Itinerary

Mon - Morning departure as we head to our hotel in Norfolk.

Tue - Our day starts with a visit to the Bure Valley Railway and a 45-minute journey by steam train through the picturesque Norfolk countryside to Wroxham. On arrival, we disembark and take a leisurely 15-minute stroll to Wroxham Bridge, where we enjoy time for lunch. In the afternoon, we enjoy the next stage of our journey, a 90-minute circular cruise on the Norfolk Broads. We then return to our hotel mid-afternoon.

Wed - We have free time this morning to enjoy Norfolk’s classic seaside town of Great Yarmouth, famed for its sandy beach. Next, we travel to Norwich where we can have lunch before exploring. This lovely medieval city has plenty of interest, from its ornately cloistered cathedral and medieval city gates leading to its Saxon-era marketplace to the Museum of Norwich and some fabulous shopping.

Thu - We journey to the Victorian seaside resort of Sheringham to board the North Norfolk Railway for a one-way, 5.5-mile journey to the Georgian town of Holt. Sit back and absorb the views as our steam train chugs through the county’s stunning scenery. After arriving in Holt, we make our way north for our visit to Holkham Hall, set like a jewel in one of England’s greatest agricultural estates. This imposing, 18th-century Palladian house is home to the Earls of Leicester, and consists of a glorious Marble Hall, state rooms and art galleries. We spend time exploring the house and its gorgeous walled garden, which houses a greenhouse, vineries and kitchen garden.

Fri - After breakfast we depart the hotel and commence the homeward journey.