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Arnhem with Sir Antony BeevorDiscover the true story of the Battle for the Bridges on this special 75th anniversary tour.

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See Holland in bloom with Carol Klein and Joe SwiftExplore the horticultural delights of the Netherlands with the two much-loved television presenters.

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This September sees the 75th anniversary of one of the most dramatic and audacious military operations of the entire Second World War: the Battle for the Bridges. Operation Market Garden, as it was named by the Allies, was an unsuccessful airborne assault on Nazi-controlled territory in the Netherlands and Germany. Its ultimate ambition was to secure key positions across the Rhine and thereby rapidly accelerate the end of the war. Its compelling story was later captured in the classic war film A Bridge Too Far – but is it properly understood?

On this special four-day tour, you will travel from London to some of the most significant sites of the battle and also hear from the brilliant historian Sir Antony Beevor, who will join readers in Arnhem itself for an exclusive dinner and lecture.

Accompanied by another military historian throughout, you will explore the true story of the Battle for the Bridges, the real-life stories behind the fighting, and what happened in its wake, with a special guest contribution from Sir Antony, who will draw on fascinating insights from researching his bestselling new book, Arnhem: The Battle for the Bridges, 1944.

Antony writes: “The British fascination for heroic failure has clouded the battle for Arnhem in myths, but there is so much more to this story than just the desperate attempt to get across the Rhine and finish the war in 1944. I hope you can join me in the city in the week of the battle’s 75th anniversary to hear about researching this dramatic episode in Second World War history – and the terrible reality behind it.”

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Day 1 – DepartTravel by Eurostar from London St Pancras direct to Rotterdam then transfer by coach to Arnhem for your three-night stay. En route, visit the lovely city of Utrecht, laid out on a network of canals with a picturesque town square. Home to landmarks including Da Haar Castle and St Martin’s Cathedral, the city is one of the oldest in Holland, and you will have time to explore before continuing on to Arnhem. On arrival, enjoy a welcome reception, and an introductory lecture from your military tour guide, followed by dinner at the hotel. D

Day 2 – Arnhem, DrielYou start with the excellent Hartenstein Airborne Museum. Situated in the building that was used as the headquarters for the British 1st Airborne Division, the museum offers an excellent overview of Operation

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Market Garden. You will also focus on the evacuation of the British 1st Airborne Division across the Rhine. Of over 10,600 men in the Division, 2,071 would end up evacuated. You will also stop at the Lonsdale Church where many of those evacuated took shelter. Nearby is the famous house of Kate ter Horst. Used as a Regimental Aid Post to treat the wounded, it featured in the film A Bridge Too Far. You complete the day with a visit across the Rhine to Driel. Polish airborne troops landed here in a valiant attempt to reinforce the defenders of Oosterbeek and it was from here that the evacuation was organised. Return to the hotel for a drinks reception and evening talk from Sir Antony Beevor. Enjoy fascinating insights from Antony as he reveals stories from his time researching the book and imparts his

knowledge during this exclusive talk. Afterwards, have dinner at the hotel. B, D

Day 3 – Arnhem Bridge, Reichswald ForestVisit Arnhem Bridge where the men of the Parachute Regiment held out for four days while awaiting the arrival of the British 30 Corps. Visit Arnhem-Oosterbeek British Cemetery and the bridge over the Waal at Nijmegan. The defence of this bridge by SS Engineers is, in the opinion of some, the major reason for the failure of Market Garden. See the preserved bunkers at Grave Bridge and discover how the bridge was taken intact by men of the American 82nd Airborne Division. Cross the German border to visit the atmospheric Reichswald Forest. British and Canadian forces took this area as part of Operation Veritable during early 1945 and you will see the British

the four-star Van der Valk Hotel in Arnhem. Conveniently located close to the beautiful Hoge Veluwe National Park, rooms are elegantly decorated and include facilities such as separate bath and shower and a private balcony. You will enjoy two delicious dinners in the hotel’s restaurant.

Explore Utrecht and RotterdamYour tour will stop at the delightful city of Utrecht in the

cemetery here which is the largest in Germany. The final evening is free either to dine at the hotel or head into Arnhem to eat at a local restaurant. B

Day 4 – RotterdamThis is the anniversary ofthe beginning of the attack on Arnhem. This morning you will head to the Netherlands’ economic powerhouse, Rotterdam, for a brief

visit. A cruise around the port – the largest in Europe – is a great way to see the striking skyline of bold modern architecture. The former docklands area is now a fashionable district. Don’t miss the impressive indoor food market or the amazing ‘cube’ houses. Afterwards, you will board the local train to Brussels, before catching the Eurostar back to London. B

Meal guideB – Breakfast | L – Lunch | D – Dinner

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Arnhem with Sir Antony Beevor

The bestselling military historian in Britain, Sir Antony Beevor’s previous books include Stalingrad (winner of the Samuel Johnson Prize for History and Hawthornden Prize for Literature), Berlin – The Downfall and D-Day – The Battle for Normandy. His books have been published in 32 languages and have sold more than eight million copies. Every booking will receive a copy of his latest book, Arnhem: The Battle for the Bridges, 1944.

Sir Antony BeevorMilitary historian, author

DATES September 13 – 16, 2019

Discover the true story of the Battle for the Bridges on this special 75th anniversary tour including a talk from the celebrated historian

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What’s includedReturn Eurostar from St Pancras to Rotterdam, returning via Brussels (upgrade available at a supplement of £160)

Three nights’ accommodation with breakfast at the four-star Van der Valk Hotel, Arnhem*

Two welcome drinks and dinner at the hotel

Introductory lecture from a military historian guide

Talk from Sir Antony Beevor

Full coach touring itinerary with entrance to the Airborne Museum

Military tour guide and tour manager throughout

Copy of Sir Antony’s latest book (one per booking)

A B O U T T H E PA RT N E R Travel Editions was set up 25 years ago to offer a range of cultural short breaks and extended tours which would appeal to ‘travellers’ not ‘tourists’ and whose itineraries were not readily available on the high street.

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Lecture in Arnhem with Sir Antony BeevorYou will be joined for one night by our special guest, Sir Antony Beevor. One of the world’s foremost military historians, Sir Antony is the perfect companion with whom to trace the events of this historic and disastrous campaign. Joining you for an exclusive drinks reception and dinner, he will also deliver a special talk in which he will reveal his insights and stories from researching

Arnhem: the Battle for the Bridges, 1944.

Military expertiseIn addition to insights from Sir Antony, you will be accompanied throughout by another military historian, who will reveal his expert knowledge of these events of the Second World War during guided visits and an in-depth lecture.

Four-star accommodationStay for three nights at

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Netherlands, where you will have free time to explore the beautiful town square, scenic canals and striking Gothic cathedral. You will also have time in Rotterdam, a thriving city that embodies this progressive nation.

Copy of Sir Antony’s latest bookEvery booking will receive a hardback copy of Sir Antony’s latest book, Arnhem: The Battle for the Bridges, 1944, with the chance

to have it signed by the author on day two.

Visit two of the Netherlands' oldest towns

You’ll visit Arnhem, eventually liberated in April 1945


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See the South Africa v England Test with David Gower

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Discover Albania and Macedonia with Fergal Keane

DATES April 18 – 28, 2020

A B O U T T H E PA RT N E R Prestige Holidays has been arranging tours to fascinating destinations for 30 years, providing guests with unique and authentic travel experiences that avoid the crowds.

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Exclusive talk and Q&A with Fergal Keane Hear Fergal Keane’s first-hand stories of reporting from the front line during the conflict in the Balkans and South Africa’s township unrest in the 1990s. He will give an exclusive talk about his career in reporting on your second night in Tirana and afterwards answer your questions in a private Q&A session.

Explore the rich history of Albania and North Macedonia Roman, Ottoman and,

for a short period, Italian rule, have all left their mark on these countries, not to mention 45 years of communism. Most of the sights you’ll see were off limits to Westerners for much of the last century. Today you can discover the communist architecture of Tirana, Albania’s capital, and some of the 800,000-plus bunkers built to protect civilians from attack. You will pay a visit to an Ottoman house in Gjirokaster and see Byzantine art at the Onufri Museum.

Explore the ancient ruins of Butrint, and the remarkable Ohrid, one of Europe’s oldest cities – both Unesco World Heritage Sites.

Stunning scenery These two short-haul destinations have beautiful landscapes to explore. In Llogara National Park, you will see craggy mountains that overlook the majestic Ionian Sea. Take a stroll along Sarandë’s seaside promenade and enjoy a boat trip on Lake Ohrid.

Sample traditional food and wine Taste wine at the family-owned Cobo winery in the historic region of Berat, south Albania. Other delicious delicacies that should not be missed include the hot kulaç (bun) served with fresh local butter and cheese, homemade yogurt – plain or with nuts – and the lovely Llogara honey. Most of your meals on the tour are included in the price and enjoyed in charming local restaurants.

Tirana - Krujë - Ohrid - Berat - Gjirokaster - Durres - Tirana

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What’s includedExclusive talk and Q&A session with Fergal Keane Return BA flight from London Gatwick to Tirana10 nights’ bed-and-breakfast accommodationMeals as stated in the itineraryAll excursions and entrance feesAll overseas transportEnglish-speaking guides and services of a Prestige Holidays tour manager

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DATES Dec 30, 2019 – Jan 8, 2020

With the awe-inspiring backdrop of Table Mountain, there can be few more spectacular venues to watch a sporting event than Newlands Cricket Ground in South Africa’s Cape Town. On this special 10-day tour, you will enjoy all five days of the second Test match between South Africa and Joe Root’s England side, with lunch, afternoon tea and drinks included.

Hosting you at the match will be one of the game’s most popular figures. David Gower captained his country 32 times and remains the fourth most prolific run-scorer in the history of England cricket. In addition, amateur wine-buff David will join you on a wine-tasting tour and spend an early evening with you cruising on a luxury catamaran.


Expert companySpending time with the former England cricket captain David Gower, you will have ample chance to mine this brilliant cricketing mind for insight into the Test series and anything else cricket related. He and The Telegraph cricket correspondent Scyld Berry will answer your questions after they host an exclusive talk for you. David will also be on hand in your suite at Newlands Cricket Ground for the duration of the Test and join you for a harbour cruise and a trip into the Cape winelands.

Watch in styleKnown as ‘the most beautiful cricket ground in the world’ with Table Mountain soaring skywards in the distance, Newlands is a wonderful place to watch all five days’ action of the second Test match between England and South Africa. While we’re unable to guarantee the result going England’s way, you can be certain of enjoying a balcony seat outside your Pavilion Suite, plus food and drink throughout the day, including lunch, afternoon tea and a complimentary bar.

Excellent excursionsOn New Year’s Day 2020, you will board the 75-foot Mirage, a luxury catamaran, that will sail you around the nearby coast to admire Cape Town’s beaches. You will also head into the wine region of the Western Cape to enjoy guided tours of the Franschhoek Cellar and Blaauwklippen Vineyard, tasting wine and cheese, before enjoying a superb lunch.

Waterfront hotelLooking out on to the Atlantic, the five-star Table Bay Hotel has high standards in service,

cuisine and luxury. With views of Table Mountain and Robben Island and close enough to pay a visit to both, the hotel captures the essence of the enchanting Cape where Victorian elegance combines with contemporary charm.

Extend your tripIf you want to see the Big Five on a Kruger National Park safari, visit the astonishing Victoria Falls, or simply relax on a Mauritius beach at the end of your tour, Africa Travel will be happy to help tailor-make your ideal extension.

Cape Town – Franschhoek – Cape Town

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Albania and North Macedonia are two of the last unexplored countries in Europe. From the end of the Second World War, Albania spent almost 40 years under a communist regime. Many of the sights you will see on this captivating tour were unavailable to Westerners as recently as the 1980s.

You’ll visit the ruins of Butrint and Ohrid, and discover Tirana. BBC foreign correspondent turned author Fergal Keane, who reported on the Balkan conflict, will join you in the former capital of Albania, Krujë. Then, in the current capital Tirana, he will deliver an exclusive talk featuring insights and anecdotes from his distinguished career, followed by a Q&A session.

Fergal Keane joined the BBC in 1989 as Northern Ireland correspondent and a year later was made Southern African correspondent. From 1990 to 1994, Fergal covered the township unrest in South Africa, the end of apartheid and the genocide in Rwanda. He has also reported from the Balkans. He has won a Bafta, Royal Television Society and Sony Radio awards, as well as the Orwell Prize for literature. He has written 10 books, his most recent being the bestselling Wounds: A Memoir of Love and War.

Fergal KeaneForeign correspondent

See the beautiful St Jovan Kaneo Church on Lake Ohrid

Former cricketer and now a broadcaster, David Gower played 117 Test matches and 114 One Day Internationals for England.

David GowerFormer cricketer, broadcaster

Scyld Berry has reported on more England Test matches than any cricket writer – over 430 of them, including 20 Ashes series.

Scyld BerryThe Telegraph cricket correspondent

See England in action at the stunning Newlands Cricket Ground

What’s includedDirect British Airways economy return flight

Accommodation and breakfast at Table Bay Hotel

Tickets and hospitality for five days of the South Africa v England Test match – including lunch, afternoon tea and drinks

Exclusive Q&A session with David Gower and Scyld Berry

Franschhoek tour, wine tasting and lunch at Blaauwklippen Vineyards

Private catamaran cruise with drinks and canapés

Private transfers and transportation on tour

Airline departure taxes

Services of a tour manager

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Carol began exhibiting at RHS shows in 1990 and went on to win gold medals at Chelsea, Hampton Court, Westminster and Malvern and was awarded the RHS Victoria Medal of Honour last year. A regular presenter of Gardeners’ World, Carol’s other TV credits include Wild About the Garden, two series of Real Gardens and The Great British Garden Revival. She has written for a number of publications, including The Telegraph as well as authoring the bestselling book, Grow Your Own Veg.

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A trip to Amsterdam in the spring months means a chance to take in the breathtaking spectacle of fields of blooming tulips. On this eight-day voyage with Emerald Waterways, you will do that and have the chance to meet our experts, who will tell you all about the genus of the Netherlands’ most famous flower.

Gardeners’ World presenters Carol Klein and Joe Swift are two of the most recognisable faces of the horticultural world and their presence makes this tour extra special. Together, you will explore the renowned Keukenhof Gardens, one of the largest and most beautiful gardens in the world. You will then hear Joe and Carol’s tips and stories from their careers during a private

talk and question and answer session. This voyage goes beyond horticulture, allowing you to discover the cuisine and heritage of this historic corner of northern Europe. You will explore the wonderful Amsterdam, walk the medieval cobbled streets of Antwerp, visit the site of the Battle of Arnhem and marvel at the engineering of the Delta Works.

You will spend your seven nights aboard one of Emerald Waterways’ Star-Ships, which boast all the amenities you will need to make your trip unforgettable. With a restaurant, bar and lounge at the ship’s heart, you can dine under the balmy European sky, relax on the sundeck, take in a film in the cinema or have a dip in the pool.

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Day 1 – Amsterdam You will fly into the fascinating 700-year- old city of Amsterdam, land of windmills, canals and tulips. On arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your luxury Emerald

Waterways river cruise ship. Once you’re settled, you have some free time to explore the picturesque canals, museums, theatres and cafes of the buzzing city, before returning for dinner on board. D

Day 2 – AmsterdamThis morning, you will visit Zaanse Schans, with its spectacular recreation of village life when it depended on windmills. There are 12 working windmills here today, a wonderful sight.


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See Holland in bloom with Carol Klein and Joe Swift

DATES April 10 – 17, 2020

Explore the horticultural history of the Netherlands with the two popular television presenters on this special Emerald Waterways river cruise

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What’s includedExclusive discount of £500 per person

Return flights (no-fly option available)

Seven nights’ stylish on-board accommodation

All shore excursions as detailed in the itinerary

Talks and excursions with Carol Klein and Joe Swift

All meals on board including complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner

All tips, port charges, airport taxes and transfers

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Knowledgable cruise director and tour guides

A B O U T T H E PA RT N E R Emerald Waterways offers classic river cruises on board spacious, modern ships - its award-winning, state-of-the-art fleet is the newest in Europe.

Visit the stunning tulip fields of Holland

Alternatively, try a guided bike tour or take part in clog painting on board. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner with the ship’s captain. B, L, D

Day 3 – RotterdamIn the Netherlands’ architectural capital, you will see highlights such as the Erasmus Bridge and the Beeldenroute Westersingel during a guided tour of Rotterdam, the country’s second largest city. B, L, D

Day 4 – VeereToday, you will arrive in Veere, for a guided tour of the historical seafaring village. Discover the extraordinary Delta Works project – a unique series of dikes, sea walls and locks commissioned


Experience Dutch engineering innovation You will have the chance to visit the magnificent Delta Works. An ambitious feat of engineering, this series of dikes, sea walls and locks stretches all the way to Rotterdam and was dubbed one of the ‘Seven Wonders of the modern world’ by the American Society of Engineers.

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Carol and Joe at Keukenhof Gardens Join your special guests, Gardeners’ World presenters Carol Klein and Joe Swift on a visit to these magnificent gardens – 79 acres of the most exuberant displays of the season you will witness anywhere in the world. First proposed as a spring park in 1949, the gardens now feature more than 800 varieties of tulips and an estimated seven million bulbs in bloom and are justly become world renowned. Carol and Joe will also give a private talk and take part in an exclusive question and answer session on board the ship and spend two days in the company of you and your fellow guests.

Flemish culture Discover some of the highlights of Dutch and Flemish history, from the immense maritime influence of Antwerp,

to the culinary delights of Edam as you browse the city’s finest cheese shops. You will also explore the Airborne Museum Hartenstein in Arnhem, where you will learn about the infamous battle in 1944.

Botanical Garden in Antwerp Antwerp’s city-centre green haven describes itself as a ‘world in one garden’ with its exceptional trees and shrubs, 2,000 herbs, cactuses and foreign plants. It was built almost 200 years ago to grow solely medicinal plants to supply St Elisabeth’s Hospital situated nearby, hence the substantial herb collection. You’ll enjoy the tranquillity in contrast to the hustle and bustle of the busy city as you explore the greenhouse, pond and the works of art dotted around the garden, among them, Monique Donckers’ Greening II.

Discover the maritime heritage of Antwerp

in 1953 following the devastating floods. B, L, D

Day 5 – Antwerp Discover Antwerp, Belgium’s biggest port. A key player in the country’s history, the city has a rich cultural heritage and is well known for its Diamond Quarter. Enjoy a guided walking tour of its cobbled streets, including the Renaissance Town Hall, Gothic Cathedral of Our Lady, the city’s beautiful medieval street, Vlaeykensgang and a special visit to the Antwerp Botanical Gardens. Later, Joe Swift will join you for a private talk and Q&A. B, L, D

Day 6 – Arnhem This morning admire traditional wooden

windmills and quaint villages en route to Arnhem, where you can will tour the major sights including the Airborne Museum Hartenstein, which tells the story of the failed Operation Market Garden and the Battle of Arnhem in 1944, events that inspired Richard Attenborough-directed film, A Bridge Too Far. You will return to the ship, where Joe and Carol will join you for the captain’s cocktail reception and gala dinner. B, L, D

Day 7 – Keukenhof Gardens Today, you will be joined by Gardeners’ World presenters Carol Klein and Joe Swift on an exclusive visit to Keukenhof Gardens,

Carol KleinGarden designer, presenter

Carol’s fellow Gardeners’ World presenter Joe, studied garden design at The English Gardening School in 1990 while he set up his own landscaping company. He has been co-anchor of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show since 2001 and has presented, among others Small Town Gardens, Garden Makers and The Great Chelsea Garden Challenge. The author of three books, he also writes regularly for a variety of newspapers and magazines.

Joe SwiftGarden designer, presenter

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Europe’s largest spring garden, with displays of more than seven million tulips, daffodils and hyacinths. This afternoon, you will be free to spend more time at the gardens. Carol will give an informal

talk and Q&A before your farewell dinner. B, L, D

Day 8 – Amsterdam After breakfast, you will disembark before for your transfer to the airport and flight home. B


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Parma’s Verdi festival with John Suchet

John Suchet presents the flagship morning show on Classic FM every weekday for which he’s won awards at the New York Festivals International Radio Programme Awards in 2014, and the Association for International Broadcasting Awards in 2013. As a reporter for ITN, John covered major events around the world, including the Iran Revolution, the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, and the Philippines Revolution.

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Oberammergau Passion Play with Rupert Christiansen

DATES August 8 – 13, 2020

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See the Passion PlayFamous around the world, the Oberammergau Passion Play is the ultimate must-see event – miss the Passion Play in 2020 and you will have to wait until 2030 for the next one. Tickets and accommodation are strictly limited, so early booking is strongly recommended. The play’s origins are fascinating as it honours a sacred vow made by the inhabitants of Oberammergau to re-enact the final days of Christ’s life if God saved them from the Black

Death. Miraculously, the villagers were spared and have kept their promise for over 380 years.

The musical insight of Rupert ChristiansenThe Telegraph’s opera critic for more than 20 years, Rupert will join you to watch the play as well as be your expert guide to the musical history of Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart. Few people are better placed to illuminate the genius of the city’s most celebrated composer than Rupert.

Discover MunichYou will also have two days in Munich, with ample time to explore this historic city of baroque palaces, atmospheric bierkellers and superb museums and galleries. Highlights include visits to the magnificent Nymphenburg Palace and the vast Residenz – Germany’s largest city

palace – and a special dinner at the Hofbrauhaus, a three-storey beerhall that dates back to the 16th century.

Candlelit dinner and concert at St Peter’s AbbeyIn Salzburg you will enjoy a wonderful, 18th-century themed candlelit dinner and concert in the grand surroundings of St Peter’s Abbey, a Benedictine monastery founded in 696. This is the perfect setting in which to hear Mozart’s music, and it is made more sublime by the fact you are in the city in which he was born.

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What’s includedTwo nights’ B&B at a three or four-star hotel in MunichTwo nights’ B&B at a four-star hotel in the Oberammergau areaOne night B&B at a four-star hotel in SalzburgFive dinners (one included with the Passion Play ticket) and three lunchesTicket for the Passion PlayScheduled flights between London and Munich/Salzburg and London. Regional airports available on request.Comfortable coach travel and transfersServices of an Andante Travels tour manager

Discover Verdi’s Italy with John Suchet

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DATES October 18 – 21, 2019

Giuseppe Verdi was one of the few classical artists recognised during his lifetime and the annual Verdi festival in Parma celebrates his unique musical genius. On this exclusive three-day small-group tour you’ll attend two performances, including Franco Zeffirelli’s magnificent production of Aida and his earlier opera Luisa Miller, in the company of the classical music expert John Suchet.

John will join you to explore Verdi’s early years and give a private talk about the composer who forms the subject of his Classic FM book Verdi: The Man Revealed.

This is a wonderful tour for opera lovers who want to discover a region full of music and culture forever associated with one of Italy’s greatest operatic composers.

Expert insights from John Suchet The popular radio and TV presenter will join you in Parma and give a private talk about Verdi, his life and his works. John, who is also an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Academy of Music, will chart the life of Verdi, tracing his ascent from humble beginnings to a cultural icon of the ‘new Italy’ who had 200,000 bystanders lining the streets of Milan to say farewell when he died. An obsessive perfectionist, Verdi drove collaborators to despair even though his works were lauded from the start as dazzling

feats of composition and characterisation. From Rigoletto to Otello, La Traviatato to Aida, Verdi’s canon encompassed the full range of human emotion.

Discover Verdi’s ItalyYou’ll enjoy visits to important places in Verdi’s childhood such as the small town of Roncole Verdi, where he was born in October 1813, and the Church of San Michele Arcangelo, where he was baptised. The church is still home to the organ he played in his youth. In nearby Busseto you’ll visit Casa Barezzi home

to Verdi’s first concert and see the Renata Tebaldi Museum. You’ll also visit the National Verdi Museum inside the beautiful Villa Pallavicino where 27 works of the great composer are represented.

Tickets to the Verdi Festival Enjoy Verdi’s early opera Luisa Miller with John Suchet in a monumental space in the heart of Parma and hard-to-get tickets to the incredible Franco Zeffirelli production of Verdi’s Aida at Busseto’s Teatro Verdi.

Tour Parma’s

famous theatres At Teatro Regio you’ll enjoy a tour to learn about its history, which dates back to 1740. You’ll also visit the Teatro Farnese, one of the best examples of a wooden theatre still standing today. Created in the 1600s it was the largest theatre in the world, holding 4,500 people. Although almost destroyed during the Second World War, the theatre has been painstakingly restored so you can still admire the amazing detail in the wooden seating and walls.

Flight to Milan – Tour of Verdi’s Parma and tickets to Luisa Miller - Teatro Farnese and Toscanini Museum plus tickets to Franco Zeffirelli’s Aida

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What’s includedScheduled flights between London and MilanThree nights’ bed and breakfast at the five-star Grand Hotel de la Ville in Parma (or similar)Three dinners and two lunchesTickets to two opera performances at the Verdi festival All visits and activities as outlined in the itineraryExpert guide leader

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In 2020 the Alpine village of Oberammergau will perform its 42nd Passion Play. Nearly half the inhabitants take part in this epic performance which tells the moving story of the final chapter of Christ’s life.

It is an unforgettable experience that happens once every decade and we’re offering you the chance to watch it in the company of The Telegraph’s esteemed opera critic Rupert Christiansen. Rupert will also be your expert guide in Salzburg where you’ll visit the Mozart Residence, to see a display of Mozart’s childhood instruments.

Rupert will give you a unique insight into Salzburg’s most famous son during a special Q&A and accompany you to a dinner and concert at the stunning St Peter’s Abbey.

Rupert Christiansen was educated at King’s College, Cambridge, and Columbia University, where he was a Fulbright Scholar. He is the author of a dozen books, including Prima Donna and The Faber Pocket Guide to Opera. A frequent lecturer and contributor to many publications in both Britain and the USA, he is also a regular broadcaster and sits on the editorial board of Opera magazine. He has been The Telegraph’s opera critic since 1996.

Rupert ChristiansenThe Telegraph’s opera critic and classical music expert

£ 2,095pp

You will get tickets to the once-a-decade Oberammergau Passion Play


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Uzés

Avignon

Les Baux-de-Provence

Aix-en-Provence

Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer

Arles

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The former Children’s Laureate and War Horse author was so entranced by the Camargue’s salt lakes, pink flamingos and wartime history that he wove them into his brilliant latest book, Flamingo Boy. On this exclusive six-night holiday you’ll get to discover this unique region of southern France with the master storyteller, as well as hear Michael discuss his life and unforgettable stories. You’ll travel by Eurostar and stay in nearby Avignon from where you’ll tour the surrounding countryside plus visit the historic cities of Arles with its famous Roman arena, the hilltop town of Uzès and beautiful Aix-en-Provence. Avignon was home to the papal residence in the Middle Ages and you’ll

take part in a guided walking tour of the new and the old city, including the unfinished bridge. In Aigues-Mortes you will enjoy a delicious lunch with the multi-award-winning author before he joins you for a special wildlife tour in the Camargue to see the wild flamingos, before returning to Avignon. There, Michael will give an exclusive talk about his life and work during a dinner at a local restaurant and sign copies of Flamingo Boy. Throughout the trip, you will stay at the charming three-star Bristol Hotel that is situated close to the spectacular Palais des Papes. There is also an option to upgrade to the four-star Avignon Grand Hotel (supplement applies), which is opposite the old city walls.

I T I N E R A RY

Day 1 Arrive in Avignon, FranceTravel by Eurostar and be transferred to your hotel in Avignon.

Day 2 The Camargue and Aigues-Mortes, FranceToday you will spend the day exploring the Camargue region, before enjoying a wonderful lunch in Aigues-Mortes with Sir Michael Morpurgo. An area of outstanding natural beauty, the Camargue is a nature-lover’s paradise, famed for its flamingos and white horses, and this afternoon Michael will join you on a tour to see them for yourself. This evening, back in Avignon, Michael will give a private talk with a Q&A about his life as a writer over dinner at a local restaurant, as well as sign copies of his new book. B, L, D


Day 3 Avignon, FranceAvignon is perhaps the most rewarding city in Provence. Home to popes in the early part of the Middle Ages and a centre of art for centuries, the old is separated from the new by the restored medieval ramparts. You’ll enjoy a guided walking tour in the morning, which includes the unfinished bridge, and then have the afternoon to explore the impressive Palais des Papes, excellent museums and lovely old churches at your leisure. B

Day 4 Arles and Les Baux de Provence, FranceArles is best known for its fine Roman arena, baths and theatre and there are lovely views over the town from the arena’s top tier. It was also the sometime home of artists Van Gogh and Gauguin. The ancient ruined citadel of Les Baux clings to a high ridge of the Alpilles range, a stark

contrast to its bustling Renaissance other half situated just below. It’s also home to the Musée de la Camargue that tells the history of the area through the ages. B

Day 5 Aix-en-Provence and the Luberon, FranceThe elegant city of Aix-en-Provence is immediately attractive with its medieval centre, atmospheric lanes and fountained squares. Home to artist Paul Cézanne, you will find his studio preserved exactly as he left it on his death in 1906. You’ll also visit picturesque Gordes which tumbles down the Luberon foothills and is a wonderful place to wander. B

Day 6 Uzès and Pont du Gard, France This morning you’ll visit the delightful hilltop town of Uzès which sits on the

a 10-minute walk to the main square.

Travelling by Eurostar It takes just five hours and 49 minutes to travel directly from London St Pancras to Avignon and you’ll get wonderful views of the French countryside as you glide through the heart of the countryside. Upgrades to first class are also available.

source of the Eure, the river that supplied the Roman town of Nimes via the Pont du Gard aqueduct in the first century BC. Its narrow streets are wonderfully atmospheric and perfect for strolling. Built over the Gardon River in 19BC the Pont du Gard is remarkably preserved

and at 48 metres is the highest bridge the Romans ever constructed. You’ll then have the afternoon to explore by yourself. B

Day 7 Return to the UK Transfer to Avignon and catch the return TGV to Lille before boarding the return Eurostar service. B


£ 1,325*ppSeven days from

Explore the Camargue with Sir Michael Morpurgo

The award-winning author Sir Michael Morpurgo is one of the nation’s favourite storytellers. A former Children’s Laureate, he has written more than 150 books, which have sold over 35 million copies and delighted readers of all ages around the world. One of his best-loved stories is War Horse, which was adapted by the National Theatre into a smash-hit play and later into an Oscar-nominated film directed by Steven Spielberg. Michael’s inspiring new book, Flamingo Boy, tells the story of an autistic boy living in Aigues-Mortes in the Camargue during the Second World War.

Sir Michael Morpurgo OBEAuthor

DATES September 16 – 22, 2019

Join the writer and storyteller in the beautiful unspoilt region of France where his latest book is set and enjoy fascinating visits to Avignon, Aix-en-Provence and Arles

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What’s includedExclusive group lunch and dinner with Sir Michael Morpurgo

Complimentary copy of Michael’s latest book, Flamingo Boy (one per booking)

Return train travel from London St Pancras to Avignon, returning via Lille

Six nights' accommodation with breakfast at the Hotel Bristol

Full touring programme and excursions as detailed in the itinerary

Services of a tour manager throughout

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Exclusive lunch, talk and wildlife tour with Sir Michael MorpurgoFlamingo Boy is set during the Second World War in the Camargue and Michael will talk about the region that inspired his latest book during three special events. You’ll enjoy lunch with Michael in Aigues-Mortes before he joins you for a wildlife tour and gives a talk over dinner that evening in Avignon. Each booking will also receive a copy of Flamingo Boy which Michael will be happy to sign.

Provence, the Camargue and the LuberonYou’ll drive through and experience the scenery of all three French regions. From the sleepy villages, fragrant lavender fields and some of the world’s finest Roman ruins in Provence, to the natural beauty of the Camargue’s salt marshes. You’ll also visit the Luberon, with its lush foothills covered with vineyards and rugged cliffs, rough-hewn gorges and rustic villages.

Staying in Avignon You’ll be based in the heart of Avignon at the three-star Bristol Hotel, close to the Palais des Papes. With helpful staff and an inexpensive brasserie on the ground floor, this traditional hotel is a charming place to stay. You can also choose to upgrade (for a supplement) to the four-star Avignon Grand located directly opposite the old city walls and

Discover the history of Avignon

Visit the Pont du Gard

See the pink flamingos of the Carmargue


£ 1,595*ppFour days from

In the footsteps of Leonardo with Alastair Sooke

DATES November 19 – 22, 2019

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Visit the Louvre’s Leonardo exhibition with Alastair Sooke The Telegraph’s art critic will join you for the day in Paris where you will get to admire the greatest number of Leonardo’s works ever exhibited in one place including the Mona Lisa, Salvator Mundi and drawings from the Royal Collection. Alastair will also give an exclusive lecture on the Renaissance Master’s life, works and influence.

Renaissance TuscanyYour trip starts in the city that provided his earliest intellectual influences. Florence was the cradle of the Renaissance and Leonardo moved here aged 14 to become an apprentice to Verrocchio in whose studio his technical training began. View important works in the Uffizi and travel to Vinci, Leonardo’s childhood town to visit the Museo Leonardiano which displays many of

Leonardo’s early designs for machines and tools.

Milan and the Last Supper In the 15th century, Milan was capital of the most powerful territory in Italy and, when Leonardo was employed there, probably the largest city in Europe. It was here he received some of his most important commissions, notably The Last Supper for the wall of the refectory of Santa Maria delle Grazie

– you’ll have plenty of time to admire it and also the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana which is one of the world’s great galleries, for a study of works influenced by Leonardo.

Lectures with Dr Luca LeonciniDr Leoncini specialises in 15th-century Italian painting and will travel with you in Italy to give his expert insight into the life and works of Leonardo.

Florence – Vinci – Milan – Paris

I T I N E R A RY

What’s includedExclusive four-day trip with expert speakers Visit to the Leonardo exhibition at the Louvre with The Telegraph art critic Alastair Sooke Flights from London to Florence with British AirwaysTrain from Florence to Milan Flights from Milan to Paris with Air France Eurostar from Paris to London Three nights’ three-star hotel accommodation (Florence, Milan and Paris) and meals as detailed in the itinerary online Entrance fees

Celebrate Leonardo’s legacy on this exclusive four-day trip marking the 500th anniversary of the Renaissance master’s death. Museums and galleries around Europe are staging exhibitions of his works this year, with the most comprehensive at the Louvre in Paris. You’ll see the exhibition with The Telegraph art critic Alastair Sooke, who will also give a talk. You will visit Vinci, Leonardo’s birthplace, which has a museum dedicated to him, and other places associated with his life in Florence and Milan. This small-group trip with specialists The Cultural Travel Company will offer a unique insight into one of the world’s most influential artists.

Alastair Sooke writes and presents documentaries on television and radio for the BBC, including The Culture Show, and is the author of three books about art published by Penguin.

Alastair SookeCritic at Large, The Telegraph

Dr Luca LeonciniArt historian

Visit Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance

Dr Luca Leoncini has published articles on the classical tradition in Italian art of the 15th century and contributed to the Macmillan Dictionary of Art.

Four days from

A portrait of Matisse with Alastair Sooke

DATES November 1 – 4, 2019

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Led by Alastair SookeThe Telegraph’s critic at large and author of Matisse: A Second Life will lead the tour throughout, giving lectures and on-the-spot commentaries. Feedback for previous tours has been was overwhelmingly positive. “I learned more from Alastair Sooke in a weekend than I had previously learned in a whole term of classes,” one previous guest said. “The itinerary was perfect. Jam-packed with

so much activity so really great value for money and loved the fact that every detail was covered and considered so I didn’t have to think about a thing!” said another. “Alastair was inspirational with an easy manner, energetic, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and entertaining.”

Matisse’s Chapel of the RosaryTowards the end of his life, wracked with ill health, Matisse was

persuaded by a former model turned nun to decorate the chapel of her convent. The result of his designs for the building, stained glass, murals, metalwork and vestments is the modest, joyous Chapelle du Rosaire. As his life began to ebb, he was convinced that the chapel was his “masterpiece”, and many who visit feel the same.

Chagall’s Biblical MessageDiscover this gloriously

colourful set of 17 paintings illustrating the books of Genesis, Exodus and the Song of Songs.

Fondation Maeght in St-Paul-de-VenceSee works by other artists who flocked to the south (Braque, Bonnard, Léger). The building was designed to work in sympathy with its surroundings and includes gardens decorated by Miró’s Labyrinthe and other sculptures.

Mougins – St-Paul-De-Vence – Vence – Nice – Antibes – Vallauris – Le Cannet – Nice

I T I N E R A RY

What’s includedFour-star hotel accommodationReturn flights from London with BA (Euro Traveller)Coach travel within FranceBreakfasts and all dinners with wineAll admissionsAll tips and taxesServices of the lecturer and tour managerHire of radio guides to amplify the lecturer

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This is a wonderful chance to join the art critic and Matisse expert Alastair Sooke on a fascinating journey into the art and artists of the south of France.

Towards the turn of the last century, the shores of the Côte d’Azur became a centre for one of the most influential artistic movements of the 20th century, with Matisse and Picasso at its heart.

Henri Matisse first visited the area in 1904 and Pablo Picasso too was a regular in the region. You will see the life-affirming paintings he made at this time, as well as the pottery he created, which rejuvenated the local ceramics industry.

The critic at large for The Telegraph, Alastair is a well known cultural broadcaster. He is the author of three art books published by Penguin – including, most pertinent to this itinerary, Matisse: A Second Life. In 2016, he sat on the British Council’s Venice Biennale Selection Committee and was a judge for the inaugural Hepworth Prize for Sculpture. He is on the Courtauld Association Committee.

Alastair SookeArt historian, broadcaster and author

Enjoy a visit to Antibes as pictured in this c. 1870 oliograph

£ 1,980*pp

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town and he will be bringing along items from his personal memorabilia collection.

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The D-Day invasion of France by the Allies was the turning point of the Second World War. There are countless stories of heroism from those involved. It was 75 years ago this year that more than 150,000 young men were transported by sea and air to the beaches of Northern France.

While the single date of June 6, 1944 is forever etched in our memories, the largest seaborne invasion in history was months in the planning and on this special five-day tour, you will visit the important places relating to the operation.

Your journey will begin in Portsmouth, where you can see the actual wall maps used by the Allied commanders to plan Operation Overlord, while on a

tour of Southwick House. You will then cross the channel to see Pegasus Bridge in Caen. The mission to capture the bridge intact took place in the small hours of D-Day, as a unit of glider infantry led by Major John Howard dropped silently into France and captured the canal crossing to prevent German armour from attacking the eastern flank of the landings at Sword Beach.

In Caen, you will also hear one of two private talks from author Joshua Levine. Arromanches, the site of the incredible artificial harbour built by the Royal Engineers, is your next stop before you visit two of the historic beaches themselves, in Omaha and Gold Beach.

I T I N E R A RY

Day 1 – Portsmouth You will meet in Portsmouth in the morning and drive out of town to nearby Southwick House, where the landings were planned. Here, the wall map used to plot the course of Operation Overlord can still be seen. You will have lunch at the nearby village pub, that was frequented by General Dwight D. Eisenhower and General Bernard Montgomery. You will return to Portsmouth to visit The D-Day Story museum. This is an impressive museum that tells the incredible tale of the Normandy landings through personal accounts of those who were there. You will check in to your hotel before enjoying dinner. L, D

Day 2 – CaenToday, you will board the ferry for the crossing from Portsmouth to Caen. You will follow the journey of the operation to arrive in Caen in the mid-afternoon.


The Allies’ plan was to capture Caen on the first day (along with Carentan, St Lô and Bayeux) but it would not be completely captured until July 21. En route to the hotel you will pay a visit the Pegasus Bridge and its museum. There you will learn of the glider mission to capture the bridge intact in the early hours of June 6, 1944, commanded by Major John Howard. You will continue on to your hotel where author Joshua Levine will join you to deliver an exclusive talk, after which you’ll enjoy dinner. B, L, D

Day 3 – Arromanches, BayeauxYou will spend the morning in Arromanches-les-Baines, where you will learn about the Mulberry harbour and pay a visit to the Musée Du Débarquement. The enormous artificial harbour, which was brought across in parts the day after D-Day and

constructed by the Royal Engineers at Arromanches, would be in use for the next 10 months, receiving around 6,000 tons of material every day. Adrian Cox, former member of the Arromanches Town Council and Ambassador for Remembrance, will meet you here to show you his own collection of memorabilia. Adrian will join you for lunch near the beach. You will then journey to Bayeux to pay our respects at Bayeux War Cemetery, the largest British Cemetery on French territory. No trip to Normandy is complete without viewing the Bayeux Tapestry, so you will pause your story of the landings to admire this piece. Before dinner this evening, Joshua Levine will join you to give another private talk. B, L, D

Day 4 – Omaha Beach Today, you will focus on the American efforts, beginning with Omaha beach and the Omaha

up to the Normandy landings. Allied Supreme Commander General Dwight D Eisenhower, Naval Commander-in-Chief Admiral Ramsay and Army Commander-in-Chief General Montgomery spent hours in the house working on the tiny details of Operation Overlord and you can see the large wall maps that were used in that planning that are still on the walls.

Beach Memorial Museum. Enjoy a picnic on the beach before continuing on to Pointe du Hoc for a view over the beaches to gain a perspective on the scale of the operation on that fateful day. On the way back to the hotel, enjoy some free time in Bayeux. B, L, D

Day 5 – Gold BeachOn your final morning you will make your way

to the Lounges-sur-Mer battery and visit Gold Beach. Before your ferry home, you will have time for a final visit to Le Grand Bunker, also known as The Atlantic Wall Museum. Housed in a Nazi Bunker, this museum displays equipment and memorabilia telling the story of Hitler’s Atlantic Wall and those who had awaited the invasion of France. B, L


£ 1,695*ppFive days from

Visit the D-Day sites with historian Joshua Levine

Joshua Levine has written seven bestselling histories including Operation Fortitude, which chronicles the web of deception that the Allies spun to mislead the Nazis as to where the D-Day landings were to occur. On a Wing and a Prayer, his history of the pilots of the First World War, has been turned into a major British TV documentary. He has written and presented a number of programmes for BBC Radio 4. In a previous life, he was a criminal barrister.

Joshua LevineHistorian

DATES October 14 – 18, 2019

In the 75th anniversary year of the Allied landings, you will hear talks from the historian and visit the key sites involved Operation Overlord from Portsmouth to the beaches of Northern France

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What’s includedOne night’s dinner, bed and breakfast in Portsmouth

Three nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast at La Ferme de la Rançonnière

Five lunches

Lectures by Joshua Levine, author of Operation Fortitude: The Story of the Spies and the Spy Operation That Saved D-Day

Return ferry to Caen

Comfortable coach transfers

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CaenBayeux

Arromanches

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Meet historian Joshua LevineThe author of Operation Fortitude: The Story of the Spies and the Spy Operation That Saved D-Day, Joshua Levine will join you on your tour to deliver two exclusive talks. Joshua, who also worked as the historical advisor on Christopher Nolan’s 2017 Dunkirk, will spend the evening with you in Caen and the following night in Bayeaux. There he will

impart the insight he gained researching his book about the deception involved in keeping Hitler’s eyes away from the eventual destination of the Normandy landings.

See where the invasion was plannedIn Portsmouth, you will visit Southwick House, which served as the headquarters of the allied commanders in the months leading

Lunch with Adrian CoxDuring your visit to Arromanches, where the enormous artificial harbour was constructed by the Royal Engineers after D-Day, you will enjoy a lunch with a former member of Arromanches Town Council, Adrian Cox. Adrian is connected to a number of British veteran groups as well as the Musée Du Debarquement in the

See the D-Day beaches from the Pointe Du Hoc

Some defensive structures still stand on Normandy’s beaches

Pegasus Bridge was captured early on D-Day

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