Enjoy a wonderful Easter holiday in one of the most popular areas of the country, Norfolk. To help us explore the area further we include a heritage train journey, a Mississippi Paddle Boat cruise and a visit to glorious Holkham Hall.
Day 1 FRIDAY We travel north to the cathedral town of Ely where we stop for refreshments, before continuing to our hotel near Norwich for dinner and our four-night stay.
Day 2 SATURDAY This morning we have a guided tour of Norwich, and the afternoon is free for your own exploration. You could visit the impressive Norman cathedral, Norwich Castle Museum and Art Gallery, or walk along the River Wensum.
Day 3 SUNDAY A day out steaming and cruising through The Broads. We travel to Aylsham to join the Bure Valley Railway for the 9-mile nostalgic journey through the Norfolk countryside. Later, we board the Southern Comfort, a Mississippi paddle boat for a 1½-hour cruise, exploring the beautiful network of rivers, lakes and waterways known as The Broads.
Day 4 MONDAY Today we visit Holkham Hall, a breathtaking 18thcentury house on the coast, which has been home to the Earls of Leicester for over 400 years. The Hall has a fascinating history, an outstanding art collection, and wonderful panoramic landscapes.
Day 5 TUESDAY Leaving after breakfast, we travel via Lavenham, with its many half-timbered buildings dating from the 15th Century. We arrive in the local area late afternoon.
A majestic, Elizabethan-style mansion, built in 1859 and lovingly restored to its former glory, set in 150 acres of beautiful, wooded Norfolk parkland. All bedrooms have TV, telephone, hairdryer and hospitality tray. The hotel also has a gym, indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam room. The hotel has Wi-Fi and a lift to most rooms.
