Itinerary

22^nd December

Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France.

23^rd December

Cross the border into Spain, reaching our hotel on the Costa Brava in time for dinner.

Christmas Eve – Tossa de Mar

We take a morning trip to Tossa de Mar, once a tiny fishing village and now a popular seaside resort that has managed to retain all of its original charm and character.

Christmas Day & Boxing Day

We relax and soak up the resort’s friendly atmosphere with plenty of good food, fun and festive entertainment.

27^th December – Optional excursion to Barcelona with guided city tour (£25pp)

Join us for an optional excursion to Barcelona. We discover the highlights of this vibrant, beachside city with our guided city tour including the bustling streets of the Ramblas, the awe-inspiring Sagrada Familia cathedral and the area built for the 1992 Olympics.

28^th December – Day at leisure in our resort

29^th December – Girona

Girona is a compact and charming city located halfway between the sea and mountains. There is plenty to see during our day out here, from exploring the grandiose Gothic cathedral to the beautifully preserved Jewish quarter.

30^th December – Besalú & Pals

We enjoy a relaxing excursion to Besalú, a beautiful example of a medieval town, before continuing onwards to the quaint winding cobblestones of Pals where many of its ancient buildings are still standing.

New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day

We spend a couple of days at leisure in our resort and enjoy a gala dinner on New Year’s Eve, bringing in the New Year in style.

2^nd January

Travel to our overnight hotel in France, with a light evening meal included.

3^rd January – Paris

We travel north to Paris for an afternoon at leisure. Explore the many sights of the iconic ‘City of Lights’ before enjoying free time for dinner in Paris (not included). Tonight, we stay in a hotel on the outskirts of Paris on a bed and breakfast basis.

4^th January

Continue on to Calais for our return ferry home.

It’s easy to see why Spain’s northernmost Costa, the Costa Brava, remains so popular with coach holidaymakers.

With a spectacular coastline made up of dramatic cliffs and secluded coves framed by towering pines and only interrupted by pretty harbours and seaside towns, the Costa Brava, which translates as ‘wild coast’, is the place to go for romantic unspoilt scenery, breathtaking views and some of Europe’s finest Blue Flag beaches, not to mention a mild year-round climate.

Coach holidays to the Costa Brava have something for everyone.

The charming medieval city of Girona is located north of Barcelona at the confluence of the rivers Ter, Onyar, Galligants and Güell, halfway between the sea and the mountains. Girona is one of the most historic centres in Catalonia. Take a leisurely stroll through the old town, visit the museums, art galleries and historic buildings, including the impressive Gothic cathedral, wander through the cobbled lanes and squares, and discover the quaint cafés, bars and restaurants.

This magnificent city filled with Catalan culture offers various attractions and events for our coach passengers with outstanding museums, art & architecture including the world famous Sagrada Familia and the Casa Bastillo with its renowned skull & bones balconies, designed by the Spanish architect – Antoni Gaudi.

Barcelona offers more than just sensational architecture, with fantastic shopping opportunities such as the traditional ‘Las Ramblas’ bursting with designer outlets and boutiques along with a great range of restaurants and bars. Take a National Holidays coach break and you’ll be spoilt for choice!