'Tis The Season In Sussex new tour
Monday 17 November 2025 to Friday 21 November 2025
£625pp
- Destination
- Itinerary
- Full inclusions
- Hotel
- Booking request
Why visit Sussex? Eastbourne is simply the classic British seaside that we've known and loved since the Victorians made holidaying a favourite pastime. It’s charming, relaxed, and feels authentic. Enjoy views over the English Channel as crashing wintery waves tumble in and look towards Beachy Head's dramatic white cliffs for memorable coastal views. Eastbourne's Victorian architecture contrasts awesomely with the Towner Eastbourne gallery - a must-visit, free-to-enter attraction. A stay at The Lansdowne is guaranteed to get you in the festive spirit with their welcoming Christmas package, this privately run hotel has been a favourite with Shaws' customers for many years.
Why visit with us? In 2024 99% of our holiday customers said they would book again and 99% also said they would recommend us to a friend. Shaws Coaches has a strong reputation for a dependable service, with a proven track record for punctuality and professionalism.
What do our customers say? "Could not fault any aspect of the hotel, superb" • "Very different trips and we have gained knowledge to tell our family and friends" • "Interesting interactive displays at the Observatory" • "Wasn't sure about the observatory but loved it!" • In 2024 Shaws’ customers rated The Lansdowne Hotel 4/5 based on its food & drink, staff & service and bedroom comfort.
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Tour code: A3497
Monday
There's a warming tea/coffee waiting for you on arrival, then get to know everyone during bingo or a quiz at the hotel tonight.
Tuesday
Spend the morning in Sussex’s liveliest city – Brighton. 18th century party animal George IV fell in love with Brighton and made it a magnet for visitors, it remains as popular to this day. Sightsee amongst iconic landmarks including the Royal Pavilion’s exotic architecture (entry not included) and the 1,772ft long Palace Pier, or head to The Lanes for quirky shopping in narrow alleys and hidden squares. This afternoon, visit the growing community of local artisans at the South Downs Heritage Centre. Find store cupboard supplies from the best local producers in the Food Hall, home grown plants in the nursery and unique artefacts in The Museum of Gardening. Indulge in an early Christmas dinner at the hotel tonight followed by live entertainment.
Wednesday
Enjoy a day at leisure in Eastbourne. Perhaps follow the Promenade Art Trail and discover 70 contemporary pieces that reflect the area’s unique landscape (it starts in the hotel bar, with more pieces to be found in six other of the resort’s hotels). Just behind the hotel is Towner Eastbourne – a free-to-enter gallery holding over 5,000 pieces of intriguing modern British and international contemporary art. Finish a restful day with live entertainment at the hotel tonight!
Thursday
Spend the morning on the ancient medieval streets of Rye with its cobbled streets and relaxed atmosphere, it’s market day today with friendly traders selling everything from sweets to shoes. This afternoon, experience an out-of-this-world visit to The Observatory at Herstmonceux where knowledgeable guides will bring to life the 300 year history of the domes and telescopes at this world famous astronomical observatory. There’s a Christmas themed activity at the hotel tonight.
Friday
Time to head home.
- 4 night stay with breakfast
- 3 course dinner with tea/coffee (min 3 choices)
- A visit to the South Downs Heritage Centre
- Entry to The Observatory at Herstmonceux
- Free time in Brighton, Eastbourne & Rye
- Festive hotel package
- - Christmas dinner and live entertainment
- - Tea/coffee on arrival at the hotel
- - Bingo/quiz night
- - Live entertainment
- - Christmas themed activity evening
- Porterage
- All travel including home collection*
- International Passenger Protection
- Reserved coach seat
- 18kg suitcase pp
- Executive touring coach featuring a refreshment station, reclining seats, reading lights, curtains, foot and arm rests, toilet, safety belts, air suspension and individual air-flow controls
- An experienced, friendly, highly-rated and professional tour driver
- Friendly booking team on hand to answer any questions you might have in the run up to your holiday
- LOW DEPOSITS! Just £50pp with the balance due 8 weeks prior to departure
- LOYALTY DISCOUNT! Book 3 holidays (in any calendar year) and save £15pp, book 4+ and save £20pp, just let us know in special requests that you'd like to redeem your discount
- SAVE £10PP by meeting the coach at Maxey, Stamford Bus Station or Peterborough Extra Services
- *Free home collection providing you live in Bourne, Stamford, Peterborough, Uppingham, The Deepings, Spalding, Whittlesey, Oakham and most of the villages between them and Maxey (we're happy to collect from outside of our free pick-up area with a small additional charge)
- *We’re pleased to offer home collection from the Welwyn area following our successful partnership with Reg’s Coaches. Departures from Welwyn, Welwyn Garden City, Codicote, Woolmer Green, Knebworth, Hatfield, Stevenage and many of the nearby villages incur a small supplement of £30pp. We’re happy to pick up outside these areas, please enquire
The Lansdowne Hotel, Eastbourne 
- Seafront position, overlooking the Western Lawns and Wish Tower with views of Beachy Head
- Privately owned and looked after by the same family since 1912
- Rated 4.6/5 by Shaws customers in 2024
- Ensuite rooms with TV, radio, phone, hairdryer, WiFi and complimentary tea/coffee tray
- Restaurant, bar and lounge areas, many with sea views
- Games room
- Lift
ACCESS: Steps to the main entrance (wheelchair lift available), some steps to some bedrooms, limited walk-in showers on request, no ground floor rooms
Please ask us about sea view rooms which may be available at a supplement