Rail & Sail

6 Day tour - Tour number AB4027


The stunning English Riviera boasts miles of spectacular coastline, picturesque villages and warm weather, making Torquay a popular destination.

Key Information

Duration
6 days
Price from
£539.00
OAP Price from
£539.00
Destination
England
Date next
16/06/2024

Included in cost

  • Coach travel
  • 5 nights dinner, bed & breakfast
  • River Dart cruise
  • steam train ride

Itinerary

Day 1 Morning departure to Torquay arriving mid- afternoon for a five night stay.

Days 2 to 5 At leisure with one free day and the following included excursions:-

  • Today the coach will take you to Buckfast Station where you will board the South Devon Railway for a 30 minute train journey to Totnes. Re-join the coach and travel to Dartmouth, a beautiful historic town situated on the west bank of the stunning river for free time to explore. You will then board a boat for a relaxing cruise along the River Dart.
  • Buckfastleigh, Dartmoor and Plymouth – the route will take you first to Buckfastleigh then through some splendid scenery to Moretonhampstead with its distinctive Almshouses dating from 1637, and Princetown, the home of the infamous Dartmoor Prison and then on to Plymouth.
  • Day tour to the pretty seaside resort of Dawlish, a favourite of Jane Austen and Charles Dickens, with its red shingle beach and craggy cliffs. Then to Teignmouth with its two mile long esplanade.
Day 6 After breakfast, depart for the city of Exeter for some free time before commencing the homeward journey.

Hotel

TLH Carlton Hotel

Your holiday hotel

Part of TLH Leisure Resort, A group of four Torquay hotels across a Seven Acre site with year-round leisure and entertainment. Outstanding customer service combined with the special brand of TLH magic will make some wonderful holiday memories. TLH Carlton Hotel is small and stylish with stunning views across Torbay and with a welcoming atmosphere. All bedrooms are situated over 3 floors and are en-suite with TV & radio, complimentary tea/coffee facilities and toiletries. Hairdryer, direct dial telephone, and free WiFi in all rooms. Upgrade to a Riviera Front bedroom for panoramic views (available on request). Lift to most bedrooms. Access to Aztec Spa & Leisure facilities with an inside and outdoor pool. The contemporary style restaurant offers buffet style breakfast, table d'hote evening meals and serves a wide selection of tasty dishes. The Riviera Lounge Bar boasts some of the best views across the English Riviera. With a packed programme of daytime activities and nightly entertainment, music and dancing every night, you’ll never be short of something to do at TLH Leisure Resort.

6 single rooms available with no supplement

Sea view or river view on request at a supplement

Holiday insurance £25.50 (70 years and over £46)


Available Dates

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Departure Date Tour Reference Days Price (from) Available Seats Pickup Points Coach Seats Rooms  
Sun 16 Jun, 2024 AB4027 1 6 £539.00 0 Please call
Sun 21 Jul, 2024 AB4027 2 6 £539.00 10 + Book Now