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What to expect

Christmas Market

Christmas Market

Soak up the festive atmosphere

Guided Walking Tour

Guided Walking Tour

Discover Winchester's historic charm

Free Time

Free Time

Explore the city's charm at your leisure

Three-course Meal

Three-course Meal

Enjoy evenings dining with new friends

About this trip...

Join Solos for a captivating break in England’s first capital, Winchester. Begin your two-night escorted break with a warm welcome dinner in Winchester, where you’ll meet your fellow travellers. Discover the rich history of Winchester on a guided walking tour, stepping back in time to tales of Alfred the Great and taking in the breathtaking Winchester Cathedral before exploring the renowned Christmas market situated within the cathedral's historic grounds.
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What's Included

  • Twin room for sole use with private facilities
  • Half-board with breakfast & dinner daily
  • Welcome drink
  • Walking tour of Winchester including Winchester Cathedral
  • Christmas Market
  • Accompanying tour leader
  • Fully financially protected

Itinerary

  • Arrive Winchester
  • Walking tour, Cathedral and Christmas Market
  • Depart Winchester

What you'll be doing

Day One: Arrive in Winchester

Day One: Arrive in Winchester

Arriving at our hotel in Winchester at our leisure, we’ll enjoy a welcome drink before having dinner together at the hotel as a group.
Day Two: Guided Tour & Christmas Market

Day Two: Guided Tour & Christmas Market

After breakfast, we meet our guide for a walking tour of historic Winchester. Our walk takes us along the beautiful River Itchen, the ancient city walks, the ruins of a medieval bishop’s palace Wolvesey Castle, College Street with Winchester College and No 8 College Street - where Jane Austen spent the final six weeks of her life, the ancient Kingsgate arch and the Cathedral Close, before visiting the renowned Winchester Cathedral and on to Winchester Christmas market. We can then opt to re-join our guide for a tour taking in the Peninsula Barracks and the Westgate,  enjoy continuing to explore this historic city and market at our leisure, or we have the option to head back to relax at the hotel before joining our fellow travellers for dinner.
Day Three: Depart Winchester

Day Three: Depart Winchester

After a final breakfast as a group, we depart Winchester at our leisure.

Accommodation

Four-Star Mercure Wessex Winchester Hotel

The Mercure Wessex Winchester Hotel is a comfortable property with an amazing location overlooking the cathedral and cathedral grounds in the heart of historic Winchester. It’s prime location means that you are just steps from everything this wonderful city has to offer.

Facilities include

The Mercure Wessex Winchester Hotel offers Brasserie-style meals in the Wessex Restaurant, which offers unbeatable views of Winchester Cathedral and those looking to relax can take a drink from the selection offered in the King’s Lounge bar. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Please note that although there is a lift to most rooms, there are some steps around the property which you will need to be able to manage independently.

Room includes

The Mercure Wessex Winchester Hotel features comfortable and recently renovated rooms featuring double bed and traditional décor. Each room offers a flat screen TV, complimentary WiFi, tea & coffee making facilities, hairdryer, iron and board. Bathroom with shower over bathtub.

Dates & Prices

Departure Return Nights Price from Other Info Regional flights
8 Dec 2025 10 Dec 2025 2
£445
  

Essential Information

Parking
Parking is available at the hotel on a first come first served basis and carries a charge of £15 per night payable directly to the hotel. Alternative parking can be found opposite the hotel on Colebrook Street or nearby Tower Street with a charge of £18 per 24 hours.
Dress Code
The dress code for during the day is casual with layers recommended. In the evenings the dress code is smart casual. Comfortable shoes for walking and sightseeing are recommended.
Location & Transport
The Mercure Wessex Winchester Hotel, Paternoster Row, Winchester, SO23 9LQ by car or a 15 minute walk or a 5 minute taxi ride from Winchester railway station which is directly connected by rail to cities such as London, Reading, Oxford, Birmingham and Manchester.
 
Porterage is availble at the hotel for £3 per bag in and out.
Gratuities
There is often confusion on the question of gratuities, since it frequently depends on the type of holiday, location and, of course, your attitude towards tipping, as to what is normally expected. To give you a rough idea, we have given appropriate guidance below. The Tour Leader will be on hand to offer advice or suggestions if required but gratuities are offered entirely at the sole discretion of the individual. We suggest a group collection at the beginning of your holiday to cover drivers, guides, porters and hotel staff of approximately £10. Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip.

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