Norfolk Steam

HIGHLIGHTS: North Norfolk Railway, Mississippi Paddle Steamer Cruise, Bure Valley Railway, Sheringham, Bressingham Steam Museum & Gardens.

Norfolk is one of Britain's best kept holiday secrets. A county of undoubted scenic beauty, rich in wildlife, coastal delights and historical treasures. Enjoy a little railway heaven as we step back in time to an era of coal-fired steam engines puffing gently through the changing landscapes. We take a ride on the North Norfolk Railway and the peaceful Bure Valley Railway, together with a visit to Bressingham Steam Museum, home to a number of narrow gauge railways. And we include a cruise on the famous Norfolk Broads aboard the Southern Comfort Mississippi Paddle Steamer.

**Please note it is a condition of travel with Grand UK, for all passengers to hold valid travel insurance for the duration of their tour.**Excursions
FULL DAY: This morning we set off towards the coast and board the North Norfolk Railway, known as the Poppy Line, for its scenic journey through colourful fields to the genteel seaside resort of Sheringham. This afternoon we head to the ancient market town of Aylsham where we join the Bure Valley Railway to Wroxham - 'Gateway to the Broads'.

FULL DAY: Today we visit Bressingham Steam Museum & Gardens. Here you will discover a number of narrow gauge railways around the grounds, tranquil gardens containing over 8,000 species and the official home of the Dad's Army Appreciation Society's collection - including a part recreation of Walmington-on-Sea!

HALF DAY: Into the Norfolk Broads today to take a genteel cruise aboard the Southern Comfort, a Mississippi Paddle Steamer, purpose built for the Broads.

Escorted Travel
Every one of our coach holidays includes the services of a coach driver and is always fully escorted by a knowledgeable Tour Manager, they are on hand every day and night and stay in the same hotel to ensure your holiday is stress-free.




Our coach Tour Managers are there purely for your extra comfort and enjoyment, from organising activities to breaking the ice and helping you all make the most of your holiday.


We hand-pick these extra special people because of their passion for people and places; they are the heartbeat of our coach holidays, a smiling face, a helping hand and always a listening ear and have the ability to turn a great time into a truly magical and memorable holiday experience.


They are simply the best in the business.




Our coach Tour Managers are there purely for your extra comfort and enjoyment, from organising activities to breaking the ice and helping you all make the most of your holiday. They are simply the best in the business.

We hand-pick these extra special people because of their passion for people and places; they are the heartbeat of our coach holidays, a smiling face, a helping hand and always a listening ear and have the ability to turn a great time into a truly magical and memorable holiday experience.


Everything Included:

- Free local joining points
- Collect Coach Miles
- All coach travel
- Reserved seats on tour coaches
- Tour Manager escorted
- Hotel accommodation and board as stated
- No single room supplement
- Excursions / itinerary as stated
- Admission fees and entertainment if stated
- Complete luggage handling
- Price-Back Insurance Offer


Your Pick Up Points
Joining Your Grand UK Coach Holiday
For 2024 we have introduced improvements to our network of local pick up points across the eastern, central and southern England, aimed at shortening your journey times and getting you away on holiday more easily and conveniently, meaning an altogether more relaxing start. We now have two pick up regions so your travel days will be more convenient, providing more efficient journeys, meeting your tour manager and fellow travellers earlier and in most cases arriving in resort earlier, please refer to our Pick-ups section below for more details.
The Tour Ref below indicates whether the tour departs from Area A or Area B by having either an A or B at the end. For example, GUK5A would be a tour departing from Area A.

Pick-Up Information
For 2024 we have introduced improvements to our network of local pick up points across the eastern, central and southern England, aimed at shortening your journey times and getting you away on holiday more easily and conveniently, meaning an altogether more relaxing start. We now have two pick up regions so your travel days will be more convenient, providing more efficient journeys, meeting your tour manager and fellow travellers earlier and in most cases arriving in resort earlier.
The Tour Ref on the holiday tab indicates whether the tour departs from Area A or Area B by having either an A or B at the end. For example, GUK5A would be a tour departing from Area A.






Traveling from Departure Area A: Be picked up from your free local departure point, and join your tour coach at our interchange area at Northampton Services on the M11, at junction 15A.





Traveling from Departure Area B: Be picked up from your free local departure point, and join your tour coach at our interchange area at Beaconsfield Services, M40, junction 2.Carlton Hotel Carlton Hotel
This prominent hotel is located directly on the Great Yarmouth seafront, opposite the Wellington Pier, with all the resort's attractions within easy reach.

Hotel Facilities
Bar & lounge, restaurant
- En-suite bedrooms
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Full breakfast and three course evening dinner plus tea or coffee
- Regular entertainment
- Lift

Hotels
• The Carlton Hotel (Great Yarmouth) - View Information