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5 days - from only £319pp

ABOUT THE TOUR

Chatsworth House and Peak District

Staying in the heart of Buxton, an ancient spa town and today considered the gateway to the Peak District, we explore this beautiful region. The highlight of the trip is a visit to Chatsworth House, known as the ‘Palace of the Peaks’.

TOUR INCLUDES

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

5 Day Itinerary

  • Day 1:

    Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to our hotel in the heart of Buxton for four nights.

    Included meals: Dinner

  • Day 2: Bakewell and Chatsworth House

    This morning we visit Bakewell, best known for delicious Bakewell Pudding which is thought to have been created by accident in the 19th century.

    Later, we visit Chatsworth House, home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire and one of the country’s grandest stately homes. Marvel at the magnificent art collection, impressive architecture and extensive gardens.

    Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

    Bakewell

    Bakewell

    Included Highlights

    • Bakewell
    • Chatsworth House
  • Day 3: Day at leisure or Castleton and Hathersage

    Enjoy free time in beautiful Buxton, and admire the elegance of the Edwardian Opera House and the pretty Pavilion Gardens.

    Perhaps you’d rather venture further afield, with our optional excursion to Castleton and Hathersage.

    Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

    Castleton

    Castleton and Hathersage

    Optional Excursions

    Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.

    2021
    • Castleton and Hathersage
    TBC

    The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.

    Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in cash in Euros (for tours to Europe) or Sterling (for UK tours).

  • Day 4: Peak District

    Today we take a scenic drive through the glorious Peak District, calling at Matlock Bath, set in the beautiful gorge of the River Derwent, before looping back to charming village called Eyam (pronounced 'Eem'). It is known as the 'Plague Village' as it has a unique story associated with the Black Death in 1665, which you can learn about at the museum in the town. Its dark history aside, it is a very pretty village with a craft centre, sculpture garden and market hall.

    Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

    Matlock Bath

    Matlock Bath

    Included Highlights

    • Matlock Bath
  • Day 5:

    Return home.

    Included meals: Breakfast

Hotels

You will stay for four nights at the budget Palace Hotel Britannia in Buxton. set within five acres of stunning landscaped grounds, the Palace hotel is perfectly located to explore the architecture and gardens of the historic spa town of Buxton. The hotel offers a traditional onsite restaurant and a welcoming lounge bar. All rooms include a TV and hairdryer as well as tea and coffee making facilities. 

  • Palace Hotel Britannia Buxton

    Set within five acres of stunning landscaped grounds, the Palace Hotel Britannia Buxton is perfectly located to explore the architecture and gardens of the historic spa town of Buxton. The hotel offers a traditional onsite restaurant and welcoming lounge bar. All rooms include a TV and hairdryer as well as tea and coffee making facilities.

    • Swimming Pool
    • Bar
    • Restaurant
    • WiFi Available
    • TV
    • Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath and/or Shower

Joining points

Travel from most joining points is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement of £20pp. To find your nearest joining point, search using your postcode below.

See our full list of our joining points.

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