Salisbury & Bath Weekend

Take time out to enjoy a weekend away with a loved one, a good friend or travel solo in company for a little me time. This weekend break takes in the great cities of Medieval Salisbury and Georgian Bath. Enjoy the serenity and splendour of magnificent Salisbury Cathedral with a guided tour and a tasty cream tea and a full day in elegant Bath to discover (or re-discover) its traditional heritage, contemporary culture, green spaces and remarkable collection of museums and galleries.

A great little breakaway for Mother's Day weekend!

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.New for 2024
Day 1 - After boarding your holiday coach, head off with a stop along the way in historic Winchester, a real treasure trove of English heritage. Then it is just a short hop to your hotel near Salisbury for your 3 night stay with dinner, bed and breakfast. Welcome tea / coffee awaits on arrival.

Day 2 - 3 - At leisure with 2 included excursions

INCLUDED EXCURSIONS

Day out in Salisbury
Spend the day in Salisbury, a Cathedral city of ageless beauty and captivating history, which has been welcoming travellers since 1227. Gathered around the Cathedral is a modern medieval city, packed with architecture from another age. Meander the historic streets and alleyways with their charming half-timbered buildings. Perhaps visit one of the museums (Salisbury Museum - entrance approx. £10 pp / The Rifles Berkshire & Wiltshire Museum - entrance approx. £5 pp). Saturday is market day and you will find an array of local produce, fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, cheeses, eggs, haberdashery, carpets, clothes, shoes, jewellery, kitchenware and even furniture. This afternoon head to Britain's tallest spire to explore the Cathedral and Cloisters with an included guided tour. See the world's oldest mechanical clock and the best-preserved original 1215 Magna Carta - all in one beautiful place. After the tour endulge in a tasty cream tea in the Refectory Restaurant.

Day out in Bath
Built for pleasure and relaxation, beautiful Bath has been a wellbeing destination since Roman times. The waters are still a big draw, both at the ancient Roman Baths and the thoroughly modern Thermae Bath Spa. Its compact, visitor-friendly centre is overflowing with places to eat and drink, plus some of the finest independent shops in Britain. Immerse yourself in Bath's remarkable collection of museums and galleries or perhaps a visit to the Roman Baths (entry at weekends approx £20 pp - pre-booking advised). Bath's stunning honey-coloured Georgian architecture is straight from a Jane Austen novel with highlights including the famous Pulteney Bridge, the iconic Royal Crescent and the majestic Circus. Enjoy free time or your driver may offer an optional city sightseeing tour.

Day 4 - It's farewell to Wiltshire as you head for home today. Travel back to interchange with a stop in Royal Windsor where you spend enjoy some free time in this buzzing town with its world-famous majestic castle right in the centre. Then it's time to re-board the coach to head back to interchange and onward to your home towns mid-evening

Highlights
- Hotel for 3 nights with breakfast & dinner- Welcome tea / coffee on arrival- Excursion to Salisbury- Guided tour of Salisbury Cathedral- Cream tea served in Salisbury Cathedral Refectory Restaurant- Excursion to Bath- En-route stops (time permitting) in Winchester & Windsor- PorterageStones Hotel Near Salisbury
This 3* low-rise hotel is located between Salisbury and Amesbury.

The traditionally furnished guestrooms vary in size and all offer TV, har dryer and tea / coffee making facilities. There is no lift but there are plenty of ground floor rooms.

The modern restaurant features a mixture of booth and table seating and offers seasonal locally sourced food. There is a bar with a fireplace extending to a lounge and a seasonal outdoor terrace.

NB Single rooms are double / twin for sole occupancy

Hotels
• The Stones Hotel (Salisbury) - View Information