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Classic English Riviera

Discover Torquay, Dartmouth, Brixham and the beautiful South Devon coast on this relaxing English Riviera holiday.

At a Glance

7 Days | 6 Nights | Headland Hotel | Dinner, Bed and Breakfast | English Riviera | Dartmouth Rail and Cruise | Brixham to Torquay Cruise

 

Why You’ll Love This Holiday

Enjoy a relaxing holiday on the beautiful English Riviera, one of the UK’s most loved coastal destinations, known for its palm-lined promenades, mild climate, sandy beaches and dramatic sea views.

 

Based in the elegant resort of Torquay, this holiday offers the perfect blend of seaside relaxation, scenic cruising and classic South Devon sightseeing.

 

A highlight of the tour is a memorable rail and cruise journey to Dartmouth, combining heritage railway charm with beautiful river scenery and views across the South Devon coast.

 

You will also visit the historic Buckfast Abbey, a peaceful and impressive abbey set within lovely surroundings, together with time in the colourful fishing town of Brixham.

 

During your stay, enjoy a scenic coastal cruise from Brixham to Torquay aboard the Western Lady, taking in wonderful views of the English Riviera from the water.

 

With free time in Torquay, evening entertainment and a comfortable seafront hotel, this longer break offers a wonderfully relaxing way to enjoy Devon’s classic coastline.

 

Your Hotel – Headland Hotel

Set in an elevated position overlooking Meadfoot Beach, the Headland Hotel offers elegant accommodation, sea views and a welcoming seaside atmosphere.

 

Your Holiday Includes

Travel and Accommodation

  • Door to door pick up service

  • Elite coach travel

  • 6 nights’ dinner and bed and breakfast

  • All bedrooms with en-suite facilities

  • Friendly and experienced driver

 

Included Visits and Experiences

  • Entrance to Buckfast Abbey

  • River cruise from Brixham to Torquay

  • Rail journey and cruise to Dartmouth

  • Time in Torquay

  • Evening entertainment

  • Scenic touring along the English Riviera

Day 1

After your door-to-door pick up, we travel to Torquay and the Headland Hotel, where you will spend six nights with dinner and breakfast each day.

During Your Stay

Enjoy a varied programme of excursions including entrance to Buckfast Abbey, time in Torquay and a visit to the charming harbour town of Brixham.

During your stay there will also be a rail journey and cruise to Dartmouth, together with a scenic coastal cruise from Brixham to Torquay aboard the Western Lady.

Final Day

After breakfast, we begin our comfortable journey home.

Suitable stops will be made along the way before returning you safely to your front door with fond memories of your English Riviera holiday.

Please Note

We always aim to operate the holiday as described. Occasionally changes may be necessary due to local or operational factors. Any adjustments will always be made with your comfort and enjoyment in mind.

About the Destination

The English Riviera is famous for its beautiful coastline, traditional seaside resorts, harbour towns and mild microclimate.

 

From the elegant seafront of Torquay and the colourful harbour at Brixham to the river scenery of Dartmouth and the peaceful setting of Buckfast Abbey, this holiday showcases some of South Devon’s most enjoyable highlights.

 

About the Experience

This holiday combines seaside relaxation, scenic cruising and nostalgic rail travel at a comfortable and enjoyable pace.

 

Whether sailing along the coast, travelling by heritage railway, exploring pretty harbours or relaxing in Torquay, this tour offers a classic Devon seaside escape.

 

Your Hotel – Headland Hotel

A family-run seaside hotel set within two acres of grounds, enjoying wonderful views across the coast from its elevated position above Meadfoot Beach.

 

Hotel Features

  • Restaurant and bar

  • Gallery lounge

  • Sea-view terrace

  • Lift

  • Tea and coffee facilities

  • Television

  • Hairdryer

  • Two acres of grounds

  • Views over Meadfoot Beach

  • Evening entertainment

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