4* Weekend at The Queen at Chester

When it comes to beautiful cities, Chester is one of the best and should be on every one's wish list! Chester has a unique atmosphere and sense of history, founded by the Romans over 2000 years ago, much of the Roman influence remains and Chester's city walls are the most complete in Britain. In every corner of the city you are confronted with history, from the Roman amphitheatre, to the medieval half-timbered buildings. As well as having so much history and heritage, Chester is a vibrant, dynamic city full of restaurants, bars, pubs, clubs, hotels, racecourse, zoo, theatre and not forgetting the River Dee. Stay in a magnificent brick and stucco Italianate building, very centrally located, that has hosted guests such as Charles Dickens, Cecil Rhodes & Lillie Langtry.\n\n4* Shrigley Hall - 5-day break in May Chester & The Buxton Crescent Experience. Click here for detailsGreat included excursions
- Hotel for 3 nights with breakfast & dinner- Porterage- 2 hour Iron Bridge Cruise on River Dee- Pontcysyllte Aqueduct Cruise- Visit to Llangollen- Chester City Walking Tour with Roman Soldier Guide

Great Itinerary & Inclusions
Day 1 - Once on board your weekend coach, relax and enjoy the scenery up to Chester. Arrival mid - late afternoon with courtesy stops on the way. Check in for 3 nights at The Queen at Chester Hotel DBB\n\nDays 2 - 3 At leisure in Chester with two included excursions.\n\nIncluded Excursions\nIron Bridge Cruise & Chester Guided Walking Tour\nAs you cruise south of the city passing some spectacular homes and gardens, enjoy marvellous views of the leafy Cheshire countryside gliding along the River Dee and winding through the Duke of Westminster's Eaton Estate and up to Aldford Iron Bridge. This is a tranquil stretch of the Dee, with many opportunities to spot wildlife including herons, cormorants, and - if you're lucky - a kingfisher or two. There will be a sightseeing commentary playing as you pass places of interest along the riverbanks. A fully stocked bar is available onboard.\n\nFactual, fun and entertaining, discover the ancient Roman history of the city of Chester, once the largest Roman fortress in Britain, during this walking tour. Follow your legionary guide who is dressed as a Roman soldier who will take you behind the scenes at key sites to explore the drama of life in the Roman Army - all based on the latest, archaeology excavations and research by military experts. See the remains of the biggest Roman fort (Deva Victrix), the largest amphitheatre in Britain, the city walls, and the Roman gardens.\n\nSail Along the Stream in the Sky - Pontcysyllte Aqueduct & Llangollen\nBoard the 'Little Star' at Trevor Basin offers to cruise across The Stream in the Sky. The 45-minute round trip across the awe-inspiring Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, towering 126 feet high, allows spectacular views across the Dee Valley, making it an exciting and unforgettable 'bucket-list' experience. The crew provides an onboard commentary - a great way to learn about the fascinating history of the site whilst taking in the magnificent views. There will be some freetime in pretty Llangollen to enjoy its wealth of independent shops or take a stroll along Victoria Promenade or maybe just watch the river tumble down beneath the bridge\n\nDay 4 - Enjoy breakfast, check out and rejoin the coach for the journey homeward.The Queen at Chester Hotel 4 Star Hotel
This stunning 4* hotel, opposite Chester railway station, has an illustrious past having opened in 1860 serve first-class rail passengers. This magnificent brick and stucco Italianate building was said to be the first skyscraper of its time and is just a 10-minute walk from the centre of Chester, where you can visit The Rows and magnificent medieval cathedral.\n\nPublic areas have undergone a recent £5 million refurbishment including the V&A Lounge & Bar. \n\nThere is a light and airy restaurant as well as an al fresco terrace. \n\nComfortable guestrooms include air-conditioning, hairdryer, TV, WiFi and tea / coffee making facilities. \n\nThere is a lift