Thames Valley Tours

Thames Valley Tours Thames Valley Tours specialises in great value escorted short breaks, mostly to Europe and the UK. I The Tour Operators used are fully bonded for security.

Thames Valley Tours is the 'nom de plume' of Andrea Golder, a retired Civil servant with many years experience of organising short breaks for former colleagues. Andrea also runs these trips as a volunteer for the CSSC (a civil service sports and social club). Trips are run on a non-profit-making basis, providing mostly short breaks of between 1 - 5 days, to Europe or in the UK. Being short and af

fordable, these trips appeal to both groups and individuals alike. Ideal for single people as they know they will be in good company and looked after. Trips may be by coach, train or plane, depending on duration and destination. Members of the CSSC can expect to receive a subsidy towards the cost of these trips, but non-members are very welcome to join us. The CSSC is open to all current and retired Public Sector workers. For further information about the CSSC see www.CSSC.co.uk.

I’m offering a fantastic trip to Rhodes May 11-18 2025.Message me if you would like to see the full itinerary.Price incl...
14/06/2024

I’m offering a fantastic trip to Rhodes May 11-18 2025.
Message me if you would like to see the full itinerary.
Price includes Half board in sea front hotel with great facilities, daily excursions including boat trip to Symi and it is fully tour managed.

I have a number of twin and double rooms available for my wonderful Edinburgh trip August 14-18. (All the singles have s...
12/05/2024

I have a number of twin and double rooms available for my wonderful Edinburgh trip August 14-18. (All the singles have sold out now)!
The trip includes admission to the Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Yacht Britannia, a tour of the city and a ghost walk.
I have pick up stops near Reading and also at Hatton Cross Tube Station on the London Underground.
To book, simply phone Kelly at Alfa Travel on 01257 248007 asap please, (as bookings are finalising soon).

Just back from a three centre Greek tour with my group, visiting Athens, Santorini and Crete!A great time was had by all...
05/05/2024

Just back from a three centre Greek tour with my group, visiting Athens, Santorini and Crete!
A great time was had by all.
If you would like to be kept in the loop about future trips, just DM me with your email address.

I’m running a wonderful Christmas Market trip to Strasbourg 13-16 December with IOWTours. It is something really special...
18/04/2024

I’m running a wonderful Christmas Market trip to Strasbourg 13-16 December with IOWTours. It is something really special!

Strasbourg is a beautiful town with its half timbered buildings and old world charm. Very Christmassy!

The trip includes coach travel picking up from Sonning Common, Hatton Cross and the Stop24 Dervices on the M20, J11.

The price of £585 is based on 35 travelling.

It needs booking quickly please. By Monday 22/04 if poss.

Price includes:
*Executive Coach travel
*DFDS ferry crossings to/from Dunkirk/Dover with meal on board both ways.
3 nights accommodation on board Croisi Europe’s river cruise ship MS France, berthed in Strasbourg, with fine dining and wine included plus nightly entertainment.
Breakfast and lunch is also included.
Daily excursions with guide including a tour of the Alsace wine area plus wine tasting, a guided tour of Strasbourg and Colmar. Strasbourg Christmas Market.
Comfort breaks will be included on the journey.

To book, simply phone Kim at IOW Tours on 01983 404116. Do join us!

14/01/2024
But don’t tell my Slimming World leader!!!
28/10/2023

But don’t tell my Slimming World leader!!!

Life hack 🤩

Lovely 4 night 5 day trip to the Peak District coming up next month!Places include twin, double and single rooms with NO...
02/09/2023

Lovely 4 night 5 day trip to the Peak District coming up next month!
Places include twin, double and single rooms with NO additional supplement!
Based in beautiful Buxton, and visiting places like Bakewell, EYAM and Glossop, amongst others.
There will be an option to visit Chatsworth House too.
Dinner, bed & breakfast included, as well as daily excursions. All fior just £399.

06/08/2023

Please don’t forget this little gem next March 2024! Note the 3 cities we are visiting plus the FREE BAR and nightly entertainment! Bri...

30/07/2023

FOUND CAT “Fishooks” elderly female tabby found in Torquay and currently under the care of the RSPCA. She was not wearing a collar and does not have a microchip. If you have lost a cat matching this description please give us a call on 01752 331602

Travel tip of the day:
01/03/2023

Travel tip of the day:

There’a still time……(just).1 single place still available (with supplement). Twins/Doubles no problem.Yorkshire awaits!
01/03/2023

There’a still time……(just).

1 single place still available (with supplement).

Twins/Doubles no problem.

Yorkshire awaits!

Did you know that recent research by  the University Colkege, London, as published in the ‘Transport and Health’ journal...
28/01/2023

Did you know that recent research by the University Colkege, London, as published in the ‘Transport and Health’ journal, has shown that people who take regular trips enjoy better health.
Loneliness it seems can impact on our health. It increases our chance of suffering from depression, dementia, obesity, high blood pressure, and heart disease.
So where better to combat loneliness that to come on a good trip with like-minded people. With plenty to see do and converse about you will make new friends and gain a new lease of life!
There’s still time to join us on our wonderful trip to Yorkshire next month, Mar 27-31. So what are you waiting for?
Message me for more info.

01/01/2023

I wonder what new adventures lie in wait for us this year? Certainly North Yorkshire in March, (booking now), then The Italian Dolomites ...

A quick word about my North Yorkshire trip…..If anyone has been trying to phone IOW Tours on 01983405116 to book direct,...
30/12/2022

A quick word about my North Yorkshire trip…..If anyone has been trying to phone IOW Tours on 01983405116 to book direct, they are closed until Tuesday 3rd Jan.!
So many people have expressed an interest in this trip that IOW Tours’ lines should be red hot on Tuesday!
Hang in there. I want you to get on this lovely little break!

Lovely 4 Night, 5 day trip to North Yorkshire based in Whitby.Half board plus excursions.Not to be missed! Just £30 depo...
30/11/2022

Lovely 4 Night, 5 day trip to North Yorkshire based in Whitby.
Half board plus excursions.
Not to be missed! Just £30 deposit.
12 singles available with no supplement!

Trip alert!Watch this space!Details coming out shortly!
26/11/2022

Trip alert!
Watch this space!
Details coming out shortly!

18/09/2022

Travel.What’s holding you back?Fear of Covid? - We can minimize risks, but If you waited for it to go away entirely, you...
18/09/2022

Travel.

What’s holding you back?

Fear of Covid? - We can minimize risks, but If you waited for it to go away entirely, you will never travel again. It is going to be around for a long time.

Fear of travelling alone? - Then come on a group trip like mine. You will be in good company and make new friends.

Worried about travel formalities? - No need, all the hard work is done for you and you will be told what you need to provide yourself, if anything.

Worried about the cost? - All my trips are extremely good value, mostly with dinners and excursions included. They are keenly priced in the first place, and you could chip away at the balance by paying in instalments if it helps.

Worried about walking difficulties? - While not everything might be doable for you, we would ensure that there is plenty of content that is.

Too old? Age is not a barrier so long as you are either self sufficient or have someone to assist you if need be.

Here’s what one of my group, a ‘single’ traveller has emailed me recently:

“As it is quite a while since I have been abroad, I feel pleased to know I am in your group and being looked after!”

This says it all.

Ain’t that the truth!
14/08/2022

Ain’t that the truth!

Have you got itchy feet? You can scratch that itch by coming on one of my trips….. How about a couple of days exploring ...
05/08/2022

Have you got itchy feet?
You can scratch that itch by coming on one of my trips…..
How about a couple of days exploring Liverpool 18-20 November 2022?
…Or a sea cruise to Belgium from Tilbury? 18-21 December 2022.
Message me for details.

Been there, swam there, drank the Limoncello and got the T shirt! Fab place.
04/08/2022

Been there, swam there, drank the Limoncello and got the T shirt! Fab place.

Positano

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14/07/2022

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You could  get your ‘cruise fix’ by coming on my 3 night Festive Market cruise to Zeebrugge (for Bruges), 18-21 December...
12/07/2022

You could get your ‘cruise fix’ by coming on my 3 night Festive Market cruise to Zeebrugge (for Bruges), 18-21 December.
It is with Ambassador Cruise Line out of Tilbury!
Should be fun.

This is why Group holidays are so great! No one is alone and we all have a fantastic time!
08/07/2022

This is why Group holidays are so great! No one is alone and we all have a fantastic time!

08/07/2022

The average cost of a hotel b&b in the UK is £100.99 per night.
The nightly rate for my trip to Ireland coming up 4-10 September is £125 per night (2 sharing).So for that extra £24.01 per night you’d be getting:
*Executive coach travel from chosen pick up point
*Ferry crossings
*Dinner
*Daily excursions
*3 professionally Guided Tours
*A scenic train ride Colerain to Derry
*Admission to the Titanic Experience
*A visit to HMS Caroline and Royal Navy Museum.
*Admission to Bushmills Distillery.
Plus all the organisation has been done for you. All you need to do is turn up.
PM me for details.

Just back from a fabulous tour of North Devon!Next stop Ireland!
04/07/2022

Just back from a fabulous tour of North Devon!
Next stop Ireland!

03/07/2022

Beautiful view of Positano on the Amalfi Coast

02/07/2022

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