Description
The Vale of Evesham and its neighbouring area have been famous for fruit and vegetable growing since Medieval times and is known to have some of the most productive horticultural land in the country. For a few weeks every April and into early May, the roadsides around Evesham - along the 'Blossom Trail' - are ablaze with colour from the fruit tree spring blossoms. Based in Great Malvern, this lovely Springtime break includes a heritage train ride to Cheltenham.
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- Heritage Railway Ride Toddington to Cheltenham- Guided Tour of Evesham Blossom Trail- Guided walking tour in Worcester- Tea/coffee/mints after dinner- Porterage
Your Itinerary
Day 1- After joining your holiday coach, it's onward to Great Malvern, stopping en-route for refreshments to arrive in the afternoon. Your hotel is centrally located, ideal for stepping out to explore the pretty town of Great Malvern overlooked by the beautiful Malvern Hills. Dinner, bed and breakfast for 3 nights.
Day 2 - 3 - At leisure in Great Malvern with TWO included excursions
INCLUDED EXCURSIONS
Rail & Blossoms
Your first stop will be Toddington where you join the Gloucestershire & Warwickshire Steam Railway to Cheltenham (NB may be diesel service). Enjoy some free time in this beautiful town with its striking Regency architecture.
Then on to meet your local guide in Evesham for a 2 hour guided coach tour of the famous Blossom Trail, full of fascinating historical, and entertaining, blossom facts. Start at the plum town of Pershore, before continuing through Fladbury & The Lenches.
Worcester & Three Counties
This morning head off to Worcester, a beautiful Cathedral and University City with a fascinating history of industry and a wealth of interesting architecture. With a host of cafés, independent boutiques as well as the splendid riverside, Worcester really is a great place. An included walking tour with a local guide will show you the best of Worcester. After your coach will meander through some of the delightful historic towns and countryside of the Malvern Hills to medieval Tewkesbury, an historic riverside town in Gloucestershire with its ancient Abbey, an imposing feature of the town's landscape for nearly 900 years.
Day 4 - After breakfast, depart for a drive through the Cotswolds with time for a lunch stop and onwards to interchange and your local joining points mid-evening.
Venue Information
SAROVA ABBEY HOTEL, GREAT MALVERN
This charming 4* hotel has a long history of welcoming guests, having been commissioned during the growth of the spa town in the mid 19th century.
Located in the heart of the town, the building retains some outstanding original Victorian architecture beneath its Virginia Creeper clad facade.
It offers landscaped gardens and spectacular views over the Vale of Evesham and the Malvern Hills.
The 103 comfortable bedrooms have free WiFi and tea / coffee making facilities.
There is a restaurant, bar and lift access to all floors.
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