Big Norfolk Skies Coast to Countryside

BIG NORFOLK SKIES FROM COAST TO COUNTRYSIDE

 

28 September – 2 October 2026

Monday - Friday

5 Days

From £729

 

An eclectic holiday packed with award winning experiences and must-see gems from coast to country. Enjoy exclusive access to Houghton Hall, as well as a wonderful head gardener tour.  Alight one of the UK's great five heritage railways, the North Norfolk Railway, through the county’s most striking coastal scenes. Experience the essence of Norfolk's gin-making mastery at the family-run Whatahoot Distillery.

 

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Join us for an eclectic journey packed with award winning experiences and must-see gems from coast to country!

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

Norfolk   |   North Norfolk Railway   |   WhataHoot Distillery   |   Houghton Hall & Walled Gardens   |   Cromer   |   Kings Lynn

 

DAY ONE – Arrival

We depart from your home and travel to Norfolk arriving late afternoon. Time to relax before dinner and entertainment this evening.

 

DAY TWO – WhataHoot Distillery 

This morning we head to WhataHoot Distillery. Have you ever wondered how craft spirts are made? Using locally sourced ingredients, the Whatahoot Distillery is one of the only gin companies in Norfolk who distil their own produce, making them award-winners in both innovation and more importantly, gin. Indulge in an insightful tour and tasting in a recently transformed 17th century warehouse, the rustic home of Whatahoot. Savour authentic samples and revel in signature fruits and spices, as you experience a masterclass in gin.

 

You will be treated to a light lunch, with a tour and taking, before we have free time in King Lynn or simply enjoy some relaxation at the hotel.

 

DAY THREE – North Norfolk Railway and Cromer

Unlike most other railways of the time, the Poppy Line was built to serve the eager tourist market, travelling via popular holiday spots, rather than to serve the community. This means today we are treated to the smart, Victorian seaside resort of Sheringham, the Georgian market town of Holt, and the pretty village and shingle beaches at Weybourne. Along the way are unrivalled views of this area of outstanding natural beauty.

 

We’ll also visit Cromer today; this charming seaside resort is waiting for you and is rich with history. Enjoy the stunning views of the North Sea from the iconic Cromer Pier. You might like to taste the Cromer crab, or visit the towns two museums, showcasing the town’s heritage as a fishing and tourism hub.

 

DAY FOUR – Houghton Hall & Walled Gardens and Hunstanton

This morning we visit Houghton Hall - one of the finest Palladian Houses in this country. Built in the 1720’s, for Sir Robert Walpole, Britain’s First Prime Minister. We have a tour with the head gardener which takes in the award winning 5-acre walled garden which includes a spectacular double-sided herbaceous border, a formal rose parterre, a Mediterranean garden and much more. (Note: Due to steps, uneven paths and cobbled areas, this attraction is not recommended for wheelchair users).

 

Later we travel slightly further toward to coast and onto Hunstanton, breath in the sea air and take a stroll along the front or enjoy the café culture before we head back to our hotel.

 

DAY FIVE – Departure

After breakfast this morning 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

Porterage on arrival and departure

Tea/coffee and biscuits on arrival

Tea/coffee after dinner each evening

Admission to Houghton Hall with Private Guided Tour

Private Guided tour of Houghton Hall Walled Gardens

WhataHoot Distillery Tour & Tasting, including light lunch

North Norfolk Railway Return Journey.

 

THE DUKE’S HEAD, KINGS LYNN

There can be few more imposing hotels in the east of England than the Dukes Head. Its striking powder-blue façade, a study in Georgian elegance, is as much a part of King's Lynn's Tuesday Market Place as the stalls that have traded here for generations. It's the quintessential market town hotel - a handsome hostelry with history at every turn, restored and restyled for the discerning twenty-first-century traveller. Stay here and you'll join quite a guest list. Political icons; princesses; the who's who of King's Lynn's past - the Dukes Head has played host to them all. Today, period charm meets contemporary chic, spacious rooms envelop you in comfort, and the very best local produce is served - in an acclaimed restaurant and a buzzing new bar. Hotel has a lift.

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Tea/coffee and biscuits on arrival

Tea/coffee after dinner each evening

Admission to Houghton Hall with Private Guided Tour

Private Guided tour of Houghton Hall Walled Gardens

WhataHoot Distillery Tour & Tasting, including light lunch

North Norfolk Railway Return Journey.

 

THE DUKE’S HEAD, KINGS LYNN

There can be few more imposing hotels in the east of England than the Dukes Head. Its striking powder-blue façade, a study in Georgian elegance, is as much a part of King's Lynn's Tuesday Market Place as the stalls that have traded here for generations. It's the quintessential market town hotel - a handsome hostelry with history at every turn, restored and restyled for the discerning twenty-first-century traveller. Stay here and you'll join quite a guest list. Political icons; princesses; the who's who of King's Lynn's past - the Dukes Head has played host to them all. Today, period charm meets contemporary chic, spacious rooms envelop you in comfort, and the very best local produce is served - in an acclaimed restaurant and a buzzing new bar.

 

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

General	Rooms	Accessibility
4 star	Tea/coffee making facilities	Lift
Bar	Television
Restaurant	Hairdryer
Lounge	Wi-Fi
Gym

 

DAYS	TOUR DATE	DEPARTS	TERMS		SUPPLEMENT
5	28 SEPT – 3 OCT 2026	MONDAY	£729		£100 SINGLE
JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE				£36

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).

THE DUKE'S HEAD, KINGS LYNN