Exploring Devon & Cornwall

Famous for its swaying palm trees and golden coastlines, Devon brings a touch of the Mediterranean to Britain! On this getaway experience the best of Devon and Cornwall from beautiful coastlines to picturesque ports.

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Famous for its swaying palm trees and golden coastlines, Devon and Cornwall are among the UK's most popular tourist areas. With long sandy beaches and picturesque landscapes, enjoy a touch of the Mediterranean on this popular getaway and explore the best these counties offer with visits to Looe, the Eden Project and RHS Garden Rosemoor.

INCLUDES

Return coach travel

Escorted by a Skills representative

4 nights half board

Visit to Exeter enroute

Admission into the Eden Project and RHS Garden Rosemoor

Scenic drive through Dartmoor National Park

Excursion to Looe

Free time in Plymouth

Day 1

After this morning's departures, we start our journey south, arriving at our hotel this afternoon.

Day 2

Take in the spectacular scenery of Dartmoor National Park as we head for RHS Garden Rosemoor. Surrounded by woodland, this garden features inspiring formal and informal seasonal displays, including an extensive collection of roses in summer, bluebell-carpeted walks in spring and autumnal colours in October: there's so much to explore!

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Day 3

As the regional capital and home to a rich maritime heritage, Plymouth is one of Devon's most dynamic and fascinating places to stay. You'll find Plymouth Hoe, one of the most beautiful and picturesque natural harbours in the world, the iconic Smeaton's Tower lighthouse and the city's historic dockyards, all just a short walk from our hotel.

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Day 4

Today, we cross the county border into Cornwall with a stop in the seaside town of Looe. The resort prides itself on its fresh fish, so if you choose to partake your tastebuds will be satisfied with award-winning fish and chips or maybe a gourmet meal in one of the restaurants overlooking the harbour! Later, we take you to the incredible Eden Project. Home to the largest indoor rainforest in the world, this former clay pit is a botanist's dream; keep your eyes peeled for the exotic fruits growing inside!

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Day 5

We return home with a visit to Exeter, the 'capital city' of Devon. Why not explore the magnificent Exeter Cathedral or take advantage of Exeter's stylish boutiques before we continue our journey?

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Leonardo Hotel Plymouth 4*

This Leonardo Hotel is in the heart of Plymouth city centre, just a short walk from the historical Barbican and Drake's Circus shopping centre. The well-appointed and comfortable bedrooms provide TVs and tea and coffee-making facilities.

Hotel Facilities

Bar
Restaurant
Lift
Wi-Fi

Rooms with walk-in showers are available upon request.

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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Alfreton	Bus Station, Hall Street, Alfreton, DE55 7BT
Arnold	High Street Bus Stop, Outside Leisure Centre Car Park, Arnold, NG5 7EE
Beeston	Beeston Lace Road, behind the Cricketers Pub Beeston, NG9 2LA
Bulwell	Aldi (Bus Stop SW12), Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell, NG6 8GE
Chesterfield	Coach Station, Beckingham Way Chesterfield, S40 1TH
Derby	Bus Station, Bay 27 & 28, Derby, DE1 2AY
Heanor	Market Place, Wilmott Street (Market Square side) Heanor, DE75 7EG
Ilkeston	Wharncliffe Rd, Market Place, Ilkeston, DE7 5GF
Leicester	St Margarets Bus Station, Stand SA, Gravel Street, Leicester, LE1 3AG
Long Eaton.	The Green, Outside Poundland Long Eaton, Notts, NG10 1HQ
Loughborough	Amber Rooms, The Rushes Loughborough, LE11 5BE
Lutterworth	George Street, Outside Wycliffe Rooms Lutterworth, LE17 4EG
Mansfield	Bus Stop, Walkden Street Mansfield, NG18 1QN
Nottingham	Mount Street, Alongside the Grosvenor Casino, Nottingham, NG1 6HE
Ripley	Market Place, Express Stand Ripley, DE5 3FJ
Rotherham	Interchange Bay C1/ C2, Frederick Street, Rotherham , S60 1QB
Sheffield	Pond Hill, Opposite Penny Black Public House Sheffield, S1 2BG
Toton	Tram Stop Park and Ride, Toton Lane Notts, NG9 7JA