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THE DIANNE KELLY ART TRIP
TO ENGLAND & SCOTLAND

A CAPTIVATING ART JOURNEY

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About 

Itinerary

The Dianne Kelly Art Trip to England and Scotland

April 15th - May 7th 2024

 

The adventure begins in London, with participants exploring landmarks like Hampton Court Gardens and Windsor and enjoying painting sessions led by Di Kelly at the Queens Gate Hotel. The tour continues to Torquay, offering a delightful mix of art and relaxation at the Headland Hotel, including a scenic steam train trip to Agatha Christie's home.

 

The artistic exploration extends to Oxford, with stays at the George Street Hotel and visits to Blenheim Palace. The Cotswolds provide a picturesque backdrop for creative expression, with stays at Barnsley House and painting sessions in charming villages. The journey then moves to Bath before flying to Edinburgh for artistic immersion in Scottish landscapes, including a day trip to the Highlands. The art tour concludes with fond farewells or the option to extend the adventure in the UK or Europe. With a thoughtfully crafted itinerary, the Dianne Kelly Art Trip promises a perfect blend of artistic inspiration and cultural exploration.

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Monday 15 April

Check-in from 7.40pm – meet Di Kelly at the Airport

 

BRISBANE TO DOHA

Qatar Airways flight QR 899

Departs 10:40pm

Non-Stop 14 hours 35 minutes

Economy Class

 

Tuesday 16 April

Arrives in Doha at 6:15am

In transit – luggage checking through, re-board

DOHA TO LONDON HEATHROW

Qatar Airways flight QR 3

Departs 7:55am  Arrives 1:15pm

Non-Stop 7 hours 20 minutes

Economy Class

LONDON

Upon arrival meet your transfer to your hotel for check-in.  Afternoon at leisure.

6pm Welcome to England dinner at your hotel.  

Accommodation: Queens Gate Hotel

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Tuesday 16 April cont.

Di’s Suggestions:

  • West End / Covent Garden Show

  • Hampton Court Gardens

  • Henry VIII

  • Windsor – Bridge walk to Eton

Wednesday 17 April LONDON

Your first morning in Lovely London.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. 

10am to 3pm – painting and drawing with Di.

Thursday 18 April LONDON

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. 

10am to 3pm – painting and drawing with Di.


 

Friday 19 April

LONDON-TORQUAY

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and make your way to Paddington Station for your train to Torquay. 

LONDON PADDINGTON TO NEWTON ABBOTT

National Rail GWR GW1131

Departs 10:04am  Arrives 12:25pm

Non-Stop 2 hours 21 minutes

First Class 

Change trains.

NEWTON ABBOTT TO TORQUAY

National Rail GWR GW5570

Departs 12:40pm  Arrives 12:51pm

Non-Stop 11 minutes

First Class
 

Friday 19 April cont.

Taxi to hotel upon arrival. Check-in at the hotel. 

Your afternoon is at leisure to explore.

Accommodation: Headland Hotel or similar.
 

Saturday 20 April

TORQUAY

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

10am to 3pm – painting and drawing with Di. 

Di’s Suggestions:

  • Dartmouth Day Tour (ferry or boat trip)

  • Steam Train to Agatha Christie home (amazing!)

  • Steam Train to Cockington Village (fabulous!)

 

Sunday 21 April

TORQUAY

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. 

10am to 3pm – painting and drawing with Di.

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Monday 22 April

TORQUAY-OXFORD

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and make your way to the station for your train to Oxford. 

 

TORQUAY TO NEWTON ABBOTT

National Rail GWR GW4777

Departs 10:29am  Arrives 10:40am

Non-Stop 11 minutes - First Class

NEWTON ABBOTT TO READING

National Rail GWR GW1420

Departs 10:54am  Arrives 12:58pm

Non-Stop 2 hours 4 minutes - First Class

Change trains.

READING TO OXFORD

National Rail Cross Country XC3180

Departs 1:15pm  Arrives 1:38pm

Non-Stop 23 minutes - First Class

Taxi to hotel upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. 

The remainder of the day is at leisure.

 

Accommodation: George Street Hotel Oxford or similar. 

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Monday 22 April cont.

Di’s Suggestions:

  • Blenheim Palace Day Tour 

 

Tuesday 23 April

OXFORD

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. 

10am to 3pm – painting and drawing with Di.
 

Wednesday 24 April

OXFORD TO THE COTSWOLDS

After breakfast at the hotel, hire a car(s) and travel back in time to the whimsical world of The Cotswolds.

Accommodation: Barnsley House 

 

Thursday 25 April

THE COTSWOLDS

After breakfast at the hotel, another day exploring the Cotswolds by car – painting and drawing 😊
 

Friday 26 April

IN THE COTSWOLDS

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel followed by self-drive day explore Barton-on-the-Water, Lower Slaughter, Stow-on the-Wold and Moreton-in-Marsh. 

Painting with Di. 

 

Saturday 27 April

IN THE COTSWOLDS

After breakfast, we head out for a morning of painting the stunning surrounding landscapes.

10am to 3pm – painting and drawing with Di.

 

Sunday 28 April

COTSWOLDS-BATH

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and make your way to the Kemble station for your train to Bath. 

 

KEMBLE TO SWINDON (WILTS)

National Rail GWR GW0984

Departs 9:36am  Arrives 9:50am

Non-Stop 14 minutes - First Class

SWINDON (WILTS) TO BATH SPA

National Rail GWR GW4703

Departs 10:07am  Arrives 10:30am

Non-Stop 23 minutes - First Class

Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. 

The remainder of the day is at leisure to see the city.

 

Accommodation: Hotel Indigo Bath 

 

Sunday 28 April cont.

Di’s suggestions:

  • Bradford on Avon Day Tour

  • Castlecombe Day Tour (30 mins)

  • Wells – could also include Glastonbury (40 mins)

  • Lacock (National Trust preserved living village and abbey)

  • Jane Austen Centre / House 

 

Monday 29 April

IN BATH

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. 

10am to 3pm – painting and drawing with Di.

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Tuesday 30 April

IN BATH

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. 

10am to 3pm – painting and drawing with Di.

 

Wednesday 1 May

BATH-BRISTOL TO EDINBURGH

After breakfast, take some time to enjoy Bath before

transferring to Bristol Airport for your flight to Edinburgh. 

BRISTOL TO EDINBURGH

EasyJet Flight EZY 217

Depart 4.20pm Arrive 5:30pm

Non-Stop 1 hour 10 minutes

Economy Class Seats Up-Front

Priority Baggage

 

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for check-in. 

Accommodation: VOCO Edinburgh Royal Terrace Dinner at your hotel.

 

Thursday 2 May

EDINBURGH

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. 

10am to 3pm – painting and drawing with Di.

 

Friday 3 May

VISIT TO THE SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel – day trip to the

HIGHLANDS by train today... 

10am to 3pm – painting and drawing with Di.
 

Saturday 4 May

EDINBURGH

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. 

10am to 3pm – painting and drawing with Di.

 

Sunday 5 May

EDINBURGH

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. 

Today, enjoy your last free day in Edinburgh.

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Monday 6 May

DEPART EDINBURGH

Fond farewells before an early check out and transfer to the Airport for your flight home.

OR stay a few nights in Edinburgh... 

OR see more of the UK or Europe 😊

Check-in by 6:10am for your flight home.

 

EDINBURGH TO DOHA

Qatar Airways flight QR 32

Departs 8:10am Arrives 5:05pm

Non-stop 6 hours 55 minutes

Economy Class

 

In transit

 

DOHA TO BRISBANE

Qatar Airways flight QR 32

Departs 8:25pm

Non-stop 14 hours 5 minutes

Economy Class

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Tuesday 7 May

Arrives in Brisbane at 5:30pm

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*END OF TRIP*

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COST SUMMARY 

As of 10 December 2023

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AIRFARES - Qatar Airways Economy Class Fare

Brisbane to London and Edinburgh to Brisbane

  • Enquire if you wish to extend your journey

 

TOUR PRICE INCLUSIONS: 

  • 20 nights’ Accommodation Twin Share or Double

  • Breakfast Daily 

  • British Seniors Rail Pass – 4 days over 30 days

  • Arrival Transfer in London 

  • Arrival and Departure Transfers in Edinburgh

  • Departure Transfer to Bristol Airport

  • All Taxes 

  • 2 x Rental Car Oxford for the Cotswolds

  • Di Kelly as your Teacher & Tour Escort 

 

TRANSPORT – 

  • First Class Trains - London to Torquay, Torquay to Oxford, Cotswolds to Bath, additional return day trip to Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

  • EasyJet flight from Bristol to Edinburgh        

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TOTAL JOURNEY WITH AIRFARE (APPROX TO DATE)       $10,095

 

PAYMENT DUE BY 15 DECEMBER         5,000

 

BALANCE DUE 10 FEBRUARY 2024         5,095

 

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT - ADD $3,120

 

PRICES BASED ON A GROUP OF 6 TRAVELLERS
 

TOUR PRICE EXCLUSIONS: 

  • Meals and Drinks not listed above

  • Di’s daily suggestions

  • Any Local Guides or Entrance Fees not listed above

  • Any Trains and Transfers not listed above

  • Personal Expenses

  • Porterage and Tips

 

OPTIONAL

Travel Insurance – essential for all travellers

For traveller aged 50+ 

with $10,000 cancellation cover 20% off discount       $ 420

 

For traveller aged 60+

With $10,000 cancellation cover 20% off discount       $ 595

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ADDITIONAL BOOKING INFORMATION

 

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TRAVEL INSURANCE

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- Payment by Credit Card will incur a fee of 1.3% for Visa/Mastercard and 1.6% for Amex

 

CANCELLATION/ AMENDMENT FEES

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