Holidays 2024

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Depart Local Area

After boarding your luxury coach, you make your way down to Dover and your early morning ferry. After arriving in Calais, you continue your journey through France, with stops on route, as this will be a long day you have the opportunity to eat before arriving at your chosen overnight Hotel. Here you shall spend your first night on bed & breakfast basis.

Day 2: Arrive at Calella

After breakfast, we depart for Spain. You continue to travel through France, with stops on route, crossing the border into Spain to arrive at your Hotel Volga in Calella late afternoon. Here we will spend the next 10 nights with dinner, bed and buffet breakfast. On arrival there will be a welcome cocktail.

Day 3: Christmas Eve - Day at Leisure

After a long journey, it's time to relax. Brunch is served in the hotel between 8am and 12 midday every day. The rest of the day you can do as you will. Maybe walk into town and explore. The first cold weather invites you to wrap up warm and walk around the city. The smell of burning wood from the fireplaces, the first balconies adorned with enchanting lights. The soft aromas of soups, stews, honey and rosemary fill the streets of this vibrant city, and little by little, everywhere we can breathe the Christmas spirit. December comes and Christmas is already here! The city of Calella, rich in tradition and culture, is prepared to shine out and welcome the warmth of Christmas: traditional fairs, Nativity scenes, Christmas carols and festive events for the whole family. In the hotel there is also the Golden Hour (50% discount on all drinks and snacks everyday between 2pm and 5pm). Relax before a Gala dinner which includes wine and Champagne, which is then followed by entertainment.

Day 4: Christmas Day - Day at Leisure

Brunch is from 8am - 12pm. Today there is a special Christmas Day Lunch served with wine and Champagne. Calella also has a tradition on Christmas Day called Christmas Day Calella Beach Splash. This is where you can take part if you wish, but everyone gathers on the beach in their swimwear wearing a father Christmas hat and at a given time all rush into the sea. A great spectacle for Christmas Day. (Hope it's not cold). In front of the hotel is the Beach Club of the hotel Volga. Fully equipped with lounge chairs, umbrellas, a bar, restaurant and entertainment. Time to relax before your evening meal and entertainment.

Day 5: Montserrat Monastery

Today, you take a drive up the steep, winding mountain roads to the Benedictine monastery of Montserrat? Located near the top of the 4,000-foot rocky mountain range, it is home to about 80 monks. The Basilica and Monastery is Catalonia's most important religious retreat. Inside this fascinating monastery is a statue of the Virgin of Montserrat, one of the few black Madonna's in Europe and its Catalonia's most important religious retreat. The basilica also holds one of the monastery's most noted attractions, the 50-member Escolanía, one of the oldest and most renowned boys' choirs in Europe, dating from the 13th century. You return back via the beautiful mountain scenery to Calella.

Day 6: Barcelona

Today you travel to Barcelona with a local guide for a guided tour of the city. The vibrant and dynamic capital of Catalonia, Barcelona is home to architect Antonio Gaudi's quirky houses and his unfinished masterpiece, the Sagrada Familia Cathedral. (There could be long queues to enter the Cathedral). You may visit the 17th century Castle Montjuic for fabulous views of the city and Port Vell with its shopping centre and fabulous aquarium. Explore the fascinating Gothic quarter with the Cathedral of Santa Eulalie and the majestic courtyard of the Episcopal Palace. Don't miss the famous tree-lined pedestrianised shopping street, Las Ramblas replete with lovely bars and restaurants and the fascinating Boqueria Market. After a beautiful day, you return to the hotel to relax before dinner and entertainment.

Day 7: Gerona

Your visit today is Gerona. Known as the 'City of Four Rivers', renowned for its medieval architecture, walled old quarter and Roman remains of the Forca Vella fortress. Walk along its ancient fortress walls for breathtaking views, discover the splendour of the wonderfully preserved Jewish Quarter or visit its spectacular landmarks including The Place de la Cathedral, which has a grand staircase leading up to it and was used during the filming of Game of Thrones. Don't forget to pack your fancy dress costume for the fancy dress competition for the evening of 28 December 2024. May the best costume win?

Day 8: Day at Leisure - Market Day

Today is market day in Calella. In 1327 the city was given the privilege of holding its municipal market. Royal protection was given to all the marketers, and in 1338 Calella received the title of being a town. At the Municipal Market of Calella you find the perfect place to buy fresh quality products, in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Located in the city centre, the Calella market opens the doors to a tasting of smells and flavours.

Day 9: Lloret de Mar - Half Day

Today's trip takes you to one of the Costa Brava's largest and liveliest holiday hotspots, Lloret de Mar. It boasts seven kilometres of coastline, and five safe main beaches that are popular with people on holidays. Their EU blue flag bears witness to the quality of the water and sand, and facilities. It has kept its distinctive personality and fiery spirit. With its mild climate and impressive surroundings, you can discover not to be missed locations like the Santa Clotilde Gardens, the Maritime Museum, the Church of Sant Roma and the modernist cemetery. These are just a few examples of the most iconic sights of the town, where every corner turned reveals an unforgettable experience.

Day 10: New Years Eve - Day at Leisure

A free day to chill out before a Gala dinner this evening with wine and Champagne and then the New Year festivities begin with a Disco and live entertainment. You will enjoy New Year in Spanish, then 1hr later an English New Year.

Day 11: Day at Leisure

A free day to relax or explore the local area.

Day 12: Spain to Macon France

After breakfast and all cases have been loaded on to the coach we start our journey back to France. We travel back through Spain then crossing the border into France with comfort stops on route to our chosen overnight hotel, for our last overnight stay with dinner bed and breakfast.

Day 13: Depart for Home

After breakfast and our overnight bags have been loaded on the coach, we leave the Hotel and depart for Calais. There will be comfort stops along the way. Arriving at Calais for our late afternoon ferry crossing to Dover. Arriving back in our local area, mid to late evening.