Latest Short Breaks

Spring Delights of Norfolk & the Fens

18th - 23rd February 2012

Our special winter value tour invites you to Norfolk - a great destination at any time of year. Miles of unspoilt coastline, internationally amazing wildlife, hundreds of picturesque villages, historic market towns, the fantastic Broads - Britain’s magical waterland, and Norwich, a glorious heritage city, are just some of the delights you’ll enjoy on this exclusive tour.

The Isle of Man Adventure

15th - 19th April 2012

What makes the Isle of Man different from anywhere else in the British Isles? Many things - come and discover some of them in this unique tour. The island is a unique self-governing kingdom - a Crown dependancy which belongs to neither the UK nor the EU. It has its own parliament, laws, traditions, culture, cuisine, and postage stamps. Enjoy with us the agreeable and relaxed pace of life on the island.

Gardens of Cornwall Adventure

14th - 18th May 2012

Cornwall’s mild climate attracts millions of visitors each year and we would like to extend our invitation for you to enjoy this popular tour. Our special ingredients include a visit to Project Eden together with the Lost Gardens of Heligan and other beautiful places including 2 famous cities.

Niagara Falls

The Best of Eastern Canada

20th - 29th May 2012

Highlights.... Montreal ● Quebec City ● Ottawa ● VIA Rail Toronto ● Niagara Falls - 10 Days ● 12 Meals: 8 Breakfasts ● 4 Dinners Door to Door Transfers Included Personally escorted by Geoff or Roger from Travallen Travel (based on a minimum of 20 passengers)

Credit Netherlands Tourism Board

Floriade 2012 & Hidden Holland

28th June - 2nd July 2012

Floriade 2012 is a spectacular voyage of discovery. It is a World Horticultural Expo staged every ten years in the Netherlands, this year, in Venlo. Participants present visitors with the opportunity to enjoy the world’s most exquisite and exceptional flowers, plants, trees and fruit and vegetables. Floriade 2012 lets you experience nature. Using the senses of sight, hearing, taste, touch and smell you can experience at first hand the influence horticulture has on the quality of our daily lives.

Highlights of North Wales

05th - 9th August 2012

North Wales has a host of attractions and in this tour we attempt to encompass the region’s highlights. A brand new rail journey through Snowdonia is included as is a historic castle visit, spectacular gardens and beautiful Welsh scenery. You are invited to join us.

A Train Ride, Bonnie Banks & Bens

21st - 26th August 2012

This new tour for 2012, based at the crossroads of three glens in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, allows visitors to explore the scenic beauty of the highlands, enjoy a relaxing loch cruise and take one of Scotland’s most memorable rail journeys past Kilchurn Castle and Loch Awe to the coastal town of Oban. We also briefly explore the city of Glasgow.

The Isle of Wight at Leisure

03rd - 7th September 2012

The Isle of Wight enjoys one of the UK’s sunniest and warmest climates and has a magic all of its own. Measuring 23 miles by 13 miles, this diamond shaped island lies just off England’s south coast but you do not need your passport for the short hop across the channel and, once you’ve landed, everything is within easy reach on our exclusively designed tour.

The Great Wall

Highlights of China

17th - 25th September 2012

Highlights... Beijing Zoo ● Tiananmen Square ● Forbidden City Peking Duck Dinner and Opera ● The Great Wall Olympic Green ● Temple of Heaven ● Rickshaw Tour - 9 Days ● 15 Meals: 7 Breakfasts ● 4 Lunches ● 4 Dinners Door to Door Transfers Included Personally escorted by Geoff or Roger from Travallen Travel (based on a minimum of 20 passengers)

Montreux - Swiss Train Spectacular

13th - 19th October 2012

Based in Montreux, which lies on the south facing shore of Lake Geneva, this fantastic programme includes 2 Swiss train journeys and visits to the Bex Salt Mine and Chillon Castle. The super 4 star hotel has a great location in the centre of Montreux overlooking the lake and Chillon Castle and enhancing your Swiss experience.

Bury St Edmunds Christmas Fayre

23rd - 24th November 2012

Our UK Christmas Market choice this year is the now very popular Bury St Edmunds Christmas Fayre. It has scooped another award and has been judged ‘Best Tourism Event’ in the Enjoy England Regional awards. We take the opportunity to include special visits to the interesting town of Bedford - famous for the Bedfordshire Clanger and the university city of Cambridge to enhance your enjoyment of a relaxing tour.

Dortmund & Cologne Christmas Markets

06th - 9th December 2012

For centuries Christmas Markets have been held in Germany during Advent, in the magical atmosphere that surrounds the big markets in major cities. This special tour features both Cologne & Dortmund. An essential part of Advent in Germany for centuries, visitors enjoy the traditional and entertaining atmosphere with friends and family, tasting and buying the many specialities on offer.