Day Excursions

Day Trips

Pick-ups from Durham and throughout the North East

Durham City Coaches Voyager service provides days of pleasure with coach day trips and short coach breaks from pick up points in Durham and throughout the North East. The pick up points include Bishop Auckland, Chester Le Street, Darlington, Durham, Gateshead, Hartlepool, Newcastle, Peterlee, South Shields, Sunderland and Washington.

With bargain busting prices starting from as low as £7.99 and a great range of destinations including Alton Towers, Blackpool, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, The English Lakes and York to mention but a few. There has never been a better time to plan your coach excursions and short coach breaks. Special events such as Blackpool Illuminations, Harrogate Spring Flower Show, Edinburgh Tattoo, Clothes Show Live and coach excursions to leading shopping destinations.

Durham City Coaches Voyager coach excursions and short coach breaks run all year round so why not take a look at the full range of coach excursions and short coach breaks. You can find full details on all of the coach excursion pick-up points and times.

Once you have found the Durham City Coaches Voyager coach excursions or short coach break you are interested in why not make an online booking or fill in the Booking Request Form now to reserve your seat on your chosen coach excursions or short coach break and start to look forward to a great day out.

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January 2012
Day	Date	Excursion	Pick Up	Adult	Child OAP
Saturday	28th	McArthur Glen Special Offer Grab a bargain at this designer outlet where you will find massive discounts on high street and designer brands. Book Now	J	7.99	7.99
Sunday	29th	Boundary Mills & Royal Quays Special Offer Quality brands at discount prices up to 75% off RRP. Book Now	F	7.99	7.99

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February 2012
Day	Date	Excursion	Pick Up	Adult	Child OAP
Saturday	4th	Glasgow 2 for 1 One of Europe's cultured capitals with outstanding shops and arcades. Book Now	B	16.45	16.45
Saturday	11th	Leeds A variety of leading stores, inc. Harvey Nichols. Wander through the beautifully restored Victorian and Edwardian Arcades. Book Now	J	14.95	13.95
Monday	13th	York Amble along the cobbled streets and enjoy the fantastic shops, cafés, restaurants and the famous spectacular Minster. Book Now	H	14.95	13.95
Tuesday	14th	Trafford Center Enjoy a day of shopping at the largest shopping centre in the UK. Why not take a short bus ride from the Trafford Centre and visit The Legoland Discovery Centre? Book Now	G	15.45	14.45
Wednesday	15th	Skipton A large market town set in the Yorkshire Dales. Enjoy narrow boat tours, a lively market, a variety of small restaurants and cafés or a visit to Skipton Castle. Book Now	H	14.95	13.95
Thursday	16th	The Deep, Hull Enjoy a day out at this spectacular aquarium. This award-winning visitor attraction is home to over 3,500 fish including fascinating sharks and rays. Book Now	K	24.99*	23.99*
Saturday	18th	Liverpool World class shopping with shopping centres and boutique arcades. Visit Albert Dock - The Beatles Story, Liverpool Cathedral and many museums and galleries. Book Now	I	16.45	15.45
Sunday	19th	Mystery Tour 2 for 1 Journey around the countryside with a couple of stops en route. Book Now	J	14.95	14.95
Saturday	25th	Edinburgh 2 for 1 Be spoilt for choice for things to do in this beautiful city which boasts Palace, Castle, Gardens and a vast array of shops, cafés and restaurants. Book Now	B	16.45	16.45

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March 2012
Day	Date	Excursion	Pick Up	Adult	Child OAP
Saturday	3rd	Leeds Shopper and Kirkgate Market 2 for 1 At Kirkgate Market there are hundreds of shops and traders happy to help, in the largest undercover market in the country. Leeds offers a variety of leading stores. Book Now	J	14.95	14.95
Sunday	4th	K Village & Kendal Offer a range of famous name brands at discount prices all under one roof. Book Now	J	14.95	13.95
Saturday	10th	Glasgow One of Europe's cultured capitals with outstanding shops and arcades. Book Now	B	16.45	15.45
Sunday	11th	Snowdrops in the Spring; Howick Hall Gardens Visit this delightful display of spring flowers set in the beautiful grounds of Howick Hall. Book Now	F	23.50*	22.50*
Saturday	17th	Bury Market / Mill Gate Shopping Centre This famous market has over 50,000 product lines – latest fashions to home furnishings, toys, books and more. Shop until you drop at The Mill Gate Shopping Centre where you will find a fantastic assortment of stores and big brand names. Book Now	I	14.95	13.95
Sunday	18th	Mother's Day 2 for 1 (including small gift) Enjoy a visit to Keswick - the northern Lakes main town located on the shore of Derwent Water. Book Now	J	15.95	15.95
Saturday	24th	Harrogate A spa town in North Yorkshire. There are many speciality shops, cafés and restaurants. Book Now	J	14.95	13.95
Sunday	25th	Winter Warmer 2 for 1 Journey around the countryside with a couple of stops en route. Book Now	N	14.95	14.95
Saturday	31st	Manchester Shopper A metropolitan City with prestigious shops, inc. Harvey Nichols. Book Now	I	15.95	14.95

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April 2012
Day	Date	Excursion	Pick Up	Adult	Child OAP
Saturday	1st	Buds & Blossoms A tour of the southern side of the Lake District, winding through St. John's in the Vale making short stops in Grasmere and Bowness. Book Now	J	14.95	13.95
Monday	2nd	Forbidden Corner A labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, follies and surprises in a four acre garden in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. Book Now	H	26.99*	25.99*
Tuesday	3rd	Lightwater Valley Enjoy a fun-filled day out at this theme park with over 40 rides – including Europe's longest rollercoaster. Book Now	G	15.45#	14.45#
Wednesday	4th	Edinburgh Be spoilt for choice for things to do in this beautiful city which boasts Palace, Castle, Gardens and a vast array of shops, cafés and restaurants. Book Now	C	16.45	15.45
Thursday	5th	South Lakes Animal Park Home of the Sumatran Tiger, White Rhino, Pygmy Hippos, African Lions and many more animals. Book Now	G	23.99*	22.99*
Good Friday	6th	Flamingoland Enjoy a fun-filled day at Flamingoland Theme Park and Zoo. Book Now	K	15.45#	14.45#
Saturday	7th	Blackpool North and South Pier, Blackpool Tower and candy rock. Book Now	G	16.45	15.45
Easter Sunday	8th	Whitby A working fishing town with a busy harbour and many small fish stalls to wander through, as well as traditional fish & chip shops. Book Now	N	14.95	13.95
Easter Monday	9th	York Amble along the cobbled streets and enjoy the fantastic shops, cafés and restaurants and the famous spectacular Minster. Enjoy York's first ever Chocolate Festival celebrating the many confectionery products that have been created in the city. Highlights include a chocolate market, tastings and workshops. Book Now	G	15.45	14.45
Tuesday	10th	Alton Towers There's something for the whole family, with lots of terrific rides, amazing live shows, and wonderful costume characters. Book Now	A	46.99*	45.99*
Wednesday	11th	Skipton Market A large market town set in the Yorkshire Dales. Enjoy narrow boat tours, a lively market, a variety of small restaurants and cafés or a visit to Skipton Castle. Book Now	G	14.95	13.95
Thursday	12th	Blackpool Zoo Why not try and catch a glimpse of the 2010 baby additions of the western lowland Gorillas, Wallabies and Zebras. A magical day out. Book Now	G	16.45#	15.45#
Friday	13th	Keswick in the Lake District Enjoy a visit to Keswick - the northern Lakes main town located on the shore of Derwent Water. Book Now	H	14.95	13.95
Saturday	14th	Leeds Shopper A variety of leading stores, inc. Harvey Nichols. Wander through the beautifully restored Victorian and Edwardian Arcades. Book Now	J	14.95	13.95
Sunday	15th	Daffodil Drive A tour of The Lake District in early bloom. Book Now	H	14.95	13.95
Saturday	21st	Scarborough A traditional seaside town with a golden beach, many cafés and fish & chip shops. Book Now	M	15.45	14.45
Sunday	22nd	Helmsley & Heartbeat Country Helmsley is a quaint market town and we tour the countryside featured in the TV series Heartbeat. Book Now	N	14.95	13.95
Saturday	28th	Glasgow One of Europe's cultured capitals with outstanding shops and arcades. Book Now	C	16.45	15.45
Sunday	29th	Harrogate Spring Flower Show This is the North's Premier Flower Show with floral arrangements, creative gardens and fruit & vegetables. Book Now	I	29.99*	28.99*

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May 2012
Day	Date	Excursion	Pick Up	Adult	Child OAP
Saturday	5th	Lancaster Stroll through the pedestrianised City Centre, browse in the boutique shops & high street stores or visit St George's Quay & the Maritime Museum or visit the Castle. Book Now	J	14.95	13.95
Sunday	6th	Derbyshire Dales & Bakewell Tour of the unspoilt Derbyshire Dales with a stop in the beautiful town of Bakewell. Book Now	I	16.45	15.45
Bank Hol. Monday	7th	Whitby A working fishing town with a busy harbour and many small fish stalls to wander through, as well as traditional fish & chip shops. Book Now	N	14.95	13.95
Saturday	12th	Edinburgh Be spoilt for choice for things to do in this beautiful city which boasts Palace, Castle, Gardens and a vast array of shops, cafés and restaurants. Book Now	B	16.45	15.45
Sunday	13th	Berwick & Holy Island Visit Holy Island and see the ancient Church and Monastery of Lindisfarne – famous for the Mead. Berwick is a picturesque town steeped in history and fascinating to explore on foot. Book Now	E	15.45	14.45
Saturday	19th	Beverley & Humber Bridge Including one way crossing of Humber Bridge. One of the largest single span suspension bridges in the world. Beverley provides a unique shoppers experience; among High Street names are small speciality shops. It has a thriving Saturday market. Book Now	M	15.45	14.45
Sunday	20th	Helmsley & Walled Garden at Scampston A delightful walled garden that has been renovated after 50 years of neglect. The parkland has been landscaped by Capability Brown. Nearby Helmsley is a small market town with a variety of individual shops and cafés. Book Now	N	22.99*	21.99*
Saturday	26th	Leeds Shopper A variety of leading stores, inc. Harvey Nichols. Wander through the beautifully restored Victorian and Edwardian Arcades. Book Now	J	14.95	13.95
Sunday	27th	Lakes Spring Spectacular A tour of The Lake District is a great day out. Sit back and enjoy the beautiful Spring scenery. Book Now	I	14.95	13.95

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June 2012
Day	Date	Excursion	Pick Up	Adult	Child OAP
Saturday	2nd	York Shopper Amble along the cobbled streets and enjoy the fantastic shops, cafés, restaurants and the famous spectacular Minster. Book Now	J	14.95	13.95
Sunday	3rd	Helmsley & Pickering Enjoy a day out at these picturesque market towns in North Yorkshire. Book Now	N	14.95	13.95
Bank Hol. Monday	4th	Scarborough A traditional seaside town with a golden beach, many cafés and fish & chip shops. Book Now	M	15.45	14.45
Bank Hol. Tuesday	5th	Lightwater Valley Enjoy a fun-filled day out at this theme park with over 40 rides – including Europe's longest roller coaster. Book Now	H	14.95#	13.95#
Wednesday	6th	Skipton Market and Grassington Skipton is a large market town set in the Dales. Enjoy narrow boat tours, a lively market, a variety of small restaurants and cafés or a visit to Skipton Castle. Enjoy a coffee in nearby Grassington. Book Now	H	14.95	13.95
Thursday	7th	Holmfirth Last of the Summer Wine The Yorkshire town is better known as the location for the popular BBC TV series Last of the Summer Wine. Book Now	H	14.95	13.95
Friday	8th	Flamingoland Spectacular zoo and theme park for the whole family. Book Now	K	15.45#	14.45#
Saturday	9th	Jedburgh & Carter Bar This Border town steeped in history is your destination following a spectacular journey over Carter Bar and the Cheviot Hills. Book Now	E	15.45	14.45
Sunday	10th	Seahouses & Bamburgh The working harbour town of Seahouses offers a bustling day out with a variety of fish and chips shops to tempt you! In contrast Bamburgh is a tranquil village to stroll through, with the magnificent Castle as a backdrop. Book Now	F	15.45	14.45
Saturday	16th	Liverpool World class shopping with shopping centres and boutique arcades. Visit Albert Dock – The Beatles Story, Liverpool Cathedral and many museums and galleries. Book Now	I	16.45	15.45
Sunday	17th	Father's Day Drive 2 for 1 Tour of the Lakes District with a stop at Coniston famous for its links with Ruskin and Donald Campbell. Book Now	I	14.95	14.95
Saturday	23rd	Skipton Market A large market town set in the Yorkshire Dales. Enjoy narrow boat tours, a lively market, a variety of small restaurants and cafés or a visit to Skipton Castle. Book Now	I	14.95	13.95
Sunday	24th	Mid Summer Lakes Visiting our wonderful Lake District. Tour will include Keswick, Grasmere and Bowness. Book Now	I	14.95	13.95
Saturday	30th	Eyemouth & Berwick Eyemouth is a small town set in the Scottish Borders. Enjoy the bustling harbour as well as the beautiful sandy beach. Berwick is a picturesque town steeped in history and fascinating to explore on foot. Book Now	E	16.45	15.45

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July 2012
Day	Date	Excursion	Pick Up	Adult	Child OAP
Saturday	1st	Scarborough A traditional seaside town with a golden beach, many cafés and fish & chip shops. Book Now	M	15.45	14.45
Saturday	7th	Ripon & Harrogate Harrogate is a spa town set in North Yorkshire offering plenty of shops, cafés and restaurants. Enjoy a stop in the medieval town of Ripon and visit the magnificent cathedral. Book Now	J	14.95	13.95
Sunday	8th	Holy Island & Northumberland Coast Visit Holy Island, home to the ancient church and monastery of Lindisfarne, and famous for Mead. Return via the Northumberland Coast. Book Now	F	15.45	14.45
Saturday	14th	Keswick The Northern Lakes largest town. There are plenty of shops to browse around as well as the lovely park which sits on the edge of Derwent Water. Book Now	J	14.95	13.95
Sunday	15th	Whitby A working fishing town with a busy harbour and many small fish stalls to wander through, as well as traditional fish & chip shops. Book Now	N	15.45	14.45
Saturday	21st	Flamingoland Spectacular zoo and theme park for the whole family. Book Now	M	15.45#	14.45#
Sunday	22nd	Yorkshire Lavender & Helmsley Gold Winner Yorkshire in bloom and top 15 most inspiring gardens by Ideal Homes magazine. Helmsley is a quaint market town in North Yorkshire. Book Now	N	14.95	13.95
Monday	23rd	Bowness Ambleside Steamer Cruise Spend a day in the beautiful Lake District ending with a cruise on Lake Windermere. Book Now	G	23.99*	22.99*
Monday	23rd	Bowness on Windermere Spend a day in the beautiful Lake District. Book Now	G	15.45	14.45
Tuesday	24th	Chester Zoo UK's number one zoo, with over 7000 animals and 400 different species, including many endangered species. Book Now	A	16.45#	15.45#
Wednesday	25th	Skipton Market A large market town set in the Yorksire Dales. Enjoy narrow boat tours, a lively market, a variety of small restaurants and cafés or a visit to Skipton Castle. Book Now	I	14.95	13.95
Thursday	26th	Scarborough A traditional seaside town with a golden beach, many cafés and fish & chip shops. Book Now	K	15.45	14.45
Friday	27th	Edinburgh Be spoilt for choice for things to do in this beautiful city which boasts Palace, Castle, Gardens and a vast array of shops, cafés and restaurants. Book Now	C	16.45	15.45
Saturday	28th	York Amble along the cobbled streets and enjoy the fantastic shops, cafés, restaurants and the famous spectacular Minster. Book Now	J	14.95	13.95
Sunday	29th	Lightwater Valley Enjoy a fun-filled day out at this theme park with over 40 rides – including Europe's longest roller coaster. Book Now	J	14.95#	13.95#
Monday	30th	South Lakes Animal Park Home of the Sumatran Tiger, White Rhino, Pygmy Hippos, African Lions and many more animals. Book Now	G	23.99*	22.99*
Tuesday	31st	Seahouses & Bamburgh Two of Northumberland's coastal jewels. Book Now	D	15.45	14.45
Key	* Denotes admission included. # Denotes entrance price not included.