Nature Themed Supported Holidays

Details of our nature themed supported holidays from Chrysalis Holidays...

Isle of Skye Choice

November 29, 2015 By Micah Hampson

As you would expect, boat trips dominate the to do list on the Isle of Skye. That’s because you can see some of the finest scenery in the UK, Eagles, Otters, seals and (on a good day) Minke, Humpback and Killer whales. The crystal clear waters of the ‘Fairy Pools’ is another must-see. Dunvegan Castle is simply awe-inspiring.

Depart: Saturday 9 May 2020
Return: Friday 15 May 2020
3:1 Support: £950
1:1 Support: £1490
Accommodation: Carn Liath, Portree, Isle of Skye
Itinerary: With this being a ‘choice’ holiday, itineraries are decided according to the interests and wishes of the group throughout the week. The following are just some of the possibilities that will be on offer:

Transport
Nature
Theatre
Attractions
Historical

Spring Watch

November 28, 2015 By Graham

Watch how the countryside comes to life during spring. See how people and nature can work together to create spectacular displays. Visit the magnificent Castle Howard Stately Home and the Peasolm Park Japanese Gardens, to name but two examples. Also take home a hand-crafted memento for your own garden.

Depart: Monday 11 May 2020
Return: Friday 15 May 2020
3:1 Support Price: £550
1:1 Support Price: £1080
Accommodation: Cayton Bay Lodge
Itinerary:

Daytime: Travelling
Evening: Arrival, introductions and group meeting. Unpacking and settling in.

Daytime: Day at Yorkshire Lavender Farm with 60 acres of gardens and woodland, and specialist plant nursery
Evening: Pub night, including live music or karaoke if available

Daytime: Day at Castle Howard Stately home and Gardens, including a tour of the house
Evening: Soft cheese, bread or jam making

Daytime: Stroll through Peasholm Park, including the Chinese gardens and a picnic lunch. Afternoon shopping trip in Scarborough.
Evening: End of holiday celebration meal at a local restaurant

Travel home, with picnic lunch en-route

Anglesey Choice

November 26, 2015 By Micah Hampson

Returning to the home of Chrysalis and the jewel of North Wales. No one knows how to put together a summer holiday on Anglesey like we do. Join us as we explore the Island’s best beaches, vantage points and historical treasures.

Depart: Monday 18 May 2020
Return: Friday 22 May 2020
3:1 Support: £840
1:1 Support: £1440
Accommodation: Cae Glas, Anglesey
Itinerary: With this being a ‘choice’ holiday, itineraries are decided according to the interests and wishes of the group throughout the week. The following are just some of the possibilities that will be on offer:

Transport
Nature
Shopping
Beaches
Adventure
Attractions

Welsh Highland Railway. Ffestiniog Railway. Great Orme Tramway. Llandudno land train. Llandudno open top bus. Snowdon Railway. Puffin Island boat trip. Padarn Lake Dragon Boats.

Bodarfon farm. Rhyl Sealife Centre. Welsh Mountain Zoo. Coastal Walks. Parys Mountain. Anglesey Sea Zoo. Foel Fferm Parc. Crabbing on Beau-Maris Pier.

Bangor. Llandudno. Rhyl. LlainfairPG.

Benllech. Cemaes Bay. Trearddur Bay.

Llandudno Toboggan. High Ropes. Speedboat ride.

Beddgellert. Betwys-y-Coed. Conwy Castle. Caernarfon Castle. Plas Newydd. Arts & crafts at Piggery Pottery.

All Creatures Great and Small

November 21, 2015 By Micah Hampson

From cute little lambs to majestic tigers or huge elephants, the world is full of amazing creatures. Discover some of our native wildlife in Dalby Forest and on the sea shore, and have a wonderfully interactive experience with some more exotic creatures at The Yorkshire Wildlife Park and Scarborough Sea Life Centre.

Depart: Saturday 6 June 2020
Return: Friday 12 June 2020
3:1 Support: £800
1:1 Support: £1590
Accommodation: Cayton Bay Lodge
Itinerary:

Daytime: Travelling
Evening: Arrival, group meeting and introductions. Unpacking and settling in.

Daytime: Visit Betton Farm – working farm and visitors centre
Evening: Evening stroll along Scarborough Promenade

Daytime: Day trip to North Yorkshire Wildlife Park
Evening: Film and TV Night

Daytime: Duncombe Park Birds of Prey Centre
Evening: Pub night, including live music or karaoke if available

Daytime: Day trip to The Deep Aquarium in Hull
Evening: Arts and crafts or bakery session

Daytime: Shopping day, may include trip to Scarborough town centre or Promenade, Bridlington, York city or the York Outlet Mall
Evening: End of holiday celebration with meal at a local restaurant

Travelling home, including pub lunch en-route

Carmarthen Sun Sea and Sand

November 18, 2015 By Micah Hampson

Past the hills and valleys of the Brecon Beacon National Park is the treasure of Carmarthenshire. In Tenby and Saundersfoot gleams perfect picture-postcard sandy beaches. After getting your fill of the beach we’re planning to visit the National Botanical Gardens of Wales and ride the scenic Gwili Steam Railway. Don’t miss out on this fabulous holiday.

Depart: Saturday 13th June 2020
Return: Friday 19th June 2020
3:1 Support: £1030
1:1 Support: £1970
Accommodation: The Croft
Itinerary:

Arrival, group meeting and introductions. Unpacking and settling in

Daytime: Trip to the National Botanic Gardens of Wales, including scenic walk and sensory gardens
Evening: Barbeque evening meal around the firepit

Daytime: Trip to the seaside resort of Llanelli, with picnic and games on the beach
Evening: Free choice evening

Daytime: Ride on the Gwili scenic steam railway, from Bronwydd to Llwfan Cerrig
Evening: Pub night, including live music or karaoke

Daytime: Scenic walk and picnic at Pembrey country park and Cefn Sidan beach.
Evening: Film night at the guesthouse

Daytime:Shopping day in Carmarthen Town Centre
Evening:End of holiday celebration with restaurant meal

Travelling home, with picnic lunch en-route

Northumberland Choice

November 17, 2015 By Graham

The North East of England is steeped in history and blessed with some astonishing scenery. Allow us to show you around the castles, gardens and galleries, or help you to relax in one of the quaint coastal villages. Above all, we’d recommend a visit to the exquisite Holy Island of Lindisfarne.

Depart: Monday 22 June 2020
Return: Friday 26 June 2020
3:1 Support: £900
1:1 Support: £1470
Accommodation: Ashwood Lodge, Romaldkirk
Itinerary: With this being a ‘choice’ holiday, itineraries are decided according to the interests and wishes of the group throughout the week. The following are just some of the possibilities that will be on offer:

Nature
Shopping
Attractions
Historical
Adventure
Evening

Crook Hall & Gardens. Durham Botanic Gardens. Durham Dales & North Pennines, Hall Hill Farm Park. Highforce Waterfalls. Walworth Castle birds of prey.

Dalton Park. Durham City Indoor Market.

Guided City Tour (walking or open top bus), Day at Sedgefield races. HMS Trincomalee. Weardale Railway. Lindisfarne Holy Island.

Durham Cathedral & Castle, Kynren at Auckland Castle, Raby Castle, Beamish Museum, National Railway Museum, Killhope Lead Mining Museum. The Bowes Museum.

Highforce Waterfalls. Adventure Valley. Diggerland.

Gala Theatre. Darlington Civic Theatre. Cinema. Bowling.

New Forest Choice

November 16, 2015 By Micah Hampson

Did you know that there are still places in England where wild deer and ponies run free? Well, The New Forest is such a place. Take in some remarkable scenery during the official guided tour, enjoy the New Forest Show & Wildlife Park and visit the spectacular National Motor Museum at Beaulieu.

Depart: Monday 29 June 2020
Return: Friday 3 July 2020
3:1 support: £920
1:1 Support: £1500
Accommodation: Meadow Lodge, The New Forest
Itinerary:

Nature
Theatre
History
Adventure
Shopping
Sightseeing
Transport

Monkey World, Kingston Maurward Animal Park, Marwell Zoo, Farmer Palmers Farm Park, New Forest Wildlife Park. Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary.

Tivoli theatre, Layard theatre, Regent centre, Shelley theatre, REX 1920’s style cinema.

The Dinosaur Museum, Poole Museum, Russel-Cotes Gallery and Museum, Shire Hall Courthouse Museum, Teddy Bear Museum, The Tank Museum.

Paultons Family Theme Park, Sweet Claw Valley Adventure Golf, Swimming, Surfing, Kayaking, GO Ape, Splashdown.

Bournemouth, Southampton, Isle of Wight.Historic markets of Hythe, Lymington or Ringwood.

Hengistbury head coastal walk and visitors centre, Open top bus tour, Pier and Amusements, day at the beach, Ringwood Brewery Tour, Stonehenge.

Moors Valley Railway, North Dorset Railway, Eastleigh Lakeside Railway, Coastal boat trip.

Lake District Summer

November 9, 2015 By Micah Hampson

Join us for our first ever ‘Summer Holiday’ in one of our favourite parts of the world: the Lakes. Plenty of strawberries & cream, barbecues and brisket, cruising along Lake Windermere, walking in the footsteps of William Wordsworth and exploring the home of Beatrix Potter.

Depart: Monday 20 July 2020
Return: Friday 24 July 2020
3:1 Support: £760
1:1 Support: £1400
Accommodation: Mardale, Goosemire Cottages, Lake District
Itinerary: TBC