Take a look at our top 12 picks for our 12 Days of Christmas ideas for getaways!
As the lights twinkle a little brighter and the mince pies begin to appear, we’re celebrating the magic of the season by sharing our favourite escapes - from cosy winter warmer breaks to spectacular scenic Spring and Summer adventures.
Whether you’re dreaming of a crisp countryside retreat, a charming coastal getaway, or a cultural city break, we’ve wrapped up some wonderful inspiration to spark your holiday wanderlust.
So, pour yourself a mulled wine, settle in, and let the festivities and travel planning begin!
DAY 1: A Partridge in a Pear Tree!
On the first Day of Christmas my true love sent to me a partridge in a pear tree!
Not sure you will find a partridge or a pear tree but why not opt for our GOLD Tour – To the Eden project tour in 2026 and you’ll be sure to find some exciting flora and fauna to whet your appetite!
The Eden Project, built as a global garden telling the story of man’s developing relationship with plants. The project creates three of the world’s climatic zones – with temperate climate outside and inside, plus giant ‘covered biome’ conservatories for the humid and warm regions.
Click here: THE EDEN PROJECT AND CREAM OF THE SOUTH WEST
DAY 2: Two Turtle Doves!
On the second Day of Christmas my true love sent to me two turtle doves!
Welcome to our DOVE….R tour to the Garden of England in 2026.
Amazing experiences not to be missed on this wonderful five day holiday in the glorious Garden of England. Based in the heart of the county of Kent we have included a number of fascinating visits, including famous Chatham Dockyards, a ‘Call the Midwife’ tour, historic Dover Castle – and the fabulous ‘Castle Under Siege’ experience – not to mention a visit to Canterbury Cathedral with an expert guided tour. We think you’ll love every minute.
Click here: CALL THE MIDWIFE AND THE DOVER SIEGE EXPERIENCE
DAY 3: Three French Hens
On the third Day of Christmas my true love sent to me... three French hens!
Go in search in this fine French country itself on a delightful River Cruise along the Seine.
Admire the changing landscapes as we sail from the French capital of Paris through the villages bordering the Seine, each day taking-in new discoveries as we head towards Normandy. Discover the infamous D-Day beaches and soak up the charms of Honfleur and medieval Rouen before gliding back into Paris, where we moor in the shadows of the Eiffel Tower, and enjoy a tour of the city.
Click here: CRUISING THE MEANDERING SEINE PARIS AND D-DAY BEACHES CRUISE
Day 4: Four Calling Birds
On the fourth Day of Christmas my true love sent to me... four calling birds!
Join us on the Bittern Line service to Sheringham and enjoy a return journey on the North Norfolk Railway, known as the Poppy Line. Through the heart of the county by coach to Bressingham Steam Museum before concluding at The English Distillery for a tour and tasting.
Click here: RAILS AND RIVERS AND A TASTE OF ROYAL NORFOLK
Day 5: Five Gooooooooold Rings ( yes we can hear you singing now!)
On the fifth Day of Christmas my true love sent to me... five GOOOOOLD rings!
Treat yourself to a little luxury in the Cheshire countryside on our GOLD Tour, staying at the elegant four star Crewe Hall Hotel & Spa. Built around a Grade I listed mansion, the hotel offers high standards of accommodation and leisure facilities while, out and about, we include a fabulous sightseeing itinerary. We cross the Peak District to visit the much-revered Chatsworth House and Gardens, enjoy a cruise on the River Severn through the Shropshire scenery, and a guided tour of Roman Chester too!
Click here: GOLD TOUR – CHESHIRE GOLD AND CHATSWORTH HOUSE
Day 6: Six Geese a Laying
On the sixth Day of Christmas my true love sent to me... six geese a laying!
The idyllic pastoral landscapes of the Stour Valley, on the border of Suffolk and Essex, inspired great painters such as Constable and Gainsborough in the 18th century. Once a thriving centre in medieval times, today it is a rural backwater which attracts visitors with its picturesque towns and half-timbered villages, thatched cottages, magnificent churches, and quiet countryside. Venture a little further to the Suffolk Coast and we discover genteel coastal resorts and natura; estuaries thriving with geese, swans and beautiful wildlife.
CONSTABLE COUNTRY AND SUFFOLK COASTLINES
Day 7: Seven Swans a Swimming
On the Seventh Day of Christmas my true love sent to me... seven swans a swimming!
There are many curious traditions associated with the monarchy of the United Kingdom. One of the most well-known is all Swans are the property of Queen’s ! So why not join us on this Diamond isle Royal Residence Osborne House once lived in by none other than Queen Victoria.
Click here: BEST OF THE DIAMOND ISLEAND OSBOORNE HOUSE
Day 8: Eight Maids a-Milking
On the Eighth Day of Christmas my true love sent to me... eight maids a milking!
Yorkshire has inspired and played host to some of the most popular and successful dramas The unspoilt countryside of England’s largest county Yorkshire has formed the backdrop to both modern day as well as countless classics – from the long running soap Emmerdale, the timeless success of All Creatures Great & Small and the acclaimed films of the Railway Children.
Click here: YORKSHIRE ON SCREEN AND JAMES HERRIOT COUNTRY
Day 9: Nine Ladies Dancing
On the Ninth Day of Christmas my true love sent to me... nine ladies dancing!
Voted by Which? as the UK’s best holiday parks, Potters Resorts are an institution. With first class entertainment including dancing and music, fabulous hospitality and excellent facilities it is no wonder they are so highly regarded. The ever-popular Potters resort in Hopton-on-Sea, on the east coast has retained its five star rating for years, proving that at Potters Resorts you really are getting the best. Fully Inclusive, means everything is taken care of including full board meals and selected soft and alcoholic drinks throughout.
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Day 10: Ten Lords a-Leaping
On the Tenth Day of Christmas my true love sent to me, ten lords a leaping!
Among the rolling hills of the Cheviots lies the impressive Alnwick Castle and its equally wonderful gardens – the vision and triumphal achievement of the Duchess of Northumberland. Here the amazing gardens and water features are a delight to explore while you can also ‘ lord it up’ in the majestic castle too! - almost as well known for being a TV and film location as it is for being a popular tourist attraction. We also discover the embattled coastline of Northumberland, mystical Lindisfarne and the beautiful city of Durham.
Click here: ALNWICK CASTLE & NORTHUMBRIAN GEMS
Day 11: Eleven Pipers Piping
On the Eleventh Day of Christmas my true love sent to me... eleven lords a leaping!
Scotland’s North Coast 500 is a must-do road trip that showcases breath taking scenery of powder white beaches, marvellous Munros, gleaming lochs, historic castles and traditional fishing villages dotting the coastline. It’s so much more than just a road trip. On this magnificent ten day holiday we explore a section of this popular route that has been described as ‘Scotland’s Route 66’, a jaw-dropping journey skirting the top of the UK’s northwest coastline, covering 430 miles of some of the most unspoilt and picturesque vistas in Europe. Wildlife abounds, historic monuments dot the landscape and the sights and sounds of the sea are never far away. Highlights include visits to the Isle of Syke, Dunvegan Castle and the Castle of Mey, and some of the most stunning leisurely scenic coach touring imaginable.
Click here: OUR SCOTTISH NORTH COAST 500 A HIGHLAND ADVENTURE!
Day 12: Twelve Drummers Drumming
On the Twelfth Day of Christmas my true love sent to me... twelve drummers drumming!
This wonderful new tour for 2026 explores the spectacular and largely unspoilt county of Northumberland. Our base is the lively city of Newcastle, named after a castle first built during Roman times but now a modern and friendly city on the banks of the River Tyne with no fewer than seven bridges spanning the river. There is a bustling quayside and a vibrant city centre full of cafés, restaurants and museums while holiday excursions take in the Northumbrian coastline, a superb trip by train to Edinburgh and the Edinburgh Tattoo and a visit to ancient Durham with its magnificent cathedral.
Click here: NORTHUMBRIAN ADVENTURE & THE EDINBURGH TATTOO
