Description
Set on a breathtaking Georgian bay, with sandy beaches and crystal clear waters, Weymouth is a firm favourite with holidaymakers and a great base from which to access all the delights of Dorset. This fabulous Easter break includes excursions to Swanage, Isle of Purbeck, Lulworth Cove as well as Poole & Bournemouth.
Departure points to suit you...
Crusader Holidays uses an interchange system, taking place at either Beaconsfield Services (M40), South Mimms Services (M25/A1M) or Thurrock Services (M25).
Here you may have to change to your holiday coach and we are renowned for ensuring that this is smooth and efficient.
The holiday coaches typically depart from Beaconsfield Services at 11.15, Thurrock Services at around 09.30 and South Mimms Services at 10.30. Some customers find it more convenient to join direct at the interchange, please let is know when booking if this is the case.
*Due to increased operational costs, from Monday 16th October 2023 Dover, Folkestone, Canterbury & Ashford joining points will be subject to a £25.00 per person supplement on all 2024 UK Tours.
NOTE: Pick up points are a guide so please refer to your holiday confirmation for specific locations as details are subject to change.
Itinerary
Highlights
- Hotel for 3 nights with breakfast & dinner- Excursion to Isle of Purbeck, Swanage & Lulworth Cove- Visit to Poole & Bournemouth- En-route stop in Winchester- Evening Entertainment
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Day 1 - Depart for the coast with a refreshment stop, via Winchester, before arriving at your hotel for 3 nights with breakfast & dinner.Days 2 & 3- At leisure in Weymouth with two included excursions.INCLUDED EXCURSIONS
Isle of Purbeck, Swanage & Lulworth Cove
Enjoy a relaxing excursion around the Dorset coastline. Meander through the Isle of Purbeck with views of Corfe Castle on the way to the popular resort of Swanage. This small town surrounds a beautiful curved bay offering a lovely seaside experience with a difference. Your driver may be able to offer you an optional ride on The Swanage Railway which offers a more intensive heritage steam and diesel timetable train service than virtually any other preserved railway. The day finishes with a visit to Lulworth Cove, with its steeply shelving, shingle beach.
Poole & Bournemouth
Explore Poole's historic quayside and old town and after enjoy some free time in beautiful Bournemouth, always popular with it's idyllic coastline.Day 4 - After breakfast, head back homewards.
Venue Information
Crusader Favourite! .
THE CROWN HOTEL, WEYMOUTH
One of Crusader customers favourite hotels - situated just 1 minute's walk from the town bridge over the historic Weymouth Harbour.
This traditional hotel offers comfortable accommodation, a restaurant and bar, and easy access to beach, 10-minutes' walk away.Each of the 86 rooms include a TV, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with hairdryer. A free Wi-Fi zone is also available for guests.TheVaults Barand Restaurant serves traditional British dishes at lunchtime, and an extensive menu of snacks and food from the grill is also available.Guests can relax in the lounge and live evening entertainment is offered at the hotel during high season.
Picturesque Brewers Quay is a short stroll away and the ferry port is 5 minutes' walk away.
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