Torquay and Dartmoor Delights
Torquay and Dartmoor Delights
Torquay and Dartmoor Delights
8 Days Starting and ending in United Kingdom
Visiting: Paignton, Plymouth, Torquay, Dawlish, Teignmouth, Babbacombe Model Village
Tour operator:
Tour code:
uk8pai23
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
6-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
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Tour Overview
Stretching across 22 miles of Devon’s coastline, the English Riviera consists of seaside resorts, rocky coves and picturesque villages. Join us on this fantastic short break and visit Plymouth, Torquay and Babbacombe Model Village. Inland, we explore Dartmoor National Park, full of wild, open scenery that has inspired visitors for centuries.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Paignton
Location: Paignton
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Esplanade Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service then on to Paignton for a seven-night stay.
Day 2 : Plymouth Harbour Cruise And Cream Tea
Location: Plymouth
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Esplanade Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy an included excursion to the maritime city of Plymouth. From the historic Barbican area, we take a delightful harbour cruise to soak up the sights.
We then return to Paignton via a relaxing drive through the magnificent scenery of Dartmoor National Park. Stopping at Princetown – the highest town on the Moor – we enjoy a delicious Devonshire cream tea.
Day 3 : At Leisure Or Exeter
Location: Paignton
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Esplanade Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a day at leisure in charming Paignton with its traditional seaside delights, level seafront and charming coastal delights.
Alternatively, why not join our optional excursion to the cathedral city of Exeter which boasts rich history, quaint cobbled streets and plenty of shops. The wonderful cathedral is the focal point of the city.
Day 4 : Torbay Tour
Location: Torquay
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Esplanade Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We enjoy a tour of delightful Torbay, travelling through Babbacombe to reach Torquay – the English Riviera’s premier resort. Lying at the heart of unspoilt coastline and exotic greenery, Torquay is a lively town and home to plenty of seaside attractions and a stylish marina.
Day 5 : At Leisure
Location: Paignton
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Esplanade Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a day at leisure in Paignton and explore at your own pace. Perhaps take a stroll along the pier, visit Paignton Zoo or simply relax on the sandy beach.
Originally a Celtic settlement, Paignton was a fishing village right up to the 19th century when the harbour was built. The arrival of the railway in 1859 brought the crowds of visitors and the town quickly became a holiday destination for the Victorians.
Day 6 : At Leisure Or Dartmouth And Salcombe
Location: Paignton
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Esplanade Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Relax in Paignton, or join our optional excursion to seafaring Dartmouth and Salcombe, one of the prettiest towns in South Devon and located within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town of Salcombe is lined with boutiques, shops and independent producers, as well as local art galleries and gift shops.
Day 7 : Dawlish, Teignmouth And Babbacombe Model Village
Location: Dawlish, Teignmouth, Babbacombe Model Village
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Esplanade Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We enjoy a trip to Georgian Teignmouth, which is a traditional seaside resort with a classic Victorian pier, before visiting pretty Dawlish with its wonderful golden sand beach.
We then head to the popular attraction, Babbacombe Model Village. Marvel at the miniature creations that capture the imagination, and a healthy dose of British humour really brings the village to life.
Day 8 : Return Home
Location: Paignton
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
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Porterage at Hotels
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will stay for seven nights at a carefully selected hotel on the English Riviera.
Check out our Q&As
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
You can be assured of a high level of service and reliability from our expert-trained coach crews, who will be on hand to assist and escort you along the way
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 6 years or above
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full. Hand luggage should be stored in the overhead racks aboard the coach.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
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Shearings requires a minimum deposit of 75 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of shearings charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.