Paignton Riviera River & Rail
Famous for its swaying palm trees, flat sandy beaches, and an iconic pier, picturesque Paignton brings a touch of the Mediterranean to the Devon coastline!
View Dates & BookNew for 2026 - Famous for its swaying palm trees, flat sandy beaches, and an iconic pier, picturesque Paignton brings a touch of the Mediterranean to the Devon coastline! Enjoy stunning scenery with scenic rail and river journeys, alongside free time to explore the best of the English Riviera, including visits to terrific Torquay, Dartmouth, and Sidmouth.
INCLUDES
Return coach travel
4 nights half board
Excursions to Torquay, Sidmouth & Dartmouth
Journeys on the Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Dart ferry
Free time in Paignton
Day 1
We set off for the English Riviera this morning, arriving at the Marine Hotel in Paignton, this afternoon.
Day 2
Enjoy an excursion into neighbouring Torquay this morning; one of the most elegant towns along the English Riviera, this award-winning resort is home to a bustling harbourside lined with cafés and bars, numerous attractions, and bundles of beautiful shops. Don't forget to try the selection of freshly caught seafood! We later return to Paignton for a chance to explore one of the English Riviera's brightest jewels this afternoon. Paignton's seaside resort benefits from a mild climate in which subtropical palm trees thrive, providing a continental holiday feel! Why not visit the award-winning beachfront, promenade, and traditional pier at your own pace?
B, DDay 3
Today, we make our way on foot to Paignton station, where we board the Dartmouth Steam Train. This nostalgic journey travels through the picturesque scenery of the stunning Devon countryside and along the coast to Kingswear. On arrival, we hop over the River Dart by ferry to historic Dartmouth, home to the Britannia Royal Naval College, best known for producing world-class Naval Officers since 1863 and the location where Queen Elizabeth II first met Prince Phillip. Stroll around the quayside, explore the town's winding Elizabethan streets and discover independent shops, art galleries, bistros, bars and cosy cafés serving Dartmouth crab, widely regarded as the best in the country. After some free time, we retrace our journey by train to Paignton.
B, DDay 4
On today's excursion to Sidmouth, you can enjoy exploring a beautiful coastal resort with a Regency feel. Situated in a flat, sandy bay surrounded by cliffs, Sidmouth has a unique variety of shopping options, an attractive promenade, and all the traditional seaside diversions of a typical English resort.
B, DDay 5
After breakfast, we return home to the East Midlands today.
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Marine Hotel 3* (Paignton)
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Situated directly opposite Paignton Seafront and a short walk to the town centre, the Marine Hotel is in a prime location for making the most out of a trip to Paignton. Enjoy complimentary WiFi throughout this airy, modern, and light space, which is both highly comfortable and warm, with a friendly family atmosphere.
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
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| 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 |
| Leicester Fosse Park | Leicester Fosse Park, Bus Stop, Fosse Park Avenue Next to ASDA (opposite petrol station), LE3 2LL |
| 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 |
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| 18 May 2026 | £449.00 | | | |  |
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| 28 Sep 2026 | £479.00 | | | | |
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