Day 1 Travel to Essex with a recommended stop in the historic university city of Cambridge en route.
Day 2 Travel to the much admired Beth Chatto Gardens, where admission is included. Once an overgrown wasteland, the gardens are an inspiration to all visitors. Continue to Waldringfield to board MV Jahan for a cruise on the calm waters of River Deben, one of the most beautiful spots on the East Coast. Following the cruise, visit Woodbridge, the largest market town on the river and home to one of only five tide-mills restored in the UK.
Day 3 Excursion to Lavenham for a guided walking tour. Known as 'England’s Finest Medieval Village', Lavenham is a quaint village with fine examples of timber framed Tudor buildings. Continue to Flatford, home to the 18th century mill made famous in Constable’s paintings, before visiting the delightful village of Dedham.
Day 4 Travel past Chelmsford to RHS Garden Hyde Hall, where we include admission. An eclectic, yet fine garden with wonderful panoramic views over Essex which often surprise the visitor. On then for time at leisure in the seaside resort of Frinton-on-Sea, with its tree lined avenues and elegant esplanade.
Day 5 Homeward journey.
All tours are tailored to your requirements and can be adapted for travel by coach and/or air as you prefer. Occasionally itineraries change. Please see our current brochure or contact us for the latest version.