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- Day 1 Welcome to London A vibrant mix of old and new which marches to its very own unforgettable multi-cultural tune. Spend your day exploring the city's iconic sights - its royal heritage, exquisite architecture and fascinating museums. Then take to the city's streets this evening, enjoying the buzz of Soho or perhaps attend a West End show. Locations Visited: London GB.
- Day 2 Explore Windsor, Stonehenge and Paignton This morning, meet your Travel Director for a journey through lush landscapes to the historic market town of Windsor. Next, you’ll visit the ancient megaliths at Stonehenge, which rise imposingly on Salisbury Plain, imagining a time when pagans and druids would gather in their mysterious midst. Next, travel to Paignton, where you'll enjoy an orientation of the city. Join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner this evening. Locations Visited: London GB, Windsor GB, Stonehenge GB, Paignton GB.
- Day 3 Eden Project and St Ives Leave the Devon coast behind and head to the Eden Project for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Walk through the iconic biomes to see how nature and innovation come together to tackle global challenges. Explore the rainforest and Mediterranean environments, spot local plants in the outdoor gardens and discover how communities are creating a more sustainable future. You’ll also come across thought-provoking art and storytelling that brings the space to life. Then continue to the coastal town of St. Ives. With its working harbor, golden beaches and creative energy, it’s easy to see why it’s a favorite with artists and visitors alike. Locations Visited: Paignton GB, Eden Project GB, St. Ives GB, Paignton GB.
- Day 4 Enjoy a visit to Buckfast Abbey and a Dartmoor Scenic Drive This morning, consider an optional cruise around Plymouth's dramatic coastline or enjoy some free time exploring Plymouth your way. Continue to Buckfast Abbey where you’ll Dive into Culture and see where Benedictine monks have prayed for nearly 1,000 years. Next, enjoy Dartmoor National Park on a scenic drive across the mysterious moors. You can also opt to join a traditional pub dinner in a Devonshire village. Locations Visited: Paignton GB, Plymouth GB, Buckfastleigh GB, Dartmoor National Park GB, Paignton GB.
- Day 5 Tintagel Leave Paignton behind and journey north through the scenic Devon and Cornish countryside. Make a stop in Port Isaac, a fishing village made famous by the TV series Doc Martin, with time to explore its narrow streets and harbor. Then continue to the village of Tintagel—steeped in legend as the birthplace of King Arthur. You’ll have time to explore the town and spot Tintagel Castle in the distance, perched dramatically on the clifftops above the Atlantic. Then continue on to Bideford, a historic riverside town where the evening is yours to relax or explore at your own pace. Locations Visited: Paignton GB, Port Isaac GB, Tintagel GB, Bideford GB.
- Day 6 Visit Lynmouth Begin your day with a Travel Director-led orientation through the medieval village of Dunster, once a thriving monastery town. Wander its historic lanes and learn how centuries of history have shaped its character. Afterwards, enjoy free time to explore and find lunch your way. Later, visit Lynmouth, the walking capital of Exmoor, where you’ll have an orientation and time to explore. Continue the drive through Exmoor National Park, taking in dramatic moors, valleys and sea cliffs before joining your travel companions for dinner this evening. Locations Visited: Bideford GB, Dunster GB, Lynmouth GB, Exmoor National Park GB, Bideford GB.
- Day 7 Onwards to Bath and London Visit the UNESCO-listed city of Bath, one of the Great Spa Towns of Europe. See the Pulteney Bridge, the 15th-century abbey and the Roman Baths, where you’ll learn how people once gathered around the thermal springs. Later, head to Stowford Manor Farm in the Frome Valley for your Be My Guest experience. Join Mr and Mrs Bryant in their farmhouse for homemade scones and tea served with local Jersey cream. Continue your journey to London through open countryside, bringing your trip through Devon and Cornwall to a close. Locations Visited: Bideford GB, Bath GB, Trowbridge GB, London GB.
- Day 8 Farewell London Say a fond farewell to your traveling companions at the end of a wonderful vacation, as you prepare to return home with treasured memories. Locations Visited: London GB.
Name: Best of Devon and Cornwall
Brand: Trafalgar
Quality: First Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: London
End City: London
Location Summary: London, GB
Windsor, GB
Stonehenge, GB
Paignton, GB
Eden Project, GB
St. Ives, GB
Plymouth, GB
Buckfastleigh, GB
Dartmoor National Park, GB
Port Isaac, GB
Tintagel, GB
Bideford, GB
Dunster, GB
Lynmouth, GB
Exmoor National Park, GB
Bath, GB
Trowbridge, GB
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Highlights
- Dining Summary - 7 Breakfast (B). 2 Dinner (D).
- Must-see Highlights - Discover Windsor, St. Ives, Plymouth, Bath. Visit The ancient stone circle at Stonehenge, the artists' colony of St. Ives, Buckfast Abbey in Buckfast, Port Isaac, Dunster, the Roman Baths in Bath. View Windsor Castle, the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth.
- Iconic Experience - Stonehenge: Walk around the strange and awe-inspiring megaliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years.. Windsor: Get your bearings in Windsor on an orientation tour with your Travel Director, from the riverside up towards Windsor Castle’s outer walls.. St. Ives: Visit St. Ives, one of the United Kingdom's most popular seaside resorts.. Buckfastleigh: Visit Buckfast Abbey, a Benedictine monastery built on the site where monks have lived and prayed for over 1,000 years.. Tintagel Castle: See the ruins of Tintagel Castle set against the dramatic Atlantic coastline.. Cornwall: Wander the cobbled lanes of Port Isaac, the real-life setting for the beloved British TV series Doc Martin. Spot filming locations, take in harbor views and enjoy time at your own pace, whether it’s browsing shops or relaxing with a cup of tea by the sea. . Lynmouth: Enjoy a visit to the quaint village of Lynmouth and admire its delightful natural setting.. Somerset: Discover the medieval village of Dunster on a Travel Director-led orientation through the timber-framed Yarn Market, the Dunster Museum and a 12th-century nunnery. Stroll through Priory Close, see the circular Dovecote and visit St. George’s Parish Church before finishing at the gates of Dunster Castle. . Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian facades and the bimillennial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name. .
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® - Cornwall: Visit the Eden Project, a former clay pit transformed into a thriving global garden. Hear the story behind this unique ecological attraction, then enjoy time to explore its vast Biomes, walk through the lush indoor rainforest and take in thought-provoking art installations. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 4 & 13: Quality Education and Climate Action..
- Be My Guest - Wiltshire: Meet Mr and Mrs Bryant on their riverside farm in the Frome Valley. Enjoy home-baked scones with local Jersey cream in their 15th-century house and garden. Hear stories of farm life, local heritage and the beloved Jersey cows over a traditional cup of tea..
