Cambridge & East Anglia Discovery

CAMBRIDGE & EAST ANGLIA DISCOVERY

 

5 – 9 April 2027

5 Days

Monday – Friday

From £625

 

Enjoy a delightful break exploring the historic city of Cambridge and the charming towns and attractions of the surrounding countryside. Discover world-famous museums, admire stunning architecture and wander through picturesque market towns filled with character. From the magnificent collections of the Fitzwilliam Museum to the fascinating aviation history of the Imperial War Museum Duxford, this holiday offers a wonderful blend of culture, heritage and discovery.

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

 

· Visit the charming Cathedral city of Ely, rich in heritage and character

· Discover the picturesque market town of Saffron Walden

· Soak up the timeless atmosphere of Cambridge, one of England’s most iconic cities

· Discover legendary aircraft including Spitfires, Concorde and the mighty Lancaster bomber at the Imperial War Museum, Duxford.

 

DAY ONE - Arrival

We depart from your home and travel to Cambridge with comfort stops en route, arriving late afternoon at the hotel with time to relax before dinner this evening.

 

DAY TWO – The Fitzwilliam Museum and Cambridge University Botanic Garden

The day begins with a visit to The Fitzwilliam Museum, one of Cambridge’s most celebrated cultural treasures. Set within an impressive neoclassical building on Trumpington Street, the museum houses an extraordinary collection spanning centuries of world history — from fascinating Egyptian artefacts and beautiful medieval manuscripts to renowned paintings by Monet, Picasso and Rembrandt.

The galleries are spacious and well laid out, with seating available throughout, allowing you to explore at a comfortable pace. There is also a pleasant café should you wish to enjoy light refreshments during your visit.

 

This morning, we journey to the wonderful city of Cambridge where we visit Cambridge University Botanic Garden. Explore, enjoy and be enchanted as seasons change at Cambridge University Botanic Garden.

 

We travel back to the hotel in time to enjoy a relaxing drink before dinner.

 

DAY THREE – Imperial War Museum Duxford and Saffron Walden

Today we start with a visit to the Imperial War Museum in Duxford. From the early days of flight, through to the dramatic days of the Second World War and the technological advances of the Cold War, IWM Duxford has played a central role in some of the most significant periods of 20th-century history. See Spitfires take to the skies from the airfield where they first flew, get up close to gigantic aircraft and walk in the footsteps of the men and women who served here.

 

Inside every hangar and exhibition, you’ll discover iconic aircraft, see historic objects from our collections and uncover hundreds of personal stories of the many lives impacted by conflict.

 

We’ll then make our way to Saffron Walden, with its timeless charm, welcoming atmosphere and heritage.  The town’s beautifully preserved medieval streets and buildings are stepped in history, while its museum and gardens offer a tranquil escape. 

 

We then enjoy some free time in Safrron Walkden before making our way back to the hotel with time to relax before dinner this evening.

 

DAY FOUR – Ely

Today we travel to Ely, rising above the Cambridgeshire Fens, Ely is the destination City with something for everyone.

From the monastic buildings of the past, the vibrant food scene and the scenic majesty of the Riverside, Ely packs a great deal into a pocket city.

 

You can visit Ely Cathedral, or choose to visit Cromwell’s’ house, and explore the life and legacy of this historical figure. There is also a market on today, and don’t miss exploring the charming streets that make this a wonderful city to visit.

 

We’ll then make our way back to our hotel, with time to relax before dinner this evening.

 

DAY FIVE – Departure

After a leisurely breakfast we depart our hotel and begin our homeward journey 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 after dinner each evening

The Fitzwilliam Museum

Imperial War Museum Duxford

Cambridge University Botanic Garden.

 

CAMBRIDGE BELFRY HOTEL & SPA, CAMBRIDGE

This 4-star hotel in Cambridge Surrounded by acres of greenery with the energetic and world-famous student city just a short drive away, the Cambridge Belfry is the ultimate countryside escape, set beside a glimmering lake. At the Cambridge Belfry the bedrooms are spacious and contemporary, with modern furnishings, TV and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. The 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 after dinner each evening

The Fitzwilliam Museum

Imperial War Museum Duxford

Cambridge University Botanic Garden.

 

CAMBRIDGE BELFRY HOTEL & SPA, CAMBRIDGE

This 4-star hotel in Cambridge Surrounded by acres of greenery with the energetic and world-famous student city just a short drive away, the Cambridge Belfry is the ultimate countryside escape, set beside a glimmering lake. At the Cambridge Belfry the bedrooms are spacious and contemporary, with modern furnishings, TV and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. The hotel has a lift.

 

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

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

 

GROUP BOOKINGS

Looking to take a group, if you book 20 places or more on this tour the tour organiser will go Free of Charge.

DAYS	TOUR DATE	DEPARTS		TERMS		SUPPLEMENTS
5	5 – 9 APR 2027	MONDAY		£625		£140 SINGLE
JONES HOLIDAY 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. 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).

Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa, Cambridge