England’s most ancient northern city lies on the River Ouse in the centre of the Vale of York between the Dales and North York Moors. Often described as a living museum, York’s Roman, Viking and medieval legacies mark the story of its history throughout the streets and buildings, from the narrow lanes of the Shambles to the majestic Minster, the largest Gothic cathedral north of the Alps. The Monkbar Hotel invites us to join in and greet the New Year in style with fine food and dancing, led by the hotel’s excellent management team. Throughout your stay there will be time to fully acquaint yourself with the best of this enchanting city, or perhaps just sit back, relax and gently soak up the atmosphere that the arrival of a brand new year always brings.
City of York • North Yorkshire Moors • Ripley Castle
DAY 1 YORK
We begin with Titan’s VIP Home Departure Service™ to York and the Monkbar Hotel, where on arrival we will be welcomed by our hosts. There is time to settle in before dinner is served in the restaurant. An informal night, providing the perfect opportunity to relax and meet your fellow guests, tour manager and some of the hotel team.
DAY 2 YORK - NEW YEARS EVE
After breakfast, take the opportunity for a short walk into the walled city of York for shopping and sightseeing, all within a few minutes of the hotel. After a day of exploring the delights of the city and soaking up the atmosphere, there will be time to freshen up before we commence the evening with drinks before dinner. Music is provided until the small hours, and a traditional Scottish taster of haggis, neeps and tatties will help to welcome the New Year.
DAY 3 NORTH YORK MOORS RAILWAY - NEW YEARS DAY
We have time to enjoy a leisurely brunch this morning before we board our coach to begin an excursion into the North Yorkshire Moors, joining the North Yorkshire Moors Railway train at Pickering. The journey through spectacular scenery takes us to Goathland, home of the celebrated television series Heartbeat and more recently, Hogsmeade station for the Harry Potter films. There is time for refreshment before joining our coach for the return journey to the Monkbar Hotel to prepare for this evening’s dinner and entertainment.
DAY 4 YORK • RIPLEY CASTLE • YORK
Following breakfast, we set off for an excursion to Ripley Castle which, for 660 years and 26 generations, has been the ancestral home of the Ingilby family. A fascinating guided tour is included, plus freedom to explore before we head for lunch locally. We return to our hotel later this afternoon to relax before our final dinner this evening.
DAY 5 YORK
Our final breakfast at the Monkbar before check out and departure for the return journey to your own front door.
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