Join us for a holiday based in the Roman city of Chester. Visit the Rows, a shopping district distinguished by 2-level covered arcades and Tudor-style half-timber buildings; and embark on a cruise on the Manchester Ship Canal.

YOUR HOLIDAY WILL INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

• A 6-hour cruise along the Manchester Ship Canal, a 36 mile-long inland waterway, opened in 1894, linking Manchester to the Irish Sea

• A day at leisure in Chester. Founded as a Roman fortress in the 1st century A.D. Chester is known for its extensive red sandstone Roman walls. In the old city, the unique 700 year old 'Rows' galleries where shopping is a double delight, is a great place to explore. See more about The Rows by clicking here.

• A visit to Tatton Park, a stunning 1000 acre historic estate and elegant mansion. Find out more by clicking here.

Price includes *4-nights dinner, bed & breakfast *Luxury coach travel  *Home pick-up  *Excursions and visits  *Cruise on the ship canal

THE QUEEN HOTEL, CHESTER

Built opposite Chester station to serve first-class rail passengers, this hotel has an illustrious past. This magnificent brick and stucco Italianate building was said to be the first skyscraper of its time. Since opening in 1860, its hosted guests such as Charles Dickens, Cecil Rhodes and Lillie Langtry. Single supplement: £125 (limited availability)

See hotel website - click here