The English Riviera: Dartmouth Rail & Cruise

If you want to experience award-winning beaches and stunning scenery at any time of the year, then the English Riviera is the perfect place to visit.

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If you want to experience award-winning beaches and stunning scenery at any time of the year, then the English Riviera is the perfect place to visit. From our compelling base in Torquay, we have included a journey on the famous Dartmouth Steam Railway Round Robin – an unmissable circular railway journey, riverboat and bus tour. You'll also enjoy visits to the stunning seaside resorts of Teignmouth and Exmouth.

INCLUDES

Return coach travel

4 nights half board

Hotel porterage & nightly entertainment

Excursions to Teignmouth & Exmouth

Dartmouth Round Robin boat cruise, rail & scenic bus tour

Free time in Torquay

Day 1

We travel south to Torquay with comfort stops enroute.

Day 2

Our first destination today of Teignmouth is a stunning coastal town with historic Georgian buildings, long sandy beaches and fresh, local food. We also visit Exmouth, one of Devon's oldest and most picturesque seaside resorts. The town is a gateway to the World Heritage Jurassic Coast and has two miles of sandy beach, perfect for an afternoon stroll.

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Day 3

One of the most elegant towns along the English Riviera, enjoy exploring Torquay today in your own time. This award-winning resort is home to a bustling harbourside lined with cafés, bars, restaurants, shops and a selection of excellent seafood eateries. If you're feeling brave, why not take a flight on the English Riviera Wheel, which stands over one hundred feet over the marina below and provides magnificent views?

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Day 4

Experience the award-winning Dartmouth Round Robin tour today, which is simply the best way to explore South Devon! Our day will include a journey on the Dartmouth Steam Railway, a riverboat, and a bus tour, as well as visiting the quaint towns of Paignton, Dartmouth, and Totnes. Please note: the order of these may change until the final arrangements with the attraction due to tide times.

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Day 5

We return home today.

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Abbey Lawn Hotel 3*, Torquay

On the grounds of the former Torre Abbey, this elegant Georgian hotel offers an exceptional standard of comfort with panoramic views of the bay. In addition, there are stylish, spacious, comfortable lounges, a conservatory overlooking the bay, and an in-house leisure centre. The hotel boasts a spacious sun terrace with views out to the sea and a conservatory to relax. In addition, there is also an indoor heated pool for guests to enjoy.

Hotel Facilities

Bar
Restaurant
Lift
WiFi
Swimming pool
Garden

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The Headland Hotel & Spa 3*, Torquay

The Headland Hotel & Spa offers a stunning retreat above Torquay, with spectacular views across Tor Bay and nearby coastal walks to explore. You'll enjoy cosy rooms with comfortable furnishings, a modern onsite spa, and a range of facilities designed to make your stay as relaxing and enjoyable as possible.

Return complimentary transport to and from Torquay town centre is also available but must be pre-booked before 9.30am each day.

Hotel Facilities

Restaurant
Bar
Lounge with sea-view terrace
Gardens
Lift
Spa (charges apply)
WiFi

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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