Offering great value, the new breaks feature unique or VIP 'behind the scenes' experiences and guided sightseeing with special access to famous landmarks, accompanied by a local expert guide.   The featured hotels are centrally located with easy access to the city, and are mostly four star rated to offer premium accommodation, with a range of facilities and breakfast included.   Although many elements are included, customers have the flexibility to make their own travel arrangements to join the breaks.

The 4 day 'Edinburgh Festival & Royal Military Tattoo' short break highlights these famous events, and are packaged with festival entry and premier seating at the Royal Military Tattoo.   Based at the four star rated Hotel Leonardo, highlights include a guided tour of the city, and visits to Edinburgh Castle and the Scotch Malt Whisky Society with a tasting session. Departures are available on 6 and 20 August.

Ideal for keen gardeners, the four day 'RHS Chelsea Flower Show' short break includes entrance to the Chelsea Flower Show and an exclusive 'behind the scenes' tour of Kew Gardens with lunch.  Included sightseeing also features a London Eye flight with champagne, a guided tour of the National Gallery and a scenic coach tour of London. The four star rated Holiday Inn Regents Park is the perfect base to enjoy these amazing excursions. Departure date is the 25 May.

The four day 'Manchester City Break' gives visitors a 'behind the scenes' look at the famous Royal Exchange Theatre and a tour of the BBC Studios at MediaCityUK. Chocoholics can savour a Chocolate Connoisseurs' tasting session as well as an expert truffle-making lesson before enjoying a scenic tour of the city.  The break features four star rated accommodation at the Crowne Plaza Manchester City Centre. Departures are available in May, June and September.