Following the phenomenal success of our ever-popular 'Romantic Journeys' series we are delighted to offer the 'Southern' version, based in the beautiful County of Kent, not far from Maidstone.

The Hotel
The 4 star standard Hilton Hotel stands on the outskirts of Maidstone, in Kent, and is the perfect base for exploring the region known as the Garden of England. Hotel facilities include indoor swimming pool, sauna and fitness centre. All bedrooms are en suite and have television, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee facilities. The hotel does not have a lift but, rooms are ground and first floor only.

Itinerary
MONDAY Depart from your home area travelling to Kent, arriving late afternoon with a stop for lunch.
TUESDAY Today's excursion takes us first via the charming village of Pluckley, setting for TV's 'Darling Buds of May, from here we continue south to the coast and the small resort of Hythe. Here we join 'The World's Smallest Public Railway' - the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch miniature railway for the journey to New Romney
WEDNESDAY This morning we travel south to Bewl Water, the southeast's largest lake set within beautiful Wealden countryside. Here we enjoy a cruise round the lake and then take a break before continuing to visit the Spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells, with its elegant streets and Georgian buildings and the famous Pantiles, a colonnaded shopping area in the town centre. We enjoy a guided tour of this historic town and discover something of its 400 year history. Return late afternoon to the hotel.
THURSDAY Today we take a look at Biddenden Vineyards before visiting the lovely town of Tenterden, with its antique shops and tea rooms. Here we join the Kent & East Sussex Railway for a steam train ride to Bodiam, where, after a short break, we head for the ancient Cinque Port of Rye, now some distance from the sea.
FRIDAY After breakfast we leave for the journey home

Please be reminded that all excursions are subject to change due to weather or local conditions.