Holiday Itinerary Best of Devon and Cornwall

Day 1 - Explore Windsor, Bath and Bristol

Leave the bright lights of the British capital behind and journey through lush landscapes to the historic market town of Windsor. Journeying west, we arrive in the stately Georgian town of Bath, whose beautiful Pulteney Bridge and 15th-century Gothic Abbey provide a picturesque backdrop for the Roman Baths from which the city takes its name. See the steamy thermal pool of the 'Great Bath' before travelling to easy going Bristol, where we'll enjoy an orientation of the city including views of the Clifton Suspension Bridge and Brunel's SS Great Britain, the world's first ocean-going luxury liner.

Hotel - Hilton Garden Inn City Centre. Included Meals - Welcome Reception

Day 2 - Experience a Stately Home and British Village Life

Leaving trendy Bristol behind, we embark on a scenic drive through the English countryside, arriving at Longleat Stately Home where we’ll Dive Into Culture and gain insights into centuries of British tradition. Embark on an included guided tour one of the country's finest stately homes, currently home to the 7th Marquess of Bath. Wander through its grand rooms featuring priceless collections of art, antiques and tapestries collected by 15 generations and admire the exquisite Capability Brown landscaped parkland. Later, we stop in the picturesque village of Lacock – its honey-coloured stone cottages and 15th-century inns have served as an iconic backdrop for such famous films as 'Pride & Prejudice', 'Harry Potter' and 'Downton Abbey

Included Meals - Breakfast

Optional experience. Dinner and Drinks in Bristol Tonight, why not join your Travel Director and fellow guests for dinner in the heart of Bristol. Adult Price: £46.00*

Optional experience. Guided Tour of Bristol. Adult Price: £15.00*

Day 3 - Journey to Coastal Devon and Plymouth

The sounds and smell of the sea beckon as you make your way to Devon and stop in the fishing town of Brixham where Sir Francis Drake’s ship 'Golden Hind' is permanently moored. You’ll head to Totnes, on the Dart River, and Connect With Locals at a Be My Guest experience where you'll savour a cream tea at The Old Forge. This 600-year-old structure was originally the workshop for the Duke of Somerset’s Berry Pomeroy Castle and Estates and the former family home of Jane Seymour, one of Henry VIII’s six wives. Continue to Buckfast Abbey where you’ll Dive Into Culture and gain insights into how Benedictine monks have lived and prayed for nearly 1,000 years. Venture to Plymouth next, where pilgrims once left English shores for an unknown new world. This evening you could choose to toast to their bravery over an optional dinner with your fellow travellers.

Hotel - Crowne Plaza. Included Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest

Optional experience. Dartmoor Excursion and Dinner. A scenic drive across the mysterious moors takes us to the capital of the area, Princetown. Here we’ll see the infamous Dartmoor prison, before driving to a lovely old Inn for a drink and supper. Later, a Local Specialist will regale us with stories and legends about the area.

Adult Price: £41.00*

Day 4 - Admire Historic Sights and Venture to Exeter

Continue your journey to lovely St. Ives, a popular retreat for artists, surfers and sun-worshippers. On the way, enjoy views of St. Michael’s Mount with its 17th-century castle, perched dramatically atop the tidal island near the seaside town of Penzance. Stop at Tintagel Castle, the legendary birthplace of King Arthur, and admire its rugged clifftop vantage point overlooking the wild Atlantic. Your final destination today is the sophisticated capital of Devon - Exeter. Its stunning medieval centre is yours to explore on your own this evening.

Hotel - Mercure SouthgateIncluded Meals - Breakfast

Optional experience. Devonshire Village And Dinner. We’ll drive to a beautiful village in Devon, where you’ll see cob walled houses with thatched roofs and the parish church, which dates back over 700 years. You’ll also savour a tasty pub dinner and meet the locals, in a 700-year-old village pub.

Adult Price: £39.00*

Day 5 - Enjoy Scenic Somerset and Dartmoor National Park

This morning, visit the Exeter Cathedral with its 15th-century astronomical clock and misericords, said to be the earliest complete set in the United Kingdom. Continue to the Somerset village of Dunster, where you’ll have some free time for lunch and an opportunity to view its castle on your own. Visit Lynmouth next, the walking capital of Exmoor, then drive through the brooding landscape of Dartmoor National Park, stopping at a traditional pub for a memorable Farewell Dinner with your travel companions. Return to Exeter, where you’ll spend the night.

Included Meals - Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

Day 6 - Onwards to Prehistoric Stonehenge and London

This morning, visit the ancient monoliths at Stonehenge, which rise imposingly on Salisbury Plain, imagining a time when pagans and druids would gather in their mysterious midst. We'll visit the town of Salisbury, home to Britain's tallest spire, before returning to London where our memorable journey through Devon and Cornwall comes to an end.

Included Meals - Breakfast.

* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.

All optional experiences for this trip book with your travel director when you travel

Departure dates & prices 2022 Best of Devon and Cornwall - 7% discount on all dates

Trafalgar Brochure Price in Black from £1012

Travel 55 Discount Price in Red from £942

Tel Trafalgar Reservations on 0800 5335616 and quote Travel Ref: TT55

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This tour starts in and ends in London

Dates Prices from Dates Prices from
May 6

£1012
£942

August 5, 19

£1255
£1168

May 20

£1065
£991

September 9, 16, 22

£1235
£1149

July 1, 8

£1255
£1168

 September 30

£1210
£1126

July 29

£1195
£1112

Prices shown are per person based on two people sharing a twin room. Single Supplement is available

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Best of Devon and Cornwall

Touring Holidays 6 Days - 7% Discount

2022 discount prices from £942

Sign up for a whirlwind adventure on this popular England trip through Devon and Cornwall. Discover the legend of King Arthur at Tintagel Castle and learn how the monks of Buckfast Abbey have lived for centuries, before indulging in a traditional cream tea or Cornish pasty.

This escorted tour Best of Devon and Cornwall comes with a 7% discount saving. To book call Trafalgar Tours  direct on 0800 5335616 and quote Travel ref: TT55 plus the tour code.

To receive your 7% discount call Trafalgar direct on 0800 533 5616 and guote the code: TT55.

What's Included

5 Nights Accommodation

  • 8 Meals:
  • 1 Be My Guest, 1 Farewell Dinner, 1 Welcome Reception, 5 Breakfasts

On-Trip Transport

All transport shown. VIP private door-to-door UK airport transfers included. *This service is excluded from UK-based trips.

Sightseeing Highlights

  • Discover Bath, Bristol, Brixham, Plymouth, Dunster, Lynmouth, Exeter and Salisbury
  • View Windsor Castle, the Capability Brown landscaped parkland at Longleat, Tintagel Castle in Cornwall, the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth and St. Michael's Mount
  • Visit Royal Windsor, the Roman Baths in Bath, Longleat House in Warminster, Lacock village, Buckfast Abbey, the artists' colony of St. Ives, Exeter Cathedral, the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge and John Constable's Salisbury

The Trafalgar difference

Connect with Locals

Savour an exclusive Be My Guest cream tea at The Old Forge, the former family home of Jane Seymour, one of Henry VIII's six wives.

Dive into Culture

Visit Buckfast Abbey, a Benedictine monastery built on the site where monks have lived and prayed for over 1,000 years. Witness the exquisite craft of glassblowing, a delicate tradition that generations of Venetian craftsmen have perfected over the centuries.

Dive into Culture

Enjoy a guided tour of Longleat House, the seat of the Marquesses of Bath and one of the finest stately homes open to the public.

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Travel highlights

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Pick-up and drop-off when you stay at the Trafalgar recommended London hotel, booked through Trafalgar
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • The services of a Trafalgar Local Host when you stay at Trafalgar's recommended London hotel.
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

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