Folkestone & Canterbury Twixmas Special

Enjoy celebrations in Folkestone combined with excursions to the charming towns of Rye and Hastings plus the beautiful cathedral city of Canterbury. Step back into 1066 country as we explore these Christmas card picturesque towns and keep the festivities going throughout Twixmas, with a 2-for-1 bar offer and evening entertainment at our hotel.What’s Included?
IncludesReturn coach travel3 nights at the Grand Burstin Hotel, Folkestone (JG2 rating) with dinner & breakfast2 for 1 bar (6pm-9pm) on selected drinksLight entertainment every eveningExcursions to Rye, Hastings & Canterbury

Itinerary
Day 1After joining the coach, we make our way to our hotel and check in.Day 2 - Rye & HastingsThis morning we head to the ancient hilltop town of Rye. With its historic charm and crooked Tudor buildings, it is no wonder that this treasure regularly attracts visitors. Stroll along the sloping lanes dotted with cosy pubs, independent boutiques and contemporary restaurants, discover secret passages which were once the haunt of smugglers, or head to St Mary's Church tower to enjoy the lovely views, dominated by the terracotta roofs of Rye's many timbered houses.We then head to the coastal town of Hastings; part of the famous 1066 Country, it is home to Sussex's finest countryside and coastlines as well as some of the most historic sites in the UK. Here we find the remains of the first castle to be built in England by William the Conqueror and wander through the preserved Old Town with its winding narrow streets.Day 3 - CanterburyToday we visit the spellbinding city of Canterbury, home to the oldest cathedral in England, dating back to Norman times. There is plenty to explore within the city's medieval walls, from quaint cobbled lanes and beautiful buildings to a bustling shopping centre.Day 4After breakfast, we check out of our hotel and head home.

Folkestone
At the heart of the Garden Coast, lovely Folkestone has much to offer, with towering white cliffs to the East and broad sandy beaches to the West.
It's lovely harbour and wonderful sandy beaches make this a popular seaside resort, becoming one of the Cinque Ports in the 13th century.
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Canterbury
The beautiful city of Canterbury is an absolute delight to explore, with its picturesque cobbled lanes and quaint timber-framed buildings. There are many fascinating sights to discover which point to the city's rich history, from the medieval city walls to the oldest cathedral in England, dating back to Norman times.Hotel
Grand Burstin Hotel, FolkestoneJG2 ratingThe Grand Burstin Hotel is best known for its location, right next to Folkestone's harbour and seafront. Simple yet comfortable throughout, all rooms have en-suite facilities and there is also a leisure club with a heated pool, gym and sauna (small charge applies). All meals are buffet style.Please note: Leisure facilities may open on reduced hours over the festive period.\nHotel RatingJG2 ratingHotels with a JG2 rating are a mixture of larger hotels and privately owned properties. Décor and furnishings may be simple but are clean and well maintained. All bedrooms have en-suite facilities, TV and may have tea/coffee making facilities. Food may be buffet style in some of the larger hotels. Services may be limited but efficient.