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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.
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
Tuesday 16 April cont.
Di’s Suggestions:
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West End / Covent Garden Show
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Hampton Court Gardens
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Henry VIII
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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:
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Dartmouth Day Tour (ferry or boat trip)
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Steam Train to Agatha Christie home (amazing!)
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Steam Train to Cockington Village (fabulous!)
Sunday 21 April
TORQUAY
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
10am to 3pm – painting and drawing with Di.
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.
Monday 22 April cont.
Di’s Suggestions:
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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:
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Bradford on Avon Day Tour
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Castlecombe Day Tour (30 mins)
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Wells – could also include Glastonbury (40 mins)
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Lacock (National Trust preserved living village and abbey)
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Jane Austen Centre / House
Monday 29 April
IN BATH
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
10am to 3pm – painting and drawing with Di.
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.
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
Tuesday 7 May
Arrives in Brisbane at 5:30pm
*END OF TRIP*
COST SUMMARY
As of 10 December 2023
AIRFARES - Qatar Airways Economy Class Fare
Brisbane to London and Edinburgh to Brisbane
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Enquire if you wish to extend your journey
TOUR PRICE INCLUSIONS:
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20 nights’ Accommodation Twin Share or Double
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Breakfast Daily
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British Seniors Rail Pass – 4 days over 30 days
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Arrival Transfer in London
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Arrival and Departure Transfers in Edinburgh
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Departure Transfer to Bristol Airport
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All Taxes
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2 x Rental Car Oxford for the Cotswolds
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Di Kelly as your Teacher & Tour Escort
TRANSPORT –
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First Class Trains - London to Torquay, Torquay to Oxford, Cotswolds to Bath, additional return day trip to Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh
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EasyJet flight from Bristol to Edinburgh
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:
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Meals and Drinks not listed above
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Di’s daily suggestions
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Any Local Guides or Entrance Fees not listed above
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Any Trains and Transfers not listed above
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Personal Expenses
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Porterage and Tips
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