Wartime Dunkirk & Coastal France Discovery
9 - 12 Jul 27: A 4 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to France with Johnsons Coaches staying at Mercure Saint-Omer Centre Gare
Friday 9th July 2027 – Monday 12th July 2027
4 Days
From £859
Discover the fascinating history of France's northern coastline on this memorable short break. From the historic port city of Calais to the beaches of Dunkirk, follow the story of Operation Dynamo and the remarkable events of 1940. Explore museums, memorials and wartime landmarks while enjoying comfortable accommodation in charming Saint-Omer. You'll also experience the renowned Nausicaá National Sea Centre in Boulogne-sur-Mer and enjoy a delicious lunch aboard the famous Princess Elizabeth, one of the vessels associated with the Dunkirk evacuation.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS
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Guided tour of Calais including the Town Hall, Belfry and Lace Museum
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Explore the Musée Dunkerque 1940 - Opération Dynamo
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Three-course lunch aboard the historic Princess Elizabeth
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Guided World War II tour of Dunkirk's evacuation sites and memorials
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Visit the spectacular Nausicaá National Sea Centre in Boulogne-sur-Mer
Mercure Saint-Omer Centre Gare
This 4-star hotel is located in the centre of Arras and is an excellent base for touring the area. Each of the 98 bedrooms is equipped with a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has a modern bar with several cosy sections all decorated in ‘library’ style and a stylish ground floor restaurant.
HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE
En Suite Bathrooms * TV * Hair Dryer * Tea/Coffee Making Facilities * Lift
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES
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Door to Door Service
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Our own courier service
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3 nights accommodation
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1st night dinner, bed and breakfast
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2nd and 3rd nights, bed and breakfast
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Club Class extra legroom coach
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Return ferry crossings
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Calais 3 hour guide
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Calais Entrance to Town Hall & Belfry
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Calais entrance to Calais Lace & Fashion Museum
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Musée Dunkerque self-guided coach tour
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Princess Elizabeth 3 course lunch including 1 drink
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Dunkirk 2 hour guided tour
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Entrance to Nausicaa
Date, Price & Supplement
9 Jul 27
£859
Double/Twin for Sole Use: £198
Insurance: £97
Prices are per person and for the entire holiday
A valid passport is required for this holiday
Day One: Arrival |
We travel to Dover for our Irish Ferries crossing to Calais. On arrival, a local guide introduces the city during a three-hour tour, including the impressive Town Hall and Belfry and the Calais Lace and Fashion Museum. Later, we continue to Saint-Omer and check into the Mercure Saint-Omer Centre Gare for dinner, bed and breakfast. |
Day Two |
After breakfast, we visit Musée Dunkerque 1940 - Opération Dynamo, which tells the story of the 1940 evacuation. We then enjoy a three-course lunch aboard the restored Princess Elizabeth. This afternoon, a specialist guide leads a two-hour World War II tour of key Dunkirk sites, including the beaches, harbour, British Memorial and military cemetery. |
Day Three |
Today we visit Nausicaá in Boulogne-sur-Mer, Europe's largest aquarium and one of France's leading marine attractions. Explore its spectacular displays, where sharks, rays, sea lions and colourful tropical species are among the highlights. After time to discover the fascinating exhibits at your own pace, we return to Saint-Omer for the remainder of the day at leisure. |
Day Four |
Following breakfast, we leave Saint-Omer and travel to Calais for our return Irish Ferries crossing to Dover. Sit back and relax as we make our way home, bringing to a close this captivating journey through the history, heritage and coastal attractions of Northern France. |
| Date | Duration | From price | Book now | Call back | Favourites |
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| 09 Jul 2027 | 4 Days | £859.00 | Book now | Request call back | ★ |
Pick-up points
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| Name | Address |
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| Henley in Arden Depot |
Park & Ride, Johnsons Depot
Liveridge House Liveridge Hill, Henley in Arden |
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