Bombay to Beaulieu new tour
Sunday 26 July 2026 to Thursday 30 July 2026
£750pp Single supplement £128
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Why visit Hampshire? If you want a holiday that feels rich, varied, and genuinely refreshing, Hampshire delivers on every front. From world-class maritime history at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard to ancient woodland and free-roaming ponies in the New Forest, and everything in between! This tour also features two new guided tours - including a personalised drink at Bombay Sapphire and a delicious lunch at Whitchurch Silk Mill, and of course we couldn't stay in Hampshire without visiting one of our all-time favourite attractions - Beaulieu.
Why visit with Shaws? In 2024 99% of our holiday customers said they would book again and 99% also said they would recommend us to a friend. In 2025 passengers rated our holidays 4.7/5 for value for money and we've earned the same 4.7/5 star rating on Google reviews. Shaws Coaches has a strong reputation for a dependable service, with a proven track record for punctuality and professionalism. Our friendly booking team and highly-rated tour drivers are ready to welcome you.
What do our customers say? "Excellent, patient driver, very safe and knowledgeable" • "I want to thank Carl, our driver, who was unfailingly kind, helpful and patient ... I have found your booking team very friendly, helpful and efficient too"
Tour code: A3517
Sunday
Time to relax in your 4* surroundings, perhaps take a refreshing dip in the pool or treat yourself to a glass of wine on the patio.
Monday
There's so much to do at Beaulieu! The Palace House is one of just ten Treasure Houses of England; here, costumed guides will take you through the fascinating home of Lord Montagu, including his secret library and a restored Victorian kitchen. Admire the pristine collection of vehicles inside the world renowned National Motor Museum, from F1 to a rustic 1930s garage. Did you know that over 3,000 Special Ops agents were trained in the dark arts of warfare at Beaulieu? Head to the Secret Army Exhibition to find out more. After an action packed morning we’ll take a scenic drive through the New Forest, pausing a short while in Lyndhurst, where quirky shops and cafés line the long and buzzing High Street. It’s free entry to the New Forest Heritage Centre with changing displays in the Gallery.
Tuesday
Today we’re spinning — silk this morning and spirits this afternoon! Whitchurch Silk Mill is built on Frog Island and the clear waters that flow around it have powered the mill for over 200 years. See the traditional Victorian machinery and the recently refurbished cast iron waterwheel during a guided tour, finishing with a sandwich lunch. Take time to wander in the mill gardens or explore Whitchurch itself — Hampshire’s smallest town has a lovely Mill Trail along the River Test and quirky antique shops full of treasures. Finish the day at the Bombay Sapphire Distillery with a fully guided tour through the Glasshouses, Botanical Dry Room and the Still House, complete with a personalised drink to round off your visit. Note: Differing levels at the Distillery but DDA compliant, no open-toe shoes or heels.
Wednesday
Your Ultimate Explorer Ticket at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard gives you full access to all the attractions at this award winning site. The Mary Rose Museum, HMS Victory, Explosion! Museum of Naval Power, Submarine Museum and so much more including the chance to take a historical harbour tour. Look out for a brand new space that’s set to open in summer 2026 — the Royal Marines Museum.
Thursday
Time to head home.
- 4 night stay with breakfast
- 3 course dinner with tea/coffee each evening (min 3 choices)
- Entry to Beaulieu
- Guided Tour & Lunch at Whitchurch Silk Mill
- Guided Tour & Personalised Tasting at Bombay Sapphire Distillery
- Ultimate Explorer Ticket at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
- Free time in Lyndhurst and Whitchurch
- 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 control
- 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
- *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
Norton Park Hotel & Spa 
- Modern, stylish hotel
- Located just outside of Winchester within 54 acres of parkland - featuring walking trails and a lake
- Ensuite rooms featuring TV, phone, radio, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries and tea/coffee tray
- Free WiFi
- Bar, restaurant and patio
- Indoor pool, sauna, steam room and gym
- Treatments (extra charge)
ACCESS: Lift to all floors, designated ground floor bedrooms are accessed by a covered walkway and a lift, wet-rooms and walk-in showers available on request
Please ask us about upgrades which may be available at a supplement