The Royal Opera House - SOLD OUT
3 day holiday - Tuesday 5th January 2027
Highlights...
- The Nutcracker at the Royal Opera House
- The Magic Flute at the Royal Opera House
- PGuided Tour at National Gallery
After the popularity and enjoyment of seeing two operas during our last Royal Opera House break; we are excited to be able to offer two performances once again; a ballet and an opera. The performances are ‘The Nutcracker’ and ‘The Magic Flute’. This will be an Extra Steps holiday due to location of the hotel and ROH being within walking distance, no transport will be provided.
The Royal Opera House in London’s vibrant Covent Garden is a world-class performing arts venue and the historic home of The Royal Opera and The Royal Ballet. Famous for its grand 19th-century auditorium and striking glass Paul Hamlyn Hall, it showcases spectacular classical and contemporary productions. Combining rich heritage with modern innovation, it invites audiences to experience unparalleled music and dance.
Clermont Hotel, Charing Cross ★ ★ ★ ★
Perched on the West Cliff above Bournemouth’s seven miles of sandy coastline, with uninterrupted views across Christchurch Bay, this 4-star hotel is a short stroll from the town centre, pier and Lower Gardens. Rooms are well- appointed with tea and coffee making facilities, Wi-Fi, phone and all-day room service. En suite bathrooms offer walk-in showers on request (subject to availability). Additional facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and lifts to all floors. Breakfast is served daily as a full English buffet, and evening meals are available in the on-site Brasserie Blanc restaurant, which also features a bar and lounge. Your package includes a 3-course dinner with two glasses of wine, beer or soft drinks each evening.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Tuesday 5th January
You will be collected by door-to-door car and taken to the Clermont Hotel, where your Tour Manager will be ready to greet you. Soon after arrival your Tour Manager will assist with check-in to ensure a smooth process and porters will take your luggage to your room. There will be some time to freshen up before meeting the group for our early, pre-theatre dinner in the hotel. After dinner, we will walk to the Royal Opera House for the first of our two performances; ‘The Nutcracker’.
Day 2 – Wednesday 6th January
This morning we will have a relaxed start and leave the hotel at 10:30am for the short walk to the National Gallery. Here we will have a group, guided tour of the Gallery Highlights which will last approximately 1 hour. Following the tour there will be free time for you to explore the Gallery further and use the cafes on site, or you may decide to enjoy the local area. Lunch today will be at your own cost. We will re-group at the hotel reception early evening to leave for the walk to the Royal Opera House. Our pre-theatre dining experience will be at the Balconies Restaurant in the ROH, with unrivalled views over the Paul Hamlyn Hall, renowned for the best modern fine dining. Following our meal, we will take our seats to sit back and be marvelled by a performance of ‘The Magic Flute’.
Day 3 – Thursday 7th January
The day begins at Poole Quay, boarding a one-hour harbour cruise to Swanage with live onboard commentary. Boarding accessibility varies with the tide; access is via a gangway and steps. The route passes Brownsea Island, Sandbanks and the iconic chalk stacks of Old Harry Rocks along the UNESCO-designated Jurassic Coast. Disembarking at Swanage Pier, there is a flight of steps to reach the landing point. We have lunch nearby before boarding a restored heritage steam train on the Swanage Railway for a scenic journey through the Isle of Purbeck to Corfe Castle. The route passes through open countryside with views of the dramatic Norman castle ruins. At Corfe Castle station, you may wander the Swanage Railway Museum, browse the gift shop or relax in the café before our coach returns to the hotel.
EXTRA STEPS
This holiday requires requires the ability for guests to walk extra steps. This includes:
- Walking tours morning or afternoon
- Stairs with no option of lifts
- Walking from a coach drop-off point at a venue
Uneven floors / terrain ie: gravel, cobblestones
Total Price of the Holiday: £1,995 per person
Deposit: £300
Balance due: 7th October 2026
Whats Included:
- Return door to door car service
- Two nights at the 4-star Clermont Charing Cross Hotel
- 3-course dinner including two glasses of wine on both nights
- Full English or continental breakfast on both mornings
- Best Orchestra Stalls at the Royal Opera House for ‘The Nutcracker’ and ‘The
- Magic Flute’
- Admission to the National Gallery
- Gratuities
- The services of your tour manager throughout your holiday
- V.A.T.
The minimum number required for this holiday is 12.
For more information or to book call
020 4568 3377
