The Majestic English Riviera

Back by popular demand!! Join us on this spectacular tour to South Devon, offering outstanding  coastline views, picturesque villages, and fabulous seaside resorts. We will be visiting the  beautiful coastal towns of Totnes, Sidmouth & Exmouth, along with a stunning railway journey  on the South Devon Railway and a beautiful boat cruise on River Dart taking in views of Agatha  Christies Greenway Estate. A simple yet stunning tour where there is something for everybody.

Palace Hotel Paignton

This beautiful hotel is in its own beautiful grounds, situated on Paignton’s Esplanade with a small walk into the town  and directly opposite the seafront this hotel offers the perfect base to explore this area. All rooms are en suite offering  television, tea & coffee making facilities and hairdryer. The hotel also offers leisure facilities including indoor heated pool & gym.

Day 1: We depart the Northeast and make comfort stops enroute. We will arrive at one of our firm favourite places to stay, The Palace Hotel arriving late afternoon

 Day 2 TO 7: The following excursions will be included in this tour:

• We make our way to the charming station of Buckfastleigh where we take our stunning return train journey  through the beautiful Devon countryside to Totnes. Here you will have free time to explore this historical town full of independent cafes, shops, historic buildings and beautiful riverside walks before returning to  Buckfastleigh to meet the coach.
• Sidmouth. Situated on the Jurassic coast, this beautiful coastal town offers stylish eating places, great shopping, and beautiful beaches.
• Scenic route through the Dartmoor National Park with a comfort stop in Prince town. Here you can enjoy a  cream tea and take in the beautiful views.
• Exmouth & Babbacombe. One of the oldest and picturesque seaside towns in Devon, this beautiful port offers  plenty to see and do with an abundance of restaurants, cafes, and bars. A perfect place to sit and watch the world  go by. Free time will be spent here before making our way to the seaside town of Babbacombe. Explore  the model village, take a ride on the cliff railway or just sit and admire the beach and views the choice is yours..
• A stunning circular boat cruise on the lower part of the River Dart viewing the castles at the estuary along with  views of Agatha Christies Greenway estate, truly beautiful. We will also have free time in Dartmouth for you to  enjoy the Elizabethan streets, independent shops, art Galleries and gourmet restaurants. Brixham is a beautiful  fishing town offering a harbour and is desired for its delicious seafood.
• Free day in Paignton at your leisure. Enjoy the promenade, harbour, beach or gardens.

 Day 8: After breakfast we make our way home with comfort stops enroute arriving back early evening.