South Downs, Portsmouth & Bygone Years

5 Day break to the South Downs & Portsmouth, staying at The Norton Park Hotel, Winchester

South Downs, Portsmouth & Bygone Years

Portsmouth is one of the UK's premier waterfront destinations with miles of sea views and centuries of history. This tour combines the city's modern attractions with an opportunity to explore the area's maritime heritage. The inclusion of a guided excursion through the pretty South Downs and a glimpse into years gone by make for a varied and memorable tour.

Norton Park Hotel, Winchester

An impressive hotel, built around a country house with modern extensions. Bedrooms are well appointed and spacious. There is plenty of room in the public areas in which to relax after a day's touring and for those who wish, there are 54 acres of grounds to explore.

4 Star
WiFi
Bar
Restaurant
Fitness centre
Swimming Pool
Lift

Your Tour Includes:

4 nights half board in Winchester with:

- Porter Service

- Full English breakfast

- 3 course dinner with minimum 3 choice and tea/coffee

Ultimate Explorer Ticket to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Full day's guided tour of the South Downs
Entrance to The Weald and Downland Living Museum

Day 1

We make our way to the Norton Park Hotel, set across 54 acres of blissful parkland just outside historic Winchester, for our four night stay.

Day 2

A full day at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and all of its attractions, including a cruise around Portsmouth Harbour and admission to the Mary Rose Experience. Journey through time aboard the historic ships and understand the Royal Navy, past, present and future. This afternoon and time allowing, we endeavour to have some time to explore Portsmouth. Maybe a little shopping at Gunwharf Quays or if you are brave enough, take in the views from the top of Spinnaker Tower (admission not included).

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Day 3

Today we will enjoy a full day's guided tour, where we journey inland to the beautiful South Downs, characterised by rolling chalk downs, deep dry valleys and steep slopes with wide views over the wooded farmland of the Sussex Weald and glimpses of the shimmering sea. A guide will lead you through the most scenic areas.

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Day 4

We have a real treat today as we take you to the Weald & Downland Open Air Museum. Here you can experience the living heart of rural history. Ordinary lives are made to feel vividly present as you step inside over 50 rescued historic and working buildings, travelling through 1,000 years of rural life, saving and sharing skills where you too can get involved in a hands-on, 'Do Touch' place for all ages.

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Day 5

After breakfast we depart making our way, homeward bound.

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