Christmas in Scarborough & Historic York

The scenic coast of north Yorkshire is our destination for this relaxing yuletide break, where we can enjoy refreshing walks along the picturesque seafront in Scarborough and discover the many highlights of historic York.What's included
IncludesReturn coach travel4 nights at a selected hotel in Scarborough (JG2 or JG4 rating) with dinner & full English breakfast. Christmas Day includes breakfast, a traditional Christmas lunch and a light evening buffetLight entertainment every eveningExcursion to YorkOptional excursion to Whitby (£9pp)

Itinerary
23rd DecemberAfter joining the coach, we make our way to our hotel and check in.Christmas Eve - YorkWe visit historic York, where we can wander the narrow cobbled streets with their distinctive overhanging buildings or spend some time in the city's beautiful Norman Minster, which boasts some of the finest stained-glass windows in the world. Alternatively, why not take a stroll around the city walls that have stood since Roman times and wrap around the city for 2.5 miles or visit the famous Betty's tea rooms?Christmas DayChristmas Day is a day of laidback leisure in Scarborough, where our hotel provides a hearty Christmas lunch with all the trimmings followed by Christmas cake, tea and coffee. A light buffet dinner is served in the evening.Boxing Day - Optional excursion to Whitby (£9pp)Our optional half-day excursion takes us to the charming coastal town of Whitby, famed for its place in Gothic literature as a setting in Bram Stoker's Dracula and for its striking jet jewellery - popularised in Victorian times. Take a wander around the harbour or tackle the climb up to the atmospheric ruined abbey perched on the cliffs above the town.27th DecemberAfter breakfast, we check out of our hotel and head for home.

York
Book your next trip to York, one of Europe's most popular historic cities, renowned for its Roman, Viking and Medieval heritage with lots of attractions for visitors to enjoy. The streets are full of historic buildings, traditional shops and cafés, and a number of museums and art galleries.
The city's historic sites are impressive, contained within the city walls which date back to Roman times and are themselves an integral part of York's unique character.\n\n

Scarborough
Scarborough coach trips are one of the best ways to enjoy one of Yorkshire's premier seaside resorts, with its colourful seafront, bustling promenade, sandy beaches and beautiful gardens. This is a fantastic destination for a coach break, at any time of the year.\n\nScarborough offers a fantastic range of attractions and activities for all ages on a coach holiday. Explore Scarborough Castle, a 12th-century Roman ruin, dominating the resort headland. Discover the secrets of the underwater world at the Sea Life Centre, relax at the beautifully oriental-themed Peasholm offering a beautiful system of streams and waterfalls, mini bridges and mystical gardens park, or take a trip on one of the county's oldest miniature seaside railways.\n\nThe Scarborough seafront is split into two lovely beach bays, on the north and south, linked with Scarborough's historic Victorian architecture. The South Bay is a great place to check out on a coach tour with its bustling seaside entertainment, whilst the quieter North Bay is ideal for taking a relaxing stroll.

Whitby
Experience a coach break to Whitby, an ancient and beautiful sea port with a history going as far back as the founding of its famous abbey in 657AD, which still dominates the East Cliff headland, with fantastic views overlooking this most popular seaside resort.
Offering something for everyone, there are many attractions that are connected to the town's fascinating past, from the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, where you can learn about the famous explorer's life, to the Dracula Experience, which guides you through the story and its connection to the town.Hotel
We'll stay at one of three well-appointed hotels in Scarborough.Grand Hotel, ScarboroughJG2 ratingA Scarborough landmark, the Grand Hotel is an impressive Victorian building overlooking the harbour and South Bay. Rooms are functional and comfortable with en-suite facilities, tea and coffee-making facilities and a TV. Meals may be buffet style.Royal Hotel, ScarboroughJG2 ratingThe Royal Hotel is set in a grand period building, overlooking South Bay and just 500 metres from Scarborough's seafront. Hotel facilities include a bar and restaurant plus a leisure club with indoor pool, sauna and gym (small charge applies for leisure facilities). Meals are buffet style.Crown Spa Hotel, ScarboroughJG4 ratingThe Crown Spa Hotel is a modern and tastefully decorated hotel spread over four floors and is the oldest purpose-built hotel in the coastal resort of Scarborough. With many of the original architectural features still on display, the hotel is a prominent building on the Esplanade. The Crown Spa Hotel features a luxury leisure centre with indoor swimming pool, a spa and a restaurant. All rooms are en-suite with free Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee-making facilities.Please note: Leisure facilities may open on reduced hours over the festive period, and light entertainment will take place on some evenings at the Crown Spa Hotel.\nHotel RatingsJG2 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.JG4 ratingAccommodation in our JG4 category is of an even higher standard, typically offering a wide range of facilities and services. Bedrooms are designed to make your stay the most comfortable possible and the staff provide a service that reflects the detail and quality. You can also expect higher standards of food and beverages.