service, TV entertainment, pillow menu, bathroom amenities, iron and ironing board, work desk, high-speed internet connection, on-site car parking.

The Health & Leisure Club features a fully equipped gym, swimming pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and spin room. The new Open Lobby offers an all day menu until 11pm. With the restaurant open for breakfast from 5am and dinner from 6pm daily. Our bar offers Starbucks tea and coffee and is open to all. Free car-parking for guests using the hotel facilities for up to 3 hours.

In the bright and modern Open Lobby and Restaurant, full English breakfasts are served from 5.00 am and the dinner menu includes baked Camembert, lamb rump, pan-roasted seabass and a tabbouleh salad.

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Availability

From
Mon, Mon, May 8, 2023
To
Fri, Fri, May 12, 2023
Duration
5 Days
Price per person
£749*
Sold out

* From price based on two sharing. Subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Deposit required. Single supplement: £140. Please note: we cannot guarantee that all rail journeys will be steam hauled. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events and the overall itinerary may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. This tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Leger Holidays Limited and Leger Air Holidays Limited trading as Arena Travel (ABTA V3582 & ATOL 3880).

From
Mon, Mon, Jul 3, 2023
To
Fri, Fri, Jul 7, 2023
Duration
5 Days
Price per person
£775*
Sold out

* From price based on two sharing. Subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Deposit required. Single supplement: £140. Please note: we cannot guarantee that all rail journeys will be steam hauled. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events and the overall itinerary may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. This tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Leger Holidays Limited and Leger Air Holidays Limited trading as Arena Travel (ABTA V3582 & ATOL 3880).

From
Mon, Mon, Sep 4, 2023
To
Fri, Fri, Sep 8, 2023
Duration
5 Days
Price per person
£775*
Sold out

* From price based on two sharing. Subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Deposit required. Single supplement: £140. Please note: we cannot guarantee that all rail journeys will be steam hauled. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events and the overall itinerary may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. This tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Leger Holidays Limited and Leger Air Holidays Limited trading as Arena Travel (ABTA V3582 & ATOL 3880).

Call now to book 01858 390 077
Quote ref: BBCGF NORFOLK WORSLEY
Email us