A Tale of Two Cities

Home of The Beatles, a fascinating imperial history, and a wonderfully energetic waterfront, Liverpool has played a defining role in shaping modern Britain. Just 40 miles south, Chester, with its ancient Roman landmarks and medieval architecture, offers a glimpse of a more distant past.

​On this five-day accessible coach tour, you’ll explore both cities – getting a feel for Liverpool’s maritime heritage, musical footprint and contemporary culture, then travelling thousands of years back in time as you discover Chester’s historic streets and spectacular cathedral. Staying in an accessible city centre hotel means you’re at the heart of the action, giving this holiday an immersive city break feel and making it well suited to guests who want to balance excursions with free time to explore at your own pace.

5-Day Accessible Itinerary

After a relaxed journey to Liverpool on our accessible transport, your first full day is dedicated to exploring Liverpool’s iconic waterfront. In doing so, we’ll visit the Museum of Liverpool and Royal Albert Docks, two of the city’s most influential cultural landmarks. Next up is a day in Chester, where you will visit the 1,000-year-old cathedral and spend the afternoon exploring the city at your own pace.

Finally, we’ll spend one more day enjoying Liverpudlian culture. Starting with a guided Beatles coach tour that takes in local landmarks associated with the group, your day also includes a one-hour cruise aboard the famous Mersey ferry and free time in the city centre.

Travel with confidence

Limitless provides expert end-to-end support, making it easy to plan, book, and enjoy a stress-free holiday. As well as helping you find the perfect holiday, your personal Limitless travel advisor will arrange and tailor any supplementary care required. Professional Limitless carers and a tour manager accompany you on every coach holiday, for total peace of mind.

See our FAQs for more information or call 0800 711 7112.

What's Included?

  • 4 Nights - in an accessible four-star hotel in Liverpool.

  • Excursions - Museum of Liverpool, Royal Albert Docks, Chester Cathedral, Beatles coach tour & Mersey Ferry cruise

  • Accessible Coach - transport equipped with a hydraulic lift or ramp.

  • Vetted Destinations - hotel & excursions assessed for accessibility.

  • Accessible Accommodation - rooms with adapted facilities.

  • Half-Board - breakfasts & evening meals.

  • Professional Care Support - from Limitless carers. 

  • Tailored Care Plans - for travellers with additional needs.

  • Tour Manager - your ever-present point of contact on holiday.

  • Equipment Hire - we arrange all necessary accessibility equipment.

  • Personal Travel Advisor - always speak to the same travel expert.

  • Booking Assistance - your advisor handles the entire booking process.

*In the event a scheduled excursion cannot go ahead, Limitless will arrange an alternative.

Itinerary

Day 1 Travel to Liverpool with Limitless Support
Cruise guests and staff enjoying a meal together on the Britannia

We’ll meet you at one of our designated UK pick-up points, help you board our accessible coach and ensure you’re comfortable for the journey. All our coaches benefit from hydraulic lift or ramp access, and wheelchairs can be safely secured in place, so there’s no need to transfer to a standard seat. Similarly, all our drivers have experience working with Limitless Travellers and understand and respect individual access needs.

On arrival, the Limitless Team will help you check in. Then, you’ll have time to relax, unwind and explore your accessible room, before enjoying a delicious meal in the hotel restaurant. Your Tour Manager will round out the evening with a little entertainment for those not quite ready to hit the hay.

Learn more about our accessible transport in our FAQs.

Day 2 Museum of Liverpool & Royal Albert Docks
Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
Royal Albert Dock Liverpool

It’s impossible to conceive of Liverpool without the magnificent Mersey, so crucial the role the river has played in the city’s history and sense of identity. Today, we’ll tour several of the cultural highlights that have turned the waterfront into one of the city’s most exciting and vibrant destinations.

Following breakfast, the day begins with a visit to the Museum of Liverpool, where the city’s social, cultural and archaeological history is showcased through a range of permanent and temporary exhibitions. From Beatles memorabilia to displays celebrating the city’s strong associations with organised labour, the museum offers a fascinating insight into Liverpool’s past, present and future.

At lunchtime, we’ll head to the spectacular Royal Albert Docks, one of the city’s true success stories and a fantastic demonstration of the power of regeneration and redevelopment. Abandoned until the 1980s, the Docks are now a bustling city centrepiece and home to bars, restaurants, shops, and cultural institutions, making it the perfect place to grab a bite to eat.

In the afternoon, we’ll either head to the Tate Liverpool for the world-class art, or you can enjoy free time to explore the city centre at your own pace. Either way, the Limitless Team will be by your side to provide support and assistance whenever you need it.

Day 3 Chester Cathedral Guided Tour
Chester Cathedral
Chester Cathedral

Just an hour south of Liverpool city centre, Chester is a beautiful cathedral city with bundles of Roman history and some of the best-preserved medieval architecture in the UK.

​Today, we’ll board our accessible transport and head to Chester for a fantastic introductory coach tour. Having learned about its history, we’ll alight at the soaring Chester Cathedral for a guided visit. More than 1,000 years old, the cathedral is famed for its rich, red sandstone, strong connections to monastic orders, and remarkable collection of artwork. With the support of the Limitless Team, you’ll enjoy a full immersion in the building’s wonderful history.

​In the afternoon, you’ll have plenty of free time to explore Chester at your own pace. The excellent Chester Market offers ground-floor access to a wide range of street food vendors, and you can explore the city’s Roman history at the Grosvenor Museum, where ground-floor exhibits are also wheelchair accessible. Alternatively, why not grab a cup of tea in a cosy cafe?

The Limitless Team will be available to support you throughout your time in Chester and to help plan your afternoon.

Day 4 Liverpool Icons Coach Tour & Mersey Ferry
The Beatles Statue, Liverpool
The Beatles Statue

On your final full day in Liverpool, we’ll explore the city’s musical culture then take to the water for the best possible view of its incredible skyline.

Following breakfast at the hotel, we’ll board our accessible transport for a one-hour guided tour of local landmarks associated with the city’s most iconic musical export – The Beatles. Taking in the Cavern Club, Strawberry Field Gate and Penny Lane, the tour illustrates just how much Liverpool influenced the Fab Four and their music.

​At the end of the coach tour, we’ll board the Mersey ferry – immortalised in the famous Gerry & the Pacemakers tune – and head out to experience the city from the water. Liverpool’s breathtaking architecture is a result of its role as one of the British Empire’s most important ports, and there’s no better way to get a feel for the city’s history than on this one-hour accessible river cruise.

Following your cruise, you’ll have the afternoon to explore Liverpool at your own pace. If you want help planning your day, don’t hesitate to chat with your Tour Manager. In the evening, we’ll all get together in the hotel for our final dinner and to share holiday memories.

Day 5 Breakfast & Travel Home
Coach tours

Today, your Liverpool and Chester tour comes to an end. After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll board the accessible coach and depart for our various UK drop-off locations. Relax, reminisce with your fellow Limitless Travellers and take in the views. We’ll ensure you’re comfortable for the return journey and look forward to seeing you on your next Limitless holiday!

Accommodation

Hilton Liverpool City Centre

Hilton Liverpool City Centre

Your accessible, three-star city-centre hotel ensures you enjoy an authentic Liverpool experience. Situated on the riverside, a short distance from Liverpool ONE, the Museum of Liverpool and the Royal Albert Dock, the hotel allows for easy access to the city's biggest cultural attractions and the vibrant, walkable and wheelchair-friendly waterfront area.

Equipped with spacious and accessible bedrooms, as well as wet room bathrooms, the hotel also features an on-site restaurant and a casual bar with an all-day food menu and seasonal terrace. Your holiday includes a fantastic dinner in the hotel every evening, as well as breakfast. Limitless Groups also have exclusive access to a larger room we'll use for some fantastic evening entertainment.

  • Four-star, disabled-friendly hotel in Liverpool

  • Wheelchair-accessible bedrooms

  • Accessible bathrooms and wet rooms

  • Fully accessible bar and restaurant

  • Evening entertainment with your Tour Manager

  • Free WiFi throughout the hotel

Limitless can also arrange specialist equipment hire and delivery to ensure you have everything you need during your holiday.

Learn more about equipment hire in our FAQs.

Transport

Customer

Premium Wheelchair Accessible Coach

We have carefully selected our accessible transport partner to ensure that Limitless customers travel in total comfort and are afforded the respect and dignity they deserve. All drivers and staff are trained to assist passengers with diverse needs, and all coaches are equipped with hydraulic lifts or feature ramped access.

  • Hydraulic lift (300 kg limit) or ramp access

  • Wheelchair spaces with secure safety clamps

  • No need to transfer from your wheelchair

  • Hold space for manual wheelchairs

  • Air conditioning

  • Reclining seats

  • Double-glazed tinted windows

  • Friendly, experienced drivers

Learn more about our accessible transport in our FAQs.

General FAQs

How do I book a UK coach holiday?

The first step in the booking process is speaking to a Limitless Travel Advisor on 0800 711 7112. While many Limitless Travellers contact us knowing exactly which coach holiday they want to book, many also call us for advice. We often help our travellers pick out the perfect holiday based on their needs and interests. So don’t hesitate to get in touch, even if you’re not sure which holiday to book yet.

When you’re ready to book, you’ll pay a deposit to confirm your place. The remainder of the balance is payable closer to the departure date. Flexible payment plans are available, allowing you to spread the cost of your holiday.

You will also discuss your holiday and needs with your Personal Travel Advisor to ensure you have the best possible care package and everything has been considered. Finally, the Limitless Care Team will contact you three months before departure to confirm you have all you need, are happy with arrangements, and are ready for your Limitless holiday.

What is included in the price of my holiday?

You can check the What’s Included? section at the top of each tour page for a comprehensive account of what’s included in the price of a specific holiday. Broadly, the following is included as standard in every holiday:

  • Accessible coach travel

  • Accommodation

  • Breakfast and dinner

  • Accessible excursions

  • Group Support and Holiday Assistance

Where are your coach holiday pick-up points?

We operate 45 unique pick-up locations across the UK, including major cities such as Birmingham, London, Bristol and Manchester. So there’s a very good chance we have one close to you.

Not every pick-up location is available on every tour. With this in mind, if you’re interested in a particular coach holiday, we recommend contacting a Limitless Travel Advisor to confirm your nearest departure point. You can reach the limitless team on 0800 711 7112.

On arrival at your preferred pick-up location, keep an eye out for the Limitless Team. We’ll be wearing dark blue Limitless-branded tops and always make sure we’re easy to find. The team will help you store your luggage in the coach and assist with boarding.

What kind of accessible coach transport will I travel on?

We use the same transport provider for all our coach holidays, so we can guarantee a consistent experience and ensure Limitless Travellers’ needs are always met. Our accessible coaches are purpose-built specialist vehicles and all equipped with Hidral Gobel or PLS lifts rated to 300 kg. All drivers have been trained in their use by the coach company’s certified lift technicians.

Additional coach features include:

  • Toilet (limited accessibility)

  • Air Conditioning

  • Reclining seats

  • Double-glazed tinted windows

  • Expansive storage space

If you have any questions concerning your accessible transport, don’t hesitate to reach out and speak to a Limitless Travel Advisor on 0800 711 7112.

Care FAQs

Who will look after me on holiday?

Our carers are trained and experienced professionals who are empathetic, friendly and dedicated to making sure you have a safe, comfortable and enjoyable holiday. Limitless carers play a significant role in ensuring Limitless Travellers get the most from their tour, so they’re carefully vetted and selected. When you travel with Limitless, you know you’re looked after by the best in the business!

What is Limitless Group Support and Holiday Assistance?

Group Support & Holiday Assistance is included as standard with all Limitless holidays. It's what sets us apart from every other UK holiday provider!

This level of support is suitable for those who do not require physical support, but may need a helping hand to make the most of their holiday experience. We provide this assistance in a group setting, so you must be able to support yourself if you intend to leave the group at any point.

What does Group Support & Holiday Assistance include?

✓ Pre-holiday assistance from your Personal Travel Advisor, who will answer any questions you have and provide support with hiring any limited mobility equipment you require.

✓ During your holiday, the Limitless Team will assist you with making the holiday accessible day-to-day, including:

✓ Help with checking into your hotel

✓ Assistance with luggage

✓ Help with accessing excursions

For more details, speak with a member of the Limitless team on 0800 711 7112.

What can Limitless do if I require additional care and support?

At Limitless, we offer a range of additional care packages if your require a little more assistance. This allows us to tailor care to individual Limitless Travellers and ensure your needs are met while on holiday.

They range from our Morning, Evening & Occasional Daytime Care package for travellers who require intermittent assistance with personal care to our One-to-One Care With Hoisting package for travellers who would benefit from comprehensive, all-day care.

We always recommend getting touch with your Personal Travel Advisor to discuss care packages. They are always on hand to answer questions, provide information, and make recommendations about the package they think is most suitable for you. You can contact Limitless on 0800 711 7112.

In addition to this, our care team will also reach out to you three months before your holiday to confirm you have everything you need to travel with complete confidence.

Does Limitless arrange equipment hire for coach holidays?

Yes, Limitless helps arrange the rental of equipment for your holiday. We’re always able to source common accessibility equipment, such as shower chairs, mobility scooters, hoists, shower commodes, profile beds, stand aids, and manual and electric wheelchairs. We may also be able to arrange the hire of more specialist equipment, though this is dependent on availability. You can check what equipment is available by contacting the Limitless Travel Advisors on 0800 711 7112.

Limitless Travel partners with trusted UK and international equipment suppliers, and all equipment is checked, tested and sanitised at the holiday accommodation before use.

Can you accommodate special dietary requirements?

We do our utmost to accommodate any special dietary requirements. We recommend contacting a Limitless Travel Advisor on 0800 711 7112 to check whether we can cater for your specific needs before booking.

Dates and Prices

Start Date Days Price Per Person From Solo Traveller Price*
9th August 2027
 5
From £2,199
Group
From £2,199
Solo traveller
From £2,499
From £2,499
20th September 2027
 5
From £2,199
Group
From £2,199
Solo traveller
From £2,499
From £2,499
* Solo spaces are limited.
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