By Coach
Coaches provide a luxurious, warm and pleasant travel environment and they give you a genuine sense of adventure, seeing the countryside fly by out of the window as you travel to your destination.
They are also the safest mode of transport in most European countries, not to mention being the most cost-effective passenger transport ensuring you get value for money on your tour.
European Connoisseurs Travel is dedicated to helping reduce Carbon Emissions caused by the travel industry and providing comfortable executive coach trips to popular destinations is a means to achieve this.
According to the International Road Transport Union coaches require only half a litre of diesel fuel on average to carry one passenger over 100 kilometres, making them the most fuel-efficient mode of passenger transport. In short they cause less CO² than any other mode of transport.
Below is a list of the destinations where we can take you with a coach tour.
3 Day Educational
Flower auction visit at Aalsmeer, Netherlands plus optional Astrid Van den Berg Taster Workshop at 'Greenhouse'.
60th Anniversary Coronation Exhibition at Buckingham Palace, London
Enjoy a rare opportunity to see the 60th Anniversary Coronation Exhibition at Buckingham Palace.
Amiens and the Gardens of Picardy
Combine a visit to one of France’s most charming cities, Amiens, with a tour to the region’s world renowned gardens.
Amiens and the Gardens of the Somme
Normandy is renowned for cider-making, apples, pastries, exquisite sea food and dairy products such as Normandy butter, cream and Camembert
Amiens City Break
Amiens is a fascinating location, as rich in history as it is in sights.
Amsterdam and Bruges
A city famous for its spectacular 17th Century architecture, and supreme museums.
Antwerp Christmas Market
Antwerp makes for a wonderful Belgian themed Christmas getaway with open air Christmas market stalls offering an array of special gifts and an ice rink to skate on.
Bath and Bristol Christmas Markets
With Bath Abbey and the Roman Baths as a backdrop, this Market has a very special atmosphere.
Bonn Christmas Market
With possible excursion to Cologne
Treat yourself to mulled wine, hot mead and some hot roasted chestnuts at the illuminated festive Christmas market in Bonn.
Boppard Wine Festival
Boppard is a highly picturesque, Rhineland town with many historic buildings such as the Carmelite Monastery. Boppard has a charm and unmistakable natural beauty with stunning surroundings as well as numerous monuments representing its culture and history. This wonderful tasting experience will expand the wine lovers' palette to the beautiful selections of German wines.
Boulogne
The largest fishing port in Europe, with its cobbled square and vibrant market, its superb seafood restaurants and bistros, Boulogne is very appealing from across the Channel. It is the largest fishing port in France, with several fish markets to browse and purchase the freshest catch of the day.
Bruges
Relive an amazing journey from the past by visiting the fascinating city of Bruges with its carefully cherished architectural and artistic treasures some dating from the 13th Century.
Bruges Christmas Market
If your idea of Christmas is skating on an ice rink, enjoying Belgian chocolates at the market stalls and soaking up traditional Christmas scenes then Bruges Christmas Market will suit your Christmassy needs to the last fairy light!
Bruges Christmas Markets, plus Dunkirk and The Chapel of Light in Northern France
This exclusive tour for Sainsbury’s Veterans is a winter mini-break taking in Bruges Christmas markets, Dunkirk and The Chapel of Light in Bourbourg.
Brussels Christmas Market
Hailed as ‘Europe’s most original Christmas Market’, with an impressive 240+ wooden chalets, and a spectacular big wheel, the Brussels Christmas Market has everything you are looking for and is the perfect Christmas mood-setter.
Carpet of Flowers in Brussels
14 to 17 August 2014
In Brussels the spectacular Carpet of Flowers is on display for a five day period in August at the Grand Place Square, which in itself is one of the most memorable landmarks in Brussels.
Cheshire and North Staffordshire Garden Tour
Cheshire and the surrounding area has an abundance of beautiful, landscaped gardens. This tour takes in no less than five garden visits.
Courson Plant Show
Les Journees de Plantes is held bi-annually at the Parc du Domaine de Courson. Exhibitors from around Europe sell unusual plants, and workshops are held in both French and English.
Devon Gardens
Renowned for certain areas of natural and oustanding beauty, Devon boasts Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks as well as the famous Jurassic Coast in Dorset and East Devon.
Eden Project and Lost Gardens of Heligans
Visit The Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan for a double bill of unusual, exotic and stunning flora and fauna.
Expo Veldhoven
Appreciate the finest examples of quilting and craftwork at this renowned Expo in the Netherlands, staying at the 4* NH Koningshof hotel with swimming pool, sauna and excellent facilities.
Flower Event Alden Biesen
At the National Commandery - September 2013
The Bilzen Flower Arrangement Event takes place every September, providing an unusually creative and interesting range of floral displays.
Gardens of Normandy
Staying in central Rouen makes for a great base to this tour. Rouen is one of the most beautiful cities in France and resides on the River Seine. Full of greenery and splendid architecture it puts the visitor at ease, with plenty to discover by walking its streets.
Gardens of Paris
The Parc de Bagatelle at Neuilly in the Bois de Boulogne and the Jardins Albert Kahn represent the best of Gardens in Paris.
Ghent Christmas Market
Ghent is a Belgian city steeped in history, and is full of museums and galleries. It makes the perfect setting for an atmospheric Christmas market and boasts 53 stalls selling everything from the finest foods to the perfect gifts to take back home for friends and family.
Keukenhof
Open 20th March - 18th May 2014
Keukenhof in Holland is not only the world's largest garden park, it is reputedly the world's most beautiful! When you see it you will understand why it has this coveted reputation and has remained one of the most popular destinations in the Netherlands over the last 60 years.
Keukenhof Flower Parade
3rd May 2014
This now legendary annual flower parade follows a 40 km route from Noordwijk to Haarlem and passes Keukenhof in the afternoon, over the ‘Keukenhof Corso Boulevard’ (Parade Boulevard).
Leicester Gardens
Leicestershire, a county at the very heart of England, is fortunate to be home to some of the country’s largest and most impressive garden estates.
Liege Christmas Market
The Belgian city of Leige on the river Meuse is in a central hub of a location – only a few miles from Maastricht in Holland and also Cologne in Germany. It has the thriving pulse of a city near other cities.
Lille Christmas Market
The month long Christmas Market in Lille is also one of the largest in Northern France.
Loire Valley Wine Tasting Experience
Stay in picturesque Saumur where you can explore this historic city and chateau which dominates the skyline. Built from the same tuffeau lime stone which underlies the vineyards producing unique sparkling wines.
Magical Winter Moments in Bruges
Formerly known as The Grand Christmas Happening Bruges, this is a stylish and festive event, which features all the newest trends in home and floral decoration.
Monet's House and Gardens in Giverny
Visit one of the most exciting and popular gardens in France, and discover the history behind the great artist who created it.
NAFAS National Show 2013
Bournemouth, 11-13 July 2013
The NAFAS National Show 2013 will be held at the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) between 11-13 July.
Open Gardens of Amsterdam
Enjoy viewing Amsterdam’s beautifully formed hidden gardens in this tour of discovery.
Paris
Whether you are strolling along the Seine, or soaking up city life from a sidewalk cafe, you will understand why Paris is synonymous with the word 'style'.
Paris and Montmartre Winte Tasting Tour
Combine your Paris City break with a vineyard visit and wine-tasting in Montmartre. Enjoy the romance, culture and beauty of this iconic Capital by adding a sight-seeing tour or dinner in a traditional Parisian restaurant.
Paris Christmas Markets
The Christmas Market at La Défense region, in the west of the city, has wonderfully decorated stalls, selling all kinds of festive gifts.
Quilt Championship - October 2013
The Open European Quilt Championships is a competition not to be missed. Admire the spectacular quilts on display or shop in the trade area for those priceless accessories. Your accommodation will be at the luxurious 4* NH Koningshof.
Reims and Champagne
Staying in Reims at the heart of the Champagne region, visit the beautiful city of Epernay for a tour of a famous Champagne cellar and visit La Chocolatierie Thibaut.
Tastings at both are a delightful experience!
Rouen Christmas Market
In November Rouen begins to celebrate the Christmas season in front of the Cathedral the Marché de Noël as over 40 stalls are erected to sell their seasonal wares.
Rural Essex Gardens
Small hamlets, quiet country lanes, traditional villages and market towns, Rural Essex County provides an excellent touring base for the garden enthusiast.
Sainsbury’s Veterans exclusive offer to Caen in Normandy
Enjoy a weekend break in this historic part of Normandy in France. We will arrange for you a welcome dinner so you can settle into the tour in comfort and without any fuss. See the beaches where the D-Day landings took place, visit the 360 degree cinema and the Calvados Distillery. This is a truly unforgettable experience.
Short Breaks All Year Round
We organise tailor-made week end or short trips all year round with a floral bias for NAFAS Members.
Shropshire Gardens
Shropshire boasts unspoilt countryside, historic towns, medieval castles, ancient churches and famous landmarks such as the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site.
The European Patchwork Meeting in Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines, Alsace - September 2013
Take a tour to the quilting heart-land of France and enjoy the inspirational sights, learning and shopping opportunities at the largest patchwork show in Europe.
The Festival of Quilts - August 2013
Visit the largest show of its kind at Birmingham’s NEC to see quilts on display from the world’s best quilting artists, as well as an enormous trade area just for quilters. This tour has been devised in partnership with Twisted Thread.
The Knitting and Stitching Show – November 2013
In partnership with The Quilters’ Guild and Twisted Thread we offer you a choice of two tours to this wonderful show in Harrogate – one with an included visit to The Quilters’ Museum and Gallery in York.
Trier Christmas Market
The enchanting Trier Christmas Market takes places on the medieval Main Market, overlooked by the Trier Cathedral.
United Kingdom Day Trips
Spend a relaxing day exploring a new city, and relax in open air restaurants, and discover unique boutiques amongst streets filled with history and character.
Xmas Market Pick and Mix Choice
On this tour we offer a flexible choice of Christmas Markets.
York Christmas Market
The historic town of York is the perfect setting for Christmas market stalls and festive fun and this annual event has become the most anticipated celebration in the York calendar.
Ypres Christmas Market
Visit Ypres Christmas market with ECT Travel, which is held in the Grote Markt – the main square. Here you will find an ice rink and traditional wooden stalls which resemble Swiss chalets in design.
