All Aboard Unforgettable Dorset 2027

ALL ABOARD! UNFORGETTABLE DORSET

 

25 - 29 October 2027

Monday – Friday

5 Days

From £585

 

Discover the delights of Dorset and the beautiful South Coast on a wonderful holiday filled with traditional seaside charm, breathtaking coastal scenery and memorable experiences. From our base in the popular resort of Weymouth, explore the elegant seaside town of Sidmouth, enjoy the picturesque harbourside of Poole and discover the Victorian charm of Swanage. Step back in time aboard the delightful Swanage Steam Railway as you journey through the beautiful Purbeck countryside and take to the water for a relaxing cruise around magnificent Poole Harbour. With golden beaches, charming coastal towns, nostalgic railway journeys and spectacular sea views, this delightful holiday offers the perfect combination of relaxation, discovery and seaside nostalgia.

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

 

· Discover the traditional seaside charm of Weymouth, with its beautiful golden sandy beach and picturesque Georgian seafront

· Discover the timeless elegance of Sidmouth, a beautiful Regency seaside town on Devon's spectacular Jurassic Coast

· Step aboard the delightful Swanage Railway for a nostalgic journey through the beautiful Dorset countryside

· Discover the maritime charm of Poole, a historic harbour town with a fascinating seafaring heritage

· Step aboard a delightful sightseeing cruise and discover the beauty of magnificent Poole Harbour from the water

· Discover the traditional seaside charm of Swanage, nestled along Dorset's beautiful Jurassic Coast.

 

(25) DAY ONE – Arrival

We depart from your home and travel south to Weymouth with comfort stops en route.

 

(26) DAY TWO – Swanage and Swanage Steam Railway

A lovely combination of traditional seaside charm and Dorset countryside. This morning we travel to Swanage and enjoy some free time here before our Swanage Steam Railway journey. Swanage Railway is a volunteer-led heritage railway on Dorset’s Isle of Purbeck, running full-size steam and heritage diesel trains through the countryside between Swanage and Norden. Its combination of restored railway atmosphere, dramatic views of Corfe Castle, and an exceptional preservation story make it one of Dorset’s distinctive heritage attractions.

 

Sit back and relax during a leisurely return trip behind a historic steam locomotive. The 15.3km Swanage Railway trip takes you through the beautiful Purbeck countryside and includes stunning views of the iconic remains of William the Conqueror's Corfe Castle.

 

After our journey, we’ll then return to our hotel, with time to relax before dinner this evening.

 

(27) DAY THREE – Sidmouth

Today we will make our way along the coast a little further and visit Sidmouth, a beautiful coastal town with a regency feel which is ideal for visitors of all ages. Set in the middle of spectacular countryside Sidmouth is home to beautiful beaches, stylish eating places and great shopping.

 

(28) DAY FOUR – Poole Harbour Cruise and Poole

After a leisurely breakfast we head for Poole; you will enjoy the hour-long Poole Harbour cruise with a wonderful commentary. We’ll then have some free time in Poole to obtain lunch and maybe take a stroll, before returning to our hotel with time in Weymouth to explore this afternoon.

 

(29) DAY FIVE – Departure

After breakfast we leave our hotel and make our journey home with comfort stops en route.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Poole Harbour Cruise

Swanage Steam Railway Journey.

 

REX HOTEL, WEYMOUTH

Originally built for the Duke of Clarence as his summer residence, this friendly hotel offers the comforts and luxuries of a modern hotel yet still retains its original character and splendour; situated on the esplanade overlooking the stunning sands, the hotel also offers a lounge, bar, and restaurant.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Poole Harbour Cruise

Swanage Steam Railway Journey.

 

REX HOTEL, WEYMOUTH

Originally built for the Duke of Clarence as his summer residence, this friendly hotel offers the comforts and luxuries of a modern hotel yet still retains its original character and splendour; situated on the esplanade overlooking the stunning sands, the hotel also offers a lounge, bar, and restaurant.

 

HOTEL FACILTIES INCLUDE

General	Rooms	Accessibility
4 star	Tea/coffee making facilities	Lift
Bar	Television
Restaurant	Wifi
Lounge	Hairdryer
	Iron

 

DAYS	TOUR DATE	DEPARTS	TERMS		SUPPLEMENT
5	25 - 29 OCT 2027	MONDAY	£585		NONE
JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE				£38

 

 

Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis and are limited. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the tour single room allocation and therefore additional cost may apply.  Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. If door-to-door pick-up is included there may be additional charges for out of area. Itineraries and hotel inclusions may be subject to change. Seat numbers on the coach may be subject to change. Issues whilst on tour must be raised in the first instance with the driver. Covid-19 restrictions may apply. When making bookings you accept on behalf of yourself and your party the terms in our Trading Charter which can be found in our brochure, on our website at http://www.jonesholidays.co.uk/Jones-holidays-trading-charter, or a copy can be requested from our Sales office.  If your holiday is more than 56 days from departure, we offer a 7-day cooling off period where a full refund will be offered from the date of the initial confirmation invoice (with the exception of flight holidays).

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