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Best of Devon and Cornwall - 10 Jun 2025 to 07 Oct 2025

Embrace the charm of Southwest England on this trip through Devon and Cornwall. Discover the seaside town of St Ives, learn about the monks of Buckfast Abbey, and indulge in a traditional cream tea.

Sightseeing highlights

Discover Windsor, St. Ives, Plymouth, Bath
Visit The ancient stone circle at Stonehenge, the artists' colony of St. Ives, Buckfast Abbey in Buckfast, the Roman Baths in Bath
View Windsor Castle, the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth

Iconic Experience

Stonehenge: Walk around the strange and awe-inspiring monoliths that have reputedly stood for 5,000 years.
Windsor: Explore the iconic British town of Windsor on an orientation tour with your Travel Director. Discover the town's historic charm as you stroll through its picturesque streets and learn about its royal heritage.
St. Ives: Visit St. Ives, one of the United Kingdom's most popular seaside resorts.
Tintagel Castle: See the ruins of Tintagel Castle set against the dramatic Atlantic coastline.
Lynmouth: Enjoy a visit to the quaint village of Lynmouth and admire its delightful natural setting.
Bath: Admire UNESCO-listed Bath, with its elegant Georgian façades and the bimillennial Roman Baths from which the city takes its name.

Dive Into Culture

Buckfastleigh: Visit Buckfast Abbey, a Benedictine monastery built on the site where monks have lived and prayed for over 1,000 years.

Tour details

Tour Provider	Trafalgar
Price From	$2,925
Number of Days	6
Start Location	London, United Kingdom
End Location	London, United Kingdom
Age Range	Avg. 45+
Group Size	20 to 45
Tour Style	Comfort
Tour Themes	No specific theme
Physical Rating	Easy to Moderate

Itinerary Open all

Explore Windsor, Stonehenge and Paignton

This morning, meet your Travel Director for a journey through lush landscapes to the historic market town of Windsor. Next, you’ll visit the ancient monoliths at Stonehenge, which rise imposingly on Salisbury Plain, imagining a time when pagans and druids would gather in their mysterious midst. Next, travel to Paignton, where you'll enjoy an orientation of the city. Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner this evening.

Eden Project and St Ives

Set off from Paignton to the incredible Eden Project, where you’ll experience a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience showcasing inspiring solutions for a more sustainable future. Wander through the iconic domes—trek the lush indoor rainforest, soak in the soothing scents of the Mediterranean Biome, and uncover the beauty of the Outdoor Gardens. Don’t miss the captivating contemporary art, performances, and storytelling along the way. Later, journey to the charming seaside town of St. Ives, a favourite escape for artists, surfers, and sun-seekers alike.

Enjoy a visit to Buckfast Abbey and a Dartmoor Scenic Drive Dive Into Culture

This morning, consider an optional cruise around Plymouth's dramatic coastline or enjoy some free time exploring Plymouth your way. Continue to Buckfast Abbey where you’ll Dive Into Culture and gain insights into how Benedictine monks have lived and prayed for nearly 1,000 years. Next, enjoy Dartmoor National Park on a scenic drive across the mysterious moors.

Tintagel

Leave Paignton behind and continue your journey to Bideford, stopping at Tintagel, the legendary birthplace of King Arthur. Admire Tintagel's rugged clifftop vantage point overlooking the wild Atlantic. Drive on to Bideford and enjoy an orientation tour with your Travel Director upon arrival.

Visit Lynmouth

Visit Lynmouth, the walking capital of Exmoor. Enjoy an orientation tour and some free time to explore. After that, drive through the Exmoor National Park - towering sea cliffs, high moors, tumbling streams and deep valleys. Join your travel companions for dinner this evening.

Onwards to Bath and London

We arrive at the double-inscribed UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the Great Spa Towns of Europe, Bath, whose beautiful Pulteney Bridge and 15th century Gothic Abbey provide a picturesque backdrop for the Roman Baths from which the city takes its name. Discover 2000 years of history at the well-preserved Roman Baths and and see the steamy thermal pool of the 'Great Bath'. Journey through lush landscapes to London where our memorable journey through Devon and Cornwall comes to an end.

Inclusions

2 Dinner (D)
5 Breakfast (B)
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
London: The services of a Trafalgar Local Host when you stay at Trafalgar's recommended London hotel
London: Pick-up and drop-off when you stay at the Trafalgar recommended London hotel, booked through Trafalgar
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Must-see sightseeing
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Optional Experiences and free time
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised

Departure dates

All pp pricing is based on twin share occupancy. Single supplements will apply

Start	End	Availability	Price NZD
01 Jul 2025	06 Jul 2025	Available	$3,083
12 Aug 2025	17 Aug 2025	Available	$3,083
09 Sep 2025	14 Sep 2025	onRequest	$3,425
23 Sep 2025	28 Sep 2025	Available	$3,375
07 Oct 2025	12 Oct 2025	Available	$2,925