St Ives & Cornish Riviera Summer Sensation

Discover the turquoise waters and golden beaches of St Ives - the dazzling jewel in Cornwall's crown. Voted best family holiday destination by Coast magazine and one of TripAdvisor's top 10 European beaches.

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New for 2025 - Discover the turquoise waters and golden beaches of St Ives, the dazzling jewel in Cornwall's crown. This vibrant town and the surrounding county offer something unique with continental-style beaches and beautiful summer weather that make Cornwall the UK's best-loved holiday destination. Our trip also includes visits to the bustling Falmouth, Marazion, breathtaking Land's End and Newquay.

INCLUDES

Return coach travel

6 nights half board

Excursions to Falmouth, Porthleven, Truro, Land's End, Marazion & Newquay

Free time in St Ives

Day 1

We make our way towards Cornwall with comfort breaks before arriving at our sea view hotel in St Ives.

Day 2

After a hearty Cornish breakfast, we visit a true South West highlight - the bustling port and resort of Falmouth. Home to the National Maritime Museum and a beautiful natural harbour, why not explore the eclectic range of quaint independent shops or enjoy a traditional Cornish pasty while you're here? We return to our hotel via a visit to Portleven, a popular destination for artists and photographers.

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Day 3

Enjoy a full day at leisure in beautiful St Ives, the dazzling jewel in Cornwall's crown. With a picturesque fishing harbour and a maze of narrow cobbled streets, where you'll find independent shopping, artists' studios and fisherman's cottages at its heart. If art is your passion, a visit to the town's Tate Gallery is bound to be the highlight of your trip. Our hotel also overlooks pretty Porthminster Beach, one of the town's four golden beaches.

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Day 4

With a leisurely start to your day, we head to this morning before we head to Cornwall's only city, Truro, home to an impressive cathedral that dominates the skyline. Why not take the opportunity to browse around the Farmers Market, which takes place every Wednesday and Saturday? Local produce is sold within the city's heart providing a feast for the senses, attracting food-loving locals, spell-bound visitors and Cornwall's acclaimed chefs every week.

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Day 5

Today starts with a trip to the UK mainland's most southerly point, Land's End, for a 'must have' photo opportunity. Keep your eyes peeled for the local wildlife, including soaring seabirds, and if you're lucky, the coast's resident basking sharks, seals and even dolphins too! We return via Marazion, a pretty coastal town, where you'll find stunning views of the tidal island and castle of St. Michael's Mount, one of the region's most famous sights.

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Day 6

On our final full day in the South West, we venture to Newquay, a town that needs no introduction. Undisputedly one of the nation's favourite seaside towns and a surfer's paradise, Newquay is perched on Cornwall's wild Atlantic Coast and bordered by seven miles of stunning beaches. Whether you're looking to soak up the laid-back atmosphere or explore the wealth of attractions found throughout, this day promises to be a thrilling end to your holiday!

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Day 7

We bid our Cornish hosts farewell after breakfast and begin our homeward journey.

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St. Ives Bay Hotel 3*, St. Ives

Overlooking Porthminster Beach with stunning views, you can be on the beach from your hotel room in no time. With open-plan lounges to enjoy with each evening's entertainment, a break here is genuinely relaxing.

Hotel Facilities

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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