Torquay & The English Riviera

Day 1

Departing the local area we will make suitable stops on route arriving at The Headland Hotel, a highly rated 3* hotel situated above Torquay, with views out across the sea and private gardens.

Day 2

This morning we visit the seaside town of Teignmouth with its Victorian Pier. The Georgian high street is perfect for a bit of retail therapy. The town beach is a long expanse of sand with the pier, arcades and promenade, whereas the river beach is full of beautiful fishing boats and has a wonderful quaint village feel. This afternoon we visit Kents Cavern, a spectacular natural cave on the coast of south Devon, with an incredible history that began 400 million years ago. The cave was used by Britain's first humans including Neanderthals. Remains of mammoth, woolly rhino and cave bears are found here.

Day 3

A free day to spend in Torquay at your leisure.

Day 4

Today we visit the tranquil haven of Buckfast Abbey. The Abbey is a working monastery where the monks live self-sufficiently creating goods for sale, producing their own electricity, engaging in various forms of pastoral work and welcoming visitors from around the world. This afternoon we take a ride on the steam-hauled South Devon Railway along the valley of the river Dart through some of Devon's most beautiful countryside.

Day 5

This morning we head to Brixham, with time to explore the small fishing village before returning to Torquay for an afternoon at leisure.

Day 6

After breakfast we commence our journey home with suitable stops on route arriving back late afternoon/early evening.

D=Dinner, B=Breakfast