Best of Devon & Cornwall 2011
Summary of Best of Devon & Cornwall 2011
Southern England is home to many magical locales: see the ruined castle of Tintagel, King Arthur's tomb at the Abbey ruins, Roman Baths and mystical Stonehenge. Investigate the majestic Hampton Court Palace, stone circles at Avebury and the coastal city of Plymouth on your tour of Devon and Cornwall.
Tour Map
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 - Over night Flight from USA
Day 2 - Arrive London
A full day at leisure to explore Britain's capital.
Hotel: Park Plaza County Hall (SF)
Day 3 - London – Runnymede – Salisbury – Stonehenge – Bideford
This morning stop to see the gardens at Hampton Court Palace before driving to Runnymede where the Magna Carta was signed. Continue on to Salisbury to view its magnificent Cathedral before pausing on Salisbury Plain to visit mysterious Stonehenge. Finally enter the West Country and drive across Exmoor to reach the ancient seaport of Bideford. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Drink and dinner with your Tour Director and companions. (Dinner)
Hotel: Durrant House (F)
Day 4 - Bideford – Clovelly – Tintagel – Plymouth (2 nights)
Your first stop this morning will be the steeply cobbled Devonshire village of Clovelly. Then on to Cornwall via the little medieval harbour of Boscastle and back into Devon for a typical cream tea. Your final destination is the naval port of Plymouth. Here see the Mayflower steps from where the Pilgrim Fathers set sail to America and the citadel overlooking Plymouth Sound. Perhaps enjoy a cruise around this historic harbour. (Full Breakfast)
Hotel: Jurys Inn (F)
Day 5 - Cornish excursion
Drive along the rugged Cornish coastline past smugglers’ coves and quaint fishing villages to Land’s End, the most westerly point of the British mainland. Then continue to St. Ives, the famous artists’ colony. Later enjoy views of St. Michael’s Mount near Penzance before a drive across Bodmin Moor. (Full Breakfast)
Day 6 - Plymouth – BristoL (2 nights)
This morning your journey takes you past the rugged Dartmoor National Park to Glastonbury where you will visit the Abbey ruins and see the legendary burial site of King Arthur. Travel through beautiful Chedder Gorge and enjoy time for lunch in the town synonymous with the famous cheese. Later arrive into Bristol where your orientation will include views of the Clifton Suspension Bridge and Brunel's SS Great Britain - the world's first ocean-going propeller driven iron ship. Your Tour Director will give you suggestions for dinner this evening. (Full Breakfast)
Hotel: Mercure Holland House (SF)
Day 7 - Bath Excursion
Today a short drive will bring you to Bath designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Bath presents some of the finest architectural sights in the world. Your included 'hop-on hop-off' city sightseeing ticket will enhance your day and give you freedom and flexibility. Your Tour Director will provide suggestions of museums and sights that can been seen. This evening return to Bristol for a Farewell Dinner. (Full Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
Day 8 - Bristol – Avebury – Windsor – London
This morning see Britain’s largest and most ancient stone circle called Avebury before stopping in Royal Windsor. Enjoy free time here for lunch before you return to London at the end of this scenic and memorable tour. (Full Breakfast)
Hotel: Park Plaza County Hall (SF)
Day 9 - London – USA
Time to bid farewell to London and new-found friends as this memorable vacation comes to an end. Transfers are available. Conditions apply. (Buffet Breakfast)
Best of Devon & Cornwall 2011 What's Included
- Hampton Court Palace: Visit the gardens.
- Runnymede: See the Magna Carta Memorial.
- Salisbury: View the Cathedral.
- Stonehenge: Visit the ancient Stone Circle.
- Bideford: Visit the ancient seaport.
- Clovelly: Visit the picturesque village.
- Boscastle: See the pretty resort.
- Tintagel: See the Castle.
- Plymouth: See the Mayflower Steps and the Hoe.
- Cornish Excursion: Visit Land’s End. Visit the artists’ colony of St. Ives. See St. Michael’s Mount.
- Glastonbury: Visit the Abbey and tomb of King Arthur. .
- Cheddar: View the gorge. .
- Bristol: See the Clifton Suspension Bridge and SS Great Britain.
- Bath: Visit the Roman Baths and admire the Georgian architecture. Included 'hop-on hop-off' city sightseeing ticket.
- Avebury: Visit the stone circle.
- Windsor: Visit the Royal town.
- Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Bideford.
- 1 Buffet breakfast and 1 Continental breakfast in London
- 5 full English Breakfasts
- Cream tea in Devon
- 1 three-course dinner
- Farewell Dinner with wine in a restaurant in Bristol
- Accomodation in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
- All hotel service charges, taxes, baggage handling and hotel tips are included.
- Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats.
- The services of one of Trafalgar's top professional Tour Director.
- The services of a Trafalgar Representative at your London hotel.
- A stylish wallet, travel documents and Welcome on Tour book with map.
Dates & Rates
| Departs On | Returns On | Land Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Apr 17, 2011 | Sun, Apr 25, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Apr 24, 2011 | Sun, May 02, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, May 01, 2011 | Sun, May 09, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, May 08, 2011 | Sun, May 16, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, May 15, 2011 | Sun, May 23, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, May 22, 2011 | Sun, May 30, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, May 29, 2011 | Sun, Jun 06, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Jun 05, 2011 | Sun, Jun 13, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Jun 12, 2011 | Sun, Jun 20, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Jun 19, 2011 | Sun, Jun 27, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Jun 26, 2011 | Sun, Jul 04, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Jul 03, 2011 | Sun, Jul 11, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Jul 10, 2011 | Sun, Jul 18, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Jul 17, 2011 | Sun, Jul 25, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Jul 24, 2011 | Sun, Aug 01, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Jul 31, 2011 | Sun, Aug 08, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Aug 07, 2011 | Sun, Aug 15, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Aug 14, 2011 | Sun, Aug 22, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Aug 21, 2011 | Sun, Aug 29, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Aug 28, 2011 | Sun, Sep 05, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Sep 04, 2011 | Sun, Sep 12, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Sep 11, 2011 | Sun, Sep 19, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Sep 18, 2011 | Sun, Sep 26, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Sep 25, 2011 | Sun, Oct 03, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Oct 02, 2011 | Sun, Oct 10, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
| Sun, Oct 09, 2011 | Sun, Oct 17, 2011 | US$1525.00 |
- All tour information is correct at time of tours going live, however is subject to change, please confirm all details at time of booking.