The English Riviera
Avoiding the busy summer months - but the autumn weather usually remains mild - a diverse and magnificent landscape of pretty villages and hidden gems that will captivate and enchant.
Avoiding the busy summer months - but the autumn weather usually remains mild - a diverse and magnificent landscape of pretty villages and hidden gems that will captivate and enchant.
South Devon’s coast is known as the perfect family holiday destination, with its award winning attractions, traditional resorts, countryside and history. It’s no surprise that the major tourist centres become extremely busy during summer – which is why this holiday has been pitched later in the year when the crowds have drifted away but the weather usually remains mild. A diverse and magnificent landscape utterly contrasts with the jagged shore where pretty villages, lively towns and smaller beaches lie waiting to be discovered. Hidden gems are speckled across the scenery which will captivate and enchant visitors lucky enough to be shown them.
ITINERARY
Sunday - Morning from Dorset to Exeter for lunch. Continue to Torquay and after settling in enjoy dinner while taking in the ocean views.
Monday - Visit Teignmouth, a classic seaside resort that never did develop as big as the "Riviera resorts" along the coast. It has two beaches, a pier, pleasure gardens and a network of narrow streets that lead to the colourful harbour. The afternoon is at leisure to explore the delights of Torquay with its distinctly Mediterranean feel.
Tuesday - Morning to Dartmouth, the idyllic harbourside town set at the mouth of the River Dart. We shall board a 1 hour river cruise viewing the waterside sights regaled by a skippers commentary. Stay in the town for lunch. After re-joining the coach we shall drive to the gorgeous coastal town of Salcombe, famed for its estuary views and rugged coastline. Lining the maze of narrow streets are a diverse range of shops and galleries to enjoy.
Wednesday - Spend the morning in delightful Totnes, packed with both Medieval and Tudor buildings and full of history. After lunch return to Torquay with more time to discover this cheerful resort at the very heart of the English Riviera.
Thursday - This morning call into Buckfast Abbey on the edge of Dartmoor - visit the beautiful abbey church, exhibition centre and gardens. Stay for lunch then drive back to Dorset by late afternoon.
B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
The Grand Hotel, Torquay
The Grand is renowned throughout Devon for its 4 star accommodation, superb dining and high quality services. Testimony to its good food is the award of an AA Rosette. It is situated right on the seafront and enjoys amazing sea views of the English Riviera. Inland view bedrooms feature private bathroom with toiletries, hairdryer, television, phone, safe, iron, tea tray and free wifi. Upgrade to a guaranteed sea-view room for £40 per person. The leisure centre offers a superb indoor heated pool, gym and spa treatments* (*extra cost). A lift serves all floors.
Tour Price: £499.00 Per Person.
Single room supplement: £90.00
Sea-view supplement (twin/double rooms only): £40.00 Per Person
Price Includes: All coach travel, 4 nights hotel accommodation, Half board meals, Dartmouth boat cruise.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
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| Beaminster Area | Convenient local point in Beaminster to be advised |
| Blandford Area | Convenient local point in Blandford to be advised |
| Bournemouth Area | Convenient point in Bournemouth to be advised |
| Branksome Area | Convenient point in Branksome to be advised |
| Bridport Area | Convenient local point in Bridport to be advised |
| Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, Fortuneswell, Portland |
| Charlestown | The Alexandra Inn, Chickerell Road, Charlestown |
| Chickerell | Bluebird Garage, Chickerell Road |
| Corfe Castle | Convenient point in Corfe Castle to be advised |
| Courtlands | Portland, Courtlands bus stop |
| Dorchester South Station | Dorchester South Station bus stop |
| Dorchester TOT | Top O'Town Car Park (by cafe), Dorchester |
| Easton | Easton Square, Portland |
| Ferndown Area | Convenient local point in Ferndown to be advised |
| Foords Corner | Foords Corner bus stop, Wyke Regis |
| Jestys Avenue | Bus stop end of Jestys Avenue on Littlemoor Road |
| Littlemead | Broadwey, Littlemead bus stop (Swan Inn) |
| Lodmoor Hill | Lodmoor Hill Bus Stop (near Post Office) |
| Lyme Regis | Convenient local point in Lyme Regis to be advised |
| Lyndale bus stop | Wyke Regis, Lyndale Bus Stop |
| Nottington | Broadwey, Nottington Corner bus stop |
| Poole Area | Convenient local point in Poole to be advised |
| Poundbury QMSE | Poundbury Queen Mother Square bus stop (Coach heading into Dorchester) |
| Radipole | Spa Hotel bus stop, Radipole |
| Redlands | Redlands, Opposite Garage |
| Ringwood Area | Convenient local point in Ringwood to be advised |
| Rodwell | Rodwell Traffic Lights, Rodwell Rd/Rodwell Ave |
| Sgt Bunn | St Bunn Bakery, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| Sherborne Area | Convenient local point in Sherborne to be advised |
| Southwell | Portland, Southwell, Opposite Eight Kings Inn |
| St Edmunds Church | St Edmunds Church, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| St Johns Church | Weymouth, St Johns Church, outside Dentist |
| St Nicholas Church | St Nicholas Church, Buxton Road, Weymouth |
| Sturminster Newton Area | Convenient point in Stur. Newton to be advised |
| Swanage Area | Convenient local point in Swanage to be advised |
| To be advised | To be advised - Approx. 2 weeks before travel |
| Upton Area | Convenient local point in Upton to be advised |
| Victoria Square | Victoria Square bus stop, Portland |
| Wareham Area | Convenient local point in Wareham to be advised |
| Westwey Road | Westwey Rd, Magistrates Court, Weymouth |
| Weymouth Bluebird | Weymouth, Outside Bluebird Office, K1 bus stop |
| Wimborne Area | Convenient local point in Wimborne to be advised |
| Wool Area | Convenient local point in Wool to be advised |
| Wyke Smuggler | Smugglers Inn, Wyke Regis |
| Yeovil Area | Convenient local point in Yeovil to be advised |
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