Description
Travel in deluxe style on this holiday aboard a JG Explorer coach!
Experience a rejuvenating break in Spain's beautiful Costa Brava! Thanks to its sun-drenched climate, beautiful sandy beaches and thriving resorts, the Costa Brava has remained popular amongst holidaymakers for decades, and it's easy to see why. Enjoy excursions to some of the charming resorts along this lovely, rugged coast, mixed with plenty of free time to kick back and relax, stroll along the beach and take advantage of a fabulous free bar offer at our hotel.
Itinerary
What's Included?
Includes- Return coach travel (see JG Explorer Coachestab for more info)- Ferry crossings- First & last night on a bed & breakfast basis in France (last night with a light evening meal)- 6 nights at a selected hotel on the Costa Brava (JG3 or JG4 rating) with dinner & breakfast- Free bar (3pm-9pm) on local Spanish brands (spirits, beer, wine & soft drinks) (5:30pm-11pm at the Augusta Club)- Excursions to Tossa de Mar, Besalú & Figueres- Services of a resort representative on selected daysOptional excursion to Barcelona with guided city tour (£25pp)
Itinerary
Day 1Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France on a bed and breakfast basis.Day 2Continue our journey south to the Costa Brava and check in to our hotel in time for dinner.Day 3 - Day at leisure in our resortDay 4 - Tossa de MarWe take a morning trip to Tossa de Mar, once a medieval town and now a popular seaside resort that has managed to retain all of its original charm and character. Away from the beach and turquoise waters, discover the walled Old Town with its tangle of cobbled streets and enchanting castle.Day 5 - Optional excursion to Barcelona with guided city tour (£25pp)Today is a chance to join our optional excursion to Barcelona. We see all the highlights of this vibrant, beachside city with our guided city tour, including the bustling streets known as the Ramblas, Gaudi's incredible cathedral, the Sagrada Familia and the area built for the 1992 Olympics.Day 6 - Day at leisure in our resortDay 7 - Besalú and FigueresA scenic drive along the coast awaits today. We stop first in Besalú, a beautifully preserved medieval town with a 12th-century Romanesque bridge over the River Fluvià, narrow arcaded streets and small squares. We then head to the charming town of Figueres, birthplace of the eccentric artist Salvador Dalí and a lovely spot for some souvenir shopping.Day 8We leave the Costa Brava and travel to our overnight hotel in France, with a light evening meal included.Day 9Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.
Costa Brava
It's easy to see why Spain's northernmost Costa, the Costa Brava, remains so popular with coach holidaymakers.
With a spectacular coastline made up of dramatic cliffs and secluded coves framed by towering pines and only interrupted by pretty harbours and seaside towns, the Costa Brava, which translates as 'wild coast', is the place to go for romantic unspoilt scenery, breathtaking views and some of Europe's finest Blue Flag beaches, not to mention a mild year-round climate.
Coach holidays to the Costa Brava have something for everyone.
Barcelona
This magnificent city filled with Catalan culture offers various attractions and events for our coach passengers with outstanding museums, art & architecture including the world famous Sagrada Familia and the Casa Bastillo with its renowned skull & bones balconies, designed by the Spanish architect - Antoni Gaudi. \n\nBarcelona offers more than just sensational architecture, with fantastic shopping opportunities such as the traditional 'Las Ramblas' bursting with designer outlets and boutiques along with a great range of restaurants and bars. Take a National Holidays coach break and you'll be spoilt for choice!
JG Explorer
JG Explorer coaches\nWe are pleased to introduceJG Explorer- a brand-new deluxe coach, thoughtfully designed to provide an elevated coach experience and ensure your journey is special and memorable.
Exclusive to the JG Travel Group, the design of these coaches has been meticulously thought through with your comfort in mind - with only 44 seats meaning more room on board and padded seats. There's improved legroom and a footrest, making certain that wherever you sit, you'll be able to relax and enjoy your journey. We know it's the small things that make a big difference in terms of ease and added convenience, so ourJG Explorercoaches feature a floor-level, rear-mounted toilet, accessible to all customers.
On-board entertainment throughout your journey is easy to find on theJG Explorer,with access to Azimut, our wireless media system, providing films and quizzes. Simply bring along your smartphone or iPad and enjoy this entertainment interruption-free, with the use of our extra reliable Wi-Fi, free to all passengers and a handy USB port at each seat.\n\nThe layout of theJG Explorerincludes a floor-level, rear-mounted kitchen with a sink, an espresso machine to purchase delicious Nespresso coffee, dispensed by your driver during comfort breaks, and a fridge stocked with cold drinks and milk. Customers are welcome to help themselves to complimentary JG bottles, that can be used for refill at the built-in cold-water filter, cutting down on the need for disposable plastic bottles and doing our part for the environment.
Venue Information
Hotel (JG3 or JG4 rating) Hotel
We'll stay at a selected hotel on the Costa Brava (JG3 or JG4 rating) such as the htop Palm Beach or htop Royal Star. The hotel offers en-suite bedrooms with balconies, buffet-style meals and regular entertainment.Hotel accessibility informationYour hotel will be confirmed approximately 3 weeks before departure, therefore we cannot guarantee that the hotel will have a lift and/or ground floor rooms and may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.Augusta Club & Spa, Lloret de Mar (JG4 rating)Upgrade to the Augusta Club & Spa, Lloret de MarLocated just a five-minute walk from the centre of Lloret de Mar and a ten-minute walk from the pretty beach, the adults-only Augusta Club & Spa is a lovely place to unwind and relax in the Spanish sun. The stunning hotel is beautifully decorated and offers tranquil lounges, an outdoor swimming pool with a sunbathing terrace, gym, spa, sauna, bar, restaurant with daily cooking shows plus elegant en-suite rooms with a balcony and satellite TV. As part of its 'slow travel' philosophy, there are also a range of activities on offer, including free yoga classes.Hotel RatingsJG3 ratingHotels with a JG3 rating tend to be a more formal style of hotel, often part of a hotel chain, or are very-welcoming family-owned properties. Generally, they offer a greater range of facilities and services, and bedrooms tend to be a little more spacious with additional features. Public areas are larger and include lounge seating, bar and restaurant with good quality food served either buffet style or waiter service.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.